https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-01-05.pdf a2cc0d745f73b8a2b8ee77f5deef87d5 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY' Hastings Public Library 227 E State Street Hastings Ml 49058 news® >? Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 1, January 5, 2019 A local paper oftoday! Ewing turns down seat on school board Taylor Owens StaffWriter A seat is open on the Maple Valley Board of Education after Chris Ewing did not take the oath of office. Two days after the Nov. 6 election, while the votes were still being tallied, Ewing told the Maple Valley News he would resign immediately if he was elected. Ewing said he had accepted a new job last fall which would require him to move out of the district in March or April. He said he attempted to have his name taken off the ballot prior to the election, but it was too late. In the election, out of a field ofnine candidates run­ ning for four seats on the board, candidates Kristen Miller, Kimberly Wilkes and Craig Lackscheide were the top three vote-get­ ters. Ewing came in fourth, edging out then-board pres- ident Mark Rushford, 1,017 to 904 votes. On Nov. 12, Ewing said he would accept the posi­ tion and serve for three or four months on the school board until he moved. New Superintendent Katherine Bertolini said Thursday that Ewing did not take the oath of office and a new board member will need to be found in 30 days. Bertolini said the issue will be discussed at the board’s regular meeting on Jan. 14, and a special meet­ ing will likely be called later this month to make the final decision. Former board member Rob Franks along with Rushford, Garry Patrick, JeffZank, and Justin Keiffer all ran for the school board and some of these candi­ dates may decide to submit a letter of interest seeking appointment to the board. Ewing did not return a call for comment on his decision. New superintendent officially starts Taylor Owens StaffWriter Maple Valley officially has a new superintendent: Dr. Katherine Bertolini started her new job Wednesday. The former principal at Mason Summit High School and, most recently, a profes­ sor of educational adminis­ tration and teacher education at South Dakota State University, Bertolini was unanimously selected by the school board after a search process in October. An addendum made by the board to Bertolini’s contract allowed her to work from home before her first official day, to set up lines of com­ munication with the board, go through documentation and learn about the district. Bertolini said that kept her first week from becoming a blur, but her schedule is fill­ ing up fast after only a day on the job. The administration build­ ing was quiet during the hol­ iday break, but staff have been stopping into Bertolini’s office to introduce them­ selves. Bertolini also has been working on plans to : -1 ■ ■—•. ___ Maple Valley’s new superintendent, Dr. Katherine Bertolini, started this week. introduce herself and learn more about the district and the community. “Crafting relationships is key,” Bertolini said. She plans to have an orien­ tation with the new school board so she can build a rela­ tionship with them and work as a team. For parents, Bertolini has scheduled “Meet the Superintendent” nights for 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 8, at Fuller Street Elementary and Thursday, Jan. 10 at Maplewood, in the gyms. A third night for the high school will be announced soon, and See STARTS, page 3 Bellevue, Shelbyville women are Barry County board’s new leaders Medalists from the district DECA business and marketing competition Dec. 20, 2018, include (front row, from left) Elizabeth Colyer, Megan Walker Kaycie Schrader, Marah Myers, Mckayla Wieler, Vivian Russell, (second row) Duncan Seume, Mathew Slaight, Hailey Raymond, Hannah Pixley, Josey Terpening, (third row) Jonavon Gaiski, Carson Musser, Nick Austin, Alejandro Flores, (back) Anthony Raymond, Benjamin Benedict, Noah Hansen and Anna Brooke. DECA club wins at district competition The Maple Valley DECA club won more than 30 med­ als in a district business com­ petition at Kalamazoo Valley Community College Dec. 20. More than 50 students competed in business and marketing categories from apparel to travel, automotive and more. The competition is based on a 100-question test and role-play discussion based on the students’ areas of interest. In addition to their medals, 18 students qualified for the state DECA competition in Detroit March 8-10. Students who qualified for the state competition are Jonavon Gaiski, Blake Joppie, Nick Austin, Mckayla Weiler, Kaycie Schrader, Benjamin Benedict, Elizabeth Colyer, Adam Finkler, Alejandra Flores, Anthony Raymond, Hailey Raymond, Vivian Russell, Duncan Seume, Mathew Slaght, Megan Walker, Josey Terpening, Eliana Heinze and Mara Pena. Qualifying as alternates for the state competition are See DECA, page 3 Rebecca Pierce people who were in office would not have turned down Editor just a few weeks ago,” Geiger a nomination, which is how it Heather Wing of Bellevue said during a break. “This is happened. and Vivian Conner of going to be a very cordial Wing is from District 7, Shelbyville will lead the transition, and anything I can which includes Assyria, Barry County Board of do to help Chairman Wing Johnstown, Baltimore and Commissioners in 2019. succeed, I’m going to do.” Maple Grove townships. In the race for chairman, In her comments last week Conner is from District 6, two nominations were made about the year ahead, Wing which covers Prairieville, - Wing and Ben Geiger of was positive about the Orangeville and part of Woodland - at the board’s board’s accomplishments. “I Yankee Springs townships. organizational meeting think this commission has After the voting was done, Wednesday morning. done well the last two years, Drain Commissioner Jim A 4-3 vote for Wing and I think that the next two, Dull addressed commission­ removed Geiger from the ifwe can keep the ball rolling ers during the public com­ county leadership role he has the way we have, we’ll keep ment and praised the board getting a lot done.” filled for two years. under the leadership of The vote was by secret Wing’s two daughters, Geiger and Jackson for work­ ballot. Wing was nominated who were in the audience, ing well with his department. by Jon Smelker ofFreeport, a expressed pride in their He expressed the hope that motion that was seconded by mother being chosen to lead the board, under the leaderConner. Geiger was nominat­ the board. They said she did See LEADERS, page 3 ed by David Jackson of not actively seek the role, but Delton, seconded by Dan Parker of Middleville. In the race for vice chair­ man, Jackson, who had held that post last year, was replaced by Conner. Two choices had been pro­ • Group of all-state athletes posed for that role: Geiger highlight Lions’ sports year nominated Jackson; Howard Gibson of Hastings nominat­ • Nashville EMS employees ed Conner. receive wage increase In the 5-2 vote, only • Brumm wins title at Jim Wade Geiger and Wing voted for Family Classic Jackson. But Jackson didn’t vote for himself. He voted • Group of all-state athletes for Conner, as did Gibson, highlight Lions’ sports year Parker and Smelker. “These are the same seven In This Issue __________ �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, January 5,2019 Steps underway to clear legionella bacteria from hospital water system Joan Van Houten Staff Writer Spectrum Health Pennock officials say they’re acting aggressively to eradicate the bacteria that was found in the hospital water system - and they’re taking more steps to eliminate the legionella, the bacterium known to cause Legionnaires’ disease. Legionella was found in the hospital water supply in late December. Barry Eaton District Health Department con­ firmed the finding in a Dec. 27 press release. Spectrum Health Pennock Hospital filed its first report of a patient diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease to the health department in September 2018. A second report of a patient with Legionnaires’ was reported by the hospital in November 2018. That 92-year-old male patient died from chronic aspiration pneumonia shortly after the diagnosis, officials said. Barry-Eaton District Health Medical Director Daniel Woodall said it has not been determined if the man’s death was caused by Legionnaires’ disease. But patients and out-pa­ tients were told about the discovery, Spectrum Health Pennock President Angela Ditmar said, and all the safe­ ty measures in place and remediation efforts in prog­ ress, “so our patients could The staff of the surgical unit at Spectrum Health Pennock Hospital at work Wednesday are (left, from front) Kate Murray, technician; Dawne Vankuilenburg, a nurse technician; (right, from front) Shilo Scott, technician; Emily Flessner, nurse; Taylor Dickinson, nurse; and Lori Tobias, nursing supervisor. drinking water, is being introduced into the hospital’s water supply through the fil­ ter. According to Spectrum Health officials, water sam­ Executive Director of Spectrum Health Pennock ples are being taken daily Foundation Janine Dalman stands beside a new filter from several areas of the placed on a public bathroom water faucet at the hospi­ hospital to maintain an ade­ tal. The specialized filters are the same as those used quate concentration of the in surgical rooms for bone marrow transplants. disinfectant to eradicate legionella. Cultures of water make informed decisions on else.” samples will be conducted whether they were confident City of Hastings officials every two weeks for the next in continuing to receive ser­ said recent test results indi- three months by a certified vices here - or if they pre­ cate there is no presence of legionella testing lab. ferred to go somewhere legionella or any contami­ After that, additional test­ nants in the city’s drinking ing will be scheduled by the water; and there is no reason Michigan Department of to believe the bacteria origi­ Health and Human Services nated from, or is present in, and according to recommen­ Maple Valley Schools has a vacancy on the Board the city’s public drinking dations from expert consul­ of Education. Anyone interested in filling this water supply. tants. The city’s water distribu­ position until approximately December 31, 2020 The hospital is continuing tion system is tested daily, to test patients for should submit a letter of interest to Dr. Bertolini, and at other intervals, in Legionnaires’ disease as a Superintendent at the Administration office, accordance with the require­ precautionary measure. 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI by ments of the Michigan Various factors are being DepartmentofEnvironmental used to determine which 4:00 PM Monday, January 14, 2019. Quality and the Michigan patients should be focused Department ofPublic Health. on, such as the dates of inpa­ City officials said tient stay, type of healthcare * • ft rfa i'1 Hastings’ drinking water sys­ service provided and symp­ Ifyou see this cool dude... tem is isolated from the hos­ toms. pital system by devices that Legionnaires’ disease is a allow the water to travel one- severe lung inflammation way only - into the facility. usually caused by the infecon January 6th This protects the city’s drink­ tion. The disease cannot be wish him a L ing water supply from any passed from person to per­ Happy 40th j t contaminants that could pos­ son, and most people get sibly originate at the hospi­ Legionnaires’ disease from tal, they said. inhaling small water droplets Birthday! “We will continue to work carrying the bacteria. Older closely with Spectrum Health adults, smokers and people You will always be Pennock Hospital and the with weakened immune sys­ our favorite! Barry Eaton District Health tems are particularly suscep­ Department as they investi- tible. gate this matter,” City Love, April, Garrett, According to the Michigan Manager Jeff Mansfield said. Department of Health and Brady Sc Mom The hospital’s first steps Human Services, the state is of remediation began Dec. experiencing an increase in 28, with installation of water cases of Legionnaires’ dis­ filters for all showers and ease. A press released issued faucets in patient rooms and on July 9, noted 135 conCheck Out Our water faucets throughout the firmed cases of the disease Ca>du, Bi'ui facility. were reported in 33 counties Ditmar said the 60-day fil­ from January to July. There Jack & Judy‘s\ ters are a short-term fix while were no reported cases of the fresh-water supply sys­ Legionnaires’ disease from Country \ tem is being treated and Barry County until this past Kettle ) Monday - Friday monitored. Ifthe bacteria has fall. j not been eradicated by the 6 a.m. - 10 a.m. end of the 60 days, the filters will be replaced. 113N.Main, Also, on Friday, the work Find out more about. Nashville SS 2 Eggs, Meat, Toast of flushing out the water sys­ what the Barry County with 1/4 order of tem began, and a monochlo­ 517-852-9700 board is doing - and Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Potatoes or 1/4 order ramine filtration system was how it affects you Biscuits and Gravy, installed to the water main. Nashville s Friendly Family in Thursday’s Restaurant with Family Prices! Monochloramine, a disinfec­ with Coffee. Hastings Banner. tant commonly used for NOTICE (JeffBacke) Hdrne Cookin' BREAKFAST SPECIAL >6.50 TAYLOK MADE by Taylor Owens What I learned from 2018 Taylor Owens Staff Writer This week marks my sec­ ond year of writing for the Maple Valley News and, even in this small communi­ ty, a lot went on - and a lot has changed. It struck me that so many of my most frequent con­ tacts in the community in 2017, like Todd Gonser at the high school or Shauna Swantek at Putnam District Library, were gone after being staples ofthe commu­ nity for years. Of course, the biggest resignation this year was superintendent Michelle Falcon. So many people expressed their frustrations to me about the way the school district was headed, and how they wished there could be a change that just wasn’t happening. Then out of the blue this summer I got a heads-up, and got hold of Falcon’s resignation letter. Two weeks later, she was gone. It was complicated year for the school. For a while it seemed like I had to write an update every week on the financial struggles, but 1 hope that won’t have to be the case next year. Like the staff, I would much rather spend my time at the school with the students, writing about what they’re excited about and working on. But after many hours of meetings and interviews with candidates during the superintendent search pro­ cess, I came away genuinely impressed with Dr. Katherine Bertolini’s resume and interviews. I hope things will get better, and I think they will. I am encouraging every­ body to take advantage of the opportunities to meet the new superintendent, and get an idea of where she wants to take Maple Valley over the coming years. I was a high school stu­ dent at Maple Valley when we went through a much worse budget crisis, and it sucked. It’s been a tough year for many people outside the school district, too. At the Sandyland benefit concert for Brian Gilton, after he was diagnosed with bladder cancer, I had to interview everybody hunched over my notebook to keep it dry from the con­ stant rain. A few weeks later, I was at the main Sandyland concert, standing in the same place, doing the same thing, but this time I was interviewing people taking shelter under the water misters because it was so hot. Both concerts strug­ gled for turnout. As did Visit Vermontville Day, where I almost fell on my face in the middle of South Main Street because the heat had melted the crack sealant on the street and it stuck to my shoe when I stepped on it. One of my most somber interviews was with Ron Ohler, literally standing in the ashes of the concrete and machining businesses he’d owned since he was in high school, after they were consumed by Nashville’s biggest fire in decades. But tragedies also were followed by community support. After the crash that See 2018, page 6 �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, January 5, 2019 — Page 3 LEADERS, continued from page 1 STARTS, continued from page 1--------------------------is planned in conjunction with a basketball game. Bertolini also plans to con­ tinue the “Coffee with the Superintendent” morning meet-and-greets that interim superintendent Mike Knapp had started. “I’m really looking for­ ward to meeting the parents,” Bertolini said. “I want to just give them my vision ofwhere I see us going as a district.” Bertolini said her vision is not to make changes, but to continue building on what is working. “At this point, I think we’ve already started tre­ mendous things,” Bertolini said. “I’m extremely impressed with the faculty here.” Bertolini said she fairly optimistic about the school’s financial situation and the strategy being taken to elimi­ nate the deficit. That deficit of about Chairwoman Heather Wing accepts the gavel from the former chairman, Ben Geiger. (Photo by Rebecca Pierce) ship of Wing and Conner, would continue to do the same. In other action, the board sets its meeting schedule for the year and approved appointments to committees. Parker offered to relin­ quish his post on the BarryEaton District Health Department if another com­ missioner wanted to serve in his place. No one expressed an interest in filling Parker’s seat on the health department board. After a short break, the commissioners met in a com­ mittee of the whole session and heard a report from County Administrator Michael Brown on a grant application for $16,413 through the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs to cover the cost of education, com­ munication and outreach regarding the Michigan Medical Marijuana Act in Barry County. The grant amount is based on the number of registry identification cards issued or renewed in the county as of Sept. 30,2018. With a Jan. 1 deadline for the grant application, the turnaround time to apply was short, so a grant application was submitted, Brown said. But the board’s formal approval of grant funding will be requested later this month when health depart­ ment officials attend the “I’m really looking forward to meeting the parents. I want to just give them my vision of where I see us going as a district.” Dr. Katherine Bertolini $75,000 in the last fiscal year means the Michigan Department of Education requires monthly reporting on the budget — and that can help school administrators keep a close eye on the situa­ tion, Bertolini said. She said she intends to focus much of her time spent on budgetary matters toward obtaining grants to support school programs, especially ones that have fewer restric­ tions on how the money can be spent. Another priority for DECA, continued from page 1 — Ashalee Ehlers, Katie Villanueva, Marah Myers, Genevive Remsing, Isaac Christopher, Ryleigh Courier, Jacub Wolcott, Jiliann Moore, Kayli Hansen, Ximena Tovar, Garrett Backe, Kay Bansemer, Hannah Kinney, Derek Myers and Andrew Sebastian. At the next level, students will take another test on busi­ ness and compete in two role­ play events. Students who win in the state competition will be able to compete at Orlando in April at the DECA national competition, where they will have a chance to win scholar­ ships. Additional students who received medals at the KVCC competition were Hannah Pixley, Devin Thompson, Annastasia Brooke, Marah Myers, Noah Hansen and Jonas Hutchins. KEEPING YOU ( Heather Wing, new chairwoman of the Barry County Board of Commissioners, was chosen in a 4-3 vote Wednesday. board’s Jan. 15 meeting to answer questions and pro­ vide any further information. In other business, the com­ missioners voted to recommend approval of the reappointment of Cindy Vujea to the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority to a two-year term ending Dec. 31,2021. The next meeting of the board will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 8, on the mez­ zanine level of the county courthouse in downtown Hastings. 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State in Nashville 517-852-0882 Mon. thru Sat. 7:30 am to 5:30 pm �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, January 5, 2019 Group of all-state athletes highlight Lions’ sports year Maple Valley sophomore outside hitter Keilyn The Maple Valley varsity boys' soccer team took the championship at its own Maple Valley Invitational at Fuller Carpenter earned honorable mention all-state this fall, Street Field in late September. helping lead the Lion varsity volleyball team to a runnerup finish behind the perennial champions from Lakewood. Brett Bremer Sports Editor X trio of Maple Valley student-athletes earned all­ state honors for their suc­ cesses in 2018, and a couple of them have a lot more time to do great things as Lions. Wrestlers Jesse Brumm and Franklin Ulrich both fin­ ished on the medal stand at the 2018 Division 4 Individual State Finals, which took place at Ford Field in downtown Detroit for the first time. Ulrich capped offhis second straight all-state wrestling season with a seventh-place finish in Division 4’s 160-pound weight class while Brumm, a freshman at the time, reached the state championship match - finishing as the state run- Maple Valley freshman Jamie Steele was one of two Lions to earn second team all-conference honors in the Greater Lansing Activities Conference girls’ cross country competition this fall, joining sophomore teammate Megan Valiquette in earning the honor. was okay with it,” Brumm said of his loss to Fry in the finals. “I was just happy I got second as a freshman.” Brumm, wrestling up a weight class this winter, is off to an 18-1 start. The 2018-19 school year also opened with an all-state performance from sopho­ more Keilyn Carpenter. She was named honorable men­ tion all-state in Division 3 at the end of the fall season in which she helped lead the Lions to a runner-up finish in the Greater Lansing Activities Conference behind the perennial league champi­ ons from Lake wood. Carpenter surpassed the 1000 career kill mark in October and finished her sophomore season with 623 total kills, playing all around the rotation for the Lion team. Underclassmen led the way for the Lions, with a solid season from sophomore setter Trista Medina and junior libero Josey Terpening as well as others. A couple of the biggest stories of 2018 came out of the Maple Valley varsity football program, as usual. “We have really got a solid group of seniors who have committed to making Maple Valley football a presence again,” Maple Valley head coach Marty Martin said after his team became play­ off eligible with its fifth win of the season, in week nine against Comstock. “These kids have played their hearts out for Maple Valley. From day one they really wanted to make Maple Valley relevant. That one playoff win last year made them hungry for more. We have been talking about the opportunity of try­ ing to get into the playoffs and trying to get some hard­ ware. We were so close last year and the kids really want that opportunity again this year.” Maple Valley went 5-4 during the regular season, earning a playoff spot for the second season in a row, but ultimately falling 49-6 in its Division 7 Pre-District con­ test at Cassopolis. Maple Valley won’t get the chance to continue its playoff streak. Because of a lack of numbers in the foot­ ball program Maple Valley is making the move to 8-player football next fall. Continued next page ner-up. Brumm was 48-2 in his freshman season, with his only two losses to wrestlers who won individual state championships. Manchester senior Reese Fry pinned Brumm a minute and a half into their 112-pound champiSenior point guard Logan Valiquette helped lead the onship at the end of the Maple Valley varsity boys’ basketball team to a district Division 4 finals. final against Pewamo-Westphalia in March. “When the ref called the pin I got up and smiled, but I s s I ^1 HAIR • NAILS • PRODUCT 207 N. Main St. • 517.852.0313 Find u» on Facebook Stylist Teri Knoll I Stylist Lynzie Smith Receptionist Gloria Guernsey Owners Kimberly & Joe Rodriguez F 1 50% OFF । SHOP SMALL ~ one product or styling tool of your choice with coupon (in stock only) % % Maple Valley freshman Jesse Brumm (top) works his way to win over Vassar’s Zachary Goss in their 112-pound championship semifinal match at the Division 4 Individual State Finals at Ford Field in Detroit in March. Brumm finished off his freshman season as the state runner-up with a record of 48-2. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, January 5,2019 — Page 5 Maple Valley senior Franklin Ulrich holds down Newberry’s Alex Henry during their match at the Division 4 Individual State Finals at Ford Field in Detroit. Ulrich went on to place seventh at the finals, earning all-state honors for the second season in a row. From previous page ^Ss Sib 1 *55i Lt fi5W ijtai , feaa"«i* f"i* “Ma, *■•’> ^itue^^ ^itue^^E ^E iSSI: jvuli jvuli^ii K®k M.I'iluiSjjj talk (fl®;. I®! ipJWitg ski atas®;; Si® iK-istwisi fit soliiiiiista Maple Valley will not be able to qualify for the MHSAA’s 8-player football playoffs in 2019 based on enrollment numbers that exceed the maximum for the sport that was originally designed for only the very smallest schools in the state. That is as rule that the Lions, as well as many other pro­ grams in similar circum­ stances, hope to see altered in the future. During his report to the Maple Valley Board of Education in November for­ mer board member and ath­ letic committee chairman Rob Franks said the school does not have enough partic­ ipants to continue with the current football program with 11-member teams. He said the school will have maybe 24 kids in the football program in the entire high school in 2019, with five to six of them in ninth grade. “That’s just plain not enough to maintain a JV and varsity football program,” said Franks. “You don’t want to throw freshman to the wolves.” Franks said after looking at the level of interest in the younger grades, those num­ bers will likely continue for the next three years. He said the school’s only option at this point is to move to eight-member football. “I take no joy in it, but its a reality” said Franks. “Faced with the other option of shut­ ting down the program - its a no brainer.” Other schools in the Greater Lansing Activites Conference are adjusting to the change as well. Lakewood athletic director Mike Quinn said he wrapped up his final bit of football scheduling in December, finalizing a bail­ game with Ludington in The Maple Valley varsity football team fell in its against Ludington the final week of August, but rallied for a 5-4 regular season and a spot in the state playoffs for the conference second consecutive season. Due to low numbers in the program though, the Lions the Maple have decided that the school will not be able to support an 11-man football program in the upcoming seasons. The Lions will begin playing 8-man football next fall, but handful of because of the size of the school system the team will not be able to qualify for the to the fall MHSAA state playoffs in the sport. place of the match-up with Valley Lions. There were a other highlights season though. The Maple Valley varsity boys’ soccer team once again won its Maple Valley Invitational at Fuller Street Field in September. The Lions’ Eli Nelson bounced back from having a penalty kick saved by the Factoryville keeper in the first half to score two times in the second half of a 2-1 Lion win the championship game, after winning their tournament opener against Barry County Christian 3-2. Lion sophomore Megan Valiquette and freshman Jamie Steele both earned sec­ ond-team all-conference in cross country, placing ninth and 11th respectively at the GLAC Championship for the Maple Valley girls’ team. asci iUifEiffif I at i n Stic lih'i- iraffl fcs fe rejilsiE ini asijMl1^ i Lb aaiiMiiiiO Bds iwlyti^Wii tT21 anr. aita^ , Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Jan. 7 Chicken tenders, mashed potatoes & gravy, fiesta com, apple. Tuesday, Jan. 8 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes & gravy, baby Brussels sprouts, dinner roll, fruited jello. Wednesday, Jan. 9 Fish sandwich, cheese, bun, coleslaw, cheese broccoli soup, fruit crisp. Thursday, Jan. 10 Burrito bake, tossed salad, fiesta com, banana. Friday, Jan. 11 Meatloaf & gravy, baked potato, green beans, dinner roll, fruit. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Jan. 7 Egg salad, sandwich thin, black bean salad, grapes. Tuesday, Jan. 8 Breakfast bread, cottage cheese, citrus sections, vegetable juice. Wednesday, Jan. 9 Asian chicken salad, Asian pasta salad, muffin, fruited jello. Thursday, Jan. 10 Turkey ham & Swiss cheese, sandwich thin, fresh vegetables, diced peaches. Friday, Jan. 11 Taco salad, Mexican bean & rice salad, com muffin, pineapple. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Jan. 7 Roast pork & gravy, sweet potatoes, broccoli, dinner roll, orange. Tuesday, Jan. 8 Bean soup with turkey ham, Italian blend vegetables, crackers, applesauce. Wednesday, Jan. 9 Chicken tenders, roasted red potatoes, com, banana. Thursday, Jan. 10 Breaded pork chip, baby lima beans, winter squash, strawberries. Friday, Jan. 11 Meatloaf, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, dinner roll, apple. Activities Calendar Monday, Jan. 7 - NO Card Program. Hastings: TV Strings 10:30 a.m.; Painting Group 1 p.m. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m.; BP Checks; Woodland: Skipbo and Shuffleboard. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, Jan. 8 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Massage 10:30 a.m.noon; BP Checks 10:30 a.m. Nashville - dominoes 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 9 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Parkinson’s Support 5 p.m. N/W - BP Checks. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Woodland: Skipbo and Shuffleboard. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Thursday, Jan. 10 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music w/Celia 10:30 a.m.; Brain Works 1 p.m.; Sr. Zumba 4:30 p.m.; Zumba 5:30 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.;TVTime. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Friday, Jan. 11 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 9:30 a.m.; Iron Rails 10:30 a.m. Woodland: Skipbo and Shuffleboard. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Sophomore Alshlyn Wilkes from the girls’ team and junior Ben Benedict from the boys’ team both earned hon­ orable mention all-confer­ ence. Wilkes had a big winter season for the Lions in 2018 as well, finishing off one of the Lion varsity girls’ basket­ ball team’s top freshman sea­ sons ever. She led her team in scoring with 10.1 points per game, and also was one of the Lions’ leaders in rebounds, assists, steals and blocked shots. In other girls’ basketball news Ashlyn is being coached by her father Landon Wilkes, the Maple Valley athletic director who returns to lead the program after a short hiatus. Outside of of the school one of the biggest sports sto­ ries of 2018 was the opening of the Landon Athletics pole vault training center, a life­ long dream of pole vault guru Jerry Sessions. “It’s a long time coming,” said Sessions, who purchased the property on Nashville Hwy., just down the road from the high school two years ago. The project took longer than they expected, and quite a bit of excavation work had to be done before the building could begin. But an open house was held in August for community mem­ bers and vaulters to check out the building. “The dream isn’t necessar­ ily the building, but its the kids involved and getting to be of service,” said Aria Sessions. “We’re just really thankful.” With a footprint of 60-by175 ft., and a ceiling of 24 to 27 feet, the building itself is massive and looks even big­ ger on top of a hill on Nashville Hwy., just down the road from the high school. Nashville EMS employees receive wage increase Taylor Owens Staff Writer The Castleton Maple Grove Nashville Emergency Medical Services board has raised the wages of its employees after the town­ ships and village boards voted to provide an extra $4,000 a year. Board President and Castleton Township Supervisor Cheryl Hartwell said during a township meet- ing Thursday that EMT wages went from $10.10 to $11 an hour, specialists received a 75-cent raise to $11.75 an hour, and medics went from $12.30 to $13.50 an hour. Interim CMGNA EMS Director Mel Oakley pro­ posed a wage hike during the October EMS board meeting in an effort to attract more employees. Low staffing can lead to the ambulance temporarily going out of service, which happened repeatedly in 2017, and was one of the reasons the Barry County Medical Control Authority temporari­ ly pulled the service’s license in January 2018. The new wages were paid for with $1,000 quarterly payments from Castleton and Maple Grove townships, and the village of Nashville. ESTATE AUCTION OF HOME LOCATED ON 10± ACRES OF LAND LOCATED AT 302 E. Main Street, Vermontville, Ml on: WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2019 • 12:30 P.M. Selling this home with three bedrooms, bath, living and dining rooms, kitchen, family room with fireplace located on approximately 10 acres of land. A garage/pole building is also included with the property. OPEN HOUSES: Wednesday, January 23, 4:00-5:30 p.m. and Sunday, January 27 - 1:00-2:30 p.m. Call for a flyer with additional information. ESTATE OF PATRICIA PRESCOTT Phone: 517-726-0181 Fax: 517-726-0060 144 South Main St. P.O. Box 146 Vermontville, Ml 49096 e-mail: stantonsauctions@sbcqlobal.net .Website: www.stantons-auctions.com Selling real estate and all types of property, at auction, anywhere. NAA �Pay 0 _ Just Say ‘A* Advertised in the Maple VaHey News' Saturday January 5.2019 2018, continued from page 2 What’s ahead? Local leaders focus on goals lost the things that had made it a vibrant community, and it needed to bring those types ofjobs and values back. But instead he said the opposite. J-Ad News Services Doug said somebody needs Local leaders in Barry to have a vision for the com­ County are starting 2019 munity that will bring it into with positive outlooks and NOTICE the 21st century, that the vil­ specific goals. We are attompkng to collect a lage will never again be like They all see some formi­ debt and any intomteon obtained it was in the 1950's or ’60s. wi* be used tor that purpose dable challenges ahead but I think he's right. Nobody’s Notify us at the number below also seemed hopeful that M you are in active miMary duty ever accused me directly, but accomplishments made thus MORTGAGE SALE - Pursuant 1 talk to a lot of people who far would provide a solid to the terms and condition* erf tell me that the younger (my)) foundation for what they a certain mortgage gg made by y generation isn’t as communi­ CARISSA ANN WHITE . a angle hope to accomplish this year ty-oriented as older genera­ woman. Mortgagors, to Mortgage for the communities they Electronic Registration System* tions. I don't think that’s serve. (MER3) a* nominee tor Inc (MER3) a* nominee tor of the Opera, it was in the quite right. I think my gener­ Pacific Union Financial, LLC, For Barry County United furthest back seat of the ation has its own sense of Way Executive Director Mortgagee, dated the 9th day at January. 2017 and recorded Wharton Center on a spectac- community, but we’ve just Lani Forbes, a major con­ in tthe office of the Register of ularly bad date.) Sitting in the grown up with access to cern is the local housing Deeds, tor The County of Barry front row watching Karrie, many different communities. shortage. and State of Michigan, on the who had played the phantom People are active in commu­ 2Mh day of January. 2017 in “We are looking forward Doc* 2017-000836 and rearound the world, perform nities online that share their to working with many enti­ recorded 06/13/2017 in doc# the themes from the musical passions for art, sports, hob­ ties at addressing the housing 2017-005918 of Barry County alongside local singing stubies, religion and literally shortage across our county,” Records said Mortgage Records, Mortae having havin dents was much better. everything else. been assigned to Freedom Forbes said. Whether those online com­ One of my biggest surprisMortgage Corporation on which The United Way supports mortgage there Is claimed to be es ofthe year was when I was munities are healthy in the numerous organizations and due, at the date of this notice, the covering the first of the new same way can be debated. I programs that support youth, sum of Two Hundred Thirty Five think there’s both good and families, seniors and urgent Vermontville Congregational Thousand Two Hundred Thirty Church breakfasts. Just as I bad. The internet is infamous or emerging needs through Three & 69/100 ($235,233.69), for being full of people by virtue of the power of sale was getting ready to leave, its annual campaign contin­ contained in said mortgage, and Doug Kelsey, months into his attacking each other, or as an ues. Forbes said the organi­ pursuant to statute of the State of battle with pancreatic cancer, echo chamber for reinforcing zation is at 69 percent of the Michigan, notice is hereby given biases. But I also see people current campaign’s goal of stopped in for breakfast. that on the 24th day of January, He was using a walker at of my generation learning $625,000. 2019 at 1:00 PM o'clock Local new skills on the internet, Time, said mortgage will be that point, and it clearly took District 7 Commissioner foreclosed by a sale at public him a tremendous amount of giving each other advice, Heather Wing of Bellevue, auction, to the highest bidder, effort, but he was determined finding a career or raising said she doesn’t make New at the Barry County Courthouse money for somebody going in Hastings, Ml, of the premises to be there. Year’s resolutions. I first met Doug Kelsey through tough times — much described in said mortgage, But, when it comes to pri­ or so much thereof as may be when I was in the fifth grade, like what goes on in this orities, Wing said, “I think necessary to pay the amount due, and my class raked his yard. community. it’s obvious: How to get this with interest thereon at 4.7500 I talk to a lot of people Somewhere along the line, per annum and all legal costs, jail taken care of. That’s real­ we discovered he was the who say that there just aren’t ly the pressing thing that we charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, “mayor” of Vermontville. any young people showing and also any sum or sums which Many of the other kids were up at government meetings, have. Commission on Aging — we have a building and it’s may be paid by the undersigned, asking him to sign their hands joining clubs, or attending necessary to protect its interest serving their servng erpurpose.u purpose. But thee or arms. I thought that was ceremonies and events. I I jail seems like it’s a bit more in the premises. Which said premises are described as stupid, because the ink would don’t know that young peo­ in peril.” follows: All that certain piece just wash off - so I asked him ple have really grown that As far as additional con­ or parcel of land, Including any to sign my shoe, and he kind­ apathetic toward the idea of and all structures, and homes, cerns, “other than trying to ly agreed. engagement. I think the mar­ manufactured or otherwise, save a few bucks here or I interviewed him just a ket for which community located thereon, situated in the there, ” she added, “I think City of Hastings, County of Barry, few weeks before he died of they spend their time with State of Michigan, and described cancer, and I mentioned that I has just become a lot more this commission has done as follows, to wit: Lot 731 and well the last two years and I the North North 1/2 1/2 of of Lots Lots 729 729 and and had been to his house once competitive. the think that the next two, if we Maple Valley, like count­ 730, of the City, formerly Village before when my class raked can keep the ball rolling the of Hastings, according to the his yard. less other small towns around way we have, we’ll keep getplat thereof, as recorded in Barry The first thing he said was, the world, needs to find a LEGAL NOTICE County Records 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 30 days after the foreclosure sale or when the time to provide the notice required by the statute expires, whichever is later. 600.3278, the will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging 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: 12/22/2018 Freedom Mortgage Corporation Mortgagee FABRIZIO & BROOK, PC. Attorney for Servicer 700 Tower Drive, Ste. 510 Troy, Ml 46098 (248) 362-2600 FMC FMC FHA WHITECAR (12-22)(01-12) 109975 killed Eugene and Earl Miller, and severely injured Rita Miller, the fundraiser dinner for Rita’s recovery spurred in a massive turnout. More than 500 people came into the Vermontville Township Fire Bam to have dinner together and give their support - in a village with a population of 767 people. My personal favorite event J covered all year was the fundraiser for Sing Studios students, which featured an evening with world famous opera singer Peter Karrie. (The last time I saw Phantom Pursuant to MCLA FOR your home/farm/ busithe mortgagor(s) ness. Call Diamond Propane for a free quote. 866-579-9993. Wanted WANTED: A 9FT wide x 10ft tall insulated garage door. Call 269-838-7053. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: AB real ate adierii—f in this newspaper is subject to the Mr Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ gal to advertise preference. hniitatK*i or discrimination based on race, odor, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, ape or marital status, or an intention, to make any such prefuwa.. limitation or A eenwn nation ” Familial state includes children under the age of II living with parents or legal custodians, pig—■ women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advenisi ng for real estate winch is in viola tton of the law Our readers are hereby tnfonned available, ble, full hookups, bathbath­ In the past week, Eaton rooms.. 58 acres with winter County sheriff’s deputies fishing. $300 month plus have responded to 29 alarms, electric. Stacy 517-852-4516. 14 car accidents, 36 citizen assists, 16 well-being checks, Business Services 23 domestic disputes, 15 BLEAM EAVESTROUGH- shoplifting complaints, eight ING SEAMLESS gutter. 50 drug offenses, nine larcenies, colors, free estimates. Since 14 operating while impaired 1959 (269)945-0004. incidents, eight personal www.bleameaves.com injury crashes, 39 property GUTTER LEAF GUARD: damage crashes, 60 suspiWe install several styles of cious situations, 21 traffic leaf protection for your gutter hazards, 140 traffic stops, 18 & downspout system, one traffic violations and eight for every problem & budget vacation checks. Before you sign a high priced Overall, deputies respond­ contract with the big city firms, ed to 743 calls for service get a price from us. We've served this area since 1959. and events. BLEAM E AVESTROUCHING (269)945-0004. Help Wanted that all dwellings advertised in Bw 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 num­ Digital TV Antennas Cell Phone Boosters B17.to4e.OASS TV AMTf W»* I TOWER 1MSUUJHVN, ber for the bearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. BARN HELP WANTED: MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH HORSES. LOCATED IN HASTINGS. CONTACT: 269-207-4218 OR zlpowellff yahoo.com. Eaton County Sheriff Tom Reich offered the following advice to Maple Valley News readers: “First, I want to start out by wishing each and every one of you a very Happy New Year. I truly hope that 2019 2019 brings brings you you safety, safety, good good health, loving family and Heather Wing Ben Geiger ting a lot done.” District 5 Commissioner Ben Geiger of Woodland said he has resolved to help achieve the following “for Barry County: Address our crumbling facilities and con­ tinue improving our citizen boards. For myself: Repaint the garage.” District 4 Commissioner Jon Smelker of Freeport is a member ofthe county board’s ad hoc committee that is studying the district health department. “I hope that the health department comes to a good end,” Smelker said, “but I County resident contacted us to report that they were con­ tacted by someone claiming to be from the Social Security Administration. The citizen was clever enough not to fall victim to their tactics and asked that we make you aware: Individuals posing as Social Security employees call and ask for personal information like your name, Social Security number and bank account information. The caller alleges that they need this information so they can issue you additional funds or rebates, or they allege that, because of a com­ puter glitch, your personal information has been lost. “Another scam used an email that was designed to look like it came from Social Security. It provided infor­ mation about the annual cost-of-living-adjustment and directed readers to a website designed to look like Social Security’s site so peo- can’t tell you yet, without being all done with the ad hoc committee, which end that will be.” As a representative of the southern and western portion of Barry County, District 6 Commissioner Vivian Conner said she is focused on the flooding crisis there. Her goal for this year is “to find a short-term and long­ term solution to the flooding issues at Crooked Lake and Upper Crooked Lake.” District 2 Commissioner Dan Parker of Middleville was clear on his resolutions for the year: “That we have full funding to finish the Paul Henry Trail through Barry County - and a clear under­ standing for how we should fund facilities for the jail and COA. District 3 Commissioner David Jackson of Delton said his goals for the year include continuing to engage as many families as possible and the issues that are import­ ant to them, and to be a con­ duit for help and information to connect families to their local government. District 1 Commissioner Howard Gibson of Hastings didn’t have a resolution for the year, but has said his big­ gest concerns are the jail and the Commission on Aging. He also has pushed for a study of the Barry-Eaton District Health Department to determine whether that combination has been advan­ tageous to Barry County. An ad hoc committee of the county board is conduct­ ing a financial study of the health department now, with its findings to be reported to the county board soon. “I would like to see more agen­ cies that are self-supporting and less of a burden to the taxpayer.” tion to identity thieves and criminals. “In an effort to combat such scams, we want to make one thing perfectly clear: Social Security will not send you an email asking you to give them your personal information, such as your Social Security number, date of birth, or other private information. “If someone saying they are from Social Security does email you requesting infor­ mation, don’t respond to the message. Instead, contact our local Social Security office at 1(800)772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to see whether the Social Security Administration really needs any information from you. “Whatever you do, don’t fall victim to a scam, and don’t give out your personal information.” Yours in Public Safety, Sheriff Tom Reich �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, January 5,2019 — Page 7 Brumm wins title at Jim Wade Family Classic Lyle Varney Harley Barcroft NASHVILLE, MI - Harley (Skip) Barcroft, age 63, of Nashville passed away Sun­ day, Dec. 30, 2018 at Metro Health, in Grand Rapids. Harley was bom in Hast­ ings on February 19, 1955, the son ofthe late David and Marlene (Schaeffer) Bar­ croft. He was raised in the Nash­ ville area and attended Maple Valley Schools and gradu­ ating from Hastings High School in 1987. He contin­ ued his education at Lansing Community College where he studied machinery repair and maintenance. Shortly after graduating High School, Harley began working for ETM Enterpris­ es in Grand Ledge where he was responsible for main­ taining all of the machines the company uses to make reinforced fiberglass parts. Harley was a hard worker and has been with the com­ pany for over 40 years. He was the husband of Judy (Morehouse) Barcroft. The couple was married on Dec 31, 1975 in Hastings and made their home togeth­ er in Castleton Township. Along with his wife and fam­ ily, the couple enjoyed camp­ ing in Northern Michigan and South Haven. Whenever possible Harley enjoyed be­ ing outdoors hunting, fishing and working in his garage. Harley is survived by his beloved wife Judy; his daughter, Jennifer (Rob Goris) Ackett; three step­ sons, Ken Whitinger, Wes Whitinger, George (Ange- luiktiatf '•■»■ ftajMiat ii^jisi Eiaiakn oetafi fititani.r * 2 5 SStSBif^i stt: it ®Mm' KjtffctKWtB Vl'tA S3E&?uasisi alfiiittn six's; la) Whitinger; his sister, Tina (Ken) McManemey; two brothers, Dwayne Bar­ croft, Paul (Joy) Barcroft; five grandchildren Savanah, Hunter, Tyler, Kelsey, and Konner; four great grand­ children Michael,Ty, Damien and Kailee. Funeral services will be held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2019 with Pastor Roy Atherton of­ ficiating. The family will receive visitors two hours prior to the funeral service beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday Jan. 5, 2019. Immediately following the funeral service there will be a time of fellowship and refreshments at the funeral home. Interment will take place at Hosmer Cemetery in Castle­ ton Township. Memorial contributions can be made to Shriners Hos­ pital for Children Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please vis­ it our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net ocal hurch Schedule CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School................................ 1 0 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.................................... .11 a.m. Evening Worship....................................... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................................ 7 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship...................................... 11 Evening Worship........................................ 6 .Wednesday Family Night Service.............................. 6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 930 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) (Nursery Provided) ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES 1 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. Phone: (517) 543-5488 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 10: 00 a.m............................ Church Service 11: 00 a.m..................................... Fellowship REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School......................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship............ P.M. Worship ,.. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE "No matter who you are, or where you are on life’sjourney, you are welcome here.' Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (269) 963-7710 PASTOR PEGGY BAKER fit* . PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM 11 a.m. ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship............................................... 7 p.m. PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville their match for third place at 160 pounds. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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Brumm by his wife Norma in 2009. stuck Lawrence’s Zack Funeral services will be Nezamis sin the middle ofthe held at the Daniels Funeral second period oftheir semifiHome, Nashville, at 11 a.m. nal round match and followed on Monday, Jan. 7,2019 with that up with a 9-1 major deciPastor Steve Olmstead offici­ sion against Plainwell’s Drew ating. Gonzales in the championThe family will receive ship round. visitors on Sunday, Jan. 6,, Battle Creek Lakeview from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Dan- took the day’s team champiiels Funeral Home in Nash­ onship with 219 points, ahead ville. of Martin/Climax Scotts 168, There will be a luncheon Athens 145, Plainwell 135, and time offellowship imme-Coloma 103, West Catholic diately following the funeral 102, Watervliet 101, Maple service at the Nashville VFW Valley 98, GalesburgPost 8260. Augusta 40, Hartford 395, Graveside services with Lawrence 39, Marcellus 32 be held following the funeral and Pittsford 22. luncheon at Warner (Stoney Maple Maple Valley Valley’’ss Anthony Anthony Point) Cemetery with full Raymond was third at 160 military honors being ren-pounds, Nick Martin fourth dered by the American Le-at 215, and Aaron Breton gion Post 45 from Hastings, fourth at 112. Matthew Slaght and the United State Army. (103 pounds) and Jordan Memorial contributions Thornton (119) each placed can be made to Great Lakes fifth and David HosackCaring Hospice Frizzell (189) was sixth. Funeral arrangements have Raymond pinned been entrusted to the Daniels Plainwell’s James Seaver in Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please vis­ it our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66, Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 Ph 616-374-1200 • Fax 616-374-4427 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service............................................... 11 P.M. Service................................................ 6 Wed. Service.............................................. 7 Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 304 Phillips St., Nashville 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: .......................... 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship........................... 8:30 a.m (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 ml. south ofNashville) Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Located on the comer of State and Washington streets PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-588-8415 Sunday School ............. 10 A.M. Service... ........ 11:15 P.M. Service... ............... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH PASTOR KAREN KINNEY Parsonage: 517-852-0685 Worship......................................... 9:15 a.m. 8593 Cloverdale Road NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Service......................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School........................... 11:00 a.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Brakes • Tune-Ups Mufflers • Batteries Oil Changes • Shocks Struts Diagnostic Services www.m66tire.com - email: m66tirecooper@att.net Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads I I * ; NASHVILLE, MI - Lyle Varney, age 88, ofNashville passed away Sunday, Dec. 30,2018 at Thomapple Man­ or, in Hastings. Lyle was bom in Hastings, on January 27, 1930, the son of the late Owen and Ruth (Cogswell) Varney. He was raised in the Nashville area and attended local schools graduating from W.K. Kel­ logg High School in 1947. On June 21, 1951 Lyle joined the United States Army where he achieved the rank ofcorporal before being honorably discharge in 1953. He was the widower of Norma Jean Varney. Lyle and Norma were married on Val­ entines Day 1966 and made their home together in Cas­ tleton Township where they raised their family together. When Lyle returned from this service he began work­ ing as a machinist at E.W. Bliss in Hastings retiring in 1995 after over 33 years with the company. Lyle loved racing harness racing, and along with his wife and family followed the Michigan County Fair Hamess Racing Circuit for of30 years. His love ofHar­ ness racing began in the ear­ ly 1970, lasting into the mid 1990s after a hip injury end­ ed his career. He also loved to be outdoors and each year traveled to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula where he would take the ferry across the straits of Mackinaw for deer hunting season. Lyle is survived by his four daughters, Patty (Jack) Cook, Barbara (Carl) Woodard, Carol (Patrick) Lewis, Deb­ orah Jean Seeber; his two sons, Steven Varney, Scott We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. . . . Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West .Worship 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................ 930 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS Amission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School...................................... 9:45a Worship Service........................................ 11 a Sunday Evening Service ..... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service... .6:30 p.m. AWANA........................... 630-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 2, January 12, 2019 Nashville hits impasse over severance pay proposal Steve Priddy ioIns village council Taylor Owens Staff Writer After a lengthy discussion at a Nashville Village Council meeting Thursday, a motion to change the sever­ ance pay policy for village employees failed. The proposed policy change would have shifted the severance package for employees who have served over 15 years from weekly payments to a lump sum. When village officials adopted the Municipal Employees Retirement System a few years ago, they did not notice a discrepancy with their existing policy. The MERS system does not allow Nashville employees to receive any more pay­ ments from the village after they leave employment there and start collecting payment from MERS. The proposed change would have made the last village payment to employ­ ees a lump sum, so there would have been no conflict with MERS. Village Council Trustee Gary White asked if the retirement policy referred “Is this personal? only to employees who Because it kind of worked for the village with sounds like it.” no interruption in service. White said some employees have left and come back. He Mike Kenyon, questioned whether those Village Presiden employees would receive the retirement package. Village Clerk Cathy Lentz asked if White was referring Trustee Johnny Hartwell to her and Nashville Village moved to approve the Department of Public Works motion, with a second by Director Scott Decker, and Henry Felder. A voice vote was called White said he was. Lentz, who is retiring in for, in which Hartwell and May, has worked for the vil­ Felder voted for the measure, lage more than 25 years, but and White voted against, and not continuously. Making the the remaining three - Tanett ordinance require continuous Hodge, Page Headley and employment could cut the Kenyon - were silent. Kenyon called for a sec­ village’s retirement sever­ ance package as much as half ond vote, and added his voice Steve Priddy is sworn in to the last open seat on the Nashville Village Council by for an employee like Lentz or to the “ayes,” but trustees Decker or eliminate it Hodge and Headley, in her village Clerk Cathy Lentz. second meeting on the coun­ entirely. “Is this personal?” Village cil, remained silent. Kenyon asked if Hartwell before we spend that amount “I think it would be wise, before we spend that President Mike Kenyon asked White. “Because it or Felder wanted to rescind of money, to look at what amount of money, to look at what other villages do, their motion or support, and other villages do, and notjust and not just pass it because that's what we’ve always kind of sounds like it.” White made a motion to they declined. Then a roll­ pass it because that’s what done. It sounds like there’s a lot of personal stuff and send the proposal to the poli­ call vote was called: we’ve always done,” Hodge I don’t think it needs to be personal, I think it needs to cy and ordinance committee, Hartwell, Felder and Kenyon said. “It sounds like there’s a be financial, and for the benefit of the village.” voted for the motion; Hodge, lot of personal stuff and I but there was no second. After further discussion, Headley and White voted don’t think it needs to be Tanett Hodge, Village Trustee Kenyon said he was ready to against. “ I think it would be wise. See IMPASSE, page 2 declare the motion dead. Vermontville DPW disputes Consumers Energybill Taylor Owens and Deb Lydy Staffand Contributing Writers Village Department of Public Works Supervisor Chris Rumsey is fighting a bill from Consumers Energy for services to repair a gas line after it was damaged during work on an Oct. 15 water main break. During the Vermontville Village Council meeting Thursday, Rumsey said the half-inch service line was punctured by the DPW when they probed to find the water main, after it had broken due to temperature changes. Consumers Energy was on the scene later that day to repair the line, but when Rumsey received the bill, it did not match up with the service he observed. The invoice billed for multiple employees working six hours, and Rumsey took issue with that. "I was there for 12 hours, and I know they weren't there for half that time,” Rumsey said. “I don’t care if they fudged the timecard, but we’re not paying $3,500, because we can’t afford “I was there for 12 hours, and I know they weren’t there for half that time. I don’t care if they fudged the timecard, but we're not paying $3,500, because we can't afford that." Chris Rumsey, Village Department of Public Works Supervisor that.” Rumsey contacted Consumers Energy damage claims department regarding the bill, and is waiting to hear back. He said Consumers repairmen were actually on site for two to three hours, and he expected the final cost to be between $1,500 and $1,800. The Vermontville Village Council gave permission for Rumsey to search for a new DPW truck to replace a 1997 Chevrolet pickup which is leaking gas and oil, and largely out of service. The council voted to allow Rumsey to search for a replacement truck for no more than $10,000. Council member Sandra Hosey is writing an applica­ tion for a $10,000 Tri­ County Electric People Fund grant to pay for upgrades to the Vermontville Community Center. The fund could be used to purchase a genera­ tor, have the kitchen licensed for community events, and replace the carpeting with laminate flooring. The village building and grounds committee is still working out policies for rental of the community center. For non-community events, village residents can rent the hall for $75 and the non-resident fee is $150. Functions that benefit the community can be held in the hall for a $10 fee for under four hours. But further details, such as what com­ munity organizations could rent the hall at that price, or hall rentals for more than four hours are still being worked out by the buildings and grounds committee. Trustee Becky Austin gave a short update on the progress of creating a See DISPUTE, page 2 Community meet-and-greets start for new superintendent Taylor Owens Staff Writer The community had one of its first opportunities to meet new Maple Valley Schools Superintendent Katherine Bertolini during meetings Tuesday and Thursday, but not many took advantage of the first opportunity. About a dozen people attended the meetings at Fuller Street and Maplewood schools learned about Bertolini and heard a presen­ tation on the new third-grade reading law. The presentation was given by third-grade teacher Tiffany Tefft and elementary special education teacher Valerie Hall. They elaborated on the steps the school is taking to prepare for the new law, which requires students to be retained if they are unable to demonstrate that they are within at least one year of grade-level reading. Tefft said the biggest change to prepare for the law is the extensive documenta­ tion the school will have on each student, and the collab­ oration that will happen with parents. Hall said the information will make reading interven­ tion more specific to each student to address their unique needs. Interventions themselves and overall class­ room reading time will be increased for elementary stu­ dents. Because Maple Valley started work to prepare for the new law, which will go into effect in the 2019-2020 school year, Tefft said the district is ahead of its neigh­ bors. During her presentation, Bertolini discussed her per­ sonal and work history, and her philosophy for education and the district. During a Q&A, Laura Scott asked how the school can prevent losing more good teachers. Bertolini said the school needs to attract more stu­ dents to the district to bring in more state funding for teacher pay. To increase enrollment, Bertolini said the school should work on a good pipeline for graduation to post-secondary and work­ force options for students, including skilled trades. She also said the district should focus on community partner­ ships, obtaining grants and See MEET, page 5 In This Issue • Olivet College art exhibition recognizes high school students • Eagles manage to overcome big early hole against Maple Valley boys • Eagles edge Maple Valley boys in GLAC dual 2019 cheer season starts at Lions’ New Year Invite �Page 2 —Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, January 12,2019 Olivet College art exhibition recognizes high school students The second annual Olivet Ashley Curtis, Paige Tuller College Regional High and Megan Walker, Students from other School Student Student Art Carl Belson Exhibition attracted more Michigan high schools who Ninety-five years of liv­ than 120 two-dimensional, were awarded scholarships three-dimensional and graph­ were: Zachary Baker, ing has come to an end for Carl Belson bom Februaiy ic design submissions. Potterville; Sharmane 11, 1923. His parents were Juniors and seniors across Flanders, Kalamazoo Gladys (Gardner) and El­ the state entered their work Central; Madison Good, mer Belson owners ofNash­ to compete for talent scholar­ Potterville; Madisyn O’Dell, ville’s Belson’s Bakery in the ships up to $3,000. The event Springport; Ashley Metheny, 1930s. He was a 1941 gradu­ culminated in December Mason County Central; ate ofHastings High School. with an artists’ reception and Bessie Smith, Springport; Carl was an Army Air Corp awards ceremony, when 12 Ambeiel Stevens, Kalamazoo aviation cadet taking his ba­ students were awarded schol­ Central; Shaina VanDyke, sic training at Miami Beach, Eaton Rapids; and Mitchell arships. FL. While in the service he Scholarship recipients rep­ VanNote, Potterville. attended college at Norwich Carl is survived by daugh-resenting Maple Valley were: Don VanAuken, instructor University in Northfield, VT. ters Merry Ossenheimer and He had pre-flight training at Sandra (Dennis) Shaffer; Maxwell Field, AL, gunnery five grandchildren, Lee (Lisa IMPASSE, continued from page 1 training at Carlsbad, NM and Long) Ossenheimer, Christin B29 flight engineer train­ (Rudy) Othmer, Keri (Don) personal, I think it needs to served on the Nashville ing at Amarillo, TX. Carl Hayes, Kristi (Seungho Park) be financial, and for the ben­ Baptist Church board. In other business, the was honorably discharged at Shaffer and Kelly Shaffer efit ofthe village.” With one open seat on the council moved to make the Sioux Falls, SD in 1945. Af­ and 11 great grandchildren. council, the vote was a tie speed limit on School Street ter his discharge he attended He was proceeded in death Western Michigan Universi­ by his parents; wife, Mary of and the motion failed. next to Fuller Elementary Kenyon said he and Hartwell, School 15 mph during school ty on the GI Bill. 76 years; siblings, Gaye PaCarl was a member of vese, Howard Belson, Jo Rie­ who is also the president pro hours. The external housing ordi­ the Hastings Masonic Blue mann and son-in-law, Dale tempore, would research the issue, and make a presenta­ nance that the village held a Lodge #52, Hastings Ma­ Ossenheimer, Jr. tion to the council during the public hearing on last month sonic Chapter #56 and Bat­ Services will be on Satur­ tle Creek Commandry #33. day, Jan. 12,2019 at 4 p.m. at next meeting to answer trust­ will go back to committee for He was a former member of the First Presbyterian Church ees’ questions on the pro­ further revisions. “It’s not a delay, just more the Shriner’s Saladin Temple with visitation beginning at 3 posed policy change. The open seat was filled work needs to be done,” in Grand Rapids. Carl was a p.m. Burial will be at Lakev­ charter and life member of iew Cemetery in Nashville. later in the meeting by Steve Kenyon said. Nashville Police Chief the Hastings Elk’s Lodge, Daniel’s Funeral Home is Priddy, a village resident since 1962. A graduate of Chris Koster said the depart­ a life member of the Battle making arrangements. Maple Valley, Priddy has ment took 808 calls for ser­ Creek DAV #7 and a mem­ Memorial donations may ber ofthe Hastings American be made to Shriner’s Chil­ worked in many different vice during 2018, up from of construction 781 in 2017. The village also Legion #45. He was a mem­ dren’s Hospital or the First kinds ber of the First Presbyterian Presbyterian Church ofHast­ throughout his life, and has hired Jason Walker as a new Church ofHastings. ings in Carl’s name. Carl and his wife Mary Funeral arrangements have DISPUTE, continued from page 1 were the original co-owners been entrusted to Daniels FuFu­ of the Bam Market in the neral Home in Nashville. For Friends of the Community The council approved the 1950s. After selling the Bam further details please visit our Center 501(c)3 nonprofit library to hold movie nights Market Carl was employed website at www.danielsfu- organization. Austin said cre- at the Center over the sum­ by Bronson Hospital and the neralhome.net. ating the nonprofit could cost mer. The council also Kellogg Company. $4,000, and would need an received a donation of tables established board. Austin has from Kelly Fuels. talked to village residents Also during public com­ who expressed an interest in ment, interim Vermontville serving on the board of a Township Fire Chief Jeff Friends group, but there are Wetzel asked the village to MOST OFALL YOURAUTOMOTIVE NEEDS currently no proposed mem­ close South Main Street for bers. Austin said she would the 100th Annual Fireman’s talk about the issue at the Dance in June 2020. The vil­ next council meeting. lage voted to close off South During public comment, Main Street June 13. This Vermontville Township year’s fireman’s dance will From General Maintenance Library Director Carla be at 6 pjn. March 23, in the to Performance and Rumsey said the library Vermontville Township Fire Off-Road Parts board is looking into pur­ Bam. chasing chairs for the In other business, the 517-726-1500 Community Center because council will send a notice to 130 S. Maia St, Vermontville the library has been using the village residents regarding Monday-Friday 8:00-6:00 Center for multiple events. the open seats on the village council, planning commis­ sion and zoning board of appeals. The notice will be sent along with the village water bills. The village planning com­ mission had a public hearing LOCATED AT 302 E. Main Street, Vermontville, Ml on: Tuesday to discuss rezoning 0 Allegan Road (the North lot WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2019 • 12:30 P.M. at end of Chassy Lane) from RSI - Residential to DI Selling this home with three bedrooms, bath, living and dining rooms, kitchen, family room with Light Industrial. No action fireplace located on approximately 10 acres of was taken, but a planning land. A garage/pole building is also included with commission meeting has the property. been scheduled for 7 pjn. Tuesday Jan. 15, in the vil­ OPEN HOUSES: Wednesday, January 23, 4:00-5:30 p.m. lage office. and Sunday, January 27 - 1:00-2:30 p.m. The next regular village council meeting will be at 7 Call for a flyer with additional information. p.m. Thursday, Feb. 14. ACE AUTO REPAIR* ESTATE AUCTION OF HOME LOCATED ON 10± ACRES OF LAND ESTATE OF PATRICIA PRESCOTT Phone: 517-726-0181 144 South Main St. ISffllMCSI P.O. Box 146 Vermontville, Ml 49096 * WH1 Fax: 517-726-0060 e-mail: stantonsauctions@sbcqlobal.net .Website: www.stantons-auctions.com Selling real estate and all types of property, at auction, anywhere. NAA CRH 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads of art and art history, said he is proud to help these stu­ dents recognize their poten­ tial to succeed as visual arts students at Olivet. “It has been a pleasure to work with these students and to see their amazing work and also to play a role in their college selection by sharing what Olivet College has to offer,” he said in a press release. “I was very impressed by the caliber of submissions we received and can’t wait for these students to join us on campus. “The individualized atten- tion present at OC is very beneficial to artists. As pro­ fessors, we are able to learn each student’s strengths, weaknesses and goals and customize an approach to teaching them. Pairing that kind of structure with an affordable education helps graduates enter the job mar­ ket with confidence — and less debt.” Many scholarships are still available to students for the fall semester. The college’s Office of Admissions has information about the visual arts program. part-time police officer. A resident of Battle Creek, Walker started his fourmonth training with the vil­ lage on Jan. 3. Afterward, he will work 30-hour weeks on patrol duties and ordinance enforcement. The next meeting of the Nashville Village Council will take place at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24. From the Pulpit Live in the spirit Glenn Branham Pastor, Nashville Assembly ofGod “Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit, ” Galatians 5:25 NIV. This is one ofmy life verses. It divides naturally into two parts: living by the Spirit and walking in the Spirit. The first part is privilege; the second is responsibility. The Christian life is supposed to be a spiritual life. We are given spiritual life, and that life is governed by the Holy Spirit as we continually yield to His will. Our life begins in the person and work of the Holy Spirit. Only through the work ofregeneration accomplished by God’s Holy Spirit in our heart, soul and spirit are we bom anew, bom again, bom of the Spirit, heaven-bom or bom from above. Earlier in this letter, Paul upbraids the Galatians: “Are ye so foolish, having begun in the Spirit, are ye now made perfect by the flesh? (Galatians 3:3 KJV). In other words, the life that begins in the Spirit must be carried out in the Spirit and ultimately, must conclude in the Spirit. Since it takes a supernatural work of grace performed by the Holy Spirit to be saved, it stands to reason that it also requires the same continuous work of the Holy Spirit to keep us saved and to help us stay on track with the will of God throughout our Christian life. This, Paul refers to as walking in the Spirit; also translated to keep in step with the Spirit, to be guided by the Spirit, to have our life deci­ sions, our conduct, governed by the Spirit, and to walk where the Spirit leads. Zechariah said it best: “Not by might, not by power, but by my Spirit, says the Lord of Hosts.” (Zechariah 4:6) Being in ‘the right place at the right time’ is often a divine appointment. The Lord puts people together to make mira­ cles possible. Allow God to use you where you are. It takes faith, but most importantly, availability. We can be so pre­ occupied with the minutia that we miss the miracle. To follow the Spirit, we need availability (willingness to serve the Lord); faith (that He will act); obedience (do as He directs); and courage (over your fears). We are not responsible for results; we are responsible for our courage, obedience, faith and availability. ome Cookin' Jack & Judy's\ Country Kettle Cafe 113 N. Main, 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Nashvilles’ Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! ) ‘Breakfast Specials 2 Slices French Toast, Meat, Small Orange Juice & Coffee *8.25 Meat Lovers Skillet with Gravy *9.50 early Bird Special 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. 2 Eggs, Meat, Toast, Small Biscuit & Gravy or Small Potato and Gravy with Coffee *6.50 �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, January 12,2019 — Page 3 MSU dean’s list includes local students Several area students were named to the dean’s list at Michigan State University for the fall semester. The dean’s list honors all full-time undergraduates in the university who earn a 3.50 or better grade-point average for courses totaling 12 or more credits for the semester. Among the dean’s list hon­ orees are: Bellevue Nathan A. Bessey, Zach Daniels. Charlotte - Nick Boston, Sarah J. Buckmaster, Carson J. Campbell, Rayanna M. Demello, Kate Frederick, Matt Hagaman, Dj Hisler, Jenna P. Hummell, Katelin K. Ivey, Claire E. Kaiser, Bram T. Kineman, Charron L. Mcrae, Samantha E. Mikesell, Cal A. Moultine, Matthew R. Nichols, Erica D. Pryor, Jacob A. Randall, Patrick W. Reichel, Payton A. Schrader, Tyler C. Smith, Daniel P. Southern, Ally Telfor, Jenn Tissue, Kyle L. West, Alex Withey. Hastings - Chloe P. Adams, Megan N. Backe, Tyler C. Brown, Jamie A. Dillon, Caleb M. Engle, Reilly C. Former, Mary C. Green, Brad Grost, Jon Hubbell, Becky Maurer, Emalee S. Metzner, Emma L. Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Millerseif, Sydney N. Nemetz,Aaron M. Newberry, Samuel V. Ogrodzinski, Emma A. Post, Owen M. Post, Jacob W. Pratt, Barry County cranberry cookie, pineapple. Shuffleboard. Nashville: Courtney R. Rybiski, Commission on Aging Thursday, Jan. 17 Dominoes 11 a.m. H,W.N Amanda R. Sarhatt, Sam Menn and Activities Cinnamon bagel, cream Reminiscence. Slatkin, Joe Smith, Emily K. Friendship Sites cheese, vanilla Greek yogurt, Tuesday, Jan. 15 Sprague, Lee B. Stowe, Congregate Menu blueberries, vegetable juice. Hastings: Wood Flutes 10:30 Cynthia M. Trocinski, Monday, Jan. 14 Friday, Jan. 18 ajn.; Wii Bowling 9 ajn.; Andrew D. Webb, Lillian A. Potato crunch pollock, Chef salad, macaroni Line Dancing 9:30 am.; Wierenga. and salad, fruited jello, vanilla COA Board 2 pm. Nashville Mulliken - James E. coleslaw, macaroni wafers. - Dominoes 11 a.m. Bennett, Julianna M. Bennett. cheese, strawberries. Wednesday, Jan. 16 Sunfield — Samuel D. Tuesday, Jan. 15 Tennant. Baked spaghetti, broccoli, Home Delivered Hastings: Card Program 9-11 Hearty Menu am.; Seated Line Dancing Vermontville — Cooper C. garlic toast, apple. Wednesday, Jan. 16 Monday, Jan. 14 10:30-11 ajn.; Euchre Adams, Alexia L. Kienitz. Hamburger, bun, tomato Roast beef, mashed 12:30-2:30 p.m. Nashville: soup, tossed salad, banana. potatoes & gravy, broccoli, Dominoes 11 ajn. Thursday, Jan. 17 dinner roll, apple. Woodland: Skipbo and Roast beef & gravy, baked Tuesday. Jan. 15 Shuffleboard. Delton: sweet potato, Italian blend Tilapia, brown and wild Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m.; TV vegetables, fruit crisp. rice, red potatoes, green Strings. Friday, Jan. 18 beans, Mandarin oranges. Thursday, Jan. 17 Sweet and sour chicken, Wednesday, Jan. 16 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 brown rice, tossed salad, Goulash, peas, com, ajn.; Falls Prevention: back request. Some thieves Oriental blend vegetables, banana. Winter 10:30 a.m.; Brain have used video relay ser- fruit. Thursday, Jan. 17 Works 1 p.m.; Alzh. vices (VRS) to try to scam Fiesta lime chicken, brown Caregiver Support 3:30 p.m.; deaf and hard ofhearing indi­ Home Delivered cilantro rice, cauliflower, Sr. Zumba 4:30 p.m.; Zumba viduals. Limited English pro­ Cold Menu diced carrots, pineapple cup. 5:30 p.m. Nashville: ficiency victims are often Monday, Jan. 14 Friday, Jan. 18 Dominoes 11 ajn.; TV Time. approached in their native Chicken salad, sandwich Beef & cheese burrito, Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; language, threatened with thin, fresh vegetables, fiesta com, broccoli, orange. Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. deportation, police arrest and pineapple. Friday, Jan. 18 license revocation, among Tuesday, Jan. 15 Activities Calendar Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; other threats. Sliced roast beef and Monday, Jan. 14 - NO Bingo 9:30 a.m.; Iron Rails Note that the IRS doesn’t: cheddar cheese, sandwich Card Program. Hastings: 10:30 a.m.; Grand Finale: -Call to demand immedi- thin, potato salad, dried Writer’s Workshop 10:15 Community Music School ate payment using a specific plums. a.m.; Tech Monday appt.; 12:30-1:30 p.m. Woodland: payment method, such as a Wednesday, Jan. 16 Painting Group 1 p.m. Skipbo and Shuffleboard. Chicken Caesar salad, Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. prepaid debit card, gift card or wire transfer. Generally, Italian pasta salad, oatmeal p.m. Woodland: Skipbo and the IRS will first mail a bill if any taxes are owed. -Threaten to bring in local police or other law-enforce­ Published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. ment groups to have, a person 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 arrested for not paying. News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com - Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com -Demand payment without giving the person an opportu­ Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & CEO nity to question or appeal the Hank Schuuring • CFO amount they say is owed. -Ask for credit or debit • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. card numbers over the phone. Those who receive calls Chris Silverman like this should report it to csilverman@j-adgraphics.com the IRS Inspector General at 1(800)366-4484. NEWS FROM THE EATON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE In the past week, Eaton County Sheriff’s deputies have responded to 23 alarms, 17 car accidents, 31 citizen assists, 20 well-being checks, 19 domestic disputes, 28 shoplifting complaints, five drug offenses, 10 larcenies, nine operating while impaired incidents, 10 personal injury crashes, 44 property damage crashes, 33 suspicious situa­ tions, 17 traffic hazards, 117 traffic stops, 19 traffic viola­ tions and 12 vacation checks. Overall, deputies respond­ ed to 703 calls for service and events. KtelltkSjtlKtjiCTffl ^nMotajrf®' iMtSU»lsDM^ ®mrairtW! The start of the New Year marks the beginning of tax season and with this comes a fresh opportunity for tele­ phone scams from people claiming to be agents of the Internal Revenue Service. Remember: The IRS doesn’t initiate contact with taxpay­ ers by email, text messages, or social media channels to request personal or financial information. This includes requests for PIN numbers, passwords or similar access information for credit cards, banks, or other financial Local Church Schedule accounts. These scams are mean, ruthless, and threaten­ ing. The following informa­ tion from the IRS is an important reminder ofhow to recognize these scams and what to do if you get such a call. Impersonation Telephone Scams is a sophisticated phone scam targeting taxpay­ ers, including recent immi­ grants. Callers claim to be IRS employees, using fake names and bogus IRS identi­ fication badge numbers. They may know a lot about their targets, and they usually alter the caller ID to make it look like the IRS is calling. Victims are told they owe money to the IRS, and it must be paid promptly through a gift card or wire transfer. Victims may be threatened with arrest, deportation or suspension of a business or driver’s license. In many cases, the caller becomes hostile and insulting. Victims may be told they have a refund due to try to trick them into sharing private information. If the phone isn’t answered, the scammers often leave an “urgent” call- Taylor Owen • taylor@j-adgraphics.com GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St, Nashville Sunday School................................ 10 am. Sunday: A.M. Worship.................................... .11 a.m. Evening Worship....................................... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................................ 7 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship...................................... 11 Evening Worship....................................... 6 .Wednesday Family Night Service........................... 6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 930 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 930 am. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 am. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 1230 p.m. . Phone: (517) 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) (Nursery Provided) Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 630 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. Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 110 S. Main St, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517)7260258 10: 00 am............................. Church Service 11: 00 am.................................... Fellowship REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St, Nashville Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship............ P.M. Worship............ FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE ‘No matter who you are, or where you are on life'sjourney, you are welcome here. ’ Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (269) 963-7710 PASTOR PEGGY BAKER A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 • NEWSROOM • SheriffTom Reich ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH Church Service.................................... 9 am. Sunday School.......................... 1030 a.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES Maple Valley News ........ 11 .......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship ..............................................7 p.m. PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 am. 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 517-588-8415 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................ 830 am We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. (112 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a.m. A.M. Senrice............................................... 11 P.M. Senrice................................................ 6 Wed. Senrice.............................................. 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: ........................... 9:15 am. Morning Prayer ..................... 1130 am. 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 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI Sunday School ............. 10 AM. Service... ........ 11:15 P.M. Service... ............... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY Located on the comer of State and Washington streets PASTOR KAREN KINNEY Parsonage: 517-852-0685 Worship ......................................... 9:15a.m. 8593 Cloverdale Road ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Worship Senrice......................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School........................... 11.30 am. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH . . . Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West .Worship 11:15 am. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 930 am. Sunday Mass FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville Sunday School............... .9:45 am. Worship Service............. ............. 11 Sunday Evening Senrice ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Senrice... 630 p.m. AWANA........................... 630-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE’BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 am. Sunday Worship 1030 am. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 �Page 4—Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, January 12,2019 Eagles manage to overcome big early hole against Maple Valley boys If the Lions could have kept the Eagles to one chance at the basket things might have kept going in their favor. The Maple Valley varsity boys’ basketball team fell 51-41 to visiting Olivet in Greater Lansing Activities Conference play Tuesday. Maple Valley shot out to a 20-5 lead in in the opening quarter, but the Eagles surged to go ahead 35-28 by the half. The Eagles took advan­ tage of 15 second-chance points to get in front of the Lions in that opening half. Nate Zona led the Eagles with 13 points and six “Invite us in. We'll bring RESULTS!" Sally Magoon, Associate Broker 269-986-5737 smagoonrealestate@gmail.com WKMeiMcKhHeBrt ■■KMaMKHBan Emerald Properties f <Mcr imicpctKlctuf) Mlxd/pdtipcmnl. 