https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-01-19.pdf acae49ee7b9580c25eeb0960c2692aa5 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. 141-No. 3, January 19, 2013 Vermontville village treasurer asked to resign by Shari Carney Staff Writer Vermontville Village Treasurer Kelly Williams who is serving a second term in the position, was asked to resign during the public comment portion ofthe regu­ lar council meeting Thursday, Jan. 10. “I would like to ask a question of the village treas­ urer,” began Trustee Mark Jorgensen, reading from a written statement. “ ... Do you feel you are fulfilling the responsibility of treasurer to continue to fillfill the term of the office?” Williams remained silent. “My second question is to the council members,” con­ tinued Jorgensen. “Do any of you feel that the treasurer has not had a minimum of seven chances and still deserves more chances with the residents’ money?” The council was silent. Jorgensen then continued reading, citing a list of returned checks from Independent Bank. The checks were from the sewer fund during a period from January 2012 to October 2012. A total of $734 was paid in fees due to 19 non sufficient funds checks at $32 per check and to an addi­ tional assessment of $6 per day for each day the account was overdrawn. Jorgensen said this figure did not reflect an additional 13 checks that were charged NSF fees from the water fund. “In the past 20 years — that I can remember — there was never a check returned for NSF,” said Jorgensen. Williams’ husband, Tom, spoke from the audience on his wife’s behalf and sug­ gested that, in a meeting he had with Jorgensen, the trustee had not been forth­ right. “Mark and I had a conver­ sation in December over the checks that bounced ... this council failed to have a clerk here to transfer the funds,” charged Tom Williams. “Mark, I think you lied to me. You guys had a closed session.” Williams was referring to a closed session, with the vil­ lage lawyer present, at the December regular meeting. Trustee Sue Villanueva said she has brought up con­ cerns regarding the added costs of hiring Kathy Sheldon of the Walker Fluke and Sheldon accounting firm and Laurie Tamez, a certi­ fied public accountant for additional training with Williams. “I remember saying we can’t continue to pay an auditor, a CPA and for a trea­ surer’s extra training,” said Villanueva. “Something’s got to be done.” Villanueva asked if it was true that Williams had not been present for some of the trainings. Council President Ruth Wineman asked Williams if she would like to respond. “Yes, I agree. There was the overdrafts. I did my best to cover transferring,” said Williams. “I’m not remem­ bering anything past what Kathy [Sheldon] taught me needed to be done.” Williams added she had given $288 out of her pay- Treasurer Kelly Williams answers charges made during the public comment portion of the regular meeting of the Vermontville Village Council. Williams was asked by council member Mark Jorgensen to resign from the position. check back to the village. As for not showing up for meet­ ings, Williams denied knowledge of this and said she would have to ask Tamez about it. “Laurie [Tamez] has been a lot of help to me,” contin­ ued Williams who said the transfers are fine now. The council did not accept the treasurer’s report voting by a 3-2 margin. Trustees Garry Patrick, Jorgensen and Villanueva cast “no” votes to Charles Viele and Jason Sheridan’s “yes” votes. In a follow up telephone conversation with Williams Thursday, Jan. 17 she told the Maple Valley News what hurt the most was not once did any trustee ever sit down with her and say if there’s a problem what can be done. “I’ve been trying to help,” said Williams. “I knew they were unhappy, but not one person asked me what the deal was.” Williams revealed what occurred in the closed ses­ sion at the regular board meeting in December. She was asked to resign. When that did not happen, Jorgensen told her he would be asking for her resignation publicly. “I was not surprised when he did,” said Williams who added, “I have no plans to resign.” When asked about state­ ments that she did not attend some of the additional train­ ing sessions set up for her with Sheldon and Tamez, Williams responded she had met with both of them and with Tamez numerous times. “I don’t know where they’re coming from on that one,” said Williams. In a follow-up conversa­ tion with the Maple Valley man, whom she referred to as “Mr. D.,” was dyslexic and struggled in school. Beardsley said her husband and son are dyslexic, so she knows the challenges this diagnosis brings. Mr. D had received an opportunity for a promotion at work but one of the requirements was a high school diploma. Without it, he would be ineligible. Mr. D.’s wife had heard of Pathways Academy and called the school to learn more. The next day, she sent all the necessary docu­ mentation to director Kristine Stewart. In a mad dash to com­ plete the requirements, the last paper was graded one day before the background check was done, said Beardsley. Mr. D. had his degree from the district he had started in. The initial inquiry to Pathways was made Oct. 14,2012, and Mr. D. started in his new position Nov. 16, years.” Williams is confident she understands the procedure now and said she is willing to do whatever the council wants. Taxes went beautiful­ ly added Williams. In a follow up telephone conversation, Wineman told the Maple Valley News that overdrafts continue to occur and that Tom Williams’ point about the clerk being responsible for transferring funds was not accurate. “It is the responsibility of the treasurer to transfer funds not the clerk,” said Wineman. Parks are tobacco-free in Nashville by Shari Carney Staff Writer A tobacco-free environ­ ment in public parks in Nashville will be the norm thanks to action taken by the Nashville Village Council at its regular meeting Jan. 10. The tobacco-free parks policy, adopted by unani­ mous decision, is an attempt to limit exposure to smoke and to create an environment District lauded by USD superintendent by Shari Carney Staff Writer Dr. Christine Beardsley, Eaton Intermediate School District superintendent, shared a story of determina­ tion and effort at the regular meeting of the Maple Valley Board of Education Monday, Jan. 14. She had learned of a for­ mer Maple Valley student from the 1970s who had not completed his high school degree, due to lacking a “couple of credits.” The News, Tamez said that Williams had not missed any meetings with her. When asked if things were going better with Williams, howev­ er, Tamez said she did not want to comment. Sheldon was not available for comment. Switching to BS & A soft­ ware in 2012 and not having a clerk on duty for most of the year were cited by Williams as problems. Williams said her first year (2011) there were no prob­ lems. “I really got lost this year. It’s not been one ofmy better 2012. “It’s easy to say, “Sorry — not my problem,” said Beardsley of a response a student like Mr. D. might get. “Thirty-plus years later, you’ve changed his life.” She said that type of response is not often seen by adult students. “This is not the norm, this is the. exception,” Beardsley told the board. “Thank you for changing lives.” that supports a non-tobacco norm. The use of tobacco is restricted in village-owned parks: Putnam, Riverside and Central as well as boat­ launch areas. Signage will be posted at the parks and boat launch areas. “Any person found violat­ ing this policy may be subject to immediate ejection from the recreation facility for the remainder of the event,” states Item 4, from Section 2 of the policy. The policy is effective immedi­ ately. In his general report to the council, Police Chief Jerry Schray said 23 citations were issued for 40 violations in the month of December. His department received 55 com­ plaints. The total complaints for 2012 is 664. Eight people were arrested for operating while intoxicated in 2012, compared to 10 in 2011. Total arrests for 2012 were 127 compared to 2011 at 107. Alcohol compliance checks were conducted on four businesses in Nashville by Schray this month. All businesses were 100 percent See TOBACCO, pg. 7 In This Issue • Former homeless couple now directors of free store • Vermontville approves budget • ‘Lucky Stiff’ opens this weekend at The Revue • School board members honored at meeting; School board officers and committees set �Page 2 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, January 19, 2013 Former homeless couple now directors of free store Al Mokma explains the storage of items located in the basement of the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope. Rotation of items is by season or as needed to restock the free store or help in disaster relief. by Shari Carney Staff Writer Inside the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope in Nashville is a store — a free store. The free store is manned by volunteers Al and Rose Mokma and is celebrat­ ing one year in existence. The Mokmas have a story that inspires them to assist others today. More than 15 years ago, the Mokmas found them­ selves unemployed and homeless, living out of a sta­ tion wagon in Wayland. They li ved this way for 2 1/2 years. They managed by collect­ ing returnable cans and bot­ tles to pay for food and gaso­ line. A tip from a stranger sent them to God’s Kitchen in Grand Rapids where they said they were served a decent meal. What household items the Mokmas had were in stor- <O» bUE idUnUn BARGAIN twilight Dfl,LY 4:00-6:00 PM • excludes Digital 3D Q No passes (§) Stadium Seating SHOWTIMES 1/19 -1/24 LEWIS & CLARK: GREAT JOURNEY WEST MON. 1/21 4:00, 5:15,6:30, 7:45 O® THE LAST STAND (R) SAT-SUN 11:20,1:50,4:30, 7:00,9:30 MON-TH 4:30,7:00,9:30 QMAMA (PG-13) SAT-SUN 11:40, 2:00,4:20,6:50, 9:10 MON TH 4:20,650, 9:10 THIS IS 40(H) SAT-SUN 12:10,3:00, 630,9:20 MON-TH 6:30,9:20 ©DJANGO UNCHAINED (R) SAT-SUN 11:30,2:50,630,9:40 MON 9:40 TUE-TH 6:20, 9:40 age. Unable to pay the stor­ for disaster relief, such as a age bill, they were warned home fire or other type of the possessions were to be emergency. auctioned. A conversation at Clothes are rotated every a truck stop turned the tide. six to eight weeks, and items The Mokmas met a man at left on the racks are sent to the truck stop who owned a Goodwill or Eaton Clothing milk-hauling company. The and Furniture Center in man, learning of their plight, Charlotte. discovered Al had been a In conjunction with Jim commercial driver. He told Yost of Yost Mortgage, the couple he would speak to coats, hats, mittens, gloves the storage owner who was and scarves are available at an acquaintance of his. The the center during free store storage owner agreed to hold hours. Yost conducts annual the items until payment winter clothing drives. could be made. Pastor Nancy Bitterling of The benefactor helped Al the Nashville Methodist Mokma get his commercial Church oversees the center. driver's license renewed and “They bring some ideas employed him as a driver. from the Grand Rapids area,” Over time, the Mokmas said Bitterling of the found themselves relocating Mokmas, “of where they to Ohio where Al worked as were welcomed or valued. a jack of all trades for a geo­ They have skills, gifts and a logical drilling company. heart for it.” Now retired, the pair, who The Mokmas have moved to Nashville in 2011 expanded their volunteering to be near family, find them­ to being directors of Santa’s selves in a position to help Workshop at the center. This others. Homeowners today, annual event, held in the Mokmas spend four days December, allowed 146 chil­ a week volunteering at the dren to have gifts for Maple Valley Community Christmas. Families were Center of Hope. encouraged to pre-register No one is turned away, and those who did were the said the Mokmas. Some of first to shop. Children stayed the items available are in the front of the center clothes, shoes, books, toys, where they took turns visit­ knick-knacks, compact discs ing with Santa, made crafts and movies. Donations of and had cookies. The cook­ items and cash are welcome. ies were provided by Carl’s There is a need for dishes Supermarket. and small appliances, said Parents were ushered past Al. Due to space issues, fur­ a divider to select items niture and large appliances (most were new), that were are not accepted. wrapped on-site by volun­ Surplus items are stored in teers. Volunteers included the basement of the center twins Mandy Walker and Mindy Gildner, granddaugh­ ters of the Mokmas, and members of the Maple Valley High School leader­ ship class as well as MVCCH volunteers. It’s the people that we meet, et,” said Rose Mokma when asked about their moti­ vation to volunteer. Of the center, Bitterling said, “My hope is to have some kind of experience for people to get to know each other — a place for conversation and community building. A place to sit and talk.” The store is open Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. to noon; Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Thursdays, 4 to 7 Al and Rose Mokma are directors of the free store located in the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope. Here, a long row of clothing is arranged and ready for distribution. The Maple Valley Community Center of Hope has a free store. Products include toys, books, household items and clothing. The free store is open Tuesday through Saturday, and no one is turned away. p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Local students on Hope College Stop in and try our Home uookin I Jacks Judy’s \ dean’s list Hope College in Holland has released its dean’s list for the fall semester of the 2012-13 academic year. Among students on the list is Chelsea of Khouri Vermontville. To be named to the dean’s list, a student must have a minimum 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Country Kettle Cafe 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! aseme $1.99 BREAKFAST SPECIALS (3 to choose from) *3.95 LUNCH SPECIALS 2,„$15 Saturday thru Thursday 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. (That’s every night except Friday) 4 DINNER CHOICES that include Soup & Salad Bar �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, January 19,2013 — Page 3 Vermontville village approves budget by Shari Carney Staff Writer ‘Right down to the wire’ might be the proper words to describe the passing of a budget by the Vermontville Village Council at a special meeting Thursday, Dec. 27. The budget has been besieged with delays due to the inability to reconcile the records of the treasurer and the clerk. The budget passed unani­ mously with an additional recommendation to pay Doug and Mariebell Yarger to celebrate 60th wedding anniversary Doug and Mariebell Yarger will celebrate their 60th anniversary on January 28, 2013. The Yargers have four daughters: Denise (Kim) Hansen, Cathy (Fred) Daniels, Robyn (Rodney) Todd, and Jamie (Jim) Travoli. Doug and Mariebell have been blessed with 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchil­ dren. Doug and the former Mariebell Reed were married on January 28, 1953 in Louisville, Kentucky. They will cel­ ebrate their anniversary during their stay in Florida and will enjoy a family celebration upon their return in March. Monte O’Dell, department of public works supervisor, 36 earned vacation hours in addition to regular paid vaca­ tion time. The hiring of Clerk Kathy Laseur was approved at a salary of $28,000 for a twoyear contract with a 90-day probation. Laseur’s first day was Jan. 2. The council voted to ear­ mark the surplus in each fund to the designated fund bal­ ance after the 2012 audit. Habitat for Humanity featured at NACC meeting Monday Cindy Preston, director of Barry County Habitat for Humanity in Hastings, will be the guest speaker for the Nashville Area Citizens Coalition meeting Monday, Jan. 21, at 7 p.m. The meeting will be at Kellogg School on Queen Street. A review of the Snow Ball and future plans for NACC will be discussed. For more information, call Shirley Dexter, 517-852­ 0276. Lighting contest results announced The Nashville Area Citizens Coalition has announced winners of the Christmas lighting contest.. Lois Elliston won the first place prize of $100; and Darwin McIntyre received $50 for second place. Two J’s was presented a certificate of appreciation from NACC for raising the most money in the business competition. Judge for the contest was Megan Laveil, director ofthe Thomapple Arts Council. Third graders given dictionaries Eaton Federal Savings Bank again this year gave every third grader at Fuller Street School a dictionary to keep and use as they go through school. The diction­ aries also have sections that cover a range of subjects, including a multiplication table, The Declaration of Independence, biographies of U.S. presidents, the 50 United States, maps of the world, facts about countries, sign language and the'world’s longest word? ‘Pictured are Cathy Felder (left) and Dawn Meaple from Ea^tpn Federal Savings Bank, with third grade student Kenneth Curtis. ' ' ^Diana’s '-Pfoce Local student named to The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN Lawrence Tech honor roll& Garret Smith of Nashville has been named to the dean’s honor roll for the 2012 fall at term Lawrence Technological University in Fisher 5 generations The Fisher 5 generations include (standing) Linden Fisher, great grandfather; (seated, left to right) Kayla Holcomb, mother; Marie Fisher, great great grandmoth­ er and holding baby, Ella Rose Holcomb; Brian Fisher, grandfather. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Jan. 21 Jan 24 Jan. 28 Feb. 1-2 Feb. 2 Feb. 4 Feb. 7 Feb. 19 Martin Luther King Day, County Buildings Closed. Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church. MQHA/4H Horse Judging Workshop, MSU. Preparing the Pleasure Horse Clinic, 11 a.m., MSU Pavilion. Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Pro Auto in Hastings. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Put Some Pizazz Into Your Club, 8:30 a.m., Barry Community Enrichment Center. Loaded mini­ van left at crossroads Barry County Sheriff Deputies were dispatched Jan. 3 to M-66 and Day Road near Bellevue where a blue 2002 Dodge Caravan had been abandoned. The person who reported the vehicle said it may have been stolen. The vehicle had no license plate and was full of household items, such as dishes and small appliances. No insur­ ance or registration papers were found. Reportedly, there was no old mail or other means of identifying the vehicle’s user. Using the vehicle identification num­ ber, deputies learned that a woman from Union City was the most recent owner. Deputies were unable to con­ tact the woman. The vehicle was towed and the case is closed. Southfield. To be named to the honor roll, a student must maintain at least a 3.5 average for the term. HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 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He served his country in the U.S. Army as a mechanic in Japan for transport trucks during the Korean Conflict. He worked as a welder in the Oldsmobile division of General Motors in Lansing, retiring after 30 years in 1978. After retirement, he owned his own welding busi­ ness at his home in Nashville. He loved fishing, hunting, and baseball, partic­ ularly the Detroit Tigers. Harold will be missed by his wife of 62 years, Bessie Mae (Jenkins) Stewart; chil­ dren, Sally (Bill) Martin, Kathy (Fred) Spears, Jr.; and Rebecca Fairfield, Wyatt and Carlee Spears, Rian and Bryce Rumsey, Nicholas and Skyler Atkinson, and Austin VanAlstine; siblings William (Anita) Stewart and Barbara (Raymond) Barlond; and brother-in-law, Robert Bigford. Harold was preceded in death by his sons, Arthur H. Stewart and Henry L. Stewart and sisters, Betty Garvey and Judy Bigford. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, The cast of “Lucky Stiff” includes (from left) Kelly Schneider, Larry Winkler, Ken January 19, 2013 with visitation one hour prior to the Smith, Cheryl Sheridan, Lindsey Hemming, Lori McNeill, John Hemming (seated), service at Pray Funeral Andrea Gardner, Dave Eddy, Jill Eddy, Carrie DeVries, Scott Peters and Jeremy Schneider. The zany comedy opened last night and continues through next Sunday Home, Inc., Charlotte. If desired, memorial con- at Main Street Theatre House, 301 N. Main St. in Nashville. Showtimes are tonight, tributions may be made to Jan. 19, at 7; Sunday, Jan. 20, at 3; Friday, Jan. 25, at 7; Saturday, Jan. 26, at 7; and the Barry County Adult Sunday, Jan. 27, at 3 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults; $8 for seniors (age 62 and Daycare or the Alzheimer’s over); and $5 for students. Cash or checks will be accepted and tickets will be avail­ Association. Arrangements able at the door. For reserved seating call 517-749-1229 or email by Pray Funeral Home, therevuel ©yahoo.com. Doors open 30 minutes before curtain and concessions and Charlotte. Online condo­ lences may be sent to the free parking are available. family at www.prayfuneral.com. lucky Stiff opens this weekend at The Revue daughter-in-law, Brenda (Swift) Stewart; grandchil­ dren, Mike (Sara) Martin, Dan (Missy) Martin, Chad (Mandy) Spears, Bess Ann Sheppard, Jane Spears, Dawn (Kurt) Fairfield, Kate (Brian) Rumsey, Sarah (Jack) Atkinson, and Tara (Chuck) Walker; great­ grandchildren, Anthony, Matthew, Samual and Nicholas Martin, Cassie and Nikki Palmer, McKenize and Emma Martin, Elie Marie and Gavin Sheppard, Nikita Raymond Neil Viele PULLMAN, MI Raymond Neil Viele DVM, age 52, of Pullman, died Tuesday, January 8, 2013 after a long battle with can,cer. E Affectionately known as jJprjRay, he was co-founder and owner of Mac’s Landing Veterinary Services, Fennville. An alumnus of Maple Valley High School, Vermontville and Michigan State University, Dr. Ray had degrees in microbiology, medical technology, and obtained his Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine in 1993. During his studies, he was also president of his vet­ erinary class, and art director of Intervet, an international journal for veterinary stu­ dents. He did an externship at Four Corners in the Navajo nation, and worked for Dr. Jan Pol of Weidman before starting Mac’s Landing. As a 'compassionate practi­ tioner, Dr. Ray also trained in acupuncture and spinal manipulation, restoring health and fitness to many animals, including therapy Wednesday, January 23,2013 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Vermontville United Methodist Church Pleasejoin usfor an evening of greatfood and greatfun chatting it up withfriends and neighbors! FREE WILL OFFERING dogs, during his practice. His passions also included music and the Wheatland Music Organization, microbrews, cooking, gardening, and his woodlands. Dr Ray will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Charles E. Sr. and Louise Viele of Vermontville; sib­ lings, Jeanne (Mel) Straub, Denise (Dale) Berry, Maurene (Karl Sorensen) Viele, and Charles E. (Kathy Kolodica) Viele, Jr.; several nieces and nephews, who called him Uncle Dr Ray; aunts, uncles and many cousins. His extended ‘fami­ ly’ also includes close friends Mark Driesenga, Leasa Loseth, and his dog Bolo, the staff at Mac’s Landing, many two and four­ legged friends, colleagues, and clients. A celebration of his life will take place in the future. Memorial contributions in his name to the PMP Research Foundation (www. pmpcure.org), West Michigan Therapy Dogs ww. wmtd.org) or your local animal rescue organization would be deeply appreciated by his family. 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Tuesday, Jan. 22 Sliced roast beef, Cheddar cheese, potato salad, prunes, bun. Wednesday, Jan. 23 Chicken salad, baked beans, tropical fruit, bun. Thursday, Jan. 24 Ham, salami, Swiss cheese, coleslaw, applesauce, wheat bun. Friday, Jan. 25 Egg salad, broccoli raisin salad, peaches, bun. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Jan. 21 ‘ COA Closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday. No Meal Delivery. Tuesday, Jan. 22 Meatloaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, Harvard beets, apple crisp, granola bar. Wednesday, Jan. 23 Pork cutlet, stuffing, sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, banana. Thursday, Jan. 24 Mushroom chicken and gravy, wild rice, cauliflower, peas and carrots, fruit punch. Friday, Jan. 25 Roast turkey, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, green beans, orange, bread pudding. Activities Calendar Monday, Jan. 21 - COA Closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday. Tuesday, Jan. 22 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 23 Hastings: Music with Sam; Nails; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton: Reminiscence. Thursday, Jan. 24 Hastings: Line Dancing CANCELLED; Mid Winter Luau Party 10:30. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, Jan. 25 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad 10 a.m. Woodland.: Visiting. Make Travel Plans NOW for 2013! 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The program is a partnership with Michigan Homeowner Assistance Nonprofit Housing Corporation, acting through the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. Help for Hardest Hit, Step Forward Michigan assists those who are delinquent on property taxes and do not have an existing mortgage lien, and those with a mortgage servicer which does not have the ability to set up an ongoing escrow account. If determined eligible, a one-time payment will be sent directly to the county treasurer to pay delinquent county and local property taxes. The maximum program payment per household is $30,000. Foreclosure activity is put on hold when the homeowner is accepted into the Hardest Hit Funds Program. An eligible recipient receives a 0 percent non­ amortized loan that is forgivable over a five year term at 20 percent per year, due when the property is sold, transferred, or ceases to be the principal residence of the homeowner. 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Colossians 4:2 beings gratitude reinforces our connection with our fellow man as well as with God. Be Elsie E. Wolever 135 Washington P.O. Box 95 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 Broker Res. (517) 726-0637 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. "Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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 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 Morning Worship............................. 11 Evening Worship.............................. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .......... 6:45 p.m. . . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Church Service........................ 9 a.m. Sunday School................ 10:30 a.m. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 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 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 creative and daring with your gratitude exercises and change them up periodically to 517-852-9100 keep them fresh. Discover new ways to express the attitude of gratitude. 501 N. Main (M-66) - Nashville, Ml -Christopher Simon A Nashville Destination! GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a A.M. Service.................................... 11 a P.M. Service..................................... 6 Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH . 517-726-0526 . Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. . Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Worship............................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 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 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 203 N. State, Nashville FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................... 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 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. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH W.orship . SIMPLY THE BEST! RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .. .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship..................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517) 852-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800033 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, January 19,2013 School board members honored at meeting improvement representative. Dr. Christine Beardsley, Eaton County Intermediate School District superintend­ ent, commended Da Capo’s performance saying it was really amazing. Beardsley then shared a story of a for­ by Shari Carney mer Maple Valley student’s Staff Writer need for a diploma to be eli­ January is School Board gible for a promotion. (See Appreciation Month and related story.) The board learned of two members of the Maple Valley Board of Education anonymous donations of were serenaded by Da Capo, $300 each to the district One the high school’s honors was designated for the choir. Da Capo’s 26 mem­ school’s FFA chapter, and bers brought a piano and set the second to the musical of drums into the administra­ program. Building trades instructor tion board room and then performed “A Brand New Jeff Seavolt said more dona­ You,” “So Nice,” “Lean on tions had come to the pro­ Me,” and “Bridge Over gram from Lowe’s and Da Capo honors choir sing for the Maple Valley Board of Education at the regular meeting Monday. January is Veneer Tech for approxi­ school board appreciation month and the choir, under the direction of Ryan Rosin, was invited by Superintendent Troubled Waters.” Director Ryan Rosin said mately $5,300 in supplies. Ronna Steel to perform for board members. In a written report to the Da Capo meets three days a Fuller Street on Waffle’s inquiry and told week at 7 a.m. He also board, Principal her to enjoy the trip and have announced that the choir has Elementary been chosen to sing at the Susanne Waffle told of the the kids come back and implementation of the new report on what they had State Superintendents Conference on Wednesday. positive behavior interven­ learned. Gonser, in a written report system kick-off He commended tion Superintendent Ronna Steel Monday, Jan. 7. Waffle said to the board, said junior high used the special education teacher for her role in bringing about presentations the invitation. Steel immedi­ acronym ROAR to reinforce Jeff Byme will attend a SRA orderly/safe, corrective reading training. ately deferred to Principal respectful, Todd Gonser, saying it was a assistive and responsible Byme will then train staff in the program to help enhance video Gonser shot of the behaviors. Blizzard of Books is being struggling students with group caroling that sealed spearheaded by fourth grade increasing reading skills. the deal for the conference. Academy Pathways Steel said she loves brag­ teacher Matt Powers as a ging about the talent in reading challenge. Books are enrollment is at about 110 read and logged and students students, said Director Maple Valley. A brief cupcake reception may redeem entries for Kristine Stewart in a written report. Three inmates from followed the performance Subway meals. Waffle asked if the third Barry County Jail have and then it was on to the business of appointing offi- grade classes would be earned diplomas, one while cers and naming committee allowed to proceed with in jail and two finished after plans for a field trip to leaving the institution. representatives. Officers will remain the Mackinac Island. Third Teacher Cindy Schwartz was same, with unanimous deci­ grade curriculum includes commended for her help sions for: President April history of Michigan and all with writing a handbook for Heinze, Vice President Tim funds have been raised for the academy. Burd, Secretary Andrea the trip, she reported. Pat Powers, supervisor of Montgomery and Treasurer Trustee Wayne Curtis buildings, grounds and trans­ Mark Jorgensen. said he had received a call portation, in a written report Montgomery will continue asking why the district was to the board, said Roger to be the board representa­ spending money for field Corey and the American tive to the Maple Valley trips. He assured the caller Legion donated United Brian Green took his seat at the Maple Valley Board of Education meeting Monday. Scholarship Foundation. the district was not supplying States flags to each class­ Trustee Kevin Rost was rein­ the financing. The board said room in the district. The Green was elected to the position in November. stated as the district school no action needed to be taken flags have been installed. thoughts on a celebration or Steel said she will contin­ mileage rate of 56.5 cents. Powers also reported that campaign. Steel is seeking ue to work with Barry • Approved the final read­ all 16 buses in the fleet vvvvvvvvwvvvvvvvvvvvvvv information from a' company County Sheriff Dar Leaf to ing of the current policy passed the Michigan State that makes commemorative resolve the matter. changes to the Maple Valley Cotton Calico, Stripe, Police bus inspection in books. The board decided to Steel suggested formation Schools Board of Education December. Floral, Solids, etc. take some time to generate of a technology committee to Policy manual. “Less than optimistic ideas and bring them to the review needs in preparation • Approved the Pathways 108" Fabrics for news,” is how Finance next meeting. for state mandates for online Academy handbook. Director Darryl Sydloski Quilt Backings The physical facilities testing in 2016. • Approved the committee described information com­ committee will be looking at Montgomery, Heinze and assignments, including labor All greatforyour ing from the state’s revenue the expansion of Pathways Green volunteered for the and finance — Burd, handmade creations! estimating conference. Academy and Maple Valley committee. Montgomery and Heinze; Sydloski said it looks like Academy since, as Stewart In other business, the physical facilities — Curtis, (phay ftoh Ojua Motion andooh more cuts for next year of at said, they are bursting at the board: Green and Jorgensen; school least $100 per pupil are WUliiaAy Potuonnel seams. • Authorized the general and community Rost, planned. More information QUESTIONS: Steel said a topic on fund bills payment of Green and Montgomery; will be forthcoming, he said. Steel asked the board to everyone’s mind is school $187,790; athletic bills pay­ fact-finding — Curtis and safety. 218 E. State St., Hastings • 945-9673 ment of $6,202; food service Heinze; labor relations — begin to think about the 50th OPEN: Monday-Thursday 8 am-5:30 pm; . “We are currently review­ bills of $105,104; payroll: Burd and Jorgensen; athlet­ anniversary of Maple Valley Friday 8 am-7 pm; Saturday 9 am-5:30 pm Schools in the 2014-15 year. ing our policies arid working Dec. 14, $225,290; Dec. 28, ics — Jorgensen, Rost; tech­ Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up ______ 11, nology — Green, Heinze and She asked the board their with both Eaton and Barry $222,835 and Jan. counties to review our plan $199,920. Montgomery. and seek guidance on revi• Set the 2013 meeting • New Construction Designed and Installed • Fuel Oil Furnace Installation and Senrice sions,” said Steel in the writ­ schedule. Meetings will • Boiler Installation and Senrice ten report. • Geo-Thermal Installation and Senrice begin at 7 p.m. the second • Radiant Floor Tubing and Ceiling Steel expressed dismay Monday of each month, with • Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Sales and Installation over the liaison officer’s the exception of February • Duct Cleaning and Sanitizing Air Conditioning & Heating Service hours being cut to one day and April, when the board •A0 Smith Water Heater Sales and f • High-Efficiency Furnace and Air Serving Your Community Service g Conditioning Installation per week right after the will meet on the third for Over 40 Years • 24-Hour Phone Service * Free Estimates • Empire Space Heater Sales and Senrice shooting at Sandy Hook Monday. Elementary School in • Agreed to continue Connecticut. membership with the “We were getting a lot Michigan Association of accomplished ...” said Steel. School Boards. “I want our officer back.” • Approved the IRS Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 Nashville (517) 852-9565 School board officers and committees set Goodman FROST HEATING 8 COOLING QUALITY, VALUE 8 SERVICE �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, January 19,2013 — Page 7 Library cat having another birthday party Putnam winter reading program announced A birthday party will be held in honor of Cleo Page Turner, the resident library cat at Putnam District Library in Nashville, Saturday, Jan. 26. The party begins at 11 a.m., and guests will have a chance to sign a giant birthday banner, play games and take home a party favor, while supplies last. This year, Cleo has invited Garfield to join the party. Librarians will help with the celebration and small craft projects for different age groups. Garfield-themed sto­ ries and birthday treats will round out the celebration, said children’s. Director Emily Mater. The event will last a little over one hour. While Cleo lives at the Putnam District Library, no library funds are used for her care. Food, litter, toys and vet bills are all provided by library patrons. The annual party is an opportunity for supporters to help stock up Aurora and Cassie Linn pose with Cleo in front of the winter reading program dis­ play at Putnam District Library. Holly Rosin gives a gift to Cleo the library cat at a previous celebration. Cleo will be having another party Saturday, Jan. 26. on supplies, and all dona­ tions are appreciated. Gift cards are a great idea for this party, said Mater. Contact the library for a list of Cleo’s favorite brands. Volunteers who would like to help with the celebration should call Mater, 517-852­ 9723. The library’s winter read­ ing program for teens and adults has begun and will continue into April. This year’s program is “Carry Out a Good Book” and has a pizza theme. Readers who sign up will receive an indi­ vidual pizza record sheet. They will read to earn top­ pings, and be entered to win prizes. In order to qualify for the grand prize — a pizza party for family and friends — readers must create a supreme pizza with at least four different toppings. Pizza-loving readers are encouraged to sign up as soon as possible to partici­ pate. The library will be open Monday, Jan. 21, Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Normal business hours for Putnam District Library are Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday 3 to 8 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. ^TOBACCO, continued from page 1 compliant said Schray, who added no sales of alcohol were made to under-age decoys and letters were sent to the businesses congratu­ lating them on “well-trained staff.” Scott Decker, DPW direc­ tor in a written report said motion lighting and a rope at the sledding hill have been installed at Putnam Park. Hometown Lumber was thanked for donating lumber for a skating rink and for selling a liner for the rink, at cost. The rink is 50’ x 100’ and is located in Riverfront Park and will be removed in the spring. A set ofbleachers has been set up at the rink. Decker reported Ayles Tree Service removed trees throughout town, in the cemetery and one at Putnam. District Library. The wood will be advertised for bid. A contract for new teleme­ try for pump controls has been made with Perceptive Controls Inc. of Plainwell. The project should be com­ pleted within the next few weeks, said Decker. Decker said ammendments have been made to S2 grants. The grants cover the planning, design and user charge systems for potential State Revolving Fund and Strategic Water Quality Inititives fund applicants. Initially the grant was to be up to $1 million with a match of ten percent. Under the change the grant may be up to $2 million with no match. In other business the coun­ cil: • Approved the payment of January bills in the amount of $63,334. • Under advisement of the village attorney has listed the village with the State of Michigan as part of a fire insurance withholding pro­ gram. A portion of insurance claims due to home fires will be paid to the village and held in escrow until the structure has been repaired or replaced. • Denied a parking permit request for 223 Reed Street. • Authorized quarterly payments of $6,750 to the fire board and $1,250 to transfer recycle. • Will participate in Mayor Exchange Day, within a one hour drive. In a follow up conversation with Clerk Cathy Lentz, she said this is the first time in approximate­ ly 20 years the village has participated. • Approved the appoint­ ment of Tom Taylor to the planning commission. Friday, January 25 • 10 am to 8 pm Saturday, January 26 • 10 am to 8 pm BARRY EXPO CENTER 1350 N. 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See Art Mead Barry Eaton Health Department Bath Fitter Hettinger's Backyard and Power Store Diamond Propane LLC Interior Woodworking & Design Carl's Soft Water An'D Signs LLC Tru Media Flfelskl Construction Unity Home Improvement Granite Transformations Leaffilter North of Michigan Inc Kitchens by katle Miracle Ear Barry Co Animal Shelter Celia's Painting & Color Consulting The Felghner Co Inc Boat Lifts & Docks Jim Dull Excavating 8c Contracting WBCH FM/AM Carney Maliy Concessions BailTek Cleaning and Restoration । �Page 8 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, January 19, 2013 This week in Nashville history SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the con­ ditions of a mortgage made by MARK S.. WARNER, AN UNMAR­ RIED MAN, to FIFTH-THIRD MORTGAGE, Mortgagee, dated October 15, 2010, and recorded on October 19,2010, in Document No. 201010190009716, and re­ recorded on January 18, 2011 in Document No./Liber 201101180000572, and assigned by said mortgagee to MICHIGAN STATE HOUSING DEVELOP­ MENT AUTHORITY, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy Thousand Four Hundred Eight Dollars and Thirty-Five Cents ($70,408.35), including interest at 5.500% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, At the of them, at public venue, At the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 01:00 PM o'clock, on February 21, 2013 Said premises are locat­ ed in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 9, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, BALTI­ MORE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 25 MIN­ UTES 47 SECONDS EAST, 436.00 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 54 SECONDS EAST, PARALLEL WITH THE EAST AND WEST 1 / 4 LINE OF SAID SECTION, 780.78 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING, THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 54 SEC­ ONDS EAST 220.00 FEET TO THE CENTERLINE OF M-37 HIGHWAY; THENCE NORTH 07 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 04 SEC­ ONDS WEST, 137.38 FEET ALONG SAID CENTERLINE; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 54 SECONDS WEST 220.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 07 DEGREES 58 MIN­ UTES 04 SECONDS EAST, 137.38 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless deter­ mined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. If the above referenced prop­ erty is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 600 of the Michigan Compiled Laws, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mort­ gage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. MICHIGAN STATE HOUS­ ING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORI­ TY Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 USBW.001843 FHA (01’19) (02’09) 06801834 The population of Nashville, according to the 1900 U.S. Census, was 1,164, advised a January 1901 report in the Nashville News. The figure represented an increase of 135 over the decade of 1890 to 1900. This southward view of Main Street was taken about 1906. ground, together with all the contents. The fire depart­ ment responded promptly to the alarm, but the engine valves and pipes were frozen, causing a delay that let the fire get beyond con­ trol. The loss foots up to at least $5,000, with only $3,000 insurance. 1887 — Messrs. Roscoe and Appelman have sold their interest in the wood­ working establishment on the north side of the river to their partners, the Taylor brothers. 1888 — An unsuccessful attempt was made Wednesday evening of last week to rob the grave of Edwin T. Branch, the Barryville youth who was accidentally killed the Sunday previous. [1983 News of January 1926 was that Dr. O.K. Brown had note: A complete account of returned to his Nashville practice after six months in this event, including the sub­ Lansing..Brown, , who grew up in Oklahoma and sequent arrest, trial and con­ acquired his education there and in Illinois, first came to viction of Dr. J.T. Goucher Nashville in 1916 and except for the brief Lansing stay of Nashville on charges of practiced continuously here until his sudden death in grave robbery appeared as a December 1929 at age 47. In this mid-1920s photo, the Memories of the Past pubpopular young physician is seen outside his North Main lished Feb. 23, 1982.] 1891 — M.B. Brooks has Street headquarters. purchased an electric light­ ing plant to be put in his This Memories ofthe Past built near the depot. Robust, evaporating works before the article by the late Susan clove-scented gentlemen and next season’s work begins ... Hinckley first appeared in frail, fair, perfumed ladies The Nashville fishing party, the Maple Valley News, Jan. swear and gasp as they wade which has been at Saddlebag Lake the past week, returned 18, 1983. through the mud to the cars. Here are some snippets of 1877 — Friend Soules, 13, Sunday and report a grand Nashville news from mid- shot himself through the calf time. They took out 17 fine January newspapers. of his leg at school Monday, pickerel, B.B. Downing getwhen the revolver he had ting one that measured three 1875 — Boise Bros., secreted in his pants pocket feet, eight inches and weighed 23 pounds. Dancer and Williams are went off accidentally. erecting a huge new ice 1899 — The Anti-Gossip 1879 — Eugene Cook has house at the hotel, to store a set new records this winter Society met last Thursday supply of ice for their own with the sale of his cutters afternoon with Mrs. Sam and public use. Most other [small, horse-drawn sleds] Casler. Seven new members ice houses already are filled and expects to continue turn­ were sworn in. with ice of good quality ... ing out close to 10 a week as 1900 — The weather last Roe and Clever’s meat mar- long as they continue to sell. week has been one continual 1881 — diphtheria has at round of rain, sleet and ket has been selling bear steaks this week. last made its appearance in snow, with temperatures in 1876 — The village coun­ Nashville, a child of Rol general much like spring ... cil should order a crosswalk Shepherd being seriously A look at an 1875 issue of attacked with this malaria in the news shows that during PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: a malignant form. the past 25 years, prices have All real estate advertising in this news­ 1884 — About five gone to pot. Today’s markets paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act o’clock Wednesday evening, reveal wheat, at 63 cents, is and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise J.M. Wood’s foundry caught 42 cents below the 1875 “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, fire and burned to the market price and other handicap, familial status, national origin, reductions are even more age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or marked. Butter, at 18 cents,’ discrimination.” Familial status includes Experienced is barely one-halfthe price of children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant 25 years ago, and oats at 25 women and people securing custody of cents doesn’t compare favor­ children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly ably with the 1875 price of accept any advertising for real estate Battle Creek and which is in violation of the law. Our 40 cents. Kalamazoo areas, readers are hereby informed that all 1901 — The bulletin of (induing Albion, Homer, Three Riven dwellings advertised in this newspaper and Galesburg) are available on an equal opportunity the U.S. Census, according basis. To report discrimination call the to the count made in 1900, FT/PT - days/nights Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for has been published and Please email resume to: the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. shows Nashville to have a recmiter@oDtimalstaffing.com or fax to: g population of 1,164, repre­ senting an increase of 135 in 517-394-7716 06799959 HHAs I CNAs the past 10 years. 1902 — Work at the new stave factory is progressing satisfactorily, and it is hoped to have the institution in run­ ning order within the next two or three weeks. The buildings have been roofed with steel, and the machinery is now being placed in posi­ tion. The yards are beginning to fill up slowly with stock. 1904 The seniors of Nashville High School will serve a public dinner Saturday. On the menu: choice of beef, pork or ham; escalloped potatoes, baked beans, salad, pickles, apple pie, cake and relishes, jams and jellies. The price: 20 cents. 1905 — Townsend Brothers have finished bean picking operations for the season and their total output has been enough beans to feed Barry County a full year. 1906 — Hartwell Brothers of Kalamo Township are firm believers in the profits of sheep raising and well they might be. From an orig­ inal flock of 50 ewes and the purchase of $300 worth of lambs last spring, they have this year received $1,149. A few weeks ago, they sold 156 lambs to F.J. Feighner for $905.50. 1924 As The News goes to press, the first real snowfall of the winter is coming. With the thermome­ ter resting at 32, and no wind, the damp snow is sticking right where it falls ... About six inches has already fallen, with evident promise of plenty more, and this is the first time this winter there has been more than two inches on the level. 1925 — Harold G. Springett and Fay C. Wing are engaging in the undertak­ ing business in Nashville, having opened their place of business in the Gribbin block. Mr. Wing will look after the embalming, while Mr. Springett will handle the obsequies. 1926 — The many friends of Dr. and Mrs. C.K. Brown will be pleased to learn they are returning to Nashville to make this their permanent home. The doctor has been practicing in Lansing the past six months. He will open his office on North Main Street this Saturday. 1927 — Francis Showalter has received the contract for transporting the mail between the post office and the depot, and com­ menced the work Jan. 16. There were several bidders for the job, but Mr. Showalter named the lowest figure. 1929 — Nashville’s two banks, the State Savings Bank and the Farmers and Merchants State Bank, are in excellent condition accord­ ing to year-end reports, hav­ ing together, more than a million dollars in deposits. 1930 Consumers Power Company has announced it will supply nat­ ural gas to Nashville, for heating purposes, piping it from Lansing to Hastings. 1931 — It was with little opposition that the new con­ solidated school board was elected last Saturday. Five members — three from country and two from town — will comprise the new board. Elected were E.H. Lathrop, Dr. W.A. Vance, Dr. Orville Mater, S.W. Smith and Frank C. Lentz. The vote cast was very light compared to the one Jan. 2, at which the consolidated school question carried by a majority of 212. 1937 Advertisement: Fred G. Baker’s .customers take notice. I have bought 20 nine-by-12 and larger rugs extra cheap; also pieces of linoleum, five cents and up, Graniteware, notions and bargains galore in other goods. Merchandise will be in Friday afternoon, I expect. Call and look things over. 1949 — At a meeting of the Nashville Lions Club at the residence of Mrs. Mary White, Mr. and Mrs. Norvall Barger of the Sunshine Valley Seed Farm and Nursery provided the enter­ tainment. After a delicious dinner that included gener­ ous tastes of moose meat for everyone, the Bargers showed pictures taken on their Canadian hunting trip last fall and told how Mrs. Barger killed a 1,000-pound moose. 1950 The Nashville Volunteer Fire Department during 1949 answered 40 calls and saved property esti­ mated at $160,000. Estimated losses total $8,100. These and other sta­ tistical data were reported at the annual meeting of the department. 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January 19. 2013 Maple Valley picks up play in second half to beat Pennfield Commemorative brick wall nearing completion The Maple Valley Athletic Boosters are finishing up the last row of bricks at the Athletic Complex and are still taking final orders. Prices start at $80 for a four-by­ eight-inch granite tile with two lines of engraving. All lines of engraving are limited to 14 characters. Other sizes are $150 for an eight-by-eight-inch brick with five lines, $250 for an eight-by-16-inch tile with five lines, or $500 for a 16-by-16-inch brick with five lines of engraving. Call Athletic Director Duska Brumm at Maple Valley High School, 517-852-9275; Booster President Lori Courtney, or any athletic boosters member to reserve a brick. Round three showing helps Lions move up at Springport The Lions helped themselves out with a solid round three performance Monday. -Maple'1 Valley’s varsity competitive cheer team finished fourth at the Springport Invitational. The Lions were in eighth place after the first two rounds. The third best round three score of the day helped the. Lions move up in the final overall standings. Charlotte took the day’s championship, scoring the EWING WELL DRILLING INC. highest total in each of the three rounds Monday. The Orioles finished the day with a slcore bf 682.44. Jonesville was second with a 661.54, followed by Lansing Waverly 647.12, Maple Valley 622.0, Concord 614.24, Quincy 604.36, Union City 577.70, Reading 565.70, Homer 563.46, Athens 556.82 and Springport 554.40. The Lions were in sixth place after scoring a 185.30 in round one, then fell to eighth with a 167.10 in round two. Maple Valley finished off the day with a 269.60 in round three. 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Richard Ewing Owner Allison Kirk added 13 points and eight rebounds for Olivet and Kelsey Fraley had nine points and seven steals. Timara Burd had nine points to lead the Lions. Maple Valley is now 1-10 overall this season, and 1-8 in the KVA. The Lions will be home for their next four ballgames, starting with contests against Hackett Tuesday and Delton Reporting History AUTO SERVICE CENTER • Residential • Commercial • Farm WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Call 945-9554 any time for Maple Valley News ads! difficult for the Lions to get to the basket at the other end of the floor. The Lions couldn’t get to the rim very easily, and had a rough night behind the three-point arc hittingjust 2of-22 three-point attempts. The whole Eagle team shot well, going 10-of-12 from the floor in the first half. The Eagles led 25-18 at the half. Maple Valley scored the first seven points of the second half to tie the ball game, but the Eagles went into a half-court trap which the Lions had a tough time han­ dling and quickly took back control. Behind Harris for the Eagles, Tyler Masters had 15 points and Brett Whitely ten. Garret Mater led the Lions with 15 points, nine rebounds and five assists off the bench. Micah Bromley added 13 points and Austin Gonser had nine. Maple Valley returns to action at Hackett Catholic Central Tuesday, then will be home to take on Delton Kellogg Friday. Olivet improves to 9-0 in the KVA with win over Lion ladies than the Lions. Charlotte also had a 210.10 in round one and a 196.24 in round two. The Lions are scheduled to be a part of the Lakewood Olivet’s varsity girls’ basViking Cheerfest today (Jan. 19) and will host the second ketball team finished off an Southern Michigan undefeated first half of the Cheer Kalamazoo Valley Competitive Conference Jamboree of the Association season by scoring a 66-21 win over visit­ season Wednesday. ing Maple Valley Friday. The Eagles scored 22 points in the opening quarter, then extended their lead to 40-12 by the half. Hayley Walkowski had 210 points and nine steals to lead the way for Olivet. DOBBINS SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS to see seniors Mudge, Miller by Brett Bremer and Tyler Hickey step up in Sports Editor Maple Valley’s varsity the ball game. Hickey had boys’ basketball team got just three points, but his back on track Tuesday, effort on the defensive end snapping a two-game losing holdin the Panthers’ 6-8 streak with a 56-53 victory center Ryan Lowe to three points were huge for the over visiting Pennfield. The Lions rallied from a Lions. seven-point deficit at the Darin Blocker led the start of the second half, to Panthers with 15 points, and tie things up at 39-39 head- Davontae Miller chipped in ten and Brayden Bennett ing into the fourth quarter. Lion head coach Chris nine. Pennfield didn’t help Ewing said his team played “lazy defense” in the first itself at all at the free throw half and didn’t rebound the line, going 8-of-23 to help the Lions stay in the bailball very well. Maple Valley picked up game. Maple Valley is now 7-3 its defensive intensity in the second half, and started overall this season and 5-3 boxing out better, and those in the Kalamazoo Valley things changed the game. Association. The Lions fell Friday Tommy Mudge led the surge for the Lions, finish- though, 56-46 at Olivet. ing the game with 11 points Maple Valley didn’t have and 11 rebounds. He had an answer in the paint for most of those rebounds in the Eagles’ Quintan Harris, the second half. who had 23 points and 21 Austin Gonser led the rebounds. Ewing said Harris showed Lions with 12 points, seven rebounds and four assists. an unexpected shooting Garrett Miller added 11 touch, going 9-of-ll at the points as well, knocking free throw line and knockdown three three-pointers. ing down a few short jump Ewing said he was happy shots, all while making it Facebook �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, January 19,2013 — Page 11 Lion wrestlers top Rams for first league victory by Brett Bremer es that were contested in the Sports Editor dual with Parchment went Maple Valley’s varsity the full six minutes. The wrestling team was happy to other nine ended in pins. be at home Wednesday. The Lion heavyweights The Lions scored their closed out the evening with first Kalamazoo Valley wins for Maple Valley in the Association victory of the match with the Panthers. season, knocking off Diego Pesina scored a 13-3 Galesburg-Augusta 42-33. major decision over The Lions then lost a tough DeWayne Butler in the 215dual 52-22 to Parchment. pound match for the Lions. Maple Valley is now 1-3 in Zackary Rosenberger then the KVA this winter. pinned Parchment’s David “We are wrestling a lot Smith 44 seconds into the better and it was nice to have 285-pound match. such a large group of fans for The Lions’ other 12 points the boys to be wrestling in in the dual with the Panthers front of,” said Maple Valley came from 140-pounder coach Tony Wawiemia. Kenny Christopher and 119“None of the kids backed pounder Sam Bonney. down from Parchment, and Bonney pinned Floyd without a couple of mistakes Russell in 3:07. Christopher on the middle class weights stuck Richie Riley in 1:31. we could have made it a lot Neither team had a 103closer.” pounder take the mat. The Only two ofthe 11 match- Lions forfeited at 152 and 160 pounds. Parchment had Lion Gonzales pull out a 12-3 major decision over Kodee Crouch in the 112-pound match, and Andy Caffrey (125 pounds), Ryan McAfee (130), Andrew Chapa (135), Wyatt Polmateer (145), Cody Mikel (171) and Tyler Burlingham (189) score pins. The Lions led throughout their dual with the Rams to start the night. Pesina and Rosenberger both finished the evening 2-0, winning by forfeit in the opening dual. Crouch at 112 pounds and Travis Franks at 171 scored pins for the Lions in the match with the Rams. The only match that lasted three rounds in the dual went more than that, with Galesburg-Augusta’s Noah Camp edging the Lion’s Dan Langman 13-11 in overtime Maple Valley’s Diego Pesina (right) tries to fight off a shot from Parchment’s Dwayne Butler during their 215-pound match Wednesday, in which Pesina scored a 13-3 major decision. (Photo by Perry Hardin) in the 135-pound bout. Forfeit wins were also earned by the Lions’ Austin Davis (125), Christopher (140) and Zach Pixley (145). Mike Underwood (119), Devan Underwood (130) and Taylor McNally (189) had pins for the Rams. The Lions are at Webberville today (Jan. 19) and will return to KVA action Wednesday when they travel to Delton Kellogg High School to take on Delton and Pennfield. January blood drive exceeds goal The January blood drive at at Grace Community Church surpassed the goal of 38 For Sale (85) 33-1/3 ALBUMS, hits from the 1970's. $500 obo. (517)652-3261. ' -■ 3-' 'lit is-. iiteEteiiv Wanted to Rent If 'flirtiifc ■ » 5S3K. J teX.hteSK '.-■>. --■■■ ■ -r fa ■■> ? • WANT TO RENT: 3 bedroom or more house on all sport lake or a farm houseMaple Valley’s Kenny Christopher works his way to a pin against Parchment’s we have pets. (269)908-7445 Richie Riley during the first period of the 140-pound match Wednesday at Maple Card ofThanks Valley High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) THANK YOU Maple Valley Community Center of Hope Santa's Workshop gives special thanks to: Meijer, Maple Val­ ley Implement Inc., Musser's Full Service, Green Light Driving School, Jack & Ju­ dy's Restaurant, Shirley's Chuckwagon Restaurant, Maple Valley Pharmacy, Carl's Supermarket, Good Time Pizza, Maple Valley High School Leadership class, Alida Spahr, Sandra Mullins, Linda Boldrey, Ka­ ren Snyder and the 20 volun­ teers who gave of their time. Also to Santa for taking time from his busy schedule to visit with the children at MUCCOH. God bless you all! Lost & Found HELLO! 3 dogs were taken from my home Jan. 7th-llth. What I don't understand is why someone would steal pet animals. Also how some­ one's pets can so easily be sold or given to some other family. This society is sorry to hell. I LOVE my animals, taking these dogs is like kid­ napping 3 children! I am offering a $500 reward for each dog that is missing or for in­ formation that could lead to their return. That is $1,500, no questions asked. Please help ep me bring rng my loved ove Maple Valley High School has named Breanna Heinze from the varsity girls’ bas-dogs home. -Thank you! (517)852-9162 or (269)838­ ketball team and Zack Rosenberger its athletes of the week. 5025. Maple Valley High names its Athletes of the Week pints by one pint, said coor­ dinator Dorene Dean. A. total of 44 donors pre­ sented which included one double red and one first time donor. A double red is when two pints are removed, the red cells are extracted from the second pint and the remain­ der put back in to the donor. Marc Zimmerman received a 10-gaUon pin. Donors were treated to ice cream, cookies dr a cupcake. The next drive will be Thursday, March 7, from 1 to 6:45 p.m. at Grace Community Church. The church is located at 8950 E. M-79 Highway in Nashville. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Co// 945-9554 for more information. �Page 12 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, January 19,2013 Start the New Year with a personalized Photo Calendar! Young wrestlers have great day at Mid-West National Championship •Wall Calendars •Desk Calendars •Specialty Calendars Filled with your special dates like birthdays, anniversaries & special events! As low as «1995 Chandler Murton, Landen Bartley, Blake Paige, Jesse Brumm and Gavin Bartley from the Maple Valley Youth Wrestling Club all earned All-American status for their performance at the Mid-West National Championships over the weekend in Saginaw. Personalized Greeting Cards Birthdays, Anniversaries, Thank You’s, New Arrivals, Valentines, Congratulations! $179 I each with envelopes Quantity discount available The Maple Valley Youth Wrestling Club had five wrestlers earn All-American honors at the Mid-West National Championships at Saginaw Valley State University Saturday. Chandler Murton was a Jesse flight champion, Brumm was a flight runnerup and Gavin Bartley placed third. Landen Bartley and Blake Paige also earned AllAmerican status. All five of those boys followed up that performance by winning their flights at the MMWA tournament in Flushing SundayMaple Valley also had a good showing at the Lowell Tournament last weekend. Logan Kerby and Anthony Riley placed first. Gage Ertman, Konnor Visger and Mike Riley all placed 3rd. Hogan McCleary took part in the tournament - in Plainwell Sunday, and won his weight class. The Maple Valley team won its Meat Grinder dual 72-22 over Lansing Waverly Monday. 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Opera house curtain considered rare find Art Conservation & Restoration Services in Novi for the project. Lis visited the opera house Tuesday, Jan. 22 to examine the curtain. Kelsey said Lis knelt down and examined the fab­ ric with a magnifying glass, cleaning a small area with solvent and a cotton swab. “It wasn’t in as bad a shape in person as she thought is was from photos,” said Kelsey. “She felt it is really something that should be preserved — it will take a lot of work to bring it back.” In a follow-up conversa­ tion with the Maple Valley This is a full view of the opera house curtain that has been in storage at the Vermontville Opera House. The his­ torical society is interested in restoring and rehanging the artifact. (Photo supplied by Ted Snodgrass). by Shari Carney curtain is believed to have Vermontville Historical pany in Battle Creek. StaffWriter been constructed in the late Society. The curtain meas­ The journey to restore the A rare artifact has been in 1800s to early 1900s and is ures 236 by 143 inches, or artifact began in 2010 when storage under the stage ofthe considered very rare today, about 19 1/2 by 20 feet. Kelsey and JoeAnn Nehmer Vermontville Opera House. since most theater curtains The Vermontville Opera of the historical society con­ It is a stage curtain with an like this were discarded after House was built in 1898, and tacted a representative of a oil painting on the fabric, showing wear, said Doug the curtain was purchased theater prop company in depicting Naples, Italy. The Kelsey representing the from a theater staging com- Novi. At that point, the cur­ tain was brought out from under the stage where it had been folded for storage. The curtain was unfolded and rolled onto a roller and encased in plastic before going back into storage. The folding had imbedded creas­ es into the aged fabric. The Friends of Putnam the library — its services the Friends are dispensing Kelsey recently spoke District Library group is and programs — through with the annual fee of $10. with Mary Prader, head con­ seeking 90 members in 2013 advocacy, fundraising and Any new or renewing mem­ servationist of textiles and to commemorate the volunteerism. This is done ber will have a free year. tapestries at the Henry Ford The library serves the vil­ library’s 90th anniversary. in a variety of ways, such as Museum. Prader recom­ A membership meeting, book sales, the festival of lage ofNashville, as well as mended Jennifer Lis of Lis open to the public, will be trees, Lyrics on the Lawn, Castleton,' Maple Grove and Tuesday, Jan. 29, at 6:30 landscaping and summer Assyria townships. All resi­ reading programs, as well as dents in the district are urged p.m. at the library. to consider being friends of The philosophy of the gift basket sales. In honor of the 90th year, Putnam District Library. Friends group is to support News Lis said the curtain is very well done and a rare find. She said it is in relative­ ly good shape and is an important part of the local, community history. Lis said it will take sever­ al hundred hours to clean, repair tears, enhance tones of the painting and remove creases. A liner will need to be used to back the weak­ ened fabric said Lis, who added “It is well worth pre­ serving, for generations to come.” The historical society is eager to pursue the restora- See CURTAIN, pg. 8 Library group aims to mark 90th year with 90 members Jennifer Lis, a conservator, conducts a sample cleaning with a solvent and cotton swab on an area on the curtain at the Vermontville Opera House. The curtain has been in storage. Rep. Callton doesn’t miss a Gordeneer appointed Eaton vote during first term in office As the Michigan Legislature begins a new year in Lansing, State Rep. Mike Callton is among a dis­ surer’s office,” he said. tinguished group of lawmak­ “I am grateful for this ers with a perfect voting opportunity to serve the record. county, and I look forward to. Official vote counts conthe responsibilities and chal- firm that Callton, Rlenges ahead,” said Nashville, did not miss any Gordeneer. of the 914 roll-call votes The treasurer is the coun- taken by the Michigan House ty’s banker. County depart- during 2012. Callton, who ments deposit all revenues also posted a perfect voting with the treasurer. By law, record in 2011, completed the treasurer is also a mem- his entire first term as a lawber of the county tax alloca- maker without missing a sintion board and county plat gle vote. board. Treasurer duties “Being there every day include the collection of that we’re in session to rep­ delinquent property taxes resent the concerns of this and serving as the custodian district is very important,” of county funds. Callton said. For more information, Among the accomplish­ visit www.eatoncountytrea- ments of the House last year surer.org. were early passage of a bal- County deputy treasurer Tracey Gordeneer of Vermontville was appointed deputy treasurer by Bob Robinson, Eaton County treasurer, Jan. 17. As deputy treasurer, Gordeneer will assist in the management of internal operations, and, in the absence of the treasurer, will serve as a constitutional backup for tasks of the office, said Robinson in a press release issued Jan. 24. Gordeneer has worked in the treasurer’s office for 17 Tracey Gordeneer years. Her promotion will “Tracey understands the assure sound staffing, good strategic direction and complex financial operations increased productivity for of the county and the long­ this important county office, term objectives that have said Robinson. been established for the trea- anced state budget and reforms to improve the qual­ ity of life for Michigan’s vet­ erans. “I look forward to achiev­ ing another perfect voting record in my second term, as well as putting forth a solid effort in 2013 to make Michigan’s economy as healthy as it can possibly be,” Callton said. Residents may call Callton’s office, 517-373­ 0842 or email mikecallton@house.mi.gov. In This Issue Council learns that 5K run is planned for syrup festival Festival of trees winners announced Lions lose two close KVA duals at Delton Kellogg Delton cheer team just a few points better than Lions �Page 2 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, January 26, 2013 A look back at Central Park Louise Elizabeth Annis Louise Elizabeth Annis, owner of Annis Beauty Salon in Nashville for many years, passed away on January 21, 2013 at the age of 99. Her son and daughter-in­ law, David andJann Annis of Stapleton, AL survive her. She has two granddaughters and four great grandchildren. She lived in Fairhope, AL forever 15 years. Louise was also a lifelong member of the Eastern Star. Council learns that 5K run is planned for syrup festival by Shari Carney Staff Writer Members of the Vermontville Village Council learned at their Jan. 10 meeting that a 5K run will again be part of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival in April. Jassen Dowling, a teacher with Maple Valley Schools, said the run would begin at the high school and proceed north on Mason Road to the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail and into Vermontville. More details of the run will be forthcoming. Dowling said Playmakers from Lansing will run the event. Dowling said nearly 100 people registered for the first event in 2012. A logo design of a running maple leaf pro­ moting the event was shown to council members. '“‘Jeff Seavblt' gave an update on the trail, saying gravel has been laid down at the trailhead off of Linden Street. Students in the build­ ing trades class at Maple Valley High School made arches and signs that are ready to be installed. Vermontville Department of Public Works Supervisor Monte O’Dell said he would get measurements done for the installation. Seavolt asked the council to consider financially sup­ porting the trail, since there is a shortfall of approximate­ ly $12,000. The money would complete the match required to receive the Safe Routes to School grant-for the trail. No action was taken, but the council decided to con­ sider the request. If funding is available, Seavolt said the trail likely could be finished by August Residents at 140 E. First St had a malfunctioning water softener that created what Trustee Garry Patrick called a serious leak. Once ace O' The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. the leak was discovered, 17,000 gallons had been used in a one-week period. A pro­ posal was made to allow a payment schedule, since the resulting bill came to $473. President Ruth Wineman said the new village clerk, Kathy Laseur, is “doing a nice job.” Laseur filled the vacant position and began working with the village Jan. 2. Wineman said the person­ nel committee is in discus­ sion with certified public accountants Laurie Tamez and Kathy Sheldon to see if an increase in employee wages of 1.7 percent is feasi­ ble. “It is very possible we can come in with some raises,” said Wineman, who added that O’Dell had made significant cuts by predicting less overtime for the winter months. Due to the diligence of Patrick, who suggested the village obtain a fleet number, the cost to obtain a new Chevrolet truck for the DPW dropped several thousand dollars from the original esti­ mate to $23,892. The truck must be a 2013 and will come from Shaheen Chevrolet, said O’Dell, who thanked Patrick for the sug­ gestion. 1-517-852-9481 O■ bUE anUn < U Stop in and try our Home Cookin’ / Jack S Judy’s \ Country Kettle Cafe 113 N. 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For more information on tax return preparers go to IRS.gov (S) Stadium Seating LEWIS & CLARK: GREAT JOURNEY WEST Now Scheduling Appointments 8870 Valley Hwy., Vermontville, MI 517-852-1500 DfllLY SHOWTIMES 1/26 -1/31 (3 to choose from) 0683682 | Q No passes SPECIALS s3.95 BARGAIN TWILIGHT 4:00-6:00 PM * excludes Digital 3D Memories of the Past Central Park in Nashville as it appeared in 1921. This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Jan. 17 1979. The year is 1921. The scene is Nashville’s Central Park in its infancy. The old Union Hotel that previously occupied the site had burned and fallen into hazardous disrepair before the lot was purchased by the village in 1915 and convert­ ed into a park. Six years later, when this photo was taken, young maples trans­ planted from Putnam Park in a thinning-out program had successfully taken hold, encircling a wading pool and fountain. The star attraction in the park was the fountain statue, a cherub holding aloft a large fish, cascading water in its mouth. Originally at home in the Michigan Central Railroad • Farm Taxes • Small Business Taxes In years subsequent to its placement in the village park, the delightful figure would disappear on an occa­ sional Halloween night but was always returned until the final instance. That time it was not replaced and knowl­ edge of the cherub’s where­ abouts was never learned. Although the fate of the stat­ ue still remains a mystery, rumor had it that “out-oftowners” were responsible for the cherub’s last depar­ ture from its Central Park home. The wading pool, without the guardian cherub, soon became neglected and was eventually filled with soil for a petunia planting project by a local civic organization. Unfortunately, shade from the now-large maples hin­ dered the growth of flowers, and today, Central Park still misses the cherub’s beauty. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads! MUJtfTXa yg We Specialize in: • Individual Taxes Park, located northwest of the old depot (the park was across the street from the present-day VFW Hall), the cherub came into possession of the village, probably as a gift, when MCRR discontin­ ued maintaining its small railroad park. Placed in the center of a circular wading pool in the heart of Nashville’s down­ town park, the cherub found a new home to the delight of local youngsters. On the right in the photo can be seen the old Star (later the Flo) Theater and in the background, St. Cyril Catholic Church. The old theater showed silent movies with piano accompaniment until “talkies” came along, and continued in operation until it was tom down in the 1960s. The cherub, however, was gone from the Central Park scene long before then. 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 Q (517)852-9712 • Bookkeeping 06799907 Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, January 26,2013 — Page 3 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Why schools are generally not dismissed early on days when the weather is bad In many or our families, adults work outside the home and they have no child care arrangements available before the end ofthe school day. However, ifyour schedule allows and ifyou feel your children will be safer at home, you can pick your children up before the end of the school day. If you do, go to the school office and request that your children be dismissed to you. Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Jan. 28 Feb. 1-2 Feb. 2 Feb. 4 Feb. 7 Feb. 16 Feb. 20 Feb. 21 Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church. MQHA/4H Horse Judging Workshop, MSU. Preparing the Pleasure Horse Clinic, 11 a.m., MSU Pavilion. Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Pro Auto in Hastings. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Somethingfor Everyone!, 8:30 a.m., Barry Community Enrichment Center. 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Bany Community Enrichment Center. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. From the Pulpit ustments by Pastor Gary Simmons It has been difficult to adjust to the bitter cold this last week. Even when wearing my armor of winter wear, my body still feels shocked when I move from the warmth of my home to face the frigid temperatures of the real world. But this is not the toughest adjustment I’ve had to face in life. Life is full of challenges that force you to adjust, from the shock of leaving your mother’s womb, to losing someone you love, to the struggle of your last breath. Anyway you look at it, making adjustments is seldom comfortable. But the flexibility and willingness to adjust is a key factor in experiencing a full and meaningful life. Ifyou want to live the good life God has intended for you to live, you must adjust your thoughts and actions to His. Just as the apostles left their livelihood of fishing to follow Jesus, we must be willing to abandon our plans and ideas ifwe are going to discover the good plans God has for each one ofus. We must seek Him, listen to Him and follow Him. God tells us in Isaiah 55:9 that “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” Are you seeking God’s direction for your life? Are you listening to Him? If you want the best out of life, choose to adjust to His ways. Gary Simmons, along with Bryce Feigner, is the new co-pastor of the Vermontville and Gresham United Methodist churches. They also pastor the United Methodist churches at Woodland and Mulliken, and Quimby and Kalamo, respectively. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEOULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. "Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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 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 Morning Worship............................. 11 Evening Worship............................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .......... 6:45 p.m. . . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. 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 School 10: 00............................. Church Service 11: 00..................................... Fellowship School closings due to winter weather conditions When schools are closed for other reasons If you have a question about whether schools or a particu­ The following g information on school closing gp procedures lar school will be closed for reasons other than severe weathhas been supplied by Maple Valley Schools Superintendent er, we will communicate via the districts instant alert system. You can also listen to local radio or television stations. Ronna Steel. When schools are delayed when the weather is bad, but When the weather is bad, the Maple Valley School District follows a set of guidelines for deciding if school will be open will improve during the day In many of our families, adults working outside the home, or closed. With winter weather here, I’d like to review these are not able to adjust their work schedules or find child care to guidelines with you. The district must make a decision that is the best for all stu-accommodate a later start. The school will typically delay dents. We realize, at times, our decisions may not fit with indi-school not more than two hours. The decision to delay school vidual circumstances.. Therefore,, we encourage g and strongly gy will be determined if the conditions will improve within the -s--u-p--p-o--r-t--y-o-u in making the decision that is best for your chil- two hour wait. Mostly the delays will be due to fog conditions. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. For dren. You are always the best judge ofyour child’s health and every family which is happy that school is in session on days safety. The process for deciding when schools are open or closed when the weather is bad, there is another family that feels due to snow and /or ice is district staff members review the schools should be closed. The decision to open or close weather conditions beginning early in the morning. The trans- schools during inclement weather brings out some of the portation supervisor, transportation assistant, and mechanic, strongest community reactions - no matter which way we go travel the roads in the district, checking the conditions of the with our weather decisions. We appreciate your understanding of the difficulties in road and if the buses will be able to travel effectively. They review the weather forecast, check with county road commis­ making this decision, and your support in helping your child sions, Vermontville and Nashville’s departments of public get to school safely on winter works, and the county emergency dispatchers. We also con­ days. Please know that we Help Wanted sult with the neighboring school districts to see if buses will will use safety consideration in making all of our weather be able to travel safely to and from school in their area. decisions. EXPERIENCED We make the decision by 5:30 a.m. or earlier, and then HHAS/CNAS: BATTLE communicate this decision to all local news outlets. Creek and Kalamazoo areas The Maple Valley School district is: (including Albion, Homer, For Rent Three Rivers, Galesburg) • Supported by two county road commissions, (Barry RAILSIDE MINI STOR­ FT/PT-days/nights.. Please County and Eaton County). resumes to: • Supported by two village department of public works, AGE: 5 sizes plus warehouse send space available. Call M-66 recruiter@optimalstaffing. (Nashville, and Vermontville). Tire (616)374-1200 com or fax to 517-394-7716. • Supported by two emergency services (Barry County and Eaton County 911). • Bordered with the following school districts (Bellevue, Hastings, Lakewood, Charlotte). • Part of two counties, (Barry County, and Eaton County). We try to keep schools open. When schools close, many families have issues with child care. As a result, we try to keep schools open if it’s safe to do so. However, as we stated, par­ ents can always make the decision to keep their children at home in bad weather. When schools are closed because of extreme cold When the National Weather service has a wind chill warn­ ing for Barry/Eaton County in effect for the time just before the school day begins, we will make a decision if our schools should close. It is quite likely we will make this type of clos­ ing decision on the morning of the day in question. If there is a wind chill advisory (and not a warning) for the counties, school will likely be open (Threshold from National Weather Service) GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training . PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School............................ 9:45 A.M. Service .......................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service...................................... 6 Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH . 517-726-0526 . Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. . Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship............................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School............................... 10 A.M. Service............................... 11:15 P.M. Service...................................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH . M-79 West Worship............................. 11:15 a.m. . PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................... 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .. .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship........ ..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517) 852-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, January 26, 2013 Festival of trees winners announced Winning first place in the fifth annual festival of trees Second place in the fifth annual festival of trees was is Shirley’s ChuckWagon. Accepting the award is Jay awarded to Kimberly Rodriguez (left) owner of Step-NKimble. Angie Walker, president of the Friends of Time Dance Studio. Angie Walker presents the award Putnam District Library presented the award. on behalf of the Friends of Putnam District Library. orated by Janette Brodbeck, co-owner of Shirley’s ChuckWagon. The second place tree was decorated by trees received red mirror-ball ornaments from the Friends of Putnam District Library. The winning tree was dec- Putnam District Library in Nashville conducted its fifth annual festival of trees last month. The top two winning Local students named to honor lists at Davenport University Davenport University has announced that several local students have been named to its dean’s list and president’s for the fall 2012 semester. To achieve the dean’s list, a student must maintain a minimum 3.5 grade point average while enrolled in at least nine credits of regular Mulliken — Chelsey Dow. The president’s list recog­ nizes Davenport University’s top students. To be named to the president’s list, a student must maintain a minimum 3.8 grade point average while enrolled in at least nine credits of regular course­ work. Local students on the president’s list include: Charlotte — Katherine Flegel, Allison Neal, Genevieve Royale, Roxanne Sherman. Hastings — Daniel Brownell, Emily Gary, William Hildreth, Hannah Smith, Kimberly Smith, Joshua Strait, Robyn Todd, Alexandra Wendorf. Nashville — Marciene Morgan, Katelyn Wilson. Sunfield — Jenna Avery. coursework. Local students who have been named to Davenport University’s dean’s ’s list include: Hastings — Rhonda Bond, Marissa Kurr, Sara Leary, Bridget Martz, Emily Nelson, Adam Skedgell, Lindsey Williams. 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Nancy Carl decorat­ ed the third place tree, repre­ senting the Nashville Lions Club. Nashville Implement won fourth, place and the fifth place award went to the Nashville Post Office. The event is designed to promote area businesses and organizations by encourag­ ing them to decorate a tree that will be displayed at the library during December, said Angie Walker, president ofthe Friends group. This year, the library asked businesses to decorate with 90 items that represent their place of business. This is to commemorate the library’s 90 years of service to the local community in 2013. The Friends encour­ aged the public to vote for their favorite trees by donat­ ing money toward those trees. The top five winners also received an award cer- W. GRANO RIVER • IONIA • 616 527-2169 KITCHEN HDURSi MONDAY-THURSDAY 11AM-10PM ■ FRIDAY-SATURDAY 11AM-11PM OPEN SUNDAY 10:00 AM • 9:00 PM Fifth place in the festival of trees for 2012 was won by Nashville Post Office. Accepting the award is Kelley Cranmore (right). Angie Walker presents the award on behalf of the Friends of Putnam District Library. tificate. (No photo was avail­ able for the fourth place win­ ners, Nashville Implement.) Editor’s note: Publication ofthis story was delayed due to a processing error. Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Jan. 28 Sliced ham, sweet pota­ toes, cauliflower, pineapple, dinner roll. Tuesday, Jan. 29 Oven fried chicken, baked beans, macaroni and cheese, coleslaw, applesauce. Wednesday, Jan. 30 Baked potato bar, chili, tossed salad, sliced peaches, crackers. Thursday, Jan. 31 Beef hot dog, potato salad, green beans, banana, bun. 06803642 CORNER LANDING Third place in the fifth annual festival of trees was captured by the Nashville Lions Club. Nancy Carl (right) accepts the award from Angie Walker, president of the Friends of Putnam District Library. Festival Lions Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Jan. 28 Peanut butter and jelly, three bean salad, applesauce, English muffin. Tuesday, Jan. 29 Tuna pasta salad, broccoli raisin salad, peaches, crack- ers. Wednesday, Jan. 30 Cheddar cheese, potato salad, citrus sections, club crackers. Thursday, Jan. 31 Sliced turkey and cheddar cheese, baked beans, man­ darin oranges, bun. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Jan. 28 Sliced ham, sweet pota­ toes, cauliflower, orange, cookie. Tuesday, Jan. 29 Oven fried chicken, baked beans, macaroni and cheese, coleslaw, applesauce. Wednesday, Jan. 30 Salmon croquette, wild rice, peas and carrots, spinach, fruit punch. Thursday, Jan. 31 Beef hot dog, com, green beans, banana, bun. Activities Calendar Monday, Jan. 28 Hastings: Card Making 10 a.m.; BYOG; Music with Sam; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Kinship Support 5:30-7 p.m. at Hastings Baptist Church. N,W,N - Remini­ scence. Tuesday, Jan. 29 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 30 Hastings: Senior Brigade 10 a.m. “Online Safety”; Music with Sam; Nails; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton: Reminiscence; January Birthday Party. Thursday, Jan. 31 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 a.m. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, Feb. 1 - Hastings: Super Bowl Party! 1030 a.m. Woodland: Visiting; Sing-a­ Long. NOTE: Fiddlers Jamboree Feb. 2. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, January 26,2013 — Page 5 Lions lose two close KVA duals at Delton Kellogg by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley is just a cou­ ple bouts from being .500 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association. Instead, the Lions sit at 1­ 5 in the league with one dual left on the conference sched­ ule, at Olivet Wednesday. The Lion varsity wrestling team went 0-2 at its final KVA Quad of the season, hosted by Delton Kellogg Wednesday. The Lions fell 39-36 to Pennfield, then were downed 36-34 by the host Panthers from Delton Kellogg. “We gave away two matches,” said Maple Valley head coach Chris Ricketts. “I told them, I take halfthe blame. When you’re that close and you lose, then I could have coached better. I’ll take half the blame, they take half the blame. I’ll find a way to win the close ones. We’ve thrown away far too many duals this year. It must be half coaching.” A couple times the coach­ ing was there, but the Lions just needed to do a betterjob of listening to that advice and following through out on the mat. Delton Kellogg clinched its two-point win over the Lions with Calob Montes scoring a 6-4 decision over Diego Pesina in the 215pound match. “Diego should have beat­ en that kid,” Ricketts said.f “He didn’t wrestle well enough. He didn’t use his legs for balance. That was it. He didn’t get his legs out to use for balance. We’ve been telling him that all year long and it finally caught up with him.” Pesina held Montes down for the first 113 seconds of the third period, but Kallee scored a reversal with seven EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential * Commercial • Farm seconds remaining to get the their 189-pound match, with victory. Decker trailing 2-1. Decker “It was a good match,” didn’t get away though, and Delton Kellogg head coach Parker scored a reversal and Dan Phillips said. “Those are two nearfall points before two quality opponents, prob­ eventually pinning him mid­ ably two of the best 215- way through the period. pounders in the KVA. It That left the Lion team came right down to the wire, still three points short when like you’d expect, with Pesina and Rosenberger Montes pulling it out right at closed out the dual with the end. That was a big vic­ Pennfield with pins at 215 tory for us, because that and 285 pounds respectively. sealed the win.” The 189 pound match Zack Rosenberger fol­ wasn’t the only one where lowed up by pinning Delton the Lions might have given Kellogg’s Devin Kallee 1 up a couple extra points to minute 14 seconds into the Pennfield. 285-pound match to finish Davis was wrestling well the dual as both teams had against Pennfield’s Austin voids at 103 pounds. Tuttle in the 125-pound The 215-pound match was match. The pair were tied 2­ one of just three to go six 2 heading into the second minutes in the Lions’ dual period. Davis chose the bot­ with Delton. The lone Lion tom position, but never got win came at 171 pounds, up. Tuttle pinned him at the Maple Valley 112-pounder Kodee Crouch (top) holds down Delton Kellogg’s where Travis Franks pulled 3:10 mark. In the 140-pound match, Christian Kapteyn during the first period of their match Wednesday at Delton Kellogg out a 4-0 decision against Hunter Chilton. An unsports­ Maple Valley’s Kenny High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) manlike conduct penalty in Christopher caught Ryan that match led the official to Hammer and turned him on 3:53 into the 135-pound pounds, Austin Creller fifth and Sam Bonney sixth. add one team point to the his shoulders to take an 8-0 match and Pixley win by forLions’ score. lead into the first period. feit at 145 pounds. .Pennfield led 6-0 with A locked-hands penalty in Christopher chose the top the final seconds prevented position, hoping to turn Kurtis Babcock starting the Delton Kellogg’s Jake Reed Hammer again in the second match with a forfeit win at 103 pounds. from scoring a major deci­ period, but Hammer scored a Pennfield and Delton sion over Maple Valley’s reversal and pinned Zach Pixley at 145 pounds, Christopher 31 seconds into Kellogg both finished the night with 3-3 KVA records. but Reed still managed an 8­ the second period. 1 win. Rosenberger, Crouch, Delton topped Olivet 58-24 The Lions also got first- Bement and Franks were the to start the evening while period pins from Kodee Lions who were 2-0 on the Olivet finished things off with a 37-36 win over the Crouch (112-pounds), day. Austin Davis (125) and Crouch scored a 2-0 victo- Eagles. Delton and Pennfield Rodney Bement (152), and a ry over Pennfield’s Taylor meet up in Battle Creek forfeit win by Cole Decker at Brown in the 112-pound Wednesday. Last Saturday, at the 189 pounds. bout. Bement pinned Decker and Davis lost a Pennfield’s Daries Miller Byron-Covert Tournament couple of tough matches in 2:47 into their 152-pound the Lion team had six the Lions’ dual with match. At 171 pounds, wrestlers make the champi­ Pennfield. Franks edged Nick Schwarz onship round and half of them take titles. Ricketts shouted from the 9-4. Rosenberger was the 285sideline for Decker to release In the dual with Pennfield, Pennfield’s Justin Parker at Maple Valley also had Dan pound champion, winning all the start of the third period of Langman pin Loren Coger three of his matches by pin. He stuck Howell’s Tanner Damaske 2:53 into their championship match. Pesina was the 215-pound champion, also scoring three pins including one of Grosse Pointe South’s Martinez Maple Valley’s Cole Decker (top) tries to hold down Bennerman 4:39 into their Pennfield’s Justin Parker during the second period of final round match. The Lions’ other champi- their 189-pound match Wednesday at Delton Kellogg on was Davis at 125 pounds. High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) He had three pins too, stick­ ing Howell’s Avery Yarbrough at the 2:32 mark of the final. 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The Panthers scored a ing the runner-up Lions by three-round total of 667.28 points, and the Lions were second at 658.70. Maple Valley had the best round one score ofthe day, a 214.2, but was edged by the Panthers in each of the last two rounds. The Lions would tack on a 173.70 in round two and a 270.8 in round three. Delton scored a 206.3 in round one, and was in third place behind the Lions and White Pigeon following that first round. Delton took the lead with a 186.26 in round two, and held onto that lead with a 274.4 in round three. White Pigeon finished third on the night with a score of 643.40, followed by Bronson 622.12, Schoolcraft 613.40 and Pennfield 522.60. Delton Kellogg also edged the Lions at last Saturday’s Lakewood Viking CheerFest. Host Lakewood, ranked fifth in the state in Division 3, put itself in with the Division 1 and 2 teams at its CheerFest Saturday. The Vikings won the upper division, and would Maple Valley High School has named Tommy Mudge from the varsity boys’ bas­ have won the lower division ketball team and Elizabeth Christianson from the varsity competitive cheer team its despite the presence of third ranked Ovid-Elsie. Athletes of the Week. Lakewood had the highest scores of the day in rounds one and three, and won the ATTENTION VERMONTVILLE upper Division title at its CheerFest with a final score VILLAGE RESIDENTS of 742.60. We have an opening on the Village Council. If you “ We had our highest are interested in fulfilling two years of this Council scores of the season in all seat please submit letter of intent to:^. The Maple Valley three rounds,” said PO Box K Wrestling Club defeated Lakewood head coach Kim Vermontville, Ml 49096 '^ Extended Grand Ledge 46-37 in its Martin. “We have had a or to the office Due To third Mid-Michigan Meat strong round one all season. Grinder dual of the season We needed to come out with 121 Eastside Drive Error Monday. by 12:00 p.m., February 15, 2013 better rounds two and three. Blake Paige, Jesse We performed well in round Brumm, Gaige Ertman, three, but still need some Gavin Bartley, Hogan work in round two. It’s nice McCleary, Anthony to see score sheets with 9s Williams, Anthony Riley and and above. That means we Andrew Taylor all came are executing and perform­ away with wins for the Maple ing well.” Valley team. Lakewood scored a 231.3 Maple Valley’s varsity competitive cheer team keeps upping its school­ record scores, but Delton Kellogg keeps staying one step ahead. Delton Kellogg won for the second time in the Maple Valley High names its Athletes of the Week Valley wins its dual with Grand Ledge PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville will hold a Public Hearing on February 14, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 203 N. Main. PURPOSE: To discuss the proposed budget for the 2013-2014 budget year. THE BUDGET BEING DISCUSSED IS BASED ON THE PROPERTY TAX MILL­ AGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED FOR THE SUMMER OF 2013. The 2013-14 budget will be voted on dur­ ing the regular Council Meeting to be held immediately after the Public Hearing. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. in round one, a 204.90 in round two and a 306.4 in round three. Those were the highest scores in each round in the upper division. “We have the ability, the girls just need to be confi­ dent in their abilities,” Martin said. “(Confidence) is what is holding us back in round two. It was nice to go up against the DI and D2 teams on Saturday and outscore them like we did.” Ovid-Elsie won the lower division championship with a score of 736.48, scoring a 214.4 in round one, a 222.18 06799959 COBBWEUMlUINt Call for Maple Valley classified ads Call 945-9554 orl-899-870-7985 to place your ad! (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. <1748 in round two and a 299.9 in round three. Behind Ovid-Elsie in the lower division, Delton Kellogg scored a 621.50, Maple Valley 620.60 and Belding 555.02. Delton Kellogg just edged its SMCCC rivals from Maple Valley, despite the Lions outscoring it in rounds one and three. The Panthers scored a 180.3 in round one, a 189.7 in round two and a 251.5 in round three. Maple Valley scored a 197.0 in round one, a 157.8 in round two and a 265.8 in round three. In the upper division standings behind Lakewood, Mason had a total score of 675.18, Hastings 673.60 and Grand Ledge 595.66. LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the con­ ditions of a mortgage made by MARK S.. WARNER, AN UNMAR­ RIED MAN, to FIFTH-THIRD MORTGAGE, Mortgagee, dated October 15, 2010, and recorded on October 19,2010, in Document No. 201010190009716, and re­ recorded on January 18, 2011 in Document No./Liber 201101180000572, and assigned by said mortgagee to MICHIGAN STATE HOUSING DEVELOP­ MENT AUTHORITY, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy Thousand Four Hundred Eight Dollars and Thirty-Five Cents ($70,408.35), including interest at 5.500% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage arid the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, At the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 01:00 PM o'clock, on February 21, 2013 Said premises are locat­ ed in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 9, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, BALTI­ MORE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 25 MIN­ UTES 47 SECONDS EAST, 436.00 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 54 SECONDS EAST, PARALLEL WITH THE EAST AND WEST 1 I 4 LINE OF SAID SECTION, 780.78 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGIN­ NING, THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 54 SEC­ ONDS EAST 220.00 FEET TO THE CENTERLINE OF M-37 HIGHWAY; THENCE NORTH 07 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 04 SEC­ ONDS WEST, 137.38 FEET ALONG SAID CENTERLINE; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 54 SECONDS WEST 220.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 07 DEGREES 58 MIN­ UTES 04 SECONDS EAST, 137.38 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless deter­ mined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. If the above referenced prop­ erty is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 600 of the Michigan' Compiled Laws, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mort­ gage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. MICHIGAN STATE HOUS­ ING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORI­ TY Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 USBW.001843 FHA (01-19)(02-09) 06801834 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on December 13,2007, by Clarence E. Service, a single man, as Mortgagor, given by him to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on December 20, 2007, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 20071220-0005387 and re-recorded on January 14,2008, in Instrument Number 20080114­ 0000420, Barry County Records, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated December 20, 2012, recorded on December 27, 201.2, in Instrument Number 2012­ 008569, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of One Hundred Twelve Thousand Six Hundred Seventy and 24/100 Dollars ($112,670.24); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, February 28,2013 at 1.00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Commencing at the North quarter post of Section 20, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, thence East along said Section line 850 feet; thence South 375 feet; thence West 850 feet; thence North 375 feet to the point of beginning. Except commencing at the Northwest comer of said parcel, thence East 334 feet; thence South 0 degrees 8 min­ utes East 210 feet, thence West 334 feet, thence North 0 degrees 8 minutes West 210 feet to the point of beginning. Commonly known address: 534 E. M43 Hwy, Hastings, Michigan 49058 Tax Parcel Number: 08-04-020-125­ 100-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: January 23, 2013 FOSTER,, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (01­ 26)(02-16) 06803708 �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, January 26,2013 — Page 7 Lions build big enough lead to hold on versus DK •im im m J*>&8S ‘J >L&w8Si Lwpi ‘ 2**bu‘MW Wb‘M iittt ZMT® *it i f» 7^ {llZT® ** {Mit *» 22S!' * • (I ®W Vfe J; U» ’WMteaifipii i *W ’ te HnW Mi »>fc aims •K -* "“ ■■ Uk. . ___ i jn an»aira‘|W ife taMmti ,-' aii^tate J” jattaeKtf rargita 5® roieS! ijs «* sastmf by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Consecutive three-pointers by Austin Gonser, Garrett Miller and Sam Benedict early in the third quarter final­ ly sparked the Lions Friday night. The three threes were a part of a 17-9 run in the third quar­ ter for the Maple Valley var­ sity boys’ basketball team, and the Lions went on to a 60­ 50 win over visiting Delton Kellogg. “Overall, we played one of the best games of basketball we played in a long time, just team basketball with every­ body doing their part,” said Lion head coach Christopher Ewing. He said his team switched up its defenses all evening long, with the 1-3-1 giving the Panthers some big trou­ bles. The Lions’ 1-3-1 forced four straight turnovers to help in the third quarter run. The Lions led just 13-11 at the end of the first quarter. They pushed that lead to 30­ 24 at the half. Zach Leinaar kept Delton Kellogg in the bailgame, pouring in 21 points to go with nine rebounds. Gonser had a huge allaround night for the Lions, with 14 points, 11 rebounds and four assists. The Lions did a goodjob of creating shots for each other and finding the open man. Micah Bromley and Garret Mater had five assists each Maple Valley’s Anthony Mahler drives past Delton Kellogg guard TJ Wooden durMaple Valley’s Garret Mater looks for a way to get a ing Friday night’s KVA contest at Maple Valley High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) shot around the outstretched arm of Delton Kellogg sophomore center Gary Egelkraut Friday. (Photo by rhythm and allowed Delton to Zach Meyers added 14 points all and 6-3 in the league. creep closer in the fourth and four assists. Gary Maple Valley’s contest at Perry Hardin quarter. The Panthers had the Egelkraut had six points and Hackett Catholic Central that and Benedict finished with Mudge added six points each. ball down 55-50 with a four blocked shots. Jeff was scheduled for Tuesday seven. Delton Kellogg threw a minute to play. Minehart chipped in six was postponed and will be Miller led the Lions in half-court trap at the Lions Mudge scored all six of his points as well. played Feb. 26. The Lions scoring with 15 points. late in the third quarter and in the fourth quarter to help Delton falls to 1-11 overall travel to Constantine this Bromley had ten, Benedict into the fourth which took the Lions hold onto their lead. and 1-9 in the KVA with the Tuesday, then will be home Behind Leinaar. for Dalton, loss. The Lions, are 8-jkoverT.-.against Parchment Friday. nine, and Mater and Tommy them out of their offensive Lion ladies cut into Delton Kellogg’s big lead late by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions didn’t have the inside presence to keep pace with Delton Kellogg’s senior center in the early stages Friday. Delton Kellogg’s varsity girls’ basketball team scored a 44-31 Kalamazoo Valley Association victory at Maple Valley High School, with Mallory Sewell leading the way with 17 points and six rebounds. She had ten points at the end of the first quarter, and her 12 points in the first half helped Delton take a 29­ 13 lead into the locker room. “She just came out and took over, which is kind of nice because she attacked the hoop, scored at the basket, and got fouled,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Mike Mohn. “That’s the Mai we all know and love. When she Qi 1 foajIMIl [JC-~j ItopMiU shl □Jr CMffcr&n W L" 7® f-jrijKnaisii SB ^fww* -f »« S “fe? ttfgaS 22» J*®* *J**g£®?**« »**£?*« tftei ;M"®« ;M®« plays like that, we’re a pretty good team.” Maple Valley head coach Landon Wilkes said his girls got a little more physical with Sewell after that first quarter, and that slowed her down a little bit - but not as much as Delton’s lead did. “We really didn’t have an answer for her in the begin­ g ” Wilkes said. ning, The one thing the Lions do •igl il g !&$! o <i<*W S**^&& Wi d dw Maple Valley’s Hanna Kyle (right) and Maggie Semrau team up to try and get the ball away from Delton Kellogg’s Sarah Rendon during the fourth quarter Friday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) is keep looking for answers though. They never stopped battling. Delton built a 20 point lead in the fourth quarter. Mike DK’s Christy Gonzalez puts a shot up over Maple Valley’s McKaily Bodenmuller (center) jand Olivia Ricketts (right) Friday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Mohn cleared his bench, but eventually had to put a couple starters back on the floor to make sure his team held on. “Wins, losses, it doesn’t matter. Ifyou’ve got kids battling that hard, that late in the game, with as few wins ass they have, that’s a good coach,” Mohn said of Wilkes. “My hats off to him and my hats offto those kids that he’s got. They’re a good group of kids too. Two of the nicer groups playing against each other tonight. That was kind of fun to be a part of.” Kristen Mohn added ten points for Delton Kellogg, Sarah Rendon seven and Rachel Parker and Brooke Martin had five points apiece. Hanna Kyle and McKaily Bodenmuller had seven points each for Maple Valley. Timara Burd chipped in six points and Emily Burkett had four. Maple Valley is now 1-11 overall this season and 1-9 in the KVA. Delton improves to 10-3 overall and 8-3 in the league. The Lions’ Tuesday night contest with Hackett Catholic Central was postponed, and has been rescheduled for Feb. 5. This week, the Maple Valley girls host Constantine Tuesday and Parchment Friday. �Page 8 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, January 26, 2013 Vermontville history: Dr. Charles S. Snell children. There he would stay, sometimes the entire night, holding and adminis­ tering to a gasping child or helping a new little life into the world, with perhaps no other aid than that rendered Dr. Charles S. Snell, a by the frantic husband. homeopathic physician, Doctor’s mere presence was a graduate of St. Louis brought healing and hope to Homeopathic College of anxiety-racked households. Although Old Doc’s Missouri in 1876, having several years of experience body was small, his soul in medicine in Whitefield, was gigantic. No drift was N. H., before locating in too deep, no winter’s gale too biting to keep him from Vermontville. He was village president answering a call. A bom several times and a member New Englander, he had the of the board of education a sturdy character and deter­ mined fighting endurance number of years. Dr. Snell was bom in of that pioneer stock. His dignity was tempered Charleston, Vt., in 1857, coming to Vermontville in with whimsical humor that 1878. He died in 1934, after never failed. Once, after practicing in Vermontville service, he said to his pas­ 55 years. — Submitted by tor, a twinkle in his eye, “We listened to a fine ser­ Kathryn Bosworth-Houck mon today; too bad you Thefollowing article, by couldn’t have heard it!” Such sense of humor, Carol Sprague, entitled “Old Doc S” waspublished such tranquility of spirit put fresh courage into all of us, in the Echo in 1936. When Dr. S. drove up to old and young. a farmhouse door in his cut­ Our town used to get all ter, faces brightened. worked up over homeopa­ Apple-cheeked, beaming, thy and allopathy. Dr. S. his carefully brushed suit was one of the few who hidden under a huge buffalo refrained from criticizing coat, he would stamp in those who differed from with a word of greeting for him in medicine, and his each member of the family tolerance extended to poli­ and special gifts for the tics and religion. True to his The following informa­ tion is taken from articles first published in the Vermontville Echo newspa­ per, which served the area from 1903 to 1967. own convictions always, he conceded to every man the right to his. City doctors probably wouldn’t consider Dr. S. a success. You see, he wasn’t businesslike. He wouldn’t dun his patients, so bills accumulated year by year. In addition to a little home off Main Street, his practice yielded him only a modest living. “They’ll pay when they get ‘round to it,” he would say, if a friend protested. So a while before he died, he called in his friend, the editor of our weekly. “Mac,” he said, “I’ve got a few papers here I’d like you to see me destroy. I don’t want anyone bothered with these old things after I’m gone.” Whereupon he took the sheaf of bills (the lot repre­ sented thousands of dollars) and burned them in the presence of and against the protest of the witness, who is also an officer ofthe law. He was leaving enough, he said, to take care of his responsibilities and to bury him, so the folks who couldn’t pay, well, he’d rather not have them both­ ered. “Never did like this dunning anyway,” he chuckled. That was our Doc. S. Doctor to speak to women’s club about Project Athena Adventure Dr. Karen E. May will be the guest speaker at the Vermontville Women’s Club meeting Monday, Feb. 4 at 7 p.m. May will be discussing her trek in the Grand Canyon last year. May, a chiropractor with a practice in Mason, was part of the Project Athena Adventure. The trek across the Grand Canyon and back is described as an unforget­ table and life-changing expe­ rience, where every step helps participants get one step closer to living their own adventurous dreams, said . club Vice President Eunice Borrelli in a press CURTAIN, continued from page 1 This detail of boats and the people in Naples, Italy, is part of the original curtain for the Vermontville Opera House. This photograph shows the curtain hanging at the Vermontville Opera House dur­ ing a public event. (Photo supplied by Jim Zemke). tion of the project and release. Kelsey is seeking grants to The meeting will be at the help with the costs. An initial Vermontville Methodist grant of $800 was procured Church. Membership is not from the Eaton County required to attend, and new Historical Commission in members are always wel- 2010 and is still available. come. Call Borrelli, 517- Lis estimated it would take 541-2359, for more informa­ six months to a year to tion. restore the curtain. Kelsey said Lis is putting together a proposal. The EdenPURE® Family of Heaters Starting at $197 Ted Snodgrass, (left) Nancy Lis and Doug Kelsey dis­ cuss the fate of the opera house curtain as conservator Jennifer Lis cleans a small section. Free snowmobile safety class offered •N EFFICIENT INSAFE N COST-EFFECTIVE Stop in today and talk with one of our knowledgeable sales associates. HOMETOWN ■' « Try an EdenPURE® Heater today and you could raise your comfort level while J LUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. lowering your heating costs. 06803720 219 S. State in Nashville * 517-852-0882 _____www.hometownlumber.com The Eaton County Sheriff’s office will teach a free snowmobile safety class; Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 11 and 12. The class will be from 6 to 8 p.m., for a total of four hours of instruction. There is no charge for the class and participants must be at least 12 years of age to attend. The class will be in the sheriff5 s office training room at 1025 Independence Blvd, in Charlotte. To enroll or for more information, call Jerri Nesbitt 517-543-5257. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-02-02.pdf dfc6dabef8a2df49b54d7d41593e6f84 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLE Y news IMTHNGS PUBUC UBRMW J27E<STSWeST Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 5, February 2, 2013 A local paper oftoday! Michigan Court of Appeals upholds McDowell’s decision Case involved Nashville man The Michigan Court of Appeals has upheld a 2011 ruling made by Barry County Circuit Judge Amy McDowell concerning a medical marijuana transfer between patients. The court confirmed the ruling Tuesday, Jan. 29, in a case against Tony Allen Green, a registered medical marijuana patient living in Nashville, who gave a small amount ofmedical marijuana to another registered patient at no cost. Green was arrest­ ed on controlled substance charges but, on Dec. 22, 2011, McDowell dismissed the case, finding Green had simply engaged in the “med­ ical use” of marijuana under the Michigan Medical Marijuana Act. McDowell ruled the plain language of the MMMA entitled the defendant to the presumption of medical use, a presumption the prosecu­ tion failed to rebut. Medical use, according to McDowell, includes the uncompensated transfer of medical marijua­ na for the alleviation of pain. McDowell rejected the prosecution’s claim that transfers can only occur in a patient/caregiver relation­ ship. The Barry County Prosecutor at the time, Tom Evans, then sought an appeal, stating there is no immunity in the state law for patient-to-patient transfers of medical marijuana. The prosecution contend­ ed that medical use is between a caregiver and patient, and is not medical use if between one patient and another. In its ruling Tuesday, the Court of Appeals said an uncompensated transfer is not a sale of marijuana, and the plain language of the MMMA does not place any restrictions on between patients. Based on Michigan Medical Marijuana Act's definition of medical use and sale, there's nothing illegal about a medical marijuana user providing a small amount of medicine to another registered user at no cost. News from BUGS Charlotte and Jim Price, parents of Dr. Amy Beck of Hastings, came with their extended family to Kellogg School in Nashville to paint the hallways over the holidays. The Price family seeks to establish a tradition of giving back. Mike Meade and Tim Rugg are part of the team assembling garden beds at Kellogg School in Nashville. The beds are located behind the school in the area that once housed portable classrooms. Sustainability, a non-profit organization housed in Kellogg School in Nashville, received a gift over the Christmas and New Year holiday. “The Price family came from far and wide and gave of their time, talent and love ,” said Rose Heaton, co­ director of BUGS. Heaton first learned of the family’s desire to give through an email she had received. The en masse email said a group of 21 peo­ ple wanted to do a communi­ ty service painting project in the Nashville area. Heaton jumped at the offer, made the arrangements and gathered the paint, brushes and rollers the group would need. “Some came as far as Traverse City ... ” said Heaton. “This is so cool. It is a family tradition. They know they’re blessed and everyone’s not.” The Price family mem­ bers, aged 10 and up, had hallways painted on both levels in three hours. Members of the Price family came from as far as “A great big thank you to Traverse City to paint the halls at Kellogg School over Dr. Amy Beck and her entire the holidays. The family painted the hallways on both family,” said Heaton. “ Also thank you to Hometown floors in three hours. by Shari Carney StaffWriter Maple Valley’s Building Unlimited Growth and Lumber for all their help and Dave Murphy for the tarps and expert advice. Stop by and check out our beautiful chalk green walls.” BUGS community gar­ dens are taking shape too. The raised garden beds were assembled at Maple Valley High School by mem­ bers of Jeff Seavolt’s build­ ing trades classes. The beds were transported from the high school to Kellogg School Saturday Jan. 12. Pennock Foundation bought the materials, Gary White and several volunteers helped get the site ready, Chris Ewing designed the beds, Roger Trowbridge brought a flat bed and truck to haul them and a team comprised of Heaton, Mike Meade, Abe French, Tim Rugg and BUGS co-director Amy Jo Kinyon assembled the beds. Mounds of mulch and black dirt are piled next to the awaiting future garden spot behind Kellogg School in the area that once housed portable classrooms. Plans are aligning to offer a farmers market on the Kellogg School property this coming season. Robber pulls gun on Assyria Township woman Michigan State Police are asking for help investigat­ ing an armed robbery that occurred Tuesday, Jan. 29. An elderly woman living on Baseline Road in Assyria Township reported a man going to her door twice, the second time displaying a handgun and demanding money. The woman gave the thief an undisclosed amount of money, and he left in a red or maroon fourdoor car, possibly a Ford. The woman was unharmed. She described the man as 40 to 50 years old, Caucasian, between 5 feet, 10 inches to six feet, two inches tall with a medium to heavy build. He was wear­ ing dark clothing and a stocking cap. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Klotz or Trooper Sharrar, 269-792-2213; or Barry County Silent Observer 800-310-9031. In This Issue Turning box tops into cash; over $2000 raised at Fuller Elementary College Goal Sunday set to help seniors Maple Valley wrestling team wins its final conference dual Falcons get 21 points from Parsons in win over Lions �Page 2 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, February 2,2013 Turning box tops into cash Angela Remsing, aka The Box Top Lady, recently presented a check for $2,394 to officers, Carrie Hopkins (left) and Kristy Lincoln, of the Fuller Street Parent Teacher Organization. The money was earned from redeeming box tops. Each box top is worth 10 cents. The traveling trophy for most box tops collected is currently in possession of Matt Powers’ fourth grade class at Fuller Street Elementary. The Box Tops For Education program has yielded big rewards for the Fuller Street Parent Teacher Organization said Angela Remsing who coordinates the campaign. Remsing recently presented Vice President Kristi Lincoln and Treasurer Carrie Hopkins, officers of the PTO, with a check for $2,394. “I have been the Box Top Lady for a year and a half now and set this year’s goal at $5,000, the most our school has ever made,” said Remsing in a press release. “ I am proud to say that we are 47% there!” Students bring in box tops throughout the year. Occasionally, there is contest as an added incentive, said Remsing. Students also compete for a traveling trophy. The class that collects the most during a contest gets the trophy until the next contest. The most recent traveling trophy win­ ners are Matt Powers’ fourth grade class. Remsing is trying to get collection boxes placed around the villages and also a mailbox positioned outside at Fuller Street for collec­ tions during summer break. Money earned is used to fund many things but the biggest one is the end ofyear field trips, said Remsing. Each box top equals 10 cents, which adds up quickly said Remsing. Just inside the main front entrance at Fuller is “a huge drop box” for the box tops. This past summer, Remsing attended Box Top University in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She along with other coordinators learned about the program. “I also was able to earn for the school around 500 extra Box Tops, several incentive Saturday Nite Specials ~ Tilapia w/Wild Rice ~ Roast Pork & i Dressing Country Kettle Cafe . Saturday thru*Thursday 4 Dinners to choosefrom 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Home Cookin’ at its Best! Includes potato, vegetable, roll, soup and salad bar & dessert prizes for the students as well as three Box Top ban­ ners,” said Remsing. Currently, Fuller Street Elementary is ranked the fifth highest-earning school within a 25 mile radius and is beating out some schools from Grand Rapids and Battle Creek, said Remsing who added “ ... which is very impressive since they are much bigger than our school.” Fuller Street is 68th out of 3,201 schools in Michigan. Besides collecting box tops there are other ways to con­ tribute said Remsing such as to create an account at www.boxtops4education.co m. The site has videos, con­ tests, games, printable coupons and a marketplace to shop. “The marketplace has hundreds of stores. It is just like shopping on a store’s normal website but you get discounts and also earn box tops for each dollar spent,” said Remsing. “On behalf of the Fuller Street PTO and myself, I would like to thank the com­ munity for all its support with this program. We get people who mail them to the school as well as to my house,” said Remsing. For more information on the box top program contact Remsing by email at a_remsing@yahoo.com. Box tops may be mailed to: Angela Remsing, 341 N. Ionia Road, Vermontville MI 49096. t06604124 । Now Scheduling Appointments MAPLEWVALLEY Accounting and Tax, LLC Jill Vanderhoef, Enrolled Agent • Tracy Janousek, Registered Tax Retain Preparer 8870 Valley Hwy., Vermontville, MI 517-852-1500 The IRS does not endorse any particular individual tax return preparer. For more information on tax return preparers go to IRS.gov We Specialize in: • Individual Taxes • Farm Taxes • Small Business Taxes • Bookkeeping Angela Remsing (right) attended Box Top U in Minneapolis last summer to increase profitability of the box top refund program. Remsing took her sister Lydia Romzek (left) with her to the seminar. Man assaults wife after neighbor dispute A neighbor dispute between two men erupted Jan. 22 on Thomapple Lake Road, and deputies were called to handle the com­ plaint. Reportedly, one neighbor complained the garbage building up around his neighbor’s house was now blowing into his yard. He told deputies he had picked up the garbage and brought it back to his neighbor’s yard. Later, the man observed his neighbor driving across his yard which upset him. The man stated he went over to the neighbor’s house and asked them not to drive on his yard and considered the matter over. About 15 minutes later, reported the man, his neigh­ bor came racing into the driveway and started aggres­ sively yelling and waving his arms. Reportedly, the neigh­ bor then swung at him and then pushed him in the chest with both hands inciting him to fight, and his wife then called 911. When deputies went next door to question the 29-yearold Nashville man, they found a domestic violence situation in progress and the man was hitting a woman. Deputies entered the home to find a woman laying on the floor with a man on top of her. The woman had only a sweatshirt on and was curled up in a fetal position as the man hit her with a closed fist. A deputy drew his weapon and ordered the man of the woman and to keep his hands visible. Deputies reported a dog running aggressively at them from the back bedroom. The dog was allegedly barking wildly and showing its teeth. A deputy shot the dog twice, killing the dog before it harmed an officer. The man was then hand­ cuffed and, upon standing, deputies noticed his pants were unzipped and were falling down. The second deputy pulled up the man’s pants and the subject was transported to a patrol vehi­ cle. The man was visibly intoxicated and his breatha­ lyzer reading registered .20 percent. Once the man was secured, the woman was asked to put some clothes on and she picked up pajama bottoms which had one leg ripped off and several other rips. She told deputies she had been wearing the pajamas prior to the assault. Once dressed, the woman stated she and the man were simply wrestling and sometimes they play rough. When confronted with the evidence deputies had observed, the woman began to cry and would answer no more questions. Her breatha­ lyzer test registered .17 per­ cent. The man was transport­ ed to the Barry County Jail on charges of domestic vio­ lence. A charge of criminal sexual conduct is also being sought against the man. The case is pending review by the Barry County Prosecutor. HASTINGS 4 ASLrI™ TY 269-205-4900 Dawntawa Hastings state st t ^|{|J GQTI.com ant* on Facebook BARGAIN twilight A□■ Ur .UnUn 0AllY 4:00-6:00 * excludes Digital 30 Q No passes PM (S) Stadium Seating SHOWTIMES 2/2-2/7 LEWIS & CLARK: GREAT JOURNEY WEST TUE.2/5 4:00,5:15,6:30,7:45 O® WARM BODIES (PG-13) SAT-SUN 12:00,2:20,4:40,7:00,9:30 MON-TH 4:40,7:00,9:30 O® 30 HANSEL AND GRETEL WITCH HUNTERS(R) S2.so nrrnuH pcs 30 ncm DAILY 4:30,9:40 O® HANSEL AND GRETEL: WITCH HUHTERS(R) SAT-SUN 11:50,2:10,7:10 MON-TH 7:10 ZERO DARK THIRTY (R) SAT-SUN 11:30,2:40,6:05,9.20 MON, WED-TH 6:05,9:20 TUE 9:20 MAMA (PG-13) SAT-SUN 11:40,2:00,420,6:50,9:10 MON-TH 4:20,6:50,9:10 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, February 2, 2013 — Page 3 Fuller Street Elementary students perform Christmas play in January Lions Club welcomes new members The Vermontville Lions Club added three new members at its regular meeting Tuesday, Jan. 22, (from left), Gary Goris, Deb and Mark Siple. President Greg Szymanski said each new member was sponsored by an existing Lion. The Vermontville club has three married couples as members with more spouses joining, said Szymanski. If interested in joining the club members must be over 18 years of age, live, work or worship in the Vermontville area and desire to help in the community. The Revue hosting audition workshop tomorrow for little Mermaid Jr/ U! ® 41 TestKiii iaH nta nit W'iii'Tite KX rqn /k !jaris®®> .r (*»■•* tinfcblW 1*0 *4“^ **‘*S ■ eft _ jt< J swliaiSS^ The Revue will hold an optional workshop Sunday, Feb. 3, from 1 to 4 p.m. for children interested in audi­ tioning for its upcoming chil­ dren’s theater production of “Disney’s Little Mermaid Jr.” The workshop will take place at the Main Street Theatre, 301 N. Main St., Nashville. Children in grades four through eight are invited to attend the workshop to learn more about the show. During the three-hour session, the kids will learn a song from the show that will be used at auditions, get tips on how to have a good audition and will also take part in improv­ isational drama games. There is no charge for the work­ shop. Continuing our new tradi­ tion of offering audition workshops, we are pleased to provide this opportunity to kids interested in our pro­ gram,” said Hollie Auten, director of Disney’s “Little Mermaid Jr.” “The workshop is not mandatory, but rather, a fun way to introduce the kids to the show and get them comfortable with the process to ease their nerves.” In addition, Auten said that a portion of the under­ sea creatures in the cast will be on Heely-style roller skates and children will have an opportunity at the work­ shop to try out the skates. Only those with the most control will be allowed to use them during the perform­ ance, she said. “If you have your own skates of this type, bring them to the workshop,” said Auten. Auditions for “Disney’s Little Mermaid Jr.” will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, for students in grades six to eight and Wednesday, Feb. 20, for those in grades four to six at the Main Street Theatre. Third graders are welcome to audition for the experience, but eligible grades will be considered to fill roles first. Families with children whose auditions fall on both days can bring them all on one day, said Auten, and those who cannot attend on their scheduled day may audition the other day. Any questions regarding the workshop or auditions for “Disney’s Little Mermaid Jr.” should be directed to Auten by calling 517-285­ 4037 or sending an email to therevue 1 @yahoo.com. Hogan Hillard as Bob Humbug sings "Wouldn't You Be A Grump" during the pro­ duction of “Bob Humbug the Christmas Grump.” Because illness struck Fuller Street Elementary before the Christmas holidays the production of "Bob Humbug the Christmas Grump. But, in true show business “the show must go on” fashion, first grade students in Tammi King’s class perthe show formed Wednesday, Jan. 23. The play is about an elf, Bob Humbug, who hates his job. Humbug is in charge of putting all of the broken toys in the broken toy dump. All ofthe other elves were happy and busy making toys, but Bob was grumpy, grouchy, and unpleasant. One day, Merry Mouse and Holly Cat were running in the work­ shop and pulled a wire loose, which caused the toy making machines to stop. This caused great grief, because the toys would not be ready for Santa to deliver. Bob got an idea and asked the mouse and cat to help him. They painted, hammered, glued, and sewed until they fixed all of the broken toys and Santa had toys to deliver. Everyone learned some­ thing in the end. The other elves learned that broken things should be fixed and not thrown away. Merry Mouse and Holly Cat learned that chasing should only be done outside and Santa put Bob Humbug in charge of fixing broken toys and that made him smile every Christmas. Dog licenses need renewing Attention dog owners: it’s time to think about renewing Eaton County dog licenses. Dogs aged four months or older must be licensed annu­ ally as required by state law to protect the public’s health, safety, and welfare, and to protect livestock and poultry from damage by dogs. Dogs must wear a collar with an identification tag unless the dog is engaged in lawful hunting activities with its owner. Owners should apply by June 1 to avoid late payment fees and can apply online to save time and gas money. The license fee is $ 15. For spayed or neutered dogs, the license fee is $10. If a dog is aquired after July 1, or turns four months of age after June 1, the fee is $7.50, reduced to $5 for spayed or neutered. Leader dogs or dogs in serv­ ice training are required to have a license but there is no fee. If there is a new owner, the license will transfer with the dog, at no additional cost. The fees increase to $30 after the deadline. Unlicensed dogs carry a fine of $115 for *»» *»»*%»* » » Qiana s cPvace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 a first offense. Dog licenses can be pur­ chased through most city, village, or township treasur­ er’s offices until March 1 (Delta Township year-long); through the county treasurer’s office in Charlotte from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; or at the Eaton County Animal Control Shelter at 756 Courthouse Drive in Charlotte from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. daily. Applications can be down­ loaded at www.eatoncountytreasurer.org and should be mailed with: • A valid rabies vaccina­ tion from a licensed veteri­ narian. • Proof of spaying or neu­ tering (if applicable). • A lf-addressed, stamped return envelope Mail to: Eaton County 1045 treasurer, Blvd., Independence Charlotte, 48813. Hogan Hillard (from left) as Bob Humbug, Marissa Wagner as Holly Cat and Lilly Faurot as Merry Mouse sing "Great Idea" during the production of "Bob Humbug the Christmas Grump. Call269-945-9554forMaple ValievNews ails Cool Looks Valentine's Day is February 14th 28% Off with all products & styling tools Come check oufc qua, neu/look... WE ARE ©PEN DURING CONSTRUCTION 207 N. Main St., Nashville 517-852-0313 Foryour convenience, please use back entrance �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, February 2,2013 Robert Henry Betts, Sr, NASHVILLE, MI Robert Henry Betts, Sr., age 90, of Nashville, passed away at home on January 25, 2013. He was bom June 29,1922 in Nashville, the son of the late Charles and Cecile (Zuschnitt) Betts. He attend­ ed Nashville Kellogg Schools, graduating in 1941. He attended Grand Valley Junior College, studying aitplane mechanics. He then entered the Army on December 3, 1941, serving in World War II. He was wounded in Europe and received a Purple Heart before being honorably dis­ charged in 1945. He married Dorothy Hickok on December 31, 1942. They took up resi­ dence in Spring Lake, where he worked as a plumber at Blitz Plumbing for nine years. They moved back to Nashville in 1959 where Robert took over his father’s plumbing and heating busi­ ness until retirement. He was a master woodworker, making beautiful furniture for family and friends. He enjoyed hunting, fish­ ing, mushroom hunting and watching the Detroit Tigers. He was well known for his drives to visit dear friends. Robert was preceded in death by his sister, Doris White of California. He will be sadly missed by his wife, Dorothy, of 70 years; children, Dennis (Beth) Betts of Ionia, Robert Jr. (Rebecca) Betts of Vermontville, and Diane (Larry) Winegar of Palmetto, FL; grandchildren, Cally (Tim) Redder, Tiffany Winegar, Trista (Nick) Parisian, and Tara (Santiago) Martinez; and great-grand­ children Lila Redder and Conrad Martinez. At Robert’s request, there will be no memorial service. Arrangements have been entrusted to Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville, Mi. Please visit our website at danielsfuneralhome.net for further details. Robert E. Oaster NASHVILLE, MI Robert E. Oaster was bom on April 19, 1928 and died Thursday, January 31, 2013 at the age of 84. He lived in the same home all of his married life on a small farm south of Nashville, for 64 1/2 years. He is survived by his wife, Mary Jane Oaster and his children, Becky Stark, Barb and Dave Dipert, John and Nilene Oaster, Nancy and Jeff Swift and Laurie & Bill Oaster; 12 grandchildren and spouses; 30 great grandchil­ dren; a brother, Roland and Marilyn Oaster; a sister, Mary Lee Terpening; and numerous family and friends. Preceding him in death were his father and mother (Cleon and Lena); a sister, Roberta; and granddaughter­ in-law, Missy Stark. He was employed by Post Cereal in Battle Creek, E.W. Bliss in Hastings, and had his own livestock trucking business, He espe­ cially enjoyed the many years of farming with horses and his John Deere tractor. He spent time coon hunting and deer hunting. He loved sharing stories with family and friends. There will be a memorial service open house on Saturday, February 9, 2013 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Vermontville Bible Church located at 250 N. Main St. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit our website www.danielsfuneralhome.ne t at for further details. Matthew Scott named Lions Student of the Month Matthew Scott, with his parents Bradley and Janet Scott, receives the Student of the Month Award at the January meeting of the Vermontville Lions Club. Matthew was referred by teacher and FFA advisor Aaron Saari. “Matthew is one of the hard­ est working students I have ever seen. He has a great work ethic and attitude. He is a great role model for other students. In FFA he has held many positions and competed in many contests. This year he serves as chapter Vice President. He has competed in several FFA contests including: job interview, state tractor driving, agricultural mechanics and crop judging.” Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Feb. 4 Baked chicken leg Qtr., mashed potatoes and gravy, glazed carrots, tropical fruit, bread pudding. Tuesday, Feb. 5 Tilapia, wild rice, broccoli, coleslaw, applesauce. Wednesday, Feb. 6 Swedish meatballs with noodles, mixed vegetables, cauliflower, banana. Thursday, Feb. 7 Chicken noodle soup, turkey and Swiss, tossed salad, sliced pears, bread. Friday, Feb. 8 Meatloaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, stewed tomatoes, orange, dinner roll. rus sections. Thursday, Feb. 7 Egg salad, coleslaw, tropi­ cal fruit, bun. Friday, Feb. 8 Chicken Caesar salad, pasta salad, Mandarin oranges, crackers. Birthday Party. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, Feb. 5 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6 Hastings: Music with Sam; Nails; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton: Reminiscence; Blood Pressure Checks 11 a.m. Woodland - Sing-a-Long. Thursday, Feb. 7 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 a.m. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, Feb. 8 - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad 10 a.m. Woodland: Visiting; Sing-a­ Long. Nashville Mini Massage 11 a.m. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Feb. 4 Baked chicken,mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, bread pudding, apple­ sauce. Tuesday, Feb. 5 Tilapia, wild rice, peas and crackers, broccoli, plums. Wednesday, Feb. 6 Swedish meatballs with noodles, mixed vegetables, cauliflower, banana. Thursday, Feb. 7 Sweet and dour chicken with rice, Italian blend, veg­ Home Delivered etables, apple crisp, granola Cold Menu bar. Monday, Feb. 4 Friday, Feb. 8 Cottage cheese, com and Meatloaf, mashed potatoes black bean salad, peaches. and gravy, stewed tomatoes, Tuesday, Feb. 5 orange, granola bar. Italian pasta salad, carrot Activities Calendar Jack Anthony Wagner, 29, raisin salad, applesauce, Monday, Feb. 4 crackers. Hastings: Mini Massage 9- ofNashville was sentenced in 12; Card Making 10 a m.; Barry County Circuit Court Wednesday, Feb. 6 Sliced ham and cheddar BYOG; TV Strings; Painting Jan. 24 for operating maincheese, three bean salad, cit- with Bob 1 p.m.; February taining a laboratory involv­ ing methamphetamines. Judge Amy McDowell ordered Wagner to serve nine months in jail, with credit for 58 days served. Wagner was ordered to pay $1,948 in court assessments and serve Barry County Extension Calendar of Events 36 months on probation. The last three months of his jail Feb. 2 Preparing the Pleasure Horse Clinic, 11 a.m., time will be suspended pend­ MSU Pavilion. ing successful completion of Feb. 4 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 probation. Wagner must pay p.m., Pro Auto in Hastings. $100 a month toward court Feb. 7 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. assessments and participate Feb. 16 Somethingfor Everyone!, 8:30 a.m., Barry in drug court. Charges of Community Enrichment Center. operating maintaining a lab Feb. 20 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Barry near specified places, operat­ Community Enrichment Center. ing maintaining a laboratory Feb. 21 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. involving methamphetaFeb. 25 Rabbit Mandatory Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel mines, and possession of Episcopal Church in Hastings. methamphetamines were all Feb. 26 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 dropped be the Barry County p.m., Pro Auto in Hastings. Prosecutor. COURT NEWS 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 s (517)852-9712 06799907 Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager Call for Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554or 1-800-870-7085 CALENDAR OF EVENTS �Just Say ’As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, February 2,2013 — Page 5 Strength of community recognized at annual chamber dinner The distinctive ambiance of the Yarrow Lodge and Golf Club provided the set­ ting for the annual Barry County Chamber of Commerce dinner and award ceremony Saturday evening. More than 120 members and guests celebrated the strength of the community by recognizing 2012 award winners and nominees in a variety of economic develop­ ment areas. Chief among the evening’s honors was the Athena Young Professional Award presented to Nashville’s own Shauna Swantek, director of the Putnam District Library. “This is the one night each year that we pause to truly Saturday’s annual Barry County Chamber of Commerce and Economic celebrate what makes our chamber and our communi- Development Alliance Dinner attracts more than 120 members and guests to Yarrow ties stronger, our members,” Lodge and Golf Club near Bedford. says Valerie Byrnes, presi­ dent of the Barry County every $100 spent stays in the Delton, with the help of CEO Nominees: Arts and Eats Chamber of Commerce and community, as opposed to a Jeff Chapman and State Rep. Tour, Charlton Park Historic Economic Development non-locally owned business Michael Callton, from the Village and Museum, Alliance. “Celebrating where $43 stays in the com- Edward Lowe Company. Gilmore Car Museum, achievements through this munity,” Byrnes told Byrnes Awards presented on Hastings Fiber Glass awards program is a hum­ Saturday’s audience. “So the Saturday included: Products. bling and inspiring moment dollars start to add up. If, this • Chamber Champion • Chamber Member of the for our board, for our mem­ year, everyone over the age Award Randy Hart, Year — Carl Schoessel. bership committee and most of 18 would consciously Diamond Propane. certainly for me.” shift just $20 to spend local• Visionary Community In addition to presenting ly, we would realize over $4 Leadership — Barry awards and nomination hon­ million in increased spend­ Community Foundation. ors for a number of individu­ ing in our county. • 2012 Athena Leadership als, businesses and nonprofit “Most would think that a — Rebecca Fleury. groups, Byrnes also used the mere $20 wouldn’t matter, • 2012 Athena Young evening to extol 2012 high­ but it adds up if you use the Professional — Shauna lights, most especially the multiplier of all ofthe spendSwantek. The eighth annual winter Barry Bucks program. ing that takes place. So, with • Brick Award The program, which that knowledge, I ask you to Bradford White Corporation. reading program at the Township began in 2008, is a mentis by support local businesses so Nominees: Barry Vermontville Library will begin Feb. 5, which consumers purchase that we can keep our eco­ Community Foundation, certificates for use with area nomic growth strong.” ChemQuest Inc., Gilmore and continue until March 20. The program, Eliminate merchants. In 2012, Byrnes Bymes also pointed out Car Museum, Hastings reported, $50,000 Barry several other recent develop- Radio Shack, Hop Head Cabin Fever, will inspire Bucks were sold, bringing ments suggesting the grow- Farms LLC, Johnson and patrons age 16 and over to the total program to ing strength of Barry Associates, Pennock Health read books in several genres, $220,000. Byrnes cited County, including last sum­ Services-Baum Health and incorporate reading into research showing that pro­ mer’s Gus Macker basketball Center, Pennock Health grams like Barry Bucks are tournament which was rec- Center-Gun Lake Medical powerful local economy ognized with that organiza- Facility, Sign and Drive Rent incentives. tion’s “Rookie Community a Car. “When consumers choose of the Year Award” and the • Distinctive Destination a local firm over a large 2012 “Company to Watch Award — Walldorff and Bistro. national company, $73 of Award” won by Keltech of Brewpub Shauna Swantek (left), Putnam District Library direc­ tor, is honored as the 2013 Athena Young Professional. She accepts her award from last year’s winner, Megan Lavell. Winter reading begins at the Vermontville Township Library fefaath hwCWsllu htai-SwliB M [.sa BJ- th L* Daffi^ufe ■ 1 L: WM ‘.nA ® js Ml’te Mi :j5slii:fe It c qwi Wi1'^ K other activities throughout the program, said Director Carla Rumsey. Each book read or activi­ ty completed will earn a “log” toward building a cabin. Each log will be entered into a drawing for prizes. Local merchants and community organizations have donated prizes for the program. Registration is not required, and patrons can begin reading Tuesday, Feb. 5. More information is avail­ able on the website vmtlib.michlibrary.org. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads Id' LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES if I* jjjltf^’ s <*■ <*■& I A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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................................. 7 301 Fuller St, Nashville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship............. ........ 11 a.m. .......... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship..................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service .......... 6:45 p.m. . . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 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) 0 CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 66 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 Service 11: 00...................................... Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service.................................... 11 a P.M. Service 6p Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship............................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School ...................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service............................... 11:15 P.M. Service...................................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH . W.orship . 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 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. M-79 West 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................... 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .. .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship..................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517)852-9154 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. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, February 2,2013 Maple Valley wrestling team wins its final conference dual Matt Reid and Dan Langman got a couple of big pins in the middle weights as the Maple Valley varsity wrestling team closed out the season of Kalamazoo Valley Association duals with a win at Olivet Wednesday. The Lions scored a 42-39 victory over the rival Eagles. Maple Valley wrestlers only won three matches all night long on the mat. Reid stuck Olivet’s Tyler Houck 1 minute 37 seconds into the 130-pound match. Langman followed that up by pinning Brad Stein in 1:44 at 135 pounds. Rodney Bement added a pin for the Lions in the 160pound match, sticking Cody Frisbie in 25 seconds. “We moved some kids around and had some sur­ prising wins from kids we didn’t really count on,” said Maple Valley coach Tony Wawiemia. “Our kids are sick, but they fought real well and didn’t lose a big rivalry match.” Kodee Crouch at 112 pounds, Hunter Sebastian at 119, Travis Franks at 171 and Diego Pesina at 215 pounds scored forfeit wins for the Lions’ other 24 points. The only match that lasted six minutes was at 152 pounds, where the Eagles’ Dylan Sinclair edged Zach Pixley 11-9. Preston Schlee at 125 pounds, Austin Loyd at 140, Corey Huffman at 189 and Jared Calkins at 285 pounds all scored pins for the Eagles. 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The Lions will face Belding in the opening round at 6 p.m., while Lakewood is taking on Portland in the other district Matt Powers, fourth grade teacher at Fuller Street Elementary (top left), and Susan semifinal. The two winners Morris (top right) from Subway in Nashville, teamed up to present Blizzard of Books. will then meet for the district Readers were awarded a free Subway kids meal for completion of a reading log. championship. Last Saturday, the Lions finished 13th at the 16-team Bill Evans Tournament at Battle Creek Central High School. Pesina had the top finish for the Lions, placing third at 215 pounds. He had four pins on the day. Zack Rosenberger was fourth at first grades: 300 minutes or inspired with the idea after by Shari Carney 285 pounds, scoring two pins an Eaton about 10 minutes per day; attending Staff Writer and pulling out an 11-10 Intermediate School District Subway restaurant recent­ second and third grades: decision against Bronson’s ly partnered with Fuller 500 minutes, approximately workshop where a chart Skyler Riker. The Lion team also had Street Elementary to offer 16 minutes per day; fourth depicted students that read Kodee Crouch sixth at 112 Blizzard of Books, a reading and fifth grades: 700 min­ books for 21.2 minutes per pounds and Cole Decker incentive program for stu­ utes; about 23 minutes per day and other text such as: magazines, signs, websites, dents at the school. The offer day. eighth at 189 pounds. The purpose was to devel­ for 33.4 minutes per day Battle Creek Lake view was for “super readers” to took the day’s championship, earn a free Subway kids meal op a daily, independent read­ score in the 90th percentile ing habit which has proven on standardized tests like the with Bronson second and by logging minutes. “The goal is to encourage to raise student performance, MEAP. Battle Creek Central third. Powers credited his peers. independent reading with our said Powers. “All of the teachers at Preschool, kindergarten students as a brain-healthy, daily routine and then reward and first graders had the Fuller Street strongly advo­ that effort with a healthy option of reading or being cate for reading in and out of meal,” said Matt Powers, read to by an adult. Being school hours,” said Powers. In Memoriam fouth grade teacher and coor­ read to and reading are total­ “This was an opportunity to dinator for the program. ly different experiences. All reinforce and to remotivate HAPPY 3RD BIRTHDAY Powers approached Susan other students needed to read students and families to read IN HEAVEN Morris from Subway back in for their designated time. To at home.” Koeli (Koeli Carole-Hillard) December with the idea. At last count, 54 students qualify for Blizzard ofBooks 2/3/2010-5/11/2010 The following require­ the reading was to occur out­ earned the free kids meal. Not a day goes by that we ments by grade level were: side of school hours. Powers anticipates more will don't think of you. preschool, kindergarten and follow. Powers said he was You are missed and loved by your family. Until we meet again my precious KOKO BUG. You are in good hands with Jesus. Love, Grandma Kathy It’s a Blizzard of Books in January THANK YOU The family of Harold L. Stewart would like to thank everyone for their prayers, cards, flowers, plants, food and other expressions of sympathy during our loss. Thank you also for your generous contributions to the Alzheimer's Association and the Barry County Adult Day Care. A special thank you to Pray Funeral Home's family and staff as well as Pastor Jeffery Swift for his kind words and compassion, Cathy Bennett for preparing the funeral luncheon, and the VFW for hosting the luncheon. We especially thank the staff at the VA Medical Center in Battle Creek who all gave compassionate care, love and respect for the last several years for Harold. 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Makayla Parsons had 21 points and 13 rebounds to lead the Falcons, while Emily Schrock chipped in seven points. The Lions didn’t do a very good job of keeping passes out of Parsons’ hands in the post, or of stopping her from attacking with her left hand. The Falcons led by one entering the fourth quarter, then went on a 14-8 run in the final eight minutes to close out the win. The Lions had the basket­ ball within four points with about 50 seconds left, but got called for an offensive foul. The Falcons hit a few free throws down the stretch to seal the win. “We didn’t quit. We played all the way to the end,” Wilkes said. Maple Valley got 10 points from Timara Burd, eight from Hanna Kyle and five from Alexis LaMance. The Lions have a crazy week ahead. Their contest with Parchment Friday was postponed. They will play the Panthers Monday at home at 7 p.m. Tuesday the Lion JV will take on Hackett Catholic Central at 4 p.m. with the varsity girls’ game to follow. That varsity girls’ game will then be followed by the varsity boys’ team’s make-up with Parchment. Maple Valley boys win by 22 on road against Constantine Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ basketball team improved to 9-3 overall and 7-3 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association with a win at Constantine Tuesday. The Lions topped the Falcons 59-37. A 15-6 second quarter run put the Lions in control of the ball game. Tommy Mudge led the Lions with 14 points. Troy Allen and Micah Bromley had 12 points each. Mike Harris had 11 points and four assists for the Falcons. The Lions’ contest with Parchment Friday night was postponed. It will be made up Tuesday, following the varsity girls’ basketball team’s contest with Hackett Catholic Central. Maple Valley’s boys head to Kalamazoo Christian Friday. �I Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, February 2,2013 — Page Friends group planning 90& anniversary At their meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 29, members of The Friends of Putnam District Library discussed plans to celebrate the 90th Anniversary of the library. The Friends are seeking 90 members to assist with projects such as Lyrics on the Lawn, book sale, gift basket sale, and festival of trees. The Friends meet four times a year at 6:30 p.m. at the library. Upcoming meetings are scheduled for April 23, July 23 and Oct. 22. Artists are being sought to paint a chair as a fundraiser to be held during Art on the Lawn, held in conjuction with the annu­ al Father’s Day car show on June 15. For more infor­ mation on the chair fundraiser contact Angie Walker at 269-838-1675 or fit4mom@gmail.com. To join the Friends group contact the library at 517-852-9723. Michigan beef herds at a crossroads sfj 5Si ‘^2S; a^Si at^ -C J**! ^-Kalsar-. ■fa: OHEia’tj;.;;. catTc fa' •na- saitsisi t ni ito. jtai (Mib1’11 afftil jjiey HfkW sj® pomB fiw I®’ r*fc tjdtfaW1 jntallol* rsm Deli®*1’ a tai ®i itai^ r rU *n* lijhdta^ iai «fip ■ L^c01 >* I Pr< w rrLw>; w$> ; ut I w I\L ? « ’. f/ L« rL« , The strong competition for farmland and the increased profitability of raising com, soybeans and other crops is causing many beef cow/calf herd owners in Michigan to ponder their future. To address the issue of turning cow/calfpastures into cropland, the Michigan State University beef team will offer “Feeding Michigan’s Beef Cow Herd in 2013 and a Beyond,” two-part Michigan State University Extension series, at three locations. The series will address various feed alterna­ tives for beef cow/calf herds and look at the economics of each. Sessions run from 7 to 9 p.m. on the following dates: Feb. 11 and 18, Kettunen Center, Tustin. Feb. 12 and 19, Gratiot/Isabella RESD Administrative Building, Ithaca. Feb. 13 and 20, MDARD Center, Atlanta. A live Internet webinar feed will also be available to producers across the state. “When a grain farmer will offer $100 per acre or more to rent the land to raise com or soybeans, it is hard for a cow/calf producer to ignore the offer,” said Jerry Lindquist, MSU Extension educator. “There is less risk for the landowner in renting, the return is almost the same, and the owner is not tied to the farm daily to keep a man­ agement eye on animals. Because of this, plows were turning under pastureland and hayfields across Michigan this fall with the intent ofchasing $7 com next spring.” Lindquist believes there is still a bright future for Michigan beef producers. Feeder calf producers will have to make changes in their operations to realize more profits, but the future looks promising over the next few years for those who do, he said. “First, we must realize that some of that pasture and hay land is not suited for tillage,” Lindquist said. “Some of it is sloped and highly erodible, and some of it is on very wet, untilled soils. Those acres are best kept in sod.” To register for “Feeding Michigan’s Beef Cow Herd in 2013 and Beyond,” visit bit.ly/feedbeef2013 or call beef team member Phil Durst, 989-345-0692, or Jerry Lindquist, 231-832-6139. Happy Vafent/nas Dayl Nana and papa Give custom photo Valentines this year! up to 30 Less for larger quantities! e the best. y.E^andR°*ie' NEW! Happy Valentine’s Dsy Valentine ’s Day Cut-Apart Valentines as low as N# eachh Customized cards are also great for: Birthdays • Special Events • Announcements • Invitations • Moving Notices 1351 N.Br -43) Hastings 269.945.9105 Open Mo 0 - 5:30 Saturday by appointment �Page 8 - Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, February 2,2013 Memories of the Past Local man remembers Dr. Brown This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Feb. 1,1983. In our most recent “This Week in Nashville History” column, published as a Memories ofthe Past on Jan. 18, 1983, there appeared a photo of Dr. C.K. Brown. OPTIMAL MEDICAL STAFFING IMMEDIATE OPENINGS: RN/LPN PRIVATE DUTY Nashville area 5 Trach/Vent Experience | Preferred | FT/PT - NIGHTS Please email resume to: recniiter@ODtimalstaffing.com or fax to: 517-394-7716 Respected as a citizen, esteemed as a physician, Dr. C.K. Brown was beloved by the Nashville which mourned his untimely death at age 47. Boyhood memo­ ries by Keith Mead recall the doctor as a handsome, pleasant man who moved quickly and whistled as he worked. Brown is seen in a mid-1920s photo outside his North Main Street office. The Brown family lived in the house seen in the background. HELP WANTED Looking for LOCAL ROUTE DRIVER Must have a CDL with a minimum of BX Classification. Knowledge of local roads and minimum of 2 years experience a plus. Send resume to HELP WANTED P.O. BOX 400 NASHVILLE, MI 49073 The picture was used in conjunction with a 1926 news item which told of Brown’s return to Nashville in midJanuary to re-establish his practice here after a six month stay in Lansing. Brown, who grew up in Oklahoma and acquired his education there and in Illinois, first came to Nashville in 1916 and, except for the brief Lansing stay, practiced here continu­ ously until his sudden death in December 1929 at age 47. 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Morris, who assisted in the 1928 tonsil­ lectomy on Keith Mead, served the Nashville Community for 60 years after his arrival in 1898, fresh from internship in Chicago. A native of Lenawee County, Dr. Morris was Barry County’s oldest practicing physician when he retired in 1958. The photo of Dr. Brown prompted a recollection by Keith Mead of Hastings, whose writings about his late friend Irving Charlton are currently being published as a weekly series in the Hastings Banner. Mr. Mead kindly offered to write the following reminiscence about Dr. Brown for publica­ tion in our column. We sin­ cerely appreciate this contri­ bution and hope our readers will enjoy sharing Mead’s memories of Nashville’s popular, young physician. At the conclusion we have added the News account of Dr. Brown’s passing. My memories of Dr. Carl K. Brown by Keith C. Mead As I saw the photo of Dr. Brown standing on the steps of his office, I recalled the days he was our family doc­ tor. I remember him as being a very handsome, neat, quick-moving man, who whistled as he worked. He was a very kind and pleasant man. Dr. Brown attended my birth on July 27, 1919, in the house on the east side of the road of the curve at Stony Point Comers. My father is Edwin Mead and my mother was Charlotte Main Mead. 1921. My baby brother fol­ lowed her in about six weeks. My great-grandmother Mary Mead and her son Charles took care of me until late 1921 when great-uncle Charley married Cora E. Cope of Clare. She was a strict Free Methodist, and I was “coached” by her until my father remarried in 1929. I escaped diphtheria and scarlet fever which were veiy rampant and often fatal in the late 1800s and early 1920s. In about 1924, Dr. Brown and others went to the various country schools and gave shots for diphtheria, I believe called toxin-antitox­ in. I was plagued with tonsil­ litis every winter and, in 1928, Dr. Brown and Dr. E.T. Morris came to Uncle Charley’s and put a sheet on the kitchen table and I got up on it and laid down. Dr. Morris gave me ether and Dr. Brown removed my tonsils and adenoids. When I awoke I was in the kitchen bedroom. So different than today. During those years, when Dr. Brown would come to treat me or others of the family, I was fascinated by all the colorful pills he kept in his large carrying case. I remember he had black, wavy, rather curly hair, and was always “sharp” looking. My wife, Fem Oaks Mead, was going to Castleton Center School then and, while playing, got her finger badly smashed and out ofjoint between a plank and a stone used as a “teeter board.” June Brumm Irland (later Nesbit) was the teacher then and Dr. Brown finally got word of (the accident) and came out and treated Fem. Though it healed okay, he had some doubts as to full recovery for normal use of it at that time. Those are just a few mem­ ories of that fine man, doctor and friend. Everyone was very, very saddened by his early death. Dr. Stewart Lofdahl then Dr. C.K. Brown died suddenly at Ann Arbor The whole community was shocked Wednesday morning to learn that Dr. C.K. Brown, one of Nashville’s beloved and respected physicians and cit­ izens had suddenly passed away at an Ann Arbor hospi­ tal, death coming at 9:30 Tuesday night following a day in which the doctor was felt to be well on the road to recovery. Dr. Brown had gone to the University of Michigan hos­ pital on Armistice Day to undergo a course of treat­ ment for a serious malady which, to the casual observ­ er, was unnoticeable, but which was evident to him­ self. Two weeks ago he underwent an operation and his recovery was so rapid that it was believed he would be home within a few days. Mrs. Brown had spent most of the past week at the hospital and on Tuesday afternoon she returned home reporting that he felt so much improved and happy with the thought ofreturning home so soon. He shaved himself, eaten well, laughed and talked throughout the day. However, a relapse was suf­ fered Tuesday night resulting in his death at 9:30 o’clock. Dr. Brown was bom April 24, 1881, a son of Mahala and William Brown, in Martinsville, Ind. Early in life he moved with his par­ ents to Oklahoma, where he grew to manhood. Working his own way through school he attended and graduated from the Norman, Okla., University and the Illinois College of Medicine, gradu­ ating from the latter in 1914. In 1916 he came to Nashville and, with the exception of six months spent in Lansing, had been continuously prac­ ticing his profession here since. Aug. 1, 1916, the doctor was united in marriage to Miss Bessie Lofdahl, of Continued next page �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, February 2,2013 — Page 9 College Goal Sunday set to help seniors sJ'h^JN Darrin Carpenter, Lily Braden, and Taylor Carpenter enjoy Garfield cupcakes. Cleo the library cat turns 5 Storytime dates announced M’s'% Cleo Page Turner, resident cat of Putnam District Library, celebrated her fifth birthday with a party thrown in her honor on Saturday, Jan. 26. Nearly 30 patrons, young and old, attended the festivities and enjoyed books, crafts, lasagna, pizza and cupcakes, said Director Shauna Swantek. Kids made Garfield masks or learned how to make a comic strips. Kids and adults had storytime and music. A highlight was jamming on air instruments to “Cat Scratch Fever.” A guessing contest was held to see how many kitty treats were in a jar. Holly Carpenter’s guess of 187 was the closest to the actual number of 180. Carpenter won a prize ba g with a Garfield coloring book, crayons, a whoopee cushion, rubber mice, and of course, lasagna. Volunteers provided party treats, including pizza donat­ ed by Bear’s Den Party Store. “The library staff (and Cleo) appreciate the litter, food, treats, and toys that party attendees brought,” said Swantek. Patrons youn g and old also put coins in Cleo’s kitty bank to help pay for her care. No library funds are ever used to care for the library cat. Storytime for children F’« J'-k?’®5® **** i?! Vfer u». Vf ®i ^W.-. -J?;*1* -J?; r*',,*^1 ’•W !kt raui, iElik. Ikhhlpttik Wk iwiAtetufe '®* Mihrtt ■Q. btSigedtl Mfr nai®akkhitMlte Et» lIMSife'S • 41 iCUWSlte kwii rfTwwbpk MI jot 3P2l>p!^ um 'iJfli totnttW R xintiffiiss' tgtk tk UiSt"^ fdf df KSti^^SJ lHb! io^iliii1^ todi^ gta £:■ >* !Lk J*>^dk! >d M* 5i^*J^ ■ 5*^ J J ii* ^Li^jj w £< *« * ■ ^ "^r *.:!* $ I .i# ( :^>7 :^> Chicago, and to this union were bom two children, Carl, age 12 and Jean, age 9, (all of whom survived)... Fraternally Dr. Brown was a member of Nashville Lodge No. 255 Free and Accepted Masons and other Masonic bodies and Ivy Lodge, No. 27, Knights of Pythias, in each of which he was a highly valued and beloved brother. He had also served the village in an offi­ cial capacity, with a term as village councilman and as a date of birth. The PIN is to identify the person as some­ one who has the right to access personal information on the FAFSA. A parent who electronical­ ly signs the FAFSA needs their own PIN. If more than one child is attending col­ lege, the same PIN may be used. Information on the PIN was taken in part from www.pin.ed.gov. One parent will need to apply for a PIN, as the FAFSA requires student and parent PINs, said Chapman. Students and parents who file taxes for 2012 should bring tax documents also, said Chapman. “Even if a person has not filed their taxes before College Goal Sunday they are still encouraged to attend and fill out what they can,” said Chapman. “Estimated numbers can be entered in the tax portions and re­ entered later.” Parents of students who Call 269-945-9554 for Maule Valley Nows ads Hansbarqer are not seniors are encour­ aged to attend to become acquainted with the process. Students from surrounding areas such as Hastings, Delton, Thomapple Kellogg and Lake Odessa are wel­ come to attend also. There will be a prize draw­ ing for seniors who do attend the event, said Chapman and they will also have a chance to win a $1,000 scholarship, iPad Mini, or gift cards from Michigan College Goal. “We're focused on build­ ing a college-going culture here in the Valley,” said Chapman. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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Preschool parents should mark Friday, March 22 on the calendar as that is when Curious George will visit at 11 a.m. For more informa­ tion about the library's pro­ grams visit the library page on Facebook or online at www.putnamlib.org. MEMORIES, continued from previous page * *!> by Shari Carney Staff Writer The staff at Maple Valley High School, in conjunction with Navigate College Access, will host College Goal Sunday on Feb. 10 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Maple Valley High School comput­ er lab. An important focus of the session will be the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form, a require­ ment for determining qualifi­ cation for federal financial aid programs. Representatives from Olivet College’s financial aid department, will be on hand to answer questions, as will be counselor Dawn Yager and college advisor Michael Chapman from Maple Valley High School. It is advisable that seniors have a PIN beforehand, said Chapman. A PIN is a four digit number used in combi­ nation with the filer’s social security number, name, and member of the board of edu­ cation ... While not affiliated with any church yet, Dr. Brown possessed religious convic­ tions which proved the valu­ ation he placed upon things spiritual ... in his own quiet manner he lived a Christian life in his ministrations to the sick and afflicted with a patience and sympathy which could only be consid­ ered worthy ... The loss of Dr. Brown will be sorely felt by his commu- nity. Respected as a citizen, esteemed for his expert knowledge of his profession, loved as a fellowman, his memory will be cherished in many a household where his presence has eased the afflic­ tion of illness and a cheerful word has encouraged others in the battle toward recovery. The family has the kindest sympathy of a host of friends who grieve with them in their loss.” (517) 726-0088 517-490-1287 10076 0076 NASHVILLE NASHVILLE HWY. 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GRAND RIVER • IONIA < 616 527*2169 i; KITCHEN HOURS: MONDAY-THURSDAY 11AM-10PM • FRIDAY-SATURDAY 11AM-11PM - ____________ OPEN SUNDAY 10:00 AM • 9:00 PM_ �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, February 2,2013 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on April 23, 1996, by David C. Wingeier and Nancy M. Wingeier, husband and wife, and Ronald D. Berg and Carolyn P. Berg, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on April 25,1996, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Liber 658, Page 131, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated July 20, 2012, recorded on July 26, 2012, in Instrument Number 2012­ 002579, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Fifty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Five and 48/100 Dollars ($53,605.48); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said mentioned Mortgage and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF ORANGEVILLE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Commencing at the Southwest corner of the Northeast quarter of the Northeast quarter of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, running thence Northerly 450 feet along the East one-eighth line of said Section 9; thence Easterly 10 feet at right angles; thence Northerly 232 feet parallel with said East one-eighth line for the true place of beginning; thence continuing Northerly 232 feet par­ allel with said East one-eighth line; thence Southeasterly to a point in the centerline of Lindsey Road which lies 779 feet Northeasterly from the intersec­ tion of said centerline and the North one-eighth line of said Section 9; thence Southwesterly 220 feet along the centerline; thence Northwesterly to the place of beginning, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan. Commonly known as: 5180 Lindsey Road, Delton, Michigan 49046 Parcel Number: 08-11-009-013-75 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: January 30, 2013 FOS­ TER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (0202) (02-23) 06804094 Vermontville 100 years of history -1836 to 1936 William Gehman. Gehman had a daughter, Miriam Ross, a step-son Earl This begins a series of Gehman and step-daughter writings from Vermontville Eliza Emery. Gehman died 100 Years of History 1836 to Dec. 31, 1963 at the age of 1936. Juliette L. Gehman 89. Not as much is known of (co-author) was born March 30, 1874 in Kalamo Jennie E. Martin. An obitulocated in the Township. Gehman was the ary Vermontville Township daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew McCarty and wife of Library scrapbook Vol. 9, by Juliette L. Gehman and Jennie E. Martin page 168 said she died at the age of 66. Martin was mar­ ried to Garnet W. Martin. Amid the rapidly changing conditions of our present day life, it is wise to take a back­ ward look now and then, and consider beginnings — beginnings which have led, through the passing of many years to what we call “our modem day” with all that term may signify. When a town like Vermontville has passed through more than a century of growth it is especially appropriate to spend a little time with its early history SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE thereby refreshing the mem­ P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COL- FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & ory, of those who can per­ LECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA­ SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY sonally recall, days of auld OBTAINED lang syne, and giving those USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. INFORMATION BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ PLEASE CONTACT OUR WILL POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR who know not the past OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF OFFICE AT THE NUMBER knowledge of the fine and YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN splendid heritage bequeathed DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. us by our forefathers. Default has been made in the con­ DEFAULT having been made in ditions of a mortgage made by the conditions of a certain The settlement of MARK S.. WARNER, AN UNMAR­ Mortgage made on December Michigan began little more RIED MAN, to FIFTH-THIRD 13,2007, by Clarence E. Service, MORTGAGE, Mortgagee, dated a single man, as Mortgagor, than one hundred years ago, October 15, 2010, and recorded given by him to MainStreet and except at a few points on October 19,2010, in Document Savings Bank, FSB, whose connected with frontier mili­ No. 201010190009716, and re­ address is 629 West State Street, tary activities, the number of Michigan 49058, as recorded on January 18, 2011 in Hastings, Mortgagee, and recorded on Michigan post offices in Document No./Liber December 20, 2007, in the office 1828 was officially listed as 201101180000572, and assigned of the Register of Deeds for Barry by said mortgagee to MICHIGAN County, Michigan, in Instrument nine. STATE HOUSING DEVELOP­ Number 20071220-0005387 and After that year settlement MENT AUTHORITY, as assigned, re-recorded on January 14,2008, increased so that in 1831 the Barry County Records, Michigan, in Instrument Number 20080114­ on which mortgage there is 0000420, Barry County Records, list had increased to sixty. claimed to be due at the date which mortgage was assigned to The first step in opening Bank by an hereof the sum of Seventy Commercial Michigan to settlers was the Thousand Four Hundred Eight Assignment of Mortgage dated December 20, 2012, recorded on extinguishment of the Indian Dollars and Thirty-Five Cents 27, 2012, in title, and a large tract of land ($70,408.35), including interest at December Number 2012­ 5.500% per annum. Under the Instrument 008569, Barry County Records, which included all of Eaton power of sale contained in said on which Mortgage there is County, was ceded to the mortgage and the statute in such claimed to be due and unpaid, as case made and provided, notice is of the date of this Notice, the sum government in 1819 by the hereby given that said mortgage of One Hundred Twelve treaty of Saginaw, made with will be foreclosed by a sale of the Thousand Six Hundred Seventy the Chippewas. LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, At the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 01:00 PM o'clock, on February 21, 2013 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 9, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, BALTI­ MORE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 25 MIN­ UTES 47 SECONDS EAST, 436.00 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 54 SECONDS EAST, PARALLEL WITH THE EAST AND WEST 1 / 4 LINE OF SAID SECTION, 780.78 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGIN­ NING, THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 54 SEC­ ONDS EAST 220.00 FEET TO THE CENTERLINE OF M-37 HIGHWAY; THENCE NORTH 07 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 04 SEC­ ONDS WEST, 137.38 FEET ALONG SAID CENTERLINE; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 54 SECONDS WEST 220.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 07 DEGREES 58 MIN­ UTES 04 SECONDS EAST, 137.38 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless deter­ mined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. If the above referenced erty is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 600 of the Michigan Compiled Laws, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. MICHIGAN STATE HOUS­ ING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORI­ TY Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 USBW.001843 FHA (01-19) (02-09) 6801834 and 24/100 Dollars ($112,670.24); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, February 28, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Commencing at the North quarter post of Section 20, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, thence East along said Section line 850 feet; thence South 375 feet; thence West 850 feet; thence North 375 feet to the point of beginning. Except commencing at the Northwest comer of said parcel, thence East 334 feet; thence South 0 degrees 8 min­ utes East 210 feet, thence West 334 feet, thence North 0 degrees 8 minutes West 210 feet to the point of beginning. Commonly known address: 534 E. M43 Hwy, Hastings, Michigan 49058 Tax Parcel Number: 08-04-020-125­ 100-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: January 23, 2013 FOS­ TER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (01­ 26) (02-16) 06803708 Rules and regulations of Union Colony and rigidly observe the Holy Sabbath, neither laboring ourselves nor permitting our children or workmen or beasts to desecrate this day of rest by any kind of labor or recreation. 8. As ardent spirits have invariably probed the bane of every community into which they have been introduced, we solemnly pledge our­ selves that we will neither buy, nor sell, nor use this article, except for medical purposes, and we will use all lawful means to keep it utter­ ly out of the settlement. 9. As we must necessarily endure many of those trails and privations which are incident to a settlement in a new country, we agree that we will do all in our power to befriend each other; we will esteem it not only a duty, but a privalege to sympathise with each other under all our trails, to do good and lend, hoping for nothing again, and to assist each other on all necessary occasions. Wheras, The enjoyment of the ordinances and institu­ tions of the Gospel is in a great measure unknown in many parts of the western country; and Wheras, We believe that a pious and devoted emigra­ tion is to be one of the most efficient means, in the hands of God, in removing the moral darkness which hangs over a great portion of the valley ofthe Mississippi; and Wheras, We believe that a removal to the west may be a means of promoting our tem­ poral interest, and we trust be made subservient to the advancement of Christ’s Kingdom; We do therefore, form ourselves into an association or colony with the design of removing into some parts of the western country which These basic declarations shall hereafter be designated and agree to bind ourselves clearly set forth the secular to observe the following and religious purposes of the Vermontville Colonists and rules: 1. The association or express the New England colony shall be known by the ideas of more than one hun­ appellation or name of “The dred years ago. For the historical data con­ Union Colony.” tained in these articles 2. The Colony shall con­ acknowledgement is made of sist of those only who shall be admitted through a com­ the use of the pamphlet mittee appointed for that pur­ “Vermontville Colony” by pose and will subscribe their Hon. E. W. Barber; written names to the articles arid in 1887. compact adopted by the Colony. 3. We hereby agree to make our arrangements for a The removal as soon as our cir­ COBB WELL DRILLING Vermontville cumstances will permit — if REPAIR possible, some time during • 7 Day Service colony the summer of fall of the • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps present year — 1836. • 2" - 5" Well Drilling and Repair In the autumn of 1835, 4. We agree, when we 30 Years Experience Rev. Sylvester Cochrane, A have arrived in the Western Estimates Available Congregational minister of Country, to locate ourselves, 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd.. East Poultney, Vermont, if possible, in the same Vermontville came to Michigan with the neighborhood with each Richard Cobb intention of locating a per­ other and to form ourselves David Cobb manent home. into such and religious privi­ Ml Lie. #1748 He learned after his leges which we leave behind. arrival, that settlements were 5. In order to accomplish PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: so small and families so scat­ this object, we solemly All real estate advertising in this news­ tered that no group was large pledge ourselves to do all paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which enough to maintain a school that is in our power to carry collectively make it illegal to advertise or religions organization, with us the institutions of the “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, therefore he returned to Gospel, to support them with handicap, familial status, national origin, Vermont and spent the win­ the means which God has age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or ter in an endeavor to interest given us, and to hand them discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with those who desired removal to down to our children. parents or legal custodians, pregnant the West, meanwhile work­ 6. We do also agree that, women and people securing custody of children under 18. ing out a plan for a colony. for the benefit of bur chil­ This newspaper will not knowingly Several meetings were dren and the rising genera­ accept any advertising for real estate is in violation of the law. Our held, Mr. Cochrane’s plan tion, we will endeavor, so far which readers are hereby informed that all approved and steps taken to as possible; to carry with and dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity provide for a group emigra­ perpetuate among us the basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. tion to the territory of same literary privilages that The HUD toll-free telephone number for Michigan. On March 27, we are permitted here to the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 1836, the Constitution of the enjoy. Union Colony was adopted, 7. We do also pledge our­ which document is now on selves that we will strictly 06799959 record in the office of the Register of Deeds of Eaton County. | ATTENTION VERMONTVILLE This declaration is unique VILLAGE RESIDENTS of its kind for so far as can be learned, no other New We have an opening on the Village Council. If you England Colony has ever are interested in fulfilling two years of this Council been organized on such a seat please submit letter of intent plan or had a similar begin­ PO Box K ning. Vermontville, Ml 49096 -^ Extende Vermontville stands alone or to the office Due To and this “Constitution” is 121 Eastside Drive Error , here reproduced as a matter by 12:00 p.m., February 15, 2013 of interest to all. A opportuhItv �dual Say ’As Adv^rtsed in fie Made Vafey News’ Sefcertey, February 2. 2013 — Page 11 HEART-SMART RECIPES ating for heart health u actually caver and more delicious than you might (think When you have a gpod plan and plenty of mouthwatering recipe*, you’ll enjoy taking care of your heart According to the FDA, diets rich in whole gram food* and other plant foods, and km in *a turn fed fat and cholesterol. may help reduce the risk of heart disease Here arc uxnc tips to help you make these kinds of heart-smart choices ■ Choose leaner cuts of meat You can find plenty of delicious options such as skin­ less chicken, lean pork and beef. And you can make smart substitution*. too diet I at plenty of different colored of a healthy, low-sodium diet, to produce for variety and a w ider range - use ground turkey instead of maintain a healthy heart, reduce the ground beef to make meatloaf or nek of heart disease, and support of health benefits burgers c v en leaner healthy blood pressure level* 1he*c ■ Enjoy more whole grams Whole recipes arc a great start to adding Add fruits and veggies to every meal grains add carhohy drate* for energy, more whole grams and they ’re Strawberries in yogurt, blueberries fiber to fill you up. and nutrients *o good, you might forget they arc on a salad, carrots and hummus as a important for good health And. heart smart snack, roasted sweet potatoes with according Io a recent national survey. 4 out of 5 doctors recom­ Get more tips and heart smart recipes at dinner it’s easier than you think to mend Post Shredded Wheat as part add nutnent-dense produce Co your www PostShreddcdWheat.com Apple Crisp Grab ’n Go Peanut Butter Bars Total Time: 65 minutes Makes 6 servings 5 cups peeled apple slice* 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar, divided tablespoon lemon juice tablespoon tapioca teaspoon ground cinnamon 11/2 cups Post Original Shredded Wheat Spoon Size Cereal, finely crushed 1/4 cup (1/2 stick} margarine, melted Preheat oven to 35O°F. Mix apples. 14 cup sugar, lemon juice, tapioca and cinna­ mon in large bowl. Let stand 10 minutes. To make topping, stir crushed cereal, remaining I 4 cup sugar and margarine in medium bowl until well blended Spread apple mixture in ungreased I L'2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with cereal topping. Bake for 45 minutes or until topping is browned and apples arc tender when pierced with fork. Total Time: 10 minutes Makes 16 servings (I bar per serving) 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/2 cup honey 1/2 cup reduced fat peanut butter 3 cups Post Original Shredded Wheat Spoon Size Cereal, coarsely crushed 3/4 cup raisins Mix sugar, honey and peanut butter in large mu row av able bow l. Microwave on high I 1/2 to 2 minutes or until bubbly at edge; stir until well blended. Stir in cereal and raisins Press firmly into 8-inch square pan sprayed with cooking spray. Cool. Cut into ban. Store in airtight container. Take Along Tip: After completely cooled, wrap bars individ­ ually in plastic wrap Leave in bowl on kitchen counter for a great grab-and-go snack. Savory' Meatloaf Total Time: 65 minutes Makes. 16 servings (I slice per serving) 1 3/4 cups flour I cup Post Original Shredded Wheat Spoon Size Cereal, finely crushed I teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup (1 stick) margarine Banana Bread Total Time: 75 minutes Makes: 12 servings eggs cup milk pounds lean ground beef biscuits Post Original Shredded Wheat Cereal, crushed can (8 ounces) stewed tomatoes, undrained medium onion, chopped cup chopped green pepper teaspoons Worcestershire sauce teaspoons salt teaspoon ground black pepper Preheat oven to 375°E Beat eggs and milk in large bowl with wire whisk until well blended. Add remaining ingredients: mix well. Shape meat mixture into oval loaf in shallow’ baking pan. Bake I hour or until cooked through (l60°Fj. Variation: Prepare as directed, using fat-free milk and substituting 1/2 cup cholesterol-free egg product for the eggs and 2 pounds thawed frozen ground turkey for the ground beef. 2 egg* 1/4 cup fat-free milk 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 large bananas) Preheat oven to 35O°F. Mix flour, cereal, spice, baking powder and baking soda in medium bowl; set aside. Beat sugar and margarine in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add eggs; mix well. Add flour mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Blend in bananas. Pour into greased 9x5-mch loaf pan. Bake I hour to I hour 5 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes on wire rack; remove from pan. Cool completely. Special Extra: Toast the bread slices and top each with a scoop of vanilla or chocolate sorbet and a drizzle of strawberry sauce for a different kind of banana split. �Page 12 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, February 2, 2013 Habitat for Humanity expanding home improvement programs, NACC learns by Shari Carney Staff Writer Habitat for Humanity — known for putting up new homes with the help of vol­ unteers and the recipient low-income families is expanding its mission to repair and renovate existing homes. That was the message delivered Monday, Jan. 21, by Barry County Habitat for Humanity Executive Director Cindy Preston when she addressed the Nashville Area Citizens Coalition. Preston said the traditional Habitat for Humanity mis­ sion was to build homes for displaced families. The organization has expanded to include revitalization proj­ ects and has partnered with Valspar, a paint company, which will provide paint. “Our goal is to help people who want to help them­ selves,” said Preston. Partnering with organiza­ tions such as NACC — a grass roots group formed in Nashville in 2012 to improve the community — helps to improve neighborhoods, said Preston. “Nashville needs loving care — it is a great commu­ nity,” she said. During a question-andanswer period, NACC Chair Shirley Dexter asked if homeowners would need to go through a screening process to be eligible for services. Preston said a formal selection committee often works with community sub­ groups, such as NACC, and with area churches. As for who is eligible, Preston said rental properties are not considered. The rea­ sons for this have come from trial and error. Unfortunately, she said, rental units were repaired only to have tenants find their rents raised. “This defeated the whole purpose,” said Preston. Habitat for Humanity is interested in empowering and enabling people by hav­ ing homeowners invested in the project. “Skin in the game — time on the project — creates a partner in learning,” said Preston, who summed it up by saying “sweat equity mat­ ters.” Preston said another pro­ gram available to homeown­ ers is Barry County Home Repairs directed by Marilyn Smith. Unlike Habitat for Humanity, which is support­ ed with private funds, BC Home Repairs is govern­ ment-funded. Michigan State Housing Development Authority is the source ofthe funding, up to $35,000 per home, said Preston. Money is available to qualifying homeowners for a variety ofhome repairs, such as roofing and windows. NACC will have a board meeting in February to con­ tinue discussion on targeting an area in Nashville to focus on improvement. The board includes Dexter, Sandy Lundquist, vice-chair; Rosie Murphy, treasurer; LeeAnn Dunkelberger, secretary; Jerry Schray, Marcia Scramlin and Duska Brumm. In other business, Denny Shaver announced that, after five years of coordinating events surrounding the car show, he is retiring. Scramlin agreed to take over, with Shaver offering to consult. Scramlin said that was a con­ dition of her accepting the position. Lundquist said a profes­ sional examination of the community building did find Cindy Preston, executive director of Barry County Habitat for Humanity, speaks to the Nashville Area Citizens Coalition about programs available to homeowners in Nashville. Preston (from left) presents information as Shirley Dexter, Rosie Murphy and Sandy Lundquist look on. black mold. A 26-page report has been prepared and is under review by the Nashville Village Council Parks, Buildings and Grounds Committee. Lundquist said estimates were suggested for cleaning up the mold and for selling the building as is. For more information on Habitat for Humanity, call Preston, 269-948-9939. For more information on Barry County Home Repair, call Smith, 734-341-1866. The next NACC meeting will be Monday, Feb. 18, at 7 p.m. at Kellogg School. The public is welcome. Lego Club inspires creativity at Vermontville Library Twelve members gathered to build a variety of projects out of Legos that went on display at the Vermontville Township Library Saturday, Jan. 19. Made possible by a recent grant and generous dona- tions from library patrons, the club allows an abundance of Lego possibilities for members to create. Meeting on the third Saturday of each month for approximately 90 minutes, the Lego Club starts con- structing at 10 a.m. New members may join at any time. No registration is required. More information is available at vmtlib.michlibrary.org. Ml 7?»e World Leader in Specialty Building Products. "Innovation is our most valuable asset" ARMSTRONG CEILING TILE DRY MIX CRETE AMOUCA'S CABfCTMAKER* PRE-HUNG STEEL DOORS lCoEgrj=H=- permadoor VISA PLYWOOD-LUMBER n.Conic .oomnec.to gafl PLUMBING SUPPLIES FIBERGLASS INSULATION !IXlJohns Manville Ihometow 3 LUMBER & HARDWAR HARDWARE 219 S. State in Nashville * 852-0882 www.HometownLumber.com The first meeting of the recently formed Legos Club was Saturday, Jan. 19 at Vermontville Township Library. Members are (from left) Dominik and Kyra Stephens, Zhanna Reid, Hazilyn Reid, Athena, Nathaniel and Isaac Crane. pROPAH> TANKS FILLED, HERE> Monday L. J. Rogers intently studies how to add a hitch to the tractor at the Lego Club that meets the third Saturday of the month at Vermontville Township Llbary. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-02-09.pdf 90e6f0393db4f0f3dc077e949e7d7e45 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC UBBARY 227 EAST STATE ST RASTIKG&.M 49058 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 6, February 9, 2013 Jenna Burns, parent advocate for special needs children and families by Shari Carney Staff Writer Jenna Burns represents Maple Valley Schools as a member ofthe parent adviso­ ry committee for special­ needs families with the Eaton Intermediate School District “My purpose is to listen and give parents the tools they need; seeing from an educator’s perspective, offer­ ing steps and procedures, such as understanding the process of lEPs [individual­ ized education programs] and offering outside sup­ port,” said Bums. Teachers use the lEPs to develop plans for special- needs students. Jenna Bums is educating herself, too, taking online courses in psychology and majoring in applied behav­ ioral analysis. “I went back to college for my kids ... I’m the researcher, he’s the para­ medic,” she said of her hus­ band, Ryan, who is an emer­ gency medical technician and firefighter with the Vermontville Fire Department, along with working at Amway Corporation. Ryan grew up with an adopted sister who suffered from the effects of fetal alco­ hol syndrome. “His biggest hurdle in school was always being compared to his older sib­ ling,” said Jenna. Based on Ryan’s experi­ ence, the couple decided to place their children in differ­ ent schools. Nolan, 7, is in first grade, and Reagan, 6, is in kindergarten. Nolan, who attends Fuller Street Elementary, and sen­ sory-integration behaviors that have placed him in the autism spectrum disorder. Reagan attends Olivet schools. She was recently diagnosed with epilepsy and The Burns family, (from left) Ryan, Jenna, Nolan and Reagan, live in Nashville. wears glasses due to poor Jenna is the parent advocate for Maple Valley Schools with Eaton Intermediate See ADVOCATE,,, pg, 7 School District, on behalf of special-needs children in the district. Ryan is a paramedic and firefighter with the Vermontville Fire Department. Lakewood presenting Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’ Opens Thursday night A colorful cast arid a col­ orful theme make up the lat­ est production of the Lakewood High School Drama Club. Under the direction of .: Dreamcoat,” will open Feb. 14 and run through Feb. 17, with six performances sched- Matt Tanner portrays Joseph in Lakewood High School Drama Club’s production of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” The musical has six performanc­ es Scheduled With opening nightJEeb. 14. The cast of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” includes 104 kinder­ garten through 12th grade students. Director Amanda Smith (far right) gives instructions to the brothers, played by Ben Erhart, Sam McNeill, Cameron Doane, Tyler Rush, Alex Everts, George McNeill, Evan Petersen, Alex Valdez, Robert Cronk, Erik Musbach and Ian Smith in Lakewood High School Drama Club’s production of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” uled. “It seems like just yester­ day that we closed ‘Beauty and the Beast,’ but in reality, it’s been three months,” said Smith, who has once again selected a family-friendly show, featuring a large cast. “When we were working on ‘Beast,’ we realized that we have more male talent than ever before, so we switched gears on our second show,” said Smith. “’Joseph’ has a ton of roles for young men, considering the story line.” Smith is referring to the Bible story as told in Genesis, of Joseph and his 11 brothers. Joseph is favored by their father, and therefore despised ’iff his brothers. They try to gef^y of him, but through d< .me intervention, Joseph ends up being one ofthe most power­ ful fulmen menininall allthe theland. land. In Andrew Lloyd Webber’s first musical, this simple tale is told entirely through song — and a huge variety of songs at that. The music goes from pop to country to jazz, even calypso. “This show is the most high-energy show that I have ever been a part of — it never stops moving,” said Ken Smith, who also serves as the show’s producer. “It’s funny and touching, and fair­ ly short. Perfect for the fam­ ily.” Along with all of the See JOSEPH pg. 6 In This Issue • Maple Valley FFA contestants heading to regionals • Frugal Living Exchange group forming in area • More than a dozen young Lions medal at Portland / Pesina wins conference title at 245 nds �Page 2 — Just Say 'As Mvertmcd in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, February 9.2013 Maple Valley FFA contestants heading to regionals Travis Rockwell and Sydney Denton receive silver ratings in prepared public Members of the Maple Valley Greenhand Conducts of Meetings Team are (from left) Marcum Terpening. Tia James. Chloe Hicks, Bailey Weiler, Meghan Bignall. Keha Hamilton. Glycerine Baumann, Gavin Gardener The team received a silver rat* speaking at the FFA district competition at Olivet College. ing. Receiving a silver rating in creed speaking at district FFA competition at Olivet Receiving a gold rating in extemporaneous public speaking and advancing to regionals are Jacob Ramey and Jadelyn Stewart from the Maple Valley FFA dub. Fifteen Maple Valley FFA members competed in FFA District Leadership Contests at Olivet High School Thursday, Jan. 31. Jadelyn Stewart received a first place with a gold rating in extemporaneous public speaking. Stewart’s topic was the food fiber system. Receiving a second place, with a gold rating in extem­ poraneous public speaking, was Jacob Ramey. Ramey’s topic was on agriculture sci­ ence and technology. Stewart and Ramey will advance to regionals. Two members competed in the job interview contest, Shelby Anderson and Matthew Scott. Anderson came in second for agricul­ tural sales assistant, advanc­ ing to regionals. Scott applied for the position of horticultural assistant in the interview contest Travis Rockwell and Sydney Denton competed in prepared public speaking. Rockwell’s speech was on ethanol, and Denton’s was titled “Farm Bill: Good or Bad.” Denton and Rockwell each received a silver rating. Competing in creed speaking were Elysia Piedrola and Dillon Terpening; each received a Competing in FFA district contest, job interview were Matthew Scott and Shelby silver rating. The Greenhand Conduct Anderson. Anderson advances to regionals. All-You-Can-Eat^^ Fish or Shrimp Ilsshville Every Friday! Chuckwagon CmF EXPANDED CHECK OUT OUR MENU! Ilsshville 517-852-2201 Book Your Party Here! Sunday - Thursdav.r^.-nings Let us plan your dinner or order oH th’\«rcnu at group pricing. Stop hi or col for defjils. College are Elysia Piedrola and Dillon Terpening. Available breakfast Served All Day Daily Lunch Specials of Meetings team included Bailey Weiler, Marcum Terpening, Meghan Bignall, Glycerine Bauman, Gavin Gardener, Chloe Hicks, Kelia Hamilton and Tia James as alternate. The team received a silver rating. The next step for Stewart, Ramey and Anderson is to compete in regionals, sched­ uled for Tuesday, Feb. 12, at the Branch Area Career Center in Coldwater. “I am very proud of all of the competitors from Maple Valley. They were all great representatives of our FFA chapter and school,” said Aaron Saari, Maple Valley FFA advisor. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads! �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley *News Saturday, February 9, 2013 — Page 3 Anti-Valentine party planned for teens Monday at library Tax help, Legos and adult reading announced Own the Night returns to well as books and resources visit the library Monday, Putnam District Library for for further investigation into Wednesday and Friday 10 youths in grades six through each month’s topic. A prize a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday and 12 Monday, Feb. 11, from 5 will be awarded to the cre­ Thursday 3 to 8 p.m.; or to 8 p.m. This event will be ation that best reflects each Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. an Anti-Valentine Party. theme. Space is limited to 20 Follow the library on Attendees will enjoy anti­ builders, and registrations Facebook or visit www.putsweet treats, make less-than- will accepted on a first- namlib.org for continued loving Valentines, and play come, first-served basis. updates. anti-romantic games, includ­ Signup continues for the ing some involving darts, teen and adult winter reading said Shauna Swantek, library program, “Carry Out a Good director. Book.” Readers earn “pizza Own the Night is held toppings” each time they every other Monday. Teens read a book. Prizes include may participate in the activi­ gift certificates from Bear’s (h3e .UnUn BARGAIN TWILIGHT 0 ty, bring something to do, Den, Roush’s, Subway and DAILY 4:00-6:00 PM * excludes Digital 3D use the library technology, or Good Time Pizza. The grand Q No passes (S) Stadium Seating just hang out, she said prize is a pizza party for SHOWTIMES 2/9 - 2/13_ Volunteer income tax eight to 10 people which LEWIS & CLARK: GREAT JOURNEY WEST WED. 2/13 4:00,5:15,6:30,7:45 assistance will be available includes pizza, breadsticks O© IDENTITY THIEF (R) for area residents Thursday, and soda. To be eligible, SAT-SUN 1120,1:50, 4:20,6:50, 9:20 Feb. 14,3 to 8 p.m., Monday, readers must create a MON-WED 4:20.6:50, 9:20 PARKER (R) March 18 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., supreme pizza with at least SAT-SUN 11:40,2:10.4:50, 7:20,9:50 Maple Valley Junior High School has announced its students of the month for f Tuesday, March 19, 3 to 8 four different types of top­ MON-TUE 4:50, 7:20, 9:50 WED 9:50 January, (from left) representing sixth grade is Vivian Mae Russell; seventh grade,, p.m. at the library. pings. The program contin­ O© WARM BODIES (PG-13) Paul Renne and eighth grade, Danielle Struble. Students are chosen for good atten- Appointments this ues through Sunday, April for SAT-SUN 12:00,220.4:40,7:00, 9:30 MON-WED 4:40,7:00,9:30 dance and character, positive behavior, good attitude toward learning and toward oth- evening and all future dates 14, so there is plenty of time HANSEL AND GRETEL: WITCH HUNTERS should be made by calling left to sign up and read, said ers, classroom participation, being respectful and being responsible. (R) SAT-SUN 11:50,2:00, 4:30,7:10,9:40 the YMCA of Barry County, Swantek. MON-WED 4:30, 7:10, 9:40 269-945-4574. Residents For more information, with earned household incomes under $51,000 are eligible to get taxes done for / ^^ UnUedMemociisiruthGroup free. Tax forms are available at the library; however the instruction booklet for the federal 1040 form has not arrived yet. All forms and 3 Featuring a Homemade Spaghetti Dinner, salad, U instructions are available on S breadstricks, drink and dessert | SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16 • 4:00-7:00 P.M. the library’s website. Kellogg Community Marie Feldpausch, Lianne Spurgeon, Kali Straube, Saturday, Lego fever will | NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH College has announced its Judkins, Sean Lancaster, Cheryl Swinkunas, Brianna hit Putnam District Library, ■;, ■ Comer ofState & Washington II dean’s list for the fall 2012 Amy McClelland, Michael Wescott, Christian Yonkers, said Swantek. Students in S ‘6.00 per person - ages 5 and under free iff semester and commend Sutton. Ben Zaccanelli. grades second to fifth are 1,007 students for demon­ Nashville Tammy Nashville — Kelly encouraged to join the new strating superior academic James-Brown, Stephanie Hawkins, Jennie Wyant. Lego club which will hold its ability in their classes. Leatherman, Kristina Part-time first meeting from 11 a.m. to The dean’s list recognizes Sanchez. Highest honors 12:30 p.m. This month’s full- and part-time [mini­ High honors Bellevue William building theme is inventions. The Place to Gofor Professional Styling mum of six credit hours] stu­ Battle Creek — Patrick Hartman III, Jeff Perry, Tina Legos will be provided, as MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN & dents who have achieved Bobolts, Heather Cairns, Pestun, Dianna Ramon, “high” or “highest” honors at Brittany Case, Shannon Christine Schneider. HAIR STYLING & NAILS GET MORE NEWS! KCC during the recent Fournier, Craig Gagnon, Dowling — Scott Teske. Open Wednesday - Friday semester. “High honors” lists Kyle Griffith, Kameron Hastings — Lynette Subscribe to the S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. students who earned a grade Joostbems, Andrew Adgate, Sarah Chaffee, Hastings Banner. point average of 3.5 to 3.89 Messecar, Charissa Stanton. Jonathan Hallock, Monica IIg 1-517-852-9481 Call 945-9554 for Bellevue — Audrey Livingston, Amber Pickard, and “highest honors” denotes 4 06799647 more information. those who have GPAs of 3.9 Beachnau, Amanda Cole, Diane Reil, Aaron Winegar, or higher. Austin Fraley, Michelle Araceli Worth. Harris, Renae Martens, Nashville — Rorey Full-time Megan Robertson. Campbell, Jerret Morris. Highest honors Saturday, February 16th from 11am -1:30 pm Hastings — Shelby Vermontville — Eric Battle Creek Chelsea Bagley, Rhonda Clark, Smith. Staines. High honors Bellevue — Brandy Kaitlyn Devries, Gabraelle Shopping, Drink Specials, Lunch Specials Eaton, Kara Echtinaw, Bellevue — Kevin Devos, Arend, Jennifer Bushong, Spiritual Advisor, Pamela Leach 15 Minute Session Gillons, Krista Angelina Faggion, Sarah Ashleigh Olmstead, Jacob Magen Goodenough Jr., Grant Gamaat, Mindy Kempf, Patterson. arid friend will be with us to help »15°° Derek Maddox, Matthew Dowling -* Joseph Amaro, Heide, Susan Johnson-Byrd, you channel your innerself • 9th Expression Pampered Chef Breanna Leatherman. Brianna Kavanagh, Martin McElgunn, Nadine Weisser, We will have vendors showing Premier Jewehy • Better Way Imports Hastings Anna Ogrodzinski, Taelor Price, Kristen Willavize. and selling theirproducts! •31 Bags • life Expressions Sally Shoptaw, Nikki Dowling — Kimberlie Banister, Thomas Carpenter, Skidmore. Hastings — Ashley Bond, VgV -481 068045^ m5& Rachelle Bouchard, Chase Ualeuiiue's Vat) Coughlin, Megan Danks, Don't BEAUTIFUL Specials are from February 14th - 17th from 4 p.m. to Close Ashley Diekhoff, Karlee All dinner specials will come with a choice ofpotato, and allyou Forget our BUFFETS 4 Alt-Day Thursday Diekhoff, Maicee Herrington, can eat soup and salad bar. HOME-STYLE BUFFET Theresa Hubbard, Teresa Saturday Night Surf and Turf 6 oz. flat iron streak served with a lobster tail................. 1*9.99 Valentines Special now thru Feb. 15, 2013 PRIME RIB & SEAFOOD Morales, Alicia Morehouse, Pan Fried Rainbow front............................................................... 1*3.99 Sunday — Brunch Buffet A Scott Owen, Lyndy Prior, SAVE $10.00 Vegetarian Tortellini - Cheese stuffed tortellini with sauteed vegetables — LIVE MUSIC — Ervin Rea III, Mary served in a marinara sauce (add chicken 12) ...................................... 1* 2.99 Purchase 2 30-Minute Massages for $25 Sat., Feb. 9th • 7-10 p.m. Robinson, Antonia Simmons. Chicken Marsala- served over wild rice.............................................. *12.99 Certificates expire 60 days after purchase WE THREE STRINGS Nashville — Angela Graham Cracker Crusted Walleye - Topped with a warm green apple slaw... *17.99 Sat., Feb. 23rd • 7-10 p.m. Relax & Enjoy... Mead, Michael Morehouse, 8 oz. Siroloin-Topped with a Jack Daniels compound butter *12.99 20-Minute Foot Massage ~ ahhhh... w Ryleigh Theisen. Vermontville Erin 15 & 30-Minute Chair Massage Shoulder & Neck _ French, Hillary Grant, Brooke Varney. Junior High names students of the month Local students named to KCC fall dean’s list [Spaghetti Supper 'Diana s 44?ace fome in for a fun experience! ffft/'h/e (nose SpecW Sr Rigid! Massage Therapy i Vermontville Nashville Walk-in or Appointment Appointment Only 128 W. GRAND RIVER • IONIA • 616 527-2169 726-1113 852-2070 KITCHEN HOURS: MONDAY-THURSDAY TIAM-10PM ■ FRIDAY-SATURDAY TIAM-11PM Cash or Check br- rW -— Cash, Check, Debit, Credit OPEN SUNDAY 10:00 AM • S:00 PM �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, February 9,2013 Frugal Living Exchange group forming in area Ruth Leone (Struble) Schreiner NASHVILLE, MI - Ruth Leone (Struble) Schreiner, age 87, of Nashville passed away February 1, 2013 at Bronson Hospital in Battle Creek. She was bom July 3, 1925 in Hastings, the daugh­ ter of Elmer and Hazel (Coykendel) Struble. Ruth attended Hastings High School, graduating in 1943. She was employed by Hastings Piston Ring and the Hastings School system, but was primarily a homemaker and farm wife. Ruth married Jack Schreiner on October 4, 1947. She enjoyed fishing and playing golf. Ruth was a member of the Lions Club, Mulberry Four Golf Course and the Presbyterian Church. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Emerson Struble; and sisters, grandchildren. Funeral services were services were held, Wednesday, February 6, 2013 at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings, with Rev. Willard Curtis, officiating. Interment took place at Union Cemetery in Maple Grove Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, 25900 Greenfield Rd., Suite 401, Oak Park, MI 48237­ 1267 or American Diabetes Association, Grand Rapids MI Office, 3940 Broadmoor Ave. SE, Suite 100, Grand Esther Sloothaak and Elenor Solberg. Ruth is survived by her Rapids, MI 49512. Arrangements by Girrbach husband, Jack Schreiner of Nashville; son, Larry (Cora) Funeral Home, please visit grandchildren, our website at www.girSchreiner; Beckyrbachfiineralhome.net to sign Matthew and Schreiner, Melissa and Dan the online guest book or to Patton, Leesa and Henry leave a memory or message Jaquays and nine great- to the family. M Our Family Serving Yours Nashville’s Only Family Owned, Independently Operated Funeral Home Fully Staffed Children’s Resource Room Free Video Tribute • Barrier Free Ample Parking • Accommodations Up to 300 s (517)852-9712 SR 9200 E M-79 Hwvy • Nashville Scott A. Daniels & F^ly Owner/Manager Putnam District Library invites Maple Valley area residents to meet with their neighbors to exchange ideas and passions about economical living. The Frugal Living Exchange group will hold its first gathering Tuesday, Feb. 26, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the library. The initial meeting will feature local homesteading enthusiast Jessica Glass whose presentation will focus on seed/plant swap­ ping and seed starting. The discussion topic will be “green” cleaning in prepara­ tion for spring. Participants are asked to bring a list of seeds and plants for exchange and a recipe or idea for a “green” alternative to traditional cleaners. The vision of the exchange is to bring people together who have a passion for all things frugal, simplis­ tic and natural for meaning­ ful discussion and to provide Laura Scott, library aide at Putnam District Library, a forum that encourages will be facilitating a frugal exchange group. Scott will be sharing and taking collective action, said Shauna Swantek joined by Jessica Glass, who will speak at the first meet­ library director, in a press ing Tuesday, Feb. 26. release. Attendees will agree upon and Jessica Glass, volunteer, Gardening, woodworking, featured topics, as well as will facilitate the group, cooking, farming, green speakers and presentations. which plans to meet every energy and cleaning, hunting Participants do not need to other week. Contact Scott in and fishing, fiber processing, be Putnam District Library person at the library or via animal husbandry, tractor patrons but should be willing email to sswantek@putnamand equipment maintenance to share their knowledge on lib.org with questions or are only a few of the topics topics of interest, said ideas for upcoming meet­ the group is considering in Swantek. ings. the coming months. Laura Scott, library aide, .06799907 Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events FREE PAPERS In your home every week,. Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Feb. 11 977/ » 1I % receivership 7AO% a < ,p 9 r readershi 7< 4 4% or, read.ers make their buying . decisions from free newspaper advertising and editorial Chicken tenders, macaroni and cheese, green beans, potato salad, applesauce. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Feb. 11 Wednesday, Feb. 13 Chicken tenders, green beans, com, applesauce, gra­ nola bar. Potato crunch pollock, sea­ soned potatoes, coleslaw, banana, dinner roll. Thursday, Feb. 14 Hamburger, hash brown cubes, broccoli cheese soup, orange, bun. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Feb. 11 Ham, salami and Swiss cheese, coleslaw, prunes, wheat bun. Tuesday, Feb. 12 CIRCULATION j VERIFICATION C O Friday, Feb. 15 Chicken salad, three bean salad, tropical fruit, bun. Tuesday, Feb. 12 Swiss steak, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, broccoli, apple crisp, dinner roll. GOcO W AWLAftC FUWUCATlON Thursday, Feb. 14 Sliced turkey with Swiss cheese, coleslaw, peaches, bun. Pork cutlet, sweet potatoes, cauliflower, pineapple, din­ ner roll. Friday, Feb. 15 Graphics roni salad, pineapple, granola bar. Sliced roast beef with cheese, pickled beets, Mandarin oranges, bun. Wednesday, Feb. 13 Asian chicken salad, maca- Tuesday, Feb. 12 Pork cutlet, stuffing, sweet potatoes, cauliflower, grape juice. Wednesday, Feb. 13 Potato crunch pollock, sea­ soned potatoes, Brussels sprouts, banana, cookie. p.m. Delton: Mini Massage 9: 00-Noon. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, Feb. 12 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13 Hastings: Music with Sam; Nails; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton: Reminiscence. Woodland: Sing-a-Long. Nashville: Legal Aid 10:30. Thursday, 14 Feb. Friday, Feb. 15 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad 10 a.m. Woodland: Visiting; Sing-a-Long; Mini Massage 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 14 Hamburger, hash brown cubes, Italian blend vegeta­ bles, orange, bun. Friday, Feb. 15 Swiss steak, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, broccoli, apple crisp, granola bar. Activities Calendar Monday, Feb. 11 Hastings: Card Making 10 a.m.; BYOG; Music; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Kinship Support 1:30-3:30 - Hastings: Valentine’s Party 10: 30 a.m.; Line Dancing Cancelled. Delton: Puzzles/ Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. (OBB WEB 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. #1746 �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley *News Saturday, February 9, 2013 — Page 5 COA warning: Beware of identity theft scams Promise money, gift catalogs Megan Valiquette named student of the month up the phone.” Suspicious calls or emails should be reported to the Staffat the Senior Medicare defrauded by giving out their Patrol, a service of the Barry account numbers, thinking County Commission on their utility bills would be Aging, is warning the public paid,” says Courtney. “This of a new tax scam preying on year, it’s telemarketing with seniors who divulge their bank a tax spin.” account numbers to telemar­ Medicare fraud calls are keters promising government also in the mix. Courtney benefits. reports that telemarketers are According to Kathy calling seniors about a new Courtney of the COA, the “Preferred Provider Card” Michigan Treasury that they say works with Department has alerted agen­ Medicare. They ask for bank cies to the scam which, in account information and one instance, promised a promise to send gift catalogs. party $8,000 in benefits in Seniors are lured into giving return for the personal bank away information because information. the callers have identifying “No one is getting $8,000,” information, like bank rout­ says Courtney. “Once you ing numbers, and seem legit­ give away your bank account imate. Seven people have information, you are likely to filed reports with the Senior become the victim offinancial Medicare Patrol. fraud or identity theft.” “The scams change, but Courtney points out that the warnings stay the same: the scams are common and Do not give your personal often come dressed in differ­ information to telemarketers, ent garb each year. ever,” warns Courtney. “Last year, there was the “Government agencies do Obama utility scam where not call people and ask for thousands of people were account information. Hang RAFTERS WANTED For N.A.C.C. Fundraiser June 15, 2011 in conjunction with Nashville Car Show/Valley Rally For Information Contact... Marcia 517-852-9429 or Shirley 517-852-0276 Cupid says... “Make a Jack w »«! in J! U!lc»™« at^ "^« Mpu J& $ui fehais fehaisj. Feb. 20 tayat VFW Post 8260 - Nashville 517-852-9260 Feb. 21 Feb. 25 TEXAS HOLD’EM TOURNAMENT Feb. 26 Saturday, February 23rd Registration & Cash Games, start at 2:00 pm ■^Tournament starts at 4:00 pm - $50 buy in^ ^\o68O483i License #M79905 tna; titotldlM Wta ® feEsJSt LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ,pto. * fjiA!1*t .15 rsi®fj M 5$ id *£< * % ** fe lff . . . w;.i> ;. 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 1-269-731-5194. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School...................... 10 a. .m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH itf*1 9617 E. Baseline Rd. u 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) P HP 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship............. ........ 11 a.m. ................... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service .......... .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM if ¥ CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE . rfi 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 February 14 L V ’inner Date” Our Own 2,„$15 Dinner Specials 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Megan Valiquette a fourth grader in Matt Powers’ (pictured) class at Fuller Street Elementary, is awarded student of the month by 7th District State Rep. Tim Walberg. Megan was nominated for the award by Powers. “She is a wonderful young lady who will make a mark on this world,” Powers wrote to Walberg. “I am Barry County Extension Calendar of Events proud to say that I was able to work with her and teach her for a school year. I invite you to stop by and see Feb. 16 Somethingfor Everyone!, 8:30 a.m., Barry her.” Valiquette received a certificate from Walberg. Community Enrichment Center. Feb. 19 Learn About Your Cat workshop, 6:30 p.m., V I Judy’s Country Kettle Cafe CALENDAR OF EVENTS ** Hl^i Senior Medicare Patrol at 800-803-7174. Mar. 1 Mar. 1 Mar. 1 Mar. 6 Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 06804610 lb My Love, After 25 years of I looking into your eyes and Hastings Public Library. 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Barry Community Enrichment Center. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Rabbit Mandatory Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Hastings. Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Pro Auto in Hastings. Camping reservations may be taken. Horse youth pre-registration due in the Extension Office. New volunteer application deadline. Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training . PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Worship.............................. 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Wed. 5:30 p.m.................. Family Supper 6:00-7:15........................... Pioneer Club Sunday School............................... 10 Sun: 9:00 Sunday S Aoo.Ml. Service 11:15 10: 00 ChurchS vPic.Me. Service 6 11: 00.................................... Fellowship PASTOR GEORGE GAY that melted my heart so long ago, it still does to this very day. Ybur Mero QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH W.orship . 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 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. M-79 West 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .............. 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 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. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH I see you smile "that" smite I NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service...................................... 6 Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE 12 Ounce New York Strip 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERJ HOMAN 269-763-3T20 06800049 �Page 6 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. February 9. 2013 Winter weather brings recreational opportunities JOSEPH, contd. from page 1 brothers in the show, their plays Joseph. Parker Brighton plays wives, father Jacob and his and Joseph’s wives, a giant chorus of Pharaoh, dancers, a pharaoh, a large father, Jacob, is played by children’s chorus, and a nar- Camrin Grawburg. The brothers are played by rator help to tie the whole Ben Erhart, Sam McNeill, thing together. Cameron . . Doane, Doane, Tyler The cast is 104 strong with Cameron students from preschool Rush, Alex Everts, George through 12th grades partici­ McNeill, Evan Petersen, Alex Valdez, Robert Cronk, pating. Emily Smith and under­ Erik Musbach and Ian Smith. For tickets, visit the web­ study Ariana Strater will guide the audience through site at www.lakewoodhsdrathe story, as Matt Thelen ma.com or call 616-366­ 1363 to make reservations. The sledding hill at Putnam Park is put to good use Friday morning. School was canceled and the kids cele­ brated the snow day by sledding. Experienced HHAs I CNAs Battle Creek and Kalamazoo areas. (mdudmg NMm, Homer, Three Brers and Galesburg) FT/PT - days/nights Please email resume to: recmrter@opbmalstaffing.rom or fax to: 517-394-7716 | At right: A skating rink has been readied in Nashville at Riverside Park behind the stores. 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For more ioformation on tax return preparers go to IRS.eov We Specialize in: • Individual Taxes • Farm Taxes • Small Business Taxes • Bookkeeping �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, February 9, 2013 — Page 7 ADVOCATE, continued from page 1 vision. “I have been called a bad parent,” said Jenna. “My son would scream in stores, throw fits. He has problems sleeping — he’s not tired. He has sensory disorders over food and eats with his fin­ gers. It looks like his man­ ners are out of place.” The couple worked sched­ ules on opposite shifts so one of them was always with their son. “We stopped going places — family events, anywhere there was a large crowd,” she said. The battles were not worth the trouble of going out, she concluded since people would b/^udgmental. A life-altering moment came when Reagan at age 4 played in her first soccer game. Nolan wanted to go, so the whole family attend­ ed. Jenna described what fol­ lowed as a “fit” since senso­ ry issues flared up for Nolan, and he couldn’t handle the crowd and the kicking of the ball. Jenna remembered looking down at Nolan through her own tears and saying, “We’re not letting autism beat us anymore.” At that moment, she decided they were no longer going to have to choose between the kids. With a fresh mindset, the family first tackled diet.and all but eliminated processed food and red and blue dyes. “We decided to focus on one issue at a time,” said Jenna. “In the school year, it’s diet, in the summer, finemotor skills.” To add to her research, Jenna consulted with the occupational therapist through the school district and asked for advice. The therapist supplied a list of my daughter can be present websites for doing their own enough in her day to recall therapy at home. things that she did. I am Jenna said after learning overjoyed that she has a of Nolan’s disorder, “as a smile on her face these days. parent, any false ideas disap­ Reagan will never have the peared of what you want stamina for fast movement. your child to be. You learn to She will always have poor focus on what your child’s hand/eye coordination. She strengths actually are.” will always be ‘weak’ — in Nolan has an amazing your eyes she may not try ... memory, said Jenna. He can but I see it quite differently. I beat any video game. am glad that she is even “He’s brilliant,” she allowed to be in gym class. exclaimed. Small win. Words of advice: Within the past year, the never tell a special-needs Burnses have learned of parent that their child doesn’t Reagan’s epilepsy, which try. We have tackled every has diminished her ability to problem that has come our comprehend and follow way.” directions. The teacher apologized That has been a struggle in the next day. unexpected ways. This past Jenna is sympathetic to the week, a physical education role teachers have. Before teacher gave Reagan a “D” moving back to the Maple with the explanation “she Valley district, the Burnses was not giving gym class her lived in Lowell. They had best effort.” been told they would never Jenna decided to write to have children and took in the teacher. foster children. “You gave Reagan a ‘D’... “If I’d never been a foster I would just like to know parent to see how bad things how you even evaluate what could be, I’d be over­ her best is, or when she is whelmed. I wouldn’t know giving her best effort ... All what my resources are,” said Reagan has done for the last year (especially) is try. That child has faced and defeated more things, in her first six years of life, then most of us do our entire lives. She has faced illness, sleep apnea, heart issues, near loss of hearing, poor vision and epilepsy ... Giving a special needs student a ‘D’ and implying that she doesn’t ‘try’ offers no solution to the actual problem. What do we *do’ about it? I have sent her to tap and ballet lessons to work on balance and coordi­ nation. She plays floor hock­ ey and soccer locally. She has occupational therapy. Frankly, I am so thrilled that Jenna. A teacher in Lowell asked Jenna what she wanted for her then-foster son. “I want him to find com­ mon life skills: addition, sub­ traction, to be able to write his own name.” “It’s not ourjob to educate your child,” said the teacher. “That made me mad for years,” said Jenna, who added she has come to real­ ize what the teacher meant. “It is my job to make sure my child is educated. It’s the teacher’s job to teach. I never understood what she meant until I had Nolan.” Sympathetic to the teach­ ers, Jenna said any given classroom may have several special-needs children in addition to “your child.” The Eaton Intermediate School District offers work­ shops for parents in Charlotte from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on the following dates: • Monday, Feb. 25 — peer-to-peer social mentor­ ing for middle school. • Tuesday, March 12 — stress intervention for par­ ents. • Thursday, April 11 — socialization and independ­ ence for early childhood, 4 to 7 years old. Child care and Sib Shop will be provided. Sib Shop is a program held in conjunc­ tion with the parent work­ shops for children ages 7 to 13 who have a sibling with any type of disability. In addition to the pro­ grams EISD has to offer and the those in place for special­ needs children within the schools, Jenna recommends parents think outside of the box” such as availing them­ selves of online resources, connecting with the home­ school community and tak­ ing advantage of the “awe­ some team of special ed teachers at Maple Valley — they give 110 percent every day.” For more information, email Jenna, jnabums@gmail.com. JU) FARM BUREAU INSURANCE9 /Hiefiptui fusurvutca Lynn Denton 269-945-4520 139 W. State Street Hastings ldenton@fbinsmi.com theLynnDentonAgency.com s| Happy Valentinos Dgyi Nan« and Papa • NOTICE • Give custom photo Valentines this year! Now only... Vermontville Township is accepting letters of interest for a part-time General Maintenance, Mowing and Cleaning Person for the Opera House. The position pays $12.00 per hour. For detailed information, please contact Supervisor Jack Owens at 517-726­ 1241 or Trustee Gary Goris at 517-726-1138. 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Cut-Apart Valentines Happy Valentine’s Dsy Valentine,’s Day pppy each ea fare also great for: emeiits • Invitations • Moving Notices �Page 8 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, February 9, 2013 Memories of the Past Teddy Roosevelt’s visit is fondly recalled This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Feb. 8,1983. Portions ofthe story first appeared as a Memories of the Past published May 21, 1980.) “Pleasant and warm. John and I and Stella went to the train to see and hear former President Roosevelt. Was not disappointed,” wrote the late Ella Taylor of Nashville in her personal diary Saturday, Feb. 11, 1911. “I heard Roosevelt say, ‘I believe in the American peo­ ple,’ she added. Mrs. Taylor, the former Ella Denton of Vermontville and wife of local machinist John Taylor, was a longtime correspondent for the Nashville News. In her brief diary entry Feb. 11, 1911, she captured the thrill of that historic moment when the former president set foot on Nashville soil. Teddy Roosevelt actually came to Nashville twice, once as governor of New Teddy Roosevelt’s train stopped twice in Nashville York and again as an former Feb. 11,1911, the day this photo was taken. But his first president of the United States, but both visits are appearance here was in September 1900 during a fondly recalled as presiden­ whistlestop campaign as William McKinley’s running tial whistlestops in mate. Because of his toothy smile at that earlier event, the Nashville News labeled him “a hard man to lose in a Nashville. Several present-day senior crowd. citizens still living in fame in the 1898 charge of Roosevelt’s appearance. ‘He Nashville can recall the San Juan. Several Nashville shows those teeth very thor­ momentous occasion of lads had served in that brief oughly when he smiles, Roosevelt’s Feb. 11, 1911, Spanish-American conflict which is frequent. He would appearance here, but few can in Cuba, and local interest in be a hard man to lose in a remember his initial visit in the spunky and fearless crowd.” September 1900 when cam­ leader ran high. Victory for the McKinleypaigning as the running mate Roosevelt had returned to Roosevelt team was reported of President William his native New York and was by the News in early McKinley. elected governor in 1899. November 1900: “The die is Advised the Nashville His political philosophy cast and William McKinley Newlin advance of that first based on an African proverb, will be president of the occasion: “Gov. Theodore “Speak softly and carry a big United States for another Roosevelt, Republican nomi­ stick, and you will go far,” four years, and with hip as nee for vice president, will had added to public admira­ vice president that gallant pass through Nashville next tion of the warrior-hero. young soldier-statesman, Friday afternoon on a special Roosevelt’s first Theodore Roosevelt.” train going from Jackson to whistlestop in Nashville Michigan gave McKinley Grand Rapids, where he will came shortly after McKinley a majority of nearly 100,000 speak in the evening. and Roosevelt had been votes in that election, Strenuous efforts are being nominated by acclamation at although in Barry County the made to arrange for the train the Republican National race was close. to stop long enough here for Convention in 1900. Almost a year to the day the governor to make a brief At the onset, there was after Roosevelt made his first speech.” some doubt here that the stop in Nashville, McKinley Roosevelt would have Roosevelt entourage would was felled by an assassin’s appreciated the strenuous pause as it passed through bullet at the Pan-American effort, for he frequently used Nashville, but the strenuous Exposition at Buffalo, N.Y. that word to describe the life efforts of local residents The tragedy occurred Sept. of physical fitness that he proved successful. The train 5, 1901. The president died actively pursued. stopped and Roosevelt spoke Sept. 14. He had served as a tena­ from the back platform for “Since the News last went cious assistant secretary of several minutes, until the to press, one of the saddest Navy under McKinley train pulled out. afflictions has fallen on the before resigning that post to “He created a very favor­ American people as ever has lead his “rough riding” cav­ able impression,” noted the been their lot to bear — the alry regiment to national News in reporting death of President Crowded near the Michigan Central Railroad depot, Nashville residents wait to greet Teddy Roosevelt Feb. 11,1911. School was dismissed for the day. At the urg­ ing of a local Civil War vet for the benefit of the children, Roosevelt alighted from the train on its return stop from Grand Rapids. Having completed the slain McKinley’s term and one of his own, Roosevelt was no longer president, but Nashville still loved the warrior. When Roosevelt returned to Nashville in February 1911, he was not a candidate for any office. Declaring he would never again seek the presidency, Roosevelt bowed out of the 1908 race won by Republican William H. Taft. An interlude of big­ game hunting in Africa pre­ ceded Roosevelt’s national speaking tour on behalf of “progressive Republicanism.” This time, Roosevelt’s train stopped twice in Nashville. First he spoke from the back of the car when his entourage halted here en route to Grand Rapids. On the return trip, the train again stopped, and this time, at the urging of a local veteran, Roosevelt alighted. “Mr. President, I am an old soldier of the Civil War, and I would like very much if you would step down to the ground so that these young people and children here could say that one Local machinist John Taylor and his wife, Ella, a President of the United Nashville News correspondent, were among the audi- States had stood on Barry ence members who welcome Teddy Roosevelt in 1911 County soil,” said George at the depot. Noting the event later in her diary, Ella Brown, as he stepped for­ wrote that she heard Roosevelt say, “I believe in the ward from the audience. Roosevelt replied that he American people.” was “delighted to do so,” and McKinley, who expired just in the Western Hemisphere. graciously stepped off the a week after being shot by a As far as Roosevelt was train and shook hands with cowardly assassin named concerned, construction of all in the area of five or six Czolgosz,” reported the the Panama Canal from 1902 feet — shaking Mr. Brown’s Nashville News Sept. 20, to 1905 was the proudest hand first 1901. ““Vice Vice President feather in his political cap. The following year, Roosevelt now is president at His progressive Republican Roosevelt made an unsuc­ age 40.” tactics made him a big hit cessful bid for the presidency The heartfelt News with the common folks. as a third-party Progressive account was slightly inaccu­ They rewarded him with a “Bull Moose” candidate. rate: Roosevelt was actually landslide victory against Soon after his defeat, just six weeks short of his Democrat Alton B. Parker in Roosevelt’s robust,, health 43rd birthday when he the 1904 presidential race. began to fade due to compli­ became president, and “The election Tuesday cations ofjungle fever con­ McKinley had died nine days was a wonderful victory for tracted on a South American after being shot. the Republicans throughout jaunt. However, when death Justice was meted out the state and nation,” report­ came in 1919, it was unex­ swiftly to the gunman, an ed the Nashville News. pected. avowed anarchist. In mid­ “Theodore Roosevelt, Roosevelt’s passing was November 1901, the News Republican candidate for mourned throughout the reported that “Leon F. president, carried every state world and especially in Czolgosz, assassin of north of the Mason-Dixon Nashville, where the gallant President McKinley, was line and may have set new soldier-statesman had earned electrocuted last week at records for Republican vote­ a unique place in local Auburn Prison in New getting in a number of hearts. York.” Southern states.” Roosevelt took command Continuing his “big stick” of the presidency with the policy, Roosevelt helped same dedication he had ease friction between Russia shown in charging Kettle and Japan in 1905, and two Hill at San Juan. His “big years later sent his Great stick” philosophy becoming White Fleet of 16 U.S. bat­ his foreign policy, he imple­ tleships on a worldwide mented a buildup of U.S. goodwill tour. Roosevelt naval forces while he upheld became the first American to the Monroe Doctrine to pre­ win the Nobel Prize for vent European intervention Peace. Call anytime for Maule Valley News ads 269-945-9554 �Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, February 9, 2013 — Page 9 Vermontville 100 years of LEGAL Foster care, adoption history — 1836 to 1936, part II NOTICE open house is Tuesday by Juliette L. Gehman and Jennie E. Martin The “Rules and regula­ tions of the Union Colony” (aspublished in thefirst arti­ cle) were drafted back in Vermont andformally signed there by 42 men. But a plan of operation was needed as well as a statement oftheir aspirations to found a new community where religious education and socialprivileges were to be offirst importance. This “code of laws" was also draw'n up in Vermont the wintef 'of J835-36, and we incorporate it here as theirprocedure carefullyfol­ lowing its provisos. one farm of 160 acres, and one village lot of 10 acres within the limits ofthe settle­ ment. Author’s note: The ’tract­ book’ in Charlotte certainly shows exceptions to this, as, for example, all of Section 36 is in the name ofWait Squier. He undoubtedly bought out the interests of some colonists whofailed to come. 6. That the agents be authorized to take a duplicate or certificate of the pur­ chased lands in the name of the committee for raising funds; and the said commit­ tee shall hold the said lands in their possession until the first Monday in October 1836, at which time the land Code of Laws for the shall be distributed among Colony the settlers, according to some plan on which they The following votes and may then agree; the village resolutions have been passed lots, however, may be taken at the regular meetings ofthe up by the settlers when they colony and are binding upon first arrive, each taking his its members: choice of the unoccupied 1. That a committee oftwo lots. be appointed, whose duty it 7. That each individual shall be to make enquiry shall be obligated to settle concerning the character of for the lot which he takes by individuals who may wish to the first of October 1837, and unite with the colony, and no in case of delinquency in this person shall be admitted respect, both the village and without the consent of this the farm lot may be sold to committee. (S. Cochrane and some other person, in which I.C. Culver were appointed a case the purchase money committee for this purpose.) shall be refunded by the 2. That three agents be agents of the colony, with appointed to go into the interest from the time it was western country and select a paid. suitable location for the use 8. That each ofthe settlers, of the colony and purchase when he unites with the the same. (Col. J.B. Scovell colony, shall advance of Orwell, Deacon S.S. $212.50 for which he shall Church of Sudbury and be entitled to a farm lot of William G. Henfy of 160 acres and a village lot of Bennington were appointed a 10 acres to be assigned to standing committee for this him according to the rules of purpose.) the colony; and if any settler 3. That we hereby author­ shall find himself unable to ize our agents to purchase for advance this sum, he may the use of the colony three pay in $106.25, for which he miles square, or 5,760 acres, shall be entitled to a farm lot and as much more as they of 80 acres, and one-half of a may have funds to purchase. village lot; and in case no Author’s note: The whole money is paid before the township except Section 16 departure ofthe agents, those shows in our register’s office at Charlotte, that it was PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: “taken up"from the govern­ All real estate advertising in this news­ ment in 1836, many whole paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which sections by the agents ofthe collectively make it illegal to advertise Union Colony, Josiah B. “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, Scovell, Isaac. C. Culver, W. handicap, familial status, national origin, Morse and Wait J. Squier age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or under the name, “J.B. discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with Scovell and Co., others show parents or legal custodians, pregnant the colorifsts names. women and people securing custody of children under 18. 4. 'That the land, when This newspaper will not knowingly purchased, be laid out by the accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our agents so as to conform as readers are hereby informed that all nearly as the location and dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity other circumstances will per­ basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. mit to the schedule adopted The HUD toll-free telephone number for by the colony. the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 5. That no individual member of the colony shall EQUAL HOUSING be allowed to take more than 0_ 6—7 99959 opportunity | ATTENTION VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE RESIDENTS We have an opening on the Village Council. If you are interested in fulfilling two years of this Council seat please submit letter of intent to: PO Box K Extended Vermontville, Ml 49096 Due To or to the office Error 121 Eastside Drive by 12:00 p.m., February 15, 2013 who are delinquent shall give a note to the committee for raising funds, payable on the 25th of June next (1836) with interest for the three months. 9. That each settler, when he receives a deed ofhis vil­ lage lot, shall give a note to the agents of the colony payable in two years from the first of Sept. 1836, for the sum of $25, and this sum shall be appropriated toward defraying the expenses of building a meeting house for the use ofthe Colony. Author’s note: The strong part religion played in their lives is thus clearly seen, as well as in thefollowing. 10. That an 80-acre lot be reserved for a parsonage, out of the purchase, to be select­ ed by the agents. 11. That our agents keep a regular bill oftheir necessary expenses, from the time they start until they have made a purchase and surveyed the village lots, and the colony pay one-half said expenses. “We, whose names are hereto annexed, do hereby pledge ourselves that we will willingly conform to all the articles and votes of the Colony as contained above.” This was adopted March 28, 1836, at Castleton, Vt. The names of these signers will appear in Part III. — To be continued. LEGAL NOTICE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the con­ ditions of a mortgage made by LARRY L. LEWIS JR. and MARCY LEWIS AKA MARCEILA LEWIS, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 27, 2006, and recorded on May 4, 2006, in Document No. 1164067, and assigned by said mortgagee to U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006HE2, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-HE2, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereofthe sum of Ninety-Two Thousand One Hundred Sixty Dollars and Thirty-One Cents ($92,160.31), including interest at 9.750% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, At the East doors ofthe Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 01:00 PM o'clock, on March 14,2013 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THE SOUTH 393 FEET OF THE WEST 280 FEET OF THE EAST 430 FEET OF THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 34, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, CARL­ TON TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUN­ TY, MICHIGAN. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless deter­ mined abandoned in accordance NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on April 23, 1996, by David C. Wingeier and Nancy M. Wingeier, husband and wife, and Ronald D. Berg and Carolyn P. Berg, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on April 25,1996, in the office ofthe Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Liber 658, Page 131, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated July 20, 2012, recorded on July 26, 2012, in Instrument Number 2012­ 002579, Barty County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as ofthe date ofthis Notice, the sum of Fifty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Five and 48/100 Dollars ($53,605.48); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF ORANGEVILLE; COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Commencing at the Southwest comer of the Northeast quarter of the Northeast quarter of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, running thence Northerly 450 feet along the East one-eighth line of said Section 9; thence Easterly 10 feet at right angles; thence Northerly 232 feet parallel with said East one-eighth line for the true place of beginning; thence continuing Northerly 232 feet par­ allel with said East one-eighth line; thence Southeasterly to a point in the centerline of Lindsey Road which lies 779 feet Northeasterly from the intersec­ tion of said centerline and the North one-eighth line of said Section 9; thence Southwesterly 220 feet along the centerline; thence Northwesterly to the place of .beginning, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan. Commonly known as: 5180 Lindsey Road, Delton, Michigan 49046 Parcel Number: 08-11-009-013-75 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: January 30, 2013 FOS­ TER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (02­ 02)(02-23) 06804094 The ‘Have a Heart’ open house, featuring information about local foster and adop­ tive care, is planned Tuesday, Feb. 12, at 5:30 p.m. at the Hastings Public Library, 227 E. State St. Refreshments will be served. Prospective foster or adop- tive parents can pick up information and ask ques­ tions. A video will be shown, beginning at 6:30 p.m. For optional RSVP, ques­ tions or to request a class schedule, email MuellerHayesJ@michigan.gov, or caU 269-948-3216. LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COL­ SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING LECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA­ TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE INFORMATION OBTAINED USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ CONTACT OUR POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR PLEASE OFFICE AT THE NUMBER OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE DEFAULT having been made in Default has been made in the con­ the conditions of a certain ditions of a mortgage made by Mortgage made on December MARK S.. WARNER, AN UNMAR­ 13,2007, by Clarence E. Service, RIED MAN, to FIFTH-THIRD a single man, as Mortgagor, MORTGAGE, Mortgagee, dated given by him to MainStreet October 15, 2010, and recorded Savings Bank, FSB, whose on October 19,2010, in Document address is 629 West State Street, No. 201010190009716, and re­ Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on recorded on January 18, 2011 in No./Liber December 20, 2007, in the office Document of the Register of Deeds for Barry 201101180000572, and assigned County, Michigan, in Instrument by said mortgagee to MICHIGAN Number 20071220-0005387 and STATE HOUSING DEVELOP­ re-recorded on January 14,2008, MENT AUTHORITY, as assigned, in Instrument Number 20080114­ Barry County Records, Michigan, 0000420, Barry County Records, on which mortgage there is which mortgage was assigned to claimed to be due at the date Commercial Bank by an hereof the sum of Seventy Assignment of Mortgage dated Thousand Four Hundred Eight December 20, 2012, recorded on December 27, 2012, in Dollars and Thirty-Five Cents Instrument Number 2012- ($70,408.35), including interest at 008569, Barry County Records, 5.500% per annum. Under the on which Mortgage there is power of sale contained In said claimed to be due and unpaid, as mortgage and the statute in such of the date ofthis Notice, the sum case made and provided, notice is of One Hundred: ■ Twelve hereby given that said mortgage Thousand Six Hundred Seventy will be foreclosed by a sale of the and 24/100 Dollars mortgaged premises, or some part ($112,670.24); and no suit or pro­ of them, at public venue, At the ceeding at law or in equity having East doors of the Barry County been instituted to recover the Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, debt or any part thereof secured at 01:00 PM o'clock, on February by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having 21, 2013 Said premises are locat­ become operative by reason of ed in Barry County, Michigan and such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ are described as: COMMENCING BY GIVEN that on Thursday, AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER February 28,2013 at 1:00 o'clock OF SECTION 9, TOWN 2 in the afternoon, at the Barry NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, BALTI­ County Courthouse in Hastings, MORE TOWNSHIP; BARRY Michigan, that being one of the COUNTY, MICHIGAN; THENCE places for holding the Circuit SOUTH 00 DEGREES 25 MIN­ Court for Barry County, there will UTES 47 SECONDS EAST, be offered for sale and sold to the 436.00 FEET ALONG THE WEST highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes LINE OF SAID SECTION; of satisfying the amounts due and THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ 50 MINUTES 54 SECONDS er with all allowable costs of sale EAST, PARALLEL WITH THE and includable attorney fees, the EAST AND WEST 1 I 4 LINE OF lands and premises in said SAID SECTION, 780.78 FEET TO Mortgage mentioned and THE TRUE POINT OF BEGIN­ described as follows: LAND SIT­ NING, THENCE SOUTH 89 UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF DEGREES 50 MINUTES 54 SEC­ CARLTON, COUNTY OF ONDS EAST 220.00 FEET TO BARRY, MICHIGAN, THE CENTERLINE OF M-37 DESCRIBED AS; Commencing HIGHWAY; THENCE NORTH 07 at the North quarter post of Section 20, Town 4 North, Range DEGREES 58 MINUTES 04 SEC­ 8 West, Township of Carlton, ONDS WEST, 137.38 FEET Barry County, Michigan, thence ALONG SAID CENTERLINE; East along said Section line 850 THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES feet; thence South 375 feet; 50 MINUTES 54 SECONDS thence West 850 feet; thence WEST 220.00 FEET; THENCE North 375 feet to the point of SOUTH 07 DEGREES 58 MIN­ beginning. Except commencing UTES 04 SECONDS EAST, at the Northwest corner of said 137.38 FEET TO THE POINT OF parcel, thence East 334 feet; BEGINNING. The redemption thence South 0 degrees 8 min­ period shall be 6 months from the utes East 210 feet, thence West date of such sale unless deter­ 334 feet, thence North 0 degrees 8 minutes West 210 feet to the mined abandoned in accordance point of beginning. Commonly with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which known address: 534 E. M43 Hwy, case the redemption period shall Hastings, Michigan 49058 Tax be 30 days from the date of such Parcel Number: 08-04-020-125­ sale. If the above referenced prop­ 100-00 The period within which erty is sold at a foreclosure sale the above premises may be under Chapter 600 of the Michigan redeemed shall expire six (6) Compiled Laws, under MCL months from the date of sale, 600.3278, the borrower will be unless determined abandoned in held responsible to the person accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. who buys the property at the mort­ 600.3241a, in which case the gage foreclosure sale or to the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. mortgage holder for damaging the Dated: January 23, 2013 FOS­ property during the redemption TER, SWIFT, COLLINS & period. MICHIGAN STATE HOUS­ SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL ING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORI­ Mortgagee/Assignee BANK Benjamin J. Price of TY Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Washington Square Lansing, Ml Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 48933 (517) 371-8253 (01­ USBW.001843 FHA 26)(02-16) 06803708 (01-19)(02-09) 06801834 �Page 10 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, February 9, 2013 Lions get win 10, but win 11 slips away at line by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions have reached double digit wins. Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ basketball team got its tenth win of the season, top­ ping visiting Parchment 70­ 53 Tuesday. The Lions jumped on the Panthers early, racing out to a 22-7 lead. Maple Valley hit its first five three-point attempts in that opening quar­ ter and added a three-point play with a bucket and a free throw as well. The Panthers clawed their way back into the ball game a bit, pulling within 35-27 by the half. The Lions extended their lead throughout the second half though. Micah Bromley led the Lions with 15 points, seven assists and five rebounds. Garret Miller had 14 points, Sam Benedict 10 and Garret Mater and Austin Gonser had nine points each. Gonser also had a team-high seven rebounds. Parchment got 15 points from Kendall Griffin and 13 from Tristan Jehnsen. Lion head coach Christopher Ewing said his Maple Valley guard Micah Bromley (left) creates some space for himself as team started calling it the throw-back night, because the Parchment’s Brandon Linstead defends during Tuesday’s KVA contest at Maple The Lions’ Austin Gonser flips up a shot as he crashes into Parchment’s Tristen Jehnsen Tuesday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Lions played in the small, Valley High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) new gym at Maple Valley The Lions are now 8-4 in High School. “Overall it was a very good the KVA this season, and 10game. We played team bas- 4 overall. at They fell 51-46 ketball said Ewing. “We got a lot of assists and we rebound- Kalamazoo Christian Friday. The Comets pulled in front ed well.” The Lions had double the 40-34 heading into the fourth rebounds of the Panthers, 30- quarter, then held on by going 9-of-11 at the free throw line 15. ished with 14 points each. Gonser had just four Gonser and Micah in the final eight minutes. The Lions didn’t help Bromley went off in the first points, but pulled down nine themselves at the line at all. meeting between the two rebounds. Tommy Mudge They were just 3-of-12 at the teams, so Ewing said he chipped in eight points for the free throw line in the fourth expected the Comets to focus Lions. quarter, and had a stretch where they were down two points and missed six straight foul shots. Brennan Heidema led the on them Friday. They did, and Miller and Mater stepped up Comets with ten points. Nate to lead the way offensively Niewoonder and Ben Doom for Maple Valley. They fin- had nine points each. Niewoonder hit three threes in the first half to get the Comet offense rolling. The Lions only turned the ball over three times in the loss. Maple Valley returns to action at home against Galesburg-Augusta Tuesday, then will host Schoolcraft Friday. Lions rally after rough third quarter against Fighting Irish by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Hackett Catholic Central came out of the half-time locker room and went on an 18-7 run to take the lead away from Maple Valley Tuesday. The Fighting Irish went on to a 54-49 Kalamazoo Valley Association victory in Vermontville. Lion head coach Landon Wilkes said it was “perceived pressure” that led to some turnovers by his team in that third quarter. Maple Valley was solid the rest of the night though. The two teams were tied 15-15 at the end of the opening quarter. The Lions managed to go into the halfwith a 26-24 lead. Wilkes said his girls did a good job of attacking the basket offensively, especially in Maple Valley guard Alivia Johncock fires up a jump shot against Hackett Catholic Central Tuesday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball coach Landon Wilkes tries to get his girls focused for the final few seconds of Tuesday’s KVA contest with Hackett Catholic Central. (Photo by Perry Hardin) sive on the offensive end recently. “She has that ability, some­ times she just doesn’t pull the trigger,” he said. After falling behind 42-33 heading into the fourth quarter, ter,the theLions Lionsmanaged managedto topull pull back within two points late in the game. They had the ball in the final minute down three, but a turnover ended the possession and the Fighting Irish finished off the win at the other end of the floor. Grace Smith led Hackett Balaguer and Kristen Schnelker chipped in nine points apiece. Maple Valley’s girls are now 1-15 overall this season and 1-13 in the KVA. The loss to the Irish was that first half. f. the second game in two days Timara Burd led Maple for the Lions, who fell 56-12 Valley in scoring with 13 to Parchment Monday. points. Olivia Ricketts and The Panthers got ten points Alivia Johncock chipped in each from Keeley Hinton and eight points each and Emily Meredith Stutz and eight Mattocks had six. apiece from Paige Berg and Wilkes said Johncock Kendyl Hinton. Ricketts led the Lions with knocked down a few jump shots, and it has been nice to with 14 points and Danielle four points. see her be a bit more aggres-Reits added 11. Katherine Friday was another tough one for Maple Valley. The Lions fell 52-18 at Kalamazoo Christian. The Comets raced out to a 32-10 lead in the first half. Carly Vandenberg led the Comets with 12 points, while Stephanie Vandelugt added 11 and Ashley Balkema ten. The Lions got nine points from Burd and five from Marissa Pierce. Maple Valley plays its final road game of the season Tuesday, at GalesburgAugusta, then will be home to take on Schoolcraft Friday night. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, February 9,2013 — Page 11 Maple Valley High names its Athletes of the Mfeek Tricia Grinage (right) from the varsity competitive cheer team and Diego Pesina from the varsity wrestling team have been named this week’s Maple Valley High School Athletes of the Week. More than a dozen young Lions medal at Portland Maple Valley Wrestling Club had 13 wrestles place at the MYWA tournament at Portland last weekend. The group included Jesse Brumm, Chandler Murton and Holden Creller who all placed first. Landen Bartley, Gaige Ertman, Gaige Cripe and Gavin Bartley placed second. Konnor Visger, Shayne Ertman, Anthony Riley placed third. Bryce Bignail, Mike Riley and Ray Halliwill, placed 4th. The club also had Hogan McCleary place first and the Gobles MYWA tournament. 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The Meat Grinders Championship tournament is Sunday at Lakewood High School. �Page 12 - Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, February 9,2013 Lions’ Pesina wins conference title at 215 pounds by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley senior Diego Pesina avenged his one league loss, then went on to win a conference champi­ onship at 215 pounds Saturday. Pesina defeated Constantine’s Phil VanZile 3-1 in the 215-pound cham­ pionship match, a round after topping Delton Kellogg’s Calob Montes. Pesina topped Montes 9-3 in the semifinals, after dropping a close deci­ sion to him in their teams’ league dual. “He just wrestled,” Maple Valley coach Chris Ricketts said of Pesina. “When he wrestled (Montes) the first time he didn’t wrestle. He just stopped. He wrestled today, really.” Maple Valley had three guys reach the finals. The Lions’ Travis Franks was pinned by Constantine’s Ben Mallo 1:18 into their 171pound championship match. Franks’ teammate Kodee Crouch at 112 pounds made it the full six minutes in the final, but fell 5-1 to Parchment’s Lino Gonzales. “Kodee has become a very consistent wrestler,” Ricketts said. “He’s worked very hard and he wrestled well. He had a good tournament.” Crouch reached the cham­ pionship round by besting Pennfield’s Taylor Brown 8­ 7 in the semifinals. Maple Valley’s Zack Rosenberger holds Schoolcraft’s Caleb Piper on his back dur­ ing the first period of their 285-pound consolation final Saturday at Delton Kellogg High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley Diego Pesina (left) accepts his 215pound championship medal and his bracket from coach Chris Ricketts at the end of Saturday’s KVA Tournament in Delton. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Franks pulled out a couple of impressive wins to get the chance to go up against Mallo in the 171-pound final, pinning Parchment’s Tyler Burlingham in 1:48 and then topping Schoolcraft’s Tyler Hufford 6-5. Maple Valley also had Zack Rosenberger third at 285 pounds and Rodney IT WOULD Tickle Our IF YOU WOULD JOIN US FOR A ML8T4(HE BASH in oj? (HARLtS I l'TJiAM fl'TSAM DISTRICT LIDRART S POTH AMIIVERSARY Monday, February 18th Stop by Anytime 10 am—6 pm MUSTACHES PROVIDED... Prizes if you bring your own! * * * Refreshments & 06804753 Bement fourth at 152. Rosenberger beat Schoolcraft’s Caleb Piper 7­ 0 in their match for third place, while Bement was pinned by Schoolcraft’s Jason VanDyken in their consolation final. Constantine won its fourth straight league champi­ onship in the KVA, finishing the day with 227 points. Schoolcraft was second with 181 points, followed by Parchment 173.5, Pennfield 109, Olivet 100, Maple Valley 82.5, Delton Kellogg 64 and Galesburg-Augusta 23. The day’s other champi­ ons were Constantine’s Cody Hartwick (135 pounds), Andreas Montoya (140), Tommy Reed (152) and Andrew Turner (285), Schoolcraft had Justin Braford (103), Zac Sharp (119) and Dakota Stanfill (189), Parchment’s Andy Caffrey (125) Bradley Willis (130), and Cody Mikel (160) and Olivet’s Cameron Murphy (145). The Lions finished tied for sixth in the overall confer­ ence standings with Olivet. Maple Valley’s team sea­ son came to an end Wednesday, as it fell to Belding 61-12 in the 3 Division District Tournament the Lions host­ ed. The Redskins won their GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. • New Construction Designed and Installed • Boiler Installation and Service • Radiant Floor Tubing and Ceiling Installation • Duct Cleaning and Sanitizing • High-Efficiency Furnace and Air Conditioning Installation « 24-Hour Phone Senrice * Free Estimates Lions to wrestle for six min­ utes. Pesina fell 12-1 to Todd Haller, while Pixley was downed 5-2 by Dan Foster. “We were a little disap­ pointed, until we saw them wrestle Portland,” said Lion coach Tony Wawiemia. “Portland only won one match and they were pinned faster than we were, so we felt better afterwards. I think going into Individijaf Districts we should b^^able to hang with Portland and Lake wood.” The Lions are at Lakewood High School g today (Feb. 9) for their Division 3 Individual District Tournament. semifinal match with Maple Valley, then went on to top Portland 52-30 in the cham­ pionship match. Portland and Lakewood tied 33-33 in the other semi­ final, with the Raiders com­ ing out on top on the fourth criteria tie-breaker. Maple Valley got its only points in its match with Belding from a pair of for­ feits, to Franks at 171 pounds and Rosenberger at 285. Belding scored six pins anti got six points three times because of voids in the Lion line-up. 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SwTAT;E ^ct ^c Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 7, February 16, 2013 Elizabeth Wetzel crowned 2013 maple syrup queen by Shari Carney Staff Writer Elizabeth Wetzel, a junior at Maple Valley High School, was crowned Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen at the 73rd annual queen’s night Tuesday, Feb. 12. The candidates, Wetzel, Bailey Blodgett and Skylar Chapman, all juniors, and guests were treated to a din­ ner hosted by the Vermontville Lions Club. Approximately 40 people were in attendance. The Dandy Lions, a serv­ ice-oriented group led by Christine Terpening, poured drinks for guests and later sang of the merits of maple syrup. After dinner the three can­ didates faced the judges, Scott Ommen and Shari Carney of J-Ad Graphics and Liza Sayer of the County Journal. Questions ranged from syrup production, the festival, personal accomaccomplishments and plans after high school. Two questions posed by Sayer were on cur­ rent events topics: the testing of nuclear bombs in North Korea and opinions on what to do about gun violence in Members of the junior and senior classes of Maple Valley who are competing for the title of prince, princess, king and queen of the winter homecoming are back row, (from left) princess candidates, Lindsey Mattocks, Danielle Vandyke and Hanna Kyle; queen candidates, Timara Burd, Meghann Zank and Doey Fighter. Front row, are prince candidates, Seth Gurd, Tyler Lance and Micah Bromley and king candidates, Tommy Mudge, Nate VanStee and Arden Burd. Winter Homecoming plans announced for Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Newly crowned queen, Elizabeth Wetzel, (from left) with court members Skylar Chapman and Bailey Blodgett, begin a year full of activities representing maple syrup producers from Vermontville and Nashville. The girls have the opportunity to participate in up to 20 parades throughout the state. schools and public places. The three also were judged on appearance, poise, speaking ability, first-hand experience in syrup produc- tion and an essay ofwhy they wanted to be queen. The newly elected queen See QUEEN, page 6 The theme for the 2013 Winter Homecoming for Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School is “90’s Cartoons.” Students in Norma Jean Acker’s leadership class have established the follow­ ing activities for homecoming days, Wednesday to Friday, Feb. 20 to 22. Noon hour activities will be: • Wednesday, half court shot. Thursday, musical FFA member advances to state level Jadelyn Stewart, a sopho­ more at Maple Valley, will advance to the state finals in March, after winning the extemporaneous public speaking contest at Region I competition Tuesday, Feb. 12, in Coldwater. The extemporaneous pub­ lic speaking contest requires members to prepare a speech in 30 minutes on a selected topic. The speech must be four to six minutes in length. Stewart’s topic was “How can FFA members contribute to the nutritional well-being of consumers?” Jacob Ramey and Shelby Anderson also competed in the regional contest Tuesday. Ramey received a sixth place silver award in extemporane­ ous public speaking on the topic of agriscience and tech­ nology. Anderson received a gold award, placing fourth in the job interview contest, apply­ ing for the position of agri­ cultural sales assistant. “I am very proud of all of the competitors from Maple Valley,” said Advisor Aaron chairs. • Friday, dress and shoot. Each class will have a car­ toon theme: seniors, Scooby Doo; juniors, Pokemon; sophomores, Wild Thomberry’s and freshman, Cow and Chicken. Dress up day is Wednesday when students will wear their respective class colors. Thursday is Dress as a Celebrity Day and Friday, School Spirit Day. Class colors are: seniors, lime green and purple; jun­ iors, blue and yellow; soph­ omores, orange and pink and freshman, gray and brown. Barry County Child Abuse Council is the charity chosen to benefit from a penny wars fundraiser held in conjunc- tion with homecoming. Each penny donated will be worth one point. Points earned will be added to each class total, toward the homecoming spirit award. Snowball is the theme of the annual winter homecom­ ing dance, which will be Saturday Feb. 23 from 8 to 11 p.m. Cost for the dance is $5 or $4 with a canned good donation. Elections for king, queen, prince, and princess will take place Wednesday, Feb. 20. The traditional power ball volleyball game between junior and senior boys will be Wednesday, Feb. 20 at 7 p.m. in the Maple Valley new gym. The winners will play the staff team; admis­ sion is $5. Schools will be closed Feb. 18 and March 1 Maple Valley Schools will be closed Monday, Feb. 18 and again March 1. Trimester two exams will take place Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 27 and 28, with no school Friday, March 1. In This Issue... Maple Valley sophomore Jadelyn Stewart (left) is named winner of the extemporaneous public speaking contest at the regional competition in Coldwater Tuesday. She receives the award from Jaime Curth, a 2012 Maple Valley graduate, who went all the way to national competition in the same event last year. Michigan State University Saari. “They were all great represent Maple Valley at representatives of our FFA the state competition as a hosts the state finals the first chapter and school. I am sophomore in a competition full week of March. especially proud that Jadelyn that is usually dominated by will get the opportunity to seniors and juniors.” • Prosecutor warns Nashville council president; Dunham put on notice • Lions find new league after years and years of searching • Mustache Bash launching Putnam’s 90th anniversary year • Lion heavyweights earn spots in regional tourney �Page 2 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, February 16,2013 Revue hosting auditions Vermontville 100 years of history — 1836 to 1936 for Tittle Mermaid Jr. Auditions for The Revue Children’s Theater produc­ tion of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid Jr.” will be Tuesday, Feb. 19, for sixth to eighth graders and Wednesday Feb. 20 for fourth to sixth graders at 7 p.m. at Main Street Theatre. This classic Disney title contains all of the songs from the Academy Award­ winning animated feature film, as well as three new songs from the Broadway show. Rehearsals will begin Thursday, Feb. 21, at 7 p.m. and will continue Mondays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m., and two Wednesdays a month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Rehearsal times will be extended closer to performance weekend. The cast will include approximately 70 fourth to eighth graders. A portion of the cast will be double cast and will perform a single weekend only. Performances will be two weekends: May 3 to 5 and 10 to 12. Matinees will be performed for local schools Friday, May 3, and Friday, May 10, in addition to the evening performances. A third weekend of perform­ ances may be added for May 17 to 19. Children wishing to audi­ tion next week are asked bring a current photo and to arrive a few minutes early, since parents will need to fill out an audition form. Children will be called in groups of five or six to learn a portion of one ofthe songs to sing for the director, music director and producer. Some children will be asked to stay until the end to read from the script and possibly sing again. New this year, approxi­ mately a dozen of the 70 cast members will be on Heely-style roller skates. To be considered for a skating part, children should bring their heel skates and be pre- pared to demonstrate their ability during the audition process. Only those with the most control will be allowed to wear skates during the performance. Each child cast in the show will be required to pay a $35 participation fee. This fee, to be collected at the first rehearsal, will cover a rehearsal compact disc, a souvenir short-sleeved Tshirt and any minor costume pieces. A discount for fami­ lies with more than one child participating will be provided. Main Street Theatre is located in downtown Nashville, at 301 N. Main St., on the comer of Washington Street. Those auditioning should use the side entrance off Washington Street and gath­ er in the banquet room on the main level. For more information, call Hollie Auten, 517-285­ 4037, or email therevuel @yahoo.com. Olivet College students accepted into Michigan Small Colleges Art Exhibition Vermontville native, Genie Gagnon's work chosen Thirteen Olivet College students will be featured among Michigan’s most promising young artists dur­ ing the 2013 Michigan Small Colleges Art Exhibition on Monday, Feb. 11 through Sunday, March 10 at the Flora Kirsch Beck Gallery in Alma College’s Clack Art Center. The event, which is free and open to the public, fea­ tures the work of students from Adrian, Albion, Alma and Olivet Colleges. Olivet students who were accepted for the exhibition include: Genie Gagnon, a senior from Vermontville, graphite, “Shoes;” Alex Alvarez, a junior from Eastpointe, carved plaster, “Chrome Bottle;” Andrew McLain, a junior from Charlotte, charcoal and graphite, “Impression Session;” Alyssa Meny, a junior from Marshall, carved plaster, “Skeleton Key;” Chris Floyd, a senior from Hastings, cast stone and plas­ winners from more than 100 tic, “Gamer Pride,” and char­ entries during a reception coal, “Pikmin in My Palm;” and ceremony Sunday, Emily LaPorta, a senior from March 10 from 2 to 4 p.m. Hamilton, digital photos, This year’s juror is Karen “Undisturbed Water” and Bondarchuk. In her mixed “Tranquility Along the media sculptures and draw­ Shore;” Esteban Russell, a ings, Bondarchuk explores sophomore from Dewitt, the artificial nature of most graphite, “Standing Vans;” humans’ relationships with Hannah Foster, a sophomore animals. As part of the art from Eaton Rapids, acrylic faculty at Western Michigan paint, “Ichthus;” Mahalia University, Bondarchuk is Stelter, a sophomore from the Foundation Area Coloma, charcoal and pastel, Coordinator. Having earned “Memento Mori,” and char­ a Master of Fine Arts in coal and carbon dust, sculpture from Ohio State “Peephole;” Naomi University and a Bachelor of Haralson, a senior from Fine Arts in sculpture/video Bellevue, oil on canvas, from the Nova Scotia “Gone Fishin’’’and “Olive College of Art and Design, Massacre;” Stephanie Craw, she exhibits widely and is the a senior from Marshall, oil recipient of numerous grants on canvas, “Fire Element and fellowships. Series;” Taylor Misel, a sen­ Gallery hours are Monday ior from Three Rivers, through Friday from 9 a.m. carved plaster, “Men’s Ugg to 5 p.m., Saturday from 10 Slipper;” and Them Smith, a a.m. to 2 p.m., or by appointsenior from Battle Creek, ment. The gallery will be graphite, “Nude.” closed Saturday, Feb. 23 Ajuror will select 14 prize through Sunday, March 3. D ‘Ow? 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 06799907 Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager PartHI by Juliette L. Gehman and Jennie E. Martin After the drafting of the rules and regulations of the proposed Colony had been completed and approved, the documents were signed by 42 persons but only 22 sign­ ers became, later, actual resi­ dents ofVermontville, and of these all but three were citi­ zens of Vermont. The names of these Colonists follow, with their occupation: Rev. Sylvester Cochrane, clergyman; Hiram K. Mears, wheelwright; Jacob Fuller, cooper; Simeon McCotter, cabinet-maker; Walter S. Fairfield, printer; Daniel Barber, merchant; Martin S. Norton,. black­ smith; Dewey H. Robinson, physician; Bazaleel Taft, machinist; Wells R. Martin, surveyor; Levi Merrill Jr., Simon S. Church, Oren Dickinson, Elijah S. Mead, Waite J. Squier, Stephen D. Scovell, Sidney B. Gates, Jay Hawkins, Roger W. Griswold and Edward H. Barber were farmers. Charles Imus had no given trade, and the names of Willard Davis, George S. Browning and Oliver J. Stiles are added to the roster as residents of Bellevue, Mich., evidently attracted by the plans of the committee. The contributions to the land-purchase fund totaled $5,792.50 and in April 1836 the committee, consisting of S.S. Church, William J. Henry and Waite J. Squier left the East, taking as their instructions “the charge of Moses to the representatives of the 12 tribes of Israel sent to search out the land of Canaan as set forth in Numbers 13:17-20.” “And Moses sent them to spy out the land of Canaan and said unto them, ‘get you up this way Southward, and go up into the mountain, and see the land, what it is; and the people that dwelleth therein, whether they be strong or weak, few or many; and what the land is that they dwell in, whether it be good or bad; and what cities they be that they dwell in, whether in tents or in strongholds; and what the land is, whether it be fat or lean, whether there be wood therein or not; and be ye of good courage, and bring of the fruit of the land.’” The committee was asked in part to consider, in select­ ing a location, as a “first con­ sideration a healthy place with good water, ... a rich and fertile soil well-watered, interspersed with wood and prairie if practicable ... con­ sider the country around. Is there a prospect of its being speedily settled? ... Is it where produce can be got to market? ... Let it be near some navigable water, not compel 150 souls to make a journey of 150 miles over intolerable roads and get homesick before they see the place.” After leaving Vermont, the committee made its way to Michigan by stage and lake boat, landing at Detroit. From there they again took the stage — an open wagon — with the United States Land Office at Kalamazoo as their destination. The roads were terrible and progress very slow. Investigation of the coun­ try around Kalamazoo proved unsuccessful so, engaging a guide, they made a further exploring tour into the country around Grand Rapids, and what is now called Barry County. However, no location could be found filling the specifi­ cations ...” a tract of govern­ ment land of the quality and quantity needed, in a solid body unbroken by swamps or marshes and free from “cat holes.” After a discouraged return to Battle Creek, Mr. Church met Col. Barnes of Full Prairie who had helped sur­ vey Eaton County. He said they might find in “town 3 north of range 6 west,” the amount of land needed, and an investigation at the land office indicated a virgin tract still held by the government with the exception of one parcel. No other site proving to be open, the entire com­ mittee explored the township and were satisfied it was a favorable location, and on May 27, 1836, the amount of land desired was purchased from the government and upon Section 21, the village of Vermontville was platted — “one mile and 40 rods long East and West by one half mile North and South” divided into 36 lots, farm lots being located around the vil­ lage in every direction. This plan of settlement made near-neighbors of colonists, and from the beginning they enjoyed the benefits of school, church and social life in the new town named for their native state. While in many ways this little group of pioneers was self-sustaining as to the vari­ ous trades, the nearest post office, trading point, grist mill, etc. was Bellevue, 14 miles away, and much purchasing was done at Marshall, 28 miles distant. The nearest sawmill was at Kalamo. The Marshall and Ionia road passed through Vermontville and became the first weekly mail route in western Eaton County. In 1840, a post office was established in the village, and Dr. Dewey Robinson appointed postmaster. In connection with the platting of the village, a pub­ lic square at the center was set aside in perpetuity by the trustees who accomplished this by deeding one-thirtysecond of this land to each colonist. The northwest quarter became the site of the first log school house and later, the Academy; the southwest quarter, in the early 1860s, the location of the Congregational church; the northeast quarter in later years the site of the Methodist Episcopal church. The southeast quarter was devoted to general business use, eventually being planted with trees for a park. It was occupied for some of the early years by hay­ scales, and served as a start­ ing point for a lusty growth of Canada thistles brought in the Vermont rye straw used by Waite J. Squier to pack his household goods for moving. To quote directly from the History of Vermontville written by Hon. E.W. Barber in 1897: ... “With very few exceptions the original settlers have passed away but the thistles still survive them.” (Author’s note: After a hundred years, the present generations of those thistles are still “going strong” in the center of the village.) So the Union Colony was started. While the location did not meet all the desired specifications as originally stated, the land was good and well-watered, and the settlers coming with their families as rapidly as possible, turned their best efforts into making a real and permanent home in the forest-wilderness. Call for classifieds 269-945-9554 or 1-896-870-7985 ATTENTION NASHVILLE RESIDENTS The Nashville Maple Syrup Association will be tapping Mapletrees this week. Please place a ribbon or string around any tree you do not want tapped Ifyou plan to bring in sap, please call 517-852-9189 to be sure we are ready! The NMSA is a non-profit organization that donates profits toward local charities. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, February 16, 2013 — Page 3 Free smoking-cessation workshop planned A workshop to help smok­ ers quit the nicotine habit is planned for Wednesday, Feb. 27, from noon to 2 p.m. at the Barry-Eaton District Health Department, 330 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings. 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Box 95 Res. Vermontville, MI (517) 726-0637 49096-0095 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. "Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship............. ........ 11 a.m. ................... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service .......... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 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 answer can only be that it is a prison of our own choosing. 517-852-9100 -Christopher Simon 501 N. Main (M-66) • Nashville, Ml A Nashville Destination! GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training . PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service.....................................6 Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship............................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. Wed. 5:30 p.m.................. Family Supper 5 mi. south ofNashville) 6:00-7:15........................... Pioneer Club Sunday School............................... 10 a Sun: 9:00 Sunday S Aoo.Ml. Service 11:15 10: 00 Church rvPic.Me. Service 6 11: 00.................................... Fellowship PASTOR GEORGE GAY QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 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 M-79 West W.orship . 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road SIMPLY THE BEST! ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mas 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................... 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 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800033 �Page 4 - Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, February 16,2013 Prosecutor warns Nashville Village Council president Dunham put on notice The Maple Valley News has received a copy of a let­ ter sent to Nashville Village Council President Frank Dunham from then-Barry County Prosecutor Tom Evans, dated Dec. 28, 2012. In the letter, Evans informs Dunham of the com- Little-known facts about the Lincoln family (from left) Mary, Robert, Thomas “Tad” and President Abraham Lincoln, will be the subject of the next Civil War history sem­ inar sponsored by the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War Camp 17. (Photo: Library of Congress) Sunfield area Civil War group hosting Lincoln seminar Feb. 26 From a prop used in “The Wizard of Oz” that once belonged to Abraham Lincoln, to a present-day Oscar-winning actor related to Lincoln’s mother, Nancy Hanks Lincoln, the trivia will be interesting and enlighten­ ing at the Sons of Union Veterans Camp 17’s next seminar on Civil War histo­ ry, said Paul Arnold, a mem­ ber of the group, and organ­ izer for the seminar series. “The presentation will include two dozen facts just as fascinating,” said Arnold. The seminar will begin Tuesday, Feb. 26, at 7 p.m. at Sunfield United Brethren Church, 8436 W. Grand Ledge Highway (M-43). Presenter Rick Brown is a noted Lincoln scholar who has spent more than 40 years conducting research regard­ ing Abraham Lincoln, his family and period newspa­ pers chronicling his tenure as president and his subsequent assassination. While a junior in high school in April 1965 Brown purchased his first historic newspaper. It was the April 28, 1865, edition of the Philadelphia Inquirer with coverage of the capture and death of John Wilkes Booth. On display the night of the presentation will be Brown’s Traveling Lincoln Assassination Museum, which contains more than 50 items, including newspapers, broadsides (large posters (-Dianas (-Ptace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday — Friday S£. Comer of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 j je IftTimcToCelcbrate Birthday! Pat Prescott will be turning 8o yean old on February zoi}. To honor Pat on her birthday Mari, Nlke§ Maggie are having a card shower! PatsAddressls; 10701 Maurice Creek Dr. Biverview, Florida^ such as proclamations), engravings and a mourning ribbon worn at Lincoln’s funeral in Philadelphia. In addition, the diary of a resident of Washington, D.C., written during the time of the assassination will be on display, as will sheet music, 19th and 20th century photographs, booklets and letters. The presentation is offi­ cially recognized by the State of Michigan Civil War Sesquicentennial Commission, and the National Organization of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War as a Civil War Sesquicentennial signature event, said Arnold. Admission is free and refreshments will be served. White makes Adrian College dean’s list SAT-SUN 11:20, 1:50,4:20, 6:50, 9:20 MON-TH 4:20,6:50,9:20 the alleged violations. “Please consider yourself on notice that, given this let­ ter, any subsequent viola­ tions of the act likely will be considered intentional and could result in criminal pros­ ecution and civil damages.” No record of the letter is contained in village council minutes, though the matter was, reportedly, addressed at a village council meeting by a private citizen. Lions find new league after years and years of searching by Brett Bremer Sports Editor A name will likely be decided upon next week. What sports will be offered and how champions will be crowned will follow sometime after that. It’s now official that Maple Valley will be a part of a new conference in the Lansing area, which will also include Lakewood, Peny and Stockbridge from the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division and current independents Leslie and Lansing Christian. The Lakewood Board of Education, by a 5-2 vote Monday, approved the move. Leslie also approved the move Monday. Maple Valley approved the move at its school board meeting in December. “Our goal is to form a conference of like minded communities that will compliment each other academically and athletically,” said Stockbridge athletic director Korey Bradley in a statement released Wednesday afternoon. “This will assist us in creating a long term home that is both a competitive and a balanced fit for all teams involved. We are in the early stages of forming this new conference and anticipate starting competition in the 2014-2015 school year.” The six schools have made a four-year commitment to each other. Maple Valley comes into the the league from Kalamazoo Valley Association (KVA), which it joined in 2006. The KVA expanded to ten teams in 2008, adding Schoolcraft and Constantine. Maple Valley athletic director Duska Brumm said it was at that point that the Lions started looking for a new league. Other KVA schools had little interest in splitting into divisions to limit travel, and the Lions had little interest in making trips as far as Schoolcraft and Constantine. “It’s the travel, the distance,” said Brumm. “They are so far away. It’s like an hour and 15 minutes to Schoolcraft and an hour and a half to an hour and 45 minutes to Constantine. I think that’s about what it is.” The trip to Stockbridge is slightly shorter than the trip to Schoolcraft, and the trip to Perry is a little shorter than a trip to Constantine. Brumm added that Maple Valley is also less likely to run into severe weather conditions heading east for its conference contests during the winter season than heading to the south and west. Lakewood and Maple Valley are the two closest competitors in the new league, separated by less than 15 miles. Lakewood will be the biggest school in the new conference. Viking athletic director Bill Barker said expansion to eight or nine teams is possible, but the plan is to not allow any schools with an enrollment of over 700 into the new league. Brumm said that distance, school size and the types of communities involved played a big role in the selection of schools for the league. The six founding schools are all in rural communities, where student-athletes grow up having similar opportunities. The Lions would still love to maintain rivalries with its closer KVA opponents, like Olivet, Delton Kellogg and Pennfield ifpossible. Brumm said the school was completely open with the other KVA member schools about its search for a new league. MOPS meeting is Tuesday Dale White of Nashville was named to the dean’s list at Adrian College for the fall Mothers of preschoolers 2012 semester. will meet at Vermontville To qualify, students must Bible Church Tuesday, Feb. earn a grade point average of 19, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. 3.5 or higher for the semes­ MOPS is an international ter. organization that exists to encourage, equip and devel­ op mothers of preschoolers HASTINGS 4 to realize their potential as 269-205-4900 Iwomen, mothers and leaders 1U1 AALI U Downtow. Hasti 1(EAT Y on Stilt St, |in the name of Jesus Christ, EGRQSTI.com and on Facebook said Lacey Cunningham, O(hUr an UU n BARGAIN twilight organizer. DAILY 4:00-6:00 PM ‘ excludtt Digital 3D “Join us for a morning of O No passes (§) Stadium Seeling rest, instruction, support and SHOWTIMES 2/16 - 2/21_ affirmation. MOPS is a place LEWIS & CLARK: GREAT JOURNEY WEST MON. 2/18 4:00,5:15,6:30.7:45 for you to make new friends, 030 ESCAPE FROM PLANET EARTH share experiences, laugh and (PG) JZ.50 PREMIUM pen 3D TICKET SAT-SUN. TUE-TH 4:00,9:00 express creativity through MON 9:00 O ESCAPE FROM PLANET EARTH (PG) various activities,” said SAT-SUN 11:30,1:35,6:30 Cunningham. “It is also TUE-TH 6:30 ©©SAFE HAVEN (PG-13) where we draw upon Biblical SAT-SUN 11:10,1:40,4:10,6:40,9:10 principles pertaining to MON-TH 4:10, 6:40,9:10 O®A GOOD DAY TO DIE HARO (R) womanhood, marriage and SAT-SUN 11:50,2:10,4:40,7:10,9:40 MON-TH 4:40, 7:10, 9:40 parenting.” ©IDENTITY THIEF (R) pletion of an investigation into several alleged viola­ tions of the Open Meeting Act that took place April 5, April 12 and May 10, 2012 “My opinion is that the police committee has violat­ ed the Open Meetings Act ...,” stated Evans. “It appears that the violations were not intentional, in part because of prior counsel with the vil­ lage attorney; therefore I will not be prosecuting you for Guest speakers this month will be Dave and Sheryl Baker speaking on the topic of modem technology and parenting. There will also be a craft to make. If Maple Valley schools are closed, the meeting will be canceled. For more information, call Cunningham, 517-285-1032, or email office@myvbc.org. This Wednesday Night Judy’s BBQ Ribs Country Kettle Cafe Saturday - Thursday Dishes to Choose From 4 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 06805171 2$15 AU specials include: Potato, Vegetable, Roll, Soup & Salad Bar �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, February 16,2013 — Page 5 iJSK Memories of the Past School finances critical 50 years ago *wS ^sj xx5' w5' ^sj sj ;x5 Reports in a 50-year-old Nashville High School newspaper tell of financial woes facing Michigan schools and announce a roundtable meeting here to discuss the matter. Prior to that event, some 800 superintendents and school board members converged Jan. 28,1933, on Lansing to push for legislation to equalize school costs throughout the state. Petitions were circulated to seek support from sources other than real estate tax. There were 58 dozen sold...” "*C> C> \k>d " "J^Wl !,“t®i t®is|»<!nl skdsjiiimjy^ ■^**M»fcnj|| is® Ihnnita^' ^■1 ^stul bp; <Mi araaiartjjp b s ilf nltiit^j 3 & Jitffiliifsteitiii .1iffimlomifti| ftti sMta^ 2S E nli MiwWbi !i~- ijBfijriiS'iS Ittdon^oumi f (WMaMg* fci hffiW!= ^ailkjWn ^ailkjWnia t^j|W|^klfc gs Ss®iiis’to ij! one field goal. Navue was high point man with seven points...” term. “Mildred Caley is visiting her brother Howard and his family in Kalamazoo. Vid Roe attended the Spartan Women’s League formal last Friday at Michigan State. Elizabeth Gibson has a posi­ tion at the Co-op Creamery since finishing at Argubright’s. “Sandy Mason has been sacking onions recently, and the last time 1 saw him he seemed to be getting quite strong. Saw Roy Furlong in town the other day. He had been working in a Grant store in Chicago, but at pres­ ent he is home for a vacation of indefinite length. “Tippy Sackett and Billy Roe went to East Lansing last Saturday to visit the lat­ ter’s brother and attended the State-Meiji basketball game. Margarite Burton, having concluded her visit at the John Woodard home, is stay­ ing with relatives in Colon.” Sophomores attend Farmers Week “Farmers Week found Last court game of sea­ everyone excited: at last son at Vermontville there was something to break “The last basketball game the monotony. The crops of the season will be played class went Wednesday. at Vermontville, Feb. 24. Eldon Day, who is county Nashville defeated champion in sheep-shearing, Vermontville here in our first entered the state contest at game, and Vermontville is night. out to avenge this defeat. “Ardis Brumm is a new The team will need every News of NHS eagers filled the sports page of the Feb. 6, 1933, issue of The member in our class. We are student’s support and we Informant. The team played home games at the old opera house, seen at left in photo, always glad to welcome new want everyone there ...” dodging red-hot potbellied stoves on either end of the court. This photo is dated 1934 pupils to our happy fold. “We can’t expect to have Baseball prospects but shows the same players mentioned in the 1933 Informant, (from left) Maurice sophomore notes unless we “When Coach A.A. Reed Purchis, Russell Partridge, Bob Ackett, Vernon Navue and Bill Roe. (Photo loaned have a little pep and do issues the call for baseball courtesy of Fred Corkins) something worth writing and starts practice, there will about. Let’s have a few class be several vacant positions to This Memories ofthe Past will follow a roundtable dis­ Department. Lloyd Shafer, parties; let’s get some spirit fill. Graduation took its toll article by the late Susan cussion on school finance. Barry County Scout execu­ before we die out altogeth­ among the baseball players Hinckley first appeared in Supt. A.J. Stroud of tive, will be the toastmaster. er.” but nevertheless we expect a the Maple Valley News Feb. Tekonsha will speak on The banquet will be at 7:30 strong team. First in need is a 15, 1983. Nashville defeated by ‘Increasing Fiscal new batter. Gage, our steady p.m. at the Community Middleville team Consciousness on the Part of House. Tickets are 30 cents, regular pitcher, will be ineli­ A 50-year-old issue of The Teachers.’ “Middleville won the bas­ gible and Varney, last year’s and if you haven’t bought Informant, a Nashville High “It is hoped that the board yours yet, do so soon. There ketball game played there backstop, has graduated...” School newspaper “of the members will take advantage will be plenty of eats for Friday, Feb. 3, by a score of Alumni notes students and community,” of the opportunity to become everyone...” “ ... Not much to say, but Remember back 19 to 11. “In the first (half of the) — oh, yes, Briddy Gribben provides the topic for this acquainted with the financial “When we could whisper week’s Memories of the situation of schools in this game both teams played cau­ was home for the weekend. in assemble without having Editorial Past. (The origin ofthe paper state. Never has there been a “Where is the pep that we tiously, each side looking for Incidentally, Bill Kleinhans to give one of Mr. Smith’s was covered in a Memories time quite as critical as the had at the first of the year? an opening, but in the last was in Nashville at the same so-called ‘speeches.’ published Oct. 12, 1982.) present. Some schools have What’s the matter with halfthey speeded up, and the time. Connie Rothaar is tak­ “When our class parties We are quoting today from closed because of lack of everyone — spring fever? game was characterized by ing German lessons from were a success and everyone the issue of Feb. 6, 1933, in funds, and many others will It’s too early for that. Where general roughness, two dou- Mrs. Herman Maurer. [I] See attended. Pat McNitt around town “When we had enough which the Informant staff be forced to close unless are the good old class parties ble fouls resulting. “Ackett, playing his first occasionally. Illness caused news to publish two reported on topics ranging something very definite is of former times? Why aren’t from serious to silly. The accomplished in school leg­ more students attending the full game at the pivot posi- her to discontinue her studies Informants a month.” games? Why can’t we have tion, played fairly well but at Western State shortly first article excerpted below islation.” bears an almost eerie parallel pep meetings, or some occa­ lacked experience. He sank before the end of the first sional fun to break the to the financial crises in pub­ Rev. S.J. Francis will move to Rogers City monotony? lic schools exactly a half­ “Think it over, folks. Let’s “Rev. Sydney Francis will century later. The nation was still reeling from the blow of soon leave Nashville to start take inventory of ourselves Vermontville Township the Great Depression when work in a distant city. On a and see if we can’t get out these stories appeared in check-up through our school the good old school spirit P.O. Box 215 system, we find that all of us and polish it; we can’t afford 1933. Vermontville, MI 49096 are going to miss him in sev­ to lose it altogether.” Superintendent’s round­ eral ways... 2013 BOARD OF REVIEW Hot dish relieves monot­ “To say that we will miss table MEETING SCHEDULE ony of lunches “The next meeting of the him is a statement that will “The girls home econom­ Superintendent’s roundtable barely cover the facts, for we The Vermontville Township Board of Review for 2013 will be held at the Vermontville Opera House, 230 S. will be held Feb. 14 at the are losing in Nashville not ics department is serving hot Main St on the following dates: Nashville Evangelical only a very efficient minister lunches to the country chil­ Tuesday, March 5th, 8:00am to 9:00am for an Organizational Meeting dren at the noon hour. These Church basement. Supper but also a real booster for the Petitions will be heard on: lunches consist of one dish. will be served at 6:30 o’clock community. Monday, March 11th, 3:00pm to 9:00pm = Appeal Hearing “The child pays for the “On several occasions, by the senior class. If you Tuesday, March 12th, 9:00am to 3:00pm = Appeal Hearing think the seniors incapable of Rev. Francis has delivered dish by furnishing material The Board of Review will meet as many more days as deemed necessary to hear questions, protests, and to satisfying your strongest messages before the high for the dinner. A group of 32 assessments. By board resolution, residents are able to protest by letter, provided protest letter is whims, just glance over this school assembly. He was the our girls plan, cook and received prior to March 12th. menu: chicken, Southern active leader of the Hi-Y serve the luncheon. About 40 children are being served style; biscuits, gravy, mashed work since last September. The tentative ratios and multipliers for each class of real property and personal property for 2013 are as potatoes, buttered carrots, Our school seldom had an daily ...” follows: MULTIPLIER RATIO pickles, cabbage salad, bread, athletic contest which he did Girl Scouts take lime­ 1.00 50.00% not attend...” Agricultural coffee, pie. light in month’s events 1.00 50.00% Commercial “Invitations have been 1.00 50.00% Residential “The Girl Scouts sold Annual father and son extended to many superin­ 1.00 50.00% Industrial doughnuts last Saturday. The banquet Tuesday tendents, board members and 1.00 50.00% Personal Property “W.S. Carpenter will troop mothers, Mrs. Mae principals ... Representative Smith, Mrs. Bessie Brown, address the lads and dads at Parker of Middleville will Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Notice: The Township will provide necessary reasonable services to the annual banquet Feb. 7. Mrs. Ethel Mapes, Mrs. Lelia talk on ‘Financing individuals with disabilities at the Board of Review meetings upon three (3) days notice. Contact Jack Michigan’s Public Schools Mrs. Carpenter is director of Lentz and Mrs. Wallace, fried Owens, 7540 Vermontville Hwy., Vermontville, MI. Telephone No. 517.726.1241. 06805131 State Welfare them for us. We netted over $9. in the Future,’ after which the 2013 BOARD OF REVIEW NOTICE �Page 6 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, February 16,2013 Putnam District Library is celebrating its 90th anniversary with Mustache Bash in honor of its benefactor, Charles Putnam. Library aide Savannah Shilton (left) and Kathleen Welch, interim assistant director, prepare for the fun planned for Monday, Feb. 18. Mustache Bash launching Putnam’s 90th anniversary year Putnam District Library will kick off its 90th anniver- COBB WEIL 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 transfer of the maple syrup queen’s crown transpired at the 73rd annual queen’s night Tuesday, Feb. 12. Last year’s queen and court (back row, from left) Meghann Zank, Gretchen Hakenjos, Yulanda Sheridan and Shennondoah Fighter stand with newly crowned queen, Elizabeth Wetzel, and court members Bailey Blodgett and Skylar Chapman. inspired by the heavy mus­ tache sported by Charles. Portraits of the Putnam’s are on display in the front room ofthe library. Prizes will be awarded to guests for mustaches, while supplies last. Mustaches will be provided to those who come without. Mustache cookies and Mooville milk will be pro­ vided in the morning, with coffee and mustache cake served starting at noon. Activities are planned for all ages and guests are encour­ aged to bring cameras. Teen volunteers will be providing special activities, as well. Abby Smith will Members of the Dandy Lions, a girl’s service group led by Christine Terpening, provide mustache fingernail sings of the merits of maple syrup at the annual queen’s night Tuesday, Feb. 12. The art from 10 a.m to 2 p.m. and Dandy Lions include (from left) Addison Ramey, Holly Rosin, Josey Terpening, Lydia Emily Kopka will help teens Schilz and Olivia Roush. Roush was the maple syrup princess in 2012. and adults make duct-tape wallets from noon to 4 p.m. the Congregational The staff will be available to and her court will be official­ nity at the sugaring off party at read the story Mustache, to ly introduced to the commu- Thursday, Feb. 28, at 7 p.m. church. children throughout the day, as well. 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Hours will vary as needed and possibly include weekends. Applications can be completed in our business office, or downloaded from our web­ site at: www.thomapplemanor.com You may fax your resume in confidence to Human ReREGISTRATION sources at (269)948-0265. Ask Us How and EOE. 2700 Nashville Rd., Eligibility: Girls age 7-9 years and living in the district or Discover the Difference Hastings, MI. 49058 attending Maple Valley Schools No phone calls please. sary year with Mustache Bash Monday, Feb. 18, in honor of the mustachioed Charles Putnam, the library’s benefactor. Charles and wife Agnes willed the home to the Village of Nashville with instructions that it be trans­ formed into the community’s lending library. The Ladies Literary Society accom­ plished the transformation in 1923, said Director Shauna Swantek. The idea of the bash was 401(k) Questions? 77576244 Utile Miss Maple S^rup Princess Pageant We have answers Dustin Mead Financial Consultant located at Hastings City Bank @(269)945-2401 NO BANK GUARANTEE | NOT FOIC INSURED | MAY LOSE VALUE All Securities and Advisory Services offered through Investment Professionals, Inc. (IPi), a Registered Broker/Dealer & Registered Investment Advisor. Member FINRA & SIPC. Investment Center Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News action ads! Registration Fee: $10 Rehearsals: Tuesdays 6:00-7:30pm Phone in registration only: February 17-21 @ (517) 726-0247 Limit of 16 girls on “first called, first registered” basis Absolutely NO registrations before Feb. 17 will be accepted! More information will be given upon registration Kathie Perez, Pageant Chairperson 517-726-0247 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, February 16, 2013 — Page 7 State superintendents wowed by Da Capo performance by Shari Carney “They wowed them,” she Staff Writer said of the students, who The three-day-a week, were rewarded by the super­ before-school rehearsal intendents with a standing times of Da Capo, Maple ovation. Valley’s honors choir, paid Steel had been on a cam­ off when the group was cho­ paign for the past year to sen to open for the state have Da Capo perform. The superintendents conference clincher came when the com­ Jan. 23 in Kalamazoo. mittee saw a video submitted The choir sang three num­ by Steel, filmed by Maple bers, opening with the Valley Principal Todd national anthem, followed by Gonser of the choir caroling the inspirational “Bridge during the holiday season. Over Troubled Water” and When asked comments closing with the lighter the choir heard, Rosin said “Brand New You,” said he was told, “I cannot Director Ryan Rosin. believe the talent you have in Maple Valley such a small school.” Superintendent Ronna Steel, Another attendee told who was among those Rosin, “I’ve been coming to attending the conference at these conferences for 14 the Radisson Hotel in years — this was the most Kalamazoo, could barely entertaining group yet.” contain her pride as she lis-. Rosin simply said it is an tened to the students and honor to be recognized for watched the reactions of her the talent within Maple fellow superintendents. Valley. Local Alzheimer’s support group meets Feb. 21 The local Alzheimer’s dis­ ease support group will meet Thursday, Feb. 21, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Barry County Commission on Aging, 320 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings. An Alzheimer’s Association support group is a safe place to learn, offer and receive helpful tips and meet others coping with Alzheimer’s disease or anoth- GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. Da Capo, Maple Valley’s honors choir, under the direction of Ryan Rosin (left) performs at the state superintendents conference at the Radisson Hotel in Kalamazoo. Opening with the national anthem at the state superintendents conference in Kalamazoo is Da Capo, Maple Valley High School’s honor choir. er dementia, said Lisa Vickers, communications director with the Alzheimer’s Association, Michigan Great Lakes Chapter. “Participation in a support group can be an empowering experience, helping members feel better prepared to cope with their unique situation,” said Vickers, adding that attendees are typically the spouse, adult child, other family member or friend of someone with Alzheimer’s Maple Valley’s honors choir, Da Capo, is invited to the opening of the state superintendents conference in disease or a related dementia. “Support group members Kalamazoo Jan. 23. The choir performed the national anthem, “Bridge Over Troubled Water” and “Brand New report feeling less alone, You.” more able to confront their daily problems, and more hopeful about their future,” she said. The local group meets the third Thursday of each month. Respite care is avail­ March. able, call 2569-48-4856. Anyone with information For more information, or items to share is asked to visit www.alz.org/mglc or call Johnston, 269-945-3775, call 800-272-3900. e-mail her, Historic Charlton Park exhibits coordinator, who is first in the newly renovated or will welcome the traveling putting together the local first floor of Charlton Park’s CJohnston@barrycounty.org display Resourceful Women: exhibit. The park will take stone museum building. The . For additional information, 30 Who Worked to Preserve items on loan or as dona­ community will be invited to visit www.charltonpark.org. Historic Charlton Park is Michigan’s Water, Woods tions, as long as prior an opening reception and and Wildlife from the arrangements have been special programming to located between Hastings complement the exhibit and Nashville, north of M-79 Michigan Women’s made with Johnston. The exhibit will be the which will be announced in at 2545 Charlton Park Road. Historical Center and Hall of Fame in Lansing, April 8 through June 16. We Specialize in: In conjunction with jo Resourceful Women, park • Individual staff will be adding a Barry County section. To that end, Taxes they are looking for informa­ tion and memorabilia of the • Farm Taxes Barry County • Small Business Sportswomen’s Club and Jill Hickey, Enrolled Agent • Tracy Janousek, Registered Tax Return Preparer any local women who poten­ Taxes 8870 Valley Hwy., Vermontville, MI tially fit the profile of the 517-852-1500 exhibit, said Claire Johnston, • Bookkeeping The IRS does not endorse any particular individual tax return preparer. For more information on tax return preparers go to lRS.gov Charlton Park’s curator and Charlton Park will host traveling exhibit Seeking, information^ items Now Scheduling Appointments MAPLE^VALLEY Accounting and Tax, LLC �Page 8 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, February 16, 2013 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT AND ANY INFOR­ MATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Andrew M. Berg, an adult married and Betty Jo Berg, an adult mar­ ried, Mortgagors, to Greenpoint Credit Corp. , Mortgagee, dated the 6th day of July, 1999 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 19th day of July, 1999 in Document No. 1032619 of Barry County Records, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Seventy Seven Thousand Three Hundred Twenty Two & 29/100 ($77,322.29), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 21st day of March, 2013 at 1:00 PM o'clock Local Time, said mort­ gage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Ml (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be neces­ sary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 6.5% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premis­ es are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all struc­ tures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, sit­ uated in the City of Delton, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as fol­ lows, to wit: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4, OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SEC­ TION 9, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST; RUNNING THENCE NORTHERLY 450 FEET ALONG THE EAST 1/8 LINE OF SAID SECTION 9; THENCE EASTERLY 10 FEET AT RIGHT ANGLES FOR THE TRUE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTHERLY 232 FEET PARALLEL WITH SAID EAST 1/8 LINE; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY TO A PONT IN THE CENTERLINE OF LIND­ SEY ROAD WHICH LIES 559 FEET NORTHEASTERLY FROM THE INTERSECTION OF SAID CENTERLINE AND THE NORTH 1/8 LINE OF SAID SECTION 9; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY 220 FEET ALONG SAID CEN­ TERLINE; THENCE NORTH­ WESTERLY TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. Said property has affixed thereto a 1998 Century Homes Manufactured Home During the six (6) months imme­ diately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days imme­ diately following the sale. Pursuant to MCLA 600.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for dam­ aging the property during the redemption period. Dated: 2/16/2013 Green Tree Servicing LLC fka Greenpoint Credit Corp. Mortgagee FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Green Tree Servicing LLC fka Greenpoint Credit Corp. 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800, Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 GTMO FHLMC Berg (02-16)(03-09) LEGAL NOTICE Local students included in Olivet College dean’s list A total of 287 students NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE have been named to the FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & Olivet College 2012 fall SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING semester Dean’s List. TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY To make the dean’s list, a INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR- student must be full-time and POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR earn a grade point average of OFFICE AT THE NUMBER 3.5 or higher (an asterisk* BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS indicates the student earned a IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in 4.0 grade point average for the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on April 23, 1996, by David C. Wingeier and Nancy M. Wingeier, husband and wife, and Ronald D. Berg and Carolyn P. Berg, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE 49058, as Mortgagee, and FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & recorded on April 25,1996, in the office of the Register of Deeds for SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY Barry County, Michigan, in Liber INFORMATION OBTAINED 658, Page 131, which mortgage WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ was assigned to Commercial POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR Bank by an Assignment of OFFICE AT THE NUMBER Mortgage dated July 20, 2012, BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN recorded on July 26, 2012, in ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Instrument Number 2012­ DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain 002579, Barry County Records, Mortgage made on December on which Mortgage there is 13,2007, by Clarence E. Service, claimed to be due and unpaid, as a single man, as Mortgagor, of the date of this Notice, the sum given by him to MainStreet of Fifty-Three Thousand Six Savings Bank, FSB, whose Hundred Five and 48/100 Dollars address is 629 West State Street, ($53,605.48); and no suit or proHastings, Michigan 49058, as ceeding at law or in equity having Mortgagee, and recorded on December 20, 2007, in the office been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured of the Register of Deeds for Barry by said Mortgage, and the power County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 20071220-0005387 and of sale in said Mortgage having re-recorded on January 14,2008, become operative by reason of in Instrument Number 20080114­ such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ 0000420, Barry County Records, BY GIVEN that on Thursday, which mortgage was assigned to March 7, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in Commercial Bank by an the afternoon, at the Barry Assignment of Mortgage dated December 20, 2012, recorded on County Courthouse in Hastings, December 27, 2012, in Michigan, that being one of the Instrument Number 2012places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will 008569, Barry County Records, be offered for sale and sold to the on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as highest bidder or bidders at pub­ of the date of this Notice, the sum lic auction or venue for purposes of One Hundred Twelve of One Hundred of satisfying the amounts due and Thousand Six Hundred Seventy unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth- and 24/100 Dollars er with all allowable costs of sale ($112,670.24); and no suit or proand includable attorney fees, the ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power described as follows: LAND SIT­ of sale in said Mortgage having UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF become operative by reason of ORANGEVILLE, COUNTY OF such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BARRY, MICHIGAN, BY GIVEN that on Thursday, DESCRIBED AS: Commencing February 28,2013 at 1:00 o'clock at the Southwest corner of the in the afternoon, at the Barry the County Courthouse in Hastings, Northeast . quarter of Michigan, that being one of the Northeast quarter of Section 9, places for holding the Circuit Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Court for Barry County, there will running thence Northerly 450 feet be offered for sale and sold to the along the East one-eighth line of highest bidder or bidders at pub­ said Section 9; thence Easterly lic auction or venue for purposes 10 feet at right angles; thence of satisfying the amounts due and Northerly 232 feet parallel with unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth-said East one-eighth line for the er with all allowable costs of sale true place of beginning; thence and includable attorney fees, the continuing Northerly 232 feet par­ lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and allel with said East one-eighth line; thence Southeasterly to a described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF point in the centerline of Lindsey CARLTON, COUNTY OF Road which lies 779 feet BARRY, MICHIGAN, Northeasterly from the intersec­ DESCRIBED AS: Commencing tion of said centerline and the at the North quarter post of North one-eighth line of said Section 20, Town 4 North, Range Section 9; thence Southwesterly 8 West, Township of Carlton, Barry C,ounty, Michigan, thence, 220 feet along the centerline; East along said Section line 850 thence Northwesterly to the place of beginning, Orangeville feet; thence South 375 feet; thence West 850 feet; thence Township, Barry County, North 375 feet to the point of Michigan. Commonly known as: beginning. Except commencing 5180 Lindsey Road, Delton, at the Northwest comer of said Michigan 49046 Parcel Number: parcel, thence East 334 feet; 08-11-009-013-75 The period thence South 0 degrees 8 minwithin which the above premises utes East 210 feet, thence West may be redeemed shall expire six 334 feet, thence North 0 degrees 8 minutes West 210 feet to the (6) months from the date of sale, point of beginning. Commonly unless determined abandoned in known address: 534 E. M43 Hwy, accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. Hastings, Michigan 49058 Tax 600.3241a, in which case the Parcel Number: 08-04-020-125redemption period shall be 30 100-00 The period within which days from the time of such sale. the above premises may be Dated: January 30, 2013 FOS­ redeemed shall expire six (6) TER, SWIFT, COLLINS & months from the date of sale, COMMERCIAL unless determined abandoned in SMITH, P.C. BANK Benjamin J. Price of accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. days from the time of such sale. Washington Square Lansing, Ml Dated: January 23, 2013 FOS­ 48933 (517) 371-8253 (02­ TER, SWIFT, COLLINS & 02)(02-23) 06804094 SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (01­ 26) (02-1 6) 06803708 LEGAL NOTICE the semester.) Local students on the list include: Bellevue — Kelcey Clevenger,* Ashlyn Coats, Lindsey Goodman, Naomi Haralson, Alfred McKeown, Amanda Tripplet. Charlotte Kinsey Bartlett.* Dowling — Taylor Gorr. Hastings — Christopher Floyd, Helen Macqueen,* Sarah Phillips. Mulliken — Megan Smith, LeeAnne Wonser.* Nashville — Angelina Daberkow, Casey Eldridge.* Vermontville — Justin Parks. LEGAL NOTICE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the con­ ditions of a mortgage made by LARRY L. LEWIS JR. and MARCY LEWIS AKA MARCEILA LEWIS, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 27, 2006, and recorded on May 4, 2006, in Document No. 1164067, and assigned by said mortgagee to U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006HE2, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-HE2, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Two Thousand One Hundred Sixty Dollars and Thirty-One Cents ($92,160.31), including interest at 9.750% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, At the East doors of the Barry County Hastings, Courthouse in Michigan, at 01:00 PM o'clock, on March 14,2013 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THE SOUTH 393 FEET OF THE WEST 280 FEET OF THE EAST 430 FEET OF THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 34, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, CARLTON TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. If the above referenced property is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 600 of the Michigan Compiled Laws, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.. U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-HE2,. Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-HE2 Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 JPMC.001007 CONV 06804798 (02-09)(03-02) From the Pulpit The biggest question by Pastor Marc S. Livingston Chester Gospel Church A few weeks ago, I received a call that I knew was com­ ing. My Aunt Lois had died, and would I be willing to officiate at her funeral? My answer was “yes,” even though I knew that would be an extremely difficult service for me to do. Aunt Lois was one ofthose special aunts, and I knew that my personal emotions would be hard to contain. But before we go on, I need to go back to the fall of 2012. My 75-year-old Aunt Lois was in the hospital and the diagnosis wasn’t good. I happened to be in town, and not knowing ifthis would be my final opportunity, I went to see her. (It was the final time I saw her alive) During our visit, she told me that this present illness probably would not take her life, but that she knew that her life was com­ ing to an end, and would I do her funeral? Of course I said ‘yes.’ But, I needed to ask her a few things. I don’t want to be one ofthose preachers who preach the deceased into heaven. I mustered up the courage to ask her, “Aunt Lois, when you do die, are you going to go to heav­ en? And if so, what do you base it on?” She quickly responded, “Marc, you know that I haven’t been very good at making it to church in my life, but I know Jesus Christ as my Savior. I received Him when I was a child.” Tears flowed down my cheeks like raindrops. Fast forward to January. Just before the service was to begin, my aunt’s grandson asked to talk with me privately. As we closed the door to the room, he broke into tears. “I don’t know where Grandma will spend her eternity,” he said. I was so glad that I had taken the time and mustered up the courage to ask Aunt Lois the most important ques­ tion that every person must answer. And I was glad to be able to give her grandson the answer that brought peace to his heart. If I were to ask you the same question concerning eter­ nal life, what would your answer be? If your son, daugh­ ter, grandchild or friend asked me about you, what would I be able to share with them? Have you believed that God gave Jesus Christ to be a sacrifice for your sin? Have you from the heart believed and received the eternal gift of sal­ vation? Will the preacher have to preach you into heaven (which he cannot do) or will he be able to tell others what he has heard from your very lips. John 3:16 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Feb. 19 Feb. 20 Feb. 21 Feb. 25 Feb. 26 Mar. 1 Mar. 1 Mar. 1 Mar. 6 Mar. 7 Mar. 11 Mar 11 Mar. 14 Learn About Your Cat workshop, 6:30 p.m., Hastings Public Library. 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Barry Community Enrichment Center. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Rabbit Mandatory Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Hastings. Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Pro Auto in Hastings. Camping reservations may be taken. Horse youth pre-registration due in the Extension Office. New volunteer application deadline. Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Horse Mandatory Meeting for New Members, 6:30 p.m., KCC room 106. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: Horse All real estate advertising in this news­ Developmental paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act Committee and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise Meeting, 7 “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ p.m., KCC nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, room 106. age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or Dog discrimination.” Familial status includes Developmental children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant Committee women and people securing custody of Meeting, 7 children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly p.m., Emmanuel accept any advertising for real estate Episcopal which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all Church. dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 06799959 �Just Say *As Admrtsed in the Mapte Vaftey News' Saturday. February 16.2013 — Psge 9 '"'I NSI X S WS sSSJ;; ?SS> '<XS: h^JjS* h^JjS ?*««#»». *'Wikl,i,Jl» t*Mww deliciously' NORWEGIAN SALMON J*"**IWI>, H EALTHY FAMILY FF AT1BFS "“^rtltltilMl ^rtltltilMl^ itajwiqty glwGoilioWifwitUiri ^taitewfctihtt iterate; (jf Iffl L^firttw^0* hether you’re trying to control your weight or embrace n healthier lifestyle, the food choices you make have to be enjoyable And deliciously healthy recipes arc the key. ’’Recipes that use elements from New Nordic Cuisine arc a great way to enjoy healthy eating.” said registered dietician and author Kate Gcagan, MS. RD. “This cuisine is naturally rich in some of the healthiest, purest foods in the world. And. it can be easily adapted to U.S. tastes and lifestyles ” A plate filled with seafood, especially Norwegian Salmon, is a hallmark of New Nordic Cuisine. "I love how this cuisine is inspired by the sea.” Geagan said. “The ocean provides some of nature’s most perfect pro­ teins that deliver whole body benefits.” For example, a serving of Norwegian Salmon is an excellent source of high quality protein and omega 3 fats. It also contains key nutrients, including selenium (thyroid and cell health), iodine (thyroid and hormonal health), vitamin D (bone and immune health) and vitamin BI2 (red blood cell and neurological health) Norwegian Salmon is available fresh year-round, so it's easy to incorporate into your everyday meal planning. For more deliciously healthy recipes, visit www.salmonfromnorway.com. Smoked Norwegian Salmon and Pearl Barley Salad ^(jirfiilW lOftt . SlWr^ SlWr J8te :.■, :$■$! jjrfjg ■ Serves: 4 3/4 pound smoked Norwegian Salmon 1/2 cup pearl barley, soaked In cold water overnight 4 1/2 cups water, divided 1/2 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons wine vinegar 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice Salt and pepper, to taste I cup broccoli florets 1 carrot, cut into small cubes or strips 1/2 onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, cut into small cubes or strips 1 cucumber, cut into large cubes 2 tablespoons chives, chopped 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped Dice salmon into 1/2x1 2 -inch cubes (or if already sliced, cut in strips) and set aside in refrigerator. Drain water from barley. Simmer on low heat in I cup water with sprinkle of sail for approximately 30 minutes or until soft. Drain barley and transfer to bowl. Immediately add oil. vinegar, orange juice, salt and pepper, mix well and set aside to cool. Bring remaining 3 1/2 cups water to boil and add plenty of salt. When water boils vigorously, add broccoli and carrots and let cook for 30 seconds. Remove vegetables immediately with slotted spoon, plunge into ice water, and then take out of water to drain. When barley is cold, gently mix all ingredients together and serve w ith whole­ grain bread or sprinkling of bread croutons on top. Vegetables and herbs can be varied according to your own preferences. Poached Norwegian Salmon with Stewed Vegetables and Cucumber Salad New Nordic Cuisine Nordic cultures have long enjoyed a reputation as some of the healthiest people in the world New Nordic Cuisine is filled with healthy, hearty fbodi anyone can enjoy Deli­ cious elements of this cuisine incluck • Seafood, such as Norwegian Salmon ■ Whole grains such as rye bread. ba rIcy and oats ■ Cabbage and other cruciferous vegetables ■ Berries, apples and pears ■ Root vegetables Norwegian Salmon fin Aluminum Foil Serves: 4 4 sheets aluminum foil (12 x 18 inches, slightly larger than yellow legal pad) 2 tablespoons canola oil 2 medium carrots, cut into thin strips 1 small leek, cut into thin slices 1 onion, cut into thin slices 1 head iceberg lettuce, cut into 8 wedges I 1/2 pounds Norwegian Salmon fillet, boneless, skin removed, cut into 8 portions 1 tablespoon water for each package 4 tablespoons cr4me fraiche or sour cream Salt and pepper, to taste Preheat oven to 35CFF Place aluminum foil on table with shortest side facing you. All food will be placed in middle of bottom half of foil. Top half of foil will eventually be folded over food. Brush center of bottom half with oil. Mix all vegetables and spread 1.4 of them over oil. Arrange 2 portions of salmon with vegetables. Add water. Season with salt and pepper. Repeat with remaining three sheets of foil. To seal pouches, fold top section of foil over. Fold and squeeze edges together to form well-scaled pouch. Place packages on large baking sheet and place in preheated oven. When packages enlarge, they're ready to serve — usually after about 6 to 8 minutes. To serve, carefolly place each package on plate and open at table with pair of scissors or knife. Spoon creme fraiche or sour cream onto fish and sprinkle with lemon juice. Fresh herbs can be added before or after cooking. Eat straight from package. Norwegian Salmon The cold, clear waters of Norway create the ideal environment for ocean-farming flavorful Norwegian Salmon. Tastefol, healthfol and versa­ tile. salmon from Norway offers a deliciously easy way to incorporate more fish into the American diet Norwegians take great care to ocean-farm salmon in a sustainable manner that's good for the fish, good for the earth, and good for future generations. To learn more, visit www4aimonfromnorway.com. Serves. 4 3/4 pound Norwegian Salmon fillet, boneless. wkin removed 4 1/2 cups water I tablespoon salt I lemon Stewed Vegetables I 1/4 cups water potatoes, cut Into cubes carrots, cut Into cubes medium celeriac root. cut into cubes onions, cut Into cubes medium state leek. cut into cubes tablespoons fresh parsley or chives, chopped Salt and pepper, to taste cup milk Cornstarch, to thicken sauce Cucumber Salad pound cucumber tablespoon sugar tablespoons white wine vinegar tablespoons olive oil Cut salmon into 4 even pieces and rinse well under cold water. In large pot, bring water to boil, add salt and then salmon Immediately remove from beat and let stand to poach for 4 to 6 minutes, depending on thickness of fillet. Be careful not to overcook the flavors and texture of salmon is al its best when served opaque throughout. Remove from pm with slotted spoon and let water drain off on towel before arranging salmon on plate. For vegetables, sprinkle water with salt and bring to boil in a large pot When wafer is boiling, add potatoes, carrots, celeriac root and onions. Lower heat and simmer until soft. Add leeks and fresh herbs and simmer for 2 more minutes. Drain vegetables carefully in colander and make sure you keep cooking water. In same pot. bring milk and cooking water to boil; season with salt and pepper Dilute cornstarch in small amount of cold water and add to boiling liquid until you have thick sauce. Add vege­ tables to milk mixture to reheat before serving. For cucumber salad, peel cucumber, split lengthwise and remove seeds with small spoon. Cut at an angle in thick slices and mix with sugar, vinegar and oil. Serve salmon with stewed vegetables and cucumber salad on the side. Serving Suggestion: A few drops of lemon juice on the salmon is a must. �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday. February 16, 2013 Three-point surge helps Lions get by Galesburg up. We’re always going to first half),” Miller said. “They by Brett Bremer play to the end.” jjust started to fall. That’s all I Sports Editor Miller hit the first and the remember. On the inbounds, A 15-2 run, sparked by four consecutive three-point- last ofthose four consecutive they weren’t covering that ers, pushed Maple Valley’s three-pointers. He drilled one comer, so why not take it” Bromley led the Lions with varsity boys’ basketball team on an inbounds play from the in front ofGalesburg-Augusta right comer with 5:43 left in 10 points on the night Austin in the third quarter Tuesday the third quarter to pull his Gonser and Miller had nine team within two points at 30- each. Mahler finished with nightt The Lions went on to a 52- 2800. The Rams had led 28- seven, while Tyler Hickey Valley 22 at the half. and Tommy Mudge had six 45 Kalamazoo Micah Bromley knocked each. Mudge had a team-high Association victory over the down a three-pointer on the nine rebounds for the Lions, visiting Rams. “It feels good,” said Lion Lions’ next possession, then and Miller added eight. . The Rams’ Kyle Mallwitz senior guard Garrett Miller. “I Anthony Mahler hit one in just wish it wouldn’t take so transition, then Miller hit must have figured “why not long for our shots to fall when another one in the right comer take it” to the basket in the first half. we come out It would make it to put his team up 37-30. Mallwitz finished with a “We were running the a lot easier on ourselves. But, we're a team that never gives same plays and stuff (as the game-high 19 points. Lion ladies end their league season in second behind DK Delton Kellogg’s varsity competitive cheer team suc­ cessfully defended its Southern Michigan Competitive Cheer Conference championship Saturday, wining the league final at Pennfield High School. The Maple Valley girls were passed by White Pigeon in round three, to fall to third in the day’s stand­ ings, but finished second to Delton Kellogg in the overall league standings. Delton Kellogg had the highest scores of the day in each of the first two rounds, scoring a 196.8 in round one and a 178.96 in round two. The Panthers’ round three score of 265.7 was the sec­ ond best of the day, behind White Pigeon’s 268.8. The Panthers finished the day with a total score of 635.46. White Pigeon was 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 Maple Valley had five cheerleaders named to the KVA all-conference teams Saturday following the con­ ference championship meet at Pennfield High School. The group included second team members (front from left) Aimee Hamilton and Shennondoah Fighter, and first team members (back) Siera Rose, Alyssa Lance and Tricia Grinage. second with a 621.7, fol­ lowed by Maple Valley 616.1, Schoolcraft 586.4, Bangor 576.38, Bronson 573.94 and Pennfield 551.5. Maple Valley scored a 193.4 in round one and a 159.5 in round two. The Lions were tied with White Pigeon at the end of round two, at 352.9 points apiece. White Pigeon scored a 186.5 in round one and a 166.4 in I Hansbargen Heating 8 Hlr Conditioning Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and filr Conditioners Full line of Indoor flir Quality Products FREE Estimates Licensed 6 Insured (517) 726-0088 10076 0076 NASHVILLE NASHVILLE HWY. HW VERMONTVILLE 8 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa round two. The Lions scored a 263.2 in round three. The Lions were chosen by their leaguemates to receive the SMCCC Sportsmanship Award this season. Maple Valley is scheduled to be at its Division 4 District Toummane at Webberville today (Feb. 16) beginning at 10 a.m. Buyg Uermontuille • Cole Hansbarger, Owner lb osBMialo 7-490-1287 „u Fac□ ebook I “It’s something we’ve been working on. In practice all day on Monday and even an hour before game-time today we were working on how to stop the dribble drive that Galesburg likes to run,” said Maple Valley head coach Chris Ewing. “In the first half we didn’t do it We let them get way too close to the basket and any person can make a three-foot jumper. The second half we were stopping them at the free throw line and they were having to take a lot of bad shots. The Lions struggled to stay in front of the Rams’ powerful guard. He also helped his team get back in the ball game after the Lions’ threepoint barrage. He scored the games’ next four points after the four straight threes, to close out the quarter. A three-point play by Mallwitz a minute and a half into the fourth Maple Valley’s Austin Gonser (10) is sent flying as quarter got the Rams the lead he’s hit by Galesburg-Augusta’s Jordan Born (12) and back at 39-37. Maple Valley got the lead Kyle Mallwitz as he tries to put up a shot in the second back for good with 4:08 left quarter Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) in the fourth quarter, on a pair of free throws by Mahler 71-52 at Maple Valley High Maple Valley got 13 points from Bromley, 11 from Mater School Friday. which made it 43-41. The Eagles went on a 22­ and nine from Miller. The Lions were just 13-ofThe Lions visit Pennfield 23 at the free throw line on 12 run int he second quarter, the night, but were 9-of-13 in then extended their lead from Tuesday, then will be home to the fourth quarter to seal the 12 points at the half to 18 by face Olivet Friday. victory. The Lions also strug-the start of the fourth quarter. gled rebounding the basketLuke Ryskamp led the way ball a bit early, but picked that for the Eagles with 34 points. up in the second half along He drilled four three-pointers with their intensity. All four and was a perfect 6-of-6 at the of the Lions’ fourth quarter free throw line. Benny Clark field goals came as a direct chipped in ten points and result of an offensive Zachary Decker seven. rebound. Behind Mallwitz for the AT RIGHT: The Lions’ Rams, Cody Diamond added Garret Mater (back) tries 11 points and Trammell Orr to keep up with the Rams’ had eight. Kyle Mallwitz as he push­ Maple Valley is nowl 1-5 overall this season and 9-5 in es the ball past half court Tuesday. (Photo by Brett the KVA. Schoolcraft top the Lions Bremer) Olivet and Pennfield will help Lion ladies prep for district by Brett Bremer control.” Sports Editor The Rams pressure really The Lions have had to try only got to the Lions in one to deal with Galesburg- quarter, the second Tuesday, Augusta’s pressure twice this and that was enough. The season. Rams went from up 10-9 at They’ll be hoping for and the end of the first quarter to working for an better per-up 27-9 at the half. formance against it in the Galesburg-Augusta got third meeting between the nine points from Noelle two teams. Mejeur, eight from Kathryn The Rams topped the visit-Dooley and seven from Holly ing Lions 43-21 in Deleon in the win. Kalamazoo Valley Timara Burd led the Lions Association action Friday. with five points, and McKaily The teams will meet again Bodenmuller added four Monday, Feb. 25, in the open- points. ing round of the Class C The Lions are now 1-17 District Tournament at Maple overall this season and 1-15 Valley High School. in the KVA. The Lions have a week and They put together a much two more games to prepare. better showing on their home “There will be a lot of floor Friday night, but fell 44preparation for breaking pres- 35 to Schoolcraft. sure,” said Maple Valley head The Lions went scoreless coach Landon Wilkes. “We in a quarter for the second will see it out of Pennfield time during the week, being (Tuesday) and Olivet outscored by the Eagles 6-0 (Friday), and we’ll be work-in the first eight minutes. The ing on handling the pressure, Eagles pushed their lead to working on staying composed 20-10 at the half, and then 31 and. working on staying under 18 heading into the fourth quarter. “In the first half we struggled to shoot the basketball,” Wilkes said. “We were 2-for13 from the floor, We got to the line 14 times and made six.” Maple Valley rallied in the second half. Wilkes said his team had the Eagle lead down to six points in the final period. “We started to be more aggressive on the offensive and defensive ends of the floor,” he said. “We brought a whole hew level of intensity to the floor in the second half.” Hannah Kyle led the Lions with 13 points. “She was attacking the basket,” said Wilkes. Maple Valley also got seven from Bodenmullerpoints p. Emma Herr, Kari Feddema and Brittney Johnson had ten panoints ponts e each to lead Schoolcraft. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, February 16,2013 — Page 11 Lion heavyweights earn spots in regional tourney Division 3 Individual District Tournament hosted by Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) M by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lion heavyweights are headed where they’ve never been before. Maple Valley 215-pound senior Diego Pesina was third and 285-pound junior Zack Rosenberger was fourth at the Division 3 Individual District Tournament hosted by Lakewood High School Saturday, meaning both have a spot in today’s (Feb. 16) Division 3 regional tourna­ ment in Wiliamston. Neither had won a match in the individual state tournament before Saturday. “It’s good, it’s really good actually,” Pesina said of advancing to the regional round. Pesina pinned Lakewood’s Jack Tromp 1 minute and 47 seconds into their 215-pound consolation final, to finish third. Rosenberger was fourth at 285 pounds, getting pinned by Lakewood’s Lars Pyrzinski 58 seconds into their match for third place. This is just Pesina’s sec­ ond season of wrestling. He wrestled as a sophomore, then after a year away from the sport is back at it as a senior. A former teammate has become an important coach for Pesina and Rosenberger. “Alejandro (Reid) was the key to both their success this year,” said Maple Valley head coach Chris Ricketts. “He’s worked really, really hard, particularly with Diego and somewhat with Zack. He has been the one that has done the work, put in the sweat. I’m too old and too small, and to smart to mess with those big guys.” Reid graduated from Maple Valley last spring, and when he had some free time on his hands this winter decided to help out. “He’s taught me, basically in all honesty, everything. Not even kidding. From when I wrestled as sopho­ more to now,” Pesina said. Reid said take downs were the big thing he was planning on working on with Pesina and Rosenberger leading up to the regional tournament.. “That’s the only thing they really need, Reid said. “They can get out and they can ride on top, but you’ve got to get a take down. Maple Valley’s Rodney Bement (right) takes on Leslie’s Zane Hampton during the first period of their 152-pound consolation match at Saturday’s Division 3 Individual District Tournament. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hopefully after they get take downs down we can make it to states, hopefully make it to the next level.” Reid just missed that next level himself last winter. He was a regional qualifier at 215 pounds a year ago. “My mom and his (Pesina’s) are real close,” Reid said. “I’ve known him since he came to Maple Valley. I ended up not going bback to college so I figured I’d help my wrestling team. They helped me drastically. I figured I’d give back to the program what it gave to me.” The Lions had one other wrestler come up one victory short of a spot in the region­ al tournament, senior Rodney Bement at 152 pounds. He pinned Leslie’s Zane Hampton to get into the blood round (the consolation semifinals), but then was stuck by Central Montcalm’s Dakota James 1:59 into their match. “It’s better than none,” Ricketts said of having two guys advancing on in the state tournament. “Am I happy, I’m never happy. I was hoping for one more, but that’s all right. Diego was seeded third and finished third. Rosenberger wasn’t seeded that high and finished fourth, so that’s okay.” District championships on the day went to Williamston’s Brodie Austin at 160 pounds; Alma’s Liam Widman at 171; NOTICE • Vermontville Township is accepting letters of interest for a part-time General Maintenance, Mowing and Cleaning Person for the Opera House. The position pays $12.00 per hour. 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Maple Valley High names its Athletes of the Week Maple Valley High School has named Aimee Hamilton from the varsity competitive cheer team and Garrett Miller from the varsity boys’ basketball team its Athletes of the Week. TI HOM ETOWN |W LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State in Nashville 517-852-0882 www.hometownlumber.com Mon. thru Sat. 7:30 am to 5:30 pm �Page 12 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday. February 16. 2013 Hiking in the Grand Canyon up, down, around and through Louise at age 61, was walk­ ing as a breast cancer sur­ vivor. Louise participates in ultra marathons and has mul­ tiple times. Ultra marathons are 100 plus miles in length. Louise was struck with breast cancer at age 50. An added challenge was presented at Devil’’ss presented at Devil Corkscrew, a winding uphill path. To train for this leg of the hike, May climbed the stairs of the Renaissance Center in Detroit seven to eight times to get a feel for the elevation. “You hear the river first Hiking in Indian Gardens, located in the Grand — there is no talking cause Canyon, is Karen May, a chiropractor who lives in you’d have to yell,” said Charlotte. May, who participated in Project Athena in May ofnearing the Colorado October of 2012, spoke of the adventure at the Greater River. Crossing the Colorado Federation of Women’s Club-Vermontville chapter’s was done on a suspension regular meeting Monday, Feb. 4. bridge which caused May and the group to “feel like pants (gods and goddesses) of all my friends, I want drunken sailors.” raise money through spon­ you.” A rest stop at Phantom May, who identified her­ Ranch was 15 miles into the sorships to benefit Athenas. May was approached by a self as a Christian, had been hike. May described friend through an email. The praying for the salvation of Phantom Ranch as a live, friend wanted to participate this friend. working ranch at the bottom On Day One at the Grand of the canyon with a post in the Grand Canyon Project Athena adventure and asked Canyon, May and her friend, office, cabins and camping. May to join her, saying “Out joined the group of 37 There is a three year waiting (including some men and a list for a stay at the ranch, 10 year old girl) and began said May. the hike from the south rim During the stop the hikers to the north rim in 32 degree removed shoes, bandaged temperatures. Carrying a 25 feet, changed socks and ate, pound back pack the day and ate and ate. May said began with prayer at 5 a.m. 10,000 plus calories were A headlamp was worn by consumed in the course of each hiker as the path was the day. pitch black and very dusty, The last four hours to the The Vermontville ty are welcome, but need to said May. north rim were all uphill and Historical Society hosts the bring a dish to pass, table The landscape changed as May said it was a “tough annual sugaring off party service and a small bowl in the hours passed along with climb.” with a potluck dinner which to stir the heated syrup the temperatures. May May, who had expected to Thursday, Feb. 28, at 7 p.m., into maple sugar. described maple and oak complete the two day, 50­ in the Griswold Room of the For further information, trees at the top of the rim mile rim to rim to rim hike, Congregational Church. call 517-726-1277. changing to scrub brush, cac­ fell short when, at the end of Members of the communitus and 95 degree heat in the the first day, her body deepest part of the canyon. rebelled. “Everyone had a story as The following day after to why they were there,” said eight hours of vomiting and May who spoke of a woman an intravenous drip, May and AUTO SERVICE CENTER named Jen who, by the age eight others, were transport­ Your Local CM of 22 and due to acute ane­ ed by vehicle in a five hour Automotive Specialists mia, had had two kidney trip back to the south rim. LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON M-79 transplants. She has since “I had failed,” said May. 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May joined with a group of adventure seeking people as part of a Project Athena Grand Canyon hik­ ing adventure known as “from rim to rim to rim.” The trip is two days of hiking, that averages 25 miles each day, beginning at the south rim, descending into the bot­ tom of the canyon and up to the north rim repeating tra­ versing a different route on day two. Athenas are women who have gone through a traumat­ ic experience or health crisis who have found support in Project Athena. The project offers a variety of fundrais­ ing adventures where partici- Dr. Karen May, a chiropractor who lives in Charlotte (left) hikes with trainer Cris Brandt, an exercise enthusiast from the Detroit area. The pair is pictured at the top of a section in the Grand Canyon called Devil’s Cork Screw about six hours into the 13 hour day hiking from the south rim of the canyon to the north rim. fail.” May said God spoke to her heart and said, “It was never my intention for you to walk the second day ... I need you to put me first in all aspects of your life. I’m in control.” Of her adventure May summed it up by saying she wants to go again and nd longer thinks of herself as a failure. On a closing note the friend she had prayed for is “saved and she’s taking her family to church.” May is planning another Project Athena adventure in 2014. Sugaring off party set for Feb. 28 BOBBIIM'S COMPLETE 20 Year Manufacturer's Warranty Outdoor Wood Stoves Heating Applications Forced Air Furnace & Water Boiler • Zoned Heating Domestic Water Heating • In-Roor Heating & More Made in Michigan Full Line of Parts & Accessories , 517-852-9565 w.tsujn RiteStbves.com Licensed & Insured FROST HEATING 8 COOLING Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595• VISA QUALITY. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 8, February 23, 2013 Vermontville village treasurer under scrutiny by Shari Carney Staff Writer Another check has been returned for non-sufficient funds, said Trustee Mark Jorgensen during the public comment portion ofthe regu­ lar meeting of the Vermontville Village Council Thursday, Feb. 14. “When we ask a vendor to come in and do work in the village and they come in and the check bounces, how soon are they going to come out again?” asked Jorgensen of Treasurer Kelly Williams and the council. “It was a simple mistake,” answered Williams, “my misunderstanding.” Williams said she paid the charge out ofher own money and called the vendor and apologized. A discussion ensued over the treasurer’s report when “I picked up a piece of paper and put the wrong number in.” Kelly Williams, Vermontville village treasurer an error in addition was found. Other problems with the report were discovered when a number was entered in the wrong place. “I picked up a piece of paper and put the wrong number in, ” explained Williams. Village President Ruth Wineman noted that certifi­ Vermontville Village Treasurer Kelly Williams, looks cate of deposit account num­ bers were still on the report. over a resolution asking for her resignation, during the It had been determined by Feb. 14 village council meeting. council at its Jan. 10 meet­ ing, that account numbers would no longer be listed on the report for security pur­ poses. A motion made by Trustee Jason Sheridan to accept the treasurer’s report did not find support. Village attorney Mark Nettleton presented council members with a res­ olution as a follow-up to the closed session at the Dec. 6 meeting. The resolution asked for the resignation of Williams for a variety of reasons, including untimely report­ ing, incomplete reports with errors and missing four of 12 council meetings. Ofthe four missed meetings, no finan­ cial report was provided. Nettleton asked Williams to submit a resignation effec­ tive immediately for the “willful neglect” of not per- forming duties. Williams remained silent. Jorgensen asked Nettleton what council’s role with the resolution was. Nettleton instructed the council its duty was to adopt, approve, reject or table the resolution. Trustee Garry Patrick made a motion to accept the resolution and Jorgensen seconded. Sheridan spoke up in defense of Williams and said he wasn’t sure it was her fault. “I really don’t think it sums up how she’s treated the job,” said Sheridan ofthe wording in the resolution. “I think we have some skin in the game, per se.” Trustee Sue Villanueva asked Sheridan how the council was at fault. Jorgensen responded that See SCRUTINY, pg. 2 ‘Little Women’ in production at Maple Valley Cathryn Eldridge (from left), Zandra Siple, Sydney Khouri, Haley Cook, Jolie Nelson and Sabrina Nelson select dresses from Charlton Park. Rehearsing for “Little Women,” the March fami­ ly, portrayed by (from left) Sabrina Nelson, (Sydney Khouri and Haley Cook, hidden) and Cathryn Eldridge, listen to Marmee (Zandra Siple) read a letter from their father. The cast and crew of Maple Valley’s next theatrical pro­ duction have been busy preparing for five upcoming performances in mid-March. We have been hard at work on “Little Women” this win- “Wizard of Oz” in the fall of ter. We have just passed the 2012 at Maple Valley High halfway point for our show,” School may have noticed a said Director Sarah new sound system, new Shoemaker in a press release. uplights, a piece of scrim In addition to rehearsals (gauze cloth used as a screen) and set construction, mem- that drops down from the ceilbers of the cast and crew trav- ing, fly rigs, and a new cyclo­ eled to Historic Charlton Park rama wall, the curved wall near Hastings to tour the along back of the stage. buildings and select cos- Shoemaker said future plans for the auditorium include tumes. “This gave the kids a better new microphones, better g understanding of the time lighting and enhancements to period that they are working the floor, such as tracks and a revolving stage. in,” said Shoemaker. Improvements made to the The set is complete. Maple Valley Board of Education auditorium and stage are paid Trustee Brian Green spear- for through private donations, headed the set design and fundraisers and ticket sales. “These will be necessary to construction, which gave the actors a working set only a successfully pull off next few weeks into the rehearsal year’s musicals of ‘A Christmas Carol’ and ‘Shrek,’ process. “This is great for them to said Shoemaker. Cast list for “Little get to practice in the space they will be performing in,” Women” includes Jo March saiTdhSohsoeemawkhero. saw theSee LITTLE WOMEN, pg. 2 who saw the In This Issue • Maple Valley grad returns to help students plan for future • Big time wrestling comes to town with ‘Maple Valley Showdown’ • Mustache Bash kicks off library’s 90-year celebration • Pesina places at regional to earn spot in the State Finals �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, February 23,2013 Maple Valley grad returns to School district will return help students plan for future to semester scheduling Navigate, Barry County’s local College Access Network, has brought spe­ cialists to four Barry County high schools: AJex Culbert at Delton Kellogg, Miles Warren at Hastings, Michael Chapman at Maple Valley and Ben Ybema at Thomapple Kellogg. Navigate considers col­ lege any post-secondary edu­ cation, from a six-week course to doctoral studies. Statistics show that by the year 2018,62 percent ofjobs in Michigan will require post-secondary education, said Emily Elliott, who is directing the Navigate pro­ gram through the Barry Community Foundation and many partnering organiza­ tions. College graduates earn an average of $20,000 per year more than those who only have a high school diploma. Through partnership with Barry County schools and community groups, Elliot said she hopes to increase the Mike Chapman college-going culture, help students explore careers, pro­ vide financial aid informa­ tion, hold workshops to help parents and students, and assist students eligible for the Tuition Incentive Program in the process. Chapman, a 2007 graduate of Maple Valley, said he knows the area well. He also knows firsthand about choic­ es some high school gradu­ ates make. After graduation, he pursued professional motocross racing. “I grew up in the racing world and wanted to become a professional,” he said. In 2009, he attended Lansing Community College for a semester and then put college on hold as he focused on racing. 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Chapman stressed that his work with students at Maple Valley supports doing some research themselves. “Navigate exists, in part, to help answer questions,” he said. “Navigate’s emphasis on the post-high school edu­ cation process helps Maple Valley students use the excellent resources that are available to them.” Chapman said he helps students who only need a lit­ tle help for the transition to college, as well as those who are unsure of the direction they want to go after high school. He has been working to help students, parents and the school develop a “college­ going culture.” He wants parents and students to talk about preparing for college, even those parents who were not able to attend college themselves. Giving students options for their future, being available to them and seeing their smiles as they plan for the future is the most reward­ ing part ofthe job for him, he said. For more information about Navigate and other resources for students and parents, call Emily Elliott, 269-945-0526 or email emily@barrycf.org. LITTLE WOMEN, continued from page 1---------played by Sydney Khouri; Marmee, Zandra Siple; Meg, Sabrina Nelson; Beth, Haley Cook; Amy, Cathryn Eldridge; Aunt March, Meghann Zank; Mrs. Kirk, Elizabeth Luntsford; Clarissa, Savannah VanStee; hag, Anna Pash; Rodriga, Amber Feasel; Laurie, Colton Parish; Fritz Bhaer, Justin Heinsen; John Brooke, Chris Steffler; Mr. Lawrence, Nate VanStee; Rodrigo, Zac Thompson; Braxton, Joe Eddy; troll, Lee Christopher; knight, Seth Trowbridge. Show dates are Friday, March 15, at 7 p.m.; Saturday, March 16, at 2 and 7 p.m.; and Sunday, March 17, at 2 and 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 for students, $8 for senior citizens, and $10 for adults. Reserved tickets may be ordered online, maplevalleytheater@gmail.com. • Fuel Oil Furnace Installation and Service • Geo-Thermal Installation and Senrice • Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Sales and Senrice • A 0 Smith Water Heater Sales and Senrice • Empire Space Heater Sales and Senrice FROST HEATING & COOLING QUALITY, VALUE 8 SERW1CE l^xik^Odessa (616) 374-7595 Nashville (517) 852-9565 | by Shari Carney Staff Writer Superintendent Ronna Steel told the Maple Valley Board of Education of the plan to return to semester scheduling, due to an antici­ pated continued decrease in enrollment. The restructure would include a seven-hour day for the 2013-14 school year, she told the board dur­ ing its monthly meeting Tuesday night. Since the enactment of Schools of Choice, the dis­ trict has lost 194 students, she said. “Trimester scheduling is wonderful,” said Steel in a follow-up telephone inter­ view Friday. “But it only works with a big enough school.” The only reason the dis­ trict was able to have trimester scheduling for the 2012-13 school year was because teachers gave up their planning time. Projected enrollment at the high school next year is 350 students. If those num­ bers hold true, Steel said there would not be enough teaching staff to support the additional elective classes offered in trimester schedul­ ing. “We hope to reinstate specials at the elementary [level] and are currently looking at physical educa­ tion, health, art and music,” said Steel. Director of Finance Darryl Sydloski highlighted the amended budget for 2012-13. Sydloski present­ ed a balanced budget with a $1,150 operating surplus for the current year. Revenues are estimated at $10,734,431 and expenses at $10,733,281. The student blend count budgeted a loss of 34 stu­ dents for the 2013-14 year with an actual count of 30. State aid was $6,966 per pupil, reflecting an increase of $120 but still down $350 from the 2010-11 year. Other state funding includes a one-time district performance funding of $50,000; one-time best financial practice funds of $62,000 and a one-time retirement offset of $121,000. ‘Trimester scheduling is wonderful. But it only works with a big enough school.” Superintendent Ronna Steel Federal and inter-district revenues from the ISD were adjusted Title IA and Title ILA funds due to carryover from 2011-12 and an addi­ tional allocation amounted to $80,000. IDEA Special Education funds adjustment due to ISD reallocation loss of $14,000 and one-time allocation for Reading Street from the ISD for $130,000. “We hope to reinstate specials at the ele­ mentary [level] and are currently looking at physical education, health, art and music.” Superintendent Ronna Steel Expenditure fluctuations resulted from the addition of teaching and support staff, food costs due to rising prices and an increase in number of meals served, added technology costs and repair and maintenance costs. The estimated fund reserve balance has a sur­ plus of $498,962. In a money-saving meas­ ure, the board approved and early notice of intent for retirement or resignation incentive of $2,500 to any teaching staff member. The incentive will be offered for 30 days, beginning Wednesday, Feb. 20. During the public com­ ment portion of the meeting, Laurel Livingston ques­ tioned a $25,000 increase to food service expenses, ask­ ing if this was not the responsibility of Chartwells Food Service. Sydloski explained that the increase passed to the district and is due to rising food costs cou­ pled with more meals served. SCRUTINY, continued from page 1 help has been made available to Williams by paying to hire a certified public accountant to rectify the accounts and for added training to the treasurer. Patrick clarified an amount of over $16,552 has been paid for two certified public accountants, fees on more than 35 returned checks and in additional bank charges related to the returned checks. Williams defended herself by saying there were no problems in 2011, adding “Everything was fine.” “Not according to the audit,” responded Wineman. “I’m going to excuse myself,” Williams said, as she abruptly departed the meeting. Wineman spoke to Sheridan’s concerns. “In response to council­ man Sheridan, there was pos­ itive support and help ... maybe the entire council should resign.” “I think I’m being misun­ derstood,” said Sheridan. “I understand, I agree. It just saddens me it’s come to this point. I’m not sure it’s all her fault. I’ll go along with the resolution. I don’t like it, but we don’t have any choice.” Nettleton was asked what recourse the council has if Williams refuses to resign. Lawyer Mark Nettleton presents the Vermontville Village Council members and Treasurer Kelly Williams with a resolution asking for the resignation of Williams. Nettleton instructed council members to take it to the governor. “Or a resident could start a recall petition,” said Jorgensen. The resolution passed with all members voting “yes.” It was agreed to send a certified letter to Williams by courier, asking for her resignation. �Ast Say “As Adverasedin Me kfapteVetey News’ Saturday.Febtuacy 23.2013 - Page 3 Alum tells board of benefits of nutrition program «%S> s sS .*w *w W5 SK> ^0 L c >. <e % t*o « •*<*** «i ’Ste "£*! [*! '«*• J*2J; **««z . a •!!> >M <Sh' S i r^i [to ■ p "*Wfe e iJ P to S pt toilMan ni i# . S MfcwaJ ipwl BPtod(taiii SM^feaS ml® «Mkk«a «-fc HMtaii S tatow« » SDfof to .•*«'■ mi Katie Eldred, a 2005 Maple Valley graduate, addresses the board of education at Iti Feb. 18 meeting on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program which she administers for Charlotte Public Schools by Shari Carney Staff Writer The Maple Valley Board of Education changed things up by holding its monthly meeting al Fuller Street Elementary School Monday, Feb. 18. The board also learned about a program pre­ sented by a former student. FFA Advisor Aaron Saari and Katie Eldred, a 2005 Maple Valley graduate, spoke on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program grant opportunity. Eldred is the coordinator for the SNAP grant in Charlotte Public Schools. As the coor­ dinator, she educates stu­ dents on the importance of healthy food choices and the benefits of increased physi­ cal activity. Michigan ranks 10th in the nation for obesity, with an increase of cases by 77 per­ cent over the past 15 years. Eldred told the board. Statistics show that one in 10 people in the state have dia­ betes and 80 percent of Michigan's youths do not consume adequate daily servings of fruits and vegeta­ bles (five servings arc rec­ ommended). The estimated costs of health care related to obesity is $2.9 billion, nationally. After the presentation, the board asked Eldred and Saari to pursue the SNAP grant for implementation in the Maple Valley School district. Vermontville resident Doug Kelsey gave an update on the Center for Michigan community conversation state findings (see related story). In other business: • Trustee drea Montgomery reported that the labor and finance com­ mittee met and discussed replacing the old gym floor at the high school within the next two to three years. • Trustee Wayne Curtis reported that the physical facilities committee has met, and a follow-up meeting is scheduled for Monday. March 4. at 6:30 p.m. Curtis did not elaborate on the dis­ cussed topics. • The board approved pay­ ment of general fund bills in the amount of $149,005: ath­ letics, $8,766; food service $1,281; Jan. 25 payroll $229,881, Feb. 8 payroll. $214,939. • A kindergarten age waiv­ er to allow enrollment of children whose 5th birthday falls between Nov. 1 and Nov. 30 was approved by the board. • The hoard approved signing of a contract for the Safe Routes 2 School grant. The grant will provide side­ walks from the administra­ tion building to the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail at Mason Road. The trail will be paved from Mason Road to Linden Street in Vermontville. • The baseball team was granted gran e permsson permission for or itss spring break trip to Easley. S.C., from Friday. March 29, to Saturday. April 6. • Board President April Heinze read Gov. Rick Snyder’s proclamation declaring the week of Feb. 10 as Principals Week in Michigan. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Principal Todd Gonser was present. The board thanked and acknowledged the contributions made by Maple Valley principals. The board went into closed session (Trustee Tim Burd arrived during closed session) to discuss labor negotiations. No decisions were made after the board reconvened. Due to the lateness of the evening the evaluation of the superintendent was moved to the next regular meeting Monday. March 11. Barr U Counlu -C--o---m---m---i-s--s--i-o---n---o---n--—Ag.ing Me-nu and Schedule of Events Barry *Count (. om mission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday. Feb. 25 Roast pork and gravy, sweet potatoes, green beans, applesauce, combread. Tuesday. Feb. 26 Baked potato bar. chili, tossed salad, sliced peaches, crackers. Wednesday. Feb. 27 Lemon chicken, stuffing caulli rOWCT. *nDMML Thursday. Feb. 28 Spaghetti and *meatbail in sauce, broccoli, sliced pears, Texas toast. Friday, Mar. 1 Roast beef, mashed potato nd gravy, baby carrots, orange, dinner roll. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Feb. 25 Sliced roast beef with Swiss cheese, potato salad, pears, bun. Tuesday, Feb. 26 Turkey pasta salad, three bean salad. Mandarin oraagex. granola bar. Wednesday. Feb. 27 Peanut butter and jelly, potato salad, pineapple. English muffin. Thursday . Feb. 28 Egg iilad. pickled beets, tropical fruit, bun. Friday. Mar. 1 Roost beef, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, glazed carrots. orange, granola bar. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Feb. 25 Roast pork with gravy. vlhhbread stuffing, sweet potatoes, green beans, applc- Tuesday. Feb. 26 Chili, hash brown cubes. Cherry crisp, crackers. Wednesday, Feb. 27 Lemon chicken, stuffing, peas, cauliflower, banana. Thursday, Feb. 28 Spaghetti with meatballs in sauce, broccoli, spiced apples. Friday, Mar. 1 Oriental chicken, pasta, carrot raisin salad, citrus sec­ tions. crackers. Activities Calendar Monday. Feb. 25 Hastings: Card Making 10 • m . BYOG; Music with Sam: Painting with Bob I pan.: Kinship Support *75:30 p.m at Hastings Baptist Church. Woodland: Sing along H.W.N Reminiscence Tuesday. Feb. 26 Hastings Line Dancing 9:30 am. PIay Wii 10 30 a m ; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Wednesday. Feb. 27 * Hastings: Music with Sam; Nails: Euchre 12.30 2: Mt p m Delton: February Birthday Party; Remini--sccncc. Woodland: Sing-a-Long Thursday. Feb. 28 Hastings Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 am Beading. Delton: PuzzlcsfTrivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday. Mar. 1 - Hastings: Exercise 9 am.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad 10 a.in. Woodland: Visiting: Sing a Long. March is Reading Month Make every month Reading , Month at Vermontville Library The staff at Vermontville Township Library believes “every month should be ‘‘Reading Month. Reading Month.’’”” says Director Carla Rumsey in a press release. In support of that belief, a year-long read­ ing program is being introduced. Readers will set a goal of number of books read each month and sign a contract of agreement. This allows the challenge to be attainable at all reading levels, said Rumsey. The reader will be given a beaded chain and. when the monthly goal is reached, an “I reached my Goal!” dog tag will be awarded. Readers who reach their reading goal each month will also be entered into a month­ ly drawing. Rewards will be given to those who reach ,t*hree six- and nine- month goals. Readers who collect an entire year’s worth of tags will be invited to a ‘fun night’ at the library in March 2014. Reading contracts will be ready to sign beginning Tuesday, Feb. 26. The Vermontville Township Library is located at 120 E. First Street. Call 517-726-1362 for more information. 'Diana’s DCace * The Place to Gofor Professional Styling & MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday 5.E. Corner ofM-M A Thamapplr I-ale Rd. 1-517-852-9481 » NEWEST CITIZEN Charlotte Nichole Smith bom at Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids Tuesday, Jan. 29. 2013. to Corey and Eren (Barry) Smith of Greenville. Grandparents are Dale and Denise Barry of Vermontville and Kevand and Amy Smith of Greenville. » Special " ^ ^Discounts! i Saturday, :loS I WXC& W WKcdl/f Qtftbj *50 OFF Winter Apparel Cutting a ftnubm1Tir.awr.4 and Red Lined Apparel tntrr Onrinfi tar Gift CerUfkrtn fnm Intel Btutnnm f 105 N. Main St, Nashville • 517-852-2079 < Now Scheduling Appointments LE^VALLEY Accounting and Tax, LLC Ml HMr>. EaroUcd *VP » *» * • Tracy Imirt. Registered ta Return Preparer 8870 Valley Hwy., Vermontville, MI 517-852-1500 VV'cSpW riffur in: • Individual Taxes • Farm Taxes • Small Business Taxes • Bookkeeping ■>! ■ �Page 4 - Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, February 23,2013 Twice is Nice resale store is a labor of love Grand opening, planned for March 2 Marilyn Jean (Shiels) Fox Chapman of Pomona, MO and Mary Ann (James) Orrison of Cleveland, TN; four children, Mancie (Paul) Racine of Vermontville, Robin Fox, Marty (Eileen Kane) Fox of Charlotte and Nancy Fox (Carey) (Scott) Anderson; 10 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2013 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte with Jeff Dowell, Pastor of the Charlotte Seventh-Day Adventist Church officiat­ ing. Following the service a meal was provided for fami­ ly and friends at the SeventhDay Adventist Church, 1516 S. Cochran Road. In lieu of flowers, the fam­ The team of Jennifer Demaray (from left) Mary Ann Leatherman and Stephanie ily requests that contribu­ Leatherman has spent the past three to four weeks cleaning, painting, shopping, tions be made to Eaton washing, drying and tagging in preparation for introducing Twice is Nice to Nashville. Community Palliative Care, The store opened last Saturday. 2675 S. Cochran, Charlotte, MI 48813. www.buikby Shari Carney headStaff Writer greenfuneralhome.com. An idea and a shared love of thrift shopping has given rise to Twice is Nice, a new store, located at 105 N. Main her husband, Michelle and St. in Nashville. VERMONTVILLE, MI Owner Mary Richard Lee Baker, age 64, Wesley Collins; his sons, Ann Richard Baker and John Leatherman, with daughter of Vermontville, passed away unexpectedly on Baker; his sister and her fam- Stephanie Leatherman, and friend February 17, 2013 at ily, Patricia Baker-Smith, family Jennifer Sparrow Hospital in Lansing Jeff Smith and nieces Jessica Demaray, have transformed after a brief illness. Smith and Leah Smith; and the previously empty space also survived by his in-laws, into a relaxed shopping He was bom February 16, 1949 in Fort Wayne, IN the experience. the Doering family. son of John and Irma Gene Recently widowed in Cremation has taken place. (Prall) Baker. There will be no visitation or 2012, Mary Ann said this has Richard graduated from services as requested by the been a welcome enterprise to Maple Valley High School family. get her mind on other things. Checking out at Twice is Nice, a shopper makes a and Grand Valley State Arrangements have been The store is open with a dress purchase with a necklace accessory. College. After graduating entrusted to Daniels Funeral grand opening slated for from college, he returned to Home in Nashville, Please Saturday, March 2. Stephanie brings experi­ shopping, shopping and the family dairy farm started and children. The aroma ofcoffee greets ence in retail, having man­ more shopping. A purchase visit our website at danielsRichard is survived by his funeralhome.net for further the shopper at the entrance aged the previous Movie of a consignment store’s by his parents and farmed it for 40 years with his wife wife, Anne; his daughter and details. where a self serve station is Outpost in Hastings. In addi­ contents from Pinckney, east set. Rack after rack of cloth­ tion, she attends Kalamazoo of Lansing, added to the ing accompanied by shelves Community College, study­ haul. The Pinckney business of shoes and displays of ing human resources. was closing due to the accessories invite browsing. While Stephanie is in owner’s health. Freshly painted walls give class, Demaray, a former “We’ve washed, dried and the interior a Tuscan look daycare provider, babysits tagged,” said Mary Ann as with reds, browns, blues and Stephanie’s toddler. There is she looked around at the oranges. a nursery sectioned off in the hundreds of items. It was less than four weeks store. Twice is Nice has dressing ago that a brainstorming ses­ Mary Ann has a back­ rooms and offers a two-day sion led to the reality of the ground in customer service, return for store credit if an Subscribe to the new store. The three women too, as she has previously item needs to be returned. Hastings Banner. took a combined love of worked at Ponderosa and K­ There is a chaise lounge for shopping to creating a Mart in Hastings. the non-shopper to comfort­ Call 269-945-9554 resale store of their own. Stocking the store meant ably rest. to start getting Prom season is near and two racks of prom and all the news evening gowns are seperated ofBarry County. by long and short dresses. Short dresses sell for $17.99 and long for $20.99. Another feature of the shop is the offering of in­ store credit for donations. Quality items may be exchanged for credit of vary­ ing amounts to be used in­ store. From casual to business, *Our Family Serving Yours” swimsuits to snowsuits and a host of accessories, a broad Nashville’s Only Family Owned, Independently range of choices awaits the Operated Funeral Home shopper at Twice is Nice. Fully Staffed Children’s Resource Room Business hours are Free Video Tribute • Barrier Free Monday to Saturday 9 a.m. Ample Parking • Accommodations Up to 300 to 5 p.m. Evening hours are extended to 9 p.m. Thursday B (517)852-9712 Scott A. Daniels Jeans, jeans and more jeans of every size, shape and and Friday. For more infor­ & Family color await shoppers at Twice is Nice, a new thrift store mation contact 517-852­ Owner/Manager 2079. in Nashville. CHARLOTTE, MI Marilyn Jean (Shiels) Fox, age 81, of Charlotte, passed away Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013 at the Eaton Community Palliative Care. Bom Sept. 16, 1931 to Walter Earl and Beulah Mae Shiels in Grand Rapids, Marilyn is now awaiting the loving awakening call of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Marilyn lived most of her life in Charlotte, serving her community in the capacity of a Licensed Practical Nurse working with child birth and Dorcas Society of Charlotte. nursery duties at Hayes- A great enjoyment for her Green-Beach Hospital. She was the compilation of her became known to many in 50th class yearbook. the community as “Aunt She was preceded in death Marilyn.” A talented seam­ by her parents; one older sis­ stress in all respects she ter, Betty Arlene Rolfe of sewed many articles of cloth­ Eaton Rapids; and a younger ing for family and friends. brother, Walter James Shiels She traveled far and wide of Snelling, CA. with her sister Betty She is survived by her hus­ researching family genealo­ band of 62 years, (Clyde) gy. Another attribute was Arthur Fox; two sisters, her talent in starting the Patricia (Hutchison) (Fred) Richard Lee Bake GET MORE NEWS! 06799907 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, February 23,2013 — Page 5 NCW presents ‘Maple Valley Showdown’ Local students named to MSU dean’s list Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Feb. 25 Feb. 26 Mar. 1 Mar. 1 Mar. 1 Mar. 5-6 Mar. 6 Mar. 7 Mar. 11 Mar. 11 Mar. 14 Mar. 19 Sherman Tank is set to square off against a mystery opponent for the title of United States Champion at the Maple Valley Showdown Saturday, March 2, at Kellogg Educational Center in Nashville. Doors open at 6 for the 7 p.m. event. (Photo courtesy of Northern Championship Wrestling) Professional wrestling is coming to Nashville in what promoters are calling a fami­ ly friendly event that will be fun for all. The Maple aple Valley Showdown, sponsored by the Maple Valley Alumni Association, will be Saturday, March 2, 7 p.m. at Kellogg Educational Center located on 324 Queen Street in Nashville. Northern Championship Wrestling will present Carter Mason vs. Mad Dragon vs. Kid Hybrid in a northern title triple threat match. Tag Team action will see the Painkillers take on the Evans Boys in what promises to be a brutal, intense match between two of the top tag teams in the midwest, say promoters. Eight ofthe best independ­ ent stars will also do battle in an eight man tournament to crown a United States heavy­ weight champion. The heavyweight contenders are: Justin Mane, Eddie Venom, Cameron Sky, Chris Chambers, Ethan Page, Vladik Vomoff and Sherman Tank. Tank will face a mys­ tery opponent. Advance tickets may be purchased at the following outlets: The Reading Place in Charlotte, Duey's Comer in Vermontville, Good Time Pizza and Moo-Ville in Nashville and State Grounds Coffee House, Hastings. Pricing for adults is $10 and child, $5. At the door, tickets will be $12 for adults and $7 for children. Food concessions will be supplied by the Maple Valley B.U.G.S. For more information, contact MVA President Adam Gusey, 517-543-3066. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads! LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. "Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship............. ........ 11 a.m. .......... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service .......... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM FIRST BASELINE CONGREGATIONAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 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 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG The Michigan State University dean’s list honors all full-time undergraduates who earn a 3.50 or better grade-point average for courses totaling 12 or more credits for a given semester. Several local students were included in the fall Rabbit Mandatory Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Hastings. Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Pro Auto in Hastings. Camping reservations may be taken. Horse youth pre-registration due in the Extension Office. New volunteer application deadline. Project F.I.S.H. “Reel Fun,” MSU Campus. Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Horse Mandatory Meeting for New Members, 6:30 p.m., KCC room 106. Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC room 106. Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Shooting Sports General Meeting. 2012 dean’s list, including: Nashville — Dennis Downing. Sunfield — Kara Clark, Kyler Clark, Nichole Erickson, Samantha Stemler. Vermontville — Emma Rulison. GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. Jones named Legislator of the Year by police chiefs group State Sen. Rick Jones recently received the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police Legislator of the Year Award. Here, Jones accepts the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police Legislator of the Year Award, pre­ sented by Chief Martin Underhill of Grand Ledge (left) and Chief George Basar of Howell. ul was honored to receive this award from such a distinguished group,” said Jones, R-Grand Ledge. “I will continue to work hard with my colleagues in the Legislature to make Michigan a safer place to live, work and vacation.” GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship............................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Wed. 5:30 p.m Family Supper 6:00-7:15............................ Pioneer Club Sunday School............................... 10 Sun: 9:00 Sunday S Aoo.Ml. Service 11:15 10: 00 ChurchS rvPic.Me. Service 6 11: 00.....................................Fellowship PASTOR GEORGE GAY MAPLE VALLEY SHOWDOWN SAT., MARCH 2, 2013 • BELL TIME 7PM Kellogg Educational Center, 324 Queen St., Nashville Advance Tickets: Adult $10, Child $5 At the Door: Adult $12, Child $7 www.ncwrestling.net • Card subject to change Advance Ticket Outlets... 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a A.M. Service ...........................11 a.m. P.M. Service...................................... 6 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 NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 The Reading Duey's Comer Good Times State Ground Moo-Ville Place Vermontville Pizza Coffee House Nashville Nashville Hastings Charlotte NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. NORTHERN CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING PRESENTS: QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Worship............................. 11:15 a.m. Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. . PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 203 N. State, Nashville FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................... 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 06805749 RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .. .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship..................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517) 852-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, February 23, 2013 Mustache Bash kicks off library's 90-year celebration Emily Kopka demonstrates a duct tape wallet with a pocket to hold a bank card. Kopka assisted patrons at Putnam District Library Monday, Feb. 18. Modeling freshly painted nails with mustache adornment is Kayla Hynes. Kayla received the manicure at the Mustache Bash Monday, Feb. 18'at Putnam District Library. The library is celebrating its 90th anniversary. Hansbargsr Heating 8 flir Conditioning featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and flir Conditioners Full Line of Indoor flir Quality FREE Estimates Licensed & Insured ruud | Uermontuille • Cole Hansbarger,, Owner [517-490-1287 ■ 06804130 B the theme at a Mustache Bash Monday, Feb. 18 at the kick­ off celebration of the 90th anniversary of Putnam District Library. In the children’s room, was a portrait of founder Charles Putnam. “Stick the mustache on the face” was played as patrons closed eyes and took aim. At another station, a matching game of varying col­ orful felt mustaches were aligned to the correct shape. Patrons of all ages could cut out mustache shapes and wear for a photo op. Library Director Shauna Jordan Woodman (from left) and siblings Courtney, Megan and Dillon Walker make Swantek and staff, each straw ‘staches’ at the Mustache Bash Monday, Feb. 18 at Putnam District Library. adorned with a mustache, assisted patrons at the various activity stations. Mustache shaped cookies and cake were served along with Moo-Ville milk. Near the refreshment station, mus­ taches on a straw were fash­ ioned. In the front of the library, nail painting with mustache decals and duct tape wallet assembly were offered. Teen helpers, Emily Kopka and Abby Smith, assisted guests. Patrons could make guesses of famous mustaches from a photo collage of mouth and mustache cutouts. Guesses were placed in a fishbowl to be drawn for prizes. The library has a year of events planned centered on the 90th anniversary. Putnam District Library is Carefully cutting out mustaches at Putnam Library are Jessie Fitzhenry (from left), open Monday, Wednesday and Haven Fitzhenry and Alanta Eastridge. Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday, 3 to 8 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Like us on Facebook At right: Andy Pena, age 8, celebrated a birthday Monday at the Mustache Bash. Pena, with eyes closed, sticks a mustache on a portrait of Charles Putnam. 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, f 1748 �I Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, February 23,2013 — Page 7 Community conversations results are in by Shari Carney Staff Writer The state findings for The Center for Michigan reveal a four-point agenda to improve student learning, Vermontville resident Doug Kelsey told the Maple Valley Board of Education during its meeting Monday, Feb. 18. Kelsey reported the find­ ings from 250 community conversations on education conducted statewide in 2012, drawing 7,500 citizen and school participants. Kelsey was responsible for bringing the conversation to Maple Valley where approximately 45 residents attended. Area conversations also were held in Hastings, Delton and Middleville. Results were recently released in an executive summary of findings, which stated, “A clear citizens’ agenda emerges from this public engagement cam­ paign.” Organizers said they found clear public mandate to: • Intensify early childhood education: Expand access to publicly funded preschool and other early childhood programs to greatly increase at-risk students reading and math proficiency. • Improve teacher prepara­ tion: Raise the bar for entry into education degree pro­ grams, require deeper mas­ tery of the subjects teachers teach and institute tougher standards for teacher certifi­ cation. • Provide stronger support to educators: Develop a stronger support system for educators once they’re in the classroom. Options include more intense mentoring to help new teachers and administrators master their craft, ongoing in-depth train­ ing and evaluation of educa­ tor performance and devel­ opment of more master teachers — trust experts in the performance of their craft. • Hold educators more accountable for student suc­ cess: Removal of poor per­ formers from the classroom while rewarding top per­ formers, stronger evaluation processes and new compen­ sation and promotion sys­ tems are all options for doing so. Attendees to the conversa­ tions learned statistics on where the state stands in national rankings: • 38th for fourth grade stu­ dent performance in math and reading. • 34th for eighth graders math and reading. • 37th in high school grad­ uates readiness for college. • 43rd in K-12 student to teacher ration (18 to 1). • 22nd in ,K-12 per pupil spending, $10,483. • 12th average teacher salary, $57,958. • 21st for adults with a high school diploma; 88 per­ cent. • 35th for adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher; Doug Kelsey addresses the Maple Valley School Board Feb. 18, reporting results 25 percent. from the state findings from The Center for Michigan’s community conversations held In a follow-up interview in 2012. Friday, Kelsey spoke of progress made by Maple environment [Maple Valley and grow the school dis­ formichigan.net; Valley Schools Academy and Pathways trict.’” bridgemi.com and michiSuperintendent Ronna Steel. Academy],” said Kelsey. For more information on gantruthsquad.com. “Ronna is very creative in “The teachers need to say, The Center for Michigan, making a competitive school ‘We want to be a part ofthis visit ninfo@thecenter- Money available to qualifying homeowners for property tax, mortgage assistance According to statistics published by the Michigan Foreclosure Task Force, Eaton County has been hit harder than most Michigan counties in monthly average mortgage foreclosures, rising 395 percent — from 91 to 378 between 2005 and 2010. The Michigan Homeowner Assistance Nonprofit Housing Corporation, acting through Michigan State Housing Development Authority, has received federal funds from the U.S. Department of Treasury to help Michigan through a comprehensive, statewide strategy to help homeowners who are at high risk of default or foreclosure, said Eaton County Treasurer Bob Robinson in a press release issued Feb. 19. In January, delinquent tax help was added to MSHDA’s Loan Rescue Program to benefit homeowners who need help with property tax payments. Getting current on delinquent taxes is an impor­ tant part of financial recov­ ery for families, said Robinson. If a homeowner is determined eligible, a one­ time payment can be made directly to the county treas­ urer for up to three years of property taxes. Homeowners seeking assistance can visit www.stepforwardmichigan.org to review details and complete an application for assistance. “This is one of four Hardest Hit, Step Forward Michigan programs to help families hurt by economic and home mortgage prob­ lems,” said Robinson. Approved homeowners sign a forgivable loan and mortgage lien for the amount of assistance granted. The loan is at zero percent inter­ est and requires no monthly payments. It is forgiven at 20 percent each year for five years, as long as the property remains the homeowner’s primary residence. Homeowners, he said, may be eligible to receive other forms of assistance on their primary residence from one of the following four Step Forward Michigan’s four programs. Unemployment Mortgage Subsidy Program — This program helps unemployed homeowners stay in their homes by providing monthly mortgage payment assis­ tance directly to the mort­ gage lenders. The program may provide the lesser of $1,000 or 50 percent of a homeowner’s monthly mort­ gage payment each month for a maximum of 12 months. The homeowner is responsible for the remaining portion of the monthly pay­ ment. To be eligible, home­ owners must actively be receiving State of Michigan unemployment benefits at the time of application and be able to sustain their por­ tion of the monthly payment. The maximum program reservation is $30,000. Loan Rescue Program — homeowners who have fallen behind on their mortgage and/or property taxes may find help catching up through Step Forward’s Loan Rescue Program. Homeowners who have experienced a qualifying involuntary hardship that has caused them to fall behind could be eligible if they can sustain their mortgage or property tax payments. Funds can be used to rein­ state a first lien mortgage delinquency, reinstate the first lien mortgage delin­ quency and make a contribu­ tion toward past due proper­ ty taxes or reinstate a second mortgage lien delinquency or contribute toward past-due property taxes (if the first lien mortgage is current). The maximum program reservation is $30,000. Modification Plan Program — modification plans help homeowners who may have fallen behind on their mortgage payments and homeowners with negative equity who are struggling to sustain their monthly pay­ ments. Funds can be used to pay the delinquent amount or make contributions toward the unpaid principal balance to reduce the negative equi­ ty. The lender must agree to modify the existing mort­ gage terms to provide the homeowner a more afford­ able, sustainable payment. The maximum program reservation is $30,000. Principal Curtailment Program — principal curtail­ ment assists homeowners who have negative equity. The maximum program reservation is $10,000 and requires a one-to-one match from the lender for total assistance of $20,000. These funds can be used to make a contribution toward the unpaid principal balance to Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads! reduce the negative equity. The lender must agree to modify the existing mort­ gage terms to provide the homeowner a more afford­ able, sustainable payment. Funds also can be used toward a second mortgage lien if the first mortgage account is current. For more information, go to www.stepforwardmichi- gan.org or follow the links provided at the county trea­ surer’s website, www.eatoncountytreasurer.org. �Page 8 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, February 23,2013 Memories of the Past This week in Nashville history This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Tuesday, Feb. 22, 1983. (Author’s note: Today’s column looks at this week in Nashville histoiy. The fol­ lowing excerpts are gleaned from the “Nashville Ancient History” column published in the Nashville News from near the turn of the century into the 1930s; from the “Turning Back the Pages” feature of the 1940s to 1960s; and from various early issues of the News.) 1874 — All the village documents, in the hands of the recorder, except the council book, were burned in the disastrous fire on Main Street last Wednesday night (Feb. 25)... The News equip­ ment, mostly saved from the In late February 1876, residents of Thornapple Lake were putting up their annual ice supply, cutting chunks 10 inches thick from the lake. In this 1915 photo, local ice­ man John Miller and crew are seen harvesting the winter bounty at Downs Lake near Nashville. Before the advent of electric refrigeration, lake and river ice, cut and stored in sawdust-packed sheds, was critical to food storage in the summer months. The Hurd Block, seen (far left) in this 1919 southward view of Nashville’s Main Street, became the home in late February 1926 of Paul Wing’s furniture store and undertaking establishment. The Carncross stock of dry goods, shoes and novelties was moved from the building at the corner of Main and Maple and sold to a Delton merchant. More than 50 men were working at Lentz Table Factory in late February 1902 and with an unprecedented number of orders rolling in, more men were to be hired in March. TOWNSHIP OF CASTLETON 2013 NOTICE OF BOARD OF REVIEW PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Review will meet at the Township Hall, 915 Reed St, Nashville, Michigan 49073, to examine and review the 2013 assess­ ment roll. The board will convene on the following dates for the hearing of appeals of assessments or taxable values, poverty exemptions, parcel classification appeals and/or current year qualified agricultural denials: Tuesday, March 5, 2013 - 2:00 pm Organizational Meeting Monday, March 11,2013 - 9:00 am to Noon and 1:00 to 4:00 pm Tuesday, March 12,2013 - 1:00 to 4:00 pm and 6:00 to 9:00 pm And on such additional days as required to hear all persons who have given notice of the desire to be heard until assessment rolls have been revised, corrected and approved. APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED; letter appeals will be accepted and must be received no later than 5:00 pm March 11, 2013. Tentative ratios and estimated multipliers for 2013 are as follows: Agricultural......... 44.75%... 1.1173 Commercial......... 52.32%... 0.9557 Industrial........... 47.46%... 1.0535 Residential......... 53.52%... 0.9342 Personal Property. 50.00%... 1.0000 Tentative equalization factor of 1.0000 for all classes is expected after comple­ tion of Board of Review. Cheryl Hartwell, Supervisor Castleton Township Kevin Harris, Assessor Castleton Township Castleton Township Board Meetings are open to all Without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or disability. American with Disabilities (ADA) Notice The township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, to indi­ viduals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon seven (7) days notice to Castleton Township. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact Castleton Township by writing or calling. Loma Wilson, Castleton Township Clerk 915 Reed St., Nashville, MI 49073 517-852-9479 06805660 fire but badly messed up, has been installed in the building just north of Wheeler’s old store. 1875 — A.J. Hoffman and J. Vickers of Maple. Grove, in five hours last Saturday, cut and split six cords of wood... Olds mill is populat­ ed by 2 million feet of saw logs. 1876 — Many residents of near Thomapple Lake are put­ ting up their annual supply of ice from the lake this week. It is about 10 inches thick and of excellent quality. 1877 — Our county seat is getting to be quite a civilized town. Last Saturday, William Wheeler of Woodland drove his team through the rather deserted streets of Hastings and was fined $5 and costs for speed­ ing. 1879 —, The Red Ribbon (temperance) club has moved its meetings to the council rooms next door to the village jail, where they will have ample opportunity to practice upon the drunks who frequently can be found spending the night there. 1880 — The prize dance at the opera house Saturday night was attended by 83 couples, about a dozen row­ dies from Vermontville and Kalamo and a couple local drunks. Several lively fights resulted and two arrests were made. 1881 — The McKelvey district has decided to erect a new schoolhouse in the spring to replace the one recently burned. It will be much larger than the old one [Maple Grove Township, comer of Bivens and Assyria roads], 1884 The river rose considerably during the recent thaw, and Brady’s flats are well nigh inundated. 1886 Charles Fowler has sold the 40 acres south of town, known as the Messimer place, to Frank Mecham for $1,800. 1888 — It behooveth the farmer to hunt up his sap sprouts, scour up his pails and pans and get ready to extract the saccharine prop­ erties from the maples. 1899 — Rep. McCall of Charlotte is author and chief backer ofthe bill now before the state legislature, making the manufacture and sale of cigarettes illegal in Michigan. The bill calls for a fine of $100 upon conviction of violators. 1900 — Rumors persist that a big coal mine is to be opened at Barryville next summer. The News, howev­ er, has been unable to verify the report that even one acre of land has been bought or leased by the oft-mentioned “promoters.” 1901 — F.E. VanOrsdal has commenced operation at his cigar factory. His Brand “22” is as good a smoke for five cents as can be bought anywhere. 1902 51 men were working at Lentz Table Factory last week, and, with an unprecedented number of orders rolling in, it is likely additional men will be hired during March. 1906 — J.S. Beigh, who recently bought the old liv­ ery and feed bam, is going to start regular Saturday after­ noon commission auction sales. He has a nice lot of goods and livestock listed for this Saturday. 1907 — A rural telephone company was this week organized by farmers of Maple Grove Township, and 12 members have already joined. A.D. Wolf was made president and A.O. Bivens, secretary and treasurer. 1924 — Ralph H. Olin, local Willys Knight dealer, announces that prices of the standard sedan has been reduced to $1,695 f.o.b. [free on board, no added shipping costs] Toledo. 1925 — John Johnson is back with the basketball team after a year’s absence because of an injured knee. With John and Ted Townsend back, Nashville should have a good chance in the tournament at Kalamazoo. 1926 — H.T. Reynolds has bought the stock of dry goods, shoes and novelty goods that occupied the Hurd building, which was owned by the Camcross company and will move the merchan­ dise to Delton. The big store building has now been leased to Paul Wing, undertaker and furniture dealer, who recent­ ly came here from Wayland. Continued next page PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 06799959 EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, February 23,2013 — Page 9 From previous page in history, members of the village council are to be Mr. Wing will move his salaried. In their meeting undertaking establishment Monday night, they voted into the store building and themselves a salary of one dollar per meeting, not to will add a line of furniture. 1927 — An epidemic of exceed $25 per year. 1931 — Nashville High red measles has struck Nashville, and there is a gen­ will play Charlotte in basket­ erous sprinkling of the red ball Friday at the opera placards about town, approx­ house. The local boys have defeated imately 50 families enter­ already taining one or more cases ... Charlotte on their own floor, Five or six cases of small­ earlier this season, by a score pox, mostly of a mild nature, of 14-13. 1932 — A violin quartet, are reported at Barryville, and a temporary ban has much a rarity, will be heard been placed on all public in evening recital, assisted by other musicians, at the gatherings in that vicinity. 1929 — Menno Wenger is Nashville Methodist Church driving a new Pontiac Six, during the Sunday evening or, to be more exact, his son service hour. The treat, made Harold is driving it... Robert possible through initiative of Surine, Hudson-Essex deal­ Joseph E. Mix, local violinist er, is showing the new Essex and violin instructor, who Challenger, with 76 has arranged much of the advanced features, retailing music of the evening. Those for $695 and up, f.o.b. facto­ in the quartet are J.E. Mix, Merle Wheeler of Sunfield, ry1930 — For the first time Carl Heese and Victor Sawdy, both of Woodland, with Alice Smith of Woodland as accompanist. Vocalists appearing are Dr. Stewart Lofdahl ofNashville and Miss Pauline Bowman of Woodland. LEGAL NOTICE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, Default has been made in the con­ P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COL­ ditions of a mortgage made by LECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA­ LARRY L. LEWIS JR. and TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED MARCY LEWIS AKA MARCEILA FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE LEWIS, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT Mortgage Electronic Registration (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORT­ .nominee for lender and lender's GAGE SALE - Default has been successors and assigns, made in the conditions of a mort­ Mortgagee, dated April 27, 2006, gage made by JACOB L. BRINCKand recorded on May 4, 2006, in MAN, A SINGLE MAN, to Document No. 1164067, and Mortgage Electronic Registration assigned by said mortgagee to Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as U.S. Bank National Association, nominee for lender and lender's as Trustee for J.P. Morgan successors and assigns,, Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006Mortgagee, dated November 22, HE2, Asset Backed Pass-Through 2010, and recorded on November Certificates, Series 2006-HE2, as 23, 2010, in Document No. assigned, Barry County Records, 201011230011003, and assigned Michigan, on which mortgage by said mortgagee to FLAGSTAR there is claimed to be due at the BANK, FSB, as assigned, Barry date hereof the sum of Ninety-Two County Records, Michigan, on Thousand One Hundred Sixty which mortgage there is claimed to Dollars and Thirty-One Cents be due at the date hereof the sum ($92,160.31), including interest at of Fifty-Three Thousand Five 9.750% per annum. Under the Hundred Thirty Dollars and Five power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such Cents ($53,530.05), including interest at 4.500% per annum. case made and provided, notice is Under the power of sale contained hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the in said mortgage and the statute in mortgaged premises, or some such case made and provided, part of them, at public venue, At notice is hereby given that said the East doors of the Barry County mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 01:00 PM o'clock, on some part of them, at public venue, March 14,2013 Said premises are At the East doors of the Barry located in Barry County, Michigan County Courthouse in Hastings, and are described as: THE Michigan, at 01:00 PM o'clock, on SOUTH 393 FEET OF THE March 28,2013 Said premises are WEST 280 FEET OF THE EAST located in Barry County, Michigan 430 FEET OF THE SOUTHWEST and are described as: LOT 967 EXCEPT THE SOUTH 65 FEET 9 1 / 4 OF SECTION 34, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, CARL­ INCHES OF THE WEST 8 FEET 3 TON TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUN­ INCHES AND THE WEST 1 ROD TY, MICHIGAN. The redemption OF LOT 968 OF THE CITY OF HASTINGS, FORMERLY VIL­ period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless deter­ LAGE, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. mined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale case the redemption period shall unless determined abandoned in be 30 days from the date of such with 1948CL sale. If the above referenced prop- accordance erty is sold at a foreclosure sale 600.3241a, in which case the under Chapter 600 of the redemption period shall be 30 days Michigan Compiled Laws, under from the date of such sale. If the MCL 600.3278, the borrower will above referenced property is sold be held responsible to the person at a foreclosure sale under who buys the property at the mort- Chapter 600 of the Michigan MCL gage foreclosure sale or to the Compiled Laws,, under u mortgage holder for damaging the 600.3278, the borrower will be hel property during the redemption responsible to the person who period. U.S. Bank National buys the property at the mortgage Association, as Trustee for J.P. foreclosure sale or to the mortgage Morgan Mortgage Acquisition holder for damaging the property Trust 2006-HE2, Asset Backed during the redemption period. Pass-Through Certificates, Series FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB 2006-HE2 Mortgagee/Assignee Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Ml 48335 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 Farmington Hills,, FSB.004689 CONV (02-23)(03-16) JPMC.001007 CONV 06805759 (02-09)(03-02) 06804798 LEGAL NOTICE 1946 — Mrs. Jean Bentley who has operated the La Jean Beauty shop in Bob’s barber shop, is leaving this week with her husband, Ray, who will enter Ferris Institute in Big Rapids. She has sold the business and equipment to Mrs. Louise Annis, who has owned and operated a beauty shop in Lansing for several years. 1949 — The Castleton­ Maple Grove-Nashville fire board Wednesday night approved the purchase of a new GMC 1 1/2-ton truck chassis on which to mount the fire department’s auxil­ iary water tank. 1950 — Three political parties, Independent, Republican and Prohibition, LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert L. Spencer, JR and Michele L. Spencer, husband and wife., to Great Lakes Mortgage and Investment, Mortgagee, dated September 13, 2007 and record­ ed September 21, 2007 in Instrument Number 20070921­ 0002244, and , Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mort­ gage is now held by PNC Bank, N.A. successor by merger to National City Bank by assign­ ment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fourteen Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety-One and 31/100 Dollars ($114,791.31) including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale con: tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on MARCH 28, 2013. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 8 rods East of the center of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 8 West at the Southeast comer of land owned by John Roush, formerly owned by Milo Bunn running thence North 20 rods; thence East 16 rods, more or less: Thence South 20 rods: Thence West 16 rods, more or less 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 §600.3241 a, 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, ypur damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property, at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ erty, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 23, 2013 Orlans Associates, PC. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 12-513777 (02-23)(03-16) 06805754 have held caucuses and nom­ inated candidates for Nashville village election March 13. Gale H. Keihi heads the Independent ticket, and Earl D. Olstead is the Republican candidate for village president. The Prohibition party decided to concentrate on the council and nominated only a partial ticket consisting of three candidates for the three trusteeships. LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER FORECLOSURE NOTICE RAN­ BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS DALL S. MILLER & ASSOCI­ IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATES, P.C. MAY BE A DEBT DEFAULT having been made in COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO the conditions of a certain COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY Mortgage made on April 23, INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY 1996, by David C. Wingeier and BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Nancy M. Wingeier, husband and IF YOU ARE A MILITARY SER­ VICEMEMBER ON ACTIVE wife, and Ronald D. Berg and DUTY NOW OR IN THE PRIOR Carolyn P. Berg, husband and NINE MONTHS, PLEASE CON­ wife, as Mortgagor, given by them TACT OUR OFFICE. Mortgage to MainStreet Savings Bank, Sale - Default has been made in FSB, whose address is 629 West the conditions of a certain mort­ State Street, Hastings, Michigan gage made by Cassie L. Moyer- 49058, as Mortgagee, and Campbell, An Unmarried Woman, recorded on April 25,1996, in the to Mortgage Electronic office of the Register of Deeds for Registration Systems, Inc. as Barry County, Michigan, in Liber nominee for BNC Mortgage, Inc., 658, Page 131, which mortgage A Delaware Corporation, was assigned to Commercial Mortgagee, dated July 25, 2007, Bank by an Assignment of and recorded on August 6, 2007, Mortgage dated July 20, 2012, as Document Number: 20070806-0000545, Barry recorded on July 26, 2012, in Number 2012­ County Records, said mortgage Instrument was assigned to U.S. BANK 002579, Barry County Records, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as on which Mortgage there is Trustee for Structured Asset claimed to be due and unpaid, as Securities Corporation Mortgage of the date of this Notice, the sum Pass-Through Certificates, of Fifty-Three Thousand Six Series 2007-BC4 by an Hundred Five and 48/100 Dollars Assignment of Mortgage dated ($53,605.48); and no suit or pro­ February 04, 2013 and recorded ceeding at law or in equity having February 14, 2013 by Document been instituted to recover the Number: 2013-001778, , on debt or any part thereof secured which mortgage there is claimed by said Mortgage, and the power to be due at the date hereof the of sale in said Mortgage having sum of One Hundred Sixteen become operative by reason of Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty-Seven and 04/100 such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ ($116,787.04) including interest BY GIVEN that on Thursday, at the rate of 9.08000% per March 7, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in annum. Under the power of sale the afternoon, at the Barry contained in said mortgage and County Courthouse in Hastings, the statute in such case made Michigan, that being one of the and provided, notice is hereby places for holding the Circuit given that said mortgage will be Court for Barry County, there will foreclosed by a sale of the mort­ be offered for sale and sold to the gaged premises, or some part of highest bidder or bidders at pub­ them, at public venue, at the lic auction or venue for purposes place of holding the Circuit Court of satisfying the amounts due and in said Barry County, where the unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ premises to be sold or some part er with all allowable costs of sale of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on March 28,2013 Said premises and includable attorney fees, the are situated in the City of lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: described as follows: LAND SIT­ Lot 15 and the West 16.5 feet of UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF Lot 14 of Aben Johnson's ORANGEVILLE, COUNTY OF Addition # 1 to the City, formerly BARRY, MICHIGAN, Village of Hastings, according to DESCRIBED AS: Commencing the recorded plat thereof as at the Southwest comer of the recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Pate Northeast quarter of the 56. Commonly known as: 339 E Northeast quarter of Section 9, Charles St If the property is even­ Town 2 North, Range 10 West, tually sold at foreclosure sale, the running thence Northerly 450 feet redemption period will be 6.00 along the East one-eighth line of months from the date of sale said Section 9; thence Easterly unless the property is abandoned 10 feet at right angles; thence or used for agricultural purposes. Northerly 232 feet parallel with If the property is determined abandoned in accordance with said East one-eighth line for the MCL 600.3241 and/or 600.3241 a, true place of beginning; thence the redemption period will be 30 continuing Northerly 232 feet par­ days from the date of sale, or 15 allel with said East one-eighth days after statutory notice, line; thence Southeasterly to a whichever is later. If the property point in the centerline of Lindsey is presumed to be used for agri­ Road which lies 779 feet cultural purposes prior to the date Northeasterly from the intersec­ of the foreclosure sale pursuant tion of said centerline and the to MCL 600.3240, the redemption North one-eighth line of said period is 1 year. Pursuant to MCL Section 9; thence Southwesterly 600.3278, if the property is sold a 220 feet along the centerline; a foreclosure sale, the borrow­ ers) will be held responsible to thence Northwesterly to the place beginning, Orangeville the person who buys the property of Barry County, at the mortgage foreclosure sale Township, or to the mortgage holder for Michigan. Commonly known as: damaging the property during the 5180 Lindsey Road, Delton, redemption period. TO ALL PUR­ Michigan 49046 Parcel Number: CHASERS: The foreclosing mort­ 08-11-009-013-75 The period gagee can rescind the sale. In within which the above premises that event, your damages are, if may be redeemed shall expire six any, limited solely to the return of (6) months from the date of sale, the bid amount tendered at sale, unless determined abandoned in plus interest. If you are a tenant in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. the property, please contact our 600.3241a, in which case the office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 23, 2013 redemption period shall be 30 Randall S. Miller & Associates, days from the time of such sale. P.C. Attorneys for U.S. BANK Dated: January 30, 2013 FOS­ SWIFT, COLLINS & NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as TER, P.C. COMMERCIAL Trustee for Structured Asset SMITH, Securities Corporation Mortgage BANK Benjamin J. Price of Pass-Through Certificates, Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Series 2007-BC4 43252 Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Woodward Avenue, Suite 180, Washington Square Lansing, Ml Bloomfield Hills, Ml 48302, 248­ 48933 (517) 371-8253 (02­ 335-9200 Case No. 02)(02-23) 06804094 130MI00037-1 (02-23)(03-16) LEGAL NOTICE AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT AND ANY INFOR­ MATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Andrew M. Berg, an adult married and Betty Jo Berg, an adult mar­ ried, Mortgagors, to Greenpoint Credit Corp. , Mortgagee, dated the 6th day of July, 1999 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 19th day of July, 1999 in Document No. 1032619 of Barry County Records, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Seventy Seven Thousand Three Hundred Twenty Two & 29/100 ($77,322.29), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 21st day of March, 2013 at 1:00 PM o'clock Local Time, said mort­ gage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Ml (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be neces­ sary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 6.5% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premis­ es are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all struc­ tures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, sit­ uated in the City of Delton, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as fol­ lows, to wit: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4, OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SEC­ TION 9, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST; RUNNING THENCE NORTHERLY 450 FEET ALONG THE EAST 1/8 LINE OF SAID SECTION 9; THENCE EASTERLY 10 FEET AT RIGHT ANGLES FOR THE TRUE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTHERLY 232 FEET PARALLEL WITH SAID EAST 1/8 LINE; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY TO A PONT IN THE CENTERLINE OF LIND­ SEY ROAD WHICH LIES 559 FEET NORTHEASTERLY FROM THE INTERSECTION OF SAID CENTERLINE AND THE NORTH 1/8 LINE OF SAID SECTION 9; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY 220 FEET ALONG SAID CEN­ TERLINE; THENCE NORTH­ WESTERLY TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. Said property has affixed thereto a 1998 Century Homes Manufactured Home During the six (6) months imme­ diately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days imme­ diately following the sale. Pursuant to MCLA 600.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for dam­ aging the property during the redemption period. Dated: 2/16/2013 Green Tree Servicing LLC fka Greenpoint Credit Corp. Mortgagee FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Green Tree Servicing LLC fka Greenpoint Credit Corp. 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800, Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 GTMO FHLMC Berg (02-16)(03-09) �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, February 23,2013 Lion boys put the ‘win’ in winter homecoming by Brett Bremer The Lions’ Micah Bromley looks to power up a shot against Pennfield Tuesday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Sports Editor It was winter homecoming, against rival Olivet, with a packed gymnasium, and the Lions couldn’t have played much better. Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ basketball team knocked off the visiting Eagles 66-51 Friday night, to improve to 12-6 overall and 10-6 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association. The Lions pounced on the Eagles from the start, outscor­ ing them 17-8 in the opening quarter. “We dominated the game right from the get-go,” said Maple Valley head coach Chris Ewing. The biggest advantage for the Lions was on the glass. They outrebounded the Eagles 42-24. Austin Gonser had a team-high eight rebounds to go with his 11 points. Garrett Miller led the Lions with 12 points, and Micah Bromley added nine to go with five assists. Ewing said the Eagles tried to play fast on the offensive end, and tried to slow things down when the Lions had the ball. The Lions were ready for both styles. Bromley and Miller did a good job of stay­ ing in front of the Eagle guards, and on the offensive end the Lions ran a patient attack against the Eagles’ half-court trap as well as their 2-3 zone. Maple Valley wait­ ed to find open looks, which helped the Lions bury eight threes in the game. Gonser and Anthony Mahler had two three-point­ ers each, and Uros Pajic drilled the first three-pointer of his varsity career. “The guys worked hard the last couple of days for this game,” Ewing said. “They knew it was going to be a big atmosphere, with a big crowd. We couldn’t have asked for a better turn-out from our crowd. I think the whole place was packed, and the student-section was into it. It was the kind of atmos­ phere basketball was meant to be played in.” The win snapped a twogame losing streak for the Lions. Pennfield topped the Lions 62-48 Tuesday, after getting up on the Lions early. Pennfield put up 21 points in the opening quarter, taking a 21-10 lead, then pushed its advantage to 37-18 at the half. Sam Duckham led Pennfield with 15 points and Jake Grimes added 13. Darin Blocker chipped in eight points, while Hunter Hoogakker and Ryan Lowe Maple Valley senior forward Garret Mater gets past a had six each. The Lions got 15 points Pennfield defender to get into the paint Tuesday night in each from Gonser and Sam Battle Creek. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Benedict, while Bromley the regular season with two Kalamazoo Tuesday and at added eight points. against Hackett Maple Valley High School Maple Valley closes out games Catholic Central, in Thursday. Olivet girls clinch KVA title by knocking off Lion ladies by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions have a lot to learn yet, and there isn’t much time to do it. Olivet’s varsity girls’ bas­ ketball team clinched the out­ right Kalamazoo Valley Association championship, finishing off a 17-1 league season with a 56-16 win at Maple Valley High School Friday. The Lions planned to work on going up against pressure all week, but it didn’t help much against the Eagle defense, which limited the Lions to eight points in each half. Olivet led 24-5 after one quarter. “We’ve got to learn how to take care of the ball and han­ dle pressure, and we need to replicate that pressure against each other in practice,” said Maple Valley head coach Landon Wilkes. Hayley Walkowski had 20 points, ten rebounds and five steals to lead the Eagles. Allison Kirk added 16 points and 10 rebounds. Maple Valley got four points each from Emily Mattocks and Marissa Pierce. 2013 BOARD OF REVIEW NOTICE Vermontville Township P.O. Box 215 Vermontville, MI 49096 2013 BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING SCHEDULE The Vermontville Township Board of Review for 2013 will be held at the Vermontville Opera House, 230 S. Main St. on the following dates: Tuesday, March 5th, 8:00am to 9:00am for an Organizational Meeting Petitions will be heard on: Monday, March 11th, 3:00pm to 9:00pm = Appeal Hearing Tuesday, March 12th, 9:00am to 3:00pm = Appeal Hearing The Board of Review will meet as many more days as deemed necessary to hear questions, protests, and to 32 assessments. By board resolution, residents are able to protest by letter, provided protest letter is received prior to March 12th. The tentative ratios and multipliers for each class of real property and personal property for 2013 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 Jack Owens, 7540 Vermontville Hwy., Vermontville, MI. Telephone No. 517.726.1241. The Lions return to action Monday, in the opening round of the Class C District Tournament they’re hosting. They will face GalesburgAugusta in the second contest of the night, at about 7:30 p.m. Delton Kellogg and Potterville will tip-off the district tournament at 6 p.m. The weekend isn’t much time to get more work in, but Wilkes said this group of 13 girls’ eagerness to improve has made them a joy to coach this season. And the work will go on long after the Lions’ tournament run ends, whenever that is. “They look to improve, they really do. They look to improve every day,” Wilkes said. “We just need to put in the practice time in the off­ season to get the improve­ ment we want, that goes for the coaches and for the kids.” The Lions end the regular season with a 1-19 record, and a 1-17 record in the KVA. The Lions fell 55-33 to vis­ iting Pennfield Tuesday. They kept fighting, even Can 945-9554 anytime for Maple Valley News classified ads after the Panthers pushed their lead to 25 points in the fourth quarter. Maple Valley used its pressure defense and attacked the basket on the offensive end of the floor to knock the Pennfield lead down to just nine points. The momentum shifted quickly though, and Pennfield went on a 10-0 run to take command of the ball game back. Hanna Kyle led Maple Valley with 12 points. Wilkes said she did a good job of attacking the basket. Alivia Johncock and Timara Burd had six points each for the Lions, while Mattocks and Emily Burkett added four each. Shelby Miller led Pennfield with 25 points. CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Castleton Township Board will hold a public hearing on the pro­ posed township budget for the fiscal year 2013-2014 at the Castleton Township Hall located at 915 Reed St., Nashville, MI on Wednesday, March 6,2013 at 6:30 pm. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUB­ JECT OF THE HEARING. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection at the Castleton Township office during normal business hours 10 am to 4 pm or by calling 517-852-9479. This notice is posted in compliance with Michigan’s Open Meetings Act Public Act No. 267 of 1976 as amended MCL 41.72a (2) (3) and the American Disabilities Act. The Castleton Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon ten (10) days notice to the Castleton Township Board. Note: Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Castleton Township Clerk Lorna L. Wilson in writing to: Castleton Township, 915 Reed St., Box 679, Nashville, MI 49073; 517-852-9479. The regular Castleton Township Board meeting will follow the Budget Public Hearing meeting. Lorna L. Wilson, CMC Castleton Township Clerk 06805672 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, February 23,2013 — Page 11 Pesina places at regional to Lion competitive cheer one earn spot in the State Finals place short of regional spot Less than ten points sepa­ rated Maple Valley from a spot in the Division 4 Regional Tournament The Lion varsity compet­ itive cheer team placed fifth at Saturday’s Division 3 District at Webberville High School, where the top four teams advanced to this Saturday’s regional round of the state tournament St. Louis earned the fourth and final spot in the regional, with an overall score of 658.62. The Lions finished the day with a total score of 648.70. Maple Valley 215-pounder Diego Pesina (top) works to turn over Vassar’s Justin Rutkowski during their match at the Division 3 Individual Regional Tournament in Williamston Saturday. (Photo by Cindy Gatewood) Zaik aaiWtldfc t * tfc Irdilptri nihi hhh a hi a phs ad in aK Im*^ 1 M (llh Maple Valley 285-pounder Zack Rosenberger holds down Vassar’s Ethan Slough during their match Saturday at the Division 3 Individual Regional Tournament hosted by Williamston High School. (Photo by Cindy Gatewood) ■ ' For the second straight Devereaux just edged season Maple Valley will Pesina 3-2 in the champi­ a have 215-pounder onship semifinals, while wrestling at the Individual Haller topped Tromp 4-1 in State Finals at the Palace of their championship semifinal Auburn Hills. match. Tromp advanced to There was an error in last Diego Pesina placed third the match for third with a 6­ in the weight class at the 5 win over Mount Morris’ week’s story about the Lion Division 3 Individual Trevor Skinner in the “blood varsity wrestling team on Regional Tournament at round”, while Pesina pinned page 11 of the Maple Valley Williamston High School Vassar’s Justin Rutkowski in News. Alejandro Reid, a 2012 Maple Valley High Saturday, earning a spot in 2 minutes and 37 seconds. the finals for the first time. Pesina is the lone individ­ School graduate who has Alejandro Reid, who is ual state qualifier for the been helping coach the Lion now helping coach Pesina at Lions, as 285-pound team­ heavyweights this season, Maple Valley High School, mate Zack Rosenberger fell was identified as a former was a regional runner-up and in each of his two matches regional qualifier. Reid’s senior season continued went to the Individual State Saturday. beyond the regional level Finals in Division 4 in 2012. The Individual State All four guys who Finals run from Feb. 28 though, as he earned a spot in advanced out of the district through March 2. The Team the Division 4 Individual tournament the previous State Finals are going on this State Finals at the Palace of Auburn Hills. Saturday at Lakewood High weekend in Battle Creek. School also moved through the regional at Williamston. 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Blake Paige, Justin VanVaerenburg, and Kaleb Venema took first, while Hogan McCleary placed sec­ ond. Maple Valley had 14 wrestlers compete at the MYWA Middleville tourna- ment Sunday. Hogan McCleary, Chandler Murton, and Franklin Ulrich placed first. Blake Paige, Matthew Slaght, Jesse Brumm, Konnor Visger, Gaige Cripe, Dillon Terpening, and Ray Haliwill placed second. Bryce Bignall placed third, and Ryan Bennett fourth. Two Maple Valley Wrestlers competed at the MYWA tournament in Traverse City, with both Landen Bartley and Gavin Bartley taking first. This weekend Maple Valley is hosting the MYWA Lions looking for a couple ofcoaches ■ks mei hi BH« it hittfc Round two was the dif­ Merrill also added a 208.44 ference. Maple Valley had in round two, which was the fourth best score of the just off the pace set by day in rounds one and three, Pewamo-Westphalia at but their 170.10 in round 208.58 in that round. two was eighth best in that Pewamo-Westphalia was round. St. Louis had a ten- second overall on the day point deduction in the sec­ with a score of 731.88. ond round, and still was 11 Whitmore Lake was third points better than the Lions with a 677.68. with its score of 181.82. Behind the Lions, Grass Merrill took the day’s Lake was sixth with a score title with an overall score of of 646.28, followed by St. 745.14. Merrill had the top Charles 621.84, Montrose score of the day in both 621.56, Webberville rounds one and three, a 593.24, Springport 541.00, 228.30 in round one and a Bath 527.50 and Vassar 208.40 in round three. 521.92. Maple Valley High School is looking for a couple of coaches for the upcoming seasons. The Lions are searching for a JV softball coach for this spring, and a varsity football assistant coach for next fall. If anyone is interested in King of the Jungle tourna­ ment at Maple Valley High School. For Sale RUSTIC WHITE CEDAR Queen Size Bedroom Set. 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VERMONTVILLE U) in 8 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa �Page 12 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, February 23,2013 Vermontville 100 years of history —1836 to 1936 Part IV by Juliette L. Gehman and Jennie E. Martin The month of May 1836 saw the first felling of forest trees in this primitive coun­ try. Mrs. Andrew Green, a present resident, remembers hearing her grandfather, Jay Hawkins, telling of helping to cut trees down to make our present east and west Main Street. He came with Roger Griswold as a boy himself, but remained as one of the pioneers. At first each colonist had only his town 10-acre plat. Indeed, for a time, that is until they were able to build individual homes, they lived in community fashion in the colony log house built near the present Fred Kroger home. This was known to the colonists as “The State House.” The original idea was for each family to have a home on its town 10 acres for pro­ tection and also to ensure church and school privileges, but gradually houses were built on their individual farms, or “farm lots” as they termed them. The land of Vermontville township was assigned or distributed at a general meet­ ing at the colony State House in October 1836. Certain lots most desirable trails. A mile an hour was the were assessed to the amount rate of travel between of $400, to defray the agent’s Bellevue and Vermontville expenses, then as S.S. by ox team. Church wrote, “each one drew and was satisfied.” We wonder how many Many of the sections were readers of this paper far registered, in the name of or near can trace their J.B. Scovell and Company. ancestry to either those This Josiah Scovell was of our first list or this agent for the colonists. His addition. New additions brother, Stephen D. to our residents were Scoville, also came as a pio­ continually being made neer. He lived but 10 more in the 1850s and 1860s, years, leaving his widow and and ever later, such two children. She later mar­ families today being ried Argalus Sprague, and to entitled to the title "old” them were bom several chil­ dren, among them Ernest and ifnot “pioneer.” Amanda, now deceased, and the Rev. Fred Sprague, still a resident. In the item of her expens­ The classic story remains es after Mr. Scovell’s death of Roger Griswold attempt­ is “Making a Coffin, $7.” ing this trip in one day and Of course wood was all being caught by darkness about them. before reaching Bellevue. He While there was a great stopped his team and “hal­ “Michigan fever” down East looed” thinking he might be in 1836 by 1837, it had within hailing distance ofthe entirely abated, and wildcat town. This was after he had money and its accompanying vainly tried to find the road depression was a vivid recol­ on his hands and knees. lection of these old pioneers. To his halloo, a wolf Now, land would sell for no answered and a second wolf price, and they endured the answered the first. Mr. embarrassments common to Griswold unhitched his the later depressions some of team, tied them to the wagon us can remember. and then sat there until day­ Gradually the Vermont light, gun in hand listening to families began to come here. a widening concert of It was a three-week trip, wolves’ howls. some of the way by blazed The Old Colony road was van s of Nashville cleared by chopping trees and many of us have heard our grandfathers tell with pride of their part therein. S.S. Church tells of the first trustees of the First Congregational church being elected Aug. 10, 1838. By 1839, we find a record of a church subscription paper, amounts from $10 to $1 being contributed, most of it in work or produce. The Rev. S. Cochran was their minis­ ter. A log building on the northwest comer designated by the colonists housed both church and school for some time. In 1843, an academical association was formed. W.U. Benedict had come here by that time. A graduate of Williams College, he became pastor of the church and teacher of the academy. A study of his portrait, now hanging in our chapel, but originally from the old William Benedict home, now owned by William Ferris, is a study in New England ideals of “high thinking and simple living.” His is a typical Puritan coun­ tenance. Board was $1 to $1.25 per week. It would be interesting to hear from those who attended this academy, and are still living. We know of but three, Mrs. Anna Marsh, daughter of the Rev. W.U. Benedict; James McCotter, son of Simeon McCotter; and Mrs. Janette McCarty, daughter of D.F. Bullock, who came in 1836 to buy land, and in 1840 to take up his home here. April 1837 saw the first election in the township. S.S. Church, father of Daniel Church, was elected town­ ship clerk; Jay Hawkins and Oren Dickinson, were among other officers. By 1844, there were 51 resident taxpayers. Twenty of these are enumerated ear­ lier in this history as among the original colonists. Several others have left no impression on the life of this town, but we append a list of the others, many of whose descendants are still among us, and who themselves are well-known here or else­ where; these are A.L. Armstrong; W.U. Benedict; John Barrett; Dudley F. Bullock; Jonas Hager; Henry Robinson; Truman W. Rogers; Artemas, Cephas, Lovina and Jason Smith; Philetus Sprague (brother of Carr and Argalus Sprague); Reuben Sanford (later moved to Kalamo); Asa B. and William W. Warner. We wonder how many readers of this paper far or near can trace their ancestry to either those of our first list or this addition. New addi­ tions to our residents were continually being made in the 1850s and 1860s, and ever later, such families today being entitled to the title “old” if not “pioneer.” Rep. Abed invites citizens to talk over coffee State Rep. Theresa Abed invites residents to join her for coffee to discuss thoughts and ideas to improve state government. Rep. Abed will host a cof­ fee hour Saturday, Feb. 23, from 10 to 11 a.m. at Sunfield Coffee Company, 132 Main St., Sunfield, and Saturday, March 2, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at Sugar Hut Cafe, 174 S. Main St., Vermontville. Abed has an electronic newsletter, which provides brief updates of her work at the Capitol and in the com­ munity. To sign up for the newsletter, visit the website www.abed.housedems.com or call 517- 373-0853. meat o PRODUC THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 2013 U.S.D.A. WHOLE FROZEN BONELESS ECKRICH REG. OR BUN SIZE NEW YORK STRIPS CHICKEN BREASTS HOT DOGS BANANAS 16 OZ. PKGS. :>■ 1J ICEBERG GARDEN SALAD UOZ.PKG. Excludes Beef, Cheese, & Fat Free WHOLE BONELESS FROZEN PORK LOIN TILAPIA 5 LB. PKG. ECKRICH REG. OR THICK BOLOGNA OR COTTO SALAMI NAVEL ORANGES 8 LB. Excludes Beef Bologna www.carlsmarkets.com While supplies last - norain checks � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-03-02.pdf 165d4b79f0fae873ae3696c209444da0 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. 141-No. 9, March 2, 2013 Woodworking project brings students together Maple Valley Academy data reveals tremendous gains ing is extremely important, she said. The woodworking project incorporated a vari- ety of learning standards as Maple Valley high school students coached the chil- dren in creating a Kung Fu SeeW)00WmtG,pg3 by Shari Carney Staff Writer Maple Valley’s vocational trades program, under the direction of Jeff Seavolt, recently provided a wood­ working opportunity for Maple Valley Academy stu­ dents in the combined kindergarten and first grade classes of Amy Billings and Heather Bross. The work­ shop was conducted at Fuller Street Elementary. “This is a great opportuni­ ty for children to have fun with a hands-on learning activity while getting to know some of our leaders in vocational trades,” said Seavolt. “I try to put high school students in a leader­ ship role that allows them to interact and teach future trades students.” MV Academy students are working through a first of its Vocational trades instructor Jeff Seavolt with student helpers Jessica Fuller (from kind performance-based edu­ cational model in this area, left) and Iva Weiler assists students at Maple Valley Academy with a Build and Grow said Bross. Hands-on learn- project. Putnam's LEGO club meeting draws a creative group Nineteen builders with creative plans to build struc­ tures around the theme “Inventions,” made the first LEGO Club meeting at the Putnam District Library on Saturday, Feb. 16 a notable one. The builders grouped in grades second to fifth, were encouraged to construct something that solved a problem, was realistic enough to be used today, and to use the blocks creatively, according to library aide Laura Scott who reports hav­ ing seen some very unique designs. Using the stated criteria, library staff and members of the Teen Advisory Group reviewed the inventions. First place was awarded to Travis Mater who created a pizza and flower delivery boat, complete with an onboard oven. Second place went to Ryan Finkler for his version of an automatic piloted jet, with exterior eyes and top mounted radar that provide visuals for sleeping pilots. Third place winner for the event was Logan Boldrey who created a tank with rotating guns. The tank stayed stationary as the guns functioned in all directions. Each month three winning stuctures will be selected with a special LEGO prize going to the top winner. The next meeting will be Saturday, March 16 at 11 a.m. with the design theme “Spring.” The club is limited to 25 pre-registered second to fifth graders. Due to the overwhelming response to this program, the library is considering adding a second club. To register, visit the library or contact LEGO Club coordinator, Scott, at LScott@putnamlib.org. Siblings named winter homecoming royalty Siblings and seniors Timara Burd and Dragos Burd are crowned Queen and King of the Maple Valley 2013 Winter Homecoming. (Photo by Kathy Feasel) Literacy Night will be Friday at Fuller Reading lock-in will follow for older students various activities. A reading lock-in for third, fourth and fifth graders will follow from 7:30 to 9 p.m. This will be Reenactment of stories, held in the gymnasium at retelling tales, listening to Fuller Street. The older stu­ legends and making crafts dents should consider are all on the docket for bringing books to read, a Literacy Night Friday, snack to share, a pillow, March 8, at Fuller Street blanket or something com­ fortable to rest on. Elementary. Activities and equipment “This event will be an exciting evening with many will include floor hockey, reading activities and basketball, hula hoops, opportunities for students jump ropes, computer in preschool, PPI, kinder­ games, checkers, chess, garten, first and second penny hockey, washer toss, grades,” said Matt Powers, bean bag toss and football accuracy throw. fourth grade teacher. Everybody wilL be The event for the younger students will be encouraged to read — from 5:30 to 7 p.m. with an including parents and open house format, so par­ teachers — simply for the ents and guardians may enjoyment of reading, said accompany children to the Powers. In This Issue • Teens ‘own the night’ at Putnam library • Former doctor spent lifetime Putnam Library teen leader Audrey Reid listens to second place winner Ryan Finkler as he describes his invention. First place winner at Putnam District Library for the February LEGO Club is Travis Mater. Travis dis­ plays his award. Travis designed a pizza and flower delivery truck. healing local folks • Junior’s three-pointer saves Lions’ senior night • Rams score third win over Lions, ending year for Maple Valley girls �Page 2 — Just Say ’As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 2, 2013 WINTER HOMECOMING continued from page 1 Senior candidates for the 2013 Maple Valley Winter Homecoming are Shennondoah Fighter and Dragos Burd. (Photo by Kathy Feasel) Seniors Timara Burd Seniors Timara Burd and and Tommy Tommy Mudge Mudge are are candicandidates for Maple Valley 2013 Winter Homecoming. (Photo by Kathy Feasel) Senior candidates Meghann Zank and Nate Van Stee at the winter homecoming Friday, Feb. 22. Hannah Kyle and Micah Bromley represent the junior class at the Maple Valley winter homecoming Friday, Feb. 22. Kyle and Bromley were named prince and princess of homecoming. (Photo by Kathy Feasel) Representing the freshman class for winter home­ coming are Lindsey Mattocks and Seth Gurd. (Photo by Kathy Feasel) Feasel) Kathy 'MAPLE,VALLEY rnusw The sophomore class is represented by Danielle Van Dyke and Tyler Lance during the 2013 Maple Valley Winter Homecoming. Due to family tragedy, the show is rescheduled to April 20. All advance tickets will be honored. Miller Dianne Feldpausch CRS, GRI, Sales Mgr. 838-1332 REAL ESTATE Jack & Judy fl Country Kettle Saturday Nite Specials - BBQ Ribs Roast Pork & MON-FRI 9:00-5:30 SAT 9:00-NOON (269) 945-5182 • 1-800-420-9080 149 WEST STATE ST. 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Call Diann e .$59,900 �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, March 2, 2013 — Page 3 WOODWORKING, continued from page 1 Building trades students Drew Johnson (from left), Lucas Gurski and Matt Scott (front table) assist students at the Maple Valley Academy with a building project. (Photos by Erin Carney) Emma Myers (left) works on a project while Mykaela Scurlock listens to instructions from building trades student Shiann Adams Panda tower. Students were able to apply lessons such as meas­ urement, reading directions, speaking and listening, adding and problem-solving. As a follow-up, students will write a narrative on the sequence of events that was necessary to build the tower. Lowe’s Build and Grow program supplied the materi­ als for the project, said Seavolt. “Field experiences could not happen without the sup­ port of the community in our shared vision to offer every opportunity for students on a shoestring budget,” said Brass. “This proves it can be done when we work together as a team.” MV Academy parents and students are credited with raising funds through T-shirt sales and a fundraiser to pro­ vide field experience fees and bus transportation costs. “Amy and I also received the Target gram we had writ­ ten and applied for this sum­ mer to purchase the A to Z Raz-Kids reading software program for the 30 iPads we have and Scholastic maga­ zines for exposure to more non-fiction reading,” said Bross.SeavOlt said Lowe’s runi the Build and Grow program once a month in-store for children. ^Diana’s The Place to Gofor Professional Styling Matt Wehr from the building trades class at Maple Valley High School helps Azaleah Barlow, (from left) Addison Shank and Trinity Meade. * BARGAIN twilight ~ )3.UnUn ■ DAILy 4:00-6:00 PM 'niMiilliiMM__________ Q No passes MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday (S) Stadium Seating SHOWTIMES 3/2 - 3/7 TITLES AMD TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE FREE SPRING MOVIES i^- S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thomapple Lake Rd. , 1-517-852-9481 06799647 Saturday & Sunday 9 & 10 AM DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: DOG DAYS |PG) LEWIS & CLARK: GREAT JOURNEY WEST TUE. 3/5 4:00,5:15,6:30,7:45 O® 3D JACK THE GIANT SLAYER (PG-13) $2 sc mmuM nn30 DAILY 4:20,9:20 nair O® JACK THE GIANT SLAYER (PG-13) SAT-SUN 11:20,1:50.6:50 MON-TH 6:50 / Pancakes I Biscuits & Gravy! Eggs ! I Sausage ! Homemade Toasted Bread! Come enjoy breakfast cooked and served by the men ofthe O® THE LAST EXORCISM PART II (PG-13) SAT-SUN 12:00. 2:20.4:50,7:00.9:30 MON-TH 4:50,7:00.9:30 SAFE HAVEN (PG-13) SAT-SUN 11:40, 2:10,4:40. 7:10, 9:40 MON-TH 4:40,7:10.9:40 IDENTITY THIEF (R) SAT-SUN 11:30, 2:00,4:30, 7:20, 9:50 MON/WED/TH 4:30,7:20,9:50 TUE 9:50 Communication is a priority The following is a guest column by State Rep. Theresa Abed, democrat from Grand Ledge. Abed will be periodically contributing to the Maple Valley News. As your state representa­ tive, 1 want to extend my sin­ cere appreciation and grati­ tude to the people of Eaton County for entrusting me to represent them as we contin­ ue to work to move Michigan forward. I am working tirelessly to advo­ cate for the needs of our county and our great state. Ongoing, two-way communication, accessibility and educating the public on up­ coming legislation are areas I hold as high priorities as your state representative. To address this priority, I will write regular guest columns to help you stay informed. Listening to your concerns and your ideas for addressing those needs is very important as we work together to put our economy back on track. 