111 N. Bostwick Avenue Charlotte, Ml 48813 www.weichertemerald.com Office: (517) 543-7363 rebounds. Payton Fleming added seven rebounds and 11 points in the win. “It was a good game. We played well on the defensive side,” Lion head coach Trent Harvey said. His Lions were within three points with three min­ utes to play, but couldn’t make enough shots in the closing moments to pull even. Gavin Booher led the Lion attack with 14 points. Carson Hasselback had 11 points and Hugheston Heckathom eight. Maple Valley was sched­ uled to visit Perry Friday Dr. John Bizon is sworn in as the 19th District State Senator Wednesday by night. They will be home for Michigan Supreme Court Chief Justice Stephen Markman (right). Bizon was joined at two more GLAC contests in the Lansing ceremony by his wife, Deborah, their daughter Catherine Burtrum, and a the week ahead, taking on granddaughter. (Photo provided) Lansing Christian Tuesday and Leslie Friday. Bizon sworn in as senator of 19th District State Sen. John Bizon, M.D., was sworn in.as . sena­ tor of the7 19th ‘ District Wednesday during a ceremo­ ny at the state Capitol. Michigan Supreme Court Chief Justice ; Stephen Markman administered the oath of office. Bizon was joined in the Senate chamber for the occa­ sion by his wife, Deborah; daughter Catherine Burtrum; and a granddaughter. “I am honored to serve the people of the 19th District,” Bizon, R-Battle Creek, said. “I hope everyone feels free to stop in and chat with any questions or concerns.” The 19th Senate District NOW SERVING NASHVILLE & includes Barry, Calhoun and Ionia counties. The seat was previously held by Mike Nofs, who could not retain the seat due to term limits. Bizon’s office is in Room 3400 of the Connie B. Binsfeld Office Building, 201 Townsend St., Lansing, across from the Capitol at the comer of Townsend and Allegan streets. Residents may call Bizon, 517-373-2426 (toll-free 855­ 347-8019); email Sen JB izon@Senate. Michigan.gov; or contact him via U.S. mail, Sen. Dr. John Bizon, P.O. Box 30036, Lansing MI 48909. Bizon’s local staff mem- bers include Karen Todd of Battle Creek and Ben McLeod of Assyria Township. Todd is director of district affairs and handles Bizon’s constituent cases, district affairs and communi­ cations. Most recently, she was a district relations staff member in Bizon’s House of Representatives office. McLeod, a graduate of Pennfield High School, is office administrator and han­ dles Bizon’s schedule, office matters and light legislative work. More information about the senator is available at his website, SenatorJohnBizon. com. Fiber - Voice - Data Upcoming events at Putnam Library Cafe Color — 6 to 8 pjn. Jan.14 Library Board Meeting - 6 p.m. Jan. 15 Sewing Lab - 5:30-7:30 p.m. Jan. 17, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 26 Read With Me Storytime -11 a.m. Jan. 18 and Jan. 25 Local History Room - 1 to 3 p.m. Jan. 18, 5-7 p.m. Jan. 31 Introduction to Knitting 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Jan. 22 Stories Around the Globe - 6 to 7 p.m. Jan. 24 Armed man arrested in Charlotte Tuesday SQaao&LStug QHjq EfectK fife W&B An armed Lansing man, 50-year-old Ray Anthony Williams, was arrested peacefully in Charlotte after hours of negotiation corporate „ identity Business curdsPHCKOi DISPLAY $ BOARDS WE SPECIALIZE IN: Small/Large Format Banners « Letterhead • On-Site Digital Printing • Business Cards • Brochures • Website Design • Posters • Flyers • Logo Design • and much more! LOGOS COLOUR BOOKLETS l.ogo design online marketing SHIP WITH US! 1351 NM43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 LEAFLETS Phone (269) 945-9554 Wednesday evening. At 1:53 p.m. Eaton County Sheriff’s deputies were sent to the 2200 block of E. Five Point Highway in Eaton Township after receiving a report of a man acting errati­ cally. Upon arrival, the depu­ ties tried to make contact with Williams, but he fled on foot to evade the deputies. A short time later, deputies heard two series of gunshots and a perimeter was set up to try to contain Williams. A helicopter from the Ray Anthony Williams Michigan State Police was called for assistance and, was arrested in Charlotte after an extensive search of Tuesday after lengthy the area, the deputies were negotiation with police. able to determine that Williams had made his way parties were present at the back to his residence. residence. Crisis negotiators were The Eaton County called in to talk with him Sheriff’s Office was assisted and, after numerous hours of by troopers from Michigan negotiations, Williams came State Police Post 11 and the out ofhis residence peaceful­ aviation unit. The Sheriff’s ly. During the negotiation Office also was assisted by process, it was determined the Lansing Police that there was a felony war­ Department, Eaton Area rant for Williams’ arrest. Emergency Medical Services Williams was lodged in and the Hamlin Township the Eaton County Jail on the Fire Department. warrant, and other charges SheriffTom Reich thanked are being sought for all the agencies for their Wednesday’s incident. No assistance in the peaceful res­ one was injured, and no other olution of the situation. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, January 12,2019— Page 5 Michiganders urged to take precautions against norovirus •CS KUbgi^H Italic Wife Sajis 5JOto7JOpaJi!! iil! tataO E-lb -6b7pjn.Iu.2l |ik Norovirus illness often peaks in winter. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services staff has identified increases in norovirus activity recently and is urging Michigan resi­ dents to take precautions to stay healthy. Although several viruses may cause vomiting and diarrhea, norovirus is the most common. These viruses are easily spread through food, by person-to-person contact or through contami­ nated surfaces. So residents should be especially cautious During a meet-and-greet Bertolini talks with Maple Valley Schools Board of if someone in the household Education member Brian Green. is ill. Norovirus infection is sometimes described “stom­ ach flu” but it is not related to MEET, continued influenza, a respiratory viral from page 1----illness that can cause fever, cough, chills, headache, mus­ cle aches, runny nose and focus groups with families sore throat. who left the district. Norovirus often causes “It’s a five- to seven-year nausea, vomiting, diarrhea plan to make change,” and stomach cramping, but Bertolini said. infected people also may She also asked community have a low-grade fever, head­ members to point her in the ache, weakness and muscle direction of a house she could aches. Symptoms can begin renovate, or property she could build on. Bertolini introduced her­ self to high school students this week, and asked them to write for her about what they value at Maple Valley and their educational goals. The next meet-and-greet A community focused with Bertolini will be Jan. 25, competition that offers at the high school, between opportunities for acclaim and the girls’ and boys’ varsity grants to the winners is getbasketball games scheduled Elementary special education teacher Valeria Hall ting underway. at 6 and 7:30 p.m. Representatives of rural discusses steps the district is taking to prepare for the municipalities with a popula­ third-grade reading law. tion of approximately 10,000 are eligible for the 2019 CEDAM Small Town & Rural Development confer­ ence. Entrants could be local government, non-profit 501(c)3s, Chamber of Commerce or similar types of groups. Communities must be in the Consumer Energy gas or electric service territory (view map at https://www. consumersenergy.com/ com­ pany / what-we-do / ser­ vice-territories) as early as 12 hours after exposure to the virus or as late as 72 hours. The symp­ toms of norovirus usually last one to three days. In most cases, ill individuals fully recover without medi­ cal attention. However, norovirus infec­ tion may result in hospital­ ization due to dehydration, especially in the very young and elderly. Individuals with severe diarrhea should drink lots of liquids. Symptoms that are not seen with norovi­ rus infection are bloody diar­ rhea or high fever. If these symptoms develop, a medi­ cal provider should be con­ tacted. The best way to limit the spread of these viruses is frequent hand washing for at least 20 seconds, using soap and warm running water, being sure to completely clean all areas of hands and under fingernails. This is especially important after using the bathroom or before preparing or eating food. Preventing contamination of food, drinks, water and ice also is important. People who have been sick with vomiting and diarrhea should not pre­ pare or serve food to others for at least three days after their symptoms are gone. One-third cup of bleach diluted with one gallon of water is the most effective way to disinfect surfaces. Bleach should be used in well-ventilated areas. Hand sanitizers are inef­ fective against the virus. Norovirus can remain on a variety of surfaces for extended periods of time. Doorknobs, faucets, sinks, toilets, bath rails, phones, counters, chairs, tables, hand rails, light switches, key­ boards and other high-touch surfaces should be disinfect­ ed more frequently, but espe­ cially within a 25-foot radius after a vomiting incident. Carpets, upholstery should be steamed and clothes or linens contaminated with vomit or feces should be laundered on the hottest set­ ting. Additional information about norovirus can be found at CDC.gov/norovirus. Pitch Competition grants offer opportunities to rural areas New this year for the con­ ference, Consumers Energy will host a session for com­ munities to pitch ideas that will help put a community on the map. Innovative ideas that will help energize a town and cre­ ate momentum to build a stronger sense of community are the key. If a submitted idea is selected, the entrant will be invited to present to a panel ofjudges on April 17. The top three presentations will be awarded one of three grants: • First Place: $7,500 • Second Place: $5,000 • Third Place: $2,500 Winners of the grants will be selected and announced by the judges following the pitch competition. Grant funds will be pre­ sented to winning communi­ ties at a scheduled time fol­ lowing the 2019 Small Town and Rural Development Conference. Call any time for Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-899-970-7965 NOW AVAILABLE IN HASTINGS Tammi King’s first-grade class painted lions to welcome Superintendent Katherine Bertolini. Community meeting set for Family Promise Churches supporthomeless families Representatives of Family Promise of Barry County are planning a community meet­ ing to start the new year at Hope United Methodist Church, 2920 S. M-37, Hastings, at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan.15. A national program, Family Promise works with host churches to -provide a safe, clean place to sleep and two meals a day for families facing homelessness. The meeting will include updates for the host and sup- port churches, an opportunity to meet the new director, a tour of the day center, refreshments and an opening date discussion. Everyone is invited. More information is available by calling 269-953­ 6189. Penske offers clean, well-maintained moving trucks of various sizes to best serve your needs. Penske has over 2,000 locations nation-wide for your convenience. Call Sunshine Pack & Ship today or go on-line to order your next truck. FREE Unlimited miles on one-way truck> rental. (some restrictions apply) i sunshine Pack & Ship 1351 NM43 Hwy, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 948-9610 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, January 12,2019 our own smell, I must deliver a Christmas dinner to the minister’s home, a large mar­ ket basket frill, and I must not drop the quart jar of gravy, which is wrapped in newspaper to keep it hot. This also helps warm my hands. After this is delivered, we are free to enjoy our dinner and then spend the rest ofthe day cleaning up the store. There is no Christmas vaca­ tion for us. The bakery never took a holiday This column by the late Susan Hinckley originally was published in the Dec 20,1988, Maple Valley News. She wrote: The following article, written by the late Howard Belson, was one of the last he submitted earlier thisyearforpublication in this column. At that time, it was decided that this piece would be held until the Christmas season. Howard’s widow, Ruth Belson of Hastings, has graciously con­ sented to allow us to go ahead with thoseplans. In early 1988, a series of Belson’s reminiscences of his boyhood days in Nashville appeared in this column. His writings recalled the village in the 1920s and ‘30s when his parents, Elmer and Gladys Belson, owned and operated a bakery-cafe on Main Street in the location now commonly known as the former Thornapple General Store. Howard, a 1934 graduate of Nashville High School, and the other Belson children helped out in the family business. Today's story gives us a glimpse of activity there and in other local stores at this busy holiday season some 60 years ago. In retrospect, I am again back in the old bakery on Main Street. The fruitcakes, both light and dark, have been baked and are aging in 50-lb. Crisco tins. The Christmas cookies are being made and 100 lbs. of raw peanuts are sizzling in a sap pan, roasting in the back of the oven. The Christmas candy, both plain and filled, has been delivered to us in wooden pails. The raspberry or peanut filled candies are very tasty, and the chocolate cremes are delicious. The north window of the bakery has been stocked with Mary Lee boxed candy, well advertised and a good seller. We are in good shape for Christmas. The smell of roasting pea­ nuts almost overpowers the aroma of meat (half rolled pork and beef) roasting in a large 2-by-4-foot sap pan. The gravy will be just as great as the meat, cooked slowly in the bakery oven. It has been snowing most of the day, and the sidewalk out front has had to be cleaned off three times already. Now and then a horse with a cutterjogs down Main Street, bells on the rig giving a nice sound to the air. Farmers in horsehide coats are driving their teams and LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE We are attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Notify us at the number below if you are in active military duty. MORTGAGE SALE - Pursuant to the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by The bakery ovens produced not only traditional baked goods for the Yuletide, but also were used to roast raw peanuts and cook holiday meats for takeout orders. CARISSAANN WHITE , a single Mortgage There was no Christmas vacation for the Belson chil-woman, wEElectronic loemctaronn, iMortgagors, Mc oRRegistration rteggaigstorrast,ioto tn o M SSystems, yosrte gamgse, dren, who helped out at the family store. This early bak- Inc. (MERS) as nominee for Pacific Union Financial, LLC, ery scene is unidentified, but is believed to be local. Mortgagee, dated the 9th day sleighs, going to the elevator on South Main Street or bringing veal calves or hogs to the shipping association yards nearby. Kids on vaca­ tion from school often hop the bobs (sleighs) and ride a mile out of town, then catch a ride on the way back with another farmer, sleds trailing behind. Bera’s hardware store on Main Street has a large assortment of skis and Flexible Flyer sleds out Fli front: Glasgow’s hardware has a selection of guns and traps in the window. Businesses up and down Nashville’s Main Street enjoyed a frenzy of activity during Ed Kane’s pharmacy has the Christmas season, in the days remembered by Howard Belson. That was the era an electric train running in its of hometown shopping, before improved roads tempted local residents with cars to window. It is bigger than the drive to nearby cities. This early-1900s scene shows an unusually deserted Main 0-gauge trains of today, I Street, with the bakery at left (white awning, with sign extending outward). have never seen another set like it. (I wonder if he per­ haps bought it for his son, Leonard.) VILLAGE COUNCIL Inside Von Fumiss’ drug store is an assortment of VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE toys, but the envy of all the ORDINANCE 1/10/2019 boys is an electric steam engine operating in the front Council Member White, supported by Council Member Hodge, moved the adoption of the window. The glass pane is following ordinance: smeared where good many small noses have been An ordinance for the regulation of all street traffic in the Village of Nashville, Michigan pressed against it, watching, (Traffic Ordinance #12-15-1954) to amend Section 1 DRIVING RULES TO OBSERVE Rule 9. fascinated by the action. THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDAINS: (The toy cost $12, two SECTION 1. Amend Ordinance No. 12-15-1954 Section 4 Business or restricted district; weeks’ pay in those School Zone; Rule 1. That Ordinance No. 12-15-1954 Section 4 Business or restricted Depression-era days.) district; School Zone; Rule 1 will read as follows: Seth Zemer has a large assortment of B.B. guns, but SECTION 4 BUSINESS OR RESTRICTED DISTRICT: all I can do is look, for my SCHOOL ZONE: mother never was in favor of RULE 1. It shall be unlawful for any person to operate a motor vehicle in passing any guns. ofthe school buildings in the Village ofNashville during the time ofyear that school is I must not forget Floyd maintained in said building, during the period when pupils are approaching the same Evert’s meat market. You can for the purpose of attending, or while in attendance therein, or when leaving school smell the smoked hams three buildings after school hours, at a greater rate of speed than fifteen (15) miles per hour. doors away; The north wall of the store, with its iron SECTION 2. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be published in accordance with state law and shall become effective twenty (20) days after its adoption or upon its publication, whichever occurs later. PASSED and adopted by the Village ofNashville, Michigan on 1/10/2019 YEAS: Headley, Hartwell, Felder, Hodge, White, Kenyon NAYS: None ABSENT: None-One open seat Ordinance No. 1/10/2019 adopted. Mike Kenyon, President Lynette Adgate, Village Clerk I, Lynette Adgate, the Clerk for the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, hereby certify that the forgoing is a true and accurate copy ofan ordinance adopted by the village Council ofthe Village ofNashville at a regular meeting held on 1/10/19. Lynette Adgate, Village Clerk Adopted: 1/10/2019 Published: 1/12/2019 Effective: 2/1/2019 racks, is filled solid with of January, 2017 and recorded in the office of the Register of home-smocked hams and Deeds, for The County of Barry bacon, the owner’s initials and State of Michigan, on the cut into them. I recall the 26th day of January, 2017 in sawdust on the floor, a large Doc# 2017-000836 and re­ veal calfhanging from a ceil­ recorded 06/13/2017 in doc# 2017-005918 of Barry County ing hook, the tins of oysters Records, said Mortgage having that were affordable then been assigned to Freedom (but which may be out of Mortgage Corporation on which reach for today’s working mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the man). sum of Two Hundred Thirty Five It is too bad that kids now Thousand Two Hundred Thirty do not have an opportunity to Three & 69/100 ($235,233.69), see a real old-fashioned meat by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and market. pursuant to statute of the State of And now comes Christmas Michigan, notice is hereby given Day. Since midnight the old that on the 24th day of January, Triumph bread mixer has 2019 at 1:00 PM o’clock Local been churning out bread and Time, said mortgage will be by a sale at public sweet dough. Fancy bread foreclosed auction, to the highest bidder, and Parker House rolls must at the Barry County Courthouse be baked before the influx of in Hastings, Ml, of the premises roasting pans filled with described in said mortgage, chickens, ducks, some geese or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, and a few turkeys. There is with interest thereon at 4.7500 the job of stuffing these with per annum and all legal costs, sage, onion and celery. charges, and expenses, including By 8 o’clock in the morn-the attorney fees allowed by law, also any sum or sums which ing Wenger’s meat market and may be paid by the undersigned, has brought in a huge porker. necessary to protect its interest He is placed on his knees in in the premises. Which said a sap pan, a thick paste ofrye premisess are described as flour and salt is plastered all follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any over him, and he is shoved and all structures, and homes, into the back of the oven. manufactured or manufactured or otherwise, The rest is history. He is located thereon, situated in the sealed and steamed in his City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described own juices. as follows, to wit: Lot 731 and By noon the mingled the North 1/2 of Lots 729 and aroma of sage, onion and 730, of the City, formerly Village roasting meat begins to have of Hastings, according to the an effect on one’s stomach, plat thereof, as recorded in Barry County Records During the six but there is still much to do. (6) months immediately following By 1 o’clock most of the the sale, the property may be orders of baked goods and redeemed, except that in the event roasted meat have been that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA picked up. 600.3241a, the property may But before we can have be redeemed 30 days after the Last of the Belson boys dies J-Ad Graphics staff Middleville and Hastings members were saddened with local readers in 2009 this week to hear of the and 2010. His family moved death of Carl Belson, 95, of three times in his childhood, Hastings. He was the but he was never far from younger brother of Howard the Thomapple River or Belson, whose recollections Main Street, sources of were printed in Susan many of his reminiscences. Hinckley’s column in the Thanks to the Belsons, 1980s and republished in readers have been able to the past few years. step back in time and see Carl Belson shared his life in local villages from own memories of growing the perspective of those up in Nashville - and, later, young boys. foreclosure sale or when the time to provide the notice required by the statute expires, whichever is later. Pursuant to MCLA 600.3278, the mortgagors) will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging 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 t Mortgagee’s attorney Dated: d: 12/22/2018 Freedom Mortgage Corporation Mortgagee FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.O. 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Pictured are (standing, from left) Loretta Meehan, Denise Jarman, (sitting) Joan Meehan, Monique Meehan, Patty Jarman, Kristen Brzychi, Nina Crabtree and Lydia Moccardine. Santa Claus made his final rounds in Nashville prior to his annual Christmas Eve sleigh ride, and visited 13 businesses while puffing on his pipe. He is pictured with (from left) Glen Gorodenski, Milissa Pennington and Kim Gorodenski. 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Maple Valley was within 11 points with just under a minute to play before the Eagles tacked on a few late baskets. “We turned the ball over too much and didn’t shoot the ball real well,” Lion head coach Landon Wilkes said. “We were getting shots that I liked, but I didn’t feel like we were ready for the shots that we got if that makes sense. “We have to learn to get to the free throw line, being aggressive attacking,” he added. The Eagles shot 15 free throws in the ballgame. The Lions shot two. Allison McGlocklin led Maple Valley with nine points in the bailgame. Ashlyn Wilkes scored eight points and Gena Rcmsing six. Gracen Zaremba and Regan Whitaker had 12 points each to lead the Eagles. Payton Lehman added ten points. Maple Valley fells to 1-5 overall this season with the loss. The Lions were headed to Perry for another Greater Lansing Activities Conference bailgame last night. The Lions go to Lansing Christian Tuesday and will be home Friday, Jan. 18, to take on Leslie. gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, Ofc I £&fe » ?'"tfee e fefe fef fe ?»<<« The Village of Nashville will hold a Public Hearing on February 14, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 203 N. Main. PURPOSE: To discuss the proposed budget for the 2019-2020 budget year. THE BUDGET BEING DISCUSSED IS BASED ON THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED FOR THE SUMMER OF 2019. The 2019-20 budget will be voted on during the regular Council Meeting to be held immediately after the Public Hearing. RECYCLING CENTER The Sunfield Township Board is aware that many individuals from surrounding communities are using the recycling facility. The center does not produce the revenue needed for normal operation. To be fair to Township taxpayers, effective Saturday, March 2, 2019, ONLY Sunfield Township residents or property owners will be allowed to use the Recycling Center with no fee. Please be prepared to prove Township residency, with your name and/or address. Non-residents will be charged a $10.00 fee per visit, payable in cash only. (Exact change is required.) Thank you for your cooperation. Also, due to public comment the hours of operation will changed to Wednesday's from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday's (tom 9 a.m. to noon. The Sunfield Township Board marital 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 IegaI 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 viola­ tion 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 num bcr for the hearing impaired is I -800-927 9275 VALLEV MAPLEVALLEY SCHOOL OF CHOICE SCHOOLS Maple Valley Schools will provide a nurturing environment that creates productive citizens with lifelong learning skills. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP • Residential • Commercial • Farm VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE eP* TVANTENNAi TOWER INSTALLATION. handicap, familial status, national origin, age or SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS PUBLIC HEARING Antenna Men'll NOTICE TO ALL INDIVIDUALS USING THE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP 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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Our programming includes: Positive Behavior Interventions Caring Student-Centered Teachers Updated Elementary Curriculum Enrichment Courses Physical and Health Education Library and Computers Band (Grades 5 -12) Art Education Comprehensive Assessment Plan Special Education Supports Multi-Tier System of Support (MTSS) Counseling Services District wide Nurse Extra and Co - Curricular Offerings Award winning Agriculture program Maple Valley Pathways High School (Altemative/Adult/Virtual) Comprehensive Business Programs Woods/Manufacturing/Sawmill (operations) Musical Programs Dual Enrollment Opportunities Advanced Placement Courses (AP) Music Education We are now accepting Schools ofChoice applications for the second semester ofthe 2018­ 19 school year. Enrollment is available for all grades Pre 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 districts. Our staff at Maple Valley will know and care for your child as an individual. Your child will be accepted for his/her strengths and skillfully challenged to improve on weaknesses. For enrollment information, please call 517.852.9699. Visit our website: mvs.kl2.mi.us Applications will be accepted through Friday, January 25,2019. �Page 8 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, January 12,2019 2019 cheer season starts at Lions’ New Year Invite Brett Bremer Sports Editor A pair of stale qualifying teams from a year ago bat­ tled it out for the top overall score Saturday at the Maple Valley New Year Invitational. Pewamo-Westphalia, which placed eighth in the state in Division 4 a year ago, edged out the Lakewood varsity competitive cheer team in each of the first two rounds but the Vikings put together an impressive 297JO in round three to surge past the Pirates in the standings. Lakewood, a team that placed fifth at the Division 2 State Finals last year, fin­ ished the meet with an over­ all score of 735.12, besting the Pirates’ score of 710.90. Sturgis was the top Division 2 team at the nine-team meet, scoring a total of 698.74 points, placing third overall ahead of Pennfield and Hastings who were fourth and fifth. “1 thought for our first time on the mat the girls did very well,” Lakewood head coach Kim Martin said. “Probably our best start of the season in a very long time. This team has a bit of a competitive edge this year. They have a great chemistry and work very well together, this group of 19 girls wants the same things this season.” Lakewood scored a 226.40 in round one and a 211.22 in round two. PewamoWestphalia had a 22730 in round one and a 219.60 in round two before finishing off the meet with a 264.0 in round three. “We have a very solid round one and three this sea­ son, and the makings of our cleanest round two yet,” Martin said. “We know we need these rounds to be solid this year with us heading to the east for regionals.” Maple Valley placed third among the Division 4 teams, behind Pewamo-Westphalia and Webberville. The Lions scored a 206.10 in round one, a 171.62 in round two and a 258.90 in round three. The Lions were a smidgen better than the Webberville girls in round one and just a point behind them in round three. “I was very happy with their first performance of 2019. Round one looked amazing with minimal errors. Round two was a good, but we still need to improve our timing of our skills,” Maple Valley head coach Sarah Huissen said. “We just finished our Round three Thursday night so we are still working on timing with the end, but I was very proud of how well they performed it and how well they work together out on the mat.” Hastings was fifth overall, just barely bested by Interstate-8 Athletic Conference rival Pennfield 688.64 to 678.88. Pennfield scored a 215.40 in round one, 190.94 in round two and 282.30 in round three. The Maple Valley competitive cheer team performs its round three routine during the Maple Valley New Year Invitational Saturday afternoon. (Photo by Amy Jo Parish) The Maple Valley varsity competitive cheer team does a jump during its round two performance Saturday at its own New Year Invitational. (Photo by Amy Jo Parish) Ceramic Heater 750/1500w 1HJ02 Wood Stove Shiloh 7880909 8387029 $22" 7188303 Even forfeiting six-weight classes, the Maple Valley varsity wrestling team man­ aged to push the Olivet Eagles open ‘til the very final bout of their opening Greater Lansing Activities Conference dual Wednesday. The Eagles pulled out a 48-36 Win over the host Lions at the GLAC Quad. The defending league cham­ pions from Lakewood tested the lien 65-10 to close out the day. Anthony Raymond, Nick Martin and Konnor Visger managed pins for the Lions and the dual with Olivet. Maple Valley got its other 18 points thanks to forfeit wins by its lightweights, Matthew LF3750 _ Lifan W Generator |« 1020171 5399“ s139" Baseboard Heater 6231930 s39" • We Fill Propane Cylinders MhomstovnI 3 LUMBER & HARDWARE Leslie was second with an overall score of 598.90, ahead of Maple Valley 582.68, Perry 578.20 and Stockbridge 539.80. Perry was in second place after scoring a 203.30 in round one, but couldn’t keep pace in a tough battle for the runner-up spot through the final two rounds. Leslie was second thanks to a 189.60 in round one, a 163.90 in round two and a 245.40 in round three. The Blackhawks totals in rounds two and three were second only to the Vikings. Maple Valley scored a 186.70 in round one, 158.88 in round two and 237.10 in round three. Eagles edge Maple Valley boys in GLAC dual «449“ GFA60A Heater LP 30k-55/60k. Lakewood was the only team above 600 points at the first Greater Lansing Activities Conference meet of the season, which the Vikings hosted Wednesday. The Vikings tallied a score of 754.82, scoring a 232.10 in round one, a 217.32 in round two and a 305.40 in round three. 219 S. State in Slaght, Aaron Breton and Jesse Brumm. The Lions had a 36-24 lead with four weight classes to go, but had voids in the lime-up at the first three of those beginning at 125 pounds. The Eagles held a 42-36 advantage going into the final bout where 135-pounder Zach Redfield was able to pin the Lions’ Josiah Hawkins to secure his team the win.. In the dual with the Lakewood Vikings, the Lions got their-ten points thanks to a 9-1 win by Brumm over Jordan Mcillwain in the 119pound match and a forfeit win by Visger at 125. The Lions head to Leslie for more GLAC action Wednesday. The Maple Valley team went 3-2 Saturday at the Wyoming Team Invitational. The Lions scored a 36-33 win over the host Wolves, a 42-18 win over Muskegon and a 30-27 win over Sparta. Byron Center bested the Maple Valley guys 63-15 and the Lions also fell 54-27 to Wyoming Lee. Brumm went 5-0 at the tournament for the Lions, pinning all three of his oppo­ nents while also picking up a couple forfeit wins. The Lions’ Martin, Raymond and Breton were all 4-1. Slaght, Jordan Thornton and Visger had three wins apiece. 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Keiffer on school board after Rushford withdraws Taylor Owens asked if that was necessary Staff Writer since Keiffer was the only The Maple Valley Board available choice. of Education unanimously “In my opinion, we’ve voted to appoint Justin seen enough of his back­ Keiffer to the seat left open ground information to know after Chris Ewing did not he’s qualified,” board mem­ take the oath of office earlier ber Brian Green said. this month. Board secretary Kristen Keiffer, 34, ran for the seat Miller moved to appoint in November 2018 as a write­ Keiffer to the open seat until in candidate, but fell short of Dec. 31,2020, and the board enough votes alongside can­ unanimously approved. didates Mark Rushford, Keiffer, a mechanical Garry Patrick, Rob Franks engineer and the father of and Jeff Zank. four children, said he plans Both Keiffer and former to bring more attention to the board president Rushford elementary level, because had sent letters of intent for that’s where his children the open seat to the board, attend. He also said finances but at the regular meeting and staff retention are priori­ Monday, Rushford ties for him. Brian Green is elected Maple Valley Board of Education announced he was retracting Also during the meeting, his letter and conceding the President Monday. new officers were elected. seat. Brian Green returns as presi­ “I spoke to many of the board. I am going to take a that as well and riding off dent, Kristen Miller as secre­ board members, and I decid­ sabbatical that may be per­ into the sunset.” tary and Craig Lackscheide ed to pull my request to manent. I will continue to Superintendent Katherine as treasurer. join,” Rushford said. “I’m serve on the Eaton RESA Bertolini suggested the board All elections were unani­ kind of liking my time off Board for a while ... but set a special meeting to inter­ mous and uncontested except after four years of work on maybe this summer we’ll view Keiffer for the position. for vice president. Burd the Maple Valley school look at pulling me off from Board member Tim Burd nominated Andrea Montgomery, and Miller nominated Lackscheide. Before the vote, Lackscheide said, ifthe result was a tie, he would concede. Miller, Kim Wilkes and Lackscheide voted for Lackscheide, while Burd, Green and Montgomery voted for Montgomery. With Keiffer not yet in the seventh seat, the vote was tied, and Lackscheide retracted his vote. Montgomery also was appointed as the representa­ tive for the scholarship foun­ dation board of directors, Wilkes was elected represen­ tative to the Eaton RESA School Board Association, and Lackscheide was elected to be the board representa­ tive on the district school improvement team. In her first report to the board, Superintendent Katherine Bertolini said the school is finalizing a site for the greenhouse that the agri­ culture program received earlier this year. Bertolini said the greenhouse will like­ ly be placed near the FFA agriculture bam, where it will be closer to water and electricity, and there will be no light pollution from the school’s lights. Bertolini will host a meetand-greet event with the pub­ lic from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 23, at Jack and Judy’s Country Kettle. Also during the meeting, the board accepted the resig­ nation of business teacher and DECA advisor Jassen Dowling, who accepted a position at Holt Public Schools. Lackscheide thanked Dowling for his 18 years of teaching at Maple Valley, and said Dowling would be hard to replace. “He will be well missed,” Lackscheide said. Bertolini presented Dowling with the Staff ofthe Month Award. Tim Schilz was named the month’s Lion Pride Award recipient for his See BOARD, page 5 Dowling resigns after 18 years at Maple Valley Taylor Owens StaffWriter Business teacher and DECA adviser Jassen Dowling, said to be one of the most involved staff mem­ bers at Maple Valley, taught his last day in the district Friday. Dowling, who started at Maple Valley in 2000, has accepted a position at Holt Public Schools and will begin teaching there in the spring semester. Dowling has had a major presence in Maple Valley programs, at the coffee shop, coaching, selling for athletic boosters at games, starting the DECA club and more. It all began when he took on the role of class adviser for the class of 2004. He enjoyed the relationships he built with the students, and organizing events like dances and fundraisers. From there, he became the junior high track and cross country coach, and was the adviser for the junior high student council. He took over mock interviews from computers and finance teacher Monique Colizzi when she left, and started the DECA club at Maple Valley in the 2014­ 2015 school year. Dowling was a member of DECA when he was in high school, and wanted to start the program at Maple Valley so students could learn busi­ ness and professional skills. “It wasn’t easy,” Dowling said in an interview with the Maple Valley News Tuesday. He spent a lot of time trying to convince students to join the program, where they would participate in business and marketing competitions. The first year Maple Valley had fewer than 20 students in the DECA club, and none qualified for the state compe­ tition in Detroit. This year, there are 68 stu­ dents in the program and 20 are headed to the state com­ petition this March. “It’s come a long ways in a short time,” Dowling said. Now DECA is tied togeth­ er with the curriculum, and all students who take market­ ing must also join the club. Maple Valley students have won thousands of dollars in See DOWLING, page 4 Maple Valley Superintendent Katherine Bertolini presents outgoing business teach­ er Jassen Dowling with the Staff of the Month Awarcj. Nashville Sesquicentennial moves ahead Tanett Hodge StaffWriter The village of Nashville is getting excited about it sesquicentennial celebration in August of this year. The committee, formed to plan the weekend ofAug. 2-4, met again last Saturday to discuss additional events and firm up plans, costs and fundraisers to mark 150 years since Nashville was founded. Reports were given by the chairs of the events, media, music, fundraising and finance sub-committees. One idea presented to the committee is a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly paved quarter mile of the Paul Henry Trail to be fin­ ished just before the celebra­ tion, followed by a color run/ walk afterward. Plans for many family activities, musical acts and dancing, history re-enact­ ments, wagon rides, several competitions, a vintage mar- ketplace, craft beer tasting and fireworks are just a few things being planned. Kathy Mix-Haylock reported to the committee that she and Jenna Bums had met with new school superin­ tendent Katherine Bertolini and marked a date for a June Jamboree, which will be a collaboration between the school and the committee to host a family-friendly vendor fair along with a talent com­ petition and royalty contest, as a fundraiser. Proceeds will be split between the two enti­ ties. Tim Rumsey updated the committee on the Sunday afternoon beard contest. He has planned several catego­ ries for entrants. Both men and women are invited to be creative in the non-facial hair category, where entrants can “wear” beards they have creSee NASHVILLE, page 2 In This Issue Planning commission considers light industrial zoning request Maple Valley gets some points in paint in loss to Perry Lions finish busy cheer week at Cheerfest �Pay 2 — Jual Say "As AdwIiMd in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday January 19.2019 Plans move forward for immigrant detention center in Ionia Barbed wire fencing surrounds an outdoor area of the Deerfield Correctional Facility Deerfield Correctional Facility on Harwood Road in Ionia may be the site for a detention center for non-violent male illegal immigrants if Immigration Centers of on Harwood Road in Ionia. This facility was closed in 2016. American and the State of Michigan Land Bank can reach an agreement on the prop­ erty. Bonnie Mattson Staff Writer Immigration Centers of America has submitted a proposal to the State of Michigan Land Bank to pur­ chase the former Deerfield Correctional Facility proper­ ty on Harwood Road in Ionia. ICA estimates the total projected economic impact of an immigration detention facility at that location could be as much as $34.5 million for local government and area businesses. The Deerfield facility, on approximately 50 acres, was closed in 2016 because of declining state prison popu­ lation and the age and condi­ tion ofthe facility. Most of the prisoners housed at Deerfield at the time of closing were trans­ ferred to the Michigan Reformatory in Ionia. If approved, the center would house only male detainees facing civil charges of being in the United States illegally. Country Kettle Cafe 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Nashinllei Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! ICA has submitted a pro­ posal to the State ofMichigan Land Bank to purchase the property, subject to several contingencies. According to Ionia City Manager Jason Eppler, sev­ eral actions need to be taken before the project could move forward. First, the federal govern­ ment must release a request for proposals for the con­ struction and operation of a detention facility in the area. The anticipated need would be to house up to 600 male detainees. Second, Eppler said, ICA would need to be selected as the vendor for the project. If the process moves for­ ward, at some point, the Ionia City Council would be asked to approve a three-par­ ty development agreement for the project between the city, ICA and the State of Michigan Land Bank. The agreement would address issues such as zoning, site plan approval and others. “The timetable is uncer- 2 Slices French Toast, Meat, Small Orange Juice & Coffee •8.25 Meat Lovers Skillet with Gravy *9.50 Carty ‘Bird Special 6:00a.tn.-10:00a.m. 2 Eggs, Meat, Toast, Small Biscuit & Gravy or Small Potato and Gravy with Coffee •6.50 tain at this time and is based on the actual release of the request for proposals by the federal government and the time it takes the federal government to review and select a vendor,” Eppler said in an email to the Lakewood News. In a presentation to the city council at its Jan. 8 meeting, ICA estimated the local economic impact could be as many as 363 direct and indirect full-time jobs. The company also said ICA employees have earned as much as 128 percent high­ er pay than average local wages. ICA, based in Richmond, Va., was founded in 2008 to provide detention and transportation services for the United States Department of Homeland Security. The company's first and only facility to date opened in Farmville, Va., in 2010. Local students graduate from MSU Several area students were conferred degrees the week­ end of Dec. 14 and 15, 2018, at Michigan State University. Among the degree recipi­ ents were students from: Charlotte - Margaret E. Goeman, bachelor of science in human biology; Chelsea D. Locke, bachelor of science in nursing in nursing; Jacob A. Randall, bachelor of arts in media and information. Nashville - Jill E. Traxler, master of science in human nutrition. Cash prizes given in writing contest for high school students To encourage students in Delton Kellogg, Hastings, Maple Valley and Thomapple Kellogg high schools and Barry Intermediate School District with writing aspirations, the Barry Community Foundation is looking for submissions to its annual Write Away Competition The competition is funded by a grant from the late Kensinger Jones and his wife, Alice Jones. Kensinger Jones enjoyed a 50-year career as a writer of radio dramas, creative direc­ tor for international advertising agencies, author of numerous magazine articles and several motion picture scripts. In 1976, he retired to Barry County to raise cattle and embark on a 14-year profes­ sorship at Michigan State University. He and Alice also collaborated on two pub­ lished books. They decided to offer cash awards for teens interested in writing and poetry. The Write Away contest has two divisions. Freshmen and sophomores may submit a poem (preferably with rhyme and meter) and/or an essay. Juniors and seniors may submit a short story (not more than 1 .500 words) on any subject, a poem (prefera­ bly with rhyme and meter), and a feature story based on some aspect of life in Barry County. Writers may submit only one entry in each category, but can enter all categories for their respective grade lev­ els. A cash prize is given for first, second and third places. Details, official rules, and entry forms can be obtained from the English departments in each of the area high schools. Home-schooled stu­ dents are encouraged to apply and may obtain the entry form from the Barry Community Foundation. Submissions must be received by Feb. 15. Winners will be announced in April. More information is avail­ able at high school English departments or from Jillian Foster at the Barry Community Foundation. 269-945-0526, ext. 245, or Jillian@barrycf.org. Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Jan. 21 MLK Day. All sites closed. No meal delivery. Tuesday, Jan. 22 Baked potato bar, chili, tossedd salad, muffin, crackers, apple. Wednesday, Jan. 23 Roast pork & gravy, au gratin potatoes, Italian blend vegetables, banana. Thursday, Jan. 24 Grilled chicken, brown rice pilaf, Prince Charles blend vegetables, tossed salad, fruited jello. Friday, Jan. 25 Hamburger, bun, soup du jour, potato salad, fruit. grapes. Wednesday, Jan. 23 Turkey club salad, creamy pasta salad, Mandarin oranges, cookie. Thursday, Jan. 24 Friday, Jan. 25 Taco salad, Mexican bean and rice salad, com muffin, fruited jello. Home Delivered Hearty Menn Monday, Jan. 21 MLK Day. All sites closed. No meal delivery. Tuesday, Jan. 22 Turkey meatloaf, mashed potatoes & gravy, mixed vegetables, dinner roll, pineapple. MLK Day. All sites closed. No meal delivery. Tuesday, Jan. 22 English muffin, peanut butter, pea & cheese salad, Hamburger, bun, broccoli, apple. Activities Calendar Monday, Jan. 21 - MLK Day. COA closed. Tuesday, Chicken salad, sandwich thin, broccoli cranberry salad, diced peaches. Wednesday, Jan. 23 Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Jan. 21 dill sauce, baked potato, broccoli, applesauce. com, Thursday, Jan. 24 Oven fried chicken, mixed vegetables, spinach, strawberries. Friday, Jan. 25 Alaskan stuffed salmon w/ Jan. 22 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 am.; Line Dancing 9:30 am.; Nashville - Dominoes 11 am. Wednesday, Jan. 23 - Hastings: Card Program 9-11 am.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Woodland: Skipbo and Shuffleboard. Delton: Walking 11 am.-l pm. Thursday, Jan. 24 - Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 am.; Brain Works 1 pm.; Sr. Zumba 4:30 pm.; Zumba 5:30 pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am.; TV Time. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 am.-l pm. Friday, Jan. 25 Hastings: Exercise 9 am.; Bingo 9:30 a.m.; Iron Rails 10:30 am. Woodland: Skipbo and Shuffleboard. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, January 19,2019 — Page 3 NASHVILLE, continued from page 1 Planning commission considers light industrial zoning request Taylor Owens *•* • Sjjyai jyai ya y •*ss • 2 J**? 1 ■ * »Wwi b®(m ■ijBKtitij: l^a UmHiiiii ■Jfe iiiWmfe ■ 1®. talhEI’tafa htr i it lc hta tasu Hi r® &$W® aw. 2®' Valley News Thursday there expected to make a final StaffWriter is no grand plan for the prop­ decision at its next regular The Vermontville Planning erty, and he does not know meeting. Commission will need to talk where Nelson got those to its lawyer for answers on a ideas. request to rezone a portion of Jason Sheridan, property on Allegan Road in Vermontville Village Council the village from residential to president, zoning administra­ light industrial. tor and planning commission At a Jan. 8 public hearing, member, said it doesn’t mat­ questions were raised about ter what business Sharp may water runoff, noise and dust be planning to put on the control ifthe property owned property, the commission by Bruce Sharp is rezoned must consider all possible light industrial. aspects of a light-industrial The commission sched­ zoning. uled another meeting for But Sheridan said the Tuesday, but did not have planning commission hasn’t enough information to make had a request to rezone a a decision at that meeting property from residential to either. light industrial in at least The request to rezone the eight years, and he wants the property was submitted by commission to have all the Sharp, who said he does not information needed to make Beverly have a plan for how the prop­ a decision. Sheridan said erty will be used, if rezoned. some items specific to the Burrows Committee co-chair Kermit Douse gives updates on the August 150-year celebraSharp said he bought the property, such as a private tion of the Nashville. to celebrate property on a whim, to help drive, warrant having a law­ out the people who needed to yer look at exactly how the 90th birthday ated themselves. Other cate­ sell it. Currently, it’s being current zoning ordinances gories will be organized by Beverly Burrows, of used as a residence for would apply. length. A mustache category Sharp’s son, but if the rezon­ Sheridan said he does not Delton, will be celebrating will be available. A challenge ing request goes through, expect the process to take her 90th birthday. She was has been given to all who Sharp may sell the property months, but it will not be bom on January 24, 1929. have not started growing to be used for small business. rushed. Her children are Arvena their beards. The “150-day John Nelson, who lives Once the planning com­ (Joe) Stiglbauer, Aria (Jerry) grow-out challenge” asks adjacent to the property, said mission receives answers Sessions, Lynette (Bill) entrants to take a dated pic­ the lack of information on from the village’s attorney, Ferguson and Laureen (Ken) ture of their beard-free face what type ofbusiness will go either a special meeting will Brown. March 6 and go to the A card shower would be there makes him nervous. be called, or a recommenda­ Hometown Growdown Nelson said he heard rumors tion to the village council appreciated in her honor. You Sunday, Aug. 4, to be mea­ ofthe property being used for may be made at the regular may send cards to Beverly sured. The person with the a solar farm or steel roofing planning commission meet­ Burrows, 129 W. Hobbs Rd., longest beard will win a prize Delton, MI 49046. No gifts manufacturing. ing Feb. 4. and notoriety. Sharp told the Maple The village council is please. Caryn Hansen addressed the members with informa­ tion on how the word is get­ ting out on the Facebook page, and how she would like to use the newspaper more to let community members know the small sesquicentenFriday, January 25 • 10am to 8pm nial spotlights that will hap­ pen each day during the 150­ Saturday, January 26 • 10am to 6pm day countdown. BARRY EXPO CENTER A portion ofthe secret sur­ prise to take on Friday night 1350 N. M-37 Hwy., Hastings 49058 of the event was revealed to the members of the commit­ Kathy Haylock shares information about the June tee. The committee was elat­ Jamboree scheduled for this summer, a celebration and ed with the plans to share the fundraiser for the schools and sesquicentennial commit­ rJdT?l g J adults Complete 15 Item Buffet surprise with the community. H & under tee. 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The Lions hosted their own New Year Invitational Jan. 5, opened the GLAC season at Lakewood Jan. 9 and then went back to Lakewood High School for the Cheefest. The Lakewood ladies won titles at all three of the events, finishing first in the lower division with a score of 772.10. Portland was second in the lower division standings with a score of747.76, ahead of Maple Valley 611.32 and Delton Kellogg 562.94. Maple Valley scored a 192.10 in round one, 176.42 in round two and a 248.80 in round three. Lion head coach Sarah Huissen said her team’s skills were more together in round two Friday and her team’s timing in round one were better than they had been at the meets earlier in the week. “Last night (in practice) we really didn’t push too hard,” Huissen said. “We kind of did a shorter practice. We hit the things we needed to hit. We worked on a little timing of skills. I didn’t push them too hard because I Maple Valley’s Austyn Fears (from left), Hope Musser and Casey Hoyle keep their flyer steady during round three Friday (Jan. 11) at the Lakewood Viking Cheerfest. knew they were tired from Wednesday night and I didn’t want to overtire them for tonight.” “The next big thing is get­ ting our OLEs going in round three. We don’t have those going yet, but we’re still working on our timing and confidence.” Portland and Charlotte run into the Lakewood cheer team here and there, but Flint Powers Catholic made a spe­ cial trip to the Lakewood Viking Cheerfest Friday. All three of those teams will be in the same Division 3 District Tournament at the end of the regular season. Lakewood and Charlotte both won championships Friday, with the Orioles tak­ ing the upper division. The Vikings were a bit surprised to finish a smidgen behind the Orioles in the scoring though, 772.86 to 772.10. Charlotte had a 456.76 to 456.30 lead on the Vikings heading into round three, a round where the Vikings were certainly clean­ er with a couple of their stunts than the Orioles, but Charlotte did enough to out­ score the Vikings 316.10 to 315.80 in that final round. Lakewood head coach Kim Martin said her team had fewer balance checks in round three than in her team’s previous meet. She expects that finishing a few tenths of a point against the future district foe will inspire her girls. “One thing about this team that I haven’t seen in my last few years’ teams is that they don’t settle. At league meets I struggle to have them at their best, and that was not the case Wednesday night (Jan. 9). They know that they have to perform every meet. They know they have to go out and do the best that they can do. Do we have stuff to clean up? Absolutely, but it is only the third meet of the season. This team has a little bit of a different edge to them than my last few years. “They mesh well. We have a good core of girls.” Lakewood scored a 233.10 in round one and a 223.20 in round two. Charlotte tallied a score of 231.70 in round one and a 225.06 in round two. Mason was second in the upper division standings Friday with a score of 632.22 and Flint Powers Catholic third at 555.54. DOWLING, continued from page 1 DECA competitions; such as Carli Deo and Kaylea Huges, who won more than $1,000 with their small-business idea for bath bombs for dogs. Dowling acknowledged most of his students don’t know what they want to do after high school, but said DECA teaches them the soft skills in communication and Selena Cruz Castilla holds flyer Elena Erchiga Torres in a shoulder sit during their professionalism that they round three performance Friday at the Lakewood Viking Cheerfest. (Photo by Brett will need in the real world no matter what they do. Bremer) Dowling and his business students also started a coffee shop in the high school cafe­ teria, which raises money for DECA projects and trips. First, Dowling had to clear cases of expired pop from the LOCATED AT 302 E. Main Street, Vermontville, Ml on: Lion’s Den snack shop. The cases had been left behind WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2019 • 12:30 P.M. when the store closed. The Lion’s Cafe started with a Selling this home with three bedrooms, bath, broken coffee maker from living and dining rooms, kitchen, family room with fireplace located on approximately 10 acres of the teacher’s lounge land. A garage/pole building is also included with Dowling fixed it and the cafe the property. became a full operation shop where students make espres­ OPEN HOUSES: Wednesday, January 23, 4:00-5:30 p.m. so from coffee beans they and Sunday, January 27 - 1:00-2:30 p.m. roast at the cafe. The Lion’s Cafe is completely run by Call for a flyer with additional information. students, including eight ESTATE OF PATRICIA PRESCOTT managers, which Dowling said is the whole point of the project. Phone: 517-726-0181 144 South Main St “It’s cool; it’s their shop,” Roc 517-726-0060 P.O. Box 146 Dowling said. e-mail: stantonsauctionsQsbcqlobal.net NftA ESTATE AUCTION OF HOME LOCATED ON 10± ACRES OF LAND Vermontville, Ml 49096 Website: www.stantons-auctions.com Selling real estate and all types of property, at auction, anywhere. gS Looking back on 18 years dren have graduated from at Maple Valley, Dowling school and gone off on their said he has a lot ofmemories own, it was the right time for of relationships, students, Dowling to take on a new and obstacles they overcame. opportunity. “The difficult days are the “My goal is to kind of days you remember the most bring entrepreneurship to - when you look back and Holt,” Dowling said. “It’s a say, ‘I can’t believe we sur­ big step. It’s a big district.” vived that.’ ” But he acknowledged it He remembers when the would be weird not having to bus broke down on a DECA stay late after school working trip to Detroit, when fellow on multiple projects. business teachers Colizzi and Business teacher Richelie Gail Johnson both left in the Deo will take over the DECA same year and when he was program and marketing in teacher contract negotia­ classes in the spring semes­ tions until 4 a.m. and his wife ter. called the police because she “I am really going to miss was afraid something had Jassen,” Deo said Wednesday. happened to him. “He has been such a big sup­ But the positives for porter of Maple Valley Dowling were when he saw Schools and taking on so his students benefit from many projects and events. He what they had learned. will be missed by students “The best thing I’ve ever and staff. had is kids who say they did “The man has a heart of well in an interview because gold and did so much for this of mock interviews,” district.” Dowling said. In another case, one ofhis students went on to an entrepreneurship class at LCC, and handed in her semester project the sec­ ond day of class. “It makes it tough to leave, but it was well worth it,” Dowling said. Emma Kay, bom at Emma Now that Dowling’s chil- Spectrum Health Pennock on January 6, 2019 to Rachel Howard and Brent Snowden ofNashville. NEWEST CITIZENS __ �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, January 19,2019 — Page 5 Maple Valley gets some points in paint in loss to Perry Perry jumped out to a dou­ ble digit lead over the Maple Valley varsity boys’ basket­ ball team at Perry High School Friday and went on to a 76-54 Greater Lansing Athletic Conference victory. “After a rough first quar­ ter, we played pretty good,” Maple Valley head coach Trent Harvey said. “We got the ball down low to our big. They both had good nights.” Hugheston Heckathom led the Lions with 20 points and eight rebounds. Carson Hasselback added 18 points and ten rebounds. Caleb Leykauf led the Ramblers with 24 points and Barret Hallock added 13 points. BOARD, continued from page 1 The Ramblers improved their record to 4-0 in the GLAC with the victory. The Lions were 1-3 in the GLAC heading into Friday night’s bailgame with visit­ ing Leslie. The Lions will also be in action today, head­ ing to Little Caesars Arena in Detroit to take on Bellevue. Ramblers extend lead over Lion ladies in second half I1 ’’***"'1 ** 1 *t^S g it gii; it T'wit^ Bz?w . J*®' .'Mtrtjij .' *" Iwi®mii2,j| ’.ttS1 nMfafe *!lb Esafc iaiiSfti®,,r*sP Ksnuossttdik Wr Mmfe ■km &faiiiisffliffi liijbl al Bit fe (jj iitaia iffi The Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball team fell to 1-5 overall this season with a 57-28 loss at Perry Friday evening. The Lions held an 8-7 lead after one quarter, but the Ramblers rallied to lead 25-15 by the half. Alyssa Welsh led the Ramblers with 19 points as they pulled away in the sec­ ond half and teammate Grade Ohlmer added 15 points. Lion head coach Landon Wilkes said he was pleased with his girls’ effort Friday, but that they need to continue doing the little things better, like boxing out and making better passes. They are still striving to attack the basket more often as well. “We will continue to work hard and improve,” Wilkes added. “These young ladies are hard workers and want to improve.” The Lions had their con­ test with Lansing Christian postponed Tuesday. They were scheduled to host Leslie last night and will be back in action today (Jan. 19) at After Mark Rushford withdrew his name from consideration, Justin Keiffer (pictured) Little Caeser’s Arena in was appointed to the open seat on the Maple Valley Board of Education. Detroit for a ballgame against the Bellevue Broncos. volunteer work with the athDuring public comment, an issue with dress code _ letic program, but was not Montgomery read an email enforcement. present at the meeting; sent by Kim Ripley, who had The board approved the purchase of a walk-in cooler and freezer, heated sandwich display and transport cart for $31,365 from Michigan Restaurant Services. The food service budget, which is separate from the Shawn Cockrell Memorial overall budget, has a large Tournament at Quincy High surplus in its general fund, School today )Jan. 19) and and the Michigan Department will return to GLAC action at of Education mandated the the league quad hosted by school spend some of that Perry Wednesday. Maple money. Food Service Valley goes to the Bill Evans Director June Lesatz said she Tournament hosted by Battle has more equipment to pur­ Creek Central next Saturday chase before she will be fin­ (Jan. 26). ished paying down the sur­ plus. Lions bested by Leslie in GLAC wrestling dual Leslie scored a 48-19 win over the Maple Valley varsity wrestling team Wednesday in Greater Lansing Activities Conference action. The Lions got four victo­ ries in the dual at Leslie High School, including a pin from Matthew Slaght in the 112 pound flight. Jesse Brumm followed that up with a 9-1 major decision against the Blackhawks’ Cannon Risner at 119. Maple Valley also had Anthony Raymond pull out a 5-4 win over Nathaniel Courtney in the 160-pound match. The Lions’ other six points came thanks to a forfeit win by Cohen Raymond at 103 pounds. The Lions are a part of the OKlffi Rtai liiffi inbtprtit sMalfsftli NEWS FROM THE EATON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Digital TV Antennas Cell Phone Boosters Kim Wilkes is the newest member of the Maple Valley Board of Education. 517.646.0439 TV ANTENNA & TOWER INSTALLATION, REPAIR S REMOW. <UIK miisWaJ gjEt, iMflU W®!' In the past week, Eaton suspect in the robbery of County deputies have Aldi grocery store and Chase responded to 32 alarms, 17 Bank in Delta Township. car accidents, 23 citizen Several professional assists, 20 well-being checks, excellence awards were pre­ 15 domestic disputes, 49 sented: A corrections deputy shoplifting complaints, one prevented an inmate from drug offense, 10 larcenies, 10 attempting suicide, four cor­ operating-while-impaired rections deputies subdued an incidents, 12 personal-injury inmate who was threatening crashes, 17 property-damage harm to staff members, a crashes, 43 suspicious situa­ sergeant and four road-patrol tions, 24 traffic hazards, 264 deputies rescued a subject traffic stops, 23 traffic viola­ who attempted suicide, a tions and 13 vacation checks. deputy initiated a traffic stop Overall, deputies respond­ that resulted in the arrest of ed to 859 calls for service armed robbery suspects from and events. GameStop in Delta As sheriff of Eaton Township, a deputy appre­ County, one ofthe highlights hended an arson suspect, two I look forward to each year is deputies rescued the driver the annual award ceremony of an SUV that had rolled where I have the pleasure of over in drainage ditch trap­ recognizing citizens and ping him underneath, a depu­ sheriff’s office staff for acts ty used outstanding investi­ ofkindness and heroism that gative skills that led to the go above and beyond. This arrest of a known metham­ year’s ceremony was phetamine distributor and Wednesday. I want to list violent criminal, and a depu­ some of the acts performed ty apprehended two armed that awards were presented robbery suspects of Soldan’s. for: Special recognition was Letters of Commendation given to the family of Lt. were presented to a sergeant Larry Treadwell who passed and two detectives for actions away in the summer of.2018. resulting in the arrest of a The ceremony ended with the presentation of awards for employee, volunteer and deputy of the year. These are just a few of the hundreds of acts performed throughout the year in the sheriff’s office service of the citizens of Eaton County. I know part ofmy weekly arti­ cle includes the totals ofcalls taken from the previous week. These calls add up, and this is a good opportuni­ ty to provide totals of 2018. The sheriff’s office had a total of 42,724 calls for ser­ vice. Of these 1,492 were alarm responses, 1,642 were citizen and motorist assists, 683 domestic disputes, 663 stops for people driving while intoxicated, 367 per­ sonal-injury crashes, 1,481 property-damage crashes, 349 hit-and-run incidents, 730 larcenies, 265 break­ ing-and-entering incidents, 9,911 traffic stops, and 502 vacation checks. As you can see, 2018 was a busy, productive year. I am honored to lead a staff of highly trained professionals whose top priority is the safety and well-being of the citizens of Eaton County. ''your hometown project PREMIUM GRADE WOOD FUEL PELLETS 100% WOOD HEADQUARTERS! ARMSTRONG “TIni VINYL SIDING Qak<5Y£> CABINETS 77ie World Loader In Specialty Building Products. “Innovation is our most valuable asset" USG DRYWALL OAK, PINE MOLDING PLYWOOD - LUMBER PRE-HUNG STEEL DOORS SUPPLIES CEILING TILE DRY MIX CRETE Come no ommee.to Anome.to .qnu .quality dearliste y n. 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Fetterley Barry County Extension Calendar ofEvents NOTICE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made Logging, (269)818-7793 by Timothy Hall, Sarah Hail, hus­ BLEAM EAVESTROUGH- band and wife, to Fifth Third MortING SEAMLESS gutter. 50 gage-Mi, LLC, Mortgagee, dated colors, free estimates. Since October 30, 2013 and recorded 1959 (269)945-0004. November 6, 2013 in Instrument www.bleameaves.com Number 2013-013396 Barry Coun­ ty Records, Michigan. Said mortGUTTER LEAF GUARD: We gage is now held by Fifth Third install several styles of leaf Bank S/B/M to Fifth Third Mortgage protection for your gutter & Company, by assignment There is downspout system, one for ev­ claimed to be due at the date here­ ery problem & budget. Before of the sum of Eighty-One Thou­ Two Hundred Ninety-Eight you sign a high priced con­ sand and 69/100 Dollars ($81,298.69), tract with the big city firms, including interest at 4.375% per get a price from us. We've annum. served this area since 1959. Under the power of sale conBLEAM EAVESTROUGHING tained in said mortgage and the (269)945-0004. statute in such case made and pro­ vided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premis­ es, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, PUBLISHER’S Michigan at 1:00 PM on FEBRU­ NOTICE: ARY 21,2019. All real estate advertising in this newspaper is Said premises are located in subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan the City of Hastings, Barry County Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ Michigan, and are described as: gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or Lot 1217 of the City, formerly Vil­ discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or lage of Hastings, according to the marital status, or an intention, to make any such recorded plat thereof, Barry Coun­ preference, limitation or discrimination.'* Familial ty Records. status includes children under the age of 18 living The redemption period shall be with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women 6 months from the date of such and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept Scde, unless determined aban­ any advertising for real estate which is in viola­ doned in accordance with MCLA tion of the Jaw. Our readers are hereby informed §600.3241 a, in which case the re­ that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are demption period shall be 30 days available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at from the date of such sale. 616-451 -2980. The HUD toll-free telephone num­ If the property is sold at fore­ ber for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 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: January 19,2019 File No. 19-000440 Firm Name: Orlans PC (01-19)(02-09) 111811 EWING WELL DRILLING INC. SCHOOLS Maple Valley Schools will provide a nurturing environment that creates productive citizens with lifelong learning skills. Maple Valley Schools has upgraded all school buildings and facilities. We are proud to announce the following: Pre School & Child Care Options Upgraded Technology New lockers and locker rooms Athletic Facility Improvements The Maple Valley Staff has been working diligently to update our curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Our programming includes: Positive Behavior Interventions Caring Student-Centered Teachers Updated Elementary Curriculum Enrichment Courses Physical and Health Education Library and Computers Band (Grades 5 - 12) Art Education Comprehensive Assessment Plan Special Education Supports Multi-Tier System of Support (MTSS) Counseling Services District wide Nurse Extra and Co - Curricular Offerings Award winning Agriculture program Maple Valley Pathways High School (Altemative/Adult/Virtual) Comprehensive Business Programs Woods/Manufacturing/Sawmili (operations) Musical Programs Dual Enrollment Opportunities Advanced Placement Courses (AP) Music Education We are now accepting Schools ofChoice applications for the second semester ofthe 2018­ 19 school year. Enrollment is available for all grades Pre K-12 and in the Maple Valley Pathways High School. Residents of Eaton, Barry, Calhoun, Ionia or Ingham County Intermediate School Districts are welcome tojoin 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. Our staff at Maple Valley will know and care for your child as an individual. Your child will be accepted for his/her strengths and skillfully challenged d to improve on weaknesses. 2012 Jan. 21 Jan. 25-27 Jan. 26 Jan. 28 Feb. 4 Feb. 6 Feb. 7 Feb. 11 Feb. 12 Feb. 15-16 Feb. 16-17 Feb.16 Feb.16 Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 pm., Emmanuel Episcopal Church Green & White Swine Youth Fair & Open Market Sow Show, MSU Pavilion 2019 State 4-H Rabbit & Cavy Show, MSU Pavilion Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 pm., Emmanuel Episcopal Church Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 pjn., Extension Office Teen Leader Meeting, 6:30 pjn., Extension Office Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 pm., Expo Center Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 pm. 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This person has many paper credentials, but to my knowledge has never held an officer’s position in any fire or EMS service. This person has hand-picked and brought in to be a socket puppet so that the two board members in question can control this candidate because the two members are afraid of someone who has a brain and a backbone, and will stand up for the depart­ ment and its members. Jeff Wetzel has the respect Letters to the Editor Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues ofthe members ofthe depart­ ment, along with the respect of the surrounding depart­ ments that the Vermontville Fire Department work with. Jeff Wetzel has been a mem­ ber of the department for many years and has worked his way up the officer ranks to his current position as assistant chief. I know of no other organization who would bring in someone with little or no experience and start them out at the top. 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"Where Everyone is Someone Special." information call 1-269-731-5194. For Worship.......................................... 9:15 a.m. 6043 E. M-79 Highway, Sunday Service 10 a.m. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship (1/2 mite East ol M-66, 8:30 a.m We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. Sunday School .............. 10 A.M. Service.... ........ 11:15 P.M. Service.... ................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY . Mickey Cousino . Certified Lay Minister . Phone 616-765-5322 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Children's Classes, Sunday School................................ 9:45 am. 1 a.m. Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, A.M. Service................................................... 11 ..6p.m. Leadership Training P.M. Service.................................................... 6 M-79 West PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Wed. Service.................................................. 7 Wednesday Evening: Worship.................................................. 7 p.m. PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................. 930 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville Sunday School................. ......... 9:45 Worship Service.............. .............. 11 Sunday Evening Service ..... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service... 630 p.m. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT ...... P.M.Worship ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH AWANA.............................. 630-8 p.m. Wed. Sunday: AM. Worship............. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, 795-2370 or A mission of St Rose Catholic Church, 4 miles west of Nashville QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School............................... 9:45 a.m. Nashville, Ml 49073 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville For more Information call: Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 5 mi. south ofNashville) GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH ...................... 11XX) a.m. Holy Communion Traditional 1928 Book of KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR Sunday Services: Common Prayer used for all services. 517-588-8415 PASTOR Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Parsonage: 517-852-0685 Church Service PEGGY BAKER A Spirit-filled Church United Methodist Women: (517) 726-0258 and many other activities. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange PASTOR KAREN KINNEY PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 10: 00 am Phone (269) 963-7710 11XX) a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Church Service....................................... 9 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study .............................. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (Nursery Provided) 2415 McCann Road Worship Service........................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Night Service......................................... 6:45 Wednesday Evening: NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, 803 Reed St, Nashville Sunday School.................................... 10 a.m. Sunday: ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville .Worship WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominatlonal) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 am. 11:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Phone: (517) 852-1783 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN e-tnall: grace@gc3.org PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 517-652-1580 269-763-3120 �Page 8 jUst Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, January 19,2019 nashvilleroute66.com Brittany Snook Photography Country Kettle Cafe COURT-SIDE Screen Printing & Embroidery Daniels Funeral Home Eaton Federal Savings Bank The Flower House Assisted Living Hastings City Bank Hickey Electric Hometown Lumber & Hardware NASHVILLE,Ml Kent Oil & Propane Maple Valley Implement Maple Valley Pharmacy SESQUICENTENNIAL Maple Valley Schools August 2-4 MOO-ville Creamery 150 Years Musser's Service & Auto Sales NASHVILLE TURNS 150 YEARS 1869 TO 2019 NASHVILLE SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION STARTING MARCH 6 There will be the 150 Day Countdown with activities planned every day JUNE 1 Golf Fundraiser at Centennial Acres in Sunfield JUNE 22 Royalty Contest Talent Contest Nashville Family Dentistry Pennington Bobcat & Backhoe Rose Construction AUGUST 2-4, 2019 STARTING MONDAY, JANUARY 21 "We are Nashville 2019" Portraits to be taken of everyone in town! 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 4, January 26, 2019 Wetzel named Vermontville Twp. fire chief after lengthy debate Jeff Wetzel (at the podium) is interviewed by the Vermontville Township Board during Thursday's meeting. (Photo by Amy Jo Parish.) New Fire Chief Jeff Wetzel (left) speaks with Kalamo Township Board Trustee Kim Eldred after the meeting. (Photo by Amy Jo Parish.) Amy Jo Parish Contributing Writer After a nearly three-hour meeting of the township board, Vermontville has a new fire chief: Assistant Chief Jeff Wetzel. Wetzel was picked after interviewing for the post before the township board and more than 40 audience members. Two candidates applied for the opening after previ- ous Fire Chief Matt Emery submitted his resignation several months ago. Wetzel filled in as the interim chief. By statute, the chief posi­ tion is appointed by the township board. With 16 years of experience with the fire department, Wetzel had the support of the depart­ ment, fire association and several area fire departments. The board also inter­ viewed Tracy St. John, the only other applicant for the post. A 12-year member of the department, St. John left two years ago to pursue further education. She is a lieutenant with Benton Township Fire Department, a fire and emer­ gency medical services instructor and holds more than 30 certifications. While St. John meets all of the educational and certifica­ tion requirements, the posi- tion requirements include a year of consecutive service before promotion to a line officer position. Wetzel meets the experi­ ence requirements, however, he lacks a few of the credentials listed for the position. Township trustee Gary Goris said the board would work with anyone appointed to the position to ensure the requirements are met within a timely manner of their appointment. Residents in the audience, along with Sue Villanueva who serves on the fire and ambulance committee, ques­ tioned St. John’s absence from the department. “The point is they (the township board) have to look at all the options. They can’t just take the person that's there. It’s important to see what options are out there and see whether you’re making the best choice. That’s their responsibility." Kim Eldred, Kalamo Township Board Trustee “We’ve had several appli­ cations in the paper stating we needed help,” Villanueva asked. “Why didn't you ever apply for them? Now, all of a sudden, you’re applying for fire chief?” “I worked here for 12 years, ma’am,” St. John replied. “The first applica­ tion that I noticed was at the open house, which I did attend here in October, and that’s when I started to con­ sidered coming back to this service was in October and they posted for the fire chief in November.” “OK. Well, I’ve been around many years and I know we’ve had several in the paper asking for help and See FIRE CHIEF, pg. 5 Winter homecoming isnext week Maple Valley Schools will celebrate winter homecom­ ing all next week. The cartoons-themed week will fea­ ture a staff vs. students vol- leyball game and culminate in the basketball game at 7 p.m. Friday against Galesburg-Augusta. The winter homecoming royalty candidates are seniors Gavin Booher, Isaac Christopher and Noah Hansen for king, amd Ashley Curtis, McKayla Weiler and Paige Tuller for queen. Candidates for prince and princess, representing the junior class, are Garrett Pearson and Aurora Linn; representing the sophomore silver for seniors. Students class, Adam Finkler and will be dressing up in paja­ Lyssa Walker; and represent­ mas Monday, Hawaiian ing the freshman class are clothes Tuesday, class colors Alexis Booher and Duncan Wednesday, themes Seaume. Thursday, and school spirit The themes, by class, will day is Friday. be Qubo for freshmen, The annual powerball vol­ Nickelodeon for sopho­ leyball game between the mores, Disney for juniors juniors, seniors and staff will and Cartoon Network for be at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, seniors. The class colors are Jan. 30. Admission is $5. The annual homecoming green and pink for freshmen, orange and white for sopho­ dance will be from 7 to 10 mores, black and red for p.m. Feb. 2 in the high school juniors and navy blue and cafeteria. In This Issue The Winter Homecoming Court candidates are, (from left) seniors Gavin Booher, Ashley Curtis, Isaac Christopher, McKayla Weiler, Noah Hansen, Paige Tuller, juniors Garrett Pearson, Aurora Linn, sophomore Lyssa Walker, fresh­ men Duncan Seaume and Alexis Booher. Missing from photo is Adam Finkler. (Photo by Taylor Owens) • Augustine elected chair of Eaton County board • Conservation district to restore Nashville property Faith and optimism help Miller recover from tragedy Bellevue digs out of early hole against Lions in Detroit �Page 2 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, January 26,2019 Conservation district to restore Nashville property No action taken on employee severance pay Taylor Owens Staff Writer The Barry Conservation District has been quiet about the 22-acre property on Reed Street behind Carl’s Super Market, until a presentation Thursday by executive direc­ tor Sarah Nelson. The district has the prop­ erty on a long-term lease from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and is working to restore the property, previ­ ously meant for housing development. “It’s kind of been hidden until now,” Nelson said during the Nashville Village Council meeting. Over the next few years, she said, the district plans to build up the property and customize it for the citizens ofNashville. “This is really only the beginning,” Nelson said. “I want to work with the whole community to seek out local needs ... We’re very much about collaboration.” Currently, Nelson said the property does not have a lot in place, but the district could install a gravel drive, wet­ land overlook bird blind and information kiosks. The property also could be used for programming with local schools, and Nelson said she has already talked to Maple Valley agriculture teacher Aaron Saari about possible collaborations. The district is looking to partner with local groups to get feedback for the property HomeCookin' /Jack £ Judy's^ Barry Conversation District Executive restoration of a Nashville property. and secure funding to build it mistake, and MERS had no up. More information is issue with how the severance available at banycd.org. package is paid out. “Feel free to go back there, Ultimately, the council took we just ask that you be no action on the issue, and respectful,” Nelson said. the policy remains standing. Also during the meeting, “I see no value to the tax­ the council had a follow-up payers paying somebody discussion on the employee eight weeks when they retirement package debated retire,” council member Gary earlier this month. During White said. “How do we get the Jan. 10 meeting, a motion rid of this?” failed to pass that would Kenyon said that converhave made retirement sever­ sation could be had at a later ance packages lump-sum date, and he would speak payments instead of being more about the issue during distributed over multiple roundtable discussion at the months. end of the meeting. At the time, it was believed Council member Tanett the long-term payments Hodge said she expected to would not be allowed along- have the conversation at the side the Municipal meeting Thursday. Hodge Employees Retirement said it would be unfair to System. But Thursday, take the severance package Council President Mike away from employees who Kenyon said that had been a were expecting it, but the council should look at phas­ ing it out. White said he also expect­ Check Out Our ed to have the conversation Sally /3itd Thursday, and added that he has attempted to put multiple issues on the agenda only to have them taken off before the meetings. “I have no problem having Monday - Friday that discussion,” Kenyon 6 a.m. -10 a.m. said, and he told White to wait until later in the meet­ ing, where Kenyon brought the issue up during roundta­ 2 Eggs, Meat, Toast ble discussion. with 1/4 Order of “I would like the policy Potatoes or 1/4 Order and ordinance committee to Biscuits and Gravy dokithe very thiing Gary liis with Coffee. aisking - tod reviewdi our poli”and cies ordinances, z Country $ BREAKFAST SPECIAL Kettle Cafe ..jy 113 N. Main, b Nashville *TS? 