2013 will be a year when many decisions will be made that will have a huge impact on our educational system, middle-class families, sen­ iors and small businesses. I am excited to be given this opportunity to represent you and together we can help shape the future ofMichigan. I welcome your comments and questions. You can reach me by phone, 517-373-0853, or email, TlieresaAbed@house.mi.gov . My website can be found at www.abed.housedems.com. VERMONTVILLE METHODIST CHURCH Saturday, March 9 from 8am-10am (Free Will Offering) �4 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley Mews' Saturday March 2.2013 Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Mar. 4 Baked chicken leg qtr.. mashed potatoes and gravy, spinach, applesauce, bread pudding. T uesday, Mar. 5 Swedish meatballs with noodles,, corn, broccoli, orange. Wednesday, Mar. 6 Pork cutlet and gravy, sweet potatoes, green beans, sliced pears, bread. Thursday, Mar. 7 Hamburger, hash brown cubes, broccoli cheese soup, banana, bun. Friday, Mar. 8 Tilapia, wild rice, peas and carrots, broccoli, jello with fruit. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Mar. 4 Cottage cheese, pea and cheese salad, mandarin oranges, granola bar. Tuesday, Mar. 5 Italian pasta salad, carrot raisin salad, applesauce, crackers. Wednesday, Mar. 6 Sliced roast beef with cheddar cheese, pickled beets, tropical fruit, bun. Thursday, Mar. 7 Chicken Caesar salad, pasta salad, tropical fruit, crackers. Friday, Mar. 8 Egg salad, coleslaw, jello with fruit, bun. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Mar. 4 Beginning March 5th through 30th, MOOvllle will be having Garage Sales! Tuesday through Saturday 4 1/2 OFF 9:00 am - 6:00 pm 10 NEW VENDORS WEEKLY! 2pm-6pm Every Saturday!. 5875 S. M-66, Nashville 2 mi S of Nashville, corner of M-79 & M-66 517-852-9003 www.moo-ville.com «u, oner! 3869 INSPIRATION LANE, VERMONTVILLE 3.38 acres, 3 BRs, 2.5 baths, walkout basement, 32x40 pole barn. $179,900. 206 PHILLIPS ST., NASHVILLE - $52,900 Great starter or retirement homelll 3 BRs, main floor laundry kitchen, dining room, living room. Updated windows, roof, siding, flooring, drywall. Covered front porch. A must see! Re/Max Real Estate Professionals CARLA HEWLETT 517-749-7202 (CELL) 517-543-3500, EXT. 17 (OFFICE) Baked chicken breast, mashed potatoes and gravy, spinach, applesauce, bread pudding. Tuesday, Mar. 5 Swedish meatballs with noodles, corn, broccoli, orange. Wednesday, Mar. 6 Pork cutlet, stuffing and gravy, sweet potatoes, cauli­ flower, mixed berry juice. Thursday, Mar. 7 Hamburger, seasoned potatoes, green beans, banana, bun. Friday, Mar. 8 Tilapia, wild rice, peas and carrots, broccoli, prunes. Activities Calendar Monday, Mar. 4 Hastings: Mini Massage 9:00-12; Card Making 10 a.m.; BYOG; Music with Sam; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; March Birthday Party; H,W,N: Reminiscence. 5 Tuesday, Mar. Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, Mar. 6 Hastings: Music with Sam; Nails; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Sewing Class 6-8 p.m. Delton: Blood Pressure Checks 11 a.m.; Remini­ scence. Woodland: Sing-a­ Long Thursday, Mar. 7 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 am. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Frederik Meijer Gardens Trip. Friday, Mar. 8 - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 am.; Model Railroad 10 a.m. Woodland: Visiting; Sing-a­ Long. Nashville Mini Massage 11 a.m. Blood drive planned here Thursday A blood drive will take place Thursday, March 7, at Grace Community Church from 1 to 6:45 p.m. Donors must be 17 years old or older, be in good hoef a1lt1h0 apnod nwdesi.gh a minimum of 110 pounds. Grace Community Church is at 8950 East M-79 in Nashville. Thomas James Gorman VERMONTVILLE, MI Mr. Gorman passed away Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at Eaton Community Palliative Care in Charlotte, at the age of 78. Thomas was bom April 29, 1934 in Lincoln Twp., Isabella County, MI, son of Charles B. And Garnet (Noble) Gorman. Mr. Gorman retired from H.S.V. in Lake Odessa and worked at the Sunfield Cemetery after retirement, then moved to Baldwin where he worked with the National Forest Parks and Recreation Department. He enjoyed making maple syrup, enjoyed baseball, fish­ ing, hunting, and loved spending time with his chil­ dren and grandchildren.. Thomas was preceded in death by both his parents; two brothers and two sisters. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Gloria; son Gary and daughter-in-law April, granddaughter Katie and grandson Marr; son Tim and daughter-in-law Melinda, granddaughters Jessie, Britney and Elizabeth, grandson Nick, great grand­ son Haven; son Buddy, grandson Aaron, grand­ daughter Danielle; son Mike and daughter-in-law Becky, grandsons Nathan, Bruce, Austin; many nieces and nephews. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at the St. Cyril Catholic Church, 203 N. State St., Nashville, MI 49073. Visitation will be 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, March 4 at the Rosier Funeral Home, MapesFisher Chapel, Sunfield. Contributions may be made to Eaton Conununity Palliative Care: 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. ^osieftTunehat Uom<> xAtapet-Titfa* Cltaprt 193 Jackson Street Sunfield, Michigan 48890 Mildred “Millie” M. Javor Mildred “Millie” M. Javor, age 90, passed away on Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at Eaton Community Palliative Care surrounded by her family. She was bom on April 19, 1922 in Paw Paw, to Stephen and Antonette Minarik, on a grape and asparagus farm. She married Marcus J. Javor on October 9, 1939 also in Paw Paw. She and her husband owned and operated meat markets and grocery stores in Battle Creek and Assyria Center. She enjoyed garden­ ing and cooking, especially for her entire family. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Surviving are her children, John (Mary) Javor ofJupiter, FL, Martha (Lee) Beam of Charlotte, Michael (Diana) Javor of Johnstown, OH and Daniel (Mary) Javor of Hastings; 18 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and seven great-great grandchil­ dren; sisters, Josephine Minarik of Battle Creek and Alice Stieber of Kalamazoo. Preceded in death by her parents; husband of 36 years, Marcus; daughter, Bonnie Kay Hoffman; grandson, David Clouse; six brothers and five sisters. Millie is at the Lauer Family Funeral HomesWren Chapel 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings where her family received friends 6 ’ to 8 p.m. Friday, March 1 and 10 a.m. Saturday, March 2, 2013 until the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. The Rev. Richard Alstine officiated. Interment followed in Rutland Township Cemetery. It is suggested in lieu of flowers that memorial contri­ butions be directed to the Eaton Community Palliative Care Facility in Charlotte. Please share a memory with Millie’s family family at www.lauerfh.com. LAUEQ I AMILY FUN! RAI HOMI 0 Bernita G. Gardne VERMONTVILLE, MI Bernita G. Gardner, age 90, ofVermontville, died Friday, February 22, 2013. Mrs. Gardner was bom December 21, 1922 in Barry County, the daughter of Oscar Flory and Neva (Troxel) Flory. She is survived by her son, Doug (Judy) Gardner; daughter-in-law, Debbie Gardner; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; brother, Glendon (Beulah) Flory of Ionia. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gaylord and she was a softball cheer­ their son, Dwight. leader for Gaylord’s games, Bernita adored her hus­ and loved that the baseball band, and enjoyed their time field that they played on was in Leesburg, FL. In their named after him. She retirement years together, enjoyed country music and clogging, 4th of July family gatherings, and Father’s Day. She felt a great accom­ plishment with her kids, and cherished her grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, February 25, 2013 at Vermontville Congregational Church with Rev. Israel Young officiat­ ing. Interment was at Lake Side Cemetery. If desired memorial contri­ butions may be made to First Congregational Church of Vermontville. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 2,2013 — Page 5 Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Mar. 5-6 Mar. 6 Mar. 7 Mar. 11 Mar. 11 Mar. 14 Mar. 19 Mar. 19 Mar. 21 Project F.I.S.H. “Reel Fun,” MSU Campus. Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m.. Expo Center. Horse Mandatory Meeting for New Members, 6:30 p.m., KCC room 106. Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC room 106. Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Shooting Sports General Meeting. How to Show Your Cat, 6:30 p.m., Hastings Public Library. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. From the Pulpit IWien nobody is watching by Pastor Gary Simmons Vermontville and Gresham United Methodist churches Who are you when no one’s looking? Who are you when you are all alone? The Gospel of John tells us that one day Jesus saw Nathanael walking toward him, and said this about him, “Here is truly an Israelite in whom there is no deceit.” Nathanael asked him, “Where did you get to know me?” Jesus answered, “I saw you under the fig tree before Philip called you.” Nathanael replied, “Rabbi, you are the Son of God. You are the King of Israel.” (John 1:47-49) Jesus was telling Nathanael, “I saw you when you thought nobody was watching.” I don’t know what happened under the fig tree. The Bible doesn’t tell us. My guess is that it was something admirable — perhaps Nathanael was praying, or perhaps he did something honest or good that nobody else could possibly be able to know. But, Nathanael knew exactly what Jesus was talking about. And he knew that only God could possibly know it. This Scripture reminds us that nobody knows the real you except for two people: you and God. Nobody knows the good you do in secret. Nobody knows the sins you hide in secret. Nobody but you and God. Nobody can truly measure your integrity, your sincerity of faith, the devotion of your heart. — except you and God. The focus of Lent (the 40 days before Easter) is to take time to sincerely examine yourself and your relationship with God. Who is the real you? It doesn’t matter what I think or what your closest friend thinks. But what does Jesus see when he sees you sitting under the tree, or in your car, or at home alone? How true are you to your claim to be a Christian in your everyday life when no one can see you? Who are you when nobody is watching? LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. "Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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 CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller SL, Nashville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship............ ...11 a.m. ......... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service ......... :45 p.m. . . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east 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 School 10:00........................... Church Service 11®)..................................... Fellowship SERVING OUR COUNTRY Jessa Cheeseman An Anti-Valentine’s Day Party at Putnam District Library has this group of teens taking a face to mouth cookie challenge. Teens ‘own the night’ at Putnam library Marine Corps Pvt. Jessa M. Cheeseman, daughter of Rexanne K. and Michael Own the Night for kids in Cheeseman of Nashville, sixth to 12th grades is every earned the title of United other Monday night at States Marine after graduat­ Putnam District Library in ing from recruit training at Nashville. Activities begin at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, 5, and when the library offi­ Parris Island, S. C. cially closes at 6 p.m., the For 13 weeks, Cheeseman teens “own it.” stayed committed during Music comes on, games some of the world’s most begin, and sometimes homedemanding entry-level mili- work even gets done, said tary training in order to be Library Director Shauna transformed from civilian to Swantek. Marine instilled with pride, Teens participate in the discipline and the core values planned activities of the of honor, courage and com­ night, use the library technolmitment. Training subjects ogy, or work on an activity included close-order drill, they brought in. marksmanship with an MOwn the Night dates this 16A4 rifle, physical fitness, month are March 11 and 25. martial arts, swimming, mili- March 11 events will begin tary history, customs and with zentangle creation folcourtesies. lowed by an hour of guided One week prior to gradua- yoga practice beginning at tion, Cheeseman endured 6:30 p.m. Teens should wear The Crucible, a 54-hour final loose, comfortable clothing. test of recruits’ minds and Yoga mats will be provided. bodies. Upon completion, For For more more information recruits are presented the about Own the Night, email Marine Corps emblem and Swantek, at SSwantek@putcalled Marines for the first namlib.org.. Look for time. “Putnam District Library Cheeseman is a 2012 grad-Teens” on Facebook for uate of Maple Valley High updates about current teen School. . programs at the library. GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org 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 am. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship.............................. 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 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 SL, Nashville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service....... ......... 11 a.m. P.M. Service....... .......... 6 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 NANCY BfTTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Teens at Putnam District Library’s “Own the Night” include (clockwise from top) Rachel Morris, Jared Mater, Abigail Mater and Audrey Reid. The teens are creating zentangle artwork. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Worship............................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................. 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 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 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®) a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 - Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, March 2,2013 Tuesday’s snow brings Wednesday’s photos Maple Valley Teacher Cindy Gatewood of Nashville celebrated a snowday Wednesday, Feb. 27 by snapping a pic of this winter covering. What’s a snowfall without a snowman? Emma Franklin is joined by pint sized builders, siblings, Avery (left) and Cruz Silvas. (Photo by Jody Franklin) Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers Terry Swartz of Vermontville spends the morning clearing the drive after the snow­ fall Tuesday evening. Wife, Julie, took the photo as he diligently cleared the path. j Now Scheduling Appointments MAPLEWVALLEY Accounting and Tax, LLC Jill Hickey, Enrolled Agent • Tracy Janousek, Registered Tax Return Preparer 8870 Valley Hwy., Vermontville, MI 517-852-1500 The IRS does not endorse any particular individual tax return preparer. For more information on tax return preparers go to IRS.gov Maple Valley News * Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News * Reminder * Hastings Banner * Lakewood News * We Specialize in: • Individual Taxes Farm Taxes Small Business Taxes Bookkeeping Over 64,000 Papers Distributed Every Week! 1351 N. M-43 Highway • P.O. 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The snowman was even given a name, “Fredrick.” Hastings • Caledonia • Marshall Middleville • Wayland • Nashville • Bellevue 77576463 Member FDIC �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, March 2,2013 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT AND ANY INFOR­ MATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Andrew M. Berg, an adult married IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE and Betty Jo Berg, an adult mar­ MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE ried, Mortgagors, to Greenpoint BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE Credit Corp. , Mortgagee, dated YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT the 6th day of July, 1999 and OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. recorded in the office of the MORTGAGE SALE - Default Register of Deeds, for The has been made in the conditions County of Barry and State of of a mortgage made by Robert L Michigan, on the 19th day of July, Spencer, JR and Michele L 1999 in Document No. 1032619 Spencer, husband and wife., to of Barry County Records, on Great Lakes Mortgage and which mortgage there is claimed Investment, Mortgagee, dated to be due, at the date of this September 13, 2007 and record­ notice, the sum of Seventy Seven ed September 21, 2007 in Thousand Three Hundred Twenty Instrument Number 20070921Two & 29/100 ($77,322.29), and 0002244, and , Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortno suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to gage is now held by PNC Bank, recover the debt secured by said N.A. successor by merger to National City Bank by assign­ mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the ment. There is claimed to be due power of sale contained in said at the date hereof the sum of One mortgage, and pursuant to Hundred Fourteen Thousand statute of the State of Michigan in Seven Hundred Ninety-One and 31/100 Dollars ($114,791.31) such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the including interest at 5% per 21st day of March, 2013 at 1:00 annum. Under the power of sale con­ PM o’clock Local Time, said mort­ tained in said mortgage and the gage will be foreclosed by a sale statute in such case made and at public auction, to the highest provided, notice is hereby given bidder, at the Barry County that said mortgage will be fore­ Courthouse in Hastings, Ml (that closed by a sale of the mort­ being the building where the gaged premises, or some part of Circuit Court for the County of them, at public vendue at the Barry is held), of the premises Barry County Circuit Courthouse described in said mortgage, or so in Hastings, Michigan in Barry much thereof as may be neces­ County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on sary to pay the amount due, as MARCH 28, 2013. aforesaid on said mortgage, with Said premises are located in interest thereon at 6.5% per the Township of Carlton, Barry annum and all legal costs, County, Michigan,, and are charges, and expenses, including described as: the attorney fees allowed by law, Commencing 8 rods East of and also any sum or sums which the center of Section 6, Town 4 may be paid by the undersigned, North, Range 8 West at the necessary to protect its interest in Southeast comer of land owned the premises. Which said premis- by John Roush, formerly owned es are described as follows: All by Milo Bunn running thence that certain piece or parcel of North 20 rods; thence East 16 land, including any and all struc­ rods, more or less: Thence South tures, and homes, manufactured 20 rods: Thence West 16 rods, or otherwise, located thereon, sit- more or less to the place of uated in the City of Delton, beginning. The redemption period shall be County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as fol­ 6 months from the date of such lows, to wit: COMMENCING AT sale, unless determined aban­ THE SOUTHWEST CORNER doned in accordance with MCLA OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4, OF §600.3241 a, in which case the THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SEC­ redemption period shall be 30 TION 9, TOWN 2 NORTH, days from the date of such sale. RANGE 10 WEST; RUNNING TO ALL PURCHASERS: The mortgagee can THENCE NORTHERLY 450 foreclosing FEET ALONG THE EAST 1/8 rescind the sale. In that event your damages, if any, are limited LINE OF SAID SECTION 9; solely to the return of the bid THENCE EASTERLY 10 FEET amount tendered at sale, plus AT RIGHT ANGLES FOR THE interest. TRUE PLACE OF BEGINNING; If the property is sold at fore­ THENCE NORTHERLY 232 closure sale, pursuant to MCL FEET PARALLEL WITH SAID 600.3278, the borrower will be EAST 1/8 LINE; THENCE held responsible to the person SOUTHEASTERLY TO A PONT who buys the property at the IN THE CENTERLINE OF LIND­ mortgage foreclosure sale or to SEY ROAD WHICH LIES 559 the mortgage holder for damage FEET NORTHEASTERLY FROM to the property during the THE INTERSECTION OF SAID redemption period. CENTERLINE AND THE NORTH If you are a tenant in the prop­ 1/8 LINE OF SAID SECTION 9; erty, please contact our office as THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY you may have certain rights. 220 FEET ALONG SAID CEN- Dated: February 23, 2013 TERLINE; THENCE NORTH- Orlans Associates, PC. WESTERLY TO THE PLACE OF Attorneys for Servicer BEGINNING. Said property has P.O. Box 5041 affixed thereto a 1998 Century Troy, Ml 48007 Homes Manufactured Home File No. 12-513777 06805754 During the six (6) months imme- (02-23) (03-1 6) diately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: property is determined to be Al] real estate advertising in this news­ abandoned pursuant to MCLA paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act 600.3241a, the property may be and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise redeemed during 30 days imme­ “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ diately following the sale. nation based on race, color, religion, sex, Pursuant to MCLA 600.3278, the handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to mortgagor(s) will be held respon­ make any such preference, limitation or sible to the person who buys the discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with property at the foreclosure sale or parents or legal custodians, pregnant to the mortgage holder for dam­ women and people securing custody of aging the property during the children under 18. redemption period. Dated: This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate 2/16/2013 Green Tree Servicing which is in violation of the law. Our LLC fka Greenpoint Credit Corp. readers are hereby informed that all Mortgagee dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. basis. To report discrimination call the Attorney for Green Tree Servicing Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. LLC fka Greenpoint Credit Corp. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800, Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 GTMO FHLMC Berg (02-16)(03-09) 06799959 OPuoaTvmrv LEGAL NOTICE Disabled veterans can now get free hunting and fishing licenses The Department of Natural Resources is remind­ ing Michigan resident dis­ abled veteran hunters and anglers that they can obtain free hunting and fishing licenses at their favorite retail agents or online at www.mdnr-elicense.com as ofMarch 1. Gov. Rick Snyder signed a law that allows a disabled veteran to obtain any resi­ dent hunting or fishing license for which a lottery is not required, free of charge. The veteran will be required to provide proof of eligibility at the time of purchase and carry this proof when using any license obtained under this legislation. The law defines “disabled veteran” as a resident who either has been determined by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to be per­ manently and totally dis­ abled as a result of military service and entitled to veter­ ans’ benefits at the 100 per­ cent rate, for a disability other than blindness; or is rated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as indi­ vidually unemployable. Licenses will be available at the agents and online at the LEGAL NOTICE The professional wrestling event, Maple Valley Showdown, has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 20. The date was changed due to the death in the family member of the promoter, said Adam Gusey, president of the Maple SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA INFORMA-­ TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the con­ ditions of a mortgage made by LARRY L. LEWIS JR. and MARCY LEWIS AKA MARCEILA LEWIS, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 27, 2006, and recorded on May 4, 2006, in Document No. 1164067, and assigned by said mortgagee to U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006HE2, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-HE2, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Two Thousand One Hundred Sixty Dollars and Thirty-One Cents ($92,160.31), including interest at 9.750% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, At the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 01:00 PM o'clock, on March 14,2013 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THE SOUTH 393 FEET OF THE WEST 280 FEET OF THE EAST 430 FEET OF THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 34, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, CARL­ TON TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUN­ TY, MICHIGAN. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless deter­ mined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. If the above referenced prop­ erty is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 600 of the Michigan Compiled Laws, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mort­ gage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-HE2, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-HE2 Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 JPMC.001007 CONV (02-09)(03-02) 06804798 same time that the regularly priced items go on sale throughout the year. Some licenses become available for sale later in the year, depending on the sporting season openers and leftover or over-the-counter quanti­ ties. Legally blind anglers who are not disabled veterans can still receive their fishing licenses at the senior rates. For more information about Michigan hunting and fishing licenses, visit www.mdnr-elicense.com. Maple Valley Showdown rescheduled to April 20 Valley Alumni Association in a press release. All advance ticket holders will be able to redeem their tickets at the April 20 show. Maple Valley Showdown will be held at Kellogg Educational Center on 324 Queen Street in Nashville. For more information, call Gusey, 517-543-3066. PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on March 21,2013 at 7:00 pm in the council chambers. SUBJECT: The purpose of this hearing is to hear public discussion on a variance request for vacant land parcel # 0852-100-0.36-00 (lot north of the cur­ rent Dollar General Store) Variance request con­ cerns Zoning Ordinance Article 20, Off Street Parking Requirements, Section C-19 Retail Stores...must have one parking spot for each one hundred sixty square feet of useable floor area. Current site plan for this property does not meet this parking requirement. If you wish to comment in writing on this request you must do so by March 21, 2013 and turn it into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St. PO Box 587, Nashville, Ml. 06806228 LEGAL NOTICE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORT­ GAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mort­ gage made by JACOB L. BRINCKMAN, A SINGLE MAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated November 22, 2010, and recorded on November 23, 2010, in Document No. 201011230011003, and assigned by said mortgagee to FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Three Thousand Five Hundred Thirty Dollars and Five Cents ($53,530.05), including interest at 4.500% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, At the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 01:00 PM o'clock, on March 28,2013 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 967 EXCEPT THE SOUTH 65 FEET 9 INCHES OF THE WEST 8 FEET 3 INCHES AND THE WEST 1 ROD OF LOT 968 OF THE CITY OF HASTINGS, FORMERLY VIL­ LAGE, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. If the above referenced property is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 600 of the Michigan Compiled Laws, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 FSB.004689 CONV (02-23)(03-16) 06805759 2013 BOARD OF REVIEW NOTICE Vermontville Township P.O. Box 215 Vermontville, MI 49096 2013 BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING SCHEDULE The Vermontville Township Board ofReview for 2013 will be held at the Vermontville Opera House, 230 S. Main St. on the following dates: Tuesday, March 5th, 8:00am to 9:00am for an Organizational Meeting Petitions will be heard on: Monday, March 11th, 3:00pm to 9:00pm = Appeal Hearing Tuesday, March 12th, 9:00am to 3:00pm = Appeal Hearing The Board of Review will meet as many more days as deemed necessary to hear questions, protests, and to 32 assessments. By board resolution, residents are able to protest by letter, provided protest letter iis received prior to March 12th. The tentative ratios and multipliers for each class of real property and personal property for 2013 areas 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 will provide necessary reasonable services to individuals with disabilities at the Board of Review meetings upon three (3) days notice Contact Jack Owens, 7540 Vermontville Hwy., Vermontville, MI. Telephone No. 517.7261241 �Ae# Say *As Mvcrased m the Maple Valley News* Saturday. March 2.2013 — Page 9 \■ Sww S&& \w W$-' »ss^ . Memories of the Past Former doctor spent lifetime healing local folks This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley was published in the Maple Valley News March I. 1983. * y Rift’S !;^ SSi ’»jfe J^iw! w w««eA eASS1 *n47 n47 w®«w wahu is iota ^ItUgt few Mutt B(iMak talnINMklk MSB auwacnmia i KI 0* «I li toy ata CdifM Im w ft W|frt»riHl taarei wst« l li jw • tytn^ifiW) WMintlwjl MlnnftliM ItyflftlfcMl WMJ WlS •* 1 WJS S K)to| flttp • * ® go Fsaoww*#*'1 lliif Illi Ufl' Hill Dr. Edgar T. Morris spent a lifetime healing Nashville folks. In his 60-year career as a local physician, he often treated third and fourth gen­ erations of the same family. "Dr. Morris was our fami­ ly doctor from the time I can remember,” recalled Vern Staup, whose parents. Pearl and Ethel Staup, were patients of Dr. Morris before Vera's arrival. "He was a fine doctor and surgeon,” remembered Kenneth A. Meade, a Nashville native who now lives at Franklin. “He removed my tonsils during the Christmas holidays in 1926 and sonic years later operated on three of my sons for infected appendixes.” Helen Hecker recalled Dr. Morris as “an all-around good family doctor a very conscientious man.” Dr. Morris was only 23 years old when he arrived in Nashville in August 1898 to establish a medical practice in an office above Ed Liebhauser’s drug store. A graduate of Bennett Medical College in Chicago, a school later absorbed by Loyola University, Morris had com­ pleted his internship at Cook County Hospital there. He was a native of Michigan, bom July 19, 1875, near Jasper in Lenawee County. In 1902, four years after his arrival in Nashville, Dr. Morris married Elizabeth Hand of Spring Valley, III. A native of Newcastle. England, she is remembered as a refined and proper lady, quite reserved. The following year. Dr. Morris acquired the former When he retired in 1958. Dr. Edgar T. Morris was Barry County’s oldest practicing physician. In his 60­ year service to Nashville, he treated third and fourth generations of many local families. Dr. Morris started making house calls by horse and buggy and continued the practice by auto in later years. He died in 1962 just a few weeks short of his 87th birthday. (Photo by Gladys Miller Richardson) Dr. Edgar T. Morris arrived in Nashville at age 23, fresh from his internship at Cook County Hospital in Chicago. That was in 1898 and the start of a lifelong career as a local physician headquartered in a tiny office near his residence on South Main Street. Dr. R.P. Comfort property on South Main Street and set up his practice there. The Morris residence still stands, as does the doctor's small office building. That struc­ ture, built about 1870, is one of the older structures still standing in the village. The petite building originally sat on the southeast comer ofthe Main and Washington streets intersection until it was moved to the South Main Street location in 1899 by Dr. Comfort. “The little buildings which have stood for so many years at the comer of Main and Washington streets are being moved this week to make room for two handsome new brick store buildings which Frank McDerby will erect ..w** *” »>* PUBLIC NOTICE OPEN POSITION ON THE LAKEVIEW CEMETERY BOARD $$ I I The Village of Nashville will have one open position on the Lakeview Cemetery Board as of April 1, 2013. Any Nashville area resident interested in serving on the Lakeview Cemetery Board should send a letter of intent to the Nashville Village Office at 203 N. Main St., PO Box 587, Nashville, Ml 49073. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk mom and occupy,” reported the Nashville News, Sept. 15, 1899. “Of the three buildings that stood on the property Dr. R.P. Comfort bought the one formerly occupied by H.W. Walrath (Shoemaker) and is moving it to his recent­ ly purchased residence prop­ erty on South Main Street, where he will use it for an office. He has also bought the bam and will move it onto the back of his lot.” The bam later became a carriage house for Dr. Morris, who made his early calls by horse and buggy. Vem Staup remembered the doctor stabling a horse in the bam. “But when I was a young fellow, about the age of his son Emory, we played together and were often in the carriage house,” he recalled “Then, it held Dr. Morris' auto; that was about 1910.” Emory', the Morrises' only child, later became a dentist and, in time, president and general director of the Kellogg Foundation in Battle Creek. House calls, whether by horse or auto, were routine for physicians in Dr. Morris’ early years in Nashville. “I can remember when we moved here in 1935, Dr. Morris made house calls day or night,” said Margaret Wagner, who with her hus- band, Curtis, moved to Nashville from Chicago. The Wagners lived two doors south of the Morris resi­ dence. Office or house calls were only SI then,” recalled Mrs. Wagner. By that time, Vera Staup was no longer a young lad playing in Dr. Morris' car­ riage house. He was a local barber and was able to help the doctor with transporta­ tion when needed. “In the early 1930s, I occasionally drove Dr. Morris to Hastings to the hospital," remembered Vem. "There were times when he didn't feel like driving.” In Dr. Morris' early days in Nashville, trips to out-of­ town hospitals were few and far between. He and Dr. F.F. Shilling, another favorite physician of that earlier era, performed many simple operations in homes of their patients. Later on, Morris often teamed up with Dr. Carl K. Brown for simple home surgeries. “Dr. Morris was consid­ ered to be one of the best heart doctors in this part of the country, and he was also a good surgeon,” remem­ bered Helen Hecker, whose family, the Jesse Millers, located south of town in 1909. “Dr. Shilling would administer the anesthetic and Dr. Morris would do the surgery when they performed operations," she added. Eventually Shilling suf­ fered a stroke, was incapaci­ tated for more than a year, and died in April 1925, end­ ing a Nashville practice start­ ed in 1904. In 1932, a private hospital was opened in Nashville by two nurses from Woodland. The facility was located in the red brick former Elliston home on the southeast comer of State and Maple streets. The new hospital in the Elliston residence had six beds and an operation room, but Dr. Morris did not use the facility. By that time, his patients who required hospitalization were being admit­ ted to Pennock in Hastings. In his spare time. Dr. Morris enjoyed all sorts of sports. “He loved to fish,” recalled Margaret Wagner. “He fished with Curt when­ ever he could anytime he could gel away from his practice." Vera Staup remembered one time when the doctor went raccoon hunting with the fellows and got lost. And Helen Hecker recalled, “He pitched horseshoes with my husband. Vem. That was in the 1930s and they traveled to tournaments all over." Mrs. Hecker also remi­ nisced about another sport­ ing event enjoyed by Dr. Morris. "He always came to Nashville's high school foot­ ball games when he had a chance, especially the tradi­ tional Thanksgiving Day game when alumni or teach­ ers would challenge the local team.” In addition to various medical society associations and lodge affiliations. Dr. Morris found time to serve his community in civic and academic fields. He had six terms as a village trustee after his election in 1908 to the Nashville council and served nine years on the local school board — a post to which he was elected in 1922. Dr. Morris continued his medical practice here until he was 82 years old. “By that time, his hands were shaking so badly he had difficulty giving a shot,” remembered Vera Staup. Dr. Morris' wife died in 1945, but he continued to make Nashville his home after giving up his medical practice in 1958. Before his retirement, he was named the oldest prac­ ticing physician in Barry County. And certainly. Dr. E T. Morris’ 60-year tenure in Nashville set an unprece­ dented record for the village. PUBLICNOTICE OPEN POSITION ON THE PUTNAM LIBRARY BOARD The Village of Nashville will have one open position on the Putnam Library Board as of April 1, 2013. Any Village of Nashville resident who has a library card for Putnam Library and who would be inter­ ested in serving on the Putnam Library Board should send a letter of intent to the Nashville Village Office at 203 N. Main St., PO Box 587, Nashville, Ml 49073. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk — CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Castleton Township Board will hold a public hearing on the pro­ posed township budget for the fiscal year 2013-2014 at the Castleton Township Hall located at 915 Reed St., Nashville, Ml on Wednesday, March 6. 2013 at 630 pm. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUB­ JECT OF THE HEARING. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection at the Castleton Township office during normal business hours 10 am to 4 pm or by call­ ing 517-852-9479. This notice is posted in compliance with Michigan's Open Meetings Act Public Act No. 267 of 1976 as amended MCL 41.72a (2) (3) and the American Disabilities Act The Castleton Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon ten (10) days notice to the Castleton Township Board. Note: Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Castleton Township Clerk Loma L Wilson in writing to: Castleton Township, 915 Reed St, Box 679, Nashville, Ml 49073; 517-852-9479. The regular Castleton Township Board meeting will follow the Budget Public Hearing meeting. Loma L. Wilson, CMC Castleton Township Clerk 06805672 �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 2,2013 Junior's three-pointer saves Lions' senior night by Brett Bremer Sports Editor “I don’t think he called ‘bank’,” said Maple Valley senior captain Garret Mater with a big smile one his face. Fellow senior captain Garrett Miller agreed. “He didn’t call bank. It shouldn’t have counted,” said Miller, chuckling to himself. It did count though, and made for a sweet ending to senior night at Maple Valley High School Thursday. Junior forward Adam Gonser pulled down a missed Hackett Catholic Central free throw and raced up the right side ofthe court, pulled up five feet before the three-point line and banked in a three-pointer that gave the host Lions a 53-52 victo­ ry over the Fighting Irish to end the Kalamazoo Valley Association season. “Us seniors, we didn’t play too well, but Gonser bailed us out at the end,” said Mater. “The juniors stepped up and helped us out a lot. They played well. We’re not done yet. Hopefully this propels us to a run in the dis­ tricts.” The Lions will be at Delton Kellogg next week for their Class C District Tournament. They’ll open play Wednesday against the winner of Monday’s opening round game between Potterville and Albion. ,, The Lions .and their class­ mates flooded the floor after the post-game handshakes, first lifting Gonser above the crowd in celebration and then team manager Arden Ball players and classmates lift team manager Arden Burd off the floor as they cel­ ebrate the Lion varsity boys’ basketball team’s one-point victory over visiting Hackett Catholic Central in the final game of the regular season Thursday at Maple Valley High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley’s Samuel Benedict flies past Hackett Catholic Central’s Jack Boehm on his way to the basket late in the first quarter Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) “Dragos” Burd, who was honored following the senior night ceremony with a ban­ ner that will hang in the high school gymnasium for his work as the schools’ most valuable manger for the past four years. Maple Valley needed lots of things to go right in the final minute to be able to split their season series with the Fighting Irish, and end the regular season with a 13­ 7 overall record. The Lions led 40-31 head- ing into the fourth quarter, after a three-pointer by Samuel Benedict beat the buzzer at the end of the third quarter. Hackett though started the fourth quarter on a 13-1 run, taking a 44-41 lead on a three-pointer by Brian Aldrich with 5 minutes and 56 seconds to play. The Irish lead grew to as many as five points. Bryan Bradley hit two free throws to put the Irish up 49-44 with 57.1 sec­ onds to play. Hackett went TOWNSHIP OF CASTLETON 2013 NOTICE OF BOARD OF REVIEW PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Review will meet at the Township Hall, 915 Reed St., Nashville, Michigan 49073, to examine and review the 2013 assess­ ment roll. The board will convene on the following dates for the hearing of appeals of assessments or taxable values, poverty exemptions, parcel classification appeals and/or current year qualified agricultural denials: Tuesday, March 5,2013 - 2:00 pm Organizational Meeting Monday, March 11, 2013 - 9:00 am to Noon and 1:00 to 4:00 pm Tuesday, March 12,2013 - 1:00 to 4:00 pm and 6:00 to 9:00 pm And on such additional days as required to hear all persons who have given notice of the desire to be heard until assessment rolls have been revised, corrected and approved. APPEALS ARE HEARD ON FIRST COME FIRST SERVE BASIS; letter appeals will be accepted and must be received no later than 5:00 pm March 11, 2013. Tentative ratios and estimated multipliers for 2013 are as follows: Agricultural .........44-75%... 1.1173 Commercial ........ 52.32%... 0.9557 Industrial ............. 47.46%... 1.0535 Residential ........... 53:52% :.. 0.9342 Personal Property. 50.00%... 1.0000 Tentative equalization factor of 1.0000 for all classes is expected after comple­ tion of Board of Review. Cheryl Hartwell, Supervisor Castleton Township Kevin Harris, Assessor Castleton Township Castleton Township Board Meetings are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or disability. American with Disabilities (ADA) Notice The township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, to indi­ viduals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon seven (7) days notice to Castleton Township. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact Castleton Township by writing or calling. Lorna Wilson, Castleton Township Clerk 915 Reed St., Nashville, MI 49073 517-852-9479 06805660 Maple Valley junior forward Austin Gonser gets lifted off the court after banking in a three-pointer to give the Lions a one-point victory over visiting Hackett Catholic Central Thursday in the regular season finale. (Photo by Brett Bremer) just 3-of-8 at the free throw line the rest of the way though. The Irish lead was still five at 50-45 after Mark Allwardt split a pair at the line with 36.2 seconds left. At the other end, Benedict drove the lane to score two points with 24.5 seconds left for the Lions. Ted Rider followed that up by splitting a pair of free throws at the other end. Gonser pulled down Rider’s missed second attempt and dribbled all the way into the paint at the other end before dishing the ball to a wideopen teammate Tommy Mudge who laid the ball up and in to cut the Irish lead to 51-49. Aldrich split a pair of free throws on Hackett’s next possession, and the Lions answered with a split at the other end by Benedict, which left Hackett up 52-50. Aldrich then missed two free throws with 10.1 sec­ onds left. Gonser pulled down the defensive rebound and raced the other way for the game-winning shot. Hackett fired a pass the length of the floor with .4 seconds left, but didn’t get a good shot off as the Lions began to celebrate. Micah Bromley led the Lions on the night with 11 points. Gonser finished with 12 points; Miller had 11 and Benedict.nine. Mudge added six points. Aldrich and Bradley had 12 , points each for the Irish, while Dan Thayer and Jack Boehm added eight each. Rider and Allwardt chipped in six points each. “We just came out playing as hard as we possibly could today, rebounded well for the second time in a row,” said Ewing. “These guys wanted this game. They wanted to go out ofhere with their 13th win of the season, so lucky 13 finally arrived.” “I couldn’t be more proud of our seniors. This is one of the winningest years we’ve had in a long time with the 13 wins this year. Now it’s just time to get ready for dis­ tricts and go on. We know we can do really well in dis­ tricts, so we’re going to get ready for that now.” The Lions and Irish just met in Kalamazoo Tuesday, where the Lions couldn’t overcome a rough shooting night in a 53-31 loss. Hackett limited the Lions to single digits in scoring in all four quarters, taking a 14­ 9 lead to start and pushing the edge to 26-15 by the half. Rider led Hackett with 13 points. “We didn’t shoot the ball very well Tuesday night,” said Mater. “We were 10for-50 and I think we were 0for-24 from the three-point line.” The Lions got eight points from Benedict and five points and 14 rebounds from Mudge. Bromley had six points, and Miller, Mater and Gonser added four each. 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Main St., Nashville, Ml Cathy Lentz Village Clerk �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 2.2013 — Page 11 Rams score third win over Lions, ending Valley’s year MVHS honors Burd as its ‘Most Valuable Manager’ Maple Valley senior Arden “Dragos” Burd (left) is honored with a banner for his four years as the Lion football, basketball, baseball, and track and field teams’ “Most Valuable Manager” following the Senior Night ceremony at the varsity boys’ basketball team’s final home game Thursday. The banner, which was presented by Maple Valley athletic director Duska Brumm (right), will hang in the Maple Valley High School gymnasium. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley’s Emily Burkett (34) defends as Galesburg-Augusta tries to get the ball into the post during Monday’s Class C District opener, (Photo by Perry Hardin) ® E *-* Xtt I >tXt( BEL, _ L Ji Mtaktai ,, fci Badct ad The Rams never let the Lions get going. Maple Valley’s varsity girls’ basketball team fell 49­ 30 to Galesburg-Augusta in the opening round of the Class C District Tournament at Maple Valley High School Monday. The Rams scored their third win of the season over the Lions, outscoring them 14-0 in the opening quarter. It was a 41-16 lead after three quarters. Holly DeLeon led the Rams with 13 points. Leah Savage and Kristin Batey added six points each. Maple Valley got six points apiece from Timara Burd and Marissa Pierce. Alivia Johncock added five points. The Lion season ends with a record of 1-20, while the Rams advanced to Wednesday’s district semifi­ nals against Albion. Galesburg-Augusta was scheduled to take on fellow Kalamazoo Valley Association member Delton Kellogg in the district finals Friday night. The Rams topped Albion 64-17 in the The Lions’ Jacey Wood (4) works to get a shot up in district semifinal Wednesday, during between Galesburg-Augusta defenders while Delton Kellogg scored a 56-43 win over Potterville Monday’s district contest at Maple Valley High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) in the semi’s. The winner of Friday night’s contest advances to the Class C Regional Tournament at Springport next week. Valley wrestlers do well at King of the Jungle tourney Experienced HHAs / CNAs Battie Creek and Kalamazoo areas. (including Albion, Homer, Three Rivers and Galesburg) FT/PT - days/nights Please email resume to: recniiter@optimalstaffing.coin or fax to: 517-394-7716 The Maple Valley Youth Wrestling Club hosted the second annual King Of The Jungle Tournament Sunday at Maple Valley High School. There were nearly 400 wrestlers battling for king of the jungle status. Maple Valley had 16 wrestlers place. Hogan Blake Paige, McCleary, Gavin Bartley, Chandler Murton, Ray Halliwill and Holden Creller all placed first. Matthew Slaght, Konnor Visger and Franklin Ulrich placed second. Landen Bartley, Cayden Scott, Anthony Williams, Ryan Bennett and Gaige Ertman placed third. Mike Riley and Bryce Bignall placed fourth. Community Notices COURT NEWS For Rent BC VINTAGE FORMALLY NASHVILLE AREA: very Barry Co. Antique Show. nice large 1 bedroom apartSaturday March 9th 9am- ment. (517)930-1187. 5pm & Sunday March 10th 10am-3pm. Antiques, Indus­ Garage Sale trial, Shabby Cnic, Repur­ pose & Primitive. $4 admis­ MOO-VILLE WILL BE Tyler Torrence Trout, 41, sion, Barry Co. Expo Center GARAGE ofNashville was sentenced in Just North of Hastings on M- HAVING SALES! Beginning March Barry County Circuit Court 37 5th through 30th. Tuesday Feb. 20 for aggravated stalk­ through Saturday 9am-6pm. ing, habitual offender, third 10 new vendors weekly! 1/2 For Sale off 2pm-6pm every Saturconviction. 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Call 945-9554 far Maple Valley News ads Karla Ann Mellen, 25, of Nashville was sentenced Feb. 20 in Barry County Circuit Court for writing checks with no bank account. Judge Amy McDowell ordered Mellen to serve three months in jail with credit for three days served. She must pay $999 in court assessments and serve 18 months on probation. Mellen must pay $85 a month toward court assessments. The balance of her jail sen­ tence will be suspended pending successful comple­ tion of probation. A second charge ofwriting checks with no account was dropped by the Barry County prosecutor. $10 Off Service With Card- • SEPTIC SERVICE J;; v) JOE LYONS - Owner/Operator 5. New Name ■ Different Truck, but the person and customer service are the same! ® £ Previous owner of Lyons Septic Tank Service, Inc. 3•“ « D £ 269-945-4240 or 800-700-36703. q I have served Barry County and the surrounding area forover 50 years. q No extra charge for After Hours, Holidays or Weekends! J_____ 3305 W. Quimby Road, Hastings, Ml 49058 1 $10 Off Service With Card- • New Construction Designed ond Installed • Boiler Installation and Service • Radiant Floor Tubing and Ceiling Installation Air Conditioning 8c Heating • Duct Cleaning and Sanitizing • High-Efficiency Furnace and Air Serving Your Community Conditioning Installation for Over 40 Years • 24-Hour Phone Service • Free Estimates Goodman* • Fuel Oil Furnace Installation and Service • Geo-Thermal Installation and Service • Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Sales and Service • A0 Smith Water Heater Sales and Service | 3 • Empire Space Heater Sales and Service FROST HEATING 8 COOLING QBAMTY, VALUE 6 | Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 Nashville (517) 852-9565 �Page 12 — Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 2,2013 Vermontville 100 years of history —1836 to 1936 Part V by Juliette L. Gehman and Jennie E. Martin One accustomed to the ease and convenience of life in the 20th century can scarcely picture the primitive conditions that surrounded the first pioneers. Being almost entirely iso­ lated from the outside world except for infrequent mail, the colonists ofnecessity had to be self-sustaining. Vermontville’s Main Street, at that time, stretched a mile east and west with two rows of small log houses fronting the road along its length. The dwellings were roofed with either peeled basswood bark or oak shakes, which were a fair protection from rain but pro­ vided small resistance to wind-driven snow that sifted in on beds and floors. These floors were made of split boards, the log walls often papered with New York papers, which varied accord­ ing to the interests of the man of the house. A ladder was often the only way into the loft, and a trap door gave entrance to the cellar. To quote from the Barber history, “The inside illumi­ nation of winter evenings radiated from huge fireplaces made of stone and clay, and the smoke passed up chim­ neys made ofsticks that were plastered with mud on the inside.” Tallow candles and light produced by a strip of cotton flannel put in an open dish of lard set afire by a bit ofpaper added to the glow from the fireplace and enabled the housemother to spin woolen yam, knit socks and mittens and sew. Cloth for clothing was coarse and called “hard times.” Hats for summer wear were fashioned of braided wheat or rye straw, and winter caps were of cloth. Living was chiefly from the products of the land, and the making of maple sugar, soap and candles was a year­ ly process according to the season. Articles like tea, tobacco, spices and salaratus [baking soda] were among the few that must be pur­ chased, and about the only things to have sale-value were furs, principally coon skins and “black salts.”* The woods were full of small game, wild turkeys, pigeons and partridge, while deer, wolves and bears also were plentiful. (Note: One of the pet grievances through a lifetime of 86 years was voiced in the oft-repeated statement by my father, H.J.M.....and mother wouldn’t let me have a gun!” J.E.M.) The streams provided good fishing of pickerel, mullet, suckers, perch and other small finny fry. Because ofthe Thomapple River for canoeing and fish­ ing and with forest for game and maple sugar, Indians of the Pottawatomie tribe were numerous in this section. They were friendly and will­ ing to exchange fish and venison for farm products of salt pork, com meal and wheat flour, so barter was frequent between them and the settlers. They remained in diminishing numbers up to the 1860s. Beside the native Pottawatomies, several fami­ lies came from Canada, remaining a year near the vil­ lage. They were much more civilized, spoke English well, were neatly dressed and held religious meetings, often attending Congregational services. Christian burial was given a squaw who died, by Rev. Day, a Methodist mission­ ary. The women did fine needlework and there had evidently been a long associ­ ation with white men in Canada. Bears were the most trou­ blesome of the forest crea­ tures and bold in their raids upon pig pens — a young porker being a special delica­ cy. One particular broin had his lair in woods north ofthe village and became so fre­ quent in his depredations that it was decided to organize a hunt for his destruction. The “last straw” in making this decision was the fact that Henry J. Martin, a small boy at the time, was playing in front of their home when the bear came out of the woods and made toward him. A neighbor saw him and screamed to Henry’s mother who rushed out and took the child into the house just in time. This was such a close call the hunt was organized at once in which all the men, boys, dogs and guns were engaged. A general knowledge of the location of the bear’s den led the party to surround a certain section of land, all at a signal, marching in to a common center. When the bear broke through, the men gave chase and a bullet from the gun on Reuben Sanford ended broin’s career. The meat was divided by lot among the families and the skin was sold for about $7, which was devoted to the purchase of the first Sunday School library. Among other authentic bear stories was one in which Dudley F. Bullock, grandfa­ ther of Juliette Gehman, was an active participant. His wife’s father, father, Horace Howell, a pioneer of Calhoun County, paid the Bullocks a visit, and when out. hunting one day, shot a deer near the house. Wishing help, he called Mr. Bullock, who, on his way to answer the call, saw three bears coming down from a large, leaning tree nearby. He called Mr. Howell to come with his gun, meanwhile endeavoring to stop the bears from further descent by pounding on the tree trunk with a club. One of the bears let loose of the tree and fell, landing on Mr. Bullock, knocking him down, at which he hit the bear such a blow with the club he lost his balance and fell on the bear. It was a general surprise party and the frightened ani­ mal made for the woods while Mr. Howell shot the two bears still on the tree. Other incidents equally interesting might be recount­ ed in which Amasa Jordan, Jonas Davis, Carlos Barber, Samuel Herring and Hiram Gridley of Kalamo were active in the destruction of bears under lively condi­ tions. Such experiences, to the settlers, were not thought so unusual, but came in the days work, when developing a new country. * Maple Valley News staff could notfind the definition or modern namefor “black salts. ” Ifany readers know what black salts are in this reference, please contact the news office. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valiev News classified ads Carl’s of Nashville mea i PRODUC THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 2013 U.S.D.A. WHOLE FROZEN BONELESS ECKRICH REG. OR BUN SIZE BANANAS HOT DOGS NEW YORK STRIPS 16 OZ. PKGS. Excludes Beef Cheese, & Fat Free ECKRICH REG. OR THICK BOLOGNA OR COTTO SALAMI ICEBERG GARDEN SALAD 12OZ.PKG. 16 OZ. PKGS. WHOLE BONELESS PORK LOIN GROUND BEEF Excludes Beef Bologna NAVEL ORANGES 8 LB. www.carlsmarkets.com While supplies last - no rain checks 06806139 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-03-09.pdf 6293f846858e82aa167c80ed4d92958f PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY™ ^VNGS SPTUSBTLAICIP LI<BjtRahWv 227 EASTSTAIP; <jt W 49;s0s05jT5T tg ^s tings, MMll 49 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 10, March 9, 2013 A local paper oftoday! Local resident is president of state syrup association Karen and Larry Haigh contribute maple syrup to the annual sugaring-off party in Vermontville Thursday, Feb. 28. Liz Snodgrass, president of the Vermontville Historical Society (center) thanks the Haighs for their donation. Pots of maple syrup are heated to 240 degrees. Hot syrup is then poured into a glass container, whipped until almost cooled and then poured into molds to form maple sugar. March has been declared Michigan Maple Syrup Month by Gov. Rick Snyder due to the selection of highquality pure maple syrup and the industry’s contribution to the economy, said Snyder. Now is a busy time ofyear for maple syrup producers, including Larry Haigh of Bellevue, who currently serves as president of the Michigan Maple Syrup Association. “Local maple syrup pro­ ducers usually welcome visi­ tors to their sugaring opera­ tions,” said Haigh. “To find a producer in your area, look for steam coming from the roof of their sugar house or go to www.mi- maplesyrup.com and find the location of a sugar house in your part of the Great State of Michigan.” Jamie Clover Adams, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development director, said Michigan Maple Syrup Month is a special time to acknowledge and recognize the vast, integrated network them: the area south of US- a bowl of mixed fruits. In of family farmers, proces­ 10 will be the weekend of addition to these recipes, sors, wholesalers and retail­ March 16 and 17, north of maple syrup can be substitut­ ers who work to ensure a US-10 will be March 23 and ed for sugar in many recipes. safe maple syrup supply to 24, and the Upper Peninsula The following formula for be enjoyed by consumers will be the weekend of this substitution is taken throughout the state and March 30 and 31. from ‘Make it With Maple,’ nation. Participating farms will be Extension Bulletin E-1181 Michigan ranks seventh included in a brochure avail­ published by Michigan State nationally in the production able at state welcome cen­ University Extension: When of maple syrup with an aver­ ters, chamber of commerce substituting, use 1 1/2 cups age yearly production of offices and other public of pure maple syrup for each about 100,000 gallons. The places. Signs will direct visi­ cup of granulated sugar and maple season starts in tors to the participating add 1/4 teaspoon baking February in the southern farms. soda for each cup of maple The following information syrup used. When maple counties and runs into April is from the association’s Syrup is substituted for all in the Upper Peninsula. sugar in a recipe, reduce the MMSA members will host website: “While maple syrup is amount of liquid used by the first Michigan Maple Syrup Weekend this year. delicious by itself, its flavor one-half, If maple syrup is Three separate weekends enhances the taste of many substituted for halfthe sugar, will accommodate the dis­ other foods. In addition to reduce liquid amounts by tinct areas of the state and waffles and pancakes, try it one-fourth.” the weather that affects on ice cream or drizzle it on Maple Valley grad is learning, thinking anew 12 time zones away Amanda Erwin stands at the entrance to the Batu Caves where people make pilgrimages up 272 steps with ashes of loved ones. by Shari Carney Staff Writer Twelve time zones away is how Amanda Erwin, a 2010 Maple Valley graduate, describes a study-abroad program offered through Central Michigan University at Singapore’s Nanyang Technological University. NTU is considered one of the top 50 universities in the world, said Erwin, the daughter of Nathan and Sandy Erwin of Nashville. In preparation for the pro­ gram, Erwin began a blog where she wrote, “NTU is very research-oriented, and one of my goals is to shadow or volunteer in a molecular biology laboratory there ... It’ll be meaningful to gain an international perspective on biomedical research ... I can’t wait to be immersed in the multicultural atmosphere that Singapore provides. I’m also hoping to travel Southeast Asia and experi­ ence diverse flora, fauna and ideas only found in this unique part of the world.” Off the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula, 85 miles north of the Equator is how Erwin identifies her new temporary home. Erwin, a student of Mandarin (the past three semesters at CMU), said Mandarin and English are two of the four official lan­ guages of Singapore. Malay and Tamil are the other two. Other factors leading to the choice of Singapore was the multicultural atmosphere and safety of the island, she said. “NTU has a great biomed­ ical program and fantastic research labs for studying biology,” said Erwin, who also admits to being “a food­ ie at heart.” Food in Singapore is influ­ enced by several cultures, including Indian, Chinese and Malaysian. Erwin’s maternal grand­ mother is Cantonese and has been to Singapore. “You must go,” her grand­ mother told her. Sandy said Amanda’s roommate in Singapore is Chinese, allowing Amanda to expand her use of the Mandarin language. “It’s tough to practice Mandarin in Barry County,” said Sandy. Sandy who teaches sci­ ence at Harper Creek High School in Battle Creek, also has traveled abroad and stud­ ied in China for a full year See SINGAPORE, pg. 6 In This Issue • Old Indian chief was liked by Nashville early settlers • Friday night basketball results • Maple Valley’s Pesina gets one pin at the Palace • Villagers sweetened at sugaring-off party �Page 2 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 9,2013 Putnam library offering Facebook training Personal Facebook accounts will be the focus of technology training at Putnam District Library Friday, March 22, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. and 6 to 7:30 p.m. and again Saturday, March 23, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. The session will review Facebook layout and uses, privacy settings and some lit­ tle-known abilities of the site, said Shauna Swantek. After collecting data this past fall regarding what types of technology training the community is looking for, Swantek said the library is focusing efforts on deliver­ ing the training. “It came as little surprise that tips and tricks for Facebook was the most requested training,” she said. “With the prolific use of the social networking site by all Tips and recipes using maple syrup Thefollowing information isfrom the Michigan Maple Syrup Association website, mi-maplesyrup.com website. ages as well as concerns about privacy settings, it makes sense. This session Baked goods made with will be good for all Facebook users — from the casual to maple syrup should be baked the addicted.” at 250 Fahrenheit lower temEach session is limited to perature than the same recipe 12 participants. Those who using granulated sugar. Try these ideas... wish to bring a laptop or • Carrots glazed with tablet computer are encouraged to do so. The session is maple syrup, butter and a not appropriate for cell pinch of dry mustard. • Acorn squash baked with phone users. The training is free for Putnam District 2 tablespoons maple syrup, Library cardholders; non-res- salt and pepper in each caviidents are welcome to attend ty• To make maple cotton for a $10 fee. Pre-registration candy, mix 1/3 pure granulatis required. Visit or call the library, ed maple sugar to 2/3 white 517-852-9723, to register. cane sugar and proceed as The library is open Monday, normal with a cotton candy Wednesday and Friday 10 machine. • Blend a small amount of a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday 3 to 8 p.m.; and maple syrup with commercial marshmallow cream for Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. sundae sauce. • Warm maple syrup with rum added to taste, makes a superb sauce for vanilla ice cream. Moo-ville caps mean money for Maple Valley schools Maple Valley schools and Moo-ville are beginning a Caps for Cash program. Moo-ville would like to rec­ ognize the importance of schools and has come up with a way to give back, said Mindy Schriver in a press release. Each Moo-ville milk cap will be valued at 10 cents, so Maple mousse 11/4 cups maple syrup 2 every 100 caps nets $10 for Tbs. gelatin 1/2 cup sugar the schools. 1/4 cup cold water Drop-off sites for the 5 cup cream Moo-ville milk caps will be Combine maple syrup, at the Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School and Fuller sugar and one cup of cream. Street Elementary offices. Bring the mixture to a boil, For more information on stirring constantly. Add the Caps for Cash, call Schriver, gelatin softened in water and dissolved over heat, strain. 517-852-9275, ext. 11. Cool in ice water until the mixture thickens, then add remainder of the cream, whipped stiff. Place in a mold, pack in ice and salt and let stand four hours. Call for Maple Valley classified ads! 945-9554or 1-800-870-7085 * WEEKENDS Thursday, Friday and Saturday March 21st, 22nd & 23rd JH a. J __ vailable in 6 packs & GrowlersTo-Go C0J Summer Wheat Release Thors. - 7-1 Opm—Maiden Voyage Fri. ■ 9-lam — DJ Yon Bucher “Party In A Box" Sat - 9-lam—“Diesel Fueled” Accou stic Jams by Jason Eller 105 E. State St., Downtown Hastings 269-945-4400 www.walldorfffbrewpub.com • New Construction Designed and Installed • Boiler Installation and Service • Radiant Floor Tubing and Ceiling Installation Air Conditioning & Heating • Duct Cleaning and Sanitizing • High-Efficiency Furnace and Air Serving Your Community Conditioning Installation for Over 40 Years • 24-Hour Phone Senrice »Free Estimates Goodman Maple custard 4 eggs, separated 3/4 cup chopped nut meats, (butternuts are excel­ lent) 3/4 cup maple syrup 1/8 tsp. salt 4 cups milk Beat yolks and syrup together. Add milk and nut meats. Whip egg whites with salt until stiff. Fold the cus­ tard into the egg whites. Fill up individual custard cup, placing in a pan of hot water and bake at 325 until custard is firm. Yields four to six servings. Choco-maple marvel 2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs 3 squares unsweetened melted chocolate 1/4 cup melted butter 11/2 cups whipped cream 1 1/2 cups powdered suga 1/2 cup pure maple syrup 1/2 cup butter 1 package (10 oz.) small marshmallows 3 eggs 1 cup chopped pecans Line an eight-inch square • Fuel Oil Furnace Installation and Service • Geo-Thermal Installation and Senrice • Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Sales and Service • A 0 Smith Water Heater Sales and Service Maple bread pudding 1 cup maple syrup 3 eggs, beaten 8 slices bread 11/2 cups milk 3 Tbs. butter salt (few grains) Boil maple syrup five min­ utes. Butter one side of each slice of bread. Dip whole slices in maple syrup and arrange two slices, butter side up, in bottom ofbuttered loaf pan. Place remaining slices on top in layers. Make a cus­ tard mixture by combining eggs, any remaining maple syrup, salt and milk. Pour over top of bread. Bake in a moderately slow oven (325 F) until custard is set and top is golden brown, about 50 minutes. Yield: six to eight servings. Maple rice pudding 2 1/2 cups boiled rice 1/2 tsp. salt 2 1/2 cups milk 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 3 eggs 1 cup raisins 1 cup maple syrup Combine the rice and milk. Beat the eggs and maple syrup together; add them to the rice and milk. Add all the other ingredients. Pour the mixture into a buttered pud­ ding dish, set in a pan of hot water, and bake in a 350 F oven or cook on top of the stove in a double boiler. Serve warm or cold. Yield: six to eight servings. Maple cottage pudding 1 cup maple syrup 1 cup flour 1 Tbs. butter 2 tsp. s baking powder 3 Tbs. sugar 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 cups sweet milk Nuts Sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Heat syrup to boiling point. Put in bak­ ing dish. Mix other ingredi­ ents in order. Pour batter into syrup. Bake until brown. Turn upside down and sprin­ kle with nuts. Serve with whipped cream. Bake 350 degrees F for 25 to 30 min­ utes. Serves six. 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 2 Tbs. cornstarch 1/2 tsp. vanilla 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 cup whipping cream Scald 1 3/4 cups milk with the maple syrup in top of double boiler over hot (not boiling) water. Combine remaining milk, cornstarch, and salt. Add to first mixture gradually and stir constantly. Cook 25 minutes. Beat eggs slightly, add a small amount of hot mixture. Add eggs and all to remain­ der of pudding in double boiler, and cook another three to four minutes. Remove from heat and add vanilla. Pour into serving dish and sprinkle with chopped nuts while pudding is hot. Set aside to cool. Cover with whipped cream. Maple fruit meringues 1 cup maple syrup 1/3 cup candied lemon peel 2 egg whites 1/3 cup chopped figs (optional) 1/3 cup seedless raisins 1 cup broken nut meats Measure maple syrup into large saucepan. Boil to 254 F, until syrup forms a firm ball when dropped in cold (not ice) water. Meanwhile, beat egg whites until stiff, but not dry. Add hot syrup gradually, beating constantly. Continue beating until mixture stands in firm peaks. Fold in raisins, lemon peel, figs and nuts. Drop by teaspoonfuls (about one inch apart) on waxed paper and leave overnight. Or drop on lightly greased baking sheet and bake at 200 degrees for one hour. Maple pralines 2 cups sugar 1 cup maple syrup 2/3 cup milk 2 cups pecan meats Boil sugar, milk and maple syrup until the mixture reach­ es the soft-ball stage, or 236 F. Remove from heat, and cool; beat until it is smooth and creamy. Add pecans and drop on buttered paper from the tip of a spoon, making small mounds. Maple-pecan brittle 3 cup light (fancy) pure maple syrup Pecans (or other nuts) enough to cover 13-by-18inch shallow pan. 3 Tbs. butter Salt to taste 1 tsp. baking soda Butter pan well. Spread nuts out on the pan generous­ ly. Salt nuts to taste. Roast at 325 F for no more than 10 minutes. Boil syrup. Melt butter. When syrup boils at 300 F, sift in the baking soda and quickly pour in melted butter, spreading it around as you pour. Stir only very slightly, but with a sharp, whipping action. Then pour quickly over the nuts. Allow to cool, then break into irreg­ ular pieces. Maple fudge 2 cups maple syrup 1 Tbs. butter 1 Tbs. light com syrup 3/4 cup rich milk or cream 3/4 cup nut meats Combine maple syrup, com syrup and cream, and place over a low flame. Stir constantly until mixture starts to boil. Continue cook­ ing without stirring until small amounts of syrup form soft ball in cold water, or reach 236 F. Remove from heat. Add butter. Do not stir. Cool until lukewarm. Beat until the mixture thickens and loses gloss. Add nuts. Pour into greased pan. When cold, cut into squares. Maple on snow “leather aprons” Heat the desired amount of syrup to a temp, of25 to 30 F above the boiling point of water. Without stirring, pour immediately. Use of clean, natural snow is customary, but out-of-season shaved ice does do well to pour the syrup on. Serve with plastic folks to wind the “Leather Aprons” on and a good sup­ ply of unsweetened dough­ nuts and sour pickles. A gal­ lon will generally serve about 60 people when used in this fashion for your own sugaron-snow party. Soft sugar candies Heat syrup to temperature of 270 F above the boiling point of water. Cool slowly in a pan on a wooden tabletop (for even reduction of heat) to 155 F. Stir thickened syrup and pour while still soft into molds or packages as desired. Maple sugar Boil a good grade ofmaple syrup until it forms a soft ball, or 240 F, whip until almost cool, and pour in molds. Your local agent insures your F-®rm FARM BUREAU INSURANCE* • Empire Space Heater Sales and Senrice FROST HEATING 8 COOLING QUALITY, VALBE 8 SERVICE Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 | pan with waxed paper, allow­ ing edges to extend above pan. Blend together crumbs and butter. Press crumb mix­ ture in bottom of pan. Cream powdered sugar and 1/2 cup butter thoroughly. Add eggs, one at a time, and melted chocolate. Beat until light and fluffy. Spoon mixture over crumbs and set in freez­ er. Combine whipping cream and maple syrup. Chill in refrigerator for 30 minutes. Whip until stiff. Gently fold in marshmallows and 2/3 cup nuts. Spread over chocolate mixture. Sprinkle with remaining nuts. Freeze firm­ ly. Remove from pan. (Can be lifted out with the extend­ ing wax paper). Cut as many squares as needed and return unused portion, wrapped, to freezer. Yield: 12 generous servings. Nashville (517) 852-9565 Maple walnut cream pudding 2 cups milk 2 eggs 1 cup maple syrup Lynn Denton 139 W. State Street Hastings 269-945-4520 ldenton@fbinsmi.com theLynnDentonAgency.com I �Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, March 9, 2013 — Page 3 Vermontville 100 years of Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events history — 1836 to 1936 Part VI Addison counties, when his mother took up were Whigs, after­ land as an early Colonist). by Juliette L. Gehman ward helping form the pres­ When Dr. Robert Kedzie and Jennie E. Martin ent Republican party, joined came to the village, his anti­ Not only bear stories of by their sons. slavery convictions strength­ our early days have become (Note: Indeed as a child, I, ened those of Willard Davis classic, but the incident of as granddaughter of a and his group, and political the lost boy was well known Rutland County; Vermont, discussions were full of and often related by early settler, supposed one had to strong feeling. settlers. be a Congregationalist and When our Civil War came The boy was Frank Republican to be exactly on, it was regarded as a Rogers, and he strayed from orthodox, JMG) moral issue, and news each a home northeast of the vil­ Many ofthe families were, day by pony and rider from lage where he and his family however, Democrats by Charlotte was eagerly await­ had gone to visit. Mr. heredity, especially those ed. Midnight often saw men Truman W. Rogers, the coming from Bennington still walking the street await­ father, started back to town County, and among them ing this daily bulletin. Mr. the next morning after their was my collaborator’s grand­ Barber says sorrow came to arrival at this home. father, Wells R. Martin. He nearly every household, and Probably small Frank and others were as staunch in one present resident says the skipped out to find his father, their opinions as if original, building of a proper church and lost his way in the coun­ not inherited. edifice was postponed try, which was then all Indeed, inheriting political because all the money had to woods. The day offered no party affiliations is not alto­ go to “our boys” for their clue to his whereabouts. gether a thing of the past as needs. Night came on. All the yet. Mercantile life was mean­ neighbors joined the search. But a new issue came into while developing. People at Finally on the morning of being. Men of keen moral first went to Bellevue, the third day, a systematic sense and knowledge of Marshall or Battle Creek. search was organized. national affairs sensed a new The first familiar name to us Frank’s tracks were discov­ national danger. Down in as merchant was that of ered three or four miles from Illinois a tall, gaunt young Homer G. Barber in 1855, the house, near Ionia Road. man with the mind and con­ next in 1863. Barber and Reuben Sanford, who science of a moral genius, Martin until 1873, then lived northwest of town, on began to hate slavery. This Martin and Downing, then his way to the place to begin “Abe” Lincoln led public Henry J. Martin to 1890. The the search in early half-light, opinion. Here in our village, Barber store, after dissolu­ heard a faint noise, stopped, Willard Davis, was one of tion of Barber and Martin, listened intently and heard the first three abolitionists. survived for many years these words: “Hoo-ah! Hoo- As early as 1854, the slave under Barber, Ambrose and ah! You seen my pa?” Of question became a great Rockwell. Mr. Barber mentions the course finding the boy alive political issue, and all whigs, brought a happy ending to free-soil democrats and abo­ valuable public services of days of agony for those con­ litionists formed the new Henry J. Martin, but his Republican party that later moving our present chapel cerned. was to elect this same awk­ onto a good foundation and Politics were taken most ward young man, with eyes renovating its interior is an seriously. Even in a group so of intense look, to our presi­ item that should be added. It single-minded regarding dency. (One of our present but showed Mr. Martin’s education and religion and residents, Walter Davis, is a interest in the village’s cul­ moral standards, there nephew of Willard Davis, tural side. In that chapel today hangs seemed room for antagonis­ and his wife is a daughter of one of Lucy Dwight’s six a fine picture of Beethoven, tic ideas in politics. The men from Rutland children, a 9-year old boy and looking at it, we can but remember the love of good music this same Henry Martin instilled into those within the influence of his baton and pen. (Note: A correction to part IV. Franklin Hawkins, not to our employee Jay Hawkins, his cousin, was grandfather to Mrs. Andrew Green, nee Emma Kenworthy, and it was he who helped chop out Main Street. JMG) Barry County Commission on Aging Menn and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Mar. 11 and Vermont, T (Congratulations and cheese. spinach, coleslaw, cinnamon apple­ sauce. Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Thursday, Mar. 14 Swiss steak, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, stewed toma­ toes, orange, bread pudding. Tuesday, Mar. 12 Spaghetti and meatballs in sauce, tossed salad, tropical fruit, breadstick. Wednesday, Mar. 13 Chicken tenders, macaroni and cheese, broccoli, coleslaw, applesauce. Thursday, Mar. 14 Chicken noodle soup, sliced turkey and cheddar cheese, tossed salad, sliced pears, bread. Friday, Mar. 15 Tuna noodle casserole, Brussels sprouts, com, banana, bread. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Mar. 11 Tuna pasta salad, broccoli raisin salad, peaches, crack­ ers. Tuesday, Mar. 12 Ham, salami and Swiss cheese, baked beans, man­ darin oranges, wheat bun. Wednesday, Mar. 13 Roast- beef with cheddar cheese, coleslaw, prunes, wheat bun. Thursday, Mar. 14 Chicken salad, three bean salad, tropical fruit,.bun.,, Friday, Mar. 15 Peanut butter and jelly, potato salad, pineapple, English muffin. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Mar. 11 Swiss steak, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, stewed toma­ toes, orange, bread pudding. Friday, Mar. 15 Tuna noodle casserole, Brussels sprouts, com, banana. Activities Calendar Monday, Mar. 11 Wednesday, Mar. 13 Chicken tenders, macaroni - Hastings: Card Making 10 a.m.; BYOG; Music with Sam: Painting with Bob I p.m.; Kinship Support 1:30-3 p.m. Delton - Mini Massage 11 a.m.. H.W.N: Reminiscence. Tuesday, Mar. Hastings: Card Making 9 a.m.; Music with Sam: Nails: Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton: eminiscence. Woodland: Sing-a-Long; Legal Aid 10:30. Thursday, 14 - Mar. Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 a.m. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. 15 Friday, Mar. Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; St. Patrick’s Day Party 10:30 a.m. Woodland: Visiting; ; Mini Massage 11 a.m.. 12 4-H workshop offered over spring break Eaton County 4-H has an opportunity for youths age 9 to 19 to spend a day explor­ ing different possibilities in 4-H. A workshop is planned for Wednesday, April 3, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the public meeting room at the Eaton County MSU Extension office. Attendees will have the opportunity to leam about tin punch, leather craft, T-shirt rags, duct-tape crafts, jewel­ ry making, card making and science fun. Supplies, snacks and lunch are included in the registration fee of $15 for 4­ H members and $25 for non­ members. Registration forms are available at the Eaton County Extension office or may be downloaded from www.msue.msu.edu/eaton, under the 4-H Youth Development icon. Only 40 spaces are avail­ able. The deadline to register is Monday, March 25. For more information, call the Eaton County MSU Extension office, 517-543­ 2310 or 517-485-3417 ext. 2310, or email MSUE23@msu.edu. The Extension office is at 551 Courthouse Drive, in Charlotte. Wr* M JIT W W TJ Qianas Tfooce & The Place to Gofor Professional Styling $ MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Tuesday, Mar. 12 Spaghetti and meatballs in sauce, broccoli, mixed veg­ etables, fruit punch. 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GRAND RIVER • IONIA • 616 527-2169 KITCHEN HOURS) MONDAY-THURSDAY 11AM-10PM - FRIDAY-SATURDAY 11AM-11PM OPEN SUN �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, March 9,2013 Pamela V. (Peggy) Purchis substitute teacher for several NASHVILLE, MI She was also Pamela V. (Peggy) Purchis, years. age 87, of Nashville passed employed at the Violin shop away Monday, March 4, in Nashville. She enjoyed fishing on 2013 at her home. Pamela was born in Thomapple Lake, sewing, Bombay, India on August 1, and spending time with her 1925, the daughter ofthe late grandkids and family. She Jock and Doris (Burirby) loved to take pictures of her Willis. She was raised in family and the special events India and attended Catholic in their lives. She was an avid Detroit Tigers fan and School there. She met Frank Purchis, Sr. she loved to annually visit while he was stationed in the ballpark with her family. She was a founding mem­ India during WWII. The couple was married on ber of the Nashville VFW 1944 in post 8260 Auxiliary. Henigan’s essay will com­ December 2, Maple Valley eighth grade older brother, Jacob, whom Pamela is survived by a Bombay, India. student Sequoya Henigan she said was always there for pete for one of the top 10 She was employed with daughter, Bev (Kevin) Rost; placed first in the 44th annu­ her. Carter named her dad as statewide awards to be the Maple Valley Schools for and a son, Frank “Skip” al America and Me essay her hero for making time to announced in April. Several thousand eighth over 25 years where she Purchis. She is also survived contest sponsored by Farm be involved, and Huver served as the head cook for by her sister in-law, Ardis Bureau, which had a topic of chose his baby-sitter, Dustin, grade students from nearly the elementary, and also as a Purchis; six grandchildren; 450 Michigan schools partic ­ “my personal Michigan who has been involved in his ipated in the 2012-13 life since Huver was 2. hero.” “As the school’s first America and Me contest, Frank Oliver Dunham Two other students from Maple Valley achieved place winner, Sequoya’s which was conducted with VERMONTVILLE, MI recognition: Bronwyn Carter name will also be engraved the help of Farm Bureau placed second and Tyler on a plaque for permanent Insurance agents across the Frank Oliver Dunham, age 90, of Vermontville, died Huver, third. All three display in the school,” said state. Friday, March 1, 2013 in Lisa Fedewa in a press received award certificates. Hastings. Henigan wrote about her release from Farm Bureau. Frank was bom December 11, 1922 in Holly, the son of Jay Charles and Rebecca Mary (Oliver) Dunham. He spent his childhood in Detroit before his family took up farming near South Lyon. He served in the U.S. Own the Night, Frugal Creating zentangles will enthusiast Jessica Glass Living Exchange and a Lego be the art focus until 6:30 whose presentation will focus Army Air Force on B-24 club are programs offered to p.m. when Nicole Matthews on seed and plant swapping Bomber over Africa during all ages at Putnam District will introduce the practice of and seed starting. The discus- WWII before returning home Gra-Bell Trucking as a diesel Library. yoga. Teens are encouraged sion topic will be “green” to raise a family with his mechanic. Frank was a member of Frank and Art and yoga will be the to wear comfortable clothing cleaning in anticipation and wife, Esther. the American Legion in spring. Esther purchased a herd of focus for teens during Own for this week’s activities. preparation for the Night Monday, March The Frugal Living Participants are asked to bring dairy cows and moved them Vermontville, VFW Post Frank 2406 in Charlotte, Grand 11, from 5 to 8 p.m. The Exchange will meet for the a list of seeds and plants they to Vermontville. event is for sixth to 12th first time Tuesday, March have available for exchange always loved his time milk- Ledge Kiwanis, and partici­ and aa recipe recipe or or idea idea for for aa ing and working on the farm, pated in 4-H in many ways grade students. 12, 6:30 p.m. This group and Teens are welcome to seeks people with a passion green alternative to traditional continuing to do so even throughout the years. Many when he took a second job will remember his ingenuity bring their own technology, for all things frugal, simplis­ cleaners; projects or homework, use tic and natural for meaning­ This month’s building with Diamond REO in with anything mechanical the library’s resources, or ful discussion and to provide theme is “spring” when the Lansing. He retired from and his readiness to help his take part in the activities of a forum for sharing and tak­ Lego club meets Saturday the night, said Director ing collective action. March 16, at 11 a.m. Pre-regShauna Swantek in a press This initial meeting will istration is required for Melvin Hinkle Jr release. feature local homesteading builders in second to fifth FERNDALE, MI - Melvin grades. Due to the high level of interest in this program, E. Hinkle Jr., age 82, of passed away the library may add a second Ferndale, Maple Valley Band Boosters Sponsoring session. Email Laura Scott, Sunday, March 3, 2013 at Oak Beaumont lscott@putnamlib.drg, to Royal Hospital in Royal Oak. register. Melvin was born in Putnam District Library in k\ VFW Post 8260 - Nashville Nashville serves the town­ Wichita Falls, TX on March ships of Assyria, Castleton, 21, 1930, the son of the late Saturday, March 16+h and Maple Grove. Visit the Melvin E. and Eva M. Registration & Cash Games, start at 2:00 website www.putnamlib.org (Minyard) Hinkle. He was ^Tournament starts at 4:00 pm - $50 buy or on Facebook for regular raised in Texas and attended ^\O68oe679 License #M80012 schools there until joining updates. the United States Army. While in the service, Melvin worked state side as a com­ pany clerk during the Korean writer at Chrysler Financial. War. During that time He worked there for 21 Melvin was introduced to years, until retiring in 1991 Norma Jean (Jeannie) Black after his beloved Jeannie by her brother "Bub", who passed away. He later was a close friend of returned to the Battle Creek Melvin's also serving in the area where he met and devel­ Army. The two established a oped a loving relationship relationship by correspon­ with Carol Mears. They were ding in letters and were mar­ together for 10 years until ried on June 6, 1954. they were separated by Melvin and Jeannie made Carol’s illness. Melvin their home together in the returned to the Detroit area Battle Creek area until 1967 where he lived out his when Melvin’s job with remaining years with his Transamerica relocated the daughter Patty and her hus­ family to the Detroit area. band Claude. Two years later Melvin took Melvin loved to drive; and a job as an insurance under- returning to Texas was Student’s essay advances to the state level Putnam announces activities for teens, homesteaders and kids and six great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank “Porky” Purchis; her son Ed, and granddaughter, Elizabeth Rost. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St. Cyril Catholic Church in Nashville, on Friday, March 8, 2013 with Father Richard Altine officiating. A lunch­ eon took place at the VFW immediately following the service. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.ne t for further details. family, friends and neighbors with anything they needed. Frank is survived by his wife of 65 years, Esther Dunham; children, Frank (Susan) Dunham, Deborah (Ron) Granger, Michael Dunham, John (Rita) Dunham and Richard (Lesley) Dunham; 13 grand­ children and nine greatgrandchildren. A memorial service took place Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte with Rev. Fr. Richard Altine officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton County 4-H Junior Dairy Association and the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfimeral.com. E. 5 TEXAS HOLD'EM TOURNAMENT always one of his favorite destinations. His family was always his first priority and he loved spending time with them. He enjoyed reading, and loved Detroit Tigers baseball. Melvin is survived by his two daughters, Patty (Claude) Pate and Sharon (Lonnie) Pate; his son, Donnie (Lori) Hinkle; two sisters, Pat (Don) Johnson and Blanche Moore; seven grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Jeannie;, granddaughter, Jeannie Marie; and his brother, Jerry. Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, on Thursday, March 7, 2013, with Pastor Glen Branham officiating. Interment immediately followed the funeral service at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Lung Association. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 9,2013 — Page 5 From the Pulpit Wildlife habitat workshop announced Fa/th for //fe and eternity by Pastor Glenn Branham ®*i fetj u? waai a| *»>' «£ ssiilia -'KHlllfflitu ■ Ctakte wiHk{! feWfeifcj taniil jifc ™ »Seminkla ” GMiWtate hi MnglkW Huej Mi ( 0 Mai [w> .tens b !i MUaMt * Mrratoi ■i m id ik Hi t si mjiisu Nashville Assembly ofGod Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?” John 11:25-26 With the death of Lazarus, Jesus taught lessons of eter­ nal significance and proved His teachings’ reliability by restoring Lazarus to life. Faith in Christ has both temporal and eternal benefits. Raising Lazarus shows His authority over death and life. Jesus’ words offer comfort and hope to us all - when we lose loved ones, and when considering our own mortality. At Lazarus’ tomb, we learn death is not the end. Death does not have the final say. It is not a master, but merely a servant who ushers us into eternity. Those who pass from this life do not cease to exist, they enter a new experience where we will spend eternity reaping the fruit of our present faith. Jesus points to the reality ofjudgment, with either reward or punishment to follow. Some people question the reality of heaven and the lake of fire. Jesus believed and taught their existence. Lazarus’ resurrection reminds us that Christ awaits at the end of our lives. Every believer meets Jesus upon closing the door on this world. Nor do we go alone. The 23rd Psalm, insists, “Yea, though I walk through the val­ ley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me;... (Psalm 23:4, KJV) At Lazarus’ tomb the power of God to raise the dead is a comfort. Lazarus’ resurrection sends the message: Jesus is indeed the resurrection and the life. As He raised Lazarus so He will raise all from their graves. In another place He taught us, that a time is coming when all who are in their graves will hear His voice and come out — those who have done good will rise to live, and those who have done evil will rise to be condemned. (John 5:28-29) Jesus has the last word on our resurrection. Mary and Martha reeled from Lazarus’ death. Jesus used this occasion to give them, and us, reason to anchor our faith in Him. Imagine their joy when Lazarus left the grave! God’s Word bears faithful witness to Christ and eternity. Put your faith in Jesus. You will be grateful both now and for all eternity. At a wildlife habitat work­ shop sponsored by the Eaton Conservation District, partic­ ipants will learn about epi­ zootic hemorrhagic disease, commonly known as EHD, 6 to 8:30 p.m. in the base­ ment conference room of the Eaton Conservation District office, 551 Courthouse Drive, Charlotte. Gary Pruden and Andrea Stay will begin the workshop which will include Farm Bill programs to promote wildlife by Tim Redder form the Natural Resource Conservation Service; part­ ners for fish and wildlife with Tom Eitniear of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; and EHD in deer herd by Thomas M. Cooley of the Michigan Department Olivia the piglet to visit Vermontville library Olivia is a piglet with a style all her own. At 6 3/4 years old, she knows her own mind, and her imagination is boundless, said Vermontville Township Library Director Carla Rumsey in a press release. Olivia will visit the library Monday, March 18, at 6:30 p.m. to share stories and take pictures with visitors. Door prizes, refreshments and craft activities will be offered. The Olivia books by Ian Falconer, have sold 6 million copies worldwide in 20 lan­ guages. The Thomapple Wind Band invites the public to its final concert of the season Friday, March 15, at 7:30 p.m. in the Hastings High School Lecture Hall. The band will host Ein Prosit German Band, “the band that only plays happy music” for an evening of music and fun. Ein Prosit is directed by Dave Wells and is made up of musicians from Michigan, Indiana and Illinois who enjoy playing and entertain­ ing with a variety ofGerman, Austrian and Bavarian Oktoberfest-style folk music. The band was founded in 2002 by John and Christine Griffith and currently has more than 60 members, including its alphom section, Alphorngruppe “Alpentraum,” which is fea­ Community Action to fami­ tured at all Ein Prosit events. lies with earned incomes of Ein Prosit’s active sched­ under $51,000 in 2012. ule includes festivals, private Call the YMCA of Barry parties and community County, 269-945-4574, to events throughout the year. schedule an appointment. Members ofthe band dress in of Natural Resources. Updates will be provided from local conservation groups, including Pheasants Forever, Quality Deer Management Association and more,. Pheasants Forever will provide refreshments. Call the Eaton Conservation District to RSVP, 517- 543-5848 ext. 5. Space is limited. For more information, visit the newly revamped website, www.eatoncd.org. Set clocks ahead Saturday night German band joining local musicians for free concert Free tax help available here March 18 and 19 Free income tax assistance will be available at Putnam District Library Monday and Tuesday, March 18 and 19, by appointment. This service is provided by in the deer herd and what property owners can do to create and improve deer habitat. The workshop will be Wednesday, March 20, from Daylight saving time begins Sunday at 2 a.m., but those who would rather not wake up in the proverbial middle of the night but want to make it to church on time Sunday morning should set their clocks ahead one hour Saturday night. Daylight saving time will continue now until the first traditional German trachten and strive to preserve the rich German musical heritage. band’s The repertoire includes polkas, waltzes, sectional features, solos, audi­ ence participation pieces and sing-alongs designed to entertain the entire family. The Thomapple Wind Band, directed by Dave Macqueen, consists of more than 45 musicians from throughout Barry County and beyond. The group will be playing a variety of concert band music and will be com­ bining musical talents with Ein Prosit in a popular German waltz. All concert-goers are invited to join the bands at a reception immediately following the concert. For more information, join the band on Facebook at “Thomapple Wind Band” or contact Mike or Kathy Scobey by phone, 616-374­ 7547, or email, kascobey@gmail.com. Sunday in November. This may seem early, especially with snow still on the ground. From 1986 to 2006, daylight saving time ran from the first Sunday in April until the last Sunday in October. A change in law in 2007 extended the length of daylight saving time by about a month. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Mar. 11 Mar. 11 Mar. 14 Mar. 19 Mar. 19 Mar. 21 Mar. 25 Horse Mandatory Meeting for New Members, 6:30 p.m., KCC room 106. Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC room 106. Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Shooting Sports General Meeting. How to Show Your Cat, 6:30 p.m., Hastings Public Library. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Rabbit Mandatory Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Call 945-9554 for Lakewood Mews ads . pe», itbti?**" rjJk;i al lud J®1'? ,g% LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special." For Information call 1-269-731-5194. .ji® i , :< I!r< I! r e^/ ’ Ik^ klK 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 CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship............ 11 a.m. ......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service ......... 6:45 p.m. . . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM X 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 School 10: 00........................... Church Service 11: 00................................... Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training . PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School........................... 9:45 A.M. Service................................... 11 P.M. Service.................................... 6 Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 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 am. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship.............................. 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School.............................. 10 A.M. Service.............................. 11:15 P.M. Service.................................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West W.orship . 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................. 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 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 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. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 - Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, March 9, 2013 SINGAPORE, continued from page 1 — Amanda Erwin observes the Floating Mosque. As waters rise, the mosque, located in Melaka, Malaysia, appears to float. Erwin has made a discov­ and was in Beijing during the ery of a new favorite fruit — uprisings in 1986. Erwin’s six-month pro­ dragonfruit. “Without studying abroad, gram began in January and ends in May. While in I wouldn’t have discovered Singapore, she has been able my favorite fruit. I didn’t to take some side trips, one even know it existed,” said of them to Merlion Park on Erwin. “The fruit is a bit like Sentosa Island. Erwin the texture of the edible fruit described a Merlion as an portion ofa kiwi since dragon imaginary creature with the fruit also has many seeds.” Regarding classes at the head of a lion and the body of a fish, thought to watch school, Erwin said her intro­ over the island and protect it duction to philosophy course was engaging. She found the from ill will. “The lion head represents students to be quite blunt and Singapore’s original Malay involved. “The professor is name of ‘Singapura,’ mean­ ing ‘Lion City.’ The body of Japanese, but with a perfect accent (yes, the fish is indicative of American Singapore’s other past name, Americans have accents) that Temasek, a Japanese word really threw me off. He’s a Japanese citizen but grew up for ‘sea town,’” said Erwin. Interspersed with study, in the States,” said Erwin. “I Erwin has found time to brought back one big idea from this first lecture, the sample a variety of cuisine. “Those of you who know professor’s self-definition of me well know that lasagna philosophy: ‘Thinking about and dim sum are my two things you’ve never really favorite kinds of food. There thought ofbefore...’ I think I is no shortage ofdim sum on will make this the mission this island (haven’t seen any statement or motto of this lasagna yet, though),” said trip. It really hits home for Erwin in a blog entry. me in terms of this studyOf another food adventure abroad experience so far.’ Erwin said “Much to my dis­ An insight for Erwin in may, we ordered chicken considering her peers at feet. I actually loved it!” NTU is that she is the only Stop in and try our Hdrne Cookin’ / Jack & Judy’s \ Country Kettle Cafe 113 N. Main, Nashville SI7-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 51.99 . BREA KFAST SPECIALS (3 to choose from) *3.95 LUNCH SPECIALS 2,„$15 Saturday thru Thursday 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. (That' s every night except Friday) 4 DINNER CHOICES that include Soup & Salad Bar Amanda Erwin describes this picture as a “shameless tourist shot,” taken at Merlion Park. The Merlion has the head of a lion on the body of a fish and is considered the mascot of Singapore. The Merlion is thought to keep the island safe. person from a culture of one language. She said the other students have grown up knowing two languages flu­ ently. “It’s fascinating that Singaporeans switch between their native lan­ guage (be it Mandarin, Malay or Tamil) and English so fluidly. They like to mix words from other cultures in, as well, Hokkien and Malay alike. “I learned an interesting phrase last week from a Singaporean student I had lunch with. The funny thing about this student is that once we introduced our­ selves we realized our names are quite similar. Her name is Amanda Lee, and my name ... is Amanda Leigh Erwin ... she preceded to teach me some ‘Singlish’ [Singaporean English inter­ spersed with Chinese]. One phrase she taught me is a phrase used as an exclama­ tion of frustration ... Wa lao eh! ... the phrase means ‘curse my husband.’” It isn’t all travel and tast­ ing for Erwin who said one of her class days lasted 10 hours. In an immunology class, she had a special lab segment for 3 1/2 hours to differentiate lymphocytes. “One of my lab partners was a local Singaporean stu­ dent, while the other was on exchange from South Korea. Amidst pipetting and cen­ trifuging, we discussed and compared language, military systems and scientific lab environments.” Erwin is the youngest of the lab partners, and the only one who does not speak three languages fluently. “We talked about how being fluent in several lan­ guages in Asia is for survival rather than recreation,” said Erwin. “For my benefit, we spoke in English during the entire lab session and came to the conclusion that know­ ing English is important in Asia since it serves as a com­ mon language for all of the ethnic groups to communi­ cate with each other. I felt bad that they knew my lan­ guage, but I didn’t know their respective languages. They told me at least I felt Sri Senpaga Vinayagar Temple is known as the second oldest Hindu temple in Singapore. Amanda Erwin said the teakwood door was designed to be tall enough to accommodate kings who entered while riding ele­ phants. bad rather than the common native English speaker expecting the rest of the world to know English.” Even though Erwin is the youngest lab partner she is the closest to receiving a bachelor’s degree. That’s partly because Singaporeans attend a junior college before going to a four-year under­ graduate institution. South Korean males serve two years of compulsory military service before the age of 30. “As my lab partners stat- Continued on next page Amanda Erwin from Nashville is part of a six-month study-abroad program offered through Central Michigan University in Singapore. Cool Looks Extended Tanning Hours For Your Convenience WE'RE AT THE CHICAGO HAIR SHOW THE 9TH A 10TH Enjoy EasterAll Month Long with BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENTS NOW FOR THE LATEST TRENDS IN HAIR & NAIL FASHION! Draw an egg with your purchase Stylists... Teri, Lynzie and Amy our Spring Easter Egg Hunt! to see how much you will save. Discounts ft Give-Aways! 207 N. Main St., Nashville olul rueuz 517-852-0313 For your convenience, please use back entrance The durian fruit is covered in sharp points and has a pungent odor and unique flavor. Amanda En/vin said a newspaper is used to protect hands while holding the fruit and that she thinks it tastes like onion-flavored cream cheese. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, March 9,2013 — Page 7 Continued from previous page — day, twilight and evening. They never ceased to be impressive. They are the tallest twin towers in the world, at this point in histo­ ryA day trip was taken to the Batu Caves, which are the site ofa Hindu shrine to Lord Murugan set in the limestone hills north of the capital. “Some individuals were making a religious trip to the Batu Caves for rebirth. These individuals shaved their heads and had rubbed a turmeric-colored substance on their bald heads,” said Erwin while “other individu­ als trekked up the 272 stairs of the Batu Caves carrying the ashen remains of a loved Amanda Erwin stands before the Petronas Towers, the tallest twin towers in the world. ed, ‘Americans are always so young,’” said Erwin. Erwin traveled to Sri Senpaga Vinayagar Temple known as the second oldest Hindu temple in Singapore. She described the height of the teakwood door as tall enough to accommodate kings entering while riding elephants. Durian fruit proved a near painful experience since the fruit is covered in sharp points and has a pungent aroma. “Do I like durian? My response is always that I would prefer it on crackers. It’s actually not bad,”' said Erwin. “I wouldn’t want to make a smoothie out of it. It tastes different to everyone, but to me it tastes like an oniony cream cheese that should be enjoyed on crack­ ers with fresh tomato for a light appetizer.” A visit to the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve included hik­ ing, tree climbing and view­ ing monkeys in the wild. “I don’t think I’ll ever get over how cool the trees are on this side of the world,” said Erwin ... “One thing I’ve noticed about Singapore is that nature is either an ominous and impenetrable jungle, highly manicured, or nonexistent ... We saw everything from sun skinks [small lizards] to roller­ coaster-like trees to baby monkeys. We were warned not to feed the monkeys, look them in the eye, or bare our teeth since the monkeys may take this as a sign of aggression.” Erwin confesses she screamed in delight when a fellow hiker pointed out the first monkey they saw. “The nature reserve is home to 40 percent of Singapore’s flora and fauna. Sadly, this nature reserve is only .2 percent of Singapore’s total area,” said Erwin. In Melaka, Malaysia, north of Singapore, Erwin visited the Floating Mosque, built in 2006. Erwin said there is a prevalence of Islam in Melaka, and in Malaysia, in general. “We donned long robes and head scarves to respect­ fully visit the Floating Mosque. It was absolutely beautiful. It is called the Floating Mosque because when the water levels rise, it appears to be floating,” she said. Over Chinese New Year, Erwin and friends visited Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia. Erwin describes the city as “home to a lively night bazaar, the tallest twin Tree-hugging” at Bukit Timah Nature Reserve in towers in the world, and the Singapore is Amanda Erwin, who said she doesn’t think Batu Caves.” she will ever tire of seeing the variety of trees on the “We visited the Petronas other side of the world. Towers several times, in the Amanda Erwin climbs an intense rock trail, where she said the long vine came in handy. one. Most recently, Erwin has been enjoying the Chinese New Year and describes it as a meaningful holiday for reuniting with family and friends while welcoming the spring. “It’s like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year combined with centuries of Chinese tradition,” she relat­ ed. “I would like to celebrate it when I get back to the States,” said Erwin. Study, travel, food and fun with new friends has left Erwin reflective. “Thinking about things you’ve never thought about before is exciting and exhausting, but truly a learn­ ing experience. I can’t wait to learn more philosophy, Singlish, and other aspects of Singaporean culture.” �Page 8 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 9,2013 Old Indian chief was liked by Nashville early settlers Clarence Higdon still resides in this 1841 home [1983 writing] at the foot of Barryville Hill where his grandparents, the Clement Higdons, lived as neighbors to Chief Asquesah and his band of Indians camped along nearby High Bank Creek. The two-story wing at right, now gone, once housed early Castleton Township offices. The main structure is now fronted with a two-story porch. Out of sight at right is the location of the old Barryville mill. The top portion of that structure now serves as a barn on the Higdon place. Seen in this circa-1913 photo are Clifford and Elsie (Higdon) Potter and their young neighbor Arthur Lathrop. The Barryville settlement once included a tavern, post office and store, in addition to the grist mill build in 1859 by M.L. Lathrop. (Photo loaned byClarence Higdon) Lake resort is to be dedicated tonight,” advised The Nashville News June 18, 1925. “Some time ago, the managers of the resort announced that they would give suitable prizes for a Asquesah has become name for the new pavilion. somewhat of an Indian leg­ The first prize goes to Abe the earliest white settlers, end around Nashville in the Carlton of Hastings, who who soon learned to love and 107 years since he passed proposed naming the pavil- respect him. According to a away and was interred at ion ‘ChiefAs-Ka-Saw’ (pho­ News account of 1925, Barryville Cemetery adja­ netic spelling) in memory of Asquesah was something of cent to what is now Peace the famous old chief of the a preacher and did consider­ United Methodist Church. tribe of Ottawa Indians who able missionary work among “Chief Asquesah, the old chief and pioneer Indian, formerly lived at Thomapple Indians over a wide territory. Lake.” died of lung disease last “Many ofour early settlers Asquesah had made his remember him kindly and Sunday in Carlton,” reported home and that of his band respect his memory,” noted The Nashville News Feb. 25, around the lake in the days of The News in 1925. 1876. One descendant ofpioneer settlers who can still recall tales of Chief Asquesah, passed down in his family, is Clarence Higdon of Scott Road. His ancestors were among the early inhabitants of Barryville, a tiny hamlet in those days, located in Section 31 of Castleton Township, four miles west of Nashville. When the Clement Higdons, grandparents to Clarence, settled in the mid1800s at the base of what now is called Barryville Hill, the band of Indians led by Asquesah were living nearby on the banks of High Bank This wooden shoe with leather straps is reputed to have once belonged to Chief Creek. Asquesa. It was presented to Putnam Public Library some time ago by the late Clarence recalls hearing Mildred (Purchis) Mater of Nashville and is now part of the library’s local history col- stories of how the Higdons lection. (Photos by Susan Hinckley) gave milk, cottage cheese and butter to the Indians who were short of food at the time. Plaintive cries of hun­ gry children could be heard rising from the Indian encampment at all hours of the night. Later, Asquesah’s band helped Clement Higdon make hay. “The chief would stand with his arms folded while the young bucks worked,” recalled Clarence. “Grandad said everybody liked Asquesah.” Clarence also recalls hear­ ing of the chief’s initial encounter with Lorenzo Mudge, who in 1837 became the first white settler in Castleton Township. When Mudge, his wife and child arrived on the scene, they were without shelter in an approaching storm. Without permission, Mudge appropriated an unin­ habited Indian storage teepee 1351 N. M-43 Highway • P.O. Box 188 as temporary shelter for his family. He moved out Hastings, Ml 49058 Asquesah’s sap buckets to Phone (269) 945-9554 • Fax (269) 945-5192 make room, but soon faced an irate Indian chiefwho was This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News March 8, 1983. “He was bom on the banks of the Thomapple River where Hastings now stands, on New Year’s Day, 68 years ago. His remains were brought to his home in Sheridan, and the funeral sermon was preached by Rev. LN. Crittenden at the John Morgan house. He was buried in the burying ground in Barryville.” Nearly 50 years later, the construction of a dance hall resulted in the old chief’s name once again becoming a household word to many Nashville area families. “The mammoth new danc­ ing pavilion at Thomapple Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers • Lakewood News • Maple Valley News • Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News • Reminder • Hastings Banner Over 64,000 Papers Distributed Every Week! ready to do battle over the white man’s takeover. Mudge, however, caught Asquesah offguard by offer­ ing to pay for the teepee and inquiring of its fair price. This unexpected offer so startled the Indian chief that he was unable to come up with a figure, said Clarence Higdon. As a gesture of apprecia­ tion for use of the tent, the Mudges invited, Asquesah and his wife to have dinner with them as soon as their new log cabin was complet­ ed a few weeks, later. When the appointed evening arrived, said Clarence, Asquesah showed up alone — or so thought the Mudges, until they spotted his squaw trailing some distance behind. The table had been laid inside the new cabin, but the Indians were insistent that they must eat outdoors. It was only after considerable effort on the part of the Mudges that their guests were persuaded that dining inside was acceptable. This encounter, says Clarence Higdon, sparked a lifelong friendship between the Mudges’ son, Earl and a son of Chief Asquesah. The two boys soon became part­ ners in running traps along High Bank Creek. In later years, Asquesah’s son became a printer at a large firm in Grand Rapids. Another personal memory of Asquesah was passed down to Keith Mead of rural Hastings, who recounted it for us. His recollection came from his late friend, Carroll Cutler, who died in the mid1970s at the age of nearly 90 years, a son of pioneer set­ tlers at the west end of Thomapple Lake. The Cutlers lived in a log cabin on their farm on River Road where they raised sheep and cattle. (In the 1940s, Carroll Cutler had a new home built on the property, but up to that time he had continued to live in the log house.) “When he was a very young child,” remembered Mead, “Carroll was with his grandmother in the cabin and saw a face looking in at the north window. He was very frightened and his grand­ mother went to the door to see what was wanted.” It was Chief Asquesah wanting some eggs, which he was given. “He then entered the house, went over to the fire­ place and got the iron teaket­ tle and filled it with water,” recalled Mead. “He put the eggs in to boil with the com­ ment, ‘no breakum.’” Continued on next page PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on March 21, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. SUBJECT: The purpose of this hearing is to hear public discussion on a variance request for vacant land parcel # 0852-100-036-00 (lot south of the current Dollar General Store) Variance request concerns Zoning Ordinance Article 20, Off Street Parking Requirements, Section C-19 Retail Stores...must have one parking spot for each one hundred sixty square feet of useable floor area. Current site plan for this property does not meet this parking requirement. If you wish to comment in writing on this request you must do so by March 21, 2013 and turn it into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St. PO Box 587, Nashville, Ml. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, March 9, 2013 — Page 9 Continued from previous page— IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert L. Spencer, JR and Michele L. Spencer, husband and wife., to Great Lakes Mortgage and Investment, Mortgagee, dated September 13, 2007 and record­ ed September 21, 2007 in Instrument Number 20070921­ 0002244, and , Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by PNC Bank, N.A. successor by merger to National City Bank by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One The following is a guest column by State Rep. Theresa Abed, democratfrom Grand Ledge. s Sw! * 2?*b St Ay** Ay* k JJMlilk k * ^hliii^ iif ukriidliuiiji Last week, the Michigan House of Representatives voted on bills that will change Michigan’s health insurance market. 1 voted against these bills because they are going to put anoth­ er financial burden on seniors and the disabled. Michiganders who have been hit hardest by the Republican’s new tax plan are now going to be hit hard again by this new health care legislation. Senate Bills 60 and 61 will eliminate Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan’s tax-free status. For many years, an agreement existed with the State of Michigan that required BCBSM to be the insurer of last resort; BCBSM could not deny health insurance based on a pre-existing medical condi­ tion. In exchange, BCBSM was not taxed by Michigan. Because of the Affordable Care Act, all insurers will now be insurers of last resort. I agree that BCBSM should lose its tax­ free status. What I disagree with is that these bills do not require BCBSM to continue offering Medigap policies after July 2016. If it chooses to offer this coverage, BCBSM will no longer be required to self-subsidize the plans and will operate with less oversight on how much they can raise the cost of Medigap coverage. A new subsidy (Michigan Health Endowment Fund) offered from 2016 to 2021 will be for only those Medicareeligible individuals who demonstrate a financial need. The amount allocated is significantly less than what is needed to prevent Medigap cost increases for seniors and the disabled. In 2021, there will be no subsidy, and Medigap plans likely will skyrocket. I cannot support legislation that will place an additional bur­ den on our seniors and make it harder for them to afford the health care they need. I welcome your comments and questions. You can reach me by phone, 517-373-0853, or via email, TheresaAbed@house.mi.gov. Visit my website at www.abed.housedems.com where you can sign up for my newsletter. *F 'Stansiiqsj "R Wsttmtafc tut WsWiffiaffi tartta.| Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News classified ads Hundred Fourteen Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety-One and “Gone Home” declares the epitaph on Asquesah’s tombstone at Barryville cemetery. Also inscribed are the words “Indian Chief Asquesah, Died Feb. 20, 1876. Two lines of writing near the base of the marker are illegible. Cutler also told Mead that Asquesah kept a canoe and an iron kettle down by Thomapple Lake. “An Indian trail was east of Cutler’s house,” remem­ bers Mead, “and it went back to limestone springs in the i® ‘Itaitnniq SK ifai'Wwriifc ex gMsikM ilk giikt^iiik ail nirsMw® KB> jj0ti meb Btarttktai g(k Biiinsntf fSB SB f^ ^r nts®®1^ t - kMf® -ftitaawaKk cj j*nW^ » 5 £ -aoW 10 jjJS JS .1 NJ t TOWNSHIP OF CASTLETON 2013 NOTICE OF BOARD OF REVIEW that the Board of Review will meet at the Township Hall, 915 Reed St., Nashville, Michigan 49073, to examine and review the 2013 assess­ ment roll. The board will convene on the following dates for the hearing of appeals of assessments or taxable values, poverty exemptions, parcel classification appeals and/or current year qualified agricultural denials: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE woods. Limestone may be seen there today on top ofthe ground and also the springs.” Mead learned that the Indians also camped east of what is now Barger Road on high ground between Mud Creek and Thomapple River and were there even in the 31/100 Dollars ($114,791.31) including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on MARCH 28, 2013. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 8 rods East of the center of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 8 West at the Southeast comer of land owned by John Roush, formerly owned by Milo Bunn running thence North 20 rods; thence East 16 rods, more or less: Thence South 20 rods: Thence West 16 rods, more or less to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. early 1900s. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The When the first white set- foreclosing mortgagee foreclosing mortgagee can tlers put down roots in what rescind the sale. In that event, is now the village of your damages, if any, are limited Nashville in the mid-1850s, solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus their closest neighbors in the interest. tiny settlement on the north If the property is sold at forebank of the Thomapple near closure sale, pursuant to MCL present-day Putnam Park, 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person were Indians. who buys the property at the The comings and goings mortgage foreclosure sale or to of the tribes in and around the mortgage holder for damage the Nashville area were to the property duringthe IN recorded in many early redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ issues of The News. Some erty, please contact our office as years later, the activities of you may have certain rights. the white men would have Dated: February 23, 2013 been ofkeen interest to Chief Orlans Associates, PC. Asquesah observed the Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 newspaper June 25, 1925: Troy, Ml 48007 “As-Ka-Saw, the famous old File No. 12-513777 chief of the Ottawa tribe liv- (02-23)(03-16) 06805764 ing at Thomapple Lake years ago, would have been uneasy in his grave if he could have witnessed the immense throng of ‘palefaces’ who PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: gathered at the popular resort All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act last Thursday evening to and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which attend the opening of the fine collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ large pavilion dedicated to nation based on race, color, religion, sex, his memory. The occasion handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to found the spacious grounds make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes filled with undoubtedly the children under the age of 18 living with largest crowd of guests ever parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of entertained at Thomapple, children under 18. and the big dance hall... was This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate literally packed with specta­ which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all tors and devotees of the terpdwellings advertised in this newspaper sichorean art.” are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Chief Asquesah was rest­ Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. ing at Barryville cemetery The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. under a still-standing head­ stone which declares that the old Indian has ‘Gone home.” 06799959 SetonS???? AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT AND ANY INFOR­ MATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Andrew M. Berg, an adult married and Betty Jo Berg, an adult mar­ ried, Mortgagors, to Greenpoint Credit Corp. , Mortgagee, dated the 6th day of July, 1999 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 19th day of July, 1999 in Document No. 1032619 of Barry County Records, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Seventy Seven Thousand Three Hundred Twenty Two & 29/100 ($77,322.29), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 21st day of March, 2013 at 1:00 PM o’clock Local Time, said mort­ gage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Ml (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be neces­ sary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 6.5% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premis­ es are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all struc­ tures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, sit­ uated in the City of Delton, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as fol­ lows, to wit: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4, OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SEC­ TION 9, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST; RUNNING THENCE NORTHERLY 450 FEET ALONG THE EAST 1/8 LINE OF SAID SECTION 9; THENCE EASTERLY 10 FEET AT RIGHT ANGLES FOR THE TRUE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTHERLY 232 FEET PARALLEL WITH SAID EAST 1/8 LINE; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY TO A PONT THE CENTERLINE OF LINDSEY ROAD WHICH LIES 559 FEET NORTHEASTERLY FROM THE INTERSECTION OF SAID CENTERLINE AND THE NORTH 1/8 LINE OF SAID SECTION 9; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY 220 FEET ALONG SAID CEN­ TERLINE; THENCE NORTH­ WESTERLY TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. Said property has affixed thereto a 1998 Century Homes Manufactured Home During the six (6) months imme­ diately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days imme­ diately following the sale. Pursuant to MCLA 600.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for dam­ aging the property during the redemption period. Dated: 2/16/2013 Green Tree Servicing LLC fka Greenpoint Credit Corp. Mortgagee FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Green Tree Servicing LLC fka Greenpoint Credit Corp. 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800, Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 GTMO FHLMC Berg (02-16)(03-09) �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 9,2013 Rams top Lions to end their district drought first by Brett Bremer Sports Editor When the Lions shot the ball this season, they were capable of beating just about anyone. But when their shots were off it could be a struggle. They were offFriday. Galesburg-Augusta’s var­ sity boys’ basketball team won is first district champi­ onship since 1997, topping the Maple Valley boys 58-31 in the Class C District Final at Delton Kellogg High School. The Rams went on an 11-2 run to start the ball game. Maple Valley pulled to within JI -7 in the final seconds of the first quarter, but from then on the Ram lead grew and grew as missed shot piled up for the Lions. The Lions played two tight ball games with the Rams during the Kalamazoo Valley Association season this win­ ter, with each team scoring one victory. “Tonight, the difference was we played very well on defense,” said GalesburgAugusta head coach Tim Bom. “We knew they wanted to shoot the three. We were going to take that away from them wherever they were. I said we’ll give up lay-ups, but we are not going to let them shoot the three and that flus­ tered them a little bit.” The Lions didn’t get many lay-ups, but they did get off a number of three-pointers. They just didn’t fall. Maple Valley, which hasn’t won a district championship since 1996, yvas just l-of-21 from behind the three-point line and just 11 -of-48 overall from the floor. “It actually made us shoot more three-pointers than we would have liked to have shot,” Lion head coach Chris Ewing said of the Rams’ 2-3 Maple Valley senior guard Garrett Miller gets a hug from assistant coach Andy Roush as he leaves the court late in the fourth quarter of Friday’s district final loss to Galesburg-Augusta in Delton. (Photo by Brett Bremer) zone defense. “We just could-The Rams also got 11 points n’t hit a three-pointer tonight. from Andy Gregg. I think we hit one three-pointJJordan Bom drove to the er. They just made us have to basket for two points at the shoot it from the outside and start of the third quarter, we couldn’t do our penetra- pushing his team’s lead to tion. They handled the boards double digits for the first time really well. That kind of lim- at 24-13.. While the Lions struggled, ited all ofour other chances at it. That was about it really. Galesburg-Augusta shot well, We couldn’t hit our Shots hitting 15-of-19 free throws tonight.” and 5-of-7 shots from behind The Lions had some trou- the three-point line. ble stopping the penetration ““Defensive-wise, Defensive-wise, we we kind kind ofthe Rams’ Jordan Bom and of straggled on stepping up Kyle Mallwitz on the defen- and helping,” Ewing said. sive end of the floor. Jordan “Our help-side defense was led his team with 19 points. horrible tonight. We knew we Mallwitz finished with nine. could stop them, but if our EWING WELL DRILLING INC. Maple Valley senior forward Garret Mater flies between Galesburg-Augusta’s Austin Douglas (left) and Andy Gregg (20) on his way to the basket during Friday night’s Class C District Final at Delton Kellogg High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) help-side is not there we can’t stop them. We just were not playing all together as a team at the very end.” Maple Valley got a couple of nice baskets in the paint early in the second half, by Micah Bromley and Tommy Mudge, but couldn’t keep that going throughout the final two quarters. The Ram lead was 39-21 by the end of the third quarter. Bromley finished with a team-high nine points. Austin Gonser and Garrett Miller had five each, and Garret Mater and Mudge finished with four apiece. “I’m very proud ofmy sen­ iors. They worked hard. The starting group that I had out there worked hard all season and gave everything they had. I’m very proud of this whole team,” Ewing said. “I could- n’t have asked for a better team for my second year of coaching. I’m overwhelmed with emotion about how proud I am ofthis team. In the locker room, I told them that they didn’t just make Maple Valley basketball better, they really made a change in Maple Valley in the school, in the community and these guys need to be proud about that. Going to a district final and having the season we did, it pays off. We made a change and I’m excited for my juniors next year to step into that leading role of what my seniors did this year. The Lions end the season with a record of 14-8. They struggled shooting the ball a bit Wednesday too, but still managed to pull out a 44-41 win over Albion in the district semifinals in Delton. The Lions had a big edge at the free throw line in that win, hitting 1 l-of-22 attempts. The Wildcats shot 50 percent at the foul line too, but that was by hitting l-or-2Tshots. Sam Benedict led Maple Valley with ten points in the win. Mater and Mudge had eight points each,Bromley seven, Gonser sixand Miller five. Albion got 13 points from Matthew Skinner, who drilled three threes. RJ Haas added 11 points. 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(Photo by Brett Bremer) Bremer) ape Valley aey junor orwar Austin usn Gonser onser (right) rg Maple junior forward iss wrapped up by Albion’s RJ Haas as he attacks the basket during Wednesday’s Class C District Semifinal at Delton Kellogg High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 9,2013 — Page 11 Lakewood Choral Society begins new season A choir known throughout the area for its performances and service to the communi­ ty began its 28th season March 4. The 100-plus-voice Lakewood Area Choral Society’s new season will continue the tradition of spe­ cial events and concerts fea­ turing the adult, all-volunteer choir that has performed throughout West Michigan since 1986. Prospective members are always encouraged to join, and should have previous choral singing experience and a willingness to practice and attend rehearsals (generally every Monday night). New singers will need to complete a voice interview and audition with Robert C. Oster, artistic director and conductor. Basses and tenors are especially needed. However, openings in all voice parts exist. LACS will be auditioning new members for the 2013 season Monday, March 18, beginning at 6 p.m. at the Sunfield United Brethren Church, 8436 W. Grand Ledge Highway. Performance venues already scheduled for this season include Nashville, Hastings, Grand Ledge and Jenison. More performances are expected to be added to the schedule. In addition, the choir will be traveling to Washington, D.C., in June with concerts planned at the Lincoln Memorial, U.S. Soldiers’ and Airmen’s Home and the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. Activities include tours in and around Washington, D.C., a wreath­ laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, a Broadway musical at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, a visit to Gettysburg and more. Further information regarding 2013 events and concerts will be published in future news articles and will be available through the choral society’s website, www.lacsmusic.org. Prospective new members should call Joanie Oster, 269-967-7246, or email lacsmusic@gmail.com for more information. New members are eligible to sign up for the Washington trip. For Sale Garage Sale Community Notices Welcomes new members ik A 5*wwm "wWta, ”*pi R»ita1ijiiiia|j(1j( afesssiafeal.)^ liJssiijBoita Ikaslfo wtfeasjft finish. ■■M ,tal!p5; Mfcxf tointa.'kfi: tllffi? tetaMfeia: NIK Up® RUSTIC WHITE CEDAR Queen Size Bedroom Set. Quality and Locally Made 1- Queens Full Log Bed 1- 6 Drawer Dresser 1- 4 Drawer Chest 2- 1 Drawer Shelf Nightstands. $1,450 for all + tax. WILL BE BC VINTAGE FORMALLY GARAGE Barry Co. Antique Show. SALES! Beginning March Saturday March 9th 9am5th through 30th. Tuesday 5pm & Sunday March 10th through Saturday 9am-6pm. 10am-3pm. 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The Lion varsity wrestling team’s lone state qualifier, Pesina went 1-2 at the Division 3 Individual Finals over the weekend to close out a 27-8 senior season. 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 He pinned Richmond’s Adam Boyd 4 minutes and 10 seconds into their conso­ lation opener Friday. “I got my hand raised. That was nice. Everything is good,” Pesina said. “I avoided a cradle. He tried to get me in a cradle and I just kind of brought my hand over his head and got him in a head-lock. It was a good tight head-lock.” It was Pesina’s first trip to the Individual State Finals. He said his heart was pound­ ing during the Grand March before the first matches Thursday. “It was crazy. It really is,” he said, “You don’t know until you’re there.” “My heart was pumping 100 miles per hour. Walking into the arena opened your eyes. You know where you’re at. You’ve got a whole bunch of people all Ml Uc. *1748 517-490-1287 , Staring at you. It’s crazy.” His heart didn’t stop pounding before his opening round match, a 5-3 loss to Chippewa Hills’ Cole Thielen. After the win over Boyd Friday, Pesina’s tournament run ended with a 5-1 loss to Chesaning’s Trenton Devereaux in the second round of consolation. Devereaux went on to place fifth in the weight class, one of eight seniors to medal at 215 pounds in Division 3. Buchanan senior Gage Hutchison ran his record for the year to 56-0 by pinning Allendale’s Taylor Gohn 2:24 into their champi­ onship finals match Saturday evening. Half dozen advance to MMWA finals The Maple Valley Wrestling Club had six wrestlers qualify for the MMWA State championship at Linden Saturday. 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Pots of maple syrup were donated and attended by Larry and Karen Haigh. Larry is the president of the Michigan Maple Syrup Association, and the two own and operate Haigh’s Maple Syrup. Syrup was slowly heated to 240 degrees, the tempera­ ture required to make maple sugar. While the syrup was being readied and after a potluck dinner, Liz Snodgrass, presi­ dent ofthe historical society, introduced newly elected Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen Elizabeth Wetzel and court, Bailey Blodgett and Skylar Chapman, to the attendees. Snodgrass exhort­ ed the girls to represent the community known for its maple syrup. After dinner, small glass bowls and spoons were dis- tributed, and Wetzel, Blodgett and Chapman brought pitchers of the heat­ ed syrup to the tables. Guests, with spoons poised, quickly stirred the syrup as soon as it was poured. Sheets of waxed paper had been placed in front of each participant The syrup, made creamy by stir­ ring, was spooned or poured into small pools, forming mounds of maple sugar. Each guest was sent home with a full stomach from the potluck and with piles of maple sugar candy. An annual tradition, the Doug McDougal and wife, Dotty (from right), are joined by Cindy Krolik and Joan Hasselback who stir and stir, transforming heated maple syrup into maple sugar. sugaring-off party sets the stage for the maple syrup season, which culminates in the festival held annually on the last full weekend in April. Grace, (left) who is all smiles, and Elizabeth Conklin enjoy an evening of making maple sugar candy at the annual sugaring-off party in Vermontville. Sandy Hosey (from left) attends the sugaring-off party in Vermontville with her “daughters,” exchange students Jessica Van Morekerk and Marielisa Mendoza. Erin Stephens helps her children Dominik and Kyra as they stir heated maple syrup into maple sugar. The Stephens family said they had such a good time the sugaringoff will be a new tradition. Larry Haigh offers tips on candy production to the queen and court (from left) Bailey Blodgett Elizabeth Wetzel and Skylar Chapman at the Vermontville Historical Society’s annual sugaring-off party Thursday, Feb. 28. 1 Now Scheduling Appointments MAPLEWVALLEY Accounting and Tax, LLC Jill Hickey, Enrolled Agent • fracy Janousek, Registered Tax Return Preparer 8870 Valley Hwy., Vermontville, MI 517-852-1500 The IRS does not endorse any particular individual tax return preparer. For more information on tax return preparers go to IRS.gov We Specialize in: • Individual Taxes • Farm Taxes • Small Business Taxes • Bookkeeping Ford Faynor (from left), Dale Hill and Quentin Faynor diligently stir — and sample — the maple sugar formed from heated maple syrup at the sugaring-off party in Vermontville Thursday, Feb. 28. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-03-16.pdf ac11d9cffaea3d9e725f93478008257e 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. 141-No. 11, March 16, 2013 Local treeing walker coonhound wins best of breed at Westminster Dog Show By Shari Carney Staff Writer Lester Nance, was the first to register a treeing walker coonhound back in the 1930s. Jump to 2013 and granddaughter Tricia Snedegar wins Best of Breed with Frog, a 14 month-old “puppy” at the Westminster Dog Show in Madison Square Garden, New York. “It meant the world to my family, as my grandfather, •my mother’s father, was the first man to register this breed as the treeing walker coonhound and over 70 plus years we have made several milestones for the breed, including this,” said Snedegar of the win. Treeing walkers made their debut performance at Westminster and Snedegar is the breeder/owner/co-owner of eight ofthe 12 hounds that competed for best of breed. Treeing. Walker History and Memories by Lester Nance, copyright 1981, details the development of the breed. “He got him [White River King] from a traveling sales­ man who said these fox-' hound hunters were calling him [Nance] because this dog wouldn’t stay with the Judge Jeffrey Pepper selects Frog as Best of Breed and Best of Winners in the treeing walker coonhound category at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Showr Frog is owned by Tricia Snedegar of Vermontville who is accompanied by her mother, Beth Snedegar. pack, it would go off and tree,” said Snedegar. “So my grandfather bought him for $13 cash and two bags of pig feed.” Nance, who died in 2001, wrote a eulogy to King. “He was a coon hunter’s coon dog, always depend­ able and always giving his best,” wrote ' Nance. Breeding younger dogs was Proving that championships run in the family are Alan Snedegar, wife Beth and best friend Wayne Taylor at the World Coonhound Championship in 2002. Alan and Beth’s daughter Tricia won Best of Breed and Best Winner with her dog Frog at the Westminster Dog Show in 2013. his greatest accomplishment. Such great cooners as Coble’s Ginger, Coble’s Speedy, Fulk’s Jerry, Rowdy, Sparkie, Jud and King Jr. learned to run coon with Old King. He will go down in coon dog history as the foundation of the Nance strain of Treeing Walkers. King has had few equals in the timber or as a stud.” See BREED, page 3 Maple Valley named in top 12 FFA programs in the State Stewart is runner-up at state FFA convention by Doey Fighter Maple Valley FFA Reporter Members of the Maple Valley FFA chapter attended the 85th Michigan FFA State Convention at Vermontville Village Treasurer Williams resigns by Shari Carney Staff Writer After months of scrutiny by the Vermontville Village Council Kelly Williams, treasurer, has resigned. Williams’ letter of resig­ nation was received at the village office Wednesday, March 6 and a special coun­ cil meeting was held Friday, March 8, with all members present, to accept the resig­ nation. At the Friday meet­ ing, Deputy Clerk Judy Mohler was appointed as an interim authorized depositor until a new treasurer is appointed. Williams was repeatedly brought to task over the past several months for over­ drafts and bank fees incurred, for lack ofmeeting attendance (missing four of 12 council meetings in 2012), for errors on reports and for missing reports. In 2012, Kathy Sheldon, auditor, of Walker, Fluke and Sheldon was hired to reconcile the books between the clerk and the treasurer. Laurie Tamez, certified public accountant, was rec­ ommended by Sheldon to provide training to Williams and to continue with the rec­ onciliation of records. Mark Nettleton, village attorney, has been present at two meetings, one a closed session in December where Williams was asked to resign, and the other, the regular meeting in February where council was present­ ed a resolution asking for the treasurer to resign. The total for fees and added personnel charges exceeded $16,500 accord­ ing to Trustee Garry Patrick who stated this amount at the February regular council meeting. All equipment and treas­ urer records have been returned to the village office. Michigan State University March 6 to 8. FFA chapters from all over'the state attended ses­ sions, participated in leader­ ship contests and listened to motivational speakers. Competing in the state finals in leadership contests was sophomore Jadelyn Stewart in extemporaneous public speaking. Stewart fin­ ished second in the state and earned a gold award. The placing earned her the posi­ tion of alternate for the national convention in Louisville, Ky., in October. Stewart’s topic was “The Effect of Agriculture Terrorism on Livestock Producers.” At the opening session Wednesday, Ed and Maryanne Curth of Vermontville received an honorary state FFA degree. This degree was awarded to parents of Michigan FFA officers. Their daughter, Jaime Curth, a 2012 Maple Valley graduate, serves as the Region 1 state vice presi­ dent. The Maple Valley FFA Chapter was given a gold national chapter award which placed them among the top 12 in the state, and the superior chapter award. The national chapter award is based on student, commu­ nity and chapter develop­ ment. The superior chapter award is for demonstrated ability to complete a variety of FFA activities. Maple Valley FFA also was recognized as a recipient of one of the Glassbrook FFA grants. The grant money will purchase eight laptop computers for FFA members for project record keeping as well as conduct­ ing experiments and research for contests. Matthew Scott received a gold academic excellence award. The academic excel­ lence award is given to mem­ bers who have demonstrated a 3.3 or higher GPA and have been involved in a vari­ ety of FFA activities. Four students received State FFA degrees: Doey See FFA, page 12 In This Issue • Local woman honored at Eaton County 4-H ceremony • Putnam Library seeks input • Maple Valley squares off with area schools in a fundraising challenge • Pathways to move into the high school; Maplewood still closed �Page 2 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, March 16, 2013 Words take center stage during Literacy Night Gymnasium converts to quiet reading zone Sydney Waffle, age 4 with Paige, 8 and Luke Hopkins, 6, play word bingo at Literacy Night at Fuller Street. The brother’s Nelson — Alex, 7 (left) and Eli, 10, fill in Mad Libs. In Mad Libs a story is missing words. Random words are drawn from a pile and filled in the blanks mak­ ing for a varied and often amusing result. Emily Mater, children’s director of Putnam District Library is known in the reading community as Miss Emily. Sporting a Dr. Seuss Cat in the Hat shirt Miss Emily reads a book by the famous doctor. A rustling of paper is the only sound heard during silent reading in the gymnasium of Fuller Street Elementary Friday, March 8 as children and families read together. by Shari Carney Staff Writer Hallways and classrooms were abuzz with activity dur­ ing Literacy Night at Fuller­ Street Elementary Friday, Jack & Judy Easter Dinner Specials h Swiss Steak Baked Ham & Yams Roast Chicken & Dressing Country Kettle Cafe Kids 12 and under come tn and sign up for a chance to win a Nashville s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 i Hours: Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM March 8 in celebration of March is Reading Month. Mad Libs, bingo, a book walk, word searches, book­ mark creation, reading log construction, hangman, ere- Giant Easter Basket Drawing will be held April 30th at Noon ate a puppet and other activi­ ties had younger children, pre-kindergarten through second grade, and families entertained from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Principal Susanne Waffle, dressed as Granny from Little Red Riding Hood greeted event attendees and hosted book laden tables that streched down the hall. Each child was given books to take home. Teachers, many dressed as favorite storybook charac­ ters, assisted children as they manuevered through the maze of classrooms filled with activities. The Parent Teacher Network sold baked goods, for a suggested donation of 25 cents each, to sponsor children’s book author, Cheryl Reynolds. Reynolds, author of Dear Mosquitos Now Scheduling Appointments MAPLEWVALLEY Accounting and Tax, I J.C Jill Hickey, Enrolled Agent • Tracy Janousek, Registered Tax Return Preparer 8870 Valley Hwy., Vermontville, MI 517-852-1500 The IRS does not endorse any particular individual tax return preparer. For more information on tax return preparers go to IRS.gov Please Eat the Burritos and Popsicles on the Run, is coming to the school Friday, March 22. The younger children departed the building at 7 p.m. and, after a brief break, grades third,, fourth and fifth arrived armed with blankets, pillows and a favorite snack to share. The gymnasium was deemed a quiet zone where silent reading ensued. At 8 p.m. the volume ramped up when floor hockey, basket­ ball, hula hoops, jump ropes, computer and board games, washer/beanbag toss and football accuracy throw kept the night atmosphere lively. After activities and snacks Miss Emily, the children’s activity director of Putnam District Library, read a clos­ ing story to participants before the children headed home to hopefully, fest. Parker Anderson tosses a football through a target in the gymnasium at Fuller Street Elementary during the activity portion of Literacy Night Friday, March 8. In line, waiting for a turn are, Collin Thames, Bruce Gorman, Bryce Corey and Kayli Hansen. See us at the... 'fKHfiTT "YIMfilT ''IW F’ ' Sat. & Sun., March 16 & 17. at the Barry Expo Center We have a good selection of • Fabric • Trims • Patterns • Buttons • Zippers ... etc. We Specialize th: • Individual Taxes • Farm Taxes • Small Business Taxes • Bookkeeping Jaydee Palmer, age 4, carefully applies glue to the back of a puppet. Puppets are used to tell a story during Literacy Night at Fuller Street Elementary. ********************* ~ (phajj. (ph ouh. *^**********« 218 E. 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Tricia’s father, Alan, who recently retired from Michigan State University as the swine manager, has a long history of showing hogs and dogs and judging shows. Alan said the treeing walker coonhound has a “deep, long bawl.” “My parents met over hogs and dogs,” said Tricia. The pair met in 1966 at the Indiana State Fair. Beth was showing white yorkshires and Alan, hampshires. Tricia is the oldest of three girls. “I came up showing pigs with the head honcho him­ self,” said Tricia . “He was not an easy coach.” Hundreds of shows later, Beth said of participating in the Westminster Dog Show, “I can scratch this off my bucket list.” Beth traveled to New York with Tricia and was the handler for Frog when the title of champion was con­ ferred. When Frog was announced, Beth threw her fist high in the air and beamed with pride knowing what her daughter had accomplished. The competi­ tion is “very stiff.” The judge, Jeffrey Pepper, told Tricia, “I fell in love with him when I first saw him [Frog]. When that dog A family affair, the Snedegars have grown up in the show ring as evidenced by this family photo from 1987 Tricia Snedegar of Vermontville is the granddaughter to Lester Nance. Nance is the titled Ak-sar-ben (Nebraska, backwards). Alan founder of the treeing walker coonhound breed. Snedegar won Best of Breed in the Snedegar and wife Beth with daughters, Tina (from left), treeing walker category at its debut at the Westminster Dog Show in New York. Tricia and Jamie. Alan’s hat reads “Snedegar Sister’s Daddy.” Tricia said she has been in the show arena since she was 10. moved out he painted the picture of rich color, great movement and a nice head piece.” “Frog, who I had never seen before, is a dog of excellent type and very good construction,” said Pepper. “Looking at him and evaluat­ ing him against the breed standard, I find that he meets the intent of the standard very well. At Westminster, he was, in my opinion, the best Treeing Walker both in terms of his type and his structure, therefore he won, said Pepper. “I wanted Frankie [father to Frog] to win,” said Tricia who was the handler for Frankie. “But the judge said he [Frog] moved better than his sire — better rear angula­ tion. I totally agree with him.” Frog came away with two awards, Best of Breed and Best of Winners. Frankie, At right: Beth Snedegar erupts in joy as Frog is announced Best of Breed at the Westminster Dog Show in New York. Frog is owned by Beth’s daughter, Tricia. not to be outdone by his son, did bring home the title of Select Dog. The Westminster Dog Show has the distinction of being the second longest run­ ning event next to the Kentucky Derby. “It is “very prestigious,” said Beth, “you have to earn your way. The dog has to meet certain criteria. This is a major win.” “I have dreamed of being on that green carpet since I was a little girl,” added Tricia. Full information on earn­ ing a "Champion" title can be found on the AKC web­ site, www.akc.org. S M—LeftJ.? 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Maple Valley Band Boosters Sponsoring TEXAS HOLD’EM TOURNAMENT VFW Post 8260 - Nashville Saturday, March 16th Registration & Cash Games, start at 2:00 pm ^Tournament starts at 4:00 pm - $50 buy in \06806679 License #M80012 (A �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 16,2013 Reva Arline LaJeuness MARSHALL, MI - Reva Arline LaJeunesse, age 85, of Marshall, passed away early this morning on March 9,2013. Reva was bom in Sunfield, on December 29, 1927 to George Leroy and Cora E. (Wells) Swick. Reva worked at the Blue Ribbon Grille and the Foote’s Cafe Restaurant as a waitress. She also worked as an Avon representative, for Stanley Home Products, as well as for Kellogg’s. She enjoyed traveling and sightseeing, especially to the Baldwin Ice Cream Shop! Reva loved keeping stats on the Detroit Tiger’s and has been a huge Tiger’s fan since she was a child when she began listening to them on the radio. Above all she loved spending time with her family and was a wonderful mother! Reva is survived by her daughter, Leona Charlene (Russell Widhalm) Canfield of Ft. Worth, Texas, and grandchildren, John Bough­ ton of Tacoma, Washington, Troy Canfield of Ft Worth, Texas, and Scott Canfield of Monroe; son, Robert (Vickey) Pierce of Union City, and grandchildren Nicholas Pierce of Dallas, Texas and Alison Pierce of Union City; son, Roy (Sheila) Pierce of Marshall, and grandchildren Roy Pierce II of Canton and Tiara Pierce of Marshall; daughter, Sharon (Irving) Smith of Vermontville, and grandchil­ dren William Smith of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, and Suzalyn Nelson of Charlotte; daughter Patricia Ellis of Battle Creek, and grandchil­ dren, Shelby Noakes of Battle Creek and Nanca Risner of Albion; a brother, Homer Winegar of Vermontville; and 12 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Cora Swick; brother, Charles Swick; two sisters, Tina Teakle and Iva Belle Swick; and three husbands, Robert Pierce, Bob Hummell, and Philias LaJeunesse. Graveside services to cele­ brate her life were held at Fort Custer National Cemetery on Tuesday, March 12, 2013 with Pastor Dwight Pierce officiating. Memorials have been requested for the Calhoun County Humane Society. Assistance with memorials is available at the Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home. To sign the online guest book and leave the family a personal message please visit www.kempffuneralhome.com Betty Meade NASHVILLE, MI - Betty Meade, age 88, of Nashville passed away Saturday, March 9, 2013 at her home with her family by her side. Betty was bom in Lansing on June 3,1924, the daughter of the late Paul and Francis (Scott) Hosmer. She was raised in the Nashville area arid attended local schools graduating from Nashville High School in 1943. Betty's High School classmates were very dear to her and over the years the group still met every month to stay in con­ tact. She was the widow of Kenneth Meade. The couple was married in February 1944 and made their home together in the Nashville area where they raised their fami­ ly together. Kenneth passed away in 2006 after 62 years of marriage. Betty loved to spend time outdoors working in her gar­ den. She also enjoyed watch­ ing golf especially Tiger Woods and Michigan State Sports. Betty is survived by her daughters, Vickie (Richard) Hildenbrand and Pamela Beginning March 5th through 30th, MOOville will be having Garage Sales! Tuesday through Saturday 1/2 OFF 9:00 am - 6:00 pm 2pm-6pm Every kSaturdayU 10 NEW VENDORS WEEKLY! 5875 S. M-66, Nashville 2 mi S of Nashville, comer of M-79 & M-66 517-852-9003 www.moo-vilie.com "Our Family Serving Yourx” 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 06799907_________________ Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager (Kenneth) Danner; two sons, Ken (Sharon) Meade II and Michael (Dawn) Meade; brothers, Ronald (Audrey) Hosmer, Robert (Alice) Hosmer; grandchildren, Cristy Danner, Kenneth (Melinda) Danner, Kevin Danner, Kenneth (Tammy) Meade III, Richard (Shawnda) Meade, Tim Brownel, Michael Meade Jr., Darcy Meade, Claude (Sherry) Townsend, Greg (Laurie) Townsend, Jason Townsend; 11 great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; and numerous neices and nephews. She is also survived by her brothers-in-law Bill Meade and Robert Meade. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth and her sister, Ruth Case. Funeral services were held at Daniels Funeral Home on March 13,2013. Pastor Mary Curtis officiated the service. Memorial contributions can be made to the Friends of Putnam Library, VFW Post 8260 Ladies Auxiliary, or the Order ofthe Eastern Star. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.ne t for further details. EAA expansion does not benefit students The following is a guest column by State Rep. Theresa Abed, D-Grand Ledge. A bill that could change the face of public education has been introduced in the House Education Committee. There is reason for alarm. This bill, which is very similar to the one intro­ duced in the last session, would put into state statute the Education Achievement Authority and expand it beyond Detroit public schools. Right now the EAA has 15 public schools and the bill would expand it to 50 any­ where in Michigan. A school that is in the lowest 5 percent of student performance for three years could be taken over by the EAA. My biggest concern about the EAA is that it takes away local control and creates a new government bureaucra­ cy. There is no locally elect­ ed school board for parents to redress problems or have input in their child's school. The EAA board is appointed by the governor instead of being democratically elect­ ed. I visited an EAA high school in Detroit a few weeks ago and left with some significant concerns, one of which was how it dealt with credit retrieval for students who had failed classes. The school charges $75 to students who have to make up a lost credit. It will work with the students who need help paying the fee, but it is concerning that students are required to pay this amount in the first place. An expansion of the EAA is not in the best interest of our students, parents and communities. It is unproven and untested. I welcome comments and questions. Reach me at 517­ 373-0583 or TheresaAbed @ house .mi.gov . Visit my website at www.abed.housedems.com. Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menn and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Mar. 18 Irish beef stew, cauliflower, sliced peaches, bis­ cuit. Tuesday, Mar. 19 Hot dog, seasoned potatoes, green beans, tropical fruit, bun. Wednesday, Mar. 20 Roast beef and gravy, baked potato, broccoli, applesauce, bread. Thursday, Mar. 21 BBQ chicken thigh, au gratin potatoes, spinach, orange, bread. Friday, Mar. 22 Potato crunch pollock, macaroni and cheese, mixed vegetables, coleslaw, banana. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Mar. 18 Chicken pasta salad, carrot raisin salad, applesauce, crackers. Tuesday, Mar. 19 Sliced roast beef with cheddar, coleslaw, prunes, bun. Wednesday, Mar. 20 Cottage cheese, black bean and tomato salad, mandarin oranges, granola bar. Thursday, Mar. 21 Chef salad, macaroni salad, citrus sections, crack­ ers. Friday, Mar. 22 Seafood pasta salad, three bean salad, tropical fruit, crackers. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Mar. 18 Irish beef stew, cauli- flower, applesauce, biscuit, St. Patrick’s Day Treat. Tuesday, Mar. 19 Beans and franks, hot dogs, peas and carrots, apple crisp, cookie. Wednesday, Mar. 20 Roast beef, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, broccoli, bread pudding, fruit punch. Thursday, Mar. 21 BBQ chicken thigh, au gratin potatoes, spinach, orange, granola bar. Friday, Mar. 22 Potato crunch pollock, macaroni and cheese, mixed vegetables, coleslaw, banana. Activities Calendar Monday, Mar. 18 Hastings: Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; TV Strings; Painting with Bob 1 p.m. H,W,N: Reminiscence. Tuesday, Mar. 19 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, Mar. 20 Hastings: Card Making 9 a.m.; Music with Sam; Nails; Diabetic Foot Clinic 10-2; Euchre 12:30; Sewing Class 6-8 p.m. Delton: TV Strings; Kinship Support 10:30 a.m.; Reminiscence. Woodland: Blood Pressure Checks 11:30. Thursday, Mar. 21 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 a.m.; BP & Sugar Checks 11:30; Caregiver Support 3:30 p.m. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, Mar. 22 - Hastings: Writing Class 10 a.m.; Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad 10 a.m. Woodland: Visiting; Sing-a­ long. * WEEKEND 4 Thursday, Friday and Saturday March 21st, 22nd & 23rd ■gL JJ Available in 6 packs & Growlers To-Go IGOTSummer Wheat - Release EnTEnminmenT Thurs. - 7-10pm—Maiden Voyage Fri. - 9-lam—DJ Yon Bncher “Party In A Box” Sat - 9-lam—“Diesel Fueled Accoustic Jams by Jason Eller OllM g A—OPENEVERYDAY—- / VV WPIIB:-V 105 E. State St., Downtown Hastings 269-945-4L400 www.walldorffbrewpub.com �Just Say “As Advertisedin the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 16,2013 — Page 5 Students raising money for cancer research The Maple Valley Junior or Senior High School is teaming up with Jimmy V “Show Your Spirit Day” for the eighth year in a row, said teacher Jassen Dowling. Friday, March 22, the school will celebrate March Madness, joining the V Foundation’s annual Show Your Spirit campaign, which raises funding and awareness for cancer research, said Dowling. Maple Valley students can make a minimum donation of $5 to the V Foundation or and obtain a “Hope” T-shirt with a $10 donation. Students are to wear a favorite team apparel or “Hope” T-shirt to school Friday. Students may donate dur­ ing lunch periods Monday through Thursday, March 18 to 21, near the cafeteria. All participants will receive a wristband that says “MV for Jimmy V” to wear as visible support for cancer research. 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Box 95 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special." For Information call 1-269-731-5194. ASSEMBLY OF GODCHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School 10a.,i.,im. Sunday: A.M. Worship .11 a.m. Evening Worship ... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting ........................ 7 p.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 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 Wednesday Family Night Service .......... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. , Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) 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 “In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the Very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness.' 517-852-9100 501 N. Main (M-66) • Nashville, Ml Philippians 2:5-7 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, - Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org A Nashville Destination! SIMPLY THE BEST! NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School ................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service.................................... 11 a P.M. Service 6 Wed. Service 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH . 517-726-0526 . Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. . Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship............................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Wed. 5:30 p.m.................. family Supper 6:00-7:15.......................... Pioneer Club Sunday School............................... 10 Sun: 9:00 Sunday S Aoo.Ml. Service 11:15 10: 00 Church S vPic.Me. Service 6 11: 00 • .Fellowship PASTOR GEORGE GAY Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ............11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. W.orship 11:15 a.m. .PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER . 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................... 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 203 N. State, Nashville 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800033 �Page 6 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, March 16,2013 Local woman honored at Eaton County 4-H ceremony Ramey, co-leader of the Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4­ H Club, . was named Outstanding Leader for 2012 by the Eaton County 4-H Council at a ceremony held recently in Charlotte. “1 enjoy doing what I do,” said Ramey. “I take a lot of pride in 4-H and our club. I am sure that I don't make everyone happy all the time, but I am always trying to make things fair and hear both sides.” “This leader is always knowledgeable and willing to help, other leaders, mem­ bers, or parents,” said Christine Sisung program coordinator in a press release. “She has been a key volunteer in ensuring the success of the Junior Livestock Sale. She takes on Cassandra Ramey is presented Outstanding Leader the task of being the go-to person for the front counter for 2012 at a recent ceremony to honor 4-H contributions on sale day and training all by members and leaders. Ramey is co-leader of the of the counter help ... Cass Vermontville Jr. Farmers. goes above and beyond to .A.R.f i,?, From General Maintenance to erformance and Off-Road Parts InStoclu 517-726-1501 4 131S. Main St., Vermonville 1 (In the old Hardware Building) Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:30; Sat. 8:30-1:30 DANCE STUDIO Phyllis Simpson and Judy Locke (from right) are recognized by Eaton County 4-H make sure the 4-Her’s, lead­ for 40 years of service to the program. ers, and parents in the Vermontville Jr. Farmer “These two women have Pease. Cindy Brummette, a greater community based on Club are successful but also put a tremendous amount of leader in the Golddiggers 4­ the program’s involvement shares her talents to make time and talents into the pro­ H Club and Ramey of in the Eaton County Fair. sure the livestock sale can be gram and have touched the Vermontville Jr. Farmers, Opportunities in 4-H, how­ successful. Congratulations lives countless youth in. were named the Outstanding ever, continue year round to Cass on a job well done.” Leaders for 2012. Julie and are centered on fun Eaton County,” said Sisung. Leaders with one, five, 10, Accomplishments in proj­ Childs from Bam Busters 4­ activities that foster leader­ 15,20,25, and 40 years were Club and Dalton ship development in the ect areas were also awarded. H also recognized. Humphrey from the Royston youth of the greater commu­ 4-Her’s who are 9 to 11 Two leaders with 40 years years old are eligible for Rockets & Ranchers 4-H nity, said Sisung. were recognized, Judy Locke For any questions about young achiever awards and Club received the I Dare You and Phyllis Simpson. the 4rH program, contact those, 12 to 19 years old can Leadership Awards. at the MSU 4-H is a youth develop­ Sisung win a county medal or hon­ ment organization for youth Extension Office, 517-543­ orable mention. The 2012 Friends of 4-H aged 5 to 19. The general 2310. Awards were given to public may be aware of the Shannon Hoover and Anne presence of 4-H in the MV grad joins alternative spring break program at Olivet College Spaghetti 207 N. Main St. N51a7-s8h52v-9i9l1l0e Check us out on the web at www.stepntimedancestudio.cdm Step ri Time Company Dancers 'Benefit Saturday, March 23rd at the MAIN STREET 'BANQUETS (The fievue) ’ For a $10 donation come enjoy Spaghetti, Bread Sticks, [ Salad and a Drink provided by Good Time Pizza. Dessert ] Silent Auction Entertainment: • Dancing with the Local Stars Competition — Local stars - Ryan "Rosin & Robb Rosin from MV Envy Salon Stylists, Twice as Nice, Lori McNeil from MV Pharmacy, Phares Courtney of Courfcide, Kristi Lincoln from Peas in the Pod, and more!!! You don’t want to miss this!!! There are three seatings... 4:00,5:30 & 7:00 p.m. Seating is limited for every dining time, please call - 517-852-9910; email or FB us for reservations today!! Don’t miss your chance for an evening ofgreat food and great entertainment!! 06807355 Casey Eldridge, a 2012 Maple Valley graduate and now a freshman at Olivet College, took part in an alternative spring break in service to others. For the 14th consecutive year, Olivet College students spent spring break serving others at Heifer International Ranch in Perryville, Ark. Heifer International is a world hunger relief agency that believes in long-term, sustainable solutions to poverty and hunger. The organization teaches families how to raise farm animals and ultimately gives them a pair to keep, with the only stipulation being that they pass along the firstborn female animal to another needy member of the community, said Mike Fales, director of service learning and campus ministries at Olivet College. Students left Olivet Saturday, March 9, and were to return Saturday, March 16. Half of- the day was spent in service to the ranch, doing farm chores and light construction. The other half of each day was spent in team-building exercises and education about world hunger and Heifer’s unique solution to ending the problem. Students also spent one day and night at the ranch’s Global Village, where they shared a small meal and slept on the floor of a home that simulates living conditions in the developing world. .Fales organized the trip, led by Ian Peters, community service coordinator. Eldridge was joined by the following students: Chantell Ash, a sophomore from Marshall; Kaitlyn Blanchard, a senior, from Olivet; . Jaime Cain, a freshman from Grant; Sierra a Clark, senior from Traverse City; Beth Conrad, ajunior from Ionia; Michelle Cooper, a senior from Battle Creek; Sarah Crittenden, a freshman from Metamora; Lauren Crownover, a sophomore from Saline; Samantha Daily, a junior from Marshall; Patricia Groh, a senior from Lansing; Carrie Jacob, a junior from Albion; Joshua Mauk, a junior from Battle Creek; and Mindi Winnie, a senior from Marshall. For more information about alternative spring break trips or any of the college’s service projects, call Fales, 269-749-7624 or 517-231-6818. II Hansbarger\ Heating 6 Hir Conditioning Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and flir Conditioners Full Line of Indoor flit Quality Products FREE Estimates Licensed 6 Insured __ ruuo Uermontuille • Cole Hansbarger, Owner 5 1 7-4_9_0_-1287 1 06806135 BLi Facebook �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 16,2013 — Page 7 VERMONTVILLE W ELECTRONICS RECYCLING SATURDAY, MARCH 23,2013 FROM SAM ■ 1PM This is a completely FREE event! Donations are accepted, but not expected! Located at the Vermontville Village Garage 134 Westside Drive Vermontville, Ml 49096 Have Questions? Please contact the Eaton County Resource Recovery Department at (517) 543-3686 or E-Mail recycle@eatoncounty.org ELECTRONICS: CPU’s, Computer Accessories, Printers, Fax Machines, Scanners, TVs, Cell Phones, Answering Machines, Laptops, CD Players, Camcorders, VCRs, Copiers, Kitchen Appliances*j Remote Controlled Items, Fans, Blenders, Hair Dryers & Curling Irons, or Anything with a Cord*! ltems containing freon (dehumidifiers, freezers, air conditions, etc.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED For updated event information, visit www.eatoncounty.org/recycling ■ 1 vermontvilleJ �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 16,2013 Memories of the Past Four-legged horsepower took kids to school long ago This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News March 15, 1983. Acquiring a high school education before the days of Nashville’s school consoli­ dation posed a real challenge to rural students. They faced two almost immediate hurdles: first to prove that they were aca­ demically qualified to enter the town school system and then to find means of daily transportation between farm home and village-school — often a distance of five miles or more. To show that they were as skilled in basics of education as their town peers, rural eighth graders were com­ pelled to pass a countyadministered test if they wished to enter' ninth grade in the town school. Many country youngsters, having completed eighth grade in rural school, opted to conclude their education at that point. Finances often played as big a role in this decision as did academic ability or perseverance. Many rural students in the Nashville area took the coun­ ty test in a two-day session at Hastings, often riding the. train to the county seat for the event. With that step successful­ ly completed, the country For four years Myrtle Marshall made a daily 14-mile round trip to Nashville to earn her high school diploma in 1917. During that time she wore out both a buggy and a cutter and finally resorted to riding horse back to attend classes. kids began to plan ways of getting to Nashville to attend classes. For some, it meant boarding with relatives or family friends in the village. Others accepted the daily challenge of covering the miles in all kinds of weather Vermontville Township Board BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING The Vermontville Township Board will hold a Public Hearing on the proposed township budget for fiscal year 2013-2014 at the Vermontville Township Opera House on Thursday, March 28,2013 at 6:00 p.m. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection on March 20,2013 at the Vermontville Township Library. The Vermontville Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disdis­ abilities at the meeting upon reasonable notice to the Vermontville Township Board. Note: Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Vermontville Township Board by calling 517-726-0355 06807351 on foot, by bicycle, with horse and buggy or cutter (sled), and in later years, by auto. Some of those who made the trek in various ways to acquire a high school diplo­ ma in Nashville reminisced about those experiences for us, and we are pleased to present their recollections here. Myrtle (Marshall) Brown Donovan of Mesa, Ariz., daughter of Rev. and Mrs. John J. Marshall and a 1917 graduate of NHS, remembers those early school years. “I started in the McKelvey (rural) School, two miles south and three miles west of Nashville, at age 5, walking two miles. Father moved around to different appoint­ ments in the ministry during my seventh and eighth grades,, then [I went] to Nearly every rural student who commuted to classes at Nashville High School via Nashville High. “I drove back -and forth “horse power” knew Jim and Flora “Ma” Taylor. The students stabled their horses at those four years, seven miles Taylor’s livery barn on South Main Street, where “Ma” dished out a generous helping [each way] in a horse and of love and concern to all youngsters of the community. The story of her life was told buggy, summers; and a cut­ in a Memories of the Past । iblished Feb. 14, 1979. ter in winter, until the cutter few spokes gave out, then it I got home okay. She said, into a mess ofthistles. Those fell ‘apart. Then I drove the would go ‘kaplunk.’ ‘Not many girls would do were the good old days? buggy until it also fell apart. “[Once] I had to stop to that to go to school.’ “Going home nights we The last time I drove it the get some honey en route “I finished up high school usually raced with others rim came off one wheel and home. I braced myself and riding horseback. Very few who went our way. Some of half ofthe spokes were gone. hung On to the honey in a autos then and my horse those were HarveyIt would slide along until the glass jar. The lady called my would act up every time we Cheeseman, Joel Balch and spoke hit a rut and then it mother and told her I was met one. One time, he shied would tap, tap along until the coming and to let her know if and I fell off, down a bank Continued next page �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday; March 16,2013 — Page 9 Continued from previous pag Georgie Marshall. “One night Harvey was taking home groceries which happened to be kerosene and flour. They used to put a potato over the spout of kerosene cans but this one had come off, and it spouted (fuel) all over the flour. “Peggy Gearhart also rode horseback, and we met at the three bridges, three miles south of town. She came from Kalamo way and I from the west. One day she came in on a two-wheel cart and we were driving down Main Street and unbeknown to us someone took our picture. We met Dot Brown later and she said, ‘I hear you are try­ ing to rival Mary Pickford’ and explained that our pic­ ture was shown in the movies.” Kenneth A. Meade of Franklin graduated from NHS in 1921. The son of Arthur and Jessie (Robinson) Meade, he grew up in the Castleton district northwest of town on the homestead which has been in the family since 1838 when the land was purchased by his great­ grandfather Thomas Blaisdell. Meade remembers the challenge of traveling from the farm to attend school in town. “In the years I attended Nashville High School starting in September 1916 and ending in June 1921, I used three modes of travel. There were a few months in which I rode a bicycle over the 10­ mile round trip from the farm on Eaton Road to school arid back. As I remember, I had a lot oftrouble with chains that broke on the bike, so I walked and pushed the bike more than I rode it. Then too, I had little protection from showers that came up while en route. “During the last year, I drove my dad’s Model T Ford some of the time because that year my sister Mabel was also attending high school. “Most of the time during my high school years I com­ muted via horse and buggy. Most of the time the horse, Daisy, was lodged at Ma Taylor’s livery stable where I went at noon to give her [Daisy] oats and water. Sometimes I ate my own lunch there before going back to school. Sometimes Daisy was lodged at Parker’s livery bam on North Main Street. “Old Daisy was a wonderful horse, and many people knew her. In my latter years PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. A6C7T9r9n9 0 nc5n 9 EQUAL HOUSNO opportunity of high school when I had dates and came home late in the evening, I could tie the reins to some part of the buggy, fall asleep and Daisy would make her way to the farm. When she arrived at the door of the horse bam, she would kick the door. I would wake up and put her in her stall. We never had an acci­ dent. “Many other boys and girls who came into Nashville from the country to attend school also commuted by horse and buggy, and I believe a few boys rode horseback. So different from today with bus transportation from door to door. “Another interesting thing about attending high school back in the teen years — each ofus from the rural dis­ tricts had to pay tuition each semester to attend high school. I believe the amount was $10 each semester. The rest was paid by the local country school district, I believe. We bought our own books, too. Many Were passed down from one member in a family to the next. “Most of my memories of those days are happy ones.” Wayne Fuller now of Toledo, Ohio, graduated from NHS in 1926. The son ofMr. and Mrs. Frank Fuller, he lived in the Quiltrap School district of Maple Grove Township, south of Nashville. He writes: “When I went to high school [in Nashville] my transportation was horse and buggy. In the winter; I used a cutter. A good many times I would walk some of the time behind the cutter to keep warm. “There was no hot lunch program at noon for me. I carried my food in a lunch bucket. Once in a while my Grandmother Fuller would have me over for noon lunch. She would serve codfish gravy and boiled potatoes. I thought that was the most delicious thing going. They lived on Sherman Street and there was a bam on the lot where I kept my horse. “I got my ‘Three Rs’ in the one-room Quailtrap School and I got them well... I think my early schooling and effort needed to get it, was far ahead of today’s system. We have far too much socialism in things now. People in this age believe the government owes them a living. “Many kids coming out of our high schools cannot even fill out an employment application. Kids who started out when I did became rugged individuals and they were motivated to get ahead.” Correction: There was an error in the cutline for the photo of Maple Valley senior Garrett Miller with the Maple Valley varsity boys’ basketball team’s story on page 10 in last week’s Maple Valley News. Miller was hugging assistant coach Steve Miller, his father, not assistant coach Andy Roush. Putnam Library seeks community input As part of Putnam District Library's 90th anniversary celebration, the library invites the community to participate in its current community survey. "The library's last commu­ nity survey was three years ago and the library board plans to seek input on our services and programs in a three year cycle," said Shauna Swantek, library director. The survey seeks input from library users and non­ users alike and is open to all ages. Available online at www.surveymonkey.com/si putnam2013, the survey is also available in paper form at a variety of locations. "Three of our community partners are again willing participants in helping us collect this valuable data," said Swantek. "Mooville, Maple Valley Pharmacy, and Good Time Pizza all have paper survey kiosks avail­ able." The survey can also be taken at the library using public access computers or in paper form. The last com­ munity survey helped pro­ vide a work plan for the board and staff. Swantek noted the plan­ ning guidance that survey provided. “As a result of the survey, we increased park- Seventh graders treated to pizza lunch Keeley Robinson (from left), Moria Leatherman, Karlee Wells, Ashley Cassaday, Alexis Perez, Alivia Bastien and Chloe Ayers enjoy a pizza lunch furnished by seventh grade teacher Tonja Myers Wednesday, March 13. Myers treated nearly 40 students to pizza and pop, an award promised to students who showed profi­ ciency in the MEAP reading and writing test. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Mar. 19 Mar. 19 Mar. 21 Mar. 25 Mar. 30 Apr. 1 Apr. 1 Apr. 3 Apr. 4 Apr. 6 Apr. 6 Apr. 8 Apr. 8 Apr. 8 Apr. 11 Apr. 13 Shooting Sports General Meeting. How to Show Your Cat, 6:30 p.m., Hastings Public Library. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Rabbit Mandatory Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Swine Tagging, 1-4 p.m., Barry County Fairgrounds. Dog & Borrowed Dog pre-registrations due. Rabbit/Cavy pre-registrations due. Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Swine Tagging, 9-11 a.m., Delton-Osborne Farm. Swine Tagging, 1-3 p.m., Nashville-across from Mooville. Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Bany Community Enrichment Center. Goat Educational Meeting (open to all), 6:30 p.m., Pro Auto in Hastings. Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Pro Auto in Hastings, Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Swine Tagging, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Barry County Fairgrounds. ing, improved our Internet speed, made our library cata­ log available online 24/7 and, via a mobile app, started ebook lending,” noted Swantek.. “We also used grant opportunities to improve our book display space and to improve tech­ nology." Limited space within the library's historical building also showed as an area for opportunity on the last sur­ vey. The library board antic­ ipates continuing to discuss its space issues following this survey. Putnam District Library LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400; MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert L. Spencer, JR and Michele L. Spencer, husband and wife., to Great Lakes Mortgage and Investment, Mortgagee, dated September 13, 2007 and record­ ed September 21, 2007 in Instrument Number 20070921­ 000224'4, and , Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mort­ gage is now held by PNC Bank, N.A. successor by merger to National City Bank by assign­ ment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fourteen Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety-One and ' 31/100 Dollars ($114,791.31) including interest at 5% per : annum. j Under the power of sale Con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan in Barry' County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on MARCH 28, 2013. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 8 rods East of the center of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 8 West at the Southeast comer of land owned by John Roush, formerly owned by Milo Bunn running thence North 20 rods; thence East 16 rods, more or less: Thence South 20 rods: Thence West 16 rods, more or less 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 §600.3241 a, 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 If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ erty, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 23, 2013 Orlans Associates, PC. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 12-513777 (02-23)(03-16) 06805754 serves Assyria, Castleton, and Maple Grove Townships. The library is online at www.putnamlib.org and on Facebook. Service hours at the library are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday 3 to 8 p.m., and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. LEGAL NOTICE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by RICK FEIRICK and NANCY FEIRICK, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Mortgagee, dated July 16, 2005, and recorded on August 26, 2005, in Document No. 1151709, and assigned by said mortgagee to Federal National Mortgage Association, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Eight Thousand Six Hundred SixtyOne Dollars and Sixty-Six Cents ($148,661.66), including interest at 3.380% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mort­ gage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or. some part of them, at .public venue, At the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 01:00 PM o'clock, on April 18, 2013 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: SITUATED AND BEING IN THE TOWNSHIP OF THORNAPPLE IN BARRY COUNTY, AND STATE OF MICHIGAN, AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: PAR­ CEL 1: THE SOUTH 225 FEET OF THE WEST 300 FEET OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIP­ TION; BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF SEC­ TION 34, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, 598 FEET SOUTH OF THE WEST 1 / 4 POST, THENCE EAST 476 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 714.80 FEET, THENCE WEST 476 FEET, THENCE NORTH 714.80 FEET TO BEGINNING. PARCEL 2: THE SOUTH 225 FEET OF THE EAST 49 FEET OF THE WEST 349 FEET OF THE FOL­ LOWING: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF SECTION 34, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, THORNAP­ PLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, 598 FEET SOUTH OF THE WEST 1 / 4 CORNER; THENCE EAST 476 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 714.8 FEET; THENCE WEST 476 FEET; THENCE NORTH 714.8 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless deter­ mined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241 a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. If the above referenced property is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 600 of the Michigan Compiled Laws, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damag­ ing the property during the redemption period. Federal National Mortgage Association Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 LBPS.002567 FNMA (03-16)(04­ 06) 06807245 �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 16,2013 Vermontville 100 years of history 1850s and 1860s began to be detail from 1859 to 1870, is a active in village life. The veritable local history of strict New England ideas on those critical, stirring years, by Juliette L. Gehman which they based their train­ covering as it does records of and Jennie E. Martin ing developed them into fine a widely varied character. Personal incidents such as By this time, Vermontville personalities that exempli­ those previously given were fied high ideals and worthy had become a trading point numerous, but space forbids aims ofactivity and, in coop­ for a large territory, so gen­ recounting many that would eration with the older resi­ eral business was good. prove interesting. dents, resulted in an atmos­ Roads were improved, a By the year 1840, all the phere of culture that lasted local post office gave closer colonists had taken up resi­ for many years and was fre­ communication with the out­ dence in their new homes, a quently recognized by pass­ side world, and population school had been started and ing visitors or transient resi­ showed a large increase. church organized. Vermontville has always dents. As the years passed, fami­ Olivet College was found­ been known as a musical lies cleared their land and ed in 1844 and its courses of town and a genuine love of began to have such comforts higher study attracted music based the early as were possible in a pioneer Vermontville students along singing schools kept a large country. Other settlers with those from other places, choir rehearsing under the moved in as a result of the and its special events, con­ direction of Dr. Almon enlarging church, school and certs, commencements were Thompson, a successful social life, unusual in other often attended, although the physician of the community localities. round trip of 36 miles was and a fine tenor singer. He The Academy, opened in accomplished often with dif­ organized a band with such a 1843, added prestige to ficulty. favorable reputation that it Vermontville, for recogni­ The year 1852 witnessed was engaged one year, for tion of its worth as an educa­ the publication of Uncle the sum of $30, to furnish the tional center was not strictly Tom’s Cabin, the volume music for a joint Fourth of local but attracted earnest that stirred the whole country July celebration held near students from a wide area. and exerted a supreme influ­ Lyons and Muir. The jour­ Among those enrolled ence on the trend of national ney, made by horses and were many who, in later events, leading eventually to lumber wagon, took three years, won recognition for the Civil War and freeing of days: July 3 to go, July 4 to themselves in various lines the slaves. help in the celebration and of activity and carried the A copy of the book was July 5, to return. This is a name of Vermontville far given to the wife of Dr. considerable contrast to pres­ beyond its borders. Robert Kedzie a short time ent-day travel by automobile We might name a few of after its publication, by an when one can drive to Lyons these: Mr. Frank Davis, a Oberlin College friend, and civil engineer, who was con­ after its perusal by the fami­ nected with the railroad con­ ly, was started on a loan trip struction that opened the that lasted more than two great Northwest and also years. Its poignant, heart­ breaking pages won men to the anti-slavery movement everywhere, and it has been called the gospel of that disby Shari Carney pension. StaffWriter The diary of Henry J. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High Martin, kept in extreme School has been invited to participate in the Jacquelyn Barham Challenge. Barham OFFERING COMPLETE who died of cancer in 2000, WATER & WELL was the mother of T.J. DRILLING & PUMP Duckett. 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Edward W. Barber who filled many political offices in the county and state, later serving as reading clerk of the national House of Representatives, 1864, supervisor of Internal Revenue for Michigan and Wisconsin, and in 1873, third assistant postmaster general. In later life, he became editor ofthe Jackson Patriot and a writer of note. Edward Church was head of the School for the Blind at Lansing for a term of years. Dr. Joseph B. Griswold, for years a prominent physician of Grand Rapids, who was elected to a number of offices in connection with medical organizations and an active worker in the Loyal Legion and Grand Army of the Republic. Frank Kedzie was another who, with his father, was associated with Michigan State College at Lansing for many years, and at a recent date was its presi­ dent for a time. Judge Clement Smith, for many years circuit judge for Eaton and Barry counties, was also an early student. There were others equally prominent. The Academy also attracted fine young people of education and ideals into its teaching facul­ ty and until the late 1860s when the Union School was built and opened, its influ­ ence was wide and potent. , With the passing of years, the young children of the colonists came to maturity and a social group in the late 1836 to 1936 and back in two hours on a Sunday afternoon. Little groups of young music lovers met often in the evening for a sing; and to judge by an oft-repeated statement in the diary, there was but one portable musical instrument of any size in the village — a melodeon kept in the home of Willard Davis. This officiated at funerals, church services and exercises. “Went to Davis’ for the melodeon,” “Took the meoldeon home to Davises” are frequent diary entries. It may be of interest to state that this instrument, so long in later years doing duty in the chapel was, at last, sent to Dakota for the use of a lit­ tle group who moved there in the 1880s and was destroyed in a fire that took the home where it was stored. In 1870, the Grand River Valley Railroad from Jackson to Grand Rapids was built through Vermontville and opened for traffic. This was a milestone in our local history, and may perhaps be called the beginning of a more modem chronicle. The previous 34 years had seen a gradual transformation ofthe village. Scarcely a log cabin was left. They had been suc­ ceeded by substantial struc­ tures of frame or brick, many of them housing contents that combined usefulness with beauty or even ele­ gance. In this day with its rage for antiques, what a store of treasures would be discovered, if those homes were intact. Alas, when things wore out they were thrown on the rubbish pile or split up for kindling; consid­ ered as valueless. However, even in the 1870s, earlier ideas as to Sabbath observance still held sway, and it is within the writer’s recollection that except for church services, a complete silence covered the place. “A walk on Sunday” in town was not thought of. Seclusion and Sabbath read­ ing were the rule. My father, H.J. Martin, had a great love for nature, especially the deep woods, and in his diary he occasion­ ally speaks of wandering by himself as a young man through the forest on a Sunday afternoon. He was however, so sensitive to pub­ lic opinion that he felt he “might be committing a sin.” Times have changed and we have changed with them. Maple Valley squares off with area schools in a fundraising challenge Readers hope to have Principal Waffle kiss a pig SEPTIC SERVICE Goodman FROST HEATING 8 COOLING Seventh graders, Liam Boldrey and Hannah McGIocklin lead the power lunch group facilitated by teacher Tonja Myers at Maple Valley Jr. High. Students are raising money to provide free photo sessions to those battling life threatening illnesses. Students are awarded points for dollars raised, agreeing to having hair cut at a cutting event, and signing up adults, teachers or admin­ istrators for hair cuts. Signed commitment sheets and money earned are to be sumitted by Monday, April 24. The Oldham Project is a 501(c) (3) based in East Lansing that provides lasting photo memories free of charge for families suffering from a life threatening ill­ ness. For more information on The Oldham Project, the Jacquelyn Barham Challenge or New World Flood contact Myers, 517-852-9275 ext. 25. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 16,2013 — Page 11 Maple Valley club sending Valley IS to MYWA finals FFA labor auction is Thursday lSSb\' Sb\' ss sssS !h h *iSj iSj *»k J Ss tt2s #t'h x Ck x JHSl >lSiCS> XjSi’iS R <k» %1111 rHiHi •J: •,** *J*: MjlT MjlTS * ra *Wu ’'* **** Rushford to run at Cornerstone Maple Valley senior Jessica Rushford has signed with Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids. Rushford was offered a scholarship presented by women’s track and field coach PaulKoutz who said, “We are very excited to have Jessica. She will do good things to bolster our middle distance and cross country teams. She has a good future at Cornerstone.” Here, friends, family and Maple Valley staff surround Rushford Thursday, March 14, at the signing, including (front, from left) Dawn Yager, guidance counselor; Koutz; parents Mark and Lisa Rushford; Rushford; Rob Rosin, cross country coach; Robert Brown, girls track; (back) Lynzie Trumble, Alexis LaMance, Hannah Hilton, Abby Richards, Joshua Sanchez, Anthony Mahler, Elizabeth and Linsy Rushford, (sisters), Ben Benedict; Lorraine Benedict, guidance counselor; and Michael Chapman, college advisor. ij®,j, , •Rj> Si*-. Pathways Academy to move into the Jr./Sr. high school Maplewood will remain closed — for now by Shari Carney Staff Writer The Maple Valley School Board at its regular meeting Monday, March 11 heard a recommendation ofthe phys­ ical facilities committee by Superintendent Ronna Steel to move Pathways Academy from the administration office to the north-east wing of the Jr./Sr. high school. The wing will allow for sep­ aration from the rest of the school, as fire doors are already in place, and the wing has restroom facilities. The academy has a current enrollment of 96 students in grades sixth to 12 and 30 plus adults. In another matter, the committee discussed whether to close Fuller Street School and re-open Maplewood due to anticipat­ ed declining enrollment. The recommendation of the com­ mittee for financial reasons, is to leave Maplewood closed, and to make neces­ sary changes to Fuller to allow for the new realigned schedule. Anticipated costs to reopen Maplewood are Go bananas with Curious George The beloved monkey from Margret and H.A. Rey’s storybook comes to life at Putnam District Library in Nashville on Friday, March 22 when a special storytime with Curious George will be held from 11 a.m. to noon. Preschoolers won’t want to miss this chance to meet the character from the books and the popular PBS chil­ dren’s show, said Emily Mater, children’s director in a press release. 8 each night in the sheriff’s All families in attendance, office training room, 1025 who register at the event, will Independence Blvd., receive a free book, early litCharlotte. eracy tips, and a chance to Call Jerri Nesbitt at 517- win a door prize. 543-5257 to register. This event is sponsored in part by Eaton County Great Start and the Lansing Area Early Literacy Coalition, in cooperation with Putnam District Library. Maple Valley High School ■Leadership teens will volun­ teer at the event, which is free and open to the public. Stories and songs will be presented and then children will have a chance to meet Curious George and have photos taken with him. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to bring cameras. For more details, contact the library, 517-852-9723, or look up the event on Putnam District Library’s Facebook page. Free ORV safety class offered in Charlotte A free over-the-road vehi­ cle safety class will be offered by the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department Monday and Tuesday, April 15 and 16. The class will be from 6 to $60,000-$65,000, according to Steel. Maple Valley FFA alumni will hold its eighth annual member auction Thursday, March 21, at 7 p.m. in the Maple Valley High School auditorium. Henry Detweiler will serve as auctioneer. All proceeds will go to a fund to sponsor conventions, programs and leadership training for Maple Valley FFA members. Labor by FFA members will be up for auction. Spring cleaning, baby-sitting and general farm work are some of the suggested uses for a member’s service. “This is a great way to show support for the Maple Valley FFA and also get some extra work done around your home that you either have not had time to do or have put off,” said Maple Valley FFA Advisor Aaron Saari, who added, “All work is guaranteed.” Members may be pur­ chased for up to eight hours worth of labor. The request for this labor, must be by Tuesday, Oct. 1. FFA members willingly sign up beforehand and are auctioned to help either a business, resident or even a family member with any help they might need. _ “Anyone is allowed to attend or take a bid. The chapter and the alumni would appreciate your time and par­ ticipation,” said Saari. For more information, call Saari, 517-852-9971, ext. 54. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News classified ads The Maple Valley Youth Wrestling Club had. 15 wrestlers qualify for MYWA State Championship at the MYWA Central Regional tournament Mason Saturday. Hogan McCleary, Jesse Brumm, Chandler Murton and Holden Creller placed first. Landen Bartley, Matthew Slaght, Gavin Bartley, Anthony Riley, Franklin Ulrich and Ray Halliwill were the runners-up in their divisions. Blake Paige, Gaige Ertman, and Zack Rossinberger placed third while Bryce Bignail and Mike Riley were fourth. For Sale Card ofThanks RUSTIC WHITE CEDAR Queen Size Bedroom Set. Quality and Locally Made 1Full LoggerBed 1- Queens 6 Drawer Dress 1- 4 Drawer Chest 2- 1 Drawer Shelf Night­ stands. $1,450 for all + tax. Dave Yonker Crooked Creek Woodworking (269)948-7921 wwrwki.ncrookmedcreekwood. Garage Sale MOO-VILLE WILL BE HAVING GARAGE SALES! Beginning Beginning March March SALES! 5th through 30th. Tuesday through Saturday 9am-6pm. 10 new vendors weekly! 1/2 off 2pm-6pm every Saturday. 5875 S. M-66 Nashville. (517)852-9003 . Community Notices 4TH ANNUAL DESERT & GOODIE AUCTION: March 24th, 2013 Sunday at 3pm at the Vermontville United Methodist ‘ Church. Donations tto help send campers to Christian camp. NEED BUSINESS CARDS, brochures - ot envelopes,, b more? Call J-Ad Graphics‘Qt (269)945-9554. THE FAMILY OF Bemita Gardner We would like to express our gratitude to all who helped us through our time of loss with prayers, cards, flowers, plants, food and contributions to the Vermontville First Congre­ gational Church. Tharik you to Reverend Israel Young for the heart warming service, and to Ruthie Willis for her beauti­ ful music. To all who attended her service, and to the caring people of the church for the beautiful lun­ cheon, we cannot express our thankfulness enough. A special thank you to the doctors, nurses, and staff at the Hayes Green Beach Hospital and Health and Wellness Center in Charlotte for the wonderful care you gave her, and your kindness to our family will always be remembered. 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The State FFA degree is the highest degree bestowed by the Michigan FFA Association. Hamilton and Scott also received state proficiency awards. State proficiency awards are given to members who have demonstrated exemplary skills in super­ vised agricultural experience prbjects. Scott received a bronze rating in diversified horticulture. Hamilton earned two silver awards, one in agricultural sales and one in diversified livestock production. Official delegates for the state convention were Marcum Terpening and Glycerine Baumann. The pair were elected by Maple Valley FFA members. As delegates Terpening and Baumann visited the State Capitol and voted on State FFA issues and in the elec­ tion ofthe 2013-14 state offi­ cers. The convention consisted of seven sessions. A high­ light Thursday evening was motivational speaker Russ Peak who encouraged mem­ bers to expand their minds and take advantage of oppor­ tunities that come before them. “I am extremely proud of the representation at the annual State FFA Convention,’* ssaid Aaron •Saari, Maple Valley FFA advisor. “This year our members once again made an impact on the Michigan FFA Association. I am proud of all state award winners as well as Jadelyn for doing well in her first year of com­ peting in a speaking con­ test.” Also attending the 2013 State convention were Blake Jadelyn Stewart receives a trophy for extemporaneous public speaking from State Officer Levi Voorhies during the state competition at MSU. Maple Valley FFA member Zach Pixley receives an outstanding junior award. 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Band Bust will be Friday; March 22 and Saturday, March 23 at 7 p.m. Admission is $5 per person. Band Bust will be held in the Maple Valley high school's auditorium. 219 S. State in Nashville 517-852-0882 ig£A www.hometownlumber.com Mon. thru Sat 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-03-23.pdf f16ac9661c63665d16d8d2fb3b7747ed PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY news HASTINGS PUBLIC LIB RAW 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. 141-No. 12, March 23, 2013 A local paper oftoday! Community building in Putnam Park to be removed Band Stand remains for now by Shari Carney Staff Writer The Waterworks building, also known as the communi­ ty building at Putnam Park, will be demolished due to black mold. At the regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council On Thursday March 14, with Darren Fisher'and Johnny Hartwell absent, council unanimously approved a recommendation from the parks committee to seek bids on the Waterworks building demolition., Council authorized the committee to seek bids for repair to the bandstand at the park. In other meeting business, the council heard from Barry County Circuit Court Judge Amy McDowell who provid­ ed a court update and who also discussed the swift and sure program (see related story detailing the program). Department of Public. Works Director Scott Decker in a written report said sever­ al non-working water meters have been repaired or replaced. The telemetry at The 1891 Waterworks building is slated for demolition due to the presence of black mold. The decision to seek bids for removal of the landmark was made at the Thursday, March 14 meeting of the Nashville Village Council. (File photo) The 1891 Waterworks building is slated for demolition due to the presence of black mold. The decision to seek bids for removal of the landmark was made at the Thursday, March 14 meeting of the Nashville Village Council. (File photo) the water plants has been installed and is operational. If an alarm goes offtext mes­ sages to that effect will be sent to the DPW staff. Decker told council a con­ versation needs to happen in the near future on replace­ ment ofthe 2001 GMC pick­ up. In a written report to coun­ cil, Police ChiefJerry Schray reported that 13 citations and 18 violations were recorded for the month of February, 15 parking citations; two speeding tickets; nine no proof of insurance situations; five expired registrations; one, open intoxication viola­ tion; one minor in possession of alcohol citation; two no possession of operator license violations; one hand­ icap parking violation; two no proof of insurance inci­ dents; one no proof of regis­ tration; one expired license and three overdue parking citations. Total complaints for January were 51 compared to 29 for the same month in 2012. February complaints were 57 and 127 calls have been taken from January 1 to March 12. Arrests made for January were, 12; February, 11. Total for paid parking tickets for January 2013 was $90. The Nashville police department is hosting a three day class April 3 to 5 for techniques for onsite pre­ view of electronic hard drives. Officers throughout Michigan are expected to attend. In other business council approved * Bills paid, $123,524.76 • Heard comments from Ron Ohler on the community building; from Nashville Village Chief of Police Jerry Schray, and from Gary White on amended budget approvals. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 11. , Sandy Hosey appointed to the Serving others with a smile is life purpose of Lizzy Shilton Vermontville Village Council Trustee Sandy Hosey attended her first council meeting with the Village of Vermontville Thursday, March 14, filling the vacated position of Amy Jo Kinyon. Kinyon is currently serving as the Vermontville Township treasurer. Hosey is married to William Hosey and has lived in the village for 14 years. She has a son, James, and a one year old grandson. Hosey brings grant writing experience to the council. “I had been thinking about giving back to the communi­ ty for quite some time,” said Hosey. “I was thinking of maybe joining an organiza­ tion such as the Lions Club or the Women’s Club.” After seeing the advertise­ The most recent trustee to be, appointed to the ment for a vacant seat on the council, Hosey thought Vermontville Village Council is Sandy Hosey. Hosey’s first council meeting was Thursday, March 14. See COUNCIL, page 3 by Shari Carney Staff Writer Volunteering as .a mentor is setting the stage for the future goals ofLizzy Shilton, sophomore, at Maple Valley High School. From the eighth grade, Shilton has set her sights on becoming a social worker and eventually moving to Chicago or New York City. “I like a big city,” says Shilton. “I like people inter­ ractions and I like smiling at people and seeing them smile back.” If the recipient doesn’t return the gesture, Shilton is not dismayed . “I still smile,” she says, “hopefully, it will make them feel better.” Each Friday, students in Norma Jean Acker’s leader­ ship class mentor students at Fuller Street Elementary. Shilton is part of the group and brings the added per­ spective of having benefitted from being mentored as a young child. “Children sometimes need a pat on the back or to just be asked how they feel,” says Shilton. “I want to work with kids whose parents might not care.” "Lizzy is a person who genuinely understands intrin­ sic rewards which is not always true of people her age,” points out Acker. “She experiences great joy when helping others and is one of my most reliable volunteers. She is a regular weekly vol­ unteer at Thornapple Manon See LEADERSHIP, pg. 11 In This Issue • 911 call puts Fuller on alert • Frugal Living Exchange forms • Community school finance meeting announced • Cleaning up Nashville is priority of local group • Many Lions among Barry County’s best this winter �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, March 23,2013 91 lea II puts Fuller Elementary on alert by Shari Carney Staff Writer A 911 call placed to Barry County dispatch early Friday morning led to a series of events that put staff on alert at Fuller Street Elementary. The anonymous caller claimed a threat had been made to “shoot up a school” in the west side ofthe county and named a suspect. “Fuller Street was never mentioned,” said Police Chief Jerry Schray. Schray was notified of the threat by Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf. Leaf explained that detec­ tives were located outside the residence of the named individual in Delton and “the suspect was under observa­ tion.” Schray, “as a precaution, in the event the suspect somehow got away,” told Principal Susanne Waffle of the calL Waffle and Kristine Stewart went from classroom to classroom informing staff ofthe threat and-told them to lock the classroom doors and keep a watchful lookout. In a follow up interview, Waffle said staff did not go into lock down but were act­ ing with caution. In the event a threat had been made upon Fuller Street no student would have been allowed in the building, the roads would have been blocked and cars and buses would have been routed away from the school, said Schray. Within minutes of teach­ ers locking classroom doors, Schray received word of the apprehension of the accused and Waffle was able to let the staff know. Superintendent Ronna Steel sent a memo home to parents Friday, explaining the events ofThe day. “ ... We were assured that there was no threat to Maple Valley, but as a precaution, we have had an increased police presence throughout the district today ... We con­ sider the safety of our stu­ dents to be our top priority, and believe that communica­ tion is important to our com­ munity ...” If a lock down had occurred in addition to class­ room doors locked, quiet enforced, blinds would be closed, lights shut off and children would be removed to a comer of the room, said Waffle. Callton and Cosmo visit Fuller Street Elementary State Rep. Mike Callton from Nashville reads to students at Fuller Street Elementary for March is Reading Month. Callton has traveled the area with Cosmo7 a bobcat, promoting reading. (Photo by Erin Carney) Symposium will focus on turning point of the Civil War The Friends of Michigan History Inc. will offer “Michigan Civil War Symposium: 1863,' The Turning Point of the War,” a program in the organization’s ongoing commemoration of thB^sesquteentennial of the American Civil War. Saturday, April 6, Civil War authors and scholars will gather at the Michigan Library and Historical Center in Lansing for a day­ long exploration of the “irre­ pressible conflict.” Morning and afternoon concurrent sessions will cover topics Jack & Judy s Country Kettle Cafe Nashville’s Friendly Family Reslauranl with Family Prices! 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Hours: Open 7 Days including Gen. Lee and Gen. retired professor of Meade at Gettysburg, American Thought and women in the Civil War, Language, Michigan State Michigan in the Civil War University; Jack Dempsey, and scholarly resources for author of Michigan and the further study of the conflict. Civil War: A Great and “Many ofthe historians and Bloody Sacrifice; David other'scholars who you will Finney, historian; Mark meet have spent the tetter part Hoffman, author of My of their lives studying, teach­ Brave Mechanics: The First ing and writing about this Michigan Engineers and four-year period in our Their Civil War; Dr. Roger nation’s history,” said Larry Rosentreter, professor ofhis­ Griffin, president, Friends of tory, Michigan State Michigan History Inc. University; Dr. Morris O. Presenters will include Thomas, professor of geog­ Cosmo the bobcat is escorted into Fuller Street Elementary’s gymnasium Friday, Bruce Butgereit, reenactor; raphy, Michigan State March 8. State Rep. Mike Callton of Nashville read a story to the students, though Dr. Marilyn Culpepper, University. A registration fee of $20 Cosmo got the attention. (Photo by Erin Carney) includes, box lunch. For more information, send an email to Griffin Easter Dinner Griflar2@aol.com. The Michigan Library and Specials Historical Center is located at 702 W. Kalamazoo St., • Swiss Steak Lansing. Visitor parking is • Baked Ham & Yams on the north side of Kalamazoo Street, two • Roast Chicken & blocks east of M.L. King Jr. Dressing Boulevard. Weekend park­ Includes Soup & Salad ing is free. Bar, Pie andDrink $1050 6AM - 8PM O<bOE anUnU BARGAIN DA,LY twilight 4:00-6:00 PM • excludes Digital 30 The Family of B Pamela (Peggy) Purchis tffl would like to express our deepest gratitude and appreciation for the love, kindness and thoughtful gestures bestowed upon us during our time ofbereavement Peggy appreciated all who took time from their busy schedules to visit her while she was ill. The family would like to thank everyone for their prayers, cards, phone calls and food brought in, also Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. We appreciated the presence of those who came to visitation and those who attended the funeral. 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The board was also informed of an automated answering system in place at Laura Scott (left), Putnam District Library aide, and Jessica Glass, volunteer all buildings for telephone expert, share economical tips for starting seedlings indoors to prepare for outdoor communication. Callers will be prompted to enter the transplanting at the first meeting of the Frugal Living Exchange. extension of the department/person desired. Elementary support at Fuller Street is being provid­ ed by Kristine Stewart for a half day through the end of the school year. This is to assist Principal Susanne Waffle who is also the spe­ cial education director for The initial gathering ofthe were shared on the best prac­ library. Jen Howell from the district. Frugal Living Exchange, a tices and tools needed for Pierce Cedar Creek Institute Jassen Dowling presented group based on resourceful this to be successful. will present a program on details on two upcoming methods in gardening and Communication on the topic vermicomposting and others fundraisers, the second annu­ achieving frugal lifestyle of gardening continues on will share expertise in the al Maple Syrup 5K run/walk changes, met at Putnam the Facebook group, Frugal use of herbs. Samples of Saturday, April 27 at 8 a.m. Library on Tuesday, March Living Exchange. dishes will be available to 12. Recipes for green cleaning members for taste testing and “Twenty members crowd­ were shared, most of which recipes will be shared. ed the library eager to be a included the use of vinegar, Members are encouraged part of this new group and baking soda and salt. Recipes to bring recipes which establish friendships with have been uploaded to the include the use of herbs and others of similar interests,” group’s Facebook site. information will be given on said Putnam District Library Barry County residents are growing, processing, or Director Shauna Swantek in indeed interested in becom­ medicinal and culinary uses a press release. ing more self-sustainable and of herbs. Eaton County Treasurer Seed starting methods learning skills that will Rose Heaton from Maple Bob Robinson reports that were presented by Jessica indeed assist in that life style, Valley BUGS will share Daisy (spelled in multiple Glass, with the focus ofmak­ said Swantek. plans for the community gar- ways) was the number one ing newspaper origami seed Area residents may join in dens at Kellogg School and name picked by Eaton pots. Because newspaper is the exchange at any session. how community members County owners for their dogs so readily available in most Suggestions for further top­ can get involved. Putnam in 2012. Close behind in households, this proves an ics included gardening, food Library is open Monday, ranked order were Abbie, inexpensive means of creat­ preservation, coupon clip­ Wednesday and Friday 10 Molly, Max, Bailey, Buddy, ing seed pots for early seed ping, budgeting plans, home a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday and Zoie, Sadie, and Lilly. preparation. Starting veg­ repair, small engine rebuild­ Thursday 3 to 8 p.m., and “The responsibility to etable, herb and flower ing, various crafts, and com­ Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. name your animal dates back plants indoors from seed is munity beautification. Contact the library, 517-852- to the Garden of Eden, and by far a much cheaper The next meeting will be 9723 for more information. local dog owners hand out avenue than buying prepared Tuesday, March 26 from some pretty interesting plants from the store. Ideas 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the names,” said Robinson. “Some of the unusual names we’ve seen this year include Mojo Magic, Queen Tinkerbell, Weaver Kane, Zena, Junebug, Gimli, and Champaign.” The top breeds in 2012 were Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever, Grace Community Church ‘The event is offered free The Easter Bunny will be Chihuahua, and Beagle. is sponsoring the annual for families, the youngest in attendance to greet all the Michigan law requires that Easter egg hunt Saturday, children hunting eggs Erst. children and have photos all dogs, have a valid rabies March 30, 10 a.m. at Putnam Kids should bring a bas­ taken. shot and an annual county Park in Nashville. ket or bag to collect goodies. license. The due date for Eaton County dog owners is extended through May 1. Licenses can be purchased through the county treasur­ er’s office in Charlotte from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday Frugal Living Exchange forms in Nashville and the Jimmy V Foundation cancer drive at the high school Friday, March 22. Mike Scott commended the great job of rolling out the Maple Valley Pathways Academy last year and inquired about advertising for the expansion of Maple Valley Academy planned at Fuller. Steel answered that an ad campaign will be coming soon along with meetings and surveys. The campaign will start with the spring parent/teacher conferences, and again at kindergarten roundup. Kristi Lincoln said she has two children who attend the Maple Valley Academy. Lincoln said the academy is an amazing program and she is very excited for expansion into the higher elementary levels. Lincoln said there is some confusion expressed in the community over the two academies and suggested a name change to differentiate between Maple Valley Academy and Pathways Academy. Steel said it has been discovered that the mil­ itary does not like any diplo­ ma with the word “academy” on it and a name change will be forthcoming. The board, with Trustee Tim Burd absent, approved: • Bills paid, general fund, $94,838; athletic, $4,142; food service, $45,553; Feb. 22 payroll, $217,553, March 8 payroll, $240,734. • A technology committee meeting Monday, March 25 at 5:30 p.m. • Spring coaches, varsity boys track — Brian Lincoln, head and Steve Hopkins assistant; varsity girls track, Robert Browne, head, Amy Abbott, assistant; girls soc­ cer, Chris Ricketts; varsity baseball, Bryan Carpenter and Jeff Fisher, Bob Brumm, assistants; junior varsity baseball, Landon Wilkes, head and Nathan Swift, assistant; varsity softball, Shanna Lipsey, head, Dave Lubahn and Tom Medina, assistants; junior varsity soft­ ball, to be announced; junior high track, Jeff Webb, head and Dustin Houghton, assis­ tant; golf, Spring Javor, head and Tim Smith, assistant. The next meeting of the school board is Monday, April 15, at 7 p.m. Daisy first choice dog name in 2012 through Friday, or at the Eaton County Animal Control Shelter at 756 Courthouse Drive in Charlotte from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and froml p.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Printable appli­ cations can also be down­ loaded at www.eatoncountytreasurer.org and can then be mailed with a valid rabies vaccination from a licensed veterinarian, proof of spayed or neutered (if applicable) and a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: Eaton County Treasurer, 1045 Independence Boulevard, Charlotte, MI 48813. Treasurer’s office staff and personnel at the Eaton County Animal Control office are in the process of developing a convenient online licensing system to streamline the process in the future. For more information, go to www.eatoncountytreasurer.org. Nashville’s Easter egg hunt is Saturday at Putnam Park COUNCIL, continued from page 1 “Why not?” and sent a letter of intent and resume. During the interview with President Ruth Wineman and several current trustees, Hosey offered her thoughts that she has some unique skills such as grant writing and ideas of promoting Vermontville that would be of benefit to the village. I Now Scheduling Appointments We Specialize in: MAPLALLEY • Individual Taxes Accounting and Tax, LLC • Farm Taxes Jill Hickey, Enrolled Agent • Tracy Janousek, Registered Tax Return Preparer 8870 Valley Hwy., Vermontville, MI 517-852-1500 The IRS does not endorse any particular individual tax return preparer. For more information on tax return preparers go to IRS.gov • Small Business Taxes • Bookkeeping �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 23, 2013 Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Mar. 25 Roast pork and gravy, sweet potatoes, cabbage, orange, bread. Tuesday, Mar. 26 Baked potato bar, chili, tossed salad, sliced peaches, crackers. Wednesday, Mar. 27 Oven fried chicken, coleslaw, seasoned potatoes, applesauce, bread. Thursday, Mar. 28 potatoes and gravy, stewed tomatoes, banana, bread. Friday, Mar. 29 Alaskan stuffed salmon, wild rice, cauliflower, peas, jello with fruit Liver and onions, mashed Cheddar cheese, potato Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Mar. 25 Sliced roast beef and Ched­ dar cheese, pickled beets, Mandarin oranges, bun. Tuesday, Mar. 26 Turkey pasta salad, three bean salad, Mandarin oranges, granola bar. Wednesday, Mar. 27 Tape rolls for ‘Boxtop Lady’ at Fuller Angela Remsing the “Boxtop Lady” is duct-taped to the wall by students in Deb Graham’s second grade class at Fuller Street Elementary. Remsing sacrificed herself to the taping as a challenge to classrooms to bring in boxtops to raise money for the school. Graham’s class brought in 2,678 boxtops for a total of $267.80. Here, Zoe Coker admires the deft handiwork. Beginning March 5th through 30th, MOOville will be having Garage Sales! Tuesday through Saturday 1/2 OFF ^9:00 am - 6:00 pm NEW VENDORS WEEKLY! I 2pm-6pm Every kSaturdayU 5875 S. M-66, Nashville <CT 2 mi S of Nashville, comer of M-79 & M-66 517-852-9003 www.moo-ville.com salad, citrus sections, club crackers. Thursday, Mar. 28 Asian chicken salad, pasta salad, jello with fruit, club crackers. Friday, Mar. 29 Hard boiled eggs, pea and cheese salad, applesauce, granola bar. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Mar. 25 Roast pork, stuffing and gravy, sweet potatoes, cabbage, orange. Tuesday, Mar. 26 Chili, hash brown cubes, peach crisp, crackers. Wednesday, Mar. 27 Oven fried chicken, broccoli, seasoned potatoes, prunes, granola bar. Thursday, Mar. 28 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, stewed tomatoes, bread pudding, banana. Friday, Mar. 29 Alaskan stuffed salmon, wild rice, cauliflower, peas, fruit punch. Activities Calendar Monday, Mar. 25 Hastings: Coin Collecting 12:15; Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; Music with Sam; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Kinship Support 5:30-7 p.m. at Hastings Baptist Church. H,W,N: Reminiscence. Tuesday, Mar. 2626 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, Mar. 27 Hastings: Card Making 9 a.m.; Music with Sam; Nails; Euchre 12:30. Delton: March Birthday Party; Reminiscence. Woodland: Sing-along. Thursday, Mar. 28 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 a.m.; Delton: Beading. Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, Mar. 29 - Hastings: Easter Party 10:30 a.m.; Exercise 9 a.m. Woodland: Visiting; Sing-a-long. Call 945-9554 lor Maple Valley News classified ads WNieiss "Ourfamily Serving Yours • Nashville s Only Family Owned, Independently Operated Funeral Home • Fully Staffed Children’s Resource Room • Free Video Tribute • Barrier Free • Ample Parking • Accommodations Up to 300 __ V /S 4 (517) 852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville ^^—^06738807 6738807 _______________ Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager Vermontville 100 years of history —1836 to 1936 giving excellent amateur afterward. Dr. Charles S. Snell came programs for many years. One of our great sources in 1876 and practiced until by Juliette L. Gehman 85 years of age, loved by a ofpride is 300 acres ofvirgin and Jennie E. Martin The resume of the history host of people. His daughter, forest, still owned by the of our village begins to draw Miss Norena, still resides Barber family. The Rev. here. A son, Leroy, lives in Sylvester Cochrane’s wife near its end. After the Civil War, pio- Detroit, and there are grand­ wrote back to her sister in neer days were left rapidly children left to bear his Vermont in 1838 that the behind, and this article will name, besides the Warren sight of these primeval trees deal with the professional, children surviving their was the grandest thing here, business and social life ofthe mother, Mrs. Lulu Snell and that this public-spirited family has preserved for us. village after the war. Warren. While the Academy pro­ Dr. J.D. McEachron prac­ Several families still were added to our residents by ticed here and died while vided a chance for the higher immigration from the East. comparatively young, and branches oflearning until the from today we have Dr. C.L.D. first brick school was built John Stevens Bennington, Vt., came in McLaughlin, graduate of here in 1869, the public 1866 and Edwin Tyler, father Detroit Medical College and schools for the primary Van Rensselaer Tyler, from in active practice, and Dr. grades had started early. An addition was built on Ann Arbor, in 1870, bringing L.D. Kelsey, an osteopath. Our newspaper, though the back later and in 1927 the first hearse for the village continuous since 1875 has our present $75,000 plant use. We have always had cause had different names and edi­ was completed. It is a mod­ The Vermontville em and a proper source of to be proud of our physi- tors; cians, and Dr. Robert C. Enterprise under J. C. pride to every citizen. The roster of faithful and then J.C. Kedzie, who came here in Worchester, 1852, in many ways deserves Hoskins, then K. Kittridge, efficient principals and to head the list. His 11 years previous owner of the teachers is long and honor­ in Vermontville made a deep Charlotte Republican, then able. We call to mind impression on the intellectu- F.M. Potter, who is within Charles McKenny, who mar­ al life of the town. He assist­ our memory as is the name ried a resident, Minnie ed in choosing books for the he gave the paper — The Aiderman, and later served township library and organ­ Hawk. In 1885, W.E. Holt as president of our Ypsilanti ized a literary society that and James Knox purchased it State Normal until his death. became a center for sharpen- and gave the name of the Our opera house and town ing wits already keen. Vermontville Echo. J.C. hall was built in the 1890s. Dr. Almon Thompson, Sherman soon bought out The carpenters were Rawson who later married Harriet, Mr. Holt’s partner. Mr. Holt and Cross Bros., Moses and sister of H.J. Martin, educat- was very social and full of Henry Cross and Edgar ed at Oberlin College, like life and fun. He still lives in Rawson, three men of excep­ Dr. Kedzie, came here in Lordsburg, N.M. Later, tional character and life-long 1858. Dr. William Parmenter Sherman and Son, then residents. from our University of Henry Curtis whose wife Michigan came in 1864, and was Ruth, a daughter of J.N. his personal charm and Hawkins, a man much happy ministrations are respected but known best as among my childhood’s Johnnie Hawkins to his old pleasant memories (JMG). friends. His two daughters and a son Lodges began early. Many were all well-known here, were opposed to secret soci­ the elder daughter, Ida, eties in those days, two men taught music before her mar­ we know well, respectively riage to Ben Stevens in 1887. abstaining from and drop­ A frozen cheek contracted on ping membership because of a five-mile horse-and-buggy their wives’ scruples. Yet the trip to town to take a music Masonic Lodge has contin­ lesson of Miss Ida for many ued to grow and has out­ years reminded the writer of grown such opinions as that genuine Michigan win­ undoubtedly the same ter day. Carrie married women also did. Arthur Allen, son of Daniel The Eastern Star, Odd Allen, and both families Fellows, Gleaners and went West, while George Grange have no present Leola Lundstrum today practices dentistry in organization. Petoskey, carrying on The Edward Dwight GAR celebrates 89th worthily his father’s fine Post was fittingly named name. birthday after one of the old Dwight Dr. Phillip Green, son of family here, and a WRC did Leola Lundstrum will be Amos Green, came to fine work for many years. celebrating her 89th birthday Vermontville with his father The village also boasted a as a small boy, residing on a woman’s club and a musical on April 5, 2013. Cards may farm northeast of town, now society, the latter having its be sent to The Sugarbush the Clyde Fox farm. He had own rooms for a time and House, 1152 Woodrest Lane, Flint, MI 48532. no children of his own, but his brothers Loren and Andrew have left many descendants known well among us. He and his wife, Zella Moyer Green, were an inte­ Classes run from gral part of the town for many years, both singing in September to May the Congregational choir, Please call for enrollment information: and he was active as a physi­ 517-726-0726 cian. Their young adopted son, Carl, died a tragic death, 3-Year-Old: Tue/Thur 9-1L30AM and though they took into 4-Year-Old: Mon/Wed 9-1PM their home at the death of Mrs. Bamingham one of her £eas in a Pod daughters, Harriet, now Mrs. R. A. Sprague of Kalamazoo, is located at life was clouded for them 1st Congregational ll thereafter, and their deaths 4 . P re-coo Sh l hurch, Vermontyill occurred not many years Part VIII Now Enrolling for 2013-14 Pre-School Classes �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 23, 2013 — Page 5 wU h i S M »,s» »s » S -v Jvi <sS Olivia squeals into town Olivia is a piglet with a style all her own. At 6 3/4 years old, she knows her own mind,’and her imagination is boundless, said Vermontville Township Library Director Carla Rumsey. The Olivia books, written by Ian Falconer, have sold 6 million copies worldwide in From the Pulpit Hosanna 20 languages. So, Olivia’s visit to the Vermontville library Monday, March 18, was something to squeal about. Children were able to pose for pictures, cut out Olivia paper dolls and costumes, and color story books featur­ ing Olivia herself. by Pastor Marc S. Livingston Chester Gospel Church The Sunday before Easter (Resurrection Day) is known as “Palm Sunday.” Jesus rode into the town of Jerusalem on a donkey and was promptly greeted by a large crowd who lit­ erally placed their clothes as well as palm branches on the ground before him, much like what we would do in a red car­ pet greeting of a dignitary. The Bible tells us they shouted out, “Hosanna. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Blessed is the King of Israel.” (John 12:13.) I’m sure.that many were surprised at his arrival via the donkey, because a conqueror rode in on a stallion. Their cry of Hosanna was one of multiple meanings: “Praise You,” “Save us,” and “Deliver us.” The use of the palm branch was a common greeting for both celebrations and victory, and most likely, the people were hoping that Jesus would be the one who would free them from their Roman oppressors. They were looking for a temporary fix to their problem, which is not any different than people today. But Jesus came into the world with an eternal solu­ tion for mankind’s oppressor. The real oppressor of mankind is something called sin. Every person is a sinner. Every person will face the penalty for sin, and every pet son will appear before God and give an account of the things done in this body. In less than a Week, the majori­ ty of the Palm Sunday crowd would change their shouts from “Hosanna.” to “Crucify Him.” That is what happens when we live in the now and miss God’s eternal plan. Today let me tell you what God’s eternal plan is. Jesus came jnto this world to be the deliverer of man. He is God who came in the flesh, but did not commit any sin in that flesh. He became our perfect sacrifice for sin’s oppres­ sion. They really did crucify him on a cross. And three days later He rose from the dead, victorious over sin, death and Hell. (Yes, there is a literal Hell.) And His invi­ tation to you and me: Romans 10:9, “That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.” Romans 10:10, “For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confes­ sion is made unto salvation.” Romans 10:13 “For whosoever.shall call upon the namejjfjhe Lord shall be saved." None of us were there for the first celebration of laying palm branches, but it is my prayer that none who read this will miss the celebration described in these next verses. Revelations 7:9, 10, “After this I looked and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and in front of the Lamb. They were wearing white robes and were holding palm branches in their hands. And they cried out in a loud voice: “Salvation belongs to our God, who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb.” CALENDAR OF EVENTS Ki S hl V\ M Barry County Extension Calendar of Events *«u *« t s ?<>S», ,J 7«* ’S %wb *1C ;ll%ib ? * t? Mar. 25 Mar. 30 Apr. 1 Apr. 1 Apr. 3 Apr. 4 Apr. 6 Apr. 6 '•*ww 11*^^ * *Mk Lu fa •RstaiBk!. fck 1£ 1£*w^. fck Da Danini Danini, ^^KlhJ Apr. 8 Apr. 8 Apr. 8 Apr. 11 Apr. 13 ■“■mmSLk "*>»,• Ofattlto,l Apr. 15 Apr. 15 Apr. 15 Apr. 15 Apr. 15 Apr. 16 Apr. 17 Apr. 18 Apr. 18 Apr. 19 Apr. 27 Rabbit Mandatory Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Swine Tagging, 1-4 p.m., Bany County Fairgrounds. Dog & Borrowed Dog pre-registrations due. Rabbit/Cavy pre-registrations due. Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Swine Tagging, 9-11 a.m., Delton-Osborne Farm. Swine Tagging, 1-3 p.m., Nashville-across from Mooville. Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Barry Community Enrichment Center. Goat Educational Meeting (open to all), 6:30 p.m., Pro Auto in Hastings. Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Pro Auto in Hastings. Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Swine Tagging, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Barry County Fairgrounds. Goat Pre-registration deadline. Swine Pre-registration deadline. Market Steer & Beef Breeding Animal Pre-registration deadline. Sheep Pre-registration deadline. Market Goat Weigh-in, 6-7 p.m., Tractor Supply. How to Show Your Cat Workshop, 6:30 p.m., Hastings Public Library. Dairy Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. PQA Training, 5:30 p.m., Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds. 4-H FFA Meats Judging Contest, MSU Anthony Hall. PQA Training, 9 a.m., Expo Center. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School..................... 10 ajn. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting ....... .......... 7 p.m. 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 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 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM 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 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 I Church 11: 00 Fellowship March is Reading Month are sponsored by Eaton Great Start, and the Early Childhood Literacy Coalition. Zhanna Reid gives Olivia the Pig a big kiss when the porcine charac­ ter visited Vermontville Library Monday. Chester Gospel Church hosting combined Good Friday service Chester Gospel Church will host a combined Good Friday service at 7 p.m. March 29. The congregations from Ainger Bible, Bright Hope Bible, Chester Gospel, First Baptist Church of Sebewa and Vermontville Bible churches welcome the public to this special service. The speaker will be Les Lofquist, executive director of the IFCA International, which includes more than 2,000 churches and pastors GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org nationwide. This service will also have “Uncle Al Torres” from RBM ministries. Torres will have a special children’s Good Friday service. Nursery will be provided. Following the service will be a time ofrefreshments and fellowship. For more information, call 517-543-5488. Chester Gospel Church is located at 3744 W. Vermontville Highway, just east of Chester Road. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School........................... 9:45 A.M. Service................................... 11 P.M. Service.................................... 6 Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 . Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. . Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship...................... .9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School.............................. 10 Aoo.Ml. Service 11:15 Pric.Me. Service 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. W.orship . 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 6Q43 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 FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .............. 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 203 N. State, Nashville RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .. .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship.................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517)852-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 23,2013 Literacy night brings out all sorts of characters Waldo, aka Brady Backe, 6, is found with his mother, Dragons are able to follow dot-to-dot instructions and April, making a reading log at Fuller Street Elementary color as evidenced by Logan Bowers, age 6, during Literacy Night, a March is Reading Month event at Fuller during a March is Reading Month event. Street Elementary. Marissa Wagner, 6, dressed as Mulan for Literacy Night, a March is Reading Month event at Fuller Street Elementary. Wagner completes coloring an Easter egg that was first outlined by following numbered dots. Conference times set at Fuller Street Redesign of learning discussions included "Fuller "Street Elementary will have parent/teacher con­ ferences Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, March 26, 27 and 28, from 4 to 7 p.m. Each day, Principal Susanne Waffle will present a redesign of learning at 4:15 and 6 p.m. Two methods will be explored: personalized learning and departmental­ ized learning. Parents will be given an overview of each to help decide the best placement for their child. Local students on WMU dean’s list Western Michigan University has released its dean’s list for the fall semes­ ter of the 2012-13 academic year. To gain a place on the dean’s list, students must COBB WELL DRILLING GREPAIR • • • • 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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Cleaning up Nashville is priority of local group Co-chair Sandy Lundquist resigns by Shari Carney StaffWriter Ideas to beautify the vil­ lage of Nashville was the topic Monday, March 18, at the Nashville Area Citizens Coalition meeting. Before discussion began, vice chair Sandy Lundquist read a statement of resigna­ tion. Lundquist said the orig­ inal intention of the group has changed and she believes there are different goals now: Lundquist said she would continue to support the vil- • Fuel Oil Furnace Installation and Service • Geo-Thermal Installation and Service • Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Sales and Senrice •AO Smith Water Heater Sales and Service • Empire Space Heater Sales and Senrice FROST HEATING & COOLING | Lake Odessa Austin Gorman and his mom, Becky, use a hand­ made bookmark to follow the words in the story during a March is Reading Month event at Fuller Street Elementary. QUALITY, VALUE 8 SERVICE (616) 374-7595 Nashville (517) 852-9565 | lage of Nashville as she left the meeting. Denny -Shaver said he has been looking at village ordi­ nances that specifically deal with trash and junk cars. Shaver suggested NACC members see what they could do to assist the village in implementing ordinances that are already in place. “I am a great believer in riot reinventing the wheel,” said Shaver. “I’ve lived here 25 years, and things have slipped. I would like to help the village bring standards back.” The consensus of those present was to review the ordinances and see if any need updating. The plan is to tackle one ordinance per meeting. Nashville Village Council member Marcia Scramlin and Police Chief Jerry Schray, both NACC board members, echoed Shaver’s concerns and said it would be beneficial to bring the ordinances up to date. Shaver said a garbage ordinance (obtained from the village website) was drafted May 21, 1934. When asked what the penalty was for violation of an ordinance, Schray said first offense is $50; second, $150 and third $300. Schray also said violators should be reported to him. “Write down the addresses and bring them to the village office,” he said. Rose Heaton said educa­ tion of residents is needed and suggested presenting information in a welcome packet to new homeowners and renters with copies of ordinances included. In other business, NACC is scouting homes to be painted in cooperation with Habitat for Humanity. The target area is Main Street and the work would apply to per­ sonal properties (non-rental). Habitat would supply white house paint and volunteers; NACC would coordinate volunteers and provide brushes, rollers and other equipment. Heaton recommended that homeowners be required to assist, if able, and “pay it for­ ward” by. volunteering on a future'project. “Skin in the game,” agreed Shaver. Shaver recommended a book, Toxic Charity, and said the author is coming to the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope Saturday, May 18 (time to be announced). NACC Chairman Shirley Dexter said homeowners will be required to do the prep for painting. Help will be offered to those not physical­ ly able. Artisans are being sought for a craft show 'to be during the annual car show. Rental fee is $10 per space. A new board member is being sought to increase the group from the current six to seven. The board is com­ prised of Dexter, Scramlin, Schray, Duska Brumm, Rosie Murphy and LeeAnn Dunkelberger. Anyone interested in NACC, the car show, volun­ teering or serving as a board member should call Dexter at 517-852-0276. NACC, meets the third Monday of the month at Kellogg School at 7 p.m. The next meeting will be April 15. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 23, 2013 — Page 7 story” — especially when we know the threats are ques­ tionable or even credible. School threat poorly handled by local authorities You remember the old folktale about “Chicken Little” in which a chicken who believed that the world was coming to an end ran around using the phrase “The sky is falling, the sky is falling.” The story is, a common idiom indicating a hysterical or mistaken belief that a dis­ aster or paranoia is immi­ nent. According to reports, versions of the tale go back more than 25 centuries and continue to be referenced today, even in Barry County. For example, Friday morning at approximately 2:34 a.m., Barry County Central Dispatch 911 received an anonymous call from a person reporting a man high on drugs with plans “to shoot up an ele­ mentary school in Barry County.” Following the call, Michigan State Police troop­ ers were dispatched to a resi­ dence in Orangeville Township where, after a few hours, they apprehended a 50-year-old man for posses­ sion of methamphetamine and marijuana, operating a meth lab and for being a felon * in possession of a firearm which is a probation violation. When law enforce­ ment finally entered the home they also found the man’s 3-year-old son. As a result of the investigation, the State Police released a later press release saying they found no credible evi­ dence of a threat to any school. However, operating under the assumption that area schools could be in danger, the Barry County Sheriff’s Department sent a warning to area> school leaders along with systems in Allegan and Kalamazoo counties to warn them of the possible threat. But, by the Time they issued those warnings to schools, the county and state police officers were already on the scene and had the suspect apprehended. The fact that schools began their day under a warning — or, even worse, under lockdown when law enforcement personnel knew the supposed threat was already under control, is reprehensible. Troopers met with the sus­ pect around 7:20 a.m. Still, Barry County Sheriff’ personnel called area school adminstrators and other law enforcement officials, warn­ ing of a threat. “We immedi­ ately advised the two nearest schools to go into lockdown mode and confronted the 50year-old-man,” said Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf. Hours later, Leaf issued a press release saying, “there is nothing for us to believe [the suspect] was ever going to carry out the act.” By then, an immense amount of damage was done, since the threat had gone viral across the state. Sheriff Leaf determined that the threat may have been overstated, but they did find a meth lab in the suspect’s home, along with long guns and pistols. Threats to schools can turn into an emotional event that, if not handled properly, could hamper officials’ ability to determine fact from prank. In another news release, Barry County Undersheriff Bob Baker said detectives are still looking for the per­ son who made the call to 911. Officials aren’t releas­ ing the details of the call — whether the person was a man or woman, young or old — they just indicated the caller used a prepaid cell phone, which was untraceable. Yet, they had enough information connecting the threat to the Orangeville man they had in custody by early Friday morning. The incident — including how it was handled by the sheriffs department — has raised some very serious questions. Was the entire situation blown out of proportion? Was the sky really falling? Or was the sheriff’s depart­ ment adding to the hysteria and paranoia with its news releases to area news organi­ zations and by calling school officials which, naturally, alarmed * communities and parents all over West Michigan. At some schools, calls were received from parents who, after being informed of the threat, wanted to pick up their children and take them home. At Fuller Street School Elementary in Nashville, the whole incident took an even more bizarre twist. After sheriff’s department personnel called Maple Valley High School Principal Todd Gonser and Nashville Chief of Police Jerry Schray Friday morning to tell them of the threat and the school took appropriate safety measures, rumors began in the community. One that surfaced in the J-Ad Graphics newsroom Friday morning was that Gonser had received the warning call Thursday night — nearly a full day before the actual event — had ignored the warning, and then had allowed district schools to begin Friday while being aware a shooter said to have Fuller Street targeted Elementary School, specifically, was still on the loose. This just underscores how rumors can grow into hysteria and unnecessary worry for adults and children. There’s no question that everyone wants our kids to be safe, but cooler heads could have avoided the heightened emotion when, in reality, there was little cause for any concern at local schools. J-Ad Graphics staff received information early Friday morning but, after reviewing the situation, we decided not to become part of the hype by reporting the story in Saturday’s Reminder. We decided to wait and to get all the details, which you will'find in this issue of the Banner under a separate news story. Some might say it’s better to err on the side of safety for our children and our schools, even if it might create anxiety and hysteria rather than to risk another tragic event. But what about the future when a real threat might pose genuine danger will school officials think it’s just another prank and not take the threat seriously? In an official press release from Sheriff Leaf, he main­ tains the social cost was worth it because authorities found a working meth lab in the home. In a Fox 17 televi­ sion interview, Michigan State Police Trooper Kevin Keto said the county has an ongoing problem with meth production. He went on to say that meth is a very addic­ tive drug that has been prevalent for the eight years he’s been in Hastings. Maybe that’s where our concentration needs to be focused. Signs are posted as you enter Barry County indicating that we have a “Meth Watch” program. Apparently, it’s not working. Is it time for local authorities to wage a war of sorts on drug production and trafficking throughout the county? The signs need to be bigger, and enforcement must be strong and the penalties severe. Authorities should work with everyone involved in drug use and drug abuse prevention to put together a comprehensive plan to seek out and take down meth labs across the county. They should use the Silent Observer program by offer­ ing big rewards for informa­ tion leading to the conviction of anyone using or producing drugs — only then will they make headway in reducing the drugs in Barry County. Yes, these are difficult sit­ uations. Yet increasingly, the broadcast media seems to use these events as opportu­ nities to be “first on the scene,” by raising emotions and looking to increase viewership rather than acting as responsible news outlets dedicated to informing the public with “the rest of the to become familiar with the course. It’s estimated that 3,000 riders and an anticipated 2,000 spectators will descend on Hastings Saturday morn­ ing. This year will mark the seventh year for the annual Barry-Roubaix bicycle race which, in previous years, was held at the Gun Lake State Park. The move to Hastings will increase visi­ bility and bring thousands to Hastings to enjoy the fun, food and the challenge that bikers will face as they trav­ el the back roads of Barry County. According to race officials Bikers converging on Barry County Saturday By now, many throughout the county have seen evi­ dence of a big race planned for Saturday, since hundreds of bikers have already hit the trail over the past few weeks the race is attracting bikers from all over Michigan along with Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, Wisconsin and Ontario, Canada. It’s a great opportu­ nity for Michigan, Barry County and Hastings as they welcome thousands of visi­ tors downtown. Barry County and Hastings offi­ cials should continue to focus on events like this that bring people to our commu­ nities — it’s a great way to support economic develop­ ment right here at home, and it’s Pure Michigan. Fred Jacobs, vice presi­ dent, J-Ad Graphics Inc. Vermontville library offering maple syrup cooking contest Vermontville Township Library will sponsor a maple syrup cooking contest at the 73rd Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. “Community members are encouraged to gather their tastiest recipes that include maple syrup products and join the friendly competition,” said Carla Rumsey, director. Recipe categories will include cakes, pies, desserts, cookies, breads, preserves, sauces and dressings. Each recipe must include a signifi­ cant amount of pure maple products, and the use ofother Michigan products is encour­ aged, said Rumsey. A group of local community members will judge the entries on appearance, taste, texture, uniformity of size and shape, presentation, prominence of maple and the overall quality of the product. A complete list of rules are available in the library. A $5 entry fee per item will help offset the costs of the contest. Money is due at the time of registration. Registration ends Thursday, April 25, at 3 p.m. If interested in being a judge or for more information, call the library, 517-726-1362, or email vermontvillelibrary@yahoo.com. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads 93rd Appual VerrpoQtville Firerpep’s Da pee Saturday, March 30 At Rip’s Place (Old Roadrupper’s Bar) Joip us for sorpe good borpe cookip’ Dipper 7-9 p.n). TICKETS $10 per persop $5 after 9prp This is a fupdraisipg evept. Dopatiops for silept auctiop apd prize raffle greatly appreciated. Tfoapk you for your support op bebalf of tbe Verrpoptville Fire/EMS Departrpept �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, March 23. 2013 Memories of the Past This week in Nashville history would do well to install more hitching rails in Nashville’s trading section, since there frequently are more teams in town than hitching places. Saturday afternoon more than 200 teams and rigs were (Susan Hinckley's note: counted on Main Street Today's column looks at this alone. week in Nashville history. 1881 — The village elec­ The following excerpts are tion drew 273 votes Monday gleaned from the Nashville and the three tickets — Ancient History column pub­ Citizens, Peoples and the lished in the Nashville News Young Men’s — all had from near the turn ofthe cen­ some measure of success, tury into the 1930s;from the Turning Back the Pagesfea­ Born in New York in since the winning candidates ture of the 1940 to 1960s; 1867, Fred G. Baker came represent all three. Dr. Wm. and from various early to Nashville in 1883 and H. Young won the race for president by a narrow major­ issues ofthe News J soon opened the first of a ity over Omo Strong (editor­ string of stores which, due publisher of The Nashville 1875 — The annual trea­ his adventurous News). surer’s report of village to 1882 — An agent repre­ finances shows that lifestyle, took him from Nashville has a cash balance rags to riches and back senting Rumsey & Co. fire on hand of $366.78 and a again many times before engine has been in town this true reserve above liabilities his death in 1945. In week trying to sell the coun­ of $241.78. Disbursements March 1887, he launched cil a complete fire apparatus. during the last year totaled a Main Street news stand The council held special $3,605.96, which clearly selling notions and school meetings to consider the indicates village finances no supplies; later he expand­ matter but has made no bar­ longer can be classed as ed to groceries and gener­ gains. small time. 1884 — W.E. Shields and al merchandise in various Hiram Walrath have put an 1876 — Last Tuesday, P. McOmber felled, on his locations. His life story engine and machinery into place in Maple Grove, one of was told in a Memories of the former’s shop, and are the giants ofthe forest. It was the Past published Dec. turning out com cultivators a mammoth whitewood that 29, 1980. at a lively rate. They expect measured inside the bark to manufacture window four feet and two inches in than $9,000 at this station blinds and screen doors also. diameter. From it was cut last Wednesday, in payment 1885 The Sunday four sawlogs 10 and 12 feet for wood, bringing great evening mass meeting in length. prosperity to our village. secured upward of 50 signa­ 1877 — A heavy snow­ 1879 — The ice on tures to the temperance storm prevailed all Tuesday Thomapple Lake still is pledge. Good. night and Wednesday and more than 20 inches thick 1886 — The peculiar the trains were running up to and it looks as ifnothing less influenza that is prevalent in two hours late Wednesday. than June sunshine will be Nashville seems to be raging 1878 —.The Michigan needed to melt it. in numerous places. At Central pay car left more 1880 Business men Canton, Ohio, over 3,000 This Memories of the Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley 'News March 22, 1983. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Village ofNashville will hold a Public Hearing oh the proposed Water System improvements for the purpose of receiving comments from interest­ ed persons. The hearing will be held at 7 p.m. on, April 25, 2013 at the following location: VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE 203 N MAIN STREET NASHVILLE, MI 49073 The purpose ofthe proposed project is to increase the reliability of the Village’s water supply to better meet the current and future water needs of the Village. Project construc­ tion will involve improvements to well motors and high service pumps, replacement of 4-inch water main on portions of State Street, Middle Street, Cleveland Street, and Durkee Street. Impacts of the proposed project include a more reliable water supply source, increased system reliability, and increased water main supply and capacity. Short term construction related impacts include increased noise and dust during construction ofthe improvements. The average residential water bill is estimated to increase approximately $4 per month. Copies of the plan detailing the proposed project will be available for public inspection on March 22, 2013 at the following locations: VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, 203 N MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE, MI 49073 Written comments received through April 24, 2013 will be entered into the Public Hearing record and should be sent to: VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ATTN: VILLAGE CLERK 203 N MAIN STREET PO BOX 587 NASHVILLE, MI 49073 i 1 In March 1904, during the time Len Feighner (second from left) was Nashville’s postmaster, Congress considered a bill increasing the annual salary of rural mail car­ riers to $700 but prohibiting them from running errands for patrons. Editor and pub­ lisher of The Nashville News, Feighner, served as postmaster from 1899 to 1914 and was succeeded by clerk Henry C. Glasner, at right in this circa 1910 photo of the post office staff. At various times both Feighner and Glasner also served in the state leg­ islature. Imagine 200 teams parked in Nashville’s “trading section” at one time. That was the number counted on a busy Saturday afternoon in March 1880 and reported in The Nashville News'with the admonition that merchants would be wise to install more hitching rails in the business district. The McDerby Block, which hosted 600 Barry County Republicans at a March 1900 banquet, is barely visible at extreme left in this 1906 photo. people are afflicted with it... dangerously near death’s 1903 The common The malady is ascribed to the door the past week, his mala­ council has passed an ordi­ variable weather. dy having developed into nance which provides that all 1887 — Fred G. Baker has pneumonia. Doctors from dogs running at large must opened a news stand in one Ann Arbor, Battle Creek and be muzzled. This Ordinance of the Brady buildings, Grand Rapids have attended is a wise one, in view of the opposite the post office and him, buf little hope is being serious epidemic of rabies is putting in a stock of held for his recovery. among dogs throughout the notions, school supplies, etc. 1902 — The electric light state. 1888 — .The pupils Of the went out again Wednesday 1904 A new bill in high school enjoyed a warm evening, just as the big show Congress will give rural mail sugar party at the residence by the Stutz Theatre carriers an increase in salary of the janitor, J.S. Perry, on Company was about to begin from $600 to $750 per year, the south side Wednesday at the opera house. but also will prohibit them evening. Fortunately the place was from delivering anything 1892 — The Lentz Table provided with good kerosene except government mail, Co. is behind on orders and lamps, and the show went thus stopping the common is shipping about 200 pillar bn. practice of carrying grotables per week. 1899 —• V.J. Lathrop has purchased the G.W. Francis property on the comer of Main and Fuller streets. 1900 The Republican banquet in the new McDerby block was a A public hearing on the proposed Maple Grove Township highly successful affair with budget for the coming fiscal year, April 1, 2013, through more than 600 in attendance. March 31, 2014, will be held in conjunction with the annual The speeches and business meeting at the township hall, 721 Durkee St., Nashville , on sessions were conducted in Wednesday, March 27,2013 at 7:00 p.m. the opera house, with the crowd adjourning to the The property tax millage rate proposed to be McDerby building for the levied to support the proposed budget will banquet. William Latimer, also be a subject of this meeting. who catered, served 265 at a time, and the feast was one to Copies of the proposed budget may be obtained at the townbe long remembered. John C. ship hall. Ketchum was elected presi­ Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or servicdent of the Barry County es should contact Susie Butler, Clerk by writing 9752 Evart Republican club for next Rd., Nashville, or by phoning 517-852-1859. year. 1901 — Dr. W.H. Young, A special meeting of the Maple Grove Township Board will be prominent Nashville physi­ held immediately following the annual meeting. cian who has been ill for the Susie Butler, Maple Grove Township Clerk past two weeks, has been NOTICE MAPLE GROVE TOWNSHIP �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, March 23,2013 — Page 9 get the jobs. It would be a shame to see these state con­ struction contracts, or any contracts, go to non­ Michigan businesses. We need to follow through on our promises to our workers and businesses and put Michigan first. I welcome comments and questions. Call me, 517-373­ 0587, or email NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE TheresaAbed@house.mi.gov FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & . Visit my website and sign SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING up for my newsletter, TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED www.abed.housedems.com . LEGAL NOTICE Budget should encourage state to ‘Buy Michigan' People are hurting. Jobs products and materials are continue to be scarce, and second to none, and our economic recovery is Michigan workers will still fragile. Everyone is employ a greater sense of aware that job creation is the pride in the job knowing that key to helping our struggling their work will be improving families get back on their their home state. Fighting for feet. Michigan jobs and the Yet, as I closely examined Michigan families who Gov. Rick Snyder’s budget depend on them is what I after he made it public, I was believe in. That is why my shocked to see that he had first bill focuses on this deleted language from the issue. previous budget that had House Bill 4371 would given preference to help the state economy by Michigan businesses for keeping jobs right here in state contracts. His budget Michigan and ensuring that proposal allowed state the “’Buy Michigan prefer­ departments to go outside of ence stays in future budgets. Michigan to award contracts, My bill requires the state to and the jobs they would sup­ give Michigan businesses the port, to out-of-state, and pos­ opportunity to match or beat sibly even foreign, compa­ the lowest bid on a state con­ nies. tract. It is a simple, common­ The governor is just plain sense approach to creating wrong. Michigan-made jobs without costing the state Continued from previous page ceries, doing errands, etc. favor of the proposal. 1905 — The first thunder­ 1928 — Many large pike storm of the season raged are being dipped at the river through this area Saturday dam. night and a good deal of cis­ 1929 — The state health tern water was collected. department has notified the 1906 — Eggs have taken a village council that unless great tumble in price and Nashville remedies the water now are going begging at six situation in 60 days, signs will be erected at the village cents a dozen. 1907 — Ernest Hecox has limits announcing Nashville sold his place on the south water as unfit for drinking. 1931 — Robert Surine and side to Roy Bassett for Jesse Guy have bought the $1,600. Wagar billiard and pool 1908 — Considerable maple sugar has come into room, which was owned by market the past week; the the late Shirley Wagar, and prevailing prices being from took possession Saturday night. eight to 12 cents per pound. 1939 — Michigan’s gov­ 1911 — Some complaint has come regarding the giv­ ernor, Luren D. Dickinson, ing ofhalfthe road in case of stated in Lansing last week an automobile coming up that, while he hates the liquor behind a team ... There are business, he intends to run it plenty of men running autos on an efficient basis, since it who should be driving ox has been legalized as a state teams and vice versa, but all business. He proposes to men should not be treated make liquor too expensive for people to buy, as an ini­ that way. 1925 — F.S. Lemmon, tial step toward discouraging who recently sold his meat the sale of intoxicants. His market to Wenger & Troxel, statement has been greeted loud complaints has decided to remain in with Nashville and will open an throughout the state. 1940 — Food store ads ice cream, confectionery and tobacco store in the old bank offer smoked picnics for 12 building, which he bought cents per pound; butter, 30 cents per pound; eggs, 16 from Chas. Diamante. cents a dozen; cigarettes 1926 — Twoo more Nashville residents are in jail $1.15 a carton; and egg awaiting trial on charges of mash, $2.23 counterweight. 1949 — Dr. Neil bootlegging. 1927 — The proposition McLaughlin has bought a to bond the school district for site for a new modem office $55,000 to build an addition and laboratory at the comer to the school was defeated of Reed and Cleveland 157-113 at the special school streets and will move his meeting March 25. dental practice here from Meanwhile, a poll at the Vermontville. chamber of commerce meet­ ing Monday showed every one of the 55 members in extra money. At a time when thousands of workers may soon be hired to fix our roads and bridges, we need to do our best to ensure Michiganders LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jerry J. Patten and Pamela S. Patten, husband and wife, to Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Successor by Merger to Wachovia Bank of Delaware, National Association, Formerly Known as First Union National Bank of Delaware successor by merger to First Union Home Equity Bank, National Association, Mortgagee, dated October 20, 1998 and recorded December 18,1998 in Instrument Number 1022580, Barry County Records, Michigan and re­ recorded November 5,1998 in Instrument Number 1020435, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Five Hundred One and 90/100 Dollars ($106,501.90) including interest at 8.69% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on APRIL 25, 2013. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 251, 252 and 253 of Algonquin Lake Resort Properties Unit Number 2 as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 63. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, 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 bld amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ erty, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 23, 2013 Orlans Associates, PC. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 12-510480 (03-23)(04-13) 06807696 LEGAL NOTICE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by RICK FEIRICK and NANCY FEIRICK, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Mortgagee, dated July 16, 2005, and recorded on August 26, 2005, in Document No. 1151709, and assigned by said mortgagee to Federal National Mortgage Association, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Eight Thousand Six Hundred SixtyOne Dollars and Sixty-Six Cents ($148,661.66), including interest at 3.380% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mort­ gage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, At the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 01:00 PM o'clock, on April 18, 2013 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: SITUATED AND BEING IN THE TOWNSHIP OF THORNAPPLE IN BARRY COUNTY, AND STATE OF MICHIGAN, AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: PAR­ CEL 1: THE SOUTH 225 FEET OF THE WEST 300 FEET OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIP­ TION; BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF SEC­ TION 34, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, 598 FEET SOUTH OF THE WEST 1 I 4 POST, THENCE EAST 476 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 714.80 FEET, THENCE WEST 476 FEET, THENCE NORTH 714.80 FEET TO BEGINNING. PARCEL 2: THE SOUTH 225 FEET OF THE EAST 49 FEET OF THE WEST 349 FEET OF THE FOL­ LOWING: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF SECTION 34, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, THORN AP­ PLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, 598 FEET SOUTH OF THE WEST 1 I 4 CORNER; THENCE EAST 476 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 714.8 FEET; THENCE WEST 476 FEET; THENCE NORTH 714.8 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless deter­ mined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241 a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. If the above referenced property is sold at a foreclosure sale' under Chapter 600 of the Michigan Compiled Laws, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damag­ ing the property during the redemption period. Federal National Mortgage Association Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 LBPS.002567 FNMA (03-16)(04­ 06) ' 06807245 WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on October 28, 2008, by Jordan M. Sheely and Tiffany R. Sheely, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on November 5, 2008, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 20081105-0010748, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated February 8, 2013, recorded on February 13, 2013, in Instrument Number 2013-001707, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of NinetyOne Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Four and 51/100 Dollars ($91,864.51); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of’the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE VILLAGE OF FREEPORT, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: The South half of Lot 3 and 4 of Block 4, Village of Freeport according to the recorded Plat thereof, as record­ ed in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 22, and subject to that easement recorded in Liber 544 on Page 478, for the right to use the fol­ lowing described land for the pur­ pose of using and maintaining a building which is now existing on the following described land: Commencing at the Northwest comer of the South half of Lot 3, Block 4, of the Village of Freeport, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 22, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, thence South 11 feet plus or minus, along the West Lot line of Lot 3, thence East 23.8 feet parallel with the North Lot line of Lot 3, thence North 11 feet, plus or minus, to the North Lot line of Lot 3, thence West along the North Lot line of Lot 3 to the point of beginning. Commonly known address: 123 N. State St., Freeport, Michigan 49325 Parcel ID Number: 08-43­ 104-003-50 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: March 15, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (03-23) (04-13) NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on September 13, 2004, by Bruce D. Newton and Nancy H. Newton, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on September 20, 2004, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1134130, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated December 1, 2011, recorded on December 22, 2011, in Instrument Number 201112220012057, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Eighty-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Four and 38/100 Dollars ($89,304.38); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the after­ noon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described a?. foljpyvs; LAND SJT-; UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP, OF HOPE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Parcel 1: Beginning at a point of the North line of Section 36, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, distant 430.00 feet East of the North quarter Post of said Section; thence continuing East, along North Section line 310.00 feet; thence South, at right angles to said North Section line, 290.00 feet; thence West 310.00 feet; thence North 290.00 feet to the point of beginning. Also an ease­ ment for ingress and egress with others for use in common over the driveway now located on the premises lying East of and adja­ cent to the above described premises. Commonly known address: 1497 W. Dowling Road, Dowling, Michigan 49050 Tax Parcel Number: 08-07-036-004­ 10 Parcel 2: A parcel of land in the Northwest quarter of Section 15, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as; beginning at a point 1696.98 feet West of the North and South quarter line and 1171.78 feet South of the North one eighth line of said Section and running thence South 44 degrees 22 minutes West 160 feet, thence North 87 degrees 32 minutes 30 seconds West 137.3 feet, thence North 2 degrees 27 minutes 30 seconds East 78 feet, thence North 51 degrees 56 min­ utes East 194.47 feet, thence South 45 degrees 58 minutes East 126.5 feet to the place of beginning. Commonly known address: 3901 S. Shore Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046 Tax Parcel Number: 08-07-015-024­ 00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: March 15, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (03-23) (04-13) �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 23, 2013 Many Lions among Barry County’s best this winter by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Boys’ Basketball Barry County’s varsity boys’ basketball teams were in very different situations during the 2012-13 season. Hastings won its second straight Class B District Championship in 2013 and its first conference title since 1988 with a group of five senior starters who played the majority of the minutes for head coach Steve Storrs. Thomapple Kellogg fin­ ished on the other end of the OK Gold Conference stand­ ings with a team that had just one senior back. Maple Valley and Delton Kellogg had more of a mix ofjuniors and seniors trying to get the job done in the Kalamazoo Valley Association. The experience of each group was much dif­ ferent though The Lions finished the year with 13 wins brining back most of their 2011-12 squad. Delton Kellogg on the other hand saw most of its players from the 2011-12 KVA championship team graduate, and the Panthers were at the bottom of the league under first-year head coach Steve Miknis. Lakewood spent and up and down year trying to find just the right mix of young­ sters and experience. All five teams are repre­ sented on the 2012-13 All­ Barry County boys’ basket­ ball teams. rr Boys’ Basketball First Team Austin Gonser, Maple Valley; The junior guard/forward had 15 dou­ ble-doubles throughout the course of the season, averag­ ing just under a double-dou­ ble for the year at 11 points and 9.2 rebounds a game. In his second year on the Lion varsity, Gonser earned All-KVA honors. Head coach Chris Ewing said he outhustled other team’s guards to rebounds and was quick to get to the basket. Other members of the All­ Barry County Boys’ Basketball First Team are Hastings’ Maxwell Clark and Luke Heide, Delton Kellogg’s Zach Leinaar, Lakewood’s David Parks and Thomapple Kellogg’s Tommy Hamilton. Boys’ Basketball Second Team Micah Bromley, Maple Valley: The Lions’ junior point guard averaged 11 points, 4.5 rebounds, five assists and 2.9 steals a game, and was a threat from behind the three-point line as well in his second season on the var­ sity. Head coach Chris Ewing called him a “very serious basketball player” who “works hard at practice.” Garret Mater, Maple Valley: A senior guard who earned honorable mention all-conference in the KVA this winter, Mater averaged 8.1 points, 7.1 rebounds and two assists a game. A team captain, head coach Chris Ewing said he was the main reason his team was so successful this year. “He had a way of getting players to play harder.” Garrett Miller, Maple Valley: A three-year varsity player who head coach Chris Ewing called a “true leader on our team”, the senior guard earned all-conference honors in the KVA for the second time. Miller averaged 8.9 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.5 steals a game this year. Other members of the All­ Barry County Boys’ Basketball Second Team are Hastings’ Ian Beck and Michael Eastman, Delton Kellogg’s Zach Meyers, Lakewood’s Kalib McKinney and Thomapple Kellogg’s Grant Allison. Girls’ Basketball Delton Kellogg’s varsity girls’ basketball team won its first ever regional champi­ onship in 2013, and the county’s first girls basketball regional title since Thornapple Kellogg won one in Class B in 1999. Only Olivet and Parchment finished better than Delton Kellogg in the Kalamazoo Valley Vermontville Township Board BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING The Vermontville Township Board will hold a Public Hearing on the proposed township budget for fiscal year 2013-2014 at the Vermontville Township Opera House on Thursday, March 28, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection on March 20,2013 at the Vermontville Township Library. The Vermontville Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disdis­ abilities at the meeting upon reasonable notice to the Vermontville Township Board. Note: Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Vermontville Township Board by calling 517-726-0355 Association this season, but both of those teams were bounced on the first night of the Class B state tournament. The Panthers went on a run in Class C, winning the dis­ trict tournament at Maple Valley High School and then the regional tournament hosted by Springport. Delton Kellogg’s run came to an end in the Class C State Quarterfinals, falling to Saginaw Nouvel Catholic Central at Ithaca High School. Nouvel fell to Manchester 57-52 in the Class C State Final at the Breslin Center in East Lansing Saturday. Four of the five Panther starters have found spots on the 2012-13 All-Barry County girls’ basketball teams. All five public high schools and all four graders are represented by the 13 members of the all-county first and second teams, one freshman, two sophomores, two juniors and eight sen­ iors. While the Panthers had the most wins in the county and the longest post-season run, Hastings, Lakewood, Maple Valley and Thornapple Kellogg all had their own great performances as well throughout the season. Girls’ Basketball First Team Members of the All-Barry County Girls’ Basketball First Team are Hastings’ Taylor Carter and Maddie Dailey, Delton Kellogg’s Brooke Martin and Malloiy Sewell, Lakewood’s Emily Kutch and Thomapple Kellogg’s Kelli Graham. Girls’ Basketball Second Team Timara Burd, Maple Valley: A three-year varsity letter-winner at Maple Valley, Burd averaged 6.8 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.2 steals a game in her senior season. “She was a great asset to the program. She worked hard,” said head coach Landon Wilkes. “Timara was asked to play many positions during her three years and never complained.” Hanna Kyle, Maple Valley: A junior guard in her third season with the Lion varsity, Kyle averaged 4.3 points, 2.1 rebounds and 1.3 steals. “She has played point guard this season and is slowly coming into her own,” said head coach Landon Wilkes. “She is one of the hardest working kids at Maple Valley. Her attitude is what sets her apart from others.” Other members ofthe All­ Barry County Girls’ Basketball Second Team are Hastings’ Grace Meade, Delton Kellogg’s Kristen Mohn and Rachel Parker, Lakewood’s Brooke Wieland and Thornapple Kellogg’s Molly Lark. Wrestling It was a different kind of wrestling season in Barry County. There have been years where the county’s five varsity wrestling teams win three different conference championships. Not this winter. Thomapple Kellogg and Hastings were edged by Grand Rapids Catholic Central in the OK Gold. Lakewood was bested by Corunna in the CAACWhite. Maple Valley and Delton Kellogg were in the middle of the pack in the KVA. Thomapple Kellogg won the county’s lone district championship as a team. There were handful of individual district champions though, and at least one member of each county team made his way to the regional round of the state tourna­ ment. Barry County wound up sending a dozen wrestlers to the individual state finals, and half ofthose guys earned the title of state medalist. All 12 of them are included on the 2012-13 All-Barry County wrestling first, and second teams. Here are the all-county wrestling teams, as chosen by their coaches. Wrestling First Team 215 Diego Pesina, Maple Valley: The Lions’ lone state qualifier, Pesina was third at both regionals and districts as a senior. Pesina was the KVA champion at 215 pounds, scoring a 3-1 win over Constantine’s Phil VanZile in the conference tournament championship. Other members ofthe All­ Barry County Wrestling First Team are Hastings’ Mitchell Sarhatt (103), Jason Slaughter (152), Kenny Cross (160) and Nate Pewoski (285), Lakewood’s Austin Kietzman (130), Jeremy Innes (140), Jordon Bennett (145), Jack Tromp (189) and Lars Pyrzinski (285), and Thomapple Kellogg’s Ronaldo Sambrano (112), Chris Poland (119), Ryan Flynn (125), Nick Flynn (130), Paul Haney (135) and Dan Dykstra (171). Wrestling Second Team 112 Kodee Crouch, Maple Valley: A sophomore who ended the year with a record of 24-20. Crouch was the runner-up in the KVA at 112 pounds this season. 119 Austin Davis, Maple Valley: A junior who started strong once again for the Lions. Davis though missed out on tournament time with the Lions, and the chance to defend his KVA champi­ onship. 285 Zach Rosenberger, Maple Valley: One of two regional qualifiers for Maple Valley. He reached the 20 victory mark in his junior year. Rosenberger was the third-place medalist at 285 pounds in the Kalamazoo Valley Association this year. Other members of the All-Barry County Wrestling Second Team are Delton Kellogg’s Kenmark Maligat (125), Hastings’ Zach Wilcox (130), Joey Siska (135), and Stephen Kendall (145), Lakewood’s Garrett Phelps 171, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Ryan Gorton (103), Austin Sensiba (140), Nick Glowe (152), Cole Gahan (160), Pete Westra (189) and Chad Geers (215). Competitive Cheer It was another great year for the local cheerleaders. The county’s five varsity competitive cheer teams compete in three different conferences, and all three conference championships went to the local teams for the second year in a row. Delton Kellogg won the Southern Michigan Competitive Cheer Conference (SMCCC), Lakewood won the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division (CAACWhite), and Thomapple Kellogg took the title in the new O-K Gold/Green Conference. Hastings was one of the better teams in the OK Gold/Green behind the Trojans, and a much improved Maple Valley squad was right on the Delton girls’ heels in the SMCCC. The three teams that won conference champions all advanced to the regional round of the state tourna­ ment, and for the second year in a row the county sent a team to the state finals. This time, that team was Lakewood - making its first appearance in the Division 3 State Finals. The Vikings placed eighth. Here are the 2012-13 All­ Barry County Competitive Cheer teams. Competitive Cheer First Team Tricia Grinage, Maple Valley: A four-year varsity cheerleader at Maple Valley, who was first team all-con­ ference and first team all-dis­ trict in Division 4 this sea­ son. Grinage participated in all three rounds. Head coach Sarah Huissen said, “Tricia has great motions, level jumps, beautiful splits/heel stretch and is capable of performing all positions in round three.” Other members of the AllBarry County Competitive Cheer First Team are Delton Kellogg’s Cassidy Morgan, Hastings’ Michela Curtis, Faith Pearlman and Sadie Walsh, Lakewood’s Chelsea Chase, Amelia Kruger, and Brooke VanValkenburg, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Michela Curtis, Kenzie Hamming, Heather Raymond Stephanie Runge and Brooklyn Lamange. Competitive Cheer Second Team Siera Rose, Maple Valley: A four-year varsity cheerleader at Maple Valley, Rose was first team all-con­ ference in the SMCCC and earned all-district honors this year. “Siera has great floor pres­ ence when she is out on the floor, as well as great jumps, flexibility skills and has been a great base and front/back spot,” said head coach Sarah Huissen. Other members of the All­ Barry County Competitive Cheer Second Team are Delton Kellogg’s Corinthia Andersen, Sydnie Frie and Mikelah Snel, Hastings’ Michelle Howelett, Desi Heers and Gabby Hubbell, Lakewood’s Megan Hokanson, Tessa Hergenrader and Alyson Spitzley, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Katherine Pino and Katie Bowling. Boys’ Swimming and Diving Thornapple Kellogg/Hastings varsity boys’ swimming and diving head coach Tyler Bultema joked that he has been select­ ed as the All-Barry County varsity boys’ swimming and diving head coach for the third time in his nine seasons this winter. Ifhe had earned the title of all-county swimming and diving head coach this win­ ter, it would mean he has a good shot at it again next winter being that TK/Hastings is the only boys’ swimming and diving team in the county and that he’ll have most of his top swimmers back. Just two of the 12 athletes on the 2012-13 All-Barry County boys’ swimming and diving team are seniors, Daegan Mix and Corey Robins. Despite having a young team, it was another solid season for the TK/Hastings’ boys who went 4-2 in OK Rainbow Tier III contests, falling only to league cham­ pion Grand Rapids Catholic Central and rival Wayland. Boys’ Swimming & Diving First Team Members of the All-Barry County Boys’ Swimming and Diving First Team are Thornapple Kellogg/Hastings’ Daegan Mix, Corey Robins, Jacob Miller, Levi Ryfiak, Nate Ryfiak, Jared Bailey and Dexx VanHouten. Boys’ Swimming & Diving Second Team Members of the All-Barry County Boys’ Swimming and Diving Second Team are Thornapple Kellogg/Hastings’ Ronnie Collins, Brandon Gray, Nick Myers, Ben Anderson and Dylan Wheeler. RAILSIDE SnHSSa Sszcs w Choose FROM Plus Warehouse Space | Contact... 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March 23, 2013 Circular sock machines crank out warm woolen socks for decades by Bonnie Mattson Staff Writer With winter wearing out its welcome, wool socks may still be in style a while longer than usual. At the March 14 Lake Odessa Area Historical Society meeting, attendees heard about the history of cir­ cular sock machines and the making of warm wool socks. Cindy Stairs of Nashville was the guest speaker, along with her sister Kris Stairs of Grand Ledge. The sisters, who married brothers, enjoy many activities together, including knitting.. Cindy shared her knowl­ edge of the history of knitting and the invention of knitting machines. Examples of early knitting have been found in tombs. These early items were made from plant fibers, and it is believed two needles were used, most likely made from sticks. A painting by Meister Bertram von Minden (1340- Darrell Schwarz (left) and David “Peewee” Erlbacher hold up the banner for Erlbacher Gearhart Knitting Machine Company in Cape Girardeau, Mo., in front of five of the circular sock machines reproduced by the company. (Photo provided) diers. Knitting machines were widely advertised, and sold door to door as a way for women to earn income at home. Still, they were not pop­ ular with hand knitters. During World War I, the machines became essential to providing soldiers with much needed mufflers, sweaters, socks and wristlets. In 1917, a special commission ofthe Red Cathy Stairs demonstrates her circular sock machine Cross cabled national head­ at the Lake Odessa Historical Society’s March 14 meet­ quarters from the war zone in ing. France, asking for 1 1/5 mil­ AMERICAN RED CROSS lion of each of those items. 1414) sometimes called the native Isaac Lamb of Milford, When Mabel Boardman, Knitting Madonna, depicts who played a large part in the the only woman member of Mary using four needles to machine’s development. the Red Cross Central Henry Griswald, who Commission realized the task knit a seamless garment. In the mid J 500s, flat looms would eventually become a facing hand knitters, a cam­ were developed to use multi­ representative for Singer paign to train them to use the ple needles for knitting. The Sewing Machines, came up knitting machine began. looms produced a long, flat with several ideas for improv­ Knitting rooms were estab­ piece of knitting that could be ing the knitting machine. lished in large homes, and seamed up the back, creating “It became a ‘war between knitting teas and speed-knit­ stockings. the needles,’” said Cindy. ting contests swept the coun­ In the mid-1800s the circu­ “Anyone could add a small try. lar sock knitting machine change and use a new patent Women were given the came into existence. John for their own version of the machines to use in their homes This poster put out by Pepper is said to have invented circular knitting machine.” the first one in 1852. Several During the Civil War, the American Red Cross others followed with new and women from both the North during World War II different versions of the and the South were kept busy encouraged women to knit machine, including Michigan knitting socks for soldiers. socks for soldiers. According to the website www.knittingdaily.com, an Tl 1861 excerpt from South (Thefollowing is a copy of Wednesday, Carolina resident Mary an article that appeared in the Chesnut’s diary reads, “I do Jan. 5,2012, Banner. It March 27,2013 not know when I have seen a appears here as a complement woman Without knitting in her 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. to a presentation on the pro­ hand.” gram made by Judge Amy Vermontville United While the knitting machine McDowell to the Nashville could produce socks much Village Council on March 14.) Methodist Church faster, they were found to be far inferior to handmade, Pleasejoin usfor an evening ofgreatfood and great Jun by David DeDecker which fared much better Staff Writer chatting it up withfriends and neighbors! through the long walks and Barry County has received FREE WILL OFFERING insufficient washing by sol- a $263,000 grant to launch the Swift and Sure Sanctions Pilot Program, which works similar to the Barry County Drug Court. The program is complete­ ly state funded. The Barry County Board of Commissioners approved the program and will front the money, then be reimbursed by the state. The grant is renewable on an annual GROUPS LEAVE ON THE HOUR AND HALF HOUR. basis. Money will also come into the county through the Easter Sunrise Service Open to the Public diverted felons fund for every person kept in commu­ © 7:00 am Bring Lawn Chair and Dress Appropriate for Weather. nity-based incarceration pro­ grams. Under the program, viola­ Saturday, 5875 S. M-66, Nashville tions of court-mandated con­ 2 miS ofNashville, ditions are dealt with in a March 30th comer ofM-79& M-66 I “swift and sure” manner. The at 11:00am 8 violator is brought into court 517 852-9003 immediately and given a www.MOO-ville.cdrn sanction, typically jail time. For three, months, partici­ pants will be randomly drug- and were paid a penny a day, along with war bonds, to make socks. By the time the armistice was signed in 1919, women wanted more economic inde­ pendence, which the sock knitting machines could pro­ vide. Once again, peddlers went door to door, selling the machines to housewives who wanted to contribute to the family earnings. As a sales incentive, the Gearhart Machine Company from Canada offered to supply the wool and buy the finished product in order for the home­ maker to earn money. Cindy Stairs said she began using a circular sock machine about seven years ago, and became, well, hooked. She has made long under­ wear, sweaters, scarves and socks on the machine. “Anything you can knit, you can tnake on this machine,” said Cindy. The sisters are both mem­ bers of the Circular Sock Machine Society of America, which holds conferences where members can submit new ideas and share their fas­ cination with the knitting machines. Today, the Gearhart machines are being repro­ duced in Missouri by Erlbacher Gearhart Knitting Machine Company. Owner David Erlbacher decided to begin reproducing the machine, after seeing one that had been made in the 1920s. According to Erlbacher’s Facebook page, the machines are not the pri­ mary product of his company, Erlbacher Gear and Machine Works, but are produced between other projects. If spring doesn’t show itself soon, knitters may have to go into high gear to keep their feet warm until summer. New court program expected to have ‘swift and sure’ results Community mid Vermontville <'■■!*■* to n rFarm Open House Tour THURSDAY, MARCH 28th FROM 6-8PM Easter Egg Hunt screened three times a week and are required to meet with a case worker once a week, and meet weekly with Barry County Circuit Court Judge Amy McDowell. Over time, the number of meetings and screenings is expected to diminish with compliance ... “What we are doing with this program is essentially keeping some people out of prison who would ordinarily be going there,” said McDowell. “Much like what we do with drug court, but these are other types of offenses. We don’t have a lotofthe serious, serious offens­ es in Barry County. We are a relatively safe community, of which we should be very proud. We.will be looking at Tier 2 offenders more than the Tier 1 s.” Tier 1 offenders include the crimes of homicide, rob­ bery, criminal sexual con­ duct, arson, assault, burglary and weapons offenses. Tier 2 includes larceny, fraud, for­ gery, embezzlement, mali­ cious destruction of property and drunk- or drugged-driving offenses. Another group eligible for the program includes people unsuccessful on probation and needing more intensive supervision. According to McDowell, the program and judge will be looking at sentencing guidelines and will make a decision whether to keep the defendant here or send them to prison. The goal is to treat violators here versus putting them in a place surrounded by hardened criminals, so they come back into the community a predictably worse criminal and commit more crimes. “That’s what we are look­ ing to-stop,” said McDowell “Many have significant trauma issues,” added McDowell. “A lot of times that drives the other ongoing issues. Substance abuse is underlying many of the offenses we are seeing ... Part ofthe program will be to build a healthy support sys­ tem around the participants, she said. The program will encourage a social network different from the past — an environment that got them into trouble. The real goal, McDowell said, is to supply appropriate treatment, assis­ tance with education and employment and put all the components together to help people be successful and stay out ofjail. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-03-30.pdf aa907cd59d0dc9bec0f7e0c8b226a038 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY news RJBUC UBRART Hastings, n 4so§g Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 13, March 30, 2013 A local paper oftoday! O’Dell honored as 2013 Water Operator Specialist of the Year by Shari Carney Staff Writer Monte O’Dell, supervisor of the Department of Public Works for Vermontville, was awarded the 2013 Water Operator Specialist of the Year by the Michigan Rural Water Association at the 23rd Annual MRWA Management and Technical conference hteld Thursday, March 21, at the Valley Plaza Resort in Midland. The award was presented by Chris Kenyon, president of the Michigan Rural Water Association, and Charles Hilton, president of the National Rural Water Association. Hilton came from Georgia to bestow the honor. Vermontville Village President Ruth Wineman had. a conversation with MRWA representative Kelly Hon. in January that led ‘to Monte O’Dell is surprised when his wife Theresa tells Wineman’s nomination. g'“The rep praised Monte's him to get dressed up for a meeting. The “meeting” was active involvement and noted an award ceremony where O’Dell received 2013 Water Operator Specialist of the Year by the Michigan Rural See AWARD, page 2Water Association. Heavy hearts, harsh words mark Indian sculpture demise by Shari Carney Staff Writer The Indian Chief sculpture by artist Mark Myers was carved from a 200-year old oak tree and. has stood at Maple Manor in Vermontville since 2002. The chief has been removed by Myers as well as the Indian woman who was at the comer of the Wild Piglet Scooter Store on Main Street. The chief has had at least 12 1/2 feet cut off at the order of the board of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Association. Gene Fisher, president of the association said the wood was rotted and the board felt it was danger­ The once 22 1/2-foot tall Indian Chief has been cut ous. down to a remnant of its former self. The chief was dis“It would take 200 years membered when the Vermontville Syrup Association to rot all the way through to board deemed the sculpture dangerous due to “rotted the inside,” said Myers of the wood.” Artist Mark Myers removed what remains of the board’s order and added, “I chief (now 10 feet tall). Feathers from the headdress was never told. I actually were broken from the fall the statue took before cuts drove by on a Sunday and were made. saw it. I can’t believe it. Somebody thought they had painted to stay in the vil­ the arrival. Myers was inter­ the right to cut one in half lage,” said Myers. Myers viewed by Maple Valley that just needed some repairs said the chief was going to News for a feature story in the new owner of the former the April 23, 2002 edition. WOTV channel 41 and CNN “I had the carving sold. I Roadhouse bar. When the chief came to was going to get it all cleaned lip, repaired and town a big fanfare welcomed See CHIEF, page 6 Floor hockey director David Hustwick (left) thanks Kyle Rose for repairs made to the gymnasium flooring at Kellogg School. Play was suspended due to warping that had occurred due to a leaking roof. Play suspended but not for long “Two floor hockey dads saved the season!! ” exclaimed Rose Heaton, co­ founder of the group Building Unlimited Growth and Sustainability that is housed in Kellogg School. Heaton was referring' to the the Barry County YMCA floor hockey season which was briefly interrupted after a leak in the roof resulted in a buckle in the gym floor. To the rescue came Kyle Rose of Rose Construction and Richard Feume, both dads of floor hockey players. Maple Valley BUGS paid for materials and Rose and Feume volunteered their labor to make the needed repairs to the floor. Due to the speedy response of the two dads, regular season games wrapped up this past Friday and Saturday and playoffs will be held in the next cou­ ple of weeks. Rose and Feume have also volunteered to make the needed repairs to the roof as soon as weather permits. "Just one phone call to Kyle and he was all over it," said Heaton. The revised floor hockey schedule is available online, www.kfhlnews.tripod.com. Games have been scheduled for Monday, April 8 and Friday April 12 with semifi­ nal games on Monday, April 15 and finals Friday, April 19. Heaton added that the YMCA is planning summer activities to be announced. Richard Feume puts the finishing touches on repairs to the floor at Kellogg School. Warping occurred due to leakage through a damaged roof. Feume, a floor hock­ ey dad, donated his labor along with Kyle Rose to repair the floor. In This Issue • Parents have say in elementary education next year • Weather and news were part of former village engineer’s day • Wrestling club has six place at 2013 MYWA State Finals • Former teachers invite MVHS students to join walk �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 30,2013 AWARD, continued from page 1 Department of Public Works Supervisor Monte O’Dell of Vermontville (center) is presented the 2013 Water Operator Specialist of the Year award by Chris Kenyon (left) president of the Michigan Rural Water Association and Charles Hilton, presi- Vermontville Village Council President Ruth Wineman and Garry Patrick, chairman of the water committee for Vermontville Village, congratulate Mohte O’Dell on receiv­ ing the 2013 Water Operator Specialist of the Year award. O’Dell is the supervisor of the department of public works for Vermontville. that she always learns some­ thing from him every time she visits Vermontville,” said Wineman. 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Somehow she got me to dress up and get out of town.” O’Dell complied reluc­ tantly, he said, when a free­ way detour to the couple’s travel plans came up and he started asking questions. Undeterred, Theresa told him to “sit back and enjoy the ride.” “I knew something was up when we pulled in and there was all these DPW trucks,” said O’Dell. Easter Dinner Specials I Upon entering the venue, accolades starting pouring in. “Yes, it was good,” summed up O’Dell. In a follow up conversa­ tion, Patrick said he and Wineman went to support O’Dell and to represent the village, adding that O’Dell’s award was a complete sur­ prise to him, as welj. In a timeline, in descend­ ing order, Wineman outlined some of the projects O’Dell has been actively involoved in, including: • Management of a 2012 S2 grant from the DEQ and the State of Michigan to study, to test and to evaluate the sewer and lagoon system for future planning. • Participation last sum­ mer in a CUPS program through the EPA and the State of Michigan. Vermontville was one oftwo municipalities, along with St. Ignace, to participate. The Village received an intern from MSU who archived records and infor­ mation of the water infra­ structure for the village. This information establishes dent of the National Rural Water Association. depreciation of the water system which aids in plan­ ning for future maintenance and replacement. • Replacement d upgrade of the 1949 water system which is 80 to 85 per­ cent, completed as of 2012. • Installation of an 8-inch water main last fall that fin­ ished the First Street project which was funded from the 2010 water bond. • An upgrade to 8-inch water lines on Round Lake Road, Allegan Street, North Main Street, West Street, and the change of the loop at Forest Street for fire safety. This project was also funded by the 2010 water bond. • Projects specified, under the 2008 water bond for the economic development of downtown improvements including streets and sidewalks, new 8-inch water mains, storm drain improve­ ments, and downtown street lighting improvements for safety and wellbeing (all ADA approved). • Projects part of the 2003 water bond for East Main Street to tie in with 8-inch mains and a new well, the sixth. • The East Main Street project that widened the street by village square, adding a curb and gutter. “Monte adamantly super­ vises the maintenance of our 1949 water tower, and ensures that it is in excellent condition for its age,” added Wineman. In addition, O’Dell has worked on cooperative agreements with surrounding communities to share equipment as well as with grants for other communities to purchase, to maintain and to share equipment such as a wood chipper. O’Dell started his career with the Village of Vermontville in 1980 and became DPW supervisor in the early 2000s. “He works tirelessly with the Village Council, is the “go to person” for village cit­ izens, and a meticulous record keeper,” said Wineman. O’Dell’s strength is devel­ oping relationships with other DPW departments, Eaton County, and State of Michigan departments, water associations, keeping lines of communication open on all fronts, including local citi­ zens. Additionally, he donates time to the community, help­ ing with the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival during the last full weekend in April, Santa visits, commu­ nity food baskets, and more. In addition to his duties as the DPW supervisor, O’Dell is the Vermontville Township Fire Chief and a member ofthe Eaton County Emergency Team with other Eaton County communities. • Swiss Steak • Baked Ham & Yams 1 • Roast Chicken & Dressing t Includes Soup & Salad Bar, Pie and Drink 55475 MapleValley News ads 269-945-9554 ir 1-809-870-7085 Parents have say in elementary ed next year Principal Susanne Waffle gives an informational session to parents during confer­ ences Tuesday, March 26. Waffle has been speaking to parents about two styles of education to be offered at Fuller Street in the 2013-14 school year — personalized or departmentalized. A survey (due April 15) asks parents to indicate a choice. The link to the survey is www.advanc-ed.org/survey/public/section/response/ begin?surveyConfigld=90175. (For more information, see the superintendent’s col­ umn in this issue of the Maple Valley News.) �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, March 30, 2013 — Page 3 Weight restrictions imposed on all state highways Allison and Norah Wiswell get up close and personal with Norah’s favorite monkey. Mackenzie Cornwell dressed the part of Curious George. Curious George gets dance moves on at Putnam Library ** fckrjfiB^j‘1 '® .yihite *r hiiteas ii aB.GKsf'ii j i it Igni ■ Mpfeffifiii I rarfiM© Is iwlaiiiiflfc ■i iLeitiss There was a large monkey on the loose at Putnam District Library Friday, March 22. Curious George, the lov­ able monkey from Margret and H. A. Rey’s classic book, was live and in person at a storytime gathering for preschoolers, reported Children’s Director Emily Mater. Forty youngsters and loved ones gathered to listen to a story, sing songs and .“monkey around” with Miss Emily and Curious George. “The highlight of the day was when the kids and mon­ key busted some moves to Laurie Berkner’s fun song, ‘I Love to Dance,”’ said Mater. Each family in attendance received a complimentary goodie bag with a board book, bookmarks and other early literacy material. In addition, each child received a sticker and had a chance to have a photo taken with Curious George. Photos can be found on the library’s Facebook page. This annual library character visit was made possible by Eaton County Great Start and the Early Childhood Literacy Coalition. Barnes As of Tuesday, March 26, weight restrictions have been imposed on all state trunkline highways in the state of Michigan, including the Upper Peninsula. The weight restrictions will apply to state routes with M, I or US desig­ nations. In the restricted areas, the following will apply: • On routes designated as “all-season routes” (designat­ ed in green and gold on the MDOT Truck Operators Map), there will be no reduc­ tion in legal axle weights. • On routes designated as “seasonal” (designated in solid or dashed red on the MDOT Truck Operators Map), there will be a posted weight reduction of 25 percent for rigid pavements and 35 percent for flexible pavements. For weight restriction information and updates, call 800-787-8960 or access this information online, www.michigan.gov/truckers, under “Restrictions.” Teacher gets a pie TJ Duckett visited Maple Valley junior high to pie a teacher in the face. Landon Wilkes, seventh grade teacher was the recipient of the cream-laden projectile. Teacher Tonja Myers and students have been collecting change for two weeks to raise money for The Oldham Project, which provides free professional portraits to children and adults suffering from life-threatening illnesses. The teacher whose jug collected the most money was the winner. 111111111111111II11111111.1 i!.! I i! 11! I! 11!! 1J! 11 Foster care open house planned Sheri & Al Reynolds and Marv & Sue Raffler The ‘Spring into Action’ open house about local foster care will be offered Tuesday, April 23, at Grace Community Church, 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville. From 5 to 6 p.m. prospec­ tive foster parents will have time to visit, ask questions and pick up information. A video will be presented beginning at 6 p.m. For more information, to RSVP (optional) or to learn more about the upcoming training schedule to become foster adoptive parents, email jkuelle HayesJ@michigan.gov or call 269- 948-3216. B Maple Valley Leadership student Haile Varney gets a hug from Curious George. and Noble donated two paperback copies of Curious George books that were given away as door prizes. High school students from the Maple Valley leadership class assisted at the event as well. 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March 30,2013 Vermontville 100 years of history — 1836 to 1936 Since the early 1880s, we the background and firm find the names of C.E. foundation for the weaving, Andrew though oft times of neutral Hammond, by Juliette L. Gehman Aiderman, George Lamb, color. and Jennie E. Martin Only two familiar names In giving consideration to a Frank Loomis, A.G. Jewell, town's development and George W. Browning, Horace — Barber and Lamb — were growth, the increase of busi-L. Curtis, J.B. Stone, Charles seen on Main Street but the ness opportunities becomes a and Frank Hull, Chester and group of people — a list too S.S. long to enumerate — who are Ambrose, prime factor, and after 17 Frank years during which Bellevue, Rockwell, J.C. Downing, engaged in our present busiMarshall and Battle Creek David Young, Spencer Allen, ness activities still co-operate were the principal trading Daniel Allen, M.L. Stiles, and succeed in keeping points, the 1853 opening of a S.A. Fuller, W.M. Griswold Vermontville a popular tradstore with a fair-sized general and John Rhodes to whose ing point. While this record deals of stock, by the firm of Hale and public spirit while village Frink, was an important event president, we owe our present necessity with the general substantially built town hall. growth of Vermontville in for Vermontville. This was followed by a All of these have left the every line and in which the men ofthe community played succession of business places, earthly scene of their labors. E.B. Hammond, E.D. the larger and more promiand the names of Wells R. Martin, Homer G. Barber, Barber, W.C. Alsover, C.A. nent part, it should never be D.F. Barber. Henry J. Martin, Anderson and E.G. Bowman forgotten that back of these James Fleming and W.H. have played their large part in stood the pioneer women, Mr. who, in silent but staunch loylife. To Benedict are prominently village connected with Vermontville Anderson's activity is due our alty to their men, endured mercantile activities during present fine pavement in the with extreme fortitude and the 20 years from 1855 to center of the village, while to patience all the hardships of 1875, while some of them the enthusiastic optimism of life in a new country. Who, continued in business for Mr. Roy Mathews we owe in amid conditions of insuffiyears after that. large part the building of our cient housing, scanty food at Anything like a complete present-day fine school build- times, lack of every comfort, roster of the men who were ing. beset by homesickness, still the backbone of Vermontville Many others from the carried on. My grandmother, commercial life is not possi- beginning up to the present Emily R. Martin, who spent ble but the names of O.G. whose names recall those the last 50 years of life in this Stebbins, Willard Dickinson, who in a more quiet way con- Michigan town, never, until William Bodine, Daniel tributed to a worthwhile vil- her passing in 1885, was able Church, M.J. Cunningham lage life. We may mention the to quite overcome her homeand Frank J. Bailey come at names of Fay, Sprague, Lake, sick longing for the Green once into the thought, all of Tracy, Hyde, Kelley, Bale, Mountains of her native whom have passed beyond Hanford, Tyler, Morey, Vermont. All honor to these except Mr. Bailey, who at the Dorman, Slout, Lackey. pioneer women and their time of this writing, has been These fit into the woven pat- equally brave successors. the longest continuous resi- tern of Vermontville history, Communications dent of the village, retired for it is not always the brightIn no line of progress durfrom business but still men- est threads that tend to a firm ing the last century are differtally alert at the age of 84. stuff, but the warp which is ences more marked than in Part IX Happy 89th Birthday April 5* Card Shower for: Leola Lundstrom The Sugarbush House 1152 Woodkrest Lane Flint, Ml 48532 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 am.. 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 1-269-731-5194. 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 CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 9:45 am. Morning Worship................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship.............................. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ......... .6:45 p.m. . PASTOR . MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main SL, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m...... 6:00-7:15............... Sun: 9:00.............. 10:00..................... 1100...................... ... Family Supper ....... Pioneer Club ..Sunday School ..Church Service ........... Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration ...9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training . PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org the constantly improving Parmenter, had, prior to this tem has covered the country date, installed a mechanical with its millions of wires and methods of communication.. The early colonists of 1836 phone of a crude character now, in 1936, radio has annihad absolutely no contact between office and home. hilated distance and brought with the world outside the This consisted of two silk the whole world into every local borders, except, at first, drums with outside circular home with the turn of a a weekly mail, and the slow, rims of wood and a wire was switch and swing of a dial. difficult trips on horseback or stretched in a straight line Likewise, transportation has in lumber wagons for purpos- across the lots. To “call,” a seen marvels since the days es oftrade as has been record- signal was given by tapping when travel by horseback and the drum with a pen knife or canoe, stagecoach, covered ed.. This state of affairs was some other hard instrument. wagon, primitive trains and slow of change. During 25 There were no poles, and the sail-ships covered all the years, but little improvement wire was fastened to trees. It known means of movement came about, and during the was Dr. George’s duty to act from place toplace. Civil War when excitement as “line-man” and repair any In this year, 1936, and anxiety were at fever break caused by wind or streamed-lined trains, great heat, getting the news quickly storm. ocean liners, air ships and was a serious question. We quote now directly millions of automobiles offer The Michigan Central form Dr. Parmenter: speedy transfer to every part “On my way home from of the globe. Railroad brought Detroit papers to Jackson, a stage school one noon, probably in Industrial life also has seen transported them to Charlotte, the year 1887, I noticed a a similar complete change. and a local purse was made gang of men digging post Whereas the village blackup to hire a pony rider to holes and putting up long smith was called upon, once, bring them each day to poles right through the Main to make nearly everything in Vermontville. No one retired Street of Vermontville. This iron; the spinning wheel was until every item of news had was something new and I in every home, plowing done been read. watched the process and with a crooked stick and mills When the Grand River asked questions. I noticed that run by water power, we now Valley Railroad was built, the line of poles came to the have the great plants specialtelegraph communication comer by the Methodist izing in every kind of manubecame possible, as well as church and turned east. I was facture and employing mil­ frequent mail, but that was told they were for a telephone lions of workers. line from Grand Rapids to not until 1870. In no one thing has the The entrance of the first Detroit ... Here was news! I world been more benefited telephone line into the village hurried home and at the din- than in the development of with a pay -station in the store ner table told the family what lighting methods. of Stone and Hull was anoth- I had seen and heard, and Advancement from the day er milestone in local history. guided by my long experience when a tallow candle or the The writer (JEM) recalls as and being an old hand at the glow from a fireplace was the a child, playing with a toy — telephone game, I predicted sole means of illumination, “contraption” consisting of they would never get any- has been slow but steady, two pasteboard cups, the bot- where with that thing. Two bringing in turn kerosene, gas toms covered with skin and in hundred miles long and right and electricity, each developthe center of each a cord was here in our town they had vio- ing a high degree of perfecfastened with a knot. This lated one of the cardinal laws tion. With the neon light now cord had a length of some 40 of physics. They had turned a glowing on signs everywhere, feet thus uniting the cups. We right angle with the wire. My it may truly be said “night has thought it a marvel to hear father laughed and told Joe been turned into day.” The remarks whispered by a child Stone of my prediction. Later writer recalls a time in the at the far end when holding a Mr. Stone called me in and let 1870s when Doctor Robert cup to the ear. me talk with someone in Kedzie, a guest in the home Dr. George Parmenter of Grand Rapids and I was com- on a visit from Lansing, Petoskey has contributed to pelled to acknowledge that in spoke ofthe new electric light this article a bit of personal most ways this phone was as an interesting discovery, recollection about the Bell better than ours; in fact, a suc- but he doubted if it would telephone line which came cess in spite of right angles.” ever be of much practical through the town somewhere Since the day of that first value. in the late 1880s. installed telephone line a Prophecy sometimes goes His father, Dr. William local and long distance sys- awry. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a A.M. Service.................................... 11 a P.M. Service...................................... 6 Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. .Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 1230 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship............................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School.............................. 10 A.M. Service.............................. 11:15 P.M. Service..................................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH . 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................... 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. M-79 West W.orship ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 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 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. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 30, 2013 EASY EASTER BRUNCH Page 5 Pancake Breakfast Sandwich FAMILY FEATURES he ingredients for an easy weekend breakfast or a special Easter brunch may be in your pantry right now. Holidays are the perfect time to sprinkle additional creativity or fresh new thinking into meals for family and friends and — by using staples like pancake mix, syrup and instant mashed potatoes in unexpected ways — you can craft new and delicious dishes sure to make everyone smile. Try these recipes from Hungry Jack* using simple pantry staples, and turn them into what will become new brunch favorites: ■ Put a unique spin on brunch food with a savory Ham, Egg and Cheese Pizza: ■ DIY Pancake Breakfast Sandwiches'. You can assemble them for your guests, or get everyone involved by letting them build their own and add some custom touches like eggs, cheese or bacon. ■ Combine sweet, spicy and smoky flavors for Spicy-Candied Bacon, a definite crowd pleaser. ■ Set out some flavored or Greek yogurt and a bowl of Good Morning Granola so guests can create their own breakfast parfaits. For more creative recipes and ideas, visit www.hungryjack.com. with a Pantry Punch jil'JU Ham, Egg and Cheese Pizza Ham, Egg and Cheese Pizza Spicy Candied Bacon Yield: 6 slices Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes 1/2 pound extra-thick cut bacon, about 6 slices 1/4 cup Hungry Jack Original Syrup 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon cracked black pepper 1. HEAT oven to 375°F. Line 15 x 10-inch baking pan with foil. Lay bacon slices on foil. 2. BAKE 18 to 20 minutes or until bacon edges begin to curl. Remove from oven. Tilt pan to drain. Pat b^con with paper towel. Combine syrup, cayenne pepper, cinnamon and pepper in small bowl. Drizzle evenly over bacon slices. 3. BAKE 5 minutes or until evenly browned. Remove to wire rack. Cool 5 minutes. Serving suggestion: Candied Bacon Breakfast Sandwich: Layer fried egg on English muffin. Top with shredded cheese, Spicy Candied Bacon and a dash ofhot sauce or ketchup. Top with other half of English muffin. Good Morning Granola Yield: 5 cups Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes 3 cups old-fashioned roiled oats 1 cup sliced almonds 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut (optional) 2 tablespoons wheat germ 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 tablespoons Crisco Pure Vegetable Oil 1/2 cup Hungry Jack Sugar Free Breakfast Syrup 2 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar 1 cup dried fruit, such as raisins, golden raisins, cherries or cranberries 1. HEAT oven to 350°-F. 2. COMBINE oats, almonds, coconut, wheat germ,.salt and cinnamon in large bowl. Combine oil, syrup and brown sugar in another bowl. Pour over oat mixture. Toss until well coated. Spread evenly in 13 x 9-inch pan. 3. BAKE 30 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Cool completely. Stir in dried fruit. Store in airtight container at room temperature. Yield: 8 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Crust: Crisco* Original No-Stick Cooking Spray 1 3/4 cups Hungry Jack Complete Buttermilk Pancake & Waffle Mix 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/3 cup water 2 tablespoons Crisco Pure Olive Oil Filling: 3 large eggs 1 cup sour cream 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard. 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh dill weed or 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup shredded Swiss or cheddar cheese 1/3 cup thinly sliced green onion 4 ounces thinly sliced deli-styled baked ham, coarsely chopped Fresh dill sprigs (optional) For crust: 1. HEAT oven to 425°F. Coat 12-inch pizza pan with no-stick cooking spray. Combine pancake mix, Parmesan cheese, dry mustard and onion powder in medium bowl, stirring until blended. Stir in water and olive oil until dough forms. 2. PRESS dough onto bottom ofpre­ pared pan to form a crust, building up outside edge to form a rim. Bake 7 minutes. Forfilling: 1. WHISK eggs, sour cream, Dijon mustard, dill and salt in medium bowl. Stir in cheese and green onions. Pour over hot crust, spreading evenly. Toss ham to separate pieces. Sprinkle evenly over egg mixture. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until egg mixture is set in center. Cool 5 minutes before cutting. Garnish with fresh dill, ifdesired. Good Morning Granola Pancake Breakfast Sandwich Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: F5 minutes Pancakes: Crisco Original No-Stick Cooking Spray 3/4 cup Hungry Jack Complete Buttermilk Pancake & Waffle Mix 1/3 cup water 1/4 cup Hungry Jack Original Syrup 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 cup frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed, chopped into bite-sized pieces 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 3-inch round sausage patties* Eggs: 1 tablespoon butter 1/3 cup diced red pepper 4 large eggs 1/8 teaspoon salt Forpancakes: 1. COAT griddle or skillet with no­ stick cooking spray. Heat griddle or skillet on medium heat (35O°F). 2. WHISK pancake mix, water and syrup in medium bowl. Stir in cheese, potatoes and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook sausage patties as directed on package. 3. POUR 2 tablespoons batter on griddle, spreading batter to make a 3-inch circle or by using 3-inch pancake molds, coated with no­ stick cooking spray. Repeat to make 7 more pancakes. Cook 2 minutes or until golden brown. Turn. Cook second side 2 minutes. For eggs: 1. MELT butter in large skillet Add red pepper. Cook and stir about 1 minute. Whisk eggs and salt in small bowl. Pour into skillet with peppers. Cook slightly, then shape into four 3-inch circles about the same size as the pan­ cakes and sausage. 2. PLACE one pancake on plate. Top with cooked sausage patty, egg and another pancake to make breakfast sandwich. Repeat with remaining ingredients to make 3 more sandwiches. *TIP: Ifusing pre-made sausage patties, flatten slightly into 3-inch rounds, ifnecessary. �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 30, 2013 CHIEF, continued from page 1 Sculptor Mark Myers’ Fireman will remain at the Vermontville Fire Station for now, said Myers. Due to the cutting of the Indian Chief sculpture that stood at Maple Manor since 2002, Myers has removed it and the Indian Woman that stood at the corner of the Wild Piglet Scooter Store (former Vermontville Hardware). This photo of the Indian Chief was taken during the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival of 2011. Once 22 1/2-foot tall, the statue was cut to 10 feet due to rotted wood at the base according to the board of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Association. also interviewed Myers who said people have come from all over the world to see the sculpture and have a picture taken with it. “I helped put Vermontville back on the map,” said Myers. Having the sculptures in Vermontville was to show his appreciation for village, said Myers but, upon seeing the dismembered chief, it was removed as well as the Indian Woman. Vermontville Department of Public Works Superintendent Monte O’Dell who is the fire chief for the village saw Myers removing the two sculptures and asked him to leave the fireman that is positioned at the fire bam. Surface rot is how Myers explained the- troublesome area that caused the cutting. “I had one in Florida that termites had damaged and I used concrete and plastic resin to repair it,” said Myers. “I have another one in Charlotte (a Harley Mark Myers of Vermontville at work on Indian Chief a 22 1/2-foot tall sculpture made from an oak tree. The tree was from the artist’s father’s farm. The statue com­ pleted in 2002 was valued at $12,000 and placed on a cement slab at the Vermontville Maple Manor. The slab was prepared by the Maple Valley Syrup Association. (Photo by Kim Joppie) Davidson motorcycle at CB’s Bar.) Grubs had gotten to it at the ground level caus­ ing the outside wood to come off. I took the rotted wood out and poured a concrete footer. It will last for years.” With carvings in Florida, and the mid-Michigan area, Myers is stunned at what has happened. “Everybody has an under­ standing. I thought I was good. I don’t understand any of this.” In addition to 12-plus feet cut off from the bottom, dirt was ground into the sculp­ ture and feathers from the headdress were broken off, said Myers. In 2002 the Indian Chief carved by Mark Myers of Vermontville is readied to be brought to the village for display. The statue stood at the corner of the hardware store until being placed at the Maple Manor. (Photo by Kim Joppie) Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers * Lakewood News * Maple Valley News * Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News * Reminder * Hastings Banner This close up of the top of the Indian Woman, sculpt­ ed by Mark Myers, was during the 2012 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. The statue was reclaimed by Myers who also removed the shortened Indian Chief that stood at Maple Manor home of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Association. Syrup Association President Gene Fisher said a committee comprised of himself, Steve Hayes, Margaret Cook and Karen and Larry Haigh made the decision to remove the rotted wood to prevent it from “falling over” on a child, the Maple Manor, or the-* car wash. Fisher said the associ­ ation owned the sculpture. “I told Mark the only way [to display it] is ifyou give it to us and keep it up, get it painted,” said Fisher. “The plan was to cut it down and place it in the bam, [Maple Manor] to restore it like it should have been, out of the weather.” There was a big growth of moss and decay on the left shoulder added Fisher. “It had not been main­ tained. We had to take dras­ tic measures.” When asked if Myers was told Fisher said, “We did not contact him. It was our Indian — he gave it to us. That was the agreement to have it here, unless he give it to the syrup association and maintained it.” When asked ifthe associa­ tion’s property was stolen what measures were taken to retrieve it, Fisher said, “I never pursued it. It’s one less thing we have to worry about or maintain.” Greg Wendorf, owner of Wild Piglets Scooter Store witnessed the cutting of the chief saying Fisher, Shane Hickey and an unidentified man were there. The man was later identified as Ryan Dunlop by Hickey. “They shouldn’t have done it without Mark there,” said Wendorf. “People would come and take pic­ tures — still today they will do that and now they’re gone. To me that’s a terrible thing.” “I would have went to Continued next page �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. March 30. 2013 — Page 7 From previous page S s <s. >”***» .J ,® ®®S M ®S «nm(- Mark and said ‘I’ve got peo­ ple lined up — keep every­ thing on the up and up,” said Wendorf who added the sculpture was rotted more than Myers thought it was. Kim Joppie who helped Myers with the Indian Chief in 2002 said, “We did not give anything away ... I’ve been around for every one of those and delivered them. Gene Fisher didn’t own any­ thing.” Joppie said Myers received a phone call telling him somebody had cut his carving in half. Two months of work went into the origi­ nal sculpture. “It was never, ever donat­ ed to anybody,” said Joppie. “They are listed for sale since it was delivered to town. Listed for $12,000 when it was first completed.”, Joppie was shocked and said of Myers, “He is devas­ tated. Mark’s work is his life.” Hickey has yet another take on the story saying “We tried to get a hold of him for about seven months. My grandfather, Gene Fisher, asked me because I have the equipment. Ryan [Dunlop] had the chain saw and did the cutting. I just laid it down ... we cut it down at the waist but it looked really dorky.” Hickey described the cut wood as rotted like mulch saying lag screws were pulled out easily by hand. J!® ttnoimuknn Constituents share concerns This 200-year old oak tree became Indian Chief a sculpture by Mark Myers. The tree was from Myers’ father’s farm. The sculpture was completed in 2002. (Photo by Kim Joppie) “That statue was held by gravity. It could have easily fell over on someone or fall­ en over on Maple Manor,” said Hickey. Despite the varied stories of ownership, damage and responsibility, Myers said the fireman carving will remain for now and the Indian woman may be returned in time for the syrup festival. l™1 woiupaiij, ** Myw’ffll(jjnk Maple Miitt,iip4f ’liFiita safer fe- IMOWfeij! pins ‘IttMifer siaj [to&plajii|iinRi tousiodkspit^fit painted.’ sal Fita‘?i jurist ]tat(litai ■jdp ^xhttlnW limit fa]bmhtifci tiai Minting rata' ewi^' j® ml to) ® ‘ftWfclta'* Children’s parade theme announced Characters from chiFdren’s story books is the theme of the annual children’s parade for the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. The chil­ dren’s parade will be Saturday, April 27, at 11 a.m. Kids should line up at 10:30 a.m. in front of the opera house, said organizer Mary Fisher. Participants, from infants to fifth graders, will receive amusement ride tickets, maple syrup candy and a Frisbee. Four winners will be chosen for additional prizes. Horses and dogs are not allowed in the children’s parade. For more information call Fisher, 517-726-0670. Library, Revue hosting Under the Sea Tea King Triton and his court are happy to announce that his daughters will be hosting a tea party for the human children in the Maple Valley area, said Emily Mater, event coordinator and children’s director of Putnam District Library. This “under water” party will take place Saturday, April 13, in the Main Street Banquet room. Putnam District Library is hosting the event in partnership with the library’s teen advisory group and The Revue. Palace officials have con­ firmed that Ariel, her sisters, and various other characters from The Revue’s upcoming production of Little Mermaid, Jr. will be in atten­ dance. Festivities will commence at noon and are to include eating seafaring delicacies, creating an under the sea craft as well as entertainment by members of the Revue. Princess Ariel and her sis­ ters will be available for pho­ tos during the party as well. Attendees should wear their best ocean-side apparel appropriate for the presence of royalty, Details are avail­ able in the library’s Facebook event or by calling .the library. This is the fourth year for the library’s annual tea party. “I am looking forward to the event and a memorable time for all,” said Mater. “This is the second tea party we have done with our com­ munity partners at the Revue, and we love supporting the literary choices of our com­ munity theatre.” Reservations are required and the event is limited to children in. grades kinder­ garten to fifth. Each child is allowed to bring one adult guest and the names of those attending must be included in the reservation to the library. RSVP in person at the library, by phone 517-852­ 9723, or email EMater@putnamlib.org. The Revue’s production of Little Mermaid Jr. will be in May. Performances * are scheduled for the weekends of May 3,4,5 and 10,11,12. Reservations for the Revue performances open April 15. Call to place your Maple Valley News ad 269-945-9554or 1-800-870-7085 As your state representa­ tive, I am committed to hold­ ing communication and accessibility as high priori­ ties. To accomplish this, I use a variety of avenues, including hosting coffee hours throughout Eaton County, writing articles in local papers, responding to letters and emails from con­ stituents, and personally call­ ing residents. I also have monthly e-newsletters that you can sign up for on my website. As I have met and talked with residents, people have expressed common con­ cerns. At the top ofthe list is the increased tax burden resulting from recent cuts in credits and deductions in addition to the new pension tax. Parents worry over the need for adequate funding to meet their children’s educa­ tional needs. There is also concern over how needed repairs to our roads will be addressed without increasing the burden on struggling middle-class families. Critical legislation with major implications for the future has moved quickly through the legislature. First was the overhauling of Blue Cross Blue Shield. I opposed this because it will likely cause ‘medigap’ policies to be too expensive for many seniors. The governor has signed this bill into law. I also voted against a bill expanding the Education Achievement Authority. I opposed the EAA for many reasons, including the fact that it strips aWay local con­ trol of schools and allows public schools to become for-profit charter schools. That bill is now before the Senate. Among the many bills that I have supported and co­ sponsored is one to allow primary election voters to vote for their preferred can­ didate for each office, regardless of political party, and another to address patient care problems at hos­ pitals due to nurse staffing shortages. In future articles I will discuss bills I have introduced to improve gov­ ernment ethics, help military families and spurjob growth. I welcome comments and questions at www.abed.housedems.com; call 517-373-0587 or by email to TheresaAbed@house.mi.gov �Page 8 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, March 30,2013 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on September 13, 2004, by Bruce D. Newton and Nancy H. Newton, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainSfreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on September 20, 2004, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1134130, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated December 1, 2011, recorded on December in 22, 2011, 2011, Instrument Number 201112220012057, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Eighty-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Four and 38/100 Dollars ($89,304.38); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative ‘ by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ph Thursday, April 25, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock ih the after­ noon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction- or venue tor purposes of. satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said fflortgag? ; jjipntioned and. described as follows: LAND SIT(TaTED TNI THE TOWNSHIP OF Hope, county of barry, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Parcel 1: Beginning at a point of the North line of Section 36, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, distant 430.00 feet East of the North quarter Post of said Section; thence continuing East, along North Section line 310.00 feet; thence South, at right angles to said North Section line, 290.00 feet; thence West 310.00 feet; thence North 290.00 feet to the point of beginning. Also an ease­ ment for ingress and Ogress with others for use in common over the driveway now located on the premises lying East of and adja­ cent to the above described premises. Commonly known address: 1497 W. Dowling Road, Dowling, Michigan 49050 Tax Parcel Number: 08-07-036-00410 Parcel 2: A parcel of land ih the Northwest quarter of Section 15,, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as; beginning at a point 1696.98 feet West of the 'North and South quarter line and 1171.78 feet South of the North one eighth line of said Section and running thence South 44 egees 22 minutes ues West es 160 degrees feet, thence North 87 degrees 32 minutes 30 seconds West 137.3 feet, thence North 2 degrees 27 minutes 30 seconds East 78 feet, thence North 51 degrees 56 min­ utes East 194.47 feet, thence South 45 degrees 58 minutes East 126.5 feet to .the place of beginning. Commonly known address: 3901 S. Shore Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046 Tax Parcel Number: 08-07-015-024­ 00 The period within which the above premises may beredeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: March 15, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (03-23)(04-13) Local students named to CMU honors list LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on October 28, 2008; by Jordan M. Sheely and Tiffany R. Sheely, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on November 5, 2008, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry -County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 20081105-0010748, which mortwas to gage was assigned Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated February 8, 2013, recorded on February 13, 2013, in Instrument Number 2013-001707, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the. sum of NinetyOne Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Four and 51/100 Dollars ($91,864.51); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part? thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse. in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder Dr bidders at public-auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE VILLAGE OF FREEPORT, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: The South half of Lot 3 and 4 of Block 4, Village of Freeport according to the recorded Plat thereof, as record­ ed in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 22, and subject to that easement recorded in Liber 544 on Page 478, for the right to use the following described land for the pur­ pose of using and maintaining a building which is now .existing on the following described land: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the South half of Lot 3, Block 4, of the Village of Freeport, according to the' Plat thereof recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 22, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, thence South 11 feet plus or minus, along the West Lot line of Lot 3, thence East 23.8 feet parallel with the North Lot line of Lot 3, thence North 11 feet, plus or minus, to the North Lot line of Lot 3, thence West along the North Lot line of Lot 3 to the point of beginning. Commonly known address: 123 N. State St., Freeport, Michigan 49325 Parcel ID Number: 08-43­ 104-003-50 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accorance with w ec accordance M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the rede.mption, period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: March 15,2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee for Attorneys Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (03-23)(04-13) Central Michigan University has released its honors list for the fall 2012 semester. To qualify, stu­ dents must earn grade point average of 3.5 or higher. Local students on the list include: Nashville Amanda LEGAL NOTICE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by RICK FEIRICK and NANCY FEIRICK, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Mortgagee, dated July 16, 2005, and recorded on August 26, 2005, in Document No. 1151709, and assigned by said mortgagee to Federal National Mortgage Association; as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Eight Thousand Six Hundred SixtyOne Dollars and Sixty-Six Cents ($148,661.66), including interest at 3.380% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided-, notice is hereby given that said mort­ gage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, At the t East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 01:00 PM o'clock, on. April 18, 2013 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: SITUATED AND BEING IN THE TOWNSHIP OF THORNAPPLE IN BARRY COUNTY, AND STATE OF MICHIGAN, AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-W1T: PAR­ CEL 1: THE SOUTH 225 FEET OF THE WEST 300 FEET OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIP­ TION; BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF SEC­ TION 34,. TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, 598 FEET SOUTH OF THE WEST 1 / 4 POST, THENCE EAST 476 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 714.80 FEET, THENCE WEST 476 FEET, THENCE NORTH 714.80 FEET TO BEGINNING. PARCEL 2: THE SOUTH 225 FEET OF THE EAST 49 FEET OF THE WEST 349 FEET OF THE FOL­ LOWING: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF SECTION 34, TOWN 4 NORTH, Range 10 west, thornap­ ple TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, 598 FEET SOUTH OF THE WEST, 1 I 4 CORNER; THENCE EAST 476 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 714.8 FEET; THENCE WEST 476 FEET; THENCE NORTH 714.8 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless deter­ mined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241 a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. If the above referenced property is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 600 of the Michigan Compiled Laws, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damag­ ing the property during the redemption period.' Federal National Mortgage Association Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 LBPS.002567 FNMA (03-16)(04­ 06) 06807245 Erwin. Sunfield — Will Augst Vermontville — Mackensye Ancona, Leighla Line. LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE. YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jerry J. Patten and Pamela S. Patten, husband and wife, to Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Successor by Merger to Wachovia Bank of Delaware, National Association, Formerly Known as First Union National Bank of Delaware successor by merger to First Union Home Equity Bank, National Association,- Mortgagee, dated October 20, 1998 and recorded December 18,1998 in Instrument Number 1022580, Barry County Records, Michigan and re­ recorded November 5,1998 in Instrument Number 1020435, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Five Hundred One and 90/100 Dollars ($106,501.90) including interest at 8.69% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings? Michigan in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on APRIL 25, 2013. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 251, 252 and 253 of Algonquin Lake Resort Properties Unit Number 2 as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 63. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, in which" case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: Thp 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. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ erty, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 23, 2013 Orlans Associates, PC. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 1.2-510480 (03-23)(04-13) 06807696 Call for classifieds 945-9554 or 1-899-879-7085 From the Pulpit The celebration of Easter by Pastor Daniel Smith Vermontville Bible Church Easter Sunday is a day of amazing celebration. It is the day that Christians all over the world rejoice because of Jesus’ resurrection from the dead. There is ho question that Jesus Christ claimed to be God in the flesh. In John 10:30, Jesus said, “I and the Father are one.” A couple of chapters before that in John 8:58, Jesus said, “Truly, truly, I say to you, before Abraham was bom, am. What Jesus is saying is more than He existed before Abraham some 2,000 years before Him, but the phrase “I am” is an Old Testament name for God. God told Moses in Exodus 3:14, tell them “I am” sent you! The Jews knew exactly what Jesus was saying, because in both passages, they took up stones in an attempt to stone Him for blasphe­ my, because He really was claiming to be God. Why should we believe Jesus’ claim to be God? Well, for one reason, Jesus walked out of the grave just like He said He would. If someone claims to be God, and then rises from the dead, maybe we should listen to him. Why did Jesus come? According to the Bible, Jesus death was part of God’s plan. Seven hundred years before Jesus was bom, Isaiah predicted in Isaiah 53:6, “All of us like sheep have gone astray, each of us has turned to his own way, but the Lord has caused the iniquity (sin) ofus all to fall on Him.” I Corinthians 15:3 says that “Christ died for our sins.” He died on our place to take the punishment for our sin. Jesus said in John 3:16 that God so loved the world, He so loved you and me, that He gave His only begotten Son, Jesus, who died on the cross, that whoever believes on Him will not perish, but have everlasting life. The awesome truth is that Jesus didn’t stay dead. On the third day, He rose from the grave, and was seen hot only by His disciples, but by over 500 people at once, by friends and enemies alike, whose lives were transformed by His resurrection. Because Jesus rose from the dead, so will all who know Him as their personal Savior. Easter Sunday really is a day of amazing celebration. 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 April 24, 2013 by 4:00 p.m. Bring or mail all bids to the Village Office at 203 N Main, PO Box 587, Nashville, Ml 49073. They will be opened and the highest bid accepted at the council meeting scheduled for April 25, 2013. For more information or to see the wood please contact Scott Decker at 517-852-9571. 06808322 VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE COUNTY OF EATON, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF DELAYED EFFECT OF ORDINANCE NO. 13-02 AND RIGHT TO PETITION FOR ELECTION ON ORDINANCE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on March 14,2013, at a reg­ ular meeting of the Village Council of the Village of Vermontville, County of Eaton, Michigan (the “Village”), held in the Village Hall, the Village Council adopted an ordinance, Ordinance No. 13-02, to amend the Village’s Code of Ordinances (the “Code”) by adding a new section, Section 53.4. Section 53.4, entitled “Treasurer," provides that the Village Treasurer shall be nominated by the President and appointed by the Village Council instead of election of the Treasurer by Village electors. The appointed Treasurer serves as the pleasure of the Village Council and may be removed with or without cause and without notice. Pursuant to Section 4 of the Ordinance, the Ordinance becomes effective 45 days after the date of adoption of the Ordinance by the Village Council unless a petition signed by not less than 10% ofthe registered electors ofthe Village is filed with the Village Clerk within the 45-day period. If a petition is filed and deemed sufficient, the Ordinance .would take effect only upon approval ofthe Ordinance by Village electors at an election held on the question ofthe adoption of the Ordinance. A copy of Ordinance No. 13-02 may be inspected or purchased at the Village office, 121 Eastside Drive, Vermontville, Michigan, during Village office hours. Dated: March 14,2013 06808124 VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, March 30, 2013 — Page 9 Upcoming changes in elementary explained “Change will not come ifwe waitfor some otherperson or ifwe waitfor some other time. We are the ones we've been waiting for. We are the change that we seek. ” — Barack Obama Regardless of your political affiliations, President Obama’s quote is perfect to express the changes currently happening at Maple Valley Schools. Changes in State fund­ ing have dictated significant changes in how we offer servic­ es and the amount ofresources and staffwe have to devote to instruction. Mandated changes to the curriculum have forced staff to realign their grade level content expectations and changes to the testing environment have a required intense accountability. The changes in funding have been dramatic. When I arrived in 2010 the budget was $12 million. The district had already reduced expenditures and was preparing for another year of funding cuts. Those cuts have continued and next year our budget is expected to be $9.5 million. This is a reduction of $2.5 million in three years. We have reduced our expendi­ tures and used our fund balance to offset the rising costs of providing services. I think our staff has done a great job doing more with less and being creative in providing a quality instructional envi­ ronment. However, we are still having issues meeting the state standards for proficiency in many grade levels and sub­ jects. Even after considering poverty rates, our scores do not reflect the current capacity ofour students. Michigan has also mandated a new set of curriculum that requires an overhaul of current standards. The new English language arts curriculum requires a sig­ nificant shift from reading fiction to non-fiction. At the ele­ mentary level this means at least half of all reading needs to be informational. Mathematics is also dramatically changing. Students will be focusing on gaining a sense of numbers rather than mem- SPRING BRUSH CLEAN UP The Village of Nashville will be picking up brush on Monday, April 8th, 15th, 22nd, & 29th. Please place any brush, leaves, or limbs that you want picked up next to the curb by Monday morning. Nashville DPW 06808324 Castleton Township Notice The regular board meetings of the Castleton Township Board are the first Wednesday of each month, unless noted, at 7 p.m. at the Castleton Township Hall located at 915 Reed St., Nashville, MI 49073. The meeting dates are as follows: April 3,2013 July 10,2013* October 2,2013 January 8,2014 May 1,2013 August 7,2013 November 6,2013 February 5,2014 June 5,2013 September 4,2013 December 4,2013 March 5,2014 The Castleton Township Board will provide auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials, to individuals with dis­ abilities at the meetings upon five days notice to the Castleton Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Castleton Township Clerk by writing or calling: Lorna L. Wilson Castleton Township Clerk 915 Reed St., P.O. Box 679 Nashville, MI 49073 517-852-9479 All Township meetings are in compliance with Michigan’s Open Meetings Act Public Act No. 267 of 1976 as amended. 06776695 orizing step-by-step processes. The state has also mandated a new test. The Smarter Balanced Assessment is a problem-based testing system that asks students to apply what they have learned. This is a shift from answering questions with a right or wrong answer. This test will be operational by the 2014-15 school year and our current kindergarten students will be expected to pass this test in third grade. Our current instructional design does not lend itself to this new expectation. Currently our scores are behind those in the state and also behind most schools in our area. We are work­ ing hard on correcting these issues and have made some significant gains at some grade levels. However, we still need dramatic changes at the elementary level. Recently, the Center for Michigan reported that Fuller stu­ dents are achieving at a level 5 percent lower than our demo­ graphics indicate. This, combined with other data, indicates a change in how we need to deliver education. Currently, stu­ dents arrive in kindergarten at a variety of levels. Some can already read and count. Others have no understanding of the alphabet or numbers one to 10. The teacher must teach all students the common core curriculum and has the same amount of time and resources to help both sets of students. This creates a gap for many and doesn’t allow those that are ahead to explore their potential. This gap widens every year and our data supports that stu­ dents are not mastering the required material at each grade level. Our highest score in reading still shows 34 percent of our students are not proficient. Ifyou look at our lowest score in reading it shows 40 percent are not meeting the minimum level. Math is more significant. Our best scores still show 64 percent of our students needing significant supports and our lowest shows 74 percent. The same percentages of our fourth graders do not pass the writing exam. Across the state scores are low and we have a lot of work to do. Maple Valley Schools has the potential to be an elite school in the area. We have the opportunity to change the way we deliver instruction. We have great teachers but they need to become content experts and facilitators of learning. The new emphasis is oncritical thinking, not memorization as we knew school to be. To be successful in this new day, stu­ dents must be immersed in learning and allowed the time to explore things that interest them at the same time they are learning. We need to allow them the gift oftime to master the basics and give them the ability to think at a higher level and then apply that learning. Next year, Fuller will be providing two options for learn­ ing. We know that one size does not fit everyone. The plan is to offer a departmentalized program and a personalized pro­ gram. We plan to allow the parent to choose which option best suits their child. Parents have asked why we are not keeping things the way they are currently. My response is the way we are teaching is leaving large gaps of missed learning in our children. Our government has mandated that we leave no child behind. I County Democrats hosting Economic Center Director John C. Austin, director of the Michigan Economic Center and currently the president of the Michigan State Board of Education, will be the featured speaker at the Tuesday, April 9, meeting of the Barry County Democrats at Thomas Jefferson Hall in Hastings. Austin will discuss the Michigan Dream Restored Report, a research report detailing what Michigan citi­ zens value and want for the future of their state, such as investment in schools, envi­ ronmental issues and the economy. The MEC is part of the Prima Civitas Foundation in Ann Arbor and works to develop and to promote key policies and practices for advancing the economic future. The MEC promotes and facilitates the adoption of the policies and practices by Michigan citizens and leaders. Tuesday’s program will be from 7 to 9 p.m. The Thomas Jefferson Hall is located at 328 S. Jefferson St. in Hastings. can’t recommend a process to our school board that continues to leave even one child behind, let alone 74 percent of them. If you choose to send your child to the program that is departmentalized your child will be in a traditional kinder­ garten and first grade but will have specialized teachers once they reach second grade. This would mean that your child could potentially have the same math teacher for four years. This will allow the teacher to be familiar with your child’s strengths and weaknesses when they enter school for the first day every year. They will already be in sync with your child’s learning style and personality. This allows your child to be taught by teachers specifically trained in the content area. They are content experts and will be able to provide a deep understanding of the content. If you choose to send your child to the personalized pro­ gram they will be put into learning levels at their current abil­ ity. If a kindergartener already knows how to read on the first day, they get credit and start on the next set of benchmarks. The child can be on one level for math and a separate level for reading. The learning is fluid so they can move up and down levels as they leam new material. The learning is based on mastery so they don’t move ahead in the learning until they are ready. This shift allows them time to gain a deep knowledge of the content and encourages higher order think­ ing. The learning will be project based and uses the student’s own level of learning to determine the project levels and intensity. This allows our children to not only be taught, but also to leam how to think and solve problems. Both options have the potential to help all students be suc­ cessful. The hope is to provide a quality education that allows our students to reach their full potential and become stars in their own education. Call anytime to place your Maple Valley News ad 269-945-9554or 1-800-870-7085 COMMUNITY BUILDING DEMOLITION BID The Village ofNashville is soliciting bids for the demolition of the Putnam Park community building located at 715 N Main. Anyone inter­ ested in bidding should contact Scott Decker at 517-852-9571 for details. All bids must be sub­ mitted in writing before 5:00 p.m. on April 24, 2013 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. 06808326 VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE COUNTY OF EATON, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 13-02 AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on March 14,2013, at a reg­ ular meeting of the Village Council of the Village of Vermontville, County of Eaton, Michigan (the “Village”), held in the Village Hall, the Village Council adopted an ordinance, Ordinance No. 13-02, to amend the Village’s Code of Ordinances (the “Code”). The principal provisions of Ordinance No. 13-02 can be summarized as follows: Section 1. Addition ofNew Section 53.4. The Code is amended so as to add a new Section 53.4, entitled “TYeasurer,” which provides that the Village TYeasurer shall be nominated by the President and appointed by the Village Council instead of election of the TYeasurer by Village electors. The appointed TYeasurer serves as the pleasure of the Village Council and may be removed with or without cause and without notice. Section 2. Severability. Section 2 ofthe Ordinance provides for the severability ofthe Ordinance in the event a portion of the Ordinance is determined to be unenforceable. MAPLE GROVE TOWNSHIP NOTICE The monthly meetings of the Maple Grove Township Board will be held on the 1st Wednesday of the month, unless otherwise noted, at 7:00 p.m. at the Maple Grove Township Hall located at 721 Durkee St., Nashville. Meeting dates include: October 3, 2013 April 4,2013 November 7, 2013 May 2,2013 December 5,2013 June 6,2013 January 2,2014 July 11,2013 February 5,2014 August 1, 2013 March 5, 2014 September 5, 2013 Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact Susie Butler, Clerk by writing 9752 Evart Road, Nashville, or by phoning 517-852-1859. 06808345 Susie Butler, Maple Grove Township Clerk Section 3. Repeal, Section 3 of the Ordinance provides for the repeal of any existing ordinances or resolutions that are inconsistent or conflict with Ordinance No. 13-02. Section 4. Effective Date. Section 4 ofthe Ordinance provides that the Ordinance or a summary of its provisions must be published in a local newspaper ofgeneral circulation in the Village within 15 days of adoption and further that the Ordinance becomes effective 45 days after the date of adoption unless a petition signed by not less than 10% of the registered electors of the Village is filed with the Village Clerk within the 45-day period. If a petition is filed and deemed suf­ ficient, the Ordinance would take effect only upon approval of the Ordinance by Village electors at an election held on the question of the adoption of the Ordinance. The Ordinance further requires the Village Council to publish a separate notice of delayed effect of the Ordinance and the right of petition at the same time, and in the same manner, as the notice of adoption of the Ordinance. A copy of Ordinance No. 13-02 may be inspected or purchased at the Village office, 121 Eastside Drive, Vermontville, Michigan, during Village office hours. Dated: March 14,2013 06808127 VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, March 30,2013 Weather and news were part of former village engineer’s day After he was hired as Nashville’s village engineer in 1907, Frank Russell’s world centered around this area near the Thornapple River dam. To be near the steam pumps he tended, he slept on a bed in the waterworks building (seen with smoke­ stack at center right). In his spare time he worked in Waterworks Park (later devel­ oped as Putnam Park) surrounding the standpipe water tower, (left). At extreme right is the old Isaac Kellogg planning mill (now gone) and just north of that, the 1904 Frank Kellogg home. Daily diary entries by Russell noted news of the community in gener­ al and of this area by the river in particular. Each March, he recorded activity of dip nets perched along the banks below the dam. local records was kept by the late Frank Russell, longtime Nashville village engineer. As a young man, Russell had dreamed of being an engineer of another kind. He The capricious weather of longed to pilot the powerful March has made news in railroad locomotives, but Nashville since the early family circumstances altered days of its Weekly paper. The, those aspirations. Called iNasigyille ttfounded founded in i home from a job operating a WT threshing rig in North Vagaries of the season Dakota in 1902 to look after ranging from days warm his recently widowed moth­ with the promise of summer er, Russell traded in his train to the raging winds of winter dreams for a settled life as , have been duly recorded by Nashville’s village engineer. local reporters for well over When he was hired April a century. 10, 1907, to run the two Weather has also been a pumps in the Waterworks traditionally favorite topic of building on the north bank of diary-keepers. One of the the Thomapple River, most concise but interesting Russell tackled the job with rare dedication. He moved a bed in alongside the machin­ ery and slept in those quar­ ters for the next 29 years, pampering the old steam pumps to assure Nashville of a dependable public water supply. (The complete story This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley was published in the Maple Valley News March 29, 1983. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP IBOBBIIXTS, ACDelco 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 g | s Now accepting MasterCard & Visa of Frank Russell’s life was told in a Memories of the Past published March 5, 1980.) In addition to tending his water department duties, Russell enjoyed mowing the village parks and especially delighted in planting “posies” here and there to brighten the park scenery. Over the years, Russell found time to keep a daily diary in which he logged public works data along with personal information and tid­ bits of Nashville histoiy as it was happening. Daily weather notations were made, as were running commentaries about life near the Thomapple River — traf­ fic and road conditions, pro­ duction of local garden crops, construction of new homes and other buildings in the village, fires and assorted tragedies, deaths (often down to whose dog had died), plus occasional men­ tion of community social Your Local CM Automotive Specialists located just south of HASTINGS ON M-79 VJE protection plan eXTENDE eXTENDEO Diagnostic Computer Software patible With AH Makes Sr Models JEFF Owner, )eff Dobbin, ASC Master Technician °W 20 years experience 24 HOUR TOWINC SERVICE AVAILABLE I ftansbarger\ I Heating 8 flir Conditioning Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and flir Conditioners Full Line of Indoor flir Quality Products FREE Estimates Licensed & Insured rihjd g Uermontuille • Cole Hansbarger, Owner 1517-490-1287 On March 29, 1920, Frank Russell wrote in his diary that the previous day “a cyclone out in Maple Grove” had killed three. His concise entry captured the tragedy of a storm which ripped through the township on a Sunday afternoon, leaving three dead and another mortally wounded in the Wilcox neighborhood of Cloverdale Road, about four miles south of Nashville. The killer tornado leveled properties of James Moon and George Balson (above), where 17 year old Edith Balson perished. Dead at the Moon place were James and his mother-in-law Elizabeth Brooks. Four days later Moon’s wife Dora died. Substantial damage was sustained by several other farms in the area. (The complete story was told in a Memories of the Past published June 11, 1980). events and sometimes noteworthy local tiffs. But most March entries were heavily weather-orient­ ed. Following are a few selections excerpted from Russell’s writing during the month that traditionally enters like a lion and exits like a lamb. 1908 — March 1, boys riding down hill on crust (following rain and snow). March 7, river raised 18 inch­ es last night. Sowed cabbage and tomato seeds. March 13, ice went off river today. March 15, got eight dip nets running, catching a few. March 19, started eight gera­ niums. March 28, caught suckers pretty fast this after­ noon; Slate Matthews drowned in river today. 1909 March 4, the roads are most terrible rough this morning. Mrs. Manuel Feighner buried today. March 10, a high wind all day, snowing all the time. A disagreeable day to be out. March 22, roads are com­ mencing to dry up. No fish­ ing in river yet. March 23, fire 4:20 in the morning [at] Mort Whitney’s restaurant. March 30, just a wee bit of snow last night. Ed VanNocker, Will Paul, Fred Baker came back this morn­ ing from the West. March 31, roads getting quite dry. John Roe putting in tele­ phone. 1910 March 1, Mrs. John Barry died last night. March 2, ice commenced to break up just below the bridge. March 5, ice all out of channel. Dip nets running, but not much fish. March 17, first fire this year, Homer Downing’s grist mill. March 18, roads are getting pretty dusty. March 19, quite windy, it made the dust fly on Main Street. March 23, just like summer weather. March 24, street sprinkler started today. Got up to 84 [degrees]. March 25, kids commenced to go barefoot. March 26, raked lawn at pump house. 1912 March 1, Bill Louder died last night. Frank Dickinson dead. March 11, bought four bushels “tators,” $4. March 16, Woodard and his gang went by here to shovel snow. The boys belled Rube Smith last night. March 18, kept Woodard gang busy on Main Street all afternoon, cutting ditches and shoveling snow. March 19, sleighing about gone. Buggies commenced to run. March 21, snowed about five inches, everybody shoveling snow. We have got just as much ice and snow as we had in Januaiy. More sleighs than wheels. March 29, there is dusty roads, muddy roads and sleighing. March 30, dip nets in. Catching some suck­ ers. March 24, had some quite hard thundershowers last night. Blowed three bams down at Quimby last night. March 25, boys skat­ ing on sidewalk. Rainy mist, sleety all day. March 27, stopped snowing some time in the night. About two inch­ es of snow. One load of logs came in on sleigh. Holmes are having revivals. Most everybody cleaning side- walks. 1920 — March 14, pretty nice day. Lots of people out walking [Sunday]. March 24, road my wheel [bicycle] for the first time [this year]. Boiler inspector was here. March 29, had cyclone out in Maple Grove yesterday p.m. Three killed. Quite high wind all day. Cold. 1926 March 3, no sleighing and not very good wheeling. March 16, water main froze west of Marshall’s elevator. March 20, water getting too high for Clair Pennock’s bungalow. March 21, ice out of channel as far as you can see. March 22, water about knee deep in Clair Pennock’s bungalow. March 23, pretty muddy roads. Got to 50 [degrees]. March 29, Bill Woodard had Clair Pennock out with snowplow. 1928 — March 2, George Harvey and Jim Hummel dug out one pine tree in park at waterworks [Putnam] and took it down to Central Park. March 6, John Green had a roof fire this a.m. March 8, house across from school­ house got afire again. March 12, Harry Hale died last evening. March 14, thawed some. Byroads are a fright. March 15, ice all out ofchan­ nel. March 20, Pete Snore commenced to clean up streets. March 22, frogs just commenced to peep. March 25, Mrs. Walt Ayers was found dead in bed this morn­ ing. March 27, about six Continued next page �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 30,2013 — Page 11 Continued from previous pag Wrestling dub has six place at 2013 MYWA State Finals The Maple Valley Wrestling Club had six wrestlers place at the MYWA State Championship last weekend at Kellogg Arena in Battle Creek. Chandler Murton (left) won a state championship. Hogan McCleary (center) finished as a state runner-up. Jesse Brumm (right) placed third. The club also had Holden Creller place fourth, Franklin Ulrich seventh, and Gaige Ertman eighth. Each wrestler that placed among the top eight qualified for the NUWAY Nationals, which will also be held at Kellogg Arena. The top three in each weight class received MYWA singlets and will represent the Michigan Youth Wrestling Association at NUWAY nationals. inches of snow on ground. Pete Snore out with snow­ plow. 1930 March 1, cold wind all day. Getting cooler. March 6, Greenfield unload­ ing car [of] coal at water­ works. Charley Mason dig­ ging ditch in road north from waterworks. March 11, cleaned up cistern [at moth­ er’s] home" [on Phillips Street]. Snowed and blowed but did not accumulate. March 14, put in new [water] pipe across road to Mrs. Kuhlman’s. 15, March Charley Mason’s hill all fixed up today. March 16, warmest day so far, 74 [degrees]. Just as dusty as summer. March 18, snowed about two inches in night. March 25, snowed and blowed all day. Must be five or six inches deep on level. Got snowdrifts two feet deep now. March 26, snowed about six inches last night. City snowplow out today. River froze over. March 27, Cady receives degree from Kettering Robert Matthew Cady of Nashville completed require­ ments in September 2012 and earned a bachelor of science degree in mechanical engiwith a lawn care routine for neering from Kettering Michigan homeowners University. resulting in a green, healthy lawn that can tolerate grubs. “By following the simple Addition to steps we we’’ve ve laid laid out, out, homehomeon o steps Grow a healthy lawn without insecticides xfr&x’fak Homeowners may think that dealing with pesky grubs is inevitable in the quest for a beautiful lawn. But Michigan State University Extension and Project GREEEN (Generating Research and Extension to meet Economic and Environmental Needs) researchers have come up **w < *’«* !B-*riR|B ■ 3-te ■ i®jEj <fa|[itkjl|fc te •b Xniirrtf |ta i ’.bMm? jisstfis lie’ Mcssinr tec fcilhliita , EOT tefe®^ ■kyil ,tal« II-W IjfedlW *iiWf H » Bl * *misA** ii** gt^IlJlJglsR®?1 J frjirf# •W.bK,i*i ,kk’ .b,iiSr»F1_’,’ •*, ’ “5 iW i !* ^mp a j jljuuffjjPii,''^l;1, ill’£*’j njlW jlW -£ >' 0'* Jrfl'^ 1 .U1 J\d t" Lit MiH\*u ^itt LaiH* itt '* * *>$! I'- *y * Zw/ z' Former teachers invite MVHS students to join walk Former Maple Valley teachers Leroy and Iris Wion planning to walk in the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival 5K and invite former students and friends to join them for a “ Walk and Talk” Saturday morning, April 27. The Wions describe the trek as a scenic walk from Maple Valley High School to Vermontville along the old railroad bed. “We are in our 70s and know you also can do this,” they tell former students. “We hope to see many of you then. If not stop in and say hello at Benedict’s Family Maple booth any time.” The Wions taught at Maple Valley High School the first year the new building opened, Iris.for 10 years and Leroy coach­ ing track and wrestling. To contact the Wions email Leeandiris@gmail.com. For more information on the 5K, contact Jassen Dowling, 517-852-9275 or email jdowling@mvs.k12.mi.us. A website devoted to the run/walk can be found at www.runningfoundation.com/Maple_Syrup_5k.html. owners can manage a lowmaintenance lawn that will be able to stand up against grubs without the use of expensive insecticides,” said Dave Smitley, MSU ento­ mologist. It starts, he said, by choos­ ing the right grass. “Kentucky bluegrass and red fescue are the best grass­ es for this region,” Smitley confirmed. “If managed properly, they produce a large root mass, which is imperative for grub-tolerant grass. The* denser the root system, the less susceptible the lawn is to grubs.” Smitley’s research shows that watering during dry periods, applying a minimal amount of fertilizer (one pound of nitrogen per year, spread across the growing season) and mowing at 3.5 inches (or at the highest set­ ting on your mower) will keep lawns healthy and free of grub damage. “Applying more fertilizer is not going to make your grass grow denser roots — it just encourages greener growth on top, meaning more frequent mowing,” he added. “Applying at least one pound of slow-release nitrogen three or four times a year starting around Memorial Day and ending around Halloween is suffi­ cient.” For more lawn care tips or information about other MSU Extension research, visit www.msue.msu.edu; to learn about Project GREEEN, visit www.greeen.msu.edu. WMU dean’s list Cody Montgomery of Charlotte was among students named to the dean’s list at Western Michigan University for the fall 2012 semester. He graduated in December, earning a bachelor of science degree in com­ munity and regional plan­ ning, cum laude (with honor). it’s good sleighing but sion at 11:30. Lights came on nobody out. March 29, at 7:30. March 21, stopped snowing. March 31, Everything loaded with ice. not a bad day. Got up to 46 Lights off again. Bridge gang [degrees]. Ice all out of river unloading some stringers. and snow most all gone. March 23, lots ofice hanging 1933 — March 2, my cook on trees and everything yet. stove came today. March 6, Bordy Rowlader’s wife ‘died set up new cook stove. tonight. March 25, snowing March 8, commenced to hard about three inches deep snow with high wind. Got to at 9 o’clock this morning. be a regular blizzard. March County plows went through, 10, river all froze over. Bill pushed the snow all out of Feighner’s funeral. March road. March 27, well, it got 16, ice all went out of river up to 42 today. Snow all again. Got up to 42 [degrees] melted off that came last at 1 o’clock. March 20, quite night. March 28, no ice in heavy sleet. Rained quite river and very little snow, heavy for a little while, made just in some shady spots. more ice on everything. Lots Was nice day, got up to 38. of limbs coming down. Put Frogs peeped a little today electric lights out ofcommis- for first time. Help 'Wanted Card ofThanks OPTIMAL MEDICAL STAFFING IMMEDIATE OPENINGS RN/LPN PRIVATE DUTY Nashville / Marshall / Springport/Jackson Trach/Vent Experience Preferred FT/PTNIGHTS EXPERIENCED HHAs/CNSs Battle Creek and Surround­ ing areas (including Albion, Homer, Three Rivers, Galesburg) FTIPT- days/nights. Please send resumes to recruiter@optimalstaffing.com or fax to 517-394-7716 THANK YOU The family of Robert H. Betts, Sr. would like to extend their sincere thanks to all who sent cards and came to help in the care of Robert. We are so very appreciative to all, thank you. Dorothy Betts THORNAPPLE MANOR IS now accepting applications for part time RN or LPN Charge Nurses. We offerr ex­ cellent wages, benefits and working conditions. Appli­ cations can be completed Monday-Friday 8:30am3:30pm in Our business office or downloaded from our website at www.thomapplemanor.com. You may fax your resume to Human Re­ sources at (269)948-0265. EOE. Please no phone calls. Thomapple Manor, 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 COBB WELL DRILLING GREPAIR • 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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I 616-374-1200 www.m66tire.com • New Construction Designed and Installed • Boiler Installation and Service • Radiant Floor Tubing and Ceiling Installation Air Conditioning & Heating • Duct Cleaning and Sanitizing • High-Efficiency Furnace arid Air Serving Your Community Conditioning Installation for Over 40 Years • 24-Hour Phone Service • Free Estimates Goodman • Fuel Oil Furnace Installation and Service • Geo-Thermal Installation and Service • Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Sales and Service •AO Smith Water Heater Sales and Service | • Empire Space Heater Sales and Sen/ice FROST HEATING & COOLING QUALITY, VALUE & SERVICE Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 Nashville (517) 852-9565 �Page 12 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 30,2013 Bikers for Books rides into town vests and bandanas, Badge Velasquez from Olivet, Bruiser Alexander of Grand Ledge and Tank Ouderkirk from St. Johns comprise the three amigos, according to the group’s Facebook cover photo. The three take turns pre­ senting personal testimonials on their experiences with reading. Badge’s wife, Kendra, is a former kindergarten teacher. Kendra presented word by Shari Carney Staff Writer A brainstorming session late in 2012, led to a Superbowl Sunday gettogether where Bikers for Books was bom. The bikers have taken a love for reading into a traveling program holding assemblies encour­ aging children of all ages to pick up a book, magazine or comic book and read. Sporting traditional biking attire including black leather games and puzzles asking for audience participation. Prizes were delivered by Bruiser to each student who volunteered an answer. As the students exited the assembly, each was handed a souvenier. Since its launch Feb. 4, Bikers for Books has been to Olivet, Springport, Windemere Park Charter Academy, Charlotte, Eaton Rapids, Laingsburg, Wayland and now Nashville. Bikers for Books ambassador, Badge Velasquez, visits Fuller Street Elementary Wednesday, March 27. Velasquez tours area schools with a team of bikers promot­ ing the fun and importance of reading. Here, Badge is listening with the students as fellow biker and wife Kendra addresses the group. Bo Lincoln was chosen from the crowd to read a segment from “Frog and Toad” presented by Bikers for Books. Biker, Kendra Velasquez cheers Lincoln on as he reads. Bikers for Books visited Wednesday, March 27 to share a love of reading. For more information on the group or to book for an event visit the Bikers for Books Facebook page. 93rd Appual Verrpoptville Firerpep’s Dapce Saturday, March 30 th At Rip’s Place (Old Roadrupper’s Bar) Bikers for Books (from left) Bruiser Alexander, Badge Velasquez and Tank Ouderkirk visit area schools sharing the joy of reading. Alexander lives in Grand Ledge, Ouderkirk, St. Johns and Velasquez, Olivet. Bikers for Books held a reading assembly Wednesday, March 27 for the students at Fuller Street. (Photo from Bikers for Books Facebook page) I Now Scheduling Appointments We Specialize in: MAPLE^VALLEY • Individual Taxes Accounting and Tax, LLC • Farm Taxes Jill Hickey, Enrolled Agent • Tracy Janousek, Registered Tax Return Preparer 8870 Valley Hwy., Vermontville, MI 517-852-1500 Joip us for sorpe good borpe cookip’ The IRS does not endorse any particular individual tax return preparer. For more Information on tax return preparers go to IRS.gov Dipper 7-9 p.nj. TICKETS $10 per persop Silent Auction Prize Raffle $5 after 9prp 2013 Carbon Express Crossbow Package Maple Valley Schools Kindergarten Round-up II) April 24th & April 25th Verrpoptville Fire/EMS Departrpept Grace Community Church Your child must be 5 years old by Nov. l>2013. This is a fupdraisipg event. appreciated. Tbapk you for your support op behalf of the • Bookkeeping j at Dopatiops for silept auctiop apd prize raffle greatly • Small Business Taxes Waivers are available for children with birthdays between Nov. 1 and Nov. 30. We will be evaluating for Kindergarten readiness with Fountas & Pinnell Assessment. • Please call 517-852-9468 06808227 o set up an appointment for your child. 2 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-04-06.pdf ed0ff29ef26aa8995868b9cf4014293c PDF Text Text MAPLE VALL new 227 Fact actqMti * Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 4, April 6, 2013 A local paper oftoday! Elizabeth Wetzel is a queen of many interests by Shari Carney Staff Writer An avid hunter, runner, baker, writer and sports enthusiast, partially summa­ rizes the multi-faceted Elizabeth Wetzel. Wetzel has been named queen of the 73rd annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. Wetzel and court Bailey Blodgett and Skylar Chapman will represent maple synip and the Village of Vermontville for the year 2013 all across the state of Michigan. The three have been in one parade thus far, the “Biggest Little St. Patrick’s Day Parade in the State” in Hastings on St. Patrick’s Day. It was a rainy afternoon and the parade lasted less than 10 minutes said Wetzel, who expects to be in 20 or more parades throughout the year. The highly organized Maple Valley junior was very happy to be chosen as queen and immediately start­ ed making plans, sajd mom, Elizabeth Wetzel demonstrates skill with sighting a gun. Behind her on the shelf are the antlers from the first deer she harvested on opening day in 2011. Wetzel is the newly elected queen for the village of Vermontville. Chelsea Wetzel. “My first thought was cleaning up the town and get it ready for the syrup festi­ val,” said Elizabeth who said her fellow leadership class­ mates are up for the task. Elizabeth is the youngest of three children to parents Chelsea and Jeff. Jeff grew up two houses down from where the family lives in rural Vermontville. Elizabeth has two older brothers, Josh and Dakota. Josh, 22, serves in the National Guard and is in the family construction business, J. D. Wetzel & Sons Construction. Dakota, 20, is employed at Hometown Lumber in Nashville. Jeff and Chelsea run the family business and Jeff is also the captain of the Vermontville Fire Department. Newly crowned queen Elizabeth Wetzel inquires about the process of boiling syrup to make maple candy. Wetzel attended the sugaring off in Vermontville where she and her court were introduced to the community. Due to Jeff’s example and Elizabeth’s interest she has become certified in first aid and CPR through the fire department. “I have always wanted to be in the medical field,” said Elizabeth who, at 17, has mapped out a career path to become a nursing assistant. Plans, are in place for the 2013-14 school year, when as a senior, Elizabeth will attend Lansing Community College for a level one health and technology course. Upon completion of her high school career in 2014, Elizabeth plans to spend another year at LCC to com­ plete level two health and technology and then transfer to either Michigan State University or University of Michigan. Hunting is a keen interest of Elizabeth’s and a family pursuit. “I love hunting, love my guns,” said Elizabeth, “any­ thing outside.” Arising at 5 a.m. and heading to the deer blind she built with her dad, Elizabeth See QUEEN, page 6 Eaton County Parks acquires Marker to Chief Asquesah 424-acre parcel with lake reflects a caring community Indian Chief Asquesah was featured in the March 9 issue of the Maple Valley News Memories column by Susan Hinckley, March 8, 1983. ’ “Gone Home” declares the epitaph on Asquesah’s tombstone at Barryville Cemetery. Also inscribed are the words “Indian Chief Asquesah, Died Feb. 20, 1876.” Two lines of writing near the base of the marker are illegible. The Barryville Cemetery Association commis­ sioned Patten Monument of Hastings to restore the marker in 2008. The all white stone reads: “Gone Home (above the hand pointing upward) Indian Chief Asquesah, Died Feb. 20,1876, Erected by an appreciated public.” The Eaton County Parks Commission has announced the receipt of a $3,075,000 grant through the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF) as part of the fund’s 2012 Acquisition grant program. Eaton County spokesper­ son Missy Norris states that the gift will be directed toward public outdoor recre­ ation in Eaton County. Specifically, the grant will be used for the acquisition of a 424-acre parcel of land with a 160-acre man-made lake. It is one ofthe largest bodies of water in Eaton County with maximum water depths of 20 to 35 feet. The vision for the county park is to create a regional park similar to the metro­ parks with swimming, boat­ ing, and a future connection to regional trails, hiking, camping, picnicking, athletic fields and playgrounds. Governor Rick Snyder signed the MNRTF grant appropriations for 2012 fis­ cal year on March 27. Seventy-six recreation devel­ opment projects and land acquisitions totaling $23,348,700 will be funded in 2013. The Trust Fund board, appointed by the gov­ ernor, considered a total of 142 applications seeking $37,880,200 in funding. In a competitive process, all eli­ gible applications were eval­ uated based on scoring crite­ ria developed by the MNRTF board. The trust fund began with an agreement in 1976 to bal­ ance conservation manage­ ment and oil and gas drilling on state-managed land. The original intent of the pro­ gram was to replace one nonrenewable resource (miner­ als) with another non-renewable resource (land) and cre- ate a permanent endowment. Since 1976, Eaton County has received $5,452,400 in trust fund grants. The trust fund provides grants for the development and acquisition of parks and green space; is used to create viable trail networks; pro­ vide valuable outdoor expe­ riences in urban areas and generate economic benefits to communities. This project is a collabora­ tive effort to reach the com­ munity’s planning goals for recreation. The project also supports the governor’s See PARCEL, page 2 In This Issue • The Revue preparing for ‘The Little Mermaid Jr.’ • Businesses arid entrants sought for syrup festival grand parade • Former Maple Grove woman fondly recalls childhood • Spring sports seasons previewed �Page 2 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 6,2013 Update from Frugal Living Exchange Interests of the people comes first Bring a sweet-tooth and seeds to next meeting In politics today, the inter­ ests of the people are often forgotten and replaced with the interests oflarge corpora­ tions and special interest groups that have large sums of money to influence the outcome of elections. It is sad, but true, that the common perception of laws being passed to line the pockets of special interests has some validity. When you elections. Currently, a corpo­ a financial stake in the out­ have deceit, attempts to rig ration that receives millions come of a particular vote. In addition to the two bills elections and special interest in state contract money is I have introduced, I have also allowed to pay for advertise ­ groups influencing the leg­ islative process it is time to ments to promote or discour­ co-sponsored 17 bills that bring attention to the prob­ age the election of certain center on establishing an eth­ lem and work to prevent it. officials, and for the passage ical election process. It is my That is why I have intro­ or failure of certain referen­ belief that citizens are enti­ tled to an open, honest and Jen Howell, educator at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute, shares information about ver- duced two reforms to dums. The second reform, HB accountable legislature, and micomposting and creating worm bins at the Tuesday, March 26 Frugal Living improve government ethics. My first reform, HB 4421, 4469, would require disclo­ a government that serves Exchange. (File photo) would prohibit corporations sure of personal finances them. I will work hard to Ifhomesteading and living of the Nashville Syrup members. that receive grants, tax cred­ from state appointed and make that happen. Contact Rep. Abed at 517­ simply are ofinterest, plan to Association's equipment will “The hope is that everyone its or tax incentives from the elected officials and candi­ or email meet at Putnam District take place. will go home with more than state of Michigan from giv- dates. Voters have a right to 373-0583 Library at 6:30 p.m. In preparation for garden­ they bargained for, that rook­ ing money — known as know whether a particular TheresaAbed@house.mi.gov Visit the website at Tuesday, April 9, as the ing season, the group is offer ie gardeners will enjoy the making an independent candidate for office would Frugal Living Exchange seed swapping. As this art of experimenting with expenditure — to influence have a conflict of interest or www.abed.housedems.com. shares tips and treats. marks the first, swapping different plants and that Maple syrup confections event for the Frugal Living more experienced gardeners will be provided by Bonnie Exchange, and many are new will share their passion for White. White will discuss the to gardening, the swapping working in the dirt,” said process of making maple process will be simple. Scott. syrup, how to utilize the new Attendees should bring seeds For more information on reverse osmosis system, tips to exchange for vegetables, the Frugal Living Exchange 'for long term storage and herbs or flowers. contact the library, 517-852­ share maple syrup recipes, “Members need not have 9723, email, lscott@putnamThe Vermontville Maple If interested in a banner in front of the grand stand. said Laura Scott, library aide unique or heirloom varieties, lib.org or visit Putnam Syrup Festival grand parade for the parade, the cost is If interested in being rep­ and group facilitator. just a willingness to share District Library on Facebook While sap boiling for this whatever types of seeds and join the Frugal Living committee invites entrants to $100. Employees and family resented in the parade con­ participate in this year’s members generally cany the tact Marguerite Voigt, 517­ year will have ended, a tour already saved or purchased,” Exchange group. The parade, themed “Springtime banner or area youth can be 667-8071 for an application said Scott. Facebook link is an addition­ Celebration.” lined up to assist. Each ban­ or by email marExchangers will shop, al way to review previous Line up for the parade is at ner is announced as it passes gueritevoigt@yahoo.com. HASTINGS 4 choosing from what is avail­ topics and share information. noon on Saturday, April 27 ... 269-205-4900 able and sharing with other . ..Downtown Hastings I with the parade beginning at FX4LmlTm I . .. 011 a 011 St. St. ~ -j2 p.m. Apply by Friday, |GQTI.com and on Facebook HEATERS April 12, in order to be O■bUE aAUUn BARGAIN TWILIGHT < included in the parade pro­ DAiLY 4:00-6:00 PM • excludes Digital 30 gram. O No passes (S) Stadium Sealing SHOWTIMES 4/6-4/11 The committee is offering TITUS MB TIMES SUBJECT TO CHAHBE advertisements in the 73rd annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival program to SPRING MOVIES Saturday & Sunday 9& 10 AM I by Pastor Gary Simmons area businesses. A business [HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA (PG) I Vermontville Bible Church card size ad that reaches O®30 JURASSIC PARK (PG-13) Over the last few weeks, millions of Americans thousands of people is $50. SAT-SUN 12:30,3:30,6:30, 9:30 MON-TH 6:30,9:30 watched at least part of the History Channel's miniseries Larger ads are available for ©THE HOST (PG-13) "The Bible." Ong of my favorite exchanges from the $75 or $100. The programs SAT-SUN 11:00,1:40,4:20, 7:00, 9:40 MON-TH 4:20, 7:00,9:40 are free to the public provid­ movie script is where Jesus is calling Peter to follow him. O3D Gl JOE: RETALIATION (PG-13) When Peter asks what they will do, Jesus replies, "Change ing information to the com­ eMWMUKfBH TICKET DAILY 4:40, 9:50 the World." And without a doubt, Jesus has changed this munity and helping to OGI JOE: RETALIATION (PG-13) SAT-SUN 11:10,1:50, 7:10 finance the parade. world more than any other human being who has walked MON-TH 7:10 upon the face of the earth. ©THE CROODS (PG) SAT-SUN 11:50, 2:10,4:30, 6:50, 9:10 For Peter, change did not come easily. Despite his MON-TH 4:30, 6:50.,9:10 desire to follow Jesus, there were many occasions when PARCEL, he said things that contradicted Jesus' words. When Jesus was arrested, Peter publicly denied that he even knew continued from him. Yet Peter is perhaps the most pivotal disciple in the See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing establishment of the church. Peter kept working to page 1----------change. business cards, invitations and all your printing needs. Ifyou want to see the world change, it must begin with vision of securing you. As Peter demonstrated, change takes place one deci­ Michigan’s title as the trails sion at a time. On more than one occasion, Peter made state, improving local some bad decisions. But he refused to allow those deci­ 1351 N. M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits economies, leveraging sions to determine his direction in life. Despite his fail­ tourism potential and enhanc­ ures, Peter chose to accept God's forgiveness. He got up ing the quality of life. again and again to follow Jesus. And eventually, Peter State representatives became a driving force in changing the world through Theresa Abed and Mike spreading the good news about Jesus Christ. SATURDAY Shirkey were instrumental to You can change, too. Perhaps you have slipped away 4:00 TO 10:00 P.M. : the passage of the appropria­ from the faith you were taught as a child. Perhaps you tions in the Michigan House have discovered that your pursuit for pleasure has left of Representative, while your life feeling empty or meaningless. You can change. Senator Rick Jones provided You can get up from your mistakes and choose to follow [ -■— 7 — r — . Seafood and! leadership through the sen­ Jesus Any once again. ate’s consideration. With the Following Jesus begins with one small step of faith. ’ PrBuffet BimufefeRtib positive support of the entire Since you are human, you will have setbacks. But I promEaton County bi-partisan del­ ise you that if you choose to seek God by persistently April 13, Steve 6 Suzy«April 20, Shannon Hughes egation, Eaton County making choices to get up and follow Jesus, your life will obtained state and private be changed. And you will find purpose and fulfillment in funding. your soul. I encourage you to go to church Sunday. Don't For more, information give up on getting up and starting over with your faith in about the Michigan Natural God. Give yourself an honest chance to change for the Resources Trust Fund, visit good. http://www.michigan.gov/dn Gary Simmons is the interim co-pastor of the r-grants. Vermontville and Gresham United Methodist Churches. Businesses and entrants sought for syrup festival grand parade From the Pulpit Changing FREE J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS $1 OFF; 0 ITE! • S at, Ap ril 6 • 7 -10 । —ED™GEJJS ’ !I L _--E-n-k-en--e-««--..-/S-O -U-T--H-E--R--N- — JJJ1 CORNER I-AIM OIIXIO �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, April 6, 2013 — Page 3 The Revue preparing for ‘The Little Mermaid Jr Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, April 8 BBQ chicken leg qtr., au gratin potatoes, broccoli, applesauce, com bread. Tuesday, April 9 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, bread pudding, orange. Wednesday, April 10 Lasagna roll, tossed salad, peas, breadstick, banana. Thursday, April 11 Hot dog', seasoned potatoes, coleslaw, peaches, bun. Friday, April 12 Roast beef, mashed potatoes & gravy, Brussels sprouts, jello with fruit bread. nSA A nS S w S Sb Sts? s IWtlj nJ® (( . ' to ta? Sliced ham with cheddar cheese, coleslaw, diced peach­ es, bun. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, April 8 BBQ chicken thigh, au gratin potatoes, broccoli, cin­ namon applesauce, granola bar. Tuesday, April 9 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, bread pudding, orange, • Wednesday, April 10 Lasagna roll, cauliflower, peas, banana. Thursday, April 11 Beans and banks, spinach, com, granola bar, strawberry applesauce. Friday, April 12 Roast beef, mashed potatoes & gravy, Brussels sprouts, apple crisp, dinner roll. Activities Calendar Monday, April 8 Hastings: Mini Massage 9 a.m.-noon; Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG, Music with Sam, Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Kinship Support 1:30-3 p.m. Hastings, . Woodland, Nashville: Reminiscence. Tuesday, April 9 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, April 10 Woodland: Sing-A-Long. Hastings: Music with Satti; Nails, Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Delton: Reminiscence. Thursday, April 11 *Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 a.m.; Delton: Puzzles/Triyia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, April 12 Nashville: Mini Massage 11 a.m.; Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Writing 9 a m. Woodland: Sing-A-Long, Visiting. Home Delivered Cold Menu The cast of “The Little Mermaid Jr.” is preparing for the show’s opening May 3. Monday, April 8 Members of the cast include (standing, from left) McKenna Quinn, Grace Guernsey, Cheddar cheese, potato Aubrey O’Gorman, Peyton Smith, Abigail Mater, Sabrina Wortley, Lucy Estep, Taylor salad, citrus sections, club Smith (kneeling), Madison Falk, Grace Cool, Katie Cheeseman and Cora Estep. crackers. Tuesday, April 9 Italian pasta salad,' carrot W s ‘ Based on the Hans voice. Featured songs are Guernsey, Peyton Smith, Christian Andersen story and “Kiss the Girl,’’ “Poor Sabrina Wortley, Madison raisin salad, applesauce, The Place to Gofor Professional Styling the Disney film “The Little Unfortunate Souls,” “Part Falk, Grace Cool, Taylor crackers. ► MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN Wednesday, April 10 Mermaid,” “Little Mermaid of Your World,” arid Smith, McKenna Quinn; Hard boiled eggs, pea & Jr.” opens Friday, May 3 at “Under the Sea,” said sailors/chefs, Jox Estep, HAIR STYLING & NAILS salad, Mandarin Garrett Blocker, Isaac cheese Main Street Theatre House Campion. Open Wednesday - Friday Bethany oranges, granola bar. in Nashville. The cast includes: Ariel, Christopher, Thursday, April 11 S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. Tickets go on sale for Abigail Mater; Flounder, Scramlin, Adam Sherman; kChicken Caesar salad, pasta patrons Monday, April 8, Kyra Macomber (first week­ sailors/chefs (first weekend) 1-517-852-9481 and for the general public end) and Kayli Hansen (sec­ Ben Benedict, Meghan salad, tropical fruit, crackers. Friday, April 12 Monday, April 15. orid weekend); King Triton, Borton, Lizzie Parker, Jaydi Reservations are recom- George McNeill; Sebastian, Briones, arid (second week­ mended. Ian Smith; Ursula, Emma end) Taten Wortley, The live-theater musical Franklin (first weekend) and Cameron Wells, Michael will be performed by nearly Keeley Robinson (second Mackenzie, Emily Iszler; sea 60 area students, grades weekend); Flotsam, Allie horse, Jared Mater; seafourth to eighth, said Pat Rooks; Jetsam, Aubrey weed/flamingos, Madison Campion. Pintar; Prince Eric, Sam Auten, Emma Eddy; fish, “The Little Mermaid” Sommer; Grimsby, Joel Parker Auten, Joshua Peters, story takes place in a magical Shinavier; pilot/chef Louis, Riley Poll, Abigail Cool, kingdom fathoms below. The Logan Peterson; Cariota Hannah Carpenter, Ashlyn beautiful young mermaid, (maid) fish, Molly Macleod; Oesch; fish (first weekend), Ariel, longs to leave her Scuttle, Katie Pohl; seagulls, Morgan Miklusicak, ocean home to live in the Lindsey Cool, Meghan Kennedy Allyn, Kate world above. But first, she’ll Sheets, Gloria Guernsey, Haywood, Carleigh have to defy her father King Isabel Ruby; mermaid cho­ Lundquist, Lauren Poll and Triton, make a deal with the rus, Kinsley Poll, Aubrey (second weekend), Erin evil sea witch Ursula, and O’Gorman, Cora Estep, Derusha, Elizabeth Estep, Katie Christopher, convince Prince Eric she’s Lucy Dominique the girl with the enchanting Cheeseman, Grace Haughton, Christina Decker and Clarissa Joppie. Show dates for “The Little Mermaid Jr.” are May 3,4, 5 and 10, 11, 12. Friday shows Vermontville Syrup Festival will begin at 7 p.m., Saturdays at 3 and 7 p.m. and April 26, 27,28,2013 Sundays at 3 p.m. Please presentthis present this coupon atany at any Mid America Shows Show’s ticket booth and receive one regular priced $16 P.O.P. Ride Wristband Tickets for adults are $10, for only $14 during one of the following days & times: seniors (age 62 and up),, stuFriday, April 26» 4PM to 10PM .• Saturday, April 27 • 5PM to 11PM dents $8, children 12 and Sunday, April 28 • Noon to 6PM under $5. No Refunds • No Re-Bands • No Cash Value • No Rain Checks Reserved seating is rec­ One coupon per person. Duplications not accepted. ommended by ommene y ca calling ng 517 517There are height restrictions on some rides. 749-1229 or emailing there vue 1 @yahoo.com. Doors open 30 minutes before cur­ tain. Unclaimed reserved seating will be held until 15 Putnam District Library’s minutes before curtain. Jack & Judy1 The Revue, an all-volun­ 90th anniversary year teer community theater group, performs at Main Country Thursday, April 11th Street Theatre in downtown Kettle Nashville. Stop by Anytime 3 pm—8 pm „ Cafe . ‘-Diana Tfoce r 5sZ J K 1/ Please Join Us For A Wise ‘01 Owl Party mr mritidri r jj? rslj, ol taffi gtrffeisyWiK® Elfefdillssife lfefdillssife Save *2.00! e AGNES PUTNAM ‘ * Irtf' •*£>, 1 OWL-THEMED TREATS B ACTIVITIES Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 i| Hours: Open 7 Days 6AM -8PM to 9 year old Jesse Brumm of Nashville Winner ofthe Giant Bunny & Easter Basket QQIh Anniversary Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News action ads! rbbBntebfctbkam rbbBntebfctbkam' Barry County Chamber of Commerce After Hours 4:30-6:00 pm Business owners/communlty members are Invited to network, meet chamber members and make new business contacts. BARRY �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 6,2013 Steve N. Boome NASHVILLE, MI - Steve N. Boomer, age 59, of Nashville, passed away Saturday, March 23,2013, as a result of critical bums to his body. He was bom July 16, 1953 in Hastings, the son of VERMONTVILLE, MI Norman and Doris Carrol Frederick Benedict, (Richards) Boomer. age 97, of Vermontville, Steve, also known as passed away at' his home "Boomer" to all his friends, with his children by his side attended Maple Valley on Sunday, March 31, 2013. Schools, graduating in 1971. He was bom October 2, He has held various jobs 1915 in rural Vermontville to over the years: Flexfab, Ernest and Etta (Walsh) Kellogg Company and and Benedict. various constructions jobs. Carrol (known to many as For the last 12 years, Steve Curt) grew up on his fami­ had been employed at E. W. ly’s farm north of Bliss Company. Vermontville, the youngest and many years of bowling brother, Harold (Edith) He loved cooking, barbe­ of three. He graduated from and pitching horseshoes. He Benedict and infant daugh­ cuing and entertaining. Steve Vermontville High School in also enjoyed many winters at ter, Claudia. enjoyed gardening and loved 1933. He was drafted into the his Nokomis, FL home with Funeral services will be his flower garden. Steve's U.S. Army in 1939, where he Barbara. held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, favorite pastime was fishing served as a military police­ Carrol is survived by his April 9,2013 at Pray Funeral man overseas during World children, Anita (Pat) Hayes, Home in Charlotte. War II through 1945. Visitation will be * held Lucy (Jack) Baker, Curt John On December 12, 1947, (Ruth) Benedict, Brad from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on WOODLAND, MI - M. Carrol married Barbara (Dawn) Benedict, and Jan Monday, April 8. Memorial Grant and they raised their (Debbi) Benedict; 9 grand­ contributions may be made Marie Fisher, age 97, of Woodland, went to be with five children on his children; and 13 great-grand­ to Pennock Hospice. Centennial farm where he children. Arrangements by Pray the Lord Wednesday, March lived and farmed the rest of He was preceded in death Funeral Home, Charlotte. 27, 2013 at Sensations his life. Carrol loved to see by his wife, Barbara, in Online condolences may be Memory Care in Charlotte. Marie was bom on the his crops grow and harvest­ 2006; his parents; sister, sent to the family at: family farm in Vermontville ed. He enjoyed playing cards Helen (Evert) Steward; www.prayfuneral.com. on May 4, 1915 to Frank and Sara (Snore) Smith. After the early passing of Sara, Frank married Velma Allen. Nashville, MI - Mrs. Ethel read. Marie was a 1933 graduate M. Bandfield, age 83, of Ethel is survived by her ofNashville High School. Nashville, passed away son, Jeff (Gwen) Bandfield; In September of 1935, she Saturday, March 30, 2013 in Jeffery grandsons, L. married Gayion Fisher, and Florida. II, Bandfield II, Jacob he preceded her in death on Ethel was bom in Bandfield, Jason Bandfield; January 5, 1996. Vermontville on February 6, granddaughter, Satin After 21 years of service 1930, the daughter of the late Williams; great-grandson, at the Nashville post office, Emil and Evia (Reynolds) Layne Bandfield and sister, Marie enjoyed an active VanGoethem. She attended Joan Pratt. retirement. She was a She was preceded in death founding board member of by her husband, Jerry and her the Southland Ministries and COBB WELL DRILLING son, James Bandfield. very active in the Kilpatrick Funeral services will take United Brethren Church. GRIPAIR place Saturday, April 6,2013 • 7 Day Service school in Charlotte and grad­ • Pumps Installed & Repaired at 11 a.m. at Nashville uated in 1949. • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair She was the widow of Baptist Church. Pastor Lester DeGroot will officiate. A 30 Years Experience Jerry Bandfield. CHARLOTTE, MI luncheon will take place at Estimates Available Ethel worked as an office the church immediately fol- Richard Joseph Harp, of 517-726-0377 manager for Dr. Morris 356 N. Pease Rd., Charlotte, was bom on lowing the funeral service. Vermontville Brown in Nashville. Memorial contributions September 17, 1929 in Richard Cobb She enjoyed playing bingo David Cobb to Eleanor can be made to the Putnam Muskegon, and completing word search Ml Lie. f1748 Library and the Maple (Fuller) and George William puzzles. Ethel also loved to Harp. He passed away on Valley Scholarship Fund. Arrangements by Daniels April 3, 2013 at the age of Funeral Home in Nashville. 83. United Methodist Church He was married to Betty Please visit our website at Presents www.danielsfuneralhome.net Jean (Greenlee) for 65 years. for further details. The couple lived in the Charlotte area for 53 years. Saturday, April 13 • 4-7pm Richard retired in 1988 from GM as a journeyman electri­ Nashville United Methodist Church cian. (Corner ofState and Washington) He loved Tiger baseball, Includes Ham, Corn or Green Beans, Rolls, Lions football and hunting Mashed Potatoes, Drink, and Homemade Pie with his sons. Adults $8 • 5-12 $6 • Children 4 & under are free He is survived by his wife Betty; sisters, Marie Gallop,' Lorraine (Jim) King, and brother, William (Kathy) Harp; his nine children, Kathy Ball, Joseph (Mary) Harp, Janice (Kenny) Allen, Thomas (Roberta) Harp, Carrol Frederick Benedic and hunting. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, William and Flossie Richards and Jeremiah and Viola Boomer, and cousin, Olivia Sage Hull. Steve is survived by his parents, Norman and Doris Boomer; sister, Vicki (Roger) Hill; brother, Dave Boomer; sister, Lori (James) Olmstead; nieces and nephews, Steven (Aim) Smith, Lori Smith, Jeremy (Amy) Smith, Allison (Tory) Seif, Jonathan Smith Carolyn Smith, Benjamin (Michelle) Hull, Joseph Hull, Ashley Boomer, and Chelsea Boomer. A funeral service was held Wednesday, March 27, 2013 at Thomapple Valley Church in Hastings. Pastor Jeff Arnett officiated the service. Dave Boomer gave the eulo­ gy. Interment took place at Barryville Cemetery in Castleton Township. Arrangements by Ginbach Funeral Home, please visit our website at www.girrbachfuneralhome.net to sign the online guest book or to leave a memoiy or message for the family. M« Marie Fisher Ethel M. Bandfield Survivors include her chil­ dren, Linden (Judy) Fisher of Woodland and Lois Fisher of Ouray, CO; grandchildren, Pam (Kelly) Carter of Clarksville, Debbie (Jim) Elenbaas of Vermontville, and Brian (Tracie) Fisher of Vermontville; six great grandchildren and 10 great­ great grandchildren; sisters, Madelyn Davidson of Portland OR, Donna Hickey of Nashville, and Sharon Helliwell of Portland OR; and many nieces and nephews. Preceding Marie in death were her par­ ents, husband, and two brothers, Russell and Edgar Smith. The funeral service was held Monday April 1, 2013 at the Kilpatrick United Brethren Church, 10005 E. Barnum Road, Woodland Michigan. Interment fol­ lowed at Nashville Lakeview Cemeteiy. Memorials in Marie’s name can be made to Southland Ministries, Kilpatrick United Brethren Church Missionary Fund or Great Lakes Caring Hospice, 900 Cooper Street, Jackson MI 49202. Richard Joseph Harp noon with a funeral service to follow at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the fam­ ily has requested memorial contributions be made to Sparrow Hospice in Lansing and Eaton Community Palliative Care in Charlotte. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.ne t for further details. 4th Annual Ham Dinner Call 269-945-9554 lor Maple Valley News classified ads ^Our Ramify Serving Yours” Lila M. Janouse 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 raT (517) 852-9712 S3 9200 EM-79 Hwy. Nashville ^^3'—'— 06700007 06700007 v Linda (Doug) DuCharme, Donald Harp, Teresa (Scott) Decker, John Harp and Diana (Ron) Barber; along with 16 grandchildren, five step-grandchildren and many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Visitation for Richard will take place at Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at Scott A. Daniels n&Family Owner/Mana°ger VERMONTVILLE, MI Lila M. Janousek, age 77, of Vermontville, passed Tuesday, March 26th, 2013 at Eaton Community Palliative Care. Funeral arrangements are pending at this time. Memorial contributions can be made to Grace Hospice. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.ne t for further details. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. RAILSIDE l/urr Sfzes to Choose From Plus Warehouse Space I Contact... M66 lire 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66 Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 616-374-1200 �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, April 6,2013 — Page 5 Ardis J. Purchis S1' 1 ? feiliataltefij. MCoopMWkn WfflL NASHVILLE, MI - Mrs. Ardis J. Purchis, age 95, of Nashville, passed away Wednesday, April, 2013 at Thomapple Manor in Hastings. Ardis was bom in Nashville on April 14, 1917, the daughter of the late Victor and Grace (Higdon) Brumm. She was raised in the Nashville area and attended local schools, graduating from Nashville High School in 1935. She continued her education by attending Lansing Business School, where she studied business, receiving her associate’s degree in executive secretari­ al. She worked as an execu­ tive secretary at Clark Equipment for 20 years, retiring in the early 1970s. She was the widow of Maurice Purchis. The couple was married in 1937 in St. Joseph. They made their home together in Nashville, where they raised their fami­ ly. The family enjoyed spending their summers on Thomapple Lake, and lived there for a short time. The couple was married 66 years when Maurice passed away. Ardis loved to read and was a member ofthe Putnam Library and several local book clubs. She was a life­ time member of the Nashville United Methodist Church. Ardis enjoyed knit­ ting and quilting, which she did for most of her life as well as watching golf and staying abreast of current Robert and Sandra Wehr of events. Vermontville. Ardis is survived by her The bride and groom are two daughters, Sandra graduates of Maple Valley (Robert) Davis, Brenda Jr./Sr. High School. Stepanie (Charles) Pecor; two sons, is currently employed with Rex (Ann) Purchis, Max Thomapple Manor and Mark (Martha) Purchis; 17 grand- is currently employed with children and 19 great-grand- Consumers Energy. children.. A May wedding is being She was preceded in death planned at The Country Mill by her husband, Maurice and in Charlotte, Mich. her brother, Richard Brumm. Funeral services will be held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, at 5:30 p.m. 2013. on Saturday, April 6, seeking entrants Talent show seeking The family will receive visitors immediately before the funeral service beginning at 5 p.m. at the Daniels Funeral Home. Memorial contributions can be made to the Putnam Library. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.ne t for further details. The Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival talent show is seeking entries. Organizer Sarah Shoemaker said there will be three divisions with no age limit. The talent show opens the festival at 6 p.m. Friday, April 26. Anybody interested in entering should contact Shoemaker at sing2studios@gmail.com or call 517­ 213-3015. Brett and Katie Hummell of Nashville, MI, announce the engagement of their daughter, Erika Hummell to Matt Burgess, son ofDan and Cathy Burgess of Grand Rapids, MI. Don and Pat (Ditzer) Rasey were married April 21, Erika is a graduate of 1973. Their children are hosting an anniversary open Grand Valley State house on April 20,2013 at Mainstreet Banquet Hall, 301 University and is currently N. Main St., Nashville, Ml from 2-4 p.m. Come spend employed by Rapidparts Inc., some time with them and join them for cake, punch and in Walker, MI. Matt is a coffee as they celebrate. No gifts, please. graduate of Central Michigan University and is currently employed by Farmers Insurance in Caledonia, MI. A July wedding is being Raseys to celebrate 40th wedding anniversary planned. MUTO REPAIR Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News classified ads A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m, 6:00 p.m.; Wed.- 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. "Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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. 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 CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School........................... 9:45 Morning Worship...................11 a.m. Evening Worship............................. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ......... .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 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 10OO.......................................... Church 11:00..................................... Fellowship 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship.............................. 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School.............................. 10 Aoo.Ml. Service 11:15 Pric.Me. Service 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY £17-726-1500 • Fuel Oil Furnace Installation and (Service Goodman • Geo-Thermal Installation and Service Serving Your Community • Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Sales and Service • AO Smith Water Heater Sales and | Service for Over 40 Years • Empire Space Heater Sales and Service Air Conditioning & Heating Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School........................... 9:45 A.M. Service................................... 11 P.M. Service.................................... 6 Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH . 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. .Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. 130 S. Main, Vermontville QUALITY, VALUE 8 SERVICE 1351 N. M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES W FROST HEATING 8 COOLING J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Located Downtown Vermontville • New Construction Designed and Installed • Boiler Installation and Service • Radiant Floor Tubing and Ceiling Installation • Duct Cleaning and Sanitizing • High-Efficiency Furnace and Air Conditioning Installation • 24-Hour Phone Service • Free Estimates See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing, business cards, invitations and all your printing needs. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE • Parts • Repairs • Tires Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Nashville (517) 852-9565 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings W.orship 11:15 a.m. .PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 203 N. State, Nashville 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non*denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06600049 �Page 6 - Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 6,2013 QUEEN, continued from page 1 Doug Kelsey (left) and Ted Snodgrass are served warm maple syrup by Queen Elizabeth Wetzel at the sugaring off party in February. queen for the annual maple syrup festival and throughMaple Valley will represent out the state attending parades and festivals. Wetzel, now a junior at Vermontville as queen for bagged her first deer on opening day in 2011. “The whole family hunts. We definitely eat what we hunt,” said Elizabeth who also experiments with recipes. “She is always creating something,” said Chelsea. “She helps me can, making salsas and jams, she has even put together her own cookbook.” Elizabeth said an interest in writing has led her to com­ pile favorite recipes into a cookbook. “I tweak the recipes and make them my own,” said Elizabeth. Chelsea added her daughter is always helping others and assists when delivering Meals on Wheels. The adage a busy person gets things done seems to Equally comfortable in the kitchen is the multi-talent­ follow Elizabeth who is ed Elizabeth Wetzel who not only bakes but develops employed at Jack and Judy’s original recipes. Wetzel has compiled a cookbook of her Country Kettle in Nashville and baby-sits on the side. creations. Elizabeth’s school day is full beginning with anatomy 2013. and physiology with Lonnie Spencer, “He’s awesome,” chimed in Elizabeth; English with Norma Jean Acker, “one of my favorite teach­ ers;” geometry with Robb Rosin who is also cross-country Elizabeth’s coach, “I love him;” world history with Mary LeSage and ending the day in leader­ ship with Acker. Studies are not all that consumes the schedule as Elizabeth runs miles everyday. Plans are in place to par­ ticipate in the 2nd annual From T-ball to softball Maple Syrup 5k Run/Walk Elizabeth Wetzel showed the Saturday of the maple early signs of being the syrup festival. “I think I can fit it in time athlete she is today. In to still be-ready for the addition to softball she parade,” said Elizabeth grin- runs cross-country and ning broadly, who added she was a cheerleader for will berunning in theColor many years. Run in May and July. Running, serving, cook­ said a crown and sash will be ing, writing, hunting and in place as she crosses finish planning will all be done by lines representing tier the organized queen who beloved Vermontville. Elizabeth Wetzel seemed destined to one day be queen. Wetzel par­ ticipated in several princess pageants during the Vermontville Maple Syrup festivals. Activities aplenty at Putnam library Hansbarger Heating 6 flir Conditioning financing Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces andJ NowHvailaiiie flir Conditioners Full line of Indoor flir Quality Products FREE Estimates Licensed G Insured ruuo Uermontuille • Cole Honsborger, Owner EML 517-490-1287 >i;| ■* Facebook f 06808800 i April activities at Putnam District Library get into full swing this week. Whether child, teen, or adult there is something for everyone at the library according to Director Shauna Swantek. Monday, April 8 from 5 to 8 p.m. is Own the Night for teens in grades sixth to 12. Own the Night is held every other Monday night. Teens are encouraged to bring per­ sonal electronic devices to share favorite apps, games, and music. Library comput­ ers will also be available. The Frugal Living Exchange will meet from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 9 (See separate article for details.) A “Wise '01 Owl” party Now Scheduling Appointments MAPLEWVALLEY Accounting and Tax» LLC Jill Hickey, Enrolled Agent • Tracy Janousek, Registered lax Return Preparer 8870 Valley Hwy., Vermontville, MI 517-852-1500 The IRS does not endorse any particular individual tax return preparer. For more information on tax return preparers go to IRS.gov We Specialize in: • Individual Taxes • Farm Taxes • Small Business Taxes • Bookkeeping featuring owl-themed activities and treats will be Thursday, April 11, from 3 to 8 p.m. The party is part of the library's 90th anniversary celebration and honors Agnes Putnam who, with her husband Charles, bequeathed the family home to become Nashville's lending' library. Nail artist Abby Smith will create owl art for guests. The Barry County Chamber of Commerce wel­ comes area business owners to its roving, After Hours event the same evening, April 11 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the library. Community members are invited to net­ work, meet chamber mem­ bers and make new business contacts. The local history rooms will be open from 4 to 7 p.m. In collaboration with The Revue, the library presents an Under the Sea Tea Saturday, April 13 from noon to 1 p.m. Members of the cast of Little Mermaid Jr. will provide entertainment while guests enjoy seathemed food, drinks and water-themed crafts. Children in grades kinder­ garten through fifth are invit­ ed, and are to be accompa­ nied by one adult. Reservations are required. To reserve a spot for the tea contact the library by stop­ ping in or calling, 517-852­ 9723. Putnam District Library serves the townships of Assyria, Castleton, and Maple Grove.' Visit the library online, www.putnamIib.org for access to the online library catalog, free downloadable ebooks, and an event calendar. DOBBIN'S ACDelco COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE CENTER Your Local CM Automotive Specialists LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON M-79 Our Diagnostic Computer Software is Compatible With AU Makes & Models 1__ JEFF DOBBINS AUTO SERVICE, INC._ Otvner, Jeff Dobbin. ASE Master Technician Over 20 years experience 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday. April 6, 2013 — Page 7 Light and energy topic inspires creative juices Elizabeth Christopher (from left), Seifer Atchley, Bill Burkett, and Olivia Roush devise a wind powered structure. Donavan Rice (from left), Paige Hopkins, Josh Rein, and Olivia Williams pose with a poster depicting light and energy. The students are from Amanda Archer’s third grade class at Fuller Street Elementary. to W I Mi te VwiwMe lh(fe K kSjnleM Noah Scott, Jamie Steele, Dawson Brown, Travis Mater explore circuitry with bat­ tery powered devices. Dawson found a way to heat the air in the coffee can, trans­ port it through tubing to move the thermometer at the base. MIWl Big or small your Diesel Fuel needs are important. Quality and service can make the difference. jg gh ijj® With the cost of equipment it’s even more important to use a dependable diesel fuel with the proven service to get it there when you need it. Count on Kent Oil & Propane with over 70 years of service to provide all your fuel needs. Cassidy Simpson (from left), Michaela Cheeseman, Jakob Harwood and Kaylee Lamb showcase projects made at home around the topic of light and energy. Amanda Archer's third grade students have been learning about light and energy with projects com­ pleted at home as a family activity. Preceding the proj­ ects, student learning in the classroom was through read­ ing the text and answering comprehension questions in group discussions. Projects ranged from posters showing different kinds of energy and light sources, to a device that con­ verted wind into electrical energy, said Archer. Closed and open circuits were shown, heat energy and board games that tested knowledge of the topic as well as devices that demon­ strated how refracting and bending of light rays occur were created by the students. Archer said she was proud of the creativity the students displayed in the projects. Motor Oil Pricing: Mobil Delvac MX 15W-40 $559.35 Drum Mobil 424 Hydraulic Fluid $513.70 Drum free delivery w/ 2 drum purchase Sale price good through April 30, 2013 Kent Oil & Propane, Inc We Deliver W58 735 Durkee Street, Nashville, MI MODII Phone (517) 852-9210 or (800) 638-7484 www.kentoilpropane.com �Page 8 — Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, April 6,2013 Former Maple Grove woman fondly recalls childhood Memories of the Past about the days of her youth, as she recalls people and events of an earlier era. “I loved that school (Nashville High). I remem­ ber only too well how fright­ In a recent Memories of ened I was the first day I the Past about the trials of started high school — a early rural youngsters find­ country girl coming to town ing transportation to classes and almost a stranger. I hesi­ at Nashville High Shcool, we tated outside getting nerve featured recollections by enough to go in. Then I three former residents. One thought, “In a couple of of those three was Myrtle weeks, I will be going in like Marshall Donovan, a 1917 I owned the place.’ “(Charles) Appleton was graduate of NHS and daugh­ ter of the late Rev. and Mrs. our prof apd he rather John J. Marshall of Maple enjoyed scaring the bashful new country kids. One day Grove. In a follow-up letter last he had several of the class week, Mrs. Donovan shared put algebra problems on the many other reminiscences blackboard and explain about her family and child­ them. It came (to be my turn) hood days — written in such and I started (explaining), a charming manner we could but he practically yelled out, not resist passing them on to ‘How did you get that?’ “It didn’t scare me, but our readers (with her made me mad and I showed approval). In 1920, Myrtle married him how I got it. He just Lawrence Brown and laughed and said, ‘I guess became the mother of six you knew.’ “A lot (of students) didn’t children. She first had a sec­ retarial career then raised her like him, but I did. If he family. (She now has 20 caught someone whispering grandchildren and 28 great­ or bothering some other stu­ grandchildren.) dents, he would say, ‘Go Aftei'ber hqfband’s death back to your seat. If you in 1958 she married Martin can’t stand your own compa­ Donovan in 1962 and the ny, for goodness sake don’t couple eventually settled in burden other people with it,’ Mesa, Arizona, afer a one“I roller skated and played year stint in VISTA basketball (in my spare „ (Volunteers in Service to time). I was an A or A+ stu­ America). dent all through school. I They organized a center learned quite easily and forfor the elderly at Price, Utah got quickly. and later opened one at “My dad had said he Colorado Springs where they would like to have a teacher instructed underprivileged or a minister of one of his persons in arts, crafts, cook­ family. I was the last hope, ing, sewing, etc. and also so I planned on teaching. organized a day care center. When I was in the eighth In addition, Martin coached grade at McKelvey school, a ball team. my teacher was in ill health After settling in Mesa, the and about once a week she Donovans became active left me in charge of school. church members. In She also encouraged me to November 1974, Myrtle was teach. named Woman of the Month After graduation (from by Grace United Methodist NHS), I went to Kalamazoo Church, of which she is a for a teacher’s course and in charter member. the fall taught school over by Her advocation has been Lacey at Eagle school ... raising flowers, especially Later, I decided it wasn’t for roses and she has been an me, so I went to South Bend, enthusiastic square-dancer. Indiana, to take a secretarial After her marriage to course at the business colDonovan, a retiree from Olds lege.” (Her first job was as a in Lansing, the couple trav­ stenographer for Major eled and square danced in Dunstan and payroll clerk at every state in the union. old Camp Custer near Battle Following are some of Creek.) Myrtle’s random thoughts “I can recall an incident of This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News,April 5, 1983. ATTENTION PROPERTY OWNERS In an effort to make the Village a cleaner place to visit and live in, the Village of Nashville is asking property owners on Main Street to please clean and sweep the sidewalks in front of their property when needed. Thank you for your help in keeping our small section of America clean. on The 1915 gathering of Nashville students at the local railroad depot welcomed the arrival of their professor C. W. Appleton (center, wearing long dark topcoat) in what proved to be a false celebration. “We thought he had been elected school commissioner but there was some kind of recount and he wasn’t,” recalls Myrtle Marshall, seen in long white dress just right of center. She remembers Appleton as a stern disciplinarian, but she liked him.. his flock, he should avoid the South and North evangel­ evil or even the appearance ical churches (in Maple of evil. A pedro deck was Grove). I started school at never allowed in our house McKelvey, two miles away or any liquor. I never heard from our home (which is a present-day nursing home on any quarreling or swearing. “(For) my mother, her Lawrence Road). My dad family and God was her full built that house and the tim­ life. It was the custom then ber was from our woods. The that a minister’s time at one woodwork in the house was place was three years. Before furniture oak.’ The Marshall I was bom, they were in family then moved to Eureka northern Michigan. Crops and Mt. Pleasant before were poor and so was every­ returning to Maple Grove. “Dad’s health was failing one. "The grocer could not afford to let groceries out on so we moved back on the credit. For a week, my folks farm. I went to McKelvey had nothing to eat. Ministers school for the seventh and were lucky to get any money eighth grades. I was Dad’s — often it was just food hired help. There wasn’t any brought in from the farms riding machinery then. I and second-hand clothing plowed, dragged, ran the hay that had been discarded. fork, planted com with a Clothing was brought in at hand-planter, made hay — house-cleaning time and one all that sort of stuff. Dad day a whole lot (arrived). would never work on Mother asked Dad what his Sunday, only to feed the sermon was going to be and livestock or in an emer­ he said, ‘Solomon in all his gency. glory was not arrayed as one “One time we were mak­ ing hay on another farm and of these.’ Mother smiled. “Sunday morning she lin­ brought in our last load about gered after Dad had left then 7:30 on a Saturday night. I dressed the kids in the (dis­ had on jeans — in those days carded) clothing. Just as Dad women didn’t wear slacks Myrtle Marshall, right, was mortified to have her announced the title of his but I would have tripped in a boyfriend arrive unexpectedly at their farm and find her sermon, Mother marched dress, so I got this pair of wearing blue jeans which she had donned to help her into church with the chil­ jeans. We had hardly gotten dad make hay, “In those days women didn’t wear dren. into the driveway when my “During those times when boyfriend Earl Gibson drove slacks,” explains Myrtle. With her in this 1917 photo is it was so bad, Dad had to in. I slid off the back of the friend Pearl Gearhart (later Gardner). leave for his appointment wagon and ran into the school days in Nashville. Marshalls. The others were and would be gone a week or house. My sister Jesse was Luelda Brady was going Rose, Fred, Frank, Jesse, two. He got the horse ready there and she called to Earl, with me to spend the week­ Lorilla, John, Margaret, then knelt down to pray, then came and dragged me end at (the home of) my Sophia and Laurel. Her telling God that his family out ofthe clothes closet. Was brother Frank in father was an Ohio native had no food in the house and I embarrassed!” Vermontville. After school, who came to Michigan in asking God to take care of Rev. John J. Marshall and Luelda had to go home to get 1862 with his parents and them. He went in and kissed his wife, the former Louise some clothes, etc., and we settled on a Maple Grove mother goodbye and told Jane Wendel of Maple decided to walk down the Township farm where he her, ‘Momma, I know God is Grove, celebrated their gold­ railroad track by the depot grew to manhood. John was going to take care of you.’ en wedding anniversary in when one of the train men from a family of five boys “There was an old man 1928. Two years later, he asked us where we were (the others were George, (living in the area) who liked died. going. We told him and he Christopher, Harvey and Dad and later told him that at “Mother was lost without said they would be pulling Dave Marshall) and three the very same time Dad was Dad and she often said she out right away and stopping girls: Louise Hyde, Sophia praying, the thought came tp was ready to go any time to (in Vermontville). ‘There is Marshall and Kate Kinney. him, “I wonder if Rev. be with him. She lived until an empty (box) car and the “Sophia married a cousin ' Marshalls have any food?’ 194Q> door is open. You can ride so she didn’t change her “The thought was so insis­ “When times were hard over.’ name,” writes Mrs. tent that he didn’t wait to do and we kids maybe had only “He helped us in and, true Donovan. “When going to his chores, but went back to one good outfit, she would to his word, helped us down school, most were relatives the house and got a sack of set up nights and sew. She (at Vermontville). Someone and later it was hard to find a flour, a big ham, potatoes could get a very good meal saw us get in the car and it boyfriend who wasn’t rela­ and other vegetables* (and out of almost nothing. was all over town. More fuss tion. delivered them to the “One man who always was made over that than-if “The. Lord called my Marshalls). criticized most people and we had committed murder. I father to be a minister and at “I was bom at Riverton hadn’t a good word for any­ never could see where we the time, he chewed tobacco. near Scottville, Michigan. one, made the statement, did anything so wrong.” He felt it was a sin he must We moved around several “Louise Marshall is one Myrtle was one of ten conquer and he did. He times. When I was five, good woman.’” children born to the John always said as a shepherd of father had his home parish at �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, April 6, 2013 — Page 9 LEGAL NOTICE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by RICK FEIRICK and NANCY FEIRICK, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Mortgagee, dated July 16, 2005, and recorded on August 26, 2005, in Document No. 1151709, and assigned by said mortgagee to Federal National Mortgage Association, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Eight Thousand Six Hundred SixtyOne Dollars and Sixty-Six Cents ($148,661.66), including interest at 3.380% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mort­ gage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, At the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 01:00 PM o'clock, on April 18, 2013 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: SITUATED AND BEING IN THE TOWNSHIP OF THORNAPPLE IN BARRY COUNTY, AND STATE OF MICHIGAN, AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: PAR­ CEL 1: THE SOUTH 225 FEET OF THE WEST 300 FEET OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIP­ TION; BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF SEC­ TION 34, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, 598 FEET SOUTH OF THE WEST 1 I 4 POST, THENCE EAST 476 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 714.80 FEET, THENCE WEST 476 FEET, THENCE NORTH 714.80 FEET TO BEGINNING. PARCEL 2: THE SOUTH 225 FEET OF THE EAST 49 FEET OF THE WEST 349 FEET OF THE FOL­ LOWING: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF SECTION 34, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, THORNAP­ PLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, 598 FEET SOUTH OF THE WEST 1 / 4 CORNER; THENCE EAST 476 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 714.8 FEET; THENCE WEST 476 FEET; THENCE NORTH 714.8 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless deter­ mined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241 a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. If the above referenced property is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 600 of the Michigan Compiled Laws, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damag­ ing the property during the redemption period. Federal National Mortgage Association Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 LBPS.002567 FNMA (03-16)(04­ 06) 06807245 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 06799959 opporTvSty From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Beauty is in the eye of the beholder To the editor: Last week I read with great disappointment about the demise of Vermontville's wooden sculpture (Chief) as a consequence of the deci­ sion by a local board. It was pointed out by one of the board members that they had to take action because the sculpture. was unstable and it could have fallen on a child. So there­ fore, we must concede that destroying the sculpture was’ probably the right thing to do LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jerry J. Patten and Pamela S. Patten, husband and wife, to Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Successor by Merger to Wachovia Bank of Delaware, National Association, Formerly Known as First Union National Bank of Delaware successor by merger to First Union Home Equity Bank, National Association, Mortgagee, dated October 20, 1998 and recorded December 18,1998 in Instrument Number 1022580, Barry County Records, Michigan and rerecorded November 5,1998 in Instrument Number 1020435, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Five Hundred One and 90/100 Dollars ($106,501.90) including interest at 8.69% 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 mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on APRIL 25, 2013. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, arid are described as: Lots 251, 252 and 253 of Algonquin Resort Lake Properties Unit Number 2 as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 63; The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, 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. If the property is sold.at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ erty, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 23, 2013 Orlans Associates, PC. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 12-510480 (03-23)(04-13) 06307696 since it may have saved innocent children from the honor of a giant lurching wooden Indian. Unfortunately; the actions in neutralizing this community threat may have had some unintended consequences. Consider for a moment the kind of negative publicity this could generate. After all, we dismembered a Native American with a large power tool in the back yard of our local church and rendered a gifted work of art by one of our native sons into a giant paperweight. I'mno expert on public relations but something tells me that kind of story might not play well in the media. Hopefully, CNN will not decide to do a follow-up to their 2002 story on the Chief. I can see the headline now, “Sweetest Town in Michigan Massacres Aging Iridian Chief with Chainsaw as Prelude to Easter Celebration”. We would have to go into massive spin control and generate a press release perhaps claiming that Vermontville is now the safest town in the nation for slow toddlers. I don't know the details of this .situation and maybe there .was no other way to solve the public safety issue created by Chiefs infirmity. Apparently, biological rot had already taken its toll before the coup de chainsaw was delivered so perhaps it couldn't have been restored anyway. I can imagine that Mr. Myers may have been less than perfectly reasonable and convenient to work with on 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 this problem so I believe that the board may deserve some measure of sympathy in try­ ing to do so. Let's not forget however that artists have a universal right-of eccentricity and it is not always rea­ sonable to hold them to the highest standards of punctuality, accountability, and professionalism unless you expect bank presidents and school administrators to start churning out great art. That being said, I have a feeling that we need to square this thing up somehow. Perhaps we could get ahead of the looming publicity disaster by creating a public art fund in order to solve our public relations problem and absolve our community of what some might regard as 'killing a mockingbird.' I suggest that the first project of such a fund might be directed to Mr. Myers. Since we cannot restore the Chief to his former glory, perhaps we might commis­ sion a new sculpture that can be safely displayed somewhere in the village. That way the community gets a new public work of art, com­ munity redemption, good press, and avoids any unpleasant comparisons to Waziristan. Mr. Myers will get a hew project, the appre­ ciation that he deserves as an artist and some extra funds to help him support Mr. Ripley's new establishment. Everybody wins and we can all bury the tomahawk. Let's support one of our most unique and talented local artists, and all of our future artists, and make sure that Vermontville remains a unique and interesting place to visit and live. Joel Malcuit Vermontville For Rent RAILSIDE MINI STOR­ AGE: 5 sizes plus warehouse space available. Call M-66 Tire (616)374-1200 Card ofThanks THANK YOU The family of Marie Fisher wishes to thank Sensations Memory Care and Great Lakes Care-Hospice for the compassionate, loving care of their mother and support given to the family-at the time of her death. Also thank you to friends and neighbors for their con­ cern, support and prayers. Business Services BASEMENT WATERPROOFING: PROFESSIONAL BASEMENT SERVICES waterproofing, crack repair, mold remediation. Local/licensed. Free estimates. (517)290-5556. Community Notices (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE tn § Now accepting MasterCard & Visa VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST mens breakfast/bake sale. 8am-10am Saturday April 13th. Proceeds go to Youth Christian Camp. LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in of a Mortgage made on October 28, 2008, by Jordan M. Sheely and Tiffany R. Sheely, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on November 5, 2008, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 20081105-0010748, which mortgage was gage assigned to Commercial Bank by an the conditions certain Assignment of Mortgage dated February 8, 2013, recorded on February 13, 2013, in Instrument Number 2013-001707, Barry County Records,, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of NinetyOne Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Four and 51/100 Dollars ($91,864.51); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that oh Thursday, April 25, 2013 at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE VILLAGE OF FREEPORT, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: The South half of Lot 3 and 4 of Block 4, Village of Freeport according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 22, and subject to that easement recorded in Liber. 544 on Page 478, for the right to use the fol­ lowing described land for the pur­ pose of using and maintaining a building which is now existing on the following described land: Commencing at the Northwest comer of the South half of Lot 3, Block 4, of the Village of Freeport, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 22, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, thence South 11 feet plus or minus, along the West Lot line of Lot 3, thence East 23.8 feet parallel with the North Lot line of Lot 3, thence North 11 feet, plus or minus, to the North Lot line of Lot 3, thence West along the North Lot line of Lot 3 to the point of beginning. Commonly known address: 123 N. State St., Freeport, Michigan 49325 Parcel ID Number: 08-43­ 104-003-50 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: March 15,2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (03-23)(04-13) Courthouse in Call 269-945-9554 for classified ads NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions bf a certain Mortgage made on September 13, 2004, by Bruce D. Newton and Nancy H. Newton, husband and' wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on September 20, 2004, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1134130, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated December 1, 2011, recorded on December 22, 2011, in Instrument Number 201112220012057, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Eighty-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Four and 38/100 Dollars ($89,304.38); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at W0 o'clock in the after­ noon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that' being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF HOPE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Parcel 1: Beginning at a point of the North line of Section 36, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, distant 430.00 feet East of the North quarter Post of said Section; thence continuing East, along North Section line 310.00 feet; thence South, at right angles to said North Section line, 290.00 feet; thence West 310.00 feet; thence North 290.00 feet to the point of beginning. Also an ease­ ment for ingress and egress' with others for use in common over the driveway now located on the premises lying East of and adja­ cent to the above described premises. Commonly known address: 1497 W. Dowling Road, Dowling; Michigan 49050 Tax Parcel Number: 08-07-036-004­ 10 Parcel 2: A parcel of land in the Northwest quarter of Section 15, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as; beginning at a point 1696.98 feet West of the North and South quarter line and 1171.78 feet South of the North one eighth line of said Section and running thence South 44 degrees 22 minutes West 160 feet, thence North 87 degrees 32 minutes 30 seconds West 137.3 feet, thence North 2 degrees 27 minutes 30 seconds East 78 feet, thence North 51 degrees 56 min­ utes East 194.47 feet, thence South 45 degrees 58 minutes East 126.5 feet to the place of beginning. Commonly known address: 3901 S. Shore Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046 Tax Parcel Number: 08-07-015-024­ 00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed Shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: March 15, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings; Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371 -8253. (03-23)(04-13) �Page 10 — JuM Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday April 6.2013 Valley boys expect to be better in close games return eight starters from that by Brett Bremer 2012 team. Sports Editor The group is led by senior The title of the Lion varsi­ ty boys' baseball team's sea­ catcher Tyler Hickey, who son might have been “So was an all-region performer last year and was named Close.” For the second straight first team all-conference irl Kalamazoo Valley year the Lions fell in a dis­ the trict championship game. Association. All-district and The Lions were one game honorable mention all-con­ over .500. at 19-18, but 15 of ference performers juniors those 18 losses were by three Austin Gonser and Kyle Brumm and sophomore runs or fewer. “We know we can turn Beau Johnson are back as that number around this well. Gonser, Brumm, Johnson, year,” said Maple Valley senior Tommy -Mudge and head coach Bryan Carpenter. There is experience all junior Sammy Benedict were over the field as the Lions the Lions top five pitchers last season. Gonser and Brumm will lead a talented outfield which also includes seniors Garrett Miller and Brandon Erwin. Junior Anthony Mahler and senior Garrett Mater return to battle for time at second base. Johnson will play at third, when he’s not pitching or catching, and Mudge will man first base when he’s not on the mound. With juniors and sopho­ mores through the line-up the Lions are still relatively young. The team will also look for contributions from Lion golf program has twenty players competing for spots by Brett Bremer Sports Editor If there’s strength in numbers, the Lions have that going for them. There are 20 guys out for golf at Maple Valley High School this spring. A lot of them are young, inexperienced golfers, but they’re working hard. “Since we have such, a large team our roster changes weekly, based on payer scoring averages,” said head coach Spring Javor, who’s entering her second year leading the program. “This creates a drive each day to practice and play hard for an opportunity to play a varsity match.” “We have a great season ahead of us. The guys are working diligently on improving their swings and realize the importance of a good short game.” The Lion team has seven seniors, who Javor said are tremendous leaders. Nick Iszler has the most varsity experience ofthe group, and will likely find a spot in the varsity line-up along with some strong underclassmen. Rage Sheldon, now a sophomore, ranked 16th in the conference at the end of the Kalamazoo Valley Association season last spring. Sophomores Ryan Mudge and Jordan Denton will look to fill spots in the varsity line-up again, and Javor expects good contributions from sophomore Hunter Hilton who was the top JV player for the Lions last year. There are a lot of line-up decisions yet to be made, because ofthe spring weather which made getting out on the course nearly impossible. There isn’t much more time to prepare for the start of the season though. The Lions open KVA action at Mulberry Fore against Kalamazoo Christian and Schoolcraft Wednesday, then will head to the Delton Kellogg Invitational at Mullenhurst Friday. Lions girls’ track and field team nearly doubles in size by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Even without a full quota of athletes in every event last spring the Maple Valley var­ sity girls’ track and field team was able to earn a fourth-place finish in the Kalamazoo Valley Association. The team has some talent­ ed athletes back, and is almost twice as big things spring. “It will be nice to fill all of the events,” said head coach Robert Browne, who’s enter­ ing his fifth season coaching the Lion ladies. The group of returnees is led by senior distance runner Jessica Rushford Jessica Rushford, junior hur­ dler Hanna Kyle, senior meter at the Division 3 State thrower Siera Rose, sopho­ Finals last spring, while more pole vaulter Jadelyn Stewart was a state qualifier Stewart and junior sprinter and cleared the opening height in the pole vault at the Hadley Joppie. Rushford ran in the 800- finals in Comstock Park. meter race and the 1600Out of the large group of newcomers, Browne said he expects strong performances from sophomore Erica Burkett in the distance races, freshman Shawna Dockter in the sprints and sophomore Terra Hall in the throws. Browne said inexperience comes with the large group, and there isn’t much time to get ready for the start of the conference season. The Lions have a key league dual early, against the defending champs from Schoolcraft on the road April 16. Maple Valley opens KVA duals at home against Kalamazoo Christian Tuesday afternoon, then will head to Lakewood for a Tri with the Vikings and Pennfield Panthers Thursday. It’s a busy first week back from break for the Lions, who head to Portland for the Raiders’ invitational Saturday. Tommy Mudge sophomore Andrew Brighton and juniors Cody Morris, Troy Allen and Jeremy Fisher. Pitching and defense are key to winning close ball games. There are things the Lions can do to be a bit bet­ ter in each area to accom­ plish their goals. ‘‘On defense we need to eliminate making costly errors in bunches, we need to make the plays behind our pitchers and not give away extra outs,” Carpenter said. “On the mound we need to cut down on our walks and get ahead in the count.” “Offensively, we need to continue to have a plan at the plate and put the ball in play, put pressure on the other team and make them field the ball and get us out.” The Lions have high hopes. Carpenter said his team has set a goal of win­ ning 26 games this season and to be in the running for a KVA championship at the end of the year, not to men­ tion finally busting through at the end and winning a dis- trict championship. There won’t be too many easy afternoons in the KVA. Hackett Catholic Central, Schoolcraft, GalesburgAugusta and Parchment all have solid teams coming back too. The Lions open league play Tuesday at GalesburgAugusta. The Lions’ home opener in Vermontville with be April 19 against Parchment. In between those two contests, the Lions got to Delton Kellogg April 16. Valley opens soccer season at Olivet Wednesday evening by Brett Bremer Sports Editor It has been a rough start to the season already for the Maple Valley varsity girls’ soccer team. Head coach Chris Ricketts, who’s entering his 11th sea­ son leading the program, said his team has lost a couple of its top players for the season. Inexperience was already going to be an issue for the Lions. Maple Valley does have some solid leaders to take over though, including senior defenders Alexis Lamance and Shennondoah Fighter and senior midfielder Gretchen Hakenjos. Junior forward Brianna Heinze and sophomore mid­ fielder Emma McGlocklin are back as well for the Lions, looking to contribute some scoring punch. The Lions are scheduled to begin the Kalamazoo Valley Association season at Olivet Wednesday, then will play their home opener Friday against Barry County Christian. Gretchen Hakenjos The Kalamazoo Valley tough at the top against, with Delton Kellogg all likely Christian, fighting for the top spot in the Association will be very Kalamazoo Hackett Catholic Central and conference. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, April 6,2013 — Page 11 Lions set sights on getting back atop their conference by Brett Bremer Sports Editor There are a couple ofdates highlighted on the Lions’ calendar this spring. Maple Valley hosts its Kalamazoo Valley Association dual with Olivet, May 7. The league regular season then concludes with a KVA jamboree at Delton Kellogg May 14, which includes the Lions and the host Panthers, and Parchment and Constantine too. Maple Valley varsity boys’ track and field head coach Brian Lincoln said he thinks any one of those five teams could finish atop the KVA standings. “Our goal each year is to compete for the KVA title,” Lincoln said. “It has been a couple of years since we wont it and would like to get back to that/ caliber again. The boys have been working their tails offto get ready for the season, and the team chemistry has been great also.” The Lion team is a little smaller than it has been in recent years, with 34 guys out, but there is lots of talent - especially in the field events and the sprints. Senior Keegan Yost was a state qualifier last year in the shot put, and the KVA champion in that event. He fin­ ished one spot out of the medals in ninth place at the Division 3 State Finals. He returns along with sen­ iors Dayton Ashley and Brandon Ripley and sopho­ more Cole Decker in the throws. In the jumps, sophomore Tanner Brownell is back to lead the way for the Lions, along with help from senior Ryan Nisse and junior Doug Sears. Senior Robbie Welch is back in the pole vault. Nisse, Eddy, Sears and sophomore Seth Feasel will also make for a talented group of hurdlers for the Lions. The top three in that group have all run under 44.0 seconds in the 300meter intermediate hurdles. “We are young in the sprints, but should be pretty talented,” Lincoln said. The group of sprinters includes sophomores Gunner Tobias and Brownell, Welch and junior Dylan Kennedy. The group will also help out in the Lions’ always strong relays. Welch and Eddy were part ence. They might get some of the KVA champion 1600- help in the long races from meter relay team last year, juniors Dan Langman and and Tobias qualified with the Juan Mena. group bf the state finals in Lincoln said he also that race. expects help from a couple The Lions’ biggest ques­ other varsity newcomers, tion marks are in the distance senior thrower Diego Pesina, races, juniors Austin Rood freshman sprinter Erin and Brandon Wilson the only French and freshman middle guys with any real experi- distance runner Dan Ohler. The Lions start the season with a KVA dual at home against Kalamazoo Christian Lion softball has solid senior group back for new head coach Main Street Salon 226 Main Ryan Nisse Tuesday, then will head to Lakewood for a non-conference tri with the Vikings and Pennfield Panthers Thursday. Saturday, the Lions head to Portland for an invitational. KENT OIL & PROPANE lAaple Valley ■pharmacy­ Store hours * Mon-Fri 9- 6 • Sat 9-1 219 N. 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State Street Hastings 269-945-4520 1-800-443-5253 www.thelynndentonagency.com �Page 12 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 6, 2013 Hundreds of kids scramble for thousands of eggs The Denton family, mom and dad, Jonathan and Stacey, oversee the collected eggs of Maddy and Braden at the Easter egg hunt in Nashville Saturday, March 30. Amanda Theisen observes son, Owen, grasp another egg for the collection, at the annual Easter egg hunt in Nashville. Too much noise seems to be the condition for the Easter Bunny at the annu­ al Easter egg hunt in Nashville Saturday, March 30. The hunt was moved to Riverside Park from Putnam Park due to maple sap tapping lines strewn across the ground. Lily and Reid Rosin enjoy a sunny day collectin ing Easter eggs Nashville Saturday, March 30. Colorful hats help to keep chilly air at bay. The Easter Bunny surveys the fruit of his labors as Riverside Park in Nashville is covered with a bounty of eggs. 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Besides the candy-filled eggs, some contain prizes and grand prizes one per age group. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-04-13.pdf 09c52179eb84aa51f07494c88d1d742e 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. 141-No. 15, April 13, 2013 The Vermontille Maple Syrup Festival grand marshal has “We Serve” motto by Shari Carney Staff Writer This year’s choice for grand marshal of the 73rd Annual Maple Syrup Festival is the Vermontville Lions Club. The local Lions organiza­ tion is part of a global serv­ ice network. The “We Serve” motto of the interna­ tional group, which formed in 1917, illustrates the many community activities and events in which the local Lions club participates. Billing themselves as “The World’s Largest Service Club Organization,” on their lionsclub.org website, the Vermontville club is one of 46,000 clubs in an organiza­ tion whose total membership exceeds 1.35 million. The Vermontville club bers to the All State Band. formed on July 7, 1942 and The Vermontville Lions through the decades has built have met a variety of needs an impressive roster of civic for Maple Valley schools minded contributions includ­ such as the Student of the ing the building of the pavil­ Month program for sixth ion at Lions Park, wheelchair graders and, in past years, ramps, a community rest­ the Dare program. room at the Opera House; The Vermontville purchasing of hospital beds, Township Library is a fre­ crutches, wheelchairs and quent recipient of the club’s glasses, assistance to burned benevolence also. An early out families, annual contri­ gift in 1949 was a set of butions to the Maple Valley World Book encyclopedias. Memorial Scholarship Frequently, the library has Foundation, Christmas bas­ received donations towards Grand marshal for the 73rd Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival is the Vermontville kets and gifts to those in large print edition books and need, sponsorship of the prizes for program participa­ Lions Club, back row (from left), Denny Smith, Greg Szymanski, Joe Briggs, Gene annual senior dinner, pur­ tion. Fisher, Mike Visgar, Gary Goris, Bill Martin, Deb Siple. and Mark Siple. Front row, chase of upholstered chairs “They are an important Mark Lawless, Vicki Lawless, John Perez, Marguerite Voight, Dianne Barmes, Pam for the Opera House, spon- part of the community,” said Szymanski and Russ Laverty. (Missing are Bill Mason, Ronna Steel and Vicky Smith) soring of scholarships for Carla Rumsey, library direc­ study abroad programs and tor, “there to help every­ Rumsey said the annual the Lions is the “highlight” See LIONS, page 6 sending selected band mem- where.” . Trunk or Treat sponsored by of the fall. Trunk or Treat, Record number of tax foreclosures hits Eaton County Help available forEaton homeowners The Vermontville Lions Club holds monthly meetings for members and interested parties. Then District Governor Ray Robbins addresses the Lions at a regular meet- ing in 2012. On a crisp fall evening in 2011, the Vermontville Lions Club hosts the annual Trunk or Treat. In addition to treats doled out to eager children, families are treated to hotdogs and hot chocolate courtesy of the Lions. ( Photo by Doug Kelsey) The Eaton County treasur­ er’s office reports that 49 Eaton County properties were tax foreclosed by the State of Michigan April 1, the largest number of tax foreclosures in recent historyTax foreclosures have increased steadily, rising almost 450 .percent since 2002, said Eaton County Treasurer Bob Robinson in a press release issued April 5. Property owners with taxes that are two years delinquent face foreclosure, and their property is sold at auction by the State of Michigan. “We are experiencing a tax foreclosure crisis,” said Robinson, a Vermontville resident. “It’s a silent crisis that’s been affecting Eaton County and the rest of our state for almost a decade. I will be working in the months ahead to address this issue for Eaton County citi­ zens and finding ways to help people minimize and prevent future tax foreclo­ sures.” Michigan State Housing and Development Authority reports that average foreclosures in Michigan result in in expense. $80,000 Successful prevention, how- ever, only costs $3,000, added Robinson. As part of a countywide strategy to help homeowners at risk of losing their homes, The treasurer’s office, in conjunction with Housing Services of Eaton County and Olivet College, is collab­ orating to raise awareness about home ownership and how to prevent mortgage and tax foreclosure. This unique collaboration makes MSHDA-qualified counsel­ ing available for homeown­ ers who are in danger of losing their homes to financial hardship or unemployment, said Robinson. Qualified homeowners will be given foreclosure­ prevention information on a variety of assistance pro­ grams and be informed about strategies to prevent losing their homes, he said. Long­ term financial counseling also is available to those who qualify. The program includes rescue funds to get homeowners current on back taxes, mortgage payments, or both, he added. “While tax foreclosures remain a problem, I’m pleased to share that by working closely with the Foreclosure Services Division of the Michigan Attorney General’s Office, the Eaton County Department of Human Services, Housing Services and of Eaton County Salvation Army, we were able to prevent 15 properties from being foreclosed. By MSHDA statistics, this saves taxpayers over $1 million,” said Robinson, noting that staff at the treasurer’s office worked many hard hours to make that happen. For more information, visit www.eatoncountytneasurer.oig. In This Issue • Residents invited to meeting on road funding • Community blood drive will be at high school Monday • Old Nashville High songs sing of local spirit • Lions girls soccer team loses close game with Eagles �Page 2 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, April 13, 2013 Residents invited to meeting bn road funding State Rep. Mike Callton is inviting area residents to attend a town hall meeting Wednesday, April 17, to dis­ cuss the condition of local roads, as well as options state government is considering for funding improvements. Callton, R-Nashville, will be joined at the event by Brad Lamberg, managing director of the Barry County Road Commission, as well as a representative from the Michigan Department of Transportation. The meeting is free and and at some point, we are open to the public, and will going to need to make the run from 7 to 9 p.m. at the tough decisions as to what’s Barry County Enrichment next,” he said. “Before we Center, 231 S. Broadway in reach that point, I’d like to Hastings. The panel will hear from local residents speak about repair, mainte­ their thoughts about what nance and funding of most needs to be fixed and Michigan’s road infrastruc­ how it should be paid for.” More information about ture. Comments and ques­ maintenance and tions from the audience will road be encouraged, Callton said .options for improving infrastructure can be found at in a press release. “Upgrading our trans­ www.mi.gov/MDOT. portation system has been a lightning-rod issue this year, Community blood drive will be at high school Monday Maple Valley’s leadership class is sponsoring a blood drive at the high school Monday, April 22. The public is welcome any time between 8 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. to help the Red Cross in reducing the shortage in this area, said Savannah Shilton, leadership student in a press release. The public will be given priority upon arrival. Students who are at least 16 years old are allowed to sign up, but will need to have parental consent to donate. Consent forms will be available during lunches and in the office. Students who are 17 or more years old are allowed to sign up without parental consent. “As students we are look­ ing to make a contribution in a meaningful way. We hope the community will partner with us and help us reach our goal of 65 pints,” said Shilton. Spears-Enderle Fred Jr. and Kathy Spears of Nashville are excited to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jane L. Spears to Steven A. Enderle of Dewitt. The bride-elect is a gradu­ ate of Maple Valley High School and the groom-elect is a graduate of St. Johns High School. Both are currently employed in Grand Rapids. After the May 2013 wed­ ding they will be residing in Woodland, MI with their two great danes, Hank and Maggie. Raseys to celebrate 40th wedding anniversary Don and Pat (Ditzer) Rasey were married April 21, 1973. Their children are hosting an anniversary open house on April 20,2013 at Mainstreet Banquet Hall, 301 N. Main St, Nashville, Ml from 2-4 p.m. Come spend some time with them and join them for cake, punch and coffee as they celebrate. No gifts, please. Barry County Beat Down set for Saturday The Barry County Beat Down mixed martial arts competition will be held Saturday, April 20, at the Barry County Expo Center. A number of fighters from of local gyms like Middleville Patti Farnum Nashville took the photos MMA and Blunt Force for the Easter egg hunt at Putnam Park, featured in the April 6 issue of the Maple Valley News. Photo credit Trauma in Nashville will be participating event that will have up to 20 fights. 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From 5 to 6 p.m., prospec­ tive foster parents will have time to visit, ask questions and pick up information. A video presentation will begin at 6 p.m. For more information, to RSVP (optional) or to learn more about the upcoming training schedule to become foster adoptive parents, email Mu eller HayesJ@michigan.gov or caU 269- 948-3216. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valiev Hems list Save *2.00! Vermontville Syrup Festival April 26,27,28,2013 _ Please present this coupon at any Mid America Show Shows ’s ticket _ I booth and receive one regular priced $16 P.O.P. Ride Wristband I for only $14 during one of the following days & times: | • Radiant Floor Tubing and Ceiling Sunday; April 28 • Noon to 6PM No Refunds • No Re-Bands • No Cash Value • No Rain Checks • High-Efficiency Furnace and Air Conditioning Installation • 24-Hour Phone Service«Free Estimates oI I One coupon per person. Duplications not accepted. There are height restrictions on some rides. 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Joint filers’ pensions are taxed based on the age of the eldest joint filer. People bom before 1946 will see no change. Those bom between 1946 and 1952 will be taxed on retirement income above $20,000 for single filers and $40,000 for joint filers. People bom after 1952 will see all retirement income taxed as regular income. Social Security and military pensions are exempt for everyone. The Homestead Property Tax Credit has been limited. It will only be available to individuals earning $50,000 per year or less and homesteads with a taxable value of less than $135,000. Fewer seniors will be eligible for 100 percent of the Homestead Property Tax Credit under the new law. The non-refundable tax credits that are no longer allowed include credits for college tuition, city income taxes, automobile donations, donations to homeless shel­ ters, food banks; community foundations and contribu­ tions to medical savings accounts. If you have questions about your return or would like tax help, you may call my office, 517- 373-0583, or call 211. Free, volunteer­ based tax preparation is available to low- and middle­ income taxpayers. You may also contact me via email to TheresaAbed@house.mi.gov or visit my website, www.abed.housedems.com. Do not forget that you can file for an extension if you are running out oftime. ANtEL lings, Nancy Brown (Jerry Brown), Linda Mezon, Brian Groner (Teresa Fream), Sue Henderson (Rod Henderson); three grand­ sons, Brendan Adcock, Kevin Groner II and Matthew Groner; six nieces and nephews, David Brown (Heather Brown), Elizabeth Appel (Michael Appel), Andrea Groner, Bethany Henderson, Joel Henderson, and Leah Henderson; and three great nieces and nephews, Kaleb Brown, Emma Brown, and Nathan Appel. Terry was preceded in death by his father. Rev. Raymond Groner, in 1998. A memorial service honor­ ing Terry's life was held at the Nashville United Methodist Church, on Wednesday, April 10, 2013 with Pastor Nancy Bitterling officiating. A luncheon was held in the fellowship hall immediately following the memorial service. Memorial contributions can be made to Heartland Hospice Memorial Fund: 333 N. Summit Street, PO Box 10086, Toledo, OH 43699-0086. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville, MI. NASHVILLE, MI - Terry Raymond Groner, age 68, of Nashville passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, April 6,2013 at his home. Terry was bom in Altus, OK, July 18, 1944, the son of the Raymond and Mildred (Winters) Groner. He grew up primarily in northern and southwestern Michigan graduating in 1962 Vicksburg from High School. After joining the Army National Guard, Terry took college classes at Valley ple commendations for mil­ Kalamazoo Community College. During lions of safe driving miles. his time in the National He retired in 2009. Guard he performed as a Terry loved cars and over Communications Sergeant the years had owned and First Class and served time built several vintage automo­ during the Detroit riots in the biles and race cars. Most summer of 1967. recently, he and his wife Terry met Jan Liesenfelt enjoyed spending time driv­ over a special Hemi ing their 1965 Plymouth Belvedere of his on June 13, Belvedere. 1967 and proposed ten days Jan and Terry enjoyed gar­ later. They were married on dening, nature and sunsets. December5, 1967. Terry's true passion, howev­ After leaving the military, er, was his family. Terry pursued his passion for Becoming a grandfather automobiles by managing was a blessing for Terry and and overseeing the service time spent with his grand­ department in several auto- children was something he motive dealerships. He man- always looked forward to. aged a retail store for many Terry is survived by his years before driving a semi- mother, Mildred Groner, his truck with Nationwide Truck wife of 45 beautiful years, Brokers (NTB), a contract Jan; his daughter, Lisa hauler for Meijer freight for Adcock (Scott Adcock); his 15 years. He received multi- son, Kevin Groner; his sib- S Sharon Purdey passed away April 11, 2013 peace­ fully at home surrounded by her family. Her death was caused by cancer and related health complications. She was an excellent caregiver and constant support. Sharon was bom October 2, 1944 in Charlotte to Alfred and Virginia Imes. She graduated from Vermontville High School in 1962. Sharon married James Purdey on March 30, 1963 in Charlotte. They had five children. She loved her children and grandchildren and great grandchildren very much. She was an avid card and board game player who played to win. She had a belly laugh that could make anyone smile. She loved to knit socks and listen to WBCH. Sharon never complained and the only “swear word” spoken was “Oh Sugar!” She believed in joining her hus­ band in heaven. Sharon’s lifelong struggle with anxi­ ety and depression was hero­ ic. She is survived by her children Patty, Jeff, Sue and Hank Purdey and Kathy Dulyea; grandchildren, Jessica (James) Hillard, Missy, Stacey, and JoAnna Sawdy, Ashley and Michael Dulyea; great-grandchildren, Matthew Hillard, Olivia Montgomery. Sharon .will be joining in heaven; her parents; brother, Gary; husband, James; granddaughter, Samantha Jo Dulyea; and several miscar­ ried great grandchildren. Sharon’s family will receive friends Saturday, April 13, 2013 from 10 a.m. until time of services at 11 a.m. at Lauer Family Funeral Home -Wren Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings. Honoring her wishes crema­ tion will follow. In lieu of flowers, memori­ al contributions to the family would be appreciated to help with final expenses. 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The Lions Club has been chosen as grand marshal in the 73rd Annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. traditionally held in conjunc­ tion with Halloween finds Lion’s members (often in costume) doling out free hot dogs and hot chocolate to attendees. Lion Gene Fisher is the longest standing member of the Vermontville club having joined the organization March 27, 1967. Fisher sup­ plied the historical informa­ tion on the local organiza­ tion. Best known for fighting blindness, members also vol­ unteer for many different types of community projects including caring for the envi­ ronment, feeding the hungry and aiding seniors and the disabled, said Greg Szymanski club president. “I have been a Lion since 1993, when I moved to Vermontville,” said Szymanski. “ I am married to Pam, who is our club secre­ tary. I enjoy being a Lion because of the camaraderie of the group ... a bunch of hard working folks who take time out oftheir busy lives to get together to do things that are helpful to the community and have a lot of fun doing it. I want our Lion's Club to be just that, civic minded but lots of fun.” Szymanski’s wife, Pam, said she joined the club in January 2011. The couple has three children and Pam works for Saint Mary's Hospital in Grand Rapids as a certified medical assis­ tant in the Alzheimers and Memory Clinic. “What I enjoy most about the club is the wonderful people that are associated with it and all of us working together to make a difference in our community ...” said Kaitlyn Cheeseman is Student of the Month for the Vermontville Lions Club in January, 2012. Cheeseman receives an award by then District Governor Ray Robbins (left) and then President Mark Lawless. The Lions choose students based on teacher recommenda­ tions. Pam, “ I like being part of a group that cares about their community and making a difference in it.” Mark Jorgensen is a Lions member who also serves as a trustee on the Vermontville Village Council and the Maple Valley Board of Education. “Not having grown up in the Maple Valley communi­ ty, being a member of the Vermontville Lions Club, provides me ah opportunity to give back to this commu­ nity that has taken me in and been gracious to me,” said Jorgensen. Marguerite Voight is a rel­ ative newcomer to the club who said being a Lion pro­ vides the opportunity “to serve the town I love while working with fun and inter­ esting people.” Former Lion Doug Kelsey’s perspective of the club , focuses on the impor­ tance it holds in the commu- nity. “They are a valuable organization to the village of Vermontville and the sur­ rounding community,” said Kelsey. “They are sorely needed in this area.” The Vermontville Lions serve the Vermontville area, and are always interested in community-minded people who live or work in the Vermontville area who would like to join the orginization and contribute ideas and talents to the group, said Szymanski. The Vermontville Lions Club members will be fea­ tured in the grand parade Saturday, April 27, riding on a float or walking in the parade. Work begins imme­ diately afterward as the Lions will report for duty to the Lions Chicken Coop where chicken dinners will be served. �Aj«t Say "As Ai> lB«a m tw Mapte Vafcy News’ Ssaxtisy Aprt 13. 2013 - Page 7 Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, April 15 Tilapia, wild rice, peas, Brussels sprouts, peaches. Tuesday, April 16 BBQ Ribette, seasoned potatoes, cauliflower, apple­ sauce, bun. Wednesday, April 17 Oven fried chicken, com, coleslaw, banana, combread. Thursday, April 18 Spaghetti with meatballs in sauce, tossed salad, tropical fruit, breadstick. Friday, April 19 Swiss steak, mashed pota­ toes <& gravy, stewed toma­ toes, orange, bread. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, April 15 Chicken pasta salad, broc­ coli raisin salad, applesauce, crackers. Tuesday, April 16 Ham, salami & Swiss cheese, baked beans. Mandarin oranges, wheat bun. Wednesday, April 17 Roast beef with cheddar cheese, pickled beets, tropi­ cal fruit, wheat bun. Thursday, April 18 Peanut butter & jelly, pota­ to salad, pineapple, English muffin. Friday, April 19 Chicken salad, coleslaw, peaches, bun. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, April 15 Tilapia, wild rice, peas, Brussels sprouts, prunes. Tuesday, April 16 Spaghetti and meatbails in CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events April 13 April 15 April 16 April 17 April 18 April 19 April 19-21 April 27 April 28 May 1 Swine Tagging, 11-4 pm, Barry County Fairgrounds Goat Pre registration deadline Swine Pre-registration deadline Livestock Pre-registration deadline Market Steer & Beef Breeding Animal pre-registration deadline Sheep Pre-registration deadline Market Goat Weight-in, 6-7 pm. Tractor Supply How to Show Your Cat Workshop. 6:30 pm, Hastings Publid Library ' Dairy Developmental Committee Meting, 7 pm, Extension Office 4-H Advisory Council Meeting. 7 pm, Extension Office Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 pm. Expo Center PQA Training, 5:30 pm. Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds 4-H IF A Meats Judging Contest. MSU Anthony Hall Michigan 4-H Dairy Conference. Kettunen Center. April 12 registration deadline PQA Training, 9-11 am, Expo Center Fuzzy Horse Show, 9am, Expo Center Dairy & Dairy Feeder Pre-registration deadline Poultry Pre-registration deadline LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville. Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club (or boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. ‘Where Everyone Is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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. CHURCH OF THE N AZARENE 301 Fuller SI., 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 am. Morning Worship........ ................ 11 Evening Worship......... ............... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .......... .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5468 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 mite east of M4SS on Saseine) 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 Mam St. Vermontville. Ml 49096 (517)726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wad. 5:30 p.m................Family Suppar 630-7:15........................... Pioneer Club Sun: 900 ...................... Sunday School 1000................. Church Senrice 1100....................................... Fellowship sauce, mixed vegetables, broccoli, applesauce. Wednesday, April 17 BBQ ribette, seasoned potatoes, cauliflower, banana, bun. Thursday, April 18 Oven fried chicken, com. coleslaw, apple crisp, granola bar. Friday, April 19 Swiss steak, mashed pota­ toes & gravy, stewed toma­ toes, bread pudding, orange. Activities Calendar Monday, April 15 Hastings: Card Making 9 *.m.; BYOG, TV Strings, Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Life Line Screening. H.W.N: Reminiscence. Delton: Mini Massage 11 am. 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CYRIL'S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Worship............................. 11:15 a.m. Sunday Mass..................... 930 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mi ssion of Si Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 6043 E. M-79 Highway. 4 mites west of Nashvife (cor. M-79 & BanyVda Rd.) Sunday Worship................. 830 am Other. Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, BMa Study. Mission Projects & more. .. .. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open I Marts Open Minds-OpenDoors VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 am. Worship Service ........... ....... 11 a.m, Sunday Evening Service ....... 0 p.m. Wed Evening Service 630 p.m. AWANA. ...6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E SMITH Sunday Services: ............ 9:15 am. Morning Prayer ........... 1130 a.m. Holy Communion For more HormoPon call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 203 N. Slate, Nashville RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday AM Worship ,1030 am. Evening Worship...... ....... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 pin.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517)852-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, WrmonMto PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 930 am Sunday Morning Worship: 11M am. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 pxn. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 �Page 8 - Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, April 13, 2013 Memories of the Past Old songs sing of local spirit may have been more popu­ lar. The lines written by Miss Keyes frequently were print­ ed on programs of school events — particularly alumni banquets — even as recently as the late 1950s. This appar­ ently was done in an effort to prompt graduates to recall words of a song they found difficult to commit to memo- This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News April 12, 1983. School spirit at Nashville High was sparked over a number of years by a song that few now can recall. Lyrics of the official Nashville High School song most commonly remem­ bered by present-day senior citizens were written by stu­ dent Zaida Keyes. Although it is unclear when Miss Keyes composed the lyrics, it apparently pre­ dated her graduation from NHS in 1913. Whether her work replaced an earlier school song is unknown, but most old-timers can recall no precedent. Rather lengthy and flowery in context, the lyrics written by Miss Keyes were used primarily at for­ mal occasions and became rT- Zaida Keyes, a 1913 graduate of Nashville High School, is credited with writing the 32-line lyrics of the high school song while she was still a student. The exact year is unknown. accepted as the true “Alma Mater” tune for NHS, though “fight” songs of a later era Shortened versions of the 32-line lyrics usually were featured. It appears that attempts were being made to edit the piece as early as 1931, the year that the high school newspaper, The Informant, made its debut. In the first issue of the paper Oct. 12, words of the school song were published, but eight lines ofthe chorus were dropped. About 20 years earlier, the complete piece as written by Miss Keyes, appeared in a The Vermontville Firemen would like to thank the following businesses and individuals for their generous donations ofprizes and money that helped make our 93rd Fireman’s Ball such a success. Proceeds from this event go to purchase equipment, tools and training for the Department. We would also like to thank Rolf DePyper for donating back half of his winnings in the 5050 raffle! 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This undated photo is of approximately the same era. printed program for a high school concert at the opera house. Those words, as recorded then, were: Oh, we are loyal scholars ofthe N.H.S., We’reproud ofthis — you just betyes. Now ifyou will beparient, We will try to show, Just why it is we’re bound to say. That we love it so. There’s many an act of courtesy That’s passed about each day, Among thefaithfulfaculty And the students, bright and gay. So, now you see we still believe In th’ chivalry ofold And do not let it wither up, Grow stagnant, dead or cold. Chorus: “Oh, our colors are the yellow and the blue. We think themfine, and honest now, don’t you? We like to see them float­ ing up on high When we are passing by. So come andjoin us in a song ofpraise We now do raise and will infuture days. We know our love will never die For those two colors up in the sky Which represent Old Nashville High, ” “Infuture, we will look upon the time spent here, As days so dear, full of cheer. We’ll neverforget the many pleasures — both great and small; It’s very hardfor us to name them all: Ofcourse there’s been the usual trials — but we can’t complain, For everyone enjoys the sunshine better after rain, you see we have a reason now for singing forth our praise. OfthedearoldN.H.S. and our high school day. ” Mrs. Clarence (Bunny Mead) Shaw of Nashville, a 1911 graduate of NHS and later a teacher in the local school system, recalls Zaida Keyes writing the school song lyrics. “We all thought she did such a wonderful job,” said Mrs. Shaw. The words were set to a traditional tune. In 1931, when Miss Olith Wood (later Mrs. Samuel Hamilton) first came to Nashville to become one of only two women teachers then on the faculty, NHS stu­ dents were singing pep songs based on various college themes. She recalls that one was to the tune of “On, Wisconsin.” Some time after music teacher Ennis Fleming arrived in Nashville from Grand Marais in the mid19308, the need was felt for a “fight” song which would be truly Nashville’s own; Pep rallies were popular thanks to the increasing availability of autos throughout the 1920s. In earlier days, trains had offered the sole means of transportation to “away” games and this often meant that only the team and a handful of supporters trav­ eled to those events. A graduate of the University of Michigan, Fleming is credited with composing both the words and the music to the new NHS “fight” song still remembered by students of the World War II era. Some recall the pride they felt at having a uniquely original Continued next page EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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Just see our colorsfly While we sing. “Forward march! Let this our motto be Vic-tor-y! er. true and loyal, We shall ever be. t ritd iWikta dk^tata :tk biEiBajua L WtW Tigers roar and score some more, We’re out to win this game. We will cheer our team right on For victory is our aim. Rah! Rah! Rah! NEED A TRAILER? • ENCLOSED • HOURLY • FLATBED • DAILY • MOTORCYCLE MOTORCYCLEHAULERS HAULERS • WEEKLY K btt _._. — -faffl Tint Customer Appreciation Day Sat., May 18, 2012 1/2 OR WHOLE HOG 1/2 BEEF $2.69 $1.69 , • Carcass Wt Cut Wrapped & Frozen * Carcass Wt Cut Wrapped & Frozen WE NOW OFFER TRAILER RENTALS!!! CALL FOR OFTAUS. *' IB ^DRILLING Blue and gold our colors gay Stand out among the rest. Fight, fight, come on teamfight! Victoryfor N-H-S! By the 1950s, Fleming’s piece had passed into history — replaced by a copycat ver­ sion of Michigan State’s “fight” song. 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Gehman and Jennie E. Martin Congregational Church In this, the concluding article of the series, as we come back, inevitably, to first principles and with the clear knowledge that Vermontville was founded on the two cardinal ideas of religion and education, it is fitting that this record should close with a short history of the churches that have, through the years, been the organizations to fill a basic part in community life and growth. During the entire century, religious services have been held and even before the set­ tlers drew lots for their choice of land, a prayer meeting opened the gather­ ing. The Congregational Church was officially organ­ ized Feb. 27, 1838 with Mr. Cochrane as pioneer pastor and he remained with it until 1842. These early meetings in the log school house were usual to the times and attend­ ed by everyone. Prayer, scripture and hymns (the pitch given by a tuning fork) were the preliminaries, fol­ lowed by a sermon of an hour’s length based on the stem and uncompromising theology of that day. History recounts that Mr. Cochrane one spring when maple sugaring was due, lost a day of the week and went to the cooper’s early one Sunday morning to get a bar­ rel. Returning home his wife asked where he had been. On telling her, she said “Sylvester, don’t you know it is Sunday?” His grief over breaking the third command­ ment was great and he con­ fessed his sin, with tears, to the congregation at the church service later in the day. Upon Cochrane’s resig­ nation in 1842, Rev. W. U. Benedict became pastor, also first principal of The Academy, remaining until 1850 in these positions. In Hon. E. W. Barber’s estimate of Benedict’s value to early Vermontville he says: “Without doubt reli­ gion and education are more largely indebted to Mr. Benedict because of his learning and energy than to any other occupant of the Congregational pulpit and certainly no other man is held in more grateful remem­ brance by those who received most of their schooling under his tuition.” He spent his later life in Vermontville and passed away in 1875. Rev. Seth Hardy, Rev. Charles Temple and Rev. O. H. Spoor followed him as pastors of the church from 1850 to 1872. During the eleven year’s pastorate of Mr. Spoor, the present church building was erected. In the diary of H. J. Martin, covering the years VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP 2013-2014 MEETING DATES The Vermontville Township Board meets on the last Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Opera House April 25, 2013 October 24,2013 May 30, 2013 November 26,2013 June 27, 2013 December 19,2013 July 25, 2013 January 30, 2014 August 29, 2013 February 27, 2014 September 26, 2013 March 27, 2014 The Vermontville Township Fire and Ambulance Committee meets on the Thursday before the last Thursday of each month at 5:00 p.m. at the Fire Barn. April 18, 2013 October 24, 2013 May 23,2013 November 21, 2013 June 20, 2013 December 19, 2013 July 18, 2013 January 23, 2014 August 22, 2013 February 20, 2014 September 19, 2013 March 20, 2014 The Vermontville Township Woodlawn Cemetery Committee meets on the second Thursesday of each month at 7:00 p .m. in the Village Office.. April 18, 2013 October 24, 2013 May 23, 2013 November 21, 2013 June 20,2013 December 19, 2013 July 18,2013 January 23, 2014 August 22, 2013 February 20, 2014 September 19, 2013 March 20, 2014 The Vermontville Township Library Board meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the library. April 9, 2013 October 8, 2013 May 14, 2013 November 12, 2013 June 11,2013 December 10, 2013 July 9, 2013 January 14, 2014 August 13,2013 February 11,2014 September 10, 2013 March 11,2014 1859-1870, we find under the date of Feb. 28, 1863, the record of possibly the first anniversary service of the church . “The Quarter Centennial.” There were three services addressed by visiting clergy­ men: Calvin Clark, Mr. Temple and Prof. Hosford of Olivet. In the evening, Deacon Church read the 25 year history and reminis­ cences were given by others. Mr. Martin writes, “I had forgotten many of the inci­ dents related but recalled them when mentioned. The dense forests with occasional foot paths, the old, log school house, log dwellings all came back before my eyes. I felt again the thrill of terror at the dismal howling ofwolves and lived over in a few moments the years of my early life.” It was felt at this time that the organization was strong enough to undertake the erection of a permanent church building and under the diary date ofMarch 18 of the same year we find a meeting was held to settle definitely on a site. This site was decided by vote to be on the public square, and build­ ing operations planned and begun. June 9 an attempt was made to raise the frame work but the breaking of a rope delayed the operation until the next day when it was “raised without accident or difficulty.” From this date, building proceeded and in August the spire of the church, built in the New England style of architecture “was up as high as it was to go.” All did not go smoothly and it is recorded that the last ofAugust, “The hands on the church packed their tools and quit until paid off.” The building committee went to work and adjusted matters after which the work pro­ ceeded. Labor strikes began thus early. Many stories of individual self-sacrifice and devotion to the church might be men­ tioned if space permitted, but the generous donation by Deacon Asa Benedict of all lumber he had gotten togeth­ er for a house on his farm, is perhaps the most marked contribution to the building fund. Upon completion, the church was dedicated in an appropriate manner, Nov. 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For the years 1872 to 1880 the organization flourished under the short pastorates of J. H. Parker, R. C. Bedfore, T. L. Brown and F. W. Dickinson. Rev. H. R. Williams was called to the pulpit in 1880 and remained six years. He was a quiet, deeply spiritual man and greatly beloved by all. Rev. David Beaton who came to Vermontville directly from St Johns, Newfoundland, was probably, one of the most brilliant and scholarly men to fill the pulpit During his stay it was decided to build a parsonage, the L. C. A. taking the initiative with the whole society cooperat­ ing. Mrs. Henry Martin and Mrs. George Browning were appointed a soliciting com­ mittee, their division of the work being on the basis of Mrs. Browning’s providing the conveyance and doing the driving and Mrs. Martin to do the “talking.” Be that as it may seem, they proved a persuasive and successful couple, raised the fund need­ ful and the present substan­ tial dwelling on South Main Street, built by Mr. Daniel Allen and helpers, sheltered those who come as pastors to the church. Rev. S. L. Smith, A. O. Cossar, W. H. Spence, F. J. Estabrook, D. D. Gorton and William Haynes followed Dr. Beaton as pastors and the church maintained its influ­ ence under their guiding hands. Mr. Spence remained but a short time resigning to take a theological course at Oberlin. After a space of some years during which he rose to prominence in the Congregational ministry, he wrote back gratefully of the “training school” Vermontville had been to him and said, “I went to Vermontville a callow youth; I left it a chastened soul.” It is well within the ability ofpresent Vermontville resi­ dents to recall the pastorates of St. Clare Parsons, N. M. Pritchard, Robert Dalzell, F. H. Bridgewater, H. W. Hunt, H. B. Johnson, C. C. Mitchell and W. A. Briggs. Each brought his own talents to the work and left his impress on church and socie­ tyDuring his four-year pas­ torate, St. Clare Parsons made himself so at one with Vermontville, its history and its people that, even after 25 years absence, he is still held in friendly recollection and esteem and it is to be the chief speaker on the program ofpre-centennial Sunday. The present occupant of the pulpit (when this history was written), Rev. J. R. Stein, is a newcomer to the town but gives evidence and promise of enthusiastic devotion to the church he has come to lead. It is impossible to speak, even briefly, ofthe organizations within the society which have been active in its maintenance; the Ladies Christian Association, always at the front in every undertaking, the choir which provided music for all serv­ ices under the leadership for 60 years, of Henry J. Martin; the young people’s Society and Sunday School. All have had their part. such primitive roads and so many preaching points. Fourteen years later, 1849, Vermontville is made a sepa­ rate charge. Among the Stewards we find the names of Silas P. Loomis, father of Mrs. E. W. Stevens, also John S. Tyler. Among these original members were Samuel and Wealthy Rogers, grandparents of a member today (1936), Mrs. Joseph Frith. Methodist Church Seventy-seven years of history as an independent church, with 41 ministers (as of 1936), this is the outline of the Methodist Episcopal Church’s history in our vil­ lage, but the account in detail of those 77 years and 41 ministers is also the history of many families of our vil­ lage and township. In March, 1845, just seven years after the official begin­ ning of the Congregational Church, a class was formed at the Brown School- house northeast of the village. Ten pioneers of five names made it up: Fuller, Sprague, Haner, Robinson and Barrett. Circuit preachers conducted NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE services as they could with FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & Continued next page LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jerry J. Patten and Pamela S. Patten, husband and wife, to Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Successor by Merger to Wachovia Bank of Delaware, National Association, Formerly Known as First Union National Bank of Delaware successor by merger to First Union Home Equity Bank, National Association, Mortgagee, dated October 20, 1998 and recorded December 18,1998 in Instrument Number 1022580, Barry County Records, Michigan and rerecorded November 5,1998 in Instrument Number 1020435, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Five Hundred One and 90/100 Dollars ($106,501.90) including interest at 8.69% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on APRIL 25, 2013. t Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 251, 252 and 253 of Algonquin Lake Resort Properties Unit Number 2 as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 63. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, 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. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ erty, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 23, 2013 Orlans Associates, PC. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 12-510480 (03-23) (04-13) 06807696 SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR-IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on July 18,2005, by Ruth A. Dahlman, a single woman, as Mortgagor, given by her to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on July 21, 2005, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1149805, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Fifty Thousand Seventy-Five and 84/100 Dollars ($50,075.84); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the after­ noon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF HAST­ INGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: The East 52 feet of Lot 802 of the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan. Also Including: An easement for the purpose of maintaining an existing garage and driveway upon the following described property: The North 75 feet of the East 4 feet of the West 14 feet of Lot 802 of the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan. Commonly known address: 128 1/2 W. Center Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 Parcel ID Number: 08-55-201244-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: April 5, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (04-13) (05-04) 06809595 �1 % Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, April 13,2013 — Page 11 Continued from previous page is as Off JU Su'u1#* This first pastor’s salary was $420 and raised by peo­ ple in eight different preach­ ing points, Vermontville giv­ ing a fourth. These were L C. Sprague’s, Kalamo, Dow, Benton, Chester, W. Sunfield and North Benton. Pastoral services spread so far must have been some­ times difficult to render, yet the minister held a high place in the community in point of respect and affection. The Jordan, Sprague and Hallenbeck families contributed three out of five ministers given from this church’s young men. Records from 1865 reveal the first Sunday School report, with a “bare-foot” Sunday School organized at Bismarck. Shoes were scarce and could be worn by many on only special occasions. At a cost of $1,600, a church was built two miles northeast of the village in 1862. Members living near contributed generously, and when, 15 years later, the building was moved into the village, some of these sturdy pioneers never reconciled themselves to the event. “They stole our church” said one member. Yet the village proved to be the proper loca­ tion as roads grew better, and it was the natural center. Two additions to the church, the last in 1927, have kept it modem. The parsonage was built in 1866 at a cost of $700 under the Rev. Thomas Clark. 1872 saw the first reg­ ular minister for our village and Bismarck. These are highlights ofthe churches history. Many of these 41 ministers have gone to fields of larger service from here or later. We recall From the Pulpit For succeeding generations 5^ 5 w”*1 *.. ■ j. widsj ......... ■ IBS Cute ii to; BIRic " |tas fr totiag It M jg,™ CuttrtojM|tsu< r#c<< vestartW y tamwtilW Ml IE ,-^rw aW*5?* ac passes t .jar s in a ot ikhgm. i®0®® HsMSS ' i. IW1 ® * I 'x xVS by Pastor Glenn Branham Nashville Assembly ofGod Jacob said to Joseph, “God Almighty appeared to me at Luz ... and ... blessed me ... Ephraim and Manasseh will be mine, just as Reuben and Simeon are mine.” Genesis 48:1 9. When Jacob was 147 years old, Joseph was told, “Your father is ill (v.l).” To be plain, He was nearing the end. Joseph found Jacob propped up in bed - on the brink of death. Hearing Joseph had arrived, Jacob rallied him­ self and swung his legs over the side of the bed to face Joseph. He didn’t start with small talk; “I’m glad you could make it son. I’m sorry I’m not feeling well today ...” Instead, he began: “God Almighty appeared to me at Luz...” His first words to Joseph were, “God changed my life.” Summoned to his father’s side, Joseph took his sons with him, thinking this might be their last chance to see their grandfather. Cross-generational relationships are important. This is as God intended it, families are supposed to be multigenerational. Each generation declares the praises of God - to the succeeding generations. (Psalms 22:30-31, 45:17, 48:13,71:18) Church families help those without healthy families experience community. Jacob rehearsed the story of God appearing to him twice at Luz (Bethlehem), though Joseph knew it well. Unknown to Jacob, his grandsons were listening. Familiarize children and grandchildren with your testi­ mony. This instills faith and bridges their God encounters with those who have gone before, providing continuity. Jacob adopted Ephraim and Manasseh as his own, mak­ ing them as much his as his two first-bom sons. Imagine what it meant for these two 20-something-year-old boys to hear this. I believe it made an indelible impression on them. What people say about us when they don’t know we hear is often closest to their true feelings. May our families overhear affirming words of love and inclusion from us. Thus, Jacob made Ephraim and Manasseh two half-tribes to split Joseph’s inheritance, (v.6) Upon seeing his grandsons, Jacob hugged and kissed them, (v.10) Nothing replaces the sense of security gained from knowing we are loved. Children often sense it intuitively but cannot pinpoint it until adulthood. As a • greenhouse does for plants, love provides an environ­ ment for children and grandchildren to grow and flourish. Jacob did not bemoan the years he missed. He was grate­ ful for the time he had. the Rev. E. G. Lewis, who served in Charlotte several years, also the Rev. Ray Merrill, who is now in Cadillac. In 1896 the Rev. J. P. Durham compiled a history of the local church to which we are indebted for many of our facts, and Mrs. Una Moss later brought the work up to date. The present pastor (1936) the Rev. H. R. Kinney, a graduate of Garrett and his talented wife are carrying on a successful work. At this time there are about 130 members with an active Ladies Aid, Missionary Society, Sunday School and Epworth League. While ministers changed often, one office held the same incumbent many years. C. A. Hallenbeck was Recording Steward from 1873 until prevented by ill health a few years before his death in 1911. He was choir leader for many years. His wife also played an impor­ tant role through her faithful service in the Missionary and Aid societies until her death in 1931. Their son Byron, and his young daughter, make four generations of the family on the church roll. Another family Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Tubbs and later their son Orin and wife for many years always had open house for coming or depart­ ing pastors. This, in brief, is the honor­ able record of our two churches. Religion and edu­ cation were one with the very inception of our village , and our churches and schools have done much to not only create atmosphere here, but to send out into the world young men and women with high standards and fine influence. If-sometimes old residents drew a circle with their own group inside, it was but a by­ product of their strong efforts to realize certain ideals, and not a reflection of their fine individualism and heroic struggle to put into deeds their own high think­ ing. Summary This account, written in collaboration by two of the descendants of our pioneers, we close by a paragraph from the senior collaborator. The material story of Vermontville’s century of existence has been told but no one can estimate and no human pen can indite the invisible record of the influ­ ence of this small town upon what is, after all, of supreme importance — the spiritual development of mankind. See us for color copies, one-hour digital and 35 mm photo processing, business cards, invitations and all yourprinting needs. J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits Its sons and daughters, to the third and fourth genera­ tions, have gone forth to serve the world in all quar­ ters of the globe, carrying with them the impress of high ideals and worthy aims. Like an ever widening cir­ cle, may the lives which they in-tum have touched, lift also the standard of right where-so-ever lot may be laid. 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: Scott Stanard, A Married Man and April Y. Stanard, His Wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Top Flite Financial, Inc., its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 25, 2009 and recorded April 3, 2009 in Instrument # 20090403-0003739 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, by assignment dated October 24, 2011 and recorded November 7, 2011 in Instrument # 201111070010442 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty Thousand Six Hundred Thirty-Five Dollars and Twenty-Seven Cents ($160,635.27) including interest 5.5% 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 mort­ gage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on May 16, 2013 Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land located in the Southeast onequarter of Section 11, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, beginning on the South line of said Section 11 distance 754.00 feet West from the Southeast corner of said Section 11; thence West along said South Section line 333.00 feet; thence North at right angles to said South Section line 600.00 feet; thence East parallel to said South Section line 333.00 feet; thence South 600.00 feet to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 9755 Cox Rd, Bellevue Ml 49021 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; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclo­ sure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Dated: 4/13/2013 Bank of .., successor successor byy America,, N.A., merger to BAC Home Loans merger Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, Assignee of Mortgagee of Attorneys: Potestivo & Potestivo Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 13-78369 (04-13)(05-04) 06809570 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on October 28, 2008, by Jordan M. Sheely and Tiffany R. Sheely, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on November 5, 2008, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 20081105-0010748, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated February 8, 2013, recorded on February 13, 2013, in Instrument Number 2013-001707, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Ninety­ One Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Four and 51/100 Dollars ($91,864.51); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County in Courthouse Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE VILLAGE OF FREEPORT, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: The South half of Lot 3 and 4 of Block 4, Village of Freeport according to the recorded Plat thereof, as record­ ed in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 22, and subject to that easement recorded in Liber 544 on Page 478, for the right to use the fol­ lowing described land for the pur­ pose of using and maintaining a building which is now existing on the following described land: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the South half of Lot 3, Block 4, of the Village of Freeport, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 22, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, thence South 11 feet plus or minus, along the West Lot line of Lot 3, thence East 23.8 feet parallel with the North Lot line of Lot 3, thence North 11 feet, plus or minus, to the North Lot line of Lot 3, thence West along the North Lot line of Lot 3 to the point of beginning. Commonly known address: 123 N. State St., Freeport, Michigan 49325 Parcel ID Number: 08-43­ 104-003-50 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: March 15,2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Attorneys S. Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (03-23) (04-13) Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 Washington NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on September 13, 2004, by Bruce D. Newton and Nancy H. Newton, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on September 20, 2004, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1134130, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated December 1, 2011, recorded on December 22, 2011, in Instrument Number 201112220012057, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Eighty-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Four and 38/100 Dollars ($89,304.38); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the after­ noon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF HOPE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Parcel 1: Beginning at a point of the North line of Section 36, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, distant 430.00 feet East of the North quarter Post of said Section; thence continuing East, along North Section line 310.00 feet; thence South, at right angles to said North Section line, 290.00 feet; thence West 310.00 feet; thence North 290.00 feet to the point of beginning. Also an ease­ ment for ingress and egress with others for use in common over the driveway now located on the premises lying East of and adja­ cent to the above described premises. Commonly known address: 1497 W. Dowling Road, Dowling, Michigan 49050 Tax Parcel Number: 08-07-036-004­ 10 Parcel 2: A parcel of land in the Northwest quarter of Section 15, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as; beginning at a point 1696.98 feet West of the North and South quarter line and 1171.78 feet South of the North one eighth line of said Section and running thence South 44 degrees 22 minutes West 160 feet, thence North 87 degrees 32 minutes 30 seconds West 137.3 feet, thence North 2 degrees 27 minutes 30 seconds East 78 feet, thence North 51 degrees 56 min­ utes East 194.47 feet, thence South 45 degrees 58 minutes East 126.5 feet to the place of beginning. Commonly known address: 3901 S. Shore Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046 Tax Parcel Number: 08-07-015-024­ 00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six' (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: March 15, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (03-23)(04-13) �Page 12 — Just Say *Aa Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday. April 13.2013 Lions lose close game with Eagles PEN NOCKwH EALTH your partner in personal, professional, progressive care Pennock eelcomn applications tor the tollowing opportunities: Administrative Assistant Performance Improvement Administrative Assistant Pennock Physician Network Office Manager Hastings and Nashville Family Medicine Pharmacist Retail Pharmacy Maple Valley’s Gretchen Hakenjos settles the ball as Olivet's Loren Westlake defends from behind Wednesday evening. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Certified Pharmacy Technician Retail Pharmacy Registered Nurse Olivet scored a 1 -0 victory over Maple Valley’s varsity girls’ soccer team to open the Kalamazoo Valley Association season in Olivet Wednesday. Family Birthing Center JOIN THE PENNOCK FAMILYI Find out more and apply online: www.pennockhealth.com It was the first contest of the season for the Lions, who were scheduled to face Barry County Christian Friday ■afternoon. Lion head coach Chris You’re mobile So are we! 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Memorial golf event seeking nonprofit recipients Organizers of the 10th annual Bill Porter Memorial Charity Golf Classic are seeking charities for this year’s event Friday, June 14, at' the Hastings Country Club. Over the past nine years, the Bill Porter Memorial Charity Golf Classic has granted more than $224,000 to help Barry County non­ profit organizations. Past participants include Big Brothers Big Sisters, YMCA of Barry County, Green Gables Haven, Manna’s Market, Barry County United Way, Barry County Habitat for Humanity, Leadership Barry County, Navigate, Maple Valley Community Center of Hope and the Thornapple Arts Council. Proceeds from the outing are split between four chari­ ties thosen from proposals submitted to the charity golf classic committee for consid­ eration. This request for proposal is open to all 501(c) 3 organ­ izations that provide pro­ grams and projects in Barry County. The panel, com­ prised of representatives of the committee for this year’s charity golf classic will select the top four proposals for funding which will then be publicized as thecharities. Interested representatives of nonprofit organizations should submit a proposal to the committee. After review of all of the submissions the panel will choose the top four who successfully, demonstrated the importance of their organizations to Barry County.* Submissions are not limited to program or project costs. The selected charities are required to have a booth on display during the outing, complete with a vot­ ing box. Selected charities will also be asked to recruit golf teams, which will encourage the charities to get their people involved. Golfers will vote for their favorite charity with the lead charity rewarded with 50 percent of the proceeds, the second-place charity receiv­ ing 25 percent, third place 15 percent, and 10 percent ofthe proceeds will be awarded to the fourth-place charity. Selected charities also will provide event volunteers and obtain three hole sponsors, as outlined in the participation agreement. The proposal deadline is Friday, April 26. To request an application or for more information* call Michelle Duits at the Coleman Agency, 269-945­ 3412, or Nancy Goodin at Hastings City Bank, 269­ 948-5579. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-04-20.pdf 5b95bf5e2a3f7e5867c032311c8a5620 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 16, April 20, 2013 All things maple syrup celebrated in Vermontville next weekend by Shari Carney StaffWriter In the quaint village of Vermontville, maple syrup is not only produced, it is cele­ brated, with a weekend packed full of activities. The 73rd annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival officially begins Friday evening, April 26, and culminates Sunday, April 28. The festival is an opportunity for syrup pro­ ducers to sell their goods, featuring all things maple — from traditional syrup to cot­ ton candy and a host of con­ fections. Mid-America Shows gets a jump start on official open­ ing ceremonies by starting the midway at 4 p.m., Friday. Rides will entertain festival­ goers until 10 p.m. Hunger will be met with all-you-can-eat pancakes at two locations, the American Legion/Nashville Lions Club serving in the legion hall above Independent Bank from 4 -to 8 p.m. Across the street in the fire bam, the Maple Valley Band Boosters will serve pancakes from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Maple syrup will be flowing freely at both locations. Chili dogs will be served by the Vermontville Lions Club on South Main Street at the Lion Shack. The downtown stage opens at 6 p.m. with the pres­ entation of the queen and her court. This' year’s queen is The maple syrup festival returns to Vermontville Friday, Saturday and Sunday, April 26, 27 and 28. A midway, talent show, entertainment, parades, princess pageant, arts and crafts, flea market and more await festival-goers. (File photo from 2012 festival) Queen for the 73rd annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival is Elizabeth Wetzel, (center) joined by court members Bailey Blodgett (left) and Skylar Chapman. (Photo by Marianne Martin) Elizabeth Wetzel, accompa­ will feature a variety of nied by court member’s entertainment by performers Bailey Blodgett and Skylar of all ages. This will be Chapman. They are all jun­ juried competition, and iors at Maple Valley High prizes will be announced School. within each age group. Greetings by master of Following the talent show ceremonies Jeff Weiler and will be fireworks display at introductions of events will 9:15 p.m. (weather permit­ precede the annual talent ting). In the event of show. Under the direction of inclement weather, the dis­ play will be Saturday chairperson Sarah Shoemaker, the talent show evening. Saturday, beginning at 7 a.m., the air will again be filled with the aroma of pan­ cakes. At 8 a.m. the second annual Maple Syrup 5k Run/Walk will begin at Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School on Mason Road and end on Second Street. Arts and crafts fill the hallways and front drive of Maplewood School, 170 Seminary St., from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. A flea market will be on the comer of North Main Street and West Vermontville Highway from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Maple Valley Jazz Band, under the direction of Dennis Vanderhoef, will be featured on the Main Street stage from 10 to 11 a.m., followed by the children’s parade. The theme for the chil­ dren’s parade is characters from story books. Prizes will be awarded, and all participants will go home with mid­ way ride tickets and other gifts. Another child-centered activity will be a free petting zoo, set up by Maple Manor, which is located on West Vermontville Highway behind the car wash. The petting zoo is sponsored by the Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club. Official transfer of the queen’s crown will immedi­ ately follow the children’s parade, when reigning queen, Meghann Zank, trans­ fers the queen’s crown to Wetzel. Appetites will be satisfied with barbecued chicken from the Vermontville Lions Club and the Methodist church, as well as roast beef dinners, sandwiches and beef barbe­ cue from the Congregational church. A full offering of music See FESTIVAL, page 8 Maple Valley Schools offers financial update to community Monday Maple Valley Schools Financial Director Darryl Sydloski and Superintendent Ronna Steel are hosting an infor­ mational meeting Monday, April 22, at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium. The open meeting is to give an update on financial reporting for the district. Sydloski will also be reviewing projections for the 2013-14 budget. Friends, family and neighbors gather to spruce up Wilcox Cemetery by Shari Carney Staff Writer Early last Saturday morn­ ing on a cold and damp day, friends, family and neigh­ bors gathered with shovels, rakes, tractors, wagons and high powered tree removal equipment for the annual freshening up of Wilcox Cemetery. Each year the residents of Maple Grove Township are invited to come together and clean up the fallen brush and debris at the stately cemetery which is located approxi­ mately a half mile east of M­ 66 on Cloverdale Road, adja­ cent to Maple Grove Church. Ted McKelvey said he has been coming for “about 60 years.” McKelvey said there used to be a bigger turnout and lunch would be prepared in the church by “some ofthe wives.” Cider and donuts were available for those gathered Saturday, he said. A mom and daughter team of Jenna Hoffman and Nalyssa Hoffman busily raked fallen leaves onto a spread out tarp. Jenna said her grandmother, Betty Hoffman, is buried there. Kalen Swift, a 1976 Maple Valley graduate, moved back to Maple Grove after a few years in Pennsylvania. Swift grinned broadly as he talked about how he loves the area and See CEME7EAY, pg. 2 In This Issue Marshal Pata with grandmother Mattie Jennings wields a pint-sized wheelbarrow up to the wagon to empty gathered brush. Jennings said she has been coming to the annual clean-up of Wilcox Cemetery for 10 to 12 years. • Nashville to participate in Mayor Exchange Day • Fuller parents share frustration, praise • Superintendent’s contract renewed; Steel interviewing for J3ISD position • Lions golfers put four in 80s to place fourth at DK Invite �Page 2 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, April 20,2013 CEMETERY, continued from page 1 This sign at Maple Grove Church on Cloverdale Road seemed to come to life Saturday, April 13 as the adjacent Wilcox Cemetery was raked and groomed by fam­ ily, friends and neighbors. The annual spring cleaning brings people together many of whom have loved ones buried there. seeing neighbors gather together. For 40 years, Tom Belson has been coming to help with the annual spring cleaning. Belson said he had “lots of family,” in the cemetery. Rod Crothers of Maple Grove Township assists with the removal of sticks, brush and debris at Wilcox Cemetery on Cloverdale Road Saturday, April 13. The youngest member of the work force was toddler. Marshal Pata, who brought a pint sized wheelbarrow to assist grandmother Mattie Jennings. Jennings said she has been coming to the fyudaq, Haftd Spaded HrimeCookin’ / Jack & Judy’s^ Country Kettle Cafe Sedwidaq lliald Spaded Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 113 N. Main, Nashville 817*852*9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM 06810000 All-you-can-eat COD, PERCH, SHRIMP, CLAM STRIPS OR CATFISH Featuring BBQ RIBS & ROAST PORK & DRESSING All dinners Include Soup & SaladBar Ted McKelvey said he has been coming every April for about 60 years to the annual clean-up of Wilcox Cemetery in Maple Grove Township. clean-up for 10 to 12 years. The cemetery workers cars and trucks were parked along the front of the church where the sign read “Life Matters Make the Most of It.” The residents of Maple Grove Township who gath­ ered Saturday proved the sign to be true as evidenced by the freshly raked lawn and spruced up landscape of Wilcox Cemeteiy. Garden fresh give-away for Eaton County residents April 25 On Thursday, April 25 and on the fourth Thursday of each month, Real Life Church in Charlotte will be distributing free fresh pro­ duce to residents of Eaton County. No income verifica­ tion is required. However, participants must present a ‘Roush’s <§>idowalR Cafo 119 N. Main St. Nashville, MI 49073 http://www.roushs.netThis Week's Ad . www.rpushs.net ■n Is to get More Business Follow Us! Honest Advertising... Honestly Great Tasting Food! (517) 852-0540 06809968 valid state identification and bring their own grocery bags. Registration begins, at 11 a.m. with distribution at noon. The church is located at 228 South Cochran Ave. For more information call 517-541-5433. Kalen Swift rakes the grounds of Wilcox Cemetery as Nalyssa Hoffman prepares to empty brush onto a large tarp nearby. KCC students inducted into honor society Kellogg Community College has announced the spring 2013 inductees into the college’s local Alpha Nu Eta chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. The 106 students were formally inducted into the honor society-in a ceremony held in March at KCC’s Binda Theatre. Induction into the society is by invitation only and is limited to students who have completed 12 or more credit Maple Valley alumni banquet announced The Maple Valley Alumni Association’s annual banquet will be Saturday, May 18, at Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School. The event brings together former graduates from three high schools: Nashville, Vermontville and Maple Valley. A social hour will start the festivities at 5 p.m., with the banquet beginning at 6 p.m. The cost is $13 per person or $15 at the door (limited availability). RSVP by Tuesday, May 7. Call Pat Hickey, 517-852- 1500 or email maplevalleyassociation.weebly.com for more information. hours with a 3.5 or better GPA. Among the inductees were local students, including: Bellevue — Jenna Atma, Barbara Burdick, William Hartman. Hastings — Thomas Carpenter, Samuel J. Church, Krista A. Goodenough, Jr.,Jessica I. Haight, Grant Heide, Diane L. Reil, Robert E. Willett, Ben I. Zaccanelli. Nashville — Sandra Egleston. For more information about Phi Theta Kappa at Kellogg Community College, please call 269-965­ 4124 or e-mail alphanueta@kellogg.edu. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News action ads! Elanas ^ia e The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday — Friday S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 08709647 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 20, 2013 — Page 3 Nashville to participate in Mayor Exchange Day by Shari Carney StaffWriter Nashville Village council members, with Trustee Ben Langman absent, approved participation in the Mayor Exchange Day program at their regular meeting Thursday, April 11. The exchange will be with the village of Middleville, date to be announced. This is the first time in several years the council has decided to partic­ ipate in the program, said Lois Elliston in a follow up telephone conversation Thursday, April 18. Trustee Lori Courtney said the community should be surveyed to see what the community wants in regards to maintaining the current police department or replac­ ing it with a county-run pro­ gram. Courtney said, in talk­ ing to residents, only one person has voiced opposition to keeping the local police department. In a follow up interview with the Maple Valley News Thursday, April 18, Courtney said it does not make sense to have Barry County go to the work of putting together a propos­ al if it is not what the vil­ lagers want. At the April 11 meeting, Council President Frank Dunham suggested that a poll regarding the police question could be sent with tax notices in July. Dunham recommended questions be readied for the poll in June. In other business the coun­ cil members approved: _ • Bills paid in the amount of$141,510. • Quarterly payments paid: $7,000 to fire board and $1,250 to the transfer recycle board. In his written report from the Department of Public Works, Supervisor Scott Decker said a meeting took place with Highway Maintenance Inc. about seal­ coating streets in town. “This company has a con­ tract with MDOT for chip­ sealing M-79 this spring,” said Decker in the report. “I am hoping we can get a good price from them to do some of our streets while they are in the area.” Decker also said dead trees have been removed from Riverside Park and Ayles Tree Service was hired to finish grinding stumps in the park, cemetery and streets. Old water meters with brass fittings have been removed from the water plant. This is due to an order by the Environmental Protection Agency. in the report. “As you can and ordinance enforcement. “Starting January 2014, see by the numbers, with 46 Ron Ohler and Gary we can no longer use brass hours more coverage for the White addressed the council water meters or fittings that citizens of Nashville by our during public comment. contain lead into our public own Police Department there Ohler asked where his police water supply,” Decker told is a difference of $35,554.50 complaint was sent. He was the council. “All of our in total savings.” told to the Barry County existing fittings and meters Schray said the figures Sheriff Department and cannot be used after this were just wages and benefits White said council members date. We currently have over and did not include two cars, need to have a time table set 100 new meters in inventory garage, office and parking for getting things done. and a few valves and fittings that we will probably have to sell for scrap next year.” The DPW has ^purchased two radios for the trucks. This is to comply with new FCC regulations said Decker in the report. Decker antici­ pates the need to purchase Chester Gospel Church tation for ministry. He will two additional radios in the will host Timothy Mark in be share his life and passion future. concert at 6 p.m. Sunday, for ministry during the con­ Nashville Police Chief April 28. cert service. Jerry Schray, in a written As a conference speaker, For further information, report, said citations num- author, singer and song- call 517-543-5488. bered 24 and violations 34 writer, Mark has ministered Chester Gospel Church is for March. There were 46 across North America since located at 3744 W. complaints listed compared 1988. He has been involved Vermontville Highway, just to 50 for the same month last in ministry on five continents east of Chester Road. year. So far this year 158 and has an outstanding repuservice calls have been han­ dled with 25 total arrests made; paid-parking tickets year-to-date totals $375. Schray supplied members council members for the of the council with a cost opportunity to attend. Laseur breakdown of a service proBarry County Extension Calendar of Events said different types of gov­ posal based on figures forernment, depending on the 2012. Nashville police April 22 Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 size , of the area, were high­ department costs totaled p.m., Extension Office lighted emphasizing the $126,443.20, annuall wages April 27 PQA Training, 9-11 am, Expo Center strengths and weaknesses of for five police officers (one April 28 Fuzzy Horse Show, 9am, Expo Center each. Laseur said council chief of police, one full-time April 30 Non-Livestock Developmental Committee members who are on cell officer, three part-time offiMeeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office phones during meetings or cers) with an average of 126 Horse Pre-registration Deadline seated.behind laptops leave a hours of weekly coverage. May 1 Dairy & Dairy Feeder Pre-registration deadline “negative . impression impression”” Barry County Sheriff Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, according to the conference department service -proposal 7:30 p.m., Expo Center speakers. by comparison was Poultry Pre-registration deadline Other topics covered in $161,997.70 annual salaries Dog Pre-registration deadline the week long seminar were for two experienced deputies May 5 4-H Open Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center the open meetings act, run­ providing an average of 80 Fair General Leader Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo May 6 ning effective meetings, laws hours coverage per week. Center and insurance changes, “This was a quote from May 9 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center media management, “be [the] Barry County Sheriff’s Heritage Turkey Show, 11 a.m., 5325 S. May 18 careful what you say” and office 2012,” stated Schray Charlton Park Rd., Hastings the importance ofrepresenta­ tives being out and about in their communities. Council members approved the following: • The one-week paid vaca­ tion for Mohler. • Fireworks for the Friday evening of syrup festival with a rain date set for Saturday. • Laseur to attend a trea­ surer’s conference the week of April 22 to 26. Subscribe to the • Cashing of a certificate of deposit for water tower Hastings Banner. repair to include an inspec­ tion. Call 269-945-9554 • Access on Maple Street to be constructed and paid for more information. for by Bob Mansfield and compliant with 1998 Eaton County standards: 10 inches of sand and 8 inches of grav­ SATURDAY el. 4:00 TO 10:00 P.M. 4:00 TO 10:00 P.M. l linquent Slow Roasted water/sewer bills to be placed on the fax roll. • Cub Scout Pack 649 to 12 u. $16.99 •» a. $19.99 Seafood and i direct the parking of cars Try Our over the syrup festval week­ Prime Rib 1 end at the fire bam and water h w w i im w Buffe Full Rack $17.99 tower. Both include Potato, Soup & • A hitching post to be April 27, We Three Strings • May 4,3 Husbands on the Loose Salad Bar constructed at the American Legion Hall, west side park­ Don’t forget our Banquet Room for ing area. any occasion. The next meeting of the council will be Thursday, May 16 at 7 p.m. at the vil­ lage office. Chester Gospel hosting special guest April 28 Syrup, fireworks and vacations at Vermontville council meeting by Shari Carney Staff Writer “An exceptionally good year for syrup” is how Gene Fisher described the maple syrup season to members of the Vermontville Village Council at its regular meeting on Thursday, April 11. Fisher, representing the syrup festival committee, said the syrup is “very high quality.” Fisher said fireworks are slated for Friday, April 26 with a rain date of Saturday, April 27. The fireworks will be set up at the Vermontville Bible Church parking lot. In a change from previous festivals, Mid-America has been asked to not set up the ferris wheel to increase space for more children’s rides. The “big worry” is the HASTINGS 4 269-205-4900 1U1 AiTLiITtvY Downtown on StatsHastings St. flEATERGSQ^TI.com and on Facebook ghE nn BARGAIN TWILIGHT DAILY 4:00-6:00 PM * excludes Digital 30 0 No passes (S) Stadium Seating SHOWTIMES 4/20-4/25 TITLESAND TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE FREE SPRING MOVIES I Saturday & Sunday 9 & 10 AM PARANORMAN (PG) I | O© OBLIVION (PG-13) SAT-SUN 11:00,1:40,4:20,7:00,9:40 MON-TH 4:20,7:00,9:40 O SCARY MOVIE 5 (PG-13) SAT-SUN 11:40,2:00,4:40,7:10,9:50 MON-TH 4:40, 7:10,9:50 3D JURASSIC PARK (PG-13) S2.50 PREMIUM PER 30 TICKET SAT-SUN 12:30,3:30,6:30,9:30 MON-TH 6:30,9:30 © Gl JOE: RETALIATION (PG-13) DAILY 9:20 ©THE CROODS(PG) SAT-SUN 11:30,1:50,4:30, 6:50 MON-TH 4:30,6:50 06810020 weather said Fisher who added “people don’t realize the amount of money that is put out — we’re praying for a good day. It’s a heck of a gamble, no way around it.” The new pavilion, still under construction in the village square, will be roped off and not accessible. Rain has delayed construction. Fisher ended his com­ ments by saying the festival is “one of the best around.” Subsequent discussion revolved around a request from Deputy Clerk Judy Mohler for a one-week paid vacation. Mohler is a part­ time employee and, tradi­ tionally, vacations are grant­ ed only to full-time employ­ ees. Mohler, who was not present and was lauded by the council for having put in extra hours and going above and beyond was awarded the request. For the third month in a row, Trustee Charles Viele did not bring a report from the fire meeting. Viele said he did not attend. Monte O’Dell, fire chief for Vermontville as well as supervisor for the depart­ ment of public works, did have information from the meeting. O’Dell said a new generator is in place at the fire station and has been positioned on an 8-ifich thick, 10 foot-by-10 foot platform. The cost for the project was $25,000. Clerk Kathy Laseur reported on the clerk’s con­ ference held in Mount Pleasant and thanked the COUPOISpgg ^Tv^cce.. «iTUc&l $coo OFF Qualify fak' Cjotfiing & ftoidom $25.00 purchase or more. Expires April 27, 2013 CALENDAR OF EVENTS GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Prime Rib WE $20FF; Sat., April 20 • 7-10 BBQ Ribs SHANNON H U GH E S’ CORNER LANDING �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 20,2013 Nashville native wins photography award Kenneth K. McCrimmon VERMONTVILLE, MI Kenneth K. McCrimmon, age 87, of Vermontville, passed away Thursday, April 18, 2013 at Eaton Community Palliative Care Facility in Charlotte. Kenneth was bom in Eaton Rapids on April 3, 1926, the son of the late Arthur and Pearl (Glasslee) McCrimmon. He was raised in the Eaton Rapids area and attended Charlotte schools. The family relocated to the Vermontville area where he spent his adult life. Community He was the widower of Gertrude (Goris) McCrimmon. The couple was married on November 6, 1948 and made their home together in Vermontville where they raised their fami­ lyKenneth served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and was honorably discharged after his years of service. He is a member of the American Legion Post 1019 in Vermontville, and the VFW Post 8260 in Nashville. Sorry, No Community Dinner this Month due to Syrup Festival Vermontville United Methodist Church ♦ to the 2013 Maple Syrup Queen x Elizabeth Wetzel and. her court COUKT-SIDe EMPROIPERy 6 SCREEN PRINTING Maple Valley Alumni Associatio Association’s Annual Alumni Banquet Saturday, May 18th Maple Valley Jr/Sr. High School Sign-in/Social Hour - 5:00 p.m. * Banquet 6:00 p.m. Banquet Catered by Qood Time Pizza Honored Classes... 1963 Nashville and Vermontville (50 Years) and 1988 Maple Valley (25 Years) Honored Teacher... Linda Gaber Honored Support Staff... Sherry Gould SI3 per person with RSVP by May 1 • SI5 per person at the door Alumni are encouraged to bring old yearbooks and other memorabilia to display at the banquet. Ifyou would like an invite please contact, Maple Valley Alumni, Erin Carney (269) 788-4177 Nashville Alumni. Carole Carlinger (260 908-0884 Vermontville Alumni, Carolyn Trumble (517) 726-0249 CXI or go to our website and print off an invite http, //mapleva lleyalumn (association. weebly..com “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 ,06799907 Call anytime Isr Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 Questions, Pat Hickey (517) 852-1500 VISA § Shortly after completing his military duties, Kenneth began work at General Motors where he worked faithfully for 35 years before retiring in 1988. Kenneth loved to be out­ side hunting and fishing and along with his wife, the cou­ ple especially enjoyed their annual fishing trips to Canada. After retiring, Ken and Gertrude loved to spend time traveling and visiting friends and family in Florida and Louisiana. During his time at home, Ken would spend his free time picking up walnuts which he would crack and dry for friends and family to eat or use in cook­ ing. Kenneth is survived by his three daughters, Dawn (Ray) Kennedy, Sheila Marsh, Carol (Ron) Maugherman; his son, Don (Char) McCrimmon; a~sister, Grace Valiek; his son-in-law, Roy Hazen, and & great grand­ children. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Gertrude, who passed .away in 2001; his daughter, Glenna Hazen; and his sib­ lings, Calvin, Roy and Clifford McCrimmon. Funeral services will be held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, at 1 p.m. on Monday, April 22, 2013, with Pastor Charlie Krueger officiating. Interment will take place immediately fol­ lowing the funeral service at Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. The family will receive visitors on Sunday, April 21, from 2-4 p.m. at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Memorial contributions can be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care Facility in Charlotte. Funeral services have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.netfor further details. Owner/Manager Wayne Kent, formerly of Nashville, enhanced this photograph of son Craig’s fishing vessel “Killin Time III” with a freighter in the background. The work won the People’s Choice Award in March at Art Olympics in Manistee. Wayne Kent, a 1958 Nashville High School grad­ uate, is an award-winning photographer. ’ Kent recently entered three compositions in the Aft Olympics sponsored by the Manistee Arts Institute. The entries had to be sports-oriented. One of the photos was of “Killin Time III,” a fish­ ing charter boat owned his son Craig in Manistee. “Although the image stood on its own, I did enhance it with Photoshop and various plug-ins to Photoshop to give a painter­ ly, watercolor look,” he said. Kent, who now lives in Wayne Kent, an award­ winning photographer and former resident of Nashville, recently won the People’s Choice Award for “Killin Time III.” Cadillac, has been involved in art photography for more than 30 years and exhibits in art shows in the summer, most often in the northern Lower Peninsula. He also has shown work in Traverse City, Frankfort, Beulah and Cadillac. “My wife, Nancy, is a cru­ cial part of what I do, with her encouragement and mat­ ting and framing expertise,” he said. He has won many awards over the years and is a three­ time winner of the Cadillac Mayor’’s Award at the Cadillac Festival of Arts. barr-u Counlu and Schedule of Events Barry County Cottage cheese, black bean Commission on Aging and tomato salad, Mandarin Menu and Activities oranges, granola bar. Friendship Sites Thursday, April 24 Congregate Menu Chef salad, macaroni Monday, April 22 salad, citrus sections, crack­ Swedish meatballs and ers. noodles in sauce, com, veg­ Friday, April 25 etable blend, tropical fruit. Seafood pasta salad, three Tuesday, April 23 bean salad, Mandarin Mushroom chicken, wild oranges, crackers. rice, peas, glazed baby car­ rots, orange. Home Delivered Wednesday, April 24 Hearty Menu Hamburger, potato salad, Monday, April 22 broccoli soup, peaches, bun. Swedish meatballs with Thursday, April 25 noodles, com, Brussels Roast pork with gravy, sprouts, strawberry applebaked potato, cabbage, sauce. banana, bread. Tuesday, April 23 Friday, April 26 Mushroom chicken, wild Baked chicken leg qtr., rice, peas, glazed carrots, mashed potatoes and gravy, orange. broccoli, pineapple, bread. Wednesday, April 24 Hamburger, seasoned Home Delivered potatoes, green beans, fruit Cold Menu punch juice, bun. Monday, April 22 Thursday, April 25 Tuna pasta salad, carrot Roast pork and gravy, raisin salad, applesauce, cornbread stuffing,, sweet crackers. potatoes, cabbage, banana. Tuesday, April 23 Friday, April 26 Sliced roast beef with Baked chicken thigh, cheddar, coleslaw, prunes, mashed potatoes and gravy, bun. broccoli, bread pudding, cin­ Wednesday, April 24 namon applesauce. Activities Calendar Monday, April 22 Hastings: Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; Music with Sam; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Kinship Support 5:30-7 p.m. at Hastings Baptist Church.H,W,N: Reminiscence. Tuesday, April 23 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. New Session! Wednesday, April 24 Woodland: Sing-A-Long. Hastings: Music with Sam; Nails; Cards 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30 p.m. Delton: Birthday Party; Reminiscence. Thursday, April 25 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 a.m.;Tigers Watch Party at 1; Beading Class at 5 p.m. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time; Pizza Hut Fundraiser. Friday, April 26 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Writing Class 9 a.m. Woodland: Sing-ALong, Visiting. �Just Say ’As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, April 20,2013 — Page 5 Professional wrestling comes to Nashville tonight Live Professional Wrestling comes to Nashville when the Kellogg Educational Center (former Kellogg School) is trans­ formed into a championship ring Saturday, April 20. Professional wrestling is billed as a fun event for the whole family, said event coordinator Tony Watson, in a press release. In the main event, four men will collide in a “Fatal 4 Way” match for the United States heavyweight champi­ onship. The semi-main event will see AIWF Indiana Heavyweight Champion Rick Vidol defend his title against rookie sensation Ace Perry, said Watson. Also in action, fresh off his WWE Monday night Raw appear­ ance, Justin Mane, will be in action as will be TNA Gut Check challenge participant Sherman Tank and Canadian star Carter Mason plus many more. Doors open at 6 p.m. with a 7 p.m. bell time. Advance tickets are available in Nashville at Moo-Ville and Good Time Pizza; in Vermontville at Duey's Comer and in Charlotte at The Reading Place. Kellogg Educational Center is located at 324 Queen Street and food con­ cessions will be provided by the Maple Valley B.U.G.S. Adult tickets are $10, chil­ dren’s tickets are $5. Doors Low-priced prescriptions, great coffee & relaxing massage. We'll help you feel better! HOMETOWN! MapleValley LUMBER & HARDWARE ■pharmacy­ 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 Monday-Saturday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm www.hometownlumber.com '‘Whatever Is has already been, and what will be has been before; and God will call the past to account.' 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. m apl eval I eyrx. < o m Ecclesiastes 3:15 Me Oea_il c_oM_nter Full Service Floral & Vintage Jewelry a Spring □ WOLEVER’S Real Estate Elsie E. Wolever Broker 00603089 Res. (517) 726-0637 135 Washington P.O. Box 95 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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. 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 Morning Worship............................. 11 Evening Worship............................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .'....... :45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east 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. 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LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES Every day is a new day! Each day is literally a new creation, the unfolding of something divine. The sun rises and seis with only slight variations every day, just as the seasons return at their appointed time each year. Time literally pulses or oscillates, like a perpetual spring. Even the longer periods of time appear to have this characteristic oscillation. The universe is expanding, and will eventually reach the point of maximum expansion and start contracting, only to contract back to the point of a giant cosmic implosion, which will set the universe expanding again. But, time is also like a spring from 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... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Yodth Group, Adult Smalt 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. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship............................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 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 NfrVP massage therapy All That Glitters lime Is R EALTOR* REALTOR* will open 6 p.m. with bell time scheduled for 7 p.m. For further details contact Watson, info@greatlakesmarketingllc.com or call 517-588-9475. This event is sponsored by the Maple Valley Alumni Association. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service.......................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service............................. 6 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 NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Worship ............................. 11:15 a.m. Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 203 N. State, Nashville FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................... 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE SIMPLY THE BEST! 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 • 06600033 �Pay 6 — Ju* Say "A» Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday. April 20,2013 Memories of the Past This week in Nashville history ** *** ✓ A supper at the Evangelical church capped an April 19, 1930, Easter egg rolling event at Putnam Park for some 50 Nashville children. Daffodil-decorated tables and a spring color scheme of yellow and green were featured. Built in 1886, the Phillips Street church has changed shape dramatically over the years. The entry tower and wing (at left) were added in 1903; the entire structure was raised in 1926 to add base­ ment facilities. Additional renovations in 1957 again changed the building which, after extensive additions, now houses Nashville Baptist Chur This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News April 19, 1983. The Star theater (right) reopened under new management in April 1938 with a near-capacity crowd for the first showing of “Stella Dallas.” The theater, which stood just north of present-day village hall, served the community from the days of silent films until the late 1950s when it was called The Flo. 1874 — a family living northwest of this village is doing a thriving business in raising cats. 256 have been reared, educated and distributed among the neighbors during the past year and still the neighbors are not satisfied. 1875 Simeon Navue In April 1907 Frederic L. Kyser bought the grist mill on North Main Street and announced the installation of a new patented feed grinder. This circa-1910 photo shows the name of his son, E. L. Kyser (later Edwin Kane) on the north wing where apple cider was produced and marketed. The Kysers sold the mill in 1916 to Louis Lass and son Otto. rats OH Stop in to GTP before or after the Festival for your favorite ORIGINAL BREADSTICKS and GREAT PIZZA and check out our NEW GTP ITEMS! Ribeye Steak Sandwich Chicken Caesar Salad Chicken Caesar Wrap Jalepeno Poppers : — Festival Coupon! — 'OO Mini Tacos Wing Dings Pu,rrcchhaas^e FREE Appetizer Fri-Sat-Sun Can not be combined with other discounts or offers. Must present coupon. 517-852- 9100 — 501 N. Main (M-66) Nashville, Ml PXZ&T A Nashville Destination! SIMPLY THE BEST! B Find us on Facebook reports he saw a strange apparition flying through the sky Friday night. He describes it as large as a man’s head and having a blazing tail 10 rods long. J 876 — Thomas Casey last week killed the big gray wolf that had been causing the disappearance of sheep in large numbers. It is the only wolf killed in the county for many years. 1877 — Lew and Dickison keep things lively down at their sawmill. We happened by a few nights ago and found they had cut, that afternoon, 25 hard maple logs, which made 7,000 feet of lumber. The day previous, working on soft wood, they sawed out better than 15,000 feet. 1878 — the judge of pro­ bate was in the village Saturday and took the appli­ cation of old Mrs. Buck of Maple Grove for a pension due her husband, the late James Buck, for services rendered in the War of 1812. 1879 the Michigan Central Railroad is enjoying a truly tremendous volume of freight business, frequent­ ly having to run extra trains to handle it all. Three freights passed through Nashville Monday, one of them consisting ofthe record number of 48 loaded cars, drawn by one locomotive. 1880 Mrs. Minerva Curlow of Maple Grove died Saturday. She was a Virginian by birth and lived there and owned slaves before the war. Some nine years ago, she moved to Michigan and made many friends. She was a large woman and very fleshy, and the coffin she was buried in measured 30 inches across. 1881 — George Frank, one of the most enterprising maple sugar makers in these parts, made and sold, from 200 trees this season 1,250 pounds of first-class sugar, for which he received 10 cents a pound. 1882 — The terrible cyclone that swept over Assyria and Kalamo and so on east last Thursday evening, was the most severe that has ever visited this sec­ tion, and it is stated by old residents that no less than seven have visited the sec­ tion during their recollection. When the storm crossed Lacey’s lake, it scooped out a path which those who saw it, say caused them to think of the one the Lord scooped through the Red Sea to allow the Israelites to cross over. 1887 — James M. Pilbeam has just put up a very fine specimen of bald eagle, which was recently shot on the Straits of Mackinac and sent to John Graves by a friend. The bird measured seven feet from tip to tip of its wings and over three feet from beak to tip of tail, and weighed over 12 pounds. Jim also mounted a handsome white heron, or egret, which was shot by Jesse Austin, in Benton Township, Eaton County, last week, while hunting along the Thomapple. 1891 several of the older ones have been wrestling with the measles, as well as the young ones. Mrs. George Witte, Philip Franck and Emory Buck were all seriously ill within the past week. 1892 E.R. White is having city water put into his yard, this being the first tap for a private house. 1898 — At the insistence of a delegation of three local women, Marshal Scheidt arrested the manager of the France-Rella Comedy Company, playing at the opera house and held him in jail Wednesday night. The charge was cruelty to ani­ mals, the ladies who signed the warrant claiming six dogs used in the act had been confined in a cage without food for several days. The manager, one Napoleon France, indignantly claimed he fed them after dark so they would not see what poor meat is sold in Nashville. 1900 B.J. Hecox has refused reappointment as vil­ lage marshal at $25 a month less salary. President Hough has appointed A. Nelson Appelman marshal, and the council has confirmed the appointment. “Nelt” now is deputy sheriff, township constable and village mar­ shal, which certainly puts the See MEMORIES, page 11 Ik 4 s'iiW kwl tafcM isi'i4 Qgbfl fowl ik«l nu I Drill Han ’vm® in MM wJ gmJ mJ BIW .wifi 'trail MlJ Eli) I® int 1 Flit I ft Eft| ^d tlCiM �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, April 20,2013 — Page 7 Business brisk in early Vermontville This paper was compiled and read by the late Ray Anderson at a joint meeting of the Vermontville and Eaton County Historical Societies held in the Griswold room Sept. 8,1966 in The Congregational Church in Vermontville. The periods I wish to talk about are the formative and development years ofthe vil­ lage, namely 1836 to the early 1920’s, and of the men who ran the businesses of those times, and let me say Vermontville was a very busy place. The business areas of Vermontville really devel­ oped in three places; Main Street, an area northeast of the Methodist Church and around the railroad station. The first stock of goods offered for sale in the village was brought from Bellevue by Wells R. Martin and Stephen Scoville, both origi­ nal colonists. But, the first regular store was not estab­ lished until 1846-47 when Hale & Frink opened one in the lower story of the Academy, now known as the Chapel. The business district first started where Mrs. Beck’s house now stands, (just north of the Methodist Church) and I suppose the first two or three stores were in that area, but they soon moved one block south and developed the Main Street as it is now. The firm of Frink & Barber came next, Homer G. Barber succeeding Mr. Hale in 1855 and they were fol­ lowed by D. F. Barber Co., who sold out in 1863. Let me just say a word about Homer Gs Barber. He was the son of E. H. Barber one of the orig­ inal settlers and was about 10 years of age when brought to Vermontville, and exerted a great influence on the com­ munity during his entire life­ time. For the benefit of our Charlqtte guests, he was one ofthe organizers and officers of the Eaton County Bank, and two of his grandsons, Ned. B. Alsover and Phil H. Barber were officers in that bank for many years. Phil retiring as president only a couple of years ago. Homer Barber was a half­ brother ofAlbert Barber who ran a grocery in Charlotte for many, many years. Homer Barber also was one of those who sailed around the Hom to California during the 1849 Gold Rush. The firm of Barber & Martin, (Homer G. Barber and Henry J. Martin) was organized May 15, 1863 and continued for 10 years. Henry Martin was a son of Wells R. Martin, and was the choir leader of the Congregational Church for many years. On the dissolu­ tion of this firm Mr. Martin continued business with John Downing for five years and after that by himself to 1890. The old business estab­ lished in 1853 was continued by the firm of Barber, Hull and Ambrose. Both Fred A. Hull and Chester A. Ambrose having been clerks in the old store. In 1883 Hull sold his interest to Sidney S. Rockwell, the business continuing under the firm name of Barber, Ambrose & Rockwell. Homer G. Barber contin­ ued in trade until his death in 1909. His dry goods store, south across the street from the bank, was one of the finest in the county. In com­ pany with his son, Edward D. Barber, a hardware and furniture store was organ­ ized, and is still in operation in the same building under the ownership of Dale Briggs. Barber sold the store to Hance Hammond and he to Mr. Dickey. Several oth­ ers have owned it up to and including Mr. Briggs. In 1872 Mr. Barber started a private bank located in the rear of his dry goods store which remained there until it was reorganized as the Barber State Bank and moved across the street. It is still there but now owned by the Michigan National Bank. William C. Alsover was the first cashier, followed by Charles A. Stiles. Another general store was started in June 1854 by Wells R. Martin and John F. Hinman who was from Battle Creek. In about a year Mr. Hinman was succeeded by A. H. Proctor for two years when the business known as W. R. Martin & Co. passed in 1859 to the new firm of Benedict & Martin, namely William H. Benedict and Henry J. Martin. Mr. Benendict’s interest was later purchased by Mr. Martin and the busi­ ness continued by the latter until 1863 when the firm of Barber & Martin was organ­ ized and the stocks of the two stores were consolidat­ ed. William H. Benedict, son of the Rev. W. U. Benedict, second pastor of the Congregational Church, later engaged in the grocery busi­ ness, and up until the time of his death was a leading gro­ cer, grain, wool and provi­ sion dealer. Mr. Benedict, incidentally, built the first grain elevator in the town and rebuilt it after it was destroyed by fire in 1900. Benedict continued to oper­ ate it until it was purchased by my father, Charles A. Anderson, who a little later took in as a partner John H. Gearhart, operating the busi­ ness as a partnership for two years when Mr. Anderson repurchased Mr. Gearhart’s interest and operated it as sole owner until he sold it to the Citizens Elevator Co. in 1920. So really the elevator has been operated under as few owners as any business in town. Other merchants and traders who followed in the footsteps of these men, although not identified with the early settlers, did operate thriving businesses and helped in the growth and development of the village. The first hotel was built by Wells R. Martin, one of the original Colonists, using his house as such, which still stands, namely the first house south of the Opera House. The upper story of a brick business block which stood where the Opera House and Standard Oil Station are now located, was used as a hotel under the ownership of a Dancer fami­ ly who were the parents of Mrs. Edward D. Barber. The New England Hotel, which was built expressly for a hotel, stood just north of the Chapel where Nick’s gas sta­ tion is now located, known later as the Follette House, and later still as the Park Hotel. It was erected in 1855 by James Tufford, later owned by S. A. Gunn, Fred Briggs, the Marble family and Arthur Allen. Another hotel stood on the southwest comer of Second Street and South Main under the owner­ ship of several people, amongst them were Mr. Sherman, Mr. Alf Briggs, Mr. Warren French, Mr. Helm and Mr. Cook. It was later used as a funeral home, but is now used as a resi­ dence. The newspaper called the Vermontville Enterprise was established in 1874 by J. C. Memories of the Past Worcester. It was sold to G. W. Hoskins, and later to F. M. Potter who changed its name to the Vermontville Hawk. Its name was again changed to the Vermontville Echo and was owned and operated by several people, some being Mr. Sherman, H. H. Curtis, LeRoy Snell and O. E. McLaughlin. It just recently merged with the Nashville News, the two papers being issued under the name of the Maple Valley News. As I said before, there were three areas of business development in the town. First let us consider Main Street. At the time ofmy first recollection of the town, around the early 1900s, there were four doctors practicing here, namely Drs. Green, Parmenter, Charles and Frank Snell, who were fol­ lowed by Drs. McEachran and McLaughlin. There was also a dentist, Dr. Monkman, who was followed by Dr. Harry Davis. The first veteri­ narian was Dr. George Davis. C. E. Hammond & Son ran a book and shoe store, also a furniture store and was the town undertaker. Later the first movie was located in one of his build­ ings. Above his store was the Citizens Telephone Co., with five employees. Mr. Charles Hall ran a pool room and bowling alley, later a skating rink. Mr. Helm had a harness shop. Some of the grocers were the Benedicts, the Ambroses, Ambrose, Moore and Sparks, Allen & Andrews, Allen Eckhart & Lentz, W. H. Miller and Roy Mathews. The Citizens Bank was organized with C. C. Hallenbeck as president and Arthur Bamingham as cashier. E. B. Hammond had a fine jewelry store and watch repair. A dress making shop was next door. Some of the barber shop operators were Rex Briggs, the Hawkins’, Fox Brothers, Chas Warner and George Firster. There was a saloon, Aiderman’s meat market, who was succeeded by Henry Mull, later by Mull & Eckhart, and one operated by John Bamingham. Barbers dry goods store and next door south, Lamb’s Grocery which later moved across the street, after which Lamb’s Hardware & Implement Co. was established in the old store. There were three drug stores, Hull’s, Willet’s and the Loveland Bros. William lines had a dry goods store and his wife a millinery shop, as did Mrs. David Purchase. O. M. Folger had a produce and feed store, also sold implements as did A. K. Walker, Serol Powers, Ernest Granger and Cal Gehman. Mr. James and Charles Fleming had a shoe store. Mr. George Seitz had a shoe repair shop and Mr. John Downing ran an ice cream store. Mr. Kemp start­ ed a bakery followed by Elias Cole. George McWha ran a pool room. Roy Lamb, Barber Bros, and Louie Lamb started the first auto agencies. Both hardware and implement dealers handled buggies, wagons, sleighs and cutters. — Ray Anderson (to be. continued) Big City Selection, Small Town Price All That Glitters Full Service Floral 234 N. 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Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 9-1 | | Remember ...Florals, Balloons and Giftware for all Occasions are available in our local area. • Flowers • Plants • Balloons �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, April 20,2013 FESTIVAL, continued from page 1 The maple syrup festival in Vermontville is in its 73rd season. The three-day festival commences Friday evening, April 26, and continues through the weekend, ending Sunday, April 28. Arm wrestling, an egg toss, pedal pulls and a pancake derby are some of the free offerings Sunday on South Main Street. (File photo) Club will be grand marshal for the grand parade. “Our club celebrates its 70th anniversary of serving the community in any way we can and will continue to serve in the future,” said Greg Szymanski, club presi­ dent. Marching bands, floats, antique cars, horses, tractors of all makes and models and will continue on the stage with the Maple Valley High School Choir under the direction of Ryan Rosin at 11:30 a.m. The Glen Erin Bagpipe Band will entertain at 12:15 p.m. followed by Doug Fast at 1 p.m. The grand parade will commence at 2 p.m. with the theme of springtime celebra­ tion. The Vermontville Lions more will comprise the parade. Immediately following the parade, the stage will feature the Ionia Community Band at 3:30 p.m. followed by winners of the talent show giving repeat performances. The opera house, at 5 p.m., will swell with people in anticipation of the crown­ ing of the Little Miss Maple Children’s rides will be expanded at the 73rd annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Friday, Saturday and Sunday, April 26, 27 and 28. Vendors will have maple syrup and syrup products for sale throughout the village. (File photo) Syrup Pageant. The opera house is located on South Main Street. The final day of the festi­ val, Sunday, will begin with pancakes at 7 a.m. (until 3 p.m.) in the American Legion Hall, and from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the fire bam. Arts and crafts and the flea market start at 10 a.m. and continue until 4 p.m. ties. For more information on the maple syrup festival, check vermontvillemaplesymp.org or call 888-482-8780 or 517­ 726-0670. Next year’s festival will be April 25, 26 and 27. Ezy Street Band will per­ form at 10:30 a.m. on the downtown stage, followed by the Little Miss Maple Princess talent winners showcasing their perform­ ances. Free activities begin at 12:30 p.m. with a pedal trac­ tor pull, followed by arm wrestling, an egg toss, a pan­ cake derby and other activi­ Friends of Putnam Library meeting Tuesday The Friends of Putnam District Library President JoEllyn Reid and Treasurer Carrie Hopkins, invite community members to Tuesday's membership meeting, Tuesday, April 23. FOPDL has waived the annual $10 membership fee in honor of the 90th anniversary of the library. The open meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the library. T-shirts commemo­ rating the anniversary are now available to order. 06810226 Have A Great Festival! EATON Our goal is to provide the lowest cost, highest qualityproducts and servicesfor efficient crop production in Central Michigan SAVINGS BANK Proudly Supports the Citizens L.L.C. 73^ Annual Maple Syrup festival 870 S. Main, Vermontiville 726-0514 Locations also in Charlotte, Potterville & Battle Creek 144 SOUTH MAIN STREET VERMONTVILLE, MICHIGAN 49096 FEDERAL www.eatonfed.com WE PROUDLYSUPPORT] THE 73R0 ANNUAL MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVAL Stanton Phone (517) 726-0181 also 06810142 RIP'S PLACE WILL BE OPENSYRUP FESTIVAL WEEKEND! Full Bar All Weekend Long! ed Pork Out Back Burgers On The Grill Out Front! FRIDAY: NOON - ? SATURDAY: 11-7 SUNDAY: 11-9 177 S. 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The Revue’ ‘Utile Mermaid Jr. Over 60 area children, grades fourth to eighth grades, will be singing and dancing, acting and getting excited as they present the magical story ofthe beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, in Disney’s “The Little Mermaid Jr.” at the Main Street Theatre House in Nashville during the first two weekends of May. Ariel, who longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above,has to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and then convince Prince Eric that she is “the girl with the enchanting voice.” Theater goers will enjoy wonderful soiigs such as “Kiss the Girl,” “Poor Unfortunate Souls,,” “Part of Your World,” and “Under the Sea!” said Pat Campion, in a production news release. Show dates are the Friday, Saturday and Sunday May 3 to 5 and May 10 to 12. Show times are Fridays at 7 p.m., Saturdays at 3 and 7 p.m., and Sundays at 3 p.m. Ticket prices are adults $10, seniors age 62 and up and students, $8 and children^ and under are $5. Call 517-749-1229 or email therevuel@yahoo.com for tickets and more informa­ tion. Reservations are recom­ mended. The show runs a little over an hour with a short inter­ mission, according to Campion. Doors will open 30 minutes before curtain and concessions are avail­ able along with free parking and air conditioning. Main Street Theatre House is located at 301 N Main Street in Nashville. The theater is located on the comer of Main and Washington streets. Use the side entrance and proceed upstairs. Cast for “The Little Mermaid Jr.” includes: Ariel, Abigail Mater; Flounder, Kyra Macomber (first week­ end) Kayli Hansen (second weekend); King Triton, George McNeill; Sebastian, Ian Smith; Ursula, Emma Franklin (first weekend) Keeley Robinson (second weekend); Flotsam, Allie Rooks; Jetsam, Aubrey Pintar; Prince Eric, Sam Sommer; Grimsby, Joel Shinavier; pilot/Chef Louis, Logan Peterson; Cariota (maid) fish, Molly Macleod; Scuttle, Katie Pohl; seagulls, Lindsey Cool, Meghan Sheets, Gloria Guernsey, Isabel Ruby; mermaid cho­ rus, Kinsley Poll, Aubrey O'Gorman, Cora Estep, Lucy Estep, Katie Cheeseman, Grace Guernsey, Peyton Smith, Sabrina Wortley, Madison Falk, Grace Cool, Taylor Smith, McKenna Quinn; sailors/chefs, Jox Estep, Garrett Blocker, Isaac Christopher, Bethany Scramlin, Adam Sherman, Garrett Zuver; sailor/chef first weekend, Ben Benedict, Meghan Borton, Lizzie Parker, Jaydi Briones, sec­ ond weekend, Taten Wortley, Cameron Wells, Michael Mackenzie, Emily Iszler; Sea Horse, Jared Mater; seaweed/flamingo, Madison Auten, Emma Eddy; fish, Parker Auten, Joshua Peters, Riley Poll, Abigail Cool, Hannah Carpenter, Ashlyn Oesch; fish — first weekend, Morgan Miklusicak, Kennedy Allyn, Kate Haywood, Carleigh Lundquist, Lauren Poll; sec­ ond weekend, Erin Derusha, Elizabeth Christopher, Dominique Haughton, Christina Decker, Clarissa Joppie. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads! Thornapple Lake has overflowed the parking and boat launch area at Morgan Road. Home owners must hike through the lake to get to their dwellings. Health department stresses . importance of immunizations Each year, thousands of children become ill from dis­ eases that could have been prevented by basic childhood immunizations. Children may miss time from day care and school because they are under-immunized or inap­ propriately immunized. Next week, the BarryEaton District Health Department will observe National Infant Immunization Week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention initiative designed to raise awareness of the importance of child­ hood immunizations. Children under age 2 need to be immunized against 14 vaccine-preventable diseases. Certain diseases, such as polio, rubella and Haemophilis type B infec­ tions are no longer a threat, due to safe and effective vac­ cines and high rates of vacci­ nations. But other vaccine-prevent- able diseases still circulate in the United States. One exam­ ple of the seriousness of vac­ cine-preventable diseases is the increase in whooping cough, also called pertussis, cases or outbreaks that were reported in a majority of states in 2012. The country is on track to have the most reported cases since 1959. As of Nov. 16, 2012, more than 35,000 cases ofwhoop­ ing cough were reported across the U.S., including 16 deaths. The majority of these deaths were among infants 3 months old or younger. Every year, an average of 20,000 children under the age of 5 are hospitalized with influenza complications. Severe influenza complica­ tions are more common in children less than 2 years old. The 14 vaccine-preventa­ ble diseases that children under 2 need to be vaccinat­ ed against are chickenpox, diphtheria, Haemophilus type B, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, influenza (every year), measles, mumps, pertussis, polio, pneumococcal disease, rotavirus, rubella and tetanus. Continued vaccination is necessary to protect every­ one from potential outbreaks. For information on the diseases and vaccines that prevent them, visit ‘For Parents,’ www.cdc.gov/vaccines/recs/schedules/childschedule.htm. Anyone with questions about children’s immuniza­ tion status should call their vaccine provider. For more information, call the immu­ nization department at the Barry-Eaton District Health Department, 269-945-9516 ext. 39 for the Hastings office; or 517-541-2630 or 517-485-7110 ext. 630 for the Charlotte office. Kent Oil & Propane, Inc. w f Frost Heating & Cooling Inc.^ Enjoy » a sweetF f 73m Vermontville ► . Syrup Festival^ 735 Durkee Street, Nashville, MI Kent Ph: 517-852-9210 or800-638-7484 Frost Ph: 616-374-7595 or 517-852-9565 “One Call Does It All!!” 06810018 �Page 10 - Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday,, April 20,2013 Fuller parents share frustration, praise LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on July 18,2005, by Ruth A. Dahlmhn, a single woman, as Mortgagor, given by her to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on July 21, 2005, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1149805, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Fifty Thousand Seventy-Five and 84/100 Dollars ($50,075.84); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the after­ noon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the 'Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE CITY OF HAST­ INGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: The East 52 feet of Lot 802 of the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan. Also Including: An easement for the purpose of maintaining an existing garage and driveway upon the following described property: The North 75 feet of the East 4 feet of the West 14 feet of Lot 802 of the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan. Commonly known address: 128 1/2 W. Center Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 Parcel ID Number: 08-55-201244-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: April 5, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of- Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (04-13)(05-04) 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: Scott Stanard, A Married Man and April Y. Stanard, His Wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Top Hite Financial, Inc., its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 25, 2009 and recorded April 3, 2009 in Instrument # 20090403-0003739 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mort­ gage was assigned to: Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, by assignment dated October 24, 2011 and recorded November 7, 2011 in Instrument # 201111070010442 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty Thousand Six Hundred Thirty-Five Dollars and Twenty-Seven Cents ($160,635.27) including interest 5.5% 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 mort­ gage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on May 16, .2013 Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land located in the Southeast onequarter of Section 11, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, beginning on the South line of said Section 11 distance 754.00 feet West from the Southeast comer of said Section 11; thence West along said South Section line 333.00 feet; thence North at right angles to said South Section line 600.00 feet; thence East parallel to said South Section line 333.00 feet; thence South 600.00 feet to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 9755 Cox Rd, Bellevue Ml 49021 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; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclo­ sure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Dated: 4/13/2013 Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 13-78369 (04-13)(05-04) 06809595 06809570 VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE DELINQUENT WATER BILLS Notice is hereby given per section 1,16B of the Village Ordinance that “All owners of property within the Village that have unpaid water/sewer rates, fees or charges which have remained unpaid for a period of three months or more, as of April 01, 2013 which have not been paid by April 30, 2013, will be transferred to the tax roll and assessed upon the city tax roll against the property to which the water/sewer rates, fees and charges remain unpaid.” Judy Mohler, Water/Deputy Clerk 06810239 by Shari Carney Staff Writer Concerns and compli­ ments were heard by mem­ bers of the Maple Valley Board of Education Monday, April 15, regarding proposed changes at the elementary level. Approximately 30 people attended the meeting, which was in the high school cafe­ teria. During parent-teacher conferences in late March, Fuller Street Elementary Principal Susanne Waffle held two informational meet­ ings each day outlining the new structure proposed for the 2013-14 school year. Parents were asked to sub­ mit a preference either for departmentalized or person­ alized instruction. The ses­ sions were followed with a question and answer seg­ ment. Departmentalized offering would have a child start in a traditional kindergarten and first grade with specialized teachers beginning in the second grade. An in-depth description of why changes are being made and what the changes are was detailed by Steel in the superintendent’s comer col­ umn in the March 30 issue of the Maple Valley News. The departmentalized offering, Steel said, would allow students to be taught by teachers specifically trained in the content area. “They are content experts and will be able to provide a deep understanding of the content,” Steel wrote. The personalized program would place children in learning levels that match their ability as they progress. “The learning is fluid, so they can move up and down levels as they learn new material,” she wrote At Monday’s meeting, Ryan Bums, a firefighter and EMT with the Vermontville Fire Department, began addressing lockdown and crisis plans at the schools. Bums asked board members to involve local fire depart­ ments in the procedures. As the father of a special­ needs child, he also asked the board what contingency plans were in place when children need extra guid­ ance. He asked for more trans­ parency. “What teachers? Where? How many children when combining grades together?” Bums shared concerns about classroom size. Steel interjected, saying the numbers will be available prior to the school year, showing how many students would be in the combined classes. Board President April Heinze said, “Nothing is set in stone yet. There will be a packet for parents, and we will continue to have meet­ ings.” Jason Sheridan, a trustee with the Vermontville Village Council, said he has a special-needs child, as well. “My daughter Garnet is in the autism spectrum,” began Sheridan. “I am not happy — we’re going to have prob­ lems.” He said there has been very little in the communica­ tion. “What is the driving force before what we just did?” Sheridan asked. “Now after a decision is made you want our input. Tell us what’s going on.” Sheridan asked if any spe­ cial-needs children are enrolled in the Maple Valley Academy — a combined kindergarten and first grade class that is the prototype for the expansion into the upper grade levels. • “We don’t have the right people working with my “I am not happy,” Jason Sheridan tells school board members Monday, April 15, regarding proposed changes at Fuller Street Elementary. Maple Valley Schools Superintendent Ronna Steel responds to concerns made by parents at the April 15 school board meeting. daughter,” continued Sheridan. “I’ve talked to Susanne, Ronna, Mark [Jorgensen, school board trustee] I’m not getting any answers.” In researching the person­ alized learning piece of the proposed change, Sheridan said only 30 districts in the United States were using the model and that represented about 2 percent in the nation. “I am not happy,” he con­ cluded. “Sorry I can’t be more uplifting.” Susan Morris began her remarks by saying she was not against either method. “My issue is how- we’re going about it,” said Morris, adding that a note was sent home the weekend before conferences in a ‘Friday folder’ that she didn’t even see. The note outlined the two choices and asked par­ ents for input, directing them to an online survey. “Notification was not done well. This should have been in the paper,” said Morris who then asked why parents couldn’t have three choices — personalized, departmentalized or tradi­ tional. Morris also ques­ tioned the expense of tearing down walls at Fuller Street to accommodate combined classrooms. “What if it doesn’t work? Are you going to put the walls back up?” she asked. In the March presenta­ tions, Waffle referenced an education model called Re­ inventing Schools Coalition, which began in Alaska. In researching RISC, Morris said she spoke with a representative who told her, “Expect to fail; it takes about three years to really take off.” The RISC representative also said the model normally begins at the high school level. Compliments came from parents Kristi Lincoln and Mike Scott who have chil­ dren in the current combined kindergarten and first grade class called Maple Valley Academy spoke. “I have three kids at Fuller,” said Lincoln. “I am .happy. I tell parents it’s [the academy] amazing. My kids have soared.” she attended three of the meetings conducted by Waffle during conference week arid said they were very well run. Lincoln said the staff has been supportive and ended by saying, “The academy is amazing.” Scott said he has one child in the academy, one in a tra­ ditional classroom and one who will be entering the academy in the fall. He commended Steel for changing with the times and used a local business as an example of change. He cited Moo-ville Creamery, which is using robotics system to milk cows and asked how many people in the room learned how to milk a cow another way. “I’m okay with 2 percent,” said Scott, “or less than.” Steel spoke in an attempt to alleviate apprehensions, asking the audience to please be alert to communications in the near future for more parent meetings. The schedule for 2013-14 is in progress, and staff is continuing to collect parental choice requests for the ele­ mentary level. Addressing special-needs children, Steel said special education programs will be in place, and children likely will meet in small groups. She said she has heard talk that the changes are an attempt to reduce teaching staff and wants to dispel the rumor. “It is not our intention to displace a teacher,” she told the group. Steel then addressed why changes are being imple­ mented. Ninety-four percent of the fifth graders at Maple Valley did not pass the sci­ ence exam, she said, and the state average was more than double the number. Science is also near the bottom, with writing and mathematics not far behind. ’ “What we’re doing is not okay. The scores are not okay,” she said. “I’m okay with being in the 2 percent.” On a positive note Steel said reading scores are “way up.” Another rumor that has reached Steel is that Maple Valley Academy receives extra funding. “They didn’t. They [teach­ ers Heather Bross and Amy Billings] wrote grants, they invested their own time.” Steel said the same grant funding opportunities are available to all teachers. Heinze said, “Months ago we decided we had to do something different based on test scores and bleeding numbers [enrollment].” The board has been look­ ing at new models, and a successful one is right in the district. “The statistics coming out of the academy are wonder­ ful,” said Heinze, who sought to assure parents that it is not the intention of the board to leave anyone behind. “Traditional is not produc­ ing what we need to pro­ duce,” she said, adding that the changes have been dis­ cussed at every board meet­ ing. I® �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 20, 2013 — Page 11 MEMORIES, continued from page 6 law on his side. 1901 — at a special meet­ ing of the village council Tuesday night, a franchise was granted to Siegel Kopf and others, who expect to incorporate the Thomapple Electric Company for fur­ nishing electric lights to Nashville and several other towns in the area ... expect­ ing to serve Nashville within five months. 1902.— John Fumiss, who has brought the old driving track north of the river, has taken down the high board fence that formerly sur­ rounded it and is replacing it with a wire fence. For the present, the driving track and ball field will not be dis­ turbed but eventually will be broken up and seeded. 1904 — the village coun­ cil had two warm sessions last week, dealing mainly with the matter of saloon bonds. The bonds of A.A. Witeman and George McWha were rejected at the first meeting by a divided vote. At a special meeting two nights later, the matter again was debated several hours, and a majority vote was finally reached in favor of approval. The council also accepted drug store bonds from the three local drug stores and voted $500 for building 20 new crosswalks. 1905 — Coy Brumm will be the carrier on route 5 out of Nashville when the new all-county rural free (mail) delivery is started. His broth- Garage Sale er Roy is to be his substitute. 1906 — the flight of a flock of wild geese over the village last Thursday evening was witnessed by many people. Those old inhabitants who saw it declare there was fully 1,000 in the flock. Each part of the V they formed must have been close to a mile long. They were headed northwest and probably were flying 20 or 30 miles an hour. 1907 — F.L. Kyser is nicely established in his mill on north Main Street and is ready at all times to attend to the business. He has installed a new patented feed grinder and will be pleased to wel­ come all his old customers and plenty of new ones. He will pay two cents above market price for good milling wheat. 1923 — roads are so bad that the only passable route to Hastings is by way of Woodland. There seems to be no way at all to get to Vermontville except to fly. 1924 — statement of the Farmers and Merchants Bank shows combined resources of over a million and a third dollars. Commercial deposits are well over $336,000, and the savings deposits top $700,000. 1925 — organization of the Independent Oil Company was completed here Friday night, and offi­ cers were elected. W.J. Liebhauser is president, TOTS SPRING PRE­ SCHOOL ALMOST NEW huUE barn---- Salt­ SALE! April 27, 2013, 9amSOMETHING FOR EV­ 1pm, Cherry Creek ElemenERYONE. ANTIQUES, 32" tary, 12675 Foreman, Lowell. FLAT SCREEN TV AND FREE to shop, FREE to sell. STAND, 3PC DARK PINE To reserve a spot call Lori at QUEEN SIZE BEDROOM TOTS (616)987-2532. 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Burcham Enterprises niture,, some burchamenhousewares, clothing, nice (517)285-5746, foosball table. 472 Frey Rd., terprises.com Vermontville. Franklin/Olmstead W.A. Quick, Charles Mason and A.M. Burnett directors and G.C. Edmonds general manager. The company, cap­ italized for $12,000, is build­ ing a new station at the cor­ ner of South Main and Church streets, where Marland gas and oils will be sold. 1926 — the boys of the high school band played on the streets Saturday night and took up a collection amounting to about $15. The fund for band uniforms now amounts to about $60. 1927 — whether to adopt fast (Eastern Standard) time, sun time or to remain on Standard time has been a big conversational topic around town in recent weeks. While no complete agreement has been reached, Nashville now can be said to be on fast time. The Lentz Table Company, as well as a majority of business places, now have gone to Eastern Standard and moved their clocks an hour ahead. A canvas of business places, made this week by the Nashville News, showed 45 in favor and 16 opposed.. 1928 — the Sm ith Chevrolet Company, with headquarters in the hotel building, announce the new 1929 line of cars. Prices range from $525 for the roadster or phaeton, to $725 for the convertible landau. 1930 — about 50 children enjoyed the Easter egg roll Saturday afternoon at Putnam Park. The children divided into into five five were divided groups, according to Sunday school classes. Winners were Maxine Cole, Jean Hecker, Junior Purchis and Elinor Parrott. Robert Moon found the golden egg. Supper followed at the Evangelical church. 1938 — The Star theater, which was bought recently by Grand Rapids parties, was reopened Saturday and nearcapacity crowds attended the showing of the picture “Stella Dallas.” 1948 — Franklin Janacek announced the opening this week of a new neighborhood grocery store at 731 Gregg St. A recent employee of Green Stamping Company, Janecek has erected a prefabricated building for his business establishment and plans to build a home soon on an adjacent lot. 1950 buckets were pulled from the trees in town Monday, but several sugar bushes in the country still were enjoying a good run of sap, which was expected to make one more good boiling before operations were suspended for the year. The Nashville community project turned out slightly more than 500 gallons of excellent quality syrup. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Education critic needs to know teachers and staff are committed To the editor: I wanted to take a moment to respond to a Barry county resident's remark made and publicized in The Hastings Banner edition of March 28. He stated, "Any tax money that goes to schools, I vote 'no'. I'm sick and tired of school systems not doing theirjobs. Staff and teachers are not helping kids." I wholeheartedly disagree with his statement that staff and teachers are not helping kids. I think ifhe spent some time in the classroom, he t would change his mind.. I volunteer in the school and see how much teachers and staff do on a daily basis for our children. The teachers have a difficult job. Not only do they have to teach our students the required grade level studies, they have to do this for 25-30 students who are at different levels of academic abilities. Some students are eager to learn and the teacher needs to feed this fire. While some students have learning disabilities that make school a challenge. Other students may have home lives that are troubled and it is keeping them from focusing on learning. A teacher needs to have his/her lesson plan fit the needs of all the students and their wide variety of learning styles. The teacher's job goes beyond teaching. He or she also acts as a substitute par­ ent while the student is at school. The teacher provides a listening ear for an upset student, a hug for a discour­ aged student, or a high five for a job well done. Additionally, on numerous occasions I have witnessed a teacher providing classroom supplies with their own funds. There is no expecta­ tion that they will be reim­ bursed. The staff is very caring and supportive to the stu­ dents and parents. When a child is ill or can't find their lunch or gloves, the staff is there to clean up the child, call a parent or help them search for their lost item. If they cannot find the lost item, they lend them one to use for the day. The staff is supportive to the parents, also. The staff listens, encourages, and will work with parents to find solutions to even the smallest of prob­ lems. The staff and teachers go beyond what is expected of them to help the students and parents. They care deeply for the students, parents and community. Their willing­ ness to go to great lengths so that every child in their room learns, shows the commit­ ment they have to their stu­ dents. Michelle Fabiano Middleville Indian Chief sculptor speaks To the editor: Thank you to the people of Vermontville for allowing me the chance to display my carvings for the past several years in your community. It is such an honor to have seen so many people taking pictures of my wood sculptures that it gave me a good feeling that I am contributing, to this community. I make these carvings as a way of paying back the man upstairs for the talent and ability he gave me to create these works of art. ’ I am not a rich man as far as money is concerned, but using my God given talents in carving wood sculptures was my way of giving back to the community I grew up in. For the past several years I’ve been making smaller carvings and donating them to people with cancer, a fall­ en Vet or some person in need. These small carvings were my small way of help­ ing out. I could never afford to donate a sculpture the size ofthe Indian Chiefto the festival association or to the village without charge. The two sculptures were on display only and not the property of the festival association or anyone affiliated with the syrup festival. I was made aware (too late) that the Indian Chief needed to be repaired and I was attempting to get the proper equipment on site to remove and repair this sculp­ ture. Unfortunately, I was a week late in getting this done. During the preceding week, this sculpture was tipped over and sawed in half by the grandson of the festi­ val association’s president. If I had been allowed to restore this carving, I had found a buyer who was willing to display it at his business location. Now that will never happen. It is interesting that for several months someone I do not even know attempted to contact me about the condi­ tion of this sculpture to have it repaired. Yet, other mem­ bers of the festival board know me personally and where I live as well as where my father lives on Kelley Highway. It would not have been as difficult as they say to contact me in a timely manner to get this matter set­ tled. I never would have dreamed that this would have happened in the Village of Vermontville. My art is very personal to me and I pour my heart into these creations. To have someone vandalize my • New Construction Designed and Installed • Boiler Installation and Service • Radiant Floor Tubing and Ceiling Installation Air Conditioning 8i Heating • Duct Cleaning and Sanitizing’ • High-Efficiency Furnace and Air Serving Your Community Conditioning Installation for Over 40 Years • 24-Hour Phone Service • Free Estimates Goodman' carving that I could have easily repaired hurts me person­ ally. This is a lesson learned by me that gentleman’s agreements no longer apply and any future displaying of art in this community will require lawyers and con­ tracts. God knows I never wanted any problems with this but perhaps the only remedy will be the pursuit of legal actions against the fes­ tival corporation and their board. Mark Myers 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 discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. • Fuel Oil Furnace installation and Service • Geo-Thermal Installation and Service • Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Sales and Service • A0 Smith Water Heater Sales and g Service • Empire Space Heater Sales and Service FROST HEATING & COOLING QUALITY, VALUE S Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 Nashville (517) 852-9565 �Page 12 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, April 20. 2013 Superintendent’s contract renewed for one year Steel interviewing for BISD superintendent position Repeal of the Senior Pension Tax On Tax Day, April 15, at a press conference with my Democratic colleagues, I announced House Bill 4564, which would repeal the pen­ sion tax. This new pension tax has made life more diffi­ cult for retired Michiganders who are living on a fixed income, many of whom are struggling to make ends meet. Retirees who have worked hard their whole lives and planned carefully for their retirement are now dealing with smaller retire­ ment checks and are unable to recoup that lost income. I announced the repeal of the pension tax on “Tax Day” because the full ramifi­ cations of the tax changes enacted by Gov. Rick Snyder and the Republican majority in 2011 were felt by taxpay­ ers as they filled out their returns for 2012. Many of the tax changes pushed through the legisla­ ture in the last two years have hurt families in order to fund nearly $2 billion in tax breaks to corporations. This shift of the Michigan tax code on to families and sen­ iors, coming at a time when they are barely able to keep their heads above water, is wrong. In addition to the repeal of the pension tax, other Democratic representatives introduced bills that would restore tax credits and deduc­ tions to relieve the burden on families for next year. The bills included restoring the Homestead Property tax credit, restoring the $600 per child deduction and increas­ ing the Earned Income tax credit from six percent to 11 percent in the first year. A fellow Democrat also intro­ duced a bill to end the tax deduction for expenses incurred by a corporation when moving a business out of state. I will continue to advocate for our families and seniors as we all work towards creat­ ing a Michigan that we all can enjoy. I welcome comments-and questions. You can contact me, 517-373-0587, via mai email, TheresaAbed@house.mi.gov or visit my website, abed.housedems.com. by Shari Carney Staff Writer During the regular meet­ ing of the Maple Valley School Board on Monday, Superintendent Ronna Steel made an announcement. Steel said to guard against board members and the com­ munity hearing or reading the announcement from out­ side sources, she was pub­ licly stating her intention to seek the position of superin­ tendent for the Barry Intermediate School District in a shared position. Steel is one of three candidates who have been chosen to be inter­ viewed in the second phase of the selection process. During public comment, Jeff Seavolt said a number of logs have been donated to the building trades program. President April Heinze said she looks forward to Seavolt’s reports. Steel publically acknowl­ edged Seavolt and Lonnie Spencer for their work in finalizing the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail Safe Routes to School grant. The board heard com- ments and concerns from the audience on proposed changes at the elementary level beginning in the fall (see related story). In other business the board approved: • General fund bills paid in the amount of $196,529; ath­ letic bills, $7,593; food serv­ ice bills, $73,136; March 22 payroll, $220,731 and April 5 payroll $219,180. • Retirement notifications have been received from Norma Jean Acker, Anne Baker, and Cynthia Baker. • Labor and finance com­ mittee meeting scheduled for Monday, April 22 at 5:30 p.m. in the administration office. • Technology committee meeting Monday, April 29 at 5:30 p.m. in the administra­ tion office. • The annual PRIDE trip to Cedar Point Thursday, May 23. • A three member athletic committee comprised of* April Heinze, chairperson, Mark Jorgensen, and Kevin Rost. Jorgensen and Rost currently serve on the com- mittee. • Ratified Steel’s contract for one year. • An update by Athletic Director Duska Brumm on adjustments made to the spring coach lineup: junior varsity assistant baseball, Jordan Sprague; junior high track co-coach, Jassen Dowling; and varsity softball assistant coach, Steve Heilman. Pathways Academy, the online school for virtual learners, is under discussion with Kalamazoo Community College to offer a dual enrollment opportunity. This would allow students to obtain college level creden­ tials and may extend to high school students in the tradi­ tional program as well. The potential would be for a stu­ dent to leave high school with an associates degree or advancing toward one. The board entered into a closed session with Tom White for labor negotiations. The next regular meeting of the school board is sched­ uled for Monday, May 13 at 7 p.m. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valiev Hews action ads!Summer hours, syrup festival cook-off, author visit and new releases at the Vertmontville Township Library POWER SERVICE WTREME M9IESE4. This is no ordinary diesel fuel, this is... Technology Transformed Fuel Now Offering Diesel Fuel Pre-Buy ... 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New releases received are: DVDs: Life of PI, Rise ofthe Guardians, Death Race 2, Lincoln, Killing Them Softly, Parental Guidance, Les Miserables, This is 40, Ordinary People, The Hobbit, Zero Dark Thirty, The Bible, Django Unchained, and Duck Dynasty Season 1 and 2 In adult fiction check out: To Honor and' Trust by Tracie Peterson, The Icecutter’s Daughter by Tracie Peterson, The Accursed by Joyce Carol Oates, Ever After by Kim Harrison, The Chance by Karen Kingsbury, Drop 50 & Magnify by Michael Frederick, Montana by Debbie Macomber, The Song Reader by Lisa Tucker, Circumference of Darkness by Jack Henderson, Eyes of Eagles by William W. Johnstone, Wyoming Fierce by Djana Palmer, Buster Midnights Cafe by Sandra Dallas, Homicide in Hardcover by Kate Carlisle, The Round House by Louise Erdrich, The Miracle Life of Edgar Mint by Brady Udall, Avenged by Janice Cantore, Killer Honeymoon by G.A. McKevett, Double Feature by Owen King, Pandemonium by Warren Fahy, There was an Old Woman by Hallie Ephron, The Striker by Clive Cussler, The Kiss by James Patterson, Starting Now by Debbie Macomber, Gotcha! by Fem Michaels, Life After Life by Jill McCorkle, Traps by Mackenzie Bezos, Touch & Go by Lisa Gardner, The Edge of the Earth by Christina Schwarz, Family Pictures by Jane Green, The Guardian by Beverly Lewis, The Cherry Cola Book Club by Ashton Lee, Vanished by Irene Hannon, Where Willows Grow by Kim Vogel Sawyer, Wyoming Bride by Joan Johnston, Truth Stained Lies by Terri Blackstock. New titles in adult non­ fiction are: Failure is Impossible by Susan B. Anthony, Tenth of December by George Saunders, Bird: The Definitive Visual Guide by Audubon, The Girl With no Name by Marina Chapman, My Beloved World by Sonia Sotomayor, Her by Christa Parravani, Salt, Sugar, Fat How the food Giants Hooked Us by Michael Moss, Out of Order by Sandra Day O’Connor. Junior and easy fiction features these new titles: I Can Fly! by Deborah Norville, Tooth Fairy’s First Night by Anne Bowen, Olivia Leads a Parade, Olivia and the Puppy Wedding by Ian Falconer, Eight Animals on the Town by Susan Middleton Elya, 01’ Mama Squirrel by David Ezra Stein, Like Bug Juice on a Burger by Julie Sternberg, The Dark by Lemony Snicket, Christopher Sat Straight Up in Bed by Kathy Long, Follow, Follow by Marilyn Singer, Mirror, Mirror by Marilyn Singer, Isabella Star of the Story by Jennifer Fosberry, Miss. Maple’s Seeds by Eliza Wheeler. From the junior and easy non-fiction category review: Bulldozers by Sara Gilbert, Dump Trucks by Sara Gilbert, 'Diggers by Sara Gilbert, What Happens in the Spring by Kathleen Costello Beer, Pirates by Kate Riggs, Princes & Princesses by Kate Riggs, Fairy Godmothers by Kate Riggs, Enchanted Castles by Kate Riggs, Wicked Stepmothers by Kate Riggs, I’m Growing! by Aliki, You’re Aboard Spaceship Earth by Patricia Lauber, Counting Colors, The Big Unofficial Lego Builder’s Book by Joachim Klang, Poems to Learn by Heart by Caroline Kennedy, Poetry Writing Handbook, The Girls’ book of Wisdom by Catherine Dee. In young adult fiction these new titles are now available: Zed by Michael Frederick, Going Vintage by Lindsey Leavitt, That Time I Joined the Circus by J.J. Howard. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, April 20, 2013 — Page 13 Under the Sea Tea makes a big splash 'W L HHKlC'1* VKlC '* V s SS SS Sfe^rfS <bs *<J*J>fc* 5> c » ** *TV? TV?s”®>®. aZ aZ*^ « . ’’’ i«h Despite the snow last .Saturday afternoon, music was in the air and the mood was cheery at Putnam District Library’s “Under the Sea Tea Party,” said Emily Mater, Putnam District Library children’s director. Seaweed and fish hung from the' chandeliers at Main Street Banquet Hall in Nashville as the room was transformed into an under­ water world. Over 40 guests enjoyed the party, with mer­ maids, fish and ocean crea­ tures galore, said Mater. Each child was allowed to bring an adult guest who was also able to enjoy the pro­ gram and to assist in making a paper jellyfish to take home. People dined on crab claws (carrot stalks), sea cucumbers (sliced cucum­ bers), ocean bowls (blue .gel­ atin), seaweed stalks (green licorice), goldfish (crackers), sweet tea from the sea, big blue ocean punch, and Kiss the Girl cupcakes. Putnam Teen Advisory Group members Savannah Shilton, Britani Shilton and Rachel Morris were servers for the event, with library aide Laura Scott helping to supervise the festivities. Mater got into the spirit by dying her hair red for the event in honor of Ariel the mermaid from the Disney classic, The Little Mermaid. With goldfish- aplenty, Shelby Ripley dips for the gold at the Under the Sea Tea sponsored by Putnam District Library Saturday, April 13. (Photo by Caryn Bracy) Mater helped the guests make literary connections with a short quiz about the original Hans Christian Anderson version of The Little Mermaid, which was published in 1836. The Disney version of the movie was first released in 1989, with the show making its official Broadway debut in 2008. Kids from the Revue’s cast of Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr. then per­ formed three songs from their upcoming show. Guests were treated to the musical numbers “Human Stuff,” “Part of Your World,” and “Under the Sea.” Kids posed for photos, got mermaid and fish “tempo­ rary” tattoos, and selected library books to put on hold for checkout later in the week. This is the fourth year the library has held a tea party. The first, the Fancy Nancy Tea, was held in 2009 and featured entertainment by the local Girl Scout troop. A Mad Hatter Tea was held in 2010 in conjunction with the Revue’s production of Alice in Wonderland Jr. Last year, the library had a T is for Truck and Other Tough Stuff event, followed by the more traditional tea this year. “We love working with The Revue and they always put on a great performance,” said Mater. “We are so blessed to have so many quality organizations in the Nashville area and the library tries to make connec­ tions as much as possible. That is part of our role in the community.” Coming up green, Macey Dunham smiles as she scoops up “seaweed.” Main Street Banquet Hall is the scene for an Under the Sea Tea held April 13 in Nashville. (Photo by Caryn Bracy) DOBBINS ACOetco Your Local CM omotive Specialists LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON IVI-79 Our Diagnostic Computer Software Is Compatible With All Makes & Models Owner, Jeff Dobbin, ASE Master Technician Over 20 years experience 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE 4 JM Putnam Lego Club update ? -I* fe, h iihtfci to E JK th Hi ifekufc (1 ? ar fail itaiMMili [ ju ibhUjl® _• —», ii0B «0Bn ■■|®l!'fc'1 _•^^» n I g£0*Sadu g£0* &U#gsh£S# r-x •* >*E> ‘ 2^6^*^ r *A< A< is !» & ?i *fcl^. >> I I A^ A^.r^j &*&. yi*>' i*?>' II Spring was in the air as budding engineering researchers gathered for the monthly building challenge of the Lego Club at Putnam District Library on Saturday, March 16. Seventeen area second to fifth graders were given the general theme of “Spring” to interpret as they may and to create with a random selec­ tion of given Legos, said Laura Scott, library aide and club coordinator. With spring resources aplenty, Lego club members began the day gathering research to guide the course of building. “Members are given the theme prior to each gather­ ing, with the hope of pulling in existing knowledge of the subject area and allowing builders time to create a plan of action,” said Scott. Some members practice at home with the hopes to receive similar Legos to build with the day of the challenge. March Lego Club winners had wonderful constructions to represent Spring, but the judges were ultimately impressed with second grad­ er Ryan Finkler’s “Iguana and Snake” model, said Scott. “As the first place winner, Ryan took conscientious measures, through his earlier research, to build according to what he had learned about these creatures,” said Scott. Finkler’s creations were modeled after the Magic Tree House Fact Tracker COUNTRY the children’s section. Upcoming Lego club dates are Saturdays, April 20 and May 11 both beginning at 11 a.m. Scott said openings for second to fifth grade students are available and pre-registration is required. To regis­ ter, visit the library Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday 3 to 8 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Or follow the library on Facebook or www.putnamlib.org for continued updates and photos of Lego cre­ ations. 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April 20, 2013 Lions fall to Vikings as Morse plays part in 8 goals by Brett Bremer Sportt Editor Lakewcxxj's varsity girls' soccer team scored eight goals and Shannon Morse had a foot in all of them Monday. Morse scored five goals and had three assists as the Vikings knocked off visiting Maple Valley 8-0 in non­ conference action at l^irwood High School to improve to 2-1 overalI on the season. The Lions fell to 0-2 with the loss. Isabel Salgado scored the first goal of the game for the Vikings. 50 seconds in to the contest, off an assist from Morse. Morse then scored three goals in the first half, one five minutes after Salgado's and two in the final ten minutes of the half. The Vikings struck quick­ ly in the second half as well, with Morse settling a Lion clearing attempt in the mid­ dle of her offensive end and ripping a shot into the net just 1:20 into the second half. Lakewood ended the game early getting three goals in 1 minute and 28 seconds in the middle of the second half. Maple Valley defender Glyerine Bauman (right) races over to try and get the ball from Lakewood’s Mallory Durham during Monday’s noh-conference contest at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Lions’ Breanna Heinze works to dribble around Lakewood’s McKala Harmon during the second half Monday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Your Hometown Convenience Stor Coldest Beer In Town! S Michigan Craft Beers, Liquor, Wine 4/1 Your Party fyuppliet! P^uey/SitgoMier 2996.N.Ionia,VermmjtjriBej Corner of N. Ionia & Nashville Hwy. (517) 726-0486 Mon-Thurs: 8am-1 Op • Fri. & Sat: 8am-11pm AZEK> Morse assisted on a pair of goals by Mallory Durham then scored the final Viking goal on a free kick with 18:16 left on the clock. It’s a double-edged sword for the Vikings. 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Maple Valley gen­ erated a little offense, firing eight shots on goal .in the first half alone. Defensively, the Lions had moments of solid play but also had lapses where defenders failed to mark up with Viking attackers in front of the Lion net. Head coach Chris Ricketts was shouting, “who’s got 14?” for more than a few seconds before Morse found her alone in the middle of the box to score the Vikings sixth goal of the game. Next Civil War seminar to discuss what soldiers ate The Lansing/Sunfield Camp No. 17, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War will continue its commemo­ ration of the Civil War Sesquicentennial with the next in their series of free Civil War history seminars Tuesday, April 30, 7 p.m. The program will be at the Sunfield United Brethren Church, 8436 West Grand Ledge Highway (M-43). Eric Perkins will present “Beyond Hardtack and Coffee: What Civil War Soldiers Ate.” Perkins is a historian with the Michigan Historical Museum where he oversees artifact collections and develops exhibits. He is a regular presenter on military topics for the museum’s Big History Lesson, an in-depth, hands-on program for grade school children. He has also presented on Civil War topics for the Smithsonian Associates. Perkins holds master’s degrees from Norwich University in military history and Michigan State University in anthropology. Ultimately, the food that people eat in any era is made up of the culture, society and economics of how they pro­ duce, process and eat food. As a distinct sub-culture, the Union Army during the Civil War had its own foodways, he said; a composite of army regulations, logistics and the personal practices and tastes of thousands of “soldier The diet of Civil War soldiers depended on army reg­ ulations, logistics and the personal practices and tastes of thousands of "soldier cooks.” (Photo courtesy Library of Congress.) cooks.” Civil War group. Moving beyond hardtack Admission is free and and coffee, Perkins’ presen­ refreshments will be served. tation will take a broader Directions and maps to the look at the diet, tastes, eco­ seminar location can be nomics, transportation and viewed on the website, food technology of Union http://suvcw.org/mi/017/017 soldiers. Army foodways home.htm; click on the were affected by social, eco­ announcement link. nomic, and technological The presentation is offi­ developments in the North, cially recognized by the as well as global military State of Michigan, Civil War advances. The solutions cre­ Sesquicentennial ated to feed the army, in turn, Commission and the spurred leaps in civilian food ' National Organization of the technology, processing and Sons of Union Veterans of production, he said. the Civil War as a Civil War “Come join us, as Eric Sesquicentennial Signature Perkins brings Civil War his­ Event. tory alive with his presenta­ tion,” said Paul Arnold, member ofthe Sunfield Sons of Union Veterans of the Call anytime for Maple Valley News ads 269-945-9554or 1-800-870-7085 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, April 20,2013 — Page 15 Lions put four in 80s to place fourth at DK Invite by Brett Bremer Sports Editor One fewer stroke by any one of Delton Kellogg’s top five would have given the host Panthers the title at Mullenhurst Friday. Instead, Pennfield edged the maroon and white Panthers for the title at the Delton Kellogg Invitational on the fifth-score tie-breaker. Both team’s top four golfers finished with a score of 335. Pennfield’s fifth golfer was one stroke better than Delton’s. Delton Kellogg was led by senior Zack Simon and freshman Sarah Shipley who each shot a 79. That put them in a tie for fourth place at the end of the day. Pennfield’s top two golfers tied for medalist honors on the cold, wet day north of Delton. Treavor Cameron and Darin Blocker each shot a 77. Olivet’s Keagan Carpenter was the only other golfer in the 70s, placing third individually with a 78. Hastings was third in the overall team standings with a 338, followed by Maple Valley 347, Schoolcraft 350, Olivet 357, Parchment 368, Marcellus 390 and Hopkins 395. It was the first competition for Maple Valley. Delton EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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Shipley and Worm each have to do that anymore. We “It’s nice for us to see, shot a 42 for Delton, while hit off turf into nets with most of these teams are in Simon added a 52 and Keith plastic balls, and putted on the KVA, it gives us a Malachowski a 54. carpets,” Enyart said. chance to get a look at the Maple Valley got a 44 “At the end I told them, league and see what we’re up form Sheldon, a 48 from ‘this is our last day here against,” Javor said. “We Hilton, a 51 from Iszler and a guys. From now on, if it’s had a strong showing from 56 from Tyler Kersjes. bad weather we’ll just take some of our middle players. Masters added a 46 for the the night off. We’re not com­ To be able to take four scores Eagles, while Ben Koeske ing back.’” under 90 is a good thing.” and Justin Kepsel each shot Maple Valley was pre­ The standings were a little 50. pared for the bad weather. Lion head coach Spring Javor said her team has been braving the elements outside for practice for much of the preseason, and got a special surprise the day before the tournament. “We just got rain gear yes­ terday,” Javor said, “so they were like ‘Christmas in April! Thank you athletic boosters!” They were all geeked about that, being able to be prepared for a match like today. I asked the athlet­ ic boosters Monday, ordered it Tuesday and we had it yes­ terday.” Freshman Danny Hooten led Hastings, finishing in a tie for sixth-place with Olivet’s Tyler Masters and Schoolcraft’s Chris Kolbe. They each shot an 82. Hastings’ Logan Barrett and Chris Feldpaush each shot- an 85, to tie Maple Valley’s Rage Sheldon, Parchment’s Alec Banner and Marcellus’ Quin Rile for ninth place. The Saxon team also got an 86 from Aaron Williams. Maple Valley’s Hunter Hilton taps a putt across the Maple Valley had its top green on number 16 at Mullenhurst during Friday’s four in the 80s as well, with Jordan Denton firing an 86, Delton Kellogg Invitational. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Nick Iszler an 87 and Hunter Hilton an 89. Maple Valley and Hastings were balanced, but just didn’t have anyone in the 70s like Pennfield and Delton Kellogg. Behind the top two for Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517)726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Now accepting | § Call anytime for Naple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 w 1-800-870-7085 MasterCard & Visa Hansbarger Heating 6 fiir Conditioning Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and fiir Conditioners Full Line of Indoor flir Quality Products FREE Estimates RUUD Licensed 8 Insured Uermontuille • Cole Hansbarger, Owner 517-490-1287 Maple Valley’s Rage Sheldon hits his drive on number 18 at the end of Friday’s Delton Kellogg Invitational at Mullenhurst. 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A pop out to second base, a fielder’s choice where Panther third baseman Zach Eib cut down the lead runner at the plate, and another pop out to second ended the Lion threat Delton Kellogg answered with three runs in the bottom of the fifth, getting singles by Jared Buckland and Cameron Tobias to start the inning. They both came home with one out as TJ Wooden hit a ground ball to shortstop. The Lions’ Anthony Mahler came home with the ball, and the throw got by catcher Tyler Hickey as Buckland slid safely into the plate. Eib then drilled a two-out RBI single to score Wooden from third base. The Panthers went on to win the opener 5-0, then took Delton Kellogg’s TJ Wooden slides safely into third on a wild pitch as Lion third baseman Sammy Benedict waits for the throw to come in from behind the plate during the bottom of the fifth inning of game one Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley head coach Bryan Carpenter (left)' comes over to celebrate Austin Gonser’s triple in the bottom of the second inning of game two at Delton Kellogg High School Tuesday afternoon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 73rd Annual VERMONTVILLE Maple Syrup Festival SUNDAY, APRIL 28% 2013 FRIDAY, YO, FA APRIL FPIRCIILA 226% L6O % P2 2013 E01N3IN- 6 6:00 G : P.M. Greetings. Invocation and Introductions Presentation of Queen and Court Talent Show - The official opening of the festival is the Talent Show to be held on the Stage downtown with Sarah Shoemaker (51,7) 213-3015 as chairperson. Talenl Show winners appear on the Saturday program. Also various entertainment until fireworks. Fireworks - Friday night at 9:15 p.m. If cancelled: Saturday night. Friday Night Special Starts 4 p.m. - Mid America Shows Pay One Price - $16.00 / 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 4: 00 - 8:00 p.m American Legion/Nashville Lions Serve Pancakes at the Legion Hall 5: 30 - 7:30 p.m Band Boosters Serve Pancakes at the Fire Bam 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Pancakes American Legion/Nashville Lions Starting at 11:00 a.m. Bar-B-Que Chicken - Lions Club 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Pancakes - Band Boosters 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Arts & Crafts Maplewood School 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Flea Market (Dr/H’nfr/H’n fry Museum) "Attend a Church of Your Choice”. -Program subject to change­ Church Services 10:00 a.m. Congregational Church • 110 S. 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Main 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 Ezy Street Band 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sunday Afternoon Special 6 Hours of Rides $16.00 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. Little Miss Maple Princess Talent 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Puff Dragon Pedal Tractor Pul) Chairpersons: Rex A Deb Cook 1:00 p.m. Introduce Queen & Court Arm Wrestling Chairman: Greg Hoefler Sponsored by MCAuto Repair A Towing Egg Toss, Other Games Chairman: Merle Martin Pancake Derby Chairman: Rob Trowbridge For Information call 1 (888) 482-8780 or (517) 726-0670 or www.vermontvillesyrupfestival.org The Producers take pride in bringing you Pure Maple Syrup & Maple Products. the night-cap 5-3 from the Lions in five innings. Maple Valley left ten run­ ners on base in game one and another nine in the fiveinning game two. “It’s a surprise for us. It’s nice to be on the other end for a change,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Bill Humphrey, who’s team is atop the Kalamazoo Valley Association with a 2-0 record in the league. “The timing on the hitting and the fielding, we made the plays when we had to. That’s baseball for ya,” he said. Meyers and Buckland combined to shut out the Lions in the opener. Meyers got the win, striking out five, walking five- and allowing just one hit in his four innings of work. Buckland held the Lions to one hit and one walk while striking out one in the final two innings. Tobias was 2-for-4 to lead the Delton offense, scoring twice and stealing a base. Eib was 2-for-2 with a walk and a stolen base. The Panthers had seven steals in the two games. “We did decide to just go for broke, and hope they did­ n’t throw us out,” Humphrey said. “It worked tonight. Another night maybe it does­ n’t work. “Runs for us historically have been hard for us to get. We can’t just sit back and expect the hit every time. We did take some chances, and tonight it worked out. Maple Valley always plays tough.” Hickey and Mahler had the only hits for the Lions, both singles. “We didn’t get a hit and we’d give them extra oppor­ tunities, extra outs,” said Lion head coach Bryan Carpenter. “We all had our chance.” Austin Gonser took the loss for the Lions in game one. He struck out four while walking three and giving up three hits. Beau Johnson struck out three and allowed four hits in three innings of relief. “Our pitchers did well, (Kyle) Brumm did well, Gonser did well, Beau did well, Tommy (Mudge). Our pitchers did what we could ask of them, we just didn’t hit when we needed to,” Carpenter said. Delton scored all five of its runs in the top of the fourth inning of game two, off Lion starter Brumm. Brumm though only allowed three hits and three walks while striking out three in his four innings on the mound. Jeff Minehart had an RBI and Zach Young drilled an RBI double in the rally for. the Panthers, who took a 5-2 lead with the surge. The Lions had five hits to the Panthers’ four in that sec­ ond game. Gonser had a triple and came home on an RBI single from Sammy Benedict to start the bottom of the second and give the Lions a 2-0 lead. Gonser also scored in the first, reaching on an error, stealing second and coming home on an RBI single off the bat ofJohnson. Mahler had an RBI single for the Lions with two out in the bottom of the fifth, scor­ ing Hickey from third. Hickey had a one-put single and moved to third on backto-back walks by Brumm and Mudge. The Lions man­ aged just the one run though and the game was called for darkness following -the inning. Buckland was the winner for the Panthers, getting the start and allowing two runs on three hits, two walks and a hit batter through three innings. Nick Aukerman notched the save, giving up a run on two hits, a walk and one hit batter in his two innings on the mound. Both teams had KVA dou­ ble headers scheduled for Friday, the Panthers hosting Constantine and the Lions hosting Parchment. Maple Valley is also scheduled to be at Potterville today (April 20). Next week, the Lions host Pennfield Tuesday and Kalamazoo Christian Friday. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-04-27.pdf 2065b2982d4d4de695d221ec3b3f776c PDF Text Text MAPLE new Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 17, April 27, 2013 A local paper oftoday! Local group continues to pursue original mission area to become a destination; to encourage new growth and business whenever pos­ sible; to encourage resident participation through sug­ gestions, ideas, and volun- by Shari Carney Staff Writer Affirming a commitment to its mission and demon­ strating its dynamic plans for the future, the Nashville Area Citizen Coalition met April 15 at the Kellogg Educational Center. With the cooperation of Nashville residents and their village government, NACC Chair Shirley Dexter laid out the group’s eight-point mis­ sion statement and intended accomplishments: To improve the overall look of the village; to preserve and restore, where possible, his­ torical buildings and sites; to This original sculpture by seek grants and resources to Kalnbach has been donated help achieve goals; to bring Citizens Coalition as top prize about positive changes to parks and riverfront areas; to awarded Saturday, June 15, enhance the image of the show. teerism; to engage area youth in the process, engendering pride in their community and in their accomplishments. Current board members are, Dexter, Marcia Scramlin, Duska Brumm, Jerry Schray, Rosie Murphy and LeeAnn Dunkelberger. The board is accepting appli- See MISSION, page 3 Maple Valley superintendent in contract negotiations with BISD local metal artist Doug to the Nashville Area in a raffle drawing to be during the annual car by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Maple Valley Schools Superintendent Ronna Steel, who has been with the district since July 1, 2010, has entered into contract negotiations with the Barry Intermediate School District for the superintendent post. While Steel expressed a willingness during Wednesday’s candidate interviews to serve as both the superintendent of Maple Valley and the BISD, before unanimously approving a motion to enter into contract negotiations with Steel, BISD board members said they would prefer a full­ time superintendent. Other candidates inter- Stevensville (formerly Delton Kellogg superin­ tendent) and David Hamish, an elementary principal and director of special educa­ tion, Title I, curriculum and preschool for New Lothrop Area Public Schools. Current BISD Superintendent JeffJennette tendered his resignation effective June 30, to accept a position with the Wexford County-Missaukee County ISD and the Manistee County ISD. The new BISD superintendent will assume the post July 1. Ronna Steel For more information viewed by the BISD Board about Steel and her pending were Cynthia Vujea, the contract with the BISD, read current superintendent of the Thursday, May 2, issue Lakeshore Public Schools in of The Hastings Banner. Sydney Khori wins ‘best actress’ at Excellence Awards Sydney Khouri of Maple Valley High School wins the best actress award at The Excellence Awards Sunday, April 21. Ben Erhart of Lakewood High School earned the lead­ ing actor award. The pair will now move on to the Ovation Awards at the Michigan State University’s Wharton Center in May. Winners of the Ovation Awards are then headed to the National High School Theater Awards in New York City in June. The 2013 Excellence Awards for High School Musical Theater brought together students and staff from eight local productions to highlight the talent in their respective programs. Charlotte, Delton Kellogg, Hastings, Lakewood, Maple Valley and PewamoWestphalia students took part in the two-hour Tony Award-styled evening. “The goal of the awards is to recognize the hard work of students and foster-an envi­ ronment of collaboration among schools,” said Amy Jo Kinyon, director of the Excellence Awards. “The event is all about having a fantastic evening of celebra­ tion while meeting other high school thespians and their directors.” For the first time, the fourth annual awards fea- Cast members from theater productions in Charlotte, Delton Kellogg, Hastings, Lakewood, Maple Valley and Pewamo-Westphalia gather on the stage during the Excellence Awards ceremonies Sunday. tured live solo performances by each of the leading actor and actress nominees. These performances were adjudicated during the awards, and the winners revealed to the audience and nominees dur­ ing live during the event. Winners of the local awards included: Best chorus/ensemble — “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” Lakewood. Best stage crew/technical execution — “Beauty and the Beast,” Lakewood. Best lighting — “Anything Goes,” Charlotte. Best costume design — “The Music Man,” Hastings. Best scenic design — “All Shook Up,” Delton Kellogg. Best orchestra — “Anything Goes,” Charlotte. Best musical direction — “Beauty and the Beast,” Lakewood. Step N’ Time award for choreography — “Footloose,” PewamoWestphalia. Best featured performer — Sarah Mauren as Vi Moore in “Footloose;” honorable mention, Sam McNeill as Maurice in “Beauty and the Beast,” Lakewood. Best supporting actress — Sarah Banister as Eulalie Mackecknie Shinn in “The Music Man,” Hastings; hon­ orable mention, Ginny Forsyth as Henrietta in “All Shook Up,” Delton Kellogg. Best supporting actor — Jacob Cook as Moonface in “Anything Goes,” Charlotte; honorable mention, Parker Brighton as Pharaoh in “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” Lakewood. Best leading actress — Sydney Khouri as Jo in “Little Women,” Maple Valley; honorable mention Kylie Booth as Belle in “Beauty and the Beast,” Lakewood. Best leading actor — Ben Erhart as Beast “Beauty and the Beast,” Lakewood; hon­ orable mention, Caleb Alman as Chad in “All Shook Up,” Delton Kellogg. Best overall production — “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” Lakewood. In This Issue • TATU teens make annual presentation to fourth graders • Former newspaper owner played important role in community • Lion golf gets its first league wins • Maple Valley’s boys knock off Panthers and Blackhawks �Page 2 - Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, April 27,2013 Maple Valley Leadership students donate to prevent child abuse Putnam firefighter shares the love Tom Powers, local fireman and Geek the Library celebrity, shares his favorite story with (from left) Darren Carpenter, McCoy Powers, Camden Carpenter, and Matthew Slaught. Powers shared a love for reading at Putnam District Library. Maple Valley students (from left) Halie Varney and McKenzie Cornell present a check for $300 to The Family Support Center of Barry County represented by Executive Director Karen Jousma. Pinterest pointers taught at Putnam A hands-on session focused on getting to know the popular website Pinterest will be at Putnam District Library in May. The session will review the layout and function ofthe website, how to manage account settings, how to pin things from the web onto a Plhterest beard,-and how the sit&functions as a social neb working platform. The goals of the session are to help users feel more comfortable with the site and how to use it to its potential. This session will not be aimed at businesses or organizations seeking to use Pinterest for marketing. However, people interested in using it in this way should let the library know. One hour sessions are scheduled for Friday, May 40 at 2 and 6 p.m. and Saturday, May 11 at 8:30 am. A limited number of library computers are avail- The Family Support Center of Barry County received $300 raised during able. People are welcome to Maple Valley High School's bring laptops or tablets but Homecoming “Penny Wars.” “It is very heartwarming the session is not intended for those using only smart­ to see in action, our future leaders at the high school phones. Pre-registration is required level recognizing the imporby visiting the library or call-tance prevention programs ing 517-852-9723. Those who register should already have a Pinterest account or stop by the library before the session to get help in creat­ ing a free account. The session is free to Putnam District Library cardholders. Residents of Assyria, Castleton, or Maple Vermontville Township Grove Townships may open Library announces the an account at no cost. Non­ appearance of Don Faber residents are asked, to pay author ofThe Boy Governor: $10 to attend. Stephens T. Mason and the Putnam District Library birth of Michigan Politics. started offering technology Faber will pay a special basics classes in March by visit to the libraty at 2 p.m. covering Facebook Basics. on Sunday, May 5, for an In April, the library offered afternoon of first-rate story­ Email Basics. Repeat and telling, book signing, and additional classes are question-and-answer time planned. The library requests with guests, according to a input from residents about release from ‘Library particular areas of interest Director Carla Rumsey. and seeks volunteers quali­ Faber’s visit is part of the fied to lead a session. Library of Michigan’s 2013 have in helping keep children safe,” said Karen Jousma, Family Support Center of Barry County Executive Director. “We offer a safe sleep CRIB Program, Baby Basics for prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, and several par­ enting skill learning opportu- nities, as well as, the training of Mandated Reporters.” Maple Valley Leadership representatives Halie Varney and McKenzie Cornwell pre­ sented Jousma the funds to be used for child abuse pre­ vention programs. Read All About It’ with author Don Faber “Michigan Notable Authors Tour.” This year, 15 authors whose engaging works were chosen as 2012 Michigan Notable Books selections will visit nearly 50 libraries throughout the state. The Vermontville Township Library is located at 120 E. First Street. For details about this author event, call 517-726-1362 or visit online vmtlib.michlibrary.org. “It’s a literary treat to have Mr. Faber in our community, sharing his captivating work with our friends and neigh­ bors in such an open, acces­ sible way,” said Rumsey. “Michigan is home to some of the best stories and story­ tellers found anywhere in the country. An author, of Faber’s caliber here, in our small, rural, library, will make it an afternoon to remember.” A native of Grand Rapids, Faber graduated from Calvin College in 1961 and then served on the staff of the Michigan Constitutional Convention of 1961-62. While in graduate school at I It’s 60ith IlCrWE show si since the University of Michigan, he was awarded a Ford Foundation Fellowship to the Michigan State Senate. He was a speechwriter for Gov. George Romney before embarking on a long journal­ ism career with The Ann Arbor News. First as chief editorial writer, then as edi­ torial page editor, and finally as author of the popular “Faber’s World” column, Faber won .several awards for columns and opinion pieces. Faber lives in retirement in Ann Arbor with his wife, Jeannette. A previous book, The Toledo War, was named a Notable New Book by the Michigan Library Association in 2009 and was also named first prize winner in history writing by the Michigan Historical Society. THE LITTLE 1996 Disney’s Children’s Musical Friday, May 3 & 10 at 7pm Saturday, May 4 & 11 at 3pm & 7pm Sunday, May 5 & 2 at 3pm Adults $10, Seniors (62 & up) & Students $8, Children 12 and under $5 Cash or Check Accepted. Reserved Seating Recommended by calling 517-749-1229 or emailing thereviewl@yahoo.com Doors open 30 minutes before curtain 301N. Main St, Nashville, MI 49073 (Theater is on ccomer ofMain and Washington. Use side entrance and go upstairs) Concessions, Free Parking and Air Conditioning i § See us on Facebook The he Revue (Nashville Theatre Theare Group) and The Revue (Children’s Theatre) �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 27,2013 — Page 3 TATU teens make annual presentation to fourth graders MISSION, continued from page 1 cations from interested per­ works of three local artists, sons to add two more mem­ Doug Kalnbach, Michelle bers. Dunkelberger and Shari Dexter said in a follow up Carney has begun. The interview with the Maple artists are donating the Valley News a logo is being works. developed by graphic Kalnbach has designed a designer, Lori McNeill. The metal sculpture depicting a logo will feature a hand in a large maple leaf. The lawn thumbs up gesture. art creation and will hold a Plans are also evolving for large potted plant. This a craft show to be Saturday, sculpture is currently on dis­ June 15, in conjunction with play at Independent Bank in the Valley Rally and annual Vermontville. Dunkelberger car show. Crafters will set up is fashioning a stained glass in a 10-by-10-foot space in original of a trillium and the Maple Valley Pharmacy Carney will supply an 11 parking lot and behind the inches-by-14 inches original stores in the village parking acrylic of an 1890’s scene of area. boaters on the Thomapple A raffle featuring the River. Raffle winners will be announced at the craft show. NACC meetings are the third Monday of the month and are held at the Kellogg Educational Center at 7 p.m. The next regular meeting is Monday, May 20. Guest speaker will be Tom De Vault, newly appointed director of Barry County YMCA. DeVault will speak on programs for Maple Valley residents and scholar­ ship funding opportunities for anyone in need of finan­ cial assistance to participate in the programs. Crafters may sign up for a space by calling Dexter, 517­ 852-0276. Area Agency on Aging Maple Valley students (from left) Garrett Miller, Tyler Hickey, Austin Gonser, Gunnar Tobias, McKenzi Cornwell, Maggie Semrau, Ttesla Meade and Ivy Braden are members of Teens Against Tobacco Use. The group from Maple Valley High School’s leadership class spoke to fourth grade students about the harmful effects of tobacco use. 4*1^ ■ 2 k**k«^ • a» 1 Hilf I Hittr Three specially trained Teens Against Tobacco Use teams completed another year of presentations for fourth graders at Fuller Street Elementary, Thursday, April 18. The teen leaders addressed the classrooms of teachers Matt Powers, Andrew Peabody and Kelly Gardner. The presentations are designed to be fun, interac- tive and educational, focus­ ing on making the healthy decision to be tobacco-free, said promoters in a press release. Fourth graders learned about the harmful chemicals in cigarette smoke, the health problems associated with tobacco use, the cost of smoking, and the impact of nicotine on blood vessels. TATU is a program of Barry County Substance Abuse Prevention Services and is funded in part by the Barry Community Foundation, tobacco settlement funds. The Maple Valley TATU teams are led by Norma Jean Acker through the leadership class. TATU has been active in the Maple Valley Schools since 2001. Lakewood choral society begins its 28th season lk XiWSiKu * kwnitiiM ti HnhMjti B Ifcsffiifltli nipjmuirfc m tap taj MB SSSIlk1^ c« BKiiH Ijg. us- aft’®-^t* The Lakewood Area Choral Society will present the inaugural concert of its 28th season at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 7910 E. St. Joe Highway, Lansing, on Sunday, April 28 at 3 p.m. The choral society includes residents from Hastings, Lake Odessa, Woodland, Nashville and surrounding communities. For 27 years,, the Lakewood Area Choral Society has provided local residents an opportunity to hear this semi-professional adult choir under the direc­ tion ofits founder, Dr. Robert C. Oster. Sunday’s concert will pro­ vide attendees an opportuni­ ty to hear the choral group perform a variety of sacred selections, including “Abide With Me,” “Lift High the Cross,” “Spirit of God Descend Upon My Heart,” “Sea and Shore,” “Deep River,” “Walk Together Children,” “It Is Well With My Soul,” “Fairest Lord Jesus,” “ Locus Iste, Old Irish Blessing,” and “He Never Failed Me Yet.” Solo performances will include Hannah Scofield and Cindy Olson singing “More Love to Thee, O Christ;” Dan Eggleston singing “Find Us Faithful;” and Lisa Bondarenko, Lisa Sterkenburg and Anna Williams singing “There Is a Fountain.” In lieu of tickets, a free­ will offering will be collect­ ed. The public is invited to attend. seeking grant applicants Organizations interested in grant funding for services to seniors are invited to sub­ mit letters of intent to the Region 3B Area Agency on Aging. The agency provides services and funding to pro­ mote health, independence and choice for seniors and caregiver in Barry and Calhoun counties. As part of its multi-year planning process October 2014 through September 2016, the agency is accepting letters of intent from organi­ zations interested in applying for three-year grants for services to seniors. Letters of intent are required from any agency that wishes to apply under the request for proposal that will be released at a bidders’ conference Wednesday, May 1, at Bumham Brook Community Center, 200 W. Michigan Ave., in Battle Creek. Services available for bid include adult day care, care­ giver support, chore services, congregate and home-deliv­ ered meals, health promo­ tion, kinship, legal services, respite care, senior center staffing and transportation. A total of $1.28 million is available for bid in Barry and Calhoun counties. Eligible applicants include for-profit organizations, nonprofit agencies and units of govern­ ment. Eligible applicants will have experience working with seniors and be fiscally and programmatically com­ petitive, according to the requirements of the RFP. Organizations interested in applying for funding may obtain a copy of the letter of intent by going to the agency’s website at Contact Chris at517-749-5218 § fro 5715 South M-66, Nashville Accepting Consignments M37Auction.com Saturday, May 4th from 8-1 (616) 871-2662 Monday, May 6th from 9-4 § sX 289-945-9554 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. 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Raymond “Ardean” Barlond Herssurvivedbyhisfoverssurvveysov- Histone Charlton Park I f< ®uPP°rt and promotion group The historic village and age 88, of Vermontville, mg wife of67 years, Barbara ?Sn8sfor during Ihe for thesee m museums which are museum will be paswd away on April 21, aonpde nstfaoffr keepers of locall history and Jean (Stewart); son, S ™S Kte J' 2013 at home. Raymond (Colleen) Barlond SpS Kte self-guided tours and swer artifacts. People of alll ages will be on hand to answer Ardean was born and their children Rachael, are invited to learn about fte /O questions. September 14, 1924 on the Hathan, Brookee (Brett) past. Maps and information “ Take a road trip and family y farm n near Bellevue, pand about each museum will be 11 a.m.to5 .m. Williams, Trent (Malinda) I* 25 of ‘ce s°n of Everettt and Zoa New this year are a living explore expore of and Brittany; B daughters, Welslt available, or visit www.com(Swift) Barlond. He served ?I,st°ry display featuring Michigan ’ s finest enny (Chris) Brumm and smallmoncomers.com. jii? m the United States Army museums located within wi the their children Lanee (Laurie), Lewis and Clark artifacts Historic Charlton Park Air Force dunng World War vicinity of thee Thomapple, Lance (Lori), Lacey (Chad) aongw Lance(Lor),Lacey(Ca) along with crensgames children’ vcnyo omappe, features a 300-acre recreH and received an honorable J Johnson and Lanette; Pamela on the village green S S Flat and Grand Rivers,” said ation area, historic village ?oSC^rge in 1945 On May $ (Daniel) Stine and their sons R SO. Sat«rday, Joanne Claire Johnston, park cura- and museum, along with pi pic13, 1945, Raymond m married H°r Located i in quaint Barnard, executive director & Darr^ and Brentt (Sarah)nic areas, hiking trails and Barbara Jean Stewartt and depots, churches, town halls and Patricia (Bill) Dennis of ithe Barry Conservati h a o hn boat launch. The parki is together they raised one son ?U.ndin8s or houses ’ ^strict and chair of the and their children Brian IO^Krd between Hastings 'll I and four daughters. Wells-M,Che”e (Ryan) 2?r !On/ark Fou"dation, each of the Tri-Rivera muse­ custodian for Maple Valiev and Nashville, north of MHe farmed his own land in Schools. ums is unique, and you will Fro 9 g f u i m n d s wens, 26 great grandchil-will lead the focal Frog Vermontville and worked at something different in R9’ ? 2u45 S‘ CharIt°n Park He was a member of the dren with two on the way- Watch USA program from 9 Q4S ^J!:aStm8S- CaU 269~ Citizens Elevator. He was a jfifl eight great-great grandchil-a.m. to noon. Attendees will each one.” VennontviUe Lionss Club ^J-3/75 J-3/75 or Visit bulldozer operator hfoisr He Founded in 2002, the Triloved hunting, all sports, dren; and several niecesand nieces and be trained to distinguish frog ni Charles Viele, oerat iver Historical Museum www.charltonpark.org for own business and retired asmboowstlionfg,allhihs isM faomdeill A, and nephews. additional details. 4' n A[d^an was Preceded in most of all, his family fl-' death by hiss parents; p daughaytater, Paula Rae Barlond; grandson, William Michaell Dennis; brothers, Glen and •M Kenneth Barlond;; and sis■nfe'j t arry County Extension Calendar ofEvents ters Alberta Parr, Thelma Stadel and Genevive tri April 27 Uta I Treadwell. Barry County April 28 Hearty Menu Funeral services were held Commission oon Agi Aging Sam; am; Painting anngw with Bob o April 30 Monday, April 29 Menu and Activities Thursday, April 25, 2013 bIkhs P-m. H.W.N: Reminiscence. Pork cutlet, , stuffing, Ro? so"‘in-Iaw Chris Friendship Sites Idi’W Tuesday, April 30 gratin potatoes, spinach, Brumm officiating, at Pray Congregate Menu Hastings: Line Dancing 9 30 May 1 applesauce. Funeral Home, Charlotte Monday, April 29 mWI line? *"* Feeder Pre-reSistrat -reSistration dead, a-m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.mTuesday, April 30 Interment will take place in Pork cutlet,, stuffing, tad Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Chili, hash brown cubes, Ijvestock Develno’’p-&po m&ent,o! cC'oomm itt Cresham Cemeteiy S"8P7:30pn "m™mittee S’" .potatoes> spinach, Wednesday, May 1. apple cnsp, orange, crackers. pp toMerria,,Lare suggested apple cnsp. tioUM Woodland: iSi ng-iAth- LSong. Wednesday, May 1 Tuesday, April 30 i h k- Map,e Va,ley n , re“reg'sfration Deadlinee Hastings: Music c w with SamamSalisbury steak, mashed Scholarship Fund un or aon Salisbury steak, mashed ilyrnai RR^abbh&T C r81StrEation Deadlin de May 3 l g Brussels russels pNails; •30 Cards 9 a.m.; Euchre R^t& Cavy Expo entriesuein Extension Lmnmunity Palliative Care iwtatoes & gravy, Brussels potatoes & gravy, io«taW‘ p •30 P-mDelton: bread puddin6g, . Arrangements Cbhya rloPtrtaev7 sprouts, bread puddin6g bsprouts, panana. ipisii' May 5 Funeral Home, aro e orange. Horse Show, 9:30a.m.,Expo falfoita Thursday, May 2 . Thursday, May 2 Online condolencess rm^ay be Wednesday, May 1 May 6 Alaskan stuffed salmon, Hastings: Line Dancing 9 30 ^General General Uader Meeting, 7p.m. Expo Baked kd p potato bar, chili, sent to the family at Mln a m.; Music with Celia 10-30 tossed salad, banana,, crack- wild nee, peas and carrots www.prayfuneral..com. May 7 tatfts a-m ; Beading Class at 5 p.m. cauliflower,, prunes. Fair BQhooaordd"MS eSePti°nrts 7P-r3a0ctnic me, 6 cp m ■’ BRCrCrCr May 9 Helton.. Puzzles/Trivia Fair Board Meeting 7-30 Friday, May 3 Thursday, May 2 May 13 Horse Developmental P ™’’ Exp° Center Roast turkey, mashed poapota­ Nashville: TV Time Alaskan stuffed salmon, P-m-. Expo cX ’ mmmee ’ Friday, May 3 3-­ Hastings: toes & gravy, broccoli, apple wild nee, peas and carrots HASTINGS 4 May 14 fra'0W ? am’: Bingo Bino ccoleslaw, tropical fruit Ca?ehl'OO,i”8 SpOr,s p™tice, 6 p m cnsp, granola bar. am., Writing Class 9 am Activities Calendar PLuabt lSichoLwibirnagi Workshnn a Pnday,May3 PublicLibraiy P’ 6 P„‘m’’ H..astings Sing-A-Long, Monday, April 29 . Woodland: y Roast turkey, mashedpota poa _ _ May 18 JJJ®ritage Turkey Show, iHngas'm ” 5332255 Sc ‘ 1EATERSp9TI.co Hastings: Card Making 9 Visiting. it breadbroccoli, jJello Charlton Park Rd., Hastings with fruit, bread. am.; BYOG; Music with $5.00 SWJSSff. CALENDAR OFEVENT Lommission on Aging Menu ond Schedule of Events |^p^-^^^^^»cludesDigifa| 30 niusAHB nuts subjectt r weCooid» acks-Judy-, KefflE KefflEM I v«WA.yFrfew^,Fz> May 12 Come celebrate Mother’s Day i^ith us, your mom outfor breakfast, lunch or dinner. WE SPUING MOVIES ® <2 (PG-13) S^^20-7"0'9:40 ©©OBLIVION (PG-13) KjgLW19'^'.^30’ 7:1°. 9-50 tHE CROODS (pg) ' Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, April 29 ehX" chaee'seb“f S'01 buene. s’ Mmanjj®e danne ’ Pickled oranges, Dianne Feldpausch Miller CRS, GRI, Sales Mgr. 838-1332 REAL estate MON-FRI 9:00-5:30 S Tuesday, April 30 Turkey pasta salad, three bean salad, tropical fruit, granola bar. Wednesday, May 1 Hard boiled egags, lpeesauacned cheese salad, appesauce peanut butter crackers. Thursday, May 2 sahdS’TShiCken Sa,aidt’ pdastba cSert ° W,‘1’ ,rait db AtToonoZ H fe K9 WEST STATE ST. HASTINGS WWJT wwwmillerrealestate ‘is IS Friday, May 3 aS c?r CheeSe- Newer caipet * 3 season room and a ?? aa** Home Delivered Operated FMumlHomg '”del,mdenlty and 35 Vj, St •«« 3+ bedrooms lotS of storage * c«S c«S edgarage * This is $59,900 w w Si* N ^al (517) 852-9712 EM-79 Hwy. NasMfe .a^4S*4 Owner/Manager 1351 n. m.« L.c® fanting plus L. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 27,2013 — Page 5 From the Pulpit Pray for nation to be blessed “Ifmypeople, who are called by my name, will humble themselves andpray and seek myface and turnfrom their wicked ways, then will I hearfrom heaven and willforgive their sin and will heal their land. ” // Chronicles 7:14 In the Gospel of Luke, the disciples asked Jesus to teach them how to pray. Jesus then gave them and us a model and a guide of what should be in our prayer time. In the Old Testament book of Chronicles, we read about a time when David’s temple had just been dedicated. God speaks specifically to Solomon about the nation of Israel and their behavior. But can we as Americans make some applica­ tions from this oft misquoted scripture? The answer is ‘yes.’ Let’s break this verse down as we approach the aspect of prayer. “If my people...” (Those who have personally received Jesus Christ as their Savior) “who are called by my name...” (Acts 11:26, Christ like — Christians) “will humble themselves...” (Humility does not mean weakness, but does mean meekness/lowliness ofmind - For me per­ sonally this means that 1 can’tfix this, but God can!) “and pray...” (To come to God with your request) “and seek my face...” (You and God alone, with nothing between Him and you) “and turn from their...” (The word repent comes to mind, which means that an action must be taken - Here it may mean to turn backfrom or turn away) “wicked ways” (which is anything contrary to God’s word). When the terrorists attacked and destroyed the Twin Towers, many Americans were distressed and distraught, and we sang “God Bless America”. But few really turned back to God and few turned from their wicked ways. After a few weeks, life returned to “life as usual.” Sins were not confessed. We just stepped up security measures. We can not expect God to forgive and heal America (I John 1:9) until we do our part! I believe our nation needs to healed. Before a national healing can happen, a personby-person action must take place! If you really want to sing “God Bless America,” then do what God says, and then He can bless America! As we approach our National Day of Prayer on May 3, maybe we should go about things the way God says we should! Call for Classifieds Phone 269-945-9554 24 Hours a Day - 7 Days a Week for Maple Valley ACTION Msl LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE 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 1-269-731-5194. 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. 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. E.vening Worship 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service ......... 6:45 p.m. . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. 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 Doug and Louisa Westendorp celebrated 30 years of marriage on April 22, 2013. their children are Carlyle and Lindsey, troy, Eric, Brittany and Joe, Tina, and Levi. t/ff/e Mermaid' is an eighth grader •J v cDicwias cPvace Abigail Mater, as Ariel in “Little Mermaid Jr.,” is an eighth grader at Maple Valley Jr. High School. This is Abby’s last children's performance at the Revue. Tickets are on sale for the May 3 to 5 and May 10 to 12 shows. Friday performances will be at 7 p.m., Saturdays at 3 and 7 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Call 517-749-1229 or email therevue1@yahoo.com for tick­ ets and more information. The Place to Gofor Professional Styling $ MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday — Friday S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 » » e » »» »tt- - wl 06810686 I Hansbaraer I Heating 8 flir Conditioning Pastor Marc S. Livingston Chester Gospel Church ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES Westendorps to celebrate 30th wedding anniversary FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m...............Fdmily Supper 6:00-7:15.......................... Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00.................... Sunday School 10: 00............................ Church Service 11: 00 Fellowship Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and flir Conditioners Full Line of Indoor flir Quality Products FREE Estimates RUUD Licensed 8 Insured FREE Lotion Packet with Tanning Package Uermontuille • Cole Hansbarger, Owner Don’t Forget Your Prom Appointmen tI |517-490-1287^ GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School................. ,9:45 a.m. A.M. Service................................... 11 P.M. Senrice.................................... 6 Wed. Service ........... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship.............................. 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 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 Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West W.orship . 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 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Spring Color Special GO BOLD WITH COLOR! 7 Foils for *20 with Becky & Cheryl ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................. 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 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 * PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 226 TTiziev <$6TlaJivMe,, Tfli, 41073 517-852-1757 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .. .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship.................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517) 852-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, April 27,2013 Graduation Invitations to fit every style 50 Thank You Postcards fiet all this for only $74.95 Ask us about other options & quantities! Check out all our Special Services: • • • • • • • Business Cards Greeting Cards Big Prints & Posters Photo Books Folding & Laminating Custom Bubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269.945.9105 OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:30 - 5:30 WS4 United Way announces funding to local agencies Twenty-seven programs will be funded through alloca­ tions with an additional 56 agencies receiving designa­ tions, announced Cort Collison, Barry County United Way allocations chair­ person. More than 2,500 donors supported the Barry County United Way ‘Give Today, Change Tomorrow’ 2012-13 campaign and the Florence Tyden Groos Endowment Fund. The allocations committee presented its recommenda­ tions for funding agencies for the 2013-14 fiscal year, and the Barry County United Way Board of Directors approved agency recommendations as presented, said Collison. Any 501(c)3 agency was able to submit an application by the December deadline. The funding amounts granted were based on these requests. Funding is divided into four community impact areas: helping youths reach their full potential; supporting families to ‘ achieve well-being and success; assisting senior adults find and maintain inde­ pendence; and addressing urgent and emerging needs. MSU Extension 4-H will utilize $50,000 in funding to maintain the full-time 4-H program staff in support of the 4-H programs. Barry County Substance Abuse will use its $15,0000 allocation to deliver school­ based substance-abuse-pre­ vention programs to students in all five schools in the coun­ ty and will develop, enhance and implement a community youth-based prevention activ­ ities and prevention education for parents of youth. Big Brothers Big Sisters will con­ tinue to match adult mentors with youth as well as expand the school based model. “The allocation of $3,000 awarded to Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan helps to remove barriers and make” the possi­ ble a reality for many girls in your community,” said Christine Anderson, fund development leader for Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan. “We truly appreciate the con­ tinued support and belief in Girl Scouts.” Leadership Youth Quest will utilize its $4,000 in fund­ ing toward a three-day leader­ ship weekend focusing on strengths of students and how diverse groups of individuals can work together to achieve a common goal. The Barry County Sheriff Department’s School Liaison program was granted $3,500 in funding to continue provid­ ing an officer in four schools in the county with the goal of reducing truancy and bullying and implementing conflict management. Thomapple Area Parks and Recreation will utilize its $7,577 in United Way fund­ ing to reduce overall registra­ tion fees for recreation oppor­ tunities to be able to waive part of registration fees based on economic hardship. Michigan Crossroads Council - Boy Scouts will utilize its $4,000 in funding to provide opportunities for youths age 7 to 20 to partici­ pate in scouting adventures. With its $75,000 alloca­ tion, the YMCA will continue to expand its after-school care program with United Way funding by assisting families struggling with registration fees, as well as expanding youth sports programs outside of the Hastings area. The application states that funds provided through the United Way allow the YMCA to offer programs and services at a reduced rate, making these affordable to the general com­ munity. Barry County United Way direct programming- for youths includes the backpack program and Toys for Barry County Kids. The Supporting families to achieve well being and suc­ cess division had seven pro­ grams apply for and receive funding. Court Appointed Special Advocates will usb $5,000 in funding to train additional volunteers who are sworn officers of the court, appoint­ ed by a judge to represent and advocate for the needs of chil­ dren in foster care and help the children achieve perma­ nency. The Family Support Center will use a portion of its $16,000 allocation for the CRIB program. This program began in 2007 after learning the use of unsafe sleeping conditions was causing infant deaths in the community. The center also will use funding for its education series, the Pierre the Pelican newsletter and “Your Baby’s First Year” book for all new parents. MSU Extension - Building Strong Families will use $15,000 to continue its pro­ gram for targeted at-risk fam­ ilies of 8-year-old children. This program’s goal is to pro­ mote children’s academic success by focusing on emerging literacy and school readiness. Habitat for Humanity will use $21,500 to assist with building two Habitat homes this year. Partner families will be chosen through a selection process that often sees four times more applicants than the organization can serve. The Kinship Care program at the Commission on Aging received $17,250 in funding for the coordinator position which offers support to fami­ lies raising relative children. Program assistance includes navigation through govern­ mental paperwork, referrals for legal and child care resources, working with schools and serving as advo­ cates to caregivers. The Commission on Aging received $15,000 in funding in the area of helping seniors find support and maintain independence. The InHome Service- program provides care to older adults who are unable to perform the person­ al tasks required to maintain them in their homes, targeting seniors with chronic and ter­ minal illness who need assis­ tance. The Meals on Wheels program will continue to pro­ vide nutritionally balanced meals delivered weekdays to homebound seniors age 60 and up. Urgent need programs that received funding included the Food Bank of South Central Michigan, which will use $12,000 to supply 17 Barry County nonprofit programs with food and other items through its nationwide food network, allowing local agen­ cies to get food at a reduced rate of 18 cents per pound, and fresh food for free. Green Gables Haven will use $65,000 to continue to provide the only domestic violence shelter in Barry County. Manna’s Market, which provides emergency assis­ tance in the area of food, clothing, baby pantry items and toiletries once per month to families in need, received $34,967. “We are thrilled again this year for your allocation to the market,” said Jayne Flanigan, founder of the program. “Your continued loyalty has created a viable agency to help those in need.” Eaton Clothing and Furniture will use $1,000 to continue to provide lowincome qualified Barry County residents with the ability to shop once per month for clothing, furniture and housewares. They also provide shoes prior to school starting in the fall and boots as winter approaches. Barry County United Way programs include $7,091 for the Barry County Fresh Food Initiative, Homeless Prevention and Emergency Funding, as well as $10,000 in funding for the 211 pro­ gram for Barry County resi­ dents. The allocations committee, made up of volunteers who represent all areas of Barry County, is charged with fund­ ing agencies that meet the community impact agenda, the mission statement of United Way and strict finan­ cial requirements. “We really appreciate these volunteers. This is the hardest committee to serve on,” said Barry County United Way Executive Director Lani Forbes. “The agencies all pro­ vide a great service to our community. Deciding what level to fund them at is very difficult.” Funding requests ranged from $1,000 to $100,000. According to Forbes, donors designated that a total of $8,202 be disbursed to 31 outof-county not-for-profit health and human service agencies. She also said that 25 in-county agencies that did not request funds were desig­ nated funds by donors total­ ing $12,789. For further information on the programs and agencies funded by Barry County United Way, call Forbes, 269­ 945-4010. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 27, 2013 — Page 7 Buddy Valastro FAMILY FEATURES SweetTips for ' , SweetTreats ou might have a favorite cookie or brownie recipe — but did you know you could make it even better by adding a simple, familiar ingredient? With a few expert tips from Buddy Valastro, author and star ofTLC’s “Cake Boss,” you can take your sweet treats from good to great in no time. ■ Start with Quality Ingredients — When you start with better ingredients, you end up with a better cookie or ■ brownie. Use real butter,* high-quality vanilla and great tasting chocolate. Here, Buddy shares some ofhis favorite recipes that use M&M’S candies to add an extra special touch to family favorites — making them even better. ■ Chill the Dough — Leaving cookie dough in the refrigerator gives it more body and results in a fuller and better tasting cookie. Plan ahead so you can refrigerate your dough at least one hour — or, even better, overnight. ■ Keep It Uniform — Use a small ice cream scoop to keep your cookies the same size. This not only helps them look professional, but bake up evenly and consistently. ■ Pans Matter — Bake cookies on light-colored, non-insulated cookie sheets without sides. Metal pans will cook brownies faster than glass pans, which means cooking times will vary. Start checking your brownies early to test ifthey’re ready and prevent over baking. You can find more sweet baking tips and recipes at www. facebook, com/mms. Milk Chocolate Minis Cookies Prep time: 10 to 15 minutes Chill time: 1 hour to overnight Bake time: 7 to 12 minutes Yield: 24 to 30 cookies 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened 3/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar 1 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/3 cup cocoa powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 3/4 cups M&M’S Milk Chocolate Minis Candies. 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional) Preheat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, cream butter and both sugars until well blended. Add eggs and vanilla extract, and mix to combine. In separate bowl, sift flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt. Slowly add dry ingredients to butter mixture, and stir until combined. Fold in candies and walnuts, if desired. Chill dough 1 hour, or overnight. Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto lightly greased tray, about 2 inches apart. Bake for 7 to 9 minutes for chewy cookies, or 10 to 12 minutes for crispy cookies. Ultimate Peanut Butter Brownies Prep time: 10 to 15 minutes Bake time: 30 to 40 minutes Yield: 32 brownies 4 ounces semisweet chocolate 1 cup canola or vegetable oil 2 cups sugar 4 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups M&M’S Peanut Butter Candies, divided Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a rectangular 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan In 3-quart saucepan, gently combine the semisweet chocolate and oil over very low heat until melted. Remove frorti heat and allow to cool. In separate bowl, combine sugar, eggs and vanilla extract until blended? Add in chocolate mixture. Slowly sift in remaining dry ingredients and mix until combined. Fold in 1 1/2 cups candies. Spread batter into pan. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup candies and press lightly. Bake until brownies begin to pull away from sides ofpan, about 30 to 40 minutes. Amazing M&M’S Cookies Prep time: 10 to 15 minutes Chill time: 1 hour to overnight Bake time: 8 to 14 minutes Yield: 24 to 30 cookies 1 cup (2 sticks) butter 2/3 cup brown sugar 2/3 cup granulated sugar 1 egg 11/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups flour 1 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 3/4 cups M&M’S Milk Chocolate Candies Preheat oven to 350°F. 1 " In large bowl, cream butter and both sugars until well blended. Add egg and vanilla extract, and mix to combine. In separate bowl, sift flour, baking soda and salt together. Slowly add dry ingredients into butter mixture and stir until combined. Fold in candies and chill dough for 1 hour or overnight. Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto lightly greased tray, about 2 inches apart. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes for chewy cookies, or 12 to 14 minutes for crispy cookies. Simply Sweet Cannoli Prep time: 20 minutes Yield: 24 1 cup Snickers Bars, finely chopped 1 1/2 cups part skim milk ricotta 1/3 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest 1 resealable plastic bag 24 mini cannoli shells, unfilled 1/2 cup M&M’S Chocolate Candies Combine chopped candy bars with ricotta, sugar and orange zest. Spoon mixture into resealable bag and snip offa 1 /2-inch comer. Fill . cannoli shells by squeezing in filling from each end. Decorate both ends with chocolate candies. �Page 8 - Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 27,2013 Former newspaper owner played important role in community The Nashville News office was originally a primary school building constructed in 1876 near the site of present-day Kellogg School. After the new Union School was completed in 1885, Orno Strong, founder of The News, bought the little schoolhouse and had it moved in November by team and rollers and placed on a three-foot foun­ dation on Maple Street. The exterior was coated with stucco and paper in 1888. (Note the old bicycle, boardwalk and hitching post just left of man at left, who appears to be Frank Weber). This rare shot of The Nashville News staff turning out a weekly edition was taken probably in the 1890s, since it predates electricity, which came to Nashville in 1902 (note hanging lanterns). Editor-publisher Len Feighner, who commenced work at The News as a young lad, is seen at right center in vest. At left center in apron is one of the Weber boys (probably Al) who worked at The News in the 1890s. Strong, a colorful writer In Nashville, the name whose outspoken editorials Feighner is synonymous helped foster many village with The News. The paper, improvements — including established in 1873 by Omo the first jail, the first fire Strong of Lawton, is the con­ department and the Union tinuously published forerun­ School. By 1880, Strong had ner of the present-day Maple built the circulation of his Valley News, now owned by paper to 1,248, but nine J-Ad Graphics Inc. of years later — a year after Hastings. This year the paper employee Len Feighner will mark its 110th anniver- bought the paper in 1888 — sary: the circulation of The News PStrong started the paper in topped 2,000. the fall of 1873 — the first Feighner, like his former issue was on Oct. 3 — and boss, became a crusader in reported 63 subscribers. his own right during his 40­ Today the Maple Valley year tenure as editor-publish­ News is delivered weekly to er of The Nashville News. some 3,300 homes. A good “The list of major part of that growth can be improvements and accomattributed to Feighner. plishments for which he was The paper grew steadily responsible in Nashville under the influence of would be a long one,” noted The News at the time of Feighner’s death in August 06810483 1948. “In his earlier days as editor of The News, he cru­ saded for and secured a mod­ Castleton Township is looking for a person(s) interested em municipal water system, in serving on the Board of Review. You must be a regis­ paving for Main Street, elec­ tered voter and a property taxpayer in Castleton tric lights, improved fire pro­ Township. Knowledge of property values would be help­ tection, parks and many ful. The position is by appointment, the term is for two other betterments for the (2) years, and it is a paid position. The Board of Review town he loved. Six years ago, meets in July, December, and March. Please send a let­ it was Len Feighner’s sug­ gestion, presented in a letter ter of intent along with some background information to The News, which started to: the community maple syrup Castleton Township Clerk project. For 65 years, he has 915 Reed St., PO Box 679 been Nashville’s most civicNashville, MI 49073 minded resident and The deadline is May 15, 2013 undoubtedly No. 1 citizen, so Castleton Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer. far as concerns loyalty, sup­ port and true love for his home town.” Nashville must have seemed like native ground to Feighner. Though he .was bom June 5, 1862, in OPEN POSITION ON THE Canton, Ohio, he came to Nashville with his parents PUTNAM LIBRARY BOARD when he was less than 6 The Village of Nashville has one open posi­ months old. When he was 5 tion on the Putnam Library Board. Any Village years old, his father, William Feighner, died of typhoid of Nashville resident who has a library card for fever, and Len went to live Putnam Library and who would be interested with his uncle, Leo’nard E. in serving on the Putnam Library Board Stauffer, in Grand Rapids. Later the Stauffers moved to should send a letter of intent to the Nashville Hastings and when young Village office at 203 N. Main St, PO Box 587, Len was about 14, he landed Nashville, MI 49073 his first newspaperjob on the old Hastings Journal. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk omioko A few years later, Len This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News, April 26, 1983. She wrote: A gift ofearly photos last week to Putnam Public Library from Leonard and Marian Kane included excellent shots of the office of The Nashville News, owned and operated 40 years by Lec/nard's, maternal grand-,, , father, Le,p ^,rfje,ighner. The, pictures prompted the fol­ lowing article on the role the manfondly known as “Fike" played in the Nashville com­ munity. The complete story of The Nashville News and its founder, Orno Strong, was told in a Memories of the Past published Sept. 29, 1981.) NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Len Feighner (with beard) is seen in this circa 1902 photo with his printers and printer’s devils (from left) Art Smith, Claude Hough, Al Weber, Irving Boston and Frank Weber. The Weber brothers both stuck to newspaper work. Each later owned a successful Michigan weekly — Al, the Observer of Cheboygen and Frank, The Montmorency County Tribune in Atlanta. Claude Hough later moved to Mulvane, Kan. Irving Boston died a hero’s death in December 1894 in a vain attempt to rescue a fellow ice-skater on the Thornapple River. Art Smith’s later whereabouts are unknown. Feighner owned The News until .1928 and also served as state legislator, local post­ master and head of the Michigan Press Association. came back to Nashville and — who then left on an teer fire department and worked for Omo Strong on extended trip to Texas and postmaster. They remember, The Nashville News. The Mexico. (Strong later moved too, that he served as a mem­ next spring, he went back to to Tacoma, Wash., and in ber of the state legislature Hastings to take a job on the time became publisher of from this district and know Banner, then published by two prosperous trade jour­ that for more than 20 years George Dewey, grandfather nals.) he operated a newspaper bro­ of Thomas E. Dewey who in While the Feighner name kerage business with 1943-54 was governor of is closely associated with the Nashville as his headquar­ New York. newspaper business, he was ters.” Feighner continued to a man who wore many hats (One role the report did work in various shops all during his lifetime. not note was Feighner’s stint over the country, for a time “Len Feighner’s fellow as manager ofthe local opera holding a job as one of the citizens will remember him house, a position he accepted most expert typesetters in a as editor and publisher of in 1901 and which signaled big Chicago commercial The Nashville News for 40 an upgrading of the profes­ printing establishment. Then years,” noted the paper at the sional acts booked to appear in 1883, when he was 21, he time of his death,” (but also) there.) came back to work for Omo as a longtime president ofthe Continued next page Strong on The Nashville village, chief of the voluriNews. For the next five years, he worked on' the News staff, then in the fall of 1888, he bought the paper from Strong — but not before Len made one more try to strike The Vermontville Township Woodlawn Cemetery out on his own in a new loca­ tion. Committee meets on the Thursday before the last “L.W. Feighner, an Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Village employee at the office of The Office. News for half a dozen years, April 18, 2013 October 24, 2013 has resigned his position to go north and embark in busi­ May 23, 2013 November 21, 2013 ness on his own hook,” June 20, 2013 December 19, 2013 reported The News Aug. 11, July 18, 2013 1888. What transpired in that January 23, 2014 venture is not known, but August 22, 2013 February 20, 2014 Feighner soon bought The September 19, 2013 March 20, 2014 Nashville News from Strong 06810794 VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP WOODLAWN CEMETERY COMMITTEE �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, April 27, 2013 — Page 9 Vermontville history Business brisk in early Vermontville This paper was compiled and read by the late Ray Anderson at a joint meeting of the Vermontville and Eaton County Historical Societies held in the Griswold Room of the Congregational Church in Vermontville on Sept. 8, 1966. Part 2 Another development was northeast of the Methodist Church. It contained two blacksmith shops, run by Amos Kidder and E. L. Jones, later both by William Sherrard. Two wagon mak­ ers, Mr. Hyde and Mr. Don Hawkins, followed by Mr. Tom Gilson. Herman Zemke operated a feed mill, later by Fred Benedict, then Frank Beck. Elmer Hammond ran a livery stable. There was also a livery stable and skating rink on East First Street. Mr. Dorman’s blacksmith shop was on East Second Street, and a livery bam on Second Street run at various times by Mr. Kelly, Roy Lamb, Mr. Dean and Mel Bilderbeck. The livery stables also oper­ ated hacks to and from the railroad station carrying pas­ sengers to and from the hotels. Mr. E. L. Jones built an addition to his blacksmith shop and started the first auto repair garage, which is the buiding now owned by the village for storing its street equipment. Mr. Jones was followed by Karl Weiler, George Knowles, Allie Carr, Kenneth Miles and Lynn Grant. Northeast of the town square a couple of blocks was a brick yard, apple dryer and a crate mill. Mr. Joe Beck operated a cheese fac­ tory in the hollow just east of Mr. Rawson’s house on East Main Street. After the arrival of the railroad in 1868, business development started around the depot. The first elevator stood where the present one stands which replaced the original after it was destroyed by fire. The same fire also destroyed Stebbins The creamery was located feed and flour mill which just east and across the street was just to the west. from the elevator. Mr. The now vacant lot north Brown, Mr. Best and of the elevator was the loca­ Willaim Moore were three of tion ofmany businesses. One the butter makers. Its princi­ was a furniture factory, ple product, of course, was whose boiler blew up killing butter, which was shipped one employee, the building out by refrigerator car once being destroyed in the ensu­ each week. ing fire. The factory was The railroad station was connected to a warehouse by one of the busiest places in an overhead tramway, which town. For a few years it was was located on the railroad open 24 hours a day, other just southwest ofthe factory. than that it was operated by This warehouse was used either one or two men, the after the fire, as a hay bam agent and the clerk. where hay buyers collected Incidentally, my father, the baled hay and loaded it Charles A. Anderson, came out in box cars for shipment. to Vermontville as the agent. John Rhodes was one of He, in turn, was followed by the old time buyers, as was Glenn D. Eddy and several Frank Lype and Cal others in later years. There Gehman. It was also used as were 10 passenger trains an apple packing station each day, two local freights, where apples were bought two merchandise freights, and packed in barrels for two stock extras per week shipment. The lot also con­ which carried nothing but tained a cooper shop, just livestock destined to Detroit across from the lumber yard, and Buffalo, and an occa­ where barrels were made for sional extra to take care of apple packing. the surplus traffic. There was also Mr. The lumber yard, which Browning’s feed mill which was operated by Frank P. burned. Mr. Fuller’s saw mill Town, later by Bowman & occupied the old furniture Waring, then Elo Bowman, factory site, until it was followed by Wilson’s, is still moved across South Main where it always was Street just east from the ele­ although no longer used as vator. Mr. Bodine also had such, being now used for his wood lot there. Mr. Barna farm implement storage. Just Kelly had his home and dray north of the lumber yard was bam on the same property Mr. Lackey’s carpenter shop. from which he operated a There were other types of dray line, hauling the freight businesses operated from and U. S. mail to and from various parts of the town, the depot and business dis­ such as Mr. Frank J. Baily trict. He was succeeded by and Mr. Frank Remalie who were sheet metal workers Charles Park. Just west of the depot was and tin smiths. They applied the stock yards out of which metal ceilings, steel roofs, livestock buyers operated. evestroughing and other William Hickey and Powers metal work and repair. A fine Bros, among others, buying example of Mr. Baily’s work enough stock each week to is the ceiling in the Congregational Church. usually fill three or four cars. The ground just south of Then there were teamsters the depot was used for stor­ who hauled gravel for the age of logs, lumber and sugar roads in the summer, ice for beets which were shipped the ice houses and logs for out by the car load each fall the saw mills and for ship­ and winter. There were three ment in the winter. Also, coal yards, operated by the well men, pump men, wind­ elevator, the lumber yards mill men, amongst whom were E. J. Tyler, Mr. Ike and Mr. Charles Dorman. MEMORIES, continued from previous pag “What his neighbor may not realize is the vast number of newspaper people throughout the United States who knew and loved him,” continued The News account. Feighner was well-known in news circles due to his presidency of the Michigan Press Association and his service as first field manager of the organization. In addition to his three terms as village president some dozen years heading the Nashville Fire Department, and nearly 10 years as postmaster, Feighner also served both as trustee and president of the local board of education and for many years was active in county and state Republican committees. “Through his press and political activities, he became prominent through­ out the state, but he was always primarily interested in Nashville,” observed The News. Feighner and his wife, the former Stelle Wilson, daugh­ ter of a Nashville grocer, were married in 1885 and celebrated their 60th wed­ ding anniversary in 1945. She died in July 1949, less than a year after her husband passed away. The Nashville News had been sold in 1928 by Feighner to A. B. McClure. Subsequent owners were Willard and Mary Gloster (1931); Donald and Zelna Hinderliter (1941); and John and Amy Boughton (1956), who later acquired the Vermontville Echo and incorporated the two papers into the Maple Valley News, which was sold in 1975 to JAd Graphics Inc. Editor Hinderliter, who wrote Feighner’s obituary in 1948. also wrote his own personal tribute to the man in his “Backstreet Barometer” column: “ ... he has been a severe critic and at the same time a staunch and faithful supporter. His approval somehow has meant more than of all the rest ofthe peo­ ple in town, and when we managed to earn it, we knew it was sincere. We used to argue with Fike on many subjects, but had a genuine respect for his opinions... He was generous almost to a fault ... Len Feighner wasn’t a saint by any means. But he was the kind of man whom the saints might smile upon and wave through the gate.” Nortan and John GauL Mr. Wugene Olin and Mr. Boardman operated an ice delivery in the summer. Mr. Milt Nortan operated a photograph gallery and racket store. Henry and Moses Cross, the Lackeys, Leon Clabber, William Slout, Fred Boyd, Ben Kline, Wlater Boyles were carpenters. Mr. Morey and Silas Shepard were stone masons, Dan Snoke and Fred Hopper painters and paper hangers. There were fur buyers, and Mr. Herb Cross had a cider mill on the South West cor­ ner just south of the river bridge. Among others who did not own their own businesses, but spent their lives on Main Street and were certainly an important part of the town and highly respected and as much a part of the institu­ tions in which they worked were Frank Ambrose with Barber Dry Goods Store, M. L. Stiles and Pitt Pugh with Barber Hardware. We cannot finish this paper, nor must we forget to mention Jennie Martin, who was the daughter of Henry J. Martin and granddaughter of Wells R. Martin one of the original colonists. In addi­ tion to running a successful insurance agency and being the Congregational Church organist, more than that she was a music teacher. An untold number ofyoung people of this community received their music education from her, several going on to very successful music careers. She was held in great esteem and affection by all who knew her and she surely was an intregal part of this town her entire lifetime. All of these enterprises and people served the community well, and probably some others that I have failed to mention, added to its economy and were needed during the time they were in operation but, as automo­ biles and good roads entered the picture, people were no longer confined to small communities in finding work and doing their shopping so, one by one, a great number of these businesses have ceased to exist and were no longer needed, much to our regret. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 0n6m7r9c9n9n5rA9 EQUAL HOUSMQ opportunity 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 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: Scott Stanard, A Married Man and April Y. Stanard, His Wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Top Flite Financial, Inc., its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on July 18,2005, by Ruth A. Dahlman, a single woman, as Mortgagor, given by her to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on July 21, 2005,' in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1149805, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Fifty Thousand Seventy-Five and 84/100 Dollars ($50,075.84); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the after­ noon, at the Barry County in Hastings, Courthouse Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and "premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE CITY OF HAST­ INGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: The East 52 feet of Lot 802 of the City of Hastings, according to the March 25, 2009 and recorded April 3, 2009 in Instrument # 20090403-0003739 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mort­ gage was assigned to: Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAG Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide' Heme Loans Servicing LP, by assignment dated October 24, 2011 and recorded November 7, 2011 in Instrument # 201111070010442 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty Thousand Six Hundred Thirty-Five Dollars and Twenty-Seven Cents ($160,635.27) including interest 5.5% 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 mort­ gage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on May 16, 2013 Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan,, and are described as: A parcel of land located in the Southeast onequarter of Section 11, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, beginning on the South line of said Section 11 distance 754.00 feet West from the Southeast comer of said Section 11; thence West along said South Section line 333.00 feet; thence North at right angles to said South Section line 600.00 feet; thence East parallel to said South Section line 333.00 feet; thence South 600.00 feet to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 9755 Cox Rd, Bellevue Ml 49021 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 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; or unless MCL 600.3240(17)) applies. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278; the borro,wer will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Bank of Dated:: 4/13/2013 America, N.A., successor by merger to BAG Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 13-78369 (04-13)(05-04) 06809570 recorded plat thereof, City of Barry Hastings,, Barry County, Michigan. Also Including: An easement for the purpose of maintaining an existing garage and driveway upon the following described property: The North 75 feet of the East 4 feet of the West 14 feet of Lot 802 of the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, City of Hastings Barry County, Michigan., Commonly known address: 128 1/2 W. Center Street ,, Hastings Michigan 49058 Parcel ID Number: 08-55-201244-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: April 5, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (04-13)(05-04) 06809595. Call anytime for Maple Valley Nows classified ads �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 27, 2013 Students of the month announced Maple Valley High names its Athletes of the Mfeek Representing their classes as students of the month for April from Maple Valley Junior High School are (from left) Marlee Jo Youngs, sixth grade; Baileigh Schrader, seventh grade; and Anthony Martin, eighth grade. Students are chosen for good attendance and good character, positive behavior, good attitude toward learning and toward others, classroom participation, and being respectful and responsible. Maple Valley High School has named Maggie Semrau from the varsity softball team and Anthony Mahler from the varsity baseball team its Athletes of the Week. Lion golf gets its first league wins Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ golf team picked up its first Kalamazoo Valley Association victories of the season in the rain at Mulberry Fore in Nashville Tuesday. ,. The Lions topped Parchment by ten strokes to win the three team meet. Maple Valley shot a 179, Parchment a 189, and Constantine did not record a team score with only two golfers finishing the ninehole round. Rage Sheldon led the Lipps with a 39. He was the only gplfer to break 40 on the day. Jordan Denton added a 43 for Maple Valley, the sec­ ond best score of the after- DUBBINS ACDelco COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE CENTER Your Local GM Automotive Specialists LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON M-79 Our Diagnostic Computer Software is Compatible With All Makes & Models 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE azek5 noon. Maple Valley also got a 48 from Hunter Hilton and a 49 from Nick Iszler. Parchment was led by 46s from Alec Banner and Charlie Eaton. Austin Cox added a 47 and Robby Meeth a 50 for the Panthers. Constantine got a 54 from Taylor Langworthy and a 68 from Jake Dimos. The Lions are now 2-2 in conference competitions this season. 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Maple Valley’s boys knock off Panthers and Blackhawks Maple Valley’s varsity 120-0. boys’ track and field team Maple Valley had the top scored a pair of victories in three performers in the.shot the rain Tuesday, knocking put, with Dayton Ashley off Leslie and Pennfield in a reaching 41-1.25 and Cole tri-meet at Maple Valley Decker hitting 39-6.5. High School. Gunner Tobias won the The Lions topped their cur- 400 for the Lions in 54.17. rently league rivals from The lone relay the Lions Pennfield 107-20, while top-took was the 800-meter race, ping their future (and former) which Tanner Tobias, league rivals from Leslie 68- Brownell, Robbie Welch and 59. Nisse finished in 1:36.52. Austin Rood, Keegan Yost Leslie won the rest of the and Ryan Nisse won two day’s events. individual events each for the Last Friday, the Lion boys’ Lions, taking the distance and girls’ teams combined to races, the throws and the hur- take the title at the Byron dles. Jack and Jill Relays by winRood won the distance ning eight of the 15 events. races, finishing the 3200Maple Valley finished the meter run in 11 minutes 7.12 day with 130 points. Byron seconds and the 1600 in was second with 116, fol4:58.71. Nisse won the 1 IO- lowed by Montrose 67, meter high hurdles in 16.41 Morrice 59, Dryden 46 and seconds and the 300-meter Burton-Bendle 27. intermediate hurdles in 44.33. The Lions won three of the Yost took the shot put with a four field events that were mark of 46 feet 8 inches and contested. There was no pole the discus with a throw ofvault competition. Nisse and Kandys Larson teamed for a mark of 31-6.25 in the long jump. Yost and Terra Hall took the shot put at 72-11, while and Yost and Larson won the discus with a mark of 202-1. Hanna Kyle, Tobias, Hadley Joppie and Nisse won the 800-meter relay in 1:46.1. The Sprint Medley went to the Lion team of Jessica Rushford, Brownell, Kyle and Tobias. The team of Blodgett, Ashley, Larsen and Decker won the throwers’ 400-meter relay in 58.7. Rushford, Dylan Kennedy, Braden and Seth Feasel won the middle distance relay in 7:13.2, while the 1600-meter relay went to the team of Ivy Braden, Nisse, Kyle and Tobias. The Lions are scheduled to return to Kalamazoo Valley Association action Tuesday when they host GalesburgAugusta. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, April 27, 2013 — Page 11 Antiques Garage Sale ANTIQUEESTATE MAN SALE, FriMARKET: Sunday, April day May 3rd, 9am-6pm; Sat28th. 400 exhibitors, rain or urday u May 4th, 10am-3pm. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 18, May 4, 2013 to Steel named new BISDsuperintendent by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Ronna Steel, who has served as the superintendent and technology director for the Maple Valley School District for three years, will assume the post of Barry Intermediate School District superintendent July 1. But, first, Steel and BISD board president Tim McMahon and BISD personnel committee member Sharon Boyle have to come to an agreement dur­ ing contract negotiations, which began Tuesday. After interviewing three finalist candidates Wednesday, April 24, the board voted unanimously to offer Steel the post and enter into contract negotiations with her. “I liked her energy,” said McMahon, during the dis­ cussion prior to the vote. McMahon said he had not met Steel prior to the inter­ view, but knew of her and her work in Maple Valley. “She seems well connect­ ed in various areas, in Lansing as well as regional­ ly. She emphasized life-long learning, so, she wasn’t focused on the gifted and tal­ ented. She wasn’t focused on the learning center. She was­ n’t focused on vocational. She hit on some of those things, so it seems like she had a larger breadth or depth of the various services we are responsible for,” McMahon said. Prior to accepting the Maple Valley post, Steel’s previous experience includ­ ed director of instruction for Union City Community Schools, 2007 through 2010; Union City High School principal, 2009 through 2010; Union City Middle School principal, 1999 through 2007; Union City Schools director of special education, 2000 through 2010; teacher of family and consumer sciences assigned to Federal Hocking Middle School through Tri-County Vocational School, 1994 through 1999; and, adjunct professor at Grand Valley State University; 2006 through 2008. Steel has a bachelor of sci­ ence degree in human and ing those programs but also consumer sciences from supporting the local school Ohio University, a master of districts, making sure they education degree from Grand are able to work together, Valley State University, and collaboratively come to the has completed her course­ table to have conversations work for a Ph.D. in philoso­ about things that are happen­ phy in K-12 administration. ing in the state that impact “I feel that I have had a our local school districts,” wealth of experiences,” said she said. “The ISD’s role is Steel during her interview to bring the superintendents after detailing her experi­ together, as well as the com­ ence. munity members. Bringing Steel said the role of the resources to the table to work ISD is critical. collaboratively is the only “Not only are they a dis­ way that we can really serv­ trict in themselves, and serv­ ice the students and give ing the special ed students, in them everything they need to this particular ISD, serving be successful.” the needs of work-force Steel said funding is the development, Michigan major challenge facing ISDs Works and the early child­ today. She said the ISD and hood programs — maintain­ the school districts within the ISD need to work together to meet that challenge. “It’s difficult because you can’t do it alone,” she said. “There isn’t any district that can do that alone.” She added that while Maple Valley is part of the Eaton County ISD, current BISD superintendent Jeff Jennette has brought her to the table to collaborate with the superintendents in the BISD. “The biggest issue is that we all have declining rev­ enues,” she said. “And, the needs of our student popula­ tion are going up. We’ve had a significant increase in the number of students with See BISD, page 2 Moo-Ville awarded $300,000 grant Maple Valley students who recently qualified for induction in the EISD National Technical Honor Society are (back row, from left) Kyle Brumm, Nick Izler, Taylor Fisher, Brandon Dickinson, Brandon Fuller, Cody Harris, Kourtney White, Storm Ewing (front) Shelby Anderson, Blake Fetterman, Hannah Upright and Shilo Scott. MV students inducted into National Technical Honor Society Students at the Eaton Intermediate School District Career Preparation Center at Lansing Community College were inducted into the Eaton ISD chapter of National Technical Honor Society. An addition 13 second-year members were recognized for continuing to meet the standards of NTHS, said Jamie Hess, student services coordinator at the career preparation center. Maple Valley High School students who were inducted include Shelby Anderson, Adam Dickinson, Blake Fetterman, Taylor Fisher and Tyler Kersjes in auto tech­ nology; Brandon Fuller, computer graphics and ani­ mation; Aleesha Peake, com­ puter graphics and web design; Storm Ewing, crimi­ nal justice; Christine King, Alyssa Lance, Shilo Scott and Kourtney White in health technology; Cody Harris, heavy equipment operator; Cody Myers, weld­ ing; and Kyle Brumm, Nicholas Iszler and Hannah Upright in zoo and aquarium science. To qualify for induction students must meet require­ ments, including maintaining a 3.5 or better grade point average in their Career Preparation Center class; receive a letter ofrecommen- dation from someone not associated with EISD or Lansing Community College; have no more than six chargeable absences; write a short essay on the role of honesty in education and the workplace; complete 10 hours of community serv­ ice; and complete leadership experience in their program, home school or community. This year’s first- and second-year students main­ tained an average GPA of 3.88, completed 1,515 hours of community service and completed 114 leadership experiences, said Hess. Moo-Ville Creamery Inc. in Nashville is one of four Michigan entities receiving $300,000 federal grants designed to strengthen the rural economy. U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack Wednesday announced the selection of 110 grants to U.S. agricultural producers and rural businesses that will help create jobs and develop new products. Moo-Ville Creamery will use its grant to market butter, cheese, yogurt smoothies and newly formatted milk products for local markets. The creamery markets to several nearby major cities, such as Lansing, Grand Rapids, Battle Creek, Zingerman’s Bakery in Ann Arbor and most recently Kalamazoo. “This will impact our growth even more,” said Louisa Westendorp, who owns and operates MooVille Creamery, along with her husband, Doug, and their children. The Westendorps had recently doubled their herd size, added robotic milking systems and built a new state-of-the-art dairy bam in the summer of 2012. “The grant will be used to buy supplies, packaging and processing,” said Doug Westendorp. “This will stim­ ulate the local and the state economy.” The 110 awardees were selected for USDA Rural Development Value-Added Producer Grants. The grants help agricultural producers increase their income by expanding marketing opportunities, creating new prod­ ucts or developing new uses for existing products. The awards include 11 projects involving bio-based products, such as grants to convert com stover to anhydrous ammonia; miscanthus fiber, wood and goat manure into biochar and enhanced compost; and sorghum to electricity and fertilizer. Other Michigan recipients were Mackinaw Trail Winery Inc. in Emmet County, which will use its grant to facilitate a major expansion of its wine sales and marketing; the Michigan Blueberry Growers Association in Van Buren County, which will apply grant funds toward the con­ version to an individually quick-frozen processing sys­ tem; and King’s Fish Market in Chippewa County, which plans to purchase Great Lakes whitefish from tribal fishermen and support pro­ cessing capacity. Value-added .producer grants are an important ele­ ment of USDA’s Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food initiative, which coor­ dinates USDA’s work to support local and regional food systems. Previous VAPG awards supporting local and regional projects are mapped on the Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food compass, www.usda.gov/maps/maps/k yfcompassmap.htm. USDA Rural Development is funding an array of projects involving locally produced and mar­ keted foods. These include cheese, wine, reduced-cholesterol dairy products, pro­ duce, packaged poultry, pork and beef products, and a variety of processed or pre­ pared foods from locally grown fruits and vegetables. In This Issue... • Putnam Library events include 1000 books kick-off Friday • The Revue’s ‘Little Mermaid Jr.’ opens this weekend • Lion baseball sees its KVA record evened at 5-5 • Lion softball drops a couple , close ones with Pennfield �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 4,2013 BISD, continued from page 1 autistic impairments.' They are bringing a lot of needs to the table, and a lot of times the [local school districts] can’t serve the populations in the way that they would like to, and they really depend on the ISD to provide those services...” Steel said the most chal­ lenging decision she has had to make as a school adminis­ trator was having to cut $1.7 million dollars from Maple Valley’s budget the first year she was superintendent there. “I didn’t make that deci­ sion alone,” she said. “Very luckily, I have a great com­ munity and a great staff that came to table to talk about the things they had already tried, the things that they had done.” She said that years before, when the Nashville and Vermontville school districts combined to form Maple Valley, a promise had been made that neither elementary school in each would ever be closed. “We had to come together as a group and say we could save almost a million dollars by closing an elementary and breaking that promise,” she said. “It was sitting down with the community mem- bers and having a conversa­ tion, ‘We know we have to close an elementary, but which one are we going to close?’ Having those conver­ sations, having those dia­ logues and putting the com­ munity members on a bus and looking ‘Which building was in better shape? Which building has less utility bills?’ And then sitting down and making those decisions.” When asked how she would handle any potential conflict between superin­ tendents of the local school districts, Ste'el said she would first sit down private­ ly with each of the parties involved. “I think the first thing you have to do is be willing to have the conversation that there is a problem,” she said. “I think sometimes we avoid the conversation, and that exacerbates the problem.” She said that if a superin­ tendent had a conflict with the ISD, she would handle it much the same. She would sit down with the person pri­ vately and discuss his or her goals, expectations of the ISD, have a frank conversa­ tion about how much fund­ ing the ISD has available for the district in question and determine what service the GRAND OPENING! Join Us May 10, 11, & 12 For Our Grand Opening! 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Come together to develop a county­ wide safety plan, bring in the local police services, the fire department, talk about your crisis plan and what services are available.” With regard to educational and political issues, Steel said while the first step is the same, one of the ISD super­ intendent’s roles is to remove roadblocks that keep students from receiving what they need. “You identify the road­ blocks and get them out of the way, many times before people even know they are there,” she said. Steel said she builds col­ laboration within her district and the larger region through a variety of measures, including bringing legisla­ tors in for community meet­ ings and forming collaboratives to provide professional development opportunities and social networking. When asked about the conflict created by the state urging school districts to col­ laborate while setting up competition among district’s for students through the Schools of Choice program, Steel said that on one hand the districts should find new and innovative ways to increase student opportuni­ ties and achievement. On the other hand, she said it is important for the districts to share their ideas so students in all districts can benefit. “I want to make sure our district is strong, but more importantly, I want to make sure our state is strong by providing and sharing the information we have learned,” she said. “Because everybody who graduates from a program like that with a diploma or a vocational certificate and heads on a pathway to the next step in their career is a benefit to the Positively Fit Cardio Dance Are you looking for a workout that is • Designed for people new to cardio dance • Has positive lyrics • Fun • Easy to Learn • Low Impact • Close to Home Time: Mondays & Thursdays - 5:45 to 6:45 Place: Kellogg Building in Nashville Price: $6 Drop in Call or Text: 269.838.1659 Email: fitmom4@gmail.com FREE CLASSES ON MONDAY MAY 6TH AND THURSDAY MAY 9TH! Positively Fit is owned by Angie Walker. Angie has a B.S. in Exercise Science from WMU and has worked in the fitness industry for20 years. Angie currently holds certifications for Body Pump, Zumba and WaterArt Special Populations. She is a certified lifeguard and holds her CPR and AED certifications. state. “I think it is really impor­ tant we do what is best for the kids, regardless of whether or not it is the best thing for our particular dis­ trict,” said Steel. “Ultimately, what we are try­ ing to do is provide a sound foundation for the kids in our state. Whether that kid be zero or 96, it doesn’t matter. It’s all about providing serv­ ices.” Whether discussing the role of the ISD superintendent, explaining the difference between ISD and local district funding, working with dis­ tricts to maintain programs and services, and setting goals, Steel stressed the importance ofbringing all the stakeholders together — the community, businesses, teachers, staff, administrators — and to have conversations about how they can work together to share resources and more. When asked what she per­ ceived as the BISD’s greatest strengths, Steel said it was the relationships with the local districts and the larger community, and region, col­ laboration and the variety of services it offers. Steel said the greatest strength she would bring to the position is her work ethic and desire to continue to build on the ISD’s strengths, to build relationships, bring people together to collabo­ rate, and find resources and answers. “If I don’t know the answer, I know where to“go or who to ask,” she said. ISD board secretary Sharon Boyle said she was impressed with Steel’s com­ ments regarding the impor­ tance of transparency. “I liked that at the end she said, ‘Ask me anything. What do you want to know?”’ added ISD board trustee Sue Deming. During the discussion before the vote, McMahon said that the ISD had dis­ cussed the possibility of sharing a superintendent with another district and that Steel and the president ofthe Maple Valley board of edu­ cation, April Heinze, had expressed interest in that arrangement. ISD board treasurer Elizabeth Matteson asked if Maple Valley schools would be willing to leave the Eaton Intermediate School District, to which it now belongs, and become part of the Barry ISD. McMahon said he had not asked that question and was­ n’t sure how that particular arrangement would be worked out. He said he did­ n’t think there was anything that would prevent Steel from working for the BISD and Maple Valley Schools, even if Maple Valley remained with the EISD. Boyle asked what would be the benefit of sharing a superintendent with another district as opposed to hiring someone who would work exclusively for the ISD. Board vice president John Gores responded that ulti­ mately it was about doing what is best for BISD stu­ dents. McMahon said while he didn’t have firm numbers, in discussions with the Eaton ISD it had been estimated that sharing a superintendent could save Barry ISD approximately $50,000. Boyle said that as long as Maple Valley was part of another ISD, she was not in favor of sharing a superintendent. “I don’t know what the legal parameters are,” she said. “How would that work with another ISD involved?” “To some extent, I think it is better, because if you are the superintendent of the local ISD, there’s always more potential of a percep­ tion for favoritism, or bias, one way or another,” said McMahon. Matteson said she would prefer Steel be an ISD employee shared with Maple Valley than a Maple Valley employee shared with the ISD. McMahon said that an anonymous poll of board members two weeks prior indicated that the board opposed sharing a superin­ tendent 4-1. In conversations with ISDs and school dis­ tricts that share administra­ tors, he has learned that often many of superintendents’ responsibilities are delegated to other employees. He said he doesn’t see the ISD main­ taining the relationships it has built in both the local and broader community if it shares a superintendent with another district. “You don’t have to ... con­ vince me that they won’t be able to maintain what we have,” he said. “Unless the individual is going to go out and work 80 hours and just tell us they’re doing 20. But, then you are going to run them into the ground.” “I want a full-time super­ intendent,” said Matteson. “I think that is what the people here, what our employees deserve.” McMahon said the motion was to enter negotiations for a superintendent of the ISD, which means the hours dedi­ cated to each district could be part of the discussions. He made the motion to enter into contract negotia­ tions with Steel. Board vice president Jon Gores said that while the ISD had discussed the possibility of sharing a superintendent with another district and McMahon had actually talked to the presi­ dent of the Maple Valley board of education, who said her board favored the idea, he had some concerns. Other candidates inter­ viewed by the BISD Board were Cynthia Vujea, current superintendent of Lakeshore Public Schools in Stevensville, formerly Delton Kellogg superintend­ ent; and David Hamish, an elementary principal and director of special education, Title I, curriculum and preschool for New Lothrop Area Public Schools. Current Current BISD Superintendent Jeff Jennette, who has served as BISD superintendent for nearly five years, tendered his res­ ignation effective June 30. He plans to accept a position with the Wexford County Missaukee County ISD, and the Manistee County ISD. Tuesday evening, McMahon reported that lie and Boyle had met with Steel that afternoon and all por­ tions of a potential contract were discussed. He said both sides agreed to take some time and look at each other’s proposals meet again Friday, May 3. McMahon said it is the BISD board’s desire to vote on a contract with Steel at its Tuesday, May 14, board meeting. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 4, 2013 — Page 3 sS A Putnam Library events include 1000 books kick-off Friday ☆ < <>> ss ☆☆ *>5^ jss's •**»«.SS »•»« XX.* »S& ^SJ1* ■ ■»$c: C ■ jSS j CjSS '«»< «» Sj|'*> Is"* tatiS tra*t* iS *likri r* fc L‘**^ *^|»i'' WlMfltaCi 1 ^.'IwttCBU I 1 ® Wj »I McMAb iqxxfednl isIWUffliiife [ it isifeiwafiip। ®lfipMal®T' u RtfariWW I W gfe ®a! D ah ® pt tai sE- fo'A'Mtl an sBtfttet jjt ttiioffittiM ■& tisBjM is M®E- Little Bo and Mary are children’s parade winners May isfilled with events “1000 Books Before Kindergarten,” the program by Barry County librarians to develop reading appreciation and skills for infants through pre-schoolers will launch at Putnam District Library on Friday, May 10 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Families are encouraged to sign up for the new program. A reading log will be provided to track each child’s progress. Later in the day, the library offers a "New to Pinterest" class at 2 and 6 p.m. and Saturday, May 11 at 8:30 a.m. The library's Lego Club, for grades second to fifth, end of year celebration is Saturday, May 11 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Pre-registration for Pinterest and Lego Club is required by contacting the library. Teens Own the Night Cousins-Josey Terpening (left) and Jesse Gardner win first place Saturday in the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival children’s parade which had the theme of favorite information The library will be storybook characters. Josey is bearing a sign that reads, “I’m Little Bo Peep. I’ve lost buzzing with springtime my sheep. Mary and her lamb are helping me find them. We think they went to the activity all month long. syrup festival. We’re going there to find them.” Eliza Trowbridge and Ben Benedict Monday evening, May 6 took second place; Eric Ramey, Jacob Ramey, Abram Shank, Addison Shank and from 5 to 8 p.m. the library Megan Ramey, third place; and Hailey Post, fourth. Each participant received ride hosts Own the Night for tickets and a gift bag. teens in grades sixth through 12th. Every other Monday night the library invites teens to hang out at the library. This Monday, teens will be continuing to create three dimensional wall art pieces. Lego robots added to list of Putnam visitors Robots of all makes and models took oyer Putnam District Library during the Lego Club’s monthly meet­ ing Saturday, April 20. Club members studied several YouTube videos before construction began. The videos featured exam­ ples of robotic use in the modem world. Putnam’s Teen Advisory Group mem­ bers served as judges. In the end, Noah Scott, third grader at Fuller Street Elementary, blasted his cre­ ation into first place while creating a NASA space shut­ tle construction robot. Scott’s robot featured paint­ ing sensors, automatic bolt fasteners and inventory noti­ fication for low supplies. Second place winner, Travis Mater, also a third grader, utilized the single­ tree Lego on his tray and invented a tree-cutter roving robot. Second grader Ryan Finkler constructed a police station robot that scans peo- HASTINGS 4 IU. pie to read their minds, iden­ tify police records and make arrests, ifnecessary. Lego Club winners’ cre­ ations are on display at Putnam Library in the chil­ dren’s section. The club will wrap up this year With a celebration Saturday, May 11, from 11 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. Space is limited, so pre-registration is required. 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Ryan Rosin will be the announcer giving the crowd a play-by-play of the cow’s activities. Judges will be on hand to History room open Thursday evenings in May, from 6 to 8 p.m., the local history rooms will be open to the public. The upstairs will also be open Saturday, May 11 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Book discussion group The library's monthly book discussion group will discuss The Red Tent by Anita Diamant Thursday, May 30 at 7 p.m. The library maintains a list of the group members and orders the month's title for members each month. Contact the library, 517-852-9723 to join the list. Putnam District Library serves the townships of Assyria, Castleton, , and Maple Grove. Visit,, the library online at www.putnamlib.org for access to the online library catalog, free downloadable ebooks, and the event calendar. Please note, the library will be closed Friday, May 24 through Monday, May 27 for the Memorial Day weekend. the valley| determine the exact winning parcel and one lucky judge will be voted on by Maple Valley students to be the official 'pooper scooper.' Bovine Bingo is a fundraiser to help the class of 2015 earn money toward next year's prom said Kelly Murton and Jeff Byrne co­ advisors. For more information of to purchase tickets call Murton or Byrne at 517-852-9275. The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday K- S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 g g-gfipresents.It’s 60th- revue each other, and socialize. Beginners and seasoned fiber lovers welcome,” said Shauna Swantek, director. This group will meet May 14 and 28. I show since * jJnt LI I I LL I 1996 ! Pancakes 1 Biscuits <fi Gravy ! Eggs ! ! Sausage ! Homemade Toasted Bread! • nctodM Olgilil 3D_ © No passes The football field will be covered with 300 painted sections in nine-by-nine foot squares when bovine bingo returns Saturday, May II, from 2 to 5 p.m. This family friendly event will be held at the Maple Valley High School football field. Anyone over the age of 18 can purchase tickets for $5 each. A cow will be released onto the grid and “deposit” a cow pie. The winner is decided by judges who eval­ uate which parcel the cow selected. The winner receives $500. Surrounding parcels win $25. In anticipation of the cow pie deposit groups, clubs and teams will be running events. The Spanish Club will offer face painting, Peas in a Pod is i hosting a big, inflatable Downtown Hastings °n sate SL GQTI.com and Facebook Frugal Living Exchange news The Frugal Living Exchange will meet g Tuesday, May 7 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The group will learn about "lasagna garden­ ing" while creating the chil­ dren's garden beds at the library. Lasagna gardening is a method ofbuilding a nutri­ ent rich garden bed. The evening will also feature a plant swap. Everyone is wel­ come to bring, plants they have extras of and swap them for other new-to-them varieties. The group meets again Tuesday, May 21 to discuss and create rain bar­ rels for responsible water use. Join the group’s Frugal Living Exchange on Facebook to stay up to date. Members are encouraged to post helpful information fre­ quently between meetings. Bovine bingo returns 269-205-4900 1A1LiIiTtYv U<bQE .UnUn Third grader Noah Scott wins the Lego competition Saturday, April 20, at Putnam District Library. Teens may bring their own activities and library com­ puters are also available for use. Own the Night will meet again May 20. Come enjoy breakfast cooked and served by the men ofthe VERMONTVILLE Methodist church \ Disney’s Children’s Musical Friday, May 3 & 10 at 7pm • Saturday, May 4 & 11 at 3pm & 7pm Sunday, May 5 & 2 at 3pm Adults $10, Seniors (62 & up) & Students $8, Children 12 and under $5 Cash or Check Accepted. Reserved Seating Recommended by calling 517-749-1229 or emailing therevuel@yahoo.com Doors open 30 minutes before curtain Saturday, March 11 301N. Main St, Nashville, MI 49073 from 8am-10am (Theater is on ccomer ofMain and Washington. Use side entrance and go upstairs) Concessions, Free Parking and Air Conditioning (Free Will Offering) See us on Facebook The Revue (Nashville Theatre Group) and The Revue (Children's Theatre) �Page 4 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 4,2013 barnj Counlu Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, May 6 Swedish meatballs and noodles, Brussels sprouts, com, tropical fruit. Tuesday, May 7 Sloppy Jo, sweet potato fries, mixed vegetables, orange, bun. Wednesday, May 8 Roast beef, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, broccoli, fruit cobbler, bread. Thursday, May 9 Oven fried chicken, maca­ roni and cheese, Coleslaw, green beans, banana. Friday, May 10 BBQ chicken leg qtr., potato salad, spinach, apple­ sauce, combread. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, May 6 Sliced turkey with Cheddar cheese, three bean salad, cit­ rus sections, bun. Tuesday, May 7 Tuna pasta salad, broccoli raisin salad, pineapple, crackers. Wednesday, May 8 Cottage cheese, pea and cheese salad, applesauce, peanut butter crackers. Thursday, May 9 Italian chopped salad, pasta salad, tropical fruit, crackers.. ” Friday, May 10 '' Egg salad; black bean and tomato ' salad, mandarin RAILSIDE MINI MI STORAGE 1/mt Sfzes to Choose From Plus WAREHOUSE Space Gantlet... M66 Tire 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66 Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 616-374-1200 | oranges, bun. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, May 6 Swedish meatballs and noodles, mixed vegetables, Brussels sprouts, fruit punch. Tuesday, May 7 Sloppy Jo, com, diced car­ rots, orange, bun. Wednesday, May 8 Roast beef, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, broccoli, apple crisp, granola bar. Thursday, May 9 Oven fried chicken, maca­ roni and cheese, green beans, coleslaw, banana. Friday, May 10 BBQ chicken thigh, sea­ soned potatoes, spinach, cookie, applesauce. Activities Calendar Monday, May 6 Hastings: May Birthday Party; Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; Painting with Bob 1 p.m. H,W,N: Reminiscence. Tuesday, May 7 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, May 8 Hastings: Tulip Time Trip 10 a.m.; Music with Sam; Nails; Cards 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30 p.m.; Sewing Class 5-7 p.m. Delton: Reminiscence. Woodland: Sing-A-Long. Thursday, May 9 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 a.m. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, May 10 Hastings: Mother’s Day Party 10:30 a.m.; Exercise 9 a.m.; Writing 9 a.m. Woodland: Sing-A-Long, Visiting. Fans in the stands, Sandy Mullins (left) and Diana Fuller, get their sway on in sup­ port of the performers who entertain Friday evening. Third graders learn how to handle money Third grade students in Amanda Archer’s and Trent Harvey’s classes at Fuller Elementary recently learned about budgeting money from Cathy Felder, on behalf of Eaton Federal Savings Bank in Nashville. Students were encouraged and taught how to save, spend and give. Felder had students participate in the lesson through discussion and an activity. She then read My Fantastic Fieldtrip, by Dave Ramsey. The book teaches the importance of saving and spending money in a child-friendly way. Each student received a Seth Trowbridge plays a piano arrangement of the “Maple Leaf Rag” to win his age participation certificate, pen- category at the talent show Friday. cil and a piggy bank, cour­ tesy of the bank and the Teach a Child to Save pro­ gram. Free boating safety classes Free boating safety classes have been announced by Sheriff Tom-Reich. Classes will be on the following Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m.: May 6, 7, and 9; May 20, 21, and 23; June 3,4, and 6; June 17, 18, and 20; and July 15, 16, and 18. This is a course for all boaters including the person­ al watercraft operator, the hunter or fisherman operat­ ing an outboard utility boat, the skipper of a family ski boat, or the sailing enthusi­ ast. All boaters must follow the same nautical rules, regu­ lations and courtesies of the water. All are subject to the same forces of nature while boating. As boating is often a fami­ ly activity, the course is of value to all members of a boating family. Qualified, enthusiastic and experienced instructors pro­ vide instruction as a public service. There is never a charge for instruction. While the content of the student manual serves as the basis for this course, it will also serve as a reference book in basic boating long after the course work is completed. The course meets the educational standards of the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators, and features a final examina­ tion as required by Michigan law. Instruction will be in the Sheriff’s Office Training Room, 1025 Independence Blvd., Charlotte. Please call Jerri Nesbitt, 517-543-5257 to register. Talent show winners announced A talent show kicked off the 73rd Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Friday, April 26. Winning in the 12 and under category were first place, Holly Rosin; second, Alivia Benedict; third, Carleigh Lundquist; and Holly Rosin wins the talent show category for her age fourth, Addison Ramey. In the 13- to 16-year-old group Friday at the annual Vermontville Maple Syrup group, winners were first Festival. place, Alexander Trowbridge; second, Justin Jessa Cheesman and third to judges for the evening. Heinsen; third, Amanda Chris Steffler. Harp; and fourth, Jaden Sarah Shoemaker directed STIFFLER Henke. the show. 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Abed will host May coffee hours on: • Saturday, May 11 from 8 to 9 a.m., at Sugar Hut Cafe, 174 S. Main St. in Vermontville. • Monday, May 13, from 4 to 5 p.m., at Fay's Evelyn tittle Mermaid Jr/ opens this weekend The Revue s latest children theater presentation is underway with Disney's “The Little Mermaid Jr.” Here, Flounder (Kyra Macomber) is joined by mermaids (from left) Kinsley Poll, Aubrey O'Gorman, Cora Estep, Lucy Estep, Katie Cheeseman, Grace Guernsey, Peyton Smith, Sabrina Wortley, Madison Falk, Grace Cool, Taylor Smith and McKenna Quinn. Shows are Saturday and Sunday, May 4 and 5 and 11 to 12, as well as Friday, May 10. Call 517-749-1229 or email therevuel ©yahoo.com for tickets and more information. Reservations are recommended. Bay Coffee Co., 134 S. Cochran Ave. in Charlotte. Rep. Abed also encour­ ages people to sign up for the e-newsletter, which provides brief updates of her work at Barry County Extension Calendar of Events the Capitol and in the com­ munity. To sign up, please 4-H Open Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo visit the website at May 5 Center www.abed.housedems.com. May 6 Fair General Leader Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Rep. Abed can also be con­ Center tacted by phone, 517-373­ May 7 4-H Shooting Sports Practice, 6 p.m., BCCC 0853. May 9 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center May 13 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center May 14 4-H Shooting Sports Practice, 6 p.m. Cat Showing Workshop, 6 p.m., Hastings v Wed. & Thurs. Public Library May 16 Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Hastings May 18 Heritage Turkey Show, 11 a.m., 5325 S. NO PETE BENTON’S 9^ Charlton Park Rd., Hastings " 2764 N. IONIA RD., May 19 4-H Point Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center sAL VERMONTVILLE May 20 Rabbit Showmanship Clinic, 7 p.m., Clothing, furniture, household items, very nice crafts, a Fairgrounds variety of holiday items and as always - antiques, May 21 4-H Shooting Sports Practice, 6 p.m., BCCC collectibles, and quality junk. May 23 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center CALENDAR OF EVENTS LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.* For Information call 1-269-731-5194. 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. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship............. 11 a.m. ........... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service .......... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM 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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110S. 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... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training . PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service ....... ......... 11 a.m. P.M. Service........ ................... 6 Wed. Sendee ..... ..........7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship............................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School............................... 10 A.M. Service............................... 11:15 P.M. Service...................................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Thank ¥ou 1 06811295 Chief Jerry N. Schray, Nashville Police Department Ji QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Worship............................. 11:15 a.m. Sunday Mass ..................... 9:30 a.m. . PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 203 N. State, Nashville FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School ..9:45 a.m. Worship Service 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE f I am writing this letter of thank you to all that had written letters in support for the Nashville Police Department, and all the business owners that attended the council meeting in support. The Maple Valley school, and.all thp.ii;, staff and kids really showed* a tremendous amount of support, this ib':very-<i heart felt to think that we are truly needed in your community. My department will contin­ ue to serve your community in a very honor­ able and professional manner. I will close by saying my department and officers really would like to express our gratitude for stand­ ing behind the Nashville Police Department. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. j 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) §52-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 — Just Say“As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, May 4,2013 Brighton, Murphy lead way to syrup fest 5K finish line More More than than 120 120 runners runners and and walkers walkers participate participate in in the the second second 5K 5K during during the the Leading the charge of 120 participants is Andrew Brighton, No. 15, followed close- Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. This group of walkers is heading north on Mason Road from Maple Valley High School. From Mason the walkers will take the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail into Vermontville. ly by Kyle Spencer and Michael Hall. Andrew Brighton, age 16, won best overall for males with a time of 18 minutes, 38.4 seconds. Results for the second annual Maple Syrup 5K Run/Walk in Vermontville Saturday, April 27, have been verified and submitted by the Michigan Running Foundation, a Lansing-based organization. More than 120 registered runners and walkers set off at 8 a.m. from Maple Valley High School, headed north on Mason Road and then east on the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail. The course continued in town, down South Main Street to Fifth Street and across to the finish line on Second Street. The female overall winner was Kathryn Murphy, age 34, with a time of 21 min‘tttes, 24.2 seconds. M The male overall winndf’’ was Andrew Brighton, 16, with a time of, 18:38.4. Results in other age groups were as follows: Female age 12 and under Lily Livingston, 27:54.6; Mikayla Brighton, 30:37.7; Mara Pena, 32:06.2. Male 12 and under Eli Nelson, 25:54.4; Cormac Rasey places first in his age group Saturday at the 5K. His father Dan placed first in his division, grandmother Rae Murphy placed eighth, and mother, Kathryn Murphy, was the female overall winner. Qtifeh tin Faynor, 28:57.1; Chase Rathbum, 30:45.0; Cordell Frank, 37:06.6; Ben Benedict, 37:12.6; Cooper Marcukaitis, 40:10.6; Matthew Morris, 56:15.6. Female 13 to 14 Tarryn Medina, 25:56.4; Rachel Morris, 37:03.1. Male 13 to 14 Cormac Rasey, 23:31.5; Alex Musser 23:44.5; Jacob Brighton 23:46.9; Trenton Dowling, 23:56.1; Evan Adrianson, 24:09.6; Ryan Bennett, 25:05.8; Jonathan Maag, 26:48.4; Ford Faynor. 36:31.4. Female 15 to 19 Lynzie Trumble, 27:35.9; Marissa Pierce, 29:07.8; Elizabeth Wetzel, A Special Thank 73 Years to the Vermontville Maple Syrup officers ofthe Corporation, producers, everyone that collected sap and helped with maple syrup making, various chairpersons and helpers ofth the activities and events. Businesses and individuals thatpurchased memberships, sponsors oftheparade, dona­ tions tofireworks, churches, clubs andgroups that tookpart in making The Maple Syrup Festival a success! Eugene Fisher, President 31:03.2;Ashley Maag, 31:06.5; Mckayla Lamance, 49:03.7; Hannah Hilton 49:28.3. Male 15 to 19 Kyle Spencer, 18:43.5; Brandon Wilson, 20:19.3; Dan Langman, 21:02.3; Grant Adrianson, 24:44.1. Female 20 to 29 Heidi Burtchett, 25:37.0; Krystal Root, 30:23.7; Mandy August, 31:19.5; Jessica Elliston, 33:46.3; Jessica Lentz, 36:13.3; Bridget Smith, 38:26.0; Kristen Iszler, 39:41.0; Stephanie Hoffman, 47:38.2; Shelby Christopher, 47:38.6; Heidi Mater, 49:59.4; Brittni Johnson, 54:51.3; Diana Shoup, 57:36.1. Male 20 to 29 Michael Hall, 20:13.0; Jeff Taylor, 21:46.5; Dan Benedict, 26:22.1; Jason Lyons, 38:25.7; Eric Brummette, 43:19.3. Female 30 to 39 Becky Paterick, 26:10.7; Candace Burch, 26:31.0; Mindy Gauthier, 27:15.4; Rachael Engelbrecht, 27:28.3; Andria Mayack, 30:22.4; Trisha Garvey, 30: 26.9; Tray Nelson, 31: 12.2; Kelly Adrianson, 33:57.1; Mandi McKee, 36:42.6; Meredith Wilson, 39:28.5; Penny Sandborn, 43:26.6; Anne Howarth, 48: 12.8; Stacy Schilz, 49: 59.0; Leslie Booher, 51:46.4; Michelle Frank, 54: 32.6; Laura Morey, 55: 39.4; Susan Morris, 56: 16.1. Male 30 to 39 Dan Rasey, 20:26.5; Marti Mayack, 22:50.1; Burch Cody, 23:02.4; Adam Mittino, 23:19.6; Jonathon Livingston, 27:55.3; Paul Adrianson, 27:57.9; Nicholas Veiling, 28:21.3; Gregory Rathbum, 30:44.5; Kurt Sandborn, 31:57.8; Curtis Shoup, 34:01.5; Marc Studer, 39:28.9; Jason Lamance, 48:36.2. Female 40 to 49 Janel Pena, 31:36.6; Lisa Huver, 34:13.7; Kristie Faynor, 36:36.9; Laura Gould, 36:52.9; Sheila Iszler, 40:14.7; Evelyn Fisher, 47:48.9; Danielle Christopher, 48:06.9; Maryann Hayes, 48:12.2; Kathryn Lamance, 48:35.9; Tammy Hilton, 49:28.0; Michelle Visger, 50:32.1; Valerie Pruden, 50:32.7; Becky Wilson, 51:34.9; Lisa Guernsey, 51:47.3; Michelle James, 55:38.2. Male 40 to 49 Brian Green, 22:14.6; Greg Whittaker, 22:22.8; David Haggerty, 24:58.7, Luis Pena, 25:14.2; Scott Visger, 26:07.6; Paul Boldrey, 26:28.1; Jassen Dowling, 27:37.7; Sean Hillaker, Ben 29:37.7; Langman, 33:06.1; Jerret Morris, 37:16.0; Brian Marcukaitis, 40:24.5. Female 50 to 59 Cyndi Davidson, 23:48.6; Susan Pifer, 26:49.5; Deborah Lea, 28:10.9; Jackie McClelland, 31:38.5; Laura Strouse, 32:51.0; Davena Shute, 36:52.6 11; Belinda Harwood, 37:13.0; Rae Murphy, 37:52.4; Lois Sealy, 40:02.1; Roseann Marlatt, 51:30.8; Debbie Milner, 58:05.2; Kim Fowler, 58:27.2. Male 50 to 59 Wayne McClelland, 26:09.6; Micheal Sealy, 26:37,3; Tom Lavelle, 31:37*3; Jerry Schray, 32:37.7; Tony Smith, 34:04.3; Steve Rathbum, 40:55.6; James Marlatt, 41:22.9; Mark Newman, 53:35.4. Female 60 to 69 Sue Surateaux, 32:39.2; Marge Novak, 34:08.6; Iris (Benedict) Wion, 47:49.6; Beverly Oleson, 51:36.1; Sherry Gould, 51:49.2; Becky Jamros, 58:27.6. Male 60 to 69, Wayne Gould, 25:03.3; Bill Paterick, 27:30.4; Doug Sage, 27:45.4; Larry Corkwell, 51:47.8. Female 70 and up Pauline Mayack, 57:37.1; Doris Bentley, 57:37.8; Thelma Christopher, 58:26.1. Male 70 and up Leroy Wion, 39:06.4. COBBWELLDRILLING 6REMIR •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 WUTO REPAIR1 • Parts • Repairs • Tires / Located Downtown Vermontville a 130 S. Main, Vermontville . JM7-726-15Q0 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 4,2013 — Page 7 • w Wi# '!■», Jim I, ; SiMm,^ Wji Hik fflfl; ttk Mil fflli ,W, MagM,® .Mt (MI'W lilffll; Mb® BUfa Idjlni^ ;)bft iW1!1 G* M Sjl M*l K jjH Ml (WM* f^, h*M’; �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 4,2013 Weather adds to sweetness of syrup festival Mary Fisher celebrates the syrup festival with a pic­ ture with queen Elizabeth Wetzel. Fisher coordinates the children’s parade and as a member of the Vermontville Women’s Club assists with the arts and crafts show each year. Sara Ann Yutzy serves hand-made ice cream from the Country Ice Cream booth during the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. (Photo by Seth Graves) The 73rd Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen and Little Miss Maple Princess, Elizabeth Wetzel and Austynn Fears, will represent Vermontville throughout the year in a variety of parades and festivals. A budding salesman, 1-year-old Kannon Rosin from discusses the newest breakthroughs in pest control dur­ ing the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. (Photo by Seth Graves) Bovine Bingo Who: Fundraiser for the Maple Valley Class of 2015 (Sophomores) What: A chance to win $500 if the cow makes a ‘deposit’ on your parcel! You win $25 for any surrounding parcel. There will be 300 9x9 parcels marked off on our football field. While we are waiting for that to happen VooDoo DJs will be spinning tunes. There will also be face painting, carnival games, and lots ofsnacks & treats! Bring your whole family and enjoy the fun! When: Saturday, May 11th from 2:00 - 5:00 pm Where: Maple Valley High School Football Field Why: To help us earn money to host next year’s Prom! Tickets are $5 each (must be 18 or older to buy). You do NOT need to be present at the event to win. Contact Kelly Murton or Jeff Byrne at 517-852-9275 for tickets or more information. 06811259 The 73rd Vermontville Maple ' Syrup Festival brought out the crowds last weekend for a host of activi­ Hunter Smith is transformed into a lion at the ties from a 5K run to talent Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Saturday, April 27. show, pancakes, a midway (Photo by Seth Graves) and parades. Being a spring event, the festival has endured all sorts of weather over the years, from rain to snow to sun­ shine. Saturday’s sunshine and thermometer reading in the 60s were welcomed by participants, vendors and vis­ itors. Sunday wasn’t as sunny, but that didn’t keep A foster parenting train­ Highway, Nashville. people from enjoying the ing class for Barry County The training is free, and annual festival. couples or singles who have participants will not be extra bedroom space in their obliged or pressured into par­ home and love in their heart ticipating. for one or more foster or Pre-registration is adoptive children will begin required; email MuellerTuesday, May 7, from 6 to 9 HayesJ@michigan.gov or p.m. at Grace Community call 269-948-3216 or 517­ Church, 8950 E. M-79 420-4144. Foster parent training class planned here Tuesday �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 4. 2013 — Page 9 G rad uation I■nvi-■t at-i-ons to fit every style 1 Banner 100 Invitations 100 Envelopes 100 Thank You Postcards Gel 34,oro.r9 onl on5ly As evening falls, the lights and sounds of a carnival are in full throttle during the 73rd Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Saturday. (Photo by Seth Graves) 1 Banner 50 Invitations 50 Envelopes 50 Thank You Postcards A tradition in the village of Vermontville is the maple syrup festival, the last full weekend in April. Representing the village for 2013 are Elizabeth Wetzel (center) as queen with court members, Skylar Chapman (left) and Bailey Blodgett. The girls are juniors at Maple Valley High School. W CLASH OF THE CLASSES * join us for a NIGHT OF FUN May 9 2013 at 5:00 p.m. There will be 3 soccer games... Seniors vs. Freshman and Sophomores vs. Juniors ‘‘The winner will play the championship round * \jr-r, This is a signle elimination match This includes short youth league soccer games. Cost is $5.00 - Proceeds go to the Maple Valley Leadership Class or provide for school and community activities throughout the year. Get all this for only $74.95 Ask us about other options & quantities! Check out all our Special Services: • • • • Business Cards Greeting Cards Big Prints & Posters Photo Books • Folding & Laminating • Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269.945.9105 OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:30 - 5:30 W£4 n �Page 10 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 4, 2013 A look at the news 77 years ago This circa 1910 photo of members and friends of Hi Walrath’s village band may have been among the number who furnished music for open-air concerts for the sum­ mer season starting May 5,1906. Hiram Walrath was a longtime local musician who had charge of the Nashville band and also conducted an orchestra to entertain at var­ ious events. Pictured (from left) are Elton Clifford, Edwin Kane, C.O. “Ab” Mason, Bill Ackett, Kent Nelson, Frank Purchis, Carl Lentz, Tom Copeland, Herbie Walrath and Guy Hummel. The “nobbiest” line of shirts to be found in Nashville in 1906 was at O.G. Munroe’s The Star clothing store, according to a May item in The News. That store occupied in this 1908 photo by Henry C. Glasner’s establishment. Note the plentiful hitching rails. This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News, May 3, 1983. She wrote: Front page stories in the Nashville News ofsome three-quarters ofa century ago were largeiZy grouped without headlines iunder a catch-all column ■titled “Local and Personal." Everythingfrom one-line ads to lengthyparagraphs ofedi­ torial content was apt to be found in the L & P category. For today’s Memories ofthe Past, we have gleaned some ofthe items appearing in that Page 1 column ofthe News exactly 77 years ago today — in the issue of May 3, 1906.) Plow repairs at Pratt’s. The best everyday shirt only 50 cents at McDerby’s. Oats sowing is nearly completed and com planting now in order. The nobbiest line of shirts to be found in Nashville at Munroe’s. Ernest Hecox and George McWha were at Grand Rapids yesterday. Joe Hurd has been quite busy the last week doctoring invalid automobiles. Rev. Estes J. Hawks of Onondaga was in the village a few days this week. J.S. Greene is making the baseball suits for the new Nashville baseball team. Peter Rothaar and son Earl passed Sunday at John Marshall’s in Maple Grove. Try alabastine on your w&Ms, clean, beautiful and "cheap. * In all Shades. Glasgow. I want to buy two car loads of good beans, quick. Who has them? J.B. Marshall. If assortment and lowest price interest you, see Von Fumiss for wallpaper and paint. Miss Marie Rasey was home from the Western Normal College, Kalamazoo, over Sunday. Albert Hecox lost the end of a thumb on a spindle carv­ er at Lentz factory this morn­ ing. Bicycles bought, sold and exchanged; all kinds of sup­ plies in stock and ordered at the Exchange. A.P. Denton started Monday morning for Lake Ann, Benzie County, for his yearly camping trip. Albert Lentz went to Detroit Saturday night to visit his daughter, Mrs. Will Kuhlman, over Sunday. Miss Bessie Hinckley of 06810483 NOTICE Castleton Township is looking for a person(s) interested in serving on the Board of Review. You must be a regis­ tered voter and a property taxpayer in Castleton Township. Knowledge of property values would be help­ ful. The position is by appointment, the term is for two (2) years, and it is a paid position. The Board of Review meets in July, December, and March. Please send a let­ ter of intent along with some background information to: Castleton Township Clerk 915 Reed St., PO Box 679 Nashville, MI 49073 The deadline is May 15, 2013 Castleton Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer. the News office is taking a couple of weeks of vacation, visiting her parents near Lacey. B.B. Downing has moved his family into Mrs. Russell’s house on the comer of Washington and Philips This circa 1910 photo of members and friends of Hi Walrath’s village band may streets. Glenn Young and family have been among the number who furnished music for open-air concerts for the sumhave moved out of their mer season starting May 5,1906. Hiram Walrath was a longtime local musician who home, which is in the hands had charge of the Nashville band and also conducted an orchestra to entertain at varofthe carpenters for material ious events. Pictured (from left) are Elton Clifford, Edwin Kane, C.O. “Ab” Mason, Bill alterations. Ackett, Kent Nelson, Frank Purchis, Carl Lentz, Tom Copeland, Herbie Walrath and Our oil heaters will take Guy Hummel. the chill from the room Hastings, in remitting for his that place, Sunday, of heart have heard Senator nights and morning. No subscription to the News, failure consequent upon an Glasgow’s fine address on smell and very little bother. our state institutions ... All says, “I have been a sub­ attack of the grippe. Only $3.50. Glasgow. J.S. Beigh and family will would have a much better scriber for nearly 33 years, Dr. E.T. Morris of this vil­ or from the date that it was move about the middle of knowledge ofthem and what lage has been appointed established and it has this month to Plainwell, they are doing and a greater examining physician for the become a household necessi­ Allegan County, where Mr. appreciation of Michigan’s U.S. Marine Corps of this Beigh and his son, Clayton, splendid work in caring for district, this being made an ty-” Mrs. L. McKinnis was of South Haven, wifi start a her wards. Each would pay examining station. brought home Saturday night department store. Nashville his state taxes more cheerful­ Mrs. John Messimer of from the university hospital people regret t6 lose Mr. ly when he knew for what Detroit was in the village the at Ann Arbor. No operation Beigh and his estimable fam­ objects the. money was latter part of last week, being was performed, the physi­ ily, but will wish them abun­ expended.” called here by the illness and cians deciding that one was dant success in their new Our article last week about death of her mother, Mrs. not necessary. She stood the home. Plainwell is a hustling the quartet of scandal-mon­ Ann Eliza McMore. trip home nicely. little town in a good country, gers seems to have stirred The Hastings Banner is 50 A party of Vermontville and in getting Messrs. Beigh them up wonderfully and not years old this week, but young men who drove over for business • men is to be only the four who were instead of starting into its in an automobile Saturday congratulated. specifically referred to, but a dotage as might be expected evening, were held up here In these days of strife number of others who at that age, it is still growing until after midnight while between two great political thought they were. Funny, and gets bigger and better their machine was being parties, we must remember isn’t it, how the hit bird with age. repaired and put in running that after all we are just a always flutters? Mrs. Chas. Walrath will order. band of brothers here on not be at Mrs. lines’ this Woman’s Literacy Club earth, traveling from the era-, week Friday to organize her class in needlework, owing will meet with Mrs. Bennett, die to the grave. We live side PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: to the quarantine, but will be May 8th. Roll call: musical by side, our children attend All real estate advertising in this news­ celebrities of Vienna. the same school and after the paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act here Friday of next week, and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which Arrangements have been smoke of the battle has May 11. collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ The trout fishing season completed whereby the cleared away, we will still be nation based on race, color, religion, sex, Nashville band will give friends and neighbors. Let opened Tuesday. Very few handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to Nashville fishermen were open-air concerts on every the bitter things go unsaid. make any such preference, limitation or out, and those who went alternate Saturday afternoon At best, life is short, and we discrimination?’ Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with were not proudly exhibiting during the summer; the first get out of it a full measure of parents or legal custodians, pregnant their baskets when they concert to be given Saturday, sorrow. Let us in our little women and people securing custody of May 5, from 2 to 4 o ’ clock. children under 18. city live as one big, goodreturned home. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate County School Besides the band, other natured family. which is in violation of the law. Our musical specialties will be Senator Glasgow (of Commissioner J.C. Ketcham readers are hereby informed that all Nashville) gave an address at dwellings advertised in this newspaper is conducting eighth grade given at these concerts. are available on an equal opportunity Mrs. E. Feighner and Mrs. the Methodist Church at examination this morning at basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. the parlors of the Nashville Len W. Feighner were at Hastings Sunday night on The HUD toll-free telephone number for Club, the school house being Hillsdale Tuesday, attending “Our State Institutions,” and the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. the funeral of Mrs. Rachel referring to it the Banner this closed for fumigation. Myron Sutherland of Putnam, formerly of this vil­ week says: “We wish every lage who died at her home at reader of the Banner could 06799959 opportunity �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, May 4, 2013 — Page 11 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Syrup association does great job cleaning up fcWttM it r itt bt id Sac inu ta'ifeifc'i’i k » a sm-JI jpij MjiiRIEiil® ski ip/si'Tni'j ’Iwi. krk flKfflti®?'’ qjh jgi feni.Eii’^F (t kitekif* oiptJ tke. m*J « > k 5*5>5 0 *«* k 4 i It i 1 1**^1» 1 1»» ’» tX *.*%»[ i I II To the editor: Every year when the Maple Syrup Festival comes to town, I am amazed at the number of people who attend, and by the amount of trash they produce. I just want to thank Monte O’Dell, Teny Saaman, the Syrup Association, and any­ one else who helps erase the mess left behind when every­ one goes home Sunday after­ noon. In all my years of liv- LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FORECLOSURE NOTICE This FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & firm is a debt collector attempting SMITH, P.O. IS ATTEMPTING to collect a debt. Any information TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY obtained will be used for this pur­ pose. If you are in the Military, INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ please contact our office at the POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR number listed below. MORT­ OFFICE AT THE NUMBER GAGE SALE — Default has been made in the conditions of a cer­ BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN tain mortgage made by: Scott ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Stanard, A Married Man and April DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Y. Stanard, His Wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Mortgage made on July 18, 2005, Inc. as nominee for Top Flite by Ruth A. Dahlman, a single Financial, Inc., its successors woman, as Mortgagor, given by and assigns, Mortgagee, dated her to MainStreet Savings Bank, March 25, 2009 and recorded FSB, whose address is 629 West April 3, 2009 in Instrument # State Street, Hastings, Michigan 20090403-0003739 Barry County 49058, as Mortgagee, and Records, Michigan. Said mort­ recorded on July 21, 2005, in the gage was assigned to: Bank of office of the Register of Deeds for America, N.A., successor by Barry County, j Michigan, in merger to BAG Home Loans Instrument Number 1149805, Servicing, LP fka Countrywide which mortgage was assigned to Home Loans Servicing LP, by assignment dated October 24, Commercial- Bank, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be 2011 and recorded November 7, in Instrument # due and unpaid, as of the date of 2011 this Notice, the sum of Fifty 201111070010442 on which mortgage there is claimed to be Thousand Seventy-Five and 84/100 Dollars ($50,075.84); and due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty Thousand Six no suit or proceeding at law or in Hundred Thirty-Five Dollars and equity having been instituted to Cents recover the debt or any part Twenty-Seven ($160,635.27) including interest thereof secured by said 5.5% per annum. Under the Mortgage, and the power of sale power of sale contained in said in said Mortgage having become mortgage and the statute in such operative by reason of such case made and provided, notice default; NOTICE IS HEREBY is hereby given that said mort­ GIVEN that on Thursday, May 16, gage will be foreclosed by a sale 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the after­ of the mortgaged premises, or noon, at the Barry County some part of them, at public in Courthouse Hastings, venue, Circuit Court of Barry Michigan, that being one of the County at 1:00PM on May 16, places for holding the Circuit 2013 Said premises are situated Court for Barry County, there will in Township of Assyria, Barry be offered for sale and sold to the County, Michigan, and are highest bidder or bidders at pub­ described as: A parcel of land located in the Southeast onelic auction or venue for purposes quarter of Section 11, Town 1 of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage,.togeth- North, Range 7 West, beginning er with all allowable costs of sale on the South line of said Section 11 distance 754.00 feet West and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said from the Southeast comer of said Section 11; thence West along Mortgage mentioned and said South Section line 333.00 described as follows: LAND SIT­ feet; thence North at right angles UATED IN THE CITY OF HAST­ to said South Section line 600.00 INGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, feet; thence East parallel to said MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: South Section line 333.00 feet; The East 52 feet of Lot 802 of the thence South 600.00 feet to the City of Hastings, according to the place of beginning. Commonly recorded plat thereof, City of known as 9755 Cox Rd, Bellevue Barry Hastings, County, Ml 49021 The redemption period Michigan. Also Including: An shall be 6 months from the date easement for the purpose of of such sale, unless determined maintaining an existing garage abandoned in accordance with and driveway upon the following MCL 600.3241 or MCL described property: The North 75 600.3241a, in which case the feet of the East 4 feet of the West redemption period shall be 30 14 feet of Lot 802 of the City of days from the date of such sale, Hastings, according to the or upon the expiration of the required by MCL recorded plat thereof, City of notice 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later; Hastings, Barry County, Michigan. Commonly known or unless MCL 600.3240(17) address: 128 1/2 W. Center applies. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 32 of the Revised Judicature Act Parcel ID Number: 08-55-201of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, 244-00 The period within which the borrower will be held respon­ the above premises may be sible to the person who buys the redeemed shall expire six (6) property at the mortgage foreclo­ months from the date of sale, sure sale or to the mortgage unless determined abandoned in holder for damaging the property accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. during the redemption period. 600.3241a, in which case the Dated: 4/13/2013 Bank of redemption period shall be 30 America, N.A., successor by days from the time of such sale. merger to BAG Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Dated: April 5, 2013 FOSTER, Home Loans Servicing LP, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. of Mortgagee COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin Assignee & Potestivo J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Attorneys: Mortgagee Attorneys for Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Attorneys f Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 13-78369 (04-13)(05-04) 371-8253 (04-13)(05-04) 06809595 06809570 ing in Vermontville, I have gone to work on Tuesday, and would never know that anything other than normal everyday life had occurred over the weekend. I appreci­ ate the dedication to keeping our community clean and safe. Carla Rumsey, Vermontville Everett earns doctorate from MSU Michael Everett, a 1989 Maple Valley graduate and former Vermontville resident, recently received his Ph.D. from Michigan State University. He is currently employed as a teacher working with future agriculture, food and natural resources educators at MSU. He is the son of Leon and Cherie Everett of Vermontville. A cupcake is the overall winning entry for cooking contest Kylie Chapman wins Best Overall for the entry of a maple laden, apple spiced cupcake at the first cooking contest sponsored by the Vermontville Township Libraiy. The contest had 18 entries in seven categories. For the grand prize win­ ning entry, Chapman received a sash with the library’s logo and the words “Maple Syrup Cooking Contest Grand Champion.” Each category winner received an apron embroi­ dered with a maple leaf and the words “Vermontville Maple Syrup Cooking con­ test winner.” The winners are (by pategory), cake, Kylie Chapman; pies, Margaret Cook; other deserts, Fred Yutzy; cookies, Margaret Cook; breads, Elizabeth Reist; main and sides, Margaret Cook; any other item, Amy Jo Kinyon. Kylie Chapman wins the Best Overall award at the cooking contest held during the Maple Syrup Festival Saturday, April 27, with this apple spiced maple cup­ cake. 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Learn more about lithium-ion battery powered tools at www.blackanddecker.com/rcchargc. �Page 14 — Ju« Say *Ae Mverteed m the Maple Valley News’ Saturday May 4,2013 Lion baseball sees its KVA record evened at 5-5 Maple Valley’* varsity baseball team swept rival Olivet 10-7 and 7-5 to pel its fourth and fifth wins of the Kalamazoo Valley Aaaociation season Tuesday The Lions though were also swept in the league Wednesday, falling 15-9 and 11-4 to Pennfleld and are now 5-5 in the conference. Olivet came on strong late in game one of the double­ header T uesday. scoring three times in the top of the siKth inning to tie the game at 7-7. but the Lion* rallied for three runs in the home half of the inning to get the win. Beau Johnson w as 3-for-4 with three RBI and two run* to lead the Lion attack One of his three hits was a dou­ ble. Andrew Brighton and Tyler Hickey had two hits apiece, a single and a double each. They both drove in one run, a* did Kyle Brumm, Tommy Mudge and Anthony Mahler. Mahler had a pair of singles. The Lions put together 11 hit* to Score their ten runs. Austin Gonscr got the win. striking out seven and walking two The Eagles had five hits off of him, and had tome help from the Lion defense in scoring their seven runs as only two of them were earned. Andrew Brighton was credited with a save, allow­ ing just one walk in the sev­ enth inning. The Lions trailed game two J *4) heading into the top of the third, but scored three times in the third and four more times in the fourth to notch the victory. Mudge was the only Lion with two hits, a pair of sin­ gles. Gonser had a triple, walked once, and scored two The Lions had 11 hits as well, three each for Hickey and Brumm. Hickey had a double and an RBI. Erwin, Mahler and Mudge also had RBIs. Brighton had two sin­ gles. Gonser had a double. Last Friday, the Lions split their league double­ header with visiting Kalamazoo Christian. The Lions took game one 6-4. They led 6-1 after six innings, then held on as the Comets scored three times in the top of the seventh. Maple Valley scored its six runs with just three hits, a double by Hickey and sin­ gles off the bats of Gonser and Johnson. Johnson drove in three runs, also walking twice. Gonser. Hickey and Mahler had one RBI each. Gonser got the win. He struck out seven and walked three, while giving up just two hits through the first five innings. Johnson came on to record the save. He struck out two, walked three and gave up five hits and all four earned runs. Maple Valley scored the late runs in game two. get­ ting three in the top of the seventh inning to win 4-2. After the fine pitching per­ formance in game one. Gonser picked it up with the bat in game two and knocked three singles. Brighton, Mudge and Hickey had two hits each. The Lions had ten hits total, also getting a single from Brumm. Hickey had two RBI and Mudge and Mahler had one apiece. Brighton scored the win on the mound, giving up one hit and striking out three over the course of the final two innings. Mudge started for the Lions and was solid, striking out three and walking one in five innings. He did allow seven hits. Lion shortstop Sammy Benedict hauls in a ground­ ball on the edge of the infield grass during Friday's dou­ bleheader against Kalamazoo Christian in Vermontville. (Photo by Perry Hardin) runs. Brighton doubled, scored a run and drove in two. Hickey also had a dou­ ble and an RBI. Johnson sin­ gled once, walked once and scored twice for the Lions. Brumm and Johnson split the pitching duties. Brumm got the win, allowing four earned runs in three innings. He walked one, struck out one and gave up eight hits. Johnson struck out one and allowed just two hits in earn­ ing the save over the course of the final three innings. Pennfield showed its power in scoring 15-9 and 11 -4 wins over the Lions in Vermontville Wednesday. The Panthers put together 21 hits in the game one vic­ tory. Garrett Miller was 1 -for-4 with a double and three RBI for the Lions, while Mahler added two singles and two RBI. Johnson and Gonser added a pair of singles each as well. The Lions managed 12 hits total, also including a double by Brighton and sin­ gles from Brandon Erwin, Hickey, Brumm and Mudge. Mudge,. Brumm and Erwin each scored twice. In game two, Mudge went the distance for the Lions on the mound. He struck out four and walked four while giving up 11 hits. Lions just behind DK golfers at Thornapple Kellogg Invite America's ffl Selling Storm Door Energy Saving Solutions at Affordable Prices. Great Selection. Unbeatable Value. DID YOU KNOW... Adding a storm door can save up to 45% energy loss through the opening. 830-80 RotractaMo Screen • Disappearing retractable screen ♦or b cOttr Ma* * DuraTechB DuraT surface tetanc® • Bt*m finssh matching r and ttenor levers with built-in Limited Lifetime Warran The Lions’ Andrew Brighton gets his bat on the ball during Friday’s KVA double­ header against Kalamazoo Christian in Vermontville. (Photo by Perry Hardin) L "Tw HOMETOWN! lnSKSST LUMBER & HARDWARE Mon. thru bat. 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Just two strokes separated Kalamazoo Valley Association foes Delton Kellogg and Maple Valley in the middle of the pack at the 18-team Thomapple Kellogg Invitational Friday at Yankee Springs Golf Course. The Panthers were 11th with a score of 357, while the Lions finished 12th at 359. Comstock Park took the day’s championship, with four golfers finishing among the top ten. The Comstock Park Panthers shot a 316, led by Colten Kropf and Ryan Gayer who tied for fifth indi­ vidually with a pair of 78s. Comstock Park also had Nick VanOost shoot a 79 to tie for seventh and Cameron Lucas an 81 to tie for ninth. Forest Hills Northern was second on the day with a 322, followed by West Catholic 325, Forest Hills Eastern 335, Hamilton 335, DeWitt 338, Byron Center 340, Northview 348, Plainwell 348, Greenville 349, Delton Kellogg 357, Maple Valley 359, Wayland 362, Hopkins 392, Thomapple Kellogg 406, Thomapple Kellogg *B’ 441, Wyoming 477 and Kelloggsville 499. Rage Sheldon led the Maple Valley Lions with an 88. Hunter Hilton added an 89, Jordan Denton 90 and Nick Iszler 92. Sarah Shipley, from Delton, finished in 22ndplace with an 86. Teammate Zack Simon was right behind her with an 89. Delton also got a 90 from Conner Worm and a 92 from Alex Lepird. Hamilton’s Nick Carlson and West Catholic’s Sam Weatherhead tied for medal­ ist honors on the day, each shooting a 1-over-par 73. Forest Hills Northern had Spencer Schab shoot a 74 and Austin Reynolds a 77 to place third and fourth respec­ tively. Plainwell’s Peter Torres tied VanOost for seventh place at 79. Taylor Vansolkema from Byron Center, Owen Beyer from DeWitt and Devin Reinenger from Forest Hills Eastern made up the group with Lucas who tied for ninth with 81 s. Maple Valley finished second in its KVA Tri match at Thornapple Creek Golf Course Monday, between Schoolcraft and Kalamazoo Christian. The Eagles fired a 167, the Lions 176 and Kalamazoo Christian 191. Sheldon led the Lions with a 40, which put him in a tie for second place on the day. Denton added a 43, Ryan Mudge 46 and Hilton 47. Schoolcraft’s Phil Pelton and Ryan Gove each shot a 38. The Eagles just got a 40 from Jeffrey Scott, a 43 from Austin Crandle and a 46 from Chris Kolbe. Behind Gove for Kalamazoo Christian, Taylor Resh and Jared Wenke each shot a 48 and Austin Kenworthy shot a 57. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 4,2013 — Page 15 History of Vermontville Parti ^OttOn^ Ott •- jjjijaiUflW s SsS? > if' Cfcs-®B1U ■#<! ;j>?& 0»5 V fA «•* Compiled by Frances E. Shepard This was the northwest territory to these Vermonters, especially Rev. Sylvester Cochrane, who led his little band to find land like there was in Vermont. Rev. Cochrane came here in 1835 and found the settlers too scattered for school or church. At home in Vermont, he found signers for Rules and Regulations for a Union Colony. Scouts, with the signers’ money in a cowhide valise, came by the Erie Canal to Battle Creek, from there to the land offices in Kalamazoo and Ionia. Searching, they found the land with only one parcel of 80 acres that had been pur­ chased in the township by Reuben Sanford and his wife, Susannah, and daugh­ ter, Mary. Their son, Henry, was the first bom in the colony in the house of I.C. Culver and one of the first to give his life in the Civil War. Thirty-six names are on the Rules and Regulations of this Union Colony. This doc­ ument is unique and is on file in the office ofthe register of deeds of Eaton County. A committee of two was set up to pass on the worthi­ ness of the applicants for membership. To be accepted, one had to be definitely and thoroughly opposed to the use of liquor in any form. A committee of three was named to journey to Michigan to explore and pur­ chase land for the colony. They were to buy three square miles of land, or 5,760 acres, and as much more as they may have funds to purchase. No individual member was allowed to take more than one farm lot of 160 acres and one village lot of 10 acres within the limits of the settlement. They could take a five-acre lot in the vil­ lage and an 80-acre farm. These farms were to be locat­ ed around the village. They allowed the village lots taken as the settlers came, but the farm lots were to be the first Monday in October 1836. With the drawing of these, each was to give a note of $25 due in two years for defraying the expenses of building a meeting house and 80 acres be reserved for a parsonage. Thirty-six persons’ names were on this document and more were added later. Only a few stayed to build their homes here, others went to other parts of Michigan. S.S.- Church, William G. Henry and J.B. Scovill were members of the scouting committee and were assigned the task of buying the land. After purchasing the land March 27, 1836, they returned to the site and laid out the village according to plans drawn up in Vermont. One mile, 40 rods long east and west and one- half mile north and south. There were 36 lots, each Voted that cattle and 20 rods in width, extending horses be permitted 80 rods, containing 10 acres to run at large in said each. From the four center town, but the owner lots, one-acre was taken for is to be liable for damages the village square. The farm when they shall break over lots of 160 acres were locat­ a decent fence, in which ed around the village as case the fence-viewers agreed in Vermont for the shall decide whether the sum of $212.50 for both. fence is decent or not. The village was located on a hill; at the foot of it to the south the Thomapple River ized said meeting by choos­ and a branch of the Scipio to ing Samuel Selden, esquire, the west, running to the north as moderator and S.S. to Round Lake. The sur­ Church township clerk, who veyed Clinton and administered the oath pre­ Kalamazoo Canal, into scribed by law to each other, which they had put so much when proclamation was hope, never materialized, made of the organization of and the panic of 1837 came. said meeting. Michigan fever abated, there The ballots being taken for was no sale for land at any supervisor, Orin Dickinson price, but these early settlers was duly elected. commenced work of making S.S: Church was then cho­ homes in this wilderness. sen township clerk. By 1837, the village S.S. Church, Samuel stretched out a mile long Selden and John Hart elected from east to west with two assessors. rows of log houses fronting Walter S. Fairfield was the street, along with one elected collector and consta­ frame house built by W.J. ble. Squier. Located from 10 to Elected S.S. Church and 40 rods apart, these small Bezaleel Taft directors of the structures had low ceilings, poor. often going upstairs on a lad­ Elected Orin Dickinson, der through a hole in one cor­ Jay Hawkins and Bezaleel ner, a trap door in the floor to Taft road commissioners. get down the cellar. Elected Franklin Hawking Fireplaces were made of poormaster. stone and clay with chim­ Elected Reuben Sanford, neys made of sticks and plas­ Levi Merrill Jr. and Sidney tered with mud on the B. Gates fence-viewers. insides. The floors were split Elected Jacob Fuller, out of white ash lying on Harvey Williams and round stringers with a hewed Samuel S. Hoyt overseers of upper surface to make them highways. as smooth as possible; roofed Elected Orin Dickinson, with peeled basswood bark. John Hart and Levi Merrill Log houses which succeeded Jr. school inspectors. them were shingled with oak Elected Samuel Seldon, “shakes,” and warping under S.S. Church, Samuel C. S. the summer sun, they shed Hoyt and Orin Dickinson rain fairly well, but the wind- justices of the peace. driven snow sifted in freely. Elected Orin Dickinson Just after" Michigan for the term of one year, S.S. became a state, legislature Church for two years, approved March 11, 1837, Samuel S. Hoyt for three provided that “all that por­ years and Samuel Selden for tion of the county of Eaton, four years. designated in the United Voted to raise the sum of States survey as townships two-hundred dollars on the three and four North, of taxable property in said range six West and three and township, to be appropriated four North of range five to building bridges and mak­ West, and the same is, here­ ing roads in said township. by set off and organized into Voted to raise the sum of a separate township by the two-hundred dollars on the name of Vermontville .and taxable property of said the first township meeting township for defraying the therein shall be held in said town expenses for the cur­ “township.” rent year. From this territory have Voted that cattle and hors­ since been formed the town­ es be permitted to run at ships of Chester, March 24, large in said town, but the 1839; Sunfield, February owner is to be liable for dam­ 1842; and Roxand, March ages when they shall break 19, 1843; leaving the present over a decent fence, in which township of Vermontville to case the fence-viewers shall include only the southwest decide whether the fence is quarter of its original area, or decent or not. town, three north in range six Voted that hogs be permit­ west. ted to run at large. The following account of Voted that Jay Hawkins, the first township meeting is Jacob Fuller, S.S. Church from the township records: and Samuel Seldon be the "... under the name of board of inspectors of elec­ Vermontville, the electors tion. met at the town-house in said Voted to dissolve the Vermontville, agreeably to meeting. previous notice, on the first Monday in April and organ- The Northstars take the championship and conclude the 25th season of Kellogg Floor Hockey. The Northstar team is represented by (back row, from left) coach Ed Sheldon, Billy Nelson, and assistant coach Rob Sheldon, (front) Eston Sheldon, Collin Thames, Hanna Pixley, Lane Pixley, Celeste Feasel, Brenna Simpson, Cassidy Simpson and Briana Kikendal. Northstars win the Kellogg Floor Hockey League 25th season playoffs The Northstars of the Kellogg Floor Hockey League are the champions of the 25th year of league com­ petition after winning in a competitive final playoff round according to David Hustwick. The Kellogg Floor Hockey League started in 1989 as part of the Maple Valley Community Ed and this season the YMCA of Barry County sponsored the event. The league had ten teams with close to 100 par­ ticipants? Second through sixth graders play in the league, said Hustwick. The Maple Leaf team had an undefeated 2013 regular KFHL season, but were defeated by the Rangers in the semi-final playoff game, 3-2. It was the longest game in KFHL history going two minutes into the third over­ time before Andrew Sebastian scored the winning goal for the Rangers. The second place team in the regular season, the Northstars, won the final game, 6-2 over the Rangers. Lane Pixley of the Northstars, was the playoffs Most Valuable Player. FREE Landscaping ates Contact Chris at 517-749-5218 § 5715 South M-66, Nashville 2 REFRESHINGLY AFFORDABLE AIR CONDITIONING Don’t risk paying too much to keep your home comfortable. 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The Panther* *cored lour run* in the trip of the firvl and two in the lop of the *econd on their way to a 7-5 win in game one. In game two. the Pant her* *cored twice in the bottom of the find and lour time* in the bottom of the tecond Maple Valley would rally though to take a one- run lead after the bottom of the fifth. Pennfield answered that Lion charge though, eventually scoring an 11-7 victory Maple Valley struck find in that second game, getting two run* in the top of the firvl Pennfield answered to go up 6-2. Maple Valley bat­ tled back with two runs in the third, two in the fourth and then one in the top of the fifth to lead 7-6. Pennfield took control of the game back with four runs in the bottom of the fifth, then tacked on an insurance run in the bottom of the sixth. Alma Johncock had a big game for the Lion* in the lo*», going 3-for-4 with three runs scored and an RBI. Maggie Scmrau and McKailey Bodenmuller drove in two runt each. Bodenmuller wax 2-for-3 with a home run and also walked once. Tesla Meade and Emily Mattocks also had two hit* each for the Lion*. Taylor Medina took the Io** in the circle, pitching for the Lion*. She *truck out four and walked two while allowing eight hit* in six innings of action. Only three of the 11 run* against her were earned. After the early offense in game one against Lion starter Johncock, Pennfield had to hold on in game two The Lion* scored once in the bottom of the third, once Maple Valley shortstop Timara Burd scoops up a bouncing ball during Friday’s doubleheader against Kalamazoo Christian in Nashville. (Photo by Perry Hardin) lead for good with four runs in the bottom of the third. Semrau had two more hits in game two. and Johncock, Meade and Mattocks had one each. Semrau and Meade drove in the two Lion runs. Medina took the pitching loss, striking out four and walking seven in six innings. She allowed six hits and six earned runs. Last Friday, the Lions dropped both games of their doubleheader with Kalamazoo Christian in Nashville. The Comets look game one 10-0 and game two 15-0. Lion pitcher Taylor Medina fires the ball towards the plate during her team's KVA doubleheader against Kalamazoo Christian Friday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) in the fifth and twice in the sixth to pull within 7-4. then tac ked on another run in the bottom of the seventh to make it a two-run game Johncock was 2-for-3 with a run scored to lead the Lion offense, struck out four and didn't walk a batter while pitching. The Panther* did manage ten hit* off of her, but only three of the seven run* they scored were earned Scmrau also had two hits for the Lions. Mattocks and Tamara Tryon had two RBI each, and Medina had one. The Lion* are now 1-9 in the KVA this season. It was a busy few days for the Lions in the league. They dropped two games against Olivet Tuesday, falling 15-5 and 8-2 against the visiting Eagles. Timara Burd. Johncock and Semrau had two hits each for the Lions, who had seven hits total including home run* from Semrau and Meade. Those two had two RBIs each, and Johncock also drove in a Lion run. Johncock took the loss, allowing 16 Eagle hits. She walked seven and struck out nine. It was only 1-0 after four innings, but Olivet exploded for four runs in the top of the fifth, five in the sixth and five more in the seventh. The Lions scored twice in the opening inning of game two, but the Eagles took the Kent Oil & Propane, Inc. We Deliver Jk 735 Durkee Street, Nashville, MI Phone (517) 852-9210 or (800) 638-7484 State Licensed Installers • Responsive, Dependable Service Competitive Prices • Radio Dispatched Trucks Budget Plan • Auto-fill Plan $1.00 Lifetime Lease Fee (Based on 500-gal. min. annual • We install and service pool heaters! Maple Valley High names its Athletes of the Week Maple Valley High School has named Timara Burd from the varsity softball team and Anthony Mahler from the varsity boys’ track and field team its Athletes of the Week. — Now offering — NEW CUSTOMER SPECIALS FOR 2013-2014 HEATING SEASON i Now offering diesel fuel pre-buyfor Harvest SERVING FUEL NEEDS FOR OVER 70 YEARS � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-05-11.pdf 64078dab494b8f0290215ff01761db3b PDF Text Text APLE ne Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. i ' » > *" v> - 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 19, May 11, 2013 A local paper of today! Maple Valley names top 10 students of 2013 - Maple Valley High School has announced the top 10 stu­ dents for the class of 2013. The top 10 students are cho­ sen by a formula that includes both grade point average and ACT scores. Robert Welch is the top senior scholar with a GPA 3.9544 and an ACT compos­ ite score of 32. He is the son of Elizabeth Welch of Nashville, and David Welch of Reynoldsburg, Ohio. Academic achievements and honors include National Honor Society, high honors, Quiz Busters Jr., jazz band, basketball, choir, honors choir and soccer. Community service and hobbies include mission trips to Atlanta, playing piano and singing in the shower. Inspired by: Bill Nye the Science Guy. Life philosophy or motto: “What’s life without its whimsy?” Favorite quote: “A day may come when the courage of men fails ... but it is not this day. See TOP 10, pg. 6 Colton Parish-Miller Alivia Johncock Brandon Erwin Cody Dixon Gretchen Hakenjos Garret Mater Jacob Clark Nathaniel VanStee Ryan Tyler Robert Welch Water loss leads Nashville council to apply for grant by Shari Carney StaffWriter Water loss amounts would raise the chance of getting a grant, said Don DeVries and Lynnelle Berkenpas of Fleis and Vandenbrink Engineering Inc. during the Nashville Village Council meeting Thursday, April 25. And the village is losing nearly 36 percent of its water. DeVries said the project plan had been on display in the village office for the required 30 days and intro­ duced Berkenpas, who said the village water system needs some improvements to be reliable. Berkenpas added that loan rates are very low, at 2 percent. There is a possi­ bility of principle forgive­ ness, and the village may receive free money. The current water system has four-inch diameter water mains, which are no longed allowed to be installed. Current requirements are six to eight inches. “Some have been in the ground 120 years ... some as early as 1892,” said Berkenpas, adding, “You are paying for water that is dis­ appearing due to the aging system.” Normal water loss is 10 percent, said Berkinpas who quoted a rising loss total for the village of 16.7 percent in 2009; 18 percent, 2010; 32.1 percent, 2011 and 35.7 per­ cent in 2012. See GRANT, pg. 11 Nashville to retain local police coverage Department 4 receives overwhelming show of support by Shari Carney Staff Writer ‘Little Mermaid Jr.' wraps up this weekend Special effects mark this underwater scene with vivid colors for the “Little Mermaid Jr.” now in its final three shows, Saturday, May 11, at 3 and 7 p.m., and Sunday, May 12, at 3 p.m. Tickets for adults are $10, seniors (age 62) and students $8, children 12 and under $5. Reserved seating is recommended and available by calling 517-749­ 1229 or emailing therevue1@yahoo.com. Main Street Theatre is located at 301 N. Main St., Nashville. In discussions over the past several months, com­ plaints have been made against the local police department, most often dur­ ing public-comment portions of the regular Nashville Village Council meetings by a couple of citizens. In response, the council has dis­ cussed offering to poll citi­ zens to see whether con­ stituents wish to retain a local police department or rely on the Barry County Sheriff’s Department for coverage. During the April 25 coun­ cil meeting, president Frank Dunham read numerous let­ ters of support for keeping the local police coverage. No letters of support were received by any member of council to eliminate the local coverage. State Rep. Mike Callton, Maple Valley Schools Superintendent Ronna Steel, Maple Valley School Board President April Heinze, See POLICE, page 9 In This Issue • Maple Valley Band earns silver, gold and praise in Chicago • Fraudulent money scams again circulating in Nashville • Governor picks Eaton County prosecutor for judge post • Maple Valley fifth grade teacher teaching ‘health is wealth’ �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 11,2013 Maple Valley Band earns silver, gold and praise in Chicago Members of the Maple Valley High School Band lived like tourists when they arrived in Chicago last month, visiting the Museum of Science and Industry, staying in suites in a five-star hotel, swimming in the hotel pool and eating at a medieval restaurant. But the next day, they were more like professional musicians, dressed in their finest, playing on stage, being critiqued. The concert and jazz bands both played for nation­ ally renowned judges. The concert band played three numbers, said band director Dennis Vanderhoef, 'followed by a clinic from each of the judges who comment­ ed on the performance. “The judges were very pleased with our level ofper- The Maple Valley High School Band, under the direction of Dennis Vanderhoef, competes in Chicago before three adjudicators. Two judges gave silver ratings and one a gold. The Windy City was home for members of the Maple Valley High School Band as they experienced a five-star hotel with a four-course meal at the Drury Theater the third weekend of April. Dressed in their finery are (front, from left) Shamin Rowley, Sam Bonney, Nate Van Stee, Wyatt Ledford, Alexandria Ermel, Matt Reid, Austin Rood, Colton Parish, Lee Christopher, (standing) Elizabeth Rushford, Hailey Bennett, Yulanda Sheridan, Meghann Zank, Kristen Chambers, Courtney Walker, Lyndi Rose, Abby Smith, Siera Rose, Alicia Carter, Skylar Chapman, Catie Eldridge, Jeannie Hale, SaVanhah Van Stee, Zandra Siple, Haley Cook, Anna Pash, Robbie Welch, Ian Hunt, Megan Hunt, Zac Thompson, John Vincent, Garrett Lesage, Colton Reid, Jessica Eaton, Doey Fighter, Megan Green, Corey Hricovsky, Mary Jones, Heather Rockwell, Travis Rockwell, Sara Line, Bailey Weiler, Emily Mattocks, director Dennis Vanderhoef, ■’-Jason Green, Ben Crane, Chandler Reckling, Shara Gillean, Jordan Jenkins, Austin Ledford and Nick Adsit. Fraudulent money scams again circulating in Nashville An elderly woman received a phone call that she had won something, reported Nashville Police Chief Jerry Schray. “[The caller] had her pur­ chase two Green dot Money Pak preloaded cards totaling STIFFLER TOUR N* TRAVEL 9967 N Clinton Tri •Mulliken Ml 48861 517-566-8990 Classic Christmas Markets Oberammergau, Innsbruck Austria, Munich, Wurzburg, Franconia, Nuremberg, Rothenburg, Black Forest, Strasbourg France: DEC. 4-12,2013 $3099 From Grand Rapids Southern Charm Charleston, Beaufort, Savannah, St. Simons Island, Jekyll Island, Amelia Island, Jacksonville and St. Augustine. APRIL 12-18,2014 $2199 $975,” he said, noting that the cards are available at a variety of retailers. “They then called back and had her scratch off the number strip on the back of the card.” With just those numbers, he said, the suspect drained all the money on the cards. “Ifyou receive such a call that you have won some­ thing, you should not have to send money to receive your prize. Just hang up on the caller to prevent becoming a victim of a scam,” Schray warned. “Do not purchase prepaid cards, money orders or .give out any personal information to any one over the phone. Ifyou receive any money orders or any docu­ ments stating that you have won something and they want you to send money to redeem your prize that you know you do not have com­ ing to you, just throw them in the trash.” formance, making reference to the high level of musical training that the kids were able to show,” said Vanderhoef. The judges gave direction on how to continue moving forward with the perform­ ance to take it to the next level, he added. The scoring system for performing arts consultants is not based on a sliding scale. The standard is set for the largest .'schools. “When the band per­ formed, it gave us-a different aspect on what we can do as a group to improve upon what we already know how to do,” said band member Chandler Reckling. Silver ratings were given from two of the judges and a gold from the third. The sil­ ver ratings were very close to gold, and the gold was just above the silver mark, said Vanderhoef. The judge from Texas commented to the kids that very few schools of Maple Valley’s size, can reach this level, he said. The jazz band also per­ formed three selections for the same three judges. All three scored the band a silver rating. Suggestions for improvement centered around placement of players in the set up of the band to maximize strengths, said Vanderhoef. This is one of my favorite desti­ nations and covers the whole island. 13 exciting days. Call for brochure today. JULY 15-27,2014 $4249 § From Grand Rapids | all wealthy, and she replied that they all had exceptional manners, knew how to dress for the evening, and seemed comfortable and at home in a five-star hotel setting. I explained that we did not have kids who had a lot of money, but they all have par­ ents who care, which is the key to their behavior,” said Vanderhoef. The trip concluded with a visit to the Magnificant Mile in downtown Chicago, with attractions including the Hard Rock Cafe, the Rain Forest Cafe, a 1950s style McDonalds and shopping at a variety of stores. “I am very proud of the way our students conducted themselves on the trip. They represented our school and community in an exemplary fashion,” said Vanderhoef. “A special moment for me as their teacher happened when the hotel manager commented on the kids..; She suggested that I have a great job because I get to work with wealthy kids who all come from profes­ sional families. I asked her what made her think our kids were all wealthy, and she replied that they all had exceptional manners, knew how to dress for the evening, and seemed comfortable and at home in a five-star hotel setting. I explained that we did not have kids who had a lot of money, but they all have parents who care, which is the key to their behavior.” Band director Dennis Vanderhoef Governor picks Eaton County prosecutor for judge post Eaton County Prosecuting Attorney Jeffery Sauter has been appointed as a 56th Circuit Court judge by Gov. Rick Snyder. He fills the vacancy, created by the retirement of Judge Calvin Osterhaven. “Jeff Sauter has been a model prosecutor in Eaton County for more than 20 years, and I am confident he will continue his exemplary service- as judge,” Snyder said in a press release issued Thursday. Sauter, of Charlotte, has been in his current role since 1991. He previously served as the chief assistant prose­ cuting attorney and assistant prosecuting attorney. He also From Grand Rapids Shades of Ireland Both groups were awarded a first-place trophy at the awards dinner Saturday night. The awards dinner was a formal dining event with a four-course meal, served at the Drury Theater, complete with crystal chan­ deliers and black-tie- clad waiters. If they had been rated on behavior and conduct off stage, they likely would have received a trio of golds. “A special moment for me as their teacher happened when the hotel manager commented on the kids as we gathered for dinner and the Broadway musical ‘Oliver.’ She suggested that I have a great job because I get to work with wealthy kids who all come from professional families. I asked her what made her think our kids were Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads spent time as an attorney in private practice with the Lansing-based law firm of Hubbard, Fox, Thomas, White and Bengston, and at Kenneth L. Swarthout P.C. in Charlotte. He is active in a number of professional organizations, including the Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention Board, to which he was appointed in 2012. He also served on the board of directors and is past president of the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan and is a former member of the Criminal Justice Information Systems Policy Council. Sauter received a bache­ lor’s degree from Central Michigan University and a law degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School. He will serve the remain­ der of Osterhaven’s term, through Jan. 1,2015. He will need to seek election for a full six-year term in November 2014. ^Diana s M^ ce The Place to Gofor Professional Styling * MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 9647 ' Jjj.. -MW �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 11,2013 — Page 3 Local producers honored at state Angus meeting ’"’’ Hi LS L*S* S IIss * *S** ;t> ***;>>< S tv v ^ SS^ -:iS iS Putnam District Library announces Jessica Smith as the grand prize winner of a pizza party for up to 10 people at Good Time Pizza. Coincidentally, Smith read the most books this winter. •nu St Stu?? &$ **? J* «l>,S1'^, Utot!t! 2 5 1®"W "w S1®wS fe SS These Angus enthusiasts received the Michigan Certificate of Achievement award at the 2013 Michigan Angus Association Annual meeting and banquet, March 10 in Jackson, (seated, from left) Kendra Merriman, Lowell; Kollin Johnson, Quincy; Rachel Reid and Katie Reid, of Eaton Rapids, (standing) Kavina Johnson, Quincy; Katrena Klopfenstein, Galien; Dee Anne Merriman, Lowell; Sterling Reichenbach, Bath; Amanda Kosal, Deckerville; Dylan Kennedy, Nashville; Jack Reid, Eaton Rapids; and Justin Kennedy, Nashville. !!1m 1m ®«® fslin'aivj WeiWoaL •^WtaA MhemtatmafeterlWai HAlSfWftiffeyal wtalwtofatzfi neijjtalkinWto ,ttste^taWtM The men and women elected to serve on the Michigan Angus Association Board of Directors at the 2013 Michigan Angus Association are (from left) Monte Bordner, Sturgis; chairman of the board; Merle Boehmer, Williamston; president; Ken Geuns, Bath; vice president; Nancy Thelen, Saline; secretary; and Lisa Bohlen, Pleasant Ridge; treasurer. Directors (standing) are Steven Fitzner, Wolverine; Clifford Simmons II, Williamston; Daniel Vaassen, Ann Arbor; Kevin Beckington, Merritt; Bob Zellmer, Nashville; Ed Dawson, Hanover; Chuck Preston, Prescott; Kirk Sterzick, Lowell and Scott Foster, Niles. Putnam’s winter reading pizza themed program comes to a close Jessica Smith won the grand prize of a pizza party for 10 at Good Time Pizza. Smith competed with over thirty adults and teens who also participated in Putnam District Library’s annual winter reading program “Carry Out a Good Book.” The program was pizza themed- For each book com­ pleted, readers earned pizza topping stickers to place on their personal pizzas. Each topping equaled an entry into the prize drawing. All prizes were donated by local restau- rants which featured pizza on the menu. “Dig Into Reading” is the summer reading program set to kick off from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 1. This is for readers of all ages. Currently, the library invites families with children to get involved in the Explore 1,000 Books, program. The program is aimed at families with infants through preschoolers and hopes to help grow young readers to be ready for kindergarten. Those who register get a record keeping journal and may earn prizes each time 100 books have been read. Putnam District Library serves the townships of Assyria, Castleton and Maple Grove. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday; 3 to 8 p.m. t jTtwsday ; "jipd Thursday; and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. More infor­ mation about the library can be found at www.putnamlib.org or on its Facebook page. Great strides 10K to raise money for research Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School is hosting a Great Strides 10K Walk to raise funds for cystic fibrosis research at 12:45 p.m. Thursday, May 16. “We need you. Every day, approximately three babies are born with CF in this country, and every day at least one person with CF dies,” said Maggie Semrau, leadership student and chair­ person for the event. “Help is urgently needed to ensure that the rapid pace of CF research continues. The cost of this research continues to escalate as sophisticated, new technology must be developed to save these pre­ cious lives. “By investing in CF research, you are investing in the lives of those with the disease. Working together, we can give the children and young adults with CF the quality of life and the future they deserve,” she said. Each person who raises $100 will earn an official Cystic Fibrosis Foundation T-shirt. “Everyone can be a win­ ner. Additional prizes are available and a good time is guaranteed to be had by all,” said Semrau For more details call Semrau, 616-206-8010. Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12th A mothers love is ours to keep - what a priceless thing to know. Her thoughts stay with us through the years no matter where we go. Nothing else in all this world will ever rise above that single most important thing ofall, a mothers love! FOR A GOOD HOME COOKED MEAL Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices'. Heather Kennedy of Nashville (right) receives the Adult Appreciation Award at the 2013 Michigan Angus Association Annual Meeting and Banquet, March 10 in Jackson. Presenting the award is Kendra Merriman, Michigan Junior Angus Association president. 113 N. Main Nashville 517-852-9700 Hours: Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM Bring Mom to the Country Kettle for dinner. She deserves the best! Ham &Yams Swiss Steak • Roast Turkey OUR CHOICE $105° INCLUDES SOUP & SALAD BAR, DESERT & DRINK! - ALSO PRIME RIB Have a very nice day Mom! ...Jack dr Judy �Page 4 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 11, 2013 Sherman C. Scott William Joy Stanton VERMONTVILLE, MI William Joy Stanton, age 89, of Vermontville, passed away on May 8, 2013 at Woodlawn Meadows, Hastings. He was bom on May 7, 1924 to Asa and Alpharetta (Dingman) Stanton in Bany County. In 1947, he married his first wife, Doris Dull, and to-that union he had three children, Kathleen, Patricia, and Steven. In 1973, he mar­ ried Shirley (Raymond) and they lived in Vermontville. Bill loved working as an Auctioneer, founding Stanton’s Auctioneers in 1954. “...when we began in 1954, we were the only Realtor/Auctioneers in the area at the time. We also handled insurance for a while but then we decided we wanted to focus on the real estate and auctioneer­ ing,” said Bill on the compa­ ny’s 50th anniversary. “It sure is an interesting busi­ ness. Sometimes I wish I could start over and sell all that stuff again.” In his leisure time he enjoyed fish­ ing, especially the Canadian fishing trips he shared with his wife and friends. Bill was a proud member of the 1st Marine Division of the US Marine Corps, serv­ ing in Cape Gloucester, New Guinea, Ne Britain, Peleliu, Pala Islands, Okinawa, and Ryukyu Islands, and China during WWII. He was a member of the 1st Marine Division Association, a Life Member of VFW Post 2406, American Legion Post 222, and the First Congregational Church of Vermontville. He was also a member of the Michigan and National Auctioneers Associations and the Michigan and National Realtors DOBBIN'S COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE CENTER Your Local GM Automotive Specialists LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON M79 Our Diagnostic Computer Software is Compatible With All Makes fir Models 945-0191 fa 1 JEFF DOBB/NS AUTO SERVICE, INC. Owner, Jeff Dobbin, ASE Master Technician Over 20 years experience 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE Your local agent insures your Business Ml FARM BUREAU MB. INSURANCE* Midugans 6tsut^»tc& CofKpCMUj, Lynn Denton 139 W. State Street Hastings 269-945-4520 ldenton@fbinsmi.com theLynnDentonAgency.com g VERMONTVILLE. Ml Sherman C. Scott, age 94, of Vermontville, passed away on May 5, 2013 at home peacefully with his family. He was born August 29, 1918 to Mabie (Smith) and Clair Scott in Chester Associations. Township. He was a farmer William is survived by his and carpenter until joining wife, Shirley; two daughters, the Army in January of 1942 Kathleen (Dennis) Swan of and being honorably dis­ Okemos and Patricia charged in October of 1945. (Stephen) Stine of Charlotte; On December 29, 1945 son, Steven (Debra) Stanton Sherman married Virginia of Nashville; two sisters, King. He farmed and retired Josephine Morse and Clara from Aluminum Extrusions (Francis) Squires; his broth­ in Charlotte. He was a life er, Harry (Dorene) Stanton; member of VFW 8260 stepdaughter, Susan Nashville. Matthews McCaslin For 20 years he and (Ronald) of Battle Creek; Virginia spent their winters grandchildren, Kelli (Amit) in Florida. He enjoyed horse­ Masih,'Leigh (Sean) Jeric, back riding, bike riding, old Joyelle (Gabe) Priddy, Dawn Stine, Elizabeth and Stephanie Stanton, David (Nanci) Brace, Catherine Matthews, Jason Gillons, LANSING, MI Rhea Amber Stanger; and great Phyllis Kilpatrick, age 92, of grandchildren Andrew, Kara Lansing passed away on and Kate Priddy, Conner and Friday, May 3, 2013. Kendall Jeric, Ian and Carter Phyllis was bom March Masih, Alexus, Rylie, 28, 1921 in Vermontville to Kaidence and Nevada Jesse LeRoy and Cora Gillons, Veronika and Avery (Chatfield) Hagar. She grad­ Brace, and many nieces uated from Vermontville nephews and cousins. High School and worked for He was preceded in death the U.S. Post Office as by his parents; sisters Vermontville Postal Clerk Dorothy McLaughlin, Ruth for many years. Green, Kathryn Reed; and Phyllis was a member of brothers, Clare Stanton, and Vermontville James Stanton. Congregational Church and Visitation will be held the Garden Club as well as Sunday, May 12, from 5 to 8 Eastern Star. She was also p.m. at Pray Funeral Home, the first Vermontville Maple Inc., Charlotte. Syrup Festival Queen, reign­ Funeral services will be ing in 1940. held on Monday, May 13, Above all Phyllis loved 2013, 10 a.m., at the Vermontville First Congregational Church, with Rev. Israel Young officiat­ ing. Burial will take place in the Fort ■ Custer National Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the VFW Home for Davenport University has Children in Eaton Rapids, announced that several local and the First Congregational students have been named to Church of Vermontville. the dean’s list and presi­ The family is in the care of dent’s list for the winter Pray Funeral Home, 2013 semester. Charlotte. 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Phyllis was preceded in .death by her parents and her stepfather, TomJDancer; her husband, Russell in 1980; son, Jimmy; her three sisters, Verna Burke, Kathryn Bosworth Houck and June Parkinson; and her brother Clare “Pat” Hager. She is survived by sons, Michael (Cecelia) Kilpatrick of Granite Bay, CA, Stephen (Jodie) Kilpatrick of Lansing,- and Kevin (Mary) Kilpatrick of Kalamazoo and her three grandchildren, Geoffrey, Megan, and Brennan. Funeral services were held Tuesday May 7, 2013 at the Pray Funeral Home, with Rev. Israel Young officiat­ ing. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com. Area students make honors lists at Davenport University Correction “Our Family Serving Yours cars, golfing, but most of all his family. He is survived by his lov­ ing wife of 67 years, Virginia Rose (King); son, Sherman Charles (Judy) and daughter, Cathy S. Powers; grandchil­ dren, Shawn (Becky) Scott, Shane (Laura) Scott, Holly Lea, Heather (Jeff) Haley, Scott (Kenda) Spitzer and 12 great grandchildren. He had a favorite nephew and son­ in-law. Sherman was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Karen Scott; two brothers, Carl and Vem; a sister, Rena Halsey. There will be no funeral services as per Sherman's request. He will be cremated. Memorial contributions may be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care in Charlotte. Arrangements have been entrusted to Daniels Funeral home in Nashville. Please visit our website at www.danielsfimeralhome.ne t for further details. The boy winning his age category in the talent show on page 4 of the May 4 Maple Valley News should have read: Alexander Trowbridge plays the “Maple Leaf Rag” to win his age cat­ egory in the talent show Friday. Williams, Andrew. Wingeier. 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SO PREMIUM PER 30 TICKET SAT-SUN 12:45, 3:45, 6:45, 9:45 MON-WED 3:45,6:45,9:45 O® IRON MAN 3 (PG-13) SAT-SUN 12:15,3:15, 6:15,9:15 MON-WED 3:15,6:15,9:15 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 11,2013 =— Page 5 Cloverbud camp School open morning School announces catapulting into science only Monday, May 20 graduation information “4-H is Catapulting into Science” is the theme of Cloverbud Camp, an Eaton County 4-H program, in June. Cloverbud Camp is a day camp for youths age 5 to 8. This year’s camp will be Wednesday, June 26, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Eaton County Fairgrounds. Campers will explore the world of robotics while gain­ ing first-hand experience through a variety of activities related to robots; eat lunch with friends, play on a slip and slide, and more, said Christine Heverly program coordinator./ Each camper will receive a T-shirt to commemorate the day. Registration fee for 4-H members is $20 and for nOn­ members, $30. Registration forms are available at the Eaton County Extension Office or may be downloaded from www.eatoncounty4h.blogsp ot.com under the upcoming programs and events page. ■ The deadline to register is Friday, June 7; space is limit­ ed. For more information, call the Eaton County MSU Extension office, 517-543­ 2310 or 517-485-3417 ext. 2310, or email MSUE23@msu.edu. From the Pulpit 4 challenge for moms of faith by Pastor Gary Simmons Interim co-pastor ofVermontville and Gresham United Methodist churches Susanna was a good mother and a preacher’s wife. She worked diligently to instill Christian disciplines in her 10 children. She taught them to give to those in need, be kind to others, read the Bible and to pray every day. Her method ofraising God-honoring children in the 18th cen­ tury paid off, and today her legacy still touches the lives of millions of people. One of her sons was John Wesley, the founder of Methodism and inspiration for many Christian leaders and churches. Hanna was another good mom. She only had one child. She prayed earnestly to have a child, and when he came, she promised to raise him to be a dedicated servant of God. His name was Samuel, the prophet of Israel who anointed Saul and David as their first two kings. Both Samuel and John Wesley were great servants of God. But their stories cannot be separated from the stories of their mothers — moms who were committed to raising children to trust in God and to honor Him with their lives. Being a great mom begins with having a deep personal faith in God, and then a commitment to do whatever it takes to instill that faith in their children. Mothers: May God grant you the serenity to accept the things you cannot change about your children’s lives, the courage you need to inspire a positive life-changing faith in them and the wisdom to know the how to do it. Be a hero, Mom. Raise your children to trust in God. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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 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 Morning Worship............................ 11 Evening Worship.............................. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ......... 6:45 p.m. . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 96.17 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 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 Maple Valley Schools will be in session for the morning only Monday, May 20, due to staff professional development in the after- noon. This is a change from the original 2012-13 calen­ dar. School will resume as normal Tuesday, May 21. Maple Valley seniors have several important dates and times to place on the calen­ dar as the 2012-13 school year comes to a close. Honors night is Monday, May 20, at 7 p.m. Baccalaureate is Thursday, May 30, at 8 p.m., immedi­ ately following the choir concert. Both events will be Barryville Cemetery group meeting May 25 The Barryville Cemetery Association will meet Saturday, May 25, at Peace United Methodist Church, Barryville, starting at noon with a potluck meal. Those attending are asked to bring a food dish to share, table service and beverage. The meal will be followed by the annual business meeting. All interested persons are welcome, especially those with a connection with Barryville Cemetery or Peace United Methodist Church. For more information call, 517-852-9215. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events POLICE BEAT Intoxicated bright for customer trades car for ride in police cruiser dimmeddown driver A 19-year-old Watervliet man was arrested April 21 shortly after midnight and charged with operating a motor vehicle while intoxi­ cated. Barry County Sheriff’s deputies arrested the man near M-66 Highway and Lacey Road after a caller reported a possibly intoxicat­ ed driver. The officer found the car along the highway with the hazard lights acti­ vated, and the vehicle had a flat tire. The driver com­ plained that a vehicle follow­ ing him had bright lights on and caused him to hit the curb and ruin his tire. After the officer conducted sobri­ ety tests at the scene, the driver was arrested and taken to the Barry County Jail. GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship .............................. 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 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 P.M. Service.................................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 May 14 p.m., Expo Center 4-H Shooting Sports Practice, 6 p.m. May 16 Cat Showing Workshop, 6 p.m., Hastings Public Library Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 May 19 May 20 May 21 May 23 May 27-31 May 28 May 30 A 21-year-old Hastings man was arrested and faces charges of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated April 21. Barry County Sheriff’s deputies were called to the Thornapple Lake Trading Post where a clerk reported an intoxicated customer in the store. The customer was acting strange and had left the store, drove away and come back, the clerk said. After conducting sobriety tests at the scene, the man was arrested and taken to the Barry County Jail. June 1 June 2 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Hastings Heritage Turkey Show, 11 a.m., 5325 S. Charlton Park Rd., Hastings 4-H Point Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center Rabbit Showmanship Clinic, 7 p.m., Fairgrounds 4-H Shooting Sports Practice, 6 p.m,, BCCC Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center National Volunteer Week - Thank you 4-H Volunteers! 4-H Shooting Sports Practice, 6 p.m., BCCC Cat Pre-registrations due in Extension Office Mock Dog Show (Showmanship), 5 p.m., Expo Center Fair Cooking Competition Pre-registrations due in Extension Office Op61? Speed Horse show, 9:30 a.m.,.Expo . center** ■ ■—L-..—m.4f Goat Glinicy2 p.m., Zink’s Farm,.4899 W M­ 179 Hwy., Hastings Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley classified ads 24 Hours a Day - 7 Days, a Week QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service....................................6 Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH . 517-726-0526 . Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. . Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. May 13 May 18 Lights too in the high school auditori­ um. Graduation for the Maple Valley Class of 2013 is Friday, May 31, at 7 p.m. at the football field, weather permitting. . Pathways Academy, the alternative education, gradu­ ation is Tuesday, June 4, at 7 p.m. in the auditorium. Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 M-79 West W.orship . 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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-Opeh Doors 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass - 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School ..;......... 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA............... 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .. .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship.................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517) 852-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 11,2013 TOP 10, continued from page 1 Favorite book: The Bible. Welch plans to attend Liberty University and study science. Nathaniel VanStee is the second senior scholar with a GPA of 3.8052 and an ACT composite score of 29. He is the son of Janine and Jay VanStee of Nashville. Academic achievements and honors include NHS, high honors, Northwestern University’s Midwest Academic Talent Search par­ ticipant. Extracurricular activities include, band (drum major for 2012-13), musicals and plays, golf, choir, honors choir and soccer. Community service and hobbies include Barry-Eaton District Health Department recycling day, playing the drums and acting. Inspired by: Jimmy ‘The Rev’ Sullivan, Bill Nye, Buddy Rich and Ryan Tyler. Life’s philosophy or motto: “Work hard and have no regrets.” Favorite quote: “I am smart enough to realize just how stupid I am.” — Jay VanStee. Favorite book: The Talisman by Stephen King and Peter Straub. VanStee plans to attend Olivet College and study physics. Jacob Clark has a GPA of 3.7478 and ACT compos­ ite score of 28. He is the son of Jolene Briggs of Charlotte and Scott Clark of Olivet. Academic achievements and honors include NHS, math days competition, high honors. Extracurricular activities are band and golf. Community service and hobbies include volunteering at the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope and at Peas in a Pod. Inspired by: Older brother, Ethan Clark. Life philosophy or motto: “Do the best. Be the best. Being second is not motivat­ ing, but third is where it’s at.” Favorite quote: “I used to play sports. Then I realized you can buy trophies. Now I am good at everything,” — Demetri Martin. Favorite book: Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card. Clark plans to attend Michigan State University and study molecular biology. Cody Dixon has a GPA of 3.7274 and ACT composite score of 26. He is the son of Janice and Ed Dixon of Vermontville. Dixon enjoys motorcycles and hunting. He plans to attend Lansing Community College and study machining. 7965 Potters Road, Saranac 616-642-9212 ClSTOHEI Appieciatiin Day Saturday, May 18,8 am 111 4 pm Many Indoor Specials! PRICES GOOD MAY 18, ONLY! • While Supplies Last 10-lbs. 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Address Phone # HOURLY DRAWING Gift Cards To be given away every hour9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Alivia Johncock has a GPA of 3.9141 and ACT composite score of 24. She is the daughter of Kerri Avery of Hastings and Doug Johncock of Nashville. Acade ic honors/achievements include NHS, high honors. Extracurricular activities include basketball, softball. Community service and hobbies include youth group at Vermontville Bible Church, U of M sports and going to Tigers games. Inspired by: Her parents. Life philosophy or motto: “Sometimes God doesn’t give you what you think you want. This is not because you don’t deserve it, but because you deserve more.” Favorite quote: “Faith is taking the first step, even when you don’t see the whole staircase.” — Martin Luther King Jr. Favorite book: The Color Purple by Alice Walker. Johncock plans to attend Kellogg Community College to study nursing, in hopes of becoming a nurse anesthetist. Ryan Tyler has a GPA of 3.6797 and ACT composite score of 26. He is the son of Paula and Chris Tyler of Vermontville. Academic achievements and honors include National Technical Honor Society, high honors. Extracurricular activities include golf and choir. Community service and hobbies include playing gui­ tar, collecting Batman appar­ el and playing video games. Inspired by: Jack Kirby, Stan Lee, Bruce Wayne, Mike Shinoda, George Harrison, Zacky Vengeance and Bill Nye the Science Guy. Life philosophy or motto: “The reason we fall is to learn to pick ourselves back up.” Favorite quote: “Always be the best you can be in life, unless you can be Batman. Always be Batman.” Favorite book: Detective Comics No. 27. Tyler plans to attend MSU and study mechanical engi­ neering. Gretchen Hakenjos has a GPA of 3.8755 and an ACT composite score of 24. She is the daughter of Ratsamy Hakenjos of Lansing, and Phillip Hakenjos of Vermontville. Academic achievements and honors include NHS, high honors. Extracurricular activities include basketball, soccer. Community service and hobbies include volunteering at blood drives and being a member of the 2012 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen’s CourtInspired by: soccer coach Chris Ricketts, entire family, teacher Ryan Rosin and Bill Nye the Science Guy. Life philosophy or motto: “An idea that is not danger­ ous i§ not worthy of being called an idea at all.” — Oscar Wilde. Favorite quote: “Eveiybody is a genius, but ifyou judge a fish by its abil­ ity to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” — Albert Einstein. Favorite book: Anything by Nora Roberts. Hakenjos plans to attend MSU for pre-med studies. Garret Mater has a GPA of 3.8137 and ACT compos­ ite score of 24. He is the son of Trudy and Alan Mater of Nashville. Academic achievements and honors include NHS, high honors, Ohio University Gateway Scholarship recipi­ ent. Extracurricular activities include basketball, football and baseball. Community service and hobbies include church mis­ sion trips, helping to run youth basketball camps and Barry County 4-H. Inspired by: His father, Alan Mater. Life philosophy or motto: “God first, others second, self third.” Favorite quote: “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plan.” Proverbs 16:3. Garret plans to attend Ohio University and study business sports management. Brandon Erwin has a GPA of 3.5725 and ACT composite score of 26. He is the son of Sandra and Nathan Erwin of Nashville. Academic achievements and honors include NHS, math days competition, high, honors. Extracurricular activities include football and base­ ball. Community service and hobbies include volunteering for the Thorriapple River cleanup, Maple Valley Community Center of Hope and Peas in a Pod day care. Inspired by: Grandfather Jim Erwin. Life philosophy or motto: “Life is like a game ofpoker, if you don’t put any in the pot, there won’t be any to take out.” Favorite quote: “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again but expecting different results.” — Narcotics Anonymous. Favorite book: Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card. Erwin plans to attend Alma College and study computer science. Colton Parish-Miller has a GPA of 3.7651 and ACT composite score of 24. He is the son of Ronda and Scott Parish ofNashville. Academic achievements and honors include honor roll, honors student. Extracurricular activities include band, drama, musi­ cals, choir, track. Community service and hobbies include acting, drawing, playing piano. Inspired by: Bill Nye the Science Guy, Heath Ledger, Scott Parish and Albert Einstein. Life philosophy or motto: “Strive for perfection, for it is only attained by those who have the courage to be fear­ less.” Favorite quote: “Even the dimmest light shines in the darkness.” — Bruce Wayne, aka Batman. Favorite book: Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss and The Pale Horseman by Bernard Cornwell. Parish-Miller plans to attend Olivet College and study art. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 11,2013 — Page 7 Watermelon’s Many Benefits Just like mom, watermelon is a sweet and wonderful thing. Mom always told you to finish your fruits and vegetables, but did vou know that watermelon boasts immunity benefits? Here are some ofthe perks for eating this juicy treat: V itamin A — This vitamin is known to promote eye health, while boosting immunity through the enhancement ofwhite blood cells. Vitamin B6 — Boosts the immune system by maintaining normal nerve function and forming red blood cells. Vitamin C — Protects immune system against infections, viruses and harmful free radicals that accelerate aging and other conditions. Potassium —A two-cup serving ofwatermelon also contains potassium, an essential mineral that maintains water balance in every' cell. Wonderful Ways to CELEBRATE MOM FAMILY FEATURES pp. y, y properly thank her for all she has done for you by celebrat­ ing her with a day she'll cherish forever. Here are a few ideas to make this Mother’s Day her most memorable yet: ■ Plant a Garden Together Before you shell out big bucks on chocolates and jewelry, consider a greener gift that mom can treasure from her window. Visit your local garden center or nursery and pick some vibrant beauties you know she'll swoon over. Supply the gloves, mom’s favorite cocktails and snacks and make an event out ofgardening with your favorite lady. ■ Create Your Own Card No matter how old you are, nothing says it better than construction paper, glitter and a little creativ­ ity. Ifshe’s a grandmother, involve the kids and make it a family craft project. Take a trip to your local hobby store to make sure you have all the goods for this tried-and-true ticket to mom’s heart. ■ Plan a Beautiful Brunch Create a colorful, bountiful brunch for mom. Make a checklist ofall the necessary ingredients, ensuring you serve all ofher favorites! For a fresh twist on brunch, incorporate the sweet summer­ time goodness ofwatermelon and other fresh fruit. Impress her with Breakfast Six Layer Trifle, or make her smile with Watermelon Pancake Sandwiches. Design a homemade menu card, and throw in an arrangement ofher favorite blooms for a finishing touch. For additional recipes and brunch ideas, visit www.watermelon.otg. Mother’s Day brunch wouldn't be complete without a fabulous serving offresh fruit. These recipes include the summertime goodness ofwatermelon for a sweet addition sure to make mom smile. Breakfast Six Layer Trifle Serves: 8 to 12 3 cups organic fat free vanilla yogurt 2 cups low fat natural granola 4 cups watermelon, minced 3 cups organic fat free peach yogurt 2 cups organic crisp rice cereal 2 cups shredded coconut Watermelon Pancake Sandwiches Serves: 4 2 tablespoons maple syrup 8 silver dollar size ■ (3 to 4-inch) natural blueberry pancakes homemade or prepared, warm 4 slices seedless watermelon, same size as pancakes Spread the vanilla yogurt over bottom of deep glass casserole or trifle dish. Layer remaining ingredi­ ents in order listed above in even layers over vanilla yogurt. Spread syrup over one side ofeach pancake. Place slice ofwatermelon on the syrup brushed side of4 of the pancakes. Top the watermelon with other 4 pancakes,“syrup side down. Serve immediately. Chunky Watermelon Lemonade Watermelon Waldorf Salad Serves: 2 1/3 2 1 1/4 1 2 2 to 3 cups water cup raw sugar (or to taste) cups seedless watermelon puree fresh lemon, sliced thinly cup lemon juice teaspoon vanilla extract cups chopped seedless watermelon flesh In half-gallon pitcher with lid, mix 1 cup ofwater with sugar until completely dissolved. Stir in rest ofwater, watermelon puree, sliced lemon, lemon juice and vanilla extract. Stir to mix well and chill thoroughly. Stir in 2 cups of chopped watermelon before serving. Serves: 4 to 6 2 cups cubed watermelon (1/2-inch cubes) 1/2 cup celery, sliced 1/2 cup seedless red grape halves Dash of salt 1/4 cup Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted Stir together watermelon, celery, and grapes in bowl. Just before serving, stir salt into yogurt for dressing. (Add water to thin, if necessary.) Pour dressing over fruit; stir until coated. Sprinkle With almonds. �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 11,2013 Meersma teaching ‘health is wealth’ Fifth grade students from Josh Meersma’s class at Fuller Street Elementary exercise twice daily to increase blood flow and productivity. Jogging in place is one of the paces Meersma puts the class through. “Healthy & Fit” magazine is a publication out of the greater Lansing and Jackson area. An article in the May issue features teacher Josh Meersma and his fifth graders employing exercise to achieve health. Push-ups are part of a daily exercise regimen foi* students in Josh Meersma’s fifth grade class at Fuller Street Elementary. Meersma is instilling a “health is wealth” practice in hopes the kids will retain the habit for life. RUN THE THIRD ANNUAL Duo at the Ledge HALF MARATHON • 5K RUN/WALK SUMM July 6,2013 This article featuring Josh Meersma’s fifth grade class at Fuller Street Elementary appears in the May issue of “Healthy & Fit.” SHVILLE 8260 « TOURNAMENT help SUSAN G. KOMEN ► raise money < FOR THE CURE L fo_r (thFeWALK . W Saturday May 18,2013 Registration and Cash Games start at 2:00 p .m. Tournament will start at 4:00 p.m. We will also have Blackjack and Let It Ride! Buy-in is $60.00 — This Includes Food Lie. #M81652 Come and help us raise some moneyfor a good cause!! Jared Schantz and Wayion Hilinski maneuver through the slide structure at Fuller Street Elementary playground. The students are members of Josh Meersma’s fifth grade class who daily incorporate exercise into the schedule. by Shari Carney Staff Writer “Health is wealth” is the philosophy of fifth grade stu­ dents in Josh Meersma’s class. Meersma, an athlete and a nationally certified soccer coach has interjected fitness into each day with two exercise breaks. Meersma recently sent a picture of the class exercis­ ing to Healthy & Fit, a mag­ azine and online publication, covering the greater Lansing and Jackson areas. An article entitled “Fun Fitness ... Maple Valley teacher uses fitness breaks to keep his students sharp” is on pages 20 to 21 of the May issue. The publication is available in health food stores, doctor’s offices and health clubs said Meersma. “I think exercise gives my students an edge because it gives them a break from mental activity and energizes the body by increasing blood flow,” said Meersma. Meersma’s classroom at Fuller Street Elementary is located next to the play­ ground where twice each day the class meets for an energy break and workout. Jumping jacks, jogging in place and push-ups are fol­ lowed by an obstacle course run that incorporates play­ ground equipment. Students race to a climb­ ing structure where they run around, up, over and through the maze exiting from a slide. The resting swings pose as a winding path as students weave in and out emerging to the awaiting monkey bars next in line. After conquering this climbing feat a second multi­ faceted structure awaits including platforms, tunnels, and more slides. Ending the course is a race around a tree on the south end of the play­ ground back to the paved area where the course began. Students cheer each other on until the last one takes their place back on the pavement. “I want my students to be healthy mentally and physi­ cally,” said Meersma. “That means a healthy student today and a healthy adult for years to come.” 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 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 11,2013 — Page 9 POLICE, continued from page 1 Fuller Street Elementary Principal Susanne Waffle, Jeff Hynes of Kent Oil, sev­ eral teachers plus an addi­ tional 14 letters from stu­ dents were among the letters read. When Dunham concluded, he asked if any other mem­ ber of council had received any correspondence. Trustee Lori Courtney continued with reading support letters for the local police she had received from Shane McNeill, owner of Maple Valley Pharmacy; Kimberly Rodriguez owner of Step N’ Time Dance Studios and Envy Salon; Dawn Meade, manager, Eaton Federal Bank; and a sampling of stu­ dent and teacher letters from Fuller Street. Many more let­ ters were received that were not read. All written corre­ spondence was in support of the police department. No letters supported a move from local police coverage to county police coverage. During the audience questions-and-omments portion of the meeting, Jeff Bauer, co-owner of Bear’s Den Party Store, spoke in support of having a local police department, as did depart­ ment of public works employee Troy Brush, and Jerry Brumm owner of Northern Bow Company. Cathy Felder of Eaton Federal Bank and a Nashville village property owner, also addressed the council in support of the cur(rent police department. Felder asked if there is a funding problem; and, if not, why is the council even look­ ing into changing. Trustee Ben Langman said it was prudent to look at all options since the police department totals about 25 percent of the village’s gen­ eral budget. Langman said the council was asked in November to look into other possible sources for police coverage and gather num­ bers for costs to operate the current department to com­ pare with Barry County cov­ erage. Support continued from the audience as Gale Chaffee, spoke in support of the local police department, as did Henry Felder, Deb Derosher and Russ Furlong, who said tax dollars could not be spent in any better way, Furlong described the cur­ rent village police depart­ ment as the best police department in 50 years. Gary White said the coun­ cil needs to look at the whole picture — wants versus needs — adding that the council “can’t continue to add hours and raise costs without considering every­ thing.” Kelly Schray, wife of Nashville Police Chief Jerry Schray, told council mem­ bers they have been bullied into considering getting rid of the police department. Orvin Moore said public safety needs to be considered above all else and urged council members to get over petty differences and read over the amended master plan. Moore said it was time to move on to more positive and constructive activities. Chief Schray thanked all who came to support the police and then stood and said in the 10 years he has been on the department, he has had just one person on the staff who was not posi­ tive. “I’m tired,” said Schray as he directed his gaze to Gary White. “No more harassment with video cameras aimed at the board ... it’s a crime, it’s harassment, and it’s going to stop.” The room erupted in applause. Schray continued and said the issue ofthe police depart­ ment should never have come to a poll and told the council one person has bul­ lied them. “Look at the huge waste of time everyone here has spent,” he said. Dunham asked the council how they wanted to proceed and if the issue should be dropped. Trustee Darren Fisher said due to the enormous amount of support, it was time to move on. “There are other fish to fry,” he said. Dunham echoed Fisher’s remarks and added there will be no poll — the chief is secure; then quipped, “unless he screws up.” Schray quickly responded, “Then take a poll.” The audience applauded for a second time. Graduation Invitations to fit every style Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, May 13 Swiss steak, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, green beans, orange, bread. Tuesday, May 14 Hot dog, potato wedges, Brussels sprouts, sliced peaches, bun. Wednesday, May 15 Lasagna roll, tossed salad, cauliflower, banana, bread­ stick. Thursday, May 16 Tilapia, wild rice, broccoli, coleslaw, sliced pears. Friday, May 17 New Orleans chicken, rice, vegetable blend, peas, tropical fruit. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, May 13 Cheddar cheese, potato salad, tropical fruit, club crackers. Tuesday, May 14 Italian pasta salad, pea and cheese salad, Mandarin oranges, crackers. Wednesday, May 15 Hard boiled eggs, carrot and raisin salad, applesauce, granola bar. Thursday, May 16 Chicken caesar salad, pasta salad, citrus sections, crack­ ers. Friday, May 17 Sliced ham and cheddar cheese, coleslaw, diced peaches, bun. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, May 13 Swiss steak; mashed pota­ toes and gravy, green beans, orange, cookie. Tuesday, May 14 Beans and franks, mixed vegetables, applesauce, gra7_ nola bar. Wednesday, May 15 Lasagna roll, cauliflower, peas, banana. Thursday, May 16 Tilapia, wild rice, diced carrots, broccoli, apple juice. Friday, May 17 Mushroom chicken, stuff­ ing, corn, green beans, straw­ berry applesauce. Activities Calendar Monday, May 13 Hastings: Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Kinship Support 1:30-3 p.m. H,W,N: Reminiscence. Tuesday, May 14 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Last day for Chicago Early Bird Special! Wednesday, May 15 - Hastings: Music with Sam; Nails; Cards 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30 p.m.; Sewing Class 5-7 p.m.; Tigers Watch Party 1 p.m. Delton: Kinship Support 10:30 a.m.; TV Strings; Reminiscence. Woodland: Blood Pressure Checks 11 a.m. Thursday, May 16 Hastings: Blood Pressure/Sugar Checks at 11 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 a.m.; Caregiver Support 3:30 p.m. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, May 17 - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Sing-A-Long; Visiting. - Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News classified ads Check out all our Special Services: • Business Cards • Greeting Cards • Big Prints & Posters • Photo Books • Folding & Laminating • Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269.945.9105 OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:30 - 5:30 VISA �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 11,2013 Memories of file Past Former resident shares early memories of Nashville This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News May 10, 1983. She wrote: From time to time in this column, we have featuredfirst-hand accounts byformer local res­ idents of their growing-up years in Nashville. The recent contribution by Myrtle Marshall Donovan of Mesa, Ariz., complete with early photos she supplied, was a big hit with our read­ ers. Today, we commence a three-part series ofNashville memories written by Guy Howell of Tucson, Ariz. Some may recall our Aug. 3, 1982 column about the Culp Bakery, in which Howell played a part. Now retired, he and his wife, Florence, operate a bookbinding busi­ ness in their home. Throughout his adult life, Howell has lived in various places in the South and Southwest and had a variety of interesting occupations, including once serving as a press photographer for a New Mexico paper. Photography is still one of his hobbies, along with gar­ dening, studying astronomy, doing gravestone rubbings and generally enjoying the •nature and the ancient culture of the Indian American Southwest. The Howells also are active in their church. Due to the length ofthepiece written by Howell and the number of excellent old photos he sup­ pliedfor illustration, we will present it in three consecu­ tive weekly columns. We hope his recollections spark happy memories for others who now call Nashville “home.” Incidentally, ' Howell and his wife plan to Visit Nashville this summer, for thefirst time since he left here in 1943. We are eager to report the changes he will note after his 40-year absence from the local scene. by Guy Howell Guy Howell, a 7-year-old lad seated on the auto in this May 30, 1921, photo can still recall this Memorial Day picnic outing with relatives and a subsequent visit to a cemetery. Standing (from left) are Kearney Root, Guy Morganthaler, Ransom Howell, Margaret Benedict, -Effie Root, Florence Howell and Rhobby Mead. I was bom in Battle Creek, May 14, 1914, in a house at 127 Liberty St.. My parents were Ransom and Florence Howell. My career nearly ended before it got started. A railroad ran down the street and one day an engine derailed in front of our house and laid over on the porch. I was in a room in the front of the house at the time. I was very hurriedly removed from the room. I wasn't hurt, but I was reckon everybody scared. I wasn’t really old enough to be scared, since I wasn’t over 3 months old at the time. We moved to Alabama in 1915 and lived there until 1918. We landed in Nashville, Dec. 24, 1918. I started school at 6 years. Minnie Fumiss was my teacher. One day I went to the basement of the schoolhouse and had to pass the manual training room. There was a hole about 1 1/2 half inch in diameter in the door. I peeked in and saw the class, so I put my mouth to the hole and hollered “Boo!” Henry Zuschnitt, the janitor, hap- pened along about that time and collared me. He sent one of the students to get Miss Fumiss. She turned me over her knee and paddled me! I never hollered through that hole, nor any other, again. The next year I was in Grade 1. Florence Grohe was my teacher, I came down sick and was in bed a long time. When I was able, she came to my house every day and gave me my lessons and heard my answers, so I passed into the second grade with the rest ofthe class. She was certainly a dedicated teacher. In 1919, we bought a house on the south side of Reed Street. It was the third house from the comer of Lentz. We bought it from a man named Northrup. My dad was a painter, and Mr. Northrup had some red bam paint and some dark green that he gave to my dad. He painted the house red, trimmed in green. My grand­ mother, Laura Jane Howell, was staying with us at the time. We had a Simmons Koaster Wagon, and one day a picture was taken of Grandma and me in the wagon and my brother Frank standing beside it. His name Continued next page Laura Jane Howell, Guy’s grandmother, died the same year this 1919 photo was taken at her son’s home on Reed Street. Here, she holds young grandson Guy while his older brother, Frank B. Dawson, stands near­ by. A painter, Ransom Howell, seen in this 1919 photo with his wife, Florence, and son, Guy (in background), coated his newly -acquired home on Reed Street with red barn paint given to him by its former owner. PUBLIC NOTICE/ PUBLIC HEARING The Nashville Village Council will hold a public hearing on June 27, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. PURPOSE: To obtain public input and dis­ cussion on a proposed 5 year Recreation Plan. A copy of this Recreation Plan will be available for public review for the next 30 days at the Village Office and at www.nashvillemi.us. If you wish to com­ ment in writing on this proposed 5 year Recreation Plan you must do so by June 27, 2013 and turn into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St., PO Box 587, Nashville, Ml. 06811936 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Vermontville Township Board has sched­ uled a Public Hearing for May 30, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. at the Vermontville Opera House. The purpose of the Public Hearing will be to dis­ cuss the Safe Routes to School Grant. At Camp Barry on Pine Lake, Guy Howell and his boyhood chums enjoyed adventures that became treas­ ured memories. Among Nashville lads, Howell recalls as campmates were Maurice Purchis and Russell Pember, as seen in this circa-1926 photo at the rock pyramid memorial to pioneer Eli Wait near the lake. The Vermontville Township Bdard will provide nec­ essary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at this meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meet­ ing upon reasonable notice to the Vermontville Township Board by calling 517-726-0355. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 11,2013 — Page 11 From previous page was Francis B. Dawson, and he was a good brother. He was 8 1/2 years older than I, so we really didn’t start doing things together until I was in my late teens. He had his friends and I had mine before that, so we didn’t have too much contact when we were young. My grand­ mother died that same year, 1919. Occasionally, we would go on picnics, such as on May 30, 1921. We went to Gus Morganthaler’s farm with some of our other kin­ folks and had a lot of fun. Then we all went to a ceme­ tery where some veterans were honoring the dead. One winter, I took one of the top ribs from a Model T Ford and cut it in half. I nailed boards crossways on them to make a toboggan. I couldn’t steer the thing, but all went well sliding down Standpipe Hill. One day, though, I was headed for a tree. I couldn’t steer, so I rolled off and the toboggan hit the tree. Boards flew in all directions. When I was about 12 years old, Dad Angell spon­ sored me for a summer boys’ camp at Pine Lake. Another boy, Voyle Varney, who was a good friend of mine, also went. The camp lasted for a week and we had a lot of fun. There was a diving dock in the lake and beyond that was an island. We called it the haunted island, because there was a house on it that wasn’t lived in regularly. One day a group of us boys was going over to the island in a boat that had two sets of oars. There was a boy at each oar and another boy in the stem with a paddle, steering. I was in the bow as lookout. We were nearly there when I spotted a log floating with one end on the bottom and the other end just showing at the surface, and turned toward us. I hollered, “Log! Left oars back water, right oars pull!” The steersman swung his paddle and we missed the log by inches. If we had hit it, it would have tom the bottom out of the boat. We stayed in tents, five boys and a counselor in each tent. We slept on Army cots. One night I. woke up, some­ time during the night and felt something moving under my cot. I was scared half to death, but didn’t want to wake anyone else. I lay there shivering for a time then I slowly put my hand under the cot and felt something furry! I jerked my hand right back. I thought of all kinds of animals it could be. Finally I put my hand under again and felt a little further. Then the realization came to me what it was. It was Dad Angell’s little Spitz dog. I had made friends with it, and I reckon itjust came to visit me. I sure breathed a sigh of relief. I woke another night and saw flashes ; outside. I thought some of the boys GRANT, continued from page 1 Wells No. 1 and 2, installed in 1957, need con­ stant maintenance and are less efficient, said Berkenpas. The cost of the grant application is $15,000. Council unanimously approved the funding to pur­ sue the grant. In other business, council members discussed whether to conduct a public opinion poll on retaining the current police department or shift to Barry County sheriff cover­ age. (See related story.) Council members unani­ mously approved the follow­ ing: • Wood sale to Paul Kesler for $276.15. • Fireworks display appli­ cation granted to J&M Display for the annual car show Friday, June 14. • Gardner Farms and Excavating, for a bid of $5,300, to remove the old pump house/waterworks building also known as the Community Building, 715 N. Main St. • Putnam District Library board member resignation from Gale Chaffee. • Kari Braden’s applica­ tion to be placed on the library board. • Drinking wqter revolving fund project plan grant appli­ cation Daniel Hawley raised a question on an ordinance violation notice he had received regarding an unli­ censed car on his property. Hawley said he has owned the car since age 15, that it is “not an eye-sore.” “There are 135 other resfdences that violate these ordinances,” Hawley told the council. “The taxes are out­ rageous, the water bill insane and now I receive a report I can’t keep a car Pve owned since I was 15 ... “I know what I’m going to do,” Hawley continued, “I will be putting my home up for sale and move out.” were out with flashlights. At that time I was deathly afraid ofthunder and lightning. We NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY had a room at home that was INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL supposed to be a bathroom, BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR but was never finished. It OFFICE AT THE NUMBER had a door into each of two BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS bedrooms and no window. IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. When a storm came up, I ran DEFAULT having been made in in there, closed both doors the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on December 11, and stayed until the storm 2008, by Steven R. Pyrzynski and was over. Christine M. Pyrzynski, husband Well, that night at Camp and wife, as Mortgagor, given by Barry, it finally thundered 50 passengers. One day we them to MainStreet Savings along with the flashes of took our lunch and started Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 light, and I knew I was in for early to go around the lake. It West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, it. I was 33 miles from home had a long shoreline and took and recorded -on January 22, and no tight room to go into. all day to go around it. Even 2009, in the office of the Register I lay there shivering. I then, we didn’t go into all the of Deeds for Barry County, indentations because the Michigan, in Instrument Number winced at each flash of light­ ning and jumped every time launch drew too much water. 20090122-0000613, which mort­ gage was assigned to it thundered. It started rain­ (To be continued) Commercial Bank by an ing, and the wind blew and Assignment of Mortgage dated the ridgepole of the tent March 21, 2013, recorded on March 25, 2013, in Instrument rubbed the canvas, so it Number 2013-004096, on which began to leak down on to the Mortgage there is claimed to be two boys in the middle. They due and unpaid, as of the date of moved their cots closer to The photograph of the this Notice, the sum of One team in the Hundred Fifty-Seven Thousand ours to get away from the baseball drip. The inside of the tent Memories of the Past in the Five Hundred Sixty-Eight and 00/100 Dollars ($157,568.00); was damp. May 4 Maple Valley News and no suit or proceeding at law Suddenly, there was a should have read: Some of or in equity having been instituted crash of thunder and light­ the players on this circa-1910 to recover the debt or any part by said ning together and our bodies village baseball team may be thereof secured Mortgage, and the power of sale just tingled with electricity. sporting uniforms sewn for in said Mortgage having become Everyone was awake. The the squad by Nashville tailor operative by reason of such storm ended soon after that, Jon S. Greene, as reported in default; NOTICE IS HEREBY and we finally got back to The News of May 3, 1906. GIVEN that on Thursday, June sleep. The next morning we Pictured are (front row, from 13, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County saw, about 100 feet from the left) Marve Sheldon, Otis Courthouse ourtouse inn Hastings, ast ngs, tent, a large tree with its top Gokay, Leon Partridge, Michigan, that being one of the knocked out and lying on the Virgil Kidder, (back) Bert places for holding the Circuit ground. Since then, I have no Pember, unknown Wolf; Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the real fear ofthunder and light­ unidentified coach, Harry highest bidder or bidders at pub­ Miller, Bob Messimer, Frank lic auction or venue for purposes ning. We played games at camp. “Shorty” Purchis and Floyd of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ One such was a treasure DeRiar. er with all allowable costs of sale hunt. The counselors would and includable attorney fees, the hide treasure hither and yon, PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: lands and premises in said and we boys hunted for it. I All real estate advertising in this news­ Mortgage mentioned and paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act described as follows: LAND SIT- । think the treasure was in the and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF collectively make it illegal to advertise form of candy. It was really CARLTON, COUNTY OF “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ fun. Then at night, after the nation based on race, color, religion, sex, BARRY, MICHIGAN, handicap, familiaTstatus, national origin, hunt, there was a huge bon­ DESCRIBED AS: Commencing at age or martial status, or an intention, to the center pbst of Section 27, fire down by the lakeshore make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes Town 4 North, Range 8 West, and we sat around it and sang .children under the age of 18 living with thence North 713 feet to point of parents or legal custodians, pregnant songs. After the fire had beginning; thence North 607 feet women and people securing custody of burned down somewhat, we to a point 1320 South of the North children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly roasted hot dogs and sang quarter post; thence East 1320 accept any advertising for real estate feet; thence South 921 feet to a more songs. Then to bed at which is in violation of the law. Our point 2241 feet South of the readers are hereby informed that all the sound of taps, which we dwellings advertised in this newspaper Section line, thence West 1045 sang. are available on an equal opportunity feet, thence North 314 feet; basis. To report discrimination call the There was a pyramid, built thence West 275 feet to point of Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. beginning. ALSO: Commencing The HUD toll-free telephone number for of rocks, on the shore of the die hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. at the Northeast corner of Section lake, in memory of Eli Wait, 27, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Pioneer, 1836. thence South 0 degrees 31 min­ I went to the camp for a utes 5 seconds South West 660 06799959 opportvnitv feet; thence North 89 degrees 57 week every summer for three minutes 59 seconds West 1325.33 feet; thence North 0 degrees.34 minutes 30 seconds East 660 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 59 seconds East 454.68 feet to point North 89 degrees 57 minutes 59 seconds West 870 feet from the Northeast corner of said Section 27; thence South 0 degrees 2 minutes 1 sec­ onds West 384 feet, thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 59 seconds East 675 feet; thence North 0 degrees 2 minutes 1 sec­ onds East 384 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 59 sec­ onds East 196 feet to point of beginning. ALSO: The East half From General Maintenance to of the Northeast quarter of Performance and Off-Road Parts In-Stock Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, EXCEPT the 131 S. Main St., Vermonville North 660 feet thereof. (In the old Hardware Building) Commonly known as: Parcel Numbers: 08-04-027-160-00 and Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:30; Sat. 8:30-1:30 08-04-027-110-00 and 08-04­ 027-105-300-00 The period with­ in which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) May 14 months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in Auction accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. Bid online at 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 www.M37auction.coin days from the time of such sale. featuring: Dated: May 9, 2013 FOSTER, • New Appliances SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. M37Auction.com COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin • Antiques J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Consignment Auction • Power Washers Mortgagee Attorneys for • Furniture Mortgagee 313 S. Washington (616) 871-2662 Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) • Much more 371-8253 (05-11)(06-01) oesness Other or four years. Nashville boys went, too. Among them were Carl Brown and Carl Smith, Maurice Purchis and his cousin Russell Pember. Camp Barry was on Pine Lake, just a little way west of Prairieville. There was a large lake and a smaller lake on either side, with connect­ ing water. They had a motor launch that would hold about Correction Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News classified ads No-fault 'reform' would be catastrophic for Michigan residents As a member of the Michigan House of Representatives Insurance Committee, I heard testimo­ ny on the auto no-fault “reform” bill to cap cover­ age. Only two days of testimo­ ny were permitted, and each one was overflowing with people wanting to testify. Many were in wheelchairs, some dealing with severe paralysis, others suffering with brain injuries and other complications caused by auto accidents. I listened to victims and their family members talk about how the unlimited medical coverage allowed them to receive the medical and rehabilitative care needed to progress. They pleaded for us not to take away the hope it pro- vides them to cover medical bills and maintain a good quality of life for thousands of people. Under the no-fault “reform” proposal, House Bill 4612, coverage would be limited to $1 million. Some victims testified that they reached that $1 million threshold before they even left the hospital. The bill .also limits the length of time services would be provided, the type of medical services, and it takes away consumer protections. It will put more families into home foreclo­ sure, place more people on Medicaid and result in a less­ ened quality of life. Those advocating for the bill state that it will reduce costs for the auto owner by $125 per year. However, what they fail to tell you is that the bill only guarantees this reduction for one year. After that, premiums could increase. The assertion that a cap is necessary to contain costs is questionable and has no data to support it. When asked to open their records to the pub­ lic, the Michigan Catastrophic Claims Association refused and is currently appealing a court decision that would lead to more transparency. I cannot support a bill that does not protect my con­ stituents. Call Rep. Abed, 517-373­ 0853; email TheresaAbed@house.mi.gov ; or visit the website, www.abed.housedems.com. nA. HD . Auto Parts 517-726-1502 �Page 12 — Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 11, 2013 Garage Sale For Rent 5 FAMILY BARN sale, May 16th-17th, 5571 W. Tupper Lake Road, 9am-5pm. HASTINGS MEADOWS APARTMENTS 1536 N. East St Hastings, MI FREE HEAT! 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However, commissioner concerns ranging from the need for separate ordinances to financial and administra­ tive oversight to specific objections, such as keeping protected rotected land open oen to oil and gas exploration and extraction, led to discussion that quickly spun the hands of the clock. “I’ve spent the last month going over this, and I’m not sure you people even want to do it,” agricultural preservation board Treasurer Joy Mulder remarked to commissioners. “I volunteer my time to this county, but I don’t want to waste my time.” Others present, however, suggested their time was being wasted even consider­ ing the agricultural preserva­ tion board’s request for approval of the two ordinances. “The whole purpose ofthe original ordinance was to protect property that was under the threat of develop­ ment,” said Board Chair Craig Stolsonburg. “I don’t get it — why was this prop­ erty the jump start to all of this?” Stolsonburg was referring to the donation of property known as the DeGroote Farm into the preservation program. “Was that property under the threat of development?” he asked. In Stolsonburg’s view, the landowner could have deed­ ed the property to the preser­ vation program without the addition of an open space' ordinance. Larry Neil, a trustee on the agricultural preservation board, appealed to commis­ sioners to consider future transactions. “Suppose 10 people want­ ed to do this,” Neil suggest­ ed. “How will you administer that? What ordinance would it fall under? Why not present an ordinance for people who want to see land preserved but who don’t fall under the farmland preserva­ tion ordinance? We discrim­ inate against people who don’t qualify under the pres­ ent ordinance.” When discussion turned to the lack of county funds to purchase development rights as a means of preserving open space land, Neil sug-gested that the proposed open space preservation ordinance would be a road map for the future, when funds in a better economy Don’t risk paying too much to keep your home comfortable. Compare quality construction, warranty protection*, and the price of any Goodman’ brand Air saying, “Thank goodness for Goodman. Goodman Air Conditioning & Heating Serving Your Community for Over 40 Years FROST HEATING 8 COOLING QUALITY, VALUE 6 SERVICE may be available, at whichi produce?” Wing asked point Geiger objected. Snow. “Food, fiber and fuel. “We’re debating issues; Right now, corn is being that are hypothetical,” raised for ethanol. We don’t summed up Geiger. “If the know what’s going to hap­ county has money in the pen in the future with fuel.” future to fund, then they Amongst shaking and should also have the opporfrustrated heads, commis­ tunity to rewrite the ordisioners approved the open nance. If we’re going to। space preservation ordi­ rewrite it, then we should nance, in concept only, by a keep the current state of 5-2 vote, with Stolsonburg ffairs in mind. ” and affairs and Commissioner Commissioner Jon Jon On the suggestion of Smelker in opposition. The Commissioner Jim Dull, discussion will now move on Geiger then pushed for a to the strategic planning ses­ roll-call vote of approval to sion scheduled for consider the open space Wednesday, May 15. preservation ordinance at a /n other business, the board strategic planning ses­ board approved the follow­ sion scheduled sion scheduled for ing recommendations for Wednesday. formal consideration at its Meeting resistance from Tuesday, May 14, meeting: Stolsonburg, Geiger • A resolution with the appealed that “we need to Michigan Department of give these folks some direc­ Transportation allowing tion. I’m trying to determine county workers permanent what this board would sup­ permission to use state high­ port. There’s way too much way rights of way, rather frustration, and I want reso­ than the customary permit lution.” process for each project, “We need to corrie to a subject to revocation by resolution before we can MDOT. give them any direction,” • A May 28 public hearing responded Stolsonburg. “It’s request as part of the board been four years that we’ve meeting for public comment been asking the ag board to on an application to the resolve this, and they’ve Michigan State Housing come up with nothing that I Development Authority for can vote on..” the the l local Homebuyer Stolsonburg’s adamancy Purchase Rehabilitation came from an exchange with Grant program. agricultural preservation • A rezoning request for board Chair Paul Wing, who Spring Creek Farm in reminded Stolsonburg that Johnstown Township, from the board had “tried and mixed-use to rural residen­ tried” to get Realtors like tial, allowing for farming. Stolsonburg involved in the • A contract with Dillprocess. • Rasch Appraisals of Grand “I sat on your board for a Rapids to assist with equalyear,” responded a caustic ization duties. The firm was Stolsonburg, “and you didn’t one of seven bidders and listen to one thing I suggest­ was chosen for its expertise ed.” with work in Kent County Wing also drew criticism and in a reappraisal project from former agricultural with the City of Grand preservation board member Rapids. The contract cost is Chuck Reid, who told coun$14,480. ty commissioners that, after • Assumption of grant departing the board in administration responsibili­ protest in July, he suspected ties for a temporary planner that Wing had conducted with emergency manage­ illegal meetings and was ment. The county has uti­ withholding information. lized temporary planner “I’ve offered to pass services through Kalamazoo everything on,” said Reid of County. When Kalamazoo records he.kept while on the County dropped" the pro­ board, but, gram, Barry since he’s gram, Barry County requested information from assumed responsibility. Cost Wing, he alleged, “Paul has and expenses for the tempo­ sent me nothing?’ rary planner are fully reim­ Mulder informed Reid bursed through the grant that the illegal meeting iin from the State Homeland question occurred after Reid Security Grant Program. had left the July meeting,, • The 2014 budget calenand a quorum no longer dar, which begins its cycle in existed. May and leads to a public Wing didn’t fare well with hearing in September and ।Commissioner Joyce Snow, final approval in October. ।either, when she asked about The board will hold its language in the proposed formal meeting Tuesday, ordinances that would allow May 14, at 9 a.m. in its gas exploration and extrac­ <chambers at the county tion on preserved land. <courthouse, 220 W. State “What does farm land ISt., Hastings. 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Gonser was 3-4 with a double, a triple and three runs in the opener. He drove in three runs as well. Sammy Benedict had two singles and two RBI. Garrett Miller and Hickey had three singles apiece. Anthony Mahler, Miller, Brighton and Johnson all had RBI. Mudge got the win, strik­ ing out four while allowing four hits and three walks. Only two ofthe runs offhim were earned. Gonser had another big game in the night-cap, going 3-4 again with three doubles. He scored once and drove in one run. Brighton, Brumm and Benedict also had two hits each with Brighton and Brumm contributing one double each. Brumm, Mudge and Brighton each drove in two runs, while Miller and Benedict had one RBI apiece. Gonser got the win, throwing five shut-out innings. He walked three and struck out six while giving up four hits. Brighton pitched two perfect innings of shutout relief, striking out three. 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Timara Burd had three hits Khila Hamilton led off the and Mazalenna Rhodes and bottom of the third inning with a home run, which put Tesla Meade had two each, leading an 11 -hit Lion attack her team up 8-0. The Lions in the opener with the scored their lone run in the Blackhawks. Taylor Medina, top of the fourth, but Brooke Maggie Semrau , Tamara Wieland bumped the Tryon and Emily Mattocks Vikings’ lead back up to added one hit each. Jenna eight runs with a solo home Woodman finished without a run to lead-off the bottom of the inning. hit, but earned three walks. Six different players drove Hamilton and Wieland in runs for Maple Valley, had two RBI apiece, and with one RBI going to Burd, Konnor Geiger, Taylor Rhodes, Semrau, McKaily Vantland, Elizabeth Bodenmuller, Meade and Campeau, Bethany Tingley Mattocks each. and Megan Hanson drove in Medina earned the win in one run each. Hamilton was the circle. She gave up just 3-for-3 with a double and a one earned run in seven single as well, scoring three innings. The Blackhawks runs. Geiger had a pair of walked six times and man­ doubles. aged five hits. Medina struck Wieland got the win, strik­ out seven. ing out ten in five innings. The Lions took game two She walked three and 12-7 thanks in part to a sixallowed two hits. run outburst in the top of the Meade and Burd had the third inning. only two Lion hits. The Lions had just five The Vikings took game hits, two for Rhoades and two 13-2 in six innings. one apiece for Medina, Lakewood finished off the Semrau and Bodenmuller, Lions with a five-run sixth but had'plenty of baserun­ inning. ners thanks to ten Walks. Tingley went 3-for-4 with Burd, Semrau, Tryon and three RBI and three runs Mattocks earned two free scored. Hamilton had two passes each. hits, including another dou­ Bodenmuller finished with ble and stole a base. two RBI, while Alivia Vantland had two RBI and Johncock, Rhodes, Medina scored three times. and Burd had one apiece. Hamilton, Whitney Steward Johncock got the win. She and Megan Hanson all had RBI. Bryonna Barton picked up the win, striking out four and walking five in six innings. She allowed three hits. Only one ofthe two runs off of her were earned. Burd, Medina and Meade had the hits for the Lions. Semrau had the Lions’ lone RBI. The Lions dropped two games in Kalamazoo Valley Association action Friday at Hackett Catholic Central. The Lions scored a run in the top of the seventh to tie game one at 5-5, but the Irish got the walk-off winner in the bottom of the eighth in a 6-5 victory. Johncock went the dis­ tance for the Lions in the opener, allowing just two earned runs on seven hits and a walk. She struck out five. Semrau led the Lion offense with two hits and four RBI. Medina also drove in a run and scored twice. She was 3-4 at the plate. Mattocks, Burd, Johncock and Woodman had one hit each. The Irish took game two 14-3. Medina was 3-3 and Burd and Johncock each went 2-3. Johncock and Tryon had RBI for the Lions. Rhodes added one hit. Medina took the loss in the circle, allowing just one earned run in two and two thirds innings. She gave up six hits and two walks while striking out three. Johncock came on in relief and allowed one earned run on three hits and two walks in two and a third innings. She walked -two and struck out two. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 11,2013 — Page 15 Maple Valley wins two in its annual battle with Lakewood The Lions’ Shennondoah Fighter (left) looks to move the ball ahead as Parchment’s Katherine Thayer closes in in the midfield Monday, evening. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Lion soccer falls in final two regular season KVA contests Maple Valley’s varsity girls’ soccer team suffered a pair of Kalamazoo Valley Association losses this week, but managed to go the full 80 minutes against two tough foes. Parchment topped the Lions Monday 7-0 in Nashville. The Panthers scored four times in the first half and three times in the second. Melissa Brittain led the way for her team with three goals. Mackay Heasley, ■ Haley Henderson, Katherine Thayer and Samantha Searles had a goal each. Hesley added two assists and Henderson one. Hackett Catholic Central bounced back from a 2-0 loss to Delton Kellogg on Tuesday to knock off the Lions 6-0 Wednesday in Nashville. The KVA Tournament begins Monday. The Lions will be on the road for their tournament opener. Conference tournament games will also be played Wednesday and Friday this week. Coach Bryan Carpenter’s Maple Valley varsity base­ ball team swept its non-conference double header at Lakewood High School g Wednesday, against coach Keith Carpenter’s Vikings. Maple' Valley scored four times in the top of the sev­ enth inning of game 'one to break a 6-6 tie, and went on to a 10-8 win in the opener. A ten-run inning wiped out a three-run Viking lead in game two, and the Lions eventually finished off a 14­ 3 victory. Austin Gonser came up huge for the Lions in the opener, going 4-of-5 at the plate with four RBI and four runs scored. He had a pair of doubles and a triple among his four hits. The Lions had 11 hits in all off of Viking pitchers Alex Caudy and Brian Young. Young took the loss in relief, allowing three hits and one walk in the top ofthe seventh. Gonser was the only Lion with multiple hits. Andrew Brighton, Beau Johnson, Tyler hickey, Kyle Brumm, Garrett Miller, Anthony Mahler and Sammy Benedict each had a single. Brighton drove in two runs and Johnson one. Andrew Brighton earned the win in relief for the Lions, despite allowing three runs on five hits in his one inning of work. Johnson came on in the seventh to earn the save, allowing one hit and walking two. He struck out one. Brumm started on the mound and gave up four runs on nine hits and two walks. He struck out four. Lakewood had 15 hits in the loss, all singles. All ten batters the Vikings sent to the plate had at least one hit. loss for Lakewood, allowing Connor Hansbarger, Alex just three earned runs among Potter, Luke Richmond, the nine the Vikings gave up Austin Bronson and Brady in that ten-run outburst. He Forman had two each, and struck out three and walked Caudy, Zach Kilboum, four while allowing eight Keagan Moore, Young and hits in three and two thirds Jack Tromp had one apiece. innings. Forman and Tromp had Hansbarger finished off two RBI each, and Caudy, the fourth inning for the Richmond and Young g each Vikings, and allowed five drove in one run. runs only one of which was Lakewood led game two earned. He walked three and 3-0 after three innings. gave up six hits. Bronson drove in a pair of Brighton, Johnson, runs with a single in the bot­ Hickey, Brumm, Tommy tom of the first inning, then Mudge, Miller and Benedict Potter knocked in a run in the all had two hits in the second third. game for Maple Valley, Potter, Richmond and Miller and Benedict scored Hansbarger finished with once each and the rest of two hits each. Richmond had those guys scored twice a triple. each. Johnson also drove in Maple Valley scored ten three runs and Benedict two. runs in the top of the fourth Hickey and Mudge added inning though, then tacked RBIs for the Lions too. on two more in the fifth and A double by Johnson was two in the sixth to finish off the only extra base hit among the Vikings. the 14 hits for the Lions. Johnson, who allowed Maple Valley is hoting the three earned runs, on three annual Ken Beardslee walks and eight hits, got the Wooden Bat Invitational in win for the Lions. He struck Vermontville today and will out seven. return to conference action at Young was stuck with the Constantine Tuesday. Your Dream Dock Starts Here Easy To Build...Ready To Enjoy! You CAN Do-It-Yourself and SAVE, and We Can Help! The "Simple System" for the Do-It-Yourself Dock Builder Maple Valley’s Emma McGIocklin (left) battles with Parchment’s Rinicia Clay for possession of the ball dur­ ing Monday’s KVA contest at Fuller Street Field in Nashville. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 20, May 18, 2013 Grounds at Maple Valley High School infested with grubs by Shari Carney Staff Writer In a written report to the Maple Valley School board at its regular meeting Monday, May 13, Transportation and Operations Director Pat Powers said browning of the high school lawn is from grubs. Grub control has been put down to eliminate the grubs and seeding of new grass will commence shortly, assured Powers. “The good news is that the grubs have not affected the football field or the practice field,” reported Powers. “This is because we irrigate the area during the summer months. To be proactive and to minimize the chance of grubs on the football field we will be treating those areas in June as advised by lawn experts. It is our hope to see green lawns again around the site.” In a follow up to the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival, the Maplewood See GROUNDS, age 3 Except for the athletic field, the grounds at Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School have turned brown from grub damage. The grounds have been treated and Pat Powers, director of maintenance, transportation and operations said seeding will commence soon. End of school year plans presented to school board Half day for students Monday by Shari Carney Staff Writer At the regular meeting of the Maple Valley School Board on Monday, May 13, dates for end-of-year events were presented. Seniors honors night is Monday, May 20 at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium. Baccalaureate will be Thursday, May 30 at 8 p.m. in the auditorium immediate­ ly following the choir con- Maple Valley High School sets cert. High school graduation is the following evening Friday, May 31 at 7 p.m. on the athletic field (weather permitting). In the event of inclement weather com- mencement it will be moved to the gymnasium. Pathways graduation is scheduled Tuesday, June 4, 7 p.m. in the auditorium. In an update to the calen- dar, Monday May 20, will be a half day for students in the morning followed by com­ mon core professional devel- See SCHOOL, page 2 State’s school finance numbers Monday as senior honors night misleading says finance director Maple Valley High School will honor many seniors for academic excel­ lence, outstanding work, and contributions made dur­ ing the 2012-13 school year on Monday, May 20, at 7 p.m. in the high school audi­ torium. Scholarships, recognition for service, and awards for attendance, citizenship, scholastic achievement and classroom achievement will be presented. Many staffmembers have contributed to the organiza­ tion including Mistress and Master of Ceremonies Norma Jean Acker and Ryan Rosin who will host the awards. by Shari Carney Staff Writer Finance Director Darryl Sydloski, in a written report to the Maple Valley School Board, said that state docu­ ments he received on May 1 show a side-by-side and district-by-district impact of the House and Senate passed school aid budgets for 2013­ 14, but the figures used are not consistent with those rec­ ommended by the governor. “Each of the branches show a per-pupil increase and that is not really the case,” pointed out Sydloski. “The column showing the health prefunding increase of $ 159 per-pupil is not a ‘true’ being available until perhaps revenue increase to the local January. school districts. The board would like to “The Michigan have an interim in place as Department of Education is soon as possible to overlap still in discussion with audi­ time to work with Steel. tors on how those funds Steel’s last day is June 28. would be accounted for but, Michelle Falcon was rec­ from our current understand­ ommended by Steel for the ing right now, those funds interim position. Falcon has would be sent to the school served as assistant superin­ districts and we would be tendent and interim superint- invoiced for the same edent for Hastings schools. amount by MPSERS An interview with Falcon [Michigan Public Schools is scheduled for Tuesday, Employees Retirement May 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the System] to prefund the administration board room. health portion of retirement. A formal reception, will follow the presentations organized by Dawn Yager, Maple Valley High School counselor, and Monique Colizzi, business teacher. The public is invited to attend this evening ofrecog­ nition for the many achieve­ ments of Maple Valley’s seniors. Maple Valley Schools superintendent resigns Ronna Steel, Maple Valley Schools superintend­ ent, submitted her resigna­ tion at a special board meet­ ing Wednesday, May 15 in order to accept tire position of superintendent of the Barry Intermediate School District. The BISD board approved a two-year contract with Steel, effective until June 30, 2015. The contract includes an annual salary of $96,000 for the 2013-14 fiscal year; 12 sick days, two personal business days, and 20 vaca­ tion days per year; and reim- bursement for travel and other expenses related to official school business. Steel said research into three superintendent search organizations reveals it could take as long as mid-August to October to begin the search for her replacement at Maple Valley. The board decided to not rush this process and to hire an inter­ im superintendent for possi­ bly up to a year. The cost of a superintend­ ent search can be in a range of $3,000 to $8,000 dollars with a pool of candidates not “When they say education is getting an increase, the total school aid budget is increased but it is not directly going to schools.” Finance Director Darryl Sydloski So, essentially, the execu­ tive’s [Governor’s] $134/pupil increase is a $25/pupil decrease, the House’s $157/pupil increase is a $2/pupil decrease and the Senate’s $149/pupil increase is a $IO/pupil decrease. “When they say education is getting an increase,” charged Sydloski, “the total school aid budget is increased but it is not direct­ ly going to schools.” The state legislature’s plan is to have a final bill passed by the end of May to send to the Governor. “We are hoping this will be the case,” suggested Sydloski, “and we will have a better handle of our per­ pupil foundation allowance to complete our budget prior, to June 30, 2013.” In This Issue • Excessive rainfall makes extra work for pumping stations Elementary programs modified after RISC assessment Vermontville council updated on festival and curtain restoration Lions knock the ball around to win wooden bat tourney �Papa 2 — Juat S«y ’A* Adwarteed m the Mapte Vdtoy NawT Saturday May 18.2013 Excessive rainfall makes extra work for pumping stations council’s decision at the reg­ ular meeting April 25 to pur­ Staff Writer sue a grant to replace water With ram fall four tunc* higher than normal in the mam* believed to contribute month of April, Scott to leaking, as much as 35 Decker. *upervi*or for the percent Another byproduct from department of public work* in Nashville. explained the the abnormal rainfall was a wash-out on ramification* to member* of culvert the Naahville Village Casgrove Street at the south end. Council on Thursday, May 9 “We removed that section "With 8.5 inches of ram in April, our flow* at the sewer and will need to repair the culvert." said plant were very high." said existing Decker in a written report Decker. Decker also updated the "We pumped 9.064.100 gal­ lons. Compare this to council on a conversation he held with a representative 2.527/JOO gallon* of dnnk the Michigan ing water pumped and you from of get a better understanding for Department our need to cut down the Transportation regarding the amount of infiltration we are streetscape grant in conjunc­ with an MDOT currently experiencing in our tion wastewater collection sys­ improvement project on M­ 66 scheduled for 2014. tem " In a follow-up telephone Decker said he was told conversation with the Maple Nashville has a good chance Valley News on Wednesday. of receiving the funding for May 15. Decker said “in a the streetscape The DPW has.cleaned the perfect world** the amount of gallons pumped would be debris from Putnam Park and close to the same for water installed three new trash and sewer The above figure* receptacles at the park In reflect a number for sewer preparing for the demolition over four times the amount of the waterworks building, for waler. Thi* has made for gas and electric have been extra work on the pumps and removed, with electric for extra consumption on the the park now housed at the electric usage said Decker. booster pump station The sewer lagoon* fill with Regarding the support of the rain water and then need the local police department to be pumped onto the irriga­ at the April 25 regular coun­ tion field*. cil meeting Decker said. " ... "We're taking the right I am very pleased with the steps," said Decker of the council's actions at the last meeting regarding the police matter. It was a strong pres­ ence of our citizens and busi­ ness owners that indicates the true pulse of our commu­ nity. Now we all must move forward with a positive approach to the upcoming issues, water, sewer, streetscape, zoning etc.” Subscribe to the Nashville Village Police Chief Jerry Schray in a writ­ Hastings Banner. ten report to the council said Call 945 9554 for there were 19 citations and 32 violations for the month more Information. of April. by Shari Carney GET MORE NEWS! ! IN MEMORY OF OUR BELOVED SON AND BROTHER DION RAY VILLANEVA i/’Ao passed away 29 years ago May 18th. “DION” When you came into our lives you brought much joy and happiness. You always gave so much but only took so little. Those of us who knew you loved you and adored you. You were the sunshine of our Ilves and the pot of gold at the end of every rainbow. Your laughter and ypur smile made every minute spent with you worthwhile. The memories of you shall never leave us. There is not much more to say or do except to pray and say “We love you.” Julie Vilianeva Schray said there were 43 complaints for April com­ pared to 46 in March. For the 2013 year so far 217 calls have been taken and 35 arrests made. The police department is scheduled for a lien audit Wednesday, May 29. A new part-time officer, Adam Rairigh, has been hired to replace Officer Wynkoop who moved out of state. Garry White told the council he believed it was in violation of the open meet­ ings act when President Frank Dunham was present at a recent policy and ordi­ nance committee meeting. “You asked asked him [Dunham] to be more involved,” said Trustee Ben Langman. “1 don’t know what more we can do for you,” said Trustee Lori Courtney who added, “ I’m sick of it” “I believe it was an open meetings act violation,” con­ tinued White. Ron Ohler asked the coun­ cil “Why is it when there’s positive it is noted and read - a negative letter is not men­ tioned, read or placed in the record.” Dunham responded, “Your complaint was record­ ed ... sent to the committee and then sent to another agency.” Ohler has made a written complaint against Schray and the matter has been for­ warded to the Barry County Sheriffs Department for review. Dunham continued, “At this point in time they don’t see anything.” In other business, the council approved: • the payment of bills for May, $55,624. • the awarding of a street repair bid to Murray’s Asphalt for pavement over­ lay on Gregg Street, $18,623 and to Highway Maintenance for $10,650 for chip seal on East Street and Casgrove Road. Rick Moore from the trail association distributed Trail Magazine which includes the Nashville/Vermontville section ofthe trail. “Nashville is mentioned on page 102,” said Moore. “ ... Nashville is a beacon of hope wanting to make a bet­ ter community. Can’t we all just get along?” Lovingly Remembered... Mom, Dad, Jon, Julie, Scott and Debbie SCHOOL, continued from page 1 opment for teachers in the afternoon. Jeff Seavolt said a dona­ tion of logs for the building trades program has been received from a Bellevue community member. This is the second load in two weeks and equates to a $400 value. President April -Heinze said the athletic committee discussed the necessity of moving to a cumulative ath­ letic eligibility rather than a weekly athletic eligibility and Trustee Bryan Green, representing the technology committee, said it has been decided to have Potterville Schools be the host server for the internet which will facilitate transferring to a cloud based program rather than replacing the current servers. . Maple Valley Schools Superintendent Ronna Steel has explored pricing and options of a direct mail newsletter to showcase what Maple Valley Schools offers to area residents. Another suggestion Steel offered was advertising on area restau­ rant placemats. Trustee Mark Jorgensen suggested the school solicit businesses to advertise on the placemats. The labor and finance committee learned of a com­ mitment from the athletic boosters organization to raise funds for one third ofthe cost to replace the gym floor. Trustee Tim Burd said the floor has to be replaced with­ in two years or it will not be usable. A modified schedule for 2013-14 Elementary school year was .presented (see related story on Re-Inventing Schools Coalition on-site visit). A crisis plan developed by Athletic Director/Assistant Jr./Sr. High School Principal Duska Brumm will be reviewed by the school and community committee on Monday, June 17 at 7 p.m. Expressing frustration over his special needs daugh­ ter’s individual educational plan, Jason Sheridan said he will continue to be her advo­ cate. Heinze assured Sheridan he was the best advocate for her and asked Steel to for** and Sheridan a letter Heinze has written to the director of the Eaton Intermediate School District addressing Sheridan’s con­ cerns. Director of Pathways Academy Kristine Stewart in a written report said “40 stu­ dents will be graduating this year, we are so excited. Students have worked hard A new path is planning to be offered to students of Pathways in the 2013-14 school year. This path would be open to students desiring to get a jump start on college credits. “A student who began this program as a freshman, could graduate with up to 30 college credits,” said Stewart. On the name of Pathways Academy, Stewart said in her report the name “Academy” creates a barrier for students wanting to enter certain branches of military. “Next school year we will become Maple Valley Pathways High School,” she said. Preparations are ongoing to move Pathways into the high school. The additional space will allow for contin- ued growth. The board unanimously approved the following; • The payment of bills, general, $72,354; athletic, $7,296; food service, $52,233; payroll, April 19, $207,125; payroll, May 3, $218,460. • Trustee Wayne Curtis to represent Maple Valley Schools in the district’s elec­ tion for a representative in the Monday June 3 biennial election. Trustee Andrea Montgomery will serve as the alternate. The board members directed Curtis to cast a vote for Garrett Bensinger for one six year term and James Lehman for one six year term. • Staff appreciation resolu­ tion passed with Trustee Brian Green, expressing his appreciation to all the staff. • Wrestling camp trip to Indian Tech University in Ft. Wayne, Indiana for nine ath­ letes and two assistant coaches who will stay on campus. • Graduation requirements as presented by Todd Gonser high school principal. Adjustments were made as the district is transferring from trimester to semester scheduling. • First reading of revi­ sions to board policies, out­ lined and recommended by NEOLA. • Setting of a special board meeting! for Wednesday, May 15, at 7:30 p.m. to act upon the resignation of Steel and to discuss next steps to be taken for an interim superintendent as the search begins for a replacement. Steel’s last day as Maple Valley Schools superintend­ ent is Friday, June, 28. Steel signs contract as BISD head by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Pending approval by the entire Barry Intermediate School District Board of Education, Maple Valley Public Schools Superintendent Ronna Steel will assume the helm of the BISD, effective Monday, July 1. During a second round of contract negotiations Friday, May 3, Steel and BISD Board President Tim McMahon and personnel committee member Sharon Boyle reached a tentative contract agreement, which will be presented to the entire board for its consideration and approval during its next regular meeting, Tuesday, May 14, at 7 p.m. at the BISD, 535 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings. The BISD board voted unanimously to enter con­ tract negotiations with Steel after interviewing her and two other candidates — Cynthia Vujea, former Delton Kellogg superintend­ ent and current superintend­ ent of Lakeshore Public Schools in Stevensville, and David Hamish, an elemen­ tary principal and director of special education, Title I, curriculum and preschool for New Lothrop Area Public Schools. Jeff Jennette, who has served as BISD superintend­ ent since 2008, tendered his resignation effective June 30. He said he is resigning from the post to accept a position with the Wexford County Missaukee County ISD and the Manistee County ISD. McMahon declined to comment on the proposed contract pending the board’s approval. Steel could not be reached for comment. NACC meets Monday YMCA director to speak to group Tom DeVault director of the Barry County YMCA, is the scheduled speaker for the Nashville Area Citizens Coalition meeting on Monday, May 20, at the Kellogg Educational Center beginning at 7 p.m. DeVault will describe YMCA programming being brought to Nashville and of scholarship opportunities to help with funding. Safety training is on the docket also as NACC has adopted a two mile section of M-66 from State Road north to Bayne Road. Plans are progressing for a craft show to be Saturday, June 14 in conjunction with the Valley Rally and 13th Annual Classic & Antique Car Show. For more information on NACC or to sign up for the craft show contact Shirley Dexter, 517-852-0276. 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Judges Schipper, Amy McDowell from Circuit Court, and William Doherty from Family Court, have agreed the investment in youths and support of schools is needed. “We’re all on the same page, and we’re all commit­ ted to doing what we can. Now more than ever, schools need support from the com­ munities,” said Schipper. The. funds will be avail­ able Sept. 1, and will be replenished annually. Schipper and McDowell explained that the funds are to be used for students who cannot afford to pay for an extracurricular activity, such as sports, band camps, Science Olympiad competitions, or possibly even attending prom. The funds will be held in trust and disbursed by a sim­ ple email request from the school officials. Districts will not have to wait for approvals, and funds can be disbursed immediately. The funds will be over­ seen by a committee of attor­ neys, but Schipper said the nice thing about this program is that funds can be' made available almost instantly. “Schools won’t have to wait weeks for funds,” he said. The funding program is an off-shoot of the Robert B. Messer Trust established in 1926 as a way to help chil­ dren in need in Barry County. Judge Doherty established the off-shoot pro­ gram to disburse funds in a more immediate manner. The Messer Trust Fund was started with about $600,000 and has been care­ fully administered over the years to ensure continuation. Today, more than 20 differ­ ent organizations receive nearly $90,000 from the fund annually. Schipper said he believes it’s important for schools to offer and students to be able to participate in extracurricu- Elementary programs modified after RISC assessment by Shari Carney Staff Writer The Re-Inventing Schools Coalition, a non-profit foun­ dation established to improve student perform­ ance and the learning envi­ ronment, visited Fuller Street Elementary last month. Title II dollars were used to pay for the consultation during which a RISC repre­ sentative made an assess­ ment ofthe proposed restruc­ turing plan for the school in 2013-14 school year and offered followup recommen­ dations. Based upon the findings of RISC and after gathering subsequent parent and com­ munity input, Principal Susanne Waffle and Superintendent Ronna Steel have proposed a modified restructuring plan from the original personalized or departmentalized plan for kindergarten through fifth grade students in the 2013­ 14 academic year. In a written report to the Maple Valley school board at its regular meeting on Monday, May 13, Steel and Waffle reported the final par- HASTINGS 4 269-205-4900 JnJiATLrITrvY Downtown Hastings on Statist. flEATER GSQ^TI.com and on Facebook BARGAIN TWILIGHT •A“ k f3iUnUn 0AllY 4:00-5:00 PM eidudes Digital 3D_________ Q No passes ® Stadium Seating SHOWTIMES 5/18-5/22 TITUS AND TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANCE HANGOVER PART III (R) STARTS WED. 5/2210:00 PM FAST & FURIOUS 6 (PG-13) STARTS TH. 5/2310:00 PM O® 3D STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (PG-13) DAILY 3:45, 9:45 O®STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (PG-13) SAT-SUN 12:45,6:45 MON-WED 6:45 O 3D THE GREAT GATSBY (PG-13) 32.50 PREMIUM PER 3D TICKET SAT-SUN 12:30,3:30,6:30, 9:30 MON-WED 6:30, 9:30 ©THE GREAT GATSDY (PG-13) . SAT-SUN 12:15.3:15,6:15,9:15 MON-TUE 6:15,9:15 WED 6:15 O IRON MAN 3 (PG-13) SAT-SUN 12:00, 3:00, 6:05, 9:00 MON-WED 6:05,9:00 ent input numbers. According to data from par­ ent input sheets, 74 percent ofparents selected a personahzed restructuring and 26 percent selected a depart­ mentalized restructuring. The results represented a otal of 76.6 percent of the input sheets returned. Personalized instruction would place children into learning levels based upon their current ability. The earning is project-based and taught in a combined class­ room with team teachers. Departmentalized instruc­ tion has a traditional kinder­ garten and first grade with specialized teachers starting m second grade. The teach­ ers would be content experts and be able to provide a deep “".^standing ofthe content As a result of the input sheets and the RISC institute visit I would like to propose a hybrid plan of the depart­ mentalized and personalized teeing models,” said Waffle in the report. “The largest complaint of those parents choosing the depart­ mentalized learning model was the size of the teamtaught classes.” . Under the modified ver­ sion suggested by Waffle and Steel, students will have a home-room teacher and will move to a two hour cngiish language arts block and one hour math block. For example, if the student is in the third grade but test scores reveal second grade English language arts scores, the stu­ dent will move to a two-hour ELA class at their level. The same will apply to a onehour math block. Social stud­ ies, science and specials will be taught in the home-room. Four specials will be added into the curriculum in 20i 3­ 14, art, music, physical edu­ cation and health. These classrooms would be fluid and teachers would re-test every couple weeks to allow movement if needed,” added Waffle. Students must obtain 80 percent mastery in order to progress to the next standard. Teachers will be linked in a kindergarten to fifth grade strand. There would be three strands in the school incor­ porated one strand per hall­ way. Students would stay within the same strand of teachers for their elementary experience. Initially, a two-year plan will be put into place at Fuller Street, with support from the RISC institute. Support will be in the form of coaches who will work with teachers as they transi­ tion to the role of a facilitator of learning. The goal is to have all subjects and class­ rooms practicing personal­ ized learning and all standards-based grading. Current Maple Valley Academy cademy parents will be consulted to discuss how to proceed, said Waffle in the report. “Is the hybrid plan close enough to the current academy or would they want us to continue offering the same academy for that group of students?” suggested Steel. “RISC is willing to partner with us for intense professional development and support the teachers in their transition ’from teacher to facilitator of learning. "... We can continue with the current plan [personalized or departmentalized, with team teachers] but I feel that with the potential of having a new superintendent and the parent request feedback we should consider modifying our plan.” Steel has accepted the position of superintendent of Intermediate the Barry School District. lar activities. He said for some kids, playing a sport or being in the band may be the only reason they decide to show up for school or do well in their other classes. “We’re doing what we can in the community to help kids,” said Schipper. McDowell said she also is pleased to have funds direct­ ed toward helping students. “We see the parents in our courtrooms, and they have young children who follow their same cycles. If we can encourage the kids, they can participate, and we can break this cycle of coming back to court,” said McDowell. Letters were recently sent to superintendents at each district outlining the pro­ gram and announcing funds will be available in September. Prior to this announce­ ment for all ofthe school dis­ tricts, the courts assisted Maple Valley and Delton Kellogg schools. Delton schools received $2,250 to help- with the “Live, LaUgh, Love” pro­ gram provided by Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan. The program helps students with issues such as bullying, depression, anxiety and suicide aware- ness. Maple Valley also received $ 1,200 to cover the cost of a summer school pro­ gram that might otherwise be cut due to lack of funds. Schipper said the program will help the judges and courts also learn more about the needs of the districts and how support can best be used. “I’m interested in learning really what needs there are and how much need there is,” said Schipper. “I’m sure we’re going to find there’s much more need than $2,000 will cover.” Nashville gears up for the annual car show Plans are progressing for the 13th Annual Classic & Antique Car Show tradition­ ally held the Saturday before Father’s Day. This year’s car show is set for Saturday, June 15 with registration beginning at 8 a.m. and awards presented at Maple Valley School half day and closing reminders Maple Valley Schools will be in session for the morning only on Monday, May 20 and will be closed Friday, May 24 and Monday, May 27 in obser­ vance of the Memorial Day holiday. The last day of school for students will be Thursday, June 6, which will be a half day for stu­ dents with teacher records in the afternoon. 2 p.m. Over 50 awards including Best of Show will be given. Cars will line up along Main Street and several side streets as the need arises. Motorcyles and tractors are welcome said organizers in a press release. Dash plaques will be given to the first 200 vehicle entries. The event includes hundreds of door prizes donated by area sponsors a 50/50 raffle with two draw­ ings Cl 1 a.m. and 2 p.m.) a Farmers market has new organizer Bill Yutzy is the new con­ tact for the Vermontville Farmers Market. Vendors will set up in the pavilion in the village park Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., begin­ ning in July. Yutzy expects the market GROUNDS continued f* from page 1--------P building was opened for the aits and crafts show. The facility is rented by the Maple Syrup Association and the Greater Federation of Women’s of Club Vermontville. No incidents were reported in conjunction with the festival. Powers said plans for sum­ mer maintenance have been outlined and include, paint­ ing, caulking, carpentry, door repairs, ceiling tile replacement, installation of restroom partitions, minof plumbing, shop machinery repairs, etc. To date for the 2012-13 academic year, the transportation department has used 21,746 gallons of fuel at an average cost of $3.37. “May is our biggest month for fuel usage because of the number of field trips, and athletic trips that are sched­ uled for the end of the school year,” added Powers. softball tournament, village wide garage sales, Nashville Area Citizens Coalition craft shdw and Art in the Park at Putnam District Library. Proceeds from the car show benefit local charities. Last year $1,100 was award­ ed to the Nashville Christmas Basket and Wish Upon A Star programs. For more information on the car show contact 517­ 285-3693. 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Parking and restroom facility cleaning was an issue due to the saturation of the grounds due to the above normal rainfall in April. Positive feedback received centered around the decision to remove the giant ferns wheel ride making room for four additional kids rides. Fisher said long lines waited to visit the petting zoo this year. i “The more we do, the bet?-ter it turns out,” said Fisher who then commended the many volunteers. “We have fabulous people working on this. It makes it good for everybody.” President Ruth Wineman read from a letter she had received from a couple who visited the festival for the first time. The couple lives in East Lansing. “ ...In short we had a ball ...” read Wineman. “ ... of course we bought syrup.” Fisher informed the coun­ cil of Detroit Free Press reporter John Carlisle visit­ ing each day of the festival. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News action ads! Carlisle wrote the column, “Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival celebrates small town life” featured in the May 12 issue of the Free Press. Wineman said she had a copy and it was “a very nice article.” Farmers market plans were also discussed and are detailed in a related story. Doug Kelsey spoke on progress being made toward restoring the original theater curtain that had.hung in the Opera House. “So far the curtain project has raised about $1,000,” said Kelsey. T-shirts were sold during the syrup festival to raise funds also. “Mark Twain” and “Abraham Lincoln” are scheduled for a presentation Saturday, June 29. The presentation will take place in the Opera House and ticket sales will add to the restoration fund. The fundraiser is cosponsored by The County Journal and Independent Bank “so far,” said Kelsey who continues to solicit sponsors. The total to restore the 1889 curtain is estimated at $30,000. In other matters, Tom Williams read a letter of rebuke to council members, regarding his wife, treasurer Kelly Jo Williams, and her recent resignation. Williams accused council members of “cowardly acts” and being “threatening and intimidating.” “I know the president tried to help her... the council had hidden agendas ... neither respected her or her opin­ ion,” continued Williams. The council members did not respond. Wineman asked for a copy of the letter. Representing the Eaton County Sheriff Department was Undersheriff Jeff Cook. Cook read from a police report saying the department had handled 32 events in April. Cook said most notable was a case of fraud where an elderly woman was the victim. Cook recommended coun- cil check out crimemapping.com a website of “any reported crime • in Vermontville and the coun­ ty.” Interested parties could set up an alert to be notified by email of crimes in a spec­ ified area. Cook told council mem­ bers of a way to leave crime tips for the police at crimetips@eatoncounty.org. Tips may be anonymous or preferably left with contact information, said Cook. A telephone tip line 517-543­ 5433 is also in use. “This is a great tool for neighborhood watch groups too,” said Cook. In other business the council approved: • Payment of April/May bills for $70,287. • Adoption of w Freedom of Information Act policy and procedures; previ­ ously the village relied on the Michigan Municipal League’s FOIA version. • Village wide garage sale dates set for Thursday, Friday arid Saturday, June 20, 21 and 22. • Additional coverage for the summer months from the Eaton County Sheriff department, equating to eight or nine hours per week. • Meet and greet cook-out residents for village Saturday, July 13. • August 15 regular council meeting date changed to Thursday, Aug. 8. • Maple Syrup Association to close South Main Street from First Street to the corner of East, West and North Main for the 2014 maple syrup festival. The festival is planned, for the last full weekend of April, Friday through Sunday April, 25,26 and 27. •• Payment of $16,800 to Murray’s Asphalt forr street paving and $2,673 to pay village portion of drain assessment. Trustee Sue Villanueva was absent and Trustee Jason Sheridan arrived at 8:04 p.m., due to his daughter’s band concert. Frugal Living Exchange members (from left) Pam Tobias, Jessica Smith, Karen Ghiban, Shauna Swantek, Vickie Ashley, Bonnie White (hidden), Erin and Ezekiel Carney, Laura Smith add layer upon layer of soil and organic matter to create a lasagna bed garden for this summer's reading program, "Dig Into Reading,” at Putnam District Library. (Photo by Rhonda Cook) Lasagna bed gardens are growing at Putnam Library Lasagna bed gardening and perennial plant swap was the topic ofthe Frugal Living Exchange at Putnam District Library on Tuesday, May 7. Grocery bags of variegated hostas, money plant, daffodils, mint, strawberry plants and several other vari­ eties of perennialss were offered to members in exchange to freshen up the appearance of many existing garden beds. Pat McClelland offered a plethora ofplants and garden knowledge to group and Smith provided Bessie enough beautiful hostas for all members, said coordinator Laura Scott. Attendees filled in the newly built raised garden beds, with layer upon layer of soil and organic matter. “The premise of lasagna bed gardening is to utilize materials that will naturally compost as your garden grows and offer gardeners a dig free method to start new garden plots directly over an existing lawn,” said Scott. Lasagna Gardening, by Patricia Lanza was the inspi­ ration for the gardens. The book is on the shelf in Putnam’s non-fiction section as a reference guide to creat­ ing “dig free” beds. The Frugal Living Pat McClelland offers not only plants but also a wealth of gardening wisdom to the Frugal Living Exchange group as they build lasagna gardens at Putnam District Library. group’s next meeting is Tuesday, May 21 at 6:30 p.m. Erin Campbell will dis­ cuss conserving water with rain barrels and the best prac­ tices for installing them. “Rain barrels offer a won­ derful frugal means to lower­ ing water bills during the height of the growing season by utilizing the saved water that is collected from storm water,” said Scott. Members will be constructing rain barrels and are encouraged to bring materials. 