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! Director *6.50 , Dr. Katherine Bertolini Greetings, Maple Valley. January has been a whirl­ wind month of first-time events for me as I integrate into my role as your new superintendent. I have enjoyed two events at Maplewood and Fuller schools and once this goes to press, I will have had my final meet-and-greet event at the high school between the Sarah Nelson discusses girls’ and boys’ basketball games in the auditorium. During my building tours, I’ve been meeting our incredKenyon said. “There’s a lot ible secretarial staff members of stuff in there that probably who work to keep us humis archaic and needs to be ming along with great effi­ removed.” ciency. I have met some of The council approved new our excellent Chartwells food committee appointments service staff, bus drivers and during the meeting. Kenyon, custodial staff from Key Hodge and Page Headley Cleaning who work hard to will sit on the policy and keep a clean and beautiful ordinance committee. environment in which our “Do I have a whole one students can learn. Our bus appointment?” White asked drivers are a friendly and after reviewing the appoint-hardworking bunch who ments Keyon had presented.. made an excellent batch of White’s only appointment chili and gave me a warm was to the parks, buildings welcome. and grounds committee. A great opportunity to During the meeting, he had know w our paraprofessionals requested to be on the finance presented itself during our and office staff committee. in-service Monday, and I was Kenyon cited numerous impressed with the length of committees and boards thatt service so many ofthem have White had said he could not dedicated to to our our district. district. sit on due to work conflicts. They provide a tremendous The council voted to layer of extra support and accept the committee care for our students, and we appointments, after a motion are fortunate to have them. by council member Johnny Our first board meeting Hartwell, with White the had an organizational and only dissenting vote. celebratory focus as we rec­ In other business, the ognized the contributions of council moved to pursue a Jassen Dowling, our wellcontract with the Barry loved and inspirational busiCounty Information ness teacher and DECA Technology Department for adviser avser as our unanimously the village’s IT services. The nominated staff person of the village currently contracts month. Mr. Dowling is leav. . g with a company in Chicago inggp us to take a position in that charges $125 an hour. Holt Public Schools. He The county would charge leaves eaves a tremendous remenous legacy egacy $50, and village clerk Lynette of commitment to students, Adgate said the county staff of entrepreneurship and entrepreneurship and would be able to meet their being someone who could needs almost instantly. always be counted on to rise Included in the services to any challenge as a benefit web-to to his his students students or or his his school. school. would be a new village website, and Kenyon said they Wee are grateful for his many would discuss the possibility gifts to us, and we wish him of online billing. well. We also celebrated Tim The next meeting of the Schulz with h our Lion Pride Nashville Village Council award for his dedication to will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, yawouatrh wroerstlinsg. Feb. 14. Our new board officers were elected: Brian Green is our president, Andrea Montgomery is our vice pres­ ident, Kristen Miller is our secretary and Craig Lackscheide will serve as our treasurer. Kristen Miller and Craig Lackscheide main­ tained their places on the board following their elec­ tion in November, Tim Burd maintains his role as a trust­ ee, Kimberly Wilkes joined as a newly elected trustee, and later that evening, Justin Keiffer was unanimously appointed to the vacant seat as a new trustee. All of these folks deserve a great deal of appreciation from us as they commit to serve their school district. January is School Board Appreciation Month. Ifyou see any member ofour board, please take moment to acknowledge their hard work in service to our youth. My next fabulous first was in working with the teachers of Maple Valley during their in-service day. We were able to maximize our time getting to know one another while focusing on their values, beliefs and attitudes in fulfilling the mission of Maple Valley Schools which is to provide a nurturing environment that creates productive citizens with lifelong learn­ ing skills. I gathered a lot of information from the teachers during our work together and as I read of their commit­ ment, their heart for this work and their knowledge of their students, I was deeply inspired by them, and I am eager to see the incredible things we will do together. The leadership team ofthis district has been stellar in welcoming me and getting me quickly up to speed with routines and needs of the day-to-day operations and strategic plans of our district. strategcpanso strct. They are a hardworking and dedicated group who strive to keep studentsatthecentero students at the center of everything they do do, and I am fortunate to have such an fortunate to have such integrated team. We are already developing a great rapport and collective humor as a group, and I value them tremendously. Finally, our students. I have enjoyed the gifts of drawings and books of stu- Continued next page Maple Valley News Published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com •Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & ceo _____________Hank Schuuring • cfo • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. Chris Silverman csilverman@j-adgraphics.com • NEWSROOM • Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics..com Taylor Owen • taylor@j-adgraphics.com ' ' �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday. January 26,2019 — Page 3 Augustine elected chair of Eaton County board Eaton County Commissioners appointed Commissioner Terrance Augustine (D-Grand Ledge) to serve a two-year term as chairman of the Eaton County Board of Commissioners at the county’s annual organizational meeting earlier this month. Augustine is a lifelong res­ ident of Eaton County and has served as commissioner for District 3 in Grand Ledge for six years. Augustine, along with his wife, Bethany, own and operate Flour Child Bakery in Grand Ledge. Terrance has more than 15 years of community banking experience, including most recently as an executive with a local community bank. Augustine said he is com­ mitted to working with mem­ bers from both parties to help solve the long-term issues facing the county. Projections indicate the county could face serious financial issues if action is not taken to address increasing expenses, which are outpacing reve­ nues. If the current spending continues, the county’s fund balance could be exhausted within the next three years, he said. “The county’s problems 01^ ^ ■ itaniM glnl^ glnl^B lV«l ttfahtiih to,milt tota. ffli k® lizaiml iai MtwitKRiSid isawtitt- fcitrttrt !,.(uri tatabtasHi! iMilto- irtaniHb>1 fi ml ffi VHHijll /nffliei tsi Ktii >' rorfk^jf|to«l jjfar- s®^^ IBM JtyUlllW' Bt iafa'^R’*8®1 iW jiftik* iftik* cuss in the coming months, including the potential devel­ opment of Crandall Park and completing a county solar ordinance. “While I am a Democrat, I believe the only way to solve problems is to listen to all ideas and make common sense policy changes for the people of Eaton County.” In his remarks to the board, Augustine indicated that he had been in contact with the outgoing chairman Terrence Augustine has Blake Mulder (R-Grand been named chairman of Ledge) to ensure a smooth the Eaton County Board of transition. “Despite the partisan polit­ Commissioners. (Photo ical climate at the state and provided) federal level, we can set were not created overnight aside our political differenc­ and will not be solved over­ es at the county level and night,” he said in a press focus on the work that needs release. “I hope to work with to be done for the people of commissioners and elected Eaton County,” he said. officials on both sides to During its meeting, the encourage diverse ideas that board also appointed will lead to sustainable solu­ Commissioner Glenn tions for the county.” Freeman (D-Delta Township) Majority control of the as vice chairman. Eaton County Board of Commissioners is changing from Republican to Democrat for the first time since 2009. From previous page In addition to the county’s financial issues, Augustine dent work from Mrs. King indicated there are several and Mrs. Harris’ classrooms. matters the board will dis- Time in the infant room of Little Lions and enjoying the written interests of our junior and senior high students have given me wonderful remind­ ers of why I love being an educator so much. Maple Valley is a really special place, and I am so happy to be here. Each time I write a Superintendent’s Corner We Specialize in: piece, I plan to celebrate and • Individual Taxes • Fann Taxes • Small Business Taxes share a special recognition of • Bookkeeping some of the amazing things DAYTIME APPOINTMENTS that are happening in Maple AVAILABLE Valley every day. I am so glad Jill Hickey to be here and am eager to Tracy Janousek keep getting to know mem­ Amy Peters bers of the community and parents as we continue to 157 South Main, Vermontville, MI • 517-726-1300 grow our Lion Pride. Now Scheduling Appointments MAPLE^VALLEY Barry County Commission on Aging Menn and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menn Monday, Jan. 28 Chicken fritters, macaroni and cheese, southern green beans, com, apple. Tuesday, Jan. 29 Baked pollock, baked sweet potato, peas, dinner roll, strawberries. Wednesday, Jan. 30 Hot turkey sandwich, mashed potatoes & gravy, tossed salad, ambrosia. Thursday, Jan. 31 Chicken noodle soup, tossed salad, sliced turkey & cheddar cheese, sandwich thin, crackers, banana. Friday, Feb. 1 Swiss steak, mashed red potatoes & gravy, stewed tomatoes, dinner roll, fruit. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Jan. 28 Cheese cubes, club crackers, black bean salad, citrus sections. Tuesday, Jan. 29 Sliced turkey & cheddar cheese, sandwich thin, coleslaw, fruited jello. Wednesday, Jan. 30 Michigan chicken salad (nuts), pasta salad, muffin, fruited jello. Thursday, Jan. 31 Egg salad, sandwich thin, & pea cheese salad, applesauce. Friday, Feb. 1 Chicken Caesar salad. Italian pasta salad. Mandarin oranges, oatmeal cranberry cookie. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Jan. 28 Salisbury steak, baked potato, peas, dinner roll, orange. Tuesday, Jan. 29 BBQ chicken thigh, broccoli, mixed vegetables, dinner roll, apple. Wednesday, Jan. 30 Potato crunch pollock, lima beans, red potatoes, banana. Thursday, Jan. 31 Slicked turkey, stuffing, gravy, mashed sweet potatoes, green beans, applesauce. Friday, Feb. 1 Broccoli stuffed chicken, mashed red potatoes & gravy, com, strawberry cup. Activities Calendar Monday, Jan. 28 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 am.; Painting Group 1 p.m. Delton: Walking 11 a.rn-1 pm. Woodland: Skipbo and Shuffleboard. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. H.W.N Reminiscence. Tuesday, Jan. 29 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 am.; Line Dancing 9:30 am.; Nashville - Dominoes 11 am. Wednesday, Jan. 30 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 am.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Woodland: Skipbo and Shuffleboard. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l pm.; January Birthdays. Thursday, Jan. 31Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 am.; Brain Works 1 p.m.; Sr. Zumba 4:30 p.m.; Zumba II 5:30 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.; TV Time. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Friday, Feb. 1 - Hastings: Exercise 9 am.; Bingo 9:30 am.; Iron Rails 10:30 am. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. “Invite us in. We’ll bring RESULTS!” Sally Magoon, Associate Broker 269-986-5737 smagoonrealestate@gmail.com Weichert Emerald Properties 111 N. Bostwick Avenue Charlotte, Ml 48813 www.welchertemerald.com Office: (517) 543-7363 Accounting and Tax, LLC 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 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. 207 N. Main St. • 517.852.0313 Find us on facebook Stylist Teri Knoll Stylist Lynzie Smith Receptionist Gloria Guernsey Owners Kimberly & Joe Rodriguez ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School................................ 10 am. Sunday: A.M. Worship.................................. 11 a.m. Evening Worship................................6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.................................. 7p.m. 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship...................................... 11 Evening Worship....................................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service.............................. 6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-7260526 Sunday Morning Worship: 930 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 930 am. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 am United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 1230 pm Phone:(517)543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 mSes east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service......................... ....... 9 am. Sunday School........................ .1030 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (269) 963-7710 PASTOR PEGGY BAKER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St, Nashville Sunday School............................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: AM. Worship ........... P.M. Worship............ 11 a.m. ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ..............................................7 p.m. PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517)726-0258 10:00 am. 1130 am. Church Service ...... Fellowship "No matter who you are, or where you are on fife'sjourney, you are welcome here." REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 am. 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......................................... 9:15 am. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-588-8415 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM66. 5 mi south otNashvSte) Sunday School .. 10 am. AM. Service... .11:15 am. P.M. Service.. ... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School.............................. 9:45 am. AM. Senrice............................................... 11 P.M. Service................................................ 6 Wed. Senrice.............................................. 7 PASTOR tESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 50% OFF । ! one product or styling tool of your choice with coupon (in stock only) Limit 1 coupon per cuetomer. Must prwent coupon. Offer void thru 1/31/19 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: ........................... 9:15 am. Morning Prayer ..................... 11:00 am. 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 Worship Service............................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............................ 1130 a.m. PASTOR KAREN KINNEY Parsonage: 517-852-0685 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (comer M-79 & BarryvMe Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship 830 am We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West .Worship..................................... 11:15 am. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass............................... 930 am. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of SL Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville Sunday School.............................. 9:45 am. Worship Service.............................. 11 am. Sunday Evening Senrice.................. 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service ............ 630 p.m. AWANA........................ 630-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 am. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 �Page 4 — Juat Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday. January 26.2019 Faith and optimism help Miller recover from tragedy Ann Jo Parish Contributing Writer A kx has changed in the past five months for Rita Miller. The Sept. 15. 2018. car accident that left her with extensive injuries also took the lives of her husband. Eugene. and brother-in law Earl Miller. Since that horrific day. Miller has experienced countless hours of pain and Joss But faith and optimism and an outpouring of com­ munity caring and support — are seeing her through “I think 1 have to laugh so I don’t cry," Miller said. "If I sat down and thought about everything. I would start cry­ ing. I think it’s better to laugh ... I’ve made great strides, and I account that to God and people praying for me. “If it wasn't for that. I couldn’t have done it." Spinal surgery, a tracheot­ omy and a device known as an external fixator screwed into her pelvis arc just a few of the physical obstacles Miller has faced since the accident. Through the end­ less hours of physical thera­ py and rehabilitation. Miller has discovered the generosi­ ty and caring that a small* town can provide. The Vermontville commu­ nity came together to hold a benefit dinner for Miller at the township fire department. Hundreds of residents turned out to support Miller in her recovery. . “I could never say ‘thank you* enough," Miller said. "It touched me and touched my children.” From family to co-work­ ers and community mem­ bers, a host of people have prayed for and helped Miller in her recovery. Her children, Tina, Thomas and Timothy, worked to replace the floor- ing in her home and installed furnaces to replace the wood-buming unit previous­ ly maintained by Eugene.. The gratitude Miller feels for those who have assisted her during the past months almost overwhelms her. Her sister Roberta Thompson and husband Dale chose to spend their winter with Miller rather than in wanner temperatures in the south. Knowing she has had such support has made all of the difference to Miller. While she has been recov­ ering, others have helped fill in for her position at the Vermontville Township Librery and as township clerk. Deputy clerk Gary Goris has helped on the township board and library Don’t leave money on the table this tax season! If you made less than $60,000 in 2018, you can get free tax help from an IRS-certified preparer and you may be eligible for valuable tax credits that help working families. • vtalk'In$ Welcome director Carla Rumsey and the staff at the library have pitched in to fill the void there. Knowing her duties have been left to others caused Miller a bit of anxiety, but knowing that competent peo­ ple have taken up the slack gives her relief. “It makes it easier for me to be here and not worry to have so many wonderful people in the community,” Miller said. She is looking forward to a physical therapy re-evalua­ tion next week that could clear her to start using a walker instead of a motor­ ized wheelchair. Pool therepy during the past few weeks has helped tremendously, she said, and specialists have assisted in identifying recov- EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line ol • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY VERMONTVILLE * Now accepting MasterCard & Visa ery options. An eye specialist recently diagnosed that Miller’s left eye had been tilted by the accident, which is causing vision problems. Using the connections between all of her senses, he was able to make adjustments and order glasses that will hopefully correct her vision within the year. Patience has been Miller’s greatest attribute as her recovery continues - but it can be difficult to be patient at times. Although she was certain she would be ready to return to her position on the town­ ship board at the start of the year, a bit more time was needed before she was able to go back to work. “My brain is ready to go, but my body needs some more time,” Miller said. “I had no clue it would be this long of a recovery.” Miller spent 10 weeks in the hospital, the longest length of time she has ever been away from home. She is eager to return to the work she loves, bin she wants to be ready physically and mentally for the tasks. . Rather than returning to work and having to leave again, she is focused on regaining her strength so that she can be fully functional in those jobs. Ever the optimist, Miller Her optimism and humor intact, Rita Miller of Vermontville is focused on building physical strength and stamina. (Photo by Amy Jo Parish.) has looked for the good in the midst of catastrophe and sticks to the motto she and her sister have adopted: Take it one day at a time. Her positive demeanor makes the best of the past four months and gives her a bright outlook for the future. “I’ve had so many new experiences I haven’t had before - but I never want to have them again,” Miller said. “You hear that your life can change in a moment, and it really can. “It’s important to live the life you want to and love the people you have in your life because it can change in a moment.” COMMUNITY CALENDAR Businesses and organizations can stay connected with the community in Nashville through LocalHop. An free online calendar, LocalHop is a place for businesses and organizations to post events for public view. This community calendar is available for the public to access through the library’s website and on Route 66 Business District’s website. Local businesses and organizations like the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope have posted their hours and time of food distribution. Like the Center, businesses have the opportunity to promote services offered and support other businesses and the local economy. LocalHop can create a hub of information for the town of Nashville as it grows with more participants. The library staff hopes to see it grow into a major point of reference for com­ munity members. The only way to make this resource helpful for the Nashville Community is for groups to take the step to contribute. A business or organization that is interested in cre­ ating an account and linking it to the community calendar, should call Savannah Shilton at Putnam District Library 517­ 852-9723. The library staff is more than happy to assist in the setup of a LocalHop account and looks forward to the growing number of businesses and organizations that choose to post their events on the community calendar. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, January 26, 2019 — Page 5 FIRE CHIEF, continued from page 1 fire chief. (Photo by Amy Jo Parish) Ww-talw, ffii itralja. 'J®* ■li’iun®^) 1«®|M lifeywjEij)a|l>,.j liifelte. faiita^n UM’ WtU ■■ ^ipilnsiJlap'- kinW . tk-i rfib^Jl il9i^ Old books become new art A group of 15 attendees learn book folding at the Vermontville Township Library. I hadn’t see you apply, so I’m sider. She left this depart­ just asking,” Villanueva ment. When she walked out, replied. she lost the trust - that’s the Resident Gene Fisher and problem.” others called St. John “an Department members outsider.” voiced their support for “It surprises me, when Wetzel and his leadership you’ve got your own fire and expressed their dissatis­ department putting in a letter faction with the board inter­ for Mr. Wetzel to be the fire viewing St. John, even chief, and you’re doing what threatening to resign if the you’re doing.........” Fisher vote was not for Wetzel. said. “When they do advance­ “You make your decision ment through the ranks and tonight, Jack. We’ll make our cut the guy off and bring a decision after that, whether person in from what I call the we stay or we go,” Kurt outside, I just don’t under­ Willis said, before other stand it.” department members Township Supervisor Jack opposed that tactic. Owens said he and the board Kalamo Township board were working to create a fair member Kim Eldred sat in on and equitable process while the interviews since taking the recommendations Vermontville contracts for of both the Fire and fire service with Kalamo. Ambulance Committee and Eldred said the responsi­ Fire Associations into con­ bility and liability for hiring sideration. a fire chiefrests on the shoul­ “Why would you call ders of the township board Tracy an outsider?” Owens and the board was fulfilling said. “... Now, that’s just not its required due diligence by a fair thing to call somebody. interviewing both candidates. Just be fair to everybody. “The point is they have to Make it equal. That’s all look at all the options,” we’re trying to do.” Eldred said. “They can’t just “Where’s her locker?” take the person that’s there. asked Kelly Flory, a member It’s important to see what of the fire department. options are out there and see “Technically, she is an out- whether you’re making the best choice. That’s their responsibility.” After hours of interview­ ing and debate, the township board unanimously voted to hire Wetzel as the new chief. Wetzel said he is looking forward to serving his community in the new capacity and views recruitment as an area of focus for the near future. He is looking to develop a recruitment pro­ gram at Maple Valley High School to gamer interest from younger residents. Wetzel said the depart­ ment is a family and, while emotions can run high at times, they know they always have each other’s backs. He said he is looking for­ ward to continuing to build closer relationships with neighboring departments and strengthening the communi­ cation between the township board and his department. “I am happy the board went the way they did and the members are pleased with the board’s decision,” Wetzel said after the meet­ ing. “We will continue to move forward to make sure the community and the department members are as safe as they can be. Taylor Owens Staff Writer Visitors to the Vermontville Township Library learned a new skill Thursday - book folding. Though the library may be all about reading books,, those attending Thursday’s class learned how to turn old books they are no longer using into art for home decoration. Teachers from the “Fold the Page” an online Etsy ven­ dor, visited the library to teach a class of 15 people how to fold books into let­ ters, shapes and more. “I think the adults are enjoying the programs we’re putting out for them,” library director Carla Rumsey said. If the funding continues, Rumsey said she plans to have similar programs in the future. Next month, the library will host a class on how to turn old T-shirts into tote bags, scarves, dog toys and more. Information will be announced as it is avail­ able. Examples of book folding include stars, words and even the seal of the United States Army. Bellevue digs out of early hole against Lions in Detroit The Maple Valley varsity boys’ basketball team didn’t have any trouble working out the butterflies at Little Caesar’s Arena in downtown Detroit Saturday. The Lions started their non-conference bailgame against the Bellevue Broncos at the home of the Detroit Pistons on an 11 -0 run. The Broncos managed to get through that sluggish start though. They put togeth­ er a 14-2 run of their own in the third quarter, after trail­ ing by three at the half, and went on to a 57-45 win. Wyatt Waterbury led the Broncos with 28 points and five steals. Carson Betz had seven points and 15 rebounds MID-WINTER PROJECTS i Amberley® by Moda Flannel 108" Wide Quilt Backing in 50 colors Christmas Fabric 30% Off (thru January) t PRAY FOR OUR NATION! ft QUESTIONS: ASK US... 218 E. State St., Hastings • 945-9673 OPEN: Monday-Thursday 8 am-530 pm; Friday 8 am-7 pm; Saturday 9 am-530 pm Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up _ B Stat/on] for Bellevue. While the Broncos shad played Thursday night, it was the second game in two days for the Lions who fell 75-46 at Leslie Friday (Jan. 18). The Blackhawks upped their GLAC record to 3-1 with the win, led by 15 points from Tristan Feighnerand 14 from Nathan Beachey. Leslie had four guys in double fig­ ures, with Nolan Frohriep and Anthony Smieska adding Call any time for Maple Valley News classified ads 11 points each. Gavin Booher had a gamehigh 18 points for the Lions. Maple Valley was sched­ uled to host Lakewood last night. The Lions have three ballgames in the week ahead, a make-up at Stockbridge Monday, and home games with Webberville Tuesday and Galesburg-Augusta Friday. The Friday night ballgame with the Rams will be the Lions’ annual Winter Homecoming contest. ESTATE AUCTION OF HOME LOCATED ON 10± ACRES OF LAND LOCATED AT 302 E. Main Street, Vermontville, Ml on: WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2019 • 12:30 P.M. Selling this home with three bedrooms, bath, living and dining rooms, kitchen, family room with fireplace located on approximately 10 acres of land. A garage/pole building is also included with the property. OPEN HOUSES: Wednesday, January 23, 4:00-5:30 p.m. and Sunday, January 27 - 1:00-2:30 p.m. Call for a flyer with additional information. ESTATE OF PATRICIA PRESCOTT Phone: 517-726-0181 Fax: 517-726-0060 LB P.O. Box 146 e-mail: stantonsauctions@sbcqlot)al.net NAA Vermontville, Ml 49096 Website; www.stantons-auctions.com 269-945-9554 or 144 South Main St. 1-890-870-7085 Selling real estale and all types of property, at auction, anywhere. A«SWra«*A*^***^ �Page 6 — Just Say 'As Advertised m the Maple Valley News* Saturday January 26,2019 A look back to the early years of local resident Don C. Reid 77uv column by the late Susan Hinckley was pub­ lished in the Jan. 10, 1989. Maple Valley News. Following is the continuation of the family history com­ piled by Don C. Reid of Hastings, which had begun in November 19X8. The ear­ lier installmentsfeatured the Cruso and McGraw families ofNashville, and in particu­ lar. the youth and careers of Amber Z Cruso, and her marriage in 1920 to Theodore S.K. Re a Texas airman whom she met while ving at Ft. Sill. Okla., during World War /. They later set­ tled in Hastings where their son, Don, was bom in 1923. This week's story recalls Don's youthful memories of visiting his Cruso grandpar­ ents in Nashville. Quite a number of days were spent at Nashville with my Grandmother and Grandfather Florence and Charles Cruso when I. Don C. Reid, was age 7 and under. Grandpa played the har­ monica when I was little. It was a large one. about 10 inches long, with reeds on both sides, so you could play two different keys It was a Homer concept model in a nice case As I understood it, Charlie bought it while work­ ing on the railroad in the early days before his mar- Quite a number of Don Reid’s youthful days were spent in Nashville at the home of his maternal grandpar­ ents, Charles and Flora (McGraw) Cruso, seen here in 1932 on their 55th wedding anniversary. Grandpa Cruso, an early local railroader who helped build the Michigan Central line through Nashville, enjoyed listen­ ing to the radio with his young grandson, playing a dou­ ble harmonica, and recounting Civil War days with another Union veteran who lived nearby. Charlie also had a very nice pistol and holster he brought home from the Civil War, and a cavalry saber and scabbard. (I still have the saber.) In the 1920s, the government came out with a new law that all sidearms must be registered. Now, Charles H. Cruso was an alien, having come from Germany to Canada at age 7, then run­ ning away from home at 15 years to join the Union Army in New York State. He fought for the Union but never was naturalized as a citizen. Because of this, when Charlie heard ofthe new law, he was afraid he might be deported if he registered his pistol, so he took it down to the Thomapple River across from his house and threw it as far as he could. When my father found out, was he ever mad. He told Grandpa: “They just wanted a record of the As a lad, Don Reid (right) and a companion found handguns, so if a crime was high adventure in bicycling from Hastings to Nashville committed with one they on roads that were then all gravel. The boys planned the would be able to identify the trip to coincide with Nashville’s Harvest Festival, staying owner; they don’t care if overnight with the Crusos. Don is seen here in 1933 on you’re an alien. ” Well, Grandpa was sorry a fishing trip with a cousin while visiting relatives in New he threw the gun away; it Mexico. was a nice-looking pistol in very good condition. T.K. NOTICE TO ALL INDIVIDUALS (my father) went down to the river and dove in again and USING THE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP again trying to find it, but RECYCLING CENTER with no success. Grandpa The Sunfield Township Board is aware that many individuals finally had to register as an from surrounding communities are using the recycling facility. alien later on, anyway. The center does not produce the revenue needed for normal Grandpa Cruso had an operation. To be fair to Township taxpayers, effective Saturday, Atwater Kent table-model March 2, 2019, ONLY Sunfield Township residents or property radio, and every night he owners will be allowed to use the Recycling Center with no fee. would hitch up a chair around Please be prepared to prove Township residency, with your name the table, put his hand behind and/or address. Non-residents will be charged a $10.00 fee per his ear and listen to “Amos visit, payable in cash only. (Exact change is required.) Thank and Andy,” “Lum and you for your cooperation. Abner,” “Little Jimmy Also, due to public comment the hours of operation will Dickens,” or some such pro­ changed to Wednesday’s from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday’s gram, he’d laugh and chuck­ from 9 a.m. to noon. le to himself and slap me on the knee and say, “Now The Sunfield Township Board riage. He learned to play it and was quite good at the old songs. Memories Manor), on to Quimby, where Mother taught school in 1913, and attended church when the lived just up the road. Then it was on to Minnie and Byron Edmonds’ place, where we stopped to get a drink and a cookie from Minnie and went out to the bam to see Uncle By’s sheep and cows. Then we took offdown the road once more. The hard part lay ahead. At the foot of Barryville Hill, we stopped where the old mill used to stand at High Bank Creek and ate our sandwiches and milk and watched the fish swim in the creek as we tried to get up nerve enough to take on the hill. Not a nice gradual slope up a paved highway, but a steep climb on a gravel road. Well, it wasn’t a hill you rode a bike up, so we walked our machines up, up, up, always keeping an eye out for autos coming over the hill, finally reaching the top where the Barryville Church kept its vigil over the cemetery and T.S.K. ‘Tex” Reid, a first lieutenant in the aviation sec­ tion of the U.S. Army’s Reserve Officer Corps, enjoyed attending Nashville’s annual festival to visit his flying buddy, former local resident Claude Greenfield, who usually brought his biplane to the village to give rides and perform air stunts. Lt. Reid is seen here on Memorial Day, 1927, with Guy Howell, who lived next door to the Crusos on Reed Street in Nashville. wasn t that a crackerjack!” festival, sometimes doing meaning funny or food or stunts over the village. anything else he wanted it to This particular year, Jack mean. Wagner and I thought we’d NOTICE Sometimes, when he was like to try the bike trip to Default has been made In the feeling good, Grandpa would Nashville, so we began to conditions of a mortgage made go three houses down the bug Dad about letting us ride by Timothy Hall, Sarah Hall, hus­ street and visit Barney over to stay with Grandma band and wife, to Fifth Third MortBrooks, an old Civil War Cruso and attend the festival gage-Mi, LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 30, 2013 and recorded veteran. They would sit on the following day. Well, November 6, 2013 in Instrument the porch and swap tales of Mom and Dad finally gave Number 2013-013396 Barry Coun­ how they won the war. in, much to our great joy. ty Records, Michigan. Said mortWe planned our route, gage is now held by Fifth Third Finally, Barney got so he was in bed all the time, but they’d where we would stop, for I Bank S/B/M to Fifth Third Mortgage Company, by assignment. There is wheel the bed out on the knew a lot ofpeople between claimed to be due at the date hereporch, and he could still talk Hastings and Nashville, and of the sum of Eighty-One Thouup a blue streak. our estimated time of arrival. sand Two Hundred Ninety-Eight Another old Civil War vet We phoned Grandma and and 69/100 Dollars ($81,298.69), including interest at 4.375% per lived out on the road to received her permission, and annum. Vermontville (Nashville Grandpa gave his usual partUnder the power of sale con­ Highway), across the rail- ing words: “Keep your nose tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and pro­ road tracks on the north side. clean.” notice is hereby given that Once in a while we would We started out right after vided, said morgage sa mortgage w will be e foreclosed orecose take out some canned fruit or school Friday, figuring we’d by a sale of the mortgaged premisother things to help them out. have five hours ofdaylight to es, or some part of them, at public They lived in a log cabin go the 12 miles at about three vendue at the place of holding the with a dirt floor. The dirt was miles per hour. Now that’s circuit court within Barry County, mostly covered with rag about the rate you can briskly Michigan at 1:00 PM on FEBRU­ ARY 21,2019. rugs, but those two old folks walk, but roads in those days Said premises are located In were just as happy as you were gravel, which had a the City of Hastings, Barry County and I. tendency to slow you down a Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1217 of the City, formerly Vil­ Even after I grew older, I mite, so we figured we’d do loved to go to see Grandma the job in four hours even lage of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, Barry Counand Grandpa Cruso. There with a few stops along the ty Records. was always plenty to do. The redemption period shall be way. Mom packed us sandAs I grew up, I occasional­ wiches and a Thermos of 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ ly got the urge to ride my milk, and off we went. doned in accordance with MCLA bike to Nashville (from our In those days, the road to §600.3241 a, in which case the rehome in Hastings). Every Nashville went out past the demption period shall be 30 days year, Nashville had a harvest E.W. Bliss Company, past from the date of such sale. If the property is sold at fore­ festival with carnival rides, the Cairns, Tinkler and sale, pursuant to MCL balloon ascensions and other Freeman farms and across closure . , e orrower w e 600.3278, the borrower will be exciting events. the Michigan Central rail- held responsible to the person who Dad would often go over road tracks, on which Charlie buys the property at the mortgage to visit a flying buddy ofhis, Cruso and his step-father, foreclosure sale or to the mortgage , Claude Greenfield, a former John J. Miller, had worked, holder for damage to the property Nashville resident who usu- around the curves to the during the redemption period.. January 19,2019 ally' came with his biplane Barry County Poor Farm Dated: Hie No. 19-000440 and gave rides during the (now the site of Thomapple Hrm Name: Orlans PC LEGAL NOTICE (01-19)(02-09) 111811 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, January 26, 2019 — Page 7 Turning (Bach the (Pages (Pag 40 years ago in the Maple Valley News fkctJSS cksS< k cs< Ssjft Sjft Sft S nS Mc Mjjj ** **w *< w; *; h hs The Maple Valley Varsity Volleyball team is, (front row, from left), Dixie Williams; Joyce Warner, Kaye Hughes, Tuesday Aspinall, Carmaine Janousek, (second row) Julie DeCamp, Debbie Sutfin, Karen Swift, Rane Ferrier, Kathy Christopher, Deanna Marks, Emi Yamaguchi, (back row, from left) manager Kim Teachworth, statistician Gordon Gardner, Coach Michele Skovera. L'jS nhitej itej **Wiiii' Lion cheer teamthird at Waverly WarriorInvite The Maple Valley varsity competitive cheer team placed third Saturday at the Lansing Waverly Warrior Invitational. Mount Pleasant took the day’s championship with a score of 644.76, followed by Waverly 640.18 and Maple Valley 587.58. The Lions scored a 180.50 in round one a 148.88 in round two and a 258.20 in round three. Mount Pleasant had the top score in each of the first two rounds, scoring a 204.10 in round one and a 178.06 in round two. The Oilers fin­ ished the day with a 262.60 in round three. Waverly had the day’s top round three score at 265.80. The GLAC jamboree that was scheduled for Wednesday at Leslie has been resched­ uled for Wednesday, Jan. 29. Business Services For Sale BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING SEAMLESS gutter. 50 colors, free estimates. Since 1959 (269)945-0004. www.bleameaves.com AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/ busi­ ness. Call Diamond Propane for a free quote. 866-5799993. 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From there on, things were pretty much small hill and dale, past the Meade and Gillette farms and on to the awesome descent into the Nashville valley. The way down the Oversmith Hill, straight and long, ended in a curve near the bottom. Dirty, dusty, gravel rutted, it was a trap for tired youngsters on two­ wheeled bikes. Adventure we wanted; adventure we got. We pushed off at the top of the hill and headed down the long stretch after checking as far.as we could see for cars. Far off above the trees, the top of Nashville’s standpipe stood like a lighthouse stretching its neck, a local wonder ofthe world for small boys who wanted to climb into its top. Just a glimpse was all we could afford as we began to rocket through the gravel toward certain trouble. “Look out, here comes a car around the curve,” Jack yelled, and we both began picking out a place to land. With loose gravel, you couldn’t just step on the brake and stop or you’d slide for 20 feet. 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This was the first time he had applied for one of CN’s Railroader in the Community grants in his nearly four years working for the com­ pany. He and his wife moved to the area in 2016. CN employees become eligible to qualify for a grant by vol­ unteering 40 hours at an eli­ gible charitable organization. Leslie hopes some of the funds can help make soccer camps more affordable for kids in the area. The grant is technically being awarded to the Capital Area Soccer League, the Lansing area organization that MVYS is a part of, but MVYS boardmember Tom Powers said the grant will come towards the local orga­ nization in the end. MVYS had roughly 60 soccer players in the fall, and a typical spring season usual­ ly sees almost double that many participants. The pro­ gram includes U6 up to U15 teams. A CN photographer visit­ ed Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School Friday (Jan. 18) to get photos of Leslie and a team of Maple Valley Youth Soccer players for the com­ pany newsletter and website. Team formation events for the upcoming spring season of Maple Valley Youth Soccer will be held Feb. 3 and 10, from 2 p.m. to 4 pm., at Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School. The cost for the SAY 4 to 7-year-old recre­ ational league is $25. The cost for the 8 to 14-year-old (non-high school) season is $50 for those who already possess a jersey and $70 for those who are in need of a jersey. we've made quite a name for ourselves With over 130 years of experience to guide us, and growth beyond anything our founders copld ever imagine, Hastings City Bank is moving up! Your HCB is now Highpoint Community Bank! The important things haven't changed. We're the same locally owned bank committed to our customers and the communities we serve. You will continue to receive the friendly, professional advice that will help you reach new financial heights. Same bank. New name. THIS WAY UP highpoint COMMUNITY BANK FDK highpointcommunitybank.com | 888-422-2280 Scott Leslie talks things over with soccer players from Maple Valley Youth Soccer during a photoshoot for his company, Canadian National (CN). Leslie was awarded $5500 in grants for the soccer club through the CN Railroaders in the Community grants program. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Lions face tough foes , at home and in Detroit The Lions had a good­ is pretty cool to say you have sized road trip and games competed on that floor.” against a couple ofvery good Leslie bested the host girls’ basketball teams last Lions 46-29 in Greater weekend. Lansing Activities The Maple Valley varsity Conference action Friday girls’ basketball team fell night, improving to 9-1 over­ 51-28 to undefeated Bellevue all this season with the win at Little Caesar’s Arena in and 5-0 in the GLAC. downtown Detroit Saturday, The Lions fell to 0-4 in the the day after a Greater GLAC with the loss. A 17-8 Lansing Activities run by the Blackhawks in the Conference loss against a third quarter put them com­ one-loss Leslie team. fortably in front in the ball­ Bellevue improved to 10-0 game. with their win over the Lions, Coach Wilkes thought his the Broncos second consecu­ girls put together a pretty tive victory over the Lions at good first half, despite trail­ the home of the Detroit ing 20-12 at the break. Pistons. Lesile got 14 points each The Broncos led 27-12 at from Madison Montgomery the half. and Tommie Fedewa. “We had a conversation at Shilton had a game-high halftime about being physical 15 points. and not backing down, doing “She attacked the basket. the things that we can control She kind of let the game and then going from there. I come to her,” coach Wilkes thought the girls responded said of his senior guard, fairly well,” Lion head coach Shilton. Landon Wilkes said. She got to the basket and Modaina Angus had 14 also knocked down a couple points and 12 rebounds to mid-range jumpers. lead the Broncos. Gabby Ashlyn Wilkes and Costell had 13 points and 17 Robinson added four points rebounds. Morgan Messenger each for the Lions. had 12 points. The Lions were slated to Britani Shilton led the host Lakewood last night. Lions with 12 points. Ava They hadn’t played since the Robinson had five points and trip to Detroit. Coach Wilkes Ashlyn Wilkes had four. said it was nice to get a little “It is a great experience for extra practice in this week. the kids, all the way around,” The Lions have worked some coach Wilkes said of the on their shooting. They’ve chance to play in the NBA also been working to clean up arena. “A lot of them have their defense in the paint. been there already, with the Maple Valley gets busy team last year. We took now, hosting Stockbridge everybody up. There were a Monday and going to couple new freshmen who Webberville Tuesday. The went this year. It is still an Lions will host Galesburgenjoyable experience for Augusta Feb. 1 for Winter everyone to go up. It is a Homecoming. whole different atmosphere there than it is at a high school or any other place. It � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-02-02.pdf ff2050bd8f52f9ac72c076689cee749e PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEW news Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 5, February 2, 2019 A local paper oftoday! Lions celebrate GLAC sweepof Lakewood Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions had the smiles of guys who had done some­ thing special Friday night. The Maple Valley varsity boys’ basketball completed a sweep its Greater Lansing Activities Conference set with Lakewood, for the first since the schools helped cre­ ate the conference before the start of the 2014-15 season, by scoring a 53-49 win over the visiting Vikings. The Lions’ only stumble down the stretch came from senior center Carson Hasselback, a little misstep as he hustled back towards the defensive end ready to celebrate after sinking two free throws that put his team up four with 6.5 seconds to play. He led the Lions with 13 points. The Lions’ highfives, hugs and chest bumps were in flawless form after that. “You just keep your heads,” Hasselback said. “It makes the win feel better, to know they got (the lead) back in that fourth quarter and then you take it right back from them. Noah had that poke away and gave it right back to Gavin, and it was just good.” The Lion seniors made all the plays there were to be made in the end. Hasselback drew a charge on the Vikings’ Jacob Elenbaas just prior to those free throws he hit to seal the win. Senior guard Noah Hansen had a couple of steals that led straight to points, and senior guard Gavin Booher put the ball in the basket when he had to as time wound down. “I have told these guys every year that we are (the Lions’) Super Bowl,” Lakewood head coach Chris Duits said. “We always have been and always will be. We’re right next-door and that is just the way it is. They play very well against us. They play with energy and they hit shots.” Maple Valley had a double digit lead in the first half, but the Vikings battled back to hold 49-46 advantage with two and a half minutes to go in the ballgame. Booher, who had a rough See SWEEP, page 7 School was cancelled all week at Maple Valley. (Photo by Taylor Owens) Homecoming Week events postponed due to Arctic blast Drifts form over M-79 near Nashville Tuesday. (Photo by Taylor Owens) Joan Van Houten and Taylor Owens Staff Writers An arctic vortex that sunk its frigid teeth into Barry County, and the rest of Michigan, is just now begin­ ning to let up. Temperatures reached their coldest early Thursday morning, with a low of -16, and a wind chill of-38. Maple Valley Schools cancelled class the entire week - which was supposed to be Homecoming Week. At the beginning of the week, Superintendent Katherine Bertolini and high school Principal Mike Knapp said they were expecting to have school Friday and pro­ ceed with the Homecoming half-time show during the boys varsity basketball game. But late Thursday afternoon, school was cancelled on Friday due to continued subMaple Valley senior center Carson Hasselback celebrates withy teammate Jonathan zero temperatures and danRosenberg as the Lions clinch their second victory of the season over the Lakewood gerous conditions on the secvarsity boys’ basketball team Friday at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett ondary roadways, and all homecoming activities for Bremer) the weekend were cancelled as well. The basketball game still took place, but, without school all week, there was no opportunity for students to elect the Homecoming King and Queen from the candi­ dates, organize a pep rally or have the annual staff vs. students’ volleyball game. “We are working on an alternative for Homecoming,” Knapp told the Maple Valley News Friday morning. “It’s very difficult since it involves many schools since everyone is scrambling to come up with a plan to make up all the games missed last week.” If the school is unable to line up a game for Homecoming to take place, Knapp said they may invite parents and community to the Homecoming dance, and See STORM, page 6 In This Issue • Local students among KCC honorees • Community breakfast will benefit Deb Cook • Brumm wins 119-pound title for Lions at Bill Evans tourney • Lang’s triples help Vikes win at Valley �•aja t —Jtet Say *As M iMiSmtwtoapte Vatey MM* BaMte*- February Z. 20*5 Local students among KCC honorees Kellogg Community Kellogg Community College has released name* David Lae Murphy--------------HASHVUJLL. 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Rentz Jr. Community breakfast will benefit Deb Cook The next Vermontville Community Breakfast will have freewill collection for local resident Deb Cook, who was recently diagnosed with cancer. A lifelong resident of Vermontivile. Cook has orga- From the Pulpit Spiritual hypothermia Pastor Joe Benedict Vermontville Bible Church A* I woke up this morning to the coldest weather we have experienced in a long time, 1 felt as though even my soul could feel the cold. When I think ofbeing cold, 1 think of times when J know 1 should do something for others and 1 fail to follow through. Times where 1 have seen someone struggling and I did not know how I could help them, so 1 turned away from them. Often, we decide to occupy ourselves with some other “urgent" task in order to silence the guilt that we feel Over the past week there have been so many people in need, in every single community of the great state of Michigan, All believers in Christ arc susceptible to spiritual hypothermia? There are many tips when it comes to preventing hypo­ thermia, spiritual or physical: -Prepare for the environment. It is no mystery that we are living in a frigid spiritual climate that naturally affects our faith,, know that the days y. are evil. •When you find yourself wet, dry out. What sins in my life need to be dealt with? Unconfcssed sin, like wet clothes, can quickly become dangerous (1 John. 1:9). -Take shelter when necessary. God is always present for us to find shelter in. He wants to give us strength to do what wc know wc should (Psalms 46:1-3). The more we continue to look out lor our neighbors, the warmer wc will be, our strength will increase. Even in the coldest times, God's love can spread supernatural warmth and hope. We want to be useful and used of God, do wc not? 1 think there is so much truth to the statement in James 2:15, “Suppose a brother or a sister is without clothe* and daily food. If one of you says to them, ‘Go in peace; keep warm and well fed,’ but does nothing about their physical needs, what good is it?" James is simply saying our faith is only making a difference when we put it into action. How can we put our faith into action this week? True faith is placed solely on Jesus Christ who died on the cross for our sins. He laid down His life for us. A simple act of kindness done in Jesus’ name may be just what our cold hearts need to keep us out of spiritual hypothermia. Check your temperature, are you staying healthy? BUY 2 GET 1 FREE AND PONT MISS In-stock Products & Tools Thru Febnjt WHEN & WHERE? I nized several fundraiser* for other community member* in need. The breakfast will include biscuits and gravy, pancakes and sausage, eggs and toast from 7 to 9 am. Saturday, Feb. 9. Thursday, February 8,2018 3:(NF7:00pni Kellogg Community College (Fehsenfeld Center) 2950 W M-37 Hwy, Hastings, Ml 4BQ58 Money Day NAILS • PRODUCT 207 N. Main St. • 517.852.0313 talsh iadt tn CM ■aribn tHNaM bteBikl PMRfn Mnt 1 ’fc-id 1 �It Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, February 2,2019 — Page 3 <4 Over two feet of snow fell in the January 1999 bliz­ zard, though school was only closed two days. Snow was over a foot deep downtown Nashville after the blizzard of January 1978. Now Scheduling Appointments MAPLE^VALLEY Scenes from snowstorms past Accounting and Tax, LLC We Specialize in: • Individual Taxes • Farm Taxes • Small Business Taxes * Bookkeeping DAYTIME APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE At right: Snow plows worked 24 hours a day from mid­ night Wednesday until 7 p.m. Saturday to clear snow in January 1978. 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Phone: (517) 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St, Sunday School........................... 10:30 a.m. 11: 00 a.m........................................ Fellowship PEGGY BAKER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville is Someone Special." information call 1-269-731-5194. 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville For Worship.......................................... 9:15 a.m. 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................... 8:30 a.m (1/2 mile East ofM-66, We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. Sunday School .............. 10 A.M. Service.... ......... 11:15 P.M. Service.... ................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY . Mickey Cousino . Certified Lay Minister . Phone 616-765-5322 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main SI, Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.............. ............... 11 Sunday Evening Senrice ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Senrice... :30 p.m. AWANA.............................. 630-8 p.m. Wed. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH Sunday: A.M. Worship............. Children’s Classes, Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. ......... 11 Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, A.M. Service................................................... 11 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH P.M. Worship ............. ..6 p.m. Leadership Training P.M. Service.................................................... 6 M-79 West Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship............................................................ 7 PASTOR: DON ROSCQE Wed. Senrice ......................................... 7 p.m. Worship.......................................... 11:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Phone: (517) 852-1783 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 517-652-1580 269-763-3120 Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday Service 10 a.m. Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 5 ml. south ofNashville) PASTOR 795-2370 or Traditional 1928 Book of KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR Phone (269) 963-7710 For more information call: Rt Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Common Prayer used for all services. 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Vermontville Hwy. �Page 4 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, February 2,2019 Lang's triples help Vikes win at Valley Lakewood point guard Anja Kelley is pressured in the back-court by Maple Valley guard Ashlyn Wilkes during their GLAC match-up Friday night at Maple Valley High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) HoiMeCooktn' tn' ' /Jack £JiKtyV\ Mom toldme told me there were a few ’ things you never forget If ** February 14 Kettle Cafe, is Just around the comer Our Own * — 2 to*22 * Dinner Specials 113 N. Main, 'ValettiM a "Day Sfuciat 517-852-9700 12 Oonce Open 7 Dqi* 6AM - 8PM New York Strip *15.95 V Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! SHOW ME THE MONEY DAY This FREE financial resource fair is aimed at helping YOU reach your money GOALS! . Thursday, February 7,20W jOlW 3:00-7:00pm Kellogg Community College - Fehsenfeld 2950 W. M-179 Hwy, Hastings • Meet with financial institutions and local community agencies. • Financial Wellness workshops all night. • FAFSA Completion Assistance • FREE Income tax assistance And... Food. Fun S Prizes! Contact Courtney at 269.945.4010 or courtney@bcunitedway.org for more information. J Brett Bremer Sports Editor Junior forward Olivia Lang knocked down back-toback three-pointers about 45 seconds apart in the middle ofthe fourth quarter at Maple Valley Friday. She followed them up by flipping a little shot in the paint over Maple Valley’s biggest post presence, senior center Gena Remsing, for the final points in the Lakewood varsity girls’ basketball team’s 54-38 win over the host Lions in Greater Lansing Activities Conference action. Lang finished with a game-high 18 points, a new varsity career high for her. “She was phenomenal,” Lakewood head coach Marcus Urka said of Lang. “When she is able to knock down that shot it really changes our offense. It spac­ es the floor a lot better for us. Obviously, she is also capa­ ble of being in the post with her back to the basket. She has hit several threes the last couple games. It is really good to see. It is exciting.” Lang hit four threes in the win. The Vikings had seven as a team. Sophomore guard Anja Kelley hit two of those and finished with 12 points. Zari Kruger added seven points and Emma Sullivan five for the Vikings. It was the second straight victory for the Vikings, who also scored a non-conference win over Belding last Tuesday. “To string two in a row is really nice,” Urka said. “It is huge for the confidence. You lose a few in a row and you 4 Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Maple Valley sophomore guard Trista Medina is guarded by Lakewood senior center Zari Kruger on the wing during their GLAC ballgame at Maple Valley High School Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) start to wonder if the things you are doing are the right things. To see itjpay off two nights in a row is nice. Against Belding, we had a great night. We took care of the ball really well. We only had nine turnovers, which was a low for the season.” The Vikings took care of the basketball Friday night too. Some ofthe work that is clearly paying off is work the Vikings have put into their shooting. “I haven’t shot this well my whole high school career,” Lang said. “I think just staying with the drills in practice has helped. I started watching film a lot and watching my arc.” Getting better arc on shots is something coach Urka pointed to as something all his girls can work on. Lang had already noticed it watch­ ing film on her own, and has been working to get her legs into her shot a bit better. Lakewood led 23-15 at the half. An inbound play that got a good shot for Lang and then a three-pointer by Lang on her team’s next posses­ sion bumped the Vikings’ lead to double figures with five minutes to go in the third quarter. Urka also noted that Friday’s defensive perfor­ mance was his girls’ best of the season. The Vikings eked out a one-point win (55-54) when the two teams met at Lakewood High School back in December. “I just loved our focus,” Urka said Friday. “That is close to the kind of team we can be really. I think we have so much potential to be a really good, solid man-to­ man defensive team and this was our best defensive game of the year. There is no ques­ tion. We had very few mental lapses, just great on ball defense, great communica­ to host Galesburg-Augusta tion, and good help. It was last night. The Lions had their Tuesday night bailgame really exciting.” Lakewood was 2-4 in the at Webberville postponed. GLAC following the win. The Vikings’ Monday ball­ game with Pennfield was postponed to next Monday, Feb. 4, and Tuesday night’s contest with Portland was also postponed this week due to the weather. The Vikings were scheduled to return to NOTICE conference action last night Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made at Olivet. While the outcome Friday by Timothy Hall, Sarah Hall, hus­ band and wife, to Fifth Third Mort­ wasn’t what the Lions, who gage-MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated are now 0-6 in the GLAC, October 30, 2013 and recorded wanted, coach Landon November 6, 2013 in Instrument Wilkes said he was pleased Number 2013-013396 Barry CounRecords, Michigan. Said mort­ with some of the things his ty gg w y gage is now held by Fifth Third girls did on the defensive end Bank S/B/M to Fifth Third Mortgage too - especially limiting Company, by assignment. There is Lakewood’s second chances. claimed to be due at the date here“It worked well in the first of the sum of Eighty-One Thou­ sand Two Hundred Ninety-Eight half, as far as rebounding and 69/100 Dollars ($81,298.69), went. It thought we rebound- including interest at 4.375% per ed the ball better in the first annum. Under the power of sale con­ half than we had. It told the girls, we’re searching for an tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and pro­ identity right now and we’re vided, notice is hereby given that struggling right now to find said mortgage will be foreclosed one. That is hard on them. by a sale of the mortgaged premisThe effort in practice and the es, or some part of them, at public at the place of holding the time they’re giving up, the vendue circuit court within Barry County, 14 of them, is amazing,” Michigan at 1:00 PM on FEBRUWilkes said. “When you con- ARY 21,2019. Said premises are located in tinually search for that iden­ tity it become hard to do day the City of Hastings, Barty County Michigan, and are described as: in and day out with kids in Lot 1217 of the City,, formerly Vilhigh school, collegiate kids lage of Hastings, according to the or NBA players. I think that recorded plat thereof, Barry Coun­ 15 where we’re at right now.” ty Records. The redemption period shall be He is still looking for 6 months from the date of such some better communication sale, unless determined abanfrom his girls on the defen- doned in accordance with MCLA sive end of the floor, and §600.3241 a, in which case the re­ while he liked the way they demption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. hustled back onto the defen­ If the property is sold at foresive end Friday there is still closure sale, pursuant to MCL room for improvement in 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who that. buys the property at the mortgage Ashlyn Wilkes had 14 foreclosure sale or to the mortgagee points in the loss for the holder for damage to the property Britani Lions. Shilton during the redemption period. chipped in eight points and Dated: January 19,2019 Alison McGIocklin had five. 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Box 930, Nashville, Ml 49073 517.852.0485 • Fax 517.852.0461 �Pay 6 — Just Say 'A* Advertised in Mapte Valley News' Saturday, February 2.2019 STORM, continued from page 1 crown the king and queen there. The school district also has exceeded the allotted six snow days built into the year’s schedule, but Bertolini sard the school may not have to nuke up days in the spring. Since Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency Tuesday, Maple Valley can submit a waiver application for any extreme weather days it has from now on. But. Bertolini said, the school will not be notified if it will have to make up for lost time in the spring until those extreme weather days are cancelled. Despite the frigid weather, Nashville Department of Public Works Director Scott Decker said Wednesday the village has not had any major issues — or even fallen tree limbs - as a result of the winter storm. The worst Decker said he has seen are a few frozen water meters. Vermontville Department of Public Works employee Blake Griffin also said Vermontville hasn’t had any major issues. Like Nashville DPW, Vermontville hasn't had any problem keeping up with snow plowing, and has only had to puli one extra night shift. The village had only a few issues with frozen pipes. All government offices, except critical services departments, were closed Wednesday, and the United States Postal Service sus­ pended mail delivery to areas with zip codes beginning 486 through 469, 472 through 475, 478, 479, 480 through 485 and 492. Barry County Emergency Management Coordinator Jim Yarger said his biggest concern was losing electrical power. “We haven’t had anyone reach out to us for help yet,” he said Wednesday, “but if the electricity goes down, that will be a game changer.” Other than several clos­ ings of schools, organiza­ tions and businesses, Yarger said there were no major issues in Barry County. But Consumers Energy sent out an alert Wednesday night asking residents to to keep their thermostats below 65 degrees after one of its natural gas facilities in Macomb County had an equipment fire. In addition to the state of emergency declaration,Whitmer activated the State of Emergency Operations Center, located at the Michigan State Police Headquarters in Dimondale. The center is operated by state police emergency man­ agement, and Homeland Security Division. It coordi­ nates response and recovery efforts by state agencies and local government. In a press release, Whitmer said these “widespread, extreme conditions have not occurred in Michigan for many years.” Many businesses in the region made the decision to close Wednesday, Jan. 30, due to the extreme cold. With wind chills below zero, blowing snow making visi­ bility limited, many busi­ nesses told their employees to stay home. Yarger said he has been in corrtrHilnication with coordi­ nators in surrounding coun­ ties to keep track of each area’s needs or emerging needs. Government funding for repairs to damages may be available at some point, but it’s too early in the declared emergency to know. Most often, damages are calculat­ ed after the emergency is over. And Yarger does not have information on funding available to the private sector, since his responsibility covers government loss. The National Weather Service is predicting tem­ peratures rising to 50 degrees on Monday, and a possibility of rain over the weekend. Communities are being warned to prepare for proba­ ble ice jams on area rivers. This week in Newaygo County, an ice jam closed a bridge over the Muskegon River. Yarger said local owners of properties adjacent to riv­ ers are usually the ones who deal with ice jams every year. “There’s really nothing you can do about ice jams, other than stay aware of the river level and bring personal items closer to the home if the water begins to rise,” he said. Initially, flooding will remain localized. But there is a possibility that flooding will push further inland if warmer temperatures linger. Some area hydroelectric dams are being affected by the frigid temperatures. But, if electric service goes out, the dams will still be opera­ tional. Barry County Road Commission Supervisor Brad Lamberg said they are not concerned about running out of salt. In temperatures below zero, salt is not effec­ tive so less is used in the treatment mix. “Our guys need space to do their job. So, we hope everyone keeps that in mind. We want to keep everyone safe,” Lamberg said. Local closings this past week have included county government buildings and local courts, all schools, the Community Education and Recreation Center and day­ care services, school sporting events, and area busi- SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP WINTER 2018 TAX COLLECTION DATES Saturday, Feb. 9 • 9:00am-12 noon Thursday, Feb. 14 • 9:00am-5:00pm EWING WELL DRILLING INC. After February 14, additional penalty and interest charges will apply OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP Dog Tags available for $10 and $15. Sunfield Township Hall 145 Main St., Sunfield 48890 SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm There is also a night depository slot available at the hall forpayment convenience. We stock a complete line of... NOTICE TO ALL INDIVIDUALS USING THE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP RECYCLING CENTER The Sunfield Township Board is aware that many individuals from surrounding communities are using the recycling facility. The center does not produce the revenue needed for normal operation. To be fair to Township taxpayers, effective Saturday, March 2, 2019, ONLY Sunfield Township residents or property owners will be allowed to use the Recycling Center with no fee. Please be prepared to prove Township residency, with your name and/or address. Non-residents will be charged a $10.00 fee per visit, payable in cash only. (Exact change is required.) Thank you for your cooperation. Also, due to public comment the hours of operation will changed to Wednesday’s from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday’s from 9 a.m. to noon. The Sunfield Township Board • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE S Now accepting MasterCard & Visa Snow blows over Nashville Highway in front of the high school. (Photo by Tanett Hodge) Snow piles up on the corner of Nashville Highway and South Ionia Road near Vermontville. (Photo by Taylor Owens) nesses. Anyone who needs none- mergency assistance is encouraged to call 211 for services. Brumm wins 119-pound title for Lions at Bill Evans tourney The Maple Valley varsity wrestling team placed tenth Saturday at Battle Creek Central’s Bill Evans Bill Memorial Tournament. Lion sophomore Jesse Brumm won the 119-pound championship, going 5-0 on the day with two pins a tech­ nical fall, as well as a couple of decisions. He scored a 9-3 win over East Lansing’s Emilio Caberera and a 4-0 victory over Battle Creek Lakeview’s Evan Sheeders. The Lions had four other guys finish in the top eight at their weight class. Nick Martin was third at 189 pounds, Matthew Slaght fifth at 103, Anthony Raymond sixth at 160 and Aaron Breton (112 pounds) and David Hosack-Frizzell (171) were both eighth. Maple Valley was sched­ uled to head to Lakewood for the Greater Lansing Activities Conference Tournament Friday. The rescheduled trip to Perry for a GLAC jambo­ ree this week was postoned once again due to the weath­ er. VITA celebrating 10 years of free tax help with tax-a-thon In partnership with tance to Barry County resi­ schedule an appointment, but Davenport University and dents for 10 years. To cele­ walk-in appointments also Barry Community brate this milestone, volun­ will be available. Foundation, Barry County teers will host the first ever Food, prizes and activities United Way is again coordi­ tax-a-thon —10 straight hours for children will be provided. nating the Volunteer Income of free tax assistance - from Attendees should bring their Tax Assistance program. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Social Security cards and This program, supported Feb. 2, at Barry Community photo IDs. by the Internal Revenue Enrichment Center, 231 S. Other dates are available Service, offers free tax assis­ Broadway, Hastings. by calling 2-1-1 to schedule tance to households with an Taxpayers may call 2-1-1 to an appointment. income less than $60,000. At several sites across MSU EXTENSION Barry County, including the CALENDAR OF EVENTS Hastings Public Library, Delton District Library and Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Putnam District Library, IRS-certified volunteers pro­ 2012 vide free income-tax return Feb. 7 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center preparation to eligible indi­ Feb. 11 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 viduals and families. p.m. KCC Preparers help inform tax­ Feb.12 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7:30 p.m., payers about special tax cred­ Extension Office its for which they may quali­ Feb.15-16 4-H Vet Science Workshop, Kettunen Center fy, such as the earned income Feb. 16-17 Beef, Sheep & Swine Workshop, Kettunen tax credit, child tax credit, Center homestead property tax cred­ Feb.16 Goat Member Leader “Laughter Lightens the it and home heating credit. Load” Workshop, 9 a.m., Expo Center The VITA program has Feb.16 Rabbit Member Leader “Laughter Lightens been offering free tax assisthe Load” Workshop, 1 pjn.. Expo Center �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, February 2, 2019 — Page 7 SWEEP, continued from page 1 Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Thursday, Feb. 7 Painting Group 1 pm. Commission on Aging Sliced turkey & cheddar Delton: BP Checks; Walking Menu and Activities cheese, sandwich thin, 11 a.m-1 pm. Woodland: Friendship Sites potato salad, dried plums. Card Games 11 a.m. H.WJQ Congregate Menu Friday, Feb. 8 - Reminiscence. Monday, Feb. 4 Southwestern chicken Thesday, Feb. 5 Country fried steak with salad, Southwest pasta salad, Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 gravy, baked sweet potato, diced peaches, oatmeal am.; Line Dancing 9:30 braised cabbage, apple. cranberry cookie. a.m.; Massage 10:30 am.; Tuesday, Feb. 5 BP Checks 10:30 am. Sloppy Jo, bun, coleslaw, Home Delivered Nashville Dominoes 11 tator tots, strawberries. Hearty Menu am. Wednesday, Feb. 6 Monday, Feb. 4 Wednesday, Feb. 6 Grilled chicken breast, Country fried steak, Hastings: Card Program 9-11 brown and wild rice, mashed potatoes & gravy, am.; Cop Talk 10:30 am. w/ seasoned red potatoes, green beans, apple. Sheriff Leaf; Legal Aid Italian blend vegetables, Tuesday, Feb. 5 10:30 a.m.-noon; Euchre banana. Tuna noodle casserole, 12:30,-2:30 pm. Nashville: Thursday, Feb. 7 broccoli, diced carrots, Dominoes 11 am. Pepperoni pizza, tossed orange. Lakewood senior guard Nathan Dillon is pressured in the corner by Maple Valley Woodland: Card Games 11 Wednesday, Feb. 6 sophomore guard Curtis Walker during their GLAC bailgame at Maple Valley High salad-, broccoli, fruitedjello. am. Delton: Walking 11 Friday, Feb. 8 Grilled chicken breast, am.-l pm. N/W BP School Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Broccoli stuffed chicken, brown & wild rice, seasoned Checks. mashed red potatoes & red potatoes, Italian blend night shooting the ball from Thursday, Feb. 7gravy, Prince Charles vegetables, banana. outside, still managed 12 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 vegetables, fruit. Thursday, Feb. 7 am.; Brain Works 1 pm.; points. He hit a pair of free Smothered pork cutlet, Sr. Zumba 4:30 pm.; Zumba throws with 2:11 to play to Home Delivered baked potato, broccoli, II 5:30 pm. Nashville: get his team within 49-48 as Cold Menu dinner roll, Mandarin Dominoes 11 am.; TV Time. Lakewood’s Bryant Makley Monday, Feb. 4 oranges. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; fouled out of the bailgame. Sliced roast beef & Swiss Friday, Feb. 8 Walking 11 a.m.-l pm. The Vikings were already cheese, sandwich thin, Chicken cordon bleu, Friday, Feb. 8 - Hastings: without junior point guard coleslaw, Mandarin oranges. mashed potatoes, com, Exercise 9 am.; Bingo 9:30 Austin Makley for the bail­ Tuesday, Feb. 5 strawberry cup. am.; Iron Rails 10:30 am.; game and senior center Chicken pasta salad, beet Basic Electrical 1-3 p.m. Nathan DeVries had gone and onion salad, applesauce, Activities Calendar Woodland: Card Games 11 down with an injury earlier in vanilla wafers. Monday, Feb. 4 - RSVP am. Nashville: Dominoes 11 the fourth quarter. Wednesday, Feb. 6 for Basic Electrical. am. That trio held much of the Chef salad, macaroni Hastings: Card Program 9-11 varsity experience on the salad, fruitedjello, muffin. am.; TV Strings 10:3.0. am.; Viking roster coming into this season, along with junior guard Jacob Elenbaas and senior guard Nathan Dillon. Elenbaas had a game-high 16 points, but couldn’t get a couple free throws to fall with a minute to play. 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Where there was competi­ tion though the Lions excelled winning all five contested weight classes for a 57-6 victory. It is the first district cham­ pionship for the Maple Valley varsity wrestling team since a string of four consec­ utive titles from 2004-2007. The Lions will host their team regional tournament Wednesday, Feb. 13. “We tried to get as many matches as we could, because we didn’t have a whole lot,” Maple Valley head coach Lane Brumm said. “I bumped our top half up so they could get matches. We didn’t want to, come here and just take voids. People have to travel The Maple Valley varsity wrestling team celebrates its first district championship since 2007 following a 57-6 victory over visiting Saranac in the Division 4 Team District Final Wednesday. The Lions host their team regional tournament Wednesday, Feb. 15, and will take on Hart in the regional semifinals beginning at 6 p.m. (Photo by Brett Bremer) and we want them to wrestle, so that is what we did. They pulled it off. “It is good, because all year I have been preaching to them that hard work pays off. Most of it is in your head when you go out on the mat. We do all the work in the wrestling room and it is up to them to have their mind ready for the match. Tonight it all paid off. Every one of our guys wrestled great. I’m happy. I’m very proud of them.” Maple Valley got pins from Anthony Raymond in the 160-pound match, David Hosack-Frizzell at 189 pounds, Nick Martin at 215 pounds and Konnor Visger at 130. The only six-minute match was Jesse Brumm’s 12-6 decision against Saranac's AJ Thompson at 125 pounds. Brumm, the returning state medalist, was the only Lion who didn’t get bonus points for the team with his threepoint decision. “He wrestled a really tough kid,” coach Brumm said. “He did good. “We’ve bumped him up (to 125) before. With our schedule, we try to get him the tough­ est matches that we can. If there is a 125-pounder that is good, we usually jump up and try to wrestle him. This kid was 20-1 I think, so I wanted him to wrestle him and he wanted to wrestle him. It worked out good. And that will help us going into (individual) districts.” Jesse is now 34-1 on the season. Raymond and and HosackFrizzell were both pushed into the third period by their See DISTRICT, page 8 Mackinac Center study gives Vermontville syrup festival local schools a ‘C’ grade queen to be chosen Tuesday Officials say it’s no measure of educational quality The 2018 Maple Syrup Festival Queen, Alaura Reist, is interviewed by judges before they make their decision. Taylor Owens StaffWriter The Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen and Court will be selected in an event beginning at 7 p.m. Tuesda^F^b. 12, at the ConfersChurch. The evening will start with a din­ ner, during which contes­ tants Josey Terpening and Hunter Fears will meet and interact with judges. Individual interviews will follow in which contestants will answer questions on syrup, the community and more. Based on the dinner, interview and essays already written by contestants, one will be chosen as the 2019 queen. Dinner will be $10 per person. J-Ad News Services Maple Valley Junior/ Senior High School was among many schools that received a C grade in the lat­ est Mackinac Center report card that scores 674 public high schools in Michigan. All high schools in the region received C grades in the study. Maple Valley’s score of 99.5 put it at number 352 and ranked it in the 47.92 percen­ tile, which means that it out­ performed more than 47 per­ cent of other high schools in the state. The 2018 Michigan Pubic High School Context And Performance Report Card is a periodic study by the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, a nonpartisan free market think tank headquar­ tered in Midland. Every other year, the cen­ ter analyzes multiple years of state test scores and com­ pares them to the expected result, given the socioeco­ nomic makeup of a school’s students. This allows for a more comprehensive view when evaluating school per­ formance, according to Ben DeGrow, director of educa­ tion policy at the Center and co-author of the study. “Relying on raw test results may mislead about how well a school is actually doing,” DeGrow said in a news release about the study. “To get a fuller perspective, it helps to factor socioeconom­ ic status into the equation.” But area educators say these findings are not an accurate representation of educational quality. “The researchers use an extremely small slice of data only from 11th grade stu­ dents who receive free lunch,” Dr. Katherine Bertolini pointed out. “As a result of such a small sample, readers should be cautious to interpret the data for what it is and not make an assump­ tion that the data reflects the entire district across the K-12 spectrum.” See GRADE, page 3 In This Issue Attorney objects to Barry County indigent defender list Eaton prosecutor says police shooting was legally justified Hinckley memorialized as Nashville reminds residents of its history Top GLAC wrestlers ready for postseason____________________ �Page 2 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, February 9,2019 Attorney objects to indigentdefender list Rebecca Pierce Editor The 11* candidate who didn’t make the cut for the list of 10 attorneys picked to handle indigent defense cases in Barry County expressed his unhappiness Tuesday to county commis­ sioners. “Just six months ago I was good enough to try a first-de­ gree murder case for indigent defendant in this county that took 10 days,” James Goulooze, an attorney in the county for more than 30 years, wrote to the Barry County board in a letter he presented during its commit­ tee ofthe whole meeting."... Four of the attorneys chosen for this year were not quali­ fied because of experience to handle high-severity felo­ nies. “Now they are deemed able to provide better legal representation than myself.” Goulooze, who said the situation is a professional insult and a personal embar­ rassment, asked commis­ sioners to restore him to the criminal defense list. That list, proposed by Kerri Selleck, the county’s new chief public defender, was a source of controversy from the start, when it was recommended for approval to the county board Jan.15. Goulooze wrote, “The general belief that existed last year was that all who were on the court appointed list would remain in the new program. The application process did nothing to dis­ suade that idea. No requested credentials, resume or quali­ fications and certainly no interview to assess my fit­ ness for the program, only my level of experience.” The attorneys and the total and was working in that amounts they would receive office when the prosecutor are: Jackie Baker Sturgis, stepped down. “Years later, she enlists $33,800; Carol Dwyer, $39)000; Shane Henry, this man to write a letter of $26)000; Kristen Hoel, recommendation for her and $36,400; James Kinney, then hires him to represent $39)000; Gordon Shane the indigent. This looks like McNeill, $26)000; Ronald and smells like an old-fash­ Pierce, $26,000; Kathryn ioned back door deal to me.” When Goulooze asked Russell, $39,000; Steven Storrs, $26,000; and Selleck for an explanation about where he had fallen Kimberly Young, $33,800. The approval of2019 con­ short, she replied that he had tracts for indigent defense failed to appear for sched­ counsel services, will cost uled court hearings or was $325)000. But cost wasn’t late for hearings; didn’t com­ the issue, it was the choice of municate adequately with McNeill, the former prosecu­ clients, who appear regularly tor that three commissioners at his former office building on nearly a daily basis found problematic. Commissioner Jon because he doesn’t inform Smelker, originally the lone them of his current office dissenter, was later joined by location; and that he has not commissioners Vivian filled out a change-of-adConner and Howard Gibson. dress form so mail received Commissioners Ben Geiger, at his former office can be Dan Parker and Heather routed to his cunent address. Goulooze said these were Wing voted to approve the list. With Commissioner half-truths, hearsay or had Dave Jackson absent, the been taken out of context, but he confirmed that he had vote tied at 3-3 last week. Tuesday, Conner was missed one hearing and had absent, but the issue won’t be been suspended. reconsidered for a vote until “If anyone seriously ques­ next week. tions my ability or reputa­ Commissioners who origi­ tion, I would invite them to nally voted against the pro­ speak to the court staffs, posal said they had misgiv­ judges, sheriff, etc.,” he ings about one candidate. wrote. “I am confident they Gibson said two constituents will tell you universally that had complained to him that I fight for my clients in and McNeill was unacceptable. out of court, that I am not McNeill, who had been intimidated by the process the Barry County Prosecuting and provide my clients the Attorney more than a decade best I have to give. They also ago, was never mentioned by will tell you I make mistakes name during the public meet­ and, when I do, I am account­ able for them. “ ing. Goulooze didn’t mention In other business, commis­ McNeill by name either, but sioners voted to recommend: he criticized the choice of a - Approval of a reimburse­ former prosecutor, noting ment grant agreement of that Selleck worked in the $2,500 to cover the cost to then-prosecutor’s office — spay or neuter shelter ani- Polar vortex causes blood shortages Bonnie Mattson Staff Writer The American Red Cross has issued an appeal for blood donors since extreme weather has taken a toll on blood donations. The polar vortex that has caused power outages, business and school closings, and even the federal government shutdown forced the cancellation of blood drives across the country. Donors living in unaffect­ ed areas are especially key right now, according to Red Cross officials. Those safely able to get to a donation cen­ ter or blood drive are encour­ aged to donate. Type A positive blood is especially short right now, and blood for pediatric can­ cer patients, car accident vic­ tims, children with chronic illnesses and elderly patients undergoing surgery is in need. Area blood drives coming up include: WHERE SWEETNESS BEGINS Provider ofMaple Syrup Equipment ana Accessories “For all Producers” Evaporators • Bulk Tanks • Tubing Containers • Maple syrup and Maple products • Etc. Wanted • Preowned Maple Syrup Equipment 11534 State Road (M-66) Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 616-7555-3636 ir btmapksupplji.com tLA PIEPRE m. It ।p Hours of Operation Mon. Tues. Thurs. Fri.