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The sessions will be at Bennett Park in Charlotte from 9 a.m. to 12:15 or 1 to 4:15 p.m. Science Adventure Week is open to fourth and fifth graders who are excited about science, said Andrea Stay. Students will participate in hands-on activities and lessons regarding, rocks and minerals, fossils, tree and plant life, stream life, tree identification, forestry, ground water, bugs, chem­ istry, decomposition, recy­ cling, geocaching and more. This event is a partnership of the City of Charlotte, Eaton Conservation District, Eaton County Resource Recovery, Eaton County Parks, and many dedicated teachers and natural resource professionals. There is a minimal fee for the week-long study. Registration forms are avail­ able at www.eatoncd.org, under the announcements tab or call Stay, 517-543-5848 ext. 5. Low-priced prescriptions, great coffee & relaxing massage. We'll help you feel better! '4 The Human Condition LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. 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Worship............. 11 a.m. ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.................... 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 Supper 6:00-7:15........................... Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00..................... Sunday School 10: 00 ..................... Church Service 11: 00...................................... 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Service...................................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Full Service Floral & Vintage Jewelry FLOWERS, PLANTS, BALLOONS & GIFTS for Weddings, Sympathy, Birthdays, Anniversaries and Every Day! Delivery Available • We Rent Tuxes 234 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9224 • 517-852-1691 CINDY HEINSEN, OWNER 517-852-9100 501 N. Main (M-66) • Nashville, Ml QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West W.orship 11:15 a.m. .PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 2415 McCann Road 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 SIMPLY THE BEST! ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of SL 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE massage therapy Ml That Glitters A Nashville Destination! GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH jjVP 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 ht 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517) 852-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN - 269-763-3120 06800033 �Page 6 — Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, May 18,2013 Memories of the Past Former resident shares early memories of Nashville This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News May 17,1983. She wrote: Thefol­ lowing is the second of a three-part series ofboyhood recollections written byfor­ mer resident Guy Howell who now lives in Tucson, Ariz. The story by Howell, who also furnished accom­ panying photos ofhis grow­ ing-up years in Nashville, is beingpublished in three con­ secutive issues ofthe Maple Valley News.) by Guy Howell I guess I was just an aver­ age student in. the lower grades in school We played various games. In spring and summer, we played marbles, crack-thewhip, pom-pom-pullaway and various kinds-of tag. We also Iplayed red-light, blue­ light as a fancy version of hide-and-seek. I remember the first mar­ bles I had; just a few of the clay variety. The big boys were tossing marbles at a hole in the ground and they asked me to join them. I started winning marbles until 1 had both of the front pock­ ets in my trousers crammed full. I got two safety-pins from somewhere to hold them shut. 1 found out later that the older boys just let me win. I went into the school and sat down at my desk. A marble rolled out of my pocket. Such a clatter on the floor! After another two or three rolled out, to the amusement of the other stu­ dents, the teacher called me to her desk and, producing a On the playground at Nashville school. Guy Howell (left) parlayed a handful of clay marbles into pockets bulging with the prized orbs, which soon scattered across the classroom floor. With Guy in this 1926 photo are Voyle Varney and Dorothy Tarbell. Later, Varney was killed fighting a November 1943 barn fire — the only Nashvlle firefighter ever to perish in the line of duty. box, told me she would keep my marbles for me until it was time to go home. At this writing, I have a collection of glass marbles that num­ bers in the hundreds, some of them old-time fancy ones. In due time, I left the lower floor of the Nashville school and went upstairs to the seventh grade, where Ruth Van Hom was my teacher. She stood a little over six feet tall and from her build, I would imagine she weighed over 200 pounds and none of it (or very little) was fat. We had lots of fun in her class, but when we were supposed to study, she was a no-nonsense teacher. When she said to do something, we knew we had better do it. She was good on dramat­ ics. We put on several plays under her tutelage. One I . remember very well was “Evangeline,” about the Acadians who were driven out of their settlements into Louisiana. It is from them that the name Cajun was derived. We put that play on for the townspeople, in the Methodist Community Center. I was dressed as a British soldier, red coat and all, complete with an octa­ gon-barrel musket. That sure was a heavy thing. For my 14th birthday, I received a Brownie box cam­ era. It used 120 millimeter film and took good pictures for that day. There was no time exposure or flash attachment. The photos had to be taken in available light. Which reminds me of another incident that hap­ pened when I was 14 years old. Another family in Nashville, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Howell (no relation), invited us to go with them, in their Model T Ford, to Yankee Springs, west of Hastings, to pick dewberries. There were a lot of sand dunes in Yankee Springs on which grew an abundance of berries. We started early in the morning, and upon arrival at the place, began picking berries. The Carl Howells had two children about my age, or a little younger. The boy was Bob and the girl was Geraldine. The three of us picked some berries, but most ofthe picking was done by our parents. We young­ sters had fun romping around the dunes where there were no berry vines. At noon, we had a picnic lunch, then more berry pick­ ing until about the middle of the afternoon, when we start­ ed for home, I was just about asleep when I heard something snap. The car swerved to the left and hit the wooden guardrail that was beside the road. It pulled out two posts and kept on down the bank. Then the front wheels buck- This photo of Guy Howell was taken when he was 5 years old, not long after his parents, the Ransom Howells, moved the family from Alalbama to Nashville in 1918. The following year, the Howells bought a home at 716 Reed St. led under the car just as we came to the edge of a pond. The car had just eased down the bank and we weren’t even shaken up. They found later that the radius rod had broken. When we swerved across the road, we crossed in front of a Buick that was ‘heading toward us. It wasn’t traveling fast and was able to stop quickly. The man and woman in the Buick took my mother to a farmhouse where she called a garage in Hastings. They sent a wreck­ er and it hooked onto the car, but the bank was so steep, and with the front wheels of our car being buckled under, the wrecker couldn’t pull it, so the driver anchored the front qnd of the wrecker to a tree on the opposite side of the road. Then he was able to pull the car up the 12-foot bank and onto the road. I believe Carl Howell’s wife was named Nellie. Delores A. Garrett Nov. 15, 1938 - May 19, 2005 Remember Me Remember me when the flowers bloom Early in the spring Remember me on sunny days In the fun that summer brings Remember me in the fall As you walk through the leaves of gold And in the wintertime - remember me In the stories that are told But most of all remember Each day-right from the start I will be forever near For I live within your heart We love you, Wife & Mother Donald, George, Dale, Donna, Donnie, & Grandchildren Guy Howell, seen in this circa-1928 photo with his mother, Florence, recalls an eventful berry-picking trip his family made with friends to Yankee Springs when he was 14. The auto was wrecked but few berries were lost. Anyway, her parents lived in Hastings, so we stayed with them overnight. They fixed the car the next day, so we were a day late gatting home. In all that ruckus, only about a quart of berries were spilled and no one was injured. They said that if the car hadn’t pulled out the posts, which had the effect of straightening the front wheels, that the car would have rolled and the ending could have been a lot differ­ ent. We were very thankful. In 1928, in the eighth grade, still with Ruth Van Horn as teacher, we were studying European history in Medieval times. The castles fascinated us, so our teacher said we would build one. The room had a table that measured about five by eight feet. We rounded up oatmeal containers and other boxes and started our project. We used modeling clay over the boxes and made figures from paper and cardboard. The moat around the castle was blue paper laid down and glass put over it. I don’t think we had the drawbridge down. I have several pictures of the front of the castle and they all show it with the drawbridge up. The light used for the pictures was sun­ light coming in through the windows. They were taken with my Brownie camera. I think we did a pretty good job. I remember the maple syrup and sugar that was made in those days. There was a sugar bush a little way from Nashville that we used to visit and watch proceed­ ings. The maple sap was gathered in two barrels on a horse-drawn stone boat and taken to a shanty where it was put into a tank. From there, it went into the evapo­ rating pan, which had a fire built under it. We kids usual­ ly had dishes and spoons with us, and they would give us a little syrup. We would stir it and beat it until it turned to sugar. It sure was good. Continued next page �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 18, 2013 — Page 7 MEMORIES, continued from previous page 1W W dduu, • m m 1 *? ^leii j, i bt nStd nt •fa nhttaihj .®? 0 eVtigng^ ■«* UM, ft, •ba, pkJjitHi ’»«?, inis tufa, ti inffioi stifa&upajlj ibdader. HtWtafta iijdi taiifcwa! aoMi sifftoa Esfecf attt sE-at sad »t msMMi Iferalisliffi Militate itd'tmi^n tuKulfblE at jaiatiiKff1' W'i riikditai [ & paper ad elite ■ ' tapftfW^1 don. *"',' dnw^i In the 1930s, a couple ofus fellows got the idea that we would like some watermel­ ons, so we decided to “coon” some. We got away with it, being careful not to step on the plants and taking only one apiece. We did it occa­ sionally for awhile. Then one day we saw a nice field of cantaloupes alongside the railroad track, just a little west of the Greggs Crossing bridge over the Thomapple River. Over the fence we went, and bending low, man­ aged to get four nice ones each. We started back toward the railroad and just as we were pushing the melons under the fence, the farmer hollered at us. Over the fence we went, grabbed up our melons and . ran down the tracks. The farmer was gain­ ing on us, so we took to the bushes that grew along the river, in which we could go faster than the farmer. We soon outdistanced him and I reckon he went back home. We kept on until we came to the bridge, where we sat and ate the melons. The next year we went back along the railroad, but nothing was planted in that field. However, in another field, nearer the river, we saw some beautiful big watermelons. We went back toward the bridge and cut over to the river, where we went along under the bank (which was high) until we were even with the field. We had fallen into the river two or three times on the trip, but we crawled cautiously up the bank and peeked over the top. We were looking at the most beautiful field of — blue hubbard squash we had ever seen. I reckon the farmer had the last laugh. Other times we would take a skillet and a little bacon and head down the river. We would pass some cornfields from which we would bor­ row a couple of nice ears and while passing a potato field, we would scrape under a vine and borrow three or four nice potatoes. We would continue down the river to a favorite sandbar that stuck out into the river, build a fire and get a tin can we had stashed away. We would boil Graduation Invitations to fit every style With a Brownie box camera he received as a gift for his 14th birthday. Guy Howell snapped this photo of a Medieval castle replica made by eighth graders in the class of Ruth Van Horn. Howell, who later worked as a press photographer, used only available light for this 1928 shot. the com, fry some bacon,, then in the bacon grease we would fry the potatoes. It was a very good meal. I reck­ on we were more or less copying Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn. I reckon it was wrong, but we didn’t think about that at the time. We figured we weren’t actually hurting anyone, and we let it go at that. In the winter, we would continue on up the railroad to a shack beside the tracks, which was called the half­ way house. It was halfway between sections on the rail­ road, and the section men used it to rest and eat their lunches. It had a potbelly cast iron stove that always had wood and coal in it. We would eat our lunch there. We had a good time in those days. One day three of us were going along the tracks in a blinding blizzard. I warned the others to watch for trains. The visibility was less than 50 feet. Suddenly, we saw a headlight appear out of the snow. One fellow jumped down the bank at one side. The other guy and I went down the bank at the other side. It was a' freight train and wasn’t traveling very fast. I doubt if the engineer saw us. After it passed, we assembled on the tracks once more and made it to the halfway house.’ Another time we were walking the railroad and had to cross a creek or ravine on a trestle. We had gotten maybe a third or halfway across when here came a train! We knew we couldn’t make it to the other side before the train caught us, so we climbed over the side ofthe trestle and stood on some of the bracings, while hang­ ing on to other bracings. The train thundered across, and that trestle bounced up and down with (he weight of the train, while we hung on for dear life, wishing we were elsewhere. That was the first and only time it ever hap­ pened to us, and we didn’t long for any more. (To be continued) KdJrk?*'' KdJrk?* fcH*’ * «K ffH?’’ *.||l Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers • Lakewood News • Maple Valley News <>■ • Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News * • Reminder • Hastings Banner Over 64,000 Papers Distributed Every Week! rx> »>* 1351 N. M-43 Highway * P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone (269) 945-9554 - Fax (269) 945-5192 �Page 8 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, May 18,2013 From the Pulpit Inner spirit better than outer looks by Pastor Glenn Branham Nashville Assembly ofGod A common phrase “actions speak louder than words” is similar to the Scripture from 1 Peter 3:4, “ ... let it be the hidden man of the heart...” Peter discourages an overemphasis on outer appear­ ance and undue attention on physical features. Our inner spiritual condition is more important than our looks. It is not that we should let ourselves go, but we ought to focus our self-improvement efforts on issues of the heart. A tale of two waitresses: Suppose an attractive young waitress, whose appearance is neat and clean, waits your table. In seconds, she can undo all the positives her appearance has created by her demeanor and attitude. She blusters to your table, wildly chewing gum, rolling her eyes as if she did the world a favor by showing up today. She plops down, slouching into a chair borrowed from a neighboring table, hunches over her tablet, and barks, “Yeah, what do you want?” Tentatively, you ask, “How’s the roast?” She rudely reflects, “It’s your stomach.” Her nicely starched, pristine, white blouse isn’t so important now, is it? Her impeccable hair-do and tastefully done makeup do not even register. On second thought, people do get a glimpse of our inner life, don’t they? Our waitress followed the dress code to the letter, but we want a new waitress because of how she has presented herself to us. This is part of what Peter is telling us. To take our story just one step further, suppose you move to the neighboring dining section. Your waitress has a few strands of hair flying aloft due to her obvious­ ly hectic pace. Let’s also assume there is a very recent mustard stain on her apron. But she smiles, is upbeat and pleasant. She knows the menu and doesn’t criticize her manager or the diner. She is prompt and pleasant, despite having the busiest section in the diner. Which section would you choose to sit in and be served? , How about you? Do people meet an ipwardly attractive you or merely a nice outer appearance? It doesn’t have to be either/or, but given the choice, God compels us to develop our spiritual character rather than our physical appearance. The Lord sees both our inner qualities and our outer appearance. When our spirit pleases God, men also will notice. ATTENTION Education policies and bullying Education policy is one of become more dangerous and prohibiting bullying. my top priorities since it increasingly difficult to con­ My intent, with the intro­ shapes our children’s future trol with the new ways kids duction ofthis bill, is that our and the future of our state. I interact. As a previous children will feel safe to am fighting hard as your rep­ school social worker, I saw -attend school and receive a resentative to protect the firsthand the impact ofbully­ quality education not hin­ integrity of Michigan’s pub­ ing. To address this issue, I dered by environmental fac­ lic education system and for was instrumental in the tors like bullying. Call me, 517-373-0853, or the best interests of our stu­ development and implemen­ email dents. In addition to serving tation of an anti-bullying on the House Education program in Grand Ledge TheresaAbed@house.mi.gov Committee, I was recently schools and fought hard for , or visit the website, appointed to the House the passage of a state law www.abed.housedems.com. Democrats’ Education Task Force. The purpose of the educa­ tion task force is to review, analyze and study the best educational initiatives across the state and country. The Barry County Extension Calendar of Events ultimate goal is to recom­ mend a set of forward-think­ May 18 Heritage Turkey Show, 11 a.m., 5325 S. ing policies to enhance pub­ Charlton Park Rd., Hastings lic education for every stu­ May 19 4-H Point Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo dent in Michigan. Center In addition to being a May 20 Rabbit Showmanship Clinic, 7 p.m., member ofthe task force and Fairgrounds sitting on the education com­ May 21 4-H Shooting Sports Practice, 6 p.m., BCCC mittee, I also have continued Small Livestock Sale Committee Meeting, 7 my advocacy for safe p.m., Extension Office * schools. I recently intro­ May 23 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center duced House Bill - MTl May 24- 26 Caledonia FFA Open Hog, Sheep & Goat which would amend the Show and Judging Contest, Expo Center school code to add cyber­ May 27-31 National Volunteer Week - Thank you 4-H bullying to the definition of Volunteers! bullying and would require May 28 4-H Shooting Sports Practice, 6 p.m., BCCC schools to report incidents to May 30 Cat Pre-registrations due in Extension Office the Michigan Department of Mock Dog Show (Showmanship), 5 p.m., Education. Expo Center Bullying is an unaccept­ Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, able and prohibited behavior 7 p.m., Exp Center in our schools that has June 1 Fair Cooking Competition Pre-registrations due in Extension Office June 2 Open Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center Goat Clinic, 2 p.m., Zink’s Farm, 4899 W M­ 179 Hwy., Hastings June 4 Exploration Days Orientation Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office 4-H Shooting Sports Practice, 6:30 p.m., BCCC June 5 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center The Sunfield Recycling June 6 Center will be closed Saturday, May 25, and Monday, May 27, for the Memorial Day holiday. The center will resume normal hours the following weekend. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Sunfield Recycling Center closed for holiday VILLAGE RESIDENTS The Village ofNashville will be flushing hydrants on May 23rd & 24th. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. Be aware you may experience rusty water. Nashville DPW NOTICE TO VILLAGE RESIDENTS ATTENTION NASHVILLE RESIDENTS SPRING BRUSH CLEAN UP/LEAVES PICK UP IS COMPLETED The Village of Nashville is no longer picking up brush or leaves. We have completed this spring cleanup for the year. Ifyou have leaves or brush set at the curb please remove them and dispose of them another way. The village does not pick up any other items such as junk, furniture, carpet. If you have any of these items at the curb please contact ‘Granger to arrange for pickup or remove them and dispose of them another way. Thank you, Nashville DPW PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin,* age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. The village would like to remind all vil­ lage residents that to be in accordance with the Noxious Weeds/Plants Ordinance #10-10-68, they must not allow their grass/weeds to grow to more than 12” high. To accomplish this they must mow their grass at least every 2 weeks under normal growing conditions, between May 1 and November 1. If all residents work to keep the village looking nice and keep the mosquito population under control, every­ one will benefit. Thank you Nashville Village Clerk 06812443 06799959 o por S? NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on December 11, 2008, by Steven R. Pyrzynski and Christine M. Pyrzynski, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on January 22, 2009, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 20090122-0000613, which mort­ gage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated March 21, 2013, recorded on March 25, 2013, in Instrument Number 2013-004096, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Ope Hundred Fifty-Seven Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Eight and 00/100 Dollars ($157,568.00); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of. sale in said Mortgage having become operative .by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, June 13, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney .fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Commencing at the center post of Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, thence North 713 feet to point of beginning; thence North 607 feet to a point 1320 South of the North quarter post; thence East 1320 feet; thence South 921 feet to a point 2241 feet South' of the Section line, thence West 1045 feet, thence North 314 feet; thence West 275 feet to point of beginning. ALSO: Commencing at the Northeast comer of Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, thence South 0 degrees 31 min­ utes 5 seconds South West 660 feet; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 59 seconds West 1325.33 feet; thence North 0 degrees 34 minutes 30 seconds East 660 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 59 seconds East 454.68 feet to point North 89 degrees 57 minutes 59 seconds West 870 feet from the Northeast comer of said Section 27; thence South 0 degrees 2 minutes 1 sec­ onds West 384 feet, thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 59 seconds East 675 feet'; thence North 0 degrees 2 minutes 1 sec­ onds East 384 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 59 sec­ onds East 196 feet to point of beginning. ALSO: The East half of the Northeast quarter of Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, EXCEPT the North 660 feet thereof. Commonly known as: Parcel Numbers: 08-04-027-160-00 and 08-04-027-110-00 and 08-04­ 027-105-300-00 The period with­ in which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: May 9, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (05-11 )(06-01) oesnsss �Kk Just Say‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 18, 2013 — Page 9 WMU spring deans’ lists include many local students STjaAn xCU^ib CU^ib’ ’ ^SSb SSb $*^ 'mJ,W *^v’ IgStaStap StaStap B c»tsS »tsS 'S> >iij* Sifc c S«£ gfe *SS S&«S> *'S&i«> «T>* barru Counlu “S «ta« Mt*«tlfclW. ®*iwn W# H U «® ®Wta>oji *wa<tos ■ILL ■ILLttalttijint ® teotatMatrtj ktataWte itaUM instates ttMtWii jOteMIl! 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A craft project is planned, as well. For more information, call Lacey Cunningham 517-2851032 or email office@myvbc.org. and Schedule of Events war < Ik*]] ] <s “ at Stanfield, Megan Whitney. Dowling — Alexis Hickey, Todd Machan. Hastings Danielle Anderson, Alexander Auer, Sarah Brandt, Benjamin Conklin, John Coolidge, Kelsi Herrington, Erich Iberle, Jonathan Kalmink, Alice Kinney, Tyler Ryan, Katherine Secord, Chelsea Siska, Julie Trudell, Daniel Wilkins. Nashville Kayla Chapman. Vermontville MOPS group to meet Tuesday Theda Weeks Gardner will be celebrating her 93rd birth­ day on May 22, 2013. She Mothers of Preschoolers has two children, six grand­ will meet at Vermontville children, 14 great grandchil- Bible Church, 250 N. Main dren, and 14 great great St., Vermontville, Tuesday, grandchildren. Cards may be May 21, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. sent to her at Theda Gardner, Child care will be provid9950 S. Clark Rd., Nashville, ed by adult volunteers from MI 49073. the church. A panel of mentor nioms s§§ sm Theda Gardner to celebrate 93rd birthday Western Michigan University has released its deans’ list for the spring semester. To be eligible, stu­ dents must have earned at least a 3.5 grade point aver­ age in at least 12 hours of graded class work. Local students on the deans’ lists include: Bellevue Taylor Augustine, Elizabeth Curry, Jennifer Mason, Mikkhael Odell, Jamie Ranger, Jannette Shaw, Stephanie Warehouse Space^ Contact... M66 Tire 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66 Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 616-374-1200 sauce, wheat bun. Tuesday, May 21 Chicken pasta salad, broc­ coli raisin salad, Mandarin oranges, crackers. Wednesday, May 22 Roast beef with Cheddar cheese, pickled beets, tropi­ cal fruit, wheat bun. . Thursday, May 23 Chef salad, macaroni salad, citrus sections, crack­ ers. Friday, May 24 Chicken salad, coleslaw, peaches, bun. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, May 20 Pork cutlet, stuffing, sweet potatoes, green beans, orange. Tuesday, May 21 Meatloaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, stewed tomatoes, fruit crisp, cookie. Wednesday, May 22 Breakfast sandwich, hash brown cubes, applesauce, orange tangerine juice. Thursday, May 23 BBQ ribette, com, green beans, orange, bun. Friday, May 24 Baked chicken breast with gravy, stuffing, com, spinach, applesauce. Activities Calendar Monday, May 20 Hastings: Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; TV Strings; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Mini Massage 9-12. H,W,N: Reminiscence. Delton: Legal Aid. Tuesday, May 21 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; NO Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Nashville: Mini Massage 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 22 Hastings: Music with Sam; Nails; Cards Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30 p.m.; Adopt a Mini Pet 11-2. Delton: Massage 11 a.m.; Reminiscence. Woodland: Sing-A­ Long. Thursday, May 23 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 a.m.; NO Beading, next class June 27. Delton: Puzzles/ Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, May 24 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.jp.; Writing Class 9 a.m. Woodland: Sing-ALong; Visiting; Mini Massage 11 a.m. Stoney Point Women’s Club conclude year The Stoney Point Women’s Club gathered Thursday, May 9, for lunch at Good Time Pizza in Nashville. Nine members and four spouses attended this final meeting of the year. The club will resume meeting Sept. 12, at 1 p.m. at Annette Cole’s home. They will be making pillows for Pennock Hospital as a proj­ ect. Secret pals will will be revealed, and new names drawn. The meeting also will include election of new officers. Call for Maple Valiev classified ads Phene 945-9554 orl-899-879-7985 This stone at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville marks the grave of Frances E. Shepard. Shepard compiled the works for the publication “History of Vermontville. Shephard’s History of Vermontville This is a continuation of the “History of Vermontville” compiled by Frances E. Shepard. According to her obituary, which appeared in the Charlotte Shopping Guide, “Miss Shepard was born March 10, 1907, in Vermontville. She was a graduate of Vermontville High School, a former employee of Archway Cookies of Battle Creek and retired from Eaton Manufacturing, Battle Creek. She was a member of the Vermontville First Congregational Church, the Ladies Christian Association the and Vermontville Historical Society. She was a historian and compiled the Vermontville history/’ She was 88 when she died Dec. 26, 1995, at the Eaton Manor Nursing Home in Charlotte. She was survived by two nieces, Florence Lorenz of Nev., Hawthorn, Nev., and Virginia Cox Virginia Cox of Vermontville; nephew LaFleur Phillip of Vermontville; grand-nieces and grand-nephews Norval Fisher, Mike Fisher, Sally Grangier, Linda Hannink, Debra Vandiver, Cynthia Grant, Ross Furlong and Teresa Thomas. She was preceded in death by her brother John Shepard; sister, Mary LaFleur; and nephew, Paul LaFleur. Shepard was devoted to history. In this segment of her compilation, Shepard incorporated a list taken from Michigan Heritage by Dr. Ethel Williams. Williams, who was raised in Yankee Springs and later moved to Hastings to attend high school, graduated in 1910 and became a doctor of osteopathic medicine. She held many titles in her life, including on that likely was of interest to Shepard: Genealogist. (For a full story on Williams, see the May 16, Hastings Banner.) the compact which is Thefollowing is from the deposited in the county 1863 to 1864 State building at Charlotte: Rev. Gazetteer, pages 495 to 496, Sylvester Cochrane, which Shepardfound at the Poultney, Vt., clergyman; state library Hiram J. Mears, Poultney, Vt., wheelwright; Levi Vermontville Merrill Jr., Poultney, Vt., A township and post vil­ farmer; Simon S. Church, lage in Eaton County; the Sudbury, Vt., farmer; Jacob village is situated on the Fuller, Bennington, Vt.: stage route from Charlotte to cooper; Oren Dickinson, Saranac. It contains two West Haven, Vt., farmer; churches, to wit, Elijah S. Mead, West Haven, Congregational and Vt., farmer; Wait J. Squier, Methodist; two general New Haven, Vt., farmer; stores; a steam sawmill and Stephen D. Scoville, Orwell, various mechanics’ shops. Vt., farmer; Simeon The merchants receive their McCotter, Orwell, Vt., cabi­ goods via Marshall. It has six netmaker; Walter S. mails per week. The town­ Fairfield, Castleton, Vt., ship contains a population of printer; Sidney B, Gates, '900, Postmaster' is Hdhier Y| Brandon, Vt., farmer; Daniel Barber. Barber, Benson, Vt., merTownship officers chant; Edward H. Barber, Supervisor Ortemus (former residence not listed) Smith, Clerk Adonijah H. farmer; Jay Hawkins, Proctor, Treasurer Edward Castleton, Vt., farmer; O. Boardman. List ofprofessions, trades Martin S. Norton, Bennington, Vt., blacksmith; etc. Dewey H. Robinson, Alexander Allen, carpen­ Bennington, Vt., physician; ter; Daniel F. Barber, general Bazaleel Taft, Bennington, store; Homer G. Barber, jus­ Vt., machinist; Roger W. tice of the peace; Burton Griswold, Benson, Vt., Barns, cabinet-maker; Asa farmer; Wells R. Martin, Benedict, justice of the Bennington, Vt., surveyor; peace; Daniel Church, car­ Charles Imus, Dorset, Vt.; penter; Simeon S. Church, Willard Davis, Bellevue, Vt.; justice of the peace; George S. Browning, Benjamin Collins, cooper; Bellevue, Vt., (no occupation Horace Curtis, carpenter; listed) Oliver J. Stiles, Jonas Davis, carpenter; Mrs. Bellevue, Vt., physician; Willard Davis, milliner; Isaac C. Colver, Poultney, Napoleon Deplanta, cooper; Vt., farmer; Orson Fuller, James Fleming, boot and Dorset, Vt., tanner and curri­ shoe maker; Daniel Fuller, er; Josiah B. Scovell, Orwell, cooper; Jacob Fuller, cooper; Vt., farmer; Elial M. Bond, William B. Fuller, cooper; Castleton, Vt., chairmaker; Julius Hawkins, cabinet Thaddeus Tengle, Castleton, maker; George Hayden, Vt., farmer; Ezra Clark, mason; Franklin P. Hopkins, Greenville, N.Y., tailor; saw mill; Edward Hyde, car­ Frederick Freeman, riage maker; Robert C. Clarendon, Vt., farmer; Kedzie, physician; Elisha William S. Bascomb, Kelsey and Son, black­ Castleton, Vt., merchant; smiths; Charles F. Lane, Ferron Parker, Castleton, physician; Ransom Loomis, Vt., merchant; Royal B. cooper; Henry J. Martin, Towslee, Castleton, Vt., general store; Wells R. merchant; Joseph Hawkins, Martin, insurance agent; Castleton, Vt., farmer; Rev. Uri Mason, Methodist William C. Fonda, Bellevue, minister; Jesse Patterson, Vt., farmer; Reuben S. cooper; Adonijah H. Proctor, Haskell, Bellevue, Vt., stu­ hotel; Alfred Scott, black­ Belcher Atheam, smith; Rev. Orange H. According to Shepard, the dent; Vt., farmer; Spoor, Congregational min­ foregoing is a true record of Bellevue, the township meeting held on Leonard Root, Granville, ister; A.A. Thompson, physithe first Monday in April N.Y., physician; Albert M. cian^ Eben Tracy, black­ 1837 and the doings ofsaid Hoyt, Castleton, Vt., farmer; smith; Hiram Wiard, mason; meeting. The list was taken Silas C. Smith, Bellevue, Vt., Homer G. Barber, postmas­ E.M. Avery, ter, from Michigan Heritage, by farmer; Hudson, N.Y., farmer. (To be continued.) Dr. Ethel W. Williams The signatures of the fol­ lowing persons are affixed to �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday,-May 18,2013 Lion ladies a few points shy of first at jamboree The Lions’ Hanna Kyle nears the finish line at the end of the 300-meter low hurdles Tuesday at Delton Kellogg High School. She won the race in 48.17 seconds after tak­ ing the 100-meter hurdles in 16.13. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Kalamazoo Valley Association’s top hurdler, one of its top distance run­ ners, and some fine perform­ ances in the .field events helped Maple Valley’s varsi­ ty girls’ track and field team to a runner-up finish at the five-team KVA jamboree hosted by Delton Kellogg Tuesday. The Lions were just 2-3 in their league duals coming into the event. “I’m a little disappointed we didn’t take first, but con­ sidering all the injuries we’ve had this year second isn’t too bad,” said Lion head coach Rob Browne. “I think at the league finals we should be able to take back at least one spot.” The conference champi­ onship meet will be held Tuesday at Olivet. Maple Valley will host a Division 3 Regional Meet this Friday, a EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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The Hadley Joppie to win the Lions were second with 88.5 1600-meter relay at the end points, followed by Delton of the evening, finishing in Maple Valley’s Robbie Welch starts to round the cor­ Kellogg 69.5, Parchment 66 4:19.84. ner on his way to a fourth-place finish in the 400-meter and Hackett Catholic Central Joppie was also second in 30. the 200-meter dash with a dash at Tuesday’s KVA Jamboree hosted by Delton Hanna Kyle won each of time of 28.14, and had a big Kellogg. (Photo by Brett Bremer) the two hurdle races for the day in the field. She won the third by clearing 6-0. Lions, finishing the 100- long jump with a mark of 15 clearing 4-11. “McKayla Lamance, she Delton Kellogg’s Mallory meter hurdles in 16.13 sec­ feet 5.25 inches. Her team­ onds and the 300-meter low mate McKayla Lamance had got a PR in the high jump, 4­ Sewell won the discus with a 11. That’s pretty good, and mark of 101-1, besting hurdles in 48.17. two personal record jumps in she really doesn’t practice Constantine’s Heavin King Jessica Rushford took the te the field, e, finishing ns ng fifth t inn it” Browne said. “She who had a throw of 96-1. 1600-meter run for Maple the long jump at 13-11 and it, jumped 4-9, which I think King got Sewell in the shot Valley in 5 minutes 41.00 winning the high jump by was at the first meet of the put though, finishing first season, indoors. She’s a dual despite both girls having a sport athlete, also doing soc­ top throw of 33-7. cer. She just started long King’s win in the shot put for me last was the only victory for the jum.ping AUTO SERVICE CENTER Saturday, and she jumped Constantine girls on the day. Your Local GM 13-11 today, which put her Constantine also won the Automotive Specialists in my second spot for region- boys’ jamboree, with just LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON M_7O als.” two individual victories. The Our Diagnostic Computer Software The Lions had a couple Falcon boys’ team finished is Compatible With AU Makes & Models other big jumps in the field, with 93 points. Parchment in the pole vault. Jadelyn was second with 83, fol­ Stewart won the event by lowed by Delton Kellogg 77, Okw, /rtf Dobbin. AU Maitor Technician 20 years experience clearing 9-3, while teammate Hackett 56 and Maple Valley 4 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE Shawna Dockter tied for 44. IBDBBIM'S.ACOetco COMPLETE The Falcons had David Jones take the 1600-meter run in 4:48.50 and Justin Hull the 100-meter dash in 11.02. Brandon Robbins matched Kyle’s sweep of the hurdles, taking the 110-meter high hurdles for the Delton boys in 15.53 and the 300-meter intermediate hurdles in 42.55. Robbins also anchored the Delton 1600meter relay team which fin­ ished with a first-place time of 3:38.81. The Lion boys’ team had Ryan Nisse second to Robbins in the 110 hurdles with a time of 15.68. Nisse later placed third in the 300 hurdles with a time of 45.00. Delton’s Brady Mills took the pole vault at 12-0, best­ ing Maple Valley’s Robbie Welch on attempts. The Panthers’ Kenny Coates was third at 11-6. Maple Valley’s top per­ formances came in the throws, as Keegan Yost took the shot put with a mark of 53-1 and the discus at 145-2. Dayton Ashley was fifth in each of those events, getting a mark of 110-4 in the discus and 39-10 in the shot put. Both Lion teams were third, behind Ionia and' Lakewood at Saturday’s Central Montcalm Hornet Invitational. Ionia took the girls’ meet in the Green Division for larger schools with 187 points, followed by Lakewood 168, Maple Valey 54, Central Montcalm 42 and Lakeview 31. Rushford had a big day for the Lions, placing second in the 400-meter dash with a time of 1:04.82, and winning the 1600-meter run in 5:44.50. The Lions’ other win came in the long jump, with Lamance flying 13-7.5. Ionia took the boys’ meet with 182 points. Lakewood was second with 140, fol­ lowed by Maple Valley 81, Lakeview 76 and Central Montcalm 29. Yost won the shot put with Continued next page �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 18,2013 — Page 11 Housing assistance program announced DK tops Lion ladies in first tourney game for service members, military veterans Second seeded Delton Kellogg opened up play in the Kalamazoo Valley Association Tournament by topping the visiting Maple Valley varsity girls’ soccer team 5-0 Monday. Brianna Russell scored a pair of goals* and Taeler Proudfit, Rachel Parker, and Aryka Poling scored one each. Sarah Rendon, Morgan Champion, Sam Zettelmaier and Riley Smith had one assist each. Brooke Martin made two saves for the Panthers, while Kristin Primm had 15 in net for Maple Valley. Last Friday, the Lions suffered a 5-1 loss to future league rival Springport in non-conference action. Loisa Larino scored the lone goal for Maple Valley, the only goal of the second half. McKayla Lamance made eight saves in goal for the Lions. Maple Valley will host Dansville for a non-conference match Thursday to close out the regular season. Maple Valley golf team falls to Saxons 7W Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ golf team fell to Hastings 175 to 192 in a non­ conference dual at Hastings Country Club Thursday. Rage Sheldon led the Lions with a 43, while Jordan Denton added a 48, Hunter Hilton a 50 and Ryan Mudge a 51. Hastings was led by Travis Matthews’ 42. Logan Barrett added a 43 and the Saxons got a pair of 45s from Alec Ridderboss and Chris Feldpausch. The Lions return to league action Monday at Riverside Country Club for the Kalamazoo Valley Association Finals. bfcn fcn “ ’ SJ*H ‘ E’W? a-^^ m l hlnfeteU 1U * Ss .a! t I fcote hiwitt j sjdSiailij fl ^Si-i'i | tei'iUSjM I ijiuhtht Liters M ii S': Mf'feigV: I of wins over Lions Constantine scored 12 unearned runs during its dou­ bleheader sweep of visiting Maple Valley Tuesday. The Falcons took the opener 7-0. Lion pitcher Alivia Johncock only allowed four earned runs though. She struck out five and walked two. The Falcons did manage eight hits. The Lions had four hits, two each for Taylor Medina ’and Maggie Semrau. Constantine then took game two 12-2 in. Medina was hit with the loss despite only allowing three earned runs. She struck out one, but walked seven and gave up 14 a mark of 52-3, and was the hits. runner-up behind Ionia’s The Lions had four hits James Snarski in the discus. again. Tesla Meade had two Snarski unleashed a throw of this time, and Semrau and 129-11. Yost’s top mark in Medina had one each. Meade the event was 126-8.5. had the Lions’ lone RBI. The Lions’ other win was Timara Burd also reached in the 800-meter relay, a race base twice thanks to a pair of they finished in 1:39.61. walks. Welch had good day, plac­ The Lions are now 1-13 in ing second in the 100-meter the Kalamazoo Valley dash in 12.47 and third in the Association this season. pole vault by clearing 11-6. They were scheduled to play Teammate Chris Steffler two against Schoolcraft cleared 11-0 to place fourth Friday. in the vault. Maple Valley plays non­ The Maple Valley boys’ conference doubleheaders team also had two scorers in Tuesday and Wednesday this the 110-meter high hurdles. week, Tuesday at Bath and Seth Feasel was third in Wednesday at home against 18.43 and Nisse fourth in Stockbridge. •18.46. Continued next page— it^.iii^ j^^iiM' ai-t'fef'ffi.^ I Falcons score pair BaiLfl0®’®' Ir.* “J l <*J »»L 11i AAd Adi’ii*1*11 * II•J S&<i &**<*i$$ $»$* I*I »J***. J Veterans and active serv­ ice members may be eligible for financial assistance to prevent foreclosure and address financial issues that may be related to the foreclo­ sure crisis since 2006. The Eaton County Community Development Department, in conjunction with the Eaton County trea­ surer’s office, would like to inform local military service members, veterans, and fam­ ilies of veterans about the program. The Michigan Veterans Homeowners Assistance Program provides grant assistance to those in active military service since 2006 including Reserve, Air and Army National Guard, and honorably discharged veter­ ans currently living or who have lived in Michigan. Assistance for surviving spouses of military service members dying in combat since 2006 is also available. Applications are accepted from active duty service members and reserves-with owner or dependent occupied homes in Michigan. Grant assistance is considered for direct payments to mortgage companies, payment of delinquent property taxes, or loan modifications to prevent foreclosure. Grants will be awarded on a first come first served basis until the money runs out. Assistance will be based on the individual circumstances of applicants with priority Youth football , cheerleading sign-up is this week Maple Valley youths in first to eighth grade may sign up for flag and tackle football as. well as cheerleading Wednesday and Thursday, May 29 and 30, from 6 to 7 p.m. and Saturday, June 1, from noon to 1 p.m. at the high school football field. For more information, call ' Jason Murton, 517-2046402. GIVE THE GIFT OF NEWS! Buy your loved one a subscription of news covering Barry County! O REPAIR *U*JZ k> Subscribe to the w Hastings Banner. 130 S. Main, Vermontville Call 945-9554 for Located Downtown Vermontville 517-726-1500 Garage Sale Estimates Available REACH 5,000 AREA 5,000 HOMES with an ad in the Maple Valley News. Call (269) 945-9554 to place your ad. 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Lie. *1746 | REFRESHINGLY AFFORDABLE AIR CQffDIfllONING Don’t risk paying too much to keep your home comfortable. 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(Photo by Perry Hardin) Maple Valley scored five runs in the first three innings, then shut the door on Bronson with three runs in the bottom of the sixth inning Saturday. The Lions topped Bronson 8-2 to win the championship game at their annual Ken Beardslee Memorial Wooden Bat Tournament. The Lions had nine hits, including a pair of doubles from Tyler Hickey. Kyle Brumm had a double as well. Tommy Mudge and Garrett Miller had two singles each. Austin Gonser and Beau Johnson had singles too. Johnson, Brumm and Sammy Benedict had two RBI each. The Lions scored a run in the bottom of the first, then added two in the second and two more in the third. Bronson pulled to within 5-2 with single runs in the fourth and the fifth. Gonser got the win, strik­ ing out four while allowing five hits and a walk in five innings. Just one of the runs off of him was earned. Brumm finished off the final two innings, giving up three hits while striking out one Austin Gonser pitches for the Lions in the bottom of the second inning of the championship game Saturday against Bronson. (Photo by Perry Hardin) a single and drove in three runs. Mudge added two sin- Your Dream Dock Starts Here Easy To Build...Ready To Enjoy! You CAN Do-It-Yourself and SAVE, and We Can Help! The "Simple System" for the Do-It-Yourself Dock Builder The Lions’ Beau Johnson puts hits wooden bat on the ball during the championship game of Saturday’s Ken Beardslee Memorial Tournament in Vermontville. (Photo by Perry Hardin) and walking one. Goriser had two singles and was one of three Lion players to drive in a run in the opener, an 11-1 win over Bellevue. Hickey, Brumm, STANTON'S ■Whucnoneess & sewiossi^ PUBLIC AUCTION LOCATED AT 6602 Hager Road, Nashville, Ml (two miles north of Nashville, Ml on h^-66 to State Road, east one mile to Hager Road and north 1 1/4 mile.) 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Andrew Brighton, Beau Johnson, Brumm, Miller and Mahler had one each. Mudge got the win on the mound, giving up just one hit while striking out eight. He didn’t allow an earned run. The Lions followed Saturday’s performance up by sweeping its KVA dou­ bleheader with Constantine Tuesday. They took game one 17-0 and game two 6-0. Brumm one-hit the Falcons through five innings in the opener. He struck out six and walked two. He also had three hits at the plate, joining teammates Gonser and Andrew Brighton in that feat. Brighton, Brumm and Miller had two RBI eaeh. Brighton had a double for one of his three hits and Gonser a triple. Hickey, Mudge, Mahler, Benedict and Jeremy Fisher all singled for the Lions. Johnson threw seven innings of shut-out ball in the second game, limiting the Falcons to four hits while striking out four and walking one. Gonser was a perfect 4-4 at the plate, driving in two runs and scoring four. He had a pair of triples. 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Johnson also drove in one run for the Lions. a LUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30AM to 5:30PM 219 S. State, Nashville 517-852-0882 8 ho iS � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-05-25.pdf cd1e5d52fb9f2b4c7d4aed924a2d5c96 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 21, May 25, 2013 Incident in Castleton Township proves curious The details surrounding the reported stabbing of a female victim in Castleton Township Wednesday have drawn differing reports from area police agencies. According to informa­ tion submitted to the Maple Valley News by Nashville Police Chief Jerry Schray, several agencies — includ­ ing the Barry County Sheriff’s Department and the Michigan State Police — responded to a call of a stabbing and shots Bred at a residence on Center Road near Martin Road in Castleton Township at around 1 p.m. May 22. During a subsequent search for a perpetrator and following numerous calls from the parents of Maple Valley school district stu­ dents, Schray ruled out the need for a lockdown of school buildings given the distant location of the reported crime from school buildings. In his follow-up email on the incident, though, Barry County Undersheriff Robert E. Baker down- played the event. “Regarding the report yesterday of a stabbing and shots fired at [a property on] Center Road,” Baker’s response read, “our investi­ gation has determined this to be an unfounded report.” Not according to WXMI-Fox 17 News, which filed an extensive report Thursday. The television station reported that 26-year-old Samantha Minehart, while feeding a horse in her fam­ ily’s bam, was stabbed by a man who left visible marks on her neck where he held a knife against her. Stab wounds to her stomach and leg required 11 stitches. Minehart told Fox 17 that she was able to fire two shots as her attacker fled, missing him both times. Minehart’s mother, Patty, said her daughter carries a gun because of three past incidents in which police had to be called due to strange peo­ ple outside their home. In one of those incidents, Samantha’s fiance was punched. Patty Minehart told Fox 17 that her daughter’s attacker told her “don’t do anything stupid’” when he had the knife around her neck. “This is the third time we’ve had the police out here, and last time there was two people here. Nobody, none of us, know who they are, we don’t know what they want.” Patty Minehart says the only reason she can imag­ ine someone would come after her family is because her husband was a public safety officer in Kalamazoo.. Officer John Minehart, known as “Spike,” died in 2008 from health complications after being hit in the line of duty in 1991. Baker, in press release issued through email at 5:23 p.m. Wednesday, said at that point, there is noth­ ing to indicate that there is any threat to the public. The incident, he added, remains under investiga­ tion. Yost has best day ever for Lion thrower at KVA Meet Nashville Lions Club members donated an electric wheelchair to Maple Valley senior Jasmine, Salski. Jim Carl (left) club treasurer and Russ Cerny, secretary, show Salski how to operate the numerous features of the new chair. Nashville Lions provide new set of wheels for Maple Valley senior When Nashville Lions Club officers were notified by Maple Valley High School art teacher Jill Shance that she had a student in need of help, members stepped up to fill that need, said Rose Cerny in a press release. Shance said student Jasmine Salski had had mul­ tiple surgeries resulting in a prosthetic that did not prop­ erly fit. Because the old wheelchair was too small for her young adult frame, she needed a new one. Due to extended medical and finan­ cial issues, Salski had no hope of any relief from nor­ mal sources. All efforts to get a new wheelchair were denied. “That’s what this is all about,” said Jim Carl, Nashville Lions Club treas­ urer. ‘We serve’ is the Lions motto. We don’t have a lot of money, but we work hard and try to give it back to the .community in the best way we can. Most of the time we work with people who need glasses, and we oversee a Maple Valley scholarship. Sometimes we are able to do a little more, like getting a chair for Jasmine.” Salski, who will graduate this spring, said she had to have her right leg amputated when she was 8 years old. A second more recent surgety did not go well, resulting in by Brett Bremer Sports Editor It was a performance for the record books by Maple Valley senior Keegan Yost Tuesday at the Kalamazoo Valley Association Meet in Olivet. Yost set school records in both the shot put and the dis­ cus competition. He won the shot put with a mark of 53 feet 3 inches, besting runnerup Quintan Harris from Olivet who recorded a dis­ tance of 51-6. Yost was the runner-up in the discus, but set the Lion record in the event at 156-5. That throw was just two inches short of the winning throw of 156-7 by Schoolcraft’s Drew Douglas. Parchment finished the day with 119.5 points, followed by Delton Kellogg 105.5, Olivet 91.5, Maple Valley 67, Hackett Catholic Central 63, Kalamazoo Christian 61, Constantine 55, Schoolcraft 53, Pennfield 37.5 and Galesburg-Augusta 9. The Lion team also got a boost from Tanner Brownell, who was second in the long jump at 19-9 and second in the 200-meter dash with a time of 23.53 seconds. He scored in all four of his events. Brownell helped Maple Valley to fifth place finishes in the 800-meter relay and the 1600-meter relay. He teamed with Dylan Kennedy, Robbie Welch and Ryan Nisse in the 800-meter event for a time of 1 minute 37.66 seconds. Seth Feasel joined Brownell, Welch and Kennedy in fish­ her prosthesis being too short. She was left with two options for negotiating school hallways: Crutches or a manual wheelchair that was too small. Getting around the school while car­ rying books, folders or other items had become increas­ ingly difficult. Even though corrective surgery still needs to be done, doctors offer lit­ tle immediate help. Shance said Salski wasthrilled and surprised at the gift from Lions members. Salski is planning to attend the Hastings branch of Kellogg Community College this fall to study for a career ing fifth in the 1600-meter in counseling. She says her relay with a time of 3:42.10. chair will go with her. Parchment’s boys won the 400-meter relay, the 800meter relay and took second in the other two relays. The Lion team had two guys score in a couple of events. Welch was tied for third in the pole vault at 12-6 and Chris Steffler tied for sixth in the event by clearing 11-0. Nisse was the fastest Lion in the 110-meter high hurdles, finishing in 16.89, with teammate Feasel seventh in 17.95. Welch added a seventh­ place time of 55.63 in the 400-meter dash, Nisse was seventh in the 300-meter intermediate hurdles in 45.26, and the Lions also got a fourth-place time of 11:00.30 from Austin Rood in the 3200-meter run. Schoolcraft’s girls clinched their fifth straight KVA championship, and tenth straight league title overall by winning the . girls’ meet Tuesday. Schoolcraft’s girls finished the day with 123.5 points. Olivet was second with 108, followed by Pennfield 93, Delton Kellogg 73.5, Constantine 73, Parchment 63, Maple Valley 45, Kalamazoo Christian 29, Galesburg-Augusta 28 and Hackett Catholic Central 18. Jessica Rushford had the lone win for the Lions, taking the 1600-meter run in 5:24.70. She was fifth in the 400 in 1:05.41. Maple Valley had a runnerup in the 200, with Hadley Joppie finishing in 28.25 in the race which .Olivet’s Hayley Walkowski won in 27.67. Walkowski was a two-time winner, also taking the long jump at 16-4.5. Joppie and McKayla Lamance scored in that event for the Lions. Joppie had the Lions’ best jump, at 14-10.75 while her teammate Lamance was eighth at 14-0. Lamance was also fifth in the high jump at 4-6. Maple Valley’s Jadelyn Stewart was the runner-up in the pole vault, clearing 9-0. Schoolcraft’s Jordan Devenney won that event at 9-6. Two Lions scored in that event as well, with Shawna Dockter seventh at 6-0. In This Issue • Alumni from three schools gather • Quiet man leaves a lasting legacy: Auctioneer Bill Stanton remembered • Maple Valley seniors net big gains at honors night • ‘Play ball’ is the cry heard at Little League opening • Lions fourth in KVA golf tourney �Page 2 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 25,2013 Alumni from three schools gather to reminisce The annual Maple Valley Garret Mater, president for Alumni Banquet brings grad­ the class of 2013, was also in uates from Vermontville, attendance. Following tradition, a Nashville and Maple Valley high schools together each check for $150 was present­ spring for an evening of fond ed to Dorothy Carpenter for remembrances. This year’s the Maple Valley Memorial banquet was Saturday, May Scholarship Foundation. Special recognition was 18. Adam Gusey, president of given to Montiel Dull, a 1940 the Maple Valley Alumni Nashville graduate, and to Association, said Linda Betty Nichols, a 1938 graduGaber was chosen as the ate of Vermontville High honored teacher and Sherry School, for being the oldest Gould as honored parapro. representatives of their Montiel Dull, a 1940 Nashville graduate, is cel­ ebrated as the oldest alumni representing the alumni banquet last Saturday. The banquet is held each May at the high school. (Photo by Kathy Retired Maple Valley Schools teacher Linda Gaber moved to Maple Valley in 1974. Gaber is the honored teacher for the annual alumni banquet Saturday, May 18. (Photo Sherry Gould is the honored support staff at the Alumni Maple Valley Banquet Saturday, May 18. (Photo by Kathy Feasel) by Kathy Feasel) Feasel) Nashville High School at Betty Nichols, a 1938 Vermontville graduate, is honored as the oldest i representing Vermontville High School alumni at the annual alumni banquet last Saturday. (Photo by Kathy Feasel) Homer Shantz, (left) a 1964 Maple Valley graduate, and Bill Ross visit at the Maple Valley Alumni Banquet last Saturday. Ross taught one year before the schools combined and then for two years afterward. (Photo by Kathy Feasel) Adam Gudey, a 1994 Maple Valley graduate, is pres­ ident of the alumni association that sponsors the banquet each spring. (Photo by Kathy Feasel) Barbara (Dull) Ross, a 1958 Nashville graduate, is joined by husband Bill Ross at the alumni ban­ quet Saturday, May 18. (Photo by Kathy Feasel) respective schools. Barbara Dull Ross, a 1958 Nashville graduate, drove the farthest to attend. Gusey said the alumni association is looking for a vice president and a secretary for Maple Valley. Anyone interested in serving is asked to call Gusey, 517-543-3066. Call 269-945-9554 84 Lee Roberts (left) and Larry Hook, 1963 Nashville graduates, visit with Loretta Gardner Pixley, a 1965 Maple Valley graduate, at the alumni banquet. (Photo by Kathy Feasel) News action adsl Talk to a loan officer today for more information on how you can save hundreds of dollars with our reduced loan fees plus get great lumber LOW mortgage loan rates. This limited time offer is good for FDIC all owner occupied applications, taken through 6/30/13. L£| Sager Miller (left), Marguerite Miller and Nancy Dowsett Lutz, all 1959 Nashville graduates, visit at the alumni banquet Saturday, May 18. (Photo by Kathy Feasel) �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 25, 2013 — Page 3 work and gardens. “We did a lot ofgardening and lawn work,” said Shirley. “Bill liked to keep busy. He would come home, eat dinner and head back out­ side.” .• “Vermontville lost a lead­ ing citizen, a person who did a lot for the community and never took credit,” said Doug Kelsey, former village president. “He never sought publicity for it. Many years, he volunteered with the syrup festival, and when he was selected to be the grand marshal, he refused, saying there were others more deserving.” “We’ve known him a good many years,” said Charlie Viele, a trustee on the Vermontville Village Council. “We’d get together as cou­ ples several times a year. He was a very pleasant sort of person, always good, and was quiet when he spoke, but when he did, he had some­ thing to say.” In an article in the March 23,2004, Maple Valley News marking the 50th year of the company he founded, Bill said, “It sure is an interesting business. Sometimes I wish I could start over and sell all that stuff again.” The quiet man who made a living speaking is now rest­ ing from his labors amongst other veterans at Fort Custer in Battle Creek. He was hon­ ored with a three-gun salute, a marine escort and flag­ folding ceremony. “He would have liked that,” said Patsy. Bill may’have been quiet and not “the last one stand­ ing,” but his legacy rings loud and clear. Bill Stanton Bill Stanton (second row from top, fourth from right in light suit and dark tie) graduates from Reppert Auction School in 1943. by Shari Carney Staff Writer Honest, trustworthy and a man of integrity are just a few of the characteristics readily heard about Bill Stanton, founder of Stanton’s Auctioneers and Realtors in Vermontville. Stanton died Wednesday, May 8, one day after reach­ ing his 89th birthday. Known by his family and friends as a quiet person, many thought he would never make it as an auction­ eer, said his wife, Shirley. She and Bill would have cel­ ebrated 40 years of marriage in June. Not only did Bill succeed in the business he founded in 1943, it continues to thrive under the ongoing leadership of his three children, Steve Bill Stanton, a U.S. Marine, 1st Division (front row, far left) stands with family mem­ Stanton of Nashville, Kathy bers from various branches and eras. Next to Bill is John Dull Sr., father of Doris Dull, Swan of Okemos and Patsy Bill ’ s first wife, (back) Mike Hill, Raymond “Pete” Dull, John Dull Jr. and Robert Phillips. Stine of Charlotte. “I started working with “I’ve always admired his Carl Scott recalls his fel­ were divided up alphabeti­ dad 43 years ago,” said work ethic. He tried to make low serviceman and friend. cally. The Rs and Ss went to Steve. Following in his everybody pleased and “I always thought he B Company.” father’s path, Steve is a part­ happy with how he conduct­ would be the last one stand­ Scott said he and Bill were ner in the business, an auc­ ed his auctions.” ing,” said Scott. “He was still in different platoons within tioneer and a real estate bro­ Regarding his personality working up until two or three the same company. ker. “He was straight and Kathy said, “He was an years ago.” “I don’t have a brother,” honest. His integrity always extraordinarily quiet person; In an ironic turn, Scott, rang very clear.” very reserved and very pri­ who lives in Elwood, Ind., is “He loved what he did,” vate. I think he was a shy the last remaining member of said Kathy. “He was one of person ... whatever he said, his 1 st Marine Division. The y'oo those guys who found his he meant.” men served together and saw niche.” Patsy, who is the first per­ a lot of the world including Kathy is a partner in the son one greets when entering Cape Gloucester, New family business and a real the business, said, “We miss Guinea; New Britain, With Fries & Cole Slew estate broker who remem­ him getting the auctions Peleliu, Palau Islands, bers as a child selling pop at ready. He loved to come in, Okinawa, Ryukyu Islands auctions with her siblings. do the paperwork and count and China. “Those were long days,” the cash at the end of the “We left San Diego June she said with a smile, adding, of 1943,” said Scott. “We auctions. We miss that.” said Scott, “but he was like a brother to me; a wonderful person. We attended national and company reunions and stayed in close touch after the war. I can’t emphasize enough what a wonderful person he was.” Travel, was a shared expression of Stanton’s years with Shirley. “We were fortunate to travel all over in our motor home,” said Shirley, who listed Arizona, Nevada, Florida and Texas as well as a summer trip to Canada tra­ versing from Lake Louise down into Washington. Bill loved to fish and would fly in to Hompayne, Canada, for the experience. Travel extended across oceans when the couple returned to where Bill had served in Australia and China. Family members would join in some of the couple’s excursions, such as trips to Europe where they visited Germany, Austria and some of the smaller countries, said Shirley. At home in Vermontville, the couple enjoyed yard Mjiana’g • MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday S.E. 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The ceremo­ ny will be at the Maple Valley Athletic Complex located behind the high school, beginning at 7 p.m. In case of inclement weather, commencement will be- moved to the high school gymnasium. Jassen Dowling, Mindy Schriver and Kelly Zank, Maple Valley advisors for the class, will be the featured speakers. Top senior scholars Robert Welch and Nate VanStee will address the class, as well as class presi­ dent Garret Mater. Diplomas will be present­ ed by members of the Maple Valley Board of Education. Saturday, June 8th Steve & Suzie June 15, Shannon Hughes �Page 4 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday May 25,2013 Summer reading program announced in Vermontville Vermontville Township Library has announced its summer reading program schedule. Registration is now open for the “Dig into Reading" program to begin Tuesday, June 11, at 6 p m. The library will kick off die summerlong program by preparing and planting container gar­ dens. “Participants will choose their seeds or plants, and then chart the growth throughout the summer,” said library director Carla Rumsey. “They will also make a greenhouse glove and stepping stone for their home garden.” Dig into Reading pro­ grams are designed for pre­ readers through age 14 and will explore different themes of activities that involve dirt, digging, animals that live in the dirt plus dinosaurs, rocks and fossils. Parents are encouraged to attend programs with their children. In case of extreme heat or rain, programs will be in the opera house. Each week, refreshments will be provided through a donation from the Vermontville Women's Club. Program dates and activi­ ties are as follows: Tuesday, June 18 — Bugs for the garden. Build a worm house, adopt a worm, and then take the worm to the worm races. Tuesday, June 25 — “Jack and the Beanstalk.” A live action family comedy about a fairy tale character who is about to flunk out of school. Jack must perform a heroic deed or fail miserably. He sells his C.O.W. (computer of wonder) for a handful of magic beans and a mysteri­ ous book that records his adventures as he’s having them. Tuesday, July 2 — Garden Art Design a growing sculp­ ture and make a ‘rockin’ project for a home garden. In conjunction with the weekly programs, partici­ pants are encouraged to reg­ ister for the reading chal- lenge. Materials may be picked up at the kick-off event Dig in and Read presents reading challenges, encour­ aging readers to explore many areas of the library. A dollar value has been given to different genres and read­ ing levels, and participants will accumulate funds by using a checkbook-style pro­ gram, with deposit slips for book tracking and writing checks to purchase rewards. Funds can be saved to buy prizes donated by local busi­ nesses and organizations from the auction held at the wrap-up party, or used each month for other rewards, said Rumsey. Registration for the reading challenge is encour­ aged, and readers may join the challenge at any time during the summer. More information on all events and the reading challenge is available in the library. Registration is encouraged but not required. ‘Dig into Reading' is theme for summer at Putnam library Readers of all ages will explore all things under­ ground this summer as Putnam District Library presents “Dig into Reading” as the summer library pro­ gram. Activities will include programing on vegetables, grass, dinosaurs, animals that live underground, caves, rocks and more. Garden beds have been installed on the library lawn where kids will have a chance to be involved in raising vegetables and flowers throughout the sum­ mer, said Emily Mater, chil­ dren’s director. Kick-off for the program is Saturday, June 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. At the kick­ off, families will learn more about the summer reading program and be able to regis­ ter for activities. Registration will continue during regular library hours until Saturday, June 15. The summer reading pro­ gram is open to all ages, pre­ school through adult, and features programs, prizes and more. Kids programs are Eva Junebelle Johnson VERMONTVILLE, MI Eva Junebelle Johnson, age 102, of Vermontville passed away peacefully on Friday, May 17, 2013 at Eaton Community Palliative Care in Charlotte. Eva was bom in Dowling, on June 10, 1910, the daugh­ ter of the late Will and Mildred (Kelly) Herrington. She attended the Dowling County Country School and later Hastings High School, graduating in 1928. She was the widow of Clare W. Johnson. The cou­ ple married in 1933. They made their home and raised their family together in the Grand Ledge area. They had been married 58 years when Clare passed away in 1991. Eva is survived by her four daughters, Colleen Wells, Carol Johnson, Alyce E. (Bob) Hosmer, Arline Vincent; her son, William "Bill" (Dellipa) Johnson; 34 grandchildren; 69 great grandchildren; and 57 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband. Glare; her children, Laurie Wright, James Johnson, and Charles Johnson; her sisters, Shirley Moxom, Nelly VanVleet, and her brother, Archie Herrington. Funeral services are being conducted privately, but the family has requested memo­ rial contributions be made to the charity of donor's choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net for further details. Mark Allen Siple VERMONTVILLE, MI Mark Allen Siple, age 49, of Vermontville, passed away May 20, 2013 at his home with his family by his side. Mark was bom January 12, 1964 to Robert and Lois (Messenger) Siple. He grad­ uated from Maple Valley High School in 1982 and earned an associates degree in electrical. He worked as a Journeyman for Local 665 Electrical Union for 10 years. On October 3, 1998, Mark married Debra Pardo and they formed their family with four sons, Matt, Josh, Matthew and Michael. He was an alumni of the Maple Valley FFA and a new member of the Vermontville Lions Club. He loved working with young people and served as a sheep leader for the Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4­ H. He cooked chicken BBQ at the Eaton County Fair for 32 years. He was a wonderful hus­ band, father and friend. He had a huge heart and was always supportive of his family. He loved working with 4-H and believed in helping kids to build good values and skills. Mark's favorite quote was, "Relax we don't have a problem, we have a situation." He loved people for who they were. Mark is survived by his wife, Debra; his sons, Matt Siple, Josh (Janelie) Norton, Matthew (Jessica) Norton and Michael (Kris) Norton; grandson, Tyler; his parents, Robert and Lois (Messenger) Siple; sister, Janice (Christopher) Crane of Vermontville; brothers, Michael (Michele) Siple of Charlotte and Dan (Lisa) Siple of Vermontville. Funeral services were held on Friday, May 24, 2013 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Pastor David Iseminger officiating. Interment took place in the Siple Cemetery in Vermontville. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Family and friends are encouraged to share remembrances and condo­ lences online at www.prayfuneral.com. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com Russe Cleo, Putnam District Library’s resident cat, is caught reading in preparation for the summer reading pro­ grams. Patrons are encouraged to register for the Dig Into Reading summer offering. specially geared for preschoolers to incoming fifth graders. The programs will be Mondays at 11 a.m., beginning June 8 through July 29. Teen programming con­ tinues every other Monday, through the summer, from 5 to 8 p.m.. The next Teens **Our Family Serving Yours/ • Nashville’s Only Family Owned, Independently Operated Funeral Home • Fully Staffed Children’s Resource Room • Free Video Tribute • Barrier Free • Ample Parking • Accommodations Up to 300 (517) 852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager Own the Night will be June 3. Adult programs will coin­ cide with the Frugal Living Exchange, moving to every other Thursday evening, beginning June 6. For more information on any of the programs listed, call the library, 517-852-9723. NASHVILLE, MI Russell C. Morgan, age 60, of Nashville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at his home. Russell was bom in Battle Creek on April 23, 1953, the son of the late Alvin and Josephine (Rose) Christensen Morgan. He attended Maple Valley and Hastings Schools and com­ pleted his education while serving his country in the United States Marine Corp. Russell served his country from 1970 through 1974 when he was honorably dis­ charged. Russell was an extremely talented woodworker and used his skills a wood fabri­ cation at Justin Carriage Works in Nashville where he worked for several years. He retired in 2013. Russ loved being out­ doors; fishing and wood­ working were his favorite outdoor activities. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and when the boys were younger he coached their Little League teams. Russell is survived by fiance' Linda Huhn and two ----- daughters, Toni Richie, Freedom Meade; seven sons, Jimmy Myers, Dean (Theresa) Myers, Delbert (Eleanor) Morgan, Russell (Kelli) Morgan, Jr., Melvin (Venessa) Fenner, Paul Morgan, Ricky (Destiny) Morgan; three sisters, Jeannette Burt, Mary Thompson, Nancy Morgan; a brother, Alvin Morgan; 21 grandchildren; and nine great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brother, Richard Morgan. The family will receive visitors on Tuesday, May 28, 2013 from 6-8 p.m. at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Interment with full military honors will take place privately at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta. Memorial contributions can be made to the United States Veterans Administration. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net for further details. The family of Sherman C. Scott wish to thank everyone who helped to care for him during his illness. Special thanks to Eaton Community Palliative Care, Sparrow Hospice Services, HGB Home Health Care, all the people who visited him. We can t say THANK YOU enough. Virginia Sherman C., Judy &family ——— Cat--h---y--P--- o---w--- e---r--s---- &----f--a---m-- i*ly 60 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 25, 2013 — Page 5 Summer musical theatre camps announced ‘The show will go on’ thanks to the Revue of Nashville and the Charlotte Performing Arts Center which are joining. forces to offer two musical theatre camps this summer. The first eight-day session will be at Main Street Theatre House in Nashville from Monday, June 17 to Thursday, June 27. The sec­ ond eight-day session will be at the Charlotte Performing Arts Center from Monday, July 8 to Thursday, July 18. Broadway Kids camp is open to students entering grades third to fifth. Broadway Teens camp is for grades sixth to eighth at both locations. Broadway Kids and teen campers will have an oppor­ tunity to explore theatrical creativity through move- ment, music, and drama games. During the morning session (combining both camps), participants will be cast in the musical “Annie Kids,” which is a 30-minute version of the famous Broadway musical “Annie.” Broadway Teens campers will continue with a behindthe-scenes look at theatre. The Teens will be responsi­ ble for the technical aspect of the production including props, lighting, costumes, etc. Session One is in Nashville at Main Street Theatre House located on 301 N. Main Street. Third to fifth graders in Broadway Kids will attend from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sixth through eighth graders in Broadway Teens will attend from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. All partici- pants in Session One camp will perform for family and friends Friday, June 27. Deadline to register for the Nashville session is Saturday, June 1. Session Two will be at the Charlotte Performing Arts Center located on 378 State Street with third to fifth graders in the Broadway Kids camp attending 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Broadway Teens from 9:30 am to 3:30 p.m. Participants in the Charlotte session will per­ form for family and friends at 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 18. Deadline to register for the Charlotte session is Friday, June 21. Broadway Kids camps will be under the direction of Hollie Auten, box office manager at the Charlotte Performing Arts Center. From the Pulpit Auten is a frequent per­ former and director of chil­ dren's productions at the Main Street Theatre for The Revue. Broadway Teens camps will be under the direction of Amanda Smith. Smith is for­ mally trained in vocal per­ formance, and also has acted in and directed numerous local productions, most recently for Lakewood High School. Download the brochure and registration form from the Charlotte Performing Arts Center website at www.CPACpresents.com, or contact Auten at 517-285­ 4037 for pricing information and further details. See us on Facebook The Revue (Nashville Theatre Group) and The Revue (Children's Theatre). One matters by Pastor Izzy Young First Congregational Church, Vermontville Numbers are a very important reference point in our culture. When we open a carton of eggs at the grocer, we expect to see 12 eggs that are not cracked. When we are waiting in line to be seated at a restaurant, most of us are willing to wait for 15 minutes. If the wait is 45 minutes, we are more than likely going to find somewhere else to dine. When we pull into a gas station, the magic number is 4. Gas below $4 a gallon is good. Gas above $4 a gal­ lon is a problem. Numbers are everywhere, and we expect our numbers to fit within an acceptable range. In golf, we sometimes want our numbers low. In bowling, we sometimes want our numbers high, but they should always fit within our idea ofacceptable. Matthew 18:10-14 is the parable of “The Lost Sheep.” This passage is one where numbers matter. God has counted his sheep. God knows the number of sheep that should be in the fold, and that number Is 100. But in a head count, God realizes one is missing. What is God’s response to the one missing? God begins a frantic search and recovery mission for the single missing sheep. Memorial Day is almost upon us, and we remember that our service men and women believe that one is worth the sacrifice and that not one should be left behind. Do we, in our churches, still believe in the mission of one? Is .it still fashionable to commit ourselves in the church to not leaving one behind and that all should be saved? Is there still room in our churches for one more to join the flock of God? Don’t fool yourselves, brothers and sisters, numbers matter even to God. Heyboers to celebrate 4Oth wedding anniversary t tadbiimjiiij | tJ! rim .taMijh Iwi Suite" ® iJriwtejjti IHfe it i k ttt wijradm t j® ®» PQ** j fcjrifriitei Jim and Diane Heyboer of Nashville, were married 40 years ago on May 26, 1973 at Berlin Baptist Church in Marne, Mich. Jim and Diane have three sons and their families: Scott and Kerry, Charlie, Quinn, Gideon and Sawyer of Nashville, Mike and Katie, Blake of Kinross, Mich., Andy and Erin, Jackson and Grady on Sault St. Marie, Mich. for placing 2nd in the KVA and 1st at Regionals in girls pole vaulting. Good luck at State! |kt^ *•&* jSE. *BH B^H ci.!Ul ik.!#Ull Iri S»‘ «-^ £»*!£ ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School..................... 10 a. m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... 11 a.m. .......... 6 Evening Worship..... Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting................................ 7 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 •PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM < FIRST BASELINE UNITED METHODIST. CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 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 We love you, Mom and Dad Grandma and Grandpa Tutt Grandma and Grandpa Stewart and Lizzy Rd., Vermontville. There will be a congratulation party on Saturday, June 1,4 p.m. until ?, at their home. Come join - weather permitting bring swimsuit. Food provided, bring own drink. Given by their children. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE hjg fei a JADE LYN STEWART J 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 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training . PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School........................... 9:45 A.M. Service....... .................. 11 P.M. Service....... .................. 6 Wed. Service ..... ......... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 . Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. .Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship.............................. 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 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 Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West W.orship . 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryvijle 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 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mas 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Senrice ...............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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2.00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 25,2013 Maple Valley seniors net big gains at honors night Tyler Hickey (left) is presented with the Gateway Scholarship and Gateway Trustee awards from Ohio University by Maple Valley High School Guidance Counselor Dawn Yager. A chorus of applause and cheers erupted from the Maple Valley High School auditorium as scholarships, awards and grants were pre­ sented to seniors Monday, May 20. A total of $957,440, of which $690,440 was accept­ ed, (lesser amount due to offers from multiple institu­ tions). Of the 105 seniors who will be graduating, 93 percent applied to post-sec­ ondary institutions and 56 completed the required fed­ eral financial aid form. Michael Chapman, college Alexandria Ermel a Maple Valley senior, graduates with honors and has plans to enter the military in the fall. advisor with guidance coun­ selor Dawn Yager, made presentations to the following seniors: Dayton Ashley — Northern Michigan University NMU Success Award, $1,500, four-year renewable. Haley Cook — Adrian College Bulldog Scholarship, $1,500 and Adrian College grant, $16,300, four-year renewable. Lacey Dean — Charlotte Optimist Club John Duris Scholarship, $750. Adam Dickinson — Lansing Community College Foundation Award, $500. MaKayla Dickinson — NMU Success Award, $1,500, four-year renewable. Cody Dixon — LCC John and Mamie Demmer Scholarship, $1,000. Brandon Erwin — Alma College Distinguished Trustee Scholarship, $2000, Acknowledged for attaining high honors at Maple Valley’s Honors Awards are (from left) Robbie Welch, Garret Mater and Brandon Erwin. Receiving acknowledgment for attaining the rank of senior scholar are (from left) Ryan Tyler, Robbie Welch and Garret Mater. Senior scholars have a 3.6 GPA and an ACT composite score of 26. Pre-Law Scholarship, $1,500 and Presidential Scholarship, $13,000, each is four-year renewable. Amber Feasel Olivet College Community Connection grant, $9,290, four-year renewable. Tyler Hickey Ohio University Gateway Scholarship, $500 and Gateway Trustee Award, $6,000, four-year renewable (each). Nicholas Iszler — Ferris State University Provost’s Scholarship, $4,000, fouryear renewable. Alivia Johncock — Kellogg Community College Gold Key Scholarship, $6,000 over three years. Sydney Khouri — Hope College Alumni Honors Scholarship, $3,000, and Hope College grant, $10,800, four-year renewable (each). Alexis, Lamance, Rockford College Academic Scholarship, $10,600, fouryear renewable. Garret Mater Ohio University Gateway Scholarship, $500 and Gateway Trustee Award, $6,000, four-year renewable (each). Garrett Miller Olivet College Community Connection grant, $9,290, four-year renewable. Thomas Mudge — Olivet Continued next page The family of William J. Stanton would like to thank Pray Funeral Home, The First Congregational Church of Vermontville, the Rev. Israel Young and the kind ladies who prepared the after serv­ ice refreshments, Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living, Carl Scot: and the Rev. Dan Smith for their participation in the services and everyone who sent the beautiful flowers and cards and completed the many other kind­ nesses that were greatly appreciated by us all. am . anon May 7, 1924 - May 8 2013 J Maple Valley senior Garret Mater (left) is presented the Gateway Scholarship and Gateway Trustee Award from Ohio University by Michael Chapman, college advisor and Dawn Yager, guidance counselor. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, May 25,2013 — Page 7 Continued from Lions have first-round bye in district tourney previous page — College Community Connection grant, $9,290 four-year renewable. Taylor Mund — Charlotte Optimist Club John Duris Scholarship, $750. Colton Parish-Miller — Olivet College Presidential Achievement Scholarship, $8,000, and Excellence Award, $2,000, four-year renewable (each). Jessica Rushford — Cornerstone University Track and Cross-country Scholarship, $6,000, plus Chancellor’s Scholarship, $9,000, four-year renewable (each). Margret Semrau — Grand Valley State University Laker Scholarship, $1,000 four-year renewable. Nate Van Stee — Olivet College Excellence Award, $2,000, Presidential Achievement Scholarship, $8,000, four-year renewable (each). Halie Varney — Davenport University Silver Scholarship, $2,000, fouryear renewable. Robert Welch — Liberty University Valedictorian Scholarship, $19,000, fouryear renewable. Meghann Zank — Olivet College Community Connection grant, $9,290 four-year renewable. Maple Valley Schools Superintendent Ronna Steel told seniors they should enjoy the first retirement and ftien prepare to enter the 13th. year of school. In college, the expectation is to think critically on a daily basis, said Steel, who then added, “Total all your written work thus far. This will be dupli­ cated in the first semester in college.”. Steel said to have integrity and honor. “Be nice; be the nicest you, you can be. This tells others who you really are,” she said. Steel presented the first awards of the evening to Michael Sanchez and Matthew Scott for the com­ bined attributes of leader­ ship, community service and academic achievement. Steel had won the grand prize at the Michigan Superintendents conference earlier this year and divided the winnings into two awards totaling $375 each. Master ana mistress of ceremonies for the evening were Ryan Rosin, and Norma Jean Acker who introduced the following awards: Nashville Lions Club — Doug Vogt Memorial Scholarship, $500 to Taylor Mund. Maple Valley Jeff Burd Science/Athletic Scholarship — $1,000 to Tyler Hickey. Herbert R. Black Scholarship to Alivia Johhcock. Vermontville American Legion Post 222 Childs/Demeray scholarship — $500 to Yulanda Sheridan. Charlotte Optimist ClubJohn Duris Awards — $250 to Lacey Dean and Taylor Mund. Maple Valley’s varsity girls’ soccer team prepped for this coming week’s 3 Division District Tournament hosted by Lansing Catholic by scoring a 2-1 non-conference win over visiting Potterville Wednesday. The Lions drew a bye for the first round of the state tournament, and will begin play in the district semifinals John Hughes, retired teacher of Maple Valley Schools against either the host representing the Nashville Lions Club presents the Cougars or Pennfield Doug Vogt Memorial Scholarship Award Monday during Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Maple Valley Honors Night. The Cougars and Panthers meet in one of the three Maple Valley Athletic Alyssa Lance, Garrett Miller, opening round games in the Boosters Athlete of the Year Siera Rose, Jessica district tournament Tuesday scholarships $250 to Rushford, Lynzie Trumble, at. 5:30 p.m. Leslie faces Garrett Miller and Timara Robbie Welch and Meghann Olivet and Williamston takes Burd. Zank. on Marshall in the other KCC scholarships — Maple Valley Honors — games. Those winners will Alivia Johncock and Garrett Hailey Bennett, McKaily meet in the first'district semi­ Miller. Bodenmuller, Timara Burd, final Thursday, at 4:30 p.m. Maple Valley Pride and Haley Cook, Makayla at Lansing Catholic. Performance Scholarship Dickinson, Alexandria The district championship Walters-Dimmick Ermel, Zachery Guthrie- game is scheduled for from Petroleum/Nashville Shell, Thompson, Robert Hanford, Saturday (June 1) at noon. IGA, Subway — $200 to Tyler Hickey, Jordan Garrett Miller. Hurosky, Alexis Lamance, Maple Valley Band Dale Laverty, Colton ParishBoosters Scholarships — Miller, Abby Richards, Nate VanStee and Meghann Jessica Rushford, Keegan Zank. Yost and Meghann Zank. U.S. Army, Scholar Maple Valley High Athlete awards — Garret Honors Robbie Welch, Miller and Jessica Rushford. Nate VanStee, Gretchen U.S. Marine Corps, Hakenjos, Alivia Johncock, Mater, Maggie Distinguished Athlete Garret awards — Tom Mudge and Semrau, Savannah Shilton, Sierra Rose. Ryan Tyler and Nick Isler. University of Michigan Maple Valley Senior Alumni Association Award Scholars (a minimum 3.6 — dictionaries to Robbie grade point average and an Welch and Alivia Johncock. ACT composite score of 26 KVA Academic All- or higher) — Robbie Welch, Conference Award Nate VanStee, Jacob Clark,' Robbie Welch. Cody Dixon and Ryan Tyler. Detroit Free Press Scholar Michigan Academic Athlete certificates — Achievement Awards — Robbie Welch and Maggie Ryan Nisse and Alexis Semrau. Lamance. - Lion Awards Timara A reception for seniors Burd, Patricia Grinage, Tyler and guests followed the pre­ Hickey, Alexis Lamance, sentations. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events May 24-26 May 27-31 May 28 May 30 June 1 June 2 June 4 June 5 June 6 June 10 June 11 June 15 Caledonia FFA Open Hog, Sheep & Goat Show and Judging Contest, Expo Center National Volunteer Week - Thank you 4-H Volunteers! 4-H Shooting Sports Practice, 6 p.m., BCCC Cat Pre-registrations due in Extension Office Mock Dog Show (Showmanship), 5 p.m., Expo Center Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Exp Center Fair Cooking Competition Pre-registrations due in Extension Office Open Speed Horse show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center Goat Clinic, 2 p.m., Zink’s Farm, 4899 W M­ 179 Hwy., Hastings Exploration Days Orientation Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office 4-H Shooting Sports Practice, 6:30 p.m., BCCC Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Mock Dog Show (Obedience & Rally), 5 p.m. Expo Center Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center Barry County Shooting Sports Practice, 6:30 p.m., BCCC 4-H Point Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center Maple Valley’s Glyce .Bauman leaps up to settle the ball down during Wednesday’s contest with Potterville at Fuller Street Field in Nashville. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Maple Valley’s Gretchen Hakenjos sends the ball forward during Wednesday’s non-conference contest with Potterville. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Valley baseball will meet Fennville in tourney Tuesday Postseason play starts Tuesday for the Lions. Maple Valley’s varsity baseball team will take on Fennville at 4:30 p.m. in Vermontville in the first round of the Division 3 District Tournament which the Lions ate hosting this week. The winner of that game advances to the district semi- finals Saturday (June 1) where it will face Saranac at 10 a.m. Hopkins and Delton Kellogg will meet in the sec­ ond district semifinal Saturday, with the district championship game follow­ ing a half hour after the con­ clusion of that contest. The Lions were scheduled to close out the KVA season with a doubleheader against Parchment in Vermontville Friday. Last Friday, (May 17), the Lions dropped a pair of league contests with Schoolcraft, falling 1-0 and 10-2. 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Inter-lots and lots of miscellaneALLEGAN MARKET: Sunday, May view and background check ous. 7670 E. Barnum Road (1 26th. 400 exhibitors, rain or required. Call (269)948-8176, mile south of Woodland, 1st shine. 8:00am-4:00pm, locat-leave full name and number house west on Barnum), ed at the Fairgrounds, right for a return call. Woodland. in Allegan, Michigan. $4.00 admission. No pets. �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 25,2013 Former resident shares early memories of Nashville Memories of the Past The Chevrolet Six owned by W.D. Wallace, Nashville school superintendent and agriculture teacher, is towed from the scene after being struck by a V-8 Ford in the spring of 1931 at Kombach ("Comeback”) Corners southeast of Nashville. Guy Howell, a passenger on the right side where the rear door was torn off by the impact, was temporarily paralyzed. After spring floods, dip nets would appear on the banks of the Thornapple River in Nashville, when local fishermen set out to catch suckers and mullet. The old 1892 Standpipe water tower rises across the river from the dip net stand photographed by young Guy Howell. This Memories ofthe Past was a small pond there, so, article by the late Susan as a joke, I put on my hip Hinckley first appeared in boots, which I had just got­ the Maple Valley News May ten, took my casting rod and 24,1983. She wrote: Thefol­ a spear that my cousin Gus lowing article is the last ofa had and made out like I had a three-part series ofboyhood big fish on my line that I was recollections written byfor­ going to spear. In reality mer local resident Guy there weren’t even any min­ Howell ofTucson, Ariz., who nows in the pool. also furnished accompany­ In the spring, the ingphotos.) Thornapple Rivef would flood. When the water went Memories, of Nashville down a little, some men by Guy Howell would put up dip nets on the We did quite a lot of fish­ river bank jut below the dam ing in those days, too. There to catch suckers and mullet. were no licenses to worry One man (I don’t remem­ about. Various species of ber his name) had just fish had to be a certain installed a new eight-foot length, and there was a limit net. He pulled it up out ofthe on how many a person could water one time, and there keep in one day. The length was an enormous pike in it. for great northern pike was Before he could lower the 12 inches. We called them net back into the water, the hammer handles, since they fish had thrashed around, were about that size around. tom a two-foot hole in the And bones, whew! They had net and was gone. The man hundreds of little pitchfork said he would judge the bones in them. I never kept weight of that fish to be at anything under about three least 18 to 20 pounds. pounds. In 1932,1 was taking agri­ One day,' when I was culture classes with W.D. around 16,1 was out at Gus Wallace, the superintendent, Morganthaler’s place. There as teacher. Occasionally, we Tent No. 35 at Camp Custer housed Sgt. Fred Pulling, George McHugh, Guy Howell and two others named Burns and Feighner. The men earned $30 a month plus room, board, clothing and med­ ical care in the midst of the Great Depression. would go to the Michigan State College (now Michigan State University) to study their livestock and to take a course on agricul­ ture. One day, when we were returning from such a trip in Mr. Wallace’s car, we were just pulling out on the north­ south highway to Kombach Comers when a V-8 Ford came in sight from pur right, traveling at a fast rate. Mr. Wallace tried to turn to go the same way, but couldn’t make it and the Ford hit the back door on the right side. We, all of us, left the road. Mr. Wallace was riding his brakes to keep from going into the ditch and rolling. There were six ofus in the car. I was sitting on the right side, where the back door was tom offand I passed out. I heard someone telling me to get out. I finally did and fell in a heap on the ground. I was finally able to sit up and someone said there was a doctor over at the service station. I managed to get up and hobble over there, where the doctor checked me and found no broken bones. I hobbled back to the car to get my cap, which had been knocked off by the impact. Someone with a car took us In 1931, at age 18, Guy Howell enrolled in Citizens Military Training at Camp Custer near Battle Creek. After a day of marching under the hot August sun, the 8 1/2-pound Springfield rifle he carried seemed to weigh 100 pounds, thought Howell. home. Mr. Wallace came into our house and explained to my folks what had hap­ pened. I went to bed. A short time later our family doctor arrived and checked me out. He also found no broken bones, so I went back to bed. .The following morning, I was paralyzed from the waist down. I couldn’t even wiggle my toes. My mother and brother got me up after a few days and started trying to help me walk. They got me to pushing a chair ahead of me. I had a pair of ski poles, and my dad drove back the spikes in them and I started using them. I went to school that way for several weeks. I eventually got okay, I thought, but as I mention later, my hip would stiffen up if I sat too long in one position. But it did eventual­ ly get okay. When I was taking agri­ culture in school, I had some chickens and some peach trees that I was getting cred­ its for. Mr. Wallace said one of my trees had the best peaches, for a seedling, that he had ever seen. I usually harvested two to three bushels of peaches each year from that tree. I had two more seedling trees, but the peaches didn’t have the fla­ vor of the big one. In the summer of 1932, I was sponsored by Tex Reid, Don Reid’s father, to go to Citizens Military Training With new hip boots and a fishing spear, young Guy Howell staged this photo at a small pond on the farm of his cousin Gus Morganthaler. Although the picture is a sham, Howell did do lots of fishing in the days when “there were no licenses to worry about.” Camp at Camp Custer, about look. They never knew five miles from Battle Creek. whether anyone was hurt, The 2nd Infantry Division but no more crosses were was stationed there, and we burned there. I was in tent No. 35 in were trained by some oftheir officers. That was August — Company E. We got $30 per and it was hot. We went month, board and room and through the regular induc­ medical attention, plus our tion, with shots and all and clothes and training. I had finally collected all of our been in about three or four equipment, including a weeks, when one day, while marching, my right hip gave Springfield 30.06 rifle. That gun only weighed 8 way and I collapsed on the 1/2 pounds, but after a day of parade ground. I couldn’t get marching with it on my up, so they sent for the “meat shoulder, it must have wagon” and took me to the weighed close to a hundred. infirmary. They found that I We also had a 60-pound had some pulled tendons in pack, canteen and ammo my hip, due to the auto acci­ belt. We didn’t have live dent I was in the previous ammunition, except when spring. I stayed about a week we were going to Rifle longer, with just light duties, Range Hill for target prac- ~no more marching and then tice. received a medical discharge. I digress a little here. My When the time came for me brother, Frank Dawson, told to report for the draft in 1940, me of an incident that hap­ I had a heart condition, so pened on that hill when he they turned me down and was in the army in 1924. He gave me a classification of4said that on occasion the Ku F. Klux Klan would bum a fiery cross on that hill. Well, I reckon those were the Camp Custer Military “good old days.” We had to Reservation was owned by work, but we lived at home the government, so they and we didn’t have a great posted a sign on the hill lot of responsibility as we warning against such a prac- did after we grew up and had tice. A few nights later to make our way in the another fiery cross! The world. It is sort of nice to commander ordered the look back on those times. machine gun company, of They were hard, being in the which Frank was a member, Great Depression, but we to rake the hill with live lived through them, and I ammunition. They did. The think we profited by our next morning they went up to experiences. I know I did. �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 25, 2013 — Page 9 ‘Play ball’ is the cry heard at Little League opening by Shari Carney StaffWriter For 20 teams made up of over 230 plus kids, the words “Play ball” were like music in the air on Saturday, May 18 as the Maple Valley Little League officially opened its 2013 season. The league includes tee ball, baseball and softball teams. Coaches, organizers, play­ aTtuhredaMyapMleayVa1l8le iyn LVitetlrem Loenatvgiul ee., w(Pithho 2to0 bteyaJmos dyanFdra wnkitlhin o) ver 230 registered players, held its official o op peenniinnq g ers and families gathered for Saturday, May 18 in Vermontville. (Photo by Jody Franklin) a picnic on a beautiful day LEGAL NOTICE Ruth Wineman, Vermontville Village president, spoke on the history of Little League baseball to the players, coaches and families at the opening ceremonies for the Maple Valley Little League on Saturday, May 18. 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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: Carl Forsythe, An Unmarred Man, and Tammy L. Peters, An Unmarried Woman to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for America's Wholesale Lender, its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 17, 2006 and recorded August 28, 2006 in Instrument # 1169197 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP, by assignment dated March 29, 2011 and recorded April 15, 2011 in Instrument # 201104150004237 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Three Thousand Eight Hundred NinetyOne Dollars and Forty-Two Cents ($183,891.42) including interest 7.125% 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 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 June 27, 2013 Said premises are situated in Township of Thomapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 132 feet of the West 30 acres of the North one-half of the Southeast onequarter of Section 32, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, except the North 583 feet thereof; also the South 208.71 feet of the West 181 feet of the East 313 feet thereof. Also a strip of land described as: The North one-half of the Southeast one-quarter of Section 32, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, except the West 30 acres thereof. Also except the East 50 acres thereof. Commonly known as 11377 Davis Rd,. Middleville Ml 49333 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCL 600,3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the date of sudh sale, or upon the expira­ tion of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the prop­ erty is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damag­ ing the property during the redemption period. Dated: 5/25/2013 Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 13-81295 (05-25)(06-15) 06813116 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on December 11, 2008, by Steven R. Pyrzynski and Christine M. Pyrzynski, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on January 22, 2009, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 20090122-0000613, which mort­ gage was assigned to Bank Commercial by an Assignment- of Mortgage dated March 21, 2013, recorded on March 25, 2013, in Instrument Number 2013-004096, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Seven Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Eight and 00/100 Dollars ($157,568.00); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, June 13, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Commencing at the center post of Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, thence North 713 feet to point of beginning; thence North 607 feet to a point 1320 South of the North quarter post; thence East 1320 feet; thence South 921 feet to a point 2241 feet South of the Section line, thence West 1045 feet, thence North 314 feet; thence West 275 feet to point of beginning. ALSO: Commencing at the Northeast comer of Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, thence South 0 degrees 31 min­ utes 5 seconds South West 660 feet; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 59 seconds West 1325.33 feet; thence North 0 degrees 34 minutes 30 seconds East 660 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 59 seconds East 454.68 feet to point North 89 degrees 57 minutes 59 seconds West 870 feet from the Northeast corner of said Section 27; thence South 0 degrees 2 minutes 1 sec­ onds West 384 feet, thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 59 seconds East 675 feet; thence North 0 degrees 2 minutes 1 sec­ onds East 384 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 59 sec­ onds East 196 feet to point of beginning. ALSO: The East half of the Northeast quarter of Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, EXCEPT the North 660 feet thereof. Commonly known as: Parcel Numbers: 08-04-027-160-00 and 08-04-027-110-00 and 08-04­ 027-105-300-00 The period with­ in which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: May 9, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371 -8253 (05-11 )(06-01) oeauaas �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 25,2013 Lions finish fourth at KVA Championship, fifth overall Hackett Catholic Central’s varsity boys’ golf team fin­ ished off an undefeated sea­ son in the Kalamazoo Valley Association by winning the league tournament by 31 strokes over runner-up Schoolcraft Tuesday at Riverside Golf Course in Battle Creek. Luke Stull led the Fighting Irish with a score of 72, which earned him top medal­ ist honors for the day. Hackett had the three best scores of the tournament, also getting 76s from Ted Rider and Colin Joseph. All three finished among the top 12 individual in the confer­ ence for the season, earning All-KVA honors. Maple Valley’s Rage Sheldon earned All-KVA honors with his sixth-place score of 81. Behind him for the Lions, Ryan Mudge shot a 92, Tyler Kersjes 93 and Nate VanStee 94. The top three in the tour­ nament standings matched the top three in the overall final conference standings. Hackett shot a 307 Tuesday, followed by Schoolcraft 338 and Delton 341. Maple Valley was fourth Tuesday with, a 360, followed by Pennfield 371, Olivet 374, Kalamazoo Christian 388 and Constantine NTS. Hackett’s fourth score was an 83 from Spencer Walter, which put him in ninth place for the day. Delton Kellogg had two Maple Valley’s Tesla Meade drives the ball during Friday’s doubleheader with Schoolcraft in Nashville. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Lion softball hosts Fennville for district opener Tuesday Maple Valley’s Rage Sheldon watches a tee shot fly at Riverside in Battle Creek Monday during the KVA at Riverside in Battle Creek Monday. golfers finish in the top 12 overall, Sarah Shipley and Zack Simon. Shipley was seventh Tuesday, firing an 82. Simon was ninth with a 83. Schoolcraft took second thanks to 84s from Chris Kolbe and Phil Pelton and 85s from Austin Crandle and Tom Hurst. The Lions topped Pennfield for the first time Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News action ads! 06813089 May 28 Auction Bid online at www.M37auction.com featuring: • New Appliances • Furniture • Tools • Asphalt Company Liquidation • Much more M37Auction.com Consignment Auction (616) 871-2662 all season Monday, and earned a. fifth-place finish in the final league standings. Maple Valley shot a sea­ son low 9-hole score of 167 Friday in the final KVA Tri of the season, besting Parchment’s 180 and Constantine’s 215 at Eastern Hills Golf Course. Sheldon led the Lions with a 36, while Mudge added a 42, Hunter Hilton 44 and Jordan Denton a 45. Sheldon and Mudge had the day’s two best scores. Parchment was paced by. Austin Cox’s 43. The Panthers also got a 44 from Charlie Eaton, a 45 from Alex Banner and a 48 from Mike Renema. The Lions will travel to The Highlands for their Division 3 District Tournament Wednesday. COBBIHUMIWNG Join us for Happy Hour! Friday, Saturday & Sunday (May 24th 25th, 26th) 400 pm-600 pm This Weekends $200 Aluminum Cans Meatloaf, Baked Of Miller Lite & Coors Lite Potato & Salad $7 (While supplies last) $175 Tacos May 31 st, June 1st & June 2nd (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 Maple Valley’s varsity softball team will open play in the Division 3 District Tournament it is hosting this week in Nashville Tuesday, taking on Fennville in. the district’s only opening round contest. The winner of that game advances to the second dis­ trict semifinal of the day Saturday (June 1) against Saranac. Delton Kellogg takes on Hopkins in the first semifinal of the day Saturday, at 10 a m. The Lionswere scheduled to close out the regular sea­ son with a Kalamazoo Valley Association double h header against Parchment Friday. The Lions lost both games of their last non-conference doubleheader of the regular season Tuesday at Bath falling 9-5 and 15-5. Alivia Johncock allowed just three earned runs pitching for the Lions in the open­ er. She took the loss though, giving up 11 hits with four walks and four strikeouts. Johncock and Mazalenna Rhodes had two hits each to lead the Lion offense; Maple Valley did manage ten hits in the game. Taylor Medina, Tesla Meade, Maggie Semrau, McKaily Bodenmuller, Jacey Wood and Emily Mattocks had one each. Johncock had two RBI and Semrau and Wood had $250 Pinnacle Vodka (5 flavors to choose from) r HA JDt RJ.'s on Friday & Saturday Nights at 900pm May 24th & 25th Round N Round June Tth and 8th. VooPoo 177 S. Main, Vermontville 517-726-0789 Noon - ? Friday • Noon -? Saturday Noon-9pm Sunday 06813159 Auto Parts From General Maintenance to 3 Performance and Off-Road Parts In-Stock 517-726-1502 131 S. Main St., Vermonville (In the old Hardware Building) Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:30; Sat. 8:30-1:30 Lion pitcher Taylor Medina hurls the ball towards the plate during Friday’s KVA doubleheader against Schoolcraft in Nashville. (Photo by Perry Hardin) one apiece. The Lions fell behind 9-0 and did their scoring late, getting single runs in the top of the fifth and sixth innings before pushing three across in the top of the seventh. Bath jumped on Maple Valley early in game two, scoring 11 runs in the top of the first. Medina took the loss. Only three of the runs against her were earned. She did give up ten hits and walk three. She struck out two. Johncock had one of the Lions’ seven hits, and drove in a pair of runs. Semrau had an RBI as well. Medina was the lone Lion with two hits. Timara Burd, Meade, Jordan Woodman and Tamara Tryon had one hit each. Schoolcraft swept its KVA doubleheader with the host Lions last Friday (May 17), scoring 17-0 and 10-8 victories. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 25, 2013 — Page 11 Community Memorial Day parades are Monday morning Memorial Day celebra­ tions for Vermontville begin at 9 a.m. with the traditional wreath placement in the Thomapple River. A parade will proceed north through town, culminating at Woodlawn Cemetery. The Nashville parade will begin at 11 a.m. from Putnam Park, heading south down Main Street to Lakeview Cemetery. Maple Valley annual FFA banquet by Travis Rockwell FFA Reporter The Maple Valley FFA Chapter held its annual ban­ quet Friday, May 10. The chapter started the evening with a meal ofroast­ ed pork provided by Duane Davidson and members of the FFA. A silent auction was made possible with items provided by various community businesses. After dinner, everyone moved to the auditorium for speeches and an award cere­ mony. Welcoming the crowd for the evening was Ronna Steel, superintendent of Maple Valley schools. The opening address was given by Region I State Vice President Jaime Curth, a 2012 Maple Valley graduate. The first awards given were for the top 10 point sys­ tem award winners. Each time an FFA member partic­ ipates in an activity, he or she is given points. The points are tallied at the end of the year. Award winners were Jake Ramey, Sydney Denton, Zach Pixley, Matthew Scott, McLain Morehouse, Travis Rockwell, Shelby Anderson, Jadelyn Stewart, Marcum Terpening and Blake Fetterman. The outstanding junior was McLain Morehouse; the outstanding sophomore was Jadelyn Stewart. Chapter proficiency awards were then handed out by Bill Porter of the Maple Valley FFA Alumni Association. Proficiency awards are given to those FFA members who have demonstrated exemplary skills in their supervised agricultural experience pro­ grams, as well as being active members of the Maple Valley FFA. Receiving pro-, ficiency awards were McLain Morehouse for agri­ cultural mechanics, Mathew Scott for crop production, and Jadelyn Stewart for veg­ etable production. Porter then presented a special award on behalf of the Maple Valley FFA Alumni Association, the FFA Alumni Lifetime mem­ bership award, which was given to Brett Ramey. Aaron Saari, Maple Valley FFA advisor, presented the star awards for the evening. The Star Greenhand firstyear member award went to Marcum Terpening, the Star Discovery junior high mem­ ber award went to Dillon Terpening. The Chapter Star in agricultural placement was presented to Zach Pixley. The Chapter Star Farmer award went to Marcum Terpening. Saari then presented the Dekalb Award, which is the Outstanding Senior award, to Shelby Anderson and Matthew Scott. The Honorary FFA Degree award went to indi­ viduals who have contributed their time and serv­ ice to the local FFA chapter. This year’s recipients were Russell Weyer, Martin Fabrik and Dan Fighter. After thanking their par­ ents and presenting a yearin-review slide show, the 2012- 13 officers installed the 2013- 14 officers who are as follows: Jadelyn Stewart, president; Marcum Terpening, vice president; Meghan Bignail, secretary; McLain Morehouse, treasur­ er; Travis Rockwell, reporter; Zach Pixley, sen­ tinel; Ly.ndi Rose, historian; and Samantha Davis, parlia­ mentarian. One size does not fit all with education I have concerns with the one-size-fits-all Merit Curriculum that was estab­ lished in 2006. The intention to establish a curriculum that would cre­ ate consistent and rigorous graduation requirements and prepare students for college was admirable. However, it did not provide recognition of a student's uniqueness nor the strengths and benefits of careers in the arts, agricultur­ al sciences or technical trades. As a school social worker, I saw this mandate close doors for students. It led to two different gradua­ tion certificates: a diploma for those who met the Merit Curriculum and a certificate of completion for those who did not. An argument I often heard against allowing more flexi­ bility in the Merit Curriculum was that it would “water down” the require­ ments. However, I believe a career as a plumber, an elec­ trician, a heavy machinist, a musician or a farmer is just as admirable and necessary for a well-rounded society as career in engineering, archi- tecture or computer analysis. I voted yes on HB 4465 in the House Education Committee which would change the requirements of the Merit Curriculum to allow a substitution math class for Algebra 2 and would eliminate the lan­ guage requirement. I voted for HB 4466 to allow stu­ dents to take Agriculture Science instead of Chemistry or Physics and allow Applied Mathematics as an alterna­ tive to Algebra 2. The bill would also widen the use of and access to personal cur- riculums. I will be introduc­ ing an amendment in the House of Representatives to require notification to par­ ents oftheir right to request a personal curriculum. Students who aspire to go into the technical or agricul­ tural fields as well as the arts can now fully pursue their talents and career choices. Let’s keep the door open to all possibilities. Contact Rep. Abed, 517­ 373-0853 or via email at TheresaAbed@house.mi.gov Visit the website at www.abed.housedems.com. Local students earn degrees at Davenport University Davenport University has announced that several local students joined the ranks of more than 2,000 new college graduates, officially com­ pleting degrees in business, technology or health profes­ sions at the end of the winter 2013 semester. Davenport hosted a commencement cer­ emony April 28 where nearly 1,000 students participated in graduation ceremonies in downtown Grand Rapids. Local students who received degrees included: Nashville — Marciene Morgan. Hastings — Emily Gary, Leslie Pumford, Amberlynn Roll. Mulliken Chelsey Dow, Erin Roll. Lakewood Area Co-Ed Flag Football Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, May 27 COA Closed in obser­ vance of Memorial Day. No Meal Delivery. Tuesday, May 28 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, spinach, applesauce, bread. Wednesday, May 29 Hamburger, potato salad, baked beans, tropical fruit, bun. Thursday, May 30 Baked potato bar, chili, tossed salad, banana, crack­ ers. Friday, May 31 Alaskan stuffed salmon, wild rice, peas, cauliflower, orange.- Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, May 27 COA Closed in obser­ vance of Memorial Day. No Meal Delivery. Tuesday, May 28 Frozen meal must be heat­ ed. Wednesday, May 29 Cottage cheese, black bean and tomato salad, Mandarin oranges, peanut butter crack­ ers. Thursday, May 30 Tuna pasta salad, carrot raison salad, applesauce, crackers. Friday, May 31 Asian chicken salad, pasta salad, jello with fruit, club crackers. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, May 27 COA Closed in obser­ vance of Memorial Day. No Meal Delivery. Tuesday, May 28 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, spinach, bread puddin g, cinnamon applesauce. Wednesday, May 29 Hamburger, broccoli, hash brown cubes, banana, bun. Thursday, May 30 Spaghetti and meatballs in sauce, broccoli, fruit crisp. Friday, May 31 Alaskan stuffed salmon, wild rice, peas, cauliflower, orange. Activities Calendar Monday, May 27 -' COA Closed. Memorial Day. Tuesday, May 28 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, May 29 Hastings: Whitecaps Baseball Trip; Music with Sam; Nails; Cards Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30 p.m. Delton: Birthday Party; Reminiscence. Woodland: Sing-A-Long. Thursday, May 30 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 a.m. Delton: Puzzles/ Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, May 31 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Writing Class 9 a.m. Woodland: Sing-A­ Long; Visiting. 2013 * Boys/Girls going into grades K-3rd • 2013 Deadline: August 10, 2013 Participant (Last Name/First name) Contact Phone Address (City, State, Zip) Birthdate Parent/Guardian 2013/2014 School 2013/2014 Grade Email Medical Needs/Other Notes (Requests for players and/or coaches are not guaranteed. Once teams have been formed, switches will not be allowed) T-shirt (circle one) Youth Sm Med Large Volunteer Coach Name Franklin on Hope College dean’s list Coty Franklin of Vermontville was among stu­ dents named to the dean’s list at Hope College 'for the spring semester of the 2012­ 13 academic year. To be eligible for the dean’s list, a student must have a minimum 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Coaches Adult Sm Med Large XL 2XL Phone PARENTAL WAIVER AGREEMENT: I understand that the Lakewood football program, coordinators, coaches and offi­ cials are in no way responsible for any injury that may be incurred by my child while participating in this program and agree to hold the above harmless for injury and damages in return for such participation. I also understand that no refunds will be made under any circumstances unless requested before the day of the first session (practice and or game). Signature Date Early Registration: June 28th, 2013 $30-00 resident, $35.00 non-resident Registration Deadline: August 10th, 2013 $35.00 resident, $40.00 non-resident Resident: Mailing address within Lakewood School District Mandatory Coaches meeting: August 20th, 2013 Send payment and form to: Lakewood High School, attn: Nick Boucher 7223 Velte Rd., Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 Questions please contact: Seth Matthews, 517-420-0965, eatonheatandcool Qyahoo.com or Nick Boucher, 517-282-3003, boucheraQlakewoodps.org I “ �Page 12 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 25,2013 Maple Valley teams get a handful through to finals Maple Valley’s Hanna Kyle and Keegan Yost each won a pair of regional cham­ pionships Friday at Maple Valley High School to earn spots in the Division 3 Lower Peninsula Track and Field Finals, which will be held at Comstock Park High School June 1. Yost was the top thrower in the boys’ meet Friday, winning the discus with a mark of 148 feet 10 inches and the shot put at 51-8. Kyle was the top hurdler in the girls’ meet, winning the 100-meter hurdles in 16.51 seconds and the 300meter low hurdles in 47.15. The Lion teams had a fifth regional champion, Jadelyn Stewart who took the title in the girls’ pole vault by clear­ ing 9-0. Those three victories helped the Maple Valley girls finish the day in fifth place. Hopkins took the regional title on the girls’ side, finish­ ing with 130.5 points. West Catholic was second with 98.5, followed by Saranac 98, Calvin Christian 81, Maple Valley 68.5, Kent City 57, NorthPointe Christian 27, Ravenna 26.5, Delton Kellogg 25, Wyoming Lee 16, Kelloggsville 15, Holland Black River 7, Fennville 6, Grand River Prep 4 and Bloomingdale 3. the area at the regional. Maple Valley’s Jessica Rushford will return to the finals in the 1600-meter run after placing fourth in the event with a time of 5 min­ utes 22.93 seconds. The top two in each event and everyone else who met the pre-determined times, heights and distances quali­ fied for the state meet. Rushford scored in three individual events for the Lions, also placing fourth in the 400-meter dash with a time of 1:04.14 and fifth in the 800-meter run in 2:32.38. Teammate Ivy Braden added an eighth-place time of 1:07.32 in the 400. The Lions earned the rest of their points in the field, with McKayla Lamance in a tie for fourth in the high jump. She cleared 4-8. Hadley Joppie was third in the long jump at 15-4.25, with teammate Kandys Larsen sixth at 14-4. Kyle was one ofthree girls to win multiple individual events. Saranac’s Jenna Klynstra won the 1600-meter run in 5:09.77, the 3200meter run in 11:15.65 and the 800 in 2:25.52. West Catholic’s Rachel Dolphin took the sprints, winning' the Brieyana Hegwood takes off at the start of the 400- 200 in 26.56 and the 100 in meter relay for the Lions during Friday’s (May 17) 12.87. Division 3 Track and Field Regional at Maple Valley Teammate Ryan Nisse High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) will join Yost at the state finals on the boys’ side. Those three Lions weren’t the only state qualifiers from Nisse met the qualifying time in the 110-meter high hurdles, finishing sixth in 15.93. Another hurdler,. Kelloggsville’s TJ Burnett, helped his team to a regional championship by winning the 110-meter race in 15.05 as well as the 400-meter dash in 49.98. The Rockets finished with REFRESHINGLY AFFORDABLE AIR CONDITIONING Kent City’s Ashley Russo (left) battles for position with Maple Valley’s Jessica Rushford at the end of the 1600meter run Friday (May 17) at the Division 3 Regional Meet hosted by the Lions. (Photo by Perry Hardin) 102 points; Saranac was second with 91, followed by Kent City 80, West Catholic 79, Calvin Christian 68, Hopkins 58, Ravenna 43, Maple Valley 41, Delton Kellogg 39, Holland Black River 20, NorthPointe Christian 14, Lee 14, Bloomingdale 11 and Wyoming Potter’s House Christian 3. Many of the Lions’ best finishes came' in the field. Cole Decker was third in the shot put at 46-8. In the pole vault, the Lions’ Robbie Welch was fourth at 12-0. In the long jump, Tanner Brownell was fourth at 19-2. Kent City’s Will Wilson matched Burnett’s two indi­ vidual wins. He took the 1600-meter run in 4:24.39 and the 3200-meter run in 9:53.29. Don’t risk paying too much to keep your home comfortable. Compare quality construction, warranty protection*, and the price of any Goodman' brand Air Conditioner. Then you’ll discover why millions are saying, “Thank goodness for Goodman. 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Thank goodness for Goodman! s i Keegan Moore and Jadelyn Stewart from the varsity boys’ and girls’ track and field teams have been named this week’s Maple Valley High School Athletes of the Week Moore qualified for the Division 3 state finals in the shot put and discus at last Friday’s regional meet, while Stewart qualified for the finals in the pole vault. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-06-01.pdf 906b4ce6b84f3379c762495e2ad36cb5 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 22, June 1,2013 Falcon expected to head Maple Valley schools During a special meeting Thursday, May 30, the Maple Valley Board of Education unanimously voted to enter into negotia­ tions with Michelle Falcon As interim superintendent of the district. Falcon, one of two candi­ dates interviewed for the post being vacated by Ronna Steel, recently served as an administrator for Lakewood and Hastings school districts. Falcon is likely to begin training through June 28, and will begin a year-long contract as interim superin­ tendent for Maple Valley, beginning July 1. (See the June 8 Maple Valley News for additional information) Meagan Smith adds ‘doctor’ to her resume Search continues for missing boater Michigan State Police search for the body of Terry Foster Thursday on Thornapple Lake. The police received a 911 call early Thursday morning of a boat traveling in cir­ cles with the motor running, occupied by only a dog. The boat belonged to Foster, a 54-year-old Nashville resident. As of Friday, he had not been located. Open-burning permits have new phone number to call Dr. Scot Randall, D.O. stands to the left of Meagan Smith who is waving upon spotting her family. Randall is Smith’s physician and mentor and was instrumental in Smith’s decision to pursue a career in medicine. by Shari Carney StaffWriter A few weeks off to breathe and relax are the plans of Meagan (Putnam) Smith, a 2005 Maple Valley graduate. Smith graduated from medical school in April with a doctor of osteopathy degree from Michigan State University. “I bleed green,” said Smith who has been a stu­ dent at MSU since 2005. In the undbrgrad program, Smith changed directions the summer of her senior year from the physical therapist program she had been pursu­ ing. “I don’t want to do this,” said Smith in a moment of clarity. “This is not what I thought it was.” Enter Dr* Scott Randall, Smith’s physician. A call to Randall led him to ask, “When are you applying for medical school?” “He mapped it out for me,” said Smith of her men­ tor. “When times got tough, I would call him.” Switching to pre-med pro­ gram added one semester to her undergrad studies when she made the switch in August of 2007. The following year proved to be monumental for her, when she married high school sweetheart Cameron Smith, a 2003 Maple Valley graduate, purchased a home, applied to medical school, passed the Medical College Admission Test and graduat­ ed with a bachelor of science degree in kinesiology from MSU. “It is natural to me that Meagan has become a doc­ tor. I say this not because it was easy (or cheap), but because she possesses char­ acter traits that we all admire and seek in doctors,” said Lizzie (Sundrla) Mills, an attorney and 2002 Maple Valley graduate. “She is compassionate, intelligent, driven and relatable. These traits have led her to achieve a very significant life goal and tb inspire others in ways she may not even realize. In the difficult parts of herjour­ ney through undergrad and medical school, these traits enabled her to see the light at the end of the tunnel, the impact she made on patients and their families, and the good she could offer to others, whether that was at local rehabilitative centers in Michigan or in an ob-gyn ward in Malawi.” Smith was successful at Maple Valley, graduating in the top 10, but the rigors of medical school proved to be a challenge. “I really struggled the first year and was forced to dig deep and find a reserve of perseverance and strength that I didn’t know that I had,” said Smith. The summer of 2009 Smith studied anatomy, recalling, “It was crazy ... wee, ate, slept and breathed anato­ my — not fun.” See DOCTOR, page 2 In an effort to ease the process of getting informa­ tion regarding open-burning permits in Barry County, sev­ eral area fire departments are joining forces to provide one telephone number for permit­ seekers to call. With certain exceptions, the new number to call for bum permit information is 269-205-8510. The exceptions are Thomapple Township Emergency Services, which will continue to issue bum permitss for Thornapple Township, Yankee Springs Township and the portion of Irving Township it services. For a burning permit in these areas, call 269-795-7243. Assyria Township resi­ dents who are serviced by Bellevue Fire Department will still call 517-763-3262. Barry County residents calling the new number will hear a recorded message with directions on whether open Tony Martin, member of the Maple Valley Junior High burning is permitted the day Band, plays taps to honor the fallen during Memorial of the call. If the message Day events in Nashville. (Photo by Kathy Feasel) advises that open burning is See page 12 for full coverage of local Memorial Day permitted, a request to provide name, phone number activities. and address of where the burning will occur will be made. Permission to bum will be given for the following items only: limbs, brush, stumps, leaves or • Castleton township man killed after evergreen needles, n grass. If the message advises being trapped under car that open burning is not per­ • Valley will take on Saranac in mitted on the day of the call, a follow-up inquiry should be district baseball semifinals today made when weather condi• Pair of Lion golferswill continue tions have changed and a per­ season at regional tourney mit appears probable. Once individuals make the • Lions compete against the Tapping into the patriotic spirit In This Issue Lansing area’s top athletes See PERMIT, page 5 �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, June 1,2013 DOCTOR, continued from page 1 Meagan Smith celebrates completion of 20 years of schooling with parents Paula and Chris Tyler of Vermontville. This baby elephant provides a photo opportunity on a safari at the Majete Wildlife Reserve in Malawi, Africa. Meagan Smith studied abroad in Malawi earlier this year. Cattle prove to be a road block as Meagan Smith watches from a mini-bus in Malawi. “The cattle herded past as if we were in their way,” said Smith. While in medical school, she learned of a study-abroad opportunity and jumped at the chance to travel. • “I said, ‘Why not?’” and proceeded to take a required course in clinical tropical medicine. She applied for a six-week program in Malawi, Africa, and joined a group of eight students earlier this year. Dr. Terri Taylor was the host doctor in Malawi. Meagan Smith poses with two young girls while visiting an orphanage in Malawi, Africa. Smith and fellow students took cake to celebrate the children’s birthdays. The medical students also presented toys to the children and played with them for an afternoon. Taylor’s husband’ is a pho­ tographer, and the couple has a home in Traverse City where they split their time. Taylor has been going to Africa for 25 years, and the student group lived in her home in Malawi. Taylor works with chil­ dren who have contracted cerebral malaria. Smith spent time in the local hospital shadowing Taylor, but also ventured out. During a safari GRAND11 OPENING!)! Downtown X/^rmonttville Join Us for Homemade Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner specials just like mom used to make! Try Our Cafe Coney Dogs with our own secret recipe coney sauce SERVED WITH CHIPS AND A ROOT BEER FLOAT___$3.99 8amB9pm Have you tried our housemade Pizza?? Now's the time! Piping hot personal pizza with 3 items__$6 Enter to Win a $20 Gift Certificate! Newlq Remodeled! 174- 2>- Main 5t-, ''Vermontvill 517.726.0975 Now Open Mon. 2)at. 8<am-9p Meagan and Cam Smith celebrate her near-completion of medical school at an awards banquet the night before graduation. ‘-Dianas H^ ace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 T » » » » » » » • tour called a game drive, she saw many native animals, such as hippopotamus, water buffalo, monkeys and ele­ phants. Some animals ven­ tured closer to the residence. One morning, warthogs were scene sleeping outside of a nearby hut. The time Smith spent with children in an orphanage was special, she said. Smith and friends brought a birthday cake, balloons and toys to the children. The group stayed and played with the children for the afternoon. On another side trip to Lake Malawi, a makeshift boys band, with a short song list, entertained the group for cash. The band’s repertoire was limited. “‘Who Let the Dogs Out,’ was their favorite one to play,” said Smith. While at the hospital, Smith was confronted with the ravages of malaria. In a blog devoted to the adven­ ture, she writes, “The lessons in life in which I vividly recall and learn the most from have always included some sort of obstacle or adversity, and my time in Malawi will not be different. I hope that this trip changes me to my core and helps shape me to be a better human.” “I couldn’t be more proud to know her, not just as a professional in the greater Lansing area and fellow Maple Valley graduate, but as a friend. I cannot wait to see what she does next with her life,” said Mills. Inspiring others continues as Smith’s two siblings, Ryan and Kalee Tyler share thoughts of their sister’s accomplishments. “Meagan has set the bar very high, which gave me -more drive to set the expec­ tations for myself higher,” said Ryan, a senior at Maple Valley. Continued next page HASTINGS 4 11AI I TV !UALITY D269-205H-49i00 Downtown Hastings on State St. t^Blilw'llSjbw ^QTI.com and on Facebool (VhrV- iUnUn • BARGAIN TWILIGHT 0AIL¥ 4:00-6:00 PM * eicludes Digital 3D O No passes ® Stadium Seating SHOWTIMES 6/1-6/6 TITLESAND TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE O AFTER EARTH (PG-13) SAT-SUN 11:30,1:50,4:10,6:40,9:20 MON-TH 4:10,6:40,9:20 0®FAST ANO FURIOUS 6 (PG-13) SAT-SUN 12:30,3:30,6:30,9:30 MON-TH 3:30,6:30,9:30 O® HANGOVER PART III (R) SAT-SUN 11:50,2:10,4:30, 7:00,9:50 MON-TH 4:30,7:00, 9:50 O 30 EPIC (PG) smnauuuKH ticket DAILY 9:10 ©EPIC (PG) SAT-SUN 11:40,2:00,4:20,6:50 MON-TH 4:20,6:50 �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, June 1,2013 — Page 3 A common sight for Meagan Smith while studying in Malawi, Africa, is people walking down the street carrying massive items on their heads. The women wear fabric skirts called Chitengas. Waking up to warthogs outside the hut was one of the experiences of Meagan Smith in a study-abroad program in Malawi, Africa. “She is a force to be reck­ Oned with,” said Mills, “who fully appreciates the great honor and responsibility she bears as a doctor of osteopathic medicine.” Man killed after being trapped under car Meagan Smith photographs some monkeys during a safari through the Majete Wildlife Reserve in Malawi, Africa. Kalee, a junior at Maple Valley added, “Meagan’s journey has definitely been a long and hard one ... She has pushed aside the people that told her she coulda.’t accom­ plish ... used all those people for determination and fire, rather than letting it bring her down. She’s so relieved that she’s officially done with school, I mean, she’s gradu­ ated three times. “She’s an inspiration to my whole family,” Kalee contin­ ued, “and she should be an inspiration for the students of Maple Valley. Out of my immediate family, she’s the only one to graduate college ... I’m very proud of her, and I’m so glad that I can call her This nameplate is a gift from Meagan Smith's grand- my big sister.” Smith’s next step will be mother upon completion of medical school; ‘D.O.’ says on staff at Sparrow Physical it all. Medicine and Rehabilitation in Lansing. One of her super­ visors will be a fellow Maple Valley alum, Becky (Wilson) Wyatt, a 2000 Maple Valley Saturday Night Specials graduate. HdmeCookin’ • BBQ Baby Back Ribs “I didn’t think I could do / Jack S Judy’s^ • Roast Pork & it,” said Meagan who would Dressing_______' threaten to quit medical Stop in and try our... Country school in times of frustration $1 OO BREAKFAST and vent to Cam, “I want to Kettle SPECIALS go fold jeans at The Gap.” 3 to choose from Cafe For all of his faith in her $Q LUNCH SPECIALS and ongoing, support, Smith presented him with a pair of Nashville s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! jeans from The Gap the night of graduation. Sat. thru Thun. • 4 - 8 p.m. 113 N. Main, (That’s every night except Friday) “I couldn’t have done this Nashville without him,” she said. 4 DINNER CHOICES S17-852-9700 that include soup, potato, vegetable, Smith may have doubted Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM salad bar & dessert. herself, but others never did. D6813S3. Continued from previous page QE JU 2/$15.00 Meagan Smith, at the 2013 graduation from medical school, is joined by siblings Ryan and Kalee Tyler. Ryan is a senior and Kalee a junior at Maple Valley High School. A 57-year-old man died after being trapped beneath a vehicle in Castleton Township Monday after­ noon. Jack Wyant, Nashville, died at the $cene after res­ cuers were unable to revive him. Barry County Sheriff’s deputies investigated the incident that occurred about 3 p.m. Monday. Officers were called to a home in the 3900 block of Swift Road in Castleton Township where the man was found under the car in the garage. He had reportedly been working on the vehicle. Sheriff’s officials have ruled the death as accidental. No further details of the accident were available. Meeting for high school football parents Tuesday The Lions are already getting set for the 2013 varsity and junior varsity football seasons. s There will be a parents’ meeting at the high school for all potential football players entering grades 9-12 in the fall Tuesday, June 4 at 7 p.m. Maple Valley varsity foot­ ball coach Brian Lincoln said he will discuss information about the weight room, phys­ icals, expectations, summer activities and fundraisers. �Page 4 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, June 1,2013 Goats and a fro// rollick in high school auditorium Jack Alton Wyant NASHVILLE, MI - Jack Alton Wyant, age 57, of Nashville, passed away on May 27, 2013 unexpectedly at home. Jack was bom April 18, 1956, the son of Gene and Bonnie (Dahm) Wyant. He attended Maple Valley High School, graduating in 1974. Jack will be remembered as a devoted father and adoring Papa. Even though he was extremely hard working, he was a big kid at heart who loved to joke around. His infectious smile will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Jack is survived by his daughters, Jennie (Dustin) Still time to sign up for Valley Rally 5K The Valley Rally 5K Run/Walk will again be a part of the Valley Rally Car Show, June 15 in Nashville. Pre-registration for the race can be sent to Maple Valley High School to the attention or Brian Lincoln or Mindy Schriver. Registration can also be done online at www.runningfoundation.com. Find June 15 on the website, and click on the Valley Rally 5K link. The cost to participate is $25. Checks can be made payable to Maple Valley Football. The event is a fundraiser for the Maple Valley varsity and junior var­ sity football programs. The race is set to begin at 8 a.m. in downtown Nashville. Winners in each age division will be awarded medals. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News action ads! Hillard, Ashley (Bob) Woodmansee; grandchil­ dren, Blaine, Hogan, Alyssa, Dayton, Elaina and Kacen; parents, Gene and Bonnie Billy Goat (Gabe Rattier) Wyant; sister, Jill Wyant; brothers, Brad (Deborah) and Big Bertha Lee (Maria Wyant and Dan (Marilyn) Pratt) from Tammi King’s Wyant; along with several first grade class perform extended family members “Three Nanny Goats Gruff and friends. Mini Operetta” May 22 in He was preceded in death the Maple Valley High by granddaughter, Koeli School auditorium. Hillard and niece, Stephanie Edgecomb. Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 1, 2013 at Pray Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 1, just prior to the serv­ ice. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com. From the Pulpit Decisions to make by Pastor Marc S. Livingston Chester Gospel Church The time was somewhere around 1400 B.C. The peo­ ple were Israelites. Decisions had to be made. The time is late May, early June 2013. The people are Maple Valley High School graduates. Decisions must be made. Joshua 24:15 reads, “But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your forefathers served beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for me and my house­ hold, we will serve the Lord.” Our high school seniors will be making many deci­ sions in the days ahead. Some of the decisions will have little impact on their lives; others will greatly affect them. Some won’t take too much thought, but others will need to be thought out in great detail. As we journey back into the time of 1400 B.C., Israel’s leader stood before millions of people and gave them the challenge that I have quoted above. God doesn’t force us to follow Him. We make the choice. But I must be .hon­ est with you. Your choice will bring about a result One set of choices will take you farther and farther away from the very God who fearfully and wonderfully made you. And from the same God who has plans to prosper you, and plans to give you hope for your future. Another choice is to decide to walk with the God who has led your life up to this point. A diploma says you have completed the requirements of Maple Valley High School. Now as a graduate, you have choose to make a life decision. I chose to receive Jesus Christ as my personal Savior, and I have never regretted that decision, I choose daily to let God direct my steps or walk in life my way. When I let God direct my steps, I have never had regrets. 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Wednesday, June 5 Chicken Caesar salad, pasta salad, tropical fruit, breadsticks. Thursday, June 6 Hawaiian chicken, rice, broccoli, baby carrots, banana. Friday, June 7 BBQ chicken leg qtr., spinach, potato salad, tropi­ cal fruit, combread. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, June 3 Sliced turkey and Cheddar cheese, three bean salad, tropical fruit, bun. Tuesday, June 4 Tuna pasta salad, broccoli raisin salad, pineapple, crackers. Wednesday, June 5 Cottage cheese, pea and cheese salad, applesauce, peanut butter crackers. Thursday, June 6 Italian chopped salad, pasta salad, Mandarin oranges, crackers. Friday, June 7 Egg salad, black bean and tomato salad, citrus sections, bun. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, June 3 Pork cutlet and gravy, stuffing, sweet potatoes, asparagus, orange. Tuesday, June 4 Meatloaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, stewed tomatoes, apple crisp, cookie. Wednesday, June 5 Potato crunch pollock, macaroni and cheese, peas and carrots, coleslaw, apple­ sauce. Thursday, June 6 Hawaiian chicken, rice, broccoli, diced carrots, banana. Friday, June 7 BBQ chicken thigh, spinach, seasoned potatoes, prunes, granola bar. Activities Calendar Monday, June 3 Hastings: PATH Class (1)13:30; June Birthday Party; TV Strings; Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; Painting with Bob 1 p.m. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, June 4 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold (2) 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, June 5 Hastings: Music with Sam; Cards; Euchre 12:30 p.m. Delton: BP Checks; Reminiscence. Thursday, June 6 Hastings: Tigers Watch Party 1 p.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Barcroft’s Boogie 10:30. Delton: Puzzles/ Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, June 7 - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Sing-A­ Long; Visiting. RAILSIDE M STORAGE 1/MfT S/ZES ro Choose From Plus Warehouse Space I Contact... M66 Tire 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66 Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 616-374-1200 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple VaHey News’ Saturday, June 1, 2Q13 — Page 9 Memories Past A look back at Memorial Days of the past Memories ofthe Past arti­ Memories of the Past pub­ photo review depicting those cle by the late Susan lished May 28, 1980, traced early memorial events that Hinckley first appeared in Nashville’s first observance have become part ofthe his­ the Maple Valley News May of Decoration Day. In tory and tradition ofthe vil­ 31, 1983. She wrote: A today’s column, wepresent a lage.) Parading south on Nashville’s Main Street about 1911 are members of the OddFellows, an organization that frequently participated in early Decoration Day observances with the Knights of Pythias and the Masonic Order. Each tried to outdo the other in pomp and circumstance. Nashville’s first official observance of Memorial Day appears to have been in 1886. The earliest such events were sponsored locally by Jefford’s Post, Grand Army of the Republic, assisted by the Women’s Relief Corps. School-children also played a big role in the parades and helped decorate graves. Autos of the era line up westbound on Sherman Street for this 1916 parade in Nashville. Visible (left) is the old brick post office on Main Street that now houses Dairy Delite. Upstairs was the office of Citizens Telephone Company. After the summer house was built in 1909 in Putnam Park, Decoration Day parades often commenced in that area. The new cement block structure was used as a speak­ er’s platform for memorial ceremonies. Prior to that time, parades sometimes started on Washington Street near the old school (now the site of Kellogg School). Baseball games played by village teams and a season-opening dance at the Thornapple Lake pavilion were other traditional Memorial Day events enjoyed by earlier generations of Nashville residents. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: Many of the graves at Nashville’s Lakeview Cemetery are marked with stones designed and sold by Walter B. Stillwell, seen in this 1909 photo with his daughter Luna, on the porch of their home at 218 Francis St. Lakeview Cemetery was the ter­ mination point of early local Decoration Day parades. Flowers, wreaths and flags dec­ orated graves there. Today, graves of veterans are still marked by local VFW and the Nashville Fire Department places flags on those of departed firemen. All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275; 06799959 The Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Transfer station will now be open from 9am until 5pm on Saturdays until further notice starting June 1, 2013. Any questions please call: 517-852-9479 or 269-758-3596. Lorna L. Wilson, MMC C-MG-N Transfer Board Clerk 06813526 IO MB. FARM BUREAU INSURANCE* Mic&gaitS fusuraxce CoMfxuuj- Lynn Denton 139 W. State Street Hastings The Family of... Mark A. Siple Would like to thank everyone,for theirprayers, cards, flowers, food, all the expressions oflove and sympa­ thy during our loss. Thank you alsofor the contribu­ tions to Community Hospice and 4-HFood Shack. A special Thank You to Pray Funeral Home, oj Charlotte, for all their compassion. Pastor David Isemingerfor the time he had spent with Mark and ourfamily, his comforting words given to all ofus. The Ladies Club of Vermontvillefor providing the after service dinner. And especially to our Angels that God has placed on this earth. I cannot express the love in my heartfor how much you meant to Mark and I during those last five weeks. Bonnie & Russ Laverty, Joe Milligan, Mark & Vicki Lawless, Scott & Ruth Haigh, Merle & Marline Martin, Kenny Cowell, Bud Ommen, Chris Rumsey, Vermontville Lions Club, Matthew & Jessica Norton, Joshua & Jenelle Norton, Dan Siple, Mike & Michele Siple, Paul Cambell, Bob & Lois Siple, Barbara Pardo, Rose Long, All the nurses at Sparrow Hospital too numerous to name. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads! NOTICE Thank Z/oa 269-945-4520 ldenton@fbinsmi.com theLynnDentonAgency.com Thankyou, to all ofyoufor the many shoulders that I was given to cry on, and the hundreds ofhugs I was given. To live in a small community, one would be amazed how much love there is. I would never want to be anywhere else. Thank you, �Page 10 — Just Say 'As Miwf»d in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, June i, 2013 Pair of Lions will continue season at regional tourney The team season is over, but a pair of teammates, still have some golf to play Maple Valley's Ryan Mudge and Rage Sheldon will compete in Thursday's 3 Division Regional Tournament at The Medalist in Olivet after placing among the six individual regional qualifiers at Wednesday's district tournament at The Highlands in Grand Rapids Lion head coach Spring Javor said her team put on a good showing at the tourna­ ment. The Lions fired a team score of 370, which put them in eighth place, but they were just four strokes behind sixth-place Pennficld. fhe top six teams and top six individuals not on those teams at the district tourna­ ment earned spots in the regional. Mudge was 13th individu­ Maple Valley’s Andrew Brighton drives the ball during his team's KVA double­ ally on the day with an 86 header with Parchment in Vermontville Friday (May 24). (Photo by Perry Hardin) and Sheldon 19th with a 90 to lead the Lions. That 86 was Mudge’s lowest 18-hole round of the season. Maple Valley also got a 94' from Hunter Hilton and a 100 from Jordan Denton. West Catholic won the regional title with a score of 320, followed by Portland Maple Valley’s varsity 347, Calvin Christian 355, baseball team had no trouble Delton Kellogg 363, in advancing to Saturday. NorthPointe Christian 364 The Lions will face and Pennfield 366 in the top Saranac in the Division 3 six. District Semifinals in Allendale was seventh Vermontville today (June 1) with a 360, ahead of Maple at 10 a.m. after knocking off Valley 370, Olivet 386, Fennville 10-0 in their Pre­ Parchment 389, Hopkins District contest Wednesday. 407, Saranac 409 and Hopkins and Delton Kelloggsville 459. Kellogg meet in the second Hilton was just one shot district semifinal of the day, with the district champi­ onship game to follow. The winner of Saturday's district tournament advances to the regional tournament at lensing Catholic June 8. Maple Valley closed out the Kalamazoo Valley Association season by split­ ting its doubleheader with Maple Valley senior Parchment in Vermontville Keegan Yost placed third in Friday. the discus and sixth in the The Lion varsity baseball shot put at the 2013 Greater team took the opener 4-1 Lansing Honor Roll Meet of behind a strong pitching per­ Champions Wednesday at formance from Austin Holt. Gonser. Yost was one of four Lion third baseman Sammy Benedict fires towards Gonser struck out 12, Maple Valley athletes who first after checking a runner back at second base during while allowing five hits and earned a spot in the annual three walks in the complete­ his team's doubleheader with Parchment Friday (May meet, which is a showcase as 24) In Vermontville. (Photo by Perry Hardin) game effort. well as a tune-up for the state Parchment took game two, finals which will be held this behind the solid outing on the mound from Tim Pestoor. Pestoor struck out weekend around Grand six, while walking two and Rapids. Yost will be a part of the Division 3 State Finals at giving up four hits. The Lions had seven hits Comstock Park High School today (June 1), along with in the two games. Maple Valley ends the fellow Honor Roll Meet parKVA season with a 10-8 ticipants Hanna Kyle and Jessica Rushford from the Maple Valley youths, from noon to 1 p.m. at the record. Lion girls’ team. from first to eighth grades high school football field. are invited to flag and tackle For more information, call football and cheerleading Jason Murton, 517- 204­ sign-ups Saturday, June 1, 6402. Valley will take on Saranac in district semifinals today Maple Valley's Ryan Mudge tees off on the par-4, 13th hole at The Highlands Golf Club Wednesday dur­ ing the Division 3 District Tournament. back of Allendale’s Thom Kuklewski, who fired a 93 to earn the last of the six indi­ vidual regional qualifying spots. The other individual qualifiers included Austin Cox From Parchment who was the day’s second-best golfer, firing a 77; Olivet’s Keagan Carpenter who shot an 81; and Allendale’s Ian Phifer who shot an 86. Sam Weatherhead led West Catholic to the district title, shooting an 81. The Falcons also got a 79 from Adam Rooney, an 84 from Kennedy Ryan and 85s from Anthony Marzolf and Tom Quain. Rooney’s 84 put him in third place individually. Delton Kellogg’s Sarah Shipley, Portland’s Rhet Schrauben, Calvin Christian’s Blake VerWoert and Carpenter from Olivet tied for fourth with 81 s. Lions compete against the Lansing area’s top athletes Youth football, cheerleading sign-up is today Call for Maple Valley classified ads Phone 945-9554 or 1-809-879-7985 any time! Yost threw the discus 148 feet 2 inches Wednesday, finishing behind Olivet’s Quintan Harris (156-7.5) and Fowlerville’s Adam Coon (156-3.5). Yost was sixth in the shot put with a mark of 49-3.5. Coon took the shot put at 56-4. The Lion boys’ team also had pole vaulter Robbie Welch competing in the meet He was sixth in his event, clearing the bar at 120. Eaton Rapids’ Alex Fast took the pole vault title, clearing 14-0. Rushford matched Yost’s third place finish, in the girls’ 1600-meter run. She finished the race in 5 minutes 18.95 seconds, finishing just over half a second behind runner-up Aracelli Leon from Ionia. Meg Darmofal, a sophomore from Mason, set a new meet record in the race by finishing in 4:55.15. Kyle placed seventh in the 100-meter hurdles, hitting the finish line in 16.64 sec­ onds. Okemos’ Ashlynn Schiro won that race in 15.00, and later set a meet record in the 300 meter low hurdles with her time of 43.97. Kyle will compete in both races at the D3 state finals, where she and Rushford will also be joined by pole vaulter Jadelyn Stewart. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 1,2013 — Page 11 Lions fall to Pennfield in D3 district semifinal Maple Valley’s varsity girls’ soccer team had its season ended by a Kalamazoo Valley Association rival Thursday. Pennfield topped the Lions 8-0 in the Division 3 District Semifinals at Lansing Catholic Central. The Panthers will meet Marshall in the district final Saturday, as the Redhawks topped future Lion league rival Leslie 2-0 in the other semifinal. Pennfield got two goals from Lindsey Shive. Madison Rench added a goal and two assists. Sam Tuttle added two assists. Hanna Boles, Mariah Childress, Elizabeth Jarrard, Baylee Shelton and Lexi Thurston had the other Pennfield goals. Jarrard also had an assist. Pennfield reached the dis­ trict semifinals by knocking off the host Cougars 3-2 in the opening round of the state tournament. Maple Valley shortstop Elizabeth Wetzel fires a throw to first base during game two of the Lions’ doubleheader with Parchment in Nashville Friday (May 24). (Photo by Perry Hardin) Fennville tops Lion softball in first tournament contest hi taj (J® * tajiSuta “kta Wfaitta ■•®w’5 fthlig’s Sri r|kii ffijtj. Maiih 4ib Sdnta. fikj 4 ta’>fc«K » W aiCwsf^te sai BfiiteMili mMiniw rir. itai L rinai** •JILjffli ’!! * * O»* »* 0 Fennville ended the Maple Valley varsity softball sea­ son Wednesday, topping the host Lions 7-0 in their Pre­ District contest. The Blackhawks scored all the runs they would need in the top of the first, taking a 2-0 lead. They went on to add two runs in the third, one in the fourth and two more in the top of the seventh. Taylor Medina took the loss in the circle for Maple Valley, walking nine and allowing five hits. She struck out four. Only two of the seven runs against her were earned. Mazalenna Rhodes had the only two hits for the Lions. Medina drew her team’s only walk. Lindsay Cossey earned the win for Fennville, striking out 13 Lion batters. Fennville will face Saranac in the second of two district semifinal games in Nashville today (June 1). Delton Kellogg faces Hopkins in the first at 10 a.m. The Lions end the year Maple Valley’s Jordan Woodman puts her bat on the with a record of 3-22. They were 1-17 in the Kalamazoo ball during game two against Parchment Friday after­ Valley Association. noon in Nashville. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Parchment- topped Maple Valley in the final two KVA Parchment took game two Panthers’ 20 runs were contests of the season last 20-0 in three innings. earned. Friday in Nashville. Lion pitcher Alivia Medina had a pair of hits The Panthers took game Johncock struck out two and to pace the Lion offense. one 12-0 in five innings. walked two. She allowed 14 Johnson and Maggie Semrau Timara Burd and hits. Only eight of the had one each. Michaela Johnson had the two hits for the Lions in the loss. Medina struck out three and walked six, while allow­ ing 11 hits and seven earned runs in five innings. Youth girls basketball through fifth grade and those camps will be held at Maple entering sixth through eighth Valley High School June 10­ grade will be in separate 14 for girls entering first groups. The sessions for each COBB WELL DRILLING through eighth in the fall. will run from 9 a.m. until 11 The cost to participate is a.m. each day. . (REPAIR Contact Maple Valley var­ $25. Each players will • 7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired receive a T-shirt and basket­ sity girls’ basketball coach • Service On Submersible Pumps Landon Wilkes with any ball. 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Elizabeth Rushford plays taps at Lakeview Cemetery during the Memorial Day celebration in Nashville to honor those who paid the ultimate price. ruuo Uermontuille • Cole Hansbarger, Owner 1517-490-1287J ■06813548 Facebook I Veterans lead the Memorial Day parade in Vermontville, followed bv the Maole Valley High School Band. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-06-08.pdf 01d7d1f6c21a5b11f90daab1ccbaa9df PDF Text Text MAPLE A f * Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 23, June 8, 2013 Graduates reminisce, gather advice and celebrate by Shari Carney Staff Writer Friends and family mem­ bers gathered Friday to honor the Maple Valley Class of2013 in a very warm gymnasium where Principal Todd Gonser explained that a storm prediction led to the decision earlier in the day to move the festivities indoors. The decision did not diminish the energy andd enthusiasm of graduates,a, which Superintendent Ronna Steel referred to as “palpa­ ble.” Steel offered her con­ gratulations to each of'the Michelle Falcon to head Maple Valley Schools by Shari Carney Staff Writer . Michelle Falcon, who has worked previously with Lakewood and Hastings school district and most recently served as a consult­ ant at Maple Valley, will step into the role of interim superintendent ♦ for Maple Valley Schools' this month. Current superintendent Ronna Steel has accepted the position to head the Barry Intermediate School District. Falcon will train part­ time with Steel before assuming the full-time interim position June 20. Steel will begin her tenure as BISD superintendent on July 1. “She can hit the ground running,” said Steel of Falcon, “She’s been doing our staff evaluations for the past year as a consultant.” In the past year, Steel added, Falcon has been building relationships at Maple Valley and knows the resources of the district, who to call and what to ask. Michelle Falcon The Maple Valley School Board wants a strong aca­ demic foundation and has cited Falcon’s experience and strong background in curriculum. “I’m quite excited,” said April Heinze, Maple Valley School Board president. “Michelle’s experience and knowledge of the district is very beneficial to continue our momentum in moving forward with our visions.” Falcon was hired by Hastings Area Schools in August 2010 as assistant superintendent and served as interim superintendent the following year. During her time in Hastings, she drew support from adminis­ tration, teachers, custodi­ ans, bus drivers and other support personnel, parents and residents. Falcon has also served as curriculum director and ele­ mentary principal in the Lakewood School District. “She’s very excited about coming here,” said Steel. “She sees the potential at Maple Valley and the great things that are happening here.” “I’m so excited,” echoed Falcon in a conservation with the Maple Valley News Wednesday. “This is a per­ fect opportunity anyone would love to have.” Evaluating the staff over the 2012-13 school year, Falcon said she has had the opportunity to be in each classroom three times and is familiar with the district. “This is an exciting time,” she said. On a very warm evening the Maple Valley Class of 2013, friends and family members gather in the high school gymnasium for commencement Friday, May 31. class’ 110 members and encouraged them to thank parents, work hard and make dreams come true. “You’ve made a differ­ ence,” said Steel. “You were put on Earth to improve it ... Today is the day you say ‘goodbye’ to many friends — stay in touch..The world is full of opportunities. Stay steadfast.” Representatives of the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation, Rose Heaton, Kyle Booher and Emily Mater, presented $22,000 in awards to gradu­ ates, including the William and Jarene Fox Family Award to Rodney Bement; Alice Keihl Award to Meghann Zank; Dorothy Edmonds Award to Jessica Rushford; Delmar and Thelma Carr Award to Mathew Wehr; Tony Welch, Cody Myers, Abby Dunkelberger Award to Richards, Taylor Mund, Garret Mater; Lloyd J. and Brooke Dickinson, Hailey Frances H. Eaton Award to Bennett, Nick Iszler and Ryan Tyler; Wayne Fuller Adam Dickinson. . The 2013 Alumni Award to Patricia Grinage; Elizabeth Good Award to Scholarships were presented Caitlin Hodack; Duane and to Joseph Benedict, class of and Michael Ruth Ann Hamilton Award 2012, to Aimee Hamilton; Burr Chapman, class of 2007. The 2013 Dorothy Hartenburg Award to Gretchen Hakenjos; H. Hugh Edmonds Continuing Award Hickok Award to Alivia was given to Zoanne Siple, Johncock; Valerie Edmonds class of 2012. Nate VanStee sang “A Linter Award to Makayla Dickinson; Hinman H. Summer Evening.” Another Sackett Award to Sydney musical selection, “I Can Go Khouri; John Kent Award to the Distance,” was per­ Dale Laverty; Zemke Family formed by the duet of Robbie Scholarship to Garrett Miller Welch and Sydney Khouri. Garret Mater, class presi­ and the Nashville Housing Corporation Award to Nate dent, read recollections from kindergarten through high VanStee. Additional senior awards school, which brought laughwere given to Colton Parish­ See GRADUATES, pg. 6 Miller, Siera Rose, Robert Lions win first district championship since 2001 by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Trust has been one of the b’ig keys to the success for this Lions’ team, which won its program’s first district championship since 2001 Saturday. Maple Valley varsity baseball coach Bryan Carpenter said each of his guys knows that they and their teammates are all capa­ ble of getting done what needs to be done. Kyle Brumm needed to See CHAMPIONS, pg. 15 In This Issue Maple Valleys Valley’s varsity baseball team celebrates its first district championship since 2001 in Vermontville Saturday after knocking off Hopkins 13-3 in the Division 3 District Final. The Lions will face Calvin Christian in the Division 3 Regional Semifinals at noon today (June 8) at Municipal Park in East Lansing. Regional host Lansing Catholic takes on Olivet in the first semifinal of the day Saturday, beginning at 10 a.m. (Photo by Perry Hardin) • Vermontville Township aids Safe Routes to School • Eaton treasurer’s office issues $5.4 million in delinquent tax payments • Lions’ Sheldon edged in playoff for final state qualifying spot • Lion senior Rushford just misses l medal in mile �Page 2 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday. June 8 2013 Valley Rally and car show to hit the streets of Nashville Runners and walkers take to the streets in Nashville the morning of the annual car show for a 5K. Fireworks will flare Friday by Shari Carney GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. p ► Staff Writer In a tradition dating back to the year 2000 the annual car show in Nashville is set for Saturday, June 15 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. However Valley Rally events begin as early as Tuesday with a music revue of 50s and 60s rock *n roll by the Blue Water Rockers. The group will be playing on the library lawn of Putnam District ^Dianas T^aoe The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday .E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 Library, 6:30 p.m. launching the free summer concert series known as Lyrics on the Lawn. In case of rain the concert will be at Main Street Theatre. Friday evening, softball tournaments begin at Riverside Park, 6 p.m. Grace Community Church hosts its annual karaoke night from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Organizers assure there will be food, singing, games and great family fun, all free to the community. Fireworks will light up the night sky at dusk behind the stores. Vehicles of all shapes and sizes including motorcycles and tractors will begin lining Main Street early Saturday morning. Registration for a 5K run/walk is from 7 to 7:45 a.m. behind the stores. The fire station on Main Street is hosting a pancake breakfast from 7 to 11 a.m. Lyrics on the Lawn ] Bring your lawn chair & meet your neighbors at Putnam District Library Tuesdays at 6:30 327 North Main Street Nashville, Ml 49073-9578 June 11 th, Blue Water Rockers Valley Rally Kick Off! A 50’s & 60’s rock-n-roll band will entertain with rock-n-roll that all generations can appreciate. They will set the mood for car show weekend with a set filled with auto-themed tunes. June 1 Sth, Thornapple Valley Dulcimer Society In addition to dulcimers, the group has members who play guitars, bass, mandolins, autoharps, mountain dulcimers, musical saw, and other instruments. June 25th, Ionia Community Band More than 30 musicians from 17 cities & towns across Mid and West Michigan will entertain with a variety of music. July 2nd, Bows *n Buddies A group of bowed instruments is joined by their “buddies” to create an eclectic sound, playing various musical genres. I Vehicles of all shapes and styles line Main Street in Nashville the Saturday before Father’s Day for the annual classic and antique car show. This year will be the 13th show Saturday, June 15. for the hungry. Directly across the street the Friends of Putnam District Library is hosting a silent auction of painted chairs on the lawn of the library. The Friends will also have a book sale inside the library and kids art activities are available from the Thomapple Arts Council. For the sports enthusiast the softball tournament con­ tinues at Riverside Park. The Nashville Area Citizens Coalition is spon­ soring a craft show which will be in the parking lot adjacent to Maple Valley Pharmacy. NACC is also hosting a raffle of art work by three local artists. Tickets will be available the day of the event and may be pur­ chased in advance. The Maple Valley Community Center of Hope is hosting a silent auction with all proceeds to go to the programs of the center. Car show organizers will have dash plaques for the first 200 vehicle entries and over 50 awards given includ­ ing the coveted “Best of Show.” Hundreds of door prizes have been donated by area- sponsors p and will be given away throughout the day and a 50/50 raffle is ongoing with two drawings, at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. in Central Park. . Food vendors will be in Central Park from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a Variety of offer­ ings and village-wide garage sales will be available for the bargain savvy. For more information on the car show contact Ralph Rasey, 517-285-3693. For NACC craft show and art raffle contact Shirley Dexter, 517-852-0276. Penny hockey winner named Eli Nelson, a student in Josh Meersma’s class, wins the fifth grade Penny Hockey Tournament. Challenger Dalton Hosey and Nelson rose to the top of more than 71 competitors to reach the finals. Nelson took the best of five series, receiving a penny hockey board, candy and the tournament bracket to keep as a memento. June 7, 8 & 9 SPECIAL: July 9th, Shannon Hughes No Family Left Indoors: Listen & Paint With guidance from this talented vocalist, explore your creativity while painting with your neighbors. July 16th, What Four Be entertained by this female quartet and accompanist whose sound ranges from traditional sacred to barbershop with a mix of classical and standards. V(■h Vr- iUnUn BARGAIN twilight DflllY 4:00-6:00 PM ' excludes Digital 3D Q Ho passes (5) stadium Seating SHOWTIMES 6/8-6/13 The show must go on! RAIN LOCATION ... Main Street Theatre, 301 N. Main St. Advertising sponsorship provided by Daniels Funeral Home - Nashville. 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Saturday Noon-9pm Sunday �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, June 8,2013 — Page 3 Eaton treasurer’s office issues $5.4 million in delinquent tax payments to local governments Blue Water Rockers jump start Lyrics on the Lawn Eaton County Treasurer, Bob Robinson, announced the completion of tax settle­ ment with local units and the county Monday, June 3. The resulting payments to local governments, school dis­ tricts, and special assessment districts for delinquent real property taxes totaled more than $5.4 million, and will be mailed to local municipali­ ties and taxing authorities by Monday, June 10. State law requires local governments to collect prop­ erty taxes until March 1 each The Blue Water Rockers return to launch the first in a Lyrics on the Lawn series Tuesday, June 11, at 6:30 p.m. Organizers say all generations will enjoy and appreciate the 50s and 60s rock ‘n’ roll music the band plays. Lyrics on the Lawn is a free music series sponsored by the Friends of Putnam District Library. The concert will be on the library lawn. In case of inclement weather, the venue will be Main Street Theatre, 301 N. Main St. in Nashville. Summer reading program begins in Vermontville Library receives grant and increases specials ‘Dig into Reading’ kicks off the Vermontville Township Library’s summer program at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 11, by preparing and planting container gardens. Participants will choose seeds or plants and chart the growth throughout the sum­ mer. Participants will also make a greenhouse glove and stepping stone for a home garden. The library has received a grant from the Capital Region Community Foundation. This funding will add several additional programs to the 20 J 3 sched­ ule, including visits from the Kalamazoo Nature Center. The center will present two programs on fossils. Another program will be presented by Dynamic School Assemblies ‘Dinosaurs to Reptiles.’ This is an interactive program with animals, bones, fossils, and artifacts. T John Ball Park Zoo, is slated to bring a live animal presentation to the library. The grant also provided enough funding to renew the public viewing license need­ ed to show movies in the Opera House. Programs in June include: ’• Tuesday, June 18, Bugs for Your Garden — partici­ pants will build a worm house, adopt a worm, and then have worm races • Tuesday, June 25, “Jack and the Beanstalk,” a liveaction family comedy. • Tuesday, July 2, Garden Art -T-- participants will design a growing sculpture, and make a ■ rockin’ -project for your garden. In conjunction with the weekly programs, partici­ pants are encouraged to reg­ ister for the reading chal- lenge. Materials may be picked up at the kick-off event. ‘Dig in and Read’ presents reading-challenges, encouraging readers to explore many areas of the library. A dollar value has been given to different genres and reading levels, and readers will accumulate funds by using a checkbookstyle program, with deposit slips for book tracking, and checks to purchase rewards. Funds can be saved to buy prizes donated by local busi­ nesses and organizations from the auction held at the wrap-up party, or be used each month for other rewards. Registration for the reading challenge is encouraged however readers may join the challenge any time during the summer. More information on all events and the reading challenge are avail­ able in the library. year. After March 1, the administered by the treasur­ county treasurer must “pur­ er. This allows local taxing chase” delinquent taxes from units to get property tax rev­ local governments within the enues now rather than wait­ county by paying the taxes ing until the delinquent taxes owed so that the schools, are paid. 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(Dean) Monroe Fort of Nashville; sister, Betty Cemetery. was being held for local pub­ Funeral arrangements have Brunette, Detroit; five grand­ lic hearings anct re-consider­ children; 14 great grandchil­ been entrusted to Daniels ation by the newly elected dren; and one great great Funeral Home, Nashville. township board. Please visit our website at grandchild. Following a public hear­ Muriel served in the www.danielsfuneralhome.net ing, introduction of corre­ United States Navy duringfor further details. spondence and a community survey, the consensus discus­ sion was to honor the origi­ nal approval. The Eaton County Road She is survived by her 49073. This was her “safe children, Bobbi (Greg) haven” and her family is pro­ Hoefler, Jeff (Sonia) Routt; foundly grateful to their barru Counfu grandchildren, Markelle staff. Respecting Doris’ wishes, (Jason) Murton, Jason (Casey) Hoefler;; great­ cremation has taken place grandchildren, Sam, Megan, and a private family service Chandler, Callan, Nolan and will be held. Arrangements by Girrbach Eric and nephews, Tom Routt and Rick (Susan) Funeral Home, please visit our website at www.girRoutt. Barry County Memorial contributions rbachfuneralhome.net to sign Commission on Aging may be made to The Flower the online guest book or to Menu and Activities House of Nashville, 9950 S. leave a memory or message Friendship Sites Clark Rd., Nashville, MI for the family. Congregate Menu Muriel G.(F.) Sutter NASHVILLE, MI Muriel G. (F.) Sutter, age 88, of Nashville, formerly of Springfield, MO, passed away June 1, 2013. Muriel was bom on May 22, 1925, in Detroit. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Geraldine (Duryea) Fournier; two sisters, Rosemary and Doris; first husband, Gordon G. Grant, Doris M. Routt NASHVILLE, MI - Doris M. Routt, age 86, of Nashville, passed away June 2, 2013 at The Flower House of Nashville. . Doris was bom on May 3, 1927 in St. Louis, MO, the daughter of Florenz and Winifred (Koetter) Feager. Doris was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Routt; parents, Florenz and Winifred Feager; brothers, Kennett Allen and John Allen. Commission will act as the project administrator, with major concessions on vari­ ous fees. Maple Valley High School has raised the additional local match, much of which comes from the Thomapple Trail Association located in Barry County. The grant will pave a por­ tion of the trail, providing safe routes for students along an abandoned railroad bed. Students in Jeff Seavolt’s building trades classes at Maple Valley restored an abandoned railroad bridge and built a canoe launch area in conjunction with the trail project. John Greenslit, Eaton County parks director, said in a press release, “This remaining piece of local funding signals the opportu­ nity to initiate project plan­ ning and completion. The combination of the Eaton County Road Commission, County Commission, Maple Valley High School, Vermontville Township, Thomapple Trail Association and local citizen support may become a model for non-mOtorized trail development and collabora­ tive efforts. Congratulations to all.” Commission on Aging Menu Call 269-945-9554 for Mame Valley News ads Monday, June 10 Tilapia, wild rice, peas and carrots, cauliflower, orange. Tuesday, June 11 Tuesday, June 11 Swiss steak, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, Brussels sprouts, fruit crisp, granola bar. Thursday, June 13 Friday, June 14 Roast beef, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, spinach, banana, rolls. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, June 10 Cheddar, cheese, potato salad, tropical fruit, club crackers. Tuesday, June 11 Italian pasta salad, pea and cheese salad, Mandarin oranges, crackers. Wednesday, June 12 Hard boiled eggs, carrot raisin salad, applesauce, gra­ nola bar. Goodman* Thursday, June 13 Air Conditioning & Heating (thicken Caesar salad, pasta salad, citrus sections, crackers. LET US CLEAN AND SANITIZE YOUR DUCTWORK WITH OUR ROTOBRUSH ____ DUCT CLEANING SYSTEM!! Friday, June 14 Sliced ham and Cheddar Wednesday, June 12 Hamburger, baby baked potatoes, green beans, bun, fruit punch juice. Friday, June 14 Roast beef, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, spinach, bread pudding, banana. - Hastings: PATH Class (2) 1­ 3:30; Music with Sam; Card The Vermontville Lions Club is sponsoring an ice cream social in memory of Mark Siple from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 22, in the vil­ lage square. Ice cream, fun activities for kids and music are Our Family Serving Yours** (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 Lake Odessa Nashville onlwregistfationnxKilwcompIfirtwrthinbOdanofimUlUiftm Onhnfre^iraiionftnotreqaurtmCililofniaorQuebec ©2011 fata Uawfadutiitg Company, LP, Mon, Tea Thank goodness for Goodman? § g 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 •k. (517)852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville Scott A. Daniels ~ s& Family Owner/Manager 06799907 06799907 _____ 11 - Wednesday, June 12 - Hastings: Music with Sam; Card Making; Euchre 12:30 p^m.; Community Garden Kickoff 2 p.m. Delton: Mini Massage; Reminiscence. Woodland: Sing-a-Long. June 13 - Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30. Delton: Puzzles/ Trivia. Nashville: Mini Massage; TV Time. Friday, June 14 Hastings: Father’s Day Party 10:30 a.m.; Exercise 9 a.m.; Writing 9 a.m. Woodland: Mini Massage; Sing-A-Long; Visiting. Ice cream social is June 22 in Vermontville FROST HEATING G COOLING QUALITY, VALUE 0 SERVICE June Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold (3) 5:15 p.m. AARP Safe Driving Class. Thursday, Thursday, June 13 Mushroom chicken, wild rice, com, broccoli, apple­ sauce. Activities Calendar Monday, June 10 Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Kinship Support 1:30-3 p.m.; Mini Massage. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, Swiss steak, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, Brussels sprouts, fruit crisp, roll. New Orleans chicken, rice, tossed salad, vegetable blend, pineapple. Don’t risk paying too much to keep your home comfortable. Compare quality construction, warranty protection*, and the price of any Goodman* brand Air Conditioner. Then you’ll discover why millions are saying, “Thank goodness for Goodman. coleslaw, prunes, Tilapia, wild rice, peas and carrots, cauliflower, orange. Wednesday, June 12 AIR CONDITIONING cheese, bun. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, June 10 Hamburger, baby baked potatoes, green beans, apple­ sauce, bun. REFRESHINGLY AFFORDABLE and Schedule of Events planned for the evening. Fred Yutzy is donating the ice cream. Donations are welcomed and all proceeds will be for medical bills incurred by Siple. �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, June 8,2013 — Page 5 From the Pulpit Activities abound at Putnam library A time of new beginnings by Pastor Daniel E. Smith Vermontville Bible Church June is an awesome time of graduations and weddings. We are so proud of our loved ones who have worked so hard to graduate, who have their whole lives stretched out before them. We are so excited for our sons and daughters who enter into marriage and anticipate spending the rest of their lives together with their very best friend. We wish them all so much joy and happiness. Life is also an opportunity to know and to love the Living God with all your heart. Jesus made a profound statement when he said in Matthew 10:29-31, “Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father. And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.” God knows all about us, and we are of so much value to Him. In fact, God so loved us so much that he sent his son, Jesus, to die on a cross to make it possible for us to have a relationship with Him. As I have lived my life, I can’t even imagine life with­ out Him. He has given me the gifts of forgiveness and eternal life. God has become my friend that I can go to at any time. He has given me an incredible wife and family. He gave me an overwhelming sense of peace when I served in Iraq. In the struggles of life, he gives us wisdom to know what to do and the strength to do the right thing. Life is an opportunity, an opportunity to know the one who gave it to you. Jesus said in John 4:23 that God is seeking people to be his worshippers. June is a time of new beginnings. Every day, we have that opportunity to know God and to walk with him. W.tote to LI *!• fl Can® fa ate Mpitm sis few fern। •Al fata B MjJhIH ini teliDai'II K- iiJMMJi W Dit II to Wift e it tas:W pi [li, Im II ■ । jjasto'iW Untosli* II . Iplu^ i0itftri 'W Nominations sought for local FSA committee rep Each year, the Farm Service Agency office holds elections in one ofthree local administrative areas in the county for representation on the County FSA Committee. Nominations are now being accepted for a county committee member to repre­ sent the townships of Baltimore, Maple Grove, Barry, Johnstown and Assyria for a three-year term. County committee mem­ bers oversee administration of the local Farm Service Agency office and its pro­ grams. FSA thinks it is important that all members of the farming community participate as candidates and voters. Nomination petitions are available at the Barry County FSA office. They may also be requested by telephone, fax, or via Internet at www.fsa.usda.gov/elections . Nominations will be accepted through Aug. 1. The “Dig Into Reading” summer reading at Putnam District Library is underway. Registration is open to everyone, from preschool age to adults. “Young readers will bur­ row their way to great prizes by recording books read on an underground reading log,” said library director A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 ■ Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.* For information call 1-269-731-5194. f 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 CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School........... .9:45 a.m. Sunday: . A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship............. 11a.m. m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 w. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............................ 9:45 Morning Worship ....................11 a.m. Evening Worship............................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .......... .6:45 p.m. . . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone; 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. 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 Shauna Swantek in a press release. Teens and adults will work on their summer buck­ et list while entering to win prizes as well. In addition to many locally donated prizes, two Kindle Fire tablets will be awarded at the end of summer. Registration continues through Saturday, June 15, August 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 and reading ends Saturday, p.m. Aug. 3. June’s book discussion Programs for kids through title is Wonder by R. J. fifth grade will be Monday Palacio. mornings at 11 a.m. The first “Teens and adults are program is Monday, June 10, encouraged to read this book when kids will literally dig that challenges us to, ‘not into the library’s garden judge a book by the cover beds. Monday programs con­ nor a boy by his face,”’ said tinue until July 29. Teens in Swantek. grades six and up are invited Dessert and discussion is to attend evening events scheduled for Thursday, every other Monday begin­ June 27, at 7 p.m. Contact ning June 17. the library to request a copy Three Lego Block Party of “Wonder.” building events are open to For more information visit everyone regardless of age. the library Monday, Party guests are invited to Wednesday or Friday 10 bring something they have a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday or built to show off and then Thursday 3 to 8 p.m., or use the library’s Legos to Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. build during the party. Lego Information is also available events will be Thursday, at www.putnamlib.org and June 27, from 6 to 8 p.m., on the library’s Facebook Wednesday, July 24, from 4 page. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events June 10 June 11 June 13 June 15 June 17 June 18 June 20 June 22 June 23 Mock Dog Show (Obedience & Rally), 5 p.m. Expo Center Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center Barry County Shooting Sports Practice, 6:30 p.m., BCCC MI Jr. Holstein Assoc.’s Dairy Fun Day, 9 a.m., Moo-ville Creamery 4-H Point Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center Mandatory Poultry Meeting, 11 a.m., at 5325 S. Charlton Park Rd., Hastings Poultry Clinic, following the Mandatory Meeting, 5325 S. Charlton Park Rd., Hastings Poultry Development Committee Meeting, following the Poultry Clinic, see above address Mandatory Poultry Meeting, 6:30 p.m., 4145 E. Orchard St., Delton Barry County Shooting Sports Practice, 6:30 p.m., BCCC Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Rabbit Tattooing, 9 a.m., Expo Center Open Speed Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES Savannah Shilton, (from left) library aide, discusses summer plans at Saturday’s Dig Into Reading event while Ezekiel Carney; siblings, Noah, Gideon and Ben Scott; and Christie Brooks are decorating sand pails. Library aide Kayla Thornton applies a “READ” tattoo at the request of first grader Taylor Ann Carpenter. 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone:(517)852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School............................ 9:45 a A.M. Service.................................... 11 a P.M. Service...................................... 6 Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte Located on the comer of State and Washington streets one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. .Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Worship Service ............ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Wed. 5:30 p.m...................Family Supper 6:00-7:15........................... Pioneer Club Sunday School ...................... 10 a.m. SundayS oAo.Ml. Service .’ Sun: 9:00 11:15 10: 00 Church S rvPic.Me. Service 6 11: 00 Fellowship PASTOR GEORGE GAY Hours: Monday - Friday 9-6 • Saturday 9-5 EwingLandscaping@yahoo.com QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West W.orship . .11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 | ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.............. .9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermdntville 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 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. KALAM0 UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship 5715 South M-66, Nashville • 517-852-1864 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH . Last Chancefor Vegetables & Annuals! RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship..................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517) 852-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 - Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 8, 2013 Early commencements revive memories from the past Memories of the Past This Memories ofthe Past published in June 1980 told article by the late Susan the story ofNashville’sfirst Hinckley first appeared in high school graduation, the Maple Valley News June staged at the local Methodist 7, 1983. She wrote: A church in 1887. This week, a Memories ofthe Past column photo review of early com- mencement events revives memories ofthe days when a typical NHS graduating class numberedfromfour to 14.) Nashville’s 1884-85 Union School had a three-year high school curriculum when the first seniors graduated in 1887. There was no commencement in 1890, the year the high school course was expanded to four years. This schoolhouse burned in February 1902 and was replaced the same year with a similarly styled brick building — which was later torn down after school consolidation in the 1960s. The first alumni banquet and reunion of Nashville High School was staged the year this class graduated. The class of 1893 is seen here as juniors. Pictured are (front row, from left) Fernie Lentz, Myrtle Smith, Professor O.M. McLaughlin, Edward Smith, (back) Eva Brumm, Maude Hough, Ora Smith and Alvah Bivens. All but Ora Smith graduated with the class. Other 1893 graduates not seen in photo are Harry Dickinson and Frank Lentz. Elsie Mayo of Nashville’s Class of 1892 typifies the traditional The 1881 Methodist Episcopal Church was the scene of Nashville’s first high dress of early girl graduschool graduation. An overflow crowd packed the sanctuary to see four members of ates. A floral garland the Class of 1887 receive diplomas. The following year, commencement exercises adorns Elsie’s white gown. were moved to the roomier opera house, which, by the turn of the century, had Boys wore dark suits. become the center of other related events, such as class night, the junior/senior Caps and gowns did not come reception and alumni banquet. come into into use use at at NHS NHS until until the 1930s. Graduates in Elsie’s day customarily j^SHVILLE ^NION ^CHOOL received floral arrange­ ments as graduation gifts, and the bouquets were displayed at commence­ graduates. ment exercises. Elsie , a/.icksmith KUA/A J. UAK11KH. holds her large rolled diploma, one of five awarded that year. Early classes were so small the BOARD OF EDUCATION. presentation of the diplo­ s• or/utno/.r, x. baubkh, . mas was often the briefest part of the ceremony. TKV.VAJf, BULL, '?> 's7'■ IT. JtOBtHTS, of Invitations to Nashville’s first graduation service June 17, 1887, carried the class motto, We Finish But to Begin.” Board of education members outnumbered the four graduates. Participating in 1he program were several junior class members and two local ministers. Hon. Joseph E. Estabrook delivered the commencement address. Diplomas were awarded by Superintendent J.W. Roberts. Since there was no school band at that early date, music for the event at the Methodist Church was furnished by the Nashville Cornet Band, a group of village musicians. Other selections were rendered by the school choir and individual students. COBB WELL DRILLING (REPAIR • 7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2" - 5” Well Drilling and Repair 30 Tears Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Uc. #1748 �Just Say ‘As Advertised m the Maple Valley News’ Saturday. June 8. 2013 — Page 7 Throw the BESTPARTY on the Block FAMILY FEATURES othing brings people together quite like a neighborhood picnic or family celebration. So, gather up neighbors, friends and family for a celebration ofgreat food and fun. Keep the food simple. Ask everyone to bring a favorite side dish so you only need to grill up the hamburgers and hot dogs. Ofcourse, you’ll also want to whip up a few special treats. What could be better than a popcorn bar? Popcorn is both good and good for you. It’s a whole grain food that is not only low in calories but also makes a great addition to many recipes. Because, sometimes, a sweet indulgence is just what you need. Set out large bowls ofpopcorn along with shakers ofgarlic salt, cumin, lemon pepper, dry taco seasoning mix and Parmesan cheese for extra flavor. Add dried fruit, nuts, pretzel sticks, grated cheese and chocolate chips for a make-your-own trail mix option. Complete the popcorn bar with a few sweet surprises like delicious desserts made with freshly popped com. For more creative recipes, visit www.popcorn.org. Double Chocolate Popcorn Balls Double Chocolate Popcorn Balls Grab and Go Pizza Popcorn Yield: 1/2 1/2 1/4 18 balls cup sugar cup corn syrup cup butter or margarine 2 tablespoons cocoa powder 8 cups freshly popped popcorn 1 cup milk chocolate candies Combine sugar, com syrup, butter and cocoa in medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Add popcorn, stirring until evenly coated. Remove from heat. Stir in milk chocolate candies. Cool slightly. Shape into 2-inch balls. Grab and Go Pizza Popcorn Yield: 6 quarts quarts popped popcorn Olive oil cooking spray cup grated Parmesan cheese teaspoons garlic salt teaspoons paprika tablespoon Italian seasoning Place popcorn in a large, sealable plastic container (or in a 2.5-gallon plastic sealable bag). Spray popcorn lightly with cooking spray. Sprinkle cheese, garlic salt, paprika and Italian seasoning over popcorn and shake to distribute evenly. To serve, scoop popcorn into reusable plastic cups. Perfect Picnic Popcorn Squares Perfect Picnic Popcorn Squares 12 squares cup light corn syrup cup sugar cup brown sugar cup reduced fat peanut butter 8 cups air-popped popcorn 3/4 cup raisins Cooking spray Combine com syrup, sugar, brown sugar and peanut butter in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over low heat, stirring constantly; boil 2 to 3 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat. Combine popcorn and raisins in large bowl; pour hot mixture over popcorn and toss carefully with wooden spoons to mix until well-coated. Spray 9 x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray; press popcorn mixture into pan and cool completely. Cut into squares and serve. Yield: 1 1/2 1/2 1 Sweet and Spicy Popcorn Seasoning Mix Coconut Monkey Mix Sweet and Spicy Popcorn Seasoning Mix about 4 tablespoons seasoning mix tablespoons sugar teaspoons salt teaspoon ancho chill powder teaspoon cumin teaspoon cinnamon teaspoon smoked paprika teaspoon ground coriander teaspoon cayenne quarts popped popcorn Cooking spray (helps seasoning adhere to popcorn) Stir spices together in a small bowl. Place popcorn in a serving bowl and spray lightly with cooking spray. Sprinkle about 2 teaspoons (or to taste) ofthe mix over* popcorn and toss to distribute evenly. Store leftover seasoning mix in an airtight con­ tainer for future use. Yield: 2 2 1 1 1/2 1/2 1/4 1/8 4 Coconut Monkey Mix Yield: 7 cups 1 cup flaked coconut (unsweetened or sweetened) 6 cups popped popcorn 1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted 1 teaspoon sugar 1/8 teaspoon salt Dash of nutmeg 1 cup dried banana chips Preheat oven to 325°F. Spread coconut in a 9 x 13-inch baking pan, breaking up any clumps as needed. Bake 10 minutes or until edges of coconut begin to brown. Spread popcorn over coconut and sprinkle with melted butter; toss. Sprinkle popcorn mixture with sugar, salt and nut­ meg; toss. Bake 5 minutes longer and toss with banana chips. Serve immediately or cool and store in an airtight container. �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 8,2013 GRADUATES, continued from page 1 ter and affirmative nodding of heads from the class. Second Senior Scholar VanStee said that though the future may seem scary, he was confident they would, make it if they kept going. Senior Scholar Robbie Welch told his classmates each ofthem has needed help from teachers who care and coaches who encourage. Welch acknowledged what he called the indescribable role of parents who have cared for them since birth. Welch ended by telling the class the world will be what they make of it. In a final musical number, the seniors of Da Capo Honors Choir sang “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” accompanied by director Ryan Rosin on piano with Austin Ledford playing drums. Class advisors Jassen Dowling, Mindy Schriver and Kelly Zank’s com­ mencement address took a humorous and thoughtful tone as each took turns read­ ing from a list offering insights and advice. Dowling, who has been the advisor to three different classes at Maple Valley, made a public confession. “Each class has made an impression on me,” he said. “In 2004 and 2008,1 wrote a speech for graduation, only to find out that someone else was selected by the class to give the graduation speech. 1 have never told anyone this before now. But I was always positive, believing this would be the year I would be chosen and was prepared — writing a speech that would move, inspire and make a change in the gradu­ ates’ lives.” The trio of speakers ended with, “We love you all, we are so proud of each and every one of you, and we cannot wait to see what the future brings for all of you, and believe us we will keep track, you will always be ‘our kids.’” Senior band members joined the band for a last song, “All I Can Do is Win.” Gonser said the past six years have flown by. He reminded the students of the value of hard work and hon­ esty, saying these are the keys to success. “This is the last time you will all be together as a class, cherish it.” Rose Heaton, representing the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation, presents awards totaling $22,000 to seniors during commencement exercises Friday. Recipients (from left) are Hailey Bennett, Brooke Dickinson, Taylor Mund, Abby Richards, Cody Myers, Robbie Welch, Siera Rose, Colton Parish-Miller, Nate VanStee, Garrett Miller, Dale Lavetty, Sydney Khouri, Makayla Dickinson, Alivia Johncock, Gretchen Hakenjos, Aimee Hamilton, Caitlin Hodack, Particia Grinage and Ryan Tyler. (Not pictured are, Adam Dickinson, Nick Iszler, Garret Mater, Matthew Wehr, Jessica Rushford, Meghann Zank and Rodney Bement. DaCapo seniors (from left) Lynzie Trumble, Jessica Rushford, Sydney Khouri, Ryan Tyler, Colton Parish-Miller, Tyler Hickey, Chris Steffler, Zachery GuthrieThompson, Robbie Welch, -Nate VanStee, Meghann Zank and Haley Cook sing “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” at commencement Friday. Seniors from the Maple Valley Class of 2013 decorate caps for commencement. Can yourmower do THIS? Advisors for the Maple Valley Class of 2013 (from left) Kelly Zank, Jassen Dowling and Mindy Schriver deliver the commencement address Friday. 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Saturday 06814598 Hutet Cleaners Pick-Up Station | �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, June 8,2013 — Page 9 Testimonies, music and prayers offered during baccalaureate service Pastor Izzy Young of Vermontville Congregational Church prays for the graduates during the invocation at the baccalaureate service Thursday, May 30. by Shari Carney StaffWriter Small, red New Testaments in the hands of seniors from the class of 2013, were opened to Revelations 12:10-12 during baccalaureate service Thursday in the Maple Valley High School auditorium. “Then I heard a loud voice in heaven say: ‘Now has come the salvation and the power and the kingdom of our God, and the authority of his Christ ...” read Glenn Branham, pastor of Nashville Assembly of God. , _ JJt:agLarn was accompa­ nied oyafea ministers, including Nashville Baptist Church Youth Pastor Matt Rhode, organizer ofthe serv- ice; Nashville Assembly of God Youth Pastor Audrey Potter, who offered a prayer for the graduates; and V e r m o n t v i 1 1 e Congregational Church Pastor Israel Young, who gave the invocation. Baccalaureate is an annual event that Al Metier, then pastor of the Nashville Nazarene Church, instituted. The torch was passed to Rob VanEngen, then youth pastor of Grace Community Church, and on to Rohde who continues the tradition. “This is a rarity to have this service,” said Rhode. “It is because of you [Maple Valley Schools] -and the community.” Senior Sydney Khouri ang, T Wanna Live Like Medical-Grade Laser Treatments Men: Do You Hove Unwanted Body Hair? Let Dr. Parsons at Hastings Surgeons remove that unwanted hair using the latest in laser treatment technology With the most advanced European laser technology and the only computerized laser scanner in the industry, it is the safest, fastest, most comfortable and effective laser treatment available! Nick Jones, a 2002 Maple Valley graduate, tells sen­ iors, “What you love most is what you’ll give your time to,” during the baccalaureate service Thursday. That.” Jessica Rushford, Timara Burd and Garrett Mater shared personal testi­ monies. Rushford challenged the class to “press on for perfec­ tion,” quoting Philippians 3:12. Burd reminded classmates “We are the body of Christ... no matter where you go, someone is looking up- to you." Mater exhorted the class to continue with good habits and seek out people with the same moral standards of daily prayer, Bible reading and church attendance. “We are not promised tomorrow. Why not live for Christ today?” challenged Mater. Nick Jones, a 2002 Maple Valley graduate, was intro­ duced by Rhode as an “all­ American boy, a stud athlete ... even though he wouldn’t admit it.” Jones told of his question­ ing his salvation as a boy and of the influence his cousin Kimberly (Knoll) Rodriguez had on him when she was still a child herself. “My cousin Kim was eager to win everyone to the Lord,” said Jones, who had a fear that even angels ques­ tioned his salvation. “’Nick, don’t worry. The angels might think that, but God knows better,” he recalls Kim telling him. Through the years, Jones Call 269-948-8411 today to make your appointment with Dr. Parsons. Correction: TINGS Surgeons 1005 West Green St., Hastings, Ml 49058 Call 269.948.8411 for your appointment or visit www.pennockhealth.com 202 N. Mam St,/ Sheets Chuckwagon Cafe , McKaily Bodenmuller, a 2013 Maple Valley graduate, is the recipient of the Eaton Federal Savings Bank Herbert R. Black Scholarship. Come see us during the Valley Rally... S top in for breakfast before the car show 517-852-2201 Coney Island Dog Specials Father's Day BBQ Ribs Hours: Tue - Wed Gam - 2pm • Thurs - Sat Gam - 8pm Sun Gam - 2pm • Closed Mondays Now Open Thursday Evenings Still Serving our Weekly Lunch and Dinner Specials! came to the realization that what he loved most is what he gave his time to. A mis­ sion trip to New Orleans to help victims of Hurricane Katrina proved to be eye­ opening for Jones. “The New Orleans trip was life-changing — world­ rocking amazing,” he said. Jones met his now-best Matt Rohde, youth pastor of Nashville Baptist Church, thanks Maple Valley Schools and the community for hosting a baccalaureate service in the school. friend, a man he Called Casey. A conversation with Casey caused a light to turn on for Jones. “Who cares ifpeople think you’re weird; God loves [you]. Don’t be afraid of who you are,” said Jones “ You’ll never regret living a life sold out for the Lord ... God adores you.” Moved by the talk, senior Mazalenna Rhodes stood and said she had been through a lot oftrauma in her life and urged her fellow classmates to take those tri­ als and grow in their strength with God. Jones continued, “You will never .ever fail at being a son or daughter of God.” The baccalaureate service concluded with a reception in the cafeteria for graduates, friends and family members. National Men's Hea 1 16 Good health doesn't Just happen, it starts with you! There are certain things you can do to improve your health and stay healthy. Many men don't get enough sleep. There is no magic number, but most men need between 7 and 9 hours of sleep each night. GO SmokG Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke. If you still smoke, know that quitting smoking has both immediate and long-lasting benefits. Get Regular Exercise. At least 2-3 hours each week. Try to choose exercise that raises your heart rate and strengthens muscles. Eat Healthy and avoid food and drink that is high In calories, sugar, salt and fat. Limit your alcohol consumption. Get Regular Check-Ups Regular visits to your doctor help diagnose issues early, before they become a bigger problem. Pay attention to signs and symptoms. If you notice any, call your physician. Get Vaccinated. Aduts need vaccines, too. Ask your doctor which vaccines you need to stay healthy. KnOW YOUr Numbers. Keep track of your numbers for blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, body mass index (BMI), to name a few. Your physician can tell you which tests you need and at what age. Contact the Pennock Physician Referral Line at 269.945.1749 to find a physican that is right for you! P ennock .health Services 1009 West Green St., Hastings, Ml 49058 Call 269.945.1749 for your appointment or visit www.pennockhealth.com �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 8,2013 Exotic-sounding issues keep county board meeting interesting to sell the granite. If you put it out to bid, you don’t get the highest price, so then you have to seek out a broker. We end up paying that per­ son a significant amount for their services. “We have the good for­ tune of having a majority of the product there and [addi­ tional granite] is still readily available, so we can match it. We want to do it right, and we hope, by doing so, that it will be another 50- to 100­ year solution.” Commissioners provided unanimous approval for Neeb to begin the bid solici­ tation process, after which Commissioner James Dull expressed his joy in the his­ torical preservation effort and, referring to the Barry Count Historical Society, County Societ quipped that the “hysterical society will like it, too.” When Commissioner Chair Craig Stolsonburg lightheartedly suggested that Dull may have misspoken, Dull replied “it’s okay, I’ve got friends on that board.” . “Not no more,” replied Commissioner Jon Smelker. Commissioners also pro­ vided unanimous approval for Neeb to issue bids for repair and re-shingling ofthe roof at the animal shelter. Anyone interested in learning to knit or crochet is Smelker requested that the invited to Putnam District Library Tuesday, June 11, bid invitations include provi­ from 6 to 8 p.m. Beginners and seasoned creators are sions for a possible steel roof welcome. Bring any project to work on, show off, or to solution, and Dull added sevget help with from others if needed. This is an open and eral suggestions on building social group. All are welcome. Future dates are sched- materials for Neeb to considuled for June 25 and July 9. Pictured at a recent gath- er, prompting another round ering are (from left) Jan Groner, Kathy Hause, Suzanne of chuckles. “When I need a new roof, Pufpaff, Bessie Smith, Marge Wolff and JoEllyn Reid. I’m calling you,” said Geiger to Dull who jested that his experience came from watching a video. “And, you stayed at a AUTO SERVICE CENTER Holiday—Inn Express last Four Local GM night,” topped Brown. Automotive Specialists The bid specification LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON M-79 guidelines for both the Our Diagnostic Computer Software library steps project and the is Compatible With All Makes & Models animal shelter roof repair allowed Snow to inquire about the advantages to the »ln, ASE Master Technician county of paying a winning UR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE bidder’s project cost with a by Doug VanderLaan Editor County business is never dull as Barry County Commissioners proved again at their committee of the whole meeting Tuesday when they dealt with issues related to precious stones, financial arbitrage and telecommunication configu­ rations. The precious stone in ques­ tion concerns the granite that makes up the steps at the for­ mer library building on South Church Street. Buildings and Grounds Supervisor Tim Neeb described the steps as being in disrepair and in need of immediate attention and requested approval to solicit contractor bids for repair, using as much of the current stone as possible. That elicited comments from Commissioners Ben Geiger and Joyce Snow sug­ gesting that the granite might bring an attractive price on the precious stone market. “That would be a chal­ lenge for us,” responded County Administrator Michael Brown, “because we don’t have the resources Knitting, crocheting and socializing aim oflibrary gathering DOBBIN'S ^GOagco COMPLETE Create Unique and Personalized THANK YOUS for your graduation gifts! It becomes a beautiful expression of your appreciation and momenta of this special occasion. Example: 4" x 8” Photo Card with Envelope 60* SO cards $2550 OPEN MOI([M(Y-FRIDAY 8HX) - 5:30 posed meeting schedule in signoff. form of financial arbitrage. which an 8:30 a.m. board of Snow referred to a bid meeting In other business, the commissioners contract item stating that would be held to take action committee of the whole: “discount payment within a • Approved $3,634 from on items recommended at the specified period of time will not be considered in evalua­ the diverted felons fund to committee of the whole tion of bids for award” and provide the Bounty’s portion meeting held two weeks pre­ wondered if the county ever of a 50 percent match for a viously. A second committee does bargain with vendors Department of Justice grant of the whole meeting would for a 10 percent price dis­ that will provide 15 bullet­ be held immediately follow­ count if a bill is paid within proof vests under the sher­ ing the 8:30 a.m. official iff’s department five-year board meeting to discuss and 30 days. “We stay away from that,” replacement plan. County recommend agenda items for said Brown. “It becomes a Undersheriff Bob Baker the official board meeting to little complicated with our explained that 30 sworn offi­ be held two weeks in the system, and trying to move a cers require vests in perform­ future. payment up gets a little diffi­ ing their duties and, with a Snow pointed out the pro­ cult. With the rules and regu­ five-year life, 15 of them posal would save on gasoline lations we work under and require replacement at the for commissioners, meeting with the audit coming in 30 present time. participants and attendees. It days, it’s just not something • Approved the 2013 tax would also allow a greater we want to get involved rate request form from time for commissioners to with. I wouldn’t want to Equalization Director Tim consider issues and to dis­ have a performance agree­ Vandermark. The form is cuss them with constituents. ment that we couldn’t required by the state tax Dull recommended a third honor.” commission in order for the monthly meeting ^s a means High-speed performance county to collect summer of allowing discussion of grabbed everyone’s attention taxes. Vandermark pointed issues amongst commission­ when a new telecommunica­ out that the county’s proper- ers and expressed hope to tion configuration for county ty valuation has increased have it held in the evening to offices was raised by IT 1.35 percent, which will attract a larger audience. Director David Shinavier. mean an increase in revenue Commissioner Howard After struggling for the to the county budget. “Hoot” Gibson pointed out past three years with a tele­ However, the increase was that the idea had been tried phone system that is now 14 revised downward from a for one year previously and years old, Shinavier and his previously reported 2.2 per­ meetings were even rotated staffhave patched the system cent after Vandermark told among the 16 townships in by replacing the voicemail commissioners he discov- an effort to involve more portion of the network and ered that the higher figure people, but “it was always taking whatever preparatory was based on an expansion the same people who came.” steps were possible for a hew project at Bradford White in “I still would like to see us phone system. When the Middleville, which is located offer an evening meeting for telephone world went to in a Local Finance a couple of months just to computer network transmis- Development Authority say we gave it a shot,” said sion, replacing its traditional approved and established by Snow. “I don’t know how copper wire delivery style, the Village of Middleville. you get people involved in the county began moving Property valuations and tax government.” backward in the telecommu­ revenue flow to the LFDA “You make them mad,” nications race. rather than to the county. quipped Commissioner Jim Shinavier and Brown • Discussed and took no DeYoung, “and then they described an evaluation and action on a proposal brought show up.” , , bid process in which Moss forward from a Jan. 22 Commissioners will meet Telecommunications of strategic planning meeting as a board Tuesday, June 11, Grand Rapids emerged as the recommending that commit- in the meeting chambers at recommended bidder to tee of the whole meetings the county courthouse, 220 replace the county’s tele­ and official board meetings W. State St. in Hastings phone and voicemail system be held the same day, there- beginning at 9 a.m. at a cost not to exceed by reducing the four meet­ $85,000. ShoreTel, the sys­ ings per month format to tem to be installed by Moss, two. will provide enhanced com­ Snow presented a promunication between county employees and will offer many new features that are now common in the world’s workforce. Heating 6 flir Conditioning Of the 11 responses received by the county to its Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and i financing bid posting, five companies ,N®w available flir Conditioners were chosen for interview Full Line of Indoor flir Quality Products and a county evaluation team FREE Estimates made site visits to Hastings Licensed & Insured ruud Mutual Insurance and to Pennock Hospital where I Uermontville • Cole Hansbarger, Owner updated systems are in place and operational. - “There were 10 things we Uke us on needed to have, and Cisco 106813548 EFacebook was the system of three of the vendors we interviewed,” said Brown to questions addressing concern over not choosing the better-known system. “None could assure us that they could provide those things. Bid online at “They were all top heavy www.M37auction.com on maintenance of the sys­ featuring: tem, and we have pros in the M37Auction.com county that can provide that • Art Consignment Auction maintenance for us.” • Antiques Because the phone system Caledonia purchase exceeded the • Appliances $10,000 threshold for items that require official board • Farm Equipment www.M37Auction.com approval, the recommenda­ • Tools tion was unanimously moved to next week’s offi­ (616) 871-2662 • Tapping Machine cial board meeting for final Hansbarger L517-490-1287 June 11 Auction �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, June 8, 2013 — Page 11 II si * JW M SnSO sss 3, * % l’xS hr te *k»T*S s s ’C^ '<;.ks »’■*«?* W ®,!teinnf, ,!teinnf, * Rkitei jKt ■yjk ^*1 Win ,*FjU W, , attest ifariteilg (■SOffililKt t ng srwifeiiM i» ititetatei ebe ijBjnius.3 in* I tekitajs IB iONjllui ■H Maple Valley High names its Athletes of the Week Maple Valley High School has named its entire varsity baseball team its final Athletes of the Week for the 2012-13 school year. The Lions won their district cham­ pionship in Vermontville last weekend and will be in East Lansing today (June 8) for their Division 3 Regional Tournament which is being hosted by Lansing Catholic at Municipal Park. Lions’ Sheldon edged in playoff for final state qualifying spot Maple Valley’s Rage Sheldon was one shot from earning a trip to the Division 3 Lower Peninsula State Finals as a sophomore. Sheldon fired an 81 at the Division _ 3 Regional Tournament at The Medalist in Marshall Thursday, which put him in a tie with Dowagiac’s Christian Hess for seventh individually. They were tied for the last of the- three state qualifying spots though, and went to a playoff. Both boys made par on the first play-off hole, number 18. Hess followed that up with a birdie on number one to win the playoff. Sheldon was joined at the regional by sophomore team­ mate Ryan Mudge, who fired an 89. The top three teams and top three individuals not on those teams are a spot in next weekend’s state finals. “Being sophomores, this was both Ryan and Rage’s first visit to regionals,” said Maple Valley head coach Spring Javor. “The experi­ ence has made them better players and will help them lead the team in the 2014 season.” Grand Rapids West Catholic took the regional title, after winning a district title the previous week. The Falcons’ Sam Weatherhead, last year’s individual state champion fired a 75, tying him for the best individual score of the day. The Falcons also got an 82 from Anthony Marzolf, a 78 from Tom Quain and an 87 from Adam Rooney to finish at 322 over­ all. Coloma was second with a -331' and NorthPointe Christian was third with a 333. Hess and Dowagiac just missed going to the finals as a team, shooting a 334. Pennfield was fifth with a Maple Valley’s Rage Sheldon watches a tee shot fly during Thursday’s Division 3 Regional Tournament at The Medalist in Olivet. 340, followed by Schoolcraft 350, Calvin Christian 353, Portland 354, Delton Kellogg 355, Paw Paw 365, Berrien Springs 375 and South Haven 380. Pennfield’s Garrett Day who shot a 75 and Olivet’s Keagan Carpenter who shot an 80 were the other two individual state qualifiers from the regional. Kyle Learner and Andrew Polaskey each shot 79 to lead Coloma. NorthPointe Christian got an 81 from Connor Luke. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Vermontville ZBA Zoning Variance Request Monday, June 24, 2013 • 7 p.m. Village Office Zoning request from 208 E. Main St. to erect a garage on his property 06714335 LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE FORECLOSURE NOTICE In the event this property is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL ,7cc please contact our office at (248) 844-5123. This firm is a debt col­ lector 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. THE FORECLOSING PARTY ANTICIPATES BIDDING LESS THAN THE FORE­ CLOSING PARTY'S OPINION OF THE MARKET VALUE AT A BID OF $18,000 MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: David E. Neeson, single man to Security Mortgage Corporation, DBA Barron & Associates, Mortgagee, dated November 9, 1998 and recorded November 13, 1998 in Instrument # 1020719 , and re­ recorded on May 20, 2013 in instrument # 2013-006642 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned through mesne assignments torSpartan Equities High Yield Fund I, LLC, by assignment dated September 19, 2012 and recorded March 4, 2013 in Instrument # 2013­ 002377 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Two Thousand Six Hundred Ten Dollars and Sixty-Six Cents ($62,610.66) including interest 8.25% 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, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on July 11, 2013 Said premises are situated in City of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 12 Rods West of the Northeast corner of Section 21, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, thence South 13 three-quarter Rods, thence West 8 Rods, thence North 13 three-quarter Rods, thence East to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 1884 E. M-43 Hwy AKA 1940 Carlton Center Road, Freeport Ml 49325 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; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclo­ sure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Dated: 6/08/2013 Spartan Equities High Yield Fund I, LLC, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 13-76297 (06-08)(06-29) FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collectdr 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: Carl Forsythe, An Unmarred Man, and Tammy L. Peters, An Unmarried Woman to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for America’s Wholesale Lender, its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 17, 2006 and recorded August 28, 2006 in Instrument # 1169197 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP, by assignment dated March 29, 2011 and recorded April 15, 2011 in Instrument # 201104150004237 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Three Thousand Eight Hundred NinetyOne Dollars and Forty-Two Cents ($183,891.42) including interest 7.125% 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 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 June 27, 2013 Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 132 feet of the West 30 acres of the North one-half of the Southeast onequarter of Section 32, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, except the North 583 feet thereof; also the South 208.71 feet of the West 181 feet of the East 313 feet thereof. Also a strip of land described as: The North one-half of the Southeast one-quarter of Section 32, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, except the West 30 acres thereof. Also except the East 50 acres thereof. Commonly known as 11377 Davis Rd, Middleville Ml 49333 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption 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 afc), whichever is later; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the prop­ erty is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damag­ ing the property during the redemption period. Dated: 5/25/2013 Bank ofAmerica, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 13-81295 (05-25)(06-15) NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on July 2, 2007, by Suzanne I. Rough, a single woman, as Mortgagor, given by her to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on July 10, 2007, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1182803, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated June 12, 2012, recorded on June 14, 2012, in Instrument Number 2012-001179, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety-Seven and 91/100 Dollars ($106,797.91); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, July 11, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE CITY OF HAST­ INGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: The West 3 rods of Lot 6 of Block 1 of James Dunnings Addition to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. Commonly known address: 654 W. Green Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 Parcel ID Number: 08-55-035­ 009-00 The period within which the above premises' may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. •Dated: May 17, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (06-08)(06-29) 06814539 06813116 Call for Classifieds Phone 269-945-9554 24 Hours a Day-7 Days a Week for Maple Valley ACTION-Ads! PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on<ace, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. 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We have nearly 238,000 acres devoted to agriculture, more than 60 percent of the land base in Eaton County. Farming in Eaton County has stuck to its roots, with 92 percent of the farms being family or individually owned. We are truly a small- senators, we will strive to promote, develop and sup­ port agriculture as a vital industry in Michigan. A strong agricultural base will mean a sustainable environ­ ment and a robust economy for Michigan. I was proud to host the first of many caucus meet­ ings at the Eaton County MSU Agriculture Extension in Charlotte, which provides invaluable resources for our local farmers. There, we learned about many of the business county. In addition to our farms, Eaton County is home to important agribusinesses that provide excellent crop and livestock products and serv­ ices, including our grain ele­ vators, veterinarian supplies, turf grass, farm business co­ ops and dairy, fruit and veg­ etable products. This is why I am thrilled to be taking a leading role in the newly formed Democratic Agricultural Caucus. As a caucus of representatives and issues facing farmers in Eaton County and began dis­ cussions on promoting good public policy to support such an important part of our economy and communities. This summer, I look for­ ward to attending many agri­ cultural events around Eaton County, including all of the numerous farmers markets and festivals. I hope you will join me in supporting our local farmers and shop for delicious, healthy foods at the many farmers markets in our communities. As always, I welcome your comments and feedback at 517-373-0853 or via email at TheresaAbed@house.mi.gov. Call for Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 Water Quality Report for Village of Nashville June 2013 This report covers the drinking water quality for the Village ofNashville for the calendar year 2012. This information is a snapshot of the quality of the water we provided to you in 2012. 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 ofMichigan will be performing an assessment ofour source water by 2012. We will inform you how to get a copy ofthis assessment report when it becomes available. * Contaminants and theirpresence in water: Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate the water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791. * Vulnerability of sub-populations: Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general popula­ tion. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791. Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG)' The level ofa 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 ofcontaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCL’s are set as close to the MCLG’s as feasible using the best available treatment technol­ ogyN/A: Not applicable MP; Not detectable at testing limit ppb: parts per billion or micrograms per liter ppm: parts per million or milligrams per liter pCi/l: Pico curies per liter ( a measure ofradiation) Action level: The concentration of a contaminant, which if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements which water systems must follow. Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level(MRDL): The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition ofdisinfectant is necessary for the con­ trol ofmicrobial contaminants. Maximum Residual Disinfection Level Goal (MRDLG) :The level ofa drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLG’s do not reflect the benefits of the use ofdisinfectants to control microbial contaminants. Contaminant Fluoride (mg/l) * Sources ofDrinking Water: The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include: rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. Our water comes from wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and in some cases, radioactive materials, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may bepresent 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 farm­ ing. * 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 of oil and gas pro pro-­ duction and mining activities. * Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic Und volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products ofindustrial prqcesses 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 2012 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, 2012. The state allows us to monitor for certain contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants are not expected to vary significantly from year to year. All ofthe data is representative ofthe water quality, but some are more than one year old. Terms and abbreviations used in the table: 06814515 Regulated Samples Collected from the Welle or Plant Tap Our Highest Violation MCL MCLG Date Likely Source of Contaminant Water Yes or Nc Results 4 0.17 10 Arsenic * (ug/l) 2 Barium (mg/l) 0.132 ND Nitrate 4 7/27/2012 Water additive which promotes strong teeth; Erosion of natural deposits. No 10 7/18/2011 No 2 2 2/23/2000 No 10 10 7/27/2012 No 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. Radiological Contaminants Sam)>led from the Wells or Plant Tap Gross Alpha (IRP # 1 & # 2) pCi/l less than 3 Radium 226/228 (IRP #1 & #2) pCi/l less than 1 15 0 5 0 7/28/2003 No 7/28/2003 No Erosion of natural deposits from certain minerals that are radioactive. Erosion of natural deposits. “ Unregulated Samples Collected from the Welle or Plant Tap Sodium (mg/l) NA 6 NA 7/27/2012 NA Erosion of natural deposits. ______ Haloacetic AcidsNA NA NA Byproduct of drinking water disinfection. *• Unregulated contaminants are those for which EPA has not established drinking water standards. Monitoring helps EPA to determine where certain contaminants occur and whether it needs to regulate those contaminants. Regulated Samples Collected from the Distribution System Maximum Residual Disinfectant (Chlorine) Level (mg/l) Total Trihalomethanes (ug/l) 2.2 4 4 2012 No Water additive used to control microbes. 33 80 NA 6/7/2011 N/A Byproduct of drinking water disinfection? 3 60 NA 6/7/2011 N/A Byproduct of drinking water disinfection.** Haloacetic Acids (ug/l) Contaminant Lead (ug/l) Copper (ug/l) Contaminant Total Coliform Bacteria More Regulated Samples Collected from the Distribution System 90th Percentile ol Action Level (AL # of sites over the Date ___Our Water Action Level AL1 2 15 0 7/1/2011 t 510 1300 0 7/1/2011 _Bacteriological Samples Collected from the Distribution System Violation Our * Detected MCL MCLG Yaa or No 0 1 positive monthly sample (or 5% of monthly samples 0 No Typical source of contaminant Corrosion of Household plumbing; Erosion of natural Typical source of contaminant Naturally present in the environment. •Some people who drink water containing trihalomethanes inexcess of theM CL over many years may experience problems with their liver kidneys, or central nervous system, and may have an increased risk of gettting cancer. “Some people who drink water containing haloacetic acids in excess of the mCL over many years may have an increased risk of getting cancer �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, June 8,2013 — Page 13 LARGE We Ship Authorized Shipping Outlet “ Authorized ShipCenter sunshine Pack &Ship 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269.945.9105 OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:30 - 5:30 �— Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. June 8. 2013 ion senior Rushford just misses medal in mile Maple Valley's Hanna Kyle flies over a hurdle on her way to the finish during her preliminary heat in the 100-meter hurdles Saturday at the Division 3 Lower Peninsula Track and Field Chamionship in Comstock Park. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Lions’ Jadelyn Stewart clears the bar 8 feet 6 inches in the pole vault during the Division 3 Lower Peninsula Track and Field State Finals Saturday in Comstock Park. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley's Jessica Rushford made a bid for a medal Saturday at the Division 3 Lower Peninsula Track and Field Championship. She was ninth in the 1600meter run with a time of 5 minutes 21.04 seconds. Benzie Central’s Bryce Cutler took the eighth and final medal winning spot, finishing in 5:18.54. Rushford wasn’t the only Lion competing. Maple Valley’s Jadelyn Stewart was 15th in the pole vault, clearing 9 feet. Their teammate Hannah Kyle reached the semifinals in the 100-meter hurdles, and was 13th in the 300-meter low hurdles in 48.21. In the boys’ meet, Maple Valley had Keegan Yost tak­ ing part in each of the two throwing events. He was 13th in the discus with a EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP Maple Valley’s Ryan Nisse races towards the finish line during his preliminary heat of the 110-meter high hurdles at the Division 3 Lower Peninsula Track and Field Championship Saturday at Comstock Park High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS O • Residential • Commercial • Farm 517-852-9207 wwwxourtsideinc.com courtsideinc@gmail.com We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies 117 N. MAIN STREET NASHVILLE SCREEN PRINTING KI 8 EMBROIDERY HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 10-5 139 S. COCHRAN CHARLOTTE WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WQRK. 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The Pirates also won the 400meter relay and the 1600meter relay, and placed sec­ ond to Frankenmuth in the 800-meter relay. Manistee’s Annie Fuller won two races, taking the Maple Valley’s Keegan Yost unleashes his final throw 1600-meter run in 4:56.11 and breaking her own in the shot put competition during Saturday’s Division 3 Division 3 Finals record in Lower Peninsula Track and Field State Finals at the 800 with a time of Comstock Park High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 2:11.77. Kelloggsville, led by T.J. Michigan Collegiate 26, Catholic 18 in the top ten. Burnett, won the boys’ title Bangor 24, Mt. Clemens 21, Mason County Central’s with 52 points. Burnett took Ann Arbor Gabriel Richard Chase Barnett was a two­ the 400-meter dash in a 19, Hanover-Horton 19, time champion, taking the Division 3 Finals record time Niles Brandywine 19, 1600-meter run in 4:15.97 of48.59 seconds, placed sec­ Watervliet 18 and Lansing and the 800 in 1:57.41. ond in the 110-meter high hurdles in 14.77, and he helped the Rockets to wins in ^ERY-EHINGW0EJrNEEEiJl the 800-meter relay and the **8S8S888r~ ~-*IIBBB**aBI*l"M*l"M 1600-meter relay. The only race he didn’t win, the 1 IO­ meter hurdles, went to Warren Michigan Collegiate’s Teo Redding in From General Maintenance to 14.65. Performance and Off-Road Parts In-Stock Kelloggsville finished with 52 points. Mason 517-726-1502 County Central was second 131S. Main St., Vermonville (In the old Hardware Building) with 31, followed by Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:30; Sat. 8:30-1:30 Standish-Sterling 28, Warren , • Rt 66 T-Shirts • Classic Cars • MV Wear Auto Parts �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, June 8. 2013 — Page 15 CHAMPIONS, continued from page give the Lions a solid start in Saturday’s Division 3 District Semifinal against Saranac in Nashville. He did just that, allowing just two earned runs on four hits through six innings. When Brumm walked two to start the top ofthe seventh inning with his team up two, the Lions put their trust in Andrew Brighton, who stepped on the mound and promptly recorded the final three outs in the Lions 4-3 win over the Redskins. There wasn’t as much pressure on pitcher Austin Gonser in the district final, as the Lions knocked off Hopkins 13-3 in six innings. The Lions had reached the district finals in each of the previous two seasons. “It was good to just break through,” said Carpenter, whose team was playing in front of a great crowd on its home field Saturday. “The attitude now is we’re not done.” The Lions will face Calvin Christian in the Division 3 Regional Semifinals hosted by Lansing Catholic at Municipal Park in East Lansing Saturday. That game is scheduled to start at noon, followed by the regional regona championship campons p game. Lansing Catholic is set to take on Olivet in the first semifinal of the day Saturday. The first Saranac batter to face Brighton in the top of the seventh grounded into a fielder’s choice, which brought home one run, but he retired the next two guys to strand runners at the cor­ ners. Brighton also scored the first run for the Lions in the win over Saranac. He was hit by a pitch in the top of the .first and came home on a double by Tyler Hickey. Hickey would eventually score on an errof by the Lion second baseman Garret Mater fields a bouncing ball against Saranac Saturday, during the Division 3 District Semifinals in Vermontville. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Andrew Brighton pitches for the Lions during their 4-3 district semifinal victory over Saranac in Vermontville Saturday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Redskin catcher. Saranac tied the game with one run and one unearned run off Brumm in the top of the fifth, but the Lions answered right back with two runs in the bottom of the sixth. Garrett Miller had an RBI single for the Lions in a wild inning, which also featured a single by Hickey and a walk by Brumm, During the rally, a suicide squeeze bunt was popped up to the pitcher though. With CONGRATULATIONS BRANNIE Grandma would be proud of you The Lions mercied Hopkins in the final thanks in part to a six-run fourth inning. The Lions sent 11 batters to the plate in the surge. Eight of the nine guys in the starting line-up had hits, and six had RBI in the district championship victory. Brighton was 4-5 with two doubles and two RBI to lead the way. Erwin had two more hits, two RBI and a pair of runs scored. Hickey and Tommy Mudge had one hit and two RBI each. Gonser was 2-5 and scored two runs, and was strong on the mound. He got the win, scattering seven hits over five and two third innings. He struck out two. Only two of the three runs off of him were earned. The Lions pushed their lead to double figures, earn­ ing the walk-off win with three runs in the bottom of the sixth inning. Maple Valley’s runners on through. Everybody knows the move, the Redskin pitch­ that everyone can do the er wheeled and threw to sec- job.” ond for the second out of the inning. Carpenter said that had the Redskin pitcher gone to get the out at third first, Saranac might have ended the inning with a triple play. Miller added a second run for the Lions in the inning after the double play, coming home on a wild pitch. Hickey, Sammy Benedict and Brandon Erwin.all had two hits in the semifinal for the Lions. The Lions’ Beau Johnson was injured before the start of the district tournament, and Carpenter said it was important for the bottom of the line-up to step up like it FREE elective classes did Saturday. exclusively for home school students residing in “They’re just a great Allegan, Barry, Calhoun, Ionia, Kalamazoo, and Kent counties group of kids. They’ve played a lot of baseball Go to www.hasskl 2.orq together, since they were 7, and read all the information 8, 9 years old and they trust about the FREE classes listed each other,” Carpenter said. under Home School Parents. “We talked about how the bottom of our line-up came LOCATIONS Star and Central Elementary Schools and the Community Education and Recreation Center Hastings Home School Partnership Openings to coach junior Brandon Erwin accompanied by his parents, Sandy and Nathan Erwin, receives a first-year letter award presented by Maple Valley Schools Superintendent Ronna Steel. Graduated in the top ten 1st Team all KVA middle linebacker 1st Team all Enquirer News area linebacker 1st Team all Barry"County linebacker Lead Team in Solo tackles Voted most dependable Defensive by Team 2nd Team defense all Lansing Journal area Scored winning touchdown in 2012 Homecoming game "You were our Athlete of the week several times" Good luck at Alma ERWIN CONSTRUCTION Lie. #2101034283 “We do the little jobs Ph 517-852-0628" 06814379 high volleyball Maple Valley Junior/Senior High School is looking for seventh and eighth grade girls’ volleyball coaches for the upcoming fall season. Those who are interested are asked to please submit in writing to Duska Brumm, via email atdbrumm@mvs.kl2.mi.us, by mail at 11090 Nashville Hwy, Vermontville, MI 49096. 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Grand St., Hastings, Michigan 49058 269.945.6130 Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM -4:00 PM s �13th,-flrvuioL the valley Come see the great things happening this week in the valley including: the valley^llZ^ the valley^ co-ed softball tournament un-stwalk proceeds for the Maple Valley Jvapj varsity Football teams nashvHle area citizens tizens coalition I _nacc nacc* craft snow plus fireworks and fun! thank you to our generous platinum sponsors: TUESDAY, JUNE 11TH 6:30p “Lyrics on the Lawn" sponsored by the Friends of Putnam District Library—featuring 50's and 60’s music by the Blue Water Rockers to set the mood for the week... so get your vintage car out of storage, throw your lawn chairs in the trunk and enjoy an evening of FREE live entertainment for the whole family! (located on Putnam Library's north lawn) FRIDAY, JUNE 14TH 6p EATON Valley Rally Co-ed Softball Tournament begins—Cost is $200 per team, (located behind stores downtown, west side of M-66)...for info contact Emily Bond (269.818.7640 or email: bond.emily@rocketmail.com) 7p-dark Karaoke Night sponsored by Grace Community Church—open karaoke, games, prizes, FREE food & drinks... bring your lawn chairs, the whole family and join the fun! (located in Maple Valley Pharmacy parking lot) 10p Valley Rally Fireworks—sponsored by local citizens, merchants and organizations (located behind stores downtown). Rain date: June 15 FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK Member FDIC SATURDAY, JUNE 15TH 7a-11 a Nashville Firemen’s Pancake Breakfast (located downtown at the Nashville Fire Barn on Main Street) 7-7:45a 5k Run Walk Registration (located behind stores downtown, west side of M-66). ..for info contact Brian Lincoln (email: bllncoln@mvs.k12.mi.ud) or register online at www.runningfoundation.com 8a 5k Run Walk begins—runners start at 8a, walkers start at 8:10a 8a-2p Nashville Classic Car Show—Registration at Central Park (located in center of town, east side of M-66)... KENT OIL & PROPANE, INC. all makes, models, tractors and motorcycles welcome! 9a Flag Raising by the VFW (located in Central Park) 9a-? Valley Rally Co-ed Softball Tournament continues (located behind stores downtown, west side of M-66) FREE Kid’s Bounce House Inf latables—sponsored by Good Time Pizza and Trumble Agency (located just off Main St. 9a-2p on Washington St. between the Mainstreet Banquet Hall and MVCCOH) 9a-3p maple valley pharmacy NACC Craft Show—proceeds go toward funding NACC programs (located in Maple Valley Pharmacy parking lot)... for info contact Shirley Dexter (517.852.0276) 9a-3p Kids Art Activities (car-themed)—sponsored by the Thornapple Arts Council (located on Putnam Library Lawn) and our generous 9a-3p Annual Library Book Sale—sponsored by Friends of Putnam District Library (located inside Putnam District Library) gold 9a-3p Painted Chair Silent Auction—sponsored by Friends of Putnam District Library (located on Putnam Library Lawn) 10a-noon Liftathon—high school student weight lifting fundraiser... proceeds go toward MVHS JV and Varsity Football teams (located behind stores downtown, west side of M-66) 10a-1 p Silent Auction at the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope—proceeds toward MVCCOH community programs 1Oa-1 p Cooling Station—cold water and restrooms available (located at the MVCCOH) 11 a-2p 50/50 Car Show Raffle—winners announced at Central Park 1p NACC Raffle Drawings—will be announced at Central Park 2p Car Show Trophy Winners and Door Prize Winners—will be announced at Central Park sponsors: Duane. Hamilton Excavating, Inc. Nashville, Ml 49073 Hickey Electric, Inc. Food Vendors (located Sat. in Central Park from 9a-2p unless otherwise noted) Hot Dogs sponsored by the Assembly of God Youth Group Pork Sandwiches sponsored by the VFW MAPLEVALLEY Coney Dogs & Walking Tacos sponsored by Shirley’s Chuckwagon Hamburgers sponsored by Grace Community Church Brats sponsored by the United Methodist Church Youth Group Soft Serve Ice Cream sponsored by the REVUE (located in front of Mainstreet Banquet Hall & Theater) Root Beer Floats in celebration of Putnam District Library’s 90th Anniversary (located on the Putnam Library Lawn) PLUS...check out village wide yard sales, great local businesses, restaurants, and more! hEWHOLLAN) � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-06-15.pdf 29a52abdbce6db3e586de2a58716f524 PDF Text Text MAPL ne Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 A local paper oftoday! Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 24, June 15, 2013 One step at a time is theme of Pathways commencement by Shari Carney Staff Writer The 6th century wisdom of Lau Tzu, “The journey of a 1,000 miles must begin with a single step,” set the “one step at a time” theme of Maple Valley Pathways Academy commencement exercises Tuesday, June 4. The stage of the Maple Valley High School auditori­ um filled with board mem­ bers, administrators, teachers and support staff to congrat­ ulate the 2013 Pathways graduates. Of 39 eligible graduates, 24 were present to receive diplomas. Of the 39, 10 were inmates or former inmates from Barry County Jail. Teacher Cindy Schwartz has been conducting the Virtual Education 2020 coursework at the jail. “I really like it,” said Schwartz in a follow-up interview Monday. “They really work.” Schwartz, who has had as many as 13 inmates in a classroom at the jail, said she found them to be polite and respectful. “Nobody messes with me, they are very protective,” said Schwartz. Pathways Academy offers virtual coursework as an alternative to traditional classroom instruction. Housed in the administration offices, the academy has out­ grown the facility and will be relocating to the northeast wing of the high school Attendance soared at the regular meeting of the Maple Valley School Board Monday, June 10. Community members engaged in discussion over the alignment of instruction for Fuller Street Elementary. Fuller Street modification is still under scrutiny Tayler Crawford, a 2013 Pathways graduate, cele­ brates with her daughter Sophia at a reception following commencement Tuesday, June 4. where it will be renamed Pathways High School. In a detour from the grad­ uation program, Pathways Academy Principal Kristine Stewart presented a quilt in traditional blue and white colors of Maple Valley to Superintendent Ronna Steel. Steel, moved by the gesture, said the gift broke a threeyear record of not crying at these events. The quilt was signed by staff and students as a farewell gift to Steel who, is leaving Maple Valley June 30 to become the super­ intendent for the Barry Budget hearing set for June 24 Tour of facilities planned next week to support a project such as the crumbling track, replace­ ment of the gymnasium floor, an addition to a struc­ ture or a capital improve­ ment such as technology infrastructure upgrades or purchasing buses. A sinking fund was described as a “pay as you go” plan. The sinking fund places some limits on how funds may be used, such as not on technology or buses. Steel said the difference in the two could be surmised with the analogy of using a bond to buy a house or a sinking fund to remodel; a kitchen one year, the bath the board members heard a pres­ entation of proposed modifi­ cations of Fuller Street Elementary by Principal Suzanne Waffle and newly appointed Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon. Fuller Street is being realigned with three teams of teachers, kindergarten through fifth grades. Each team will be housed in a hall­ way known as a strand. Darren McDonald had called Superintendent Ronna Steel See FULLER, page 4 School board rejects ERESA budget Intermediate School District. A video played candid photos of Pathways students. The video' was prepared by teacher Monique Colizzi and high school students Morgan Getty and Katie Dixon. “We are free to explore everything life has to offer,” said graduate Faith Smith by Shari Carney who was chosen to speak Staff Writer since she exemplified what In a bold move never pre­ the staff hopes to see in stu­ viously taken, the Maple dents. “She was with us last year, Valley School Board at its but this year she just made a regular meeting on Monday soundly rejected the Eaton See PATHWAYS, page 6 Regional Education Service Agency (formerly EISD) budget by a 4-1 vote. “It seems like ever since I’ve been on this board Finance options being considered for the district by Shari Carney Staff Writer The labor and finance committee of the Maple Valley School Board of Education is evaluating the option of either a bond or sinking-fund proposal on the ballot for upgrades in the dis­ trict. Two tours of the facilities are being offered to gather community input, said Superintendent Ronna Steel at the June 10 board meeting. The tours will be Tuesday, June 18, and Thursday, June 27, from 6 to 8 p.m. Steel likened a bond to a loan asking the community by Shari Carney Staff Writer The adminstration board room swelled in attendance Monday during the regular meeting of the Maple Valley Board of Education Monday. With Mark Jorgensen and Brian Green absent, school next. The tour will begin at the administration building, pro­ ceed through the junior/senior high school and conclude at Fuller Street Elementary. A bus will be provided to transport attendees to Fuller. “This will allow us an opportunity to update the community input collected in 2011,” said Steel. The labor and finance committee will have a plan­ ning meeting Tuesday, July 30, at 6 p.m. in the adminis­ tration building to review options. Parent advisory council forming Maple Valley Schools is seeking volunteers to serve on a parent advisory coun­ cil. The first item on the agenda is bettering commu­ nication between teachers, administrators, school board members and parents. Email newly appointed Maple Valley Interim Superintendent Michelle alcon, mfalcon@mvx.k 12.mi.us for more information. we’ve gotten cuts,” stated vidual district in Michigan Board Trustee Tim Burd dur­ by supplying funds for spe­ ing the board’s finance com­ cial education services, for mittee meeting a day earlier. professional development, “I think we should tell them and, for career vocational we are going someplace and technical classes. In a follow'up conversa­ else.” Burd then asked during tion with the Maple Valley the committee meeting if he News Wednesday, Maple was the only one dissatisfied Valley Finance Director and April Heinze, board Darryl Sydloskr reported that president, responded, “No, Charlotte and Eaton Rapids also rejected the ERESA they've not done the job.” Burd and Heinze were budget, perhaps indicating joined by trustees Andrea how widespread the dissatis­ Montgomery and Kevin faction lies. Part of the dissatisfaction Rost on Tuesday in making the dramatic decision — in Maple Valley stems from though it may ultimately be a a speech and language symbolic vote — to reject teacher provided by the ERESA’s financial support. ERESA who was on leave Trustees Mark Jorgensen and for 16 weeks. No substitute Brian Green were absent. was provided in the teacher’s Trustee Wayne Curtis cast absence. “We definitely have no the lone favorable vote. Intermediate school dis­ clout at the table,” said Burd. “They . had employees tricts, also known as Regional Education Service Agencies, serve every indi­ See BUDGET, page 10 In This Issue • Summer track program planned to bring fun, fitness • Frugal living group testing bug repellents, making cheese and more • Dirt and worms fit right in to summer reading program • Lions nearly no-hit in Division 3 Regional Semifinal �Page 2 — Just Say 'As Advertised tn the Maple Valley News' Saturday, June 15, 2013 Frugal living group testing bug repellents, making cheese and more Fifth grader stretches to new record A seven-year record is broken by fifth grader Sam Hoschstettler at Fuller Street Elementary. Sam was able to reach 12.5 inches past the end of his feet to break the record, said Andrew Peabody, physical education instructor. Comparatively, the aver­ age fifth grade boy reaches about 3.5 inches beyond the feet. Openings to coach junior high volleyball fall season. Those who are interested are asked to please submit in writing to Duska Brumm, via email at Maple Valley Junior/Senior High School is looking for seventh and eighth grade girls’ volleyball coaches for the upcoming dbrumm@mvs.kl2.mi.us, by mail at 11090 Nashville Hwy, Vermontville, MI 49096. A father is someone who cares, one who believes in your dreams, one who shares, who see all you are and still loves all he sees, and helps you to be all you've wanted to be, someone who feels helping you is no bother and he will always be there for you, That is a Father Father’s Day, Sunday, June 16 Nashville \ Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 113 N. 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State in Nashville • 852-0882 Monday thru Saturday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Frugal Living Exchange members (from left) Laura Scott, Erin Campbell, Tiffany Sparks, Allysa Hamilton and Tim Rumsey create insect repellent with dried and fresh herbs, as well as essential oils. Putnam District Library’s Frugal Living Exchange group continues to host of variety of unique topics and presenters. The May 21 meeting fea­ tured Erin Campbell, exchange member and asso­ ciate environmental planner from the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission. Campbell gave a storm water management presentation that targeted simple techniques homeown­ ers can utilize, regardless of property size, to collect and control water quality. Campbell also showed how to design gardens with native plants that naturally create a rain garden. “Rain barrels, used as an inexpensive means to harvest water for the library’s chil­ dren’s gardens, were created by members and now adorn the downspouts of the library,” said Putnam District Library Director Shauna Swantek. The barrels can be viewed at the back of the library. Plans are available inside. Exchange members also created bug repellents at the June 6 meeting, and mem­ bers are experimenting to see which recipe deters mosqui­ tos the best. Recipes includ­ ed dried and fresh herbs, essential oils and several ingredients found commonly in household pantries, the most popular being vanilla. The next meeting will be Thursday, June 20, at 6:30 p.m. at the Castleton/Maple GET ALL THE NEWS OF BAHRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Erin Campbell enlightened the Frugal Living Exchange group with how to harvest storm water in homemade rain barrels. Grove ambulance classroom across the street from the library. Presenter Gary Colles, aka “The Cheese Smith” will demonstrate how to make fresh mozzarella cheese from cow’s milk, fresh.or store-bought, using only items already found in the kitchen. Colles has been making cheese for 13 years and teaching cheese-making for eight years. “With his knack for mak­ ing the complex simple, 5s for more information. The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday Hastings Banner. Call 269-945-9554 members are sure to go away ready to make their own mozzarella,- a skill guaran­ teed to impress family and friends,” said Swantek. Future meeting dates include Thursdays, July 18 and Aug. 1. Call the library, 517-852-9723, for further information on future topics or join the group on Facebook to see the results of bug repellent experiments and information from previ­ ous meetings. ft S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 h . **»* »» » �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 15, 2013 — Page 3 Dirt and worms fit right in to summer reading program Summer reading is in full swing at Putnam District Library in Nashville, and people of all ages are digging into reading. In addition to reading independently for prizes, such as Kindle Fire tablets and more, programs are also planned throughout the summer. Programs for children through fifth grade are Mondays at 11 a.m. This week, the topic will be worms. Kids will get to dig into Miss Laura’s worm bin, do worm studies and com­ parisons, and even have “worms” for a treat. Kids will be digging in the garden Reid Rosin (from left), Zhanna Reid, Holly Rosin, Andy Pena and Matthew Slaught learn about planting and weeding in the children’s garden at Putnam District Library on Monday. each week, so they should fashioned bonfire meant to wear clothes that can get help teens bond together, dirty. Children’s programs said Shauna Swantek, direclast about an hour. tor. Monday night, the library The teen leaders recognize stays open late for teens to that lots of teens don’t get to “own the night.” The see friends as much in the library’s teen advisory group summer, so they hope the will host this first gathering gatherings every other of the summer with an old- Monday will help. Own the Ali Lundquist and Hailey Post display the artwork they created by painting with vegetables. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events June 15 June 17 June 18 June 20 June 22 June 23 June 24 June 25 July 2 July 3 July 7 July 8 July 9 4-H Point Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center Mandatory Poultry Meeting, 11 a.m., at 5325 S. Charlton Park Rd., Hastings Poultry Clinic, following the Mandatory Meeting, 5325 S. Charlton Park Rd., Hastings Poultry Development Committee Meeting, following the Poultry Clinic, see above address Mandatory Poultry Meeting, 6:30 p.m., 4145 E. Orchard St., Delton Barry County Shooting Sports Practice, 6:30 p.m., BCCC Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Rabbit Tattooing, 9 a.m., Expo Center Open Speed Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center Talent Show Pre-registration Deadline Barry County Shooting Sports Practice, 6:30 p.m., BCCC Beef & Lamb Carcass Contest live judging, 7 p.m., Expo Center Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Swine Carcass Contest live judging, 5 p.m., Expo Center Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center Beef Carcass Contest hanging judging, 7 p.m., Bryon Center Meats Lamb Carcass Contest hanging judging, 6 p.m., Bryon Center Meats Swine Carcass Contest hanging judging, 6:30 p.m., Byron Center Meats dening. Night starts at 5 p.m. and will end at 9 p.m. this week. Teens entering sixth grade and up are invited. The last day to sign up to read for prizes is Monday, Volunteers at Welch Historical Museum in Sunfield have plans set to take some bus trips through­ out the region this summer. Shipshewana’s flea mar­ ket is the first trip planned for Tuesday, June 25. Shipshewana, Ind., is the home of the Midwest’s largest flea market. The trip will include a cheese factory tour, dinner at Das Dutchman Essenhaus and crossing the longest covered bridge in Michigan — Langley Covered Bridge which was built in the 1800s in St. Joseph County. The cost of the trip is $65 and includes the coach, tour of the cheese factory and dinner. “This will be a full day of fun, so gather your neighbors and get your reservations to us by June 21,” said organiz­ er Jan Sedore. For more information or to request a registration form, call Sedore, 517-449-4895, or email sunfieldhistoricalsociety@gmail.com Other trips planned include a tour of the home of Jiffy Mix, a teddy bear facto­ ry, and afterward the newly released play “Miles and Ellie” at the Purple Rose Theatre July 31; Centreville Antique Market and Gilmore Car Museum Aug. 11; Owosso Train Robbery Ride and Curwood Castle Aug. 24; Paddle Boat on the Au Sable River Color Tour and dinner Oct. 15; Chicago Christmas shopping, Tommy Gun’s Garage Dinner Theater and Chicago’s Roaring ’20s Nov. 14 and 15; and a trip to Kalamazoo for dinner and tickets to Kalamazoo Miller Auditorium to see “Mamma Mia!” Dec. 11. “The Welch Historical Museum has been a busy place, and we hope you will stop in and see what has changed,” said Sedore. 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She loved to stay in contact with her "text-ing" friends. llene is survived by; her parents, Ronald Smith, Tylene (DePyper) Smith; a sister, Sara Smith; and a brother, Thomas Harris. She is also survived by her grandparents, Ruth and Ronald Smith, Mary Maus, and Mike Maus; aunt, Amanda Smith; uncle, Arthur (Nicole) Smith; uncle, Ralph (Amber) DePyper; aunts, Bobbie DePyper, Chris DePyper, Kelly DePyper; uncles, Teddy Maus and Mike Maus. Also surviving is her moth­ er’s fiancd. Dario Cruz. Visitation for llene will take place at Daniels Funeral Home, in Nashville, on Monday, June 17, 2013 from 5-7 p.m. A funeral service will take place immediately following the visitation at 7 p.m. with Pastor Glen Branham officiating. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.ne tfor further details. FULLER, continued from page 1 expressing concerns of how socialization would occur among peers ifthey are sepa­ rated in strands. Waffle and Falcon met to address this concern and offered the following ideas to the board. • Students would have 20 minutes for peer interaction each morning in the cafeteria during breakfast. • A per-grade afternoon' recess added into the sched­ ule. • A rotation of students between strands within the science curriculum for hands-on science experiences and peer interaction. • Peer buddy reading by grade level or grade level field trips. Falcon turned to the audi­ ence and asked for input. McDonald said, “I’m a little concerned they are stuck for five years.” Current plans are to keep the student in the same strand with the understand­ ing personality conflicts may invite a shift from one team to another. “We would never do any­ thing to set a child up for failure,” said Steel. “A lot of things are shift­ ing,” added April Heinze, board president. “There will be tweaks as we go — this can’t be 100 percent set in stone.” Donna Sprague said the restructuring sounded very unorganized. “I’m very concerned. I don’t understand it it makes me very sad. My third grader is going to be a guinea pig, it’s cruel and you guys know it” Sprague asked why the changes were being made Vermontville adding she loved the teachers at Fuller. Steel said changes were made due to parental feed­ back from surveys during Spring conferences and the assessment of the Re-invent­ ing Schools Coalition. RISC said the staff needs professional development and advised a scaled down version from the previous personalized model of all subjects to a focus on math and English language arts. Steel said a full explana­ tion of the proposed changes was presented at the regular meeting of the school board in May. Dan Lundquist asked if the traditional set up was no longer an option. Steel said the traditional model is not working, 75 percent offourth graders did not pass the writ­ ing exam. Gale Chaffee asked why wasn’t the restructuring publicized. April Heinze board president listed information meetings were held by Waffle with parents, the topic has been addressed in board meetings, flyers were sent home and instant alert phone messages were sent. “The issue comes down to there is never a perfect way to communicate ... we’re working on it,” said Heinze who then ended the discus­ sion. 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Librarian staffer Diana Reid shared the book; Water, Weed and Wait, by Edith Hope Fine, which dis­ cusses the process of grow­ ing vegetables from seed to harvest. A ‘greenhouse glove’ project was planted so every­ one could watch the progress of bean seeds as they sprout. Clear plastic gloves were planted with wet cotton balls and bean seeds in each fin­ gertip, the glove was then filled with air and tied shut. The children took the gloves home to hang in a sunny win­ dow to watch the progress. The craft project for the evening was garden stepping stones. Participants designed the top of their stones in reverse, using mosaic tiles and stones on a piece ofcon- tact paper, which was placed in an aluminum cake pan. The pan was then filled with cement, and the project taken home to dry. After the project is popped out ofthe pan and the contact paper removed, the children will have decorative stones for their gardens. Forty-two children 1" ANNUAl enjoyed this program and the refreshments provided by the Vermontville Women’s Club, said Carla Rumsey, director. The next program, ‘Bugs in Your Garden,” will be Tuesday, June 18, at 6 p.m. Worm farms, worm racing and fireflies will fill the evening. VeRMONTvRIe Ice Cream SociaI Hosted by rhe VermontviIIe Lions Club In memory ofMark Siple Come join us: Village Park Downtown Vermontville Saturday, June 22nd from 5 to 7pm ICE CREAM FUN FOR KIDS MUSIC Ice cream generously made and donated by Fred Yutzy Donations Welcomed All proceeds to help with the medical bill of Mark Siple • �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, June 15,2013 — Page 5 Thornapple Valley Dulcimer Society to play Tuesday in Nashville Lyrics on the Lawn, a free concert series, sponsored by the Friends of Putnam District Library, will feature the Thomapple Valley Dulcimer Society Tuesday, June 18, at 6:30 p.m. on the library lawn. 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Maple Valley Schools Superintendent Ronna Steel beams while displaying a quilt she was presented by the staff and students of Pathways Academy. Faith Smith addresses Russ Nevins reminisces with teacher and mentor Monique Colizzi during a recep-fellow Pathways gradution for Pathways graduates June 4. ates at commencement exercises June 4. “We are free to explore everything life has to offer,” said Smith. REFRESHINGLY AFFORDABLE huge improvement,” said Stewart in a follow-up con­ versation Monday. “One day, the light went on and she said, ‘I want to gradu­ ate,’ and she did it.” “It’s our turn to be adults,” said Smith. “The door is open. Take a chance and go through it, one step at a time.” Steel reiterated the evening’s theme. “This is your first step to adulthood. You will make Maple Valley Pathways teachers Wally Woodman new friends, but remember and Cindy Schwartz offer congratulations to Logan the old friends,” said Steel. 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V 5715 South M-66, Nashville • 517-852-1864 Hours: Monday - Friday 9-6 • Saturday 9-5 EwingLandscaping@yahoo.com �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 15,2013 — Page 7 and Schedule of Events Representing the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation are Rose Heaton (left) and Dorothy Carpenter. Heaton and Carpenter present the Tate Mix award to Hannah Willis, a 2013 Pathways graduate. Tate Mix Award to Hannah went back, I became a Willis. Willis plans to attend teacher ... it was the best Lansing Community College decision I ever made.” to study photography. Stewart gave a four-step Stewart shared with the challenge tb the graduates: graduates her own experi­ work hard, be open to ence after high school. -She change, make wise choices, said she had been strongly and accept responsibility for encouraged to become an their actions. educators, but didn’t listen. “Every situation will “I didn’t want to be a shape you or shake you. You teacher,” admitted Stewart, can only change yourself ... adding, “I can be a little stub­ Just- keep moving on your born.” journey, one step at a time.” In college, she said she The 2013 Pathways had a new major every week, Academy graduates are, ranging from art to mechani­ Brooke Abbott, Jay cal engineering with several Allerding, Nicholas in between. Atkinson, Whitney Beglin, “I dropped out after 1 1/2 Branden Bentley, Amy years to find myself. When I Blowers, Cecily Cain, Savanna Seavolt, a 2013 Pathways graduate, autographs a quilt for superintendent Ronna Steel, who is departing Maple Valley Schools. Medical-Grade Laser Treatment! Men: Do You Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites' Congregate Menu Monday, June 17 Hot dog, three bean salad, sweet potato fries, apple­ sauce, bun. Tuesday, June 18 Alaskan stuffed salmon, wild rice, peas, broccoli raisin salad, orange. Wednesday, June 19 Oven fried chicken, maca­ roni and cheese, com, coleslaw, banana. Thursday, June 20 Volunteer Recognition Program. All other sites closed. Friday, June 21 Liver with onions, mashed potatoes and gravy, stewed tomatoes, sliced peaches, roll. ” Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, June 17 Ham, salami and Swiss cheese, baked beans, apple­ sauce, wheat bun. Tuesday, June 18 Chicken pasta salad, broc- Paul Hosmer, a 2013 Pathways graduate, is introduced during commencement Tuesday, June 4. Hosmer is one of 39 people meeting gradu­ ation requirements through Pathways, a virtu­ al course program alterna­ tive. Michael Caldwell, Tayler Crawford, Kelsey Croll, Brian Eves, Kyahsondra Fletcher, Roderick Freeman, Leslie Gillum, Amanda Hartman, Nicholas Hawkins, Paul Hosmer, Jeffery Johnson, Joshua Ladd, Arik Lake, Lance McClurkin,Kevin McConnaughey, Levi Misiewicz, Russ Nevins, Wesley Pawloski, Donovan Rose, Gary Rountree, Robert Rowan II, Christopher Ruedisueli, Ethan Schroder, Savanna Seavolt, Kody Sheldon, Alexander Slee, Faith Smith, Elissa Starkweather, Brittney Wall, Logan Whitake, Samantha Wielenga and Hannah Willis. ¥ Specialized, Effective Treatments for Your Digestive Disorders Brigit K. Brennan, ND, FACS General Surgery Let Dr. Parsons at Hastings Surgeons remove that unwanted hair using the latest in laser treatment technology With the most advanced European laser technology and the only computerized laser scanner In the industry, it is the safest, fastest, most comfortable and effective laser treatment available! John P. 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Call Hastings Surgeons at 269.948.8411 to schedule a colonoscopy. Call 269-948-8411 today to make your appointment with Dr. Parsons. HASTINGS stingssurgSeonUs.coRmGEONS W Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, June 17 Beef stew, winter blend vegetables, cherry crisp, bis­ cuit. Tuesday, June 18 Alaskan stuffed salmon, wild rice, peas, diced carrots, orange. Wednesday, June 19 Oven fried chicken, maca­ roni and cheese, com, coleslaw, banana. Thursday, June 20 -Spaghetti and meatballs in sauce, cauliflower, apple crisp. Friday, June 21 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, stewed tomatoes, bread pudding, strawberry applesauce. Activities Calendar Monday, June 17 Hastings: PATH Class (3) 1 3:30; Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; TV Strings; Painting with Bob 1 p.m. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, June 18 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold (3) 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, June 19 Hastings: Music with Sam; Nails; Card Making; Euchre 12:30 p.m.; Community Garden 10:30 a.m. Delton: Kinship Support 10:30; TV Strings; Reminiscence. Woodland: Blood Pressure Checks 11 a.m. Thursday, June 20 Hastings: Volunteer Recognition Lunch In; Blood Pressure/Sugar Checks at 11 a.m.; Alhz. Caregiver Support 3:30. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, June 21 - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Sing-ALong; Visiting. ’ The Centepfop Digestive Health Have Unwanted Body Hair? coli raisin salad, Mandarin oranges, crackers. Wednesday, June 19 Roast beef with cheddar cheese, pickled beets, tropi­ cal fruit, wheat bun. Thursday, June 20 Chef salad, macaroni salad, citrus sections, crack­ ers. Friday, June 21 Chicken salad, coleslaw, peaches, bun. Pundceare.htnmlnock Logan Whitaker beams during a reception for graduates of Maple Valley Pathways Academy June 4. h ealth Services 1009 West Qreen St., Hastings, Ml 49058 Call 269.945.3901 for your appointment or visit www.pennockhealth.com i �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday. June 15, 2013 Memories of the Past Central Park blossoms from old hotel site This Memories ofthe Past like aphoenixfrom the ashes to brighten the Main Street article by the late Susan ofthe old Union House hotel, scene. A photo review ofthat Hinckley first appeared in Nashville's Central Park metamorphosis is presented A lasting memory of Central Park in this Honor Roll board which graced the south the Maple Valley News June blossomed into a site ofrest­ in today’s column for our edge of the park during World War II. Local Lions started the project, but the village 14, 1983. She wrote: Rising ful beauty some 65 years ago readers’ enjoyment. footed most of the material cost and lettering by a Battle Creek sign painter. During the war, several additions were made to the list. Eventually, to accommodate the ever-expanding roster of local citizens serving in the armed forces, wings had to be added to the board about 1944. In this scene, 279 names are visible. When V-J Day arrived in August 1945, nine had been marked with gold stars. The old Star (Flo) the­ ater can.be seen at extreme right in photo. “Messers. Wolcott and Clark have finished tearing down the old Union House and now all that remains of that ancient hostelry is a hole and a pile of rubbish,” noted the News Nov. 15,1906. This is how the site appeared about 1915 when it was acquired by the village and converted into a park at the urging of Len W. Feighner. 40-year edi­ tor-publisher of the Nashville News. The site was called “Central Park” even before its development. By 1921, young maples transplanted from Putnam Park in a thinning-out program had successfully taken hold at Central Park, encircling a wading pool and fountain, where a cherub statue held aloft a large fish with water cascading from its mouth. Originally at home in the Michigan Centrall Railroad park near the train depot, the cherubic figure was given to the village when the railroad discontinued maintenance of its small park. Later, the delightful statue often disappeared from Central Park on Halloween night but was always returned — until the final time. Its fate is unknown. Without the guardian cherub, the wading pool soon became neglected and was con­ verted into a flower bed. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2013-2014 BUDGET PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on June 24,2013 at 7:00 p.m., the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools will hold a public hearing to consider the district’s proposed 2013-2014 budget The Board may not adopt its proposed 2013-2014 budget until after the public hearing. A copy of the proposed 2013-2014 budget is available for public inspection during normal business hours at the District Administration Office, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. This notice is given by order ofthe Board of Education. 06815127 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination?’ Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed .that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Andrea Montgomery, Secretary 06799959 The three-story Union House, which may well have been the first hotel in Nashville, originally occupied the site of Central Park. The frame building apparently predated establishment of the local newspaper in 1873, for as early as 1877, the Nashville News reported that the hotel was being renovated under new management of Mr. Bronson of Middleville, “to make it the equal of a hostelry in these parts.” Construction the following year of the more elegant Wolcott House on South Main may have sounded the death knell for the Union, which steadily declined until wrecked by fire in February 1902, just two weeks after flames destroyed the Nashville’s Union School. Seen here during a farmers’ picnic Aug. 14, 1900, the hotel at the time it burned, housed only one residential tenant and two businesses: Joe Hurd’s bicycle repair shop and the Yourex bakery. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, June 15,2013 — Page 9 Michigan at Gettysburg topic of next history seminar As Michigan celebrates the Civil War Sesquicentennial, the Lansing/Sunfield, Camp 17, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War will be offer­ ing the next in their series of free Civil War history semi­ nars. Native Michiganian, Roger L. Rosentreter will present “Come On, You Wolverines: Michigan at Gettysburg” Tuesday, June 25, at 7 p.m. at the Sunfield United Brethren Church, 8436 W. Grand Ledge Highway (M-43). Rosentreter served as the editor of Michigan Histoiy magazine from 1988 to 2009. He earned a bachelor of arts degree from Western Michigan University and a master’s and and Ph.D. Ph.D. in American history from Michigan State University. He has given numerous pre­ sentations on Michigan’s past, especially the state’s role in the Civil War. In 1993, Rosentreter joined the MSU History Department as an adjunct instructor. Currently, he teaches courses in Michigan history, the Civil War and modem U.S. military history. He also conducts annual staff rides to Gettysburg for the MSU ROTC program and leads an annual Civil War program to Washington, D.C., for the MSU College of Social Science Study Away program. Rosentreter has written extensively on Michigan his­ tory, co-authoring “Michigan’s Early Military Forces” in 2003 with Dr. Le Roy Barnett, “Michigan Remembers Lincoln” and “Seeking Lincoln in Michigan: A Remembrance Trail” with Dr. Weldon Petz. This summer Rosentreter will release his newest effort Michigan, a History of Explorers, Entrepreneurs and Everyday People. Rosentreter’s presentation will focus on the early days of July 1863, when Yankees LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on July 2, 2007, by Suzanne I. Rough, a single woman, as Mortgagor, given by her to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on July 10, 2007, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1182803, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated June 12, 2012, recorded on June 14, 2012, in Instrument Number 2012-001179, Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety-Seven and 91/100 Dollars ($106,797.91); and no suit or pro­ ceedingg at law or in equity qy havingg been instituted to recover the FORECLOSURE NOTICE In the event this property is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax Barry County George Armstrong Custer is among the Michigan Civil War heroes who will be remembered when the Lansing/Sunfield Camp 17 Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War hosts “Come On, You Wolverines: Michigan at Gettysburg” history seminar, Tuesday, June 25, 7 p.m. at the Sunfield United Brethren Church. and Rebels immortalized the name “Gettysburg” in one of the Civil War’s most pivotal battles. Four thousand Michigan soldiers were among the Yankees who in southcentral fought Pennsylvania against an equally determined Southern army that had fought them to a draw in previous battles. Michigan stories exist on the everywhere battlefield, Gettysburg among them a largely Detroit regiment that suffered an 80 percent casualty rate, losing 22 of its 25 officers, includ­ ing a young lieutenant who had been one of the first graduates of present-day Michigan State University. Other stories include that of a 26-year-old lawyer from Ann Arbor who was mortally wounded saving his unit’s flag from capture in a nonde- script farmer’s field at Gettysburg forever remem­ bered as “The Wheat Field;” a newly appointed, 23-yearold “boy general” who led mostly untried Michigan troopers in stopping the Confederate cavalry of Major Gen. J.E.B. Stuart; a lieutenant colonel from Mason who was struck down at the famed ‘Copse of Trees’ while fighting Pickett’s Charge, and a young woman from Detroit who enhanced her growing national reputation as a com­ bat medic. By the end of the threeday battle, one third of the soldiers from Michigan who had fought to defend the Union had become casual­ ties. The Civil War history seminar is free and open to the public. debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, July 11, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ licc aucon auction orvenue or venue for orpurposes purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF HASTINGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: The West 3 rods of Lot 6 of Block 1 of James Dunnings Addition to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. Commonly known address: 654 W.. Greenn Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 ID 009-00 The period within which Parcel Number: 08-55-035the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: May 17, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for EMPLOYMENT [Village of Vermontville Treasurer Candidate performs administrative work conducting daily business activities of the village, including statutory treasurer functions. The treasurer will have custody of money, bonds, mortgages, notes, leas­ es and evidences of value belonging to the village. The treasurer will receive all money, keep and account of all receipts and expenditures, and perform monthly bank reconciliations. The treasurer will perform duties related to assessing property, levying taxes, keep an accounting of all taxes, and make reports to the clerk and council as required by law and the council. A minimum of 16 hours of work per week required during the first 90 days probationary period. Knowledge of BS&A and Excel preferred. Interested candidates, please submit the following or your application may not be considered: 1) Completed Village of Vermontville application. Applications may be picked up at the village office or at www.vermontville-mi.gov. 2) Cover letter. 3) Resume, including three professional references. 4) Official sealed college transcript or copy of request submitted to college (if applicable). 5) Current certifications, if applicable. Please submit the above to: president@vermontville-mi.gov AND clerk@vermontville-mi.gov or The Village of Vermontville Box K, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Position will be open until filled. Any questions, concerns or clarifications, please contact the Village office at 517-726-1429, clerk@vermontville-mi.gov Full job description available at www.vermontville-mi.gov Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (06-08)(06-29) 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 please contact our office at (248) number listed below. MORT­ 844-5123. This firm is a debt col­ GAGE SALE - Default has been lector attempting to collect a made in the conditions of a cer­ debt. Any information obtained tain mortgage made by: Carl will be used for this purpose. If Forsythe, An Unmarred Man, and you are in the Military, please Tammy L. Peters, An Unmarried contact our office at the number Woman to Mortgage Electronic listed below. THE FORECLOS­ Registration Systems, Inc., as ING PARTY ANTICIPATES BID­ nominee for America's Wholesale DING LESS THAN THE FORE­ Lender, its successors and CLOSING PARTY’S OPINION assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 17, 2006 and recorded August 28, 2006 in Instrument # SALE - Default has been made 1169197 Barry County Records, in the conditions of a certain Michigan. Said mortgage was mortgage made by: David E. assigned to: to BAC Home Loans Neeson, single man to Security Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP, by Barron & Associates, Mortgagee, assignment dated March 29, dated November 9, 1998 and 2011 and recorded April 15, 2011 recorded November 13, 1998 in in Instrument # Instrument # 1020719 , and re- 201104150004237 on which recorded on May 20, 2013 in mortgage there is claimed to be instrument # 2013-006642 Barry due at the date hereof the sum of County Records, Michigan. Said One Hundred Eighty-Three mortgage was assigned through Thousand Eight Hundred Ninetymesne assignments to:Spartan One Dollars and Forty-Two Cents Equities High Yield Fund I, LLC, ($183,891.42) including interest by assignment dated September 7.125% per annum. Under the 19, 2012 and recorded March 4, power of sale contained in said 2013 in Instrument # 2013­ mortgage and the statute in such 002377 on which mortgage there case made and provided, notice is claimed to be due at the date is hereby given that said mort­ hereof the sum of Sixty-Two gage will be foreclosed by a sale Thousand Six Hundred Ten of the mortgaged premises, or Dollars and Sixty-Six Cents some part of them, at public ven($62,610.66) including interest due, Circuit Court of Barry 8.25% per annum. Under the County at 1:00PM on June 27, power of sale contained in said 2013 Said premises are situated mortgage and the statute in such in Township of Thornapple, Barry case made and provided, notice County, Michigan, and are is hereby given that said mort­ described as: The East 132 feet gage will be foreclosed by a sale of the West 30 acres of the North of the mortgaged premises, or one-half of the Southeast onesome part of them, at public ven­ quarter of Section 32, Town 4 due, Circuit Court of Barry North, Range 10 West, except County at 1:00PM on July 11, the North 583 feet thereof; also 2013 Said premises are situated the South 208.71 feet of the West in City y of Freeport, p , Barry y County, y, 181 feet of the East 313 feet Michigan, and are described as: thereof. Also a strip of land Commencing 12 Rods West of described as: The North one-half the Northeast comer of Section of the Southeast one-quarter of 21, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Section 32, Town 4 North, Range thence South 13 three-quarter 10 West, except the West 30 Rods, thence West 8 Rods, acres thereof. Also except the thence North 13 three-quarter East 50 acres thereof. Commonly Rods, thence East to the place of known as 11377 Davis Rd, beginning. Commonly known as Middleville Ml 49333 The 1884 E. M-43 Hwy AKA 1940 redemption period shall be 6 Carlton Center Road, Freeport months from the date of such Ml 49325 The redemption period sale, unless determined aban­ shall be 6 months from the date doned in accordance with MCL of such sale, unless determined 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in abandoned in accordance with which case the redemption periMCL 600.3241 or MCL od shall be 30 days from the date 600.3241a, in which case the of such sale, or upon the expira­ redemption period shall be 30 tion of the notice required by days from the date of such sale, MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is or upon the expiration of the later; or unless MCL notice required by MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the prop­ 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later; erty is sold at foreclosure sale or unless MCL 600.3240(17) under Chapter 32 of the Revised applies. If the property is sold at Judicature Act of 1961, under foreclosure sale under Chapter MCL 600.3278, the borrower will 32 of the Revised Judicature Act be held responsible to the person of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, who buys the property at the the borrower will be held respon­- mortgage foreclosure sale or to sible to the person who buys the the mortgage holder for damagproperty at the mortgage foreclo- ing the property during the period. 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M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 15,2013 Summer track program planned to bring fun, fitness Registration is Monday Maple Valley Track Club is starting this summer with a mission to promote fitness, friendship and fun for all ages through running, walk­ ing and track and field activ­ ities, said organizer Jassen Dowling. Registration will be Monday, June 17, from 5:30 to 6 p.m. at the athletic field. The club will provide edu­ cation through training, coaching and support in a safe environment, said Dowling. Each Monday night, beginning June 17 through July 22, Dowling plans to For Sale Business Services SLAB WOOD for sale, Nashville area. $20 a bundle, quantity discounts. Also 4x4 rough sawn oak and maple boards.. Call for pricing. (269)804-7865 or (269)7213788. BASEMENT WATERPROOFING: PROFESSIONAL BASEMENT SERVICES waterproofing, crack repair, mold remediation. Local/licensed. Free estimates. 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Main, Vermontville 5J7-726-1500 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66 Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 616-374-1200 Boys Basketball Youth Camp Mon - Wed, June 24-26 8:00 ■ 10:00 am at MV Jr/Sr HS Gym Hosted by MV Boys Varsity Basketball Team Open to all youth 2nd - 8th Grade $20 - includes T-shirt Registration starts 7:30 am Mon. June 24 Childs Name Grade Age Address Dr. Christine Beardsley, threaten to quit if they had to come here,” added ERESA superintendent in a follow-up telephone conver­ Superintendent Ronna Steel. In advocating for a sation Friday with the Maple change, Burd suggested that Valley News said there is a Maple Valley withdraw from shortage of school psycholo­ ERESA and move to the gists and speech therapists. Barry Intermediate School At no charge to Maple District, a move that, he said, Valley, $18,000 was paid to would benefit Maple Valley buy out contracts with Sunbelt Staffing, to meet the by $300,000 per year. BISD serves two individ­ needs at Maple Valley. In an excerpt from a ual districts, Hastings and Delton Kellogg. ERESA is March 19 letter sent to composed of six districts, Heinze Beardslee said, Charlotte, Eaton Rapids, “President Heinze, I speak Grand Ledge, Maple Valley, not only for myself, but for Potterville, and Oneida- my entire district when I say Strange. that we value your trust in us In order for Maple Valley to provide quality, timely to switch to a different ISD, and professional services ...I however, ERESA would have always considered ours have to provide an official to be a respectful and pro­ release, the Maple Valley ductive working relationship school board would have to and look forward to working approve the release and the with Superintendent Steel to destination ISD (the Ionia meet the needs of MVS stu­ ISD was also mentioned) dents moving forward... “ would have to accept the A public hearing to pres­ transfer. ent Maple Valley’s proposed “At some point we have to budget for 2013-14 and the stop letting people kick us amended budget for 2012-13 around,” contended Burd. is set for 7 p.m. and will be Steel asked to table the hosted by Sydloski in the conversation due to a con­ administration board room. flict of interest as Steel will Heinze suggested inviting be the BISD superintendent Dr. Christine Beardslee, effective July 1. ERESA superintendent, to In a follow up conversa­ the Monday, June 24 budget tion with the Maple Valley meeting. Steel offered to News on Thursday, current- extend the invitation. BISD Superintendent Jeff The school aid budget has Jennette said BISD is not passed in the Michigan interested in “stealing” any­ House of Representatives one from another ISD. and Senate and is on the way Jennette did confirm, though, to the governor to sign. Some that there would be a savings of the highlights include a to Maple Valley taxpayers if $60 per pupil increase for the the switch was made from lowest foundation districts. ERESA to BISD as ERESA This equates to $7,026 per collects 3.87 mills and BISD pupil from the previous would be 1.95 in compari­ $6,966. In addition, there is a son. one-time $50 per pupil equi­ “They get a vocational ty payment. Included is the millage,” said Jennette of MPSERS cost offset reduc­ ERESA. This millage allows tion reduced about $38 per Maple Valley students to pupil from around $100 per attend Lansing Community pupil. College. Jennette said stu­ The Best Practices Funds dents in the BISD attend the is set at $52 per pupil, said tech center in Battle Creek, Sydloski. but pay a tuition rate to do If Maple Valley meets the so. qualification guidelines, “It all comes down to there is the potential to serving students,” said receive $100 per pupil of Jennette. Student Performance Funds. As for added services, In 2012-13 the district quali­ such as therapists not want­ fied for $40 per pupil. ing to drive to Maple Valley The state has also added from ERESA, Jennette said Sec. 147c MPSERS Health those specialists now servic- Prefunding. It has been ing Delton Schools out of included in the current budg­ BISD would have a shorter et and next year’s budget. drive to Maple Valley. “In essence, we will receive revenues from the state in the form of state aid payments and will be billed for the same amount from the Office of Retirement. So it would be a wash,” said Sydloski. “Unfortunately, at this time schools don’t know the amount they will be receiv­ ing from the state as well as how to account for those funds.” Even though finalized numbers have not been pro­ vided, districts are required to present budgets by June 30. Accuracy demands are high. If a district’s projec­ tions are off by as little as 1 percent, districts will receive a letter from the Michigan Office of Audits with a com­ pliance finding. In the other business on Tuesday, the board: • Paid the general fund bills of $117,124; athletic bills, $8,334; food service bills, $35,646; May 17 pay­ roll, $218,705; May 24 coaching and schedule B payroll, $61,913 and May 31 payroll, $218,714. • Approved School of Choice participation for 2013-14. • Set a budget hearing for Monday, June 24, 7 p.m. in the administration office board room. • Approved the Lansing Community College articula­ tion agreement with Maple Valley1 Schools for high school diploma completion initiative between Maple Valley Schools and LCC, June 2013-16. • Approved the first read­ ing of revisions to board policies, outlined and recom­ mended by NEOLA as pre­ sented for the Maple Valley Board of Education Policy manual. • Authorized an advisory committee to be comprised of community members and board members to manage the changes at Fuller, and take in hand, communication challenges. The board then entered into a closed session for the purpose of negotiations. The special meeting for the purpose of discussing the 2013-14 budget on Monday, June 24, at 7 p.m. will pre­ cede the board’s next regular meeting on Monday, July 8, at 7 p.m. ATTENTION RETIREES Earn extra cash! Phone Number Size T-shirt Children’s Adult’s BUDGET, continued from page 1 S S M M L L DELIVERINC LOCAL PAPERS LOCAL PAPERS NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR Checks payable to Maple Valley Boys Basketball Early Registration: Please mail check and form to: MV Boys Basketball 5715 S. M-66 Hwy Nashville, Ml 49073 or bring to 1st day of camp If you have any questions call Coach Ewing at 517-749-5218. Thank You DRIVING ROUTES EARN A WEEKLY BASE PAY ... ... plus Insert Pay. Apply in person at... 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Michigan �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, June 15,2013 — Page 11 Maple syrup producers report record year <. S Yi’LHv Ii'lib’.k <bS> % ii’H 'lb. b> % i %L S S S 'SxSSS xSSS <?ASu A$S*u. <?$ S ‘> >£ £S S S»'« * » *«» *» * S* ^SuivjC!1 ^*Sj! 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In 2012, Johnson said Michigan producers sold 60 percent of their syrup retail, 24 percent wholesale, and 16 percent bulk. The average price per gallon for 2012 was $51.60, up $7.80 from 2011. The value of production for 2012 Was $3.35 million, decreasing from $5.39 mil­ lion in 2011. The 2013 United States maple J syrup production totaled 3.25 million gallons, up 70 percent from the previ­ ous year, In 2012, prevailing high temperatures limited sap flow. The number of taps was estimated at 10.6 mil­ lion, nationally, 8 percent above the 2012 total of 9.77 million. Yield per tap was estimated to be .308 gallon, up 58 percent from the previ- ttK __ Until*1 g ri tiisiwM km J^'1®85 Kp fepaM*1 [■jy jpjutelllM EWING WELL DRILLING INC. e li Sip From the Pulpit Leaving a legacy by Pastor Gary Simmons The older I get, the more my home resembles a museum. That’s because, as I have outlived my parents and grandparents, I have inherited many of those price­ less memorabilia that are priceless only to me. Most of these things are simple items like a clock, a mirror, a chair or a vase. But these things remind me ofmy fam­ ily elders who paved the way for my existence today. One of the items I treasure most is my father’s Worker’s New Testament. This little Bible reminds me of his faithfulness in serving Christ within a local church for most of his adult life. He was the model of an ordinary, genuine, volunteer layperson whom pastors love to have standing beside them. No doubt, the example of my father had a huge impact upon my call and commitment to become a pastor. A similar influence, can be seen in the life of Noah. Before God destroyed the earth with a flood, he found only one man who was truly righteous enough to save and continue humanity. But the man, Noah, didn’t find favor in God’s eyes by accident. If you read carefully, you will notice that his Grandpa Enoch was very close with God. Enoch walked so closely with God that God allowed him to just slip away with God without the going through the experience of death. Wow. What a spiritual giant in Noah’s family tree. What an enormous impact Enoch must have had on Noah’s spiritual char­ acter. Fathers, you may feel like you have not had the kind of positive influence from your ancestors to help mold you into a Godly man. But you can change the course of your family history today with your personal choic­ es. I encourage you to put your faith in the forgiveness ofJesus Christ. Walk in his ways. Be fair, generous and humble with others. Attend and support your local church. Make a difference for your children and grand­ children today by living a life that points them to the love and goodness of our God. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available STANTON'S ESTATE AUCTION OF REAL ESTATE A PERSONAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 736 Durkee Street (M-66) on the South side of Nashville. FRIDAY, JUNE 21,206 • 10:00 AM 2004 Chevrolet 1/2 two door pickup, 128,000 miles; Shop & plumbing equipment with Grizzly 912, planer; Grizzly dust col­ lection system; Craftsman, SKF, Rockwell tools; Plumbing items - pipe, fittings, etc.; Sheet metal equipment; Good group of furniture grade oak lumber - 10”x12” wide x 10’± long; Number of pieces of oak plywood; Honda Model 250SX 3 wheeler ATV; Sea Nymph “Traveler” 12’ flat bottom fishing boat w/trailer; Amana medium size chest type freezer; GE refrigera­ tor; Johnson 7 1/2 hp outboard motor; Vexilar fish finder; Flat bottom fishing boat; Stihl & Homelite chain saws; Toro CCR2450 snowblower; Two sled type ice fishing shantys; and lots more to be sold including metal, iron and some hardware. Two apartment buildings located at 107 Maple Street to be sold at 6:00 p.m. ESTATE OF ROBERT (BOB) BETTS, OWNER (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE IO 8 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa we also urged citizens to join an effort to open a gas price investigation. You can sign the petition at LowerMIGasPrices.com. I will continue to advocate for you and look into any leg­ islative options that are available. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News action ads! NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Vermontville ZBA Zoning Variance Request Monday, June 24, 2013 • 7 p.m. Village Office Zoning request from 208 E. 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At the press conference, Gerald and Anne Kent 1 • Residential * Pumps - Tanks * Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well As I listen to your con­ cerns at your doorsteps, at coffee hours or calls to my office, one issue that has come to the forefront is con­ cern over high gas prices. People are outraged and frus­ trated over the hikes at the gas pump and want to know why. Families are already on tight budgets, and now going to work, the grocery store or taking their kids to the doctor will hit their pocketbooks even more. People deserve answers. Why is Michigan consistent­ ly among the highest in the nation for gas prices? Why was the reason for the recent spike? Are gasoline prices being set by unscrupulous producers, wholesalers or retailers? Is price fixing going on? These high prices not only affect families but the state’s tourism industry and the overall health of Michigan’s economy. To address these concerns, I supported a resolution and participated in a press con­ ference urging State Attorney General Bill Schuette to conduct an inves­ tigation to determine why gasoline prices have spiked and to report the findings, along with policy options, to the legislature. If producers, wholesalers or retailers are suspected of price fixing, Beginning July 1, Gary Simmons will be the Pastor of the Nashville, Vermontville and Woodland United Methodist churches. SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS •Commercial • Farm than last year. The earliest sap flow reported was Jan. 1 in New York. The latest sap flow reported to open the season was Feb. 15 in Wisconsin. On average nationally, the season lasted 37 days, com­ pared with 24 days in 2012. Attorney general should investigate gas prices OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP gOLM LM’M B ous season’s yield. All states showed an increase in production from the previous year, Johnson said.. Cool temperatures in the early spring months delayed budding of maple trees which contributed to a longer season of sap flow 144 South Main St. P.O. Box 146 Vermontville, Ml 49096 k)68i5i90 |L Phone: 517-726-0181 Fax: 517-726-0060 e-mail: stantonsauctions@sbcglobal.net www.stantons-auctions.com Selling real estate and all types of property, at auction, anywhere. Jerry andAnne will be celebrating their 60th Wedding Anniversary on June 27,2013. They were married at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Charlotte, Michigan, n, They raised three children, Kristine (Jeff) Hynes,, Teresa (Tom) Gloden and John (Denise) Kent and have 6 grown Grandchildren, Stephanie, Rebecca, Jennifer and Kelly, Kiel and Brett. Anne and Jerry loved spending time with their grandchildren and especially enjoyed spending time with theirfamily at their cottage on Lake Mitchell. One ofthe manyfond memories was watching the grandkids riding the golfcart around the yard and always had a good meal with lots ofyummy desserts waiting when they were done. Jerry andAnne lived in Nashville and worked together in thefamily business, Kent Oil Company, later known as Kent Oil and Propane,for over 47years until they retired in 1996. g ig M G Ig f g, I Being together for over 60 years and still in love as much as they were on June 27,1953. Congratulations may be mailed to them at 2555 S. M-66, Nashville, MI 49073 q. Congratulations Mom and Dad, we 1 %. �Page 12 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 15,2013 Lions nearly no-hit in Division 3 Regional Semifinal The Lions talk things over in the outfield after their 8-0 loss to Calvin Christian in the Division 3 Regional Semifinal at Kircher Municipal Field in Lansing Saturday after­ noon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor X four-year varsity senior came up with the big hit with two outs in the bottom ofthe seventh inning .of the Division 3 Regional Semifinals at Kircher Municipal Field in Lansing Saturday for Maple Valley. The cirucumstances weren’t all the stuff of leg­ end though. Lion catcher Tyler Hickey bounced a ball past the mound and just over second base, as Calvin Christian shortstop Seth Ritsema and second baseman Brad Visser dove to try and make the play and preserve the no-hit­ ter for teammate Jamie Bristol. “For it to be (Hickey) that breaks it up just kind of seems fitting that we go out with him pulling us through one more time on some­ thing,” said Maple Valley head coach Keith Carpenter. Bristol did complete the shut out, getting the Lions’ Tommy Mudge to pop out to shortstop to end an 8-0 Squire victory. Calvin Christian then went on to beat Lansing Catholic 5-3 in the regional championship game. “He’s our number two, but Jamie (Bristol) has number one stuff and he showed it today,” Calvin Christian head coach Andrew Bishop said after the win over the Lions. “He’s one of those people that’s a big-game pitcher. When the pressure is on he likes to step up and perform. We’re very pleased Maple Valley starter Austin Gonser hurls the ball towards the plate during the top of the third inning against Calvin Christian in Lansing Saturday afternoon. . (Photo by Brett Bremer) with the way he threw today.” “When his curveball is on and his fastball is in the strike zone he’s just a tough pitcher.” .Bristol only faced 23 bat­ ter in seven innings on the Hansbarger^ Heating & flir Conditioning financing Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and j Available Available ; flir Conditioners vaae; Full Line of Indoor flir Quality Products FREE Estimates RUUD Licensed 6 Insured Vermontville • Cole Hansbarger, Owner mound. Garrett Miller drew a lead-offwalk in the bottom of the third and moved to second on a perfect sacrifice bunt by Anthony Mahler, but was stranded there. Bristol struck out six, walked the one and gave up the one hit. -The Squires had all the runs they would need off of Lion starter Austin Gonser in the first inning. Calvin Christian’s Seth Ritsema led off the game with a walk. Gonswer retired the next two batters, but then came three straight hits which brought home two runs. Danny Carrasco drilled a two-out double to left cen­ ter field to score Ritsema. Visser then singled home Carrasco, . before Josh DeYoung dropped a single down the right field line. Maple Valley’s Tyler Hickey drives the ball through the middle of the infield for the Lions’ lone hit in their loss to Calvin Christian in the Division 3 Regional Semifinals in Lansing Saturday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Lions’ Garrett Miller (13) gets a jump off second base in the bottom of the third inning as Calvin Christian shortstop Seth Ritsema holds him near the bag Saturday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) “We fielded the ball, and made the plays behind Gons(er),” .Carpenter said. “He started a little nervous in the first. He settled down and pitched a great game like he has all year for us.” Gonser only allowed one more hit. In six innings, Gonser allowed four hits and five runs, he walked four and hit a batter. The Squires upped their lead to 5-0 with three runs in the top of the sixth, without the benefit of a hit. A pair of walks and a hit batter loaded the bases. The first run came home on a sacrifice fly by Ross VanSolkema. The sec­ ond scored on a wild pitch, and the third run came home on a sacrifice bunt from Drew Besselsen. “Walks got us going a lit- tle bit,” Bishop said. “We were trying to be patient. Our pitching and defense have kept us in games all year. We just kind of grind it out with our bats until we get that one break-out inning. It’s a testament to our guys. They just stayed focused, worked the pitch count up there, got a couple pitches and we were able to get a couple ofballs to fall.” The Squires added three runs in the top of the seventh off of Lion reliever Andrew Brighton, thanks to four hits including a double by Ritsema and an RBI single from Visser. The Lions ended that Calvin Christian surge with a 4-6-3 double play. Carrasco, Visser and Ritsema had two hits each to lead the Squire attack. The Lions end the year with a 21-9 record. “I’m proud of my kids/’ Carpenter said. “I’ve got five seniors that have done a lot for our program and we hate to see them go, but they’ve really been a catalyst since they were freshmen to get us heading in the right direc­ tion. When they came in as freshmen, I think the year before we won only four, five or six games. We weren’t very good. We are a 21-win team this year with a district championship, so those five kids have done a heck of a lot for our program.” The senior group includes Hickey, Miller, Mudge, Brandon Erwin and Garret Mater. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-06-22.pdf bedfe0ae0deb3a3203d45739e4794628 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY n e wss Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 25, June 22, 2013 A local paper oftoday! Schray addresses detractors at Nashville Village Council the wake of comments he Public hearing made to Gary White at an ... I would caution Mr. set for June 27 April 25 meeting of the Ohler in pursuing his council. White has been apparent obsession Seeking to clarify his posi­ videotaping meetings and tion in a long running debate sought the counsel of attor­ with Chief Schray, as I regarding the videotaping of ney Sarah Chandler who had feel that he is extreme­ meetings and of statements written a letter to Schray ly close to violating the he made, Nashville Village demanding a retracting of stalking statute and Police Chief Jerry Schray “your false statement.” leaves himself open to addressed the Village A letter from Robert E. possible criminal pros­ Council on June 13. Baker, Barry County ecution. I would also “Videotaping of meetings Undersheriff was also dis­ add that I do not under­ in and of itself is not a crime tributed to council members stand why the village and it will be allowed if done upholding Schray from com­ in accordance with the Open plaints addressed to the sher­ council continues to entertain Mr. Ohler’s Meetings Act and the iff’s department from Ron complaints when they Village’s policy,” said Ohler. have previously Schray. “However, the vil­ The letter addressed each lage will not tolerate harass­ of Ohler’s several com­ addressed them...” ment or intimidation of any plaints and concluded with, “ public official or disruption ... From everything present­ Robert E. Baker, of any public meeting and if ed I find nothing to indicate Barry County the village has probable any wrongdoing by Chief Undersheriff cause to believe that such Schray. Further, I would cau­ offenses are being commit­ tion Mr. Ohler in pursuing ted, appropriate actions will his apparent obsession with be taken. I am sorry for any Chief Schray, as I feel that he leaves himself open to possi­ confusion in the matter.” is extremely close to violat­ ble criminal prosecution. I Schray’s remarks came in ing the stalking statute and would also add that I do not understand why the village council continues to enter­ tain Mr. Ohler’s complaints when they have previously addressed them through the police committee meeting of Nov. 14, 2012.” In other business council approved the following: • The 2013 summer tax spread. The 2012 taxable value was $23,044,171 com­ pared to the 2013 value of $20,558,454. • Payment of bills totaling $58,139.39. • Disposal of media policy and procedures for the police department. • Granted the metro act permit extension to AT&T until 12-31-18 • Change of hours for the summer at transfer recycle to Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Council members Marcia Scramlin, and Terry Zoerman were absent from the meeting. Scouts attend council meeting in Vermontville Treasurer sought for village by Shari Carney Staff Writer Scouts from Troop 648 attended the regular meeting of the Vermontville Village Council Thursday, June 13. The scouts were working toward a community service badge, said leader Ron Hoyt. Council learned of five individuals who have expressed interest in the open treasurer’s position. The position is posted in the Maple Valley News with a listing of the job require­ ments. With trustees Charlie Viele and Mark Jorgensen absent, an auditor’s report was presented by Kathy Sheldon, certified public accountant, from Walker, Fluke and Sheldon of Hastings. Sheldon said there has been a lot of change in per­ sonnel over the past year and issues have been recti­ fied. Sheldon credited the village for hiring Laurie Tamez a certified pulic accountant last fall to rectify the books. “It is 150 percent better than last year,” said Sheldon. A clean opinion was granted. A clean opinion means no substantial errors were evident. The ending fund balance for the village, excluding Nashville woman arrested for false reporting of assault A 26-year-old Nashville woman has been arrested and charged with filing a false police report, accord­ ing to information from the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. Samantha Anne Minehart, 26, told police May 22 that she was assault­ ed by a man wielding a knife as she entered a bam at her home. The woman lives in Castleton Township, and officers were called to a residence on Center Road near Martin Road. Samantha Anne Minehart told deputies Minehart she was threatened by the suspect and, after a brief struggle, she reported she Barry County Court on a was cut on her neck and charge of false reporting a felony. stomach and then stabbed. In an earlier story about She also told police she alleged incident, fired two shots at the sus­ the Samantha’s mother, Patty pect as he fled the scene. Barry County Sheriff’s Minehart, said police had deputies, Michigan State been called to her home on Police and Nashville Police three occasions for suspi­ officers searched the area cious suspects. Patty Minehart told news for the suspect, but no one reporters the only reason she was found. Sheriff’s detectives re­ cbuld imagine anyone want­ interviewed Minehart about ing to harm her family was the alleged incident. She because her husband was a admitted during questioning public safety officer in that she made up the stories Kalamazoo. Officer John and had inflicted her own Minehart, died in 2008 from health complications after wounds. Minehart was arrested being hit in the line of duty June 19 and arraigned in in 1991. Boy Scout Troop 648 members attended the Vermontville Village Council meeting Thursday, June 13 to earn a community service badge. Scouts and council members in attendance are (from left) Andrew Hoyt, Giacinto Lucci, Graham Godbey, Andrew Hanford, Ruth Wineman, Sue Villanueva, Sandy Hosey, Jason Sheridan and Garry Another picture perfect car show Patrick. water and sewer is $840,942. Water and sewer is its own entity with a fund balance of $1,495,479. This total reflects assets minus liabili­ ties. Things looked very good with good systems now in place, said Sheldon referenc­ ing the work done by Tamez. “The consultant has done an outstanding job,” said Wineman. Department of Public Works Director Monte O’Dell was acknowledged by Wineman and Sheldon for keeping meticulous records. O’Dell has been recovering from a recent hospitalization but was present at the meet­ ing and is back to work. In the DPW report, O’Dell thanked the council for its support during the absence and added the six month budget looks good, explaining that an overage in the gas and oil category of $1,238 was due to the rising prices. During the public com­ ment period, Doug Kelsey invited council members to attend an upcoming “Save Our Curtain” event coming to the Vermontville Opera House. An actor, Dave Ehlert, will be portraying Abraham Lincoln and Mark Twain in a 90-minute pres­ entation on Saturday, June 29. All proceeds will go to the preservation and the restoration of a theater cur­ tain stored at the Opera House. Theresa O’Dell asked for funding for repairs on Spring Street. Council approved the following: • The auditor’s report • Permission to Nicole Hansen for a right-of-way to put in road access for the property on 600 Elm Strett. • Clarification for meet and greet with the community to be Saturday, July 13 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Village Square. The meet and greet will run in con­ junction with the farmer’s market. • Vacation request for DPW employee Terry Samann. Madelyn Gilfoyle poses for a photograph while seated in a classic car Saturday. Madelyn’s mother, Jessica Gilmore captures the moment. (Photo by Caryn Bracy) See story and photos on page 12. In This Issue • NACC announces raffle winners during Valley Rally • Putnam Library offers specials Monday, Tuesday and Thursday • Horse feathers grace Chester Road farm • 13th Annual Car Show and Valley Rally re-cap �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 22,2013 NACC announces raffle winners during Valley Rally The Nashville Area Citizens Coalition announced the winners of a raffle featuring art work donated by three area artists, on Saturday during the Valley Rally and Car Show. First prize of an original ironwork sculpture by Doug and Kim Kalnback was awarded to Joan Elliston of Nashville. Second prize, an acrylic painting ofboaters on the Thornapple River by Shari Carney, went to Mike Paradowski of Shelbyville and third prize, a stained glass Trillium by Michelle Dunkelberger, went to Jason Tietz of Hastings. A craft show was held in conjunction with the raffle and Dexter proclaimed it a great success with positive feedback from the partici­ pants. Several crafters have signed up for the next show during the Christmas season in the Kellogg Educational Center Saturday, Dec. 14. “We were absolutely thrilled with the results,” said Nashville Area Citizens Coalition Chairman Shirley Dexter (left), board member Marcia Scramlin and Dexter’s grandson Chase Look are overseeing the craft show sponsored by NACC during the 13th Annual Classic Car Show and Valley Rally Saturday. These three works of art by area artists are donations for a raffle by the Nashville Area Citizens Coalition. The ironwork planter is by Doug and Kim Kalnbach, the acrylic painting by Shari Carney and the stained glass Trillium is by Michelle Dunkelberger. All artists reside in Nashville. Dexter who looks forward to Nash Bash, a Halloween event, the next community activity sponsored by NACC. The next regular meeting of NACC is scheduled for Monday, July 15, at 7 p.m. in the Kellogg Educational Center. Weather hampering summer road work by Kathy Maurer Copy Editor The Place to Go for Professional Styling Brad Lamberg, managing director of the Barry County MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN Road Commission, is feeling HAIR STYLING & NAILS under the weather these days, or rather, under the pressure Open Wednesday - Friday ofthe weatherswhich has set S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. the road commission back nearly a month. 1-517-852-9481 Road crews had nearly The phone number for open burning permits in finished repairing washouts Assyria Township is 269­ on the county’s 473 miles of gravel roads created by April 763-3262. * rains, when heavy rains came * 4^ through in May and yet again ..' ..o last week. GARDEN CENTER J- A N D S C A PJ N G) “We had done a fairly thorough job of that after the __ _F_L__A_T__S_ _$ __1_0_'ea oun A__N__N_U__A_L floods in April. 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Lunch $9.99 • Dinner $11.99 any culvert replacement. SATURDAY Milbocker and Sons, a con­ FRIDAY - PBIME BIBS and BIBS tractor from Allegan, has SATURDAY - SEAFOOD and removed the large culvert PBIME BIB BUFFET $18.99 and will build a bridge that will sit 27 feet, or nearly SUNBAY BBUNCB three stories, above the sur­ Seafood and 12.99 (Seniors $11.99) face of the water. Prime Rib Buffet-ALSOThe steep hill and quick \Exp.: 6-30-13 • Comer Landing Cafe/ MEATLOAF with Mashed Potatoes & Gravy and dip at the bottom of Corn on the Cob $6.99 Lawrence Road just east of LIVE Charlton Park earned notori­ ety for the road, which, July 13 Shannon Hughes • July 20 Steve 8 Susie i before being removed, bore numerous gouges, nicks and scrapes in the pavement where cars bottomed out as evidence of- the dramatic change in grade. Lamberg said other roads may be at higher elevations, but Lawrence Road over High Correction Call anytime tor Maple Valley ads 269-945-9554 or 1-890-870-7985 *1 OFF Sunday Brunch *2 OFF Saturday, June 29th We Three Strings | CORNER landing Bank Creek had the sharpest sections, and teams of two change in grade of all county full-time employees are responsible for each section. roads. “They systematically The new bridge will cost $1.7 million, with funding move through those runs, or coming from the Critical areas, fixing up those roads, Bridge Fund program, the working first on the most U.S. Fish and Wildlife dangerous,” Lamberg said. Lately, they’ve been doing Service, as well as local funds. Lamberg said they are a lot of scraping, or grading, hoping to have it completed to fill in the washed-out sides of the roads. They use their by the end of August. Then, Milbocker and Sons trucks for much ofthat work, will head north on Charlton he said, but sometimes, in Park Road to replace decking severe cases, crews need one on the bridge over the of the county’s four graders Thornapple River between to properly level the road the historic park and M-79. again. That project, Lamberg said, “Some of the repairs the is scheduled to begin after trucks can do; some need Labor Day, to fit better with gravel hauled in,” he said. Charlton Park’s schedule, “Some need a grader that can and is expected to be com­ move the gravel around bet­ pleted in November. ter than the trucks can. A third contracted project Thankfully, they don’t is a new overlay on Heath always need a grader.” Road, between M-37 and the Crews are even using a M-37/M-43 junction. That bulldozer on some of the work is underway and should worst roads right now, he be done by July 4, he said. said. The road commission’s Gravel roads are not the normal summer to-do list only thing that wash away includes mowing, drainage with the rain. The mineral projects and lots of attention well brine that is used to to gravel roads, such as haul­ minimize dust on gravel ing gravel, filling dust-con­ roads also washes away with trol contracts the road com­ the rain, he said. Then, if mission has with townships, trucks and graders have to and reducing berms. But all move the gravel around, the of that work is three to four brine is no longer at the top. weeks behind now, Lamberg But the rain seems to have said, and regarding the berm reduced the number of calls work, “it’s a question to the road commission. whether we’ll get to that at “Compared to last year’s all now.” ultra-dry summer and the Along with a crew of 21 dust complaints, we haven’t full-time employees, had as many washout com­ Lamberg said part-time, sea­ plaints,” he said. “Both are sonal and even some retired still very significant for resi­ employees help keep the dents. But, it seems to be county’s 1,065 miles of road people are more tolerant of in shape. That includes all washouts than dust.” paved and gravel roads in 16 Lamberg said he and the township, except for state rest of the road commission highways and the streets crew just hope they can get within the municipalities of ahead of the weather and Hastings, Middleville and keep drivers and residents Nashville. happy, now and down the To maintain roads, the road. county is divided into nine �Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday. June 22, 2013 — Page 3 Putnam Library offers specials Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Friend of the Library member, Tim Smith, introduces the Ionia Community Band at the 2011 Lyrics on the Lawn performance. The group returns to play Thursday, June 25, at 6:30 p.m. ■Jw . mm.T T< < s ril L.J‘ ril L-J‘ ’“M “kje loon|tal t® rtltdllBBlt aiilta tettaftr, lOuta be slid, tastate!! I itkli! Mtrnmiai ow lit rtmUjifarr ita tppi]Indits llffl 1® obtrssaii tat tnds ata a c Dig Into Reading contin­ ues Monday at Putnam District Library at 11 a.m. for kids in preschool through fifth grade. Continued care for the children's garden, eat­ ing salad as a result of their labor, and investigating sand are on the agenda. Tuesday night, Lyrics on the Lawn continues with a visit from the Ionia Community Band at 6:30 p.m. More than 30 musicians will entertain from o.ver 17 towns featuring various gen­ res of music. The live out­ door music series is spon­ sored by the Friends of Putnam District Library and the Thornapple Arts Council and continues through July 16. In case of inclement weather, performances will move to MainStreet Banquet Hall. DfUi Ai t Li IiTtYv = ± om a nd on Faceb ool twilight BARGAIN DA,LY 4:00-6:00 PM • sicludea Digital 3D P««m @ stadium Seating SHOWTIMES 6/22- 6/27 Jigii gii . ,| TITLES MD TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE O MONSTERS UNIVERSITY (Q) urnn up. num nwhsat. vn mm am tt.M pubmum pm n ticket JgsHJfr )j|CO0»# Wi® DAILY 4:30.9:50 O® WORLD WAR 2 (PG-13) SAT-SUN 11:20,1:50,7:10 MON-TH 7:10 O® MAN OF STEEL (PG-13) SAT-SUN 12:30,3:30,6:30, 9:30 MON-TH 3:30. 6:30, 9:30 Q THIS IS THE END (R) SAT-SUN 11:10. 1:40, 4:20. 7:00. 9:40 MON -TH 4:20. 7:00,9:40 Cole Clark constructed a rabbit habitat featuring a beacon system to be named the May Lego Club winner for Putnam District Library. Cole and other Lego enthu­ siasts will be building at Putnam District Library's first Lego Block Party of the year Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. (,<M>/ looks [[ijjtii MM ba® it ba® Extended Tanning g Hours For Your — Convenience S •^..i $ ( 9“$ Buy 2 products or tools <"June GET 1 FREE (in-stock products or tools) 5«*'/ 5« jitd.jd rjr// // *.? |X |X/ x$ x$' Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, June 24 Roast pork and gravy, stuffing, baby baked pota­ toes. green beans, orange. Tuesday, June 25 Teriyaki chicken, far east blend vegetables, rice, peas, cherry crisp. Wednesday, June 26 Breakfast sandwich, sea­ soned potatoes, applesauce, orange tangerine, juice. Thursday, June 27 Swedish meatballs with noodles, mixed vegetables, cauliflower, banana. Friday, June 28 Baked chicken thigh, mashed potatoes and gravy, asparagus, apple crisp. Activities Calendar Monday, June 24 Hastings: PATH Class (4) 1 3:30; Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; Music with Sam; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Kinship Support 5:30-7 at Hastings Baptist Church. H,W,N - Reminiscence.< Tuesday, June 25 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call.945-9554 for more information. A 50’s & 60’s rock-n-roll band will entertain with rock-n-roll that all generations can appreciate. They will set the mood for car show weekend with a set filled with auto-themed tunes. ;|0* p* itiuii1 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold (5) 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, June 26 Hastings: Music with Sam; Nails: Card Making; Euchre 12:30 p.m.: Community Garden 10:30 a.m. Delton: Birthday Party: Reminis­ cence. Woodland: Sing-a­ Long. Thursday, June 27 Hastings: Barcroft's Boogie 10:30; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.: Beading Class 5 p.m. Tiger's Watch Party 1 p.m. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday June 28 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.: Writing class 9 a.m. Woodland: Sing-A­ Long: Visiting; Mini Massage 11 a.m. 327 North Main Street Nashville, Mi 49073-9578 Simultaneously, the knit and crochet group will meet Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. All are welcome from beginner to expert. Bring a project to work on and completed items for show and tell. Thursday night, the library hosts its first Lego Block SAT-SUN 11:00.1:30.4:10,6:45, 9:10 MON-TH 4:10,6:45. 9:10 o® 30 WORLD WAR Z (PG-13) |pdUW [dUUW WW***-S *-Sid |p Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, June 24 Sliced roast beef with cheddar cheese, three bean salad, tropical fruit, bun. Tuesday, June 25 Cottage cheese, black bean and tomato salad, Mandarin oranges, granola bar. Wednesday, June 26 Sliced turkey with Swiss cheese, potato salad, apricots, bun. Thursday, June 27 Tuna pasta salad, carrot raisin salad, applesauce, crackers. Friday, June 28 Asian chicken salad, pasta salad, jello with fruit, club crackers. Putnam District Library Tuesdays at 6:30 269-205-4900 Downtown Hastings Buitit.tt. THEATERS EGQTl.c= Z Af nn A3.UU o No iid staU Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, June 24 Roast pork and gravy, sweet potatoes, green beans, orange, roll. Tuesday, June 25 Teriyaki chicken, far east blend vegetables, rice, tossed salad, cherry crisp. Wednesday, June 26 Swedish meatbails and noodles, mixed vegetables, cauliflower, banana. Thursday, June 27 Baked potato bar, chili, tossed salad, tropical fruit, crackers. Friday, June 28 Baked chicken leg. qtr., au gratin potatoes, asparagus, sliced peaches, rolls. Bring your lawn chair & meet your neighbors at HASTINGS 4 ■ ion. IM and Schedule of Events June 11th, Blue Water Rockers Valley Rally Kick Off! idriilt, ‘IwW-1 Uni I* Commission on Aging Menu Lyrics on the Lawn j ta»iii pidtaKi* sh» K (er ilia tit ttdpjtil Itaij, b* pj «H lllllidl* barry County Special. Deva ‘Free item ofequal or lesser value kenra Stylists... Teri, Lynzie ^and Amy Camededt Sfc. out neut took 207 N, Main St, Nashville*517-852-0313 Foryour convenience, please use tack entrance : Party of the summer. The event is for all ages and runs from 6 to 8 p.m. Builders will use the library's blocks to create but are encouraged to bring show and tell items from home to share. The local history rooms, located upstairs, will also be open during this time. Book Discussion and Dessert meets Thursday at 7 p.m. June's title is Wonder by R.J. Palacio. All who have read the book are encouraged to attend. Any teen or adult who is regis­ tered to Dig Into Reading may attend to receive three entries into the summer read­ ing prize drawing. Putnam District Library is open Mondays, onays, Wednesdays, enesays, and Fridays 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays 3 to 8 p.m.; and Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visit the library online at www.putnamlib.org. June 18th, Thornapple Valley Dulcimer Society In addition to dulcimers, the group has members who play guitars, bass, mandolins, autoharps, mountain dulcimers, musical saw, and other instruments. June 25th, Ionia Community Band More than 30 musicians from 17 cities & towns across Mid and West Michigan will entertain with a variety of music. July 2nd, Bows *n Buddies A group of bowed instruments is joined by their “buddies” to create an eclectic sound, playing various musical genres. July 9th, Shannon Hughes No Family Left Indoors: Listen & Paint With guidance from this talented vocalist, explore your creativity while painting with your neighbors. July 16th, What Four Be entertained by this female quartet and accompanist whose sound ranges from traditional sacred to barbershop with a mix of classical and standards. The show must go on! RAIN LOCATION ... Main Street Theatre, 301 N. Main St. FRIENDS OF Advertising sponsorship provided by Daniels Funeral Home - Nashville, Mi PUTNAM DISTRICT LIBRARY T‘®ATREHoua as ngs y an Tborndppifi A11S C �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, June 22, 2013 Abe Lincoln and Mark Twain to visit Vermontville June 29 A live theatrical presenta­ tion entitled “Abe Lincoln, did for 39 years. He also Mark Twain and the Civil NASHVILLE, MI - Mr. in 1954. War” is set for Saturday, He was the husband of drove school bus for Maple Richard V. "Dick" Elliston, June 29, at 7 p.m. in the age 77, of Nashville, passed Lois (Phillips) Elliston. The Valley Schools for 13 years. Dick's life's pleasure was Vermontville Opera House. away Friday, June 14, 2013 couple was married on The 90-minute presenta­ at Borgess Medical Center in October 24, 1954. They his family. He loved camp­ tion is about how a Union ing with them, whether it be made their home together in Kalamazoo. president and a Confederate Richard was bom in the Nashville area where in Ludington, at Big Knob Campground in Michigan's deserter fought against slav­ Nashville on October 16, they raised their family. After graduating high Upper Peninsula or back at ery and racism in pre- and 1935, the son ofthe late Vem B. and Iza (Jarrard) Elliston school, Dick began work at the family pond. He enjoyed post-Civil War days. Several organizations Decker. He was raised in the Kellogg’s. During his time being outside using his John Nashville area and attended there, he held several posi­ Deere tractor while he did have joined together to bring local schools, graduating tions but primarily worked as his yard work. Each month Dave Ehlert to Vermontville. from Nashville High School a forklift operator which he Dick and Lois looked for­ Ehlert is an actor and imperward to the "cousins" dinner which was time for Dick to catch up with his extended family and enjoy their fel­ lowship. by Rosalynn Brummette Richard is survived by his Eaton County 4-Her Barry County Extension Calendar of Events wife of 59 years, Lois; two The Eaton County 4-H fair daughters, Cheryl (Johnny) is quickly approaching. Once Rabbit Tattooing, 9 a.m., Expo Center June 22 Hartwell, Cindy (Gary) July 7 is here, many 4-Hers Open Speed Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center June 23 Miller; his son, Rich (Linda) and their animals will be setTalent Show Pre-registration Deadline June 24 Elliston; his brother, Larry tled in at the fairgrounds. Barry County Shooting Sports Practice, 6:30 June 25 (Joan) Elliston; a stepsister, The Eaton County Fair is a p.m., BCCC Ardeen (Robert) Varney; tradition dating back to the July 2 Beef & Lamb Carcass Contest live judging, 7 three stepbrothers, John early 1900s. It is a place p.m., Expo Center (Judy) Decker, Larry (June) where hard-working youths July 3 Livestock Developmental Committee Decker, Elton Decker; five are able to showcase projMeeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center July 4 Fair Boards Meeting,7:30 p.m. Expo Center grandchildren, Christopher ects, some of which include July 7 (Billie Jo) Hartwell, Brent livestock. Swine Carcass Contest live judging, 5 p.m., (Cassie) Hartwell, Leah Expo Center It is expensive for a 4-H July 8 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 Elliston, Jennifer Elliston, member to buy an animal p.m., Expo Center Lucas Miller; three great- and pay for the feed and its Beef Carcass Contest hangingsjudging, 7 July 9 grandchildren, Austin care. One way to generate p.m., Byron Center Meats Hartwell, Alison Hartwell, funds is by selling the animal and Abeni Gardner. Lamb Carcass Contest hanging judging, 6 at the Eaton County 4-H p.m., Byron Center Meats He was preceded in death Junior Livestock Association Swine Carcass Contest hanging judging, 6:30 by his brother, Lowell Auction. The JLA sale this p.m., Byron Center Meats Elliston, and stepbrothers; year is Thursday, July 11, July 12 Non-Livestock Set-up, 7 p.m., Fairgrounds Alfred and Robert Decker. noon beginning with beef July 13-20 Fair Week Funeral services were held (dairy starters included), then July 13 Non-livestock Judging Day at the Daniels Funeral Home, sheep and swine. July 18 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Nashville, on Tuesday, June Purchasing an animal 18, 2013. Pastor Nancy through a livestock sale can Bitterling officiated. be quite intimidating, so in Tbcmfe Tom Memorial contributions order to have a good experi­ can be made to the local ence here are answers to a Wish Upon A Star program. few questions people might Funeral services were have as a new buyer. § entrusted to the Daniels Purchasing an animal Funeral Home in Nashville. from the 4-H livestock auc­ tion supports youths in the community. In addition, individuals or business buy­ ers receive several benefits, (Nashville Area Citizens Coalition) 5 including advertising at the sale and later in the newspai* Wants to THANK the local banks, per, tax deductions, quality 2 local businesses, the Village Council meat in the freezer, and a X sense of pride for helping a and Village employee's. young person understand and appreciate the I Also all the volunteers for the great consumer/marketing world. Subscribe to the If people are interested in job they did for the Valley Rally. buying an animal but unable Hastings Banner. to attend the auction, volun­ H Way to go Nashville! teers can bid on their behalf. Call 945-9554 for Call the Eaton County MSU 06815606 Extension office, 517-543­ K more information. 2310, for a proxy form. The mnvhjl £ form allows the buyer to choose and animal and set an amount limit. Buyers should arrive early. Registration starts at 9 a.m. in the back office of the Eaton County Fairgrounds • A where sale catalogs will be available. Each buyer will receive a number and have "Our Family Serving Yours” any questions answered. • Nashville’s Only Family Owned, Independently A barbecue luncheon will Operated Funeral Home b provided at 11 a.m. • Fully Staffed Children’s Resource Room A premium is a way to • Free Video Tribute • Barrier Free donate to a 4-Her without • Ample Parking • Accommodations Up to 300 purchasing an animal. Simply fill out a premium sheet before checking out to Scott A. Daniels assure the 4-Her receives the & Family donation. Owner/Manager 06815650 More than one person may Richard V. “Dick” Elliston WUffi W W aox portrays senator with an established career on the stage in 4-H livestock auction helps sellers and buyers CALENDAR OF EVENTS 1 Dave Ehlert Mark Twain. Branson, Mo. All proceeds will benefit the Save Our Curtain Project at the opera house. The stage curtain, constructed in 1899, features a hand-painted scene of Naples, Italy. The fabric is in need of profes­ sional cleaning and restora­ tion. Tickets for the show will be for $10 and are available through Independent Bank, the Vermontville Village office, or by calling 517-726­ 0574. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Rosalynn Brummette purchase the same animal. This option is perfect for small businesses and fami­ lies wanting to share the meat. For billing purposes, one person is designated as the bidder. The bills cannot be split. To bid, signal the auctioneer by raising a hand. The buyer who makes the final bid must make sure the auc­ tioneer has his or her name and buyer number so it can be announced and recorded accurately. Anyone who purchases an animal or gives a premium, must check out at the back office. There buyers will indicate if they would like the animal to be resold or processed and, if processed, at which facility. Checks must be made payable to Greenstone Farm Credit Services. Money orders are preferred. No debit or credit cards can be taken. Payment in full is required for animals to be processed the day of the sale or by 5 p.m. the following day, Friday, July 12. All animals that have not been paid for by that time will be shipped for resale. All other pay­ ments are due within 10 days of the sale. If the animal is to be processed, the buyer must choose a processing plant and make sure the clerk is aware of that choice by noon Friday July 12, or the animal will be shipped to a local bam for resale. JLA will provide trucking for all animals sold through the sale to all processors and resale bams. After the auc­ tion, it is the buyer’s respon­ sibility to contact the proces­ sor to inform them of the tag number and species of the animal with cut-up instruc­ tions. Buyers also must make arrangements with the processor to pick up the meat. Buyers not keeping pur­ chased animals may resell them at a local livestock yard. Trucking and reselling is provided. With this option for sheep and swine, a sup­ port price per pound, estab­ lished the day of the auction, will be added to the pur­ chase. The buyer is only responsible to pay the difference between his or her bid and the support price. Ifre-selling a beef animal, the buyer is responsible to pay the full amount. A check will be sent, at a later date, from the resale bam for the current market price. Eaton County 4-Hers hope everyone will take this infor­ mation into consideration and attend the 2013 Eaton County Junior Livestock Association Association Auction Thursday, July 11. For more information con­ tact a 4-H member or call the Extension office, 517-543­ 2310. Stop in and try our... HOmeCookin / Jack 6 Judy’s *1.99 BREAKFAST SPECIALS 3 to choose from Country Kettle Cafe Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM 06815572 *3.95 LUNCH SPECIALS 2/$15.00 Sat. thru Thurs. 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. (That’s every night except Friday) 4 DINNER CHOICES that include soup, potato, vegetable, and salad bar & dessert. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, June 22,2013 — Page 5 Physical fitness end of year results are in for elementary students The students at Fuller Street Elementary had a very successful year in physical education, said instructor Andrew Peabody who had 79 students qualify for the national level and 44 for presidential levels of fitness. Students are tested in six areas, the mile run, the shut­ tle run, the curl up, the flex arm hang, pull ups, and v-sit and reach. Roughly 10 per­ cent of students across the United States qualify for the presidential level, said Peabody. Students obtaining the National Fitness Award are: Ryan Agee, Joel Allerding, Emilee Allwardt, Seifer Atchley, Garrett Backe, Owen Bailey, Logan Boldrey, Ivy Bolton, Josh Brass, Bill Burkett, Keilyn Carpenter, Alayna Cassaday, Michaela Cheeseman, Katie Chuhak, Victoria Clark, Alyssia Clay, Donna Coe, Summer Coumaya, Ryleigh Courter, Gaige Cripe, Jessica Curth, Hayden Curtis, Kenneth Curtis, Karlie Dahms, Wayion Dickinson, Marissa Duffey, Ashlee Ehlers, Caden Faurot, Quentin Faynor, Austynn Fears, Weston Fisher, Kylee Forquer, Kalin Foster, Austin Fox, Cordell Frank, Jonavon Gaiski, Colton Gibson, Emilee Gonser, Lauren Haag, Kayli Hansen, Alison Hartwell, Jakob Harwood, Christian Hensley, Wayion Hilinski, Casey Hodges, Allyson Horton, Dalton Hosey, Joshua Hubbartt, Jonas Hutchins, Kerk Kienutske, Netonya Lawhead, Lillyanne Laws, Justice Mead, Nautica Mead, Jozlynn Miller, Beyonca Molson, Carsen Musser, Cody Musser, Derek Myers, Brent Newsome, Megan Rehm, Aaron Rhodes, Gregg Richardson, Jayden Rodriguez, Olivia Roush, Derek Sackitt, Kaycie Schrader, Kyleigh Scott, Kirstyn Sears, Zachary Seaton, Andrew Sebastian, Sydney Skelton, Jaiden Spencer, Jori Spencer, Alexis Steele, Trevor Thurlby, Jenna Weiler, Cameron Wells, and Carlie Whitaker. The Presidential Fitness Award was earned by Josh Allerding, Kassandra Amon, Parker Anderson, Annica Barlow, Payton Bolton, Alexis Booher, Cheyenne Brumm, Jesse Brumm, Elizabeth Christopher, Elizabeth Colyer, Gracelynn DePyper, Trevor Duffey, Charles Smith-Frazier, Mason Garrison, Paige Hopkins, Brock Horton, Dylan Humble, Blake Lincoln, Bo Lincoln, Carleigh Lundquist, Alison McGlocklin, Trista Medina, Jiliann Moore, Lane Morris, Chandler Murton, Hope Musser, Eli Nelson, Nicholas Osborne, Hannah Pixley, Donovan Rice, Ava Robinson, Justin Schliep, Christian Schrader, Matthew Slaght, Jamie Steele, Josey Terpening, Laure Upright, Megan Valiquette, Curtis Walker, Lyssa Walker, Ashlyn Wilkes, and Olivia Williams. Presidential Award winners from Fuller Street Elementary include, (front row, from left) Brock Horton, Charles Smith-Frazier, Eli Nelson, Annica Barlow, Payton Bolton, and Trevor Duffey. Back row, Parker Anderson, Jilian Moore, Josey Terpening, Cheyenne Brumm, Elizabeth Colyer, and Ava Robinson. iWiinkuiiti. *** taliloaitari hiftfalsra.li alia Htoftuj- M tiltiWtiiF ttelktaf. i[eh skinlilM ikW nlitityiF ijfisiil Ifititek Fuller Street Elementary third grade students achieving the Presidential Award level in physical fitness are, (front row, from left) Matthew Slaght, Lauren Upright, Gracelynn DePyper, and Bo Lincoln. Back row, Donovan Rice, Alexis Booher, Elizabeth Christopher, Paige Hopkins, Jamie Steele and Blake Lincoln. Students in Andrew Peabody’s physical fitness class who qualify for the Presidential Award are (front row, from left) Dylan Humble, Christian Schrader, Kassandra Amon, Jesse Brumm, Justin Schliep (middle) Hope Musser, Lane Morris, Nicholas Osborne, Alison McGlocklin, Megan Valiquette, and Trista Medina. Back row, Chandler Murton, Hannah Pixley, Lyssa Walker, Ashlyn Wilkes, Carleigh Lundquist, Curtis Walker, and Mason Garrison. Missing from photo is Josh Allerding. ijoHfli pnxsstd. i.Qtcis faiiit»kl“l,! jQtii ffl&l w*1. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girts ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special." For Information call 1-269-731-5194. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School...................... 10 a..m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........................ 11 a.m. Evening Worship.............................. 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting................................. 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Church Sendee........................ 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 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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. MainSL, 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... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training . PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service.................................... 11 a P.M. Service...................................... 6 Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 . Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. .Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship.............................. 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 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 Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West W.orship . 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .............. 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, June 22, 2013 Horse feathers grace Chester Road farm WillowWind Stable sits on 17 acres of gently rolling land in Vermontville Township and is owned by Mandy and Kim Kramar. by Shari Carney Staff Writer WillowWind Stable on Chester Road at the edge of Vermontville has the motto “Where the feather greets the road,” to describe the rare breed of Gypsy Vanner hors­ es raised there. Gypsy Vanners have long, flowing manes and tails, as well as hair that starts behind the knee down the length of the leg, over the fetlock, brush­ ing the ground. This hair is referred to as feathers. Gypsy Vanner horses are rare, numbering around 3,000 in the United States. Compare this to 1 million or more each for Arabian and quarter horse breeds, said Mandy Kramar. Mandy and her husband Kim are the owners of WillowWind Stable; located on 17 acres in Vermontville Township. Gypsy Vanners were bred by Gypsies to haul caravans Mandy Kramar poses with one of WillowWind Stable’s stallions, The Alchemist. but also for gentleness and This 5-year-old will soon be in training in Lapeer County. The Alchemist appears in were considered a part ofthe expos, winning champion status at the MSU Stallion Expo in March. He loves inter­ family, said Mandy. The acting with people, said Kramar. word Vanner, is a play on caravan, or “caravanners.” The gentle nature of the breed is what drew Mandy to them. A graduate of Michigan State University in equine studies with a degree in horse management, Mandy said, “I did my internship on a Friesian farm and was going to import Friesians to breed them.” Friesians are a light draft horse imported from the Netherlands. A picture on a brochure altered her plan. Mandy described seeing a Gypsy CUhcRc the PcAchcR Cfeeets the Ro&d Mandy Kramar, co-owner of WillowWind Stable, has traveled to Wales where this photograph of a herd of Gypsy Vanner horses was taken. The Irish Sea lies beyond the treeline. Fionn, a 14-year-old Gypsy Vanner stallion owned by Kim and Mandy Kramar, exemplifies the distinguishing characteristics of the breed; Fionn has achieved the highest rating of five stars from the Gypsy Vanner Horse Society. A shamrock brand on the hindquarters of this mare is the mark of WillowWind Stable. Charlotte Seward from Eaton Rapids is the second annual Moo-ville Girl contest winner! Congratulations Charlotte and good job to Keilyn Carpenter of V ermontville who held the t.hrone in 2012. 5875 S. M-66, Nashville 2 mi S ofNashville, Music Concert Fading Glory June 29th comer ofM-79& M-66 Bring your lawn chairs 517 852-9003 4-8pm www.M00-ville.com Vanner horse, also consid­ ered a light draft horse, on the cover of the brochure. A toddler about age 2 was astride the horse. “This would be a perfect husband-safe horse,” thought Mandy, who described Kim as having no “horse-sense.” “Horse people are general­ ly bom with it, and I can spot them right away,” said Mandy with a grin. Family spotted it, too, for when Mandy was 12, she received her first horse from her grandmother and parents. The horse was 16 years old, an Arabian named ByGolly. The love ofhorses contin­ ued to the beginning of WillowWind Stable with the first mare, Sorcha. Sorcha was one of three mares the Kramars imported from Ireland in 2000. “She’s my best friend,” said Mandy. “She is the one I chose to keep as my founda­ tion mare.” Sorcha had her first foal at COBB WEIL DRILLING (REPAIR • 7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience Estimates Available a 517-726-0377 § 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville f Richard Cobb David Cobb mi uc. <1748 » | l age 5 and has produced a total of six foals, Vixxen, a female, is the most recent. Keeva’s Klover, one of Sorcha’s foals, most recently gave birth to Azure. Azure, a colt, has been sold along with Orianna, a filly, bom to Tegwyn. The pair, Azure and Orianna are one week apartin age and are going to a sta­ ble in Ann Arbor when they reach 4 months old as part of the breeding program there. Many of the names of horses at WillowWind Stable are Celtic since the breed hails from Great Britain. Sadly, one foal perished earlier this season. “It is very important to attend the births of the foals,” said Mandy. The foal was coming out in the wrong direction with a leg reaching back. If the birth had been attended, it would have been an easy fix, said Mandy. The “fix” would have been to reach into the mare and move the leg into position. Beyond the degree from MSU, Mandy has studied as far away as Wales, attending two separate open houses hosted by Tom Price, whom Mandy refers to as her men­ tor. Price is the leading breeder and authority of the Gypsy Vanner breed, said Mandy. Admittedly book smart but with no clue as to how to launch a breeding program, Mandy said, “I sat down in the middle of a 100-acre pas­ ture with the horses and talked with him; absorbing everything ... He would tell me and show me ‘this hdrse with this stallion and this is why.’” Price was integral in Mandy’s decision to breed for quality with the purpose of hauling wagons. Kim is in the planning stages of building a vardo wagon, the type of wagon traditionally used by Gypsies. In addition to the mares and foals, WillowWind Stable is home to three stal­ lions, Moonpie, age 2, The Alchemist, 5, and Fionn, 14. Moonpie’s sire is Superior who is owned by Price. “This horse is special due to who he is, what he stands for, and truly a lifelong jour­ ney towards excellence,” said Mandy of the lineage of Moonpie. The Alchemist was award­ ed champion status at the MSU Stallion Expo in March. The Alchemist was ridden by Sarah Gaecke, whom Mandy met through MSU. Gaecke will continue training The Alchemist in dressage and some Western style this summer in Continued next page �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, June 22, 2013 — Page 7 Sammy Aisthorpe (left), a student in the horse management program at MSU, is interning with the Kramars, Mandy (center) and Kim. The Kramars own WillowWind Stable and raise Gypsy Vanner horses. Sammy Aisthorpe, an intern in the horse management program of Michigan State University, is living with the Kramars. Aisthorpe began a four-month stay in May as part of a work/study program at WillowWind Stable. Aisthorpe’s duties include clean­ ing stalls, assisting with the birthing of foals and learning the business side of running a stable. Mandy Kramar, co-owner of WillowWind Stable, kneels by mare Keeva’s Klover and beckons 1-week-old colt, Azure, to approach. Fwrom previ■ous poge Metamora, a town in Lapeer county. ^‘He does awesome at the Mandy Kramar said this colt, Azure, is affectionate and loves attention. Azure is one of two foals that will be relocated to new owners in Ann Arbor when he is 4 months old. expos,” said Mandy, “he loves the people, unlike Fionn. By the third day, [Fionn is] cranky.” Expos are three- to fourday affairs where horses compete, breeders share information, and vendors display wares. While Fionn may not love attention, he has garnered it by being awarded a five-star rating by the Gypsy Vanner Horse Society, which was begun in 1996 to register the breed. Five stars is the high­ est rating it awards. The Gypsy Vanner Horse Society’s mission, according to its website, is to bring honor, recognition and a bet­ ter understanding to one of the world’s most colorful and least understood soci­ eties and the horses they love so dearly. The society says a perfect caravan horse is strong, intelligent, docile, athletic and colorful and has excel­ lent endurance, making the breed well suited for any number of pursuits. The breeding program for WillowWind Stable is strate­ gic: The horse should be able to pull a 3,000-pound cara­ van and average 14.3 hands high. Mandy’s interest in horses and especially the Gypsy Vanners has led her to con- tinue in college studying the rolling landscape and live anthropology with a focus on up to the motto, “Where the Gypsies. feather greets the road.” “I want to go over and work with them and learn what I can,” said Mandy who has a deep interest in foren­ sic archeology and plans to pursue a Ph.D. From Europe to Michigan the colorful, docile and longhaired horses of WillowWind Stable grace Call anytime tor Maple Valley News ads 269-945-9554 Protect Yourself from the Sun While Enjoying Outdoor Activities Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. Each year, more than 68,000 Americans are diagnosed with melanoma. In addition, more than 2 million people are treated for basal cell or squamous cell skin cancers each year. The main risk factor for skin cancer is exposure to the sunlight (UV radiation). The sun's rays cause skin damage that can lead to cancer. Other factors include personal and family history of cancer, skin that bums easily, as well as certain medical conditions or medicines. All risk factors should be discussed with your physician. The best way to prevent skin cancer is to protect yourself from the sun. Avoid outdoor activities during the middle of the day, wear long sleeves and long pants, wear a hat and apply sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15 or more every 2 hours during sun exposure*. A change on the skin is the most common sign of skin cancer. If you notice any changes to your skin, you should see a doctor. Contact Hastings Surgeons for a skin cancer screening during the month of July and receive A FREE sunscreen. Contact Hastings Surgeons at 269.948.8411 to make your appointment. m Surgeons In the entryway to WillowWind Stable is a chart of the horses in residence. The doorway leads to an office and tack room. The stable is on 17 acres of rolling land in Vermontville Township. Affiliated with Pennock Physician Network 1005 West Green St., Hastings, Ml 49058 Call 269.948.8411 for your appointment or visit www.pennockhealth.com �Page 8 - Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday. This week in Nashville history Memories of the Past This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News June 21, 1983. She wrote: Today’s column looks at this week in Nashville’s past. Thefollow­ ing excerpts are gleaned from the Nashville Ancient History column published in The Nashville News from near the turn ofthe century into the 1930s; from the Turning Back the Pagesfea­ ture of the 1940s to 1960s; and from various early issues ofThe News) 1874 — some remains of ancient mound builders have been discovered in Assyria Township. While plowing, Mr. Cortright at one furrow took the heads from seven skeletons and on excavating, found remains of22 who had been buried in a circle in a sitting position. The skele­ tons averaged eight feet in height On the same farm is an Indian cemetery, but the Indians now living in the locality say they know noth­ ing of the people who were buried in the mounds. [Hoaxes announcing the dis­ covery of such unusual buried remains were com­ mon in the 1870s] 1875 — The palatial new home of A.W. Olds now is completed on its fine large lot south of Quaker Brook and is without doubt the finest residence in the coun­ ty. Mr. and Mrs. Olds held an open house Friday evening, and more than 100 visitors inspected the home, which cost $8,500. Dancing, games and social conversation filled the evening, and strawber­ ries, ice cream, cake and lemonade were served. In June 1939, the Nashville Village Council voted to widen Main Street by taking four feet off the sidewalk on each side. The brick paving seen in this photo of the era was originally laid in 1917 from the present-day fire sta­ tion to Church Street. Visible at right in this southward view are the Felpausch Food Center, which opened in 1936, in the Buxton Block, and Line’s Department Store. At left can be seen the Hi-Speed station, then managed by Dorr Webb but taken over in 1943 by George VanDeventer, whose auto accessories and sporting goods shop was located just north of the service station (at extreme left in photo). 1876 — Strawberries are plentiful at 10 cents a quart. 1877 — The village coun­ cil has passed Ordinance No. 23, providing that all ven­ dors, peddlers and such shall require a license, for which they must pay a fee of $10, and providing further that all transients operating peanut, lemonade or victualing stands, or swings, in This early horse-drawn cultivator operated by an unidentified local man lacks the fancy canopy that Hallie Lathrop of Barryville devised in June 1902 as a sun shade on his riding cultivator. Early Nashville photographer Charles Harshberger took this photo. EMPLOYMENT Village of Vermontville Treasurer Candidate performs administrative work conducting daily business activities of the village, including statutory treasurer functions. The treasurer will have custody of money, bonds, mortgages, notes, leases and evidences of value belonging to the village. The treasurer will receive all money, keep and account of ail receipts and expenditures, and perform monthly bank reconciliations. The treasurer will perform duties related to assessing property, levying taxes, keep an accounting of all taxes, and make reports to the clerk and council as required by law and the council. A minimum of 16 hours of work per week required during the first 90 days probationary period. Knowledge of BS&A and Excel preferred. Interested candidates, please submit the following or your application may not be considered: 1) Completed Village of Vermontville application. Applications may be picked up at the village office or at www.vermontville-mi.gov, 2) Cover letter. 3) Resume, including three professional references. 4) Official sealed college transcript or copy of request submitted to college (if applicable). 5) Current certifications, if applicable. Please submit the above to: president@vermontville-mi.gov AND clerk@vermontville-mi.gov or The Village of Vermontville Box K, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Position will be open until filled. Any questions, concerns or clarifications, please contact the Village office at 517-726-1429 clerk@vermontville-mi.gov Full job description available at www.vermontville-mi.gov oeaisziz Nashville during the Fourth of July celebration shall pay a $3 license fee. 1879 The Nashville News, which has been print­ ed these past six years on a hand press, soon will run on a power press, of the Campbell brand, which is being shipped here from New York. 1880 — The actual popu­ lation of Nashville, in this year of 1880, is 1,028 souls. In 1870, it was only 642. 1881 — Tuesday of this week, Ainsworth and Brooks paid out more than $3,600 for wool, and close to that amount was paid by smaller buyers. Nashville continues to be the wool buying center of the state and some sellers have been coming from as far away as Marshall. The average price paid during the last week has been , close to 35 cents per pound. 1882 —- The amount due the village district for school purposes, from the mill and dog tax, is $412.42 and has been placed in the hands of the district. 1885 — Rev. Philip Holler immersed eight per­ sons in the river at Gregg’s Crossing Sunday afternoon last, after which they were received into the Advent Christian Church organized two months since at the Feighner schoolhouse. 1888 - Mrs. D.E. Frink, Jas. Phillip, Dr. A.H. Winn, W.B. Stillwell, Hiram Webster and E.J. Feighner, all of the south side, are preparing to put concrete sidewalks in front of their places of residence. 1890 — Just think of a man going up with a balloon on a slight trapeze, perform­ ing daring and difficult feats of skill on the bar until he reaches the dizzy height of 3,000 feet, then leaping to the earth by means of a slight parachute. Professor Charles Wolcott of Chicago, a for­ mer Nashville boy, will do this stunt here on the Fourth ofJuly. 1898 — Palmer and Brumm bought 103 cases of eggs Saturday, paying nine cents a dozen ... Starting July 6, Turner’s bakery wagon On a Sunday afternoon in June 1885, Rev. Philip Holler immersed eight per­ sons in the Thornapple River at Gregg’s Crossing, after which they were received into the newly organized Advent Christian Church. The congregation later built a small church in the 500 block of Reed Street on the present-day Warren Travoli property. A miller by trade, Elder Holler came to Nashville in 1860 from Buchanan. He helped found seven AC churches in his lifetime and pastored here 35 years. Holler also was responsible for build­ ing the new grist mill in 1881 on the east side of the river in Nashville. will make daily trips on every street in the village. 1900 — George Hoffman of Maple Grove narrowly escaped death Thursday when his team broke away from him at Townsend & Brooks’ warehouse, threw him against the scale house and galloped over him. 1901 — During July and August the post office will remain open on Saturday nights until after distribution of the 9 o’clock mail. 1902 — Hallie Lathrop of Barryville has erected a fancy canopy over his riding cultivator. He explains that riding in the sun makes him sleepy and unless he can sit in the shade, he dozes offand plows out com. 1903 Commencement exercises were held Thursday evening in the opera house for the 13 grad­ uates of Nashville High School. Each gave a speech, read a composition or gave a musical presentation, and it was an impressive program. 1904 — Work on the rail­ road grounds here has been going on at a merry clip the past two weeks. A sidingjias been laid to the Nashville Lumber Company’s yards, and ground has been filled on the south Side of the tracks for the stock yards and extra siding. Work will soon be commenced on the paving around the depot. 1906 — Mrs. George Morgan has sold her resi­ dence on Philadelphia Street to Hiram Coe. Consideration: $1,650. Mr. Coe has sold his farm of 80 acres to Milton Jerret of Vermontville for $1,400. 1923 — George E. Bersette ofHarrison has been hired as new superintendent of Nashville schools. Other new teachers will be Miss Rhea Green of Newaygo and Miss Neva Orr of Lakeview. 1924 — Dr. Jack Brumm and John Dull landed a 26pound muskellunge at Thomapple Lake one day last week. 1925 — Hundreds gath­ ered at Thomapple Lake Thursday night for the grand opening ball of Cole and Wades’ new dancing pavil­ ion, which had been named for the old Indian Chief Askasaw (Asquesah). 1926 The Nashville Businessmen’s Club has pur­ chased 150 road signs giving direction and mileage to Nashville and will erect them at strategic points outside the village. Len Feighner, Frank Calley, Charles J. Betts and Paul Wing have the responsi­ bility of erecting them. 1929 — L.G. Cole is ten­ tative new holder of the speed record from Nashville to Detroit. He took a carload of local fans to see the Chicago White Sox vs. Detroit Tigers baseball game Continued next page �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, June 22,2013 — Page 9 Vermontville library adds several new items to shelves The following DVDs and books have been added to the inventory of Vermontville Township Library: DVDs Oz the Great and Powerful, Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters, Snitch, A Good Day to Die Hard, Identity Thief, Escape from Planet Earth, Cloud Atlas, Warm Bodies. One size doesn’t fit a// in education I have concerns with the one-size-fits-all Michigan Merit Curriculum that was established in 2006. The intention was admirable — to establish a curriculum that would create consistent and rigorous grad­ uation requirements and pre­ pare students for college. However, it did not give recognition of a student’s uniqueness, nor the strengths and benefits of careers in the arts, agricultural sciences or technical trades. As a school social worker, I saw this mandate close doors for students. It led to two different graduation cer­ tificates: a diploma for those who met the merit curricu­ lum and a certificate of com­ pletion for those who did not. An argument I often heard against allowing more flexi­ bility in the Michigan Merit Curriculum was that it would water down the require­ ments. However, I believe a career as a plumber, electri­ cian, heavy machinist, musi­ cian or farmer is just as admirable and necessary as engineers, architects and computer analysts for a wellrounded society. I voted yes on a bill in the House Education Committee to change the requirements of the Michigan Merit Curriculum to allow a substi­ tution math class for algebra II and eliminate the foreign language requirement. I voted for a bill to allow stu­ dents to take agriculture sci­ ence instead of chemistry or physics and allow applied mathematics as an alterna­ tive to algebra II. The bill would also widen the use and access of personal curricu­ lums. I will be introducing an amendment in the House of Representatives to require notification to parents of their right to request a per­ sonal curriculum. Students who aspire to go into the technical or agricul­ tural trades as well as the arts can now fully pursue their talents and career choices. Let’s keep the door open to all possibilities. Call Rep. Abed, 517-373­ 0853; email her, TheresaAbed ©house.mi.gov ; or visit her website at www.abed.housedems.com. Adult nonfiction The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot, The Bling Ring by Nancy Jo Sales, Happy Happy, Happy by Phil Robertson, 30-Minute Healthy Cooking by Taste of Home, Plan D: How to Lose Weight and Beat Diabetes (even if you don’t have it) by Sherri Shepherd, I’ll See You Again by Jackie Hance. Adult fiction When A Secret Kills by Lynette Eason, Three Graves Full by Jamie Mason, The Glass Wives by Amy Sue Nathan, Stealing the Preacher by Karen Witemeyer, A Place to Belong by Lauraine Snelling, Sisters of Mercy Flats by Lori Copeland, If You Find Me by Emily Murdoch, Jennifer by Dee Henderson, The World’s Strongest Librarian by Josh Hanagame, Friday Nights by Washington and Lentz will be cut in half if the New Joanna Trollope, The Avalon streets intersection) has been York Central Railroad has its Ladies Scrapbooking Society opened for the season. Many way. The company had peti­ by Darien Gee, And the improvements in the ground tioned the Michigan Public Mountains Echoed by have been made. Service Commission for per­ Khaled Hosseini, Sweet 1939 — The village coun­ mission to permanently dis­ Sanctuary by Kim Vogel cil has voted to widen Main continue two trains that carry Sawyer, Lock Stock, and Street in the business district, the bulk of Nashville’s Over a Barrel by Melody by taking four feet off the incoming mail. Carlson, It Happened at the sidewalk on each side of the 1949 — All granges in the Fair by Deeanne Gist, street. state have received invita­ Looking for Me by Beth 1944 — As of last tions to attend the formal Hoffman, Oh Dear Silvia by Saturday night, sales of war dedication Friday night of Dawn French, Celebrity in bonds and stamps during the the new Maple Leaf Grange Death by J.D. Robb, fifth war loan drive in hall, built by volunteer labor Delusion in Death by J.D. Nashville totaled only on a site just south of Maple Robb, Calculated in Death $5,050. Whereas, the first Grove Center on land given by J.D. Robb, Thief of Time week has been by far the by Mr. and Mrs. George by Terry Pratchett, Asimov’s biggest and best in precious Mason. Have Robot Will Travel by bond drives, the three 1950 — Nashville’s popu­ Alexander C. Irvine, The lation, according to the 1950 Hero by John Ringo and remaining weeks will have to show an improvement if census is 1,372 — an Michael Z. Williamson, Nashville is to realize the set increase of 93 during the past Ringworld’s Children by quota of $22,000 by July 8. 10 years. The preliminary Larry Niven, The Empire 1948 — Nashville’s pas­ figures were received by the Novels by Isaac Asimov, senger and mail train service News this week. Only Forward by Michael Marshall Smith, Elevenbom by Andre Norton and Lawn & Garden Mercedes Lackey, The AQUATIC PLANTS: OUR Elevenbane by Andre Norton Lotus & Water Lilies are and Mercedes Lackey, ready! Also Koi & Goldfish, Elevenblood by Andre pumps, filters & pond sup­ Norton and Mercedes MEMORIES, continued from previous pag Tuesday, making the trip in two hours and 20 minutes. Those accompanying him were Robert Surine, Sam Couch, Cliff Annel, Louie Diamante and Ted Townsend. 1930 — Merle Deule of Battle Creek was arrested here Saturday night by Deputy Sheriff Gail Lykins and charged with selling moonshine from his car, parked at the curb on Main Street. This is the third Battle Creek bootlegger to be arrested in Nashville this year. 1931 — Firemen from the volunteer departments of 12 villages, including Nashville, will have a big picnic Thursday at Morrison lake. 1932 — The Putter-aCross miniature golf course (at the northeast comer of the From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Spread the community help I know a lot of seniors do It is car show time in their own but, many of us are Nashville and the churches too stoved-up to do them. I are helping to clean up and am only 75 and I guess I paint the village. I just wish spent too much time officiat­ they had a committee to rake ing, working, serving in the leaves, mow lawns, shovel Army Reserve and now can’t snow,and clean gutters for the do it. I could use the help. Steve Toman older citizens who can’t do it Nashville form themselves. To the editor: plies. APOLS GARDENS, 9340 zoo, Caledonia MI. 1030 M-F 9:00-5:30, 2:00. WATER Kalama­ (616)698­ Sat 9:00- For Rent VERY NICE 2 bedroom mo­ bile home, carport, off Cogs­ well Road. (517)930-1187. Card ofThanks I AM GREATFUL for the support of the loss of my daughter Valerie. To my friends & neighbors here in Nashville Park Apartments and the community, especially Pat McClellan & Dr. Bean Deb Crandall Fann BILL'S FERRIER SERVICE: (616)374-3286. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination." Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Lackey, Deeply Odd by Dean Koontz, The Kill Room by Jeffery Deaver, Zero Hour by Clive Cussler, Change Baby by June Spence, The Comfort of Lies by Randy Susan Meyers. Young adult nonfiction The Mark of Athena by Rick Riordan. Junior nonfiction Poetry Writing Handbook, Water, Weed, Wait by Edith Hope Fine. Junior fiction No Pirates Allowed Said LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on July 2, 2007, by Suzanne I. Rough, a single woman, as Mortgagor, given by her to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on July 10, 2007, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1182803, which mortgage was assigned to 'Commercial Bank by ah Assignment of Mortgage dated June 12, 2012, recorded on June 14, 2012, in Instrument Number 2012-001179, Barry County Records; on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety-Seven and 91/100 Dollars ($106,797.91); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default: NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, July 11, 20.13 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale arid includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE CITY OF HAST­ INGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: The West 3 rods of Lot 6 of Block 1 of James Dunnings Addition to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. Commonly known address: 654 W. Green Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 Parcel ID Number: 08-55-035­ 009-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: May 17, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (06-08)(06-29) . Library Lou by Gowler Greene. Rhonda LEGAL NOTICE FORECLOSURE NOTICE In the event this property is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL ,7cc please contact our office at (248) 844-5123. This firm is a debt col­ lector 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. THE FORECLOS­ ING PARTY ANTICIPATES BID­ DING LESS THAN THE FORE­ CLOSING PARTY’S OPINION OF THE MARKET VALUE AT A BID OF $18,000 MORTGAGE SALE — Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: David E. Neeson, single man to Security Mortgage Corporation, DBA Barron & Associates, Mortgagee, dated November 9, 1998 and recorded November 13, 1998 in Instrument # 1020719 , and re­ recorded on May 20, 2013 in instrument # 2013-006642 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned through mesne assignments to:Spartan Equities High Yield Fund I, LLC, by assignment dated September 19, 2012 and recorded March 4, 2013 in Instrument # 2013­ 002377 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Two Thousand Six Hundred Ten Dollars and Sixty-Six Cents ($62,610.66) including interest 8.25% 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, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on July 11; 2013 Said premises are situated in City of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 12 Rods West of the Northeast corner of Section 21, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, thence South 13 three-quarter Rods, thence West 8 Rods, thence North 13 three-quarter Rods, thence East to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 1884 E. M-43 Hwy AKA 1940 Carlton Center Road, Freeport Ml 49325 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; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclo­ sure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Dated: 6/08/2013 6/08/2013 Spartan Equities High Yield Fund I, LLC, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 13-76297 (06-08)(06-29) 06814539 Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News classified ads �Page 10 - Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday June 22. 2013 Free boat safety inspections offered in Charlotte The County Eaton Sheriff’s Office is urging Jump Hope and Hoops for Heart Students in Andrew Peabody’s physical education program at Fuller Street Elementary in the annual Jump Rope and Hoops for Heart raised over $4,700 dollars for the American Heart Association. The top award winners are Kelsey Myers (left) and Cordell Frank in the Hoops for Heart and Trae Hane in the Jump Rope for Heart. provide a list of items for correction. 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Everyone commented how they liked the course. Some people said they were going to bring their friends back next year. It went very smooth.” The race once again cir­ cled the west side of the vil­ lage of Nashville, from behind the businesses down­ town, west on Reed Street, past Carl’s Supermarket, south on Curtis Road, and then back east to downtown along Sherman. Lincoln said Chief Jerry Schray and his wife Kelly were once again key in put­ ting the event together, and the high school football play­ ers contributed their morning by directing traffic along the course. Kyle Spencer was the overall male winner, finish­ ing the course in 18 minutes 42.8 seconds. Tiffany Blakely was the first female .across the finish line, coming in at 21:47.3. Lincoln guessed that after timing and T-shirt costs, the even raised roughly $1,000 for the Lion football pro­ gram. Male 40-49 — I. Greg Whittaker, 21:15.4; 2. Colin Eden, 23:52.0; 3. Ben Langman, 29:07.8. Female 50 and up — 1. Kathy Neumann, 28:56. 2. Sandy Priedy, 53:02.9; 3. Rebecca Jamros, 54:33.9; 4. Kim Fowler, 54:34.3; 5. Rosalie Murphy, 54:43.1; 6. Thelma ema Christopher, rsoper, 544::4507..79.; 7. Cinda Palacios, Male 50 and up — 1. Charles Ross, 24:03.6; James Huntington, 24:49.9; 3. Bob Shirey, 25:22.1; 4. Steve Cates, 44:53.8; 5. Larry Corkwell, 48:50.7; 6. Armando Palacios, 54:52.0. Call 945-9554 forAlTMWads AUCTION JUNE 25, 2013 Runners take off at the start of the Valley Rally 5K Run/Walk in Nashville Saturday morning. (Photo by Shari Carney) Paige Hopkins, 36:34.7; 3. Erica Lentz, 38:44.0; 4. Isabella Pipesch, 46:21.5. Male 12 and under— 1. Jonathan Nash, 21:55.7; 2. Eli Nelson, 23:32.5; 3. Bo Lincoln, 24:30.6; 4. Ben Peters, 26:33.4; 5. Alex Nelson, 30:03.2; 6. Blake Lincoln, 35:49.4; 7. Rob Smith, 38 36:15.8; 8. Joey Pipesch, 44:22.9. Female 13-19 1. Nicole Peters, 32:19.3. Male 13-19 — (.Grant Adrianson, 22:07.9; 2. Alex Musser, 22:09.0; 3. Evan Adrianson, 22:25.6; 4. Seth Feasel, 23:01.7; 5. Justin Moore, 23:46.6; 6. Ryan Bennett, 26:43.8; 7. Jacob Moore, 27:00.8. Female 20-29 — 1. Ali Palacios, 27:49.8; 2. Jessica Lentz, 34:38.8; 3. Krystal Miller, 39:32.6. Male 20-29 — 1. Brandon Vaughan, 21:12.3; 2. Pat Kenyon, 26:59.1. Female 30-39 — 1. Tracy Nelson, 28:45.6; 2. Kristi Lincoln, 29:26.3; 3. Pam Eden, 30:09.4; 4. Kelly Adrionson, 30:12.4; 5. Celena Reid, 34:13.6; 6. Carrie Hopkins, 36:43.4; 7. Holly Carpenter, 53:03.3. Male 30-39 — 1. Gary Nelson, 24:16.2; 2. Frank Donnelly, 24:31.1; 3. Joseph Pipesch, 46:21.8. Female 40-49 — 1. Janel Pena, 29:52.0; 2. Lisa Mahler, 34:45.4; 3. Becky Wilson, 47:01.8; 4. Michelle James, 47:02.2; 5. Evelyn Fisher, 47:02.7; 6. Lisa Guernsey, 48:50.3. 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Door Prizes Hastings City Bank Wendy's Hastings WBCH Radio 100.1 Roush's Sidewalk Cafe MooVille Creamery Main Street Salon Nashville IGA Nashville Shell Station Carl's Market Shane Hickey - Hickey Farms Hastings Dairy Queen Lake Odessa Dairy Queen First Bank - Hastings Waldorff Brew Pub & Bistro Mills Landing Hastings Ponderosa Steak House - Hastings McDonald's Hastings Barry Auto Supply Mike's Automotive (NAPA) Charlotte AutoZone Charlotte Bosley's Pharmacy - Hastings MC Supply 2x4 Construction Great Lake Full Size Chevrolet Club NAPA Hastings Auto Supply Nashville Dollar General Lynn Denton Farm Bureau Agency �Page 12 — Just Say *A> Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday. June 22, 2013 13th Annual Car Show and Valley Rally re-cap by Shari Carney Staff Writer Activities for Valley Rally and the 13th Annual Classic Car Show in Nashville began Tuesday with a free concert by the Blue Waler Rockers. Ihe group performed as the first in the Lyrics on the I .awn senes sponsored by the Friends of Putnam District Library. Fnday evening, volunteers from Grace Community Church provided a stage and sound system for karaoke, fired up grills for hot dogs and popped popcorn to offer attendees. At dusk, a fire­ works display provided a closer view than usual when, due to a wet field . launching devices were moved to high­ er ground Vehicles numbering 150 A 1941 Chevy pick-up won Best of Show in the 13th Annual Classic Car Show in Nashville. The pick-up is owned by Bill Evans of Augusta. plus, rolled in early Saturday morning to line both sides of Main Street. Several side streets filled with antique vehicles as well. The Valley Rally 5k com­ menced at 8 a.m. from behind the stores (see related article) while firefighters served pancakes out of the fire station. In an unexpected event, the alarm sounded when an unfortunate acci­ dent occured on Main Street. A husband and wife team were testing the turn signals oftheir classic car entry. The husband, in the driver’s seat and not realizing the car was in reverse, hit an ignition with his foot The button was mounted on the floor adja­ cent to the high beam button needed for the test. This caused the car to jump over the curb, striking the wife whose leg met with com­ pound fractures. The ambu­ lance was enroute from Hastings and, upon arriving. Bounce houses were free to kids attending the car show Saturday. Trumble Agency and Good Time Pizza sponsored the popular activity. transported the patient to Grand Rapids for treatment After the excitement, the streets filled with car fans of all ages. The Friends of Putnam District Library had several activities on the grounds and in the building. The annual book sale was inside with rooms filled with boxes of categorized offer­ ings. On the library lawn was a silent auction featuring painted chairs and a root beer float sale. The Thomapple Arts Council sponsored an Bill Evans (left) wins Best of Show Saturday in the 13th Annual Classic Car Show for a 1940 Chevy pick­ up. Presenting the award is Larry Cook. The crowd gathers on a beautiful day Saturday, June 15 to admire the 150 plus vehicles lining the streets of Nashville. The annual car show is traditionally held the Saturday before Father's Day. offered there. The softball tournament was moved to Maple Valley High School due to a water soaked ball diamond at Riverside Park. Food vendors set up in Central Park and customers could travel across the street to attend a craft show in the Maple Valley Pharmacy parking lot. A first for weekend was a weight lifting competition held behind the stores and village wide yard sales sur­ rounded the perimeters. As the event came to its conclusion, car show enthu­ siasts witnessed the distribu­ tion of 52 trophies including four special awards, Women’s Choice to Carrie Varney of Hastings for a 1968 C-10 Chevy; Men’s Choice to Steve Rigleman of Olivet for a 1969 Plymouth Road Runner; Best Paint to Fred and Barb Roush of Vermontville for a 1969 Plymouth Road Runner and Best of Show to Bill Evans of Augusta for a 1940 Chevy pick-up. art on the lawn activity where children’s creations were hung on a clothesline for drying and display. Music played throughout the village as disc jockey Kyle Christopher spun tunes accompanied by announcer Paul Adrianson. Adrianson had emceed karaoke the pre- vious evening. Phillip and Delores Reitz moved with the beat by dancing the Niteclub Twostep on the sidewalk in front of the library. The Maple Valley Community Center of Hope had a silent auction raising funds for the many programs ing lot by Maple Valley Pharmacy. McNeill is a regular on the Main Street Theatre Stage. Phillip and Delores Reitz dance the Niteclub two-step during the car show in front of Putnam District Library Saturday. Music streamed through the village thanks to disc jockey Kyle Christopher. (Photo by Caryn Bracy) Tb» N'erttf Lander In Specialty Building Products. HAND POWER TOOLS ARMSTRONG VINYL SIDING j^arbor CABINETS USG DRYWALL OAK, PINE MOLDING £ CEILING TILE DRY MIX CRETE PLYWOOD-LUMBER PRE-HUNG STEEL DOORS Come / home.to J Anqduearlisteyn. WSi PLUMBING SUPPLIES PAINTS permadoor FIBERGLASS INSULATION SS5T Johns Manville kROPAlH TANKS huedJ ATLAS SHINGLES VBA [[hometown 3 LUMBER & HARDWAR HARDWARE 219 S. State in Nashville • 852-0882 Monday thru Saturday 7:30 am t 5:30 pm Firefighters return from attending to an emergency on Main Street in Nashville during the car show Saturday. A woman was struck when the car driven by her husband accidently jumped the curb causing compound fractures of the leg. The patient was transported to a Grand Rapids hospital. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-06-29.pdf 401170973947ce0c9b236014c5dc94c1 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY n e ws Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 26, June 29, 2013 A local paper oftoday! Nashville doesn’t go far for first Mayor Exchange Day in many years by Shari Carney and Julie Makarewicz Staff Writers Leaders from two book­ end communities in Barry County exchanged ideas, shared success stories, and toured each others’ munici­ palities as part of Michigan’s Mayor Exchange. Officials from Nashville and Middleville were paired for this year’s program. . .Middleville made the first trip to Nashville Wednesday, June 19, and Nashville made the trip north to Middleville Friday, June 21. The first stop in Nashville was the village office for introductions and the presen­ tation of the key to the vil­ lage from Nashville Village President Frank Dunham to Middleville Village President Charlie Pullen. Guests were presented with booklets of the history of Nashville compiled by vil­ lage clerk Cathy Lentz and coffee mugs compliments of Hastings City Bank. Barry County Transit’s trolley transported the group with the first stop at Putnam Park. The park has a pavil­ ion, basketball and tennis courts, horseshoe pits, large sand area "with climbing apparatus and a playground with a wooden ark. The vil­ lage plans to build restrooms for the park in the near future. A quick trip west of the park was next for a drive by the water treatment plant where Nashville Department of Public Works Director Scott Decker answered ques­ tions about the 180-acre area and two ponds that cover seven and a half of those acres. Shauna Swantek, director of Putnam District Library, gave an overview of the his­ toric library, once the resi­ dence of Charles and Agnes Putnam, built in 1884-85. The library showcases origi­ nal woodwork and stained, glass works from the era. A history room is housed upstairs. The tour continued across the street through the fire department and ambulance bam. Since Nashville and Middleville represent the western and eastern portions of Barry The trolley then headed County, Middleville Village President Charlie Pullen presents Nashville Village See MAYORS, page 7 President Frank Dunham with stagecoach bookends. The stagecoach is a symbol used in Middleville, recognizing the village’s history as a stagecoach stop. Maple Valley loses second teen in two weeks by Shari Carney Staff Writer Maple Valley Schools have had not one but two deaths of students, in less than two weeks. Ilene Smith 16, died from complications of cystic fibrosis Tuesday, June 11. Trent Moore, 14, drowned Monday, June 24, while attempting to swim across a lake while camping near Jackson. A friend was swimming with Moore and tried to save him. Moore was underwater 40 minutes. Rescue crews tried to resuscitate him, but he and was pronounced dead at the hospital. “It is a horrible tragedy,” said teacher Tonja Myers. “He was very special to me.” Myers recalled attending a football practice with her son when Moore came and sat beside her and started talking about things he wanted to do. “He said his mom really wanted him to play football. I told him that it wasn’t too late ... He ended up joining the team and was very good. The rock in front of Maple Valley Junior/Senior High School has been painted as a tribute to Ilene Smith. Smith, who battled cystic fibrosis, died June 11. He would give me hugs in the hallway almost daily. He always had a smile on his face, even when he got in trouble. I always joked how he looked like a grown man in the hallway of a bunch of little junior high kids. I swear he grew two feet over the summer. He called me his second ‘mom.’” Respected and liked by his Trent Moore (center) takes a break from painting lockers at Kellogg Educational Center to pose with members of the MV Freaks. The MV Freaks are an organization devoted to adding a skate park to the com­ munity is joined by Kody Wannacott (left) and Gage Merica. Moore drowned Monday, June 24. classmates, Trent was voted by his peers for the junior high student council this past Eaton County properties go to public auction in August Information on properties is now available Eaton County Treasurer, Bob Robinson, announced the first oftwo state tax-fore­ closed real property auc­ tions, to include 49 parcels in Eaton County, Wednesday, Aug. 14 at the Ramada Lansing Hotel and Conference Center, 7501 W. Saginaw Highway in Lansing. Bidder registration begins at 9 a.m. with the auc­ tion to follow at 10 a.m. Parcels offered at the auc­ tion have been foreclosed by the state because of delin­ quent property taxes, and may include open land, vacant or occupied residen­ tial homes, commercial lots, or abandoned structures. A catalog of properties listed by parcel number and legal description can be accessed at the county treasurer’s website, www.eatoncountytreasurer.org. The sale will be held according to the pro­ visions of Public Act 206 of 1893-MCL 211.787(m). Because these parcels have been tax foreclosed, the rights of former owners of interest, including taxpayers, mortgage companies, and banks have been extin­ guished. Easements, right of way deeds, IRS liens, and environmental restrictions, however, survive the fore­ closure process. Special See AUCTION, page 5 year, said Duska Brumm, athletic director and assistant principal. “He had a great personali­ ty and always a smile on his face. He will greatly be missed by his Maple Valley family,” she said. An obituary for Smith said she enjoyed cheerleading, swimming and animals; especially her pets and visit­ ing the zoo. Hanging out with friends and family was something she always looked forward to. Maple Valley School Board President April Heinze let the community know of support offerings available. “Maple Valley Schools have counselors on hand and other support services avail­ able for any student, parent or staff member who may be struggling to deal with the passing ofTrent Moore,” she posted on Facebook. Whether mourning the loss of Moore or Smith, stu­ dents and residents in need of counseling services may call the high school office, 517-852-9275, option 16. In This Issue • School board approves budget; says ‘hello’ and ‘good-bye’ • Vermontville Library receives grant, seeks adopt-a-book donations • Young Lions are getting a taste of track and field • Ball players receive individual v honors �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 29,2013 Painted chair auction raises $1,200 for library The Putnam District Library board formally accepted a gift of a painted chair titled “Weekend at the Lake,” at a regular meeting Tuesday. The chair, along with 25 others, was part of a silent auction hosted by the Friends of Putnam District Library during the June 15 car show. Artist was Mindy Shoup Gauthier painted “Weekend at the Lake” in memory of her mother Brenda Shoup, former director at the library. The back of the chair reads, “May the joy in our lake bring us closer through the years — Jane Shoup, 1999.” Jane, Mindy’s paternal grandmother, also worked at the library for many years. The chair was purchased by a group of Mindy’s friends who call themselves “Heels and Halos.” The group is made up of Gauthier, Tiffany Greenfield, Jennifer Eastman, Rebecca Frizzell and Renee Rosin. All of the artists donated their talent to the cause, and most chairs were also donat­ ed. In total the auction raised $1,205 which will be used to support library projects and programs. The painted chair auction was a project envi­ sioned by past Friends presi­ dent, Angie Walker. Walker was assisted by Friends member Rhonda Cook, who photographed the chairs and helped with the online bid­ ding prior to the car show. Walker was honored at the close of the auction for her “Weekend at the Lake” by Mindy Shoup Gauthier is the front chair in this picture. In total, 26 chairs were part of the June 15 display. Angie Walker (center) former president of the Friends of Putnam District Library, is presented a symbolic key to the library by JoEllyn Reid, (left) current president, and [library director Shauna Swantek. (Photo by Caryn Bracy) efforts in re-establishing the Putnam District Library’s Facebook page. group as a thriving support organization and for her nearly four years as presi­ dent. Walker was presented an honorary “key to the library” by director Shauna Swantek and current Friends President JoEllyn Reid. The next quarterly mem­ bership meeting of the Friends of Putnam District Library will be at the library Tuesday, July 23, at 6:30 p.m. and will include a root beer social. Anyone interest­ ed in getting involved is invited to attend. The mem­ bership fee is being waived this year while the organiza­ tion seeks to reach 90 mem­ bers in honor of the library’s 90th anniversary. For more Hudson Carpenter is modeling one of the children’s information contact the chairs that was part of the painted chair silent auction at library or visit the Friends of the 2013 car show. School board approves budget; says ‘hello’ and ‘good-bye’ by Shari Carney StaffWriter While Maple Valley Board ofEducation members bid farewell to outgoing superintendent Ronna Steel during a budget hearing Monday, they welcomed ‘Home Cooking at its Best" WE WILL BE OPEN HtfmeCoofan’ REGULAR HOURS I Jack $ Judy’s \ THE 4TH OF JULY Country Kettle Cafe Won’tyou take a few minutes today to fly yourflagproudly in honor of ourfreedom 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Home Cookin' at its Best! 06816035 incoming interim superin­ tendent Michelle Falcon and approved a budget that will leave the district in better financial shape as it faces a new fiscal year. After a brief reception, it was back to the business at hand, with Finance Director Darryl Sydloski presenting the 2012-13 amended budget and 2013-14 proposed budg­ et for Maple Valley Schools. The board approved final amendments .to its 2012-13 budget, leaving the district with a projected fund bal­ ance of $493,694 when the fiscal year ends June 30. The proposed budget for the 2013-14 fiscal year, which begins July 1, includes a projected increase of per- pupil state funding of $7,026, up $60 from last CoolLooks Tanning Extended Tanning Hours For Your Convenience 25% OFF Any in-stock products or styling tools (in-stock products or tods) Tree item ofequal or lesser value Stylists... Teri, Lynzie and Amy 'SpecialDeva aquage KEN FEA ri year’s, $6,966. Maple Valley estimates having 1,164 students enrolled for the 2013-14 aca­ demic year, an estimated loss of 49 students. Total projected revenues of $10.46 million for the 2013-14 fiscal year are based on the following expected sources: local, $735,279; state, $8.6 million; federal, $654,068; interdistrict, $436,125 and incoming transfers or other sources $25,000. Budget expenditures for the 2013*14 school year include $852,828 for operat­ ing building services and $788,311 for pupil trans­ portation among other cate­ gories, for projected expen­ ditures of $10.36 million. The budget assumptions include no salary or step increases for staff. Non­ replacement of four teaching positions. The anticipated addition of two technology positions and of an addition of a counselor/social worker at Fuller Street Elementary. If all goes as anticipated, the district could end with a fund balance of $593,968, a 5.7 percent increase com­ pared to $493,694, or 4.5 TriENDS,S, Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valiev News action ads! percent of its budget for the previous year. The board unanimously approved the 2013-14 budg­ et as presented. Trustee Mark Jorgensen was absent. In other business, the board heard a lengthy detailed report of the pro­ grams and services support­ ed by the Eaton Regional Education Service Agency. Eaton RESA supplies funds for special education servic­ es, professional development and career vocational and technical classes. “We appreciate the part­ nership we have with Maple Valley Schools,” said Dr. Christine Beardslee, who presented a check to the dis­ trict for $93,224. This money was Maple Valley’s share of a fund equity disbursement from 2011-12, which had been included in the 2012-J 3 budget. The board also finalized its contract with Falcon, who will join the district full-time beginning Monday, July 1. The one-year contract,- which expires June 30, 2014, details the terms of her employment, including duties, evaluation procedures and compensation. Falcon’s annual salary is set at $106,000, with a $2,000 annual stipend paid at the beginning of the term of the contract to cover expenses related to the performance of duties. She will be reim­ bursed for travel expenses related to her duties at the IRS rate, and will be reim­ bursed for the reasonable cost of meals lodging and other business expenses incurred while on official school business. During the term of the contract Falcon will receive the same insur­ ance benefits as other admin­ istrators. She served this past aca­ demic year as a professional consultant for the district and has been working with Steel the past couple of weeks to provide a smooth transition* VERMONTVILLE FARMER’S MARKET Vermontville Farmer’s Market in the park will open July 6th 9 a.m.-l p.m. with fresh produce and baked goods. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 29, 2013 — Page 3 Worms are explored, and slurped, at library event Bows tfBuddies next in free summer concert Tuesday Continuing in the Lyrics on the Lawn concert series, the Friends of Putnam District Library will host Bows ‘n’ Buddies Tuesday, July 2, at 6:30 p.m. on the lawn of Putnam District Library. Bows ‘n’ Buddies is a group of bowed instruments joined by their “buddies” to create an eclectic sound, playing various musical genres. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be moved to Main Street Theatre in Nashville. Keilyn Carpenter is a good sport as she competes in the worm slurp contest. Free outdoor family fun combines painting and music July 2 painting while listening to Lyrics on the Lawn, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Nashville’s Putnam District Library. The No Family Left Indoors program provides a free weekly activity in Barry County led by a different local nonprofit organization each week. The program is every Tuesdayjijgjit t^oug^ Aug. 20, and is designed to provide a fun way for fami­ lies to enjoy time outdoors exploring the many facets of The county-wide summer program No Family Left Indoors will offer the oppor­ tunity for families to “paint as you listen” Tuesday, July 2. Sponsored by the Thornapple Arts Council, families are invited to explore their creativity by Hi1 BARGAIN twilight □J.UfiUn* e DAILY 4:00-6:00 PM ® TITLES AND TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE iri liffiwffitijj ★ THE LONE RANGER (PG-13) apms Jk JU ■rij H lit ttnE t/iff STARTS TUE. 7/2 7:00 PM ★ DESPICABLE ME 2 (PG) STARTS TUE. 7/2 7:00 PM s iKiiiffipst: 5E alMitsiihiai . i ml ahj i®< MHiW [ [ ‘iSx* & MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday S3. SO PREMIUM PER 30 TICKET Katie Grace Burd examines a gummy worm as she compares it to a real earthworm. daman!?® s||dl0iB^,k ? HJianas cPrace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling o® THE HEAT (R) SAT-SUN 11:15, 1:50. 4:30, 7:10, 9:50 MON-TUE 4:30, 7:10, 9:50 O MONSTERS UNIVERSITY (G) SAT-SUN 11:00, 1:30,4:00, 6:45. 9:10 MON-TUE 4:00, 6:45. 9:10 O©30 WORLD WAR Z (PG-13) ®- ffltaffli, it; j. Call 269-9454554 for Maple Valiev News action ads! xcludes Digital 3D O No passes (S) Stadium Seating SHOWTIMES 6/29 - 7/2 JJ. galipl jj. xsaEft®1^ Barry County. To register for the free event and for more informa­ tion on weekly event loca­ tions, go to www.barryoutdoorfun.com or call Pierce Cedar Creek Institute, 269­ 721-4190. Worms were explored as part of Dig Into Reading, the summer reading program theme, Monday, June 17, at Putnam District Library. Children’s Director Emily Mater said kids explored handling worms and had a worm slurping contest. Participants learned the parts of a worm, compared and contrasted gummy worms versus earthworms, and explored a worm-compost­ ing bin. After weeding and watering in the library gar­ dens, kids created and ate dirt pudding, complete with worms (the gummy kind), said Mater. Sand was the topic of dis­ cussion Monday, June 24. Participants pretended to be at the beach while listening to the book There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed a VERMONTVILLE AREA RESIDENTS TUR IS THE LAST CALL FOR 2013-2014 UONS CLUB COMMUNITY CALENDAR RESERVATIONS AND EVENT INFORMATION If you have not been contacted and would like to receive a calendar, please contact Russ Laverty at (517)726-1115 or email rblaverty@itwifi.net g Afy deadline to the publisher is this Sunday evening Shell. Youngsters looked at different layers of soil, paint­ ed with sand, and took home sand shovels. Salads were then made from fresh lettuce and spinach grown in the library gardens. Erin Campbell will pres­ ent Totally Topography, a hands-on program about land forms and where water goes when it rains, Monday, July 1. Campbell is from the Tri­ County Regional Planning Organization in Lansing. Laura Scott, library aide and coordinator for Frugal Living Exchange, will show kids the recently placed rain barrels and demonstrate how they may help in watering the library gardens. The free Monday morning programs start at 11 a.m. and are designed for preschool to fifth graders (accompanied by parents or caregivers). The library will be closed Thursday, Friday and Saturday for Independence Day, and will reopen for nor­ mal hours Monday, July 8. DAILY 4:10, 9:40 Q ©WORLD WAR Z (PG-13) SAT-SUN 11:05, 1:40, 7:00 MON-TUE 7:00 OMAN OF STEEL (PG-13) SAT-SUN 1?:30, 3:30, 6:30, 9:30 MON-TUE 3:3Q, 6:30. 9:30 S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. f 3 8 - - M 1-517-852-9481 l» e e . »» » ft ♦ ft * SPECIALS FOR JUNE 8 JULY MONDAY - ALL-U-CAN-EAT FISH ®1 OFF \&p..' 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Bom July 12, 1928 to James S. and Esther Philp. Harold grew up in the Grand Rapids area. On October 21, 1946 he married Blanche Cope, they were blessed with 66 years of marriage. Retiring as a foreman for the Michigan State Highway Dept., Harold and Blanche enjoyed their later years liv­ ing in Florida and Michigan. Besides his wife, Harold is • survived by one son, Gordon ( Suzi ) Philp of Springport; two daughters, Barbara Diaz of Fennville and Peggy one sister and infant son, Robert Myron. According to his wishes cremation has taken place. A gathering of friends is planned by the family at a later date. Harold’s family is being cared for by Lauer Family Funeral Homes-Wren Chapel 1401 N. Broadway Hastings, Michigan. Please share a message with Harold’s family at www.lauerfh.com. NASHVILLE, MI Trenton M. Moore (Trent), age 14, of Nashville, MI. passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 24, 2013. Trenton was bom in Lansing, on February 11 ,­ 1999, the son of Michael D. Moore and Jennifer R. (Baker) Gibson. Trenton was raised in the Nashville area and attended the local schools. He was preparing to begin his fresh­ man year at Maple Valley High School in the fall. ■ Trenton enjoyed hanging out with his friends, riding his bike, skateboarding, and playing sports. He had an infectious sense of humor that he often used to get out oftrouble. He loved to laugh and make others laugh and he loved music. He was an avid University of Michigan fan and enjoyed making sure his friends and family knew when his team won. Trenton is survived by his mother and stepfather, Jennifer and Francis (Shaun) Gibson; his fatherm Michael (Kristina) Moore; a brother, William (Colton) Gibson; a sister, Cheyenne Gibson; grandparents, Sandra (John) James, Thomas (Sara) Baker, Kathy and Greg Moore, Marcy (Mike) Haag; great grandmother, Bythie Ellen Arnold "Nan"; great grand­ parents, Paul (Carole) Watts; aunts and uncles, Casey (Jereme) Anspach, Curtis (Mindi) Moore, Christopher IBOBBIIM'S, ACOotco COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE CENTER Your Local CM Automotive Specialists LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON M79 Our Diagnostic Computer Software Is Compatible With All Makes B Models 2-4 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE Groundwork is being laid for the Maple Valley --- School’s fall musical, “Shrek,” said director Sarah (Danielle) Moore, Josh Shoemaker. Tryouts will be (Heather) Gibson, Elisha (Jeff) Jones, Chris James and Wednesday, Sept. 4, for high students and Brandon, a lot ofcousins and school much more family. Thursday, Sept. 5, for ele­ Funeral services will be mentary students. Hard held at Grace Community copies of the audition packet Church, Nashville, at 11 a.m. are available at the high on Saturday, June 29, 2013, school and in the administra­ with Karen Kirchhoff offici­ tion building. ating. Interment will take Show dates will be Nov. 8, place immediately following 9, 15 and 16. All students the funeral service at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. In lieu of flowers the fam­ ily has requested memorial contributions be made to the family of Trenton Moore to help with the funeral expens­ es. Nearly two dozen Kellogg Funeral arrangements have Community College student­ been entrusted to the Daniels athletes and two KCC athlet­ Funeral Home in Nashville, ic teams have been recog­ MI. nized by the Michigan Please visit our website at Community College Athletic www.danielsfuneralhome.ne Association for their aca­ t for further details. demic success over the GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. course of the 2012-13 aca­ demic year. Twenty-three student-ath­ letes received MCCAA Academic All-Conference honors, which requires a minimum 3.0 grade point average earned through the completion of at least 36 credits. Sixteen of those ath- (517) 852-9712 July 2 July 8 08815650 Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager letes also received MCCAA Academic All-MCCAA hon­ ors, which requires a mini­ mum 3.2 GPA earned through the completion of at least 36 credits. Individual honorees include softball players: • Tiffani Allwardt (Vermontville/Maple Valley High School), Academic All­ Conference. • Tara Harding (Hastings/Hastings High School), Academic All­ Conference. • Mackenzie Keendall (Bellevue/Pennfield High Barry County Extension Calendar of Events July 7 — who audition will have a role as long as they can make it to all of the shows, said Shoemaker. Different-sized parts are available for different sched­ ules. Some elementary stu­ dents will be added in to the rehearsal schedule at the end of October, she said. Bigger parts are available for all ages, and the bigger the part, the bigger the time commitment. The first production meet­ ing has occurred with great CALENDAR OF EVENTS July 3 July 7 • 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 existing Friends of the Library group in Vermontville, the library is asking patrons to act as the sponsors. The library is offering adopt-a-book. For a donation of $10, a nameplate will be placed in a book. A letter acknowledging the adoption will be sent to the person being honored. In addition, a donation jar is available in the library. Specify ‘Libri Grant’ at the time of donation. For more information, call the library, 517-726-1362. support from parents who will build the set and con­ struct costumes, she said. Additional builders, sewers and people to help run the potlucks among other needs are needed. “Shrek” will have huge sets, great costumes, and tons of talent, it is a show that the community will not want to miss, she said. Anyone interested in help­ ing with the fall musical may call Shoemaker, 517-726­ 1099. Local athletes earn academic honors from MCCAA July 3 “Owr Family Serving Yours The foundation encour­ ages support of Friends of the Library and other groups because they believe in com­ munity involvement and want to encourage and reward the support. The foundation matches any amount of money raised, from $50 to $350, on a twoto-one ratio. Matching funds cannot come from the library budget The Vermontville Township Library has com­ mitted to raising $350 to receive $1,050 in children’s books. Since there is no Students urged to consider auditions for ‘Shrek’ (Erie) Zeeb of Colon; seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Trenton M. Moor A Libri Foundation Books for Children grant has been awarded to Vermontville Township Library, said Director Carla Rumsey. The Libri Foundation is a nationwide nonprofit organi­ zation that donates new, quality children’s books to small, rural public libraries in the United States. The foundation combines dollars with matching funds raised by local sponsors. The library is then able to obtain additional children’s books that extends beyond the nor­ mal budget July 9 July July July July 11 12 13-20 13 Beef & Lamb Carcass Contest live judging, 7 p.m., Expo Center Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Fair Boards Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Swine Carcass Contest live judging, 5 p.m., Expo Center Rabbit Bam Set-up, 9 a.m. to noon, Expo Center Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center Beef Carcass Contest hanging judging, 7 p.m., Byron Center Meats Lamb Carcass Contest hanging judging, 6 p.m., Byron Center Meats Swine Carcass Contest hanging judging, 6:30 p.m., Byron Center Meats Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Non-Livestock Set-up, 7 p.m., Fairgrounds Fair Week Non-livestock Judging Day School), Academic AllConference, Academic AllMCCAA. Additionally, KCC’s base­ ball and softball teams were recognized as MCCAA Academic Teams, a designa­ tion that requires a team GPA of at least 3.0. The col­ lege’s baseball team had a collective GPA this year of 3.2, while softball had a team GPA of 3.02; In addition to the MCCAA honors, KCC’s baseball and softball teams and four Bruins baseball players were recognized for academic achievement by the National Junior College Athletic Association earlier this month. For more information about KCC’s athletics pro­ grams, visit www.kellogg.edu/athletics. Free OVR safety class offered The Eaton County Sheriff department will have a free off-road vehicle safety class Monday and Tuesday, July 29 and 30. The class will be from 6 to 8 p.m. in the sheriff’s office training room, 1025 Independence Boulevard, Charlotte. Call Jerri Nesbitt, 517­ 543-5257 to register. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, June 29,2013 — Page 5 barru Counlu AUCTION, continued from page 5 Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events s ’Wlr MKj I ' j Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, July 1 of Independence Day. Friday, July .5 Hard boiled eggs, pea and cheese salad, applesauce, roll. New Orleans chicken, rice, vegetable blend, peas, tropi­ cal fruit. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, July 1 Tuesday, July 2 Mushroom chicken, stuff­ ing, stewed tomatoes, peas, diced peaches. Salisbury steak, m ashed potatoes & gravy, Brussels sprouts, orange, bread pud­ ding. Wednesday, July 3 Oven fried chicken, maca­ roni and cheese, coleslaw, spinach, watermelon, straw­ berry shortcake. Thursday, July 4 COA Closed in observance of Independence Day. Friday, July 5 BBQ ribette, coleslaw, mixed vegetables, sliced peaches, bun. Tuesday, July 2 Salisbury steak and gravy, au gratin potatoes, Brussels sprouts, orange, roll. Wednesday, July 3 Oven fried chicken, maca­ roni and cheese, spinach, coleslaw, strawberry short­ cake, fruit punch juice. Thursday, July 4 COA Closed in observance of Independence Day. Friday, July 5 BBQ ribette, broccoli, baked beans, banana, bun. Activities Calendar Monday, July 1 Hastings: July Birthday Party; Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; TV Strings; Painting with Bob 1 p.m. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, July 2 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July - 3 Hastings: Patriotic Fun Party 10:30 a.m. Delton: BP Checks 11 a.m.; Reminiscence. Thursday, July 4 - COA Closed. Independence Day. Friday, July 5 - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.;Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Sing-ALong; Visiting. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, July 1 Sliced roast beef and Ched­ dar cheese, pickled beets, mandarin oranges, bun. Tuesday, July 2 Turkey pasta salad, three bean salad, tropical fruit, gra­ nola bar. Wednesday, July 3 “ 1 Cheddar cheese, club crackers, potato salad, citrus sections. assessments levied up to the year of the auction are also included in the minimum bids. Bidders should contact city or township offices where the property is located to determine if there are any assessments for future tax years on properties being offered, and investigate the circumstances of each prop­ erty. Auction rules and regula­ tions and bidder registration Form 4204, can be down­ loaded from the Eaton County treasurer’s website, www.eatoncountytreasurer.o rgAuction bidding is open to anyone age 18 and up with valid identification. Parcels are sold to the highest verbal bidder. Individuals can attend the auction in person or send a representative as agent to act on their behalf. The full purchase price must be paid the day of the auc­ tion. It is important to note the state only accepts cash or cashier’s checks for payment on parcels which, including fees, total $1,000 or less. Purchases of $1,000 or more must be paid by cashier’s check. Personal checks, busi­ ness checks, money orders, or credit cards are not accept­ ed. The authorized amount for onsite state refund checks is limited, so large-amount bidders are encouraged to arrange for multiple pre- Thursday, July 4 Outdoors, Under The Stars At The Corner Of State & Jefferson In Downtown Hastings Saturday, July 20th Live Music Featuring... Need wedding COBB WELL DRILLING (REPAIR Big Willy Blues Band Stop by and checkout fM Jason EUei the large selection at J-Ad Graphics IJ Printing Plus • 7 Day Service lUit (dtatlaLU ni O tad MHItTib nfi Wfiira .wszd aO rca laiffitaiis M fa taptsin l^shdulltsK' J2«tjesofWlWi® GfM'M’ • 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, f 1748 aft* '*J 2 ft U'*J Wilmores celebrates 65 years of marriage LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 1-269-731-5194. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School 10 a.,i.,im. Sunday: A.M. Worship .11 a.m. Evening Worship ... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ ........ 7 p.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 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 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. $ a•rr fd North of Hastings on M-43 Highway in the grey barn Please join their family in wishing Norman and Joan Wilmore a Happy 65th Anniversary. They were married July 2, 1948. Send your greetings to: 6083 Mulliken Rd., Charlotte, MI 48813. 710—401 Open Everyday — Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service................ .9 a.m. Sunday School............... 10:30 a.m. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 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 Wed. 5:30 p.m.................. Family Supper 6:00-7:15............................ Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00 SundayS 10: 00.......................... .Church Service 11: 00..................................... Fellowship 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School ................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service....... .................. 11 P.M. Service........ .................... 6 Wed. Service ..... .7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. ’ 517-726-0526 . Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. .Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship............................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 Worship Service................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School :.............. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday Worship.................. 8:30 a.m * (1/2 mile East of M-66, Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School............................... 10 Aoo.Ml. Service 11:15 P.M. Service........ .............. 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West W.orship . 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road . . PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors BBQ ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ............. 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 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. 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road Located on the comer of State and Washington streets it 105 E.. State ae St.,., Downtown owntown Hastings astngs ' www.walldorffbrewpnb.com 269-945-4400 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3rd Degree Big Boss Blues 02710401 ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES i 7th Annual — Blues, Brews & Rockin’ invitations? w will not make any represen­ tations or claims as to the fit­ ness for purpose, conditions, covenants, or restrictions on the property,” he said. For more information visit the Eaton County treasurer’s website at www.eatoncountytreasurer.org and click on the 2013 tax-foreclosed real property parcel listings’ link in the center ofthe page. All rules regarding taxforeclosed property auctions should be reviewed thoroughly and are subject to change. Listed properties are subject to change without notice. Robinson may be reached by phone, 517-543-4262, or email, rrobinson@eatoncounty.org Gates Open @ 5:30 CQA Closed in observance E issued cashier’s checks, each limited to $20,000 or less. Properties that don’t sell Aug. 14 with a minimum bid equal to the amount of taxes, interest, and fees due are subject to a second auction with no minimum bid some­ time before the first Tuesday in November. “Buyers will find great deals on properties at auc­ tion, but caution should be taken before placing an offer,” said Robinson. “Bidders should thoroughly research and understand the use of the land for their intended purpose, and make sure to pre-inspect the prop­ erty to determine if it will be suitable. “The State of Michigan 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 am. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 - Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, June 29,2013 Lakewood Area Chorale Society entertains and is awed on trip to nation’s capital Members of the Lakewood Area Choral Society returned Saturday, June 22^ from Washington, D.C., where -its member per­ formed at several venues. The eight-day trip included visits to Arlington National Cemetery, Mount Vernon, the Lincoln Memorial, the U.S. Capitol, Union Station, the National Mall and Smithsonian Institution and Museums, the National Cathedral, Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, and Gettysburg National Military Parte and Battlefield. The group performed con­ certs at the Lincoln Memorial, Basilica of the National Shrine and Walter Reed Hospital. Repertoire for the concerts included familiar sacred songs, such as “Abide with Me,” “Lift High the Cross” and “It is Well with my Soul;” spiritu­ als such as “Deep River,” “Walk Together, Children,” “Standin’ in the Need of Prayer” and “He Never Failed Me Yet;” and popular -tunes, including “Ain’t Misbehavin and “Unforgettable.” Newer repertoire included “Spirit of God,” “Descend Upon My Heart” and “Old Irish Blessing,” arranged by Robert C. Oster, founder and artistic director of the Lakewood Area Choral Society. Other numbers included “Sea and Shore,” specially commissioned to commemorate the group’s 25th anniversary season and written by local composer Frank K. DeWald. The con­ cert at the basilica featured an all a capella program including two' new selec­ tions, “Witness” and “Locus Iste.” The long reverberation of the basilica, as well as the thrill of singing in such a venue, will long remain in the memories of choir mem­ bers, said Oster in a press release. Although the origi­ nal concert at the Lincoln Memorial had to be canceled due to heavy rain storms Tuesday, - the-next day, the choir obtained permission to give an impromptu concert on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in front of the Reflecting Pool. This also was a moving experience for choir members. In addition to performing, choral society members par­ ticipated in many special events. One of the most sig­ nificant was a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb ofthe Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. Pete Wilford, Paul Quigley, Al Haskin and Tom Huis, all veterans of the U.S Armed Forces, repre­ sented the Lakewood Area Choral Society in this solemn ceremony. Choir members, not only The reverberating sounds while singing inside the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C., is something members of the Lakewood Area Choral Society will not soon forget. (Photos provided) performed concerts, but also attended some of the finest entertainment Washington, D.C., has to offer, Oster said; among them, a revival of the Cole Porter 1934 musical comedy, “Anything Goes” at the John F. Kennedy Center Lakewood Area Choral Society members and some of their family members pose for a photo at the Jefferson Memorial. for the Performing Arts. The all people might attain equal­ musical starred Rachel York, ity. Dedicated just the day who wowed the audience before the Lakewood group with her acting, singing and visited was the statue of dancing, including a 10­ Fredrick Douglass, the great minute song and tap dance orator and freedom fighter. routine with the entire In the Rotunda, choral memensemble to the tune bers were thrilled to see the “Anything Goes.” The show, 2010 statue of President Oster said, was “delightful, Gerald R. Ford. delicious, de-lovely.” A visit to Mount Vernon, For a musical experience ' George Washington’s home, in an entirely different genre, was another highlight on the the Lakewood Area Choral trip. Here, members got to the home that Society attended a concert by see the National Symphony Washington so loved. The Orchestra under the direc­ nation’s first president died tion of KrzysztoLUrbanski, a there in 1799 and is buried graduate of the Chopin on the estate. The gardens Academy of Music in and buildings are . being Warsaw, Poland, who was meticulously restored to the the unanimous first prize year 1799. winner of the Prague Spring The true scope and human International Conducting cost of the Battle of Competition in 2007. This Gettysburg was brought concert featured the well- alive for the local group by known “Suite No. 1” from expert licensed guides. One Peer Gynt. Followed by a of the first stops on the tours new piece, written by James was to the monument of the MacMillan in 2007-08, 24th Michigan Infantry, of “Piano Concerto No. 3, The the famous Iron Brigade, Mysteries of Light.” Pianist who fought valiantly, with Jean-Yves Thibaudet, who great loss of life on July 1, premiered the work in 2011, 1863, the first day of the gave a masterful perform­ three-day battle. ance of this technically diffi­ The trip with all its sights cult, but beautifully mysteri­ and sounds was a wonderful ous concerto, Oster said, experience for all. Now, the based loosely on the Lakewood Area Chorale Luminous Mysteries of the Society will turn its attention rosary. For the final piece, to preparing for its ninth Urbanski, who likes to annual Follies Show, which include works from his will be presented Saturday, native land in his programs, Sept. 28. selected “Concerto for Orchestra” by Witold Lutoslawski, which incorpo­ rates many Polish folk song themes. The audience was then treated to a special encore on the new Casavant pipe organ, recently purchased by the Kennedy Center. Russell J. Weismann, associate director ofmusic at the basil­ ica, presented a postlude of four short works to demon­ strate the range and dynam­ ics of the organ. All-in-all, it was another memorable night, Oster said. The heritage of the coun­ try was brought to the fore­ front nearly every place the choir visited. At the U.S. Capitol, given that it is the cn 150th anniversary of the Contact... Emancipation Proclamation, the new visitor center is called Emancipation Hall, 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66 and features statues of those Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 who dedicated their lives that RAILSIDE STORAGE 1/mt Sizes to Cnoose From Puts WARenoi/se SPAce After a scheduled performance the previous evening was canceled due to stormy weather, the Lakewood Area Choral Society gives an impromptu concert from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. M66 Tire 616-374-1200 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, June 29,2013 — Page 7 MAYORS, continued from page 1 jS js 2 j*jss ’ su,. ffaSak?lES asfkk?lES J?MlEJi?SS fJwMJi?S SfJwJS Middleville Village Manager Rebecca Fleury takes a moment to speak with Putnam District Library Director Shauna Swantek during Mayor Exchange Day in Nashville Wednesday. Fleury is the 2013 Athena Award Winner and Swantek the 2013 Young Athena Award Winner for Barry County. A tour of Putnam District Library is on the docket for Mayor Exchange Day in Nashville. Officials and guests from Middleville learn of the history of the library and see some of the original woodwork and stained-glass windows still remaining. east for a drive-by of Maple Valley Junior/Senior High School, a view of the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail just beyond the school and back into Nashville to the VFW which was once a train depot. A walk-through of the business district brought interest since four buildings are receiving facelifts through a facade grant. Lunch was served at Good u *jj£$ j£ S»S> Time Pizza and a tour of Village Manager Rebecca Moo-ville Creamery fol­ Fleury. “It’s something we lowed, dessert included. don’t have much left of in Moo-ville’s latest bam was Middleville. And their toured, and guests learned library was outstanding. I about the company’s use of think everybody was won­ robotics in milking and feed­ dering how Middleville could do something like it ing its herd. Middleville officials said for our community.” Middleville council mem­ overall they enjoyed their ber Sue Reyff said she would visit to Nashville. “I loved the number of love to see a community multi-story buildings in their village,” said Middleville See MAYORS, page 12 «kti: & *.ti V* «k»»,, *1 fa fat. jwiBt . Ikinsscfedb tot « * ife tarn n 5 Nashville Police Chief. 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Village officials and guests from Middleville and Nashville are ready to see the sights of Nashville. 1009 West Green St., Hastings, Ml 49058 Call 269.945.1749 for your appointment or visit www.pennockhealth.com �Page 8 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, June 29,2013 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues 4-H livestock sales benefit in many ways To the editor: Livestock sales are a great way to support youths and advertise local businesses. Each year, 4-H members raise livestock projects to LEGAL NOTICE FORECLOSURE NOTICE In the event this property is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL ,7cc please contact our office at (248) 844-5123. This firm is a debt col­ lector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please cohtact our office at the number listed below. THE FORECLOS­ ING PARTY ANTICIPATES BID­ DING LESS THAN THE FORE­ CLOSING PARTY’S OPINION OF THE MARKET VALUE AT A BID OF $18,000 MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: David E. Neeson, single man to Security Mortgage Corporation, DBA Barron & Associates, Mortgagee, dated November 9, 1998 and recorded November 13, 1998 in Instrument # 1020719 , and re­ recorded on May 20, 2013 in instrument # 2013-006642 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned through mesne'assignrtients' 'to:Spartan Eii)uitie8 'High Yietd'Fund I, LLC, by assignment dated September 19, 2012 and recorded March 4, 2013 in Instrument # 2013­ 002377 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Two Thousand Six Hundred Ten Dollars and Sixty-Six Cents ($62,610.66) including interest 8,25% 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, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on July 11, 2013 Said premises are situated in City of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are-described as: Commencing 12 Rods West of the Northeast comer of Section 21, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, thence South 13 three-quarter Rods, thence West 8 Rods, thence North 13 three-quarter Rods, thence East to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 1884 E. M-43 Hwy AKA 1940 Carlton Center Road, Freeport Ml 49325 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; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclo­ sure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Dated: 6/08/2013 6/08/2013 Spartan Equities High Yield Fund I, LLC, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 8(1 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 13-76297 (06-08)(06-29) 06814539 citizens. The experience of owning and working with animals, being responsible for their care, health and growth and exhibiting them in a compet­ itive environment is a tremendous character-build­ It was like a ray of sun­ lowest-paid workers making after he was unsuccessful in ing process. shine bursting through the less than $20,000. It would moving the Republican sena­ 4-H livestock projects fog of partisanship that has also support an additional tors into a vote. I have never 18,000 jobs and bring in a seen him so angry and frus­ help develop life skills, such become the norm in politics: as leadership, communica- Both sides of the aisle — projected $2.1 billion to trated. He talked about the lack of leadership by those tion, decision-making and Republicans and Democrats boost Michigan’s economy. Medicaid who are worrying more problem-solving. Character- — worked together to devel- Additionally, building, record-keeping and op and pass a bill in the expansion would take the about their next election than the development of personal House of Representatives on burden off small businesses about what is good for responsibility are other skills Medicaid expansion. Rep. that are struggling to finance Michigan. He was appalled youths can develop from Mike Shirkey (R-Clarklake), health care plans for employ­ that the Republican senators their involvement in the who was initially one of the ees. Without passing this chose to take a vacation broad range of programs in strongest no votes, became bill, Michigan would essen­ instead of a vote. If they had 4-H livestock. Many of these one of the bill’s biggest tially subsidize the expan­ allowed the vote, he said he NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & projects are then auctioned advocates. He said it was sion of every other state’s believed the bill would have SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING off at the Eaton County Fair. time to do what was right for program and get nothing in passed. TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY This experience provides 4- Michigan and pass reforms return. The health and well-being OBTAINED INFORMATION Sadly, our Republican of Michiganders is not an WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ H members with a true that would benefit taxpayers. POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR understanding of the process I was proud to vote along- senators continue to play the issue with which to play pol­ OFFICE AT THE NUMBER of raising and selling live- side 75 Democrats and same old game of partisan­ itics. It’s time for the Senate BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN stock, and gives them an Republicans for passage of ship by deciding not to take a to come back from vacation ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. and take a vote. appreciation for the food this bill. It would provide vote on Medicaid expansion. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain they eat every day. medical coverage to an addi- I attended Gov. Rick Mortgage made on July 2, 2007, This year, the junior live- tional 460,000 of Michigan’s Snyder’s press conference by Suzanne I. Rough, a single stock sale will begin at noon woman, as Mortgagor, given by Thursday, July 11, and the her to MainStreet Savings Bank, small animal sale will be FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan Saturday, July 13, at 2 p.m. 49058, as Mortgagee, and Bidders may purchase recorded on July 10, 2007, in the lambs, hogs, beef, feeder office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in steers, rabbits, chickens or I Instrument Number 1182803, goats. The animals can be which mortgage was assigned to slaughtered for freezer meat, Cohirfletcial '"Bank ACsohhiigrn flemt'ceinatl' of B- Maonrktgagby bey datean adn' taken home as pets, resold for buyers at local resale June 12, 2012, recorded on June 14, 2012, in Instrument Number yards, or donated to the food 2012-001179, Barry County bank. The Eaton County 4-H Records, on which Mortgage Junior Livestock Association there Is claimed to be due and has developed a partnership unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of One Hundred with the Greater Lansing Six Thousand Seven Hundred Food Bank. If buyers choose Ninety-Seven and 91/100 Dollars to donate their purchases to ($106,797.91); and no suit or pro­ the food bank, the food bank ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the will take care of the process­ debt or any part thereof secured ing and make sure that the by said Mortgage, and the power meat stays in Eaton County. of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of Then, buyers have helped 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ two worthy causes — a 4-H BY GIVEN that on Thursday, July P.O. Box 188 child who has worked hard 11, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the and a family in the commu ­ Hastings, MI 49058-0188 afternoon, at the Barry County nity. Courthouse in Hastings, Buyers who purchase ani­ Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit mals through the auctions Court for Barry County, there will also have a great venue for be offered for sale and sold to the advertising their local busi­ highest bidder or bidders at pub­ Whether your printing needs are complex color brochures or simple black ness. After an animal is pur­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and chased through the sale ring, and white forms, let J-ad Graphics design, print and deliver quality unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ a 4-H exhibitor will hang a er with all allowable costs of sale printed materials you'H be proud of. Complete design, printing and sign over the pens, thanking and includable attorney fees, the the buyers for purchasing bindery facilities in-house to handle all of your printing needs no matter lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and their animals. Additionally, how large or small. Call one of our Printing Specialists today! described as follows: LAND SIT­ 4-H members will run ads in UATED IN THE CITY OF HAST­ the paper thanking buyers for INGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, their purchases. Throughout MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: The West 3 rods of Lot 6 of Block this process, 4-H members 1 of James Dunnings Addition to • Hastings Banner continue to learn about the the City, ■ formerly Village of cost and benefits of raising •Hastings Reminder Hastings, according to the and selling market animals, recorded plat thereof. Commonly • Sun & News known address: 654 W. Green about advertising and pro­ Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 •Lakewood News motion, and the value of say­ Parcel ID Number: 08-55-035­ ing “thanks.” • Maple Valley News 009-00 The period within which For more information the above premises may be •Marshall Chronicle & redeemed shall expire six (6) about the livestock sales, Community Advisor months from the date of sale, contact a 4-H member or the unless determined abandoned in • Battle Creek Shopper Eaton County MSU accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. Extension office, 517-543­ •Lowell Ledger & 600.3241a, in which case the 2310. redemption period shall be 30 exhibit at the Eaton County Fair. Raising livestock proj­ ects is a unique opportunity for 4-Hers to learn and grow while doing something fun. Youths learn something about agriculture and live­ stock production and devel­ op an appreciation for the livestock industry. However, the main objectives are to teach life skills and help youths become productive Senate should vote on Medicaid expansion LEGAL NOTICE Printing Need? Graphics We Have a Colorful Solution Publishers of: days from the time of such sale. Dated: May 17, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (06-08) (06-29) 06813665 Buyers' Guide Christine Heverly, Eaton County 4-H pro­ gram coordinator To contact one ofour Printing Specialists Call: Phone (269) 945-9554 Fax (269) 945-5192 �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, June 29,2013 — Page 9 School days of early Maple Grove Memories of the Past This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News June 28, 1983. In the year 1880, some 384 children were receiving instruction in Maple Grove Township schools — 21 of the scholars being non-resi­ dents. A few residents of Maple In the course of a year, Grove Township enjoyed four male and 14 female educational facilities as early teachers were employed in as 1840 — six years before 1880 by the township, and the township became an they earned an aggregate independent organization salary of $1,253. The total and some 14 years before resources of Maple Grove Nashville was settled. Township for educational The earliest school in the purposes in 1880 had township was conducted by reached the sum of $2,080. misses Emma and Maria The township had nine frame Mott, daughters of promi­ school buildings to maintain. nent local landowner John As early as 1835, Maple Mott, in a home erected by Grove, designated on the the Motts on Section 26. U.S. survey as township 2 “Miss Emma determined North of Range 7 West, was soon after (erection of the the resort of Eastern land­ house) to open a school and lookers and speculators, was promised the patronage according to the published of the few settlers who lived county history, and two near and had small children,’’ years later was chosen as the noted an account published home of an actual settler. in 1880 by D.W. Ensign & “Its progress was not Co. of Philadelphia on the rapid,” noted the 1880 history of Allegan and Barry Ensign publication, “and for counties. “The school many years, the voters num­ opened ftith six scholars and bered but half a score [10].” did not greatly increase in At first, Maple Grove was number during its brief exis­ under the jurisdiction of tence.” Johnston, which then The first true school-house embraced the four townships in Maple Grove Township of Johnstown, Assyria, was built on Section 25 and Maple Grove and Baltimore. was called the Quailtrap, Maple Grove became an due, says the history book, to independent township in “the fact some enterprising 1846, and was christened by lads found it a convenient the wife of an early pioneer. rendezvous in their expedi­ “Maple Grove” was one of tions in search of these several names considered birds.” before the final choice was Later, that school building made. The settlement ofthe terri­ which was designated as District No. 1, was removed tory of Maple Grove began and a new and more spacious in May 1837 with the arrival edifice substituted on of Eli Lapham, his son Leander and daughter Section 24. In 1880, according to the Sophronia, after a weary 125-mile pilgrimage by ox published history of Barry County, Maple Grove team from Wayne County. Mrs. Lapham and five Township was divided into six whole and three fraction­ younger children were tem­ al school districts governed porarily left behind there by a board of directors com­ until a rude shanty was con­ prised of William G. Brooks, structed by her husband on A.P. Jarrard, Frank Fuller, Section 35 — land purchased C.R. Palmer, John Hinckley, earlier from John Mott of M.H. Palmer, John Day, Jackson County. In July 1837, Eli Lapham Y.A. Cassell and Henry Troyer. [Fractional schools, returned to Wayne County in this instance, had bound- and brought his wife and five ries within more than one younger children to their new Maple Grove home, township.] This photo of students in Maple Grove Townships school District No. 4, taken Jan. 12,1892, was contributed by Claudia Ruell of Hastings, who acquired it at a recent sale. Who can identify the school location or any of the scholars? The teacher apparently is the gentleman with the beard, fourth from right in the back row. He holds a ruler in his hand while some of his students hold books or tablets. The children appear to be warmly dressed — many had to trudge several miles in all kinds of weather to attend classes. Note the variety of winter caps displayed by the young boys seated on a log in the front row. along with another load of household goods drawn by a team of oxen. Three years later, the Mott sisters commenced their pri­ vate school venture with a half-dozen students. By 1846, when Maple Grove became a self-govern­ ing township, property tax rolls showed 22 land-owning taxpayers: Seth Phillips, E.G. Mapes, Rufus Brooks, John F. Fuller, James Buck, A.S. Quick, Eli Lapham, Peter Dillon, Henry Mallory, A. Harwood, R. McOmber, V.O. Buck, Henry Deane, E. Austin, Leander Lapham, William Sutton, Henry Mott, Benjamin Tate, Joseph Badcock, John Dean, Aaron Burgess and Peter Dauns. The late George Dean of Nashville in a “Memories of the Past” published in 1979 recalled school days of the 1890s at McKelvey School in District 6 on Section 9 of Maple Grove Township. He talked of the wide age range of students educated simulta­ neously in the one-room facility. “Some of the older stu­ dents were nearly the same age as parents ofthe younger ones,” noted Dean. “The teachers had to kind ofmoth­ er us when we were little fel­ lows.” Older boys often attended classes only in the winter months. “They came to school when they couldn’t go any other place,” observed Dean. Potato digging and com cut­ ting kept them at home in the fall; plowing and planting detained them in the spring. Hence, many of those rural lads were nearing 20 years of age and still attempting to See us for color copies, one-hour digital and 35 mm photo processing, business cards, invitations and all yourprinting needs. J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits acquire an eighth grade edu­ cation by farm work. Dean recalled that at times, subjects were too advanced for the younger children, who were assigned seats near the teacher’s desk while the older students sat farther back in the class­ room. “The teacher would have us little ones marking on the blackboard while the older ones recited,” recalled Dean, “or sometimes [the teacher] just sent us outside to get rid of us.” The schoolhouse was often the center of communi­ ty activities, plays and more. At special evening functions, families would bring kerosene lamps from home to help light the schoolhouse. Other school utilites in those early days also were very basic in the rural dis­ tricts. Drinking water was usually drawn from a well at a neighboring home, carried to school in a large pail and served by a community dip­ per. School-houses were heated with potbellied stoves fueled by a supply of wood stacked outside. Bringing in wood was one of several jobs at school assigned to older students. “Farmers would cut wood in the wintertime, team it in and pile it up near the school to dry throughout the sum- mer — to be ready for the lodging in town. fall season,” remembered The real influx of rural Dean. students to Nashville’s high Average enrollment at school began in the 1890s most rural schools ofthat era and continued to increase was about 30 students — yearly until, some half-cen­ varying from as low as 20 to tury later, a general consoli­ around 40. dation plan absorbed almost Subjects taught were gen­ all surrounding township pri­ erally designed to instill fun­ mary schools into the damentals of education in Nashville system. rural youngsters, from begin­ One by one, time took its ners to eighth graders. toll on the little country After Nashville’s Union schools — boarded up and School was constructed in abandoned. Some were 1884-85, rural children were saved by renovation into pri­ given the opportunity of vate homes. Others were completing high school — razed. But all haye.lqft b^hiiy^Sb? but that required making daily round trips into the vil? legacy of fond1 memories! 'oF1 lage via foot, horseback or the past. buggy, or finding temporary NOTICE Castleton Township is looking for a person(s) interested in serving on the Board of Review. You must be a regis­ tered voter and a property taxpayer in Castleton Township. Knowledge of property values would be help­ ful. The position is by appointment, the term is for two (2) years, and it is a paid position. The Board of Review meets in July, December, and March. Please send a let­ ter of intent along with some background information to: Castleton Township Clerk 915 Reed St., PO Box 679 Nashville, Ml 49073 The deadline is July 9, 2013 Castleton Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer § EMPLOYMENT Village of Vermontville Treasurer Candidate performs administrative work conducting daily business activities of the village, including statutory treasurer functions. The treasurer will have custody of money, bonds, mortgages, notes, leas­ es and evidences of value belonging to the village. The treasurer will receive all money, keep and account of all receipts and expenditures, and perform monthly bank reconciliations. The treasurer will perform duties related to assessing property, levying taxes, keep an accounting of all taxes, and make reports to the clerk and council as required by law and the council. A minimum of 16 hours of work per week required during the first 90 days probationary period. Knowledge of BS&A and Excel preferred. Interested candidates, please submit the following or your application may not be considered: 1) Completed Village of Vermontville application. Applications may be picked up at the village office or at www.vermontville-mi.gov. 2) Cover letter. 3) Resume, including three professional references. 4) Official sealed college transcript or copy of request submitted to college (if applicable). 5) Current certifications, if applicable. Please submit the above to: president@vermontville-mi.gov AND clerk@vermontville-mi.gov or The Village of Vermontville Box K, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Position will be open until filled. Any questions, concerns or clarifications, please contact the Village office at 517-726-1429, clerk@vermontville-mi.gov Full job description available at www.vermontville-mi.gov owisata �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 29, 2013 Young Lions are gettinga taste of track and field by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Rain drop dodging, puddle jumping turned into the last couple events at Monday’s meeting of the Maple Valley Track Club. A couple ofkids even tried swimming. A heavy downpour just after-7 p.m. brought an early end to the second evening of the event Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School. More than 50 youngsters have already signed-up and participated during the first two Monday evening ses­ sions. The club will take this Monday (July 1) off, and then resume with sessions July 8 and 15 before holding a final competitive meet July 22. After a warm-up period on the football field to start, youngsters ages 4 and up were split into different groups to learn Track and field fundamentals and tech­ Youngsters run through the rain and splash in the niques. Instruction was given in sprints, middle distance puddles as a storm brings an early end to Monday’s running, distance running, Maple Valley Track Club event at the Maple Valley hurdles, throws, jumps and Jr./Sr. High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) the pole vault. Jassen Dowling led the “This keeps you from hav­ around 1995. throwers, but before the first ing a disc in the head.” “I was happy (to see it softballs, Frisbees or discs From there he went on to come back),” Sessions said. .were flung he had some show boys and girls how to “It produced a lot of good important messages. hold a disc and how to fire athletes when we had it when “See this cage,” Dowling off a simple throw. it first started. It gives expo­ said. “It’s like you guys are Dowling and varsity boys’ sure to the kids. It just got to all at the zoo.” track and field coach Brian be a little overwhelming, He pointed up to a bent Lincoln have restarted the because I got so involved in pole and some dangling Maple Valley Track Club, the pole vault. It was hard to fence at the top of the cage which was run by pole vault do the whole thing so I around the discus competi­ coach Jerry Sessions for branched off into the pole tion area. about seven years beginning vault. With this coming back, I think it’s going to grow the track program for the future. Already, we can see some kids really doing well.” Heating 8 dir Conditioning He and Miranda Farr teamed up to get a large Financing Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and 3 NowAvailable group started at the pole flir Conditioners ‘ vault pit. 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They got their hour of training in Monday, but missed out on an hour of competition because of the storms. The cost is $10 to partici­ pate for the summer season, and some T-shirts are still available. The competitive meet which .is scheduled for July 22 is open to any competi­ tors, whether they’ve taken part in the club training ses­ sions or not. The cost for non-club members to com- pete is $5. Awards are given nightly, and there will be medals at the final meet. 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Takacs said that in addi­ tion to fireworks safety, peo­ ple should keep the follow­ ing tips in mind when enjoy­ ing their campfires: • Use fire rings in non- Ball players receive individual honors Individual honors are rolling in for the Maple Valley varsity baseball team after a successful season. Center fielder Austin Gonser earend 1st Team All­ State honors in Divison 3, also earning all-conference honors in the Kalamazoo Valley Association and a spot on the Battle Creek Enquirer’s all-area first team. Hickey joined gonser in earning all-conference and all-area honors. Hickey and Andrew Brighton were both named first team all-district, as was head coach Bryan Carpenter. Brighton, Beau Johnson, Kyle Brumm and Garrett Miller were all honorable mention all-conference in the KVA this spring. Hickey and Miller were both selected for the Lansing Old Timers Association All­ Star Game as well. 