~10 am - 5 pm Like Us“On Wednesday-10 am-8 pm Saturday - 9 am - 1 pm Facebook Feb. 11 — Central United Methodist Church, 912 Fourth Ave., Lake Odessa, noon to 5:45 p.m. Feb. 18 — St. Ambrose Church, 11149 Floria Road, Delton, 11 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Feb. 20 — Ionia Moose Lodge, 869 E. Lincoln, Ionia, 11 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Feb. 27 — Maple Valley High School, 11090 Nashville Highway, Nashville, 8 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Donors also can make an appointment to donate at Lansing Blood Donation Center, 1729 E. Saginaw, Lansing. Call 800-733-2767 or redcrossblood.org. mals prior to adoption. - Approval of the 2019 indigent defense fund budget for revenue and expenditure line items. - Approval to buy a new Chevrolet Tahoe for the sher­ iff’s department to replace a 2013 Tahoe that was dam­ aged in a car-deer accident Dec. 30, 2018. (The deputy driving the vehicle was not injured, but the vehicle was totaled.) - Acceptance of the Community Corrections Advisory Board revised bylaws. - That Cindy Vujea serve a three-year term on the coun- ty parks and recreation board to represent the county eco­ nomic development alliance. All of the above recom­ mendations will be taken up at the next full board meeting at 9 am. Tuesday, Feb. 12, in the county courthouse. Putnam library hosts teen Chocolate Olympics Teens are invited to the Putnam District Library to devour sweets and play games at the Chocolate Olympics on Valentine’s Day. Games like Whopper relay, an Oreo stacking con­ test and chocolate trivia will involve teen competitors in seventh to 12* grades from 6-7:30 p.m. on Feb. 14. With each n new game comes more chocolate. Teens are welcome to bring their friends to the library to claim the title of Chocolate Champions. With this new event, the staff at Putnam District Library is looking to future programming with teens in mind. The library will be cre­ ating events geared toward the age group each month and encourage teens to follow the library on Facebook and Instagram to stay updated on events. Another event that teens and adults are invited to par­ ticipate in is the library’s Winter Reading Program. The program is set up as a version of tic-tac-toe with teams (Team O against Team X) competing to complete a tic-tac-toe before the other. Each space on the tic-tac-toe board is a type of book that needs to be read by a team member in order to play on that particular space. Any time a participant reads a book and fills a space, the name ofthat participant is put into a drawing for the Winter Reading Grand Prize. The event, intended for participants from seventh grade up to adults, will run until March 16Patrons of all ages are invited to visit the library to learn to knit. The Knitting Group (formerly known as Introduction to Knitting) has flourished from a monthly scheduled event into a group that meets every Tuesday at the library from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Now Scheduling Appointments maplewvalley Accounting and Tax, LLC Putnam District Library’s new Knitting Group met Feb. 5. They shared conversation and knitting tips throughout the evening. The group plans to meet weekly on Tuesdays. The group is led by Community Mentor Sue Pufpaffwho provides visitors with her expansive knowl­ edge of knitting while the library supplies knitting nee­ dles, yam and a place to meet. The participants aim to learn and improve their knit­ ting techniques with each visit and encourage new members to join the continu­ ously growing group. Whether a beginner or an experienced knitter, every­ one is welcome to join the Knitting Group meetings. In addition to the weekly Tuesday meetings, interested patrons can meet with Sue Pufpaff from 3:30-5:30 p.m. on Feb. 20. Putnam District Library will host the following February events at the library, unless another location is noted. Cafe Color - 6-8 p.m. Feb. 11 at Nashville United Methodist Church Stories Around the Globe - 6-7 prn. Feb. 12 Chocolate Olympics - 6-7:30 p.m. Feb. 14 Read With Me Storytime - 11 a.m. Feb. 15 and 22 Local History Room - 1-3 p.m. Feb. 15 and 5-7 p.m. Feb. 26 Sewing Lab - 10-1 p.m. Feb. 16 and 5:30-7:30 p.m. Feb. 28 Library Board Meeting - 6 p.m. Feb. 19 Introduction to Knitting - 3:30-5:30 p.m. Feb. 20 BUY 2 GET 1 FREE We Specialize in: • Individual Taxes • Farm Taxes • Small Business Taxes • Bookkeeping DAYTIME APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE Jill Hickey Tracy Janousek _______Amy Peters_______ 157 South Main, Vermontville, MI • 517-726-1300 207 N. Moin St. » 517.852.0313 �1 It X“l X Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, February 9,2019 — Page 3 GRADE, continued from page 1 Bertolini, who is superin­ tendent of Maple Valley School District, said, “The other challenge in the report is that schools are ranked across the entire state with­ out controls for the per pupil funding in their analysis. There are so many factors beyond those isolated in this report. “For folks who are inter­ ested in examining the ineq­ uities in school funding, I recommend the School Finance Research Collaborative report https:// www.fundmischools.org. This study has two compli­ mentary study methods, examines multiple criteria about students which is pre­ dictive of school success and also considers district criteria in making recommendations for adequate school funding. This report is helpful to understand the complex fac­ tors that influence student learning. “I encourage all citizens to look at as many factors as possible when they make inferences about school per- formance.” According to the latest CAP Report Card, the high­ est-ranking school in a con­ ventional public school dis­ trict in the state is Fordson High School in Dearborn. The city of Ann Arbor is home to three of the top 10 conventional district schools. Saginaw High School holds the lowest CAP score, while 12 of the bottom 25 schools are Detroit district high schools. The study noted that a CAP score above 100 indi­ cates a score that exceeded the predicted level. A score below 100 indicates that a high school’s average perfor­ mance was below its predict­ ed level. The study also stated: “The grades and CAP scores are relative. In other words, they are not based on an absolute standard of academ­ ic performance. Instead, they indicate how each high school compares to other high schools on multiple years of standardized tests given the school’s respective student populations. By defi­ nition, the average of the scores- for all of the public high schools in the state is 100, corresponding to a C.” The percentile rank calcu­ lated for each school makes it easier to compare that school to others in the study, since it indicates the percent­ age of schools that it outper­ formed. Other schools in the region had the following perfor­ mance rankings: -Hastings High School had a score of 101.03, which placed it as number 292 out of 674 in the study. It was in the 56.82th percentile. -Caledonia High School had a score of 100.95, plac­ ing it at number 295. It was in the 56.38th percentile. -Thomapple Kellogg High School had a score of 99.3, placing it at number 364 in the 46.14th percentile. -Delton Kellogg High School had a score of 98.73, which placed it at number 385. It was in the 43.03th percentile. -Lakewood High School, More missed school after ice storm with a 98.64 score, was num­ ber 389 and ranked in the 42.43 percentile. Here’s what other area school officials had to say about the CAP Report Card: (Caledonia school adminis­ trators could not be reached for comment. Hastings school administrators had no comment.) Lakewood Public Schools Superintendent Randy Fleenor said, “While I’m not discounting test scores, how we judge stu­ dents should be triangulated a bit more. For example, state scores, with local scores, with metrics to gauge post-graduation success seem like much more useful and apropos data. “At Lake wood, we are developing a credible way to retrieve post-graduation data on how our students are suc­ ceeding in life. Isn’t this where it counts? Post­ secondary pathways to ‘read­ iness’ take on all different forms - not just the shape of a test score. One thing is for sure: We are very proud of the work our teachers and support staff perform on a daily basis; the level of care and concern for students dis­ played is invaluable and inspiring. Lakewood Public Schools Board ofEducation President Frank Pytlowany echoed those remarks: “Testing our students is only part of the barometer of success. “Data can be looked at numerous ways, but part of the success should not be based on test scores alone, but on the ability to thrive, be a good citizen, give back to their community that they live and work in.” At Delton Kellogg schools, Superintendent Kyle Corlett said the district was interest­ ed in competing with itself rather than focusing on oth­ ers. “Our motto, “Growing Together, Pursuing Excellence,” means we’re focused on our own success and not the success of other schools. We are always try­ ing to improve, but we do make some decisions based on testing data. But I’m not worried about what the Mackinac Center is saying.” “We don’t purely just teach students to a test,” Corlett pointed out. “Communities everywhere are different. I don’t think seeing what percent of our students are on free and reduced lunch is a good eval­ uation of our district. It’s not a good way to capture an entire community. “I get what they’re say­ ing. They’re trying to come up with a way to compare different districts. When you boil it down, we all have places to grow in and areas to improve upon. ...We are way more than just M-Step scores, more than just SAT scores, there is so much that we do to prepare our students for life.” Thornapple Kellogg Superintendent Robert Blitchok said, “There are many ways to measure stu­ dent growth including nationally normed tests (such as NWEA), state assessments (M-Step), and local (dis­ trict-developed) assessments. Also, there are multiple points of view as to ‘what is growth’ and ‘how much growth is sufficient.’ “As a district, we go to great lengths to inform instruction for our students. We place a significant emphasis on the NWEA assessments (three times in a school year) and our dis­ trict-developed assessments. We utilize these tools to help us determine where and how to adjust instruction.” “Our teaching staff, sup­ port staff, and administrators work hard and smart to pro­ vide the very best education for our students,” he added. “I am very proud of their efforts.” Maple Valley News Published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. 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Sunday School 9:00 a.m. 11:15a.m. .Worship WEST BENTON CHURCH PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 517-652-1580 269-763-3120 �Page 4 _just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, February 9,2019 Writer Susan Hinckley memorialized as Nashville reminds residents of its history Tanett Hodge Staff Writer Plans for the addition of a pavilion to the Nashville community cemetery are being realized because of the vision and hard work of the area historical society and the writings of long-time res­ Murphy ident Susan Hinckley. Friends since childhood, Nashville residents Mike Kenyon and Kermit Douse and their wives would sit often and recall ‘old times’ in the village. “We would just sit around sometimes and say, ‘Do you remember when Douse said in an interview last week. “We started talking about the idea of a sesquicentennial, and one day Mike said he was going to get people together and investigate whether anyone would be interested in forming a his- She was the editor of the torical society.” The Nashville Michigan school newspaper and the Historical Society had its yearbook. She got to use her first meeting in the spring of journalism skills when she 2016 with 12 people in atten­ began writing a local news dance. By the spring of2017, column for the Maple Valley they had spent time perusing News. Because of her inter­ the Lakeview Cemetery’s est in local history, she began interment list and referring to writing her “Memories ofthe the “Memories of the Past” Past” column, which became columns in the Maple Valley a weekly feature. She had the News to get a better under­ opportunity to meet with standing of who had been many of the people whose instrumental in the history of families had lived in the area Nashville. These histoiy arti­ all their lives. Many shared cles had been researched and with her their memories from written primarily by the late childhood and stories their Susan (Murphy) Hinckley parents told of the early days and have been reprinted in of Nashville. From these documents, the Maple Valley News over the members of the new his­ the past several years. Susan Murphy - who later torical society were able to married Ray Hinckley - had cross-reference the personal­ grown up outside of ities she wrote about with Nashville and attended headstones they found in the Nashville High School in the cemetery. Through the years, village. That is where her mildew and lichens had love of journalism began. overtaken the stones and ren- As it stands in the Lakeview Cemetery, basic construction of the pavilion is finished, and plans for completion are set for the early summer. MM SERVING NASHVILLE & VERMONTVILLE. Tel Fiber - Voice - Data WXHoEDeBalDQQ the society painstakingly cleaned them for weeks on end. “We started thinking about the upcoming 150-year cele­ bration, (sesquicentennial), and decided to start working oh some of these personali­ ties from the village’s first years,” said Douse, now the president of the historical society. During the past two years, volunteers have cleaned more than 250 grave mark­ ers. “From this, the thought was that we wanted to share our knowledge with others,” Douse said. Members of the historical society wanted to put togeth­ er a “tour” people could walk on their own and learn about some of the original people who helped to shape the vil­ lage. Douse had seen a simi­ lar construct in the Sunfield Cemetery near the comer of Sunfield Road and St. Joe Highway. He took a photo of it, and shared it at the next meeting. A pavilion could be a way to house historical informa­ tion and get people started on our tour, he told the group. “We couldn’t name it any­ thing other than the ‘Susan Murphy Hinckley Historical Pavilion,’” Douse said. “Without her research and writings, our knowledge would have been much more difficult to attain. It was only through her painstaking dis­ covery - which I might add she did without computer and word processing - that we know about these people in great depth.” Representing the historical society, Karen Ghiban and Douse met with the Nashville Cemetery Board and present­ ed the idea of a pavilion, and respectfully asked them to consider approving a small plot of ground in the ceme­ tery for such purpose. “To our absolute delight, they agreed,” Douse said. Scott Decker, director of the Nashville department ofpub­ lic works, called Douse and told him of a small grant that was offered through the United Way, to be considered for villages in Barry County. It had to be in conjunction with a local 501(c)3 desig­ nated nonprofit organization. Decker asked Douse to write out objectives for the project and put together the applica­ tion and sent it in for consid­ eration. The idea was accept­ ed. The Murphy family, with members who still reside in Nashville, also offered a gift of funds toward the pavilion to honor their family mem­ ber. Decker and the DPW, with design help from Josh Pierce and Jack Semrau, got the plot prepared, and cement was poured in the first part of September. During the Barry County United Way’s Day of Caring in September, volun­ teers were sent to help Nashville work on the pavil­ ion and clean more head­ stones. The majority of the con­ struction work for the pavil­ ion was done by Josh Pierce and his father Tom Pierce, Tom Oleson, and a member from the United Way group, Douse said. “I can’t say enough about the help that the cemetery HomeCookln' /Jack£ / Country \ Kettle and village officers, the Murphy family, the United Way and the NMHS itself gave in a true collaborative effort to see this happen,” Douse said. The final touches on the pavilion will start up again in the spring, and it will be ready in time for the sesquicentennial Aug. 2-4. “At that time, our hope is to be able to present the tour with a few actors portraying some of the historical per­ sonalities — a type of living history,” Douse said. ' 1 । The sesquicentennial com­ mittee is working with Julie Nelson and the Maple Valley High School theatrics and several others in an effort to make this happen. [Note: Susan Hinckley likely spent many hours look­ ingfor photos ofpeople and places to go with her weekly history column. Likewise, historical society members, Susan Hinckley’s family members and J-Ad Graphics staffhave devoted a substan­ tial amount of time looking for photos ofher. Successes have been minor - limited to tiny images in group orfam­ ilyphotos. Anyone who has a quality photo ofHinckley is encouraged to contact a member of the historical society or email news@j-adgraphics.com] J) 7 /73, V 'February 14 *Vale»ttute c *Dacf. 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! J 1 isJust around the comer V 113 N. Main, Nashville Mom toldme told me „ ' there were a fewr things you never forget Our Own —W 2 ^*22 * । Dinner Specials J fyiletttute d "Day A y Special 13 Ounce New York Strip *15.95 p �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, February 9,2019 — Page 5 Top GLAC wrestlers ready for postseason Maple Valley’s Aaron Breton works to turn Leslie’s Jake Montgomery onto his back during their match for third-place Friday (Feb. 1) at the GLAC Championship Tournament hosted by Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) kJ wT?B,ta«^ ?B,ta«^ l* *AA ® <, ®®^isk DoRfflt J*® ®’lw»tffi?E.. i?E.. ksfiifi aauifejj I1.3® ‘Aitaimiii Jnto fbiiihiBffi; mas!- liiihffiiBH uej nnt ditenrir ik.«i jjft-itytft inti Mi,'tai RSlsft taitffii!" rrai tsstjWa rn feinii.'^ii latest Jfis ral(tai>fc tgta aL’fe^ jiii Bn Maple Valley sophomore Jesse Brumm is atop the medal stand after besting Leslie’s Cannon Risner (left) and Lakewood’s Gabe Cappon (right) to win the 119pound weight class Friday (Feb. 1) at the GLAC Championship Tournament hosted by Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Greater Lansing Activities Conference’s two returning state medalists appeared primed for the post­ season while winning cham­ pionships Friday at the GLAC Championship hosted by Lakewood High School. Lakewood junior Jon Clack, who was fourth in the state in Division 3 at 171 pounds as a sophomore, scored a quick pin of Leslie’s Ben Smieska in the 215pound championship Friday. Maple Valley sophomore Jesse Brumm, who was the state runner-up at 112 pounds in Division 4 a year ago, scored a technical fall of Lakewood’s Gabe Cappon in his 119-pound semifinal Friday and then pinned Leslie’s Cannon Risner mid­ way through the third period of their championship match. Both Clack and Brumm were conference champions a year ago in addition to being state medalists. And both guys are up a weight class this season. Clack, came into the sear son ready to wrestle at 189 pounds and has been compet­ ing at 215 much of the sea­ son because that is where the Lakewood line-up needs him most. “I gained a little bit of weight, which came with a lot of strength,” Clack said. “I lifted all summer, which ended up paying off. I went up from 171 to 189 and usu­ ally I wrestle 215 for the team. That is a big jump, but I have still been able to keep jny strength, and wrestle well there. . “At 215 everybody is a little bigger, slower, stronger. 171s are fast. They get in shots. It is a hard wrestling six minutes. At 215, I can pace myself and get the win. Clack’s win Friday helped the Viking team to its fifth Greater Lansing Activities Conference championship in five seasons. Winning eight individual conference cham­ pionships, the Vikings out­ scored runner-up Leslie 221.5 to 179 Friday. Maple Valley beat out Olivet 855 to 85 for third place, ahead of Perry 79 and Stockbridge 235. “Most teams they sit offto the side and kind of stay quiet. We’re all stepping up to the side,” Clack said. “We’re all coaching. We just beat St. Johns last week ranked number 8 in D2 and now we’re looking forward to the state finals.” The Vikings’ Jordan Mclllwain (125 pounds), Lance Childs (152), Vem Fields (160), Allen Shellington (189), Grant Clarkson (285) and Zac Gibson (103) and Kanon Atwell (112) all earned indi­ vidual conference champion­ ships. The conference’s other six titles went to Leslie’s Lucas Mooney (130 pounds), Gabe Weber (135) and Grant Weber (140), Perry’s Darien Artis (171) and Tanner Orweller (145) and Maple Valley’s Brumm. Brumm has found the competition a bit tougher at 119 pounds than in the 112pound weight class he wres­ tled in a year ago. He was bested by Mona Shores’ Antony Gaiser at the first tournament of this season, two returning state qualifiers at the GLAC Tournament, Perry’s Tanner Orweller bested the Vikings’ Garrett Stank 16-3 in the 145-pound championship. Lakewood also got a run­ ner-up finish from Gabe Harkey at 130 pounds, and third place performances from Gabe Cappon at 119, Keegan VanAlstine at 135 and Nathaniel Graham 140. Maple Valley gqt$t run­ ner-up finishes Friday , from Konnor Visger at 125 pounds, Anthony Raymond at 160, Nick Martin at 189, Mathew Slaght at 103 and a thirdplace finish from Aaron Breton at 112 pounds.. . “Our guys are wrestling better, a lot better,”. Maple Valley head coach ' Tony Wawiemia said. “It has been fun. They have ave been een wor working ng hard in the wrestling room.” Maple Valley and Lakewood both won team district championships this week, the Lions in Division 4 and the Vikings in Division 3. The quest for individual state medals begins with individual district tourna­ ments across the state today (Feb. 9). Lakewood heads to Alma for its Division 3 tour­ nament while the Maple Valley grapplers go to Ravenna for their D4 compe­ tition. but hasn’t lost since. Brumm said growing con­ fidence is the biggest thing for him heading into his sec­ ond varsity postseason. “I have experience under­ neath my belt now. I’m kind of used to all the lights and stuff now,” he said. He has been working to Lion senior Nick Martin tries to fight out of the grasp of improve technically as well, Lakewood's Allen Shellington during their 189-pound and said he really focused championship match Friday (Feb. 1) at the Greater this season on keeping oppo- Lansing Activities Conference Tournament hosted by nents down when he’s in the Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) top position and improving on his shots. Brumm and Clack aren’t always been kind of split up cheering. That gives you the only ones looking for­ and we come together for confidence.” ward to a successful postsea­ wrestling tournaments. This Atwell is pretty confident son. team is actually always all about his chances in the Atwell was excited to win together. It is awesome. upcoming individual state his first conference champi­ “(Coach Tony) Harmer tournament. Like Clack and onship, as a junior after los- basically forced it and then Brumm, he sees finishing on ing out to Brumm in the everybody was like okay. the top step ofthe state medal finals of the GLAC (Harmer) talked about how if stand at Ford Field as a real Tournament a year ago. we’re all a team that means possibility. Atwell spent less than two we’re all on the mat side In the only match-up of minutes on the mat Friday, pinning Leslie’s Jake Montgomery and then Perry’s Jacob Orweller for the 112-pound champion­ ship. Atwell said he spent the FREE heart box of summer focusing g on his SANDER ’S CHOCOLATES unusual left-handed tech­ w/arranged roses (iM supplies lost) nique and improving his Placeyour order today! shooting abilities while have a successful run at- big tour­ • Roses • Fresh Bouquets * Cards * Candles I naments in Virginia Beach, Blooming Plants • Balloons • Sander’s Chocolates • Bears Rhode Island and Madison, Ohio. Plus so muck more! While the Vikings have won a conference title in each ofAtwell’s three varsity ||^1453 Jordan Lake (St., Lake Odessa, MI 4884p««« seasons, he said this season’s feels a bit different. He sees OPEN LATER ON WED/&THURS. the same team chemistry growing that Clack does. 616-374-1100 “It is awesome. We have a www.jordanlakeflorals lot of team unity this year, which we have never had,” Atwell said. “Our team has NEWLY EXPANDED DELIVERY OPTIONS ordan Lake Floral �Page 6 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, February 9,2019 Don Reid recalls Nashville in the 1930s 1 This column by the late Susan Hinckley was printed in the Jan. 17, 1989, Maple Valley News. Following is the continuation ofthefamily history compiled by Don C. Reid of Hastings, which appeared in this column starting in November 1988. The earlier episodes dealt with the Cruso and McGraw families ofNashville, and in particular, with the youth and careers of Amber Z. Cruso, and her marriage in 1920 to Theodore SJC Reid, a Texas airman she met while serving at Ft. Sill, Okla, during World War I. They later settled in Hastings where their son Don was bom in 1923. Today’s story recalls Don’s memories ofyouthful adven­ tures in Nashville and vari­ ous aspects ofthe Reidfami­ ly in the early 19030s. It was always neat to visit Grandma and Grandpa Cruso at their home on Reed Street in Nashville, for there was lots to keep a young boy active. There was the pickle fac­ tory near the railroad tracks over on Sherman Street, where one could get a pickle to eat if he asked nicely. There was bullhead fishing in the Thomapple River in Fred Ackett’s boat or off the riverbank. There was swim­ ming at the Main Street bridge ifyou were brave, and a climb to the top of the standpipe if no one caught you. There was watercress to pick and chew; it has a mint taste and patches of water­ cress grew along the creek by the cemetery. All this and more, but today was Harvest Festival day! [Don and friend Jack Warner had bicycled from their homes in Hastings to spend the night with the Crusos to attend the event.] We hurried through our oatmeal, and along with 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. Lt. “Tex” Reid’s flying helmet and aviator goggles were fascinating playthings to his young son, Don, who found them a ticket to make-believe world of high-speed flight. Reid is seen here in the yard of his home in Hastings, wearing his leather flying outfit. Twice a year Lt. Reid would don his uniform and leave for a two-week flying stint with the U.S. Air Service Reserve. Grandma and Grandpa, set off for Main Street, where all the action was. Charlie would sit in Central Park and talk with the old-timers, while Flora went through the stores visiting with her friends, and Jack and I took in the carnival sights. There was a stage set up near the park for the band and for vaudeville acts, a merry-goround and other attractions, but what we were most inter­ ested in was the balloon ascension. This was scheduled for later in the day, but prepara­ tions had to be made before­ hand. Balloons in those days were filled either with hot air from some kind of fire or with hydrogen, a very dan­ gerous and costly gas. Naturally, the balloonists who went from place to place doing their daredevil stunts chose the cheapest method of getting the balloon into the air. Here’s how it worked on this particular Saturday. Soon after the noon hour, a hole was dug in the ground. It was two to three feet deep and about two feet in diame­ ter. A good fire was built in the hole, and when the flames had subsided but the heat was still rolling out, the long snout of the air bag was Digital TV Antennas Cell Phone Boosters 517.646.0439 TV ANTINNA & TOWtR INSTALLATION. REPAIR 3. REMOVAL placed over the hole, and hot gas rose into the balloon. This balloon had several rings around the sides, into which were placed poles to hold up the balloon while it was filling. We spectators would get to hold the poles, which we did with pride as we became part of the “show.” As the balloon grad­ ually filled with hot gas, it rose up off the poles, and then we grabbed ahold of long ropes that were tied to it. As the bag rose higher, you could see a swing seat attached to the bottom part of the balloon. Soon, the bag was strain­ ing at the ropes, seeking to climb into the blue skies above, while about 10 men were holding the ropes and shouting to one another, “Hold ‘er down! Don’t let ‘er get away!” And during all of this, Jack and I were watching very carefully, for maybe someday we would fly a bal­ loon out of Hastings to a faraway country. The time had come. Slowly the ropes were let out until the balloonist could climb aboard the swing seat, and then he shouted, “Let ‘er go,” and all the men let go of the ropes they’d been hold­ ing, and the balloon soared straight up and away. There was very little wind that day, so the balloon went almost straight up about a quarter-mile, some 1300 to 1300 feet. Reaching that height, the balloonist pulled Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE 5 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa MOST OFALL YOURAUTOMOTIVE NEEDS ACE AUTO REPAI$R& From General Maintenance to Performance and Off-Road Parts 517-726-1500 130 S. Main St, Vermontville Monday-Friday 8:00S:00 Visiting his maternal grandparents in Nashville, young Don Reid (left, front row) found all kinds of adventure, from fishing on the Thornapple River to checking out the local pickle factory. With him near the Cruso home on Reed Street is his baby brother, Robert, and (back row, from left) grandfather Charles Cruso, mother Amber (Cruso) Reid, and grandmother Flora Cruso. The neighboring Howell family home is seen in the background. the valve on top ofthe bag to let out the hot air, jumped from the seat, pulled the rip­ cord on his parachute, and both man and balloon began their descent to earth. They were tracked by hundreds of shouting and screaming peo­ ple on the ground. The bal­ loon kind of flopped around, turned over and slowly fell to the ground behind a shed east of State Street. All eyes, however, were riveted on the parachute as it slowly lowered its daredevil cargo toward the trees below. Everyone started running east on Washington, and sure enough, he came down across the street from the schoolhouse, with his para­ chute partially caught in a tree. The fire department guys came up with a ladder and got him out of the tree, and everyone cheered as the bal­ loonist set foot on ground once again. The Harvest Festival also included a performance by a strongman who laid on the ground while the rear wheel of a truck was driven up on his chest. Then he put a long steel bar in his mouth, with a handkerchief wrapped around it. He stood there while several men on each side ofhim bent both ends of the bar clear to the ground. We boys were properly impressed that day. We had much to talk about when Dad picked us up that night and took us home to Hastings. My first airplane ride was on my 11 ™ birthday. I still have the souvenir ticket cer­ tifying that I made the trip on Sept. 18, 1934, at Lake Algonquin Field in a Ford Tri-Motored plane. My mother saved the ticket because she was the family historian and, like me, loved to keep remembrances. Algonquin Field at Hastings was just that: a freshly mowed field of hay. Mother, Dad, my younger brother Robert (bom in 1930) and I went out to see the new airplane being built by the Ford Motor Company. It was called a Tri-Motor, because it had three motors or engines, a bit unusual in that day. The skin or cover­ ing ofthe plane was sheets of corrugated steel, or tin, maybe an airborne “Tin Lizzy,” like Henry Ford’s Model T car. It could have been aluminum if they were using aluminum in that day. It rattled and was quite noisy, since there was no insulation between the passenger and the plane’s skin. We took off and circled the city of Hastings for a ride of about 15 minutes. Robert and I did as much looking around the inside ofthe plane as we did looking out of the small windows, for we could look at the pilot and see all the dials and gauges. It was a small plane as aircraft goes today, holding only 12 or 13 passengers, six or seven on each side. Of course, Mother and Dad also went along, and Dad talked with the pilot, Capt. Johns. As I have men­ tioned earlier, my dad, T.S.K. Reid had remained in the U.S. Air Service Reserve, and when he moved to Michigan transferred his reserve status to Selfridge Field near Mt. Clemens, and he continued to fly regularly twice a year with what now would be the Michigan Air National Guard. I remember that Dad would get dressed up in his uniform, pack his bags and take off for two weeks of training twice a year. At Selfridge Field by the late 1920s and early 1930s, they were flying all kinds of new planes: low-wing aircraft and fast fighter planes that would run rings around the old observation ships he flew during the war. Every time Dad came home, he would be all excited about some new plane they had at the field. For a long time after, we had his leather helmet and fur-lined goggles, but gradu­ ally they succumbed tq the effects of children playing with them, and are now gone, but memories of them still linger. I would put them on, climb the big trees in our “back 40” and pretend I was a plane flying the fastest air­ craft in the world, one of the reasons why I ended up in the U.S. Air Force during World War II. On April 7, 1935, Charles H. Cruso passed away at his home at 708 Reed St., Nashville, where he and Flora had lived for the previ­ ous 14 years. Charles had attained the age of 89, and had suffered quite a bit from various ailments in his last few years. With her husband’s death, a new life began for Flora. She sold her Nashville home and moved in with the our family in Hastings. This brought about a change in our household. Mom and Dad moved upstairs to the front bedroom, Robert and I bunked together in the back bedroom on the second floor and Grandma had the down­ stairs bedroom. Now Grandma Cruso was 77 years old, but still as strong as if she were 40. I was a husky 12, but Grandma could wrestle me to the floor in nothing flat. That’s what a lot of hard work will do to keep you fit and strong. To be continued... �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, February 9,2019 — Page 7 Eaton prosecutor says police shooting was legally justified N ® I®, It qf **a H. ftulatmtfe.it ?.vte Mis Ms Hui! W- S'Wa^s.tapst iStamltM MK liMKKi K tare BaWfiH lid i'ifte®131 a-. ttlWiitinlln -.-J gateraKi®^ y HBiijIaK?* t r gj ww 2 *** 1. »» ?> * i;* *” » * * •£#* »•*> •*> Taylor Owens StaffWriter The Jan. 11 incident in which a police officer shot and injured a 25-year-old Charlotte woman, who was pointing a handgun at another officer at the time, was deemed legally justified by the Eaton County prosecutor. “Based on my review of the facts and law, it is clear that Taylor Lahr presented an immediate danger of great bodily harm or death to Sgt. Paul Brentar, and possibly others,” Eaton County Prosecutor Douglas Lloyd said. “Officer Jeremy Hafner acted properly in defense of his colleague when he shot Taylor Lahr.” Lahr, who sustained two injuries in the incident, was arraigned on two charges of first-degree home invasion, assault with intent to do great bodily harm, telephone com­ munication interference and aggravated assault related to the incident in which she was shot by a Charlotte police officer, after allegedly point­ ing a gun at another officer. Lloyd reviewed the shoot­ ing of Lahr and released the findings of his investigation based on interviews with the officers, witnesses and the officer’s body and dash cam­ eras. The incident began at 4:15 p.m. Jan. 11 at 104 Fourth Street when officers were dis­ patched to the residence of Lahr’s mother, Jamie Curtis, after Curtis reported that she had been assaulted by Lahr. Curtis had a restraining order on Lahr for a previous assault, for which Lahr had been released from the Eaton County Jail on Jan. 7, police said. Lahr also is facing charges for assaulting a prison/jail employee and escape from jail during her time there in late 2018. When Sgt. Brentar arrived at the scene, Curtis had inju­ ries on her arm and said Lahr had broken into the house through the basement win­ dow. While Curtis was in the process of telling the officer that Lahr had a revolver, they heard a shot from within the house, the report said. Officers from the Charlotte <fz The Olivet varsity girls’ basketball team improved to 6-2 in the Greater Lansing Activities Conference with a 43-26 win at Maple Valley Tuesday: The Eagles got 12 points, five rebounds and three steals from Peyton Lehman in the win, which keeps them a game back of league leading Leslie. Danae Feldpausch added seven points and Ally Platzer and Regan Whitaker scored six points each for the NASHVILLE, MI - Vir­ ginia Ann (Shook) Eltzroth of Nashville passed away February 4,2019 at Thomapple Manor. Shejoins her hus­ band Gerald in Heaven after six years oflonging for him. She was also preceded in death by her parents, James and Bertha Shook and grand­ son, David Eltzroth. She is survived by her children, Jerry of Fenwick, Linda Crain of Grand Rap­ ids, Andy of Hastings, Barb (Mitch) Carpenter of Cam­ den, SC, Bill of Nashville, Lisa (Mark) Rushford of Nashville and Janice (Clift) Hastings of Charlotte. More than a dozen grand and great grandchildren. Virginia was bom June guests. The Lions are now 0-6 in the GLAC. Outside of the conference, the Maple Valley girls scored a 36-27 win over visiting Galesburg-Augusta Friday. The Lions were scheduled travel to Leslie Friday, and then have home contests against Lansing Christian Tuesday, Stockbridge Wednesday and Perry Friday in the week ahead. Rickie Duane Starkweather 3, 1938, living most of her Rickie Duane Starkweath­ Starkweather of Phoenix, young life in Sparta. She and er, son ofTheo Duane Stark­ AZ; aunts, Flora Cousins of Gerald were married on June weather and Shirley Mae Vermontville, Rachel (Jim) 8, 1956 and began life as an (Burkett) Starkweather en­ Clark of Lake Odessa, many Air Force family living in tered into eternal sleep Janu­ cousins and friends. many places throughout the ary 29, 2019. He was preceded in death U.S. before settling down in He is survived by sister, by brother, Jerry Starkweath­ Barry County in 1974. Vickie (Ronnie) Corbin of er. She loved hobby fanning, Charleston, SC; brothers, He surely will be missed. especially raising lambs and Randy and Terry (Arlene) donkeys. Her family honored her memory in a private ceremo­ ny on Friday, Feb. 8. 2019. The family would like to thank the staff- at Thomapple manor for their wonderful Barry County Extension Calendar of Events care ofmom for the past two years and thanks to Daniels 2012 Funeral home for their assis­ Feb. 11 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 tance with the final arrange­ p.m. KCC ments. Feb.12 4-H Expansion and Review Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office. All are welcome Feb.12 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Duane Paul Shipman Extension Office Feb. 15-16 4-H Vet Science Workshop, Kettunen Center VERMONTVILLE, MI Feb. 16-17 Beef, Sheep & Swine Workshop, Kettunen - Duane Paul Shipman, age Center 69, of Vermontville, passed Feb.16 Goat /Rabbit Adult and Youth Leader away Sunday, Feb. 3,2019 at “Laughter Lightens the Load” Workshop, his home. 9 a.m., Expo Center Duane was bom October Feb. 21 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center 20, 1949, in Hastings, the Feb. 21 Dog Project Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Emmanuel son ofPaul Eli and R. Louise Episcopal Church in Hastings. (Dow) Shipman. After grad­ uating high school, Duane started his career at GenerNOTICE TO ALL INDIVIDUALS al Motors while attending MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Police Department, Michigan State Police and Eaton County Sheriff’s Office soon arrived and surrounded the house. Over the next halfhour, the officers saw movement inside the house, and neighbors were evacuated from their homes. Lahr briefly stepped out of the front door at 4:56 p.m., and, when Brentar called out for Lahr to show her hands, she went back inside. Three minutes later, the car in the driveway was remotely unlocked and started. Lahr stepped out and walked toward the car, while pointing her gun in Brentar’s location, college. After two years, he officers said. Brentar and enlisted in the U.S. Marine Hafner both shouted for Lahr Corps, serving four years, and Kaitlyn; and his brother, to show her hands, but she partly as a member of the Mark (Kim) Shipman. He was predeceased by his did not comply. Hafner fired Marine fast-pitch softball six rounds at Lahr until she team. Upon his return, he parents; and his siblings, Lin­ fell onto the front lawn. She soon met the love ofhis life, da Burt and Gary Shipman. Friends are encouraged was struck once in the back Donna Lee Turpin. The two ofher right shoulder and once married on September 18, to support Duane’s family in her upper leg. 1976 and settled into family at visitation and funeral ser­ vices. A funeral mass was Immediately afterward, life, raising three children. officers gave life-saving care Duane retired from GM in celebrated Friday, Feb.8, to Lahr until EMS personnel 2002, after 35 years of ser- 2019 at St. Mary Catholic arrived. ied. vice. In his retirement, he Church in Charlotte with The image quality from shared his lifetime love of Rev. Fr. Dwight Ezop offici­ police body cameras was too hunting, fishing and sports ating. Ifdesired, the family sug­ poor to see the gun in Lahr’s with his family and friends, hand, but her hand was clear-- especially his four grandchil- gests memorial contributions to the American Heart Asso­ ly pointed in Brentar’s direc- dren. tion, and the gun was seen on Duane Duane is is survived survived by by his his ciation or VFW Post 2406. body camera footage on the wife of 42 years, Donna Friends and family are en­ lawn next to Lahr immediate­ Shipman; daughter, Heather couraged to share memories ly after the shooting. (Jaime) Rittenhouse; sons, ofDuane on his Tribute Page Brentar said he saw Lahr Daniel Shipman and Stephen at www.PrayFuneral.com. The family is in the care point the gun at him. Shipman; grandchildren, Lahr remains in the Eaton Cameron, Tyler, Matthew, ofPray Funeral Home, Char­ lotte. County Jail pending a probable cause conference on Feb. For Sale Business Services 11, and a preliminary exam­ ination Feb. 15. 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USING THE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP RECYCLING CENTER The Sunfield Township Board is aware that many individuals from surrounding communities are using the recycling facility. The center does not produce the revenue needed for normal operation. To be fair to Township taxpayers, effective Saturday, March 2, 2019, ONLY Sunfield Township residents or property owners will be allowed to use the Recycling Center with no fee. Please be prepared to prove Township residency, with your name and/or address. Non-residents will be charged a $10.00 fee per visit, payable in cash only. (Exact change is required.) Thank you for your cooperation. Also, due to public comment the hours of operation will changed to Wednesday’s from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday’s from 9 a.m. to noon. The Sunfield Township Board Benefits and Tax Fair Welcome Veterans of all eras, friends and family! �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, February 9,2019 Lions among top scholars on the gridiron Maple Valley’s David Hosack-Frizzell nears a pin of Saranac’s Rally Shade in the third period of their 189-pound match Wednesday at the Division 4 Team District Tournament hosted by the Lions. (Photo by Brett Bremer) DISTRICT, continued from page 1 foes before scoring pins. Raymond had a 10-2 lead on Darius Morgan in the 160pound match before he got him where he wanted him with 1:13 left on the clock. Hosack-Frizzell had a 10-4 lead before pinning Rally Shade with about a minute to go in their 189-pound bout. Martin gave up the initial take down in his match with Saranac’s Drew Ward at 215 pounds, but rallied for an escape and take down of his own in that opening period. Martin quickly got off the serve cake and punch, bottom in the second period all patrons who attend to pin Ward. “I was pretty tired going receive a coupon for a DVD rental. iinto the second period,” Martin said. “The kid had a 20ish-pound weight differ- Maple Valley senior Austin Zank (left) and Gavin Booher display their Michigan High School Football Coaches Association Academic All-State honorable mention certificates. The duo are the only two varsity football players from the Greater Lansing Activities Conference to be honored in such a way this school year. In order to be nominated the player had to have at least a 3.5 GPA and 1200 SAT score. Zank is planning on playing football next year at Trine University while majoring in civil engineering. Booher is planning on attending Ferris State University while majoring in the medical field. Vermontville Library turns 70 Patrons can celebrate the 70th birthday of the Vermontville Township Library from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Feb. 14. 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It was difficult mak­ ing progress because we had kids come in two weeks after practice started, three weeks after practice started and have to go back to the basics,” Martin said. “Going back to the basics was huge for me though, just solidify­ ing everything I had learned the last three years really paid off.” Josiah Hawkins, Dillon Jorgensen, Matthew Slaght, Cohen Raymond and Aaron Breton all scored forfeit wins for the Lions. Heavyweight Mason Potter had his arm raised to earn Saranac its six points. Olivet holds on to GLAC lead by besting Lions The Maple Valley varsity also added five steals and boys’ basketball team fell three assists. 80-53 at Olivet Tuesday in Olivet also got 11 points Greater Lansing Activities from Kaden Smith, and nine Conference action. points and five assists from The Eagles keep hold of Cam Maurer. Payton Fleming the GLAC lead with a 7-1 chipped in eight points and record thanks to the victory. Dylan Redfield seven and They sit a tick ahead of 6-2 five rebounds. Perry and 5-2 Leslie teams Carson Hasselback had 21 that also won Tuesday points to lead the Lions. He evening. scored his team’s only six Colton Graves was 10-of- points in the opening quarter 14 from the floor and led the as the Eagles built a 25-6 Eagles with 26 points in the advantage early on. Gavin win. He hit 6-of-7 threes and Booher added 17 points The Lions scored a 47-33 non-conference win over Galesburg-Augusta last Friday. Maple Valley led just 12-7 at the half, and eventually pulled away with a 20-11 surge in the fourth quarter. Hasselback had 15 points and Booher added 12. Maple Valley was scheduled to visit Leslie last night. The Lions go to Lansing C hri stwt Tuesday and then host Feb. 15. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-02-16.pdf 509303b087ef7ae7e01ae33b575b8579 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALEEY news& Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 7, February 16, 2019 A local paper oftoday! Terpening named Festival Queen Josey Terpening was crowned the 2019 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen, and Austynn Fears named runner-up at the Congregational Church Tuesday. “It’s an honor just to have this opportunity,” Terpening said. “I wouldn’t be here without this town.” The two candidates were graded on their applications, essays, conversations with judges during dinner and an interview in which they were quizzed on maple syrup. This year’s judges were 2005 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen Dhani TobiasBerg, Pennie Lake of The County Journal and Taylor Owens of J-Ad Graphics. Both court members are juniors at Maple Valley High School, and live in Vermontville.* Both also competed in the Little Miss Maple Syrup Princess Pageant as children. Fears said she enjoys read­ ing and competitive cheer. She would like to pursue a career in interior design after graduating. “I’m very proud to be on at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 21, in the Congregational Church. Visitors should bring a dish to pass. “Its an honor just to have this opportunity. I wouldn’t be here without this town.” Josey Terpening, 2019 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen the court with such a won­ derful queen,” Fears said. Terpening is the president of the Maple Valley FFA, shows horses with the Vermontville Junior Farmers 4-H club, dances at Step N’ Time, is a member of the school robotics club and vol­ unteers at the Congregational Church. She plans to enter the medical field after graduat­ ing, and is considering nurs­ ing or becoming an emergen­ 2018 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen Alaura cy medical technician. Reist (right) crowns 2019 Queen Josey Terpening. The annual Sugaring-Off with the court will take place (Photo by Taylor Owens) Josey Terpening (right) was named the 2019 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen Tuesday, and Austynn Fears was runner-up. (Photo by Taylor Owens) School raises substitute teacher pay Taylor Owens StaffWriter The Maple Valley Schools Board of Education voted to raise the pay of substitute teachers from $80 to $105 per day during a meeting Monday. The raise will bring the school in line with other Eaton County school dis­ tricts, which also are moving to $105 per day. Finance Director Darryl Sydloski estimated that the raise would cost the district $27,000 per year, but that number does not take into account the potential cutting back on paying staff for working substitute hours. When the school is unable to schedule a substitute for the day, it must pay teachers to work their conference hours, which costs the district $175 per day. “We’ve been talking about this for months,” board vice president Andrea Montgomery said. “It’s where we have to go to stay competitive.” The wages for permanent substitute teachers on staff will be negotiated along with the rest of the teachers. New board member Justin Keiffer abstained from the vote, since his wife is a sub­ stitute teacher. Board mem­ ber Tim Burd was absent. In other business, Transportation Director Pat Powers has been performing a demographic study of how students get to school so he can build an alternate bus route for bad weather days. Some days, school has had to be cancelled solely due to snow and ice on dirt roads. But, if the school can set up bus stops at strategic points for students who live on those roads to travel to, buses could navigate those roads as little as possible, and school could be in session more often. As of Monday, the school had to make up two can­ celled days, but two more school days had to be can­ celled this week. Superintendent Katherine Bertolini said the school has been unable to schedule make-up days because the bad weather has continued and more school days have been cancelled. “We’re exhausting our­ selves trying to reschedule,” Bertolini said. Elementary reading assessments, homecoming, parent-teacher conferences and more have been resched­ uled due to the snowstorms. “It’s been a tremendous effort on the part of all of our folks,” she said. In other action, the board accepted the resignation of high school science teacher Lance Beasley, who has accepted a position at Waverly Community Justin Keiffer attends his first Board of Education Schools. meeting as a member Monday. The board also voted to approve a $2,500 stipend to March 15,2019. Powers was named staff of all teachers who notify the Ken Frith was given the the month for his work check district that they will be leav­ Lion Pride Award for helping of the roads on the mornings ing their position for the to maintain the school saw­ of every snowstorm. 2019-20 school year by mill equipment, and Pat Vermontville expands community center rentals Taylor Owens StaffWriter The Vermontville Village Council will extend the resi­ dential benefits of renting its community center to Vermontville Township. The council voted unani­ mously to expand the com­ munity center residential rental cost of $75 from resi­ dentsjjf the village to resi­ dents and business owners in the village and Vermontville Township. “I guess I really don’t care if they’re from the village or the township,” council President Jason Sheridan said. “The first thing we want is to see the Community Center used.” The cost of rental for non-residents and business owners will be $150. But the center is free for events that benefit the community. During public comment, Paul Racine said he has been hosting state Department of Natural Resources classes in the American Legion Hall above the village offices, and asked ifhe could move to the community center free of cost because the classes pro­ vide a service to the commu­ nity. Racine said it was becom­ ing difficult to haul the equipment he needs for classes up and down the stairs at the American Legion Hall. Sheridan said the class­ es are an example of a bene- fit to the community, and should not require a rental fee. The council also autho­ rized Department of Public Works Supervisor Chris Rumsey to sell all but four of the former Vermontville United Methodist Church pews in the community cen­ ter for no less than $100 each, or take them to an auc­ tioneer if he is unable to sell See RENTALS, page 2 In This Issue Counties face lawsuit over foreclosure sales Lions perform well despite tough wrestling regional task Lions cheerleaders close with a couple of their best scores Free youth basketball clinic begins soon �Page 2—Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, February 16,2019 Counties face lawsuit over foreclosure sales 15 years, they did it to the Rebecca Pierce detriment oftheir neighbors. Editor Nearly all counties in “The constitution Michigan are being sued prohibits the taking of over current foreclosure private property. They practices that allow the coun­ (the counties) had to ties to keep any profits from know the constitution sales. Barry County was served doesn’t allow that law Monday, Feb. 4, with the to be in place, but lawsuit, Treasurer Susan because they make VandeCar said. a lot of money over Deputy County the last 10 to 15 years, Administrator Luella they did it to the Dennison said the suit has detriment of their been forwarded to the neighbors.” Michigan Municipal Risk Philip Ellison, attorney Management Authority, which will assign legal rep­ resentation on the county’s “These are county treasur­ behalf. Eighty counties, including ers who are doing this to Barry and Eaton, are facing their citizens,” Ellison added. suit over the foreclosure pro­ “They are supposed to be cess which, under state law, serving. That’s the part that allows county treasurers to troubles me the most.” VandeCar said she had no pocket the full sale price even if it exceeds the amount comment on the lawsuit. But Eaton County of the debt owed - when it Treasurer Bob Robinson, sells foreclosed real estate. Michigan Information and who is the secretary of the Research Service Inc. report­ Michigan Association of ed that Hemlock attorney County Treasurers, disputed Philip Ellison filed nine sep­ Ellison’s claims in a letter he arate lawsuits - each repre­ shared with the Maple Valley senting multiple counties in News staff. “Most county treasurers specific geographic areas. The suit is asking the court to go far beyond their legal rule as unconstitutional a duty to notify taxpayers state law allowing counties about an outstanding tax bill to pocket proceeds above and offer solutions to prevent taxes owed from the sale of tax foreclosure,” Robinson foreclosed homes and prop­ wrote. “In Eaton County, we erties. have met with hundreds of “The constitution prohib­ taxpayers to discuss payment its the taking ofprivate prop­ alternatives, referred dozens erty,” Ellison told MIRS rep­ of families to outside fore­ resentatives. “They had* to closure prevention agencies, know the constitution doesn’t and worked with local non­ allow that law to be in place, profits to make financial lit­ but because they make a lot eracy available to folks hav­ of money over the last 10 to ing hard times. “More than two dozen additional measures are taken over two years to help people avoid tax foreclosure. We make these efforts because it is the responsible thing to do, and keeps fami­ lies and small business own­ ers in their properties. By avoiding foreclosure and successfully collecting delin­ quent property taxes, we pro­ tect the majority oftaxpayers who pay their taxes on time. In Eaton County, that is 96.5 percent of property owners. Ofthe remaining 35 percent, many are slumlords or outof-state investors who work in the risky business of sub­ standard real estate. In the lawsuit Ellison filed in Tuscola County against six counties, the plaintiff, Delores Proctor owed $6,800 in past-due tax plus interest, fees and penalties on her Kingston property. The real estate had an estimated fair market value of $408,800, the suit alleges. Tuscola County took pos­ session of the property and sold it for $104,000 - keep­ ing the $97,200 difference between the sale price and delinquent tax owed, the suit claims. “Some counties have, unfortunately, treated this as an alternative revenue stream to supplement their budgets,” Ellison said. MIRS interviewed John Gleason, a former state sena­ tor and current Genesee County clerk/register of deeds, who said he sides with the homeowners, maintain­ ing that they should “get some financial benefit” from proceeds the county receives when it sells a foreclosed home or property - but only after the county has recouped the original debt, plus admin­ istrative costs. “When property sells for more than taxes due, the funds are used to ensure that on-time taxpayers do not pay the costs of tax delinquent and tax-foreclosed properties.” Bob Robinson, Eaton County Treasurer “The government shouldn’t prosper off some­ one’s bad luck,” Gleason said. Robinson pointed out that there are “bad actors who intentionally evade paying property taxes and use coun­ ty government like a free real estate lender. As a steward of taxpayer dollars, I will hold these bad actors accountable. Eaton County’s AA credit rating depends on it. When property owners skip out- on their taxes it means less money for local business, area schools, 911 services, law enforcement, and local roads.” In Berrien County, offi­ cials say the county loses money on three out of four foreclosures. They said the county uses the money col­ lected from the annual land auction of foreclosed proper­ ties to demolish blighted structures in the area. “Foreclosure is a tragedy. I hate foreclosing properties,” Robinson said. “However, under the law and on my watch, we will not socialize the losses on tax-foreclosed properties by making good taxpayers pay for bad tax debts.” “The government shouldn’t prosper off someone’s bad luck." John Gleason, Genesee County clerk/ register of deeds Other county treasurers contacted by MIRS said they work with homeowners in their areas to offer alterna­ tives, such as a payment plan, to address delinquent taxes. They deny that coun­ ties profit from foreclosure sales. State law requires treasur­ ers to sell foreclosed proper­ ties at auction Robinson said, noting that auction proceeds have not “padded” Eaton County’s General Fund. The money goes to a Foreclosure Stabilization Fund to pay back taxes, demolish blighted buildings, cleanup trashy property, mow yards, maintain land­ scape, safeguard the public from environmental hazards, and cover legal expenses. “Because we often deal with abandoned, blighted, and challenged properties, we lose money when they sell for less than taxes owed,” Robinson pointed out. “When property sells for more than taxes due, the funds are used to ensure that on-time taxpayers do not pay the costs of tax delinquent and tax-foreclosed proper­ ties. “Therefore, auction reve­ nue from high-value proper­ ties pays for public losses on low-value properties. Paying positive auction revenue to the previous owners of fore­ closed property, as suggested by a recent class-action law­ suit filed on Michigan’s county treasurers, would reward bad behavior by forc­ ing your county treasurer to act as an unpaid and unli­ censed realtor for people who have not paid their taxes. “That is not the role of county government and it is unfair to everyone who pays their taxes on time.” In his statement, Robinson said that “the purpose of Michigan’s foreclosure law is to return tax-reverted prop­ erties to productive use so they do not damage neigh­ borhoods br surrounding property values. County Treasurers across the state understand the limitations of the law. That is why the Michigan Association of County Treasurers is a lead­ ing voice in reform. While we must legally foreclose on all past due taxes after 24 months, we do not foreclose people’s homes and. busi­ nesses for trivial.; amounts like $10, $50, or $100. 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Rumsey is hoping to use the grant money, and potentially money from other grants, to reconstruct East, West and North Main Streets. “It ain’t going to be five years down the road and you’re going to be replacing those streets, no matter what,” Rumsey said. — The council voted to accept the water and sewer committee’s recommenda­ tion to waive $115 in unpaid bills from inactive water accounts. Council member Ira Flowers said the accounts have been inactive for as much as five years. “We were spending more on stamps and envelopes than we were going to collect,” Flowers said. - Charlie Viele, who recently turned 93, was absent on medical leave, and the council discussed poten­ tial ways they could recog­ nize his many years of ser­ vice on the village council. Village Clerk Kathy Joppie found records of the village council dating back to 1952, and said Viele has been on the council all but one fouryear term since then. Becky Austin asked if Viele could be nominated to be the Vermontville Maple Grand Syrup Festival Marshal, and MaryAnn Hayes of the Vermontville Syrup Corporation said she would look through the records to see if he has already been a Grand Marshal. — No letters of intent have been submitted for the seat left open from the resignation of Diana Greenawald in November 2018. U 5* to to^’ «5 j’w :-i? it?tai5?^ Wik® J 25 Si MS ■> 1 & tWHil ■■MiS •»M a®m' NEWS BRIEFS Weather forces rescheduling of many events My Favorite Book: Matthew Powers For “March is Reading characters and events in the Month” the Maple Valley story. It is a considered a News was going to publish a classic story and I never special weekly column on would have read it on my reading. The plan was to fea- own. I genuinely enjoyed ture a different teacher, who reading it, which is unique would write about a book because it is not a typical that was important to them in book for a fifth grader — school. But after asking if especially for me. I did not any teachers would be inter- read much — in or out of ested, there turned out to be school. far more than we could fea­ After reading the book, we ture in a single month. Like watched the movie. It was last year’s “Teacher Feature,” then I finally understood the “My Favorite Book” will be comparison that the book is a way for the community to always better than the movie. learn more about its teachers From that time on, I have and education staff over the held a dislike for movies next few weeks. because the movie that I cre­ This week, here’s a favor­ ated in my brain from read­ tains many youth and origi­ ite book for fourth grade ing was significantly better. I nal editions of classics titles. teacher Matthew Powers: also started reading novels My library at home contains and classics and appreciating a variety of books with clas­ In the fifth grade I read them for the great works they sic and well-known authors. The Secret Garden by are. Possibly, The Secret Garden Frances Hodgson Burnett. That moment in my life planted a seed for my love of We read it in class and had has had a lasting impression. gardening. I took the Master wonderful dialogue about My classroom library con- Gardener course through the JTOi Homecoming rescheduled Winter homecoming has been rescheduled to Thursday, Feb. 21. The court will be presented and the king and queen will be crowned during half-time of the boys’ varsity game, which will begin at 7 p.m. Vermontville library celebrating 70 years The Vermontville Township Library will be celebrating its 70th birthday on its rescheduled date, from 1 to 6 p.m. Tuesday Feb. 19. Visitors can enjoy cake and punch and get a coupon for a free DVD rental. Putnam hosting game day Putnam District Library in Nashville will host family fun with board games from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 23. The event will include a variety of family friendly games for all ages. Conferences to be rescheduled Parent teacher conferences for Feb. 13 and 14, were postponed due to inclement weather. A new date has not yet been announced. Nashville Village Council cancels meeting The first regular meeting of the month for the Nashville Village Council was cancelled Thursday afternoon before the meeting due to a lack of quorum. The next meeting will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28. Local students named to SVSU Maple Valley News J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com • Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & Hank Schuuring» cfo honor lists More than 2,000 students from Saginaw Valley State University earned a spot on the fall 2018 semester deans’ list. To be eligible, a student must take at least 12 credit hours and carry a semester grade point average of 3.4 or better. 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Tuesday, March 12th, 9:00am to 3:00pm = Appeal Hearing. The Board ofReview will meet as many more days as deemed necessary to hear questions, protests, and to equalize the 2019 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 ofreal property and personal property for 2019 are as follows: RATIO MULTIPLIER 50.00 % 1.00 Agricultural......... 1.00 Commercial........ 50.00 % 1.00 Residential.......... 50.00 % 50.00 % 1.00 Industrial............. 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 ofReview meetings upon three (3) days’ notice. Contact Jack Owens, 7540 Vermontville Hwy. Vermontville MI Telephone No. 517.403.4486 113139, �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, February 16, 2019 Lions perform well despite tough regional task Maple Valley’s Anthony Raymond (front) tries to switch spots with Hart’s Thomas The Lions’ Matthew Slaght fights to try and turn Hart’s Noah Bosley onto his back Tanner during the third period of their 160-pound match Wednesday during the during the second period of their 112-pound match Wednesday at the Division 4 Team Division 4 Team Regional Semifinal at Maple Valley High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Regional tournament hosted by the Lions. (Photo by Brett Bremer) just awesome.” Brett Bremer Carson City-Crystal, Sports Editor Thinking about the future ranked fourth in the state in of the Maple Valley varsity Division 4, won the regional wrestling program put a championship at Maple smile on the face of coach Valley High School Tony Wawiemia, even after a Wednesday - earning a spot tough loss Wednesday in the in next weekend’s state quar­ Division 4 Team Regional terfinals in Kalamazoo. Carson City-Crystal beat Semifinals. With just one senior in the Martin/Climax-Scotts 60-18 line-up this winter, in its regional semifinal, and 189-pounder Nick Martin, then won its battle with Hart the Lions won a district 59-18 in the regional final. The Lions, able to fill just championship and showed some decent fight in a 65-9 eight weight classes loss to Hart, a team ranked Wednesday, didn’t have the sixth in the state in Division firepower to keep up with the 4. full Hart line-up. “For a lot of them, this is The Lions got a win from their last match (of the sea­ Matthew Slaght at 103 son),” Wawiemia said. “We pounds. He bested Noah told them before tonight, go Bosley 6-1 in their match. out and have fun. It’s your Two weight classes later, last match. You’ve got noth­ Jesse Brumm pinned Hart’s ing to lose. They all did Chance Alvesteffer midway tonight. We are just super through the second period of proud of them. We have a their 119-pound match. good group ofkids, and their Those were the Lions’ two determination tonight was victories on the night. MLWays to Fite Your Taxes for FREEBarry County Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) With a household annual income of less than $60,000 Our certified volunteer tax preparers are trusted experts who will file your taxes for FREEI FREE E-filing and Direct Deposit means refunds in as little as 7-10 days. Maple Valley senior Nick Martin (right) works to stay in control of Hart’s Alex Holladay during the second period of their 189-pound match at Maple Valley High School Wednesday. (Photo by BrettBremer) Wawiemia saw a lot to like even in defeats. David Hosack-Frizzell, wrestling up at 171 pounds, fell bu a single point, 5-4, to Hart’s Leo Guadarrama to open the regional semifinal. Martin battled through an injured elbow in his 189-pound match with Hart’s Alex Holladay. Konnor Visger battled his way out of a cra­ dle a couple of times against Hart’s Robbie Altland in the 125-pound match before ulti­ mately falling 15-0. When Hart didn’t have a 145-pound wrestler at last weekend’s individual district tournament, Lion Dillon Jorgensen volunteered to wrestle at 152 pounds just to their weight class. Martin and Brumm both placed third. Martin pinned Bloomingdale in the conso­ lation semifinals at 189 pounds and then pinned Bangor’s Marco Ruiz in the match for third. Brumm was bested 6-3 by Kent City’s Jayden Williams in the semifinals at 119 pounds, just his second'loss of the season. He bounced back to pin Hesperia’s Conor Baird in the consolation semifinals and then earned a 13-4 major decision over Hint’s Chance Alvesteffer in the match for third. Dillon Jorgensen, Anthony Raymond, David HosackFrizzell and Aaron Breton all reached the blood refund । of the district tournament} the consolation semifinals, before falling out ofthe indi­ vidual state tournament. The top four from each weight class last weekend in Ravenna are wrestling today (Feb. 16) at the Division 4 Individual Regional Tournament hosted by New Lothrup. get a match in at the regional semifinal. He didn’t have to do that. Hart threw 145-pounder Jayden Vanderzwaag out at him Wednesday. “(Jorgensen) wanted to bump up to 152 just because he wanted another match,” Wawiemia said. “I admire that. The kid wants to bump up and wants to wrestle. We were just super happy with our kids tonight. None of them gave up. We’ve got a good nucleus for the team next year. We’re happy. It’s on to regionals now. We’ll see if we can get a few of them through.” Slaght, Brumm and Martin have more individual wres­ tling ahead ofthem thanks to their top four finishes at Saturday’s Division 4 Individual Regional Tournament in Ravenna. Slaght had the Lions’ top finish, placing second at 103 pounds. He pinned Kent City’s Clark Oxford and Ravenna’s Nicholas Scofield, before falling 4-2 to Hesperia’s Aydan Roesley in the championship match at VERMONTVILLE Little Miss Maple Syrup Pageant Sign up at the Opera House Wednesday, February 20th 5:30 to 6:30 p.tn. Girls ages 6-10 • Fee $10 Any questions call: 517-667-8291 To schedule ann appointment, * please Help Starts, myfree taxes.com Now Scheduling Appointments MAPLEWVALLEY Accounting and Tax, LLC We Specialize in: • Individual Taxes • Farm Taxe • Small Business Taxes • Bookkeeping DAYTIME APPOINTMENTS Friday FISH FRY Home Cookin’ /Jacks Judy's \ Country Kettle Cafe Perch, Cod, Shrimp or Catfish... All come with one trip to Soup & Salad Bar for one price. Breakfast Nite STUFFED FRENCH TOAST Wednesday MEXICAN NITE 113 N. 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The Vikings scored a 233.60 in round one, a 221.72 in round two and a 306.30 in round three. “The girls had a very good performance for league finals,” Lakewood head coach Kim Martin said. Maple Valley had a very good performance as well. Maple Valley scored a 189.70 in round one, a 160.30 in round two and a 252.20 in round three. The Lions had the day’s third best score in rounds two and three. The Lions’ total was one of three times they’ve been better than 600 points on the season, and they met that mark a fourth time when they returned to the mat Saturday at Webberville’s Sweetheart Invitational. Maple Valley was third among six Division 4 teams at the meet. St. Charles was tops with a total score of 709.04. Webberville was second with 663.64 points, followed by Maple Valley 601.78, Morenci 555.50, Springport 546.30 and Dansville 385.82. The Lions scored a 192.10 in round one, a 164.58 in round two and a 245.10 in round three. Their round one score matched their second best score in that round this season. A group of six Division 2 and 3 teams competed on the day as well. Fowlerville led the D2 teams with a total score of 688.42. Portland was the top D3 team, and the top team overall, with an overall score of 730.68. Maple Valley was sched­ uled to go to Gobles last night for its Division 4 District Tournament. J«w s ktitalj* * Mei • *i tMj^2^ ^2^ ^^ ?J» ,k '•Rile tv»,JAkaa ^ J-1 '’^“Ptaas **> toQajllte; iiferf itsififc Mfohwjj. fota Info. Mb fow ftaWtafc tat .wk it ten: foil ittaMum) u I tidAi rail s»l a nUitintt in Ik tp for to a tiff idiiiskudts!: {ia tewsfe®! iJeJ ftlflliklW k-tn' IlfcW HijilSlI feiaiW^ foa M4 Shooting struggles limit Lions’ chances at Leslie Brett Bremer 12. Sports Editor Ashlyn Wilkes had 12 Leslie knocked off the vis­ points and five rebounds for iting Maple Valley varsity the Lions. Megan Valiquette girls’ basketball team 52-31 chipped in seven points and in Greater Lansing Activities Trista Medina and Breanna Conference action Friday Seavolt had four points (Feb. 8). apiece. The Lions were within “For us to continue to have nine points at the half, but the success, we have tQ shoot the Blackhawks held them to just ball better than what we are,” 13 points in the final two coach Wilkes said. quarters combined. The Lions shot just 27 per­ “I believe we’re compet­ cent from the floor. Senior ing in a lot of the games,” guard Britani Shilton had a Maple Valley head coach rough night, going 0-of-10 > Landon bWilkes said. “Our herself. 'youth sometimes gets us, “We’re on a big kick right across the board. All this now, of effort and then exe­ time off has helped us, but cution. You can work as hard also helped us. It helped us as you want and hustle and by getting some kids healthy do all those things, but at again. It has hurt us with con­ some point you have to exe­ tinuity of play and practic­ cute,” coach Wilkes said. ing, and all the little things “We have to do a better job that go along with basket­ of executing across the board ball.” with everything. We have to Madison Montgomery led be able to execute whether its the Blackhawks with 17 in a zone or its in man, points. Tommi Fedewa added offense or defense, it doesn’t matter. We just have to learn to execute better than what we have.” It had been a week since the Lions scored a 61-40 win over Galesburg-Augusta, with Ashlyn leading the way with 13 points. Shilton had seven points in that win, with JiTiann Moore and Ryleigh Courier adding five points each. Wilkes liked, how-his girls didn’t back down to the Rams’ physicality, and were able to just relax and play after having four days without a game or practice. All the time off remains the upcoming schedule pretty full. The Lions were scheduled to host Perry last night (Feb. 15). They will be at Stockbridge Tuesday, host Lansing Christian Thursday and then visit Potterville Friday (Feb. 22). ducting during 2019 was recently published. While they are listed on the DNR website and the Eaton County website, I wanted to take this opportunity to pass them along to you in my weekly update article. • ORV Safety - Monday and Tuesday, April 15 and 16, from 6-9 p.m. • Boating Safety - Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, May 13,14 and 16, from 6-9 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, June 10, 11, and 13, from 6-9 p.m. • Hunter Safety - Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, July 8-10, from 6-9:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, August 5, 6 and 8, from 6-9:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, Sept. Leslie pulls away from Lion boys in second half Leslie knocked off the visiting Maple Valley varsity boys’ basketball team 75-57 Friday (Feb. 8) in Greater Lansi nsing Activities Conference -action. A 26-13 run by the Blackhawks put the home tteam ahead by double figures heading into the fourth quarter. Leslie led just 30-29 at the half. Leslie had six different guys score in that third quar­ ter surge, led by six points from Anthony Smieska. Smieska finished the night with 12 points .Ayden Rutan added 14 points. Nathan Beachy finished with 11 points. Carson Hasselback had a game-high 24 points to lead the Lions and added six 4P0re Lmbi.u Bma g DOOR#/ BUSTERS 9, 10 and 12, from 6-9:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, Sept. 23, 24, and 26, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, Oct. 7, 8, and 10, from 6-9:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, Nov. 4-6, from 6-9:30 p.m. • Snowmobile Safety Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 2 and 3,6-9 pm. Please note: Classes are open to all ages and registra­ tion is open now. To register please call Pat Barnes at 517­ 543-5257, or email him at pbarnes@eatoncounty.org. When registerin g, he will need the person’s full name and date of birth. Yours in Public Safety, SheriffTom Reich 12-In. Combo Circular Saw Blade Pack Grade Wood Fuel Pellets 100% wood, low ash. s59" ’ 3/8-IN. VSR Drill with Keyless Chuck All-metal chuck offers greater durability. 7 amp motor, 0-2,500 RPM. Built-in two-way level for accurate drilling. 0972042 Sharpshooter® Hammer Tacker Includes 12” 32-tooth and 12” 80-tooth circular saw blades. 2484350 $*1499 rebounds. Gavin Booher had 20 points. The Lions were scheduled to host Perry last night and will head to Lansing Christian for a bailgame this afternoon (Feb. 16) at 3:30. The Lions return to action Tuesday at home against Stockbridge and then will host Lapsing Christian Thursday. ।,.; -M EaSyHMt Quantities are limited. While supplies last. NEWS FROM THE EATON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE In the past week the Eaton County Deputies have responded to 40 alarms, 7 car accidents, 40 citizen assists, 30 well being checks, 10 domestic disputes, 11 shop­ lifting complaints, three drug offenses, 16 larcenies, nine operating while impaired incidents, 11 personal injury crashes, 70 property damage crashes, 33 suspicious situa­ tions, 67 traffic hazards, 110 traffic stops, nine traffic vio­ lations and 11 vacation checks. Overall deputies respond­ ed to 783 calls for service and events. Recreational Safety Classes - The schedule of all the free recreational safety classes the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office will be con- The Maple Valley varsity competitive cheer team is happy about a third-place finish Thursday (Feb. 7) at the Greater Lansing Activities Conference jamboree hosted by Stockbridge. Contractor quality. Full rubber grip to absorb shock and protect hands. Loads two full sticks of staples. Heavy duty steel construction. 6112205 «16" $24" Georgian Satin Nickel Passage Latchset Georgian Satin Nickel Privacy Lockset Georgian Satin Nickel Entry Lockset 1985001 5937883 9654443 fHOMETOW l 219 S. State LUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m > | WS4 I BuyNeorby �Page 6 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, February 16,2019 COA MENU & EVENTS Linda Mae Clarke KALAMO TWP., MI Linda Mae (Stadel) Clarke, age 78, ofKalamo Township passed away peacefully on Monday, Feb. 11,2019 at her home. Linda was bom in Char­ lotte, on February 5, 1941, the daughter of the late DeVere and Thelma (Barlond) Stadel. She was raised in the Bellevue area and attended local schools graduating in 1959. She was the wife of Dean Clarke. The couple was mar­ ried in Charlotte on April 22, 1961. They began their lives together on a small family farm in the Eaton Rapids area. Early in their relationship, Linda worked as a switchboard operator for Michigan Bell Telephone Company, but when her family began to grow, she focused all her attention on caring for her children and her home. After a short time at the Eaton Rapids farm, the couple purchased a farm in the Bellevue area where they raised their family together. Linda always wanted a large family, and took great pride in tending to her home, and her families needs. Each year she would spend time in the kitchen canning fresh food for her family to eat Bryan Gene Faurot Bryan Gene Faurot, a man throughout the year. full of love for the outdoors, In her spare time Linda enjoyed Sudoku puzzles, died Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019, crossword puzzles, and word at his home, surrounded by searches. Linda loved ani- family. Bryan, age 60, was bom mals, and named each animal on the couples farm. She had October 9,1958, in Marshall, a special affinity for cats, the son of Max Leroy and and rescued every stray cat Frances Helen (Courtright) should could. Faurot. Bryan graduated Linda is survived by her from Olivet High School in beloved husband Dean, and 1976 before joining the U.S. six children, Scott Clarke, Marine Corps, serving four Kevin (Susan) Clarke, Brad years. He married his sweet(Tiffany) Clarke, Brian (Ni-heart, Patricia Vlahakis on cole) Clarke, Deanna (Roger) July 30, 1977, and the two Ladd, Brent (Kara) Clarke; settled into family life. He as a machinist at her brother, Norman (Mary)) worked w Stadel; 20 grandchildren, and Airway from 1978-1991, fol­ eight great grandchildren. lowed by nine years at Auto She was preceded in death Cam until his retirement. Those who knew Bryan by her sister, Ruth Walker.. Funeral services were held recognized his deep love and at Nashville Baptist Church, pride for his family. He was Nashville, on Thursday, Feb. a friendly, lovable and outgo14, 2019, with Lester DeG-ing personality who shared root officiating. his kindness with all. He was Interment followed the a great conversationalist, and luncheon at Hillside Ceme-was able to pull life stories tery in Kalamo. from those he talked with. In lieu offlowers memori- He shared his enthusiasm al contributions can be made for fishing, hunting, campto the American Cancer Soci- ing, and love of sports with ety, or the Humane Society. everyone he came in contact Funeral arrangements have with. Bryan could be seen in the been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. stands for countless sporting For further details please vis-events for friends and family it our website at www.dan- alike throughout the years. ielsfuneralhome.net Bryan is survived by his wife, Patricia; son, Bryan «S (Melissa) Faurot II; daughter, Vanessa (Melvin) Fenner; ■A/ grandchildren, Caden and Lilly Faurot, Zyra and Lar- Wque Antiques f Antufues, Collectibles, Oddities oinfy (^ynfjcb (Sp/iing, (Sole kin Fenner; siblings, Deborah (Joe) Mulvany, Kim (Dwayne) Carroll, Kelly (Greg) Alberda, and Robert (Melissa) Faurot; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Linda Purucker; his parents; and his nephew, Jon Max. Friends are encouraged to support Bryan’s family at visitation and memorial ser­ vices. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 23, 2019, at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte with Pastor Don Roscoe of­ ficiating. Visitation will be from noon to 2 p.m. on Satur­ day, just prior to the service. If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to Heartland Hospice. Friends and family are encouraged to share memories ofBryan on his Tribute Page at www.PrayFuneral.com. The family is in the care ofPray Funeral Home, Char­ lotte. Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Feb. 18 President’s Day. All sites closed. No meal delivery. Tuesday, Feb. 19 Baked pollock, baked sweet potato, peas, dinner roll, apple. Wednesday, Feb. 20 Goulash, tossed salad, com, banana. Thursday, Feb. 21 Fiesta lime chicken, brown cilantro rice, cauliflower, diced carrots, fruitedjello. Friday, Feb. 22 Hamburger, bun, soup du jour, crackers, potato salad, fruit. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Feb. 18 President’s Day. All sites closed. No meal delivery. Tuesday, Feb. 19 Cheese cubes, club crackers, black bean salad, citrus sections. Wednesday, Feb. 20 Chicken Caesar salad, Italian pasta salad, pineapple, oatmeal cranberry cookie. Thursday, Feb. 21 Cinnamon bagel, cream cheese, vanilla Greek ceese,vana ree yogurt, blueberries, vegetable juice. Friday, Feb. 22 Chef salad, macaroni xsalad, fruited jello, vanilla EWING WELL DRILLING INC. Virginia Ann Eltzroth NASHVILLE, MI - Vir­ Virginia was bom June 3, ginia Ann (Shook) Eltzroth 1938 living most ofher young of Nashville passed away life in Sparta. She and Gerald February 4,2019 at Thomap- were married on June 8,1956 ple Manor. and began life as an Air Force She joins her husband Ger­ family living in many places ald in Heaven after six years throughout the United States DISCOUNTS GIVE ^ 6 TORjEg.J~gM11 of longing for him. She was before settling down in Barry STOREWIDE!^ flWAVS also preceded in death by her County in 1974. parents, James and Bertha She loved hobby farming, Shook and grandson, David especially raising lambs and BOOTHS AVAILABLE! Eltzroth. donkeys. Lowest rates around with no workdays and no She is survived by her Her family honored her additionalfees on top ofyour rent! children, Jerry of Fenwick, memory in a private ceremo­ 220 N. Main St., Nashville.517-852-9080 Linda Crain of Grand Rap­ ny on Friday, Feb. 8,2019. www^6uniqueaiitiques.weehh’,com W] ids, Andy of Hastings, Barb The family would like to “GetXourAntique Fix on M66!” HJ ; (Mitch) Carpenter of Cam- thank the staff at Thomapple den, SC, Bill of Nashville, manor for their wonderfill Lisa (Mark) Rushford of care ofmom for the past two Nashville and Janice (Cliff) years and thanks to Daniels Hastings of Charlotte. More Funeral home for their assis­ than a dozen grand and great tance with the final arrange­ grandchildren. ments. Saturday & Sunday, March 2nd & 3rd 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Beat the winter blues by shopping our 9,000 sq. ft. shopfilled with Antiques, . Collectibles and Oddities! PUBLIC HEARING OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS wafers. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Feb. 18 President’s Day. All sites closed. No meal delivery. Tuesday, Feb. 19 Smothered chicken thigh, collard greens, sweet potatoes, com muffin, diced peaches. Wednesday, Feb. 20 Goulash, peas, com, banana. Thursday, Feb. 21 Fiesta lime chicken, brown cilantro rice, cauliflower, diced . carrots, strawberry cup. Friday, Feb. 22 Beef & cheese burrito, fiesta com, broccoli, orange. Activities Calendar Monday, Feb. 18 - COA Closed. President’s Day. ■ Tuesday, Feb. 19 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m. ; COA Board Meeting 2 p.m. Nashville Dominoes 11 am. Wednesday, Feb. 20 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 am.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. Delton: Walking 11 am.-l pm. Thursday, Feb. 21 aHastings: Line Dancing 9:3© am.; Brain Works 1 pm. Alzh. Caregiver Support Group 3:30 pm.; Sr. Zumba 4:30 pm.; Zumba II 5:30 pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am.; TV Time. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 am.-l pm. Friday, Feb. 22 j m Hastings: Exercise 9 am.; Bingo 9:30 am.; Iron Rails 10:30 am. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Trivia Night is tomorrow! * 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. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, Richard Ewing Owner handicap, familial status, national origin, age or marital status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination." Familial GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. Estimates Available This newspaper will not knowingly accept Village of Nashville any advertising for real estate which is in viola­ The Village of Nashville will hold a Public Hearing on February 28th, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 203 N. Main. 616451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone num­ tion 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 PURPOSE: To discuss the proposed budget for the 2019-2020 budget year that was originally scheduled for February 14th, 2019. THE BUDGET BEING DISCUSSED IS BASED ON THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED FOR THE SUMMER OF 2019. The 2019-20 budget will be voted on during the regular Council Meeting to be held immediately after the Public Hearing. NOTICE TO ALL INDIVIDUALS USING THE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP RECYCLING CENTER The Sunfield Township Board is aware that many individuals from surrounding communities are using the recycling facility. The center does not produce the revenue needed for normal operation. To be fair to Township taxpayers, effective Saturday, March 2, 2019, ONLY Sunfield Township residents or property owners will be allowed to use the Recycling Center with no fee. Please be prepared to prove Township residency, with your name and/or address. Non-residents will.be charged a $10.00 fee per visit, payable in cash only. (Exact change is required.) Thank you for your cooperation. Also, due to public comment the hours of operation will changed to Wednesday’s from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday’s from 9 am. to noon. 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Players can attend one, krt</c> onrl k rt< /c > o nr l « . r. .< t wo. o_11r. a.1_ 1l1l t. 1hree a d« ays .irf. t.<hey wish. There is no pre-registration necessary. Ballplayers may sign-up day of camp. Free tee shirts will be given out to campers on the final day of camp. kK >\ . . The p.lan .is f_or coaches to teach some basic skills and fundamentals such as pass­ ing, dribbling, shooting, shuffling, jump stops, pivot­ ing, pick/roll and teamwork. “This is a fun camp geared toward our young players that are interested in learning about basketball and those with experience that wish to work on their game,” MV Youth Basketball Coordinator Tony Joostbems said. “Come out and hoop it up!” Contact Joostbems with any questions by phone at 269-838-8131 or by email at tjoostbems@yahoo.com. X». ».. ’ ”■ iL friendly personal service you can trust *S( Ais< HOMETOWN! *» s %•*» ’’” S»* *. An> i Encountering God in Your Fellow Man LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. 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Worship ....................................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship........................................... 6 517-726-0526 Evening Worship............................................ 6 .Wednesday Family ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH ocal Church Schedule Night Service................................ 6:45 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting................................................ 7 . Phone: (517) 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) FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St, 10:30 a.m. 11: 00 a.m........................................ Fellowship 7Vo matter who you are, or where you are on life’sjourney, you are welcome here. ’ REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR A Spirit-filled Church 301 Fuller St., Nashville Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. 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." information call 1-269-731-5194. For Sunday School............................. 11:00 a.m. ...................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Sendee 10 a.m. Sunday Services: For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. KALAM0 UNITED METHODIST CHURCH RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Worship.......................................... 9:15 a.m. 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................... 8:30 a.m (1/2 mile East ofM-66, We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. Sunday School .............. 10 A.M. Service.... ........ 11:15 P.M. Service.... ................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY . . Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS 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 Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service... 6:30 p.m. AWANA.............................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH Sunday; A.M. Worship............. Children’s Classes, Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. 11 a.m. Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, A.M. Service.......................................... 11 a.m. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH P.M. Worship............. .......... 6 Leadership Training P.M. Service............................................ 6 p.m. M-79 West Sunday School 9:00 a.m. PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Wed. Service......................................... 7 p.m. Worship.......................................... 11:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a m. Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. Nashville, Ml 49073 .............................. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer Parsonage: 517-852-0685 5 mi, south ofNashville) PASTOR PEGGY BAKER Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Worship Service.......................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR KAREN KINNEY 517-588-8415 Sunday School........................... CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 2415 McCann Road United Methodist Women: (517)726-0258 and many other activities. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 10: 00 a.m............................... Church Service Phone (269) 963-7710 Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Vermontville, Ml 49096 ....... 9 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Church Sendee........................... (Nursery Provided) Charlotte NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Wednesday Evening: Worship............................................................ 7 PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE Contemporary Sendee, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, 304 Phillips St, Nashville Phone: (517) 852-1783 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 517-652-1580 (non-denominatlonal) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN IfisH 269-763-3120 �Page 8 —Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday. 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Hometown Lumber & Hardware Kent Oil & Propane Maple Valley Implement Maple Valley Pharmacy Maple Valley Schools MOO-ville Creamery Musser's Service & Auto Sales Nashville Church of the Nazarene Nashville Family Dentistry Pennington Bobcat & Backhoe Rose Construction Shirley's Chuckwagon Cafe Step N' Time Dance Studio Trumble Insurance Agency proud partner of th* Barry County Chamber of Commerce nashvilleroute66.com � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-02-23.pdf 1e379ed0e38eaf856bd44136c065f5ce PDF Text Text PLE VALLEY lBWSg A local paper oftoday! Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 8, February 23, 2019 Maple Valley Schools student count stable Taylor Owens Staff Writer The preliminary total for Maple Valley’s latest stu­ dent count day on Thursday was 993. The district is down one student from an unexpect­ edly low preliminary fall count of 994, which had dropped from the 2018 audited spring count of 1,043.77. Maple Valley Finance Director Darryl Sydloski said the spring number is actually up from the current blended fall count of 991. The blended number is determined by accounting for students who were not in attendance on count day, but could be accounted for later on. “We’d like to see more, but I’m glad we didn’t lose any,” Sydloski said. The school receives $7,871 in state funding for each student. Vermontville Library celebrates 70th anniversary Court member Austynn Fears and Queen Josey Terpening check the temperature of the syrup as it warms to be made into maple sugar candy. (Photo by Taylor Owens) Sweet night for maple syrup court Vermontville Township Library Director Carla Rumsey (left) and employee Kim Eldred celebrate the 70th anniversary of the library. (Photo by Taylor Owens) Taylor Owens Staff Writer The Vermontville Township Library passed 70 years in operation this month, and celebrated with cake and punch for visitors Tuesday. The library’s first day in operation was Feb. 12, 1949, after the Vermontville Women’s Club worked to collect books, and set up the space in a small section of See LIBRARY, page 7 The 2019 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen Josey Terpening (left) and court member Austynn Fears turn maple syrup into maple candy during the Sugaring Off party Thursday. The annual potluck was held in the basement of the Vermontville Congregational Church. (Photo by Taylor Owens) Memorial for Kennedy family Saturday Daniels Funeral Home in A joint service will memo- Thomapple Valley Credit is handling rialize the lives of Steven Union for the Kennedy fami- Nashville arrangements. Kennedy and his 12-year-old ly. son at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 23, at the Hastings Performing Arts Center. Visitation will take place before the service at 10 a.m. at the Hastings High School, followed by a gathering of Odyssey teams bring home medals friends and family at the Elks from regional competition Lodge at 4 p.m. ‘Madagascar Jr.’ continues this Kennedy, 55, and Joseph, a student of Hastings Middle weekend in Nashville School, died when their vehi­ FFA competes in leadership contest cle crashed into a tree on Homecoming royalty crowned Charlton Park Road south of Center Road Saturday, Feb. Slaght and Brumm third at 16. regionals; earn spot in Finals The family is requesting donations be made to In This Issue The Vermontville Township Library as it looked in its earliest days. �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, February 23,2019 Health department staff supports local schoolchildren and pets Treasury: FAFSA is critical when seeking financial aid for college The vision of the BarryEaton District Health Department is a community where everyone has the opportunity to live long, healthy and active lives. To help fulfill that vision, BEDHD employees recently donated $3,000 to local schools and animal organiza­ tions in order to improve the health and wellness of schoolchildren and animals in local communities. Health department employees routinely contrib­ ute throughout the year to a charitable donation fund and then vote on local charities and organizations to receive the funds. In support of one of BEDHD’s strategies to improve health, which is to provide every child with a strong, healthy start in life, Kathy Pierce, representing Maple Valley Schools, employees chose to donate accepts a donation from employees of the Barry-Eaton $200 each to the 12 school District Health Department to improve healthy eating districts covering Barry and and activities for Maple Valley students. (Photo provid­ Eaton counties to contribute ed) toward healthy foods and activities. These funds can be and well-being. Furthermore, used to pay for school lunch­ den or greenhouse. es when a family is not able In addition, the Barry helping to protect the public to afford them, cold lunch County Humane Society and from possible diseases possipacks that are sent home with the Eaton County Humane bly borne by stray cats and students who otherwise Society will each receive a dogs aligns with BEDHD’s might not have a meal at $300 donation from BEDHD strategy of protecting the home, gym or exercise equip­ employees. Pets can contrib­ community from potential ment, or even a school gar- ute greatly to mental health health hazards. State aid considerationdeadline is March 1 The Michigan Department of Treasury is reminding students and their families that the first step to take when applying for scholar­ ships and other forms of financial assistance is com­ pleting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, commonly referred to as FAFSA. Priority consideration for state aid programs adminis­ tered by Treasury’s Student Scholarships and Grants division are given to stu­ dents whose FAFSA is received at the federal pro- ernment officials, who ques­ 45 to 60 days or more with­ tioned whether the funds out benefits as a result of the would be available in early issuance of February February because ofthe shut­ benefits. Gradually returning down. '"ta tiroregular schedule cush­ In Michigan, food assis­ ions the impact ofthe federal tance benefits are usually government shutdown.” issued to clients according to People who receive food a numeric schedule over a assistance can check their 21-day period throughout the benefits balance via the telemonth. About 1.2 million phone number or website Michiganders receive food address on the back of their assistance through the feder­ Bridge Card, or by accessing al Supplemental Nutrition their account at michigan. Assistance Program adminis­ gov/mibridges. tered by MDHHS. “MDHHS wants to make sure that families and indi­ viduals can put food on their tables,” Terrence Beurer, MDHHS deputy director of field operations administra­ tion, said in a Feb. 19 press release. “We were concerned about families having to go GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Antiques $ 1*66 Kk ig, Antiques, Collectibles, Oddities (Swinty (jfyxb invited to give blood Donors offered chance to win trip A unique alliance has been forged between HBO and the American Red Cross. Together, they are calling all “Game of upon Thrones” super fans - and newcomers - to show their devotion by bleeding #ForTheThrone. Fans are invited to help kick off the final season with a blood donation. Those who have watched GIVE AWAYS! ^TREATS drinks BOOTHS AVAILABLE! Lowest rates around with no work days and no ____ additionalfees on top ofyour rent! 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Seniors can get free legal advice in Nashville March 6 The Legal Services of South Central MichiganBattle Creek office will conduct interviews for legal advice and possible represen­ tation, without charge, to interested seniors Wednesday, March 6, from 11 a.m. to noon at the Nashville Friendship Center, 30-1 N. Main, Nashville. Legal Services of South Central Michigan-Battle Creek office is a nonprofit organization that provides high-quality legal assistance, representation and education to low-income people in Calhoun and Branch counties and seniors in Barry, Calhoun St. Joseph and Branch coun­ ties. The advice and counsel at the senior sites is funded primarily by the CareWell Services Southwest through the Michigan Aging and Adult Services Agency. Sunfield Historical Society hosting chili cook-off Bonnie Mattson Staff Writer The Sunfield Historical Society is looking for the hottest, meanest, tamest, best chili in the area as they host the first annual Dar Benjamin Memorial Chili Cook-Off from 3:30 to 7 p.m. Saturday, March 2, at the Welch Museum, 161 Main St., Sunfield. There is no entry fee for the potluck-type cook-off. Judging will be people’s choice, with cups available to sample all of the entries. Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place winners. Other foods wjll be avail­ able to complement the chili. After the judging, attend­ ees can fill up -a bowl and enjoy a great chili meal. The contest is limited to 25 entries. Anyone wanting to register may call Geneise Davis, 517-566-8741 or 517­ 930-7153. (Safe Saturday & Sunday, March 2nd & 3rd 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 pan. Beat the winter blues by shopping our 9,000 sq. ft. shop tilled with Antiques, Collectibles and Oddities! DISCOUNTS ~ STOREWIDE! J Call 269-945-9554 for more information. serves as a legal signature and confirms an applicant’s identity when accessing financial aid information through certain U.S. Department of Education websites. To get started with the FAFSA, individuals can go to fafsa.gov. More about state of Michigan scholar­ ships and other financial assistance programs can be found on the MI Student Aid’s website, michigan. gov/mistudentaid or by call­ ing toll-free at 888-447­ 2687. ‘Game of Thrones’ fans Michigan issuing March and April food assistance benefits early The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services win issue March and April food assistance benefits early to reduce the gap between benefits pay­ ments that resulted from the partial federal government shutdown. Food assistance recipients can expect to receive next month’s benefits March 3, 4 or 5. April benefits will be issued from April 3 to 12, and May payments will be issued as regularly sched­ uled. MDHHS made changes to the schedule so families do not have to go more than 45 days without receiving food assistance. The department issued February benefits early, beginning Jan. 17 at the direction of federal gov- cessor March 1 or earlier. “The FAFSA is the first step in the process of applying for financial aid,” said acting Deputy State Treasurer Anne Wohlfert, who oversees the treasury department’s student finan­ cial aid programs. “Students and families who are seek­ ing .financial assistance are encouraged to file this free application immediately.” Prior to completing the online FAFSA, the student and at least one parent must obtain a Federal Student Aid ID at fafsa.gov. 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Henney, Emma Gavin and Darcey Turner. 11X Gbulhiox Danielle Jordan (from left) with her Odyssey team: Lauren Bansemer, Kelvin Davis, Grady Wilkes, Westin Cripe, Chance Gordon and Gage Jordan. 5tlsi[WhkJ eM B.IkiM«i| urn tii<artii&: pjfc puAhit&st; esj, tafatate frm it Wdipo Aj« s w I Atoffil!® taajjL ota^1* iuoi^5 ■ f, ■, J* *■ ^1®'^ '^ An Odyssey team coached by Carmelle Markwart is dressed up as astronauts for a play. Pictured are (from left): Kayla Raines, Adriania Billings, Kearson Keiffer, Kaylee Williams and Riley Lentz. “We were so very proud of Staff Writer all their accomplishments It was a challenging year given their snow days,” for Odyssey of the Mind, Odyssey adviser and sec­ with the winter snowstorms ond-grade teacher Carmelle cancelling multiple practices Markwart said. There were during the final stretch of six teams from Maple Valley preparations. But Maple with a total of 37 students Valley had the most teams at across Fuller Street and the regional competition in Maplewood Schools. The Wayland Saturday, and its students competed in sponta­ students took home medals. neous creative activities and Taylor Owens performed in plays they wrote and designed costumes for themselves. One of the Maplewood teams took third place in the competition, just shy of the top two slots it takes for stu­ dents to move on to the state competition in Middleville. Markwart said she had a lot ofhelp this year, with two teachers, Darcey Turner and Victoria Harris, and two par­ ents, Danielle Jordan and Taylor Cushing, volunteering to coach teams. She is hoping the increased participa­ tion will mean more students will compete in Odyssey as they grow older. 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Main St. • 517.852.0313 �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, February 23,2019 Students learn to protect the environment with ice cream Steven and Joseph Kennedy Steven Joseph Kennedy, age 55, and his son Joseph Stephen Kennedy, age 12 of Hastings passed away unex­ pectedly on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019. Steven was bom in Hast­ ings, on June 12, 1963, the son of the Alfred and Eliz­ abeth (Ivory) Kennedy. He was raised in the Hastings area and attended local schools graduating from Hastings High School. He was the husband of Wendy (Purchis) Kennedy. The couple was married on April 17,1999 in Las Vegas, Nevada. They made their home together in the Hast­ ings area, where they raised their two sons. Steven was employed at Kelly Hon of the Michigan Rural Water Association shows Maplewood students how groundwater can be pollut- Middleville Tool & Die for several years before an inju­ ed with an ice cream sundae. (Photo provided) ry forced him to shift his ca­ Maplewood students Public Works taught students duced soda and food coloring winner will receive $50. Last reer focusing on construction learned the importance of in Matt Gordeneer’s science to show how pollution can year, fifth grade students at trades. Steven and Wendy groundwater and preventing class how to help keep spread. Maplewood won $75 for owned and operated a seam­ pollution from a presentation groundwater safe, and The students also were winning first and second less gutter business in Hast­ by Kelly Hon ofthe Michigan demonstrated with “aqua­ given the chance to partici­ place in a placemat-design­ ings for over 20 years. Most Rural Water Association. flurries.” pate in a contest through the ing contest. recently, he worked part-time Hon and members of the Students made their own water association to design a at Save-A-Lot in Hastings in Vermontville Department of ice cream sundaes and intro- reusable water bottle. The the receiving department. On October 10, 2006, Ste­ ven and Wendy were blessed the birth of their second son Joseph Stephen Kennedy. Joseph spent his early The Michigan Career and dent graduate. marketing. Hefflth and Human Services, Technical Institute hosted a Area graduates, listed by Eaton: Nathaniel Crane, MCTI provides vocational years attending Southeastern graduation ceremony for 190 county, include: cabinetmaking/millwork; training in 13 career areas for Elementary School in Haststudents from across the state Barry: Ocean Skaggs, cab- Athena Crane, culinary arts; adults with disabilities. It is ings, where he established a Friday, Feb. 15. inetmaking/millwork; Caleb Bunce, graphic com­ the second largest rehabilita-tight knit group of friends. The event is at the MCTI Hannah ZurHorst, culinary munications; Ryan tion training center in the As he transitioned to the midcampus, 11611 W. Pine Lake arts; Joshua Kidder, electron­ McCullen, weatherization/ country. dle school, Joseph discovRoad in Plainwell. This ics; Dylan Haywood, office cnn^ftMftinn MCTI strives to promote ered his passion for music, year’s ceremony will feature automation. of participating in both the band Ionia: Christopher Hall, the integration distinguished guest speakers Calhoun: William Eraca, electronics; Brenton Michiganders with disabili-and choir programs. who have benefitted from Nicholas Marenko and Hirschman, machine tech­ ties into both the competitive Joseph currently played MCITs training program as Joseph Markusic, electron­ nology; Kay lee Hunter, workplace and society. the clarinet in the band, but an employer partner and stu- ics; Hannah Young, retail weatherization/construction. Students can be enrolled in his true passion was the saxMarc Schupan, owner of technical training programs ophone. With the love only a Schupan & Sons, will address in automotive technology, brother understands, his oldVILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE students during the ceremo­ cabinet making/millwork; er brother Dalton surprised ny. Schupan & Sons has been certified nurse assistant, culi-Joseph with a new saxophone RESIDENTS a committed employer part­ nary arts, custodial, electron-on Christmas morning. JoTapping maple trees in the village ner of MCTI and was nomi­ ics, graphic communications, seph practiced diligently at will begin the weekend ofMarch 1< nated for a Michigan grounds maintenance/land- home during his spare time, Rehabilitation Services scaping, machine technolo-determined to make the tranPlease tie a string around Champion Award last year. gy, office automation, phar-sition to the saxophone sec­ any trees you would NOT like Keegan Linton, a graduate of macy services, retail market-tion of the band as soon as _______ tapped this year. possible. Most weekends, MCTI, an MRS Champion ing and construction. Award recipient, and a cur­ MCTI also offers health, Joseph could be found at Thank You! rent Schupan & Sons psychological and social the Hastings Roller-Rama, Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival employee, will also address work services, sports and spending time roller-skating students during the ceremo­ activities, housing, student with his friends. ny. Spending time together as government and much more. MCTI is celebrating its More information about a family just came natural 75th anniversary this year. MCTI and its programs can for Steven and Joseph. They Operated by MRS within the be found online at michigan. shared a love for the open Michigan Department of gov/MCTI. road and took every opportu­ nity they could to capitalize on an afternoon ride on the Harley Davidson Motorcy­ cle. Each year the family en- Local students complete studies at MCTI WHERE SWEETNESS BEGINS Provider ofMaple Syrup Equipment andAccessories “For all Producers” ANNUAL FEBRUARY SALE i 20% ©ff i Evaporators • Bulk Tanks • Tubing Containers • Maple syrup and Maple products • Etc. All Fabric Wanted - Preowned Maple Syrup Equipment 11534 State Road (M-66) Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 616-755-3626___ — Hours of Operation Mon. Tues. Thurs. Fri.~10 am - 5 pm Wednesday ~ 10 am - 8 pm p Like Us “On “ Saturday ~ 9 am -1 pm i Facebook Excludes Sale Items-Sale Ends 2128119 < ft PRAY FOR OUR NATION! fr < < joyed time exploring Mich­ igan hunting mushrooms in the spring, visiting the Coast Guard Festival in Grand Haven, heading North for a family camping trip, and floating down the river on a beautiful summer afternoon. As an active young man, Jo­ seph loved swimming and being in the water. It didn’t matter whether was the water freezing cold Lake Michigan water, or “questionable” pool water Joseph was going to go swimming! Steven and his son Joseph are survived by wife and mother Wendy, son and older brother Dalton. Steven’s sib­ lings, Sandy (Gene) Green­ field, Debbie Kennedy, Lynn Moule, Kitty (Steve) Hoke, Anne Kennedy, Carol (Steve) VanDerRoest, Barry (Evie) Kennedy, Robert (Mary) Kennedy; Joseph’s grand­ mothers, Elizabeth (Ivory) Kennedy, and Deb Seeber Also surviving are several nieces, nephews cousins and beloved friends They were preceded in death by Steven’s father, Al­ fred Kennedy; Wendy’s fa­ ther, Doug Seeber; father-in law, Ed Purchis and broth­ er in-law and Uncle Steve Moule A memorial service will be at the Hastings Performing Arts Center at 11 a.m. on Sat­ urday, Feb. 23, 2019, with Chad Seeber officiating. There will be a time for friends and family to gather immediately after the me­ morial service with light re­ freshments in the high school cafeteria. In lieu offlowers memori­ al contributions can be made at any branch of Thomapple Credit Union where an ac­ count has been established for the Kennedy family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net Randy Curtis NASHVILLE, MI - Randy Curtis, age 54, of Nashville passed away Wednesday, Feb. 20,2019 at his home. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please vis­ it our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net QUESTIONS: ASK US- 218 E. 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Nonetheless, the show is going on as planned It opened last weekend and will continue through Sunday, Feb. 24. “These kids have worked so hard, I am mind-blown,” Smith said. “You would never guess that we have had to cancel more than 25 per­ cent of rehearsals because of weather.” In the musical based on the feature film, four zoo animals are suddenly plunged into a new world as they end up on the shores of Madagascar. “Many new songs were written for the production, and it’s so charming and family friendly,” said Smith. “I highly recommend it.” The cast of 57 students in the production, grades sec­ ond to eighth, hails from sev­ eral schools, including Hastings Lakewood, Maple Valley and Charlotte. Youngsters in the produc­ tion include Alex the Lion: Riley Shults/Clayton Sayer, Marty the Zebra: Lydia Fletcher, Gloria the Hippo: Phoebe Birchfield/Addie Noffsinger, Melman the Giraffe: Alli Brandon/Noah Morris, Zookeeper Zeke: Aidan Roth Botsford, Zookeeper Zelda: Anna Haywood, Zookeeper Zoe: Carley Worden, Mason the Monkey: Logan Bowers, Skipper: Evan Strong, Rico: Matthew Shults, Kowalski: Xavier Chrysler, Private: Mason Starks, King Julien: Johnathan Morris, Maurice Lemur: Emmi Beilin, Mort Lemur: Giana Rodriguez, Lew Lemur: Asher Adams, Lee Lemur: Caleb Birchfield, Lynn Lemur: Zoie Brummette, Lars Lemur: Juliana Stevens, Candy Hammernose: Evelyn Scheil, Cameraman, Ship Captain, Foosa: Oscar Rohs, and Lionnesses: Andrea Gusey, Sophia Haywood, Sydnee Reuter, Katie Mackenzie, Hailey Martin and Julia Mater. Lemurs, Foosa, the Crowd, Steaks, Police Officers, Subway Riders and other cast members include Addison Sayer, Alice Rohs, Anika Bourassa, Anna Ferguson, Anna Shaver, Annabella Morris, Annabelle Stank, Aubrey Starks, Augie Chrysler, Boone Hubbell, Brynn Vandermale, Camilo Sloan-Caldera, Cheyenne Gibson, Claire Gusey, Dustin Rohrbacher, Ella Ferguson, Elyce Patrick, Grace Bivens, Grace Richardson, Jessalyn Gusey, Layla Bowers, Matthew Morris, Oscar Rohs, Peyton Deyarmond, Quinn Waddell, Sophia Lakies and Sophia Rohlman. This is Smith’s first time directing the children’s pro­ duction. Rachel Ridder is assistant director and Amanda Macomber is cos­ tumer. The production has also given leadership oppor­ tunities to three Maple Valley students as choreographers, Kayli Hansen, Aubrey Pintar and Cameron Wells. Performances are at the Crown Theatre building on Main Street in Nashville at 3 and 7 p.m. today, Saturday, Feb. 23, and 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 24. Tickets can be reserved by calling 708­ 61 DRAMA (708-613-7162) or at therevuenashville. seatyourself .biz. The Revue’s production of “Madagascar Jr.” continues this afternoon, tonight and tomorrow afternoon. (Photo provided) Lj ’Wufe' UPS & FedEx Shipping ^K®in slab ■ isi ak tutai taiife tatUi 41^&!i^ Copy Service Mb^,: Wffl,ini:t Mi fcM^i;: MMI MI (black & white or color) Photo Processing FAX Service M Be&i i «iMe Btfefe. ^®fe|«P. Laminating 'Si Sa■ ton UU hup B isikWft fed Kawiy; Wi; ktatWtfc And Much More lwk> mma . . iMM aU Uw w 269.945.9105 ,, (Mffltaij "T sifefc OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:00 • 5:30 PB\ WWM issi * King Julien (Johnathan Morris) concocts his plan with his assistant, Maurice (Emmi Beilin) as the Zoosters and the Lemurs sleep. Pack &ShiP 1351 N M-43 - Hwy., Hastings, Ml 49058 • Just north of city limits EL?i: Qiifle^ (kF* foiikiii «** Qaft life frfcfcd* [fc®P fid* 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. 803 Reed St, Nashville i ls^® (iSaii>l^£ CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH «•”■ gae'js41 ■«°f jriswt^1 ocal Church Schedule Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Charlotte Sunday: one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. A.M. Worship................................................. 11 Morning Worship.......................................... 11 .Evening Worship........................................... 6 Evening Worship............................................ 6 .Wednesday Family Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Night Service................................ 6:45 p.m. Prayer Meeting................................................7 Phone: (517) 543-5488 . PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St, Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) 10:30 a.m. 11: 00 a.m........................................ Fellowship ‘No matter who you are, or where you are on life'sJourney, you are welcome here.' PASTOR girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. "Where is Someone Special." For For more information call: 795-2370 or - Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Worship............................................ 9:15 a.m. 6043 E. M-79 Highway, MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship........................ 8:30 a.m We seek to feed the hungry, (1/2 mile East ol M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) both spiritually and physically. .............. 10 A.M. Service.... ........ 11:15 P.M. Service.... ................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, 4 miles west of Nashville Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. . Mickey Cousino . Certified Lay Minister . Phone 616-765-5322 Worship Service............................................ 11 Sunday Evening Service................... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service................ 6:30 p.m. AWANA............................... 6.30-8 p.m. Wed. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR JOE BENEDICT Sunday: A.M. Worship............. Children's Classes, Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. .......... 11 Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, A.M. Service................................................... 11 P.M. Worship............. .......... 6 Leadership Training P.M. Service.................................................... 6 M-79 West PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Wed. Service.................................................. 7 Wednesday Evening: ..................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion Common Prayer used for all services. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & information call 1-269-731-5194. 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 Everyone GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday Services: ............................ 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer Traditional 1928 Book of KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. Nashville, Ml 49073 Parsonage: 517-852-0685 8593 Cloverdale Road REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR PEGGY BAKER Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Sunday School............................. 11:00 a.m. PASTOR KAREN KINNEY 517-588-8415 and many other activities. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange 2415 McCann Road Worship Service.......................... 9:45 a.m. Church Service Sunday School........................... CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Located on the corner of State and Washington streets United Methodist Women: (517) 726-0258 10: 00 a.m Phone (269) 963-7710 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI ....... 9 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Church Service........................... (Nursery Provided) 517-726-0526 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. 9617 E. Baseline Rd. A Spirit-filled Church 5505 North Mulliken Road, Sunday School.................................. 1 10 a.m. Wednesday Evening: ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville .Worship WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominatlonal) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Worship............................................................ 7 Phone:(517)852-1783 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 517-652-1580 269-763-3120 �Page g — jUst Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, February 23, 2019 Flurry of ballgames down the stretch for Lion ladies The Professional and Personal Choice from Ashlyn Wilkes and 11 from Britani Shilton in that loss to Stockbridge Tuesday. That duo scored all 18 of the Lions’ points in the second half. Wilkes finished the night 7-of-7 at the free throw line. Gwen Rogozinski led die Panthers with 12 points. Kaylee Dalton had eight and Madison Mazuca seven. Wilkes had 16 points, Allison McGlocklin six and Shilton four in the loss to Perry Saturday. In Thursday’s loss to visit­ ing Lansing Christian, Wilkes, Megan Valiquette and Shilton had five points apiece for Maple Valley, and McGlocklin and Gena Remsing had four points apiece. The Pilgrims limited the Lions to three points in the fourth quarter. Katelyn Bontrager led her team with 25 points and Cayla Ellis chipped in 14 points. “I won’t question the effort that this group puts forth at any time, whether it is prac­ tice or games they work hard. We have talked a lot about effort, effort, execution. You have to have effort, and then you have to have a little more effort, but then you have to go out and execute too. When you.have just effort, effort all you have is a lot of running around and not a lot getting done. “I fell that is kind ofwhere we’re at right now.” He said it is up to him and his coaching staff to figure out how to get that done in the limited practice time they get with the girls. He has liked the way his girls have started out ball­ games better lately. Lansing Christian jumped out to a 20-6 lead Thursday, but his girls were up 8-6 after one quarter at Stockbridge Tuesday and up 9-8 against Perry Saturday. “We have been in some ballgames, but now we have to figure out a way to break over that hump,” coach Wilkes said. Maple Valley fell to 2-13 overall this season with the loss to the Pilgrims, and 0-10 in the GLAC. for Accounting and Tax Services Business Services Help Wanted For Sale GUTTER LEAF GUARD: We install several styles of leaf protection for your gutter & downspout system, one for ev­ ery problem & budget. Before you sign a high priced con­ tract with the big city firms, get a price from us. We've served this area since 1959. BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING (269)945-0004.____________ HELP WANTED: Accept­ ing applications for seasonal employees in the shipping and receiving department, as a Fork Truck Operator. Must pass drug screen and background check. Apply iin person M-F 8-4, Nutrien Ag Solutions Warehouse, 9845 W. 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FFA competes in leadership contest FFA members took home multiple medals from the District Leadership Contest at Charlotte High School on Feb. 5. “With all of the inclement weather days we have had this year, contest preparation became a challenge,” Maple Valley FFA Adviser Aaron Saari said. “I think our FFA members went on and com­ peted to the best of their ability in spite of the chal­ lenges we had to go through with the bad weather we have had.” Addison Ramey received a fifth-place gold rating in pre­ pared public speaking with her speech on lab-grown meat entitled “Meat or Not Meat, That is the Question.” James Belonga received a llth-place silver award for his speech, “The New Farm Bill.” Kerk Kienutske, Jozlynn Miller, Kyleigh Scott and Jade Scott received an eighth­ place bronze award in the demonstration contest with their presentation, “Cattle Procedures.” In extemporaneous public speaking, Nautica Burkett placed seventh with a silver award and Charles Smith Frazier received an eighth­ place silver ranking. In the job interview con­ test, Lane Pixley received a second-place gold rating and Josey Terpening received a fourth-place gold rating. Lane Pixley advanced to the Regional Leadership Contests at Centreville High School on Feb. 14. Pixley received a second-place gold award and will be advancing to the state competition March 6 at Michigan State University. Walker, Fluke Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball coach Landon Wilkes would like to have a practice now and then. The Lions were scheduled to visit Potterville last night. Their second ofback-to-back ballgames. The Lions will then head out ofthe weekend with ballgames scheduled for Monday against Stockbridge, Tuesday against Webberville and Thursday at Lansing Christian. Lansing Christian just scored a 54-27 win over the host Lions Thursday night. The Lions also fell in GLAC action 41-33 at Stockbridge Tuesday and 45-28 at Perry Saturday (Feb. 15). “I thought we played well at Stockbridge. We put our­ selves in a situation with 1:30 to go down six. We put them on the free throw line, but couldn’t secure a rebound in three different situations,” Maple Valley head coach Landon Wilkes said. We ended up losing by eight. At least we had put ourselves in a situation to be in a ball­ game.” “Right now we’re really struggling with spacing. Team continuity is a struggle -right now. I think early on we were playing better as a unit and I don’t think we’re doing that right now. Rather than working together right now, we’re working really hard. There is a lot of effort right n now, but not a lot of execu­ ti tion. Missing practices due to the weather and only getting the chance to play ballgames on available dates has led to much of that. The Lions got 13 points Sheldon, plc CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS 525 W. 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Library Director Carla Rumsey said the weather made planning for the anni­ versary challenging, but she still wanted to honor the occasion. Visitors to the library had free cake and punch, and some former library employees and board members stopped by. One special guest was library employee Rita Miller, who is still recovering from a car crash that took place in September. It was the first time Miller was able to stop by the library for a few hours MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Juniors top seniors in powerball Barry County Extension Calendar of Events The annual homecoming powerball volleyball game between junior and senior boys ended in double junior victory. The game was rescheduled from its original date in 2012 Feb. 25 late January to Wednesday due to weather. There was no staff team this year. Mar. 1 barfMBuntu Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Feb. 25 Shepherd’s pie, mashed potatoes, seasoned Brussels sprouts, dinner roll, apple. Tuesday, Feb. 26 Baked spaghetti, broccoli, garlic toast, strawberries. Wednesday, Feb. 27 Chicken tenders, mashed potatoes & gravy, shredded cheese, fiesta com, banana. Thursday, Feb. 28 Baked potato bar, chili, crackers, tossed salad, muffin, ambrosia. Friday, March 1 Burrito bake, tossed salad, fiesta com, fruit. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Feb. 25 Turkey pasta salad, pickled beets, applesauce. Tuesday, Feb. 26 Peanut butter, English muffin, pea & cheese salad, grapes. Wednesday, Feb. 27 Turkey club salad, creamy pasta salad, Mandarin oranges, cookie. Thursday, Feb. 28 Chicken salad, sandwich thin, broccoli & cranberry salad, diced peaches. Friday, March 1 Chef salad, macaroni salad, fruited. jello, vanilla wafers. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Feb. 25 Shepherd’s pie, mashed potatoes, Brussels sprouts, dinner roll, applesauce. 'Diesday, Feb. 26 Turkey meatloaf, mashed potatoes & gravy, mixed vegetables, dinner roll, orange. Wednesday, Feb. 27 Hamburger, bun, com, broccoli, banana. Thursday, Feb. 28 Oven fried chicken, mixed vegetables, spinach, strawberry cup. Friday, March 1 Alaskan stuffed salmon w/ dill sauce, baked potato, broccoli, apple. Activities Calendar Monday, Feb. 18 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 am.; Sr. Group Exercise 9: 15 a.m.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 am.; TV Strings 10: 30 a.m.; Painting Group 1 pan.; Move for Better Bal. PD 4:30 p.m. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l pan. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. H,WJN - Reminiscence. Tuesday, Feb. 26 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 aan. Nashville Dominoes 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 27 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 a.m.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 am.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 pan. Move for Better Bal PD 4:30 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 aan. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. Delton: Februaiy Birthdays; Reminiscence; Walking 11 aan.-l pan. Thursday, Feb. 28 Hastings: Line Dancing 9: 30 aan.; Brain Works 1 pan. Sr. Zumba 4:30 pan.; Zumba II 5:30 pan. Nashville: Dominoes 11 aan.; TV Time. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 aan.-l pan. Friday, March 1 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 9:30 aan.; Iron Rails 10: 30 a.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 aan. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Mar. 4 Mar. 6 Mar. 6 Mar. 7 Mar. 11 Mar. 12 Mar. 16 Mar. 18 Mar. 19 Mar. 21 _ Dog Project Meeting, 6:30 pm., Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Hastings. Horse Youth Fair Pre-registrations due in the Extension Office Goat Developmental Committee Meeting Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office Teen Leader Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Horse Mandatory Meeting for parents, 6:30 p.m. Expo Center Exploration Days Registration Begins, 9 am. Dairy Mandatory Meeting, 10 am., Expo Center Dog Project Meeting, 6:30 pm., Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Hastings Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 pm., Extension Office Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 pm., Expo Center since the accident, and she said it was nice just to sit and visit with the members of the community. “I can’t wait to come back to work, but I don’t know when that’s going to be,” Miller said. “It’s just good to be out and about.” Like the Maple Valley News on Facebook and stay up to date on local news! �Page 8 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, February 23, 2019 Ted Reid served Barry County area Memories of the Past front supported by two stone pillars with gas pumps between them. These were hand pumps, operated by pumping a lever until the gasoline was pumped up into a 10-gallon glass container on the top. From there it was put into the automobile gas tank with a hose and filler nozzle. We were still living in Hastings, but somebody had to stay at the station all night. Usually it was Dad, since it was his project, Mother used to say. Sometimes my broth­ er, Bob, and I stayed on weekends, but Mother and Grandma would come but during the day and stay while Dad sold roofing or worked on the station, which was Reid’s service station at the corner of what now is M-79 and Charlton Park Road, between Nashville and Hastings, offered Mobil gas, groceries, meats and boats for rent. One of the signs on the building shows Coca-Cola selling for 5 cents a bottle. Living quarters were added to the back of the station after the Reids purchased it in 1936. This column by the late Susan Hinckley was printed in the Feb. 24, 1989, Maple Valley News. Following is the continuation ofthefamily history compiled by Don C. Reid of Hastings, whose mother, theformer Amber Z. Cruso, was the daughter of early Nashville residents. Today’s story recalls his dad, Theodore "Tex’’ S. K. Reid, running for Barry County clerk and, afew years later, the family’s new business enterprise between Nashville and Hastings. The year was 1932, and the Democrats were making a big push to get their men into political offices. Franklin D. Roosevelt was running for president against Herbert Hoover, and local Democrats SUNFIELD FINAL 2018 WINTER TAX COLLECTION Thursday, February 28, 2019, 9am - 5pm Sunfield Township Hall 145 Main St., Sunfield A 3% penalty plus 1% interest charges will apply. NO POSTMARKS ACCEPTED Payments MUST be received by 5:00pm Dog licenses available. $10 and $15. Theodore S.K. Reid was elected Barry County clerk Nov. 8, 1932, in the same Democratic landslide put presidential candidate Franklin D. Roosevelt into office. Reid’s young son, Don, helped with the cam­ paign throughout the coun­ ty, a physically rigorous effort that took its toll on man and boy, but gave them a golden opportunity to be together. After the election, Reid had to enter a military hospital for sev­ eral weeks, while his wife and deputy clerk kept the office running. were seeking to make it a landslide victory for their candidates. Ted Reid was well known in Barry County, and the Democratic machine thought maybe he would do well in NOTICE TO ALL INDIVIDUALS USING THE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP RECYCLING CENTER The Sunfield Township Board is aware that many individuals from surrounding communities are using the recycling facility. The center does not produce the revenue needed for normal operation. To be fair to Township taxpayers, effective Saturday, March 2, 2019, ONLY Sunfield Township residents or property owners will be allowed to use the Recycling Center with no fee. Please be prepared to prove Township residency, with your name and/or address. Non-residents will be charged a $10.00 fee per visit, payable in cash only. (Exact change is required.) Thank you for your cooperation. Also, due to public comment the hours of operation will changed to Wednesday’s from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday’s from 9 a.m. to noon. The Sunfield Township Board running for a job with the county, so they talked to Ted. After consulting with his wife, Amber, and mulling the idea around in his head, T.S.K. Reid said “OK” to the powers that be. Much of the late summer and fall that year was spent in calling on the farm area, handing out cards, putting up campaign posters, etc., and through it all, his eldest son, Don, was right there — “stuff­ ing the mailboxes, or running up to the houses with material while Dad drove me around. It was not only a time of learning for me but a time ofbeing with Dad.” It was a lot of work, and took its toll on man and boy, but was worth it. The Democrats swept the United States that year, and among the new officcrboldere was one Ted Reid. He beat out Morris O. Hill 4,102-3,698 for Barry County clerk. Now, Ted was not in the best of health, and all the excitement of the race wore him down. Shortly after win­ ning the election, he entered the Great Lakes U.S. Naval Hospital near Chicago. But Ted had to get ready for his new job at the county clerk’s office, so he called on an old friend, Metha Keech, who had at one time worked for him as secretary at the Buick Garage. The move into the clerk’s office was accomplished without any major problems. Metha Keech, as deputy clerk, and Ted’s wife, Amber Reid, ran the office until Ted returned from his tour of sick duty. duty.”” ““sick By February 1933, Ted Reid had taken over his new job and was busy making new friends as he met differ­ ent groups of people: judges, lawyers, court workers and all the mass of people who avail themselves of the ser­ vice of the clerk’s office for birth, death, marriage and other records. Don C. Reid could be found in the office after school, getting in the way but learning how to operate the machine that put the Barry County seal on official docu­ ments, how to draw pictures on legal papers, and other important things. At the end of two years, Continued nextpage Rental of boats at the Charlton Park Road crossing of the Thornapple River behind their station gave the Reid family additional income during the Great Depression. Don Reid remembers times in the 1930s when the fam­ ily ate cornmeal in various forms, three times a day. In this photo, “Tex” Reid is seen with a large catch of fish, standing in front of the new garage he added to his ser­ vice station. LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary McMillian, married and Darla McMillian, married, joint tenants, to Clark Financial Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated October 30, 2002 and recorded November 7, 2002 in Instrument Number 1091206 and Loan Modification Agreement recorded on January 13, 2010, in Instrument Number 201001130000391, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Bank, by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Three Thousand Seven Hundred Five and 66/100 Dollars ($83,705.66), including interest at however, Republicans mus­ them from blowing up in tered their forces and suc­ windy weather, and Ted Reid ceeded in voting in Allen sold a lot ofthem. In October 1936, Dad saw Hyde as county clerk. So once more, T.S.K. Reid had that there was a gas station to think about changing jobs. for sale at the northeast cor­ It wasn’t that the automo­ ner ofNashville Road [M-79] bile business was all that and Charlton Park Road of bad, but the Great Depression (present-day site had everything shut down, Svoboda’s Service on and families had a hard time Quimby Road) [Thomapple trying to make ends meet. Lake Trading Post in 2019]. Many times, our meals It was a small station of stone would consist of a large pot construction on the front, and 4.125% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ of cornmeal cooked in the had two pumps selling Mobil tained in said mortgage and the morning and eaten with milk gasoline. statute in such case made and and sugar, then cornmeal Dad was smart, and he provided, notice is hereby given patties, like pancakes, for knew Mother would not go that said mortgage will be foredinner, and com patties with for a dubious venture like a closed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at peas or com at night. gas station. But, he could see public vendue at the place of holdAfter Grandma Cruso big possibilities, for people ing the circuit court within Barry came to live with us, she needed gas and food, not County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on would sometimes fix dump- necessarily in that order, so MARCH 28, 2019. Said premises are located in lings and potatoes which he used trickery. the City of Hastings, Barry County were not all that bad, if you “Amber,” he said, “how Michigan, and are described as: The East 22 feet of Lot 3 and all had a little syrup for the would you like to move back out in the Quimby area where of Lots 4 and 5, except the East dumplings. Bean soup was a good meal and was had in you grew up? There’s a gas 49.50 feet of Lot 5, Block 26 of Lincoln Park Addition to the City of abundance. We made it station for sale right across Hastings, according to the recordthrough with the help of the the road from where you ed plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats, Lord, and were the better for lived, right next to Minnie page 55. The redemption period shall be it. Adversity makes you and Byron Edmonds’ place, 6 months from the date of such strong, if you will see it across the road from George sale, unless determined aban­ Scott, your old mailman.” through and not give up. doned in accordance with MCLA T.S.K. Reid could have Mom, being a history buff, §600.3241 a, in which case the re­ found a job in the middle of was swayed by this kind of demption period shall be 30 days the Sahara Desert. He soon talk, so we had us a gas sta­ from the date of such sale. If the property is sold at fore­ discovered a salesman was tion. Dad sold the automo­ closure sale, pursuant to MCL wanted by Sheriff-Goslin bile business to Dee Sharp, 600.3278, the borrower will be Roofing Company of Battle with Grandma Cruso loaning held responsible to the person Creek, and took this on, Dee some of the money, and who buys the property at the mortforeclosure sale or to the along with his auto sales. As with that and our small sav­ gage mortgage holder for damage to he made the rounds of the ings, Dad bought the station. the property during the redemption county, if he couldn’t sell On Nov. 4, 1936, Reid’s Gas period. them a Buick he would say, Station became a reality. “Well, it sure looks like you What a time that was to be! Dated: February 23,2019 File No. 19-001825 need a new roof, though.” The station itself was small, Firm Name: Orlans PC These were good roofs with about 12 feet by 20 feet long, interlocking edges that kept with a 12-foot canopy out (02-23)(03-16) H3627 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, February 23,2019 — Page 9 From previous page Turning Back the Tages 40 years ago in the Maple Valley News >v :- '■# Bfc ml jit ‘,■_"ja 1, ®*®taiGu !alt,I^H.(ltto ft IZEirrtife-' "Xii i®fir/wte teuwiMt 1083 lllHW nW * ‘ ®sttes»[ l! *® 1 liriftEW1' a 'ffiS ■; taiJM MU hk^*^® sf flW®1 dMajf f Mfl*. |J««* ju WK®iWrr F*3, 3s Si ’*£* *£**’" A$s r r r t kind ofrun down. Dad found an old building for sale and we moved it, and added it to the station for liv­ ing quarters and a garage. We sold our house in Hastings and we were together again. The new addition had a bed­ room for Grandma downstairs to the east, and a living room in the middle, which held my piano, a heating stove in the winter, and cooking facilities with table, chairs and a sofa. On the west was a garage, with our room above it and Mom and Dad’s bedroom above the living room. This addition allowed us to enlarge the store and add more groceries and staple items. Dad could work on cars in the garage, and soon things were booming for the Reid family. Being a promot­ er, Dad started having sales, such asseven gallons of gas for $1 (normally 15 cents per gallon). Saturday night drawings and entertainment with tap dancers, singers, musi­ cians and the like were fea­ tured throughout the summer months. This built up trade, and Dad opened up charge accounts for good customers. We brought two boats and The Nashville Jaycees offered free snow shoveling to chained them up under the local senior citizens. Jaycees president Mike Slocum bridge at the Thornapple said the organization was prepared to shovel sidewalks, River and rented them out, driveways and even roofs. along with selling bait such as worms, crickets and min­ nows. I learned to clean out the boats, sell gas and grocer­ ies, while furthering my edu­ cation by attending Hastings High School. One thing about the Reid’s Service Station venture that mother liked was that she began to see all the old friends who lived in the area, and that was exciting for her. Our Saturday night draw­ ings were going really well, and two times during the summer, Dad had an extra treat for customers - home­ made ice cream. He borrowed a big three-gallon, handcranked freezer, and we had a good old time, cranking and cranking. I started out the Four-year-old Faith Ann Phares of Nashville holds up cranking while it was easy, a heart shaped potato her aunt Vicki Phares found just then Dad took over when it in time for Valentine’s Day. got really hard to turn. Finally, it was done, and Dad took out the paddles and repacked the freezer to hold it until the Brakes* Tune-Ups appointed time. The heavy Mufflers • Batteries crank head was put back on to hold the ice cream container Oil Changes • Shocks down in the brine to keep it Struts cold. Come night, when Diagnostic Services everybody showed up for the festivities. Dad would say, “Take off the crank head and 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66, Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 we’ll dish up the goodies.” Ph 616-374-1200 • Fax 616-374-4427 Once, I undid the side clasps and lifted the head off but it slipped out of my fin­ gers and down it went, crunch on my big toe. I howled with pain, and needless to say, I had a throbbing toe, and final­ ly lost the nail. J-Ad Graphics has immediate openings for I used to listen to our radio a full and a part-time reporter for their at night. It was up front in the weekly publications. Looking for a store by the doughnuts, cook­ newspaper reporter with strong writing ies and little cakes. Every time they would clean out the skills, an eye for photography and a desire comer of the store, there to highlight the people and events of would be a pile of pie and Barry County. cake wrappers, and Dad would say, “Don, you’re eat­ ing up all the profits.” He was Send resume and writing sample to: probably right. TO BE CONTINUED NEXT WEEK Delton girls overtake Lions for fourth at district Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Delton Kellogg varsi­ ty competitive cheer team was just a tenth of a point off its best round one of the sea­ son at its Division 4 District Tournament at Gobles Friday. The Panthers followed that up with their best rounds one and two ofthe season, adding about six points to their pre­ vious high total score of the season to earn a spot in this Saturday’s Division 4 Regional Tournament at Caledonia High School. The Panthers’ fourth-place finish came at the expense of a trip to regionals for the Maple Valley girls, who fell to fifth after entering round three in third overall. The top four teams at districts earned spots in the regional round of the state tournament. Maple Valley was fifth with a total score of 640.58, putting together a 197.70 in round one, a 184.48 in round two and a 258.40 in round three. The Lions were nearly 20 points better in round two than they had been in their previous competition. “We We added added our our ne near arm cartwheel and removed our herkie in round two,” Maple Valley head coach Sarah Huissen said. “Something we have been wanting to do, but due to frequent weather can­ cellations we had not been able to make the change. It looked great I wished we would have made the change from the beginning of the season.” Maple> Valley had a tworound total score of 382.18. The Lions were about 2.5 points ahead of the Panthers for that final regional quali­ fying spot and about a little less than two points ahead of Lake Michigan Catholic. “We all were very excited, but we also knew that it was close between us and the other two teams. Lake Michigan Catholic had a solid round three when we saw them in December and we were sure it would be the same. We saw Delton Kellogg at the beginning of January and we were sure they would also, have full choreography bonus. So, we knew we had to have a solid performance in round three because we only had half of the choreography bonus. “Our first stunt sequence hit, but had a couple bobbles, but everything else was solid so we just had to Wait for the other teams to perform and they both had solid rounds. Of course it was still emo­ tional once we knew we came in fifth, and we shed some tears in the disappoint­ ment that our season was done, but I am incredibly proud of this team and their effort for the entire season.” A different team had the top score in each round ofthe district. Lawton opened the day with a 221.60 in round one. Gobles had the top round two score of 203.74. Lake Michigan Catholic’s 300.90 in round three was the best finale. All three of those teams join Delton Kellogg at the regional this weekend. Lawton went on to add a 195.80 in round two- and a 294.30 in round three to win the championship. Delton Kellogg scored a 202.50 in round one, a 177.10 in round two and a 271.90 in round three. The other three regional qualifying teams were all over 190 in round two. The Panthers’ previous best in that round had been a 173.12 last month. “We changed out one of our skills (in round two),” Reynolds said. “We took our front walkover out and put in a near arm cartwheel. We cleaned up the round and we got our highest score of the season in round two.” Lawton took the district championship with a total score of 711.70. Gobles was second with 696.04 points, ahead of Lake Michigan Catholic 681.82 and Delton Kellogg 651.50. “They did exactly as planned,” Delton Kellog g head coach Zoe Reynolds said. “I did not share scores with them all evening. 1 truly wasn’t positive we were moving on ‘til right before they announced scores. These ladies have trusted me and worked hard to improve this season. We made a few more changes Thursday to our second round which showed Friday.” The season came to an end for the Lions as well as most of the district’s other teams. Hartford was sixth overall with a score of 634.92, ahead of Lawrence 624.20, Union City 591.60, White Pigeon 579.34, Schoolcraft 576.96, Quincy 571.40, Bridgman 552.48, Bronson 521.80 and Bloomingdale 357.30. Call any time for Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 2019 BOARD OF REVIEW NOTICE Vermontville Township P.O. Box 215 Vermontville, MI 49096 2019 BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING SCHEDULE The Vermontville Township Board ofReview for 2019 will be held at the Vermontville Opera House, 230 S. Main St. on the following dates: Tuesday, March 5th 8:00am to 9am for an Organizational Meeting. Petitions/Appeals will be heard on: Monday, March 11th, 3:00pm to 9:00pm = Appeal Hearing. Tuesday, March 12th, 9:00am to 3:00pm = Appeal Hearing. 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February 23, 2019 FFA has helped shape futures for generations Maple Valley FFA member Alexis Nelson is pictured with the calf she raised for the Eaton County 4-H Fair. Taylor Owens StaffWriter FFA used to stand for Future Fanners of America, and, in many ways, still does, but the organization that first adopted the name in 1928 has grown so much over the past several decades that those three letters now stand for much more. The National FFA Organization, which adopted its current name a little more than 30 years ago, has come to represent more than a step toward a career in agricul­ ture. The organization teach­ es young people leadership and personal growth and pro­ vides innumerable opportu­ nities for members to learn life skills that can help lead them to any number of careers in the future. FFA is one of the largest youth leadership organiza­ tions in the country, and the organization will celebrate EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP Josey Terpening is the current Maple Valley FFA chapter president. (Photo provid­ ed) Haylee Scott raises pigs at the FFA agriculture barn at Maple Valley. (File photo) National FFA Week Feb. 16-23. The Maple Valley FFA chapter currently has 73 members, adviser and agri­ culture teacher Aaron Saari said, and has produced three PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Sup pl i handicap, familial status, national origin, age or marital 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 viola­ tion of the law. Our readers are hereby informed state officers in less than 15 years. The most recent was state Treasurer Marcum Terpening in the 2017-18 school year, whose younger sister Josey Terpening is the current pres­ ident of the Maple Valley chapter. Like her two older broth­ ers, Josey Terpening joined in the seventh grade. She had already joined a 4-H club to show horses, but found new opportunities for leadership and public speaking through FFA. “My favorite part of FFA is just getting to experience both sides of agriculture and that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report a Me discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451 -2980. The HUD toll-free telephone num­ ber for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Digital TV Antennas Cell Phone Boosters 317.e4e.OAS9 WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. 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The contest About half of the FFA industry in the state and stu­ requires FFA members to members at Maple Valley dents can have a viable memorize the FFA creed, have had a supervised agri­ career in some aspect ofagri­ recite it in front ofjudges and cultural experience at home, culture.” answer their questions on the such as raising animals or He’s found many students history and importance ofthe working on- a farm, but don’t realize how valuable creed. Terpening said many others some ofthe things they do in “I knew that it was going haven’t had those experienc­ FFA mean while they’re in to be hard for me, but I was es. Almost all of those stu­ high school. Some ofhis for­ willing to put in the effort,” dents get hands-on experi­ mer students are now agri­ Terpening said. ence raising pigs, working on culture teachers themselves, Maple Valley FFA adviser tractors and more. such as Chloe Babcock and Aaron Saari encouraged Every year the FFA brings Nicole Porter. Marcum Terpening to try the speaking a taste of agriculture to the Terpening now works for contest because it was a good elementary schools at Maple PM Precision Planting, introduction to public speak­ Valley with Project Red. The Matthew Scott is a techni­ ing, since competitors do not members bring animals, trac­ cian at Greenmark have to prepare their own tors and farm equipment Equipment, Eric Scott is a speech. from home for young kids to diesel mechanic and Jadelyn “I feel the biggest thing see close up. Stewart who is pursuing a that FFA does for students is Opportunities such as the masters degree in animal sci­ have them get out of their state and national conven­ ence. shell as well as expose them tion; district, regional and “I think (FFA) will go as to the many careers in state competitions; and far as my students want to Agriculture and Natural scores of chapter events, take it,” Saari said. “I present Resources,” Saari said. which allow current mem­ them the opportunities to Terpening placed in the bers to mingle with alumni, take advantage of, the stu­ district competition and went younger students and the dents can take the opportuni­ on to compete in the regional community fill the calendar ties as they come or they can level in the seventh grade, for area FFA members, each pass them up. It is the ones and again as a freshman. In event providing another that take advantage of them her sophomore year, she chance for young people to that will be more successful competed public speaking, continue to grow and better in life and in their career.” and won first place at the themselves along the way. district level. “I have had several former But what Terpening likes students give credit to FFA as about the Maple Valley chap­ well as Ag Class activities ter is the mix of agriculture when they are doing job and leadership from the stu­ interviews, running business dents. meetings, doing technical “I try to focus on both at jobs, etc,” Saari said. Call 269-945-9554111 MapleValleyNCWSadS �Just Say ’As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, February 23,2019 — Page 11 LARGE We Ship t All! Authorized Shipping Outlet Authorized ShipCenter’ Pack & Ship 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) Hastings lUi PvUG'v 269.945.9105 OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:30 - 5:30 �Page 12 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, February 23, 2019 Slaght and Brumm third at regionals;earn spot in Finals A couple couple of of the the Lions Lions’’ A lightweights will be making the trip to Ford Held next weekend. Maple Valley freshman Matthew Slaght and sopho­ more Jesse Brumm have more individual wrestling ahead of them thanks to their third-place finishes at Saturday’s Division 4 Individual Regional Regional Tournament in New Lothrop. Brumm will return to Ford Field in Detroit for the Individual State Finals for a second time, and Slaght will make his first appearance there after getting through the regional round of the state tournament. Brumm was the state runner-up at 112 pounds pounds aa year year ago. ago. He He is is 112 now 44-3 this season. Brumm fell 5-4 in his opening round bout with Blanchard Montabella’s Ethan Crawford, but rebounded to score a 9-0 win over St. Louis’ Craig Bebow and a 5-1 win overAlvesteffer in the blood round (consola­ tion semifinals). Slaght scored a 13-1 win over Blanchard Montabella’s Ben Pitts to open his regional action, but then was bested 9-4 by St. Charles’ Isaiah Mullins in the semifinals. Slaght survived his blood round match, leading 7-6 when Ravenna’s Nicholas Scofield had to default due to an injury. Brumm bested New Lothrop’s Alex Wolford 11-0 in their match for third place. Slaght scored a 4-3 win over Hesperia’s Aydan Roesly in his third-place match. Slaght upped his record to 32-12 for the year with the win over Roesly. The Lions’ senior regional qualifier Nick Martin won his first match 5-0 against Ubly’s Shane Osantowski, but then was pinned in his final two matches by Carson City-Crystal’s Daniel Smith andMartin’s Cooper Simmons. Martin ends his season with a 34-17 record. Lansing Christian sends Lion seniors out early Maple Valley senior Carson Hasselback takes his turn kissing the Lion at center-court before leaving Thursday’s senior night bailgame against Lansing Christian late in the fourth quarter at Maple Valley High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Brett Bremer Sports Editor Senior Austin Zank got a little head start on his class­ mates. Zank was the first senior from the Maple Valley varsi­ ty boys’ basketball team to get to kiss the Lion at cen­ ter-court on the floor of the Maple Valley High School gymnasium Thursday eve­ ning. He was whistled for his fifth foul with his Lions trail­ ing visiting Lansing Christian 51-37 with 3 minutes and 2 The Lions end the GLAC the fourth quarter. The Lions seconds remaining. season with a 2-9 record, never got closer than 11 In about two minutes, the only able to get one of their points the rest of the way. rest of the Lions senior regu­ two regularly scheduled Booher led Maple Valley lars took their turns dropping match-ups in with with 19 points in the loss. down in the push-up position Stockbridge. Hasselback had eight and and pressing their lips to the Maple Valley was down junior Jonathan Rosenberg hardwood - Noah Hansen, just five points with five and finished with five points. Dylan Wagner, Gavin Booher a half minutes to go in the Lansing Christian got 21 and Carson Hasselback. third quarter Thursday. An points from junior center The Pilgrims would go on 11-5 run by the Pilgrims to James Felton, ten from to close out a 57-37 win over close out the quarter upped Weston Block and 11 from the Lions in their Greater their lead to double figures, Jalen Schafer. Lansing Activities and then Lansing Christian The Pilgrims close out the Conference ballgame. scored the first five points of GLAC season at 3-9 having won three of their final four conference contests. They knocked off the Lions in Lansing 63-60 in overtime YOUR HOMETOWN PROJECT Saturday and pulled out an 87-82 win in triple overtime Dw World Leader In Specialty Building Products. PREMIUM at Lakewood Monday. “Innovation is our most valuable asset~ HEADQUARTERS! GRADE WOOD FUEL PELLETS Ea..S, VNnt Booher had 17 points, ARMSTRONG 100% WOOD Hasselback 14 and Rosenberg USG DRYWALL ten in the Lions loss in CEILING VINYL SIDING Lansing Saturday. The Lions TILE rallied from a seven-point OAK, PINE Harbor­ halftime deficit to tie the DRY MIX CRETE MOLDING ballgame at 55-55 and force CABINETS overtime. PLYWOOD-LUMBER Come j Felton had 20 points for nome.to 4 the Pilgrims and Peters fin­ PRE-HUNG ished with 14, including a STEEL DOORS pair of threes - his team’s only two triples of the ball­ PAINTS game. FIBERGLASS The Lions also fell to the INSULATION propane GLAC champions from THERMAURU tanks 20T Johns Manville DOORS Perry 61-33 on the road last RUED HEW Friday and 72-48 at BOOTS FOR Stockbridge Tuesday. THE FAMILY RugtMor Maple Valley goes to supplies! Don't Have What Bronson Wednesday for its You Want? REN&TAL I Division 3 District Semifinal We will be glad match-up to open the state to order it for you! postseason tournament. Monday Bronson and the Lions both thru drew a bye. Saturday The district’s lone opening 7:30 am to round contest sees Union 5:30 pm City take on GalesburgLUMBER & HARDWARE Augusta Monday. The win­ 219 S. State in Nashville • 852-0882 ner ofthat match-up takes on www.HometownLumber.com Delton Kellogg in the second semifinal of the day Maple Valley senior guard Gavin Booher gets to the rim for two of his team-high 19 points Thursday against visiting Lansing Christian. (Photo by Brett Bremer) SUPPLIES HOMETOWN II Maple Valley sophomore Buck Schrader fires up a jump shot during the second quarter of the Lions’ GLAC bailgame against visiting Lansing Christian Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Wednesday. The district final is sched- uied for March 1 at 6 p.m. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-03-02.pdf 049051cb3f2ac4ea3805cda31e614f66 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 9, March 2, 2019 Nashville approves new $2 million budget Taylor Owens StaffWriter The Nashville Village Council approved a $2 mil­ lion-plus budget for the 2019-2020 fiscal year, repre­ senting a $152,439 increase over the prior fiscal year. In a regular meeting Thursday, the council received no comment from citizens on the proposed $2,041,783 budget, but the session was contentious at times when questions were raised by council member Gary White. White cast the lone dis­ senting vote when the budget was approved. During the public hearing, White read a letter he wrote to the council, stating he believed the village should make between $15,000 and $19,000 in cuts from Emergency Medical Services, parks and cemetery and water fund - and move that money to the general fund. Clerk Lynette Adgate said the extra $2,000 in the EMS budget, beyond what the vil­ lage is scheduled to pay, is becadse the payments were subject to review and might change. Village Department of Public Works Director Scott Michigan ■SL-SQtI'CEME \ N i AL V 1L L:A C- EL ■HiSTWcA L s: CIET Y OF M10H WAN M;1N;jJGNIT 10N OF ■ • Kayce Nelson will be trained for the treasurer position to replace Lois Elliston, who will retire in June after 43 years of service to the village. Decker said the water funds are in place so they can be eligible for grants, and he cited a study by the state Department ofEnvironmental Quality on work that may need to be done on the water infrastructure. Adgate said funds in that part of the bud­ get cannot be moved if they come from water bill pay­ ments. Village President Mike Kenyon said he had all the faith in the world that former village clerk, Cathy Lentz, Adgate and the village department heads knew what they were doing when they put together the budget. “So we don’t need to be here then?” White said. “There’s the door, Gary, if that’s how you want to be about it,” Kenyon replied. “It’s like you’re accusing FOUNDEOMfN FOR MORE T H A N M Y E A RS’W CONT1 NL’OUS OPERAlMWpV TO THE PEOPLE OF M 1’C'H'i€• AN■ AND FOR CONTRIBUTE S TOrTHE. GROWTH AND V;TA ITY OF OUR STATE them.” Decker asked what specif­ ic issues White had with the budget. “You’re attacking A sign commemorating the Village of Nashville’s 150­ my department,” he said. year history will be placed in the park downtown. “There’s no sense in talking to you, you-re being overbearing,” White said, White was sitting. year 2018-19 amended bud­ accusing Decker of having The budget was approved get included: An additional “an attitude.” by a 5-1 vote, with council $20,238 in the administrator “I think the attitude is on member Steve Priddy absent budget, due to the hiring of that end ofthe table,” Decker because of medical reasons. replied, indicating where Changes from the mid- See BUDGET, page 10 Sing Studios brings home 66 trophies Teacher Sarah Shoemaker and student Lillian Storrs are shown with trophies from the Michigan Music Association Competition in Kalamazoo. Taylor Owens StaffWriter Sing Studios in Vermontville took about 25 people to the Michigan Music Association Competition in Kalamazoo and brought home 66 tro­ phies last weekend. Sing Studios’ owner and teacher Sarah Shoemaker said it was the most students Audrey Drury, Garrett Pearson, Caerul Carpenter, Grace Widenhoffer, Katie-Grace Burd, Elliana Ballah, Lillian Storrs and Janae Ballah. (Photos provided) they’d ever had enter the competition. Sing had 78 total entries from its students across a variety of singing categories, including classi­ cal, pop, Broadway and inspirational. Sing student Gianna Weidig also took first place in the open category, a first in Sing Studios’ six years at the MMA Competition. See TROPHIES, page 2 Lions celebrate their top fall athletes March is Reading activities take off at local libraries Lakewood choral group seeking new members Lion defense shuts down Spartans for third girls basketball victory �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, March 2,2019 Congregational Church hosting March 9 breakfast The First Congregational Church in Vermontville will host its monthly free break­ fast from 7 to 10 a.m. Saturday, March 9. Free will donations, for the Vermontville Township Library summer reading pro­ gram, will be accepted. As part of that program, the library will be hosting an event in conjunction with Longway Planetarium for kids to learn how to build and fly a rocket. All are welcome to attend the breakfast. TROPHIES, continued from page 1 The students stayed in Kalamazoo for three days. Shoemaker said the trips are a chance for the teens to bond and have fun. They all support each other, because only they can empathize with the challenge of competitive singing, she said. “Singing is such an exposed part of who you are, it takes real guts,” Shoemaker said. Some of her students were shaking the first time they were in competition. Shoemaker said. But, once they get experience, they can hit the performances as they practiced. “When I was in school, I wasn’t given the opportunity to do this kind of thing,” Shoemaker said. It was a challenge for her when she faced the pressure of singing in college, but she said her kids will have no problem auditioning for opportunities once they grad­ uate. She also believes the competition will prepare for them for other aspects of life, too. “They learn to not place their validation on someone else’s opinion, they learn to place it on their own,” Shoemaker said. Many of Sing Studios’ stu­ dents are currently practicing for their next, even bigger, competition in April, the American Guild of Music Great Lakes Regional Competition. Last year was the studio’s first outing at the Great Lakes Regional, and four students advanced to the national competition in Cincinnati, where they took home more trophies. Lions celebrate their top fall athletes Richard Henney to celebrate 90th birthday Maple Valley High School celebrated its varsity fall athletes who earned post-season honors recently, most of whom were all-conference selections in the Greater Lansing Activities Conference. The group included (front from left) Keilyn Carpenter (volleyball), Trista Medina (volleyball), Josey Terpening (volleyball), (second row) Ashlyn Wilkes (cross country), Jamie Steele (cross country), Megan Valiquette (cross country), Ben Benedict (cross country), (third row) Carson Hasselback (soccer), Dylan Wagner (soccer), Garrett Pearson (soccer), Eli Nelson (soccer), Devin Thompson (soccer), (fourth row) Noah Hansen (football), Austin Zank (football), Aaron Gorman (football), Nick Martin (football), Hugheston Heckathorn (football), (back) Lane Pixley (football), Gavin Booher (football) and Tristin Clark (football). sec (ijdtl® tad®15 Hud® towdl 0®. fltckri [wid in li> pnidofc itmlikU logngiDik tatuldui Currently, Richard (Dick) Henney, of Hastings, was bom March 5, 1929. He will be celebrating his 90th birthday on March 5, 2019 at 5574 Hart Rd., Hastings, MI 49058. A card shower would be appreciated in his honor. 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Main St. _517852.0313 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 2,2019 — Page 3 March is Reading activities take off at local libraries The Lakewood Area Choral Society seeks altos, tenors and basses to add to its roster. The new season will include a performance tour in Missouri and Tennessee Members are pictured here on a previous tour in Washington, D.C. (File photo) Lakewood choral group seeking new members Anyone looking to join an regarding the choral society’s adult choir group is invited to operation and voice inter­ audition with the Lakewood view specifics will be given Area Choral Society. following the rehearsal. The choir is under the Those interested in becom­ direction of Dr. Robert C. ing members will have a Oster. voice interview to check The choral group was range and experience. Voice formed in January 1986 to interviews for altos will be provide adults from, in, and from 6 to 6:50 p.m. March around the Lakewood school 18, and from 6 to 6:50 p.m. district with an opportunity for tenors and basses March to sing in a large, semi-pro­ 25 at Grace Lutheran Church, fessional chorus. 239 E. North St., Hastings. Currently, the After the voice interviews, 100-plus-member choral prospective new members society includes amateur will be invited to sit in on singers representing 21 com­ that evening’s sectional munities and 25 ZIP codes in rehearsal. Once that is suc­ western and mid-Michigan. cessfully completed, pay­ The performers range in age ment of the annual dues will from their 20s to over 80 and make membership official. repmeent various and diverse Potential new members occupations. will receive a folder ofmusic “You could become one of to be rehearsed. To assist in the newest members in the experiencing the music and choir’s 34th season,” LACS camaraderie of LACS, new publicist Terry Trupiano said. members will be assigned Membership is open to mentors who will guide them anyone with choral experi­ through the first season. ence who loves to sing and Prospective new members who is willing to be dedicat­ are asked to contact LACS ed and committed to the executive assistant, Joanie LACS family. The choir is Oster, before attending the seeking new altos, tenors and first rehearsal via email, lacsmusic@gmail.com, or basses. Prospective new members phone, 269-967-7246. The choral society’s sea­ are invited attend a “Get to Know Us - No-Commitment son runs from March through each year. Rehearsal” at 7 p.m. Monday, December March 11, in the choir room Rehearsals, both full and sec­ at Lakewood High School, tional, normally take place 7223 Velte Road, Lake from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday Odessa. Visitors can use the evenings, making a two- to south entrance and proceed three- rehearsals a month commitment for singers. to the choir room. Detailed information Rehearsals are kept to a min- imum in July and August. Concerts generally begin in late April and conclude with a Christmas concert in December. This year’s concert schedule opens with a performance at Trinity Lutheran Church, Grand Rapids May 5. In June, the group will embark on a seven-day concert tour to St. Louis and Nashville. The trip includes visits to the Gateway Arch, Missouri Botanical Gardens, Grand Old Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame, the Hermitage (Andrew Jackson’s Home), and more. Members also will have two cruises, including a lunch cruise on the General Jackson Showboat. While the tour performance schedule is not completely set, the group will be performing at a Saturday evening mass at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis. LACS will perform a sacred music concert Sept. 22 at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel in Monroe. In addition, an Oct. 6 solo concert by the Lakewood Area Acapella Choir at Grace Lutheran in Hastings also is planned. New members joining this year would be eligible to join the choir on the concert tour. Further information about becoming a new member is available at lacsmusic.org; clicking on “Who We Are;” and completing the online form under “Joining LACS.” Taylor Owens Staff Writer Maple Valley’s local libraries will have a variety of activities for kids and adults, from cooking to character visits, during March is Reading month. At Vermontville Township Library, attendees can learn how to turn their old T-shirts into new useful items, such as totes and scarves, during a free class at 6 p.m. March 7. A character from “Dragon Loves Tacos” will visit the library for a program that includes crafts and snacks at 6 pjn. March 14. An authentic Chinese cooking demonstration host­ ed by Louie Ming will start at 6 p.m. March 28, in the Vermontville Community Center. The event is limited to 50 people. Register for this program at the library. Putnam District Library will be visited by Curious George at Storytime at 11 a.m. March 15. The library also will host a Michigan Author’s Visit from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 23. Visiting authors will talk about the process of writing and publishing their books, and answer attendees’ ques­ tions. Authors will include: Julie Nelson, Stacey Silak, Jordan Scavone, Andrew Allen Smith, Cyrus Keith and Marion J. Chard. Putnam also is continuing its series “Stories Around the Globe,” featuring Kenya from 11 a.m. to noon March 30. This series is geared toward children in thirdthrough sixth-grade, and includes crafts and snacks from the respective coun­ tries. AUDITIONS, AUDITIONS, AUDITIONS The Thornapple Players will host PEN AUDITIONS Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter Book by Guy Bolton, P. G. Wodehouse, Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse (Revised 1962 version) Tuesday, March 12, 7PM Dennison Performing Arts Center 231 South Broadway in Hastings. Seniors Maple Valley News Published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com •Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com Frederic Jacobs * Publisher & Hank Schuuring • cfo ceo • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. Chris Silverman csilverman@j-adgraphics.com • NEWSROOM • Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com in high school and beyond are welcome to audition. No PREPARATION IS NECESSARY. Director - Doug Acker oM Iusic Director - Laura Soule ^Producer - Norma Jean Ackejgj Ifyou are unable to attend the audition There are seven principal roles and sixteen additional rpjes,/ ,/ some ofwhich may be doubled.io.s™' ™le' The chorus is active a nd there i |^ancing including tap for some rol or have questions, please call Norma Jean at 269 945 2332 or Doug at 269 945 9249 to set up an alternate time BEFORE the scheduled audition date. Read through is on Monday, March 18 at 7PM. Rehearsals will run Monday.Tuesday, and Thursday from 7-9:30 or 10 PM.There will be some extra dance rehearsals- dates not determined at this time. We will be rehearsing and learning choreography during spring break week. Tech Rehearsal is Sunday; April 28th Shows are at 7PM beginning on Wednesday, May 1 with an open to the public dress rehearsal thru May 4 ending with a 2PM matinee on Sunday, May 5,2019PRODUCED BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH TAMS-WlTMARK, INC. @2Smdl m The Tkomoppk *Hoyer it a non-profit crymunlkn providing theatrical epportufltfcw to 4e Barry Guiay area. For mare UoneaMoe, 945-2332 �Page 4 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, March 2,2019 Lora Loretta Babcock Vermontville Lions CLAYTON, AL Lora Loretta Babcock, age 85, of Nashville, residing in Clay­ ton, AL for the last seven years, passed away on Febru­ ary 14,2019. Bom May 22, 1933 in White Cloud, Lora was the HASTINGS, MI - Pearl daughter of the late George Stutz, age 96, of Hastings R. Wolever and Florice V. passed away peacefully on Brooks Wolever. Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019 at Other than her parents, she Spectrum Health Blodgett was preceded in death by her Campus, in Grand Rapids. husband, Dean Babcock; sis­ brother, Sherman (Wanetta) Pearl was bom in Hastings, ter, Zelpha; brother, Lloyd; Wolever; sister, Myrna (Jer­ on December 23, 1922, the infant brother, Roland; and ry) Smith; several grandchil­ daughter of the late George infant grandson, Joseph. and Mary (Thome) Roush. dren, great grandchildren, Survivors include five and great great grandchil­ She was raised in the Hast­ daughters, Virginia Todd, dren; several nieces and ings area and attended lo­ Sherrill (David) Herman, nephews; and special pet cal schools graduating from Hastings High School in long members of the First Cindy (Randy) Rodeman, dog, Lucky. Mary Jo (Randy) Holton, 1941. Mrs, Babcock will be laid Presbyterian Church in Hast­ She was married to ings and were very active for Gloria (David) Lamance; to rest at a later date in Dow­ Robert Stutz on October many years. Pearl was a faith­ one son, Kenneth Babcock; ling. 3rd, 1941 in Hastings, where ful greeter, who each Sunday the couple made their home provided church goers with together raising their three her welcoming smile. daughters. While Bob was Pearl is survived by her overseas serving in WWII three daughters, Sharon (Jer­ Pearl worked in downtown ry) Brumm, Mary (Dave) Hastings for several years in­ Williams, Sally (Lester cluding the local coffee shop. “Chip”) Fay; 10 grandchil­ Barry County Extension Calendar of Events When Bob finished his ser­ dren, Bob (Duska) Brumm, The Vermontville Lions Club announced its Students vice Pearl focused on taking Adam (Tammy) Brumm, 2012 of the Month for January, chosen by their teachers and care of the family, and took Cindy Westerink, Nicholas Mar. 4 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting great pride in the families (Mamie) Williams, Travis Mar. 6 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, administrators. Shown is sophomore Curtis Walker home. ,being presented with the certificate from Lions Club (Stephanie) Williams, Ash­ 7 pjn., Extension Office Pearl loved to sew, and ley (Corey) Fueri, Melis- Mar. 6 member Bill Martin. Teen Leader Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension while her daughters were sa (Scott) Daniels, Nicole Office young she would spend hours Cronk, Zac (Nicky) Fay, Mar. 7 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center making outfits for their dolls. Miranda (William) Davis; 18 Mar. 11 Horse Mandatory Meeting for parents, 6:30 Once all of her daughters great grandchildren, and four p.m. Expo Center were in school full-time she great great grandchildren Mar. 16 Dairy Mandatory Meeting, 10 a.m., Expo returned to the workforce She was preceded in death Center working at Parmalee’s Dress by her beloved husband Bob; Mar. 18 Dog Project Meeting, 6:30 pm., Emmanuel Shop in Hastings. her brother. George, and half Episcopal Church in Hastings Spending time with fam­ sister, Annie Jewell Mar. 19 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 ily was always something Funeral services were pjn., Extension Office she looked forward too, and held at the First Presbyterian Mar. 19 Exploration Days Registration Begins, 9 a.m. was known for cooking for Church of Hastings on Fri­ anyone who was attending day, March 1, 2019 with Jim Mar. 21 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center a family event. The couple Spindler and Rev. Dan Birch­ enjoyed spending summers field officiating camping in Barryton Mich­ There was a time offellow­ igan, and welcomed family ship and refreshments imme­ and friends during the warm diately following the funeral summer months. service at the First Presbyte­ After retiring Bob and rian Church in Hastings. Pearl enjoyed spending Interment took place fol­ the winter months travel­ lowing the fellowship time at ing throughout the Western Striker Cemetery, Hastings. Pastor Joe Benedict question is, have we done United States. Florida was Vermontville Bible what is necessary to be Memorial contributions always a special destina­ can be made to the Hospice Church saved from death and ush­ tion especially during Major ofdonor’s choice “It’s not the fact that you ered into eternal life? What League Baseball’s spring can’t think it over, but that it must we do to be saved? Funeral arrangements have training. They enjoyed vis­ been entrusted to the Daniels might all be over before you In John 5:24, Jesus it so iting the ballpark taking in Funeral Home in Nashville. have time to think.” ~ R. clearly, “He who hears My a game during those early For further details please vis­ Larry Moyer Word and believes in Him spring months. When I was in my teens, who sent Me has everlast­ it our website at www.danJunior Kaycie Schrader is awarded Student of the Pearl and Bob were life- ielsfimeralhome.net I was required to get a pass­ ing life (right now), and Month by Vermontville Lions Club member Bill Martin. port for a mission trip to shall not come into judg­ Mexico. I put it offbecause ment, but has passed from they said it should only take death into life.” about four to six weeks. The So, what does God’s problem was that I was Word say we need to hear? young and was acquiring a The truth that every one of passport for the first time. us has a sin problem. God What should have only demands perfection, and we Grand Valley State Ayers, Allie B. Cates, taken four to six weeks took fail to be perfect. “The M. Cotter, about nine weeks. At this wages of sin is death, but University has released the Cassandra time, we were already going the gift of God is eternal life names of students who were Alexzander S. Cuttie, Kelsie to be in Mexico, or at least in Christ Jesus our Lord placed on the dean’s list for J. Femsler, Hannah M. the rest of our team was. (Romans 6:23).” What must the fall 2018 semester. The Griffith, Jennifer A. Hoxie, list includes students who Mackenzie E. Huffman, After a series of taking we believe? We must trust maintained a 3.5 grade point Katlin M. Medler, Lindsey risks, I ended up being Jesus Christ, the one who average while carrying a M. Nichols, Ross A. allowed to travel to Mexico. died for our sins and rose to minimum of 12 credits. Evaporators • Bulk Tanks • Tubing Schmiedeknecht, Brendon J. There are always risks life, as the only way to Local students who quali­ Simmons, Sydney J. Spotts, Containers • Maple syrup and when we put off until heaven. We do not need to fied include: Krista D. VanOrd, Kensey R. ______ Maple products • Etc. tomorrow what we should feel like we have eternal Bellevue Sydney E. VanPatten, Riley M. Wertz. 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Tuesday, Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, March 4 Wednesday, March 6 Salisbury steak, baked potato, dinner roll, orange. Potato crunch pollock, coleslaw, tator tots, banana. Thursday, March 7 Sliced turkey, stuffing & gravy, baked sweet potato, Prince Charles vegetables, fruited jello. Friday, March 8 Vegetarian lasagna, tossed salad, dinner roll, fruit. Tuesday, March 5 Sliced turkey & cheddar cheese, sandwich thin, coleslaw, fruited jello. Wednesday, March 6 Vegetarian salad, chef Tuesday, March 5 Broccoli stuffed chicken, mashed red potatoes, green beans, diced peaches. Wednesday, March 6 Potato crunch pollock, lima beans, red potatoes, banana. Thursday, March 7 Friday, March 8 Cheese cubes, club crackers, black bean salad, Mandarin oranges. Macaroni and cheese, lima beans, cauliflower, apple. Activities Calendar Monday, March 4 - Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 a.m.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 a.m.; TV Strings Now Scheduling Appointments MAPLE^VALLEY Accounting and Tax, LLC Wednesday, March 6 - Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 a.m.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Move for Better Bal PD 4:30 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.; Legal Aid 11 ajn.noon Woodland: Card Games 11 ajn. Delton:: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. N/W - BP Checks 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 7 Friday, March 8 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 9:30 a.m.; Iron Rails 10: 30 a.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Antenna Men ^i Digital TV Antennas Cell Phone Boosters 517.648.0439 tVAMTENNA & TOWER INSTALLATION, REPABi REMOVAL rww.tneantehn .cor DAYTIME APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE Jill Hickey Tracy Janousek Amy Peters CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Charlotte A.M. Worship.................................................. 11 Morning Worship......................................... 11 .Evening Worship 6 p.m. one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. Evening Worship............................................ 6 .Wednesday Family Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Night Service................................ 6:45 p.m. Wednesday Evening: . Phone:(517)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) FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St, REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR 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 is Someone Special." 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Senrice 10 a.m. ................... 9:45 a.m. For Sunday: A.M. Worship............. 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............. .......... 6 Wednesday Evening: For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE a.m. Worship 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................... 8:30 a.m 8593 Cloverdale Road We seek to feed the hungry, (1/2 mile East ofM-66, P.M. Senrice.... 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................. 930 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St Rose Catholic Church, Hastings (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH A.M. Senrice.... ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH both spiritually and physically. .............. 10 ........ 11:15 ................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. ........ 9:45 . Mickey Cousino Worship Service.............. .... 11 a.m. . Certified Lay Minister Sunday Evening Senrice .... 6 p.m. . Phone 616-765-5322 Wed. Evening Senrice... 630 p.m. AWANA.............................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH WEST BENTON CHURCH Children's Classes, Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, A.M. Senrice.................................................. 11 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Leadership Training P.M. Senrice.................................................... 6 M-79 West Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Worship.......................................... 11:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Contemporary Senrice, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Sun. Praise & Worship 1030 a.m., 6:00 Everyone GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday Senrices: Common Prayer used for all senrices. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5 mi. south ofNashville) 301 Fuller St, Nashville Sunday School Nashville, Ml 49073 ............................. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ..................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion Parsonage: 517-852-0685 Sunday School PEGGY BAKER Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Worship Service........................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR KAREN KINNEY 517-588-8415 PASTOR Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange 2415 McCann Road Sunday School............................. 11:00 a.m. .Church Service "No matter who you are, or where you are on life'sjourney, you are welcome here. ’ CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Located on the comer of State and Washington streets United Methodist Women: (517)726-0258 11: 00 a.m........................................ Fellowship Phone (269) 963-7710 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI Sunday School.............................. 10:30 a.m. and many other activities. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Vermontville, Ml 49096 10: 00 a.m......................... Youth Groups, Bible Study 517-726-0526 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Church Sendee...................................... 9 a.m. (Nursery Provided) A Spirit-filled Church 5505 North Mulliken Road, 803 Reed St, Nashville Prayer Meeting................................................ 7 efforts and evidence and Wai Mart. body searches. ■ Participated in training at Members participated in the National Mounted Police the following events for Colloquium at the Kentucky 2018: Horse Park where several • Presented the Colors and members took top honors in honored fallen officers at the the competition following Michigan Horse Expo at the training. Michigan State University. • Educated children and ■ Sponsored and participat­ adults about horses at the ed in a four-day training clin­ Windsor Township Fire ic with Bill Richey of Department Fire Safety event National Mounted Police and Safety Patrol Picnic at Services where Eaton County Hawk Island. Mounted Officers, civilians • Spent time at the range, and Mounted Officers from qualifying and improving other units trained together. shooting skills. • Carried the Colors at the In 2018 alone, the ll Grand Ledge St. Patrick’s active members of the Eaton Day and Charlotte Frontier County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Division spent over Day Parades. • Patrolled the Vermontville 274 hours serving the com­ Maple Syrup Festival where munity at events, 621 hours two of our members helped training their horses for the bring a runaway team of events, and 252 hours in horses pulling a wagonload meetings planning events of people under control and and managing the business guided them away from a affairs of the unit for a total group of people in wheel­ of 1,122 hours ofvolunteered chairs that had been in their time. path. In order to offset some of • Patrolled and directed their costs, the Mounted runners at the Five-O-5K Division holds an annual race at Sharp Park and country music show in the Dimondale 5K. fall. This event is held at • Gave elderly people a CPAC in Charlotte and has chance to get acquainted with brought many well-known horses at a Charlotte retire­ artists in the country music ment home. industry to perform. ■ Patrolled during the fire­ I couldn’t be more proud works display at Sharp Park of this group of dedicated and Airstream event in Eaton volunteers. They represent Rapids. the Sheriff’s Office with • Educated children and pride, enthusiasm, and pro­ adults about horses at the fessionalism that is unsur­ Kids Day Camp and Touch- passed. a-Truck event at Sharp Park, and a bicycle and horse safe­ Yours in Public Safety, ty event at the Charlotte Sheriff Tom Reich GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School.................................... 10 a.m. Sunday: ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES In the past week, the Eaton County sheriff’s deputies have responded to 35 alarms, 13 car accidents, 37 citizen assists, 13 well-being checks, 21- domestic disputes, 27 shoplifting complaints, eight larcenies, 13 vehicle slidoffs, 12 operating vehicles while impaired, five personal injury crashes, 31 property damage crashes, 45 suspi­ cious situations, 46 traffic hazards, 215 traffic stops, 27 vacation checks and 23 traf­ fic violations. Overall, deputies respond­ ed to 920 calls for service and events. Over the next three weeks, I want to take the opportunity to familiarize you with the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office volunteer groups. To start off the series, I want to introduce you to our Mounted Division Unit. The Eaton County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Division was formed in 1974. The purpose of the unit is to educate the public on horse­ manship and donate their ser­ vices to the community at public events. They hold equine-related educational seminars and clinics for the public as well as presenting educational programs to school-age children. They promote, both directly and indirectly, interest in the horse and horseback riding as a hobby, relaxation, and recreation and develop fel­ lowship among those who share this interest. They also assist Eaton County Animal Control in search and rescue Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads 157 South Main, Vermontville, MI • 517-726-1300 information call 1-269-731-5194. - Hastings: Line Dancing 9: 30 a.m.; Irish Music w/ Maggie 10:30 a.m.; Brain n: Works 1 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.;TVTime. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. We Specialize in: • Individual Taxes • Farm Taxes • Small Business Taxes • Bookkeeping ocal Church Schedule - 5 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.. Sliced turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, applesauce. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, March 4 March Hastings: Mardi Gras Party Ihesday, March 5 Broccoli stuffed chicken, mashed red potatoes, roasted Brussels sprouts, apple. NEWS FROM THE EATON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE PASTOR: DON ROSCOE 304 Phillips St, Nashville Wed. Senrice.................. 7 p.m. (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Worship............................................................ 7 Phone: (517) 852-1783 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 517-652-1580 269-763-3120 �Page 6—Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 2,2019 Fuller Street becomes Camp Read Taylor Owens Staff Writer Fuller Street Elementary kicked off March is Reading month with Literacy Night under the theme “Camp Read” Thursday night. There were 16 rooms open with teachers hosting games like bingo and hangman, making crafts like paper pup­ pets and bookmarks or read­ ing with a flashlight. Students also entered their names into a drawing to win a free book. Organizer and first-grade teacher Tammi King said they received a lot of dona- tions from the community, including from the Parent Teacher Organization and local businesses. Fuller Street students also are encouraged to read throughout the month for prizes donated by the com­ munity. After his name was drawn, prizewinner Colton Musser gets some help from Principal Cindy Trebian to claim his Claire Miller makes a bookmark during Literacy Night. (Photos by Taylor Owens) Carter Hyatt s’more snack Literacy Night. tries a during Diana Reid of the Vermontville Township Library reads to kids at *8Fturlelert Elementary. Lance and Calvin Beasley make a reading schedule for March is Reading Month. Walker, Fluke & Sheldon, plc CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS The Professional and Personal Chi for Accounting and Tax Services Olive Campbell crafts her own s’mores for theme “Camp Read. 525 W. Apple Street Hastings, Ml 269.945.9452 With offices in Hastings, Richland and Ionia wfscpas.com Landon Peabody and Hannah Campbell play bingo. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 2,2019 — Page 7 LARGE OF small We Ship t All! Next Time, Ship Your Luggage! We make it simple, convenient and stressfree Authorized Outlet Authorized ShipCenter’ sunshine Pack &ShiP 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269.945.9105 OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:30 - 5:30 �Page 8 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, March 2, 2019 Reid’s renovate lake properties Memories The Thornapple Lake Resort had a 15-room hotel, plus several outbuildings and a large dance hall at water’s edge. Being a jack of all trades, “Tex” Reid enjoyed the challenge of renovating and upgrading facilities on the 80-acre property, which he acquired for the sum of $5,000 in a 1938 estate sale. Originally known as Cole’s Resort, it was developed by Louis R Cole, a New York native who settled on the land in 1866. By the time of the Reid’s acquisition, the property had fallen into a state of disrepair. This column by the late Susan Hinckley was printed in the Jan. 31, 1989, Maple Valley News. Following is the continuation ofthefamily history compiled by Don C. Reid of Hastings, whose mother, theformer Amber Z. Cruso, was the daughter of early Nashville residents. Today’s story recalls the Reid’s acquisition in 1938 of the Thornapple Lake Resort and their subsequent renova­ tion ofthe old hotel and other facilities there. The old train station at the resort once was the arrival and departure point for numerous summertime excursions to picnic, ball games and outings to swim or boat. Area residents rode the MCRR for vacations, ranging from a day to a week or more at the resort. Stairs led from the depot to the hotel, out of view on right. LEGAL NOTICE T.S.K. “Tex” Reid still had his eye out for improving his lot in life, and one day the bank president told Dad that the old Cole’s Resort at Thomapple Lake was up for sale by the estate of (the for­ mer Nashville hardware man) C.L. Glasgow. It was kind of rundown and could be bought for $5,000. Dad thought it was a steal; Mom wasn’t all that sure, having worked there one summer in the 1920s. Logic prevailed and Dad talked Mom into the deal. So started another big part of the Reid family life, and the last one forT.S.K. The resort had been a fan­ tastic place in its day, with a 15-room hotel with a large NOTICE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary McMillian, married and Darla McMillian, married, joint tenants, to Clark Financial Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated October 30, 2002 and recorded Novem­ ber 7, 2002 in Instrument Number 1091206 and Loan Modification Agreement recorded on January 13, 2010, in Instrument Number 201001130000391, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Bank, -by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Three Thousand Seven Hundred Five and 66/100 Dollars ($83,705.66), including interest at 4.125% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of hold­ ing the circuit court within Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on MARCH 28, 2019. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County A few months before the Reids purchased the resort, Ted’s father, Charles L. Reid, came to Michigan from Texas for a three-month visit. He made the trip alone, by bus, which was quite an adventure, for he was blind at the that time. This photo taken in the summer of 1938 shows Don Reid and younger brother Robert in front; C.L. Reid and Flora Cruso in middle row; and Ted and Continued next pageAmber Reid standing back. Magic Transportation would like to hear from Individuals seeking a 269^8^6410 career in trucking Hard work, but rewarding. We are also able to train. Check out our site www.magicdelivers.com We Offer: Late Model Equipment - Peterbilt/Kenworth Weekly Pay - 25% of the gross Per Diem Paid Dead Head Mileage over 50 miles Insurance: Medical-Dental-Life-Vision - Flex Plan 40IK - Company contribution Paid Vacation Policy - Sign on Bonus Weekly runs out of Grand Rapids, MI Terminal, with all variety of equipment. ■ We are looking forward to hearingfrom you. Amber Reid (left) and her mother, Flora Cruso, are seen here in 1938 at one of their favorite pastimes, quilting. Throughout the winter of 1938-1939 the ladies tend- Michigan, and are described as: ed Reid’s Service Station near Quimby while the men-of The TLhoets East E4asatn22 2d2 feet 5fe, eetxof ocfeLot Lpott t33heand anEdaall asl t folk worked to renovate the Thornapple Lake Resort in time for summer opening. PIANO ACCOMPANIST NEEDED for Green Street Hastings First United Methodist Church. Hours would include Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings. Some experience preferred, but will look at all levels. Possible opportunities for use of other musical talents, including pipe organ experience. Job Type: Part-time Salary: Negotiable Please call 269-908-0528 and leave a message of Lots 4 and 5, except the East 49.50 feet of Lot 5, Block 26 of Lincoln Park Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the record­ ed plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats, page 55. 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 re­ demption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. 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 mort­ gage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. Dated: February 23,2019 File No. 19-001825 Firm Name: Orlans PC (02-23)(03-16) H3627 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, March 2,2019 — Page 9 Continued from previous page dining room, big kitchen, and living quarters on the east side. Guest reservations were taken in a large vestibule holding a long glass counter case with the usual candy, cigars, cigarettes, fishhooks, etc., for sale. Another side of that room served as a lounge. In addition to the hotel, there was a dance hall with a steam heat, a train station, a carriage house, bam, chicken coop, ice house and outside toilets - four-holers for both men and women, separate, of course. There was a bathhouse at the lake, where the old slide used to be, and topping it all offwas a ball diamond with a grandstand. Out back was a creek with a gravel pit. Some of the 80 acres of land ran adjacent to the shore of Thomapple Lake. All in all, both Dad and I could see visions ofthe resort becoming something big. On Nov. 14,1938, my par­ ents purchased the Thomapple Lake Resort property. It was already cold weather, and Dad wanted to begin work on the hotel and dance hall to get them ready for summer business. Our first priority was heat. The hotel had two, large wood-fired ranges in the kitchen and a pot-bellied stove in the dining room. The dance hall was heated by a steam boiler located under the old train station. Dad thought we had better get some wood for heating. He purchased an old Chevy truck and borrowed a buzz saw that could be run offanything that went around - if you had a belt to hook it up. The property had a lot of fence rows that had grown up to trees, so we hauled the saw to our west line, jacked up the left rear wheel of the truck, put a belt from the wheel to the saw pulley, and we were ready to go. Dad had hired an old Boy Scout of his, Lloyd Goodenough, to work for us through the winter, at least, and he, along with Dad and I and perhaps someone else Dad might have picked up, began the wood-gathering process. We first had to saw down the trees out ofthe fence row; these were the larger ones, at least three to four inches in diameter. After trimming off the branches, we had a large pile of trunks we began to saw into about 14-inch long firewood. This entailed plac- GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 269-945-9554 for more information. ing the logs on the saw’s moveable table, and as we pushed the table forward into the saw, off came the fire­ wood. We then stacked it in our car trailer and hauled it down to the hotel. T.S.K. was a jack of all trades, so remodeling the old hotel and other facilities there was a source of plea­ sure for him. Once we had heat in the hotel, we could begin cleaning the walls, floors and the kitchen stoves — which hadn’t seen use in several years. There was a big, long room at the top of the main stairs. Dad cleaned it out and said, “We’ll put inside restrooms here.” He was a plumber of sorts and checked with somebody to come up with a set of prints for a septic tank large enough for the hotel and the kitchen. He installed toilets in the room, connected them to the septic system and drain field: and the hotel had hot and cold running water. Dad built a pump room just off the kitchen and got the pump out of the ground into a heated room. At one time, the only running water at the hotel was from a horse trough in the attic, into which was pumped water that flowed by gravity to the fau­ cets. Dad, being an electrician, taught me about running wires and electricity, and together we wired the hotel rooms. The steam boiler that heated the dance hall also supplied steam to run a gen­ erator that lighted the hall. Both the generator and the boiler were out of commis­ sion, and no amount ofclean­ ing, repairing and coaxing by “Tex” could get them run­ ning again. He called Consumers Power, and they agreed to put electric power to the dance hall and supply gas for two unit heaters we bought from them. Dad got a pop cooler and some light bulbs, and the dance hall was ready to “shake a leg,” come summer. All this time throughout the winter of 1938-39, Mom and Grandma Cruso were operating the gas station while Dad, Lloyd Goodenough and I (after school and weekends) were working at the lake property. We cleaned out the bam, for Dad wanted cows, pigs and sheep, and we cleaned out the chicken coop to fill with chickens when the time was ripe. Things were beginning Turning (Back the Tag Tages* to take shape. Some old picnic tables were stored in the carriage shed. Dad worked on them, since he recalled the early days ofthe resort when trains made regular stops there, car­ rying people to ball games, picnics, boat rides and danc­ es. He wanted even more. Now that the train station was no longer in use, Dad decided to move it to the upper level (where the hotel was) and make a cottage out of it. By 1940, he had built two more cabins on the west side ofthe hotel, and had two on the east side. He hired Florence Howell to cook at the hotel, and this was a plus, for she was a Southern fried chicken gal. We soon had a Sunday chick­ en dinner with all trimmings to offer the public, and then as now, people flocked to the eating places. Florence’s husband, Ransom, and son, Guy, also lived at the hotel in 1940 and Steven Wheeler of Nashville (right), a junior at Alma College who plays saxophone, 1941, along with Duff and Therma Eddy to farm and performed with “The Kilties” in Detroit’s Ford Auditorium. Members of the group help with the operation. By recently returned from a tour of Poland and the Soviet Union. Pictured with Wheeler 1941, we had three milk are band director Todd Snyder and band members Craig Sutherby and Cherri cows, pigs, sheep and a hen-VandeGiessen. house full ofchickens to sup­ ply us with eggs and fresh chicken. Come summer of 1939, Dad advertised dances, both round and square dancing, but it didn’t really pay off by the time we hired a band. You need a really good crowed to make it pay. But Dad tried offering dancing for one whole year, with several different bands. I can remember Shorty Schilthroat and his orchestra playing at the dances. There was a stage at the far end of the dance floor and about a six-foot space on each side separating the floor and seats along the side, with a picket railing between the two. There was also an area Construction is underway at Carl’s Market to provide an additional 5,100 square for seating and refreshments feet to the building. at the end ofthe hall opposite the stage. The hall, which was 50 by 100 feet, could hold up to 200 dancers with­ Vermontville Township out much trouble. In 1940, we put a new roof P.O. Box 215 on most of the hotel. Bob Vermontville, MI 49096 Angell came out the help in this endeavor, tasting some 2019 BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING SCHEDULE of Florence’s good fried The Vermontville Township Board ofReview for 2019 will be held at the chicken. The grandstand was repaired, and ball teams were Vermontville Opera House, 230 S. Main St. on the following dates: recruited from players in the Tuesday, March 5th 8:00am to 9am for an Organizational Meeting. area, including Nashville and Petitions/Appeals will be heard on: Hastings. 40 years ago in the Maple Valley News 2019 BOARD OF REVIEW NOTICE (TO BE CONTINUED) NOTICE TO ALL INDIVIDUALS USING THE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP RECYCLING CENTER The Sunfield Township Board is aware that many individuals from surrounding communities are using the recycling facility. The center does not produce the revenue needed for normal operation. To be fair to Township taxpayers, effective Saturday, March 2, 2019, ONLY Sunfield Township residents or property owners will be allowed to use the Recycling Center with no fee. Please be prepared to prove Township residency, with your name and/or address. Non-residents will be charged a $10.00 fee per visit, payable in cash only. (Exact change is required.) Thank you for your cooperation. Also, due to public comment the hours of operation will changed to Wednesday’s from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday’s from 9 a.m. to noon. The Sunfield Township Board 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 equalize the 2019 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 ofreal property and personal property for 2019 are as follows: RATIO MULTIPLIER 50.00 % 1.00 Agricultural......... 1.00 50.00 % Commercial........ 50.00 % 1.00 Residential.......... 1.00 50.00 % Industrial............. 1.00 50.00 % Personal Property Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Notice: The Township will provide necessary reasonable services to individuals with disabilities at the Board ofReview meetings upon three (3) days’ notice. Contact Jack Owens, 7540 Vermontville Hwy. Vermontville MI Tele1p7 hone No. 517.403.4486 *mi �Page 10 — Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, March 2,2019 BUDGET, continued from page 1 Adgate to train under Lentz. The police budget rose $28,200 for police cameras, wage increases, overtime pay and other expenses approved by the council. The DPW budget added $62,531 to pay for a new truck, two salt spreaders, equipment repairs and other expenses. In other action, the council picked Jackie Baker Sturgis the village lawyer for policy and ordinance, to replace Kerri Selleck, who was hired by Barry County to be the chief public defender. The village also will continue to work with Bloom Sluggett on other issues, such as police cases. White questioned Stuigis’s qualifications, and said he did not see “municipal law” listed on her website. He mentioned that he called the offices of Sturgis and Sluggett to find out their fees. Kenyon raised his voice and asked, “Why did you call the lawyer, Gary?” White replied that he I don’t know whether I should be mad, or laugh.” Mike Kenyon, Village President wanted to get their fees. Kenyon asked the ques­ tion again and White gave the same response. Kenyon said that only the village president and pro tempore are allowed to con­ tact the attorneys. Sturgis came highly rec­ ommended by several offi­ cials, including Selleck, Kenyon noted. Police Chief Chris Koster said he has known Sturgis since he was a bailiff, and could speak to her abilities firsthand. White said Bloom and Sluggett are qualified for municipal work, and they might lose them, and their low rates, if they moved to another lawyer. Adgate said Sturgis charges $150 to $175 an hour, and also works a block away from the courthouse. A lawyer from Bloom Sluggett charges start at $190, plus the full commute for travel­ ing from Grand Rapids to Hastings. The village approved Stuigis as the village attor­ ney, with White casting the only dissenting vote. Kermit Douse of the Nashville Sesquicentennial Committee and Historical Society presented a Michigan Historical Marker to the vil­ lage, commemorating Nashville as a village for 150 years. The village plans to put the marker on a large rock and place it in the park downtown, which will be renamed Emory Parady Park during the Sesquicentennial Celebration in August. Also at the meeting, White read another letter, in which he defined the word “corrup­ tion” according to Webster’s “After looking into the village employees’ benefits there are things that stand out as highly suspect (as far as) meeting the definition of corruption - and do not meet Michigan labor laws.” Gary White, Nashville Village Council member Dictionary. “After looking into the vil­ lage employees’ benefits there are things that stand out as highly suspect (as far as) meeting the definition ofcor­ ruption - and do not meet Michigan labor laws,” White read. He said he had spoken to other governing bodies and private-sector individu-. als, who all agreed the vil­ lage needs legal advice. Audience member Bud Elliston, who is a member of the village planning commis­ sion, suggested White name the people he talked to, but White said he would talk to Elliston after the meeting. “No, you won’t,” Elliston replied. White listed the village’s employee compensation plan, severance pay, retire­ ment plan and employee ter­ mination policies as prob­ lems. “I don’t know whether I should be mad, or laugh,” Kenyon said. The council took no action on White’s letter. The village also unani­ mously approved the hiring of Kayce Nelson as the next village treasurer. Lois Elliston, who has worked at the village for 43 years will retire in June, and will train Nelson for the position in the meantime. Nelson previously worked for Chemical Bank in Hastings. Kenyon said he, council member Johnny Hartwell and Lentz interviewed Nelson for Lentz’s position in October, and were impressed with her inter­ view. Nelson is from Ionia, and currently lives in Hastings. She will be at the office three days for training, before moving to four days a week. Lentz retired unex­ pectedly in January. She had originally been expected to retire this May. The next village council meeting will be at 7 p.m. March 14. The new recreational mar­ ijuana law will be discussed at the council’s meeting at 7 p.m. March 28. All information on the budgets from last year and this year are available at the village office. Lion defense shuts down Spartans for third victory For Sale Business Services AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/ busi­ ness. Call Diamond Propane for a free quote. 866-579-9993. BUYING ALL HARD­ WOODS: Walnut, White Oak, For Rent •2 BEDROOM APARTMENT in Nashville upstairs, References required. Call (517)852-0852 Wanted WANTED: A 9FT wide x 10ft tall insulated garage door. Caft 269-838-7053. Business Services BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING SEAMLESS gutter. 50 colors, free estimates. Since 1959 (269)945-0004. www.bleameaves.com 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 Supplj WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. 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Ashlyn Wilkes had a teamhigh 25 points and Britani Shilton added 14 to go along with three steals each. Wilkes also had a team-high seven rebounds. Maple Valley also got six points from Ryleigh Courier and four from Trista Medina. Breanna Seavolt and Alison McGlocklin also both record­ ed three steals. Jillian Moore had six rebounds. The Lions held the Gladiators to just eight points in the first half, building a 17-8 advantage at the break. Maple Valley could have stretched its lead even fur- ther, but struggled at the free throw line going just 7-of-18. Stockbridge scored a 35-40 win over the Lions Monday in GLAC action and Potterville scored a 43-38 win over the Lions last Friday (Feb. 22). Wilkes had 24 points in that loss to Stockbridge Monday, to go with six rebounds, four steals and two blocked shots. Gwen Rogozinski led Stockbridge with 15 points and nine rebounds and team­ mate Kaylee Dalton added four points. Maple Valley closes out the regular season with a 3-16 overall record. Bronson snags last lead in district semifinal with Lions forresidental use Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY in the district opener at 7 p.m. The winner of that bail­ game moves onto Wednesday’s district semifi­ nals against Homer, back at Delton Kellogg. The host Panthers take on Union City in the other dis­ trict opener at DKHS Monday, with the winner of that bailgame taking on Galesburg-Augusta in its semifinal contest. The district championship game is scheduled for Friday, March 8, at 7 p.m. The Lions’ win over Webberville Tuesday started on the defensive side as they turned 24 steals and 33 total turnovers into 23 points. Megan Valiquette had 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 viola­ tion 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 616451 -2980. The HUD toll-free telephone num­ ber for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Curtis Walker put the Lions in front 61-60 with a minute to play, and the Lions held that lead for most of the final minute. Bronson inbounded the ball with 4.8 seconds to play and managed to earn a trip to the free throw line for senior forward Hudson Watta. He knocked down his two free throws to put his team in front. The Lions’ last gasp effort to get back in front was unsuccessful as the buzzer sounded. It was the first of two onepoint ballgames on the night, as Union City earned the chance to face Bronson in last night’s district final by scoring a 36-35 win over Delton Kellogg in the second semifinal of the day Wednesday. Walker, a sophomore guard, had 19 points for the Lions including seven in the fourth quarter. Lion senior center Carson Hasselback had 17 points and senior point guard Gavin Booher 13 points as they tried to extend their varsity careers into one more Friday night. Junior forward Jonathan Rosenberg chipped in eight points, hit­ ting a pair of three-pointers. The Lions couldn’t close out the Vikings at the free throw line. Maple Valley was 7-of-8 at the free throw line through the first three quar­ ters and then couldn’t find its stroke from the stripe in the fourth quarter hitting on just 5-of-12 attempts. A 16-9 run in the second quarter allowed the Lions to build a 27-21 lead at the half. Bronson knotted the score at 4545 going into the fourth quarter. Watta scored ten of his 12 points in the second half for Bronson. He and Blaine Robinson each scored six points in the third quarter. Brett Sikorski knocked down a pair ofthrees in the Vikings’ third-quarter surge. Sikorski had eight points in that third period and a team-high 13 on the evening. Bronson also got nine points from Robinson, and eight apiece from Conor Covey and Graham Eley. Noah Hansen and Ben Benedict had two points apiece for the Lions. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 2,2019 — Page 11 1 fofe Ah Coverage available for children with special health care needs Residents who have children with csnpAerc»iial r*c»hrro»nirc health care needs may find financial help for medical expenses through Children’s Special Health Care Services. CSHCS, a Michigan Department of Health and Human Services pro­ gram, coordinates and pays for specialty health care for children and some adults with special health care needs. The service helps pay for specialty medical bills and can cover co-pays and deductibles if individuals have insurance or Medicaid. For those who don’t have insurance, it can provide specialty coverage. Help may also be available for travel H p 1 i??* NX ’’I / ' Al j • M * ’’*a* | mt iatnsri'ijr ■ ■Wife- *uniif iK'sei Wihisi Bsiin twaan tu e’sni ftWlSss *,2’L**n Super’s Corner: March is Reading Month Katherine Bertolini Superintendent The wonder of reading changed my life when I was a child. It opened up worlds to me that made my imagination soar and helped me to see a range of history and human experience I never knew existed. I loved reading so much because ofthe journeys I was able to take in my mind, while my location stayed fixed in my small hometown of Washington, Mich. I am a huge fan of the written word and March is a time to focus on reading and all of the magic it can bring to our world. While focus months are a useful spotlight to help us channel our energy around an idea, I think we will truly be celebrating our young people’s imaginations and connections to their whole world when we engage in reading all the time. Think about ways you can read with a child. Ask them what they believe the characters are thinking, feeling and doing and invite them into the expe­ riential world of those peo­ ple. When my children were little, I was very, very keen to read with them eveiy chance I had. The quiet times we made around our bedtime reading opened up great spaces for talks about their day and how they interpreted the world through those sto­ ries. As they learned how to read on their own, one of them was really quick to acquire reading and indepen­ dence. The other one strug­ gled just to sit down to toil through flash cards and try to learn the ABCs. It was clear to me that learning to read varied widely across people because my own two children had such different experienc­ es. My husband and all of the grandparents worked together to help our child read and think and interact with the words and pictures until slowly he gained confidence and knew this was something he could do. His world opened up. For opene or some kidss, reading is easy, for others, it is really hard. For all kids, it is essential to have this skill that allows them to explore, learn and expand their abilities as adults in a rapidly changing world. It is one of the most crucial predictors of success for a child’s future as an adult. The Michigan Legislature passed a third grade reading law in 2016 requiring schools to identify students who are struggling with reading, writ- ing and comprehension. The schools then reach out to provide additional support to those students and their families with a goal to help children read at or above grade level by third grade. In the event that students are more than one grade level behind on the MSTEP state test this spring, they may be retained in the third grade. Maple Valley teachers have been working to support our students and families since 2016. We are currently work­ ing on a plan to help promote and celebrate early literacy in our school system, in our families and in our community! We want to share the information that we all need to encourage our kids to be successful in school and life! Children who started school or young 5’s in 2016 or after are impacted by this law. If children need extra support, they receive an IRIP (Individual Reading Plan) from their teachers. Teachers continue to mon­ itor, assess and support kids in school. IRAHPS are assigned for the all-important home focus on reading (Individualized Read at Home Plan). If reading, comprehension and writing scores do not meet 3r^ grade levels in spring testing, parents will be notified by June 1st and a child may be retained in the 3rd grade. If parents do not agree with retention, they can request a meeting with our school to meet and discuss the decision. Every child is unique and we work to nurture, inspire, motivate and encourage every one of them in Maple Valley. Please join us in our efforts to celebrate reading by spending some time with a child. We are seeking volun­ teers to join us in this effort. If this is something you can do, please reach out to us and join us in helping all kids Read by Grade 3! Keep out for eep an eye ou or Read ea by Grade 3 posters being designed in a competition by Junior and Senior High Students. Submissions will be viewable on our website after March 18th for public voting. Students at Fuller Street and Maplewood schools will also vote and our top three winners will receive donated monetary awards of $100, $75 and $50. Join us in promoting reading because every day is a Great Day to be a Lion! expenses related to a child’s sp ec ia lt y maeJdiincnal care, A child’s medical condi­ tion, not family income, determines ifthey qualify for CSHCS. More than 2,700 chronic medical conditions are eligible for CSHCS cov­ erage, including asthma, can­ cer, cerebral palsy, cleft pal­ ate, liver disease, limb abnor­ malities, certain vision disor­ ders, paralysis or spinal inju­ ries, cystic fibrosis, hemo­ philia, insulin-dependent diabetes, muscular dystro­ phy, certain heart conditions, epilepsy, and kidney disease. Recipient children also must live in Michigan and be 20 or younger (there is no age restriction for cystic fibrosis and hemophilia). c no n o h ; Families of all incomes may enroll their c_lhi:ildjr_e__n, inciludi ing those with other health insurance. This means that any eligible child with an accepted medical condition may use CSHCS, regardless of their family’s ability to pay. A sliding-scale fee to join CSHCS is based on family income and family size. If the client has Medicaid or MIChild insurance or has a court-appointed guardian or is in foster care, this fee is waived. The Barry-Eaton District Health Department is an advocate for CSHCS and provides services to eligible residents in Barry and Eaton counties. BEDHD works with local families to help them get needed med.i.ca.l-related services to ensure the best care. “BEDHD CSHCS serves as the link between the MDHHS, CSHCS, the fami­ ly, and the local community to assist clients in receiving services they need,” program nurse Kindra Reeser-Smith said. “I’m happy to connect with families to develop a proactive plan of care and community-based care coor­ dination.” More information can be provided to those who call 269-798-4115 (Barry County) or 517-541 -2696 (Eaton County) or visit michigan.gov/cshcs. Carbon monoxide detectors save lives 93-year-old Prairieville resident is proof Tanett Hodge Staff Writer A carbon monoxide detec­ tor saved the lives of the Dunlop family this month. When Phil Dunlop from the Prairieville area married his wife, Lucy, six years ago, she insisted that they put a car­ bon monoxide detector in their home. Two weeks ago, the CO detector went off. Dunlop unplugged it and put it back in the outlet. It continued to beep. He quickly called 9-1-1 to be safe. Within a few min­ utes, volunteers from the Prairieville Fire Department was at his door and ready to figure out what was going on. They immediately tested for carbon monoxide levels and did find a low level of it in the house. “They opened the house up and got a breeze flowing through and took another reading,” Dunlop said. He said it still showed low levels present, and they were asked to leave their home. Dunlop’s son-in-law, who works in plumbing, was called over and was able to find several small rusted areas where carbon monox­ ide was leaking from a pipe connected to the furnace. “It was hidden, and no one would have even noticed the wear,” Dunlop said. “The detector saved our lives.” With the Arctic air Michigan has been experi­ encing, heating systems are working overtime to keep families warm. Carbon mon­ oxide is a gas produced when fossil fuels do not bum com­ pletely or are exposed to heat (usually fire). These fuels include wood, coal, charcoal, oil, natural gas, gasoline, kerosene or propane. CO is highly poisonous and can be fatal if inhaled in large amounts. One cannot see, smell or taste carbon monoxide gas, which makes it even more dangerous. Carbon monox­ ide can infiltrate a home without anyone ever know- ing until symptoms strike. “I hadn’t been feeling well for a couple days, but I just figured it was a virus,” Lucy Dunlop said. Symptoms can mimic the flu, so there is not much warning, but having a carbon monoxide detectof could save lives from the silent, odorless killer. Carbon monoxide detec­ tors, like smoke detectors, can be purchased at hardware and other retailers. Through grants from the Pennock Foundation and Southside Pediatrics, Barry County also offers a free carbon monox­ ide detector and smoke detector program to those in the county, Caledonia and Lake Odessa. Applications are available at each fire department and the Barry County United Way website, bcunitedway.org. When the application is filled out, the responding fire department will call residents to set a time for inspection and installation. They check existing detectors for work­ ing batteries and wear and install new devices when needed. To date, 266 homes have been inspected throughout Barry County, United Way director Lani Forbes said, with 261 detectors being installed. Previously, she said, 79 percent of those homes had no carbon mon­ oxide detection. “Smoke and carbon mon­ oxide detectors are just like a small appliance and should be replaced every 10"years,” Forbes said. “Imagine a blender working 24 hours a day, seven days a week. They wear out,” “We are very happy to add this level of safety to the homes of the residents in the Barry County area,” Freeport Fire Chief Jim Yarger said. Phil Dunlop, a 93-year-old living example of the impor­ tance of a carbon monoxide detector, wants everyone to take advantage of this easy preventative measure. DEQ increases funding and extends deadline for recycling grants The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality Thursday announced it will increase available funding for recycling infrastructure grants from $500,000 to $3.7 million and the extend the deadline for grant applications to May 1. The DEQ originally announced this grant opportunity Nov. 21,2018, in support of the statewide recycling goals of increasing the recycling rate and ensuring convenient recycling access by supporting investment in recycling infrastructure. Given the increase in funding, DEQ is extending the application period. The recycling infrastructure grant is part of the DEQ’s fiscal year 2019 sustainability grants, which also includes scrap tire cleanup grants and scrap tire market develop­ ment grants. The increased funding has been made avail­ able by the recently estab- lished Renew Michigan Fund. Eligible entities include cities, villages, townships, charter townships, counties, tribal governments, munici­ pal solid-waste or resource-recovery authori­ ties, nonprofit organizations, school districts, health departments, colleges or uni­ versities and regional plan­ ning agencies. Funding or program partners may be for-profit organizations, but such entities are not eligible to receive grants. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 10, March 9, 2019 A local paper oftoday! Lois Elliston to serve as Sesquicentennial Grand Marshal Barry County Commissioner Ben Geiger, Centennial Queen Cathy Mix-Haylock, Nashville Historical Society Vice President Kermit Douse and Tim Rumsey unveil the countdown clock to the Nashville Sesquicentennial August 2-4. (Photo by Brittany Snook Photography) Nashville celebrates 150 days until Sesquicentennial Taylor Owens StaffWriter There are only 150 days until Nashville will celebrate 150 years as a village on August 2-4 and enthused members of the village’s Sesquicentennial Committee held a kickoff event Wednesday morning to encourage volunteers and to publicize the 'countdown news. Many people, though, have been working behind the scenes on the celebration for two years. Nashville Village President ees who gathered for Mike Kenyon, one of those Tuesday’s event at the village who’s been helping to pre­ hall. pare, said many members of After the Nashville the community remember the Historical Society started in centennial celebration of late 2016, some members 1969 fondly, and they looked joined with other people and forward to the coming ses- representatives in the com­ quicentennial as they got munity to form the older. Sesquicentennial Committee. “Small towns are the best, The organization is made up and I think everyone in this of local elected officials, room can agree,” Kenyon business owners, school said to the crowd of about 20 administrators and individual Sesquicentennial Committee See NASHVILLE, pg. 2 members and village employ- The 1 Nashville Sesquicentennial Celebration Committee announced that 70-year village resident Lois Elliston will serve as Grand Marshall for the Sesquicentennial Parade scheduled for 12 p.m., Saturday August 3. Elliston, who currently serves as Village ofNashville treasurer, was nominated by committee member Stan Graham, for her behind-thescenes leadership and quiet dedication to the community. “She collects all of the baskets at Christmas from the various organizations,” Graham said. “She personal­ ly wraps each gift that needs to be delivered to local chil­ dren, and her home is the most decorated home in town during the holidays. She and her husband always gave out those individual cereal boxes at Halloween.” Elliston took on the com­ munity project around 38 years ago. The Christmas basket program gives two gifts to each participating child, and food for Christmas dinner to participating fami­ lies. Prior to the Christmas Lois Ellison will be the Sesquicentennial Parade Grand Marshal this August. project, Lois served on a five-person citizens commit­ tee that created the Nashville Riverside Park located behind the downtown stores. As part of the project, the group obtained grants and rebooted the Nashville Harvest Festival to fundraise for the project. The commit­ tee dissolved when the vil­ lage was able to maintain the upkeep of the park, which has a playground and two ball diamonds. Elliston is the daughter of Harold and Leah Phillips, who moved to Nashville in 1949 when Lois was a high school freshman. She mar­ ried her high school sweet­ heart, Richard Elliston, fol­ lowing their graduation in 1954. They waited two years before starting their family and went on to raise three children, Cheryl, Cindy and Richard II. Richard II wasn’t yet in school when he walked in the children’s parade at the Nashville Centennial Celebration in 1969. Richard Sr. passed away a few years ago at age 79. Today, Elliston has five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and a large number of nieces and nephews. When she retires from the Village of Nashville on June 28, Elliston will have served as a village employee for 43 years. She looks forward to bowling, gardening, meeting friends for tea on Tuesdays at the Country Kettle, and find­ ing new ways to interact with the community she loves, including euchre night with the ladies at Two J’s on Wednesday evenings. Castleton moves next season’s winter meetings to 1p.m. Taylor Owens Staff Writer Believing that more people will attend meetings in the dark and inclement weather of next season’s upcoming winter months, the Castleton Township Board voted 4-1 at its regular meet­ ing on Wednesday to move meetings to be held Nov. 2019 through Feb. 2020 from its normal 7 p.m. starting hour to 1 p.m. Township treasurer Joy Mulder made the motion, saying she believes older people may have an easier time making it to winter See MEETINGS, pg. 3 Theatre program goes “Into the Woods” Taylor Owens challenge for the program. on-one to work on getting StaffWriter “The music is super diffi­ the performances right. Rehearsals for Maple cult,” said music director Grace Guernsey, who plays a Valley’s upcoming musical Rachael Ridder. Getting the witch, said the motivations theatre production of “Into harmonies, melodies and of her character can be com­ the Woods” started ahead of tempo right was a challenge pletely skewed if she doesn’t schedule, so the first few for the performers. Ridder See THEATRE, pg. 4 school cancellations because met with some students oneof the area’s considerable snow were not a problem. By Feb. 13, though, things grew complicated. “We had to divide to con­ quer,” said Maple Valley’s five-year theatre director Lion lightweights both score Julie Nelson during a 6th-place state medals rehearsal Thursday for the Vermontville Lions honor show which debuts on Thursday, March 14. Veteran of the Month Practices had to go longer, Bronson bests Lion ladies in district kids met on their own time to opener at DKHS work on the songs and non-mandatory practices had Local Little League pleased with to run on snow days. On top updates to sign-ups, competition of everything, “Into the Woods” is a different kind of In This Issue Cast members of “Into the Woods” pictured at rehearsal Wednesday are, (front row, from left) Olivia Roush, Gracie Fisher, Sydney Skelton, (second row) Aly Montiel-Vite, Kylee Forquer, Hannah Kinney, Natalie Racine, Cassie Linn, Kay Bansemer, Alyson Gusey, Ethan Kirby, Aurora Linn, Micah Drury, Emily Iszler, Zander Chrysler, (third row) Alejandra Flores, Aleasha Heaton, Carson Hasselback, Carleigh Lundquist, Natalia Garcia, Kayli Hansen, Abigail Pearson, Dusty Kistler, Grace Guernsey, Brionna Short, Lilly Laws, Holly Rosin, (back row) Olivia Peck, Matt Morris, Josiah Johnson, Garrett Pearson, Corbin Hasselback, Nick Heuser and Dominik Squires. �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 9, 2019 NASHVILLE, continued from pg. 1 volunteers. Historical Society Vice President and Sesquicentennial Committee member Kermit Douse start­ ed Tuesday’s kickoff rally by announcing the itinerary of the event. The celebration will include a Royal Court selected from local teens ear­ lier in the summer, a talent show, a mass renewal ofwed­ ding vows, musical acts, a parade, a picnic and more. The sesquicentennial will also host the Fourth Annual Barry County Chamber of Commerce Brew Fest. Kenyon also introduced the parade grand marshal, village treasurer Lois Elliston. An employee of the village since 1976, Elliston will retire in June. Douse said the Sesquicentennial Committee was looking for a grand marshal who was a long-term resident, who was civic-minded, and elected Elliston in a secret ballot from around 12 suggested candidates. Local bearded resident Tim Rumsey also announced a beard-growing competition. There will be categories for people who shaved at the 150-day mark, and for those who kept the beards they already own. “This is going to be a fun event,” Barry County Commissioner and Sesquicentennial Committee member Ben Geiger said. “We have a whole lot of ener­ gy and ideas and support.” There will continue to be fundraisers and events lead­ ing up to the sesquicentennial, and more information is available at the Nashville Sesquicentennial Celebration Facebook page, and nashvillel50.org. B u siness Services B u siit ess Services BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING SEAMLESS gutter. 50 colors, free estimates. Since 1959(269)945-0004. www.bleameaves.com GUTTER LEAF GUARD: We install several styles of leafprotection for your gutter & downspout system, one for every problem & budget. Before you sign a high priced contract with the big city firms, get a price from us. We've served this area since 1959.e., BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING (269)945-0004. 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We’ll bring RESULTS!” Sally Magoon, Associate Broker VERMONTVILLE, MI Vivian Charles Rairigh of Vermontville, passed away at home in the early morning of March 3,2019 surrounded by his loving family. He was bom at home in Woodland, on May 7, 1930 to Mearl and Clementine (Smith) Rairigh. He attend­ ed school in Woodland un­ til the middle of the eighth grade when his family moved to their farm in Sunfield Township. He completed his school years in the Sunfield School, graduating in 1948. Vivian was drafted in late 1950 and served in the U.S. Army until he was honor­ ably discharged in January 1953. Part of his time in the Army was spent in Japan in the original M.A.S.H. unit, where he served as a com­ pany clerk (like Radar). His family is very proud of his service to our country. Vivian married Marjory Ann Meyers on February 28,1953. Last Thursday they celebrated 66 years of mar­ riage, plus the time they dat­ ed bringing them together for nearly 70 years. Vivian and Marge raised their four children on their farm on Mt. Hope Hwy. In 1981 they sold their front acreage, keeping property in the woods, where they built a new home to accommodate their growing family as their children married and grand­ children were bom. Vivian was a dairy fanner from 1954 through 1968 un­ til circumstance demanded a change. He gave up the dairy cattle, but continued to farm the land as well as working at E.W. Bliss in Hastings. He was a machinist, reading blueprints and making parts for the presses produced at Bliss. In his “spare” time he liked to go fishing, and often caught some for dinner. An­ other hobby he enjoyed was making things out of wood. Anything from an intricately cut trivet to an entertainment center, boxes and bams, and baby doll beds. He created the cross that is on the out­ side of Woodland UMC. He liked to make something out of nothing, and he created for and with his kids and grand­ kids. Vivian was a devout Chris­ tian throughout his life, he walked the talk. He was a member and served in var­ ious capacities at Bismark Methodist, Woodland, Ver- montville and finally at Nash­ ville UMCs. He served his community through his work with Habitat for Humanity, and Lakewood Community Christmas baskets, and he “walked” the CROP Walks. Vivian was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, Dorothy Henney, Clayton Rairigh, Ilene Pierce, Melvin Rairigh and Ione Sayer. He was also pre­ ceded in 2014 by his son, Randall Charles Rairigh. He is survived by his wife, Marge. Also; by his daughter, Elnora (Hany) Wallin, and their children, Drew (Ra­ chael) Sayer, Craig (Erika) Sayer, and Barry (Jessica) Sayer; by Randy’s wife(Sue) Rairigh, and their chil­ dren, Ranell (Michael) Con­ ner, Mearl (Tracy) Rairigh, Devin (Danielle) Rairigh, Tamara (JC) Hurst, and Tra­ cy Thompson; by son, Dallas Rairigh and his son, Quentin White-Rairigh; by daughter, Nola (Mark) Payne and their children, Danielle Payne and Tyler (Julie) Payne; plus 22 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, me­ morial contributions can be made to Ionia County Habi­ tat for Humanity or Sparrow Hospice c/o Rosier Funeral Home, PO Box 36, Sunfield, MI 48890. Celebration of Life Ser­ vices will be held at noon Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at Nashville United Meth­ odist Church, with visitation 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, March 13, 2019, all at the church. Please visit a special page created for Vivian to leave a condolence for the family: www.RosierFuneralHome. com The family has entrust­ ed the arrangements to the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield: Rosier Funeral Home. Nancy Trask — VERMONTVILLE, MI Nancy Trask, age 66, ofVer­ montville passed away unex­ pectedly on Thursday, March 7,2019 at her home: Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please vis­ it our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net Richard Furlong 269-986-5737 smagoonrealestate@gmail.com Weichert ■HtararRSSEtaBanaui Emerald Properties 111N. Bostwick Avenue Charlotte, Ml 48813 www.weichertemerald.com Office: (517) 543-7363 WOODLAND/NASHVILLE - MI - Richard Fur­ long, age 91, of Woodland/ Nashville passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus reuniting with his wife Carolyn on Friday, March 8, 2019 Arrangements will be handled by Daniels Funeral Home Nashville Michigan. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 9,2019 — Page 3 NEWS FROM THE EATON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE In the past week, Eaton County Deputies have responded to 38 alarms, 17 car accidents, 47 citizen assists, 32 well being checks, 22 domestic disputes, 51 shoplifting complaints, three larcenies, 14 vehicle slidoffs, seven operating while impaired, 17 personal injury crashes, 37 property damage crashes, 30 suspicious situa­ tions, 47 traffic hazards, 181 traffic stops, 24 vacation checks and 18 traffic viola­ tions. Overall, Sheriff’s Deputies responded to 896 calls for service and events. Our second introduction in the series on Eaton County Sheriff’s Office volunteers is the Victim Services Advocates. The unit has been in existence since 1999, and its purpose is to ensure vic­ tims will never have to fear or grieve alone. Providing comfort and direction, Victim Advocates, also known as the Victim Services Teams, is in place to help victims and families cope with the loss of a loved one, no matter what the cause, assist a victim of a crime, or provide solutions to those in time of need such as critical medical incidents, robbery, etc. Members report to scenes, homes, hospitals — wherever they are needed. Members of Victim Advocates are trained by the Michigan Sheriffs’ Association and are directed by local sheriff’s offices in order to provide short-term crisis intervention to victims and their families. They are available to all fire and law enforcement agencies throughout the county 24 hours a day, seven days a week. In 2017, Victim Advocates members were called upon 100 times with 310 people receiving ser­ vices. They traveled 3,4225 miles while providing these services and volunteered 392 hours of service to the citi­ zens of Eaton County. In addition to these hours, Victim Advocates attend reg­ ular meetings and participate in training to maintain their skills. Victim Advocates are car­ ing, compassionate volun­ teers who are recruited from the community. Representing a broad cross-section of the population, they often have experienced their own per­ sonal tragedy and want to help others. 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Worship.......................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship.......................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting................................. 7 p.m. 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.......................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship..................................... 11 Evening Worship..................................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service............................ 6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Phone: (517) 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) ....... 9 a.m. .1030 a.m. 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 7260258 10: 00 a.m........................... Church Senrice 11: 00 a.m................................... Fellowship REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 930 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship :15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSK1 517-588-8415 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road 301 Fuller St, Nashville Sunday School............................. 9:45 a.m. 11 a.m. . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ............................................7 p.m. PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Glasses, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST . CHURCH ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: ......................... 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 795-2370 or RL Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK Worship Service........................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.......................... 11:00 a.m. PASTOR KAREN KINNEY Parsonage: 517-852-0685 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville .(comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship 830 a.m We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Sunday: A.M. Worship........... P.M. Worship .......... FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 'No matter who you are, or. where you are on life'sj ourney, you are welcome here. ’ Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (269) 963-7710 PASTOR PEGGY BAKER 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. Call for Maple Valley News classified ads 517-726-1300 (Nursery Provided) A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 The board also approved a two percent increase in board member salary. The supervi­ sor will receive $9,180 per year, the clerk is paid $17,687, treasurer receives $18,207 and trustees receive $2,081. Caslteton Township Supervisor Kevin Harris was selected for an audit of mini­ mum assessing requirements by the State Tax Commission, and received a perfect score. During public comment, Jerry Vander Roest, supervi­ sor of Charleston Township in Kalamazoo County, asked for the board’s support in his candidacy for Michigan Township Association District Director. Vander Roest would represent 55 townships if he is elected at the MTA Conference election by his fellow township board members April 2. would be able to come to the meetings if there was a need. The motion passed with Wilson the only dissenting vote. “Hopefully we can get more people that way,” Hartwell said. She acknowl­ edged the township has had trouble getting public partici­ pation at meetings for many years. There were no resi­ dents of Castleton Township at the meeting Wednesday. During the EMS report, Hartwell said the Castleton Maple Grove Nashville EMS Board unanimously moved to enter into a one-year con­ tract with Oakley as EMS Director. Oakley had been interim director since late last spring. Hartwell, who is chair of the EMS Board, said they have received positive feedback about Oakley, including from the Barry County Medical Control Authority. • NEWSROOM • Church Senrice....................... Sunday School....................... ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES meetings earlier in the day. She believes some residents may be trying to avoid driv­ ing in the dark, in bad weath­ er or trying to avoid deer. “I don’t get why we meet at 7 pm. at night,” Mulder said at Wednesday’s meeting. Trustee Earl Wilson said the time may make it hard for people on the fire department or emergency medical ser­ vices to get to the meetings, if they needed to present something to the board, like the purchase of a new truck. “But how often does that happen?” Mulder asked. “It used to happen a lot more often,” Wilson replied. Township Supervisor Cheryl Hartwell suggested the board alternate the times of their meetings, so people with different schedules could attend. Mulder added she checked EMS Director Mel Oakley’s availability, and said he Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com 157 South Main, Vermontville, MI • Local Church Schedule Sheriffs’ Association con­ ducts a 20-hour training ses­ sion which covers subjects such as the five stages of grief, effective communica­ tion techniques, law enforce­ ment protocols, and the rights of vcms o victims in n thee crmna criminal justice system. As a result of the improved communication between victims and law enforcement, conviction rates are higher in areas where there is a Victim Services Unit. The Michigan Sheriffs’ Association brought the Victim Services Unit pro­ gram to the state in 1988 and, with it, the Presidential Citation for Private Sector Initiatives in 1989. The Eaton County Victim Advocates team has received awards and numerous cards and let­ ters from people it has helped expressing their heartfelt thanks for the support, direc­ tion, advice and hugs freely given to them in their darkest hours. As Eaton County Sheriff, I am proud to have this special group of volun­ teers representing the Sheriff’s Office and provid­ ing its services to the citizens of Eaton County. MEETINGS, continued from page 1 .. 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 a.m. P.M. Senrice.............................................. 6 Wed. Service............................................ 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE Mickey Cousino Certified Lay .Minister Phone 616-765-5322 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass............................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of SL Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main SL, Vermontville Sunday School............... 9:45 a.m. Worship Senrice............ ............ 11 Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Senrice... :30 p.m. AWANA.......................... 630-8 p.m. Wed. Pastor joe benedict QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West .Worship 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 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 4—Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 9,2019 t THEATRE, continued from page 1 Crew members go over the costuming during rehearsal Thursday. The “Into the Woods” cast and crew have a meeting before rehearsal. get the tone right in her songs. In addition, the curtain does not fall during the show, so scene and prop transitions have to happen in the back­ ground over the course ofthe performance. Nelson said it makes the show move more fluidly, but it can make blocking complicated. Thursday’s practice was the first time the full cast was in costume, a big night in the rehearsal process, but many kids were absent due to ill­ ness - yet another challenge for the production. Nelson said the cast, crew and even the parents have stepped up to help keep everything on track, and “Into the Woods” is in a good spot for the first performance on Thursday. Nelson said the theatre production is like its own education program. As the students learn about the musical, they learn about the history, culture and literature surrounding it. There is even math in the complexity ofthe music. But one ofthe biggest skills Nelson sees students taking away from the pro­ gram is leadership. When the students bring her ideas about props or cos­ tumes, she gives them guid­ ance, but lets them take own­ ership of the project. Seniors become the leaders in the production, like Gracie Fisher who has danced all of her life and is a longtime theatre performer. Fisher has worked on the choreography for the last three shows. Nelson said the sense of ownership students take in the program is what leads them to work hard and take pride in what they do. She said the production has a wide variety of students with different interests, back­ grounds and personalities, but they’re all able to coop­ erate to put on a large and complex show. “All these kids come together and learn to respect each other’s differences,” Nelson said. “These kids are super close.” for FW!’ ( 1 ) Barry County Volunteer Income * Tax Assistance (VITA) With a household annual income of less than $60,000 Our certified volunteer tax preparers are trusted experts who will file your taxes for FREE! FREE E-filing and Direct Deposit means refunds in as little as 7-10 days. Senior Cassie Linn, who plays Cinderella, said she’s learned people skills, which can translate into a career. She said theatre is all about putting forward the best part of herself, and she applies that lesson to job interviews. The musical is also bitter­ sweet , though, for those senior students because it will be their last show. “I love being on the Maple Valley stage,” Grace Guernsey said. “I’m not leaving or done with theatre, because a part ofme will still be here.” “Into the Woods” will be staged at the Maple Valley high school auditorium at 7 p.m. on March 14,15 and 16, and at 2 p.m. on March 16 and 17. Admission is $8, and $5 for seniors and students. Reservations are available at mvtheater@yahoo.com Grace Guernsey and Micah Drury prepare for practice. Into the Woods cast list announced “Into the Woods” will be staged at the Maple Valley high school auditorium at 7 p.m. on March 14,15 and 16, and at 2 p.m. on March 16 and 17. Admission is $8, and $5 for seniors and students. Reservations are available at mvtheater@yahoo. com Narrator/Mysterious Man - Nicholas Heuser Baker - Carson Hasselback Baker’s Wife - Carleigh Lundquist Witch - Grace Guernsey Rapunzel - Brionna Short Cinderella - Cassie Linn Florinda - Aurora Linn Lucinda - Kay Bansemer Cinderella’s Stepmother - Alyson Gusey Cinderella’s Father - Ethan Kirby Ghost of Cinderella’s Mother - Natalie Racine Jack - Micah Drury Jack’s Mother - Emily Iszler Giantess - Aly Montiel-Vite Little Red Riding Hood - Kayli Hansen Wolf - Cearul Carpenter Granny - Natalia Garcia Cinderella’s Prince - Garrett Pearson Rapunzel’s Prince - Corbin Hasselback Steward - Dusty Kistler Muses - Gracie Fisher, Olivia Roush and Sydney Skelton Chorus - Hannah Kinney, Kylee Forquer, Lillyanne Laws, Alejandra Flores, Abigail Pearson, Cassidy Simpson, Kenia Ward, Matthew Morris, Holly Rosin and Maddy Pearson Trees - Noah Hansen, Gavin Booher and Hunter Bassett Tech - Noah Scott, James Belonga, Xavier Chrysler and Josiah Johnson MOO-ville in Nashville GARAGE SALES Join Us Home me CooRli (Jack 6> Judy's Country Kettle Cafe . • March 12th-16th Sunday, March 17 Getyour Corned Beeffix here! BREAKFAST 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! March 19th - 23rd ^^L 1/2 PRICE SATURDAY AT 2: Corned Beef & Hash DINNER 113 N. Main, 9:00am Corned Beef and * Cabbage Beginning at 11:00 a.m. 1 Includes Potato, Vegetable, Combread or Roll and Soup & Salad Bar Still room for 5 vendors 3rd week. $20, work one 6 hour shift. MOO-ville is located on the corner of M-66 & M-79 in Nashville 517-852-9003 NASHVILLE �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 9,2019 — Page 5 Bronson bests Lion ladies in district opener at DKHS Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball team had its season come to an end in a 56-33 loss to Bronson in a Division 3 District opener at Delton Kellogg High School Mopday. The Vikings outscored the Lions 28-12 in the first half. Maple Valley was able to cut into that a little bit with some improved play in the third quarter, but not enough to truly threaten the Vikings. “We played hard. We struggled early in the game,” Lion head coach Landon Wilkes said. “We played well in the third quarter.” The Vikings had a nice inside outside game with a couple of talented guard and a 6-2 center in the paint. Wilkes said his girls attacked the basket better in the second half, and moved the ball a bit better as the game wore on. It was the final varsity bas­ ketball contest for Lion seniors Britani Shilton, Gena Remsing and Breanna Seavolt. Wilkes said he liked the way those girls took the Lions’ youngsters under their wing this year and helped them become better basket­ ball players. Shilton led the Lions in the district ballgame with 14 points and four rebounds. Remsing had five rebounds and Seavolt had three. Sophomore guard Ashlyn Wilkes had eight points, nine rebounds and three steals. Junior guard Avianna Robinson added five points. Bronson got 23 points from Kiera Lasky and 21 from Keona Salesman. Salesman had 14 rebounds and three assists as well. Lasky dished out seven assists.. Karissa Gest added four points and ten rebounds for the Vikings, as well as five steals. Bronson went on to best Homer in the district semifinals Wednesday, 52-26, and was scheduled to face district host Delton Kellogg in last night’s district final. Maple Valley’s Avianna Robinson (32) fires up a jump shot as teammate Gena Remsing (21) gets into Maple Valley junior forward Ryleigh Courier looks to rebounding position during their Division 3 District move the basketball during the second half of her team’s opener against Bronson at Delton Kellogg High School Division 3 District opener against Bronson at Delton Monday. (Photo by Luke Froncheck) Kellogg High School Monday. (Photo by Luke Froncheck) See us for color copies, one-hour film and digital 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 Lots of little ones and caregivers work on sign language skills while singing a song with Darcie Kelly and her assistant during Read with Me Storytime. Curious George coming to Putnam Curious George is visiting Putnam District Library from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Friday, March 15, for reading and crafts. Through a grant from Eaton Great Start, George will meet kids, play games and listen to books read by a library assistant Darcie Kelly. Following the reading ses­ sion, Curious George will work on a craft along with parents and kids. The event is intended for children ages birth through preschool. More information is avail­ able at 517-852-9723. Additionally, Curious George and several other characters will be hanging out with families from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, March 17, at the Hannah Community Center in East Lansing. The Early Childhood Literacy Council will host the event, Wet Basement? Seal Your Basement from the Outside FREE INSPECTIONS WET BASEMENT? BOWED/BUCKLING/CRACKED WALLS? MOLDY, MUSTY CRAWLSPACE? NEED A SUMP PUMP? WWW.GLWPINC.COM 269-353-3228 titled “Literacy Celebration Stage Show and Activities.”. Some attractions during that event will be; hands-on activities, booths featuring early childhood organiza­ tions and libraries, puppet shows, costumed characters, music and more. Visiting sto­ rybook characters include Curious George, Froggy, Ladybug Girl, Llama Llama and Taco Dragon. There will also be a puppet show held during the event at both 1:15 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. titled “Three Pigs Puppet Show with The Amazing Clark.” Free books will be distrib­ uted during the event while supplies last. This event is designed for families with young children and is free to attend. The Hannah Community Center is located at 819 Abbot Road, East Lansing, 48823. More infor­ mation is available at the Early Childhood Literacy Coalition Facebook page. �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 9,2019 Reid’s Resort takes to the wheels This column by the late Susan Hinckley was printed in the Feb. 7, 1989, Maple Valley News. Following is the continuation ofthefamily history compiled by Don C. Reid of Hastings, whose mother, theformer Amber Z. Cruso, was the daughter of early Nashville residents. Today’s story recalls activi­ ties at Reid’s Resort at Thornapple Lake, which the Ted Reidfamily acquired in 1938. After the bad summer of profits at the dance hall (at the resort) in 1939, Dad began to look into the aspect of rollerskating. It was going well around the country then. We drove to Detroit one weekend and visited Arena Garden, a going rink pro­ gram with a pipe organ and skate dance school. Dad was sold on it. He sent to the Chicago Roller Skate Company and ordered a pair of No. 12 clamp-on-skates, figuring they would fit any­ body. Well, when they came he took me down to the dance hall and put them on my feet, saying “Try them out.” Well sir, I had roller-skat­ ed in Hastings, but never on a slippery dance floor, and never with skates that stuck out two inches in front of my shoes. Dad gave me a little push to get me started on the slick dance floor and I did the splits with no instruction at all. Dad said, “That’s great, now skate a little further down the floor.” He helped me up, and I took off again trying to please dear old Dad. Needless to say after another couple of flops and bone-jar­ ring thumps on the solid maple floor, I said, “Dad, why don’t you try it?” Not wishing to lose face with his eldest son, “Tex” Reid slowly put on the skates. They fit better on his feet. He pushed off the rail­ ing with the roller-skates groaning under his 250 lbs. I was amazed!” Dad actually took three shuffling steps before his backside hit die deck, shak­ ing the old rink to its founda­ tions. That was it, Dad said, “I like it, and we’ll start a rink come spring.” I never could figure out Dad. We bought a juke box to play the music, made a skate room in the southwest comer of the refreshment area, ordered 100 pairs of clamp­ on skates, rounded up some skate boys, and hired a Mr. Moore to repair and adjust the skates. We were in busi­ ness! Harold Webb, Bob Vandenburg, Carl and Keith Puffpaff and several others were skate boys, getting paid Memories of the Past “Tex” Reid shows a string of bass caught while going down the Thornapple River from the lake, toward Hastings. He often took fishermen on the river trip to help them get a good catch of bass. Rooms at the resort ranged from $1.50 per day for one bed to $15 per week for a cabin with three beds. Three meals a day at the resort cost a total of $1.25, or by the week, $7.75. After an unprofitable summer at the resort dance hall, ‘Tex” Reid decided to convert the building (at right) into a roller-skating rink, which proved to be a wise choice. At left can be seen some of the boats rented out by the Reids. Young Don helped build many of these craft, while his father attempted to turn out oars. A swimming raft with a 20-foot high dive platform, constructed by the Reids and a number of volunteers, was a popular feature at the resort. There were also diving levels at eight and 14 feet. In time the raft became a favorite spot for fishermen trying to catch a fish lurking in the shade below. in those days by tips only, as they put on skates, adjusted the trucks and helped little old ladies around the rink. We put a ceiling in the rink to heat it better, tore out the stage (which had served the dance hall) and replaced it with new maple flooring. This gave us a floor area of about 38 by 88 feet, which on a good Saturday night or special holidays was packed. As the resort became well known again, we had people coming from Indiana, Illinois, Tennessee, Kentucky and all over for fishing week­ ends, or weeks, and some even came for the summer and rented a cabin. We had picnic tables built and lots of groups, schools and churches had reunions and gatherings in the area east of the hotel. Because of the boat trade, we had to make another 15 MOST OFALL YOURAUTOMOTIVE NEEDS ACE AUTO REPAIR* From General Maintenance to Performance and Off-Road Parts 517-726-1500 130 S. Main St, Vermontville Monday-Friday 8:00-6:00 boats. Fay Fisher from Nashville and Cameron McIntyre of Quimby were hired to build them. I worked with them, running the draw shave, screwing the bottoms on, caulking the seams. Dad got the idea that he could make his own boat oars, so he got an old wood lathe at an auction, added a four-foot extension to handle the six-foot oars, and tried to turn out some. After several split handles, getting hit in the head with a shattered turning, and seeing knot after knot show up in the wrong place, Dad finally decided that oars were better left to those qualified to make them. We did get at least one set of oars, so “Tex” could say, “I made these, myself.” Of course, one could just tell by looking at them there were not a factory product. At the end, we had 30 boats, four Neptune outboard motors and a large clientele of fishermen and women who made good use of the waters of Thomapple Lake. There was also a swim­ ming beach upon which we put many truckloads of sand from the pit out behind the hotel and the grandstand. Swimming and fishing sometimes got mixed up. The local swimmers bugged Dad for a raft. Some even wanted a diving platform, so he said, “Let’s do it right and put up a floating raft with a diving platform on it.” We immediately had offers of help from Harold Webb and other boys in the area. Empty oil drums were pro­ cured and lumber secured from Orton Endsley’s saw mill, and before you knew it we had a high-dive tower. The top platform was 20 feet above the raft deck, support­ ed by 20 oil drums. It was a sturdy rig that tipped only when somebody lofted off the highdive platform. How did swimming and fishing get mixed up? Well, fish love the shade in the heat of summer, so on real hot days we would find them under the raft, enjoying the shade of the man-made plat­ form. What started as one person sitting on the raft with his hook and worm dangling through the cracks between the boards soon became a half-dozen or so people try to get fish up through the cracks or just over the edge of the raft. Bass, ra. ass, suns, sunfish, crapes, crapies, perch, bluegills, all enjoyed their moment in the sun, so to speak, and ended up in the frying pan off some overjoyed fisherman. One of the attractions at Thomapple Lake was the muskellunge, a fish that becomes huge compared to others in the lake. Ice fisher­ men caught them, and in the summer they were caught with trolling line. This would make the other fishermen sit up and take notice. Rolfe Bulling, who owned a cottage just down the lake from the hotel, was an avid muskie fisherman. He had caught more muskellunge than any other person on Thomapple Lake. LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary McMillian, married and Darla McMillian, married, joint tenants, to Clark Financial Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated October 30, 2002 and recorded Novem­ ber 7, 2002 in Instrument Number 1091206 and Loan Modification Agreement recorded on January 13, 2010, in Instrument Number 201001130000391, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Bank, by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Three Thousand Seven Hundred Five and 66/100 Dollars ($83,705.66), including interest at 4.125% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of hold­ ing the circuit court within Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on MARCH 28, 2019. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County Michigan, and are described as: The East 22 feet of Lot 3 and all of Lots 4 and 5, except the East 49.50 feet of Lot 5, Block 26 of Lincoln Park Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the record­ ed plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats, page 55. 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 re­ demption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. 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 mort­ gage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C., is attempting to collect a debt, any information obtained will be used for that purpose. MORTGAGE SALE -Edis E. Sljivo, A single man, granted a mortgage to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS”), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated De­ cember 15,2017, and recorded on December 20, 2017, in Document No. 2017-012775, and assigned by said mortgagee to Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hun­ dred One Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Nine Dollars and Ninety-One Cents ($101,569.91). Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, At the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 01:00 PM o'clock, on April 11, 2019 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 8, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing 70 rods West of the Northeast corner of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 8, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, for the place of be­ ginning; thence South 270.60 feet; thence East 322 feet; thence North 270.60 feet; thence West 322 feet to the place of beginning. The re­ demption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless abandoned under MCL 600.3241, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 1 month, or under MCL 600.3241 a 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days from the MCL 600.3241 a(b) notice, whichever is later, or extinguished pursuant to MCL 600.3238. If the above refer­ enced property is sold at a foreclo­ sure sale under Chapter 32 of Act 236 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. Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper Mortgagee/Assignee Schneider­ man & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Re­ search Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 1378574 (03-09)(03-30) Dated: February 23,2019 File No. 19-001825 Firm Name: Orlans PC (02-23)(03-16) H3627 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, March 9,2019 — Page 7 Maple Valley and Hastings 12U teams and parents show good sportsmanship on a great summer night as the players receive their trophies at the end of the 2018 summer season. Maple Valley staved off a late rally and narrowly beat Hastings in the 12U championship. 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The only teachers there I can remember were Cameron McIntyre and Marie Being a farm boy at heart, Cole. I remember that Dad used T.S.K. Reid loved animals, so the raising of them became a to furnish entertainment once good part ofour resort duties. in a while at PTA meetings. By the end of 1941 we had on He could do sleight of hand our farm six head ofcows (all tricks, and would have the milking), one horse, eight audience in stitches with him brood sows and 20 feeder blackboard figuring of how pigs, 30 chickens, and at one the school board had spent time, 20 sheep. the school money. We lost our sheep one day After we had the roller rink in a rainstorm. They had all going for a couple of years huddled under a tree in our Dad dreamed up the idea of a east field when lightning roller-skating horse. He made struck the tree, killing all of a horse head out of heavy papier-mache withy a move­ the sheep. We seemed to have hard able mouth on a spring that would snap shut. He then got luck with our animals. One winter, when it was Mother to sew him a horse very cold, Mom put a kero­ body out of brown cloth, sene heater in the chicken designed so that two men of house to keep the eggs and two big boys could get inside the chickens from freezing. and skate around. Well, he had this horse She thought she had it where the birds wouldn’t bother it, about everywhere, and then but somehow they knocked it people just loved it. As it roll­ over. The flame went out, so er-skated, the back person, there was no fire, bu the usually me, w2ouild pick up smoke and fumes suffocated the front half and spin us all the chickens. They were around. The horse could still flopping around when stomp its feet to count or to Mom found them. We had to answer questions. Sometimes kill the flock, and dress and the back half would jump on can the whole bunch before the front half and the horse would waltz around its two nightfall. We farmed about four front feet. It was a big hit. Dad had this horse at PTA acres in the east field, usually putting it to com. When we meetings, in parades and at first started, we used a horse church socials. With the to plow and drag, but the next moveable mouth it could pick year we bought a John Deere off hats or nip the girls. Dad tractor that lasted until we had a winner in that horse about the only animal that sold the place. When we first moved to turned out right for him. the gas station near Quimby (TO BE CONTINUED (which Dad bought in 1936), my brother, Robert, was in NEXT WEEK) the thrid grade and I was in The Maple Valley Little League (MVLL) Board is pleased to once again offer online sign-ups for youth baseball and softball for the upcoming season. Online sign-up is going on now, and will continue through March 22. The MVLL will give parents the option to either come to the in-person sign up, March 12 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Maple Valley Jr/SR High School, orjust simply log on to tshq.bluesombrero.com/ mvllmi to register their baseball and softball players. “There was a learning curve to switching to online sign ups last year and for the most part, things have gone pretty smooth, said MVLL’s Jason Hoefler. Online sign-ups weren’t the only big change for the MVLL a season ago. MVLL joined with the Lakewood Area Little League and EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP formed a baseball league for the 2018 season in the 10U and 12U divisions. Maple Valley and Lakewood were also joined last year by Hastings and Portland. “The league had a great inaugural season with these four school districts and had very few speed bumps along the way resulting in very little tweaking for this coming season. The travel was minimal, and the games and tournament were very competitive,” said Hoefler. “Finding true recreation, non-tryout or travel, baseball is hard. Towns that have abandoned their rec. programs are struggling to field TV teams at the high school level. “Our goal is to keep as many kids playing the game in the pre-high school years so that both the school and the kids have options when they get older. Forming this league keeps everyone from having to travel an hour on a weeknight to play other rec. teams.” Lake Odessa to the championship in the 10U division and Maple Valley won the 12U championship. This summer the 14U age division will now be operating and competing under the same newly formed league as 10U and 12U, with the addition of Ionia area teams. The MVLL is hoping for the same minimal travel and good competitive league play with 14U while having enough teams to keep this going for years to come. There are typically fewer 14U per community and adding Ionia is huge for the MVLL’s vision and goal of leaving this league better than wit found it and finding something that works for everyone for years to come. The MVLL is excited to see the number of players growing while seeing kids enjoy playing baseball and softball. “We really appreciate the support ofthe area businesses that sponsor the league and the support of the parents to allow us to help your child improve at baseball and softball and have fun during that process,” said Hoefler. The newly formed coach­ pitch Pee Wee league had a great year last year as well, and will again be seeing good numbers in the season ahead. The MVLL Pee Wee division will again be holding games between Bellevue, Olivet, and Maple Valley in June. T-ball had record number participation and will be doing its clinic-style season at the Water Tower Park in Vermontville. Games for T-ball will be held toward the end of the season for the community and relatives to come watch. MVLL Softball will continue playing in the Eaton County Softball League and will kick its season off in April. The MVLL is very appreciative of all of its volunteer coaches, and Hoeffler wanted to make special mention of Mike Scott, a father and MVLL volunteer who passed away unexpectedly recently. Hoeffler said he is thankfill for the efforts of Scott and his family in the MVLL as well as other area youth sports, clubs and school functions. “He always was there to volunteer to help out with youth coaching and mentoring in a day and age when it is hard to find people to take the time to help,” Hoeffler said. If anyone has any questions at all about youth baseball and softball in the Maple Valley area, they may call Jason Hoefler at (989) 619-1388. Specific questions about softball can be directed to Bryan Faurot at (517) 202­ 5850. 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May 26, 8am-3pm Please call Paul or Marcie Racine to register 517-726-0237 Provide name and ages ofkids 8 years or older. �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, March 9,2019 Lion lightweights both score 6th-place state medals Brett Bremer Sports Editor Two Lions have advanced two Ford Field each of the past two seasons, and two Lions have marched home with medals each time. Maple Valley sophomore Jesse Brumm and freshman Matthew Slaght each placed sixth in their respective weight classes over the weekend at the Individual State Finals in downtown Detroit. Brumm, the state runner-up at 103 pounds in Division 4 a year ago, placed in the 119-pound weight class this time around with his teammate Slaght filling the sixth spot in the 103pound medal stand. “Matthew was both intim­ idated and excited about being there,” Maple Valley coach Tony Wawiemia said. “As he said at one point on Friday morning, he didn’t know if he was shaking because he was more excited or scared. In the Grand March on Friday (March 1) he was very impressed on how big he thought Ford Field was. But when it came time to wrestle his first Maple Valley sophomore Jesse Brumm and Clinton’s AJ Baxter both fight for a takedown during the opening period of their Division 4 119-pound bout for fifth place at the Individual State Finals at Ford Field in Detroit. (Photo by Brett Bremer) match, he was ready to wres­ Saturday with a 6-4 win over Ishpeming’s Jaeger Wilson Aydan S. Roesly from with 27 seconds left in the tle.” Slaght put Rudyard’s Hesperia, his final victory of second period oftheir match­ Bradley Hall on his back in the tournament. He was best­ up Friday. Clinton’s AJ every period of their opening ed 9-6 by Mancelona’s Baxter ended Brumm’s round match-up, scoring a Coleton Fredrickson in the chances of finishing atop the take down in the opening consolation semifinals and medal stand, besting him 13-6 in their championship period and then a reversal in then had his season ended a each of the final two periods bit early when he was called quarterfinal match. Brumm rallied in the to get in the top position on for an illegal slam, which the Lion coaches though should blood round to guarantee his way to a 14-0 victory. Manchester’s Jared Bunn, have really been a potentially himself another state medal, the eventual third-place med­ dangerous violation instead, beating Jackson Lumen alist at their flight .edged in his match for fifth-place Christi’s Connor Fitzpatrick 10-0 in~that second round of Slaght 6-2 in their quarterfi­ against St. Charles Isaiah nal match, but the Lion Mullins who was unable to consolation. freshman bounced back to continue after his collision Brumm defeated Hanoverdefat Vandercook Lake’s with the mat. Horton’s Randy Frailey 5-3 Nate Crump 11-4 in the “(Slaght) was really disap­ in their consolation round blood round to secure his pointed after that match in three contest, but then first state medal. that he was ahead of the kid Brumm was pinned by “Both boys came in to 6-0. After the match, we got Manchester’s Drew Gebhardt states determined to medal, a compliment from another in their consolation semifi­ and we were proud ofboth of coach on how well he han­ nal. Brumm got stuck twice them that they did,” dled the loss and said in his final two matches, the Wawiemia said. “After his Mathew was a class act,” second time to Baxter in the Maple Valley freshman Matthew Slaght (left) battles for control with Mancelona’s first loss he was more deter­ Wawiemia said. “We knew match for fifth-place at their Coleton Fredrickson during their 103-pound consolation semifinal match Saturday at mined than ever to go on to that ourselves and told him weight class. place, as was Jesse. how proud we were of him.” “Jesse never got down on the Individual State F’nals at Ford Field in Detroit. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Slaght opened action The Lions were pretty himself at states, along with proud of Brumm too, who the rest of the year. He has medaled with then senior just got a very positive atti­ undle Franklin Ulrich at the state tude on what happens hap­ $2799 finals a year ago. pens. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 11, March 16, 2019 Next year’s school budget still in flux Adam Finkler, Genevive Remsing, Noah Hansen and Blake Joppie won medals at the DECA State Career Development Conference. DECA students win state medals Taylor Owens Staff Writer Four Maple Valley stu­ dents won awards at the DECA State Career Development Conference last weekend, and one will move onto the international competition in Orlando. The conference brought more than 4,000 DECA stu­ dents from ££ross the state to Cobo Center in Detroit, where they competed and networked with businesses, organizations and schools. Genevive Remsing com­ peted in the Merit Award pro­ gram and was the first stu­ dent from the Maple Valley chapter to do so. The compe­ tition involves 22 essays, 10 are two pages, seven are three pages and five are four pages each. Remsing’s essays were submitted to a screen­ ing in February, and at the state conference, she gave a 10-minute presentation on the essays and answered questions from a judge. She received a gold award and qualified for the International Career Development Conference in Orlando April 25-May 1. “Receiving a medallion and moving on to the interna­ tionals feels so unreal,” Remsing said. “Attending and competing at internation­ als has been a goal of mine since my first year of DECA, three years ago.” Remsing plans to attend Eastern Michigan University after she graduates, where she can join the collegiate DECA program. “DECA is one of the reasons why I have the- goals that I do, such as the dream of being the CEO of my own marketing firm someday,” Remsing said. “DECA has helped me realize my pas­ sions, come out of my shell, and feel more powerful.” Blake Joppie was a finalist and qualified as an alternate for the international competi­ tion based on his perfor­ mance in the automotive ser­ vice marketing category. DECA advisor Richelie Deo said Joppie took an exam, and then performed a See DECA, page 4 Band Bust students put on a skit inspired by the comedy show Key & Peele last year. (File photo) Band Bust returns next weekend The annual two-night showcase of music and com­ edy, Band Bust, will begin at 7 p.m. Friday, March 22, and Saturday, March 23, in the high school auditorium. ■ This year’s musical por- tion showcases singers, danc­ ers, solo instrumentalists and instrumental ensembles. There will also be multiple comedy skits, including “Saturday Night Live”-style routines, and the . classic Jimmy Fallon-inspired “thank you” notes. The cost is $5 per person, and proceeds go to the marching band for design of its fall show. Teachers Darcey Turner (left) and Victoria Harris (right) accept the Staff of the Month Award from Superintendent Katherine Bertolini, as teacher Carmelle Markwart explains why she nominated them. Contract negotiations and a new governor mean the Maple Valley2019-20 school budget isn’t as far along as previous years. However, finance committee chair Andrea Montgomery Monday said the board of education will have the bud­ get well before it needs to be approved in June. “If this were any other year, I could be more firm with the numbers,” Montgomery said. The administration is cur- rently in contract negotia­ tions with staff, which accounts for 85 percent ofthe school’s budget. The school also doesn’t know how much money it will receive from See BUDGET, page 5 Nashville cracking down on ordinances Taylor Owens Staff Writer The Village ofNashville is ready to start enforcing ordi­ nances with the warm weath­ er, Police Chief Chris Koster said during the council meet­ ing Thursday. Koster has a list of resi­ dences with junk and hous­ ing-ordinance violations in the village and is tracking down the owners get them cleaned up. “The snow has broke, the [warm] weather is here so we can start really addressing these things, and we’re going to be really active about doing that,” Koster said. He also said he has been surprised with how the courts have been enforcing ordi­ nance citations. “They’re issuing warrants for arrest just on a civil infraction, which is outstand­ ing,” Koster said. During public comment. Rhonda Cook asked about the Olds House on Main Street, which is a Michigan Historical site, but has become overgrown. Koster said the house was already on his list. Trustee Gary White sug­ gested the council look at ideas to encourage people to clean up their residences, such as giving a voucher for free yard of trash in a dump- “They’re issuing warrants for arrest just on a civil infraction, which is outstanding.” Police Chief Chris Koster ster to residents. “I’d like to see a more family-oriented and cleaner town,” White said Council President Mike Kenyon asked trustee and Castleton Maple Grove Nashville Transfer Recycle Board Member Henry Felder if it would be possible for the committee to absorb such a cost. Felder said it would not. White said the village could absorb the cost. Kenyon said he under­ stands giving out vouchers for people who have yard debris, but cannot support other situations. “Anybody that wants a voucher to get rid of a couch that’s been sitting in a front yard for a month is not get­ ting a voucher, in my opin­ ion, because they don’t care,” Kenyon said. “I don’t know how we keep the losers from taking advantage.” The policy and ordinance committee is continuing to work on an exterior housing ordinance to bring back to the council. In This Issue Eaton County dog licenses available at vet clinics and Humane Society Maple Valley powerlifter sets third state record FFA brings home awards from state convention Remsing will work to become a rower at Eastern Michigan �t—Ju* Bar **• Amratoad •» ♦««>•* War •*•*»' trauram Mvc*>*14 ®1 • Richard G. 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Richard served his country in the Philippines as well as Korea before being honor­ ably discharged. On August 24, 1947 Richard married Caroline (Sanborn) Furlong, in Quimby. The couple made their home together in Woodland area, where they raised their family together. Richard and Caroline had celebrated 55 years w hen Caroline passed away. Rtcltard has spent his entire working career in the farm­ ing and agriculture business. He began farming his uncle Cecil’s farm in Lake Odes­ sa. When he sold the farm, he continued his passion for agriculture by working at Lovell Farm Implement in Charlotte. Along with his brother Kenneth the pair started Furlong Bros. Farm Implement, which togeth­ er they operated for several years. In 1979 he joined his brother Russell as the service manager at Maple Valley Im­ plement where worked until retiring in 1991. Even after “retiring” Rich­ ard would be at the shop al­ most every day, to be close to his friends, his co-workers, and the farm tractors. In his spare time, Richard enjoyed working with wood, and often would use his tal­ ents to build things for his family and friends. His pas­ sion for fanning equipment was evident everywhere you looked. Along with his brother Run, the two en­ joyed spending time together restoring vintage farm equip­ ment Richard uas a very kind and generous man. who even though he didn’t see every­ one he loved daily, he always kept up to date with the cur­ rent events oftheir lives. Richaid is survived by his two sons, Richard (Cindy) Furlong IL Franklin (Jen­ ny) Furlong; his brother and best friend, Russell Furlong; daughter-in-law, Shirley Furlong; sister-in-law Sand­ ie Furlong; grandchildren, Christina, Michelle, Cin­ dy (Ride), Priscilla (Todd), Richie (Missy), Tabatha (Jer­ ry), Carol (Keith), Barbie. Frankie (Bunnie), Eddy, Sha­ ron, Laura; 29 great grand­ children and 17 great great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Caro­ line; his son, Johnny; broth­ ers, Kenneth, and Danny; his sister, Mabel Wilson, and sis­ ters-in-law, Judy, Irene and Mary Lou; brothers-in-law, Neil and Glen; daughter­ in-law, Edie and great great grandson, William Joseph. Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, Tuesday, March 12, 2019, with Pastor Gregg Matson of Sebewa 1st Bap­ tist officiating. Interment took place fol­ lowing the funeral luncheon at Woodland Memorial Park, in Woodland. Memorial contributions can be made to the Scbcwa First Baptist Church. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville, Ml. For further details please visit our website at www. danielsf uncralhome .net. Caroline R. Nelson VERMONTVILLE, MI - Caroline R Nelson, age 88, of Vermontville, passed away Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at Spectrum Health Pennock Hospital, in Hast­ ings. 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M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................... 8:30 a.m We seek to feed the hungry, (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) both spiritually and physically. Sunday School .............. 10 A.M. Service.... ......... 11:15 P.M. Sendee.... ................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................. 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St Rose Catholic Church, Hastings (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Mickey Cousino . VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School 9:45 a Worship Service 11 a . Certified Lay Minister Sunday Evening Sendee ..... 6 p.m. . Phone 616-765-5322 Wed. Evening Sendee... 6:30 p.m. AWANA.............................. 630-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Children's Classes, Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, A.M. Service......................................... 11 a.m. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Leadership Training P.M. Service........................................... 6 p.m. M-79 West PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Wed. Sendee.................................................. 7 Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Sunday: A.M. Worship ....................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion Parsonage: 517-852-0685 517-588-8415 PASTOR A Spirit-filled Church Sunday School............................... 11:00a.m. PASTOR KAREN KINNEY (517) 726-0258 Sunday School........................... Phone (269) 963-7710 Worship Service.............................. 9:45 a.m. United Methodist Women: PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 10: 00 a.m.............................. Church Service and many other activities. 2415 McCann Road .............................. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Vermontville, Ml 49096 ....... 9 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Church Service.......................... (Nursery Provided) X Charlotte 517-726-0526 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. .Worship WEST BENTON CHURCH Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Phone: (517) 852-1783 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 517-652-1580 269-763-3120 �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 16,2019 Maple Valley powerlifter sets third state record Taylor Owens Staff Writer Maple Valley junior Quentin Faynor set a new state record at 370 pounds for bench press in his weight class at the Michigan High School Powerlifting Association State Meet Saturday at Ionia High School. But on the dead lift his 530-pound lift proved a bit more than his body could handle and he passed out. Faynor lifted the weights, dropped them, and then fell backwards. “I could see what was hap­ pening, but I couldn’t stop it,” Faynor said. Things went black when he hit the floor and he woke up about 10 seconds later to a group of coaches around him. Faynor smiled when talking about the experience, and said it showed how much he had pushed himself. He’s shooting for an even heavier total when he is a senior next year. Maple Valley junior Quentin Faynor competes in the dead lift during the MHSPLA State Meet at Ionia High School Saturday. (Photo provided) flk Maple Valley’s four high school powerlifters Quentin Faynor (from left), Britani Shilton, Breanna Seavolt and Cameron Wells gave a student report at the meeting of the Maple Valley Board of Education Monday. All four qualified for the Michigan High School Power Lifting Association State Meet this season, which was held last weekend at Ionia High School. (Photo by Taylor Owens) Ultimately Faynor took second in his 220-pound weight class after combining his 370 bench press and 530 dead lift with his 425 pound squat, for a 1325 total. He took second place to Kaleb Bastien of Ionia, who had a 1415 total, with a 325 bench press. It is Faynor’s third state record, after breaking the records for bench press and total weight forjunior varsity in his 207-pound weight class last year. Faynor’s bench press in 2018 was 335 pounds and he put together a total lift of 1300 pounds. All four members of the Maple Valley varsity power­ lifting team qualified for the state meet. This was first year powerlifting was offi­ cially considered a varsity sport at the school. Lion senior Britani Shilton took seventh in her women’s varsity 155-pound weight class with a 620 pounds total; senior Breanna Seavolt took 18th with a 530 pound total in the women’s varsity 132pound weight class. Firstyear powerlifter Cameron Wells took 28th place with a 455 total in the same weight class as Seavolt. DECA, continued from page 1 role play in front ofjudges on situations related to auto dealers, service stations and parts stores. Noah Hansen and Adam Finkler both won medals in the business administration core exam. Hansen also competed with his partner Mara Pena in the ethics team event, Deo said. The pair analyzed a business case study using principles-based ethics, took an exam and wrote a fivepage paper after conducting interviews on an ethical issue. Afterward, they gave a presentation on their solution to the problem. Finkler also competed in the principles of marketing category. After taking the business administration core exam, for which her received his medal, he competed in role play in front of several judges. In addition to Remsing, three other DECA students, Kaycie Schrader, Marah Myers and Carli Deo, will attend the international con­ ference to take part in a lead­ ership academy. “The girls will have a chance to expand their skills and learn and compete with other students from around the world,” Deo said. The Maple Valley DECA program will be putting on fundraisers and soliciting community donations to off­ set the cost of students Maple Valley students who attended the DECA State Career Development Conference in Detroit include (front attending the international competition. More informa­ row) Marah Myers, Adam Finkler, Genevie Remsing, Noah Hansen, Kaycie Schrader, Blake Joppie, (back) tion is available by emailing Aljeandra Flores, Jonovan Gaiski, Megan Walker, Ashlee Ehlers, McKayla Weiler, Ben Benedict, Mara Pena, Anthony Raymond, Derek Myers, Andrew Sabastian, Duncan Seume, Matthew Slaught, Alexis McCool, Elizabeth Deo, rdeo@mvs.kl2.mi.us. Colyer, Kay Bansemer, Hannah Kinney, Hailey Raymond, Olivia Williams, Nick Austin and Katie Villanueva. Maple Valley Schools Kindergarten Round-up Monday, April 29 • 8am-pm and Tuesday, April 30 • 8am-7pm at Grace Church 8950 E. M-79 Hwy., Nashville, Ml 49073 r2 Please bring your student's birth certificate, their immunization records, and proof of residency (driver's license or a bill or a lease agreement). School presenting ‘Into A the Woods’ this weekend “fnto'tfie Woods” will be staged at the Maple Valley High School auditorium. Remaining shows will be at 2 and 7 p.m. today, March 16, and at 2 p.nt. tomorrow, March 17. The cast includes Kay Bansemer, Micah Drury, Grace Guernsey, Alyson Gusey, Kayli Hansen, Carson Hasselback, Nicholas Heuser, Emily Iszler, Ethan Kirby, Aurora Linn, Cassie Linn, Carleigh Lundquist, Natalie Racine, Brionna Short and Aly Montiel-Vite. General dmission is $8, or $5 for seniors and students. Reservations can be made online at mvtheater@yahoo. com. Call Fuller Street School to set up appointments 517-852-9468. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 16,2019 — Page 5 during the school board meeting. Odyssey of the Mind members (from left) Parker Cripe, Easton Hansbarger, Lillee Kelley, Cooper Joseph and Kearson Keiffer perform a skit at the board of education meeting. the State of Michigan per pupil. With a new governor, finance director Darryl Sydloski said it is more diffi­ cult to make an educated guess. After kindergarten round-up next month, the school will have a better idea about its student count for funding. “We want to do the most promising budget we can in terms of faculty compensation,” Superintendent Katherine Bertolini said. “But .that’s dependent on what the state will give us,” Montgomery attended a board training seminar where they made statistical projec­ tions of the next three years of student count based on the were given the Lion Pride school’s current trajectory. Award for coaching Odyssey Montgomery said the school of the Mind teams. They will likely hover around the were nominated by Odyssey 960-980 range. The finance of the Mind advisor and committee has been right-siz­ coach Carmelle Markwart. ing the budget for a student Wrestling coaches Tony count that will stay in that Wawiemia and Lane Brumm range, after they went into were given the Lion Pride the current school year Award, based on a nomina­ expecting 1,030-1,040 stu­ tion by board trustee Craig Lackscheide. dents, she said. During the meeting, two Retired teacher, coach and Odyssey of the Mind teams substitute teacher Chris performed skits they wrote Ricketts also was given the for a competition last month. Lion Pride Award for a nom­ Teachers Darcey Turner ination by Lackscheide. “He explained to me at the and Victoria Harris were given Staff of the Month district meet this year he had awards, and parents Danielle just cashed his 50th-year Jordan and Taylor Cushing check for our district,” Danielle Jordan (left) and Taylor Cushing (right) accept the Lion Pride Award from Superintendent Katherine Bertolini. Kamren Bush, (from left) Brooklyn Meyers, Landon Hoard and Olive Campbell per­ form their Odyssey of the Mind skit during the board of education meeting Monday. Lackscheide said. “Words can’t explain, it’s an honor.” “Into the Woods” cast members Corbin Hasselback and Garrett Pearson per­ formed a song from the musical for the board. The show is this weekend. The board approved sixth grade students to attend camp at the Barry County YMCA May 29-31, and the annual senior trip to Washington D.C. April 11-16. Board member Tim Burd was absent. Getting Your Home Readyfor Spring Eaton County Dispatch names deputy director Kelley Flynn has been named the new Deputy Director of Eaton County Central Dispatch, effective March 17. “Ms. Flynn is being pro­ moted from supervisor at Eaton County Central Dispatch,” Director Michael Armitage said in a press release. “In addition to her experience here at ECCD, Ms. Flynn has impressive educational achievements and is recognized as an industry leader with the Emergency Number Professional designation by the National Emergency Number Association.” Flynn has 12 years of 911 telecommunication experi­ ence at Eaton County Central Dispatch, and has worked as a telecommunicator, com­ munications training officer and supervisor. She has an M.P.A. with a concentration in emergency management from Jacksonville State University and a Bachelor of Deputy Director of Eaton Science degree in education County Central Dispatch from Ferris State University.. Kelly Flynn will start in the position March 17. •i• HI* QMET• OWW IT NtWI j 517-852-0882 3 LUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 16,2019 FFA brings home awards from state convention Maple Valley FFA stu­ dents won awards, played in the Michigan FFA Band and toured the state capitol during the 91st Michigan State FFA Convention at Michigan State University March 6-9. The morning of March 6, FFA Members had the oppor­ tunity to tour the MSU Horse and Beef Farms along with attending the general session. Lane Pixley reached the state semi-finals in the job interview contest, and took a 10th place silver award. Later in the evening, Maple Valley had two mem­ bers awarded the Outstanding Junior Degree. To achieve this award, members must hold a GPA above 2.5 and be active in their FFA chapters. Josey Terpening and Jozlynn Miller won the award. The next day, the two vot­ ing delegates from each FFA chapter attended a business breakfast and toured the State Capitol. Addison Ramey and Kerk Kienutske served as delegates from Maple Valley. While the delegates were attending the business ses- Charles Smith-Frazier played the French horn with the Michigan FFA Band. Lane Pixley won a 10th place trophy in the state job interview competition. sion, other chapter members at the convention had the opportunity to tour other parts of Michigan State University. Members visited the daily farm, sheep farm and museum. . Charles Smith-Frazier rep­ resented Maple Valley in the Michigan FFA Band, playing the French horn. During the convention, Pixley received the State FFA Degree. It is the highest degree that FFA members can receive in the state of Michigan. A highlight of the conven­ tion was keynote speaker Johan Khalilian. A motiva­ tional speaker originally from the south side of Chicago, Khalilian has over­ come several challenges in his life. He delivered a mes­ sage of hard work, dedica­ tion and getting the most out of life. Maple Valley was also one of nine chapters in the state to receive the Syngenta GrowMore Communities award. The chapter main­ tained the school gardens and donated its produce. Maple Valley FFA mem­ bers who attended the con­ vention were Josey Terpening, Lane Pixley, Charles Smith- Frazier, Kerk Kienutske, Addison Ramey, Hunter Bassett and Nautica Burkett. Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, March 18 Josey Terpening and Jozlynn Miller were given Outstanding Junior Degrees at the Meatloaf, mashed potatoes State FFA Convention. (Photos provided) & gravy, seasoned green beans, dinner roll, orange. Thesday, March 19 BBQ chicken thigh, broccoli, com, dinner roll, Published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. fruit crisp. 1351 N. 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Thursday, March 21 Turkey ham & Swiss cheese, sandwich thin, fresh vegetables, diced peaches. Friday, March 22 Egg salad, sandwich thin, black bean salad, grapes. p.m.; Move for Better Bal. PD 4:30 p.m. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 ajn. H,WJ4 - Reminiscence. Tuesday, March 19 Hastings: Art in Action DIA 8 a.m.; Wii Bowling 9 ajn.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Board Meeting 2 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 20 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 ajn.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 a.m.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 a.m.; Classic Country w/Troy 10:30 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 pin. Move for Better Bal PD 4:30 pjn. Nashville: Dominoes 11 ajn. Woodland: Card Games 11 ajn. Delton: Walking 11 ajn.-l p.m. Thursday, March 21 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Seated Line Dancing w/Millanne 10:30 a.m.; Brain Works 1 p.m.; Alzh. Caregiver Support Group 3:30 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.;TVTime. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 ajn.-l p.m. Friday, March 22 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 9:30 ajn.; Iron Rails 10:30 a.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Maple Valley News Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP The Vermontville Township Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed township budget for fiscal year Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, March 18 Wet Basement? Great Lakes WATERPROOFING Seal Your Basement from the Outside FREE INSPECTIONS WET BASEMENT? April 1, 2019 to March 31, 2020 at the Fire Bam on Thursday, March 28, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. BOWED/BUCKLING/CRACKED WALLS? The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. NEED A SUMP PUMP? A copy of the budget is available for public inspection at Vermontville Township Office and Library. 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Digital TV Antennas Cell Phone Boosters 517.646.0439 TV ANTENNA I TOWER INSTALLATION REPAIR S REMOWL �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 16,2019 — Page 7 NEWS FROM THE EATON COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE In the past week, Eaton County deputies have responded to 36 alarms, 18 car accidents, 41 citizen assists, 15 well-being checks, 11 domestic disputes, 35 shoplifting complaints, 10 larcenies, five vehicle slideoffs, 15 operating while impaired, nine personal inju­ ry crashes, 24 property dam­ age crashes, 42 suspicious situations, 26 traffic hazards, 316 traffic stops, 28 vacation checks and 29 traffic viola­ tions. Overall, deputies responded to 965 calls for service and events. The last, but not least, group of Eaton County Sheriff’s Office volunteers I want to acquaint you with is the Special Services Unit of the Volunteers in Police Service. If you’ve attended one of our county’s fun, fam­ ily-oriented festivals or alocal fireworks display, you’ve seen some of these dedicated professional volunteers. The Special Services Unit con­ sists of volunteers who assist deputies during community events, some are on ATVs and motorcycles, and there is LEGAL NOTICE a chaplain’s unit. The VIPS program came about following the tragic events of Sept. 11,2001. The International Association of Chiefs of Police manages and implements the VIPS Program in partnership with the Bureau of Justice Assistance, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice. The program pro­ vides support and resources for agencies interested in developing or enhancing a volunteer program and for citizens who wish to volun­ teer their time and skills with a community law enforce­ ment agency. The program’s ultimate goal is to enhance the capacity of state, local, campus, tribal and territorial law enforcement to utilize volunteers. In addition to assisting the sheriff’s office at county fes­ tivals and firework events, our Special Services Unit members volunteer through­ out the year providing secu­ rity at high school sporting events, car shows, the Fill-ACop Car and Shop with a Hero events’ during the holi- ing these last few weeks to showcase the many volun­ teers who represent the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office and the valuable services they provide. As a reminder, the 2019 recreational safety class sea­ son starts April 15 and 16 with our free off-road vehicle safety class. To register, call Pat Barnes, 517-543-5257 or email him at pbames@eatoncounty.org. He will need the frill name and birthdate of the person who will be attending the class. Remsing will work to become a rower at Eastern Michigan PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or marital status, or an intention, to make any such Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C., is attempting to collect a debt, any information obtained will be used for that purpose. MORTGAGE SALE -Edis E. Sljivo, A single man, granted a mortgage to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender’s successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated De­ cember 15, 2017, and recorded on December 20, 2017, in Document No. 2017-012775, and assigned by said mortgagee to Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hun­ dred One Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Nine Dollars and Ninety-One Cents ($101,569.91). Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, At the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 01:00 PM o’clock, on April 11, 2019 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 8, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing 70 rods West of the Northeast corner of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 8, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, for the place of be­ ginning; thence South 270.60 feet; thence East 322 feet; thence North 270.60 feet; thence West 322 feet to the place of beginning. The re­ demption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless abandoned under MCL 600.3241, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 1 month, or under MCL 600.3241 a 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days from the MCL 600.3241 a(b) notice, whichever is later, or extinguished pursuant to MCL 600.3238. If the above refer­ enced property is sold at a foreclo­ sure sale under Chapter 32 of Act 236 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. Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper Mortgagee/Assignee Schneider­ man & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Re­ search Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 46335 1378574 (03-09)(03-30) days, safety patrol and Sunfield Fanners Picnic security, patrol on Halloween, and local 5K races - just to name a few. It has been a pleasure tak- preference, limitation or discrimination” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 jiving 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 viola­ tion 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 num­ ber for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP High School rowing teams are few and far between in this area. Collegiate rowing coaches have to find other avenues to fill their boats, and many times volleyball players have the right mix of size, strength and flexibility to make good towers. Eastern Michigan University saw the potential in Maple Valley High School senior Gena Remsing, and Remsing signed her National Letter of Intent to join the Eagles’ program, surrounded by her varsity basketball teammates in the Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School gymnasium Feb. 26; Remsing said she ulti­ mately chose rowing at Eastern Michigan University rather than attempting to play basketball at a smaller col­ lege or to row at a larger one because they have a great NOW HIRING! We have a full-time opportunity for an experienced reporter who’s a good writer, cares about community journalism, and knows AP Style. Send your resume, three references and a few examples of your best work to editor@j-adgraphics.com. 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Fri.~10 am - 5 pm Like Us On Wednesday ~ 10 am - 8 pm Saturday ~ 9 am - 1 pm Facebook �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 16,2019 Students receive Charlotte Optimist Awards Maple Valley students were nominated by their teach­ ers for the Charlotte Optimist Awards for their academic and leadership achievements. Students received med­ als on stage at the Charlotte Performing Arts Center, as their teachers read off their accomplishments. Pictured are (from left) science teacher Markelle Hoefler, Emilee Alwardt, Lydia Schilz, Jessica Steury, Ryan Finkler, Zach Steffler, Hayden Bassett, math teacher Dean Wieber, Connor Joseph, art teacher Jessica Droscha, social studies teacher Angel Christopher, Owen McGIocklin, English teacher Marty Martin, Maiyah Espinoza and Superintendent Katherine Bertolini. Missing from photo are Paige Tuller, Genevive Remsing, Mya Sutfin, Lilly Laws, Cassandra McCool, Allaynna Mead, Lily Faurot and Vivian Russell. (Photo provided) Monkeys and dram visit li Taylor Owens Staff Writer Popular book characters stopped by for story time at Maple Valley-area libraries this week. The dragon from “Dragon Loves Tacos” flew by the Vermontville Township Library Wednesday evening. Klara Stephens (right) and Lucas Hitts (left) build After reading the book, kids tacos out of construction paper at Vermontville Township made tacos out of construc­ tion paper and some real Library. tacos to eat. Students also entered their names into a drawing for free books. Curious George hung out at Putnam District Library Friday morning and read a book with kids. Attendees also made Curious Georgeinspired crafts and got their picture with the famous mon­ key. More events coming up at the libraries this month include an authentic Chinese 99th Annual VERMONTVILLE FIREMAN’S DANCE Katie Eldred, along with Everett and Lydia Eldred, meet the dragon from “Dragons Love Tacos” at the Vermontville Township Library. authors will talk about the process of writing and pub­ lishing their books and answer questions. Authors include Julie Nelson, Stacey Silak, Jordan Scavone, Andrew Allen Smith, Cyrus Keith and Marion J. Chard. Putnam Library is continu­ ing its series “Stories Around the Globe,” featuring Kenya from 11 a.m. to noon March 30. The series is geared toward kids from third through sixth grade and includes crafts and snacks from the respective coun­ tries. SATURDAY, MARCH 23, 2019 6:00 TO ? Held at... RIP's Place, Vermontville Tickets $10 in advance / S12 at the door Includes Homemade Dinner Dinner • Dance • Raffles Big Raffle Tickets $20 1st Prize - Ruger Rifle in 450 Bushmaster 2nd Prize - lOx w/all accessories See ]fou Zhere! Darcie Kelly and “Curious George” read to visitors at the Putnam District Library. cooking demonstration host­ ed by Louie Ming at 6 p.m. March 28, in the Vermontville Community Center. There is a limit for the event of 50 people for the event. Registration is available at Vermontville Township Library. Putnam District Library also will host a Michigan authors visit from 10 a.m. to 1 pjn..March 23. Visiting Join Us Home Cookin' (Jack $ Judy's^ 113 N. Main, Nashville Sunday, March 17 Getyour Corned Beeffix here! BREAKFAST Corned Beef & Hash DINNER Corned Bee Beef and Cabbage 517-852-9700 Beginning at 11:00 a.m. Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Includes Potato, Vegetable, Combread or Roll and Soup & Salad Bar Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 4R � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-03-23.pdf a47a7517af657d47c24666c41694c8ef PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 12, March 23, 2019 New equipment makes boiling syrup more efficient Taylor Owens StaffWriter Syrup boiling in both Nashville and Vermontville is faster and more efficient, thanks to new equipment. The Nashville Maple Syrup Association purchased a new reverse osmosis machine to remove as much water from the sap as possi­ ble before it is boiled. Association President Kalen Swift said it now takes a third of the time to boil the same amount of sap. The association had a reverse osmosis machine before, but this one is larger and more efficient. While the sap comes out of the tree with 2!6 percent sugar content, the new machine raises it to 10-12 percent. Nashville volunteer Larry Hook demonstrates how gas heaters for the evaporator are cool to the touch. Hook has been volunteering to help boil sap since the 1960’s, when the evaporator was s heated by wood. The Vermontville Maple Syrup Corp.’s new evaporator can boil 170 to 200 gallons of sap per hour. The association is entirely made up of volunteers. They do collect wages per hour, plus a complimentary gallon of syrup, then their wages go to the charity or organization of their choice. Previous donations have been to the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope, Putnam District Library, Lions Club, school district, churches and emergency services. This year, however, the volunteers agreed to put the money back into the associa- See SYRUP, page 6 Adoption makes family and Girl Scout troop extremely happy Tanett Hodge Staff Writer Vermontville residents Teresa and Jesus Sierra cele­ brated with friends, family and Girls Scout Troop 80597 Thursday, as the adoption of the son they have raised since he was 2 months old was finally official. T_L, now 5 years old, went to court with the only parents he has ever known Thursday, which just so happened to be the Sierras’ five-year anni­ versary. TJ. emerged from the Eaton County courtroom 20 minutes later with a new name and a big smile. The Girl Scout troop, whose members also attend­ ed the court hearing, is led by Heather Billings, Teresa Sierras sister. The troop had played a big part in helping the adoption go through. They sold candy and cook­ ies, placed collection con­ tainers around the villages of Nashville and Vermontville, participated in monthly fund­ raising challenges, and had a garage sale. Altogether, the troop raised more than $800 for the family to put toward the court costs. The girls were proud of how they helped and happy for little TJ. to get his new name. “All of us are excited to raise money and be a part of the celebration,” troop leader Billings said. “It was my first time in a Girl Scout Troop 80597 proudly accompanied the family in court and held a party for him afterward. Teresa and Jesus Sierra of Vermontville are happy to be able to legally call T.J. their son. courtroom,” Girl Scout Kayla Raines said. “My teacher thought it was important for a son to have a family, so she let me skip a few hours of school.” Most excited are the new parents, who had taken T.J. at 2 months to help a family friend. The Sierras said they are “in heaven” over this occasion. “I wanted him to have my last name because I love him so much,” Jesus Sierra said. “I cried during the whole thing,” Teresa Sierra added. “He has always been a part of our family, but now he is legally ours.” The Sierras said TJ.’s blood family is still part of his life. In the crowd of over 40 people, two of his biolog- ical aunts were in attendance at the celebration party at Good Time Pizza following the court hearing. “He’ll always know he is adopted,” Teresa Sierra said. “We want him to be proud about it.” TJ. was overwhelmed at the gifts and love given him. He was tired by the end of the day, but knew, beyond a shadow of a doubt, he is loved by all who were in attendance. In This Issue... • Maple Valley junior singled out for national physics program • Students win Farm Bureau essay contest • Lion ladies have a few top ten performances at CMU • Lions put a handful on All-Barry County teams �Page 2 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, March 23,2019 Students win Farm Bureau essay contest Eighth-grade students Jessica Steury, Ethan Boldrey and Ashton Ripley took the U>p spots for Maple Vai ley in the 50th annual Farm Bureau America & Me Essay Contest. Several thousand eighth­ grade students from 400 schools across the state par­ ticipated in the contest this year, writing on the topic “My Personal Michigan Hero.” Steury wrote about her mother, and the challenges she has overcome in her life. Steury’s name will be engraved on a plaque for permanent display at the school, and her essay now advances to the state compe­ tition. The top 10 statewide winners, announced in April, will each receive a plaque, medallion and a cash award of $2JOOO. In addition, the top 10 essayists will be hon­ ored at a banquet in Lansing, will meet with Michigan’s top government leaders, and will be the featured guests at a Lansing Lugnuts Minor League Baseball game dedi­ cated in their honor. For the 50th anniversary, each school with a top 10 winner will receive a $1,000 check and another $500 more if the school was sponsored by a Farm Bureau Insurance agent. Maple Valley was sponsored this year by Farm Bureau Insurance agent Lynn Denton of Hastings. The second- and thirdplace winners’ essays are printed below. Ethan Boldrey A person who teaches les­ sons and helps with your schooling may soundizlike through her very extravagant history class and, more importantly, through my grades. She taught me that change can make a huge dif­ ference in people, and even countries’ government sys­ tems. In the end, I would love to learn and teach this very important lesson to people, for it’s a highly valuable les­ son! English teacher Marty Martin is pictured with the top essay finalists (from left) firstplace winner Jessica Steury, second-place winner Ethan Boldrey and third-place winner Ashton Ripley. (Photo provided) any old teacher, but my hero is not, for a person of inspira­ tion, helping, guiding, and teaching, is her way of life. Through her disliking of auto-reading voices, she reads the text through her own unique way of explana­ tion, for she is not a simple teacher. Mrs. Christopher is a jolly, sociable middle-aged junior high social studies teacher who works in the small school district of Maple Valley. She has four kids, two boys and two girls. At first glance, she may seem like a plain old teacher who would drone on for 45 min­ utes of a 52-minute class, but you- would be crushed by your mistake. Mrs. Christopher is a person of extraordinary qualities with skills of great guidance, inspiration, teaching, and helping qualities, which are needed to become the most unique and guiding teacher that she can be. She has been my hero ever since the first history lesson she taught, which was in fifth grade, three years ago. She taught about the history of Europe during the Renaissance and the middle ages, along with the history of the U.S., when it was a set of colonies in the 1600s-1775. Using imagery, she taught us how change affects history when we had the Revolutionary War. Before the war, we had high taxes on everything, but the tea tax was much higher than any other tax. Explaining it in an unruffled way, she stat­ ed that we have fixed this Along with our rights after the winning a war against the largest military power in the world at the time. If we had done nothing about these unconstitutional rights and taxes, we would still be decaying, and rotting as a nation today. This is why change is very important. My first semester having my hero as a social studies teacher was rough, though. I had to have a friend help me practically every day because I didn’t change. By my sec­ ond year of having her, it took me a week or two before I realized I had to change. I cracked the whip on myself harder than a diamond to get my world history work done well and by myself. I knew I couldn’t rely on the same person for two years in a row unless it was myself. I real­ ized, through her, that I wasn’t being the best I could be, which is what sparked a wildfire of change. I realized what change can do. In the beginning, middle, and end, Mrs. Christopher proved that change is best Ashton Ripley “Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it’s a memory.” - Dr.Seuss While you will never know how important a moment is at the time, you will know when you have found your Michigan hero. I remember the moment well. I was 10 when I was went to live with my stepmom and dad. They took good care of me and made me feel at home immediately. They helped me with all of my classes in school and taught me to be a better person in life. During this time, the most supportive person was my stepmom. She was always there to help me with my problems and that is why my Michigan hero is my stepmom. My Michigan hero is a loving, caring, generous, and supportive person. She has inspired me to be the best I can be. One way that my stepmom has inspired me is by showing me how to get things done when they heed to be done. I love that she does not care what other peo­ ple think about her. Another way she has inspired me is by being strong in hard days and for being a good exam­ ple. She has turned my life from heading to nowhere, to having a life that is on track to college and unconditional love. She guided me when I was brought down to dust and helped me up off the ground by lifting me back on my own feet to help and support myself. For instance, I had no friends when I first started at a new school. I was made fun of and didn’t like the school. She helped me cope by teaching me that people who don’t know me person­ ally, and don’t have my best interests at heart, shouldn’t have so much power over my emotions and thoughts. I learned how to protect my thoughts and now I like the school. She guided me through school when it was hard and when I needed someone the most. The thing I appreciate most about my Michigan hero is that she guided me through my difficult past; especially when I was first getting over not having my mom. She has had a wonder­ ful effect in my life and I am very thankful for her being there for me. Like Dr. Seuss said, “Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it’s a memory.” The memories ofmy diffi­ cult past hurt and, in the moment, I didn’t understand why. Now I know everything happens for a reason and I appreciate my stepmom and my dad knowing this is where I was always meant to be. Lion ladies have afew top ten performances at CMU The Maple Valley varsity track and field teams com­ peted for the first time this spring on the first day of spring, Wednesday at the Central Michigan University High School Invitational. Senior Britani Shilton had the top individual finish for the Lion program in the CMU Indoor Athletic Center, placing third in the 60-meter hurdles with a time of 10.65 seconds. DOBBINS AUTO SERVICE CENTER Now offering factory dealer com­ puter programing for Our Diagnostic Computer Software !■ Compatible With All Makes A Models W JEFF DOBBIN’S MH IIIOI IIASlIXtfS 24 HOUR TOWING S1RVKT AVAILABLE The Lion girls’ team had four top ten finishes in the Division 3-4 competition Wednesday. Sophomore Ashlyn Wilkes and senior Breanna Seavolt tied for sev­ enth in the high jump, both clearing the bar at 4 feet 3 inches. Junior teammate Elizabeth Colyer also cleared 4-3, placing 14th in the event. Wilkes added an eighth­ place time of 1 minute 9.44 seconds in the 400-meter dash. The Maple Valley girls were 14th in a field of 17 Division 3-4 teams. Kingsley beat out Central Montcalm 126.92 to 126 at the top of the standings. Reed City was third with 51.5 points, ahead of St. Louis 50.42, Harbor Beach 45, Manton 43.5, Carson City-Crystal 37, Pine River 37, Lakeview 25.5 and Lake City 23.42 in the top ten. J Shilton was just behind a pair of Kingsley girls in that 60-meter hurdles race. Junior Brittany Bowman won the race in 10.02 with senior Jacie King right behind in 10.52. Reed City sophomore Abbigail Kiaunis was the lone two-time champ in the girls’ meet, winning the 400meter dash in 1:05.12 and the 1600-meter run in 6:0057. Now Scheduling Appointments MAPLEWVALLEY Accounting and Tax, LLC We Specialize in: • Individual Taxes • Farm Taxes • Small Business Taxes • Bookkeeping DAYTIME APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE Jill Hickey Tracy Janousek _______Amy Peters_______ 157 South Main, Vermontville, MI • 517-726-1300 The Maple Valley team also had Selena Cruz 39th in the 400-meter dash and Jamie Steele, Mara Pena and Elena Erchiga all finished among the top 50 in the 200meter dash. The top performance from the Maple Valley boys came from junior Anthony Raymond who cleared the bar at 9-6 in the pole vault to place sixth in that event. The Lion team also had senior Tristin Clark 23rd in the long jump at 16-7. On the tack, Maple Valley was paced by junior Grant Mohler’s 25th-place time of 1:04.29 in the 400-meter dash. Senior teammate Jadenipat Yenjai was 41st in that race. The Lions’ Kyle Rose, Tyler Smith and Jordan Thornton were all in the top 50 in the shot put. Kingsley senior Collin Graham won two races in the boys’ D3-4 meet, taking the 400-meter dash in 53.14 and the 800 in 2:11.58. Reed city won the boys’ Division 3-4 title with 98.5 points, ahead , of runner-up Mancelona 94.37, Kingsley 75.87, Pine River 53.37, Carson City-Crystal 45.37, Lake City 4437, Ovid-Elsie 41.37, Central Montcalm 35.37, St. Louis 34 and Manton 33 in the top ten. The Maple Valley boys placed 17th. The Ionia boys and Chippewa Hills’ girls won championships in the Division 1-2 competitions Wednesday at CMU. Voting available for school poster contest Maple Valley students have submitted poster designs to spread awareness about Michigan’s Third Grade Reading Law. Winners will be decided by the community. The top three designers will receive cash prizes, and their posters will be used to help educate people about the new law. Voting is avail­ able through a link on mvs. kl2.mi.us, and will close at midnight Wednesday, March 27. The winners will be fea­ tured in the Maple Valley News next week. �k k Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 23, 2019 — Page 3 Maple Valley junior singled out for national physics program sssx sS Ss , 2Vs’® w 1 w Nk sss* XSA XiSSs * S A 56 « W «W6 S Jenna Weiler, currently a junior at Maple Valley High School, was one of 24 stu­ dents selected from across the United States to partici­ pate in the “Physics of Atomic Nuclei” program at Michigan State University. The weeklong program takes place at the National Superconducting Cyclotron Laboratory on the MSU cam­ pus. It is . sponsored by the Joint Institute for Nuclear Astrophysics - Center for the Evolution of Elements, which is a Physics Frontier Center funded by the National Science Foundation. To qualify for consider­ During February’s Stories Around the Globe program, kids learned about Japan with library staff members Sydney Khouri (left) and Kathleen Welch (right). Welch ation, each student had to complete two applications, lived in Japan for several years before recently returning to the United States. statements of interest, and include two teacher recom­ mendations. Teens can let their creativ­ terracotta pots and set it out Stories Around the Globe ity flow while making a suc­ as decoration. All supplies from 11 to noon. Saturday culent out of felt material at will be provided by the March 30. Khouri will dive “Snazzy Succulents: A DIY library. into stories that illustrate Craft event” from 5 to 7 p.m. Further along in the week, what it’s like to live in Kenya Tuesday, March 26. the library’s local history and discuss the differences Teens will have the oppor­ room will be open from 5 to and similarities Kenya shares tunity to create a succulent 7 p.m. Thursday, March 28. with the United States. The by cutting felt material into Patrons are welcome to go books also give kids the the shape of the leaves and upstairs and explore the opportunity to explore small then layering those pieces. rooms that hold so much of villages, leam about the cul­ Barry County Along with choosing a basic Nashville’s rich history. ture and speak Swahili. After Commission on Aging design of a plant, techniques Through documents, photos reading, the group will make Menu and Activities can be used to embellish the and artifacts, visitors are sure a craft and follow up with a Friendship Sites plant and add detailed fea­ to discover something inter­ snack, both of which will Congregate Menu tures to the succulent. Some esting about the town, and represent Kenyan culture. Monday, March 25 ideas might include shading discover a new favorite work More information is avail­ Roast beef, mashed the edge of the leaves with a space or reading nook. The able by calling the library, potatoes & gravy, broccoli, marker or adding texture to area is not handicap accessi­ 517-852-9723, or emailing dinner roll, apple. the plant using leftover felt ble. Khouri, skhouri@putnamlib. Tuesday, March 26 pieces. After finishing the Kids can “visit” Kenya org. Baked potato bar, chili, succulent, teens can then with assistant director ofpro­ tossed salad, crackers, “plant” them into miniature gramming Sydney Khouri at orange. Succulent crafting at Putnam Library j^ j^SWJ WS tossh^W^ferine, ferin|ej,U ^tSJWji Wji, “"fenhdn dn Lite ■ftiBianj’ ‘*tai"f pts but al i »iy. bwl knoww ew iBKdfcpftuiaa ’■* smrnstifE i6rp> i) jjQjmjj '*-KE »W»lSlhj$ Wednesday, March 27 Kt! It. jesalCMI bta Itaoo rottlii s.%1 Siiesiapi o fekf.«E dial GntaroiMiwi WDMMtfc- ,7- fcWiilll . NEWS FROM THE EATON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE In the past week, Eaton County deputies responded to 30 alarms, 18 car acci­ dents, 25 citizen assists, 24 well-being checks, 11 domes­ tic disputes, 16 shoplifting complaints, 13 larcenies, two vehicle slide-offs, 13 operat­ ing while impaired incidents, five personal injury crashes, 18 property damage crashes, 54 suspicious situations, 28 traffic hazards, 223 traffic stops, 29 vacation checks and 30 traffic violations. Overall, deputies responded to 863 calls for service and events. This weekly article has been a great way to keep Eaton County citizens informed. In continuation of Goulash, banana. peas, com, Thursday, March 28 Fiesta lime chicken, brown cilantro rice, baby carrots, tossed salad, fruit crisp. Friday, March 29 this, I want to let you know about a recent amendment to Michigan’s Move Over Law. This law requires motorists to slow down and move over for stationary emergency vehicles with their lights activated. Now, the law has been amended to require that when approaching a station­ ary emergency vehicle with its emergency lights activat­ ed, motorists must carefully slow down to at least 10 mph below the posted speed limit and move over into an open lane, if possible. Emergency vehicles now also include road maintenance vehicles, utility service vehicles and solid waste haulers. Are you going to be gone Baked pollock, baked over spring break? If you’re sweet potato, peas, dinner planning some time away roll, ambrosia. with the family, please don’t forget to: Home Delivered • Lock all doors and win­ Cold Menu dows - don’t forget the Monday, March 25 garage. Sliced turkey & Swiss • Ask a friend or neighbor cheese, sandwich thin, grape to watch your home. tomatoes, Mandarin oranges. • Remind all members of Tuesday, March 26 your family not to post your Chicken pasta salad, beet plans on social media. & onion salad, whole grain • Make sure timers you roll, applesauce. have connected to any lights Wednesday, March 27 in your home are working Chicken Caesar salad, properly. Italian pasta salad, fruited • Have your mail delivery jello,, oatmeal cranberry suspended.. cookie. Thursday, March 28 Cinnamon bagel, Maple Valley News Published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. 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March Birthdays; Reminiscence Thursday, March 28 - Thursday, March 28 Fiesta lime chicken, brown cilantro rice, Brussels sprouts, diced carrots, applesauce. Friday, March 29 Vegetarian lasagna, cauliflower, black beans, mixed fruit cup. Activities Calendar Monday, March 25 - Hastings: Line Dancing 9: 30 am.; Brain Works 1 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am.; TV Time. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 am.-l pm. Friday, March 29 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 a.m.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 am.; Painting Group 1 pm.; Move for Better Bal. PD 4:30 pm. Delton: Walking 11 am.-l p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Woodland: Card Games Kindergarten Round-up Monday, April 29 • 8am-7pm and jk Tuesday, April 30 • 8am-7pm at Grace Church 8950 E. M-79 Hwy., Nashville, Ml 49073 517-852-9468. - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 9:30 am.; Iron Rails 10: 30 am. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Call Fuller Street School to set up appointments J - Wednesday, March 27 - Roast beef, mashed potatoes & gravy, broccoli, dinner roll, apple. Goulash, banana. 26 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 am.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Art in Action 1 pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am.. ^Please bring your student's birth certificate, their immunization records, and proof J of residency (driver's license or a bill or a lease agreement). . NEWSROOM • Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com cheese, vanilla Greek yogurt, blueberries, vegetable juice. Jenna Weiler Maple Valley Schools Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & CEO _________________ Hank Schuuring • CFO__________________________ Chris Silverman cream The students who were picked to attend learned about research in one of the leading rare isotope research laboratories in the world. They were introduced by sci­ entists to the fields of astro­ physics, cosmology, and nuclear science. Established in 1963, the cyclotron labora- tory is the nation’s largest nuclear science facility on a university campus. Participants were allowed to perform their own nuclear physics experiment and explore science topics with other program participants. Each day started at 8:50 ajn. with ending times varying between 4 and 6 p.m., depending on the program for that day. Evening activi­ ties were spent touring cam­ pus. Weiler said this program, which took place in July, was a very interesting, fun learn­ ing experience. This spring, she plans to apply for another longer summer program at MSU. She is the daughter of Jeff and Nicki Weiler of Nashville. a i �Page 4 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, March 23,2019 Bernice Irene Eaton Kayla Martin-Burd NASHVILLE, MI - Miss Kayla Martin-Burd ofNash­ ville went into glory on Sun­ day, March 17, 2019, on her 35th birthday, at Spectrum Health Butterworth in Grand Rapids. Kayla was bom in Hast­ ings on March 17, 1984, the daughter of Wesley “J” Mar­ tin and Kari Burd. She attended Carrizozo High School in New Mexico, graduating in 2002. She continued her education at Eastern New Mexico State University and New Mexico State University, obtaining an Associates in Special Education. Throughout the years, Kayla had been employed at Subway and Dollar General in Nashville, but most re­ cently was able to pursue her career in education by work­ ing as a teacher’s aide, and substitute teacher for Maple Valley Schools. In her spare time, she loved cross stitching creating beautiful masterpieces for family and friends; col­ oring, baking, pony riding, singing and dancing. She enjoyed watching sports with her siblings and visiting friends everywhere. During the summer months, Kayla loved to be on the water fish­ ing, boating, or enjoying an afternoon of swimming and beach going. She spent every waking moment with vari­ ous nieces and nephews and neighbor kids, showing them love and teaching them to be silly. Her kind and generous spirit followed her wherever she went. Kayla is survived by her children, daughter, J’Lynn Martin-Burd; three sons, Cul­ len Martin-Burd, Gary Lloyd Martin-Burd, John Thomas Martin-Burd; four sisters, Lacey (Ben) Aronin, Tier­ ney (Jacob) Riddle, Timara (Matt) Wehr, Katie-Grace Burd; three brothers, Josh­ ua Burd, Arden Burd, James Burd; two stepbrothers, An­ drew Richardson, Aaron (Kayla) Richardson; grand­ parents, Patricia Maxson, Don Ray Steinbrecher NASHVILLE, MI - Don Ray Steinbrecher, age 84, of Nashville, passed away on March 17,2019. Don Ray was bom in Detroit on August 14, 1934. He was the son ofGeorge and Dorothy (Lenton) Steinbrecher. On July 25, 1958 he married Mary Lois Altenberger, who passed away in 2017. Together they raised seven children, Barbara (Brian) Bertien, Debra (Tom) a retired warrant officer, Heflron, Donna Gardner, having worked for the Virginia Burd, Ron Tyrrell, Linda (Rich) Elliston, Paula Michigan National Guard for Coakes, George and Lyle and Linda Hill; her (John) over 30 years. He was a Boy parents, Kari (Tim) Burd, and (Shannon) Steinbrecher; and Scout and 4-H leader, and a Wesley “J” (Pam) Martin; Ronda (Gerard) Marczynski; football coach. He loved her nieces and nephews, Ca­ 14 grandchildren, Jessica flying airplanes, horses, leb, Elliott, Shane, Amelia, (John) Green, Breann (Roger) farming and computers. He Brittney Gardner, Brielle, EmberLeigh, Brook, Platte, ran a small computer business Addie, Carson, Elijah, Ryker, Matthew Coakes, Katrina and Kyron; best friend, Beth­ Heflron, Theron Steinbrecher, in Nashville for many years. any Adams-Slaght; special Leah (Brandon) Monroe, He also enjoyed genealogy Heflron, Jennifer and also ran a small printing cousin friend, Naomi Chris­ Justin tian; special aunts, Melissa Elliston, Dylan Marczynski, business out ofhis home. A celebration of Don’s life Leinhart and Kristine Salski; Connor Marczynski, Morgan and numerous other aunts, Morrow, Rachel Blackwell, took place on Friday, March uncles, and cousins. and Keegan Steinbrecher- 22, 2019 at Lauer Family Funeral Home - Wren Chapel, She was preceded in death Snow: nine great­ 1401 N. Broadway Hastings. by her dad, William Hart; grandchildren; siblings, Bob Interment followed in Wilcox grandfathers, Arden Burd, (Marion) Steinbrecher, George Gary Martin, Bill Maxson; D. Steinbrecher, and Sandy Cemetery with military honors by the Army National Guard grandmother, Cheri 'Tyrrell; (Richard) Black great-grandmothers, MariHe was preceded in death and American Legion Post 45 on Borton and Thelma Har­ by his parents, and his brother, Honors Teams. Please share condolences rington; and brother, Jeff Jim Steinbrecher. Burd. Don served in the United with the family at www. Funeral services were held States Army, receiving an lauerfh.com. at Vermontville Bible Church, honorable discharge. He was Vermontville, on Wednesday, March 20, 2019. Pastor Joe Benedict officiated. In lieu of flowers, mem­ orial contributions can be HASTINGS, MI Mr. rants in the Hastings area and made to the Family of Kayla Martin-Burd for the care Dennis Franklin, age 53, of had developed many friend­ of her children at Eaton Hastings, passed away unex­ ships, in which he truly treaFederal Savings Bank. A pectedly on Saturday, March sured. He is survived by his brothGoFundMc account titled 16,2019, at his home. Dennis was bom in How ­ ers, David (Darla) Franklin “Kayla’s Kids” has been opened at goftindme.com — ell on Oct. 2, 1965, the son and Doug (Jody) Franklin. A memorial service celehttps://www.gofundme.com/ of the late Harold and June brating Dennis’ life will be kay la039s-kids?team Invite= (Gearhart) Franklin. His early childhood was held at the Nashville Church M61EJDindOwkZrUki7Ew spent in the Fowlerville of the Nazarene, Nashville, at MOthPnXezsNHvBwRL 1 d 11 a.m. on Saturday, March Zyu3eG3I6vljxoDdvtVdAB area where he attended local schools. The family relocated 23,2019. Xjl There will be a time of Funeral arrangements have to the Nashville area where and luncheon been entrusted to the Daniels Dennis attended Maple Val­ fellowship Funeral Home, Nashville. ley High School. Dennis immediately following the For further details please also joined the United States funeral service at the Nashville Church of the Nazarene visit our website at www. Army. Dennis had a passion for Fellowship Hall. danielsfuneralhome.net. antiques. He loved attending Interment will take place auction sales and enjoyed privately. buying and selling antiques. Memorial contributions can He was especially fond of be made to the family of Dennis historical pedal cars and trac­ Franklin. tors. Dennis loved to talk and Funeral arrangements have visit with friends and neigh­ been entrusted to the Daniels bors, and his sense ofhumor Funeral Home in Nashville. always brought a special For further details please aspect to the conversation. visit our website at www. Through the years, Dennis danielsfuneralhome.net had worked at several restau- Dennis Frankli WHERE SWEETNESS BEGINS Provider ofMaple Syrup Equipment andAccessories “For all Producers” S Evaporators • Bulk Tanks • Tubing Containers • Maple syrup and Maple products • Etc. Wanted • Preowned Maple Syrup Equipment 11534 State Road (M-66) Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 . 61MH-3636 hmaplesupply.com Hours of Operation Mon. Tues. Thurs. Fri ~10 am - 5 pm Wednesday ~ 10 am - 8 pm Like Us On ip Facebook Saturday ~ 9 am - 1pm Dana La Haie and Reed La Haie LOWELL, MI Mrs. Dana Lynn La Haie, age 36, of Lowell, and her son, Reed La Haie, age 3, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, March 9, 2019 and Monday March 11,2019, respectively Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please visit our website at www. danielsfuneralhome.net VERMONTVILLE. MI Bernice “Bernie” Irene Eaton, age 88, of Vermontville, the woman known for her wiId finger nail polish, completed her legacy on Monday, March 18,2019. Bernice was bom in St Johns, on August 27,1930, the daughter of Amos and Edna (Schneider) Mull Following graduation from Charlotte High School in 1949 Bernie began her working career at a curtain factory in Grand Rapids, followed by Wilcox Gay, Michigan Magnetics and Carefree working on the line and later as a janitor. After retiring from Carefree, Bernie worked at McDonalds in Potterville. She was dedicated to her work and received numerous awards for her perfect attendance. Bernie married Keith Eaton on May 27, 1950 and together spent the next 30 years together until his passing in 1980. Traveling was a big passion for Bernie, she traveled all across the world and her destination favorite was Hawaii. Bemie also enjoyed fishing. On the pier in Ludington was her favorite spot. She lived next to the Kalamo Hillside Cemetery and would take daily walks around the cemetery. During the summer she would take lemonade to the maintenance men at the cemetery. Bemie made numerous trips each day to her “favorite” places. These places were Taco Bell, Burger King and also Admiral gas station where she would put $5 ofgas into her car each day. Bernice is survived by her loving family, daughter, Jackie (Terry) Yesh ofBellevue; three grandchildren; six great­ grandchildren; brother, Ronald (Joyce) Mull ofBelton, MO. Bernice was preceded in death by her husband, Keith; parents; brother, James Mull; and her significant other, Robert Wyble. A private family graveside service will be held at Kalamo Hillside Cemetery. If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to Michigan Children with Special Needs Fund. Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Bemie on her Tribute Page at www.PrayFuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. --- Aleta B. Van VERMONTVILLE, MI Aleta B. VanAuken, age 98, of Vermontville, passed away Sunday, March 10,2019 at her home. Aleta was bom in Battle Creek, on September 10, 1920, the daughter of the late and Alston Beatrice (Harrington) Penfold. She was raised in the Battle Creek area and attended local schools there. Her family relocated to the Nashville area in high school and she graduated from W.K. Kellogg High School 1939. Aleta spent her working career at Kelloggs, where she served the company in many capacities throughout the years. The majority of her career however, Aleta worked in the shipping and packing departments retiring in 1981 after 26 years with the company. Along with her husband Donald, the couple enjoyed fishing, gardening, and traveling together. Aleta was also an extremely talented seamstress, who enjoyed making clothing for her family. Aleta is survived by her daughter; Tina Miracle; son, Tom (Teresha) VanAuken; sister; Thelma Linsley; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Donald; sons, Donnie and Terry VanAuken; son-in-law, Dennis and brother-in-law, Lloyd Linsley. Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, on Saturday, March 16, 2019 with Pastor Joe Benedict officiating. Interment will take place immediately following the funeral service Wilcox Cemetery Nashville. Memorial contributions can be made to the family ofAleta VanAuken. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please visit our website at www. danielsfimeraIh(Mne.net MOST OFALL YOUR AUTOMOTIVENEEDS ACE AUTO REPAIR& From General Maintenance to Performance and Off-Road Parts 517-726-1500 130 S. Main St., Vermontville Mon.-Fri. 8:00-5.00; Sat 8:00-1:00 5105 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 23, 2019 — Page 5 FFA member auction Thursday Betty Downing NASHVILLE, MI - Mrs. Betty Downing, age 90, of Nashville, passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at Thomapple Manor, in Hastings. Betty was bom in Battle Creek on Jan. 8, 1929, the daughter of the late Earl and Elsie (Thomas) Willbur. She was raised in the Marshall and attended local schools, graduating from Marshall High School. She was the wife ofDuane Downing, who was bom on August 2, 1926. Betty and Duane got married on May 16, 1959 in the Catholic Church. The couple was mar­ ried 60 years and made their home together in the Nash­ ville area where they raised their family together. Betty was a very hard worker, and spent the majority of her working career as a Cereal Box Packer for Kellogg’s where she worked for over 21 years before retiring in 1979. Her retirement did not last long, however - soon after leaving Kellogg’s Betty began working at Transamerica as a key punch, a job she held for over 10 years. Dining her “retirement” Betty also volunteered at Thomapple Manor. Along with her husband Duane, the couple enjoyed travelling the United States. They spent of 30 years win­ tering in Lake Placid, Flor­ ida. Betty was a very ener­ getic, and positive person, who was always a joy to be around. She and her hus­ band Duane enjoyed every moment together, travelling, talking, and even square dancing whenever the oppor­ tunity presented itself. While her family was growing, they spent the summer months ex­ ploring the campgrounds of Northern Michigan, and the Gun Lake State Park. Betty is survived by her beloved husband, Duane; her daughter, Sheila (William) Grinage; her son, Dan Downing; 19 grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren.. She was preceded in death by her sons, Tom and Russell Harrington; her parents, Elsie May (Thome) Willbur and Earl Alfred Willbur; all of her siblings, Kenny Willbur, Pauline Willbur, Don Willbur, Larry Willbur, Cecile Willbur, Bruce Willbur, Roger Willbur, and Gordan Willbur. A Mass of Christian Buri­ al will be celebrated at St. Cyril Catholic Church, Nash­ ville, at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 25, 2019, with Father Stephan Philip officiating. The family will receive visitors on Sunday, March 24 from 5-7 p.m. at Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Rosary will take place at 7 p.m. at Daniels Funer­ al Home, with Deacon Jim Mellin officiating. Interment will take place immediately following the funeral Mass at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. There will be a time of fellowship and luncheon im­ mediately following the in­ terment at St. Cyril Catholic Church in Nashville. Memorial contributions can be made to Great Lakes Hospice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please visit our website at www. danielsfuneralhome.net gnlddta The community can “buy” their own FFA member for a day during the annual mem­ ber auction at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 26, in the high school auditorium. Anyone may purchase one ofthe FFA members for up to eight hours’ worth of labor to do anything from spring cleaning to babysitting or general farm work. This year the FFA mem­ bers decided put on a spa­ ghetti dinner during the auc­ tion as a way of thanking their supporters. Dinner will start at 5:30 p.m. and be open to anyone whether they plan on bidding in the auction or not. A donation of $5 per person is suggested for the din­ ner. The request for labor must itto ijjiitoi «toi itf jfffl iJH Bi< tot®* Local Church Schedule Rushford-Gusey Mark and Lisa Rushford of Nashville wish to announce the engagement of their daughter Linsy Ann to Dawson Gusey, son of Ryan and Jen of Gusey Vermontville. The bride and groom elect are both 2017 graduates of Maple Valley High School and are currently enrolled at SVSU. A May 4, 2019 wedding is planned in Charlotte, after which the newlyweds will be participating in a study abroad program in Stirling, Scotland. CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St, Nashville Sunday School................................. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship............................................. 11 Evening Worship....................................... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................................ 7 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School...................................... 9:45 Morning Worship....................................... 11 .Evening Worship 6 .Wednesday Family Night Service............................. 6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 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. 9617 E. Baseline Rd. (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service................................... 9 a.m. Sunday School............................ 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) 0 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. Phone: (517) 543-5488 March 25 March 26 April 1 April 3 April 3 April 4 April 6 April 8 April 13 April 13 April 15 10: 00 a.m Church Service 11: 00 a.m.................................... Fellowship April 15 Struts Diagnostic Services www.m66tire.com • email: m66tirecooper@att.net 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66, Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 Ph 616-374-1200 ■ Fax 616-374-4427 Start a quilt for your Grad New spring collection arriving PRAY FOR OUR MILITARY 218 E. State St., Hastings • | Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up Station |._____ 4AA4A44AAAA444A4A4AAAA4AA4 11 a.m. .m. 7p.m. PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service............................................... 11 P.M. Service................................................ 6 Wed. Service.............................................. 