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Sometimes you don’t have to go very far to find some real­ ly interesting things.” He added the people in Nashville were fantastic hosts and said he has a new­ found respect for the other side of the county. Middleville council mem­ ber Ed Schellinger said he was very appreciative of being able to visit Nashville. “It’s a quaint little village. It was a very interesting visit, and it’s good to see dif­ ferent approaches they’ve taken,” he said. Council member Mike Lytle said it was his first trip to Nashville. “I always enjoy the mayor's exchange. It’s just good to see how other communities work and do things. I especially like what [Nashville] is doing to remodel the old buildings.” Middleville council mem­ ber Phil VanNoord said he also was impressed with the Nashville commitment to trails that mirrors Middleville’s enthusiasm. “As a trail advocate, it was nice to see them working to expand their trail and think­ ing of how they can connect other places just like we are,” he said. When the Nashville offi­ cials visited Middleville, they were treated to tours of the village, as well. Nashville officials heard about Middleville’s plans to redevelop Riverside Park, complete with handicapaccessible boat launches and extended trails. They heard of cooperative efforts with Thornapple Township, toured Bradford White Corporation’s expan­ sive manufacturing facility, saw how the community garden was growing, visited Thomapple Kellogg Schools, shopped at the farmer’s market, ate at local restaurants and shopped in the village. They got to see Middleville’s portion of the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail and witness how it’s used by the public on a regular basis. They said they were impressed with the historic train depot, which is located within the village but owned by the township, and were equally impressed with the cooperative effort to have it become a historic landmark for the community. They visited parks, toured the village hall and village police offices, visited the Thomapple Township Emergency Services fire and ambulance station, and learned more about the vil­ lage water and sewer depart­ ments. Nashville Village Council President Frank Dunham and Middleville village council President Charlie Pullen exchanged keys to the vil­ lages. Nashville also was pre­ sented with a pair of stage­ coach bookends, symboliz­ ing Middleville’s heritage with the stagecoach and rec­ ognizing the two communi­ ties as “bookends’ of Barry County in the east and the west. Nashville Village President Frank Dunham (right) presents the key to the village to Middleville Village President Charlie Pullen on Mayor Exchange Day. Middleville council member Phil Van Noord explains plans for a mountain bike trail in Wildwood Trails Park. Kent Oil & Propane, Inc. Jk 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 It had been more than 15 years since Nashville had been a part of a Mayor Exchange Day, said Dunham. “It was very enjoyable and quite interesting. They have a lot* going on [in Middleville]. It was impres­ sive.” Nashville Trustee Johnny Hartwell had never been to Middleville and said he looked forward to touring Bradford White. “I wish Nashville could do something like this. We need the tax base,” said Hartwell. “We have-the land. I know we could support it “Middleville is an awe­ some town,” said Nashville Trustee Lori Courtney. “It really seems like they have it together.” Courtney said the plan­ ning in Middleville is cre­ ative. She also said that if Nashville could have just (Photos by Julie Makarewicz and Shari Carney) — Now offering — PRICE PROTECTION PROGRAMS FOR 2013-2014 HEATING SEASON • Responsive, Dependable Service • Radio Dispatched Trucks • Auto-fill Plan • We install and service pool heaters! (Based on 500-gal. min. annual usage) jdknt one-half of the jobs generat­ ed by Bradford White, it would be beneficial. “We’re right on track with them,” Decker said of Middleville’s water and sewer treatment program. Decker also said he enjoyed the farmers market and would like to see one start up in Nashville. The best part of the visit to Middleville for Chief Jerry Schray was the four of Bradford White, which he said was awesome. The farmers market realized a sale .when a hanging plant went home with Schray as a gift for his wife, Kelly. Schray said he will be back to Middleville for the free Friday evening music and will bring his family. jpibqbanb Sales er Service of Honeywell Standby Generators SERVING FUEL NEEDS FOR OVER 70 YEARS � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-07-06.pdf d8ebe4805b152e3faae9b90a3d679ed5 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY ewsj Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 27, July 6, 2013 A local paper oftoday! Steel departs amid good wishes from board, staff by Shari Carney StaffWriter When former Maple Valley Schools Superintendent Ronna Steel decided the time had come to advance her career to the superintendent level, the mother of five said she was pretty picky. When the youngest child graduated from high school, Steel began a search looking for schools with a similar demo­ graphic to Union City Community Schools where she was the director of cur­ riculum, assessment and instruction. “I wanted a small, rural, warm and friendly communi­ ty,” she said. Steel and husband, Brent, on a drive-through of Maple Valley school district, said it was a stop at a gas station in Nashville that sealed the deal, she said, since every­ one was friendly, nurturing and all smiles. Steel’s first day as super­ intendent was July I’J 2011, the first day of a three-year stay that ended June 30. In reflecting over her three years here, Steel said, “We’re on a great path, head­ ed for wonderful things ... we have a great board. Their heart is in serving kids, hav- Ronna Steel went all out by accessorizing with a singing elf hat and Christmas socks. ing the best school for the kids and being good stew­ ards of the taxpayers’ money.” Steel said she is most proud of the personalized learning plan that has been put into place at Fuller Street Elementary where students will be given the gift of time. If a student isn’t grasping a concept, a different way of teaching will be used. “Some kids need to see math, feel math, then it clicks ... the focus has to be how they learn, not how we want to teach,” she said. On another vein, Steel said vocational training is necessary, and a focus on college for all is a disservice to the plumbers, electricians, graphic designers and nurses Maple Valley School Board members honor departing Superintendent Ronna Steel in a break from the budget meeting Monday, June 24. Steel has taken the position of superintendent for the Barry Intermediate School District. Pictured are (front row, from left) Tim Burd, Andi Montgomery, Wayne Curtis, April Heinze, Steel (back) Kevin Rost and Brian Green, posing with the gifts of a cake and balloons. (Missing from the photo is Mark Jorgensen) of the future. Instead, stu­ dents should be steered toward post-secondary edu­ cation equipped with skills for a host of careers, she See STEEL, pg. 3 Rare, unique machinery on display at Charlton Park July 12 to 13 The Charlton Park Gas and Steam Engine Club will present the 42nd annual Gas and Steam Engine Show July 12 -and 13 from 8 a.m. to dusk. Displays of tractors, sta­ tionary engines, steam engines, farm machinery, steam boats, antique motor­ cycles and trucks are planned. Visitors will get a glimpse at a rare 1886 Westinghouse Traction Engine in the park’s collec­ tion. Thought to be one of only a few left in the world, the machine contains nearly 100 percent original parts and will be on display throughout the weekend. The Westinghouse is also used to steam sweet com, a summer­ time favorite for event guests. A pancake breakfast will be prepared and served by club members and Barry County commissioners Saturday, July 13, from 7 to 10:30 a.m. Organizers are excited to announce a tractor pull Ricky Morgan, a 2012 Pathways graduate, receives a handshake and congratulations from then Maple Valley Superintendent Ronna Steel. In This Issue All sorts of antique machinery will be exhibited and demonstrated July 12 and 13 at Historic Charlton Park. Saturday beginning at 11:30 a.m. Trophies will be award­ ed to top finishers. Spectators should plan to bring lawn chairs and blan­ kets for seating. A kid’s pedal pull is planned for noon Saturday. Food vendors will be serv­ ing festival favorites, and a See ENGINES, pg. 3 Barry County board hears about mute swans, sunken truck Crunch Classic is July 13 Tutoring and floor hockey program begins this week Fathers and sons team up for swamp adventure race �Page 2 — Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. July 6, 2013 Barry County board hears about mute swans, sunken truck by Doug VanderLaan Editor A discussion on mute swans turned shrill even before members of the Barry County Board of Commissioners could get to Tuesday’s first agenda item rm the growing threat that the invasive species is having in Barry County. “This is simple extortion.” said Rutland Township Supervisor Jim Carr, who started Tuesday’s opening public comment period with his description of efforts — and lack of effort on the part of the county sheriff’s department — to remove a truck from the bottom of Podunk Lake after it broke through ice in January. “The truck went in on the 25th. The sheriff investigat­ ed it on the 28th and said it would be pulled out in the spring,” began Carr, listing a number of responses that led to him making his charge. “Now [Undersheriff Bob] Baker says there’s no money to pull the truck out, and it’s got to be the guy’s insurance that pays. The guy doesn’t have any insurance.” According to an informant who called the Barry County Sheriffs office Jan. 28 to report the incident, the truck is a 1992 Dodge Dakota 4x4 and is owned by Ryan Webb, 51, of Caledonia. When offi­ cers contacted Webb after his return from an out-of­ town work assignment, he questioned why he needed to report the incident since his intentions were to pull it out in the spring. Lack of action and the pressure he’s receiving from residents has stirred Carr’s ire which, Tuesday, was largely directed at the county sheriff’s department “Then Baker says it would cost a lot of overtime just to find the truck, and I won’t say exactly what J said to him,” Carr told the board. “I got a bass out of that lake, and I found it on my fishfinder in 20 minutes.” He went on to describe additional discussion in which he was told that the recovery operation couldn’t be done on a private lake like Podunk Lake because it would require access through a resident’s property at great possible damage to the prop­ erty. “In 45 to 60 minutes I had three people lined up offer- ing us to use their property,” retorted Carr. “Then 1 find out that the Department of Environment Quality had been in contact with the sher­ iffs office and told them once they [the sheriffs department] knew there were no bodies in the truck, that they [the DEQ] would pull it out” In a conversation he had with the DEQ office, Carr said he learned the DEQ was still waiting for confirmation from the sheriffs depart­ ment. He also questioned if the truck’s driver might be receiving special favors, especially since the original charges of leaving the scene and failing to report an acci­ dent have been reduced to impeding traffic. “How can you impede traffic at the bottom of a lake?” concluded Carr. “The township is not going to tol­ erate this extortion. Somebody needs to step up.” Because Carr’s charge came as part of Tuesday’s public comment period and was not scheduled for dis­ cussion, the issues laid dor­ mant until the additional public comment period offered near the meeting’s conclusion. “I understand Jim’s frus­ tration because he’s under a lot of pressure,” Sheriff Dar Leaf told commissioners. “State law mandates a sheriff to recover bodies, but it doesn’t say anything about recovering vehicles. We do need a funding source if we go out there and recover that truck. “We’d have to send a camera down there first just to see if we even have the right equipment to bring it up. It’s a lot more than just sending a diver down, attaching a chain, and haul­ ing it up.” America's #7 Selling Storm Door Energy Saving Solutions at Affordable Prices. DID YOU KNOW... energy loss through the opening. 830-80 Retractable Screen • Disappearing retractable screen for a clear view • DuraTech® surface over solid core for age and weather resistance • Brass finish matching Interior and exterior levers with buHt-in SecureLock • Limited Lifetime Warranty •275" TIhometowni J LUMBER & HARDWARE ®245“ 219 S. State in Nashville 517-852-0882 L www.hometownlumber.com Security grant. • Training and supply funds totaling $2,511 from the Michigan Citizen Corps Program Grant for use with the Barry County Citizen Emergency Response Team. • The purchase of eight countertops for the BarryEaton District Health Department to replace cur­ rent countertops that have become stained and cannot be repaired. The $9,000 cost will be paid from the build­ ing rehabilitation fund. • To purchase carpet and hard surface flooring at the health department to replace original carpet installed in the building in 2003. The $56,784 cost will be paid from the building rehabilita­ tion fund. • The renewal ofthe liabil­ ity vehicle physical damage and property and crime insurance coverage policy at a cost of $288,094 for a year, through July 1, 2014. The board adjourned at 10:55 a.m. to go into closed session to discuss contract negotiations connected with a 2012-14 employee contract that allowed for re-opening to discuss wages. The board meets for its executive session Tuesday, July 9, beginning at 9 a.m. in its county courthouse meet­ ing chambers at 220 W. State St. in Hastings. 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When discussing various ways to control the mute swan population, Schaefer said some townships have expressed interest but that the Department of Natural Resources still needs peti­ tioned signatures of 70 per­ cent of a lake’s owners before destroying nests and eggs or removing adult birds. The process is complicated by residents who don’t understand the destructive capability ofmute swans and view population control and animal cruelty. Commissioners agreed that a board resolution to approve mute swan control over the entire county would be the most effective means of dealing with the problem but chose to have another discussion at next week’s meeting before making a final decision. “All lake associations have the right [presently] to get 70 percent of their owners to approve something like this,” maintained Commissioner Jim Dull. “That’s their God­ given right, it’s not our place to step on them.” “But we’re talking mute swans,” retorted Commission Jim DeYoung. “I think this is the right thing to do. We’re public officials, and we need to act on behalf ofthe county.” Schaefer agreed to work with county administration officials to draft an ordi­ nance for approval at the Tuesday, July 9, board meet­ ing. In other business, com­ missioners recommended full board approval at the July 9 meeting ofthe follow­ ing: • That Barry County become the fiduciary for equipment and personal pro­ tective gear provided for 23 Southwest Michigan area fire departments provided under a Region 5 Homeland Olivet College Great Selection. Unbeatable Value. • Premium 1 -5/8' heavy duty aluminum frame • Overlap seal and double weatherstrip • Boss hardware with buffi-m deadboll lock • Full screen included • Umited Lifetime Warranty In a later phone call to the Banner, Leaf also clarified that the DEQ knew within three days that the vehicle had sunk, though there was no mandate for his depart­ ment to report it to the DEQ. “When the undersheriff [Baker] talked to the DEQ, they said they were going to give the owner a 10-day noti­ fication to get the truck out of the water.” About the possibility that the owner has no insurance to cover those costs, Leaf conceded that “it might eventually have to come from the taxpayers.” He downplayed Carr’s use ofthe word “extortion” in that scenario, however. “I wasn’t expecting so much sarcasm out of him,” said Leaf. Any distress Carr’s pres­ entation may have caused commissioners turned to near palpitations when wildlife biologist Sara Schaefer described the bur­ geoning crisis posed by mute swans invading county and state waters. An extremely aggressive bird, the mute swan was introduced in Charlevoix County in 1919 and escaped without being neutered or having its wings clipped to prevent flight. The popula­ tion grew to 47 birds by 1949, to 15,500 in 2010, and by 2015, is expected to reach between 19,400 and 24,200 birds. As the mute swan popula­ tion grows, so do confronta­ tions with not only the native trumpeter swan but also with humans, who, after coming too close on jet skis or kayaks, have been attacked and drowned. The birds, with growing confidence from scaring off others, show less fear when encountering adults even on shore. The mute swan sees the gentler and native Michigan trumpeter swan as a direct competitor. Because mute swans migrate for less time and less distance, they return to Michigan waterways as early as February and fright­ en off any competitors. In Q Mon. thru Sat 7:30 am to 5:30 pm 3 A total of 274 students have been named to the Olivet College 2013 spring semester dean’s list. To make the dean’s list, students must be enrolled full-time and earn a grade point average of 3.5 or high­ er. Local students on the list include: Bellevue — Ashlyn Coats, Alfred McKeown, Amanda Tripplet Charlotte — Kinsey Bartlett, Katie Coles, Meghan Eldred, Joel Frith. Dowling — Taylor Gorr. Nashville — Angelina Daberkow, Casey Eldridge, Darcey Turner, Tina Westendorp. Vermontville — Kathleen Bukoski, Genie Gagnon, Justin Parks. ^■'udatf, Nujkt Special Home Cookin / Jack 8 Judy’s^ Country Kettle Cafe Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM ,9681644? All-you-can-eat COD, PERCH, SHRIMP, CLAM STRIPS OR CATFISH SalwuicufMajid Special Featuring BBQ RIBS & । ROAST PORK & DRESSING AU dinners include Soup & Salad Bar �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, July 6, 2013 — Page 3 STEEL, continued from page 1— xav ’w SS& XX * th k v . >> *s s bs? 7*'** ?"% *»» m'IM .. rw, »?% W ii b j ’ * * ^bk ^bk bk. "R. ■ *<8h “^(U wJ © '*' “S- “^ fct^tSB SI^ J■ "RS ^^B k, u P'.’silJ “’RM©J RM© J L M« re J‘» >M| KEli-W IMBUIM UDUIII^ UHBltE ■I scum PUinWlK BWK QIIHM jHittwaiJ anKua )W matmaaM ffllttMB describe her as a transforma­ tional leader of the highest said. said Steel. “I’m very excit­ level,” said Falcon. “She has Michelle Falcon has been ed.” a personal vision to create appointed interim superin­ Falcon had words of learning opportunities for all tendent. praise for Steel, as well. students. Ronna is a charis­ “Michelle will take Maple “Ronna Steel is an inspira­ matic professional who is Valley in a great direction,” tional person. I would able to develop collabora­ tive, working relationships with all stakeholders in a school community. It would be a pleasure to work with or work for someone like Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Ronna. I thank her for the continued mentoring rela­ July 7 Swine Carcass Contest live judging, 5 p.m., tionship we have built Expo Center together. She truly is a pro­ Poultry Bam Set-Up, 2 p.m., Expo Center fessional role model to emu­ Rabbit Bam Set-up, 9 a.m. to noon, Expo late.” Center Lorraine Hansbarger has July 8 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 served as administrative p.m., Expo Center assistant to every superin­ July 9 Beef Carcass Contest hanging judging, 7 tendent this district has had, p.m., Byron Center Meats and she said Steel is the most Lamb Carcass Contest hanging judging, 6 hands-on, deeply involved in p.m., Byron Center Meats every aspect of running the Swine Carcass Contest hanging judging, 6:30 district. p.m., Byron Center Meats “Ronna puts in many July 11 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center hours over and above expec­ Sheep Bam Set-up, 7 p.m., Fairgrounds tations. She very honestly cares about our children in Swine Bam Set-up, 7 p.m, Fairgrounds Goat Mandatory Meeting, 7 p.m., Fairgrounds this district, said Hansbarger. “Many, many times, I have Goat Bam Set-up, 7 p.m., (if not already done) July 12 heard her say ‘But what is Non-Livestock Set-up, 7 p.m., Fairgrounds best for students?’ Always Poultry Check-in, 12 to 8 p.m., Fairgrounds the bottom line in her deciJuly 13-20 Fair Week July 13 Non-livestock Judging Day Beef Bam Set-up, 6 p.m., Fairgrounds Rabbit Check-in, 5 to 7 p.m., Fairgrounds Dog Showmanship, Obedience, Rally & Notebooks, 9 a.m., registration at 8:30 a.m. Market Bird Weigh-in, 11 a.m., Fairgrounds July 14 Poultry Show, 8 a.m., Fairgrounds Goat Check-in, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Fairgrounds Beef Weigh-in, 2 to 7 p.m., Fairgrounds Lamb Weigh-in, approximately 7 p.m., Fairgrounds Sheep/Lamb Mandatory Meeting, following weigh-in Swine Weigh-in, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. July 15 Beef Mandatory Meeting, 6 p.m., Expo Pavilion Goat Show, 8 a.m., Fairgrounds Swine Mandatory Meeting, 2 p.m., Expo Pavilion Horse Mandatory Meeting, 8 a.m., Announcer’s Booth July 17 Dog Agility, 6 p.m., registration at 5:30 p.m. Cat Show, 9 a.m., Fairgrounds July 19 Large Animal Livestock Sale, 9 a.m., Fairgrounds July 30 Culinary Arts Classes to start CALENDAR OF EVENTS administrator because I had the privilege to work under her leadership. I have been honored to serve with her.” ENGINES, continued from page 1 swap meet and flea market will take place daily near the Gas and Steam Bam. Registration and camping is still available for vendors and exhibitors. To become a member ofthe Charlton Park Gas and Steam Club, annual dues are $20 ($10 per year thereafter) and include bonuses such as networking, potluck dinners and a month­ ly newsletter. For a donation, visitors may take home a souvenir shingle made on an 1885 Perkins shingle mill. In addi­ tion, the park’s 1895 Corley Sawmill will be in operation during the event. Tractor enthusiasts won’t want to miss the parade at 4 p.m. daily. The park’s historic build­ ings will be staffed with vol­ unteers Saturday. Tractor and steam engine games, including a tug of war, are also planned. Fireworks, in the form of a spark show, are planned for both evenings at dusk. “Don’t miss this event dedicated to celebrating our local, rural heritage,” said Scott Campbell, club presi­ dent. “There is something for everyone July 12 to 13. Bring your cameras to catch all the action and be sure to enjoy a fresh ear of sweet com, dipped in butter.” Admission to the event is $5 for ages 13 and up, $3 for children 5 to 12. Children age 4 and under are free. Breakfast is $5 per person for ages 13 and up, and $3 for those 12 and under. All event proceeds support the club and park. Charlton Park is located between Hastings and Nashville, north of M-79, at 2545 S. Charlton Park Road. For more information, call 269-945-3775, visit www.charltonpark.org or check Facebook. LARGE 01* small We Ship It All! • Appliances • Dishes • Furniture Food Products • Large Equipment • Clothes And More! omshs^ wntaiI sion-making is the welfare of our students. She is incredi­ bly loyal, fair, ethical, patient, a good listener; and tough when the need arises. “I will miss her cheerful ‘Good mornings,’ her infec­ tious little-girl giggle and the comfortable work environ­ ment she supplies,” she added. Susanne Waffle, Fuller principal and special educa­ tion director, said Steel has been very involved in the district. Steel’s car was at the administration building all hours of the day and evening, said Waffle, and Steel rarely missed a band concert or musical and even attended the FFA national convention when Maple Valley students competed in Indianapolis. “On a personal level she was always willing to talk and coach me through new situations. I know beyond the shadow of a doubt that Ronna loves kids and has a passion for learning. Every decision she made, no matter how difficult, was based out of concern for students..... 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His father passed away in 1957, and his brother Morris was killed in a car accident in 1958. Shortly afterwards, he joined the armed services to support his mother He was in the Army from 1959 to 1962. After the service, he moved back to Kalkaska where he worked in the area until the fail of 1964 when he went to Lansing and got hired into General Motors. He was first married to Myrna Tait in 1963, and divorced in 1968. He then married Doria L. Spahr on July 5, 1969 and moved to Nashville in October 1969 where he has lived ever since. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially hunting and fishing with his sons, and taking the family camping in northern Michigan where he grew up. Every Sunday, along with his wife Doria, the couple would watch Rev. Haggee on tele­ vision together. Jerome was preceded in death by his wife, Doria; infant son, Thomas Alan; father, Francis; mother, Mildred; brothers, Wilford of Seattle, Washington, John of Daftcr, William of Sault Ste. Marie, Morris of Kalkaska; and sisters, Etta Dear of Flint, and Irene Carver of Dafter; and several nieces and nephews. Surviving are his children, Allan Meehan, Ross Meehan, Loretta (Mike) (Mike) Zumbaugh, Monique (Jay) Scott, Jone (Keith) Metz and Pamela Pardee; along with many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, July 5, 2013. Services arranged by and held at Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Interment took place imme­ diately following the funeral service at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. He will be buried with the cre­ mains of his late wife, on the anniversary of their mar­ riage. Pallbearers were grandsons, AJ Meehan, Aaron Meehan, Chad The 13th annual Crunch Classic, in memory of Tony Dunkelberger, tees off Dunkelberger, tees Saturday, July 13, at 13, Mulberry Fore in Nashville at 2:30 p.m. This golf outing is a four person best-ball scramble. Men have the option of wearing skirts or dresses to qualify to tee off from the ladies’ tees. All proceeds are for a sec­ ond scholarship. The first is awarded annually to a foot­ ball player the second will be Kellogg Community “High honors” designates students who earned grade point averages of 3.5 to 3.89 and “highest honors” denotes those who earned GPAs of 3.9 or higher. Full-time student honorees must have completed at least 12 credit hours in the semes­ ter; part-time student hon­ orees were enrolled in at least six credit hours during the semester and have com­ pleted at least J 8 credit hours cumulatively. Local students on the hon­ ors lists include: Full-time Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, MI 49058-0188 We Have a Colorful Solution Whether your printing needs are complex color brochures or simple black and white forms, let J-ad Graphics design, print and deliver quality printed materials you'll be proud of. Complete design, printing and bindery facilities in-house to handle all of your printing needs no matter how large or small. Call one of our Printing Specialists today! Publishers of: •Hastings Banner •Hastings Reminder •Sun & News •Lakewood News •Maple Valley News •Marshall Chronicle & Community Advisor • Battle Creek Shopper • Lowell Ledger & Buyers' Guide To contact one ofour Printing Specialists Call: Phone (269) 945-9554 Fax (269) 945-5192 begins, 6:30 p.m., at the Nashville VFW Hall with music supplied by disc jock­ ey Kyle Christopher. A host of prizes all donat­ ed by area merchants will be awarded, said Starks. Non-golfers are welcome to attend the dinner and dance for $7. For more information or to make a donation, call Starks, 517-852-9698, or Brian Chaffee, 517-930-3383. KCC releases honors lists Zumbaugh, Walter Smith, College in Battle Creek has Ashton (Mack) Scott and released its dean’s list for Kris Johnson. both full-time and part-time Funeral arrangements have students. been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.ne t for further details. to a math student Garret Mater was the recipient for this year’s foot­ ball scholarship. “Tony was known for many things in the valley such as being an athlete, meat cutter and a teacher but more importantly as a hus­ band, father and great friend who is still missed by many,” said LeRoy Starks in a press release. The cost is $45 per person which includes dinner and dancing. The dinner/dance High honors Battle Creek — Brittany Case, Craig Gagnon, Travis Moore, Chelsea Staines. Bellevue — Jenna Atma, Allison Bartha, Elizabeth Bartha, Audrey Beachnau, Laura Breed, Jennifer Bushong, Dawn Elliott, Mary Golden, Mackenzie Kendall, Ashleigh Olmstead, Donna Street. Hastings — Samuel Church, Chase Coughlin, Gabraelle Eaton, Grant Heide, Maicee Herrington, Danielle Hobbs, Susan Johnson-Byrd, Corrine Lubbers, Crystal Maitland, Casey Martin, Steven Maurer, Martin Ogrodzinski, Marianne Paige, Taelor Price, Mallori Spoelstra, Nikki Spurgeon, Christian Yonkers. Nashville — Stephanie Leatherman. Vermontville Kayla Shaw. Highest honors Battle Creek Andrew Messecar. Bellevue Brandy Arend, Michelle Harris, Renae Martens, Jacob Patterson. Dowling Breanna Leatherman. Hastings Alexandra Azarcon, Anna Banister, Thomas Carpenter, Marie Feldpausch, Cody Horn, Sean Lancaster, Amy McClelland, Ben Zaccanelli. Nashville — Kimberli Cross, Ashley Lesage. Part-time High honors Battle Creek Jessica Bancroft, Tiera Bemheisel, Kimberly Crandall, Dawn Halbert, Sarah Halbert, Sarah Rohrbacher. Bellevue — Susan Bertz, Barbara Burdick, Christy Collige, Joshua Cordova, Marisa Desvoignes, William Hartman III, Lauren Hockett, Tina Pestun, Megan Robertson, Melissa Rogers, Della Simmons, Rebecca Spors, Krista Voelker, Morgan Wemowsky, Joshua Whitmore. Charlotte — Sarah Dye, Brandon Eldridge, Sierra Laudenslager. Dowling Kimberlie Skidmore. Hastings — Alicia Ayars, Stacie Baldry, Torn Barry, Sarah Chaffee, Jeri Depue, Ashley Diekhoff, Karlee Diekhoff, Kara Echtinaw, Rebecca Gahan, Leona Hall, Emily Hodges, Cassandra Huver, Jeremy Ibbotson, “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 oaeiseso Scott A. 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Ca// 945-9554 for more information. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, July 6, 2013 — Page 51 bamjCountu Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, July 8 Swedish meatballs with noodles, asparagus, com, tropical fruit. Tuesday, July 9 BBQ chicken leg qtr., potato salad, spinach, apple­ sauce, combread. raisin salad, crackers. pineapple, Wednesday, July 10 Cottage cheese, pea and cheese salad, applesauce, cookie. Thursday, July 11 Chicken, strawberry spinach salad, pasta salad, mandarin oranges. Friday, July 12 Egg salad, cucumber salad, tropical fruit, bun. Wednesday, July 10 Sloppy Jo, sweet potato fries, mixed vegetables, orange, bun. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, July 8 Thursday, July 11 Swedish meatballs and noodles, mixed vegetables, asparagus, fruit punch. Chicken, strawberry spinach salad, pasta salad, banana. Friday, July 12 Grill chicken sandwich, broccoli raisin salad, sea­ soned potatoes, sliced peach­ es. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, July 8 Tuesday, July 9 BBQ chicken thigh, sea­ soned potatoes, spinach, applesauce, cookie. Wednesday, July 10 Sloppy Jo, com, diced car­ rots, orange, bun. Thursday, July 11 Sliced turkey with Cheddar cheese, three bean salad, cit­ rus sections, bun. Tuesday, July 9 Tuna pasta salad, broccoli 11 * F -hn latai Ita Mt - to' Ito 8^-1® totofci FABRICS Excludes sale items. Sale ends Aug. 3, 2013 tot lufeHiih i&& (to ®B1 Hi fail Ifci to, Im & isaiWaW to Wto tat M Wt - ta ta»I®l® ItoBit-to Pray for Our Nation QUESTIONS ASK US... 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 06818513 | Hastings: Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; Music with Sam; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Kinship Support 1:30-3 pm. at Putnam Park Nashville. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, July 9 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 10 - Hastings: Music with Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton: Reminiscence. Woodland: Sing-a-Long. Thursday, July 11 - Hastings: LineDancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 a.m.; Tigers Watch Party 1 p.m. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, July 12 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Sing-A-Long; Visiting. Carter 5 generations Great Great Grandmother Barbara Carter of Vermontville; Great Grandfathre Stan Carter, Jr. of Nashville; Mother Audreya, and Baby Jackson Quainton of Tennessee and grandmother Tressa Carter of Leslie. Local students make Spring Arbor honors list Spring Arbor University has announced names of stu­ dents from the area who are on the spring 2013 academic honors list. The list recog­ nizes full-time students who have received a grade point average of 3.7 or higher for the semester. Area students on the hon­ ors list include: Nashville Jennifer Langman, McKenna Mater, Sunfield — Gretchen Martzke. Mata-Murray Dan and Candi Carpenter of Nashville, and Tony Mata of Lansing, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Catalina Mata, to Tyler Murray, son of Willie and Lisa Murray of Woodland. An August 2013 wedding has been planned at St. Rose of Lima Church in Hastings, with a celebration of their union to be held in Woodland. Friday, July 12 Roast turkey, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, broccoli, bread pudding, prunes. 15% Off I Activities Calendar Monday, July 8 Salmon croquette, wild rice, peas and carrots, cauli­ flower, banana. **»-hta **»-hta * Engagements Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events MS HuM Cleanent Plck-I Ip UtitHon | tai MW New priest appointed The Place to Gofor Professional Styling to local parishes [EN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday Rev. Philip Stephan, with the order Missionaries of St. Francis de Sales, has been appointed pastor at St. Cyril Parish in Nashville and St. Rose of Lima in Hastings. He is currently the parochial vicar at St. Monica in Kalamazoo, said Terry Hageman, associate director of communications for the diocese, and is expected to begin serving the local parishes in August. Father Richard Altine has been reassigned to a parish in Buchanan and will depart at the end of July. S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 <L „ » „1 » JU »JU 1 Have a NiceGARDEN CENTER &.LAN D S C A PIN G Selection of Products! Trees & Shrubs 10% OFF 5715 South M-66, Nashville • 517-852-1864 Rev. Philip Stephan, MSFS Hours: Monday - Friday 9-6 • Saturday 9-5 EwingLandscaping@yahoo.com sea LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Suh? Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for*t&ys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone Is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School 10 a.,i,im. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship ... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........................ 7 p.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 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 MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east 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 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training . PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service.................................... 11 a P.M. Service 6p Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . 517-726-0526 .Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Worship............................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 8593 Cloverdale Road (1X2 mile East ofM-66, Wed. 5:30 p.m.................. Family Supper 5 ml. south ofNashville) 6:00-7:15............................ Pioneer Club Sunday School............................... 10 Sun: 9:00 Sunday S Aoo.Ml. Service 11:15 10: 00...........................................Church rvPi.cMe. Service 6 11: 00...................................... Fellowship PASTOR GEORGE GAY M-79 West W.orship . 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville , Sunday School.................. 9:45 a m. Worship Service ................... 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................ 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 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. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 - Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, July 6,2013 Scenes of Vermontville’s past This sampling of Vermontville history photo­ graphs was supplied by Jim Zemke. A lifelong resident of Vermontville, Zemke is also a local historian and collector of Vermontville postcards, photographs and memorabil­ ia. He lives on East Main Street with his wife JoAnn. The Zemkes were grand marshals of the 2011 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. This pictorial postcard of the train depot in Vermontville is postmarked Aug. 5,1910, and is addressed to Mrs. Hellen Blanchard, Sebewa, Michigan. This postcard of the village of Vermontville, postmarked May 17, 1909, is addressed to Mrs. Ella Shaeffer, Boyne Falls, Mich. Box 7. Jim Zemke said the Vermontville Drug Store had many owners throughout the years until it was torn down in the 1980s. It is now the location of a memorial Army tank, donated by the American Legion Post 222. This pictorial view of South Main Street, Vermontville, is postmarked May 22, 1939. The card is addressed to Jesse Garlinger, Nashville R.1, Mi. The tall building on the left is the Vermontville Hardware which was built by the Barber family. The Barber family was among the original founding families of the village of Vermontville. In this photograph, members of the family pose in front of the dry goods store that bears their name. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads This is a picture of the Michigan Central Railroad Depot and Vermontville Elevator. The first railroad was established in Vermontville in 1868 and was the main mode of transportation and transporting of supplies. The first elevator burned and was rebuilt in 1900. 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The opera house was completed in 1898 and was used for traveling medicine shows, graduations, roller skating, Boy Scout meetings, free movies, dances, religious services and other social events. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, July 6,2013 — Page 7 This front view of Vermontville High School is not dated. All that remains of the building is a maintenance garage on the Maplewood School property. Wildcats was the mascot for Vermontville, and school colors were green and white. Vermontville merged with Nashville schools in 1961 to become Maple Valley. The first fire station in Vermontville was housed in the bottom level of the opera house until resizing of trucks in the early 1960s rendered a new building necessary. The fire department is currently housed across the street, along with the ambulance service. A wintry view of Vermontville (date unknown) looks south down Main Street. The single steel bridge over the Thornapple River in this postcard depicts a 1930s view of Ionia Road south of Vermontville, from the elevator to Nashville Highway. The span was later replaced with a wider concrete bridge. Blood drive set for Thursday in Nashville This postcard of Vermontville (date unknown) is entitled “The Elms.” The stately trees reached an average height of 115 feet. The past few decades have seen the species decline due to the prevalence of Dutch elm disease. Notice the light fixture at top center. Kent Oil & Propane, Inc. 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He also was engaged in the elevator and furniture business here. Baked goods can be seen in the window at left; fireworks are displayed at right. Nashville’s “grand ‘n’ glorious” celebrations of July 4 commenced well over a century ago, but the very first is not recorded, for that gala event predated regularly published news in the vil­ lage. Just nine months after 19year-old Omo. Strong began publication of the1 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 dr disdfimi-* nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes efisldrcn under the age of 18 living with Arents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. ■ This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 06799 ofvpri nit Though not of Nashville, this “patriotic” cow shows the effort exerted by early rural folks to join in the spirit of the day. From nearby Ionia County, the picture is inscribed, “July 4, 1907, Saranac, Mich.” News in October 1873, he wrote of Nashville’s plans for, the. annual patriotic doings. “Arrangements for Nashville’s grand Fourth of July celebration are practi­ cally completed,” wrote Strong in June 1874. He reported that Capt. L.C. Boise had been appoint­ ed, marshal of the day and would be assisted by G.W. Village of Vermontville “Meet and Greet?* Saturday, July 13,2013 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. -Village Park Come and enjoy hot dogs and hamburgers with'the Village Council, Department of Public Works, and office staff; McCormick, F.M. Quick of Maple 1 Grove and Jesse Jordan of Woodland. The following year, Strong gave a detailed finan- cial account in his coverage of the successfill 1875 holi“E.R. day observance. White, treasurer of the Fourth of July celebration committee, reports that $171.75, the whole amount collected from the mer­ chants, was expended for the affair. The largest item was $63.60 for fireworks; the Comet Band received $40; printing amounted to $72.50, and the rest went mainly for prizes.” But it was the next year — 1876 — that Nashville wit­ nessed its grandest patriotic celebration to date, as the village joined the United States in observing the 100th EMPLOYMENT Village of Vermontville Treasurer Candidate performs administrative work conducting daily business activities of the village, including statutory treasurer functions. The treasurer will have custody of money, bonds, mortgages, notes leasleas­ es and evidences of value belonging to the village. The treasurer will receive all money, keep and account of all receipts and expenditures, and perform monthly bank reconciliations. The treasurer will perform duties related to assessing property, levying taxes, keep an accounting of all taxes, and make reports to the clerk and council as required by law and the council. A minimum of 16 hours of work per week required during the first 90 days probationary period. Knowledge of BS&A and Excel preferred. Interested candidates, please submit the following or your application may not be considered: 1) Completed Village of Vermontville application. Applications may be picked up at the village office 2) 3) 4) 5) or at www.vermontville-mi.gov. Cover letter. Resume, including three professional references. Official sealed college transcript or copy of request submitted to college (if applicable). Current certifications, if applicable. Ptease submit the above to: president@vermontville-mi.gov AND clerk@vermontville-mi.gov or The Village of Vermontville Box K, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Position will be open until filled. Any questions, concerns or clarifications, clatk@vermontville-mi.gov please contact the Village office at 517-726-1429 Full job description available at www.vermontville-mi.gov oesszs A Fourth of July performance by strong man Professor Merrill on a stage in pres­ ent day Central Park drew throngs to Main Street in 1906, but his feats did not equal the entertainment provided by mishap when four men climbed atop the brick McLaughlin Block (left of stage in photo) to end Nashville’s 1906 celebration in a spectacular, though unexpected, blaze of glory. anniversary ofthe signing of judges” set the crowd at the Declaration of 5,000 by mid-afternoon, independence. Centennial which was close to twice the Fourth of July arches were size ofthe crowd in Hastings strung across Main Street at that time, claimed Strong. and the spans were decorated Races and sporting events with evergreens and the filled the day, and evening national emblem. brought fireworks, dances On the dawning ofthe big and general merriment. day, Nashville was rousted “Verily, it was a great day with a 38-gun salute, one in Nashville,” concluded the volley for each state of the News account. Perhaps the success of the Centennial Union. The weather that Fourth explains the influx of Centennial Fourth was people to Nashville for the somewhat less than perfect following year’s celebration. “The 101st anniversary of — at least to start the day. “The morning of the American Independence was Fourth opened gloomy and a grand ‘n’ glorious day in lowering enough,” observed Nashville,” reported Strong. Strong, “as citizenry for “We were awakened by the miles around were awakened firing of guns and ringing of by the roar of cannon, ring­ bells, and early in the morn­ ing of bells and shriek of ing people began coming from all directions.” steam whistles.” The 7:45 a.m. train from Notwithstanding several morning showers, the west was loaded with Nashville’s streets were folks from Hastings and thronged with people by the other points. Shortly after 9 time skies cleared for a a.m. the first Red Ribbon morning parade headed by delegation, composed of 42 Feighner’s martial band fol­ teams from Maple Grove, lowed by 45 teams of horses arrived in the village. The pulling “gorgeously decorat­ Meadville and Castleton ed rigs.” An additional 150 Company formed a giant teams joined in the proces­ parade headed by the Comet sion which ended with Band and marched to the speeches and entertainment. cemetery to listen to patriotic “The car ofthe Goddess of speeches — sort of a fore­ Liberty, containing 38 pretty runner to Decoration Day. ladies, representing the 38 Two years later, an added states of the Union, was a Nashville attraction on the sight to behold,” noted Fourth was a baseball game Strong. between the Farmer Boys of Estimates by “competent Maple Grove and the Heavy Batters ofWoodland. Independence Day cele­ brations continued at a steady pace through 1880, when more than $300 was subscribed by local mer­ chants and others to finance the event. “Nashville this year will have the greatest Fourth of July celebration in the histo­ ry of Barry County,” predict­ ed Strong in late June of 1880. G.A. Truman had been chosen president of the day, and committees had Veen named to look after various features of the gala affair.' “There will be; among other things, no fess than four bowery dances,” advised the News. Again, Strong was correct. An estimated 5,000 people packed Nashville for an exciting holiday filled with contests and games, includ­ ing foot races, horse racing and “such mirth-provoking contests as a bun-eating affair which was won by an unnamed gentleman of African extraction believed to be from Battle Creek.” Another year passed and by 1881, the spirit of the vil­ lage seemed radically changed. “With Nashville for once laying aside the fatiguing and thankless task of pro­ moting an Independence Day celebration, local residents Continued next page �Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, July 6,2013 — Page 9 Continued from previous page for the most part spent the fourth at Thomapple Lake, where both Morgan and Thomapple offered special inducements,” reported Strong. The “inducements” were speeches, races and other LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on April 30, 2008, by Robert L. Smith and Lacey M. Sanders-Smith, hus­ band and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on May 12, 2008, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 20080512-0005095, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated June 20, 2011, recorded on June 29, 2011, In Instrument Number 201106290006395, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Seven Thousand One Hundred Sixty-Six and 02/100 Dollars ($127,166.02); and no era arffitysiilk* assart gfct ifcstiiS’i [js aEiniffiij® 4 KiwZ littM i MS mg >K lyrfBaylM’l* ^'*1 ^'* .j ffl£AThllia *.l*‘* • ® ®»‘“L " *«• * ** :?««• : * -» oz z jjgi rYY»Z^ t »..-Zad^ jEE ’[i V V#X’ <zzJ zz • >£i> !#<□<•* ‘ ZZ’.lw ZZ lw suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to r'ecdver the debt dr any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, August 8, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Unit 12, Red Oak Estates Condominium, a Condominium established by Master Deed, recorded in Document No. 1136354, Barry County Records, and being des­ ignated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 41, as amended, with rights in the general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in the Master Deed as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1978, as amended, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan. Commonly known address: 192 Jambrial Drive, Hastings, g Drive, Has ltingIsD, Michigan 49058 Parcel ID Number: 08-04-098-012-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: June 24, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COM­ MERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (07-06)(07-27) 06816399 sporting events, fireworks and dancing in the evening. A very special treat was noted: “At Thomapple, the steamer, Gem, was kept busy all day carrying gay parties around the lake.” There was at least one problem, however, encoun­ tered at the lake; “Crowds were larger than anticipated, and by evening, everything edible was gone and many were forced to go home to assuage their hunger.” Some 20 years passed and the village was still celebrating the holiday, en masse, at Thomapple Lake. July 1902: “There was nothing doing in Nashville on the fourth. The streets were deserted ... practically three-fourths of the popula­ tion appeared to be out at Thomapple Lake enjoying the cool breezes and excel­ lent fishing.” July 1904: “Nashville will not have a celebration on the Fourth ... there will be a gen­ eral exodus from town to Thomapple Lake where there will be ball games and fire­ works in the evening, in addition to boating, bathing and fishing throughout the day.” July 1905: “Nashville was quiet on the Fourth with what seemed like two-thirds of the town’s population at Thomapple Lake.” It is unknown what inspired Nashville residents to again tackle the “fatiguing and thankless task” of staging their own Independence Day festivities, but in 1906 the custom was revived with suc­ cess: “Nashville’s Fourth of July celebration was a hum­ mer in every particular, with perfect weather and large crowds. Attractions included two fine ball games, races, an exhibition by Professor Merrill, the strong man, and fireworks in the evening.” A spectacular mishap capped the day with a colorful, though unplanned, grand finale. “O.M. McLaughlin helped close the celebration in a blaze of glory,” reported the News. “He and three assis­ tants took a big assortment of fireworks up on the roof of his block in the evening and had just started in on what was to be a fine display when a pinwheel got loose and fired the whole stock of pyrotechnics. The air was full of commotion and red fire, and Mac and his boys took such places of safety as they could find behind chim­ neys, and for two minutes dodged sky rockets. Many thought the building would be set on fire, but it was not, and no one was injured.” Nashville survived its hol- iday revival. COBB WELL DRILLING 6REPAIR • • • • 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 Tutoring and floor hockey program begins this week A YMCA program for kids entering second through sixth grades will be in the Kellogg Educational Center in Nashville, 324 Queen St. The program runs from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, July 9 to 25. The cost is $35, however scholarships are available on an as-needed basis. Dave Hustwick began the program in 1989 to give stu­ dents a chance to maintain and learn new math skills and explore parts of world geography not traditionally covered until later in the cur­ riculum. Floor hockey is played at the beginning and end of each session, affording stu­ dents the chance to exercise and prepare for the upcoming Kellogg Floor Hockey League season. by Michelle Falcon Sign up is available online Maple Valley Schools Superintendent at the YMCA website, ymcaofbarrycounty.org, as It is with much enthusiasm I write this first article. It is a well as in person at Putnam privilege to serve the community of Maple Valley Schools as District Library or the the interim superintendent. I look forward to being an integral Kellogg Educational Center. part of restoring the ROAR! Call the Barry County We are currently working on transitioning to a new instant YMCA, 269-945-4574, for alert system. The system will interface with our student man­ more information. agement system (PowerSchool). This will allow us to send emails, texts and phone calls to parents. We are excited to have Tracy George as our director of technology. Tracy comes to us with years of programming and educational experience. She is currently working on updating our website and creating social media accounts. I would like to invite any of you who are on Facebook to like us. The link is www.facebook.com/pages/Maple-ValleySchools/543043345731790. If you are on Twitter, follow @MVSLions. Informational meetings regarding the Fuller Street by Pastor Marc S. Livingston Elementary School personal mastery model will be Tuesday Chester Gospel Church and Wednesday, July 16 and 17, at 7 p.m. in the administra­ James 4:13-15 reads, “Now listen, you who say ‘Today tion office board room. It is my hope to answer all questions or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year and concerns parents may have. there, carry on business and make money.’ Why, you do Our Parent Advisory Committee will meet in August. We not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your have not had many interested participants. So please, if you life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then would like to be a member of this committee, email me, vanishes. Instead, you ought to say, ‘If it is the Lord’s Michelle Falcon, at mfalcon@mvs.kl2.mi.us. will, we will live and do this or that.’ A couple of weeks ago I went on my annual fishing trip to Canada. The first two mornings I woke with a headache. The third morning I woke up only to collapse back in bed. Soon thereafter, we all realized that we were fortunate to be alive. Carbon monoxide poison had invad­ ed our trailer. The next six hours were ones that I hope I’ll never experience again. Being three hours from the nearest town, it would have been difficult even to find our dead bodies. Our lives EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Contracted could have been that “mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes.” Every time I read the obituaries in DESCRIPTION: Under the direction of the Vermontville this paper I find myself saying, “I wonder if when they Township Board, is responsible for all burials, operation and maintenance of the Vermontville Township Woodlawn woke up that last day, they knew it would be their last Cemetery. day?” I believe the majority didn’t even have a clue that Summer brings meetings and technology improvements From the Pulpit Fortunate to be alive HELP WANTED VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP WOODLAWN CEMETERY SEXTON their earthly lives were to soon vanish. For me, I was once again reminded to tell those who have been a blessing to me how much they mean to me. For some of you, this profound reminder about the fact that today could very well be your final day on Earth should sound an eternal alarm. Where would you spend your eternal life if today was the last day? John 3:16-18 reads, “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through Him. Whoever believes in Him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands con­ demned already because he has not believed in the name of God’s one and only Son.” Today, you have been given a gift of earthly life. Today, you have been given the opportunity of eternal life in Heaven, but you must personally receive the gift in order for this eternal life to be yours. Ifyou choose not to receive this gift, than you have chosen to be condemned eternally. Choose life. Choose it today. Choose it now. Call 269-945-9554 lor Maple Valley Hews ads NOTICE Castleton Township is looking for a person(s) interested in serving on the Board of Review. You must be a regis­ tered voter and a property taxpayer in Castleton Township. Knowledge of property values would be help­ ful. The position is by appointment, the term is for two (2) years, and it is a paid position. The Board of Review meets in July, December, and March. Please send a let­ ter of intent along with some background information to: Castleton Township Clerk 915 Reed St., PO Box 679 Nashville, Ml 49073 _ The deadline is July 9, 2013 Castleton Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer § DUTIES: Essential Functions: Responsible for all sexton work in VTWC. Supervises the placement of all headstones and markers. Ensures that all burial processes, including, opening and closing graves, and placement of headstones and-markers are compliant with VTWC policies, standards, and specifications. Supervises cemetery maintenance staff. Plans and tracks Cemetery budgets. Provides customer service to cemetery patrons, grieving families, and suppliers of burial services for the cemetery. Is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all ceme­ tery grounds and systems. Is responsible for the operation, upkeep, and maintenance of all cemetery equipment, if applicable. Responsible for snow removal related to the cemetery. Works with the Township Board to upkeep and maintain all cemetery records and maps. Ensures that the cemetery is kept to at least minimum acceptable standards of maintenance and safety at all times. Proposes and follows through with cemetery improvement projects as budgeted. Must be available to work in all days and hours that burial services are needed. Must be available, on call, to respond to cemetery needs and emergencies. QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Must have skills and knowledge of proper cemetery and bur­ ial regulations for the State of Michigan. Must have an understanding of the needs of various reli­ gious groups, individuals, and cultures as it relates to burial needs and services. Must have some experience in cemetery operations. Must have at least a high school graduation or equivalent. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES Must have knowledge and experience with the operation and maintenance of all cemetery equipment. Must be able to work well with cemetery patrons, mortuaries, vault companies, monument companies, etc. Must have excellent customer service skills. Must be able to supervise and schedule work crews. Must be able to follow and enforce Vermontville Township policies and procedures. Vermontville Township will accept resumes/applications until July 18,2013. Any questions should be directed to Supervisor Jack Owens at 517-726-1241 or the Township Office at 517­ 726-0355. The Vermontville Township Office is located at 120 E. 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JMy 6 2013 Fathers and sons team up for swamp adventure race The 2013 Father & Son Scipio Swamp Adventure Race in Vermontville included father/son teams Zach and Chuck Seaton, Gabe and Gary Brewer. Caleb and Chad Fariee. Levi and Matt Roush, Alexander and Rob Trowbridge. Cordell and Joel Frank. Dylan and Brent Rehm. Logan and Tim Ramey. Ben and Brian Benedict, Silas and Arnold Dolman. Chandler and Jason Murton and Seth and Mike Gurd (Photo by Michelle Frank) Dylan Rhem and Brent Rehm show off their trophy after winning the Father & Son Scipio Swamp Adventure Race in Vermontville Saturday (Photo by Michelle Frank) jBroacosfr Zach Seaton takes a turn with the bow as Chuck Seaton (right) with Joe Yoder look on at the archery shoot Saturday. (Photo by Michelle Frank) Belk Bellevue Broncos** B.C.CABAGLK tiki M ha Caledonia fic The father/son duo of Brent Rehm and Dylan Rehm won the 2013 Father & Son Scipio Swamp Adventure Race in Vermontville Saturday. Organizers from Boy Scout Troop 37 and the Vermontville Bible Church pul on the event. The race included a mile long canoe race, a rifle shoot with exploding targets, hill­ top archery shoot, a Tomahawk throw, as well as Seth Gurd and Mike Gurd celebrate their runner-up a slingshot and pellet gun shoot. finish in the Father & Son Scipio Swamp Adventure The Rehm team notched Race in Vermontville Saturday. (Photo by Michelle perfect scores all five events. Frank) Seth Gurd and Mike Gurd old Zach Seaton and hii Saturday morning. finished second. Along with the partici­ Alexander Trowbridge father Chuck Seaton finished pants a group of 14 volun­ and Rob Trowbridge won the fourth. The event started Friday teers came out to serve as canoe race, with a record time of 18 minutes and night with a tent camp out race officials and range mas­ placed third overall. 10-year- and the race took place ter. Like us on facebook and pick up a Free School District Lanyard at your local branch: Bellevue • Caledonia • Hastings Marshall • Middleville • Nashville • Wayland Alexander (right) and Rob Trowbridge get a fast start in the canoe race Saturday (Photo by Michelle Frank) � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-07-13.pdf 88a3e6358ad37aaf48da00d248776e7f PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY n6ws^ Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 A local paper oftoday! Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 28, July 13, 2013 Technology director announced at school board meeting by Shari Carney rise from $2.25 to $2.35. Reduced lunch prices will raise from 30 cents to 40 cents. Chartwells Food Service been hired as the technology contract was renewed for one director for Maple Valley year with Trustee Brian Schools. George has more Green casting the lone nay than 14 years experience in vote. Prior to voting, Green education and was a pro­ said he has heard some com­ grammer prior to becoming a plaints of the new program. teacher, said Michelle He asked about a 16 percent Falcon, interim superintend­ decrease in revenue from the ent, at the Maple Valley 122011totals of $564,000 Board of Education meeting to the 2012-13 of $475,000. Monday. Falcon said she agreed In a job description from with Green on the figures, George, the director of tech­ but added all three districts nology provides planning she has been associated with and the implementation of have seen decreases, and technology to improve teach­ attributes it to a combination ing, learning, communica­ of factors such as the tion and school management. Healthy Kids Act requiring This is a full-time position healthy food options, which that began July 1. George’s are not as popular with kids, annual salary is $75,000 and and rising food costs. Falcon includes full family benefits. also said she will be propos­ George has set up a ing a switch to Meal Magic Facebook page, Maple software from Power School Valley Schools and a Twitter Lunch for better tracking of account, @MVSLions. student payments. Updating the school’s web Administrative Assistant page is in the works, as well. Lorraine Hansbarger said “I’m very excited for the Power School Lunch is not opportunity,” said George. as finance-friendly. “There are 290 ‘likes’ on Wear and tear of the car­ Facebook I think that’s peting at Fuller Elementary the way to communicate.” has resulted in its removal. A George said the website required asbestos abatement will store information docu­ air quality test is scheduled ments and will link to for Monday. As soon as the Facebook. air quality is test is complete In other business, due to a tile floor will be installed. rising food costs, school Total cost for this project is lunches will increase 10 $25,000 and comes from the cents at the elementary from maintenance budget. $1.90 to $2 and junior/senIn other business, Falcon ior high school prices will told the board most of the StaffWriter Tracy George, a business and technology teacher from Hastings High School, has Tracy George joins the staff of Maple Valley Schools as the techonology director. staff has responded to attend the Re-inventing Schools Coalition professional train­ ing Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, July 29 to 31. Josh Meersma leaves his role as fifth grade teacher to be the district’s instructional coach. Meersma will help with the professional devel­ opment training and contin­ ue to offer instructional sup­ port to the staff. This is a full-time position at the same pay within the collective bar­ gaining agreement. Susan Friend is in contract negotiations to be an outside evaluator of Maple Valley staff. Friend is past-president of the Michigan School Public Relations Association and has 15 years experience as a teacher evaluator. Several parapro positions have received new titles resulting in three eliminated positions, said Falcon in a follow-up telephone conver­ sation with the Maple Valley News Wednesday, July 10. Five positions will be posted under the new titles. Two elementary teaching posi­ tions have opened due to Meersma’s switch and Heather Brass’ departure. A third position may occur due to rising kindergarten enroll­ ments, said Falcon. In a written note, building trades teacher Jeff Seavolt reported donations have been made to the sawmill of 15 hardwood logs, 225 hard­ wood blocks, and $300 in cash. FFA Advisor Aaron Saari said in a written com­ munication that a record number of 19 students are showing hogs at the Eaton County Fair this week. With Finance Director Darryl Sydloski on vacation in his written report to the board he said, now that the board has approved the pre­ liminary budget for 2013-14 and the amended budget for 123012- updates ofthe detail line items has been made to Skyward, the finance soft­ ware program. The approved budget resolutions have been posted on the school website as required by the Michigan Department of Education. The district’s attorney is reviewing an application, cash flow document, the approved budget and the bor­ rowing resolutions to forward to the Michigan Finance Authority. If all goes according to plan by Tuesday, Aug. 20. $1.7 mil­ lion will be wired to the dis­ trict’s financial institution to begin operations for the 210413- school year. Regarding federal consoli­ dated grant title funds, Sydloski said, “Michelle and I have been working on the consolidated grant ... The grant will now go through an approval process over the next several months and will need to be amended once the actual allocations [are] known. That will most likely be sometime after October.” Sydloski’s report also included preparations have begun for the annual finan­ cial audit expected the end of August or beginning of September. The board also approved the following: • Hastings City Bank, Nashville branch as the bank of deposit for Maple Valley Schools. • Falcon, Sydloski, Hansbarger and Carla Conklin as authorized sign­ ers of checks. • Yeo & Yeo as auditors. • Thrun Law Firm PC as attorneys. • General fund bills paid, $127,701; food service $356; June 28 payroll, $206,038. MV elementary parents invited to meetings this week Local teens cheer during all-star game Shennondoah Fighter (from left), Siera Rose and Tricia Grinage, 2013 Maple Valley graduates, are cheerleaders during the Michigan High School football all-star game Saturday, June 22. The game was at Grand Valley University. The realignment of class­ rooms at Fuller Street Elementary will be the topic of parent meetings Tuesday and Wednesday, July 16 and 17; at 7 p.m. in the adminis­ tration office board room. Kindergarten through fifth graders will be grouped in each of the three hallways at the elementary school. Each student will have a home­ room assignment but will move to language arts or math class based on their level of understanding of the topics. For example, if a third grader is reading at the fourth grade level, he or she will advance upward; if the third grader is reading at a second grade level, he or she will have time to master the content before advancing. When the groupings were first introduced, some par­ ents expressed concern for children being able to inter­ act with their peers. In response, an afternoon recess has been added to the day. Children in kindergarten to second grade will share a recess, as will third to fifth graders. All parents are urged to attend one of the meetings. In This Issue • Michelle Falcon brings energetic enthusiasm to Maple Valley Schools • Local superintendents in favor of proposed consolidation • Area schools show mixed report cards • Frugal Living Exchange makes „ mozzarella cheese �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, July 13, 2013 Michelle Falcon brings energetic enthusiasm to Maple Valley Schools by Shari Carney Staff Writer A large extended family coupled with a military back­ ground have contributed to the energetic personality of Michelle Falcon, Maple Valley Schools interim superintendent Falcon will serve in the position effec­ tive July 1 to June 30. One of Falcon’s first orders ofbusiness during her opening days last week was a four hour tour of school properties to assess the needs ofthe buildings and grounds. Falcon invited Maple Valley Schools Finance Director Darryl Sydloski and Maintenance and Transportation Director Pat Powers to traverse through Fuller Street Elementary, Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School and Maplewood. With a legal pad in hand, Falcon said she jotted down detailed notes as every nook and cranny was explored. “Cleanliness shows pride,” said Falcon who called some ofthe conditions “unacceptable.” Procedures for preventa­ tive maintenance will be forthcoming as a result ofthe tour and annual inventories of all assets from each department will be solicited. To maintain fiscal respon­ sibility, Falcon will go over the budget line item by line item, beginning Monday with Sydloski. Upon com­ pletion of this task, the plan is to hold monthly and quar­ terly budget reviews with all departments to encourage shared ownership, said Falcon. “My district entry plan is to follow the vision and direction ofthe board of edu­ cation,” stated Falcon. “They are clearly committed to fiscal responsibility and to providing quality education­ al opportunities for our stu­ dents while increasing achievement” Hiring procedures, job descriptions and annual eval­ uations of all positions is another goal. Falcon, with department heads, will be developing and adopting replacement plans for tech­ nology and curriculum which will include instruc­ tional software. To increase student achievement, a three day training for staff is planned for July. The training, offered to all teachers, is focusing on the personal learning model being imple­ mented at Fuller Street Elementary. Professional development for support staff will be implemented and be ongo­ ing, said Falcon. “I pledge my dedicated service and unwavering resolve to do whatever must be done to produce the best results in student achieve­ ment,” resolved Falcon, “no matter how difficult the chal­ lenge.” To increase communica­ tion between administration, staff, parents and the com­ munity a technology director and dedicated support per­ sonnel,” said Falcon. A bi-annual school-com­ munity survey is forthcom­ ing to gather input to foster partnerships. Falcon leads with an open-door policy and will be meeting community members to seek ideas and partnership opportunities. “I am excited and delight­ ed to be the interim superin­ tendent of Maple Valley Schools and to follow a tal­ ented administrator [Ronna Steel]. As I continue to learn as much as possible about the Nashville and Vermontville communities, it has become clear to me from the outset that the strength of this community lies in its support of our school system.” has been hired, Tracy George. George is a former business teacher from Hastings Schools who has worked with Falcon in the past A Maple Valley Schools Facebook page has been cre­ ated as well as a Twitter account. The web page is being updated also. The instant alert system is receiving an upgrade and the server migration to Potterville Schools started Thursday. This move will increase the bandwidth and provide faster processing capabilities. “As an educational leader, I know that the most impor­ tant elements for student suc­ cess are strong administra­ tors, well-trained teachers Local superintendents in favor of proposed consolidation by Sandra Ponsetto Ronna Steel, who services]. We have a small assumed the helm of the ISD and there’s not a lot we Barry Intermediate School can do at the moment; but, District July 1, said she is in we have been talking about it.” favor of the proposal. “Superintendent Flanagan Blacken said Delton has created a proposal which Kellogg and Thomapple would allow local districts to Kellogg schools have been concentrate on student sharing a food service direc­ achievement and get out of tor for a few years. the business of providing “Hastings was interested services such as food, trans­ in getting involved and is portation and maintenance,” now looking at partnering she said. “At the Barry with someone else,” he said. Intermediate School District, Lakewood Superintendent we will do anything possible Michael O’Mara said his dis­ to support our local districts. trict also has been looking at The BISD, comprised of ways to partner with neigh­ just Hastings Area Schools boring districts in recent HdmeCookin’ and the Delton Kellogg years. All-you-can-eat School District, is one of the “[The state has] been ( Jack S Judy’s^ COD, PERCH, smallest in the state and is no nudging us in this direction SHRIMP, CLAM stranger the concept of con­ for years with Best Practices, STRIPS OR solidation of services. which require districts to CATFISH “This is something the work together and look at educational community has ways ofconsolidating servic­ been talking about for quite a es, getting bids for services while,” said Delton Kellogg — I think what this will just Nashville's Friendly Family Featuring superintendent Paul Blacken. accelerate the process and Restaurant with Family Prices! BBQ RIBS & “Hastings, Delton Kellogg may force us to consolidate. 113 N. 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I don’t see how the ISD can run buses cheaper than us; it is some­ Thursdays starting July 18th • Noon ■ 7:00 p.m. thing we will need to look at.” PAY IN FULL DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE THROUGH JULY Maple Valley Interim Preschool classes available Superintendent Michelle Falcon also said that more ages 3 & up thought and planning are Tap • Hip Hop • Jazz • Ballet needed before the proposed hybrid plan becomes a reali­ Contemporary/Lyrical ty; but, it is being used suc­ cessfully in other states, she and much more! said. “I think any time you can • All Boys Hip Hop consolidate or share services • College Age Variety Class you are going to be more efficient and fiscally respon­ • Musical Theatre sible and it will free up money to provide better opportunities for students.” Hastings Superintendent Todd Geerlings said consoli­ flWfff dating by county could bring Mondays & Thursdays this Summer 7-8 p.m. issues because many school districts, such as Thomapple Reserve your spot today for this 517.852.9910 Kellogg, serve multiple 207 N. Main St • Nashville popular adult class! counties. Check us out on the web at www. “Thomapple Kellogg is stepntunedancestudio.com mostly in Barry County but Classes begin September 9th Staff Writer Monday, Michigan Superintendent of Public Education Mike Flanagan unveiled what he calls a hybrid proposal to consoli­ date all school business and educational support services such as transportation, food service, maintenance, cur­ riculum development, tech­ nology, accounting, teacher training and evaluations, and academic data collection and reporting through existing county intermediate school districts. He said the move would preserve the autonomy of local school districts, which would retain their own superintendents and boards, while reducing operation costs, which could save dis­ tricts millions of dollars that could then be redirected toward educating students. Country $ Kettle Cafe 2013-2014 Dance Season Registration they are aligned with Kent “When it comes to cur­ ISD,” he said. “If you went riculum, whether it is state or strictly county by county, it federally mandated, it would would change some things.” improve efficiency because Blacken said he thinks everyone would be doing the Flanagan’s proposal could same thing,” he said. help local school districts “Although it would take find more efficient and cost­ some of the control away effective ways to provide from the local school dis­ services while allowing them tricts., I think districts would to maintain their community still be able to put a local identity. emphasis on some parts of “There has been a lot of the curriculum. struggle with the idea ofcon­ “I think Flanagan’s pro­ solidation because many dis­ posal definitely merits taking tricts that serve small com­ a look at,” said Blacken. munities have an identity “I’m not sure this proposal is that they don’t want to lose,” enough, but I’d say he’s on Blacken said. “This hybrid the right track. I think the plan would allow them to hybrid plan is the way to get consolidate services, such as started.” food, transportation and cur­ “I think it will certainly be riculum while allowing them more efficient,” said to retain their own adminis­ Geerlings; “whether it will tration and board of educa­ be better or worse will tion.” remain to be seen.” Geerlings agreed. The Place to Gofor Professional Styling • MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday — Friday S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 06799647 tir jdr EverYwW Nashville United W Methodist Church ... Comer of Washington & State Streets Vacation Bible School Everywhere Fun Fair Where God’s World Comes Together. Monday, July 22 through Friday, July 26 9:30*Noon Kindergarten through 6th Grade Everyone is welcome! �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, July 13, 2013 — Page 3 Free Engagements pre-school openings available Great Start Readiness and Head Start pre-school have openings for free, grant-fund­ ed half-day programs, for children who reach age 4 by Nov. 1. Eligibility is based upon household income. A family of four making less than $58,000 per year qualifies for the programs. For more information, visit the website www.eatongreatstart.org. Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, July 15 Swiss steak, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, green beans, orange, roll. Tuesday, July 16 Tilapia, wild rice, broccoli, coleslaw, banana. Wednesday, July 17 Lasagna roll, tossed salad, cauliflower, sliced pears, breadstick. Pork cutlet, stuffing with gravy, sweet potatoes, asparagus, applesauce. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, July 15 Friday, July 19 Teriyaki chicken, Far East blend vegetables, rice, peas, cherry crisp. Cheddar cheese, potato salad, tropical fruit, club crackers. Activities Calendar Monday, July 15 Tuesday, July 16 Italian pasta salad, pea and cheese salad, mandarin oranges, crackers. Wednesday, July 17 Thursday, July 18 Hot dog, potato wedge, Brussels sprouts, sliced peaches, bun. Chicken Caesar salad, pasta salad, citrus selections. Friday, July 19 Sliced ham with cheddar cheese, zesty tomato salad, diced pears. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Swiss steak, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, green beans, orange, cookie. Hastings: Music with Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton: Kinship Support 10:30; TV Strings; Reminiscence. Woodland: Blood Pressure Checks 11 a.m. Thursday, July 18 0-Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 a.m.; Alzh. Caregiver Support 3:30 p.m. . Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, July 19 - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Sing-ALong; Visiting. Tuesday, July 16 * !> July 13-20 July 13 ss> s> Le*» . ■ *<£^ July 14 ■*■ .^feaitHsJC; [ R ^Kwi^ I •• si «a■» IMntatt item fa al »Cfa’faiti July 15 wmhtsa’ July 17 July 19 M!W i&frWtwlWii । NBIOI® July 30 Fair Week Non-livestock Judging Day Beef Bam Set-up, 6 p.m., Fairgrounds Rabbit Check-in, 5 to 7 p.m., Fairgrounds Dog Showmanship, Obedience, Rally & Notebooks, 9 a.m„ registration at 8:30 a.m. Market Bird Weigh-in, 11 a.m., Fairgrounds Poultry Show, 8 a.m., Fairgrounds Goat Check-in, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Fairgrounds Beef Weigh-in, 2 to 7 p.m., Fairgrounds Lamb Weigh-in, approximately 7 p.m., : Fairgrounds Sheep/Lamb Mandatory Meeting, following weigh-in Swine Weigh-in, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Beef Mandatory Meeting, 6 p.m., Expo Pavilion Goat Show, 8 a.m., Fairgrounds Swine Mandatory Meeting, 2 p.m., Expo Pavilion Horse Mandatory Meeting, 8 a.m., Announcer’s Booth Dog Agility, 6 p.m., registration at 5:30 p.m. Cat Show, 9 a.m., Fairgrounds Large Animal Livestock Sale, 9 a.m., Fairgrounds Culintaiy Arts Classes to start LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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 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 Morning Worship............................. 11 Evening Worship............................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .......... .6:45 p.m. . . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service........................ 9 a.m. Sunday School................ 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) ®1 Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main StVermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG - Tuesday, July 16 - Senior Day at the Fair 9-12:30 p.m. Hastings Site Closed. Nashville open. Wednesday, July 17 - Friday, July 19 Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, July 15 McCaul-Binns Mrs. Valerie HynesMcCaul of Clarksville and Mr. Gordon McCaul of Stanton announce the engagement oftheir daughter Rachel LeAnne McCaul to Justin Roger Binns, son of Roger and Denise Binns of Lake Odessa. Rachel, a graduate of Cornerstone University with a bachelor’s of science degree, is currently pursuing an associates degree in nursing from Kellogg ing Kellogg Community College, along with working as a nurses assistant. Justin received his State of Michigan Firefighters Certificate from Lansing Community College and currently is a volunteer firefight-­ er with Sunfield Fire Department, along with working at Johnson’s Workbench in Charlotte. They will be united in mar­ riage August, 2013. The cou­ ple will reside in Charlotte. Hastings: Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; TV Strings; Painting with Bob 1 p.m. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Hard boiled eggs, carrot raisin salad, applesauce, gra­ nola bar. Thursday, July 18 Teriyaki chicken, Far East blend vegetables, rice, peas, St«Jx cherry crisp. Tilapia, wild rice, diced carrots, broccoli, apple juice. Wednesday, July 17 Lasagna roll, cauliflower, peas, banana. Thursday, July 18 HASTINGS 4 Your local agent insures your n26’.;2”5;4?.00 QUALITY W nUn $(■hUr»U BARGAIN twilight DAILY 4:00-6:00 PM Mictycute 6>sutvwce Cotitfxuty Contact... Lynn Denton 139 W. State Street Hastings NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School .............. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Worship............................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Wed. 5:30 p.m.................. Family Supper 6:00-7:15........................... Pioneer Club Sunday School............................... 10 Sun: 9:00 Sunday S Aoo.Ml. Service 11:15 10: 00 Church S vPic.Me. Service 6 11: 00 Fellowship PASTOR GEORGE GAY 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 616-374-1200 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. W.orship . 8 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66 Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 203 N. State, Nashville FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................... 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 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. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road ldenton@fbinsmi.com theLynnDentonAgency.com 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service......................................6 Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE M66 Tire 269-945-4520 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Warehouse Space^ I KMtB FARM BUREAU MB. 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An August 2013 wedding is being planned. From © Stadium Seating SHOWTIMES 7/13 - 7/16 Tints ANO TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANCE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH daughter of David Hummel and Trudy Akin of Nashville. The bride-elect is a graduate of Maple Valley High School and is currently employed with Key Cleaning Inc. The groom-elect is a graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School and is currently employed TO Cf/OOSE * excludes Digital 30 © No passes Jason and Christine Scobey of Middleville wish to announce the engagement of their son Jonathan Scobey to Terryn Hummel, the 1/mt Sizes Lake EstaXe 5 flCQTI -com and on Facebook Scobey-Hummel RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .. .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship..................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517) 852-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 am. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 4 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, July 13,2013 Department growth causing both concern and satisfaction for county by Doug VanderLaan Mary Jane Oaster Mary Jane Oaster was bom on April 6, J929 and died July 8, 2013 at the age of 84. She grew up and raised her own family within the same eighth of a mile radius, south of Nashville. Jane graduated from Nashville High School in 1946 and then graduated from Barry County Normal in 1947. She taught at the Lincoln Country School 1947-1948 and married Robert Oaster on June 20, 1948. She is survived by her five children and their spouses, Becky Stark, Barb and Dave Dipert, John and Nilene Oaster, Nancy and Jeff Swift and Laurie and Bill Oster; 12 grandchildren and spouses; 33 great grandchildren; a brother, Joe and his wife, Marge Andrews; and numer­ ous family and friends. Preceding her in death are her husband, Bob, after 64 1/2 years of marriage; her father and mother, Graydon and Elizabeth Andrews and granddaughter-in-law, Missy Stark. Jane partnered with her husband, Bob, in the years of his livestock trucking busi­ ness and the family farm. They raised five children together, and Jane always took loving care of her entire family. Jane was well known for her cooking, although her crabapple jam will always be a big favorite. Throughout the years, Jane and Bob traveled to Europe, Alaska (twice), Nova Scotia, as well as taking their chil­ dren and grandchildren on numerous trips throughout the United States. Jane par­ ticularly enjoyed the outdoors, wildlife, and beautiful scenery. A Memorial Open House will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2013 at the Vermontville Bible Church (Pastor Dan Smith) located at 250 N. Main St. in Vermontville, to celebrate her life and entrusting her to Jesus. Funeral arrangements have been handled by Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit their website www.danielsfiineralhome.net Dawn Marie Brooke NASHVILLE, MI - Dawn 1988. They made their home M. Brooke, age 48, of together in the Hastings and Nashville, passed away Nashville areas where they unexpectedly on Tuesday, raised their family together. July 9, 2013 at her Nashville Dawn was employed at home. Hastings Manufacturing Dawn was bom in Grand Company in Hastings for the Rapids, on October 13,1964, past 11 years and was cur­ the daughter of Richard and rently working as a customer Rebecca (Esch) Krouse. She service representative. was raised in the Hastings Dawn's family was the area, graduating from pride of her life and she Hastings High School in loved spending time with her 1983. much loved grandchildren. She went on to graduate She also enjoyed reading, from Wilma Boyd Career crocheting, watching School in Pittsburg, PA. movies, playing euchre with She was the wife ofJoseph friends, camping and fishing Brooke. Joe and Dawn were with friends and family. married at her parents’ home Dawn is survived by her in Hastings on June 27, husband of 25 years, Joe; BOBBIN'S COMPLETE M AUTO SERVICE CENTER Your Local GM Automotive Specialists LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON IVI-79 Our Diagnostic Computer Software Is Compatible With All Makes & Models Owner, ASt Master Technician 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE their daughter, Holley Joe; sons, and two Ryan Brandon-James; her two grandchildren, Analyssa and Aerolyn Krouse; mother, Rebecca Krouse; sister, Ann (Wayne) Varney; two brothers, Dean (Barb) Krouse, Rick (Robin) Krouse. She was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Ashley Marie Brooke; her father, Richard Krouse; and mother-in-law and father-inlaw, Bill and Ethel Brooke. The family will receive visitors on Saturday, July 13 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. Funeral services will be held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, at 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 13, 2013. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that memorial contributions be made to the family of Dawn Brooke. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral home in Nashville. For further details please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net Editor A position on the Barry County Board of Commissioners agenda to present her Commission on Aging report following a similar presentation from Central Dispatch Director Phyllis Fuller may have been serendipitous for COA Director Tammy Pennington Tuesday. After outlining the incred­ ible stress between program growth and a restrictive COA building facility, Pennington had a direct line to 911. “The building has served us well for 10 years,” Pennington told commis­ sioners of the facility at 320 W. Woodlawn Ave., “but we’ve now reached the point where we no longer have the space to meet the growing senior population. On many weekdays, we are forced to juggle groups and activities, holding meetings in hallways and double-stacking groups in the same room.” Pennington described the pressure as coming from a couple of sources: more peo­ ple reaching age 60, the fed­ eral definition for a senior, and the integration of fami­ lies in providing care to loved ones for such difficult challenges as dementia. Because we can no ““Because longer accommodate all requests for adult day services, we’ve established our first waiting list in 39 years,” reported Pennington, as an example of why her board of directors has been investigating building expansion or construction plans. “Early in 2013, we retained Landmark Design to draw up several possible designs,” said Pennington. “Our board of directors is awaiting approval from the board of commissioners to move this project forward for the older adults and caregivers in Barty County.” Pennington also reviewed COA programs and activities, including counseling services provided to county seniors for Medicare and Medicaid assistance pro­ grams and tax preparation duties, which were provided to 4,000 older adults in 2013. supply funds totaling $2,511 “That’s why we need pri­ from the Michigan Citizen vate space,” pointed out Corps Program grant for use Pennington. “It’s very diffi­ with the Barry County Emergency cult for seniors to answer Citizen questions about income and Response Team. • Awarded the carpet and the drugs they may be taking hard surface replacement in a public setting.” Pressure of a different sort project for the Barry-Eaton was described by Fuller District Health Department regarding the approximately to Lansing Mosaic and River 70,000 calls for assistance City Flooring and Design in placed by county citizens in the amount of $56,784 with funds to come from the 2012. “We dispatch calls for building rehabilitation fund. • Approved the renewal of eight law enforcement agen­ cies, 11 fire departments and liability, vehicle physical seven EMS agencies,” relat­ damage and property and ed Fuller in her report. “We crime insurance coverage the Michigan also dispatch wreckers, the through Hastings DPW, the DNR, Municipal Risk Management animal control, marine Authority for one year, patrol, the medical examiner, beginning July 1 in the Aeromed and Aircare, amount of $288,094. • Approved claims in the MDOT, the Barry County Road Commission, and amount of $46,547, pre-paid invoices in the amount of many others.” Fuller also pointed out $2,093,982, and commis­ that, since its inception by sioners payroll in the amount the Barry County Board of of $6,511. In commissioner reports, Commissioners in 1991, Central Dispatch has Vice Chair Ben Geiger achieved a level of excel­ reported that the mute swan lence that has set state stan­ issue, discussed at length in dards. Well before statewide regard to a possible county­ telecommunicator training wide effort to control the standards were implemented mute swan population, in December, Barry County would be delayed until the was far exceeding levels of July 23 board of commis­ defined excellence. In Barry sioners meeting to allow all County, new telecommuni­ commissioners to be present. cators are required to work Chair Craig Stolsonburg and with a staff member for six Commissioner Joyce Snow months before operating were absent from Tuesday’s individually. meeting. In terms of future growth, Commissioner James Fuller mentioned that the DeYoung said he had attend­ dispatch board is considering ed the Orangeville Township the possibility of expanding meeting where a countywide its current facility, located at effort to reduce the mute 2600 Nashville Road, by swan population was strong­ adding a 2,200- to 2,400- ly supported. square-foot training and Commissioner James Dull meeting room to be con­ reported that he had met with structed from the depart­ two township boards regard­ ment’s reserve funds. The ing the proposal to adopt a Central Dispatch board now countywide recycling and meets in the Hastings solid waste plan. Dull report­ Township Hall. ed strong support for the In other business, the coun­ idea, but also some reticence ty board: regarding a paid coordinator • Approved the county as a position. fiduciary for equipment and The board will meet next personal protective gear pro­ for a committee of the whole vided for 23 Southwest meeting Tuesday, July 16, in Michigan area fire depart­ its meeting chambers at the ments as provided under a county courthouse at 220 W. Region 5 Homeland Security State St., Hastings, begin­ grant. ning at 9 a.m. • Approved training and Traffic fatalities increase over holiday weekend The Michigan State Police Thursday announced the results ofpreliminary reports that indicate 11 people lost their lives in 10 separate traf­ fic crashes during the 2013 Fourth ofJuly holiday week­ end. In comparison, four people died in traffic crashes during the holiday weekend in 2012. Of the 11 fatalities, only eight people had restraints available to them; four were known to have used restraints, three did not use restraints and one was unknown, reported MSP. Alcohol use was a known factor in one of the crashes, not a factor in six of the crashes and unknown in four of the crashes. However, last year’s Fourth of July holiday was a two-day period, and this year’s was a five-day period. “These numbers are pre­ liminary and only reflect those fatalities reported to the MSP as of 11 a.m. Monday, July 8,” said Capt. Kari Kusmierz, commander of the MSP Training Division. “The preliminary numbers show an increase in fatalities from this same hol­ iday period last year. The MSP continues to urge motorists not to drink and drive, to always use proper restraints and to drive safe­ ly.” The 2013 Fourth of July holiday weekend ran from 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 3, through 11:59 p.m., Sunday, July 7. �m! xvis SS$ \sK ^SSi Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, July 13,2013 — Page 5 LEGAL NOTICE Business Services Farmers Picnic continues search for young royalty BASEMENT WATERPROOFING: PROFESSIONAL BASEMENT SERV­ The Sunfield Farmers from the contest support the ICES waterproofing, crack Picnic board is searching for annual event. repair, mold remediation. 2013 prince and princess All contestants will take Local/licensed. Free esti- candidates. NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE part in a ceremony where mates. (517)290-5556. FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & The contest is open to all prizes will be awarded to SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING each participant Friday, Aug. TO CO,LLE.C.T A DEBT AND ANY KC & C specializing in all boys and girls who will be 4 OBTAINED your residential, commercial to 7 years old by Aug. 14. 16, at 7 p.m. They will also INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR- and agricultural concrete flat Contestants must live in the have the opportunity to be in POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR work needs. With 26 years village or township of the parade Saturday, Aug. OFFICE AT THE NUMBER experience and military Sunfield or attend Sunfield 17, at 12 p.m. BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS grade standards, we take “This is a great opportuni­ IN IN ACTIVE ACTIVE MILITARY MILITARY DUTY. DUTY. concrete to a whole new lev­ Elementary School. Candidates gamer votes ty for children to be a part of DEFAULT having been made in el. Call Arie for a free estithe conditions of a certain mate at (616)299-3035. with change canisters set in the picnic,” said board mem­ Mortgage made on April 30, area businesses. Proceeds ber DeAnna Clark. 2008, by Robert L. Smith and Applications are due by Lacey M. Sanders-Smith, hus­ Sporting Goods Thursday, Aug. 1, and may band and wife, as Mortgagor, H&R ULTRA HUNTER .35 given by them to MainStreet be picked up at several busi­ Whelen 1996 Rocky Moun­ Savings Bank, FSB, whose nesses in Sunfield, including tain Elk Foundation Com ­ address is 629 West State Street, the library, Sunfield General memorative. Comes with Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on May ammo and brass, reloading 12, 2008, in the office of the dies, Redfield 2-7 scope, Register of Deeds for Barry $500 obo. (269)838-9187 STATE OF MICHIGAN Store, Centennial Acres and Marko’s Marathon. Applications also may be requested by e-mailing mombckt@yahoo.com or by calling Cheyenne Smith, 517-566-7239, or Hannah Louthan, 517-566-3355. LEGAL NOTICE % < ss s *ij<J WS* WS *sksk < imT -4 !;S ;>*» »•!>*» , ■Sli li* £ r* ’.* ■■■ *** ut ■fa M«?aiithiW dfcteiint' nil dniricta bik nntanw il* j«nt ■ ■ GnvteN k»tytftltfrii Minnis a Ik sinsu®1 ■V dHt|k^ n» mi I* |4 r»inasE^1* sseTh^" sssa^J atfj®*®1'11 County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 20080512-0005095, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated June 20, 2011, recorded on June 29, 2011, in Instrument Number 201106290006395, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Seven Thousand One Hundred Sixty-Six and 02/100 Dollars ($127,166.02); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, August 8, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF OF CARLTON, COUNTY BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Unit 12, Red Oak Estates Condominium, a Condominium established by Master Deed, recorded in Document No. 1136354, Barry County Records, and being des­ ignated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 41, as amended, with rights in the general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in the Master Deed as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1978, as amended, Carlton Township, Barry County, County, Michigan. Commonlyknown address: 192 Jambrial Drive, Hastings, Michigan 49058 Parcel Parcel ID Number: 08-04-098-012-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: June 24, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COM­ MERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (07-06) (07-27) 06816399 GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. STOEGER DOUBLE BAR­ Coach Gun: 12ga. Mod/IC fixed chokes, 18 barrels. Like brand new, $325, (269)838-9187 REL Lawn & Garden 5TH CIRCUIT COURT MOTION, VERIFICATION AND ORDER FOR ALTERNATE SERVICE CASE NUMBER 13-177-CH Court Address 220 W. State St., Hastings, Ml 49058 Court Phone Number (269) 948-4814 Plaintiff U.S. Bank National Association, Trustee For The Structured Asset Investments Loan Trust 2005-5 David Dell Orlans Associates P.O. Box 5041 AQUATIC PLANTS: OUR Lotus & Water Lilies are ready! Also Koi & Goldfish, pumps, filters & pond supAPOLS WATER plies. GARDENS, 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia MI. (616)698- Troy, Ml 48007 1030 M-F 9:00-5:30, Sat 9:00- vs. Defendant 2:00. For Rent RAILSIDE MINI STOR­ AGE: 5 sizes plus warehouse space available. Call M-66 Tire (616)374-1200 Gary W Sims 399 W. Hickory Rd. Battle Creek, Ml 49017 1. Service of Process upon Gary W. Sims cannot reasonably be made as otherwise provided in MCR 2.105, as shown in the fol­ lowing Verification of Process Server. 2. Defendant’s last known home or business address is: 399 VERY NICE 2 bedroom mobile-home, carport, off Cogs-' well Road. Also 1BD house W. Hickory Rd., Battle Creek, Ml w/garage & lake access. 49017. Verification of Process Server (517)930-1187. Garage Sale TOOLS, TOOLS, TOOLS; air compressor, tablesaw, air floor jack, metal cabinets, antiques, collectibles. July 18th19th, Thursday-Friday, 8am6pm, 6807 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF MICHIGAN IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF BARRY Case No. 13-177-CH Hon. Amy L. McDowell US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, TRUSTEE FOR THE STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENTS LOAN TRUST 2005-5, Plaintiffs, v. GARY W. SIMS and JULIANNE MILLER-SIMS Defendant. y ORLANS ASSOCIATES, P.C. By: David M. Dell (P61778) Attorney for Plaintiff US Bank 1650 W. Big Beaver Rd. Troy, Ml 48084 (248)502-1580 , NOTICE OF ACTION To: Gary W. Sims You are being sued in the Barry County Circuit Court by the plaintiff for Trespass, Nuisance and Quiet Title regarding proper­ ty located at 415 Hickory Road West, Battle Creek, Ml. You must file your answer or take other action permitted by law in this court at Barry County Circuit Court at 220 W. State St, Hasting, Ml 49058 on or before August 24, 2013. 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. oeaiewi Attempts have been made to serve this Defendant as described below: 04-04-13 12:55 PM - Adult female occupant denies residen- cy of defendant. Requested postal verification. (Co-defendant (wife) states the defendant lives in Tennessee, however still receives mail.) 04-06-13 2:40 PM - No one home.Posted Notice of Pending Action. Requested postal verifi­ cation. 04-11-13 7:30 AM - No one home. Posted 2nd business card with instructions for the defen­ dant to call and arrange for serv­ ice. Postal inquiry reveals defen­ dant continues to receive mail as addressed. 04-13-13 7:25 PM Adult female occupant denies residen­ cy of defendant stating he lives in Tennessee. Neighbor confirmed this. I declare that the statements above are true to the best of my knowledge, information and belief. Date: 4-22/2013 Kenneth M. Cote Motion for Alternate Service 3. I request the court order service by alternate means. Date: 5-23-13 David Dell P61778 Order for Alternate Service THE COURT FINDS: 1. Service of process upon Defendant, Gary W. Sims cannot reasonably be made as provided in MCR 2.105, and service of process may be made in a man­ ner which is reasonably calculated to give Defendant actual notice of the proceedings and an opportunity to be heard. IT IS ORDERED THAT: 2. Service regarding the above entitled matter and a copy of this order may be made by the following methods: A. First class mail w/proof of mailing to: Gary W. Sims, 399 W. Hickory Rd., Battle Creek, Ml 49017 D. Other: Publication. Date: 6/5/13 Judge Amy L. McDowell 06816937 Correction Dustin Lee Davis is the graduate receiving congratu­ lations from Ronna Steel in the July 6 issue of the Maple Valley News. Vermontville schools and Nashville schools consolidat­ ed to become Maple Valley in 1963. CHELSEA JIFFY FACTORY July 31 ..................................................... $95.00 Tour the Jiffy factory and the Teddy Bear Factory (100,000) Dinner at the “Common Grill” and then enjoy a wonderful stage play, a comedy love story 'Miles and Ellis' at the Purple Rose Theatre. CENTREVILLE ANTIQUE MARKET Call anytime for Maple Valley News ads Aug 11 ..................................................... $85.00 This will be a day of antiques, thousands of collectibles and then for your husbands, thousands of old antiques cars at Gilmores, then we will top the day off with a wonderful dinner. OLD STEAM ENGINE RIDE Aug 24 ..................................................... $95.00 Come join us for a ride on an old steam engine in Owosso and then tour the Curwood Castle and end this day with a wonderful dinner. 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Thank goodness for Goodman! �Page 6 — Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, July 13.2013 Area schools show mixed report cards Report cards for elemen­ tary and middle schools across the state determi ned by the Mackinac Center are in and show a mixed bag for local schools districts — mostly Cs, with two Bs for Hastings and one for Lakewood, as well as two Ds, one for Caledonia and one for Lakewood thrown in. The Michigan Context and Performance Report Card measures school performance by adjusting standardized test scores to account for student background. Comparing schools using unadjusted test scores ignores the significant relationship between academ­ ic performance and student socioeconomic background — a dynamic beyond a school’s control, reports the Mackinac Center on its web­ site. The adjusted CAP scores in this report allow parents, educators and the general public to better compare per­ formance among schools serving the various student populations. CAP scores do not penalize schools in lower- BmIhAW Sctetl tfSwtf CAP Sim CAPCMte Star E lementary School Clarksville School Hastings Lakewod 303 31 106.82 289 35.7 31 104.72 B B 878 126 808 454 Central Elementary School Thornapple Kellogg Middle School Southeastern Elementary School Hastings 348 53.7 31 10324 B 725 650 Thomapple Kelk685 Hastings 258 299 35 102.59 68.4 746 636 31 102.49 C C 68 757 Lee Elementary School Sunfield Elementary School F uller Street E lementary School 376 Thornapple Kelk475 297 8 102.47 170 535 30 102.45 Lakewod Maple Valley 489 59.7 20 102.11 396 31 101.84 Northeastern Elementary School Hastings 316 Kettle Lake Elementary School West Elementary School Caledonia Lakewod 415 123 31 101.36 481 45.1 31 10098 Woodland Elementary School Lakewod 137 38.7 31 100.94 Duncan Lake Middle School Dutton Elementary School Caledonia Caledonia 499 132 35 100.42 338 20.7 31 100.33 Delton-Kellogg Middle School Delton Kellogg 458 43 47 99.49 Page Elementary School Emmons Lake Elementary School Thornapple Kelk467 430 Caledonia 255 23 99.48 9.3 31 99.42 Caledonia Elementary School Caledonia 368 182 31 99.29 Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School Maple Valley 636 443 29 98.63 Kraft Meadow Middle School Hastings Middle School Caledonia Hastings 511 112 35 97.88 651 422 35 97.86 Delton Kellogg Elem. School Delton Kellogg 523 46.7 19 97.13 ParisRidge Elementary Lakewod Middle School Caledonia Lakewod 388 14.7 24 96.62 445 339 35 95.76 income areas. The report ranks 2,362 Michigan elementary and middle schools. CAP scores are developed through a statistical regression of the schools’ average scores on the tests produced by the Michigan Educational Assessment Program and the percentage of the schools’ students at the grade level C C C c c c c c c c c c c c c c c D D 679 759 678 761 66 803 642 846 612 916 585 980 58.1 989 546 1072 54 1088 47.7 1235 47.4 1242 47.1 1250 462 1271 41.4 1384 36.4 1503 363 1506 31.7 1614 29 1677 23.7 1804 tested who were eligible for free lunch under the federal government’s National School Lunch Program. Eligibility for a federally sub­ sidized free lunch is frequent­ ly used by education researchers to measure a stu­ dent’s family income. The report cards incorpo­ rated MEAP subject tests administered from 2009 to 2012 to students in grades three through eight. A school’s actual performance on each MEAP exam was compared to the results pre­ dicted by the regression, and the school received a higher CAP score when it exceeded expectations and a lower CAP score when it lagged expectations (a CAP score of 100 meant a school met expectations exactly). A school’s CAP score on each exam was then averaged together to create the school’s overall CAP score. The overall CAP scores were used to generate letter grades for each school using a standard bell curve. Ten per­ cent ofschools received an A; 20 percent received a B; 40 percent, a C; 20 percent, a D; and 10 percent, an F. Senior Citizen of the Summer is Bare Skin Season Year nominations sought Make the best impression with laser treatments from Hastings Surgeons Get rid of those nagging skin issues that make you feel uncomfortable. 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The recipient is also invited to ride as an honored guest in the annual Hastings Summerfest parade. “The Commission on Aging honors older adults every year through its volun­ teer recognition program,” said COA Director Tammy Pennington. “This award offers a special chance for the community to single out that one special older person and present a token oftheir admi­ ration and appreciation. There are other community awards given annually, but this award specifically high­ lights the achievements and talents of our senior citi­ zens.” Nominees for Barry County’s Senior Citizen of the Year award should be age 60 or better and residents of Barry County. Consideration should be given to the contri­ bution each nominee has made to the Barry County community. Examples could include the types of activities the nominee has been involved in, how his or her involvement has benefited the community, and the num­ ber of people who have been affected by those contribu­ tions. Nomination forms for the Senior Citizen of the Year award are available at the Commission on Aging office, Hastings City Bank, Thomapple Manor and WBCH Radio. Nominations can be from individuals or groups. 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, Russ and Jean Hammond, Ruby Ball, Howard “Hoot” Gibson, Dr. Larry Blair, Lois Bremer, and last year’s winner, Donna Brown. Nominations should be sent to the Commission on Aging, 320 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings, MI 49058. All nominations must be received by 5 p.m. Monday, July 9. (OBB WE LI 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. 41748 Call 948-8411 today! 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Pack &SbiP 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269.945.9105 OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:00 - 5:30 H ■ ■ Fed Authorized ShipCenter ■ �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, July 13,2013 Frugal Living Exchange makes mozzarella cheese Extreme couponing is next topic How to make and stretch mozzarella cheese was the topic of the June 20 Frugal Living Exchange meeting, featuring local artisan Gary Colles. Twenty-five participants were eater to taste the results of a two-hour class using store-bought milk, said organizer Laura Scott, Putnam District Library aide. “Ifyou can use fresh milk stack coupons and more.. Putnam District Library sponsors the Frugal Living from a cow or goat, that is best, but it takes trial and error to know which store brands will work,” said Colles. Colles recommended Moo-ville’s 2 percent milk for making a delectable moz­ zarella, said Scott. He also advised experimenting with the recipe, taking notes in regard to brand ofmilk used, temperature, time and meas­ urements of ingredients. At the end ofthe presenta­ tion, cheese and crackers were enjoyed by everyone. The mozzarella recipe and cheese-making process Exchange, which every other week. meets Stephanie Vargo, extreme couponer, will be the pre­ senter at Thursday’s Frugal Living Exchange meeting. Artisan cheese maker Gary Colles leads the Frugal Living Exchange through the steps of cheese making. may be viewed on the Frugal Living Exchange group Facebook page, or email lscott@putnamlib.org for a copy. Colles is one of several local artisans featured in the nationwide Panera Bread campaign available online, mypanera.panerabread.com/ community/myinterest/chees e-making-at-home/. Extreme couponing will be the topic for the Thursday, July 18, meeting, 6:30 p.m. in the ambulance building classroom across the street from Putnam District Library. Stephanie Vargo will share her knowl­ edge and secrets of coupon­ ing. Attendees will learn where to find coupons, methods of organization, how to Laura Scott, library aide at Putnam District Library, gives a hands-on demonstration of making mozzarella cheese at the recent Frugal Living Exchange meeting. Creepy, crawly things to be explored at Vermontville library The Kalamazoo Nature Center will visit Vermontville Township Library Tuesday, July 16, to dig deep into the world beneath where people trod, said Carla Rumsey, library director. Earthworms, roly-poly pill bugs and their soil neighbors will be discovered, and par­ ticipants will learn how theses species survive. “We’ll dig deep into what makes soil and how it’s different from dirt and find some deeply buried treas­ ures,” said Rumsey. All Kalamazoo Nature Center programs include active participation utilizing sound, movement, music, natural history items and props. Bones to Stones, the first of two programs, will be — 7th Annual — Blues. Brews & Rockin’ 4* Outdoors, Under The Stars At The Corner Of State & Jefferson In Downtown Hastings auray, General Admission Not Including Ftxxl or Beverages * uy By Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon The Maple Valley FFA group had 14 members exhibiting 26 market hogs this week at the Eaton County Fair. Under the leadership of faculty member and FFA advisor Aaron Saari, students placed between second and 11th in various competitions. In addition, several members of our chapter chapte showed with their own 4-H groups. Our agriscience programs are definitely a point of pride for the district. Saari has received a Nutrition Assistance Grant. The grant, sponsored by the United States Department of Agriculture and the Michigan Nutrition Network, will be implemented this school year. The goal is to promote good nutrition and physical activity. Gates Open @ 5:30 Live Music Featuring... Big Willy Blues Band Jason EUei E r 4 3rd Degree Big Boss Blues Big Trouble ta iCOLD 105 E. State SL, Downtown Hastings 269-945-4400 www.walldorffbrewpub.com I— Open Everyday — ! Walldorff Beers I On Tap BBCL At the end of this month, teachers will have three days of intense professional learning to prepare for the school year. Re-Inventing Schools Coalition will present the training, “Building and Navigating our Pathway,” specifically geared to the elementary teachers. Learning outcomes for the BNP training are to develop a common understanding of student achievement and its potential impact, and to gain an overview of the expectations within the process. In addition, staff will be presented with new tools and strategies to engage students in their learning. Another aspect of the training will be the development of a standards-based learning plan with rigor. Parents are urged g to attend the July y 16 and 17 meetings g to discuss upcoming changes at Fuller Street Elementary School. The meetings will be in the administration central office board room at 7 p.m. It is my hope to answer all questions and concerns parents may have.. offered at 6 p.m. to children in preschool to third grade. The second program, Michigan Fossils, will begin at 7 p.m. This program is designed for children in fourth grade and up. The programs are 45 minutes to an hour in length, said Rumsey. Crafts and activities are planned for children whose siblings may be in a session. Participants are asked to bring a clean, empty, gallon­ size milk jug for one of the craft projects. Call the library for more information, 517-726-1362. Summer Adopt-A-Highway litter pickup begins today Motorists should be on the lookout for Adopt-AHighway volunteers picking up litter along state highways beginning today. Participants in the Michigan Department of Transportation Adopt-AHighway program will be cleaning up highway roadsides from July 13 to 21, the second of three scheduled pickups this year. “With no increase in transportation funding since 1997, every dollar counts,” said State Transportation Director Kirk T. Steudle. “Adopt-AHighway volunteers provide a financial lift for MDOT and our state by performing need­ ed work that we otherwise couldn’t fund.” In 2012, Adopt-AHighway volunteer groups reported collecting about 65,000 bags of trash, cost , ags o ras, a cos benefit to the state of $5.6 million. Volunteers wear high-visibility, yellow-green safety vests required by fed- eral regulations when work­ ing within a highway’s right of way. MDOT provides the vests and trash bags for free, and arranges to haul away the trash. Current volunteers include members of various civic groups, businesses and fami­ lies. Crew members have to be at least 12 years old, and each group must number at least three people. Sections of highway are still available for adoption. Interested groups should check the MDOT website, www.michigan.gov/adoptahighway, for more infor­ mation. Groups are asked to adopt a section of highway for at least two years. There is no fee to participate. Adopt-A-Highway signs bearing a group’s name are posted along the stretches of adopted highway. The year’s final Adopt-AHighway pickup will be from Sept. 21 to 29. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday. July 13, 2013 — Page 9 Made. fast FAMILY FEATURES lavors from south ofthe border are always a crowd favorite. They’re also a quick, easy way to get dinner on the table in a hurry. Celebrity chefAardn Sdnchez shares his favorite weeknight recipes, which use easy, flavorful ingredients to get families out ofthe kitchen and at the table in record time. “As a chefwith a young family, I love creating delicious dishes that are quick and easy to prepare,” Sdnchez said. “My new Ortega recipes bring that flavor and simplicity together. Enjoy.” To find more great recipes, visit www.ortega.com. Mexican Lasagna Chef Aaron Sanchez Fundido Fiesta Flats Chicken Taco Casserole Servings: 4 Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes 1 pound ground beef 1 1.25-ounce package Ortega Taco Seasoning Mix or 40% Less Sodium Taco Seasoning Mix 1/2 cup water 6 ounces American cheese, cubed 16-ounce jar Ortega Salsa, any variety 12 Ortega Fiesta Flats Taco Shells Chopped fresh cilantro Brown beef in large skillet over medium-high heat; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until thickened. Meanwhile, combine cheese and one cup salsa in a micro­ wave-safe bowl. Cook on high for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every 20 seconds, until smooth. Evenly spoon meat mixture into Fiesta Flats and top with cheese mixture. Top with addi­ tional salsa and sprinkle with cilantro. Ifdesired, also top with Ortega Taco Sauce and Diced Green Chiles Servings: 6 Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes 42 Ortega yellow corn or white corn taco shells 3 cups shredded cooked chicken 8 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese 2 cups chicken stock 1.25-ounce package Ortega 40% Less Sodium Taco Seasoning Mix 16 ounce container sour cream 16 ounce jar Ortega Salsa, any variety Juice of 1 lime Preheat oven to 350°F. Break taco shells into large chips. Combine taco chips, chicken, cheese, stock and taco seasoning in large mix­ ing bowl. Spread mixture in 9-inch by 13-inch baking dish. Top with 1 1/2 cups sour cream; pour salsa over sour cream. Bake for 25 min­ utes, or until hot and bubbling. Meanwhile, stir lime juice into remaining sour cream. Remove casserole from oven, drizzle sour cream and lime mixture over top and serve at once. Chicken Taco Casserole Servings: 8 Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 35 minutes tablespoon vegetable oil medium yellow onion, thinly sliced garlic cloves, minced I 1/2 pounds lean ground beef 1.25-ounce package Ortega Taco Seasoning Mix cup water, divided 16-ounce can Ortega Refried Beans Ortega Flour Soft Tortillas 10-ounce cans Ortega Mild Red Enchilada Sauce 16-ounce jar Ortega Thick and Chunky Salsa ounces shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese Preheat oven to 350°F. Heat vegetable oil in large skillet over medium heat and cook onion and garlic for 4 min­ utes or until softened. Add ground beef and cook for 4 minutes or until browned. Stir in taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water. Cook for 2 minutes or until sauce thickens. Heat refried beans in microwave or small saucepan and stir in remaining 1/4 cup water to thin slightly. Cut one tortilla in half and fit cut ends at cither end of a 9-inch by 13-inch baking dish. Arrange two tortillas, slightly overlapping, to cover the bottom. Layer 1/3 refried beans, 1/3 meat mixture and 1 can enchilada sauce. Repeat to make a second layer. Repeat to make a third layer using salsa instead of enchilada sauce. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake for 20 min­ utes or until lasagna is bubbling and cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting. Ifdesired, top servings with sour cream and diced green onion. Mexican Lasagna Mini-Meatball Fiesta Flats Mini-Meatball Fiesta Flats Servings: 4 Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes 4 Ortega Taco Shells, any variety 1/2 pound ground pork 1/2 1.25-ounce package Ortega Taco Seasoning Mix or 40% Less Sodium Taco Seasoning Mix tablespoon vegetable oil 10-ounce can Ortega Mild Red Enchilada Sauce 1/4 cup water 2 ripe avocados 1-ounce package Ortega Guacamole Seasoning Mix Ortega Fiesta Flats Taco Shells Shredded lettuce Place taco shells in food processor and pulse until coarse crumbs form. (Or place in rcsealablc plastic bag and crush.) Combine crumbs, pork and taco seasoning in mixing bowl. Form mixture into small meatballs, about 1/2 inch in diameter. Heat oil in large skillet and brown meatballs lightly, in batches ifnecessary, about 5 minutes per batch, turning frequently. Return meatballs to skillet and add enchilada sauce and water. Bring to boil over high heat: reduce heat and simmer gently for 15 to 20 minutes or until meatballs are thoroughly cooked. Meanwhile, mash avocados and stir in guacamole seasoning mix. Let rest in the refrigerator according to package instructions. To serve, spoon meatballs and sauce into Fiesta Fiats. Top each with shredded lettuce and guacamole. Ifdesired, also top with Ortega Taco Sauce and Diced Green Chiles. �Page 10 — Ju* Say 'As Advertised tn the Maple Valley News' Saturday. July 13.2013 Memories of the Past This week in Nashville history 77iij Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the July 12. 1983. Maple Valley News. She wrote, “Today's column looks al this week in Nashville's past. The following excerpts are gleaned from the Nashville Ancient History column pub­ lished in The Nashville News from near the turn of the century into the 1930s; from the Turning Back the Pagesfeature ofthe !940s to !960s; and from various early issues ofThe News. 1876 — For six days in a row, the thermometers have hit 98 degrees and no rain in sight 1878 Eggs are six cents a dozen and butter seven cents a pound, which is the lowest these commodities have dropped since the war Meanwhile, harvest hands are getting $2 a day and there is a shortage of help. It is verily a sad plight in which the farmer finds himself. 1880 — Several teams loaded with huckleberry pickers are seen going through the village early in the morning, headed for the swamps where this fruit is to In July 1926, Ida and Frank Norton of Traverse City (seated) paid $8,000 for the 97-acre Adam Wolf place on Cloverdale Road in Maple Grove Township. Norton received half the crops he harvested that summer. Others in this photo are unidenti­ fied except for Ella (Denton) Taylor (at right), a sister to Ida and longtime Nashville News correspondent. The two were among four daughters of the A.P. Dentons, who lived near Vermontville most of their lifetime. For scoring the highest tally during Nashville High School’s 1907 baseball season, Walter Scheldt (second row, from left) in July earned a fine new suit offered as an award by local clothier O.G. Munroe. Other team members in this circa 1905-10 photo of Nashville’s village squad are unidentified. America's #1 Selling Storm Door Energy Saving Solutions at Affordable Prices. Great Selection. Unbeatable Value. DID YOU KNOW... 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Some failed to get berries but all managed to get wet. 1882 — Reports of Fourth of July accidents continue to come in, and the festive fire­ crackers and demure gun that would not go off until the small boy looked into it, are responsible for lost noses and fingers, scarred faces, crippled limbs and in several instances life has been for­ feited for the days’ pleasure. 1884 H.G. Hale has closed out his news stand stock to Fred Baker, who will hold forth with the same at the post office. 1885 — A. Bergman has given away his Main Street property for the trifling sum of $1,300 to the Kocher Brothers, which, as an enter­ prising firm intends building a handsome new block on the same next season. 1887 — Charles Crusoe, who recently came here from Eaton Rapids, has purchased of H.A. Durkee, a couple of acres of land on the north side of the railroad opposite J.B. Mill’s residence and is building a house on the same. 1888 — Pilbeam Andrews have started out with a dime museum, which they will exhibit under a tent today at the comer of Main and Washington streets. They have stuffed birds and animals from nearly all over the continent and which con­ stitute a fine collection. Pilbeam gives a fine exhibi­ tion of shooting, in 25 differ­ ent positions. 1892 — The running team ofNashville Fire Department went to Hastings on the Fourth to compete in the tournament, made a pretty run but lost the race. 1898 — Heavy frost Sunday and Monday nights of this week did inestimable damage to crops in this vicinity. In some areas on low land, com was totally destroyed and most gardens were considerably damaged ... Ed Taylor had his thresh­ ing done Friday, being, so far as we know, the first in the county. 1899 The new tele­ phones are rapidly being put in the different business places and it is thought by Saturday night the whole number of subscribers will be supplied. 1900 From one and one-half acres of vines, 1,042 half quarts of black raspberries were picked at Ed Kinne’s place, north of town, Monday. The work was done by 26 people. This is a very good record for one day. 1901 — Miss Minnie Bivens, daughter of R.A. Bivens of Maple Grove, died at the home of her sister, Mrs. Ed Greenfield, in Battle Creek Tuesday of blood poi­ soning caused by using car­ bolic acid on her feet to get rid of coms. 1902 — Michigan is pret­ ty well off, thank you. The balance of cash now in the treasury is nearly four mil­ lion dollars, largest in histo­ ry1903 — Mrs. D.A. Green is convalescing from her attack of typhoid fever, and her son Fay is now quite sick and threatened with the same malady. [Young Fay evi­ dently recovered. He went on to create a newsletter-type advertising publication he sold in 1945 to Mel and Alice Jacobs, who used that publication, The Reminder, as the foundation of J-Ad Graphics Inc.] 1904 The Nashville Club has set aside Thursday Continued next page f f Nashville VFW 8260 f 304 State St, Nashville • 517-852-9260 1 Presents All You Can Eat .. Walleye or S Chicken Dinner with fries, cole slaw and roll. $12 I f Sat., July 20, 2013 5:30 to 7:30 Cftp Tkw Coupon to Sone $2.00! il f 1 * * HM �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, July 13, 2013 — Page 11 vacancies were Frank D. Lentz, Dr. E.T. Morris and C.L. Glasgow. Elected for three-year terms were Menno Wenger and Dr. W.A. Vance. 1939 — In a business deal completed Monday comes another change for Main Street. White Bros., who have continuously operated a meat market in the Kyser store for more than eight years, have sold out to Roy Simons, an experienced meat man from the Lansing area. He took possession Monday, with the Whites assisting for the present. 1948 The Nashville softball team played three games at Hastings last week, winning all three by comfort­ able margins. Wednesday evening they took the Hastings Thomas store team by a score of 7-4, with Frank Baker pitching and Johnny Dull behind the plate. From 11/5 half acres of vines at the place of Edwin and Triphenia Kinne north of Nashville, an amazing number of black raspberries were picked on one day in mid­ July 1900. A few years later, the Kinnes built on Kellogg Street and raised fruits and vegetables for sale. capita. The distributions will be made on the basis of the 1905 census, which will give ofeach week as Ladies’ Day, this district about $3,300. turning over all facilities of 1907 — Walter Scheidt is the club rooms to the fair sex wearing a fine new suit, the for cards and other diver­ prize offered by O.G. sions. Munroe, the clothier, to the 1905 — A gang of Italian member of the high school workmen have been sta­ baseball team who made the tioned here the past two most scores during the sea­ weeks, straightening the son. Walter made nine tal­ Michigan Central Railroad lies, his nearest competitor tracks west of the depot. being Frank Purchiss Jr., 1906 — George Perry has with eight. been hired by the school 1923 Trunk Line 79 board to act as janitor of the [which became M-79] is to school building at a salary of be graveled from Barryville, $30 per month ... At the three and a half miles east to annual school meeting Nashville. Monday, a letter was read 1926 — Frank Norton of from School Commissioner Traverse City has purchased Ketcham stating that the pri­ the Adam Wolf 97-acre farm mary school money, to be in Maple Grove Township. distributed this fall, would (Norton and his wife, the for­ amount to nearly $10 per mer Ida Denton Conklin of Vermontville, paid $8,000 for the farm located in Section 21 on Cloverdale Road. The price included half the current crops.) 1927 — Lights are to be installed soon on Cemetery Street, to put an end to numerous complaints of young couples parking there OFFERING COMPLETE at night. 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The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 06799959 ofporhwt? consolidation of Nashville’s two banks, the State Bank and Farmers & Merchants Bank, is indicated by notices sent out this week to all stockholders of the two organizations to attend meet­ ings in the afternoon and evening of July 23 to consid­ er the proposed merger. 1930 — With a total atten­ dance of more than 300 per­ sons, Nashville Monday night had one of the largest school meetings in history. The fact that an entirely new five-member board of educa­ tion was to be named was responsible for the excellent turnout. The unusual situa­ tion was caused by three vacancies which had occurred since last election and had been temporarily filled by appointment. 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Hp|’nr HQ SllDDOft H li rAthlIPICtlPvQO ' ■'^ 1 Z �Page 12 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, July 13,2013 Vermontville man assaulted in Calhoun County A 20-year-old Vermontville man was assaulted with a metal object by a 20-year-old Convis Township man, reported Sgt Brent Lincoln from the Calhoun County Sheriffs department in a press release. The assault occurred Friday, July 5, around 9:30 p.m., in the 23000 block of 15 Mile Road, in Calhoun County. Deputies seized six marijuana plants, three ille­ gal firearms and the metal weapon used in the assault. Lincoln said no arrests have been made at this time. Warrants are being sought for the Convis Township man for charges of felonious assault, manufacturing and delivering marijuana, pos­ session of a firearm during the commission of a felony and several additional firearm charges. This inci­ dent remains under investi­ Lisa Bondarenko (from left), Lisa Sterkenburg, Nola Payne and Anna Williams gation by the Calhoun comprise the group What Four. What Four will perform the final concert in this sea­ County Sheriffs office. The victim was treated for son’s Lyrics on the Lawn series in Nashville Tuesday, July 13. injuries at Hayes Green Beach Hospital in Charlotte. Lyrics on the Lawn presents final concert of the season What Four musical group fundraisers and sacred con­ wraps up the 2013 outdoor certs. music series Lyrics on the They will sing from a Lawn Tuesday, July 16, 6:30 wide variety of genres, tradi­ p.m. on the lawn of Putnam tional sacred to barbershop, District Library in Nashville. classical and standards. What Four is comprised of Lyrics on the Lawn is a Lisa Bondarenko, Nola project of the Friends of Payne, Lisa Sterkenburg and Putnam District Library. Anna Williams, accompa­ While many have enjoyed nied by Joy French. The the free performances members met through joint through the years, declining membership in the attendance has the Friends Lakewood Area Choral group considering if it Society. The group finds joy should continue. In its first season, Lyrics in singing together and has performed for a variety of on the Lawn was a fundrais- You can trust the professional team at Pennock Pharmacy. Service. Answers. Peace of Mind. Not all pharmacies are created equal. Pennock pharmacies are connected with Pennock Hospital and provide you with continuity of care and peace of mind. We know our patients, their medications, and their history. Don't trust something as important as your prescriptions to just anyone. Choose Pennock Pharmacy. We are right here for you. Whether at our Hastings location at Pennock Hospital, or at Gun Lake Medical Center, our top-notch service is just a phone call away. ing project, bringing in enough money to purchase a portable sound system for the library. 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Church windows find new life in artist’s care by Shari Carney Staff Writer Stained glass, lead came, putty and an artist’s care are combining to bring healing to the cracked and crumbling windows of St. Cyril Catholic Church in Nashville. Artist Michelle (Frith) Dunkelberger, who has tack­ led the window restoration with zeal, has a life-long relationship with the church where she was baptized and received her first commun­ ion. In 1983, Michelle was married to Tony Dunkelberger in St. Cyril’s, and the couple celebrated the baptisms of their three chil­ dren - Kellen, Jessilyn and LeeAnn — in this church as well. The young family moved in 1996 to Alpena where Tony taught math. Sadly, in 1999, Tony died of an anuerism at age 34. The funeral was held, back home, at St. Cyril’s. Before the move to This window will be the final one to be refurbished at St. Cyril Catholic Church in Nashville. The grouping is located above the front entry door. St. Cyril Catholic Church in Nashville is undergoing restoration of its stained glass windows. Artist Michelle Dunkelberger has finished the front altar area of five windows and is now working on the larger six windows along the sides. The front cluster above the doorway will be the last to be refurbished. John Harp is a glass installer from Vermontville. Harp has been assisting in the stained glass window restoration project in process at St. Cyril Catholic Church in Nashville. (Photo by LeeAnn Dunkelberger) Alpena, Michelle had been studying the art of stained glass with Liz Arnold, who taught the classes in the basement of her home in Fuller Heights in Nashville. “I didn’t have any interest in working in glass,” said Michelle who took the class at the suggestion of her sister LuAnn. “I didn’t want to make little suncatchers.” Arnold, who had been to the Creative Study Center in Detroit, introduced Michelle to traditional kiln-fired glass painting. This is one of the oldest forms of glasswork employed by Tiffany Stained Glass, said Michelle. With her interest engaged, Michelle setup a home studio and continued practicing the craft after the move to Alpena. From 2000-04, she owned and operated a stained glass studio in a store front in downtown Alpena. Classes were taught in the space as well as custom orders filled. Due to economic downturns, the shop closed and a career in a variety of retail manage­ ment positions ensued. After the children com­ pleted high school, Michelle relocated across the state See IWAttWS, pg, 2 Meth lab discovered in back yard in Nashville Delta Dental donates technology to Maple Valley Schools Nashville police were called to the 400 block of Lentz Street to investigate an unwanted female on Saturday, July 6 around 10:50 p.m. When the officer arrived, the 29-year-old female was standing on the porch. The woman had two outstanding warrants, was arrested and is lodged at the Barry County Jail. A subsequent search of the two bags the female had in her possession revealed that one of the bags con­ tained meth components. A taednvaisnetd ooffficetrhs eshep trhoopuegrthyt she could smell an odor of Technology equipment donated to Maple Valley Schools by Delta Dental of meithh icoming fr om ltihe hous e. Michigan includes 30 Dell workstations and monitors plus two laser printers. These NMichigan Maicshhivgiallne State Stateo lPolice Picoeliceo fand afnicde aar Nashville police machines will be used to replace some of the outdated equipment in the computer p searched the house but came labs at Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School. up with nothing. A probable cause warrant was sought to search the property. An active meth lab generator was found in the back yard. Charges will be sent to the Barry County prosecutors office for operat­ ing and maintaining a meth lab. Samples were taken from the lab by MSP and sent to the crime lab for analysis. In This Issue • Earthworms and fossils are the focus of Nature Center visit • Memories of the Past: Literary group is Nashville’s oldest active organization • Maple Valley kids show chickens, pigs, beef, horses and bunnies and more at the Eaton County Fair �Page 2 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, July 20.2013 WINDOWS, continued from page 1 f\ detail of this window from St. Cyril Catholic Church in Nashville reveals aging of the wood and cracks in the window. Each window is being refurbished by stained glass artist Michelle Dunkelberger. (Photo by LeeAnn Dunkelberger) near Traverse City where she became a general manager of two mattress retail stores. Managing life, but not ful­ filled, the longing to work as an artist overtook her. Family members began to call, asking Michelle to con­ sider coming back home, back to Nashville. Last spring, in April of 2012, she made a leap of faith and swung the door shut on the life that was draining her. Leaving a steady paycheck and benefits behind, a fortuitous meeting of the church council at St Cyril’s led to a life-restoring pur­ pose. “My mother [Bernice Frith] asked me to go with her to this meeting,” said Michelle, who had no idea what the meeting would be about. The council was to address the need of restoring the stained glass windows in the church. Michelle said they were considering hiring a company in Minnesota. Having set up a studio, under the name Michelle Louise Glass, in the original art room of the former Kellogg School, she realized she was in a position to take on this project. The finished window from St. Cyril Catholic Church in Nashville receives a final polish before being returned to its position above the altar. Glass matches were sought and lead came used to restore the window to its original condition. The glass painting of the chalice is by stained glass artist Michelle Dunkelberger. (Photo by LeeAnn Dunkelberger) John Harp is a glass installer from Vermontville. Harp has been assisting in the stained glass window restora­ tion project in process at St. Cyril Catholic Church in Nashville. (Photo by LeeAnn Dunkelberger) Upon submitting a bid, Michelle was offered the contract, and last fall she began the labor-intensive process ofremoving the win­ dows and restoring them to their original condition. This task made it neces­ sary to bring in assistants. Chief among them has been daughter LeeAnn who has photo-chronicled the journey from the beginning and per­ formed a variety of tasks. • The windows had Plexiglas installed over them in the 1970s or ‘80s to pro­ tect them. Unfortunately, the Plexiglas had yellowed mak­ ing the windows dull in appearance. It had also creat­ ed a pocket for moisture and warm air, which caused the lead to expand and windows This is a finished window, mounted in the front altar of St. Cyril Catholic Church in Nashville. The artist, Michelle Dunkelberger, grew up in the church and. recently relocated back to her hometown after several years in northern Michigan. fcverYwM? Nashville United W METHODIST Church to bow. With the help of Dave Taylor, a local builder; Duane King, brother-in-law; John Harp, a glass installer from Vermontville and fami­ ly, the windows began to come down. Continued next page COBB WEU DRILUNG (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 Comer of Washington & State Streets Vacation Bible School Everywhere Fun Fair Where God’s World Comes Together. Monday, July 22 through Friday, July 26 9:3 O'Noon Kindergarten through 6th Grade Everyone is welcome! John Harp, a glass installer from Vermontville, care­ fully lowers a crumbling stained glass window from its home. 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July 20, 2013 — Page 3 Earthworms and fossils are the focus of Nature Center visit Kalamazoo Nature Center visited the Vermontville Township Library Tuesday, July 16 and shared fun facts about levels of soil beneath our feet, how fossils are formed and how every crea­ ture in nature has a purpose, said Carla Rumsey, director. Patrons met earthworms and roly-poly pill bugs and examined fossils including mastodon teeth and a thigh bone. Visitors also created T-Rex skulls from gallon size milk jugs. For an extra treat, library patron Alice Blaise prepared hot dogs for refreshments for this week’s program. Summer reading fun will continue July 23 with a showing of the movie “Jurassic Park.” The movie begins at 6 p.m. and has a run time of two hours and eight minutes. With a generous donation from the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Flea Blaise and the Vermontville Township Library Gnome travel in the mine shaft at the Opera House during the Kalamazoo Nature Center visit Tuesday. Natizia Blaise holds the attention of patrons in the role of a dying mastodon at the visit of the Kalamazoo Nature Center to the Vermontville Library’s summer pro­ gram Bones to Stones. SLC Vmt library ReidAiden Reid (from left), Skylir Hoard, Jonathan McClain and Garret Backe explain how every crea­ ture in nature serves a pur­ pose. Market Committee, the library has purchased a pop­ corn machine so that fresh, hot popcorn can be served when movies are shared in the Opera House. This visit was made possi­ ble by a grant from the Capital Region Community Foundation. Michelle, “and not as cre­ ative as a new creation.” But, she was quick to add, seeing the windows back up is fulfilling. “LuAnn said the new ones look like they are standing proud,” Michelle said. The scraping and clean­ ing, the matching, painting, leading and gentle handling have led Michelle to con­ clude, “this is what I’m sup­ posed to do. This is my pro­ fession, my vocation.” Undaunted by hard tasks, Michelle has tackled another by purchasing a former church in Nashville that she is rennovating into a home and studio space. “This is definitely going to be a long ongoing project, but it’s my dream ... I under­ stand that I’m going to have to take it piece by piece and that I will be living in an unfinished space for quite some time, and I might get strapped for cash from time to time, but I’m okay with that. In fact, I’m kind of excited.” Michelle, when handed the key to her new properly, turned the attached key fob over to see this two-word message: “Full Circle.” Piece by piece, a church’s windows, another church’s reclamation and an artist’s life are being restored. In a conversation with Father Richard Altine, pastor of St. Cyril’s, Michelle told him the timing ofher coming back to Nashville was a bizarre coincidence. “Bizarre is not the word for it,” said Altine. “It’s a God thing.” WINDOWS, continued from previous page Michelle decided to first address the five smaller win­ dows that adorn the altar area as they were in the worst condition. Scaffolding was installed and extreme care taken as a mallet and chisel were used to pry the win­ dows from the casings. Wood frames are being built to house the windows once the refurbishing is complete. A tracing and rubbing is made of each window as it is removed from the casing. “When the first window came out, Mom and I were sitting on the church floor doing a rubbing,” said Michelle. “It occured to us that our ancestors had helped place these here.” Once the window is trans­ ported to the studio, it is dis­ mantled and each piece scrubbed with a soft abrasive cleanser. Cracked pieces are HASTINGS 4 r ... 1U1 AA I LitI removed and recut from matching glass. Finding a company with the matching glass proved to be a challenge. Kokomo Opalescent Glass, estab­ lished in 1888 and based in Indiana, and Wissmach Glass, founded in 1904 and located in West Virginia, are the two companies Michelle has contracted. “A couple of the colors had not been produced in many years, so I had to wait several months for them to run a batch,” said Michelle. A glass painter, Michelle has been able to create dupli­ cate images of the Sacred Heart ofJesus and another of a chalice and the host. She also has designed an origi­ nal, calling it the Sacred Heart of Mary. Drawing inspiration from the Sacred Heart ofJesus, she employed similar elements and then added a white lily and white roses to symbolize the purity and love of the mother of Jesus. Names of donors and those “in memory of’ are at the bottom of each window. In some cases, Michelle has had to repaint the names. Some investigative work has been necessary to ensure proper spelling. “In memory ofMr. & Mrs. Pet. S. Maurer ... In memory of Jacob Maurer & son John ... In memory of Rev. Th. Buysee... In memory ofMrs. Mary Maurer ... Donated by Mr. & Mrs. Pet. A. Maurer... In memory of John Maurer & son Thomas... Donated by Jos. Wm. Rich & Dan Hickey ... Donated by Mr. & Mrs. Peter Maurer Donated by Mr. and Mrs. Philip Maurer ... Donated by Pet. Hen. Ph. & Kate Maurer Dooling,” are among the names inscribed. “Before this, I looked upon restoration work as dirty and laborious,” said 2013-2014 Dance Season Registration Thursdays starting July 18th • Noon - 7:00 p.m. PAY IN FULL DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE THROUGH JULY Preschool classes available ages 3 & up Tap • Hip Hop • Jazz • Ballet Contemporary/Lyrical and much more! 269-205-4900 , Downtown Hastin oaOtatoSt. [GQTI.com and on Facebook IEATERS O(’S U f- .UnUn BARGAIN twilight DfllLY OlQllal 4:00-6:00 PM excludes 3D • All Boys Hip Hop • College Age Variety Class • Musical Theatre Q No passes (S) Stadium Seating SHOWTIMES 7/20 -7/24 TITLESAND TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE O© TURBO (PG) SAT-SUN 11:50, 2:10,6:50 MON-WED 6:50 O© 30 TURBO (PG) iZIMA $2.50 PREMIUM PER 30 TICKET DAILY 4:30,9:10 ORJ-P-D. (PG-13) SAT-SUN 12:00,2:20,7:10 MON-WED 7:10 030 RJ.P.D. 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Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For complete obituary information and further details please visit our web­ site at www.danielsfuneralhome.net. Dale Richard Wendor CHARLOTTE, MI- Dale Richard Wendorf, age 78, passed away on July 14, 2013 at his home surrounded by family and friends in Charlotte. Dale was bom August 14, 1934 to John and Maude (Holben) Wendorf in North Butler. He graduated from Quincy High School, and worked for General Motors until his retirement. On August 5, 1955, Dale married the love of his life, Mary Ellen Brazee, and together they raised four sons, Steven, David, Gregory, and Harold (Jeff). He loved fishing and camp­ ing, and especially loved traveling the state on his scooter. Dale is survived by his children, Steven (Sherry) Wendorf of Charlotte, David (Brenda Therrien) Wendorf of Vermontville, Gregory (Christy) Wendorf of Nashville, and Harold “Jeff’ (Dawn) Wendorf of Charlotte; 16 grandchildren and 23 and 1/2 great-grandchildren. He will be missed by his sister Maxine Sebring of Hillsdale and special friend Jean Landis. He is predeceased by his wife Mary Ellen and his parents. Funeral services were held Thursday, July 18, 2013 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Rev. Charles Jenson officiating. Interment at Gresham Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to Eaton Community Palliative Care.. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com. Eunice Dale Higdon Priddy NASHVILLE, MI Eunice Dale Higdon Priddy, age 88, of Nashville, passed away Monday, July 15, 2013 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. Eunice was bom in Streeter, ND on June 22, 1925, the daughter of George and Virginia (Bell) Higdon. She attended Nashville High School, graduating in 1943. Eunice married Lloyd Priddy on May 29, 1944 in Norfolk, VA. Eunice joined the Eau Galle Art League in Florida in 1961. She remained very active in the league until they moved back to Michigan in 1968. Eunice taught art les­ sons to many people in the area until this last year, when she quit for health reasons. She was well known for her beautiful paintings. CHELSEA JIFFY FACTORY July 31 ..... :..............................................$95.00 'Tour the Jiffy factory and the Teddy Bear Factory (100,000) Dinner' at the “Common Grill” and then enjoy a wonderful stage play, a comedy love story "Miles and Ellis’ at the Purple Rose Theatre. 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Higdon, Victor Higdon, Myron Higdon; and sister, LaDuska (Nathan) Sheldon. Eunice is survived by her husband of 69 years, Lloyd Priddy of Nashville; daugh­ ters, Dale Ann (Phillip) Thompson of Nashville and Deidra Bryans of Hastings; son, Dennis (Patricia) Priddy of Nashville, sister, Doris (Jerry) Callen of Melbourne, FL; nine grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 27, 2013 at Dale and Phil Thompson’s home from 1 until 4 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Lloyd Priddy. Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home, please visit our website at www.girrbachfuneralhome.net to sign the online guest book or to leave a memory or message for the family. In the past two weeks, the Barry County Sheriff’s office marine division has focused on educating the public about boating safety by holding a public boater safety class, promoting the National Operation Dry Water campaign, and patrolling 40-plus lakes and six fireworks events. Marine deputies made five arrests operating a boat while intoxicated and wrote 70 citations for various marine violations. Many Many of ofthe thecitations citations were were written for boater safety card related violations, lack of life jackets and safety equipment and unsafe driving viola tions. Citizens may review the marine laws on the DNR website or by visiting www.boaterexam.com. Boaters should realize that collisions can be prevented if every vessel operator fulfills the following three major responsibilities: • Practice good seamanship. Know and practice the navigation rules. • Keep a proper lookout. Failing to do so is the most common cause of collisions. • Maintain a safe speed. Ensure ample time to avoid a collision. All boaters should know the new boating laws that went into effect this year. • Any person bom on or after July 1, 1996, is required to have a boater’s safety cer­ tificate to operate any water­ craft over 6 horsepower. • Any person towed behind a watercraft is required to wear a type I, II, or III personal floatation device. • Individuals between the ages of 6 and 12 may now wear a type I, II or III per­ sonal floatation device while riding on a personal water craft, passengers younger than 6 years old must still have a type I or II personal floatation device. Additional common boat­ ing laws that should be reviewed, including: • Registration expires March 31 the year on the sticker. • Proper size and type of U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal floatation devices must be in the watercraft for each person on board. • Anyone connected to a personal watercraft has to wear a personal floatation device. • All watercraft longer than 16 feet require a U.S. Coast guard-approved throwable device (seat cushion or ring buoy) plus a wearable person­ al floatation device for every person on the boat. • Watercraft must be 100 feet away from docks, rafts, anchored, moored or drifting boats, occupied swim areas and persons in the water, or be operating at a slow, no­ wake speed. If in doubt, keep a safe, reasonable distance. • Personal watercraft must be 150 feet behind a water­ craft to jump its wake. • Personal watercraft may operate between 8 a.m. and sunset • Proper lighting must be displayed between sunset and sunrise and during peri­ ods of reduced visibility. Non-motorized vessels must display a white light at hand. All motorized vessels are required to have a white stem light visible 360 degrees and a red and green light on the bow. • Operators of personal watercraft bom after Dec. 31, 1978, are required to have a boaters safety certifi­ cate on their person while operating. • Any motorized water­ craft with a closed or semi­ enclosed area is required o have a type Bl fire extin­ guisher in readily accessible location. If the craft is more than 26 feet, it needs two B1 extinguishers or a B2 fire extinguisher. • Boats on the Great Lakes require visual distress sig­ nals, such as flare guns, flares or other daytime and nighttime devices. Watercraft less than 16 feet require nighttime devices after sunset. Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, July 22 Spaghetti and meatballs in sauce, broccoli, applesauce, breadstick. Tuesday, July 23 Meatloaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, stewed tomatoes, fruit cobbler, roll. Wednesday, July 24 Ham and Swiss cheese, potato salad, broccoli raisin salad, orange, bun. Thursday, July 25 Baked potato bar, chili, tossed salad, banana, crack­ ers. Friday, July 26 Baked chicken leg qtr., mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetable blend, tropical fruit, rolls. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, July 22 Ham, salami, Swiss cheese, baked beans, tropical fruit, wheat bun. Tuesday, July 23 Chicken pasta salad, mari­ nated vegetables, Mandarin oranges, crackers. Wednesday, July 24 Roast beef with cheddar cheese, pickled beets, citrus sections, wheat bun. Thursday, July 25 Chef salad, macaroni salad, applesauce. Friday, July 26 Tuna salad, coleslaw, peaches, bun. Delton: Birthday Party; Reminiscence. Sing-a-Long. Thursday, July 25 Hastings: Barcroft’s Boogie 10:30 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Tiger’s Watch Party 2p.m. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, July 26 - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Sing-ALong; Visiting. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, July 22 Spaghetti and meatballs in sauce, broccoli, peas and car­ rots, applesauce. Tuesday, July 23 Meatloaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, stewed tomatoes, fruit crisp, cookie. Wednesday, July 24 Breakfast sandwich, hash brown cubes, applesauce, orange/tangerine juice. Emmalee Grace Harwood, Thursday, July 25 Chili, baby baked potatoes, bom at Bronson Hospital in cherry crisp, crackers. Battle Creek on July 9, 2013 at 8:18 a.m. to Richard and Friday, July 26 Baked chicken thigh, Kelly Harwood ofNash-ville. mashed potatoes and gravy, Weighing 8 lbs. 9 ozs. and 19 spinach, tropical fruit, rolls. inches long. Welcomed home Activities Calendar by big brother, Jakob, age 9. Monday, July 22 Hastings: Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; Music with Sam; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Kinship Support 5:30-7 at Hastings COA. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, July 23 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m. Subscribe to the Wednesday, July 24 Hastings Banner. Hastings: Music with Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre Call 269-945-9554 12:30. p.m.; Legal Aid. for more information. NEWEST CITIZEN ANNOUNCED GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, July 20,2013 — Page 5 Green bean season is nearly here; fact sheet available <■* w -tsSs tsSs A popular vegetable dur­ ing the summer is fresh Michigan-grown snap beans, available July through September. To find out how to proper­ ly use, store and preserve snap beans, use the Michigan State University Extension fact sheet, “Michigan Fresh: Using, Storing and Preserving Snap Beans: Green, Purple or "Yellow,” http://web2.msue.msu.edu/b ulletins2/product/using-storing-and-preserving-snapbeans-13O4.cfm>. This fact sheet offers information related to quali­ ty, yield and storage tech- niques. “When selecting beans, look for a full, but tender, crisp pod, and make sure to remove any diseased or rusty pods,” said MSU Extension educator Christine Venema. “Beans should be stored in a cool, moist refrigerator. 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Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special." For Information call 1-269-731-5194. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School...................... 10 a. .m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...... ........... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comet of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Church Service ... Sunday School...... ....... 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship............. 11 a.m. ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .................... .......... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service .......... 6:45 p.m. . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 . FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m............... Family Supper 6:00-7:15........................... Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00..................... Sunday School 10:00............................ Church Service 11 SO....................................... Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a A.M. Service.................................... 11 a P.M. Service...................................... 6 Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children^ Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship............................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 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 Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass .................9:30 a.m. W.orship 11:15 a.m. .PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. AHDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPEHDEHT AHGLICAH CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................... 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 203 N. State, Nashville 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 am. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 am. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800033 �Pap* S — Ju* Say *As AftwlMd m •» Mapte valley Nawa* Saturday Jt*y 20.2013 Maple Valley kids show chickens, pigs, beef, horses and bunnies and more at the Eaton County Fair Entering tenth grade, is 15 year old, Marcum Terpening Terpening poses with his pigs a Berkshire (biack) and Yorkshire 4-H members, friends and family pledge allegiance to the flag at the start of the small animal auction at the Eaton County Fair Saturday. Jaoe Heinze readies to compete in the pole bending event at the Eaton County Fair. Jace is riding Benny. (Photo by April Heinze) ) ing sheep and her second year showing rabbits at the Eaton County Fair. (Photo by Jody Franklin) Entering the sixth grade is 10 year old Josey Terpening. Josey is at the Eaton County Fair with her horse Captain. At 11 years old, this is Madison Eye’s second year showing sheep. Madison took a first place in market class. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, July 20, 2013 — Page 7 Jadelyn Stewart poses with her pigs, a Yorkshire (all white) and a Hampshire. This is Stewart’s first year showing pigs with FFA. “It is definitely a lot of fun,” said Stewart. know your voice,” said Davis. Eliana Heinze takes a first place in showmanship and grand champion in the 12 and under age bracket at the Eaton County Fair. (Photo by April Heinze) ing in 4-H. “My mom won grand champion for four years," said Hughes. Hughes is a 6-year member of the Maple Valley Beefers and in her third year with FFA. Addison Ramey poses with her horse at the Eaton County Fair. She is a member of the Vermontville Junior Farmers. (Photo by Christine Terpening) At right: Entering the eighth grade at 13 is Dillon Terpening, posing with his pigs BBQ and Sauce. Dillon has been in 4-H for five years and is in his first year of FFA. More photos on page 12 FT ; REFRESHINGLY1FF0RDABLE air conditioning Don’t risk paying too much to keep your home comfortable. Compare quality construction, warranty protection*, and the price of any Goodman' brand Air Conditioner. Then you’ll discover why millions are saying, “Thank goodness for Goodman? Goodman* Air Conditioning & Heating A FFA member for three years, Bailey Weiler poses with his pigs Torquey and Harry Plopper at the Eaton County Fair. “The money’s nice,” said Weiler of the experience. LET US CLEAN AND SANITIZE YOUR DUCTWORK WITH OUR ROTOBRUSH DUCT CLEANING SYSTEM!! FROST HEATING 8 COOLING QUALITY, VALUE 8 SERVICE Lake Odessa Nashville (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 • (anptac nananh tails available Im ran local data m al irosjoodmiwilyin. To mb ll» 10-Tut Faits l«M lananty. wine rtjstrata msi bt cmptari rtta SI days of mudalm Onliaf rtjwali« is not iqwed in (altau«Qotiet. ©2011 Goodtiua talachninj (ompany, L.P., Hotnton, Tens. Maple Valley Beefers are one of the 4-H clubs from the area that compete annual­ ly at the Eaton County Fair in Charlotte. Thank goodness for Goodman I i �Page 8 - Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday. July 20, 2013 County Fair Community Tent. Barrel Racing, 1 p.m., Expo Center 4-H Livestock Fashion Show, 3 p.m., Barry County Fair Taste of Barry, 5 p.m., Barry County Fair Community Tent CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events July 20 Show of Champions Competition, 8:30 a.m., Barry County Fair. The Great 4-H Race, 12:30 p.m., Barry July 30 Aug. 1 Aug. 3 Aug. 4 Culinary Arts Classes to start Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 pjn., Expo Center 4-H State Shoot, Centerline of Calhoun, Inc. Open Speed Horse show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Technology in education Guest writer: Maple Valley Schools Director ofTechnology Tracy George SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on April 30, 2008, by Robert L. Smith and Lacey M. Sanders-Smith, hus­ band and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on May 12, 2008, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 20080512-0005095, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated June 20, 2011, recorded on June 29, 2011, in Instrument Number 201106290006395, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Seven Thousand One Hundred Sixty-Six and 02/100 Dollars ($127,166.02); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, August 8, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Unit 12, Red Oak Estates Condominium, a Condominium established by Master Deed, recorded in Document No. 1136354, Barry County Records, and being des­ ignated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 41, as amended, with rights in the general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in the Master Deed as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1978, as amended, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan. Commonly known address: 192 Jambrial Drive, Hastings, Michigan 49058 ' Parcel ID Number: 08-04-098-012-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: June 24, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COM­ MERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (07-06)(07-27) 06817214 BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, OR IF YOU ARE A DEPENDANT OF AN ACTIVE SERVICE MEMBER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400 AS YOU MAY BE ENTITLED TO THE BENEFITS OF THE SERVICEMEMBERS* CIVIL RELIEFACT. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Diane L. Jenkins, individual, to CitiMortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, dated April 25, 2005 and record­ ed May 13, 2005 in Instrument Number 1146459, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty Thousand Seven Hundred Six and 16/100 Dollars ($80,706.16) including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on 08/22/2013. Said premises are located in the Township of Thomapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 25, and that part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 24, all in Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Beginning at the Northeast corner of the West 1/2 of said Northwest 1/4; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes West 231.00 feet along the North line of said Northwest 1/4; thence South 0 degrees 30 minutes West 290.50 feet parallel with the East line of the West 1/2 of said Northwest 1/4; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes West 150.00 feet; thence North 0 degrees 30 minutes East 290.50 feet; thence North 21 degrees 03 minutes East 143.30 feet; thence South 68 degrees 57 minutes East 177.23 feet along the centerline of state road; thence Southeasterly 171.25 feet along a 1050.00 foot radius curve to the left, the long chord bearing South 73 degrees 37 minutes East 171.06 feet; thence South 0 degrees 00 minutes West 21.83 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to a right of way for State Road over the Northeasterly 33.0 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be b months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, 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. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ erty, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 20, 2013 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007-5041 File No. 671.1799 (07-20) (08-10) 06817365 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on July 25,2007, by Vaughn R. Dingledine Sr. STATE OF MICHIGAN 5TH CIRCUIT COURT MOTION, VERIFICATION AND ORDER FOR ALTERNATE SERVICE CASE NUMBER 13-177-CH Court Address 220 W. State St., Hastings, Ml 49058 Court Phone Number (269) 948-4814 Plaintiff U.S. Bank National Association, Trustee For The Structured Asset Investments Loan Trust 2005-5 Margaret Dingledine, husband David Dell and wife, as Mortgagor, given by Orlans Associates them to MainStreet Savings P.O. Box 5041 Bank, FSB, whose address is Troy, Ml 48007 629 West State Street, Hastings, vs. Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, Defendant and recorded on July 30,2007, in Gary W Sims the office of the Register of 399 W. Hickory Rd. Deeds for f Battle Creek, Ml 49017 Michigan, in Instrument Number 1. Service of Process upon 20070730-0000293, which mort­ Gary W. Sims cannot reasonably gage was assigned to. be made as otherwise provided in Commercial Bank by an MCR 2.105, as shown in the fol­ Assignment of Mortgage dated lowing Verification of Process September 19, 2012, recorded Server. on October 4,2012, in Instrument 2. Defendant’s last known Number 2012-005330, Barry home or business address is: 399 County Records, on which W. Mortgage there is claimed to be 49017. due and unpaid, as of the date of Verification of Process Server this Notice, the sum of Thirty-Five Attempts have been made to Thousand One Hundred Fifty- serve this Defendant as One and 42/100 Dollars described below: ($35,151.42); and no suit or pro­ 04-04-13 12:55 PM - Adult ceeding at law or in equity having female occupant denies residen­ been instituted to recover the cy of defendant. Requested debt or any part thereof secured postal verification. (Co-defendant by said Mortgage, and the power (wife) states the defendant lives of sale in said Mortgage having in Tennessee, however still become operative by reason of receives mail.) such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ 04-06-13 2:40 PM - No one BY GIVEN that on Thursday, August 22,2013 at 1:00 o'clock in home.Posted Notice of Pending the afternoon, at the Barry Action. Requested postal verifi­ County Courthouse in Hastings, cation. 04-11-13 7:30 AM - No one Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit home. Posted 2nd business card Court for Barry County, there will with instructions for the defen­ be offered for sale and sold to the dant to call and arrange for serv­ highest bidder or bidders at pub­ ice. Postal inquiry reveals defen­ lic auction or venue for purposes dant continues to receive mail as of satisfying the amounts due and addressed. 04-13-13 7:25 PM Adult unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale female occupant denies residen­ and includable attorney fees, the cy .of defendant stating he lives in lands and premises in said Tennessee. Neighbor confirmed Mortgage mentioned and this. I declare that the statements described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF above are true to the best of my information and HOPE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: belief. Lot 88 of Steven's Wooded Acres Date: 4-22/2013 #2, according to the recorded plat Kenneth M. Cote Motion for Alternate Service thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of 3. I request the court order Plats on Page 60, Hope Township. Also including a 1965 service by alternate means. Parkwood Manufactured Home Date: 5-23-13 with Affidavit of Affixture of David Dell P61778 Order for Alternate Service Manufactured Home recorded THE COURT FINDS: August 29, 2005, Document No. 1. Service of process upon 1151818, Barry County Records. Commonly known address: 6439 Defendant, Gary W. Sims cannot Woods Trail Drive, Delton, reasonably be made as provided Michigan 49046 Parcel ID in MCR 2.105, and service of Number: 08-07-310-088-00 The process may be made in a man­ period within which the above ner which is reasonably calculat­ premises may be redeemed shall ed to give Defendant actual expire six (6) months from the notice of the proceedings and an date of sale, unless determined opportunity to be heard. abandoned Jn accordance with IT IS ORDERED THAT: M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in 2. Service regarding the above which case the redemption peri­ entitled matter and a copy of this od shall be 30 days from the time order may be made by the follow­ of such sale. Dated: July 12, ing methods: 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, A. First class mail w/proof of COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COM­ mailing to: Gary W. Sims, 399 W. MERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Hickory Rd., Battle Creek, Ml Price of Hastings, Michigan, 49017 Mortgagee Attorneys for D. Other: Publication. Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Date: 6/5/13 Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) Judge Amy L. McDowell 06816937 371-8253 (07-20)(08-10) )06817240 (a/k/a Vaughn Dingledine) and Barry County, Hickory Rd., Battle Creek, Ml knowledge, I am thrilled to be your director oftechnology. I know I am joining an amazing team of hard-working and dedicated edu­ cators here at Maple Valley and I look forward to the chal­ lenges that lie ahead for our team. To that end, I would like to share my philosophy on the use oftechnology in education which guides what I will be doing for our students, teachers and administration. Technology is a tool. It is the pencil and paper of today. Technology assists educators in being more efficient because it engages students in their education, collects data for deter­ mining effectiveness, and allows for individualized, self­ paced instruction. However, this will only come to fruition if technology is part of a coordinated plan consisting of leadership, hardware, software, goals and objectives, and evaluation of its effec­ tiveness. Schools can’t simply purchase computers or iPads, distribute them, and hope that technology is incorporated into the curriculum and that it adds to student learning. There must be a plan to select the right technology, acquire it, train the teachers and students, provide the ongoing support that is crit­ ical for a successful educational environment, assess its effec­ tiveness, and make adjustments as necessary. . It is with this philosophy that I have begun my work. In the past few weeks, I have worked to improve communications by establishing a social media presence, by planning a reor­ ganization of our website, and by installing a new instant alert system. I am gathering information about the software and hard­ ware that we already have in our district. The migration ofour server to Potterville has begun and I will be closely monitor­ ing that process. In order to support the technology we currently have, it is necessary to increase our wireless capability and capacity in all buildings and I have sent out a request for a quote for this work. Once we have that back we will be able to determine a more specific plan. On Wednesday, Pat Powers and I drove to Lansing to accept a donation from Delta Dental of 30 gently used coin-, puters and monitors as well as two laser printers that are much newer than some of the technology we are currently using. These “new to us” machines will update one ofthe labs at the high school. As the start of school approaches, I will be meet­ ing more of the teachers and administrators to better under­ stand their specific needs and to increase their confidence in using technology in the classroom. Last but not least, I will be looking for a few community members to serve on the Technology Committee. If you are interested or just want to chat about technology-related issues, feet free to contact me at tgeorge@mvs.kl2.mi.us. LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF MICHIGAN IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF BARRY Case No. 13-177-CH Hon. Amy L. McDowell US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, TRUSTEE FOR THE STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENTS LOAN TRUST 2005-5, Plaintiffs, v. GARY W. SIMS and JULIANNE MILLER-SIMS Defendant. , ORLANS ASSOCIATES, P.C. By: David M. Dell (P61778) Attorney for Plaintiff US Bank 1650 W. Big Beaver Rd. Troy, Ml 48084 (248)502-1580 , NOTICE OF ACTION To: Gary W. Sims You are being sued in the Barry County Circuit Court by the plaintiff for Trespass, Nuisance and Quiet Title regarding proper­ ty located at 415 Hickory Road West, Battle Creek, Ml. You must file your answer or take other action permitted by law in this court at Barry County Circuit Court at 220 W. State St, Hasting, Ml 49058 on or before August 24, 2013. 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. 06816941 Youth football camp to run three days A Maple Valley youth football camp will be held Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday July 30, 31, and Aug. 1 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the high school practice field. This is a free program to work on preseason skills. For more information con­ tact Jason Murton, 517-204­ 6402. 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The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 06799959 �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, July 20, 2013 — Page 9 Memories of the Past sjs j sjsj s ‘5x> -iss^ SSi SJ>-l »tank ‘^S * *£S* ^■“pt^jjj®*^ ■ £££•. i*k%»® i Si®®* R|k •HetbuBD ; '*W^» I |’iwwta|ntBitit>i 5^W»iil)ai aM^Mtu taiiitaittntM' ri^sratasilm fatau ilifikbfe!<ji(s«Ef! jfcWtetaftttait [pfritiiyi^iBilto ',.l'2 1S* S 3*"i »»W »» »W • ■ Iff >*&** J&s 5%s i* %■; I*1 & 4 »i f- \ $£% K<4 ^1'^1 Literary group is Nashville’s oldest active organization Conversion of the Charles and Agnes Putnam home into Putnam Public Library in 1923 is the most noted of the many civic projects engineered by the Woman’s Literary Club during the organization’s long life in the community. This photo predates that conversion — a task the WLC sought and received from the Nashville Village Council after the Putnams bequeathed their home for a public library. It’s now governed by a board appointed by village and supporting townships. ing Russian tea,” noted the News in reporting the event. One of the earliest record­ ed social affairs hosted by the WLC was also staged at the John and Julia Marshall home on Durkee Street It was the May 1905 Guest Night at which club mem­ bers entertained their hus­ bands. “As guests arrived, they were greeted at the door by a maid in Japanese costume and conducted into the home On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Nashville Woman’s Literary club where the setting was pre­ several past presidents dressed in special garb for a half-century party held at the dominantly Japanese,” Methodist Church Community House. The October 1950 event actually marked the reported the News. A number of the ladies founding of the Bay View Reading Club, from which the WLC evolved in 1902. In addition to the five shown, six other past presidents were honored at the celebration. also wore Japanese cos­ From left are Belle Everts (she was president of the WLC at the time of the Putnam tumes, carrying out the Library project), Lottie Bell, Lillie Vance, Maude Wotring, and Lillie Smith. (Photo by theme ofthe program, Which climaxed a study of the Gladys Miller Richardson) Japanese people and their This Memories ofthe Past the old Bay View Reading culture through recent article by the late Susan Club in which both men and months. Even the menu was Hinckley first appeared in A wellspring of cultural women were involved. In Japanese and the tables were the Maple Valley News, appreciation that flourished fact, early news accounts of decorated in Japanese style.” July 19,1983. throughout the Gay Nineties the Bay View indicate that The ladies continued to was the foundation for more men than women par­ meet regularly for fellowship (Susan Hinckley’s note: Nashville’s Woman’s ticipated in the club’s cultur­ and enlightenment and by Portions of the following Literary Club, the oldest al programs. By 1902, how­ 1907 had published the first story first appeared as a continuously active organi­ ever, the ladies apparently WLC yearbook outlining Memories of the Past pub­ zation in the village today. had taken the upper hand. plans for the upcoming sea­ lished July 18,1979.) The WLC is an offshoot of “There will be a meeting son. Meeting twice monthly Jan. 6 at the home of Mrs. from late September through Henry Roe for the purpose of early May, the women studorganizing a Woman’s ied a variety of lessons cov­ Literary club,” advised the ering history, literature, art, Nashville News Jan. 3, 1902. music and national and “This club is intended for domestic problems. thorough study and all join- Speeches, reading of papers ing will be expected to prepared by members, musi­ become active members and cal offerings and round-table do their share of the work. discussions covered a multi­ The Bay View magazine will tude of subjects. be used as an outline for the “Not what we give, but course of study. All interest­ what we share” was the ed are requested to be pres­ club’s motto. The agenda of ent” the Tuesday afternoon meet­ The Bay View course was ings provided ample oppor­ adopted by the ladies again tunities for members to share in October 1903 when the knowledge with others. WLC was reorganized. A leader was appointed During the following year, for each program. A typical the women studied the life, WLC agenda is seen in a customs, superstitions and Dec. 17, 1907, meeting on literature of a number of “American Women.” countries including Mrs. Margaret Shilling Germany, Belgium, had charge of the event and Denmark and Poland. roll call was answered with In January 1905, the club quotations from author Ella met at the home of Mrs. Julia Wheeler Wilcox. A paper Iram Kraft (seated) and Margaret Sackett (right) wore Marshall for a Russian pro­ entitled “The American elegant costumes of an earlier day for their roles as hos­ gram. woman at home and in busi­ pitality chairman and hostess, respectively, at the “The members enjoyed a ness,” was written and pre­ Golden Anniversary celebration of the Woman’s Literary review of several books on sented by Mrs. Daisy Mrs. Susan Club. With them is Edna Smith, president of the WLC Russia, several numbers of Townsend. when this 1950 photo was taken. (Photo by Gladys great Russian music and Beebe spoke on “The ideas dainty refreshments, includ- of a plain country woman,” Miller Richardson) Lillie Vance and Maude Wotring appear to be attired as Martha and George Washington in this circa 1930s photo. The occasion was very likely a Woman’s Literary Club presentation. In addition to concerns about their own country, the WLC members studied cultures of for­ eign lands and often used native costume and foods to add reality to the lessons. and a paper on “What life means to the American woman,” was prepared and read by Mrs. Daisy Lentz. Open discussion on “The birthright of the American Woman” was led by Mrs. Julia Marshall. A glimpse of WLC pro­ gram agendas since 1907 reflects a chronological saga of American history as well as interest in foreign lands. Concern for America’s problems centering on citi­ zenship, various legislation, education and child welfare predominated WLC studies in the early 1920s, coincid- ing with the women’s newwon right to vote. During the depression years of the early 1930s, WLC programs leaned toward more practical topics of social welfare, conserva­ tion, health, gardening and nutrition. Another reflection of a memorable era is seen in a March 1937 agenda entitled simply “Radio.” The ladies answered roll call by naming their favorite radio program. Musical selections were pop­ ular songs of the day and Continued next page �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, July 20,2013 MEMORIES, continued from previous page talks were given on noted radio personalities such as Lowell Thomas. February 1943 saw the WLC discussing “Our Allies” and “The Axis” as World War II took its toll. Topics considered in January 1945 were infantile paraly­ sis, the Sister Kenny treat­ ment and Warm Springs, Georgia — all relative to the subject of polio. In keeping with the ladies’ increased political awareness of the 1920s, Nashville vil­ lage fathers entrusted the WLC with an awesome responsibility by resolving at a special Jan. 29, 1923 ses­ sion to “give the Woman’s Literary Club the manage­ ment of the Putnam Library” — an obligation the ladies had sought. The council appointed a committee to act jointly with a library board to be appoint­ ed by the literary club presi­ This year’s Crunch Classic in memory of Tony Dunkelberger realized 21 teams at dent. The newly-formed Mulberry Fore Saturday, July 13. Organizers are raising funds for a second scholar­ board was to be responsible ship to go to a senior who plans to major in math. Men who dress in women’s appar­ for “the expenditure of the el tee off from the ladies tees. In their finery (from left) are Jack Semrau, Brian fund created for that purpose Chaffee, Steve Augestine and Pat Kerjes. by terms of the will of the late Mr. and Mrs. C.M. Putnam.” For the untold hours of labor the ladies would devote to readying the library for public opening in September, there was a small token of appreciation from the coun­ cil: It granted unlimited free Eight athletes swept their from Bellevue and Blake Steven Kymes from Dafter, use ofthe library building for age categories by taking gold Paige from Battle Creek. Jarrett Trombley and WLC meetings. in all three wrestling styles With the accomplishment Braxton Parks from Owosso, Typical of the WLC, the folkstyle, freestyle, and of taking gold in all three and Anthonie Taylor from ladies pitched in to complete Greco Roman - in this year’s styles they earn the honor of Grand Rapids. Meijer State Games of Triple Crown winner. 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VERMONTVILLE ■0 IMMEDIATE JOB OPENINGS ON ALL SHIFTS • Grinders • Machinists • Production Assembly • General Laborers • Maintenance — Building & Machine • Production Machine Operators • Welders • Laser Operators § News noted one such event — naming grade school win­ ners in a Music Memory contest arranged by the Woman’s Literacy Club. In the late 1940s, the WLC sponsored an annual speech contest for local students at an evening event staged in the school auditorium. Today, the club’s interest in academic achievement is reflected in annual WLC scholarships awarded to deserving local seniors selected by a ballot of club members after candidates are screened by a committee. Each year the WLC still publishes a club yearbook for the upcoming season, just as it has done since 1907. The booklet lists active, associate and honorary mem­ bers along with an itinerary of planned meetings and an “in memory” roll of deceased members. Names and agendas fill yellowing pages of early WLC yearbooks now in a special collection at Putnam Public Library, and they mir­ ror not only the history of a club but the life of a commu­ nity and nation as well — providing a precious store­ house of memories. 111 H 11111111 I t I H 111I I111 FH From General Maintenance to Performance and Off-Road Parts In-Stock 517-726-1502 131 S. Main St., Vermonville (In the old Hardware Building) Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:30; Sat. 8:30-1:30 Village of Vermontville OPEN POSITIONS Letters of intent now being accepted for the Village of Vermontville Zoning Board of Appeals for 5 open positions. (2) 3 year terms, (2) 2 year terms and (1) one year term. Please submit the letter of intent to: Village of Vermontville PO Box K, Vermontville, Ml 49096. Letters will be accepted until closing of business on Tuesday, August 6, 2013. Letter of intent now being accepted for the Village of Vermontville Planning Commission for one open position. 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Sss: ■S kTJH■ tfltfl‘ kJ■ TH H ‘ Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, July 20,2013 — Page 11 A week full of activities is on the slate at Putnam Library Kicking off another busy summer week at Putnam District Library is a visit from Putnam's favorite story­ teller, Beverly Baron. Families are invited to the library to tend the children's garden and to enjoy stories with Baron on Monday, July 22 at 11 a.m. Summer read­ ing ends Monday, July 29 and the final day to turn in reading totals is Aug. 3. Tuesday evening is the quarterly meeting of the Friends of Putnam District Library. The group invites anyone interested in learning more about the group's mis­ sion and projects to attend the meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the library. Root beer floats will be served. Fun continues on Wednesday from 4 to 6 p.m. and Lego enthusiasts of all ages are welcome. Participants may attempt dif- ferent building challenges and guess the number of Lego blocks in a guessing jar for entries into a prize draw­ ing. Builders of all levels are encouraged to bring cre­ ations from home for a show and tell. Building blocks will be provided. The final block party of the summer will be Saturday, Aug. 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday night is a com­ bined teen and adult book discussion of Jerry Spinelli's, Milkweed. Attendees will receive credit for reading three books instead of one. Dessert and discussion begins at 7 p.m. Visit the library Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday from 3 to 8 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for more infor­ mation. Wk Julia Mater shows what she built using only 2x2 blocks at June’s Lego block party. ’ Keegan Beden wins the “Tallest Tower” challenge at June's Lego block party. 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This bill would workman’s compensation update Michigan's workers would not be enough to compensation statute's allowable funeral expenses cover the funeral expenses. Danielle found out that the to $8,500. Families should burial expenses allowed not have to worry about find­ under workman’s compensa­ ing significant funds in order tion had not been updated to bury their loved one who since 1996 and had a cap of has tragically died on the job. I would like to thank $6,000. This was significant­ ly less than what the current Danielle for her efforts to costs are. Danielle faced not help other families who may a only the unexpected, heart­ experience worksite breaking death of her father tragedy such as hers by advobut also with covering the cating for these types of gap between the funds avail­ changes. able under the workers com­ As always, I welcome pensation statute and the actual cost ofher dad's funer­ your calls at 517-373-0853 or email me at thereal service. 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This is Curth’s final year showing’animals at the Eaton County Fair. Meghan Bignail is a member of the Maple Valley Beefers 4-H club. Meghan is competing in the showmanship class at the Eaton County Fair. (Photo by Christine Terpening) DOBBIN'S Your Local GM Automotive Specialists LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON M79 Our Diagnostic Computer Software is Compatible With All Makes fa Models At the start of the small animal sale Saturday at the Eaton County Fair, Zhanna Reid poses with her Cornish Rock market birds. 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE A Quicker Bock to Your. Active Life. * eAntenbrHip Replacement Pennock. Katie Cheeseman won this grand champion breeder pen trophy at the Eaton County Fair for her Silver Phoenix fancy birds. Bacon and Bits are the names assigned by Iva Weiler to her pigs. Iva poses with the pigs at the Eaton County Fair. 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Pennock vvr Health Services 1009 West Green St., Hastings, Ml 49058 Call 269.945.1749 for your appointment or visit www.pennockhealth.com 8 Andrew Hoyt is a mem­ ber of the Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H club. Hoyt shows this sheep at the Eaton County Fair. (Photo by Christine Terpening) Ben Crane (from left), Andrew Hoyt, Lacey Dean and Katie Cheeseman pose outside the small animal sale Saturday at the Eaton County Fair. Lacey has been in 4-H for 10 years. She is holding a grand champion trophy won for her poultry entry. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-07-27.pdf 4642c99fcc585248ad86da92d9e8948f PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY news' Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 30, July 27, 2013 A local paper oftoday! Vermontville council posts zoning board positions by Shari Carney Staff Writer Gary McDianriid has resigned from the Vermontville zoning board of appeals and from the plan­ ning commission. The coun­ cil learned at the regular meeting held July 11 that all the terms have expired on the zoning board. One appointment for the planning commission is open. President Ruth Wineman said, according to statute, the village is required to have only three members on the planning commission. Five are currently serving, Richard Dunham, Jason Sheridan, trustee; Esther Dunham, Ira Flowers and Charles Viele, trustee. Wineman recommended keeping the number at five. Any council members serv­ ing on the planning commis­ sion must abstain from vot­ ing if an item comes before the council. In other business Nathan Derusha, the village’s infor­ mation technology advisor, recommended a four terabyte case for the backup server. The council approved the purchase of a backup server to $1,200 maximum. Trustee Mark Jorgensen recommended a payment of one half the bill for a total of $1,186.80 be made to Paradigm. The work was for the Safe Route 2 School grant proposal. Jorgensen had met with representatives from Vermontville Township and Maple Valley Schools to resolve the matter and reported neither party is willing to pay the bill. To keep a good relationship with Paradigm the council agreed to offer one half the payment. Trustee Sue Villanueva, in a follow up to Theresa O’Dell’s comment from the June regular meeting, asked for an update on Spring Street. O’Dell had said the street was washing out. Department of Public Works Director Monte O’Dell said the ditch will need to be repaired first. Monte then said he will speak with Trustee Garry Patrick, who was absent from the July 11 meeting, about the best course of action to take whether to gravel, grade or have concrete in place. Patrick is the chairman ofthe streets and drains committee. Villanueva also asked about limiting how many garage sales people may have per year and asked the council to consider moving the village wide garage sale from June to August. The council determined to have the ordinance committee research these requests. Nashville council receives clean audit by Shari Carney Staff Writer Kathy Sheldon of Walker, Fluke & Sheldon presented the 2012-13 audit report at the regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council Thursday, July 11. Council members were pleased to report Sheldon’s announce­ ment of a clean audit for the village. Committee reports were shared by Department of Public Works Director Scott Decker, Clerk Cathy Lentz, and Chief Jerry Schray. Decker said in the written report the crew has been busy with the car show and Mayor Exchange Day. “It was really nice to visit with the good people of Middleville ... ,” said Decker. “I was really impressed with what they have done in their communi­ ty. 1 am confident that we are heading in the right direction ... we will achieve many of our goals for improvements in our town.” Decker went on to say that the possibility of the streetscape project as well as the water and sewer system improvements, the public restrooms, the fishing docks and the additional parking at Putnam Park adds to the appeal of Nashville. “I truly believe the major­ ity of our community looks forward to being a part ofthe positive improvements in Nashville,” said Decker. Lentz reported the village sent out 668 water-sewer bills May, 30 and has received $43,197 in revenue. Schray reported 17 cita­ tions and 24 violations for the month of June. Complaints for May num­ bered 71 with four more in the month of June reaching 75. Since the beginning of the year 352 calls for service have been received and 46 arrests made. Eaton County treasurer pays out $334,000 to local libraries Eaton County Treasurer Bob Robinson announced Monday, July 15, the payment of $334,617.20 to Eaton County libraries. The payout reflects amounts col­ lected from criminal and civil infractions within the county and is. required by law. Checks will be mailed to 11 libraries to benefit township and local residents. The Michigan State Constitution of 1963 requires that all penalties collected for violations of state penal law be divided by court costs, .statutory fees, and penal fines. The penal fines are placed in a library fund to support public libraries and a county law library, as required by Public Act 59 of 1964, Public Act 236 of 1961, and Michigan Compiled Law 600.4851. The Michigan Department of History, Arts and Libraries sends a listing of eligible libraries and their associated population to the Treasurer’s office each year in July. The County Treasurer is then required to pay local libraries their share of total collected fines and interest by Aug. 1. “Prior year payouts have been higher,” said Robinson. “Still, checks range from $6,000 to more than $100,000 to the respective libraries. These amounts are determined by a percentage of county population living in a specific area, which the library agrees to.” For more information about library penal fines and distributions, contact Robinson, at rrobinson@eatoncounty.org, or call, 517-543-4250. Eaton County treasurer provides new way to pay delinquent taxes Kennedy wins highest titles in Barry beef show A steer owned by Dylan Kennedy of Nashville is named the grand champion of the 2013 Barry County Fair beef competition. The steer, which weighed 1,320 pounds, sold for $3.25 a pound to Hastings Orthopedic Clinic. Kennedy also won top honors as the senior beef showman. Eaton County property owners have a new and con­ venient way to make delin­ quent tax payments. Eaton County treasurer, Bob Robinson, announced this month that the treasurer’s office has contracted with Official Payments, a leading provider of electronic pay­ ment solutions, to offer delinquent tax payment pro­ cessing over the Internet through credit card and debit card transaction. Visa, Discover, and MasterCard debit and credit cards will be accepted. This new service offers taxpayers a fast arid efficient way to pay online and reduces manual process­ ing time in the treasurer’s office. “Through a unique part­ nership with Official Payments and BS&A Software, taxpayers can get online, pay, and process their delinquent tax payments instantly, in real time,” said Robinson. “This is part of “This is part of our ongoing work to increase efficiency in the treasurer’s office. It also helps folks avoid last minute additional fees and interest on their past due real property taxes.” Eaton County treasurer, Bob Robinson our ongoing work to increase efficiency in the treasurer’s office. It also helps folks avoid last minute additional fees and interest on their past due real property taxes.” For more information about delinquent tax pay­ ments online, contact Robinson, at rrobinson@eatoncounty.org, or go to www.eatoncountytreasurer.org. In This Issue • Benefits of raw foods to highlight Frugal Living presentation • Callton to host fracking discussion • 161st Barry County Fair is hot, but good • Track club ends its season with Little Lion Meet �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, July 27,2013 Teens stay connected at Putnam Kenneth Meade NASHVILLE, MI Kenneth (Ken) Meade, age 64, ofNashville passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 21, 2013 at Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital in Frankfort. Kenneth was bom in Flint, on February 20, 1949, the son of the late Kenneth and Betty (Hosmer) Meade. Ken spent his younger years in the Detroit area, but moved to the Nashville area with his family in 1960 where he attended local schools gradu­ ating from Maple Valley High School. In 1967 he married Connie (Huckendubler) and the cou­ ple had three children, Tim Brownelle, Kenneth F. (Tammy) Meade III, and Richard (Shawnda) James Meade. In 1999 Ken was married to Sharon Belson in Hawaii. Ken was employed as a powertrain supervisor for General Motors in the Lansing Assembly Plant for 35 years until he retired in 2001. Ken loved being outdoors especially near the water where he spent his spare time scuba diving, sailing, and white water rafting. Along with his wife, Ken enjoyed spending time in Hawaii, where he could be close to the ocean and take advantage of the beautiful golf courses. Ken loved sports and over the years was very active with his childrens activities coaching their sports teams and serving as Cub Scout/ Boy Scout leader. This con­ tinued as his grandchildren began to participate in sports, Ken rarely missed an oppor­ tunity to watch them play. He is survived by his wife, Sharon; his sons, Tim Brownell, Kenneth F. (Tammy) Meade III, and Richard (Shawnda) James Own the Night is hosted every other week at Putnam District Library. From 5 to 8 p.m. on alternating Mondays, teens going into grades six Meade; two stepdaughters, and up are invited to hang Pamela (Glenn) Godbey and out, use the library's technol­ Marcia (Brain) Culhane; two ogy, and participate in vari­ stepsons, Kenneth (Mary) ous activities. The last Own the Night Bishop and Randy (Terresa) Bishop; two sisters, Vickie for the summer is slated for (Richard) Hildebrand and Monday, July 29. The night Pam (Ken) Danner; his will feature water games and brother, Mike (Dawn) attendees are encouraged to Meade; 10 step grandchil­ wear clothes to get wet in. A dren; eight grandchildren; back to school photo scav­ six step great grandchildren; enger hunt is being planned and five great grandchildren, for August Among several of the Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home team building games at the in Nashville, on Wednesday, July 8 Own the Night was July 24, 2013, with Pastor The Human Knot which the group opted to try at the end Don Roscoe officiating. Memorial contributions ofthe night as well. While looking through can be made to Barry older editions of the Maple Community Hospice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net Shirley was bom in Nashville, on March 10, 1935, the son of the late Sidney and Iva (Kidder) Stanton. He was raised in the VERMONTVILLE FARMER’S MARKET Vermontville Farmer’s Market in the park every Saturday 9 a.m.-l p.m. with fresh produce and baked goods, including tomatoes, sweet corn & blueberries. Nashville area and attended W.K. Kellogg High School. On November 27, 1965 he married Sharon (Law, Mapes). Shirley worked at A&E in Charlotte and Hastings Manufacturing for 30 years before retiring in 1996. . He enjoyed old cars and collecting old tools. He loved being outdoors, hunting, fishing, and working with his. family on the farm. He was also a member of the Hastings Moose Lodge. Shirley is survived by Sharon Stanton; a daughter, Renita (Alex) Napier; and a son, Jeffery Stanton; two stepsons, Lewis and Ronald Mapes; a sister, Marilyn (Bill) Olmstead; six grand­ daughters; two step grand­ sons and one step grand­ daughter; and two great granddaughters. The family received- visi­ tors at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, on Monday, July 22, 2013. Interment will be held pri­ vately at the Wilcox Cemetery. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net D$NIEW '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 W (517)852-9712 06815650 Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager Valley News at the July 15th Own the Night, AJ Thornton discovered that his classmate Jared Mater was the first baby bom in Barry County in 2001. The July 15th Own the Night was a birthday party for Putnam District Library's 90th anniversary. Here, Molly Walker, tries Pin the Mustache on Mr. Putnam. Benefits of raw foods to highlight Thursday Frugal Living presentation rants. She also met and worked with leading vegan and raw foods chefs. The focus of Thursday’s gathering will be on eating well by eating raw -foods. Offering a unique perspec­ tive oh why farm markets, family and community meals and eating close to the plant source are better for our bod­ ies, minds and communities, Shirley L. Stanton NASHVILLE, MI Mr. Shirley L. Stanton, age 78, of Nashville passed away unex­ pectedly on Thursday, July 18, 2013 at his Maple Grove farm. Audrey Reid and Grade Hiliriski enjoy s'mores at the July 8. Own the Night Bonfire. Nicole Renee will speak at the next Frugal Living Exchange program. Nicole Renee knows good food inside and out. Thursday, the Barry County resident and world traveler will address the Frugal Living Exchange meeting at the Putnam District Library from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. A former spokesperson and corporate affairs cam­ paigner, Renee visited some of the largest food corpora­ tions to speak for animals and she heard from others advocating for children, workers and our environ­ ment. 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Cold Menu Monday; July 29 Italian pasta salad, carrot raisin salad, applesauce, 517-726-0377 . 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Uc. 11748 4J0M66 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66, Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 • 616-374-1200 www.m66tire.com • • • » New & Used Tires Brakes • Batteries Tune-Ups Mufflers • Oil Changes • Struts • Shocks • Diagnostic Services • Engine Repair 15% Off FABRICS Excludes sale items. Sale ends Aug. 3, 2013 New Collection... Garden of Dreams*from Kona Bay QUESTIONS: ASK US... 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. 08817987 | H11M fiteanen Pick-Up Station | AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAt LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s. love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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. 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 Morning Worship............................... 11 Evening Worship................................. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .......... .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. 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 School 10: 00............................... Church Service 11: 00 Fellowship crackers. Tuesday, July 30 Peanut butter andjelly, pea and cheese salad, citrus sec­ tions, English muffin. Wednesday, July 31 Cottage cheese, summer com salad, Mandarin oranges, roll. Thursday, Ajig. 1 Oriental chicken pasta, coleslaw, diced peaches, cookie. Friday, Aug. 2 Sliced ham with Swiss cheese, creamy cucumber salad, tropical fruit, bun. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, July 29 Lemon chicken, wild rice, peas, asparagus, cinnamon applesauce. Tuesday, July 30 Chicken tenders, au gratin potatoes, vegetable blend, orange, cookie. Wednesday, July 31 Hamburger, broccoli, hash brown cubes, banana, bun. Thursday, Aug. 1 Roast pork with gravy, stuffing, sweet potatoes, cab­ bage, fruit punch. Friday, Aug. 2 BBQ chicken thigh, spinach, potato salad, fruit crisp, granola bar. Activities Calendar Monday, July 29 Hastings: Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; TV Strings; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; PATH Class 1, 3:30 p.m. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, July 30 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m. Leave for Chicago. Thursday, Aug. 1 Hastings: Music with Celia 10:30; Delton: Puzzles/ Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, Aug. 2 - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Sing-A­ Long; Visiting. GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration....9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership -Training . PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org Farmers help our communities and our economy Agriculture took front and center last week as I attended the Ag Expo at Michigan State University and the Farmer's Market on the Capitol lawn. I also intro­ duced a bill and a resolution focusing on agriculture. MSU's Ag Expo show­ cased the latest in modem technology and agri-science development. Michigan's Farmers' Market Day on the Capitol lawn highlighted the importance of agriculture in our communities. My bill and a resolution support agri­ culture by focusing on our products and our farmers’ markets. Farmers' markets are spe­ cial because they foster per­ sonal relationships between buyers and sellers, communi- CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events July 30 Aug. 1 Aug. 3 Aug. 4 Aug. 7 Aug. 13 KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship................................. 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road . (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School................................. 10 A.M. Service................................ 11:15 P.M. Service........................................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY Culinary Arts Classes to start Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center 4-H State Shoot, Centerline of Calhoun, Inc. Open Speed Horse show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m. Expo Center Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a A.M. Service...................................... 11 P.M. Service........ .................... 6 Wed. Service ..... ........... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . 517-726-0526 . Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. . Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. ties and farmers. They also promote healthy living and provide individuals and their families with a wide variety ofdelicious, nutritious foods. My resolution designates July 22 to 28 as Michigan Farmers' Market Week. It highlights our neighborhood farmers' markets and the importance of buying local. Our state has more than 300 farmers' markets and more are opening every day. My bill, House Bill 4919, will require the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development to establish a "Buy Michigan First" program. This will encourage government agen­ cies in our communities to buy farm products grown, processed or manufactured Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 M-79 West W.orship . 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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. m. m PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone-517-852-1993 m.. IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors NEWEST CITIZEN Emmalee Grace Harwood, bom at Bronson Hospital in Battle Creek on July 9, 2013 at 8:18 a.m. to Richard and Kelly Harwood ofNash-ville. Weighing 8 lbs. 9 ozs. and 19 inches long. Welcomed home by big brothers, Jakob, age 9, Mikey, age 4 and Grant, age 1. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass...................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................... 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ........6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE in Michigan. Local govern­ ments, universities, colleges, schools, manufacturers and retailers buying local would be a huge boost to farmers and our local economies. The "Buy Michigan First" brand would hopefully become as recognizable, and meaning­ ful, as "Pure Michigan." Farming involves expertise with scientific equipment and methods, back breaking work and total care for the product being grown. Please join me in showing appreciation for all that our local farmers do for our economy, our communi­ ties and for our families' health and well-being. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .. .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship..................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517)852-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 am. ■ United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 4 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, July 27,2013 161st Barry County Fair is hot, but good by Julie Makarewicz Staff Writer This summer’s sudden heat wave couldn’t have come at a worse time for the Barry County Fair. Fair Board President Dennis Redman said atten­ dance was definitely down this year, although official numbers aren’t available yet. “It’s just hard to get peo­ ple to come out to the fair when it’s that hot,” he said. He noted that despite the soaring heat, nightly grand­ stand events were popular, including the demolition derby, autocross, motocross and rodeo. And overall, he said it was a very good fair. “There’s nothing you can do about the weather,” said Redman. “It was just bad timing. This week’s weather is perfect, and the week before fair was nice. We just happened to hit that one Continued next page EW NG CLOSED GARDEN CENTER Au9-®-19 25%& landscape $5 OFFa I in stock Trees & Shrubs $6 Each Perennials stock Baskets 5715 South M-66, Nashville • 517-852-1864 Hours: Tues. - Fri. 8:30 - 6:00; Sat 8:30 - 5:00 EwingLandscaping@yahoo.com 06817935 Garret Mater of Nashville shows one of nearly 340 hogs exhibited and sold at the 2013 Barry County Fair. Mater took reserve champion barrow in the swine com­ petition. 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Classes begin September 9th Alan Mater (left) of Nashville, superintendent of the sheep project area, weighs in market lambs Sunday evening, July 15. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, July 27,2013 — Page 5 The weather was steamy and at times the sky was stormy, as in this photo taken over the midway Monday evening, July 15. (Photo by Kathy Maurer) Vermontville team competes in state draft horse championship John Cripe of Vermontville, with his team of horses, Mike and Bob, finishes in the top 10 at the State Heavyweight Championship Horse Pull at the Barry County Fair July 14. The team reached the 8,000-pound level. Cripe’s brother, Jim, of Goetzville, which is in the eastern Upper Peninsula, finished not far behind with his pair of Percherons, Dan and Bill. The top three teams were from Reed City, Cassopolis and Jonesville. (Photo by Wendy Landes) classify it as a “good fair.” “We had a lot of neat things going on — the Animal Oasis and the pole vault competition. Farmer John is always popular with the kids, and the birthing tent is always a great place for people to visit. We’ll just hope the weather is a little better for us next year.” Shelby Anderson (right), a 2013 Maple Valley graduate, helps Jacob Parish (left) sell his pen of, three fryer chickens in the small animal livestock sale Thursday evening. From previous page week.” He said every effort was made to keep visitors, exhibitors and the livestock as comfortable as possible throughout the week. The emergency services cooling tent provided a welcome blast of cool air and place to get out of the searing sun for awhile. Water was available throughout the grounds, and emergency personnel were on hand to assist anyone feeling uncomfortable because of the heat. Industrial-sized fans have been mounted in most of the livestock bams to keep air circulating and help cool the animals. The bams were some of the coolest places to be. “If the kids got hot and cranky, parents were telling them to go cool off in the bams,” said Redman. There were also several misting hoses set up where a light mist provided a cooling relief as visitors walked by. Kids who stayed long enough under the mists found themselves soaked with refreshing cool water. A new covered section added recently to the south side of the show arena pro­ vided another area of shade for visitors to watch live­ stock shows and for animals and competitors to wait their turn in the show arena out of the sun. Redman said he heard several favorable com­ ments about that addition. 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State in Nashville 517-852-0882 Mon. thru Sat. 7:30 am to 5:30 pm �Page 6 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, July 27,2013 The Thornapple, a river for all seasons Nashville’s Thornapple River dam was kept in repair by those who profited most from the millpond it created, including local icemen, with the village also “chipping in.” In the spring, dip net fishermen reaped a rich harvest along the banks below the dam. During the summer, that same area was an idyllic spot for relaxing. This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley was published in the Maple Valley News July 26, 1983. Hinckley noted that some portions of the article first appeared as a Memories of the Past pub­ lished Aug. 8, 1979. As it flows through Nashville, the Thomapple has truly been a river for all seasons. Trappers, fisher­ men, millers, icemen, boaters, swimmers, skaters and even “sinners” made early use of its waters — tracing a course of history as colorful as the meandering stream. Winter activities on the river were recorded by the Nashville News less than three months after its initial publication in 1873. “Jesse Austin set a trap on the banks of the millpond and was rewarded by catch­ ing a nice large black otter, a scarce animal in this locali­ ty,” editor-publisher Orno Strong told his readers in December. Other early winter activi­ ties on the river are reflected in a December 1880 report: “The Thomapple River is solidly frozen over and is an exceedingly busy place, patronized by small boys with skates attached to their feet and older characters with fishing tackle.” The writer also noted that “some very fine large pike have been pulled through the ice.” An important winter har­ vest on the river was ice which was cut and stored in Village of Vermontville OPEN POSITIONS Letters of intent now being accepted for the Village of Vermontville Zoning Board of Appeals for 5 open positions. (2) 3 year terms, (2) 2 year terms and (1) one year term. Please submit the letter of intent to: Village of Vermontville PO Box K, Vermontville, Ml 49096. Letters will be accepted until closing of business on Tuesday, August 6, 2013. Letter of intent now being accepted for the Village of Vermontville Planning Commission for one open position. 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From left in the about 1910 photo are Martin Come summer, river activity really flourished Graham, Kent Nelson, Harry Williams and Carl Lentz (a nephew of the village presiwith fishermen trolling for dent). pickerel and turtle-trappers are said to make the trip very recounted one such incident no legal claim for remunera­ hauling in the seasonal har­ comfortable.” that reached the ears of vil­ tion. However, they awarded vest. The writer added this lage fathers. him 75 cents.” The year 1906 brought a astute observation: “Reason “Sam Durkee appeared On occasion,, occasion, village temporary slack in the crop, for lack ofaction in this local before the village council fathers also became involved according to this August industry is said to be lack of Monday evening with a in controlling uses of the report in the News: “Last turtles, and one wonders if claim for $7.50 for collecting Thomapple. One such inci­ year, a great many turtles there is not also a lack oftur­ and disposing of dead fish dent may have bordered on were shipped from this tle soup in Pittsburgh.” floating on the millpond scandalous at the time. In July place, while this year, nary Adventure and commerce recently, when the hot 1904, village president L.E. few have been shipped. They notwithstanding, summer weather killed the finny pop­ Lentz issued the following are caught in traps in the also brought woes to some ulation by the hundreds for a admonition in the News: river here, packed in barrels alongg the banks of the day ay or so. Thee village vage fathers aers “Parties who have been mak­ and shipped to Pittsburgh, Thomapple — at least to decided Sam performed the ing a practice ofbathing at the where they form the chief E.D. Williams, as evidenced service on his own initiative, river bridge without bathing ingredient of soup served at in this “Notice to Fishers” he without being properly com­ suits are hereby warned and hotels and restaurants. The published in the News in missioned by the municipal notified to stop this practice, turtles are shipped alive and June 1898: authorities and therefore has Continued next page “People coming in the river near my premises will PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: please bring bait, lines and All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act poles, as my supply of fish­ and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which ing tackle and bait is used up,collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ tools for digging bait lost or VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS nation based on race, color, religion, sex, stolen, my time occupied handicap, familial status, national origin, ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2013-1 age or martial status, or an intention, to filling up holes made by peo­ You are hereby notified of the adoption of Vermontville Township make any such preference, limitation or Ordinance No. 2013-1, Cemetery Use and Maintenance. ple digging for bait or trying discrimination.” Familial status includes Ordinance No. 2013-1 contains definitions of cemetery lots and children under the age of 18 living with to keep my fences and yards parents or legal custodians, pregnant burial spaces, sale of lots or burial spaces, purchase price and women and people securing custody of in repair and therefore can­ transfer fees, grave opening charges, internment regulations, children under 18. not find time to wait on all markers, monuments or memorials, grounds maintenance, dis­ This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate and my means are too limit­ claimer of Township liability and responsibility, forfeiture of which is in violation of the law. Our vacant cemetery lots or burial spaces, repurchase of lots or bur­ ed to furnish free fishing readers are hereby informed that all ial spaces, records, hours, authority of the Township to remove dwellings advertised in this newspaper tackle to the public or to hire are available on an equal opportunity unauthorized or unlawful items, reservation of rights, authority of a hand to dig bait.” basis. To report discrimination call the the Sexton and penalties pertaining to the Vermontville Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. Nature as well as man Township Woodlawn Cemetery. The HUD toll-free telephone number for occasionally played havoc the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. A copy of Ordinance No. 2013-1 is available at the Township on the Thomapple in the Office, 120 E. First st., Vermontville, Ml 49096. intensity of summer heat. In 06817993 Vermontville Township Board 06799959 August 1878, the News NOTICE �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, July 27, 2013 — Page 7 MEMORIES, continued from previous page otherwise the village authori­ ties will prosecute all such vio­ lation of the ordinance pro­ hibiting such practices.” Boating was another popu­ lar summer activity that drew early Nashville residents to the river, though many opted to pursue that recreation on Thomapple Lake, instead. Those on the lake frequent­ ly headed upstream in their craft — a practice which apparently exasperated a News writer in June 1881: “The question before the assembly today is as follows: Why is it that the majority of young folks who go boating on Thomapple Lake row up the river, where the mosquitoes, it is said, will suck the life blood out of a mortal in just 61 minutes?” In the summer, youths were drawn to the cooling waters of the Thomapple River. Here, a plunge into clear water is caught by the camera in this 1920s photo, while envious young admirers look on. Another swim­ mer scales the skeletal iron-work of Nashville’s 1899 river bridge to reach the diving perch where only the bravest dared venture. A site below the dam, near the old Riverside ball park, was another favorite swimming hole of early Nashville youths. Callton to host fracking discussion State Rep. Mike Callton is inviting area residents to a town hall-style meeting Monday, July 29, to discuss the process and use of frack­ ing in Michigan, as well as environmental concerns to be considered. Callton, R-Nashville, will be joined by representatives from Michigan Oil and Gas Producers, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality and the Michigan Environmental Council. The meeting is free and open to the public and will run from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Barry County Commissioh on Aging, 320 W. Woodlawn GIVE THE GIFT OF NEWS! Buy your loved one a subscription to the best source of news covering Barry County! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. Ave. in Hastings. The panel will speak about the history of fracking and its current utilization for provid­ ing natural gas. Comments and questions from the audience will be encouraged. LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF MICHIGAN IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF BARRY Case No. 13-177-CH Hon. Amy L. McDowell US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, TRUSTEE FOR THE STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENTS LOAN TRUST 2005-5, Plaintiffs, v. GARY W. SIMS and JULIANNE MILLER-SIMS Defendant. , ORLANS ASSOCIATES, P.C. By: David M. Dell (P61778) Attorney for Plaintiff US Bank 1650 W. Big Beaver Rd. Troy, Ml 48084 (248)502-1580 ; NOTICE OF ACTION To: Gary W. Sims You are being sued in the Barry County Circuit Court by the plaintiff for Trespass, Nuisance and Quiet Title regarding proper­ ty located at 415 Hickory Road West, Battle Creek, Ml. You must file your answer or take other action permitted by law in this court at Barry County Circuit Court at 220 W. State St, Hasting, Ml 49058 on or before August 24, 2013. 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. osaiesAi If pesky insects weren’t enough to worry the reporter, by August 1903, the News was fretting over a potential health hazard lurking at the millpond. “We believe* the people of Nashville within a few years will insist that the upper millpond be drained and the land dried up and reclaimed,” predicted the writer. “It is extremely fortunate that some serious epidemic has not already struck the village and the reason, most likely, is that prevailing winds are from the south-west and thus blow* the disease germs from the stagnant water the other direction.” Eighty years later, the millpond remains with no dire effects despite the gloomy forecast by the News. Over the years, the dam creating the millpond has been maintained to preserve the backlog of water originally designed to power turbines at mills that were the mainstay of Nashville’s early industry. Often, repair work on the dam was done by those LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF MICHIGAN 5TH CIRCUIT COURT MOTION, VERIFICATION AND ORDER FOR ALTERNATE SERVICE CASE NUMBER 13-177-CH Court Address 220 W. State St., Hastings, Ml 49058 Court Phone Number (269) 948-4814 Plaintiff U.S. Bank National Association, Trustee For The Structured Asset Investments Loan Trust 2005-5 David Dell Orlans Associates P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 vs. Defendant NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on July 25,2007, by Vaughn R. Dingledine Sr. Gary W Sims 399 W. Hickory Rd. Battle Creek, Ml 49017 1. Service of Process upon Gary W. Sims cannot reasonably be made as otherwise provided in MCR 2.105, as shown in the following Verification of Process Server. 2. Defendant’s last known home or business address is: 399 W. Hickory Rd., Battle Creek, Ml 49017. . Verification of Process Server . Attempts have been made to serve this Defendant as described below: 04-04-13 12:55 PM - Adult female occupant denies residency of defendant. Requested postal verification. (Co-defendant (wife) states the defendant lives in Tennessee,, however still receives mail.) 04-06-13 2:40 PM - No one home.Posted Notice of Pending Action. Requested postal verifi­ cation. 04-11-13 7:30 AM - No one home. Posted 2nd business card with instructions for the defen­ dant to call and arrange for serv­ ice. Postal inquiry reveals defen­ dant continues to receive mail as addressed. 04-13-13 7:25 PM Adult female occupant denies residen­ cy of defendant stating he lives in Tennessee. Neighbor confirmed this. I declare that the statements above are true to the best of my knowledge, information and belief. Date: 4-22/2013 Kenneth M. Cote Motion for Alternate Service 3. I request the court order service by alternate means. Date: 5-23-13 David Dell P61778 Order for Alternate Service THE COURT FINDS: 1. Service of process upon Defendant, Gary W. Sims cannot reasonably be made as provided in MCR 2.105, and service of process may be made in a man­ ner which is reasonably calculat­ ed to give Defendant actual notice of the proceedings and an opportunity to be heard. IT IS ORDERED THAT: 2. Service regarding the above entitled matter and a copy of this order may be made by the follow­ ing methods: A. FirSt class mail w/proof of mailing to: Gary W. Sims, 399 W. Hickory Rd., Battle Creek, Ml 49017 D. Other: Publication. Date: 6/5/13 Judge Amy L. McDowell 06816937 (a/k/a Vaughn Dingledine) and Margaret Dingledine, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on July 30,2007, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 20070730-0000293, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated September 19, 2012, recorded on October 4,2012, in Instrument Number 2012-005330, Bany County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Thirty-Five Thousand One Hundred FiftyOne and 42/100 Dollars ($35,151.42); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, August 22,2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF HOPE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Lot 88 of Steven’s Wooded Acres #2, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 60, Hope Township. Also including a 1965 Parkwood Manufactured Home with Affidavit of Affixture of Manufactured Home recorded August 29, 2005, Document No. 1151818, Barry County Records. Commonly known address: 6439 Woods Trail Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046 ID Parcel "Number: 08-07-310-088-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: July 12, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COM­ MERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attdrneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (07-20)(08-10) 06817240 who profited at least in some way from its existence. “The dam is being repaired and rebuilt, noted the News in November 1905, “the work’ and expense being shared by ice men, cold storage men and the village, the latter chipping in $25 toward the cost.” Perhaps the most colorful use of the tributary, however, had little to do with leisure or livelihood. “Sunday saw another crowd of people baptized in the river,” observed the News in July 1878. “Let the good work continue, and soon there will not be a sinner left in Nashville.” LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, OR IF YOU ARE A DEPENDANT OF AN ACTIVE SERVICE MEMBER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400 AS YOU MAY BE ENTITLED TO THE BENEFITS OF THE SERVICEMEMBERS' CIVIL RELIEF ACT. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Diane L. Jenkins, individual, to CitiMortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, dated April 25, 2005 and record­ ed May 13, 2005 in Instrument Number 1146459, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty Thousand Seven Hundred Six and 16/100 Dollars ($80,706.16) including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said. mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on 08/22/2013. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: u.:. That part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 25, and that part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 24, all in Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Beginning at the Northeast corner of the West 1/2 of said Northwest 1/4; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes West 231.00 feet along the North line of said Northwest 1/4; thence South 0 degrees 30 minutes West 290.50 feet parallel with the East line of the West 1/2 of said Northwest 1/4; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes West 150.00 feet; thence North 0 degrees 30 minutes East 290.50 feet; thence North 21 degrees 03 minutes East 143.30 feet; thence South 68 degrees 57 minutes East 177.23 feet along the centerline of state road; thence Southeasterly 171.25 feet along a 1050.00 foot radius curve to the left, the long chord bearing South 73 degrees 37 minutes East 171.06 feet; thence South 0 degrees 00 minutes West 21.83 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to a right of way for State Road over the Northeasterly 33.0 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be b months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, 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. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ erty, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 20, 2013 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007-5041 File No. 671.1799 (07-20)(08-10) 06817365 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on April 30, 2008, by Robert L. Smith and Lacey M. Sanders-Smith, hus­ band and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on May 12, 2008, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 20080512-0005095, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated June 20, 2011, recorded on June 29, 2011, in Instrument Number 201106290006395, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Seven Thousand One Hundred Sixty-Six and 02/100 Dollars ($127,166.02); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having..tteen.instituted,to. recover the debt'or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, August 8, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Unit 12, Red Oak Estates Condominium, a Condominium established by Master Deed, recorded in Document No. 1136354, Barry County Records, and being des­ ignated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 41, as amended, with rights in the general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in the Master Deed as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1978, as amended, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan. Commonly known address: 192 Jambrial Drive, Hastings, Michigan 49058 Parcel ID Number: 08-04-098-012-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, ih which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: June 24, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COM­ MERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (07-06)(07-27) 06817214 �pqp 8 — Juft Say *Aa MvertMd in the Maple /alley News' Saturday. July 27.2013 Track club ends its season with Little Lion Meet The little Lions were read) to put what they'd learned into action on Monday. The Maple Valley Track Club hosted its Little Liom Meet Monday, following a summer filled with Monday night training sessions Youngsters competed in sprints, distance races, hur diet, throws, and jumps dur mg the competition at the Maple Valley Jr/Sr High Scbool track 2013 Little Lions Meet Results 5-and-undcr Female Mik I. Isabel Emerick; 2. Macky nzic Reed 400-meter run I Isabel Emerick, 2:13.7; 2. Macky nzic Reed, 2:35.3. 70-meter run - 1. Taylor Carpenter 17.7; 2 Madison Trowbridge. 21.5. 55-meter hurdles I Taylor Carpenter 15.6; 2. Madison Trowbridge. 30.9. Soft ball throw -I. Macky nzie Reed. 19-6; 2. Isabel Emerick, 15-10. Frisbee throw — I Madison Trowbridge J 7-6. Ixmg jump - I. Taylor Carpenter 5-8; 2. Mackynzie Reed. 4-2; 3. Madison Trowbridge. 3-9. Pole vault — 1. Taylor Carpenter. 5-and-under Male 400-meter run — I. Reid Rosin, 2:48.6. 70-meter run - 1. Robert Schilz, J 7.0; 2. Jackson Burpee, 19.0; 3. Gideon Scott, 20.5. 55-meter hurdles 1. Robert Schilz, 15.1; 2. Gage Bailey, 16.6; 3. Gideon Scott, 19.1. Softball throw — J. Jackson Burpee, 35-8; 2. Gideon Scott, 35-1; 3. Robert Schilz, 32-9. Frisbee throw — I. Gideon Scott, 50-3; 2 Jackson Burpee, 34-9; 3. Zeke Carney 7-9. Long jump -- I. Kenny Lincoln, 6-4; 2. Cruize Rathbum, 55; 3. Robert BOBB IN'S CaOcMbP&LEcToE AUTO SERVICE CENTER Your Local GM Automotive Specialists LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTWfcS OH Osar Computer Software it CompotfMe With All Makes ft Model* 24 HOUR TOWINC SERVICE AVAILABLE Schilz, 5-2. Pole vault 1. Robert Schilz: 2. Kenny Lincoln: 3. Gage Bailey. High jump — 1. Cruize Rathbum; 2. Robert Schilz. 6&7 Female 70-meter run — 1. Lilly Faurot. 13.8; 2. Haylie Farr, 14.4; 3. Molly Lincoln, 14.7. 55-meter hurdles 1. Lilly Faurot, 13.5; 2. Haylie Farr, 13.7; 3. Molly Lincoln 13.9. Softball throw 1. Ali Mater, 35-2; 2. Haylie Farr, 30-4; 3. Molly Lincoln, 27-4. Frisbee throw 1. Lilly Faurot, 61-1; 2. Haylie Farr, 39- 9; 3. Molly Lincoln, 23-1. Long Jump — 1. Ali Mater, 5-7. Pole vault -- 1. Molly Lincoln; 2. Lilly Faurot. High jump — 1. Ali Mater. 6A7Mah Mik -- 1. Luke Hopkins; 2. Camden Carpenter. 400-meter run -- 1. Alex Nelson, 1:40.7; 2. Camden Carpenter, 1:45.7; 3. Jim Wiggs, 1:51.0. 70-meter run -1. Camden Carpenter, 14.5; 2. Brody Trowbridge, 16.7. 55-meter hurdles I. Chase Rathbum, 13.1; 2. Luke Hopkins, 13.2; 3. Alex Nelson, 13.5. Softball throw I. Alex Nelson, 66-6; 2. Jim Wiggs, 45-2; 3. Owen McGlocklin, 40- 3. Frisbee throw — 1. Chase Rathbum, 63-10; 2. Owen McGlocklin, 52-3; 3. Brody Socialized Staffing: 5.222": 8"; Black:06818006 WAREHOUSE LABOR - SPARTAN MOTORS Position in Charlotte. MI - Full Time, potential temp to hire Seeking shipping and general warehouse experience. The hours will be from 10:00am - 6:30pm, Monday through Friday, No Felonies Must be able to pass drug screen • ONLY looking for dependable applicants Please apply in person with Specialized Staffing Solutions on July 30,2013 al the Charlotte MiWorks at 1130am. 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Two new faces in town by Shari Carney StaffWriter Envy Salon and Step N’Time Dance Studio, both owned by Kimberly Rodriguez, have received facelifts as a result of a Michigan Historic Facade Grant. Cabral Construction of Hastings has wrapped up the project in time to mark the 10 year anniversary of the two businesses. Rodriguez is busily work­ ing to finish interior design elements including a revamped salon with a wait­ ing area for guests. Three stylists, Teri Knoll, Rodriguez’s sister-in-law, Amy Wilkes, and Lynzie Smith are excited about the new look. “We’ve really grown,” said Knoll who has been with Rodriguez since the establishment’s inception. “The clients really like it. They look around and say ‘Oh my gosh, this is amaz­ ing.’” To help everyone stay on task is receptionist Brigette Mattocks. In addition to all things hair, the salon offers manicures, pedicures, wax­ ing,. tanning and products from lines such as Aguage, Kenra and Circle of Friends for kids. The entrance to the salon is in the back behind Step N’ Time where ample free park­ ing is available. A revamped waiting area with refreshments at the ready is just inside the entrance doorway. All of Main Street in Nashville is undergoing a transformation with the new facades at Courtside Screenprinting & Embroidery and the remod­ eling of both Green Light Driving School and, most recently, Step N’ Time. A surprise find oftwo hid­ den pillars changed the orig­ inal concept and entry to the dance studio. Keeping with the Italianate style the discov­ ered pillars are now the focal See NEW FACES, pg. 2 Boards are all that remain of the windows removed from Step N’ Time Dance Studio on Main Street in Nashville. The studio has just had a facade facelift. This pic­ ture was taken earlier in the spring. Construction on Main Street is welcome sight A new Dollar General is rising up in the lot adjacent to the existing store in Nashville, said Kelsey Layer from the corporate headquarters in Goodlettsville, Tenn. The new store is expected to open in the fall and will house 7,200 square feet of merchandise. The new store address is 304 Main St., Nashville. Lakeview Cemetery receives tender loving care by Shari Carney StaffWriter A tranquil scene greets visitors to Lakeview Cemetery located on East Street in Nashville. The cemetery has a chapel, mau­ soleum, garden and unique headstones. Maple trees offer a canopy offering shade to hundreds of plots. The Teen Smith Memorial Chapel was built in 1958 and refurbished in 2009. The chapel was a bequest from Daniel Smith who died in 1934. It was built in memory of his wife Sylvia (Teen) Smith who died in 1908: The chapel had become a storage area but concerned citizens in 2009 helped to build a pole bam to house the equipment, thus restoring the chapel to its original pur­ pose. Sandra Lundquist serves on the cemetery board. Lundquist is often at the cemetery pulling weeds, sweepingg and landscaping. Bonnie Hanford helps “I will paint, I just can’t get up on a ladder,” said Lundquist who said a group is planning to volunteer some time to paint during the United Way National Day of Caring. Last year, the organ­ ization sent crews to clean headstones. A tour of some of the more unique headstones includes one in the shape of a tree trunk. It marks the graves of Chancey House and his wife, Mary M. Chancey lived from 1829 to 1908, Mary from 1834 to 1902. The stone is in the front row of the cemetery and faces East Street. Next to Chancey is a mon­ ument with a stone violin resting on the top. This is the marker of A. E. House who lived from 1857 to 1898. Farther south, still in the See CEMETEItf, In This Issue Brandon Henion, the grandson of Sandra Lundquist, takes a moment to reflect in the Teen Smith Memorial Chapel at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Lundquist with scrubbing stones. “When I die this is where I want the service,” said Lundquist of the chapel. Lundquist has many fami­ ly members interred at Lakeview Cemetery and decided several years ago to volunteer in the upkeep. “It was a terrible mess,” said Lundquist who was quick to add the past several years have seen some great improvements. Scott Decker and the current Department of Public Works staff have been very helpful clarified Lundquist. “Larry Filter has been vol­ untarily mowing for six or seven years now,” said Lundquist. A new roof and new front doors were updated recently and plans are in place to paint the chapel this year. • Residents can learn about proposed countywide recycling program • Scenes from Vermontville’s past • Great turnout for 2nd alumni game • Eaton Parks meeting in Bellevue Wednesday • Eddie, Eddie, Eddie and Eddie visit Vermontville library 6 �Page 2 — Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, August 3,2013 NEW FACES, continued from page 1 Envy Salon staff (seated from left) Amy Wilkes, Brigette Mattocks and Teri Knoll Standing at the bar on refinished hardwood flooring from the Step N’ Time Dance are joined by Lynzie Walker and owner Kimberly Rodriguez in the revamped waiting Studio are (from left) owner, Kimberly Rodriguez, Britney Page, Barbara Cotton, Amy area of Envy Salon. The salon offers a variety of products and services including tan­ Fisher, Angie Walker, and Giana Rodriguez. ning, waxing, manicures and pedicures, hair color and stylings. point of the entry where a brick walk leads to the door, A large chandelier suspends from above to light the path. Unique 66 Antiques Antiques, Collectibles & Crafts 220 N. Main St., Nashville www.66uniqueantiques.weebly.com J top tn and try our $1.99 Home Cookin' / Jack & Judy’s^ r BREAKFAST SPECIALS Country S Kettle Cafe $3.95 Without the grant, it would not have been afford­ able to restore the windows, said Rodriguez. The new windows, keeping with the style, are made of doublepaned tempered glass. Interior work is being done by Rodriguez over the summer to be completed in 2p.,$15 Saturday thru Thursday 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. (That’s every night except Friday) 4 DINNER CHOICES Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM , 06818349 that include Soup & Salad Bar and Dessert 10 Yean! Amy Wilkes. Lynne Smith, Kimhcriy Rodriguez. Brigette Matlocks, Teri Knoll Thank you ou for your continued support! August Special at Envy y Salon Buy 1 Product or Tool... Get 1 FREE HASTINGS 4 269-205-4900 XII U1 IAIAI ALI IITV ITTYV Downtown Hastings State St. LUNCH SPECIALS Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 These are the new windows installed by Cabral Construction in the storefront of Step N' Time Dance Studio on Main Street in Nashville. A Michigan Historic Facade Grant made this renovation possible. (3 to choose from) i Kimhcriy Rodriguez, Britney Page, Barbara Cotton, Ann Fisber, Angie U alkcr, Giana Rodngucz Dance Season Registration Thurs., Noon - 7 pm Classes start Sept. 9th time for students returning in the fall. Restrooms, waiting areas and three studio spaces are receiving fresh paint, new fixtures, refinished floors and in some cases walls removed. “I’ve been sanding, cut­ ting out walls and have repainted,” said Rodriguez with her daughter, Giana, resting on her hip, “all this with a deployed husband.” With an estimated return ofthe 250 plus students form last season the timing of completion could not be bet­ ter. To continue its growth spiral, Step N’ Time has added pointe teacher Amy Fisher. Other members ofthe staff include Barbara Cotton, Britney Page, Rodriguez’and Angie Walker. “Barbara has been here 10 years,” said Rodriguez, “and Amy was the Sugar Plum Fairy in last year’s Nutcracker production.” Walker, the Zumba instructor, has completed five years at the studio. Page is an instructor from a studio Rodriguez owned in Bellevue. She lives in Olivet and will be doing her student teaching to complete a degree in special education. 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The past three summers she has studied in New York but this year chose LA to also visit a former student, Ashley Weiler, who lives there. Rodriguez said it is impor­ tant to keep up on trends, and technique in dance especially with hip-hop. The addition of hip-hop has caused more boys to enroll for classes. “The boy program is growing,” said Rodriguez, The windows come tumbling down as depicted in this photograph of the demolition of Step N’ Time Dance Studio. Cabral Construction of Hastings recently completed the renovation of the studio made possible by a Michigan Historic Facade Facade Grant. Grant. Michigan Historic Owner Kimberly Rodriguez poses to take a photo of the sanded floors in the upper studio of Step N’ Time Dance Studio in Nashville. The recently refurbished space will be ready for the fall dance season. “we had 30 last year. 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M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits �Page 4 _ jUst Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, August 3,2013 Harry 7. Planck Dolores J. Herman VERMONTVILLE, MI Dolores J Herman, age 77, of Vermontville, passed away on July 27, 2013. She was bom on January 8, 1936 to Loran and Laura (Eno) Hollister in Maple Grove. She attended school in Bellevue and graduated from Hastings High School in 1953. On June 20, 1953 she married Ernest Heiman at the Vermontville Bible Church. Dolores was a member of Vermontville Bible Church, the Bellevue Alumni Association Class of 1953, Women's Christian Temperance Union. She also loved to sew quilts, figure crossword puzzles and she loved to sing. One of the children's fondest memories was playing baseball in the backyard with Dolores, and her macaroni and cheese, Saline; three brothers, Rudy McPherson of Kenosha, WI, Loren Alvah Hollister ofNC, Thomas Hollister of Dundee. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest; her brother, Gary McPherson, potato salad, and apple pie. Dolores is survived by her two daughters, Ruth Elaine (Tim) Bus of Kalamazoo, and Karen Sue (Bart) Dempsey of Vermontville; son, Stephen (Carol) Brent Herman ofWahoo, NE; three sisters, Nancy Edwards of Hastings, Reta Leinaar of Delton, Susan McLinden of operator (N8LLH) and has worked with radio stations all over the world. She also enjoyed being outdoors working in her flower gar­ den. Her Christian faith and her church was very impor­ tant in Carolyn's life and she loved spending time with her church family at Abundant Life Fellowship in Maple Grove. Carolyn is survived by her beloved husband of 34 years, ,Daniel Smith; her children, Judy (Todd) Cook, Lisa (Rob) Kesler; sons, Michael (Mary Beth) Smith, Henry "Hank" Card; grand­ children, Tiffany (Josh) Pompey, Bryce Greenfield, Holley Card, Matthew Bidinger, Amber, Brad and Shawn Smith, Jenna, Robby andJoshua Kesler; and her great grandchildren Elie Pompey and Maiyson Card. o ^Dianas T^aace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling 25 MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. on Friday, August 2, 2013, at the Vermontville Bible Church, with Rev. Dan Smith, officiating. Burial took place in the Hillside (Kalamo) Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Eaton Community Palliative Care. 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 06815660 Nashville, passed away Saturday, July 13, 2013 at Eaton Community Palliative Carein Charlotte. Harry was bom in Hulbert, Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager Planck. He was the widower of Doreen (Guy) Planck. Harry and Doreen where married in Wisconsin while Harry was serving in the United States Army. When he returned from active duty, the couple settled in the Nashville area The family is in the care of where they raised their famiPray Funeral Home, ly together. Harry was employed at Charlotte. Family and friends are encouraged to General Motors for over 30 share remembrances and condolences online at www.prayfuneral. com. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Kelly Greenfield. Funeral services will be held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 3,2013, with Pastors David and Rose McDonald officiating. A luncheon will be served immediately following the funeral service at the Assembly of God Church in Nashville. Interment will take place at Riverside Cemetery in Bellevue. Memorial contributions can me made to the American Cancer Society or the charity of donor's choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.ne t for further details. GET AIL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Ca// 945:9554 for more information. 1-517-852-9481 --- VISA NASHVILLE, MI - Harry Planck, age 85, of and granddaughter, Andrea on April 19, 1928, the son of Dempsey. the late Wallace and (Orsbome) Funeral services were held Katherine Carolyn Smith MAPLE GROVE, MI With her family by her side, Carolyn Smith, age 67, of Maple Grove, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, July 31,2013. Carolyn was bom in Cadillac on July 25, 1946, the daughter of the late Carl L. and Majorie M. (Horton) Sheler. She was raised in St. Louis, MI and attended local schools. She was the wife of Daniel M. Smith. The couple was married on August 10, 1978 in Vermontville at the fami­ ly's home and made their home together in Kalamo. Carolyn worked at Oldsmobile for several years when she was younger. Most recently she was a radio per­ sonality for WLCM Christian radio. Carolyn enjoyed working with radios and was also a HAM radio T. years before he retired in 1983. Harry loved being out­ doors hunting, salmon fish­ ing with his family and spending time with camping at the cabin in Hulbert. He was an extremely talented carpenter and enjoyed work­ ing with wood. He took great pride in his home and enjoyed working on his lawn. Harry is survived by his son, Hany Tom Planck, Jr.; his half sister, Linda (Raymond) Hayes; a half brother, Walter Planck; a stepsister, Jeannie Gonser; his grandchildren, Jeremy Planck, Courtney Bain, and Thomas Bain. He was preceded in death by his wife, Doreen. Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, on Wednesday, July 17, 2013, with Lester DeGroot officiating. Interment followed the funeral service at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville with full military honors being rendered. Memorial contributions can be made to the Eaton Community Palliative Care Facility in Charlotte. Funeral service were entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further information please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net Residents can learn about proposed countywide recycling program oversight committee has pro­ for trash pick-up. Would they vided some ofthe most com­ be able to use the recycling monly posed questions. drop offstation? Yes. You will not need a Will my waste hauling bill card or proof oftrash pick-up go up if this program is service to use the drop off adopted? stations. To do so would The $15 annual fee per require that stations be residential custojner is staffed, which, would reduce charged to the waste hauler. the hours of availability and It is likely that this cost will increase program costs. be passed on to residential There will always be those customers at the rate of$1.25 who take advantage of serv­ per month. Current waste­ ices that they don’t support, hauling prices vary consider­ but in this case, preventing ably throughout the county, them from doing so could be ranging from a low of $14 to more costly than just letting a high of $30 per month. If them recycle. your bill is on the high side, Why doesn’t the county you may wish to check the collect and sell recycling prices offered by other materials itself? haulers to see if you can Barry County Solid Waste actually save money on your Oversight Committee care­ spective. Issues arose at the June 18 waste bill. If you choose to fully considered this option. county board meeting sur­ add curbside recycling to There is money to be made rounding the committee’s your current service, you will from selling some recycled proposal to hire a part-time be charged an additional materials, but there is also a recycling program coordina­ amount set by your hauling cost in hauling them to a cen­ tor and the view that recy­ company. tral location, bundling them cling should be addressed at What ifI don’t want to to industry specifications and a more local government participate? marketing them to recycled level, such as the Village of Though one of Barry material users. At this initial Middleville, which is in the County Solid Waste stage ofthe county-wide res­ second year of a recycling Oversight Committee’s goals idential recycling program, agreement with Republic is to recover as much waste the local solid waste over­ Services. as possible through programs sight committee would like Solid waste oversight such as recycling, no one to see how much and what committee members contend will have to recycle if they kind of material is generated that, in order for recycling to choose not to. The service by the program. This infor­ be fair, efficient and afford­ fee charged to your hauler mation will help to deter­ able, it must be implemented will support recycling for mine whether it would be countywide. As county com­ those who want to take feasible in the future to missioners meet with their advantage ofit, but it will not invest in a building, trucks, constituent municipalities, be refunded to those who do fuel, machinery and staff committee members pledged not recycle. needed to collect and sell to their attendance, as well, My neighbors don’t pay recycled materials. to provide an overview of their proposal and to address questions from the public. The proposal would 1 expand curbside pickup CLOSED’;. through residential waste Aug.e-Uk: haulers, provide six drop-off LAN DSC API NG recycle stations throughput the county and provide a part-time coordinator. in stock $5 stock tk Each In preparation for these Trees & Shrubs Baskets Perennials public presentations, the Trash will be oh the agen­ da at township, village, and city meetings this month as members of the Barry County Solid Waste Oversight Committee contin­ ue their campaign for a pro­ posed countywide recycling program. The committee’s proposal is the result of a more than 18-month study of recycling options, which was original­ ly requested by the Barry County Board of Commissioners. When the proposal was presented June 18, however, the board tabled it until commissioners could meet with their con­ stituent townships, city and villages to gain wider per- EW NG GARDEN CENTER OFFaI 5715 South M-66, Nashville • 517-852-1864 Hours: Tues. - Fri. 8:30 - 6:00; Sat 8:30 - 5:00 __________________EwingLandscapingQyahoo.com �Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, August 3,2013 — Page 5 for Michigan's senior citi­ zens. To recognize how much we appreciate our seniors and the important role they play in our community, I am part­ nering with Chuck Pantera to host a free movie event with pop and popcorn for Eaton County seniors. It will take place on Wednesday, Aug. 14 at 2 p.m. at the Sun Theatre in Grand Ledge. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Aug. 3 Aug. 4 Aug. 7 Aug. 13 4-H State Shoot, Centerline of Calhoun, Inc. Open Speed Horse show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m. Expo Center Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Legislators' actions are hurting seniors As I listen to residents across the county, I am struck by the effect the diffi­ cult economy is having on our seniors and retirees. The hardships incurred are partic­ ularly difficult because sen­ iors live on a fixed income and have no way to make up any lost income. Cuts to ben­ efits, increases in health care costs, taxing ofpensions, and slashing of the homestead property tax credit and the Earned Income Tax Credit have all contributed to the worry and fear many of our seniors have for their future. Seniors are struggling to make ends meet. Many feel pushed aside and even blamed for the economy because of their pensions or medical benefits which they have paid into their whole working career and rely on now in their retirement. A constituent, whose mother lost her home and had to move in with her, stated, "Our parents have worked hard their whole lives and paved the way for us. They should be able to enjoy their later years with integrity and respect." In recent years, legislators have lost their moral com­ pass. Promises are being bro­ ken. The focus has been on tax cuts to corporations while families and seniors struggle to pay bills and keep their homes. it Uta I, *1 ®i <®« ppi * ifeiiifijiljfjs ®- Mtota'ispc ■fc taifcap® if taiwi st VhMitKi ife into a! kJri jm [A BmCfflifHls ijj; Ovrtite®® io our seniors. Our senior citi­ zens deserve better for all their hard work. I will con­ tinue fighting to see that the legislature always acts to improve the quality of life Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Aug. 5 Polish sausage and sauer­ kraut, sweet potato fries, green beans, orange, bun. Tuesday, Aug. 6 Meatloaf and gravy, baked potato, Prince Charles blend vegetables, sliced peaches, roll. Adjustments, improvements and upgrades Wednesday, Aug. 7 New Orleans chicken, rice, tossed salad, vegetable blend, banana. Thursday, Aug. 8 by Interim Superintendent Michele Falcon Annual Summer Picnic. “Old Time Rock ‘n Roll” . This week, over 50 faculty and staffmembers were trained by the Re-Inventing Schools Coalition in developing a per­ sonal mastery system for students at Maple Valley Schools. This in-service is just the beginning of a two- year, in depth commitment for faculty to transform our instructional deliv­ ery and practice. Over the three days, we discussed a shared vision, individual pacing, and a commitment to collegiality. Two instructional coaches, Josh Meersma and Heather Bross, will support the staff in this transition. The school calendar has been adjusted, ever so slightly, to accommodate this train­ ing. An additional parent informational meeting will be scheduled this month to review the strategic plan for our pro­ gram. Please notice we are upgrading the Maple Valley Schools website. You can access our updated district calendar on the front page. In other news, the hallways at Fuller Elementary School are going through a facelift. Next week, tile will replace the old carpeted floors. In addition, the high school is working on some improvements in the library. Volunteers will be purging books and recycling furnishings to update the space. Friday, Aug. 9 Baked chicken leg qtr. with gravy, au gratin potatoes, asparagus, sliced peaches, rolls. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Aug. 5 Sliced turkey with cheddar cheese, carrot raisin salad, tropical fruit, bun. Tuesday, Aug. 6 Tuna pasta salad, marinat­ ed vegetables, pineapple, crackers. - Wednesday, Aug. 7 Cottage cheese, pea and cheese salad, applesauce, peanut butter, crackers. Thursday, Aug. 8 Italian chopped salad, pasta salad, Mandarin oranges, crackers. Friday, Aug. 9 Egg salad, black bean tomato salad, citrus sections, bun. Mushroom chicken and gravy, wild rice, mixed veg­ etables, asparagus, banana. Friday, Aug. 9 Baked chicken thigh in gravy, stuffing, garlic mashed potatoes, broccoli, diced peaches. Activities Calendar Monday, Aug. 5 Hastings: August Birthday Party; Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; TV Strings; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; PATH Class 1, 3:30 p.m. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, 6 Aug. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Aug. 5 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m. Pork cutlet with gravy, stuffing, sweet potatoes, green beans, orange. 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Worship .......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.........................7 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............................ 9:45 Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship............. ........ 11 a.m. ...................6 Wednesday Evening: Worship .......................... ■.. .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 w. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service .......... .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service Sunday School 9 a.m. .......... 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) 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 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Reach over 4,000 area homes with an ad in the Maple Valley News. Call 269-945-9554 to place your ad. 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, . Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training . PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service....... .................. 11 P.M. Service........ ..................... 6 Wed. Service ..... .......... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Wed. 5:30 p.m.................. Family Supper 6:00-7:15........................... Pioneer Club Sunday School............................... 10 Sun: 900 ....................... Sunday School A.M. Service............................... 11:15 10: 00 ChurchS rvPic.Me. Service 6 11: 00..................................... Fellowship PASTOR GEORGE GAY ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. W.orship 11:15 a.m. 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 203 N. State, Nashville FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .............. 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 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. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH m..PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 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 - Annual Summer Picnic 10:30, Hastings. Other sites closed. Friday, Aug. 9 - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Sing-A­ Long; Visiting. HjmsWH1 id ai ft r<tt•f In addition to bills I have already introduced or co­ sponsored, including repeal of the retirement tax, I will continue advocating for changes that are helpful to VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON .CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, August 3,2013 CEMETERY, continued from page 1 Stained glass windows adorn the architecture of the mausoleum at Lakeview Cemetery. This window is above the entrance doors. Sgt. Harold S. Powers is interred in the mausoleum on the grounds of Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. This crypt is in the mausoleum on the back edge of the cemetery. Sandra Lundquist with her grandson Brandon Henion pulls weeds in the Memorial Garden located at the north end of Lakeview Cemetery. This boulder marks the entrance to Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. The Teen Smith Memorial Chapel was built in 1958. Over time, the chapel fell into disrepair and was being used for storage. Now restored, the chapel is available, by request, for funeral services. This is a view of the interior of the south end of the mausoleum at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. WE HAVE JOBS! Since 2010 our customer companies have hired-in 3,700+ ofour temporary employees! X Join EG at our Local Job Fair X Wed, Aug 7,9am - 12pm \ Hastings Public Library 227 E. State Street, Hastings S r- mploymentGroup is recruiting for: E Machine Operators, Assemblers, Inspectors, and General Laborers. General requirements: High School diploma/ GED; previous manufacturing experience preferred; strong work history including k Ik at least 6 months with one employer. t J J Apply at employmentgroup.com before the job fair. Can't make the job fair? Apply on-line, then call 616.949.2303 tL for immediate consideration. ^EmploymentGroup front row, is a vertical stone with a Bible on the top and a sculpted gun standing in the front. The marker has carved fems and a vine reaching up the side. This is the marker of W. E. Buel who was bom Aug. 26,1842 in Parma, New York and who died Jan. 26, 1908.. “Age 65 yrs. 5 mos,” reads the stone. Lundquist, who has spent years visiting the sites as she attends to the graves, said there is an area of graves for infants. “That one bothered me to work on — the sadness ofthe little ones who didn’t make it,” she said. An impressive stone build­ ing at the back of the ceme­ tery houses the mausoleum. Measurably better employees. ^^^^facebook.com/employmentgroup Continued next page A stone violin graces the top of this marker for A. E. House. The stone is in the front row on the south end of Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, August 3,2013 — Page 7 Continued fromprevious page The structure, built in 1920, houses approximately 200 crypts. It is kept locked, though family members have keys to be able to visit, said Lundquist. Marble walls from floor to ceiling adorn the interior. The last crypt known to Lundquist is dated 2011 and marks the resting place of Ralph E. Kirk. Stained glass windows are located above the entrance door at either end and in the center wall at the back of the structure. “I would like to see a new floor,” said Lundquist, who was accompanied by her grandson Brandon Henion. Henion showed his grand­ mother a bird’s nest that had found a home in the entrance A Bible and a gun are among the symbols on the headstone of W.E. Buel. The stone, in Lakeview Cemetery, faces East Street and is at the south end of the cemetery. arbor is being planned to The grand entrance to the mausoleum on the grounds of Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville is dated 1920. The mausoleum has marble and stained glass with a tile floor. Though the mausoleum is locked, families of interred loved ones have keys. of the mauseleum. A memorial garden has been started at the north end of the cemetery. Lundquist, Thisjunigue markennjhe shape of a tree stump is for Chancy House and his wife Mary. The symbol of Freemasonry of a square and compass rests above the names. 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State Street, Hastings You must complete the entire on-line application at www.employmentgroup.com before the Job Fair 4651 West Dickman Road • Battle Creek • 269.660.3500 211 East Michigan Ave. • Marshall • 269.789.1024 3230 Broadmoor Ave. SE • Grand Rapids ■ 616.949.2303 facebook.com/employmentgroup who serves on the cemetery board with Ron Bracy and Lois Elliston, said the garden was the idea of Bracy. An mark the entrance to the gar- den. Lundquist said she hopes to see flowers and a handicap accessible entrance develop. At the farthest point to the cemetery on the northwest end, is a pole bam to house equipment. The pole bam was built with the help of volunteers in 2009. As to why Lundquist vol­ unteers so much of her time she said, “I have lots of fam­ ily here and when I see things not being taken care of it bothers me.” Lundquist is seeking vol­ unteers to assist with the many projects at Lakeview Cemetery. For more infor­ mation contact Lundquist, 517-852-1543. �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, August 3,2013 Scenes from Vermontville’s past The Standard gas station was built in the late 1920s. Jack Rathburn owned the sta­ tion for 30 years, and it is now operated by Ken Frith. The Griswold House, located 350 N. Main St., is the first brick structure built in the Union Colony. This early view of the Thornapple River is from an undated postcard. The practice of personal photographs printed as postcards for mailing news from home was very common in the early 1900s. Mr. Hawkins ran a livery service. Hammonds Jewelry Store, now a restaurant is in the background of this undated photo. This Mobil gas station in the 1940s was rebuilt after a fire in 1938. The station was later purchased by Vernon Trowbridge and is now Ace Auto. BANDSTAND RENOVATION/DEMOLITION BID The Village of Nashville is seeking bids for reno­ vation and or teardown of the Bandstand located in Putnam Park. Bidders are to evaluate the struc­ tural safety of the Bandstand and determine if the Bandstand is structurally safe to renovate or should be torn down. If the Bandstand is not struc­ turally safe/economically repairable then please note that,and place a bid for teardown. If it is struc­ turally safe and or economically repairable please note that, and place a bid for the renovation to be as maintenance free as possible. This renovation would also need to have an ADA accessible ramp, composite or stone railings, fascia and soffit, com­ posite decking over tbe existing concrete slab, and metal roofing/heavy duty shingles. Bids may be dropped off at the Village Office, 203 N Main St., Nashville, Ml 49073, during normal business hour?. Please contact the Nashville DWP Director, Scott Decker, with any questions regarding your bid at 517-852-9571. All bids must be turned in before 4:00 p.m. on August 222013 , ‘ This sampling of photo­ graphs showing Vermontville’s early days was supplied by Jim Zemke. A lifelong resident of Vermontville, Zemke is also a local historian and collector of Vermontville postcards, photographs and memorabil­ ia. He lives on East Main Street with his wife JoAnn. This unidentified woman is standing on the lawn of the Canfield house on South Main Street. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 06818450 06799959 This scene of Vermontville is postmarked Sept. 18,1912. The card has a one-cent stamp in the upper corner, with a note addressed to Miss June Markley of Galien, Michigan. "Got home Thursday and am home sick to get back to Buchanan. Had a swell time when we were in Buchanan Tuesday eve. Did you get your gloves and sorry I did not remember to give them back to you. Write soon." D.B. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 3, 2013 — Page 9 Moose Chuckles returns Monday in Hastings The public is invited to another free edition of the Moose Chuckles stand-up comedy show at the Hastings Moose Lodge Monday, Aug. 5, beginning at 9 p.m. The show usually runs about 90 minutes and features adult language. Hastings native Emily Allyn is the host ofthe monthly show. Moose Chuckles is an open-microphone format comedy show that features everything from amateurs taking the stage for the first time to professional touring comedians. This month’s Moose Chuckles - will feature Kalamazoo comedian Michael Burd who was a finalist in the Funniest Person in Grand Rapids competition and was also featured in Gilda’s LaughFest during the Dirty Show. Burd’s comedy is often improvised. The Hastings Moose Lodge is located at 120 N. Michigan Ave. Guests must be 21 to enter. Community Notices Estate Sale Garage Sale COMEDY SHOW: PUBLIC AUCTION: SAT-11637 CARLISLE HWY., Monday, August 5th at the URDAY, 10th, Nashville, August August 10th, Hastings Moose Lodge. 10:00am, 11334 Shultz Dr. 8am-4pm, August 11th, 9am"Moose Chuckles" features Delton, MI 49046. Vehicles, 3pm. Household items, elecstand up comics from as far backhoe, implements, trail- tronics, shoes, cleats, clothaway as Ann Arbor and In- ers, tools, scrap, MORE. Gus ing, Pit bike, end tables, diana coming to Hastings to and Nola Mathison will be wood chest, children's perform. Don't miss this liquidating many years of books. FREE Mrs. Gertie Fahenstalk of Beulah is the recipient of this postcard dated March 10, 1908. The card is from Mrs. Ida Conklin of Vermontville, “Dear Friend, We are well and having a good time." crazy, fun night of free accumulation including Case comedy hosted by Hastings 580C Backhoe (needs work), PUBLIC AUCTION: SAT­ own Emily Allyn! Doors tractor, several vehicles, lots URDAY, ugus August 10th, open at 8:30, show starts at of tools, boats, many many 10:00am,, 11334 Shultz Dr,. , 9PM. Must be 21 to enter. items and scrap iron. See our Delton, MI 49046. Vehicles, Public welcome to attend website for directions, de- backhoe, implements, trail­ this special show that does tails and photos. Vander ers, tools, scrap, MORE. Gus feature adult language but Kolk Auctions (616)437-1047 and Nola Mathison will be it always guaranteed to be www.VKauctions.com liquidating many years of fun. "Funny name. Funnier accumulation including Case show." Lawn & Garden 580C Backhoe (needs work), AQUATIC PLANTS: Lotus tractor, several vehicles, lots Business Services & Water Lilies. KOI & Gold-of tools, boats, many many pumps, filters & pond items and scrap iron. See our BASEMENT WATER- fish, supplies. APOLS WATER website for directions, de­ PROOFING: PROFESSIO- GARDENS, 9340 Kalama-tails and photos. Vander NAL BASEMENT SERV­ zoo, Caledonia MI. (616)698- Kolk Auctions (616)437-1047 ICES waterproofing, crack www.VKauctions.com repair, mold remediation. 1030 M-F 9:00-5:30, Sat 9:00- www.VKauctions.com 2:00. Local/licensed. Free estiSporting Goods mates. (517)290-5556. GET EASY CASH with extra STOEGER DOUBLE BAR­ DO YOU WANT QUALITY household goods and tools! REL Coach Gun: 12ga. Call (269) 945-9554 to sell Mod/IC fixed chokes, 18" PRINTING at affordable a prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at your unwanted stuff with a barrels. Like brand new, classified ad in this paper. $325, (269)838-9187 (269)945-9554. “J. Z. 1910” is handwritten on the back of this postcard depicting early days in Vermontville. Printing Need? Graphics ‘ 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. P.O. Box 188 Hastings, MI 49058-0188 We Have a Colorful Solution This is the home of Dr. Charles Snell and family in 1911. The home is located on South Main Street. This postcard of Vermontville High School is postmarked Nov. 19, 1915. Farm HOOF TRIMMER, call Jack (517)852-2006. HUNTING LAND lease, Nashville (517)852-4243 FOR area. RESTORED JOHN DEERE TRACTORS: A, B, D, H, L, LI, GW and R. Show or field ready. Call (616)891-0055 leaye message. Recreation 1973 HONDA 350 motorcy­ cle: runs good, everything works & looks good. $l,200/obo, (269)945-4359. Whether your printing needs are complex color brochures or simple black and white forms, let J-ad Graphics design, print and deliver quality printed materials you'll be proud of. Complete design, printing and bindery facilities in-house to handle all of your printing needs no matter how large or small. Call one of our Printing Specialists today! Publishers of: ■ Hastings Banner •Hastings Reminder • Sun & News •Lakewood News •Maple Valley News •Marshall Chronicle & Community Advisor • Battle Creek Shopper • Lowell Ledger & Buyers' Guide To contact one ofour Printing Specialists Call: Phone (269) 945-9554 Fax (269) 945-5192 �Page 10 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, August 3, 2013 til® Past These hogs, being loaded for market in the winter, may have been among the prize-winning swine exhibited by Otto Schulze at fairs throughout the summer and fall in the early 1900s. Schulze (standing forward in wagon, wearing an apron) is prepar­ ing to truck these hogs from his farm west of town to the Nashville depot for shipment by rail. (Photo loaned by Lewis Schulze) ■basket of peaches Having one’s photo taken behind humorous props was a popular pastime at fairs of the early 20th century. This prop at the Charlotte fair of that era holds (from left) Fern Kinney, Flossie Bolo, Glenn Hoffman and Myrtle Marshall. In addition to Eaton and Barry county fairs, the Tri-County fair at Lake Odessa; the state fair at Detroit and the West Michigan fair at Grand Rapids were of special interest to area people. This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Aug. 2, 1983. “The 26th annual Barry County Fair will open Sept. for three days,” 25 announced The Nashville News in 1878. “Premiums totaling $1,000 are offered, COBB WELL DRILLING (REPAIR A • 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 so roll out your biggest pumpkins and come.” (A follow-up report showed that there were 1,203 entries at that event and receipts amounted to $1,668.65.) The News was only five years old at the time it made that report on the Barry County Fair, an institution which predates the settle­ ment of the first white man within what is now the cor­ porate limits of Nashville. The fair in Hastings has been an annual tradition enjoyed by many generations of Nashville folks, as well as others throughout the region — failing to operate only during the height of the Great Depression. “There will be no Barry County Fair this year because of existing condi­ tions,” noted the News Aug. 7, 1930. Two weeks later, the paper carried an announcement by the Eaton County Fair Association officials that theirs would be one of the biggest exhibi­ tions ever staged in the coun­ ty- “Day and night [Eaton County] fair is being widely advertised and the manage­ ment is looking for a record­ breaking crowd,” noted the News Aug. 21, 1930. “Lack of a fair in Barry County this year is certain to be benefi­ cial to Eaton, for many folks from this section will make their annual pilgrimage to Charlotte who might other­ wise have gone to Hastings.” However, for the many years between its inception and the dark era of the www.mvyouthsoccer.org If you need a form sent to you via US Mail please contact 616-450-5215 / ' Fair-goers of an earlier day dressed much more for­ mally than do those of today. This photo was taken at the Eaton County Fair at Charlotte in 1915. Standing (from left) are Elmer Konwell, Mrytle Marshall and George Dickson, (seated) lea Konwell, Wayne Marens and Pearl “Peg” Gearhart. When the effects of the Great Depression disrupted the Barry County Fair in 1930, the Charlotte doing attracted an additional number of Nashville area folks. (Photo loaned by Myrtle Brown Donovan) \ ~ Pauline Miller (right) and an unidentified friend are having a barrel of fun at a fair about 1915. Regular pas­ senger train service through Nashville and often reduced rates during fair week made even the distant doings readily accessible to Nashville residents. DOBBIN'S_ ACDelco Your Local CM Automotive Specialists \ HURRY) SIGNUPS END ' AUGUST 12™ ™ Continued next page Depression, bigger and bet­ FALL REGISTRATION You may register online at In 1903, at Lake Odessa, where according to a News account, “several fine new fair buildings are nearly completed,” the first Tri­ County Fair for Barry, Eaton and Ionia counties was staged. The following year, ter events were organized each year for the Barry County Fair, according to News accounts. “The Barry County Fair opens next Tuesday for four solid days of fun and enter­ tainment,” promised the News Aug. 8, 1879. “No plans are being Maple valley Youth Soccer NOW OPEN spared to make the [Barry] county fair a success and every farmer should attend,” the News declared Oct. 15, 1881. Scheduling of the fair in those days ranged from about mid-August to October, with the first week of September being the over­ all favorite time. LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON IVI-79 Our Diagnostic Computer Software is Compatible With AH Makes & Models 06818436 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE MAPLE VALLEY CHEER TEAM Registration and Season Practice Monday, August 5th 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. •‘High School Football Field Grades 4th - 8th Registration: $40 Contact Person: Janel Pena - 517-852-2457 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, August 3,2013 — Page 11 From previous page the Lake Odessa event advertised four days and nights “featuring more free entertainment than even the State Fair can boast.’ The state fair also attract­ ed the attention of Nashville residents in that day. Noted the News Sept. 14, 1905, “Louis Norton and Otto Schulze left Saturday night for Detroit to attend the state fair. The former will exhibit six head of cattle and the latter took 25 head of hogs.” Schulze returned from Detroit with over $60 in premiums and Norton car­ ried off $193 in prize money. Prior to the state fair that year, both men had exhibited their livestock at the Western Michigan State Fair at Grand Rapids where, according to the News, they were offered “$25,000 in cash prizes, free amusements, racing, exhibits and an extensive women’s department.” All railroad rates on fares to Grand Rapids and back were reduced that week to encpurage fair attendance. The late Leo Herrick of Nashville, in writing his boy­ hood recollections for the News back in 1961, told of the hectic rides via rail to the county fairs of that era. “As the train pulled in, it was quite obvious to all ofus standing on the station plat­ form that there wasn’t going to be enough room for all of us to board it — in a conven­ tional manner, at least. Something would have to give. The farmers, especial­ ly, were in no mood to be left standing behind — like a June bride at the altar — when the train pulled out.” Louis Norton’s Hereford brought him $52 in premi­ ums at the Grand Rapids event and he gathered in more blue ribbons at the sub­ sequent fair at Charlotte in 1905 — an increasing attrac­ tion for local people. “Roughly half the popula­ tion of Barry County has been at Charlotte this week, attending the annual Eaton County Fair,” claimed the News in the issue of Sept. 27, 1906. A couple of weeks later, Otto Schulze “captured everything in sight in the way of premiums” at the Barry County Fair for his fine herd of OIC swine. By 1927, a milestone had been reached at the Hastings event, as announced by the News Sept. 1. “Barry County’s Day and Night Fair will fittingly observe the three-quarters century mark of its exis­ tence, Sept. 6 to 9. Arrangements are complete for the best of these annual events which have brought the entire county together at Hastings once each fall with­ out a break for 75 years.” Among the special fea­ tures that year were 12 free attractions, including excit­ ing aerial acts and a troupe of native Hawaiian dancers. .“Few county fairs have as good horse racing as Barry has always enjoyed ... and Superintendent of Speed F.C. Parker is confident of this year’s races being even faster and more keenly con­ tested than usual,” added the 1927 News account. The writer also noted that Barry County had taken high rank as a livestock county and, since competition had been opened to herds and flocks outside the county, the 1927 livestock exhibit “will be well filled and attractive to all interested in agriculture in the varied phases.” Competitive displays by granges in the county were a popular feature at Barry County fairs for many years, and in 1927, prizes for th'ose exhibits ranged from $100 at the top, down to $20. In 1929, about seven weeks before Wall Street’s infamous stock market crash, Barry County staged what was to be its last fair before disruption by the Great Depression. “The officers have planned to make it the biggest and best ever,” said the News of the Sept. 3 to 6 event that year. A sedan, a dining room suite and a radio were to be given away. Ten free attractions were in front HBBIHHMMnMmH Hi. 1.1.LI.I.H1JTI.II I l-I H I ITHHi-HT •nA il* Auto Parts a D From General Maintenance to Performance and Off-Road Parts InStock 517-726-1502 131S. Main St., Vermonville (In the old Hardware Building) Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:30; Sat. 8:30-1:30 Your local agent insures your Business FARM BUREAU INSURANCE* (nSOrtMUX. Cohtficuuj, Lynn Denton 139 W. State Street Hastings 269-945-4520 ldenton@fbinsmi.com theLynnDentonAgency.com § g of the grandstand each day school exhibits at the revived and evening. There were fine Barry County Fair. Other herds of dairy and beef cat­ schools receiving a like tle, many horses, pens of award were Woodland purebred swine and sheep, Township, Prairieville and poultry exhibits, an art hall Thomapple. and school and grange dis­ “Albert Bell [ofNashville] plays. There were showings was among the winners of of the latest model of auto­ first premiums at the fair,” mobiles, farm machinery, announced the News in that household articles and other 1935 report, “winning on merchandise displayed by Shropshires, yearling ram, Hastings merchants — in ewe lamb, fat sheep, best addition to the usual midway’ sheep 1 year or over and best shows. pen of four.” The following year, fair­ That same year, Mrs. goers who might otherwise Chester Smith of Nashville have gone to Hastings made their annual pilgrimage, instead, to Charlotte. The dark era of the Depression passed, and in 1935 the News reported hap­ pily that Nashville school, headed by Superintendent FORECLOSURE NOTICE W.D. Wallace, was one of four in Barry County to This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any receive $20 premiums for information obtained will be used having more than 200 square for this purpose. If you are in the feet of space in the rural Military, please contact our office LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by EUGENE A. GRECO and BETH GRECO, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 28, 2006, and recorded on August 8, 2006, in Document No. 1168282, and assigned by said mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon, as Trustee for CIT Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-1, by Caliber Home Loans, Inc., f/k/a Vericrest Financial, Inc., as its attorney in fact, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Six Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Nine Dollars and Eighty Cents ($136,229.80), including interest at 8.890% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, At the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 01:00 PM o'clock, on September 5, 2013 Said premis­ es are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 14, PLEASANT VALLEY ESTATES, YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLATTHEREOF IN LIBER 6 OF PLATS ON PAGE 13. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. If the above referenced property is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 600 of the Michigan Compiled Laws, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damag­ ing the property during the redemption period. The Bank of New York Mellon, as Trustee for CIT Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-1, by Caliber Home Loans, Inc., f/k/a Vericrest Financial, Inc., as its attorney in fact Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 VF.000070 CONV (08-03)(08-24)‘ at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Carl Forsythe, An Unmarried Man and Tammy L. Peters, An Unmarried Woman to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Americas Wholesale Lender, its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 17, 2006 and recorded August 28, 2006 in Instrument # 1169197 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned through mesne assign­ ments to: Green Tree Servicing, LLC, by assignment dated June 6,2013 and subsequently record­ ed in Barry County Records on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty­ Seven Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Five Dollars and EightyOne Cents ($187,495.81) includ­ ing interest 7.13% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on September 5, 2013 Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 132 feet of the West 30 acres of the North one-half of the Southeast onequarter of Section 32, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, except the North 583 feet thereof; also the South 208.71 feet of the West 181 feet of the East 313 feet thereof. Also a strip of land described as: The North one-half of the Southeast one-quarter of Section 32, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, except the West 30 acres thereof. Also except the East 50 acres thereof. Commonly known as 11377 Davis Rd, Middleville Ml 49333 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption 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; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the prop­ erty is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be h.eld responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damag­ ing the property during the redemption period. Dated: 8/03/2013 Green Tree Servicing, LLC, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 13-83957 (08-03)(08-24) carried off first prize for her cosmos in a flower competi­ tion billed as “the largest and most successful” ever held at Hastings. On another happy note of the 1935 fair, the News pointed out, “Orville Flook is Nashville’s luckiest man in the eyes of most of us. He has a new Plymouth coach, the first of three cars to be given away during the Barry County Fair.” Through the years, the News has kept local readers apprised of annual fair LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on July 25,2007, by Vaughn R. Dingledine Sr. (a/k/a Vaughn Dingledine) and Margaret Dingledine, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49Q58, as Mortgagee, and recorded on July 30,2007, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 20070730-0000293, which mort­ gage was assigned to Commercial Bank ’ by an Assignment of Mortgage dated September 19, 2012, recorded on October 4,2012, in Instrument Number 2012-005330, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Thirty-Five Thousand One Hundred FiftyOne and 42/100 Dollars ($35,151.42); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, August 22,2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF HOPE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Lot 88 of Steven’s Wooded Acres #2, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of Hope Plats on Page 60, Township. Also including a 1965 Parkwood Manufactured Home with Affidavit of Affixture of Manufactured Home recorded August 29, 2005, Document No. 1151818, Barry County Records. Commonly known address: 6439 Woods Trail Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046 Parcel ID Number: 08-07-310-088-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: July 12, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COM­ MERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (07-20)(08-10) 06817240 doings in the region. Perhaps more than one editor has empathized with the writer who make this comment in a 1906 news story, “The Lake Odessa Tri-County Fair is on this week, and we are thank­ ful that this will end the fairs for another year.” LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, OR IF YOU ARE A DEPENDANT OF AN ACTIVE SERVICE MEMBER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400 AS YOU MAY BE ENTITLED TO THE BENEFITS OF THE SERVICEMEMBERS' CIVIL RELIEF ACT. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Diane L. Jenkins, individual, to CitiMortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, dated April 25, 2005 and record­ ed May 13, 2005 in Instrument Number 1146459, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty Thousand Seven Hundred Six and 16/100 Dollars ($80,706.16) including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue ait the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on 08/22/2013. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 25, and that part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 24, all in Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Beginning at the Northeast comer of the West 1/2 of said Northwest 1/4; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes West 231.00 feet along the North line of said Northwest 1/4; thence South 0 degrees 30 minutes West 290.50 feet parallel with the East line of the West 1/2 of said Northwest 1/4; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes West 150.00 feet; thence North 0 degrees 30 minutes East 290.50 feet; thence North 21 degrees 03 minutes East 143.30 feet; thence South 68 degrees 57 minutes East 177.23 feet along the centerline of state road; thence Southeasterly 171.25 feet along a 1050.00 foot radius curve to the left, the long chord bearing South 73 degrees 37 minutes’ East 171:06 feet; thence South 0 degrees 00 minutes West 21.83 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to a right of way for State Road over the Northeasterly 33.0 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be b months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, 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. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ erty, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 20, 2013 O’rlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007-5041 File No. 671.1799 (07-20)(08-10) 06817365 �Page 12 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 3, 2013 Great turnout for 2nd alumni game The 2nd Annual Maple Valley Alumni Baseball Game was held Saturday, with 32 players showing up to take part in the game. The event raised about $900 for the Maple Valley baseball program, which will help with funding to build new dugouts. The game participants included Jeff Weiler, Rusty Harris, Jason Hoefler, Justin Hoffman, Kyle Fisher, Riley Fisher, Scot Lenz, Keith Carpenter, Bryan Carpenter, Troy Westendorp, Tai Gearhart, Jeff Fisher, Adam Foster, Kenny Meade, Richard Meade, Josh Huslebos, Coty Franklin, Nathan Blakely, Chris Hoffman, Jordan Sprague, Levi Westendorp, Matt McClennand, Brian Sleeper, Kyle Kines, Kyle Booher, Mike Trowbridge, Mike Meade, Britt Leonard, Rob Sheldon, Chris Varney, Jen Varney and Michael Meade. Former coaches Larry Lenz, Greg Hoefler and Mike Booher also reutrned to the coaching boxes for the Lions. Eaton Parks meeting in Bellevue Wednesday EATON FEDERAL The Eaton County Parks Commission is holding its monthly meeting Wednesday, Aug. 7 at the Bellevue Township Hall, 6:30 p.m. Parks Commission Chairman Bob McConnell will preside over the meet­ ing. The meeting is open to the general public and there will be two slots for public comment. Home Loans Building Eddie, Eddie, Eddie and Eddie visit J Vermontville library Buying Refinancing Vermontville Township Library’s Dig into Reading series continued with a visit from Dynamic West School Assemblies on Tuesday, July 30. The program, Dinosaurs to Reptiles, explored how today’s animals are related to dinosaurs. The enthusiastic presenter brought scale mod­ els of dinosaur skulls and other fossils and artifacts, said Carla Rumsey, director in a press release. With a fondness for the same name, Eddie the snake, Eddie the tortoise, Eddie the blue tongued skink, Eddie the salamander, and ferrets Edward and Simon helped participants visualize how dinosaurs ate, smelled, and moved. Patrons pet the ani­ mals and examined the fos­ sils and artifacts after the presentation. The summer program con­ tinues with a visit from John Ball Zoo Library Traveling Stop and see your 57051^ Lende All Eaton County citizens are cordially invited to attend, listen and learn, and share their thoughts and ideas under the public com­ ment sections, said McConnell in a press release. Information on the nine park sites in Eaton County is found online, www.eatoncoutyparks.org, or call 517­ 627-7351. ... We have been serving our communities professionally and compassionately for over 75 years. 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HW VERMONTVILLE LKHO.R 8 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-08-10.pdf edb2482070ca03b02ae5cdddb3b134bf PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY news Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 32, August 10, 2013 A local paper oftoday! A league of her own by Shari Carney Staff Writer Dreams of a uniform and belonging to a team were realized by Nancy (Green) Ewing when, at the age of 17, she found a league of her own. Ewing, a self-described ‘very shy girl,” wrote a letter to the Lansing State Journal after reading a feature story on the Lansing Laurels, a professional women’s fast­ pitch softball team. That let­ ter led to a tryout with starter and manager of the Laurels, Kay Purves. “Mom and dad drove me to the tryout,” recalled Ewing ofthose days so many years ago. “I had to catch a fly ball and throw and my batting was terrible.” The throw was what impressed Purves, who asked Ewing to come to her home where Ewing was handed two sets of uniforms. “We didn’t have any money but my dad drove me to the Western Auto store and bought me my first glove and cleats,” said Ewing. Ewing grew up on a farm with three older brothers, a younger sister and younger brother. “I was a farm girl who went to a country school [Strange School, a one room schoolhouse]” said Ewing. Ewing went on to become the teacher of Strange School, retiring in 2010 just shy of 35 years. After being named to the Laurels, Ewing played her first game on a Friday and was in Ohio for a game Saturday. “I had never been out of the state, never ate in a restaurant or stayed in a “We’re like the movie ‘A League of Their Own, ” said Nancy (Green) Ewing of the 1974-75 Lansing Laurels who met July 25 to be inducted into the Greater Lansing Area Sports Hall of Fame. (Seated from left) Lois Halifax, Gayle Barrons, unidentified woman, Carol Hutchins (second row) Ewing, Sue Lawson, Sheri Tyler, Marion Russell, (third row) Jamie Barger Smith, Gloria Becksford, Sue Lawson, Penny Knupp, Kathy Strahan, Dawn Knauf, Debbie Kent and Julie Byrnes. Nancy Ewing holds the two awards presented to her at the induction ceremony of the 1974 and 1975 Lansing Laurels into the Greater Lansing Area Sports Hall of Fame. hotel,” said Ewing who recalled looking at the menu and ordering a grilled cheese sandwich “because it looked familiar.” Her older brothers, excited for their sister’s new-found adventure, would give her $20 to travel with. Ewing had to pay her own expenses the first few years. The new cleats presented a challenge when, at Ewing’s first game, her socks were bloody from burst blisters. The other girls on the team were all from the city and Ewing was given the nick­ name “Green Jeans.” The name was later changed to “Mean Machine” when Ewing threw a ball from the outfield hitting the runner in the jaw and shattering it. This excerpt is from a poem called “A Salute to the Laurels,” written in 1974. “ ... Our next Laurel gal could be called ‘Mean Machine.’ If you haven’t guessed I mean good ole Nancy Green. Has what is called a rifle arm, and to some has done bodily harm. But a good right fielder, yes you bet. And a lot of action next year she’ll get... ” Ewing attributed her strength to pitching rocks at the farm and keeping up with three older brothers. As the team’s notoriety Free tutoring continues in Maple Valley Schools by Shari Carney StaffWriter The Community Tutoring Program under the direction of Roger Trowbridge is preparing for another year of free tutoring services to Maple Valley students. The program focuses on the whole student, said Trowbridge, by earning the student’s respect and build­ ing relationships with them. “You’ve heard the expression, ‘You can lead a horse to water but you can’t make him drink?”’ asked Trowbridge. “Well, we try to get them to drink — get them interested, then we do school work.” Parents are invited to attend the sessions to learn how to help their students. “Math is not a four-letter word,” said Trowbridge. “When I first came into tutoring I hadn’t seen a math book since 1981.” Tutors returning for another year of service are Andrea and Mark Montgomery, Vicki Mansfield, Russ Laverty and Sandy Hosey. More tutors are welcome and training is provided. Tutoring will be Tuesdays at Fuller Street Elementary from 3 to 4:30 p.m. and Tuesdays at Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School from 3 to 7 p.m. Starting date and room loca­ tion to be announced. “This is our seventh year,” said Trowbridge, “to help teachers to reach the kids at all different levels.” In addition to math, help is available in many sub­ jects. For more information or to become a tutor contact Trowbridge, 517-667-1999. grew and the wins accumu­ lated, expenses were cov­ ered. “Life changing,” is how Ewing described her experi­ ence as a Laurel. One road trip in 1973 from June 29 to July 17 began in Lansing then on to Indianapolis, Ind. to St. Louis Mo.; Kansas City, Kan.; Omaha, Neb.; Oklahoma City, Okla, to Houston, Tx. Ewing was with the Laurels for five years. During this time she attended Lansing Community College and in 1976 transferred to MSU with a scholarship to play softball. A total of seven Laurel teammates enrolled at MSU and, in 1976, they were named national champions. “That team could be pushed farther than any team I’ve coached,” said Head Coach Dianne Ulibarri of the Spartans. “They were a very cohesive group. Everyone, from the players on the field to the players on the bench, was into each and every game.” In the following year, the Spartan team took third in nationals and Ewing said, “We felt like failures.” Twenty years later the team was invited to a reunion banquet where each member was presented a national championship ring. It was another 10 years before the players received their varsity letters. Adding to the awards, the most recent honor came Thursday, July 25 when Ewing and the 1974-75 Laurels were inducted into the Greater Lansing Area Sports Hall of Fame. “At first I thought, ‘Who are all these old people,”’ said Ewing with a laugh as she beheld her former team­ mates. The evening was bitter­ sweet for the Laurels as their beloved manager, Kay See SOFTBALL, pg. 8 Nashville woman killed in Colorado crash A Nashville woman was killed in a traffic accident while vacationing in Colorado Sunday. Carol Ricketts, 66, was the passenger in a van being driven by her husband, Christopher Ricketts, when the vehicle struck a horse in the road. Christopher received minor injuries. Carol died at the scene. Both were reportedly wearing seat belts, according to Colorado State Patrol officers invest­ ing the accident. The accident occurred Aug. 4 on Interstate 76 near Wiggins, Colo. According to a report in the Fort Morgan Times, three vehicles were involved in the crash. Ricketts and a 71-year-old Ohio man were killed. After the Ricketts van hit the horse, the Ohio man’s van also struck the injured horse. A third vehicle hit the Ohio van, then went off the road and through a barbed­ wire fence into a field. That driver also suffered serious injuries. Police reported the horse was being ridden near Wiggins when it somehow got away from its rider. The horse also was killed in the accident. Members of the Maple Valley community describe Carol as having had a great love for flowers and garden­ ing; a kind and loving man­ ner; a servant’s heart; love for God, and always cheering others on. In This Issue • The Revue planning auditions for ‘The Nutcracker’ • Threshing parties, farm accidents were common in news of long ago • Putnam library wraps up summer with multitude of activities • High school sports practice starts this week at MVHS �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 10,2013 Carol Ricketts Roger Alden Heald CHARLOTTE, MI Roger Alden Heald, age 84, of Charlotte, formerly of Vermontville, died Monday, August 5, 2013. Roger was bom February 13, 1929, in Ionia, the oldest son of Alden and Ilda (Blystone) Heald. Roger worked 42 years for General Motors, mostly in receiving. Many will remember Roger as a quiet man who loved his family. His chil­ dren recall the hours Roger spent in games in the yard with them and his grandchil­ dren. Roger loved the out­ doors spending hours in the marsh behind the house cut­ ting wood. Together Barbara and Roger traveled around the country visiting the entire east coast, many of the southern states and northern Michigan. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Heald; daughters, Jody (David) McLane of Arizona, Catherine (Scott) Ommen ofVermontville and Beth Beebe of Charlotte; grandchildren, Peter (Amber) McLane, Zachary (Sarah) McLane, Alaina (Trent) Graham, Brielle Ommen, and Mariah, Perry and Isobel Beebe; great­ granddaughter Eva Graham; brother, Stanford Heald; and sister-in-law Sharon Cooper. He was predeceased by his brothers, Elmer “Stuart” Heald, Robert Heald and Miles Heald; and an infant grandson, Joel McLane. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 10, 2013 at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville with Roger’s son-in-law, Rev. David McLane officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com. Dennis Ward (Macanliss) Ward. He was raised in the Vermontville area and attended local schools finish­ ing his education while serv­ ing in the United States Army. He was the husband of Brenda (Sears) Ward. The VERMONTVILLE, MI Dennis Ward, age 54, of Vermontville passed away unexpectly Sunday, August 4, 2013 at his home. Dennis was born in Arcadia, CA, on September 20, 1958, the son of the late Dennis J. and Dorothy Stw! Unique 66 Antiques 1 Antiques, Collectibles & Crafts 616-890-3729 220 N. Main St., Nashville www.66uniqueantiques.weebly.com ZE Would like to welcome... Megan to our professional staff — August Special — jMI ^off Any Color Scnricc with Mcgsn Offer expires 8/31/13 ©a? 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 s (517)852-9712 HO 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville 06815650 Scott A. Daniels * Owner/Manager couple was married in 2008 and made their home togeth­ er on Hagar Rd. Dennis worked as an over the road truck driver. He drove for over 25 years before his health forced him to retire. Dennis enjoyed hunting, working on vehicles and rid­ ing his Harley Davidson Motorcycle. Dennis is survived by his beloved wife, Brenda; seven daughters, Shannon (Chris Munson) Schuler, Charity (Bill Grinage) Hester, Tonya (Lewis) Hemadez, Fawn (David Hackworth) Ward, LeAnn (Ty) Lumbert, LaTeshia (Jeremy Kidder) Ward, Jody (Robert) Easy, a son, Dustin (Nicole) Mc­ Kelvey; a sister, Diana (Pete) Bosrock; 21 grandchildren; and three great grandchildren He was preceded in death by his wife Theresa Ward in 2003, and a great grandchild. The family received visi­ tors on Wednesday, August 7, 2013 at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Memorial contributions can be made to the family of Dennis Ward. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net for further details. NASHVILLE, MI - Mrs. Carol Ricketts, age 66, of Nashville, went to be with her Lord Sunday, August 4, 2013 while visiting her fami­ ly in Colorado. Carol was bom in Chicago, IL on June 21, 1947, the daughter ofthe late Fred and Vera (Lyrberg) Anderson. Carol's family moved to the Rosemont, IL area when she was a young girl. She attended local schools graduating from East Leyden High School in 1965. She continued her education by attending and graduating from Appalachia Bible College. She was the wife of Mr. Chris Ricketts. The couple was married on September 3, 1998 in Nashville where they made their home together. Carol was an employee advocate at Magna-Donnelly Corp, in Alto, where she worked for approximately 12 years. Carol was also employed at UPS when her children were young and Carl's Market in Lake Odessa for several years. She was active in Jack and Jill Pre-School, helping in the education of children. Carol's first passion was her Christian faith and her love for Jesus Christ. Her passionate faith was evident throughout her life, especial­ ly toward her children and grandchildren. She loved spending time with them, attending their functions, and helping them grow in their faitfi and service to others. She used her love of land­ scaping and gardening to design and maintain the flower gardens at Grace Community Church where she and her husband Chris attend. Carol also loved to read and enjoyed listening to Christian music. Her church family and friends were a special source ofjoy to Carol and she loved spending time talking and fellowshipping with them. Along with her husband Chris, the couple enjoyed traveling to Colorado occasionally to visit family. Carol is survived by her beloved husband Chris. Their children are Scott (Lisa) Ricketts, and Carter; Stephen Ricketts; and Olivia Ricketts. Carol is also survived by her children from a previous marriage: Becky (Don) DeHaan, and Jacob, Lauren, and Lindsay; David (Cathie) Tidball, and Hailey; Missy (Jon) Ertle, and Elizabeth, Emilee. Grace, and Nicole; Jennifer (Ron) Mead; Kathryn (Mike) Dyksma, and Justin; Jon (Viviana) Tidball, and Maddison, Joanna, Mia, and Nicolas; Amy Tidball; Daniel (Katie) Tidball, and Noay, Grayden, and Hudson; Michael Tidball; Amanda (James) McGovern; and Mathew Tidball. In addition, Carol is sur­ vived by her brothers Ken (Nena) Anderson, and Len (Nancy) Anderson. She was preceded in death by her sis­ ter Birget Anderson and her parents. A memorial service will be held at Grace Community Church, Nashville, at 1 p.m. on Sunday, August 11, with Pastor Don Roscoe officiat­ ing. In lieu offlowers, memori­ al contributions can be made to The Samaritan Fund at Grace Community Church or the Maple Valley Scholarship Fund. Information for each will be available at the church. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details, please visit our website at www. danielsfuneralhome.net. Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Aug. 12 Tilipia, wild rice, Prince Charles blend vegetables, asparagus, orange. Tuesday, Aug. 13 Spaghetti and meatballs in sauce, tossed salad, tropical fruit, breadstick. Wednesday, Aug. 14 Hamburger, baked beans, coleslaw, banana, bun. Thursday, Aug. 15 Chicken Caesar salad, pasta salad, cantaloupe, breaksticks. Friday, Aug. 16 Swiss steak and gravy, au gratin potatoes, Brussels sprouts, sliced pears, roll. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Aug. 12 Cheddar cheese, black bean and tomato salad, tropi­ cal fruit, club crackers. Tuesday, Aug. 13 Sliced ham with cheddar cheese, coleslaw, prunes, bun. Wednesday, Aug. 14 Hard boiled eggs, potato salad, applesauce, granola bar. Thursday, Aug. 15 Chicken Caesar salad, pasta salad, cantaloupe, crackers. Friday, Aug. 16 Peanut butter and jelly, pea and cheese sand., Mandarin oranges, English muffin. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Aug. 12 Tilipia, wild rice, mixed vegetables, asparagus, orange. Tuesday, Aug. 13 Spaghetti and meatballs in sauce, cauliflower, apple crisp. Wednesday, Aug. 14 Hamburger, roasted pota­ toes, green beans, bun, banana. Thursday, Aug. 15 Beans and franks, peas, peach crisp, granola bar. Friday, Aug. 16 Swiss steak, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, Brussels sprouts, bread pudding, diced pears. Activities Calendar Monday, Aug. 12 Hastings: Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; TV Strings; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; PATH Class 1-3:30 p.m.; Mini Massage; Kinship Support 11:30 a.m.-l p.m. at Tangletown. H,W,N - Rem­ iniscence. Tuesday, Aug. 13 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14 Hastings: Music with Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Tigers Watch Party 2:10 p.m. Nashville: Legal Aid. Thursday, Aug. 15 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 a.m.; Blue Pressure 11:30 a.m.; Alzh Caregiver Support 3:30 p.m. Delton: Puzzles/ Trivia; Kinship Support 10:30 a.m. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, Aug. 16 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Sing-A-Long; Visiting. COMMUNITY NOTICE Please come and share in the fun with the Vermontville Congregational Church as they host a box social in the park in Vermontville on August 11th at 4:30 p.m. Please bring a decorated box filled V with picnic foods that will be auctioned off and lawn chairs. Beverages will be furnished. In case of rain it will be held in the church basement. There will be entertainment. Proceeds will be used for a new church roof. tzssoim �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, August 10, 2013 — Page 3 The Revue planning auditions for ‘The Nutcracker’ The Revue at Main Theatre House will auditions for Nutcracker” Tuesday, 20, at 6 p.m. Street host “The Aug. “The Nutcracker” is pre­ sented by Step N’ Time Dance Studio and The Revue with producer Bill Reynolds; director/choreographer, Kimberly Rodriguez; and assistant director Hollie Auten. This team is assembling 30 to 40 actors and dancers from fourth grade through adult. Female leads will need to be on pointe. Many fea­ ture dancers are needed who will have solo opportunities in multiple roles. Some non­ dancing small parts are need­ ed, as well. The principal part of Narrator is a non-dancing adult, and the role of Uncle Drosselmeyer will be a mini­ mal or non-dancing adult male. Some boys and men are needed. Rehearsals will be at The Revue or Step N’ Time Antique cars to be on display at Charlton Park Saturday Have a special vehicle that turns heads? Want bragging rights for best in show? Bring it to the annual August Fest Antique Car Show at Historic Charlton Park Saturday, Aug. 17. More than 20 awards, trophies and EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential * Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel 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 in 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE g 8 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa door prizes will be given out to top vehicles by local spon­ sors. “People have a strong relationship with their cars, and restoration projects have grown in popularity, thanks to TV shows like the History Channel’s ‘Counting Cars’” said Stacey Graham, event coordinator. Vehicle registration begins at 9 a.m., with awards at 3 p.m. The historic village and museum will be open for self-guided tours. In addi­ tion, numerous nonprofit organizations and vendors will be set up at the park’s walnut grove distributing information and selling antiques, household items, tools, car parts, baked goods and crafts. The Barry County Animal Shelter will have adoptable animals on site. A food vendor will be available with festival favorites, and music will add to the festivi­ ties. Come early or stay late and visit the beach and boat launch, or enjoy fishing, pic­ nicking and hiking on the grounds, said Graham. The gates at Charlton Park are open daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Spectator admission and parking is free. Vehicle registration is $10 per vehicle. Call the park for vendor information. Historic Charlton Park is located north of M-79, -and, between Hastings Nashville, at 2545 S. Charlton Park Road. For more informa- LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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 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 Morning Worship............................. 11 Evening Worship............................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ........... 6:45 p.m. . . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. 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 School 10: 00 Church Service 11: 00 Fellowship tion, visit www.charltonpark.org or call 269-945-3775. Fridays from 4 to 8 p.m. with more rehearsals closer to the show date. Some Sunday afternoon rehearsals will be scheduled, as needed. Anyone wishing to audi­ tion should bring dance shoes and be ready to learn choreography. Those want­ ing non-dancing parts should be ready to read. Entrance for auditions will be through the side entry at 301 N Main St. in Nashville. Show dates for “The Nutcracker” are Dec. 6, 7, 8, 13, 14 and 15. Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. Matinees Saturdays and Sundays will be at 3 p.m. DeCamps to celebrate SOth wedding anniversary Kevin and Kim Fletcher of Nashville wish to announce the engagement of their daughter, Sara Fletcher to Kaleb Root, son of Tim and Doreen Root of Vermontville. The bride-to-be is a 2009 graduate of Maple Valley High School and is currently employed with Eye Care Associates in Charlotte. The groom is a 2008 graduate of Maple Valley High School and 2012 graduate of KCC and is currently employed with Spectrum Health Systems in Grand Rapids. A September 21, 2013 country wedding is being planned. GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training . PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org Gardner-Platte Mr and Mrs Pat Gardner of Vermontville, MI are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Breann Gardner, to Roger Platte, son of Mr and Mrs Mike Platte of Vermontville, MI. Breann is a graduate of Michigan State University and is employed by Banfield Pet Hospital as a Veterinary Technician. Roger is employed by Carol's Excavating as an operator doing road construc­ tion. A September 21st wedding is planned. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a A.M. Service....... .................. 11 P.M. Service........ .................... 6 Wed. Service ..... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . 517-726-0526 . Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. . Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service ............ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Worship............................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 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 Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News classified ads ^-Diana’s The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday — Friday S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. W.orship 11:15 a.m. .PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 203 N. State, Nashville FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................... 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 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. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Robert and Arlene DeCamp will celebrate 60 years of marriage on August 15, 2013. They have two children, Julie (Larry) Wilhelm and Bradley DeCamp, and one son, Bryan DeCamp, deceased; five grandsons and two great-granddaughters. A family celebration is planned. Cards may be sent to Robert and Arlene DeCamp, 8511 E. Maple Grove Rd., Nashville, Ml 49073. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .. .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship..................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517) 852-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 10,2013 Memories of the Past Threshing parties and farm accidents ■ ■ were This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Aug. 9, 1983. She wrote: Stories of haying and harvesting filled pages of the early Nashville News from mid­ July to mid-August or later each year. Annual reports on the first crops brought to market, as well as curren prices were ofgreat interes to early News readers — along with the more colorfu accounts of mishaps an mayhem associated with th harvest season. Excerpt from those early issues ar presented here to give a glimpse ofthat era. Afew o thefollowing items appeare in a Memories piece pub lished in August 1980, bu most have not been printe before in this column.) O* VbU nnU BARGAIN da,ly $90.00 ; C. L. Glasgow agons for hauling freshly threshed grain were advertised in 1923 by C.L. gow’s, a hardware store, operating over 50 years on Nashville’s Main Street. $90 beauty included neck yoke and whiffletrees. Horses played an important role arly harvests — suffering along with the farmer in the beastly summer heat. asionally, the animals wreaked havoc, as the News noted July 16, 1877, in rting that Judge Barnum’s team, attached to a binder, ran away while Judge was wheat on George Galltin’s place, and “smashed things up considerable.” twilight 4:00-6:00 PM O© ELYSIUM (R) SAT-SUN 11:20,1:50,4:30, 7:00, 9:30 MON-TH 4:30, 7:00, 9:30 O® WE'RE THE MILLERS (R) SAT-SUN 11:30,2:00,4:40, 7:10, 9:40 MON-TH 4:40, 7:10,9:40 O 30 PERCY JACKSON SEA OF MONSTERS (PG) ttsopmimiMran mutt DAILY 4:10, 9:15 O PERCY JACKSON SEA OF MONSTERS (PG) SAT-SUN 11:00,1:30,6:50 MON-TH 6:50 O SMURFS 2 (PG) SAT-SUN 11:10,1:40,4:20,6:40,9:00 MON-TH 4:20,6:40,9:00 i Come in and look it over. * excludes Digital 30 O No passes (S) Stadium Seating SHOWTIMES 8/10-8/15 TITUS AND TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE F YOU have threshed and have to draw your a JL grain away, you need a good wagon. Here is | —3^x10 skein, tirfe 3xf, truss rodded, nicely J ed, a strictly high class job; includes neckyoke । whiffletrees. In July 1901, local farmers complained of not being able to hire sufficient help for harvesting their wheat and claimed that tons of hay were lost for the same reason. Lamented the News, “In these modern times, it seems young men no longer are willing to work for their money, but prefer to go to the city to seek soft jobs.” Whether these lads were hitching a ride to parts unknown is not clear. This unidentified photo was taken by Charles Harshberger, a professional photographer located in Nashville, in the early 1900s. (Photo courtesy Dorothy Hummel Martisch) Saturday hurled a young into a running threshing hine, where he was antly killed. However, sheriff’s department s they know nothing of an occurrence, and yria residents clam up n questioned. The fact ains that Tom Sanderson, ung transient who had ked for an Assyria farmer, has not been seen since last Saturday. The story is that he accidentally cut the hand of a companion while cutting bundles and was thrown to his death as a result. July 20, 1878 — The tem­ peratures have surpassed 100 degrees almost every day for a week, and there have been many cases of sunstroke by men working in the harvest fields. Many farmers have taken to resting during the day and working in the fields by moonlight. Aug. 14, 1880 — Some farmers are storing their wheat in the elevator, think­ ing they can possibly get $1.25 a bushel for it later. The local market reached $1.22 last week, but as we go to press, the price has dropped to $1.18. Aug. 12, 1882 — A selfpropeling threshing machine, the property of Stephen Springett of North Castleton, steamed along Main Street Wednesday ... Thousands of bushels of wheat is lost to farmers ofthis section by the continued wet weather, where it had been left in the field in the shock. Aug. 2, 1884 — The oat harvest is now well nigh ended. The crop is in general way heavy and will yield bountifully. July 16, 1887 — Sparks from a passing train set fire to O. A. Phillips’ wheat stub­ ble Tuesday and the fire had gained considerable head­ way when discovered. It was extinguished only after a lively struggle ... The first new wheat was brought into this market Tuesday by Jesse Downs, who marketed it at Wolcott, Smith & Company’s elevator. July 28, 1888 — Charles Dunham of Maple Grove, the victim of accidents innu­ merable, has added another serious one to his list. Last Monday afternoon while he was engaged in drawing wheat, a big load he was driving tipped over with him on a side hill, throwing him violently to the ground. His right shoulder was broken and dislocated. With his characteristic grit, he clam­ bered into the now empty wagon and drove to the Continued next page Castle Bounce House $200 - 15’xl5’ Set up & tear down included or $150per day. • 20x40 Tent - $200 • 100 Chairs - $100 • 10 Tables - $50 517-852-4210 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are. hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Stop in and try our HdmeCooidn I & Judy’s \ Country Kettle Cafe Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM 77580169 06799959 $1.99 BREAKFAST SPECIALS (3 to choose from) $3.95 LUNCH SPECIALS 2,„s15 Saturday thru Thursday 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. (That’s every night except Friday) 4 DINNER CHOICES that include Soup & Salad Bar and Dessert �I Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, August 10,2013 — Page 5 Putnam library wraps up summer with multitude of activities Community farmer dinner planned For the past eight weeks, readers young and old have enjoyed activities and events centered around “Dig into Reading” at Putnam District Library. Monday morning chil­ dren’s programs have seen up to 40 participants each week. Kids have been thrilled to be able to do hands-on gardening in gar­ den boxes built by the Frugal Living Exchange and other library volunteers, said Putnam District Library Children’s Director Emily Mater. Children had the chance to plant, weed, water, and harvest vegetables they helped grow. Summer read­ ers have learned about a vari­ ety of topics this year, including digging up clues from the past, planting seeds in the present and caring for this land in the future. Cayman Joppie and Dillon Adams plant seeds in the library’s garden in June. Bela Pena paints with vegetables. community fanner dinner. will be awarded prizes. If Bounty from the library gar­ anyone in the community has dens will be shared in home­ extra garden goodies to made dishes, and readers donate to this event, they are As a celebration ofthe end of summer reading, readers are asked to save the date of Wednesday, Aug. 21, for a Saturday, Aug. 17, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Kids are wel­ come to bring something they have built from home to show and share. Most importantly, kids of all ages are invited to come and have fun at the library. Call the library, 517-852­ 9723, for more information. asked to contact Mater at the library. Check the library’s Facebook page or pick up a flyer at the front desk for more information. The Lego club also has been a popular activity at the library. Builders of all ages are invited for a final block party of the summer Continued from previous page— Iss* W to [ CmfMj’jdfljj p WlM-ta tali taat(l|ifkfffi Kit Kit lltMitot* lltMitot *1. Mftteliitiirtit I «t SiMWtluilli Mifowiih ttt IIS ffiliti ii ta iijk toat, i li{ W k n nl tart^owtHite fa uiitW vfaijiikpM tyfe S Wfcwto sjfe mifciti Wk iaisi darctnsrpt^* tatM*’* house. The shoulder was set by Drs. L.F. Weaver and J.A. Baughman. July 7, 1889 — Marshall & Smith purchased the first load of new wheat that came to Nashville this summer. It came in Thursday and brought 75 cents per bushel. Aug. 4, 1893 — Wheat only brought 48 cents per bushel in Nashville market one day last week, but it has now risen to 51 cents. July 21, 1899 — Fanners in this vicinity have their wheat harvested and although the frequent show­ ers have interfered with the work somewhat, no serious damage has resulted. A few people have their crop threshed, and the yield is said to be above the estimat­ ed respective average for the state ... Ernie, little son of Mike Hall, was thrown from a load ofwheat into a mud hole one day this week and one wheel of the wagon which contained 45 bushels of wheat, passed diagonally over his body. Yet strange as it may appear, he was not injured in any way, except a few slight abrasions of the skin. Joe Aug. 4, 1899 Baker, a fanner living north and east of the village, expe­ rienced a little hard luck last Friday, caused by getting his hand mixed up in a hay fork. 174 S. Main St Vermontville I 517.726.0975 i He was unloading grain and in some manner, his left hand was caught between the rope and pulley and was badly mangled before he could get the horse stopped. Dr. Weaver examined the injury and found that an amputation ofthe little finger was necessary. July 13, 1900 The excessive amount of rain during the past several days has hindered our farmers from taking care of their crops. July 18, 1902 The severe storm Monday, which passed south and east of Nashville, did severe dam­ age to crops in some portions ofthe surrounding country ... R.A. Brooks has a field of oats that gives him a great deal of satisfaction. On a recent visit to his farm, he secured a stool containing five stalks, all grown from one seed and measuring five feet and 11 inches in height. The field contains 16 acres. Aug. 1, 1902 — During the severe storm that passed north of Stony Point last Friday afternoon, Forrest Jordan, who lives three miles north and one mile west of that place, received an almost fatal shock. He was pitching a load of wheat from the wagon to a stack when the stroke came, which left him unconscious for six Now accepting orders for homemade Beef Pasties (through August) Open Mon. - Sat. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner 8am-9pm MaFiorSmtoereet thIanJual c 1 e8n7tu9ry o, areea sfarmers have hauled wheat and other crops to this elevator on Nashville s South y, Ainsworth & Brooks completed this structure to replace an earlier one. The new fnaceilistys w^a tsharat tpeadrtanserosnheip o wf tahsedfiisnseosltveindthinis1 p 90a1rt wofh tehne Bsrtaotoek.sLsaoteldr, hBisroinotkesretsoto tko RTiocwhanrsdenTdow wnhsoenind 1in9to20thse oldbI uosui-t ness^ that partnership was dissolved in 1901 when Brooks sold his interest to Townsend, who in 1920soldI out to the newly-formed Nashville Co-op Elevator Association. In this early 1940s photo, the old Nashville Co-op Creamery can be seen at right. hours. July 7, 1903 — Haying is nearly completed and what has proved to be a good crop has been harvested. Aug. 7, 1903 — Pearl Staup has closed his barber shop and will go with a threshing party. The front of the building occupied by him will be used as a cigar store by Ross Walrath. July 13, 1905 — Farmers have been having a serious time gathering their hay crop on account of the almost incessant rains. Wheat is ready to cut also, and the wet weather threatens to serious­ ly damage this crop. July 27, 1905 — Haying and harvesting is about over around here except oats, which are rapidly ripening. Com is coming nicely, and those who were fortunate enough to get com planted will be repaid by a large crop ... The first load of new wheat marketed here this year was purchased by John Ehret by Townsend Bros. It tested 60 pounds, and he was paid 84 cents a bushel for it. Aug. 5, 1926 — Wheat is beginning to roll in at the elevator. The market holds steady at $1.20 a bushel. July 25, 1929 — Wheat is coming into the elevator here at the rate ofmore than 2,000 bushels a day. July 24, 1930 — Jesse Garlinger reports the best yield of wheat this year. From 18 acres, he threshed 864 bushels, or 48 bushels per acre. Aug. 3, 1933 — Members of a wheat allotment com­ mittee will meet with the Barry County farmers and businessmen to explain how the new government plan will work and how the peo­ ple of the county will benefit from its operation. The pur­ pose of the wheat production allotment is to ensure the farmer a price for his wheat that is equal in purchasing power to that of the 1914 wheat crop. July 21, 1939 The Nashville elevator shipped five cars of new wheat last week, another car Monday and two more Tuesday. Aug. 25, 1939 — Loans on 1939 wheat now are available to farmers through the Agriculture Conservation Department. Farmers may secure loans on wheat, receiving a guarantee of 76 cents per bushel. COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE CENTER Your Local GM Automotive Specialists LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON 9A-79 Our Diagnostic Computer Software is Compatible With All Makes b Models 945-0191 JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO JUTVICl, IRC. AM MatterTechnician 2A HOUR TO NG SERVICE AVAILABLE �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, August 10,2013 High school sports practice starts this week at MVHS The first football practice of the season kicks off the fall sports season at Maple Valley High School next week. The high school football program will host its first practices Monday, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and then after a break go again from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the high school practice field. Sideline cheer practice also starts Monday, from 5: 30 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the high school football field. Soccer practice will be from 8:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at the Fuller Street Soccer Field Wednesday, Aug. 14. Volleyball practice begins from 4:30 p.m. until 6: 30 p.m. in the high school gymnasium. Cross Country practice begins the following day, Thursday, Aug. 15 with a practice from 9:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the high school track. All athletes need to have a physical on file with the office dated after April 15 to participate in practices and games. Contact athletic director Duska Brumm with any questions at (517) 852­ 9275 ext. 12. Credit score should not affect insurance rates Your concerns and ideas matter. In fact, they have been the driving force behind some of the legislation I’ve introduced. House Bill 4888, is just one example. It is a direct response to concerns expressed by an elderly cou­ ple I met at a community meal regarding insurance less ofthe activity or time of rates. This couple said they year. were paying a higher car The Health & Safety insurance rate because they Resources page of the did not use credit cards and MHSAA Website has a set a thus had no credit history number of links to different and a zero credit rating. After publications and informa- discussing this issue with tion, and a free online pres­ entation from the National Federation of State High School Associations. Visit MHSAA.com, click on Schools, and then on Health & Safety Resources to find the information. “We know now more than we ever have about when the risk is high and who is most at risk, and we’re fortunate to be able to communicate that information better than ever before to administrators, coaches, athletes and par­ To the editor: I will put aside my lack of ents. said John E. “Jack” Roberts, executive director faith and dislike of the DNR ofthe MHSAA. “Heat stroke in its statement about mute is almost always preventable, swans. Must we kill another and we encourage everyone avail themselves of the species for acting like ani­ to information on our website.” mals that are only protecting MHSAA has come up with a new hot weather policy With the beginning of a new year for high school sports just a week away, members of the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) have been preparing to follow a new model policy for hot weather activity, guided by a new publication and a rules meeting emphasis on heat and hydration. The MHSAA Representative Council adopted a Model Policy for Managing Heat & Humidity earlier this year, a plan many schools have since adopted at the local level. The plan directs schools to begin mon­ itoring the heat index at the activity site once the air tem­ perature reaches 80 degrees, and provides recommenda­ tions when the heat index reaches certain points, including ceasing activities when it rises above 104 degrees. The model policy is out- COBBWEUDRIUING (REPAIR • • • • 7 Day Service Pumps Installed & Repaired Service On Submersible Pumps 2” - 5" Well Drilling and Repair 30 /ears Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Uc. f1748 lined in a number of places, including a new publication called Heat Ways, which is available for download from the MHSAA Website. Heat Ways not only provides the model policy, but addresses the need for proper acclima­ tization in hot weather. The topic of heat-related injuries receives a lot of attention at this time ofyear, especially when deaths at the professional, collegiate and interscholastic levels of sport occur, and especially since they are preventable in most cases with the proper precau­ tions. In football, data from the National Federation of State High School Associations shows that 41 high school players have died from heat stroke between 1995 and 2012. Even before the days of the Internet, the MHSAA held a leadership role in pro­ viding resources each Spring to assist schools in their preparation for hot pre-sea­ son practices. In addition to the information now con­ tained in Heat Ways, the Association is making deal­ ing with heat, hydration and acclimatization the topic for its required pre-season rules meetings for coaches and officials. The 15-minute online presentation spends a fair amount of time talking' about the need for good hydration in sports, regard- Located Downtown Vermontville W 130 s. 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(517)290.- 555Free F6r.e e esti9554. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, August 10, 2013 — Page 7 From the Pulpit What do you want from God? by Pastor Marc S. Livingston Chester Gospel Church A blind man, Bartimaeus, was sitting by the side of the road. Upon hearing a crowd going by and inquiring who was causing all the excitement, he cried out to Jesus to have mercy on him. (Mercy is simply not getting the pun­ ishment deserved.) Bartimaeus had a real need. And the only one who could correct the problem was Jesus. The same is true today. Each person who is reading this has some kind of issue that only God can correct. The biggest issue is that of eternal life. Where will eternity be spent, in Heaven or Hell? Once again, mercy is needed. Romans 3:23 says, “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” Falling short by an inch or a mile has the same result. It’s still short. And we deserve Hell because of sin. 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At 8:30 p.m., all youths will demonstrate their completed Lego robot­ ics challenges. In addition to the Science Blast activities, all youths age 9 to 19 will have the chance to participate in the LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by EUGENE A. GRECO and BETH GRECO, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 28, 2006, and recorded on August 8,2006, in Document No. 1168282, and assigned by said mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon, as Trustee for CIT Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-1, by Caliber Home Loans, Inc., f/k/a Vericrest Financial, Inc., as its attorney in fact, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Six Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Nine Dollars and Eighty Cents ($136,229.80), including interest at 8.890% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, At the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 01:00 PM o'clock, on September 5, 2013 Said premis­ es are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 14, PLEASANT VALLEY ESTATES, YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THERE­ OF IN LIBER 6 OF PLATS ON PAGE 13. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. If the above referenced property is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 600 of the Michigan Compiled Laws, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damag­ ing the property during the redemption period. The Bank of New York Mellon, as Trustee for CIT Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-1, by Caliber Home Loans, Inc., f/k/a Vericrest Financial, Inc., as its attorney in fact Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 VF.000070 CONV (08-03)(08-24) 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 certain mortgage made by: Carl Forsythe, An Unmarried Man and Tammy L. Peters, An Unmarried Woman to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Americas Wholesale Lender, its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 17, 2006 and recorded August 28, 2006 in Instrument # 1169197 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned through mesne assign­ ments to: Green Tree Servicing, LLC, by assignment dated June 6,2013 and subsequently record­ ed in Barry County Records on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty­ Seven Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Five Dollars and EightyOne Cents ($187,495.81) includ­ ing interest 7.13% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged 'premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on September 5, 2013 Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 132 feet of the West 30 acres of the North one-half of the Southeast onequarter of Section 32, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, except the North 583 feet thereof; also the South 208.71 feet of the West 181 feet of the East 313 feet thereof. Also a strip of land described as: The North one-half of the Southeast one-quarter of Section 32, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, except the West 30 acres thereof. Also except the East 50 acres thereof. Commonly known as 11377 Davis Rd, Middleville Ml 49333 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption 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; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the prop­ erty is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damag­ ing the property during the redemption period. Dated: 8/03/2013 Green Tree Servicing, LLC, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 13-83957 (08-03)(08-24) Call anytime for Maple Valley News ads 269-945-9554 second annual robotics chal­ lenge. Youths will program a Lego robot to complete a variety ofchallenges. Youths may pre-register for the robotics challenge sessions Wednesday, Aug. 21, from 1 to 5 p.m. and Thursday, Aug. 22, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Computers are limited. There will be a small fee to help defray the cost of snacks. For more information, call Heverly at the Eaton County MSU Extension office, 517­ 543-2310, or email sisungch@anr.msu.edu. LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, OR IF YOU ARE A DEPENDANT OF AN ACTIVE SERVICE MEMBER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400 AS YOU MAY BE ENTITLED TO THE BENEFITS NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE OF THE SERVICEMEMBERS' FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & CIVIL RELIEF ACT. SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING MORTGAGE SALE - Default TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED has been made in the conditions WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ of a mortgage made by Diane L. individual, to POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR Jenkins, OFFICE AT THE NUMBER CitiMortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS dated April 25, 2005 and record­ IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ed May 13, 2005 in Instrument DEFAULT having been made in Number 1146459, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on July 25,2007, claimed to be due at the date by Vaughn R. Dingledine Sr. hereof the sum of Eighty (a/k/a Vaughn Dingledine) and Thousand Seven Hundred Six Margaret Dingledine, husband and 16/100 Dollars ($80,706.16) and wife, as Mortgagor, given by including interest at 5.875% per them to MainStreet Savings annum. Under the power of sale con­ Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, tained in said mortgage and the Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, statute in such case made and and recorded on July 30, 2007, in provided, notice is hereby given the office of the Register of that said mortgage will be fore­ Deeds for Barry County, closed by a sale of the mort­ Michigan, in Instrument Number gaged premises, or some part of 20070730-0000293, which mort­ them, at public vendue at the gage was assigned to place of holding the circuit court Commercial Bank by an within Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on 08/22/2013. Said Assignment of Mortgage dated premises are located in the September 19, 2012, recorded Township of Thornapple, Barry on October 4, 2012, in Instrument County, Michigan, and are Number 2012-005330, Barry described as: County Records, on which That part of the Northwest 1/4 Mortgage there is claimed to be of Section 25, and that part of the due and unpaid, as of the date of Southwest 1/4 of Section 24, all this Notice, the sum of Thirty-Five in Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thousand One Hundred Fifty- described as: Beginning at the One and 42/100 Dollars Northeast corner of the West 1/2 ($35,151.42); and no suit or pro­ of said Northwest 1/4; thence ceeding at law or in equity having North 90 degrees 00 minutes been instituted to recover the West 231.00 feet along the North debt or any part thereof secured line of said Northwest 1/4; thence by said Mortgage, and the power South 0 degrees 30 minutes of sale in said Mortgage having West 290.50 feet parallel with the become operative by reason of East line of the West 1/2 of said such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ Northwest 1/4; thence North 90 BY GIVEN that on Thursday, degrees 00 minutes West 150.00 August 22, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in feet; thence North 0 degrees 30 the afternoon, at the Barry minutes East 290.50 feet; thence County Courthouse in Hastings, North 21 degrees 03 minutes Michigan, that being one of the East 143.30 feet; thence South places for holding the Circuit 68 degrees 57 minutes East Court for Barry County, there will 177.23 feet along the centerline be offered for sale and sold to the of state road; thence highest bidder or bidders at pub­ Southeasterly 171.25 feet along lic auction or venue for purposes a 1050.00 foot radius curve to the of satisfying the amounts due and left, the long chord bearing South unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ 73 degrees 37 minutes East er with all allowable costs of sale 171.06 feet; thence South 0 and includable attorney fees, the degrees 00 minutes West 21.83 lands and premises in said feet to the place of beginning. Mortgage mentioned and Subject to a right of way for State described as follows: LAND SIT­ Road over the Northeasterly 33.0 UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF feet thereof. HOPE, COUNTY OF BARRY, The redemption period shall be MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: b months from the date of such Lot 88 of Steven’s Wooded Acres sale, unless determined aban­ #2, according to the recorded plat doned in accordance with MCLA thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of §600.3241 a, in which case the Plats on Page 60, Hope redemption period shall be 30 Township. Also including a 1965 days from the date of such sale. Parkwood Manufactured Home TO ALL PURCHASERS: The mortgagee can with Affidavit of Affixture of foreclosing Manufactured Home recorded rescind the sale. In that event, August 29, 2005, Document No. your damages, if any, are limited 1151818, Barry County Records. solely to the return of the bid Commonly known address: 6439 amount tendered at sale, plus Woods Trail Drive, Delton, interest. If the property is sold at fore­ Michigan 49046 Parcel ID Number: 08-07-310-088-00 The closure sale, pursuant to MCL period within which the above 600.3278, the borrower will be premises may be redeemed shall held responsible to the person expire six (6) months from the who buys the property at the date of sale, unless determined mortgage foreclosure sale or to abandoned in accordance with the mortgage holder for damage M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in to the property during the which case the redemption peri­ redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ od shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: July 12, erty, please contact our office as 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, you may have certain rights. COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COM­ Dated: July 20, 2013 MERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Orlans Associates, P.C. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Attorneys for Servicer Mortgagee Attorneys for P.O. Box 5041 Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Troy, Ml 48007-5041 Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) File No. 671.1799 06817365 371-8253 (07-20) (08-10) oesraw (07-20)(08-10) LEGAL NOTICE �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, August 10,2013 SOFTBALL, continued from page 1 Nancy (Green) Ewing (kneeling eighth from left) poses with the 1976 MSU National Championship fast-pitch softball team. Teammates include (kneeling from left) Carmen King, Ann Nolan, Ann Anderson, Gayle Barrons, Gwen White, Pati Lawson, Deb Roberts, Nancy Green, Laury Ward, JoAnn McKim, (standing) Dianne Ulibarre, head coach; Pat Fellows, manager; Linda Levesque, graduate assistant; Jan Howell, trainer; Nancy Schneider, Nance Lyons, Pam Berlinski, Carol Hutchins, Diane Spoelstra, Linda Haglund, Sue Lawson, Gloria Becksford, Kathy Strahan, Cathy Paye and Deb Peuen. THE MOE PENDENT WEDNESDAY. JUNE 23. 1971 PACE S Local Gal Thrives on Softball by Mary Ann Kryzanowlcs don't know What Wo Uke to have a weekend without aofiball." Mid Nancy Green, Grand Ledge's contribution to the Lansing Laurels Women'a Fast Pitch Softball Club. NANCY GREEN ...loves uniform Nancy is an 18-year-okf freshman physical location major at Lansing Community College, lie had once considered teaching mathematics, m admits that now she is not so interested in tat profession. Softball has been a way of life for Nancy since was big enough to handle a ball and bat. Her terest in the sport supercedes her studies, bich has created a problem with her academic ending at LCC, she Intends to buckle down in -tool but says she will not sacrifice softball. Nancy attributes her athletic abilities partly her family. Her father, Charles Green, of 16D Benton rd., is an avid sports follower and s encouraged the family's participation in <ortt. She also has three older brothers, Roger. 28, ।vid, 22, and Ron, 20, who always included I” <”eir athletic activities "1 younger brochar. Dennis, 7 wi tod ySSw m ■hJZ |WUh| tbe °^°r boy*’ heY ts^now *lgn> °f becom‘n8 • «ar «o<tba 11 pitcher. CehZTr.JV* *au.m^mber of thc Charlotte H High ^^LCLr ^^LCLr ^LCLr ’“ ’“ Association Association before before she she was fating became Involved with the Unsing Laurels when she responded to a news«d seeking potential players. She was particularly attracted to rhe team because they wore wo rretheuni uniforms wfoerrme s oaand wnl dPabe because ecarsu-se her brothers told .r.they Payers.r“.I heaydwere wneerevegowl gro s ween atyheersL-aurels play ball untiel “I had never seen the Laurels play ball until 1 T?-,,®? th5 f,r0t road telP wlth them," she said. But Im the type of perso person "n who knows what I want, then I go out and get It." Although she travels on all road trips with the Laurels, Nancy spends much of her time during league competition on the bench, hoping for a chance to show her abilities in center center-­ field. Usually she doesn't get that chance until the team plays exhibition, she said. "Some kids at school think it’s kind of funny that rm so crazy about softball,” she said, "but people don’t realize how women's soft­ ball is growing." Nancy explained that there are 19 women’s softball teams in Lansing this year, which is nine more than last year. This year, the Laurels consist of 17 girls, ranging in age from 15 to 41. Regarding the appearance of the team, Nancy said. "The Laurels is a feminine team. Most people, when they think of a girls’ softball team, think of big, husky, masculine players, but our manager makes the team feminine. We’re not allowed to smoke, drink or swear—and the girls must wear dresses when they’re not in uniform. Some of the girls even go to the beauty shop before the games.” This season, thc Laurels will travel more than 6,000 miles to compete tn more than 70 games against other women’s teams in Ohio, Nebraska, Wisconsin and Indiana. "I get sick and tired of ridlntr in cars," Nancj said) 111 imagine wbai I wot Purves, had been laid to rest the Monday before the induction. Another player Mary Nutter had died a few years before. Carol Hutchins, now the softball coach at the University ofMichigan and a Laurel teammate gave the Nancy Ewing of Nashville is inducted into the Greater Lansing Area Sports Hall of Fame for being on the 1974 and 1975 Lansing Laurels a fast-pitch softball team which played national and international ball. Ewing is joined by family members (from left) Ryan Nevins friend, daughter Kortney Davis; son Andy and his wife, Kathy Ewing; daughter-in-law Becky Ewing and her husband (son) Chris; Nancy and her husband Mike. (Missing from the photo is son Nick Ewing) speech, said Ewing. Hutchins talked about Purves and said, “We played hard on the field but we were women off the field.” “The Laurels were chosen for induction because they were a league of their own long before there was a ‘League of Their Own’ movie, said Executive Director of the Greater Lansing Area Sports Hall of Fame Bob Every. “ These girls’ athletic ability was nothing short of phenome­ nal. Many of them started out playing on boys teams because their talent was that good and at a time when girls softball was still in the devel­ oping stages.” From a farm girl pitching stones to an award winning athlete, Ewing is indeed in a league ofher own. laurels Split In Houston HOUSTON - Tn. Latuto, Mturedlis overall Murels oitvherall team teiaim record redcord standi with « wii» and « slatmva* nvtdh * ireawelteitgrh a cmo«ems wlie ni ii»nth ge tnw do o«l Um* three games in the Hous­ ton Teus Women's Fast Pitta Invitational Tournament Satur­ day. In their flrM same, the iaiurel* were defeated by the Kansas City Show-Men. 4-3. In the second game, the Laurel* defeated th*‘ Wichita Arrows. 8-f. Debbi .e Ke .nt was lhe winninx Debbie Kent pitcher for the laurels, making Irer record 21-7. 217 U s pt a H ous This article on Nancy (Green) Ewing appeared in the Independent a subsidiary of the Lansing State Journal, June 23, 1971. Ewing, a 1970 Grand Ledge graduate, said there were no sports programs for girls at the high school level. This MSU varsity letter for softball was awarded to Nancy (Green) Ewing 30 years after the team won a national championship. Women did not receive varsity letters when Ewing attended in the 70s. It took 20 years to get a championship ring, said Ewing. Nancy (Green) Ewing comes from the outfield when she was a member of the Lansing Laurels fast-pitch softball team in the 1970s. Ewing said she had been teased and called the “Mean Green Machine” for her strength. 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Apply on-line, then call 616.949.2303 J for immediate consideration. ^EmploymentGroup Measurably better employees. facebook.com/employmentgroup Nancy (Green) Ewing comes tearing into home plate as a member of the Lansino Laurels The Laurels were a professional fast-pitch softball team who competed Hp nationally and in Canada. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-08-17.pdf 07140cb47b36e6dae7f3dffd4a5ada89 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY™ ■ Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 33, August 17, 2013 Stem cell procedure may help Becky Wheeler to walk again Dawn Hilliker (left) and Becky Wheeler with Joan Tutt (standing) pose in front of Good Time Pizza in Nashville. The three met at the restaurant to discuss fundraisers to aid Wheeler in her quest to walk again. by Shari Carney Staff Writer In the fourth procedure to correct an arteriovenus mal­ formation, Becky Wheeler of Nashville was left paralyzed when a small amount of the alcohol used to bum the veins went into the spinal cord. “One little spot on the left side was damaged, said Wheeler. who is now con­ fined to a wheelchair. A conversation with a physician at the University of Michigan birthed hope when the doctor asked Wheeler if she had consid­ ered stem cell procedure. He said she was a prime candi­ date to walk again. Wheeler does have some feeling in her legs and is regaining other sensations. “I can feel my stomach growl now,” Said Wheeler. “I haven’t felt that in one and a half years. It’s the little things you don’t think of but we do.” The “we” was in reference to Dawn Hilliker. Hilliker is a friend to Wheeler. She is Jennifer Curtis places third in National Miss You Can Do It pageant by Shari Carney Staff Writer Jennifer Curtis, a 2008 Maple Valley graduate, recently participated in a national Miss You Can Do It pageant. The pageant is for girls and women with special needs and was founded by Abbey Curran. Curran, afflicted with cerebral palsy, won Miss Iowa in 2008 and went on to compete in the Miss U.S.A, pageant. Curtis, bom with cerebral palsy on her left side, said she learned about Curran and the pageant from an Internet surfing session. also in a wheelchair as a result of being paralyzed. A throw from a horse on June 1, 2011 landed Hilliker’s spine on top of a metal gate, causing the T-l 1 vertebrae to shatter. Bone shards were imbedded in the spinal cord. While Hilliker does not believe she is a candidate for a stem cell procedure, she is lending support and encour­ agement to her friend. Wheeler and Hilliker met at the housing complex they both reside at on Reed Street. “We’re power girls,” said Wheeler in reference to their two power-operated chairs. The two have found friend­ ship in their shared condition and are often tooling around Nashville in the evenings. The procedure takes stem cells from umbilical cords and is not available in the United States. Wheeler has been accepted to two clinics, one in the Ukraine and a sec­ ond in Germany. Wheeler is weighing the options and is still deciding which to select. The cost of the flight, proce­ dure and accomodations for her and her husband, Kevin, is estimated at $20,000. See THERAPY, pg. 2 Vermontville Village has a new treasurer by Shari Carney Staff Writer Kathy Joppie has been selected as the new treasurer for the Village of Vermontville. The Vermontville Village Council unanimously approved the recommenda­ tion made by its personnel committee at the regular council meeting held on Thursday, Aug. 8. Joppie lives in Nashville and, for 28 years, had been Kathy Joppie of married to Steve Joppie, a Nashville has been named 1969 Maple Valley graduate. treasurer for the Village of Steve died in 1995. Joppie has two children, Jason Vermontville. (Katrina) and Brooke (Allen) the village. Tamez has begun Steele and five grandchil­ working with Joppie. dren. “I’m just getting started She first applied for the with the training,” said treasurer position in June and Joppie. “She [Tamez] is very didn’t hear anything until a knowledgeable, a great couple of weeks later. After teacher.” an initial phone interview, Joppie will be in the office Joppie took tests which cov­ two days a week with exact ered Excel programs and days still to be determined. record keeping. This was fol­ In addition to spending lowed by reference and back­ time with family, Joppie said ground checks as well as a she loves to cook, to crochet final interview with the per­ and is a seamstress. Purple Petunia Creations, a business sonnel committee. Laurie Tamez, a certified Joppie formed with best public accountant, has been friend Fran Krueger, special­ reconciling the books --and izes in custom crochet chris­ implementing procedures for tening gowns. In This Issue Jennifer Curtis with mom, Leigh Ann, after placing .third in the Miss You Can Do It pageant in Kewanee, III. Abbey Curran, founder of the Miss You Can Do It pageant, shares a moment with this year’s third place winner, Jennifer Curtis. “I did a Google search of people with cerebral palsy looking for inspiration,” said Curtis describing how she came upon the pageant. Bethany Hamilton of the book and subsequent movie, “Soul Surfer,” is another inspiring figure to Curtis. Hamilton, a competitive See PAGEANT, pg. 3 • Trucker drives into drive-thru, then drives away • New businesses open in Nashville • Fall coaches announced; parent meeting is Aug. 26 • Village Meet and Greet is held in Vermontville �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, August 17, 2013 Buildings and staff prepare for school to begin Parent meeting for Fuller Street parents Monday by Shari Carney Staff Writer An updated library will be unveiled to students entering the Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School, said Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon at the regular meeting of the school board Monday, Aug. 1-2. The library is being purged of books which have not been checked out in the past five years. Falcon is seeking buyers for the older materials. The oldest book discovered has a publish date of 1845 and a 1902 collec­ tion of Sherlock Holmes was All the books have been removed from the shelves at the library in the Maple Valley discovered. Falcon said Jr./Sr. High School. Any book that has not been checked out in the past five years is some of the older books will being purged. The shelves are being painted and computer stations moved to freshbe kept for display. Pat Reese from Lakewood en the space. Public Schools has been spearheading the renovation. Reese is a former associate of Falcon’s. Fuller Street School teach­ ers have completed the first three days of training with the RISC institute and, in addition, will be receiving training from the Battle Creek Math and Science cen­ ter, said Principal Susanne Waffle in a written report to the board. Special education staff is being trained in August on TieNet, a new reporting and IEP writer system. Waffle attended the Michigan Association of Administrators of Special Education conference in Traverse City, August 11 to 14. Kim Russell paints the walls of the library in the Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School. Fuller Street has new tile flooring which has replaced ings are to inform parents has been meeting with THERAPY, the carpeted areas. about, the implementation of Falcon to review and update Three new teachers have the new personalized model. operating procedures, hand­ continued from been hired to fill positions at Mark Walstrom will be books, meeting schedules Fuller Street. ( For introduc­ instructing teachers on the and the school calendar. page 1— tions of the teachers see this Smart Data package and how Sixth grade orientation “He’s been awesome,” week’s Superintendent’s to read and analyze data, will be Tuesday, Aug. 27 at 6 said Wheeler,.'“I can’t even Comer). including MEAP. p.m. starting in the auditori­ describe how amazing he’s Parent meetings were held Jr./Sr. High School um, said Gonser. in July and one is scheduled Principal Todd Gonser, in “We continue to work on been.” “He should be giving hus­ for Monday, Aug. 19 at 6:30 his written report to the improving in all areas of the lessons,” added p.m. The meeting will be in board, said staff is continu­ MEAP and MME,” said band the board room ofthe admin­ ing to work on curriculum Gonser in the report. “The Hilliker. Wheeler said Kevin helps istration building. The meet- binders. Gonser reported he junior class of 2014 met or her and never complains, exceeded the state average in even after working a 15- to all areas of the MME.” The board approved the 16-hour day,;, Kevin is a compayment of the general fund mercial driver; “We’ve wiped put his bills of $534,111; athletic, The Place to Gofor Professional Styling $3,595; food service, retirement — everything. MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN $55,329; July, 12 payroll, He’s never once com­ $149,881; July .26 payroll, plained,” said Wheeler, who HAIR STYLING & NAILS added she has applied fpr dis$147,916. Open Wednesday — Friday The board also received ability to help out but has S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. the resignation of Fuller been denied four times. Another friend, Joan Tutt, Street Maple Valley 1-517-852-9481 Academy teacher, Amy is determined to see Wheeler 06799647 4ST Mwalk again and is organizing Billings. fund raisers to help defray costs. A community cookbook is in the offing. Forms will be Stop in and try our distributed in area businesses, churches and among civic Home Cookin’ groups asking people to write ( Jack & Judy’s \ BARGAIN TWILIGHT BREAKFAST DAILY 4:00-6:00 PM four or five of their favorite • excludes Digital 3D SPECIALS recipes. Tutt hopes to gather O No passes © stadium Seating (3 to choosefrom) Country SHOWTIMES 8/17 - 8/20 300 to 400 recipes. Kettle TITLES AND TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE In September, the Amish community is preparing a Cafe O® KICK-ASS 2 (R) LUNCH SAT-SUN 11:10,1:40,4:20,6:50,920 chicken dinner fundraiser and SPECIALS MON-TUE 4:20,6:50, 9:20 a spaghetti dinner is slated O ELYSIUM (R) Nashville’s Friendly Family later in the fall. SAT-SUN 1120,1:50,4:30,7:00,9:30 Restaurant with Family Prices! MON-TUE 4:30, 7:00, 9:30 “It’s gotta happen,” said Saturday thru Thursday Q® WE’RE THE MILLERS (R) 113 N. Main, Wheeler beaming, “I’m 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. SAT-SUN 11:30, 2:00,4:40,7:10,9:40 (That's every night except Friday) Nashville MON-TUE 4:40,7:10, 9:40 gonna walk.” O PERCY JACKSON SEA OF 4 DINNER CHOICES 517-852-9700 “We’ve been saying that MONSTERS (PG) that include Soup & Salad Bar Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM since day one,” said Tutt. SAT-SUN 11:00,120,4:10,6:40,9:10 and Dessert 77580169 ^Dianas (pface $1.99 M *3.95 2*, *15 MON-TUE 4:10,6:40,9:10 Brentons to celebrate 50th wedding anniversary The children of Bill arid Sue (Olmstead) Brenton happily announce the 50th wedding anniversary of their parents. Sue and Bill were married on September 6, 1963 in Charlotte, Ml at the United Brethren Church by Reverend Harold Green. They have been blessed with three children: Melissa (John) Mater of Nashville, Ml, Bill (Syna) Brenton of Short Hills, New Jersey, and Melinda (John) Lamb of Juneau,. Alaska. They were also blessed with eight grandchildren: Alaina, John, Karlee and McKenna Mater, Sydney and Spenser Brenton, as well as Finnegan and Oscar Lamb. Please join Bill and Sue, along with their children, as they celebrate their anniversary during an open house on Sunday, AugUst 25, 2013 from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Charlotte Senior Center. Rushfords to celebrate 50 years of marriage The former Janet Catlin and Fred Rushford were married August 24, 1963 in a ceremony performed by the bride's father, Pastor John Howard Catlin at the Curtis Baptist Church in the U.P. Friends and family are invited to join their son Mark (Lisa) and granddaughters Sarah (Joe), Jessica, Elizabeth, Linsy and great-granddaughter Zada by showering them with cards and calls congratulating them on 50 wonderful years together. The Rushfords will be celebrating with a trip to Branson. II, Unique 66 Antiques Antiques, Collectibles & Crafts �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. August 17. 2013 — Page 3 PAGEANT, continued from page 1 surfer, had her arm severed Kewanee, Ill. in a shark bite. She has con­ Curtis competed with 12 tinued in the sport in spite of other candidates in her age the accident. division placing third. Though the circumstances The event began Friday are different, Curtis has been evening with a dress rehears­ motivated by Hamilton’s and al and learning a dance rou­ Curran’s stories and decided, tine. Curtis said, Saturday if they could do it so could each candidate (41 total) had she. a brief interview in front of After completing a brief seven judges. online application, Curtis “L remembered to found she was accepted to breathe,” said Curtis who compete in the pageant was “somewhat” nervous Saturday, July 26, in facing the judges. Jennifer Curtis chooses a Western showmanship out­ fit for the casual wear segment of the Miss You Can Do It pageant. Jennifer Curtis has a passion to own a dairy goat farm. Curtis is holding one the baby goats from the farm where she lives with her parents, Wayne and Leigh Ann. “They asked, ‘If you had one wish what would it be?’ I said, “My dream is to have my own goat dairy.” Curtis, who lives with her parents, Wayne and Leigh Ann, is the owner of 20 goats. The family lives near Moo-Ville Creamery in Nashville. Hair and make-up profes­ sionals were on hand to assist the candidates Saturday before the pageant began. Popular characters paraded among the candi­ dates. “We met Cinderella, Snow White and Rapunzel, said Curtis. For the casual wear seg- Old-fashioned farmer’s picnic is Wednesday This crew of young gardeners who have completed garden logs for the library’s final summer reading program of the year Monday, July 29, includes (front row, from left) Clarissa Joppie, Macey Dunham, Jakob Harwood, Matthew Morris, Holly Rosin, Katie-Grace Burd, (second row) Amber Rabideau; Carleigh Lundquist, Cam Carpenter, (third row) Alexis Booher, Keilyn Carpenter, Cole Clark and Beyonca Molson. The community is invited to an old-fashioned farmer’s picnic on the lawn of Putnam District Library Wednesday, Aug. 24, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The picnic will celebrate the heritage of local growers in the Maple Valley area as well as the accomplishments of the library’s summer read­ ers, said Director Shauna Swantek. Guests are asked to bring a blanket and serving sets for their families. Limited seat­ ing will be provided. The theme for the evening is to eat locally grown and pre­ pared foods, play games and visit with neighbors, said Swantek. ment of the evening, Curtis wore a Western outfit from her days showing horses in 4-H. A long green formal was the choice for the evening wear portion. When asked what she felt to find she was a winner in the pageant, Curtis said, “I wasn’t sure I was performing well enough.” The results prove she did as Curtis came home with a sash, trophy and tiara. “I hope to share my expe­ rience with others,” said Curtis who plans to partici­ pate in local parades, “to show others what is out there as well.” When asked if she would compete in future pageants, Curtis said, “It’s possible — yes.” Curtis is employed with Peckham at the Federal Center in Battle Creek as a call center agent. To learn more about the pageant visit www.missyoucandoit.com, or, to have Curtis share her “Miss You Can Do It” story, call 269­ 945-7139. Miss You Can Do It pageant host, Jenni Pulos (left), introduces Jennifer Curtis at the pageant in Kewanee, III. All You Can Eat Downtown X/ermontvalie Spaghetti Dinner FRI., AUG. 23rd 5-9PM SB. 99 174 S. Main St., Vermontville I 517.726.0975 i Open Mon. * Sat. 8am-9pm 201 MAIN ST. NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN Commercial. Currently used as auto repair. $89,900 MLS #40344 Re/Max Real Estate Professionals CARLA HEWLETT 517-749-7202 (CELL) 517-543-3500, EXT. 17 (OFFICE) �Page 4 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, August 17, 2013 Marie S. Marek Patrick Kersjes Jr. SUNFIELD, MI - Patrick Kersjes Jr., age 50, of Sunfield, passed away unex­ pectedly on Sunday, August 11,2013. Patrick was bom in Hastings on September 11, 1962, the son of Patrick and Mary L. (Shaw) Kersjes. He was raised in the Nashville area and attended local schools graduating from Maple Valley High School in 1981. He was the husband of BillieJo (VanWormer) Kersjes. Patrick and BillieJo, met over nine years ago at work and on June 15, 2013 they were married. Pat has worked for Meijer in the Lansing warehouse for the past 28 years. Pat enjoyed watching and supporting the Detroit Tigers, Red Wings hockey, and Michigan football. It was not uncommon for Pat to take a nap during the day so he could stay up late and watch the Detroit Red Wings. He loved to spend his free time relaxing with his family in Northern Michigan. Together with his wife BillieJo, the couple spent their summers at Timberlake Resort in Meers. Mushroom hunting with his son was always a favorite springtime adventure; after stopping in Mesick they would continue north to Traverse City and enjoy time together at the local casinos. Pat is survived by his wife Roger W. Pierce VERMONTVILLE, MI Roger W. Pierce, age 65, of Vermontville passed away Friday, August 9, 2013 at Pennock Hospital, in Hastings. ' Roger was born in Marshall, on March 13, 1948, the son of the late Marion A. and Jean (Packer) Pierce. He was raised in the Hastings area and attended Hastings Schools graduating from Hastings High School in 1966. Roger was a mem­ ber ofthe United State Army serving his country during the Vietnam Conflict. He was honorably discharged on November 24, 1969. He was the husband of Jane (Priddy) Pierce. The couple was married September 2, 1977 at Nashville Baptist Church. Roger and Jane began their lives in the Hastings area, then relocated to the Vermontville area where they have lived for the past 23 years. Roger loved being out­ doors working in his yard. His yard was a great source of pride and relaxation for him, and he was meticulous in its care. Recently, Roger had built a potting shed which allowed him to com­ bine his love of woodwork­ ing and passion for his yard. While constructing the pot­ ting shed Roger utilized sev­ eral antique pieces including windows and doors. He also enjoyed classic cars and most recently owned a 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. Roger began his working career at EW Bliss in Hastings, then, in 1980 opened a Wild Birds Unlimited retail store in Grand Rapids which he oper­ ated for over 10 years. He also worked at Hometown Lumber & Hardware in Nashville for several years before retiring in 2008. Roger is survived by his BROOKSVILLE, FL - spending time with them. Marie S. Marek, age 93, of The many family get togeth­ Brooksville, FL passed away er included playing cards peacefully on Thursday, and Scrabble, swimming, August 8, 2013 at fishing, camping, scalloping Thomapple Manor, in and of course eating. Marie was a great cook. Hastings. BillieJo; mother, Mary Marie was bom in Some of her special dishes Kersjes; son, Travis (Tonya) Brooksville, FL on April 18, were fried chicken, mullet Kersjes; stepson, Derek 1920, the daughter of the late and lemon meringue pies. Tacey; stepdaughter, Brooke James and Lena (Leggett) Marie enjoyed music, Tacey; sister, Sue (David) Kuykendall. She was raised especially country music. Main; brother, Michael in the Brooksville, FL area Getting together to sing and (Marsha) Kersjes, William and attended local schools. play was a Saturday night (Christine) Kersjes, Mark She was the widow of occasion. If Marie liked (Jan) Kerjses; two grandchil- Joseph P. Marek, Sr. The the song, you'd see her tap­ dren, Kayde, Connor couple was married in ping her toe! Kersjes; and several nieces Brooksville, FL and together Along with her husband and nephews. raised their family there. Joe, the couple enjoyed trav­ He was preceded in death Joseph and Marie were mar­ eling. Their destinations by his father, Patrick ried over 50 yers when he most often included going to Kersjes. passed away. visit family in Michigan and Funeral services will be Marie took great pride in Texas. held at the Daniels Funeral taking care ofher family and Marie is survived by her Home, Nashville, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 17, 2013. Interment will take place privately. BRANSON, MO Branson, MO, Bill (Gina) Memorial contributions Geraldine “Gerry” Browers, Browers of Greenfield, IL, can be made to the family of age 79, of Branson, MO, for­ Shelly (Tim) Trout of Patrick Kersjes for charity to merly of Nashville, died Ridgedale, MO and Barb be designated at a later date. August 13, 2013 at the Point (Daniel) Linder of Wood Funeral arrangments have Lookout Nursing and Rehab River, IL; 13 grandchildren; been entrusted to the Daniels in Hollister, MO. 23 great grandchildren; and Funeral Home in Nashville. She was bom on six great great grandchildren. For further details please December 19, 1933 in Battle She was preceded in death visit our website at Creek, the daughter of by her parents; sisters, Alice www.danielsfuneralhome.net Bernard and Mabel Clemons Lieb and Ruth Lieb; a son Lake. She was a homemaker Earl Browers, Jr.; and one and was of the protestant great grandson, Micheal faith and had been a resident Grogan III. of the Branson area since A visitation for Geraldine beloved wife of 35 years 2010. will take place at Greenlawn Jane; his two daughters, Geraldine is survived by Funeral Home in Branson, Christa Pierce and Stacy her children, Jean Reid of MO on Saturday, August 17, Pierce; sister, Susan daughter, Cynthia (Johnnie) Bishop of Delton; her son, Joseph Marek, of Angleton, TX; brother, Leon and George Kuykendall; sister, Gladys Tucker all ofFlorida; seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph; daughter, Anne French; sonin-law, Robert French; daughter-in-law, Toni; brother, Bill; and sister, Wilma Parker. Local services are being conducted privately. Marie will be interred with her hus­ band, Joseph in Florida. Family will gather for a memorial for Marie August 25, 2013 atl:30 p.m. at the Barry Township Hall in Delton. Geraldine “Gerry” Browers VanHorn; brother, Merritt (Ronnie Mae) Pierce; and sister-in-law, Charlotte Pierce. He was preceded in death brothers, infant by his Richard and Arnold Pierce. A funeral service will be held at the Nashville Baptist Church, Nashville, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 17, 2013, with Lester DeGroot officiating. A luncheon will be served immediately following the service at the church. Interment will take Fort place privately at Custer National Cemetery where Roger will be buried with full military honors. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to Youth Haven Ranch; P.O. Box 97, Rives Juction, MI 49277. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.ne t 2013 from 1-5 p.m. Visitation will also take place at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville on Monday, August 19 from 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will take place at the Daniels Funeral Home on Tuesday, August 20, 2013 at 11 a.m. with interment to follow at the Wilcox Cemetery in Nashville. Please visit our website .at www.danielsfuneralhome.ne t for further details. Jack William Urie NASHVILLE, MI - Jack William Urie, age 61, of Nashville, passed away unex­ pectedly at his residence, Sunday, August 11,2013. Jack was bom on July 7, 1952 in Charlotte, the son of Charles and Marjory (Bryner) Urie. Jack graduated from Charlotte High School in 1970. He went on to attain his Federal Journeyman’s card. Jack served in the Michigan National Guard and was a crew chief on attack helicopters. He married Roberta Frost on April 28,1982. After receiving his journey­ man’s card, Jack worked in machine repair at manufactur­ ing shops in Owens, IL, Charlotte, MI, Fulton, NY, Williamsburg, VA and Windsor, CO. He retired after 40 years in July of 2012. Jack was an avid HarleyDavidson rider and he also enjoyed gardening. Jack was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Chuck Urie. Jack is survived by his wife, Roberta Frost Urie; son, Will Urie; daughter-in-law, Kira Urie; grandchildren, Tilyr, Savannah and Jack; sisters, Sharon (Urie) Lilly and Joann (Urie) Starr, many nieces and nephews. A memorial visitation will be held Sunday, August 18, 2013 from 2 until 4 p.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. 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Daniels & Family Owner/Manager • Reminder * Hastings Banner �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, August 17, 2013 — Page 5 Smokers looking to quit invited to free workshop tijsi l^S l Sj ^ilsv ?Sk?SkNANA* ^lv *<S <S i!*}} < "ffa * < Sjj JiS jS} ul SwT' w s,*« bs! s! 1S* fed (fall , ’**• *® Ml* * I »SEE fa1’ EW 1 '•• ■ .Iraiani! it kWhktal IfaM|iii fadUhi fas lam I; fa na Ufa®®' i ir nti1”® ptaunii ufa fassiniis aH BMfatl fata ®! The Barry-Eaton District Health Department is offer­ ing a free workshop to help smokers kick the cigarette habit Wednesday, Aug. 21, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Barry County Michigan Works Service Center, 535 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings. “If you are trying to quit, have quit in the past and not had success, or are thinking of quitting, this workshop may be for you,” said Jill Sambaer, health educator. The free program is a no­ pressure, one-time workshop that shows individuals how to be smoke-free. Included in the program will be tips to make quitting easier, infor­ mation on medications, strategies and resources. Participants may register for the class by calling Jill Sambaer, 517-541-2610 or sending an email to jsambaer@bedhd.org. Lack of participants may lead to cancellation of the workshop. Call the ' Michigan Tobacco Quitline for free information and help, tobacco treatment referrals or for 24-hour-per-day support,, 800-QUIT-NGW. New staff, new website What's new? It’s our website face. Technology Director Tracy George is working on the content to the school website. You will notice a “facelift.” The site will be an ongoing work in progress with the aim to improve visibility and communication with our stakeholders.. A parent advisory meeting is set for Monday, Aug. 19 at the central office. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. We intend to review the elementary strategic plan for implement ing personal mastery, or individualized learning. Professional learning is scheduled for many staffmembers.. In addition, all elementary teachers are attending training in Battle Creek for science curriculum. In the district there will be several sessions including data, curriculum and professional collaboration next week. The administrative team is collaborating on plans for the school year. The dinosaur dig spon­ sored by the Vermontville Township Library summer reading program met with a delay due to heavy rain Monday, Aug. 12. The sand pile that was to be hauled in for the archaeological site was too saturate wastoo saturated wt with water for the event. The event has been rescheduled for Tuesday , Aug .,. 20 6 p .m. Undeterred, a scavenger hunt was held instead. Teams hurried through town with a list of 18 items to find, includin ncung a picture with a farmer wearing overalls, a mushroom, a squirrel (extra point if it is burying a nut), and more. All four teams were able, to photograph all New staff 18 items in the one-hour time We are excited to welcome three new teachers to Fuller allowed. One team broke the Street Elementary, Camille Markwart, Michael Hoelzle and tie by finding a squirrel buryErin Beasley. They will attend professional learning sessions for either a school food con­ beginning next week. All are anxious to get into their class­ cession or a church kitchen. rooms. The new staff, along with current faculty, will meet “Food poisoning can hap- with parents and students during the Fuller Street open house pen anywhere, to anyone, Tuesday, Aug. 27, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. and from foods you might Markwart comes to us from Clarksville. She is a new not expect,” said Jodi teacher who has worked as an interventionist. Markwart is a Trantham of the Barry-Eaton graduate ofAquinas College with certifications in elementary Students interested in education, special education, and early childhood. She will be auditioning for Maple Valley District Health Department. To reserve a seat, call our new second grade teacher and Amanda Archer will be High School’s fall musical “Shrek” are being offered a Trantham, 269- 945-9516, teaching third grade. Hoelzle will be teaching third grade. He is from Dimondale workshop Thursday, Aug. ext. 104, or email jtrantham@bedhd.org; or call and is a graduate of Michigan State University with seven 29, at the high school. It will Dan Doran, 269- 945-9516, years teaching experience. His certifications include elemen- start at 9 a.m. for students email tary education with a master's degree in psychology. under sixth grade, and 10 ext. 126, or Beasley is coming to Maple Valley , with three years of a.m. for students in grades ddoran@bedhd.org. teaching experience. She is a graduate of Central Michigan sixth and up. The older kids University with certifications in elementary education and will finish about 2 p.m. endorsements in middle school science and reading. Beasley Participants will practice lives in Charlotte and is eager to be our new fifth grade on the stage with accompani-1 teacher. ment. Students will learn As always, please “Like” us on Facebook for up to date how to make a great first information. Thank you for your continued support. impression, what musical selections they should sing for the audition and more, Health department offering food safety training The food safety team at the Barry-Eaton District Health Department is encouraging all school food concessions and church kitchen volunteers to attend a free food safety training pro­ gram. The class will be Thursday, Aug. 22, from 7 to 8 p.m. at the health depart­ ment office, • 330 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings. Attendance is highly encouraged for anyone plan­ ning to work as a volunteer Rain delays dinosaur dig until Tuesday From the Pulpit God wants to be known by Pastor Daniel Smith Vermontville Bible Church One ofmy favorite passages of Scripture is Psalm 42:1, “As the deer pants for the water brooks, so my soul pants for You, O God.” There is a God in heaven, and the whole theme of Scripture is that He wants to be known. God has revealed Himselfto us in so many ways. How? One way is through nature. Psalm 19:1 says, “The heavens are telling ofthe glory of God, and their expanse is declaring the work of His hands.” From creation itself, we have enough information that there is a God, and that He is powerful. Look into a microscope, and see the order and the design. Look in the most powerful telescope, and see complexity ofthe universe, the planets in their precise orbits, the beauty, the design. Creation screams for a cre­ ator. He has also revealed Himself through the great'men and women of God - prophets, like Moses, and Daniel, and Deborah. Apostles like Peter and Paul, who have proclaimed God’s message to men. God has also revealed Himself through the Bible. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 says that the Scriptures are inspired, God breathed. These words are notjust the words ofmen, they are also the very Words of God Himself. God has also revealed Himself through His Son, Jesus Christ. Jesus said in John 10:30, “I and the Father are one.” God wants to be known. The Bible paints God as con­ tinually reaching out, revealing Himself to us, so that we can have a relationship with Him. That is why He creat­ ed us. . John 4:24 is a truly remarkable passage, “For such peo­ ple the Father seeks to be His worshipers.” God is seek­ ing people to be His worshippers. We need to approach Him in the right way, through a personal relationship with His Son, Jesus. But the point is is that God is seeking people to know Him, to walk with Him, to worship Him. If you are asking the hard questions like, “Why am I here?” or “Am I of any value to God or anyone else?”, let me suggest an incredible opportunity. Cultivate that same attitude toward God that David had when he wrote, “As the deer pants for the water brooks, so my soul pants for You, O God.” ing a nut. The participants enjoyed this unexpected addition to the program and requested that it is offered again soon, said Director Carla Rumsey. The library has learned that Fuller Street School has planned its open house for Aug. 27, creating a conflict with the final night of sum­ mer reading program, which is the annual prize auction and wrap-up party for sum­ mer readers. To be fair to all readers, the library will be changing the start time of the auction to 7 p.m. The library will serve pizza and refresh­ ments for reading families beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the opera house to celebrate another successful reading season, said Rumsey. ‘Shrek’ audition workshop announced said Director Sarah Shoemaker. “This is ideal for students who are nervous about the auditions, or who just want some extra help,” she added. Each student is asked to pay a $5 fee, which will cover the cost of materials for the workshop. Older stu­ dents should bring a lunch. To enroll a student,in the workshop, parents- shcSuld either email mapleAlhitbyttM ater@gmail.com, or call 517­ 213-3015. The enrollment deadline is Tuesday, Aug. 27. �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, August 17,2013 The Maple Valley Marching Lions prepare to take the field I ast week’s summer weather didn’t distract the on-field attention of the Maple Valley Marching Lions. (Photo by Brenda Green) Last week's Maple Valley Marching Lions band camp included this group com­ prised of Megan Hunt (from left), Kristen Chambers, Sequoya Henigan, Jordan Jenkins, Megan Green and Alexandria Ermel (back) practice field routines. (Photo by Brenda Green) Emily Mattocks (from left), Catie Eldridge, Heather Rockwell, Anna Pash, Courtney Walker, and Abby Smith practice flag maneuvers as members of the Maple Valley Marching Band color guard. (Photo by Brenda Green) Director Dennis Vanderhoef runs the Maple Valley Marching Lions through their paces at band camp last week. Band members in this photo are (front row, from left) Austin Ledford, Megan Green, Vanderhoef, Kimberly Rodriguez (partially hidden); (second row) Bronwyn Carter, Athena Crane, Sara Line, Sequoya Henigan, Nicholas Braden; (third row) Britney Kirby, Shara Gillean, Chandler Reckling, Megan Hunt, Shamin Rowley; (back) Tony martin and Kristen Chambers. (Photo by Brenda Green) by Shari Carney Staff Writer Beatles — The Magical Mystery Tour is the theme for the 2013-14 Maple Valley Marching Lions. The following Beatles hits will be featured, “The Magical Mystery Tour,” “Something,” “Can’t Buy Me Love,” “Let it Be,” “Hey Jude,” “I Want to Hold Your Hand” and “I Saw Her Standing There.” In a first for the band, Director Dennis Vanderhoef said, money earned from fundraisers was used to hire a choreographer to write the marching- routines. Dual drum majors, Travis Rockwell and and Lee Christopher, who have recently returned from a See BAND, page 9 MAPLE VALLEY PATHWAYS A Virtual School for Grades 6 through 12 • ? • • Earn a Michigan Merit Curriculum Self-Paced Courses Several Different Paths Virtual: 100% Virtual Learning From Day One • Non-Traditional to Assist Students Who Have Fallen Behind • Adult Education • Program Operates 7:00am-9:00pm Diploma * VIRTUAL A STUDENTS CAN PARTICIPATE IN MAPLEVALLEY r SPORTS! 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Trucker drives into drive-thru, then drives away This daylight view of the drive-thru area at Eaton Federal Savings Bank reveals the damage created when a driver of a semi attempted to turn in the bank’s parking lot. The corner of the semi’s trailer caught the overhang. The driver was ticketed for leav­ ing the scene of an accident, and charges for a misdemeanor have been sent to the prosecutor’s office, said Nashville Police Chief Jerry Schray. Mercury Designs, a jewelry and computer store, is open for business on Main This is the view out of the drive-thru teller’s window at Eaton Federal Savings Bank in Nashville Friday, Aug. 2, after a semi trailer caught the corner of the over­ hang and sent it crashing down. SCHOOLS OF CHOICE Maple Valley provides: 66 Unique Antiques is set to open in September. In addition to antiques, the establishment will carry collectibles and crafts and will offer booth space for rent. Mike Fetterhoff and Amber Sulcs are readying the building for business. Barry County Beat Down 2 coming to the Expo Center Barry County Beat Down 2 will be hosted at the Barry County Expo Center Saturday, Aug. 31. There will be up to 20 mixed martial arts cage fights during the event, as well as up to 15 Toughman Professional Boxing match­ es. Event organizer Rich Burtts said that this is the first time a professional box- ing event will ever be held in Barry County. Vernon Paris from Detroit is scheduled to fight. He is currently the 14th ranked junior welter weight in the International Boxing Organization rankings with a 28-1 recortf The doors open at 6 p.m., with fights scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the Olde Towne Tavern in Hastings and the Freeport Chop Shop. Tickets are $20 in advance, or $25 at the Expo Center the day of the event. The band 6 Prong Paw is scheduled to perform. A weigh-in event will be held e Aug. ug. 30 at Olde Towne Tavern in Hastings from'5 p.m. to 8 p.m. • Safe Schools • Caring Student-Centered Teachers • Full Curricular and Extra Curricular Offerings • State-of-the-Art Technology • Award winning Agriculture program • Maple Valley Pathways High School (Alternative/Adult/Virtual) • Comprehensive Vo-ed Business programs • • Woods / Manufacturing / Sawmill (operating) • PE K-12 • Band 6-12, award winning • Musical/Drama/Choir, award winning • Computers K-12 • Personal Mastery Learning Model K-5 • Elementary Music • Access dual enrollment • Variety AP courses Multiple electives, plus hun­ dreds through virtual schools We are now accepting Schools of Choice applications for the 2013-2014 school year. Enrollment is available for all grades K-12 and in the Maple Valley Pathways High School. 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 dis­ tricts. Teachers in Maple 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. Applications will be accepted until September 6, 2013 for enrollment information, «.»517/852-9699 § s 8 �Page 8 - Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, August 17.2013 Fall coaches announced parent meeting is Aug. 26 by Shari Carney Staff Writer The Maple Valley Board of Education unanimously approved the fall coaches recommended by Athletic Director Duska Brumm Monday, Aug. 12. 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 certain mortgage made by: Carl Forsythe, An Unmarried Man and Tammy L. Peters, An Unmarried Woman to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Americas Wholesale Lender, its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 17, 2006 and recorded August 28, 2006 in Instrument # 1169197 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned through mesne assign­ ments to: Green Tree Servicing, LLC, by assignment dated June 6,2013 and subsequently record­ ed in Barry County Records on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty­ Seven Thousand Four Hundred Winety-Five Dollars and EightyPng Cents ($187,495.81) includ­ ing interest 7.13% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on September 5, 2013 Said pterhises are situated in Township of Thomapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 132 feet of the West 30 acres of the North one-half of the Southeast onequarter of Section 32, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, except the North 583 feet thereof; also the South 208.71 feet of the West 181 feet of the East 313 feet thereof. Also a strip of land described as: The North one-half of the Southeast one-quarter of Section 32, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, except the West 30 acres thereof. Also except the East 50 acres thereof. Commonly known as 11377 Davis Rd, Middleville Ml 49333 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption 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; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the prop­ erty is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the. property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Dated: 8/03/2013 Green Tree Servicing, LLC, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys:: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 13-83957 (08-03)(08-24) The board unanimously approved the following appointments: Cross country head coach Robb Rosin. Football — varsity foot­ ball head coach, Brian Lincoln; assistants Steve Hopkins, Trent Harvey, Kevin Stewart and David Wyman; Junior-varsity head coach, Jeff Fisher and assis­ tants Ryan Hickey, Scott Johnson and Paul Adrianson. Volleyball — varsity head coach Sarah Carpenter and assistant Shanna Lipsey; jun­ ior varsity head coach Christine Terpening with assistant June Jackson. Seventh and eighth grade LEGAL NOTICE volleyball coaches are open positions. Soccer — boys head coach, Andy Roush. Sideline cheer head coach, Sarah Huissen with assistant Amber Hickey. A meeting for parents regarding the pay-to-participate scholarship program will be Monday, Aug. 26, at 6:30 p.m. in the high school office. In other athletics news, the golf program has received a $500 grant from the Greater Lansing Golf Association. The money will be used to purchase range finders, which are measure how far away an object is. LEGAL NOTICE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COL­ MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE LECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA­ BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. CONTACT OUR MORTGAGE SALE - Default PLEASE has been made in the conditions OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF of a mortgage made by Bryan YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Gruesbeck and Bethany Default has been made in the Gruesbeck, Husband and Wife, conditions of a mortgage made to Mortgage Electronic by EUGENE A. GRECO and Registration Systems, Inc., as BETH GRECO, HUSBAND AND nominee for lender and lender's WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic successors or assigns, Registration Systems, Inc. Mortgagee, dated February 13, ("MERS"), solely as nominee for 2003 and recorded February 25, lender and lender's successors 2003 in Instrument .Number and assigns, Mortgagee, elated 1098259, Barry County Records, July 28, 2006, and recorded on Michigan. Said mortgage is now August 8, 2006, in Document No. held by Mortgage Center, LLC by 1168282, and assigned by said assignment There is claimed to mortgagee to The Bank of New be due at the date hereof the sum York Mellon, as Trustee for GIT of One Hundred Twelve Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-1, by Thousand Eight * Hundred Caliber Home Loans, Inc., f/k/a Eighteen and 44/100 Dollars Vericrest Financial, Inc., as its ($112,818.44) including interest attorney in fact, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, at 6.37.5% per annum. on which mortgage there is Under .the power of sale con­ claimed to be due at the date tained in said mortgage and. the hereof the sum of One Hundred statute in such case made and Thirty-Six Thousand Two provided, notice is hereby given Hundred Twenty-Nine Dollars that said mortgage will be fore­ and Eighty Cents ($136,229.80), closed by a sale of the mort­ including interest at 8.890% per gaged premises, or some part of annum. Under the power of sale them, at public vendue at the contained in said mortgage and Barry County Circuit Courthouse the statute in such case made in Hastings, Michigan in Barry and provided, notice is hereby County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mort­ SEPTEMBER 19, 2013. Said premises are located in gaged premises, or some part of the Village of-Middleville, Barry them, at public venue, At the East County, Michigan, and are doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, described as: Lot 20, Misty Ridge, according Michigan at 01:00 PM o'clock, on September 5, 2013 Said premis­ to the recorded Plat thereof in es are located in Barry County, Liber 6, of Plats, on Page 30. Michigan and are described as: The redemption period shall be LOT 14, PLEASANT VALLEY 6 montfis from the date of such ESTATES, YANKEE SPRINGS sale, unless determined aban­ TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, doned in accordance with MCLA MICHIGAN, ACCORDING TO §600.3241 a, in which case the THE RECORDED PLAT THERE­ redemption period shall be 30 OF IN LIBER 6 OF PLATS ON days from the date of such sale. PAGE 13. The redemption period TO ALL PURCHASERS: The shall be 6 months from the date foreclosing mortgagee can of such sale unless determined rescind the sale. In that event, abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid case the redemption period shall amount tendered at sale, plus be 30 days from the date of such sale. If the above referenced interest. If the property is sold at fore­ property is sold at a foreclosure closure sale, pursuant to MCL sale under Chapter 600 of the 600.3278, the borrower will be Michigan Compiled Laws, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will held responsible to the person be held responsible to the person who buys' the property at the who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage the mortgage holder for damag­ to the property during the ing the property during the redemption period.' redemption period. The Bank of If you are a tenant in the prop­ New York Mellon, as Trustee for erty, please contact our office as CIT Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-1, you may have certain rights. by Caliber Home Loans, Inc., Dated: August 17, 2013 f/k/a Vericrest Financial, Inc., as its attorney in Orlans Associates, P.C.. fact Mor t-g a gee/As signee Attorneys for Servicer Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. P.O. Box 5041 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Troy, Ml 48007 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 File No. 13-010918 VF.000070 CONV (08-03)(08-24) (08-17)(09-07) 06819331 Vermontville Women's Club shows support Janet Keefer (left), administrative assistant with Eaton County Palliative Care, accepts a $200 donation from Eunice Borrelli, president of the Vermontville Greater Federation Women’s Club. Siren/Eaton Shelter Associate Director Martha Miller (left) accepts a $200 donation from Vermontville Greater Federation Women’s Club President Eunice Borrelli. LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS File NO. N/A in the matter of Klinge Family Trust. Date of birth: March 26, 1923. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Jessie Mae Klinge, who Jived at 6416 Moe Road,. Middleville, Ml 49333, died August 5, 2013. There is no per­ sonal representative of the dece­ dent’s estate to whom Letters of Authority have been issued. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the Trust will be forever barred unless presented to Kristy Reeves and Larry Klinge, suc­ cessor co-Trustees of the Klinge Family Trust dated October 10, 2005, as amended, within 4 months after date of publications of this notice. Date: 8-14-13 Caroline M. Dellenbusch P33185 2944 Fuller Ave. NE, Suite 100 Grand Rapids, Ml 49505 616.451.4242 Kristy Reeves 6340 Moe Rd. Middleville, Ml 49333 269.795-2612 Larry Klinge 214 Lake Shore Dr. Nokomis, FL 34275 941.320.6134 oesissoe The Vermontville Greater Federation Women’s Club donated gifts of $200 to Eaton Community Palliative Care and to the Siren/Eaton shelter in Charlotte. “This continues a long tra­ dition we have of supporting both organizations,” said Eunice Bofelli, club presi­ dent. At each meeting of its meetings, the club passes a jar to collect loose change. At the end of the year, the club matches these funds. Vermontville GFWC is a member of the General Federation of Women's Clubs. The club' meets September through May, first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Vermontville Methodist Church. Meetings consist of an informational program followed by a busi­ ness portion. New members are always welcome and membership is open to all women of the area: For more information, contact Borrejli at farm9560@yahoo.com or 517-541-2359. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Aug. 18 Aug. 20 Sept. 4 Sept. 5 Sept 8 Sept. 9 Sept 12 Open Speed Horse show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center Evening in the Garden, 4-7 p.m., MSU Children’s Garden Livestock Developmental Committee, Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Fair Board'Meeting,. 7:30 p.., Expo Center Open Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Barry Community Enrichment Center �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, August 17,2013 — Page 9 BAND, continnued from page 6 week at drum major camp rehearsed the band through the paces. The drum majors have very different interests out­ side of band but became friends while at drum major camp in Illinois. “He was the brainy kid and I was outdoorsy,” said Rockwell. In addition to being a drum major, Rockwell is the FFA chapter reporter and is a self proclaimed avid hunter. Rockwell has an older sister, Heather (color guard) who will be taking direction from him. Christopher, the oldest of four, is a performer who has had roles in many musicals, and studies dance, piano and voice. Band camp requires many to run efficiently. Kimberly Rodriguez, former drum major, returned to coach the color guard and the drum majors. Leighla Line a for­ mer Marching Lion assisted with french horns. Nate Van Stee, last season’s drum major, aided the percussion section and Sarah Shoemaker, the woodwinds and drum majors. Nicholas Adsit, student teacher to Vanderhoef in 2012-13, coached the trumpet section. Section leaders, assigned by Rockwell and Christopher are, Wyatt Ledford, trumpet; Lyndi Rose and Bailey Weiler, per­ cussion; Savannah VanStee, clarinet; Kristen Chambers, flute; Shamin Rowley, trom­ bone; Courtney Walker, color guard; Megan Green, tenor sax, tubas and french horns. “It’s going great,” said Vanderhoef, “they are work­ ing hard. 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Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship..................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service .......... 6:45 p.m.' PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM FIRST BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. OF VERMONTVILLE 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 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 That Glitters Full Service Floral & Vintage Jewelry (517) 852-9700 Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! Elsie E. Wolever AH 113 N. Main, Is Water a Basic Human Right? Kofi Annan, the former Secretary General of the United Nations put the issue concisely: “Access to safe water is a fundamental human need and therefore a basic human right” In the United States and in most of the developed world we take water for granted. We turn on the faucet and out pours clean water, but in much of the developing world this is not the case. According to the World Health Organization, over 2 billion people gained access to clean water between 1990 and 2010, but roughly 11% of the global population (783 million people) still lacks access to clean water, and since we cannot live for more than a few days without water, this remains a pressing issue. Three-thousand children die each day from diarrheal illness, largely a result of not having clean water. So what can we do about it? We can start by donating to organizations which help in this regard. Water.org is a charity which works to bring clean water to these communities struggling with clean water issues. We should consider buying one of their water bottles, which might save us money on bottled water while supporting a good cause. -Christopher Simon FLOWERS, PLANTS, BALLOONS & GIFTS for Weddings, Sympathy, Birthdays, Anniversaries and Every Day! Delivery Available • We Rent Tuxes 234 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9224 • 517-852-1691 CINDY HEINSEN, OWNER 517-852-9100 501 N. Main (M-66) • Nashville, Ml A Nashville Destination! GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School ................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service..... .......... 6 p.m. Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship............................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 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 Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. W.orship ; .11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 Hearis-Open Minds-Open Doors 203 N. State, Nashville FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .............. 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE SIMPLY THE BEST! RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship . .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship......... ..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517)852-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800033 �Page 10 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, August 17,2013 Family reunions are long-standing traditions Memories of the Past This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Aug. 16, 1983. Pick up a mid- to late August or early September issue of The Nashville News some 50 to 75 [now 80 to 105] years ago, and chances are, you would find numer­ ous front-page notices and reports of school or family reunions. Late summer was a popular season for staging those gatherings that have become a long-standing tra­ dition. Family reunions were so important in the Model T days that relatives frequently traveled hundreds ofmiles to attend. There also were the early reunions of classmates and teachers of old rural schools in this area. Both types of events were occa­ sions for visiting, catching up on the latest news about one’s relatives or friends and for reminiscing about days gone by. Putnam Park in Nashville and the old Lake House at Cole’s resort on Thomapple Lake were popular gathering spots for Nashville-area reunions. Sometimes the school reunions were held at the site of the old school- 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 8 3 8 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa house, if possible, or at the home of a neighborhood family. According to Nashville News accounts, family reunions were especially strong during the 1920s. By the mid-1930s, it seems that the Great Depression may have taken its toll on even that small pleasure — per­ haps economic conditions deterred the required travel necessary for clans to gather, though several still met. Activities at reunions var­ ied, but most featured a busi­ ness meeting to elect officers and plan the next year’s gath­ ering. A program of music or speeches often followed and there were games and sports and swimming where possi­ ble. Perhaps one of the most unusual program features we found in scanning old News issues was a mock election at the McKelvey family reunion in 1928 to determine whether Al Smith or Herbert Hoover would be the next president of the United States. Of course, for young chil­ dren, as well as adults, a big pleasure of the day was get­ ting their fill at a table groan­ ing with sumptuous eatables prepared at various' homes and carried to the event in picnic baskets. Often topping off the feast was ice cream, freshly cranked at the site of the gathering, while an audi­ ence of eager youngsters watched. Reunions of that era were truly a time for memory making. To recapture a bit of that nostalgia, we have selected the following ran­ dom excerpts from among the numerous accounts of such events carried in The Nashville News. Read, remember and enjoy. Aug. 12, 1926 — Mrs. Millie DeLong Fleury entertained the pioneer alumni class of the Barryville School at Shady Lawn cot­ tage Thursday. The showers in the forenoon did not dampen their enthusiasm, and everyone was out for a good time. Dinner was served on the lawn to a jolly crowd, indeed. The after­ noon was passed in .remem­ brances, stories of many happy hours of the past and hopes for the future dis­ cussed ... About 200 attend­ ed the annual reunion of the Briggs School,, located one mile east of Lacey, Wednesday of last week. The weather was fine, and everyone present had the time of their life. The eats were in the nature of basket dinners, and friends grouped together and shared their viands. The business meet­ ing and program were held in the Briggs church ... The fourth reunion of the classes of 1897 and 1898 of Nashville High School was held at the fine country home of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Brumm, Sunday. It was an ideal day. The long tables were spread in the shade of the trees on the green lawn and were heavily laden with good things to eat. After din­ ner, all gathered near the porch and sang old school songs ... Aug. 18, 1937 the annual reunion of the high school classes of 1897 and 1898 was held at Thomapple ON-LINE AUCTION Antiques, tools, fishing boats, beer signs, furniture, appliances, sports cards and more. www.M37Aiicti0li.com <http://www.m37auctlon.com> Located in Caledonia 616-871-2662 Family reunion photos were almost as traditional as the occasion itself. This one was taken some time before 1917 at Cole’s Thomapple Lake resort, a popular spot for such gatherings of that.era. Persons in this family group photo supplied by former local resident Guy Howell are unidentified except for his grandmother, Laura Jean Howell (standing second from right in back row). Relatives from babies to great-great grandmothers were likely to be present at such events, and some families drove many miles to attend the annual get-together. According to an inscription on the back of this Aug. 31,1916, photo, this is a gath­ ering of former scholars when Willie Warner taught school at Barryville. Although per­ sonal identification and location are' not noted on the picture, some of the family names that appear in other accounts of Barryville school reunions are Hyde, Deller, Lathrop, Mudge, Ostroth, DeVine, Hayman, DeLong and Webb. Reunions of various rural school districts were a popular late summer event in the Nashville area in the first decades of the past century. (Photo loaned by Guy Howell) Lake Sunday. It certainly was a booster reunion. Everyone was so happy and full of pep and glad to greet their old friends and school­ mates with hearty hand­ shakes. The large east room at the Lake House had been engaged but it was such a beautiful day, the tables were moved under the shady trees near the lake, where Mother Nature with her birds, squir­ rels and rippling water added to the splendor of the occa­ sion. The pretty white tables were laden with good things to eat, ranging from jelly to Spanish chicken. After everyone was sure they had their fill, the worthy presi­ dent, Alton K. Hager of Lansing, welcomed the members in his charming and clever way ... After a short business session, the meeting was turned over to the chairman, Mrs. Maud Wotring, who also wel­ comed the members and their families ... and called on a number of them for impromptu speeches. Aug. 16, 1928 — the ninth annual reunion of the Burgess family was held at Putnam Park in Nashville Saturday. The potluck at noon was served to 66 Burgess descendants at which time Mrs. William Howell of Detroit presented Leonard Davis with a beauti­ ful three-layer cake with 80 rosebuds and candles in honor of his 80th birthday anniversary. He. also was presented with a purse of money and received many birthday greetings. Aug. 23, 1928 - the Old Brick, Shores, Wamerville reunion will be Aug. 30 at Frank Furlong’s grove. Potluck dinner at 12 o’clock, Sun time. Sports in the morning. All teachers, pupils and friends are invited to come. The afternoon pro­ gram will include communi-, ty singing from the Knapsack led by S.W. Smith. John Rupe will give the welcome with a response by J.O, Yank. Martial band music, • an old-fashioned exhibition and many other interesting features will take place. The school poem will be given by E.M. Wheeler ... The McKelvey family reunion was held at Maryland park Thursday. The potluck dinner, with ice cream for dessert, was fol­ lowed by a short business meeting. The remainder of the afternoon was spent in visiting and bathing. A vote on the presidential candidate resulted in one for Al Smith and the rest for Hoover. Sept. 6, 1928 the descendants of Ezra and Mary Robinson met for their ninth reunion at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Victor Lundstrum Monday. After a bountiful potluck dinner, a business meeting was called to order ... followed by a short program, games and sports ... The sixth annual reunion of the Schantz fami­ ly was held Labor Day at the Continued next page PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference!, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper’will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 06799959 oppoRniNn'v �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, August 17, 2013 — Page 11 Foreclosure forum planned Carsen Hasselback, with Sylvia Adsit looking on, gives it his all as he competes in the Olympic Games at the 2012 Kids Carnival. It's time for Kids Carnival and, this year, Grace Church is ready for some football. The church will host its fifth annual free event on Sunday, Aug. 25. The carnival is open to families and kids of all ages. Kicking off at noon is a tailgate party' featuring hot dogs and a nacho bar from noon to 1 p.m. The games begin with a punt, pass and kick competition for kids under age 18. Even preschoolers will have a chance to test their football skills on a somewhat smaller scale. Traditional carnival games, inflatables, cotton candy and popcorn will round out the event which ends at 2:30 p.m. * Grace Church is located at 8950 E. M-79, in Nashville. For more details, check out the church's Facebook page or call 517-852-1873. Our home is our castle and owning our own home is the American dream. According to the real estate research firm CoreLogic, there were about 74,000 foreclosures in Michigan in 2012. Michigan placed third in the nation, right behind Florida and California. Our state has been hit especially hard because people are facing foreclosures due to losing jobs and having difficulty replacing theirjob. As I was going door to door recently visiting with constituents, I was struck by a conversation I had with a new homeowner. She told me that on her block alone, every house except one, had been a foreclosed home. Although the low prices helped many new home buy­ ers purchase a home, it point­ ed to the tremendous loss incurred by so many. It was sad to look down the street and realize the heartache so many must have gone through. I have talked to many res­ idents who are either in the process of losing their homes or have already been fore­ closed. Their struggles have brought to light the road­ blocks many lending institu­ tions have put in front of homeowners by sometimes giving misleading informa­ tion or prolonging the process. The process can take so long families finally give Up. Foreclosures affect all of us, not just the homeowner. As the value of houses decline in the area due to foreclosures, it means reduced revenue to the cities, townships, counties and state. This can result in cuts to local police and fire departments. To help those who are going through a foreclosure or who are headed in that direction, I will be holding a forum in September with experts in the field. Resources will be available and details forthcoming. You may also call my office for more information, 517-373­ 0853. MEMORIES, continued from previous pa Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Aug. 19 Hot dog, three bean salad, sweet potato fries, orange, bun. Tuesday, Aug. 20 Hawaiian chicken, rice, cauliflower, sliced carrots, sliced peaches. Wednesday, Aug. 21 Oven fried chicken, com on the cob, coleslaw, banana, roll. Thursday, Aug. 22 Alaskan stuffed salmon, wild rice, asparagus, tossed salad, cantaloupe. Friday, Aug. 23 Liver with onions, mashed potatoes with gravy, stewed tomatoes, sliced peaches, rolls. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Aug. 19 Ham, salami and Swiss cheese, baked beans, tropical fruit, wheat bun. Tuesday, Aug. 20 Chicken pasta salad, broc­ coli raisin salad, Mandarin oranges, crackers. Wednesday, Aug. 21 Chef salad, macaroni salad, diced pears, crackers. Thursday, Aug. 22 Roast beef with cheddar cheese, zesty tomato salad, cantaloupe, wheat bun. Friday, Aug. 23 Chicken salad, coleslaw, peaches, bun. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Aug. 19 Tilipia, wild rice, mixed vegetables, asparagus, orange. Tuesday, Aug. 20 Hawaiian chicken, rice, cauliflower, diced carrots, applesauce. Wednesday, Aug. 21 Oven fried chicken, maca­ roni and cheese, peas, coleslaw, banana. Thursday, Aug. 22 Alaskan stuffed salmon, wild rice, asparagus, com, diced pears. Friday, Aug. 23 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, stewed tomatoes, bread pudding, strawberry applesauce. Activities Calendar Monday, Aug. 19 Hastings: Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; TV Strings; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; PATH Class 1-3:30 p.m.; Kinship Support 6-7:30 p.m. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, Aug. 20 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21 Hastings: Music with Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton: TV Strings; Reminiscence; Kinship Support I0:30-noon. Woodland: Blood Pressure 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 22 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Barcroft’s Bookie 10:30 a.m.; Beading Class 5 p.m. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, Aug. 23 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Mini Massage; Visiting. Lawn & Garden BIG FISH SALE: BOGO FREE: KOI & Goldfish, 6"8"+ (excludes premium KOI) PLUS many sales on aquatic plants. APOLS WATER GARDENS, 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia MI. (616)6981030 M-F 9:00-5:30, Sat 9:002:00. For Rent VERY NICE 2 bedroom mo­ bile home, carport, off Cogs­ well Road. Also 1BD house w/garage & lake access. (517)930-1187._____ Automotive FOR SALE: 1991 Volvo 740: complete, for parts, bad mo­ tor, $400, (269)945-4359. Farm RESTORED JOHN DEERE TRACTORS: A, B, D, H, L, LI, GW and R. Show or field ready. Call (616)891-0055 leave message. __________ Recreation 1973 HONDA 350 motorcy­ cle: runs good, everything works & looks good. $l,200/obo. Cheaper than a Moped! (269)945-4359. GET EASY CASH with ex­ tra household goods and tools. Advertise with classi­ fieds in the Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone (269)945-9554. home of Mr. and Mrs. E.L. Schantz in Nashville. There was a good attendance, rep­ resentatives of the family from Rockford, Ill.; Houston, Texas; Kalamazoo, Charlotte and other parts of the state being present. Aug. 29, 1929 — 61 peo­ ple gathered at Thomapple Lake for the annual McClelland reunion Sunday. Each family came at an early hour with well-filled baskets and at noon all did justice as they surrounded the table loaded until it groaned. After visiting, a program was listened to, after which ice cream and cake were served. As "each departed to their respective homes, they felt it had been a day well spent and will make an extra effort to attend the reunion planned for next year at Mrs. Martha James Hill’s of Findlay, Ohio. Aug. 21, 1930 the Everett family reunion was held Sunday at Putnam Park with about 60 members pres­ ent ... a fine potluck dinner was served, followed by the business meeting. Officers were elected for the coming year, and various committees for the program, dinner, etc., were also selected. A program consisting of games and contests completed the day, and the large family is looking forward to meeting in 1931 in Lake Odessa ... The annual Brumm and Baltz reunion was last Friday at Putnam Park. About 10:30 a.m., people began to arrive and by noon, 72 had gathered ... All enjoyed a great dinner. Everybody seemed happy and spent a pleasant day. It was voted to go next year to Willard Park at Goguac Lake, Battle Creek, for the reunion. Sept. 4, 1930 — the Foster-Humberger-Faust reunion was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Heber Foster at Morgan Aug. 31. Potluck dinner was served on the lawn to about 100. Relatives were present from Detroit, Battle Creek, St. Louis, Nashville, Hastings, Vermontville, Sunfield and Hudson ; Toledo, Fremont, Gibsonburg, Perrysburg and Bradner, ’ Ohio; and Oklahoma. After the busi­ ness meeting, California seedless grapes sent by F.A. Foster of Bakersfield and ice cream were served. Sept. 3, 1931 - the reunion of the older graduat­ ing classes ofNashville High School, to have been held here this year, have been postponed to 1932 by the committees having, the details in charge. Vm/t S/zes to Choosc From Puts Warehouse Space Contact... 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(Photo by Sandy Hosey) Vermontville has a pavilion in the Village Square that is open for reservations. This group is enjoying the free hotdogs, chips and drinks served by members of the Vermontville Village Council at a Meet and Greet Saturday, July 20. (Photo by Sandy Hosey) bers and the department of public works employees served the community. Visitors at the Farmer’s Market were also treated to the free hotdogs, chips and drinks. The Farmer’s Market is held 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays under the pavilion. Fresh produce, homemade baked goods, jams, jellies, and pickles are among the items offered. If anyone is interested in reserving the pavilion call the village office, 517-726­ 1429. Electricity will soon be available. Veterans to receive added services due to $200,000 in grants The Michigan Veterans counties. This is the kind of counties that were expand­ Affairs Agericy announced strategic investment that can ing services. As a result, on Aug. 9 that Eaton County really help Michigai* vets Michigan veterans will have will $15,000 of a $200,000 connect with the benefits access to eight more accred­ grant awarded to 15 and opportunities they have ited county veterans’ coun­ Michigan counties. earned.” selors than in 2012, and five According to Eaton Other counties to benefit more Michigan counties will County Director JeffBarnes, from the grant were, Antrim, establish new veterans’ serv­ the grant will give more $10,000; Benzie, $10,000; ice offices. Michigan veterans an Charlevoix, $2,200; County veterans’ service accredited counselor in their Genesee, $20,000; Ingham, officers help veterans of all counties. The counties $11,946; Kent, $15,000; eras by providing informa­ received up to $20,000 each Leelanau, $10,000; tion about benefits, assisting to establish or to expand Livingston, $15,000; Luce, with claims and connecting their veteran services depart­ $20,000; Oceana, $20,000; them with local resources. ments. Oscoda, $10,000; Otsego, Improving access to accred­ “I wish we could do this $250; Roscommon, $20,000 ited veterans’ service offi­ every year,” said Barnes. and Shiawassee, $18,000. cers is part ofMVAA’s goal “This grant was one-time Priority was given to of improving service deliv­ funding, but it really counties establishing a new ery for Michigan veterans. allowed us to grow the num- veterans’ service office For more information, ber oftrained and accredited where one had not previous- contact Veronica LaDuke, service officers in these ly existed, followed by MVAA, 517-284-5243. Kent Oil & Propane, Inc. We Deliver Jjk 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 Nashville opening farmers market Wednesdays Gage Sisson, member of the Lightning Bugs affiliated with Kellogg Educational Center, is displaying items for sale at the farmers market in Nashville. The farmers market will be open Wednesdays from 4 to 8 p.m. on the VFW lawn. This event is sponsored by the VFW and. Nashville Area Citizens Coalition. For more information, call Shirley Dexter, 517-852-0276. 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Eight stu- dents participated: Catie Eldridge, Seth Trowbridge, Justin Heinsen, Zandra Siple, Jaden Henke, Abby Mater, Lee Christopher and Sabrina Nelson This is double the number of participants from last year, said Shoemaker. Each student prepared a musical theater song and per­ formed it for the class with critiques from Ruhala. They worked on being grounded in their stance, on different interpretations of well known songs, on vocal tech­ niques and on taking chances while on stage. “Mark's resume is very A group of Maple Valley students recently completed a workshop in musical the­ ater with Mark Ruhala in Lansing. The students are (front row, from left) Jaden Henke, Abby Mater, Catie Eldridge, Lee Christopher, (second row) Seth Trowbridge, Zandra Siple, Sabrina Nelson, (back) Justin Heinsen. Zandra Siple is accompanied by Jeff English at the piano in a workshop for musi­ cal theater. Siple was one of eight students who attended the workshop in Lansing. impressive,” pointed out Shoemaker. “He has acted in soap operas, been a back­ up dancer for famous artists like Billy Joel, as well as per­ forming in dozens of Broadway shows/’. Even though most of the students will be competing at the auditions, a feeling of closeness and family was developed. “A lot of us were already close, but being in the van together and going out to eat was really fun and helped us get even closer,” said Henke. “Also, we had to do some pretty crazy stuff in front of each other, and you can't do that without growing closer.” Ruhala said he loved working with the students and feels he learned a ton from them about the courage that it takes to pursue this venture. Shoemake, too, was drawn to the courage of her students. “As a professional it is easy to forget how scary it can be,” she added, “but our kids overcame their fears and were able to be successful.” Athletic boosters are asking for golfers to help replace the old gym floor No athlete will be left behind by Shari Carney Staff Writer The old gymnasium floor­ ing in Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School has reached the point of no return. The floor has been sanded and refin­ ished numerous times since it was installed. Maple Valley Schools maintenance supervisor Pat Powers said the floor is the same floor that was original­ ly installed in the early 1960s. Powers has been with the district since 1996 and the floor has had three sand­ ings in this timeframe. See BOOSTERS, pg. Tax assessor is finishing up reviews of properties Kevin Harris is the tax venture onto the property to take pictures and gather dimensions. Additions in square footage to a residence, out­ buildings, new construction and, to a lesser degree, decks, will be updated on the township records. A common misconcep­ tion is that routine mainte­ nance will add to the taxable value of a property, said Hartwell. Painting, siding or re-siding, new roofs, win­ dows or gutters will not raise taxes as these are considered maintenance, said assessor for Castleton Township. Harris is wrap­ ping up his review of 1600 to 1700 parcels in the township. Hartwell. Records are updated when structures are removed, reducing the square footage as well. “He’s doing his job,” said by Shari Carney Staff Writer Castleton Township resi­ dents may have recently spotted a mysterious man casing their neighborhood with a clipboard and a cam­ era, carefully observing and taking notes. There is no reason for alarm. The man is Kevin Harris, assessor of record for the township on the scene meticulously researching properties, reports Castleton Township supervisor Cheryl Hartwell. Harris is wrapping up appraisals on 1600 to 1700 parcels for the township and said he prefers to speak with property owners but, if no one is available, the state does afford him the right to Hartwell of Harris’ work. “It is in the best interest of everyone, to make sure it is fair.” If no one is home, Harris said, he leaves a bright yel­ low business card, detailing his information. To comply with State of Michigan regulations every parcel must be assessed within a three year time frame. Hartwell said parcel descriptions and photo­ graphs are a matter ofpublic record and are available for review in the township office. She said it is a good idea for property owners to check these records for accuracy. The Castleton Township Office is located at 915 Reed St. in Nashville. Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville is the scene where Storm Ewing is participating in a golf outing spon­ sored by the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters. The boost­ ers next golf fundraiser is Saturday, Sept. 14. In This Issue • “Dinosaur bones” discovered in Vermontville • Local students enjoy culinary experiences • This week in Nashville history • Vintage photographs of Vermontville �Page 2 — Just Say ’As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, August 24,2013 “Dinosaur bones” discovered in Vermontville r r r ft dr J id I Isaac Crane (left) and Skylir Hoard, as archeologists, dig for dinosaur bones on the lawn of Vermontville Library. I® tin fdd’ idd Mikaylah McClain discovers the T. Rex skull during an archeological dig Tuesday, Aug. 20, on the lawn of the Vermontville Township Library. About 40 participants became archeologists at the Vermontville Township Library’s Dig into Reading evening programon Tuesday, Aug. 20. Archeologists gathered at the dig site armed with pith helmets, shovels and paint brushes. Nearly 30 bones were unearthed and then assembled. The completed skeleton was discovered to be a T. Rex,” said library director Carla Rumsy. T. Rex is cur­ rently on display at the library. The final event for the Summer Reading Program will be the annual prize auc­ tion Tuesday, Aug. 27. The normal start time has been changed to 7 p.m. to allow participants to attend the open house at Fuller Street School. Pizza will be served for participants and families beginning at 6:30 p.m. Final deposit slips for reading credit should be turned in by 3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 27. WI Marl Fully assembled and on display in Vermontville Township Library is this skeleton of a T. Rex dinosaur. The bones were extricated from a dig site on the library grounds. The bones were then assembled to form the T. -Rex. Ik I Ml ■diH Wl C*i.| WE HAVE JOBS! 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J (^EmploymentGroup Measurably better employees. ^^^facebook.com/employmentgroup a JF Call anytime for Maplevalley News ads 269-945-9554*1 1-800-878-7085 VERMONTVILLE FARMER’S MARKET Vermontville Farmer’s Market in the park every Saturday • 9 am-1 pm with fresh produce and baked goods, including sweet com, tomatoes and fresh peaches | / - s s S1 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, August 24, 2013 — Page 3 Help available for Eaton County at-risk homeowners Eaton County Treasurer Bob Robinson said a $1,000 grant from the Capital Region Community Foundation, Charlotte Generosity Fund will support a new foreclosure-prevention effort between the county treasurer’s office, Housing Services for Eaton County and Olivet College. The foreclosure preven­ tion effort will help at-riskhomeowners and raise awareness about how to pre­ vent mortgage and tax fore­ closure. The collaborative makes qualified counseling avail­ able from the Michigan Housing and Development Authority. Qualified home­ owners are given important information on a variety of assistance programs and are informed about strategies to prevent the loss of their home. Long-term financial coun­ seling also is made avail­ able. The program works in partnership with Michigan’s Hardest Hit, Step Forward Michigan project which pro­ vides qualified applicants with rescue funds to get homeowners current on pay­ ments. “We are grateful for the grant help ... The funding will help us better inform thousands of tax delinquent homeowners about the assis­ tance programs that are available to them, and help keep people in their homes,” said Robinson. For more information or assistance, call Housing Services for Eaton County, 517- 541-1180 or email rrobinson@eatoncounty.org “Sebben Crudele,” an early Italian da capo aria, two American folk songs, “Scarborough Fair” and “How Can I Keep From Singing,” and the art song, “Into the Night” by Clara Edwards. Scofield will play a Bach prelude, three movements from a Clementi sonatina, a free hymn improvisation, and three movements of American composer Edward MacDowell’s “Woodland Sketches.” She and Oster also will play a four-hand piano setting of Scott Joplin’s “Maple Leaf Rag.” Olson will sing art songs in French, Italian, and German, including Robert Schmann’s “Stille Tranen” and “Ich Grolle Nicht.” Also singing in German, Olson will perform the coloratura aria, “The Swiss Echo Song,” by Eckert. She and Scofield will collaborate on the vocal duet-“More Love to Thee, O Christ,” by French composer Camille SaintSaens. Singers will be assisted by pianists Linda Olson; and Oster. The recital is open to the public and is free of charge. Volunteers wanted for Sept. 14 Thornapple River Clean-up The 18th annual Thomapple River Clean-up is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 14, at 8 a.m. The Thomapple River Watershed Council and the Barry Conservation District are HASTINGS 4 .. . 1U11A i LITinV 269-205-4900 Bow.town Hiding. ■>" «»•«• «• IEATERS IGQTI.com and on Facebook O( S Vf- aUnrU| BARGAIN TWILIGHT ■ 0AiLY 4:00*6:00 PM * excludes Digital 30 O No passes (§) Stadium Seating SHOWTIMES 8/24 - 8/28 titles and times subject tochande O THE MORTAL INSTRUMENTS: CITY OF BONES (PG-13) SAT-SUN 11:00,1:45,4:30,7:15,10:00 MON-WED 4:30,7:15,10:00 O® KICK-ASS 2 (R) SAT-SUN 11:20,1:50,4:10,7:00,9:30 MON-WED 4:10,7:00,9:30 O ELYSIUM (R) DAILY 6:50, 9:20 ©WE’RE THE MILLERS (R) SAT-SUN 11:30,2:00, 4:40, 7:10, 9:40 MON-WED 4:40,7:10, 9:40 PERCY JACKSON SEA OF MONSTERS (PG) SAT-SUN 11:10,1:35,4:20 MON-WED 4:20 Ocwntown \^rmohbrtlle 174 S. Main St. Vermontville seeking volunteers for onriver clean up in areas from Vermontville to Ada. Starting locations will be Good Time Pizza in Nashville, Tyden Park in Hastings, Stagecoach Park in Middleville, Ruehs Park in Alaska, Leonard Field Park in Ada and Coldwater Park on Morse Lake Road. Free lunch will be provided to all volunteers at the Nashville, Hastings, Alaska and Ada locations following the clean-up. Volunteers are asked to pre-register for the event, either online at www.thornappleriver.org, or by phone, 269-948-8056. The Thomapple River Watershed Council would like volun­ teers to provide name, con­ tact information, what area they would like to assist in, and the names of other mem­ bers of their groups. Free T- FBI., AUG. 30th 5-9PM Chicken Stirfry Dinner Special $7.99 I 517.726.0975 I Open Mon. - Sat. 8am-9pm During the 2009 -10 school year Powers was told it would be the last one. Patching was needed to fill areas when nails were reached. Powers said the last estimate to replace the floor was between $100,000 and $120,000. The Maple Valley Athletic Boosters are stepping up to help defray the cost and are hosting a golf fundraiser Saturday, Sept. 14. Mulberry Fore will be the scene of a four person scram­ ble, beginning at 1 p.m. Golfers are asked to register early as this outing is limited to 20 teams. Another area to benefit from the money raised is the pay-to-play scholarship pro­ gram, said Darren McDonald athletic booster trustee. McDonald said no high school athlete will be turned away from playing in a sport due to a lack of money. Lori Courtney, athletic booster president, said the boosters hold several fundraisers throughout the year. The largest one is the reverse raffle traditionally held in April. shirts will be provided to all pre-registered volunteers, so volunteers should include their shirt sizes when regis­ tering. Some locations will locations require that volunteers have their own boats, so those who are able to provide their own canoes or kayaks are asked to indicate that when they register. Each volunteer will be contacted before the clean-up to confirm starting locations. The watershed council can also use help in organizing and carrying out this annual event. Anyone interested in assisting with registration, lunch or transportation is asked to include those inter­ est areas when they register. This year’s clean-up is supported in part through a grant from the Great Lakes Commission. Additional support for the annual Thomapple River Clean-up comes annually from local businesses and individuals. To make a donation in sup­ port of the annual Thomapple River Clean-up, please send it to the Thomapple River Watershed Council, PO Box 382, Caledonia, 49316 or donate online at www.tho'mappleriver.org. open house Monday Eaton County 4-H will host an open house and Science Blast Monday Aug. 26, at Kardel Hall on the Eaton County Fairgrounds. The event is designed to help people discover the variety of Eaton County 4-H clubs and projects youths can get involved in, and have fun with science at the same time. And What better time than autumn to start thinking about how to get involved iin 4-H, said Christine Heverly, Eaton County 4-H program coordinator. experiences for youth who learn skills and ideas that last a lifetime,” she said. . 4-H is for youths age 5 to 19 and features programs as varied as photography, build­ ing robots, gardening, writ­ ing, performing and raising animals. “But what they are really doing is learning to be a leader, building self-confi­ dence, growing in their awareness of good citizen­ ship, writing their own future and raising expectations they have of themselves,” said The evening will start at 6 p.m. with Science Blast sta­ tions and general informa­ tion about 4-H. The stations will continue until 8:30 p.m. when the challenges will begin. In addition, youths will have the chance to par­ ticipate in and watch the sec­ ond annual Robotics Challenge. Anyone age 9 to 19 may construct a Lego robot that will complete a variety of challenges. 4-H offers a wide variety of opportunities for people of all ages using experiential hands-on learning, said Heverly. “This creates meaningful Amy Wilkes, Lynzie Smith, Kimberly Rodriguez, Brigette Mattocks, Teri Knoll Heverly. Adults can even be involved as leaders. The Eaton County MSU Extension office also offers research-based support and training in age-appropriate learning methods and materi­ als to help plan activities and projects for young people in safe,- nurturing environments. For more information, call Heverly, 517-543-2310, or email her, sisungch@anr.msu.edu. Saturday Specials HtlmeCookin’ ! Jack S Judy’s^ Country Kettle Cafe < PRIME RIB BBQ BABY BACK RIBS ROAST PORK & DRESSING > Sunday Specials • SWISS STEAK • HAM & YAMS • ROAST TURKEY & DRESSING Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! All include potato, vegetable and soup & salad bar. 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Ao © Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM , 06819969 __________ your continued support: August Special at Envy Salon Buy 1 Product or Tool... Get 1 FREE Kimberly mberly Rodriguez, Britney Rage, Barbara Cotton, W Amy Fisher, Angie Walker, Giana Rodriguez Dance Season Registration Last Chance to Register Wed., Aug. 28th • 4-7 pm Classes start Sept. 9th 06820011 ' n ifU 207 N. Main St, Nashville Hair • Nalls • Tanning 517-852-0313 DANCE STUDIO 517.85X9910 207 N. Main St. ■ Nashville Check us out on the webat hmm. stepntimedancestudio.com Barban Cotton, Britney Page, Amy Fisher, Angie Walker, Kimberly Rodriguez, Giana Rodriguez, Brigette Mattocks, Teri Knoll, Lynzie Smith, Amy Wilkes Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner Other board members are, Glenn Ewing, vice-presi­ dent; Jackie Ewing, secre­ tary; Melissa Faurot, treasur­ er and Adam Brumm, McDonald, Rob Trowbridge, Scott Johnson and Jamie Brighton trustees. For more information on the golf outing contact McDonald, 517-202-4897, cell phone, or 517-726-0584, home. For more information on the athletic boosters “Like” them on their Facebook page — Maple Valley Athletic Boosters. Eaton County 4-H hosting Music students presenting recitai Students from the music studio of Robert C. Oster will present a recital Wednesday, Aug. 28, at 7 p.m., at Grace Lutheran Church, 239 E. North St., Hastings. Performers will include Lakewood High School freshman Lauren Leazenby, Hastings resident Hannah Scofield, who serves as pianist for the Hastings Seventh-day Adventist Church and Nashville United Methodist Church; and Hastings Grace Lutheran Church music director Cindy । Olson. Leazenby 1 will sing BOOSTERS, continued from page 1 �Page 4 - Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, August 24,2013 Sunfield recycling center closed over Labor Day weekend The Sunfield recycling center will be closed Saturday, Aug. 31, and Monday, Sept. 2, for the hol­ iday weekend. Normal hours will resume Saturday, Sept. 7. The recycling center, located on First Street in Sunfield, is open Mondays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. The center accepts small fluorescent light bulbs, newspaper, magazines, phone books, white and col­ ored paper, junk mail, box board cardboard, corrugated cardboard, clear glass, cans, aluminum, No. 1 and 2 plas­ tic, plastic bags, computers and monitors, as well as all electronics, including microwave ovens, toaster ovens, blenders, hair dryers, cameras and batteries, vacu­ um sweepers, phones, scan­ ners, fax machines, TVs and VCR players. School sports participation numbers hold steady in state For the fifth straight year, Michigan ranked seventh nationally in high school sports participation, accord­ ing to statistics for the 2012­ 13 school year released recently by the National Federation of State High School Associations. That level of participation contin­ ued to best Michigan’s national ranking for total number of residents of high school age, which fell one spot to ninth nationally in 2012. Michigan’s participation ranking was based on a num­ ber of 304,438, with 130,009 girls and 174,429 boys tak­ ing part, and included sports in which the Michigan High School Athletic Association does not conduct postseason tournaments. The totals count students once for each sport in which he or she par­ ticipates, meaning students who are multiple-sport ath­ letes are counted more than once. Michigan girls participa­ tion remained seventh nationally for the second consecutive year, while the boys participation figure continued to rank sixth. According to the latest U.S. Census Bureau figures from 2012, Michigan ranks ninth in both females and males ages 14 through 17 after ranking eighth for both in 2011. Eight sports - including seven played by boys moved up in their respective rankings, while seven sports moved down their lists. Total, Michigan ranked ninth or higher nationally in partic­ ipation in 26 of the 28 sports in which the MHSAA con­ ducts a postseason tourna­ ment (not counting separate­ ly 8-player football). Basketball and boys swimming and diving led the improvement among boys sports, both moving up two spots - boys basketball to fourth-most participants nationally and swimming and diving up to seventh. Improving one position in national rank were boys bowling to second, boys cross country to eighth, boys ice hockey to third, boys lacrosse to seventh and boys STIFFLER TOUR F TRAVEL WASHINGTON D.C. U.S. Capitol, White House Visitor Center, WWII Memorial Mt Vernon, Arlington Nat’l Cemetery, Smithsonion, Baltimore Annapolis, Washington Nat’l Cathedral, Ford Theatre April 2-8, 2014 $2249.00 ($100 discount for early booking) SOUTHERN CHARM" St Augustine, Jekyll Island, St. Simon Island, Savannah, Factors Walk Beauford, Historic Charleston, Boone Hall Plantation April 12-18, 2014 $2199.00 ($200 discount with early booking) SHADES OF IRELAND Dublin, Irish Evening, Kilkenny, Waterford Crystal, Blarney Castle Jaunting Car Ride, Killamey, Ring of Kerry, Farm Visit Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway, Belleck Pottery, Donegal Town Derry, Giant’s Causeway, Glens of Antrim, Belfast, Castle Stay Air fare from Grand Rapids. Call today for brochure and plan to join us. Orpha (517) 231 -6067 For your free brochure, please call or write STIFFLER TOUR N' TRAVEL 9967 N Clinton Trail • Mulliken, Ml 48861* 517-566-8990 soccer to eighth. Only one boys sport moved down in national rank - wrestling from fifth to sixth-most par­ ticipants. Baseball (seventh), 11-player football (fifth), 8player football (14th), boys golf (sixth), boys skiing (fourth), boys tennis (fifth) and boys track and field (sixth) held constant with 2011-12 rankings. Girls cross country also jumped up two spots on its national ranking list, from seventh to fifth in 2012-13. However, six girls sports moved down their respective lists: girls basketball from sixth to seventh, girls golf from fifth to sixth, girls lacrosse from 12th to 13th, girls soccer from eighth to ninth, girls swimming and diving also eighth to ninth and girls tennis from third to fourth. Girls bowling (fourth), competitive cheer (fifth), gymnastics (12th), girls skiing (fourth), softball (seventh), girls track and field (seventh) and volleyball (fourth) repeated their 2011­ 12 national rankings. National participation in high school sports in 2012­ 13 set a new record for the 24th consecutive year with 7,713,577 'students an increase of 21,057 from the year before - taking part. Girls participation also set a record for the 24th straight year, increasing this time 15,190 participants to 3,222,723 total. Boys partici­ pation bounced back from its 2011-12 decrease, the first in two decades, increasing by 5,867 participants in 2012-13 for a total of 4,490,854 - the second-highest total on record for boys national par­ ticipation. Books and pillows will make for comfortable reading Bikers for Books representative Kendra Velasquez (left) presents Maple Valley Junior High School teacher Tonja Myers with six large pillows and 50 young adult novels for her classroom. The Ouderkirk and Velasquez family, Wingman Shots, and Big Daddy's Bait Shop in Eaton Rapids helped make this donation possible. Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Aug. 26 ed vegetables, applesauce, crackers. Roast pork and gravy, au gratin potatoes, green beans, orange, roll. Roast pork and gravy, stuffing, sweet potatoes, green beans, orange. Tuesday, Aug. 27 Tuesday, Aug. 27 Teriyaki chicken, broccoli, rice, tossed salad, pineapple chunks. Teriyaki chicken, rice, broccoli, diced carrots, prunes. Wednesday, Aug. 28 Wednesday, Aug. 28 Swedish meatballs with noodles, mixed vegetables, cauliflower, banana. Swedish meatballs with noodles, mixed vegetables, cauliflower, banana. Thursday, Aug. 29 Thursday, Aug. 29 Baked potato bar, chili, tossed salad, tropical fruit, crackers. Breakfast sandwich, sea­ soned potatoes, applesauce, orange tangerine, juice. Friday, Aug. 30 Friday, Aug. 30 BBQ chicken leg qtr. au gratin potatoes, coleslaw, watermelon, rolls. BBQ chicken thigh, au gratin potatoes, asparagus, diced peaches, roll. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Aug. 26 Cottage cheese, black bean and tomato salad, tropical fruit, granola bar. Tuesday, Aug. 27 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 06615650 Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Aug. 26 Sliced roast beefand Ched­ dar cheese, coleslaw, pears, bun. Wednesday, Aug. 28 Sliced turkey and Swiss cheese, potato salad, apricots, bun. Thursday, Aug. 29 Strawberry, spinach and chicken salad, pasta salad, Mandarin oranges. Friday, Aug. 30 Tuna pasta salad, marinat- Activities Calendar Monday, Aug. 26 - Hastings: Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; TV Strings; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; PATH Class 1-3:30 p.m. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, Aug. 27 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 28 Hastings: Music with Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton: Birthday Party. Thursday, Aug. 29 - Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia.; Tiger’s Watch Party 1:05 p.m. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, Aug. 30 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Sing-a-Long; Visiting. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, August 24, 2013 — Page 5 Garage Sale Antiques CALENDAR OF EVENTS ANTIQUE MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE ALLEGAN MARKET: Sunday, August SALE: August 30th & 31st Preparing for a new year by Todd Gonser Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Principal Upon return to school this fall, students will be excited to visit the jr./sr. high school library to see the whole new look. Many hours have been spent this summer purging and rearranging books; moving, painting shelves; removing a small computer lab and giving the entire library a new look with fresh coats of paint. Students will find the shelves stocked with many new book choices. The purged books were donated to Goodwill, or sold to buy new books.. Pat Reese, Lakewood’s library paraprofessional, devoted many hours to this project and led a team of staff members who helped with this project. The annual sixth grade orientation will be hosted by Maple Valley staff and administration Tuesday, Aug. 27, at 6 p. p.m. Sixth graders and their parents or guardians are invited to attend this special event to welcome them to the jr./sr. high school. Students and their families will meet in the auditorium to hear from several staff members on what it means to be a sixth grader in the building. Presenters will be Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon; junior high counselors, Lorraine Benedict and Patricia Blair; Athletic Director/Assistant Principal Duska Brumm; junior high stu­ dent council advisor and teacher Jassen Dowling; and myself. After the information session, students will move into a mini-schedule, traveling from class to class in a shortened version of their actual daily schedule. Only the sixth graders will be present, moving about the building. This gives the stu­ dent the opportunity to experience the movement of the day and practice their locker combinations. Students will also 15425936 receive information on the cafe and lunch room procedures. Office staffwill be on hand to assist parents with questions as well. Please join us on this very special night. Parents and guardians of ninth to 12th graders are invited to attend a guidance office presentation Tuesday, Aug. 27, at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium. Students and families will gain information on services provided by our counseling depart­ ment. Information will include a course guide overview, switching from trimesters to semesters, introduction to Career Cruising, a counseling website and counselor webpage. Frank Bernier, Ph.D., will be present to conduct' his “College Planning 101 Workshop.” This popular workshop is designed to help families understand and successfully manage all college planning steps. Through proper planning, they will be able to confidently find, be admitted to and afford one or more “good fit” colleges. Each family attending the workshop will receive a copy of Dr. Bernier’s “College Planning 101 Workshop Guide for Parents and Students.” Please join us for this very informative night. 25th. 400 exhibitors, rain or 9am-5pm, 305 Center Ct., Boys clothes shine. 8:00am-4:00pm, locat- Nashville. nice condition ed at the Fairgrounds right 18mo-12, clothing, shoes, in Allegan, Michigan. $4.00 womens admission. No pets. Stampin Up • supplies, 1937 Singer sewing machine, John Lawn & Garden Deere kids wagon, wooden BIG FISH SALE: BOGO boxes, fabric, books, HP all FREE: KOI & Goldfish, 6"- in one printer, vintage RC 8"+ (excludes premium KOI) bottles & more. PLUS many sales on aquatic plants. APOLS WATER GARDENS, 9340 Kalama­ zoo, Caledonia MI. (616)6981030 M-F 9:00-5:30, Sat 9:002:00. For Rent RAILSIDE MINI STOR- AGE: 5 sizes plus warehouse space available. Call M-66 Tire (616)374-1200 Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Sept 4 Sept 5 Sept 8 Sept 9 Card ofThanks Sept 12 THANK YOU We wish to express our appreciation to our family and friends for all the flowers, cards, food, love and support during this very difficult time. The family of Jack W. Urie From the Pulpit Recreation Credible Christianity 1973 HONDA 350 motorcycle: runs good, everything & looks good. CASH OR CONVENTION-workss AL 3BD,, 2 story, 1.5 lot all $l,200/obo. Cheap Cheaper than a fenced. 1BA, main floor utili- Moped! (269)94543 (269)9454359. ty, hardwood throughout, full fwuiltlhbasement, 2 stall ogvareargede DO YOU WANT QUALITY work area, covered PRINTING at wood storage area. $28,000. PRINTING PRINTING at affordable . prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at (269)948-8889 leave message (269)945-9554. will call back morning. Real Estate by Pastor Gary Simmons Nashville, Vermontville and Woodland United Methodist churches I am a fan of the Detroit Tigers. But I am not a truly devoted follower. Yes, I occasionally wear a my Tigers shirt and ball cap. And I watch parts oftheir games on TV ■when it’s convenient. But I lose interest and turn it off when they begin to lose. I can’t tell you all the players’ names. And I have not traveled to the ballpark and attend­ ed a game in person since 1968 (when I was 10 years old). I am an enthusiastic admirer, but I am not a truly invest­ ed follower. My status as a Tigers fan has caused me to ponder how most people are fans, yet not truly devoted followers of Jesus Christ. I read recently that more than 75 percent of Americans call themselves Christians. Really? Three out of four people in our society are followers of Christ? I don’t think so. They may be fans, but not true followers. Believing in God and occasionally attending church does not make you a real Christian. Being a true follow­ er, a real Christian, is not defined by some symbol you wear around your neck, or a prayer you say at night, or a pew you sit in on Sunday. Being a Christian is defined not by symbols, but rather by the substance of your actions. I have' found that most people like being associated with Jesus, but don’t want any strings attached. We want to be enthusiastic fans without it costing us anything. We think, “I like Jesus, but don’t ask me to ... care for the poor, give time or money to the church, forgive others, or give up any of my indulgences.” Jesus said in Luke 9:23, “If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.” Being a Christian is not a birth right. It is not a piece of paper you received when you were baptized. Being a Christian means choosing to follow Jesus, even if it means giving up everything. Are you a true Christian? What or who do you really follow? The Place to Go for Professional Styling & MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 Roush's Sidewalk Cafe & Hometown Pizzeria http:// LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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. 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 Evening Worship............................. 6 Wednesday Family. Night Service ......... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. 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 School 10: 00......... .............. Church Service 11: 00.................................... Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 . Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. . Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship ............. 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Livestock Developmental Committee, Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.., Expo Center Open Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Barry Community Enrichment Center QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Worship........................... 11:15 a.m. Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School........................... 9:45 A.M. Service ..........................11 a.m. P.M. Service.................................... 6 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 NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 . PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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, 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. 5 mi. south ofNashville) PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Sunday School............................. 10 aa.mm. Phone 517-852-1993 A.M. Service............................. 11:15 p. . m . . IGNITING MINISTRY P.M. Service.................................... 6 Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors PASTOR GEORGE GAY 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 203 N. State, Nashville 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.rri. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 24,2013 Local students enjoy culinary experiences by Constance Cheeseman Staff Writer This summer, six high school students participated in a program that provided opportunities to learn reallife skills and, quite possibly, instill a new-found passion in the career field ofculinary arts. James Barnum, Richelie Bell and Ray Kosbar from Hastings High School and Alex Kulinski, Tiffany Smith and Jordanne Terry from Delton Kellogg High School took part in an eight- week culinary experience run through the Barry Intermediate School District in partnership with the YMCA of Barry County­ Camp Algonquin. The program assigned the students to the task of work­ ing in the kitchen at the YMCA camp alongside chef and mentor, Jill Newton. The program, however, wasn’t just about a summer job. It was about arming the group with the skills to be successful and productive. “The program came Visiting farms to learn more about food sources and animal care was part of the program. Here, Ray Kosbar {left) Richelie Bell and James Barnum pet a dairy calf. together after several years of discussion about adding a culinary arts program to our list of career preparation pro­ grams,” said Fred Jacobs, vice-president of J-Ad Graphics and member of the VoTech Committee, a group of local business leaders and professionals working through the BISD. “We knew that it would be a pop­ ular career field for many students throughout the county.” Tom DeVault, YMCA director, suggested the idea of the students preparing meals for the campers this summer. He had just hired a culinary arts graduate, Jill Newton, to run the food serv­ ice program for the camp. “It was a natural fit,” said Jacobs, “the YMCA had the licensed kitchen, the trainer and someone to eat all the food we planned to prepare.” Three students each from Hastings and Delton schools were selected to take the course. Thanks to the Interagency Cash Transfer Agreement between Michigan Rehabilitation Services and the BISD, the students could be paid for their work at the YMCA as well as take a part in a three-day orientation and more. Orientation began June 6, with students working on soft skills, such as workplace Students taking part in the culinary experience program are (back,from left) Jordanne Terry, Alex Kulinski, Mentor/Chef Jill Newton, Tiffany Smith, (front) James Barnum, Ray Kosbar and Richelle Bell. “The students coming into the program were intro­ duced to potential career opportunities, they were made aware of the impor­ tance of a strong work ethic and the value of hands-on work experience.” S, Lipp. The second hour was a study session on Servsafe for Food Handler Certification through the . National Restaurant Association with Amy Scoville of the BISD. See CULINARY, pg. 13 Tom Devault ethics with Donna Lipp of Michigan Works, touring the YMCA and meeting with DeVault. The second and third days of orientation involved visiting farms such as Otto’s Chicken Farm, Origin’s Hobby Farm, Sand Creek Dairy and Otto’s Turkey Farm in order to gain knowledge and insight of where food comes from. Following the farm visits,students were invited to Big Boy by Lee Campbell and Seasonal Grille by Justin Straube for a meal and a tour oftheir kitchens. Once orien­ tation commenced, students were ready to begin their positions as culinary interns. Part oftheir culinary expe­ rience included Teachable Designedto Stand Uy Tuesdays. Each Tuesday, the interns reported to the BISD for skill-building ac­ tivities. The first two hours of each Tuesday generally looked the same. One hour was filled with Career Ready 101/KeyTrain with A ceremonial banquet put on at YMCA invites guests to enjoy food prepared and cooked by the stu­ dent interns of the summer culinary program. Bom to StandOut Zoro-TUrn Lawn Mowers Additional Features: Articulating Front Axle and Deck Heavy-Duty Cast Iron Spindles Welded Steel Deck Traditional Dual Lever Steering option Maple Valley Implement, Inc. 735 E. Sherman Street, Nashville, Nashville MI 517-852-1910 www.maplevalleyeq.com Justin Straube, owner of Seasonal Grille (far right), shows interns how to saut6. P|ctured here are (from left) Ray Kosbar, Richelle Bell, Tiffany Smith, Alex Kulinski and Jordanne Terry. �Welcome Back to... MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Visit us online at www.mvs.kl2.mi.us DEAR TEACHERS, PARENTS, STUDENTS, AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS: It is with sincere optimism and motivation that I invite all stakeholders to Maple Valley Schools, ter website; as well as our Twitter contacts. Soon, most of you will become aware of our new instant and welcome our students back alert system. This will empower to school. Each school year us to contact you when school is brings a new spark of hope, cancelled; along with various vision, excitement, and with announcements. many; anxiety of what the new school year may bring. As we The continued building of our begin this school year, I wish the partnerships with our District's greatest success for all of our stu- families and our community Page j FIRSTDWOFCIASSES: Tuesday, September 3, 2013 BUILDING STARTING TIMES: Fuller Elementary - 8:05 am Jn/Sr. High • 7:37 am Maple Valley Pathways High School Northeast wing of the Jn/Sr. High School - 7:37 a.m. dents, teachers, and all of our stakeholders is vital to a success­ staff members who work so hard ful school setting. We are here to to facilitate the infrastructure of serve our students and look for- lb Assure a Smooth Start for Your Child... Attend Your School s ward to working with you during the 2013-2014 school year. With extraordinary enthusiasm and excitement I look forward to a great school year! OPEN HOUSE: effective schools. This year we have many aspirations and visions for the district. We will seek continued improvement on professional develop­ ment for teachers and adminis­ trators, with an emphasis placed on personalized mastery learning in our elementary building. In addition, we will continue to implement best instructional practices in all of our classrooms pre-K - 12. 6th Grade Orientation Sincerely, Michelle Falcon, Interim Superintendent Tuesday, August 27 • 6:00pm • Auditorium Fuller Elementary Tuesday, August 27 from 5:00pm • 6:30pm We will continue to seek out more efficient ways to communi­ cate with our community. Most of you have seen our Facebook page. You will also notice a bet- BUILDINGS ARE OPEN FOR REGISTRATION All new students MUSI, have: 2013/2014 School Lunch Program Meal prices for the 2013-2014 school year are as follows: Grades K-5 Breakfast -$1.30 Grades 6-12 Breakfast -$1.45 Specialty Bar $2.50 Milk $ .30 Lunch - $2.00 Lunch - $2.35 Parents and students are encouraged to deposit money by check into their family’s meal account for the week, month or more. Keeping a bal­ ance 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 par­ ents 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: Food Service Director at 852-3920. Maple Valley Schools has developed a Wellness Policy for Student Nutrition and Activity. This policy is intended to provide goals for student 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. 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 immunizations are up to date. FOR STUDENT REGISTRATION INFORMATION CALL: Fuller Elementary (Grades K-5) 852-9468 Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High (Grades 6-12) 852-9275 Maple Valley Pathways High School (Alt/Adult/Virtual) 852-2322 �MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Visit us online at www.mvs.kl2.mi.us ANNUAL NOTIFICATIONS BOARD OF EDUCATION BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETINGS 2013-2014 MEMBERS 2(H3-2(H4 The following board meeting dates have been set for 7:00pm until the Jan. 13, 2014 Organizational meeting. JULY 8,2013 SEPTEMBER 9,2013 Maple Valley Pathways High School 852-2322 Tim Burd Fuller Street Elementary 852-9468 Early 4s 852-2075 Trustee DECEMBER 9,2013 JANUARY13,2014 852-9421 Vice-President Treasurer 2014 ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING 852-9699 Bus Garage & Operations April Heinze Andrea Montgomery Mark Jorgensen OCTOBER 14,2013 NOVEMBER 11,2013 Administration Office President Secretary AUGUST 12,2013 School District TelephoneNumbers Wayne Curtis Trustee Kevin Rost Trustee Brian Green . Jr/Sr High School 852-9275 Special Education Office 852-9468 Food Service 852-3920 ATTENTION SENIORS AND SENIOR PARENTS: 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 Lapsing WMMQ WVIC Lansing// WFMK Lansing WBCH Hastings WLCM Charlotte WLNS TV-6 Lansing WILX TV-10 Lansing WITL Lansing WOOD Grand Rapids WJFM Grand Rapids WGRD Grand Rapids WWMT TV-3 Kalamazoo WZZM TV-13 Grand Rapids WOODTV-8 J Grand Rapids WOTV TV-41 Battle Creek www.facebook.com/pages/Maple-ValleySchools/543043345731790?hc_location=stream Maple Valley Schools Facebook page YEARLY NOTIFICATION OF MANAGEMENT PLAN AVAILABILITY ^The 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 and complete your MVMSF survey by April 15,2014. PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES (AGES BIRTH TO 25) The Maple Valley Schools offers programs and services to support children with special needs. If you suspect you have a child with a disability who is not receiving services, please call or write the Director of Special Education, for more information at: Maple Valley Schools 251 Fuller, Nashville, MI 49073 (517) 852-9468 It is the policy of Maple Valley Schools that no person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, martial status, or dis­ ability 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. Parents, teacher and employees, please note that our school’s manage­ ment plan for asbestos is available for your review in our offices at 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI during regular office hours. At the present time, ail asbestos is in good condition. Our policy is to continue surveillance and maintenance. VOCATIONAL OFFERINGS ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION IN SCHOOLS The student’s parent/guardian must provide the school with written permission and request to administer medication. Medication should be brought to the school in the original container by the parent/guardian unless other safe arrangments are neces­ sary and possible. Medication includes both prescription and non-prescription medications and includes those taken by mouth or inhaler, which are injectible (epipen), applied as drops to eyes or nose, or applied to the skin 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 of employment and training services and are offered under the guidance of qualified instructors. All vocational education pro­ grams follow the district’s policies of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color; AGE OF MAJORITY age, national origin, sex or disability in all activities and employment. In addition, arrangements 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 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml 49096 517-852-9275 When students become 18 years of age, Michigan law pro­ hibits schools from providing anyone (including parents) information regarding grades, attendance and discipline with­ out prior students approval. �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, August 24, 2013 - Page 9 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Visit us online at www.mvs.kl2.mi.us ANNUAL NOTIFICATIONS District Transportation Program “Safely Transporting Our Future SCHOOL BUS STOPS What Every Driver Mu»t Know to Insure the Safety of all Maple Valley Student* SCHOOL BUSES WITH OVERHEAD RED AND YELLOW LIGHTS (With or Without Bus Stop Signs) 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) 1. Red lights are flashing and bus is moving prepare to stop. 2. Red lights are flashing and bus is stopped - SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY PROGRAM Please review these bus ruleswith your child, WAITING bus means no tripping and a safe education. • Be on time. Too early, you are waiting alone too long. Too late, you could be hurt rushing to the bus. • Wait quietly away from the road. Cars don’t always stay on the road Running games might cause you to go into the road. • Do not move toward the bus until the driver opens the door. The driver will open the door when it is safe. The bus could skid while stopping on ice or gravel along the roadside. LOADING • 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 ever you are carrying. • Sit down immediately. A quick start could knock you down ifyou are not seated. stop no closer than 20 feet from the bus. RIDING 3. When red lights are turned off - proceed. • Don’t distract the driver. The driver’s full attention must be on driving safely. • Keep body inside bus. Trees, trucks, and utility poles have caused bad injuries to children hanging out windows. • Don't bother the other passengers. Every student deserves a safe ride to school. • Keep floor clear. Ifthere is an emergency, a clean ALL SCHOOL BUSES Yellow hazard warning lights are flashing proceed with caution. UNLOADING • Stay seated until bus stops. A quick stop or an acci­ dent could knock you to the floor. • Don’t carry awkward loads. Use a knapsack or tote bag. Many students are killed picking up dropped objects near the bus where the driver cannot see them. • Move away from the bus immediately. If you can touch the bus, you are TOO CLOSE. The bus can be very dangerous. • Go directly home. Strangers might bother students hanging around the bus stop. Going to the wrong house could cause people to worry about where you are. CROSSING • Move ahead of the bus 10 steps until you can see the bus driver’s face. The driver must always be able to see you. • Wait for the driver’s signal. The driver will signal you when it is safe to cross the road. • Cross to the outside edge of the bus and make sure all traffic is stopped. NOU must make sure it is safe to cross the road. • If clear, cross quickly, if not clear, return to the curb. Ifthe road is not safe, move back to the curb. Don’tjust stand waiting in the road. with the Villages of Nashville and Vermontville 2013-2014 Bus Schedule ALL bus riders: Please expect earlier and/or later times while your students’ bus routes make necessary adjustments.* GRADES K-12 Students at Building 7:15 a.m. Building Maplewood Buses Depart 7:20 a.m. 7:20 a.m. Bridge Street 7:15 a.m. Elevator 7:10 a.m. 7:15 a.m. Bus Garage 7:20 a.m. 7:15 a.m. GRADES 6-12 Building Students at Building Buses Depart Fuller 7:10 a.m. 7:15 a.m. Kellogg 7:15 a.m. 7:20 a.m. GRADES K-5 Building Students at Building Water Alley(South) Kellogg 7:45 a.m. 7:45 a.m. Buses Depart 7:50 a.m. 7:50 a.m. PESTICIDE USAGE INFORMATION This column is to advise parents that the Maple Valley Schools is in compliance with Public Act 131 of 1993 which requires schools to notify parents and guardians of chil­ dren that they have a right to be informed prior to applications of pesticides. Maple Valley schools contracts with Rose Exterminator Company for pest control. The Rose Exterminator Company has beets a reputable firm serving commercial, industrial and institution-al facilities for over 130 years. In our buildings, the Rose Exterminator Company administers an Inte-grated Pest Management Program which includes mechanical, biological, harborage reduction, and environmental controls with pesticide applica-tions used only when necessary. Further, the integrated Pest Management Program requires that any aerosol or liquid pesticide not be applied in classrooms or other areas students occupy within four hours of students’ presence. If you require further information or notification pertaining to pesticide applications, please contact Pat Powers, Director of Operations and Transportation at 852-9421. 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 ofall students to encourage them to become productive citizens with life-long learning skills. �MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Visit us online at www.mvs.kl2.mi.us Page 4 7th/8th VOLLEYBALL DATE OPPONENT 7th DATE 8th 4:15 5:15 Th9/12 Olivet 4:155:15 M 9/16 Bellevue 4:155:15 T 9/17 Parchment Th9/19 Galesburg-Augusta 4:155:15 4:155:15 T 9/24 Pennfield 4:155:15 Th9/26 Delton-Kellogg 4:155:15 Olivet T 10/1 Th10/3 Parchment 4:155:15 Th 10/10Galesburg-Augusta 4:155:15 T 10/15Pennfield 4:155:15 Th 10/17Delton-Kellogg 4:155:15 S 10/19 KVA Tournament @ Parchment TBATBA A SOCCER F W Th Th Th Th Th Th Th Th DATE TIME OPPONENT 8/23 Scrimmage @ Lakeview 8/28 Olivet 9/5 Delton-Kellogg 9/12 Constantine 9/19 Kalamazoo Christian 9/26 Pennfield 10/3 Parchment 10/10Kalamazoo Hackett 10/17Galesburg-Augusta 10/24 Schoolcraft 3.-00 630 630 630 530 630 630 630 TBA 630 A A H H A A H H A A VARSITY FOOTBALL DATE OPPONENT TIME F8/23 Scrimmage @ Lakeview Th 8/29 Olivet F9/6 Delton-Kellogg F9/13 Constantine F9/20 Kalamazoo Christian F9/27 Pennfield F 10/4 Parchment F 10/11Kalamazoo Hackett F 10/18Galesburg-Augusta F 10/25Schoolcraft 430 730 730 7:00 7:00 7.30 730 730 730 7.-00 TIME OPPONENT Parchment 530A W 9/4 T 9/10 Barry County Christian 530A 5:30A W 9/11 Constantine 5:00A M 9/16 Leslie 5:30H W 9/18 Galesburg-Augusta 5:00A Th9/19 Springport 530H W 9/25 Delton-Kellogg W 10/2 Pennfield 5:30A S 10/5 Battle Creek Central8:30am A TBAA M 10/7 Hastings W 10/9 Schoolcraft 530H 8am A S 10/12 Springport W 10/16 Kalamazoo Christian 530A W 10/23 Kalamazoo Hackett 530H T 10/29Olivet 5:30H 8 am A S 11/2 Perry H H A H A A A H A A H J.V. FOOTBALL DATE Varsity VOLLEYBALL Junior-Varsity VOLLEYBALL A H A A H H A A H H OPPONENT TIME M8/26 Leslie 5:30H W9/4 Kalamazoo Christian 630 H F9/6 Lakewood 530H Galesburg-Augusta M9/9 630A W 9/11 Delton-Kellogg 630H Th 9/12 Bellevue 5:30A M9/16 Pennfield 630H W9/18 Parchment 630A F9/20 Barry Co. Christian 5:00A M9/23 Kalamazoo Hackett 6:45A W 9/25 Olivet 630H F 9/27 Lansing Christian 5:00 H M9/30 Open Date (KVA Toum) A W 10/2 Open Date (KVA Toum) A Th10/3 Bellevue 530 H M 10/7 Open Date (KVA Toum) A F 10/11Perry 530A W w s w It is the policy of the Maple Valley School District that no per­ son 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 discrimination during any program or activ­ ity or in employment. Any questions concerning Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, should be directed to Mrs. Duska Brumm, Jr/Sr High School Asst. Principal, 852-9275. Any questions concerning Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 or the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, which prohibit dis­ crimination based on race, color, national origin or age should be directed to Michelle Falcon, Superintendent, 852-9699. Inquiries related to Title n or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which prohibits discrimination on the basis or dis­ ability, should be directed to the Director of Special Education, Section 504 Coordinator,. 852-9468. Grievance procedures are located in the superintendent’s office. — TIME w s CROSS COUNTRY DATE OPPONENT TIME F 8/23 Bellevue W 8/28 Lakewood W 9/4 Ovid-Elsie Tu9/10 Constantine Tu9/17 Galesburg-Augusta S 9/21 Lowell W 9/25 Perry S 9/28 Carson City-Crystal Tu10/1 Schoolcraft S 10/5 Bellevue S 10/12Grand Ledge Tu 10/15KVA Champtionship IL IL ® "ft Maple Valley provides: NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY OPPONENT DATE Parchment 730A 9/4 8:30am A 9/7 Olivet Constantine 730A 9/11 530A M 9/16 Leslie W 9/18 Galesburg-Augusta 730H Th9/19 Springport 630A S 9/21 Battle Creek Central8:30am A W 9/25 Delton-Kellogg 730H 10/2 Pennfield 730A 10/5 Springport 8am A M 10/7 Hastings TBAA W 10/9 Schoolcraft 730H S 10/12Ovid-Elsie 9am A W 10/16 Kalamazoo Christian 730A W 10/23 Kalamazoo Hackett 7:00H S 10/26Perry 8am A T 10/29Olivet 730H S 11/2 KVA Tournament @ Pennfield 9am A 4:00 4:30 530 530 5:00 9am 330 9am 530 9am 10am 4:30 A A A A A A A A A A A H 2013 FALL SPORTS SCHEDULE Compliments of Maple Valley Athletic Boosters ADMISSION PRICES Gate Fees: $5.00 for all High school events $3.00 for all Junior High events 5 and under free Family Pass: $175.00 Individual Pass: $80.00 Seasonal Pass: $30.00 (Fall, Winter, or Spring) Spirit Club Pass: $20.00 (K-12) IP R S ID g SCHOOLS OF CHOICE Safe Schools Caring Student-Centered Teachers Full Curricular and Extra Curricular Offerings State-of-the-Art Technology Award winning Agriculture program Maple Valley Pathways High School (Altemative/Adult/Virtual) Comprehensive Vo-ed Business programs Woods/Manufacturing/Sawmill (operating) PE K-12 Band 6-12, award winning Musical/Drama/Choir, award winning Computers K-12 Personal Mastery Learning Model K-5 Elementary Music Access dual enrollment Variety AP courses Multiple electives, plus hundreds through virtual schools We are now accepting Schools of Choice applications for the .2013-2014 school year. Enrollment is available for all grades K-12 and in the Maple Valley Pathways High School. 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 dis­ tricts. Teachers in Maple 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 weak­ nesses. Maple Valley Schools offers programs that prepare your children for their future. Applications will, be accepted until September 6, 2013 for enrollment information, call 517/852-9699. NOTIFICATION OF FERPA RIGHTS The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Ace (FERPA) affords parents and students over 18 years ofage (“eligible students *) certain rights with respect to the student’s education records. These rights are outlined below. 1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of the day the District receives a request for access. Parents or eligible students should submit to the School principal [or appropriate school official] a written request that identifies the record(s) they wish to inspect The School official willl make arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. 3 m j ?e n®ht l° re<,uest 11,6 amendment ofthe student’s education records that the parentortheeligibeIleves,are *naccurate’ misleading or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy rights under FERPA. Parents or eligible students may ask the School to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or mismis­ leading. 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. Ifthe School decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent or eligible student, the School will notify the parent or eligible student ofthe decision and advise them oftheir right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment Additional information g in g the hearing procedures will be provided to the parent or eligible student when notified ofthe right oa earing. 3. The right to consent to disclosures to personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent One exception, which permits disclosure without consent, is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the School as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staffand law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the School Board;; person or company with whom the School has contracted to perform a special task (such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest ifthe official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. 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 ofEducation concerning alleged failures by Maple Valley Schools to comply with the requirements ofFERPA. The name and address ofthe office that admin­ isters FERPA are: Family Policy Compliances Office 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 outside 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 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 ofa student’s name, address, and telephone number to military recruiting representatives (who can only use that information to provide stu dents 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. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, August 24,2013 — Page 11 sunshine Pack & Ship 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269.945.9105 OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:30 - 5:30 �Page 12 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, August 24,2013 This week in Nashville history This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Aug. 23,1983: She wrote: Today’s column looks at this week in Nashville’s past. The follow­ ing excerpts are gleaned from the Nashville Ancient LEGAL NOTICE Memories History column published in The Nashville News from near the turn of the century into the 1930s; from the Turning Back the Pages fea­ ture of the 1940s to 1960s; and from various early issues ofThe News.) 1877 — Best cuts of beef are sold regularly in Nashville for 10 cents a pound, while in Hastings even the most cautious shop­ per cannot get tender beef at 12 1/2 cents. The moral is obvious. 1878 — The new Wolcott House, which opened this week, is indeed one of Nashville’s proudest assets. All spanking brand new and In August 1888, Henry Roe traded the Nashville meat market enterprise he’d owned for 14 years for a 40-acre farm, but two years later in August he re­ entered the meat business in a new building which the News called “a fine addi­ tion to Main Street.” 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 made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Carl Forsythe, An Unmarried Man and Tammy L. Peters, An Unmarried Woman to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Americas Wholesale Lender, its successors and IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE assigns, Mortgagee, dated MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE August 17, 2006 and recorded BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE August 28, 2006 in Instrument # YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT 1169197 Barry County Records, OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. Michigan. Said mortgage was MORTGAGE SALE - Default assigned through mesne assign­ has been made in the conditions ments to: Green Tree Servicing, of a mortgage made by Bryan LLC, by assignment dated June Gruesbeck Bethany and 6,2013 and subsequently record­ Gruesbeck, Husband and Wife, ed in Barry County Records on to Mortgage Electronic which mortgage there is claimed Registration Systems, Inc., as to be due at the date hereof the nominee for lender and lender's or assigns, sum of One Hundred Eighty- successors Seven Thousand Four Hundred Mortgagee, dated February 13, Ninety-Five Dollars and Eighty- 2003 and recorded February 25, One Cents ($187,495.81) includ­ 2003 in Instrument Number 1098259, Barry County Records, ing interest 7.13% per annum. Under the power of sale con- Michigan. Said mortgage is now tained in said mortgage and the held by Mortgage Center, LLC by statute in such case made and assignment. There is claimed to provided, notice is hereby given be due at the date hereofthe sum One Hundred Twelve that said mortgage will be fore­ of Eight Hundred closed by a sale of the mort­ Thousand gaged premises, or some part of Eighteen and 44/100 Dollars them, at public vendue, Circuit ($112,818.44) including interest Court of Barry County at 1:00PM at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ on September 5, 2013 Said premises are situated in tained in said mortgage and the Township of Thornapple, Barry statute in such case made and County, Michigan, and are provided, notice is hereby given described as: The East 132 feet that said mortgage will be fore­ of the West 30 acres of the North closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of one-half of the Southeast onethem, at public vendue -at the quarter of Section 32, Town 4 Barry County Circuit Courthouse North, Range 10 West, except in Hastings, Michigan in Barry the North 583 feet thereof; also County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on the South 208.71 feet of the West SEPTEMBER 19, 2013. 181 feet of the East 313 feet Said premises are located in thereof. Also a strip of land the Village of Middleville, Barry described as: The North one-half County, Michigan, and are of the Southeast one-quarter of described as: Section 32, Town 4 North, Range Lot 20, Misty Ridge, according 10 West, except the West 30 to the recorded Plat thereof in acres thereof. Also except the Liber 6, of Plats, on Page 30. East 50 acres thereof. Commonly The redemption period shall be known as 11377 Davis Rd, 6 months from the date of such Middleville Ml 49333 The sale, unless determined aban­ redemption period shall be 6 doned in accordance with MCLA months from the. date of such §600.3241 a, in which case the sale, unless determined aban­ redemption period shall be 30 doned in accordance with MCL days from the date of such sale. 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in TO ALL PURCHASERS: The which case the redemption peri- foreclosing mortgagee can od shall be 30 days from the date rescind the sale. In that event, of such sale, or upon the expira- your damages, if any, are limited tion of the notice required by solely to the return of the bid MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is "amount tendered at sale, plus later; or unless MCL interest. 600.3240(17) applies. If the prop­ If the property is sold at fore­ erty is sold at foreclosure sale closure sale, pursuant to MCL under Chapter 32 of the Revised 600.3278, the borrower will be Judicature Act of 1961, under held responsible to the person MCL 600.3278, the borrower will who buys the property at the be held responsible to the person mortgage foreclosure sale or to who buys the property at the the mortgage holder for damage mortgage foreclosure sale or to to the property during the the mortgage holder for damag- redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ ing the property during the redemption period. Dated: erty, please contact our office as 8/03/2013 Green Tree Servicing, you may have, certain rights. LLC, Assignee of Mortgagee Dated: August 17, 2013 Attorneys: Potestivo & Orlans Associates, P.C.. Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Attorneys for Servicer Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml P.O. Box 5041 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 13-010918 No: 13-83957 (08-03)(08-24) (08-17)(09-07) 06819331 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE A T (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by EUGENE A. GRECO and BETH GRECO, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, IInc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 28, 2006, and recorded on August 8, 2006, in Document No. 1168282, and assigned by said mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon, as Trustee for CIT Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-1, by Caliber Home Loans, Inc., f/k/a Vericrest Financial, Inc., as its attorney in fact, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Two Thirty-Six Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Nine Dollars and Eighty Cents ($136,229.80), including interest at 8.890% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, At the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 01:00 PM o'clock, on September 5, 2013 Said premis­ es are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 14, PLEASANT VALLEY ESTATES, YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THERE­ OF IN LIBER 6 OF PLATS ON PAGE 13. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. If the above referenced property is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 600 of the Michigan Compiled Laws, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damag­ ing the property during the redemption period. The Bank of New York Mellon, as Trustee for CIT Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-1, by Caliber Home Loans, Inc., f/k/a Vericrest Financial, Inc., as its attorney in fact Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 VF.000070 CONV (08-03)(08-24) The Wolcott House added a touch of elegance to Nashville’s South Main Street when it was completed and opened in August 1878. The decorative cornice and arch were last-minute additions by an itinerant carpenter. Built by local hardware merchant Charles C. Wolcott, the hotel boasted one of the earliest plumbing systems in Nashville and was thought of as one of the finest hostelries in the region. furnished in excellent throughout, the taste hostelry offers the finest accommoda­ tions to be found between Jackson and Grand Rapids. All bedroom furniture is from Jacob Lentz & Sons factory in this village. 1879 — The Barry County teachers’ convention con­ vened Monday afternoon in the Nashville Baptist Church and continued with daily ses­ sions through Friday. The pretty ams schoolma’ thronged the streets each day and succeeded in making it a truly banner week for every male in town. For five days, business has been sadly neg­ lected in Nashville, for we meet them on the sidewalks in twos and threes with their neat dresses, their prettily arranged hair, modest man­ ners, flying ribbons and vir­ tuous smiles, and who can work when schoolma’ams are on the wing? 1880 — The names of the streets have been posted con­ spicuously on the comers and the village begins to have a metropolitan aspect. H.H. Gill, who has been numbering and lettering the streets, was a colonel in the Rebel army. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of chiMren under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 06799959 1881' — The present drought makes the plow points wear and farmers swear ... The warm and dry weather has continued so long that com, potatoes and Other fall crops are suffering greatly. 1888 — Henry Roe, engaged in the market busi­ ness in this village for the past 14 years,- has traded his meat stock and market equipment to W.W. Burdick and John Ackett for the for­ mer’s 40-acre farm just south of the village. The new pro­ prietors will assume posses­ sion Monday. 1890 — A fine addition to the business places on Main Street is the new building how being completed by Henry Roe, to be used by him as a meat market. 1899 — M.B. Brooks has his apple evaporator running full blast and is bringing a measure of prosperity to this region. He is paying from 20 to 50 cents per hundred for fall apples, which are com­ ing in in huge quantities. 1902 — Fred Wotring has what is undoubtedly the slickest buggy in town — a nifty rubber-tired model bought last week from C.L. Glasgow, with a curved, ornamented dashboard and red leather upholstery. Drawn by his frisky bay gelding, the rig surely is something to see. 1903 — Nashville mer­ chants are going all out to attract trade to this village Saturday. Starting this week and continuing * through September, there will be a baseball game every Saturday afternoon and a band concert every Saturday evening. This week, as a spe­ cial attraction, there will be a slide trombone quartet giv­ ing a concert at intermission time. Also there will be fire- works each Saturday evening at 10 p.m. 1905 — Miss Hennie Updyke of Reading has been hired to teach English and history in the Nashville school, to fill the position vacated by Miss Tuthill. 1906 — The community mourns the passing of Miss Ruth Hazel Downing, 17year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H.E. Downing, at Whitehall, where she was taken in hopes that the change in atmosphere might benefit her declining health. 1907 — As the News goes to press, late Tuesday night, preparations are well along for the festival that com­ mences Wednesday morn­ ing. The main streets are lined with booths and tents, street merchants are getting in shape to display their wares, merry-go-rounds, doll and cane racks, moving pic­ ture shows, Wild West shows and all sorts of enter­ tainment are in readiness. The merchants are all busy making arrangements for the grand industrial parade ... which will greatly eclipse the fine one of last year. 1924 - The Nashville Boy Scout band attended the Kalamazoo Fair last week by invitation and played in com­ petition with nine other bands from larger towns, drawing seventh place in honors. 1927 — The Slout Players, Michigan’s finest tent stock company, will open a three-day engagement in Nashville Thursday. The company presents a fine list of comedies, singing and dancing, vaudeville and thenown orchestra. Thursday night, when their play will Br “The Awakening of John Slater,” one lady will be See MEMORIES, page 16 �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, August 24,2013 — Page 13 CULINARY, continued from page 6 ®8a^ % 0 ik ttj I55®®! ■W twfepjjft fefefe MtaiJ®iif k® wifcMu al niii Iklltoup ilMd WtilWn Ifrttfc tita ii topes ita fc sjsri kapfr Wtofctaki ntpss- MMiMi® iipteW-? /gull fjfintBSiit'ti15 rf Kdlibiltostied by ioi.He»®s tally WjiW^ * * * to all HrH “**'“ “ '* £ -£« £« * ix x i 0* , ”*’*5 ,x j <*S* a x XXx !<? <? 1*5*% The last half of the day the company’s cafeteria. students were partnered with Students had lunch and dis­ different chefs and restau­ cussed the benefits of work­ rants throughout Hastings. ing in this type of culinary The first week, Straube atmosphere. The interns then went to the BISD’s kitchen experienced firsthand what with all the necessities to that work was like as they teach the interns different helped run the cafeteria dur­ saut6 techniques. They ing its lunch hours. learned to make two of At the conclusion of the Seasonal Grille’s most popu­ course, interns took the lar dishes, Frutti de Mare and Servsafe Food Handler chicken Marsala. Certification test. Each stu­ During the second week, dent intern passed the exam the interns toured the with a 92 percent or higher Secchia Institute for grade. Along with this certi­ Culinary Education at Grand fication, the interns complet­ Rapids Community College ed the Culinary Experience which was followed by a program with a resume, at five-course lunch at The least one certification in Heritage, a restaurant run by Career Ready 101/KeyTrain, GRCC culinary students. and skills that could change Maple Leaf Farm was the their future. destination another week. DeVault summed up what Owner Maryanne Hoffman he thought the program gave, shared her all-organic meth­ not only to the students ods of growing produce and involved, but to all of the discussed her partnerships Barry County community. with the multiple restaurants “This program was a phe­ in the community. nomenal success, ” said Carol Mountjoy from DeVault. “The impact on Western Michigan these kids was huge. The stu­ University visited the stu­ dents coming into the pro­ dents and presented the gram were introduced to financial program Extreme potential career opportuni­ Reality. The interns learned ties, they were made aware about the reality of what of the importance of a strong things cost, income, budgets, work ethic and the value of taxes and wants versus hands-on work experience.” needs. The students learned The students also went to resume-writing skills, how to the Hastings restaurant of develop relationships with Gary and Carla Rizor, adults, confidence in speak­ County Seat, where Carla ing in front of large numbers discussed what restaurant of people, safety in food ownership looks like and preparation, and, he said, then introduced the restau­ earning an income and utiliz­ ing a bank account to man­ rant’s new chef; Tony Nevarez. Chef Tony put the age their finances. students to work on portion­ Devault shared comments ing for their big burger night from parents of the student while explaining cost effec­ interns who said they were tiveness of ingredients. amazed at the changes in During the final week, their young adults during the Bruce Jones of Hastings summer program. Mutual Insurance Company At the end ofthe program, invited the interns to his a banquet dinner was pre- pared at the YMCA, to show appreciation to all the folks who helped make it happen. As part of the ceremony, the students were given an opportunity to say a few words about what they learned. Jordanne Terry, a senior at Delton Kellogg, said she joined the culinary arts pro­ gram for the job opportuni­ ties and for the experience. “I wanted to know if the culinary path was what I wanted to do in the future,” said Terry. Richelie Bell, is a 2013 graduate of Hastings. “The reason I participated in-the program was I love to cook — making people happy with food — and I In the YMCA kitchen, students learn how to work together preparing food to serve. hope to make it my profes- Learning new skills are (front, from left) Ray Kosbar, Richelie Bell, Alex Kulinski, sion some day,” said Bell. “I (back)Jordanne Terry, Tiffany Smith, mentor/chef Jill Newton and James Barnum. have learned so many fun and exciting things about cooking. Jill Newton taught us how to hold a knife and so many other tricks of the trade. We got to see so many different places around the community and learn where food comes from. My biggest challenge was learn­ ing what "were my strengths and weaknesses. For exam­ ple, baking was a strength and measuring out hamburg­ ers was a weakness. The pro­ gram showed me things I never knew about myself,things that I’ve never tried. I truly found myself this summer.” Rachel James, transition coordinator for the BISD, said they hope to offer the experience again to students in the future. “This program was too successful not to repeat,” said DeVault. “I, for one, Lee Campbell (left) owner of the Hastings Big Boy Restaurant, shares his knowl­ would love to see this pro­ edge of running a kitchen. Joining him are (from left) Lee Campbell, Alex Kulinski, gram return again next sum­ Ray Kosbar, Jordanne Terry, Tiffany Smith mer here at the YMCA.” Fall conservation tour focusing on cover crops and hops The Barry, Eaton and Ionia conservation, districts will host a fall tour Tuesday, Sept. 10. The day will include a bus tour through the Eaton Rapids and Charlotte area in the morning, with stops? fea­ turing innovative uses of cover crops, including an example of cover crops being used as forage for live- stock. The afternoon will include a bus trip to Hickory Comers to visit a hop farm where par­ ticipants will get to tour a state-of-the-art processing facility and hop yard while harvest is in full swing. The tour will also feature informational presentations from MSU Extension, the Natural Resources EW NG LABOR Conservation Service and is a Michigan Agriculture and Environmental Assurance Program Phase 1 event. Three Restricted Use Pesticide credits are avail­ able for certified pesticide applicators who attend this event. Registration is $ 10, which includes lunch and busing. Those interested in partic­ ipating in the tour should call the Eaton Conservation District, 517-543-5848 ext. 5, no later than Sept. 6 to reg­ ister. ' EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN Richard Ewing Owner 50% OFF TREES & SHROBS Selection of $900 GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available fcOFF Kids & Adults (all Levels 2* Teresa A. Pash (517) 852-9159 Email: tpash@hotmail.com” Member of MTNA, MMTA, & BCAMT MUTO REPAIR’ • Parts • Repairs • Tires Located Downtown Vermontville W 130 S. Main. 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The note on the back of this postcard with a postmark of 1911 is addressed to Mr. Fred Dohrs Sr. 4225 St Laurence Ave. Chicago III “Dear Pa, This is the way the roads look in this part of the country. Will be home Wed. Don't know yet whether I will come by boat or train.” — Fred This postcard of a scene of early Vermontville is addressed to a Miss Barbara (Manning) of Olivet Mich, with a postmark of Mar. 17, -1908. This is an early postcard of the Vermontville First Congregational Church. The church was constructed in 1862. DOBBIN'S ACDelco COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE CENTER Your Local GM Automotive Specialists LOCHAATSETDIN JGUSS TO N SO MUT7H9 OF Our Diagnostic Computer Software is Compatible With All Makes ft Models 945-0*191 JEFF D OBBINS__? ^W*IF >LLFTO SERVICE, INC._ /eff Dobbin, ASE Master Technician This sampling of photo­ graphs showing early days in Vermontville was supplied by Jim Zemke. A lifelong resident of Vermontville, Zemke is also a local histori­ an and collector of Vermontville postcards, pho­ tographs and memorabilia. He lives on East Main Street with his wife JoAnn. 24 HOUR TOWINC SERVICE AVAILABLE SCHOOLS OF CHOICE This is a photograph of the original country club in Vermontville. This is the current home of Rob Trowbridge. 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Spicy Tortilla with Wild Blueberries Preparation time: 15 minutes Cook time: 12 minutes Serves 4 1 4 2 1 4 1 tablespoon canola oil, divided small flour tortillas apples, cored and thinly sliced small red chili pepper, seeded and chopped teaspoons packed brown sugar Salt to taste 1/4 cups Wild Blueberries 2 ounces goat cheese Fresh mint In large nonstick skillet, heat halfthe oil .over medium high heat. Fry each tortilla on both sides until golden. Set aside. Return skillet to medium heat and add remaining oil. Cook apples and pepper for about 4 minutes or until beginning to soften. Add sugar and salt and stir to combine. Add Wild Blueberries and stir until cooked through. Divide mixture among tortillas and sprinkle with goat cheese. Garnish with mint before serving. cups all-purpose flour tablespoons baking powder teaspoon salt cup brown sugar cup granulated sugar cups low-fat buttermilk cups (12 ounces) egg substitute cup canola oil cups Wild Blueberries tablespoons granulated sugar teaspoons ground cinnamon In bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt; reserve. In separate bowl, whisk together sugars, buttermilk, egg substitute and oil. Add to flour mixture and mixjust to blend. Fold in Wild Blue­ berries. Combine sugar and cinnamon. Scoop 1/4 cup batter into each lined or greased 1/3-cup muffin tin and sprinkle each muffin with sugar/cinnamon mixture. Bake in 400°F conventional oven or 375°F convection oven 18 to 22 minutes or until firm to the touch. Serve warm. �Page 16 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, August 24,2013 MEMORIES, continued from page 12 admitted free with each paid adult ticket. 1928 — The annual meet­ ing ofthe Nashville Co-oper­ ative Elevator Company was Monday at the club auditori­ um, and Ed Penfold, Freel Garlinger and Ernest Gray were re-elected as directors. Earl D. Olmstead is presi­ dent of the association, and Amos Wenger is secretary. 1929 — Brandstetter Motor Sales, local Pontiac dealers, are showing the new Pontiac Big Six, which sells for $745 in the two-door sedan. 1930 — Nashville is lis­ tening to talking pictures and thoroughly enjoying them. Starting last Friday night, the Star Theatre, under the man­ agement of Noraid Casler, is playing an all-talking­ singing show every night of the week except Saturday. 1931 — Nashville Independents again beat the Albion Colored All-Star baseball team 3-0 Sunday afternoon at the Thomapple Lake grounds. 1932 — It is understood that the Nashville station of the Hirsch Bros, pickle works will open for kraut­ making Aug. 25, which will be good news to cabbage growers and those who have employment there annually. 1937 — A Townsend meeting was held at H.H. Perkins’ Friday night, with 15 or 20 attending, and the new Townsend Recovery Plan was explained. George Voss of Kalamazoo, a national speaker, will be here Friday night to present an explanation of the new setup at a meeting at the former Zemer store and it is hoped to reorganize the local club at that time. 1939 — The third annual Pioneer Reunion of Maple Grove Township will be next Sunday at Wilcox church. There will be an all-day meeting with the Hon. W.W. Potter, a native son, giving the principal address. 1948 — Another of Nashville’s war dead is arriving home for interment, The remains of Pvt. Victor Hoffman are being returned from Europe, Fifth Army headquarters in Detroit have announced. Shipment was via the U.S. Army transport Lawrence Victory, which is due this week at the New York port of embarkation Fred Wotring, who in August 1902, owned the “slickest buggy in town,” and his with the remains of 5,864 war dead aboard — a total of older brother Herbert are standing with bicycles near the turn of the century in front 222 from Michigan. Pvt. of the Squires’ home, 417 Reed St. The Wotring boys were boarders at the Squires Hoffman was killed in action place at the time this photo was taken. “Grandma,” Charlotte Squires, is seated in the in France Nov. 8, 1944, chair; her husband is standing just to the right of the sidewalk, and great-grandwhile serving with the Third daughter Mildred Purchis is standing on the walk. Orlie Squires is seated on the lawn. See us for color copies, one-hour digital and 35 mm photo processing, business cards, invitations and all yourprinting needs. J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits Army. 1949 — The board of edu­ cation of the NashvilleKellogg school district Tuesday night approved plans for the new elementary school building, which is to be erected on the new school property on the south side of town ... It appears reasonable to expect that construction might be started by late October. 1953 — Memories of Nashville’s bygone days will be recalled Friday evening, when the town band pays tribute to the greatest band director of them all, Hiram W. Walrath, during Nashville’s Harvest Festival and Community Fair this weekend. Fit. Relaxed. Healthy. Make it a reality at Pennock Health & Wellness Stressed or sore? We have three Personal Training. Let's set some goals massage therapists to fake care of that! and get you where you want to be! Kevin Greene, Becky Grubius and Manda Nuremberg are all graduates of the Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts & Sciences and currently providing scheduled massage therapy services at the Pennock Health & Wellness Center - includes early morning and evening appointments. Chris Gregory, MA, CSCS, competes at a local and national level, posting times and efforts among the elite runners in the area. 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Vol. 141-No. 35, August 31, 2013 Putnam library celebrates season with Farmers Picnic A stolen firetruck from Woodlawn Cemetery has multiplied to five due to an outpouring of support. The firetrucks are stationed at the grave of young Zion Maldonados. Zion, who was afraid of the dark, has many lights beaming. Finding inspiration from the figures in the famous painting American Gothic by Grant Wood are siblings Adriana and Trenton Billings. The children are photographed at the Farmer’s Picnic on the lawn of Putnam District Library. (Photo courtesy of Rhonda Cook) by Shari Carney Staff Writer A postcard perfect evening greeted as families who gathered for a Farmers Picnic Wednesday, Aug: 21, on the lawn of Putnam District Library in Nashville. The picnic was one of sev­ eral observances library staff and the Friends of Putnam District Library have pro­ moted this year in celebra­ tion of the 90th anniversary of the library. It also served to celebrate the conclusion of the summer reading program and the bounty of area gar­ dens. Director Shauna Swantek said the idea for a picnic stemmed from a sustainabili­ ty conference she attended with library aide Laura Scott at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute earlier this spring. Scott is the facilitator of the Frugal Living Exchange. See LIBRARY, pg, 8 Stolen grave marker stirs the hearts of many by Shari Carney StaffWriter A young boy’s fear of the dark was met by the place­ ment of a red firetruck with solar powered lights to mark the grave of Zion Maldonados. Zion, age 6, was buried Friday, Aug'. 16, Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. The headlamps could be seen from the road, said Allen Gardner. Gardner is a caregiver at the cemetery. A family visit this past Monday, however, revealed a shock when Zion’s family saw the truck had been stolen. Yellow flowers, strewn from the bed of the firetruck, were all that remained. Zion’s mom, Shelly Malloy, used Facebook as a means to spread the painful news, “Just bring it back,” said Malloy in the post. “I don’t need to know who you are or why you did it. He just needs his light back. He was just an innocent little boy. He never hurt nobody. He only bright­ ened the world and now you just darkened his.” This heartfelt outcry spread as hundreds of people shared the message. Television stations. 3, 8 and See MARKER, pg. 3 Fate of former school, bandstand discussed at council meeting by Shari Carney StaffWriter Rose Heaton, co-founder of Building Unlimited Growth and Sustainability, addressed the Nashville Village Council Thursday, Aug. 22, about the fate of the former Kellogg School. BUGS is headquartered in the school now referred to as Kellogg Educational Center. The building was purchased by the Vincent family, but Heaton said the family is no longer interested in keeping the property. An anonymous donor has proposed purchasing the building and renovating it, she said. The building would be under the direction of the Barry County YMCA. Extensive renovations, such as an updated boiler and roof, would be high on a pri­ ority repairs list, however the donor has cortditions. “He has to see other ‘skin in the game,”’ Heaton told council members, asking that they consider writing a letter of support. The support does not have to be money, she said; it could be work such as help with the mowing and weed­ ing and supervision. Two picnic tables on the property were smashed this past year. “He is not going to invest in a community that is not willing to invest in them­ selves,” said Heaton. A second party has offered a “sizable chunk of change” as matching funds to main­ tain the building. The goal, said Heaton, is to have a self­ sustaining fund where only the interest will be reinvested into the facility. Village President Frank Dunham thanked Heaton and said the council will consider the request and get back to her with an answer. On another matter, Gloria Goodner thanked Sandy Lundquist for organizing people to clean Putnam Park. Goodner also commended Nashville’s Department of Public Works staff for their help with general clean-up and brush removal. The fate of the dilapidated bandstand at Putnam Park was brought up by Trustee Darren Fisher. Fisher said residents have told him that due to the poor condition of the bandstand, it should be removed. Henry Felder suggestedthe space be turned into a sand pit with a swing for handicapped children. “The roof is really bad, and the whole back side could fall,” said Felder. Trustee Lori Courtney said if the bandstand is in such bad shape, the village do something to block it off. “We are losing our histor- ical buildings,” said Lundquist, who suggested instead of demolishing the bandstand putting a new roof on it, fencing offthe area and marking it with a commemo­ rative plaque. Rosalie Murphy said the Lions Club should be con­ sulted since Putnam Park is one of the club’s projects. The council decided to place another advertisement in the Maple Valley News and perhaps the Reminder asking for contractors to bid on restoring the bandstand. The council will make a decision based on the pro­ posals received. During the committee reports, Trustee Terry Zoerman said the demo­ graphics for Nashville show it to be an aging community. Zoerman suggested offering educational activities in the Kellogg building, such as extension classes from com­ munity colleges, as a means to keep young people in the area. The City of Monroe has declared the entire city a brownfield, said Zoerman, who added the idea intrigued him as a consideration for Nashville. Zoerman said a brown­ field designation might make restoration grants more feasi­ ble. Several council members mentioned the new farmers market in the village. The market is Wednesdays from 4 to 8 p.m. in the pavilion at the VFW. In This Issue • Court-Side receives a facelift • Cub Scout and Daisy Gill Scout troops recruit new members • Open houses welcome, students and families • Lion soccer falls to Leslie in its season opener �Page 2 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, August 31,2013 Court-Side receives a facelift This picture of Court-Side Screen Printing and Embroidery taken before the upgrade project shows the decrepit condition of the upper window casings. The store was chosen to receive a Michigan Historic Facade Grant The money was used to clean, restore and freshen up the exterior. Business is not impeded at Court-Side Screen Printing and Embroidery during the construction phase of the storefront. While the scaffolding is in place, entry at the rear of the store is recommended by owners Lori and Phares Courtney. increases as a result of increased traffic. In addition to screen printing and embroidery, the establish­ ment offers a broad range of apparel, trophies, awards, wall and car vinyls, yard signs and stadium seats. Continued next page Designers are on staff for custom orders with cus­ tomers hailing from nearby towns to Lansing, Mason, Pewamo Westphalia and Carson City. Court-Side has This is the rear entrance to Court-Side Screen Printing and Embroidery viewed the parking lot adjacent to Riverside Park in Nashville. by Shari Carney Staff Writer The business district of Nashville is bringing looks of approval due to some storefront makeovers. A Michigan Historic Facade Grant, combined with the artistry of Cabral Construction, has made one such transformation com­ plete for Court-Side Screen Printing & Embroidery. “People have been coming in that didn’t know we were here,” said Lori Courtney, co-owner. “They tell me, ‘I drove by every day and did- lianas 4^aace 77n? Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday — Friday .E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 Jii Saturday Specia Home Cookin’ / Jack 6 Judy’s \ < Country > Kettle Cafe Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM mmi mm - ~ PRIME RIB BBQ BABY BACK RIBS ROAST PORK & DRESSING Sunday Specials • SWISS STEAK • HAM & YAMS • roast Turkey & DRESSING All includepotato, vegetable andsoup & salad bar. g gv !»ti‘ The new look of Court-Side Screen Printing and Embroidery has caused co-owner Lori Courtney to refer to the establishment as The Maple Valley Store due to the bright blue colors*” n’t see it’” They see it now. Borrowing from the school colors o coors of Maple ape Valley aey, bright shades of blue were chosen by co-owners and spouses Phares and Lori Courtney. Lori, who is also president of the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters, said she refers to Court-Side as the Maple Valley Store. The Courtney’s purchased the building, 117 N Main St., in April 2007. Decorative metal work on the upper windows were an eyesore, said Lori, who was doubtful they could be spared. In keeping with the requirements of the grant, the metal was restored, and Lori said she is glad it worked out the way it did. The product line for Court-Side has seen steady During the construction of Court-Side Screen Printing and Embroidery, windows were boarded up as replacement glass is sought and new casings built. < HR ♦ HR HR * HR M NR W f ♦ Nashville VFW 8260 304 State St, Nashville • 517-852-9260 । Presents All You Can Eat .. . । Walleye or Chicken 1 Dinner with fries, cole slaw and roll. $12 ■9 Sat., Sept. 7,2013 1 5:30 to 7:30 f x I Cttp Hu* CoupoK fe Sane $2,001 5 | M * M HHW HK-MK HH NM HM M HK HK HK HKHR# �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday. August 31. 2013 — Page 3 Court-Side Screen Printing and Embroidery offers a wide variety of products from apparel to vinyl signs and trophies. From previous page an online store presence with a web page, www.courtsideinc.com and a Facebook page. Call Lori or Phares, 517-852-9207 for more information on products and services. Cub Scout and Daisy Girl Scout troops recruit new members Emily Wilber (left) and Leah Salsbury distribute information about Girl Scouts at the Fuller Street Elementary Open House. Salsbury leads a Daisy Troop for girls in kindergarten to first grade. If interested in leading a troop, assisting or enrolling con­ tact Salsbury at 269-818-7862 or daisytroop80598@gmail.com. The village of Nashville has been under construction as a result of the allocation of grant money to Court-Side Screen Printing and Embroidery. The grant was called the Michigan Historic Facade Grant. MARKER, continued from page 1 17 aired the story also. “My family’s been in the cemetery a long time,” said Jodie Malloy, Zion’s grand­ mother. “Nothing like this had ever happened.” Zion is buried near a great aunt, great grandmother and a great great grandmother. “The truck was a perfect fit for our little man out there,” said Jodie. The outcry brought imme­ diate results and the lights are back on in the cemetery, brighter than ever. The firetrucks have been rolling. .There are five to date with offers for more. The family has had to start turn­ ing them down. Jill Borden had seen the TV 8 post on Facebook. “It was such a heartbreak- ing story,” said Borden the fashion team leader of the Meijer in Grandville. Borden recalled seeing a replica ear­ lier in the day while at work when she had walked by the toy aisle and had seen the firetruck planter out of place. Borden had returned it to the garden area. “I called my associate and said, ‘Please hold that truck for me,” and then I got a hold of Jodie,” said Borden. More of the planters have found their way to the family. John and Sherry Cord, from Charlotte donated two. Michael Hickok and Dawn Hodges presented one as well as one from an anony­ mous donor. “There is a whole fleet now and I know Zion is just smiling away,” said Jodie. Call for Maple Valley News ads 269-945-9554 With leader Daniel Hanson looking on and Amanda Coblentz holding her son, Ethan, Coblentz talks with older son Jackson Barker about Cub Scout Pack 649. The kickoff meeting is Monday, Sept. 16 at 6 p.m. in the First Congregational Church in Vermontville. Contact Holly Brzycki at 517-983-8503; or maplevalleycubscouts@yahoo.com for more information or with interest in being a leader. SCHOOLS OF CHOICE Maple Valley provides: • Safe Schools • Caring Student-Centered Teachers • Full Curricular and Extra Curricular Offerings • State-of-the-Art Technology • Award winning Agriculture program • Maple Valley Pathways High School (Alternative/Adult/Virtual) • Comprehensive Vo-ed Business programs • • Woods / Manufacturing / Sawmill (operating) • PE K-12 • Band 6-12, award winning • Musical/Drama/Choir, award winning • Computers K-12 • Personal Mastery Learning Model K-5 • Elementary Music • Access dual enrollment • Variety AP courses Multiple electives, plus hun­ dreds through virtual schools NIGHTLY DINNER SPECIALS! 2O 2 ILLM'alli #S/u/ SHELEYS w W Chuckwagon Cafe 517-852-2201 Thurs - Sat Gam 8pm Sun Gam • 2pm • Closed Mondays g Hours: Tue - Wed Gam - 2pm • OPEN THURS., FRI. & SAT. TIL 8 PM Thursday - Burrito Dinner Friday - Fish Fry sat^ - Janette's Choice and Janette would like to thank everyone for a wonderfulfirst year. We look forward to serving you in the years to come! Jay We are now accepting Schools of Choice applications for the 2013-2014 school year. Enrollment is available for all grades K-12 and in the Maple Valley Pathways High School. 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 dis­ tricts. Teachers in Maple 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. Applications will be accepted until September 6, 2013 for enrollment information, e=u 517/852-9699 <|=> | �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, August 31, 2013 Richard C. Richardson andSamantha Richardson, Derri and Alexis Hines, Conner and Lane VanAvery; mother-in-law, Ruth Cole; and beloved dog, Sadie. Rich was dearly loved by all who knew him and will be very missed by all. As per Richards request, cremation has taken place and no services will take place at this time. Arrangements have been entrusted to Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville.. Please visit our website at www.danielsfiineralhome.ne t for further details. VERMONTVILLE, MI On August 23, 2013 Richard C. Richardson, age 68, put on his boots and cowboy hat and rode off to meet his Lord and Savior. He is survived by wife, Darlene Rirchardson; six children, daughter, Valerie (Josh) Richardson Zussmon, son, Rodney (Thuy) Richardson, son, Gary Hines and Dana Johns, son, Jason Smith; stepsons, Mark (Theresa) VanAvery, John (Shelly) VanAvery; eight grandchildren, Jacke and Riker Zussman, Conner Tom Alan Brow NASHVILLE, MI - Tom Alan Brown, age 49, of Nashville, passed away Thursday, August 22, 2013 at his residence. Tom was bom in Hastings, on August 31, 1963, the son of Robert and Verna (Simmons) Brown. He worked as a truck driver at Roger Grahm Trucking and is survived by his son Alan Brown of Delton; a sis­ ter, Alicia Brown - of Freeport; a brother, Steven Brown of Hastings; a half sister, Rose Brown of Nashville; and a halfbrother, E- —W..—/ In! NG Jack Brown of Nashville. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, August 27,2013 at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. 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Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2986. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Sept. 2 7 Day Service Pumps Installed & Repaired Service On Submersible Pumps 2" - 5" Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Lie. #1748 When you compare the product quality, performance warranties* and money-saving features-of any Goodman*' brand Gas Furnace against any other brand, you’ll discover that the best can cost less. Goodman Air Conditioning & Healing Avoid unexpected breakdowns scheduling a pre-season furnace tune-up. We service gas and oil furnaces including boilers. 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Daniels & Family Owner/Manager 06815650 best address the issues impacting our public schools' A report will be forthcoming. I have attended common core meetings so that I may have a broad knowledge of this issue and the implica­ tions for our students. A vote on this issue may be coming to the house this fall. To show appreciation and acknowledgement of seniors and the role they play in the community, I hosted a senior movie matinee with Joe Frasier and Chuck Pantera at the Grand Ledge Sun Theater. A good time was had by all. Forums are being planned to address the needs and con- cerns of the people I serve. My foreclosure town hall meeting Saturday, Sept. 7 at the Delta Library, will address roadblocks people may face trying to saye their homes and will provide resources for those who have concerns about this issue. Additional forums planned in Eaton County are on the future of health care, veteran services, and educa­ tion. I will also be hosting a Great Lakes and Conservation task force meeting. I continue to introduce legislation which is guided by your concerns and find ways to help the people of Eaton County. Conference is accepting reservations The Eaton County Geneological Society is host­ ing the 2013 Eaton County Heritage Conference on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the First Congregational Church in Charlotte. Shirley Hodges will speak on the topic, “Tiptoe through the Tombstones,” followed by Bill Atkinson presenting, “My Grandfather’s Trunk.” Following the speakers the (REPAIR • • • • Estimates Available COMPARE AND SAVE The legislature took a summer recess, but my work and advocacy for the people of the 71st district has con­ tinued throughout the sum­ mer months. I was thrilled to see great attendance at coffee hours in towns, villages and cities throughout Eaton County. The feedback I have received from residents at their door, during coffee hours, or through calls and emails, has been invaluable. Public schools have been the focus of political debate. I spent time this summer as part of the education reform task force, traveling through­ out the state, gathering input from educators, parents and experts to determine how to 2013 Eaton County Heritage GARDEN CENTER BOO) FREE Despite summer recess, work goes on Oven fried chicken, com, coleslaw, bread, jello with fruit. Eaton County Historical Commission will present the Heritage Award. Reservations are required to attend the conference and a fee will be charged for a box lunch. For more information or to make reservations contact the Eaton County Geneological Society, 517­ 543-8792, the Eaton County Historical Commission, 517­ 543-6999, or email: csamu- seum@yahoo.com. Reservations must be made by Wednesday, Oct. 9. The Eaton County Geneological Society is host­ ing a tour of the research room of the 1885 Courthouse, 100 W. Lawrence, following the conference at 1 p.m. The First Congregational Church is located at 106 S. Bostwick St." Tuesday, Sept 3 Oven fried chicken, com, spinach, bread, fresh orange. Frozen meal. You will need to heat your meal. Wednesday, Sept 4 Cheddar cheese, club crackers, potato salad, citrus sections. Thursday, Sept 5 Hard boiled eggs, pea and cheese salad, applesauce, roll. Friday, Sept 6 Closed in observance of Labor Day. Tuesday, Sept 3 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Sept 2 Hastings: Music with Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton: Blood pressure 11 a.m. Woodland: Sing-a-long. Wednesday, COA Closed in observance of Labor Day. Friday, Sept 6 Tuesday, Sept 3 Salisbury steak with gravy, augratin potatoes, green beans, granola bar, fruit punch juice. COA Closed in observance of Labor Day. Activities Calendar Monday, Sept 2 - COA Asian chicken salad, pasta salad, jello with fruit. New Orleans chicken, rice, tossed salad, glazed carrots, orange. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Sept 2 Friday, Sept 6 Mushroom chicken thigh with gravy, garlic mashed potatoes, Brussels sprouts, fresh grapes. Wednesday, Sept 4 BBQ pork ribette, cauli­ flower, baked beans, bun, banana. Thursday, Sept 5 Thursday, Sept 4 - Sept 5 - Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, Sept 6 - Hastings: •Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Sing-a-Long; Visiting. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 31, 2013 — Page 5 Even healthy college School bus safety should students need vaccines be discussed now In recognition of National Immunization Awareness Month, the Michigan Department of Community Health is urging young adults to get vaccinated against serious diseases such as meningitis, whooping cough, human papillomavirus or HPV, and influenza to name a few. Getting vaccinated is a sim­ ple step that can help keep young adults healthy before they head off to college or other training programs. “Vaccines aren’t just for children,” said Dr. Matthew Davis, chief medical execu­ tive at the MDCH. “Even healthy teens and young adults can benefit from vac­ cines that protect against seri­ ous, life-threatening diseases. Living and studying in dorms and classrooms with lots of other people, and spending a lot of time at social or sports Welcome to the 2013-14 school year by Duska Brumm foam mid! M'ttafyOttd ■Ri Ik Emu (hi ®k G®okpal$oatfjii} Nfci himofifM mon of |f m tatae, I® I W brace. fcjj m mmtlpii ,)T- Ikfcteat j« (MiiifcriiW ifr taidSf Owi®i^" ffldiiaiWi* jgiw i^ ■ jj *f *f3 j jWfc “L , >>** > 5% ■fell * 5 4 nnrf' 2*1 fl. (0 fi»w F AtF Jr. /Sr. High School Asst. Principal /Athletic Director We are excited to kick off our fall athletic season. As many of you know, this is our last year in the KVA league. We will be joining Lakewood, Stockbridge, Perry, Leslie and Lansing Christian ii; forming a new league, the Greater Lansing Activities Conference (GLAC) in the 2014-15 school year. This league will be considering the addition of three more schools to cap out at a total ofnine. We are looking for­ ward to creating a league that promotes educational athletics and sportsmanship. The prices for our athletic event passes will remain the same as last year. A family pass is $175; individual pass $80; seasonal pass $30; and we are once again offering students (K-12) a Spirit Club pass for $20 which includes a t-shirt. The Spirit Club is our student section that organizes dress up days for contests; leads cheers and chants, and rallies our student body in supporting our athletes during games. We also still offer our Golden Pass to senior citizens (age 62 and up) at no charge. This pass is good year after year and does not need to be renewed. Ifyou are interested in earning a free pass, we are looking for contest workers — ticket takers, score keepers, clock keepers, etc. For working five events, one free pass is earned. You can contact Lisa at the high school office for all pass information. Our athletic boosters have been busy planning fundraisers to help raise money for replacing the high school gym floor. They are currently selling raffle tickets for a Gator. They will have a booth set up at Frontier Days in Charlotte on September 6 to 8. You can contact me at the high school office for tickets, too. Also scheduled is a golf outing on September 14 at 1 p.m. at Mulberry Fore Golf Course. Contact Darren McDonald at 517-202-4897 or 517-726-0584 to sign up or for more information. The Buy a Brick campaign is down to the last six panels. These panels are located at the entrance of the football and track complex. If you are interested in purchasing a brick, contact the high school office or one of our athletic booster members. Members include President Lori Courtney, Vice President Glenn Ewing, Treasurer Melissa Faurot, Secretary Jackie Ewing, Trustees Adam Brumm, Scott Johnson, Robb Trowbridge, Darren McDonald, Jamie Joseph and Paul Adrianson. I am looking forward to a successful year for our student athletes. We have great kids at Maple Valley and appreciate the opportunity to work with them. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me at 517-852-9275 ext. 12. events make diseases easy to spread in college and univer­ sity settings.” College students have a unique risk due to lifestyle factors. Busy academic, work, and social calendars can contribute to stress, lack of sleep, unhealthy eating habits, and not exercising regularly. All ofthese factors can weaken the immune sys­ tem, making young people more vulnerable to diseases during their college years. Getting sick would add to this stress through missed classes, social functions’, and work. Simply put, college students can’t afford to get sick. College students, can, on the other hand, afford to get all of the recommended vac­ cines. The Affordable Care Act allows parents to keep adult children on their health insurance policy until age 26. Most insurance plans cover the cost of all recommended vaccines. Parents of children head­ ing off to college should include a doctor’s visit on the to-do list. Getting family members vaccinated could save a life. To get vaccinat­ ed, contact a doctor, local pharmacy, student health center, local health depart­ ment or visit http://vaccine.healthmap.org Personal stories about young adults who have been impacted by vaccine-pre­ ventable diseases are posted a t http://shotbyshot.org/tag/you ng-adult/. For more information about vaccines and what is recommended, visit www.vaccineinformation.or g/- Blood drive is Thursday Grace Church in Nashville will host a community blood drive Thursday, Sept. 5, at from 1 to 6:45 p.m. Donors must be at least 17 years old (16 with parent or guardian permission),weigh a minimum of 110 pounds, be in reasonably good health and not have donated blood for at least 56 days. Organizer Dorene Dean urges people to donate, since blood is in short supply. The church is located 8950 E. M-79 Highway in Nashville. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. by Julie Makarewicz Staff Writer With school starting next week, drivers are reminded to be especially careful and watchful for children walk­ ing or riding bicycles to school, crossing roads and getting on and off school buses. Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf said parents and chil­ dren should be reminded of basic safety rules. Every day, more than 20 million children use school buses as transportation to and from school. Although school buses represent the safest form ofhighway trans­ portation, there are a number of safety factors both stu­ dents and drivers should be aware of. “Children are often eager to get off the school bus because they are excited to tell their parents bout all of the fun they had at school that day, “ said Leaf. “It is crucial that parents -reinforce the school bus safety rules children learn at school.” The following are some basic rule reminders for drivers, parents and students. Drivers • Remember that children are unpredictable in their actions. Take extreme cau- tion when traveling in a school zone. • Ifthere are no sidewalks, drive cautiously. Be more alert to the possibility of children walking in the road. • Slow down and prepare to stop whenever yellow school bus lights are flash­ ing. • Never pass a school bus when there are flashing red lights. All motorists must stop for a stopped school bus that has its-flashing lights activated. This is a sign that students are getting on or off the bus. There is a $250 fine for illegally passing a bus. Students • Arrive at the bus stop early. • Prior to boarding the bus, wait until it has come to a complete stop, the door opens and the bus driver says it’s okay to board. • Always walk on the side­ walk when preparing to cross the street near a bus. Walkers should eye contact with driv­ er to make sure they’re seen. • Never walk behind the bus. • If walking beside the bus, walk at least three giant steps away from it. • Take extra precaution to make sure that clothing with drawstrings or book bags do not get caught in the handrail or door. • Never stop to pick some­ thing up when a bus is stopped. Wait until the bus has driven off to avoid not being seen by the driver. Parents • Remind children never to accept rides from someone. • Remind children to walk in groups to bus stops or to and from home • Go over bus safety rules with all children Crossingg guards help escort children across streets safely by stopping traffic in both directions while stu­ dents cross. Drivers who do not stop for crossing guards can be ticketed and fined up to $230. Leaf said it’s important to make sure all students and drivers are safe. He also reminds motorists that many young drivers will be going to and from school, and everyone should be sure to use caution and patience. Call anytime for Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 Estate Auction - Tools & Collectibles Saturday, September 7th - 10AM Hastings, Michigan Located: 5 miles south of M-43 on Charlton Park Rd. or 3 miles north of Charlton Park on Charlton Park Rd. to 300 N. Charlton Park Rd. 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Pictured (front, from left) Hastings crew foreman Lloyd Valentine and Nashville foreman Harold Hess, (back) Ernie Golden, Chancy Hicks, Bordy Rowlader and Glenn White. When Hess retired after 40 years,' Hicks became foreman. (Photo courtesy of Wilmag Hess Bogart) day as an opportunity for rest rural folks. “The farmers picnic at and quiet recreation. Thomapple Lake last “For the kids, Labor Day Monday was a huge suc­ meant the start of school,” cess,” reported The Nashville remembers one local senior News the first week of citizen. “For cottage owners, It was several years after September 1903. “In the raf­ it meant dashing out to the President Grover Cleveland fle of a horse, Mr. Abbott lake for one last weekend.” Mainly, it signaled the end signed an 1894 bill declaring was the winner, and in the Labor Day a national holiday ladies’ raffle, Mrs. Peter S. of summer. Youngsters soon before the law had much Maurer was the winner by a would be back in school and impact on Nashville. large majority.” “things would return to norLocally, the first Monday in Labor Day came close on mal,” she added. Thomapple September tended to mean the heels of Nashville’s Lake, often a summertime more to the fanning commu­ annual Harvest Festival cele­ holiday haven for Nashville nity than to any organized bration, traditionally held in residents, also became the labor movement. The day August during the early center of local Labor Day had simply been observed as 1900s, and most local folks activities. The lake shore an annual festive outing for viewed the September holi- was a-popular spot for picnics, dances and holiday ball games. “The Labor Day celebration at Thomapple Lake 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66, Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 • 616-374-1200 Monday was a big success,” www.m66tire.com noted The News in 1908, • New & Used Tires • Oil Changes “there being a large atten• Brakes • Batteries • Struts • Shocks dance and everything passed • Tune-Ups • Diagnostic Services off in good shape.” •Mufflers • Engine Repair The reporter elaborated: “The sports were all carried out as advertised. The Vermontville band furnished splendid music all day, and This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Aug. 30, 1983. AGIVI66 Tire Super Tire Specials I Taken just a week before Labor Day 1925, this Aug. 31 photo shows workers paus­ ing in their labor at the Nashville grist mill, where they apparently are working on an addition to the building started in June of that year by owner Otto B.J. Lass. The man at left has been identified as Adolph Douse Sr. the dance was liberally patronized until midnight. The ball game was between a picked-up team from Nashville and one from Quimby and was won by the Nashville boys by a score of 12- 10. As official observance of the September holiday became more widespread, a day’s furlough from work became an increasingly accepted practice. “Monday being Labor Day and a legal holiday, the rural [mail] carriers were relieved from their duties for the day,” observed The News in 1910, “so the carriers of Barry and Eaton counties met at Thomapple Lake for a day of rest and recreation.” There is, however, some question whether Labor Day was recognized by private industry in the village at that time. Several present-day senior citizens who had rela­ tives working at the Lentz Table Company, Nashville’s largest employer in the early 1900s, could not recall such an occasion. One thing is certain; if workers did observe the holiday then, it was undoubtedly without pay. Industrial “paid holi holi-­ days,” as we know them today, were many years down the line. Shortly after one early Labor Day, Nashville learned firsthand about labor strikes. One week after the 1906 holiday, discontent arose among workmen on a municipal project to lower a water main across the Thomapple River (to prevent the main from freezing dur- ing severe winter weather). “Nashville went through the throes of its first labor strike this week,” revealed The News. “Street Commissioner Bill Woodard was working on the water main lowering job on the river Monday when some of his laborers, who were drawing $2.50 per day, announced they would quit work unless they were prom­ ised $3.50 per day. “Bill promptly paid them off and pulled his regular workers off the crosswalk job, to finish the river, proj­ ect,” added the writer. “No more has been heard from the strikers.” The following May, Woodard again experienced labor difficulties when lay­ ing water mains in the east end of town, but it “didn’t worry Bill much, since he is accustomed to trouble,” observed The News. Trench diggers paid at the rate of $1.50 per day wanted 25 cents more. “About half the men dig­ ging the trench went on strike, asking more, pay,” reported The News. “Bill didn’t have any-authority to pay them more, and in con­ sequence, the strikers stayed out and the ditch is being dug without them.” But neither local labor strikes nor Nashville's obser­ vance of Labor Day -made much news in the village over succeeding years. However, two early September releases a couple of decades later added special significance to the holi­ day honoring the working class. Near Labor Day 1931, The News reported with a note of optimism, “A slow but steady upturn of business is expected this fall, according to leading financial publica­ tions. The Ford Motor Company has recalled close to 45,000 workers, and some leading economists prophesy that 1931 will see the end of the so-called depression that now has gripped the land for close to two years.” That cheerful forecast was a bit premature, but Labor Day 1933 brought an encour­ aging note to Nashville News readers: “Postmaster General Hames Farley announced on Continued next page RAILSIDE MINI MI STORAGE VWT S/ZTS TO Cmoosr From Plus Warehouse Space^ j Contact... M66 Tire 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66 Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 616-374-1200 �Just Say "As Advertised in the. Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 31,2013 — Page 7 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Courts & Law Building Sept 4 Livestock Developmental Committee, Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Sept 5 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p... Expo Center Sept 6 Last day to pick up fair premiums at the Expo Center Office (not the Extension office) Sept 8 Open Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center Sept 8 & 9 Hunter Safety Classes, Sept. 8 (6-9 p.m.), Sept 9 (6-9 p.m.), Barry County Conservation District Sept 9 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC Sept 12 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Barry Community Enrichment Center Sept 19 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Sept 22 pen Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center Sept 22 & 23 Hunter Safety Classes, Sept. 22 (9 a.m.-5 p.m.), Sept. 23 (6-9 p.m.), Barry County Conservation District Sept 28 State Poultry Clinic, 9 a.m., Anthony Hall, MSU Sept 30 4-H General Leaders Enrollment Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center Sept 3 Locally, mail carriers were among the first to receive a clay’s furlough on Labor Day. In 1910, rural carriers from Barry and Eaton counties celebrated the day with an outing at Thornapple Lake.. Seen in this Nashville post office staff photo of that era are (from left) Almon Murray; postmaster Len Feigner, Roy Bassett, Isa Newton, Coy Brumm, unidentified lady and Henry Glasner. Murray was one of the first four original rural mail carriers out of Nashville. He died in 1939. The family of Roger Heald would like to thank everyone who sent cards, flowers, and heartfelt sympathy after the; loss of our Husband, Father and Grandfather. Barbara Heald Jody & David McLane and Family Catherine & Scott Ommen and Family Beth Beebe and Family STIFFLER TOUR IT TRAVEL WASHINGTON D.C. 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LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 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 School 10: 00........................... Church Service 11: 00.................................... Fellowship postal employees will end, because he believes the nation is on the road back to prosperity.” A memorable Labor Day, indeed. 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ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 Sunday School.............................. 10 .mm. Phone 517-852-1993 A.M. Service.............................. 11:15 . m. . IGNITING MINISTRY P.M. Service.................................... 6 Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors PASTOR GEORGE GAY 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass............. .9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ; 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday. 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 8 - Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, August 31, 2013 LIBRARY, continued from page 1 One of the ideas from the conference resulted in the planting of raised-bed gar­ dens on the library lawn. Children in the summer read­ ing program tended the gar­ dens. Some of those vegeta­ bles were served up at the picnic. Several tables were laden with a bounty ofmain dishes and desserts. A variety of pies, including blueberry, cherry and apple were pre­ pared, as well as a chicken and pecan casserole, spaghetti salad made with spaghetti squash; heirloom tomatoes, maple nut cookies, sweet com and a variety of zucchini dishes, including a mock apple pie and choco­ late brownies. Fresh vegetables added bright colors to the feast. Throughout the evening, portraits were taken by Rhonda Cook, photographer and vice president of the Friends of Putnam District Library. Cook posed willing subjects in front of a large print of the library that was taped to the exterior wall. A laundry basket full of props was available for guests to model and a copy of the painting “American Gothic” by Grant Wood was nearby for inspiration. Juggler Jim Ashley kept devil sticks dancing on the periphery of the picnic. Ashley said he prefers the name flower sticks and demonstrated a variety of tricks including flips, heli­ copter and “fancy” pickups (if a stick hits the ground). Games, including finding treasures in a wading pool full of com, bean bag toss and Guessing the Grain, were offered in the side yard. For the guessing game, six Jim Ashley performs juggling feats with flower sticks bags of grain were displayed for the Farmers Picnic in Nashville. The original painting, American Gothic by Grant Wood, is in the collection of the Art Institute of Qhicago. The painting was done in 1930 with the artist’s sister and dentist used as the models. Putnam District Library uses the image as inspiration for a photo booth at the Farmer’s Picnic. Guests dressed as the couple posing in front of an enlarged image of the library. with the correct label under each. As the evening drew to a close, prizes were distributed, concluding the Dig into Summer reading program. Two grand prize winners each received a Kindle Fire electronic book reader. The adult winner was Beth Knoll, and the children’s winner was Adriana Billings. Adriana celebrated another notable achievement for hav­ ing read 1,000 books over the summer. Other adult and teen win­ ners were Jill Hall, Pam White, Jessica Smith, Nicole Davis, Victoria Casteel, Rachel Morris, Brieyanna Hegwood and Sam Martin. Child winners were Clarissa Joppie, Hailey Post, Kayla Boroff, Julia Mater, Gideon Scott, Zeke Carney, Brendon Rabideau, Cam Carpenter, Trenton Billings, Beyonca Molson, Taylor Ann Carpenter, Rylee Reaser, Luke Smith, Darren Carpenter, Lauren Haag, Matthew Slaght, Aviree Winegar, Teaghan Tryon, Ali Lundquist and Grace Widenhofer. Abby Smith won the pie contest with her Dutch apple Adriana Billings wins a Kindle Fire. The prize is precreation. Abby received a sented by Putnam District Library Director Shauna hand-sewn, “I Love. Books” Swantek. Adriana also received a round of applause for apron made by Susie Butler. having read 1,000 books over the summer. (Photo “I love my job,” said Director Shauna Swantek as courtesy of Rhonda Cook) she looked over the crowd. “Let’s do this again,” the “I love the low chatter of of you.” Judging by the contented community seemed to love community. I’m so glad I get to spend the summer with all looks and comments such as it. too. Amber and Brendan Rabideau with their mother Deidre attend the Farmers Picnic on the lawn of Putnam District Library. Amber said her favorite book is Moby Dick. Brendan has read 100 books over the summer. WE HAVE JOBS! Since 2010 our customer companies have hired-in 3,700+ ofour temporary employees! Join EG at one of our Local Job Fairs Fri, Sept 6,9am - 11am Thurs, Sept 5,1pm - 4pm Barry County Ml Works! EG Grand Rapids Office 535 West Woodlawn, Hastings 3230 Broadmoor SE,Grand Rapids 1 Mon, Sept 9,9am - 11:30am GR Leonard St Ml Works! 1560 Leonard St NE, Grand Rapids EmploymentGroup is Recruiting for: Machine Operators, Assemblers, Custodians, Packers, Sorters, Forklift Drivers, and General Laborers. Check out specific requirements and apply online at employmentgroup.com before the job fair. Can't make the job fair? Apply on-line, then call 616.949.2303 for immediate consideration. EmploymentGroup Measurably better employees. facebook.com/employmentgroup Heather Billings with her children, Trenton and Adriana, eat dinner on the lawn of Putnam District Library Wednesday, Aug. 21. The library sponsored a Farmers Picnic to conclude the summer reading program. Adriana won the grand prize of a Kindle Fire in the children’s, drawing and read more than 1,000 books over the summer. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, August 31, 2013 — Page 9 hey need to be able to eat it in 20 minutes or less. They need to be able to open and close all ofthe containers themselves. And it can’t go bad before they cat it. Wh we talking about? The lunch your kids take to school each day. What you put in your child’s lunchbox might matter more than you realize. A recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found a significant amount of sodium in the foods toddlers commonly eat. It’s feared that similar levels of sodium are also found in a number ofthe foods older kids eat at school every day. As concerns rise about the early onset ofhigh blood pressure, a major risk factor for heart disease, parents may want to re-examine those lunchbox choices. Why does sodium matter? A 2012 study of children and adolescents found that higher sodium consumption was associated with increased blood pressure. This effect was even greater in overweight and obese participants compared to normal weight participants. In addition, research suggests that children’s taste for salt develops as they are exposed to it. The4ess‘3$fiium children consume, the less they want it. Children’s taste for salt may be reduced ifthey are exposed to lower sodium diets at a young age. Eating less sodium can help lower blood pressure during childhood, which can help lower the risk ofhigh blood pressure as an adult. How much sodium is in your child’s lunchbox? Make-Your-Own Snack Mix Getyour kids involved in making this healthysnack mix. Prep time: 5 minutes 1/4 cup raisins 1/4 cup dried cranberries Cook time: 0 minutes Yields: 4 servings Combine all ingredients, and toss well. Serving size: 1/2 cup snack mix Serve immediately, or store for later , snacking. 1 cup toasted oat cereal 1/4 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts .Tip: Put snack mix in individual snack-sized (or other unsalted nut) bags for a great grab-and-go snack. Recipe and photo from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, part of the National Institutes of Health Where’s the sodium? Understanding sodium in foods can be confusing, especially when food that otherwise seems healthy may have high levels of sodium. Most ofthe sodium we eat doesn’t come from the salt shaker, but is found in processed and restaurant foods. This chart shows the Top 10 Sodium Sources for children and adolescents. How many ofthese have made an appearance in your child’s lunchbox? Top 10 Sodium Sources People Aged 2-19 Years What’s a parent to do? Here are some tips to help tackle high sodium in your child’s lunchbox: ■ Read food labels and compare the sodium amount in different products, then choose the options with the lowest amounts of sodium. Some varieties ofbread can vary from 80 to 230 mg of sodium per slice. That can make a big difference in lunch­ time sandwiches. ■ Pack fresh fruits and vegetables with lunch every day, like a small bag of baby carrots, snow peas, or grape tomatoes. ■ For a healthy snack, make trail mix using unsalted nuts, dried fruits and whole grain cereal. ■ When buying prepared meals, look for those with less than 600mg of sodium per serving. By packing a lower sodium school lunch for your children, you are not only setting them up for success in the classroom, but also in life. With your help, your children can develop healthy, low sodium eating habits that will last throughout their lives and help improve their heart health. For additional information about children and sodium and more tips for parents to help lower their family’s sodium intake, visit cdc.gov/salt. Pizza Breads & rolls Poultry Cold cuts & cured meat Sandwiches Savory snacks Soups Cheese Mixed pasta dishes Frankfurters & sausage Source: CDC �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 31,2013 Football team has many offensive weapons back by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Senior Dylan Kennedy and a handful ofjuniors will be working to earn time at running back for the Lions in 2012, and nearly everyone else on the offense is a returnee from the 2012 squad. After focusing on the defense for his first four sea­ son leading the Maple Valley varsity football program, head coach Brian Lincoln is moving over to the offensive side ofthe ball himself - and he’s excited. Beau Johnson took over at quarterback midway through last year’s season-opener, and gained a ton of experi­ ence as a sophomore. “He looks a lot more com­ fortable this, year, being a junior. He’s throwing the ball well and making good reads,” Lincoln said. “I think it’s just growing up and maturity. We^vent to four passing 7-on-7s this year. You could see him_getting better at each one and really making his reads where the secondary was and who his number ones were and number two receiver.” He’s got some pretty tal­ ented receivers to throw the ball to when he does put it in the air. Anthony Mahler and Austin Gonser are back for their senior seasons. Gonser was the Lions’ leading pass catcher a year ago. Lincoln said that Kennedy, Mahler, Gonsen and Johnson have done a great job.of taking on leadership roles with the team. “Gonser and Mahler have been catching the ball really, really well and both of them run our jet sweep. We’re very much looking forward to that this year,” Lincoln saidr “On the line we have four linemen baqk that played a ton last yeah, most of them started most ipf the games. That’s going to be a key. If we can get the jet sweep going and then come back with our inside game they can pound it down the field.” The returning linemen include seniors Jeremy The 2013 Maple Valley varsity football team. Team members are (front from left) coach Kevin Stewart, Alec Hosmer, Tad Mead, Daniel Langman, Gunner Tobias, Storm Ewing, Corey Turner, Travis Franks, coach Steve Hopkins, (middle row) coach David Wyman, Dylan Kennedy Beau Johnson, Tanner Brownell, Russell Billings, Zackary Rosenberger, Zach Wolcott, Seth Feasel, Anthony Mahler, head coach Brian Lincoln, (back) Jeremy Fisher, Ryan Mudge, Austin Gonser, Christopher Snook, Tyler Kersjes, Lawrence Zamarron, Austin Creller, Marcum Terpening, Cole Decker and coach Trent Harvey. 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The Lions opened the sea­ son against rival Olivet Thursday, and will go on the road for the first time Friday to take on Delton Kellogg. 269-838-4216 Downtown Nashville THE FURNITURE STRIPPING BUSINESS 538 Sherman Nashville, Mi 49073 517-852-0943 COVRT-SIDf Michigan’s Insurance Company Lynn Denton 139 W. State Street Hastings 269-945-4520 1-800-443-5253 www.thelynndentonagency.com SCREEN PRINTING & EMBROIDERY 117 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9207 courtsideinc.com ^wntlsQp/^z 174 S. Main St. Vermontville 517-726-0975 5715 S. M-66, Nashville 517-852-1864 Hastings City Bank www.hastingscitybank.com 1-888-422-2280 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, August 31,2013 — Page 11 Valley boys want to be among KVA's top three by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions are setting their sights on the top teams in the Kalamazoo Valley Association this fall. There is good reason to. The Lions have four all-con­ ference runners back from the team which placed fourth in the league last year. That group includes sen­ iors Kyle Brumm, Michah Bromley, Austin Rood, and junior Andrew Brighton. Senior Sam Benedict The 2013 Maple Valley boys’ and girls’ cross country teams. Team members are (front from left) Emma returns as well, and head McGIocklin, Jacey Wood, (second row) Kelia Hamilton, Brianne Hampton, Elizabeth Wetzel, Ivy Braden, Hanna coach Robb Rosin said he is Kyle, McKayla Lamance, Emily Mattocks, Breanna Heinze, Erica Burkett, Payton Schrader, (back) coach Robb also expecting solid contri­ Rosin, Austin Rood, Kodee Crouch, Zach Pixley, Sam Benedict, Andrew Brighton, Seth Gurd, Kyle Brumm, Felix butions from junior Felix Pena, Troy Allen, Dawson Gusey, Micah Bromley, Cotton Reid, Jacob Brighton and Drew Allen. (Photo by Brett Pena and senior Troy Allen. “A top three finish in the Bremer) league is our goal,” said hosts the first league jam­ champions from Saranac. Brumm led the Lions with second in 18:17.9. Rosin. “We hope to compete boree of the season. Saranac finished with 42 a fifth-place time of 19 min­ The Lion team also had with talented Schoolcraft and The Lions opened the sea­ points and the Lions 50. utes 14.1 seconds. Rood tenth in 19:51.9, Kalamazoo Christian teams son at the Bellevue Harper Creek was third with Saranac had the day’s top Brighton 12th in 19:54.1, for the title.” Invitational last Friday (Aug. 72 points, followed by two finishers, with Brendan Bromley 13th in 19:56.5 and The KVA season begins 23). The boys were second, Mendon 80, Springport 141 Klynstra coming in at Benedict 19th in 20:54.1. Sept. 10 when Constantine just eight points behind the and Bellevue 147. 18:03.1 and Branden Smith Maple Valley followed that up by placing third at the four-team Lakewood Invitational Wednesday. Ionia had five of the first six guys to finish, and won the day’s championship with 18 points. Hastings was sec­ ond with 46, followed by the Lions 69 and Lakewood 110. Brumm was again the Lion leader, coming in tenth place at 19:14.0. Rood was 12th in 19:29.2, Brighton 14th in 19:41.9, Bromley 16th in 20:03.5 and Benedict 22nd in 20:38.8. Ionia’s Dillon Braun was the individual champion, fin­ ishing in 18:20.5, just ahead of teammate Marshal Rademacer who was less than half a second behind at 18:20.9. Hastings was led by Ronnie Collins, who placed third in 18:21.4. the Lions run again Wednesday at the Ovid-Elsie invitational. Valley girls chasing spot in top half of the KVA by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions lost their front­ runner, but there is a good group back to try and help the Maple Valley varsity girls’ cross country team move up in the Kalamazoo Valley Association stand­ ings. Maple Valley’s girls were eighth in the conference last fall, and lost two-time state qualifier Jessica Rushford to graduation last spring. There are a number of experienced varsity athletes back though. The group is led by senior four-year varsity runner McKayla Lamance. Seniors Ivy Braden and Hanna Kyle return for their third season on the varsity. Also returning are senior Elizabeth Wetzel and junior Emma McGIocklin for their second varsity seasons. Lion head coach Robb Rosin said he also expects senior Emily Mattocks to be able to contribute to the var­ sity this fall. With that group, Rosin said the team should be able to compete for a spot in the top half of the Kalamazoo Valley Association stand­ ings. It will certainly be tough surpassing Hackett Catholic Central, Kalamazoo Christian, Delton Kellogg or Olivet, but Rosin things his girls might be able to chase down Schoolcraft and Parchment. The conference season gets started when Constantine plays host Sept. 10. The Lion ladies have already been on the run this season. They opened the season with a fourth-place finish at the Bellevue Invitational last Friday (Aug. 23). Mendon took the day’s championship with 63 points, edging Harper Creek which finished with 65. Saranac was third with 80 points, followed by Maple Valley 84, Bellevue 116, Lansing Christian 120 and Springport 144. Pennfield didn’t have a full squad, but the Panthers’ Audrianna Bomamann was the day’s individual champi­ on, finishing in 20 minutes 31.5. Mattocks led the Lions with a 14th-place time of with 34, followed by Maple 25:58.8. The Lion team also Valley 75 and Lakewood had senior Breanna Heinze 104. 15th in 26:01.2, Lamance Hastings and Ionia had the 17th in 26:05.8, McGIocklin top ten finishers, led by the 20th in 26:14.6 and Kyle Saxons’ Trista Straube who 23rd in 26:20.0. came in at 21:40.5. Bomamann was way out Maple Valley’s leader was in front. Harper Creek had Mattocks, who was 11th in the next two finishers, with 24:44.0, just ahead of Heinze Reagan Dishaw second in who was 12th in 24:44.4. 23:04.6 and Allegra Baird The Lion team also had Lamance 15th in 25:30.7, third in 23:15.8. The Maple Valley girls McGIocklin 16th in 26:36.3 were third Wednesday at the and Erica Burkett 24th in Lakewood Invitational. Ionia 28:19.1. took the day’s title with 28 points. Hastings was second Lion soccer wants to keep building its foundation while Sanchez mans the mid­ field with help from return­ Sports Editor Just one spot would be ing junior Sam Bonney and sophomore Wyatt Ledford. nice. . Maple Valley’s varsity Ledford though was the boys’ soccer team finished at goalie in the Lions’ season the bottom ofthe Kalamazoo opener Monday, an 8-0 loss Valley Association standings to Leslie. The Lions also return jun­ last fall, and head coach Andy Roush knows things ior fullback Lucas Robles, forward Hunter are getting better. He hopes junior Hilton, and senior forwards it shows up in the standings. “The KVA is a very strong Tecumseh Hakenjos and soccer conference and it Kenny Christopher. “We talked throughout would say a lot about the direction we are heading last season about building a with the program if we move solid foundation for the pro­ up even one spot in the con­ gram,” Roush said. “We fin­ ference standings,” Roush ished strong last year and expect to pick up where we said. There still isn’t a lot of left off, showing increasing varsity experience. The Lion signs of improvement.” A solid freshmen class roster has seven freshmen should help the Lion pro­ and a couple sophomores. Back to lead the way are gram grow. Roush is expect­ senior captains Josh Sanchez ing good things from mid­ and Joe Eddy. Eddy was an fielders Dylan Walker, Abbott, Logan honorable mention All-KVA Darius performer last fall. The plan Ramey and fullback Mark is to put him at forward, Dickinson. by Brett Bremer The 2013 Maple Valley varsity boys’ cross country team. Team members are (front from left) Andrew Schliep, Mark Dixon, Dillon Walker, Logan Ramey, Isaac Fisher, Lucas Robles, Bryan Venton, Sam Bonney, Tecumseh Hakenjos, Wyatt Ledford, (back) head coach Andy Roush, Nick Whitaker, Austin Ledford, Hunter Hilton, Joshua Sanchez, Darius Abbott, Joe Eddy, Troy Allen, Kenny Christopher and Lucas Miller. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Lions will have a tough start to their KVA sea­ son, hosting Kalamazoo Christian Wednesday. The Comets will likely be in a battle with Hackett Catholic Central for the top spot in the league standings as usual. The Lions then host Lakewood, who will be a conference foe in 2014, Friday (Sept. 6). Maple Valley will have the home-field advantage in matches with some of its closest competition in the KVA, hosting Delton Kellogg, Pennfield and Olivet this year. �Page 12 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, August 31,2013 Eagles' three long TD passes put Lions in a hole The Eagles didn’t let the Lions get started. Olivet topped the Maple Valley varsity football team 37-6 in their Kalamazoo Valley Association opener Friday at Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School. Eagle quarterback Rob Funk tossed a trio of touch­ down passes that all covered more than 60 yards in the second quarter, as Olivet built a 28-0 lead in the first half. He was 5-of-8 throwing in the contest, for 204 yards and the three touchdowns. The three second quarter touchdown passes went to three different receivers, with Nate Barnes completing a 62-yard pass play, Shane Loney scoring on a 64 yard completion, and Tate McCam taking a pass 61 yards for a score. LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bryan (Sruesbeckk and Bethany Gruesbeck, Husband and Wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's or assigns, successors or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 13, 2003 and recorded February 25, 2003 in Instrument Number 1098259, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Mortgage Center, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twelve Thousand Eight Hundred Eighteen and 44/100 Dollars ($112,818.44) including interest at 6.375% per annum. 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Russell Piley converted on his first four extra-point kicks, and also booted a 29yard field goal in the third quarter. Dylan Coolidge scored the Eagles’ final points on a 14-yard run with 2:30 to play in the third quar- ter. Lion junior quarterback Beau Johnson finished off a Lion drive with a 3-yard touchdown run with 22 sec­ onds left in the game to wipe the zero off Maple Valley’s side of the scoreboard. Johnson completed three passes in the contest, for 23 yards. He was intercepted BANDSTAND RENOVATION BID once. The Lions also lost a fumble. Corey Turner led the Maple Valley offense on the evening, rushing 16 times for 60 yards. Dylan Kennedy added 13 rushes for 33 yards. Kennedy also hauled in two passes for 16 yards, and Austin Gonser had one catch which was good for a 7-yard gain. Maple Valley was limited to just 167 total yards of offense by the Eagle defense, which was led by Austin Smith with eight tackles and Dustin Holder with seven. Kennedy had six tackles, including a sack for Maple Valley, and Gonser added four tackles. The 0-1 Lions travel to Delton Kellogg Friday night. The Panthers also fell in their season opener, 64-20 at Constantine. Volleyball has a few leaders back to turn things around by Brett Bremer The Village of Nashville is seeking bids for restoration of the Bandstand located in Putnam Park. Bids may be dropped off at the Village Office, 203 N. Main St., Nashville, Ml 49073, during normal business hours. Please contact the Nashville DPW Director, Scott Decker, with any questions regarding your bid at 517-852-9571. All bids must be turned in before 4:00 p.m. on September 26, 2013. 06820712 BRUSH PICK UP The Nashville DPW will be picking up brush on September 9th & 16th, 23rd, and 30th. Please have any brush piled behind the curb. If there are no curbs in front of your house place brush on the shoulder of the street. Please do not pile brush in the streets. These will be the only dates that we will pick up brush until next spring. Please do not place brush out before September 9th or after September 30th. PLEASE DO NOT PUT OUT LEAVES AT THIS TIME. WE WILL BE PICKING LEAVES UP AT A LATER DATE. Thank youfor your cooperation. Nashville Department of Public Works Sports Editor The Lions are looking at the positives, and head coach Sarah Carpenter sure feels like there are some things to be positive about. The 2012 season was a tough one for the Lions, but a handful of seniors are ready to try and turn things around this fall. The senior class is led by setter Kandys Larsen, outside hitter Hadley Joppie and defensive specialist Marissa Pierce. Junior mid­ dle hitter Olivia Ricketts should be a big contributor as well once again. Larsen had 237 assists and 64 kills as a junior, as well as 151 digs as well as 31 aces. Ricketts helped lead the Lion attack with 141 kills, and also had in 201 digs. “We have a strong group of girls that work together as well as multiple returning players,” said Carpenter. That returning group is working on gelling with the newcomers right now. Carpenter said her team is still fairly young. That youth includes four sophomores on the varsity roster. “We plan to focus and give our best each and every day,’’ Carpenter said. The Kalamazoo Valley Association should be tough Hadley Joppie again, especially at the top, with solid groups of girls set to lead Schoolcraft and Pennfield at the top of the standings once again. The Lions open the season with a league contest at Parchment Wednesday, then head to Olivet for a tourna­ ment Saturday (Sept. 7). The Lions’ first home con­ test of the season will be Sept. 18 against GalesburgAugusta. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, August 31,2013 — Page 13 LARGE OF small. We Ship It All! 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Abbott, representing Marshall Music, helps students select the best instrument based on interest and aptitude. newly tiled floors awaited the guests. Teachers were in their readied classrooms to meet new students and families and reunite with previous ones. Each classroom white­ board had this question posed, “What skills do our kids need to .cope with change and continuous learn­ ing for the 21st century?” Fourth grade teacher Angel Christopher said the question is being asked of each student, parent and teacher in an ongoing effort to gather community input. Sixth grade orientation Alythia Montiel-Vite locates a desk with her name on it during the open house Tuesday, Aug. 27. Dad, Sergio Montiel-Vite, and grandma, Sandra Cheney, accompa­ ny Alythia. Valley Jr./Sr. High School auditorium with welcome and introductions from Principal Todd Gonser and Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon. Students and families met Assistant Principal/Athletic Director Duska Brumm, counselors, Lorraine Benedict and Patricia Blair and teacher Jassen Dowling. The acronym PRIDE, which stands for Personal Responsibility In Daily Effort, was outlined for stu­ dents in a video. Success in pride, said Gonser. Students gathered sched­ ules and did a walk-through of a typical day. Students spent five minutes in each classroom where teachers gave a course overview and outlined expectations. A presentation on lunchroom offerings and procedures was given by Gonser at the mid­ way point. Students were also given time to practice locker com­ binations, visit the library and become acquainted with the layout of the building. Junior high teacher Christine Smith tells students the expectations for art class dur­ ing the sixth grade open house, Tuesday at Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School. The office in the Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School is brimming with activity Tuesday as sixth graders and parents tour the facility. Alex Thurlby works on a project with step-mom Kristi Richter looking on at the Fuller Street Elementary open house Tuesday. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, August 31, 2013 — Page 15 *■ MBIUC LIONS DEN . ***«% St** Sixth graders and family members are given an overview of cafeteria pro­ cedures and expectations by Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Principal Todd Gonser. >^2*5 . ttotal.U bWhi •7^ ZE* OPEN HOUSES, continued from previous page Sixth gra finds the locker The halls of Fuller Street Elementary are buzzing Tuesday for the open house. Students visit classrooms, meet teach­ ers and locate desks. Sixth grade students and family members tour the halls of Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Tuesday, Aug. 27. 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Leslie knocked off the Maple Valley varsity boys’ soccer team 8-0 at Fuller Street Field in Nashville. “The first thing we’re going to work on is trusting each other,” said Lion head coach Andy Roush. “We still have a lot of one-on-one. If I get the ball I’m not trusting the guys around me. That’s something we have to work on.” The Lions have to work on their defense along the back line as well. Keeper Wyatt Ledford was busy, but per­ formed fairly well. He made eight saves, many of them in tough one-on-one situations. “It’s still a work in progress finding where guys fit as far-as their roles on the field. I can keep improving Maple Valley goalkeeper Wyatt Ledford stretches out to make sure a Blackhawk shot flies wide of the net early in the first half of Monday’s season opener on Fuller Street Field in Nashville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) on that, finding the right positions for everybody,” said Roush. One change he made on the fly Monday was to move freshman Darius Abbott into the backfield. Roush had been hoping to use his speed to create an attack up front, but after a while it was clear that speed was needed to Maple Valley’s Troy Allen shields the ball from keep up with the Blackhawk Leslie’s Trey Waldofsky as he pushes through the mid­ attackers on the other end. field Monday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) “(At the start) I was kind of hoping to go more offen­ but the rebound came right Kyle Danko finished the sive and try to keep the ball back down to Jansen who first-half scoring for Leslie. in possession a little more to found the net again. The Lions held off the take some of the pressure, The Blackhawks then tal­ Blackhawks for the final 20 but it didn’t always work that lied five more goals ini the minuets of the first half, but way,” Roush said. next ten minutes. 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Lightning Bugs and MVfreaks, two groups affili­ ated with Building Unlimited Growth and Sustainability, have set the goal to build a skate park. LeeAnn Dunkelberger, youth advisor, said the groups have received $3,000 from a Youth Advisory Council grant toward the goal. YAC is a youth repre­ sented Organization which funds projects for youth. The kids had to write the applica­ tion, said Dunkelberger. Trent Moore (top) is seated on the steps inside . With money in hand, the Kellogg Community Center in Nashville with Kody question of where to build Wonnacott (left) and Gage Merica. A skate park, in the the site led the kids to planning stages, will be dedicated in memory of Trent Putnam Park or Riverside who drowned in June. (Photo by LeeAnn Dunkelberger) Park. Both parks are village properties. ' support them.” feels like your hands are tied Darren Fisher, Nashville Dunkelberger said, in with all ofthe rules, laws and village council trustee and researching the liability regulations.” chairman of the parks com­ question, she has learned the If the skate park cannot be mittee, originally lent sup­ liability is the same for a at Putnam Park or Riverside port to the effort, but recent­ skate park as it is for a regu­ Park, the concrete area adja­ ly told Dunkelberger he was lar playground. cent to the Kellogg sorry but the council could “I support the kids — I Community Center is being not help them. Fisher said it support LeeAnn, LeeAnn,”” said considered. was a liability issue for the Fisher. “Liability wise, it is Armed with this hope, the village. not something the village Lightning Bugs and “These are at-risk youth,” wants to do ... I had a strong MVfreaks continue to raise said a frustrated upbringing of ‘One person money through bottle drives, Dunkelberger. “We finally can make a difference,’ I still floor hockey games conces­ get the funds and you won’t believe it but sometimes it sion sales, and selling fruits Maple Valley boys finish fifth at 18-team Marauder Invite Lansing Catholic took the championship in both the boys’ and girls’ races at Tuesday’s Marauder Invitational hosted by OvidElsie, with junior Keenan Rebera leading the boys’ team with his first-place time of 16 minutes 25.1 seconds. The Cougar boys’ team had three guys in the top ten, with junior Jeffery Lorencen eighth in 18:03.5 and fresh­ man Ethan Markey ninth in 18:08.9. Maple Valley’s boys were fifth at the 18-team invita­ tional. Lansing Catholic’s boys finished with just 45 points, while fellow Capital Area Activities Conference White Division foe Corunna was second with 78 points. The Cavaliers also had three guys in the top ten, with sopho­ more Blake Watson second in 17:00.5, sophomore Jacob Trowbridge fourth in 17:38.8 and junior Dylan Wibert tenth in 18:12.7. Laingsburg 276, Michigan Bath was third with 118 Lutheran 278, Owosso 281, points, followed by Fowler Maple Valley 290, 126, Maple Valley 162, Beal Lakewood 373, Chesaning City 189, Chesaning 214, 385, Fowler NTS, Durand Ovid-Elsie 231, Durand 235, NTS and Burton-Bendle Owosso 242, DeWitt 255, NTS. Michigan Lutheran 275, Lansing Catholic had four Perry 312, Laingsburg 343, girls in the top 13 overall, but Frankenmuth 363, the top seven runners were Lakewood 452, Saginaw all from different schools led Nouvel NTS and Burton- by Bath junior Annie Fanta Bendle NTS. who won in 20:00.5. Lion senior Kyle Brumm Beal City sophomore led his team, placing 24th Hannah Steffke was second overall in 18:49.9. The top in 20:10.1 and Lansing four Maple Valley runners Catholic freshman Abigail finished within 35 seconds of Gilmore third in 20:56.4; Maple Valley was led by each other. Senior Micah Bromley was 31st in 19:07.3, seniors Emily Mattocks and junior Andrew Brighton 34th Breanna Heinze who came in in 19:21.0 and senior Austin less than a second apart. Mattocks was 54th in 2:54.3 Rood 38th in 19:24.1. Lansing Catholic won the and Heinze 56th in 24:55.2. The Lion team also had girls’ meet with 58 points, followed by Bath 71, Beal junior Emma McGlocklin City 82, Perry 163, Corunna 63rd in 25:34.2, senior 166, Frankenmuth 199, McKayla Lamance 67th in Saginaw Nouvel 206, Ovid- 25:45.5 and senior Hanna Elsie 223, DeWitt 231, Kyle 111th in 28:39.8. Bridget King (left) and Gage Sisson are members of the Lightning Bugs. The group is raising money for a skate park by selling vegetables at the farmer’s market in Nashville. (Photo by LeeAnn Dunkelberger) and vegetables at the farmer’s market in Nashville. A video, filmed by Dunkelberger which has been circulating * on Facebook, asks the kids what they would like to have hap­ pen at Kellogg. In addition to the skate park, the youth have practical wishes ofhav­ ing doors on the bathroom stalls and working drinking fountains in the building and outside. “There was a skate park at Kellogg when Tate [Mix] was there,” said Rose Heaton. Heaton, co-founder of BUGS, manages the cen­ ter. Lion spikers fall in three at Parchment Maple Valley’s varsity volleyball team opened up the Kalamazoo Valley Association season with a 3-0 loss at Parchment Wednesday. The Lions were downed by the scores of 25-12, 25­ 11,25-18. Hadley Joppie led the Lion team with nine kills, while Olivia Ricketts added four. Kandys Larsen had ten assists. Emily Morris had two aces. Defensively, Larsen had a team-high five digs, while Taylor Medina added four and Joppie three. Joppie also had two blocks. Maple Valley is sched­ uled to be a part of the Olivet tournament today (Sept. 7) and will be back in action in the league Wednesday when it travels to take on Constantine. The original skate park was built using untreated lumber and did not last. Ifthe Lightning Bugs and MVfreaks have their way, the new skate park and the community center will last for years to come. “We’ve got a chance to do something in this town and that community center should be a part of it,” said Shirley Dexter, chairman of the Nashville Area Citizens Coalition. NACC meets at the center and uses the facility for events. “I am for anything that gives the kids something to do,” said Dexter. “If they take part in creating it they are more likely to take care of it.” The death in June of Trent Moore, member of MVfreaks, has created the desire to dedicate the skate park to his memory. For more information on The Lightning Bugs, MVfreaks, Nashville Area Citizens Coalition and Maple Valley B.U.G.S. each organization has a Facebook page. Lions downed by Comets in first KVA competition Hunter Hilton scored the first goal of the season for the Maple Valley varsity boys’ soccer team Wednesday. One goal wasn’t enough though, as the Lions fell 6-1 to visiting Kalamazoo Christian in their Kalamazoo Valley Association opener. Garret Horjus scored twice for the Comets, and Carlos Wenke, Calab Cook, Mitch Westendrop and Trevor Jager added goals as well. The Lions were scheduled to host Lakewood Friday, and will be back in action Monday when they return to league action at GalesburgAugusta. The contest with the Rams will be the first of three games for Maple Valley this week. The Lions also host Delton Kellogg Wednesday and Visit Bellevue Thursday. The Lions are now 0-2 this season. In This Issue • Maple Valley High School students earn academic awards • Readers vie for prizes in Vermontville library auction • School openings detailed growth and change in local education • Lawrence Road bridge finished; Charlton Park Road work begins �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, September 7, 2013 Maple Valley High School students earn academic awards Aubrey Laubenthal receives a letter award at the fall academic awards for Maple Valley High School. Aubrey is escorted by her parents Kathy Feasel and Kevin Laubenthal. Erica Burkett receives a second year award for main­ taining a 3.8 or better GPA. Erica is escorted by her parents Sylvia and Jake Burkett. Maple Valley Schools Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon presents the award. Receiving a plaque as a third year award is Emily • Mattocks. Mattocks, a senior, has maintained a 3.65 or better GPA. Emily is escorted by her mother Bridgett Mattocks. Maple Valley Schools Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon presents the award. Sabrina Nelson receives an academic letter for main­ taining a 3.9 or better GPA as a freshman last year. Sabrina is escorted by her father Chad Nelson Thursday, Aug. 29 at the fall academic awards night. Katie Dixon accompanied by her mother Janice Dixon is presented a second year award, a pin at the fall aca­ demic award ceremony Thursday, Aug. 29. Maple Valley Schools Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon presents the award. Continued next page Jadelyn Stewart a junior at Maple Valley High School receives a pin as a second year award for maintaining a 3.8 or higher GPA. Jadelyn is escorted by her parents Kim and Kevin Stewart. Not pictured is Jack Elliston. Elliston earned a third year academic award but was not able to attend the awards ceremony Thursday, Aug. 29. WE HAVE JOBS! Since 2010 our customer companies have hired-in 3,700+ ofour temporary employees! 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Maple Valley Schools Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon presents the award. Readers vie for prizes in library auction The Dig into Reading summer program at Vermontville Township Library had a prize auction Tuesday, Aug. 27. Area mer­ chants donated prizes and 35 readers contended for them. Throughout the summer readers earned “dollars” for each book read. The “dol­ lars” were kept in a library account awaiting the annual auction. This summer’s , Dig into Reading program, had 10 events which included plant­ ing flowers and vegetables in raised bed gardens, "making garden art and firefly jars, movie showings, visits from John Ball Zoo and the Kalamazoo Nature Center and an archeological dig for “dinosaur” bones. The events were made possible by a grant from the Capital Region Community Carlie Whitaker is in attendance at the Vermontville Township Library’s end of summer reading auction Tuesday, Aug. 27. Foundation and drew 40 to 50 children. 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Continued on pg. 6 Women’s Club Club served refreshments at each event. Starting September 12th Against All Odds playing from 5:00pm - 8:00pm Short Menu Served 177 S. Main, Vermontville 517-726-0789 Noon - ? Friday•Noon - ? Saturday Noon-9pm Sunday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Al Can Beer $1.00 �Page 4 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, September 7,2013 Ardith G. Jordan Norman Leigh Wilmore Jim Watson; nine grandchilNASHVILLE, MI dren; and four great-grand-Ardith G. Jordan, age 85, of children; siblings, Marilyn Nashville passed away Sullivan, Clare (Joyce) Tuesday, September 3, 2013 at Pennock Hospital in Wilmore, Gary Wilmore. He was predeceased by his Hastings. daughter, Vicki Watson and Ardith was bom in Cecil grandson, Chad Gingrich. Bay, on October 10, 1927, Funeral services were held the daughter of the late J.B on Wednesday, September 4, and Mabie G. (White) Cain. 2013 at Pray Funeral Home She was raised in the Cecil in Charlotte with Rev. Bryce Bay area and attended a one Feighner officiating. room school in Cecil Bay. Interment will take place in Ardith was a very good stuGresham Cemetery. dent and learned quickly by Memorial contributions watching and listening to the may be made to the Gresham older students. This enabled United Methodist Church. her to move forward quickly Arrangements by Pray and she was able to graduate Funeral Home, Charlotte. high school early. Online condolences may After she finished school, be sent to the family at Ardith spent a short time in www.prayfuneral.com. the Detroit area, but never cared for the city, and moved back to the Petosky area, where she began working ------------------------------------ with Bell Telephone. It was during this time that she met NASHVILLE, MI Saturday, August 31,2013 at Nashville, on January 19, her husband Ahmo L. Winifred (Winnie) Yarger, Thomapple Manor. 1919 to Coy and Nellie Jordan. The couple was marage 94, passed away Winifred was bom in (Cryst) Brumm. ried on December 13, 1947 married Dennis in Petosky. They relocated to She Yarger Jr. on April 22, 1935.the Lansing area, then Winifred was employed at Flexfab where she retired. Winifred is survived by three sons, Doug VERMONTVILLE, MI (Mariebelle) Yarger, David (Alice) Yarger, and Cary Arthur RusSell, age 90, of Vermontville, passed away (Wilma) Yarger. She had 10 grandchildren, Sunday, August 11, 2013 at 16 great grandchildren and Eaton County Health and 20 great great grandchildren. Rehabilitation, in Charlotte. Arthur was bom in Big She was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Jr. Rapids on July 14, 1923, the and three sisters and two son ofthe late Bert and Viola (McCrimmon) Russell. brothers. When Arthur was young, She enjoyed golfing and bowling and was on a bowl­ his family moved quite often. In 1952 along with his broth­ ing league. A memorial service will be er, he purchased their home 208 N. Main, Nashville held at the Daniels Funeral in Vermontville and had Home in Nashville, on lived there ever since. 517-852-0000 Arthur worked as ajanitor Saturday, September 14, at Charlotte Chair Company www.qreenliqhtdrivinq.net 2013 at 11 a.m. Funeral arrangements have for several years and also at restaurants in been entrusted to the Daniels local SEGMENT 1 ($299) Funeral Home in Nashville. Vermontville. HASTINGS • • Nashville Arthur enjoyed working Please visit our website at Sept. 16 Sept 30 with youth at Clear Lake www.danielsfimeralhome.ne Camp as well as collecting tfor further details. coins and knickknack items. io; - SEGMENT 2 ($40) Spending time with friends ' HASTINGS • • Nashville* and engaging in good conSept 10 -12 Sept 10 -12 versation was always some­ thing Arthur looked forward to. Arthur is survived by his sister, Lola Boyer; niece, Sharon Wright, and great Manufacturer's Warranty 1 nephews James and Shane (Cindy) Wright, Eldon (Joan) Boyer, Steve Cook, CHARLOTTE, MI Norman Leigh Wilmore, age 89, of Charlotte, died Saturday, August 31, 2013. Norman was bom at home on March 11, 1924, the son of Clifford Cleland and Gladys Rix (Davis) Wilmore. He graduated in the Charlotte High School Class of 1941 and farmed a short time until serving dur­ ing WWII in one of the last mounted cavalry divisions. He served a second tour in the army of occupation in Japan. Upon his return, he married the love of his life, Joan Kerstetter, and they raised five children. Norman was a busy man, working 30 years full time at Motor Wheel, while also farming his own 120 acres on Shaytown Road. His real passion was farming, in which he and Joan excelled in raising registered Holsteins and Belgians. In fact, they home bred the first cow to be classified as Excellent in Eaton County. Norman also loved sports, playing fast-pitch softball and baseball. He was a life­ long Detroit Tigers and MSU Spartan fan. Norman was a devoted member of the Gresham United Methodist Church. Above all, Norman loved his family. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Joan Wilmore; daughters, Connie (Chuck) Corbin, Karen Scott and Chuck O’Connell, Pam (Fred) Todd; son, Kirby (Kate) Wilmore; son-in-law Winifred (Winnie) Yarger REEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL llc moved out to the their Nashville farm in 1970. Throughout the years, the couple had worked together operating several small busi-. ness from their farm includ­ ing a bakery, ice cream store, craft store, and Jordan's Wood Crafts. Ardith and Ahmo where married for 51 years when he passed away in 1999. Ardith loved being outside working in her garden, using her skills to make crafts and helping her husband with -and great niece Theresa (Bruce) Noffke. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Harold, Norman, Ada and Harriet. 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For further details please visit our website at www. danielsfuneralhome.net. . & Family Owner/Manager | �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, September 7,2013 — Page 5 and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Sept 9 Swedish meatballs, noo­ dles, com, green beans, orange. Tuesday, Sept 10 BBQ chicken leg, potato salad, spinach, cornbread, pineapple chunks. Wednesday, Sept 11 Sloppy Jo, potato wedge, broccoli, bun, banana. Thursday, Sept 12 Asian chicken salad, pasta salad, jello with fruit, crack­ ers. Friday, Sept 13 Smothered pork cutlet and gravy, stuffing, sweet pota- toes, asparagus, fresh grapes. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Sept 9 Swedish meatballs, noo­ dles, com, green beans, orange. Tuesday, Sept 10 Roast turkey with gravy, mashed potatoes, broccoli, bread pudding, prunes. Wednesday, Sept 11 BBQ chicken thigh, tator tots, spinach, cookie, applesauce. Thursday, Sept 12 Breaded fish, wild rice, peas and carrots, asparagus, banana. Friday, Sept 13 Smothered pork cutlet with gravy, stuffing, cabbage, sweet potatoes, fresh grapes. Activities Calendar Monday, Sept. 9 Hastings: September Birthday Party; BYOG; Music with Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; Life Line Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Screening; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Kinship Support Sept 8 Open Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo 1:30-3 p.m. Center Tuesday, Sept 10 Sept 8 & 9 Hunter Safety Classes, Sept. 8 (9 am-5 p.m.), Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 Sept. 9 (6-9 p.m.), Barry County a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Conservation District Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Sept 9 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 Wednesday, Sept 11 p.m., KCC Hastings: Music with Sam; Sept 12 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Barry Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre Community Enrichment Center 12:30-2:30 p.m. • Woodland: Sept 19 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Sing-a-long. Sept 19 Dog Development Committee Meeting, 7 Thursday, Sept 12 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 Hastings a.m.; Music with Celia. Sept 22 Open Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Center Nashville: TV Time. Sept 22 & 23 Hunter Safety Classes, Sept. 22 (9 a.m.-5 Friday, Sept. 13 p.m.), Sept. 23 (6-9 p.m.), Barry County Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Conservation District Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Sept 23 Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 * Sing-a-Long; Visiting. p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church (tentative location) Sept 28 State Poultry Clinic, 9 a.m., Anthony Hall, MSU Sept 29 Horse Bam Box Stall tear down, 1 p.m., Expo Center Sept. 30 4-H General Leaders Enrollment Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Sept 9 Sliced turkey with cheddar cheese, three bean salad, applesauce, bun. Tuesday, Sept 10 Tuna pasta salad, broccoli raisin salad, pineapple, crackers. - Wednesday, Sept 11 Cottage cheese, pea and cheese salad, citrus sections, cookie. Thursday, Sept 12 Italian chopped salad, pasta salad, Mandarin oranges, crackers. Friday, Sept 13 Egg salad, creamy cucum­ ber salad, tropical fruit, bun. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News action ads! LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30.p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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 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 Evening Worship.............................. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .......... .6:45 p.m. . . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. 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 School 10: 00 ............ Church Senrice 11: 00 Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE J Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: gracff@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 . Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. . Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship................................9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 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 Medicaid expansion the right thing to do expansion, Medicaid under the Healthy Michigan Plan, took center stage when the legislature reconvened after summer recess. The Senate had passed the Healthy Michigan Plan, HB 4714, the week before with minor reforms. The House of Representatives once again put its stamp of approval on it. Gov. Rick Snyder has been a strong advocate for Medicaid expansion and has stated he will sign the bill when it comes to his desk for approval. More than 400,000 adults in Michigan who currently have no medical coverage could now be eligible under this bill. This bill is a victory for hard-working men and women who put in long hours for little pay and can­ not afford to see a doctor because they do not have health insurance. Emergency rooms were becoming pri­ mary care offices which, in the end, cost us all higher premiums. Over the next 10 years, this expansion is pre­ dicted to save the state $2 billion. It was the fiscally Area students on honors list at Ferris More than 4,100 students at Ferris State University received academic honors for the semester that ended in May at Ferris and Kendall College of Art and Design. To be eligible, undergrad­ uate students must have accu­ mulated at least a 3.5 grade point average in no fewer than 12 credit hours; parttinfe students, in addition, must have a 3.3 cumulative GPA. Local students on the list include: Bellevue — Lindsey Stanfield, Connie Collige. Mulliken — Heather Hartman. Nashville — Sarah Gurd, Mary Gordeneer. Sunfield — John Kreiner, Victoria Powelson. Vermontville Chelsea Brandenburg. Home CooKln 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 NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Country Kettle _ Cafe 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 milffs 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 • Prime Rib Back Ribs Sunday Specials • Swiss Steak • Ham & Yams • Roast Turkey & Dressing 113 N. Main, Nashville 517*852-9700 Optw 7 Day* SAM - 8PM QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West W.orship . .11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road offtrpn'ioix irn litde Pnftrfp. Ir.vrtoMr, Soupd: Su/twJ/iur ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................... 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................ 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Saturday Specials / Jade $ Judy’$\• BBQ Baby NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service....... .................. 11 P.M. Service........ ................... 6 Wed. Service ..... .......... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE responsible thing to do. Sadly, the Senate refused to give the bill immediate effect, which is ironic since the Michigan Republicans have passed more than 90 percent of new laws this ses­ sion with immediate effect. As a result there will be a 90­ day waiting period after the first of the year. The delay will mean a loss of $7 mil­ lion a day in federal funding from January to April 1, when the law takes effect. This bill, which had strong bipartisan support, will allow Michigan to begin reining in health care costs for the future and provide access to health care for the working poor. It was the right thing to do. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .. .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship ....... ........ 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: t PASTOR JEFF SWIFT ‘ (517)852-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. WEST BENTON CHURCH (non>denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.' PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, September 7,2013 ACADEMIC AWARDS, continued from page 3 Maple Valley High School senior Dylan Kennedy is presented a plaque at the fall academic awards night Thursday, Aug. ,29. Dylan is escorted by his parents Jeff and Heather Kennedy. Maple Valley Schools Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon presents the award. Receiving a pin for a second year award is Breanna Heinze. Breanna is accompa­ nied by her parents Randy and April Heinze. Maple Valley Schools Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon presents the award. Beau Johnson is presented a letter for a first year award at the fall academic awards night Thursday, Aug. 29. Beau is accompanied by his parents Scott and Karen Johnson. Maple Valley Schools Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon presents the award. WE HAVE JOBS! Since 2010 our customer companies have hired-in 3,700+ ofour temporary employees! . Join EG at our Local Job Fair Thurs, Sept 19,1pm ■ 4pm EG Grand Rapids Office 3230 Broadmoor SE,Grand Rapids Rapids EmploymentGroup is recruiting for: Machine Operators, Assemblers, Custodians, Rackets, Austin Gonser receives a letter for a first year award. Austin is escorted by his parents Karen and Todd Gonser. Forklift Drivers, and General Laborers. Starting Pay varies: $8.50-$9.50/hr. 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The award is presented Thursday, Aug. 29 dur­ ing the fall academic awards night. Maple Valley Schools Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon pres­ ents the award Athletic Director/Assistant Principal Duska Brumm assists with the ceremony. I*. OPEN HOUSE Sunday, Sept. 8 3:00-4:00pm MUST SEE THIS MOVE-IN READY HOME Karen Johnson 269-832-9773 Kyle Brumm, escorted by parents Adam and Tammy Brumm, presented a plaque for maintaining a 3.65 grade point average during his junior year. Maple Valley Schools Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon pres­ ents the award. Jordan Woodman receives a pin as a second year award during the fall acedemic awards night Thursday, Aug. 29. Jordan is accompanied by her grandparents Harold and Terry Woodman. Prudential Preferred, REALTORS* the home ownership company BATTLE CREEK OFFICE 820 CAPITAL AVENUE SW BATTLE CREEK, Ml 49015 OFFICE... 269-565-3311 MARSHALL OFFICE 117 EAST MICHIGAN AVE MARSHALL. 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To schedule an appointment, contact Hastings Family Medicine at 269.945.0922 or Nashville Family Medicine at 877.850.7055 ennock Services , m V, health 1009 West Green St., Hastings ■ www.pennockhealth.com gg �Page 8 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 7, 2013 Memories of the Past School openings detailed growth and change in local education This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Sept. 6, J983. She wrote: With the opening of the new school year at Maple Valley, memo­ ries ofmany adults hearken back to earlierfirst days of school. Accounts ofthat busy and important season were captured annually in print by The Nashville News; reports ofnew teachers, new curric­ ula and the increase or decrease in enrollment. For the enjoyment ofreaders of today’s column, we have selected several school­ opening stories that were published in late August or early September issues' of The News almost from the time ofits inception in 1873. The following random excerpts, many of which appeared in consecutive weekly issues, have been grouped together here by yearfor the sake ofconven­ ience. Also in the interest of space we have not attempted to include the numerous sim­ ilar items pertaining to rural schools ofthat era, but have concentrated solely on the village school. 1875 — School com­ menced Monday and a good attendance of scholars is reported. Everything passed offvery smoothly and a good school is expected. 1876 — The village school will recommence Sept. 4. Miss Eva White of Saranac will teach the high school, Mrs. A.J. Beebe the intermediate and Miss Minna McCortney the pri­ mary department ... At the school meeting Monday night it was voted to build a new frame building for the primary department to cost not more than $500 and to be completed within 45 days. The job was let yesterday to Charles Fumiss for $489. (Susan Hinckley’s note: This is believed to be the structure we now know as the former Nashville News BANDSTAND RENOVATION BID The Village of Nashville is seeking bids for restoration of the Bandstand located in Putnam Park. Bids may be dropped off at the Village Office, 203 N. Main St., Nashville, Ml 49073, during normal business hours. Please contact the Nashville DPW Director, Scott Decker, with any questions regarding your bid at 517-852-9571. All bids must be turned in before 4:00 p.m. on September 26, 2013. office on Maple Street, which was built as a primary school on Washington Street in 1876 and moved to its present location in 1885for use as the news office. The frame exterior was later cov­ ered with stucco.) 1877 — On the morning school started, Monday, Prof. Huntington brought a new spanker and it is reliably reported that to date he has had only to display it but not put it into action. 1880 — The school board has secured the following teachers for the coming year: Principal L.D. Niles of Wacousta; grammar depart­ ment, Miss L. Angie Davis of Battle Creek; intermedi­ ate, Mary B. Campbell of Hastings; primary, Miss Helen Allen of Nashville ... A public examination will be held Saturday at the Union school building for prospec­ tive school teachers. The test will consist of both oral and written questions ... The school board met with Prof. Niles Monday night and laid out a three-year course ofthe high school. School opened Monday with a total of 183 scholars; 33 in the princi­ pal’s room, 42 in the gram­ mar department, 56 in the intermediate room and 52 in the primary room. 1881 — School opened Monday with a good atten­ dance, there being enrolled a total of 210 scholars. The school the past year worked under the new grade and this year are prepared to take up their work where it Was left off at the close of the last ... G.F; Truman, who has justt Due to a record enrollment of 264 at the Nashville school in 1904, it was necessary to increase the teaching staff to nine. Four years later, when this 1908-09 faculty photo was taken, a 10th instructor had been added. Pictured are (seated, from left) Mary Ruthrauff, Neil Bradley, Leia Titmarsh (Roe), Florence Grohe, Nina Chappell, (standing) Vesta Lewis, Supt. C.W. Appleton, Principal Russell Wrightman, Flora Boston and Minnie Durham. completed taking the school census in this district, reports 320 persons are entitled to school privileges. 1885 — Prof. Roberts is making preparations for the publication to be devoted to the interests of the village schools. The idea is a practi­ cal one and should receive a hearty support. 1890 — Prof. O.M. McLaughlin, Nashville’s new superintendent of schools, was in the village last week ... School com­ menced Monday with the following corps of teachers, Miss Hattie Culver, precep­ tress; Miss Carrie Hill, gram­ mar teacher; Miss Florence Lees, second intermediate; Miss Minnie Fumiss, first intermediate, Mrs. E.M. Everts (the former Mae Fuller), first primary; Miss Lillian Wardell, second pri­ mary. Enrollment totals 228. 1891 — School opened Monday with a large atten­ dance, and everything bids fair for a prosperous year. The corps of teachers num- Continued next page In 1906, the opening of school was postponed a week to allow additional time to complete needed repairs to the building. Constructed in 1902 to replace a similarly styled brick school house destroyed by fire early that year, this structure provided three floors of classroom facilities, including the basement level. The school served the community for 60 years before being torn down in connection with consolidation in 1963. 06820712 BRUSH PICK UP The Nashville DPW will be picking up brush on September 9th & 16th, 23rd, and 30th. Please have any brush piled behind the curb. Ifthere are no curbs in front ofyour house place brush on the shoulder of the street. Please do not pile brush in the streets. These will be the only dates that we will pick up brush until next spring. Please do not place brush out before September 9th or after September 30th. PLEASE DO NOT PUT OUT LEAVES AT THIS TIME. WE WILL BE PICKING LEAVES UP AT A LATER DATE. Thank youfor your cooperation. Nashville Department of Public Works Ornate ironwork on the desks of these early Nashville scholars helps relieve the otherwise Spartan appearance of the classroom, circa 1907. The teacher is Vesta Lewis. Most of the 26 students are identified; six years later they are listed as graduates in the Class of 1914. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley Sews” Saturday, September 7,2013 — Page 9 From previous page bers seven (including O.M. McLaughlin, supt). The high school has 49 pupils, gram­ mar room 43, second inter­ mediate 19, first intermediate 45, first primary 45, second 51. 1892 — Quite animated was the annual school meet­ ing at the opera house Monday evening. Lively bat­ tles of words occurred between several of our prominent citizens, and scin­ tillations of wit were fre­ quent. H.R. Dickinson was re-elected a member of the school board and about the only other business ofimpor­ tance transacted was the pas­ sage of a resolution to employ no teachers who hold only third grade certificates. 1898 — School opened Monday with an enrollment of284. New teachers include Supt. Alger, Mr. Deyo, Miss Beebe, Miss Esta Feighner and Miss Fanny Holdridge. 1899 — School will begin Aug. 29. William Balch, the janitor, has the building spick and span. A full teach­ ing staff of nine is assured. 1901 — The fall term of school will commence Monday with the following corps of teachers: C.H. Farrell, supt.; C.W. Fuller, principal; Miss Grace Crooks, sciences; Miss Josephine Nevins, languages and as grade teachers, the misses Edna Johnson, Flora Boston,- Blanche McMore, Fanny Holdridge and Edna Broombaugh. 1903 — School started yesterday morning with a total enrollment of 256. With increased enrollment, there are only six vacant seats in the high room, and in the lower grades, three seats are lacking. 1904 — Supt. Bennett announces that the teaching staffis all ready for the open­ ing of Nashville school. There will be nine teachers this year, due to the increased enrollment School opened Monday with the enrollment of 264, which is the largest in the history of the town. 1906 — School will com­ mence Sept. 3 instead of on Aug. 27, as had been announced. The additional time being required to com­ plete needed repairs to the building. 1924 — Nashville schools opened Tuesday with an enrollment of 345 and teach- From the Pulpit Honor thy grandparents by Pastor Izzy Young First Congregational Church of Vermontville Early in the morning, Laban arose and kissed his grandchildren and his daughters and blessed them. Then Laban departed and returned home. Genesis 31:55 Sunday, Sept. 8, is Grandparent’s Day. I pray every grandparent knows how much they are needed and loved by their grandchildren. It is often a grandparent’s faith in Jesus Christ that can lead a grandchild into his/her own saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. I pray you are never quiet to your grandchildren about The One who died on the cross for your sins. I know my faith in Jesus Christ owes a large debt to my grandmother, whose belief inspired me to accept Jesus Christ as my savior many years ago and set me on this journey with my God. Today, my Grandmother is in a nursing facility dealing with the early stages of Alzheimer’s. She still sings and hums: In the Sweet By and Bye, I’ll Fly Away, and Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus. As a child, I will never forget her standing at a stove making a meal while she hummed or whistled the old hymns as she cooked fried chicken, fried potatoes, drop biscuits, and grease gravy. Those old hymns she hummed as she cooked are still embedded in my.soul. She took God’s word through the hymns and hid them away in my heart. It was the most gentle and sooth­ ing embrace I think I ever received. She blessed me in such a simple way that she may never how God used her in such a mighty way to lead me into a saving faith of Jesus Christ. As for Laban, it must have been so hard to depart his grandchildren and his daughters and return home. But Laban’s lasting gift to his grandchildren was a kiss and a blessing. It was a gift that would sustain them through the years as a reminder of his love to them and an imparting hope that his God would be their God. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Vermontville Township Board is seeking a qualified individual for the Sexton and Grounds Maintenance posi­ tion at the Vermontville Township Woodlawn Cemetery. Salary will commensurate with experience. A complete job description is available by contacting the Vermontville Township Office at 517-726-0355 or sstewart@vermontvilletownship.org omzisss ing staff of 12, including the superintendent, George Bersette. The largest class in school this year is the ninth grade, with an enrollment of 38 pupils. 1925 Staff from the state department of educa­ tion have inspected the local school building and report that additional room is vital­ ly needed. The department recommends a new building for the high school. 1928 — School will reopen Sept. 4 at 8:30 a.m. in Nashville. The new superin­ tendent, Mr. Prescott, and his wife are nicely settled in the Libbie Williams house across from the Methodist church. 1929 — Enrollment con­ tinues to drop in the Nashville school, due to a lack of building facilities, The high school this year has an enrollment of only 99 as compared to 128 last year. Meanwhile, Vermontville has jumped from 60 to 78 and Woodland from 98 last year to a new high of 105. 1931 — School will open in Nashville Sept. 8 with five new faculty members. The new teachers are Supt. W.D. Wallace, Woodward Smith, Arlie A. Reed, Olith Wood Adopt-a-Book program deadline nears Vermontville Township Library is asking members of the community to participate in the Adopt-a-Book by Sunday, Oct. 20. A condi­ tional grant from the Libri Foundation Books for Children requires the library to raise $350 from outside sources. In return, the library will receive $1,050 to purchase children’s books. This equates to approximately 70 books, said Director Carla Rumsey in a press release. For $10, a nameplate honoring the name ofthe adopter (or a name of their choice), will be added to the inside of a new book. A letter will be sent to the adopter when the book is ready for circulation, The adopter will be given the option of being the first patron to read the book. As of Sept. 4, there have been 21 adoptions. The library is in need of an addi­ tional 11. More information is available at the library 517­ 726-1362. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively , make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for ■ the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 06799959 EQUAL HOUSMQ oppoatuhitv and Frances Cramer. John VanDeventer is returning for his second year as high school principal. Miss Carrie Caley and Mrs. Leia Roe will teach in junior high and in charge of lower grades will be Mrs. Greta Bean, Mrs. Butler and Miss Mainone. Mr. Reed is the new football coach and already has his gridiron hopefuls working hard for their first game with Charlotte, Sept. 14. 1932 — Tuesday morn­ ing, Nashville’s largest fac­ tory — its educational facto­ ry, the Nashville school — opens for a considerable run and to that end the school business has been put in readiness, all spick and span. Supt. Wallace and Miss Olith Wood, the Smith­ Hughes agriculture and home economics instructors are doing their pre-school work and the other teachers, home and outstate, will soon be on hand, refreshed and ready for the year’s work, all familiar with the school and town and the pupils them­ selves, with one eye on the vacation days and the other on the long, long days ahead of grind and pleasure. 1938 -=- Total enrollment of the Nashville W.K. Kellogg School is 360, of which number 137 are enrolled in the high school and 223 in the grades. The Nashville1940 Kellogg school started the current year Sept. 10 with a total enrollment of 415. Last year’s enrollment was 394. 1950 — Nashville’s lead­ ing industry, the. NashvilleKellogg schools, reopened Wednesday morning after a 14-week layoff. Although many ofthe students claimed to be coming back under protest,- few managed to show anything but an eager interest in their expressions. Total enrollment as of LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bryan Gruesbeck and Bethany Gruesbeck, Husband and Wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successorsdr assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 13, 2003 and recorded’February 25, 2003 in Instrument Number 1098259, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Mortgage Center, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Hundred Twelve Thousand -Eight -Eight Hundred Eighteen and 44/100 Dollars ($112,818.44) including interest IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy Vanderlaan and Lindsay Vanderlaan, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.,as nominee for First Magnus Financial Corporation, an Arizona Corporation, its successors or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 30,2006 and recorded January 4, 2007 in Instrument Number 1174669, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Quicken Loans Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Rive Thousand Four Hundred Thirty and 35/100 Dollars ($85,430.35) including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, dr some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on OCTOBER 10, 2013. Said premises are located in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3 and 4, Block 20 of Keeler's Addition, according to the record­ ed Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 12, Thornapple Township, Barry at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made arid 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 Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on SEPTEMBER 19, 2013. Said premises are located in tthe Village of Middleville; Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 20, Misty Ridge, according to the recorded Plat thereof in Liber 6, of Plats, on Page 30. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, 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. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage’holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ erty, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 17,2013 Orlans Associates, P.C.. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 13-010918 (08-17)(09-07) 06819331 County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be ■6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, 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. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who-buys the property at-the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ erty, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: September 7, 2013 Orlans Associates, P.C.. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 13-011852 (09-07)(09-28) 06821519 Wednesday morning was 658, but when kindergarten starts there will be about 50 more. LEGAL NOTICE FORECLOSURE NOTICE RAN­ DALL S. MILLER & ASSOCI­ ATES, P.C. MAY BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. IF YOU ARE A MILITARY SERVICEMEMBER ON ACTIVE DUTY NOW OR IN THE PRIOR NINE MONTHS, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mort­ gage mae y ar en orner gage made by Mark Allen Portner And Loralee Beth Brew Portner, Husband And Wife to Wilmington Finance, a division of AIG Federal Savings Bank, Mortgagee,,dated orgagee,, ae May ay 6,, 2004,, and recorded on May 13, 2004, as Document Number: 1127560, Barry County Records, said mort­ gage was-assigned to The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York as successor trustee for JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Trustee for the benefit of the Certificateholders of Equity One ABS, Inc. Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series 2004-3 by an Assignment of Mortgage which has been sub­ mitted to the Barry County Register of Deeds, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-Nine and 47/100 ($90,589.47) including interest at the rate of 7.50000% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at theplace of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on October 10, 2013 Said prem­ ises are situated in the Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast quarter -of Section 7, Town 2 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the East quarter post of said Section 7, thence South 18 rods; thence West 9 rods, thence North 18 rods, thence East 9 rods to place of beginning. Commonly known as: 9 West Brogan If the property is eventually sold at foreclosure sale, the redemption period will be 6.00 months from the date of sale unless the property is aban­ doned or used for agricultural purposes. If the property is deter­ mined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 and/or 600,3241a, the redemption peri­ od will be 30 days from the date of sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. If the property is presumed to be used for agricultural purposes prior to the date of the foreclosure sale pursuant to MCL 600.3240, the redemption period is 1 year. Pursuant to MCL 600.3278, if the property is sold at a foreclosure sale, the borrower(s) will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mort­ gage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemp­ tion period. TO ALL PUR­ CHASERS: The foreclosing mort­ gagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages are, if any, limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have cer­ tain rights. Dated: September 7, 2013 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys forThe Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York as successor trustee for JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Trustee for the benefit of the Certificateholders of Equity One ABS, Inc. Mortgage Pass­ Through Certificates Series 2004-3 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite-180, Bloomfield Hills, Ml 48302, 248-335-9200 Case No. 130MI00552-1 (09­ 07)(09-28) 06821514 �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 7,2013 Lions dominate at Delton after first 11 seconds On their third play from quarterback scrimmage Sports Editor The Lions were in control Beau Johnson fired a 67for all but the first 11 sec-yard touchdown pass to onds Friday. Anthony Mahler. Johnson Delton Kellogg returned then completed the twothe opening kick off near point conversion pass to midfield, and a 15-yard Cole Decker to put the Lions penalty at the end ofthe play up 8-7. That was all the moved the ball into Lion ter- points they’d need as they ritory. Panther running back went on to a 30-7 victory.. “Beau made a great read,” TJ Wooden took a hand-off from quarterback Brady said Lion head coach Brian Mills on the first snap of the Lincoln. “We’ve been pracgame and raced 38 yards to ticing that pass all week and put his team up a touchdown throwing it to Gonser on the 11 seconds into their out and Anthony ran right Valley by the comer. Beau threw it Kalamazoo Association contest, with up to him and away we Maple Valley. Cole Mabie’s went.” The Lion lines were domextra-point kick was good inant. The group of Travis and Delton led 7-0. Not to be outdone, the Franks, Zack Rosenberger, Lions answered right back. Jeremy Fisher, Storm Ewing and Austin Creller helped pave the way for running back Dylan Kennedy to rush 16 times for 90 yards, and the Lions to rack up 228 yards on the ground as a whole. “I told (our linemen) in the locker room, we’re going to ride you guys,” said OFFERING COMPLETE Lincoln. “We’re going to WATER & WELL follow you. We thought our DRILLING & PUMP line was better. Watching film we thought we were SALES & SERVICE better on the defensive and 4” TO 12” WELLS They offensive lines. • Residential showed that tonight. I don’t • Commercial know what we rushed for, • Farm but my goodness we controlled . the clock like we We stock a complete line of... wanted to.” ••Pumps • Tanks scored Kennedy the • Plastic & Steel Pipe game’G final points with •-Cither Well Supplies 5:37 left in the fourth quarWE OWN OUR OWN ter, on a 12-yard run and the EQUIPMENT & DO ensuing two-point run. OUR OWN WORK. by Brett Bremer EWING WELL DRILLING INC. “I thought Dylan Kennedy had a whale of a game on both sides. On both sides of the ball he played great, great,” Lincoln said. “He is a real smart runner. He kind ofhesitates. A lot of those were just a dive. We weren’t .even trapping. He kind of waits in there for a second and then sees it. We saw that a lot out of him last year, and knew he’s a great inside runner.” The Lion was huge in Johnson scoring his team’s second TD, with 2:49 to play before the half. The Lions stopped the Panthers on a fourth-and-one play at the Maple Valley 11-yardline, then converted one fourth down play on their own drive before facing a fourth-and-one of their own at the Delton 40. Johnson rode the back ofhis linemen for about five yards on a quarterback sneak, then finally decided to slide off the pile. He stepped to his right then raced ahead to the end zone. The Lions led 167 after Johnson completed the two-point pass to Austin Gonser. Gonser had his own highlight reel play early in the fourth quarter, returning a punt 75 yards for a score. He let a long, high punt by the Panthers’ Cameron Tobias bounce in front of him near the right hash marks, then scooped it off the ground and raced around the left side for the score. Johnson was 3-of-5 passing for 74 yards in the game. Corey Turner added 11 Richard Ewing Owner BOBBIN'S. ACDelco GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE CENTER Estimates Available Your Local GM Automotive Specialists LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON M79 The Maple Valley offensive line creates a huge hole for running back Dylan Kennedy to run through on his way to the end zone with 5:37 left in the fourth quarter at Delton Kellogg Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) for 22 yards. Mills was rushes for 46 yards.. They’re a good physical intercepted twice, once by football team,” Delton Mahler and gnce by Kellogg head coach Ryan Johnson. Decker finished Bates said. “We made mis- the game with ten tackles, takes and they -capitalized Johnson had five and Creller on them and they beat us up six. front. It is what it is.” Wooden led the Panthers His Panthers did what on the ground, rushing six they could to try and slow times for 92 yards. Mike down the Lion running Ford had 11 tackles to pace the Panther defense, and game. We adjusted our defen- Devin Kalee intercepted a sive alignments a little bit,” Johnson pas? which was Bates said. “We did some batted up- into the air by Anthony different stunting, but the teammate stunting kind of put us even Houtrow. more out of position so we That interception put the had to go back to our base Panthers in good position to defense and we slowed them try and cut into the Maple down for a while, but when Valley lead late in the first we’d make a mistake they’d half, but a sack by the score on it.” Lions’ Alec Hosmer pushed Brady Mills was 2-of-10 the Panthers back and evenpassing for Delton Kellogg,tually Mabie had to try a 43- yard field goal which fell just short. Delton only got deep into Lion territory once in the second half, but that drive ended with Mahler’s interception at his own 13-yardline. The Lions are now 1-1 while the Panthers fall to 02. “We actually tackled better this week. We swarmed to the ball better this, .week. We improved from last week. 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The editori­ al committee included, Ava Kroger, Phyllis Kilpatrick, Robert Todd and Barbara Wright assisted by, Martha Zemke, Hildred Peabody, Francis Olson, Helen Todd, Kay Ramsey, Tony Lamb and Kathryn Houck. Illustrations are by Marianne Martin. tai! ’iiarimiitt I’ltathiimy bilkjQfflMfljSj tisni! s^iisfeltaBtil! lisfa te' Ma a ed to pass on the integrity and character of each appli­ cant for membership. The “Rules and Regulations” are very Puritan in character and reflect the religious beliefs of the time. For example, to be accepted one had to be opposed to the use of liquor or spirits in any form except for medicinal purposes. Col. J. B. Scovill, Deacon S. S. Church, William G. Henry and Wait J. Squire (who joined the others at Auburn, New York) were selected to explore and select land as similar as possible in soils and terrain as their farms in Vermont. These Preface agents carried the settler’s money, each of whom had The small village of paid $212.50, which entitled Vermontville is celebrating them to 160 acres of land for its sesquicentennial — 150 farming and 10 acres in years in 1986. The history of town. In addition, each famiVermontville is unique in ly was to sign a promissory that it was settled by a group note agreeing to pay $25 in of Congregationalists from two years toward a meeting Vermont who originally house. called the village the “Union The agents very difficult Colony.” trip began by stage in The Rev. Sylvester Vermont. They traveled to Cochrane from Poultney, Buffalo from which, because Vermont had visited of ice on the Erie Canal, they Michigan in 1835 and dis­ continued by stage to Erie, covered that schools, church­ Pennsylvania. Here they es and settlements were very found the south shore of scattered. He returned to Lake Erie free from ice, Vermont and interested a which enabled them to sail to group of people from differ­ Detroit, from which they ent areas in the state to hold departed by “stage” for cen­ a meeting to discuss migra­ tral Michigan. The “stage” tion to the west. turned out to be an open On March 27, 1836, a wagon. The roads were hormeeting was held in rible. After a long trip, they Castleton, Vermont to write finally reached the Federal the “Rules and Regulations” Land Bank in Kalamazoo for migration to Michigan. A and purchased three square committee was also appoint- miles of land in Eaton d * it .rcs it sm 41 liSjlflSKtfclllliEt COMPARE AND SAVE When you compare the product quality, performance warranties* and money saving features of any Goodman* brand gas furnace against any other brand, you’ll discover that the best can cost less. PARTS tance among its sister villages is recognized. The fact that its former founders were members of the Green Mountain State, where they were all prominent and respected citizens, speaks, well for its morals and the County. They selected the the later roofs, however, ability of those to whom itss south half of Section 21 for were shingled with oak affairs have been entrusted.” Our main purpose is to the village. W. J. Squire had shakes which shed the rain draw attention to and his surveying instruments fairly well except in the win­ with him and he and the ter when the wind driven describe some of the homes and older buildings that have agents immediately layed out snow sifted in. a historical significance in the land for the village The assessment roll of the village. It is impossible streets. 1844 found 51 resident tax­ By the fall of 1836 several payers in the village. Those to do this, however, without men began clearing a street first few years were a time of mentioning the personalities ofthe founders of our unique from east to west. Four lots rapid growth. At one time village. Vermontville is were left in the center for a Vermontville was larger than largely dominated by older village square as was done in Lansing and was considered buildings and in its 150 New England villages. The as a possible site for the state years has not shown as much men also built a large log capital. growth as communities that structure called the “State In 1852 most of the set­ House” for their families to tlers still lived in log cabins are clustered around large factories. It is a unique hislive in while they built their as the town contained only torical village. own homes. Many years ago six frame dwellings. The In researching this materi­ the Grange Organization first home was built by Wait al we found some discrepanplaced a marker where the J. Squire at 176 East Main; State House had been to des­ the second by Walter S. cies in reporting by different ignate its location just west Farifield at 130 West Main; writers. We have attempted, of 130 West Main ... another was built by Simon however, to make these articles as authentic as possible. By 1837 the village S. Church at 145 West Main. In addition to the homes stretched out a mile from In 1844 Rev. William Uriah which are included in this east to west with two rows of Benedict, the second study, there are many other log houses facing the street. Congregational minister, interesting places and perA typical house was small, built a lovely home at 125 sonalities that have their own had a low ceiling, a hole in West Main. In 1851, Simon story but were not included one comer leading to the McCotter built a home at 136 because of lack of space and upstairs, and a trap door in East Main. Also, Oren material. We offer our apolo­ the floor for the basement. 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PAINTS J TFHAILNILMK EDS �Page 12 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 7,2013 Lawrence Road bridge finished; Charlton Park Road work begins Charlton Park Road north of M-79 was closed Sept. 3 for work that will replace the current bridge with an improved, wider structure. by Constance Cheeseman Staff Writer Lawrence Road, which connects M-37 to M-66, is open again; and Charlton Park Road north of M-79 is closed. Both roads, when fin­ ished, will support travel over improved bridges. The Lawrence Road proj­ ect included elevating the road and installing a new higher bridge. Work began in April, and was expected to be done by late August, when the contractor, Milbocker and Sons, would move to Charlton Park Road over the Thomapple River. Over Labor Day weekend, electronic signs were posted on Charlton Park Road, telling drivers that the road would be closed to through traffic beginning Sept. 3. Tuesday, construction workers were finishing land­ scaping of field accesses on the west side of the new Lawrence Road bridge. “Removal of the original road and culvert faced weather delays in June, how­ ever the work has been com­ pleted nearly on schedule,” said Brad Lamberg, manag­ ing director of the Barry County Road Commission. At 147 feet long, the new bridge is the longest single­ span bridge allowed for a county road, he said. The new road and bridge are the successful efforts to clear obstructions from High Bank Creek that runs direct­ ly beneath the road. Known as a ‘tummy tick­ ler,’ the previous road had a short but steep dip at its low­ est point over the creek, enough that the underbodies of vehicles frequently scraped the pavement. This has been replaced with a smooth, moderate descent onto the new bridge and sub­ sequent ascent, offering views of deep roadside ditch lines. The new bridge, which sits 27 feet above the creek, cost $1.7 million. Funding The 147-foot single-span bridge built over High Bank Creek over the summer is the longest legally allowed on county roads. The bridge also rises 27 feet above the sur­ face of the creek. The bridge on Charlton Park Road over the Thornapple River closed Tuesday for construction to replace the old bridge. for the bridge came from The Critical Bridge Fund pro- We are pleased to announce that Robert A. Valice, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. has joined the Pennock Physician Network as a physician at Women's Health First in the Pennock State Street Center. Dr. Valice is board certified in Obstetrics and Gyne­ cology. He received his Doctor of Medicine degree from Wayne State University in Detroit and completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at William Beaumont Hospital In Royal Oak, Michigan.' Specializing in Obstetrics, Gynecology, Gynecological Surgeries, nd Robotic Surgical Procedures Dr. Valice is now accepting new patients. Contact Women's Health First at 269.945.8080 for more information or to make an appointment. ANYTIME! ENNOCK vvr Health Services 1009 West Green St., Hastings ■ www.pennockhealth.com The new bridge put in place on Lawrence Road, just east of Charlton Park Road, appears to have secured the approval of resident waterfowl. gram, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, as well as local funds. About four miles north, workers have begun prepara­ tions to replace the bridge over the Thomapple River between Historic Charlton Park and M-79. Lamberg said the bridge will get a “facelift,” with new support beams, decking and approaches to the bridge, which also will be made wider. The recommended detour will run along M-79 east to Thomapple Lake Road to Barger Road, north to Center Road and then west back to Charlton Park Road. “Funding from the Critical Bridge Fund has also helped this project materialize,” Lamberg noted. This Charlton Park project is expected to be completed in late November or early December, he said. thank yo HANK 1998 2013 Wonderful years Wonderful people Thank You Josh Meersma 06821383 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-09-14.pdf 40a421d763ae20f131b79470a015cf09 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY n e wsa Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 37, September 14, 2013 A local paper oftoday! Community members urge school board to pursue bond issue by Shari Carney Staff Writer Two bond issues have failed since Maple Valley School district voters approved an $8.6 million measure in 1997. Maple Valley Schools Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon said com­ munity members have approached her to get the wheels in motion to have another one on the ballot in May. Roofs on both buildings, replacement of the original gymnasium floor in the high school, improvements to the track and athletic fields, technology updates including equipment and infra­ structure as well as rennovations to the parking lots, new buses and restroom updates are among the needs listed for the consideration of vot­ ers. During Monday’s school board meeting, Falcon asked Darryl Sydloski, director of finance, to describe the difference between sinking funds and voted bonds. Sydloski gave a brief review . of what the funds can and cannot be used for in each. After hearing the differ­ ences, the board agreed to move forward with the for­ mation of a steering commit­ tee and initial interviewing of construction managers. Additional financial news for the board included the receipt of donations from Hometown Lumber amount­ ing to $300 worth, of supplies for the musical Shrek; 30 computers from Delta Dental; and a mini-grant worth $500 for the golfteam. Chris Ewing is exchanging mowing and fertilizing ofthe football and soccer fields for being allowed to advertise his landscaping service. Jeff Seavolt reported Steelcase has donated 3000 pounds of steel tubing worth $1200 and motivational posters of work done by the building trade classes valued at $175 have been donated. Maple Valley senior Katie Dixon, representing the leadership clas£, reported homecoming activities for the week of Oct. 14 are in the planning stages. Dixon said the homecoming parade and football game will be Friday, Oct, 18 with the theme, “50 years of Pride.” The parade will begin at 5 p.m. at the Nashville VFW and end at Carl’s Supermarket. The Rosin family is serving as grand marshals. The home­ coming dance will be Saturday, Oct. 19. In other activities, the leadership class is assisting “Peas in a Pod” daycare cen­ ter and visiting residents of Thomapple Manor. The stu­ dents will also be participat­ ing in the Riverbank cleanup. In response to a discussion at last month’s regular board meeting on the current food service program, Chartwells, Trustee Mark Jorgensen said low revenues following the switch were of concern, but then pointed out losses were greater in previous years. Jorgensen said in 2012-13 the loss was $2,556 com­ pared to $16,419 in 2011-12. Falcon reported that the athletic committee continues to review the athletic hand­ book and procedural issues. In a follow up conversation with the Maple Valley News, Falcon said, Maple Valley Schools have seven hand­ books. Each is under review. In addition to the athletic handbook, there is one for staff, elementary level, jun­ ior high, high school and two for transportation (one for students and one for par­ ents). Falcon also described the opening of the new school year has very smooth, but revealed a disappointment as student counts are down 29 from the projected enroll­ ment of 1,164 currently aver­ aging 1,135. Falcon said.indistrict families are being called and asked why they opted for another district. In other business, Falcon said there is an impressive array of student artwork that will be on display throughout the two buildings. Several pieces were set up in the board room. Board President April Heinze expressed several concerns, the first regarding a letter sent to parents of sen­ iors pertaining to credits Meeting to discuss new signs in Nashville Welcome signs for Nashville will be the topic of discussion at an open meet­ ing Monday, Sept. 16, 7 p.m. in the St. Cyril Catholic Church hall. Don Hamilton will be the speaker and will also be answering questions and dis­ cussing options. Similar signs are in place for the communities of Six Lakes and Remus. Loretta Pixley is organiz- ing the meeting. Call Pixley for more information, 517- 852-9655. needed to graduate. Heinze said the letter was received only a few days before school started. Heinze, the parent of a senior, said she has been fielding calls from parents. Another concern raised by Heinze referenced the handbooks. Heinze ques­ tioned the appropriateness of a tardy resulting in a 30­ minute detention. Heinze also asked when the decision was made to change the start of the school times, citing confusion in the community, though she admitted she does not always read the Maple Valley News. Falcon asked Heinze if she wanted a reply to the concerns at this time and Heinze said it could wait to be addressed. Falcon said she will have answers for her by the next regular meeting. Heinze emphasized the importance of “our business, our customers, and our prod­ ucts” as a public school sys­ tem. The board, with Andrea Montgomery, Tim Burd and Wayne Curtis absent, unani­ mously approved: • Payment of general fund bills, $227,927; athletic bills $20,713; food service bills, $369; Aug. 9 payroll, $154,984; Aug. 23 payroll, $161,254; Sept. 6 payroll, $204,305. • New staff, Erin Beasley, Amy Johnson, Carmelle Markwart, Michael Hoelzle and Adam Zank. • Resignations for Josh Meersma, Richard Seume, and Deborah Smith. • Request for unpaid leave by Paula Guajardo through Oct. 31. • Coaching assignments of Bryan Carpenter for eighth grade volleyball coach and Stephanie Leatherman, sev­ enth grade volleyball. • Delegate and alternate for MASB delegate assem­ bly of Wayne Curtis, dele­ gate and Brian Green as the alternate. • Jenna Bums as the Eaton Regional Education Service Agency parent advisory committee representative. Bums will attend monthly meetings at ERESA. An open goal setting ses­ sion has been scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 6 p.m. in the board room. One of the purposes of the meet­ ing, with Scott Morrell from the Michigan Association of School Boards invited to attend, will be to set interim superintendent goals. The next regular meeting of the school board is Monday, Oct. 14. Hilton and Eddy score two goals each inValley victory Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ soccer team scored its first win of the season Thursday, knocking off Bellevue on the road 5-2. Hunter Hilton and Joe Eddy scored a pair of goals each for the Lions, and Josh Sanchez converted on a penalty kick. Mark Dickson assisted on Hilton’s first goal, in the first half. Lion head coach Andy Roush said his team played well from start to finish in besting the Broncos. Bryan Venton had six saves in net for the Lions. Things were tougher in the KVA this week, as the Lions fell 7-0 Wednesday against visiting Delton Kellogg. “DK’s speed and size was a problem all game,” Roush said. “Their aggression to 50/50 balls and attacking mindset in our final third made the difference.” The Panthers kept Venton busy in net, forcing him to See SOCCER, pg. 10 In This Issue Signs to. welcome visitors to Six Lakes on Route 66 inspired a meeting in Nashville this Monday to place similar signs in the village. This is the sign people see as they leave the town of Six Lakes. A group in Nashville is interested in placing similar signs to mark its village. • Fuller Elementary implementing changes • County board approves bid for new boiler at jail • Lion boys just 5 points shy of first at jamboree • Maple Valley spikers push Constantine to four sets �Page 2 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. September 14, 2013 Fuller Elementary implementing changes This interim superinten­ dent s corner is submitted by Fuller Street Elementary Principal Susanne Waffle. Welcome back to Fuller Elementary. The school year is offand running. As many of you know. Fuller is currently imple­ menting some exciting changes for the 2013-14 schwl year which I'd like to highlight: Reinventing Schools Coalition training Over the summer, the staff held a three-day training ses­ sion with the Re-inventing Schools Coalition Institute. The training was an overview of the institute’s framework and staff then began the work of designing a school vision while build­ ing relationships amongst colleagues. The presenter was a for­ mer principal from California who has imple- 174 S. Main St., Vermontville Monday-Saturday 8am-2pm Re-open for Dinner 5pm-9pm 517.726.0975 3 Mon.-Sat. 8am-2pm re-open for dinner 5pm-9pm mented the RISC framework in two schools and has been leading this process for six years. It was recommended that we slow our implemen­ tation process from the origi­ nal plan, moving students during English language arts and math. During the second semes­ ter, students will practice moving to rooms at their ability level for three, twoweek camps. Before the school implements these camps, there will be commu­ nication sent home to parents so they are aware of what may be occurring during the school day. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner Friday Night Specials Home Cookin’ All-you-can-eat { Jack & JudyV\ COD, PERCH, SHRIMP, CLAM STRIPS OR CATFISH Saturday Night Specials Featuring Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM PRIME RIB, BBQ BABY BACK RIBS, ROAST PORK AND DRESSING All dinners include soup & salad bar Heather Bross, a former Maple Valley Academy teacher, is now a RISC train­ er. Heather is working close­ ly with staff twice a week. Maryjo Fralick is acting as our internal instructional coach, who daily supports staff as we move ahead with the personal mastery imple­ mentation. Please watch the Maple Valley News and the Maple Valley Schools Facebook page for parent meetings. The Michigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division is joining agencies and organiza­ tions nationwide throughout September to encourage households, businesses and communities to develop emer­ gency preparedness plans before a disaster strikes. To support this effort, Gov. Rick Snyder has declared September as Preparedness Month in Michigan. “This spring, our state expe­ rienced widespread flooding impacting 16 counties,” said Col. Kriste Kibbey Etue, director of the Michigan State Police and state director of Emergency Management and Homeland Security. “An emergency can happen at-any time, to anyone, and this is the reason we are encouraging all residents to dedicate time this month to develop an emer­ gency plan and create a supply kit with essential items.” National Preparedness Month focuses on the need for all households to be selfreliant for at least three days, including having a dedicated supply of food, water and medications. During a disas­ ter, critical services may be impacted — such as electrici­ ty, water service, access to grocery stores — and response times for police, fire and res­ cue personnel significantly delayed. Being prepared starts with four important steps: Be informed about emer- gencies that could happen, and identify sources of informa­ tion in the community that will be helpful before, during and after an emergency. Make a plan for what to do in an emergency. Build an emergency supply kit Get involved. For more information on Michigan preparedness initia­ tives and simple tips to pre­ pare, visit the preparedness website, www.michigan.gov/beprepared. This year marks the 10th annual National Preparedness Month, promoting the need to USDA county cash rents data available County-level data on cash rental rates for agricultural land have been published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. The information, which is available online, includes average DOORS Double Hung With Atrium high-performance window technology,you can have a proven solu tion to resist the sun’s heat in summer—and welcome it in winter. How do we do it? • Our warm-edge glass sealant systems insulate the window frame and edge of glass. • Our low-E glass includes up to three layers of a thin silver coatingile blocking infrared and ultraviolet radiant solar energy. • Insulating gases, such as argon, fill our double- and triple-pane window products. Select the window style that compliments your home! Fl HOME TOWN I ! line dismisses students from the first entryway all the way up to the crosswalk. If your child is seated on the driver’s side of the car, please wait for a staff member to wave them out of the car. At that time, your child can exit even if the staff member is not personally opening the vehicle door. The safety of each child is very important to us. Thanks so much for your coopera­ tion. New staff members Fuller Elementary has some exciting new additions to our staff. Some are com­ pletely new to the district, and some have moved from the Jr./Sr. high school. New to the district is Carmelle Markwart who is teaching second grade; Michael Hoelzle, third and Erin Beasley, fifth. Amy Johnson is providing math support; Jeff Webb, physical education; Judy Fox, art; Railey Sebolt is teaching fifth grade and Angel Christopher, fourth. We also welcome Kristine Stewart, the principal of Pathways High School. Kristine will be helping at Fuller Elementary Tuesdays and Thursdays with the main roles of discipline-and atten­ dance. Watch for a Fuller Elementary newsletter which will be coming home bi­ monthly in the Friday fold­ ers. Please read this carefully for news and upcoming events. Septemberis Preparedness Month in Michigan ATRIUM Single Hung Notes on traffic lines The traffic lines are run­ ning smoothly. Thanks so much for your patience the first week. We have some new students, so we are still learning names and faces. A few additions to the traffic plan are as follows: • Drivers, please have a white sign with your child’s first and last name in the front windshield. This will make pick up in the after­ noon flow quicker. • Please note that, in the morning and afternoon driv­ ers, should refrain from pulling in front of the cross­ walk, otherwise known as “the yellow brick road.” • Please use this crosswalk when escorting a child. • The morning drop off LUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 219 S. State in Nashville * 852-08823 rental rates for irrigated and non­ irrigated cropland and pastureland during the 2013 calendar year. The information is based on data NASS gathered from more than 200,000 agricultural produc­ ers nationwide na onwe during urng thee 2013 county level cash rents survey. More than 5,600 producers were sampled in Michigan for the 20I3 survey. In counties that are unpub­ lished, NASS did not receive enough survey responses to pub­ lish a reliable estimate. In these instances, the rental values are combined with those of other unpublished counties and includ­ ed in the ‘other county total’ with­ in the district The 2013 county cash rental rates data for cropland and pas­ ture for Michigan and all other states are available online. For Michigan and all other state data, go to http://quickstats/nass.usda.gov. Once there, highlight the following: program — survey, sector — economics, group — expenses, commodity — rent, data item — choice. Highlights from this year’s results include: Michigan’s crop­ land cash rent was $118 per acre in 2013, up $10 from the previous year. Cropland cash rents in the Lake States region increased $20 from last year to $155. Pasture cash rents in the Great Lake States region increased $2.50 to $30.50 per acre. Pasture cash rent in Michigan was $26. prepare nationwide. The MSP/EMHSD is a registered coalition member, joining more than 27,000 organiza­ tions nationwide to spread the important message of emer­ gency preparedness. President Barack Obama declared the 16 Michigan counties as a major disaster in June, after severe flooding impacted parts of Michigan’s Upper and Lower Peninsulas. The affected counties are Allegan, Barry, Baraga, Gogebic, Houghton, Ionia, Kent, Keweenaw, Marquette, Midland, Muskegon, Newaygo, Ontonagon, Osceola, Ottawa and Saginaw. The Place to Gofor Professional Styling & MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 06799847 - CAR AUCTION BIP ON-LINE M37Auclion.com 9/17/13 I �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, September 14, 2013 — Page 3 Annual pow wow returns County board approves bid for new boiler at jail Sept 21 and 22 by Constance Cheeseman Staff Writer The 15th annual Walk in the Spirit Pow Wow will be Sept. 21 and 22 at Historic Charlton Park. Due to bridge repair, visitors should enter the park from the north side of the Thornapple River. A unique cultural experi­ ence awaits guests of the 15th annual Walk in the Spirit Pow Wow at Historic Charlton Park near Hastings Sept. 21 and 22. Visitors will be encour­ aged to participate in Native American traditions and cer­ emonial customs, such as the sacred fire, sunrise cere­ monies and talking circles. The pow wow also will fea­ ture native dancing, singing and drumming in the arena on premises. An emcee will moderate the event, and participants will be available for photos and discussion. The historic village will be staffed with interpreters from noon to 4 p.m. daily and the Irving D. Charlton Memorial museum exhibits will be fea­ tured. “Jn the early 1800s, the grounds at Charlton Park were originally home to Anishnabe and Potawatomi tribes,” said Claire Johnston, curator and exhibits coordi­ nator. “In 1972, the land was designated as a historic site, honoring the original settlers of the land, the Native American peoples.” The event begins at 10 a.m. daily. Grand entries are scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday and noon Sunday. Flags will be retired at sundown Saturday, followed by open dancing until dark. Sunday, following the dances, gifts will be present­ ed to participants. Spectators may bring their own lawn chairs or blankets for seating. Food vendors will be sell­ ing fry bread and other authentic cuisine and native artisans will offer guests the opportunity to purchase handcrafted items. Daily admission is $5 for anyone age 13 and up, $3 for children 5 to 12. Children 4 and under will be admitted for free. Due to road con­ struction, event organizers encourage guests to access the park via southbound Charlton Park Road. For more information, visit www.charltonpark.org or call 269-945-3775. Old Man Winter will be welcome at the Barry County Jail again now that Barry County Commissioners approved a bid at their meet­ ing on Tuesday for a new boiler. The winning bid went to C.L. Mahoney Co., though one commissioner voiced some concern about what county funds will be accessed to pay for the proj­ ect that is not to exceed $35,136. “We should use funds from the Diverted Felons Fund instead of the Building Rehabilitation Fund,” stated Commissioner Jim Dull, “because the new jail to be built will need to use these funds.” The total bid for the boiler replacement includes $5,000 earmarked for contingency against old and outdated pipes and valves. The antici­ pated time of completion is expected within six weeks. The board also approved the awarding of bid to Quality Roofing for the replacement of the flat roof and roof drains and any bad insulation at the Friend ofthe Court Building at a cost of $16,000. Phyllis Fuller, Barry County Central Dispatch director, reported that the center was looking into adding on to the current building. “We have contracted with Landmark Architectural services to review the process involved, which is moving along nicely,” Fuller reported. Fuller then presented an update to the board regarding an amendment proposed to bring the E911 center in alignment with state statues g that require the service com­ mittee to hold 51 percent of the board positions for mem­ bers of the law enforcement community. A letter has been sent to each of the 21 munic­ ipalities for the amendment of composition of the techni­ cal advisory committee, which is comprised of users such as firefighters, police officers and ambulance. “Our recent lean audit found that the board is not composed of what it is sup­ posed to be,” said Fuller. “It is supposed to be 51 percent law enforcement members but it isn’t, so the board is proposing adding two addi­ tional members from the law enforcement community, specifically users such as deputies, road officers, etc. but not administrator roles. “The letter has gone out to the municipalities and we’ve given them two months to work through their board process and to reach under­ standing. Hopefully, the township will mention it in their meetings, then if people had questions they could call us for the application process.” According to Fuller, “the township must send back, to the E911 center, a ballot with a two-thirds yes vote in favor of the proposed amendment, at which time, the county commissioners then get involved, and then there must be a public hearing and proposal of a resolution.” Fuller said she will come back then to speak, on the agenda, and bring an update with the ballot results. During public comment, Elden Shellenbarger request­ ed the attention of county commissioners to the fact that the animal shelter used to give receipts when feral cats are surrendered to the shelter. Now their policy no longer allows this. Shellenbarger requested information through the IP P IV M DPA Freedom of Information Act to give him the information, “and they have five days to comply,” said Shellenbarger. “But, before it gets to that point, I ask that the board please look into it, because you sign a paper surrender­ ing the animal. I am asking board to look into and take care of the problem.” The board will meet Tuesday, Sept. 17, for a committee-of-the-whole session in its meeting chambers at the county courthouse, 220 W. State St. in Hastings beginning at 9 a.m. Alzheimer’s support group meeting Thursday The local Alzheimer’s dis­ ease support group will meet Thursday, Sept. 19, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Barry County Commission on Aging, 320 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings. The local group meets the third Thursday of each month. Respite care is avail­ able, call 269-948-4856. For more information, visit www.alz.org/mglc or call 800-272-3900. HASTINGS 4 1 • Lynn Denton 139 W. State Street Hastings 269-945-4520 ldenton@fbinsmi.com theLynnDentonAgency.com GQTI.com an d o n F a c e b o ok) st. - -- - -- - - - - - - BARGAIN twilight 4:00*6:00 PM DAILY excludes Digllal 30 TIRES AND TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE FALL MOVIES Saturday & Sunday 9 & 10 AM RAMONA &BEEZUS (G) I | OCDTHE FAMILY (R) SAT-SUN 12:10, 2:30, 4:40, 7:10, 9:30 MON-TH 4:40, 7:10, 9:30 o@ INSIDIOUS: CHAPTER 2 (PG-13) SAT-SUN 11:20,2:00, 4:30, 7:20, 9:50 MON-TH 4:30, 7:20, 9:50 O RIDDICK (R) SAT-SUN 11:00,1:40, 4:20, 7:00, 9:40 MON-TH 4:20, 7:00, 9:40 PLANES (PG) SAT-SUN 11:10,1:50,4:10 MON-TH 4:10 WE’RE THE MILLERS (R) DAILY 6:50, 9:20 Becky is currently paralyzed and unable to walk. She A is a good candidate for stem cell and has a chance to J walk again. Ice cream is homemade by the Amish, Coblentz family. 1 SAT., SEPT. 21ST- 5-9P.M. SOCIAL I/-•DFL MNIM Ffl llIlTll J j for Jacky heeler NASHVILLE VFW POST 8260 304 S. STATE ST. Cost is $7 for adults and $4 for children under 12. Homemade desserts will be made-by friends. There will also be a raffle for an Amish made Hickory Rocker, donated by Riverside Oak Furniture. Tickets for the raffle are $5 each or 5 for $20. Drawing will be on September 27th at 8 p.m. There will be a DI and Karaoke. Hair • Nails • Tanning FARM BUREAU . INSURANCE* THEATERS Q No passes (§) Stadium Seating SHOWTIMES 9/14 - 9/19 Cool Looks w 269-205-4900 Downtown Hastings <O *EVanllUn Your local agent Insures your L&fe k ZJUl IA *LI IITTYV Extended Tanning Hours For Your Convenience 20% OFF Conklins to celebrate 5Oth wedding anniversary Philip and Charlotte (Jansen) Conklin were married on September 20, 1963 at First Baptist Church, Charlotte Ml. They have spent their lives together working their farm and cider mill businesses as well as raising their two children, Bruce and Carla. They also have four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Please join us for a time of celebration at Chester Gospel Church, 3744 W/Vermontville Hwy., Charlotte on Sunday, September 22 from 2 to 4 p.m. AD in-stock products or styling tools @0®RD§va 207 N. Main St., Nashville 517-852-0313 For your convenience, please use back entrance trance �Page 4 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, September 14,2013 Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Arthur Russell VERMONTVILLE, MI Arthur Russell, age 90, of Vermontville passed away Sunday, August 11, 2013 at Eaton County Health and Rehabilitation, in Charlotte. Arthur was bom in Big Rapids, on July 14, 1923, the son ofthe late Bert and Viola (McCrimmon) Russell. When Arthur was young, his family moved quite often, in 1952 along with his broth­ er, he purchased their home in Vermontville and has lived there ever since. Arthur worked as a janitor at Charlotte Chair Company for several years and also at the local restaurants in Vermontville. Arthur enjoyed working with youth at Clear Lake Camp as well as, collecting coins and knickknack items. Spending time with friends and engaged in good conver­ sation was always something Arthur looked forward to. Arthur is also survived by his sister, Lola Boyer; niece, Sharon Wright; and great nephews, James and Shane (Cindy) Wright, Eldon (Joan) Boyer, Steve Cook, and great niece, Theresa (Bruce) Noffke, He was preceded in death by his siblings, Harold, Norman, Ada, and Harriet. Arthur will be interred at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Sept 16 Tuesday, Sept 17 - Hastings; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18 - Roast beef with gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, fresh orange, bread. Tuesday, Sept 17 Tilapia, wild rice, glazed carrots, coleslaw, mixed fruit. Hastings: Music with Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Woodland: Sing-a-long; Blood Pressure; Delton: Kinship Support 10:30 a.m; Mini Massage, TV Strings. Hot dog, potato wedges, three bean salad, apple, bun. Teriyaki chicken, rice, tossed salad, fresh grapes. Hartsough) Wheeler and Steve Wheeler; granddaugh­ ter, Laura Wheeler; and her brother, Wendall (Janet) Day. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Vem; her sister, Elaine Butine and brother, Duane Day. Funeral services will be held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, at 11 a.m. on Monday, September 16, 2013. The family- will receive visitors on Sunday, her community and banking September 15, from 2-5 p.m. customers, Eloise retired in and again on Monday, 1993. Eloise enjoyed being an September 16, one hour prior to the funeral service begin­ active member of the Maple Valley Scholarship Fund ning at 10 a.m. at the Daniels Board for several years and Funeral Home in Nashville. A luncheon will be served also was a past treasurer of immediately following the the Nashville Chamber of Commerce. Eloise enjoyed funeral service at the meeting friends at the Nashville United Methodist Church. Pennock Fitness Center and Interment will take place going out to lunch after they privately at Lakeview exercised. Powerboat racing was a Cemetery in Nashville. In lieu of flowers, memori­ family hobby in which Eloise was always support­ al contributions can be made the Maple Valley ive. Through the years she to had been there to support not Scholarship Fund. Funeral arrangements have only her husband, but her two sons, Mark and Steve, been entrusted to the Daniels and now her granddaughter, Funeral Home in Nashville. Laura, in their passion for the Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net sport of powerboat racing. Eloise is survived by her for further details. two sons, Mark (Denise Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Sept 16 Cheddar cheese, potato salad, tropical fruit, club crackers. Tuesday, Sept 17 Italian pasta salad, pea and cheese salad, Mandarin oranges, crackers. Wednesday, Sept 18 Hard boiled eggs, carrot raisin salad, applesauce, gra­ nola bar. Thursday, Sept 19 Chicken Caesar salad, pasta salad, citrus sections, croutons. Friday, Sept 20 Sliced ham with cheddar cheese, broccoli raisin salad, diced pears, bun. Roast beef with gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, orange, cookie. Tuesday, Sept 17 Tilapia, wild rice, diced carrots, broccoli, cinnamon applesauce. Wednesday, Sept 18 Spaghetti and meatballs, noodles with sauce, cauliflower, peas, banana. Thursday, Sept 19 Beans and franks, mixed vegetables, applesauce, gra­ nola bar. Friday, Sept 20 rice, Activities Calendar Monday, Sept. 16 ATTENTION RETIREES Mothers of Preschoolers will begin the new year with its first monthly meeting at the Vermontville Bible Church on Tuesday, Sept. 17 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. This year’s theme is “A Beautiful Mess,” and moth­ ers are invited for a morning of rest, instruction, support and affirmation. MOPS, an international organization, offers a place to make new friends, share experiences, laugh, and express creativity through various activities. It is also where participants draw upon Biblical princi­ ples pertaining to woman­ hood, marriage and parent- - Hastings: Mini Massage; BYOG; TV Strings; Card Making 9 a.m.; Painting with Bob 1 p.m. H,W,N - DRIVING ROUTES 20 ... plus Insert Pay. A/o Phone Calls Please 4 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC Sept 19 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Sespt 19 Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Hastings. Sept 22 Open Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center Sept 22 & 23 Hunter Safety Classes, Sept 22 (9 a.m.-5 p.m.), Sept. 23 (6-9 p.m.), Barry County Conservation District Sept 23 Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episocpal Church (tentative location) Sept 28 State Poultry Clinic, 9 a.m., Anthony Hall, MSU Sept 29 Sept 30 Oct 4&6 Oct 5&6 Oct 12&13 Oct 19&20 Horse Bam Box Stall tear down, 1 p.m., Expo Center 4-H General Leaders Enrollment Meeting, 7 p.m.. Expo Center 4-H Filmmaking Workshop, Kettuneh Center 4-H Family Fun Discover Weekend, Kettunen Center 4-H Visual Arts and Crafts Workshop, Kettunen Center Arts & Eats, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., free self-driving tour of local farms, restaurants and artist stu­ dios • 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 06815650 ing. The group meets the third Tuesday of each month except for December when the meeting date is scheduled for Dec. 11. Childcare is provided by responsible, lov­ ing, adult volunteers from the church. In the event that the Maple* Valley schools are closed on a scheduled meet­ ing day, the MOPS meeting will be canceled for that month. Vermontville Bible Church is located at 250 N. Main St. For more informa­ tion, contact the church at 517-726-0647 or email, office@myvbc.org. Barry County Extension Calendar of Events “Out Family Serving Yours ” EARN A WEEKLY BASE PAY ... Hastings, Michigan Sept. CALENDAR OF EVENTS LOCAL PAPERS NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR The People Paper' Friday, MOPS begins Tuesday EXTRA CASH! LI¥ERING LOCAL PAPERS 77580841 - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Sing-a-Long; Visiting. Sept 16 Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Sept 16 Teriyaki chicken, peas, fruit crisp. rmder 19 Wednesday, Sept 18 Spaghetti and meatballs, noodles with sauce, broccoli, breadstick, banana. Friday, Sept 20 Apply in person at... , 1351 North M-43 Hwy., * Sept Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia; Blood Pressure 11:30 a.m.; Tigers Watch Party 1:05 p.m.; Alzh. Caregiver Support 3:30 p.m. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Thursday, Sept 19 Eloise E. Wheele NASHVILLE, MI - Mrs. Eloise E. Wheeler, age 85, of Nashville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 10, 2013, with her family by her side. Eloise was bom in Nashville on July 7, 1928, the daughter of the late Leo A. and Zana (Beech) Day. She was raised in the Nashville area and attended local schools, graduating from Nashville High School in 1945. She was the widow of Vernon Wheeler. The couple met while attending Nashville High School, and were married in June 1948 at Peace United Methodist Church. They made their home together in Nashville, where they raised their fami­ ly. The couple had been married for 55 years when Vem passed away in 2002. On June 1, 1945 Eloise began employment at Central National Bank of Nashville as a bookkeeper. After serving faithfully in several positions within the bank, Eloise was promoted to branch manager on November 27, 1979. She continued to serve through several bank mergers and sales with the final purchase taking place in 1987 when the bank was purchased by Hastings City Bank. After 48 years of dedicated service to Thursday, Reminiscence. Scott A.. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, September 14, 2013 — Page 5 Farm Family Fiber Fun day is Sept. 21 Stand proud — and say thanks by Pastor Marc S. Livingston *«• %!* k’gJ JSS <<k5 's^JSH^Ii **4M MaS? »J< ^5BWl , ■ £?■« ■« Chester Gospel Church 1 pledge allegiance to theflag ofthe United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty andjusticefor all. Many of you will remember where and what you were doing when you heard the tragic, alarming and unnerving news 12 years ago of what we now know as “9/11.” I was on a fishing trip in Canada. We rarely were able to even get a radio station in the remote area of our camp. But that day, when we turned on the radio to try to get a weather report, instead we got a report that rocked us all. The skies were totally quiet, and our boats were pretty much the same. We shortened our trip by a day because we all wanted to get back to our families. At the border, I had my first experience of seeing armed guards and soldiers. When I arrived at my son’s home in the Upper Peninsula, he informed me he was going to join the military and go fight for the freedom of America. He willingly sacrificed living in comfort life along with a wonderful wife and children to be one of America’s pro­ tectors. Soon after he. was as Fort Benning, Ga. He has since been on two deployments to the Middle East. I am not ashamed to be called an American, and I am not ashamed of my country. I am blessed to be an American citizen. I am also not ashamed of this pledge: I pledge allegiance to the Christian flag and to the Savior for whose Kingdom it stands, one Savior, crucified, risen and coming again, with life and liberty to all who believe. Jesus Christ left all the comforts of Heaven to come to Earth and put his body on a cross as a willing sacrifice for my sin. He became my personal protector when I accept­ ed his salvation gift. There is not a day that goes by when I do not give God my personal thanks for this precious gift of life and freedom. On Sept. 11, 2001, some bad people tried to kill and destroy the American spirit. They did not succeed. The Devil tried to rob humanity ofthe same thing. He will only succeed ifyou let him. John 10:10 reads, “The thiefcomes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. Won’t you let Him into your life?” SttKalCiBffitfc' .E ®tes. JpjiEijife .ramltasJIffi tad Epp! (Mi riAjCtaa,Se|122|9u-i M e Dlia Auto Parts A 517-726-1502 131 S. Main St., Vermonville soata .J l'jKB®fE®^ .fcluldjW (In the old Hardware Building) Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:30; Sat. 8:30-1:30 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES StfU*1* 0*** A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. "Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School...................9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... P.M. Worship............ 11 a.m. ......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service ......... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 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 Alpaca, camel, angora and many other fibers are the focus of Farm Family Fiber Fun day Saturday, Sept. 21, in what is hoped to become an annual event. Co-owners Dave and Nancy Ludwick and Dave and Darla Bates of 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 4 Musketeers Alpaca Farm are sponsoring the event. The farm has more than 60 alpacas in residence. Vendors will be selling their wares and guests will be able to see fiber spun into yam. Humphrey the Camel and Oscar the Llama will be pos­ ing to have pictures taken with families. “This will be a fun event­ ful day shopping and visiting with animals you don’t see every day,” said organizers. Local students make dean’s list at CMU Several area students were named to the dean’s list at Central Michigan University for the fall 2012 semester. To qualify, students must earn a minimum 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Local students on the list included: Nashville — Amanda Erwin. Vermontville From General Maintenance to Performance and Off-Road Parts In-Stock B The alpacas of 4 Musketeers Alpaca Farm in Bellevue are ready to greet guests during Farm, Family, Fiber and Fun Day Saturday, Sept. 21. (Photo by Dave Bates) GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training . PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship.............................. 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 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 ’ 101 N. IONIA RD. VERMONTVILLE $74,900 Country home on 2+ acres and a stream. This home fea­ tures many updates and remodeling. Living room with fireplace, dining room, updat­ ed kitchen and bath. Mud room, deck and 1-car garage. Priced to sell! Mackensye Ancona, Leighla Line. Sunfield — Will Augst. Hastings — Sara Archambeau, Hany Barton, Cody Davis, Rebecca Davis, Kacy Hooten, Jennifer Jenkins, Rebecca Senard, Danielle Sherman, Alyssa Thornton. Mulliken Susan Pearson. Re/Max Real Estate Professionals CARLA HEWLETT |Qw 517-749-7202 (CELL) 517-543-3500, EXT. 17 (OFFICE) NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School........................... 9:45 A.M. Service ;. ................. 11 P.M. Service....... .................. 6 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 GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings W.orship . 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 203 N. State, Nashville 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Eaton County 4-H Alpaca group will sell sandwiches, chips and drinks. The farm is located at 13201 Brady Road in Bellevue. Call 269-763-3625 or 269-420-1533 for more information. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .. .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship.................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517)852-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-726-0526 WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, September 14,2013 Next generation of scientists invited to join new 4-H club More hands-on learning experiences and additional interaction with peers while reinforcing what students are learning in school, is the intent of the new Eaton County 4-H Science Club according to Christine Heaverly, Eaton County 4-H program director. 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Thank goodness tor Goodman: Woolbur author to visit Fuller and Putnam library Children’s author Leslie Helakoski is visiting Fuller Street Elementary and Putnam District Library Monday morning to speak about the book Woolbur. Estate Sale Children’s author Leslie Helakoski is visiting Putnam PUBLIC AUCTION: SaturDistrict Library Monday, day Sept. 21st 10am 3101. 60th Ave. Zeeland, MI. Real Sept. 16 as part of the Estate & Personal Property. Michigan Reads! One State, Unique 3 bedroom home on One Children’s Book pro2.4 acres-large shop/garage gram. The library was chobuilding, beautiful landscap- sen as one of 12 stops in ing, pasture, large home, Michigan. small rustic animal bam. The author will be read­ Windmill, furniture, tool and woodworking equip­ ing from her book, Woolbur. ment, household items, trail­ Helakoski wrote the book in ers, many items, see our honor of the free-spirited website for details. children in her life who have Vander Kolk Auction inspired her to think differ­ (616)437-1047 ently. www.VKauctions.com Helakoski will present at Fuller Street Elementary for Garage Sale kindergarten to second grade PUBLIC AUCTION: Satur­ students at 9 a.m. and at the day Sept. 21st% 10am 3101 library at 11:30 a.m. The 60th Ave. Zeeland, MI. Real library’s event is open to the Estate & Personal Property. public and is geared toward a Unique 3 bedroom" home on preschool audience and 2.4 acres-large shop/garage building, beautiful landscap­ ing, pasture, large home, small rustic animal bam. Windmill, furniture, tool and woodworking equipment, household items, trail­ ers, many items, see our website for details. Vander Kolk Auction Toddler Time, a program (616)437-1047 www.VKauctions.com for children up to five years The story of Woolbur will be read by the author at Fuller Street Elementary and Putnam District Library Monday. homeschool families. The library staff invites the community to attend this free, fun event, complete with storytime songs and activities. Helakoski will be available after both events to sign books and autographs. However, no books will be available for purchase at the events. The Michigan Reads! pro­ gram is sponsored by Target, with additional support from the Library of Michigan Foundation aind HarperCollins Publishers. This author visit is made possible by funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. For more information about the Michigan Reads! program, v i s i t www.michigan.gov/michiganreads. Vermontville Library Toddler Time program announces fall schedule of age and their caregivers, meets in the Vermontville Township Library Friday mornings from 10 to 10:50 a.m. This program is a part of the Eaton Regional Education Service Agency Early On program. Toddler Time is a volunteer/parentto-parent group. Volunteers are unpaid helpers of the local group who give their time to provide leadership for caregivers. The fall schedule for Toddler Time program is: Sept. 13, farms; Sept. 20, apples; Sept. 27, rock paint­ ing; Oct. 4, pumpkins; Oct. 11, harvest, Oct. 18, Halloween. For more information con- GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 269-945-9554 to start getting all the news ofBarry County. tact the library at 517-726­ 1362. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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Once hardened, return the pops to tlie freezer until ready to enjoy. Photo courtesy of Getty Images �Page 8 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, September 14, 2013 Memories of the Past Bridge diving, boxing part of 1928 harvest festival first-hand. Following are a few excerpts from that lengthy 1928 account. “Nashville’s harvest festi­ val and homecoming cele­ bration this year was appar­ Nashville entertained ently a grand success. With record crowds at its 1928 the exception of a light harvest festival and home­ shower Friday evening, the coming, according to a weather conditions were report carried by The almost ideal — perhaps just a little too warm. A large Nashville News Aug. 16. Good weather and fine number of people were in attractions combined to attendance Thursday after­ make the event an enjoyable noon and evening, but the occasion, and streets were attendance Friday, especially thronged with visitors both during the evening was a Thursday and Friday of the record breaker. We honestly two-day celebration. A do not believe Nashville ever scheduled appearance by entertained a larger or more Michigan’s governor was orderly crowd of people, and canceled at the last minute, everybody seemed to have a but the festival was rated a good time. success and added another “The program Thursday chapter to a long-standing morning was opened by a Nashville tradition. band concert by Bush’s band Although no photos of Hastings ... Following the accompanied local stories of band concert at 10 o’clock, that era, the News report the pet parade took place. painted a vivid word picture This proved to be one of our for readers who may have best features. It would take missed seeing the activities too much time and space to describe all the pets that were entered in the contest ... C0BBWEUDRIUIN6 there were dogs galore, large dogs, small dogs, bashful REPAIR and timid dogs and some that • 7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired didn’t care a whoop and • Service On Submersible Pumps seemed to enjoy the fun; • 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair there were highly decorated 30 Years Experience cats, one lamb in fancy trim­ Estimates Available mings, three or four ponies, 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., chickens, birds in cages and Vermontville one duck so slow on its feet Richard Cobb evidently that it rode proudly David Cobb Ml Lie. #1748 in a baby carriage, mud tur- This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Sept. 13, 1983. 6 SHOCKS &STRUTS tles, frogs and gosh-knowswhat. First prize of $3 was given to Nelson Martens with his collie dog hitched to a cart in which Nelson was the sole occupant and team­ ster and was hauled down the street; second prize, $1.50 went to Anna May Ginsburg, with a very small black dog, some one of the Mexican breeds we believe; third money, $1, went to Hugh McNitt and his little pet lamb. Each of the pet- paraders received 50 cents for their trouble. There were 35 in this class alone ... “The crowd then assem­ bled near the big platform to witness the flour-blowing contest, indulged in by an even dozen enthusiastic boys under 12 years of age. A dime was placed in a pie tin, then first covered with bak­ ing synip and then with about an inch deep of some of Otto Lass’ Home Pride flour ... We claim the prize money should have been given to the mothers of the boys who had to take a hand in the grand clean-up after­ ward. The boys sure had the time of their young lives eat­ ing flour and syrup before they could pick the coveted dime up in their teeth. Baldy Tieche won first prize, with young Potter a close second. “Next on the program was the boxing match for boys under 12. The gloves were just a wee bit too large for most of the youngsters, but * Purchase a combination of four (4) qualifying NAPA or Rancho* ride control products and get a Visa' Prepaid Card by mail ■ Prepaid Card value equal to the lowest cost unit, up to NAPA's and Rancho's current published suggested list price BUY4 Cards aro ed by 4-P. Morgan Chase Bank. N.A. pursuant to Caras are epted anywhereVisa Debit is accepted. Certain fees may apply with the use of yo Visa Card, FOR THE PRICE OF GET A _CAR CARE CASH SERVICE For use at participating es on your n www.napas servic MUSSERS SERVICE Tires/Custom Exhaust/ Shocks & struts/Brakes ■ The NAPA'Shocks & Struts "Buy 4 for the Price of 3" Promotion is a mail-in offer. 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These vocal artists received hearty applause ... and were very liberal with their talents.” Other free acts that fol­ lowed included comedy, contortion, tight wire and ring and web performances. “Following the vaudeville performance, the ball game between .Vermontville and the local Independents took place at Riverside Park. This proved to be one of the best features of the celebration, Nashville owning her oppo­ nents by a score of four to three in one of the closest and best games that has been played on the home grounds in several years. It was a genuine pitcher’s battle between Bill Martin of Nashville and a portsider from Battle CARD! SMOCKS Sporting contests during the 1928 Nashville Harvest Festival included high dives off the North Main Street bridge. There were only two takers that year for the 50-foot plunge from the top of the bridge, but several youths competed in diving from the lower railing and in the 200-yard swim. Promotion Valid: September 1 - October 31,2013 Creek, whom the visitors had secured especially for the occasion ... “About 7:30, the balloon ascension and parachute drop took place, the balloonist making a pretty drop from an elevation of about 2,000 feet, making a safe landing near the school house. On account of-the storm Friday evening no ascension was made and was postponed until the following evening. Saturday a rather strong wind delayed the ascension until after 9 o’clock, and it was quite dark before the balloon was filled. However, the ascension was attempted, the balloonist intending to ride the gas bag to earth again rather than disappoint the crowd ... but .since the balloon wasn’t sufficiently inflated, it only left terra firma about 100 feet, soared over the tall treetops and set­ tled down on the ball dia­ mond hear the grand stand, a rather tame affair, yet it held a thrill for the spectators, who were debating among themselves what would be the result of an ascension at such a late hour. “Friday morning opened with a much larger crowd present than on Thursday, and by noon the streets were well filled with visitors. The program opened with a band concert. The crowd then went to the river bridge (on North Main Street) to wit­ ness the diving and swim­ ming events. “Several entered the con­ test for the prettiest dive from the railing of the bridge. The judges called for a third dive by two of the contestants and then were of the unanimous opinion that the two prettiest dives were a tie, and first and second money went to Robert Mason and Gordon Bera,, which amounted to $5 and was split , even; third prize, $1, was given to Everett Couch. Couch. Two. Two. prizes prizes were offered for the clumsiest dive from the railing: Claris Greenfield won first; George Graham Jr., second. In the contest for the prettiest dive from the top of the bridge (a distance of about 50 feet) there were only two aspirants for the money. Otto Kinne won first money, $5 and Earl Kinne second, $2. “In the 200-yard swim­ ming race, Kenneth Wycoff A SIVI66 won first; Robert Mason, second and Ronald Graham, third. “Following the noon hour, the afternoon’s bill opened with a concert followed by the free vaudeville acts. The crowd then gathered at Riverside Park for the .game between Nashville and Hastings ball teams. “Gov. Fred W. Green was to have appeared at 4 o’clock for a short address. Almost at the last moment, word was received from the governor expressing his regrets and saying he would be unable to be present, owing to the urge ofother and unforeseen busi­ ness engagements. Although it was a rather decided disap­ pointment to many of those present, the ruler of Michigan was well repre­ sented in the person of the Hon. Seth Q. Pulver • .of Owosso, state senator from the 15th district. His short talk proved very interesting and was centered almost entirely around- the vital affairs ofthe state. “Following Mr.: Pulver’s talk, boxing matches for boys under 18 were pulled off ... there; were so many aspirants for pugilistic hon­ ors that it was necessary to continue the bouts later in the evening. From all appearances, everybody enjoyed the friendly con­ tests, and we claim the boys were entitled to their money.” The afternoon match was won by two lads from Charlotte and the evening winners were a pair from Continued next page 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66, Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 • www.m66tire.com 616-374-1200 • New & Used Tires • Brakes • Batteries • Oil Changes • Struts • Shocks • Tune-Ups »Mufflers • Diagnostic Services • Engine Repair �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, September 14,2013 — Page 9 LEGAL NOTICE AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT AND ANY INFOR­ MATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE RAN­ SALE - Default having been DALL S. MILLER & ASSOCI­ made in the terms and conditions ATES, P.C. MAY BE A DEBT of a certain mortgage made by COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO John H. Skaggs , a single man, to Mortgage COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY Mortgagors, INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY Electronic Registration Systems, BE USED. FOR THAT PUR­ Inc as nominee for Homecomings Network, Inc., POSE. IF YOU ARE A MILITARY Financial Mortgagee, dated the 29th day of SERVICEMEMBER ON ACTIVE March, 2002 and recorded in the DUTY NOW OR IN THE PRIOR office of the Register of Deeds, NINE MONTHS, PLEASE CON­ for The County of Barry and State TACT OUR OFFICE. Mortgage of Michigan,- on the 5th day of Sale - Default has been made in April, 2002 in Document the conditions of a certain mort­ #1077788 of Barry County gage made by Mark Allen Portner Records, said Mortgage having Hiram Walrath’s musicians, seen here in a 1910 parade on Main Street, were an integral part of early Nashville And Loralee Beth Brew Portner, been assigned to Green Tree Husband And Wife to Wilmington celebrations — in a day when bands traditionally launched each day’s festivities with a concert. In the 1920s, a Finance, a division of AIG Servicing LLC on which mort­ gage there is claimed to be due, Savings Bank, at the date of this notice, the sum popular local band was directed by Dr. W.G. Davis, but for the 1928 festival, the Bush band of Hastings provided Federal Mortgagee, dated May 6, 2004, of Sixty One Thousand Four music. The furniture store in this photo is the present-day Masonic temple before remodeling. (Photo courtesy of and recorded on May 13, 2004, Hundred Fifty Seven & 35/100 Dorothy Hummel Martich) as Document Number: 1127560, ($61,457.35), and no suit or pro­ Barry County Records, said mort­ ceeding at law or in equity having gage was assigned to The Bank been instituted to recover the upon many vital subjects ... few minutes damaged the set of New York Mellon f/k/a The debt secured by said mortgage or and made plain his stand on pieces to such an extent that Bank of New York as successor any part thereof. Now, therefore, Hastings. the question of prohibition ... they were practically of no trustee for JPMorgan Chase by virtue of the power of sale con­ “Preceding the opening of mentioning the fact that account. Bank, N.A., as Trustee for the tained in said mortgage, and pur­ However, we benefit of the Certificateholders suant to statute of the State of the free vaudeville perform­ many changes would be nec­ believe that the large majori­ of Equity One ABS, Inc. Mortgage Michigan in such case made and ance, the throng in front of essary before prohibition ty of our guests took this fact Pass-Through Certificates Series provided, notice is hereby given the stage had the pleasure of would ever be a complete into consideration and that 2004-3 by an Assignment of that bn the 17th day of October, Mortgage which has been sub­ 2013 at 1:00 PM o’clock Local getting acquainted with Mr. success or more nearly so. they were well pleased with mitted to the Barry County Time, said mortgage will be fore­ William A. Comstock of IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE “After the conclusion of the display as it was staged. Register of Deeds, on which closed by a sale at public auction, MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE Detroit, Democratic candi­ the free vaudeville acts, the “As we have already stat­ mortgage there is claimed to be to the highest bidder, at the Barry BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE due at the date hereof the sum of County Courthouse in Hastings, date for the nomination of crowds journeyed to the ball ed, we do not believe that YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT governor of Michigan at the diamond to witness the dis­ Nashville has ever catered to OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. Ninety Thousand Five Hundred Ml (that being the building where Eighty-Nine and 47/100 the Circuit Court for the County of MORTGAGE SALE - Default coming primaries. play of fireworks. Regarding a larger crowd ofpeople than has been made in the conditions ($90,589.47) including interest at Barry is held), of the premises “He espoused the cause of the display, perhaps an were present Friday evening. of a mortgage made by Timothy the rate of 7.50000% per annum. described in said mortgage, dr so Under the power of sale con­ much thereof as may be neces­ Honorable Al Smith, the explanation is due those who We trust everybody had a Vanderlaan and Lindsay tained mortgage and the sary to pay the amount due, as Democratic choice for presi­ were not aware of the fact good time, and the associa­ Vanderlaan, husband and wife, to statute inin said such case made, and aforesaid on said mortgage, with dent of the United States. In that during the late after­ tion invites you one and all Mortgage Electronic Registration provided, notice is hereby given interest thereon at 6.875 per Systems, Inc.,as nominee for that said mortgage will be fore­ annum and all legal costs, his message, he touched noon, a lively shower for a to come again next year.” First Magnus Financial closed by a sale of the mort­ charges, and expenses, including Corporation, an Arizona gaged premises, or some part of the attorney fees allowed by law, Corporation, its successors or assigns, Mortgagee, dated them, at public venue, at the and also any sum or sums which November 30,2006 and recorded place of holding the Circuit Court may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in January 4, 2007 in Instrument in said Barry County, where the the premises. Which said premis­ premises to be sold or some part Number 1174669, Barry County es are described as follows: All Records, Michigan. Said mort­ of them are situated, at 01:00 PM that certain piece or parcel .of gage is now held by Quicken on October 10, 2013 Said prem­ land, including any and all struc­ Loans Inc. by assignment. There ises are situated in the. Township tures, and homes, manufactured 'of Baltimore, Barry Co.unty, is claimed to be due at the date, dr otherwise, located thereon, sit­ hereof the sum of Eighty-Five Michigan, and are described as: uated in the Township of Thousand Four Hundred Thirty A parcel of land in the Southeast Baltimore, County of Barry, State and 35/100 Dollars ($85,430.35) quarter of Section 7, Town 2 of Michigan, arid described as fol­ North, Range 8 West, described including interest at 7.25% per as: Commencing at the East lows, to wit: Beginning at a point annum. quarter post of said Section 7, on the North line of Section 34, Under the power of sale con­ Town 2 North, Range 8 West, dis­ tained in said mortgage and the thence South 18 rods; thence tant South 89 degrees 49 min1 West 9 rods, thence North 18 statute in such case made and rods, thence East 9 rods to place utes 58 seconds East, 462.00 provided, notice is hereby given of beginning. Commonly known feet from the Northwest comer of that said mortgage will be fore­ as: 9 West Brogan If the property said Section 34; thence South 00 closed by a sale of the mortgaged is eventually sold at foreclosure degrees 02 minutes 45 seconds premises, or some part of them, sale, the redemption period will East parallel with the West line of at public vendue at the Barry be 6.00 months from the date of said Section, 540.00 feet; thence County Circuit Courthouse in sate unless the property is aban­ South 89 degrees 49 minutes 58 Hastings, Michigan in Barry doned or used for agricultural seconds East parallel with said County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on purposes. If the property is deter­ North Section line, 324.27 feet to -OCTOBER 10, 2013. mined abandoned, in accordance the West line of the East 535 feet Said premises are located in with MCL 600.3241 and/or of the West 1/2 of the Northwest the Village of Middleville, Barry 600.3241a, the redemption peri­ 1/4 of said Section 34; thence and are od will be 30 days from the date North 00 degrees 11 minutes 13 As I work with my col­ attended by eight experts in • Eaton County Treasurer as: of sale, or 15 days after statutory seconds West, 540.01 feet, along leagues in Lansing to help the financial field who Bob Robinson offers assis- described Lot 3 and 4, Block 20 of Keeler's said West line to said North improve the state’s economy offered guidance, advice and tance regarding property tax Addition, according to the record­ notice, whichever is later. If the Section line; thence North 89 property is presumed to be used ed Plat thereof as recorded in and to advocate for working resources. Listed below are foreclosures, 517-543-4262. for agricultural purposes prior to degrees 49 minutes 58 seconds West, 322.94 feet to the point of • Consumer Protection Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 12, families, I am also working just a few examples of the the date of the foreclosure sale Thornapple Township, Barry pursuant to .MCL 600.3240, the beginning. Subject to an ease­ hard to help those who have many financial and foreclo­ Bureau handles foreclosure County, Michigan. ment for public highway purposes redemption period is 1 year. encountered economic hard­ sure counseling services complaints, 855-411-2372. The redemption period shall be Pursuant to MCL 600.3278, if the over the Northerly 33 feet thereof available to homeowners. You may also contact my 6 months from the date of such property is sold at a foreclosure for Dowling Road, and any other ship, including foreclosures. unless determined aban­ sale, the borrowers) will be held easements or restrictions of Michigan suffers one of • Michigan Foreclosure office for further assistance, sale, doned in accordance with MCLA responsible to the person who record. During the six (6) months the highest unemployment Task Force offers expert 517-373-0853. §600.3241 a, in which case the buys the property at the mort­ immediately following the sale, redemption period shall be 30 gage foreclosure sale or to the the property may be redeemed, rates in the nation. Nearly advice and help, 517-485­ days from the date of such sale. mortgage holder for damaging except that in the event that the one million jobs have been 3588. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The the property during the redemp­ property is determined to be lost during the past decade. • Step Forward Michigan foreclosing mortgagee can tion period; TO ALL PUR­ abandoned pursuant to MCLA PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: Many who are fortunate to offers up to $30,000 to pay rescind the sale. In that event, CHASERS: The foreclosing mort­ 600.3241a, the property may be your damages, if any, are limited gagee can rescind the sale. In redeemed during 30 days imme­ All real estate advertising in this news­ have a job have had their off delinquent taxes or mort­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act solely to the return of the bid that event, your damages are, if diately following the sale. wages cut or, when faced gage payments, 866-946­ and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which amount tendered at sale, plus any, limited solely to the return of Pursuant to MCLA 600.3278, the collectively make it illegal to advertise mortgagors') will be held respon­ with a layoff, have had to 7432. interest. “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ the bid amount tendered at sale, If the property is sold at fore­ plus interest. If you are a tenant sible to the person who buys the • Legal Services of South nation based on race, color, religion, sex, take lesser paying jobs. handicap, familial status, national origin, closure sale, pursuant to MCL in the property, please contact property at the foreclosure sale or When workers lose their Central Michigan provides age or martial status, or an intention, to 600.3278, the borrower will be our office as ypu may have cer­ to the mortgage holder for dam­ make any such preference, limitation or income they cannot pay off free civil legal assistance to held responsible to the person tain rights. Dated: September' 7, aging the property during the discrimination.” Familial status” includes low income persons, 888who buys the property at the 2013 Randall S. Miller & redemption period. If the sale is the debt to own their homes. children under the age of 18 living with mortgage foreclosure sale or to Associates, P.C. 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ON SITE INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD AT MIWORKS 311 W 1ST STREET CHARLOTTE, Ml country team for first at the first Kalamazoo Valley Association Jamboree of the year Tuesday. Schoolcraft topped the Lions 48-53 at the top of the standings in Constantine, led by the day’s individual champion Zach Wehner who just beat out Kalamazoo Christian’s Doug Hollett at the finish line. Both boys had a final time of 17 minutes 31 sec­ onds. Schoolcraft was the first team with three guys in, with Matt Ring third in 18: 13 and Neal Malakowski sixth in 18:51. Maple Valley’s leader was Kyle Brumm, who was seventh in 19:02. The Lion team also had Austin Rood ninth in 19:24, Andrew Brighton tenth in 19:27, Micah Bromley 14th in 19: 48 and Brandon Wilson 18th in 20:25. 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You get your negatives neg back with your prints. Everyday Low Price SHOP LOCAL 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269.945.9105 OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:00 - 5:30 | was third in the boys’ team were among the top 15 finWith Lucy standings, just behind the ishers. (21:22), Lions with 56 points, fol­ Ankenbauer lowed by Constantine 91, Kristen Schnelker (22:26), Robin DeClercq Olivet 141, Hackett and Catholic Central 143 and (22:58) placing fourth, fifth and sixth respectively. Delton Kellogg 161. Pennfield, Parchment and Pennfield’s Audrianna Galesburg-Augusta didn’t Bomamann was the indi­ have enough runners to vidual champion on the girls’ side, the only girl to record team scores. Freshman Andrew finish in under 21 minutes. Jackson led the Delton Kellogg team, placing 30th SOCCER, in 21:11. The Panthers also had Dylan Kelley 33rd in The Panthers kept 21: 22, Jacob Morgan 45th in 22:23, Joey Zito 47th in Venton busy in net, forcing 22: 37 and Brock Mueller him to make 13 saves. The Lions suffered a 4-2 52nd in 22:56. loss at Galesburg-Augusta It was a better day for the allowing the Delton Kellogg girls, who Monday, finished fourth overall. Rams to score three goals Hackett Catholic Central quickly in the ball game. It was 4-1 at the half, dominated the girls’ race, finishing with 33 points. with Eddy scoring the lone Schoolcraft was second with 114, followed by Olivet 117, Delton Kellogg 125, Pennfield 1'37, Kalamazoo Christian 170, Maple Valley 171, Constantine 177, The Lions put forth a Galesburg-Augusta 178 good fight at Constantine and Parchment 240. Wednesday. Delton Kellogg’s leader Maple Valley’s varsity was Sammi Cleary, who volleyball team fell to 0-2 was ninth overall in 23:22. in the Kalamazoo Valley Marcie Stevens was the Association, but won its second Delton girl in, plac­ first set ofthe league season ing 24th in 25:17. The in a tight four-set match Panther team also had with the host Falcons. Sarah Rendon 31st in Constantine won by the 25:40, Nicole Thompson scores of 25-19, 25-27, 27­ 34th in 25:58 and Megan 19, 25-20. Grimes 37th in 26:27. Olivia Ricketts did a little Hackett Catholic bit of everything for the Central’s top seven runners Lions, knocking seven kills She won in 19:53, with Kalamazoo Christian’s Kate McLain second in 21:02. Maple Valley had Breanna Heinze 29th over­ all in 25:36, Emily Mattocks 30th in 25:39, McKayla Lamance 36th in 26:10, Emma McGlocklin 38th in 26:31 and Ivy Braden 57th in 29:18. continued from page 1— goal for Maple Valley. Darius Abbott scored the only goal of the second half for the Lions, but Roush said his boys were able to create many more scoring opportunities in the second half. Venton finished the game with 11 saves. Maple Valley spikers push Constantine to four sets and leading her team with six digs. She also had a team-high two blocks. Hadley Joppie led the Lions in kills with nine, and also had a team-high two aces. Marissa Pierce chipped in three kills. Kandys Larsen had 17 assists for the Lions. Maple Valley heads to Leslie Monday, then will play its home opener Wednesday against Galesburg-Augusta. Hull’s six TDs help Falcons pull away from Maple Valley The Lions scored nearly as many points at Constantine as they did at Delton. The four touchdowns weren’t enough this week though as Maple Valley’s varsity football team fell to 1-2 in the Kalamazoo with a 56-28 loss to the Falcons The Falcons added Hull’s sixth rushing TD in the fourth quarter, and a 47yard touchdown run by quarterback Matt Hasbrouck. Lion quarterback Beau Johnson had his best passing game of the year, completing lj-of-21 attempts for Friday. 318 yards and four touchMaple Valley trailed just downs. 14-8 at the half, then the two Anthony Mahler and teams exploded for 62 com- Austin Gonser each hauled bined points in the second in a pair of touchdowns for half. The teams totaled the Lions. Mahler scored on 1,043 yards of offense each of his receptions; covbetween them. ering a total of 148 yards. The Lions had no answer Gonser had six grabs for for Constantine running 127 yards. back Justin Hull, Hull, who who Johnson connected with rushed 14 times for 356 Gonser on an 18-yard touchyards and scored on nearly down pass early in the sechalf of his runs from wher- ond quarter to cut into the ever they came on the field. Falcons’ 14-0 lead. The He scored touchdowns on two-point pass from runs of 80, 69, 81, 15, 45 Johnson to Gonser made it and 36 yards. 14-8 with just over seven The Falcons were on the minutes to go in the half, better end of the yardage and that was the way the total for the night, outgain- score stayed until the second ing the Lions 616 yards to half. 427. They outscored the Hull scored the first Lions 26-14 in the third points of the second half on quarter to take control ofthe his 81-yard touchdown run, game, with Hull scoring his but the Lions quickly third, fourth and fifth touch- answered with Johnson condowns of the game in the necting with Mahler on a period. Andres Montoya 72-yard pass play for a also scored on a 57-yard run touchdown. Again, Johnson for the Falcons in the third.. hooked up with Gonser on the two-point try to make it 20-16. Constantine though was able to score four touchdown in just over four minutes late in the quarter to seal the win. The Lions kept battling, putting together a couple more quick passing strikes. Johnson tossed a 76-yard touchdown pass to Mahler with 52 seconds left in the third quarter, then in the fourth quarter connected with Gonser on a 67-yard play. Dylan Kennedy led the Lions on the ground, with 11 rushes for 41 yards. Ryan Mudge added eight carries for 27' yards, and Gunner Tobias rushed ten times for 35 yards. Falcon quarterback Matt Hasbrouck was 2-of-3 pass- ing for 25 yards, but also rushed 12 times for 94 yards and a score. Montoya had six rushes for 96 yards too. Mudge led the Lion defense with seven tackles, including a sack. Tyler Franks had five tackles and two sacks. Gonser chipped in six tackles. The Lions are home this coming Friday against Kalamazoo Christian. �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, September 14,2013 — Page 11 ,| SM> ss JSistS LARGE S; OF small §?§ SJsS xs s?*» We Ship t All! saj ! a& Next Time, Ship Your " Luggage! v IKWW* “Ij®' We make it simple, convenient UHIfl lijiiwfart Authorized ShipCenter' , t t*'" J sunshine Pack & Ship 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269.945.9105 OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:30 - 5:30 �Page 12 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, September 14,2013 Early businesses in Vermontville This is an excerptfrom Vermontville’s Heritage, a booklet sponsored by the Vermontville Historical Society, written in 1986. There have been’ three areas of business develop­ ment in Vermontville. The first was north ofthe present Methodist Church. The sec­ ond was in the southern part of town after the railroad arrived and the third at the location of the present stores on South Main Street. Records show that the early settlers constructed one large building which housed several stores but that was burned. A portion of the foundation was rebuilt and later used as a feed mill. The first businesses sold goods brought in from Marshall, Battle Creek and Bellevue. Items sold included dry goods, groceries, hardware items, boots and shoes and patent medicines. Later wagon and blacksmith shops and feed mills were founded. Most of the clothing and food were made and pre­ pared by women in the home. The lower floor of the Academy was used for a short time to store goods and supplies brought by Wells Martin and Steven Scovill. The firm of Frink and Hale (Warren S. Hale and William S. Frink) was organized with Homer G. Barber succeeding Hale in 1855 and was fol­ lowed by D. F. Barber and Company. This firm did a prosperous business until 1863 when Barber sold and moved away. On the dissolu­ tion of this firm, Martin con­ tinued business with John Dowling until 1890. The business established in 1853 by Barber, Ambrose and Rockwell continued for some time. The Barber Dry Goods and Department Store located on the comer of the present fire department was the finest in the county for many years. In 1872, Homer G. Barber founded a private bank in the rear of his store which grew into the Barber State Bank. It was later acquired by Michigan National Bank. Employees over the years included William Alsover and his wife, Charles Stiles, Frances Kroger, Morris Wilson and Philip Barber. In the early days a brick­ yard, apple dryer and crate mill were located in the northeast in a brick building on the comer of East Main and Walnut Street. They completed the metal ceiling in the Congregational Church and in many of the early homes. Joe Beck had a cheese factory on East Main. A feed mill north of the Methodist Church was oper­ ated by Fred Benedict and later by Herman Zemke (where many residents obtained cobs to start their kitchen fires). Later still, Frank Beck owned the feed mill and remodeled it into a home which still remains in that family. Another early business, Citizen’s Bank, was organ­ ized with Charles Hallenbeck as manager and Arthur Barningham as cashier in the building now occupied by Stanton’s Real Estate and Auctioneers. The Barber name was very prominent for many years — not only in business circles but also in county, state and national politics. Hinman Barber arrived with a prospecting party in 1836 and purchased 1,200 acres of land from the government — most ofit in Vermontville. In 1838 he. returned to the area from Benson, Vermont with his wife and four children: Edward, Homer, Carlos and Noel. Noel died in 1851 in Marshall. Five more children were bom in Vermontville. Barber put up the first log cabin, helped organize the school and the church and was very active in all the early affairs of the colony. He died in 1866. Daniel F. Barber, brother of Hinman, also came with the pioneers from Benson where he had lived for 39 years and was listed as a merchant. He lived for 59 years in Vermontville and passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. William Benedict, at the age of 97. The eldest son of Hinman Barber, after receiving his education at the Academy, made a name for himself in politics. He became clerk of the state legislature and later of the United States Congress. He gave the roll call when slavery was abol­ ished and was Postmaster General during Grant’s administration. Later he moved to Jackson where he served as editor of the Jackson Patriot for 30 years. He was one of the promoters of the Grand River Valley Railroad which ran from Jackson to Grand Rapids. Homer G. Barber was only seven when his family moved to Vermontville. He attended the Academy and at the age of 17 went to Kalamazoo to work in the post office, he had a touch of gold fever and spent two years in California where it WE HAVE JOBS! 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Apply on-line, then call 616.949.2303 __ for immediate consideration. mploymentGroup Measurably better employees. facebookcom/employmentgroup ™ These businesses from an earlier time in Vermontville are (from left): City Meat Market, tavern, Dr. McGIaulin's office, beauty shop, Dairy Queen (Isabelle Zemke, owner), barbershop, restaurant, Barber Bros. Ford Dealership, grocery store and Lovell Implement (shared building), Citizens Bank, cremery, Post Office. (Photo and information supplied by Jim Zemke) was rumored that he collect­ ed quite a bit ofgold dust. He later went to Jackson where he had an interest in the fur­ niture business. Because of the poor health of some members of his family, he moved to Atlanta, Georgia for two years. He returned to Vermontville, often howev­ er, to keep track of business interests which included the Barber Dry Goods and Department Store and the Barber State Bank where his son-in-law, William Alsover, served as cashier. Edward D. Barber, son of Homer G. Barber, had a hardware store on the same location as the present one with employees, Marseiia Stiles and Pitt Pugh. Later owners were Hance Hammond, Eugene Dickey, Leon Williams, Otis Mills, Dale Briggs and Kenneth Furlong. While in Vermontville, Barber held many offices including vil­ lage president, clerk, Justice of the Peace, school director and trustee in the Congregational Church. In 1870 he was elected to the state senate from the 20th district, Eaton and Barry Counties. He passed away in 1909 after more than 50 years in business. His grand­ sons were Keith, Vance and Philip. The first two had a Ford and Implement Sales business in the building that became Johnny’s Food Mart. Philip worked in banking in Vermontville, in the Eaton County Bank in Charlotte and in the Michigan National Bank. Another name connected with business in Vermontville for many years was George J. Lamb and his sons Charles, Jesse, Louis and Roy. In 1883 Lamb con­ structed a two-story brick building on the west side of South Main in the block beyond the bank. It was first used for constructing horse­ drawn vehicles such as car­ riages, wagons and sleighs. He later used part of it for a grocery store. Lamb and his son Roy, also ran a livery stable for 23 years which they later turned into an automobile service. Charles, the. eldest son, decided to build a variety' store with his brother, Jesse, as manager. The building later became a general store with groceries, dry goods and farm imple­ ments. Jesse later opened a On the west side of Main Street, C. E. Hammond ran a book and shoe store and later that, building housed the Post Office. Mr. Hallenbeck was the town undertaker. The Citizen’s Telephone Co. used the upstairs of 144 S. In the spring of 1874 the Main and had five employ­ Vermontville Enterprise was ees. Earl B. Hammond had a founded by J. C. Worchester jewelry and watch repair in who sold it to G. W. Hoskins what is now Sugar Hut in 1875. Later, K. Kittridge, restaurant. Barbershop own­ of the Eaton Rapids Journal ers through the years have was its publisher. In 1878, F. been Rex Briggs, Clyde M. Potter, purchased it and Hawkins, Harley and Greely renamed it the Vermontville Fox, Charles Warner and Hawk which was a five col­ George Firster. On South umn sheet, independent of Main was a lumber yard politics and published week­ operated first by Frank ly. Holt and Knox later1* * T* * o Mwn. ,* tOh.en Eli Bowman and changed the name to Forest Wilson. That building Vermontville Echo. J. C. is now in a state of collapse Sherman bought out Knox and no longer in use. Pump and the firm Holt and and windmill men were E. J. Sherman. Holt sold to J. C. Tyler, Ike Norton and John Sherman who in turn sold to Gaut. Eugene Olin and a Mr. Henry Curtis in 1903. Later Boardman delivered ice in owners were Leroy Snell and the summer from a building O. E. McLaughlin. It later in the west alley. Milt combined with the Nashville Norton had a photography News with John Boughton as gallery and a -racket store on editor. After the consolida­ the west end of the stores on tion of the Vermontville and South Main. Carpenters were Nashville schools, the paper Henry and Moses Cross and became the Maple Valley Will Lackey as well as Leon News and is published in Clapper, Fred Boyd, Ben Hastings by J-Ad Graphics. Kline and Walter Boyles. There have been many Painters were Dan Snoke and other names connected with Fred Hopper who also hung business in Vermontville at wall paper. different time periods. When All of these people and the present bank building enterprises were needed blit was , erected, Mull and as automobiles and good Eckhart had a meat market in roads entered the picture, the north part, followed by people were no longer con­ Lbzo and Sons. John fined to small areas and went Barningham also had a meat to the larger cities to shop. market. Charles Hall had a In 1986, with a population pool-room and bowling alley between 800 and 850 people, and a skating rink on the Vermontville is proud to west side of North Main. At have the following establish­ one time, there were three ments and services: drug stores: Hull’s, Willett’s Carpenter’s Den, Citizen’s and Loveland Bros. William Elevator, Johnny’s Food Imes had a dry goods store Mart, Ken’s Standard and his wife a millinery Service, Lee’s TV Repair, shop. Produce and imple­ Maple Leaf Inn, Maplewood ments were sold by A. K. Elementary School, Maple Walker, Serol Powers, Valley Jr./Sr. High School, Ernest Granger and Carl Michigan Magnetics, Gehman. George Seitz had a Michigan National Bank, shoe repair and William Mildred Allen Memorial Kemp had a bakery followed Library, Nancy’s Beauty by Elias Cole. The village Shop, O’Dell’s Garage & also had an ice cream store Towing Service, Pat’s Sugar and a harness shop. Arby Hut Cafe, Richard’s Studio, Lovell and his son, Gordon, Stanton’s Real Estate & had the Lovell Implement Auctioneers, Trowridge Co. in the location of Auto Service, Trumble Johnny’s Food Mart. Charles Insurance Agency, U. S. Post Dane, assisted by Bill Office, Vermontville Northrup and Vem Reed, Hardware, Vermontville had a grocery store where Volunteer Fire Department Carey’s Variety Store is now and Village Hair Port. located. barber shop. The building on the west side became a hard­ ware store managed by Louis. Charles Lamb was very civic minded and was on the school board for many years. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-09-21.pdf 0a5fddf208730504f14d7ea8d5fe6be8 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY n e ws A local paper oftoday! Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 38, September 21, 2013 'L,tW, Day of Caring brings aid to Nashville The Teen Chapel at Lakeview Cemetery receives a fresh coat of paint as representatives from Walker, Fluke and Sheldon, (from left) Kritie Walton, Deb Sprague, Robin Miller and Theresa Steffes participate in the National Day of Caring. The gazebo in Central Park, Nashville receives a new roof thanks to the efforts of Walker, Fluke and Sheldon volunteers during National Day of Caring Thursday, Sept. 12. Department of Public Works employee Josh Pierce put the finishing touches on the project. Kathy Sheldon (on ladder, from left) volunteers with Kelly Shaver, Marcia Shanafelt and Joyce Callihan to put a fresh coat of paint on the Teen Chapel in Lakeview Cemetery for National' Day of Caring. Green moss and debris coat many of the markers in Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Volunteers spent Saturday, Sept. 14 scrubing the stones. This marker in Lakeview Cemetery has been scoured and scrubbed by volunteers. Kelly Shaver, Karen Snyder, Todd Becktel, Gloria Goodner and Sandy Lundquist met Saturday, Sept. 14 to clean headstones. iitfiA'W Clerk resigns in Vermontville Marisa Derusha is offered the eosition tation with Mark Nettleton, by Shari Carney village lawyer, she learned Staff Writer Vermontville Village applications are valid if sub­ President Ruth Wineman mitted within the past 180 announced the resignation of days. Council members unani­ Clerk Kathy Laseur to her fellow council members at mously agreed to have the regular meeting Wineman offer the newly vacated clerk position to Thursday, Sept 12. Laseur, who had been in Marisa Derusha. Derusha the position since January, was a recent candidate for left as a result of an ongoing the treasurer’s position and review process which culmi­ met the criteria for clerk as nated earlier Thursday with well. Wineman said Derusha the resignation. Wineman had the highest scores ever said she and Laurie Tamez, recorded on the placement certified public accountant/ tests. In a follow up conversa­ trainer, met with Laseur ear­ tion with the Maple Valley lier in the day. “She understood there News Wineman said Derusha State Rep. Theresa Abed (D-Grand Ledge) stands were issues,” said Wineman, was offered the position, with Potterville Fire Chief Tim James, left, and who added Laseur had been accepted, and began training Vermontville Township Fire Chief Monte O'Dell in the offered the opportunity to with Tamez on Tuesday, Capitol Rotunda Wednesday, Sept. 11 for a ceremony meet with the council in Sept. 17. to commemorate the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. Each closed session but opted to In other business the coun­ cil approved: state representative invited two first responders from resign instead. • The resignation of Wineman said in a consultheir district to attend the tribute. Monte O'Dell invited to the state capital Laseur. • The addition of Adding Treasurer Kathy Joppie as an authorized signer on the vil­ lage bank accounts. • The purchase by the Department of Public Works of a plow for the new pick­ up truck. • The removal of Laseur’s name from village bank accounts. • The recommendation by insurance agent Jason Orton to switch carriers from Trident to U. S, Specialty for a U.S. Township PAR plan for $10,252. Joppie reported $150,408 has been collected in tax dol­ lars so far. The village expects to receive $194,744. In This Issue • Choral society going country for follies in Nashville • Local man enters sculpture in ArtPrize • Maple Valley boys win KVA’s second jamboree • Valley spikers finding ways to measure success �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 21,2013 Choral society going country for follies in Nashville Ronnie O’Toole (left), stage manager for the Lakewood Area Choral Society Follies, and Mary Ellen Quigley are decked out in country gear for the show. With auditions recently held, the Lakewood Area Choral Society is putting on the finishing touches to pres­ ent its ninth annual follies show Saturday, Sept. 28, at Grace Community Church, 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville. Because of sell­ out crowds for several years, two performances are planned, a matinee at 3:30 and an evening performance at 7 p.m. “LACS Goes Country” will feature a variety of country music, songs and dance by soloists, ensembles and the entire choir. Organizers say the show will include surprises and treats for people of all ages. A major highlight of the evening will be performanc­ es by Chuck Whiting and His Rowdy Friends, a threepiece band from Kalamazoo and Hastings. Andrew Whiting on bass, Chuck Whiting on acoustic guitar and Nick Lancaster on guitar have crafted a sound they affectionately refer to as Hillbilly Blues and Midwestern Swing. 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Other ensemble numbers include a quartet oftwo married couples, Deb and Gary Robbe and Joyce and Larry Wait, singing an “I’ll Fly Away” medley. A male quartet of John Cleveland, Brian Grawburg, Larry Wait and Larry Ott, will sing “Peace in the Valley for Me.” The Sassy Chicks, Karin Johnson, Tami Pelham, Lisa Sterkenburg, Cindy Thelen, Jill VanZyl and Jean Weygandt will sing “Man! I Feel Like a Woman.” And an octet, The Sky Riders, consisting ofJan Tossava, Cindy Olson, Mary Kuhlman, Joyce and Larry Wait, John Myers, Jack Vos and Gary Robbe will perform a unique rendition of “Ghost Riders in the Sky.” As a special feature, the Marty Snoap Extravaganza will be singing and dancing “The Watermelon Crawl” with soloists Gary Robbe, Fran Courser and Greg Haskin. LACS performances, under the direction of Robert C. Oster, will include “Hey, Good Lookin, “Singing Through the Hard Times,” “Will the the Circle Circle Be Unbroken,” and “Happy Trails to You.” The tenors and basses of LACS will perform “Rocky Top,” and the sopranos and altos will perform “Stand by Your Man,” conducted by Ginny Kruisenga. Many other great songs as well as lots of humor ensure a great time for all attendees, said Oster. For more information or to purchase tickets call Joanie Oster, 269-967-7246, or Lisa Sterkenburg, 269-838-9873. Tickets are also available at Hodges Jewelry and Gifts in Hastings. Remaining unsold tickets will be available at the door on a first-come, first-served basis the show day. The doors open at 3 for the mati­ nee performance and 6:30 p.m. for the evening per­ formance. YMCA offers MV Learn & Play Maple Valley kids in second through sixth grades may join the Barry County YMCA ‘s program MV Learn & Play After School. The program is held Mondays and Thursdays after school until 5:30 p.m. i the Kellogg Community in Center, 324 Queen Street. Students may opt for one or both days. Upoft arrival each session, students are given a snack followed by 30 minutes of supervised large motor skill activity and then a one-hour homework session. This ses­ sion is under the guidance of Dave Hustwick, a retired Maple Valley teacher. The last 30 minutes is spent play­ ing floor hockey. For more information on the program, its fee scale and financial aid options, go to the website www.ymca.org, highlight “Youth Programs” on the side menu and select “MV Learn & Play After School.” Paper registrations are available at Putnam District Library or the YMCA office on Camp Algonquin. The program began Sept. 5 and ends May 29. Vermontville Township Library participates in 2013-14 Great Michigan Read Program A statewide selection committee has chosen, Annie's Ghosts: A Journey into a Family Secret, a 2010 Michigan Notable Book, by Washington Post associate editor and Detroit native Steve Luxenberg for the 2013-14 Great Michigan Read. The biennial reading pro­ gram of the Michigan Humanities Council partners with schools, libraries, muse­ ums, religious groups and other organizations for a statewide reading discussion. This reading. initiative aims to connect residents by exploring Michigan’s histo­ ry, present and future in a single literary title. The pro­ gram targets young adults to senior citizens with the broad goal of making literature accessible and appealing while also encouraging resi­ dents to learn about our state and individual identities. Patrons are invited to join the Michigan Humanities Council and the Vermontville Township Library in reading Annie's Ghosts. The book is part memoir, part detective story, and part history. The author tries to understand his mom's reasons for hiding her sister's existence, the author takes readers on a journey into his mother's world of the 1930s and '40s, where he explores how a poor, immigrant fami­ ly manages life with a child who has special needs. It is also a story about family secrets, personal journeys, genealogy, mental disability and illness, poverty, and immigration. It is a story of re-framing one's self-under­ standing once a family secret is revealed, providing insight into how our identities are shaped by learning some­ thing shockingly new about our family history. Copies of the book and a reader’s guide are available at the Vermontville Township Library, free of charge. A group discussion will be Tuesday, Jan. 27. The Great Michigan Read is presented by the Michigan Humanities Council with support from Meijer and the National Endowment for the Humanities. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 21, 2013 — Page 3 Engagements From the Pulpit SERVING OUR COUNTRY Richard W. Furlong Draw strength from God by Pastor Daniel E. Smith Vermontville Bible Church. About 10 years ago, a good friend was diagnosed with a potentially lethal form of melanoma on his arm that had spread to his lymph nodes, and possibly beyond. As a father of four young children, he had more questions than answers. What is the best treatment for this aggressive form of cancer? Can I continue to work while undergoing chemo and radiation? Will I even be alive in five years? Life certainly, has its challenges, for all of us, at times. As a pastor, I share in so many joys people experience, enjoying God’s presence in heartfelt worship, presiding in the joining of a couple in marriage, holding a newborn baby. But pastors also share in people’s heartaches, the loss of a loved one, debilitating illnesses, struggling mar­ riages, wayward children. I have learned that what sus­ tains so many people through the struggles of life is hav­ ing a deeper relationship with the Living God. Jesus invited us to have that. He said in Matthew 11:28, “Come to me all who are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” That relationship with God begins by knowing Jesus as your savior. God loved the world so much, he loved you so much, that he sent his son, Jesus, to die on a cross, to pay the penalty for our sin, that whoev­ er believes on him should not perish, but have everlasting life. A decision, to believe. Ask him to forgive you, and he will. Suddenly an incredible opportunity opens up to get to know God by reading his love letter to us, the Bible, and pouring our hearts out to him in prayer. To grow to understand how awesome he is. I love Jeremiah 32:27, “Behold, I am the Lord, the God of all flesh. Is there anything too difficult for me?” Yes, sometimes bad things happen to good people. We live in a fallen world. But it is awesome to draw strength from a God who has said that he loves me, who is able to do anything, who has a plan for my life. And as for my friend with melanoma 10 years ago, it is so much fun to spend time with him. He has been cancer-free for years. Thanks to a great and awesome God who knows all about us and who cares. Root-Leonard Boltz-Thurlby Miss Emily Boltz and Mr. Brad Thurlby would like to announce their upcoming marriage. Emily is the granddaughter of Nancy Rockford of Nashville, Michigan and Brad is the son of Walt and Millie Thurlby of Charlotte, Michigan. The bride-elect is a 2009 graduate ofMaple Valley and is employed with Pennock Hospital. The groom-elect is a 2007 graduate ofMaple Valley and is employed with Canada Dry Bottling company' in Lansing. Bryce Thurlby will give his mother away on the after­ noon ofNovember 2, 2013. The family will reside in Mulliken, Michigan. Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Root of Vermontville, MI, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kyndra Root to Britt Leonard, son of Jim and Jeanne Leonard ofNashville, ML The future bride received a bachelor of health professions degree from Grand Valley State University and a bachelor of nursing degree from Ferris State University. She is employed at Pennock Hospitall in the Family Birthday Center. The future groom received an associate of applied science degree in computer aided drafting from Kellogg Community College. He is employed at Spartan Stores as a CAD Specialist. The wedding will take place October 12, 2013. CALENDAR OF EVENTS ment.” The four-acre site played Navy Petty Officer 3rd host to practically every Class Richard W. Furlong, medical casualty situation son of Suellen I. Bird of that could be encountered by Middleville and Richard G. operational facilities in realFurlong of Woodland, world situations. recently participated in the “Collaboration of the ele­ system evaluation of a chem­ ments to make this a success­ ically hardened expedi­ ful collective-protection sys­ tionary medical facility at tem evaluation was a tremen­ Naval Weapons Station dous undertaking, “ said Cheatham Annex, Capt. Martin D. McCue, Williamsburg, Va. commanding officer, Navy Furlong and other active­ Expeditionary Medical duty and Navy Reservists Support Command, tested the integration of a Cheatham Annex, collective-protection system, Williamsburg, Va. which guards an expedi­ “Expeditionary medical tionary medical facility facilities from prepositioned against chemical, biological storage sites were brought and radiological exposure. here during Operation TRI­ CH EMFs provide medical DENT ARCH, an evolution personnel the capability to in which EMFs are rotated operate without having to be from ashore and afloat loca­ fully outfitted in individual tions to upgrade and retrofit protective gear. as a part of their life cycle During the evaluation, management.” medical personnel were Expeditionary medical enclosed in the facility for 72 facilities are globally posi­ hours. Simulated patient sce­ tioned to support combat narios were conducted to operations worldwide. Selfprovide a realistic feeling to supportive EMFs assure the the event. ability of medical personnel “This evolution was sig­ to provide world-class med­ nificant on a number of lev-, ical care to wounded war­ els,” said William Hartmann, riors in their most vital time U.S. Navy Bureau of of need. Results from the Medicine and Surgery evaluation will be used to Expeditionary Medical support a formal CH EMF Logistics Program manager. fielding decision by the Joint “The Navy is considering all Program Executive Office aspects of collective protec­ for Chemical and Biological tion for field hospitals. This Defense. month, we are evaluating the Furlong, a 1994 graduate system under conditions sim­ of Maple Valley High ilar to what may be expected School, joined the Navy in an operational environ- Reserve in May 2007. Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Downtown X/errnontville 174 S. Main St., Vermontville FULL BREAKFAST MENU Served til 2 _p_.m_. Daily • Skillets • Omlets 517.726.0975 | Mon.-Sat. 8am-2pm re-open for dinner 5pm-9pm a More! Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner Memoriam 50th Birthday BALLOON LAUNCH Sunday Sept. 22, 2013 at Vermontville Wood Lawn Cemetery at 1:00 pm _ Everyone Welcome Home Cookin’ ( Jack S Judy^s \ Country Kettle Cafe Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 113 N. Main, _ Saturday Specials • Roast Pork & Dressing • Prime Rib • BBQ Baby Back Ribs Sunday Specials • Swiss Steak • Ham & Yams • Roast Turkey & Dressing . Nashville 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM All specials include Potato, Vegetable, Soup & Salad Bar Open Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center Sept 22 & 23 Hunter Safety Classes, Sept. 22 (9 a.m.5 p.m.), Sept. 23 (6-9 p.m.), Barry County Conservation District Sept 23 Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episocpal Church (tenta­ tive location) Sept 28 State Poultry Clinic, 9 a.m., Anthony Hall, MSU Sept 30 Horse Bam Box Stall tear down, during enrollment meeting, Expo Center 4-H General Leaders Enrollment Meeting, 7 Sept 30 p.m., Expo Center Livestock Developmental Committee Oct 2 Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Oct 3 4-H Filmmaking Workshop, Kettunen Center Oct 4&6 4-H Family Fun Discover Weekend, Kettunen Oct 5&6 Center Oct 6-12 National 4-H Week Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, Oct 8 6:30 p.m., Expo Center TSC Clover Days Oct 9-20 Non-livestock Developmental Committee Oct 10 Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office Oct 12&13 4-H Visual Arts and Crafts Workshop, Kettunen Center Oct 19&20 Arts & Eats, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., free self-driving tour of local farms, restaurants and artist stu­ dios Call 269-945-9554 for Sept 22 Amish Family Hosting A Benefit Dinner at their home for Becky Wheeler Friday Sept. 27th, 5*8 pm Maple Valley News ads v* v* v v 45 <-Dtatias <-P$ace a w* & The Place to Gofor Professional Styling * MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday — Friday S.E. 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Main Street, Nashville www.66uniqueantiques.weebly.com1111 06822520 « �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 21, 2013 Barry County health rankings to be discussed Beth Anne Dickey NASHVILLE, MI - Beth Anne Dickey, age 58, of Nashville passed away Friday, August 30, 2013 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus, in Grand Rapids. Beth was bom in Benton Harbor, on February 16, 1955, the daughter of Betty (Haney) and Meriyn Tanner. She was raised in Benton Harbor and attended local schools graduating from Benton Harbor High School in 1973. She was the wife of Alan Dickey. The couple met in 1999 and were married a year later in Hastings. Beth and Alan made their home together in the Nashville area. Beth was employed at Flexfab in Hastings, where over the years she has served in several different capacities but most recently was a machine operator. She has been employed at Flexflab for almost 14 years Beth enjoyed spending quiet time at home with her family watching movies and visiting Charlton Park during the summer time events. Beth is survived by her beloved husband, Alan; her father, Meriyn Tanner; step­ daughter, Melissa (Kenny) Burris; two stepsons, Nathan Dickey and Corey (Tara) Marian B. Owen NASHVILLE, MI- Marian B. Owen, age 79, of Nash­ ville, passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2013 at MagnumCare of Hastings, in Hastings. Marian was born in Marshall, on December 17, 1933 the daughter of the late John and Malinda (Houlton) Patton. She attended school in Marshall, graduating from Marshall High School in 1951. She was the wife of Mr. Albert B. Owen. Albert and Marian were married on February 16, 1957 in Nashville, and spent their lives together in the Nashville area where they raised their family. In February the couple celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary. Marian loved taking care of her family and enjoyed spending time with them £8 Sometimes men exist solely to serve themselves, but every once in awhile you meet someone who exists only to serve hisfellow man. We would like to thank Shane and Lori McNeil of the Maple Valley Pharmacy for their generosity in renaming their scholarship and giving it in memory of our son, Jeffrey David Burd. We wanted his academic and athletic legacy to be remembered, and because of Shane and Lori, he will be hon­ ored always. You’ll never know how much your sincerity has touched our hearts. Thanks too for always being just a phone call away for us and our community. We truly believe that is “Heroes” like the both of you who truly make the difference in people’s lives. Always, Tim & Kari Burd and Families Crosland; three brothers, Jeffrey (Joyce) Tanner, Dennis (Linda) Tanner, and Rev. Timothy (Cheryl) Tanner; three step grandchil­ dren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, on Wednesday, September 4, 2013, with Pastor Timothy Tanner offi­ ciating. Funeral services have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.ne t for further details. The Barry County Chamber of Commerce will host a luncheon, “Health Rankings: How does Barry County measure up?” to share details behind county rankings and help local busi­ ness leaders continue to improve employee health and wellness while improv­ ing the bottom line. The luncheon will be Friday, Sept. 20, from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Pennock’s Conference Center. The pro­ gram will be presented by staff from the Barry-Eaton District Health Department. The local health depart­ ment released health rank­ ings for Barry County earlier this year, rating both health outcomes and health factors compared to 82 other coun- ties in Michigan. Both the health outcomes and the health factors rank­ ings will be discussed. While Barry County ranks high in social and economic factors, it ranks low in health behaviors. “The program will feature information you can use to promote small, healthy changes within your busi­ ness, said Shelli Smith, com­ munity health specialist with the health department. “Employees and patrons making healthier choices have less sick days and reduced medical expenses.” The event will feature information from the health rankings, as well as success stories from businesses that made small health-related camping in Evart. This has become an annual tradition that runs three generations deep in the family. Marian was known for her giving spirit;, giving gifts, giving peanut brittle during the holiday season, giving the gift of music, and giving the gift of her time and love. Barry County Potato crunch pollock, She was an instrumental part Commission on Aging macaroni and cheese, mixed of the organization and oper­ Menu and Activities vegetables, coleslaw, banana ation of a local fresh food Friendship Sites Thursday, Sept 26 initiative and was a very Congregate Menu BBQ meatballs, rice, active member in TOPS and Monday, Sept 23 glazed carrots, green beans, the local VFW Auxiliary Meatloafwith gravy, garlic cinnamon applesauce. post 8260 in Nashville. Friday, Sept 27 Marian is survived by her mashed potatoes, stewed Lasagna roll, meat sauce beloved husband Albert; her tomatoes, orange, roll. Tuesday, Sept 24 and mozzarella, cauliflower, two daughters, Deborah Baked chicken leg quarter spinach, fresh grapes. Shaffer and Kelly Stockham; Activities Calendar her three sons, Robert, with gravy, cheesy potatoes, George, and Matthew Owen; asparagus, mixed fruit, roll. Monday, Sept. 23 Hastings: Music with Sam; Wednesday, Sept 25 her two sisters, Betty Bossard and Ham and Swiss cheese, BYOG; Card Making 9 a.m.; Audra Cameran; her 12 grandchil-potato salad, pickled beet Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Red Cross Blood Drive; dren; and her four great slices, banana, bun. Thursday, Sept 26 Kinship Support 6-7:30. grandchildren. She was pre­ Baked potato bar, chili, H,W,N - Reminiscence. ceded in death by nine ofher tossed salad, pineapple Tuesday, Sept 24 siblings. Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 Funeral services were held chunks, crackers. Friday, Sept 27 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; at St. Cyril Catholic Church Lasagna roll, meat sauce Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. on Friday, September 20, 2013, with Father Stephan and mozzarella, tossed salad, Wednesday, Sept 25 Hastings: Music with Sam; Philip officiating. Interment fresh grapes, breadstick. Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre took place following the Home Delivered 12:30-2:30 p.m. Woodland: luncheon at Mt. Calvary Cold Menu Sing-a-long; Legal Aid 10:30. Cemetery in Hastings. Monday, Sept 23 Delton: Remini-scence; Memorial contributions Chicken pasta salad, mari- Birthday Party. can be made to St. Cyril Thursday, Sept 26 Catholic Church in Nash- nated vegetables, diced' ville. pears, crackers. Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 Funeral arrangements have Tuesday, Sept 24 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30; been entrusted to the Daniels Ham, salami & Swiss Beading Class 5 p.m. Delton: baked beans, Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Funeral Home in Nashville. cheese, Please visit our website at Mandarin oranges, wheat Time. Pizza Hut Fundraiser for Kinship. www.danielsfuneralhome.ne bun. Wednesday, Sept 25 t for further details. Friday, Sept 27 Roast beef and cheddar Hastings:: Exercise 9 a.m.; cheese, pickled beets, apple­ sauce, wheat bun. Thursday, Sept 26 Chef salad, macaroni salad, tropical fruit, crackers. Friday, Sept 27 Tuna salad, coleslaw, peaches, bun. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Sept 23 Meatloafwith gravy, garlic mashed potatoes, stewed tomatoes, orange, cookie. Tuesday, Sept 24 Baked chicken thigh with gravy, cheesy potatoes, broc­ coli, roll, fruit punch juice. Wednesday, Sept 25 changes, said Smith. The health department is available to help business owners assess their worksite wellness needs and suggest small-scale changes to improve employee and com­ munity health, she added. This program, hosted by the Barry County Chamber of Commerce and Pennock Health Services, is free to attend. RSVPs are required by emailing carol @mibarry.com or calling the cham­ ber, 269-945-2454: Community leaders, busi­ ness owners, community members as well as those related to the health care field are encouraged to attend. Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Sing-a-Long; Visiting; Mini Massage. Parke Beach to celebrate 90th birthday Come join his family and friends at an open house to celebrate Parke Beach’s 90th birthday. The party will be held on Saturday, September 28 from 2-5 p.m. at Verndale Condo Club House, 806 Grenoble Dr., Lansing. South of St. Joe Hwy., just east of Creyts Rd. Desserts, coffee and punch will be served. Please no gifts, just hugs and cards, if you wish. �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, September 21,2013 — Page 5 Fall musical ‘Shrek’ is seeking more kids The cast of Shrek needs to add to its numbers according to Sarah Shoemaker the director of the fall musical for Maple Valley Schools. “We currently have about 35 students, grades kinder­ garten through 12, and we are hoping for another 15 or so,” says Shoemaker. Rehearsals for older kids (sixth grade and up) are Monday through Thursday after school until 5:45 p.m. Rehearsals for younger kids are Tuesdays from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. More rehearsals will be added closer to show time. Show dates for “Shrek” are Friday and Saturday, Nov. 8, 9, 15 and 16. 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A little later the Quoran has what is almost an ecumenical profession of faith: “We believe in God and that which is revealed to us; in what was revealed to Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, Jacob, and the tribes; to Moses and Jesus and the other prophets by their Lord. We make no distinction among any of them, and Delivery Available • We Rent Tuxes 234 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9224 • 517-852-1691 CINDY HEINSEN, OWNER to God we have surrendered ourselves. We should read the scriptures with an eye for how they unite us rather than divide us from our fellow believers. 517-852-9100 501 N. Main (M-66) • Nashville, Ml -Christopher Simon A Nashville Destination! GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE MJ jdttalW **** WtyW FLOWERS, PLANTS, BALLOONS & GIFTS for Weddings, Sympathy, Birthdays, Anniversaries and Every Day! Ephesians 4:3 HOURS: Open 7 Days 6am to 8pm Elsie E. Wolever Full Service Floral & Vintage Jewelry peace. throtfyh the bondofpeace (517) 852-9700 10:00 ChurchS 11:00...................................... ■ Fellowship 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration.... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School ..................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service........................................ 11 a P.M. Service.......................................... 6 Wed. Service ............................. 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. . . Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School..................11:15 a.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville). Sunday School............... .10 a.m. Aoo.Ml. Service 11:15 dPe.Me. Service 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass........................ 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings .orship 11:15 a.m. . PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER W 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 203 N. State, Nashville 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 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. Worship.................................. 9:45 a.m. SIMPLY THE BEST! QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Church Phone: 517-852-2043 KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH iftVP massage therapy All That Glitters Uahe wm) effort to 113 N. Main Jack & Judy’s COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE CENTER ** ater@gmail.com, or bring the child to the high school Monday through Thursday from 3 to 5:45 p.m.to sign up- RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .. .10:36 a.m. Evening Worship........................ 6 p.m. . Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517) 852-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. - Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-726-0526 WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, September 21, 2013 Local man enters sculpture in ArtPrize by Shari Carney Staff Writer He might currently be residing some distance away, but Nashville native Zachary Branham has found a way to be sure his art work is on dis­ play in Grand Rapids as part of the ArtPrize 2013 compeition which runs through Oct. 6. Branham, a business man­ agement student at Southeastern University in Lakeland, FL, remembers being inspired by sculptures at age 10 or 11 while visiting cities with family. Branham, Zachary Branham is a who has four sisters, is the only son of Glenn and Patti self-taught sculptor from Branham. The inspiration led Nashville who is currently to experimentation and a first a student in Florida. sculpture at age 17. Branham has an entry in “I enjoy creating and this year’s ArtPrize com­ building art that will inspire petition in Grand Rapids. a sense of wonderment, says steel, says Branham. “I have always hardened aspired to become a sculptor Branham, who admits he “Flowers Just for You” is the title of this original sculp­ and I have been designing art doesn’t do any preliminary ture by Zachary Branham. The piece is on display in This sculpture of a bouquet of flowers is a gift for sketching. “ I will sit and since I was very young.” ArtPrize in Grand Rapids at Arnies, 722 NW Leonard Zachary Branham’s girlfriend. The piece led Branham to Self-taught, for the most ponder on a theme — putting a larger design entitled “Flowers Just for Her,” which is part, Branham says most of the shapes together in my Street. To vote for the piece use code number 55419. displayed in this year’s ArtPrize. the entry for ArtPrize. Three ioned by Branham, are of a head first. ” the materials used in his Wire brushes and separate pieces were com- large bullet projecting pieces comes from Padnos in Hastings. Branham also grinders, blow torches, ham­ bined to make the sculpture. through three towers entitled When asked what inspired can find a voice in the con­ credits Maple Valley High mers and paint are just some A kneeling man holds a bou- “Destruction,” a bouquet of him to apply for ArtPrize versation about what is art School’s welding class for of the tools Branham utilizes quet offlowers offering them flowers, and an abstract Branham responds, “I want- and why it matters,” says the to bend and smooth the steel. to a standing woman. teaching him the skill. piece entitled “Beauty for ed to get my art out there. artprize.org website. Other sculptures, fash- Ashes.” “Flowers Just for You” is “I really like working with Spectators are encouraged Maybe I could sell my to vote for favorite pieces. pieces.” Sales of the sculptures are This year’s ArtPrize will dis­ likely with the exposure tribute $560,000 in total cash ArtPrize brings. The compe- prizes — $360,000 of which tition^ which began in 2009, is awarded by public vote, brings thousands of specta­ the remaining $200,000 by tors and art aficiandos to the jurycity. To vote for “Flowers Just “For 19 days, three square for You,” use code 55419. miles of downtown Grand This sculpture is on display Rapids, become an open at Amies, 722 NW Leonard playing field where anyone Street, GrandiRapids. Test drive the future of health care Get behind the controls of our new da Vinci8 surgical system Thursday, September 26, 2013 ■ 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Pennock Conference Center 1009 West Green Street in Hastings Pennock invites you to attend our da Vinci Open House on Thursday, September 26. We encourage everyone to try out this new, sophisticated robotic surgical system. You will observe how physicians are able to perform complex surgical procedures through very small incisions, making surgery less invasive for the patient. There will also be opportunities to speak with the Pennock physicians who are certified in robotic surgery and tour the newly renovated patient areas at Pennock. No reservations are necessary. (KSJEmploymentGroup Measurably better employees. "* Our Customers are Hiring in Battle Creek and Marshall! ■ DENSO has over 100 Immdeiate Openings!: Hiring all shifts, trial-hire. Payrates start at $9-$9.50/hr + .30 for 2nd and 3rd shifts - up to $13.90 at hire-in - Battle Creek • Inspectors, Machine Operators, and Assemblers: $9-10/hr, all shifts, 6+ months exp required - Southern Grand Rapids PEN NIOCK. 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Broadway St, Union City Tuesday, Sept 24,9:00 a un. -11:30 a.m. Albion Ml Works! 101 North Abion St, Albion > Wednesday, Sept 25,1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Delton District Library 330 North Grove, Delton Friday, Sept 27,9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. Branch County Ml Works! 210 Vista Dr, Coldwater You must complete the entire on-line application at www.employment9roup.com before the Job Fair 4651 West Dickman Road •* Battie Creek • 269.660.3500 211 East Michigan Ave. • Marshall ■ 269.789.1024 3230 Broadmoor Ave, SE Ste A • Grand Rapids ■ 616.949.2303 focebook.com/employmentgroup S �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, September 21,2013 — Page 7 The role we play in gathering Dear Readers, One year ago, with some apprehension, I wrote to you with an appeal for assistance in helping address the threats that every print publication faces in today’s changing world. My anxiety came not so much from how readers might respond to our free circulation newspapers proposing a voluntary subscription program, but if readers would respond at all. What would it mean if we heard nothing? That folks don’t read our publications? That the printed word truly is out of fashion? I shouldn’t have spent a minute worrying. Though we know from other free circulation newspapers around the country that the financial benefits of a voluntary subscription program fake some time to build, I was, overwhelmed by the comments I received from readers - along with their financial.support and others who could offer at least words of encouragement Your written and^Jokerr ', thoughts were truly the greatest gift toe at J-Ad Graphics could have received. . '• ' As I write today in launching our second annual request for your assistance, we take some comfort in what looks to be a fragile economic recovery in our state. The costs associated in providing a newspaper for our community still, however? place,us under considerable duress. As the costs of newsprint and'irjk .. continue to flucjualfc, the.pfj^ to deliver our publications to your door has caused us the greatest concern and struggle. We’re also cognisant of the changing demographics not onTy^n Barry County, but across our gr^t country >Ybtinger people are receiving their news electronically and losing toucjj^ith the importance of the,pripted'wordasi-a record of. and an opportunity^ for deeper contemplation of thevital events occurring in their World. The Jacobs family long ago saw the values in community and the role of a newspaper totltaw it together. Today, our , •.' Company remains dS^Cated to thd/missiOn'M providing that link to e'ach other in thOJoduction of bur printed news products. We Will notignonb the wonders of modenyday communication and 'gur response to them, however. Our intention, vyith the continued supportof'bur readers and the commurwis to build a greater electronic presence for dur newspapers? Our goats include improving bur website tozinclude interactivity with our readers through posted cpmments-to the accounts written by our reporters. communities -- have shut down their printing presses, they’ve left a void that’s being filled by’nqv^ organizations from larger, neighboring cities. I know I am not the only Barry County resident who’sbeen disturbed when4 see Barry County featured on a television news program for some salacious or embarrassing piece of news. I do not want my community defined by an outside news outlet that drived into. town only to covfcr.a news event that will be sensational or humorous to their viewers. \ Our publications also report the news;- both theoood and the bad. But, overwhelmingly, we provide a look&tour community that affirms each of ourdecisions to make our homes in Barry County. That’s why we need your hejp-again this year. Look next week for a tear off coupon that cdn^e used to offer the level qf contribution you can manage this year. You are certainly welcome to^pail it to us at PO Box 188, Hastings, Ml 49058 or to drop it off at our office located at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. In the pct. 5 edition of our publication, we will include a return mail envelope for your convenience. We’re also in the'process of setting up an electronic program to receive your gifts on Our website at www.hastingsreminder.com that will appear under the Community Funding link. Notice, we’ve left ample room for your comments.^/: We also are taking steps to assist our advertising customers in using our print editions as a platform which can help direct their customers to their* websites and social media outlets. We’re anxious to again hear your thoughts and ideas. Our primary focus, however, will continue to be our presence as Barry County’s foundational news source. In meetings I’ve attended Mh major advertisers, I’ve learned that print advertising continues to be the most effective means by which th§y reach their customers. You see that every week, especially with the inserts that major companies use in our newspapers. X Maybe that’s why I feel so gratified this year to be requesting your assistance once again. Your support Will help us to continue to cover the news throughout Barry County. We feel a special obligation to our readers, ,though Jn helping to define and to showcase the comnpjiify.in Which they’ve chosen to five. A< newspapers around ttie country - and especially in small So many of our stories salute your friends and neighbors who serve our community. Sincerely, Fred Jacobs Vice President, J-Ad Graphics 1351 N.M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 269-945-9554 �Page 8 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday. September 21.2013 Memories of the Past Looking back at harvest festivals long ago This Memories of the Past 1983. She wrote: “Last pictorial account of harvest week's Memories of the Past festivals by the late Susan told the story of the 1928 Hinckley first appeared in the Nashville Harvest Festival. Maple Valley News Sept. 20, Today’s column features old harvest festival photos that give an even earlier glimpse ofthat celebration — which became a local tradition starting in 1906.) n4 f*J «!?* jiHaif l *4 In the 1911 harvest festival parade, Rothhaar & Son won first prize for the most beautiful entry, and L.E. Pratt’s entry took the prize as most comical. However, the News account of the parade said the entry of Barker the Baker (pictured here) pushed the Pratt float tor honors and had the crowd along Main Street in stitches with the antics of the characters onboard. Some are dressed in feminine attire, but all are men. From left are Otis Gokay, William Mater, Robert Messimer, Leon Partridge, Cleve Stow, Clarence Mater, Marvin Sheldon, Ernest Baker, Frank Purchis, Jesse Terbell and Fred Hire. Most Nashville merchants entered floats in early festival parades. Here, John Ackett stands beside his meat market float. In the driver’s seat are Vern Ackett and his wife. The photo is dated 1909. too I ■fl «jl "4 ' wJ i *4 । itoi I tain xJ I>1 l iiW । hit .J o fithnn :»i®i hlM i ’’h"'lJM** I’hfci I ;to®. tl^lg '^K * 1 Can you identify anyone on this early float? Occupants and location are unknown, but the photo’s owner is certain it is from a Nashville Harvest Festival. The baby­ faced driver looks a bit like a top-hatted leprechaun. There also is a small child seated between the man and woman in the front seat of the buggy. Plane rides for 50 cents and exhibitions of stunt flying and parachute drops thrilled festival-goers of the 1920s and 1930s. Local aviator Claude Greenfield usually was the pilot for these performances in his hometown of Nashville. This photo was prob­ ably taken in 1927, the year Greenfield flew for Davis and Felix Airways of Battle Creek at the Nashville event. Standing near the plane is young George Kellogg, who teased to go aloft and his father, Frank, who finally consented. (Photo loaned by George Kellogg) IM iS a %. i hS I'M St k^$! i i'S S See us for color copies, one-hour digital and 35 mm photo processing, business cards, invitations and all your printing needs. J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits & § § Nashville has always loved a parade. The 1911 harvest festival featured a gala parade each day of the two-day event and it was comprised of no less than 27 col­ orful floats. Spectators line both sides of Main Street in this photo taken from near the Maple Street intersection. (Photo loaned by Fred Ackett) �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 21, 2013 — Page 9 For Rent RAILSIDE MINI STOR­ AGE: 5 sizes plus warehouse space available. Call M-66 Tire (616)374-1200 VERY NICE 2 bedroom mo­ bile home, carport, off Cogswell Road; also 1BD mobile home, (517)930-1187. Business Services BASEMENT WATERPROOFING: PROFESSIONAL BASEMENT SERV­ ICES waterproofing, crack repair, mold remediation. Local/licensed. Free estimates. (517)290-5556. Community Notices Garage Sale DRIVER EDUCATION GARAGE SALE: THUURSSEGMENT I class forming DAY-FRIDAY-SATURnow in Hastings, Bur-DAY, September 26th-27thcham Enterprises.com Regis-28th, 9am-5pm, 9125 Thorter with a friend before the napple Lake Road, Nashfirst day of class and both ville. Shop tools, band saw students receive Segment II and drill press, shotgun re­ for free. No cash value. Call loading equipment,, furni­ for details (517)649-0083 ture and household miscella­ neous, _ Arctic Cat leather TOTS FALL PRESCHOOL jackets, bibs, helmets. ALMOST NEW SALE Octo­ ber 5, 2013 9am-lpm, Cherry Farm Creek Elementary,, 12675 Foreman, Lowell. FREE to J.D. #4 PULL type mower, mo Shop! FREE to sell! Call Lori (4) trailer plows (single -four at TOTS to reserve a space! bottom), several J.D. letter (616)987-2532 series tractors, obo on all, call (616)891-0055 and leave message. LEGAL NOTICE Transportation & maintenance Maple Valley Schools Director of Transportation and Maintenance Pat Powers is the guest writer for this Superintendent's Comer. Even though three weeks of school are now complete, I would like to welcome back students and staff and thank parents and guardians for their help in making the start of the 2013-14 school year a great success. With the educational arena constantly changing, one thing that remains the same for school facility managers across the country is the mission and the goal to provide a safe and clean learning environment for students, staff and community mem­ bers. With limited funding, the district was able to complete various pprojects to help pppromote ppride , ownership p and a safe learning g environment. Old carpet and floor tiles in the hallways at Fuller Elementary were replaced with a lighter floor tile, brightening the hallways. D. M. Burr Group employees painted the hallways at the high school and Fuller Elementary, also giving them a brighter, more cheerful look. Damaged curbs in the front drive at the high school were repaired and patched. D.M Burr staff installed blue steel panels with white trim covering the damaged stucco on the west main entrance of the jr./sr. high school. These are just some examples of improvements made this summer to help students, staff and the community feel welcome. Fire Prevention Week is Oct. 6 through Oct. 12. Local fire departments will visit Fuller Elementary to show students what to do in case of fire. Annual School Bus Safety Week is Oct. 21 to Oct. 25. The theme is “At my Stop-You Stop.” Please remember school buses are like traffic signals when the lights are flashing. The Michigan Association for Pupil Transportation encour­ ages three easy-to-remember safety tips for all drivers that travel near school buses: • When overhead lights are flashing yellow — prepare to stop. • When overhead lights are flashing red — stop. • When hazard lights are flashing, proceed with caution. In Michigan, approximately 17,000 school buses transport 1 million plus children to and from school every day. A one-day study conducted in May that polled 1,392 school bus drivers, it was reported that 1,165 vehicles passed the buses while red lights were flashing. Here is some additional school bus safety information. Students riding a school bus should always: • Arrive at the bus stop five minutes early. • Stand at least five giant steps (10 feet) away from the edge of the road. • Wait until the bus stops, the door opens and the driver says its okay before stepping onto the bus. • Be careful that clothing with drawstrings and book bags with straps or dangling objects do not get caught in the handrails or door when exiting. • Check both-ways for cars before stepping off the bus. Students crossing the road should: • Walk in front of the bus; never behind it. • Walk on the sidewalk or along the side of the road at least 10 giant steps ahead of the bus. • Be sure the bus driver can see the student, and the student can see the bus driver. • Wait for the bus driver’s signal to cross. It is the mission of the Maple Valley transportation depart­ ment to provide safe and efficient transportation to all students to and from school and other school related events. Maple Valley Transportation Department ... We Transport Our Future. IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy Vanderlaan and Lindsay Vanderlaan, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.,as nominee for First rst M Magnus Financial Corporation,, an Arizona Corporation,, its successors or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 30,2006 and recorded January 4, 2007 in Instrument Number 1174669, Barry County Records, Michigan. -Said mortgage is now held by Quicken Loans Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Thirty and 35/100 Dollars ($85,430.35) including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on OCTOBER 10, 2013. Said premises are located in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and and are described as: Lot 3 and 4, Block 20 of Keeler's Addition, according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 12, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, 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. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: September 7, 2013 Orlans Associates, P.C.. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 13-011852 06821519 (09-07)(09-28) GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. LEGAL NOTICE AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT AND ANY INFOR­ MATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by John H. Skaggs , a single man, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc as nominee for Homecomings Financial Network, Inc., Mortgagee, dated the 29th day of March, 2002 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 5th day of April, 2002 in Document #1077788 of Barry County Records, said Mortgage having been assigned to Green Tree Servicing LLC on which mort­ gage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Sixty One Thousand Four Hundred Fifty Seven & 35/100 ($61,457.35), and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage, and pur­ suant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 17th day of October, 2013 at 1:00 PM o’clock Local Time, said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Ml (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be neces­ sary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 6.875 per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premis­ es are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all struc­ tures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, sit­ uated in the Township of Baltimore, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as fol­ lows, to wit: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 8 West, dis­ tant South 89 degrees 49 min­ utes 58 seconds East, 462.00 feet from the Northwest comer of said Section 34; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 45 seconds East parallel with the West line of said Section, 540.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 49 minutes 58 seconds East parallel with said North Section line, 324.27 feet to the West line of the East 535 feet of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of said Section 34; thence North 00 degrees 11 minutes 13 seconds West, 540.01 feet, along said West line to said North Section line; thence North 89 degrees 49 minutes 58 seconds West, 322.94 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to an ease­ ment for public highway purposes over the Northerly 33 feet thereof for Dowling Road, and any other easements or restrictions of record. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days imme­ diately following the sale. Pursuant to MCLA 600.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for dam­ aging the property during the redemption period. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney Dated: 9/14/2013 Green Tree Servicing LLC Mortgagee FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Green Tree Servicing LLC- 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362­ 2600 GTSD FNMA Skaggs (09­ 14)(10-05) 06821982 LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE FORECLOSURE NOTICE RAN­ DALL S. MILLER & ASSOCI­ ATES, P.C. MAY BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. IF YOU ARE A MILITARY SERVICEMEMBER ON ACTIVE DUTY NOW OR IN THE PRIOR NINE MONTHS, PLEASE CON­ TACT OUR OFFICE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mort­ gage made by Mark Allen Portner And Loralee Beth Brew Portner, Husband And Wife to Wilmington Finance, a division of AIG Federal Savings Bank, Mortgagee, dated May 6, 2004, and recorded on May 13, 2004, as Document Number: 1127560, Barry County Records, said mort­ gage was assigned to The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York as successor trustee for JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Trustee for the benefit of the Certificateholders of Equity One ABS, Inc. Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series 2004-3 by an Assignment of Mortgage which has been sub­ mitted to. the Barry County Register of Deeds, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-Nine and 47/100 ($90,589.47) including interest at the rate of 7.50000% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on October 10, 2013 Said prem­ ises are situated in the Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast quarter of Section 7, Town 2 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the East quarter post of said Section 7, thence South 18 rods; thence West 9 rods, thence North 18 rods, thence East 9 rods to place of beginning. Commonly known as: 9 West Brogan If the property is eventually sold at foreclosure sale, the redemption period will be 6.00 months from the date of sale unless the property is aban­ doned or used for agricultural purposes. If the property is deter­ mined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 and/or 600.3241a, the redemption peri­ od will be 30 days from the date of sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. If the property is presumed to be used for agricultural purposes prior to the date of the foreclosure sale pursuant to MCL 600.3240, the redemption period is 1 year. Pursuant to MCL 600.3278, if the property is sold at a foreclosure sale, the borrower(s) will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mort­ gage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemp­ tion period. TO ALL PUR­ CHASERS: The foreclosing mort­ gagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages are, if any, limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have cer­ tain rights. Dated: September 7, 2013 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York as successor trustee for JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Trustee for the benefit of the Certificateholders of Equity One ABS, Inc. Mortgage Pass­ Through Certificates Series 2004-3 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180, Bloomfield Hills, Ml 48302, 248-335-9200 Case No. 130MI00552-1 (09­ 07)(09-28) 06821514 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by RODERICK L. POWERS, AN UNMARRIED MAN and DIANE K. DIRETTE, A MARRIED WOMAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 31, 2005, and recorded on November 16, 2005, in Liber 1156361, on Page 1, and assigned by said mortgagee to FEDERAL NATIONAL MORT­ GAGE ASSOCIATION, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of NinetyThree Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-Seven Dollars and SixtyNine Cents ($93,237.69), includ­ ing interest at 6.125% 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 foreclosed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, At the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 01:00 PM o'clock, oh October 24, 2013 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE SOUTHEAST FRACTIONAL 1 /4 OF SECTION 18, TOWN . 2 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, DESCRIBED AS BEGINNING AT A POINT WHERE THE HIGH­ WAY CROSSES THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 18, SAID INTERSECTION BEING APPROXIMATELY 574 FEET SOUTH OF THE EAST 1/4 POST OF SAID SECTION 18, THENCE NORTHWESTERLY 66 FEET ALONG THE HIGHWAY FOR PLACE OF BEGINNING, THENCE SOUTH TO THE HIGH WATER MARK OF GUERNSEY LAKE, THENCE NORTHWEST­ ERLY ALONG THE SHORE OF THE LAKE 50 FEET. TOGETH­ ER WITH ANY AND ALL ACCRE­ TIONS TO THE PROPERTY ALONG THE LINE PREVIOUSLY DESCRIBED, THENCE NORTH TO THE HIGHWAY, THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG THE HIGHWAY TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless deter­ mined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241 a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. If the above referenced property is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 600 of the MichigarTCompiled Laws, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damag­ ing the property during the redemption period. FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSO­ CIATION Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 LBPS.003311 FNMA (09-21 )(10-12) 06822543 GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Gall 945-9554 for more information. �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, September 21,2013 Academy — Chapel — Museum This excerptfrom Vermontville’s Heritage sponsored by the Vermontville Historical Society was written in 1986. The Academy/Chapel, which is now the Vermontville Museum, remains the property of the First Congregational Church. In a larger sense, however, it belongs to the entire commu­ nity. The construction of the Academy appears to have taken place because Rev. Sylvester Cochrane, spiritual leader of the Union Colony,asked his parishioners to “build a house in which we may instruct our children and worship the Lord.” In 1843, only five years after the First Congregational Church was organized, the members pro­ cured materials and raised funds by subscription to erect on the northwest comer of the village square a twostory building. It was to serve as both an academy and church. The simple 30 by 40 feet frame building has a white clapboard exterior. Its gabled roof and the modified Greek comice reflect its origins in the early national period. With the completion ofthe upper floor in the fall of 1844, the Rev. W. U. Benedict, the second pastor of the church, started teach­ ing the higher branches of English and languages. Not only was the Academy the local institution of- learning until the Union School opened in 1870, it was also a highly respected center of learning in Eaton and sur­ rounding counties until Olivet College became well established. Rev. Benedict organized the ladies ofthe church into a society which for years had the welfare of the Academy/Chapel at heart. Their earliest endeavor was the purchase of the Academy’s windows. Each window consists of 16 panes which make them unusual today. In 1847 the ladies pur­ chased the first bell to be used not only for summoning worshippers to church services and students to classes but also for alerting villagers to important happenings. According to a diary kept of the day, its tolling announced the death of President Lincoln in 1865. The bell was later sold to the Union School District but was returned to the Chapel when the school was tom down. Church services were held in the chapel until the present First Congregational Church was dedicated in November, 1864. In 1900 an outside stairs was added to the Chapel and a storage room on the back. In 1904 the kitchen was enlarged and the upper floor was furnished as a dining room. Within a few years improvements were made to the lower level which became an attractive parlor. MUTO REPAIR • Parts • Repairs • Tires Located Downtown Vermontville / w 130 S. 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Full warranty details available at www.goodmanmfg.com 06821413 Thank goodness for Goodman: The Chapel continued to be used for church family suppers, meetings of the church board and the ladies Christian Association well into the middle ofthe twenti­ eth century. Many non­ church functions such as receptions, junior-senior banquets, Sunshine parties and women’s club meetings have also been Jield in the building. Prior to the con­ struction of the Opera House it was the site of the annual township meetings. In 1966 the newly organ­ ized Vermontville Historical Society received permission from the church board to use the building as a museum. The building was officially opened to the public as a museum during the 1967 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. On June 7, 1970 a brbnze plaque was placed to the south of the building by the Michigan Historical Commission designating it as a Historical Landmark Building. In 1972 it was placed on the National of Historical Registry of Buildings. The 2013 Maple Valley varsity sideline cheer team. Team members are (front) In 1976, in response to a Auzzie Furlong, (second row from left) Cathleen Seaton, Megan Stewart, Jamie joint appeal from the church and the historical society, Ritcher, (third row) Brieyana Hegwood, Katie Blodgett, Michaela Grinage, Brielle financial assistance was Hammond, Dominque Visser, (back) Lyndi Rose, Iva Weiler and Danielle Pesce. obtained from friends and Missing from photot are Danielle VanDyke, head coach Sarah Huissen and assistant descendants of many pioneer coach Amber Hickey. families to begin an exten­ sive restoration project. The original pine floor was replaced with a new one and the foundation was strength­ ened in order that further work might be continued at a later date. During the sum­ mers of 1982 and 1983 work was resumed and the upper floor was leveled and carpet­ 17: 57. Christian’s Doug 49th in 27:12.5 and Emma Schoolcraft had three guys ed. The walls were panelled faster than any Lion for the Hollett was second in McGlocklin 55th in 28:08.9. and a new fire escape was second Hackett’s fastest runner 18: 40.9, with Schoolcraft’s time in two added. was Lucy Ankenbauer, who Kalamazoo Valley Matt Righ third in 18:46.5. Everyone who took part in Association jamborees, but Behind Wehner for the was fourth in 22:22.59. The the building’s restoration this time the Lion pack was Eagles, Matt Ring was third Irish also had Sydney should be proud that this his­ fast enough. sixth in in 18:46.5, Neal Malakowski Breitenbach toric landmark still stands as Maple Valley’s varsity fifth in 19:28, Austin Ladd 23: 23.59, Kristen Schnelker a constant reminder of our boys’ cross country team 19th in 20:58.3 and Nick seventh in 23:35.09, Lauryn founding father’s faith in edged Schoolcraft by a point, Hayward 20th in 21:01.7. Thompson tenth in 23:49.59 God and thirst for knowl­ 45-46, at the top ofthe stand­ Maple Valley’s girls and Robin DeClercq 12th in edge. ings at the race hosted by moved up a couple spots to 24: 10.9. Maple Valley is in Lowell Galesburg-Augusta Tuesday. fifth in the standings on today (Sept. 21) for an invi­ Sam Benedict had the Tuesday. Hackett Catholic Central tational, and will return to biggest jump in the standings for the Lions, placing 15th in won the girls’ race with 39 action Wednesday at Perry. 20 minutes 42.9 seconds. He points, followed by was the Lions’ fifth finishers, Schoolcraft 82, Olivet 107, with Andrew Brighton lead­ Delton Kellogg 110, Maple ing the way in sixth with a Valley 163, Kalamazoo PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: time of 19:30.4. Kyle Christian 179, Pennfield 180, All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act Brumm was right behind his Parchment 184 and and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which The Maple Valley High teammate Brighton, placing Galesburg-Augusta 192. collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ leadership class seventh in 19:31.4. Pennfield ’ s Audrianna School nation based on race, color, religion, sex, The Lion team also had Bomamann was the individ­ handicap, familial status, national origin, announces Tuesday, Oct. 8 as age or martial status, or an intention, to the deadline to register for Austin Rood ninth in 19:47.2 ual champion again, winning make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes the fall homecoming parade. and Micah Bromley 11th in by more than a minute.-She children under the age of 18 living with finished in 20:35.8, with The parade will be Friday, 20:08.5. parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of Oct. 18, 5:30 p.m. beginning - Kalamazoo Christian was Christian’s Kate McLain children under 18. at the Nashville VFW and third in the team standings second in 21:39.59. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate Emily Mattocks and ending at Carl's Supermarket. with 76 points, followed by which is in violation of the law. Our To register for the parade Constantine 93, Hackett Breanna Heinze led Maple readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper Valley. Mattocks was 21st in or for more information con- Catholic Central 135, Olivet are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the tact Aaron Saari, leadership 152, Parchment 174 and 25:02.9 and Heinze 22nd in Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. 25: 05.5. teacher at 517-852-9971 or Delton Kellogg 186. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Zach The Lion team also had asaari@mvs.kl2.mi.us. Schoolcraft’s Wehner was the individual Hanna Kyle 34th in champion, coming in at 26: 09.79, McKayla Lamance Cheering on the Lions from sidelines this football season Maple Valley boys win KVA’s second jamboree Homecoming parade details announced 06799959 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, September 21,2013 — Page 11 Forester Bros, set to deliver their ministry Children, teenagers and adults are invited to the wellrounded ministry of The Forester Brothers. The broth­ ers, Stephen and Joshua are multi-talented musicians, vocalists and ventriloquists with, a comedic flair. Stephen and Joshua sing and play traditional southern gospel music. Both have stud­ ied formally and their training continues through this day. According to their website, the brothers sing and play new songs as well as classic gospel and familiar hymns. They sing Stephen and Joshua Forester are multi-talented gospel music artists who are singing Sunday, Sept. 29, at 9:30 a.m., at the Gresham United Methodist Church in Charlotte songs that speak clearly of God’s gift of salvation, love, hope and peace. The Forester Brothers will minister on Sunday, Sept. 29 at the Gresham United Methodist Church during the 9:30 a.m. service. The church is located at 5055 N. Mulliken Road, in Charlotte. GFWC in Vermontville seeks to help the community and to grow its membership The Vermontville chapter of the Greater Federation of Women's Clubs met Monday, Sept. 9 to share a fall potluck and discuss ideas for commu­ nity projects. Past presidents Eunice Borrelli, Lois Siple, Mary Fisher, Elaine Russell, Sandy Haas and Mary Lou Bignall were honored. New year books were dis­ tributed and upcoming pro­ grams were highlighted — October will be a presentation on the Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association. November will feature Michelle Dunkelberger a stained glass artist. Dunkelberger is restoring the stained glass windows in St. Cyril’s Catholic Church in Nashville. Emma McGlocklin, a MYLead student sponsored by Vermontville GFWC, sent a thank you letter. In the letter McGlocklin referred to a rewarding experience during the summer conference and of the opportunity to gain leader- ship skills. To close the meeting each member shared a favorite summer experience. The next meeting will be Monday, Oct. 7 at 7 p.m. at the United Methodist Church in Vermontville. Questions can be directed to President Eunice Borrelli at 517-541­ 2359 or Farm9560@yahoo.com or to Lois Siple at 517-726-1389. New members are always welcome. Heath care changes outlined As I listen to residents throughout the district, there have been many questions about how to enroll in the Health Care Marketplace which begins October 1. Seminars conducted by the State of Michigan and led by industry experts have provid­ ed some valued information. Here are some key compo­ nents: If you have Medicare, Medicaid, or health insurance through an .employer, you are already covered. You do not need to do anything. Medicare-covered benefits cannot be reduced or taken away. Medicare now covers preventive services such as mammograms, colonoscopies and annual wellness check-ups at no charge. If you do not have health insurance you can enroll from Oct. 1 to March 31 before a penalty will apply. For coverage to begin Jan. 1, you need to enroll by Dec. 15. To change a current policy or buy new health insurance in the Health Care Marketplace visit www.healthcare.gov or call, 800-318-2596. Locations for personal assistance are listed on the website. The Michigan Department of Insurance can also answer health insurance questions, 877-999-6442. 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Jacob Cramer tacked on the Comets’ final touchdown on an 8-yard run in the final minute. Brandon Ouding was a perfect 6-of-6 on his extrafor attempts point Kalamazoo Christian. Ryan Mudge scored the Lions’ second TD, in the opening minute of the fourth quarter, on a 21-yard run. Mudge finished the night with nine rushes for 45 yards. Dylan Kennedy led the Lion offense with 19 rushes for 82 yards. The Comets outgained the Lions 3545 yards to 222, gaining 214 yards on the ground. Ouding was the Comets’ leading rusher with 18 carries for 104 yards. COBB WELL DR I LU NG (REMIR • • • • Johnson had a good night throwing the ball, completing 9-of-15 passes for 82 yards, with Gonser record­ ing all nine of those receptions. Kennedy led the Lion defense with 11 tackles and Cole Decker had eight. Marcum Terpening and Tyler Kersjes each had a sack. The Lions are now 1-3 this season and are back at home this coming Friday to take on Pennfield. Vermontville Roofing Quality roofing for 25 years. 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(Photo by Brett Bremer) Joe Lyons - Owner & Operator I have served Barry County and the surrounding areas for over 50 years, since 1961. With the new season of fall now here another year is coming to an end - if it has been 3 years or longer since pumping your tank - please let this serve as a reminder to do so saving costly expense in repairs or installation of a new system. ^I■■VAVA goals so that they know what to work for,” said Maple Valley head coach Sarah Carpenter. That’s a life les­ son to. It’s notjust about vol­ leyball at Maple Valley. This is my fifth season, I’ve learned.” The Lions talked prior to the Galesburg-Augusta match about goals, setting up a system to keep track of things like aces, kills, digs, blocks and assists per set, as well as passing rating. Coaches on the sideline track each pass a Lion makes, and give it a score from 0 to 3. “I thought our overall passing game was better tonight, better to the setter spot than it has been the rest of the season,” Carpenter said. “Obviously, we still have to work on serve receive, but from a passing perspective we had a lot more perfect passes than we’ve had.” A perfect pass gets a score of 3. Coach Carpenter was especially pleased with the passing of Kandys Larsen, Olivia Ricketts and Hadley Joppie Wednesday. Joppie led the Lions with nine digs. Maple Valley’s Hadley Joppie rises up for an attack as Larsen had six and Ricketts Galesburg-Augusta’s Rileigh Florshinger (left) and five. Marissa Pierce also had Kathryn Dooley (right) play defense at the net during a good night, finishing with Wednesday’s KVA contest at Maple Valley High School. seven digs. Those solid passes helped (Photo by Brett Bremer) Larsen surpass the team goal of five assists per set. She matches at Leslie Monday, while Jordan Woodman starting the evening with 25­ added five. Ricketts added finished with. 16 assists. 18, 25-23 victory over the three blocks and Larsen had Carpenter said Jordan two. Woodman also reached the host Blackhawks. Joppie had big offensive Vandercook Lake edged aces per set goal with her two aces and Joppie matched performance, knocking nine the Lions in their other con­ the team’s kills and digs per kills. Ricketts added four. test 27-25, 25-22. Joppie had seven kills, set goals. Joppie finished Larsen, had nine assists to go with three aces. with Taylor Medina and with nine kills. The Lions fell to Ricketts adding four apiece. Ricketts added for kills for the Lions, and Larsen had Potterville 25-13, 25-13 in Larsen had another nice their second match. match setting the ball, finish­ two. Maple Valley was at ing with 17 assists. “I feel like they’re coming Ricketts, Pierce, Larsen, along. They’re listening. Springport for two' more They’re practicing well. matches Thursday, earning Joppie and Emily Morris all T reached goals - for the They ’re giving it their all. another split. The Lions topped evening. I’m proud of them,” Springport 25-14, 25-17. Maple Valley returns to Carpenter said. Ricketts had five kills and action today (Sept. 21) at The KVA contest Wednesday with the Rams Pierce four to lead the Lion Battle Creek Central, then was squeezed into a busy attack. Larsen had 13 assists will be back at it in the KVA week for the Lions. in the two sets. Joppie and Wednesday when it plays The Lions split their two Ricketts had seven digs each, host to Delton Kellogg. WE WILL MEET OR BEAT AU COMPETITOR PRICING. ■I OFF Coupon NO EXPIRATION DATE! 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(Not pictured are Diane ane Hall, Nancy Eckart, Everlyn Hughes, Lois Feltman, Marilyn Salyers, Gail Salvers Linda Eckland and Joyce Daugherty) � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-09-28.pdf a67cd6b324f1316d5d51228bacff4ee8 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 39, September 28, 2013 Pathways High School has a new home Pathways High School is located in the northeast hall of Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School. Students work independently with a teacher/mentor present to assist needed. by Shari Carney Staff Writer The staff and students of Pathways High School are in their new home in the north­ east hallway ofMaple Valley Jr./Sr. High School. Pathways outgrew its previ­ ous space in the .administra­ tion board room reaching an enrollment of 100 plus in 2013. Under the leadership of Principal Kristine Stewart with the help of Administrative Assistant Mindy Shriver, students are progressing toward earning their high school diplomas. Pathways is a virtual school with mentors avail­ able onsite to guide students and check over work. The hours are varied to accomo­ date schedules. Hours for the school are Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 7:30 a.m. to 8:15 p.m., Thursday and Friday Shasta and Hunter Hess are married with two children. T-he Bellevue couple attends Pathways High School. Both have plans to continue in post secondary institutions. Mindy Shriver, administrative assistant for Pathways High School, looks, at the sign in sheet that each stu­ dent must use to record signatures and the dates and times of arriving and leaving sessions. 7:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., and Saturday 11:20 a.m. to 5 p.m. Instructors are. Cindy Schwartz, Trent Harvey and Paiila Guajardo. Guajardo is on a medical leave and Jeff Fisher is in a long-term sub­ stitute teacher position until she returns. The notes on this whiteboard are in one of the classrooms of Pathways High School. Pathways outgrew the administration office board room where it was previ­ ously located. Students receive weekly reports which are reviewed Goals set for Maple Valley Schools Shan Carney Staff Writer The Maple Valley Board of Education met for a goal setting session Wednesday, Sept. 18. Olga Holden, trainer with Michigan Association of School Boards, facilitated the work­ shop. In a follow up conversa­ tion with the Maple Valley News Maple Valley Schools Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon said that finances are a key focus of district needs. * The goal is to be trans­ parent with the budget,’’said Falcon. “This will enable a shared ownership and understanding of what our revenues and expenditures are. We are truly fortunate to have a highly skilled finance director [Darryl by Sydloski] to lead this endeavor.” A summary of goals dis­ cussed follows: District goals Increasing student achievement topped the list of subjects with the empha­ sis on a personal mastery learning model for kinder­ garten through fifth grade. Students advance once they have reached mastery — and not until. Instructors and support staff will have ongoing pro­ fessional development and technology will continue to be integrated in the class­ room. The common core curriculum will be followed from kindergarten through 12th grade and student’s progress will be monitored with data. The stabilization of stu­ dent enrollment will be pur­ sued by promoting what Maple Valley Schools excells in by expounding on the variety of opportunities afforded. Accountability and trans­ parency were discussed as well as how to expand a caring/nurturing environment. The topic of community engagement led to the importance of cultivating relationships with all stake­ holders. Building and grounds are being evaluated to establish the needs and further discus­ sion led to the need for a bi­ annual school and commu­ nity survey. Parent Teacher Network and Parent Advisory Councill are established groups which have part- nered with Maple Valley Schools to support the stu­ dents. Fiscal stability will be maintained by continual communication with the board. Stakeholders will be kept informed of budgetary needs and concerns. The board agreed to embrace, promote and advo­ cate for the bond and/or sinking fund issue and agreed that improvement in internal and external com­ munications is essential. Parental involvement will be achieved by a variety of means including an upgrade of the instant alert system, increased efficiency with the server migration to Potterville and written and verbal communications. The See GOALS, page 5 by Shriver and Stewart. If a student falls behind, adjust­ ments are made to get them back on track. Shasta Hess and husband Hunter Hess, are from Bellevue. Both are students at Pathways. The couple have two children, Noah Caswell and Breslynn Elizabeth Ann Marie Hess. Shasta said the quiet rooms of Pathways help her concentrate. She has plans for. college to become a nurse. Hunter also has plans to pursue post-secondary edu­ cation and has selected Olivet College. He hopes to be on the football team and, eventually, to be a sports broadcaster. “I love it,” said Shasta. “It’s a lot easier for me than high school. I couldn’t pass my classes before.” For more information on Pathways High School con­ tact Stewart at 517-852-2322 or 517-852-2405. In This Issue • Maple Valley teacher directing Thornapple Players’ drama • Woolbur author visits Fuller Street and Putnam Library • Relocated Nashville home focus of ILR program at Charlton Park • Lion spikers push Delton to four sets �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, September 28, 2013 Vermontville library offers new titles to patrons Vermontville Township Library has new selection of books for children and adults, as well as new DVDs ready for patrons to check out. New items on the shelves of the Vermontville library include: DVDs Iron Man 3, World War Z, Star Trek: Into the Darkness, Dear Dumb Diary, Now You See Me, The Great Gatsby, Epic, 42, G.I. Joe Retaliation, Olympus has Fallen, Oblivion, Mud, Scary Movie 5, Pain and Gain. Adult nonfiction When Sorry Isn’t Enough by Gary Chapman, Fresh Recipes for Enjoying Ingredients at Their Peak by Doug Acker (standing, from left) as Henry Drummond and Frank White as William Better Homes and Gardens, Books for Brady argue as E K. Hornbeck (Eric Anderson), (seated) and the judge (Jeff Kniaz) Handmade Everyday Adventures by Erin look on. (Photo by Patti Farnum) Zamrzla, Five Days at Memorial by Sheri Fink. Adult fiction The Eye of Moloch by Glenn Beck, Death ofa Dyer by Eleanor Kuhns, The Hen ofthe Baskervilles by Donna Andrews, The Husband’s Secret by Liane Moriarty, The Mackinac Incident by Len McDougall, Hunting Eve by Iris Johansen, Ready “Inherit the Wind” by Monkey Trial, said Director life along with an amazingly to Die by Lisa Jackson, Jerome Lawrence and Robert Norma Jean Acker in a press talented cast, said Acker. Chose the Wrong Guy, Gave E. Lee will be performed this release. With the exception of.the Him the Wrong Finger by week by the Thomapple Henry Drummond’s char­ dress rehearsal, tickets are Beth Harbison, The Dark Players. acter, played by Doug Acker, $10 for adults and $8 for stu­ Legacy of Shannara: Witch The dress rehearsal, which is based on Clarence Darrow, dents and senior citizens. Wraith by Terry Brooks, is open to the public will be an American lawyer and Tickets may be purchased Wednesday, Oct. 2, at 7 p.m. activist who was a leading at Progressive Graphics or (special price, $6). member of the American reserved by calling the Performances will be Civil Liberties Union; Thomapple Arts Council, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, William Brady, based on 269-945-2002. Oct. 3,4 and 5 at 7 p.m.; and William Jennings Bryan Sunday, Oct. 6, at 2 p.m. The (Frank White) is a three-time show will be in The presidential candidate; and Dennison Performing Arts E.K. Hornbeck (Eric Center, Barry Community Anderson) based on H.L. Enrichment Center, 231 S. Mencken, a prolific writer, Broadway in Hastings. essayist and journalist of the There will be single-lane This interesting and 20th Century known for his closures under flag control thought-provoking drama use of satire and as a critic, for soil borings on M-79 loosely based on the Scopes combine to bring this story to (Fuller Street) from Sunset Lane to M-66 in Nashville beginning at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, through 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11. Thornapple Players presenting drama Inherit the Wind’ Directed by. Maple Valley, teacher Mistress by James Patterson, by Alison Pollet, City of First Sight by Danielle Steel, Ashes by Cassandra, Clare, The Bookstore by Deborah City ofBones by Cassandra Meyler, Edge ofForever by Clare, City ofLost Souls by Sherryl Woods, Lydia’s Cassandra Clare, City of Hope by Marta Perry, Grace Fallen Angels by Cassandra Unplugged by Melody Clare, City of Glass by Clare, A Carlson, A hopeful Heart by Cassandra Amy Clipston, Betrayal by Midsummer Night’s Scream Robin Lee Hatcher, by R.L. Stine. Junior nonfiction Sovereign by Ted Dekker Earthworms of the Great and Tosca Lee, Bones ofthe Lost by Kathy Reichs, The Lakes by Cindy Hale, Amish Seamstress by Mindy Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Shock! Stams Clark, A Killer Among Disbelief and Us by Lynette Eason, The Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Miner’s Lady by Tracie Strange Tales, Ripley’s Peterson, The Secret Keeper Believe It or Not! The Last by Beverly Lewis, Trapped Word, Ripley’s Believe It or by Irene Hannon, Wake the Not! Disbelief and Shock! Dawn by Lauraine Snelling, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! The Mayan Secrets by Clive Strange Sites, A Really Cussler, Never Go Back by Awesome Mess by Trish Lee Child, Claire ofthe Sea Cook and Brendan Halpin, Junior fiction Light by Edwidge Danticat, W is for Wasted by Sue I Can See Just Fine by Barclay, Carla’s Grafton, Night Film by Eric by Debbie Marisha Pessl, Bomb Shell Sandwich Vader’s Little by Catherine Coulter, The Herman, Whole Enchilada by Diane Princess by Jeffrey Brown, Mott Davidson, What Once Snotty Saves the Day by Tod Was Lost by Kim Vogel Davies, Lily the Silent by Sawyer, The Final Cut by Tod Davies, 13 Gifts by Catherine Coulter, Second Wendy Mass, Woolbur by Watch by J.A. Jance, Leslie Helakoski, The Town Deadline by Sandra Brown, That Disappeared by Sandy Blindsided by Fem Michaels, Carlson, Mandie and the Detroit Shuffle by D.E. Secret Tunnel and Other Johnson^ The Longest Ride Stories by Lois Leppard, by Nicholas Sparks, Big Sky Click, Clack, Boo! by River by Linda Lael Miller. Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin, Flora & Ulysses The Young adult fiction The Princess Plot by Illuminated Adventures by Kirsten Boie, The Pity Party Kate Dicamillo. Relocated Nashville home focus of ILR program at Charlton Park Lane closings next two weeks HdmeCookin’ ( Jack S Judy’s \ Country Kettle Cafe Saturday Specials • Roast Pork & Dressing • Prime Rib • BBQ Baby Back Ribs ) Sunday Specials Nashville s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 113 N. Main, Nashville • Swiss Steak • Ham & Yams • Roast Turkey & Dressing 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM All specials Include Potato, Vegetable, Soup & SaladBar Schools closed Thursday and Friday Maple Valley Schools will be closed Thursday and Friday, Oct. 3 and 4. Teachers will be in training sessions, but students need not report. 06823015 Two Two for Ta Ta't 22% OFF Breast Cancer Products or styling tools iaquage ■fRlENOs ■ Stylists... Teri, Lynzie and Amy t 207 N. Main St., Nashville • 517-852-0313 1 For your convenience, pl ease use back en tranee The history of the Sixberry House, which was built in Nashville will be shared dur­ ing a special ILR program Oct. 16. The Institute for Learning in Retirement will conduct two programs next month at Historic Charlton Park. Thursday, Oct. 10, from 1:30 -to 3:30 p.m., Bonnie David, interpreter at Charlton Park and member of the Michigan One-Room Schoolhouse Association, will present a program on the legacy of the one-room school in Michigan at the Lee School. Wednesday, Oct. 16, from 10 a.m. to noon, Claire Johnston and Shannon Ritzer will explore the history and guide tours of the Sixberry House and the Carlton Center Church. Fee information may be obtained or registration made by calling the KCC Fehsenfeld Center, 269 948 9500, ext. 2803. Open house planned for departing children’s director Putnam District Library in Nashville will host an open house Wednesday, Oct. 2, for Emily Mater, who will be leaving her post as the library children’s director. Mater, a native of Nashville, has been the director of children’s pro­ grams at the library for near­ ly 5 1/2 years, said Director Shauna Swantek. Mater will stay involved with the Maple Valley area by serving as children’s director at Grace Church in Nashville, said Swantek. The open house will be from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, September 28, 2013 — Page 3 teW JLM LOMTs s'J*J JOT JOT* Sc CM Scww s<» <» Sw cS*n wb» J ?WScl <S& («&S(L . ! •“Sfyfy LL r//.(«S(L •^ A %£'*; '5^ u ■ j> »!» »! r• <st |j.nj sM»k hJfej ?^S ? ? ^-kJ &tDio* 'I Woolbur author visits Fuller Street and Putnam Library Author Leslie Helakoski entertained children with songs and stories Monday, Sept. 16, at Fuller Street Elementary and Putnam District Library. “Reading is fun, enjoyable and important for children,” said State Superintendent Mike Flanagan. Helakoski read two origi­ nal stories, Big Chickens and Woolbur. The author said as a child she had many fears. “I used to be afraid of all kinds of things,” said Helakoski of Big Chickens. “I put them in the book and turned my brothers and sis­ ters into chickens. ” Helakoski is the author of several books. Woolbur was inspired by free-spirited chil­ dren in her life who inspired her to think differently. The visit was made possi­ ble by The Michigan Reads program sponsored by Target, with additional sup­ Author Leslie Helakoski shares a love of writing, illusport from the Library of Michigan Foundation and trating and reading with Fuller Street Elementary stu­ dents. HarperCollins Publishers. Michigan author Leslie Helakoski visits with pre-schoolers during Putnam District Library s Michigan Reads program. Putnam is one of 12 author visits made possible by Target, the Library of Michigan Foundation, Harper Collins Publishers and The Lions Club of Michigan. Training continues and elementary teachers receive supplies My first three months have been very rewarding serving the students and community , of Maple Valley Schools. We continue to restore the ROAR in the school system and I am proud to report that the staff .has implemented three key initiatives. First, the staff is commit­ ted to protecting instructional time. This means we are working toward bell-to-bell instruction along with limit­ ing classroom interruptions. This will ensure students have maximum time to learn important academic content necessary to improve student achievement. Second, we are working on mutual respect. All adults will be addressed with two names such as Mrs. Falcon or Coach Falcon. This initia­ tive has received a lot ofpos­ itive feedback. Third, we endeavor to keep a tidy personal work­ space. DM Burr, along with our staff, has been working to ensure a clean, tidy space to reflect the pride in the schools. Thanks to Vince Ferris of Custom Home Interiors in Charlotte, we were able to purchase carpet for the high school library at a very low cost. This has been a wel­ come addition to the library project. < Walmart of Hastings rec­ ognized Fuller Street Elementary School with a generous gift. Customers nominate and vote annually for a school to receive a donation. As the winner of the contest, each teacher was given a $50 gift card and the ■ school was received a large box of school supplies. Thank you to all who voted for Fuller Street. Next week will bring three additional days of teacher training with the Reinventing Schools Coalition Institute. The elementary teachers will work intensely, moving for­ ward with the personal mas­ tery model of instruction. In addition, there will be vari­ ous sessions to enhance cur­ riculum knowledge. A Parent Advisory Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 6 p.m. in the administration office. The purpose is to discuss school topics and initiatives with parents, community, and myself. If interested in attending, please email mfalcon@mvs.kl2.mi.us. Please continue to look to the Maple Valley School webpage for upgrades and to the Facebook page for updates. Coming soon will be a staff recognition pro­ gram. Parents, students, staff, and community members can nominate a facility and staff person of the month. There will be a nomination form on the website so stay tuned for more details. As always, thank you for your continued support with Maple Valley Schools. Enjoy your weekend! Michelle Falcon, Interim Superintendent Maple Valley Schools Crafts are focus of the next 4-H workshop Pumpkin or apple string designs and wreaths will be among items produced when Eaton County 4-H hosts a Fall craft workshop Thursday, Oct. 10. The workshop is for youths age 9 to 19 as of Jan. 1, 2014, and will be in the Eaton County MSU Extension office from 6:30 to 9 p.m. A fee to cover the cost of supplies will be charged to anyone not currently enrolled in a 4-H club. For more information or to register, visit the webpage, eatoncounty4h.blogspot.com or contact the office, 571­ 543-2310. Accommodations for per­ sons with disabilities may be requested by contacting Christine Heverly program coordinator, 517-543-2310 or 517-485-3417, ext. 2310, by Oct. 7. The Eaton County Extension office is at 551 Courthouse Drive, Charlotte. Putnam District Library Children Director Emily Mater (from left), author Leslie Helakoski, Director Shauna Swantek and MeL Internet Librarian Eunice Borrelli show the book, ‘-Dianas 4-^ace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling • MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS * S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. Woolbur. Open Wednesday - Friday 1-517-852-9481 »» »» » »» * �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 28, 2013 Margaret Swiger Albert Reese Mix GRAND LEDGE, MI Albert Reese Mix, age 82, of rural Grand Ledge, died September 19,2013 at a local hospital, with his family by his side. Bom in Nashville June 20, 1931 and raised in Vermontville, he graduated from high school in 1949. In 1951, he married the love of his life, Ruth DeBar and together they raised three children. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and baseball play­ er, loved gardening, playing his saxophone and clarinet and loved to sing, taking care of his home and traveling with Ruth all over the United States, but the love he showed to all of his family and friends, was the most important for him. He was talented in so many areas, was a kind, gentle, caring and much loved man. Left to mourn his loss are his beloved wife Ruth; sons, Thomas of Lansing, Trent of Garland, TX; daughter, Teresa (Benny) Knighten of Lansing; six granddaughters, Regina Cheshire, Stacey Johnson, Kasey Merritt, Samantha and Stephanie Mix, Hannah (Andrew) Sellers and one grandson, Gabriel (Ally) Mix; 11 great grandchildren; sister, Helen Wellman; broth­ ers, David, (Mary Lou) Mix and Timothy (Linda) Shetenhelm. . He was predeceased by his mother, father and two broth­ ers. The family was served by Peters/Murray funeral Home of Grand Ledge. A celebra­ tion of his life took place Tuesday, September 24, 2013. Pastor Don Phillips of Hope Baptist Church of Mason officiated. Albert requested crema­ tion, so a gravesite memorial service will be planned for a later date. Pamela Frayer BELLEVUE, MI-Pamela (Howard) Frayer went home to be with her Lord and Savior on September 19, 2013 after a brave three year battle with cancer and leukemia. Pam loved farm life living on her Mom and Dad’s (Jean and Bud Howard) for 18 years, then eventually mov­ ing to her own farm with her husband, Jeff Frayer, of 35 years. Besides loving the farm life, fresh air and the smell of hay, Pam loved to laugh with and tease her hus­ band Jeff; they always felt blessed beyond measure. Pam also loved her two children, Sarah (Michael) Clift and Jessica (Ben) Tirrell, as well as the most beautiful granddaughters in the world, Reagan Lee and Amelia Rose Tirrell. Pam was especially fond of her miniature Schnauzers; Eddie, Gunner, and Izzy. As well, Pam enjoyed sewing, knit­ ting, cooking and visiting with friends. Right out of high school, Pam became the youngest female store manager for the Joann Fabric chain w.orking one year in Brighton. When Jeff and she decided to marry, Pam transferred to Battle Creek and managed the Battle Creek store for nearly five years. After their first child 1EIVI66 Tire 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66, Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 • 616-374-1200 www.m66tire.com • • • • New & Used Tires Brakes • Batteries Tune-Ups Mufflers________ • Oil Changes • Struts • Shocks • Diagnostic Services • Engine Repair Sarah was bom, she and Jeff decided the best job in the world would be a full time mom. Once Sarah and Jessy were in school full time, Pam took a job at Flexfab in Hastings then accepted a job at Olivet College. Pam did payroll for a few years at Olivet then started working in the development department. Pam is survived by her dad, Clarence “Bud” Howard; husband, Jeff Frayer; daugh­ ters, Sarah and Jessica; many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Pam was preceded by her mom, Marilyn “Jean” (Hutchins) Howard; brother, Ronald Dean Howard and brother .David Lloyd Howard. In lieu of flowers, dona­ tions may be made to the Brain Cancer Institute by mail at Hermelin Brain Tumor Research Center, Henry Ford Health System, 1 Ford Place, Ste. 5A, Detroit, MI 48202. On line at: henryford.com/ giving or phone: (313) 876­ 1031. Funeral services were held Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2013 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home of Charlotte with Pastor Mark Woodbury offi­ ciating. Interment in the Kalamo Hillside Cemetery. www.burkhead-greenfuneralhome.com. NASHVILLE, MI Margaret Swiger, age 97, of Nashville went to be with her Lord on Monday, September 23, 2013 at The Flower House, Maple Grove Township. Margaret was bom in Sunfield, on May 3, 1916, the daughter of the late Jerry and Blanch (Webster) Hummel. She was the widow of William Swiger. Bill and Margaret were married on June 3, 1938 and made their home in the Nashville area where they raised their fami-v ly. Over the years they enjoyed traveling together visiting both Hawaii and Alaska as well as several cruises. They would spend their winters in Florida, and during the summer months enjoyed spending time on Drummond Island. The cou­ ple had been married for over 60 years when Bill passed away. Margaret had many names; daughter, wife, mommy, mom, grandmother and GG (great grandmother). Her family was always her great­ est source of pride and she especially enjoyed watching her family grow, and playing with the new babies. She was a wonderful cook. She cooked at Fuller Street Elementary for many -years and loved the job and the children. Margaret loved to bake pies, cakes, rolls, and even homemade doughnuts. Her specialty however was cookies. A visit to grandma's house meant a visit to the cookie Jar. One year for Christmas she made each grandchild a box of their favorite cookies. When Margaret was in her 50s, she began oil painting. Her first painting was of a horse and cowboy which she gave to her husband for Christmas. Throughout the years, Margaret had painted several pieces and as the grandchildren got married each was asked to come pick out an oil painting for their homes. John 14 Verse 2 says, “In my fathers house are many mansions, if it were not so I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.” That is where Margaret is now. Margaret is survived by two daughters, Janet Valdick, Joyce (Don) Hummel; son William (Helen) Swiger; sis­ ter, Maxine Stemler; 10 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren and many nieces and newphews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill; son-in­ law, Cecil Valdick; and her two brothers, Larry and Merlin "Buck" Hummel. Funeral services will be held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, at 11 AM on Saturday, September 28, 2013, with Lester DeGroot officiating. Interment will take place at Lakeview Cemetery following the funeral luncheon which will be served immediately fol­ lowing the funeral service at the Nashville United Methodist Church. Memorial contributions can be made to the Maple Valley Scholarship Fund and/or the American Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net for further details. Joan Lameta Hansen VERMONTVILLE, MI Joan Lameta Hansen, age 80, of Vermontville, died September 25, 2013 in Hastings. Joan was bom March 15, 1933 in Sunfield Township, the daughter of Alfred and Viola (Baker) Bennett. She lived a very active life, work­ ing 14 years for Michigan Magnetics and seven years with the Eaton and Bany County Health Department WIC program before retir­ ing. She also served on the library board of Vermontville, the Vermontville Historical Society, and the Antique Study Group in Charlotte. She was a very active member of the First Congregational Church of Vermontville and served on the Ladies Christian Association. She loved quilt­ ing and needlework, as well as time spent in her garden. Above all, Joan treasured her family. She is survived by her four children, Melissa Holden, Kim (Denise) Hansen, Jeanne Hansen and Michael (Linda) Hansen; seven grandchildren, Shannon Gillard, Carrie (Brad) Dutmer, Jonah (Ericd) Sederdalh, Janel (Luis) Pena, Tony (Nichole) Hansen, Kevin (Jacquelyn) Hansen and Andrea (Ryan) Head; 18 great-grandchildren, Victoria, Ellisia and Robert Gillard, Trenten and Tanner Dutmer, Andrew, Adian and Aaron Sederdalh, Tony, Grace, Mara, Andy and Isabella Pena, Noah and Kayli Hansen, Jayce, Gabby and Ethan Hansen; siblings, Janice (Elon) Baker and Wanda (Emil) Herbert. She was predeceased by her hus­ band, Andrew Dean Hansen in 2004. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, September 30, 2013 at the First Congregational Church of Vermontville. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, September 29, at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Interment will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Maple Valley Scholarship Fund, the First Congregational Church of Vermontville, or the Thomapple Manor Auxiliary. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com. 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Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Lie. 41748 Gun Lake Family Medicine I 877.377.7322 Thursday, October 17 & Monday, November 18 Cost of flu shot is $25 cash. Shots are available on a walk-in basis for patients and non-patients on flu clinic days. Existing patients may make an appointment or walk in. Insurance billing for existing patients only. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 28,2013 — Page 5 GOALS, continued from page 1 use of social media outlets such as Facebook and Twitter and an updated web­ page will increase communi­ cation. Maple Valley Schools will ensure and pro­ mote school safety in the dis­ trict. Board of education goals for interim superintendent Michelle Falcon The superintendent will copy the board president on email responses to board members with the disclaimer of depending on the content ofthe correspondence. The superintendent must communicate, school vio­ lence, closings and accidents to the board as soon as possi­ ble in whatever means neces­ sary. They will create process­ es and procedures for day to day operations and hiring procedures will be articulat­ ed along with job descrip­ tions and evaluations for all positions. The superintendent is to develop adoption and replacement plans for tech­ nology, curriculum and instructional software and will conduct annual reviews of handbooks and policy changes. In addition, the superin­ tendent is to complete an annual inventory of all assets ■hi faCttgataj; ■hn W Wtj'Wj iiirei. hf tail hi Itai (Mode, lutagi iTw nit jta i Alt tan: I®, fail! Kite ft k a i ViihWpFii ,'jtP faCaffiMltaj as i Vmrt. i i taai W r $lt (idiy.tate B® hj W to tai Mb- Heinze will share informa­ tion in a timely manner and respond within 24 hours of receiving a public query. If a board member receives communication from the public the board member will run the commu­ nication by the superintend­ ent for input prior to responding. The board mem­ ber is to copy the superin­ tendent on the response. Media A concensus was reached that all media requests will be routed through April Heinze the board president. Heinze will communicate with the superintendent before responding to the media. Community The board will embrace, promote and advocate for the bond and/or sinking fund issue. Utilize the instant alert Board goals system to its fullest potential by improving communica­ tion. Social media communi­ cations — including Facebook and Twitter and the updated webpage will be utilized and engage commu­ nity input. The workshop concluded with the goal to update the mission statement and place it along with a vision state­ ment and goals on the school website. It was agreed the mission statement should be posted large enough to be viewed when walking into any ofthe buildings. From the Pulpit Belonging by Pastor Gary Simmons Nashville, Vermontville and Woodland United Methodist churches I’ve noticed a lot of kids wearing uniforms lately. They are a part of soccer, volleyball, football, band or numerous other teams. They wear uniforms that set them apart as part of a team. They belong to the group. And if they show up to their events without their uniforms, they feel a bit out of place. Even worse is the experience of watching their teams play while they sit on the sideline, unable to participate — unable to take part in belonging. Belonging is important to us. Most of us are proud to be Americans. As an alumni of Michigan State University, I don’t hesitate to claim I am a Spartan. Many readers of this newspaper associate themselves with the Maple Valley Lions. And, most of us take pride in the heritage that our surnames carry. This is all because God wired us with a need to belong, to be a part of something greater than ourselves. More important than family, school, country or any other groups you might associate with, God has designed you to belong to his family through your personal faith in him. Yes, you were made to belong with a community, a faith — the church. Church is the place where you can best develop your faith in God. It is a community of like-minded believers who will walk with you and support you in good times and bad. Your church is a safe place to find forgiveness from the past and encouragement for the future. It is where you can discover the potential for which you were created. And the church is the best avenue for making a positive difference in a confused world. Do you belong? Are you attending a church regularly? I hope you will find the congregation ofyour choice, and enjoy the place where you belong. School reforms should not erode local control Neighborhood schools are the identity of a community. In every town, village and city in Eaton County, resi­ dents tell me how important education is and of the criti­ cal role it plays in the neigh­ borhood. We cannot just label a school as failing, penalize it and threaten a state takeover or shutdown without giving it the tools to improve. Yet, over the last two years, that is exactly what has hap­ pened. When a school closes, it impacts students, families, communities, property val­ ues, revenue and local con­ trol. The governor’s answer to struggling schools is the Education Achievement Authority and the dissolution of school districts, both of which erode local control. We need a proactive, datadriven plan to help schools succeed in giving students the best education possible. I am proud to be a member of the School Reform Task Force. This task force met throughout the summer months and this past week issued an action plan to address the needs of strug­ It centers gling schools. around three areas. First, the plan calls for education professionals to enter struggling , schools. These professionals will work with educators, par­ ents, students and communi­ ty members to compile a review which will result in an action plan. The second step calls for a comprehensive study of the real cost of educating stu­ dents, with a focus on the specific needs of each school. The third step outlines a plan to require full disclosure oftaxpayer dollars spent, full transparency and requiring community input across all types of schools. We owe it to students, par­ ents, educators and communities to work proactively with them on improving schools and making sure they get the best possible education. Let’s move for­ ward in a positive direction. To read the full report please visit www.housedemtaskforces.com. ■­ jit it sts nt Wl taj, and apprise the board of trict-wide Nutrition facilities/transportation pro­ Education .Grant cedures and preventative Regarding the budget, the maintenance schedules. superintendent will maintain Athletic reviews of the the budget and attend month­ handbook, expectations, and ly labor and finance commit­ feedback will be conducted. tee meetings as well as quar­ Review ofdata quality for terly board budget reviews. mandated reporting proce­ The development of dures and add times to the shared ownership with all school calendar will be departments is important and made. the superintendent will The superintendent is to embrace, promote and advo­ promote pride and cate for the bond and/or sink­ health,empower student ing fund issue. groups toeward community Departments or cost cen­ service projects. In addition ters were broken down into they are to implement a dis- the following categories: ath- letics, food service, trans­ portation, operations, (maintenance/custodial/grounds, Fuller Street Elementary, jr./sr. high, central office/administration and finance, Pathways, technolo­ gy and Maplewood. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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 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 Morning Worship............................ 11 Evening Worship............................. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ......... 6:45 p.m. . . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM FIRST BASELINE CONGREGATIONAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 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 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517)726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School........................... 9:45 A.M. Service....... ................. 11 P.M’. Service....... .................. 6 Wed. Service ..... ......... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . 517-726-0526 .. Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. . Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday Schpol............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Worship.............................. 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Wed. 5:30 p.m.................. Family Supper 6:00-7:15.......................... Pioneer Club Sunday School .10 a.m. Sun: 9:00................................... Sunday Aoo.Ml. Service 11:15 10: 00.......................................... Church Pric.Me. Service 6 p.m. 11: 00 ............ Fellowship PASTOR GEORGE GAY M-79 West W.orship . 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass .9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................ 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 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. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. . Sunday A.M. Worship .. .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship....................6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m,: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517) 852-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist-Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-726-0526 WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN . 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 28, 2013 Lions near the back of pack at Lowell’s Bob Perry Invite The Maple Vajley varsity cross country teams saw some competition from big­ ger schools when it took part in Saturday’s Bob Perry Invitational in Lowell. The host Red Arrows won a tight competition in the girls’ race, finishing with 50 points. Byron Center was second with 55, followed by Holland Black River 65, Grand Rapids Covenant Christian 79, Saranac 110 and Maple Valley 151. Emily Mattocks led the Call anytime for 691^82 classified ads 269-945-9554 Lion ladies, placing 23rd in 24 minutes 1.72 seconds. Maple Valley also had Hanna Kyle 28th in 24:35.69, McKayla Lamance 33rd in 25:49.42, Emma McGlocklin 34th in 25:50.93 and Ivy Braden 39th in 27:10.57. Holland Black River’s Allison Vroon was the indi­ vidual champion In the race, finishing in 19:47.96. Byron Center’s two lead­ ers were well behind Vroon, in second and third place. Karin Lee was second in 20:52.66, followed by Lyric Bronkema third in 21:20.97. Lowell’s fastest runner was Lauren Blanchard, who was fifth in 21:38.01, but the Arrows had their five fastest girls all finish among the top 15. Holland Black River took the top spot in the boys’ race, with 65 points, followed by Byron Center 82, Lowell 83, Covenant Christian 89, Grand Rapids union 96, Saranac 111 and Maple Valley 144. Andrew Brighton had the highest finish of any Lion Saturday, placing ninth in 18: 25.45. His teammate Micha Bromley was 17th in 19: 00.92. The Lion team also had Sam Benedict 32nd in 20: 17.61, Felix Pena 43rd in 22:27.79 and Troy Allen 46th in 24:31.91. Byron Center’s John Sattler edged Union’s Chris Santan for the individual title. Sattler came in at 17:23.01 and Santana at 17:25.00. Saranac’s Branden Smith was the only other guy to finish in less than 18 minutes, placing third in 17:33.37. WE HAVE JOBS! barru Counlu Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Sept 30 Hamburger with cheese, potato salad, baked beans, orange, bun, Tuesday, Oct 1 Chicken tenders, garlic mashed potatoes, vegetable blend, roll, fresh orange. Wednesday, Oct 2 Beef mostaccioli, tossed salad, green beans, tropical fruit, breadstick. Thursday, Oct 3 Ham, sweet potatoes, cab­ bage, roll, banana. Friday, Oct 4 BBQ chicken leg quarter, spinach, coleslaw, combread, grapes. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Sept 30 Italian pasta salad, carrot raisin salad, applesauce, crackers. Tuesday, Oct 1 Peanut butter and jelly, English muffin, pea and cheese salad, citrus sections. Wednesday, Oct 2 Cottage cheese, black bean and tomato salad, roll, tropi­ cal fruit.. Thursday, Oct 3 Oriental chicken pasta, coleslaw, diced peaches, cookie. Friday, Oct 4 Sliced ham and Swiss cheese, marinated vegeta­ bles, Mandarin oranges. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Sept 30 Hamburger, Brussels sprouts, hashbrown cubes, bun, orange. Tuesday, Oct 1 Chicken tenders, garlic mashed potatoes, broccoli, cookie, applesauce. Wednesday, Oct 2 Beef mostaccioli, peas and carrots, green beans, cinna­ mon applesauce. Thursday, Oct 3 Ham, sweet potatoes, cab- bage, roll, banana. Friday, Oct. 4 BBQ chicken thigh, asparagus, com, grapes, gra­ nola bar. Activities Calendar Monday, Sept. 30 Hastings: Music with Sam; BYOG; Card Making 9 a.m.; Painting with Bob 1 p.m. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, Oct. 1 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, Oct 2 Hastings: Music with Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Sewing Class 5-7 p.m. Woodland: Sing-a-long. Delton: Blood Pressure 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct 3Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30. Delton: Puzzles/ Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, Oct 4 - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Sing-a-Long; Visiting. Since 2010 our customer companies have hired-in y 3,700+ ofour temporary employees! Musicians invited to join Thornapple Wind Band Join EG at one of our Local Job Fairs Adults who remember the fun of being in high school band can create new memo­ ries and make music and new friends of all ages by joining the Thomapple Wind Band. The band is seeking new members, and inviting back former members, for the first session of the 2013-14 sea­ son. All post-high school musicians are invited to join the band Thursday nights in the Hastings High School band room beginning Sept. 26 to prepare for the Friday, Nov. 1 young people’s con­ cert. All wind instrument Thurs, Oct 3,9:00am - 12:00pm Battle Creek Regional Job Fair at Kellogg Arena 36 W. Hamblin Ave., Battle Creek Fri, Oct 4,9:00am - 12:00pm Fri, Oct 11,2:00pm * 4:00pm Hastings Ml Works! • Delton District Library 535 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings 330 North Grove, Delton EmploymentGroup is Recruiting for: Hastings: Machine Operators, Assemblers, Machinists, General Laborers. Grand Rapids: Warehouse, Custodians, Rackers, Sorters, Forklift Drivers, Inspectors, Machine Operators, Assemblers. Battle Creek: CAD Technician, Part-TimeServers, 100+ Openings at Denso, Project Work, Material Handlers, Warehouse, Forklift Drivers, Security Maintenance 3rd Shift, $10.50 /hr. Check out more job openings and specific requirements, then apply online at L J employmentgroup.com before the job fair. Can't make the job fair? Apply on-line, players and percussionists are welcome. No auditions are necessary. Rehearsals are from 7 to 9 p.m. The Thomapple Wind Band was formed in 1996 to enrich the lives of its mem­ bers and the surrounding community by offering con­ certs several times a year. The concerts are free, although donations to sup­ port the band’s costs are wel­ come. The Thomapple Wind Band will be directed this year by Dave Macqueen, retired Lakewood school band director and former District 13 Director of the Year. Macqueen lives in Hastings with his wife and serves as a judge and clini­ cian for the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association. He also sfcfves on the Thormapple Arts Council. For more information, call Mike or Kathy Scobey, 616­ 374-7547, or email kascobey @ wildblue.net. Or, new members mayjust show up for the first rehears­ al. then call 616.949JI303 for immediate consideration. ^EmploymentGroup Deadline is Friday for amateur photo contest Measurably better employees. ^fi||fe^acebook.com/employmentgroup^£^^ WE HAVE JOBS! Since 2010 our customer companies have hired-in 3,700+ ofour temporary employees! fEmploymentGroup f F- CALENDAR OF EVENTS has Immediate Openings for^k \ Hydro Aluminum in Parchment 1 10+Machine Operators EmploymentGroup has 10+ immediate openings for temporary and hire-in Machine Operator positions! All shifts, overtime mandated, $9.00/hr. Prefer candidates with 6-months of industrial experience and have CNC, punch press, deburring, grinding, drill press operation and saw operation experience. Upon hire-in, you receive a pay increase and are eligible for Hydro Aluminum's benefit package: medical, dental, 401k and profit sharing. Join their Union-friendly environment. l k Emailyourresumetokristenl@employmentgroup.com j or ca'l 269.388.2175 to learn more. J You must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and be willing to work overtime. Check out specific requirements and apply at employmentgroup.com then call our Kalamazo Office @269.388.2175. mploymentGroup Measurably better employees. ^facebook.com/employmentgroup "* J The Eaton Conservation Entry forms also are avail­ size and received by Oct. 4. District is sponsoring a photo able online, The district will award contest for amateur photog­ www.eatoncd.org. prizes in each category. The raphers. The contest, open to Entries should be printed overall winning photo will people who do not take pic­ on photo paper, approxi­ be featured on the cover of tures for profit, will accept mately eight-by-10 inches in the annual report. photos in four categories: agriculture, wildlife, people enjoying nature and plants or landscapes. Examples for agriculture might be anything from Barry County Extension Calendar of Events fields or livestock, to 4-H youths. Wildlife could Sept 28 State Poultry Clinic, 9 a.m., Anthony Hall, include deer running through MSU the woods or a bird’s nest in Sept 30 Horse Bam Box Stall tear down, during an urban neighborhood. enrollment meeting, Expo Center Photographs of people Sept 30 4-H General Leaders Enrollment Meeting, 7 enjoying nature might p.m., Expo Center include them canoeing, hik­ Oct 2 Livestock Developmental Committee ing or gardening. Plants and Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center landscapes could be pictures Oct 3 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center of sunsets, city parks or other Oct 4&6 4-H Filmmaking Workshop, Kettunen Center impressive views, said Oct 5&6 4-H Family Fun Discover Weekend, Kettunen Andrea Stay ofthe conserva­ Center tion district office. Oct 6-12 National 4-H Week Participants may submit Oct 8 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, one photo per category; how­ 6:30 p.m., Expo Center ever only one prize will be Oct 9-20' TSC Clover Days awarded per person. Oct 10 Non-livestock Developmental Committee To enter, call or stop by Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office the district office, 551 Oct 12&13 4-H Visual Arts and Crafts Workshop, Courthouse Drive, Suite 3, Kettunen Center Charlotte, or call 517-543­ Oct 19&20 Arts & Eats, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., free self-driving 5848 ext. 5,, for an entry tour of local farms, restaurants and artist stu­ form. dios �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, September 28, 2013 — Page 7 TAKE IT FROM ME... THE REMINDER SETS THE STANDARD IN THE INDUSTRY Dear Reminder Readers, As you read this week’s edition, I encour­ age you to take part in the voluntary sub­ scription program to ensure you continue to receive this publication each and every week for years to come. I began my career in the Community paper industry in 1980 as an advertising sales rep., and have worked in many capacities since that time, including publisher of a group of weekly newspapers and a weekly­ shopping guide. It was with great honor that Iaccepted the position of Executive Director for this association in 2008, repre­ senting over 100 newspapers and shopping guides throughout the state of Miohigan. I believe in the power of local pfirTand have experienced countless examples ofthexpositive influence community newspapetimalre in the lives of residents,’businesses and; local governments they serve. ' Jack Guza Is a longtime reader—and admirer—of the Reminder and its related community newspapers^ That'S in large part because he's the executive director of Community Papers ofMichigan, the largest professional organization dedicated to the excellence ofcommunityjournalism in our state. But he's also an advocate who understands the importance ofa newspaper to itsjxxnmunity. When Jack learned ofthe Reminder’s appeal to readers that they con­ sider being voluntary subscribers to help us address the threats to our industry, he wanted to offerhis thoughts on I have known and worked with Fred Jacobs how fortunate our community is to have an industry-leading paper like the Reminder come to you each week. for many years through this association and we have becom^gre^btytends over the nofjust a newspaper it is anjntegral part of your community years. I have always been impressed by Fred’s Qver-prese/it as are the people who produce each and every edition. energy and passion for the print industry and especially his cqmmitment to the. community that he so loves.'-F?ed is'an. You/hay not beawareJhatThe Remoter has been and Inspiration to th^se-that serve with him ofi dur Board oL/'-^ remains one of the single largest weekly Community newspa­ Directors and all who, Ara fortunate^nough-tOscount tymlasi' pers in the state with an average oM8page?perweek and friend. The Jacobs family is a rare brebd, in jbday’s publishing indus­ try as they continue to place eirjbhAsil^ publishing article^;. <; and photos 'of inte^&st thafipAttermosttcfyou, and they go the extrax^rtiilQ torpublish a lot<qf them each week. Whlle'many , publications cut news coverage to decrease their page count and print fewer copies to save money, J-Ad Graphics refuses Comprornis4|heir local news coverage and-delivery areas. Wie Jacobs fateilylswaiKknbwn ancfrespected in the industry fof their “community first’ business model. The Reminder continued offering you the absolute best local news and infor­ mation throughout the great recession which has proved to be the largest economy downturn since the great depression. The Reminder has announced the birth of your children and grandchildren, their Accomplishments in school and beyond, helped you celebrate engagements and mourn the loss of * your loved ones. The Reminder keeps you abteast of chal­ lenges facing local schools, government and businesses and always features the many civic and church groups that make Barry County a very special place to liye'and work. By Hid­ ing such a quality publication to residents throughout the-., county, The Reminder offers local businesses tnd absolute best return on their advertising investment. The Reminder is many weeks they are even larger! The Reminder has received Circulation VerificaJ^fn Council’s Gold Standard Award several Spies. Thif prestigious award is earned By^he top 2% of cornrhunity publications in the nation for readership receivership and purchase scores. The cost to run a newspaper, employ your friends, relatives and neighbors, compose each page, then print and deliver each copy has increased exponentially over the years. A vol­ untary subscription is a way to say thank you and give your j nod of approval for all that a publication provides within yoi^ community each and every week. The amount you payjs up.to you, however, by paying something you help to ensure that The Reminder will be there for you and your community,jas you have come to expect for many years to cofflgjfc Sincerely, Jack Guza Executive Director 1351 N.M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 269-945-9554 Graphics �Page 8 — Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 28,2013 Memories of the Past Hometown postcards were popular way to communicate This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Sept. 27, 1983. In the early 1900s, scenic postcards of one’s own com­ munity were available at vir­ tually every store in town, no matter how large or small the metropolis. Even the tiniest “four corners” community often merited at least one shot by a photographer for a postcard manufacturer. Hometown cards were a popular way of communicat­ ing with out-of-town friends and relatives in the days of penny postage and limited phone service. “This is our new depot; Doesn’t it look natural?” is the sort of message one might find handwritten on such a missive. Photos of that era typically included scenes. of Main Street, the train station, new structures, local industries and public parks. This eastward view of Washington Street is undated but was taken sometime after May 1907 when the new Methodist Episcopal parsonage (right) was completed just east of the church. According to a Nashville News account of that day, Rev. Way and family were the first to occupy the dwelling described by as “modern in every particular” and making “an elegant appearance.” But in Nashville, beautiful residential streets lined with sheltering maples and charming Victorian homes provided another favorite subject for postcard photog­ raphers. In this week’s col­ umn we present a few such scenes — most predating pavement of village thor­ oughfares. Our thanks to Dorothy (Hummel) Martich of Battle Creek for loaning all but one of the postcards used in this display. On the west side of State Street, nearly across from the Furniss and kleinhans homes, was the residence of Chris A. Hough, an early banker. The Robert Barnhart family now lives in the home [1983] which has been altered by removal of the porch seen in this 1912 photo. Hough, who moved to Nashville from Hastings in 1887, retired as director of Farmers and Merchants Bank at age 80, after more than 37 years of service. Following his wife’s death in 1925, he moved Out West to be with his children. Inscribed as “South Maine,” this is, of course Nashville's newly paved South Main Street about 1927. June (Brown) Potter, daughter of the Charles R. Browns who lived in the corner house, remembers the year the street was paved since she was con­ fined at home with the mumps and watched the work. This photo predates building in 1928 of the Dixie service station on the northwest corner (extreme right). Brown, who bought the house of Noah Sherk in the early 1920s, was manager of the Vermontville elevator at the time. It previously had been a Lathrop home. After Brown’s death in 1932, the house was rented to the Frank Boles family and eventually sold to Ross Bivens. With a magnifying glass, one can discern an early auto chugging northbound in the center of the street. Phillipps Street (mis-spelled on the face of the postcard) is a somewhat newer street than State, the latter being the first street residentially developed by the pio­ neering George Gregg family commencing in the mid-1860s from Washington to Reed. While State Street is part of the original village, Phillips is one of several addi­ tions named for early local families. This northward view from the intersection of Sherman Street shows the Q.A. Phillips addition (left) and the Mix addition (right). RAILSIDE ■ Ji II J II - .. <7 STORAGE s State Street was considered the most elegant street in Nashville when this northward view was taken about 1912. At right is the home of John Clair Furniss and next to it, the William H. Kleinhans home. Furniss, a lifetime area resident who died in 1938, spent 42 of his 66 years as manager of telephone exchanges at Nashville and Vermontville. Kleinhans, a New York native, came to the village from Pontiac in 1886 and bought the former D.C. Griffith dry goods store which he had operated for 43 years at the time of his death in 1929. (/mt S/zes to Choose From Puts Warehouse Space^ | Contact... M66 Tire Unique 66 Antiques Antiques, Collectibles & Crafts Saturday, Oct. 5 • 9 a.m. Come infor refreshments & cookies and to see some ofthe most unique items around! Still accepting vendors ■f-\_?. Like us on Facebook (616) 890.3729 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66 Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 220 N. Main Street, Nashville 616-374-1200 www.66uniqueantiques.weebly.com �Just Say "As Advertised m the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, September 28,2013 — Page 9 WATER CONSERVATION AT HOME (American Water Works Association has compiled tips in a booklet called Water Conservation at Home. This information is available in the Nashville Village Office. Excerpts from the booklet will be featured in the next few issues of the Maple Valley News.) Think about water. It’s yours for the asking, 24 hours a day. AH you have to do is turn a faucet But, now think again. The water you use doesn’t come magically from nowhere, It is carefully man­ ufactured — clean, safe and piped directly into your home — a valuable resource that shouldn’t be wasted. Water will eventually recycle itself. But high-qual­ ity water that we need and expect in our homes is not an infinite resource. Besides, you’re paying’for every drop whether it’s used or wasted. So conservation can be a boon to your pocketbook, too. Water conservation is a good way of life. Let’s prac­ tice it together. Saving in the home Household water conser­ vation not only saves water, it saves energy too; energy needed to heat water and to run appliances. The bathroom is where you can make the most sub­ stantial reduction in your personal water use. About 50 persent of the water used in an average home is used in the bathroom, mostly for flushing toilets and for show­ ers and baths. A lot of that water may be going to the sewer needlessly, adding to the volume of sewage and putting an extra burden on treatment plants. Toilets Every time a toilet is flushed about four gallons of water goes into the sewer. There are two ways to cut down. First, don’t use the toilet for things it was not meant for. Second, reduce the amount of water used per flush. Toilets should not be used as trash cans to flush away tissues, gum wrappers, ciga­ rette butts, spiders, diapers or anything else meant for a wastebasket or garbage can. All of us do it at one time or another, but use of the toilet as a wastebasket is just a phenomenal waste of water. Imagine pouring two twogallon buckets of water on a bitty spider or piece of tis­ sue. Ridiculous. Most toilets use more water than is really necessary and work just as well with less. So you can put a brick in the tank to displace some of the water — right? Wrong. The extra weight might crack your tank. And, the brick might begin to disinte­ grate after a while, causing serious and expensive prob­ lems in the plumbing. Use a plastic laundry detergent bottle instead, it’s safe, easy and inexpensive. Fill a few bottles with water to weight them and put them in the tank. CAUTION: Don’t put the bottles where they’ll jam the flushing mechanism. And be sure you don’t displace so much water that you have to double-flush to get the toilet to work. Double flushing wastes more than you save. Toilets are notorious for their hidden leaks. They can waste hundreds of gallons a day undetected. Leaks occur when the toilet is out of adjustment or when parts are worn, so it’s important to chek the toilet periodically. It’s not hard or complicated. Most toilet leaks are at the overflow pipe or at the plunger ball. If it’s at the overflow, the water level is usually too high, although the overflow pipe sometimes EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Village of Vermontville Department of Public Works SEEKING , PART-TIME HELP rfrom October thru Mid December (Fall Clean Up) may leak below the water­ line. Gently bend the arm until the valve shuts off the water about a half inch below the top of the over­ flow pipe. Sometimes the valve is wom and will run like a leaky faucet and must be replaced. If you’re an experienced do-it-yourselfer, you can do the job. Otherwise-, call a plumber. Plunger-ball leaks aren’t as easy to spot, the best way to check is by dropping a lit­ tle food coloring into a tank full of clear water and wait­ ing to see if the color shows up in the bowl. If it does, you probably have a leak at the plunger ball, either because the ball needs replacing or because the mechanism is out of alignment. This is a relatively simple repair for a do-it-yourselfer. Showers and bathtubs People used to think showers were less wasteful than tub baths. But they failed to take into considera­ tion the fact that many of us spend 10 to 20 minutes or more in the shower. Since most showers pour out between three and eight gal­ lons per minute, that can add up in a hurry. Time yourself next time you step under the spray. The odds are you real­ ly don’t need to stand there that long, nor do you need the shower running full blast. And although a partially filled tub uses far less water than a long shower, a short shower uses less than a full tub. Shaving, toothbrushing Don’t leave the water run­ ning. Run as much as you need, then turn off the tap until you need some more. Unused water goes straight down the drain and this adds up to a whale-of-a-lot of wasted water. Kitchen Automatic dishwashers claim the most water in kitchens, about seven to 14 gallons per run. The secret here is to make sure the washer is fully loaded before you turn it on. The dishwash­ er is going to take that 10 gallons whether it’s full of dishes or just a couple of cups. Don’t bother rinsing the dishes in the sink before you put them in the dishwasher. Scrape them clean and let the Water-saving devices machine do the rest Many different kinds of Are you the dishwasher in Continued next page your household? Remember not to wash dishes with the water running. A sinkful of wash water and one of rinse water will do the job as well. Don’t let the faucet run when you scrub vegetables or prepare other foods. Put a stopper in the sink instead. FORECLOSURE NOTICE RAN­ For a cold drink of water, DALL S. MILLER & ASSOCI­ don’t stand at the sink, let­ ATES, P.C. MAY BE A DEBT ting water run endlessly. COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY Store ajug of ice water in the INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY refrigerator. BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ Leaks A little leak loses lots. Just a slow drip can add up to 15 to 20 gallons a day and a small faucet leak wastes 100 gallons in 24 hours. Most leaks, aside from toi­ lets are in faucets and are most commonly caused by wom washers. Check all the faucets in the house once or twice a year. If any drip after you’ve turned them off firm­ ly, turn off the supply line, take the faucet apart and replace the washer. Usually it’s not hard, although some faucet designs do present a challenge. Any good house­ hold do-it-yourself book offers easy-to-understand advice if you need it It’s important to get the size right. The washer has to fit inside a sort of cup on the valve stem and spread out to the edges when it’s screwed down. If the drip is still there when you’re done, some­ thing else may be wrong. Get in touch with a plumber. If the leak is in one of those faucets with a single lever orjoystick that controls both the hot and cold, the disassembly and repair is still relatively simple, but entirely different from the valve stem-and-washer type. A good hardware or plumb­ ing supply store will have necessary replacement pars and can probably direct you to a good instruction source, if you need it. TO TRANSPORT'S STUDENTS TO AN FROM SCHOOL C HO O L' S, C RO SS IN G / CDL and Current Drivers License Required. Please contact t DPW Supervisor 4 Monte O’Dell Substitute positions are available and may lead into a full time route. Will train qualified applicants. Applications are available at Central office. For more information contact EOE 06823105 SCH SCHOOL SPEED LIMIT 20 fl scnnhw fl El NOTICE POSE. IF YOU ARE A MILITARY SERVICEMEMBER ON ACTIVE DUTY NOW OR IN THE PRIOR NINE MONTHS, PLEASE CON­ TACT OUR OFFICE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mort­ gage made by Mark Allen Portner And Loralee Beth Brew Portner, Husband And Wife to Wilmington Finance, a division of AIG Federal Savings Bank, Mortgagee, dated May 6, 2004, and recorded on May 13, 2004, as Document Number: 1127560, Barry County Records, said mort­ gage was assigned to The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York as successor trustee for JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Trustee for the benefit of the Certificateholders of Equity One ABS, Inc. Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series 2004-3 by an Assignment of Mortgage which has been submitted to the Barry County Register of Deeds, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-Nine and 47/100 ($90,589.47) including interest at the rate of 7.50000% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on October 10, 2013 Said prem­ ises are situated in the Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast quarter of Section 7, Town 2 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the East quarter post of said Section 7, thence South 18 rods; thence West 9 rods, thence N;orth 18 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT AND ANY INFOR­ MATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by John H. Skaggs , a single man. Mortgagors. to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc as nominee for Homecomings Financial Network, Inc., Mortgagee, dated the 29th day of March, 2002 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 5th day of April, 2002 in Document #1077788 of Barry County Records, said Mortgage having been assigned to Green Tree Servicing LLC on which mort­ gage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Sixty One Thousand Four Hundred Fifty Seven & 35/100 (S61,457.35), and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof.. Now,, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage, and pur­ suant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 17th day of October, 2013 at 1:00 PM o'clock Local Time, said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Ml (that being the building where, the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be neces­ sary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with Interest thereon at 6.875 per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Baltimore, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 8 West, distant South 89 degrees 49 min- rods, thence East 9 rods to place of beginning. Commonly known as: 9 West Brogan If the property is eventually sold at foreclosure sale, the redemption period will be 6.00 months from the date of sale unless the property is aban­ doned or used for agricultural purposes. If the property is deter­ mined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 and/or 600.3241a, the redemption peri­ od will be 30 days from the date of sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. If the property is presumed to be used for agricultural purposes prior to the date of the foreclosure sale pursuant to MCL 600.3240, the redemption period is 1 year. Pursuant to MCL 600.3278, if the property is sold at a foreclosure sale, the borrower(s) will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mort­ gage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemp­ tion period. TO ALL PUR­ CHASERS: The foreclosing mort­ gagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages are, if any, limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have cer­ tain rights. Dated: September 7, 2013 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York as successor trustee for JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Trustee for the benefit of the Certrficateholders of Equity One ABS, Inc. Mortgage PassThrough Certificates Series 2004-3 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180, Bloomfield Hills, Ml 48302, 248-335-9200 Case No. 130MI00552-1 (0907)(09-28) oe«2i5i4 utes 58 seconds East, 462.00 feet from the Northwest corner of said Section 34; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 45 seconds East parallel with the West line of said Section, 540.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 49 minutes 58 seconds East parallel with said North Section line, 324.27 feet to the West line of the East 535 feet of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of said Section 34; thence North 00 degrees 11 minutes 13 seconds West, 540.01 feet, along said West line to said North Section line; thence North 89 degrees 49 minutes 58 seconds West, 322.94 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to an ease­ ment for public highway purposes over the Northerly 33 feet thereof for Dowling Road, and any other easements or restrictions of record. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days imme­ diately following the sale. Pursuant to MCLA 600.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for dam­ aging the property during the redemption period. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney Dated; 9/14/2013 Green Tree Servicing LLC Mortgagee FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Green Tree Servicing LLC 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-3622600 GTSD FNMA Skaggs (09­ 14)(10-05) 06821982 LEGAL NOTICE Laundry Many washing machines use 40 or more gallons of water a load, whether you have a full load or only a couple of socks. Save up for a full load and make your water work efficiently. If it can be adjusted, set your machine for a smaller load. As with the dishwasher, you save energy and electricity, as well as water. For hand laundering, put a stopper in the washtub for both wash and rinse. Don’t let the faucet run. LEGAL �Page 10 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday September 28, 2013 IVATEff, continued from previous page advice, particularly when it’s time to replace an old fixture in the house. Try to get one that doesn’t use as much water. water-saving devices and fixtures are on the market, ranging from special reduced- flow showerheads to water-thrifty shallow-trap toilets. Showerhead adapters also are available to cut down water use in your existing fixture, although a little self-control in not turn­ ing faucets on full blast does just about as well at no cost at all. See a good plumbing supply or hardware store for Shut-off valves and emergencies Water heaters have been know to blow out and pipes have been known to burst. Occasionally, a faucet decides to become a foun­ tain. When this sort of thing LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT. COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mort­ gage made on July 3, 1998, by Richard W. Mason (a/k/a Richard Wayne Mason, a/k/a Rick Mason), a single man, as Mort­ gagor, given by him to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings. Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on July 7, 1998, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instru­ ment Number 1014628, which mortgage was assigned to Com­ mercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated March 16, 2012, recorded on March 20, 2012, in Instrument Number 201203200002838, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Forty-Seven Thousand Twenty-Two and 61/100 Dollars ($47,022.61); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mort­ gage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, Octo­ ber 31, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry Coun­ ty Courthouse in Hastings, Michi­ gan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF RUTLAND, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DE­ SCRIBED AS: Lot 17 Podunk Lake Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of plats on Page 7. Excepting and Reserv­ ing the Right-of-Way of a road­ way as now traveled across said land. Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan. Property address: 3159 Podunk Lake, Hastings, Michigan 49058 Prop­ erty Parcel: 08-013-210-016-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire one (1) year from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accor­ dance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: September 20, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hast­ ings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (09­ 28)(10-19) 0682397 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by RODERICK L. POWERS, AN UNMARRIED MAN and DIANE K. DIRETTE, A MARRIED WOMAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 31, 2005, and recorded on November 16, 2005, in Liber 1156361, on Page 1, and assigned by said mortgagee to FEDERAL NATIONAL MORT­ GAGE ASSOCIATION, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of NinetyThree Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-Seven Dollars and SixtyNine Cents ($93,237.69), includ­ ing interest at 6.125% 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 foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, At the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 01:00 PM o'clock, on October 24, 2013 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE SOUTHEAST FRACTIONAL 114 OF SECTION 18, TOWN 2 RANGE 9 WEST, NORTH, DESCRIBED AS BEGINNING AT A POINT WHERE THE HIGH­ WAY CROSSES THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 18, SAID INTERSECTION BEING APPROXIMATELY 574 FEET SOUTH OF THE EAST 1 / 4 POST OF SAID SECTION 18, THENCE NORTHWESTERLY 66 FEET ALONG THE HIGHWAY FOR PLACE OF BEGINNING, THENCE SOUTH TO THE HIGH WATER MARK OF GUERNSEY LAKE, THENCE NORTHWESTERLY ALONG THE SHORE OF THE LAKE 50 FEET. TOGETH­ ER WITH ANY AND ALL ACCRETIONS TO THE PROPERTY ALONG THE LINE PREVIOUSLY DESCRIBED, THENCE NORTH TO THE HIGHWAY, THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG THE HIGHWAY TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. If the above referenced property is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 600 of the Michigan Compiled Laws, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damag-ing the property during the i redemption period. FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 LBPS.003311 FNMA (09-21 )(10-12) 6822543 happens, you’ll want to know how to turn everything off. Either that or lay in a supply of wading boots. Most sinks, washbasins and toilets in the house have shutoff valves below them that cut off water to that par­ ticular fixture. The water heater also has a shutoff valve to cut off hot water to the entire house. Unfortunately, most of us don’t have shutoffs for bath­ tubs and showers, because the plumbing is usually behind the wall. Check your house now and identify every shutoff valve; see if they work. Most important, check for the main shutoff valve that turns off the entire house. It’s usually located where the water pipe comes into the house. Check to see if it works. Ifyou don’t have one or if it doesn’t work, ask a LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy Vanderlaan and Lindsay Vanderlaan, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.,as nominee for First Magnus Financial Corporation, an Arizona Corporation, its successors or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 30,2006 and recorded January 4, 2007 in Instrument Number 1174669, Barry .County Records, Michigan. Said mort­ gage is now held by ‘Quicken Loans Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Thirty and 35/100 Dollars ($85,430.35) including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on OCTOBER 10, 2013. Said premises are located in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan,, and are described as: Lot 3 and 4, Block 20 of Keeler's Addition, according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 12, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing can mortgagee 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. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL . , the borrower will be 600.3278, held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ erty, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: September 7, 2013 Orlans Associates, P.C.. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 13-011852 (09-07)(09-28) 06821519 plumber to stop by and cor­ rect the situation. The great outdoors States that enjoy warm weather during most of the year often find half, or more, of the water piped into homes goes right back out through hoses onto lawns and gardens. Northern states find the same in summer months. It’s a fact of life that when more water is used outside, more is wasted there. Blit you don’t have to let your lawn turn brown or the car turn dusty to conserve water. Use common sense instead. The basic principle of lawn and garden watering is not to give them more than they need. Don’t follow a fixed schedule. Water when the grass or plants show signs of heeding it. During a cool or cloudy spell, you don’t need to water as often. Heat and wind rob your lawn of water before they can use it Avoid watering on windy days and you’ll avoid having most of the water go where you don’t want it. Water in the cool of the day, both to avoid excess evapo­ ration and the chance of harming the lawn. Weeds are water thieves, too, so keep the garden free of them. Let water sink in slowly.’ If water is applied quickly, most of it will run off into gutters. Also, ifyou let water sink deep, the lawn will develop deeper roots and won’t need watering as often, as well as being more resistant to disease and wear. A kitchen timer is a handy reminder for turning off sprinklers. And, make sure when the sprinklers are on that they cover just the lawn or garden, not sidewalks, driveways and gutters. Other outdoor use Your garden hose can pour out 600 gallons or more in only a few hours. Remember that when you leave the sprinkler running all day or leave the hose unattended. Thousands of gallons can be lost in a very short time. When washing the car, use the hose only for rinsing. Running water in the drive­ way won’t get the car any cleaner. Another water waster is using the hose to sweep away leaves. Use a rake and broom to clean up sidewalks, driveways and gutters. Meet your meter Your water meter is the best detective in the home. It can tell whether you have sizeable leaks, as well as how much water various appliances are using. All you have to do is learn its lan­ guage. Most meters record gal­ lons just as your car’s odometer records mileage. However, some show cubic feet of water used. For these, you can multiply the figure shown by 7.5, the approxi­ mate number of gallons in one cubic foot. Note that these meters are never reset. To find how much water you’ve used in any given period, just sub­ tract the number of gallons used on your last bill from the current meter reading. Some meters come in a circular-reading style. No problem. Read each dial, in turn, to find the total. If the pointer is between two fig­ ures, read the lower number. Now, go do some check­ ing: 1. If it’s summer, turn on the sprinkler and watch the meter dial move, for precise­ Antiques ly one minute. Multiply the ALLEGAN ANTIQUE number of gallons times 60 MARKET: Sunday, September 29th. 400 exhibitors, rain for the quantity used per or shine. 8:00am-4:00pm, lo- hour. Then estimate how catedd at the Fairgrounds long you usually leave the right in Allegan, Michigan. sprinkler running. You may $4-00 admission. 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Wait for a member of the family to step into the shower and follow the same timing routine. Check the volume consumed in one minute and multiply by the number of minutes a normal shower in your family takes. 3. Watch the meter dial through a full fill cycle on the automatic washer. And remember that each wash gets more than twice as much water for both wash and rinse cycles. 4. For leak detection, turn everything off carefully, so no water is being used any­ where in .the house. Then check the position of the meter dial for about 15 min­ utes. If it hasn’t moved, con­ gratulations. You have a rel­ atively water-tight home. But if it has moved, start checking hose connections, faucets and toilets (with food coloring, remember?). Sometimes a meter locat­ ed outside the house, at curb­ side, will indicate a leak when everything inside seems tight. The leak may be hidden underground in the pipes. Cali a plumber for advice. A good way of life Water conservation is a good way of life. Remember where water comes from and where it goes. A toilet flush can use up to seven gallons, water .taps run at about five gallons a minute while wait­ ing for hot or cold, showers use three to eight gallons a minute and leaks can soak up hundreds or even thousands of gallons a day. . It isn’t hard to conserve water; it doesn’t change pur lives drastically. It’s mostly a matter of using common sense. Think about water — and when you do — think about conserving it. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national'origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. 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Pennfield knocked off Maple Valley’s varsity football team 42-6 in Nashville, bumping the Lions’ record to I-4. Lion senior Austin Gonser returned the opening kick-off 99 yards for a touchdown. “(Pennfield is) pretty strong and tough. We came out ready -to play. We Burnett, and Jamie Collige’s returned the opening kick-off extra-point kickp put the p 99 yards, which sets a new Panthers up 7-6. They held school record. That was pret-the lead for the rest of the tty awesome,” said Lion head night coach Brian Lincoln.. Following that score things Lincoln applied the word got scary for the Lions. The “awesome” to that first play, game had to stop three times but he said the words “scary” for Lions who were injured and “frustrating” summed up enough that there were trips much of the rest of the night to the hospital rather than for Maple Valley. football in their future plans. Pennfield answered with a Pennfield tacked on its secquick drive that ended in a 5- ond score not long after the yard touchdown run by Nick first two Lion injuries, getting a 38-yard touchdown on an interception return by nercepon reurn y Derek erek Lipps 34 seconds before the end of the opening quarter. The Panthers then added two touchdowns in the final four minutes of the first half, the first on a 9-yard run by Lipps and the second on a 37yard pass from Jake Grimes to Branden Rugg It was 28-6 at the break. The Lions struggled to move the ball offensively for much of the night, which wasn’t much of a surprise. “They were really good defensively, which we knew. I think they had given up 13 points coming into the night The interior oftheir defensive line is really, really good,” Lion head coach Brian Lincoln said. The Lions managed just 136 yards of offense, 135 of that coming on the ground. Ryan Mudge had nine carries for 30 yards, Dylan Kennedy II for 29 and Gonser had three for 29 yards to lead the Lion attack. Nick Schwartz added a 35yard rushing score on the Panthers’ first drive of the second half, then Pennfield tacked on a 19-yard yard touchdown run by Jonathan Clements with 2:11 to play. » “Our offensive line has been really strong all year, and they kept on battling Maple Valley defensive lineman Zack Rosenberger (53) holds on to Pennfield run- tough up front. Our kids ning back DaWan Smith as help arrives on a big fourth down stop by the Maple Valley never quit and played ‘til the defense in the first quarter of Friday night’s KVA contest at Maple Valley High School. end,” Lincoln said. The Lions put together a (Photo by Perry Hardin) long fourth quarter drive, try­ ing to tack on its first offen­ ---- —- — ■*■■*■■*** M8R8 MM* sive points of the night, but lost a fumble in the waning moments of the contest at the Pennfield 5-yard-line. 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State in Nashville • 852-0882 J �Page 12 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 28,2013 ‘Woolbur’ to visit Vermontville Township Library Friday The Vermontville Township Library will be holding an event celebrating the book Woolbur by Michigan author Leslie Helakoski, the 2013 “Michigan Reads One State, One Children’s Book” pro­ gram. This program is devoted to increasing early childhood literacy and pre­ reading readiness. Vermontville Township Library will share Woolbur Friday, Oct. 4, at 10 a.m. Participants will listen to the ways to accomplish every­ day tasks and shares his ideas with others. The Michigan Reads pro­ gram is modeled after the one-book, one-community concept and is designed to emphasize the importance of shared reading practices with babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and young school-age children. These practices set the stage for fluent reading achievement in children as they enter school. story and do crafts and activities relating to the story. This will be during the regular toddler story hour held weekly at the Vermontville Township Library, but the Woolbur program is open to all area children. In Woolbur, the pages are full of movement and activity as a lamb named Woolbur finds creative ways to go about his day. When Woolbur is asked to do things, he finds original lion splkers push Delton to four sufs The Lions were able to put some pressure on , the Panthers. Maple Valley’s varsity volleyball team came out and won the first set in its Kalamazoo Valley Association match with visit­ ing Delton Kellogg Wednesday. The Panthers rallied to score an 18-25, 25­ 17, 25-9, 25-20 victory, but the match was close most of the way through. Hadley Joppie led the Lion attack with nine kills and Kandys Larsen had eight. Taylor Medina also chipped in four kills and Megan Bonney had three. Larsen also led the defen­ sive effort with 18 digs, and had 17 assists as well. Joppie had ten digs and Jordan Woodman and Emily Morris had seven each. Jordan Woodman and Larsen had two aces each. Taylor Jo Lamance had an ace in limited action, and also had a perfect score on the Lion’s team pass rating scale. Larsen had a fine night passing the ball as well, meeting team goals in pass­ ing rating, blocks, digs, kills and aces per set. Joppie (kills) and Woodman (aces) also reached team goals. Maple Valley is 0-4 in the KVA after the loss to the Panthers. They face the league’s green and gold Panthers at Pennfield High School Wednesday. The Lions head to Springport for a tournament next Saturday (Oct. 2). ©PEN HOUSE FEATURING THE ALL NEW rist *Drawings Flowers for the ladies Anniversary We have doubled our floor space to 4,500 sq ft with 5,000 sq. ft. of storage and delivery facilities. 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(Photo by Perry Hardin) � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-10-05.pdf 48a055d29a25cab0ee190af429cc771b PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLE n e \ns Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 A local paper oftoday! Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 40, October 5, 2013 Homecoming candidates announced LeeAnn Dunkelberger addresses Nashville Village Council members on behalf of kids who desire a skate park in Putnaifl Park. Teens approach village council, asking about skate park Maple Valley king and queen candidates for fall homecoming are seniors (from left) Bailey Blodgett and Anthony Mahler; Ivy Braden and Austin Rood;.Jacey Wood and Micah Bromley. Friday, Oct. 18, the Lions will take on Galesburg Augusta in the homecoming varsity football game. The prince and princess candidates for Maple Valley fall homecoming are (from left) freshmen Auzzie Fuller and Isaac Fisher; sophomores Allie Hickey and Jarrett Hickey; juniors Felix Pena and Olivia Ricketts. Homecoming is Friday, Oct. 18. New insurance plan covers such venues by Shari Carney Staff Writer The Nashville Village office filled up Thursday, Sept. 29, for the monthly vil­ lage council meeting when several local youths repre­ senting the MV Freaks and Lightning Bugs arrived. LeeAnn , Dunkelberger, speaking on behalf of the teens, expressed the need for a skate park in the village to give kids a safe place to ride. She proposed the park be constructed within the boundaries of Putnam Park. Initially, the grounds of Kellogg Community Center were under consideration, but they are now “complete­ ly. off the table,” said Dunkelberger. She did not elaborate, except to say, it was not going to work out. Gage Sisson spoke of her friend Gage Merica. Merica is president of the MV Freaks. “He is very talented,” said Sisson. “Where is he sup­ posed to go?” Church family, community make Father Philip Stephan feel welcome basketball court — Father smiles the man who, as a bom I always saw people who by Doug VanderLaan Stephan’s modest stature also Catholic in an 85 percent were so welcoming and so Editor Even in his native India, sets him apart from those who Hindu land, counts his call to loving. There was acceptance Father Philip Stephan was can dunk or sink three-point-the priesthood as a gift that of the need to work together part of a minority. When he ers. allows him to transcend any as one community, one famiBut minority status may be feelings of cultural differ-ly.” left to pastor in Sicily and The son of a 24-year Indian then came to America as a what’s made the new priest at ence. “I came to understand that military veteran who particiCatholic school vicar, minori-St. Rose of Lima Parish in ty status became even more Hastings and St. Cyril in the world was quite different pated in the India-Pakistan Nashville the gifted leader from India, but coming to War who counts a mother and apparent. know Catholicism allowed • On that great equalizer for that he is. See PRIEST, page 6 “I was well prepared,” me to work in parishes where all men and women — the Gage Merica tells the Nashville Village Council mem­ bers of the desire of youths in the village to have a skate park. He said the kids intend to dedicate the park in memory of Trent Moore. Moore dreamed of a skate park in Nashville before he died in June. The two clubs have raised close to $400 from bottle drives and concession sales during events at the Kellogg building. A grant for $3,300 has also been awarded from the Youth Advisory Council. “The grant must be used by April,” said Dunkelberger. Merica brought tears to many eyes speaking of the desire to dedicate the skate park in memory of Trent Moore, a Nashville teen who drowned in June. A lengthy discussion fol­ lowed as council members took turns expressing interest in the proposal but shared concern over liability issues. The conversation culminated with a deadline to have infor­ mation from the village See SKATE PARK, page 2 In This Issue • Emily Mater leaves Putnam but remains in.area • Vermontville has a new village clerk • Lions fall to Pennfield spikers, prep for purple game in Hastings • Lion boys fall in first two rounds of KVA soccer tourney �Page 2 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, October 5, 2013 Emily Mater leaves Putnam but remains in area familiar face at Putnam District Library is leaving after more than five years. Emily Mater, children’s director and former assistant director is focusing her atten­ tion on the position of direc­ tor of children’s ministry and family programming for Grace Church in Nashville. “The best part of this job is all the people,” said Mater during an open house held in her honor Wednesday at Putnam. The former Emily Butler and husband, Joe, have four children, Abigail, age 14; Jared, 12; Travis, 9; and Julia, 7. The couple own and operate a family farm in Nashville and the children attend Maple Valley Schools. The family has been attending Grace Church for 15 years. “I’ve been juggling too many balls,” said Emily, whose new position offers flexible hours. “I will be able to spend more time with my Alli Reser presents a gift to Emily Mater at an open house Wednesday, while Alli’s mom, Dawn Reser, looks on. Mater is leaving Putnam District Library as the chil­ dren’s director after more than five years of service. family — all four are in the musical [’Shrek’].” Putnam District Library Director Shauna Swantek recalled the first time she met Emily. “It was during a Santa’s visit at the library,” said Swantek. “I remember them coming in as a family and thinking, ‘This is what I love and what I want to be a part of.’” Swantek and Mater have forged a deep friendship over their years of serving togeth- Vermontville has a new village clerk by Shari Carney Staff Writer Marissa Derusha has been appointed clerk for the Village of Vermontville. She was offered the position after Kathy LeSeur resigned. Derusha, a 1997 Hastings graduate, is married to for­ mer Vermontville Village Council Trustee Nathan Derusha. The couple has three children, Erin, age 10; Aidan, 8; and Evan, 7. The children attend Maple Valley schools. Training has begun and is expected to continue due to the complexities of the job, said Laurie Tamez, certified public accountant. Tamez expects to be working with Derusha a few months. Among the clerk’s duties are accounts payable, pay- er. “I know she’ll be nearby — she had a passion for this library before I came,” said Swantek. “It’s been a blessing; the people I serve and those I have worked with,” said Emily Mater is celebrated for her service as the children’s director at Putnam District Library with an open house Wednesday. Mater has taken a new job as children’s director and family events coordinator for Grace Church. Emily as she quickly turned to smile as a young child offered her a parting gift, SKATE PARK, continued from page 1 Gage Sisson, member of Lightning Bugs, a youth group in Nashville, addresses vil­ lage council members Thursday, Sept. 26, to ask them to consider allowing a skate park to be built in Putnam Park. lawyer and insurance compa­ ny by the next meeting, Thursday, Oct 10. Marissa Derusha has been appointed clerk for the In. a follow-up interview Village of Vermontville. Friday, Oct. 4, Clerk Cathy roll, federal tax deposits, dis­ and compliance with payroll Lentz said the village has learned the skate park would pensing of fringe benefits tax forms. Monthly reconciliations of be covered under the new the record books with the policy. She said this came as treasurer also are required, as a surprise to the agent who / Pancakes! Biscuits & Gravy! Eggs! well as scheduling village said this is the first he has 1 Sausage 1 Homemade Toasted Bread! and committee meetings and seen. Usually an additional recording and typing the rider must be purchased at a Come enjoy breakfast cooked substantial cost. minutes. and served by the men ofthe “It looks pretty hopeful,” Derusha will be in the vil­ VERMONTVILLE lage office Monday through said Village President Frank Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. To Dunham in a follow-up con­ THODIST CHURCH reach Derusha, call 517-726­ versation. “I think this is Saturday, October 12 something we can work out. 1429. from 8am-10am It is just a matter of putting (Proceeds going, to the pieces together... a legal Judy & Sherm Scott) Maple Valley student count down Maple Valley officials learned Wednesday that enrollment is lower than expected. Wednesday, Oct. 2, was count day for all* Michigan public schools. Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon reported an unofficial student count for Maple Valley of 1,137. This is down 72 from the 2012-13 academic year, and 27 fewer than the projected 2013-14 budget Fuller Elementary report­ ed 451 students; the junior/senior high school, 601 and Pathways High School, 85. The counts are unofficial until mid-October, when they are finalized. agreement between the par­ ties outlining whose respon­ sible for what.” Dunham added the village attorney will be sending more information as to how to proceed. “We have a plan,” Dunkelberger told the coun­ cil. “With your permission, we want to take ownership of it — to take care of it.” CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Oct 6-12 Oct 8 Oct 9-20 Oct 16 Oct 12&13 Oct 19&20 Oct 23 Oct 28 National 4-H Week Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Expo Center TSC Clover Days Nqn-livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office 4-H Visual Arts and Crafts Workshop, Kettunen Center Arts & Eats, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., free self-driving tour of local farms, restaurants and artist stu­ dios Dairy Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Hastings SPAGHETTI BENEFIT DINNER for at... Becky Wheeler v.f.w. in Nashville Adults $10 • 10 & Under $5. ALL PROCEEDS GO FOR BECKY’S STEM CELL TREATMENTS 36823559 50-50 DRAWING SILENT AUCTION �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, October 5,2013 — Page 3 Sheriff completes training in Colorado Teens are invited to decorate Putnam District Library Teens Own the Night. Sheriff Thomas Reich of the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office completed the 104th session of the National Sheriffs’ Institute held in Aurora, CO, Sept. 8 to 14. The NSI is the only national executive development pro­ gram designed for sheriffs. This no-cost program is co­ sponsored by the National Institute of Corrections and the National Sheriffs’ Association. Sheriff Reich joined 26 other sheriffs from across the country for training on con­ temporary challenges facing America’s sheriffs today. In light of those challenges, the sheriffs explored the role of the local sheriff in providing Monday from 6 to 8 p.rh. for effective leadership for the public good in such areas as public safety, criminal jus­ tice system policy, commu­ nity relations, and organiza­ tion effectiveness and effi­ ciency. served. “Sheriff Reich is a leader Own the Night is held with vision for the Eaton every other Monday. Call the County Sheriff’s Office,” library, 517-852-9723, for said Fred G. Wilson, NSA more information. director of operations. “It is an honor to have Sheriff Reich join the more than 2,500 graduates of the NSI since 1973.” The NIC is a division of the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Prisons. It is the primary federal source of technical assistance, train­ Exchange coordinator. ing, and information services The group also will dis­ cuss future topics and asks for state and local correcthat attendees come prepared with ideas. Those . with knowledge of a frugal living topic as encouraged to con­ sider being an instructor. Membership is informal and not required to attend any of the meetings. For more information, call Help for the Holidays, a the library, 517-852-9723; email lscott@pumamlib.org; Barry County program to or follow the Frugal Living help those in need at Exchange group on Christmas time, will begin to collect names Monday, Oct. Facebook. 14, and continue through Wednesday, Nov. 27. Anyone needing to sign up may do so at the following locations: Delton area Delton District Library, Monday, Wednesday or Friday from 9 Stars” will be Saturday, Oct. a.m. to 5 p.m.; Tuesday or Thursday from 10 a.m. to 1 19, from 8 to 11 p.m. Library Halloween preparations begin ^i Area teens are invited to help decorate the library for Halloween during Teens Own the Night. This event, for students in sixth to 12th grades, will be Monday, Oct. 7, from 6 to 8 p.m. in Putnam District Library. • Decorations will be pro­ vided and treats will be Frugal Living Exchange to meet Tuesday xifJopuHfii’iE isreiBctssdefte tspi tot 1 I [tattaioklto Pressing apple cider will be the feature Tuesday when Putnam District Library’s Frugal Living Exchange group reconvenes at 6:30 p.m. Diane Alieva-Davis will instruct the group in the art of apple cider pressing using a portable cider press. “The key to having great­ tasting cider is having a vari­ ety of different kinds of apples,” said Davis. “This will mostly be for the experi­ ence and to get a small taste of cider.” Members with access to apples are encouraged to bring a variety. People with bee allergies are encouraged to bring an epi pen due to the chance of attracting bees to the event. Davis also men­ tioned members may want to bring presliced cucumbers, which are a natural bee deter­ rent. “Everyone is welcome to get a taste of pressing your own cider and explore what the Frugal Living Exchange is all about,” said Laura Scott, Frugal Living t-& iWF wgm ftnUodton^ Maple Valley Schools leadership class announces “50 Years of Pride” as the theme for the fall homecom­ ing. Activities begin Monday, Oct. 14, during the two high school lunch hours. Monday is a hay-bale toss, Tuesday, trick-shot contest; Wednesday, half-court shot; Thursday, longest punt; and Friday, longest field goal. The two dress-up days are Thursday, class color day and Friday, spirit day. Class colors are, fresh­ men, yellow and gray; soph­ omores, red and brown; jun­ iors, orange and purple; sen­ iors, black and pink. Each class has a 1960s Call 945-9554 any time for Maple Valley News ads! inspired theme, with fresh­ men, cars; sophomores, tele­ vision; juniors, music; and seniors space race. Candidates for king and queen are seniors Ivy Braden and Austin Rood, Jacey Wood and Micah Bromley, and Bailey Blodgett and Anthony Mahler. Prince and princess candi­ dates are juniors Felix Pena Collier and Olivia Ricketts; sophomores Allie Hickey and Jarrett Hickey; freshmen Auzzie Fuller and Isaac Fisher. Voting will be Wednesday, Oct. 16, in all third-hour classes. The culmination of events will be a parade Friday, Oct. 18, beginning at the VFW hall in Nashville and ending at Carl’s Supermarket. The football game will feature the Maple Valley Lions tak­ ing on the Galesburg Augusta Rams. The semi-formal home­ coming dance “Night of tions. NIC provides a wide variety of services to the nation’s jails, most of which are the responsibility of sher­ iffs. The NSA is a non-profit professional association located in Alexandria, Virginia. NSA represents the nearly 3,100 elected sheriffs across the nation and has more than 18,000 members, including law enforcement professionals, state and fed­ eral government employees, concerned citizens, students, and others. Since 1940, NSA has served as an information clearinghouse for law enforcement professionals. NSA also provides manage­ ment training for sheriffs and their personnel in court secu­ rity, crime victim services, domestic violence, homeland security initiatives, jail oper­ ations, and traffic safety. Additionally, NSA adminis­ ters the Neighborhood Watch and Triad program. Help for the Holidays registration begins soon Students going back in 5S time for homecoming week t-totAeatrfi’ Sheriff Thomas Reich (center) completes the 104th session of the National Sheriffs’ Institute. Local tractor clubs planing color tour p.m.; or Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m, Nashville area Nashville Village Clerk’s office Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The clerk’s office will be taking applications through Dec. 6. Freeport area — Freeport District Library during regu­ lar hours. Call 616-765-5181 for more information. Residents in all other areas should sign up* at Barry County Cares (formerly Love Inc.) between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. The office is located at 305 S. Michigan Ave.] ^Diana’s H^ace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 • 06799647 . The Charlton Park Gas and Steam Club and Barry County Antique Gas and Steam Club are ushering in the fall season with a color tour Saturday, Oct. 12. The public is invited to join in a tour of the country­ side and view the changing colors. Departure will be from Historic Charlton Park, 2545 S. Charlton Park Road, Hastings, at 10 a.m. and will proceed to Moo-Ville Creamery, on M-66 south of Nashville, for lunch. Due to bridge construc­ tion, event organizers recom­ mend accessing the park north of the Thomapple River. “Bring your own tractor or call Charlton Park by noon Oct. 11 to reserve space on its wagon (availability will be on a fitst-come, firstserved basis),” said Stacey Graham, office manager at Charlton Park. “Cost is free; however, lunch is not includ­ ed. Please dress for the weather. In the event of inclement morning weather, the tour may be canceled.” For additional informa­ tion, visit www.charltonpark.org or call 269-945­ 3775. Historic Charlton Park is located between Hastings and Nashville, north of M-79 on Charlton Park Road. ft • AS Fall is a beautiful time oftheyear. Take a nice color tour drive, enjoy the beauty then drop by for a delicious homemade dinner. Jack & Judy's Country Kettle . Cafe . JOIN US-WE’LL MAKE THE MEAL AS GREAT AS THE DRIVE! 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Home Cookin' at Its Best! ___________06823598 �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, October 5,2013 Louise G. Bahs NASHVILLE, MI - Louise Bahs, age 86, of Nashville, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2013 at Woodlawn Meadows in Hastings. Louise was the daughter of the late Lloyd and Elizabeth (Ritchie) Wilcox. She was a partner and bookkeeper of Bahs Dairy Farm, and drove truck and tractors for her hus­ band, Carl Bahs who preced­ ed her in death in 1995. She was an accomplished seamstress, a 4-H leader, an active member of the Nashville EUB and United Methodist Churches. She was also a recent inductee to the Hastings Bowling Hall of Fame. She held many offices in the Hastings WIBA. She was a lifetime member ofthe 600 club and won numerous bowling tournaments. Her passions included her children, grandchildren and a love of travel. She spent many winters in Mexico and traveled as far as Hawaii, Alaska, Europe, Hong Kong, Istanbul, London, Ireland and Paris. Louise is survived by her children, John (Susan) Bahs of Nashville, Geri (Clyde) Jackson of Oahu, HI, Brian (Deborah) Bahs of Olympia, WA; two sisters, Lucille Angela (Brandon) Roscoe, Rebekah (Brian) Rogers, Malissa (David) Coy, Nicholas (Jeannie) Childs; and 16 great grandchildren. Funeral services took place Wednesday, October 2, 2013, at the Nashville United Methodist Church with Pastor Nancy Fancher offici­ ating. Interment took place at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Memorial contributions can be made to the Nashville United Methodist Church, Louise G. Bahs Memorial Fund; Spectrum Hospice, or the charity ofyour choice. Funeral arrangements have Henry Drummond (Doug Acker) defends Bertram Cates (Michael Moray) as been entrusted to Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. reporter E.K. Hornbeck (Eric Anderson) and the mayor (Mike Kasinsky) look on in a Please visit our website at scene from “Inherit the Wind.” Thornapple Player performances are this weekend www.danielsfuneralhome.net only Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Oct. 3 to 5, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 6, at 2 p.m. for further details. in The Dennison Performing Arts Center. (Photo by Patti Farnum) ‘Inherit the Wind’ on stage Slocum and Jane (Ray) Hickey; a brother, Kendal (Betty) Wilcox; a beloved sis­ ter-in-law, Betty Bahs; seven­ grandchildren, Jess (Denise) Bahs, Paul (Aimee) Bahs, Kimberly (Dave) Rector, tonight, tomorrow June Marie Martin OLD SUN CITY, FL- June Marie Martin, bom Oct 3, 1925 in Nashville passed away Sept 16, 2013 at her home in Old Sun City; of a heart attack. June graduated from Kellogg High School in 1943, was employed at Hastings Manufacturing until her retirement. June met and married her beloved husband, Bernard K. Martin, in 1944 who proceed­ ed her in death. June is survived by her two children Christopher Martin and Tamera Rettie; five grandchildren, Angel, Laura, Kyle, Rhiannion, Brittney; four great grandchildren, Paul, Roxanne, Taylor, Haylie. Dangers of radon explored in two upcoming meetings Radon is an odorless, col­ orless, tasteless radioactive gas that originates from natu­ ral uranium found in soil and rock. It is the leading envi­ ronmental cause of lung can­ cer in the United States, causing an estimated 21,000 deaths each year, more than 600 of those in Michigan. The average radon con­ centration in Eaton County is higher than the U.S. EPArecommended action level. The Department of Environmental Quality and State Rep. Mike Shirkey will host two information ses­ sions in October to help resi­ dents better understand the threats posed by radon gas. The average radon concentration in Eaton County is higher than the U.S. EPA recommended action level. Information sessions will run from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, at Eaton Rapids City Hall (second floor), 200 S. Main St., and Thursday, Oct. 10, in the Eaton Township offices, 3981 E. Clinton Trail, Charlotte. The sessions will include a presentation by DEQ’s radon “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 jjO (517)852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville 06815650 ........... Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Oct 7 Liver and onions, mashed potatoes/gravy, green beans, roll,orange. Tuesday, Oct 8 Oven fried chicken, sea­ soned butter beans, green beans, biscuit, applesauce. Wednesday, Oct 9 Hot dog, baked beans, coleslaw, bun, banana. Thursday, Oct 10 Spaghetti and meatballs, noodles with sauce, tossed salad, bread stick, peaches. Friday, Oct 11 Smothered pork chop and gravy, mashed potatoes, glazed carrot coins, com­ bread, apple. specialist on the source of radon, its health effects and how to test for and reduce elevated radon levels. Radon testing is easy, and elevated radon levels can be reduced. Eaton County resi­ dents are encouraged to attend either of the two pub­ lic information sessions to learn more about radon test­ ing, radon mitigation and Home Delivered radon-resistant construction Cold Menu techniques. Monday, Oct 7 Free radon test kits will be Sliced ham with cheddar provided to the first 50 atten­ cheese, potato salad, apple­ dees in each session. sauce. For more information, call Tuesday, Oct 8 the Statewide Radon Hotline, Tuna pasta salad, marinat­ 800-RADGN or 427-723­ ed vegetables, crackers, trop­ 6642. ical fruit. Wednesday, Oct 9 Chef salad, pasta salad, roll, pineapple. Thursday, Oct 10 Cottage cheese, black bean salad, citrus sections, granola bar. Friday, Oct 11 Chicken ' salad, broccoli raisin salad, bun, diced pears. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Oct. 7 Salisbury steak and gravy, mashed potatoes, spinach, orange, bread pudding. Tuesday, Oct 8 Beans and franks, cauli­ flower, rolls, apple crisp. Wednesday, Oct 9 Oven fried chicken, com, green beans, strawberry applesauce, cookie. Thursday, Oct 10 Spaghetti and meatballs in sauce, broccoli, mixed veg­ etables, banana. Friday, Oct 11 Smothered pork cutlet with gravy, mashed potatoes, glazed carrots, rolls, apple. Activities Calendar Monday, Oct 7 Hastings: October Birthday Party; TV Strings; BYOG; Card Making 9 a.m.; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Kinship Support 1:30-3 p.m.; Mini Massage 9 a.m.-noon. H,W,N - Remini-scence. Tuesday, Oct 8 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9 Hastings: Balance/Fall Prevention Presentation; Music with Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30­ 2:30 p.m. Woodland: Sing-a­ long. Thursday, Oct 10 Hastings:. Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30. Delton: Puzzles/ Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, Oct 11 - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Sing-a-Long; Visiting. Now Servicing Barry County BRANDI SOURCE MAJOR APPLIANCE Factory Trained Technicians Repair Service on all Major Brands • Appliances Repair (269) 945-5100 Your local agent insures your HAmej gKKKB FARM BUREAU WUB. INSURANCE* Mic&gats fnguroM& Ct>Hy><uu4 Lynn Denton 139 W. State Street Hastings 269-945-4520 ldenton@fbinsmi.com theLynnDentonAgency.com �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News- Saturday, October 5,2013 — Page 5 Nashville site of Barry County CROP Hunger Walk Oct. 13 The 31st annual Barry County CROP Hunger Walk will step off Sunday, Oct. 13, from Nashville’s St. Cyril Catholic Church to again make a committed effort to help families deal with hunger issues both locally and globally. Individuals, church groups, businesses, and any organization is invited to join the fun and the effort as walkers, sponsors, volunteers or prayer partners. Registration is set for 1:30 p.m. with instructions given and a prayer offered at 1:50 p.m. The three-mile CROP Hunger Walk will set out at 2 p.m., rain or shine, and is scheduled to be completed by 3 p.m. at the Nashville United Methodist Church. “Our goal this year is to have 200 walkers who raise $18,000,” says coordinator Nolan Hudson, who already has participants from 14 churches and businesses on his sign-up list. “Of those donations, 25 percent will be distributed in Barry County and the remainder is given to fight hunger around the world through the Church World Service organization.” Local recipient organiza­ tions will be Barry County Cares (formally Love Inc. of Hastings), the Hastings Community Food Pantry, Good Food for Freeport, Maple Valley Community Center of Hope and the Middleville Food Pantry.1 This year’s fundraiser will cany additional incentive for youth groups in the form of challenge gifts. Hudson and his wife, Joan, will donate $100 to any youth group that raises $500 in donations. In addition, Lary Jackson, area representative for Church World Service, has secured a donor who will match the Hudson’s gift. So, if a youth group raises $500, the Barry County CROP Walk will receive an additional $200. Runners are welcome to the event but, because of insurance and safety con­ cerns, recreational wheels such as bikes, rollerblades, scooters, and skateboards are discouraged. Wheelchairs, strollers, and wagons are welcome on the all-sidewalk course. Additional information and materials are available by calling the Hudsons at 517-852-1821. The couple is also willing to visit homes, organization, or business locations to discuss the importance of the CROP Walk and how to become involved. “It’s a wonderful time to join with others that are just as concerned in helping fam­ ilies deal with hunger, both here in Barry County and around the world,” says Hudson. “We can make a dif­ ference both locally and globally as we share the blessings given to us by our Creator.” The CROP Hunger Walk started in 1983 under the leadership of the late Larry Hollenbeck who died in May. In honor of Hollenbeck’s playful habit of wearing mismatched socks, Hudson is encouraging this year’s walkers to also don mismatched socks in honor of Hollenbeck’s leadership some 31 years ago, Hudson reminds, too, that participants can join the fight by being a walker or by sponsoring a walker. Donations can also be made directly to the CROP Hunger Walk with a check made payable to CWS/CROP. Donations are also being accepted online at the crophungerwalk.org website. From the Pulpit The light of Jesus Christ by Pastor Izzy Young First Congregational Church ofVermontville Luke 8:16 says, “No one, after lighting a lamp, covers it with a jar or puts it under a bed, but puts it on a stand, so that those who enter may see the light.” Many years ago, a boy was bom into a very dark world. His world knew much suffering and pain. His par­ ents fought. He often was forgotten. Other children at school would tease him simply for showing up every morning. Everywhere he turned, it seemed no light was to be found. The boy wished more than anything that he could disappear and no one would even know he was there. He took his time walking home from school, for home was the last place he wanted to be. When he finally made it home, he would disappear into the quietest part of the house in the hope that no one would know he was there. Then one day, a light found its way into the very dark world of this little boy. It was a light that was so very bright and so very warm. It was like nothing he had ever experienced before. This light became a comforting friend to the little boy who lived in a dark world. For the longest time, the little boy didn’t understand from where the light came or how long it would last. Then one day, he was taken to church, and the light that came to him was fully understood. The light that had become his friend in his dark world was the light of Jesus Christ. Jesus was the friend who had found him, held him and protected him from his dark world. This light of Jesus that was known in part in his dark little world, he now began to know in full, because someone brought him to a place full of this wonderful light. As the boy grew into a young man, the path before him was very clear. He must let the light of Jesus that was now a part of him shine for the whole world to see. He must let other children know that the light of Jesus Christ can break through any darkness that tries to keep out the light of God. What will you do with the light of Jesus that lives inside of you? MEAP testing time All students in grades three through ninth will be taking the Michigan Educational Assessment Program test in the next couple of weeks. This means it is important to give students every opportunity to be successful. Be assured the instruc­ tional staff has worked hard to prepare students for this assessment. Following are some tips to help students score well on the test. • Attend school every day a test is given. This eliminates the stress of having to schedule a make-up session. • Get a good night’s sleep. • Eat three healthy meals and supplement with healthy snacks. • Bring several sharpened pencils. • Dress comfortably to avoid unnecessary distractions. Third graders will be tested in reading and math; fourth and seventh graders in reading, math and writing; fifth and eighth grade students in reading, math and science; sixth graders in reading, math and social studies; and freshmen in social stud­ ies. Testing begins Tuesday, Oct. 8, and continues weekdays through Thursday, Oct. 17. Make-up days will be Friday, Oct. 18, and Monday through Friday, Oct. 21 to 25. There are many benefits for student success on the MEAP tests. The district receives accurate feedback with achieve­ ment results that helps the school adjust curriculum needs. Families benefit by receiving test scores helping them make decisions in educational planning. Roofing Quality roofing for 25 years. Specializing in ranch style homes. Licensed and fully insured. Always free estimates. FREE Gutter Guard With Purchase ofNew Roof! Call Dave “The Roofer” at 517-543-1002 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12/Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 1-269-731-5194. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School..................... 10 a. .m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........................ 11 a.m. Evening Worship............................... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting................................. 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) 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 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 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... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training . PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service..... .................... 6 Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Chariotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 am. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship.......................... ; .9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School............................... 10 ■A.M. Service............................... 11:15 P.M. Service...................................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. W.orship . 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................... 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 203 N. State, Nashville 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-726-0526 WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors 06600049 �Page 6 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, October 5,2013 Charlotte Performing Arts Center ready for new season Charlotte Performing Arts Center announces its 10th anniversary season. This year’s lineup of national and international artists has some­ thing for everyone. The season kicks off Thursday, Oct. 10, with rhythms and music from three-time Grammy-nominat­ ed group, Tiernpo Libre, whose style transcends the borders between classical, jazz and Cuban music. From Lincoln Center to the California World Fest, this group has been wooing audi­ ences of all ages for more than 10 years with its highenergy performances. With a reputation for spec­ tacular live performances, The Verve Pipe has been per­ forming to sold-out audiences across the United States and around the globe. This wellknown Michigan based will take the stage Saturday, Dec. 14. The band’s rock songs are distinguished by inventive arrangements, soul-searching lyrics and layered vocals. A special dinner and show package, featuring a choice of two three-course meals, is being offered through AEve. The menu has been created by Justin Straube, owner and executive chef of the Seasonal Grille in Hastings. Child care is also available through Alive. Television and movie actor, Tony-nominated Broadway star, and recording artist Tom Wopat will present his range of talent in an inti­ mate evening of entertain­ ment Friday, Jan. 17, 2014. With musical support from two fellow recording artists, Wopat’s engaging baritone voice blends seamlessly as the trio performs a potpourri of songs across multiple gen­ res of music punctuated with stories from his decades in the entertainment business. A special dinner-and-show package, featuring a prime rib and chicken champagne din­ ner, is being offered through the Eaton Area Senior Center. Hailed as “a gem” by The Wall Street Journal, “The Fantasticks” is the world’s longest-running production of any kind. “The Fantasticks,” performing Sunday, March 16, 2014, is a timeless fable of love, is a funny and roman­ tic musical about a boy, a girl, two fathers and a wall.- This family-friendly national tour performance is presented in a Steampunk-inspired fashion, featuring unique and beauti­ ful costumes and scenery. A special brunch and show package is being offered through the Eaton Area Senior Center. The Charlotte Performing Arts Center will celebrate its Part-time Drivers and Part-time Dispatchers Wanted: Dependable and motivated person. EATRAN will provide training for license. Knowledge of Eaton County very helpfill. Apply in person at: EATRAN 916 East Packard Hwy. Charlotte 10th anniversary season with an evening of appetizers, music and desert during a special night of entertainment Saturday, Nov. 16. The high­ light of the evening will be a performance by Las Vegas performer Gino Federici, whose melodramatic voice, backed by the best Lansingarea musicians, will guide guests through a medley pop­ opera to jazz, covering clas­ sics from The Great American and Italian song­ books and international favorites. “From Italy With Love ... Rat Pack Style” is an international musical extrava­ ganza. Other returning events coming to the performing arts center this season include V — The Ultimate Variety Show presented by the Eaton Area Senior Center Sunday, Oct. 13, and the Lansing Concert Band Holiday Concert Saturday, Dec. 7. In addition to these, the Capitol City Chordsmen bring A Barbershop Christmas to the stage Sunday, Dec. 15. The Charlotte Performing Arts Center box office offers a group sales discount on select shows for parties of 12 or more who purchase tickets in a single transaction. The discount and availability of tickets will vary by show. The box office also offers an a la carte discount when three or more professional shows are purchased. Call the box office for more information. Individual tickets for these shows and more are on sale via the website, www.CPACpresents.com, or at the box office. For more information about these and other upcoming events, call 517-541-5690. ShoSp aLvoec! al & We Have What You Need. • Hunting & Fishing L Licenses • Ammunition • Muzzle Loader Supplies 1 • Scents • Bait • Tackle • Custom Arrow Fletching • Boots • Turkey Calls 2 Ihometowni ,fjLUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 219 S. State in Nashville • 852-0882 PRIEST, continued from page 1 three siblings as part of his immediate family, Father Stephan is proud of the Catholic tradition instilled in him by his family. He’s proud, too, to point out that his home church, St Thomas Basilica, located in the city of Chennai and state of Tamil Nadu, is built on the tomb of St. Thomas the apos­ tle who went to India to preach the words of Jesus following Jesus’ death on the cross. “We are the children of St. Thomas, he brought the faith to us, and we’re deeply root­ ed,” explains Father Stephan, 42, of his Catholic upbring­ ing. He also proudly declares that St. Thomas Basilica is only one of three basilicas in the world built on the tombs of apostles. St. James, in Spain, is built atop the rest­ ing place of Jesus’ apostle James and the Vatican, com­ memorates the burial place of St. Peter. That perspective of family is what Father Stephan brings to his new assign­ ment, and it’s the same reception of welcome and love that he’s receiving just as he has at every other stop. “It’s a great feeling to be part of this great communi­ ty,” says Father Stephan. “Because people here know each other so well, I think it makes it easier for me to communicate with them.” Installation ceremonies for Father Stephan were held Sept. 11 at St. Rose, officiat­ ed by Bishop Paul J. Bradley, who was instrumen­ tal in not only bringing Father Stephan to his previ­ ous position as parochial vicar at St Monica Catholic School in Kalamazoo but to America itself. “Where one is needed, we are going to respond,” recounts Father Stephan. “Our mission to go into the whole world to proclaim His goodness. Our bishop was in need of priests, and we responded to his call.” Three other members of Father Stephan’s order, the Mission of St. Frances de Sales, responded to Bishop Bradley’s call and now head parishes in Watervliet, Paw Paw and Sturgis. The four often get together to fish, reminisce and to play their favorite game, basketball. Father Stephan’s second­ ary devotion is easily seen when he walks a visitor through his living quarters to retrieve a basketball that sits atop a credenza in his living room. “We had a team during my first year of seminary,” he says, in between shots at the parking lot hoop outside of the Hastings church. “I’ve Father Philip Stephan finds the common bonds of the cross to be a sign of family that eases any thoughts of homesickness. been introduced to football, and I’m starting to like it. I’ve played golf only once. It’s an interesting game.” He and his priesthood friends have attended Detroit Pistons games fairly regular­ ly and, when asked for his favorite player, can’t recall the name but specifies that, “he’s the tall one.” There’s no memory lapse in calling up his favorite verse of Scripture, John 2:5, “His mother said to the atten­ dants, ‘Do whatever he tells you.’” “He spoke to us through Scripture,” points out Father Stephan, “we need to follow Jesus. The people we meet and the events -that take place in this world are good and can be bad. When we experience tragedy, we need to pray to God, when we experience good, we need to praise God. We do what he tells us to do.” For Father Philip Stephan, it’s a command that has helped him transcend every cultural difference; it’s a directive that draws him closer to every person with a warm welcome and with love. 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"■Mui Mui "•sir- BjtyitBto ■**i Got cat bi Htaitih Fifcsti inn xs t!ii®uj ifeiot bdjtd bn fin: sRhH oinlffiKl raise- tan fate ifiRbss isttrap: mriar BiikoB bt JS***** **’ ^»«” $>* fJXJWX JW « «* ,„C “J"* 1 «»«•* «•* *5^/ Think about water. It’s yours for the asking, 24 hours a day. All you have to do is turn a faucet But now think again. The water you use doesn’t come magically from nowhere, It is carefiilly manu­ factured — clean, safe and piped directly into your home — a valuable resource that shouldn’t be;wasted. Water will eventually recy­ cle itself. But high-quality water that we need and expect in our homes is not an infinite resource. Besides, you’re pay­ ing for every drop whether it’s used or wasted. So conserva­ tion can be a boon to your pocketbook, too. Water conservation is a good way of life. Let’s prac­ tice it together. Saving in the home Household water conserva­ tion not only saves water, it saves energy too; energy need­ ed to heat water and to run appliances. The bathroom is where you can make the most substantial reduction in your personal water use. About 50 persent of the water used in an average home is used in the bathroom, mostly for flushing toilets and for showers and baths. A lot of that water may be going to the sewer needlessly, adding to the volume of sewage and putting an extra burden on treat­ ment plants. Toilets Every time a toilet is flushed about four gallons of water goes into the sewer. There are two ways to cut down. First, don’t use the toi­ let for things it was not meant for. Second, reduce the amount of water used per flush. Toilets should not be used as trash cans to flush away tis­ sues, gum wrappers, cigarette butts, spiders, diapers or any­ thing else meant for a waste­ basket or garbage can. All of us do it at one time or another, but use ofthe toilet as a waste­ basket is just a phenomenal waste of water. Imagine pouring two two-gallon buckets of water on a bitty spider or piece oftissue. Ridiculous. Most toilets use more water than is really necessary and work just as well with less. So you can put a brick in the tank to displace, some of the water — right? Wrong. The extra weight might crack your tank. And, the brick might begin to disinte­ grate after a while, causing serious and expensive prob­ lems in the plumbing. Use a plastic laundry detergent bottle instead, it’s safe, easy and inexpensive. Fill a few bottles with water to weight them and put them in the tank. CAUTION: Don’t put the bottles where they’ll jam the flushing mechanism. And be sure you .don’t displace so much water that you have to double-flush to get the toilet to work. Double flushing wastes more than you save. Toilets? are notorious for their hidden leaks. They can waste hundreds of gallons a day undetected. Leaks occur when the toilet is out of adjust­ ment or when parts are worn, so it’s important to chek the toilet periodically. It’s not hard or complicated. Most toilet leaks are at the overflow pipe or at the plunger ball. If it’s at the overflow, the water level is usually too high, although the overflow pipe sometimes may leak below the waterline. Gently bend the arm until the valve shuts off the water about, a half inch below the top of the overflow pipe. Sometimes the valve is worn and will run like a leaky faucet and must be replaced. If you’re an experienced do-ityourselfer, you can dp the job. Otherwise, call a plumber. Plunger-ball leaks aren’t as easy to spot the best way to check is by dropping a little food coloring into a tank full of clear water and waiting to see ifthe color shows up in the bowl. If it does, you probably have a leak at the plunger ball, either because the ball needs replacing or because the mechanism is out of align­ ment This is a relatively simple repair for a do-it-yourselfer. Showers and bathtubs People used to think showers were less wasteful than tub baths. But they failed to take into consideration the fact that many of us spend 10 to 20 minutes or more in the show­ er. Since most showers pour out between three and eight gallons per minute, that can add up in a hurry. Time your­ self next time you step under the spray. The odds are you really don’t need to stand there that long, nor do you need the shower running full blast. And although a partially filled tub uses far less water than a long shower, a short shower uses less than a full tub. Shaving, toothbrushing Doa’t leave the water run­ ning. Run as much as you need, then turn offthe tap until you need some more. Unused water goes straight down the drain and this adds up to a whale-of-a-lot of wasted water. Kitchen Automatic dishwashers claim the most water in kitchens, about seven to 14 gallons per run. The secret here is to make sure the wash­ er is fully loaded before you turn it on. The dishwasher is going to take that 10 gallons whether it’s full of dishes or just a couple ofcups. Don’t bother rinsing the dishes in the sink before you put them in the dishwasher. Scrape them clean and let the machine do the rest Are you the dishwasher in your household? Remember not to wash dishes with the water running. A sinkful of wash water and one of rinse water will do the job as well. Don’t let the faucet run when you scrub vegetables or prepare other foods. Put a stopper in the sink instead. For a cold drink of water, don’t stand at the sink, letting water run endlessly. Store a jug of ice water in the refriger­ ator. Laundry Many washing machines use 40 or more gallons of water a load, whether you have a full load or only a cou­ ple of socks. Save up for a full load and make your water work efficiently. If it can be adjusted, set your machine for a smaller load. As with the dishwasher, you save energy and electricity, as well as water. For hand laundering, put a stopper in the washtub for both wash and rinse. Don’t let the faucet run. Leaks A little leak loses lots. Just a slow drip can add up to 15 to 20 gallons a day and a small faucet leak wastes 100 gallons in 24 hours. Most leaks, aside from toi­ lets are in faucets and are most commonly caused by worn washers. Check all the faucets in the house once or twice a year. If any drip after you’ve turned them off firmly, turn off the supply line, take the. faucet apart and replace the washer. Usually it’s not hard, although some faucet designs do present a challenge. Any good household do-it-yourself book offers easy-to-understand advice if you need it. It’s important to get the size right. The washer has to fit inside a sort of cup on the valve stem and spread out to the edges when it’s screwed down. If the drip is still there when you’re done, something else may be wrong. Get in touch with a plumber. Ifthe leak is in one of those faucets with a single lever or joystick that controls both the hot and cold, the disassembly and repair is still relatively simple, but entirely different from the valve, stem-andwasher type. A good hardware or plumbing supply store will have necessary replacement pars and can probably direct you to a good instruction source, if you need it. store for advice, particularly when it’s time to replace an old fixture in the house. Try to get one that doesn’t use as much water. Shut-off valves and emer­ gencies Water heaters have been know to blow out and pipes have been known to burst. Occasionally, a faucet decides to become a fountain. When this sort of thing happens, you’ll want to know how to turn everything off. Either that or lay in a supply of wading boots. Most sinks, washbasins and toilets in the house have shut­ off valves below them that cut off water to that particular fix­ ture. The water heater also has a shutoff valve to cut off hot water to the entire house. Unfortunately, most of us don’t have shutoffs for bath­ tubs and showers, because the plumbing is usually behind the wall. Check your house now and identify every shutoff valve; see if they work. Most important, check for the main shutoff valve that turns off the entire house. It’s usually located where the water pipe comes into the house. Check to see if it works. If you don’t have one or if it doesn’t work, ask a plumber to stop by and correct the situation. The great outdoors States that enjoy warm weather during most of the year often find half, or more, of the water piped into homes goes right back out through hoses onto lawns and gardens. Northern states find the same in summer months. It’s a fact of life that when more water is used outside, more is wasted there. But you don’t have to let your lawn turn brown or the car turn dusty to conserve water. Use common sense instead. The basic principle of lawn and garden watering is not to give them more than they need. Don’t follow a fixed schedule. Water when the grass or plants show signs of needing it. During a. cool or cloudy spell, you don’t need to water as often. Heat and wind rob your lawn of water before they can use it. Avoid watering on windy days and you’Jl avoid find the total. If the pointer is having most of the water go between two figures, read the where you don’t want it. lower number. Water in the cool of the day, Now, go do some checking: both to avoid excess evapora­ 1. If it’s summer, turn on tion and the chance ofharming the sprinkler and watch the the lawn. Weeds are water meter dial move for precisely thieves, too, so keep the gar­ one minute. Multiply the num­ den free ofthem. ber of gallons times 60 for the Let water sink in slowly. If quantity used per hour. Then water is applied quickly, most estimate how long you usually of it will run off into gutters. leave the sprinkler running. Also, if you let water sink You may be shocked at the deep, the lawn will develop hundreds of gallons going deeper roots and won’t need onto the lawn and garden g watering as often, as well as every week. being more resistant to disease 2. Wait for a member of the and wear. family to step into the shower A kitchen timer is a handy and follow the same timing reminder for turning off sprin­ routine. Check the volume klers. And, make sure when consumed in one minute and the sprinklers are on that they multiply by the number of cover just the lawn or garden, minutes a normal shower in not sidewalks, driveways and your family takes. gutters. 3. Watch the meter dial through a full fill cycle on the Other outdoor use automatic washer. And Your garden hose can pour remember that each wash gets out 600 gallons or more in more than twice as much only a few hours. Remember water for both wash and rinse that when you leave the sprin­ cycles. kler running all day or leave 4. For leak detection, turn the hose unattended. everything off carefully, so no Thousands of gallons can be water is being used anywhere lost in a very short time. in the house. Then check the When washing the car, use position of the , meter dial for the hose only for rinsing. about 15 minutes. If it hasn’t Running water in the driveway moved, congratulations. You won’t get the car any cleaner. have a relatively water-tight Another water waster is home. But if it has moved, using the hose to sweep away start checking hose connec­ leaves. Use a rake and broom tions, faucets and toilets (with to clean up sidewalks, drive­ food coloring, remember?). ways and gutters. Sometimes a meter located outside the house,.at curbside, Meet your meter will indicate a leak when Your water meter is the best everything inside seems tight. detective in the home. It can The leak may be hidden tell whether you have sizeable underground in the pipes. Call leaks,, as well as how much a plumber for advice. water various appliances are using. All you have to do is A good way of life learn its language. Water conservation is a Most meters record gallons good way of life. Remember just as your car’s odometer where water comes from and records mileage. However, where it goes. A toilet flush some show cubic feet of water can use up to seven gallons, used. For these, you can multi­ water taps run at about five ply the figure shown by 7.5, gallons a minute while waiting the approximate number of for hot or cold, showers use gallons in one cubic foot. three to eight gallons a minute Note that these meters are and leaks can soak up hun­ never reset. To find how much dreds or even thousands of water you’ve used in any gallons a day. It isn’t hard to conserve given period, just subtract the number of gallons used on water; it doesn’t change our your last bill from the current lives drastically. It’s mostly a meter reading. matter of using common Some meters come in a cir­ sense. Think about water — cular-reading style. No prob­ and when you do — think lem. Read each dial, in turn, to about conserving it. , Water-saving devices Many different kinds of, water-saving devices and fix­ tures are on the market, rang­ ing from special reduced- flow showerheads to water-thrifty shallow-trap toilets. Showerhead adapters also are available to cut down water use in your existing fixture, although a little self-control in Maple Valley Technology Director Tracy George takes delivery of 30 gently used not turning faucets on full blast does just about as well at computers donated by Kellogg Community College Fehsenfeld Center. The computno cost at all. See a good ers update the junior/senior high school library lab. In this photo, Amy Johnson's sevplumbing supply or hardware enth grade math class is using the lab to work on math. Map/e Va//ey Sdiools receive 30 computers �Page 8 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, October 5,2013 Memories of the Past Former octagon landmark mirrored an era This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susqn Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Oct. 4,1983. As Nashville landmarks go, the octagonal Dixie sta­ tion at the comer of Main and Fuller streets, was very short-lived. Built in 1928, the tiny building lasted a scant 20 years before it was replaced with a more up-todate facility. Still, the unique eight­ sided structure left a lasting memory for many Nashville residents. Perhaps it was the signifi­ cance of the year in which it was constructed that made the little station so memo­ rable. Many changes occurred in Nashville and throughout the nation in 1928 — a presidential elec­ tion year that ended with an overwhelming victory for Herbert Hoover. But all on the horizon was not rosy. The Nashville Chamber of Commerce was apprised of the gloomy outlook when, in the last week of October 1928, W.L. Matthews of Grand Rapids addressed the local group, speaking on business trends and the sig­ nificance of signs. “He pointed out that the present trend in the stock market is not sound,” report­ ed the Nashville News of Matthews’ presentation, “and he warned retailers that the coming year would be a good time to get affairs in order, hold down inventories and prepare for rougher times ahead.” Columns encircle the tiny octagonal station Dixie Oil Company built in Nashville in 1928, just a month before Herbert Hoover was elected president of the U.S. In this mid-1930s photo, the station sold Mobilgas for White Star Refinery. The year had started brightly enough on the local scene, according to excerpts gleaned from the 1928 issues of the News. In January, J.C. Hurd, local auto dealer, had announced new low prices on 1928 Stars and Durants. “The new Star roadster with rumble seat and coupe sells for $395,” advised the News. “The Durant Six coupe now sells for $1,550, including four-wheel brakes, special double-high trans­ mission and four forward speeds.” In February, Nashville business and professional men organized a local credit exchange, naming E.L. Kane as president; D.D. Hess, vice-president; G.C. Edmonds, secretary; Chris Marshall, treasurer; and Dr. WANTED HOMES THAT NEED ROOFING™ A select number of homeowners in Vermontville and the surrounding areas will be given the opportunity to have a lifetime Erie Metal Roofing System installed on their home at a reasonable cost. Call today to see if you qualify. Not only will you receive the best price possible, but we will give you access to no money down bank financing with very attractive rates and terms. 'An Erie Metal Roof will keep your home cooler L in the summer and warmer in the winter. F An Erie Metal Roofing System will provide i k your home with unsurpassed “Beauty and Lasting Protection”! । l DON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE." Call Now! > 1-877-990-5252 _ www.ErieMetalRoofs.com J E.T. Morris, J.C. Hurd and W.J. Liebhauser as directors. “A manager of the exchange is to be hired soon,” noted the News. Grocery prices advertised in the News in 'March 1928 reflected the local economy: two cans of red salmon were selling for 57 cents; Wisconsin cream cheese cost 19 cents a pound, while but­ ter sold for 47 cents a pound, and two pounds of lard cost 25 cents. A 25-pound bag of flour was 90 cents, and a two-pound box of Krispy crackers were going for 25 cents. “Quick & Bean are clos­ ing out their South End gro­ cery preparatory to engaging in another line of business,” reported the News in April. “The building has been leased to Brandstetter Motor Sales for use as an auto showroom.” The News also noted in April 1928 that “Wheat is soaring way above the twodollar mark, for the first time since the war.” In May, the Commercial Hotel in Nashville reported having guests from seven different states in one week, plus a couple from Canada. At Thomapple Lake, Cole and Wade were preparing for the season’s opening of their popular dancing pavilion. In June, V.E. Troxel bought the old Marshall and Martens Elevator property and remodeled it into a woodworking plant. That same month,. local voters defeated a 14-year bonding proposal designed to raise $70,000 for an addition to the school building. Declining trade at the local movie house apparently prompted this July notice in the News, “Manager Face of the Star theater is trying a new scheme to stimulate business. Commencing Saturday night, every theater Merrill J. Hinckley, Gasoline pumps reflect the old (left) and the new in a Maple Grove Township 1940 photo of the diminutive station that became a land- native, was identified with mark during its brief 20-year life on Nashville’s south garage and service station side. Fuel supply is visible in the glass-topped pump of business in Nashville from the 1920s. Manager M.J. Hinckley dons a coverall uni- 1914 until the late 1950s. form for another day’s work. Working first for J.C. Hurd’s Ford Sales, he later operated a garage in the old blacksmith shop on North Main at Reed Street. In 1928, he became man­ ager of Dixie’s new eight­ sided station at the inter­ section of Fuller and South Main streets. He closed the station during World War II to take a job as plant guard at E.W. Bliss in Hastings, which was involved in wartime equip­ ment production. In 1949, he reopened on the same corner in a new super sta­ tion and continued to work for subsequent owners after selling the business in 1950: would soon have national impact. « “Herbert Hoover won over Alfred Smith in the presiden­ tial election Tuesday, by the largest majority in U.S. his­ tory,” informed the News. A birds-eye view of the old New York Central Railroad “Unofficial returns give him water tower shows the octagon at the corner of Fuller 444 electoral votes to Smith’s 87. Republican tick­ and South Main streets, dwarfed by neighboring homes. et also carried throughout the In this World War ll-era photo, the station stands like a state, Gov. Fred Green being silent sentinel. It was closed while Manager Hinckley reelected by a huge majority. worked in a war plant. After the war, the building was Len W. Feighner of sold and moved to Lansing and a super station con- Nashville was swept into structed on the site. office as representative in the state legislature from this patron will receive a free Fuller streets. dish.” “M.J. Hinckley will be district, Without opposition.” Throughout the tumul­ In August, the News manager of the new Dixie brought reports relative to service station,” informed tuous times to come, from Great Depression transportation, though the the News. “Dixie stations are the scribe was somewhat less going up all over Michigan, through World War II, the than prophetic in one conclu­ but this is the second one to distinctive octagon stood sion: “The [New York be opened in Barry County.” like a silent sentinel on Central Railroad this week The same month, the Nashville’s south side; From removed the old planking on Nashville Chamber of Dixie to White Star to the station the Main Street crossing and Commerce made a notewor­ Mobilgas, installed concrete slabs that thy decision at a meeting remained under the direction of Merrill J. Hinckley until should last a lifetime.” covered by the News. It was also in August 1928 “During the business ses­ he closed it temporarily in that the village council sion, it was decided to paint 1942 to work in a war plant. After the war, McKee Oil tabled a petition from seven the name of the town on the businessmen n asking for roof of some prominent Sales of Hastings built a new removal of the last hitching appearing building so that super station on the site of rails in Nashville. airplane travelers will know the old Dixie station, and “When this matter last what town they are passing Hinckley managed that facil­ ity until 1950. The landmark came up, there were vigor­ over.” ous protests from the farm For the Nashville News, was gone. The tiny octagonal trade,” observed the News, October 1928 was truly a building was sold and moved “and it is felt that even in this noteworthy month. In only to Lansing, but memories of •age of automobiles,, some the second time since its the era it mirrored still accommodations should be establishment in 1873, the remain. made for the people who weekly newspaper changed drive into town with horses. hands. After 40 years as GET ALL THE New business continued owner-publisher, Len W, to boom in the village. In Feighner sold the paper to NEWS OF September, a Kroger store A.B. McClure of Buchanan. opened in the Gribben Block (Feighner had purchased the BARRY COUNTY! with M.S. Newman as man­ News in 1888 from its Subscribe to the ager. In October, the Dixie founder Omo Strong.) Oil Company of Kalamazoo November brought new Hastings Banner. set about erecting a small duties to Feighner, as duly Call 945-9554 for octagonal structure at the recorded by his successor in corner of South Main and reporting on an event that more information. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, October 5,2013 — Page 9 • Circuit riders preached in days before Vermontville Methodist church This excerpt from Vermontville’s Heritage sponsored by the Vermontville Historical Society was written in 1986. ‘intoijtentE jj:jj 41 tkoonl 5® t SfcfoifaiE E1® SEMllBlJi®. la I fetai i I® JstastSMS sg^athfe . .L jalaps' *’* 0fak«b ft, ftp> In the midst of the wilder­ ness, prayers and praise went forth to God, and the church was founded, for no nation can be successful without the church. In 1838, Rev. Isaac Bennett preached the first Methodist sermon in Vermontville. Rev. Bennett was the first Methodist cir­ cuit preacher in Eaton County. He also preached at Sunfield, Charlotte and other locations around the county. The first annual Michigan Conference was held at Ann Arbor, Sept. 7, 1839. Classes were established in March 1845. They were formed in the northeast por­ tion of the township later known as the Brown School. The original members were Jacob Fuller, Julia Fuller, Levi Carr Sprague, Cornelia Sprague, Mary Fuller and Prudence Haner. Henry Robinson was the local preacher. Circuit preachers conduct­ ed services on an irregular basis because of the primi­ tive roads. Services were held in school houses and homes. Many of the people came by foot, cart or sleds, drawn by oxen or on horse­ back. Circuit preachers held services at Kalamo, Dow, Benton, Chester, West Sunfield (Bismark), North Benton and Vermontville. On Sept. 14, 1859, at the annual conference in Marshall, Vermontville was made a separate charge with Rev. Josiah Fowler as pastor. The first quarterly confer­ ence in the Vermontville Methodist Church was Nov. 5, 1859, with the election of stewards and trustees. It also set the pastor’s salary at $420 a year with the funds coming from the following: Vermontville, $110; L.C. Sprague, $60; West Sunfield, $20; Kalamo, $37.50; Benton, $37.50; Dow, $80; Chester, $60 and North Benton, $15. The congregation included 159 members and 15 probation­ ers. Original board df trustee members were C. J. Hallenbeck, Jacob Moore, John Barrett, L.C. Sprague, Rufus Haner, Jacob Fuller and William Clark. Among the original mem­ bers were Samuel and Wealthy Rogers (great­ grandparents to Helen Todd). Some of the lumber used in the main part of the church came from the Rogers’ woods. The logs were . hauled .by. teams. to. Vermontville Ladies Aid Society was organized April 25, 1877, which is now called the United Methodist Women’s Society. The Women’s Foreign Missionary Society was founded, Aug. 24, 1890, and the Epworth League Chapter 1457 began Oct. 22, 1889. The Bismark Church was on the charge until 1966, and the Gresham Church was added in»1954. A lot was purchased on East Main Street from Wait J. Squire in 1862 on which to build a parsonage. The lot cost $100. In 1866 and 1867, a building was erected at a cost of $700, and in 1875 an addition was added. This building was used as a par­ sonage until January 1984 when it was sold to Mr. and Mrs. Les Fox. A new parson­ age on Spring Street was built (at a cost of $84,000) by the Vermontville and Gresham churches in 1984 for the use of the present minister. It is a lovely ranch­ style home with an office. LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA­ NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mort­ gage made on July 3, 1998, by Richard W. Mason (a/k/a Richard Wayne Mason, a/k/a Rick Mason), a single man, as Mort­ gagor, given by him to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on July 7, 1998, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instru­ ment Number 1014628, which mortgage was assigned to Com­ mercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated March 16, 2012, recorded on March 20, 2012, in Instrument Number TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF This photo from the Vermontville’s Heritage booklet, shows the United Methodist Church. On Sept. 1, 1877, it was discovered that someone had sawed off the tops of some of the moving poles during the night in the hope that when the church was moved, it would collapse. The persons who did this were never identified. Ionia to be sawed into lum­ ber. Members living nearby contributed generously. At the cost of $1,600 a church of New England style was built two miles northeast of the village in 1862 (just beyond Gresham Highway on Allegan Road). That church is now the sanctuary of the present one. Early in 1877, a hall was fitted in the village with 90 chairs for seating. Mrs. Todd understands that the hall was over the present hardware. Services were held every two weeks with evening meet­ ings from Feb. 25 to the close of the conference year. Petitions were circulated among members and friends of the church to move it to Vermontville and locate it on the northeast comer which had been set aside for a church on the original colony map. The move was opposed by many of the original members who vowed that they would never set foot in the church if it was moved. On Aug. 18, 1877, the Quarterly Conference voted unanimously to instruct the trustees to move the church. On Sept. 1, 1877, it was discovered that someone had sawed offthe tops of some of the moving poles during the night in the hope that when the church was moved, it would collapse. The persons who did this were never identified. The church was moved safely to its present site Jonas Davis had charge . ofthe moving, and Rev. W.J. Swift was the pastor. The cost of moving and repairing the church was $800 and included the 12-by12-foot tower built in front for the entry. The church was redecorated and rededicated Jan. 8, 1878. In 1889, a wing was added on the south side of the main building. The church was refitted, and stained-glass windows were installed at a cost of $1,800. The bell was purchased and hung by the Epworth League in 1890. In 1927, another addition was made on the southeast comer for more classrooms and a kitchen. The mortgage was burned at the 80th anniversary celebration in 1939. A ramp at the south entrance was added in 1972. Re-siding and insulation were completed in 1980 at a cost of $9,200. Founded as the Methodist Episcopal church, it became the Methodist church in 1939 and is now known as the United Vermontville Methodist Church. The church is on the National Registry of Historic Buildings, and a marker not­ ing this distinction will be erected in 1986. The first Sunday School was organized in 1865. The YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by RODERICK L. POWERS, AN UNMARRIED MAN and DIANE K. DIRETTE, A MARRIED WOMAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 31, 2005, and recorded on November 16, 2005, in Liber 1156361, on Page 1, and assigned by said mortgagee to FEDERAL NATIONAL MORT­ GAGE ASSOCIATION, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of NinetyThree Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-Seven Dollars and SixtyNine Cents ($93,237.69), including interest at 6.125% per Records, on which Mortgage annum. Under the power of sale there is claimed to be due and contained in said mortgage and unpaid, as of the date of this the statute in such case made Notice, the sum of Forty-Seven and and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mort- no suit or proceeding at law or in gaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, At the East recover the debt or any part doors of the Barry County thereof secured by said MortCourthouse Hastings, gage, and the power of sale in in Michigan, at 01:00 PM o'clock, on said Mortgage having become October 24, 2013 Said premises operative by reason of such are located in Barry County,, default; NOTICE IS HEREBY Michigan and are described as: A GIVEN that on Thursday, Octo­ PARCEL OF LAND IN THE ber 31, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in SOUTHEAST FRACTIONAL 1 /4 the afternoon, at the Barry Coun2 ty Courthouse in Hastings, Michi­ NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, gan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the LINE OF SAID SECTION 18, highest bidder or bidders at pub­ SAID INTERSECTION BEING lic auction or venue for purposes APPROXIMATELY 574 FEET of satisfying the amounts due SOUTH OF THE EAST 1 / 4 and unpaid on said Mortgage, POST OF SAID SECTION 18, together with all allowable costs THENCE NORTHWESTERLY 66 of sale and includable attorney FEET ALONG THE HIGHWAY fees, the lands and premises in FOR PLACE OF BEGINNING, said Mortgage mentioned and THENCE SOUTH TO THE HIGH described as follows: LAND SIT­ WATER MARK OF GUERNSEY UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE, THENCE NORTHWEST­ RUTLAND, COUNTY OF ERLY ALONG THE SHORE OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DE­ THE LAKE 50 FEET. TOGETH­ SCRIBED AS: Lot 17 Podunk ER WITH ANY AND ALL ACCRE­ Lake Resort, according to the TIONS TO THE PROPERTY recorded plat thereof, according ALONG THE LINE PREVIOUSLY DESCRIBED, THENCE NORTH to the recorded plat thereof as TO THE HIGHWAY, THENCE recorded in Liber 3 of plats on SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG THE Page 7. Excepting and Reserv­ HIGHWAY TO THE POINT OF ing the Right-of-Way of a road­ BEGINNING. The redemption way as now traveled across said period shall be 6 months from the land. Rutland Township, Barry Michigan. Property date of such sale unless deter­ County, mined abandoned in accordance address: 3159 Podunk Lake, with 1948CL 600.3241 a, in which Hastings, Michigan 49058 Prop­ case the redemption period shall erty Parcel: 08-013-210-016-00 be 30 days from the date of such premises may be sale. If the above referenced above property is sold at a foreclosure redeemed shall expire one (1) sale under Chapter 600 of the year from the date of sale, unless Michigan Compiled Laws, under in Sec. MCL 600.3278, the borrower will dance with M.C.L.A. be held responsible to the person 600.3241a, in which case the who buys the property at the redemption period shall be 30 mortgage foreclosure sale or to days from the time of such sale. the mortgage holder for damag­ Dated: September 20, 2013 ing the property during the FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & redemption period. FEDERAL SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSO­- BANK Benjamin J. Price of HastCIATION Mortgagee/Assignee ings, Michigan, Mortgagee AttorSchneiderman & Sherman, P.C. neys for Mortgagee 313 S. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Washington Square Lansing, Ml Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 48933 (517) 371-8253 (09­ LBPS.003311 FNMA 28)(10-19) 0682397 6822543 (09-21 0-12) 201203200002838, Barry County Thousand Twenty-Two 61/100 Dollars ($47,022.61); and equity having been instituted to OF SECTION 18, TOWN DESCRIBED AS BEGINNING AT A POINT WHERE THE HIGH-WAY CROSSES THE EAST The period within which the above premises determined abandoned accor- )(1 LEGAL NOTICE AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT AND ANY INFOR­ MATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by John H. Skaggs , a single man, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc as nominee for Homecomings Financial Network, Inc., Mortgagee, dated the 29th day of March, 2002 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 5th day of April, 2002 in Document #1077788 of Barry County Records, said Mortgage having been assigned to Green Tree Servicing LLC on which mort­ gage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Sixty One Thousand Four Hundred Fifty Seven & 35/100 ($61,457.35), and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage, and pur­ suant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 17th day of October, 2013 at 1:00 PM o'clock Local Time, said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Ml (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be neces­ sary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 6.875 per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premis­ es are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all struc­ tures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, sit­ uated in the Township of Baltimore, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as fol­ lows, to wit: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 8 West, dis­ tant South 89 degrees 49 min­ utes 58 seconds East, 462.00 feet from the Northwest corner of said Section 34; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 45 seconds East parallel with the West line of said Section, 540.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 49 minutes 58 seconds East parallel with said North Section line, 324.27 feet to the West line of the East 535 feet of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of said Section 34; thence North 00 degrees 11 minutes 13 seconds West, 540.01 feet, along said West line to said North Section line; thence North 89 degrees 49 minutes 58 seconds West, 322.94 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to an ease­ ment for public highway purposes over the Northerly 33 feet thereof for Dowling Road, and any other easements or restrictions of record. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days imme­ diately following the sale. Pursuant to MCLA 600.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for dam­ aging the property during the redemption period. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney Dated: 9/14/2013 Green Tree Servicing LLC Mortgagee FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Green Tree Servicing LLC 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362­ 2600 GTSD FNMA Skaggs (0914)(T0-05J ‘ * ’ " ' ‘ '06821982 �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday. October 5, 2013 Lions fall to Pennfield, prep for purple game in Hastings Maple Valley’s varsity volleyball team fell to 0-5 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association with a 3-0 loss at Pennfield. The Panthers won by the scores of 25-17, 25-22, 25­ 18. Setter Kandys Larsen reached her passing goal for the Lions. She was strong spreading the ball around, and finished the night with ten assists. Olivia Ricketts had a team-high six kills for Maple Valley, and Taylor Medina and Hadley Joppie had three kills each. At the service line, the Lion team got two aces each from Jordan Woodman and Larsen. At the net, Michaela Johnson had two kills. The Lions are at Springport for a tournament today (Oct. 5) and return to action Monday at Hastings. The Lions and Saxons will be hosting their second Cancer Awareness Game, to raise money for the Hastings Relay for Life event. Coach Sarah Carpenter and the Lion team members walk each year as a part of the Angel Wrings team, with Angel Wri Wings captains Sandy Carpenter and Keilyn Carpenter. Keilyn, coach Sarah’s daughter, has Fann Common Core Maple Valley’s Olivia Ricketts reaches back to pass a ball at Pennfield during Wednesday’s KVA contest against the Panthers. (Photo by Perry Hardin) designed the purple shirts which the Lions will wear during this year’s contest with the Saxons. Help Wanted For Rent J.D. #4 PULL type mower, CANDY FORD IN CHAR-RAILSIDE MINI STOR(4) trailer plows (single-four LOTTE: is looking for an AGE: 5 sizes plus warehouse bottom), several J.D. letter Auto Service Technician. space available. Call' M-66 series tractors, obo on all, Must .have state certification Tire (616)374-1200 call (616)891-0055 and leave and own tools. 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A controversial issue in education taking center stage the past four months has been the Common Core State Standards, which were adopt­ ed by the Michigan State Board of Education and were due for implementation Oct. 1. The state department of education adopted the stan­ dards as a way to meet federal requirements for a renewal of its waiver from the No Child Left Behind Act The' Common Core standards satis­ fied those requirements. In May, the appropriation for Common Core was put on hold to give the legislature more time to study it. I spent many hours listening to testimony in the education committee and in the Common Core subcommittee, in addi- tion to my own research and speaking to parents, teachers and experts in the field of edu­ cation and child development. I, along with Rep. McMillin (R-Rochester), had strong con­ cerns about the Common Core State Standards not being developmentally appropriate for children in kindergarten to third grade and sent a press release expressing those con­ cerns. The proposed standards conflict with research in cog­ nitive science, neuroscience, child development and early childhood education. It was critical that Michigan stan­ dards allowed for flexibility so teachers were not forced to teach to standards that were not developmentally appropri­ ate. Local control and flexibility were also areas of strong con­ cern, as well as the Smarter Balanced Assessment, a stan­ dardized test tied to Common Core. Testing guides instruc­ tion, and that is why it is criti­ cal that the right assessment tool is used. A final resolution was put together along with an amend­ ment that I offered which addressed concerns about Common Core. There are now protections in place for our young ones, our local districts have more flexibility, and all possible assessment tools will be presented to the education committee Dec. 1. We can now move forward with Common Core, but with more safeguards and account­ ability in place. Parchment scores six IDs in the first half against Lions Parchment built a big firsthalf lead then cruised to a 426 victory over visiting Maple Valley Friday in Kalamazoo Valley Association action. Austin Gonser had another big play for the Lions, rushing 65 yards for a touchdown early in the second quarter, but the Lions were already up 22-0 at that point. Clay Whitehead rushed eight times for 171 yards and three touchdowns to lead the Panthers to the victory. He scored on runs of 54 and 16 yards in the opening quarter, then tacked on a 53-yard touchdown run in the second quarter. The Panthers scored four touchdowns in the second quarter, getting a 31-yard fumble return for a touch­ down from Dwayne Butler in the opening minute of the second quarter, and also adding a 35-yard touchdown run by Clay Wilkey and a 1yard touchdown run by Lawerence Taylor. Parchment had 346 yards rushing as a team. Wilkey finished with nine rushes for 102 yards. Maple Valley managed to put together 215 yards on the ground. Gonser led the way with 12 carries for 126 yards. Ryan Mudge rushed 19 times for 67 yard and Dylan Kennedy had nine rushes for 35 yards. Kennedy had a team-high seven tackles for the Lions, and Cole Decker added six. AJ Egeler had a big night for the Panther defense, recording six tackles and forcing two fumbles. Wilkey led the Panthers in tackles with 11 and Alex Walker had ten/ Parchment improves to 3-3 with the win, while the Lions fall to 1-5. Maple Valley is on the road again next Friday, at Hackett Catholic Central. 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Joe Eddy scored the lions’ lone goal in the first half. The Comets led 4-1 at the intermission. Taylor Miller scored four goals and had three assists for the Comets. The Lions close out con­ ference tournament play on the road Monday. The Irish, who are undefeated so far in league action, meet Pennfield in the conference tournament championship game in Kalamazoo Monday. “I am proud of the progress we make every day and every game,” said Maple Valley .head coach Andy Roush. “It is unfortunate that we haven’t ended up on the winning end of the score­ board more often this season. I believe we are playing bet­ ter team and more purposeful St sssf2S5 jjuS 2 uSS5 S tsfe«22! L^I^'^t L^I^'^t A Lansing Christian attacker comes leaping in to try and get the ball away from the Lions’ Darius Abbott (right) during Friday’s non-conference contest in Nashville. (Photo by Perry Hardin) S !*>«< >«< S £: « The Lions’ Joseph Eddy (11) looks to pass to a teammate in front of the Pilgrim net as Lansing Christian’s Granger Hanks plays defense behind him during Friday’s contest at Fuller Street Field. 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HanoverHorton was second with 100 points, followed by Charlevoix 110, Hemlock 130, St. Louis 147, PewamoWestphalia 153, Bath 188, NorthPointe Christian 196, is seeking individuals TO TRANSPORT STUDENTS TO AN FROM SCHOOL Substitute positions are available ■ and may lead into a full time route. Will train qualified applicants. Applications are available at Central office. | • For more information contact Pat Powers at 517-852-9421 Holland Black River 203, Maple Valley 235, Saranac 282, Kent City 291, Ithaca 334, McBain 376, MorleyStanwood 394 and Hackett Catholic Central 413. Kent City’s Will Wilson won the race in 16:22.6. Calvin Christian had two guys in the top four, with Logan Jurgens second in .16:32.4 and Abe Visser fourth in 16:35.9. -Calvin Christian also won the Gold Division girls’ race, with 104 points. Ithaca was second with 115, followed by Hackett 127, PewamoWestphalia 141, St. Louis 155, Hanover-Horton 157, Bath 169, Carson City­ Crystal 193, Black River 196, Charlevoix 241, Kent City 284, NorthPointe Christian 326, Saranac 327, Hemlock 352, McBain 386 and Maple Valley 433. Emily Mattocks was Maple Valley’s leader, plac­ ing 71st in 23:23.2. MacKayla Lamance was 85th in 23:53.5, Emma McGlocklin 92nd in 24:47.7, Sara Stachelhaus 93rd in 24:48.8 and Erica Burkett 100th in 25:25.1. Amber Way from Charlevoix won the race in 18:06.9, with Black River’s Allison Vroon a ways back from Ithaca was third with a time of 18:59.2. soccer than we have all sea­ son. I am proud of how well this team has. come together and of their work ethic.” Those two conference tournament losses by the Lions were sandwiched in between non-conference losses to Lansing Christian last Friday (Sept. 27) and Bellevue Thursday. 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When his work takes him to the Nashville and Vermontville areas, Wilkinson picks up copies of the Reminder and the Maple Valley News and tells folks how fortunate they are to have a local, hometown newspaper that provides a regular tie for readers to their community. That’s what a newspaper does every week and with every article. Because that endeavor gets more financially challenging every week, that’s why we’re coming to you again with our second annual request for your assistance. Long ago we saw the values of community and the role of a newspaper in drawing it together. Today, our mission remains to continue providing that link to each other through the publishing of our community newspaperit 'J' Your contribution to our voluntary subscription program - / at whatever level you’re moved to give ~ will allow us to maintain our level of coverage to the communities we serve in Barry County and beyond. Enclosed in this issue is a volunteer funding envelope for your convenience. You’re always welcome to drop off your gift in person at our Hastings office located at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., too. In addition, our online Crowd-Funding site is up and running and can be accessed by clicking on the community funding icon at www.hastingsremjndfcr.com Remember, too, how valued we consider your comments. We’re always anxious to hear your thoughts and Ideas. Just as a newspaper is the lifeblood of a community, you are the inspiration that enables us. >*. Thank you Local newspaper is aschool partner greater Grand Rapids region. More often, we find ourselves subject to coverage focused on negative components of what all large organizations have to deal with from time to time. Thankfully, the apparent vision of Fred Jacobs and his staff is one of thorough and fair representation of all we do to serve our kids. Our kids, our school system, and our community deserve to be recognized for all of the good taking place in our classrooms. We are thankful for the partnership with J-Ad Graphics, and look forward to a long and productive relationship as we continue down the road of 21st Century education. Generating accurate and positive perceptions of the realities in our public schools cannot be done without a collaborative partnership with local news agencies. J-Ad Graphics has proven to be exactly that organization and we are grateful for the cooperation we are afforded in delivering the kind of news that serves to lift up our organization. Readers are provided with accurate and up-to-date information regarding board meetings, upcoming events, sports coverage, and evidence of the quality education our students receive. Our students and staff are featured weekly and the good news is often the buzz in the community, in the days that follow the paper’s Saturday delivery. We do not have the same partnership with the larger news agencies in the Tom Enslen, Superintendent Thomapple-Kellogg Public Schools Always value your local newspaper I’ve been a longtime resident of Jackson where I grew up enjoying a hometown newspaper. That all changed when the Ann Arbor News bought it out. Production moved and the paper started changing ... all the reporters — gone, people I knew. The paper became more like what I call canned news. Local coverage went by the wayside. I’m a former facilities director and transportation supervisor for East Jackson Community Schools so, when the daily paper went to publishing three days per week, I noticed the news on the kids in the schools and sports really fell off as did the classified sections. I’m also a veteran a president of our local Vietnam Veterans ofAmerica chapter. I miss seeing news about my neighbors, about who got married or what the local township is doing — it’s gone ... This is a sad situation in my eyes because we no longer have a hometown newspaper. You do a service to the community with your local newspapers. Jackson moved away from that and it’s a disservice. Bob Wilkinson, Trainer ABC Training and Testing, Jackson For you convenience, we’ve enclosed a volunteer funding envelope or you^an go online at www.hastingsreminder.com and use our Crowd-Funding site to contribute. A 1351N. DM3 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 269-945-9554 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-10-12.pdf 6997f957858eeb4cd54491523284b42c PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY news Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 41, October 12, 2013 A local paper oftoday! Rosin family chosen as grand marshals by Shari Carney Staff Writer Grand marshals for Maple Valley Fall Homecoming are members of the Rosin fami­ ly, Ron and Nancy, son Ryan (Heather) and son Robb (Amanda). A third generation will be represented as Ryan and Heather’s three children Holly,' Reid and Lily as well as Robb and Amanda’s son Kannori, will be participat­ ing in the festivities. The Maple Valley leader­ ship class organizes home­ coming events and selects the grand marshal. “We chose the Rosin fam­ ily as the grand marshals because this family has served in the school and in the community for many, many years,” said Ivy Braden representing the lead­ ership class. Ron, originally from Spring Lake and Nancy a Bellevue native, met at Maple Valley in the fall of 1966. The couple have three children Ryan, Renee (Donald) Wiser and Robb. Ryan and Robb are teachers in Maple Valley, Renee is the head cook for Central Elementary in Hastings. Renee and her husband have four children, three of whom attend Maple Valley schools. “This was a very pleasant surprise,” said Nancy. “Ryan called and said ‘Guess what ...?’” Nancy’s humble respone was, “Why?” Before the couple retired, Ron taught eighth grade English for 29 years and jun­ ior high math. During his See ROSINS, pg. 5 The Rosin family has been chosen grand marshals of the Maple Valley Fall Homecoming. Wearing the beloved blue and white of the Maple Valley Lions are (from left) Reid, Heather, Ryan, Lily, Holly, Ron, Nancy, Robb, Amanda and Kannon. Lions will run for KVA title Tuesday at Mulberry Fore Vermontville artist Sue Trowbridge is the featured artist for the Art Center of Battle Creek as part of Battle Creek’s Fall into the Arts Friday, Oct. 18. Art Center of Battle Creek features Vermontville artist at Oct. 18 art walk The Art Center of Battle town Battle Creek, for this Creek is once again partner­ event. Trowbridge has been asso­ ing with the W. K. Kellogg Foundation for Fall into the ciated with the Art Center for Arts, which will take place ( many years, said Art Center on Friday, Oct. 18 from 5 to of Battle Creek Executive Director Linda Holderbaum. 9 p.m. Sue Trowbridge will be Craig Bishop was her initial the featured artist at the instructor and she has been Foundation, located on his student ever since. For Michigan Avenue in down- the last few years Craig and Sue have co-taught the Thursday painting class at the Center. “Her art reflects her love of divine beauty,” said Holderbaum. In addition to her art, Sue, from Vermontville, is a United. Methodist minister See ARTIST, pg. 2 Maple Valley’s varsity cross country team’s are heading into Tuesday’s Kalamazoo Valley Association Championship Meet on a high note. The Lion boys won Saturday’s Bellevue Invitational, and the Lion ladies took the runner-up spot in their competition. Maple Valley’s boys will be shooting for another champi­ onship when they host the KVA’s final meet of the sea­ son Tuesday at Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville. Maple Valley’s bbys currently hold the league lead, having won two of the three league jamborees. Schoolcraft boys won the first, then finished second to the Lions in each of the next two. Maple Valley’s boys had just 23 points Saturday at Bellevue, with four runners finishing in the top six. Charlotte’s Miles Garn was the runaway winner individually, finishing in 17 minutes 36.3 seconds. The Lions’ Andrew Brig'hton was second in 18:33.9, with teammates Kyle Brumm (18:41.2), Micah Bromley (18:43.2) and Austin Rood (18:43.9) finishing fourth, fifth and sixth respectively. KVA rival Adam Rifenburgh from Pennfield broke up the Lion pack a lit­ tle at the top, placing third in 18: 39.6. Maple Valley also had Sam Benedict tenth in 19: 45.3. Brandon Wilson was a sixth Lion in the top 12 individually, finishing in 19:59.5. Gam’s Charlotte team was second in the standings with 41 points, followed by Litchfield 97, Springport 101 and Bellevue 110. Runners from Marshall Academy and Tekonsha also took part in the event, but like Pennfield’s boys didn’t have enough runners to record team scores. Charlotte won the girls’ meet with 21 points. Maple Valley was second with 45, followed by Bellevue 72 and Springport 90. Charlotte had four of the top five in the girls race, led by champion Lindsey Carlson who finished in 20:07.5. McKayla Lamance, Maple Valley’s first runner, trailed that Oriole pack - placing sixth in 23:23.5. The Lion team also had Breanna Heinze eighth in 23:51.6, Emily Mattocks tenth in 23: 53.5, Hanna Kyle 12th in 24: 41.7 and Emma McGlocklin 16th in 25:28.6. In This Issue • Maple Valley competes in state’s largest marching band festival • Bank robbery suspect still at large • Lion soccer opens district tournament against the Colts • Valley girls fall in annual clash with the Saxons �Page 2 - Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, October 12, 2013 Maple Valley competes in state’s largest marching band festival Miscellaneous Updates We are proud to announce Ryan Rosin as Teacher ofthe Month. Staffrecognized with this honor will have their photo in the central office, receive a gift card and certifi­ cate, and have preferred parking for the month. Anyone can nominate a staff member by going- to our website and filling out the form that is located on the right side of the top menu bar. Here are a just a couple of the reasons Ryan Rosin was nominated: • “He doesn't only teach us, but he gives us some motivations. He also asks for his students about their con­ cerns in the class, and he lets the students come up with their own solution to make the learning process become better.” Vima Majesta, stu­ dent • “My son, Grant, has never been interested in singing, but this year as a sophomore he is in choir and now Grant says his favorite class is choir! Grant said Mr. Rosin makes learning fun. Mr. Rosin is very a valuable teacher at Maple Valley and I think he goes above and behind his normal teaching duties because he truly cares about the kids and also the music program at the school.” Kelly Adrianson, parent * * * The jr./sr. high school is scheduling parent teacher conferences. We are structur­ ing conferences for parents to schedule the times to meet with your child’s teacher. All teachers will be in the gym­ nasium seated alphabetically. by Kathy Maurer Copy Editor Not only were firsts hand­ ed out to the winners of each class division Saturday at the 22nd annual Hastings Saxons Marching Band Invitational, some schools recorded their own firsts at the event. Forest Hills Eastern High School, now in its 10th year, competed in its first band invitational ever. Godfrey Lee, for the first time in more than two decades, had a color guard accompanying the band. Maple Valley received an Award of Excellence for the color guard. The color guard also placed second among the Class D bands. The invitational drew more than 2,100 students among 24 bands. Wearing a rainbow of colors, the bands played music that ranged from to Tchaikovsky Andrew Lloyd Webber, with Frank Sinatra, Elvis, The Beatles, Billy Joel, Chicago and more in between. “All the bands did a fantastic job on Saturday,” said Hastings Director of Bands Spencer White. “ Hastings has a strong tradition of cre­ ating a welcoming atmosphere and doing whatever we can in accommodating their bands. This is one of the rea­ sons that we have such a successful show. A massive organizational effort goes into this event, and without the parental and student volunteers from the Hastings Band program, it wouldn’t be possible to do it.” Twenty-five bands had been scheduled to perform, but Berrien Springs was unable to attend. Still the numbers were impressive, said White, who reported 2,143 student marchers, 33 directors, 60 buses, 31 equip­ ment trailers, one equipment semi, more than 3,000 spec- Ryan Rosin In addition, there will be tables of information for parents in the hallway. We are hoping this will be more efficent for everyone. Please go to schools on the top menu bar on our website, drop down to Jr./Sr. High School and find the PTC Fast link. * * * Elementary teachers had another three days of training on the personal mastery instructional model. We con­ tinue to work on a shared vision and a shared code of cooperation in the classroom. The staff learned how to use the common core standards to drive the learning; students and teachers become partners to reach their aca­ demic goals. We will continue to communicate as we progress in the endeavor. ♦ * * Parent Advisory Council meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month. The meetings are from 6 to 7 p.m. in the central office. This forum is a way to give feedback to the interim superintendent. Jeffrey Hodges is the new pastor for the Church of the Nazarene in Nashville. In this photo, Hodges is shown with his wife, Tanett, and daughter, Janessa. The Nazarene Church in Nashville has a new pastor by Shari Carney Staff Writer Reverend Jeffrey Hodges is the new pastor of the Church of the Nazarene in Nashville. Hodges will be welcomed with a potluck open house Sunday after the 11 a.m. service. Hodges comes to Nashville from Real Life Church of the Nazarene, a church plant in Crystal Lake, Illinois. “[I was] responsible for developing a strategic plan to plant and grow a church,” said Hodges. “I joke around and say that I was bom into the Church of the Nazarene mainly because I was bom on a Sunday night and in church that Wednesday.” Hodges is married to Tanett (Chizum) Hodges and the couple has a 16-year-old daughter, Janessa. Janessa attends Hastings High School. “I have now been pastoring for 23 years,” said Hodges. “The majority of that was as a youth minister and these last 10 years as a senior pastor. Just as we need balance in our everyday lives, we need balance in our spiritual lives even more.” The Church of the Nazarene is located at 301 Fuller Street. , Vermontville seniors: It’s time for dinner The Vermontville Lions Club Senior Dinner is ARTIST, continued from page 1 Tuesday, Oct. 22, 6 p.m. “We have been hosting the MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN Dinner for who has served the church where individuals can have Senior HAIR STYLING & NAILS for 17 years. their pictures taken with Vermontville area senior cit­ In addition to the some Star Wars characters in izens since 1986,” said Open Wednesday - Friday Trowbridge work, the Art conjunction with the current Vermontville Lions Club S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. Center will showcase items Star Wars: In a Gallery Far, President Greg Szymanski in L 1-517-852-9481 from its upcoming Holly Far Away exhibit at the a press release. The dinner will be served Mart which opens Nov. 2 and Emmett Street location. j will have stand up artworks The community activity in the basement/community area for this year will feature room of Vermontville's First sugar skulls from the Day of Congregational Church. Guests should call Gene the Dead. Tuesday Oct 15th - Friday Oct 18th are The Days of the Dead, tra­ ditionally Nov. 1 and 2, is a holiday in Mexico that hon­ ors the dead, said Holderbaum. These days are not sad, but a time for — O(~Sfv?a UnUn BARGAIN twilight remembering and rejoicing. DAILY 4:00-6:00 PM • excludes Digital 30 The public is welcome to (save $5 off our regular flu shot cash price) O No passes (s) Stadium Seating decorate traditional Day of SHOWTIMES 18/12-10/16 First come, first served. No appointment necessary. the Dead sugar skulls and tities/mo times subject to change Billing Medicare & insurance as coverage allows. While supplies last. view a small display of Day of the Dead items that are FAIL MOVIES found for sale in Mexican Saturday & Sunday 9 & 10 AM I ICE AGE: CONTINENTAL markets in the days leading DRIFT (PG) I up to the event. O® CAPTAIN PHILLIPS (PG-13) ^Dianas QQace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling ■ tators, 48 student volunteers and 87 parent volunteers. “This year the invitational was the largest of its kind in the entire state,” said White. Class D — Gobles, first; Bangor, second; River Valley, third; Martin, fourth; and Maple Valley, fifth. Best Music: Goblfcs, Best music: Gobles. Best marching: Gobles. Best percussion: Gobles. Best drum major: River Valley. Class C — first Coloma; second Godfrey Lee; third Grand Rapids Catholic Central; fourth Delton Kellogg; fifth Constantine. Best music: Godfrey Lee. Best marching: Coloma. Best percussion? Coloma Best color guard: Coloma. Best drum major: Delton Kellogg. Class B — first Otsego; second Ionia; third Edwardsburg, fourth Jackson Northwest; fifth Three Rivers, sixth Harper Creek; seventh Forest Hills Eastern. Best music: Ionia. Best marching: Otsego. Best per­ cussion: Otsego. Best color guard: Jackson Northwest. Best drum major: Jackson Northwest. Class A — first Mattawan; second Kalamazoo Central; third Grand Ledge; fourth Battle Creek Lakeview. Best music: Mattawan. Best marching: Mattawan. Best percussion: Mattawan. Best color guard: Mattawan. Best drum major: Mattawan. Class AA — Grandville. With a total score of 94.4, Grandville was the overall grand champion. Among the local bands performing, Delton Kellogg received two Awards of Excellence, one for music and one for marching. Drum major Jennifer Brown was named Best Drum Major among the six Class C school field commanders. r » » * » * » * $ « .^|M Fisher to make a reservation, for planning purposes. Last year, about 60 attended. 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M66 Tire 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66 Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, October 12, 2013 — Page 3 Bank robbery suspect still at large The Charlotte Police Department has identified the suspect in the Wednesday bank robbery of the 5th/3rd Bank on Lansing St. Latent prints lifted by crime scene technicians were positively identified as belonging to Carl Fredrick Kieffer, 49. At this point, the last known address for Kieffer is in the state of Washington. Kieffer’s car was located a short time after the robbery, but the suspect remains at large. The Charlotte Police Department continues - to work with the FBI in locat­ ing Kieffer and assisting with the investigation as to whether he is involved in other bank robberies in sev- ‘ eral other states.* . The department continues to seek information on a Pontiac G6, black in color, with a square white sticker in Sheriff Department Carl Kieffer is a suspect in a robbery of the 5th/3rd Bank in Charlotte Wednesday. He remains at large. the upper left comer of the back window. The suspect was seen driving this vehicle 30 minutes prior to the bank robbery. Anyone with information on the robbery or the vehicle listed above is asked to call Detective James Beal 517543-1552 ext 220, or the Lansing FBI office. Eaton County making strides toward 10th park I *1 Bnpsthtmj ™ Pisan.' ] 1 M ii k nil ikn i k , aslltats* 4 Bins* | w* s dill** Final stages of acquiring approximately 432 acres of private property to be the 10th park in the Eaton County system was announced recently by Eaton County Parks Commission Chairman Dr. Robert L. McConnell. The proposed park is about two miles east of Charlotte and contains 160 acres of water that will pro­ vide the largest public recre­ ation lake in Eaton County. Michigan Department of Natural Resources staff recently received and approved a required 40-year title search and a due-dili­ gence environmental inspec­ tion report, which moved the Natural Resources Trust Fund grant closer to reality. The final requirements include two new independent appraisals on the property. Following the submission of these reports, the DNR will proceed with closing on the estimated $4.1 million proj­ ect. The trust fund will provide more than $3 million for the grant, which requires local Crandell Lake, shown in this aerial view, is the pro­ posed 10th park in Eaton County. matching funds of at least 25 percent of the project cost. More than $1.3 million has been donated for the match; The Eaton County Board of Commissioners required out­ side funding to seek the grant and did not utilize any gener­ al fund monies for the acqui­ sition-only project. The Natural Resources Trust Fund was established in 1975 and adopted into the Michigan Constitution by Hunter’s Breakfast Served till 2 p.m. Daily Sure to fill you up Mini Skillet with 1/2 order of Biscuits and Gravy $7.99 Homemade Beef Pastys for Deer Camp Nov. 13 - Pick-up • Nov. 27 - Pick-up 174 S. Main St. Vermontville 517.726.0975 Mon.-Sat. 8am-2pm • Re-open for dinner 5pm-9pm voters on three separate bal­ lot issues. The fund is gener­ ated by oil, gas and mineral royalties on state property and is hot part of taxpayer general fund expenditures. Thus, the grant has no state, county or federal tax monies associated with this restricted trust program. According to McConnell, the feasibility plan and county five-year recreation plan will guide the development of the park, pending the availability of funding from various gifts, grants, dona­ tions and corporate and stakeholder commitments; The parks commission antic­ ipates a long-term plan to be implemented one project at a time, based on the availabili­ ty of funding sources. In the past week, Eaton County Deputies have responded to 26 alarms, four arguments, three assault calls, 19 citizen assists, nine assisting other police agen­ cies, seven breaking and entering, 12 car/deer crashes, 10 check well being, one child abuse or^neglect, 12 civil complaints, three criminal sexual conduct complaints, two death investiga­ tions, seven disorderly per­ sons, two death investiga­ tions, five disorderly per­ sons, 18 domestic disputes, three drug offenses, two EMS assists, one fight, one fire department assist, 45 incident follow ups, six found property, 34 retail embezzlements, 10 harassment complaints, three incapacitated persons, 16 larce­ nies, six loud noise com­ plaints, one man with a gun, five malicious destruction of property reports, five miss­ ing- person, 13 motorist assists, 16 operating while impaired, three parking vio­ lations, nine personal injury vehicle crashes, two personal protection order violations, 38 property damage vehicle crashes, one prowler com­ plaint, two recovery of stolen vehicles, nine road rage, two stalking, five stolen vehicle, six suicidal threat, 16 suspi­ cious situations, 19 suspi­ cious subjects, 16 suspicious vehicles, four telephone harassment, six threat, 31 traffic hazards, 23 traffic vio­ lations, one trespassing, one unknown accident, 14 war­ rant pickups, three weapon violations and 285 traffic stops. The deputies respond­ ed to 899 calls for service. As a reminder Keep residences and out buildings locked especially when no one is home. Keep the areas well lit. Contact the local police agency by dial­ ing 911 to report any suspicious activity, vehicles or persons in the neighborhood. This is Fire Prevention Week and, in cooperation with local fire departments, this is a reminder to residents to change the batteries in their smoke detectors. It is also a good time to review safe exits from the home and water hose at hand. Stay with a fire until it is completely extinguished. • It is illegal to bum plas­ tics, tires, aerosol cans and most waste products. If you are enjoying a campfire outdoors remem­ ber: • Keep the fire to a man­ ageable size. • Children and pets must be supervised. • Never leave a campfire unattended. • When ready to put out the fire — allow the wood to bum completely to ash and Eaton County Sheriff pour lots of water on the fire until everything is wet and Tom Reich cold to the touch. • Never throw a cigar, cig­ a pre-arranged meeting place outside in the event of a fire. arette or pipe tobacco into Don’t forget to practice fire brush or leaves. Always extinguish them in a fire safety outside as well. If burning debris out­ proof container or in the dirt side: before properly disposing. • Contact your local fire Additional information: department and confirm if To report suspicious ativiburning is allowed and if a ty or a crime call the Crime permit is needed. Tips Line, 517-543-5433, or • Check the weather fore­ email. crimetips@eatoncast; a windy day could county.org cause an out ofcontrol fire in For more information visit a hurry. the website • Bum away from power crimemapping.com — lines and poles, buildings, MobilePatrol Phone App — automobiles and equipment. eatoncounty.org/departRemember heat from the fire ments/office-of-the-shertff. can do damage as well. For up to the minute • Keep surrounding area updates visit us on Facebook clear of all debris and have a and Twitter. 06824089 517-539.-1757 <HO73 Homecomingsjwcfr^ $E00 UP DO’S ONLY nB OFF Call to Schedule Your Appointment Haircuts with Megan for the Month of October NACC meeting set for Monday Pre-orderyour Downtown X/ermontvilie News from the Eaton County £ The Nashville Area Citizens Coalition is meeting Monday, Oct. 14, 7 p.m. in the Kellogg Community Center. NACC is planning the upcoming Nash Bash to be held Halloween night. This meeting is open to the public. For more information contact Shirley Dexter 517­ 852-0276. to FORREST & ELAINE GARDNER for SO Years, Celebrated on October 10, 2012 06824100 AU our love, yourfamily �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, October 12,2013 Marvel Hartwell Willie G. Murray WOODLAND, MI- Willie G. Murray, age 52, of Woodland passed away Thursday, October 10, 2013 at his home surrounded by his family. Willie was born in Hastings, on October 19, 1960, the son of Aubrey and Lula (Ackridge) Murray. As a teenager Willie became the foster son to Earl and Ardis Wilkins who raised him as their own. He is a lifelong resident of the Barry County area and attended Hastings and Maple Valley Schools. He was the husband of Lisa K. (Lyttle) Murray. The cou­ ple met in 1983 and were married October 19, 1984 in Nashville. They spent the majority of their lives togeth­ er in the Barry County area where they raised their fami­ ly. Willie loved to be out­ doors hunting deer and salmon fishing in the fall, and steelhead in the spring. Lisa and Willie enjoyed spending quiet time together in their yard watching the birds and wildlife. It was not uncom­ mon for the couple to share a deer blind during the Michigan deer season. When his children were young, Willie enjoyed watch- ing and supporting them while they raced motocross. He would often hurdle fences to get to the other side of the track, and he was known as the guy that could beat a 50cc bike to the first comer. Willie began working in the Asphalt business as a young man, and in 1989 start­ ed his own asphalt company. Wille was well known and respected throughout Barry and the surrounding counties as the owner of Murray's Asphalt His reputation for quality honest work has resulted in his business suc­ cess which he passes onto his three sons who will carry on his legacy. Willie is survived by his 06824141 Vermontville SENIOR CITIZENS NIGHT Tuesday, October 22nd • 6:00 p.m. • ...at the Congregational Church in Vermontville FREE MEAL - Serving Swiss Steak Free Entertainment! Sponsored by Vermontville Lions Club Ph. 517-726-0670 for reservations beloved wife Lisa; his three sons, Willie J. (Nichole) Murray, Tyler G. (Catalina) Murray, (Jessica) Nick Murray; three sisters, Cari (Barry) Pfau, Carla (Garry) McKelvey, Darla (Joe Beach) Schantz; two brothers, Robert Murray, Charlie Murray; sister-in-law Laura (Louie)Torres, brother-in-law Bob (Cheryl) Lyttle; fatherin-law Gerald Lyttle and his grandchildren, Autumn and Aubrie Leo, Cameron and Cullen Murray and special helper Pat Jones He was preceded in death by his foster parents Earl and Ardis Wilkins, and his father. A Celebration of Life will be held at the home of Willie Murray, 1727 Moore Rd. Woodland MI, at 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 12, 2013. In lieu of flowers the family has requested memorial contributions be made to the Nashville Toy Drive or Patten Monument towards his headstone. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville MI. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome. net for further details. VERMONTVILLE, MI Marvel Hartwell, age 83, of Vermontville passed Saturday, October 5, 2013 at Golden Days Adult Foster Care, in Charlotte. Marvel was bom in Hastings on March 15, 1930, the daughter ofthe late Glenn and Harriet (Shoup) Marshall. She attended local schools graduating from Nashville High School. She was the widow of Dell Hartwell. The couple met at a basketball game between Vermontville, and Nashville High Schools. They were married in 1950, and made their home together on the very farm where Dell was bom and raised. Shortly after being married Dell and Marvel began doing foster care in their home. Over the years the couple has helped 200-300 young children. They have received recognition throughout the state for their outstanding contribution to these young Dorothy O. Degner CHARLOTTE, MI Dorothy O. Degner went to be with the lord October 7, 2013 in Charlotte at the age of 98. She was bom in Lansing July 1, 1915, daughter of Nancy and George Thompson. Dorothy graduat­ ed from Holt High School in 1934. Dorothy was raised in the Lansing and Holt area and also lived in Eaton Rapids and Charlotte. She married Roy Degner September 18, 1937 and had him for 38 years before he passed away Crafts, quilts, lap robes, in May 1976. Dorothy’s hobbies and wall hangings, books, greet­ ing cards and more will be interests included going to the for sale during Peace United casino, putting together jig­ Methodist Church’s bazaar saw puzzles, and crafts to and bake sale Friday, Oct. give away. She especially 25. The sale will be from 10 enjoyed spending time with her brother George. a.m. to 6 p.m. Dorothy is survived by her Proceeds will go toward missions. For more informa­ sister, Bea Quealy from tion, call 517-852-1993 or Arizona who is 100 years old; Trudy Tobias, 517-852-9524.sons Jerry (Jamie) Degner The church is located, and Harold Degner; daughter, 6043 E. M-79 Highway, Emma (Louie) Trowbridge; daughter-in-law, Pat Degner; Nashville. eight grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; and 16 great great grandchildren with two on the way; and many nieces and nephews. Dorothy was predeceased Bazaar and more will benefit missions Saturday, October 26, 4-7 children including the Bicentennial Award of Barry County, the Foster Family of year for Eaton County, and the Liberty Bell award. Dell and Marvel had been married 61 years. Marvel was known for her ever giving spirit and her love of children. She was an exceptionally hard worker and often helped on the fami­ ly farm. Marvel is survived by her by her husband; son Roy Jr.; brother George; and sister First Congregational Church of Vermontville 110 S. Main St. family Style Turkey dinner Saturday, October 19, 2013 5:00 - 7:00 pm Adults, $8 Children 4-10, $4 Under 4, FREE pm o o BOUNCE HOUSE CONCESSION STAND COTTON CANDY POPCORN PIZZA will be available forpurchase FACE PAINTING PUMPKIN BOWLING Stncet P<vie*tt t7eacAe/i 'Hetu^ift, “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 WO 06615650 Nancy. Funeral services were held Friday, October 11, 2013 at Pray Funeral _ Home, Charlotte, with Rev. Brad Fudge officiating. Interment was in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. The family has suggested memorial contributions be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com. I ^rinualjharvest dinner At Fuller Street Elementary CARNIVAL GAMES & ACTIVITIES son, David Hartwell; two daughters, Debbie (Ryan Watson) Hartwell and Dawn Hartwell; her sister, Rachel; grandchildren Justin VanVleet, Shawna (Troy) Furgala, Shayne (Anna) DeRoos, and great grandchil­ dren -Khayden and Jaelynn Furgala. She was preceded in death by her husband Dell in 2011. Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, on Thursday, October 10, 2013. Interment took place pri­ vately at Hillside Cemetery in Kalamo. In lieu of flowers, memori­ al contributions can be made to the family of Marvel Hartwell. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted . to Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net for further details. Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, October 12,2013 — Page 5 ROSINS, continued from page 1 tenure he also coached JV football. Nancy taught shorthand, accounting and typing for six years until the couple started a family. She continued as a substitute teacher for Maple Valley and taught one evening per week in the adult education program before becoming an administrative assistant with Eaton Intermediate School District. Ryan had no intention of becoming a teacher. He was working in a hospital when he said he was brought back to Maple Valley by Bill Reynolds. Reynolds asked him to be a part of The Revue, a theater group. “I was hired [by Maple Valley Schools] as the emer­ gency choir teacher 15 years ago,” said Ryan of his career change. “It was not my life goal — ever.” As the choir director, Ryan discovered a love for teaching and returned to col­ lege for education courses. Ry an teaches advanced placement biology, chem- Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Taking a seat in the Maple Valley gym are members of the Rosin family. The Rosin’s are this year’s grand marshals of the fall homecoming. (From left) Heather, Lily, Ryan, Rein, Holly, Ron Nancy, Amanda, Kannon and Robb. istry and choir. In addition, he directs the Da Capo hon­ ors choir and was recently assigned as the interim director for the fall musical Shrek. Robb was a teacher in Eaton Rapids when he heard of an open position in Maple Valley. “I was bom and raised CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Oct 6-12 Oct 8 Oct. 9-20 Oct. 10 Oct 12&13 Oct. 19&20 Oct. 23 Oct. 28 Oct 30 Nov. 4 Nov. 6 Nov. 7 National 4-H Week Goat. Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Expo Center TSGClover Days | Non-livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office 4-H Visual Arts and Crafts Workshop, Kettunen Center Arts & Eats, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., free self-driving tour of local farms, restaurants and artist stu­ dios Dairy Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Hastings Small Livestock Sale Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Carpenter’s bam (next to Delton Floral) Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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. 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 Morning Worship............................ 11 Evening Worship............................. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .......... .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S'. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. 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 School 10: 00............................ Church Senrice 11: 00.................................... Fellowship here,” said Robb. “I’ve always been a Lion. When the opportunity opened up I wanted to get back to my roots and be closer to my family.” Robb teaches geometry, physical education and ACT prep. He is the cross-country and girls JV basketball coach. “The last 40 years nobody got through the valley with­ out being taught by a Rosin,” said Nancy with a smile. “We have a combined experience of 70 years as teachers,” added Ryan. “I have a lot ofpride in the school, the community and in my family — this means a lot more to me to be chosen as a family,” said Robb. Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Oct 14 BBQ chicken leg qtr., gar­ lic mashed potatoes, cab­ bage, roll, orange. Tuesday, Oct 15 Swedish meatballs, noo­ dles, com, Brussels sprouts, applesauce. Sliced roast beef and Ched­ dar cheese, carrot raisin salad, bun, applesauce. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Oct 14 BBQ chicken thigh, garlic mashed potato, cabbage, orange, granola bar. Tuesday, Oct. 15 Swedish meatballs, noo­ dles, com, Brussels sprouts, applesauce. Wednesday, Oct 16 Sliced ham, sweet pota­ toes, green beans, rolls, cin­ namon applesauce. Thursday, Oct 17 Hawaiian chicken, rice, carrots, broccoli, banana. Friday, Oct. 18 Tilapia, wild rice, peas, asparagus, grapes. Activities Calendar Monday, Oct. 14 Hastings: Music with Sam; BYOG; Card Making 9 a.m.; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Kinship Support 1:30-3 p.m. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, Oct. 15 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. 2014 Medicare Open Enrollment Starts. Wednesday, Oct 16 Sliced ham, sweet potatoes, green beans, roll, tropical fruit. Thursday, Oct 17 Hawaiian chicken, rice, tossed salad, broccoli, banana. Friday, Oct 18 Tilapia, wild rice, peas, asparagus, grapes. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Oct. 14 Chicken pasta salad, pick­ led beets, tropical fruit, cook­ ie. Tuesday, Oct. 15 Braunschweiger and Swiss cheese, marinated vegeta­ bles, bun, diced peaches. Wednesday, Oct. 16 Cottage cheese, pea and cheese salad, roll, mandarin oranges. Thursday, Oct. 17 Asian chicken salad, pasta salad, fruited gelatin. Friday, Oct. 18 DOBBIN'S COMPLETE LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON M79 OTECTION P RO T E C T ION pl a nn e x ten d plan extended Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. Quality roofing for 25 years. Specializing in ranch style homes. Licensed and fully insured. Always free estimates. ACDelco Your Local GM Automotive Specialists honor cwi GET MORE NEWS! Vermontville Roofing AUTO SERVICE CENTER ViPe Wednesday, Oct. 16 Hastings: Music with Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Sewing g Class 5-7 p.m. Woodland: Sing-a-long; Blood Pressure 11:30 a.m. Delton Mini Massage 11 a.m.-noon; TV Strings. Thursday, Oct. 17 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30.; Blood Pressure 11:30 a.m.; Alzh. Caregiver Support 3:30. Delton: Puzzles/ Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, Oct 18 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Sing-a-Long; Visiting; Mini Massage 10:30-noon. FREE Gutter Guard With Purchase ofNew Roof! Our Diagnostic Computer Software is Compatible With AH Makes & Models WARRANTIES Call Dave “The Roofer” at Owner, Jeff Dobb/n, ASK Master Technician 517-543-1002 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips SL, Nashville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service.................................. ,11 P.M. Service.................................... 6 Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . 517-726-0526 . Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. . Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women:, 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship.............................. 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 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 Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:30 a.m.Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. W.orship . 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service .......6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA............... 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 203 N. State, Nashville 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville . 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-726-0526 WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06600049 �Page 6 - Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, October 12, 2013 School work displayed in district court hallway by Julie Makarewicz Staff Writer What used to be a vacant and undecorated . hallway wall in the Barry County District Court area is now a place for school students to showcase some of their tal­ ents. District Court Judge Mike Schipper purchased several display cases that are now mounted on the wall in the hallway outside the court­ room and offices. “We wanted to bring some color and life in this hallway, and when we thought about it ,we thought it would be a good opportunity to partner with the schools and give them a chance to showcase some of their work,” said Schipper. The showcases will be filled by different schools each month. The first work on display is from Janet Adams’ ninth grade civics class at Maple Valley High School. Students created posters Barry County District Court Judge Mike Schipper joins Maple Valley High School civics teacher Janet Adams, and student Rachel Morris near the display cases. Barry County District Court Judge Mike Schipper helps Maple Valley High School teacher Janet Adams put up the first artwork to be shown in display cases in the court hallway. <riM66 Tire 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66, Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 • 616-374-1200 www. m06t I re. com New & Used Tires Brakes • Batteries Tune-Ups Mufflers • • • » Oil Changes Struts • Shocks Diagnostic Services Engine Repair_____ Super Tire Specials I about the “intolerable acts imposed by the British Parliament in 1774 that marked a key development leading to the American Revolution. Adams said she thinks it’s a great way for the students to show what they learned and give some recog­ nition to the schools. Ninth grader Rachel Morris helped put up the first displays last week. Schipper said while the initial display is about gov­ ernment, it’s not necessary for future displays to follow that theme. “They can be anything,” Maple Valley High School student Rachel Morris helps put up student artwork in the Barry County District said Schipper. “Some might just be. artwork from art stu­ dents, or essays or whatever the schools want to show.” Schipper said he hopes the displays give students a rea­ son to visit the courts and learn more about how the judicial system works in Barry County. Maple Valley student work will be displayed throughout October. In November, Hastings High School will take over the spots, followed by Delton Elementary in January and Maple Valley again in February. Thornapple Kellogg will be featured in March and April. Schipper said schools, throughout the county have been invited to take part in the displays. School officials interested in finding out more about the opportunities to create displays may con­ tact the Barry County District Court. Court hallway. Women’s Club hosts Special Riding Association An intriguing presentation on the Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association was the highlight of the Monday, Oct. 7 meeting of the Vermontville Greater Federation Women’s Club. Dorothy Childs, a riding instructor with the organiza­ tion that was founded in 1976, provided the overview of a valued community group. Childs started with the organization in 1983 becom­ ing a certified riding instruc- CONGRATULATIONS to the 4,000 EmploymentGroup Temporaries hired by our customer companies as full-time employees since 2010. Apply Now: egnow.com (^EmploymentGroup Measurably better employees. tor in 1986. The riding arena is located on the Eaton Intermediate/Meadowview School property, 1790 Packard Highway, Charlotte. Special education students benefit physically from the horseback riding which strengthens core muscles on both sides of the body, said Childs. Horse drawn carts are available for those who cannot sit astride the horse. Volunteers assist, with riding lessons one day a week which are free for riders, ages 3 to 26. The association has two fundraisers per year; an open horse .show at the Eaton County fair grounds and a Ride-a-Thon. The Women’s Club annually donates to this. During the summer vol­ unteers help with special events and camps for student riders. A slide show was present­ ed of horses and student rid­ ers revealing many smiles, said Becky Anderson in a press release who added the association’s needs funds for busing students to and from the riding arena. The business meeting was conducted by President Eunice Borrelli and Lois Siple gave a report about the Southwest District Conference. The Guiding Harbor home for troubled girls will be sup­ ported by purchasing a group of raffle tickets. Prizes include gas cards to the lucky winner to be shared by members of our group, said Anderson. In other business the club will make a donation to the Vermontville Lions Club annual Trunk or Treat com­ ing up Saturday, Oct. 26. The next meeting will be Monday, Nov. 4 in the United Methodist Church, 7 p.m. Michelle Dunkelberger, a stained glass window artist, will be the guest speaker. Visitors are welcome to the programs. The club is interested in new members who are always welcome. Ifyou have any questions contact Borrelli 517-541-2359 or by email farm9560@yahoo.com or Lois Siple 517-726-1389. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, October 12,2013 — Page 7 Adopt-A-Highway looking for adopters Adopt-A-Highway is a Michigan Department of Transportation program designed to help keep the state's highway roadsides clean and attractive. Participants adopt both sides of a section of state highway roadside to clean up for at least a two-year period. A minimum two-mile stretch ofroadway is recommended. All types of state high­ ways may be adopted, including two-lane roads, limited access highways, boulevards and business routes. Since 1990, AdoptA-Highway local groups' have collected over a million bags of trash. Currently, 2,800 groups are participat­ ing in the program and have adopted over 6,400 miles of Michigan highways. Answers to some com­ monly asked questions about the program follow: Who's eligible? Just about any group of at least three people. It's a great opportunity for all types of organizations, including scout troops, church groups, activity and teen groups, small and large businesses, clubs, service organizations and senior citi­ zen groups. Crew members must be a minimum of 12 years old. Children between the ages of Marcia Scramlin retrieves car parts from a ditch near the carcass of a deer. Scramlin, a member of the Nashville Area Citizens Coalition helps clear a two-mile section of M-66 north of Nashville. Scramlin is also a trustee of the Nashville Village council. 12 to 17 must have adult supervision at a ratio of one adult for every three chil­ dren. What's required to par­ ticipate? Your time and effort. It's that easy. Participants are asked to pick up litter three times a year from the highway road­ sides in their designated area. The goal of the pro­ gram is to clean the road­ sides before mowing cycles and tourism periods (April through October). Designated pickup dates and times will be determined by MDOT at the beginning of each year to facilitate and schedule pickup of bagged trash. Is there a fee? There is no fee required to participate in the Adopt-AHighway program. Groups will need to pro­ vide their own transportation to the adoption site. MDOT will provide bags for litter and ’ pickup of filled bags. MDOT will supply safety vests for each member upon acceptance in the program. Bags, vests and safety mate­ rials can be picked up at sup­ ply locations throughout the state. How does my group ben- Members of the Nashville Area Citizens Coalition gather for a photo Saturday, Sept. 29 after cleaning a two-mile stretch of M-66 from State Road to Bayne Road. (From left) Marcia Scramlin, Shirley Dexter, Dave Murphy, Rosie Murphy, Shari Carney and Jerry Schray. Seven bags of debris were collected. (Photo by Jenna Burns who also participated) efit? Besides the sense of pride your group will feel enhanc­ ing the appearance of your community, the name of your group will be identified on Adopt-A-Highway signs to be displayed near your roadside area. In addition, your group will receive a certificate of participation to display in your lobby or business. How are roads assigned? Requests for specific road­ side areas will be handled on a first-come, first-serve basis between you and a local MDOT region coordinator. All attempts will be made to match you with your first choice, or a segment that is closest to your community. An important note about safety: All Adopt-A-Highway participants are required to conduct a safety meeting before each pickup. All participants are required to wear a MDOTprovided safety vest while working along the roadside. Once your group is issued an Adopt-A-Highway per­ mit, MDOT will provide additional safety informa­ tion, including rules and a DVD. Sign up now and AdoptA-Highway If the area you select is available, please allow approximately four weeks to receive notice from your region office about your adopted area, safety materi­ als and specific pickup times and dates. How can we sign up? 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A popular misconcep­ field (Riverside ball park tion in Nashville is that the near the Thomapple just village park that bears his west of Main Street), and name was a gift from Mrs. Putnam had built and presented to the village a Putnam. This is not true. “While the Putnams were women’s restroom (now vil­ recognized as Nashville’s lage hall) and both had most generous citizens, willed their fine home and an Putnam Park was not one of endowment fund for estab­ their gifts,” wrote the late lishment of a public library. Len W. Feighner, longtime “They should be kindly This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Oct. 11,1983. remembered by the people of An ornamental iron fence encompassed the circular fountain pool built in June Nashville and vicinity for 1919 by Charles Putnam. Village engineer Frank Russell helped, as did street comthose generous deeds, but I am satisfied that neither of missioner William Woodward. The following month, a circular wading pool was built them would want credit for a nearby. Rows of maple trees enhanced the beauty of Putnam Park in this 1915 photo. gift which they did not About five years later, in a thinning-out program, several saplings were transplanted to the new Central Park downtown. make.” The naming of Putnam Park came about because of Charles’ devotion ofhis time and money to develop what had always been called Waterworks Park into a place of tranquil beauty. Personal diaries kept by longtime village engineer Prosperity and tragedy marked the life of Charles Putnam’s 1909 project at the park later named in his honor was construction of a 14-foot square summer house. Often used as a bandstand for open-air con­ certs, the structure (which still stands) also served as a podium for oratory on patriotic holidays. Note the spin­ dle-back chairs on the bandstand in this 1915 photo. Putnam (1846-1918), who rose from humble Adrian farm origins to prominent business and community leader in Nashville. He gave many gifts to the village, but not the park site that bears his name. Infant daughters died in 1881; a favorite nephew in 1899. Afflicted with tuberculosis, Putnam committed suicide in 1918. The entry sign at Putnam Park was set in place July 5, 1911 . marking a milestone for Charles Putnam, who gave of his time and money for development of the park but, contrary to popular belief, did not give the land. It was purchased by the village from the Ralston heirs and was the site of Waterworks Park before Putnam’s role there. The steps and sign posts also are the work of the man who also served as' village president during much of the time he was involved in the park project. Frank Russell, whose baili­ wick was the nearby water­ works building,, attest to Putnam’s own labor in build­ ing a summer house in 1909, constructing outhouses, a fountain and a wading pool in 1910, and finally on July 5,1911, erecting a park entry sign bearing his name. That designation was authorized by the village council as a fitting tribute to These folks are gathered for a Sunday concert about 1911 in Putnam Park, remembers Dessa (Hecker) Handel, who is one of the five young people in the foreground. Clutches of people are gathered here and there in Conversation, and a young mother on a park bench (left center) shows off her baby. Standing (from left) in foreground are Guy Hummel, Hilda (Maurer) Keller, Dessa (Hecker) Handel, Audrey (Hummel) Appelman and Pearl (Belson) Toby. a man who had contributed so much to his community. During his heyday of park development, Putnam also served two terms as village president. Continued next page The lawn was like velvet, recall old-timers who grew up playing in Putnam Park. Children often spent hours climbing in old apple trees west of the hill, and daring young adults scaled the standpipe, an 85,000-gallon municipal water tower built in 1892 on a site then called Waterworks Park. Today, only the top section of the 86foot tower remains, left as a monument to yesteryear when the structure was razed in October 1980. �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, October 12,2013 — Page 9 From previous page A prosperous hardware merchant turned banker, LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeffrey S. Gallentine and Maryellen K. Gallentine, husband and wife, to Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2009 and recorded July 7, 2009 in Instrument Number 200907070007027, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Six Hundred Sixty-One and 3/100 Dollars ($109,661.03) including interest at 5.5% 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 fore­ closed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County., Michigan at 1:00 PM on NOVEMBER 14, 2013. Said premises are located in the Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All of the following described Lots, tracts or parcels of land lying, being and situate in the Township of Orangeville, County of Barry and State of Michigan more particularly described as follows:That part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 26, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry Qounty, Michigan, being described as: commencing at the Southwest corner of said Section 26; thence North 0 degrees 00 minutes 13 seconds East, on the West Section line, 1323.47 feet to the East and West 1/8 line of said Southwest 1/4; thence South 89 degrees 48 minutes 26 seconds East on said 1/8 line; 920.00 feet toparcel the point of beginning of the of land hereindescribed; thence continuing South 89 degrees 48minutes 26 seconds East, on said 1/8 line, 440.00 feet to the East line of the West 1360 feet of the South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4; thence South 0 degrees 00 minutes 13 seconds West, on said East line and paral­ lel with the West Section line, 264.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 48 minutes 26 seconds West, parallel with the East and West 1/8 line of said Southwest 1/4, 440.00 feet; thence North 0 degrees 00 minutes 13 seconds East, parallel with the West Section line, 264.00 feet to the point of beginning.Subject to the rights of public, in that part there­ of, lying within the road right of way of Bever Road.Subject to am easement for ingress, egress and public utilities over the Westerly 70.00 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, 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. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: October 12, 2013 Orlans Associates, P.O.. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 2485021600 File No. 13-012640 (10-12)(11-02) 6824119 Putnam arrived in Nashville The life and legacy of in 1865, the son of an Adrian Charles Putnam has been fanner of modest means. told in past Memories Despite his success here, accounts. Although he can­ Putnam’s life was marked not be credited with giving with tragedy. He and his the site for Putnam Park, he wife, schoolteacher Agnes is almost solely responsible Smith, lost infant twin for its establishment as a daughters in 1881. Eighteen pleasant haven on years later, a favorite nephew Nashville’s North Main they had raised died of Street. injuries sustained in the We are indebted to Spanish-American War. Dorothy (Hummel) Martich Afflicted with tuberculosis, ofBattle Creekfor most of Charles Putnam ended his the photos that appear in own life with a gun in 1918. today’s column. LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA- NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mort­ gage made on July 3, 1998, by Richard W. Mason (a/k/a Richard Wayne Mason, a/k/a Rick Mason), a single man, as Mort­ gagor, given by him to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on July 7, 1998, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instru­ ment Number 1014628, which mortgage was assigned to Com­ mercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated March 16, 2012, recorded on March 20, 2012, in Instrument Number TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by RODERICK L. POWERS, AN UNMARRIED MAN and DIANE K. DIRETTE, A MARRIED WOMAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 31, 2005, and recorded on November 16, 2005, in Liber 1156361, on Page 1, and assigned by said mortgagee to FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE as ASSOCIATION, assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of NinetyThree Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-Seven Dollars and SixtyNine Cents ($93,237.69), including interest at 6.125% per Records, on which Mortgage annum. Under the power of sale there is claimed to be due and contained in said mortgage and unpaid, as of the date of this t the statute in such case made Notice, the sum of Forty-Seven and provided, notice is hereby Thousand Twenty-Two and given that said mortgage, will be 61/100 Dollars ($47,022.61); and foreclosed by a sale of the mort- no spit or proceeding at law or in gaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, At the Eastt recover the debt or any part doors of the Barry County thereof secured by said MortCourthouse our ouse Hastings, gage, and the power of sale in inin Hastings, Michigan, at 01:00 PM o'clock, on said Mortgage having become October 24, 2013 Said premises operative by reason of such are located in Barry County, default; NOTICE IS HEREBY Michigan and are described as: A GIVEN that on Thursday, Octo­ PARCEL OF LAND IN THE ber 31, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in SOUTHEAST FRACTIONAL 114 the afternoon, at the Barry Coun2 ty Courthouse in Hastings, MichiNORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, gan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for A POINT WHERE THE HIGH-Barry Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the LINE OF SAID SECTION 18, highest bidder or bidders at pub­ SAID INTERSECTION BEING lic auction or venue for purposes APPROXIMATELY 574 FEET of satisfying the amounts due SOUTH OF THE EAST 1 / 4 and unpaid on said Mortgage, POST OF SAID SECTION 18, together with all allowable costs THENCE NORTHWESTERLY 66 of sale and includable attorney FEET ALONG THE HIGHWAY fees, the lands and premises in FOR PLACE OF BEGINNING, said Mortgage mentioned and THENCE SOUTH TO THE HIGH described as follows: LAND SIT­ WATER MARK OF GUERNSEY UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE, THENCE NORTHWEST­ RUTLAND, COUNTY OF ERLY ALONG THE SHORE OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DE­ THE LAKE 50 FEET. TOGETH­ SCRIBED AS: Lot 17 Podunk ER WITH ANY AND ALL ACCRE­ Lake Resort, according to the TIONS TO THE PROPERTY recorded plat thereof, according ALONG THE LINE PREVIOUSLY to the recorded plat thereof as DESCRIBED, THENCE NORTH TO THE HIGHWAY, THENCE recorded in Liber 3 of plats on SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG THE Page 7. Excepting and Reserv­ HIGHWAY TO THE POINT OF ing the Right-of-Way of a road­ BEGINNING. The redemption way as now traveled across said period shall be 6 months from the land. Rutland Township, Barry Michigan. Property date of such sale unless deter­ County, mined abandoned in accordance address: 3159 Podunk Lake, Hastings, Michigan 49058 Prop­ with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall erty Parcel: 08-013-210-016-00 be 30 days from the date of such The period within which the premises may be sale. If the above referenced above property is sold at a foreclosure redeemed shall expire one (1) sale under Chapter 600 of the year from the date of sale, unless Michigan Compiled Laws, under in MCL 600-3278, the borrower will dance with M.C.L.A. Sec. be held responsible to the person 600.3241a, in which case the who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to days from the time of such sale. the mortgage holder for damag­ Dated: September 20, 2013 ing the property during the FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & redemption period. FEDERAL SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSO- BANK Benjamin J. Price of HastCIATION Mortgagee/Assignee ings, Michigan, Mortgagee AttorSchneiderman & Sherman, P.C. neys for Mortgagee 313 S. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Washington Square Lansing, Ml Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 48933 (517) 371-8253 (09LBPS.003311 FNMA 28)(10-19) 0682397 (09-21 )(10-12) 6822543 201203200002838, Barry County equity having been instituted to OF SECTION 18, TOWN DESCRIBED AS BEGINNING AT A POINT WHERE THE HIGHWAY CROSSES THE EAST Forrester Brothers in concert Oct. 20 The Forester Brothers will be in concert Sunday, Oct. 20, at Chester Gospel Church. The morning serv­ ice, 11 a.m. will have the brothers showcasing a couple of songs, followed by a full concert at 1:30 p.m. The Forester Brothers have a focus on Southern Gospel music, but also do comedy and puppet ministry. This is a family-friendly opportunity. More information may be obtained by calling the church, 517-543-5488. Chester Gospel Church is located, 3744 W. Vermontville Highway, Charlotte. From the Pulpit Pastor appreciation by Pastor Marc S. Livingston Chester Gospel Church The month of October has been designated as Clergy Appreciation Month. The most common name for this per­ son is “pastor.” God has put some specific qualifications for this ministry in the New Testament books of I Timothy 3-5 and Titus 1. These qualifications are very high. The majority of pastors I know strive diligently to keep them. The ministry of a pastor is more than an hour a week; it’s rarely limited to an eight-hour work day or even a 40-hour week. So, I trust you will express your appreciation to your pastor. What are some ofthe things he does? I’ll listjust a few. One who feeds (spiritually) and cares for the congrega­ tion and the people ofhis community, including those from past ministries and those who’ve never even come to church. This past week, I wept when I heard that a man from a church I shepherded in more than 20 years ago had died. I also wept when I heard about the divorce of a cou­ ple whose wedding I officiated at years ago. Pastors study God’s word so we can teach you from it. Pastors have a strong desire to see the congregation grow spiritually. Pastors watch for and defend from the ever-increasing enemies who attack God’s people and God’s wgrd, and what it stands for. Sometimes this defense even comes from churches that no longer hold the Bible as the ultimate standard for all actions. Pastors counsel those who are hurting, those who are suffering, hold those who have had a loved one die, and a host of other needs. Good pastors faithfully tell those who are destined for Hell (yes it is a real place) how they can have salvation (and Heaven) by believing in Jesus Christ as their person­ al Savior. Pastors love the people God has given them to shepherd, even those who kick, bite, cause division and sometimes even say hurtful things about them and their families. This list could have many more entries. Won’t you take a few minutes to send or call your pastor and let him or her know that you appreciate what he or she does. The Great Shepherd is teaching me to be a better shepherd. My con­ gregation is special, and I appreciate them. LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ralph S. Robertson, a married man and Jessica M. Barnes, a married woman and Jesse J. Barnes, her husband, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 2,2004 and recorded August 5, 2004 in Instrument Number 1131982, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Wells Fargo Bank, NA by assign­ ment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Two Thousand NinetyThree and 49/100 Dollars ($72,093.49) including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County., Michigan at 1:00 PM on NOVEMBER 14, 2013. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Situated in Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan described as follows:Lot 74 and the West M2 of Lot 75 of J.R. Bush's First Addition to the Village of Delton, according to the recorded plat thereof, as record­ ed in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 33. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, 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. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ erty, please contact our office as you noay have certain rights. Dated: October 12, 2013 Orlans Associates, P.C.. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 2485021600 File No. 13-011041 (10-12)(11-02) 06824113 Smoke Testing Notice The Village of Nashville will be testing sewer pipes throughout the village on October 15, 2013 and October 16, 2013 with the use of artificial smoke. The artificial smoke should hot enter your premises unless a sewer leak is present. This testing uses an artificial smoke that is forced through the sewer lines with air pres­ sure to help locate any inflow and infiltration areas in the sewer system caused by breaks in the lines, breaks in manholes, and broken clean-outs. The test will also help locate any unlawful sewer connections, such as downspouts, weep tiles, and sump pumps dis­ charging into the sanitary sewer. The presence of artificial smoke in your house should be reported right away to the per­ sons in the street conducting the tests, or by calling the Village office at 517-852-9544. The artificial smoke is odorless, but nevertheless looks like smoke. The artificial smoke is relatively harmless, but could be irritating. determined abandoned accor- If you smell smoke (i.e. real smoke) please call the fire department first, before calling the Village Office. redemption period shall be 30 Please call the Village Office if there is a person in your household with heart or respira­ tory ailments that could be immobile or alarmed by artificial smoke. House pets will react in a manner similar to a person and leave the ‘smokey’ area. Please make sure that an exit is available for your pet during the testing period. To minimize the chance of artificial smoke entering your house, please pour water into all drains, especially floor drains, prior to the date of the test. Village of Nashville 06824168 �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, October 12, 2013 Lion soccer opens district tournament against the Colts W/n gang’ honored for sidelines work Tom Taylor (from left), Marlowe Burns, Tom Oleson and Jeff Carpenter are acknowledged by Maple Valley Athletic Director Duska Brumm for their service as the chain gang for Maple Valley Lions football games. “The chain gang has to hustle the chain down the sideline and get it set up in the proper spot for the next set of downs. Sometimes, the officials can’t tell if a team has moved the ball far enough for a first down, so they call the chain gang out onto the field to measure," said J-Ad Graphics Sport/Staff Writer Brett Bremer. “They do all that while trying not to get run over.” The team has been running the chains for Maple Valley football for a combined 100-plus years, said Brumm who added, “We greatly appreciate their dedication to our athletic program.” Missing from the photo is Tim Smith. Sequester should spare National Guard We owe a debt of grati­ tude to the men and women in uniform who serve our country. All branches of the military are pivotal in keep­ ing this country safe. However, there is one branch that has been significantly impacted by the sequestra­ tion and the federal govern­ ment shutdown. It is the National Guard. In addition to their civilian duties, these selfless men and women maintain ongoing proficiency in combat opera­ tions, communications and technology, maintenance and repair, and other duties that support mission readiness. These servicemen and women are members of an active component of the mil­ itary, wearing the uniform and serving at home and abroad. When I became aware that the National Guard members were not protected from sequestration like the rest of the military branches, I introduced House Resolution 233 which seeks to exempt National Guard personnel from sequestration cuts in the same manner as other military personnel. This resolution, which has bipartisan support, urges congress and the President of the United States to treat the National Guard in the same way other branches are when it comes to the sequestration. Anyone who is willing to serve and sacrifice for our country should have peace of mind knowing their govern­ ment is ready and willing to stand behind them at all times. )'!SSSSBB8SBBBSBSBB’,b" ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ A. IDV . n Auto Parts From General Maintenance to rPerformance and Off-Road Parts In-Stock 517-726-1502 131 S. Main St., Vermonville (In the old Hardware Building) Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:30; Sat. 8:30-1:30 Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel recently announced the federal shutdown will no longer impact the National Guard. However, they con­ tinue to face cuts as a result of sequestration. With support and pressure from citizens like you, I am confident congress will see fit to exempt the National Guard from the effects of the sequestration. Together we can stand up and make a dif­ ference in the lives of Michigan's “citizens sol­ diers.” The Michigan National Guard deserves nothing less. Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ soccer team opens play in the Division 3 District Tournament it’s hosting Monday, traveling to Comstock for a 6 p.m. start. One of the best games of next week’s district tourna­ ment, which is being hosted by Maple Valley, might be another one of the first round games. Lakewood opens post­ season play with a match at Delton Kellogg Monday at 6 p.m. Delton Kellogg scored wins against all six of its district foes during the reg- onship match is slated for 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 19. Maple Valley closed the Kalamazoo Valley Association Tournament with a 7-0 loss at Galesburg-Augusta Monday. The Lions were scheduled to finish off the regular season at Perry Friday. “It has been nice to have a few consecutive days of practice to work over some things and give guys a chancS to recoup,” said Lion head coach Andy Roush heading into Friday’s contest. Lions come up a few TDs short in shoot-out with Irish The Lions kept edging within two scores, and the Fighting Irish kept answer­ ing. Hackett Catholic Central’s varsity football team topped visiting Maple Valley 54-34 in Kalamazoo Friday, dropping the Lions’ record to 1-6 overall this season in the Kalamazoo Valley Association. Hackett Catholic Central jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the opening half, thanks to touchdown runs, for 49 yards, 42 yards and 30 yards by Corey Burdgick. The teams then traded touchdowns in the second half, until the Irish finally pulled away with three touchdowns in the first seven minutes of the fourth quarter that put them in front 54-20. Quarterback Beau Johnson had a big night for the Lions through the air, connecting on 13-of-21 attempts for 251 yards. The two teams combined to score 34 points in the final 6:04 of the third quarter. The scoring flurry started with Johnson completing a 7-yard touchdown pass to Anthony Mahler, and Ryan Mudge rushing in the twopoint try for the Lions to make the score 20-8. Jacob Buday answered two minutes later with a 41yard touchdown run, and LEAF PICK UPj| ip? The Village of Nashville will start picking up leaves October 21st and will continue to pick up as long as weather permits. Please place all leaves to be picked up next to the side of the roadJsSL -'on or after this date. THIS DOES Jz NOT INCLUDE BRUSH. THERE QW WILL BE NO FURTHER//t W . / BRUSH PICK UP THIS FALL. Nashville DPW ular season, with a victory over Olivet later being for­ feited because of an ineligi­ ble player. That string of wins included a 2-1 victory for the Panthers over the Vikings back in August. Comstock and Maple Valley also meet up Monday, in Comstock, with the winners of the two con­ tests meeting in Nashville Wednesday afternoon. On the other half of the district bracket, Pennfield waits in the semifinals for Monday’s other opening round game between Olivet and Parchment. The district champi- Sam Kerr added the extrapoint kick for the Irish. It only took 23 seconds for the Lions to get some of those points back, with Johnson connecting with Mahler on a 65-yard touchdown pass. Burdgick had the Irish answer this time, scoring on a 41-yard run with 46 seconds left in the third quarter. The Lions came right back with another big play, as Austin Gonser scored on a 67-yard run with 27 sec­ onds left in the period. Buday finally put things away with touchdown runs of 45 yards and 30 yards in the first four and a half minutes of the fourth quarter. Gowan Baldwin added a three-yard touchdown run that put his team up 54-20 following the sixth good PAT from Kerr of the night. Maple Valley finished strong, getting a 47-yard touchdown pass from Johnson to Gonser with 4:34 left and a 78-yard touchdown run by Gonser with 2:24 on the clock. Gonser finished the night with six rushes for 144 yards and nine receptions for 159 yards. He also completed one pass attempt for 7 yards on three tries. Mudge added 15 rushes for 49 yards for Maple Valley. . Mahler had two receptions for 72 yards. Burdgick led the Fighting Irish with 15 rushes for 283 yards. Buday scored on all three of his rushes, covering 117 yards. Baldwin added 15 rushes for 91 yards. Irish quarterback Joe Wenzel was 5-of-9 passing for 87 yards. Even Wenzel had one passing attempt, and that one was picked off by Gonser. Buday and Evan Wenzel had the two interceptions for the Fighting Irish. Maple Valley hosts its homecoming contest against winless Galesburg-Augusta Friday night in Nashville. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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Hastings varsity volley­ ball team defeated Maple Valley 25-23, 25-19, 25-20 on the team’s annual cancer awareness night at Hastings High School Monday. Both coaches were most proud of the teamwork their teams exhibited throughout the evening. Hastings head coach Vai Slaughter was pleased with •the way junior setter Erin Goggins moved the attack around. “They really worked well as a team tonight,” Slaughter said. “I think Erin set up just about everyone tonight. She set everyone in the front row. She set everyone in the back row. She spread it around pretty good in the front. It was just nice to see it spread around.” Gracq Bosma had a good night attacking for the Saxons in the middle, and on the outside McKenzie Teske put up a solid attack when she had her chances. Hadley Joppie finished with six kills for the Lions, but the Saxons’ edge at the net was the biggest differ­ ence in the contest. Lion head coach Sarah Carpenter saw her team pass­ ing a little better, and was happy to see a quick set which the girls had been working on. But most of all/ Carpenter liked the attitude she saw on the court. “On Saturday (at Springport), we had what I hope to be our lowest point of the season, and our girls rallied together and decided that they were going to Maple Valley senior Jordan Woodman passes a Saxon serve as teammate Taylor Lamance looks on in the back row during the second set Monday at Hastings High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley’s Marissa Pierce sets the ball up as Hastings’ Maddie Dailey protects the net from the other side during Monday’s match at Hastings High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Ricketts had 11 digs each for the Lions, while Joppie had ten and Marissa Pierce eight. Pierce and Ricketts each had three kills apiece. Larsen fin­ ished the night with 15 assists. The Lions didn’t just lead For Rent after one point. 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A powerful attack by Bosma finally clinched it for Hastings. Hastings held a small lead throughout most of the sec­ ond and third sets. Coach Carpenter is look­ ing forward to her team hosting the annual cancer awareness night contest at Maple Valley High School next fall. Schoolcraft handed the Lions a tough Kalamazoo Valley Association defeat Wednesday, topping its host 25-11,25-11,25-12. Joppie and Ricketts had four kills each for the Lions. Larsen had ten assists and ten digs. Joppie and Larsen both reached the team’s dig goal for the match. The Lions are at OvidElsie for a tournament today and return to league action at Kalamazoo Christian Wednesday. 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Births, deaths, marriages, sports, city council meetings, school functions and more — it’s all covered by your local paper. The Reminder, like all your community newspapers, is no exception. In fact, it is one of the best newspapers in the.state. Often recognized by the Michigan Press Association and the Community Newspapers of Michigan for its work, your local Reminder is covering Barry County and surrounding areas at an admired standard of excellence. The Reminder tells its readers what’s going on in the community as does the Maple Valley News, the Lakewood News, and the Sun and News. A good newspaper measures the pulse of its community, it lets readers know so many things happening in their hometown and tells them what’s important. Where else can you get this? ... Do you get it from a minute or two at the top of the hour on a radio station? Most stations don’t even run news coverage anymore. ... Do you get it from the sensational news story that the television stations deem necessary to blast all over the air waves? As the television people have said for years, “If it bleeds, it leads.” ... Do you get it from the Internet? You have to dig for the news from all these Internet sites and it never has much detail to it. Sadly, many communities are losing their pulse— like a patient slipping away as the heartbeat fades. That may be dramatic, but it does strike a chord: Local newspapers do so much for a sense of community. I know I’m seeing that where I live: Advertisers struggling to find a way to reach customers, readers feeling out of touch with the area, and organizers looking to publicize their events. The economy has taken its toll on all of us and the Reminder is no exception. The good news is you can do something about keeping and improving your community by helping the Reminder to stay strong. Publisher Fred Jacobs is promoting a voluntary subscription program as a way for readers to support the Reminder and to keep it a healthy voice in the Hastings and Barry County area and beyond. As a former newspaper publisher, I’ve known Fred for many years through our membership in the Michigan Press Association. You have no greater friend for the local community than Fred Jacobs. The Reminder serves the community and its readers and advertisers with dedication and commitment that you can only expect from a local newspaper. Please show your support of the Reminder by participating in the voluntary subscription program. The more support you give your newspaper, the stronger your community becomes. Sincerely, Scott D. McGraw, Interim Executive Officer Home Builders Association Kalamazoo Please Tell Us How We re Doing! Community Newspapers Voluntary Partnership Program YES NO 1 want to help keep my community newspaper strong. 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Ml 49058 269-945-9554 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-10-19.pdf 0c4ba3cc09c53e7db42bc1fc6fd688f8 PDF Text Text APLE VALLEY news Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 42, October 19, 2013 A local paper oftoday! Construction manager approved as plans for bond issue proceed by Shari Carney Staff Writer Miller-Davis Construction, of Kalamazoo, will be the construction man­ ager for Maple Valley School District as approved by the school board Monday, Oct. 14 at its regular meet­ ing. Citizens are invited to attend information meetings beginning in November. See related article with Darryl Sydloski as the guest writer for this week’s Superintendent’s Corner. “We are 27 students down district wide,” said Maple Valley Schools Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon. ““However, However, our kindergarten and second grade classrooms are all at 27 or 28 each.” “This works out to around $193,750 in less revenue,” said Finance Director Darryl Sydloski in his written report to the board. “Now that we have the preliminary unoffi­ cial student count and staffing in place. I am able to work on the amended budg­ et. I plan on presenting the preliminary amended budget to the finance committee later this month.” Due to the high numbers, three paraprofessionals have been reassigned to the kindergarten class rooms. Falcon said she met with a parent advisory council last week. “We discussed concerns and issues in the district,” said Falcon. “We received positive feedback ... we also met with parents who have concerns with the lack of cross grade level student interraction.” Falcon said she, parents, teachers and administrators are working toward solutions to make socialization oppor­ tunities available. In other business, Falcon said adult meal prices are ris- ing by five cents to $3.05. This is to be compliant with the Michigan Department of Education. The district is switching to Meal Magic, a new software program. This will be in use by Nov. 1, said Falcon. Results from a survey of staff and parents were pre­ sented to the board in a writ­ ten report by Fuller Street Elementary Principal Susanne Waffle. “Staff and parents have completed the shared vision process or Reinventing Schools Coalition,” said Waffle. “Both groups answered the question ‘What do kids need to be successful in the 21st century?’ ... The groups aligned and said tech­ nology, problem solving skills, taking ownership for their learning and respect for others were the skills neces­ sary.” Jr./Sr. High School Principal Todd Gonser Nash Bash and Christmas plans on NACC agenda The Nashville Area Citizens Coalition is inviting interested persons to attend the regular meeting Monday, Oct. 21, 7 p.m. in the Kellogg Community Center. Nash Bash and Village Christmas plans will be dis- cussed. For more information about NACC contact Shirley Dexter, 517-852-0276. reported on behalf of Jeff Seavolt, building trades instructor of $1,200 cash and 20 logs donated to the sawmill. Atheltic Director Duska Brumm said in her written report Kyle and Kendra Hughes donated uniforms to the eighth grade volleyball team. George said Eaton Rapids School District donated 18 wireless access points. Wireless access points allow users to access the network with few or no cables. Director Technology Tracy George gave a presen­ tation of Apple TV and an iPad. With these products a teacher can move about the room“This technology makes the teacher portable,” said George, “and allows interac­ tivity. George is working with teachers to design classroom websites. George said ele­ mentary classrooms have an average of 14 iPads per room. WiFi has been expanded and system upgrades continue with the goal of having Windows 7 on each computer. With Tim Burd and Kevin Rost absent the board approved: • The payment of bills from the general fund, $189,842; athletic fund, $7,632; food service, $3,688; Sept. 30 payroll, $220,604, Oct. 4 payroll, $216,640. FFA National Convention trip to Indiana from Oct. 29 to Nov. 1. • Adoption of the Michigan Virtual University statewide course catalog. • Hiring of Miller-Davis Construction as the construc­ tion managers for the upcoming bond issue. Bus driver Robin Heney has resigned and Denise Pifer is on a medical leave. “We are in the process of looking for substitute bus drivers,” said Transportation Director Pat Powers in a written report to the board. “Resignations and medical leaves have made us short on bus drivers.” The next regular meeting of the school board is Monday, Nov. 11, 7 p.m. Vermontville sets limits to garage sales by Shari Carney Staff Writer Guidelines for the number and the length of garage sales within the village of Vermontville will now be regulated to six per year with three-day sales limits follow­ ing a resolution passed by the Vermontville Village Council on Thursday, Oct. 19. The resolution was pro­ posed by Council member Sue Villanueva during the Council’s regular meeting on Thursday, Oct. 10 and will include sales held in con­ junction with the maple syrup festival and communi­ ty sales. Trustee Jason Sheridan said this resolution is to stop sales that seem to run weeks at a time. In other business, Treasurer Kathy Joppie said $28,000 has been turned over to the county for delinquent taxes. Regarding certificates of deposit Joppie said she is trying to get better interest rates by calling banks and credit unions. The council approved the following with Trustee Charlie Viele absent: • The garage sale guide- lines limiting sales to six per year, three day limit per sale. • Trunk or Treat Saturday, Oct. 26 from 4:30 to 7 p.m., Garry Patrick was the lone nay vote saying Trunk or Treat and trick or treat should be on the same night. • Halloween trick or treat­ ing Thursday, Oct. 31, 5 to 7 p.m. • $1,000 toward the USDA Rural Development proposal. • Donation of $241 for Tri-County Aging Consortium Meals on Wheels program. Department of Public Works Supervisor Monte O’Dell commended Deputy Clerk Judy Mohler for doing a “really good job” with water billing. The bills are $1,773 in arrears compared to “a few years ago” when the amount was in excess of $17,000. The next regular meeting of the council will be Thursday, Nov. 14, 7 p.m. In This Issue Major adoration Maple Valley drum majors, representing half of the most famous musical quartet, receive adoration from the color guard during the Hastings Invitational Oct. 5. Pictured are (from left) Courtney Walker, Travis Rockwell, Emily Mater, Heather Rockwell, Lee Christopher, Catie Eldridge and Anna Pash. The Maple Valley color guard received an award of excellence and placed second among Class D schools Oct. 5. The band, which has been playing music of The Beatles, also competed in the District 10 Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association Festival at East Kentwood High School Oct. 8. For more photos of the band from both events, see page 2. • Nashville hosts walk for hunger • Fuller Street Elementary is declared a bully free zone • Schoolcraft stops Lions from scoring first KVA cross country title • Nashville’s Callton named Michigan Chiropractor of the Year �Page 2 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, October 19, 2013 Maple Valley Marching Lions take the fields The Maple Valley Marching Lions compete in the Hastings Invitational Saturday, Oct. 5. Color guard member Anna Pash beams as Drum Major Lee Christopher strikes the keys during a per­ formance of the Hastings Invitational Oct. 5. O No @ SUdium Stating SHOWTIMES 10/19 - 10/23 rmrs mb times sourer w cmmk The flute section of the Maple Valley Marching Band is represented by Sequoya Henigan, Megan Hunt and Kristen Chambers. The band performed during the District 10 Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association Festival at East Kentwood High School. 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State St., Hastings • 945-9673 Saturday, October 26, 4-7 pm At Fuller Street Elementary CARNIVAL GAMES & ACTIVITIES o BOUNCE HOUSE CONCESSION STAND COTTON CANDY POPCORN PIZZA will be available for purchase FACE PAINTING o PUMPKIN BOWLING 'P’te&etttecC t&e “JtMet, Street Panetit 7*eaeAen 'Jietawib The Greater Federation Women’s Club Club of Vermontville is sponsoring its annual Christmas basket program. This program is supported by local churches, businesses, service organiza­ tions and individuals. To receive a basket, regis­ tration is required by contact­ ing the Family Independence Agency through dialing 211. Independent Bank on Main Street in Vermontville is accepting donations oftoys and non-perishable food items for distribution. Baskets will be available Saturday, Dec. 21 from 9 to 11 a.m., Vermontville Bible Church. 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Charlton Park hosting All Hallows’ Eve next Saturday Area residents are urged to grab a favorite costume and join Historic Charlton Park for an afternoon of family­ friendly fun during the All Hallows Eve event Saturday, Oct. 26. From 3 to 6 p.m., guests can enjoy trick-or-treating in the historic village (bring own treat bag), games on the village green, a hay maze, scavenger hunt, pumpkin painting, balloons and more. Prizes will be awarded for For additional informa­ best Costume in a variety of tion, visit www.charltoncategories. park.org or call 269-945­ “Take a hayride and view 3775. the park in its fall splendor, “ Historic Charlton Park is said Stacey Graham, office located between Hastings manager. “Refreshments will and Nashville, north of M-79 be served, including popcorn at 2545 Charlton Park Road. balls, doughnuts and cider.” (Note: Due to road con­ The cost is $3 for anyone struction, event organizers age 13 and up. Children 12 recommend accessing the and younger are free, but Park north ofthe Thornapple must be accompanied by an River.) adult. Parking is free. Eaton County 4-H enrolling now Life’s little questions aren’t meant to be answered alone. Instead, Christine Heverly suggests joining 4­ H, where youths learn practi­ cal lessons like pet care, growing gardens, or building things and important values like responsibility. Heverly, Eaton County 4­ H program director, says city or country children may join to tackle life’s little ques­ tions in a 4-H club because 4-H uses experiential, handson learning, and time is spent intentionally thinking about what’s learned. “This creates meaningful experiences for youth who learn skills and ideas that last a lifetime,” says Heverly. Youths age 5 to 19 may learn how to be a photogra­ pher, build a robot, grow a garden, compose and per­ form a song or raise an ani­ mal. “But what they are really doing is learning to be a leader, building their self­ confidence, growing their awareness of good citizenship, writing their own future and raising expectations — of themselves,” • says Heverly. Adults can even be involved as leaders. The leaders are offered research- based support and training in age-appropriate learning methods and materials to help with planning activities and projects for young peo­ ple in safe, nurturing envi­ ronments. Eaton County 4-H dead­ line for enrollment is Friday, Nov. 15, but don’t delay, she said, since many clubs have earlier deadlines. Call Heverly at the Eaton County MSU Extension office, , 517- 543-2310, or m a i J e sisungch@anr.msu.edu to learn more about how to get involved. Maple Valley Marching Lions (back row, from left) Sara Line, Austin Ledford, Mackenzie Greenhoe-Collier, (front) Lucas Miller, Jessica Eaton and Alicia Carter play songs made famous by the Beatles, during the Oct. 8 festival at East Kentwood High School. Photos by Kathy Maurer ME HOME HAND& z POWER' TOOLS ARMSTRONG USG DRYWALL VINYL SIDING j^ARBOR- CABINETS OAK, PINE MOLDING PLYWOOD-LUMBER PRE-HUNG STEEL DOORS permadoor TILE DRY MIX CRETE hCome Coommee.to quality. Andersen. bfl PLUMBING gr SUPPLIES PAINTS FIBERGLASS INSULATION 3/SH Johns Manville Ml tanks fillip HIM �Pay, 4 — ju«t Say *A» Advertised tn the Maple Valley *News Saturday October 19. 2013 Nashville hosts walk for hunger by Shari Carney Staff Writer K warm, sunny day greet­ ed walken, joggcn and run­ ners for the 3l«t Barry County CROP Walk in Nashville Sunday. Oct. 13. Churches fn»m Hastings. Nashville. Middleville. Parmalee and other sur­ rounding areav were repre­ sented Participants the began three-mile walk from St. Cyril Catholic Church and then trekked thnmgh the vil- A beautiful fall day meets walkers who are participating in raising money for the annual Barry County CROP Walk. The event was in Nashville, from St. Cyril Catholic Church, winding through town and culminating three miles later at the United Methodist Church. The Smith family (from left) Dan, Abby and Diane are representing Nashville United Methodist Church for the Barry County CROP Walk Sunday. “This is really impres­ sive,” he said. “They will probably stay the rest of their lives.” Middleville United Methodist Church, $740. Nearly half of the partici­ pants, 76 in all, were chil­ dren, said Hudson. Nolan Hudson'shows the mismatched socks he wore to the Barry County CROP Walk In honor of Larry Hollenbeck. Hollenbeck, who died in May, wore the mis­ matched pairings as a CROP Walk tradition. Owen Eggers is ready for CROP Walk Sunday. He practices by pulling the wagon around St. Cyril Catholic Church in Nashville. DOBBIN'S ACDelco COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE CENTER Four Local GM Automotive Specialists LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON M 79 I* Compatible With All Maltes B Models HOUK TOWINC SERVICE AVAILABLE SELL YOUR VEHICLE www.M37Auction.com 616-871-2662 Caledonia, Ml Eliminate the hassles of selling your vehicle... £ LET US SELL IT FOR YOU! • New Construction Designed and Installed • Boiler Installation and Service • Radian! Floor Tubing and Ceiling Installation • Duel Cleaning and Sanitizing • High-Efficiency Furnace and Air Conditioning Installation • 24 Hom Phone Service » Fre? Estimates | Goodman Air Conditioning & Heating Serving Your Community for Over 40 Years lage, ending at the United Methodist Church where hot-dogs, chips, drinks, cakes and cupcakes awaited. Some of the participants donned mismatched socks in remembrance of Larry Hollenbeck who died in May. Hollenbeck, who was active in the CROP walks, had made a tradition of wear­ ing mismatched socks each year. This year’s event raised $12,177 as of Oct. 16, with 163 people participating. More money is expected to come in. Of the donations, 25 percent will be distributed in Barry County, with the remainder given to fight world hunger through Church World Services. Five local organizations will ben­ efit: Barry County Cares • Fuel Oil Furnace Installation and Service • Geo-Thermal Installation and Service • Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Sales and Service ♦AO Smith Water Heater Sales and Service • Empire Space Healer Sales and Service FROST HEATING & COOLING QUALITY, VALBE 8 SERVICE Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 (formerly Love Inc.), Hastings Community Food Pantry, Good Food for Freeport, Maple Valley Community Center of Hope and the Middleville Food Pantry. Middleville United Methodist Church, with 50 participants, raised $2,875, achieving first place among the churches. Second place went to Nashville United Methodist Church, which brought in $2,017. The top four individual earners were Nolan Hudson, $1,040; Susan Foster, $741; Shannon Powers (recruiter), $660 and Avis Geren, $605. Marcia Bell raised $500 from business donations. Youth groups that raised a minimum of $500 will receive an additional $200 match, said Hudson. Three youth groups exceeded this goal: Grace Lutheran Church in Hastings raised $995, First Presbyterian Church in Hastings, $905 and Nashville (517) 852- f Ridge Mater is likely the youngest representative of the Barry County CROP Walk in Nashville Sunday. Mater’s family represents Grace Church. IStanton'S Real Estate & Personal Property LOCATED AT 600 S. Main Street, Vermontville, Ml on FRIDAY NOVEMBER 8,2013 Personal property sells at 2:00 p.m. Real estate sells at 4:00 p.m. Selling this two story home with four bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, main floor laundry (in bathroom), kitchen, dining room, large •living room, enclosed front porch and deck at auction. The prop______ erty also has a 26x40 pole building/garage. Be sure to see this. very nice property! l I OPEN HOUSES: Monday,,, October 28 - 4:00-5:30 and Sunday, November 3-1:00-2:30. Call for a flyer with additional Information and a list of the personal property to be sold. ESTATE OF DEAN & JOAN HANSEN Call 269-945-9554 * lor Maple Valley News action ads! 144 South Main St P.0. Box 146 Vermontville, Ml 49096 Phone: 517-726-0181 Fax: 517-726-0060 e-ntnl stantonsauctions@8bc0obal.net www tfantom-auettons com o< property, at auction, anywhere. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, October 19,2013 — Page 5 train in Nashville From the Pulpit Marvelous grace by Pastor Daniel Smith Input sought for facility improvement plans by Darryl Sydloski Maple Valley Director of Finance Maple Valley Schools has taken several steps to devel­ op a district-wide master plan for much-needed facili­ ty improvements. The plan recommends exploring various funding options, and community members, staff and students are invited to participate. The goal is to improve the facili­ ties district-wide. We are looking to involve communi­ ty and staffmembers in a pri­ oritization process. Information-seeking meet­ ings will be Tuesdays, begin­ ning, Nov. 12, at 6:30 p.m. in the administration office board room. The Maple Valley Board of Education has recently engaged two firms to help in developing this plan. Kingscott Associates of Kalamazoo, the district’s architectural firm, and Miller Davis . Construction Call 269-945-9554 for maple Valley News action ads! Company, also of Kalamazoo, will be the con­ struction management firm. Both firms specialize in the development of long-range master plans for public schools. Maple Valley also has engaged Gracon Services Inc. of Okemos for a longrange technology analysis. Kingscott, Miller Davis and Gracon are working with staff to complete a compre­ hensive analysis of current facility conditions. A steer­ ing committee will evaluate the report, prioritize recommendations, develop a district-wide master plan and recommend funding options. A report and recommendation will then be made to the board of education in the coming months. Please join us for the first introductory meeting. For more information, call 517­ 852-9699. A planning website will be available soon to upcoming follow the process. We hope you are able to join us in this exciting time for Maple Valley Schools. For more information visit www.mvs.kl2.mi.us or find us on Facebook. Unique 66 Antiques Antiques, Collectibles & Crafts Hours: Mon. Closed; Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 10-5; Wed. 12-7; Sat. & Sun;. 10-4 220 N. Main St., Nashville • 517-852-9080 Check out all ofour booths on our website www.66uniqueantiques.weebly.com & 06824551 06824618 Village of Vermontvme Amanda Cope as a Jedi knight leads Jedis-in-training through several important battle moves. Putnam District Library in Nashville held its second Star Wars Reads Day Saturday, Oct. 5. New this year was the addition of a 30-minute Jedi Training Academy. Young Jedis learned the importance of remaining calm, envisioning a goal and maintaining balance even in times ofconflict. Amanda Cope, a Potterville resident and member of the 501st Rebel Legion of the Great Lakes Base, dressed in full Jedi Knight costume, including a lifelike light saber, volunteered to train the young Jedis. The event was attended by 35 children and their families who made an origami Yoda, a fingerprint Vader, and created their own Wookie, Yoda or R2D2. The Fueling Station was stocked with Princess Leia Buns (cinnamon rolls), Thermal Detonators (malted milk balls), and Wookie Cookies (Teddy Grahams). To quench the thirst of those in training, Yoda Soda, R2D2 H20 and Vader Aid was also available. Treats were provided by the Friends of Putnam District Library. Many “Star Wars” items, donated by publishers, were given away at the event, and each Jedi who checked out a Young Jedi Joshua Roush demonstrates how to practice the skills of being calm and envision­ ing your goal. Star Wars book was able to choose a sheet of “Angry Birds Star Wars” stickers. Star Wars Reads Day was sponsored by DK Publishers and other publishing part­ ners. The library is preparing for Star Wars Reads Day III next fall. The library serves the townships of Assyria, Castleton, and Maple Grove. Any student enrolled in Maple Valley Schools is invited to obtain a Putnam library card. For more information on library services and program­ ming visit www.putnamlib.org or fol­ low the library on Facebook. Trunk-or-Treat Oct. 26. 2013=^ Maple Valley ffttaunacy^ 4:30-7:00 p.m. Upon retiring to the sidelines there are a few thank Trick-or-Treat To Jody, Emily, Judy, Alan, past and new employ­ ees... It has been a pleasure working with all of you. I take away some great memories. Stop in and try our... 1• QQ BREAKFAST SPECIALS (3 to choosefrom) 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! DINNER Wed., Oct. 23rd • 5-7 pm Vermontville Unitea Methodist Church Homemade entree, veggies, dessert ek. & beverage. KI W W 06 824 539 STANTON'S r EXCELLENT REM ESTATE AUCTION THURSDAY. NOVEMBER 7.2013 • 12:30 PM 5:00-7:00 P.m. Kettle Cafe ^WMMUNITiS^ LOCATED AT 404 Washington Street, Nashville,Ml on yous to point out. Oct. 31. 2013 “ Country Vermontville Bible Church There was no question of her guilt. She had grievously sinned, bringing disgrace on herself. More important­ ly, she had broken God’s command, “You shall not.” It is interesting that when the religious leaders, these scribes and the Pharisees, brought the woman to Jesus for judgment, they had a hidden agenda. They weren’t real­ ly interested in seeking justice against the woman. Their purpose was to find a reason to condemn Jesus. Jesus knew. He turned to her accusers and simply said to them in John 8:7, “He who is without sin, let him throw the first stone.” Then he stooped down and began writing in the dirt. What was he writing? Was he writing their names? Was he listing their sins? Their self-righteousness was exposed. One by one, every one of them walked away, begin­ ning with the oldest. They all knew they also had broken God’s commands. We all have. The Bible says in Romans 6:23 that the wages of our sin, what we earn, what we deserve, is death, judgment. After a few moments, Jesus stood to his feet, looked the woman in the eye, and asked, “Where all of your accusers?” She answered, saying they were all gone. Jesus, in his love and in his grace, said to the woman, “They no longer condemn you? Neither do I. Go and sin no more!” Grace. God’s grace. Grace is a concept that is foreign to most of our thinking. What exactly is grace? God’s grace is God not giving us what we deserve. What do we deserve? Because of our sin, we deserve God’s judg­ ment. But because of his love and grace, God sent his son, Jesus, to die on a cross to take the punishment for our sins. John 3:16 says, “For God so loved the world,” — he so loved you and me — “that he gave his only begotten son,” Jesus, who died on the cross, “that whoever believes in him shall not perish, but have everlasting life.” The Bible clearly teaches that we need to make a deci­ sion to admit our sins, to believe that Jesus paid the penalty for our sins, and to ask him to save us. Ephesians 2:8-9 echoes one ofthe most precious truths in all of the Bible, salvation is by grace through faith in Christ. $Oq encffDf lunch To Shane and Lori McNeill for so much of them­ selves to this community. You make each staff member family. SPECIALS 2 for$1500 Saturday thru Thursday 4-8 pm To all the customers for allowing me the privilege of serving you. And to your wonderful under­ standing in my not always remembering names, § OPEN HOUSES: Tuesday, October 29 - 4:00-5:30 and Sunday, November 3-1:00-2:30. MR. & MRS. BILLIE CONLEY, OWNERS 3 144 South Main St (that's every night except Friday) 4 Dinner choices that include soup & salad bar and dessert! Excellent Victorian brick two-story home built in 1890 with approx. 2965 square feet of liv­ ing areas, 3-4+ bedrooms, kitchen and dinette area, living room with fireplace, formal dining room and 2 baths. Washer and dryer hookups on the main floor. Three nice porches and a carriage house/two car garage. Kitchen appliances are included. Be sure to see this wonderful home! I consider each and everyone a friend. P.O. Box 146 raiffwirepK Vermontville, Ml 49096 ■ Mike '3) Phone: 517-726-0181 ■■■ w stantonsaucbons@sbcglobal.net www.stantons-auctions.com Selling real estate and all types of property, at auction, anywhere. �Page 6 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, October 19, 2013 Legos bring out the creativity Camden Carpenter gets lost in a book while researching for his Lego building chal- on as foreground are Ella Mayfield (left) and Macey Dunham. lenge. Lego Club members met at Putnam District Library where building bricks were brought out once again on Saturday, Sept. 28. Some builders arrived with ready-made creations for show-and-tell while oth­ ers were enthusiastic for the club to get building, said Director Shauna Swantek. Lego Club members meet one Saturday each month to construct with a theme in mind. September’s theme motivated participants to build a scene from their favorite book. What seemed a simple task at first, proved challenging to those who are avid readers. As always, the designs were impressive and. the children really used their imagination to take the ordi­ nary shapes of the Lego bricks and transform them into wonderful creations. Fifth grader Cole Clark fashioned a mysterious cemetery scene from his favorite book Alex Rider Crocodile Tears, which judges deemed to be first place material. Second place was awarded to Andy Pena, a third grader, for his scene from the Particular Pumpkin Thief, while Noah Scott fourth grader, came in third place, with his scene from Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. All three Lego constructions are currently on display in the children’s section of the library. Lego Club signups contin­ ue and is being extended to include second to sixth graders. Builders must be able to work independently. Visit the library’s front desk or parents may call the library, 517-852-9.723, to preregister their child. Preregistration allows mem­ bers to receive communica­ tion prior to each building date and helps staff to plan accordingly. Putnam District Library serves the townships of Assyria, Castleton, and Maple Grove as well as all students enrolled in Maple Seth Wiehe (center) shares his buddy building challenge creation with Noah Scott, *Valley Schools. The library Monday, (left) and Cole Clark. is, open Wednesday, and Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday , 3 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1p.m. More information can be found at www.putnamlib.org or by following the library's activity on Facebook. Lego Club’s next gather­ ing is, 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 26. Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers • Lakewood News • Maple Valley News • Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News • Reminder • Hastings Banner "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 Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager 06815650 Over 64,000 Papers Distributed Every Week! 1351 N. M-43 Highway • P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone (269) 945-9554 • Fax (269) 945-5192 �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, October 19,2013 — Page 7 Free snowmobile safety class will be offered In response to conununity interest, the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office has announced it will conduct a free Snowmobile Safety class in December. The Sheriff’s Office will be conducting the class on Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 16 and 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. in its training room, 1025 Independence Blvd. There is no charge for the class. To enroll or to inquire, contact Jerri Nesbitt at 517­ 543-5257. See us for color copies, one-hour digital and 35 mm photo processing, business cards, invitations and all your printing needs. J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits Low-priced prescriptions, great coffee & relaxing massage. We'll help you feel better! [HOMETOWN j lAaple Valley LUMBER & HARDWARE pharmacy- 219 S. State St., Nashville, Ml regular hours * Mon-Fri 9-6 • Sat 9-1 219 N. 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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 CHURCHOF 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 REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. . Sunday School............................ 9:45 Morning Worship............................. 11 Evening Worship.............................. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .......... 6:45 p.m. . . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service..... Sunday School ..... ........ 9 a.m. 0:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) 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 Suri: 9:00 .Sunday School 10: 00 Church Service 11: 00...................................... Fellowship class, where we learned that m insects have a larval or immature stage but then undergo rather extreme changes as they enter their adult stage. Caterpillars turning into butterflies are probably the best example, but tadpoles turning into frogs are equally dramatic. Human beings undergo less dramatic physical changes, but we sometimes undergo psychic or spiritual metamorphoses which can be very extreme. Conversion experiences are sometimes that way. A person living a wayward life may be so moved by a religious experience that they completely change their ways, almost overnight. Sometimes the changes are so drastic that they are hardly recognizable to their friends and family. We often describe these experiences as if we had emerged from a cocoon or the scales had fallen from our eyes. But, our blindness is sometimes of our own making. And sometimes we prefer to stay in our cocoons when what we really need is to venture forth and spread our wings in order to experience growth. Indeed, conversion experiences are scary because we don’t know what life is going to be like with our newwings, but if we are going to fly we have to take a leap of faith and emerge from our cocoons. FLOWERS, PLANTS, BALLOONS & GIFTS for Weddings, Sympathy, Birthdays, Anniversaries and Every Day! Delivery Available • We Rent Tuxes 234 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9224 • 517-852-1691 CINDY HEINSEN, OWNER 517-852-9100 501 N. Main (M-66) • Nashville, Ml -Christopher Simon A Nashville Destination! GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . 517-726-0526 . Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. . Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship............................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday Schoo . .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...................................... 6 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 GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-852-2043 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 UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West W.orship 11:15 a.m. .PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT . ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 2415 McCann Road SIMPLY THE BEST! ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................... 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................ 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 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 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-726-0526 WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 8 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News'Saturday. October 19, 2013 Early detection is key to breast cancer survival An estimated 8,140 Michigan women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and 1360 women will die from the disease by the end ofthe year. The good news is that it can be detected early. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Michigan Department of Community Health is encouraging women to fol­ low screening recommenda­ tions to detect breast cancer early. “Early detection is the key to survival. With regular screening, breast cancer is more likely to be detected at an earlier stage, when it is most treatable,” said Dr. Matthew Davis, chief med­ ical executive with the . MDCH. “The five-year sur­ vival rate among women whose breast cancer has not spread beyond the breast at the time of diagnosis is 98 percent.” It is recommended that women ages 20 to 39 receive a clinical breast exam every three years, and women 40 years and older receive a clinical breast exam and * mammogram yearly for as long as a woman is in good breast cancer, family history of breast cancer and, in a few cases, breast cancer is inher­ ited due to genetic factors. There are things women can do to lower their risk of get­ ting breast cancer including limiting alcohol intake, being physically active and main­ taining a healthy body weight The MDCH Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program provides breast and cervical screening and select diagnostic services to eligi­ ble women who otherwise would not have access to Any these services. health. Additionally, if a woman notices a lump or other change in her breast she should have it checked by a doctor right away. Although the incidence of breast cancer is highest among white women, breast cancer mortality rates are highest among racial minori­ ties. African-Americans are more likely than Caucasians to die from breast cancer, partly due to a later stage at diagnosis. However, even at the same, stage of diagnosis, African-American women show lower survival rates. Nationally in 2008, women with a disability ages 50 to 74 reported a lower rate of mammography use than women without a disability of the same ages. Studies also show higher rates of death related to breast cancer among women with a dis­ ability, even when diagnosed at the same stage as women without a disability. Having regular mammograms can lower the risk of dying from breast cancer. Some things can increase the chance or risk of breast cancer, such as increasing age, personal history of Michigan woman, ages 40 through 64, can call 877­ 588-6224 to obtain a local phone number to talk to the BCCCP coordinating agency closest to her home. Each woman will be assessed for program eligibility based on age and income, and provid­ ed an appointment to a health care provider or clinic near her home. For more information about BCCCP and cancer in Michigan, visit www.michigan.gov/cancer. See us for color copies, one-C$2B and 35 mm photo processing, business cards, 02989432 J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS 1351N. M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits David Hosack (from left), Kassandra Amon and Anthony Crandall pose with their posters depicting a campaign to rid the campus of bullying. The posters are currently on display throughout Fuller Street Elementary. Fuller Street is declared a bully free zone Fuller Street Elementary fourth and fifth grade stu­ dents in Andrew Peabody’s health classes, have been learning about bullying in schools. Discussions, les­ sons, and shared ideas on bullying and school climate have dominated the course the past few weeks. “It’s so interesting to hear what the kids -have to say because they are the ones out there everyday,” said Peabody. “I feel our school is very safe and the students agreed.” . Students learned about a target (person being bullied); bystanders (people watching/hearing bullying take place, and the bully. “I stress how important it is to speak up and help out a friend in need,” said Peabody. Peabody offers the follow­ ing information that he is sharing in the classes. What Is Bullying? Bullying is a form of emo­ tional or physical abuse that has three defining character­ istics: 1. Deliberate — a bully’s intention is to hurt someone. 2. Repeated — a bully often targets the same victim again and again. 3. Power imbalanced — a bully chooses victims he or she perceives as vulnerable. Bullying occurs in many different forms, with varying levels of severity. It may involve physical bullying such as poking, pushing, hit­ ting, kicking, beating up or verbal bullying which includes yelling, teasing, name-calling, insulting and/or threatening to harm Relational bullying includes ignoring, excluding, spreading rumors, telling lies or getting others to hurt someone. 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For your convenience you can go online at www.hastingsremrnder.com and use our Crowd-Funding site to contribute 1351HH3HWI Hastings, Ml 49058 269-945-9554 �Page 10 - Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, October 19, 2013 Memories of the Past This week in Nashville history A swamp fire in October 1899 burned over 100 acres southeast of Nashville and threatened the village until brought under control by a hundred men and boys. This early 1900s photo shows a swampy area bordering the south bank of the Thornapple River just east of the North Main Street bridge. Two women are in the field along with a penned cow. The picture predates the 1909 construction of a sum­ mer house in Putnam Park, seen in the background. Towering above the scene is the old standpipe, where in October 1891 spectators gathered to watch Walter B. Stillwell lay the foundation for the 86-foot water tower which was completed the following year. A century ago it was not uncommon to count over 200 rigs on Nashville’s Main Street on a typical Saturday afternoon. This southward view from the Washington Main intersection was taken sometime prior to October 1906, the month L.G. Clark and Harry Wolcott commenced tearing down the old Union House hotel, seen behind utility pole at left on the present-day site of Central Park. (Photos loaned, courtesy Dorothy Hummel Martich) This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Oct. 18, 1983. good sheet. 1875 — Porter Barnes, living east ofthe village, sur­ prised a flock of five prairie chickens in the cornfield recently and' succeeded in 1873 At 3 p.m.. killing two. These are the Saturday, Clem Smith count­ first of the species ever ed 214 teams and rigs in known to have been seen in town. Every merchant in these parts. town reports business is 1876 C.C. Wolcott’s good. (Note: This item is new store is nearly complet­ from the third issue of the ed; the brick walls ofthe new Nashville News, which made Baptist Church are about its debut Oct. 3, 1873.) done; the new primary 1874 — e n w school building is done; Vermontville Enterprise Ainsworth and Brooks are appears to have a toehold in building an addition on to our sister village and Brother their store near the railroad; Worchester is putting out a Capt. L.C. Boise has opened 06824616 NOTICE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE % HYDRANT FLUSHING October 21-23, 2013 a new store of. general mer­ chandise in E.R. White’s building, and Nashville in general is booming like a gold town. Come all ye wise businessmen and locate in the coming Chicago of southern Michigan. (1983 note: The Baptist church is now St. Cyril Catholic. Church, and the primary school, built on Washington Street, is now the old Nashville News office moved to Maple Street in 1885.) 1877 — Teachers for the fall term in Maple Grove schools are as follows, Beigh School, Miss Rosie Jarrard; Guy School, Miss Rose Spencer; McOmber School, Miss Lydia Powers; McKelvey School, Miss Mira Crook. 1878 — C.B. West is at the Union House for two weeks, demonstrating and selling the Parkhurst wash­ ing machine, a new inven­ tion that washes so easily a child can operate it. The machine is so geared that the operator can keep it going with no more effort than is PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: LEAF PICK UP The Village of Nashville will start pick­ ing up leaves October 21st and will continue to pick up 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. THERE// WILL BE NO FURTHER/hi BRUSH PICK UP THIS FALL, Nashville DPW All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.’’ Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 06799959 October was a busy month at Nashville’s Michigan Central Railroad station some 80 years ago — carloads of coal arriving and thousands of bushels of apples being shipped out. From this station in October 1905, a Chicago buyer shipped dozens of driving horses he had purchased in the area. Waiting at railside as an eastbound locomotive puffs into the station are a horse-drawn dray and several passengers. The photo was taken sometime after the new brick depot was completed in 1904. The old frame depot and freight station is at left. In the distance at center can be seen the farmer’s elevator on South Main Street. required to rock a cradle. Mr. West prophesies that in another quarter of a century, the washboard will have become a thing of the past. 1879 — T.C. Downing and C. Cooley returned Thursday night from the Au Sable country. They report that the Nashville hunting party, to date, has killed two bear and 23 deer and a good tracking snow had fallen the morning they left ... The first snow of the season here fell Thursday, giving a regular Christmas atmosphere for a while, but lasting only about an hour. 1880 — Fred Quick recently picked 65 bushels of apples in eight hours. If any­ one is Quick enough to beat this, let him step forward Quickly. 1881 — A.W. Olds, who has been a leading citizen in Nashville and. whose sawmill operations here have enabled him to accumulate a good sum of this world’s wealth, has bought more than a thousand acres of rich timberland near Bear Lake in Charlevoix County and will move his family and his business operation thither. The residence he built here, on South Main Street, is the interesting letters this week finest in the village. (1983 from other soldier boys: note: This is the present-day Homer Ryan, who is with the home of Sena Gribben 35th Division, and Frank French) Smith, who is at Fort 1886 A prohibition Monroe. (Note: Frank Smith, club with 15 charter mem­ a nephew of the Charles bers was organized at the Putnam’s who made his town hall Monday evening home with them, died the last C.E. Roscoe was elected following spring from com­ president; Elwood Martin, plications of injuries sus­ secretary and Fred Brumm, tained earlier in the Battle of treasurer. San Juan Hill.) 1887 - E. Hyde of 1899 .More than 100 Morgan brought into the vil­ acres of ground south and lage Monday a 34-pound east of town were burned muskellunge which he and over Monday afternoon his brother James had cap­ when a fire set in a swamp tured from Thomapple Lake. got out of control. More than The fish was four feet, six a hundred men and boys inches in length. It was helped fight the flames, bought at Downing’s market which at one time threatened and cut up and sold out the entire village. inside of 20 minutes. 1900 - A.S. Mitchell is 1891 W.B. Stillwell moving to Grand Rapids and has commenced laying the sold his fine residence to Mr. foundation for the standpipe and Mrs. Fred Bullis for for the water works, on the $1,600. top of the Ralston hill and 1902 — The long-drawnhas a good crowd of specta­ out coal strike finally hastors most ofthe time. been settled. The miners 1898 — A former have gone back to work, and Nashville boy, Francis O. Nashville Tuesday morning Collier, is with Merritt’s received the first carload of army in the Philippines and coal in four months. has participated in several engagements with the Continued next page Spaniards. We have two �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, October 19, 2013 — Page 11 Comstock shuts out Valley Christian tops Lion spikers in three-set KVA contest boys’ soccer in district game Kalamazoo Christian’s varsity volleyball team scored a 3-0 victory over the visiting Lions in Kalamazoo Valley Association action Wednesday. Maple Valley fell by the scores of 25-10, 25-19, 25­ 10. The Lions put up more attacks in the first game than the second, but did a better job ofputting those attacks to the floor in the second set when they hit eight of their 15 kills for the night. Marissa Pierce and Taylor Medina had four kills each for the Lions in the contest, and Hadley Joppie added three. Joppie also had three aces and a team-high six digs. Kandys Larsen had a Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ soccer team saw its season end with a 4-0 loss at Comstock in the opening round of the Division 3 state tournament Monday. The Colts scored two goals in each half, while Skylar Rizzolo stopped seven Lion shots at the other end ofthe field. Hunter Vora scored two goals for Comstock, and Saleh Hasan and Ethan Barger added one each. Barber also had an assist. The win put the Colts into the district semifinals at Lakewood High School, Lion junior Hunter Hilton winds up to send the ball flying ahead during the first half of Monday’s Division 3 District Opener at Comstock High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Maple Valley senior Josh Sanchez (19) pushes for­ ward with the ball during Monday’s Division 3 District Opener at Comstock. (Photo by Perry Hardin) feto^at^ (Mik rt to*"1 « where they fell 3-1 to the host Vikings Wednesday. Pennfield topped Olivet 2-1 in the other district semifinal Wednesday, and the Panthers will meet the Lakewood Vikings today (Oct. 19) at 10 a.m. in the district champi­ onship game at Fuller Street Field in Nashville. Lakewood opened the dis­ trict tournament with a ,1-0 victory over Delton Kellogg, and Olivet topped Parchment 2-1 Monday to earn the right to face Pennfield which had an opening round bye. MEMORIES, continued from previous page 1903 — A good many thousand bushels of apples have been shipped from Nashville this fall, and ship­ ments continue. On the vacant lot near the depot, Downing, Bullis and Co. have a huge pile of 15,000 or 20,000 bushels, which are being shipped out as rapidly as helpers and barrels become available. 1904 — Although the potato crop this year is large, the price of potatoes remains up around 35 to 40 cents per bushel, and a lot of home­ owners would like to know the reason why ... The price ofwheat has soared to $1.10. The Russo-Japanese war gets the credit or blame, — whichever way you want to look at it. 1905 — A horse buyer from Chicago spent all last week in this area and bought close to 50 driving horses, which he shipped out Friday. 1923 — Four big farm auction sales within the next five days, Philip Maurer’s, Harry Pennington’s, Albert Barnes’ and Franz Maurer’s. Henry Flannery will cry two of them, and Grove Pennington one and W.H. Crouch the other. 1924 — After having been find them, thus losing the big closed several months, the annual Junior Senior Hunt. Star theater was reopened Losers will hold a banquet Saturday under new manage­ for the winners. 1931 — To relieve the ment. Good attendance has been reported for every economic situation in the show. state, Gov. Brucker has 1925 The stores that announced that 30,000 men had radios were the stores will be employed this winter that had the crowds during on a $10 million road-build­ the recent World Series ball ing program. 1940 — Coming to the Flo games. Pittsburgh won the final and deciding game Theatre Sunday, Clark from the Washington Gable, Spencer Tracy, Hgdy and Claudette Senators Thursday after­ LaMarr noon. Colbert in “Boom Town.” 1926 — Dr. W.A. Vance 1949 — The 19th annual is driving a new Willys- Nashville Community Fair sponsored next Wednesday Knight light six. 1928 — About a dozen at Nashville-Kellogg school families living on Lentz and by the local Future Panners Reed streets gathered of America and the homeMonday night for a neigh­ making department of the borhood wiener and marsh­ high school, is expected to attract better agricultural mallow roast. 1929 — Federal agents exhibits than usual, due to and sheriffs officers raided a the unusually warm fall. 1950 — The steel bar large still in Assyria Township Saturday night joists for the roof of the new and arrested the two opera­ elementary school (on Fuller tors, who are former Street) arrived as promised Tennessee mountaineers last week. They were set in who bought the 40-acre farm place Monday' and were being welded into place. All last spring. 1930 — The seniors hid in other material for the roof John Wolcott’s harness shop has been on hand for some Friday night and remained so time, so work should proceed quiet that the juniors failed to without any further hitches. LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ralph S. Robertson, a married man and Jessica M. Barnes, a married woman and Jesse J. Barnes, her husband, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 2, 2004 and recorded August 5, 2004 in Instrument Number 1131982, Barry County Records, Michigan: Said mortgage is now held by Wells Fargo Bank, NA by assign­ ment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Two Thousand NinetyThree and 49/100 Dollars ($72,093.49) including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County., Michigan at 1:00 PM on NOVEMBER 14, 2013. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Situated in Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan described as follows:Lot 74 and the West 1/2 of Lot 75 of J.R. Bush's First Addition to the Village of Delton, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 33. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with. MCLA §600.3241 a, 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. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: October 12, 2013 Orlans Associates, P.C.. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 2485021600 File No. 13-011041 (10-12)(11-02) (10-12)(11-02) 06824113 team-high seven assists for the Lions. Larsen, Pierce and Emily Morris added four digs each. Katie Dixon chipped in two aces for Maple Valley. The Lions are now 0-7 in the KVA this season. They return to league action at home Wednesday when they take on Hackett Catholic Central. LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mort­ gage made on July 3, 1998, by Richard W. Mason (a/k/a Richard Wayne Mason, a/k/a Rick Mason), a single man, as Mort­ gagor, given by him to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on July 7, 1998, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instru­ ment Number 1014628, which mortgage was assigned to Com­ mercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated March 16, 2012, recorded on March 20, 2012, in Instrument Number 201203200002838, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Forty-Sevqn Thousand Twenty-Two and 61/100 Dollars ($47,022.61); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mort­ gage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, Octo­ ber 31, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry Coun­ ty Courthouse in Hastings, Michi­ gan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF RUTLAND, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DE­ SCRIBED AS: Lot 17 Podunk Lake Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of plats on Page 7. Excepting and Reserv­ ing the Right-of-Way of a road­ way as now traveled across said land. Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan. Property address: 3159 Podunk Lake, Hastings, Michigan 49058 Prop­ erty Parcel: 08-013-210-016-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire one (1) year from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accor­ dance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: September 20, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hast­ ings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attor­ neys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (09­ 28)(10-19) 0682387 LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeffrey S. Gallentine and Maryellen K. Gallentine, husband and wife, to Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2009 and recorded July 7, 2009 in Instrument Number 200907070007027, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Six Hundred Sixty-One and 3/100 Dollars ($109,661.03) including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County., Michigan at 1:00 PM on NOVEMBER 14, 2013. Said premises are located in the Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All of the following described Lots, tracts or parcels of land lying, being and situate in the Township of Orangeville, County of Barry and State of Michigan more particularly described as follows:That part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 26, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, being described as: commencing at the Southwest comer of said Section 26; thence North 0 degrees 00 minutes 13 seconds East, on the West Section line, 1323.47 feet to the East and West 1/8 line of said Southwest 1/4; thence South 89 degrees 48 minutes 26 seconds East on said 1/8 line; 920.00 feet to the point of beginning of the parcel of land herein described; thence continuing South 89 degrees 48 minutes 26 seconds East, on said 1/8 line, 440.00 feet to the East line of the West 1360 feet of the South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4; thence South 0 degrees 00 minutes 13 seconds West, on said East line and paral­ lel with the West Section line, 264.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 48 minutes 26 seconds West, parallel with the East and West 1/8 line of said Southwest 1/4, 440.00 feet; thence North 0 degrees 00 minutes 13 seconds East, parallel with the West Section line, 264.00 feet to the point of beginning.Subject to the rights of public, in that part there­ of, lying within the road right of way of Bever Road.Subject to am easement for ingress, egress and public utilities over the Westerly 70.00 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, 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. If the property is sold at fore­ closure- sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: October 12, 2013 Orlans Associates, P.C.. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 . Troy, Ml 48007 2485021600 File No. 13-012640 (10-12)(11-02) 06824119 �Page 12 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, October 19, 2013 Vermontville’s Heritage ‘Ghostbusters’ coming to Vermontville In celebration of Halloween, the Vermontville Township Library will present the movie “Ghostbusters” in the opera house Saturday, Oct. 26, at 7:30 p.m. follow­ ing trunk or treat Popcorn, pop and juice will be provided. Attendees should bring lawn chairs, pillows or blan­ kets to be comfortable. Padded folding chairs will be available. “Ghostbusters,” released June 8, 1984, by Columbia *Pictures, centers around a group of eccentric New York City parapsychologists who investigate and capture ghosts for a living. Armed with proton guns, the Ghostbusters become wildly popular. The run time for this movie is 105 minutes. All ages are welcome to attend the event. HASTINGS/ DELTON JOB FAIRS Join us for our Delton Job Fair on Tues, Oct 22, 1:30pm-4:00pm at Delton District Library, 330 N Grove, Delton. Or, join us at our Hastings Job Fair on Fri, Nov 1, 10am-3:00pm This excerptfrom Vermontville’s Heritage sponsored by the Vermontville Historical Society was written in 1986. The First Congregational Church The cornerstone for the church was laid in 1862 on the southwest comer of the village square. The decision to build the church was made only nineteen years after the of the construction Academy. T The church is a picturesque, rectangular, white frame building with a steeple rising 120 feet above the ground. It has been a landmark for the community since its dedication on Nov. 30, 1864. At the dedication, much credit was given to James Hunter for his direc­ tion of the superior work­ manship contained within the church’s walls. Many of the people who comprised the Union Colony were young married couples who had been members of the Congregational Church in East Poultney, Vermont. It was natural that in the plan­ ning of the church they incorporated many of the features of the churches they were members of in Vermont. As one steps into the sanc­ tuary one is attracted to the Grecian arch in front of the church. Arches of this type were in vogue in New England architecture in the period just preceding the Civil War. Unquestionably, the out­ standing feature of this his­ torical church are the beauti­ ful windows of cathedral EWING WELL DRILLING INC. at Hastings Ml Works! 535 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings. Our Grand Rapidsand Battle Creek Offices have great opportunities. GRAND RAPIDS: Custodians/Rackers / Sorters/lnspectors / Machine Operators / Assemblers: OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP $9-10/hr, alt shifts, 6+ mos work history with 1 employer. 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Jw w Photo courtesy of Getty Images HOME SAFE HOME Fire Prevention Starts with a Plan FAMILY FEATURES ecooer emperaureso Qualify loofinjb^^ a may eon erway, u cooerwea eraso rngsan ncrease n ome fires. According to the National Eire Protection Association, more than half(54 percent) ofhome struc­ ture fire deaths occur in the cooler months ofNovember through March. The International Association ofFire Chjcfs (I AFC) recommends that every household have an escape plan in place, yet, in a recent survey by Omnibus, 44 percent ofpeople reported that they did not have an escape plan for their home. On average, families have less than three minutes from the time the first smoke alarm sounds to escape a fire. ‘‘Every second counts when it comes to escaping a home fire,” said Chief Metcalf, president and chairman ofthe IAFC. “That’s why families need to have an escape plan in place, and ensure they have working smoke alarms to provide those critical early warning signals in the event of a home fire. The “Change Your Clock Change Your Battery" program aims to help keep families safe by sharing the reminder to replace the batteries in your home's smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors each year when you change your clocks for daylight saving time. It’s part of the Energizer philosophy — that's positivenergy — which represents the company’s commitment to making a positive impact on the world. Here are some addi­ tional tips from the IAFC and Energizer to help protect your family room by room. licensed afldWpi®11^ Change Your Clock Change Your Battery Daylight saving time ends Sunday, Nov. 3, 2013, and marks the 26th anniversary ofthe “Change Your Clock Change Your Battery" program, created by Energizer and the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC). This program reminds people to change the batteries in their smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors when they change their clocks. Other fire safety prevention measures include: ■ Test your smoke alarms. Make sure all alarms work by pushing the test buttons. ■ Clean the smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. Ensure the sensitivity ofyour smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors by clean­ ing them each month with a vacuum. ■ Count Your Smoke Alarms. Be sure there is at least one smoke alarm installed on every level ofyour home, including one in every bedroom and outside of each sleeping area. ■ Change Your Flashlight Batteries. Keep flashlights with fresh batteries at your bed­ side for help in finding the way out and signaling for help in the event ofa fire. ■ Replace your smoke alarms. The IAFC recommends replacing smoke alarms every 10 years and having a combination ofboth ionization and photo electric smoke alarms to keep you alert to all types ofhome fires. Make a Plan Draw a floor plan ofyour home and find two ways out ofevery room. Sketch the exit routes clearly on the floor plan. A downloadable escape plan grid can be found on the Energizer Bunny Facebook page. If an upstairs window is one ofthe escape options, make sure you have a fire escape ladder long enough to reach the ground. Make sure every adult knows how to use it. Adults should be responsible for helping younger children. Assign an outside meeting place so if the family escapes from different routes, you can quickly locate each other. Use the following checklist to eliminate as many fire hazards in your home as possible: Bedrooms Kitchen In a recent study, almost half (44 percent) of families did not know the peak time for home fire fatalities is when most,people are asleep (between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m.). So, in addition to making sure you have smoke and carbon monoxide detectors within hearing distance ofyour bedrooms, take the below steps to fire-proof the bedrooms themselves: Cooking is the leading cause ofreported home fires and home fire injuries in the United States, according to research by the National Fire Protection Agency. ■ Do not trap electrical cords against walls. Heat can build up, posing a fire hazard. ■ Stay in the kitchen when you are frying, grilling or broiling food. Ifyou leave the kitchen for even a short period of time, turn offthe stove. ■ Use only lab-approved electric blankets and warmers. Make sure cords are not worn or coming apart. Do not leave electric blankets switched on all night unless they are marked “suitable for all night use.” ■ Keep bedding, curtains and other combust­ ible items at least three feet away from space heaters. ■ Never smoke in bed. ■ Never,use extension cords to plug in cook­ ing appliances. They can overload the cir­ cuit and start a fire. ■ Keep anything that can catch fire away from the cooktop. This includes potholders, oven mitts, wooden utensils, paper or plastic bags, food packaging, towels and curtains. ■ Keep the cooktop, burners and oven clean. ■ Loose clothing can dangle onto stove burners and catch fire. Wear short, close­ fitting clothing or tightly rolled sleeves when cooking. ■ Replace mattresses made before the 2007 Federal Mattress Flammability Standard. By law, mattresses made since then are required to be safer. ■ Have a fire extinguisher installed in or near your kitchen, and be sure every adult family member knows how to use it. ■ Have a working smoke alarm in every bedroom and outside each sleeping area. * Garage Living Room ■ Store all combustible materials away from regular sources ofheat, such as water heaters, space heaters, boilers and furnaces. ■ Do not overload electrical outlets. ■ Never run electrical cords under carpets. ■ Check all electrical cords for fraying or other signs of damage. ■ Only light decorative candles when adults are in the room. Use stable candle holders that will not catch fire. Blow candles out when you leave. ■ During a power failure, do not use candles or oil lamps for light. Keep battery-operated flashlights and lanterns in easily accessible places. Candles used for light in the absence ofelectrical power cause one-third of fatal home candle fires. ■ Make sure you have a working smoke alarm in each room, including the living room. ■ Keep wood finishes, spray paint, paint thinners and other flammable.products in a dedicated storage container with a closed door. ■ Store all combustible materials in their proper containers and be sure they are clearly marked. ■ Keeping the garage tidy can also help keep it safe. Get rid of stacked boxes, newspapers, recycling and trash. They can be instant fuel for a fire. To download your escape grid or get more information, visit facebook.com/energizerbunny. �Page 14 — Just Say “AsAdvertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, October 19,2013 Seniors lead the Lions to homecoming victory Lion defenders Zackary Rosenberger (53), Cole Decker (78), Daniel Langman (32) and more swarm GalesburgAugusta quarterback Kaleb Hinton and take him to the ground during Friday night’s 50-12 Maple Valley victory on homecoming night in Nashville. (Photo by Perry Hardin) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The seniors won’t forget homecoming 2013, and in particular Tad Mead. Mead intercepted a Galesburg-Augusta pass in the fourth quarter, and also added his first varsity touchdown run, from six yards out with 3 minutes and 16 seconds to play capping the Maple Valley varsity football team’s 50-12 victory over the visiting Rams. “In our pregame speech I said, ‘seniors this is it. You’ve got two games left and we’re going to ride you tonight,”’ said Maple Valley head coach Brian Lincoln. “I thought all of the seniors stepped up. Tad Mead who doesn’t see a lot of playing time had an interception and a touchdown tonight. That will probably make his lifetime. He’ll have something to brag about about homecoming. “Really neat for him, as a coach you like to see that, for someone who doesn’t see the field a lot and works his tail off in practice and he gets an awesome opportunity on his senior homecoming.” Senior running back Dylan Kennedy has seen the field a lot this season. He saw a lot of open field Friday. Kennedy rushed 15 times for 173 yards and three touchdowns to lead the Lions to their second vic­ tory of the season. “The holes were huge. I think I could have still run through them,” Lincoln said. “The offensive linemen were great tonight. “Center is Jeremy Fisher, guards Zack Rosenberger and Storm Ewing, tackles Storm Ewing and Austin Creller and Luke Cosgrove was the tight end. There were three or four plays I saw our whole offen­ sive line pushed their whole defensive line eight or nine yards. It was fun to watch.” Kennedy opened the scoring with a 7-yard touchdown run with just over three minutes to play in the first quarter. Junior quarterback Beau Johnson completed the twopoint conversion pass to senior Austin Gonser, and the Lions were on their way to a 30-6 half-time lead. Kennedy would tack on touchdown runs of 55 and 37 yards in the first half, and Johnson completed an 11yard touchdown pass to junior Ryan Mudge. Johnson was 7-of-13 passing for 88 yards and three touchdowns. The other two passing touchdowns went to Gonser, covering 5 yards and 13 yards in the second half. Johnson also connected with senior Anthony Mahler on one two-point pass. Kennedy ran in another two-point conversion for the Lions in the first half. Senior Dan Langman got to try a couple of extra points, connecting on two of them. Bryce Doorlag scored both the Ram touchdowns, the first on a 2-yard run with four and a half minutes left in the first half, and the second on a twoyard run with just under three minutes remaining in the third quarter which made the score 37-12 at the time. Junior Cole Decker led the Lion defense with 15 tackles, and Mudge while Rosenberger had seven of apiece. Three Rosenberger’s seven tackles were sacks. Mudge also had an interception. Galesburg-Augusta falls to 0-8 with the loss. The Lions improve to 2-6 with the victoryMaple Valley will be home for the season finale, against Schoolcraft. “I said they might overlook Maple Valley running back Dylan Kennedy pulls away from a Galesburg-Augusta defender on a run during Friday night’s homecoming contest at Maple Valley High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Maple Valley’s Marcum Terpening rushes in to put pressure on Galesburg-Augusta quarterback Kaleb Hinton during Friday’s homecoming contest at Maple Valley High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) you guys,” Lincoln said of Schoolcraft. “Obviously they’ve got the playoffs in mind' and they know we haven’t done real well. If you guys come off the ball like you did tonight, who knows what could happen? We played like we did against Delton and against Constantine.. We kind of dominated both sides of the ball. We do that next week, I said, ‘you’ve got a great chance to win.’” during a ceremony at half-time of the varsity football team’s 50-12 victory over visiting Galesburg-Augusta Friday evening. (Photo by Perry Hardin) �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, October 19, 2013 — Page 15 Schoolcraft stops Lions from scoring first KVA title by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions had the home­ course advantage. They had a legion of fans. They had their bright blue boom box blasting tunes. They had the lead in the standings heading into the Kalamazoo Valley Association League Meet at Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville Tuesday. Turns Out Schoolcraft had something even better, the league’s best runner return­ ing to the. line-up. Schoolcraft’s varsity boys’ cross country team clinched the . outright KVA championship by winning Tuesday’s League Meet by 18 points over the host Lions. The Eagles finished the day with 39 points to the Lions’ 57. “We had tied them earlier and that was us performing at what I consider our peak,” said Maple Valley head coach Robb Rosin. “We real­ ly had all six kids who nailed it that day. We knew that was what it was going to take again. “There were a lot of posi­ tion battles we knew we had to win, and we were just on the back side of those posi­ tion battles. It has been close all year. We were on the back side of those positions and gave up points.” Schoolcraft’s Zach Wehner, who missed the third league jamboree which the Lions won, returned to take the day’s individual championship with a time of 16 minutes 45.2 seconds. He was the only guy to finish in under 17 minutes on the redesigned course at Mulberry Fore which brought the runners around the front nine and up and down the tall hills near the clubhouse late in the race. The Lion boys had a great send-off at the start from a large group of classmates, and big groups of fans scat­ tered across the course who were hoping to see the team win its first KVA champi­ onship. “Great support,” Rosin said. “Love to see it. The kids love to see it. The par­ ents, the kids, the football team. Everybody did their part to cheer us on. It’s a good way to end the year.” Schoolcraft had three guys in before the first Lion though, with Matt Ring third in 17:32.4 and Neal Malakowski seventh in 18:19.4. The Eagles then had Cody Ladd 13th in 18:45.7 and freshman Devin Matheny 15th in 18:52.2. Matheny was a big mover during the season for the Eagles. He placed 31st at the first KVA competition ofthe year. Austin Rood led the Lions, placing eighth in 18:26.6. Maple Valley had four guys in the top 11 at the two KVA jamborees it won this season. They were close to that again, with Andrew Brighton tenth in 18:36.9, Micah Bromley 11th in 18:39.6 and Kyle Brumm 12th in 18:43.1. Maple Valley’s fifth score came from Brandon Wilson’s 16th-place time of 18:56.5. “Our back guys moved up, but our front guys moved back a little from what they’ve been,” Rosin said. Kalamazoo Christian was third in the team scoring, with 82 points, followed by Constantine 88, Hackett Catholic Central 137, Pennfield 167, Olivet 184, The Lions’’ Emily Emily Mattocks Mattocks (829) (829) and and Hanna Hanna Kyle Kyle The Lions (827) take their final strides towards the finish line at the end of Tuesday’s KVA League Meet at Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ cross country team breaks out of its chute with classmates cheering from the side of the course at the start of Tuesday’s KVA League Meet at Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville. The Lion group includes Andrew Brighton (839), Micah Bromley (840), Felix Pena (842), Kyle Brumm (841) and Sam Benedict (838). (Photo by Brett Bremer) Delton Kellogg 200, Parchment NTS and Galesburg-Augusta NTS. The top 14 runners in each race Tuesday earned All­ KVA honors, with the 15th through 21st finishers earn­ ing honorable mention all­ league. The Lions’ top six earned league honors, with Sam Benedict 19th in 19:18.3. Maple Valley had one girl earn honorable mention All­ KVA, senior Mckayla Lamance who came in at 22:40.2. Pennfield’s Audrianna Bomamann and Kalamazoo Christian’s Kate McLain ran away from the pack early. Bomamann was the individ­ ual champion, finishing in 19: 54:0. McLain came in at 20: 14.7. Hackett Catholic Central had two girls in the top five and seven in the top 16 to clinch the girls’ champi­ onship. The Fighting Irish finished with just 44 points. Olivet was second with 74, followed by Schoolcraft 111, Delton Kellogg 137, Maple Valley 143, Galesburg-Augusta 168, Parchment 176, Constantine 183, Kalamazoo Christian 184 and Pennfield 213. Maple Valley had a couple of girls just miss out on all­ league honors. Emily Mattocks was 23rd in 23:12.4 and Hanna Kyle 24th in 23:13.9. The fourth and fifth finish­ ers for the Lions were Breanna Heinze who was 28th in 23:35.5 and Sara Stachelhaus who was 49th in 26:01.7. Rosin was pleased with the way his girls moved up in the league standings throughout the season. Last Saturday the Lions Lion leader Austin Rood nears the finish line at the end of the KVA League Meet at Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville Tuesday afternoon. Rood placed eighth overall with a time of 18:26.6. (Photo by Brett Bremer) competed against the Lansing area’s top teams at the Greater Lansing Area Meet in Grand Ledge. The Lion boys were 25th and the girls 29th. The large schools from the area led the way, with Okemos, East Lansing, Grand Ledge and Howell taking the top four spots in each of the two races. The Chieftain girls took their title with 103 points, besting runner-up East Lansing which finished with 124. Meg Darmofal from Mason won the girls’ race, finishing in 18 minutes 5 seconds. She was one of two girls to finish in under 19 minutes, with St. Johns Karrigan Smith second in 18:12. Lamance led the Lion ladies, placing 125th in 22:24. A good pack of Lions came in a half a minute later, with Heinze 143rd in 22:58, Kyle 146th in 23:00 and Emily Mattocks 150th in 23:04. The Lions also had Emma McGlocklin 210th in 25:34. There were two guys who broke the 16-minute mark, with Keenan Rebera from Lansing Catholic taking the individual boys’ title in 15:27. Okemos’ Daniel Kroth was second in 15:59. Brighton led the Maple Valley boys, placing 71st in 17:41. Bromley was 87th in 17:56, Rood 131st in 18:32, Kodee Crouch 169th in 19:08 and Benedict 176th in 19:14. Kroth’s team won the title with 123 points. East Lansing was second with 187 points. There were more than 250 runners in each of the two races Saturday. Maple Valley’s Mckayla Lamance works her way up hill during the late stages of Tuesday’s KVA League Meet at Mulberry Fore in Nashville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) �Page 16 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, October 19, 2013 Califon named Michigan Chiropractor of the Year The Village of Vermontville is hosting its seventh annual Trunk or Treat Saturday, Oct. 26 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. This photo is from last year’s event. Vermontville hosting trunk or treat The seventh annual Trunk or Treat will be held Saturday, Oct. 26, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. in the village square. “Last year we served over 650 hot dogs, plus hot choco­ late and cider, free to area families,” said Vermontville Lions Club President Greg Szymanski in a press release. Last year, the village square was packed with par­ ents and kids in costume, and streets were blocked off to promote a safe area. “Local merchants, church's service clubs, and the Lions team up to bring our village an Autumn evening that is second to none,” said Szymanski. Children may also partici­ pate in a variety of free games to be held in the park. Parents and local residents are invited to bring their car, truck or wheeled vehicle into town and park it on Main Street by the village park. Decorate the vehicle in a Halloween theme with candy for the trick or treaters. Three prizes will be awarded for vehicle decora­ tions; voted by those partici­ pating in the Trunk or Treat activities. First prize will be a $75 gift certificate. Those who plan to deco­ rate a vehicle are asked to check in with a Lions Club member no later than 4 p.m. In addition to the activities in the park, Ace Auto Repair will host its annual haunted garage. Warming stations will be provided by the Methodist Church. Volunteers will be serving cider and doughnuts as well as hot coffee in the fellow­ ship hall. The First Congregational Church will have activities for trick or treaters in the church base­ ment. • Contact Greg or Pam Szymanski, 517-927-0864 for more information. 7th Annual Vermontville Trunk or Treat Hosted by Vermontville Lions Club with the support oflocal businesses C Saturday, October 26 4:30pm-7:00pm I Downtown Vermontville HOT DOGS HOT CHOCOLATE APPLE CIDER KIDS GAMES IN THE PARK ACE AUTO HAUNTED ( GARAGE Local residents are invited to park their Halloween Theme Decorated Car, Truck or Vehicle on Main St. by the Village Park. Don’t forget the candy for the kids. Three Prizes for decorated Trunks: 1st prize - $75 gift certificate. Vermontville United Methodist Church will be serving cider and donuts and coffee. The first Congregational Church will hayd activities for Trick or Treaters. Dr. Mike Callton State Representative Dr. Last session, he actively Callton’s district includes Mike Callton (R-Nashville), opposed changes to all of Barry County and part the first chiropractor elected Michigan’s auto no-fault of Ionia County, including to the Michigan Legislature, system that would deprive the townships of Boston, was named “Chiropractor of auto accident victims of Campbell, Danby, Keene, the Year” by the Michigan needed medical care. This Lyons, North Plains, Odessa, Association of Chiropractors year, he is the driving force Orange, Portland, Sebewa, (MAC) at the group’s Fall behind the Transparency in part of Berlin township and 2013 Convention & Coverage Act, Hotise Bills the city of Portland. He is the Exhibition in Dearborn. 4875,4876, and 4877, health owner of Nashville Callton received the cov­ care insurance consumer Chiropractic Center, and eted award “in appreciation protection legislation that served six years as a Barry for valuable leadership, serv­ aims to add more transparen­ County commissioner. He ice, and dedication above cy to insurance coverage also served as a member of and beyond the call of duty across our state. the Nashville the Nashville Village to the chiropractic profes­ A National University of Council and the Maple sion.” Health Sciences grad, Valley Board of Education. For decades, it was the Callton is serving his second He served in the U.S. Army dream of Michigan’s chiro­ term as Vice Chair of the from 1982 to 1985. practic community to have Health Policy Committee, one of their own in the the body charged with evalu­ Michigan Legislature. That ating legislation regarding dream came true in Jan. health care. He also currently 2011, when Callton of serves as Chair of the Nashville was sworn in as a Financial Services member of the Michigan Committee and as a member House of Representatives. of the Elections and Ethics Now serving in his sec­ Committee, the Criminal ond term, Callton has been a Justice Committee, and the champion for his con­ Financial Liability Reform stituents and his profession. Committee. Call anytime lor Maple Valley News classified ads 299-945-9554 Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers * Lakewood News * Maple Valley News * Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News • Reminder * Hastings Banner Over 64,000 Papers Distributed Every Week! 1351 N. M-43 Highway • P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone (269) 945-9554 • Fax (269) 945-5192 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-11-02.pdf 13ace1620c98a6c423522abe9753ed02 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 44, November 2, 2013 Gardner walks out on sexton contract by Shari Carney Staff Writer When the Vermontville Township Board was unable to come to an agreement on a sexton/maintenance contract for Woodlawn Cemetery at its meeting on Oct. 16,'Allan Gardner walked out of the closed meeting saying, “I’m done.” At the board’s regular meeting on Thursday, Oct. 24, Gardner apparently reversed course," asking Township Board President Jack Owens, “What did I do wrong, Jack?” After negotiating four contracts in six months with Gardner who had suggested many of the changes made with each proposal, Owens was ready with his reply. “You said, ‘Pay me what I want or I’m done,”’ replied Owens, referring to the Oct. 16 meeting. “Now we don’t have anybody ... now we’re struggling.” Gardner replied, “I want “He’s the person we want — we’ve tried everything. I wanted him to have this job more than anybody. I’ve been to his house, talked to him ... I will not be the sexton. I’m retired. I don’t want that job.” Gary Goris to explain, there were some issues with the contract ... cemetery fees, my pay were not set... How can I agree on a contract?” The township offered Gardner $24,500 and Gardner asked for $28,000 during negotiations in which the board, Owens said, spent three hours going over the contract line by line. With Allan Gardner is seated next to Sue Villanueva in the regular meeting of the Vermontville Township Council Thursday. each change the contract was sent to the township attor­ ney, Mike Hommier, who specializes in cemeteries. “We openly accepted your terms,” Owens told Gardner at Thursday’s meeting. “You were the guy, up until you said, ‘No, I’m walk- ing.’” Cemetery board member Sandy Haas said the Oct. 16 meeting was not the first time Gardner had left abrupt­ ly“He’s walked out of board meetings four «times,” said Haas, “slamming doors and stomping his feet.” Owens recommended that Trustee Gary Goris oversee the cemetery until the sexton position is filled. “I’m tired of the whole thing,” said Clerk Sharon Stewart. “We’vje been bat­ tling the same problems ... We need someone that will take care ofthe families. I'm backing Jack’s first thought to have Gary until someone is hired.” “I agree,” said Trustee Rita Miller. “We need to do sealed bids. There is only a set amount in the budget — we can’t pull money out of the air. Gary knows what See SEXTON, page 2 ‘Coats for kids’ collection underway To help ensure that no child will be without a coat in the Maple Valley community dur­ ing the 2013-14 school year, starting Nov. 8 donations of clean, gently used coats, snow pants, gloves and hats, to the following locations will be accepted. “We will make sure that it is given to a child in need,” said Jim Yost coordinator of the effort. The following locations are collection points: • Maple Valley Community Center of Hope, 233 N. Main St. in Nashville, 517-852­ 0664. • Grace Church, 8950 East M-79 Hwy Nashville, 517­ 852-1783. • United Methodist Church, 210 Washington Street, Nashville, 517-852-2043. • Nashville Baptist Church, 304 Phillips St., Nashville, 517-852-9808 • Vermontville ble Church, 250 N. Main St. Vermontville, 517-726-0647. • Yost Mortgage Solutions, 230 N. Main St. Nashville, 517-852-9710. • Maple Valley Pharmacy, 219 N. Main St. Nashville. • Maple Valley Jr./Sr.High School, 517-852-9275, and Fuller Street Elementary 517­ 852-9468. “It is so nice finding out that so many people are excited about the coat drive this year,” said Yost. “Together, our goal is to make sure no child will be with out a coat in bur Maple Valley Community in 2013­ 14.” Siblings Leah and Shaun Mills take a ride on the train in the village square during Trunk or Treat. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) Vermontville Lions Club hosts Trunk or Treat Under the new pavilion in the village square, children enjoyed various Halloweenthemed games, with prizes provided by the Lions Club. The Methodist Church and Congregational Church had Halloween themed activities for children, and provided doughnuts and other sweets. “Many parents expressed appreciation for such a nice free event for the kids, and the parents liked that it was on a separate night from Halloween; letting the kids wear their costumes twice,” said Lions Club President Greg Szymanski who added, “Ace Auto did a marvelous job with the Haunted Garage kids loved it.” The following Lions members dressed up in Halloween costume to add to the festivities, Bill Martin, Mark and Vicky Lawless, Russ Laverty, Mike Visger, Mark Jorgensen, Gary Goris, Gene Fisher, Vicky Smith, Dianne Barmes, Marguerite Voigt, Leroy Starks, Pam and Greg Szymanski. “We had 12 decorated trunks, and would like to thank all who participated,” said Szymanski. More photos on pg. 2 In This Issue • Festival of trees is underway • ‘Shrek The Musical’ starts Nov. 8 • Handful of Valley spikers reach goal for digs in defeat • Lions have number of their best times at regional �Page 2 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, November 2,2013 ‘Shrek The Musical’ starts Nov. 8 “Shrek the Musical” is being performed by the stu­ dents of Maple Valley Schools the following two weekends beginning Friday, Nov. 8, at 7 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 9, at 2 and 7 p.m.; Friday, Nov 15, at 7 p.m.; and Saturday, Nov. 16, at 2 and 7 p.m. The cast includes Shrek played by Justin Heinsen; Fiona, Abby Mater and Catie Eldridge; Donkey, Shamin Rowley; Lord Farquaad, Seth Throwbridge; Dragon, Zandra Siple; Pinocchio, Lee Christopher; Gingy, Sabrina Nelson; Teen Fiona, Jaden Henke; Little Fiona, Carleigh Lundquist and Kaylie Hansen; Shrek’s mom, Jessie Fuller; Shrek’s dad, Lucas Miller; King Harold/Thelonias, Wyatt Ledford; Queen Lillian, Taylor Touchet; young Shrek, Travis Mater; captain of the guard, Jason Green. Members of the chorus include, Holly Rosin, Macey Dunham, Abeni Gardener, Addison Ramey, Elizabeth Christopher, Gary Priesman, Travis Mater, Anjali Panchai, Megan Green, Emily Iszler, Olivia Roush, Mariam Betity, Aubrey Pintar, Vima Tingginehe, Jared Mater, Jason Basset, Skylar Chapman, Zoey Robinson, Kristen Chambers, Megan Hunt, Elizabeth Luntsford, Sedona Jones, Julia Mater, Jaslene Howard, Casey Bowerman, Garcie Williams, Logan Bowers, Trenton Billings, Adriana Billings, Jessica Curth, Corbin Hasselback, “Shrek the Musical” comes to Maple Valley Amber Rabideau, Kailey Fust, Leah Priesman, Aurora Linn, Cassie Linn, Garcie Hilinski, Cameron Wells, Isabela De Paula, Katharina Sanners, Jade Reynolds, Samantha Davis, Clarissa Joppie, Robert Wenger, Savanah Ackett, Bethany Clark, Skylar Shively. “Shrek The Musical” is based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks film that start­ ed it all. Ip a faraway kingdom turned upside down, things get ugly when an unseemly ogre, not a handsome prince , shows up to rescue a feisty princess. Throw in a donkey who won’t shut up, a villain with a short temper, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of TRUNK OR TREAT, continued from page 1 — Mike Mater hands out doughnuts for Vermontville Trunk or Treat. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand and his name is Shrek. Reservations may be made by email, maplevalleytheater@gmail.com. To expe­ dite the process use the fol­ lowing format when email­ ing — name, date, time, number of tickets and phone number. The musical will be per­ formed in the auditorium of Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High school. Tickets will also be available at the door. Pricing is $10 for adults, $8 for sen­ ior citizens (age 62 plus), $5 for students (with student identification). This production is made possible by Maple Valley Schools arid Sensory Memory Care Resident and Assitant Living. Engineer Benjamin Kinyon enjoys the train in the village square during Vermontville Lions Club Trunk or Treat. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) CaU269-945-9554f«rMaMe Valiev News acUon adsl Blood drive announced for Thursday Stop in and try our... BREAKFAST SPECIALS $1 QQ (3 to choosefrom) Country Kettle . Cafe , $□ q •uoOs 2 for$1500 Saturday thru Thursday 4-8 pm 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 (that’s every night except Friday) Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! ■ 076.39B6B lunch SPECIALS 4 Dinner choices that include soup & salad bar and dessert! rtfo- ■ Cool Looks A community blood drive will be held Thursday, Nov. 7 at Grace Church from 1 to 6:45 p.m. Donors must be age 17, in good health, and weigh at least 110 pounds. A donor who is 16 may donate with parental consent. 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Goris spoke up and said, “I do not want the job.” “We have no choice,” said Owens. “I told you I’ll take care of it like I have for 11 years,” interrupted Gardner. “Gary will not be the person taking care of it.” “Allan, you’re done,” said Owens. Goris said this has been the longest week of his life with a “massive blowup on Facebook and threatening phone calls.” Goris said he has received phone calls and remarks from people who have told him he has no busi­ ness being in the cemetery. With 43 relatives and friends buried in Woodlawn and years of volunteering behind him, Goris said he is person­ ally invested in its care. In a follow-up conversa­ tion with the Maple Valley News, Goris said, “I’ve got­ ten several calls and emails ... I feel threatened by the stuff he’s (Gardner] put on Facebook — people are responding to me negatively because of what’s there. “He’s the person we want — we’ve tried everything. I wanted him to have this job more than anybody” said Goris. “I’ve been to his house, talked to him ... I will, not be the sexton. I’m retired. I don’t want that job.” Owens said in a follow-up interview that “He [Gardner] was our first choice.” Owens said contract nego­ tiations have been going on for months. “Everybody [Vermontville Township Board] is trying to do a good job. We’ve bent over back­ wards for Allan numerous times,” he said. “We voted to support Allan and offered him a substantial amount of money. He had no reason to ' walk out.” Board members unani­ mously agreed to post the position in the Maple Valley News, asking for sealed bids • for the Woodlawn Cemetery sexton/maintenance position no later than Tuesday, Nov. 12, 4 p.m. Bids will be opened Wednesday, Nov. 13, 7 p.m. Owens said duties include communication with funeral directors and the opening and closing of graves, lawn care, leaf removal, draining ofwater lines and weed trim­ ming. The contract is avail­ able to view at the township office which is located, 120 E. First St., Vermontville. Gardner has not responded to attempts made by the Maple Valley News for further comment. Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, the next regular meeting of the Vermontville Township board will be Tuesday, Nov. 26, 7 p.m. in the Opera House. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 2, 2013 — Page 3 Festival of trees is underway Teens helping to decorate the library for Halloween are, back row, (from left) Marley Grinage, McKenna Hammond, Liam Boldrey, Kyle Knoll, and Ethan Tabor. Front row, Ana Brooke, Jalaney Bumford, Lexi (Alexandria) Davis, Annica Barlow, Logan Boldrey and Christiana Brooke. Putnam District Library offers something for everyone The days may be getting shorter, but Putnam District Library in Nashville is mak­ ing the most of them by con­ tinuing to offer something for everyone, says Director Shauna Swantek. library and have a group game competition. Teens may bring their own activi­ ties and library computers will be available for their use. Own the Night meets again Nov. 18. Teens Own the Night Monday evening, Nov. 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. the library hosts Own the Night for teens in grades sixth through 12. Every other Monday night the library invites teens to hang out at the library. This Monday, teens will be undecorating the haunted Frugal Living Exchange Frugal Living Exchange group next meeting is Tuesday Nov. 5, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The group (which is open to all) will learn the basics of home­ brewing from guest presenter MikeJWachowski. There will be no beer drinking at the gathering however there will be lots of talk of barley, hops, and creative ways to brew at home, said Swantek. Frugal Living Exchange meets again Tuesday, Dec. 10 at Grace Church for a holi­ day cookie exchange. For details, email the group’s facilitator Laura Scott, lscott@putnamlib.org or join Frugal Living Exchange on Facebook. 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I 1-517-852-9481 In 2012, Step N’ Time Dance Studio and Envy Salon chose to honor the debut of the community production of “The Nutcracker” at The Revue with their trees called’ “90 Things Inspired by the Queen in the Winter Wonderland” and “90 Things Inspired by the Party Scene.” Last year’s trees were decorated with 90 different items in recognition of Putnam District Library’s 90th anniversary. The theme for Putnam District Library’s sixth annu­ al Festival of Trees is “Community: How Sweet It Is.” The community is invited Nov. 7 and 21. to help decorate the library for the holiday season, said Book discussion Director Shauna Swantek. The monthly book discus­ The mini-trees encourage sion group will discuss The visits during the holiday sea­ Language of Flowers by son. Vanessa Diffenbaugh Businesses and organiza­ Monday, Nov. 25, 11 a.m. tions are invited to promote December’s title will be what they offer when deco­ Annie’s Secrets, this year’s rating. Families are also wel­ Michigan Great Read selec­ come to participate. tion. December’s discussion The Friends of Putnam will be Monday, Dec. 30, 11 District Library will host a a.m. Copies of both books fundraiser in conjunction are available in the library. with the festival. Visitors may vote for their favorite trees by placing loose change in jars located by each tree. First and second place win­ ners will each receive a mir­ ror ball ornament from the Friends group. A limited number of trees are available for decorating on a first-come, first-served basis. Members of the Friends of Putnam District Library have been contacting local businesses and organi­ zations. Anyone interested in par­ ticipating should call the library as soon as possible. Decorated trees should be dropped off by Monday, Nov. 18. For complete details, visit the library or email sswantek@putnamlib.org. The trees will be available to view during library hours. Putnam District Library is located, 327 N. Main St. in Nashville. Hours of opera­ tion are Monday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday 3 to 8 p.m.; Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Thursday, 3 to 8 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call 517-852-9723 for more information. Lego Club November’s Lego Club will meet Saturday the 23rd from 11 to 12:30 p.m. Kids in grades second to sixth are invited to join the club by signing up in advance at the library. Parents are emailed details prior to each meeting. Please note, the library will be closed Nov. 28 to 30 for the Thanksgiving Day weekend. The library is located at 327 N. Main St. in Nashville. Hours of opera­ tion are Monday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday 3 to 8 p.m.; Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Thursday, 3 to 8 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Putnam District Library serves the townships of Assyria, Castleton, and Maple Grove. 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State in Nashville • 852-0882 �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 2,2013 Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Nov. 4 Salisbury steak with gravy, mashed potatoes, spinach, roll, orange. Tuesday, Nov. 5 Tilapia, wild rice, glazed carrots, asparagus, apple­ sauce. Wednesday, Nov..6 Oven fried chicken, maca­ roni and cheese, green beans, coleslaw, banana. Thursday, Nov. 7 Hamburger, broccoli cheese soup, tossed salad, bun, peaches. Friday, Nov. 8 Roast pork with gravy, cornbread, sweet potatoes, cabbage, apple. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Nov. 4 Sliced ham with cheddar cheese, potato salad, apple­ sauce. Tuesday, Nov. 5 Tuna pasta salad, marinat­ ed vegetables, crackers, trop- ical fruit. Wednesday, Nov. 6 Chef salad, pasta salad, roll, pineapple. Thursday, Nov. 7 . Hard boiled eggs, black bean salad, citrus salad, gra­ nola bar. Friday, Nov. 8 Chicken salad, broccoli raisin salad, bun, diced pears. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Nov. 4 Salisbury steak with gravy, mashed potatoes, spinach, orange, bread pudding. Tuesday, Nov. 5 Tilapia, wild rice, glazed carrots, asparagus, apple­ sauce. Wednesday, Nov. 6 Oven fried chicken, maca­ roni and cheese, green beans, coleslaw, banana. Thursday, Nov. 7 Hamburger, hashbrown cubes, Brussels sprouts, bun, cinnamon applesauce. Friday, Nov. 8 Roast pork with gravy, stuffing, sweet potatoes, cab­ bage, apple. Activities Calendar Monday, Nov. 4 Hastings: November Birthday Party; TV Strings; BYOG; Card Making 9 a.m.; Painting with Bob 1 p.m. Delton - Legal Aid 10:30noon. H,W,N - Remini­ scence. Tuesday, Nov. 5 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Nashville: BP Checks 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6 Hastings: Music with Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Sewing Class 5-7 p.m. Delton: BP Check 11 a.m. Woodland: Sing-a-long. Thursday, Nov. 7 Hastings: BP Checks 9:30­ 10:30 a.m., speaker Warrant Officer Priddle 11-11:30 a.m., in honor of Veteran’s Day; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 9:30 a.m. Delton: Puzzles/ Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, Nov. 8 - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Mini Massage 9 a.m.noon. Woodland: Sing-a­ Long; Visiting. Tech seminars added to Barry County economic summit The annual Barry County Economic Development Summit and Business Expo returns Thursday, Nov. 7, COBB WEB BRIBING (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 and will include technology ety of 30-minute breakout breakout sessions. sessions on subjects such as A keynote speech and document management, business awards will be social media, QuickBooks, delivered from 10 a.m. to getting the most from an noon. George Erickceck of iPad and more. the W. E. Upjohn Institute The cost for the entire day will deliver his 2014 eco­ — including lunch and pro­ nomic outlook. Dan' grams — is $10. Manning from ConnectMI The summit will be at the will speak on creating a bet­ Barry Expo Center, 1350 N. ter economy through broad­ M-37 Highway, between band. Awards will be pre­ Hastings and Middleville. sented to area businesses. For more information, call From noon to 3 p.m., the Economic Development guests can enjoy a roving Alliance, 269-945-2454, or lunch within the business email carol@mibarry.com. expo and choose from a vari- / Nashville United Methodist Church’s > Annual Turkey Supper Saturday. November 9,2013 4:00-7:00pm Comer of Washington & State 945-9554 or Dinner Includes: Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Squash, Cranberry Salad, Cole Slaw, Rolls, Drink & Homemade Pie 1-800-870-7085 Tickets: Adults...$8 5-12 ...$6 • 4 & under FREE 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 w (517)852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville Call for classifieds Scott A. Daniels & “y Owner/Manager Vermontville’s Heritage The Opera House This excerptfrom Vermontville’s Heritage sponsored by the Vermontville Historical Society was written in 1986. The Opera House Construction on the Opera House was started in either 1893 or 1896 and completed in 1898. It is a two-story red brick structure with a cut stone foundation and an offcenter tower over the front entrance. It also has a bal­ cony, coat check room and box office for ticket sales. The Opera House was built to replace the building that had been used for village and township business and various forms of social events. The first building burned in 1896. The village financed the first story of the Opera House and the town­ ship financed the second story. As the building neared completion, three local men, Charles Fleming, a shoe dealer, E. D. Barber, a hard­ ware merchant and W. C. Alsover,- cashier of the local bank, suggested including a large stage with wings,, scenery and a curtairf so that stage plays could be held. The three furnished the funds to complete this project. Their investment was paid off later from proceeds from plays. It was from the Opera House stage that L. Verne Slout, a hometown boy, first presented his Slout Players who toured several states for years and won recognition as Michigan’s oldest tent show company. In 1953 he took his final bow after a 30 year career. Fire department equip­ ment was stored in the east end of the building for many years. In the early 1960s the size of the new fire trucks made it necessary to build a more modem fire bam across the street. The west end of the first floor houses the Mildred Allen Memorial Library and when the new fire bam was built, the library expanded to utilize the space to the east. The village and township offices were also moved to new locations in the Opera House. The Opera House was used for traveling medicine shows, graduations, roller skating, boy scout meetings, free movies,, dances, reli­ gious services and other social events. Other uses besides entertainment were for local, state and federal elections, township meetings and village council meetings. It is still used for elections, stage plays and various other events such as amateur night and the crowning of the maple syrup festival queen in case of poor weather. On April 30, 1978 the Opera House was dedicated as a Michigan Historical Building by Jerry D. Roe, Michigan Historical com­, missioner. New front steps were installed in 1985. • Parts • Repairs • Tires A Located Downtown Vermontville W 130 S. Main, Vermontville 5A7-726-15Q0 Stanton'SI EBftWI F Real Estate & Personal Property I LOCATED AT 600 S. Main Street, Vermontville, Ml on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8,2013 Personal property sells at 2:00 p.m. Real estate sells at 4:00 p.m. Selling this two story home with four bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, main floor laundry (in bathroom), kitchen, dining room, large living room, enclosed front porch and deck at auction. The property also has a 26x40 pole building/garage. Be sure to see this very nice property! OPEN HOUSES: Monday, October 28 - 4:00-5:30 and Sunday, November 3-1:00-2:30. Call for a flyer with additional infor­ mation and a list of the personal property to be sold. ESTATE OF DEAN & JOAN HANSEN 144 South Main St P.O. Box 146 Vermontville, Ml 49096 Phone: 517-726-0181 Fax: 517-726-0060 e-mail: stantonsauctions@sbcglobal.net www.stantons-auctions com Selling real estate and all types of property, at auction, anywhere. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, November 2,2013 — Page 5 GED requirements changing Jan. 1 by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Barry County residents who have begun taking the 2002 series General Education Development tests are being strongly encour- aged to complete the series before Barry Intermediate School District and Michigan Works switch to the 2014 series Jan. 1. “We currently have about 45 people who have started Willing ability by Pastor Glenn Branham Nashville Assembly ofGod “From what you have, take an offering for the Lord. Everyone who is willing is to bring to the Lord an offering of gold, silver and bronze; and everyone who was willing and whose heart moved him came and broughtt an offering to the Lord for the work on the Tent of Meeting, for all its service, and for the sacred garments. All who were willing, men and women, alike, came and brought gold jewelry of all kinds: brooches, earrings, rings and ornaments. They all presented their gold as a wave offer­ ing to thd Lord. And all the women who were willing and had the skill spun the goat hair. Then Moses summoned Bezalel and Oholiab and every skilled person to whom the Lord had given ability and who was willing to come and do the work. (Exodus 35:5, 21-26 and 36:2)” Most church endeavors are based on the dual principle combining Spirit-given ability and people moving with willing hearts. Giving — whether tithes and offerings, time or talent — all are given by those willing to give. The call into ministry — There is a “woe is me if I preach not the gospel” (1 Corinthians 9:16), yet we obey God’s call willingly. Missions — Missionaries respond to the call, the churches obey the Spirit’s prompting with financial and prayer support. These are examples of the cooperation of ability and willingness. The first part ofthe equation is ability - God only asks us to use what we have. Ability, skill and knowledge are all gifts deposited within individuals by the Spirit of God. Some suppose their “gift” is a result of hard work, many hours invested in training and practice to hone their skill. Yet, the ability to learn and refine that skill is a gift of God’s Spirit. If you question this, play a game of Pictionary. Aptitude is God’s gift. Proficiency is our gift back to Him. Proficiency is the result of lessons, trial and error, practice and experience. The second part ofthe equation is willingness. God has given an aptitude for giving and doing to a host ofpeople. When things are left undone, it is not due to inability but lack of willingness. Continue improving your service to God, family, church and community and serve willingly with cheerful hearts and attitudes. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship............. 11 a.m. .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Evening Worship...................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service .-....... .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 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 Sunday Scho Sun: 9:00 10: 00........................................... Church 11: 00..................................... Fellowship the process, and we are encouraging them to finish the process before the change goes into effect,” said BISD Superintendent Ronna Steel. “There are two testing sessions before Jan. 1, and we hope they take the oppor­ tunity to complete the series under the traditional model.” Individuals may wait to start the assessments after the 2014 is launched Jan. 1. However, those who have only partially completed the five 2002 assessments risk having to start over when the 2002 series expires at the end of 2013, she said. “The new series will only be available online, and it will be more difficult because it reflects today’s more rigorous graduation and job requirements,” she said. The current 2002 GED test series offered by BISD and Michigan Works con­ sists of language arts read­ ing, language arts writing, math, science and social studies. An individual earns a GED certificate after pass­ ing all five assessments. The change is the result of changing economic condi­ tions that have made it hard­ er for high school dropouts to get jobs. Many job post­ ings require a high school diploma or GED. Obtaining a GED certificate can For Rent remove one of the largest barriers to employment. The new GED assess­ ments will move from the traditional paper format to computer-based only. Individuals will be able to register and pay online; how­ ever, they will still have to visit a Pearson Vue/GED approved testing site to com­ plete the assessments. Those wishing to com­ plete the 2002 GED series before the end of 2013 may go to the BISD building to register and take the tests. Testing registration will take place prior to the scheduled testing dates. The last two registration dates for 2013 are Monday, Nov. 11, and Monday ,, Nov. 25 from 11 to 11:30 a.m. Individuals should bring a photo identifi­ cation and $20 cash for each test they wish to take. Once documentation is completed, the actual tests will be administered by Michigan Works personnel Thursday, Nov. 14, and Thursday, Dec. 12. BISD and Michigan Works is the only site in Barry County that still offers GED testing. “Michigan Works and the ISD are excited to be able to continue giving access to GED testing here in Barry County,” said Steel. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Nov. 4 Nov. 6 Nov. 7 Nov. 11 Nov. 14 Nov. 15 Nov. 18 Nov. 21 Be alert for deer while driving The months of October and November reign high as deer activity increases. The State of Michigan has an estimated 1.75 million deer and there is an average of 134 deer/vehicle crashes each day. In 2012, there were 48,918 such crashes resulting in 1,329 personal injuries and eight deaths. In 2012 Eaton County was in the top ten counties for deer/vehicle with a reported 1,000 crash- GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship............................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 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. rvPic.Me. Service ' 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY Business Services RAILSIDE MINI STOR-BASEMENT WATERAGE: 5 sizes plus warehouse PROOFING: PROFESSIOspace available. Call M-66 NAL BASEMENT SERV­ Tire (616)374-1200 ICES waterproofing, crack repair, mold remediation. WOODLAND FREE HEAT Local/licensed. Free estiVery nice 1BR units w/patio mates. (517)290-5556. Full-Size Appliances On Site Laundry GLOBAL DISCOUNT GA­ Friendly Community Room RAGE DOORS. Spring re­ for 62+ or disabled any age pairs, electric openers re­ Rent Based on Income placed and repaired. Free esTDD: 800-649-3777 timates, Lowest prices guarEqual Housing anteed. CaU (616)334-3574. Opportunity/Barrier Free THs institution is an equal Community Notices opportunity provider, and DRIVER EDUCATION employer. SEGMENT I class forming Woodland Park Elderly now in Hastings, BurApartments chamEnterprises.com Regis170 Florence St. ter with a friend before the CaU TODAY first day of class and both 269-367-4811 students receive Segment II for free. No cash value. Call Real Estate for details (517)649-0083 VERMONTVILLE: Comer lot. Water & sewer to lot. Approx. 137ft.X75ft, terrific buy. (269)945-4404 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Carpenter’s bam (next to Delton Floral) Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC Hastings 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Barry Community Enrichment Center Re-enrollment deadline. Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. (?), Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Hastings. es. ws wnm Here are some tips to avoid a crash involving deer: • Stay aware, awake, and sober. • Vehicle-deer crashes occur year-round, but be especially alert in the spring and fall. 1 • Signs are placed at known deer crossing areas to alert you ofthe possible pres­ ence of deer. N.A.CC. Christmas Craft Show December 14 at Kellogg Community Center 324 N. Queen Street, Nashville 9:00am - 3:00 pm Contact Marcia at 517-852-9429 or J Rosie at 517-852-9754 C NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a A.M. Service.................................... 11 P.M. Service...................................... 6 Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE 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 GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-852-2043 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 fl QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West .Worship . 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .......... .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 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-726-0526 WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 - Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 2, 2013 Rain does not dampen Halloween spirit in Nashville Representing the Booher family are (from left) Gavin, Leslie and Kyle. The family is participating in the annu­ al Grace Church Trunk or Treat. (Photo by Bryan Theisen) This rainy Halloween evening brings out the umbrel­ las for the France family (from left) Vicki, Trinity and Temperance. Pam White (from left) and Jillyn Boldrey representing the Friends of Putnam District Library pose in the photo set-up for Nash Bash. Pastor Don Roscoe and his wife Evie dress up for Grace Church’s annual Trunk or Treat event. This year due to the rain the activities move indoors. (Photo by Bryan Theisen) Terry and Tina Bowerman pose in their Halloween finery for the annual Nash Bash held Halloween in Nashville. Miles Lipsey poses with the Moo-Ville cow during Kayden Lehman aka Scooby Doo wins best costume for boys in the under age 5 category for Nash Bash. Nash Bash, Halloween. (From left) Chris, Angie and Alex Musser ppse in their Trunk or Treat booth for this year’s event. Trunk or Treat moved into the lobby of Grace Church due to the rain. (Photo by Bryan Theisen) STANTON'S EXCELLENT REAL ESTATE AUCTION LOCATED AT 404 Washington Street, Nashville.Ml on THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7,2013 • 12:30 PM Excellent Victorian brick two-story home built in 1890 with approx. 2965 square feet of liv­ ing areas, 3-4+ bedrooms, kitchen and dinette area, living room with fireplace, formal dining room and 2 baths. Washer and dryer hookups on the main floor. Three nice porches and a carriage house/two car garage. Kitchen appliances are included. Be sure to see this wonderful home! This entry for the painted pumpkin contest for Nash Bash is from Tina Bowerman. Bowerman said she worked on the painting for two days. BOBBINS ACDelco COMPLETE OPEN HOUSES: Tuesday, October 29 - 4:00-5:30 and Sunday, November 3-1:00-2:30. MR. & MRS. BILLIE CONLEY, OWNERS 144 South Main St RO. 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Cowboy Tyler Salsbury gets a lift from his grandmother Shelly Benedict in the Kellogg Community Center during Nash Bash. Trunk or Treat booth participants are (back row, from left) Angela Walker, Aaron Walker and Kelly Adrianson, (back) Megan Walker, Courtney Walker, Paul Adrianson, Evan Adrianson, Gorka Gomez Gracia and Grant Adrianson. (Photo by Bryan Theisen) YOU DEPEND ON US WE DEPEND ON YOU! Our second annual voluntary subscription fundraising appeal has been another gratifying and humbling experience. The support - especially in the words of encouragement that came with the many gifts of financial support - provides our staff a renewed commitment to our readers and to our community. Please Tell Us How We’re Doing! Unfortunately, this year’s petition for assistance with the pressures threatening our business have lagged last year’s resounding response. Those business pressures, though, had continued to increase. 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Hastings, Ml 49058 269-045-9554 $30 (For I Year, I Paper) PERSONAL CHECK (Makepayable to The Reminder orJ-Ad Graphics) cash please indicate the amount enclosed: $_ CHARGE MY: VISA MasterCard I I I I Signature — I I I I ;—! I I I American Express I I I I I I Expiration Date: Total Paymentx_$ Additional Comments: (Use additionalpaper if necessary.) For your convenience, contribute online using our community funding icon at www.hastingsreminder.com �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 2,2013 Building Fuller Street athletic field was community project Memories of the Past This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Nov. 2, 1983. She wrote: About three years ago, Gertrude (Powers) Montgomery wrote to us suggesting a Memories story on the building ofthe Fuller Street athletic field in Nashville, a community endeavor she believes rates along with the community maple syrup project. Only recently have we been able to locate photos to use with the proposed article) “It was truly a fun and happy project, enthusiasti­ cally shared by many,” wrote Mrs. Montgomery. “I doubt there is an athlete in [Maple Valley] school now who knows that the field didn’t just spring up like Topsy. It was an idea bom of need for a reasonable field of action in the facile minds of Horace Powers, Ralph Hess and Arlie Reed [then superin­ tendent of Nashville schools].” The men, wrote Mrs. Montgomery, “canvassed the village for donations for the land purchase, then organ­ ized the popularized idea of farmers with tractors to come down on a work day to level the field, which was no small task ... before the popularity of bulldozers. “It occurred to Horace that the men should be fed, so he volunteered to buy the meat and have the three wives, Mabie Powers, Rhea Hess and Margaret Reed, plan and cook the meal. With the help of many volunteers, the women prepared, served and washed a goodly stack of dishes. The [Knights of Pythias] Hall was the scene of action. “Later, the high school students got a break from classes to pick stones [from the new field] working dili­ gently, and the grass was sown and cared for ...” Mrs. Montgomery suggested we research the story for additional details and this is what we found. Issues of The Nashville News from 1948 to 1950 give a good accounting of the blood, sweat and tears that went into the athletic field project. On May 4, 1948, The News reported that ‘tsomewhere near a hundred peo­ ple” turned up for a meeting on the proposed field, and after a two-hour discussion agreed on “the desirability of acquiring a new site for a field, erecting floodlights and making other improvements — providing ways and means can be found to accomplish it.” The meeting chaired by Ralph Hess was turned over to Horace Powers, a local attorney, who told of various sites under consideration — the most favorable being a 16-acre tract lying between Fuller and Casgrove streets which Mr. and Mrs. Earl Schulze had offered to sell for $3,500. Harold Bahs, president of the board of education, spoke at the May meeting of the school’s financial inabili­ ty to buy the land. “There simply isn’t money available for such a purpose,” he said, adding that he would never, in the interests of the taxpayers in the district, go along with spending such an amount for an athletic field while the school was in need of addi­ tional classroom space. Some had suggested the Schulze parcel would be ATTENTION VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE RESIDENTS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING A Planning Commission Public Hearing has been sched­ uled for 6:30pm, Tuesday, November 12, 2013, at the Vermontville Village Office, 121 Eastside Drive. THE SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING WILL BE CHANG­ ING LAUNDROMAT AND VEHICLE REPAIR SHOP USES FROM SPECIAL LAND USE APPLICATION PERMIT TO USE BY RIGHT PERMIT. If you would prefer to send written comments for consid­ eration, please forward them prior to the public meeting to the Village of Vermontville, attention: Village Clerk, at the above address. If you have special needs associated with your attendance at the hearing, please call the Village at 517-726-1429 so that a reasonable effort can be made to accommodate your needs. 06825334 Dscal volunteers, including farmers with tractors, turned out in force for a work bee in early December 1948 to begin converting vacant farmland between Fuller and Casgrove streets into a modern lighted athletic field. Grading by volunteers shaved thousands of dollars off the project’s cost, which was paid through individual contributions and subscription. In 1950, Fuller Street Elementary school was built on an adjacent site. A community endeavor of some magnitude, the building of Fuller Street athletic field started with an idea com­ mittee in February 1948 and culminated in the Nashville Tigers playing and winning their first football game on the new lighted field Sept. 15,1950. The first night event on the new field, however, came in June of that year when the VFW and local businessmen faced each other in the Softball Follies. Both teams were dressed in gowns for the hilarious fundraiser. suitable as a building site for National Bank. Out of that in financing construction of a culture class helped with the a new school adjacent to the session came the determina­ field they likely would not survey work and athletic field and proposed a tion that the three-acre use as much as village resi­ Superintendent Arlie Reed special 5-mill levy to finance Riverside site was not ade­ dents, the rural community lined up volunteers and the land purchase. But no quate for three vital needs: a came through almost 100 equipment for a grading action was taken at that May football gridiron, a softball percent in contributions work bee in early December. meeting. field and a baseball diamond. when soliciting began. “Harold Bahs and Albert Meanwhile, Nashville’s “A minimum of some­ In late September 1948, Bell, members of the board ball teams continued to play thing like six acres is neces­ the committee announced of education are heading the on the old Riverside athletic sary to fit all three into a that $2,000 had been collect­ project,” reported The News. field which the Charles lighted field,” reported The ed in one week of solicita­ “The [grading] job that had Putnams had donated to the News. tion. been estimated as worth village in the early 1900s. Just before the meeting Rural folks, made another between $2,000 and $3,000 “The condition of adjourned, a motion carried important contribution to the worth ofprofessional work is Nashville’s present athletic without opposition to pro­ project. going to be done without the field drew numerous com­ ceed with the original plan of “It has been suggested by expenditure of a penny.” ments Monday when the trying to raise enough money several farmers this week By the time the day rolled local softball team played by popular subscription to that perhaps a considerable around, three dozen tractors Freeport on the wilderness buy the Schulze property and part ofthe grading and level­ and 50 men had promised to that once was a diamond,” develop a lighted athletic ing of the field be done by help. observed The News June 3, field. About $13,000 would volunteer labor, and several By spring of 1949, the 1948. “They were not favor- be needed for site and have volunteered to donate major concern was for light­ able comments, however. improvements. At the meet­ the use of their tractors and ing of the new field. Proceeds of a collection ing, a Hastings contractor other equipment for the job,” . In April, a nonprofit taken up during the game had given comparative costs noted The News Oct. 7, Athletic Field Association will be used to have the grass of grading the Schulze land 1948. was formed to issue $25 cut before the next home and Riverside field. The Schulze property was stock certificates to raise an game.” “There is a beginning of a bought that fall, high school In a June 10, 1948, roving little over $2,000 in earnings boys in Bernard Allen’s agriContinued next page reporter interview, News from the community maple Publisher Donald Hinderliter syrup project, which is being learned that some local peo­ heavily counted on to be ple favored raising money continued,” noted The News, for lights and improvements “and a little over $1,000 was to the old field, even though raised by Ralph Hess in two the field was sometimes too days of soliciting two weeks The Vermontville Township wet for use during the high ago.” school baseball season and Due to the opinion of a Board will be accepting sealed one fall when the football state official that the Fuller gridiron had to be moved on Street site was too remote for bids for the position of account of standing water. an elementary school loca­ Even the committee tion, at one point, the land appointed in February to purchase proposal had been investigate the feasibility of whittled down to $2,500 just acquiring a new athletic field for the athletic field. But site began to waiver. Perhaps now it was determined to it would be best to put lights include a school site, and the A copy of the contract is available for review at the on the Riverside field and if board of education agreed to Vermontville Township office, 120 E. First Street, and when a better site may reimburse the athletic field Vermontville, Michigan or by calling 517-726-0355. be acquired, move the light­ committee in the form of a ing equipment, reported The $1,000 contribution as soon Sealed bids are due in the Township Office no later than News June 2. But rather than as the Schulze parcel was' November 12, 2013 by 4:00 p.m. Bids will be opened act on that conviction, they bought. November 13, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. decided to present the recAlthough there had been ommendation to a group some dissension about the Question should be directed to Supervisor Jack meeting June 30 at Security role rural people should play Owens by calling 517-726-1241. • NOTICE • VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP WOODLAWN CEMETERY SEXTON/MAINTENANCE 06825474 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 2,2013 — Page 9 Michigan Winter Hazards Awareness Week observed Nov. 3-9 As the _winter months approach, the American Red Cross encourages the public to prepare for potential safe­ ty hazards due to the weath­ er. Nov. 3 to 9 is Michigan Winter Hazards Awareness week. “The week is a statewide campaign to help Michigan residents get ready for win­ ter,” said Kelly ' Hudson, regional communications officer for the Red Cross of West Michigan. “Part of the mission of the Red Cross is to teach our neighbors about preparing for emergencies and this is a great opportuni­ ty to do that.” Auto and home safety Keep a safety kit at home and in the car. Kits should include items like a portable radio, flashlight, food and water, a cell phone, medica­ tions and other essential items. For vehicle winterization have a mechanic check the belts, hoses, tires, battery, and coolant. Maintain heating equip­ ment and chimneys by hav­ ing them cleaned and inspected every year. Never use a stove or oven to heat your home. Keep a glass or metal fire screen around the- fireplace and never leave a fireplace fire unattended. lightweight warm clothing in layers, with a waterproof outer layer. For more . tips about preparing for the winter weather, visit the website, redcross.org/prepare. For information on how to donate money, recieve train­ ing or become involved visit redcross.org or call 1-800RED-CROSS . organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or visit on Twitter at @RedCross. LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default Personal safety has been made in the conditions Avoid overexertion and of a mortgage made by Jeffrey S. About the American .Red excessive sweating in the NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE Gallentine and Maryellen K. Cross cold. Wear loose-fitting, FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & Gallentine, husband and wife, to The American Red Cross SMITH; P.C. IS ATTEMPTING Wells Fargo Bank,"' NA. shelters, feeds and provides TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY !Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2009 aI nd recorded July 7, 2009 in OBTAINED IInstrument emotional support to victims INFORMATION Number of disasters; supplies about WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR- 200907070007027, Barry County 40 percent of the nation's POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR jRecords,. Michigan. There is AT THE NUMBER ,claimed to be due at the date blood; teaches skills that OFFICE BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS |hereof the. sum of One Hundred save lives; provides interna­ IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. (Nine Thousand Six Hundred tional humanitarian aid; and DEFAULT having been made in Sixty-One and 3/1,00 Dollars supports military members the conditions off a certain i($109,661.03) including interest per annum. and their families. The Red Mortgage made on December at 5.5% Under the power of sale con­ 27, 2004, by Charles W. Rice, Jr. Cross is a not-for-profit and Linda L. Rice (a/k/a Linda L. tained in said mortgage and the Snyder), husband and wife, as statute in such case made and Mortgagor, given by them to .provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, closed by a sale of the mortgaged whose address is 629 West State premises, or some part of them, Street, Hastings, Michigan at public vendue at the place of 49058, as Mortgagee, and holding the circuit court within recorded on January 5, 2005, in Barry County., Michigan at 1:00 the office of the Register of PM on NOVEMBER 14, 2013. Deeds for Barry County, Said premises are located in IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE Michigan, in Iristrament Number the Township of Orangeville, MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE 1139698, which mortgage was Barry County, Michigan, and are BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE assigned to Commercial Bank by described as: YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT All of the following .described In addition to the tribute improve accessibility and an Assignment of Mortgage Veterans Day, Nov. 11, is. OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-14001 dated January 17, 2012, record­ Lots, tracts or parcels of land fast approaching. This is a we pay, our actions as a state ease of getting service. Due MORTGAGE SALE - Default lying, being and situate in the ed on January 26, 20.12, in day of national recognition and country must match to limited funds, the office has been made in the conditions Instrument Township of Orangeville, County Number a mortgage made by Ralph S. of Barry and State of Michigan for the sacrifice and the serv­ what we say. We must make was open only three days a of Robertson, a married man and 201201260000908, Barry County more particularly described as week. I'm happy to report sure the needs of veterans are ice veterans'-have given their Records, on which Mortgage Jessica M. Barnes, a married follows’.That part of the country. We owe a debt of met. We still have a long that, as ofOct. 1, the office is woman and Jesse J. Barnes, her there is claimed to be due and Southwest 174 of Section 26, unpaid, as of the date of this now open five days a week husband,-to Mortgage Electronic gratitude to the men and way to go in this area. Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Notice, the sum of Nineteen Registration Systems, Inc.,, as Orangeville' Township, Barry As acounty commissioner from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Money nominee women who have served and for lender and lender's Thousand Six Hundred Twenty-. County, Michigan, being , and/or their families who have in 2008,1 was involved with was secured from the. County successors successors and/or assigns, Six,arid ,73/100 Dollars described as: commencing at the given so much to our coun- securing the Eaton County and a grant to make this hap- Mortgagee, dated August 2,2004 ($19,626.73); qpd no suit or pro-,, Southwest corner ©f said Section i recorded August, 5, 2004 io :' ceeding at law or in equity haying ; try.r.;t,K.. r Veterans^ Services office. to pen The Eaton County and ; 26; thence North 0 degrees 0,0 Instrument Number 1131982, Veterans’ Services office is Barty County Records, Michigan. been instituted to recover the minutes 13 seconds East, on. the located in the courthouse; Said mortgage is now held by debt or any part thereof’secured West Section line, 1323.47 feet to 1045 Independence Drive in Wells Fargo Bank, NA by assign­ by said Mortgage, and the power the East and West 1/8 line of said Continued previous page Southwest 1/4; thence South 89 ment. There is claimed to be due of sale in said Mortgage having Charlotte, Room 150. The at the date hereof the sum of become -operative by reason of degrees 48 minutes 26 seconds estimated $5,000 capital for Bloomer Girls challenged a phone number is 517-543- Seventy-Two Thousand Ninety- such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ East on said 1/8 line; 920.00 feet businessmen’s outfit called 3740. Three and 49/100 D Dollars BY GIVEN that on Thursday, to the point of beginning of the lights. ($72,093.49) including interest at December 5,2013 at 1:00 o'clock parcel of land herein described; In early June, Emmitt the Gay Nineties in a hilari­ To ensure veterans have 6.75% per annum. in the afternoon, at the Barry thence continuing South 89 Hamilton, Ralph Olin, ous fundraiser billed as the access to services available, I Under the power of sale con- County Courthouse in Hastings, degrees 48 minutes 26 seconds Clayton Decker and other Softball Follies. The players will be holding a Veterans tained in said mortgage and the Michigan, that being one of the East, on said 1/8 line, 440.00 feet to the East line of the West 1360 in such case made and places for holding the Circuit volunteers did final grading were dressed in Victorian Services forum at the statute feet of the South 1/2 of the provided,, no prove notice ce iss hereby erey gven given for Barry County, there will on the field and trenched for gowns. Southwest 1/4; thence South 0 Charlotte Masonic Temple, that said mortgage will be fore­ Court The first bleacher seating 245. S. Cochran Ave. in closed by a sale' of the mort- be offered for sale and sold to the degrees 00 minutes 13 seconds city .water service, ..upon highest bidder or bidders at pub­ bn said East line and paral­ which grass-seeding was for the field came that same Charlotte. The forum is from gaged premises, or some part of ■ lic auction or venue for purposes West, lel with the West Section line, them, at public vendue at the month. Leonard McKercher, contingent. 6 to.8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov; place of holding the circuit court of satisfying the amounts due and 264.00 feet; thence North 89 “AS soon as city water is head ofthe new five-member. 12. Specialists in the fields of within Barry County., Michigan at unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth- degrees 48 minutes 26 seconds available, it is expected the Athletic Field Board of medicine, law, housing; edu­ 1:00 PM on NOVEMBER 14/ er with all allowable costs of sale West, parallel with the East and and includable attorney fees, the West 1/8 line of said Southwest gridiron will be seeded, and Control, announced that cation, recreation and advo- 2013. 1/4, 440.00 feet; thence North 0 Said premises are located in lands and premises in said with proper watering, a good bleachers to seat 1,000 had cacy will be present. Special the Township of Barry, Barry Mortgage and degrees 00 minutes 13 seconds mentioned sod may be produced by the been acquired from Saginaw guest, State Representative County, Michigan, aand are described as follows: LAND SIT-- East, parallel with the West as: UATED IN THE VILLAGE OF Section line, 264.00 feet to the time of the first home game Arthur Hill High School at a David Knezek (D-Dearbom described Situated in Barry Township, OF point of beginning.Subject to the NASHVILLE, COUNTY very reasonable cost. Those in September,” noted The Heights), a veteran, will also Barry County, Michigan rights of public, in that part there­ BARRY, MICHIGAN, seats were augmented in­ be a part of the forum. described as follows:Lot 74 and News in June. DESCRIBED AS: The West half of, lying within the road right of West 1/2 of Lot 75 of J.R. way of Bever Road.Subject to am In addition to veterans and the Lights costing $6,000 September by the building of Bush's us s First rs Addition on to o the e of Lot 44 of the Village of easement for ingress, egress and were ordered in September, permanent bleachers to hold their families, service organ­ Village of Delton, according to the •Nashville, Michigan, Original public utilities over the Westerly s_h_o_r_tly b_e_f_o_r_e_ s_cHhoo_l_ oapened an additional 200 people, izations and agencies inter­ recorded plat thereof, as record- Town, according to the recorded 70.00 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be with a record enrollment of On Sept. . 15, 1950, the ested in learning about the ed in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 33. plat thereof, Barry County The redemption period shall be Records. Property address: 118 6 months from the date of such Nashville Tigers played their many resources available to ' 675 and most grades crowd­ 6 months from the date of such E. Washington Street, Nashville, unless determined aban­ first game on the lighted field veterans are welcome. Pleasei sale, untess determined aban- Michigan 49073 Property Parcel: sale, ed; doned in accordance with MCLA feel free to contact my office . doned in accordance with MCLA 08-52-000-000-044-01 The peri§600.3241 in which case, the In August 1949, local vot­ and made it a smashing suc­ if ou have an uestions at’ §600.3241 a, in which case the od within which the above prem- redemptiona, period shall be 30 cess by subduing Woodland, ers had approved a two-year if you have any questions at ' redemption period shall be 30 ises may be redeemed shall days from the date of such sale. 5-mill tax levy to build addi­ 33-6. 517-373-0853. TdaQysAfrLoLm P thUeRdCaH teA oSfEsRuSch sTahle: expire one (1) year from the date TO ALL PURCHASERS: The “An excellent crowd TfoQrecAloLsLin gP URmCoHrtAgSaEgeReS : Tcahn e of sale, unless determined aban-foreclosing mortgagee can tional classrooms, which foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, doned in accordance with within- a year took shape as turned out, and it was a cool,, rescind the sale. In that event, PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in your damages, if any are limited clear evening — almost ideal your damages, if any, are limited Fuller Street Elementary. All real estate advertising in this news­ which case the redemption peri­ solely to the return of the bid solely to the return of the bid for football, ” reported The Two weeks after school paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act amount tendered at sale, plus od shall be 30 days from the time amount tendered at sale, plus and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which opened in 1949, it was closed News. of such sale. If the property is interest. interest. make it illegal to advertise If the property is sold at fore­ Oliver “Babe” Downing collectively temporarily due to a threatIf the property is sold at fore- sold at foreclosure ‘sale under। “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL closure sale, pursuant to MCL Chapter 32 of the Revised । nation based on race, color, religion, sex, ened polio epidemic that made the first touchdown on handicap, familial status, national origin, 600.3278, the borrower will be Judicature Act Of 1961, pursuant. 600.3278, the borrower will be age or martial status, or an intention, to claimed the life of student the new field. Other scorers held responsible to the person to MCL 600.3278, the mort­ held responsible to the person any such preference, limitation or Shirley Potter, 16, and hospi­ that night for Nashville were make who buys the property at the gagors) will be held responsible’ who buys the property at the discrimination.” Familial status includes mortgage foreclosure sale or to mortgage -foreclosure sale or to teo ttheatp tehreso fno' wechloosbuuyes stahlee pdropto- the children under the age of 18 living with talized four other local resi­ Brad Norton and Kenneth mortgage holder for damage parents or legal custodians, pregnant the mortgage holder for damage erty at the foreclosure sale dr to* to the property during the Pufpaff. dents. women and people securing custody of to the property during the And, as Mrs. Montgomery children under 18. the mortgage holder for damag- redemption period. Lights on the new field redemption period. This newspaper will not knowingly . concluded, “ No longer did If you are a tenant in the prop- ing the property during the If you are a tenant in the property, accept any advertising for real estate were installed in October, period. Dated: please contact our office as you erty, please contact our office asi redemption which is in violation of the law. Our but due to the late seeding, fans run up and down the readers are hereby informed that all may have certain rights. October 18, 2013 FOSTER, you may have certain rights. dwellings advertised in this newspaper no home games were sched­ sidelines watching the game Dated: October 12, 2013 SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. Dated: October 12, 2013 are available on an equal opportunity COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin Orlans Associates, P.C.. uled that year on the new and helping the referees,' basis. To report discrimination call the Orlans Associates, P.C.. J. Price of Hastings, Michigan,, Attorneys for Servicer attendance increased with a Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. Attorneys for Servicer turf. The HUD toll-free telephone number for P.O. Box 5041 Mortgagee Attorneys for P.O. Box 5041 place to sit, but primarily The first lighted event the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Troy, Ml 48007 Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Troy, Ml 48007 2485021600 staged on the hew field took because it was our field cre­ Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 2485021600 File No. 13-012640 File No. 13-011041 ated with a real labor of love 371-8253 (11-02) (11-23) place June 5, 1950, when a (10-12)(11-02) 06824113 (10-12)(11-02) 06824119 EQUAL houswq LEGAL NOTICE News Veterans services forum is Nov. 12 from VFW team dubbed the and loyalty.” 06799959 opportunity LEGAL NOTICE �P g e 1iv0 —~ ~ Juus oti wSay “n Aos rAwdvdeurtoiseewd •in•• the Maple Valjley News" Saturday, -N---o---v--e---m--- b---e--r— 2,,2013 r ay c Saxon boys and TK girls score Barry County titles by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Delton Kellogg athletic director Mike Mohn chal­ lenged Hastings to be as entertaining as he and the Panthers were in hosting next year’s Barry County Cross Country Meet. Mohn announced Thomapple Kellogg’s Melissa “Manchester” as the individual champion in the girls’ race at Gilmore Car Museum Monday, before eventually handing Melissa Winchester and her Trojan teammates the championship trophy sporting a small gold­ en runner with her ankle taped up. The wind blew it over, he told the Trojans. TK’s girls were still happy to celebrate their victory, as were the Hastings boys. Thomapple Kellogg fol­ lowed up winning a Division 2 Regional championship Saturday at Carson City­ Crystal by winning Monday’s meet with just 22 points. TK had nine girls fin­ ish in the top 14, earning all­ county honors. The top seven runners at the county meet make up the All-Barry County First Team, while the eighth through 14th-place runners comprise the All-Barry County Second Team. Like in other meets, only seven runners count in the overall team scoring though. Hastings’ girls were sec­ ond with 43 points, followed by Delton Kellogg 77, Maple Valley 103 and Lakewood 147. State medalist Melissa Winchester, not “Manchester”, was the indi­ vidual champion. She hit the finish line in 20:04.56. She pulled away from OK Gold Conference rival Trista Straube, from Hastings, in the second half of the race to earn the top spot. Straube was second in 20:27.06. The only runner not from Thomapple Kellogg or Maple Valley’s Hanna Kyle winds her way through the buildings on the grounds of the Gilmore Car Museum during Monday’s Barry County Meet. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hastings in the top 14 overall was Delton Kellogg’s Marcie Stevens, who was 13th in 21:53.62. TK had Olivia Lamberg third in 20:51.94, Janie Noah fifth in 21:00.56, Bryn Beyer sixth in 21:13.06, Rachel Gorton seventh in 21:14.75, Taylor Ward eighth in 21:15.87, Morgan McNutt tenth in*21:22.53, Fiona Shea 11th in 21:33.47 and Shelbi Shepherd 14th in 22:33.22. Hastings filled the other two all-county spots, with Katherine Weinbrecht ninth in 21:19.15 and Rachel Rimer 12th in 21:45.81. Thomapple Kellogg and Hastings met up all year long, in the OK Gold Conference and then at their regional Saturday. The Trojan boys got the best of Hastings Saturday, but at the county meet Monday the Your local agent Insures your Business Ml FARM BUREAU KB. INSURANCE* Micfagatus fastuvuiee, Compatuj, ®A & A Lynn Denton 139 W. State Street Hastings 269-945-4520 ldenton@fbinsmi.com theLynnDentonAgency.com 8 • New Construction Designed ond Installed • Boiler Installation and Service • Radiant Floor Tubing and Ceiling Installation Air Conditioning 8i Heating • Duct Cleaning and Sanitizing • High-Efficiency Furnace and Air Serving Your Community Conditioning Installation for Over 40 Years ■ 24-Hour Phone Service • Free Estimates Goodman' Saxons turned the tide. Hastings won the boys’ county championship with 37 points. Thomapple Kellogg was second with 43, followed by Maple Valley 46, Delton Kellogg 133 and Lakewood NTS. The Saxons got a big boost from Chance Miller, who admitted to being a little tight at Saturdays’ regional meet. Miller was the runnerup Monday, finishing in 17:21.31. TK’s David Walter, the lone boy to qual­ ify for this year’s state finals from the county, won the race in 17:17.22. “It was amazing,” Miller said. “It was good to ran with my teammates at the begin­ ning part. I really wanted them to stick with me. I real­ ly wanted to get out there and help my team win it. Came off a bad race on Saturday, so I really wanted to get it done here today.” Maple Valley’s Andrew Brighton led for much of the race, but Walter picked up the pace late. When Walter started going, that’s when Miller started to move too. “I ran with (Walter) most of the time,” Miller said. “He asked me to go with him, and I did my best to go with him. Towards the end, with maybe a quarter mile to go, I knew I had to give it every­ thing I’ve got and I passed the Maple Valley kid. I always like to finish strong.” The all-county honors on the boys’ side were a bit more spread out. Brighton finished third in 17:26.78, one of four Lions in the top 14. TK had five runners in the top 14, while Hastings had four and Lakewood on&Behind Chance for the Saxons, Sam Johnson was fourth in 17:27.78, Jake Miller fifth in 17:37.38, Ronnie Collins seventh in 17:53.53, and Alex Beauchamp 19th in 19:03.62. “This is our first victory since I’ve been in Hastings, so this is big for us. We’ve got a strong team coming back (next year),” said Chance. TK had Luke Noah sixth in 17:37.78, Joe Gaikema tenth in 18:10.18, Drayson Beyer 12th in 18:21.59 and Erik Walter 14th in 18:36.53. Behind Brighton for Maple Valley, Austin Rood was eighth in 18:00.06, Kyle Brumm ninth in 18:03.09, Micah Bromley 11th in 18:14.78 and Brandon Wilson 15th in 18:44.72. Lakewood’s all-county performer was Daniel Sauers, who was 13th in 18: 30.22. The Vikings also had Traviss AldrichWilkerson 18th in 18:55.53, Tyler Schrock 23rd in 19: 48.59 and Grant Patrick 24th in 19:53.56. Delton Kellogg’s leaders were Lane Homister and Brock Mueller who finished 26th (19:59.09) and 27th (20:06.18) respectively. The Panther team also had Eric Hoeberling 29th in 20:34.38, Andrew Jackson 30th in 20:43-81 and Jacob Morgan 31st in 20:58.09. Delton Kellogg’s girls team had a couple of girls just miss all-county honors. Sarah Rendon was 15th in 22: 46.78 and Megan Grimes 16th in 22:52.66. The Panther team also had Kanoe Chaffee 17th in 22:54.31 and Nicole Thompson 25th in 23: 34.81. Behind the top three for Continued next page 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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(Photo by Brett Bremer) (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. „ VERMONTVILLE s Now accepting MasterCard & Visa �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 2, 2013 — Page 11 From previous page Hastings, Emily Westers was 19th in 22:58.37 and Abby Laubaugh 23rd in 23:06.96. Lakewood’s first finishers was Davita Mater, who was 18th in 22:56.44. The Viking team also had Olivia Louthan 31st in 25:06.59, Anna Zuver 37th in 26:35.53, Mercedes Smith 40th in 27:45.25 and Marissa Michaud 53rd in 35:39.00. Maple Valley’s girls ran in a pack, with McKayla Lamance 20th in 23:04.97, Emily Mattocks 21st in 23:05.72, Breanna Heinze 22nd in 23:06.24, Hanna Kyle 24th in 23:17.00 and Emma McGlocklin 26th in 23:55.47. JOB FAIRS Join EmploymentGroup at Allegan County Mi Works! on Nov 5,9am-12pm, at 3255 122nd Ave, Allegan. Or at our Delton Job Fair on Fri, Nov 8,2pm-4:30pm, at Delton District Library, 330 N Grove, Delton. HASTINGS: General Labor: $8/50/hr, many sit-down jobs, allshifts. Ind, Assembly & Machine Operators: $9/hr, $.50 raise after 90 days; all shifts. Machinists: $12/hr, 1st shift, 10-hr days. CNC exp a plus.' SOUTHERN GRAND RAPIDS: Inspectors, Machine Ops & Assemblers: $9-10/hr, all shifts, 6+ mos. industrial exp. PLAINWELL: Seasonal Workers, Nov 11 - Dec 24; Picking and Packing toys and games. $8/hr with lots of overtime available. Stay thru the project duration on Dec 24 and receive $.50 extra for every hour you work! BATTLE CREEK: Project Work: $9/hr to start, able to work all 3 shifts. 100+ openings - DENSO: $9-$ 10.80/hr +$.30 for shifts, trial-hire, $13.90 at hire-in. Manufacturing jobs - Systex: $8.25-$8.65/hr, increase after 90 days, attendance and quarterly bonuses, all shifts, great benefits after trial hire. Field Service Techs: $ 16-$ 18/hr, Mon-Thu, 6am- 4:30pm, 75% domestic and international travel. Machine Maintenance Tech: $ 16-$22/hr DOE, 6+ mos. contract position, Allen Bradley exp preferred, min HS diploma with some college, min 6+ mos. experience. Material Handlers/Forklift Operators/Warehouse: $9/hr + $.30 shift differential, all shifts, 6+ mos. recent work history. You MUST apply on-line at www.employmentgroup.com BEFORE the job fair. Can't make the job fair? Apply on-line and then call your local office for these job locations: 616.949.2303 for Hastings / Grand Rapids; 269.388.2175 for Plainwell; 269.660.3500 for Battle Creek. Handful of Valley spikers reach goal for digs in defeat Olivet’s varsity volleyball team topped the Lions in the Kalamazoo Valley Association regular season finale 25-14, 25-14, 25-19 Tuesday. Despite the 3-0 Eagle win, the Lions had a decent defen­ sive night. Jordan Woodman, Olivia Ricketts, Hadley Joppie and Kandys Larsen all reached the team goals for digs per set. Joppie led the team with 17 digs. Ricketts had 12, Larsen ten and Woodman nine. Ricketts also met the team goal for kills, finishing with six. Joppie added five kills, Marissa Pierce had three and Larsen and Megan Bonney had two each. Larsen finished the night with 15 assists. Woodman had a teamhigh two aces. Pennfield will play host to the Kalamazoo Valley Association Tournament today (Nov. 2). The Lions end the KVA duals with an 0-9 record. The postseason starts Monday for the Lions. They’ll take on Potterville in the Class C District Opener at 5:30 p.m. at GalesburgAugusta High School. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554for more information. �Page 12 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 2,2013 Lions have number of their best times at regional by Brett Bremer Sports Editor A perfect season would have seen the Maple Valley varsity boys’ cross country team winning a Kalamazoo Valley Association champi­ onship and earning a spot in the Division 3 State Finals. The season wasn’t perfect, but it was one of the best ones ever for the Lion boys’ program. Maple Valley had three guys set personal records (PRs) at Saturday’s Division 3 Regional hosted by Carson City-Crystal at Fish Creek Sportsman’s Club. Even with some of their best times ever, the Lions were tenth in the tough field. The top three teams and top 15 individuals at regionals across the state last week earned the right to compete Lion senior IvyBraden picks up the pace as she nears the finish line at the end of Saturday’s Division 3 Regional race at the Fish Creek Sportsman’s Club. (Photo by Brett Bremer) in the lower peninsula finals, which will be held at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn Saturday. “It’s been exciting for them to be competitive. The boys’ team, historically we’ve just never been a com­ petitive boys’ team,” said Maple Valley head coach Robb Rosin. “They really rallied together with some intense workouts. They had their goals and they went for them. They might not have reached them, but it definite­ ly wasn’t for a lack oftrying. “The girls too have really improved throughout this year too. They might not get the same accolades as the boys, but they really have performed, I think, above expectations.” Junior Andrew Brighton led the Lion boys Saturday, finishing 24th in 17 minutes 41.3 seconds. He had one of his team’s three PRs. Senior Austin Rood had his best time ever, placing 43rd in 18:14.5. Junior Felix Pena also had a PR, coming in 100th in 20:45.6. Brighton and Pena were the only juniors running for the Lions Saturday, with five seniors filling out the rest of the varsity line-up. Micah Bromley was 36th in 18:05.7, Kyle Brumm 66th Maple Valley’s McKayla Lamance (455) and Emily in 18:58.4, Sam Benedict Mattocks (456) race along together soon after the start 72nd in 19:07.0 and Brandon of the Division 3 Regional hosted by Carson City-Crystal Wilson 85th in 19:54.5. “We’re losing five of the Saturday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) top six,” Rosin said. “Next ers in the boys’ race were in with a time of 15:35.5. year’s team needs to step up seniors. The only junior was Durand senior Jarren Guy now. There’s going to be the day’s individual champi­ was second in 16:27.3 and room on the varsity.” on, Keenan Rebera from St. Louis senior Connor Four of the top five finish- Lansing Catholic who came Pilmore third in 16:51.7. Rebera and the Cougars won the regional title with 71 points, followed by St. Louis 97, Hemlock 117, Shepherd 130, Saranac 148, Bath 159, Carson City-Crystal 196, Chesaning 235, Ovid-Elsie 240, Maple Valley 241, Durand 253, Byron 286, Perry 301, Portland 369, Ithaca 377, Central Montcalm 413, St. Charles 553, Highland Park 556 and Laingsburg NTS.. The girls ran , first Saturday, and got Maple Valley off to a nice start for the day. Senior Hanna Kyle was the Lion leader, placing 56th in 22:46.8. “Hanna Kyle really moved up,” Rosin said. “She was number one for us today, the first time in her life she’s ever been number one on our team. She was excited about that, really excited.” Kyle had a PR, as did teammate Emily Mattocks who was 58th in 22:57.9. The Lion team also had Mckayla Lamance 62nd in 23:06.5, Emma McGlocklin 72nd in 23:41.1 and Sara Stachelhaus 88th in 24:58.0. At the back of the Lion pack were Ivy Braden (108th in 26:57.2) and Erica Burkett (109th in 26:58.6). Senior Kaylie Rhynard from Shepherd matched Rebera’s feat, taking an indi­ vidual title while leading her team to a championship. Rhynard finished in 18:57.7. Ithaca freshman Courtney Allen was second in 18:08.6. Shepherd took the team title with 47 points, followed by Ithaca 72 and Lansing Catholic 87. St. Louis was fourth with 104 points, fol­ lowed by Bath 118, Perry 165, Carson City-Crystal 219, Ovid-Elsie 232, Saranac 273, Portland 295, Hemlock 309, Laingsburg 309, Maple Valley 331, Byron 395, Chesaning 404, Durand 467, Central Montcalm 526 and St. Charles NTS. Women's Health first Laura Doherty, M.D., Laura Kota, M.D., and Robert Valice, M.D. are pleased to announce that Women's Health First has joined the Pennock Physician Network. Located at 1108 W. State Street in the Pennock State Street Center, the physicians at Women's Health First offer complete OB'/GYN services as well as robotic assisted surgeries using the da Vinci® Surgical System. Contact Women's Health First at 269.945.8080 for more information or to make an appointment. FIND US ANYTIME! _.„ I’LNNOCK vv» Health Services 1009 West Green St., Hastings ■ www.pennockhealth.com Maple Valley’s Andrew Brighton speeds up a bit as he nears the finish line at the end of Saturday’s Division 3 Regional race at the Fish Creek Sportsman’s Club in Carson City. (Photo by Brett Bremer) � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-11-09.pdf 2fd4713a200c5a8e5a5c0370aced4d4d PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY n ews Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 45, November 9, 2013 A local paper oftoday! ‘Shrek the Musical' now on stage in Maple Valley Students of Maple Valley schools have been busily rehearsing for “Shrek the Musical” with shows this weekend and next. Remaining performances are Saturday, Nov. 9, at 2 and 7 p.m.; Friday, Nov. 15, at 7 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 16, at 2 and 7 p.m. Reservations may be made by email to maplevalleytheater@gmail.com. The musical is in the audi­ torium of Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High school. Tickets may be available at the door. Pricing is $10 for adults, $8, seniors (age 62 plus), $5 for students with student ID. Abby Mater, as Fiona, rehearses a scene from “Shrek the Musical.” Mater shares the role with Catie Eldridge. (Photo by Julie Christine Nelson) Justin Heinsen (Shrek) rehearses a scene for “Shrek the Musical.” The musical is being per­ formed this weekend and next. Heinsen most recently portrayed the Cowardly Lion in “The Wizard of Oz.” (Photo by Julie Christine Nelson) Shamin Rowley as Donkey rehearses a scene from “Shrek the Musical.” The show is this week­ end and next in Maple Valley High School Auditorium. (Photo by Julie Christine Nelson) Group forming to develop plan for school improvements Maple Valley Schools is embarking on a community­ based development of a long-range master plan for facility improvements, said Maple Valley Schools Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon. Phase 1 of the process is called “Learning from the Past.” Some accomplish­ ments in recent months include: • The board of education’s hiring of Miller Davis Construction Company and Kingscott Associates of Kalamazoo as the construc- tion management and archi­ tect firms. These firms spe­ cialize in working with com­ munities like Maple Valley in the development of master plans for K-12 school districts. Community members work with these consultants to determine what steps the district should consider regarding the needs of the school facilities. • “Listen and Learn” ses­ sions have been held at vari­ ous locations in the'community. These sessions gathered input from residents about previous failed bond attempts. tize recommendations, “The feedback has been develop a district-wide mas­ tremendous and is greatly ter plan for facility improve­ appreciated,” said Falcon. ments and recommend fund­ “Please know that we have ing options. listened carefully and are The team will provide a currently developing action report and recommendations steps to strengthen our rela­ to the board of education in tionship with the communi­ the coming months. A FIT introductory meet­ ty-” Miller Davis and ing is planned Tuesday Nov. Kingscott are completing an 12, at 6:30 p.m., in the jr./sr. analysis of current facility high school library. conditions. Findings will be For more information or if shared at the board of educa­ interested in being in the tion meeting Monday, Nov. FIT group, call Falcon, 517­ 18, at 7 p.m. in the adminis­ 852-9699 ext. 11 or email, tration office board room. mfalcon@mvs.kl2.mi.us. A planning committee A planning comprised of parents, resi­ website,www.maplevalley.k dents, staff and students is ingscott.com, is in develop­ being assembled to begin the ment and will include development of the district’s updates of the project. master plan. “I hope you are able to This group will be the join us in this exciting time facility improvements team for Maple Valley Schools,” and will convene to discuss said Falcon. the assessment report, priori- In This Issue Charlton Park Road bridge is open to traffic After two months of reconstruction, the Charlton Park Road bridge over the Thornapple River is open again. Barricades were removed and traffic crossed the span Monday, the firs£since Labor Day weekend. Brad Lamberg, managing director of the Barry County Road Commission, said minor details are being finished. The final numbers are yet to be reviewed, but he said he expects those numbers to be near the $639,000 bid. The replacement of the beams and decking was paid for with money from the Michigan Critical Bridge Fund. The pilings and abutments from the 1956 bridge remain under the structure. Lamberg said no other bridge repairs are on the county’s agenda as of now, unless additional projects are accepted by the Critical Bridge Fund program. Milbocker and Sons of Allegan was the contractor for this and the Lawrence Road bridge replacement, which was completed in August. • Maple Valley Schools to honor veterans Monday • Maple Valley FFA members attend national convention • Potterville tops Lion spikers in Class C tourney at G-A • Business students explore international cultures and foods �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 9, 2013 Building, land donated to Manna’s Market Pantry will move to new site next year Lakewood Baptist Church, which disbanded earlier this year, has donated its church and acreage, locat­ ed at 7180 Velte Road, to Manna’s Market Market in Woodland. Manna’s Market Inc., is a food pantry, clothing bank and baby items pantry serv­ ing all of Barry County as well as parts of Ionia and Eaton counties. Founded by Jayne Flanigan and her husband, Dan Hankins, the market opened its doors Feb. 19, 2007, with a mission to offer provisions and pathways with love and respect to those in need. “Many blessings and thanks to the church for their generous donation,” said Flanigan. Manna’s Market is being assisted in its repurposing efforts by the Demmer Center for Business Transformation, Eli Broad College of Business, Michigan State University, and has received a scholar­ ship for services provided by the center. The market has no paid staff, relying on vol- vLakewood Baptist Church donated its building and land, located across from Lakewood High School, to Manna’s Market after the church disbanded earlier this year. educational and job place­ ment resource, have a com­ mitted financial base, and recruit younger volunteers Manna’s Market has outgrown its current location on Main Street in Woodland. The market provides food, clothing, sundries and baby items to local families in need. unteers. Flanigan, Hankins and volunteer^ are in the process of repurposing the property into a distribution pantry. The estimated cost of the repurposing is close to $100,000, said Flanigan, who plans to be in the new Ideation by June of 2014. With the acquisition of the new building and acreage, The market intends to help restore individuals and fami­ lies. To accomplish this, they will move toward being an YAC roofsit will benefit from the broader geographic area which at present covers 945 square miles in Barry, Eaton and Ionia counties. Visit the website, www.mannasmarket.org or check out the Facebook page for volunteer opportunities. Maple Valley Schools to honor veterans Monday Maple Valley will wel­ come current or former mili­ tary personnel to the high school gymnasium for a Veterans Day celebration Monday, Nov. 1-1, at 9:30 a.m. The celebration will mark the culmination of a unit of study for all sixth, seventh and eighth grade students. Students have come to appreciate the sacrifices made by veterans, as well as the liberties they enjoy as a result of their services, said Dennis Vanderhoeff, teacher and coordinator of the annu­ al event. The celebration will include music, introduction of veterans and speeches by students and military person­ nel. All current and former members of any branch of military service are encour­ aged to attend. The Veterans Day celebra- tion has a rich history at Maple Valley, finding its beginning at Maplewood School, said Vanderhoeff. Last year’s celebration included two World War II veterans. One of them, Ty Stine, participated in the invasion of Normandy Beach. Stine died last week. A reception for all veter­ ans will follow the celebra­ tion. Barry County YMCA The Barry Community Foundation’s Youth Advisory Council is plan­ ning its 13th annual roofsit to benefit the Barry County YMCA. The roofsit will take place Saturday, Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in front of Secondhand Comers in downtown Hastings. Hastings Fiberglass Products will match up to’ $3,000 ofthe funds raised for the roofsit. “We thought by matching contributions, we could get the community excited about raising money for the YMCA and^maximize all of our efforts” said Dave Baum Vermontville United Methodist Women's Craft and Bake Sale 108 N. Main Street Friday,Nov. 15 A Saturday, Nov. 16 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Proceeds to go for Missions at the 4 United Methodist Church L°°ks wEnr/u r Hair • Nails • Tanning November of Hastings . Fiberglass Products. “We have always felt that supporting youth activities is an important part of building a strong commu­ nity for the future.” Airtight Insulation is donating scaffolding for the roofsit. Many area business­ es and individuals have already donated money. Individuals who are inter­ ested in contributing to the YAC roofsit benefiting the Barry County YMCA may visit students at the roofsit Nov. 16 to donate or call Annie Halle at the Barry Community Foundation, 269-945-0526, for more information. YAC is comprised of Barry County residents who are between 13 and 21 years old. Currently, more than 50 kids on the roster from all over Barry County, repre­ senting Delton Kellogg Hastings, Maple Valley and Thomapple Kellogg schools. All Products & Styling Tools Buy 2 Get 1 FREE r&oHyourfest adseason 6>nj, Uyoiur appt today? Stylists: Teri, Lynzie & Amy Sninttaf KE N.RA doiwnima COBBWELLDRIUING (REPAIR • • • • 7 Day Service Pumps Installed & Repaired Service On Submersible Pumps 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 207 N. Main St., Nashville • 517-852-0313 For your convenience, please use back entrance 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Lie. *1748 Maple Valley band members, Mara Pena and Lee Christopher show a sample wreath available for sale. Band students are selling wreaths Maple"Valley band stu­ dents are selling fresh holi­ day wreaths during the month ofNovember. Orders are due by Nov. 18. Forms are available at Step N’ Time Dance Studio, Shell gas station, Goodtime Pizza, Putnam District Library, Grace Community Church and Independent Bank in Vermontville. Order forms are also avail­ able at the Maple Valley High School office during school hours. Contact Steve Rathbum by email, steve@mvband- booster.com or Janel Pena, janel@mvbandbooster.com. Wreaths are $18 with the option of adding a holiday bow for $3 more. Proceeds from the sale will fund various activities including band camp. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, November 9,2013 — Page 3 Maple Valley FFA members attend national convention Maple Valley FFA members (from left) Zach Pixley, Abbey Voight, Meghan Bignail, Travis Rockwell, Sydney Denton, Thomas Harris, Jadelyn Stewart and Marcum Terpening pose on the bank of the Ohio R by Travis Rockwell Maple Valley FFA Reporter Maple Valley FFA sent eight students and one chap- erone to the Natjpnal FFA convention in Louisville Kentucky Oct. 29. The group, along with members from FFA from Hastings, Olivet, Charlotte, Homer and the Branch Area Career Center chapters took Nashville piano students perform for seniors Piano students of Teresa Pash perform for the residents of NorthPointe Woods, a senior living community in Battle Creek. Pash’s students along with students par­ ticipating from Battle Creek are Ava Smith, Eliza Trowbridge, Esther Brooks, Sam Martin, Ben Benedict, Matt Martin, Alexander Trowbridge, Sunny Park, Abby Austin, Autumn Dorsey, Anna Miller, Aidan Aisling, Anya Rankin, Libby Robins and Jake Schott. Residents of NorthPointe Woods a senior living com­ munity in Battle Creek, enjoyed a lovely afternoon of music on Sunday, Oct. 27, said Teresa Pash, piano teacher in Nashville. Pash, president of the Battle Creek Area Music Teachers Association said the associa­ tion sponsors this annual event. A total of 16 piano stu­ dents performed; many in costume for the festive occa­ sion. The students were, DEER HUNTERS We will be open jack & Judy’s ------ S- ( •? A Country Kettle k Cafe . Abby Austin, Ben Benedict, Esther Brookes, Autumn Dorsey, Sunny Park, Matt and Sam Martin, Anna Miller, Aidan Aisling, Anya Rankin, Libby Robins, Ava Robinson, Jake Schott, and Alexander and Eliza Trowbridge. Local BCAMTA teachers represented were, Helga Carpenter and Ellen Tipton (Battle Creek) and Pash. Friday the 15th at 5:00 a.m. Deer Hunter’s Special CHECK OUT OUR EARLY RIRD BREAKFAST SPECIALS & DAILY SPECIALS MON.-FRI. - rffc —06826238 for the photo. a charter bus to the conven­ tion. , , . On the way to Louisville, they stopped in Indiana to tour Sechler’s ’s Pickle Factory. The first stop in Louisville was to the Louisville Slugger Museum, where they learned how a wooden bat was made in the old days, and modem times, along with a baseball memo­ rabilia museum. The mem­ bers then had the opportunity to tour the Ohio River fossil .beds and later enjoy dinner at the Buckhead Mountain Grill on the bank of the Ohio River. A tour-of the Marengo Caves in Indiana was the first main activity Wednesday. Afterward, the group visited Harvest Moon Dairy farm for lunch and a tour. That evening, they attended a concert opened by Jana Kramer and headlined by Dierks Bentley. Over the next few days, the group — which included Meghan Bignail, Sydney Denton, Thomas Harris, Zach Pixley, Travis HASTINGS 4 I'. UlliirilT,,V. .UliAiilLTITVY 269-205-4900 Downtown Hastings on State St. BTERS G»Q-T.I..c.o.m— and on Facebook I BARGAIN TWILIGHT ZChEU anUnU 0AILY 4:00-6:00 PM * 3D Rockwell, Jadelyn Stewart, Marcum Terpening, Abbey Voigt and Maple Valley FFA Advisor Aaron Saari — attended the national con­ vention where more than 57,000 FFA members and guests were present. The convention had members from every state as well as Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Members attended leadership work­ shops, heard from guest speakers, one of whom was NCAA and former NBA coach Rick Pitino. Pitino talked on several points and about his new book, The One Day Contract. All members enjoyed listening to his mes­ sage. Students also were able to visit the National FFA Career show, which had dis­ plays and information from numerous colleges and com­ panies such as John Deere, 06826331 37 Case IH, Ford, Chevy, and several others. Jaime Curth, Jenniffer and Nicole Porter and Chloe Babcock, all former Maple Valley FFA members, received American Degrees Saturday, Nov. 2. The American Degree is the highest degree awarded to FFA members in the United States. They were among 300 FFA' members in the U.S. to receive the degree. Overall, the members enjoyed their experience at the national convention. Meghan Bigrtall-said, “The convention was a great experience,” said Meghan Bignail. “I got to meet FFA members from around the entire country, see motivational speakers, talk to several large agricul­ tural companies and learn a lot. It was definitely an expe­ rience I will not forget.” CURRENTY ONLINE AUCTION RUNS THRU 8:00 p.m. lUes. 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Plus our *1.99 Specials \, Jaime Curth (left) and Chloe Babcock receive American FFA degrees. Jenniffer Porter and Nicole Porter also received American FFA degrees, but were not available 4 The Place to Gofor Professional Styling We're hooking up fastfor holiday appointments so call today and book with: MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday Amanda Decker (Cosmetologist) S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 150 S. Main, Vermontville 1-517-852-9481 □£ * 06799647 hjt Kathy Tirrell (Cosmetologist) Gloria Rolfe (Nail Tech) A4 » w »♦ » r t r t tt * -Ml 517-726-1506 Salon Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10-5; Sat. 10-2 �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, November 9, 2013 Tyrus Gilbert Stine Barbara Jean (Gould) Hawblitz BATTLE CREEK, MI Barbara Jean (Gould) Hawblitz, age 76, of Battle Creek, went home in the lov­ ing arms of her Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 3, 2013, after a courageous seven year battle with cancer. Barb was bom August 18, 1937, at Community Hospital in Battle Creek to Gaylord Wayne and Esther (Hoffman) Gould. She grew up in Nashville across from Wilcox Cemetery and was a 1956 graduate of Nashville High School. She attended Kellogg Community College, study­ ing court recording. Barb was employed in the Credit and Collection Department at the Kellogg Company for 20 years, retir­ ing in 1994. Her first job was working on the grounds at Wilcox Cemetery. She also worked at the former Neumode Hosiery Shop and the J.C. Penney Store in downtown Battle Creek. Barbara Jean Gould was united in marriage to Larry V. Hawblitz in Nashville, on September 22, 1956. Surviving are Larry, her husband of 57 years; two sons, David (Cathy) Hawblitz of LaVemia, TX and Kevin (Julie) Hawblitz of Madison, AL; three daughters, Cheryl (Chris) Magers ofEast Leroy, Kim (Roger) Pitzer of Springport and Terrese Stenman of Battle Creek; 12 grandchildren; 15 great­ grandchildren, a brother, Wayne (Sherry) Gould of Nashville, three sisters, Betty (James ) Pierce and Beverly (Tom) Oleson all of Nashville, and Loretta (Wayne) Neil 'of Battle Creek; a brother-in-law, Blair (Leila) Hawblitz of Nashville; a sister-in-law, Ortha Hawblitz Bishop of Battle Creek; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews and their families. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Alice Gould Dingman and her great­ granddaughter, Baylee Stenman. Barb was a longtime mem­ ber of Calvary Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday school and was a vol­ unteer for M.O.P.S. She was the A.B.W.A. 1995 Woman of the Year. Barbara was a volunteer at Bronson Battle Creek, a Campfire Leader, member of the Y Women’s Fitness Center, Pennfield Band and Athletic Booster and 24-Hour Bike Challenge Volunteer. She was an avid biker; enjoyed watching her children’s and grandchil­ dren’s activities, cooking, humming birds, wintering in Florida for many years and cheering for the University of Michigan. Funeral services were offi­ ciated by Pastor Tom Townsend at Calvary Baptist Church, Wednesday, November 6, 2013. Interment was held at Wilcox Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Y Women’s Fitness Center, Calvary Baptist Church or the American Cancer Society. Personal messages for the family may be placed at www.farleyestesdowdle.com. Arrangements made by Farley-Estes & Dowdle Funeral Home. VERMONTVILLE, MI Tyrus Gilbert Stine, age 88, of Vermontville, ’ died Sunday, November 3, 2013. Mr. Stine was bom July 12, 1925 in Altona, the son of Guy and Ona (Thompkins) Stine. Tyrus served in World War II as a Marine and went ashore in the third wave on Iwo Jima. He retired from Fisher Body after 30 years and was a member of UAW Local 602. His family will always cherish their memories of Ty in the outdoors fishing, and hunting whether it was for deer or mushrooms. His gar­ den grew enough for every­ one especially those who did­ n’t have one. Ty also loved a good game of cards, horse­ shoes and his handheld poker game. His favorite music was Polka and classic country western music. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Laurene and their children: Daniel (Pam) Stine of Charlotte, Stephen (Patricia) Stine of Charlotte, Cynthia (Jackie) Littlejohn of Lansing, and Wayne (Pam Carpenter) Stine of Vermontville; nine grandchil­ dren, Darrel Stine, Brent (Sarah) Stine, Leigh (Sean) on Wednesday, November 6, Jeric, Joy (Gabe ) Priddy, 2013 at Pray Funeral Home Dawn Stine, Shannon and with Pastor Dan Smith offici­ Jerrod Beebe, Cassey and Ty ating. Interment was at Stine; 13 great-grandchildren Woodlawn Cemetery, and another one on the way; Vermontville. and brother, Jack Stine. If desired memorial contri­ He was preceded in death butions may be made to the by his parents, Guy and Ona Michigan Heart Association. Stine; his siblings, Cecil The family is in the care of Stine, Lucille Corey, Gerald Pray Funeral Home of Stine, Elizabeth Hopkins, Charlotte. Family and friends Ada Allen, Martha Calhoun, are encouraged to leave Arlene Burt, Danny Stine, remembrances and condo­ Grethel Bearman and Carl lences in Tyrus’ Book of Stine. Memories at www.prayfunerFuneral services were held al.com June Irene Becraf CHARlotte, MI June Irene Becraft, age 90, of Charlotte, passed away October 30, 2013 at the Golden Days II Adult Foster Care in Charlotte. June was bom June 9,1923 in Chester Township to John and Thewey (Woodmansee) Lentz. She grew up in Vermontville, and graduated from Vermontville High School in 1941. In 1940, she married the love of her life, Ivan Becraft, and together they raised two lovely chil­ dren. June loved being a homemaker and taking care of her family. She was a member of the Gresham United Methodist Church, the West Chester Extension Group, Farm Bureau, NFO, the Gresham UMW, and the Friendship Club. She enjoyed being a 4­ H Leader for her children and supporting her grandchildren and great grandchildren in all of their 4-H endeavors. June enjoyed baking. She made the best sugar cookies, molasses cookies and baked beans. She also crocheted and made all the members of her family afghans. She is survived by her son, Gary (Mary) Becraft of Grand Ledge; five grandchil­ dren - Jeff (Luz) Fassett of Marathon, FL, Denise (Jon) Pelletier of Olivet, MI, Bryan Fassett of Charlotte, Carleen Foltz of Wauseon, OH and Lentz (Jenny) Becraft of Mattawan, MI; 12 great grandchildren - Joel, Lacey, Austin, Kevm, Erica, Jenessa, Stacy, Jacey, Ben, Christopher, Lauren and Dylan; and three great great grandchildren. She is predeceased by her loving husband, Ivan Becraft, in 1993, her daughter and son-in-law Gloria and Gaylord Fassett in 1998; sis­ ter Leona Becraft in 1970, brother-in-law Francis Becraft in 1993, and niece Barbara Becraft in 1987. Visitation will be held Friday, November 15, from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 16, 2013 at 11 a.m. at Pray Funeral Home with Pastor Duane Royston officiating. Interment will be. in West Carmel Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gresham United Methodist Church. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condo­ lences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News action ads! HAPPY VETERANS’ DAY TO OUR MILITARYI Honoring with Pride P/FC Thomas James "TJ" Bentley Vermontville, MI Serving in the US Army, Afghanistan We love and miss you, Bubba! Your Family & Friends �Just Sap ‘A* Ad'.ensed in *a Mtopte VMey Meas’ Saartay Noveraher 9.2013 — Page 5 Vermontville’s Heritage Village home to various hotels over the years hotel was at the southwest comer of South Main and Second streets. It was owned by several persons, including a Mr. Sherman. Alf Boggs Warren French, a Mr. Helm and Mr Cook. It was later used as a funeral home by Mr and Mrs Kenneth Ward, It is pramndy the rendcace of Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Trowbridge. United Way seeking applicants for funding This excerpt from Vermontville’s Heritage sponsored by the Vermontville Historical Society was written in 1986. )<®tM USati,in mM SI) I find taltetob k ihktsi tatlujuds UU tauhri n|ta Ondtan iltad M *• taW OWa K&ta W"«’ tOHal H? * ’ IkiUM**" l!|rt kK"?ll“ The home of Wells Martin could be called the first hotel in Vermontville. Mr. Wells was one of the original colonists who came to this area with his wife and baby from Bennington, Vt., May 25. 1838. The Wellses kept overnight travelers in their home for $2 per annum license. This home is located at 237 S. Main St. Another hotel was on the upper floor of a brick build­ ing in the business block, where the Standard Oil Station now stands and is owned by the Dancer family who were the parents of Mrs. Edward Barber. This build­ ing burned with the first opera house in 1890. The New England Hotel was a huge three-story struc­ ture built expressly as a hotel. It was located just north of the Academy. On July 4, (859. the first dance ever held in Vermontville occurred in the hotel. The dance caused deep grief to some of the older Congrcgationalists because of their religious beliefs. The New Eng land Hotel was later known as the Follett House and later still as the Park Hotel. It was built in 1853 by James Tufford and later owned by S.A. Gunn, the Marble family and by Arthur Allen. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A 9PMMM CtaiNft Moo*ng at *w Mapto Lart Grange Hwy M48 *ou*i ot Aaayrt* M Natfrrtte. Ml 49073 Sun Prato* * WtoraAM *o 30 art#00 pm, WM 830pm Jmm 0*6 tor boy* * gkto ag** *-12 Partora Dawd A Rea* MacDonald An oaato of Goda Mwa "Wwra Everyone to Someone Special * For MonMton cat i-atm-siM ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH SOS Rood St. NaaAvtoe Sunday School 10 am Sunday AM Worahto ” ** Evening Wtorahto..... .......... 6 WKtoeodey Evening Player Moo*ng . 7 pm CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Firtar SL. Natowtoo Sunday School 9 45am Sunday AM Wbrahto PM WtoraNp 1 am 6pm WMaodey Evening Worship ................... .7pm REV ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. WrmontvtoaHwy Sunday School >46 Homing Vfortf<*> 11 Evening WOrtNp 6 Wttowadey FaraPy MgM Service 646 p PASTOR MARC S. LMNGSTON Phene 543-54*8 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E Pettine Rd Comer to Raaatna A Crwrah Roada Raatoaaato toted* an titonil Church Service........................... 9 am Sunday School.................. 10 30 am pantry RoMato tout) Group*. Btoia Study and many <Mher acOvmes Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER VIRGINIA HELLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110S MMSU VMngnMto. Ml 400M (517)7260896 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG WUd 530 pm 600-715 Sen 900 1900....... 1100. Family Sucper RcMtoCtob Sunday School Qaach Sendee FtftoMNp Some of the entries in the hotel register of 1894 and 1895 show persons staying there from New York City, Buffalo, Chicago, Toledo, Kalamazoo and Battle Creek as well as Charlotte. Nashville. Chester and other local communities. Some of the penmanship in the register is very ornate and was probably written with quill pens. The three-story hotel was tom down several years ago and for some years was the location of a gas station man­ aged by Roy Weeks. Gary Reed, Nick Gordenski and Harold "Pete” Ames. It is now the location of O’Dell's Wrecker Service and Garage. Another building used as a GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8960 East M-70 Highway. Nashvtoe Morning CetobraMn. * 6 10 30am Ccroamporary Service, Retovent Pmcttcai Teaching. Nursery. Children s Classes. Ybuth Group. Adlrt Small Groups, Leadership Traknang PASTOR DON ROSCOE Phone (517)852-1763 The Barry Gounty United Way allocations applications are now available for the 2014-15 funding year. Agencies applying for funding must be health and human services 5OI(c)3 charitable organizations as determined by the Internal Revenue Service or be a 501(c) incorporated in the state of Michigan. The not-for-profit agency must provide services to Barry County residents in one of the four funding areas: Helping youths achieve their full potential; supporting families to achieve well being and suc­ cess; helping senior adults find support and maintain independence; and address NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 PNRm Si. MettaRe 5505 North MUffiken Road. Charlotte one art* north oC HmMnMto May l 517-7260626 SwidBy MBmng WUrtorp 930 are CNMrens Sunday SchNt 930 am AM Sunday School' 1050am iwtod uvmortsr woman 3rd Thursday. 1230 pm KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Wurtorp 9.45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FE1GHNER 517-652-1560 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Ctoamdate Rood neaM6Mtot*46 la antotMttotokrM Sunday Schod..................... 10am AM Service ...................11:15 am PM Service ..............................6 pm PASTOR GEORGE GAY person. Agencies have the oppor­ tunity to apply for available funding through the alloca­ tions process that begins with filling out the application. Submissions are due by 5 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School AM Service PM Service Wed Service >46 am. M-79 West .................... 11am Worship 1136am 6pm PASTOR JERRY BUKOSM 7pm 517-660-19*0 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DE ANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE a m*8 grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ing urgent and emerging needs in Barry County. Last year, residents of Barry County utilized servic­ es of United Way and its partner agencies more than 94.000 times. This is due to the contributions that are made throughout the United Way campaign currently underway in the community. "This is a great way to give one gin and have it impact so many agencies and programs.” said Courtney Collison, allocations chair­ NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPEHDEHT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Roed p.m. Thursday, Dec 5, and are available at the Barry County United Way office located at 231 S. Broadway. Hastings, or online at www.bcunitedway.org under the “News" tab at the top of die page. More than 30 local volun­ teers divide into groups to meet with the applicants to evaluate the health and human services care pro­ grams. including how suc­ cessful they are in improving the lives of residents through measurable resuIts. For more information, call Barry County United Way Executive Director Lani Forbes. 269-945-4010. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N State. Naehvtte Sunday Mass 930 am MIX* MCtMMD M1M A nvaeron of St Rose CrrthoCc Church, MaMng* VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N Mam 3l, Wrmrmrvtoa Sunday School 9:45 am Worship Service ... ..Ham Sunday Erarena Service . * pm Wiad E ner-iirg Senrfca .6:30 pm AWANA 6 30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E SMITH Sunday Servian* WbrtMp Service Sunday School 930 am ..11:15 am MSTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-852-2043 9:15 am Morning Prayer 1100 am Hofy Communion For more mtormaiton cat 795-2370 or Rt Rw David Item to* 946-9327 TradMonal i960 Booh at Common Prayer used tor a* **n*o*a PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6OQ E M-79 M@raep 4 atom eeto «t Nashvtoe (ccr. M-79 * BanyvAe Rd) Sunday WbrtNp .8:30 am 0*wr Prayer WMl UM Women, Bible Study Mission Projects * more PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Cpen Mlnds-Open Doors RT REV DAVDHUSTWKK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kafamo Mgpwey 8 tort* Rd Sunday AM Worship 1030 am Evening Wbrship ........ 6 pm Wednesday Craning at 6 pm PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517)862-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Mam, Marmorevtte 517-726-0626 Adult and Ito* fcrday School: *30 are Sunday Morning Yfershp: n 00 a.m. uI tne>m^^Q4 wfrrrtat UtatenrMtaMr 2nd Tuawtry 700 pm PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-728-0626 WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominalionai) 1011 E. VarmonMBa M*y Sunday School 900 am Sunday Warship 1000 am PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 289-763-3120 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 9, 2013 66 Unique Antiques is open for business 66 Unique nque Antiques n ques iss open for or business usness inn downtown ownown Nashville. asv e. The e store sore iss the e former Bliss factory located across the street from Maple Valley Pharmacy, 220 N Main St. Mike Fetterhoff and Amber Sulcs, owners of 66 Unique Antiques, are open for busi­ ness. The couple and their three daughters, Eliza (from left) Lillian and Veronica pose with a holiday pumpkin. by Shari Carney Staff Writer Something for everyone with an eye to the past is awaiting visitors of 66 Unique Antiques. The estab­ lishment offers a wide vari­ ety of antiques, collectibles and crafts said owners Mike Fetterhoff and Amber Sulcs. The couple have readied the former Bliss factory on Main Street in Nashville to acco­ modate the 34 vendors cur­ rently exhibiting; A wood stove, Coca Cola memorabilia, vintage cloth­ ing, paintings, repurposed furniture and glassware are immediately seen upon entering the establishment. A walk down the aisles reveals comic books, antique toys, action figures, sports cards and a host of other specialty items. Fenton glassware is one of the many finds at 66 Unique Antiques. The newly opened establishment has 34 vendor booths with plans to double in size. Shop Local & Save* we Have What You Need. • Hunting & Fishing Licenses • • • • • Ammunition Muzzle Loader Supplies Scents • Bait • Tackle Custom Arrow Fletching Boots • Turkey calls Hhometowni 1.3 LUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 219 S. State in Nashville *. 852-0882 Lillian Fetterhoff points to a hand-painted milk jug for sale at 66 Unique Antiques. The object is from Hershey, Pennsylvania and was painted by the Amish at least 60 years ago. - �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 9,2013 — Page 7 EATON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE NEWS By Sheriff Tom Reich This interior picture of 66 Unique Antiques captures less than half of the offerings. With 34 booths to date,,owners Mike Fetterhoff and Amber Sulcs plan to double the floor space by readying the upper level for even more antiques, collectibles and crafts. From previous page Vendors are now on a waiting list and the upper level is- hurriedly being prepped. This will double the floor space, said Fetterhoff who added there has been a lot of traffic in the shop. Initially the vendor sets up their display and then restocks items as needed but Fetterhoff and Sulcs handle sales and mind the store. A website is being developed where vendors will be able to track their sales. “We inspect items, do appraisals, help set prices, tag items and position them,” sajdj’etterhoff. 66 Unique Antiques has a Facebook page; online pres­ ence, www.66uniqueantiques.weebly.com; and list­ ings on Craigs List. They have advertised in local newspapers and hung flyers in neighboring communities to spread the word. Current vendors are from Haslett, DeWitt, Charlotte, Hastings, Lake Odessa, Nashville, Vermontville, Lansing, Mason and beyond. Some of the reactions heard by the couple as A recent joint training exercise to practice a coordi­ nated response to an active violence incident combined the efforts of actors from the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Explorer Post, members of the patrol staff and special response team, along with staff from the Lansing Mall security, Delta Township Fire Department, and the Eaton County Central Dispatch. The training scenario, held at the mall, simulated a shooting involving several suspects and multiple vic­ tims. Agencies practiced portions of their response plan as the scenario pro­ gressed. To minimize the loss of life during an actively violent incident, it is critically important to have strong response plans in place, and to have practiced those plans. An exercise such as this allows us to test and improve existing plans, practice coor­ dinating a response involving multiple agencies to be better prepared and more effective should a tragic event occur in this area. I commend all who made this training exercise possi­ ble, and thank them for their hard work and commitment to keeping us all safe. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Nov. 11 Nov. 14 Nov. 15. Nov. 18 Nov. 21 Nov. 28-29 Dec. 5 Nashville sign is from the railroad days of the late 1800s. The sign is for sale at 66 Unique Antiques. browsers visit the store are, “Amazing ... Oh my God, I remember this ... this is from my childhood ...” This is really cool to us, said Fetterhoff, we are anoth­ er attraction in town and when finished there will be 9000 square feet bf items. A Christmas open house is being planned for later in November. 66 Unique Antiques is open Tuesday,10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Wednesday, noon to 7 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The store is closed Sunday. For more information call 517-852-9080. Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC Hastings 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Barry Community Enrichment Center Re-enrollment deadline. Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office Dog Developmental Committee'Meeting, 7 p.m. (?), Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Hastings Extension Office closed for Thanksgiving holiday Fair Board Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center NEW CRAFT STORE OPENING The Seasonal Qo-Op jJi 301 S. 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Call (269) 945-9554 to sell your unwanted stuff with a classified ad in this paper. THANK YOU Thank you to Ready To Grow Childcare (Dan & Jen­ nifer Lundquist) for having Halloween in Central Park. Thank you also.to: Little's Country Store Jeff & Laurie Little Karen & Mike Snyder ■ Gloria Goodner Greenlight Driving School Gary & Bonnie White Lee Lundquist Jim & Janet Jarman Terry & Elena Zoerman Mooville Anonymous Donor We had a great time, thanks again Nashville on Route 66 Volunteer Group BASEMENT WATERPROOFING: PROFESSIONAL BASEMENT SERV­ ICES waterproofing, crack repair, mold remediation. Local/licensed. Free estimates. (517)290-5556. Real Estate VERMONTVILLE: Comer lot. Water & sewer to lot. Approx. 137ft.X75ft., terrific buy. (269)945-4404 ______ Farm $$GET WEIGHED- GET PAID$$ for scrap metals, car bodies, mixed metals, raditors, alum, wheels, batteries and more. Go Go Auto Part, Delton (269)623-2775 gogoautoparts.com 2357773153434830 Saturday November 16th, 2013,2 p.m. start at Duey's Corner Market, Vermontville, Ml Brought to you by The Eaton County Branch QDMA, Duey's Corner Market, Riverside Oak Furniture, MUDDY, DARTON, and SOTV The biggest buck in both the Adult and Youth Catagories WIN! ALL deer killed, & tagged, during Michigan's deer seasons prior to 10/17/2013 will be entered to win a MUDDY 20' Archer Ladderstand. • Biggest Buck (Adult) -MUDDY hang on tree stand and ladder sticks • Biggest Buck (Youth) - Darton Ranger Bow Pkg. Other great prizes will also be available!! I WINNERS ANNOUNCED AT THE CLOSE OF THE EVENT ON NOVEMBER 16th For deer killed prior to the event (youth and archery seasons) simply present the LOWER RIGHT JAWBONE with tag from legally harvested deer. If the deer is an antlered buck, also present the antlers for entry in the contest at the event.This event is an authorized MDNR check station and all bio information collected will be forwarded to the MDNR. Those hunters providing jawbones and antler measurements will be eligible for a MICHIGAN "SUCCESSFUL HUNTER" PATCH. Questions? Call: Tony Smith 517-231 -9107 or email QDMAIVIAN@yahoo.com �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 9, 2013 Memories of the Past Old school publication tells of barn party fun, chicken di Voyle Varney. If you do not like to cry, this play will not please, you for little Virginia Tailman (Wild Ginger played by Jean Roe) has a hard row to hoe ... The play has more human interest than any play that we have read in some time and is funnier than a Latin class on a day’s vacation. The chorus between acts is com­ posed of Betty Lentz, Georgia Gribbin, Marguerite Hynes, Arleta Swift, Vivian Appelman, Geraldine Hecker, Wilma Fuller, Marquita Brumm, Avis Gage, Nellie Hayes, Vada Belson, Agnes Douse and This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Nov. 8, 1983. She wrote: Last October, we presented a Memories story based on the first issue ofThe Informant, a Nashville High School paper that made its debut Oct. 12, 1931. Since we had a good number offavorable comments on thatpiecefrom readers who were NHS stu­ dents ofthat era, we prom­ ised to do additional Memories articles usingfur­ ther issues of the school newspaper. Today’s piece features excerpts from The Informant published Nov. 9, 1931, exactly 52 years ago tomorrow. We hope it recalls an abundance ofpleasant memories for many of our readers.) Marjorie Gillett. These peo­ ple will be costumed to please the eye of a king and will sing in competition to. Lily Ponds or any opera singer present. BIG PEP SESSION WILL BE HELD FOR LAST HOME GAME WITH POTTERVILLE At seven-fifteen o’clock Thursday, Nov. 12, the band and student body, with the townspeople, will gather on Main Street for a short pep session and from there will proceed in a body to the foot­ ball field where two large bonfires will be burning. ‘WILD GINGER,’ HIGH SCHOOL PLAY, WILL BE STAGED FOR BENEFIT OF THE INFORMANT The all-high-school come­ dy drama “Wild Ginger” will be presented for two nights, Nov. 19 and 20, beginning at eight-fifteen o’clock. For some time, a number of stu­ dents in our midst have been mysteriously meeting in vacant rooms and coming to the schoolhouse at night to practice on this three-act play ... The following people are in the cast and will give you everything they have so that you will enjoy yourself: Jean Roe, Kenneth Roscoe, George Wotring, Vivian Roe, Russel Partridge, Harold Wenger, Connie Rothaar, Helen Maurer, Inez Nesbitt, Louise Lentz and A big social event each fall at Nashville High School was the annual junior senior hunt and banquet. Usually staged in October, the hunt involved the senior class hid­ ing en masse somewhere in the village on a specific night. If the juniors failed to find them within an allotted time, they were obliged to treat the upper classmen to a ban­ quet at a later date. If found, the seniors were hosts of the dinner. The juniors fulfilled their obligation Nov. 10, 1931. Here, a gala time will com­ plete the evening’s entertain­ ment ... Let’s everybody come to the big pep meeting and then see those boys (many of whom graduate in June) play their last home game Friday. DINNER DANCE DATE ANNOUNCED TO SENIORS The annualjunior and sen-' ior hunt banquet will be Tuesday, Nov. 10, at the Odd Fellows Hall... Seventy-five invitations have been -sent, eight members of the faculty and the junior and senior classes ... The sophomore boys and girls have consented to serve that delicious fried chicken to those honorable seniors. The mothers of the juniors have offered their assistance in preparing the menu. The remainder of the evening will be spent in dancing. Milsic will be fur­ nished by the Orthophonic from the local Star theater. The Halloween party Saturday evening at Riverside Park was well attended ... The parade marched from the school­ house to the. park The prize for the funniest couple was given to Elmer Gillett and Dorr Webb. Leva Webb received the prize for the funniest dressed girl, and George Gillett received the reward for the funniest dressed boy. Mrs. Johnson was awarded the prize for the funniest masked woman. Mrs. Tuttle received the prize for guessing Seth I. Zemer and E.L: Kane as the two masked businessmen. The boys and girls spent an enjoyable evening play­ ing games and eating frank­ furters and buns around the bonfire. Everyone who par­ ticipated wished to thank the chamber of commerce for the splendid time they had. OUR FACULTY HAS HALLOWEEN PARTY ANNOUNCEMENT The first issue of The Informant Oct. 12, 1931, told of a break for taxpayers in the Nashville school district. A month later, news in the school paper was of Halloween festivities, Armistice Day plans and a football victory over Bellevue. With this issue, one hun­ dred more copies are added to The Informant circulation. These will be used to more thoroughly circulate throughout the rural districts. Already, we are canvassing about six miles in. all direc­ tions. BIG PARTY BIG SUCCESS ATTENTION RETIREES Earn EXTRA CASH! LIVERINC LOCAL PAPERS LOCAL PAPERS NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR WALKING & DRIVING ROUTES EARN A WEEKLY BASE PAY ... ... plus Insert Pay. ranter The People Paper1 WE THANK YOU. Apply in person at... 1351 North M-43 Hwy., Hastings, Michigan The bam party given Friday night, Oct. 23, by Edna Riche and Mary Wilkes, assisted by the jun­ iors, proved to be a great success ... About 135 attend­ ed. What gay attires! Costumes of all kinds parad­ ed the dance floor. The bam was decorated very effec­ tively with orange and black crepe paper, comstalks and pumpkins. In one comer stood the form of a lady ... dressed in white, with a pumpkin head and proved to be a very wonderful partner for some of the boys. • Hot-dogs and pop were sold by the juniors for refreshments. A Philco radio from Marble’s store provid­ ed music... The faculty of Nashville public school was enter­ tained Tuesday at the home of Mrs. Elsie Fumiss by Mr. and Mrs. J.B. VanDeventer, Misses Mainone and Cramer and Messrs. Reed and Smith, in honor of Halloween. The home was decorated in black and orange ... The program consisted ofmany games and contests, such as bobbing for apples, the prize being won by Mr. Reed; doughnut on a string, with Mrs. Roe, Mr. Reed, Miss Caley and Mr. Wallace carrying off the prizes; limericks, in which Mrs. Bean was given the prize; the cat contest, with prizes given to Mr. Wallace and Mr. Reed; and Mrs. Bean, Miss Caley and Mrs. Butler proved to be the most intelligent by winning the intelligence contest ... MAGICIAN ENTERTAINED US FRIDAY MORNING Friday morning, during the second period, the school was entertained by Marajah, Hindu magician. His tricks caused a lot of surprise and laughter among the students and teachers. One of the tricks that was well received by the audi­ ence was when he miracu­ lously made vanilla ice cream from tissue paper, and in order to prove to the stu­ dents that it was good and not poison, Mr. VanDeventer was ordered to taste it Judging by the swift­ ness of time in which it was Continued next page ATTENTION VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE RESIDENTS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING A Planning Commission Public Hearing has been sched­ uled for 6:30pm, Tuesday, November 12, 2013, at the Vermontville Village Office, 121 Eastside Drive. THE SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING WILL BE CHANG­ ING LAUNDROMAT AND VEHICLE REPAIR SHOP USES FROM SPECIAL LAND USE APPLICATION PERMIT TO USE BY RIGHT PERMIT. If you would prefer to send written comments for consid­ eration, please forward them prior to the public meeting to the Village of Vermontville, attention: Village Clerk, at the above address. If you have special heeds associated with your attendance at the hearing, please call the Village at 517-726-1429 so that a reasonable effort can be made to accommodate your needs. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 9, 2013 — Page 9 From previous page From Our Readers gone, it must have been good. Paul Pennock was a little dubious as to whether he should have let his expensive [98-cent] watch out of care when Kenneth Roscoe very obligingly pounded it up with an Indian club at the Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Sexton contract raises questions To the editor: history, and I would like to I am writing in regard to hear how others feel about the article in the Nov. 2 the issues concerning the After a few magical words Maple Valley News about cemetery. and a seiarch, however, it was Allan Gardner walking out found whole and ticking as sexton of our township Sandra Hosey, merrily in Alice Fuller’s cemetery. The article gave Vermontville, stocking. She seemed 'as figures for the differences of mystified as everyone else what Mr. Gardner wanted as when it was found ... pay for services rendered and An admission charge of 10 what the township was will­ cents was collected, ofwhich ing to pay. The article never total one-third goes to the stated if the sexton would be school’s general fund to be paying for his own insur­ drawn on by the athletic ance, using his own equip­ association or The Informant. ment and paying for his own IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE gas for doing thejob. I would NASHVILLE BOYS BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE like to know what each side TROUNCE BELLEVUE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT was bringing to the table on OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. t this issue. MORTGAGE SALE - Default The local boys overI have written a letter to has been made in the conditions whelmed the Bellevue aggre­ the township requesting the of a mortgage made by Linda S. gation on their field for a financial records for the Ferris and Roland L. Ferris, Wife decisive victory of 25 to 13. and Husband, to Mortgage cemetery to see for myself Electronic Registration Systems, Starting to score in the why a compromise could not Inc., as nominee for CMGM Inc., first quarter, but losing the be met with Mr. Gardner. its successors or assigns, lead after an exchange of My husband’s family is Mortgagee, dated August 9,2006 punts, the local gridders buried there. I have visited and recorded August 15, 2006 in Instrument Number 1168634, came from behind to gather the cemetery numerous times Barry County Records, Michigan. up the ends and walk away and have found it very well Said mortgage is now held by Ally with two touchdowns-in the maintained. I understand that Bank by assignment. There is third and fourth periods. Mr. Gardner is a local man claimed to be 'due at the date Barney, our worthy field and has family buried there. hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand Nine general, was severly hurt To me, his work at the ceme­ Hundred Nineteen and 91/100 Lina (Roe) Tuttle, wife of Nashville banker Carl Tuttle, while making an end run. Up tery has showed love of the Dollars ($175,919.91) Including to that time, he had worked was a prize winner in a 1931 community Halloween job and a desire to give fam- interest at 2.93% per annum. his warriors strenuously for party for correctly guessing the identity of two masked ilies a feeling of care and Under the power of sale con­ long gains ... tained in said mortgage and the local businessmen in attendance. The Informant report- concern for their loved ones. statute in such case made' and ed on the event at Riverside Park that was sponsored Do you think we would provided, notice is hereby given NHS FOOTBALL BOYS SEE by the chamber of commerce and included a costume get this kind of dedication that said mortgage will be fore­ COLLEGE GAME" parade from the school, to the old athletic field. from a big company or an closed by a sale of the mort­ individual not from our area? gaged premises, dr some part of Coach Arlie Reed gave the This cemetery is a very them, at public vendue at the University and Central tering E.T. Paul marches. place of holding the circuit court boys a treat Saturday, Oct. LaVern DeWitt is seen important part of our com­ within Barry County., Michigan at 31, that all shall long remem­ Michigan University, respec­ munity and Vermontville ’ s tively.] 1:00 PM on DECEMBER 12, often about town. He is still ber. Mr. Reed managed it so 2013. Although the game was a interested in mechanics. that all the football squad Said premises are located in walk-away for Central State, Emily Decker is keeping had tickets and good seats to the. Township of Johnstown, all of Nashville High’s grid­ house for Lynn Mix now. Barry County, Michigan, and are watch the Central State iron warriors saw many ways They were married just after described as: Teachers College overwhelm Real property in the Township to improve their own playing school was out. the boys from Detroit City of Johnstown, County of Barry, College [the schools in 2013 State of Michigan, and is JUNIOR HIGH LOSES TO are known as Wayne State described as follows:A parcel of ALUMNI NOTES BY QUAILTRAP land in the Southwest 1/4 of PATRICIA MCNITT Section 9, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, described as beginning at The junior high school of To the editor: Communists and socialists a point North 15’ 30' West 295.6 Ceylon Garlinger has been Nashville was defeated in a have always known that the feet from a point on the South line driving a Fordson across the seven-inning game with of said Section 9, distant 1005.5 fields of his father’s farm Quailtrap school. The final fastest and surest way to feet West of the Southeast comer move a country into social ­ this fall. He is not sure score was 17 to 15. of said Section 9, and running [Diamante pitched for ism is through socializing thence North 15’ 30' West 91 whether he will continue Nashville and Dorr Manning medicine, that is, by putting a feet; thence North 68° 30' East farming orjoin the Navy. country’s health care system 256.1 feet to the shore of Bristol Doug DeCamp is taking for the rural school.] Lake; thence South 61’ 36' East under government control. business in a big way at along shore 75 feet; thence OFFERING COMPLETE This will be Faith and Grand Rapids in Davenpott ARMISTICE DAY PRO­ South 62J 55' West 316.2 feet to WATER & WELL Freedom’s primary focus the place of beginning. Mclachlan Institute. Its quite GRAM AT METHODIST DRILLING & PUMP because ObamaCare truly is The redemption period shall be a ways away, but he did get CHURCH one of the gravest threats to b months from the date of such SALES & SERVICE home to take Wilma on a sale, unless determined aban­ weenie roast the other day. In n keeping eepngw with thee date ae, freedom our nation has faced. doned in accordance with MCLA 4” TO 12” WELLS an Armistice Day program Stop and think, let ’ s hope we Edythe Hicks is staying in §600.3241 a, in which case the • Residential Nashville until January when will be held‘at the Methodist will still have land ofthe free. redemption period shall be 30 request of the magician. LEGAL NOTICE Health care plan is dangerous EWING WELL DRILLING INC. • 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. she expects to go to Grand Rapids and study nursing at Butterworth Hospital. Ronald Graham still plays the piano as well as ever. He spends his time “Daniel Booning” around and mas- Church at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11. The American Legion, Women’s Literary Club, school and churches will offer the pro­ gram. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE CENTER Your Local GM Automotive Specialists LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON IVI-79 Our Diagnostic Computer Software is Compatible With Ail Makes tr Models (517) 726-0088 10076 0076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE toJO 8 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa Pat Warner, 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 discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, familial status, national origin/ age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the'age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity­ basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. eff Dobbin, ASE Master Technician 24 HOUR TOWINC SERVICE AVAILABLE 06799859 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. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys' the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale dr to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ erty, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: November 9, 2013 Orians Associates, P.C.. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 13-016004 (11-09)(11-30) 06826233 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on December 27, 2004, by Charles W. Rice, Jr. and Linda L. Rice (a/k/a Linda L. Snyder), husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on January 5, 2005, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1139698, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated January 17, 2012, record­ ed on January 26, 2012, in Instrument Number 201201260000908, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Nineteen Thousand Six Hundred TwentySix and 73/100 Dollars ($19,626.73); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof decured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, December 5,2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of safe and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED. AS: The West half of Lot 44 of the Village of Nashville, Michigan, Original Town, according to the recorded plat thereof, Barry County Records. Property address: 118 E. Washington Street, Nashville, Michigan 49073 Property Parcel: 08-52-000-000-044-01 The peri­ od within which the above prem­ ises may be redeemed shall expire one (1) year from the date of sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with M.C.LA. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the mort­ gagors) will be held responsible to the person who buys the prop­ erty at the foreclosure sale or to the .mortgage holder for damag­ ing the property during the redemption period. Dated: October 18, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (11-02)(11-23) �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 9, 2013 Library loans puzzles, games and cake pans Conferences will affect week; no school Friday Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School will host parent/teacher conferences Wednesday, Nov. 13, and Thursday, Nov. 14, from 4 to 8 p.m. Conferences will be set up differently than in previous years. Teachers will be in the high school gymnasium, in alphabetical order. To maximize the time, parents are asked to sign upon the website, http://ptcfast.com/schools/maple_valIey_jr_sr_high_school. Teacher schedules also will be posted in the hallway out­ side the gym for conference sign-up. Student progress reports will be available for parent pick­ up in the hall directly across from the office. A cyber safety seminar will be in the jr./sr. high school Thursday Nov. 14, 8 p.m., after conferences. Some of the' topics to be discussed are the dangers of Internet predators, misuse of social media and cyberbullying. This seminar is for parents, students and citizens. This is a section of Putnam District Library’s puzzle Students will not have school Friday, Nov. 15. collection. In the background is part of the cake pan col­ Assemblies will feature Big 10 star lection. Puzzles and cake pans are available to borrow for two-week loans. The library seeks donations of puz­ zles with 300 large pieces and a variety of additional cake pans. At right: Putnam District Library loans games, puzzles and cake pans. “Libraries are all about maximizing resources. We are especially excited to loan things like We are excited to bring two outstanding programs to Maple cake pans and puzzles because they are often things a Valley Schools. The evening ofNov. 14,-we will have a cyber safety seminar at the jr./sr. high school at 8 p.m. after parent­ family only uses once or twice. Sharing via the library is teacher conferences. This seminar is for parents, students and a great way to save both money and space at home/’ citizens of all ages. Topics will include Internet predators, said library director Shauna Swantek. social media, cyberbullying and more. Thursday, Nov. 14, we will have assemblies for students in grades three to 12. This program is sponsored by the Autism Alliance of Michigan and will feature speaker Anthony lanni. His message is simple, “Stop bullying every day.” Although the presentation is free of charge, we will support this organ­ ization with a fundraiser following the event. All students will participate in a penny war to benefit autism research. We are looking forward to these programs in a pledge to prevent bullying. lanni is one of the most sought-after anti-bullying motiva­ tional speakers in the region. At the age of 4, he was diag­ nosed with pervasive developmental disorder, which is on the autism spectrum disorder. Doctors and specialists told Anthony’s parents that he would barely graduate from high school, would never graduate from college, would never have a shot at being an athlete and would likely live in a group institution for his adult life. His family was devastated butt pledged they would help Anthony be successful, no matterr what. And he is. Despite bullies, adversity and numerous person­ al challenges, Anthony worked hard and never gave up. Nott only did he earn a bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University in sociology, he is the first known athlete with autism to play Big 10 basketball. He played for legendary coach Tom Izzo while at MSU. He won two Big 10 Championships, a Big 10 Tournament Title, was the recipientt of the 2011 Tim Bograkos Walk On Award and the 2012 Unsung Player Award, and was also a member of the 2010 Final Four team. He is a Detroit Pistons Community Gamechanger Finalist for 2013 and has recently launched the Relentless Tour in which he plans to visit every middle school in Michigan in one school year. Anthony has pledged his life and career to help those who face similar challenges. He has been invited to tell his story and share his message across the country and has inspired countless individuals to “live your dreams.” And he’s only just begun. He’s 24 years old. For more information about Maple Valley Schools visitt the website, www.mvs.kl2.mi.us, or look for the Facebook page by logging into your personal account and searching for Maple Valley Schools Vermontville. lE^ERY^HlNGWOlJvNEEDli n « lD>« A Auto Parts From General Maintenance to Performance and Off-Road Parts In-Stock 517-726-1502 131S. Main St., Vermonville (In the old Hardware Building) Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:30; Sat. 8:30-1:30 Artist addresses Vermontville Women’s Club Stained-glass artist Michelle Dunkelberger was the featured speaker when members of the GFWCVermontville women’s club met Monday, Nov. 4, in the United Methodist Church. Dunkelberger grew up in Nashville, moved to Alpena where she raised her three children,, before moving back to Nashville. She shared some history ofan old stained-glass window she had restored that hangs in the church. Stained-glass win­ dows last longer if left uncovered or ventilated, she said. She explained tech­ niques used in cutting glass and positioning the pieces, said member Becky Anderson. Dunkelberger used two types of glass cut­ ters to demonstrate her work. She also said the most important tool she has in her studio is a supply of bandag­ es. Other glass art forms were discussed, such as glass painting, which is much like ceramic glazing. This form combines several glass tech­ niques into something more creative. Dunkelberger has a Facebook page, MichelleLouiseStudio. During the business por­ tion of the meeting, Mary Fisher reported on the Christmas baskets for needy families. A list of potential recipients is being compiled. Baskets will be ready for pick-up Friday, Dec. 20 beginning, 9 a.m. The group has been invit­ ed to a holiday tea for the Siren/Eaton shelter Sunday, Nov. 17. Tickets are $10. The Dec.. 7 meeting will be in the home of Lois Siple at 7 p.m. MYLead students will share their experiences. The. program will be Christmas games. Each member is to bring a Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Nov. 11 COA Closed in observance of Veterans Day. No meal delivery. Tuesday, Nov. 12 Swiss steak with gravy, mashed potatoes, stewed tomatoes, sliced peaches, bread pudding. Wednesday, Nov. 13 Chicken parmesan with mozzarella cheese, noodles with marinara sauce, broc­ coli, breadstick, banana. gift-wrapped Christmas ornament, a non-perishable food item for Christmas bas­ kets and a red, green or white Christmas treat. Guests and new members are always welcome. For more information, call presi- dent Eunice Borrelli, 517­ 541-2359; Lois Siple 517­ 726-1389; or email, Farm9560@yahoo.com The January meeting as been canceled. This information was sub­ mitted by Becky Anderson. Tuesday, Nov. 12 Beef stew with vegetables, hashbrown cubes, biscuit, apple crisp. Braunschweiger and Swiss cheese, marinated vegeta­ bles, bun, diced peaches. Wednesday, Nov. 13 Cottage cheese, pea and cheese salad, roll, mandarin oranges. Thursday, Nov. 14 Asian chicken salad, rice noodles, pasta salad, fruited gelatin. Friday, Nov. 15 Turkey pasta salad, three bean salad, crackers, citrus sections. Thursday, Nov. 14 Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Nov. 11 Beef stew with vegetables, tossed salad, biscuit, apple crisp. COA Closed in observance of Veterans Day: No meal delivery. Friday, Nov. 15 Tuesday, Nov. 12 Baked chicken leg quarter, stuffing, mashed potatoes, spinach, grapes. Swiss steak with gravy, mashed potatoes, stewed tomatoes, apple juice, bread pudding. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Nov. 11 COA Closed in observance of Veterans Day. No meal delivery. Wednesday, Nov. 13 Chicken parmesan with mozzarella cheese, noodles with marinara sauce, cauli­ flower, roll, banana. Thursday, Nov. 14 Friday, Nov. 15 Baked chicken thigh, stuff­ ing, mashed potatoes, spinach, grapes. Activities Calendar Monday, Nov. 11 - COA Closed in honor of Veterans Day. Tuesday, Nov. 12 - Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13 * Hastings: Music With Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Woodland: Sing-a-long. Thursday, Nov. 14 - Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 9:30 a.m.; BP Checks 10:30 a.m. Delton: Puzzles/ Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Friday, Nov. 15 Wreaths/Stockings/Tress Return. Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Mini 9 Massage a.m.-noon. Woodland: Mini Massage 10:30-12:00; BP Checks 11 a.m. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, November 9,2013 — Page 11 Potterville tops Lion spikers in Class C tourney at G-A Potterville put an end to the Maple Valley varsity vol­ leyball team’s season Monday, in the Class C District Opener at Galesburg-Augusta High School. The Vikings won by the scores of 25-17, 25-13, 25- 15. Potterville advanced to face the host Rams in the dis­ trict semifinals Wednesday. It was the final varsity contest for five Lion seniors, Courtney Walker, Jordan Woodman, Marissa Pierce, Kandys Larsen and Hadley Galesburg-Augusta knocked off Potterville 3-1 in the second of two semifinal matches Wednesday, with Dansville topping Springport 3-1 in the other. The Rams knocked off Dansville in the district championship match Thursday evening, 3-1. Maple Valley sophomore Emily Morris (right) attempts to get the ball over a Potterville blocker during Monday’s Class C District Opener at Galesburg-Augusta High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Maple Valley sophomore Taylor Medina rises up to hit an attack from the left side during Monday’s district con­ test against Potterville at Galesburg-Augusta High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Joppie. Lion head coach Sarah Carpenter wished the seniors good luck and has already turned the underclassmen’s focus to growing for the 2014 season. “This summer our open gyms will be at the high school every Tuesday night all summer,” Carpenter said. “We have several team members playing AAU. Attack volleyball now has a satellite club via Olivet College. We will also contin­ ue our scrimmages next sum­ mer as well.” Lion sophomore Megan Bonney hits a serve against Potterville Monday at Galesburg-Augusta High School during the opening round of the Class C state tourna­ ment. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Business students explore international cultures and foods tries. Foods were chosen Staff 'Writer based on the country the stu­ International business pro­ dent represented. tocol was the order ofthe day The assignment was to when students in Monique provide an explanation of Colizzi’s classes at Maple the country’s economic con­ Valley presented informa­ cepts, international trade and tion about Brazil, Canada, free-enterprise system in a France, Italy, Japan, Peru, global economy. Russia, Greece, Kuwait, Sri “Students will understand Lanka, Hong Kong, Ireland, the importance of research South Africa, Spain, and marketing strategy when Jamaica, Djibouti, Finland, conducting business in an the Czech Republic and international setting,” said Switzerland. Colizzi in the project outline. Parents, business profes­ Students covered a variety ability in growth patterns. It sionals, school administra­ of topics, such as how to set is critical that Michigan stan­ tors and board president up and keep appointments, dards allow for flexibility so McKayla Lamance pres­ were in attendance. when to arrive for meetings, educators are not forced to An array of food, from appropriate business dress, ents findings on Brazil to teach to standards that are rice dishes to truffles, was conversation, gift-giving, guests in Monique not developmentally appro­ sampled by guests as stu- bartering, entertaining and Colizzi’s business class priate. dents shared information public behavior. Tuesday. Sadly, in both the Senate about their respective counand the House, a roll call vote was not taken, and the resolution passed on a voice • New Construction Designed and Installed • Fuel Oil Furnace Installation and Service vote alone. I requested the • Boiler Installation and Service • Geo-Thermal Installation and Service opportunity to speak in • Radiant Floor Tubing and Ceiling • Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Sales and Installation opposition to the resolution Air Conditioning & Heating Service • Duct Cleaning and Sanitizing and was denied. I stood at the • A 0 Smith Water Heater Sales and • High-Efficiency Furnace and Air podium with my hand raised 5| Serving Your Community Service Conditioning Installation but was ignored. Although for Over 40 Years • Empire Space Heater Sales and Service • 24-Hour Phone Service • Free Estimates the resolution passed, I will continue to monitor the impact of the Common Core and advocate in the best QUALITY, VALUE 8 SERVICE interest of our students. by Shari Carney Safeguards eliminated in version of Common Core standards passed by Senate When the Senate resolu­ tion for the Common Core State Standards was put before the House of Representatives for a final vote, I did not support it. The Common Core State Standards are a set of bench­ marks that children are expected to meet as they progress through school. The Senate had made changes to the House resolu­ tion, including deleting my amendment which ensured standards were developmen­ tally appropriate for young learners. Why would the developmental needs and stages of young students be deemed irrelevant, in the Senate version? Hours of testimony by teachers, parents and educa­ tion experts had many expressing concern about the standards. There was also a letter from' more than 500 psychologists and other child development experts stating the proposed standards, con­ flicted with research in cog­ nitive science, neuroscience, child development and early childhood education. House Democrats and Republicans worked hard and in a bipartisan manner to address the weaknesses and concerns about the Common Core. We put in safeguards for our children. Those pro­ tections, under the Senate version, were no longer in place. We know that for our young children there is vari­ Goodman FROST HEATING & COOLING | Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 Nashville (517) 852-9565 �Page 12 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, November 9,2013 Firefighters visit students Laurie Pettingill’s students listen to a presentation on fire prevention and fire safe- ty on the grounds of Fuller Street Elementary Tuesday, Oct. 29. (Photo by Wayne Gould) Students in Annette Kent’s (center) Early Childhood Development class (from left) Liam Strimback, Rylan Chase, Haven Fitzhenry, Dakota Woodbury, Jake Woodbury, Reid Rosin, Timothy Hyatt and Michael Moore listen as firefighter Jeff Carpenter explains safety procedures in the event of a fire. Classroom aide Michele Schaffer is also pictured. (Photo by Wayne Gould) Fuller Street Elementary students received informa­ tion on fire prevention and fire safety Oct. 29 from local firefighters. Students were taught to stop, drop and roll if their clothing catches fire. They also were told that if they find matches or lighters, they should give those to an adult. A smoke detector was demonstrated and children were asked what the test but­ ton is for. They were then instructed in what to do when a smoke detector alarm is triggered. Two firefighters dressed in full gear and spoke through a self-contained breathing apparatus so children could hear what it sounds like. Children were told if they are trapped in a fire not to hide but to stay low, under the smokp, and get to safety. Firefighters also discussed kitchen safety procedures and how to be safe around burning candles. A firetruck was brought in for children to tour and learn about .the equipment on board. The students were given homework to talk to their families about having fire drills at home and put an action plan together as a family of what to do in the event of a fire. Each child was given a Freddie Firefighter coloring book, a reminder bracelet and pencil for participating. 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M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-11-16.pdf 3b52958933c03247e60810dc3dfc6039 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY^ news A local paper oftoday! Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 46, November 16, 2013 j Veterans honored at Maple Valley High School by Shari Carney Staff Writer Honoring All Who Served was the theme for the 14th annual Veterans Day celebra­ tion Monday in the Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School gymnasium. Host Dennis Vanderhoeff began the ceremony with the pledge of allegiance and DaCapo Honors Choir’s ren­ dition of the “Star-Spangled Banner.” Veteran stood and faced the students, staff and family members in attendance, introducing themselves and telling their branch of service and where and when they had served. Three students, Kelsey Meyers, a sixth grader, Noah Hansen, seventh grader, and Hannah McGlockin, an eighth grade student, read speeches to the veterans. Meyers said freedom of choice is the benefit Lloyd Priddy served in the military from 1942 to 1946, Americans enjoy as a result part of his service was in the South Pacific. While in the of the sacrifices veterans military, he repaired parachutes, was an airplane See V£T£/M/VS ,pg. 2 A Prisoner of War flag leads this row of colors representing branches of the armed mechanic, aeriel gunner and graduated from radar and forces. The flags, borne by Boy Scouts, are on display for the Veterans Day ceremoprop school. ny Monday. Maple Valley Schools facilities tours planned The regular meeting of the Maple Valley Schools Board of Education will be Monday, Nov. 18, at 7 p.m. in the administration office board room. In another step toward a bond proposal for improve­ ments in Maple Valley Schools, a facilities tour will be conducted Tuesday, Nov. 19, at 6:30 p.m. beginning in the high school library. A bus will take participants to Fuller Street Elementary and Maplewood School. Online resources include www.maplevalley.kingscot t.com; Facebook pages — Maple Valley Schools and Maple Valley Facility Planning: Shop the Valley set for Dec. 8 Shop the Valley will be at Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Sunday, Dec. 8, from 1 to 7 pVn. This event will include a Scholastic book fair with offerings for all ages. All that Glitters, Twice is Nice, and Court Side will be represented, as well as Scentsy, Thirty-One, and 25 additional vendors. There will be a photo area to get those last-minute holi­ Lizzy Shilton (center) is presented a check for $500 by Nancy Buehl, (left) manag­ day pictures, said Shop the Valley coordinator Jenna er of Preferred Credit Union in Hastings. This money is a classroom scholarship Bums. Shilton won when her name was drawn by the credit union. Youth were entered in the Maple Valley Alumni will drawing each time a deposit was made into their savings accounts. Six scholarships be selling yearbooks. were awarded, one per branch. Shilton was the winner from the Hastings branch. • Concessions will be avail­ Maple Valley English Teacher Cindy Gatewood was chosen by Shilton to be the able, and holiday gift wraprecipient of the money, which will go toward classroom technology upgrades. Money will be used for technology upgrades ping will be available. The Maple Valley bands will perform their holiday concert at 4 p.m. Everyone is welcome to Shop the Valley. For more information, call Bums, 517-852-4107. In This Issue • ‘The Nutcracker’ returns to usher in Christmas season • Mini-grant stocks supplies in special-needs classroom kitchen • Memories of the Past: Local Baptists have overcome adversities •Hub Farm recognized as v MAEAP farm �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 16,2013 ‘The Nutcracker’ returns to usher in Christmas season Area residents are encour­ aged to start the Christmas season with a memorable family outing to the classic story of “ “The Nutcracker ” two weekends in December, Friday through Sunday Dec. 6 to 8 and 13 to 15. The show is presented by Step N’ Time, with owner/director/choreographer Kimberly Rodriguez, in conjunction with The Revue. “The Nutcracker” tale begins on Christmas Eve when a girl named Clara (played by Abby Smith) falls asleep after a party and dreams of a fantastic world where toys become larger than life. Her beloved Nutcracker, a gift from Uncle Drosselmeier, comes to life and defends her from the Mouse King. Smith is joined by Cheryl Sheridan and Amanda Smith as narra­ tors, Joshua Peters, as Fritz; Joe and Kimberly Rodriguez, as Mr. and Mrs. Stahlbaum/ the Prince and Sugar Plum Fairy; Scott Peters, as Uncle Drosselmeier; Lee Christopher, as nephew. The following cast mem­ bers play multiple roles: Madison Auten, Parker Auten, Alex Braker, Heather Braker, Sophia Braker, Stanley Bullard, Alaina Kimberly Rodriguez as the Sugar Plum Fairy dances in a scene from “The Nutcracker.” (File photo) Cobb, Brinna Cobb, Karlie Dahms, Kierstyn Downs, Amy Fisher, Weston Fisher, Angela Gardner, Kali Grimes, Lauren Haag, Tyler Huver, Carleigh Lundquist, Abby Mater, Bekah Mater, Jared Mater, Cambria Munn, Aly Olsen, Britney Page, Andy Pena, Ben Peters, Nicole Peters, Aubrey Pintar, Zhanna Reid, Heather Rockwell, Giana Rodriguez, Lizzie Smith, Lillian W* VW ^Diana’s TJtace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling Ob *1 MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS in Vermontville Tuesday 1-517-852-9481 Maxson’s Christmas Tree Farm * 5 Family Choose-n-Cut • 10 AM Daily - Dark 5 Open Nov. 22 - Dec. 22 • Beautiful blue spruce 5-14' trees • Ride the “Chariot” to the trees Ch^Uimad, IfJteatliA. • Shoppe tyiee Jlot Chocolate & CooJueA, 6861 Tischer Rd., Lake Odessa Take M-43 north to Carlton Center, left on Usbome, right on Brown, right on Tischer, first farm on right | 616-374-7831 fPfk SANTA’S FAVORITE TREE FARM Many people get into trou­ ble by assuming the roads will not be slippery unless the air temperature is freez­ ing or below. Ice can form on road sur­ faces anytime the air temper­ ature drops to 40 degrees or less, especially when it is windy. Bridges and under­ passes can be especially haz­ ardous, but these are not the only locations where black ice forms. Low or shaded areas or places surrounded by landscape or sites with water running over the pave­ ment can be quick to form ice. Early morning hours are especially dangerous since moisture has had an opportu­ nity to sit on the cold pave­ ment and freeze. Remember to always approach intersections cau­ tiously. In the winter, roads seemingly clear or only slightly wet may be ice-cov­ ered and slippery. This is caused by moisture emitting from exhaust. As vehicles wait at busy intersections the moisture quickly freezes on the pavement. Other basic safety tips for winter driving include allow­ ing extra time to arrive at a destination. Slow down and be alert for other vehicles that may lose control, and allow at least four seconds of spacing between vehicles. It is also recommended to allow no less than a car­ length in front of you when you are stopped behind another vehicle at a slippery intersection. Watch the rear­ view mirror for vehicles that may approach too fast. Often MOPS group meeting Open Wednesday - Friday S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thomapple Lake Rd. S Snowden, Kaylee Tucker, McKayla Weiler, Cameron Wells and Savannah VanStee. Show times are Fridays at 7; Saturdays at 2 and 7; and Sundays at 2 p.m. Ticket prices are adults $10, seniors/students $8, children 12 and under $5. Tickets go on sale Monday, Nov. 18, at 9 a.m. For reserved seating, call 517-749-1229 or email therevue 1 @yahoo.com. “The Nutcracker” will be performed at Main Street Theatre in Nashville above Main Street Banquet Hall and across the street from Hastings City Bank. Winter driving time is here * * this extra margin of safety will allow you to pull for­ ward in the event that an approaching vehicle begins to slide. If the intersection is slippery, signal other drivers to the danger by turning on hazard flashers. If sliding on snow or ice, don’t panic. Take your foot off the gas and do not hit the brakes. Steer the front of the ■ vehicle into the skid (the same direction you are slid­ ing). This technique is used in both front and rear-wheel drive vehicles. If you must use the brakes, do not allow them to lock up; gently pump the brake pedal, unless the vehicle is equipped with anti-lock brakes. With anti­ lock brakes, use a firm, steady pressure without pumping. The grinding noise you hear and surging in the Mothers of Preschoolers to realize their potential as will meet at Vermontville women, mothers and leaders Bible Church, 250 N. Main in the name of Jesus Christ. St., Vermontville, Tuesday, The theme this year is “A Nov. 19, from 9 to 11:30 Beautiful Mess.” a.m. If for any reason Maple Staffing changes Childcare will be provided Valley schools are closed on Jeff Fisher is now teaching in Pathways and the middle by adult volunteers from the scheduled day, then the school. Amy Johnson is moving to be a full-time kindergarten church. MOPS meeting will be can- teacher at Fuller Elementary School and Diana Rockwell will MOPS is an international • celed for that month. be moving back to the high school. organization that exists to For more information call In other news, a Shop the Valley event will be Sunday Dec. encourage, equip and devel- the church, 517-726-0647 or 8, where we will showcase local businesses. This will be in op mothers of preschoolers email office@myvbc.org. the high school on the same day as the holiday band concert. (See related Shop the Valley story) AEIVI66 Tire 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66, Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 • 616-374-1200 www.m66tlre.com • • • • New & Used Tires Brakes • Batteries Tune-Ups Mufflers • • • • Oil Changes Struts • Shocks Diagnostic Services Engine Repair STAY FIT FOR THE HOLIDAYS! ? Z(MA Mondays & Thursdays 7-8pm in Studio "C" All Products & Styling Tools Stylists: Teri, Lynzie & Amy banning (jomanairt 207 N. Main St., Nashville • 517-852-0313 For your convenience, please use back entrance Crime tips line: 517-543­ 5433 or crimetips@eatoncounty.org Eaton County Sheriff’s Office offers these online sites for more information: crimemapping.comMobilePatrol Phone App eatoncounty.org/departments/office-of-the-sheriff. For up-to-the-minute updates, visit us on Facebook and Twitter. The facilities improvement team invites the public to informational meetings on the upcoming bond proposal for the school district. Every Tuesday, we will meet in the high school library from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. It is imperative for our students to seek citizens to participate in these sessions. Your opinion matters. Please attend any and all meetings you are able. Dates and topics are: • Tuesday, Nov. 19 — see-for-yourself bus tours of all three buildings. • Tuesday, Nov. 26 — presentation of assessment informa­ tion. • Tuesday, Dec. 3 — a continuation of the assessment pri­ oritizing, including technology items. • Tuesday, Dec. 10 — discussing of funding options and review and discuss alternative building configurations. • Wednesday, Dec. 11 — continuation of the discussion. • Thursday, Dec. 12 — develop the final recommendation for presentation to the. Maple Valley Board of Education. • Tuesday, Dec. 19 — special board of education meeting with the proposal presented by the FIT chairs Denise Kent andd Darren McDonald. Or visit online, www.maplevalley.kingscott.com; Facebook link: MapleValley-Facility-Planning November Specials Buy 2 Get 1 FREE pedal is normal and indicates the brakes are working prop­ erly, allowing steering to control the vehicle. For the four-wheel-drive enthusiasts always remember this vehi­ cle provides additional trac­ tion useful for going through deep snow, but it does not stop any faster. And finally remember to buckle up — -it’s the law. Bond proposal meetings set Cool Looks Tookymirfestadseasonfny, foodyour appt today! practice safety Call for Classifieds Phone 269-945-9554 24 Hours a Day-7 Days a Week for Maple Valley ACTION-Msl DANCE STUDIO 517.852.9910 207 N. Main St. • Nashville Check us out on the web at www. stepntimedancestudio.com Drop in Rates Available Just show up and get ready to Party! J �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, November 16, 2013 — Page 3 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Nov, 18 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office Nov. 21 Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m, (?), Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Hastings Fair Board Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center Nov, 28-29 Extension Office closed for Thanksgiving holiday Dec, 5 Fair Board Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center Low-priced presenphons, great coffee & relaxing massage. We'll help you feel better! ^HOMETOWN LUMBER & HARDWARE j Silence Is Golden 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 www.hometownlumber.coni 113 N. Main, Nashville (517) 852-9700 Country Kettle Cafe HOURS: Open 7 Days 6am to 8pm Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! □ 1 EALTOR' 1EALTOR' ‘Mote il your ambition Io lead a quiet life.' 1 Thessalonians 4:11 WOLEVER’S Real Estate Elsie E. Wolever 135 Washington P.O. Box 95 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 Broker Res. (517) 726-0637 A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. "Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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 CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... P.M. Worship............ ........ 11 a.m. ..........6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.............. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship .............. 11 a.m. Evening Worship .................. 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service ............... 6:45 p.m. . . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5483 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 regular boors • Mon-fri 9-6 • Sat 9-1 219 N. Main * Nashville 517.852.0845 • toll free 877.852.2601 • fax 517.852.0461 Www.tnaplevalleyrx.com the DeaTl counter FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE Jvp massage therapy All That Glitters Full Service Floral & Vintage Jewelry FLOWERS, PLANTS, BALLOONS & GIFTS for Weddings, Sympathy, Birthdays, Anniversaries and Every Day! Delivery Available • We Rent Tuxes 234 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9224 • 517-852-1691 CINDY HEINSEN, OWNER -Christopher Simon 517-852-9100 501 N. Main (M-66) • Nashville, Ml A Nashville Destination! LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES •pharmacy- The value of silence in our noisy and busy world is easy to overlook, and even though many ofus would like a quieter environment, it can be almost impossible to find a truly quiet place in much of the modem world. Cars, trucks and motorcycles with loud mufflers are some ofthe worst offenders when it comes to disrupting what little serenit)’ we have. Loud music and boisterous parties are perennial disturbers ofthe peace as well. Since loud and inconsiderate people are not likely to be convinced of the errors oftheir ways, holy men and women have always known the importance of sequestering themselves, going into caves or sojourning in the wilderness. Some religious orders even take vows of silence. Finding quiet time each and every day pays big dividends to our spiritual and emotional health, and probably our physical health as well. We should consider also whether our lifestyle is contributing to a quieter world or if we are one ofthose vexatious disturbers ofthe peace. Monday-Saturday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Jack & Judy's staple Valley GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a A.M. Service................................. 11 P.M. Service.................................. 6 Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 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. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FE1GHNER 517-652-1580 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Wed. 5:30 p.m............................ Family 6:00-7:15......................... Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00................................ Sunday 10: 00....................................... Church 11: 00 Fellowship pper Sunday School............................ 10 hAoo.Ml. Service 11:15 rvPic.Me. Service 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66. 5 mi. south ofNashville) Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Berryville 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 W.orship . 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 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 SIMPLY THE BESTI ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N Main SL, 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. AWA AWANA PANSAT.O................. R D...A..N..I66:30-8 E:3L0E-.8 Spp.m. M.mIT. H W Wed. ed. VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK United Methodist Women: Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. 2nd Tuesday, 200 p.m. SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .. .1030 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517) 852-9154 PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-726-0526 WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800033 �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, November 16,2013 David A. Hayner HASTINGS, MI - David A. Hayner, age 70, of Hastings, "crossed over" to his new life on Sunday, November 10, 2013. He was surrounded by his close fami­ ly members at Lifespan Good Samaritan Hospice in Battle Holden III, Justin (Kendi) Creek. HASTINGS, MI - Gary D. and Dylan Kennedy, Koty Dave was bom in Iowa Daniels, age 66, of Hastings, (Lacy) Watson,Ryan City, IA, on May 14, 1943. passed away Monday, Watson, Hannah and Luke He was the son of the late November 11, 2013 at his Haines; great granddaughter, Arthur and Bernice (Alios) home. Kinnley Watson. Davis. He attended Hastings Gary was bom in Lake Also surviving are his Area Schools and was a Odessa on February 7, 1947, mother-in-law, Guila Wilder; member of the class of 1961. the son of the late Oren and brothers-in-law, Arden Dave joined the United States Beulah (Austin) Daniels. He (Caroline) Wilder, Neil Marine Corps in February was raised in the Lake Odessa (Nancy) Wilder, Vern 1961 and was honorably dis­ area and attended local Wilder; sisters-in-law, charged in February 1964. schools graduating from Bonnie (Paul) Hoffman, and He was the husband of Lakewood High School in Sunny (Richard) Huver Mary Jane (Miller) Hayner. 1965. Gary joined the United He was preceded in death The couple met while playing States Navy in 1966 and by his brother, Larry Daniels, in the band together at served during the Vietnam War. While serving he was of operating the bulldozer, and sister, Margene Smiley, Hastings High School and father-in-law Chet were married June 23, 1961 decorated with the two and earned fhe nickname and in Hastings. They began their Vietnam Service Medals, the "Dozer". Gary retired in Wilder. Memorial services were lives in California while Dave National Defense Service 2010 after 42 years of serv­ Medal, and was honorably ice. After retiring he loved to held at the Daniels Funeral was finishing his service in Nashville on the Marine Corps and then discharged in 1969. keep busy; he would spend Home, He was the husband of time in his garden and work­ Thursday, November 14, returned to Hastings when his with Pastor Gary service was complete. Sharon (Wilder) Daniels. ing around the house. He 2013, Throughout their marriage The couple met socializing in enjoyed being outside hunt­ Newton officiating. Memorial contributions the couple had also lived in Lake Odessa, and were mar­ ing and ice fishing all over can be made to the Nashville New Mexico where they ried August 11, 1972. They Barry County. made their home together in Gary is survived by his VFW Post 8260, Pennock made many close friends over the Hastings area where they beloved wife of 41 years, Hospice, the American the years. raised their family. Dave had a drive to experi­ Sharon; three daughters, Cancer Society or American Gary worked as a heavy Cherri (Jack) Holden, Angela Legion Post 45 in Hastings. ence and try many things in Funeral arrangements have life and was not afraid to equipment operator at (Ron) Watson, Heather Nashville Construction where (Rick) Haines; two sons, been entrusted to the Daniels challenge himself by tackling he specialized in operating Mike (Beth) Kennedy, Jeff Funeral Home in Nashville. many diverse occupations. several different pieces of (Heather) Kennedy; a broth­ For further details please visit He tried to adapt and excel at heavy equipment while con­ er, Dallas (Jane) Daniels; our website at www.daniels- everything he did. During his structing roads all over the grandchildren, Jack (Brandi) fimeralhome.net. working career, he spent time s(pte. He was especially fond working on a major sewer pipeline in Seward, AK, while Mary Jane worked for “ the chamber of commerce. VERMONTVILLE, MI - domestic, especially his dogs ing over and selling hers. Dave worked alongside his Louis "Louie" DeBolt, age and cats. Many times he After both had retired, they wife as owners of Aztec 75, of Vermontville passed went hunting just to watch the purchased a small 5th wheel Pawn Shop in New Mexico. away Sunday, November 3, deer. He was a skilled car­ camper, and loved camping 2013 at Eaton Community penter, brick and stone mason and fishing together in north­ Palliative Care, in Charlotte. and worked off the farm as ern Michigan. They also Louie was bom in the well as helping friends and traveled to many National Elaine L. Manby, 58, died Bellevue area on May 9, neighbors. Parks in the U.S. on November 6,2013 at Rose 1938, the son of the late Louie was a kind, quiet He is survived by his Arbor Hospice Residence; Clarence and Esther man, the type that's hard to beloved wife of 26 years succumbing from a four year (Kellogg) DeBolt. He was get to know, but would give Judy; his two "brothers", and battle with breast cancer. raised in the Bellevue area freely of his time and consid­ families; several cousins; a Elaine was bom in until he was 10 years old, erable talents. He had two great stepson and stepdaugh­ Hastings, to Wayne and when the family moved to "brothers", although they ter; and three wonderful Marion (Cooley) Pennock. their Vermontville farm were not related as such. One grandsons. She grew up in Nashville, on where Louie has lived ever is his closest neighbor Larry Funeral services were held the family dairy farm (Mari­ since. (Julia) Ainsworth, the other is at the Daniels Funeral Home, Way Farms). She often talked When he was only 16 he his cousin Ron "Sonny" Nashville, on Thursday, fondly of growing up in the assumed full time operation (Alvetta) Lea. November 7, 2013, with pas­ country, but not so fondly of of the family farm. He He was the husband of tor Glen Branham officiating. the farm chores! enjoyed farming, being out­ Judy (Graham) DeBolt. The Memorial contributions She attended Maple Valley doors, raising crops, tending couple met when Louie came can be made to Eaton Schools and graduated in animals, and cutting wood. A to repair her horse bam after a Community Palliative Care. 1974. She subsequently favorite activity was roaming storm. They were married Funeral services have been attended and graduated from around the countryside with October 15, 1987. The cou­ entrusted to the Daniels Spring Arbor College then his closest friends hunting, ple worked together on both Funeral Home in Nashville. completed training as a regis­ fishing and swimming in farms. They completely Please visit our website at tered nurse and became a cer­ every water hole they found. remodeled the house he had www.danielsfuneralhome.net tified oncology nurse. He loved animals, wild or built on his farm before mov- for further details. Elaine was involved in var­ ious capacities in the nursing field; from direct care to man­ ager of medical oncology. She spoke often of how touched she was by the admi­ ration and respect directed toward her by fellow staff and her patients. Until shortly before her death, she was charge nurse of the medical oncology treatment area at aOur Family Serving Yours" the Cancer Care Center, • Nashville s Only Family Owned, Independently Bronson - Battle Creek. Operated Funeral Home Elaine married in 1979 to • Fully Staffed Children’s Resource Room Jon K. Manby and had two • Free Video Tribute • Barrier Free children; Aaron Christopher, and Jocelyn Elise. Elaine • Ample Parking • Accommodations Up to 300 loved time with family, was active in events related to her Scott A. Daniels profession, and loved attend& Family Gary D. Daniels Louie” DeBol Louis Symphony in California, the Marine Corps Band, and was talented enough with his instrument that he was offered a chance to play in the president's band. Dave is survived by his most beloved wife of 52 years, Mary Jane; a daughter, Tammy (Jim) Markle; a son, Damien Jadian; four sisters, Sandy Wessgar (NM), Barbara Rosensimon (AZ), Arloa Raffler (MI), Linda (Dale) Kelly (MI); a brother, Les (Jane) Davis (CA); three Amanda He put tens of thousands of grandchildren, miles on the many trips he Williams, Tommy Williams, made traversing through 48 Kristin (Ryan) Argo; five grandchildren, states in the semis he drove great Keeghyn, Aihsley, Chesnhey, across the country. In his earlier years of life, Karsyn, and Kooper. A celebration of life was he drove race cars. He enjoyed following open held at Daniels Funeral wheel sprint car races. His Home, Nashville on Friday, love for the outdoors allowed November 15, 2013. Sharing of memories him to become an experi­ enced hunter and fisherman. beganat people gathered Dave raised and trained his inside for a moment to prized beagles; a few of remember Dave and his life. which over the years, had Everyone that attended was achieved national recognition asked to think of some for their ability in the field. favorite moment in their life He enjoyed hunting out West that they had with Dave and for mountain lion, bear, and share it with them. Bright and elk. Dave also learned how to colorful attire was encour­ scuba dive while visiting his aged! This is a Celebration of son on Maui and later went LIFE after LIFE! In lieu of flowers, the fam­ on to become a master dive ily has requested memorial instructor. With his wife by his side, contributions be made to the Foundation. the couple enjoyed traveling Vasculitis www.vasculitisfoundation.org on their motorcycle during the summer months. He had a Memorial arrangements love for motorcycles and also put thousands of miles on his have been entrusted to the bikes. Dave loved music and Daniels Funeral Home in was an exceptionally skilled Nashville. For further details French horn player. please visit our website at Throughout his life his pas­ www.danielsfuneralhome.net sion for music had allowed him to play with the La Jolla Elaine L. Manby ing to her flower gardens. She was a supportive and gracious critic of her husband’s hobby of playing and recording music at the home studio! Elaine is survived by her devoted spouse, Jon; chil- dren, Aaron (Amanda) Manby, Jocelyn (Sean) Ireland, and three grandsons; Shennen, Kellan, and Greyson. She is also survived by brother Rod Pennock, and sister, Loraine Curtiss. Elaine was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Brian Pennock. A memorial gathering to honor and celebrate Elaine’s life will be held on Saturday November 16,2013 from 1-4 p.m. at Win Schuler’s Restaurant in Marshall. In lieu of flowers, memori­ al donations can be made to: The Cancer Care Center, Patient Medication Fund Bronson Battle Creek; Haven of Rest Rescue Mission, or In As Much House in Battle Creek. 06826704 Need heat and energy help? Applications at TrueNorthServices.org or call TrueNorth at 1 -855-300-8013. Submit completed application by email to applications@tnempower.org, fax (231) 355-3030, or mail TrueNorth, PO Box 149, Fremont, Ml 49412. 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Safe Harbor has been open in Allegan County for 30 years, and this expansion into Barry County is the first satel­ lite office. Barry County Prosecuting Attorney Julie Nakfoor-Pratt promised to try and bring this service to the county during her election campaign. She has seen it work in Allegan County when she was an assis­ tant prosecutor there, and knows the difference this type of service can make for chil­ dren of abuse. Safe Harbor, a nonprofit organization, is a place where child-abuse victims can feel more at ease when sharing their accounts of abusive situ­ ations. It’s a collaborative effort with police, child pro­ tective services and the courts. In Allegan County last year, Safe Harbor worked with 198 cases of child abuse and about 20 of those were from Barry County, according to execu­ tive director Lori Antkoviak. The American Cancer Society marks the Great American Smokeout on the third Thursday of November each year by encouraging smokers to use the date to make a plan to quit, or to plan in advance and quit smoking that day. By doing so, smokers will be taking an important step towards a healthier life one that can lead to reducing cancer risk. This year’s Great American Smokeout will be Thursday Nov. 21. Tobacco use remains the single largest preventable cause of disease and prema­ ture death in Michigan, yet many Michiganders still use tobacco. According to the 2008-2010 Barry County Behavioral Risk Factor Survey, 24.3 percent of Barry County adults are current smokers and according to the 2012 Michigan Profile for Healthy Youth, 11.8 percent of high school students (grades nine and 11) have smoked cigarettes within the past 30 days. However, more than half of these tobacco users have tried to quit smok­ ing during the past 12 months. Because tobacco products are highly addictive, most users make several quit attempts before they are successful. “The Great American Smokeout is an opportunity to remind tobacco users that there are resources available to help them quit, and to support tobacco users in their efforts to quit,” said Tamah Gustafson, health educator. “Quitting tobacco use is the best thing you can do for your health. Within minutes to hours after quitting, blood pressure, heart rate, and carbon monoxide levels decrease, and the long term benefits continue over time including improved lung function and decreased risk of cancer and heart disease.” Research shows that while quitting is difficult for most tobacco users, people who use tobacco can increase their suc­ cess in quitting with help. Quitters are most successful when using a combination of therapies, including resources such as nicotine replacement, counseling, self-help materi­ als, and a strong support net­ work of family and friends. Resources available to Michigan residents include: • Free smoking-cessation workshops provided by the Barry-Eaton District Health Department. Call 517-541­ 2624 for more information. • The Michigan Department of Community Health Tobacco Quitline, 800-784­ 8669, continues to provide free telephone coaching for the uninsured and those with Medicaid and Medicare, and free nicotine-replacement medications for those who qualify. Information on quitting smoking and a free print­ able Michigan Smoker’s Quit Kit are available through MDCH by visiting: www.michigan.gov/tobacco. • BecomeAnEX.org is a free, interactive website that shows smokers how to re­ learn life without cigarettes. The site, developed by Legacy in partnership with Mayo Clinic, offers a free, personal­ ized quit plan and an online support community to help people prepare to quit and stay quit • The American Cancer Society has tools available to help with quitting. For more information, call the American Cancer Society, 800-227­ 2345. For more information about the Great American Smokeout, call Gustafson, 517-541-2624. Information also is available on the American Cancer Society’s website, www.cancer.org. LARGE OF small We Ship It All! Next Time, Ship Your Luggage! From the Pulpit We make it simple, Hunting what’s important by Pastor Marc S. Livingston Chester Gospel Church Genesis 27:3 reads “Now then, get your weapons — your quiver and bow — and go out to the open country to hunt some wild game for me.” Friday the woods and fields were full of people of all ages, male and female, alike. It was opening day of deer hunting. I was also out there in my blind (I call it the penthouse suite) doing what is as old as the Bible itself. We call it “hunting,” I am not one who gets nuts over it, but 1 do like to get out and enjoy God’s creation. Although I did not harvest a deer, 1 did have the blessing of being with my grandson, seeing raccoons, squirrels, geese, turkeys, and a host of birds. You do not have to har­ vest something to enjoy the hunt and life. Jesus said in John 10:10b (NIV) “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” The King James Version uses the word “abundantly” in place of the word “full.” I am not wealthy, but I do have an abundant and full life. What makes a person have a life like that? His name is called Jesus. The moment that I put my faith and trust in Him, the things of this earth began shrinking in impor­ tance. Don’t get me wrong, if I had harvested a deer this week, I would have been happy for sure. But, life doesn’t revolve around a deer hunt. The matter ofthe heart is the heart ofthe matter. My life is full because the giver of life has given me eternal life. Once again. His name is Jesus. Do you know him personally? Take time right now and invite him in. You’ll be glad that you did. That’s the best good news I can give you. Hunt safely, and live eternally. She said once the center is open, she anticipates at least 100 cases per year. Safe Harbor allows children to be interviewed by forensic specialist. That interview can be witnessed on closed-circuit television by officers from law enforcement, child protective services and the courts all at the same time and be record­ ed. This eliminates the need for a child to be interviewed multiple times. The center also provides a place where children feel more comfortable and less threat­ ened. For some children, being interviewed in a police station can be a frightening event Safe Harbor is designed with comforting decor and kid-friendly toys to help make children feel less threatened and more comfortable talking with interviewers. “A child walks in to Safe Harbor and sees toys and painted murals on the walls and it feels much more famil- sunshine Pack&Ship 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269.945.9105 OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:30 - 5:30 iar and welcoming to .them than a police station,” said Antkoviak. “We are all geared toward the children and mak­ ing them feel comfortable and safe," Safe Harbor also works to coordinate counseling, med­ ical attention and other servic­ es as needed. Antkoviak said sometimes the offender is a family member and removed from the home. If that person happens to be the breadwinner in the family it can create a financial uncertainty for the family. Safe Harbor connects the families with other county services. The Barry County Safe Harbor office is getting started with a $23,000 grant from National Children’s Alliance. The center will work on obtaining additional grants and funding sources, as well. Antkoviak said she hopes to have the center accredited within a year, which will make it eligible for state funding. �Page 6 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday. November 16.2013 Mini-grant stocks supplies in special-needs classroom kitchen Hub Farm recognized as MAEAP farm Hub Farms of Nashville has become a verified farm in the cropping system for implementing appropriate pollution-prevention practices by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Developments and the Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program. Rachel Koleda, MAEAP water stewardship technician for Barry and Ionia counties, holds the MAEAP verification farm sign. Kyle and Kory Brodbeck (from left) assist owner George Hubka in taking a soil sample for testing. The farm is in Maple Grove Township on the corner of Marshall and Cloverdale roads. To become verified, farmers must attend an educational seminar; conduct an on-farm risk assessment and develop and implement an action plan addressing potential environmental risks. The department of agriculture conducts an on-farm inspection to verify program requirements. To remain a MAEAP verified farm, inspections must be conducted every three years and action steps must be followed. (Photo by Inez Hubka) District court hosting Adoption Day ceremony Friday in Hastings by Julie Makarewicz which are open to the com­ Staff Writer munity. Michigan Supreme To help celebrate adop­ Court Justice Stephen tions and families, the Barry Markman will be the guest County 56B District Court speaker for the ceremony will participate in a that gives thanks for fami­ Michigan Adoption Day cer­ lies. emony at 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. The 56 B District court­ 22. District Court Judge room is located in the courts Mike Schipper and staff of and law building in down­ the district court will host the town Hastings. The reception ceremony and reception will follow the ceremony in The Nashville Area Citizens Coalition (sponsors ofNash Bash) wishes to thank the following businesses and individuals who made our event such a success. Rep Mike Calton Dorothy's Hair Styles United Methodist Church Shari Cajney Mike Desrocher MV Bugs Maple Valley Implement Shauna Swanteh Great Northern Bow Jerry & Kelly Schray Shirley’s Chuckwagon Deb Desrocher Courtside Friends of Putnam Library Trumble Agency Hummels Body Shop Rosie Murphy the first-floor community room of the courts and law building. Anyone wanting to attend should call 269-945­ 1404 ext. 1057 to leave a message for the number of attendees. Michigan Adoption Day is held each year around Thanksgiving. Participating courts finalize adoptions, hold parties for adoptive families and educate the pub­ lic about the adoption process. Michigan Aidoption Day is co-sponsored by the Michigan Supreme Court, Michigan Department of Human Services, Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange, and the Child Welfare Services Division of the „ State Court Administrative Office. Statistics from the Adoption and Foster Care Analysis and Reporting System showed that 5,235 foster children in Michigan were waiting to be adopted in 2010. The average length of stay for children in foster care waiting for adoption is more than 2 1/2 years. In 2012, Michigan report­ ed 272 adoptions, according to the U.S. Department of State/Bureau of Consular Affairs. In the years from 1999 to 2012, the state had reportedly 10,395 adoptions. Goodtime Pizza Subway Maple Grove Upholstery Diana Baker MooVille Darlene Richardson And all those who volunteered Call any time for Maule Valley News ads 269-945-9554 Students in Hillary Leatherman’s class stand with newly purchased items for the kitchen include (back row, from left) Joe Vanmeter, Jon Lehman, Trevor Berger, Amanda Waddle, (front) Katelyn Vanmeter, Ashley Curtis, Shyann Lamb, Marley Grinage, Jordan Reynolds and Danielle Struble. (Not pictured is Adam Ryan) Maple Valley teacher Hillary Leatherman’s high school special education classes were recently award­ ed a $500 mini-grant from Michigan Transition Services Association. The grant, written by Leatherman, was to update some of the cookware in the classroom kitchen. Each year, MTSA offers the mini-grant opportunities to members in each region in Michigan to support student activities with a focus on transition, said Leatherman. A total of $5,000 was given to the members in Region II, Maple Valley’s region, this year. “I am so excited to have some new items for our kitchen,” said Leatherman, who teaches at the junior/senior high school. “Many of our pots and pans have broken handles or are tarnished and very old. The motors in many of our small appliances are worn out and’ barely work. Some of our serving utensils are broken or rusty, making them unsafe to use. I think having new items will make the students even more excited about cooking.” The class cooks each Wednesday to leam impor­ tant life skills, such as basic kitchen safety and sanitation, following a recipe, measure­ ments, reading comprehen­ sion, communication and teamwork. The junior high students are gearing up for their annu­ al Thanksgiving dinner, which they will plan, shop for, prepare and serve to families and school adminis­ tration Friday, Nov. 22. Senior high students are getting excited for their upcoming cake bake-off, which will be in December before break, said Leatherman. The class also bakes, packages, and sells dog treats, First Class Doggie Delights. Anyone interested in buy­ ing some of these treats for a special furry friend may pur- chase them at Moo-Ville Creamery. (O’SUr- anUn U BARGAIN twilight Dfl,LY 4:00-6:00 PM * excludes Digital 3D O No passes @ Stadium Seating SHOWTIMES 11/16 -11/20 TITLES AHO TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE (PG-13) STARTS TH. 11/21 8:00 PM O THOR: THE DARK WORLD (PG-13) SAT-SUN 12:30,9:10 MON-WED 9:10 ©SAT-SUN 1:00,4:00,6:45,9:40 © MON-WED 4:00,6:45,9:40 O 30 THOR: THE DARK WORLD (PG-13) nenr SAT-SUN 3:30,6:15 MON-WED 6:15 O ENDER’S GAME (PG-13) DAILY 9:30 FREE BIRDS (PG) SAT-SUN 11:40,2:00,4:30,7:00 MON-WED 4:30,7:00 ©BAD GRANDPA (R) SAT-SUN 11:50,2:10,4:20,7:10,9:20 MON-WED 4:20,7:10,9:20 I st Annual Christmas Party MOST BOOTHS 10-20% OFF Saturday - Sunday 10-4 20 N. Main St, Nashville • 517-852-9080 We will be Open Thanksgiving Day from 6AM to 2PM Our Menu Will Be Roast Turkey & Dressing -or- Baked Ham & Yams with Soup & Salad Bar, Real Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Rolls, a piece of Pie and your Drink ALL FOR $10.50 • KIDS UNDER 10 $5.25 Come andjoin usfor a good home cooked meal! Country Kettle Cafe Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, November 16,2013 — Page 7 So many ways to say jVeu' Happy Holidays Custom Cards & Calendars Don’t use a faceless internet site. SHOP LOCAL Holiday cards and calendars with lots of choices to fit your needs... 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ObamaCare will break our God will help us. a free country. Steve Toman, To drive, you must have a backs. If you get a chance, Nashville license and proof of insur- read the Doonesbury cartoon To the editor: Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Nov. 18 Liver and onions, mashed potatoes With gravy, green beans, roll, orange. Tuesday, Nov. 19 Oven fried chicken, sea­ soned butter beans, green beans, biscuit, applesauce. Wednesday, Nov. 20 Hot dog, baked beans, coleslaw, bun, banana. Thursday, Nov. 21 Spaghetti and meatballs, noodles with sauce, tossed salad, breadstick, peaches. Friday, Nov. 22 Smothered pork cutlet with gravy, mashed potatoes, glazed carrot coins, corn­ bread. apple. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Nov. 18 Sliced ham with Cheddar cheese, potato salad, apple­ sauce. Tuesday, Nov. 19 Tuna pasta salad, marinat­ ed vegetables, crackers, trop- ical fruit. Wednesday, Nov. 20 Chef salad, pasta salad, roll, pineapple. Thursday, Nov. 21 Cottage cheese, black bean salad, citrus salad, granola bar. Friday, Nov. 22 Chicken salad, broccoli raisin salad, bun, diced pears. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Nov. 18 Salisbury steak with gravy, mashed potatoes, spinach, orange, bread pudding. Tuesday, Nov. 19 Beans and franks, cauli­ flower, apple crisp, granola bar. Wednesday, Nov. 20 Oven fried chicken, com, green beans, strawberry applesauce, cookie. Thursday, Nov. 21 Spaghetti with meatballs, noodles and sauce, broccoli, mixed vegetables, banana. Friday, Nov. 22 Smothered pork cutlet with gravy, mashed potatoes, glazed carrots, roll, apple. Activities Calendar Monday, Nov. 18 Hastings: Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; TV Strings; Painting with Bob 1 p.m. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, Nov. 19 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Nashville: BP Checks 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20 Hastings: Music with Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Woodland: Sing-a-long. Delton: TV Strings; Mini Massage 10:30noon; Kinship Support 10:30noon. Thursday, Nov. 21 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 9:30 a.m.; BP Checks 10:30 a.m.; Hlzh. Caregiver Support 3:30 p.m. Delton: Puzzles/ Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Silent Auction Begins. Friday, Nov. 22 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Visiting, Sing-a-Long. Nashville: Mini Massage 11 a.m.-noon. The World Leader In Specialty Building Products. “Innovation is our most valuable asset­ HAND POWER TOOLS ARMSTRONG VINYL SIDING Harbor­ Cabinets USG DRYWALL OAK, PINE MOLDING CEILING‘S TILE DRY MIX CRETE WI-MI’ SUPPLY PLYWOOD-LUMBER PRE-HUNG STEEL DOORS B permadoor ©'gog//yl PLUMBING SUPPLIES Come home.to Anqduearlistye.n . 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MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of • a mortgage made by Seth McDiarmid and Brenda McDiarmid, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.,as nominee for West Michigan Finance Inc., its successors or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 30, 2007 and recorded December 5, 2007 in Instrument Number 20071205-0004893, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-One Thousand Six Hundred Four and 95/100 Dollars ($71,604.95) including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County., Michigan at 1:00 PM on DECEMBER 19, 2013. Said premises are located in the Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Linda S. Ferris and Roland L Ferris, Wife and Husband, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for CMGM Inc., its successors or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 9,2006 and recorded August 15, 2006 in Instrument Number 1168634, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Ally Bank by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Nineteen and 91/100 Dollars ($175,919.91) including interest at 2.93% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County., Michigan at 1:00 PM on DECEMBER 12, 2013. Said premises are located in the Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Real property in the Township of Johnstown, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and is described as follows:A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 9, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, described as beginning at a point North 15° 30' West 295.6 feet from a point on the South line of said Section 9, distant 1005.5 feet West of the Southeast comer of said Section 9, and running Land situated in the Township thence North 15° 30' West 91 of Hope, County of Barry, State of feet; thence North 68° 30' East Michigan The South 280.0 feet of 256.1 feet to the shore of Bristol the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 Lake; thence South 61° 36' East of the Southeast 1/4 of the along shore 75 feet; thence Southeast 1/4 of Section 22, South. 62° 55' West 316.2 feet to Town 2 North; Range 9 West, the place of beginning. subject to an easement for The redemption period shall be ingress and egress over and across the West 66 feet thereof b months from the date of such appurtenant to land adjoining the sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA North side of described parcel. The redemption period shall be §600.3241 a, in which case the 6 months from the date of such redemption period shall be 30 sale, unless determined aban­ days from the date of such sale. doned in accordance with MCLA TO ALL PURCHASERS: The mortgagee can §600.3241 a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 rescind the sale. In that event, days from the date of such sale. your damages, if any, are limited TO ALL PURCHASERS: The solely to the return of the bid foreclosing mortgagee can amount tendered at .sale, plus rescind the sale. In that event, interest. your damages, if any, are limited If the property is sold at fore­ solely to the return of the bid closure sale, pursuant to MCL amount tendered at sale, plus 600.3278, the borrower will be interest. held responsible to the person If the property is sold at fore­ who buys the property at the closure sale, pursuant to MCL mortgage foreclosure sale or to 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person the mortgage holder for damage who buys the property at the to the property during the mortgage foreclosure sale or to redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the erty, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. redemption period. Dated: November 9, 2013 Dated: November 16, 2013 Orlans Associates, P.C.. Orlans Associates, PC.. Attorneys for Servicer Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 13-013608 File No. 13-016004 (11-16X12-07) 06826765 (11-09)(11-30) 06826233 described as: foreclosing ATLAS FIhdmetowni SSGET WEIGHED- GET PAIDSS Buying scrap farm equipment Go Go Auto Parts, Delton (269)623-2775 www.gogoautoparts.com Community Notices OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOE BOXES may be dropped off at Grace Ministry Center at 8950 E. M79 Hwy., just west of Nashville. Receiving times are November 18th-25th, Mon. 18th, Wed., Fri., Sat. 10am-12noon, Tues. 7pm9pm, Thurs. lpm-3pm, Sun. 9am-12:30pm,, Mon. 25th 9am-llam. Call Lisa at church office: 517-852-1783. 06826740 For Rent RAILSIDE MINI STORAGE: 5 sizes plus warehouse space available. Call M-66 Tire (616)374-1200 DO YOU WANT QUALITY PRINTING at affordable prices? rices? Call J-Ad J Graphics at (269)945-9554 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on December 27, 2004, by Charles W. Rice, Jr. and Linda L. Rice (a/k/a Linda L. Snyder), husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Hastings, Street, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on January 5, 2005, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1139698, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated January 17, 2012, record­ ed on January 26, 2012, in Instrument Number 201201260000908, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Nineteen Thousand Six Hundred TwentySix and 73/100 Dollars ($19,626.73); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, December 5,2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: The West half of Lot 44 of the - Village of Nashville, Michigan, Original Town, according to the recorded plat thereof, Barry County Records. Property address: 118 E. Washington Street, Nashville, Michigan 49073 Property Parcel: 08-52-000-000-044-01 The peri­ od within which the above prem­ ises may be redeemed shall expire one (1) year from the date of sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised. Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the mort­ gagors) will be held responsible to the person who buys the prop­ erty at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damag­ ing the property during the redemption period. Dated: October 18, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (11-02)(11-23) �Just Say -As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 16, 2013 — Page 9 Create a Fun and Flavorful FAMILY FEATURES pri ratd(nM|. XX DoteiMtto iteimlfefen jJtiCosr^ ,-s> taataimmfe 1 *5 CMOfyW^ <*16® ’1 ifcflsanssaEteH riaWttfe 1’flasEHW r’lftjefiJMK rfiWk^4 f&gdi&a rt* It# J *• «, 5 ir nflIt<l«- UE Ifrtcjl, 5 w i< & * ***«*%» * aC!”1 W^1 * J , s^', f FALL GATHERING utumn brings colorful foliage and perfect weather for entertaining indoors and out. As you plan your fall gatherings, consider stopping by your local farmers market to pick up all the ingredients neces­ sary for preparing a savory home cooked feast that's sure to please any crowd. See how local inspi fresh ingredients led celebrity. ChefTim Love to create his most recent recipes. Every fall. ChefLove takes inspiration from the end of summer harvest to create unique dishes, like, his latest recipe for Balsamic Turkey Meatloafwith Balsamic Mayonnaise. Ripe fall vegetables are the inspiration for his Grilled Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potato-Balsamic Saladrand his Grilled Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Mayonnaise. All three recipes include Hellmann’s* Creamy Balsamic Mayonnaise Dressing, which combines the rich, great taste of Hellmann’s* that you love with a touch ofsweet, aged balsamic vinegar. Whether you’re hosting a casual evening with friends or having the whole family over for a relaxing Sunday afternoon, these simple recipes are perfect for any occasion. Pair the dishes with clean table decor and your favorite refreshing beverages for an easy evening ofentertaining. Carry a traditional theme throughout the tablescape by using mismatched plates, cutlery and glasses. Tie napkins and cutlery together with twine, and then tuck in a little bouquet offresh herbs from the garden to add a dash ofcolor and homegrown goodness. For a daytime gathering, take the dining table outside to enjoy the beautiful fall weather and final weeks ofgrilling season. Lay out a blanket for the kids to picnic, and add a few games to keep them entertained. Savor the season by enjoying delicious meals and lasting memories in the company ofyour loved ones. For more recipes, visit www.Hellmanns.com. Grilled Chicken Thighs with Sweet PotatoBalsamic Salad A ChefTim Love recipe Serves 4 Grilled chicken thighs: 4 chicken thighs, skin removed Peanut oil 2 tablespoons Tim Love Poultry Rub (or your favorite poultry rub) Sweet potato-balsamic salad: 2 cups large dice sweet potatoes 3 strips cooked bacon, diced 1/2 cup julienned onion 1/2 cup minced red pepper 1/2 cup Hellmann’s* or Best Foods* Creamy Balsamic Mayonnaise ■Dressing Salt and pepper Preheat grill to 400°F. Rub thighs with peanut oil and poultry rub. Place thighs on grill and close lid1 for 5 minutes. Open grill lid and flip chicken. Closelid and let cook for five more minutes until chicken is done (168°F). Meanwhile, poach sweet potato in salted water for 5 minutes. Com­ bine all ingredients and mix well. Season with salt and pepper. I*#**. . ’•&$ II $$$ $$ Grilled Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Mayonnaise A ChefTim Love recipe Serves. 4 20 Brussels sprouts 1/4 cup vegetable oil Salt and pepper 1 red chile, minced 1/4 cup Hellmann’s* or Best Foods* Creamy Balsamic Mayonnaise Dressing Preheat grill to medium high. Fill large saucepan half full ofwater and bring to a boil. Add Brussels sprouts and simmer for 4 minutes. Make water bath ofhalf ice and water. Place sprouts in bath to cool quickly. Cut in half lengthwise. Oil sprout halves. Season with salt and pepper. Grill for 1 minute each side. Top with minced chile. Serve with mayonnaise. Balsamic Turkey Meatloaf A ChefTim Love recipe Serves 6 11/2 pounds ground turkey 1 cup bread crumbs 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1 white onion, diced 1/2 cup Hellmann’s* or Best Foods* Creamy Balsamic Mayonnaise Dressing 1 (8-ounce) can tomato juice 3 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Salt and pepper Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix all ingredients, place in loafpan and bake for 1 hour. �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 16,2013 Memories of the Past With determination and energy, local Baptists have overcome adversities Store; State Savings Bank — “The bank that bought you 4 percent on savings deposits;” Wenger Bros. Market — “Fresh and salt meats, fish and game in season;” E.L. Recipes from soup to nuts Kane paints, drugs and wall­ contributed by more than 60 paper — “Everything a drug should have;” Nashville women fill a cook­ store Cooperative book published in June 1929 Nashville by the local Baptist Ladies Elevator Association — “Our aim: to render a service Aid Society. The Baptist LAS was at a reasonable cost;” Dr. Vance, dentist; established in Nashville in W.A. December 1906 and under­ Hannemann’s dry goods — took the project 23 years “The best recipe for genuine later with the aim of giving a satisfaction;” Brandstetter “Pontiac, choice selection of tested Motor Sales recipes, rather than a collec­ Oakland, Oldsmobile and motor cars;” tion of many that may prove Viking of inferior quality, explained Nashville Roller Mills — the preface of the 26-page “Make all kinds of flour for home people, by home peo­ booklet. In addition to the tradi­ ple, out of grain grown by tional food offerings is one home people;” C.T. Hess & recipe in the book by Mrs. Son furniture, funeral direc­ O.M. Yates for furniture pol­ tor and ambulance service ish: “One quart of warm day or night;. J.C. Hurd’s, rainwater, enough toilet soap garage “Durant Motor to make a good suds, one Cars;” Farmers & Merchants tablespoon of olive oil. Boil Bank — “We would apprecitogether; when cold, apply ate a share ofyour business;” with a soft rag, then polish, Smith Chevrolet Sales — “A first with a soft cotton cloth, six in the price range of a then with soft flannel; clean four;” L.H. Cook “The and finish a small space at a recipes in this book will give time.” you better results if you use The book was supported our coal when cooking and by merchant advertisements, baking;” W.J. Liebhauser among them were ads for coal, lumber and builders Von W. Furniss’ Rexall supplies; John Martens — “We buy poultry, eggs and cream;” E.V. Smith insurance; and Chas. J. Betts plumbing, heating and sheet metal work. This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Nov. 15, 1983. 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 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin,' age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. The list ofrecipe contribu­ tors includes family names familiar to the community, Gribbin, McDerby, Dickinson, Branch, Gokay, ayner, Emery, mery, French, renc, Hayner, Barber, Miller, Aylsworth, Cressy, Hull, Glasgow, Cole, Cassler, Carpenter, Huwe, Fletcher, Powers, Weaver, Dean, Ehret, Wilcox, Potter, Irland, Mitchell, Downing, Sturgis, Marin, Mix, Munro, Wolcott, Noyes, Young, Shaffer, Raymond, Feighner, Everts, Randall, Hamilton, Baas, Walker, Nichols, Sellhom, Kunz, Y ates, Stauffer and others. Recipes may have been drawn from contributors out­ side the Baptist organization. At the time of the book’s publication, the Baptist Church was located in what is now Trinity Gospel at 219 Washington St. The Baptists had been in those quarters Since Nov. 7, 1907, when they dedicated the newly remodeled church that had been built by the Christian Church in 1870 and later occupied by the Congregationalists. For several years prior to 1907, the Baptists had been meeting in a variety ofrooms after losing the church they had built in 1877 on the cor­ ner of State and Maple (now St. Cyril Catholic Church). “The history ofthe Baptist society in Nashville, if written in full, would be an interesting study of trials and tribulations and of heroic struggles by a few brave spirits against adverse winds and tides.” observed The Nashville News in a 1894 report. “They have built one of the best church buildings in Nashville, have been com­ pelled in spite of hard work and self-sacrificing zeal to see their home sold under mortgage, have died and been bom again, and are still heroically fighting on, with grim determination and a dauntless spirit worthy ofthe cause in which they labor.” The Baptist society was 726-0088 IBBBBIIM'S COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE CENTER Your Local CM Automotive Specialists Our Diagnostic Computer Software is Compatible With All Makes fir Models 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. „ VERMONTVILLE § Now accepting MasterCard & Visa Names familiar in the Nashville community appear with recipes in this 1929 Baptist cookbook, along with ads for local businesses. Some merchants took a cue from the book in preparing their slogans; Hannemann’s dry goods had the “Best recipe for genuine satisfaction;” L.H. Cook claimed the “Recipes in this book will give better results if you use our coal when baking or.cooking;” and C.L. Glasgow’s hardware offered, “Good prices to Baptist membership.” The book was presented recently to Putnam Public Library by Wayne' Fuller of Toledo. Continued next page 06799959 LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON 1V17S> (517) In November 1907 the Baptists dedicated this church on Washington Street as their new home in Nashville — the first real church they had owned since losing the beau­ tiful brick sanctuary they built at State and Maple to foreclosure in 1882. Mortgage holders later sold it to the Catholics, who still use it. This frame church was built in 1870 as a Christian Church, later served the Congregationalists before being acquired by the Baptists. They improved it several times before moving to their present location on Phillips Street in 1970. At left in this 1920s photo is home of hardware merchant C.L. Glasgow. (Photo loaned by Dorothy Hummel Martich) 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE A cookbook published by the Baptist Ladies’ Aid Society in 1929 carries a variety of tested recipes contributed by more than 60 local women. The society was organized here in 1906 when the congregation was still meeting in a succession of vacant Main Street stores. The Nashville News predicted nearly 90 years ago that the local Baptists would overcome their adverse tides and become an influential and potent factor in the future religious welfare of the village. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 16, 2013 — Page 11 Continued from previous page originally organized in Nashville in 1869 and held its first meetings in the schoolhouse with Rev. P.C. Bassett as pastor. Later, the group met over Ransom Mayo’s store on Main Street. In 1877, during the pas­ torate of Rev. W.R. Northrup, the brick church was built on the comer of State and Maple. Services were conducted there for several years, but the church was laboring under a heavier load of debt than it could carry, and in 1882 the church was taken from them on a mortgage held by Battle Creek parties. “Services were then dis­ continued by the Baptists, and it was thought by the majority of our people that the society was dead as far as Nashville was concerned,” noted The News in 1894. “But little knew of the indomitable will possessed by the little band of brave souls, for in 1888, the socie­ ty was reorganized and com- menced again holding meet­ ings.” The new society, which became a branch of the Hastings church, was com­ prised of Mrs. (Dr.) Gardner, Mrs. O.F. Long, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Appleman, Mrs. George Gribbin, Mrs. O. Cobom and daughter, Mrs. C.W. Smith; Mrs. H.R. Dickinson and Emma Barber. After about five years, the church found itself without a regular pastor, but Sunday school and prayer meetings were kept up with a good attendance. They were meet­ ing then over Henry Roe’s Van’s Auto Accessories store, seen at extreme left in this 1930s photo was one of the several Main Street homes Main Street meat market. of the Baptist Church during the hardship days in the early 20th century. George VanDeventer opened this store In 1894, Rev. E.E. Brand led a comeback, and that in the mid-1930s and in 1943 also took over the Hi-Speed gas station next to it. Nashville Coin Laundry now occuyear the society purchased pies the site. the former S. Liebhauser tai­ ized as the First Baptist Nashville Baptists relocated ally succeed in their ambi­ lor shop just north of Buel shop of the 1900s era.) Before acquiring the Church. After buying the in the former 1886 tion to become an influential and White’s general store on the northeast comer of the Washington Street church in Washington Street sanctu-Evangelical Church on and potent factor in the 1907, the Baptists also wor­ ary, the Baptists remodeled Phillips Street and an exten­ future religious welfare of Main and Washington Streets intersection. (Some readers shipped in other Main Street the building and added a sive addition was attached to our fair village.” the north side of the sanctu­ will recall the building as the quarters just north of the modem heating plant. The News prophecy of During the late 1950s, ary in 1974. The auditorium nearly 90 years ago has been old Van’s Auto AccessoriesLiebhauser building. By then, they had been reorgan- when Rev. Roy Green was seats nearly 600. fulfilled. pastor, the church was again In its report on the extensively remodeled. The Baptists published by The exterior appearance was Nashville News in 1894, the COBB WELL DRILLING altered with the addition of a paper spoke ofthe endurance Verm■■4 oaatu'' n' tJFvMgSii' lle’s (REPAIR masonry front on the frame of the group. Day Service building, and the interior was “The society hopes soon •• 7Pumps Installed & Repaired changed to provide more to have another home of its • Service On Submersible Pumps rooms and better facilities own. And they will. The past • 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience for worship and other servic­ record of the society shows Estimates Available es. such determination and zeal­ 517-726-0377 In 1970, under leadership ous energy that there is little 356 N. Pease Rd., of the present pastor, Rev. doubt in the minds of our Vermontville Lester DeGroot, the people that they will eventu- Richard Cobb ieH^g David Cobb The depot-elevator Ml Lie. #1748 RAILSIDE ■ Call to place your Maple Valley News ad Sfzes 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 to Choosc rom Pu/s Warehouse Space O REPAIR Parts Contact... M66 Tire 130 S. Main. Vermontville 7-726-1500 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66 Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 This excerpt from Vermontville’s Heritage sponsored by the Vermontville Historical Society was written in 1986. barrels were made. West of the depot were stockyards that bought enough stock each week to fill two to four stockcars. South of the depot were storage areas for logs, The Michigan Central sugar beets and lumber. On Railroad arrived in the east of South Main was a Vermontville in 1868 and sawmill, feedmill and a was the first of several busi­ creamery that made cheese ness developments in the and butter. southern part of town. W. H. Benedict owned the The first elevator was elevator for 37 years (1871­ destroyed by fire. North of 1908). It was then sold to the elevator was a furniture John Gearhart and to Charles factory that was connected to Anderson who was the a warehouse by an overhead Michigan Central Railroad tramway located on the rail­ ticket agent and who was road just southwest of the replaced by M. Glenn Eddy. factory. Later, Mr. Anderson became The factory later burned, the sole owner of the eleva­ and the warehouse used as a tor, and he and his son, Ray, hay bam. The hay was operated it until it was sold to loaded on boxcars for ship­ stockholders. It is now ment. The building was later known as the Citizens used as an apple-packing sta­ Elevator. tion where apples were The railroad station in the packed in barrels. Nearby early 1900s was one of the was a cooper shop where busiest places in town and was open 24 hours a day. Ten passenger trains, two local freights and extra stock cars to carry livestock to Detroit and Buffalo passed through each day. Barney Kelly operated a dray line to haul freight and U. S. mail to and from the depot and vari­ ous business establishments. He was succeeded by Charles Park and Mel Bilderbeck. The elevator today has expanded with several silos and a drying machine and is very busy at harvest time. The railroad is no longer in use, and large trucks carry the grain to market. One interesting story that has been passed down through the years is that the railroad company offered to build the tracks through the center of town for two bar­ rels of whiskey but that the town people objected. Repairs • Tires Located Downtown Vermontville 616-374-1200 ATTENTION RETIREES Earn EXTRA CASH! DELIVERINC LOCAL PAPERS LOCAL PAPERS NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR WALKING & DRIVING ROUTES EARN A WEEKLY BASE PAY ... ... plus Insert Pay. Miiiir 'The People Paper' 77581922 Apply in person at,.. , 1351 North M-43 Hwy., | Hastings, Michigan No Phone Calls Please �Page 12 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, November 16, 2013 VETERANS, continued from page 1 Noah Hansen, a seventh grader at Maple Valley Junior High, delivers a speech to veterans Monday. Hansen dedicates his speech to his grandfather Dean Hansen. These Maple Valley- area veterans are seated on the right side of the gymnasium Monday for a celebration in their honor. The Maple Valley High School choir performs for the veterans Monday in a celebration entitled “Honoring All Who Served.” have made. She exhorted her classmates to “Thank a vet­ eran and shake their hand.” Hansen dedicated his talk in memory ofhis grandfather Dean Hansen, who served in the United States Navy. “Brave and proud is how I would describe veterans,” said Hansen. McGlocklin urged her classmates to respect, honor and celebrate veterans. Students Hannah Hilton and Hadley Joppie sang a duet, “Traveling Soldier,” and the choir also performed. Vanderhoeff paid tribute to Ty Stine, a local veteran who has participated in the annual event. Stine died Sunday, Nov. 3. In addition to Stine, Vanderhoeff honored Other veterans who have died, Hansen, Frank Dunham Sr., Bill Stanton and Daniel Coumeya. Coumeya died at age 19 while serving in Iraq. Vanderhoeff said, “When Daniel left he said, ‘I’m leav­ ing, and when I come back, I’ll tell you what it’s really like ...’ He came back, I hate to put it this way, in a box.” United States Navy Veteran Chief Petty Officer Dennis Mapes drew attention to veteran Lloyd Priddy. Priddy served from 1942 to 1946 and spent quite a bit of Eighth grader Hannah McGIocklin’s speech asks “What is war?” time in the South Pacific. Vanderhoeff introduced an honor guard from the United States Navy who demonstrated the flag-fold­ ing ceremony. The ceremony is performed at the burial of veterans. The flag was pre­ sented to Maple Valley Schools Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon. In closing, trumpeter Lee Christopher played taps; with Tony Martin sounding the echo. Veterans were thanked repeatedly for their service, applauded by the students • New Construction Designed and Installed • Boiler Installation and Service • Radiant Floor Tubing and Ceiling Installation • Duct Cleaning and Sanitizing • High-Efficiency Furnace and Air Conditioning Installation • 24-Hour Phone Service • Free Estimates Goodman Air Conditioning & Heating Serving Your Community for Over 40 Years Maple Valley sixth grader Kelsey Meyers encourages classmates to thank veteran and shake their hands.. and then treated to refresh­ ments served in the band room. A flag-folding ceremony is enacted by members of the United States Navy. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 47, November 23, 2013 Wish upon a Star, food baskets and hat and mitten tree are underway in Nashville “Wish upon a Star” orna­ ments adorn the annual Christmas tree on display in the Hastings City Bank lobby. So far, 30 families have turned in wishes by filling out an application in the Nashville Village Office, said coordinator Lois Elliston. Sign-up for the Wish upon a Star and/or the food basket program is open to families who have a Nashville address, said Elliston. Wishes must be received by Monday, Dec. 9. The' United Methodist Church at 210 Washington St. is the scene for gift wrap­ ping which will be Thursday, Dec. 19 at 6:30 p.m. Food basket sorting and packing will be Friday, Dec. 20 at 6 p.m. and fami­ lies may pick up their gifts and food baskets Saturday, Dec. 21 from 9 to noon. Non-perishable food items are being received at both banks, Carl’s Supermarket and the village office. Cash donations are being received at Hastings City Bank. The account is “Community Christmas Baskets.” A hat and mitten tree is in the lobby of the Eaton Federal Savings Bank, said Elliston for people to hang new items to be distributed. The village office is locat­ ed at 203 N. Main St.; Hastings City Bank, 310 N. Main St. and Eaton Federal Savings Bank, 109 S. Main. The village office is open Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed Wednesday and Friday from noon to 1 p.m.; Hastings City Bank is open Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon. Eaton Federal Savings Bank lobby is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon. Volunteers are needed to help with this undertaking. For more information con­ tact Elliston by calling 517­ 852-9683. First blood A first deer for Dawn Yost was shot on her property in Vermontville at 7:30 a.m. on opening day. The deer net­ ted 62 pounds of meat for the freezer, said Yost. See Buck Pole story on page 6. Special education director and principal of Fuller Street resigns Students Mackensi McManamey (from left), Collin Childers, Trae Haney and Izabelle Taylor (looking over her shoulder) write letters and make cards for gift boxes in Natalie Donovan and Tammi King’s classes at Fuller Street Elementary. Fuller Street students ready gift boxes for Wounded Warriors Five big gift boxes for organizations, including Wounded Warrior’s is the project of Tammi King and Natalie Donovan's class­ es. Jamie Wiggs helped organize the session and also provided materials and addresses. Susanne Waffle reads a letter of resignation to the Maple Valley Board of Education Monday. by Shari Carney Staff Writer Susanne Waffle has resigned as principal of Fuller Street Elementary and as special education director for Maple Valley Schools. Waffle is now the Lenewee Intermediate School District regional special education supervisor. Waffle read a letter to the Maple Valley Board of Education Monday night. “... It has been a joy to serve your children, I truly love them.” pristine Stewart, Pathways director and assis­ tant principal of Fuller Street, will be the interim principal effective immedi­ ately. In a letter sent home to parents by Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon she said, “Ms. Waffle has served Maple Valley Schools for 9 and one half years. In the capacity of teacher, director and princi- pal. Susanne has advocated for the well being of all or our students ... Our commit­ ment is always for the bene­ fit of our students. We appre­ ciate your support with this transition.” In This Issue • Speaker talks of overcoming bullies, adversities • Donkey basketball returning to Maple Valley • Vermontville Township Library receives grant • Respect award winners announced at Fuller Street �Page 2 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 23,2013 Vermontville’s Heritage be dead before they could so why keep them around?” Supposedly, he loved to dicker and trade and at one time owned one-third of the buildings in Vermontville. Doctors — Dentists Dr. Snell’s home was at Veterinarians 148 East Main Street which Dr. Oliver Stiles, the earli­ is now owned by the Kermit est resident physician, Ramey family (1986 writ­ arrived in Vermontville with ing). He built a small home the first settlers. After two on Maple Street for his hand­ years ofpractice he moved to icapped daughter, Norena, Bellevue. Another early doc­ who lived there after her tor, Dewey H. Robinson, father’s death. His son, practiced in the village for Leroy, was an author and ten years before returning to educator and was assistant Bennington, Vermont in editor of The American Boy 1846. magazine. He was also the These men were followed author of children’s books by Robert Kedzie, M. D. and was on the staff at Olivet who came to Vermontville in College and served as the 1852. Dr. Kedzie practiced college’s alumni secretary. in the village for eleven A Dr. McEachran lived on years before leaving for the South Main in the home now Civil War. He joined the owned by Lawrence 12th Infantry Division and Thompson. Dr. Hany Davis took part in the Battle of was a dentist and had an Shiloh. He was captured at office on the west side of Shiloh; when offered release, main Street He lived at 195 however, he refused to leave West Main but was in town his casualty-filled hospital. for only a few years. His Dr. Kedzie later became a brother, Dr. George Davis, professor of science and was a veterinarian for many chemistry at Michigan years and lived at 346 West Agricultural College where Main. Dr. Davis, the veteri­ he remained for over 39 narian, passed away in 1948. years. One ofthe buildings at The attractive brick home Michigan State University with the gingerbread trim on bears his name. West Main Street was the Charles Snell, M.D. was a home of two doctors who pioneer doctor bom in practiced for many years. It Charleston, Vermont in 1857 is now the home ofMarianne who came to Vermontville in Martin who is the Art 1878. He practiced in the vil­ Instructor at Maple Valley lage for 55 years and passed High School (1989) The first away in 1934. He was a gen­ doctor to live in this home eral practioner who drove was Dr. Philip Green who many miles in all types of began practicing in 1870. weather to visit patients. Dr. When he died in 1909 he Snell was involved in many willed the property to his activities in the village and foster daughter, Harriet was popular with all of its Barningham, who married Citizens whether they could Ronald Sprague of pay their medical bills or not. Vermontville. They moved It is reported that at one time to Kalamazoo where they he burned thousands of dol­ owned a hardware store for lars of bills that he was many years. unable to collect saying, The home also belonged “They can’t pay now and I’ll to C. I. D. McLaughlin, M. This excerptfrom Vermontville’s Heritage sponsored by the Vermontville Historical Society was written in 1986. D. and family. Dr. and Mrs. McLaughlin had two chil­ dren, Neil, who became a dentist and Maty who mar­ ried a Vermontville man, Millare Pugh, who also became a dentist. Dr. C. L. D. McLaughlin was a gener­ al practioner and drove many miles (often accompanied by his wife Mattie) to treat his patients and officiate at chil­ dren’s births. He maintained an office in the building in which Stanton’s Real Estate and Auctioneers is now located. Dr. McLaughlin was very active in community affairs serving on the village council, the school board, as a Congregational Church trustee, Vermontville Band, etc. He passed away in 1958 at 68 years of age after over 50 years in the village. L. Donald Kelsey, D. O. served the Vermontville area for 25 years before passing away in 1958 following a long illness. He was always very active in village affairs and served as village presi­ dent for nine years. Some of the improvements during his term in office include street lights, a water system, light­ ed parking areas and black­ topped streets. He also served many times as pro­ gram chairman for the maple syrup festival corporation. His home and office were tit 125 West Main Street. Another recent doctor was Roger Barrett, D. O. who practiced for a short time in Vermontville and Charlotte and who is now head of fam­ ily services at Health Central. At this time, Vermontville does not have a doctor. Between 1920-40 Mrs. Charles Hall operated a small hospital on North Main Street in the home which is now owned by Mr. and Mrs. Larry Musser. Local teens join in YAC ‘roofsit’ Members of the Barry Community Foundation Youth Advisory Council take a break from fundraising to pose for a photo with the scaffolding provided for the event by Airtight Insulation. Pictured are (front row, from left) Carley Dole, Jennifer Richards, Peter Beck, Sarah DeBolt, Taylor Tigchelaar, Courtney Rybiski, Kenzie Monroe, Rachel Belson, Matthew Johnson, Ryan Rose, (second row) Courtney Sheffer, Abby Wright, Terra Fox, Marlee Willshire, Joey Lambert, Brandy Ellwood, Jack Longstreet, Connor Wales, Justin Carlson, Maddie Youngs, Maddie Dailey, Kali Wales, Kaety Tuenessen, Timbree Pederson, Tom DeVault, Annie Halle, (third row) Nate Seeber, Turner Hale, Andrew Brown, Amber VanMeter, Danielle Coles, Rachel Ranes, Isaiah Guenther, Max Richards, Hannah Butchbaker, Rebecca Tanner, Sarah Bassett, Justin Sydloski, Kaylee Spencer, Braedon Halle and Aiden Pursely. by. Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter A group of 27 teens were on the streets of downtown Hastings Saturday, flagging down cars and holding out fishing nets to collect money from passing motorists. But they weren’t panhandling, they were raising money as part of the Barry Community Foundation Youth Advisory Council’s 12th annual roofsit And while they weren’t actually panhandling, they weren’t actually sitting on a roof, either — it was actually a scaffolding erected on the curb in front of Secondhand Comers on the southwest corner of Jefferson and State streets. But, whether it was a roof or a scaffolding is just a matter of semantics, the point is to provide an annual platform for YAC to raise money for a local charity. YAC members raised $1,85.5 in pledges and dona­ tions from passing motorists during Saturday’s event. Local businesses and com­ munity members pledged and donated an additional $2,177, bringing the total to $4,032. Hastings Fiberglass pledged to match up to $3,000 of the funds raised, further raising the total to $7,032 for the Barry County YMCA. Tom DeVault, YMCA director, said the funding will be used to expand the Y’s youth sports program. “This is great; it’s youth supporting youth sports,” said DeVault who was at the roofsit Saturday afternoon. “The funds they raise this year will be used to support and expand our programs and purchase some equip­ ment, particularly for tennis. This will give us a huge leg •up.” “I couldn’t feel more happy or blessed,” he. said. “Youth helping youth is a big thing for us at the Y. It’s a nice synergy.” DeVault and YAC advisor Jennifer Richards from the Barry Community Foundation said they appre­ ciate the up to $3,000 match­ ing grant from Hastings Fiberglass. Students collect money from passing motorists. • niHK1 The Sun and News 'The People Paper' The attractive brick home with the gingerbread trim on West Main Street was the home of two doctors who practiced for many years. (Illustration by Marianne Martin) news - Display Advertising Deadline - ~ Classified Advertising Deadline - for The Reminder, The Sun and News, The Lakewood News and the Maple Valley News will be Wednesday at 5:00 p.m. for The Reminder, The Sun and News, The Lakewood News and the Maple Valley News will be Friday at Noon �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, November 23, 2013 — Page 3 Speaker talks of overcoming bullies Last year’s donkey basketball tournament winners included members of the Vermontville Fire Department (from left) Chris Rumsey, Jeff Wetzel, Dakota Wetzel, Dan Flory and Cam Abfalter. Donkey basketball returning to Maple Valley Plenty of hilarious action and a good crowd are expect­ ed to keep the Maple Valley High School gym buzzing and perhaps braying MSU Spartan. lanni scored Thursday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m. 20 points in the match-up. when the annual donkey bas­ “I let my game do the talk­ ketball tournament kicks off. ing,” he said. “Be careful. Maple Valley juniors, sen­ That person you’re bullying iors, businesses and the may be your boss oi)e day Or Vermontville Fire an actor, an athlete or presi­ Department will provide the dent of this country.” entertainment. “There are three keys to be Advanced tickets are now successful,” said lanni; available in the Maple “motivation, hard work and Valley Jr./Sr. High School support.” office for $6. Tickets at the lanni gave credit to his door will be $8. All proceeds parents, teachers, principals will go to the Maple Valley and coaches for their help in FFA Chapter to sponsor achieving his goals. leadership programs. “I still go to my parents for Many fans believe it is the advice,” said lanni, “ no mat­ ter how old I get.” He concluded his talk with a challenge to the students to be heroes and leaders to “the little guys.” “I’m only 24 years old, but I am going to do this the rest of my life.” O No passes (?) Stadium Seating SHOWTIMES 11/23 -11/25 “Be careful what you say,” TITUS AHO TIMOS SUBJECT TO CHANCE he concluded. “You may FROZEN (PG) STARTS TUE. 11/26 7:00,9:20 PM save somebody’s life.” Motivational speaker Anthony “A. I.” lanni tells Maple Valley youths to prevent bul­ lying. f i iL'fehaitH'i ■4 iju.’m.' ® tettisfci ta Chee fatasalfop Nt k n» ta HiSiB r fete ■ by Shari Carney Staff Writer Maple Valley students heard a motivational talk by Anthony lanni of the ^utism Alliance of Michigan Noy. 14. lanni is a former MSU basketball award win­ ner. At age 4, he was diag­ nosed with pervasive devel­ opmental disorder, a condi­ tion on the autism spectrum. Doctors and specialists told his parents that he would barely graduate from high school, would never graduate from college, would, never have a shot at being an ath­ lete and would likely live in a group institution for his adult life. But with the help and sup­ port of family and his own hard work, lanni earned a bachelor’s degree in sociolo­ gy from MSU, where, at 6 foot 9 inches he was a mem­ ber of Tom Izzo’s Big 10 basketball team. Bullied from kindergarten through high school, lanni has dedicated his life to reaching young people with an anti-bullying message. As a first grader, an upper­ classman whom lanni con­ sidered a friend started mak­ ing fun of him and at one point tricked him into putting his tongue on a frozen pole. Years later, the same bully asked lanni to autograph a basketball after an MSU game. “He said it was for his younger brother,” said lanni who signed the ball. “He did­ n’t have a brother.” By age 15, lanni was six feet tall and wore a size 13 shoe. After greeting a class­ mate in the hallway, he heard a voice behind him say, “There goes the Jolly Green Giapt.” Fast forward to a basket­ ball game with this bully now a UM Wolverine assigned to guard lanni a Nov. 25, at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum in Grand Rapids from 7 to 9 p.m. Officials from the United States Military Academy, United States Air Force CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Nov. 28-29 Dec. 5 Dec. 7 Fair Board Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center Extension Office closed for Thanksgiving holiday Fair Board Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center 4-H Science Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Courts & Law Building Community Room Beetle Bomb, Super Stupid, Rigor Mortis, and Elvis. Elvis is billed as the world’s most buckin’ donkey. After the teams are cho­ sen, the battle lines are drawn and the donkeys are ready to go. All that’s needed is a full house at the Maple Valley gym. Doors will, open ^t fj‘15 p.m. to let the faps pour in and watch what the donkey­ backers claim to be “wilder than a rodeo” and “funnier than a circus” For tickets, stop at the high school, see an FFA member or call Saari, 517­ 852-9971. Buy One Retail Product Get One at 1/2 Off Open ’tn 2PM O THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE (PG-13) Students invited to learn about military academies Monday High school students living in the 2nd and 3rd Congressional districts who are interested in learning more about the U.S. service academies are invited to Academy Night Monday, donkeys that are the very pride of the court and the stars of the show. These tal­ ented and sportsminded ani­ mals are from Buckeye Donkey Ball Company of Marengo, Ohio, and all of them know their way around the basketball court, said FFA Advisor Aaron Saari. “This is a great way for local leaders to support the FFA as well as showing sup­ port for our local communi­ ty,” he added. Donkey basketball is played with eight donkeys and four riders on each team. One of the donkey teams is comprised of Thunder Ball, Snuffy, Kilroy and Honey Pot. The other team includes Academy, United States Naval Academy, United States Merchant Marine Academy, and the United States Coast Guard Academy will provide information about the academies and the application process. Students typically begin the admissions process in the spring of their junior year of high school. More informa­ tion about nominations can be found at http://amash.house.gov/serving-you/military-academynominations. The museum is at 303 Pearl St., NW, Grand Rapids. 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She is survived by her son, Jon (Susan) Jensen; son-in­ law, Tom Taylor; five grand­ children; nine great grand­ children; a niece; and three nephews. ice. In lieu of flowers, memori­ al contributions may be made to the First Congregational Church, Salvation Army, or the Library of Michigan Foundation note for Brail and Talking Books Library. Arrangements by Wetherby Funeral Home, 402 Wildwood Ave. 517.787.7511. Jean enjoyed traveling, volunteering, playing cards, and spending time with family-and friends. Per her wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at the First Congregational Church in Jackson on Saturday, November 23, 2013 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Kerry Snyder offi­ ciating. Visitation will also take place at the church from 1 p.m. until the time of serv- Mary Carpenter NASHVILLE, MI - Mary Carpenter, age 96,, of Nashville passed away Sunday, November 17th, 2013 at The Flower House. Mary was bom in LaGrange , IN on December 29, 1916, the daughter of the late Harry and Zena (Marrow) Miller. She was raised in Topeka IN and attended local school and graduated from High School in 1935. She was the widow of Wade Carpenter. The couple was married in LaGrange IN, on September 14, 1937. Wade and Mary moved to Nashville in 1947 where they raised their family together. They had been married 72 years when Wade passed away in 2009. Her family was always a great source of enjoyment for Mary, and she took great pride in their care. Along with her husband Wade, the couple owned and operated Nashville Products which they started together in 1946. They ran the business for over 20 years. After retir­ ing, Mary and Wade enjoyed traveling together. On one work related trip they had the opportunity to spend 11 months in Ireland where Wade was helping open a new factory. During that trip they also visited Paris, London, and Scotland. The couple enjoyed their retire­ ment spending winter months in Punta Gorda Florida which they did for over 25 years. Mary is survived by her two daughters, Karla Murphy, Barbara (Stephen) Bouwens; two sons, Larry (Vanessa) Carpenter, James (Sandy) Carpenter; a sister, Ila Gene Hill; 14 grandchil­ dren, and 12 great grandchil­ dren. She was preceded in death by her husband Wade in 2009; her son-in-law, Michael Murphy; and her brothers Evert and Harry Miller; and sister Juanita Stahl. Graveside services took place at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville, on Wednesday, November 20, 2013, with LeRoy Mast officiating. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit our website at www.dahielsfiineralhome. net for further details. Funeral arrangements are pending at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net for service information and details. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. James L. Hayes HASTINGS, MI - James L Hayes, age 73, of Hastings passed away peaceful at his home on Friday, November 22,2013. Cool Looks HASTINGS, MI - Stanley R. Hause, age 73, of Hastings passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus, in Grand Rapids. Stanley was bom in Hastings, on November 18, 1940, the son of the late Raymond and Jennie (Converse) Hause. He was farm life sometimes dictates, raised in the Hastings area he was always ready for the and attended Hastings Area next project whether it be Schools, completing his edu­ completely remodeling the cation while in the Air Force. house, putting on a new roof, He was the husband of electrical or plumbing work: Donna (Ackett) Hause. The you name it, Stanley could do couple were married at the it. Every project started and EUB church in Nashville on completed always having September 26, 1959. They met "Farm Code". made their home together in He loved being outside, the Hastings area where they and hunting season was raised their family together. always a favorite time the Stanley and Donna have lived year for Stanley and his fami­ on their farm for the past 48 ly. Throughout the years, years, and have celebrated 54 Stanley has harvested over 40 years of marriage. Whitetail deer, as well as Stanley joined the United squirrel, pheasant and other States Air Force on small game. A large part of September 18, 1958 and was his enjoyment came from a member of the 92nd passing his knowledge of the Transportation Squadron. outdoors to his children and While serving his country grandchildren, who as young Stanley was decorated with children were introduced to the Good Conduct Medal and the outdoor lifestyle and was Honorably discharged in respect for the animals they 1962 after 4 years of service. hunted. The family always When he returned from the enjoyed the venison harvest­ Air Force Stanley began work ed during the hunting season at Hastings Manufacturing and one of Stanley's favorite where he served faithfully for meals was squirrel meat. 43 years. One of his greatest Stanley enjoyed bowling, assets in his occupation was golf, and especially fast pitch his ability to communicate soft ball. He began playing with outside vendors and cus­ softball in 1963, and in 1985 tomers. Throughout his Stanley's team were the Class career Stanley was often E State Champions. During called upon to work with that season Stanley pitched these outside contacts to five straight games in one day problem solve and continual­ to advance to the Regional ly work toward product Level. He was inducted into improvement the Freeport Softball Hall of Stanley was a very hard­ Fame in 2005. working, self-sufficient man Family was always and could do just about any- Stanley's first priority; thing. He considered himself whether enjoying the out­ a self proclaimed "Dr. of doors, working on the farm, He farmed the or going with family on their Motors". majority of his life, and as annual Rice Lake fishing trips, Stanley truly enjoyed simply spending time with this family. Stanley's faith kept him going until he lost his battle with cancer, and went to a better place. Stanley is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years Donna; daughter, Merry Hause; son Steve (Katie) Hause; grandsons, Jeremy and Cody Hause; three sis­ ters, Sue Heney, Gloria (Al) Buchanan, Bobbie (Stan) Wilkins; five brothers, Mike (Nancy) Hause, Jim (Sandy) Hause, George (Ruby) Hause, Bernard (Kathy) Hause, Raymond (Joyce) Hause, his very special Aunt Maggie Converse, and several nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Raymond and Jennie (Converse) Hause; nephew Bob Hause; and niece Lisa Hause. Funeral services will be held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2013, with Charles J. Converse officiating. Luncheon will be served immediately following the funeral service at Thomapple Valley Church. Graveside committal service with full military honors provided by the American Legion Post #45 will commence at Irving Township following the luncheon. Memorial contributions, can be made to the American Cancer Society or charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net. Extended Tanning Hours For Your Convenience Tanning NmuttBrtutsntvtM!Blacl{ Friday Blacl Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Mon., Tbes. & Wed., Nov. 25th, 26th & 27th THE MORE YOU BUY... THE MORE YOU SAVE! pgva KENRA smmwiimLBiisiiiisscsmsmfmsaisoii! fRlENOs Stylists... Teri, Lynzie and Amy 207 N. 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Tuesday, Nov. 26 Braunschweiger and Swiss cheese, marinated vegeta­ bles, bun, diced peaches. Wednesday, Nov. 27 Cottage cheese, pea and cheese salad, roll, Mandarin oranges. Thursday, Nov. 28 COA closed. No meal delivery. Friday, Nov. 29 ■COA closed. No meal delivery. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Nov. 25 BBQ chicken thigh, garlic mashed potatoes, cabbage, orange, granola bar. Tuesday, Nov. 26 Swedish meatballs, noo­ dles, com, Brussels sprouts, applesauce. Wednesday, Nov. 27 Sliced turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, pumpkin dessert. Thursday, Nov. 28 COA closed. No meal delivery. Friday, Nov. 29 COA closed. No meal deliveiy. Activities Calendar Monday, Nov. 25 Hastings: Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; Music with Sam; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Kinship Support Family Potluck 6-7:30 p.m. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, Nov. 26 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Zumba Gold 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27 Thanksgiving Party 10:30­ 12:30. Hastings: Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Woodland: Sing-a-long. Delton: Remi­ niscence; Birthday Party. Thursday, Nov. 28 Happy Thanksgiving. COA closed. Friday, Nov. 29 - COA Closed. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Vafley News* Saturday. November 23,2013 — Page 5 Navigators available to help ■ ccSS<<» ■■c< »’ The Barry Eaton District Health Department has coor­ dinated with Cherry Street Health Services to bring their Navigator to the health department Tuesday, Nov. 26, and Tuesday, Dec. 10. by Pat Powers Consumers must go to the Director ofTransportation Healthcare.gov website to In cases of bad weather, Maple Valley School District fol- access the tax credits thatt lows a set of guidelines before choosing to open or close.. make purchasing private The district decides what is best for the students. We real­ insurance more affordable. ize this may not fit individual circumstances. Therefore, we Navigators, who will help encourage families to decide what is best for your child. You consumers work through the are always the best judge for your child’s health and safety. website, will be available to I along with the transportation assistant and mechanic trav- provide one-on-one assisel roads to check conditions. In addition, the weather forecast tance accessing and under­ the Health is reviewed and representatives at the Eaton and Barry standing County Road commissions, Nashville and Vermontville vil- Insurance Marketplace. Cherry Street Health lage department of public works and Barry and Eaton County emergency dispatchers are consulted. The neighboring school Services is the Regional districts of Bellevue, Hastings, Lakewood and Charlotte are Lead Navigator for Region 3, includes Barry called to see if buses will be able to travel safely in these which areas. County. The navigator will The decision is made by 5:30 a.m. and then communicated be available for appointto local news outlets. To avoid families having issues with child care we try to keep schools open if it’s safe to do so. For Rent School-closing policies > 5^ i^hS t'^Sk £<$$ ’M T * Miis '*bttlii< *bttl^ii< "* *< w% W>fc *fe AT1* • e &S ft A ---S *Jj ^taailaL •iffi Mf jJJ j Iffliku W? M (uju “brtlHinj ItJMl wfc lid# tat®®',-. W tamsdikh! I MteiM te fafrtorijo My, WKisikimte k at- tata From the Pulpit with Affordable Care Act Be thankful with an attitude of gratitude ments in the morning and for walk-ins from 1 to 3 p.m. those two dates. To make a morning appointment, call Jill Sambaer, 517-541-2610. Anyone planning to work with a navigator should bring: • Social Security numbers (or document numbers for legal immigrants) • Birth dates • Pay stubs, W-2 forms, or “wage and tax statements” • Policy numbers for any current health insurance • Information about any health insurance an individ­ ual or family could get from their employment The health department is at 330 W. Woodlawn Ave. in Hastings. by Pastor Daniel Smith Vermontville Bible Church Psalm 100 invites us to “give thanks” to the Lord, and to bless His name, for the Lord is good.” Each Thanksgiving Day is a reminder to thank God for His goodness to us. With all of the struggles of life, some people may ask. “Why should I thank God? Life is hard. What do I have to thank God for?” When the Pilgrims celebrated the very first Thanksgiving, conditions were harsh. They had already lost half of their loved ones in previous winters due to inadequate food and housing. But they never lost their trust in a God who cares, and who provides. With help from their new-found friends, the Indians, they learned how to hunt and to farm. On that first Thanksgiving celebration, the Pilgrims were deeply grateful to God for their new home, and for their new found freedom to worship God according to the dictates of their hearts. After that, the Thanksgiving Day tradition died out over the years. It wasn’t until a century and a half later that George Washington proclaimed a national day of thanksgiving to thank God for the new constitution that had just been ratified. He wrote, “It is the duty of all nations, of all people, to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, and to obey His will, and to be grateful for His bene­ fits.” Thanksgiving didn’t become an annual holiday until Abraham Lincoln proclaimed it to be so in 1863. Every year since that time, exactly 150 years ago. Thanksgiving has been a day when we Americans step back and thank God for His kindness toward us. James 1:17, “Every good thing given, and every perfect gift is from above ...’’The truth is that we owe God our very next breath. Even in difficult times, God has been so good to us. I am grateful for my family, and friends. But I am also thankful that there is a God in heaven who knows all about us, and who loved us enough to send His Son, Jesus, to die on a cross, to make it possible for us to be forgiven, and to have eternal life. What are you thankful for? We have an opportunity. What opportunity? To cultivate an attitude of gratitude. Give thanks to the Lord, bless His name, for the Lord is good. Community Notices FOR RENT: 33 bedroom OPERATION CHRISTMAS When schools are closed because of extreme cold house in Nashville, $550 a CHILD SHOE BOXES may When the National Weather service has a wind chill warn­ month, 517-852-1718 be dropped off at Grace ing for Barry/Eaton County before the school day begins, a Ministry Center at 8950 E. M79 Hwy., just west of decision is made if schools should close. School will likely be Business Services Nashville. Receiving times open if there is a wind chill advisory (not a warning). are November 18th-25th, GLOBAL DISCOUNT GAMon. 18th, Wed., Fri., Sat. School is not generally dismissed early in bad weather RAGE DOORS. Spring re- 10am-12noon, Tues. 7pmWhere adults work outside the home, with no child care pairs, electric openers re­ 9pm, Thurs. lpm-3pm, Sun. arrangements available, school is often kept open. However, placed and repaired, Free es­ 9am-12:30pm,, Mon. 25th timates, Lowest prices guar­ 9am-llam. Call Lisa at a parent may pick up their child by choice. anteed. Call (616)334-3574. church office: 517-852-1783. When schools close for other reasons The district will communicate via the instant alert system MAPLE VALLEY RESIDENTS, when school is closed for any other reason. Local radio or tel­ pleasejoin us with our evision stations will be advised also. CHRISTMAS ACTIVITIES Weather delays School will typically bedelayed no more than two hours. This will be determined if conditions will improve within the two hour wait. Most delays are due to fog conditions. For every family that is happy school is in session another feels schools should be closed. The decision to open or close brings out some of the strongest community reactions. Safety considerations are foremost in these decisions. T SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH at noon * Decorate Central Park downtown Nashville 'j TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3RD Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at 6 p.m. in Central Park. * SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14TH . Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads! Maple Valley Christmas Parade at noon. Line up time 11:30 a.m. at opr V.F.W.. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17TH HOLLY TROLLEY T 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. pick up loca­ tion is at The Revue Banquet ♦ Hall (wanning station). liana’s ’■Pfiace Hope to see you at our activi­ ties, and we wish EVERYONE a -* VERYMERRY CHRISTMAS -* and a HAPPYNEW YEAR. The Place to Gofor Professional Styling • Sincerely, Nashville Route 66 Volunteer Group MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday — Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thomapple Lake Rd. f . 1-517-852-9481 rrn.irr LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE Thorsdiy.N”^ COA ctod ijss tMFrid>J>J ’ « ® F rid>J >J« #• ... ,u Kir W,,,, tilil*JI m jLi •*% %$ . rt f:*H2r>Lt H>r<L>t n Luu •*> Aw >> ««*X*Xai^'iiL, Ft1 F'1 ' if ai^'L Ft'1 ' 5, Htf Ht ^f ^' c0^.^ 0 ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES a A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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. 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 Morning Worship............................ 11 Evening Worship............................. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ......... :45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer ot Baseline & Church Roads (2 nri/es 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 600-7:15 ...........................Pioneer Club Sun: 900.................................. Sunday 10O0.......................................... Church 11:00..................................... Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training . PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . 517-7264)526 . Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. . Children's Sunday School: 9:30 am. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 aun. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAM0 UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship.............................. 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FE1GHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School................... 10 a.m. hAoo.Ml. Sendee 11:15 a.m. vPic.Me. Service 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Worship........................... 11:15 a.m. Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School........................... 9:45 A.M. Sendee ..................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service.................................... 6 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 GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-852-2043 . PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................. 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 203 N. State, Nashville 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 930 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-726-0526 WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 oeeooow �Page 6 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, November 23,2013 Let the deer harvest begin Chase Gardner from Livonia shot this deer on his property in Vermontville. Gardner attends the deer pole event Saturday sponsored by Quality Deer Management Association and Duey’s Corner. (Photo by Christine Terpening) A buck pole contest was well attended Saturday night with a huge crowd but a few less bucks than last year, said Maxson’s Christmas Tree Farm Family Choose-n-Cut • 10 AM Daily - Dark Open Nov. 22 - Dec. 22 • Beautiful blue spruce 5-14' trees Ride the “Chariot" to the trees Clvuiionai, W'veralliA • (fift Shoppe fyiee allot Chocolate & Coohiei 6861 Tischer Rd., Lake Odessa Take M-43 north to Carlton Center, left on Usbome, right on Brown, right on Tischer, first farm on rightt 616-374-7831 SANTA’S FAVORITE TREE FARM totirtn tn tn-tn tn to tn to t tn to toto to t> 06826704 Need heat and energy help? Applications at TrueNorthServices.org or call TrueNorth at 1 -855-300-8013. Submit completed application by email to applications@tnempower.org, fax (231) 355-3030, or mail TrueNorth, PO Box 149, Fremont, Ml 49412. Denny Gardner displays this rack Saturday at the deer pole in Vermontville. (Photo by Christine Terpening) Youth winner of the deer pole contest Saturday is Alexander Trowbridge. Alexander points to his prize winning entry. (Photo by Christine Terpening) Duane Eldred, owner of Duey’s Corner in Vermontville. Fewer deer displayed was attributed to the warmer temperatures Saturday. Quality Deer Management Association sponsored a con­ test with the overall winner being Jordan Schray with his 12 point. Schray won a Muddy tree stand and Muddy climber. Youth win­ ner was Alexander Trowbridge with his wide eight point. Trowbridge recieved a Darton youth bow package. From the remaining entries Blake Davis’ name was drawn to receive a Muddy ladder tree stand. Dawn Yost of Vermontville was unable to attend the contest but shot her first deer ever on her own property at 7:35 a.m. of opening day. GET MORE NEWS! Jordan Schray is the overall winner of the deer pole competition Saturday in Vermontville with his 12 point. The contest is sponosored by Quality Deer Management Association and Duey’s Corner. (Photo courtesy of Duane Eldred) Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. TrueNorth Is a regional nonprofit committed to serving the low-income, ruenorth * community services ” Call 945-9554 for more information. FRIDAYS: December 6 & 13 at7 pm SATURDAYS: December 7 & 14 at 2 pm & 7 pm SUNDAYS: December 8 & 15 at2pm Main Street T heatre house 301 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE (Theater is on corner of Main & Washington. Use side entrance and go upstairs) Adultj S10r Seniors (*62 up) € Stodeatt $8, CHUtm 12 and under $5 Reserved Selling recommended by calling 517 749 1229 or emailing th erevue l*y*ahoaxom Doon open 30 *minute before curtain. .*Crmremiou Pete Parking, and Air Conditioning *T1* R«vue (Nashville Theatre Group) and The Revue (Children’s Theatre) Blake Davis’ name was selected in a random drawing Saturday at the deer pole competition in Vermontville. Blake went home with a Mudder ladder tree stand cour­ tesy of Quality Deer Management Association and Duey’s Corner. (Photo courtesy of Duane Eldred) �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 23, 2013 — Page 7 Photo courtesy of Getty Images Time for TURKEY FAMILY FEATURES O ne ofthe most memorable moments at any holiday dinner is when a moist, delicious turkey is brought to the table. Everyone grabs their forks at the sight ofa perfectly brown bird glistening with juicy flavor. Make sure your holiday meal is a special one by following these simple tips for roasting the perfect turkey. For more recipes, visit www.bertolli .com. Under-the-Skin Turkey Thawing the Turkey ■ Thaw your turkey in the refrigerator for 24 hours per 5 pounds in weight. For example, a 20 pound bird takes four days to thaw. Thaw it faster by covering with cold water in the sink and chang­ ing the water every halfhour per pound ofturkey. ■ Don't unwrap a frozen turkey before thawing. ■ Refrigerate the turkey as soon as it has thawed or cook it immediately. ■ For best eating quality, do not refreeze uncooked turkey. Roasting the Bird ■ Buy a turkey with a pop-up timer, which ensures proper cooking time. ■ Baste the turkey with Bertolli Extra Light Olive Oil. ■ Place turkey breast-side-up on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Cook in an oven preheated to 325°F. ■ For an unstuffed turkey, place a stalk or two ofcelery, season­ ings, a cut-up onion and a handful ofparsley in the cavity to keep it moist. ■ Lay a “tent” of foil loosely over the turkey to prevent over­ browning. ■ During the last halfhour ofcooking, remove the foil and baste. ■ The turkey is done when the meat thermometer is 180°F and the stuffing is 165°F. Ifyou don't have a meat thermometer, look for the red stem to go up on the pop-up timer, press a thumb and forefinger into the thick part ofthe drumstick to see ifit feels soft or wiggle a drum­ stick to see ifit moves easily. ■ Never partially cook a turkey. Always cook it completely once started. ■ For easier carving, let the turkey stand at room temper­ ature for at least 20 minutes. 1 turkey with pop-up tinier 1 handful offresh parsley, finely minced 2 cloves garlic, finely minced 2 to 4 tablespoons Bertolli Extra Light Olive Oil 1 teaspoon herbs, Italian or Mexican seasonings, oregano or your favorite 1 orange, thinly sliced Gently run your hand under turkey skin to loosen it from the meat. Do not remove skin; simply loosen it. Mix parsley, garlic, olive oil and herbs together. Dip orange slices in mixture to coat, and then gently shove them under skin. Baste entire turkey with olive oil, which will give your turkey an appetizing golden-brown color. Bake in moderate heat (about 350°F). When the turkey is done, pop-up timer stem appears; the meat is firm to the touch andjuices run clear, not pink, when pricked with fork. Easy Sausage and Cranberry Stuffing, Apple and Walnut Stuffing Basic Dressing or Stuffing Casserole Easy Sausage and Cranberry Stuffing Makes 12 (1/2-cup) servings 2 6-ounee packages seasoned dressing 1 cup (2 sticks) melted butter or margarine 1 1/2 cups chopped celery 1 cup chopped onion 1 1/2 cups broth, fruit juice or water Combine dressing with butter or margarine, celery and onion. Stir liquid in gradually. Spoon into 2 1/2 or 3-quart greased casserole dish. Bake covered 30 minutes at 350°F. Remove cover and bake 5 to 10 minutes longer for a crisper top. 10 to 12 servings cup dried cranberries cup apple juice cup chicken broth pound uncooked breakfast or mild sausage 2 cups diced, fresh celery 1 cup diced, fresh onion 1 to 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans (optional) 3/4 cup chicken broth 1 10-ounce package herb seasoned stuffing Place dried cranberries, apple juice and 1/2 cup chicken broth into small glass bowl; microwave uncovered on high for 2 minutes. Stir, and place to the side (thus allowing liquid to be absorbed by the dried berries). Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large, nonstick pot, brown sliced or chopped sausage, breaking up and stirring frequently until browned. Reduce heat to low, add celery and onion, and saute until vegetables are somewhat tender (about 3 to 4 minutes). Add chopped pecans if desired, soaked cranberries (including liquid), and 3/4 cup ofchicken broth. Stir and remove from heat. Fold in entire contents of stuffing package until well combined and spoon mixture into a 9 x 11-inch baking dish that has been prepared with cooking oil spray. Cover baking dish with foil and bake at 350°F for approximately 20 minutes. Remove foil, return to oven, and bake for an additional 10 minutes uncovered. Remove from the oven, cool slightly while slicing turkey or other poultry to serve with the meal, and garnish *before presentation with 1/2 cup pecan halves ifdesired. - Apple and Walnut Stuffing 8 servings cup chopped celery cup chopped onion cup butter or margarine cup chicken broth cup sparkling cider 6-ounee packages seasoned dressing 2 cups chopped, peeled apple 1 cu^ chopped walnuts In a large skillet over medium heat, cook celery and onion in butter or margarine until tender, about 5 minutes. Add chicken broth and heat for 2 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the remain­ ing ingredients, add celery mixture, and mix well. Loosely stuffturkey just before roasting. Place remaining stuffing in a greased baking dish and bake at 350°F for 30 minutes, or until thoroughly heated. Makes 1 1 1/2 1 3/4 2 Planning for Leftovers Save all ofthe delicious leftover turkey in a sealable container and store it in the refrigerator. There arc many great recipes that feature turkey, such as stir­ fry with vegetables, turkey wraps, burritos, turkey hash, turkey loafand, ofcourse, good, old-fashioned turkey sandwiches. Basic Dressing or Stuffing Casserole with additions Makes 1 1/2 1/2 1 �Page 8 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, November 23,2013 Memories of the Past This week in Nashville history the flats at H. Feighner’s, the farmers of Maple Grove have taken the matter into their own hands and are holding bees to grade and level the same. 1877 — Freem Tathbone 1873 — The panic has reached us at last. A well- and Ella Dart were married known local house suspend­ last Sunday, and Monday ed yesterday with liabilities night they were treated to an of 94 cents and assets of one old-fashioned chivaree in box of sardines, one quart of which horse-fiddles, cow hard cider, one set of dice, bells, shotguns and tin ket­ one tobacco box and seven tles took a noisy part. It is reported that the bridegroom cents in change. 1874 Miss Eucebia was to have been kidnapped Chapin of Assyria has been and placed on the night train, engaged to teach in school but that he resisted seizure so district No. 2 Maple Grove forcibly that two of his Township, for four months, would-be kidnappers still are at $39 per month. Miss Eliza laid up with injuries. 1878 Nashville now Yourex will teach the Quailtrap School, receiving ranks about neck and neck $36 per month. with Chicago, so far as 1875 — The mill pond muddy streets are concerned. froze over Saturday night, 1879 — F.J. Purchis has and Sunday, the boys were departed for three weeks of out with their skates, campaigning among the deer although the ice was no of northern Michigan ... longer ,safe; by early after­ Despite the cold weather, the noon, cider mills continue to grind 1876 — Potatoes are up to and squeeze away at the last 75 cents a bushel, but a dol­ remnants of the apple crop. lar still will buy a cord of H.R. Dickinson’s mill alone good wood ... After waiting has turned out more than 500 five years for the pathmaster barrels of cider this fall. to appropriate a sufficient 1880 C.C. Wolcott’s sum to fix the roads across sewing machine records This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Nov. 22,1983. Fred Appelman built this house, the first three-story brick in Nashville, in 1881 on Reed Street at the south­ east corner of the Main Street intersection. In 1902, it was purchased as a family residence by Admiral Nelson Appelman. For a number of years, the building served as an apartment house before being torn down for a gas station site. show that he sold 62 Whites since Aug. 1. 1881 — Mrs. Loomis was painfully injured Thursday night when she accidentally stepped backward off the walk between Edward’s har­ ness shop and Dr. Goucher’s office and fell to the ground, a distance of about eight feet. 1883 — The firm of Spore & Weaver had located in the village and is preparing to do dyeing, cleaning, repairing and tailoring in the very best style and at reasonable prices.’ 1887 — Union Thanksgiving service will be next Thursday at the Evangelical Church; sermon by Rev. F. Hurd of the Congregational Church ... A Congregational social will be held at C.L. Glasgow’s Wednesday evening. 1889 — D.L. Hullinger has opened a shop on Reed Street, near Main, where he is engaged in manufacturing the Happy Home washing machine, said to be a very fine implement 1891 — The Michigan Central Railroad did proba­ bly the largest volume of business from this station in its history last month. The freight receipts were 1,300,000' pounds and the shipments were 1,500,000 ... the tariff was $2,300, The ticket sales .were not corre­ spondingly large, but footed up to $750. Agent McCall also handled 300 Western Union Union messages. messages. 1898 — In two days last week, Downing Bros. & Co. bought, dressed and shipped more than 30,000 pounds of poultry, a record that we doubt has ever been equaled in Michigan. 1899 Sol Troxel has returned from the north with one deer, which he said cost him $22. Pretty expensive meat, but worth it. 1902 — A.N. Appelman has purchased the three-story brick residence property of Fred Appelman, on North Main, and will probably move his family there in the near future ... Glenn H. Young returned from Lansing Friday with his new Oldsmobile and is becoming quite proficient in its man­ agement. 1903 — Local mail carri­ ers have received notice from Washington that they need not make their rounds on Thanksgiving Day. 1904 — The streets have become so dusty that a fire hose was brought but Wednesday and Main Street received a good wetting. Some of the farmers of the adjoining country wish the same thing might happen to their wheat fields. 1905 - The Nashville Cooperage Co. is turning out a big order of barrels for a Grand Rapids concern, that is expected to keep the plant busy until well past the holidays ... Townsend Bros, and J.B. Marshall’s elevator together are giving employ­ ment to more than 30 bean The success of early Nashville hardware merchant Charles C. Wolcott in selling sewing machines was noted by The News in mid-November 1880. Less than 50 years later, the paper commented on the number of indoor toilets installed in the village by his successor, C.L: Glasgow. In addition to his hardware business, Wolcott was builder and proprietor of the 1878 Wolcott House hotel on South Main. pickers. 1923 — Work on M-79 west of town, goes merrily on. The big steam shovel is *6* 6 IMrfFclMwAUOniIFEC Sf pg-11/01 In November 1891 the Nashville News reported that Michigan Central Railroad had set a record for business volume at the local station the previous month totaling 2.8 million pounds of freight — not counting ticket sales and Western Union service. At that time, the frame building at right served as both freight and passenger station. The brick depot (center) was built in 1904. Nashville ranked neck and neck with Chicago as far as muddy streets are concerned in the fall of 1878, accord- iing to The News, but in mid-November 1907, village streets were so dusty that a fire hose was hauled out to wet down Mam Street. Children play on a paved crosswalk in this northward view taken about 1909 The buildinq at left is site of the present-day Musser service station; the stores at right are now apartments �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, November 23, 2013 — Page 9 From Our Readers Locd Citizens Speak Out On Issues LEGAL NOTICE Sexton bid process unfair To the editor: article in the Maple Valley At the special meeting of the Vermontville Township Board Nov. 13, the village clerk stated that the township is a business. But business does not discriminate against personalities, and that is exactly what board members did Nov. 13 at the sealed bid openings for sexton at Woodlawn Cemetery. Forty-year sexton Jack Rathbum has spent 11 years training Allan Gardner to be his successor. A previous News released the cemetery LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mordtgage mdade by Seth McDiarmid and Brenda McDiarmid, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.,as nominee for West Michigan Finance Inc., its successors or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 30, 2007 and recorded December 5, 2007 in Instrument Number 20071205-0004893, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-One Thousand Six Hundred Four and 95/100 Dollars ($71,604.95) including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County., Michigan at 1:00 PM on DECEMBER 19, 2013. Said premises are located in the Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Land situated in the Township of Hope, County of Barry, State of Michigan:The South 280.0 feet of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 22, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, subject to an easement for ingress and egress over and West 66 feet thereof across the t appurtenant to land adjoining the North side of described parcel. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The can foreclosing mortgagee 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. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. Dated: November 16, 2013 Orlans Associates, P.C.. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 13-013608 (11-16)(12-07) 06826765 expenses that Allan had sub­ mitted to the board. The arti­ cle also stated that this is what he would continue to contract for. Was the sealed bid from a competitor fair, then, given this news account? Giving the contract to an outside county contractor is a dis­ service to the cemetery. It’s 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 certain mortgage made by: Michael Sweeney, A Single Man to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 7, 2004 in Instrument # 1130426 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP, by assignment dated April 12, 2012 and recorded April 27, 2012 in Instrument # 201204270004929 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Three 25, 2004 and recorded July Thousand Eight Hundred Twenty Dollars and Five Cents ($83,820.05) including interest 6.75% 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 December 26, 2013. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Northwest one quarter of Section 3, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Beginning at a point on the North­ South one quarter line of Section 3, distant North 275 feet from the Southeast corner of the North fractional one half of the Northwest fractional one quarter of said Section 3; thence West 231 feet; thence North 220 feet; thence East 231; thence South 220 feet to the point of beginning. Commonly known as 7805 Woodschool Road, Freeport Ml 49325 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, . a, inn wc which case the e 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; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclo­ sure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Dated: 11/23/2013 Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP Assignee of Mortgagee & Attorneys:: Potestivo Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 13-90155 (11-23)(12-14) not about personalities. It’s about the care of the most beautiful cemetery in the area. Ann Samann, Vermontville LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Linda S. Ferris and Roland L. Ferris, Wife and Husband, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for CMGM Inc., its successors or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 9,2006 and recorded August 15, 2006 in Instrument Number 1168634, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Ally Bank by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Nineteen and 91/100 Dollars ($175,919.91) including interest at 2.93% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County., Michigan at 1:00 PM on DECEMBER 12, 2013. Said premises are located in the Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Real property in the Township of Johnstown, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and is described as follows:A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 9, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, described as beginning at a point North 15° 30' West 295.6 feet from a point on the South line of said Section 9, distant 1005.5 feet West of the Southeast corner of said Section 9, and running thence North 15° 30' West 91 feet; thence North 68° 30' East 256.1 feet to the shore of Bristol Lake; thence South 61° 36' East along shore 75 feet; thence South 62° 55' West 316.2 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be b months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, 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. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ erty, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: November 9, 2013 Orlans Associates, P.C.. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 13-016004 (11-09)(11-30) 06826233 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on December 27, 2004, by Charles W. Rice, Jr. and Linda L. Rice (a/k/a Linda L. Snyder), husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on January 5, 2005, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1139698, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated January 17, 2012, record­ ed on January 26, 2012, in Instrument Number 201201260000908, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Nineteen Thousand Six Hundred TwentySix and 73/100 Dollars ($19,626.73); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, December 5,2013 at 1.00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: The West half of Lot 44 of the Village of Nashville, Michigan, Original Town, according to the recorded plat thereof, Barry County Records. Property address: 118 E. Washington Street, Nashville, Michigan 49073 Property Parcel: 08-52-000-000-044-01 The peri­ od within which the above prem­ ises may be redeemed shall expire one (1) year from the date of sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the mort­ gagors) will be held responsible to the person who buys the prop­ erty at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damag­ ing the property during the redemption period. Dated: October 18, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (11-02)(11-23) . 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 certain mortgage made by: Ralph Allen Ondersma, A Single Man to Option One Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated June 6, 2006 and recorded June 15, 2006 in Instrument # 1166011 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for ABFC 2006-OPT1 Trust, ABFC Asset- Backed Certificates, Series 2006-OPT1, by assignment dated January 2, 2010 and recorded January 20, 2010 in Instrument # 201001200000610 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Ninety-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Forty­ Seven Dollars and Seventy­ Seven Cents ($298,347.77) including interest 10% 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 26, 2013 Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Northwest one quarter of Section 7, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, . described as: Beginning at the North one quar­ ter corner of said Section 7; thence South 00 degrees 12 min­ utes 02 seconds East 825.72 feet along the North-South one quar­ ter line of said Section 7; thence South 89 degrees 27 minutes 01 second West 722.17 feet; thence North 00 degrees 27 minutes 59 seconds East 364.77 feet; thence 172.79 feet along a 200.00 foot radius curve to the right, the long chord which bears North 25 degrees 12 minutes 59 seconds East 167.46 feet; thence 88.17 feet along a 100.00 foot radius curve to the left, the long chord of which bears North 24 degrees 42 minutes 29 seconds East 85.34 feet; thence North 00 degrees 32 minutes 59 seconds West 33.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 27 minutes 01 second East 610.31 feet along the North line of said Section 7 to the point of ending. Commonly known as 543 West Brown Road, 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; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the prop­ erty is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damag­ ing the property during the redemption period. Dated: 11/23/2013 Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Trustee for ABFC 2006-OPT1 Trust, Asset Backed Funding Corporation Asset­ Backed Certificates, Series 2006-OPT1, Assignee of Mortgagee & Attorneys: Potestivo Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 13-89583 (11-23)(12-14) NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on April 9, 1998, by Loyal Order of Moose, Hastings Lodge No. 628 (a/k/a Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 628), a Michigan non-profit, as Mortgagor, given by it to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on April 13,1998, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1010269, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated June 24, 2013, recorded on July 15, 2013, in Instrument Number 2013-008729, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Fifty-Three Thousand Five Hundred Seventy-Two and 77/100 Dollars ($53,572.77); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, December 26, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bid­ ders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allow­ able costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage men­ tioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF HASTINGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Commencing at the Northeast comer of Lot 442, thence West 103 feet 10 inches, more or less, to the cen­ ter of a brick wall running North and South for the place of begin­ ning, thence South 84 feet 9 inch­ es, thence West 6 feet 2 inches, thence South to the South line of Lot 441, thence West on the North line of the Alley to the Southwest comer of Lot 438, thence North to the Northwest corner of Lot 438, thence East to the place of beginning, EXCEPT: The South 24 half feet of Lots 438, 439 and 440, and the South 24 half feet of the West 22 feet of Lot 441, of the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, Barry County, Michigan. ALSO: Parts of Lots 441 and 442 of the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, described as beginning at the Northeast comer of said Lot 442, thence West 103 feet 10 inches to the center of a brick wall, thence South 84 feet 9 inches, thence West 6 feet 2 inches, thence South to a point 30 feet North of the South line of said Lot 441, thence East to the East line of said Lot 442, thence North to the place of beginning, EXCEPT the South 16 feet thereof. Property address: 128 128 N. Michigan Avenue, Hastings, Michigan 49058 Property Parcel: 55-201­ 051-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for dam­ aging the property during the redemption period. Dated: November 12, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (11-23)(12-14) �Page 10 — Just Say ‘As Advertised m the Maple Valley News' Saturday November 23, 2013 MEMORIES, continued from page 8 now completing the grinding of Oversmith hill, and the first course of gravel is being put on between the hill and the village. The contractors have opened the old Clever gravel pit, installed a stone crusher and gravel screener and are using gravel from this pit for the new road. 1925 — Nelson Brumm of Michigan State College has been chosen to assist with the care of the college herd exhibited at the Chicago International Livestock Exposition, so he will get to attend the show. 1926 — Bra nd stet ter Motor Sales are showing two of. the new deluxe-type Pontiac Sixes in their show­ room on South Main Street. Distinctive feature of these new cars is a nobby two-tone color scheme. The coupe sells from $890 and the lan­ dau sedan for $975. 1927 Among those already back from the north with deer arc Charles Mayo. Glenn White, Ward Smith and Eugene Barnum. 1928 C.L. Glasgow reveals that his plumbing department has installed no less than 16 new indoor toi­ lets in town during the past few months. 1929 — Nashville lost to Bellevue. 18-7, Friday after­ noon. The last game of the season will be at Lake Odessa on Thanksgiving Day. 1930 — Scoutmaster Max EWING WELL DRILLING INC. Miller is teaching the Boy Scouts in the 1 ocal troop the Morse Code, semaphore sig­ naling and Indian sign lan­ guage. He had an even dozen scouts at the meeting Monday evening. 1932 — Lynn Lorbeck apparently has the honor of bringing home the first deer for this season, a three-point buck. Mr. and Mrs. Menno Wenger drove in Monday night with the second deer to be brought in locally this season. This was a 150pound buck from across the Straits. 1939 Eleven students from Nashville enrolled at Western State Teachers College, which this semester has the largest enrollment in its history with a total of 2,714 students in residence. Those from Nashville are Genevieve Biggs, Paul Diamante, William Hecker, Geraldine Howell, Frances Maurer, Roger Sackett, Jack Smith, Jean Smith, Robert Smith, Elaine Thompson and Dennis Yarger. 1945 — Lt. Lorin P. Garlinger, son of Mr. and Mrs, Jesse E. Garlinger of Nashville, is executive offi­ cer of the USS LSM 40, a fighting record of 10 inva­ sions in a year of rugged campaigning against Japanese bastions in the South Pacific. 1948 — The managemen of Feldpausch Food Center this week formally announced the discontinu­ ance of its Nashville store, which was opened here in 1936, three years after Roman Feldpausch opened his original store in Hastings. 1949 — As the deer sea­ son enters the second week, many local hunters are back home some with fresh venison and some with accounts of near misses ... Joel Hummer brought home a black bear weighing about 250 pounds, which he shot north of Sharon. 1950 — Four young men from Nashville made up onehalf of Barry County’s December draft quota of eight, who last week were mailed induction notices. They are Gayle Ainslie, Darrell Avery, Zane Wilson and Roger Mix. 1952 The Nashville Tigers closed their football season by bowing to the heavily favored Bellevue Broncos, 54-6, in the most top-sided trouncing suffered by either team since the Little Brown Jug series began. 1953 Roger Boline, formerly principal of Mt. Morris High School, has been hired as principal of Nashville High and took over his new duties Wednesday replacing John Kimball, who was promoted to the office of superintend­ ent upon the resignation of Hugh Holloway. Call for Classifieds Phone 269-945-9554 24 Hours a Day-7 Days a Week OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP for Maple Valley ACTI0N-Ms! SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential DOBBIN'S COMPLETE • Commercial • Farm Your Local GM Automotive Specialists AUTO SERVICE CENTER LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON M-79 We stock a complete line of... 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The bill currently before the Education Committee would mandate all children who are not proficient in reading by the third grade be held back a year. After they are retained, possible sup­ ports would be added. Believing parental feed­ back is vitally important, I called more than 100 parents in my district to ask their opinion on this bill. I also reached out to teachers and administrators and conduct- Nashville (517) 852-9565 ed research on the effects of retention. During my 30 years in the schools, I was also involved in many meet­ ings with parents and educa­ tors on whether a child should be retained. This is a huge decision that should not be taken lightly. Research shows that students who are retained are five times more likely to drop out of school. One parent shared that her son excelled in science and math but struggled in read­ ing. She is thankful he had not been held back. Another parent shared that her child was an excellent reader but had test anxiety and did poorly on standardized tests. Another stated her child was having difficulty in the third grade but caught up in the fourth grade. Many expressed concern that reten­ tion was based on one stan­ dardized test, rather than the child’s overall performance in school. With the dramatic cuts in funding over the last several years, class sizes have increased, parapros have been taken out of class­ rooms, and special programs have been eliminated. We need a positive approach that gives our schools the tools they need so they can meet the needs of every child. 1 believe strongly in local control, parental input and looking at the needs of the individual child in determin­ ing retention. What is hap­ pening now is governmental overreach. Tips for Michigan’s snowbirds When falling leaves start to hit the ground in Michigan, retirees start to turn their thoughts to points further south. Here is a ‘leaving-for-winter’ checklist to help avoid vandalism, theft or home repair. Mail The Post Office will hold mail for up to 30 days; or mail can be forwarded to a winter address. Remember to cancel this service when you return home. In addition, the United States Postal Service has a premium forwarding service called, “via Priority Mail” for a reasonable cost. Have a neighbor or relative pick up mail and forward it once a week. There will be a cost with this option. Receive bills electronically. Many utilities, banks, credit card companies and other businesses have this service. However, have someone intercept junk mail to avoid it piling up. This alerts thieves of no one in the home. Cable or satelite televi­ sion Some companies allow you to drop your service down for a low monthly fee to avoid having to return the converter and pay new start­ up fees when you return. • Geo-Thermal Installation and Service •A0 Smith Water Heater Sales and Serving Your Community for Over 40 Years Schools need a positive approach Heat Most people in cold cli­ mates turn down the thermo­ stats to save fuel. The tem­ perature needs to be chosen carefully. For example, ifthe thermostat is set to 55 degrees and an ice storm cre­ ates a power outage; the starting temp is so low there is a risk of a flood with an outage of just a few hours. Some experts recommend a setting of 58 degrees, but the best temperature for you might be different. If you choose to set the heat to low here are some precautions to avoid disaster: Purchase a device Which turns on a red light to alert neighbors when the inside temperature drops dangerously low. Invest in a remote home monitoring device which sends alerts about conditions in the home. Water Turn off water at the main valve where water enters the home. Consider hiring a pro­ fessional to drain the pipes; thus dramatically reducing the chance of a frozen pipe bursting and flooding the home. Remember to turn off the water to the washing machine. Security Alert the local police department or sheriffs office that you will be away. Vacation forms are available on the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office website eatoncounty.org/departments/office-of-the-sheriff, or by calling 517-543-3512 to speak with the records department. A close neigh­ bor or friend should have the same information. Purchase a few timers and hook them up to lamps. Set these to come on and off at different times. Make arrangements to have walkways and drive­ ways cleared of snow. Nothing screams there's no one home more than a snowed in driveway with no tracks going to or from doors. Consider an alarm system and/or have a friend check the home at least once a week. Make sure they have a list of contacts which includes a plumber, electri­ cian, glass repairer, etc. Secure small valuables in a safe or safety deposit box and suspend newspaper delivery. Saving energy Unplug every appliance, including refrigerators. Cleaning out the fridge and unplugging it is cheaper than keeping condiments cool all winter. Electrical appliances such as microwaves and TVs use energy even when turned off. Remember to switch off an electric water heater at the circuit breaker. Medical Remember to take copies of medical records with you, including the names and phone numbers ofphysicians - just in case. Also, don't for­ get to bring an ample supply of prescription medications or have prescriptions trans­ ferred to a nearby pharmacy. Yours in public safety, Sheriff Tom Reich The Eaton County Sheriff’s Office offers these sites for more information: crimemapping .com MobilePatrol Phone App — eatoncounty.org/departments/office-of-the-sheriff. The crime tips line is 517­ 543-5433 or crimetips@eatoncounty.org. For up to the minute updates visit us on Facebook and Twitter. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, November 23, 2013 — Page 11 Sweet Potato Pie with Fig and Pecan Topping Makes 8 servings Pie: 1 ready-made refrigerated pie crust 1 can (15-ounce) sweet potatoes 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 large eggs 3/4 cup whipping cream Topping: 1/4 cup butter 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar 1 cup stemmed, chopped Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice or Sun-Maid Figs 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1 tablespoon brandy or water 1/2 cup chopped, toasted pecans Preheat oven to 450°F. Let pie crust stand at room temperature 15 minutes; unroll and press against side and bottom of9-inch pic pan (glass recommended). Fold excess crust under and press together to form thick crust edge; flute. Drain sweet potatoes; mash or whirl in food processor until smooth (potatoes should measure 1 1/8 cups). In medium bowl whisk together sweet potatoes, brown sugar, spice and salt. Whisk in eggs, one at a time, and cream. Pour filling into crust. Bake pie 15 minutes; reduce heat to 350°F, shield edge ofpie with a ring (or strips) of foil to prevent overbrowning, and continue baking for 25 to 30 minutes or until center moves slightly when shaken. Remove pie to wire rack to cool. For topping, in small saucepan stir butter and brown sugar over medium heat until melted. Stir in figs, maple syrup and brandy. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring constantly. 2 minutes or until reduced to a thick, glossy syrup. Remove from heat and stir in pecans. Spoon evenly over warm pic. Cool. Chill for up to 8 hours before serving. hi KKOUD htslitflii eMki sh&iph 131 *JIS id iSjGi kiiXf otaria An. a Wri ai is ttfe to B । if HOMEMADE HOLIDAYS BtfAf Festive Fig Desserts FAMILY FEATURES iaprato011 t|ggi aiiitowi'' hether you’re hosting a family dinner or making a dessert for a friend’s party, bring something special to the holiday table with these amazing dessert recipes. Each delicious bite stars the unique flavor only found in figs. With their rich honey-like sweetness and delightfully crunchy edible seeds, figs take foods from good to great. Available year-round from Valley Fig Growers, California dried figs are ready to eat right out ofthe package or can be easily diced, sliced or poached for cooking and .baking. For more holiday recipes, visit www.vallcyfig.com. German Chocolate Cake With Broiled Fig and Coconut Topping Makes 2 single-layer cakes Cake: 1 18 1/4-ounce German Chocolate Cake Mix (Check cake mix for additional ingredients — oh, eggs, water) Fig-Coconut Topping: 1 cup stemmed, chopped Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice or Sun-Maid Figs 1 cup packed light brown sugar 1/2 cup butter 6 tablespoons whipping cream 1 cup flaked coconut 1/2 cup chopped, toasted pecans Follow package directions and pre­ pare two 8-inch round cakes. Bake and cool as directed. For topping, in medium saucepan combine figs, sugar, butter and cream. Stir over medium heat until mix­ ture comes to a simmer. Simmer 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in coconut and pecans. Spread warm topping on top ofeach cake layer, dividing evenly. Place one cake at a time on bak­ ing sheet or heatproofpan. Broil 4 to 5 inches from heat for 15 to 30 seconds, or until topping bubbles, watching constantly. Remove from oven. Repeat with second cake. Cool. Transfer cakes to serving plates to serve. Chocolate Fig Crinkles Makes about 30 cookies 1 cup packed light brown sugar 1/4 cup butter, softened 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 cup stemmed, finely chopped Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice or Sun-Maid Figs 1/3 cup confectioners9 sugar Beat brown sugar and butter with electric mixer on medium speed until blended. Beat in melted chocolate. Beat in eggs, one at a time, and vanilla. In medium bowl, stir together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt. On low speed, slowly beat into chocolate mixture. Stir in figs. Cover bowl and chill 3 hours. To bake, preheat oven to 35O°F. Form 1-tablespoon portions of dough into balls. Roll in confec­ tioners’ sugar. Place balls, 2 1/2 inches apart, on greased baking sheet. Place sheet in center ofoven and bake cookies 7 to 9 minutes, until crackled on tdp.and set around edges. Cool on wire rack. Chocolate Ganache Tart With Glazed Figs and Nuts Makes 8 to 10 servings 1 refrigerated pie crust, at room temperature 1 cup packed (6 ounces) Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice or Sun-Maid Figs, stemmed and *halved 2/3 cup water 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons almond-, hazelnutor orange-flavored liqueur 1/2 cup whipping cream 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped 1 cup unsalted or lightly salted mixed nuts (omit peanuts and select hazelnuts, cashews, Brazil nuts, almonds and pecans) Whipped cream, optional Preheat oven to 450°F. Unroll pie crust and press into bottom and up side of 10-inch tart pan with removable bottom. Prick all over with fork. Bake until light brown, 9 to 11 minutes. Cool on rack. In small saucepan, combine figs and water. Bring to boil over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer until liquid is reduced to 1/4 cup, about 2 minutes. Stir in brown sugar and sim­ mer, stirring, 1 minute. Remove from heat. Stir in liqueur. Let steep 10 minutes. Strain figs through fine-meshed sieve, reserving syrup. While figs cool, in small saucepan, bring cream to simmer over medium heat. Remove from heat, add chocolate and stir until smooth. Spread over baked crust. Refrigerate 5 minutes or until chocolate begins to firm up but is not set. Alternate fig slices and nuts in concentric circles on tart, pressing slightly into chocolate to secure. Chill 2 hours or up to 1 day. To serve, brush figs and nuts with reserved syrup. Remove side from tart pan and place tart on platter. Cut into wedges. Top with whipped cream, ifdesired. *Cut large figs (greater than 1 1/4-inch diameter at the base) into three lengthwise slices. Chewy Ginger-Molasses Fig Cookies about 30 cookies cup packed light brown sugar cup vegetable oil large egg white tablespoons light molasses cups all-purpose flour teaspoons ground ginger teaspoons baking soda teaspoon ground cinnamon teaspoon salt cup stemmed, finely chopped Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice or Sun-Maid Figs 1/3 cup granulated sugar Preheat oven to 350°F. Beat brown sugar and oil in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until blended. Beat in egg white and molasses. In separate bowl combine flour, ginger, soda, cinnamon and salt. On low speed, slowly beat in flour mixture until combined. With spoon, stir in figs. Shape 1 -tablespoon portions ofdough into balls. Roll in granulated sugar. Place 2 1/2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Place sheet in center ofoven and bake cookies 7 to 9 minutes, until crackled on top and set around edges. Cool on wire rack. Makes 2/3 1/2 1 3 1 1/2 1 1/2 1 1/2 1/2 1/8 1 �Page 12 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 23, 2013 Vermontville Township Library receives grant New children’s books added The Vermontville Township Library has been awarded the the Libri Foundation Books for Children Grant. The Libri Foundation is a nationwide nonprofit organi­ zation that donates new, quality children’s books to small, rural public libraries in the United States. The foundation, by matching funds raised by local spon­ sors, enables a library to obtain children’s books beyond their normal book budget. The foundation encourages support from local Friends of the Library and other groups because they believe in community involvement and want to encourage and reward local support of libraries. The foundation agrees to match any amount of money raised by the sponsors from $50 to $350 on a two-to-one ratio. The matching funds cannot come from the library budget. The library raised the funds through an Adopt-aBook program. Patrons could adopt a book for a donation of$10; a nameplate honoring a person of their choice was added to the book. The library was able to raise $350 with this program, and the books have arrived. New titles include, Shark Respect award winners announced at Fuller Street As part of the ROAR program that encourages positive behavior, teachers at Fuller Street Elementary chose students who have done an excellent job of showing respect. Students who were recognized in November for their respectfulness include (from left) Patience Widenhofer, third grade; Casey Hodges, fifth; Jamie Steele, fourth; Elizabeth Christopher, fourth; Olivia Roush, fourth; Hannah Pixley, fifth; and Emily Allwardt, fifth grade. Join us for our Pennock Hospice Embracing Lives Tree Lighting Ceremony Tree Lighting, Refreshments Girl by Kelly Bingham; I’ve Lost my Hippopotamus by Jack Prelutsky; Wonder by RJ. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 48, November 30, 2013 Streetscape project approved for Nashville County commissioner burning to address blight problem by Shari Carney Staff Writer Making an unusual apolo­ gy during his report update to the Nashville Village Council during its meeting Nov. 14 County Commissioner Ben Geiger vowed to make things right with the blight Of burned out homes littering the land­ scape. “I apologize if the county has let you down in the past,” said Geiger referring to the numerous burned out homes in Barry County, some of which have been vacant for several years. Geiger said he is making it his top priority to help rid Barry-County of this blight. In a follow up conversation, Geiger said he has formed a task force comprised of the following people including himself: Craig Stolsonburg, Barry County commissioner; Julie Nakfoor-Pratt, Barry County prosecutor; Michael Brown, Barry County administrator; Sue Vandecar, Barry County treasurer; Jim McManus and Kori Roliston, members of the Barry County planning and zoning department; Regina Young, Barry Eaton District Health Dept.; Dave Tossava, Hastings city councilman, and Jeff Mansfield, Hastings city manager. “This is unacceptable ..." said Geiger ofthe burned out structures, “this is not the time for patience. This is the time for impatience. I want this done before the end of the year. The county is tak- This rendering of the streetscape for Nashville is on display in the village office. ing the ball and running with wondering if it only includes it.” burned out houses. Geiger President Frank Dunham said he will bring Zoerman’s asked Geiger what the coun­ query up for discussion with cil could do to assist. Geiger the task force. suggested the council coordi­ Not all, certainly, is blight. nate efforts with state agen­ Council members welcomed cies and look into MSHDA the presentations ofdrawings grants to help with costs. highlighting the decisions Trustee Terry Zoerman ’they’ve made for the asked Geiger for Barry Streetscape project. County’s definition ofblight, The council decided on types ofbenches, lamp posts, trash receptacles, bike racks, tree guards and decorative pots for the project which is scheduled for completion in June. The diagrams of the project are on display in the village office. In other matters at Thursday’s meeting: • Rick Moore asked council members for their help in communicating to the members of the VFW the benefits of- expanding the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail Nashville Village council members select a “IT-shaped bike rack for the along the edge of the VFW streetscape project along Main Street. Transfer recycle winter hours begin Dec. 7. The hours will be Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. property. • Sandra Lundquist, representing the recently formed Nashville on Route 66 Volunteer Group, gave a holiday activity update. Lundquist, former co-chair of the Nashville Area Citizens Coalition, said there will - be a Christmas tree lighting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3 in Central Park. Three trees have been donat­ ed for Central Park by Maxon’s Christmas Tree Farm. There will be a Christmas parade Saturday, Dec. 14 -with line-up at the VFW at 11:30 a.m. Holly Trolley tours will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17 with pick-up at Main Street Banquet Hall. • Gary White com­ mented that Nashville is the highest taxed village in Barry County. He asked the council members what they are doing to stop losing tax­ able income and why the budget is set up the way it is. Dunham replied the budget is a work in progress. • Trustee Johnny Hartwell reported that the transfer recycle station winter hours will begin Dec. 7. The hours will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays. • Dunham said the fire department is asking for $2,000 more in the 2014-15 budget and the EMS ambu­ lance 131 program is run­ ning. The new ambulance See COUNCIL, pg. 6 Audit reveals substantial discrepancy in food service funds by Shari Carney StaffWriter The Maple Valley Board of Education was told of an “unaccounted for” $69,000 discrepancy in the audit at its Nov. 18 meeting. With Tim Burd absent and Brian Green arriving at 7:25 p.m., Mark Perry of Yeo and Yeo said it appears the dis­ trict does not have applications for some students for free and reduced meals, cre­ ating the red flag. Chartwells, the district’s food service provider, said the applications are available and, if the district is required to pay the $69,000, Chartwells will reimburse the funds to the district. President April Heinze noted that this is the first year for the district to work with and Finance Director Darryl Sydloski is checking the records to be sure this will not be an issue in the future. In other matters: • A donation of $500 from Preferred Credit Union was reported by Jr./Sr. High School Principal Todd Gonser. Gonser said student Lizzie Shilton won the money-to be given to the classroom of her choice and donated it to Cindy Gatewood. Gatewood is making technology upgrades with the money. Building trades instructor Jeff Seavolt said his department has received $150 in cash and hardwood donated by the saw mill. • Athletic rector Duska Brumm introduced 11 student athletes who attend­ ed the Craig Hilliard Athletic Leadership Conference. Each student shared with the board something that was of meaning to them. • Interi Superintendent Michelle Falcon reported on the Veterans Day assembly and of Anthony lanni, an anti­ bullying speaker who shared life experiences and advice with students on how to combat bullying. In other business the board unanimously approved the: • Winter sports coaches recommended by Brumm (see related story). • The 2012-13 audit report by Yeo and Yeo. • Payments, for general fund bills in the amount of $243,288; athletic bills, $4,787; food service bills, $28,544. • Oct. payroll, $213,693; Nov. 1 payroll $215,256, Nov. 8 coaches pay, $24,356 and Nov. 15 payroll, $219,091. • The .resignations of Denise Pifer, bus driver; Susanne Waffle, Fuller Principal and Special Education Director and a retirement notification from Lonnie Spencer. Waffle thanked the board and community for the opportunity to serve the Maple Valley Schools dur­ ing her decade of service to the district. Waffle has taken a position as the superintend­ ent of the Lenewee Intermediate School District. Parent Blake Upright, dur­ ing the meeting’s public comment period, said he has concerns with many changes at Fuller Elementary so far this school year and in the “deficiency of information being provided to parents and students in a timely man­ ner. “Our children are upset that Mrs. Waffle isn’t going to be there. Who’s going to be there tomorrow? What are we supposed to tell our kids?” he asked. Falcon said she did not know the resignation was coming until Thursday of last week and there was no school Friday. She said let­ ters from her were going home with students Tuesday, Nov. 19. Heinze said changes were made at Fuller Street to address the curriculum and told Upright there have been a series of informational par­ ent meetings. She then thanked him for his input and invited him to come to future board meetings. A special meeting is set for 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18 to discuss the scope of a bond proposal. The facility improvement team will make a presentation to the board. In This Issue • Putnam library planning for busy month • Third grade teacher named staff member of the month • Local residents part of Thornapple Players’ ‘Homecoming’ • Lions fill a lot of spots bn fall all-county teams �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 30,2013 Local residents part of Thornapple Players’ ‘Homecoming’ The Staples sisters, (from left) Peg Hemerling and Sandy Kirchinger, team up to keep Clay Boy, Michael Moray, a reluctant Christmas Eve visitor, just a little longer. (Photo by Patti Farnum) by Shari Carney Staff Writer Several well-known hymns and an original round titled “Time of Hope” by Thomapple Players Director Doug Acker will be featured in this year’s Thomapple Players’ Christmas produc­ tion, “The Homecoming.” Show dates and times begin with a dress rehearsal Wednesday, Dec. 4, at 7 p.m.; Thursday to Sunday, Dec. 5, 6, 7, at 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 8, at 2 p.m. Tickets are RAILSIDE MINI STORAGE s l/Mrr S/zes to Choose From Plus Warehouse Space Contact... M66 Tire 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66 Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 $8. (Tickets for the Wednesday dreSs rehearsal only and for seniors any per­ formance are $6). The show will be per­ formed in the Dennison Performing Arts Center at 231 S. Broadway in Hastings. “The Homecoming,” written by Earl Hamner Jr. became a made-for-TV movie that launched the “The Waltons,” a hit TV series that ran from 1971 to 1981. “This is our fifth Christmas show. It is our tra­ dition to choose well-known classic Christmas stories and to include Christmas music. ‘The Homecoming’ certainly fits the bill,” said Thomapple Players Producer Norma Jean Acker. “We hope our audiences will walk away with peace and joy in their hearts and truly with good will toward men at this very special time of year.” “The Homecoming” cast by role and actor are Clay Boy, Michael Moray; Olivia, Sharon Grindel; Clay, Steve Youngs; Spencer children — Matt, Chase Mesecar; Becky, Anna Pash; Mary, Hayden Thompson; Shirley, Alyssa Dipert; Luke, Tommy Johnson; John, Griffin Seeber; Patty Cake, Sage Winters; Grandpa Homer, Mike Kasinsky; Grandma Ida, Jeri Weinbrecht; Birdshot, Marion Christiansen; city lady, Erin Merritt; Charlie Sneed, Dick Curtis; Sheriff, Frank White; Ike Godsey, Terry Dennison; Rev. Dooley, Doug Acker; Young Joseph, Chase Dannenberg; Young Mary, Amy Forsberg; Miss Emma Staples, Peg Hemerling; Miss Etta Staples, Sandy Kirchinger; townspeople and church peo­ The Spencer Children play outside on Christmas Eve day to relieve the tension of ple, Janine Kasinsky , worrying about their still-absent father. The children are (from left) Tommy Johnson (Luke), Alyssa Dipert (Shirley), Sage Winters (Pattie Cake makes a snow angel), Michael Moray (Clay Boy), Hayden Thompson (Mary), Griffin Seeber (John), Anna Pash (Becky) and Chase Mesecar (Matt). (Photo by Patti Farnum) VKUTO REPAIR' • Parts • Repairs • Tires A W 130 s. 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M-66, Nashville 2 mi S ofNashville, com,er ofM-79 & M-66 517 852-9003 www.M00-ville.com Winter Hours: Mon-Sat 9-7 • Never Open Sunday 06827930 Thornapple Players cast for the Christmas show “The Homecoming” are (front row, from left) Cameron Seeber, Alex Forsberg, Jameson Merritt, Tommy Johnson, Anna Pash, Griffin Seeber, Amy Forsberg, Chad Dannenberg, Sage Winters, Hayden Thompson, (second row) Chad Mesecar, Paula Watson, Shawn Winters, Angie Seeber, Marion Christiansen, Alyssa Dipert, (third row) Steve Youngs, Lynne Fisher, Sandy Kirchinger, Terry Dennison, Jeri Weinbrecht, Carol Satterly, Michael Moray, Terri Schray, (fourth row) Doug Acker, Peggy Hemerling, Kearney Fisher, Dick Curtis, Frank White, Tammy Johnson, Sharon Grindel, Mike Kasinsky, Carol Swanson and Erin Merritt. Missing from photo are John Merritt, Janine Kasinsky, Dave McIntyre and Jenny Myers. (Photo by Patti Farnum) Danielle Nowinsky, Terri Schray, Shawn Winters, Carol Satterly, Angie Seeber, Paula Watson, Tammy Johnson, Carol Swanson, Jenny Myers, Lynne Fisher, Kearney Fisher, John Merritt, Dave McIntyre. Children are Alex Forsberg, Jameson Riordan, Cameron Seeber. “The Homecoming” is directed by Doug Acker and Assistant Director/Producer, Norma Jean Acker; set artist is Gary Cuyler; stage man­ agers, Terri Schray, Ashley Weinbrecht; lights, Dee Lowell; follow spot, Rose Anger and sound engineer, Rick? Hemerling. Winter coaches named for Maple Valley Schools The Maple Valley Board of Education voted unani­ mously to appoint winter sports coaches at its Nov. 18 meeting. The following appoint­ ments, based upon the rec­ ommendation of Athletic Director Duska Brumm, were approved: Girls basketball — varsity, Landon Wilkes, head coach; Paul Berkimer and Tony Joostbems, assistants. Junior varsity, Robb Rosin, head coach; Ryan Rosin, assistant. Eighth grade, Jeff Webb, head coach. Seventh grade, Trent Harvey, head coach; Evelyn Fisher, assistant. Competitive cheer — var­ sity, Sarah Huissen, head coach, Amber Hickey, assis­ tant. Middle school competi­ tive cheer, Railey Sebolt, head coach; Elizabeth Kienutske, assistant. Wrestling Chris Ricketts, head coach; Tony Wawiemia, assistant. Boys basketball — varsi­ ty, Chris Ewing, head coach; Andy Roush, Eric Westendorp and Ryan Nevins, assistants. Junior varsity, Steve Miller, head coach; Kelly Hasselback, assistant. Eighth grade, Jeff" Webb. Seventh grade, Brian Lincoln. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News action ads! �Just Say 'As MverUsed in the Mapfe VaBey News* Saturday. November 30, 2013 — Page 3 Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menn and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Meno Monday, Dec. 2 Lasagna roll up, meat sauce and mozzarella cheese, asparagus, Texas toast, cin­ namon applesauce. Tuesday, Dec. 3 Oven fried chicken, com, green beans, orange, cookie. Wednesday, Dec. 4 Hamburger, cheese broc­ coli soup, coleslaw, bun, banana Thursday, Dec. 5 Alaskan stuffed salmon, wild rice, peas, tossed salad, pineapple. Friday, Dec. 6 Swiss steak, mashed pota­ toes with gravy, Brussels sprouts, roll, grapes. Children and technology by Tracy George Director of Technology Helping your child with school work has its challenges, but as schools incorporate more online platforms and electronic learning devices, tech-challenged parents might feel intimi­ dated. What can you do to keep up with your child’s technol­ ogy? Simply be involved. Here are some ideas to get you started. • Show and tell: Ifyour child is using a device, program, or website you aren’t familiar with, have him/her show you how it works. What child doesn’t love to be the teacher of a par­ ent? • Google it: When you ask students how they find informa­ tion online, they generally give one response: “Google.” Parents should follow suit. When you don’t know how to do something or don’t have a particular piece of knowledge, just Google it. You might be surprised1 at what is out there. It is also a good idea to Google your student’s name. Students and parents need to be aware of what they post on the Internet; it is permanent, and poor online decisions can have severe con­ sequences. • Keep technology in a public place and out of the bed­ room. What your child is doing on the computer/tablet/phone should be in a public space in your home. Parents should “friend” their children on Facebook, follow them on Twitter, and know who their online friends are. Additionally, parents should check the browser history so they know what websites their children are visiting. • Connect with teachers. Send teachers a quick email and ask how they use technology in the classrooms. Some teach­ ers maintain class websites or blog about what the students learned in school that day. Ask if your child is creating with technology or retrieving infonnation with it. Ask what your child is learning because of the technology. • Don’t be afraid: You're not going to break it. You might not get it right the first time or even the second time, but even­ tually you will. That is one thing that technology has done for our children; they are not afraid to fail. They make mistakes using their technology but keep trying. We need to follow suit. \ HELP WANTED Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville TRANSFER RECYCLE STATION The CMGN Transfer Recycle Station is looking for part-time help. If you are interested please contact Brian Scott on Saturdays between 9am and 1 pm at 300 E. Casgrove-CMGN Transfer Recycle Station. 06827859 CASTLETON-MAPLE GROVE-NASHVILLE TRANSFER RECYCLE STATION WINTER HOURS Starting November 7, 2013 the Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Transfer Recycle Station will be opr en Satu* rdays from 9am to 1pm.0 70 Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Dec. 2 Frozen meal, must be heated. Tuesday, Dec. 3 Frozen meal, must be heat­ ed. Wednesday, Dec. 4 Italian chopped salad, macaroni salad, mandarin oranges, crackers. Thursday, Dec. 5 Sliced turkey, ham, and Swiss cheese, coleslaw, bun, diced peaches. Friday, Dec. 6 Bacon ranch chicken salad, broccoli raisin salad, bun, pineapple. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Dec. 2 Lasagna roll up, meat sauce with mozzarella cheese, mixed vegetables, asparagus, cinnamon apple­ sauce. Tuesday, Dec. 3 Oven fried chicken, com, green beans, orange, cookie. Wednesday, Dec. 4 Hamburger, baked beans, broccoli, bun, banana. Thursday, Dec. 5 Alaskan stuffed salmon, wild rice with sauce, peas, glazed carrots, fruit punch juice. Friday, Dec. 6 Swiss steak, mashed pota­ toes with gravy, Brussels sprouts, grapes, bread pudding. Activities Calendar Monday, Dec. 2 Hastings: TV Strings; December Birthdays; Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Mini Massage 9 a.m.-noon. Woodland: Skipbo and Shuffleboard. Tuesday, Dec. 3 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Adopt a Pet 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4 Hastings: Music with Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Sewing Class 5-7 p.m. Woodland: Skipbo and Shuffleboard. Thursday, Dec, 5 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 a.m. Nashville: TV Time. Delton: Puzzles/ Trivia. Friday, Dec. 6 - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Skipbo and Shuffleboard; Mini Massage 10:30 a.m. Philippines relief effort aided by local church The Philippines has suf­ fered a great deal of loss due to the recent typhoon. Tens of thousands of people have been left homeless without adequate food, water or med­ ical care. Grace Church recently celebrated its 20th anniversary. The church’s mission is “Loving God and Helping People.” • “We continually seek opportunities to help people in our community, nation, and around the world," said Leslie Booher in a press release. The church works closely with several national Christian leaders in the Philippines. One of whom is For Sale FOR SALE: CHERRY & ma­ ple seasoned firewood, $45 face cord. (517)852-9698 or (269)838-2873 Pastor Randolph Velasquez from Wavemakers Ministry in Manila. Pastor Velasquez and his group are helping to coordinate relief efforts to those who have been affect­ ed. “As Americans, we are always compassionate and willing to help in a crisis,” said Booher. “Some of us may be hesitant to send money to large relief organi­ zations as we are unsure if our money will actually get to the people who need it the most and in a timely manner. In working with Pastor Velasquez and the Wavemakers Ministry, we are able to get funds directly to those who have the means to distribute them effectnely•" Grace Church has sent an immediate gift to Wavemakers and hopes to raise $10,000 as a congrega­ tion and invites individuals or organizations to partner with the church in reaching this goal. Donations may given until Friday, Dec. 20. For more infonnation, call the church office. 517-852­ 1783, or email grnce@gc3.org. The church is located at 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville. To find out more about Wavemakers, go online to www.wavemakers.org. 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Dec. 9, Bellevue High School; 576 Love Highway; noon to 5:45 p.m. Vermontville — Wednesday, Dec. 11; Maple Valley High School; 11090 Nashville Highway; 8 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Lake Odessa Monday, Dec. 16; Central United Methodist Church, 912 Fourth Ave.; noon to 5:45 p.m. Hastings — Thursday, Dec. 19; Hastings Moose Lodge, 128 N. Michigan; 1 to 6:45 p.m. Anyone who weighs a minimum of 110 pounds, is at least 17 (or 16 with parent permission), is in reasonably good health and has not donated for 56 days is eligi­ ble. / Pancakes ! Biscuits & Gravy / Eggs / / Sausage I Homemade Toasted Bread I Come enjoy breakfast cooked and served by the men ofthe Saturday, Dec. 14 • 8am-10am DO YOU WANT QUALITY PRINTING at affordable prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at (269)945-9554. 1 UMW Cookie Walk Tvceetb going Io Judy A Shrrm Scott) Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers • Lakewood News • Maple Valley News GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Cd// 269-945-9554 for more information. 3 VERMONTVILLE METHODIST CHURCH • Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News • Reminder • Hastings Banner Over 64,000 Papers Distributed Every Week! 1351 N. M-43 Highway • P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone (269) 945-9554 • Fax (269) 945-5192 �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 30,2013 Clayton, Alabama passed away at his home Friday, November 22, 2013. Bom December 15,1930 in Hastings, he is the son of the late Kenneth Edward Babcock and the late Ora Marie Hine Babcock Crofoot. He was the previous owner of Lake One in Nashville. Mr. Babcock was a truck driver for eight years for Beach Manufacturing in Charlotte, and he retired on July 1,1992 from IMPCO in Lansing, where he worked as a machinist for many years. gardening and building bird houses. He is preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Edward Babcock; mother and step­ father, Qra Marie Hine Babcock Crofoot and Bryan Crofoot; and infant grandson, Joseph Rodeman. Survivors include his wife since April 11, 1950, Lora Loretta Wolever Babcock of Clayton, Alabama; son, Kenneth Babcock of Nashville; daughters, Virginia Todd of Allegan, Sherrill (David) Herman of Mary Jo (Randy) Holton of ermont vi l le ’s H eri t age: V ■ ■ er, John (May) Babcock of Plainwell; sister, Jane (Robert) Groscost Vicksburg; several grandchudren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and a special pet and friend, his dog Daisy. Mr. Babcock will be laid to rest at Nashville Cemetery in Nashville at a later date. ■ ■■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ □QI U hijr6i7 La3a IbTaaID>7 K3iIaTa IaS6y Hobmaae ■ ■■ I m Calling 911 is serious business Eaton County Central Dispatch received multiple 911 calls coming from non­ service initialized cell phones Tuesday, Nov. 19. Some ofthe calls were hang­ ups and others reported “my house is on fire.” The nui­ sance calls appeared to be children playing on the phone. Eaton County officials determined the calls were coming from a school bus. Dispatch contacted local school districts and discov­ ered Mason Schools had a bus in the general area. The driver found several non­ service initiated cell phones were being used by students on the bus. It’s important to under­ stand that non-service initial- The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. AMt’ 06799647 1-517-852-9481 Mt ^HopTtievfiisLey Scholastic Book Fair Sunday, Dcember 8th • 1-7 p.m. BARRY 11090 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville Local Business Owners from the Maple Valley area 25 Vendors representing independent businesses like “Thirty One” Concessions M.V. 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Each of these calls tied up a phone line thatshould have been open for a true emergency. According to Michigan law, making a false report of an emergency to 911 is a crime. Parents should talk to their children and let them know calling 911 is serious business. co . anes n & Family Owner/Manager COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. This illustration is of the former Squire home at 176 E. Main St. in Vermontville. (Drawing by Marianne Martin) This excerptfrom Vermontville’s Heritage sponsored by the Vermontville Historical Society was written in 1986. ly brick patio and terraced flower garden. The inside of the house includes a lovely spiral stair­ case leading from the front entrance, a large living room, Wait J. Squire is said to dining room, four bedrooms, have built the first frame several small rooms, bath house in Vermontville in and a newly remodeled 1837. It is at 176 E. Main St. country kitchen. Several in the southwest comer of years ago, earlier owners put the village. paneling on several walls The lumber that was used and lowered the ceilings. It to build the home came from has been remodeled and Hyde’s Mill, which was restored to the original con­ located in Kalamo. The lum­ dition as much as possible. ber was brought seven miles Wait Squires was elected through the woods from the supervisor in 1848^49 and in sawmill. 1853 was chosen as justice The home is a lovely of the peace. He was one of white colonial with tall win­ the agents sent from dows and black shutters. Vermont to select and pur­ There is a porch across the chase land for the New front and also a porch across Colony. He was very active the west side of the house. It in early affairs ofthe colony, has an uneven roof style. helping lay out streets and Lattice work extends from build the “State House.”. the side of the home to the Squires died in 1869 while garage on the west and also preparing material for a new on the east side for flowers to trail on. Parts of the original home were tom down many years ago as were several out buildings. The home is sur­ rounded by several large trees and pines, and a white picket fence outlines the west side of the lawn. The back lawn has traces of sev­ eral old buildings and a well pit. The present owners, the Ramseys, have added a love- brick home. His family fin­ ished the home. Mrs. Squires died in 1860 at the age of 65. The Squires had several chil­ dren: Dr. Arthur Wellesley, Manly Wallace, George Washington, Cornelius Hamilton, Martin Luther, John Howard, Catherine Helen and Clara Aurelia. Squires and some ofhis chil­ dren are buried in Woodlawn Cemetery. The Squires home was later owned by Mr. and Mrs. Milton Lamb. Milton was the grandson of George Lamb who came to Vermontville from Sunfield in the 1800s with his sons, Charles, Jesse, Roy and Louis, and was engaged in several Vermontville businesses for many years. Mr. Lamb paint­ ed the brick home white. The home was later owned by Mr. and Mrs. Otis Mills and is now owned by Mr. and Mrs. Ramsey. STAY FIT FOR THE HOLIDAYS! ZWhKA fiWEff Mondays & Thursdays 7-8pm in Studio "C" 4 Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 DANCE STUDIO 517.852.9910 207 N. Main St. • Nashville Check us out on the web at www. stepntimedancestudio.com Drop in Rates Available Just show up and get ready to Party! �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 30, 2013 — Page 5 High school students urged to compete in local writing contest To encourage writing among high school students, the Barry Community Foundation is readying for its annual “Write Away” competition funded by a grant from Kensinger and Alice Jones. In the spring, 2014 win­ ners in five different cate­ gories will be awarded cash prizes, along with appropri­ ate certificates. “Competition and rewards shouldn’t just be the preroga­ tive of the athletes,” said From the Pulpit A deeper gratitude by Pastor Gary Simmons Nashville, Vermontville and Woodland United Methodist churches For many years, as my family has gathered for a Thanksgiving or Christmas meal, we have participated in a group exercise in expressing gratitude. We are each given three pieces of candy com. Then we go around the circle, each taking a turn expressing one thing for which we are thankful. Once we have stated our thankfulness, we eat one piece of candy com. We continue around our circle three times until all Rave finished their ration of candy. I almost always feel resistant to participate in this exer­ cise, even when I am the one leading it. Then, more times than not, I am profoundly moved by the experience. I have found that after I have expressed my thankfulness out loud in front of my family, I feel really good. Three is such a small number. It is really easy to find three things for which to give thanks. You and I should be eagerly wanting to make known all of the blessings for which we are grateful. We should be able to spend all day and get sick off the candy com we would eat if we actu­ ally gave thanks for everything God has done for us. But there is another level of giving thanks that goes much deeper. This deeper kind of gratitude goes to the core of your soul. It acknowledges that God is God, and you are not. It will cause your spirit to worship God no matter what happens. It is an attitude that comes from gratefully receiving the undeserved forgiveness of your sins made possible by Christ’s gracious sacrifice on a cross. This level of thankfulness is much too significant to celebrate only on Thanksgiving, and Christmas and Easter. It is a soul-stirring, life-changing kind of grati­ tude. It is a thankfulness that is rooted in humility. It is. a gratitude that should direct the actions of your everyday life. Do you have it? Are you allowing your gratefulness to God to move all of your heart, soul, mind and strength so that you can’t help but love God and love all those around you every day? My prayer for you is that your soul will be moved this Christmas season by a holy and humble sense of grate­ fulness toward God. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. NashvilleJVil 49073 Sun.- Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is 'Someone Special.” For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship............ 11 a.m. 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service ......... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 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 School 10: 00 ........................ Church Service 11: 00.......................... Fellowship 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 Angus cattle, embark on a 14-year professorship at Michigan State University and collaborate with his wife, Alice, on two books and other publications. 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,” recalled Jones. The Joneses decided to fund a pilot program for the 2003-04 school year. The competition is for all high school students who attend Maple Valley, Hastings, Delton Kellogg, Thomapple Kellogg or the Barry Intermediate School District. There will be two separate contests, one for students in grades nine and 10, the other for students in grades 11 and 12. Freshmen, and sophomores may 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, 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 levels and could, possibly, win more than one award. After Dec. 2, full details and official rules and entry COBB WEll DRILLING &REPAIR Residents urged to ‘fill a cop carLaw enforcement officers throughout Eaton County will be asking for help to “Fill a Cop Car” with gro­ ceries Saturday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Officers will be at local grocery stores to collect non-perishable food items for local food banks. “Police officers chose their profession so that they can help others,” said Eaton County Sheriff Tom Reich. “During this time ofyear, we often experience families in need, but don’t have the abil­ ity to help directly.” Officers will be at the fol­ lowing locations in Eaton County: Kroger in Delta Township, Walmart in Delta Township, Walmart in Charlotte, Family Fare in Eaton Rapids, Family Fare in Grand Ledge and Carl’s Supermarket in Dimondale. All food collected will be donated to the food banks at the Siren shelter in Charlotte and Hearts and Hands in Eaton Rapids. The officers of the Charlotte and Eaton Rapids police and fire departments, Grand Ledge Police Department, Michigan State Police and the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office appreciate everyone’s generosity during this holi­ day season, said Reich. (■be *269-205-4900 Downtown Hastings I| on state St. ^EATERS GQTI.com and on Facebook Factory Trained Technicians Repair Service on all Major Brands • Appliances Repair TITLES AND TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANCE O® FROZEN (PG) SAT-SUN 11:20,1:40, 4:00, 6:25 MON-TH 4:00.6:25 o® 3D FROZEN (PG) $2.50 PREMIUM PER 30 TICKET DAILY 9:00 COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE CENTER Your Local GM Automotive Specialists LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON IVI-79 Our Diagnostic Computer Software is Compatible With All Makes & Models MOVIE GIFT CARDS available at the box office FREE $1 CONCESSION COUPON . Owner, faffDobbin, ASE Master Technician Over 20 years experience « HOUR TOWINC SERVICE AVAILABLE NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School ..................9:45 a.m. A.M. Service................................... 11 P.M. Service.................................... 6 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 GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West W.orship . 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH . 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ............. 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 8 DOBBINS ACDelco FIRE (PG-13) SAt-SUN 11:45,2:55, 6:05, 9:15 MON-TH 6:05,9:15 ©SAT-SUN 12:15, 3:25,6:35, 9:45 ® MON-TH 3:25, 6:35,9:45 THOR: THE DARK WORLD (PG-13) SAT-SUN 1:30,4:10,6:45, 9:30 MON-TH 4:10,6:45, 9:30 PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 Sunday School.............................. 10 A.M. Service................ .11:15 a.m. P.M, Service.................................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY 1 (269) 945-5100 (s) Stadium Sealing SHOWTIMES 11/30 -12/5 Worship.............................. 9:45 a.m. (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) BRANDI SOURCE MAJOR APPLIANCE OC BARGAIN twilight O No passes KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road Richard Cobb David Cobb DAILY 4:00-6:00 PM GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd.. Vermontville ^Richards With every $10 Movie Gin Card purchase. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. 30 Years Experience Estimates Available * excludes Digital 3D Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News action ads! 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org 7 Day Service Pumps Installed & Repaired Service On Submersible Pumps 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair Now Servicing Barry County O THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH • • • • Ml Lie. #1748 HASTINGS 4 '1lIlAALIIITTVY blanks may be obtained from the English departments at the respective schools. Home-schooled students are also encouraged to apply and may obtain the entry form directly from the Barry Community Foundation. The contest officially opens on that date. The closing date for submissions is Feb. 3, 2014. Winners will be announced in April. For more information, check with high school English departments or call Jennifer at the Barry Community Foundation, 269-945-0526. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalarno 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-726-0526 WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, November 30,2013 COUNCIL, from page 1 Victor Stanley surface-mounted lakeside style trash receptacles with top openings are. the choice of the Nashville Village Council members for the new streetscape. Nashville Village Council members selected the Victor Stanley Framers modern series benches for the streetscape project. from the skate park group has contacted the village. • Trustee Darren Fisher asked Department of Public Works Supervisor Scott Decker if the skating rink will be put up this year. Decker replied that, “Yes, Holophane Granville II lamp posts will soon replace that is the plan.” Decker the current lighting on Main Street in Nashville. hopes it will get more use now that it will be in its sec­ skate park group. There was will be ready in 90 days. ond season. • Trustee Lori discussion of whether they • Trustee rcia Courtney asked ifthe council had been notified. Clerk Scramlin, board member of has heard anything from the Cathy Lentz said no one the Nashville Area Citizens Coalition, gave an update on Nash Bash. She said it went well with a good turnout and told the council members there will be a Village Christmas Craft Show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, This rendering pictures an enlargement of the intersection showing the bump-outs The Maple Valley volley­ Checks can be sent to the Dec. 14 in the Kellogg on the corners. ball program will host its high school office, along Community Center. The council unanimously first alumni volleyball match with information on T-shirt approved the following with Sunda, Dec. 8, at Maple sizes for participants. Ben Langman Valley Jr/Sr High School. There is no cost for specta­ Trustee The event will run from 2 tors, but donations will be absent: • Streetscape selections of p.m. to 6 p.m. accepted. Holophane Granville II lamp The cost is $25 for players. posts; Victor ’ Stanley Framers modem series benches; Victor Stanley sur­ face mounted lakeside style Friday trash receptacle with top Home Cookin’ opening; classic U/2 style Night Specials ! Jack 6 Judy’s \ bike racks by CycleSafe. All-You-Can-Eat Cod, • Parking licenses for Country Perch, Shrimp, Clam Chaffee residence at 218 Maple and Scramlin resi­ Strips- or Catfish Kettle dence at 210 Sherman. _ Cafe , • November bills paid Saturday $70,625. Alumni volleyball game set for Dec. 8 Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! f ft 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Night Specials Featuring Prime Rib, Roast Pork & Dressing All dinners include Soup & Salad Bar ■ 06827767 Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News action ads! This is an example of a tree guard that will protect trees as part of the streetscape project for Nashville. The streetscape plans are expected to be completed in June 2014. Nasrivine Communltu Theater presents trie timeless classic. FRIDAYS: December 6 & 13 at7 pm SATURDAYS: December 7&14m2 nm&7pm SUNDAYS: December 8 & 15 at2 pm Main street Theatre House Kim Rodriguez NuTQcKeR 301 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE (Theater is on corner ofMain & Washington. Use side entrance and go upstairs) Adults SI0, Seniors (62 t up) & Stvdeats $8, Children 12 and under $5 Reserved Seating recommended by calling 517 749 1229 or entailing lherevueM*yahooxom Doors open 30 minutes before curtain. Concessions, Free Parking, and Air Conditioning B Ffa fianace cl emtolno:ok ok The Revue (Nashville Theatre Group) and The Revue (Children’s Theatre) Vickie Atchinson to sing at local church Dec. 8. Vickie Atchinson will sing at Gresham United Methodist Church at .9:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 8. She will sing a number of popu­ lar Christmas songs for young and old alike during this special worship event. Atchinson developed her- voice as a child singing while gathered around her guitar-strumming grandmother and uncles. “If you have not experi­ enced a performance by Vickie Atchinson, you are missing an indescribable blessing,” said Bryce Feighner, pastor at Gresham UMC. “All are invited. Come and enjoy great worship and fellowship.” Gresham United Methodist Church is located at 5055 N. Mulliken Road, Charlotte. For more informa­ tion, call 517-652-1580. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 30,2013 — Page 7 Putnam library planning for busy month Putnam District Library will be closed for a long Thanksgiving weekend, reopening Monday, Dec. 3, but the calendar is filled with holiday cheer in the month of December, said Director Shauna Swantek. Festival of Trees The Sixth annual Festival of Trees is now underway featuring more than 25 miniature trees decorated by the community. The 2013 theme “Community: How Sweet it Is” has led many organizations and businesses to decorate with assorted candies, making for a mouth­ watering display, said Swantek. The Friends . of Putnam District Library* encourage the public to visit and vote for their favorite trees using spare change. Favorite trees will receive coveted mirrorball orna­ ments and bragging rights. Frugal Living Exchange December’s Frugal Living Exchange will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10, at Grace Church for the group’s first Cookie exchange. The community is invited to par­ ticipate by baking 12 dozen of one type of cookie. Participants should bring a typed copy of their recipes Maple Valley Implement’s entry is not only a tree but a village landscape depicting the sweetness of life in Nashville, “The Friendly Village. and are asked to not use mixes and avoid chocolate chip cookies. Those partici­ pating should bring contain­ ers in which to take home their assorted cookies. Shirt boxes are good for transport­ ing large numbers of treats. For more information, email Laura Scott, group coordina­ tor, at lscott@putnamlib.org. or call the library. Lego Club The Lego Club meets Saturday, Dec. 14. The group will meet at the VFW at 11:30 a.m. and walk (with the library) in Nashville’s Christmas parade. Upon arrival at the library, they will enjoy a Christmas Lego party. Parents should pre­ register for this month’s event by contacting the library. Santa’s visit Santa will visit Putnam District Library Tuesday, Dec. 17, from 6 to 8 p.m. The Friends of Putnam District Library will offer crafts for families and will Third grade teacher named staff member of the month by Shari Carney Staff Writer Natalie Donovan, third grade teacher at Fuller Street Elementary, has been chosen as the staff member of the month for Maple Valley Schools. With that honor, she receives preferred parking, a lunch gift card, her photo­ graph on display in the lobby of the central office, and one hour of release time. The Maple Valley Schools Facebook page has received many comments regarding Donovan’s selec­ tion, including one from Nichole Murray who wrote, “[It] doesn’t matter where she is, Mrs. Donovan always has a smile on her face and is there if needed to be. Both my daughters love walking into school eveiy morning and saying ‘Hi’ to her. Mrs. Donovan is a great, loving teacher and I am glad that I got to meet her.” Jamie Joseph Brighton wrote, “Very much deserved. We love Mrs. Donovan.” My oldest son was in her first class at Maple Valley.” Jamie Root Wiggs com­ mented, “She’s the best. Always putting the best interest of the student first. We love her.” When asked what she loves about being a teacher, have book baskets available for purchase. Santa will pose for pictures, and families are encouraged to bring cam­ eras. Each family will receive a book made possible through partnership with the United Way of Barry County. The Holly Trolley will be in town the same evening with a warming sta­ tion at Main Street Banquet Hall. For more information, call the library, 517-852-9723, or visit the website, www.put- The Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation’s entry to the Festival of Trees features ornaments recog­ nizing the foundation’s named scholarships and thank­ ing its sweet donors. namlib.org/ or the Facebook page. Santa to visit the Vermontville library Santa will kick offthe hol­ The opera house doors will holiday pictures, write a let­ iday season by arriving at the open at 6 p.m. From 6 to 7:30 ter to Santa and enjoy a Vermontville Township p.m. craft and activity sta­ snack, said Rumsey. Parents Library Friday, Dec. 6, at 6 tions will be available. are asked to bring cameras p.m. As children wait for their for their holiday photos. ' Due to the popularity of turn to visit with Santa, they For more information, call this event, Santa and Mrs. can make ornaments, color the library, 517-726-1362. Claus will be visiting with children inside the opera <// ,/z f// f// f// * f// <£ house, said Director Carla J ’s Rumsey. Families may begin gath­ ering in front of the opera house at 5:45 p.m., to await S Family Choose-n-Cut • 10 AM Daily - Dark S Santa’s arrival by firetruck. Open Nov. 22 - Dec. 22 Maxson * Christmas Tree Farm • Beautiful blue spruce 5-14' trees • Ride the “Chariot" to the trees Dorothy Betts celebrates 89th birthday Come and celebrate Dorothy Betts 89th birthday at her home on December 15th from 2 to 5 p.m. ClvuAimaA 'It/'iecMiA • SltOfLfie fywe Jlot Ckocolcde & Oooki&L 6861 Tischer Rd., Lake Odessa Take M-43 north to Carlton Center, left on Usborne, right on Brown, right on Tischer, first farm on right 616-374-7831 SANTA’S FAVORITE TREE FARM NlTdirNII Nil NU NU NU Nil Nil NU N. NU Nil NU NU NU Nil Nil' NU Fuller Street Elementary third grade teacher Natalie Donovan is the staff of the month for Maple Valley Schools. Donovan replied, “Wow, that’s a big question. I love everything about it. I love watching the kids learn and grow throughout the year. I love all the field trips, par- ties and other fun events we get to do together. It is the most rewarding job there is, and I truly appreciate and enjoy having the chance to do it.” Call269-945-9554forMaple ValleyNews classified ads �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 30,2013 Memories of the Past A glimpse of Thanksgivings pas ... This Memories of the Past article by the late Susan Hinckley was printed in the Maple Valley News, Nov. 29,1983. Portions ofthe arti­ cle were published as a Memories of the Past Nov. 30, 1982) Thanksgiving is a day of tradition, family gatherings, bountiful meals, worship services and remembering the less fortunate. In early Nashville, certain special community traditions also were linked to the November holiday. Before the turn of the cen­ tury, one such event was the annual Thanksgiving Day hunt in which local males divided into two teams and took to the fields in search of game. Reward for the win­ ning hunters was a dinner prepared by the losers. Thanksgiving Eve dances at the old opera house also were a regular treat for some 40 years after the building was completed in 1877. Another Nashville holiday event of yesteryear was the annual Thanksgiving foot­ ball game staged at the old Riverside Park. Most years, the contest was between the local squad and that of Charlotte or some other area high school. Occasionally, however, it was a strictly local affair, with alumni challenging the NHS team. In the days before television, the holiday games drew a large turnout of fans. The following excerpts taken from yellowing pages of The Nashville News over the past century-plus help to recapture some of the flavor of those earlier Thanksgivings. 1874 — The people of Nashville are invited to attend a Union Thanksgiving service at the Methodist Church the morning of Thanksgiving Day and to bring what they can in the way of provisions and money, to send to the unfor­ tunate people in the grasshopper region of Kansas and Nebraska. It is a well-known fact that many ofthese people are in desper­ ate circumstances, following the panic of ‘73 and the grasshopper ravages of the past summer. Contributions of cash, dried fruit, wheat meal and used clothing will be collected by Capt. Boise, Talented local musician Hiram W. Walrath, a cobbler by trade, was responsible for arranging many of the Thanksgiving dance events that were staged at Nashville’s 1877 opera house over some 40 years. Messers C. Smith, L. Durkee and G.A. Truman and sent in' a box car to a distributing center in the hard-hit area. 1877 — Nineteen Hastings firms have agreed to close their places of busi­ ness on Thanksgiving Day, but so far, none of Nashville’s merchants has consented to follow suit ... The Nashville, orchestra will give a dance in the opera house Thanksgiving night. The bill, $1.25 per couple, includes oyster supper. 1878 A seven-inch snow fell on Thanksgiving Day, providing excellent sleighing, and many a cutter was out on Friday morning ... A big community hunt In addition to the traditional observance of Thanksgiving, residents of early Nashville had a few special ways to took place Thanksgiving mark the November holiday. Before the turn of the century, a community game hunting contest was a highlight of Day with close to a hundred the day. After 1900, play by the local high school football team became an annual holiday attraction. And in both hunters taking part. They were divided into two teams the 19th and 20th centuries, Thanksgiving dances at the local opera house were a drawing card. and all left at 8 a.m. and- had until noon to report in with their game. A veritable mountain of game was returned, including squirrels, rabbits, partridge, chipmunks, a few ducks and one red fox. Captain Smith’s hunting team brought in the most edible game and thus won the privilege of-feasting Friday night while members of the losing team prepared the meal. 1880 - The Nashville Quadrill Band will give a Thanksgiving party at the opera house Nov. 25. All lovers of the dance can have a good time for: 25 cents a head ... The thermometer stood at eight degrees below zero Monday morning, which is several degrees colder than any day last win­ ter. Frozen ears are as plenti­ ful as Thanksgiving, turkeys. 1899 H.W. Walrath opens the skating rink at the opera house tomorrow night, Commencing in the early 1900s and for some quarter-century thereafter, a Thanksgiving Day game at the old and on Thanksgiving night Riverside athletic field was a popular afternoon event. If the NHS 11 had no scheduled contest with another school, will give a public ball with they were challenged by a team of local alumni. Members of this 1916 squad may have played in the holiday con- excellent music by an out-of­ test as students and later as alumni. They are (front row, from left) Wayne Kidder, Elvars Larabee, Merle Vance, town orchestra ... Sanford J. Vern Bera, Earl Gibson, Glenn Smith, Charlie Dalhouser, (middle) Robert Townsend, Harold Reighner, Carl Truman has taken a full page McWha, Forest Smith, (back) Professor Rockwell, coach, Merle Smith, Glenn Hunt and Dale DeVine. (Photo orig- in The News this week to advertise a great inally loaned by Myrtle Marshall Donovan) Thanksgiving sale of men’s suits and other clothing. Suits are priced from $2.10 to $10. In the grocery depart­ ment are such specials as these: Lion coffee 10 cents; Best crackers, four pounds, 25 cents; rice, four pounds, 25 cents; light brown sugar, 20 pounds, $1. 1900 — The children of the Nashville schools have taken up a collection to purr, chase a dray load offood and provisions to be distributed to the poor folks of the vil­ lage on Thanksgiving Day. 1901 — As usual, Brumm’s Market will give away a huge turkey the day before Thanksgiving to the person coming nearest to guessing its weight. 1902 — A masquerade dance is planned at the opera house Thanksgiving Eve ... Quite a few cutters out on Thanksgiving Day, taking advantage of the three-inch snowfall of the previous night. 1903 — Local mail carriers have received notice from Washington that they need not make their rounds on Thanksgiving Day. 1904 — There will be a dance at the opera house Thanksgiving night, with music by Walrath’s orches­ tra. Bill for dancing and for turkey or oyster stew supper at the Bon Ton Cafe at mid­ night, just $ 1 per couple. 1927 — The high school football 11 and an alumni team met at Riverside Park Thanksgiving Day in a benefit game for Hack V. Downing, and after a rather thrilling struggle, the hostilities ended with honors even, the score standing at 6-6. The old-timers lineup included a number of former high school stars and among among those who got into the fray were Don Sprague, John Johnson, Howard Galey, Jesse Guy, Bill Face, Shirley and Nelson Brumm, Dale DeVine, Dr. O.O. Mater, Ralph Olin, L.W. Face and Continued next page �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, November 30,2013 — Page 9 church, and the Rev. Harry B. Stevens will deliver the Mrs. Howard Al Bennett. Postmaster sermon. Robert Surine, E.L. Kane McDonald, assisted by wives and Emory Morris officiated. of the other ministers, is The alumni, by virtue of arranging the musical pro­ their superior weight, made gram ... Friends from consistent line plunges for Hastings, Stony Point and gains, while the high school Nashville met Thursday at team had to take to the air to the home of Mr. and Mrs. score. Then the almuni dis­ Charles Matson for a double covered they, too, had a celebration. In keeping with passing combination — Thanksgiving, they also hon­ Sprague to Bennett — which ored Mr. and Mrs. Matson, they proceeded to use to tie who were recently married at Charlotte. The table was the count. beautifully decorated for the 1932 — Thanksgiving Day in Nashville and vicini­ event, and the daughter, Mrs. ty was a day of quiet family Victor Osborne of Hastings, gatherings for the most part acted as hostess. After wish­ Various organizations sent ing the couple many more out baskets to the less fortu­ Thanksgiving days, the nate, and all thogether it was guests departed for their a time of quiet thankfulness. homes. 1950 — Dr. and Mrs. O.O. Thanksgiving Eve found a Mater and sons Gene and very interesting program in John spent Thanksgiving progress at the Evangelical church, with an appreciative audience and a good collec­ tion as further features. The young people deserve a lot of credit for the success, partic­ ularly Allen Brumm and Raymond McConnell, who were stage builders, decora­ IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE tors, etc. There was two-act BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE play and a comedy dialogue, YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT a reading by Eleanor Parrott, OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE'- Default a violin solo by Billy been made in the conditions Hecker, besides the devo- has of a mortgage made by Seth tionals. and Brenda McDiarmid 1945 - The Nashville McDiarmid, husband and wife, to Women’s Literary Club met Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.,as nominee for at Putnam Library Nov. 21 in West Michigan Finance Inc., its observance of successors or assigns, Thanksggiving Day, with Mortgagee, dated November 30, Mrs. Ward Smith acting as 2007 and recorded December 5, in Instrument Number hostess. Mrs. Ernest Balch, 2007 20071205-0004893, Barry accompanied by Mrs. Hale County Records, Michigan. Said, Sackett, led the group in mortgage is now held by singing “Now Thank We All JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.by assignment. There is claimed to Our God.” The story of be due at the date hereofthe sum Thanksgiving was given by of Seventy-One Thousand Six Mrs. Fred Camp ... For the Hundred Four and 95/100 Dollars first time in 20 years, Mr. ($71,604.95) including interest at per annum. and Mrs.’ Jess Hbrlow of 6.75% Under the power of sale con­ Maple Grove had all their tained in said mortgage and the children home on statute in such case made and Thanksgiving Day ... Claude provided, notice is hereby given said mortgage will be fore­ Miller, son of Mr. and Mrs that closed by a sale of the mort­ Clifton Miller, arrived with gaged premises, or some part of his discharge in time for them, at. public vendue at the Thanksgiving Day. He was place of holding the circuit court Barry County., Michigan at in the - service over 37 within 1:00 PM on DECEMBER 19, months, spending 31 months 2013. in Africa, Sicily, Italy, Said premises are located in Corsica, France, Germany the Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and arte and Belgium. He wears four described as: ribbons, four stars and one Land situated in the Township arrowhead. of Hope, County of Barry, State of 1949 — “To err is human, Michigan :The South 280.0 feet of East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 to forgive divine ...” The the of the Southeast 1/4 of the boxed notice on this page Southeast 1/4 of Section 22, concerning Union Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Thanksgiving services is to subject to an easement for and egress over and call your attention to the cor­ ingress across the West 66 feet thereof rect date, which is Thursday, appurtenant to land adjoining the Thanksgiving morning at 10 North side of described parcel. The redemption period shall be o’clock. The News last week months from the date of such gave the date as Wednesday, 6sale, unless, determined aban­ Nov. 24. the service this year doned in accordance with MCLA will be at the Methodist §600.3241a', in which case the From previous page LEGAL NOTICE ** Mitt wwd Ml - ft n haw Wlbteiip : as iwisuMij ■i* iaWsiiS! 1imt BSiEEKii ■J jgpit ffi -1 mpi • jcsfWmiiF itfe tatUR&[Tj! MllltftiBlH ingrf gj-talB® — s taw i'®®'iac 1 Ji * . ,^£52^ *!: n-^1 •O; PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: A;; jj**1 jU JJ t iw»££ * «»V* i «»»< < j;3> All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age .or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will hot knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 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. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. Dated: November 16, 2013 Orlans Associates, P.C.. Attorneys for Servicer P.O'. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 13-013608 (11-16)(12-07) 0f826765 Day with friends hear Warrenton, Va. On their v{ay home, they were caught in a traffic jam on the Pennsylvania turnpike and had to detour around Pittsburgh, arriving home late Monday night. 1952 — Mr. and Mrs. Marcel Evalet, who spent the deer season at their cabin in Antrim County, returned home Monday with a deer. Mr. and Mrs C.O. Mason spent Thanksgiving and the weekend with them, return­ ing home Sunday with a deer. Ceylon Garlinger and John Gearhart, spending the last three days in the same area, also were successful in fulfilling their licenses. 1953 — Thanksgiving will be appropriately observed at NashvilleKellogg School with a spe­ cial program Wednesday. The first section of the sev­ enth grade will present “The First Thanksgiving” under the direction of Mrs. Greta Firster, and a slat entitiled “Thanksgiving Day Hazards” will be presented under direction of Mrs. Lucille Gury. Musical num­ bers will be played by the high school band and by the combined seventh and eighth grade bands. LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Linda S. FORECLOSURE NOTICE Ferris and Roland L. Ferris, Wife This firm is a debt collector and Husband, to Mortgage attempting to collect a debt. Any Electronic Registration Systems, information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Inc., as nominee for CMGM Inc., Military, please contact our office its successors or assigns, at the number listed below. Mortgagee^ated August 9,2006 MORTGAGE SALE — Default has arid recorded August 15, 2006 in been made in the conditions of a Instrument Number 1168634, certain mortgage made by: Barry County Records, Michigan. Michael Sweeney, A Single Man Said mortgage is now held by Ally to Mortgage Electronic Bank by assignment. There is Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Countrywide Home claimed to be due at the date Loans, Inc., its successors arid hereof the sum of One Hundred assigns, Mortgagee, dated June Seventy-Five Thousand Nine 25, 20.04 and recorded July 7, Hundred Nineteen and 91/100 2004 in Instrument # 1130426 Dollars ($175,919.91) including Barry County Records, Michigan. interest at 2.93% per annum. Said mortgage was assigned to: Under the power of sale con­ Bank ofAmerica, N.A., successor tained in said mortgage and the by merger to BAG Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide statute in such case made and Home Loans Servicing, LP, by provided, notice is hereby given assignment dated April 12, 2012 that said mortgage will be fore­ and recorded April 27, 2012 in closed by a sale .of the mort­ Instrument # 201204270004929 gaged premises, or some part of on which mortgage there is them, at public vendue at the claimed to be due at the date place of holding the circuit Court hereof the sum of Eighty-Three within Barry County., Michigan at Thousand Eight Hundred Twenty Dollars and Five Cents 1-:00 PM on DECEMBER 12, ($83,820.05) including interest 2013. Said premises are located in 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said the Township of Johnstown, mortgage and the statute in such Barry County, Michigan, and are case made arid provided, notice described as: is hereby given that said mort­ Real property in the Township gage will be foreclosed by a sale of Johnstown, County of Barry, of the mortgaged premises, Or State of Michigan, and is some part of them, at public ven­ due, Circuit Court of Barry described as follows:A parcel of County at 1:00PM on December land in the Southwest 1/4 of 26,2013. Said premises are situ­ Section 9, Town 1 North, Range 8 ated in Township of Irving,. Barry West, described as beginning at County, Michigan, and are a point North 15° 30’ West 295.6 described as: Part of the feet from a point on the South line Northwest one quarter of Section of said Section 9, distant 1005.5 3, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, feet West ofthe Southeast comer Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: of said Section 9, arid running Beginning at a point on the North­ thence North 15° 30' West 91 South one quarter line of Section feet; thence North 68° 30' East 3, distant North 275 feet from the 256.1 feet to the shore of Bristol Southeast comer of the North Lake; thence South 61° 36' East fractional one half of the along shore 75 feet; thence Northwest fractional one quarter South 62° 55' West 316.2 feet to of said Section 3; thence West the place of beginning. 231 feet; thence North 220 feet; The redemption period shall be thence East 231; thence South b months from the date of such 220 feet to the point of beginning. Commonly known as 7805 sale, unless determined aban­ Woodschool Road, Freeport Ml doned in accordance with MCLA 49325 The redemption period §600.3241 a, in which case the shall be 6 months from the date redemption period shall be 30 of such sale, unless determined days from the date of such sale. abandoned in accordance with TO ALL PURCHASERS: The MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the foreclosing mortgagee can redemption period shall be 30 rescind the sale. In that event, days from the date of such sale, your damages, if any, are limited or upon the expiration of the solely to the return of the bid notice required by MCL amount tendered at sale, plus 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later; interest. or upltess MCL 600.3240(17) If the property is sold at fore­ applies. If the property is sold at closure sale, pursuant to MCL foreclosure sale under Chapter 600.3278, the borrower will be 32 of the Revised Judicature Actof 1961, under MCL 600.3278, held responsible to the person the borrower will be held respon­ who buys the property at the sible to the person who buys the mortgage foreclosure sale or to property at the mortgage foreclo­ the mortgage holder for-damage sure sale or to the mortgage to the property during the holder for damaging the property redemption period. during the redemption period. If you are a tenant in the prop­ Dated: 11/23/2013 Bank of erty, please contact our office as America, N.A., successor by merger to BAG Home Loans you may have certain rights. Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Dated: November 9, 2013 Home Loans Servicing, LP Orlans Associates, P.C.. Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys for Servicer Attorneys: Potestivo & P.O. Box 5041 Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Troy, Ml 48007 Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml File No. 13-016004 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File 01-09)01-30) 06826233 No: 13-90155 01-23)02-14) 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 made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Ralph Allen Ondersma, A Single Man to Option One Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated June 6, 2006 and recorded June 15,2006 in Instrument # 1166011 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for ABFC 2006-OPT1 Trust, ABFC Asset- Backed Certificates, Series 2006-OPT1, by assignment dated January 2, 2010 and recorded January 20, 2010 in Instrument # 201001200000610 on: which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Ninety-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Forty­ Seven Dollars and SeventySeven Cents ($298,347.77) including interest 10% 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 26, 2013 Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Northwest One quarter of Section 7, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Beginning at the North one quar­ ter comer of said Section 7; thence South 00 degrees 12 min­ utes 02 seconds East 825.72 feet along the North-South one quar­ ter line of said Section 7; thence South 89 degrees 27 minutes 01 second West 722.17 feet; thence North 00 degrees 27 minutes 59 seconds East 364.77 feet; thence 172.79 feet along a 200.00 foot radius curve to the right, the long chord which bears North 25 degrees 12 minutes 59 seconds East 167.46 feet; thence 88.17 feet along a 100:00 foot radius curve to the left, the long chord of which bears North-24 degrees 42 minutes 29 seconds East 85.34 feet; thence North 00 degrees 32 minutes 59 seconds West 33.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 27 minutes 01 second East 610.31 feet along the North line of said Section 7 to the point of ending. Commonly known as 543 West Brown Road, 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; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the prop­ erty is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 ofthe Revised Judicature Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damag­ ing the property during the redemption period. Dated: 11/23/2013 Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Trustee for ABFC 2006-OPT1 Trust, Asset Backed Funding Corporation Asset­ Backed Certificates, Series 2006-OPT1, Assignee of Mortgagee & Attorneys: Potestivo Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd,. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 13-89583 01-23)02-14) NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTYDEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on April 9,1998, by Loyal Order of Moose, Hastings Lodge No. 628 (a/k/a Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 628), a Michigan non-profit, as Mortgagor, given by it to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on April 13,1998, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1010269, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated June 24, 2013, recorded on July 15, 2013, in Instrument Number 2013-008729, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is'claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Fifty-Three Thousand Five Hundred Seventy-Two and 77/100 Dollars ($53,572.77); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default;. NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, December 26, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County; there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bid­ ders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allow­ able costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage men­ tioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF HASTINGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Commencing at the Northeast comer of Lot 442, thence West 103 feet 10 inches, more or less, to the cen­ ter of a brick wall running North and South for the place of begin­ ning, thence South 84 feet 9 inch­ es, thence West 6 feet 2 inches, thence South to the South line of Lot 441, thence West on the North line of the Alley to the Southwest corner of Lot 438, thence North to the Northwest comer of Lot 438, thence East to the place of beginning, EXCEPT: The South 24 half feet of Lots 438,439 and 440, and the South 24 half feet of the West 22 feet of Lof 441, of the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, Barry County, Michigan. ALSO: Parts of Lots 441 and 442 of the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, described as beginning at the Northeast comer of said Lot 442, thence West 103 feet 10 inches to the center of a brick wall, thence South 84 feet 9 inches, thence West 6 feet 2 inches, thence South to a point 30 feet North of the South line of said Lot 441, thence East to the East line of said Lot 442, thence North to the place of beginning, EXCEPT the South 16 feet thereof. Property address: 128 N. Michigan Avenue, Hastings, Michigan 49058 Property Parcel: 55-201­ 051-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, ’ in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale 'under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for dam­ aging the property during the redemption period. Dated: November 12, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 01-23)02-14) �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 30,2013 Lions fill a lot of spots 3 all-county teams Brian Lincoln. Gonser was Valley: A senior guard who downs. Other members of the 2013 first-team All-KVA this fall. has been a steady performer Anthony Mahler, Maple on the Lion, offensive line for All-Barry County Football First Team Defense are Valley: Mahler was the the last two years. Lions’ number two receiver, “He and Jeremy (Fisher) Hastings’ Miguel Aijona and pulling in 13 balls for 372 made a lot of great double- James Lee; Lakewood’s team blocks and he also did a Jacob Jacob arng, aay yards and five touchdowns.. Football Darling Makay Mahler also punted for the very good job of getting to Markwart Jayson O’Mara It wasn’t the season any of said coach and Alex the Bany County varsity foot-Lions all year, averaging 29.4 linebackers, Salgat; and ball teams had hoped for in yards per kick. He earned Lincoln. Thomapple Kellogg’s Cole Other members ofthe 2013 Cronkright, Garrett Harris, the fall of 2013. honorable mentipn All-KVA All-Barry County Football Thomapple Kellogg and honors. Kamryn Kidder and Gabe Second Team Offense are Offensive Line Maple Valley tied for the Jeremy Fisher, Maple Delton Kellogg’s Jake Reed Space. most wins in the county, with Football Second Team and Tobias; just two each. Hastings and Valley: TTie Lions senior cen-and Leighton Defense Delton Kellogg had one win ter who snapped for his team Hastings’ Taylor Horton and Defensive Line apiece whileg Lgakewood was on almost every down for the Jason Slaughter; Lakewood’s Alec Hosmer, Maple edged by rival Ionia in the last two years.. “I can’t Gabe Bowen; and Thomapple Valley: A junior, head coach season-finale to finish win- remember a bad snap in those Kellogg’s Jacob Gipe and Brian Lincoln called him his less. two years,” coach Lincoln Israel Torres. team’s most consistent DFootball First Team But the Vikings showed said. lineman. Fisher was named firstDefense some heart in that final game, He ended the season with Defensive Line and every one of the County team All-KVA this fall after a 36 tackles, including 2.5 for a Cole Decker, Maple loss and two sacks. teams has things to look for-couple of busy summers in Valley: A junior defensive ward too. A solid group bf the weight room. Linebackers Other members of the 2013 lineman, Decker led the Terpening youngsters goings a good col-Marcum lection of senior leaders on All-Barry County Football Maple Valley team in tackles Maple Valley: A sophomore, the 2013 All-Barry County First Team Offense are with 59. He had nine tackles who stepped into the middle Football First and Second Delton Kellogg’s Blake Mast for a loss and four sacks. for the Lion defense this fall. “There were nights when He ended the year with 36 and Cameron Tobias; Teams. Hastings ’ Nate Pewoski and the other team could not Football First Team tackles and two sacks. Stephen Shaffer; Lakewood’s block Cole,” said coach “His last three or four Offense Tyler Oesch, Charlie Reiser Lincoln. “We are hoping this games he really came on and Receivers Austin Gonser, Maple and Doug Suntken; and is just the beginning going figured things out,” said Valley: The big-play guy for Thomapple Kellogg’s Jake forward for him next year.” coach Lincoln. “In our league Zach Rosenberger, the Lions in his senior season, Benjamin, Connor Collier everyone runs the fullback Maple Valley: A senior who trap and he did a great job of Gonser caught 32 passes for and Nick Iveson. started every game on both Football Second Team 428 yards, rushed 39 times shutting it down.” sides of the ball for the Lions Other members of the 2013 Offense for 352 yards, and scored ten this year. All-Barry County Football touchdowns including one on Quarterback He finished fhe season with a school-record 99-yard kick­ Beau Johnson, Maple 42 tackles, 3.5 tackles for a Second Team Defense are off return. Valley: A junior, Johnson set loss and four forced fumbles. Delton Kellogg’s Hunter “He is one of those rare a Maple Valley record for Chilton and Hunter Smith; athletes that will be hard to passing yards in a game with He recovered one of those Hastings’ Sam Eastman, fumbles and was named hon­ replace,” said- head coach 319 against Constantine. He orable mention all-conference Keegan Harvath and Zach McMahon; and Thomapple finished the year completing in the KVA this year. Kellogg’s Colin Irwin. 54-of-93 pass attempts for Linebackers 926 yards. He threw 12 Volleyball Dylan Kennedy, Maple touchdown passes and five Valley: Kennedy was big on Barry County’s best volinterceptions all year. both sides of the ball for the leyball players from 2013 are “He gets the other kids in Lions. as a senior. At line-only going to get better. position and knows what each backer he had 52 tackles, Among the 15 girls honposition should do each including 3.5 for loss and ored this year as All-Barry C play,” said head coach Brian three sacks. County performers there are Lincoln. At runni.ng back, Kennedy only four seniors among the OFFERING COMPLETE Offensive Line rushed 117 times for 563 group, a trio of Thomapple WATER & WELL Storm Ewing, Mapleryuasrdse and scoremd efsouro trouch-Kellogg Trojans and one DRILLING & PUMP Maple Valley Lion. That trio of Trojan seniors SALES & SERVICE led their team to one of TK’s 4” TO 12” WELLS best volleyball seasons ever. 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Volleyball First Team Members of the 2013 AllQUALITY, VALUE S SERVICE Bany County Volleyball First Team are Delton Kellogg’s Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 Nashville (517) 852-9565 by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Here are the 2013 All­ Barry County First and Second teams for the fall sports season. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. Grand Re-Opening Dan’s Appliance, Furniture & More EM66 Tire Super Tire Specials Goodman* FROST HEATING & COOLING Faith Ferris; Lakewood’s Morris, Karly Vanessa Gabie Reynhout, Shellenbarger, and Charlie Thomapple and Smith; Kellogg’s Sydney LeMay and Jessica Ziccarello. Volleyball Second Team Hadley Joppie, Maple Valley: A four-year varsity player of the Lions who earned First Team All-KVA this fall, Joppie was the Lions’ statistical leader. Joppie knocked 175 kills to go along with 23 aces and 195 digs. Other members ofthe 2013 All-Barry County Volleyball Second Team are Delton Kellogg’s Kristen Mohn; Hastings’ Maddie Dailey, Mary Feldpausch and Erin Goggins; Lakewood’s Taylor VantLand; and Thomapple Kellogg’s Holly Dahlke and Sydney Krol. Valley: A senior captain for the Lions. Sanchez earned honorable mention all-conference in the KVA this fall. Other members ofthe 2013 All-Barry County Boys’ Soccer Second Team are Delton Kellogg’s Keith Malachowski, Jeff Minehart and Austin Tobias; Hastings’ Peter Beck, Aaron Fleischer and Stephen Kendall; Lakewood’s Nate Kauffman; and Thomapple Kellogg’s Kyle Clark and Tyler Pohl. Girls’ Cross Country Thomapple Kellogg’s girls were the runaway champions in Barry County once again, winning the county cross county meet by 21 points over runner-up Hastings. The county meet was squeezed in on a Monday afternoon in between region als and the Lower Peninsula State Finals. Boys’ Soccer The Trojan girls hoisted the The Barry County varsity county trophy two days after boys’ soccer teams stacked up winning the Division 2 well with anybody in 2013, Regional championship at even able to hang with some Fish Creek Sportsman’s Club of the top teams in the state at in Carson City, then followed times. up their county meet win by Delton Kellogg chased placing 13th at the Division 2 after Hackett Catholic Central State Finals. at the top of the Kalamazoo The Trojan girls were the Valley Association standings only county girls taking part throughout much of the year. in the state finals in 2013, but In the OK Gold, Hastings fin- that didn’t mean everyone ished as the runner-up to else didn’t turn in some fine South Christian. performances. Hastings had the highlight The Trojans were the runof the season, knocking off ners-up to South Christian in Grand Rapids Christian in the the OK Gold Conference, and Division 2 district tournament Hastings placed third in the hosted by East Grand Rapids, league standings.^ earning a spot in a district Delton Kellogg and Maple final against the host Valley battled for position all Pioneers. season long in the Kalamazoo Lakewood bounced Delton Valley Association. Kellogg from its district tour- Lakewood finishe.d at the nament in Division 3 and back of the pack in the went on to play in its fourth Capital Area Activities straight district championship Conference White Division, game (the first four district but saw a little hope for the finals in Lakewood history). future with a freshman leadThomapple Kellogg and ing the way. Maple Valley created their The top seven finishers at own highlights throughout the Barry County Meet, the course of the fall as well. which was hosted by Delton Here is the list of the 2013 Kellogg at Gilmore Car All-Barry County varsity Museum, fill the All-Barry boys’ soccerr teams. County First Team. Finishers eight through 14 from the Boys’ Soccer county meet make up the All­ First Team Members of the 2013 All-Barry County Second Team. Girls’ Cross Country Barry County Boys’ Soccer First Team First Team are Delton Members of the 2013 AllKellogg’s Lucas Hansen and Cole Mabie; Hastings’ Ethan Barry County Girls’ Cross Haywood, Matt Johnson, Country First Team are Brody Madden and Carson Hastings’ Kayleigh Collins Williams; Lakewood’s Drew and Trista Straube; and Durkee, Brady Forman and Thomapple Kellogg’s Bryn Daniel and Beyer, Rachael Gorton, Sauers; Thomapple Kellogg’s Olivia Lamberg, Janie Noah Andrew Rhoades, Caleb and Melissa Winchester. Girls’ Cross Country Sabri and Tom Williamson. . Second Team Boys’ Soccer Members of the 2013 All­ Second Team Darius Abbott, Maple Barry ’County Girls’ Cross Valley: A speedy freshman Country Second Team are who played sweeper and cen- Delton Kellogg’s Marice ter defender for the Lions in Stevens; Hastings’ Rachel and his first varsity year. Rimer Katherine Abbot earned honorable Weinbrecht; and Thomapple mention all-conference hon- Kellogg’s Morgan McNutt, ors in the KVA and was Fiona Shea, Shelbi Shepherd named to the all-district team and Taylor Ward. in Division 3. Head coach Boys’ Cross Country It was a year of near misses Andy Roush calls him “fast and graceful.” for the Barry County varsity Joe Eddy, Maple Valley: boys’ cross country teams. A senior captain for the Maple Maple Valley Valley’’ss varsity varsity Lions, Eddy led his team with boys’ cross country team won seven goals. a couple of Kalamazoo Eddy was named all-con- Valley Association jamference in the KVA and all-borees, but couldn’t hold off district in Division 3. See ALL-COUNTY, pg. 12 Josh Sanchez, Maple �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, November 30,2013 — Page 11 S S w w fi. fi Sts* iiss*. ii* <u^.^ ®>taWW^ sfflldjiitlfo ■MtolMtityl! Mn]Wk|dii tei ,16 BfaftitaiWn atlftiy). taiiittn itttj nd kjgtlta HilJMfe gitaife iMsd I fcM B W'1 1 ? " ! tavrifMomilkjJ OWfetaM' t if M i l kj J! ' ^8®’w (HIM (HIM bjiil^jliiS^t bjiainl^sjliiS^t sk ft ^5 * ft S’f1' �Page 12 — Juat Say *Aa Mvertmed m the Mapte Valley News’ Saturday November 30. 2013 ALL-COUNTY, continued from page 10 Schoolcraft at the conference meet with the Lirxn hosted at M ulberry Fore Golf Course ia Nashville, finishing in second place behind the Eagles Hastings won a ti ght battle for second place behind South Christian in the OK G<4d Conference, and ended the year by winning the title at the Barry County Meet in a close three-way contest between the Sasons. Lions and Thornapple Kellogg Trojans. IK senior David Walter was the lone Barry County boy to earn a spot in the I ower Peninsula State Finals at M ichigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, and he missed a state medal by one spot The top seven finishers at the Barry County Meet, which was hosted by Delton Kellogg al Gilmore Car Museum, fill the All-Barry County First Team. Finishers eight through 14 from the county meet make up the All Barry County Second Team. Boys’ Cross Country First Team Andrew Brighton, Maple Valley: The Lion leader much of the year as a junior. Brighton was the first Maple Valley runner to hit the finish line at his team's Division 3 Regional Meet in Carson City, placing 24th with a time of 17:41.3. He was tenth at the Kalamazoo Valley Association Meet, hosted by the Lions at Mulberry Fore Golf Course. borees. He was 43rd overall with a time of 18:36.9. Brighton placed third at at his team’s D3 regional the Barry County Meet, fin­ meet with a time of 18:14.5. Rood was the second Lion ishing ia 17:26.78. Other members of the across the finish line at the 2013 All-Barry County county meet, placing eighth Boys' Cross Country First in 18:00.06. Other members of the Team are Hastings' Ronnie Collins. Sam Johnson. 2013 All-Barry County Chance Miller and Jake Boys’ Cross Country Second are Lakewood’s Miller, and Thomapple Team Sauers; and Kellogg’s Luke Noah and Daniel Thomapple Kellogg’s David Waiter. Dray son Beyer, Joe Gaikema Boys* (Toss Country and Erik Walter. Second Team Micah Bromley, Maple Boys’ Tennis Valley: Bromley was 11th at The 2013 varsity boys’ the Barry County Meet in tennis season wasn't a suc­ 18:14.78 to close out his sen­ cess in terms of wins and ior season losses for the Barry County Bromley placed I Ith at teams, but it was a success. the KVA Meet in 18:39.6. After periods of struggle and finished as high as ninth just filling a line-up, in the league at the final Lakewood and Thomapple league jamboree of the year. Kellogg were able to find a He was the second Lion to few more guys to pick up a finish at the Division 3 racket this fall. regional meet hosted by Once again, the Trojans. Carson City, placing 36th in Vikings and Hastings 1805.7. Saxons were battling some Kyle Brumm, Maple of the best teams in the state Valley: Another Maple throughout the course of the Valley senior. Brumm was season. ninth at the county meet in The OK Gold and the 1803.09. Capital Area Activities Brumm was seventh at Conference White Division each of the last two KVA (CAAC-White) each had a jamborees this season, and pair ofteams finish in the top finished 12th at the league 16 at the Division 4 State championship meet with a Finals, led by Lansing time of 18:43.1. Catholic’s fourth-place fin­ Austin Rood, Maple ish. Portland was seventh, Valley: A senior, Rood was South Christian eighth and the fastest Lion at the KVA Grand Rapids Catholic Meet in Nashville, placing Central 16th. eighth in 18:26.6. That was When the teams took on his best league finish of the other foes, they did find year, after placing ninth at some success. Hastings manthe first two league jam- aged to finish in front of its two county-rivals at the Lakewood Invitational this season, and won its OK Gold Conference dual with the Trojan. Here are the 2013 AllBany County varsity boys’ tennis first and second teams. First Team Boys’ Tennis Members of the 2013 All­ Barry County Boys’ Tennis First Team are Hastings’ Mac Clisso, Marshall Cherry, James Isola, Connor von der Hoff and Drew White; Lakewood’s Alex Caudy, Parker Haskin, Kaleb Mak ley, Nick Schuiling and Blake Yaeger; and Thomapple Kellogg’s Justin Bergstrom and Nate Ryfiak. Second Team Boys’ Tennis Members of the 2013 All­ Barry County Boys’ Tennis First Team are Hastings’ Adam Shaeffer, Ryan Thornburgh and Blake VanDiver; Lakewood’s Ray Altoft; and Thomapple Kellogg’s Braedon Halle and Hunter Herich. Girls’ Golf It was a fine season for the varsity girls’ golfteams from Hastings and Lakewood. Lakewood earned its sec­ ond consecutive trip to the Division 3 State Finals, after besting Lansing Catholic to win its first ever Capital Area Activities Conference White Division champi­ onship. The Vikings placed fourth at the state finals, their high­ est placing ever for the pro­ gram, while sophomore Emily Barker became the program’s first-ever state medalist and all-state per­ former. The Viking team was joined by a pair of Saxons at the state finals. Senior Kylee Nemetz earned her second state medal and was also named all-state in Division 3. Both the Saxons and Vikings were also academic all-state award winning teams. Hastings was second to a tough South Christian squad in the OK Gold this year, where Thomapple Kellogg also competed. Girls’ Golf First Team Members of the 2013 All­ Barry County Girls’ Golf First Team are Hastings’ Katie Brown and Kylee Nemetz; and Lakewood’s Emily Barker, Olivia Barker, Victoria Hager and Kennedy Hilley. Girls’Golf Second Team Members of the 2013 All­ Barry County Girls’ Golf Second Team are Hastings’ Ashley Potter, Courtney Rybiski and Samantha Slatkin; Lakewood’s Savanah Ackley and Bryonna Barton; and Thomapple Kellogg’s Amber VanMeter. Girls’ Swimming & Diving It has now been three years since the TK/Hastings ■varsity girls’ swimming and diving team has lost a regular season dual or invitational. They swept their OK Rainbow Tier II Conference duals once again, then edged Grand Rapids Catholic Central by six points at the conference meet in Hastings early this month to secure the championship once again. That wasn’t the end for the TK/Hastings team, which sent a handful of girls to the Division 1 State Finals at Oakland University last weekend. Here are the girls from the TK/Hastings team who have earned the honor of All­ Barry County. Girls’ Swimming & Diving First Team Members of the 2013 All­ Barry County Girls’ Swimming and Diving First Team from the Thomapple Kellogg/Hastings Co-op team are Hannah Bashore, Hayley Bashore, Libby Betcher, Abbie Brower, Kourtney Dobbin, Kayla Kroells, Lauren Kroells, Brie Sheldon, Marissa Swanson and Jennifer Tuokkola. Girls’ Swimming & Diving Second Team Members of the 2013 All­ Barry County Girls’ Swimming and Diving Second Team froin the Thornapple Kellogg/Hastings Co-op team are Katie Beauchamp, Madi Cole, Katie Kelly, Raelee Olson, Samantha Richardson, Lauren Ricketts, Samantha Schullo, McKayla Sheldon, Laura Shinavier, Hayley Smith and Rachel Smith. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 49, December 7, 2013 A local paper oftoday! Facilities Improvement Team tours schools Kindergarten through third graders honored for demonstrating respect Teachers at Fuller Street Elementary recently recognized students who have done an excellent job at demonstrating an aspect of ROAR. ROAR was adopted last year ties tour. This is inside the gymnasium of Maplewood School. Falcon is advocating to at Fuller as a standard to live by. The acronym is from the words respectful, orderly, reopen the facility. assistive, and responsible. The following students demonstrated respec, said Interim Principal Kristine Stewart. In this photo of kindergarten through third graders by Shari Carney Improvement Team. FIT is Michelle Falcon, in the are, front row (from left), Jolina Steury, kindergarten, selected by her teacher Nichole Staff Writer putting together a bond strat­ Superintendent’s Comer col- Hansen; McKenzie French, first grade, by Deb Graham; Abbagail Steele, kinderThe reopening of egy to present to the board of umn of this issue of the garten, by Shannon Powers; and Ariel Kenyon, kindergarten, by Kelly Gardner. Back Maplewood School, technol­ education at a special meet­ Maple Valley News, details row, Hunter Redmond, second grade, by Valerie Hall; Alex Nelson, third grade, by ogy upgrades and building ing on Tuesday, Dec. 17 at 6 the needs and priorities. Natalie Donovan; Madison Koons, second grade by Carmelle Markwart; Emma renovations are among the p.m. FIT is seeking more more Koons, second grade, by Angela Wakeman; Molly Lincoln, combined first and sec­ top priorities listed by the Maple Valley Schools See FACILITIES, page 12 ond grade, by Mary Keeley; Jakeb McDonald, first grade, by Tammi King; and Holly recently formed Facilities Interim Superintendent Rosin, third grade by Michael Hoelzle. Facility Improvement Team and members of the community during a recent facili- Young German dairy farmer tours Moo-Ville, Carbon Green, more by Shari Carney Staff Writer Marten Hambruch, who has been in Barry County for nearly a month, departed for his home in Germany Wednesday afternoon. He took with him memories, photographs, lessons in larg­ er farms and perhaps a new entree to share. Hambruch, 21, was in the United States for four months as a representative of an international 4-H exchange program studying agriculture and customs. While in the U.S., he stayed with six host families — three in Montana and three in Michigan. The George and Inez Hubka family was the final one of his journey, which ended Dec. 4. Hambruch, the son of Ewald and Sigrid Hambruch, is the youngest ofthree sons. His older brother Steffen, 27, is an export manager and Thorsten, 25, is a farmer. The Rotary Club of Hastings invited Hambruch to speak at its meeting Louisa Westendorp shows Marten Hambruch the operations of Moo-Ville Creamery in Nashville. Monday, Dec. 2. He explained the tradition in Germany is the passing of the family farm to the first son. In his family the first son chose a different career, so the farm went to the sec­ ond son, who in turn will care for the parents as they age. Although not in a position to inherit the family farm, Hambruch has chosen to study agriculture with an emphasis on dairy farming. “I was impressed with his mannerisms and his compo­ sure,” said Fred Jacobs who was in atteridance at the Rotary meeting. “I think everybody was. He was a very impressive young man.” German agriculture is based on a very traditional way of thinking, and farm structures are quite small compared to other countries in Europe and worldwide, said Hambruch. His brother and father have 60 to 100 dairy cows in their herd. He talked about some of his adventures, which included making ice cream at Moo-Ville in Nashville and working op a Christmas tree farm in the Upper Peninsula. He also toured the Carbon Green BioEnergy plant in Woodbury where he was shown the production process of making ethanol for motor fuel use. The Hubkas took Hambruch to a MSU football game, complete with tailgat­ ing. The experience made quite an impact on Hambruch, who proclaimed, “I am a MSU fan.” He also participated in trick-or-treating, Black Friday sales and his first American Thanksgiving. The most surprising aspect of his trip, he said, were the many fast-food restaurants he saw. “You have them for every­ thing over here,” said Hambruch. The biggest lesson he said he learned was to “be and let be, and agree to disagree.” Hambruch said the farm­ ing practices were not too different. “Your farms over here are mostly bigger, otherwise it’s pretty similar between Germany and the United States,” he said. Hambruch said his trip made him more independent and also relaxed. “I used to be very exact. See FARMER, page 6 In This Issue Josh Leatherman is school staff member of the month Shop the Valley, book fair here tomorrow Santa’s Workshop to be in Nashville Dec. 21 ‘The Nutcracker’ returns to Main Street Theatre this weekend �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, December 7,2013 Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Fairfield, Tubbs, Kroger home was village’s second Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Dec. 9 Lemon chicken with sauce, stuffing, peas and car­ rots, cauliflower, apple. Tuesday, Dec. 10 Meatloaf, mashed potatoes with gravy, spinach, roll, orange. Wednesday, Dec. 11 Baked potato bar, chicken noodle soup, tossed salad, crackers; banana. Thursday, Dec. 12 Annual Christmas Party. All sites closed. Friday, Dec. 13 Roast beef, mashed pota­ toes with gravy, stewed tomatoes, apple, bread pud­ ding. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Dec. 9 Sliced roast beef with Swiss cheese, potato salad, bun, applesauce. This rendering of the Fairfield, Tubbs, Kroger home is by Marianne Martin. It is featured in the booklet “Vermontville’s Heritage” written in 1986. This excerptfrom Vermontville’s Heritage sponsored by the Vermontville Historical Society was written in J986. In 1837, Walter Fairfield built the second home in Vermontville in the Greek revival style at 130 W. Main St. Mr. Fairfield was one of Vermontville’s first settlers. He was a printer and before coming to Michigan owned and edited a newspaper in Castleton, Vt. He arrived in Bellevue and was the first register of deeds in Eaton County. He helped in writing the “Rules and Regulations” to govern the new colony and was active in all of its early affairs. He died in 1860 and is buried on Plot D of Woodlawn Cemetery. To the west ofthe home is a puddingstone with a plaque designating the location of the State House, a large log structure in which the colonists lived while build­ ing their own homes. The stone Was placed there many years ago by the Grange organization. In the early days, the exte­ rior ofthe home was covered with narrow clapboards. The 12 paned windows of antique glass have been replaced, as well as those on the chicken house. It was a typical early farmhouse with an outside cellarway, windmill, wood­ shed, smokehouse, outhouse and of course a dinner bell that pranksters liked to ring on Halloween. The Colonial front entrance (not original) fea­ tures side panels of four small panes of glass on each side of the heavy front door. The entrance Opens into a front hall with a solid walnut stairway leading to the four upstairs rooms. The home’s original ceilings were low. There was walnut wainscot­ ing in the two front rooms, ceiling registers allowed heat to the upstairs bedrooms from the kitchen wood burn­ ing range and the hard coal burner in the dining room. There was a stairway from the kitchen as well as one in the front hall. The house also had a summer kitchen with two back rooms with a sink and cistem pump which have been removed and remod­ eled into a back entrance. In the very early days of the colony, it was the loca­ tion of the first school as a doctor’s wife, Lucy Stiles, instructed children and youth 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 K (517)852-9712 Scott A. Daniels & Family 06815650 Owner/Manager in the home then owned by Walter Fairfield. The home was sometimes called a “Dame School.” The house is very strongly built of large log beams with the bark still visible in the basement ceiling. For over 140 years it has made a very livable and comfortable home but does lack some of the features found in later homes. Its large yard, which was partly made up of an orchard in the early days and the historical marker give it a historical significance. There have been several owners of this property but since 1890 it has been in the Tubbs family .referring to Mr. and Mrs. Elbert Tubbs, the grandparents of Ava Kroger. Tubbs came from Woodland and purchased the farm of 120 acres. He and his wife lived there until their son and family moved to Vermontville from Kalamazoo around 1940. The elder Tubbs then moved across the street into what is now the Samaan home. In 1930 Fred Kroger purchased the property and did exten­ sive remodeling. In the fol­ lowing year he and Ava Tubbs were married. Mr. Kroger passed away in 1948. Tuesday, Dec. 10 Peanut butter and jelly, pea/cheese salad, English muffin, tropical fruit Wednesday, Dec. 11 Chicken Caesar salad, pasta salad, Mandarin oranges, Granola bar. Thursday, Dec. 12 Ham pasta salad, marinat­ ed vegetables, crackers, diced pears. Friday, Dec. 13 Sliced turkey with cheddar cheese, coleslaw, bun, pineapple. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Dec. 9 Lemon chicken with sauce, stuffing, peas and car­ rots, cauliflower, apple. Tuesday, Dec. 10 Meatloaf, mashed potatoes with gravy, spinach, orange, bread pudding. Wednesday, Dec. 11 Chili, hashbrown cubes, asparagus, crackers, banana. Thursday, Dec. 12 Chicken teriyaki, rice with vegetables, broccoli, fruit crisp. Friday, Dec. 13 Roast beef, mashed pota­ toes with gravy, stewed tomatoes, apple, bread pud­ ding. Activities Calendar Monday, Dec. 9 Hastings: Music with Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Kinship Support 1:30-3 p.m. Woodland: Skipbo and Shuffleboard. Nashville: Mini Massage 11 a.m.-noon. Tuesday, Dec. 10 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11 Hastings: Music with Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Woodland: Skipbo and Shufflebbard. Delton: Mini Massage 11 a.m.-noon. Dec. Friday, 13 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Skipbo and Shuffleboard. Tips for keeping pets safe in the winter The Michigan Human Society wants to remind pet owners that they should be thinking outside of their warm homes when it comes to keeping their pets safe this winter. The Michigan Humane Society has provided the fol­ lowing cold-weather tips: As temperatures drop, those who will suffer the worst this season are pets — dogs and cats left outside for long periods of time and forced to weather the biting winds and extreme cold. Pet owners across the area can use these simple tips to ensure that this winter is a safe and happy season for their pets. When temperatures plum­ met, pets should not be left outside for any length of time. Bring small or short­ haired pets in when tempera­ tures reach 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Larger breeds and thick-coated dogs may remain outside, with ade­ quate shelter, to a tempera­ ture of zero. Precipitation and wind chill should also be taken into account. Cats should be kept indoors or at least brought into a warm, arypal proofed garage during severe weath­ er. Roaming cats often seek 1he warmth ofcar engines, so be sure to knock on the car hood or honk the horn before starting your car to startle them and give them a chance to escape. Increase the amount of food by 10 to 20 percent for outside dogs. The extra calo­ ries are needed to help an animal to stay warm. Regular access to clean, water is also critical. Check and to lie down comfortably. drinking water frequently — It should be slightly elevated every few hours — to ensure from the ground for air circu­ that it did not freeze. lation.’ The door should face If an animal is cold to the away from prevailing winds touch, or the paws and ears and have a protective flap to are pale, it may be suffering eliminate drafts. from frostbite. Move the ani­ Clean, dry straw should be mal to a warmer area imme­ provided for bedding rather diately and contact a veteri­ than towels, rugs or blankets, narian. which absorb moisture and Keep antifreeze sealed and freeze in frigid temperatures. away from animals; clean up Several types of inade­ spills and repair and leaks. quate shelter frequently Switch to a brand of encountered by cruelty antifreeze that contains investigators include an propylene glycol instead of unheated garage or shed, a ethylene glycol. If a pet has dog house that is too large or ingested antifreeze take it to lacks straw, or dogs simply a veterinarian immediately. tied out to a porch, fence or Pet owners should allow deck with no shelter at all. animals inside, especially Failing to provide proper during extreme weather. provisions for pets.can result Michigan state law requires in misdemeanor animal cru­ pet owners to provide ade­ elty violations carrying a quate food, water and shelter sentence of up to 93 days in for their pets. jail, up to a $1,000 fine, com­ Adequate shelter for dogs, munity service, and loss of as defined by state law, pet ownership for a specified means a well-built, insulated, amount of time. slant-roofed dog house. The Take the time to protect interior should” be just large your pets during the winter enough for the dog to stand weather ahead. 06826704 Need heat and energy help? Applications at TrueNorthServices.org or call TrueNorth at 1 -855-300-8013. Submit completed application by email to applications@tnempower.org, fax (231) 355-3030, or mail TrueNorth, PO Box 149, Fremont, Ml 49412. TrueNorth is a regionalnonprofit committed to serving the low-income. truenorth^c community services �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 7,2013 — Page 3 From the Pulpit Wonder of the Word by Pastor Glenn Branham • Nashville Assembly ofGod Dickersons to celebrate 55th wedding anniversary Calvin and Judith Dickerson of Nashville will celebrate their 55th wedding anniversary on December 12, 2013. They have three children, Kevin, Lori and Andy, and grandchildren. lite ■® -spiitea®- ■tWtota. ilk ft<M i* diMiatfi 3- KKSK'.rf B are®afeis. < tototoni^ n rtfipiiui M! to M to i®® Hewitts to celebrate 70th wedding anniversary LaVerne and Leola (Henney) Hewitt are celebrating their 70th anniversary. They were married near Woodland, Mich, on December 11, 1943. They lived in Hastings,” Mich, for 17 years and currently reside in Woodland, Mich. They have three children, Kenneth (passed in 2010) and wife Carol; Thomas and wife (Sheryl); Lou Ann and husband (James) Apsey. They have six grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren. An extended celebration will take place next summer when they attend a Detroit Tigers game with family. Christ, by highest heaven adored; Christ, the everlasting Lord: Late in time behold Him come. Offspring ofa virgin’s womb. Veiled in flesh the Godhead see, Hail the Incarnate Deity! Pleased as man with men t’ appear, Jesus our Immanuel here. (Charles Wesley) “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” (John 1:1) “And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begot­ ten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.” (John 1:14) John 1:1 is the description of the Word that we would expect. Not that we can comprehend Deity, but we expect this kind of lofty language in reference to the Divine Logos. In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. This language exalts God and simultaneously keeps us “in our place.” It is the language of God. It speaks of eter­ nal Deity and the presence of that Deity in His creation. With no surprise here, the Word is clearly portrayed as One altogether other than ourselves. He is God. Spirit. Majestic. Eternal. Omniscient, omnipresent and omnipo­ tent. John 1:14 speaks of the Incarnation — God in flesh. Though John’s gospel has no Christmas story, he gives us a Christmas in brief. And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us ... This is not the description w£ expect. This is not the language Of Deity. Gone are the lofty expressions. This is language, we can grasp — the language of humanity. We understand “flesh.” The similarity of these two verses is great, but the dif­ ference between them is greater. The difference between verses 1 and 14 bridges the gap between God and man, heaven and earth. Christmas is the King of Glory laying aside His heavenly robe for the swaddling cloths of Bethlehem’s Babe. It is the self-emptying of Christ laying aside His divine privileges to save us. (Philippians 2:5-11) “Word” describes His Deity; “flesh” His humanity. Together they point to a Divine Redeemer who purchased our forgiveness by coming to earth as one of us. As Christmas draws near, come to Jesus, heart awash in the wonder of the Word wrapped in human likeness. Be thankful for the Word eternally changed for our redemption. It’s time to write to Santa In preparation for the annual letters to Santa submit­ ted by area youngsters this photo and note by the late Susan Hinckley is from the Maple Valley News Dec. 7, 1983. “Little Christopher Hartwell, 3, son of Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Hartwell of Nashville, is one of the first-local youngsters to mail a letter to Santa last week." The mailbox is located next to Saint Nick’s headquar­ ters in Central Park. According to that jolly old North Pole resident, some of the correspondence he receives from area children will be shared with the Maple Valley News for weekly pre-holiday publication. CD tanas LPvace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling ‘ MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS > Open Wednesday - Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 • 06799647 Ml ■ ” It » ft r ft*ft*»*ft* Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley classified ads 4 il lh ,(| ijlltF^1 to Uii»^Ih k .< *■* LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 1-269-731-5194. t ** **gk««K 1^ ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School ....................,10 a. .m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ....................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) $* Church Service ..................... 9 a.m: Sunday School............... 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. PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE 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 (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 School 10: 00........................... Church Service 11: 00 Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service................................... 6 Wed. Service .........................7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training . PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ................ 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 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.rti. P.M. Service............................ 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings W.orship . 11:15a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road . 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 203 N. State, Nashville 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 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. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship........ QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK # SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship . . .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship.................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517)852-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 1Qg North Main, Vermontville * 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-726-0526 WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 7, 2013 Memories of the Past I [l$ ii Death of Nashville hero remembered “Clare Fumiss was in the death was The- Nashville News, where young Boston lead and laid down on the ice had worked as a printer. Four to prevent its breaking, and days following the tragedy, was endeavoring to crawl out this story appeared, head­ far enough to enable him to lined, “A Hero’s Death — reach Barnes, when Irving Irving Boston Gives Up Life Boston came flying down Irving Boston (second from right) became an almost legendary Nashville hero in a Vain Attempt to Save (on skates) as fast as he Clayton Barnes from could from farther up the when he perished in 1894 along with a young skater he was attempting to rescue a from the icy Thornapple River. The son of prominent local brickmaker William Boston, pond and without Drowning.” hesitation, Irving was a volunteer Nashville fireman and had worked as a printer in the Nashville The report continued; moment’s “The most distressing and plunged into the icy water News office. Seen in this photo taken about two years before Boston’s death are (top) accident, after the drowning youth; at Len Feighner, longtime editor/publisher of The News and his printers and printer’s “Greater love hath no man heart-rending than this, that he lay down which it has ever been our the same time the ice gave devils (from left) Arthur Smith, Claude Hough, Albert Weber, Irving Boston and Frank his life for another,” reads sad duty to chronicle, way beneath Fumiss, and Weber. The Weber boys stuck to news work; each later owned a successful Michigan the ancient inscription on a occurred just at dusk oh three were struggling in 12 weekly. Claude Hough moved to Missouri. Feighner lived in Nashville until his death headstone in the older sec­ Tuesday evening, and result­ feet ofwater. in 1948. Arthur Smith (left) was the one who brought word to the Boston family that “They could not climb up tion ofNashville’s Lakeview ed in the death of Irving Cemetery. It marks the grave Boston, and Clayton Barnes, on the ice, which was so thin Irving had drowned. Smith’s whereabouts in later years was unknown. of Irving Boston, drowned son of Mr. and Mrs. O.D. that it gave way beneath their weight; someone threw one could not find them, and Vic Many conveyances came bled with the others to pay Dec. 4, 1894, at age 21, and Barnes. “Quite a large number of end of an overcoat to Fumiss was finally pulled out, well- streaming toward the Boston their last tribute to the mem­ tells the tale ofan almost leg­ young people were gathered and he was pulled out. nigh exhausted.” endary sacrifice. residence, following the ory of their playmate.” Irving died a hero’s death, on the [mill] pond after Barnes had thrown his arms The News account then wagon on which lay the body Ten-year-old Barnes was perishing in the icy waters of school in the afternoon, around Boston’s neck and detailed how boats were of the young hero. interred in Hosmer the Thomapple River along enjoying skating, which was effectually prevented Irving procurred and a search for “Nothing in the history of Cemetery, northwest of the with a young skater whom he particularly fine. The ice was from either helping him or the bodies begun. the village ever created such village on present-day East was endeavoring to save., fairly safe on the north side saving himself. ‘The news of the tragedy a profound sorrow,” contin­ State Road. The daring rescue attempt of the pond, where the water “Vic Fumiss, who saw the had spread rapidly and a ued The News story. “The The funeral of Irving turned into a tragedy that was dead, but over the chan­ accident from the street, had large concourse of people terrible affair has been Boston was conducted at the was attended by widespread nel, the ice was very thin, meanwhile taken a pair of had gathered on the bank to almost the sole topic of con­ Methodist church at 2 community sorrow and and’very few had ventured to’ fines from off a hprs,e, tied wac watch ... among the crowd versation since it occurred, o’clock, in the afternoon of( byough’t much acclaim to' cross'it. About 4:45, young them together and came on a being many .weeping .women arid the entire population of the same day Friday, Dec.7) I’ftkhVilK’r ,:i Baines went "down to the ran to the help of the two and children, while by no the town and many people and was “undoubtedly the Irving’s"heroic death was south side of the bank of the boys who were still in the means all ofthe men had dry from the country around most largely attended of any memorialized in poetry and river, about 10 rods east of water. eyes.’” were present at the funeral funeral ever held in the vil­ other tributes that poured the bridge, put on his skates “He rolled out upon the Barnes was brought up in ceremonies.” lage,” according to The into the village from and started to cross the chan­ ice as far as he dared and half an hour; Boston, 10 “The funeral of Clayton News. throughout the country. nel to join the party of threw the line to Boston, minutes later. The body of Barnes was held at the Officiating at the Boston The hero was the son of skaters on the other side.” who was evidently too far Barnes was taken to his par­ Congregational Church yes­ service was Rev. J.S. Adaline and William Boston, (1983 note: Barnes gone to realize that life was ents’ home nearby . The body terday morning at 10 Steininger of the Evangelical proprietors of a brickyard on entered the river on what we within his grasp. Vic accord­ of Boston was taken first to o’clock, Rev. N.F. Sheldon church, who was summoned Nashville’s south side where now know as the Cooley ingly threw off his coat and the residence of Dr. L.F. conducting the services,” home from revival work at much of the material used in' property; the other skaters shoes and, passing one end Weaver before being taken related The News. (1983 Eckford. early local construction was were near the present-day ofthe line back to the crowd, to his home in the southern note: Church was on “The sermon was a touch­ manufactured. (The Boston Langham home on the north took the other end and part oftown. Washington Street at ing omen and full of comfort kilns were located on the side of the river, east of the sprang into the water, but in Accounts still linger today Queen.) to the dear ones who will so west side of present-day M­ North Main Street bridge.) the meantime, the two boys ofthe torch-lit entdurage that “School was dismissed 66 just south ofthe Casgrove “When Barnes had nearly had disappeared, and he bore Irving’s body home. and his schoolmates assemStreet intersection. The red reached safety, the thin ice two-story brick home built in gave way under him and he 1878 by the Boston family went down. The alarm was at on the east side of the road once raised and a number of still stands.) skaters went to his assis­ Chronicling the hero’s tance. This Memories of. the Past article by the late Susan Hinckley was published in the Maple Valley News Dec. 7, 1983. She wrote, “exactly 89 years ago this week, Nashville was in deep sor­ row over the death of a young hero who gave his life in a futile attempt to save another.) Ik* p p i idko* I M** i E'X® I safe i fetish Britta iaaiirt injulstip oswrid i pud trill bBM. rUsitlk IukHson pit fe lilt Id 0« of fee tan# nist tiij H Hutt, ml i ittjs Imk aw ml an ktlmtai tat "ft nil b Continued next page <st't' . Vermontville Township Winter 2013 Taxes s S'*- Vermontville Township Winter 2013 Taxes are due February 14, 2014. The recent tax statements listed 2013 in error. S To avoid late charges, payments must be received by the close of business day or postmarked by the U.S. Postmaster no later than February 14, 2014. If you have any questions, please call the township office at 517-726-0355 or email aikinyQn@vermontvilletownship.org 07643553 IS % K HELP WANTED Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville TRANSFER RECYCLE STATION The CMGN Transfer Recycle Station is looking for part-time help. If you are interested please contact Brian Scott on Saturdays between 9am and 1 pm at 300 E. Casgrove-CMGN Transfer Recycle Station. ■ __________________________________________ This photo of the Nashville Fire Department in dress uniform was taken Dec. 7,1894, the day of Irving Boston’s funeral, when the company served as an honor guard for its fallen comrade. Seated (from left) are Jim Hummel, Frank Brattin, Arthur Smith, Claude Hough, Al Weber, Ben Hecox, Charles Walrath, (middle) Allen Bell, William Irland, Sam Casler, Earl Townsend, Emmett Smith, Ray Townsend, Jasper Deeds, Frank Dickinson, John Messimer, Bert Parady, Red Smith, Ed Partello, A.N. Appleman, Len Feighner (back) John Ketchum, Taylor Walker, Sam Bailey, Frank Hummel, Ed Keyes, George Downs, John Appelman, Jay Perry, Danna Jones, Herb Brown. The department was formed in 1882. Their uniforms, sea-green with ivory trim, were acquired with funds 06827859 raised at a benefit ball at the local opera house. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, December 7,2013 — Page 5 Continued from previous page sadly miss their loved one,” noted The News. “The fire department of which Irving was a loved and valued mem­ ber acted as a guard of honor and a quartet of their number furnished music for the funeral.” Irving, bom in Dexter, was 21 years, 4 months and 7 days old at the time of his death, added The News account. “He leaves father, mother, brother, three sisters and a large circle of friends to mourn their loss.” The News extended the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community to the par­ ents and relatives of the two boys. All business places in Nashville, including the Lentz Table Factory, were closed during the Boston funeral. News ofthe tragedy spread rapidly, and accounts of it were carried by other papers in the state. Soon, letters and poetic offerings eulogizing Boston began to pour into Nashville. Many were written by total strangers moved Remember military heroes at courthouse tree To the editor: Again this year, the Military Heroes Christmas Tree will be located in the courtyard of the Eaton in County Courthouse Charlotte. All are welcome to honor our country’s past and present military heroes by placing red ribbons on the tree. Our family is most grate­ ful for last year’s support and hope that support this year will create a tree of red to mark our thankfulness for LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE-SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Seth McDiarmid and McDiarmid and Brenda McDiarmid, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.,as nominee tor West Michigan Finance Inc., its successors or successors or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 30, 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 certain mortgage made by: Michael Sweeney, A Single Man to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2004 and recorded July 7, 2004 in Instrument # 1130426 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP, by assignment dated April 12, 2012 and recorded April 27, 2012 in Instrument # 201204270004929 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Three Thousand Eight Hundred Twenty Dollars and Five Cents ($83,820.05) including interest 6.75% 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 ven­ due, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on December 26, 2013. Said premises are situ­ ated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Northwest one quarter of Section 3, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Beginning at a point on the North­ South one quarter line of Section 3, distant North 275 feet from the Southeast comer of the North fractional one half of the Northwest fractional one quarter of said Section 3; thence West 231 feet; thence North 220 feet; thence East 231; thence South 220 feet to the point of beginning. Commonly known as 7805 Woodschool Road, Freeport Ml 49325 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; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclo­ sure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Dated: 11/23/2013 Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 13-90155 (11-23)(12-14) by the young man’s supreme sacrifice. The Charlotte Tribune added this tribute in reporting the tragedy: “We little know 2007 and recorded December 5, who are the heroes, but every 2007 in Instrument Number 20071205-0004893, Barty demand is met by someone County Records, Michigan. Said who, called by a sudden mortgage is now held by impulse, imperils his own-life JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. by to save that of another. What assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-One Thousand Six Hundred Four and 95/100 Dollars will save the race. Greater ($71,604.95) including interest at per annum. love hath no man than that he 6.75% Under the power of sale con­ gave his life for his friend.” tained in said mortgage and the One of the tributes to statute in such case made and Boston was composed by provided, notice is hereby given said mortgage will be fore­ early local writer Adda that closed by a sale of the mort­ Nichols, and was published gaged premises, or some part of in The News as follows: them, at public vendue at the “We wondered that the place of holding the circuit court Barry County., Michigan at moon and stars so calmly within 1:00 PM on DECEMBER 19, could look down. 2013. With undiminished splen­ Said premises are located in dor shine upon our sticken of County, Michigan, and are town, described as: When on that lonely winter Land situated in the Township night, with unrelenting of Hope, County of Barry, State of Michigan The South 280.0 feet of breath, East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 And without one moment’s the of the Southeast 1/4 of the warning, came the icy hand Southeast 1/4 of Section 22, ofdeath, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Taking one in early man­ subject to an easement for ingress and egress over and hood, and one he tried to across the West 66 feet thereof save, appurtenant to land adjoining the A helplessformfrom sink- North side of described parcel. The redemption period shall be ing ‘neath the cold and cruel 6 months from the date of such wave.” sale, unless determined aban­ The night was still, the doned in accordance with MCLA fleecy clouds rolled silent on §600.3241 a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 their way, Did they know that hearts days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The were breaking at the close of foreclosing mortgagee can that sad day? rescind the sale. In that event, Could they look down and your damages, if any, are limited weep not o’er the desolation solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus Wrought? interest. In one short hour from If the property is sold at fore- a grand attribute of humanity is this! Such leaven as this the Township mirth to griefso many hearts were brought. The mortal and immortal land how short a step divides, Here, the weeping and the waiting; there, endless peace abides. ” CHI 269-945-9554 for Maple 243^01 classified ads Hope, Barry closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. Dated: November 16, 2013 Orlans Associates; P.C.. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 13-013608 (11-16)(12-07) 06826765 LEGAL NOTICE the courage and service of FORECLOSURE NOTICE our loved ones. This firm is a debt collector The Simpson family, Charlotte LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Chris Parker, a married man and Lee Ann Parker, his wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 20, 2008 and recorded April 4, 2008 in Instrument Number 20080404-0003741, Barry Coun­ ty Records, Michigan. Said mort­ gage is now held by Wells Fargo Bank, NA by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Three and 39/100 Dollars ($170,643.39) including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County., Michigan at 1:00 PM on JANUARY 9, 2014. Said premises are located in the Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Land situated in the Township of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows: A parcel of land in the Southwest one-quarter of Section 31, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry Coun­ ty, Michigan, described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of said Section 31, which lies due East 1119.90 feet from the Southwest comer of said Section 31; thence due North 242.00 feet; thence due East 200.00 feet; thence due South 242.00 feet; thence due West 200.00 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 §600.3241 a, 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. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. Dated: December 7, 2013 Orlans Associates, P.C.. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 13-015292 (12-07)(12-28) 06827747 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 certain mortgage made by: Ralph Allen Ondersma, A Single Man fo Option One Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated June 6, 2006 and recorded June 15, 2006 in Instrument # 1166011 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for ABFC 2006-OPT1 Trust, ABFC Asset- Backed Certificates, Series 2006-OPT1, by assignment dated January 2, 2010 and recorded January 20, 2010 in Instrument # 201001200000610 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Ninety-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Forty­ Seven Dollars and SeventySeven Cents ($298,347.77) including interest 10% 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 26, 2013 Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Northwest one quarter of Section 7, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Beginning at the North one quar­ ter comer of said Section 7; thence South 00 degrees 12 min­ utes 02 seconds East 825.72 feet along the North-South one quar­ ter line of said Section 7; thence South 89 degrees 27 minutes 01 second West 722.17 feet; thence North 00 degrees 27 minutes 59 seconds East 364.77 feet; thence 172.79 feet along a 200.00 foot radius curve to the right, the long chord which bears North 25 degrees 12 minutes 59 seconds East 167.46 feet; thence 88.17 feet along a 100.00 foot radius curve to the left, the long chord of which bears North 24 degrees 42 minutes 29 seconds East 85.34 feet; thence North 00 degrees 32 minutes 59 seconds West 33.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 27 minutes 01 second East 610.31 feet along the North line of said Section 7 to the point of ending. Commonly known as 543 West Brown Road, 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; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the prop­ erty is sold' at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damag­ ing the property during the redemption period. Dated: 11/23/2013 Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Trustee for ABFC 2006-OPT1 Trust, Asset Backed Funding Corporation Asset­ Backed Certificates, Series 2006-OPT1, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 13-89583 (11-23)(12-14) NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on April 9,1998, by Loyal Order of Moose, Hastings Lodge No. 628 (a/k/a Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 628), a Michigan non-profit, as Mortgagor, given by it to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on April 13,1998, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1010269, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of. Mortgage dated June 24, 2013, recorded on July 15, 2013, in Instrument Number 2013-008729, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Fifty-Three Thousand Five Hundred Seventy-Two and 77/100 Dollars ($53,572.77); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, December 26, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County - Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan,.that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bid­ ders 'at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allow­ able costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage men­ tioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF HASTINGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Commencing at the Northeast comer of Lot 442, thence West 103 feet 10 inches, more or less, to the cen­ ter of a brick wall running North and South for the place of begin­ ning, thence South 84 feet 9 inch­ es, thence West 6 feet 2 inches, thence South to the South line of Lot 441, thence West on the North line of the Alley to the Southwest corner of Lot 438, thence North to the Northwest comer of Lot 438, thence East to the place of beginning, EXCEPT: The South 24 half feet of Lots 438, 439 and 440, and the South 24 half feet of the West 22 feet of Lot 441, of the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, Barry County, Michigan. ALSO: Parts of Lots 441 and 442 of the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, described as beginning at the Northeast comer of said Lot 442, thence West 103 feet 10 inches to the center of a brick wall, thence South 84 feet 9 inches, thence West 6 feet 2 inches, thence South to a point 30 feet North of the South line of said Lot 441, thence East to the East line of said Lot 442, thence North to the place of beginning, EXCEPT the South 16 feet thereof. Property address: 128 128 N. Michigan Avenue, Hastings; Michigan 49058 Property Parcel: 55-201­ 051-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be' 30 days from the time of such sale. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for dam­ aging the property during the redemption period. Dated: November 12, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (11-23)(12-14) 06827114 �Page 6 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 7,2013 Josh Leatherman is school staff member of the month Maple Valley Schools Technology Director Tracy George nominated Josh Leatherman for Staff Member of the Month for November. Interim Superintendent Michelle Falcon confirmed the selec­ tion and Leatherman receives special parking privileges, a lunch gift card, his photograph on display in the lobby of the central office and one hour of release time. “Josh has gone above and beyond for the advancement oftechnology in the district,” said George. “He has worked before and after school and Josh Leatherman on weekends to ensure that staff have working technolo­ top, printer, desktop, etc..... wise. Thank you for being gy-” awesomely amazing. I'm so The Maple Valley Schools Congratulations Josh.” proud and honored to be Leatherman is married to Facebook page is receiving accolades for Leatherman as Hillary Leatherman. Hillary your wife and colleague.” When asked what he loves is the special education well. “Josh has always been a teacher at the Jr./Sr. High the most about Maple Valley? Josh said, “This is patient trainer to a non-techy School. my new hometown and there “ Yes, he is amazing in like me. He is so .cheerful and ready to help,” said every way and a true bless­ is no place I'd rather be. I Maryjo Fralick. “Josh goes ing to our district,” she love the small community out of his way to help us out wrote. “He is always right because it's like a family. I at Fuller with any iPad, lap- there to help anyone with a love being able to serve here tech issue. He's patient and and really appreciate the sup­ port that surrounds me. My favorite part of’ being a teacher is the ability to show students that math can be fun, and that they can have fun while working on it” Marten Hambruch stands in front of a silo while touring Carbon Green BioEnergy in Woodbury. SHopTtiev-rujsev Scholastic Book Fair Sunday, Dcember 8th • 1-7 p.m. PK-Adult at_ Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School 11090 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville Local Business Owners from the Maple Valley area 25 Vendors representing independent businesses like “Thirty One” Concessions M.V Band Holiday Concert (4 p.m.) Everyone is welcome to attend this eventl Event Contact Person: Holiday Jenna Burns •jnabums@gmail.com Wrap Maple Valley CHRISTMAS PARADE Saturday, Dec. 14th Noon Line up at 11:30 V.EW. Santa will be in Central Park after Parade - and then Santa will be at “Two or Three Together” wanning station and Holly Trolley pick up. Tuesday, Dec. 17th Holly Trolley 6-8 p.m. Pick-up and warming station is at Main Street * Banquet Hall (The Revue) M 0764337! MOPS to meet in Vermontville Tuesday Mothers of Preschoolers will meet at Vermontville Bible Church, 250 N. Main St., Tuesday, Dec. 10. Moms Will learn how to make some holiday foods. Child care will be provided by adult volunteers from the church. MOPS is an international organization that exists to encourage, equip, and devel­ op every mother of preschoolers to realize her potential as a women, mother and leader in the name of Jesus Christ The theme this year is “A Beautiful Mess.” If for any reason Maple Valley schools are closed on scheduled day, the the MOPS meeting will be canceled for that month. For more information, call the church, 517-726-0647 or email 6ffice@myvbc.org. HASTINGS 4 r... 269-205-4900 uauty Cool looks 07643417 En<Ju Hair • Nails • Tannina EATERS Extended Tanning Hours For Your Convenience out our new look December Special: FREE GIFT mH th DAILY 4:00-6:00 PM • excludes Digital 3D 0 No passes Come check Product Purchase SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BUSINESSES THIS HOLIDAY SEASON! 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FARMER, continued from page 1 During my trip somebody told me that life is what happens to us while we are making other plans,” he said. “On daily situation I figured out, that that’s true.” It wasn’t all work for Hambruch, Who reminisced of a two-week trip exploring several cities including Salt Lake City, San Francisco, Hollywood and Las Vegas. He then flew to New York where he visited the memori­ al site of the World Trade Center. He said the destruc­ tion of the twin towers was. an international event, and standing at the site impacted him. “I was a child when 9-11 happened. Now, I’m stand­ ing here,” he recalled. Hambruch will attend a university to study agricul­ ture related to dairy farming. He said he hopes to return to the United States when he finishes. “I will miss my host fami­ lies and also all the people and friends which I made here,” he said. But he does have a recipe to share with friends and family back home. His new favorite food? Sloppy Joes. Marten Hambruch, a dairy farmer from Germany, gets hands-on experience in packaging ice cream at MooVille Creamery in Nashville. Please Join Us On... Wednesday, December I From Noon to 2:00pm We are having a demonstration with Young Living Essential Oils J at 301S. Main, Nashville, Ml 49073 I 517-490-9702 �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, December 7,2013 — Page 7 Thanksgiving is celebrated at Fuller Street Students in Tammi King’s first grade classroom at Fuller Street School wrapped up their social studies unit with a Thanksgiving feast and program Tuesday, Nov. In the unit, children learned how historical records make it possible to compare life today with life in the past. They also learned why certain events and peo­ ple are celebrated during United States national holi­ days. The children wore Native American attire that they had made and performed Thanksgiving songs for their guests. They also used symbols to telll a Native American story. In a retelling of the histo­ ry of the first Thanksgiving, the children said George Washington issued the first recognition of Thanksgiving with Abraham Lincoln pro­ claiming it be celebrated as a national holiday on the last Thursday of November; Ademar Reid (from left), Lydon Rogers, Karlee Rutledge, Collin Childers, Kailynn Fowler, Augustanna Chrysler and Cameron Felder in Tammi King’s first grade class recite facts about Thanksgiving. The class had a feast Tuesday and performed songs and skits for their guests. At left: Julia Mater stirs pumpkin for pies in Tammi King’s first grade class, as Addison Shank looks on. Shop the Valley, book fair here tomorrow The Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School will be brim­ ming with holiday activities tomorrow, Sunday, Dec. 8, when the first Shop the Valley is held. This will be in conjunction with a Scholastic book fair. The book fair will have offerings for children through adults. More than 25 local busi­ nesses and vendors will dis­ play their wares from 1 to 7 p.m. Gift wrapping will be pro­ vided said coordinator Jenna Bums. more information, Bums, email jnbums@gmail.com. Kailynn Fowler (left) and Augustanna Chrylser pose with their Native American attire at the Thanksgiving feast Tuesday in Tammi King’s first grade class. kfme Cooicta Jack S- Judy's KeWl Friday Night Special AU You Can Eat Cod, Perch Shrimp, Clam Strips or Catfish Saturday Night Special Featuring Baby Back Ribs, Prime Rib or Roast Pork & Dressing Kids 12 and under come enter our drawing for a Giant Christmas Stocking Drawing will be held Saturday December 2 S3 113 N. Main, Nashville- 517-852-9700. 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The hour that collects the The annual PRIDE bowl­ ing trip will be Friday, Dec. most money will earn a holi­ 13, and a semi-formal holi- day cookie and Moo-Ville day/winter dance is in the milk party Thursday, Dec. evening from 6 to 8 p.m. The box tops will be col­ A winter field trip to The Summit in Lansing is lected Wednesday, Dec. 18. Money earned will help go planned Dec. 20. In the new year, a Parent toward supplies and events Teacher Network meeting is for Maple Valley Jr. High. For more information, planned for Monday, Jan. 27, in the high school library at 6 jdowling@ mvs.k 12.mi. us p.m. Winter Homecoming will call 517-852-9275. be Feb. 5 to 7 with the OFFERING TANNING, HAIR & NAILS From the Girls handle’s For Every $25 Spent on Gift Certificates Receive a $5 Coupon Off Your Next Service! We Offer Tanning, Hair & Nail Services. • Amanda (Cosmetologist) • Kathy (Cosmetologist) • Gloria (Nail Tech) & • Christy (Owner/Receptionist) 150 S. Main, Vermontville 517-726-1506 Salon Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10-5; Sat 10-2 (Later appointments available) �Page 8 — Just Say *Aa Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday December 7.2013 Lion plan to challenge for the KVA championship by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley varsity boys’ basketball coach Christopher Ewing thinks his team has a bulls-eye on its back this winter. With a solid group of returnees, and improved defensive focus, and a little bit ofheight from across the Atlantic Ocean he sees his team as one of the Kalamazoo Valley Association’s top con­ tenders. “Wc expect this year to be at the top of the KVA,” Ewing said. ”1 think a lot of teams are out for us from last year to this year. We’re kind of excited to step into that role of everybody gunning for us.” The Lions finished the 2012-13 season with 14 wins. Back from that squad are seniors Micah Bromley, Anthony Mahler, Austin Gonser and Sam Benedict who each started at least half of the games last season. The 2013-14 Maple Valley varsity boys’ basketball team. Team members are (front from left) Andrew Brighton, Beau Johnson, Troy Allen, Anthony Mahler, Joe Eddy, Sam Benedict, Dylan Kennedy, (back) coach Andy Roush, Micah Bromley, Jordan Denton, Felix Collier, Luis Martinez, Austin Gonser, Colyn Reed, Jeremy Fisher and head coach Christopher Ewing. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The group of retumbes also includes seniors Jeremy Fisher, Troy Allen and Dylan Kennedy. “We’re going off from our speed again like last year,” Ewing said. “We have depth that we think we can play with a lot. We’re going to run a very tight defense all season. The defense is going to be a very dominant force for us.” Assistant coach Ryan Nevins, the former head coach at Charlotte, has taken the reigns of the defense. Ewing said his team will be able to throw a lot of differ­ ence looks at opponents, including a ton of hill-court pressure. He’s expecting lots of controlled chaos when his team is on defense. Offensively, the Lions still have a number ofthree-point shooting threats in Bromley, Gonser and Kennedy, but Ewing also thinks his team will be better at attacking the basket than a year ago. Around the hoop, Fisher returns and will get some help from Felix Collier and 6-7. Luis Martinez. “Louis, from Spain, has a lot of talent already. His whole family is about bas­ ketball. They taught him right,” Ewing said. Pennfield and GalesburgAugusta will likely be the biggest challengers in the way of the Lions and their first Kalamazoo Valley Association (KVA) champi­ onship. Ewing said he also expects Parchment to have the talent to beat anyone in the league on any given night. Maple Valley opens the season Tuesday at Bellevue, then will start the KVA sea­ son Friday at Delton Kellogg. Thefollowing sponsors support coverage of your local sports teams in the Maple Valley News. Show your thanks by supporting these sponsors! 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M-66, Nashville 517-852-1864 Hastings City Bank www.hastingscitybank.com 1-888-422-2280 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, December 7,2013 — Page 9 Lions look to build chemistry as 2013-14 season begins by Brett Bremer also need to push themselves Sports Editor and their teammates.” The Lions are focusing on He said his girls will need building a team. to know how to push each Only two starters are back other, but also how to come from the team that won just together as a group. one game last year, but there “We will need to stay the are a handful of girls back course and learn how to deal who saw some court time with adversity when it shows and are ‘ motivated to itself. This group has the improve. ability to do that, they will The group is led by senior just need to stay together,” guard Hanna Kyle, a four- Wilkes said. year varsity player. Senior A good start will help. The guard Marissa Pierce is back Lions were scheduled to as well as senior forwards open the season at home last Emily Mattocks and night against Constantine, McKayla Lamance and jun­ and will head to Springport ior forward Olivia Ricketts. for one of two non-confer“We will look to improve ence contests Tuesday. daily,” said Maple Valley The season-opener is also head coach Landon Wilkes, the Kalamazoo Valley who is entering his 11th year Association opener. The leading the program. “We Lions will have chances to only return two starters. We get some wins in contests will look to build chemistry against the Falcons, as well with several new additions. as Schoolcraft, Hackett This is a good group of Catholic Central and possi­ young ladies. Success will bly Delton Kellogg and depend whether or not they Kalamazoo Christian. will trust one another. They The top of the league is The 2013-14 Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball team. Team members are (front from left) Emma McGIocklin, Jacey Wood, Hanna Kyle, Marissa Pierce, Terra Hall, Breanna Heinze, (back) coach Paul Berkimer, coach Tony Joostberns, Emily Mattocks, Kandys Larsen, Olivia Ricketts, Sara Line, Erica Burkett, McKayla Lamance, Payton Schrader and head coach Landon Wilkes. (Photo by Brett Bremer) tough once again though, with Parchment, Olivet and Galesburg-Augusta returning strong squads. After the non-conference contest with Springport, the Lions travel to take on Delton Kellogg Friday. Valley girls expect improved skills to help improve scores by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions have a gymnas­ tics coach coming in every week. Head coach Sarah Huissen is getting excited. “I’ve been really excited about the back walk-overs,” Huissen said. “I think once these girls really get going with the walk-overs and real­ ly progress with their skills, I think they’re going to have quite a bit of gymnastics. We’ve got girls that are going to have hand-springs.” The Lion varsity competi­ tive cheer coach thinks rounds one and two are just about set as her girls get ready for the start of the 2013-14 season. They’ll be at Leslie Wednesday for their first competition. “Their jumps are really good and their stunting,” Huissen said. “We’re doing really well with stunting. We haven’t done as well as I would like, but we’re defi­ nitely thinking next week we’ll be hitting those defi­ nitely.” The Lions are a little ahead ofthe game thanks to a solid group of returning ath­ letes , that includes Jamie Richter, Cathleen Seaton, Brieyana Hegwood, Lyndi Rose and Iva Weiler. Huissen said she also expects good contributions from varsity newcomers Tia James, Kaylie Clark, Daisy Randall, and Kalee Tyler who is back with the pro­ gram after some time away. The gymnastics coaches have been working on the girls’ flexibility, on getting more consistency with the back walk-overs, and clean­ ing up splits and jumps for the round two performance. The Lions will once again compete in the Southern Michigan Competitive Cheer Conference, which brings back strong teams from Delton Kellogg, Pennfield and White Pigeon this win­ ter. “We are focusing really on our league meets again this year. That Jan. 9 date is real­ ly the date that we’re looking at right now,” Huissen said. “We’ve got a couple meets in between now and then to really get us warmed up and make sure we’re ready.” The Lions host their own seven-team Maple Valley Invitational Jan. 4, then open the league season at Bronson Jan. 9. The Lions will host the final conference competition of the year Feb. 8. The 2013-14 Maple Valley varsity competitive cheer team. Team members are (front) Auzzie Fuller, (second row from left) Cathleen Seaton, Jamie Richter, (third row) Allie Hughes, Kaylie Clark, Kalee Tyler, Brieyana Hegwood, Daisy Randall, Kristin Primm, Tia James, (back) coach Amber Hickey, Sara Stachelhaus, Anel Alejandri, Michaela Grinage, Chloe Hicks, Brielle Hammond, Lyndi Rose, Iva Weiler and head coach Sarah Huissen. Lions wrestling season gets started today at Portland by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The practice battles have been good so far. Maple Valley’s varsity wrestling team is going to have a couple holes in it in the middle weights during the 2013-14 season, but the lightweights are getting fired up. Matthew Reid, Kodee Crouch and Sam Bonney return between 119 pounds and 130 for the Lions. “They work hard against each other,” said Lion coach Tony Wawiernia, who’s back to lead the program with fellow coach Chris Ricketts. “They don’t like to lose. They get (upse't) in practice. They hate to lose to each other in practice. They get frustrated if they lose, so they come back with a vengeance after that.” Zackary Rosenberger is returning with a vengeance as well. He is the only regional qualifier returning for Maple Valley this winter. “He wants it. He’s been lifting. He had a good foot­ ball season. He’s been work­ ing hard,” Wawiernia said of Rosenberger. He’s got some good'company in the upper weights, with Cole Decker and Travis Franks also returning to the line-up. Maple Valley opens its season today at the Portland team tournament, then will be back in action Monday at Bath. The Kalamazoo Valley Association season begins Jan. 8. The league will be tough at the top again, . with Constantine and Schoolcraft returning talented wrestlers. Pennfield and Delton Kellogg should be improved as well. The Lions’ first home match of the season is the annual Jesse Snow Invitational, which they will host Dec. 21. The 2013-14 Maple Valley varsity wrestling team. Team members are (front from left) Nathan Baird, Donavan George, Kodee Crouch, Sam Bonney, Matthew Reid, Jason Bassett, Zach Pixley, Seth Feasel, (back) Ray Halliwill, Holden Creller, Zackary Rosenberger, Austin Creller, Cole Decker, Travis Franks, Franklin Ulrich, coach Chris Ricketts, coach Tony Wawiernia and coach Tyler Franks. (Photo by Brett Bremer) �Page 10 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, December 7,2013 Valley holds Constantine to 16 points in opener The Lions’ lone win last first half I think it is even a control ofthe ball game in the by Brett Bremer third quarter,outscoring the year came in their December more lopsided game, but you Sports Editor trip to Constantine, but the never know. In the second The Lions matched their Falcons 18-2. . “ I saw a lot of positive Falcons avenged that loss half we started knocking win total from the 2012-13 season on opening night ofthings tonight,” said Maple when they visited the Valley some ofthem down. I thought we attacked the basket well. Valley head coach Landon later in the season. » the 2013-14 season. Hanna Kyle and Olivia We still got to work on all the Maple Valley’s varsity Wilkes. “Do we still have a girls’ basketball team scored lot to work on? Yep. Like I Ricketts led the Lions to the little fine points, offensively a 39-16 victory over visiting told the girls after the game, win. Kyle finished with ten and defensively. Constantine played its seaConstantine Friday. The ‘don’t be content, don’t settle, points and Ricketts had eight. Lions led 6-5 after one quar- continue to work hard, con-Ricketts had six ofthose eight son opener Tuesday and ter, then shut out the Falcons tinue to do the things you are in the Lions’ third-quarter Wilkes said he thought that gave the Falcons a little bit of in the second quarter to take a being asked to do, and more surge.. “I thought our defense was an edge early on. 12-0 lead into the half. than anything continue to “We had a few scrim­ good. We communicated The Lions took complete have that inner drive.’” pretty well. We did a great job mages, but they don’t comon defense, with communica- pare to games when you’re tion and helping each other,” actually lacing them up and Wilkes said. you’re actually getting ready “Offensively, if we get to go to battle with somebody some puppies to fall in the else. You step into that game and no matter how hard you work in the pregame, you’ ’re still going to have jitters. 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Architects, Miller-Davis Construction, arid Gracon Technology Consultants all of whom have provided building assessment information on physical facilities, infrastructure, technology, and athletic environments. Many citizens, staff members and up to three board merribers at a time, have been in attendance. (Please note, if there are more than three board members present it is considered a quorum of the board. This would classify the gathering as a regular board meeting.) planned. Several pets will be We would like to have even more input. Some ideas being up for adoption. discussed in the bond scope include the: Eaton County Animal • Safety and security of all school facilities. Control, a division of the • Re-opening of Maplewood Elementary School. sheriff’s office, works very • Purchasing of new buses. closely with the CAHS. • Expanding Pathways High School into the administration Several times each year building. CAHS veterinarians and staff • Creating of science labs to provide opportunities for sci­ come to the shelter in ence, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Charlotte and conduct a pet • Improving our technology readiness. fair. At the fair there are free The timeline is very yg. tight. FIT will be pgpp presenting a propospet vaccinations, worming, al at a special board meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 17 at 6 p..m. and wellness exams for This process is still ongoing as no final decisions have been Eaton County residents. made on the scope of the bond work. FIT will meet Tuesday, CAHS also provides emer- Dec. 10, Wednesday, Dec. 11, and Thursday, Dec. 12 (if gency medical care to shelter needed). These meetings will be in the high school library animals as well as many from 6:30 to 8:300 p.m. other serviced free of charge We understand there are many schedule conflicts, but we to Eaton County residents. A really want to hear from you. Please go to our website sheriffs representative will www.mvs.kl2.mi.us to complete a short survey to give input be present Io answer any on this topic. There is additional information at www.maple questions or concerns regard­ valley.kingscott.com or contact FIT co-chairpersons Darren ing animal control. McDonald at switchbackhtr@yahoo.com and Denise Kent at denise.kent3@icloud.com). Humane Society adoption event is today Ml Uc. #1748 AAD Maple Valley’s Olivia Ricketts muscles up a shot over Constantine’s DeShea Payton during the Lions season­ opening victory Friday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, December 7, 2013 — Page 11 Raises for Treasury Dept, raise questions The priorities and deci­ generous Homestead state's chief investment offi­ sions made by state govern­ Property Tax Credit to the cerjust received a 90 percent ment are often a reason to blind. While providing tax raise to $333,000 a year from question. At a time when relief to blind individuals is $175,000. Where is the Michigan residents are incur­ very important, it is also crit­ shared sacrifice? Where is ring more and more costs ical that we provide tax relief the acknowledgement that and have less and less to seniors. hard-working people in other income, emphasis should be The amendment, eliminat­ fields also deserve better on policies that help relieve ing the senior pension tax, wages? families and offer some sta­ was gaveled down on the Michigan families are on bility for the future. House Floor. It’s extremely tight budgets, and that is why My office continues to disappointing to not see the I have opposed a number of fight vehemently for a bill amendment adopted since it bills passed this year by the we introduced which repeals would undo some of the crit­ House of Representatives the senior pension tax. Since ical damage that was inflict­ that increase amounts for the committee where the bill ed on Michigan seniors. various licenses including was referred has refused to As workers struggle on hunting and fishing licenses take it up, it was re-intro­ wages that have stagnated or and fees for vital records. I duced as a repeal of the pen­ even decreased, top officials will continue to advocate for sion tax as part of an amend­ in the Treasury Department policies that help lessen the ment to another bill, HB just saw salary increase by as struggles and not add to 5086, which gave a more much as 80 percent. The them. Final two shows for The Homecoming' In a scene from the Thornapple Players’ “The Homecoming” Becky (Anna Pash) argues with her mother Olivia (Sharon Grindel as Clayboy (Michael Moray) and Luke (Tommy Johnson) look on. The Thornapple Players’ final two performances of “The Homecoming” are tonight, Saturday, at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. The show is being performed in the Dennison Performing Arts Center at 231 S. Broadway in Hastings. (Photo by Patti Farnum) Santa’s Workshop to be in Nashville Dec. 21 The Maple Valley Community Center of Hope in Nashville is preparing for Santa’s annual workshop and visit with children. Saturday, Dec. 21, parents or guardians ofchildren from infants to age 12 will be able to “shop” at a free store. In a change from previous years, organizers are requiring the child live with the parent or guardian and be pre-regis­ tered. Also, children will not be allowed in the shopping area. Cookies, hot chocolate and a craft project will be available keep children occu­ pied as they wait for a visit with Santa. The center is accepting donations of new toys (non­ battery), games and other children’s gift items. Wrapping materials and gift bags are also needed for the event. Gifts of money are welcome, and helpers will do the shopping. All donations must be received by Dec. 14. Santa’s Workshop will run from 9 a.m. to noon. Santa will arrive at 10 a.m. Plan to bring a camera to capture a memory. In addition, Santa’s helpers, will provide gift wrapping on site. Donations are accepted at the center located on the corner of Washington and Main streets Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays 10 a.m. to noon. For more information, call Al or Rose Mokma, 269­ 953-7327. Hardest Hit funding still available ‘The Nutcracker' returns to Main Street Theatre this weekend Abby Smith as Clara (middle, from left) and Kimberly Rodriguez as the Sugar Plum Fairy dance in a scene from “The Nutcracker,” with Amy Fisher (from left), Alaina Cobb, Heather Rockwell and Britney Page. Performances are this weekend and next in Nashville at Main Street Theatre House. 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To help local families and households undergoing involuntary financial hardPUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 06799959 o»»ortv«it» ship get assistance on delin­ quent property taxes, the Eaton County treasurer’s office is participating in the Help for Hardest Hit, Step Forward Michigan program. The program is a partnership with Michigan Homeowner Assistance Nonprofit Housing Corporation (MHA), acting through the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA). Help for Hardest Hit, Step Forward Michigan assists those who are delinquent on property taxes. If deter­ mined eligible, a one-time payment will be sent directly to the county treasurer to pay delinquent property taxes. The maximum program pay­ ment per household is $30,000. An eligible recipi­ ent receives a 0 percent non­ amortized loan that is forgiv­ able over a five year term at 20 percent per year. 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The boiler was installed in 1979. involvement from both sides of the proposed bond issue. Community members are invited to weekly meetings each Tuesday in the Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Library from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Another way to offer input is by completing an online survey on the school’s web­ site, www.mvs.kl2.mi.us. Co-chairpersons for FIT are Denise Kent and Darren McDonald. To reach them use email, denise.kent3#icloud.com or switchbackhtr@yahoo.com. There is also updated information and pictures of the facilities at www.maplevalley.kingscott.com or www.facebook.com/pages/ Maple-Valley-FacilityPlanning/143233574365580 6. This door to a classroom The Facilities Improvement Team, the Maple Valley School Board, staff and com­ at Fuller Street Elementary is vulnerable even if munity members gather in a classroom at Maplewood School during a recent facili­ locked due to the glass ties tour. There is talk of re-opening Maplewood with the passing of a bond issue in May. windows. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 50, December 14, 2013 Santa Claus comes to town The spirit of Saint Nick filled the Vermontville Opera House last Friday as eager young boys and girls lined up to meet the jolly old elf him­ self. The event, hosted by the Vermontville Township Library, gave residents a chance to share their lists with Santa and complete a variety of crafts and activi­ ties. Participants could color a picture, decorate ornaments and even draft their wish list of presents they hope to find under the tree Christmas morning. Four-year-old Nick Rogers was the first to send his wish list to the North Pole using the special mailbox provided and asked Santa to bring him a bow and arrows of his veiy own. Seth StJohn, age 5, was practical when asking for his gift and requested a small robot. More than 130 children took turns visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Claus, and more than 200 were in attendance at the event. Library Director Carla Rumsey said she was See SANTA, pg. 6 David Martin, of the architectural firm Kingscott Associates, provided this graphic to the Facility Improvement Team offering a comparison of current Maple Valley’s millage rate with that of neighboring districts. The citizen-composed FIT group is readying a bond proposal plan and will present it to the Maple Valley Board of Education at a special meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 17 at 6 p.m. Safety, technology and facility upgrades guide bond issue The jolly old elf proves too much for 9-month-old Sylvia Kinyon during the library-sponsored event. Leadership class spreads hope and help Students in the Leadership Class at Maple Valley High School are making a difference in the lives of those in the commu­ nity. The class has just com­ pleted the. Thanksgiving food drive and is currently conducting a Christmas toy drive. Approximately a dozen leadership students attended the Teens against Tobacco Use this past Friday and will present what they learned to and Wednesdays and at Peas Fuller Street students in in a Pod Daycare and March. At the TATU con­ Preschool; at Thomapple ference the group learned of Manor, Tuesdays and the effects ofharmful chem­ Thursdays; and at Fuller icals in cigarette smoke, Street Elementary for tutor­ health problems associated ing on Fridays. with tobacco use, the cost of The week before the smoking and the impact of school’s holiday break, the nicotine on blood vessels. Leadership Class will join Weeks are full as the class with FFA students to put is at the Maple Valley together fruit baskets for Community Center of Hope delivery to area nursing in Nashville on Mondays homes Wednesday, Dec. 18. Cadet graduates get state congrats State Rep. Theresa Abed, D-Grand Ledge, congratulates cadets Aubrey O’Connell and Kody ConviJ from Bellevue, for graduating from the Michigan Youth Challenge Academy during a tour of the facility Dec. 6. by Shari Carney Staff Writer Maple Valley Schools has not had a successful bond passed since 1997 according to Darren McDonald, co­ chair of the recently-formed citizen group known as the Facility Improvement Team. McDonald, along with Co­ Chair Denise Kent and a group of concerned citizens have been meeting with rep­ resentatives of the Kalamazoo architectural group, Kingscott Associates, to formulate a recommenda­ tion for a bond issue to pres­ ent to the Maple Valley Board of Education. There have been two failed bond attempts in the district in the past seven years, one in 2006 and anoth­ er in 2007. A graphic supplied by Kingscott reveals the current millage rate for the Maple Valley Schools at 2.90 mils, the lowest of 10 neighboring districts. Potterville carries the highest millage at 12.43 mils followed by Olivet, 9.05; Bellevue, 8.23; Charlotte, 8.09; Pennfield, 7.59; Eaton Rapids, Lakewood and ThomappleKellogg at 7.0; Grand Ledge, 6.2; Delton-Kellogg, 5.15; and Hastings, 4.25. Shortly after forming to address concerns regarding facilities and funding, FIT. developed the following principles in guiding November. They are to provide/create: • A safe and secure learn­ ing environment for students, staff and community. • Create operational cost efficiencies so more money can be spent on educational needs (as opposed to opera­ tional costs). • Basic necessities that work and modem classrooms where 21st century job skills can be taught. • Facilities that attract stu­ dents, parents, staff and com­ munity members so the dis­ trict can grow. • A strong educational technology structure that can support current technology needs and will allow for future technology growth. A facility needs assessment was conducted recently and is available online at www.maplevalley.kingscott. com. Within the assessment are accompanying photographs showing the poor condition ofcracked and buckled pave- ment in parking lots, old buses, patched/leaking roofs, missing or cracked side­ walks, lack of playground equipment, crowded class­ rooms, inefficient windows and doors; unsecured entry­ ways, outdated classroom furniture and technology issues as well as needs for improvements of the athletic fields, track and gymnasium floors. A special meeting of the board of education is slated for Tuesday, Dec. 17 at 6 p.m. At this meeting, FIT will present a recommendation to move forward with a bond proposal. The board is expected then to decide if it will accept, reject or modify the recommendation. “I think people will see the benefit a viable school brings to the community,” said McDonald. “It will help to retain students, create a bet­ ter learning environment and bring business to the areal” In This Issue • Santa lets readers peek at his mail • State Supreme Court rules in Nashville medical marijuana case • Lions score wins over Bath and Haslett Monday evening • Maple Valley athletes earn all-conference honors in KVA �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, December 14,2013 Santa lets readers peek at his mail Santa has been receiving letters from area children full of Christmas wishes. He has assured the Maple Valley News that each one is being read. Santa has shared some of the letters below. And he reminds readers to shop locally. Santa did ask that we not correct the children’s spelling or include their last names or addresses. He said hopes to receive many more letters and reminds children of a mailbox in Central Park in Nashville as a great place to start. Dear Santa, I want a grown up tablet ice cream maker easy bake oven 3ds thank you and merry Christmas Santa bye-bye Love, Alexis Dear Santa, I wish for a lot of Littleist pet shops, hoses and icsesres. I wish for LPS cars and the movie frozen on DVD and the Barbie Dolls and anythaing you send me I prom is I will like onles it is LaLa Lopses, Snikes. From, Macey Dear Santa, My name is Leah. I am 3 Dear Santa, years old. I would like a hello kitty camera purse. I I been a real good boy this would also like to have a year. I do all my chores. 1 hello kitty marker and a pair ' help my mom allot with my ofhello kitty pants and socks brothers and sister. Jumbo and a hello kitty shirt. plush stuffed animal Flying ho! ho! ho! Give Mrs. fortress Battle Aone. Xbos Santa a hug and kiss from 360 and Grand theft auto 5, me. Call of duty Black Madden Love, 25 Nfl, WWe fan central toy, Leah Brawins Buddy there ck toy and Funkasourus. Hello Santa, From, My name is Bryce. I am 6 Jakob years old. I would like 1. An Dear Santa, angry bird watch 2. Star I want a Easy bake oven, Wars legos 3. A globe ofthe Ipod and clothes/jeans size 7 world 4. iPad 5. Reindeer and 8 slushy maker and 3Ds snowglobe 6. Angry bird or dsi clothes. thank you Merry ho! ho! ho! Merry Christmas :) Christmas Love, Love, Marissa Paige Bryce Dear Santa, I hope you feel good. Please Bring my mom and dad gifts. I would like x-box games, , a pink bag to carry my dance stuff. I need some new nerf bullets and a Razor gun. And any thing I get I will be happy with. I hope Rudy the red nose is ready to visit. Watch out for air planes. I’ll have cookies and milk for you. Enjoy! Matthew Dear Santa, Can you please come to my grandma’s house? Please bring everyone presents. Bring the boys, boy presents and the girls get girl pres­ ents. Also bring candy. Please bring me a Hulk toy, a ply tent, Iron Man and a pil­ low pet. Bring my daddy some more tools. Love Dillon, age 5 Dear Santa, I have been very good this year. I really hope you and Mrs. Claus are doing well. How are the Elves? If you can, I would like a Barbie Make-up Designer Kit. I would also like a Barbie Radio. I would like a Barbie Doll House. I would like a Barbie dress up cos­ tume. Thank you Santa for maybe bringing these toys. Sincerely, Katie-Grace. P.S. I made a picture for you and your family. Dear Santa, I am Bella and I am 3. For Christmas I want a phone, a blue sword, blue playdoh, new underpants and new socks. Have a Merry Christmas. I love you so much. Dear Santa, Hi my name is Payton. Do you want cookies or milk? Yes or no, check one. Do you need the elfback? I hope not I really like him. I am 5. I have been really good this year. 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Love, Lydon Dear Santa, I would like a big truck with no remote, a big mon­ key to ride on the truck. Love, Paul Dear Santa, I want a x-box 360 kinect, play along, alot of games, good grades easier classes a smarter brain to be able to run faster. Love, Deann Dear Santa, I know you are watching me. But can I have a easy Bake oven and ice cream maker please a grown up tablit or a 3ds please and thank you Love, Abney PS I know you are watch­ ing me so I will be good. Deaf Santa, I want a robot Dog and a mountain of chocolate and a monster high careeokee Love, Ashanti Dear Santa, I want a Woody doll for Christmas. I’ve been a good girl. Love, Sophie 8 • Empire Space Heater Sales and Service QUALITY, VALUE 8 SERVICE American doll stuff, Doc McStuffins, finger nail kit, mobing cat, yam and glitter box ... Thank you, Love Payton Dear Santa, I want a robot for Christmas I would also like Toy Story and a Thomas train track. I’ve been a good boy this year. Love, Ethan Dear Santa, I would like an ipod for Christmas and some skates and some barbies and a mon­ ster high Doll Love, Clowey Dear Santa, I wold lick so more relealestik Baby dolls and a Micke gim and a NiFe Bow and arow. Love, Austyn Dear Santa, I would like some Beanie Babies. I want all the girl stuff for Christmas. My brother just had his birthday on Black Firday. Love, (indecipherable) age 6 Dear Santa, I have been a good boy this year. I would like an orange bike and a John Deere combine. I also like Ninja turtles — Mikey is my favorite. Love, Easton Dear Santa, My Grandpa Sherman to come home from medicl sility place, I phone, Monster High, lad top, Love, Jade Love, Destiny Dear Santa, I was wording ifyou could get me a laptope for Christmas. How Do you get down the chinmy. Lo.ve, Dakota Dear Santa, All I want for Christmas is a cure for cancer. Love, Natizia Dear Santa, I want a Toy box and a booster seat I Love you very much Love, Chase Dear Santa, I want a toy kitchen for Christmas and a ghost game Love, Brady Dear Santa, A rollover mokey and books and treat Love, Garnet Dear Santa, I was good this year. I would like a fake gun and Duck Dynasty. I would also like a toy cat. Love, Lana Dear Santa, I would like Wii U ponkiemon cards. XBos 1. I have been verry very very good this year. Love, Jonathan Dear Santa, All I want for Christmas is for My Best friend Jack’s Grandpa Sherman to come home from the Eaton County Medical Care Facility. He’s like a third grandpa to me. Love, Erin Dear Santa, All I want is a lot ovey minster high Continued next page Stocking! ONE ENTRY PER $30 OF IN-STORE MERCHANDISE PURCHASED. Includes... • HP Notebook 7 • Gift Certificates • Court-Side Wear • More Over $1 SO Value 117 N. MAIN STREET NASHVILLE 517-852-9207 courtsideinc@gmail.com www.courtsidelnc.com I HOURS: Mon.-Frl. 10-5^<^ �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 14, 2013 — Page 3 Solving peer conflicts is as easy as one, two, thre ... Girl drama or cat fighting is meeting its match with a middle school program designed just for girls called Peer Conflict. Conflicts with other students can be a painful part of growing up, says Lorraine Benedict, Maple Valley Schools mid­ dle school counselor. “The goal of the Counseling Department is to remove barriers to student learning and to help students gain valuable life skills that will help them have happy and successful futures,” says Benedict. Recently, all the girls in the middle school, participat­ ed in a program calfed Solving Peer Conflicts 1, 2, 3, 4. Benedict, who directed the meetings, was assisted by senior girls, who shared their own peer conflicts. First, the girls learned the difference between peer con­ flicts and bullying. Next,they participated in several handson activities to learn how to solve conflicts and improve peer relationships. The girls were given four tips to help them, says Benedict. “Find a time to talk with the person you are having a conflict with — one on one,” was the first tip. The second tip was, “If more help is needed, talk to a trusted adult, such as a par­ ent, teacher, or counselor who can offer suggestions.” Suggestion number three by Julie Makarewicz was, “Don’t involve other peers in the conflict,” and number four was, “Social media is forever. Don’t take your conflicts to the inter­ net.” Groups had a number of games and discussions to reinforce the teaching. “If ’ you have a middle school girl, be sure and ask her about the lessons,” says Benedict. “Parents play an important role in teaching their children healthy ways to solve conflicts. When they are struggling, remind them of the healthy steps they can take to solve conflicts that we learned at school.” The boys will meet for Peer Conflict in January. LETTERS TO SANTA, continued from previous pageMaple Valley updates For several weeks, the Facilities Improvement Team, made Dear Santa, up of citizens of Maple Valley Schools, has met to prioritize This year for x-mas I want and to assess the needs of the district. FIT will be presenting a Furdyboom Pook a bo’t and to the board of education on Tuesday, Dec. 17, at 6 p.m. at the a I-Phone I have been a administration building. The presentation will consist of a welling good this year, your bond proposal for the school board’s approval to be placed on helper are funny can I also the ballot in May 2014. Ifyou would like additional informa­ have a I-Pad can you give my tion, go online to www.niaplevalley.kingscott.com or contact Brother a call duty game for FIT co-chairpersons, Darren McDonald by email at switch- our Wii he is so nice that is backhtr@yahoo.com or Denise Kent at why I want to get him it and denise.kent3@icloud.com. a skyIde. Love, Interim principal takes the helm Mikaylah Fuller Street Elementary School has a new interim princi­ pal. Kristine Stewart has been the assistant principal since Dear Santa, January. She also has been the principal of our Maple Valley Please can I have a spotid Pathways High School. Kristine enjoys leading such an out­ speshl horse toys and Ips standing group of faculty and staff. In addition, being able to toys’ mrokrs papr and a grat move into this role with in-district experience made it a seam­ Crismis less transition. In a challenge to the students, Kristine has Love, asked them to bring in canned goods for the needy. Ifthe stu­ Hailey dents gather 250 items, she will dye her hair any color oftheir choice. Dear Santa, Music in the valley Our high school band concert and Shop the Valley events were a success. Last Sunday, under the direction of band director Dennis Vanderhoef and parent Jenna Bums, we had hundreds of community members in attendance. Prior to the concert, many local vendors set up tables with low-cost items for sale. We hope to make this an annual event, so please remember us next year. Dates to remember Our holiday break is coming up soon. Those dates are from Saturday, Dec. 21, through Sunday, Jan. 5, 2014. Please con­ tinue to check our website for communication at mvs.kl2jni.us or find us at Facebook by searching for Maple Valley Schools. Saturday Specials Home Cookin’ • Prime Rib I Jack S Judy’s^ Country Kettle Cafe Nashvilles’ Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM .06828778 • BBQ Baby Back Ribs Sunday Specials * Swiss Steak > Ham & Yams • Roast Turkey & Dressing All specials include potato, vegetable and soup & salad bar. State Supreme Court rules in Nashville medical marijuana case I wasn’t allowed to write as a child sooo I would like my children to be able to every year. Your Auhsome!! Dear Santa, I would like helicoper legos not wheels Love, Daniel Appeals Court ruling which, in January, had upheld her Circuit Court ruling to dismiss the charges against Green. With the Supreme Court’s reversal ruling in place, Green pleaded no contest to the charges, and on Dec. 4 was sentenced to 10 months in jail. According to court files, Green was originally arrest­ ed Sept. 7, 2011. At that time, he was a legal medical marijuana user and obtained a legal medical marijuana card. But he gave marijuana to another medical marijua­ na user, violating the law. In December 2011, the charges were dismissed in Barry County-Circuit Court. On appeal to the Michigan Court of Appeals, the state court upheld the county court ruling. ““We We conclude the uncompensated transfer of Staff Writer The Michigan Supreme Court has overruled an ear­ lier decision by the Court of Appeals to uphold dismissal of charges in a Barry County case involving med­ ical marijuana. A Nashville man was arrested in September 2011 and charged with delivery and manufacture of mari­ juana. After the Supreme Court’s decision in June of this year to overrule the Appeals Court, charges were reinstated against Tony Allen Green, 37, of Nashville. He was sentenced Dec. 4 in Circuit Court to 10 months in. jail to be served concurrent with a jail term already imposed in another unrelated case. Barry County Circuit Court Judge Amy McDowell said the Supreme Court reversed the Free snowmobile safety class is this week The Eaton County vate property or under the skills, maintenance, emer­ Sheriffs Office is offering a supervision of someone 21 gency repairs, rules of the free snowmobile safety class years of age or older. road and sign recognition, Monday and Tuesday, Dec. Participants must attend along with conservation, 16 and 17. both days of the class. winter survival and other The class will be from 6 to Successful participants will essential topics. 8 p.m. for a total of four receive a certificate. To enroll or for more hours of instruction in the In class, students will information, call Jerri sheriff’s office training learn snowmobile operating Nesbitt, 517-543-5257. room, 1025 Independence Blvd,, Charlotte. There is no KU^KU f# KU KU KU KU KU K KU KU --KU KU KU KU.. KILgU <// KU KUK g charge for the class. Classes are for adults and children 12 years old or older. Children age 12 to 17 are required to possess this certificate any time they are ** Family Choose-n-Cut *10 AM Dally - Dark 5 Open Nov. 22 - Dec. 22 operating a snowmobile iif the state of Michigan, unless • Beautiful blue spruce 5-14' trees they are on their parent’s priRide the "Chariot” to the trees Maxson’s Christmas Tree Farm S S CltAliimaL Call any time for Maple Valley News dasslflledads • Qpjt Skokie Jlol Gkocolale & GooJiiei ® 6861 Tischer Rd., Lake Odessa Take M-43 north to Carlton Center, left on Usborne, right on Brown, right on Tischer, first farm on rightt 616-374-7831 269-945-9554 SANTA’S FAVORITE TREE FARM »// an an an an an an > an an an an an a Please note our Dear Santa, I want dolls and 5 bardies. Love, Kailey Hi Santa, I would like a train and Thomas the smoking train remote race car, mcqueen and matter Batman, guns, tools. Love, Brogen marijuana constitutes med­ ical use of marijuana,” the appeals court ruling stated. The case then made its way to the Michigan Supreme Court where a rul­ ing was ordered June 19, reversing the judgment of the Court of Appeals and ordering reinstatement of the charges against Green. “The Court of Appeals erred in affirming the Barry Circuit Court Dec. 22, 2011 order that granted^-the defendant’s motion to dis­ miss the charge of dealing of marijuana. We remand to Circuit Court for reinstate­ ment of charges,” the Supreme Court ruling stat­ ed. McDowell said many medical marijuana cases are finding their way to the Appeals Courts and the Supreme Court because the law regarding medical mar­ ijuana is still so unclear. Special Hours Wednesday, December 18 all HCB locations will close at 5:00 p.m. so, our staff may attend our holiday celebration Dear Santa, I hope all your rainde^r feel well and you feel well and marry Chrismas to evrybody from Lilly Online Banking and ATMs are available 24 hours a day! • Bellevue • Caledonia • Hastings • Marshall • Middleville • Nashville '• Wayland 77582540 Member FDIC �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 14,2013 Vermontville’s Heritage Linda S. Sebastian NASHVILLE, MI - Linda S. Sebastian, age 64, of Nashville passed away Monday, December 9, 2013 at Eaton Community Palliative Care, in Eaton County. Linda was bom in Lansing, on April 1, 1949, and was the daughter of the late James and Frances (Metheny) Drake. She was raised in the Eaton Rapids area and attend­ ed local area schools, gradu­ ating from Eaton Rapids High School in 1967. Linda was the wife of Roy Carl’s Supermarket, and ulti­ Sebastian. Linda and Roy met mately retired from Post in Eaton Rapids and were Cereal. married on September 23, Linda loved going to the 1967. The couple moved to family cabin in the U.P. to the Kalamo township area in bear hunt; she also enjoyed 1974 and raised their family flowers, gardening, and rais­ while working together on ing dogs as her favorite hob­ their family farm. bies. Above all else, Linda’s Additionally, Linda worked family was her first priority at Michigan National Bank, and she loved taking care of them as well as spending time and helping with her grand­ children. Linda is survived by her loving husband, Roy; her two sons, Jeff (Teather) Sebastian and Glen (Sandi) Sebastian; her two brothers, Gary (Marty) Drake and Greg (Tammy) Drake; three grand­ children, Robby, Hunter, and Andrew and two great grand­ children, Isabelle and Zander. A Celebration of Life will take place at Nashville Baptist Church in Nashville, at 1 p.m. on Saturday, December 14, 2013, with Pastor Lester DeGroot offici­ ating. Arrangements have been entrusted to Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit www.danielsfuneralhome.net for further details. John G. Cwik, Jr. NASHVILLE, MI - John G Cwik, Jr., age 65, of Nashville, passed away December 6, 2013 at his home. A memorial service took place December 11, 2013 at the Nashville Assembly of God Church in Nashville with Pastor Glen Branham offici­ ating. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net for further details. . at his home. A memorial service is pending. Arrangements have been entrusted to Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville, MI. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net for further details. Doyle L. Martin CHARLOTTLE, MI Doyle L. Martin, age 65, of Charlotte, passed away Monday, December 9, 2013 Michael D. Maus LAKEVIEW, MI Michael D. Maus, age 27, of Lakeview, formerly of Nashville, died Sunday, December 8,2013 at Sparrow Hospital in Ionia. Michael was bom in Detroit, on June 7, 1986, the son of Michael and Mary (Engdahl) Maus. He was raised in the Jackson area and attended Northwest High School in Jackson, prior to enlistment in the Army. Mike served as a scout with the 4-9 Cavahy of the First Cavalry Division, achieving the rank of sergeant in the U.S. Army during the Iraq War. Mike was honored with membership in the Order of the Combat Spur. While serv­ ing, Jylichael was decorated with the Iraq Campaign Medal with three Campaign Stars, two Army Commendation Medals, the Army Achievement Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation, two Army Good Conduct Medals, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, and two Army Service Ribbons, and the Combat Action Badge. Michael was certified in flying an unmanned aircraft. After completion of his Army service, Mike attended Montcalm Community College. In his spare time Mike enjoyed playing golf and shooting his guns. Mike was devoted to his family and friends and spent time with his nieces and nephews. Michael is survived by his parents; six sisters, Lisa (Joe) Wood, Christy DePyper, Nicole (Terry) Gilliland, Tylene Smith, Bobbie-Jean DePyper, Kelly Childers; two brothers, Rolf (Amber) DePyper and Ted Maus; six nephews, and nine nieces. He was preceded in death by his niece, Ilene Smith. Graveside services with full military honors will be performed at Fort Custer National Cemetery on Monday December 16, 2013. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net MI® *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 TgT (517) 852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville Scott A. Daniels & F?mi,y Owner/Manager Benedict, Kelsey-Peabody home still notable This illustration by Marianne Martin of the Benedict, Kelsey-Peabody home in Vermontville was published in the booklet, Vermontville’s Heritage, compiled in 1986. This excerptfrom Vermontville’s Heritage sponsored by the Vermontville Historical Society was written in 1986. On Sept. 1, 1843, William Uriah Benedict, the second Congregational minister in Vermontville, purchased land for what became the Benedict, Kelsey-Peabody home at 125 W. Main St. The property remained in the Benedict family until 1920. Glenn and Beulah Lake assumed ownership and sold the home to Edmund and Ina Sprague in January 1925. The Spragues sold the prop­ erty to Dr. L.D. and Hildred Kelsey in 1939. The house is well built, and its cherry log beams are in excellent condition. On the south side of the home a bay window extends two sto­ ries. The east side of the house has a similar window. The home has five picture windows which is unusual for a house built in the mid­ dle 1800s. In the late 1880s or 1890s Sarah B. Williams, the daughter of Rev. Uriah Benedict and an artist, paint­ ed a mural in oils in the east bedroom on the second floor for her daughter, Alma. The mural is painted on plaster on the dropped part of a dou­ ble ceiling. The painted portion which is approximately 12 inches wide, has cupid-like angels cavorting in the grass and flowers. The angels are beautifully colored and the grasses and flowers are natu­ ral looking. One little angel is fully clothed and is said to represent the daughter, Alma. [A story specifically on the angel room, which exists today, was printed in the Nov. 10, 2012, Maple Valley News.) Alma later married Dr. Lester Swinton, whom she met at Olivet College, and they moved- to Ontonagon where he practiced for many years serving the mining and lumber camps. After his. death, she moved to Marquette. When she was in her mid-80s, she took a course in creative writing at Northern Michigan University. The Mildred Allen Memorial Library [now Vermontville Township Library] has a copy of her book, I Married a Doctor, which tells of her experiences assisting her husband in treating the acci­ dents that occurred in the camps. Also in the library are two paperbacks by Mrs. Swinton, Tales My Mother Told Me and Teen Age Tales [both series ran in the Maple Valley News in 2012], Mrs. Swinton was also a piano teacher for many years. She was also president of the Michigan Federation of Music Clubs and is noted for her work and support of Interlochen Music Camp. There is a music scholarship in her memory at Northern Michigan University. She died in Marquette April 25, 1965. For more than 40 years, this house has been the home of the Kelsey-Peabody fami- ly. It has been historically preserved and is one of the loveliest of the very early homes in the village. Dr. L. D. Kelsey, a very well-liked and respected physician in Vermontville, used part of the house for an office which, since his death, has been remodeled into an apartment. 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Activities Calendar Monday, Dec. 16 Wednesday, Dec. 18 Chef salad, pasta salad, roll, pineapple. Thursday, Dec. 19 Hard boiled eggs, black bean salad, citrus sections, granola bar. Roast turkey with gravy, sweet potatoes, seasoned cabbage, bread, orange. Friday, Dec, 20 Tuesday, Dec. 17 Chicken salad, broccoli raisin salad, bun, diced pears. Tilapia, wild rice, glazed carrots, green beans, apple­ sauce. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Dec. 16 Wednesday, Dec. 18 Oven fried chicken, sea­ soned butter beans, Brussels sprouts, banana, granola bar. Roast turkey with gravy, sweet potatoes, seasoned cabbage,bread, orange. Thursday, Dec. 19 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, broc­ coli, roll, apple. Tuesday, Dec. 17 Tilapia, wild rice, glazed carrots, green beans, apple­ sauce. Friday, Dec. 20 Chicken cordon bleu with noodles, Prince Charles veg­ etable blend, tossed salad, tossed salad, roll, fruit salad, Christmas dessert. Oven fried chicken, sea­ soned butter beans, Brussels sprouts, banana, granola bar. Home Delivered Cold Menu< Monday, Dec. 16 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, broc­ coli, apple, bread pudding. Wednesday, Dec. 18 Thursday, Dec. 19 Sliced ham and cheddar cheese, potato salad, bun, applesauce. Friday, Dec. 20 Chicken cordon bleu with noodles and sauce, peas and carrots, Capri vegetable blend, diced peaches, Christmas dessert. Tuesday, Dec. 17 Tuna pasta salad, marinat­ ed vegetables, crackers, trop- Your local agent insures your Ret&rement Ask about our annuities and IRAs Tuesday, 17 Bipartisan bill a model of compromise, effectiveness With all the dysfunction in The proposal was then Washington D.C. lately, it turned into a bill which I co­ was nice to be involved in sponsored in the House of the recent passage of a bill Representatives and on that demonstrates how gov­ which I worked closely with ernment should work. Rep. Mike Callton (RHouse Bill 5058 allows Nashville) advocating for the for counties to become their passage of the bill. It was own foreclosing governmen­ voted out of committee tal unit. Currently, the State unanimously and went to the of Michigan acts as the fore­ House floor for a vote. Thursday, Dec. 19 - closing governmental unit On Dec. 5, the bill passed Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 for Eaton County and others. the Michigan House of a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 This bill will give the author­ Representatives unanimous­ a.m.; Alzh. Caregiver ity to our county treasurer to ly. What a pleasure it was to Support 3:30 p.m. Delton: make decisions on fore­ see government working Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: closed homes and to work effectively and efficiently in TV Time. more closely with homeown­ a bipartisan manner for the Friday, Dec. 20 ers. Also, more than best interest of the people. Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; $150,000 in yearly fees will Not only is this’bill good for Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: stay in the county. Eaton County, but it will Skipbo arid Shuffleboard. The idea for the bill start­ become a model for other ed at the local level with • counties in Michigan to use. Eaton County Treasurer Bob Acting as our own fore­ Robinson. After extensive closing governmental unit research and comparative will help to increase property studies with other counties and states, he worked with the Eaton County commis­ sioners on both sides of the aisle. The proposal was approved unanimously. Wednesday, Dec. 18 - - Meijer Gardens Trip. Hastings: Music with Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Sewing Class 5-7 pun. Woodland: Skipbo and Shuffleboard. Delton: TV Strings; Reminiscence; December Birthdays. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News aciion ads! If CorrtfraM Dec. Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m.; Kinship Care Party 6:30. & Micfigati - Hastings: TV Strings; Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Woodland: Skipbo. and Shuffleboard. H,W,N Reminiscence. y** jo? w ^Diana’s % ce a The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS 139 W. State Street Hastings ldenton@fbinsmi.com theLynnDentonAgency.com LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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 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. PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.............................. 9:45 Morning Worship............................... 11 Evening Worship................................ 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .......... 6:45 p.m. . . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. 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 Service 11: 00 Fellowship Ki iff • 7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps Kr • 2” - 5" Well Drilling and Repair I J 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Fleece Scarf Tie Quilt Pillowcase • Table Runner US. S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 269-945-4520 (OBB WEIL DRILLING 6 BEMIR Prayfor our Country Open Wednesday — Friday Lynn Denton values, put properties on pro­ ductive tax rolls again, sup­ port our school districts and help our business communi­ ty. Most importantly, it can reinforce prevention initia­ tives to stop foreclosures in the first place. Good things happen when people work together in a bipartisan way for the good of the people. 218 E. State St., Hastings • 945-9673 OPEN: Monday-Thursday 8 am-5:30 pm; Friday 8 am-7 pm; Saturday 9 am-550 pm 1-517-852-9481 £3 Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up Station GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration.... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School.............................. 9:45 A.M. Service........ ................... 11 P.M. Service........ ................... 6 Wed. Service ...... ...........7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . 517-726-0526 . Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. . Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.tn. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship................................. 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (t/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School....................... 10 a.m. Aoo.Ml. Service 11:15 P.M. Service........................................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass...................... 9:30 a.m. W.orship . 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School Worship Service 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 203 N. State, Nashville RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .. .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship....................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517) 852-9154 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-726-0526 WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 14, 2013 SANTA, continued from pg, 1 Haleigh Grove (left) does her best to try and calm 14 month-old Dawson McCallum as they visit with Santa. more than pleased with how the event progressed, adding it is one of the largest turn­ outs of the year for the library. The sheer number of people in attendance pro­ vides the motivation for organizing the big event each year, she said. “Look at the room,” Rumsey laughed as she explained the reason for holding the event. “We are going to have to find a bigger building if this keeps up.” It took the library stafftwo <a)MMUNI r DINNER 1 Wed., Dec. 18th • 5-7 pm Vermontville United Methodist Church k Homemade entree, veggies, dessert J & beverage. '06828848 Nick Rogers slips his Christmas list into the special mailbox set up to take letters to the North Pole. Mason Starks poses for a photo with Santa during his visit to the Vermontville Opera House. days to setup and decorate for the big night, and plan­ ning for Santa’s arrival began months ahead oftime. “We start talking to Santa right after summer reading,” said Rumsey. Haleigh Grove asked Santa for a Barbie dream house, iPod and Mp3 player and said she is certain she has been good enough all year to warrant the request. She put in her request over the loud protests of 14month-old Dawson McCallum who found the imposing red-suited figure a bit too much to take in. For 6-year-old Mason Starks, the season is not just about the gifts. He bubbled Seth StJohn (left) age 5 and 2-year-old Benjamin Kinyon discuss items in the goodie bags provided by the library. over with enthusiasm as he the year because it’s Jesus’ waited in line to sit on birthday,” exclaimed Starks Santa’s knee. with a huge grin. “It’s the goodest time of St. Nick arrives in style at the Vermontville Township Library Friday, Dec. 6. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valiev News classified ads! �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, December 14,2013 — Page 7 Maple Valley announces break schedule Maple Valley athletes earn all-conference honors in KV4 Maple Valley had eight student-athletes earn All-Kalamazoo Valley Association First Team nods this fall. The group- included (from left) Austin Gonser (football), Jeremy Fisher (football), Hadley Joppie (volleyball), Micah Bromley (cross country), Andrew Brighton (cross country), Kyle Brumm (cross country), Joe Eddy (soccer - not pictured) and Austin Rood (cross country - not pictured). Maple Valley had nine student-athletes earn All-Kalamazoo Valley Association honorable mention this fall. The group included (from left) Kandys Earsen (volleyball), McKayla Lamance (cross country), Sam Benedict (cross country), Josh Sanchez (soccer), Anthony Mahler (football), Beau Johnson (football), Darius Abbott (soccer), Zach Rosenberger (football), and Brandon Wilson (cross country - not pictured).- Opportunity for PERMANENT HIRE exa ////^. Engineering trust. Around the world.” EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP Manpower Partnering Together!! 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Vermontville Chelsea Brandenburg, Mary Gordeneer. The Greatest Story Ever Told' I look at my watch and it tells me it is one o’clock. I toss and I turn for what seems like an eternity. I look back at my watch and it’s one thirty. I've got to get some sleep. I don’t know how but I must get some sleep. My mind is racing. The anticipation is building and morning can’t come fast enough. I lie here tossing and turning in a hide-a-bed in my grandparents' back bedroom wishing sleep would come. I turn to my left and notice my brother is having the same trouble. My brother, more sly and cunning, crawls out ofbed and I decide to follow. We notice “Santa” has arrived, but there will be no opening presents until the family has had its sleep. So my brother decides to help morning come a little quicker and moves the clock ahead three hours. We make our way back to bed and before we know it “6 a.m.” has arrived. We go banging on the doors to let everyone know Christmas has arrived and it is time to unwrap presents. No one questions the time. No one seems to offer objections until my grandfather picks up the phone and calls my aunt and uncle to find out when they will be oyer for breakfast. When my uncle answers the phone, there is no Christmas joy in his voice. As we are all gathered in the living room opening presents, we clear­ ly hear my uncle on the other end of the phone ask grand­ pa, “Do you know what time it is, dad? It’s 3:30 in the morning!” This story has been told and retold every Christmas since my brother and I pulled the greatest Christmas heist ever. This story has grown to the point that it has taken on a life all its own. But do you know the original Christmas Story the one that started Christmas? Do you know about Joseph, Mary, and Jesus? Do you tell it year after year, so that it becomes part of your family tradition? At Christmas, the story that should always be told no matter how many times we have heard it is the story of how Jesus came to this world. Christmas is not Christmas without the story of Jesus Christ, the Savior of the World. Take the time this Christmas to share the real story of Christmas with your family and to share how accepting Jesus as your personal Savior can be the best Christmas present you will ever receive. Izzy Young FCC Vermontville ^DOBBIN'S ACDelco COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE CENTER Your Local GM Automotive Specialists LOCHAATSETDIN JGUSS TO N SO (VUI T7H9 OF Our Diagnostic Computer Software Is Compatible With All Makes B Models Correction: Owner, Jeff Dobbin, AM Matter Technician 24 HOUR TOWINC SERVICE AVAILABLE In the cutline for the varsi­ ty wrestling team’s photo on page 9 of the Dec. 7 Maple Valley News, Franklin Ulrich should have been listed as a team manager. 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HW VERMONTVILLE JQ (Across from K-Mart parking lot) § Now accepting MasterCard & Visa M66 Tire 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66 Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 616-374-1200 Need neat and energy help? Applications at TrueNorthServices.org or call TrueNorth at 1-855-300-8013. Submit completed application by email to applications@tnempower.org, fax (231) 355-3030, or mail TrueNorth, PO Box 149, Fremont, Ml 49412. TrueNorth is a regional nonprofit committed to serving the low-income. north * community services I �Page 8 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, December 14, 2013 Memories of the Past Evangelical church saw many changes over the decades This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Dec. 12,1979. “They have got the Evangelical church all raised up, putting a wall under it,” noted village engineer Frank Russell in his diary May 13, 1926. The church, located on the northeast comer of the Washington and Phillips intersection, was suffering growing pains again. Over a 70-year span, the 1887 struc­ ture was to be stretched out­ ward, upward, rear and for­ ward, in three major building projects. Formed as an Evangelical class in the winter of 1885­ 86 after a series ofbi-month­ ly Sunday afternoon sermons preached in Nashville’s town hall by Woodland Evangelical circuit minister Rev. W.A. Koehler, a small local congregation of 29 charter members soon arranged for construction of a 1,260-square-foot church on the Phillips Street site. The first alteration to that building came slightly more than a dozen years later. “Major improvements to the Evangelical church have been completed,” reported The Nashville News in early December 1899. “Among other things, new front steps have been built, several gasoline lamps have been installed inside, the interior The Cloverleaf Class, now 75 years old and still active, was formed at the Evangelical church as a Sunday school class for young girls. Withstanding affiliation and name changes of the church, the class grew into adulthood with the first Cloverleaf members (standing, from left) Mabie Wilcox, Pauline Kunz, Olive Walker, Stella Smith, May Rothaar, Cecile Zuschnitt, (seated) Zaida Keyes, Carrie Appelman, Elsie Titmarch, teacher, Leah Walrath and Mildred Purchis. The shape of Nashville’s Evangelical Church changed dramatically over a 70-year span. The original church on Phillips Street was a small rectangular edifice (right portion of building in this circa- 1910 photo). Added in 1903 was a wing (left) and an entry tower (center). In 1926, the entire structure was raised to add basement facilities. A 1957 project further revamped the structure, which, after extensive additions, now houses the present-day Nashville Baptist Church. wall papered and a furnace place in town that is not installed in the basement.” lighted either by gasoline or The tiny church was keep­ acetylene lights.” Four years later, the ing pace with community Evangelical church gained growth which had that year appendage. seen construction of a new its first iron bridge across the Construction begun in June Thomapple River on North 1903 added a new wing and Main Street and erection of a entrance tower to the build­ steel fire alarm tower on ing’s north side. Maple Street Installation of “The new Evangelical gas lamps in the church church was formally dedicat­ improved illumination and ed Sunday,” The News told kept step with the times. readers in early November “The new gasoline lights 1903. “The first church was have become very popular built on the site of the pres­ here,” observed The News in ent edifice, which now November 1899, “and now boasts a new wing, in addi­ there is scarcely a business tion to complete new interior SCHOOLS OF CHOICE Maple Valley provides: Safe Schools Caring Student-Centered Teachers Full Curricular and Extra Curricular Offerings State-of-the-Art Technology Award winning Agriculture program Maple Valley Pathways High School (Alternative/Adult/Virtual) Comprehensive Vo-ed Business programs • Woods / Manufacturing / Sawmill (operating) • PE K-12 • Band 6-12, award winning • Musical/Drama/Choir, award winning • Computers K-12 • Personal Mastery Learning Model K-5 • Elementary Music • Access dual enrollment • Variety AP courses • Multiple electives, plus hun­ dreds through virtual schools We are now accepting Schools of Choice applications for the 2013-2014 school year, 2nd semester. Enrollment is available for all grades K-12 and in the Maple Valley Pathways High School. 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 dis--tric,s- Teachers in Maple 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. Applications will be accepted until Monday, January 6, 2014. Tuesday, January 21,2014 is the first day of second semester. For enrollment information, caii 517/852-9699 Rev. Clyde C. Gibson, shown in Putnam Park with his horse Kelly, served the local Evangelical church at the beginning and end of his 50-year ministry. In early years, he also made Sunday afternoon circuit trips by horse and buggy to deliver weekly sermons at the North Castleton Evangelical Church in northeast Nashville. decorations.” About the same time in the Evangelical Church, a young girls’ Sunday School group called the Cloverleaf Class was formed. That class still exists today, though the orig­ inal church has undergone various affiliation and name changes since then. .. “The CloverleafClass was formed when all the Sunday schoolwclasses were being organized by the Evangelical church,” recalls Mrs. J. Robert (May Rothaar) Smith of Nashville. She was a member of the class which she believes originated about 1904. Leah Walrath Partridge, now of Flint, was another member of the first Cloverleaf Class. “We girls all grew up together,” she reminisced. By 1914, the young girls’ Sunday school class had evolved into an adult-age ladies’ study and service organization, as it still remains today. Even a 1946 consolidation with the United Brethren Church and a 1968 merger with the Methodists, to form the present-day United Methodist Church, did not affect the Cloverleaf Class. When the United Evangelical Church merged with the Methodists, the ladies requested and received permission to retain the orga­ nization’s original title. While the Cloverleaf Class has remained steadfast over the years, the Evangelical Church changed not only name but shape. When Frank Russell noted in 1928 that the church was “all raised up,” the building was undergoing extensive renovation to add a basement kitchen, furnace room, lava­ tories and other facilities. Thirty years later, another major construction project was underway at the United Evangelical Church. The edifice was growing, rear and forward. A back addition extended both the basement level and upper floor to pro­ vide an education unit below and a recessed chancel above. Up front, an expand­ ed entryway dramatically changed the facade of the early structure. Spearheading the 1957 remodeling project was Rev. Clyde C. Gibson, who had recently retired after 50 years of service, launched by a three-year ministry here in 1909. In his early days as a local preacher, Rev. Gibson had made a Sunday after­ noon circuit trip by horse and buggy to deliver a weekly sermon at the North Castleton Evangelical Church on East State Road. After many years ofministry in the Detroit area, Rev. Gibson returned to Nashville in 1955 to conclude his career by again serving the local congregation. Rev. Gibson died in 1978 but he, like the Cloverleaf Class, represented a constant in the history of the Evangelical Church in Nashville. For Rent Tree Heat to Keep You Wann! 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This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 06799950 SBwnwffv �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 14,2013 — Page 9 Safety tips from the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office plow Snow safety: Snowplows need room to groom Motorists should always wear seatbelts and, in snowy conditions, allow extra time in reaching destinations. Do your best to minimize dis­ tractions so your focus can be on driving. When encoun­ tering a snow plow while it is plowing, never pass it on the right. Many plows are equipped with wings that weigh as much as a small compact car. Plows can suddenly move sideways from hitting drifts or when cutting through packed snow. Plow drivers have limited visibility and they cannot see directly behind their trucks. Property owner tips for snow removal Don’t plow snow across the road or shovel it from your driveway onto shoul­ ders or roadways. Don’t pile snow high near intersections or driveways where it may obstruct others vision. Park vehicles away from the road and follow local parking ordinances related to snow removal. Keep rocks, timbers, fences, basketball hoops, garbage bins, reflectors, and other items away from the road. Keep areas around mail­ boxes clear in order to assist in safe mail delivery and prevent damage to mailboxes. Maintaining the end of your driveway could decrease chances of getting plowed in, or having your mailbox damaged. Keep sidewalks and pathways clear for pedestrians. Safety tips for children Children should never build snow forts, tunnels, or play in ditches or snow banks by the road. They should stay away from the edge of the roadway while awaiting the school bus, get­ ting the mail. Stay away from the end of a driveway when a snow plow is approaching. Keep sleds and toys away from the roadways at all times; and remember, the plow driver can’t always see you. Additional safety infor­ mation A crime tips line is avail­ able by calling 517-5435433 or at online crimetips@eatoncounty.org The sheriff’s office offers GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. these online sites for more information: crimemap­ ping.com - MobilePatrol Phone App - Nixie - eatoncounty.org/departments/offic e-of-the-sheriff. For up to the minute updates visit us on Facebook and Twitter. Reminder: visit Smart911.com online and LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Chris • Parker, a married man and Lee Ann Parker, his wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 20, 2008 and recorded April 4, 2008 in Instrument Number 20080404-0003741, Barry Coun­ ty Records, Michigan. Said mort­ gage is now held by Wells Fargo Bank, NA by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Three and 39/100 Dollars ($170,643.39) including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the ..statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of bolding the circuit court within Barry County., Michigan at 1:00 PM on JANUARY 9, 2014. Said premises are located in the Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Land situated in the Township of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows: A parcel of land in the Southwest one-quarter of Section 31, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry Coun­ ty, Michigan, described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of said Section 31, which lies due East 1119.90 feet from the Southwest comer of said Section. 31; thence due North 242.00 feet; thence due East 200.00 feet; thence due South 242.00 feet; thence due West 200.00 feet to of The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, 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. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. Dated: December 7, 2013 Orlans Associates, P.C.. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 13-015292 (12-07)(12-28) 06827747 the place beginning. update information could help save a life. that Yours in public safety, Sheriff Tom Reich LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mort­ gage made on April 28, 2006, by Tony L. Calhoun, a single man, and Roberta L. Groner, a single woman, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on May 1, 2006, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michi­ gan, in Instrument Number 1163861, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dat­ ed April 21, 2011, recorded on May 4, 2011, in Instrument Num­ ber 201105040004743, Barry County Records, on which Mort­ gage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Six Thousand Two Hun­ dred Sixteen and 99/100 Dollars ($246,216.99); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, Jan­ uary 16, 2014 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry Coun­ ty Courthouse in Hastings, Michi­ gan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mort­ gage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: The South 9 rods of the following described property; beginning 90.5 rods West and 36 rods North of the Center of Section 5, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, thence North 44 rods, thence East 24.5 rods, thence South 44 rods, thence West 24.5 rods to the place of beginning, except the North 100 feet thereof, Barry Township. Commonly known as: 10381 Brickyard Rd., Delton Michigan 49046 Parcel Number: 08-03-005-033-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for dam­ aging the property during the redemption period. Dated: December 5, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mort­ gagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (12-14)(01-04) 09828438 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 certain mortgage made by: Ralph Allen Ondersma, A Single Man to Option One Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated June 6, 2006 and recorded June 15, 2006 in Instrument# 1166011 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for ABFC 2006-OPT1 Trust, ABFC Asset- Backed Certificates, Series 2006-OPT1, by assignment dated January 2, 2010 and recorded January 20, 2010 in Instrument # 201001200000610 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Ninety-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Forty­ Seven Dollars and Seventy­ Seven Cents ($298,347.77) including interest 10% 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 26, 2013 Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Northwest one quarter of Section 7, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Beginning at the North one quar­ ter corner of said Section 7; thence South 00 degrees 12 min­ utes 02 seconds East 825.72 feet along the North-South one quar­ ter line of said Section 7; thence South 89 degrees 27 minutes 01 second West 722.17 feet; thence North 00 degrees 27 minutes 59 seconds East 364.77 feet; thence 172.79 feet along a 200.00 foot radius curve to the right, the long chord which bears North 25 degrees 12 minutes 59 seconds East 167.46 feet; thence 88.17 feet along a 100.00 foot radius curve to the left, the long chord of which bears North 24 degrees 42 minutes 29 seconds East 85.34 feet; thence North 00 degrees 32 minutes 59 seconds West 33.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 27 minutes 01 second East 610.31 feet along the North line of said Section 7 to the point of ending. Commonly known as 543 West Brown Road, 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; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the prop­ erty is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the -mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damag­ ing the property during the redemption period. Dated: 11/23/2013 Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Trustee for ABFC 2006-OPT1 Trust, Asset Backed Funding Corporation Asset­ Backed Certificates, Series 2006-OPT1, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 13-89583 (11-23)(12-14) NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY OBTAINED INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on October 31, 2003, by Gary E. Roberts, a sin­ gle' man, as Mortgagor, given by him to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on October 31,2003, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1116824, ^hich mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated November 22, 2011, recorded on November 28, 2011, in instrument Number 201111280011086, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-Five and 10/100 Dollars ($122,375.10); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, January 16, 2014 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE CITY OF HAST­ INGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Lot 21 of Lake View Park, accord­ ing to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats on page 63. Also, that part of land immediately North of Lot 21 consisting of a portion of the South 1/2 of what was formerly Shady Lane, which has now been vacated. Also, starting at the Northeast comer of said Lot 21; thence North 76.25 degrees East 12 feet; thence South to a point 11.50 feet East of the Southeast comer of said Lot 21; thence West to said Southeast comer of Lot 21; thence North to- starting point. Also including: Reserving right of way across latter description for access to highway. Also convey­ ing a right of way across a strip of land immediately East of Lot 12 being 6 feet wide at the North end and 6.5 feet wide at the South end. Being the West part of what was formerly North walk, recently vacated. Commonly Known As: 11031 Hastings Point, Middleville, Michigan 49333 Tax Parcel Number: 08-16-120-001­ 00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for dam­ aging the property during the redemption period. Dated: December 11, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (12-14)(01-04) . 06828902 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on April 9,1998, by Loyal Order of Moose, Hastings Lodge No. 628 (a/k/a Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 628), a Michigan non-profit, as Mortgagor, given by it to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on April 13,1998, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1010269, which mortgage was assigned to' Commercial- _Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated June 24, 2013, recorded on July 15, 2013, in Instrument Number 2013-008729, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Fifty-Three Thousand Five Hundred Seventy-Two and 77/100 Dollars ($53,572.77); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, December 26, 2013 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bid­ ders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allow­ able costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage men­ tioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF HASTINGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Commencing at the Northeast comer of Lot 442, thence West 103 feet 10 inches, more or less, to the cen­ ter of a brick wall running North and South for the place of begin­ ning, thence South 84 feet 9 inch­ es, thence West 6 feet 2 inches, thence South to the South line of Lot 441, thence West on the North line of the Alley to the Southwest corner of Lot 438, thence North to the Northwest corner of Lot 438, thence East to the place of beginning, EXCEPT: The South 24 half feet of Lots 438, 439 and 440, and the South 24 half feet of the West 22 feet of Lot 441, of the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, Barry County, Michigan. ALSO: Parts of Lots 441 and 442 of the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, described as beginning at the Northeast corner of said Lot 442, thence West 103 feet 10 inches to the center of a brick wall, thence South 84 feet 9 inches, thence West 6 feet 2 inches, thence South to a point 30 feet North of the South line of said Lot 441, thence East to the East line of said Lot 442, thence North to the place of beginning, EXCEPT the South 16 feet thereof. Property address: 128 128 N. Michigan Avenue, Hastings, Michigan 49058 Property Parcel: 55-201­ 051-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 660.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for dam­ aging the property during the redemption period. Dated: November 12, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (11-23)(12-14) �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, December 14,2013 Lions score wins over Bath and Haslett Monday evening Maple Valley’s varsity wrestling team scored a pair of close victories at Bath Monday, bouncing back Club has ten in top four at first tourney The Maple Valley Wrestling Club had ten wrestlers place at the Jackson Lumen Christi MYWA Tournament to start the sea­ son last weekend. Diesel Curtis, Jesse Brumm, Gavin Bartley, David Hosack-Frizzell and Franklin Ulrich all placed first. Cayden Scott and Chandler Murton placed sec­ ond. Clay Flower and Ryan Bennett placed third. placed Kenneth Curtis’ fourth. The club sent 16 wrestlers in total to the tournament. VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE SEWER USER CHARGES ORDINANCE 12-12-2013 EXHIBIT A Council Member Scramlin, seconded by Council Member Fisher, moved the adoption of the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDI­ NANCE NO. 2-28-1980 EXHIBIT A, AS AMENDED, REGARDING SEWER USER CHARGES THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Amendment of Ordinance No. 2-28-1980 Exhibit A. That Village of Nashville Ordinance No. 2-28-1980 Exhibit A, as amended, is amended to read in its entirety as follows: A. O M & R CHARGE: (1) Effective January 1, 2014, the O M & R charge shall be $4.58 per one thousand (1000) gallons of metered water use per month. (2) Effective January 1, 2014, for unmetered water cus­ tomers, the O M & R charge shall be $19.01 per residential equivalent unit assigned to the premises per month. (Rate per 1000 gal x 4.15) (5) The charges provided for in this Section A shall be annually increased beginning on January 1, 2015, and each January 1 thereafter, by 5% of the immediately preceding monthly charge. No additional increase in charges shall be permitted without the approval of the Village Council. B. SURCHARGES: For wastewater strengths exceeding normal strength sewage, as defined, the following surcharges shall be added as applicable: (1) BOD (in excess of 200 mg/1), $0.25 per excess pound. (2) Total suspended solids (in excess of 250 mg/1), $0.13 per excess pound. C. from a rough opening to the Haslett, with Rosenberger season at Portland on scoring another forfeit win at 285 pounds and Reid also Saturday. The Lions knocked off winning by forfeit at 130. The Lions are now 3-4 Bath 46-39 and Haslett 39­ overall this season. They 36 Monday. Maple Valley earned the were 1-4 at the Portland two wins despite forfeiting Duals Saturday, falling 62­ 15 to Charlotte, 53-28 to the 112-, 135-, 140-and 145DeWitt, 51-22 to Ionia and pound weight classes. Kodee Crouch at 119, 48-21 to the host Raiders. Maple Valley’s one victo­ Matt Reid at 130, Zach Pixley at 152, and Austin ry was a 36-34 decision Creller at 215 earned pins for against Lansing Waverly. the Lions in the victory over the host Bees. Zack Rosenberger at 285 pounds and Nate Baird at 103 won by forfeit The Lions’ other points came from Sam Bonney’s 15-2 major deci­ sion at 1-25 pounds. Baird, Crouch, Bonney, Grace Church in Pixley and Creller won by Nashville, along with organi­ pin in the victory over zations in Battle Creek, is The Lions won five matches by forfeit, for 30 free points in that victory over Waverly, and also had Travis Franks scored an 8-2 win over Max Taborsky at 171 pounds and Pixley top Zane Zakora 11-6 at 152 to secure the victory. Lion coach Tony Wawiemia said his team was dissappointed in the way it performed in the two duals with DeWitt and Charlotte. “We know we have to work more on our takedowns and getting out on the bot­ tom,” he said. “We came back the next two duals and wrestled better against Waverly, which we beat, and Ionia where we had a couple fall outs.” Franks and Baird were each 4-1 for the day. Reid, Rosenberger and Creller won three matches each. Gift-laden shoeboxes en route to needychildren VILLAGE COUNCIL VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDINANCE 12-12-2013 Council Member Courtney, supported by Council Member Hartwell, moved the adoption of the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 2-14-80-B, ENTITLED " AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING AND PROVID­ ING FOR THE COLLECTION OF RATES AND CHARGES FOR SEWAGE DISPOSAL SERVICE AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION OF SECTIONS THEREOF, IN THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AS FOLLOWS: THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Amendment of Article III, Section 2, Ordinance No. 2-14-1980-B. That Article III, Section 2, Ordinance No. 2-141980-B is amended to read in its entirety as follows: ARTICLE III - SEWER USER CHARGE SYSTEM SECTION 2. Rates to be charged for service furnished by the system shall be as described below and shown in Exhibit A to this Ordinance. (a) O, M & R: Each user of the system shall pay a monthly O, M & R charge in proportion to the user's wastewater contribu­ tions to the System. Users that are also metered customers of the Village water system shall be charged as shown in Exhibit A. Users that are not metered water customers shall be charged a flat amount per residential equivalent unit assigned to the user's premise, as reflected in Exhibit B and as shown in Exhibit A. making a difference in the lives of 22,540 needy chil­ dren this Christmas with giftfilled shoeboxes, said Faith Caldwell of Samaritan’s Purse. Through Operation Christmas Child, the world’s largest Christmas project of its kind, local volunteers filled shoeboxes with toys, school supplies, hygiene items and notes of encour­ agement. Although local collection is finished, the shoeboxes journey to children has just begun. Volunteers will be working in the coming weeks to prepare, package and transport the 7.2 million gifts collected across the United States to their final destination. There is still an opportunity to get involved by building a box online at www.samaritanspurse.org/b uildonline. Through an online tool, gifts can be sent to kids in some of the hardest-to-reach countries. Anyone interested in speaking with a local volun- teer is asked to call 937-374­ 0761 or visit the website samaritanspurse.org/newsroom. Maple Valley Sports Shorts JV Boys’ Basketball The Maple Valley junior varsity boys’ basketball team opened its season with victo­ ries over Bellevue and Delton Kellogg this week. The Lions topped Bellevue 49-44 in the season opener Tuesday. Grant Adrainson had 16 points and three steals for the Lions in the win. Luke Cosgrove had seven points, 13 rebounds and two blocks. Payton Rourke added nine points and 11 rebounds. In the win over Delton ■'Kellogg to start the KVA season Thursday, Brock Weiler had six points and eight rebounds while Cosgrove chipped in four points and -nine boards for Maple Valley. (b) Surcharges: Each user that discharges wastewater strengths, exceeding "normal strength sewage", as defined, shall pay appropriate surcharges for treatment of excess waste strengths as shown in Exhibit A. SEWER CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND CHARGES: Meter Size 5/8 x 3/4" 3/4“ 1“ 1 1/2" 2" 2 1/2" 3" 4” Unmetered customers SCIC Monthly Charge $13.05 13.05 19.00 32.80 58.85 68.35 115.75 194.75 13.90 Per residential equivalent unit SECTION 2. Repealer. All ordinance and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed insofar as the conflicting portions thereof are concerned. SECTION 3. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be published i accordance with state law and shall become effective twenty in (20) days after its adoption or upon its publication, whichever occurs later. PASSED and adopted by the Village Council of the Village of Nashville on December 12, 2013. YEAS: Zoerman, Scramlin, Dunham Courtney, Fisher, Hartwell, Langman, PASSED and adopted by the Village of Nashville, Michigan on December 12, 2013. YEAS: Courtney, Fisher, Hartwell, Langman, Scramlin, Zoerman, Dunham Ordinance No. 12-12-2013 adopted. Ordinance No. 12-12-2013 Exhibit A adopted. Frank Dunham, President Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk Frank Dunham, President 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 December 12, 2013. 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 December 12, 2013. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk Adopted: 12-12-2013 Published: 12-14-2013 Effective: 1-1-2014 Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk Adopted: 12-12-2013 Published: 12-14-2013 Effective: 1-1-2014 06829017 • Parts • Repairs • Tires A Located Downtown Vermontville W WINTERIZATION CHECK Btiug yowt ueluc£e in aud (et ua doa UUudesi Check! • • • • ABSENT: none ABSENT: none MUTO REPAIR SECTION 23. 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. NAYS:none NAYS: none Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk (c) Sewer Capital Improvement Fund Charge: Each user of the system shall pay a monthly Capital Improvement Charge for the repair, replacement, or extension of the sewer system as shown in Exhibit A. Users that are also metered customers of the Village water supply system shall be charged in accor­ dance to the nominal size of the user's water meter, as shown in Exhibit A. Multiple family units on a single master water meter shall be charged the Sewer Capital Improvement Fund charge shown for the 5/8 inch water meter, per family dwelling unit. Users that are not metered water customers of the Village shall be charged an amount in proportion to the num­ ber of residential equivalent units assigned to the user's prem­ ises, as reflected in Exhibit B and shown in Exhibit A. Check Tire Pressure Battery Charge System Wiper Blades Coolant check GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE COOPERTIRES Celebrating our 23 years serving you! 4GIVI66 Tire 06829015 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66 Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 616-374-1200 • www.m66tire.com �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 14,2013 — Page 11 Luis gets bucket then block to secure Lion win by Brett Bremer Sports Editor With the addition of senior foreign exchange student Luis Martinez-Fernandez tthe Lions now have an inside presence to go with their out­ side game. Martinez-Fernandez did enough in the paint Friday and Micah Bromley got hot from the outside at the right time to allow the Maple Valley varsity boys’ basketball team to squeak by visiting Delton Kellogg 42-41 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association opener. Martinez-Fernandez pulled down a missed three-point attempt and put it back in to give the Lions a 42-41 lead with just over 16 seconds to play, then blocked Delton Kellogg’s Anthony Houtrow’s last-gasp effort in the lane at the other end to seal the victory for the Lions. He finished the night with a game-high 17 points, going 3of-4 at the free throw line. Bromley finished with 12 points for the Lions, Andrew Brighton had eight and Austin Gonser five. They were the only four Lions to score in the bailgame. “Our shooting was way off tonight,” said Lion head coach Chris Ewing. “Delton does a great job with their 3-2 (zone defense). We knew they were going to run that ’* illite *• hknraWia Maple Valley’s Andrew Brighton (left) keeps a close eye on Delton Kellogg point guard Troy Wooden in the back-court during the fourth quarter Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Lions could have LaWann Randolph had eight helped themselves with a bet- points and ten rebounds. Maple Valley’s Micah ter performance at the free The Lions have a tough Bromley rises up to get a throw line. They were just 5- week ahead. They are .sched- shot off in the paint during of-17. Bellevue was just 9-of- uled to face Galesburgthe second half of his 20 at the line. Augusta at home Tuesday, team’s one-point victory Ethan Bloch scored 16 then will travel to Parchment over visiting Delton points had 11 rebounds for Friday. Kellogg Friday. (Photo by the Broncos. Tony Reed Brett Bremer) added nine points and DK gets first win by limiting Lions to 19 points by Brett Bremer * • afeiyhift 1,0 Ws® alai « jUs ilk ta« & a^td i in pie a! ■ i it M b the whole game against us Bromley cut the gap to one and we practiced it for hours. point with 3:13 left on the Props to their coach for being clock, and he hit two free able to run that 3-2 really throws to put his team up 40well. Their players played an 39 with 1:58 to go. outstanding game.” Houtrow hit a jumper from Delton Kellogg led the free throw line to get his throughout the contest. The team back in front by one, 41Lions made a point of getting 39, 20 seconds later. the ball inside to MartinezBromley also pulled down Fernandez early in the second a missed free throw by the half. Delton led 22-21 at the Panthers with 45.5 seconds to break. Martinez-Fernandez play, setting up his team for gave his team a brief lead a its final possession. couple of times, scoring his Delton Kellogg is 0-1 and team’s first six points of the the Lions are 2-0 on the sea­ second half, but Delton son. Kellogg rallied to lead by as Maple Valley opened the many as seven points early in season Tuesday with a 57-44 the fourth quarter. win at Bellevue. ““We The Lions took control of We had had our our first first game game canceled,” said Delton that ballgame in the fourth Kellogg head coach Steve quarter too, breaking a 42-42 Miknis. “For us to come here tie by scoring 15 of the in our first game, I thought game’s final 17 points. that our kids responded well “We played hard all four and kind of hit their stride to quarters and we knew that the point where it felt like we any te^m that stuck around were in game three or four. I ‘til the fourth quarter with us was proud of the way the would tire themselves out, guys played. It was a good and that’s what happened in team effort.” tthe fourth to Bellevue,” Jeff Minehart led Delton Ewing said. Kellogg with 15 points and Andrew Brighton led the ten rebounds. The Panthers Lions with 22 points and six also got eight points and eight steals. He scored ten of those rebounds from Anthony 22 points in the fourth quarHoutrow and eight points and ter. Anthony Mahler had a five assists from Troy Career-high 13 points, includWooden. ing three three-pointers. The Panthers led 39-32 Gonser added nine points and with five minutes to go in the Bromley had seven and seven game. A pair of threes by assists. ballclub than the way we turnovers a game through the played this evening. Give first three contests ofthe year. Delton credit, they did what “Offensively, we finally they needed to do, but I feel ran some plays,” coach Mohn we’re a lot better ball club.” said. “We haven’t done that For the Panthers it -was yet this year, and they actualtheir first victory of the sea- ly ran them through and had son as they improved to 1-3 some success out of them. If theyjust just run run them, them, they they might might overall and 1-1 in the KVA. they Delton Kellogg head coach find that they get a little easiMike Mohn was happy with er buckets. “I threatened them at halfthe defensive effort which allowed the Lions just eight time. I said look girls, here’s points in the first half, and 19 the scoop. This is the play overall for the evening. we’re going to run. If you “That’s really the first time choose not to run it, you’re we’ve spent any length of coming out and I’ll put some­ time in our 2-3 zone,” Mohn body else in and give them a said. “We switched and went shot, but you must run the to our zone press. We usually play. If you don’t want to do scramble around in that 51, it then you can come and sit but we went to our zone press next to me and watch someand it was really effective. I body else do it.” Delton Kellogg led 18-8 at was real pleased with how we rotated on that and that’s the half. The Lions were the something we have not done ones that started the second well. I don’t know if it’s just half strong. They held Delton the air or something, but it scoreless for more than five worked.” minutes to start the third quarOffensively, the two ter. On the offensive end, the returnees with only real varsity court experience for the Lions made an effort to get Panthers led the way. Kristen the ball into the paint early in Mohn had a game-high 15 the second half. Olivia points to go with ten Ricketts drew a couple fouls rebounds. Sarah Rendon had and scored the first four eight points and six steals, points of the second half. But after her two early playing at the top of the buckets, the Lions went Panther zone. Delton also got eight through a nearly six minute points, seven rebounds and scoring drought of their own. Ricketts led the Lions with two steals from sophomore six points. Emma McGlocklin Lindsey Vanderveen. Coach Mohn was especial- and Emily Mattocks had three ly pleased to see that points each. “We just have to find a way Vanderveen had just one Maple Valley’s Erica Burkett pushes the ball up the turnover, and that his team to get over the hump, whether court as Delton Kellogg’s Alicia Lindsey gives chase hadjustten hadjust ten all game.His game. His girls tat that’s coacng coaching or payers, players, during the first quarter Friday night. (Photo by Brett had averaged close to 20 we’ve just got to find a way to Bremer) Sports Editor Scoring 19 points won’t win a team many varsity basketball games. It wasn’t enough for the Lions Friday as the Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball team fell to 1-1 in the Valley Kalamazoo Association and 1-2 overall with a 35-19 loss to visiting Delton Kellogg. “We need to be more aggressive with the basketball, we need to rebound, we need to be more physical. We’ve got to take care of the basketball,” said Maple Valley head coach Landon Wilkes. “As we go through drills and stuff we really try to stay on the kids about being physical with one another and going about it that way. We’re just going to have to keep at it. We’re a lot better get over the hump,” Wilkes said. The Lions fell 63-38 at Springport Tuesday. The Spartans outscored the Lions 27-7 in the opening quarter, and led 43-12 at the break. Ricketts had nine points to lead the the Lions, Lions, while Mattocks and McGlocklin added seven each. Erica Burkett chipped in six points. The Lions kept fighting all evening, outscoring Springport 17-4 in the fourth quarter. Springport was led by Sam Bates who had 20 points and Ciara Sundermann who finished with 16. Kim Keeler and Taylor Norman added eight points each for the hosts. Maple Valley returns to action at Galesburg-Augusta Tuesday, then will be home against Parchment Friday. The Lions’ Emma McGlocklin (left) does her best to try and keep Delton Kellogg’s Lindsey VanderVeen out of the paint during the opening quarter Friday at Maple Valley High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) �Page 12 — Just Say "As Advertised m the Maple Valley News" Saturday, December 14, 2013 Women’s club hears speaker and helps the needy Santa to visit youngsters at Putnam Putnam District Library aides Kayla Thornton,(left) and Tanett Hodge, invite you to visit with Santa Claus Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. Each family will receive a free book and the first 100 kids will make a snowman craft and reindeer food. Parents can shop the Frugal Living Exchange's cookie fundraiser and the Friends of Putnam District Library's book basket sale. The Festival of Trees and the library's wish tree will also be available for viewing. Emma McGlocklin and her mother Candice joined the Vermontville Women’s Club Dec. 2 for a Christmas party. McGlocklin shared expe­ riences from the three-day MYLead conference she attended in June. The club sponsored McGlocklin, and the MyLead organization spon­ sored Lizzy Shilton. McGlocklin and Shilton were nominated by Norma Jean Acker, former Maple Valley Schools leadership teacher, said Becky Anderson in a press release. While at the conference, McGlocklin heard from past MYLead attendees. Games were used to help discover individual leadership charac­ teristics, and one night McGlocklin’s group partici­ pated in a talent show by singing a rap song. The conference was well worth her time, McGlocklin said, and she will become a stronger leader in her community as a result of what she experienced. In the future McGlocklin is considering a special Christmas project in the community. As captain of the girls basketball team, she hopes to get a basketball scholarship for college where she plans to study sports administration man­ agement In other business Dec. 2, Mary Fisher gave a report of the Christmas baskets for needy families in the com­ munity; 39 families and 65 kids are on the delivery list. A large food donation of about 4,500 pounds has been ordered from the Lansing Food Bank. One-hundred pounds of ground lamb has been donated, and cash dona­ tions have been made by res­ idents. Baskets will be assembled by club members and volun­ teers Friday, Dec. 20, start­ ing at 9 a.m. at Vermontville Bible Church. The baskets will be ready for pick-up Saturday, Dec. 21, at the church from 9 to 11 a.m. Boy Scouts will help load boxes. Another project for December was to bring items for the Siren/Eaton shelter in Charlotte. More than 65 per­ sonal care items, including shampoo, lotion, deodorant, body wash and hand soap, were collected, Also, some members brought new bed pillows, baby wipes, sheets and gently used women’s clothing. A gift exchange using the Christmas story was adapted into a game by club president Eunice Borelli. Refreshments of red, green and white colors were served in Lois Siple’s festive Christmas setting. The January meeting has been canceled, and the next meeting will be Feb. 3 at the United Methodist Church in Vermontville. The program will be from Eaton Community Palliative Care. Members are to bring valen­ tines to give to veterans. Guests and new members are always welcome. For more information, call Borelli, 517-541-2359, email Farm9560@yahoo.com, or call Siple, 517-726-1389. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads! This Christmas Shop Downtown Hastings on theThomaj ome spend a day in our beautiful downtown where you ’llfind.. Bakeries Jewelry Stores . Fabric & Craft Stores Health Foods Store Electronics & Appliance Stores Victorian Bed & Breakfast Hardware Stores Gift Shops 4 Screen Movie Theater Financial Institutions Dollar Stores Historic Barry County Courthouse Antique & Collectible Stores Flower Shops The Famous Holly Trolley Art Galleries Salons & Spas 29 Unique Restaurants Stores offering Shoes Independent Pharmacy Stores offering Clothing Sporting Goods Shop Downtown Spray Plaza/ Mini Bandshell Shop Downtown Hastings ... where the Holidays begin! � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-12-21.pdf fc20caa587856cd6dea9bce9679b5309 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY news $ Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 51, December 21, 2013 A local paper oftoday! Bond issue proceeds to the next level by Shari Carney would ask taxpayers for $18 Staff Writer million spread out over 25 At a special board meeting years to address critical facil­ ofthe Maple Valley Board of ities and school funding Education on Tuesday, the needs. The current mill of board unanimously agreed 2.9 will be increased by with a recommendation 4.1 mils to total 7 mils. made by a district citizen Based on averages, tax­ group that a proposed bond payers can expect to pay 63 issue take its next step for­ cents per day if the millage ward by requesting a place passes. on the May 2014 ballot. Among top priorities, that Darren McDonald, co­ the proposed increase will chair of the Facility address will be the re-open­ Improvement Team, outlined ing of Maplewood School as the scope of a proposal that a first grade through sixth grade building; using Fuller Street Elementary for early childhood development, young fives and kindergarten programs; constructing safe and secure entryways in each facility; and providing new buses and technology upgrades. An application will now be filed with the Department of Treasury in hopes of plac­ ing the issue on the ballot in May 2014. See BOND, page 7 Darren McDonald (standing, left), with members of the committee that studied the possibilities of a proposed bond issue, await the decision of the Maple Valley Board of Education Tuesday. Elementary students explore Christmas around the world by Shari Carney Central Park is source of holiday cheer The trees are illuminated, and refrains of Christmas music are heard in Central Park in Nashville. Central Park is also the home of a special mailbox for Santa Claus. Letters from eager youngsters are assured to be delivered to Santa in time for Christmas. • Staff Writer Fuller Street Elementary transformed into a showcase of cultures Tuesday, Dec. 12, for the second annual Christmas Around the World. Holland, Mexico, Germany, South Africa and other countries were fea­ tured. Teachers, dressed in their See CHRISTMAS, pg. 12 Kindergartner Claire Seume tours Christmas Around the World at Fuller Street Elementary. She has made a •stop in “Holland” and is displaying the finished windmill creation. In This Issue • Eaton and Ionia counties now Dreaming of a white Christmas parade Blustery winds and frigid temperatures didn’t keep the annual Christmas parade from descending upon Nashville Saturday. (Christmas Parade photos by Jenna Burns) See story and photos on page 6. have Smart911 available • Lions shut down Rams’ top threats, improve mark to 30 • Seniors defeat firefighters to win donkey basketball tourney Maple Valley wrestlers split with two future league foes �Page 2 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, December 21,2013 Letters to Santa keep pouring in Each Christmas season, the Maple Valley News looks forward to letters written to Santa from area youngsters. Santa graciously shares some of the letters with the read­ ers. He did ask us not to change the spelling or use last names or addresses. Santa said he hopes every­ one has a wonderful holiday and remembers to give with a thankful heart. Dear Santa, This is Sully and I really missed you! I have been very good this year and would really like a tractor and trail­ er, Thomas the Train and a wagon! Thank you Santa! Love, Sully Dear Santa, I wolld like a bw and arrow for christma. Love, Alana Dear Santa, I wodl like a monster doll. Love, .Danilynn Dear Santa, I would like many things this year! 1. I Pod touch 5th genera­ tion. 2. Justice accessories. 3.1 Poad touch Christmas Penguin Case. 4. Games 5. Annie 199 movie 6. Ginger the Kitten Furreal Pet 7. Bunch of Gum! Ice cubes, Hubba bubba. 8. Huge Hershey bar etc. Love, Carleigh Dear Santa, I want a Snowman. Your friend, Reid Dear Santa, It’s me, Iris and I can’t wait to see you! I have been a very good girl this year and would like a Sparkle Mansion dollhouse, Barbies and some Girl Legos! Thank you Santa! Love, Winter reading begins at Vermontville library The ninth annual winter reading program at the Vermontville Township Library will begin Jan. 3 and continue through March 29, 2014, said Director Carla Rumsey. The program ‘Literary Elements’ will inspire patrons ages 16 and over to read books in several genres and participate in readingrelated activities. 5 §11 Ins Dear Santa, I would like a dollhouse, Dollys American Girl doll Sage. American doll acessories, American doll hourse, tree house,ballet, b-ball, dress cloths. Thats all Iwould like for Christmas! Sincerely, Ali Thank you cruchis and cast, and I wod like sum hed bands, and I wod like clos for my Amracin girle. p.s. how is rodof is he geting laft at eny more? Love, taylor Dear Santa Clause, I have been good this year, for Cristinas I would like a bierbe doll a win doll some cluose a pair of shose a satie of beding high heels and slipers thank you ps. how are the raindeer from Kayla Dear Santa, My wish list is for a motor scooter, ramp for Dirt Bike, little tree, canby cane, Hulk toys, agry Bird games, real candy, mote control car’s. Love,, Kyle Dare Santa how are you and mis clos? I wod like the Amracin girle „ Dear Santa, Can I Please have a iPad Your friend, Abbagail Dear Santa, I WODL Likike a Barbie Shoes shoes. Loye, Cheyenne Anjali Panchai, a Maple Valley foreign exchange student from India, mails her Christmas wish letter to the North Pole at Santa’s mailbox in Nashville’s Central Park. “She is just amazed by everything,” said host par­ ent Sherry Eldridge. Dear Santa. I would like three dia­ mond eye cats. A mom and a dad a baby. Love, Elyce Dear Santa, I would like a scooter. Loye, Alyssa Dear Santa, I wod like a paint ball Gun. Love, Justin Dear Santa, I want a Doll for Crismas. Your friend, Gwen Dear Santa, Can I havese a cat! 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Rental Apartment by the Day, Week or Weekend! ft® piftisato* eligible recipient receives a zero percent non-amortized loan that is forgivable over a five year term at 20 percent per year. Condominium association fees can also qualify for assistance. “Funds are still available to help Eaton County home owners,” z said County Treasurer Bob Robinson. The goal is to prevent avoid­ able foreclosures by helping homeowners get back on solid footing. Those who need help should take action right away.” Homeowners should call Housing Services for Eaton County at 517-541-1180, or Elder Law of Michigan in Lansing at 866-400-9164 for free' counseling assistance. For more information, go the Eaton County treasurer’s website at www.eatoncountytreasurer.org. Attached to Shirley's Chuckwagon Trilli phjrftoMlla those facing foreclosure 107 B Maple Street lll^ fc Dear Santa, Can Please a BrBe? Your friend, Kaitlyn Snow Ball returns Funding still available for New Year’s Eve Participants will begin with a tic-tac-toe card; each square dictating the genre or activity to be completed. Each tictac-toe will earn an entry into the prize drawing to be held April 1. No registration is required, Many Eaton County fami­ and patrons can begin read­ lies are experiencing finan­ ing Tuesday, Jan. 2. More cial difficulty that has result­ information is available on ed in mortgage deficiency. the website To help households get http://vmtlib.michlibrary.org. assistance on delinquent property taxes, the Eaton County treasurer’s office is participating in the Help for Hardest Hit, Step Forward & Nashville Route 66 Michigan program. The pro­ Volunteer Group gram is a partnership with Michigan Homeowner a wants to express our sincere Assistance Nonprofit Thank You to all who participated Housing Corporation, acting and attended the Maple Valley through the Michigan State K' Christmas Parade. Thanks to Housing Development Authority. Two or Three Together for being Help for Hardest Hit, Step hd Warming Station. Forward Michigan assists those who are delinquent on _ Sincere thanks to all who joined in and property taxes. If determined The Holly Trolley, Mr. Dosin and eligible, a one-time payment students for singing and Main Street will be sent directly to the Banquet Hall for being the warming station. county treasurer to pay delin­ Merry Christmas & quent property taxes. The maximum program payment Happy New Year! per household is $30,000. An ^1 Dancing will ensue New Year’s Eve when the annual Snow Ball resumes in the gymnasium of the Kellogg Community Center in Nashville. This free family­ friendly, non-alchohol event will run from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. The Snow Ball is spon­ sored by the Nashville Area Citizens Coalition. Chairperson Shirley Dexter said VooDoo DJs will pro­ vide the music and the NACC group will serve punch and popcorn. Attendees are encouraged to bring a snack to share. Everyone is welcome, but children must be accompa­ nied by parents or adult guardians. Kellogg Community Center is located on 324 Queen St. in Nashville. For more information on the Snow Ball or NACC, call Dexter, 517-852-0276. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 21,2013 — Page 3 Eaton and Ionia counties now have Smart911 available Creating safety profile helps responders by providing specific information Michigan’s 911 Administrator Harriet Miller-Brown recently announced that Smart911, the national public safety service, is now available in Ionia and Eaton counties to enhance the 911 emergency services. Smart911 allows citizens to create safety profiles online that include any infor­ mation about themselves or their households that they want 911 to have in an emer­ gency. When citizens make a 911 call, their profiles are immediately displayed to the 911 call-taker, resulting in far greater emergency response and saved lives. “By bringing Smart911 service to Ionia County, we are giving local residents and visitors the ability to provide potentially life-saving infor­ mation to first responders before an emergency, which is especially important in sit­ uations when the caller is panicked or unable to speak.” said Ionia County Public Safety Director Troy Thomas. When a citizen makes an emergency call, their safety profile is automatically dis­ played to the 911 call taker, allowing them to send the right response teams to the right location with the right information. Responders can be aware ofmany details they would not have known previously, and now fire crews can arrive at a house fire knowing how many peo­ ple live in the home and the location of bedrooms. 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If the citizen has created a safety profile, we can respond to their emergency call with the proper equip­ ment and with a better over­ all awareness,” said Sunfield Fire Chief Tim James. “Those valuable seconds or even minutes we can save by dispatching the appropriate response teams immediately can be lifesaving. We respond to emergency calls in both Eaton and Ionia counties and I am excited to know that We can now be better prepared.” Nationally, about 70 per­ cent of calls to 911 are made from mobile phones, which provide limited location information. Including an exact address in a Smart9H Safety Profile can save time during a response, especially ifthat address is located in a multi-unit building or devel­ opment. Information from a safety profile can also be passed on to responders in the field for more detailed, rapid response. Smart9H is a free service for citizens and is completely secure. Information is only made available to 911 operators when the citizen dials 911 from a number associated with their safety profile. Eaton County Central Dispatch is the public safety communications hub tor Eaton County. Eaton County Public Safety Telecommunicators handle approximately 64,000 911 calls and 111,000 non-emergency calls per year.This equates to just over 89,000 public safety requests for assistance per year. Ionia County Central Dispatch provides dispatch services to all police, fire and EMS departments in Ionia County. In 2012, ICCD telecommunicators handled approximately 99,700 incoming telephone calls. Of those, 23,000 were 911 emergencies and 76,700 were non-emergency calls, equating to over 40,500 dis­ patched calls for service to First Responders. Ionia County Central Dispatch is committed to enhancing the protection of life and proper­ ty for the 64,000 citizens residing in Ionia County by providing efficient, reliable, responsive and professional public safety communica­ tions. “Smart911 is giving citi­ zens the ability to protect themselves and communi­ cate with area public safety agencies in an entirely new way,” said Eaton County Sheriff, Tom Reich. “I am particularly proud to bring Smart911 to our community as it will enhance 911 response initiatives and may even save lives.” Smart911 is currently available in 32 states and more than 400 municipalities across the country, and has been credited with positively impacting emergency out­ comes including a missing child in which the girls photo and physical description were immediately available to 911 and responders, as well as a heart attack victim where an address and med­ ical notes allowed respon­ ders to be dispatched to his location quickly. In Michigan, Smart911 is cur­ rently available in Grand Traverse and Van Buren counties. “When citizens put more information in the hands of emergency responders prior to an emergency, they are enabling faster and more knowledgeable response for themselves and their fami­ lies,” said Tom Axbey, pres­ ident and CEO, Rave Mobile Safety. “Ionia and Eaton County are each demonstrat­ ing their commitment to delivering the most effective emergency services possible to both area citizens.” Rave Mobile Safety is the most trusted software partner tor campus and public safety. Used by leading institutes ot higher education and state and local agencies, the award-winning portfolio ot Rave SafeCampus, Rave Alert, Rave Guardian, Eyewitness, Smart911, Smart9H Connect and SmartPrepare enables mil­ lions to feel safe, secure and connected. Rave Mobile Safety is headquartered in Framingham, Mass. For more information, please visit http://www.ravemobilesafety.com Citizens are encouraged to create their safety profile with Smart911 today to have their information immediate­ ly available to 911. Smart9H data is private and secure, is only used for emer­ gency responses, and only made available to the 911 system in the event of an emergency call. To create a safety profile, visit Smart9H.com and fol­ low instructions. Residents can share as little or as much information as they want. Information on medical con­ ditions, seniors in the home, physical disabilities, and pets and service animals that may be in the home can help first responders, police, fire, and EMS to better serve and pro­ tect. From the Pulpit The best gift of all by Pastor Marc S. Livingston Chester Gospel Church Most readers will be celebrating Christmas in a few days. My best presents this year will come unwrapped. My'wife’s health is getting better daily. My three children, their spouses, and my nine grandchildren will have gath­ ered together by the time you read this. And I get to reflect on how much I am loved by my God. Recently I spoke a message with the title “Why Christmas?” Have you ever wondered about that? The answer to this question can be traced back to the begin­ nings of man on this earth. The Garden of Eden was the epitome of life, but man wasn’t content. He was seduced by Satan and by his own freewill took of something that he was told by God not to eat. Enter into mankind’s life: sin. That sin brought with it an immediate broken rela­ tionship between God and man or woman. Where once they walked and talked together, man nbw ran and hid when he heard God coming. Why Christmas? A broken relationship. That relation­ ship could never be restored by anything manmade. Manmade is at best flawed. Anything that we could do falls short ofGod’s glory. An inch or a mile, it’s still short. Why Christmas? Restoration needed. God had to be the restorer. Back in the Garden of Eden, God made some animal skins to cover man’s nakedness. The covering did not cleanse man from sin; it did what it did — cover it. (Isaiah 64:6, Hebrews 10:3, 4) So what did God do? Because of His great love for us, He makes the impossible into the possible. (For nothing is impossible with God. Luke 1:37) Christmas is the beginning of God’s answer to the need to restore a broken relationship. At the perfect time, God sent His Son Jesus into the world to make a way for us to be redeemed from sin’s penalty. Romans 5:8 says God demonstrated His love for us while we were sinners. Jesus Christ would become the only acceptable sacrifice. The perfect would die for the imperfect. That offering would make a way ofjustification and would once again bring peace (harmony) between God and mankind. The way back began on Christmas morning with the announcement by the angel that a Savior has been bom. That Savior is Christ the Lord. The Christmas gift of life is there to be received and opened, but you alone must receive it and open it. John 3:16 says it best: “For God so loved__(your name)__the world, that He gave His one and only Son, that___(your name)___whoever believes in Him shall not perish , but have eternal life. Why Christmas? Because God loves you. The first Christmas present was wrapped in swaddling clothes and placed in a manger. Receive God’s gift to you. “Today in the town of David a Savior has been bom to you; he is Christ the Lord.” Luke 2:11- Skiing, snowshoeing and sledding nightfests in Grand Ledge Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and sledding are offered in the Ski and Snowshoe Fests at Fitzgerald Park in Grand Ledge. Each night, fests run from 6 to 9 p.m. (weather permitting) on the following Fridays and Saturdays: Dec. 27 and 28, Jan. 17 and 18, Jan. 31 and Feb. 1. Participants can warm up by the wood burning stove at the sledding hill or at the Nature Center. The Nature Center, located at the bottom ofthe sledding hill, will have hot chocolate available. Cross-country ski and snow­ shoe rentals are available on a first-come, first-serve basis at the Fitzgerald Park office. Cost for the event is $2 per person with their own equip­ ment (payable at office) or $5 per person per hour to rent equipment. A picture ID is required for rentals. The motor vehicle entry fee is waived for this event. GETALLTHE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. For more information, call the park office, 517-627­ 7351 or visit the website at www.eatoncounty.org/depart ments/parks. Fitzgerald Park is located in Grand Ledge at 133 Fitzgerald Park Dr. Jack and Judy, along with all oftheir employees want to wish you the Merriest Christmas and d Happy and Prosperous New Year. We hope to serve you with the same cheerfor all ofthe New Year! Thank You, Jack and Judy Closed Christmas Eve at 12 noon; Re-open Dec. 26 at 6:00 a.m. Open New Year s Eve & Day Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! Country Kettle Cafe 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 06829565 �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 21,2013 Eva M. Pennington NASHVILLE, MI - Eva M. Pennington, age 92, of Nashville passed away peace­ fully Friday, December 13, 2013 at Thomapple Manor in Hastings. Eva was bom in Hastings on August 30, 1921, the daughter ofthe late Harry and Etta (Rogers) Boise. She was raised in the Nashville area and attended Quail Trap School through the ninth grade. When Eva was 12 yrs. old she began helping around the family farm cooking and taking care of brothers while her father was away. She was the widow of Clyde Pennington. Clyde and Eva were married on December 18, 1939 in Assyria Township. They made their home in the Nashville area where they raised their family together. Eva enjoyed working and helping on the family farm and often spent her days cooking for groups of work­ ers who would help each and Marilyn (Russ) Misner; 10 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and nine great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde; her son, Albert Curtis; her broth­ ers, Elby, Charlie, Leo, Roy, Ray, and Glen; son in-law, Leo Carroll; her grandson, Ricky Curtis; great grandson Brandon Bumford; and great granddaughter, Heisha Barnhart Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, on Wednesday, 23 years when Clyde passed December 18,2013, with pas­ tor Deano Lamphere officiat­ away in 1962. Interment took place After Clyde passed away, ing. Eva moved to town where she following the luncheon did domestic housework, and Wilcox Cemetery in Maple baby-sat for local families Grove Township. Memorial contributions until she retired. When she began cleaning, her first job can be made to Thomapple The Paul Henry Thornapple Trail is kept clear of snow and is ready for use between was with Eaton Federal Manor in Hastings in memory Vermontville and Nashville. “Use of the trail is increasing,” said Blair Miller, a mem­ Savings Bank. In her later of Eva Pennington ber of the trail association. ‘This is a great spot to walk off those holiday meals in Funeral arrangements have years, Eva enjoyed playing cards, bingo, and visiting been entrusted to the Daniels quiet winter solitude or try out that new mountain bike without getting salt on it.” with her friends at Funeral Home in Nashville. (Photo by Blair Miller) Thomapple Manor. For further details please visit Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Dec. 23 Potato crunch pollock, seasoned potatoes, broccoli, roll,peaches. Tuesday, Dec: 24 COA closed. Christmas Holiday. No Meal Delivery. Wednesday, Dec. 25 COA closed. Merry Christmas. No Meal Delivery. Thursday, Dec. 26 Chicken tenders, macaroni and cheese, com, spinach, applesauce cup. Friday, Dec. 27 Hot dog, potato wedges, green beans, bun, orange. Holiday. No Meal Delivery. Wednesday, Dec. 25 COA closed. Merry Christmas. No Meal Delivety. Thursday, Dec. 26 Frozen meal, must be heat­ ed. Friday, Dec. 27 Tuna salad sandwich, pickled beets, bun, apple­ sauce. Mftifer scenes abound on the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail Smothered pork cutlet, stuffing with gravy, sweet,t potatoes, spinach, cinnamon applesauce. Activities Calendar Monday, Dec. 23 Hastings: Music with Sam; Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Woodland: Skipbo and Shuffleboard. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, Dec. 24 Christmas Eve. COA Closed. Wednesday, Dec. 25 Christmas. COA Closed. Thursday, Dec. 26 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 a.m.; Delton: Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: TV Time. Barber home later housed two doctors This excerptfrom Vermontville’s Heritage sponsored by the Vermontville Historical Society was written in 1986. One ofthe finest homes in Vermontville is the southern colonial at 310 W. Main St., which was built by Homer G. Home Delivered Barber. Mr. Barber was the Hearty Menu second son of Edward Hinman Barber, one of the Monday, Dec. 23 pioneers who arrived in Potato crunch pollock, seasoned potatoes, Brussels 1838. The house has several sprouts, roll, orange. Tuesday, Dec. 24 Georgian pillars and a pilCOA closed. Christmas lared balcony about the Holiday. No Meal Delivery. Friday, porch. The entrance features Home Delivered Wednesday, Dec. 25 Dec. 27 - Hastings: Exercise double doors with a vestibule Cold Menu COA closed. Merry 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m. and a set ofplate-glass doors. Monday, Dec. 23 Christmas. No Meal Woodland: Inside the home are Skipbo and Chicken pasta salad, mari­ Delivery. stained-glass windows, Shuffleboard. nated vegetables, tropical Thursday, Dec. 26 inlaid hardwood floors and a fruit, cookie. . Beans and franks, brocparquet floor in the dining room. The home also has a library, parlor, music room and a den. There are four fireplaces — three Italian marble and another ofbutter­ nut wood and blue tile. Upstairs are five bedrooms and a sewing room. The lawn features a circular drive lead­ ing to a carriage house. 'OufFamify Serving Yours While in the village, Mr. Barber held many offices • Nashville’s Only Family Owned, Independently such as village president, Operated Funeral Home town clerk, justice of the • Fully Staffed Children’s Resource Room peace, school director, • Free Video Tribute • Barrier Free trustee ofthe township board • Ample Parking • Accommodations Up to 300 and trustee of the Congregational church. He Scott A. Daniels also founded the Barber & Family Department Store and the gg (517) 852-9712 Owner/Manager 06815650 Barber State Bank. In 1870, he was elected to the state senate from the 20th District (Eaton and Barry counties). The property remained in the Barber family for several generations. Edward D. Barber (son), his wife and three sons, Keith, Vance and Philip, lived there and were engaged in various business- es described elsewhere in this book. Neil McLaughlin, DDS, purchased the property in 1945. In 1959, Roger Barrette, DO, and his family bought the home and he used part of the house for an office. Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Casteele are the present own­ ers (1986 writing). ‘Dianas DC ace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday — Friday .E. Comer ofM-66 & Thomapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, December 21,2013 — Page 5 CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2014 Jan. 1 Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Jan. 2 Jan. 4 Extension Office closed for Christmas Eve holiday Extension Office closed for Christmas holi­ day Extension Office closed for New Year’s Eve holiday Dec. 24 Dec. 25 Dec. 31 Jan. 6 Jan. 7 Jan. 10 Jan. 10 Extension Office closed for New Year’s holi­ day Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Science & Technology Saturday, 9 a.m., Extension Office, must preregister Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Carpenters bam in Delton, next to the flower shop. 4-H Advisory Council meeting, 7 p.m., MSU Extension office 4-H Market Bird Order due to 4-H leaders Basics of Irrigation Management program, Jan. 13 Identification andcredit missing Credit for a story and photos, along with identification for a photo in the Dec. 14 Maple Valley News were omitted. ittd. 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Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...... ..6 p.m. 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. PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE 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. . I&VP massage therapy 113 N. Main (517) 852-9700 Country Kettle Cafe Santa in last week’s Maple Valley News. Credit for the story and pho pho-­ tos of Santa Claus visiting Vermontville should have been given to Amy Jo Kinyon. Low-priced prescriptions, great coffee & relaxing massage. We'll help you feel belter! flHOMETOVNf J 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Agro-Culture Liquid Fertlizers, St. Johns Rabbit Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Extension office 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 School 10: 00 Church Service 11: 00 Fellowship 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, * . Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship................................9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday Schoo .... 10 a.m. A.M. Service 1:15 a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY Delivery Available • We Rent Tuxes not let any useful talent go to waste. While some gifts are deemed to be "higher” than others, we should remember that every gift has its place in the well-integrated community. Prophets and preachers may be more edifying than helpers and administrators, but every church needs its helpers and administrators to function smoothly. We should reflect on our spiritual gifts and how we can develop them to maximize our contribution to our church and the larger body of Christ 234 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9224 • 517-852-1691 CINDY HEINSEN, OWNER 517-852-9100 501 N. Main (M-66) • Nashville, Ml -Christopher Simon A Nashville Destination! QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School............................ 9:45 A.M. Service.................................... 11 P.M. Service...................................... 6 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 GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-852-2043 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 . W.orship . M-79 West 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road SIMPLY THE BEST! ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .............. 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 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 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-726-0526 WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800033 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 21,2013 Frigid temperatures greet Nashville for the annual Christmas parade The Christmas Parade in Nashville is joined by representatives of Historic Charlton Park- Warming her hands on a blustery 20-degree day, Elizabeth Wetzel, the 2013 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival queen, rides atop a fire truck in the Christmas parade in Nashville Saturday. The Maple Valley Marching Lions play in the cold dur­ ing the annual Christmas parade in Nashville. Frosty the Snowman is delighted with the 20-degree weather during the annual Christmas parade in Nashville. The Maple Valley Marching Lions don Santa hats to keep ears from freezing at the Christmas parade Saturday. Here come the trumpets — the Maple Valley Marching Lions under the direction of Dennis Vanderhoef play to onlookers Saturday during the Christmas parade in Nashville. Foreign exchange students braye the frigid temperatures to march in the annual Christmas parade in Nashville Saturday. The gymnasium at the Kellogg Community Center was brimming with vendors and their wares for the sec­ ond annual Village Christmas Craft Show Saturday. The Nashville Area Citizens Coalition sponsors this event along with a bake sale and visits with Santa Claus. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, December 21,2013 — Page 7 The Maple Valley Marching Lions play in bitter cold temperatures during the Christmas parade. Huddling from the cold, this group of girls wave to onlookers in the annual Christmas parade Saturday. SERVING OUR COUNTRY Ian Hunt Army National Guard Pvt. Ian A. Hunt has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, Hunt studied the Army mission, history, tradi­ tion, core values and physi­ cal fitness and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice sys­ tem, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. Hunt is a 2013 graduate of Maple Valley High School. He is the son of Carrie Hunt of Nashville. Regan Burns has selectecMhe perfect outfit-for her doll at the Village Christmas Craft Show held on Saturday. BOND, continued from page 1 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 last time taxpayers passed a bond was in 1996. The district’s current millage rate of 2.9 mils is the lowest of 10 neighboring districts which include Hastings, Bellevue, Olivet, Charlotte, Potterville, Grand Ledge, Lakewood, ThomappleKellogg, Delton-Kellogg and Pennfield. Student counts for Maple Valley reveal startling declines in enrollment, as shared by McDonald at Tuesday’s meeting. After relating that the district totaled 1,604 students in 1992 and then dropped to 1,463 students in 2007 before clocking in at the cur­ rent 1,134 students, McDonald tied those num­ bers to the bond proposal’s purpose in his concluding statement. “There is no doubt why kids are leaving,” McDonald told the board. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads! Please note our special HOLIDAY HOURS; 1 pm Wednesday, December 25th Christmas Day - CLOSED HastingsCityBank.com Hastings City Bank Member FDIC ‘ ATM and Online Banking is available 24 Hours a Day! I 0QUf| 7 Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. P.O. 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Publishers of: Tuesday, December 24th Christmas Eve - Close at Have a Printing Need? - ■Hastings Banner •Hastings Reminder • Sun & News •Lakewood News • Maple Valley News •Marshall Chronicle & Community Advisor •Battle Creek Shopper • Lowell Ledger & Buyers' Guide To contact one ofour Printing Specialists Call: Phone (269) 945-9554 Fax (269) 945-5192 �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, December 21, 2013 Seniors defeat firefighters to win donkey basketball tourney New bill would increase secrecy, put more money into politics An open, honest and accountable government is what people expect and should receive. However, with the recent passage of Senate Bill 661 we continue to move in the opposite direction. The bill doubles the amount of money which can be given to candidates running for elected office and which can be spent on controversial, “issue ads” which maintain the secrecy of the person who paid for it. Michigan’s Secretary of State had recently stated her intent to increase transparen­ cy and disclosure in cam­ paigns. The rule change she was asking for would require the name of the person who is paying for an issue ad be specified in that advertise­ ment. After the secretary of state’s announcement, Senate Bill 661 was amend­ ed in the Senate to include wording that would prohibit such a change so that secrecy in issues ads can continue. No wonder there are so many lies and misleading information given to the pub­ lic — no one is accountable. The public has lost its faith in the campaign process with good reason. What we need is less money in politics — not more. My office attempted to amend the bill on the House floor to not only eliminate the new campaign limits but to also cut the current maxi­ mums in half. The amend­ ment, sadly, was gaveled down without a vote. I could not support Senate Bill 661 because of the pro­ visions in it that thwart trans­ parency and puts more money into politics. Keeping donors secret threatens the integrity of elections and heightens the power of money in politics. The bill, however, passed both the House and the Senate and is awaiting the governor’s signature. The winning team for this year's Donkey Basketball includes (front) Cathleen Seaton, (back, from left) Zach Pixley, Tad Mead, Kaylie Clark and Tyler Kerjes. (Missing from the photo is Kristin Primm.) Jadelyn Stewart, Will Gragg, Representing the seniors by Travis Rockwell Reid, Meghan were Kristin Primm, Zach Maple Valley FFA Reporter Colyn Maple Valley FFA put on Bignail, Taylor Lamance, Pixley, Kaylie Clark, Tyler its annual Donkey Basketball Allie Chanjbers and Sam Keijes, Cathleen Seaton and Tournament Dec. 5 in the Davis. The firefighters team Tad Mead. In the consolation game, Maple Valley High School consisted of Jeff Wetzel, Gym. This year’s contest Josh Wetzel, Dakota Wetzel, the juniors defeated the com­ featured four teams with four Andy Pierson, Austin Tobias munity team 4-0. In the final game, the fire­ players per team. Players and Dan Flory. In the second game, the fighters and the seniors had to be on a donkey to shoot the ball and also had to seniors of Maple Valley played it out, with the seniors either be seated or pass the competed against local busi­ winning 4-0 due tb a techni­ ball to someone who was ness representatives. The cal foul by the firemen. “The game was a lot of fun seated. Most players ended seniors came out ahead in up on the floor more often this contest 2-0. The commu­ and drew a good crowd, than they were on the don- nity members consisted of which gained- the FFA chap­ Emily Eldred of Duey’s ter approximately $525,” Beware of bargains from key. In the first game, the Comer, Shauna Swantek of said Advisor Aaron Saari. companies with whom you Maple Valley FFA mem­ are unfamiliar—if it sounds Maple Valley juniors went Putnam District Library, too good to be true, it proba- against a group of local fire- Kenny Christopher of Carl’s bers appreciate all who took bly is. fighters. The juniors were Supermarket, and Crystal part in the game, whether Use secure websites for defeated 10-0. The juniors McDonald and Kevin Rost, riding a donkey or laughing purchases. Look for the icon team was comprised of both, of Citizens Elevator. in the stands. of a locked padlock at the bottom of the screen or “https” in the URL address. Lastly, shop with companies you know and trust. Check for background information when planning to buy from a new or unfamiliar company. Contact information by Brett Bremer “We knew that they didn’t and 12 boards from Austin The Eaton County go deep on the bench and the Gonser. Sports Editor Sheriff’s Department has. a The Lions weren’t going to other players that were on the Micah Bromley, Anthony Crime Tips Line. To access call, 517-543-5433 or online let the Rams’ stars beat them.court were not a threat com-Mahler and Andrew Brighton Maple Valley’s varsity pared to Bom and Douglas, led the defensive charge a t boys’ basketball team so we kind ofplayed 5-on-2,” against Bom, and Martinezcrimetips@eatoncounty.org The sheriff’s office offers improved to 3-0 overall and Ewing said. “We took all five Fernandez and Beau Johnson these sites for more informa- 2-0 in the Kalamazoo Valley guys and we guarded two got the job done against tion, crimemapping.com - Association by knocking off guys and we just let the other Douglas in the post. MobilePatrol Phone App — visiting Galesburg-Augusta guys shoot the ball all they The Rams threw some 38-31 Tuesday. wanted.” solid defensive pressure at the Nixie Galesburg-Augusta’s Despite scoring just two Lions as well, and Maple eatoncounty.org/departJordan Bom scored the first points in the second quarter, Valley struggled to shoot the ments/office-of-the-sheriff. For up to the minute basket of the game, but just the Lions led 14-13 at the basketball. The focus in pracupdates visit us on Facebook went 2-of-5 from the foul line half, then picked things up in tice since Tuesday was about the rest of the night to finish the second half. They took taking advantage of scoring and Twitter. Visit Smart911.com and with just four points. Austin control ofthe game with a 12- opportunities. The Lions’ Friday night update information that Douglas led Galesburg- 5 run in the third quarter. Augusta with 15 points, but Andrew Brighton led the contest with Parchment was could help save a life. Lion head coach Christopher Lions with 16 points 7 postponed. They will be back Ewing said most of those rebounds, 5 steals. Luis in action Jan. 3 at Kalamazoo Yours in public safety, came in the fourth quarter, Martinez-Fernandez added Christian. Sheriff Tom Reich when his team’s focus was ten points and ten rebounds. waning a bit. The Lions also got six points Eaton County Sheriff’s Office News Shopping safety The Eaton County Sheriff’s Office and the National Crime Prevention Council reminds last-minute holiday shoppers to keep safety in mind as they hunt for those last-minute bar­ gains. When shopping in stores: • Do not buy more than you can cany. Plan ahead by taking a friend to assist or ask a store employee to help cany packages to the car. • Save all receipts. Print and save all confirmations from online purchases. Start a file folder to keep all receipts together and to help verify credit card or bank statements as they come in. • Consider alternate options to pay for merchan­ dise, such as one-time or multiuse disposable credit cards or money orders, at online stores and auction sites. • Wait until asked before taking out your credit card or checkbook. An enterprising thief would love to shoulder surf to get your account information. • Tell a security guard or store employee if you see an unattended bag or package. Walking to and from your car To deter pickpockets, cany a purse close to the body or a wallet inside a coat or front trouser pocket. Have your keys in hand when approaching your vehicle. Check the back seat and around the car before getting in. Do not leave packages visible in car .windows; lock them in the trunk or, ifpossi­ ble or take them directly home. Shopping with small children If you are shopping with children, make a plan in case you are separated from each other. Select a central meet­ ing place and teach them to ask mall personnel or store security employees for help. When shopping online Before surfing the Internet, secure personal computers by updating secu­ rity software. Computers should have anti-virus, anti­ spyware, and anti-spam soft­ ware, as well as a good fire­ wall installed. Keep personal information private and passwords secure. Do not respond to requests to verify a password or give credit card informa­ tion unless you initiated the contact. Legitimate business­ es will not contact ybu in this manner. Lions shut down Rams’ top threats, improve mark to 3-0 Call for Maple Valiev classified ads Phone 945-9554 orl-800-870-7085 any time! �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 2.1,2013 — Page 9 Skimming devices steal credit card information by Bonnie Mattson Staff Writer Skimming isn’t just for cream anymore. Thieves are using skimming devices to steal credit card information at an alarming rate. While currently it is a crime to steal someone’s identity, owning a card­ skimming device is not ille­ gal. Hundreds of listings online are selling thfem for anywhere from $50 to $600. The devices can be installed inside or outside a gas pump and record the numbers as patrons pay for their fuel. The devices, often a small magnetic strip attached to the machine, usually go unno­ ticed. Automatic teller machines are also susceptible to skim­ ming. Tiny remote cameras have been used in some cases to capture personal identification numbers of debit card users. More advanced skimmers use wireless technology to intercept signals some gas stations use to transmit card data from the pumps to their central computers. This way, the scammers can lurk in cars nearby and download card information to a laptop. Free-roaming crooks can then use the card information in the skimming devices to make fraudulent purchases. State Rep. Mike Callton was recently a victim of this card-skimming practice. On a trip through Howell, he stopped for gas and used his credit card at the pump, something he said he rarely does. A few days later, the cred­ it card company called him to question an $1,100 charge from a marine supply com­ pany. The transaction was declined, because the pur­ chaser could not provide an expiration date. Minutes later, another attempted pur­ chase was made at an online construction company. Callton confirmed that he did not initiate either transaction. Since his credit card was still Call any time lor Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. nuaoy/yayayaoaya op or unit in his wallet, he knew that someone had stolen his cred­ it card number. He hadn’t used the card that week, other than at the gas station, which led him to believe that the gas pump he used may have had a card skimming device installed. Electronic payments expert Richard Crone, CEO of Crone Consulting LLC reports that of the 1.36 mil­ lion gas pumps in the United States, it is estimated that 700,000 accept pay-at-thepump. Not one of those pumps is secure against skimming. Callton has authored a bill, HR 5052, that establish­ es penalties for those caught in possession of a card skim­ ming device. The bill was introduced in October, and has passed both the House LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Douglas S. Haddix and Joanna K. Haddix, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Ally Bank Corp, f/k/a GMAC Bank, its suc­ cessors or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 15, 2011 and recorded February 24, 2011 in Instrument Number 201102240001769, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mort­ gage is now held by Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of SeventyOne Thousand Eight Hundred Eight and 51/100 Dollars ($71,808.51) including interest at 4.5% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County., Michigan at 1:00 PM on JANUARY 23, 2014. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The following described premis­ es situated in the City of Hastings, County of Barry and State of Michigan to wit:Lot 3 and the East 1/2 of Lot 4, Block 15, Eastern Addition of the Village (now City) of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, 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. If the property is sold at foreclo­ sure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. Dated: December 21,2013 Orlans Associates, PC.. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 13-014855 (12-21 )(01-11) 06829380 and the Senate. It now awaits the governor’s signature. “I feel fortunate that my credit card company was on alert and the purchases were not completed,” said Callton. “If I had used a debit card instead of a credit card, I could have been out $2,800 bucks, and right at the peak of holiday shopping.” Callton said he will keep pushing until bills that pro- LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Chris Parker, a married man and Lee Ann Parker, his wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's' successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 20, 2008 and recorded April 4, 2008 in Instrument Number 20080404-0003741, Barry Coun­ ty Records, Michigan. Said mort­ gage is now held by Wells FargoBank, NA by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Three and 39/100 Dollars ($170,643.39) including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County., Michigan at 1:00 PM oh JANUARY 9, 2014. Said premises are located in the Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Land situated in the Township of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows: A parcel of land in the Southwest one-quarter of Section 31, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry Coun­ ty, Michigan, described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of said Section 31, which lies due East 1119.90 feet from the Southwest comer of said Section 31; thence due North 242.00 feet; thence due East 200.00 feet; thence due South 242.00 feet; thence due West 200.00 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 §600.3241 a, 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. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant* to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. Dated: December 7, 2013 Orlans Associates, P.C.. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 13-015292 (12-07)(12-28) 06827747 hibit card skimmers are passed and signed into law. In the meantime, he urges everyone to use caution, especially during the holi­ days, when making purchas- LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mort­ gage made on April 28, 2006, by Tony L. Calhoun, a single man, and Roberta L. Groner, a single woman, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on May 1, 2006, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michi­ gan, in Instrument Number 1163861, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dat­ ed April 21, 2011, recorded on May 4, 2011, in Instrument Num­ ber 201105040004743, Barry County Records, on which Mort­ gage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Six Thousand Two Hun­ dred Sixteen and 99/100 Dollars ($246,216.99); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, Jan­ uary 16, 2014 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry Coun­ ty Courthouse in Hastings, Michi­ gan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mort­ gage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: The South 9 rods of the following described property; beginning 90.5 rods West and 36 rods North of the Center of Section 5, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, thence North 44 rods, thence East 24.5 rods, thence South 44 rods, thence West 24.5 rods to the place of beginning, except the North 100 feet thereof, Barry Township. Commonly known as: 10381 Brickyard Rd., Delton Michigan 49046 Parcel Number: 08-03-005-033-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for dam­ aging the property during the redemption period. Dated: December 5, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mort­ gagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (12-14)(01-04) 09828438 es at stand-alone machines that utilize financial informa­ tion. LEGAL NOTICE AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT AND ANY INFOR­ MATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jeffrey Vanoverloop and Jennifer Vanoverloop, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc (MERS) as nominee for Countrywide Home Loans Inc dba America's Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated the 14th day of May, 2007 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 21st day of May, 2007 in Liber Instrument No. 1180772 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to Green Tree Servicing LLC on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of One Hundred Twenty Six Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty Three & 96/100 ($126,833.96), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part there­ of. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 23rd day of January, 2014 at 1:00 PM o’clock Local Time, said mort­ gage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Ml (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be neces­ sary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 7.00% 4.625 per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premis­ es are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all struc­ tures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, sit­ uated in the Village of Prairieville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as fol­ lows, to wit: Lot 50, Supervisor's Plat of the Village of Prairieville, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 74, Barry County Records. During the six (6) months imme­ diately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days imme­ diately following the sale. Pursuant to MCLA 600.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for dam­ aging the property during the redemption period. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagee or * the Mortgagee’s attorney Dated: 12/21/2013 Green Tree Servicing LLC Mortgagee FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Green Tree Servicing LLC 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362­ 2600 GTSD FNMA Vanoverloop (12-21)(01-11) 06829550 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on October 31, 2003, by Gary E. Roberts, a sin­ gle- man, as Mortgagor, given by him to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on October 31, 2003, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1116824, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated November 22, 2011, recorded on November 28, 2011, in Instrument Number 201111280011086, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum qf One Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-Five and 10/100 Dollars ($122,375.10); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, January 16, 2014 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE CITY OF HAST­ INGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Lot 21 of Lake View Park, accord­ ing to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats on page 63. Also, that part of land immediately North of Lot 21 consisting of a portion of the South 1/2 of what was formerly Shady Lane, which has now been vacated. Also, starting at the Northeast comer of said Lot 21; thence North 76.25 degrees East 12 feet; thence South to a point 11.50 feet East of the Southeast comer of said Lot 21; thence West to said Southeast corner of Lot 21; thence North to starting point. Also including: Reserving right of way across latter description for access to highway. Also convey­ ing a right of way across a strip of land immediately East of Lot 12 being 6 feet wide at the North end and 6.5 feet wide at the South end. Being the West part of what was formerly North walk, recently vacated. Commonly Known As: 11031 Hastings Point, Middleville, Michigan 49333 Tax Parcel Number: 08-16-120-001­ 00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held respon­ sible to the person whp buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for dam­ aging the property during the redemption period. Dated: December 11, *2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (12-14)(01-04> 06828902 �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised tn the Maple Valley News" Saturday, December 21,2013 Nashville memories of Guy W. Howell This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News Dec. 20, J983. She wrote: Last May in this column, we pre­ sented a three-part series of boyhood recollections writ­ ten by Guy W. Howell about his growing-up days in Nashville. The stories were such a hit with our readers that we encouraged Howell to continue the writing proj­ ect. Today we are pleased to publish the first installment ofhis second edition. Parts two and three will appear in the next two issues of the Maple Valley News. Howell, who spent most ofhis adult life in the South and Southwest, now lives at Tucson, Ariz. Last summer he made hisfirst return trip here in 40 years — but he has kept in touch with his hometown via the News. We are indebted to himfor shar­ ing these memories with us.) Ice skating My first pair of ice skates were size 10 club skates. When I put them on my shoes, the front clamps bare­ ly caught in my shoe soles. A lever activated the clamps both front and back. My folks wouldn’t let me go on the river, so I practiced on the sidewalk close to our place. The sidewalk ended at our lot line. I reckon maybe there was a stretch of about 15 or 20 feet on the end of the walk that became very packed and hard. 1 learned to skate there. Those skate run­ ners were about one-quarter inch wide. The next Christmas, my At Lentz Table Factory, Nashville’s major employer of that era, Guy Howell found work when he left school in 1933. He earned 20 cents per hour working 10 hour days as a filler in the finishing department on the second floor. Memories of the Past folks gave me a pair ofhock­ ey skates which were the right size. One day I was skating at a pretty good clip when one ofmy shoes pulled out ofthe clamp, and I took a father nasty spill. That night I found some short carriage bolts, drilled a hole in the bottom ofthe shoes front and back, under the insole, and bolted the skates to my shoes. I had no more trouble with clamps pulling loose. A group of us would go DOBBIN'S ACOelco COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE CENTER Your Local GM Automotive Specialists LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON M-79 Our Diagnostic Computer Software is Compatible With All Makes & Models 945-0191 945-019 JEFF D OBBINS AATTO SERVICE, INC. Owner, Jeff Dobbin, ASE Master Technician Over 20 years experience 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE Guy Howell is seen with his mother, Florence, shortly after returning from one of his summer jaunts to visit her relatives in Alabama. Young Howell hitch-hiked south and worked in cotton fields there. down to the river and shovel snow off ofthe ice into piles. When we skated at night, we set lanterns on the piles to give us light. We would also try (in the daytime) to jump over one of the piles. I remember one of my scout­ masters who got a long start to jump over one ofthe piles. The toes of his skates hit the pile. He sprawled on the pile and slid over it. Another time, a few of us boys skated as far as the Vermontville bridge and back. In the early winter, a neighbor of ours, Emmett Gibson, who had several children, would go out to the country dump with an ax and test the thickness ofthe ice to see if it was safe. He was the official authority on the thickness of the ice. If he said it was safe, we skated, but if he said it wasn’t safe, we stayed off the ice. I got a pair ofroller skates On a a farm near near Thornapple Lake, Ransom Howell poses near a corn shock typical of those har­ vested by his son Guy for five cents each more than 50 years ago. At the time, the lived and at the old Cole Howells worked resort hotel near the lake. SCHOOLS OF CHOICE Maple Valley provides: • Safe Schools • Caring Student-Centered Teachers • Full Curricular and Extra Curricular Offerings • State-of-the-Art Technology • Award winning Agriculture program • Maple Valley Pathways High School (Alternative/Adult/Virtual) • Comprehensive Vo-ed Business programs • Woods / Manufacturing / Sawmill (operating) • PE K-12 • Band 6-12, award winning • Musical/Drama/Choir, award winning • Computers K-12 • Personal Mastery Learning Model K-5 • Elementary Music • Access dual enrollment • Variety AP courses • Multiple electives, plus hun­ dreds through virtual schools We are now accepting Schools of Choice applications for the 2013-2014 school year 2nd semester Enrollment is available for all grades K-12 and in the Maple Valley Pathways High School. Residents of Eaton, Barry, Calhoun, Ionia or Ingham County Intermediate Schooll 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 in Maple 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. Applications will be accepted until Monday, January 6, 2014. Tuesday, January 21,2014 is the first day of second semester. For enrollment information, call 517/852-9699 m when I was in grade school and we skated all over town. Occasionally one of our teachers would get up a whole party of us at night and we would skate until about 9 o’clock. Then we would go to Diamante’s Ice Cream Parlor. If the weather was warm, we’d have ice cream. If it was chilly or cold, we’d have hot choco­ late. When my folks moved to the hotel at Thornapple Lake, I worked for awhile at the skating rink, helping to keep the skates in good con­ dition. I also worked on var­ ious farms around Nashville. Shocking corn A friend and I would arm ourselves with com cutters and go from farm to farm cutting and shocking com. I liked the check row planting the best. We would leave four stalks in a square, uncut, bend them over comerwise and tie them into a saddle. Then we cut 64 hills of com in a large square and stacked them against the saddle. A com leafwrapped around the top of the stalks held the stack in place. We were paid five cents per shock for this work, but we could make quite a bit of money in a day’s time. It didn’t take long to set up a shock. It took longer on the drilled com. Occasionally, in the win­ ter, we would go to some of the farms and tear the shocks apart. Then, using our husk­ ing pegs, we’d shuck out the com and put it in a pile on the ground, and then set the shock up over the pile again. The farmer could then haul the com in when he had a chance. The corn stalks would be hauled to the barn­ lot and scattered for the cat­ tle to feed on. One night, another friend and 1 were hiking along a country road not far from town when we heard a rustling noise out in a corn­ field. My friend said it sounded like a raccoon after some com. We decided to go home for our shotguns and come back after Mr. Coon. When we got back, we eased out into the field. We could see pretty well, as the moon was full. We’d gotten almost to where the noise was com­ ing from, when a fellow stood up and said, “Don’t shoot. I’m just shucking com.” He was a local man, doing as we had done many times. So we didn’t get a coon that night. Circus adventure Occasionally, a circus came to town. I remember one time it was Hagenbach and Wallace. I think they had two elephants. We watched them being taken to the river for a bath. They waded into the water and squirted each other with water they had drawn up into their trunks. We boys vied with each other for the job of carrying water to them during their stay in Nashville, for which we received passes for the performance. One time my dad and I went to Battle Creek when Ringling Bros, and Barnum and Bailey Circus was due to arrive. We stayed at my aunt’s place and went down between 3 and 4 a.m. to watch the circus unload. The train came in on the Grand Trunk Western Railroad It was quite an experience. The caged animals were pulled by horses. There was one bad mud hole on the way to the circus grounds. They had an elephant stationed there to help the wagons through. When the-wagon containing the hippopotamus came along, the elephant swung in behind it. As he was going Continued next page . Wants to thank: Maple Valley BUGS; Carl’s Supermarket; Courtside; Good Time Pizza; Jeff Little; Darren Fisher; Nashville Baptist Church; our vendors and our volunteers who supported our Christmas Craft Show You are all great! 7/car.' �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, December 21,2013 — Page 11 From previous page ’aitaiiku! n® Vi- itylhst ■ik Itteu^ >‘*i iskkiiin ria •■Will trx •emriiwsiit Iskte sttofaE ■t> bshalfc ikiCrani ff-a eaii ■« i itj®-'®'- _ uotiiikW j, ifSJ-'®'1'’ '* hkk’8*1^ kW**2 ** along, a man in the crowd hollered to the elephant driv­ er and told him the ele­ phant’s head was two or three inches from touching the wagon. The driver looked down and immediately hooked him on the ear. The elephant closed the gap and started pushing. It was really interesting to watch a big cir­ cus like that unload. Boating on the Thornapple River Occasionally I would bor­ row a rowboat and go boat­ ing on the Thomapple River. A young man who lived near us had a canoe on the river. Sometimes, I would borrow that and go way up the river as far as the Vermontville bridge. There was one real straight stretch that we came to quite suddenly, just around a bend. Just as we got around the bend, we saw a hornets’ nest hanging in a tree close to the bend. We always hurriedly pulled over to the other side of the river. They were baldfaced hor­ nets, and it was wise to give them room — lots of it. One day, one of the fel­ lows who had an old motor launch took four or five of us up the river. We got into some pretty shallow water and scraped over a log. We got out of that, but on the way back, the boat suddenly left the channel and shot off into the weeds. We thought the owner was playing a prank on us and told him so, but he said no. After leaning over and feeling the rudder, he said the metal strap that ran along the bottom of the boat at the back had come off, due to scraping the log, and was hanging down, fas­ tened to the rudder by pnly a cotter pin. There was a one by six inch board in the launch, so one of us sat clear in the back to steer, and the rest ofus also crowded to the back end. When we got back into the channel, the owner gave the engine full throttle. We had a wall of water behind us and the bow was real high. We got home safe­ ly, however. Cutting wood I remember cutting wood on shares in the winter time. A friend and I used to go out into the woods and cut. He would borrow his dad’s Model T Ford and we would set out. One place we cut at was off of M-79, near Oversmith Hill. We’d turn off onto a small road, drive back in a few miles and pull into the woods. We, used axes and a six-foot crosscut saw. We felled the trees, trimmed off the limbs, cut them into 18-inch blocks, then split and piled the wood. Usually the farmer would pay us for our share and keep all'the wood. We carried sandwiches and Thermoses of coffee for lunch. When lunch time came, we’d crank up the Model T and put the sand­ wiches on the engine block to thaw and warm. One evening, when we started home, we got to where the road climbed up to M-79. It was pretty steep, and when we got about halfway up, the low band gave out. We backed down and tried again, but no go, so we turned around. The low band worked fairly well on the level, so we started toward the other highway. I’m not certain now, but I believe it was M-66. Every time we came to a hill, we would turn around and back up, turn around on top and head for the highway again. It was 9 p.m. when we final­ ly got home. The low band was promptly replaced. Factory work I got out of school in 1933 and went to work at the Lentz Table Factory. My dad and brother worked there. I was making 20 cents per hour, 10 hours a day, and usually five and a half days per week. I worked on the second floor, in the finishing department, as a filler. We t would mix a filling solution, brush it on the furniture and wipe it with tow, which is the same material that tow, or gunny sacks are made of. This would leave the furni­ ture clean, but pores of the wood would be filled. Then it went to the glazing depart­ ment, where an oilwiglaze was brush,ed on and gped with rags to bring out the high­ lights and dark places on the furniture. I worked in that department also for awhile. In 1934, I hitch-hiked to Alabama, where my mother was bom and raised. When I returned in the fall, I went to Lou Lentz and asked for a job. “Your number is still on the time clock, “ he said. “Punch in and go to work.” I believe my number was 143. (To be continued...) Galesburg girls score a lopsided win over Lions Guilford snags a trophy Wrestling club has five wins in Kentwood The members ofthe Maple Valley Wrestling Club who took part in a MYWA tour­ nament at Kentwood last weekend had some success. Jesse Brumm, Brumm, Gavin Bartley, Clay Clay Flower, Chandler Murton and Franklin Ulrich all won their divisions. Gage Ertman and David Hosack-Frizzell placed sec­ ond. Cayden Scott placed 4th. Valley cheer team places 11th at OCCAM Invitational Maple Valley’s varsity competitive cheer team finished 11th at Saturday’s CCCAM cholarship Invitational hosted by Lansing Waverly. girls Maple Valley’s scored a 180.6 in round one, a 722.90, Mason 699.22, Vandercook Lake 666.42 Lansing Catholic 644.22 ,, Concord 619.30, Jackson Northwest 610.72, Owosso 603.66, St. Louis 572.20, Leslie 566.66, Maple Valley 546.90, Grand Ledge 373.26 146.80 in round two and then and Waverly 351.16. added a 219.5 in round three. Brighton won the day’s championship with a score of 728.90. Brighton had the top score in each of the first two rounds, a 222.9 in round one and a 216.60 in round two. The day’s best round three score was turned in by Michigan Center, a 293.7. OFFERING COMPLETE Brighton finished the day WATER & WELL with a score of 728.90, fol­ DRILLING & PUMP lowed by Michigan Center EWING WELL DRILLING INC. Account Executive Wanted For Rent Free Heat to Keep You Must be a team player, handle fast pace and deadlines! Nashville Park Apts 1018 Reed St., Nashville Friendly Elderly Community Great Community Room for Your Holiday Activities! 62+/disabled any age • Rent Based on Income TDD: 800-649-3777 Equal Housing Opportunity Barrier Free Units Available This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer Call Today! 517-852-9113 We have an immediate opening for an outgoing Account Executive who would like to be part of a very exciting and growing publication. 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VERMONTVILLE | § Now accepting MasterCard & Visa MANPOWER of Hastings located at 725 W State Street - Hastings, Ml (Across from K-Mart parking lot) �Page 12 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, December 21,2013 CHRISTMAS, continued from page 1 Fuller Street Elementary teacher Shannon Powers shows Kelsey Fust the features of a handmade windmill. respective country’s attire, played background music that reflected the native cul­ tures. Snacks, representing the various countries, were served to introduce the stu­ dents to new flavors. As families entered the school, they were greeted by helpers who issued pass­ ports. “My job is to stamp their passports,” said Kayli Hansen, 10, a student in Erin Beasley’s class. She learned to say “Merry Christmas” in Dutch and “Hello. How are you?” in German. She greeted guests with those phrases. Children in Shannon Powers’ room were making windmills representing Holland. Malva pudding was served in “South Africa.” Children lined up to try the fare. Kindergartner Ariel Kenyon tours “Holland” for the second annual Christmas Around the World. Dressed in native Mexican attire, first grade teacher Tammi King describes features of Mexico to students Jakeb McDonald, age 6, displays the flag of Holland as he tours countries in the Christmas Around the World during a Christmas Around the World event. event at Fuller Street Elementary. Tammi King and Mary Keeley took families on a tour of “Mexico.” King introduced musical instru- raised “scales” that make a sound when scraped. 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Maple Valley wrestlers split with two future league foes Maple Valley’s varsity wrestling team got a look at two future league rivals Wednesday, and earned a split in the tri at Stockbridge. The Lions topped the host Panthers 41-30 and fell to Lakewood 59-16. Matt Reid at 130 pounds, Travis Franks at 171 and Zack Rosenberger at 285 were all 2-0 on the evening for the Lions. • Boiler Installation and Service Addison Shank, a first grade student at Fuller Street Elementary, poses with a flag she has colored. Nashville (517) 852-9565 § Reid scored a pair of pins, sticking Lakewood’s Brian Hamilton in 1 minute and 2 seconds and Stockbridge’s AJ Best in 1:06. Franks pinned Stockbridge’s Brandon Schotthoefer- in 2:53 and earned a 10-0 victo­ ry over Lakewood’s Blake Lubbers. Rosenberger topped Lakewood Gabe" Bowen 7-2, and won his match against Stockbridge by forfeit. Stockbridge forfeited four matches to the Lions, also giving wins to Austin Creller at 215 pounds, Zach Pixley at 152 and Nathan Baird at 103. Donavon George at 112 pounds earned the Lions’ other six points in the dual with the Panthers, pinning Maria Hoard in 3:49. Sam Bonney added a win for the Lions in the dual with Lakewood, topping Gordon Mann in the 125-pound bout 6-0. The Lions went 1-4 last Saturday at the Dansville duals, topping the host Aggies 45-30. The Lions fell 36-33 to Gross Point South, 65-18 to Linden, 52-18 to Perry and 48-30 to Pickney. Franks (171 pounds) and Cole Decker (189) were both 4-0 on the day to lead the Lions. Rosenberger (285) was 3-0. Maple Valley also got three wins each from Baird at 103 pounds and Pixley at 152. The Lions host the Jesse Snow Memorial invitational today (Dec. 21). Lion coach Tony Wawiemia like the improve­ ments that showed through at the invitiational at at Wednesday’s trio. “We’ve had good prac­ tices this week and hopefully we will preform better this year in the tournament,” Wawiemia said. The Lions are at Martin for a tournament Satuday, Dec. 28. After that competi­ tion, the Lions will be off until they open the Kalamazoo Valley Association season Jan. 8 at Schoolcraft. Call tor classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-12-28_part_1.pdf f8eb70a3cc5b581c41a9002c16e3390a PDF Text Text n ewsa Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 141-No. 52, December 28, 2013 A local paper oftoday! A storm to remember Brush pick-up begins next week by Shari Carney Staff Writer Years from now people will recall the ice storm of 2013 when less than an inch of rain in combination with freezing temperatures creat­ ed power outages for thou­ sands Saturday. Most have had their power restored but there are still residents in Vermontville and outlying areas without power. The following numbers of those affected are from the Tri-County Electric Home Works Facebook page. Neighboring utilities report­ ed the following outages as of Dec. 22: DTE 119,000; Consumers Energy 174,000; Laasing Board of Water and Light 35,000, Great Lakes Energy, 3,200 and Tri­ County Electric 12,000. Performing a balancing act is this branch perched in “It wasn’t a record by any a power line south of Nashville on M-66. means,” said meteorologist Dave Mclntyer who runs a National Weather Service climatological station in “This has been really inconvenient Hastings. “The rain fell as for all of us and I understand that liquid but there was very lit­ tle wind and it accumulated but in perspective many of our service very quickly up to a half an men and women don’t even have these inch or more on trees, services, and then there’s the branches and other surfaces. homeless ... I guess I’m pretty lucky.” It was the weight of the ice on the trees and limbs that caused them to fall and to Michelle Pixley, Maple Grove township take out power lines.” MacIntyre said crews frpm 11 states and This deck on the corner of Middle and Washington Streets in Nashville takes a beating when ice laden tree branches attack. (Photo by Nick Iszler) A downed wire and a crushed fence are the results of an ice storm which pummeled Michigan late Saturday. This photo by Nick Iszler was taken in Nashville at Cleveland and Phillips Street. A domino effect is created as this branch knocks out a light and guard rail on M-66 south of Nashville. Washington D.C. have been helping to restore power. Clean up for the villages is on the minds of Department of Public Works Supervisors Monte O’Dell of Vermontville and Scott Decker in Nashville. “Put your brush out by the curb,” said O’Dell. “We will be picking it up at no charge, starting next week.” Decker echoed the com­ ment and added baring any more bad weather brush clean-up will begin for the residents of Nashville early next week too. Damage to trees, power lines and homes has been recorded by scores of pho­ tographers but also captured have been moments of beau­ tyNick Iszler of Nashville, took the time to roam the vil­ lage, capturing shots of downed power lines and tree damage. Mike Scott of Nashville captured the sun streaming across a glistening field behind his home. Michelle Pixley, resident of Maple Grove township is still without power as of this writing Friday, Dec. 27. She See STORM, page 6 In This Issue • Consumers Energy shares progress report • Shaughnessy reappointed to state board by governor • Number of schools charging participation fees rises again • Maple A/alley team has four flight champs at Snow invite �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 28,2013 Consumers Energy shares progress report quality for Consumer’s Energy who opened the con­ ference with a thank you to residents for their patience. With electrical power inter­ rupted to over 90% of Barry County’s residences, Rochow acknowledged that his company and crews were working diligently to restore the remaining residents who were still without power at the time of the conference. “It’s been a challenging week,” said Rochow. “We A 53-foot Mobile Unit, relocated from Battle Creek to the Fehsenfeld Campus of Kellogg Community College in understand the importance of Hastings, provides a central location for crews to resupply during this week’s power restoration efforts by family traditions and we’re Consumers Energy. sorry we were unable to restore power to everybody storm to hit during the by Christmas.” Christmas holiday week in Rochow shared that over the history of Consumers 385,000 people lost power in Power. “We have brought in the state from the largest ice large amounts ofresources to address the power outage, which included 1,500 local workers and 1,000 out of state line workers, as well,” said Rochow. “Out of the 25,000 Consumers Energy customers in Barry County, over 23,000 lost power, roughly 90% of our customers,” said Rochow. Adding insult to injury, From our Family to Yours, increases in temperatures has Wishing You A Very Merry caused tree limbs and lines to Christmas & Happy New Year! begin breaking under the Introducing Shellac Nalls heavy weight of~snow and From left, Jim Yarger, manager of the EOC, Garrick Rochow, vice president of with Megan ice, actually increasing the operations for Consumers Energy, and Mary Fisher, Leech Lake resident talk about Becky, Cheryl, call for your appointment. Megan & Angie number of interruptions in why rural areas are last to be restored, during Friday’s news conference held by spots within the county, New Saturday Hours as of 1/4/14:10am - 1pm “adding an additional Consumers Energy at the Fehsenfeld annex of Kellogg Community College in Hastings. 100,000 new incidents of come into the area to work, Energy employee and driver power interruptions this they go through the mobile of the mobile unit. Jack and Judy, along with all oftheir employees want to week,” said Rochow. unit and resupply their “You should see it in wish you the Merriest Christmas and a Happy and “A half inch of ice on a equipment and materials action, the crews arrive,.fillProsperous New Year. We hope to serve you with the same line between power poles is such as spools ofwire, splice ing the parking lot, and cheerfor all ofthe New Year! K the equivalent to 2000 kits, or anything a crew resupply and are gone again, pounds of weight,” noted might need to repair power all within 30 minutes or less. Thank You, Jack and Judy Rochow. lines. It’s pretty amazing, seeing Rochow explained that “We move to areas as the everybody work together,” several resources have been need arises, providing mate­ said Moyers. channeled into the county, rials and supplies to our Dan Wiggins, a resident including a Mobile Storm crews to get the work done, on State Road north of Unit, a 53-foot trailer filled as quickly as possible,” said Nashville, asked Rochow if Nashville’s with supplies. As crews Ruth Moyers, Consumers Friendly Family See PROGRESS, pg. 9 Restaurant with Family Prices! by Constance Cheeseman Staff Writer Consumer Energy held a news conference on Friday at 2 p.m. to discuss power restoration following this week’s ice storm that knocked out power to 20% of the company’s customers. The event was held in front of the Mobile Storm Unit, recently relocated to the Kellogg Community College branch campus on West M­ 179. Those addressing resi­ dents included Hastings Mayor Frank Campbell, Emergency Operations Center Manager Jim Yarger, and Garrick Rochow, vice­ president of operations and Country Kettle . Cafe .. CALENDAR OF EVENTS 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 7758290 Barry County Extension Calendar of Events 2014 Jan. 1 QJ ou.. Jan. 2 Jan. 4 Serving you and taking care of your financial needs has been a pleasure. Jan. 6 Jan. 7 Jan. 10 Jan. 10 We look forward to seeing you in 2014. Jan. 13 (L-R) Standrng:.Anita, Dawn, Cathy. Seated: Catalina, Nicole. Extension Office closed for New Year’s holi­ day Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Science & Technology Saturday, 9 a.m., Extension Office, must preregister Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Carpenters bam in Delton, next to the flower shop. 4-H Advisory Council meeting, 7 p.m., MSU Extension office 4-H Market Bird Order due to 4-H leaders Basics of Irrigation Management program, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Agro-Culture Liquid Fertlizers, St. Johns Rabbit Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Extension office 202 N. Main St \J“^ EATON SAVINGS WWW, eatonfed. com FEDERAL BANK X i co I *09 S. Main Street ■ Nashville ■ 517-852-1830 @ Stadium Seating SHOWTIMES 12/28-1/2 TITUSAHO TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE 047 RONIN (PG-13) 2:00.4:40,7:20 O3D47 RONIN (PG-13) $2.50 PREMIUM PER 30 TICKET 11:20.9:55 O®ANCHORMAN 2 (PG-13) 11:10,1:45, 4:20, 6:55,9:30 O WALKING WITH DINOSAURS (PG) 11:50,2:10, 4:30,6:40,9:00 O®THE HOBBIT: THE DESOLATION OF SMAUG (PG-13) 11:40,3:00,6:20,9:40 MOVIE GIFT CARDS available at the box office FREE $1 CONCESSION S A COUPON ujftlWith every S10 Hjns Movie Gift Card purchase. huckwagonCafe 517-852-2201 Hows: Tue - Thurs 6am - 2pm • Frl a Sat 6am - 8pm Sun 6am - 2pm • Closed Mondays Thankyoufor a wonderful 2013, we lookforward to servingyou in the comingyear! Book oo Yow ow Party ary Hara! ara Sunday unay-- Thursday ursay Evenings venngs lot ■** Plan yew dinner or order off the menu at group pricing Stop in or can fw details. ■ Jay, Janette & the Chuckwagon Crew ember SFDIC O No passes �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, December 28,2013 — Page 3 What to do when the power goes out This safety information is condensed from the Tri­ County Electric Facebook page. Turn off or disconnect appliances, equipment such as air conditioners or elec­ tronics. When power comes back on, it may come back with a momentary surge that can damage electronics or motors found in air condi­ tioners, refrigerators, wash­ ers, or furnaces. Leave one light turned on to know when the power is restored. Keep the refrigera­ tor and freezer closed to keep food as fresh as possible; check it carefully for signs of spoilage. Use the phone for emer­ gencies only. Listening to a portable radio can provide the latest information. Do not call 911 for information — only call to report a life­ threatening emergency. Wear layers of warm clothing if it's cold outside. Never burn charcoal for heating or cooking indoors, or use your oven as a source of heat. If the power may be out for a prolonged period, plan to go to another location (a relative, friend, or public facility) that has heat. Prepare before an out­ age Emergency preparedness experts say it’s a good idea to be prepared to be self-suffi­ cient for up to 72 hours. This checklist is from SafeElectricity.org. Items to have on hand are, flashlights and batteries, candles or lanterns and oil, dry matches, battery operated radio, man­ ual can opener, dry and canned food. If shopping for a genera­ tor, do some research before shopping. Ifyou’ll be using a generator, be sure to have a proper extension cord. What you’ll need to know In the case of a power out­ age be aware of: • The location ofthe main switch whether a fuse box or circuit board. • How to reset a circuit or safely change a fuse • The phone number for your power utility. • How to manually over­ ride the garage door opener. Anticipate outages If storms are predicted locally, prepare for a poten­ tial outage by stocking up on nonperishable food items and extra batteries. Also have adequate supplies of any prescription medica­ tions. If using a generator, get gasoline to have on hand. Fill several large contain­ ers with water and turn freezers and refrigerators to the coldest setting. When the power goes out Determine if the outage is widespread (check with neighbors). Report the outage to HomeWorks Tri-County Electric Cooperative by call­ ing 1-800-848-9333 or 517­ 647-7554 Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Dec. 30 Chicken and dumplings, com, broccoli, roll, apple. Tuesday, Dec. 31 COA closed. New Year’s Holiday. No Meal Delivery. Wednesday, Jan. 1 COA closed. Happy New Year. No Meal Delivery. Thursday, Jan. 2 Baked chicken leg quarter, stuffing, mashed potatoes, broccoli, banana. Friday, Jan. 3 tossed Pizza-Tony’s, salad, fruit cup, cookie. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Dec. 30 Sliced ham and cheddar cheese, potato salad, bun, applesauce. Tuesday, Dec. 31 green beans, fruit punch. COA closed. New Year’s Friday, Jan. 3 Holiday. No Meal Delivery. Beef stew, hashbrown Wednesday, Jan. 1 cubes, biscuit, apple crisp. COA closed. Happy New Year. No Meal Delivery. Activities Calendar Thursday, Jan. 2 Monday, Dec. 30 Frozen meal. Must be Hastings: Music with Sam; heated. 'Card Making 9 a.m.; BYOG; Friday, Jan. 3 Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Chicken salad, broccoli Woodland: Skipbo and raisin salad, bun, diced pears. Shuffleboard. Tuesday, Dec. 31 - COA Home Delivered Closed. New Year’s Eve. Hearty Menu Wednesday, Jan. 1 Monday, Dec. 30 Happy New Year. COA Grilled chicken breast, Closed. wild rice, peas, cauliflower, Thursday, Jan. 2 strawberry applesauce. Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 Tuesday, Dec. 31 a.m.; Music with Celia COA closed. New Year’s 10:30 a.m.; Delton: Holiday. No Meal Delivery. Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville: Wednesday, Jan. 1 TV Time. COA closed. Happy New Friday, Jan. 3 Year. No Meal Delivery. Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Thursday, Jan. 2 Bingo 10 a.m. Woodland: Baked chicken thigh, Skipbo and Shuffleboard. stuffing, mashed potatoes, Shaughnessy reappointed to state board by governor Listening to your concerns and being accessible is a huge priority for me. My coffee hours, hosted through­ out Eaton County, will con­ tinue in 2014 as well as weekly articles with infor­ mation on upcoming legisla­ tion and bills that have passed. (On occasion, my article may not be published due to editor space con­ straints.) However, my web­ site, facebook page and e­ newsletters are additional avenues for information. Locations for upcoming coffee hours are also posted on those sites. Visit www.abed.housedems.com As 2013 comes to a close, I want to thank you for the incredible honor of repre­ senting you as your state rep­ resentative. As I look back on my first 12 months, I recall a year of critical legislation that dealt with . issues impacting sen­ iors, students and middle­ class families in Michigan. I have worked hard to re-focus priorities on the people’s needs and not on special interests, and will continue to advocate for legislation that protects seniors, helps meet the needs of students, creates good-paying jobs and hon­ ors veterans. Deb Shaughnessy, of motes the health, safety and Charlotte, was one of six welfare of Michigan's chil­ people reappointed by Gov. dren and families by funding Rick Snyder last week to local programs and services serve on the Child Abuse and that prevent child abuse and Neglect Prevention Board, neglect. also known as the Children’s “These have been valuable Trust Fund. board members, and I look Shaughnessy is a former forward to their continued member of the Michigan contributions to this impor­ House of Representatives, tant board,” Snyder said. and was mayor and city The other five people who councilperson of Charlotte. were reappointed to the She also has served in vari­ board include: John Brown, ous roles with the state of East Lansing, vice presi­ to find out more. I recently mailed a Year in House and was a customer dent of government relations Review brochure summariz­ service representative for the for Jackson National Life Insurance Company; Shelly ing my first year as your state Charlotte Insurance Agency. Shaughnessy holds a gen­ Kester, of Cedar, is the man­ representative. If you did not receive it please call my eral associate degree with an aging member of Wilson PLLC; Mark office at 517- 373-0853 or emphasis on communica- Kester from Lansing McDaniel, of East Lansing, email tions theresaabed@house.mi.gov Community College and was president and CEO of Great a Fellow of the Michigan Lakes Capital Fund, a non­ and I will gladly mail it. Leadership profit housing corporation; Thank you again for the Political Program. She will continue Vivek Sankaran, of Ann privilege of working for you. Arbor, founder and executive I look forward to 2014 where to represent the general pub­ director of the Detroit Center lic. I will continue to be your The 11-person board pro- for Family Advocacy and a voice and fight for legisla­ tion that helps, not hurts, our families and moves our great state forward in a positive direction. clinical assistant professor of law with the Child Advocacy Law Clinic at the University of Michigan Law School; and Lori Wortz, of Okemos, a partner with WWP Strategies, an issue manage­ ment and political consulting firm. Members will serve threeyear terms expiring Dec. 19, 2016, and their appointments are subject to the advice and consent of the state Senate. Call for Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Please note our special HOLIDAY HOURS: Tuesday, December 31st New Year's Eve - Close at 5 pm Thank you for your support this past year, We look forward to many more years of helping with your custom embroidery and 1silk screening needs. Serving personal and g business needs since 2007. 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Russ taught school in Nashville for two years and then went to work for Farmers Home Administration. That position took him and his family to Centerville for a short time and and then back to Nashville, where he and Joan purchased the farm on Bivens Road known as Walnut K Farm. There, they provided their children and later their grandchildren and great grandchildren with many fond memories and life les­ sons. Since retiring in 1989, Russ spent most of his time enjoying the solitude that the farm provided. He really three children, Cindy (Chris) Hall of Dowling, Cheryl (Mark) Harrison of Bainbridge Island, Washington and Dan (Vera) Keech of Durant, Oklahoma; grandchildren, John (Ashlee) Keech of Bellevue, Washington, Katie (Matt) Ostermeier of Dallas, Texas, Megan and Hannah Harrison of Bainbridge Island, Nashville Area Citizens Coalition Chairperson Shirley Dexter presents the lighting Washington, Jamie Smith of contest award to Diane and Jerry Kenyon, owners of Two J’s. Containers were Hastings, Jessica (Jeff) Niles placed in area businesses, and the one with the highest dollar amount won. Money of Caledonia, and Pete collected is used to support the events sponsored by NACC, said Dexter. (Dana) Smith of Nappanee, Indiana; great grandchildren, Tyler, Alexis, Casey, Emma, Carter, Tho-mas, Brock and Max and great great grand­ son, Jordan. He was a huge part of all of their lives and will be missed greatly. Russ always put others before himself in this life and requested that upon his death his body be donated to Michigan State University Medical School hoping that he could save someone else’s life. A memorial service is planned in the spring. In lieu of flowers, memori­ al contributions can be made to the Maple Valley Scholarship Fund or the Nashville United Methodist Church for purposes desig­ nated by the family. Two J's wins lighting contest award enjoyed cutting wood and tin­ kering with his tractor. When not at home, he could be found at all the auction and antique sales, the golf course or volunteering at the Nashville Food Bank which he and Joan organized and kept stocked. Monday after­ noons were always reserved for a hand or two of poker with the guys. Russ loved the Lord and also spent many hours work­ ing at the Nashville United Methodist Church, where he had been a member for sever­ al years. In addition to his wife Joan, Russ is survived by two brothers, Don (Nadine) Keech and Bill (Jerrine) Keech and their families. He leaves with heavy hearts his Vermontville’s Heritage Roger l¥. Griswold property Patrick C. Porter NASHVILLE, MI - Patrick C. Porter, age 72, of Nashville (formerly of Lansing) passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2013 at Thomapple Manor, in Hastings. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to The Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net for further details Tailoring a Gift to serveyour charitable interests andfinancial goals The Barry Community Foundation offers a range ofphilanthropic options. Unrestricted Funds, or Community Action Funds, give the foundation the discretion to make grants that address the most urgent needs of the community as they change from time to time. Field-of-lnterest Funds benefit a specific area of interest to the donor. They can also benefit a geogeo­ graphical area. Donor-Advised Funds are often created as an 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 s the fund is established. - Scholarship and Award Funds are established by donors wishing to make education available to individuals in their communities. You may also wish to: • consider naming your community foundation as The beneficiary of your IRA or life insurance policy. • make a bequest to a community foundation in your living trust or will. • establish a Supporting Organization through the community foundation. A Supporting Organization is a separate legal entity for tax purposes and has its own governing body; by affiliating with a com­ munity foundation, the Supporting Organization enjoys public charity status and the professional staff services of the community foundation. Howeveryou approach making a gift to the Community Foundation, your caring gesture will make a difference in the lives ofothers and the life ofyour community. 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 This excerptfrom Vermontville’s Heritage sponsored by the Vermontville Historical Society was written in 1986. Griswold — Hosey Home 350 North Main Street The first brick structure built in the Union Colony was constructed on the Roger W. Griswold property, “176 acres of good land lying within the north of the village.” It is now the home ofWilliam Hosey. The Barry — Eaton County History describes the home as, “A large two-story brick resi­ dence, constructed on an excellent plan, richly yet neatly furnished and sup­ plied with all the comforts and accessories which go into making life worth liv­ ing.” Masons were hired from Battle Creek to do the base­ ment and walls. The home is a typical colonial with one marble fireplace. The win­ dows have small panes, one ofwhich has etched in beau­ tiful penmanship the name of Hattie J. Griswold, oldest daughter of Roger and Abigail. Rapids. Another son, Roger W. Griswold, William M., chose to follow native of Rutland, Benson in the footsteps of his father. County, Vermont, came to He married Rose Loring and Michigan in the company of their children were Robert his uncle, Oren Dickinson, in L., Della S., Joseph G.r 1836. He assisted in laying Graham A., Ruth L. and out the colony bounds, Catherine M. all of whom returned to Vermont and graduated from the married and returned to Vermontville schools. The Michigan in 1837. He pur­ family later moved to chased the interests of one of Oregon and made their for­ the colonists in order to con­ tune in the lumbering busitinue his activities as a ness. They returned to farmer. As a colonist, he was Vermontville often and a leader in every public donated money for the ath­ enterprise calculated to bene­ letic field behind the fit the community. He not Maplewood School and for only made large donations the community room in the himself but induced others to Congregational Church. do the same. Both the athletic field and One ofhis sons, Joseph B., the community center bear became a physician in Grand the Griswold name. ^Diana’s ^Pfoce The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Wednesday - Friday S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 06798847 Mr Ml � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/827/MapleValleyNews_2013-12-28_part_2.pdf 7375415663595767235392332d888982 PDF Text Text Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, December 28,2013 — Page 5 Eaton County Sheriff’s Office News Mounted division 2013 year in review The Eaton County Mounted Division is one of the volunteer units of the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office. All the uniforms, supplies for travel and the needs of the horses are fund­ ed by the division through several fund raising projects. We are proud of our mount­ ed division and the service that it offers to our county. Some facts of the mounted division are: • The Eaton County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Unit celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2013. • The mounted unit con­ sists of 10 riders and one ground man. • The members of the mounted unit have worked over 30 events ranging from a few hours in length to three and four days per event. This amounted to 3,565 volunteer hours. • The mounted unit drove 32,144 miles to and from events. Monies spent (raised by the volunteer unit) were, $2,935 for uniforms, $1,445 for equine equipment and $6,700 for training. The Eaton County Mounted Unit supported the Eaton Co. Housing Commission, US Troops through Mike Smith’s VFW efforts, the SIREN Shelter, Eaton Co. Palliative Care and Blue Light Players fund which goes to the families of police officers who were killed in the line of duty. 2013 Calendar of events In February, mounted division member Karen Hathon attended the North American Mounted Unit Commanders Association in Tampa, Florida. In March, Special Deputy M. FranklinOcello gave a color presenta­ tion clinic on cowboy dres­ sage at MSU. The mounted division also participated in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Grand Ledge. In April, the mounted divi­ sion participated in and assisted with traffic for the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. In May, the divi­ sion rode in Memorial Day parades and served as the color guard for the Durand Railroad Day Festival. . June was busy with Potterville’s Gizzard Fest park, parade and street patrol, traffic control and fireworks. In July, the divi­ sion assisted with fireworks crowd management at Sharp’s Park in Delta Twp. August saw the mounted division at the Sunfield Farmers Picnic where it pro­ vided overnight security, parade, set/pet and fireworks management. In September, the division rode in the Frontier Days parade and provided street patrol. It also provided coverage at the Eaton County Mounted Saturday f January 25, 2014 •Prizes & giveaways •Hors d’oeuvres •Cash bar Cash n carry W FREE ADMISSION y 269-945-4400 i LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. 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. 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. PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.............................. 9:45 Morning Worship............................... 11 Evening Worship................................ 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .......... .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARO S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 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 Contact information Eaton a on County ouny Sheriff er ’ss Office offers more informa-- tion at the Crime Tips Line, 517-543-5433 or online at crimetips @eatoncounty.org; crimemapping.com or on the MobilePatrol phone app — Nixie eatoncounty.org/departments/office-of-the-sheriff For up to the minute updates visit us on Facebook and Twitter. Also visit Smart911. Smart911 is a free service allowing citizens to create a safety profile for their house­ hold that includes any infor­ mation they want 9-1-1 to have in the event of an emer­ gency. Pictured from left are special deputies of the Eaton County Mounted Division, Melissa Franklin of Grand Ledge; Maria King, Grand Ledge; Wilbur Basye Woodland; Jeff Moncada, Carson City; Denise Keller, Vermontville and Commander Karen Hathon, Mulliken. Sheriff Tom Reich is standing. Not pictured are Brenda Franklin, Potterville; JoLynn Cobb, Grand Ledge; Quartermaster Gary Hathon, Mulliken, Katie Collier D.V.M, Grand Ledge and Jeff Rutter from Olivet. Bit clinic open to horse owners The Eaton County Mounted Unit will be host­ ing a Bit Clinic Saturday, Jan. 4 at 1 p.m. in the first floor training room at the 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 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 (517) 852-9712 RAILSIDE MINI STOR­ AGE: 5 sizes plus warehouse space available. Call M-66 Tire (616)374-1200 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training . PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship................................. 9:45 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School................................. 10 A.M. Service................................. 11:15 P.M. Service........................................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY Scott A. Daniels n & F!?i,y Owner/Manager 815650 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service....................................... 11 P.M. Service........................................ 6 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 GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-852-2043 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . 517-726-0526 . Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. . Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. needs to know about bits. The two hour seminar cost is $10. Horse owners are encouraged to attend. Refreshments will be served. Our Family Serving Yours” MINI STORAGE AVAILA­ BLE: 5x10 thru 10x30 units available. Railside Mini Stor­ age, M-66 Tire. (616)374-1200 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Eaton County jail complex. Denise Webber, clinician and equine judge from Marshall, will be presenting; everything a horse person bApiELS/ Have a safe and peaceful holiday season. Yours in public safety, Sheriff Tom Reich For Rent > Noon to 3:30 pm 105 E. Stale Street, Hastings 3rd Floor Ballroom Country Western Music Show fund raiser. October brought the 29th Annual Mounted Police Colloquium held in Lexington, KY. Melissa Franklin of Grand Ledge took first place in equitation. Franklin competed against a field of 90 riders from vari­ ous mounted departments. Eaton County Special Deputy Katie Collier, newly inducted into the mounted unit, was selected to partici­ pate in the equitation finals. In November, the patrol attended the Special Olympics and, in December, rode in Christmas parades in Marshall and Eaton Rapids. 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass...................... 9:30 a.m. M-79 West W.orship . 11:15 a.m. ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 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 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 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. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. PASTOR GARY SIMMONS PASTOR NANCY FRANCHER Church Phone: 517-726-0526 WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 06800049 �Page 6 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, December 28,2013 STORM, continued from page 1 — Snow and ice combine to create a picturesque scene at the farm of Mike and Laura Scott. The Scott’s live north of Nashville on M-66. (Photo by Mike Scott) lives in a tree laden area and said the old oak trees in her yard are making constant noises from the iced branch­ es moving and falling. So far the only damage to her property is a smashed roof vent and a crushed dog fence. “I’ve been fortunate. We’ve been managing with a generator for five days now,” said Pixley who added with a chuckle, “I don’t like my A brilliant sun causes the ice to glisten as evidenced by this field north of Nashville. (Photo by Mike Scott) Put your brush out by the curb. We will be picking it up at no charge, starting next week.” Monte O’Dell Vermontville DPW Supervisor WINTERIZATION CHECK B’tutg yowt ueluc£e tn and tetuo da a IVwt&i Check! • • • • Check Tire Pressure Battery Charge System Wiper Blades Coolant check Celebrating 0PERTIRES 4GM66 Tire 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66 Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 616-374-1200 • www.m66tire.com | | s quickly quickly alleviated alleviated when when owner, Duane Eldred, said he would double check. Eldred discovered one last tank in the back room. In a reflective moment Pixley said, “This has been really inconvenient for all of us and I understand that but in perspective many of our service men and women don’t even have these servic­ es, and then there’s the This photo of Maple Grove road captures some of the beauty of the ice laden trees (Photo by Michelle Pixley) homeless ... I guess I’m pret­ ty Olucky. ” ’Dell who is also the chief of the Vermontville fire department said the fire bam has remained open as a warming station with staff present 24 hours per day. The power went out Sunday about 1 or 1:30 a.m., said O’Dell. The generators have auto start up so the water and sewer stations continued to operate. “A lot of neighbors are helping each other out,” he said. Power company crews are still working in Vermontville and O’Dell said hot coffee is being delivered to the utility workers who are laboring to get the remaining few back on line. “I take my hat off to them,” said O’Dell. inner pioneer spirit so much.” Pixley has been using a generator and propane to stay warm and fed. She has been staying connected through Facebook and has been impressed by the num­ bers of people offering a warm place to stay. ‘‘The community as a whole has come together,” said Pixley. She said she experienced a moment of frustration when she went to Duey’s Comers in Vermontville for propane only to discover every tank gone. Her concerns were SCHOOLS OF CHOICE Maple Valley provides: Safe Schools Caring Student-Centered Teachers Full Curricular and Extra Curricular Offerings State-of-the-Art Technology Award winning Agriculture program Maple Valley Pathways High School (Alternative/Adult/Virtual) Comprehensive Vo-ed Business programs • Woods / Manufacturing / Sawmill (operating) • PE K-12 • Band 6-12, award winning • Musical/Drama/Choir, award winning • Computers K-12 • Personal Mastery Learning Model K-5 • Elementary Music • Access dual enrollment • Variety AP courses • Multiple electives, plus hun­ dreds through virtual schools Michelle Pixley took this photo of the fallen limbs across her back yard and porch. The only damage was to a roof vent and dog fence. We are now accepting Schools of Choice applications for the 2013-2014 school year, 2nd ssemester. Enrollment is available for all grades K-12 and In the Maple Valley Pathways High School. 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 dis*• Teachers in Maple 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. Applications will be accepted until Monday, January 6,2014. Tuesday, January 21,2014 is the first day of second semester. For enrollment information _________ 5,1! 517/852-9699 517/852-9699 06828788 Many Christmas lights remained dark due to the ice storm which pummeled the area late Saturday and early Sunday. (Photo by Nick Iszler) �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday. December 28, 2013 — Page 7 This is a view from M-79 looking north as it approaches M-66. The ice wrapped landscape is breathtaking in the light of day. I Amy Jo Kinyon from Vermontville took this photo of a wire down on East Main Street. The bent bar on the side has a transformer on it. Power outages continue as Barry County declares state of emergency Warming shelters remain open This ice dripped hammock is wishing it had been stored away for the winter. These frozen red berries are encased in ice from the storm that hit late Saturday. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer On Tuesday, Dec. 24, Barry County Emergency Management Coordinator Jim Yarger declared a state of emergency for the county, which took the brunt of a weekend ice storm that left more than a half inch of ice on trees and power lines, causing widespread outages across much of lower Michigan. As of 4:30 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 27, Consumers Energy reported that 6,754 Barry County residents were still without electricity, down from a reported high of 14,415 at 9 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 22. Yarger said that declaring a state of emergency for the county sets things in motion so the county can more quickly receive state and fed­ eral funds for restoration and response efforts. The Barry County Emergency Management Team has been meeting at 9 a.m. daily throughout the cri­ sis to assess the continuing situation. The following warming centers, shelters and charg­ ing centers remain open throughout the county to serve those still without elec­ tricity: Thomapple Kellogg Middle School, 10375 Green Lake Road, Middleville, is open 24 hours a day as a warming center and shelter with cots, show­ ers, and food provided by the Middleville United Methodist Church and Red Cross volunteers; Prairieville Township Hall, 10115 S. Norris Road, Delton, is open 24 hours a day as a warming and charging center, water is also available; the lobby of the Barry County Sheriffs Department, 1212 W. State Road, Hastings, is open 24 hours a day as a charging center. Barry County United Way and the Food Bank of South Central Michigan are coordinating efforts with the American Red Cross to pro­ vide drinking water for those who are still without power. Anyone with health and human services needs is encouraged to call 211 for assistance. A Dec. 27 news release from Consumers Energy said that round-the-clock work continues as crews from Consumers Energy and 13 other states safely work to restore power to thousands of customers affected by last weekend’s ice storm. As of 4:30 a.m. Friday, 52,000 Consumers Energy customers remained without service. Since noon Saturday, the storm has caused more than 377,000 outages, or more than 20 per­ cent of the utility’s 1.8 mil­ lion electric customers. It is the company’s largest Christmas-week storm in its 126-year history and its worse ice storm in 10 years. “We continue our focus on safely restoring all customers affected by this storm,” said Garrick Rochow, Consumers Energy’s vice president of customer operations and quality. “We have accom­ plished a great deal but we know the job is not done yet. We thank our customers for their patience.” The majority of customers still without power from last weekend's storm are expect­ ed to be restored by the end of the day Saturday, accord­ ing to Consumers Energy. Restoration times may be affected by additional storm activity causing additional damage. Consumers Energy is reminding the public that information is available online to check on the status of remaining outages. People can report outages and obtain restoration infor­ mation through Consumers Energy’s online outage map, www.ConsumersEnergy.co m/outagemap. The map may be accessed by both comput­ ers and mobile devices. As of 4:30 a.m. Friday, counties most affected by electric interruptions were: Barry, 6,754; Calhoun, 739; Clinton, 3,600; Eaton, 3,782; Genesee, 19,972; Ingham, 4,156; Ionia, 1,909; Kalamazoo, 187; Kent, 313; Livingston, 1,664; Oakland, 1,547; and Shiawassee, 7,031. The Consumers Energy website said that the compa­ ny is also monitoring expect­ ed warmer temperatures that could cause additional dam­ age to the electric system. Temperatures in the upper 30s to lower 40s later today and into Saturday in some parts of the state will melt ice now coating tree branches, causing them to snap into power lines, and perhaps cause additional customer outages. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads The keen eye of Nick Iszler captured this photo of a frozen bird’s nest in Nashville. �Page 8 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, December 28,2013 LARGE OF small, We Ship mi ikfc * i® I ® fci b J ft n Bl H Authorized Shipping Outlet ai ftl |i A ia hi tin tt| k'ta ■p hn i«p mt I Mi 1 hqa I Ml Authorized ShipCenter’ 1 ! J* Mi ! S I > I sunshine Pack &Ship 1 1% I S' 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269.945.9105 OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:30 - 5:30 VISA �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, December 28,2013 — Page 9 Statewide severe weather poster contest open to fourth and fifth graders To draw attention to the need for being prepared in the event of severe weather, the Michigan Committee for Severe Weather Awareness is sponsoring a Severe Weather Awareness poster contest open to all students currently enrolled in fourth or fifth grades. The deadline to enter is Saturday, Feb. 15. Posters must illustrate what individuals and fami­ lies should do to prepare for Michigan severe weather such as tornadoes, floods, snow storms, severe cold, lightning and thunderstorms, according to contest spon­ sors. The first place winner will receive $200; second place, $100; third place, $75; and honorable mention will be awarded $50. Posters must be approxi­ mately 15-by-20 inches and submitted on quality poster or illustration board. The work must be original and may be in any media form with the exception of pencil, chalk, charcoal or glitter. All posters will become the PROGRESS, continued from page 2 the company would consider a different approach to the way Consumer’s posts restoration updates, pointing out that the times have fluc­ tuated from sooner to later to sooner again, causing psy­ chological frustration with the inconsistent updates. “Just as a suggestion,” offered Wiggins. “I believe residents would rather you tells us the worst case sce­ nario instead of pushing up or pushing out the times of restoration, every few hours. Regardless, thank-you for all your efforts, we understand the challenges you have faced this week.” Leech Lake resident Mary Fisher, asked Rochow, why rural communities were the last to be restored, to which Rochow replied, “We under­ stand your frustration, but we have priorities We follow: First we address critical needs, such as hospitals, fire and emergency departments, then we address commer­ cials needs, such as fuel and food supplies to the commu­ nity, and then we move onto larger population outages and then rural areas. We must prioritize our efforts to gets as many people back online.” Yarger and Campbell noted the efforts of the Red Cross in setting up warming shelters within the county, although, according to Lani Forbes, executive director of Barry County United Way, only 16 to 20 individuals actually used the centers. “Many of the residents wanted to know the centers were available, but most chose to stay in their home,” said Forbes. Reminding people of the of importance safety, Rochow re-iterated that peo­ ple should stay away from downed power lines, and to call 1-800-477-5050 to report them. Also, carbon monoxide poisoning can occur with generator use, and the equip­ ment should never be housed inside while running. COBB WELL DRILLING (REPAIR • 7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2*-S” Well Drilling and R< 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb * Ml Uc. *1748 “We’re working through this, anticipating the final outages to customers will be restored in Barry County by Saturday night,” offered Rochow. LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Douglas S. Haddix and Joanna K. Haddix, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Ally Bank Corp, f/k/a GMAC Bank, its suc­ cessors or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 15, 2011 and recorded February 24, 2011 in Instrument Number 201102240001769, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mort­ gage is now held by Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of SeventyOne Thousand Eight Hundred Eight 51/100 Eight and and 51/100 Dollars ($71,808.51) including interest at 4.5% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County., Michigan at 1:00 PM on JANUARY 23, 2014. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The following described premis­ es situated in the City of Hastings, County of Barry and State of Michigan to wit:Lot 3 and the East 1/2 of Lot 4, Block 15, Eastern Addition of the Village (now City) of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, 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. If the property is sold at foreclo­ sure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. Dated: December 21, 2013 Orlans Associates, P.C.. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 13-014855 (12-21)(01-11) 06829380 property of the sponsoring organization. The artist’s name, grade and telephone number, along with the name, address and telephone number of the stu­ dent’s school, and art instructor (if any), must be on the back of the poster. Entries must be post­ marked no later than mid­ night Feb. 15. To enter, send posters wrapped flat to National Weather Service, LEGAL NOTICE IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR ONE YEAR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-502-1400. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Chris Parker, a married man and Lee Ann Parker, his wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 20, 2008 and recorded April 4, 2008 in Instrument Number 20080404-0003741, Barry Coun­ ty Records, Michigan. Said mort­ gage is now held by Wells Fargo Bank, NA by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Three and 39/100 Dollars ($170,643.39) including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County., Michigan at 1:00 PM on JANUARY 9, 2014. Said premises are located in the Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Land situated in the Township of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows: A parcel of land in the Southwest one-quarter of Section 31, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry Coun­ ty, Michigan, described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of said Section 31, which lies due East 1119.90 feet from the Southwest corner of said Section 31; thence due North 242.00 feet; thence due East 200.00 feet; thence due South 242.00 feet; thence due West 200.00 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 §600.3241 a, 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. If the property is sold at fore­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. Dated: December 7, 2013 Orlans Associates, P.C.. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007 File No. 13-015292 (12-07)(12-28) 06827747 9200 White Lake Road, White Lake, MI 48386. For further information, contact Lori Conarton at ' the Insurance Institute of Michigan, 517-371-2880 or Rich Pollman, 248-6253309, ext. 726. LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mort­ gage made on April 28, 2006, by Tony L Calhoun, a single man, and Roberta L. Groner, a single woman, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on May 1, 2006, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michi­ gan, in Instrument Number 1163861, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dat­ ed April 21, 2011, recorded on May 4, 2011, in Instrument Num­ ber 201105040004743, Barry County Records, on which Mort­ gage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Six Thousand Two Hun­ dred Sixteen and 99/100 Dollars ($246,216.99); and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HERE­ BY GIVEN that on Thursday, Jan­ uary 16, 2014 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry Coun­ ty Courthouse in Hastings, Michi­ gan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mort­ gage mentioned and described as follows; LAND SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: The South 9 rods of the following described property; beginning 90.5 rods West and 36 rods North of the Center of Section 5, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, thence North 44 rods, thence East 24.5 rods, thence South 44 rods, thence West 24.5 rods to the place of beginning, except the North 100 feet thereof, Barry Township. Commonly known as: 10381 Brickyard Rd., Delton Michigan 49046 Parcel Number: 08-03-005-033-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for dam­ aging the property during the redemption period. Dated: December 5, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mort­ gagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (12-14)(01 -04) 09828438 To download a copy ofthe poster contest flyer, visit the Michigan Committee for Severe Weather Awareness web site, www.mcswa.com. LEGAL NOTICE AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT AND ANY INFOR­ MATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jeffrey Vanoverloop and Jennifer Vanoverloop, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc (MERS) as nominee for Countrywide Home Loans Inc dba America's Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated the 14th day of May, 2007 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 21st day of May, 2007 in Liber Instrument No. 1180772 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to Green Tree Servicing LLC on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of One Hundred Twenty Six Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty Three & 96/100 ($126,833.96), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part there­ of. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 23rd day of January, 2014 at 1:00 PM o’clock Local Time, said mort­ gage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Ml (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be neces­ sary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 7.00% 4.625 per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premis­ es are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all struc­ tures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, sit­ uated in the Village of Prairieville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as fol­ lows, to wit: Lot 50, Supervisor’s Plat of the Village of Prairieville, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 74, Barry County Records. During the six (6) months imme­ diately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days imme­ diately following the sale. Pursuant to MCLA 600.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for dam­ aging the property during the redemption period. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney Dated: 12/21/2013 Green Tree Servicing LLC Mortgagee FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Green Tree Servicing LLC 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362­ 2600 GTSD FNMA Vanoverloop (12-21)(01-11) 06829550 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR­ POSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on October 31, 2003, by Gary E. Roberts, a sin­ gle man, as Mortgagor, given by him to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on October 31, 2003, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1116824, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated November 22, 2011, recorded on November 28, 2011, in Instrument Number 201111280011086, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Two -Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-Five and 10/100 Dollars ($122,375.10); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, January 16, 2014 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at pub­ lic auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, togeth­ er with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SIT­ UATED IN THE CITY OF HAST­ INGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Lot 21 of Lake View Park, accord­ ing to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats on page 63. Also, that part of land immediately North of Lot 21 consisting of a portion of the South 1/2 of what was formerly Shady Lane, which has now been vacated. Also, starting at the Northeast corner of said Lot 21; thence North 76.25 degrees East 12 feet; thence South to a point 11.50 feet East of the Southeast comer of said Lot 21; thence West to said Southeast corner of Lot 21; thence North to starting point. Also including: Reserving right of way across latter description for access to highway. Also convey­ ing a right of way across a strip of land immediately East of Lot 12 being 6 feet wide at the North end and 6.5 feet wide at the South end. Being the West part of what was formerly North walk, recently vacated. Commonly Known As: 11031 Hastings Point, Middleville, Michigan 49333 Tax Parcel Number: 08-16-120-001­ 00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held respon­ sible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for dam­ aging the property during the redemption period. Dated: December 11, 2013 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (12-14)(01-04) 06828902 �Page 10 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 28, 2013 Memories of the Past Guy IV. Howell, part 2 of 3 This Memories ofthe Past article by the late Susan Hinckley first appeared in the Maple Valley News, Dec. 27, 1983. (Susan Hinckley’s note: Following is the second installment of a three-part series of articles written by former local resident Guy W. Howell of Tucson, Arizona, about his boyhood days in Nashville. Howell’s younger days were related in his sto­ ries published in this column last summer. This second edition covers his years as a young adult, his early employment, etc. We are indebted to Mr. Howell for his contribution.) They were getting ready to build the W.K. Kellogg addi­ tion to the high school, so Albert Benson, Victor Benson and I applied for jobs. We were told that it was a PWA project, which was federal, so we would have to go to Battle Creek and register for a job. We did and time went on with no word from our applications. One evening, the boss car­ penter came over to the Benson house and asked if we wanted to go to work. We told him our cards hadn’t come from Battle Creek. “I’m not hiring cards,” he Guy Howell, left, and his father, Ransom, are seen in this 1930s photo along Phillips Street. Guy had just returned from a trip to Alabama to one of his many local jobs, which included can-washer and butter-printer at Nashville Cooperative Creamery. MUTO REPAIR' • Parts • Repairs • Tires Z Located Downtown Vermontville W 130 S. Main, Vermontville 547-726-1500 said. “I want men on the job. You report for work tomor­ row morning at eight o’clock.” That was some of the hardest work I ever did. The joists for the second floor were made of steel and weighed around 500 pounds each. There were three of us fellows toting them — one at each end and one in the mid­ dle. I tell you, that was about enough to make a person flat-footed. I was so tired some nights I couldn’t eat supper. I just went to bed and passed out. I woke up one Saturday morning with it raining. I crawled out of bed, got ready and went to the building. We just sat around in the shacks waiting for them to tell us we could go home, at about 10 a.m. here came a big semi, loaded with bags of cement hich had to be unloaded and gotten into the shed under cover. We really worked on that one. Those bags of cement got heavier and heav­ ier until we just staggered in with the last ones. The bleacher seats in the gym were supported by I-beams, they set the. beam on four steel bars with a man on each end of each bar, so there were eight of us carrying the beam. They weighed about 1000 pounds each. It was rough, but I really enjoyed it. One of the bos.ses on that job liked to get the jump on a man, even as some bosses do today. Well, this boss jumped one of my friends because he didn’t move faster walking on the steel joists of.the second floor. My friend told him he was uneasy walking a two-inch wide joist at that height. So the boss said, “If you’re afraid, get down and go get your pay. You’re fired.” When my friend went to the office, the big boss hap­ pened to be there and asked what he was doing there at that time of day. My friend told him. “Go back and go to work.” the boss said. “There’s plenty of work on the ground floor. I wouldn’t go up and walk those joists myself.’’ Well, I never was a hand to jump when the boss spoke. I believed in doing a good day’s work for my pay and figured that was the best I could do. One. day I was wheeling brick into the first floor to be unloaded on vari­ ous stock piles where they were needed. I had set the wheelbarrow down and was looking to see which pile needed it. The boss hollered at me and told me to get a move on. “I was only look­ ing to see which pile needed the brick,” I told him. he pointed to one of the piles and growled, ‘Take it over there and dump it.’ I didn’t hurry any more than I had been. I just pushed the wheelbarrow over to the pile and flipped it upside down. “What do you mean by that?” he hollered. “Why didn’t you pile it up as you’re supposed to?” ‘I was just doing as I was told,’ I replied calmly. ‘You said, take it over there and dump it.’” He never tried to get the jump on me again. Another incident that hap­ pened on the schoolhouse job was when they had gotteen the wall of the gym up and set for several days, when some people were going through looking at things. One man put his hand on the wall and it toppled over into the gym and he nearly went with it. There were inspectors there within a few days. It seems the com­ pany had been cutting cor­ ners, trying to make a little Ransom Howell is seen toting a block of ice at the door of an ice house near Thornapple Lake. Nearby, his son Guy and a friend salvaged submerged railroad ties which once had carried trains to a railroad ice house on the lake, where winter-harvested ice was stored for summer use in refrigerated cars. more money by using less material. They had a master mason working on the smokestack, and I was helping him. I started in at 50 cents an hour and ended up at $1 an hour, which was big wages at that time 1935. Take it all around it was a good place to work. Most of the bosses were good and realized any limitation of their men. Other jobs I used to make a trip to Alabama every summer. I worked for various uncles and aunts, working in cotton fields and com fields from sun-up to sun-down. I worked for awhile in the Go-op Service Station in Nashville on Sherman Street across from the creamery. I used to carry my lunch and invariably, just as I sat down to eat it, here would come the milk trucks across from the creamery to get gassed up. I said I thought they just sat over there and watched for me to start eating; then they would descend on the sta­ tion. I tried eating earlier and later, but it made no differ­ ence. I got my lunch when they had all been serviced. Fortunately, my coffee was in a thermos bottle and the sandwiches were cold to start with. The pumps at that station had a glass tank at the top which held 10 gallons of gas. That had to be pumped full before we started using it. There was a handle on the side of the tank that was worked back and forth to do the pumping. We sold unleaded gas for 13- cents and leaded gas for 16 cents. A friend’s mother owned a cottage at Thomapple Lake. During the fishing and hunt­ ing seasons, we spent quite a bit of time there. Down the lake a ways from the cottage there had. been the railroad ice house where they stored ice that was cut during the winter for use in the refriger­ ated railroad cars. The ice house had been tom down years before, but all the old railroad ties were in the bot­ tom of the lake. My friend and I would take the boats, of which his mother had two, and go down there. We’d go overboard and lift one of the ties onto one boat and tow it back with the other. We stacked the ties in the front yard and let them stay all summer to dry. In the fall, we’d go to the cottage and saw the ties into about eight or 10 inch blocks and split them for use in the laundry stove that was in the kitchen. One day in the summer, we put out some bait for catching turtles. We took a board about 12 inches square and attached a bronze braid­ ed line about one and one half feet long, with a hook on it. We baited the hook with beef and threw it into a like­ ly place in the lake. We went out next morning and the board was gone. Presently it popped up beside the boat, with a head alongside it. And what a head. It was a turtle and his head was four or five inches in diameter. He saw us and down he went. We never say him or the board again. One night in the winter, we were in the cottage and I went outside for something. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, December 28, 2013 — Page 11 Number of schools charging participation fees rises again Construction of the Kellogg addition (left) to Nashville’s 1902 school provided employment for Guy Howell and others during the Depression years in the mid19308. was R« Ntit^dh tUSli OjiKiii^i UktelM isiii fcir«i®t® 'iliiw. ta Hlnitiii £i»iM cfelteW LIkii uta«fis!ni iiapn istawtte lifcta tJnWuHtit ■fldij tasWtani® vw * heard the While I out, I most unearthly scream you can imagine. I ran back up the steps, only to find the screen door hooked. I hollered for my friend to open up and he finally did. He said he thought I made that noise to scare him. We both had five-cell flashlights and shotguns, so we went out back of the cottage to try and find out what made the noise. We found huge cat tracks, and we went back into the house for the night. Next morning, we followed the tracks across the lake into a little swamp where we caught sight of the eat. It wa a Canadian lynx. We just turned around and went back to the cottage. One year we went to the cottage to do a little hunting around the lake territory. It had snowed a little, so we figured we’d have good tracking. About the third night we were there, it start­ ed snowing and it snowed and it snowed. When it got through, there was four feet of snow on the ground. The night it stopped snowing, we were sitting by the stove in the kitchen. It kept getting colder and colder and we jjaliifSKtifck* , I alliiiWilxW — C ^ilEKfcWW ilEKcWW i3a u|g Ik #**** EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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They would cut a hole three or four feet square and set the fish house over it. Others would just go out, cut a hole about a foot square and drop a line into it. Quite a few fish were caught. A friend of mine had a shanty on Thomapple Lake. He went there once to spear some fish, and had a minnow on a line, hanging in the water as a decoy. He said the hole he had cut in the ice was four feet square. Pretty soon, a fish came along and started into the hole. It kept on until it was completely across the hole. He said it looked like a submarine. He couldn’t see either head nor tail. He threw his spear where he thought the back of the head should be and nearly got drowned. The fish flopped around so hard his spear was twisted into an unrecognizable mess. I saw that spear, and it was almost unbelievable the way it was twisted. The largest muskie I ever caught was three feet long. I worked for awhile at the Co-op Cremery. I was get­ ting $2 a day for eight hours. I started on the can washer. Then I worked up to butter printer. We made three sizes of butter — pounds, halves and quarters. There were three- frames. The first was open for making the pounds. The second had a wire stretched horizontally across the center. The third had wires stretched horizontally and vertically across the center each way. The creamery supplied some of the heavy cream for the Arctic Ice CreamCo. They also had a milk drier which dripped milk through holes in a pipe onto a steel drum which was filled with live steam. It had a scraper fastened to it which scraped the dried milk off the sides of the drum which was filled with live steam. It would drop into a trough which moved it along to a sacker, where it was put into 100 pound bags. The tops were sewn by hand and the bags moved into a large room. Periodically, a box car would be run onto a siding beside that room. Then we would run a ramp to the car from the building, for loading. One day, at quitting time, we had the car about half or two-thirds loaded when we left. There were some gaso­ line tank cars down the sid­ ing a little ways from the creamery and during the night, an engine come in and moved our car out to run some more tank cars in. When we went to work next morning, there was such a mess. We’d been stacking the milk from the ends of the car toward the center and most of them were knocked down and piled all over. We had a time getting into the car. We managed to bring some semblance of order out of the chaos, but we didn’t get as many bags into the car as we were supposed to. We had two 1,200 pound butter chums. I think only one was being used when I was there. Cecil Barrett was the butter maker when I worked there. They put the butter into 50 pound wooden tubs and stored it in the cool­ er. I used to buy whipping cream occasionally. The employees got it for 15 cents a pint. (To be continued.) 'S. ACDelco COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE CENTER Your Local GM Automotive Specialists LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON M-79 Our Diagnostic Computer Software is Compatible With All Makes & Models ir (J (517) 726-0088 . . 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE m § ft Now accepting MasterCard & Visa Owner, Jeff Dobbin, ASE Master Technician 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE The use of participation fees to help fund inter­ scholastic athletics in Michigan high schools for the first time rose significant­ ly above 50 percent during the 2012-13 school year, according to the most recent survey taken by the Michigan High School Athletic Association of its member institutions. Use of fees had held steady at just above 50 percent over the last two school years, 2010-11 and 2011-12. But the most recently completed survey indicated that of 450 member schools participat­ ing, 249 schools - 55.3 percent - charged participation fees during the 2012-13 school year. There were 758 senior high schools in the MHSAA membership in 2012-13 - the survey generated a response rate of 59 percent. This was the ninth survey of schools since the 2003-04 school year, when members reported that fees were being charged in 24 percent of schools. The largest surge of charg­ ing fees in 2012-13 came at Class B schools, with 61 per­ cent reporting fees after 54 percent reported using them in 2011-12. Class A schools saw a five percent jump to 71 percent, Class C saw a three percent rise to 49, and Class D schools saw a slight increase to 37 percent assess­ ing fees. Charging a standardized per-team fee for each on which a student participates remains the most popular method among schools that assess fees - although those doing so in that way dropped to 36 percent, a decrease of more than five percent. The median fee among those schools was $65, a decrease of $10 -from the previous year. Building on a trend that emerged during the 2011-12 survey, the use of fees incurred by students who paid once for an entire year of participation increased again to 29 percent of schools that charge. Families as a whole are facing higher fees as well; although an increas­ ing number of schools are setting a maximum fee a fam­ ily can be assessed, the amount of that fee increased in 2012-13 to a median of $300. The survey for 2012-13 and surveys from previous years can be found on the MHSAA website. Maple Valley team has four flight champs at Snow invite Maple Valley had six guys finish in the top two in their rrespective weight classes at Saturday’’ s Jesse Snow Memorial Invitational at Maple Valley High School Saturday. Kodee Crouch at 119 pounds, Travis Franks at 171 and Cole Decker at 189 all were undefeated on the day to win flight championships for the Lions. Crouch and Franks were both 4-0, while Decker went 2-0. Crouch pinned Manistee’s Audrey Padillia and Biak Sang and Concord’s Racheal Hienman, and also scored a 5-0 win over Lakewood’s Mitchell Sutherland. Franks had four pins, sticking Manistee’s Ben Chandler, Lakewood’s Chandler, Garrett Phelps, and Battle Creek Lakeview’s Brady Broderick and Kyle Brown. In his two wins, Decker pinned Lakeview’s Zac Norstorm and Lakewood’s David McCarren. The Lion team finished fourth at the six-team tourna­ ment, which Lakewood won. Austin Creller went 3-1 for the Lions to finish as the runner-up at 215 pounds, pinning Lakeview’s Chris Sulka, Webberville’s Trent Badgero and Lakewood’s Ben Lubbers. In his other match, he was pinned by Lakewood’s Luke Tromp. Nathan Baird Baird (103 pounds) and and Zack Rosenberger (285) earned their runner-up finishes by going 1-1. Maple Valley also had Sam Bonney place third at 125 pounds, with a 2-2 record on the day. Now Servicing Barry County Richards BRANDI source MAJOR APPLIANCE Factory Trained Technicians Repair Service oh all Major Brands • Appliances Repair (269) 945-5100 I �Page 12 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, December 28,2013 Janette’s Bunkhouse comes to town by Shari Carney Staff Writer Clean, with a western touch, is how Janette Brodbeck describes the acco­ modations she has created as a short-term home away from home. This full-service unit, in Nashville, is avail­ able for a night, weekend or perhaps extended stay, said Brodbeck. This is an added enterprise for Brodbeck who, along with partner Jay Kimble, co-owns Shirley’s Chuckwagon. When the two purchased the restaurant, it included two connecting apartments This is a view of the 1940s retro kitchen inside Janette’s Bunkhouse. The bunkhouse is available for rent and is billed as “Your Home Away from Home.” Janette Brodbeck, creator and designer of Janette’s Bunkhouse, is sitting in the living room of the bunkhouse. The unit comes with a full bath, kitchen, bedroom and washer and dryer. 107 B Majpee Street Attached to Shirley's Chuckwagon Rental Apartment by the Day, Week or Weekend! • Centrally located (Battle Creek, Hastings, Ionia, Charlotte) • 1 bedroom, 2 pull out sofas - will sleep 5 comfortably • Full kitchen • Full bath • WiFi • Meal packages with Shirley’s Chuckwagon available • Walking distance for shopping, pharmacy, antique m3.ll, and Dollar General • Extended stay packages available AReinltablkl vaae Callforpricing... 616.890.9908 < _______ 068295B7j in the rear. Brodbeck converted one of them into an accomodation with short term stays in mind. There is nothing in the Maple Valley area like it, said Brodbeck who added people come for weddings, funerals, family get-togeth­ ers or festivals and may.need a “Even if you are here vis­ iting with family, it is nice to get away and have your own place to spread out,” said Brodbeck. Inside the bunkhouse are personal touches such as quilts made by her mother, Carolyn Dooley, shopping finds from Unique 66 Antiques and refurbished items with a nod to Pinterest an online site. A wallhanging, made from a wood pallette, dis­ plays seasonal decor in the living room area and the headboard in the bedroom is fashioned from a picket fence as are the window trimmings. Old barn wood, replete with brandings, was used to place to stay. This is the bedroom inside Janette’s Bunkhouse. The headboard is fashioned from a picket fence and the hand-made quilt was designed by her mother, Carolyn Dooley. create the exterior “Jeanette’s Bunkhouse” sign. The one bedroom unit fea­ tures accomodations for up to five, made possible with a full-sized bed, pull-out couch and oversized chair. The kitchen is 1940s retro and the unit includes a full bath, washer and dryer. Brodbeck, who resides in Woodland, is passionate about sharing local history and has a scrapbook full of local lore and a novel, From Poverty to Glory, by native’ author Tom Sprague Sr. dis­ played on the living room coffee table. These items were donated by Rosie and Dave Murphy of Nashville, she said. Brodbeck said she has many to thank for helping her with this enterprise including parents Myron and Carolyn Dooley, children Cody and Felicia, Kimble, Bill Flower, and Ralph Rasey. Conveniently located on Standing by a wallhanging made from a wood pallette 107 B Maple St., Jeanette’s Bunkhouse has its own is Janette Brodbeck. Brodbeck made the item with ideas Facebook page and website from the online site Pinterest. It hangs inside Janette’s in development. Bunkhouse located on Maple Street in Nashville. For more information on the accomodations or to Brodbeck at 616-890-9908 517-852-2201 and ask for reserve the unit call or Shirley’s Chuckwagon, Janette. From our Nashvillefamily ily to toyours. yours. We customers for placing their trust in us in 2013. We look forward to meeting your needs and exceeding your expectations in 2014. Hastings City Bank Member FDIC This sign for Janette’s Bunkhouse faces Maple Street. The sign is embellished with cattle brands to carry over a western theme. � 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/. 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