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE Located on the comer of State and Washington streets 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 Hustwlck 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (corner M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................. 8:30 a.m We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. (1/2 mile East ofM-66, NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH PASTOR KAREN KINNEY Parsonage: 517-852-0685 517-588-8415 Sunday School ............. 10 A.M. Service... .11:15 am. P.M. Service.... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Service........................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School........................... 11:00 a.m. .9:15 a.m. 8593 Cloverdale Road 945-9673 OPEN: Monday-Thursday 8 am-5:30 Friday 8 am-7 pm; Saturday 9 am-5:30 PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 7 QUESTIONS: ASK US... KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worshi Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 pjn., Extension Office Barry County K-9 Club Meeting, 6:30 p.m.. Episcopal Church Rabbit Fair Mandatory Meeting, 6:30 pm., St. Rose Catholic Church Rabbit/Cavy Fair Pre-registration due Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 pjn., Expo Center Teen Leader Meeting, 6:30 pjn., Extension Office Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Hog Tagging, 11 a.m.-2 p.m„ Expo Center Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m„ KCC Hog Tagging, 9-11 a.m., Osborne Farms Hog Tagging, 1-3 p.m., Moo-Ville Creamery Goat Fair Pre-registrations due in the Extension Office Beef, Sheep & Swine Fair Pre-registration due in the Extension Office coopert/res Brakes • Tune-Ups Mufflers * Batteries Oil Changes • Shocks 5 ml. south ofNashville) 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............................ 9:45 a.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship 110 S. Main St, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Sunday: A.M. Worship ... P.M. Worship............ FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE Wo matter who you are, or where you are on Ute’sjourney, you are welcome here. ’ Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (269) 963-7710 PASTOR PEGGY BAKER » 0 . PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Comer of Baseline & Church Roads 2019 March 25 Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo recently announced its dean’s list for the fall 2018 semester. To be named to the dean’s list, undergraduate students must earn a grade point aver­ age of 3.50 or higher on 12 or more credit hours of work for the semester. Local students who quali­ fied include: Charlotte - Jeannette Baars, Makkena Bartlett, Kylie Falk, Nathan Francis, Cooper Frost, Haven Hiatt, Charlotte Koeppen, Madison Miller, James Pattison, Zandra Siple, Peyton Smith, Jonah Wojnar, Cameron Youngs. Dowling Madison Charlton, Benito Vavra. Hastings - Shayna Brooks, Alleyna Davis, Myles Eldred, Stephanie Komondy, Kayla Loew, Emerald OBrien, Braxton Prill, Samantha Schullo, Corey Stout, Mckenzie Teske, Naomi Van Dien. Nashville - Nicole Peters, Hunter Sebastian. Sunfield - Daniel Tennant. Vermontville Hayden Klotz. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Barry County Extension Calendar of Events WMU dean’s list includes local students • i® k In Wto -r,feline* «« i)® III Ito** MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS be submitted by Oct. 1. The participating FFA members willingly sign up beforehand, then get auc­ tioned offto donate their time to help a business, resident or even a family member with any help they might need. Anyone is allowed to attend or make a bid. The auction is sponsored by the FFA Alumni and will be auctioneered by Henry Detweiler. All proceeds will go to the FFA Alumni to sponsor conventions, pro­ grams and leadership training to Maple Valley FFA mem­ bers. More information is avail­ able by calling FFA Advisor Aaron Saari, 852-9275 ext. 2665. . Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West .Worship..................................... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass............................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission Of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School 9:45 a Worship Service 11 a Sunday Evening Service ..... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service... .6:30 p.m. AWANA............................ 630-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. 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Mppia Syrup Mooci gfton Suga* Shack �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 23,2019 — Page 7 Musical gets lost in the woods Kay Bansemer and Aurora Linn play Cinderella’s step-sisters. Cassie Linn plays Cinderella in “Into the Woods" over the weekend. It was Linn’s final perfor­ mance after appearing in seven musicals at Maple Valley. Gracie Fisher played one of the three muses who moved the sets and props for scene transitions while the musical was still in action. Fisher missed only one musi­ cal during her high school career. Alyson Gusey, Aurora Linn and Kay Bansemer play Cinderella’s wicked step-family. upper MowingW Made Easy9! EASY TO USE • Joystick Steering option makes driving fun and intuitive • Front Step and Handrail for easy entry Cearul Carpenter belts out a song as the wolf in “Into the Woods." Director Julie Nelson said there were around 550 attendees at the five performances over the week­ end. EASY TO MAINTAIN • Stand-Up Deck allows quick access to blades • Easy access to oil drain and filter EASY TO OWN • Independent dealers provide support before and after the sale • Multiple financing options available Your Local Dealer: Maple Valley Implement, Inc 735 E. Sherman Street, Nashville, MI 517-852-1910 www.maplevalleyeq.com �Page 8 — Juat Say *A* Advartaed n the Maple Valley News* Saturday. March 23.2019 Reid’s Resort takes to the wheels This column coordinated by the late Susan Hinckley was printed in the Feb. 7, 1989, Maple Valley News. Following is the continua­ tion of the family history compiled by Don C Reid of Hastings, whose mother, the former Amber Z. Cruso, was the daughter of early Nashville residents. Today's story tells ofthe Reids'final years at the Thornapple Lake Resort, and the death of “Tex" Reid in his native state. We are indebted to Don C. Reidfor sharing his family record, and the accompany­ ing photos, with readers of this column, and hope his outstanding effort will encourage others to capture theirfamily’s historyfor the enlightenment and entertain­ ment offuture generations. The year 1941 saw a lot of changes for the Reid family. Dad saw his father, Charles L. Reid, for the last time, when Grandpa came from Texas to visit. We had all moved to the Thornapple Lake property, and Carl Sanborn and family were running lhe gas station at Quimby. My brother, Robert, was attending school in Nashville, and I was starting college in the School of Engineering at University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. Bob Parker and I went to the university together and roomed with his aunt and uncle, Neva and Albert Rapp. We had to keep the lawns mowed and the threes trimmed, and we were gener­ al handymen about the house and grounds. I came home for a week­ end about once a month and during the summers. Dad, Mother, Grandma Cruso and Robert had most ofthe work to do (at the resort). Dad hired a young man or two during this time to work on the farm and help with chores. Two of them were Bob Oster of Nashville and Bob Vandenberg, who lived on River Road just north of the gas station. Duff Eddy (who had A devoted father and family man, “Tex" Reid also was a friend to all who needed him and was loved by almost everyone who knew him. Blessed with a great sense of humor, he could tell jokes and share anecdotes that kept people in stitches. Tex is seen here on one of the special occasions when he entertained guests in the dining room at his resort hotel by twirling a rope and jumping in and out of it, Texas cowboy style. worked for us at the resort) had gone to work for Michigan Central Railroad out of the Jackson yard, and Florence and Ransom Howell were back in Nashville, where she was cooking in Mary White’s restaurant. In 1942 Ted Reid’s health started to fail. He was both­ ered with phlebitis in his legs, pleurisy in his lungs, sinusitis in his head, and was in and out ofbed an awful lot ofthe time. In late September, he began expectorating blood, and a soreness devel­ oped in his chest cavity. He was admitted to the veterans hospital in Dearborn in November 1942 for treat­ ment of heart disease and diagnosis of his other ail­ ments, which were many. I was in my second year at U of M and had been granted deferred status from the mil­ itary because of my school VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE COUNTY OF EATON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday. April 9, 2019, at 7:00 p.m., or shortly thereafter, the Planning Commission of the Village of Vermontville will hold a public hearing at the Vermontville Village Office, 194 S. Main Street, Vermontville, Michigan, on a proposed ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Vermontville. The principal provisions of the proposed amending ordinance can be summarized as follows: 1- Industrial Performance Standards, The proposed ordinance would add a section to the Zoning Ordinance that would provide standards for control ofodors and noise in the Light Industrial District. The ordinance provides that any violation of the standards in the ordinance is to be corrected and the costs of correction are to be borne by the violator. A copy of the proposed amending ordinance is on file and may be examined at the Village Office, 194 S. Main Street, Vermontville, during Village office hours. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and comment upon the proposed ordinance. Written comments may be submitted to the Village office, at the above-stated address, up to and during the time of the public hearing. Dated: March 23,2019 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE work. When J came home for the holidays in December, Mom made me aware of the seriousness of Dad’s condi­ tion. I decided I was needed at home more than at school, so when I returned to school Memories of the Past after New Year's, 1 told them I was leaving and wanted to settle up on my accounts and classes. I was told if I left school I would lose my deferred sta­ tus and could be drafted, but I was determined to be back with the family, so that set­ tled it. Of course, Mother told Dad, and he wrote to the draft board and got me on deferred status so I could stay home and take care of the family. Because Dad had been a flyer, I had always dreamed of being in the airplane busi­ ness in some way, so 1 had been chosen aeronautical engineering as my major in college. When I returned home, I found that a good many of my high school chums and friends were already in the service. I began to think about enlisting in the Air In 1941, Charles L. Reid (left) made his last trip from Force. I couldn’t make up my mind whether to stay at Texas to Michigan to visit his son Theodore and family at Reid’s Resort, where his photo was taken. It was the last the resort or to join up. time the two were to see each other alive, for two years later ’Tex” died in his native state, en route to a winter's stay in New Mexico. He was 49. Don C. Reid is seen here with his grandmother, Flora Cruso, (left) and mother, Amber Reid, during one of his visits home in the summer of 1943. CpI. Reid was in special training at Detroit for the U.S. Air Force at that time. After the death of her husband in October 1943, Amber and her mother and Amber’s younger son, Robert, moved into Nashville. Flora passed away in 1953, and her daughter died two years later. 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: April 3,2019 May 1, 2019 June 5,2019 July 3,2019 August 7, 2019 September 4,2019 October 2,2019 November 6,2019 December 4, 2019 January 8, 2020 February 5,2020 March 4,2020 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. Susie Butler, Maple Grove Township Clerk n5032 Finally, in January, 1 could stand it no longer and told Mother I wanted to enlist. She checked with Dad, of course, and he said he under­ stood because he had had the same problem when he was young, deciding whether to stay in college or enlist during World War I. “I joined up,” he said. So, I went down to the draft board and signed up; they told me I would go on the next call for men. Dad was released from the hospital in February 1943 after they had done all they could for him, but he arrived home too late to see me off to the service, for I had left Jan. 21 on a bus with 36 other boys from Barry County. After induction at Fort Custer, I was sent to Florida for basic training in the U.S. Air Force. Ted Reid was at the helm of the resort once more, but he was in poor condition. Robert and Mother were mainly running the roller rink and seeing that every­ thing was accomplished on the farm end of the business. Dad was not in good shape and he knew it, but his love of life kept him struggling to maintain his family and fel­ lowship with friends until the very end. He struggled all summer, in bed, out of bed, and even back to the veterans hospital for another checkup. They told him there was no help for him at the time and advised moving to a warm climate. Dad began to formu­ late plans to go to a warm, dry climate, maybe New Mexico where his favorite brother, J.T., was living. Meanwhile, I had com­ pleted basic training, then had gone to gunnery school in Denver. Being in the top 10 ofthe class, I was shipped to Detroit to Briggs Manufacturing Company Machine Gun Turret School. Once there, I could get home every two weeks on a week­ end pass. To get his plans going to move to the Southwest, Dad first wrote to J.T. and asked about going there for at least the winter to see how things would go. J.T. wrote back that he’d be delighted to have them spend the winter and said he’d find a place for them to stay. Dad didn’t want to impose, so he bought a good travel trailer and had his 1941 Pontiac fitted with a trailer hitch and brake controls for the trailer. Mother, Grandma and Robert all signed on for the trip. The American Legion post in Hastings gave “Tex” a lifetime membership before his departure as an expres­ sion of their appreciation of his comradeship. Dad went to the ration board (a war was going, remember) and secured a tire ration permit and gas rations stamps for the trip. The Sanborns, who had been operating the gas station, decided they would like to operate the rink and resort, so a deal was made. I don’t think Dad ever expected to return to Michigan. He knew he was Continued next page �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 23,2019 — Page 9 From previous page not long for this world, but true to form, he prepared to spend a sportsman’s winter with his hunter-fisherman brother in Albuquerque. He packed up his fishing gear, his two guns (a shotgun and a rifle) along with ammunition, boots, vest and everything he would need to keep on enjoy­ ing the life he loved, or as much of it as he might have left. So, the little band offour started out. Robert did most of the driving, with Dad alongside, coaching him in the “do’s” and “don’ts” ofhaling a trail­ er. Robert had just turned 13 in January, so it was a big undertaking for him. Mother could drive, but it made her nervous. They made it a far as Armarillo, Texas, when Dad could not stand the strain, and was put in the veterans’ facility there for the final chapter of natural life. On Oct. 16, 1943, Theodore (Ted, “Tex,” T.S.K.) Reid was called by his Maker and answered to a new name written down in glory. Business Services BUYING ALL HARD­ WOODS: Walnut, White Oak, Hard Maple, Cherry. Paying top dollar. Call for pricing and Free Estimates. Will buy single walnut trees. Insured, liability & workman's comp. Fetterley Logging/ (269)818-7793 **‘**k **» ** BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING SEAMLESS gutter. 50 colors, free estimates. 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The furlough, so I had to return to Red Cross got me a leave of Nevada immediately. absence to attend the funeral Mother rented a house at and to drive the family back 419 Reed St. in Nashville to Michigan. from Netti Parrott, an old All of Dad’s brothers and schoolteacher friend of hers. sisters who were still living Mother, Grandma Cruso and in Texas and New Mexico Robert moved their furniture were at the funeral, along from the hotel to their new with Grandpa Reid, who was place and soon made them­ on hand to pay last respects selves at home in Nashville. to his fifth son. Grandma had lived just They had a service there at three blocks away on Reed a chapel in Amarillo, then Street for 14 years (until shipped the body back to Grandpa Charlie Cruso died Hastings for another service in 1935), so she and mother and for burial. T.S.K. Reid had many friends in the vil­ was buried in Lakeview lage. They started attending Cemetery in Nashville, the Evangelical Church, got where Mother’s relations in with several groups of were buried and where my ladies their own ages, and parents had purchased a plot. life continued as best as pos­ Tex Reid was gone, but sible. not forgotten. He was more Robert continued in the than a father and a family Nashville school system. man, he was a friend to all Being in eighth grade, he who needed him and was soon was able to make up the loved by almost everyone schoolwork he had missed. who knew him. He also was very involved in Mother sold the house scouting. trailer in Amarillo, and when As soon as Amber got we returned to Michigan, organized, she sold the gas stayed at the hotel until she station to Chester and Mary could get organized. Alice Allerding in February I was unable to secure an 1944. 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Prohibition on Commercial Medical Marihuana Facilities, the proposed ordinance would expressly prohibit, in the Village, any and all types ofa “marihuana facility,” as that term is defined and used in the Medical Marihuana Facilities Licensing Act. 3. Rights Under MMMA Preserved. The proposed ordinance would not limit any privileges, rights, immunities or defenses of a person as provided in the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act A copy of the proposed amending ordinance is on file and may be examined at the Village Office, 194 S. Main Street, Vermontville, during Village office hours. All interested per­ sons may attend the public hearing and comment upon the proposed ordinance. Written comments may be submitted to the Village office, at the above-stated address, up to and during the time ofthe public hearing. Dated: March 23,2019 planning Commission of the VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE for lender and lender’s successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated De­ cember 15,2017, and recorded on December 20, 2017, in Document No. 2017-012775, and assigned by said mortgagee to Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hun­ dred One Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Nine Dollars and Ninety-One Cents ($101,569.91). Under the ■power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, At the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 01:00 PM o’clock, on April 11, 2019 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 8, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing 70 rods West of the Northeast comer of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 8, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, for the place of be­ ginning; thence South 270.60 feet; thence East 322 feet; thence North 270.60 feet; thence West 322 feet to the place of beginning. The re­ demption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless abandoned under MCL 600.3241, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 1 month, or under MCL 600.3241 a 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days from the MCL 600.3241 a(b) notice, whichever is later, or extinguished pursuant to MCL 600.3238. If the above refer­ enced property is sold at a foreclo­ sure sale under Chapter 32 of Act 236 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. 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Delton Kellogg won a coun­ ty-high nine ballgames. Hastings had seven wins, including the county’s only victory in the postseason. Maple Valley finished the season with four wins, best­ ing GLAC rival Lakewood twice. The Vikings and TK Trojans finished with three victories apiece. 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 Suppll WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available The All-Barry County teams this winter are a good mix of seniors and under­ classmen who will look to come back strong next year to help their programs move forward. Here are the 2018-19 All­ Barry County Boys’ Basketball First and Second teams All-Barry County Boys’ Basketball 2018-19 First Team Gavin Booher, Maple Valley: The Lions’ senior point guard showed off a good mix of attacking the basket and getting a good touch on his outside shot this winter. Booher averaged 17 points and 6 rebounds per game this season, while adding 3.3 assists and 3 steals a game. Other members of the 2018-19 All-Barry County Boys’ Basketball First Team are Hastings’ Kirby Beck and Cameron Ertner, Delton Kellogg’s Carter Howland, Lakewood’s Jatob Elenbaas, and Thom apple Kellogg’s Joe Dinkel and Isaiah Guenther. All-Barry County Boys’ Basketball 2018-19 Second Team Carson Hasselback, Maple Valley: The Lions’ senior center showed off all the moves in the post this sea­ son, finishing at 17 points and 95 rebounds per game. Hasselback also contribut­ ed 1 blocked shot an 1 assist a game. Curtis Walker, Maple Valley: Walker was one of the Lions’ senior leaders this winter, doing all the little things on both ends of the floor. Walker averaged 5 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist and 1 steal a game this season. Other members of the 2018-19 All-Barry County Boys’ Basketball Second Team are Delton Kellogg’s Dawson Grizzle and Cole Pape, Hastings’ Elijah Smith, Lakewood’s Bryant Makley, and Thom apple Kellogg’s Cole Shoobridge and Austin VanElst. GIRLS’ BASKETBALL Everyone ofthe five Barry County varsity girls’ basketball teams scored one big victory late in the 2018-19 season. The Maple Valley girls knocked visiting off Webberville in their final home game of the regular season. The Hastings girls knocked off a Pennfield team that had defeated them by more than 30 points in their first meeting of the season. The Lakewood girls avenged a regular season loss to Portland by knocking off the Raiders at Lakewood Wet Basement? 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DK also finished second to Schoolcraft The Thomapple Kellogg girls finished the season right at .500, 11-11, thanks in part to their district win over Otsego. All-Barry County Girls’ Basketball 2018-19 First Team Ashlyn Wilkes, Maple Valley: A leader on and off the court for the Lions according to head coach Landon Wilkes. “Hardworker and willing to do what it takes to see other around her get better. Ashlyn has been asked to play multiple positions and never ques­ tioned the decision. Has worked hard to improve her game,” coach Wilkes said. Wilkes led her team on the court averaging 11.6 points per game. She had 128 rebounds and 18 assists on the season, as well as 50 steals and 17 blocked shots. Other members of the 2018-19 All-Barry County Girls’ Basketball First Team are Delton Kellogg’s Lexi Parsons, Hastings’ Megan Deal, Lakewood’s Anja Kelley and Zari Kruger, and Thornapple Kellogg’s Maddie Hess and Paige VanStee. All-Barry County Girls’ Basketball 2018-19 Second Team Britani Shilton, Maple Valley: A senior, Shilton averaged 8.2 points per game, while pulling down 84 rebounds, adding 46 steals and 18 assists. “(Shilton) is a hard-worker and willing to do what it takes to see other around her get better,” coach Landon Wilkes said. “She has show good leadership to the underclassman throughout her career.” Other members of the 2018-19 All-Barry County Girls’ Basketball Second Team are Delton Kellogg’s Erin Kapteyn and Holly McManus, Hastings’ Grace Nickels, Lakewood’s Olivia Lang and Patsy Morris, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Shylin Robirds and Claudia Wilkinson. WRESTLING Every varsity wrestling team in the county had highs and lows throughout the course of the 2018-19 sea­ son. Hastings and Thomapple Kellogg opened the season in Middleville with the Trojans scoring a 60-15 victory over the Saxons during the annual Battle of Barry County event in December. The season closed out for the Trojan team with a 40-36 loss to the Saxons in the Division 2 Team District Finals back in Middleville in February. Hastings was one of three county team’s to win a dis­ trict championship in 2019, with Lakewood taking a title in Division 3 and Maple Valley in Division 4. Lakewood captured the county’s lone conference championship during the 2018-19 season, sweeping the Greater Lansing Activities Conference duals and winning the league tour­ nament. Thomapple Kellogg never got the chance to capture another OK Gold Conference championship. The Trojans were a perfect 4-0 in confer­ ence duals, but never got to wrestler Forest Hills Eastern in a dual and OK Gold Conference Tournament was canceled due to weather. Part ofthe sting was taken off as a trio ofTrojans quali­ fied for the Individual State Finals, the first TK state qualifiers since 2015. The county sent 13 wrestlers to Ford Field this season, and each ofthose grapplers found a spot on the All-Barry County teams this winter. Of those 13, eight were state medalists this season. Here are the 2018-19 All­ Barry County Wrestling First and Second Teams. All-Barry County Wrestling 2018-19 First Team 119 - Jesse Brumm, Maple Valley: Now a two-time state medalist. Brumm closed out his sophomore season by placing sixth in Division 4’s 119-pound weight class. He was the state runner-up at 103 pounds as a freshman. Brumm was the GLAC Champion at his weight class. He finished off his sophomore season with a record of 47-6 overall. Other members of the 2018-19 All-Barry County Wrestling First Team are Delton Kellogg’s Max Swift, Hastings’ Andrew Miller, Gabe Trick, and Jacob Pennington, Lakewood’s Zac Gibson, Kanon Atwell, Nathaniel Graham, Lance Childs, Vem Fields, Jon Clack and Grant Clarkson and Jacob Pennington and Thornapple Kellogg’s Nathan Kinne and Christian Wright. All-Barry County Wrestling 2018-19 Second Team 103 — Matthew Slaght, Maple Valley: Slaght went 35-15 in his freshman sea­ son, placing sixth in Division 4’s 103-pound weight class Continued next page �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 23,2019 — Page 11 From previous page Bowling 2018-19 First Team at the Individual State Finals in Detroit. Slaght was the 103-pound champion at the Lion’ Jesse Snow Memorial Tournament this season, and added a cou­ ple runner-up tournament finishes as well. He was sec­ ond to Lakewood’s Gibson at the GLAC Championship. Other members of the 2018-19 All-Barry County Wrestling Second Team are Delton Kellogg’s Hunter Belew and Caden Ferris, Hastings’ Jonathon Giro’n, Tyler Dull, Kenny Smith and Devin Dilno, Lakewood’s Jordan Mclllwain, Gabe Harkey and Kyle Petrie, and Thornapple Kellogg’s Ashton Corson, Matthew Middleton, Carter West and Trenton Dutcher. Members of the 2018-19 All-Barry County Boys’ Bowling First Team are Lakewood’s Chris Paulik, Tyler Johnson and CJ Morgan and Thomapple Kellogg’s Michael Willshire and Trevor VanPolen. All-Barry County Boys’ Bowling 2018-19 Second Team Members of the 2018-19 All-Barry County Boys’ Bowling Second Team are Hastings’ Jacob O’Keefe and John Nikle, Lakewood’s Jagger Bossenbroek and Luke Stoneman, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Joseph Driscoll. GIRLS’ BOWLING COMPETITIVE CHEER Lakewood was the only Barry County varsity com­ petitive cheer team to win a conference championship in the winter of 2018-19, but every single team in the county had its high points throughout the season. Hastings and Thomapple Kellogg both won one of their conference jamborees during the season, the Saxons in the Interstate-8 Athletic Conference and the Trojans in the OK Gold/Green Conference. Lakewood, Hastings and Thomapple Kellogg were three of the four county teams to earn a spot in the regional round of the state tournament, joining Delton Kellogg in getting within a ■step of’the state finals. It was a rare winter season that none of the county teams made the state finals. The Trojans and Saxons ran into tough competition in Division 2 and the Vikings went to the east side of the state for regionals for the first'time and were bested by the traditional state power­ houses from over there. The Maple Valley girls missed out on qualifying for regionals, a goal the Lions have yet to accomplish, but they were as close as they ever have been - getting edged out by the DK girls for one of the,top four spots at their Division 4 District Tournament. Every team grew as the season went on. All-Barry Competitive Cheer 2018-19 First Team McKayla Weiler, Maple Valley: A four-year varsity cheerleader, Weiler was named first team all-confer­ ence in the GLAC this winter and second team all-district. A flyer in round three, Weiler competed in all three rounds for the Lions. “McKayla is an outstand­ ing cheerleader and will be missed next season. She is a team player and is always willing to do what is neces­ sary for her team to be suc­ cessful,” coach Sarah Huissen said. “She is also goal oriented, encourages her teammates to do their best and has great work ethic. She also has level jumps, great flexibility and has strong gymnastic skills that include a front walkover and a back walkover.” Gavin Booher Other members of the 2018-19 All-Barry County Competitive Cheer First Team are Delton Kellogg’s Esther Ordway, Hastings’ Ireland Barber, Shannon Brown, Savana Leonard, and Lainey Tomko, Lakewood’s Alexis Brown, Jessalyn Hawkins, Dixie Moorman, Morgan Neff and Grace Roth, and Thornapple Kellogg’s Riley Hall, Ava Phillips and Liberty Tetzlaff. always working to improve her skills. She has beautiful level jumps and strong gym­ nastic stills that include a back walkover.” Other members of the 2018-19 All-Barry County Competitive Cheer Second Team are Delton Kellogg’s Jenah Miller and Carly Mursh, Hastings’ Ruby Barber, Sydney Kuntz, Maggie Nedbalek and Brynn Tumes, Lakewood’s Hailey All-Barry Competitive Gibson and Alyssa Saylor, Cheer and Thomapple Kellogg’s 2018-19 Second Team ^McKenna cKenna Bazan, Anna Elizabeth Colyer, Maple Beenedict, Katie Reeves and Valley: A junior this winter, Zoey Thomas. Colyer was named first team BOYS’ BOWLING all-conference in the GLAC With Hastings joining the and first team all-distriqt as ranks of varsity bowling well. She is in her third year teams across the county this as a varsity cheerleader, and is the inaugural edition ofthe has been an individual aca- All-Barry County Boys’ and demic all-state cheerleader in Girls’ First and Second each of her three varsity sea­ Teams. sons. It was a pretty great winter “She competed in all three for the three local boys’ roimds this season and was a teams. Lakewood won its flyer in round three,” coach third consecutive Greater Sarah Huissen said. Lansing .Activities “Elizabeth is an outstanding Conference championship, cheerleader. She has level sweeping through an unde­ jumps, great flexibility and feated conference season. has strong gymnastic skills The Vikings went on to score that include a front walkover, a third-place finish at the 3 Regional back walkover, valdez, back Division handspring, front hand- Tournament they hosted at spring, and a back tuck. M-66 Bowl in Battle Creek, Elizabeth is very outgoing, earning a spot in the state enjoys challenging herselfby finals as a team for the first learning new skills, and is time ever. The Vikings placed tenth goal oriented. She has a strong work ethic and works in qualifying at the Division hard to give her best effort to 3 State Finals in Muskegon to cap off the season, finishher team.” Austynn Fears, Maple ing just two places out of a Valley: A junior, Fears was spot in the match play brack­ named second team all-con­ et at the finals. Thomapple Kellogg had ference in the GLAC this season and second team one of the top teams in the all-district as well. A base OK Gold Conference this who competes in all three winter, and Hastings will rounds, she has been a mem- look forward to rolling in a ber of the varsity team in all conference of its own next three of her high school sea­ year as it officially enters the Interstate-8 Athletic sons. “Austynn is an outstand­ Conference bowling compe­ ing cheerleader and gives her tition. Here are the 2018-19 Allbest to her team each time she is out on the mat,” coach Barry County Boy’s Bowling Sarah Huissen said. “She is a First and Second Teams. All-Barry County Boys’ great work ethic and is The very best varsity bowlers in Barry County this winter capped off their sea­ son at the Division 2 Singles State Finals early this month, one representative from Thomapple Kellogg’s varsity girls’ bowling team and one from the newly formed Hastings varsity girls’ team. The Thomapple Kellogg girls took the championship this winter in the OK Gold Conference, finish atop its OK Gold competition at the OK Gold/Green Conference Tournament at the end of the season. The TK girls were sixth at their regional tournament as a team at the end of the sea­ son, just three spots back of qualifying for the state finals with a program that included just two seniors. Hastings will really get rolling next winter when the Saxons get to compete in the Interstate-8 Athletic Conference for the first time. Here are the 2018-19 All­ Barry County Girls’ Bowling first and second teams. All-Barry County Girls’ Bowling 2018-19 First Team Members of the 2018-19 All-Barry County Girls’ Bowling First Team are Hastings’ Ashland Hoyt and Caitlin Rose, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Carly Snyder, Dalace Jousma and Kaitlyn Phillips. All-Barry County Girls’ Bowling 2018-19 Second Team Members of the 2018-19 All-Barry County Girls’ Bowling Second Team are Hastings’ Daisy Kerby and Thornapple Kellogg’s Cayleigh Willard and Kaitlyn Robinson. who has been with the pro­ gram since its inception, announced his retirement from coaching at the end of the season. Here are the 2018-19 All­ Barry County Boys’ Swimming and Diving First and Second Teams. All-Barry County Boys’ Swimming & Diving 2018-19 First Team Members of the 2018-19 All-Barry County Boys’ Swimming and Diving First Team are Alex Fabiano, Gram Price, Samuel Randall, Blake Sheldon, Andrew Tuokkola, and Enno Visser. All-Barry County Boys’ Swimming & Diving 2018-19 Second Team Members of the 2018-19 All-Barry County Boys’ Swimming and Diving Second Team are Jon Arnold and Braxton McKenna. BOYS’ SWIMMING AND DIVING Many personal records were set throughout the course ofthe 2018-19 varsity boys’ swimming and diving season by the athletes from Delton Kellogg, Thomapple Kellogg and Hastings who once again teamed up. The program also had one of its best swimmers ever set a few more school records. The DK/TK/Hastings boys continued to perform well iri the OK Rainbow Conference Tier II this win­ ter, finishing fourth at the conference meet behind a few very talented teams. 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As the Nashville Route 66 Business District begins year 5, we are pleased to officially welcome and THANK these local businesses, organizations, and individuals who have joined as members for the coming year! We encourage our community to support these LOCAL BUSINESSES AND ORGANIZATIONS who make Nashville a great place to live, work, play and SHOP. When we work together to create a friendly destination, everybody smiles! NASHVILLE Leep Logging, Inc. Maple Valley Community Center of Hope Maple Valley Implement, Inc. Maple Valley Pharmacy MOO-ville Creamery Murrays Asphalt Maintenance LLC Musser Entertainment Nashville Assembly of God Nashville Baptist Church Nashville Church of the Nazarene Nashville Family Dentistry Nashville United Methodist Church Pash Performance Pennington Bobcat and Backhoe Service R&D's Streetside Pizzeria LLC Shirley's Chuckwagon Cafe Spectrum Health Pennock Step N'Time Dance Studio Trumble Insurance Agency Valley Sports Valley Wash Village of Nashville Local businesses supporting each other LIKE us on Wheeler's Marine Service The Nashville Route 66 Business District is a proud partner of the Barry County Chamber of Commerce � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-03-30.pdf 531136da8aa231f1524da1142555af00 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALL&Y\ n ewi& Published by J-Ad Graphics, inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 13, March 30, 2019 A local paper oftoday! Nashville celebrates 150 years with cake ACT OF INCORPORATION “The people of the State ofMichigan enact: That all that tract of country situate in the town of Castleton and Maple Grove, in the County of Barry, and distinguished and designated on the plat in the land office of the district as sections thirty-five and thirty-six, and the south half of sections twenty-four and twenty-five, in town tree north, ofrange seven west, and the north half of sections one and two in town, two north, of range seven west, be, and the same is hereby constituted a village corporate, to be known by the name ofthe village ofNashville.” Signed Lois Ellison, village treasurer, serves Jack Semrau of the DPW some birthday cake after a busy morning in the village. March 26 was the 150th anniversary of the incorpora­ tion ofNashville as a village, To celebrate, the village served cake Tuesday. The big party will be the Nashville Sesquicentennial Celebration Aug. 2-4, but on March 26, 1869, Nashville went from unnamed to named, from a loose gather­ ing of families with a mill to a place where mail delivery occurred, organized com­ merce was encouraged, and a cohesive government was formed. Tuesday’s coordinated community cake eating took 30 boxes of cake mix, 90 eggs, 18 pounds of butter, 57 pounds of confectioner’s sugar and 14 hours of labor to pull off the cake extrava- ganza. Nashville Dollar General donated 30 boxes of cake mix toward the event. Nashville Resident Emily Franks stepped in, lining up four experienced and four “junior” bakers and cake decorators (including her­ self) to accomplish the feat. Tammy Franks, Desiree Lee, Nick Murray, Jenna Bums, Governor ofMichigan March 26,1869 A copy of the original Articles of Incorporation show that Nashville became a village on March 26, 1869. Cathy Haylock, Caryn Hansen and MaryAnn Curth all took part in creating the masterpieces. Nashville VFW Commander Ron Felder and the VFW kitchen crew, including JoAnne Rice and others, allowed the cake-making crew to use their restaurant-certified kitchen to complete the task the day before. On Nashville’s birthday, the excitement started with a few interviews on WBCH Radio with Chad Henry. Interviews featured Kermit Douse, sesquicentennial See CAKE, page 6 Nashville begins debate Vermontville treasurer on recreational marijuana told to do her job Joan Van Houten job,” township Supervisor Staff Writer Jack Owens said, “and it’s Vermontville Township caused a lot of troubles. Treasurer Shirley Harmon “We’ve let it go on long and her deputy treasurer, enough.” Rod Harmon, who is her The decision to give fair spouse, will each receive a warning to the treasurer that formal notice related to the she is expected to perform specific responsibilities of her duties as an elected offi­ cial was made at the town­ their respective positions. board meeting The township attorney, at ship the request of the township Thursday. Owens said that, as an board, is drafting a letter informing the Harmons that elected official, the only statutes and rules are expect­ time a deputy treasurer should be doing a treasur­ ed to be followed. “Rod has been doing her er’s job is in very specific circumstances, such as when the treasurer is “disabled, absent or dead.” “If she isn’t any of those things, he has no authority to do herjob,” Owens said. Harmon, by statute, has the power to choose the dep­ uty treasurer. The board is unable to easily remove the individual she chooses, he said. “The problem is, she has been letting her husband do herjob, and then phone calls See JOB, page 8 Human remains found in Eaton County considered A body found in an advanced state of decompo­ sition Wednesday by a pass­ erby in a wooded area in Eaton Rapids Township is being investigated as a homi­ cide, officials said. Deputies from the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched at 6:41 p.m. to the area of Wilbur Highway and Spruce Road, where they homicide found the remains. Eaton County Sheriff’s detectives and evidence tech­ nicians, assisted by the Michigan State Police crime lab and Michigan State University Anthropology Department, processed the scene and recovered the remains which were turned over to the county medical examiner’s office. The initial examination indicates the remains are a woman, police said. At presstime, no further information was available as to the cause of death, the date that the death occurred or identity of the individual. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Rick Burton at 517-323­ 8484. Taylor Owens Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council had Thursday what president Mike Kenyon said would be the first of many discussions on the recre­ ational marijuana law. Kenyon said he was fine with allowing recreational marijuana dispensaries in the village, and wanted to hear from the other council mem­ bers. He also said the village will have a public hearing and bring village lawyer Jeffrey Slugged to a meeting to discuss the issue before making a decision. Currently, the village does not allow medical marijuana dispensa­ ries. “My concern is the state doesn’t even know what they’re doing with it yet,” tSrhuestseueggTeasnteedttthHe ocodugne cislaoipdt. out of allowing the dispensaries, with the option of changing the decision when the state rules are released. Trustee Gary Whitd said he Was concerned about the council opting out too late, and not being able to effectively regulate a dispensary that comes into town. Former state representa­ tive and author of the medi- cal marijuana facility licens­ ing act Mike Callton was at the meeting and asked to speak on the issue. Callton said he is working as a con­ sultant on the recreational marijuana law. “We will have a sample of rules that will be coming out, according to my discussions with Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, in June, and then have it nailed down by September,” Callton said. “You probably will not have trouble unless you go into next year without opting out... “Getting into next year, like in January, if somebody starts’building a facility and you haven’t opted out, you can talk to Mr. Slugged, but I think you’re going to be in weak legal standing at that point in time.” Hodge asked what the Nashville Police Department thought of allowing dispen­ saries. “I don’t think we should have it in town, that’s just my opinion,” Officer Chris Underhile said. “We deal with it enough.” He pointed to a recent case where the department found someone in the village with five pounds of marijuana in the trunk and 650 rounds of See DEBATE, page 3 In This Issue • Maplewood students get new incentive to read • School recognizes perfect attendance, Pride Fireman’s Dance raises $7,000 Maplewood gets new 3-D printer Lions score some runs, but swept by Pennfield in opener �Paga 2 — Jusl Say 'As Mi arfad in th* Maple Valley Maws* Saturday, Mart?) 30,2019 Authentic sweet and sour chicken in Vermontville Ming and Barbara Louie cook authentic sweet and sour chicken at the Vermontville Community Center in an event put on by the Vermontville Township Library Ming s family has been in the restaurant business for over 100 years in Detroit and Canada, and he showed visitors how to use chopsticks and cook rice the easy way. (Photo by Taylor Owens) Maple Valley junior singled out for national physics program mendations. The students who were picked to attend learned about research in one of the leading rare isotope research laboratories in the world. They were introduced by sci­ entists to the fields of astro­ physics, cosmology, and nuclear science. Established in 1963, the cyclotron labora­ tory is the nation’s largest nuclear science facility on a university campus. Participants were allowed to perform their own nuclear physics experiment and explore science topics with other program participants. Each day started at 8:50 a.m. with ending times varying between 4 and 6 p.m., depending on the program for that day. Evening activi- Jenna Weiler, currently a junior at Maple Valley High School, was one of 24 stu­ dents selected from across the United States to partici­ pate in the “Physics of Atomic Nuclei” program at Michigan State University. The weeklong program takes place al the National Superconducting Cyclotron Laboratory on the MSU cam­ pus. It is sponsored by the Joint Institute for Nuclear Astrophysics Center for the Evolution of Elements, which is a Physics Frontier Center funded by the National Science Foundation. To qualify for consider­ ation, each student had to complete two applications, statements of interest, and include two teacher recom- “Invite us In. We'll bring RESULTS!" Sally Magoon, Associate Broker 269-986-5737 smagoonrealestate@gmail.com Weichert ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ 111 N. Bostwick Avenue Charlotte, Ml 48813 www.weichertemerald.com Emerald Properties Maple Valley High School junior Jenna Weiler was picked to participate in a prestigious physics pro­ gram. ties were spent touring canrpus. Weiler said this program, which took place in July, was a very interesting, fun learn­ ing experience. This spring, she plans to apply for another longer summer program at MSU. She is the daughter of Jeff and Nicki Weiler of Nashville. Office: (517) 543-7363 Maple Valley Schools f Kindergarten Round-up \ Monday, April 29 • 8am-7pm and A Tkiesday, April 30 • 8a m-7pm CL at Grace Church 8950 E. M-79 Hwy., Nashville, Ml 49073 Release bring your student's birth certificate, their immunization records, and proof £ of residency (driver's license or a bill or a lease agreement). Call Fuller Street School to set up appointments 517-852-9468. g Visiting authors and library staff at Putnam library Saturday include (from left) Stacey Filak, library assistant Amy Scheil, assistant director of programming Sydney Khouri, Jordan Scavone, Cyrus Keith, Marion J. Chard, Kim Kellogg, Julie Nelson, Andrew Allen Smith and Putnam library director Savannah Shilton. Michigan authors visit Putnam Easter wreaths and susbl candy schedule Taylor Owens Staff Writer Seven authors from across Michigan went to Putnam District Library author's visit Saturday, March 23. The authors represented different genres, from fanta­ sy to mystery and children's books, and talked to visitors as they stopped in. Authors hailed from across the state, such as Andrew Allen Smith of Muskegon and Cyrus Keith ofAthens. Smith said many of the authors see each other often at festivals, fairs, conven­ tions and panels they attend throughout the year. The authors talk about where their ideas come from, how they conduct research and answer questions from curi­ ous visitors. Children’s book author Jordan Scavone said author visits are a great way to net­ work and get their name in This is a sample of what will be made at the Easter front of the public. wreath-making workshop April 6. Upcoming at the library is Teen Chef: Sushi Candy Teens will learn from make candy sushi from from 5 to 7 p.m. April 4. YouTube tutorials how to Swedish fish, fruit roll-ups, Rice Krispies and more. The library also will host MOST OPALL YOUR AUTOMOTIVE NEEDS an Easter wreath making workshop from 10 to noon April 6. Participants will make springtime wreaths out of plastic eggs, ribbon and From General Maintenance more, led by community to Performance and mentor Cindy Shilton. The Off-Road Parts wreath can be placed on a door, work as wall ddcor or 517-726-1500 be given as an Easter gift. 130 S. Main St., Vermontville Supplies will be provided by Mon.-Fri. 8:00-S:00; Sat S 100-1:00 HOT the library. Registration is required, and limited spots are available. Registration is available at the library, 517­ 852-9723 or emailing Skhouri@putnamlib.org. ACE AUTO *R*EPAIR Call any time for Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, March 30, 2019 — Page 3 School announces poster winners DEBATE, continued from page 1 The top three winners of the Read by Grade Three poster contest are first place Noah Hansen, second place Kelsey Meyers and third place Cohen Ermel. The three posters will be used for a campaign to edu­ cate parents in the district on Michigan’s Third Grade Reading Law. The law requires third grade stude’nts to be within one grade of the expected reading level, or they will be held back. Kelsey Meyers won second place and $50. ammunition. “The two go together,” Underhile said. He said the department would have to dedicate a large amount of time to watching a dispensa­ ry so people would not break in. He also believes a dispen­ sary would make it easier for minors to obtain marijuana from adults buying it for them. White also voiced concern about people in the village growing marijuana outside, and whether the village should look at ordinances to ensure it is properly secured so minors could not get to it. Underhile said one resi­ dent currently has their mari­ juana surrounded by chicken wire, which is technically in accordance with the current law. “Any 2-year-old can get in there,” Underhile said. Kenyon said there would likely be two or three more meetings when the subject is discussed before the village votes on the issue. In other business, council trustee and Castleton Maple Grove Nashville Transfer Recycle board member Henry' Felder said he took the idea to the board ofa voucher for a free yard of trash into the dumpster which had been discussed at the previous council meeting. “They said absolutely not,” Felder said. “Even if the village decided to. the board does not want to par­ ticipate in it.” The board told Felder it would lead to people arguing over what constitutes a yard of trash in the dumpster. Cindy Vujea of the Barry County Economic Development Alliance gave an update on the village’s Redevelopment Ready Communities status. Four of the seven members of the council were elected or appointed since the council took its last steps in the RRC process, and Vujea reviewed the process for the council. The next step for the coun- cil will be to sign a non-bind­ ing memorandum of under­ standing with the Michigan Economic Development Corp., stating the village’s intent to complete the requirements to become an RRC. Afterward, the MEDC will grade the village prog­ ress in each of the steps required to become designat­ ed as an RRC. so that it can begin receiving grants. “I think the program is critically important to you as a community',” Vujea said. The MEDC’s grade response will be presented at an upcoming council meet­ ing. Kenyon also said the village would schedule a spe­ cial meeting so that Vujea can discuss the village’s sta­ tus in RRC more in depth. The policy and ordinance committee will present a revised version of the new exterior housing ordinance at the next village council meet­ ing at 7 p.m. April 11. Maplewood students get new incentive to read Noah Hansen won first place and $100 for his third grade reading poster. Taylor Owens Staff Writer Third and fourth grade stu­ dents at Maplewood are reading more this year due to a new program the school is piloting. “This is my 27th year teaching, and I think this is the best program I’ve worked with in terms of getting kids to read,” fourth grade English teacher Tess Barker said. Principal Cindy Trebian asked Barker to start the pro­ gram at Maple Valley. First Barker labeled her books and the books in the school library with grade lev­ els according to the Accelerated Reading pro­ gram, with help from student and parent volunteers. After students read the books, they take online quiz­ zes based on their compre­ hension and vocabulary, and if they pass, they receive points based on the grade level of the book. The points go toward prizes, such as extra recess time or a pizza party. Barker said the incen- Antenna Men Colten Ermel won $25 for his poster. Digital TV Antennas Cell Phone Boosters 517.646.0439 WANTBiNA&TOWERIHSHUAnON, RHWRKIBMWl www.tneantermamen.com Maple Valley News Published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com • Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & geo _____________ Hank Schuuring * CFO______________ • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. Chris Silverman csilverman@j-adgraphics.com • NEWSROOM • Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com tive is making a difference. before,” Keiffer said. “I read "They’re reading so much the book 'The Incredible more and understanding what Journey’ (which is a sev­ they’re reading,” Barker said. enth-grade-level book) and I “They’re so competitive at am in fourth grade. I am now this age.” reading a sixth-grade level Barker opens her class book, 'Harry Potter.' I also with 15 to 20 minutes of think that some kids who reading, and previously, it never read before will now could be a challenge to get read all of the time.” kids to read during that time. “Accelerated Reading Now, she said, they are eager motivates kids to read to start earning points. books, Reitz said. “I feel Two of her students, like the ‘real me.’ I am read­ Kearson Keiffer and Wyatt ing all of the time.” Reitz, have read more than Barker said the program is 100 hours for the month of being piloted in third and March. fourth grade, and she hopes it “It makes you want to read will eventually move up to more than you have ever read fifth and sixth grade. 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The truck laid on its hom, triggering a reflex that saved the life of this young man by inches. Literally, the mirror could not have missed him by less. One more step into the lane would have instantly killed him. As the truck driver honked, I observed the teen’s reaction. He was not thankful for the warning, but instead looked upset. Ephesians 6:12, “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces ofthis darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places.” Our enemy is not our fellow man, our enemy is Satan and his wicked forces. He distracts and deceives, just like this young man could not see what was coming, Satan blinds the world to judgement. Ourjob is to warn those who are living life with no con­ cern for their eternity. “There is a way that seems right that seems right to a man, but its end is death (Proverbs 14:12).” We need to be the people in the pickup truck who are willing to risk their own reputation and comfort for the good of others. We must honk the hom and warn people that they are headed for death. We need to share God’s Word of eternal life with them All have sinned, and sin is like walking in front of a truck — it leads to death. The only way to escape death is to rely on Jesus Christ, the Son of God, for salvation. He died for our sins, and rose from the dead. If you have accepted Jesus Christ as your Savior, be willing to risk honking the hom, in order to warn others of where they are headed. Apart from faith in Christ, all have earned death. DOO Junior high students who didn’t miss a day of school during the fall semester are (front row, from left) Emberatriz Espinoza, Nadia Martin, Brody Trowbridge, Logan Bowers, (back) Matthew Morris, Alex Nelson, Emma Kirby and Robert Laws. (Photo provided) Eight junior high students had perfect attendance during the fall semester and were recognized recently by the school’s Pride program. Logan Bowers,Emberatriz Espinoza, Emma Kirby, Robert Laws, Nadia Martin, Matthew Morris, Alex Nelson, and Brody Trowbridge all had perfect attendance records for the semester. They were part of a larger group of 70 students recog­ nized by Pride for having a $7999 Delta Classic Kitchen Faucet BUSTERS 8 in. center; lever handle. 5788609 Quantities are limited. While supplies last. $1499 $799 $349 Stanley Measuring Tape EZ Reach WD40 14.4 oz. Heavy Duty Retractable Utility Knife 5172697 6587737 25 ft. Lx 1-1/4 in. 6123021 $799 $1999 100-Pk. 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Hastings — Austin L. Fry, bachelor of science; Bradley T. Rivett, bachelor of busi­ ness administration; Jon R. Wilcox, bachelor of business administration. Nashville — Megan A. Green, bachelor of arts. Sunfield Jackson D. Desgranges, bachelor of science in nursing. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 269-945-9554 for more Information. Local students named to Cornerstone dean's list Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids has announced its dean’s list for the fall 2018 semester. In order to qualify, stu­ dents must earn a 3.5 or higher grade point average for the semester, be enrolled full-time and complete all course work by the last day ofthe semester. Local students on the dean’s list include: Hastings Allera S. Keller, Caitlyn M. Morris. Vermontville - Alexander R. Trowbridge. Woodland Erica L. Potter, Kayla J. Sauers. Karen Marie Mallison Karen Marie (Gardner) Mallison, age 60, of Nash­ ville passed away Wednes­ day, March 27,2019 at Spec­ trum Health, Meijer Heart Center in Grand Rapids. Karen was bom in Battle Creek, on February 17, 1959, the daughter of the late Orval Duane and Janet Ilene (Welker) Gardner. She was raised in the Nashville area and attended local schools, graduating from Maple Valley High School in 1977. On July 7, 1979, she mar­ ried Richard Mallison at the Gardner homestead in Nashville. Karen and Richard began their lives together in the Hastings area where they raised their family, later settling in Nashville. Karen began her working career at National Bank in Hastings as a teller. Over the years as the bank changed names, Karen’s job responsibilities also changed. She moved to the “basement” of the bank in loan processing and later was promoted to customer service representa­ tive. She retired in 2014 after 20 years, when her health no longer allowed her to work full-time. When her children were young, they enjoyed travel­ ing throughout Michigan and the upper peninsula. Along with her husband, the couple enjoyed visiting local car shows, and going to the Mar­ tin Raceway. Family get-to­ gethers during the summer months with Karen’s family was always something she treasured, catching up with four generations of the her extended family. When her grandchildren arrived, Karen found a new passion in life spoiling each of them! They often spent the afternoon at MOO-Ville, eating ice-cream and petting the animals. During her quiet time, Karen enjoyed watching tennis on television. Karen is survived by her beloved husband, Richard; her daughter, Stephanie (Josh Rench) Mallison; her son, Jeremy Mallison; sisters, Becky (Blain) Becktold and Andrea Stull; brother, Rus­ sell (Pam) Gardner; grand­ daughters, Kelsee and Chloe Rench, and her Aunt Loretta Pixley (Larry Hook). Funeral services will be held at the Daniels Funeral Home, 9200 M-79, Nash­ ville, at 11 a.m. on Monday, April 1, 2019 with Blain Becktold providing the eu­ logy. The family will receive visitors on Sunday, March 31, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. There will be a time of fel­ lowship and luncheon imme­ diately following the funeral service at Grace Community Church in Nashville. Interment will follow the funeral luncheon at Lakev­ iew Cemetery in Nashville. Memorial contributions can be made to the Maple Valley Scholarship Fund or the Barry County Animal Shelter. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details, please visit our website at www. danielsfuneralhome.net. �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, March 30.2019 — Page 5 Teens deliver tobacco-free message A group of Maple Valley High School students completed another year of Teens Against Tobacco Use presen­ tations for fourth-graders at Maplewood Elementary School. These students are spe­ cially trained to provide pre­ sentations designed to be fun, interactive and educational, and focused on making the healthy decision to be “tobac- barnj Counlu Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, April 1 Chicken pasta salad, tomato cucumber salad, whole grain roll, grapes. Tuesday, April 2 Sliced turkey ham & Swiss cheese, sandwich thin, potato salad, strawberries. Wednesday, April 3 Turkey club salad, creamy pasta salad, Mandarin iM lOCd/ *» ?izi H(W, ' yL ifas !mk« fate Church Schedule ikShe i*#*1 * * 5 K *•* S< A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 ! J £ XX oranges, cookie. Thursday, April 4 Chicken salad, sandwich thin, broccoli cranberry salad, pineapple. Friday, April 5 Breakfast bread, strawberry Greek yogurt, blueberries, vegetable juice. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, April 1 Shepherd’s pie, Brussels sprouts, dinner roll, applesauce. Tuesday, April 2 Sliced turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, orange. Wednesday, April 3 Hamburger, com, broccoli, bun, banana. Thursday, April 5 Oven fried chicken, mixed vegetables, spinach, mixed fruit cup. Friday, April 6 Alaskan stuffed salmon wZ dill sauce, peas, sweet potatoes, apple. Activities Calendar Monday, April 1 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Sr. Group Exercise 9: 15 a.m.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 a.m.; TV Strings 10: 30 a.m.; Painting Group 1 p.m.; Move for Better Bal. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 630 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 1-269-731-5104. PD 4:30 p.m. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m.; BP Check 10:30 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 are.. Woodland: Card Games 11 are. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, April 2 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; BP Check 10:30 a.m.; Art in Action 1 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 are.. Wednesday, April 3 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 are.; Sr. Group Exercise 9: 15 a.m.; Cop Talk 10:30 are.; Move for Better Bal. 10: 30 a.m.; Euchre 12:30­ 2:30 pre. Move for Better Bal PD 4:30 pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. Delton: Walking II am.-l pm. NZW - BP Check Thursday, April 4 Blood Drive 11 a.m.-5 pan 1. Hastings: Brain Works 1 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.; TV Time. Delton: PuzzlesZTrivia; Walking 11 am.-l pm. Friday, April 5 Hastings: Exercise 9 am.; Bingo 9:30 am.; Iron Rails 10:30 am. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Maple Valley High School Teens Against Tobacco Use Leaders who delivered a tobacco-free message to fourth-graders at Maplewood include (front row, from left) Ashley Sweet, Hailey Raymond, Addison Ramey, (back) Garnet Sheridan, Grace Guernsey, Carli Deo, Curtis Walker and Kayli Hansen. (Photo provided) NEWS FROM THE EATON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE In the past week, Eaton County deputies responded to 32 alarms, 27 car acci­ dents, 32 citizen assists, 17 well-being checks, 21 domes­ tic disputes, 26 shoplifting complaints, 25 larcenies, three vehicle slide-offs, 17 operating while impaired incidents, 11 personal injury crashes, 24 property damage crashes, 49 suspicious situa­ tions, 27 traffic hazards, 223 traffic stops, 13 vacation checks and 56 traffic viola­ tions. Overall, deputies responded to 924 calls for service and events. Spring is here and more people will be out appreciating the fresh air and spring flowers by walking, jogging and bicycling. And our kids will be out playing and walk­ ing to friends’ homes. Please take some time to review ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship...................................... 11 Evening Worship....... .................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service.............................. 6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road. Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-7264)526 Sunday Morning Worship: 930 am Children's Sunday School: 930 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 1230 p.m. Phone: (517) 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ol M-66 on Baseline) Church Senrice......................... ........ 9 a.m. Sunday School......................... 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St, Nashville Sunday School ........................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship............ P.M. Worship............ FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517)726-0258 10: 00 a.m. Church Service 11: 00 am......................................Fellowship ‘No matter who you are, or where you are on life'sjourney, you are welcome here.' REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR Phone (269) 963-7710 PASTOR PEGGY BAKER ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES "J W ®'e X > Pjj Curtis Walker, and Kayli Hansen. They are led by Aaron Saari, a teacher at Maple Valley High School. TATU is a program of the Barry County Substance Abuse Prevention Services/ BCCMHA and is funded in part by the Barry Community Foundation and Tobacco Settlement Funds. Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, April 1 Chicken & veggie rice bowl, Oriental blend vegetables, tossed salad, brown rice, pineapple. Tuesday, April 2 Sliced turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, orange. Wednesday, April 3 Hamburger, com, broccoli, bun, banana. Thursday, April 4 Chicken tenders, mashed potatoes & gravy, shredded cheese, Fiesta com, fruit crisp. Friday, April 5 Alaskan stuffed salmon w/ dill sauce, baked potato, broccoli, fruit. (Mm| UM ftxmdaKwjtsaii J Wk- spoiujalilK'; WatSpec- ofas[aihtei' spHan .Wtassc apids. and petti^ (bt Ei 11M DmtajMMt [17,1959, ffljtjdHte' elateOr- Itbii Ml® tairilii Ssits MMMrrilem t*aihgta&fa ■'' IM WJIIfafa kt® Ufa * ]jjl feiy(fc|to feiy(fc|tot km. fotaMfak aJk co-free.” Fourth graders learned about the harmful chemicals in tobacco smoke, the health problems associated with tobacco use, the cost of smoking, and the impact of nicotine on blood vessels. The Maple Valley TATU team includes Ashley Sweet, Hailey Raymond, Addison Ramey, Garnet Sheridan, Grace Guernsey, Carli Deo, 11 a.m. .......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship....................................................... 7 PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway. Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org pedestrian safety with your family. Here are some reminders. Pedestrians: Use sidewalks whenever possible. Cross streets at a comer, using traffic signals and crosswalks when possible. Never cross mid-block. Look left-right-left before crossing a street. When a sidewalk is not available, walk facing traffic, as far to the left as possible, when walking in the road­ way. Wear reflective clothing and carry a flashlight when walking at night or in the early morning. Drivers: Obey all posted speed lim­ its. Stop at traffic signals or 8593 Cloverdale Road (t/2mle East ofM-66, 5 ml. south ol Nashville) Sunday School ............. 10 AM Senrice... ........ 11:15 P.M. Service... ............... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School.............................. 9:45 am. AM Senrice............................................... 11 P.M. Senrice................................................ 6 Wed. Service.............................................. 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE Located on the comer of State and Washington streets 2415 McCann Road Sunday Senrices: .......................... 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .................... 1130 am. 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 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-588-8415 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH PASTOR KAREN KINNEY Parsonage: 517-852-0685 Worship......................................... 9:15 a.m. 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (comer M-79.& Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship........................... 830 a.m We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. . . . Call any time for Haple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Service......................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School........................... 1130 a.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH stop signs before a cross­ walk. Yield to pedestrians in a crosswalk at a signalized intersection. Don’t block a roadway that interferes with the nor­ mal flow of traffic. And please, whether you are a pedestrian or driver, avoid distractions such as cell phones. Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West .Worship 11:15 am. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State. Nashville Sunday Mass............................... 930 a.m. FATHER STEPHAM PHILIPS A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main SI., Vemiontville Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service......................................... 11 Sunday Evening Service ..... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service... 630 p.m. AWANA........................... 630-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denomlnational) 1011 E. Vemiontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 �Page 6 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. March 30. 2019 CAKE, continued from page 1 Vermontville Lions Club Veteran of the Month Jack Rathburn (center) receives his certificate and U.S. flag in appreciation for his service to his country and the Vermontville community. Also pictured are (left) Lions Club Veteran of the Month Chairman Mark Jorgensen, and American Legion Post 222 Commander Tom Williams. Cake-making coordinator Emily Franks is supported by Nick Murray in the VFW kitchen. Lions Club honors student and veteran of the month The Vermontville Lions Club Student of the Month for March, fifth grade student Ariel Kenyon, receives her Lions Club Certificate and $25 gift certificate to Good Time Pizza from Lions Club member Bill Martin. (Photos provided) Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valiev News ads Bud Elliston, (from left) Cole Rickers, Megan McNees and Jackie Collier enjoy being part of the community event at Good Time Pizza. chairperson and president of and it is just the beginning of take place June 22 in the Nashville Michigan a year full of remembrance Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High Historical Society. Douse and jubilee. auditorium during the June discussed details related to Sesquicentennial Jamboree. An information The the incorporation. Cathy Mix Royalty Contest is open to session is planned April 11. Haylock, 1969 Centennial young people age 14 to 20 Queries may be sent to queen and Sesqui Pageant with a Nashville address, Nashville 150 Years@gmail. organizer and Jenna Bums, including Maple Grove and com or see the website, Sesqui Children’s Event and Castleton townships. It will Nashville 150.org. June 22 Jamboree planner discussed the royalty contest and the jamboree. All speak­ ers invited listeners to eat cake throughout Nashville. Bud Elliston, the cheerful delivery driver, ensured that all cakes were delivered in a timely manner to their multi­ ple destinations, and at 11 a.m., Sesquicentennial Parade Grand Marshal Lois Elliston served as primary cake cutter at the village hall. Following the first cut, the town was offered cake and cupcakes in many locations all day long. Downtown businesses enthusiastically joined in the fun. Jack and Judy’s Country Kettle (Linda Gay and her crew), R & D’s Pizzeria (Robert and Denise Erickson), Shirley’s Chuckwagon (Janette Brodbeck) and Good Time Pizza (Dustin Raffler, Cole Ricker and Nick Blakely) all served cake as people went through their establishments that day. Staff at village office and Savannah Shilton and the staff at Putnam District Library joined in also. R & D s Pizza owner Robert Erickson offered cupIt was a celebration of community in many ways, cakes to the community at his establishment. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 30,2019 — Page 7 Reading is out of this world Evan and Emma Leatherman make watercolor bookmarks at Maplewood Literacy Payton Morawski and Nate Wenger look the collection on the B. Bus, which will Night Tuesday. (Photos by Taylor Owens) start making stops in Maple Valley the week after the school year ends. Lexus and Taylor Gorodenski write down facts about planets posted on the walls of Maplewood. Taylor Owens StaffWriter Maplewood ended March is Reading month with 53 students at Literacy Night Wednesday. Third grade teacher and organizer Sara Delany said the evening was to encourage kids to read with hands-on activities they could do themselves and with their family. Activities under the theme “Reading is Out of this World” included a solar sys­ Literacy Night organizer tem-themed scavenger hunt, online quiz, bookmark crafts Sara Delany helps Kalen book giveaway and more. , Page with the scavenger “This year we rreally hunt for space facts hidden involved the libraries,” throughout the library. Delany said. Students who showed a library card or application popular. Diana Reid of the for one were entered into a Vermontville Township drawing for prizes, which Library also read to students Delany said was extremely at Literacy Night. 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The money the department raises through the annual event goes toward purchas­ ing items like a thermal imaging camera, support jacks, an air compressor and more. It also goes toward materials for educating local students during Fire Prevention Week, Wetzel said. Department officials have not yet decided whgt it will Program Assistant The Barry Community Foundation (BCF), is a local nonprofit organization bridging resources for community based needs, ideas and initiatives that benefit Barry County. BCF is in search of a highly motivated and organized individual with a minimum of two years of work experience related to providing program support. The Program Assistant position is a full-time position with occasional evening responsibilities. The desired candidate also has: • Ability to work effectively and independently within their work area. • Must have ability to work with MS Office Software programs with emphasis on word, database management, and related software programs. • An established reputation of honesty and integrity. • Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced changing environment. • Dedication to community service and improvement. Send resume, along with a cover letter, byApril 12, 2019 to: Attn: Annie Halle Human Resources Barry Community Foundation 231 S. Broadway Hastings Ml 49058 Vermontville Township Fire Department members at the Fireman’s Dance are (back row, from left): Mike Mater, Dan Flory, Matt Emery, Eric Earnest, Chris Smith, Cam Abfalter, Scott Keilholtz and Barry Byington; (front row, from left): Jeff Wetzel, Kim Hillard, Dustin Leik and Kurt Willis. purchase with the money this year, but they said they will put a wish list together. Wetzel said equipment for EMS training, such as prac­ tice dummies, which Vermontville usually has to borrow from other depart­ ments when training, are a possible item for the list. Next year will be the lOO^1 anniversary of the dance, which is planned to take place on South Main Street during the summer. Wetzel said the event is being planned well in advance by-the spouses and significant others of depart­ ment members. JOB, continued from page 1 about missing tax payments and complaints from con­ cerned residents came pour­ ing in. What this means is that we have issues with both of them,” Owens said. The extent ofthe problems first came to light when resi­ dents began to complain about their tax payments dis­ appearing. According to Owens, Rod Harmon said the local post office was to blame. Shirley Will the Internet kill your free community paper? Did instant coffee kill coffee? Hannon supported that state­ ment. The paper trail was further clouded when it was discov­ ered Rod Harmon had his bwn login credentials for the tax software, but used his wife’s login which gave him full administrative access to the files. Also, Hannon had been working without compensa­ tion, Owens said, and, although office hours are list­ ed as open only on Saturday, he was in the office five days a week. “To be honest, we’ve been allowing it to go on quite some time when the statute says otherwise,” Owens remarked. “The board had not agreed to let Rod sit in New technologies change many things. But not everything. You may tweet, blog, surf, shop, or search online but you continue to read your free community newspaper. You just proved that. there every day.” In other action, the board voted unanimously to opt out ofallowing marijuana-related businesses in the township. “We decided this was the Readership of free community newspapers is now higher that paid daily papers and continues to grow. Rather than being replaced by “instant” media, your local free community newspaper has become an important part of our neighborhood. best way to go because we just don’t know enough about it,” Owens said. “The state is still working on definitions, ordinances and regulation governing this. So things are going to change. And our township voted down the legalization ofmarijuana by a wide margin. “It’s really difficult to justify going against what the The reason, which sometimes is not heard because of all the noise about the Internet, is pretty obvious: your free community newspaper does what the Internet doesn’t. We promote connections at a local level. Free papers join readers and advertisers in ways digital media don’t. In fact, the local content and power ofyour free paper makes advertising even more effective. We are the number one medium for driving purchases. That’s important in every product category. Including coffee. Free Papers A Working for You people here say they want for their community.” Call any time for Maple 901^82 classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 LEGAL NOTICE Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C., is attempting to collect a debt, any information obtained will be used for that purpose. MORTGAGE SALE -Edis E. Sljivo, A single man, granted a mortgage to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS”), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated De­ cember 15, 2017, and recorded on December 20, 2017, in Document No. 2017-012775, and assigned by said mortgagee to Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date date hereo hereof the the sum sum oof One One HunHundred One Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Nine Dollars and Ninety-One Cents ($101,569.91). Under the power power of of sale sale contained contained in in said 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 East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 01:00 PM o’clock, on April 11, 2019 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 8, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing 70 rods West of the Northeast comer of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 8, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, for the place of be­ ginning; thence South 270.60 feet; thence East 322 feet; thence North 270.60 feet; thence West 322 feet to the place of beginning. The re­ demption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless abandoned under MCL 600.3241, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 1 month, or under MCL 600.3241 a 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days from the MCL 600.3241 a(b) notice, whichever is later, or extinguished pursuant to MCL 600.3238. If the above refer­ enced property is sold at a foreclo­ sure sale under Chapter 32 of Act 236 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. Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper Mortgagee/Assignee SchneiderSchneider­ man & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Re­ search Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 1378574 (03-09)(03-30) C �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 30,2019 — Page 9 Letters to the Editor Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Turning Back the Ta 40 years ago in the Maple Valley News Michigan’s new minimum wage bill ‘S ¥.*»t,t f7e.% 1 a iKi-itSjiisifm jsE-Tratta * * iWtyms HR}. tssneniic®. , . ita’teBt&i ’ 1-‘ SBM.rtBlttt k?tF jsvISll.tM > * !®E I WS «■ htutfcWi few J |tf .W ** giiiiMlt t W<ii Tw®#18 W w’83?! 3?! t*o tgStNI®”* *11 0B0 ,« j f*Lfldlttw w ;;« K«’, f££wwtf! iSw ww fwiStf!' K $«$ gP ^re®? • jfiifiS ,»» i!S SsS *sS I?1 Ln^ ti^ <«k« jjtr To the Editor: Michigan’s New Minimum Wage-Bill How Senate Bill 1171 has the ability to help or harm Michigan’s economy By Cassie Linn Summary This commentary will briefly discuss a Michigan “lame duck” bill that was passed Nov. 28,2018. Senate Bill 1171, which was on the floor of the House and Senate, is legislation that raises Michigan’s minimum wage to $12.05 an hour, while also giving one hour of sick pay per every 40 hours worked. The Legislature suc­ cessfully passed this bill with proposed amendments add­ ing eight hours to the sickpay regulations and extend­ ing enactment of the bill to 2030 rather than 2025; while limiting the number of peo­ ple who can have these man­ datory paid sick days. (It is important to note that tipped workers will have adjusted pay to compensate for the extra money they bring in.) Democrats, however, had opposed these amendments, saying that they take away from what the bill originally stood for. The governor for his part, had “refused” to paSs this proposed amend­ ment without the Legislature’s cooperation on his desired bill concerning waste/building management through the use of landfill fees. That stalemate situation with unpredictable outcomes is known as a “lame duck.” Commentary on Michigan’s Minimum Wage “Lame Duck” Issue The bill concerning the minimum wage is a contro­ versial one. First, it was sup­ posed to be on the past year’s ballot as a fourth proposal; however, the Legislature pre-empted it by passing it with the intention of amend­ ment. The idea of creating a society with equal pay for all, however, seems like a social­ ist notion. Indeed, a higher minimum wage with the accompaniment of an hour of sick pay for every 32 to 40 hours, (for most) sounds tempting at first. One must ask then, how would this really affect us? One can see the immediate gains from such a bill: People everywhere would be getting the equal minimum-wage opportunity, thus allowing a higher standard of living for even the poorest workers. With this increased pay, what would stop these citizens from spending their money on more than just bare neces­ sities, thus stimulating busi­ ness and the economy? In addition, paid sick leave for those who do not have it would decrease the spread of workplace illness indirectly by encouraging workers to take time off if they are sick. These are some of the first benefits to come from such a “American Dream.” 2018.) bill. In contrast, a socialist society However, it is necessary to has the money earned by the analyze all aspects ofthe bill. people, distributed equally Could some potential pros be amongst the people, so that cancelled by potential cons? everyone essentially makes Would some outweigh the the same. others? In this bill, when it These concepts - good or gets enacted — as it will in bad — are drastically differ­ 2030 - we, as a state, will be ent. Making this shift then, facing a number of issues. should not be taken lightly, For one, Michigan’s mid- since a clash of ideologies is dle-of-the-pack economy likely to erupt, if it hasn’t (McCann, 2018’s Best and already. One must look care­ Worst State Economies) will fully at what could potential­ be pushing new and old busi­ ly come by making a con­ nesses out. Why would busi­ scious decision to turn away nesses come into a state with from the ideals that were a higher minimum wage and penned from America’s more rules on sick leave, beginning as the “American when they could go to anoth­ dream.” er state that allows them Works Cited more freedom in deciding Cambridge Dictionary, Students from Mrs. Carpenter’s drama class presented an original skit at the what to give their employ­ Definition of the “American Sugaring-Off based on a real-life incident in Vermontville’s history. The photo depicts ees? The answer is they Dream.” 2018. McCann, Adam, and Matt a scene when Rev. Sylvester Cochrane apologized to his parish after discovering he wouldn’t. Whether one can justify such an attitude Belcher® Matt Belcher. had collected sap on the Sabbath, mistakenly thinking it was a work day. among entrepreneurs may be “2018’s Best & Worst State left up to one’s own interpre­ Economies.” tation, however, it doesn’t WalletHub, Evolution change the fact that, for those Finance Incorporated ,2018, who want to make lots of wallethub .com/edu/statesmoney in the business arena, with-the-best-econoMichigan would not be an mies/21697/. attractive first choice. Peavler, Rosemary. “What This being established, Is the Difference Between one must realize that the Capitalism and Socialism?” economy we thought would The Balance Small Business, further improve with more The Balance Small Business, willing buyers would have ww w.thebal ancesmb .com/ that success cancelled by the-characteristics-of-capiemployers leaving and a lack talism-and-socialof new businesses coming in. ism-393509. http://www.legislature.mi. The jobless now would make up more of the “poorest gov/documents/2017-2018/ workers” and, thus, would publicact/pdf/2018-PA-0368. not have the resources to pay pdf for anything but what they Editor’s note: Cassie Linn, would need to get by. Michigan would find that the 18, is a senior at Maple very businesses they chose to Valley High School. She has restrict would no longer be been researching the mini­ present in the state. For now, mum wage legislation, Bill one can only speculate about 1171, which was recently the likely downturn of passed in Michigan. This op! Michigan’s economy as a ed article was for her Project-Based Learning result of this bill. One cannot support this class. law without acknowledging its similarities to socialist ideology. (The fact remains Local Girl Scouts spent Saturday at the Vermontville Opera House renovating the 269-M5-9554 that it is an attempt to make woodwork in the old structure as part of a community restoration project. The group pay more equal for all, Maple Valley News ads of about 30 Girl Scouts and their mothers included (from left) Nicki Tyler, Cheryl despite differences in the McClure, Michelle Trowbridge, Jody Aiken and Linda Schippel. workplace.) Whether one believes socialism is good or bad; it cannot be argued that this law marks a very sharp change in the foundation of capitalistic ideals upon which The Village ofNashville’s spring cleanup will be on the United States has been the following Mondays; April 8th & 15th, 22nd & built. Capitalism is the idea that 29th only. Please place brush and/or leaves you the means of production is want picked up next to the curb. Spring cleanup owned by the people rather is a service provided to help residents with yard than the state or nation. In Any and all interested parties are clean up and should only consist of brush, weeds, addition, what one earns in a welcome to assist in the annual clean­ leaves, and normal yard waste. Please separate the capitalist society goes to the person earning it. (We will brush and leaves, and limit the amount put out up of the Wilcox Cemetery. exclude taxes from this inter­ each Monday to one truckload to allow the DPW pretation because both ways Clean-up is scheduled for Saturday, crew time to get to all residents in one day. If you of thinking will factor in the April 13, 2019 at 8 a.m., with a rain have larger amounts please contact the Village Of­ concept of taxation.) This date of April 20, 2019. fice and arrangements can be made for you to haul concept is the backbone of the “American dream, ” it to our dump site. April 29th will be the last Any questions, contact Jeff Butler, which declares that all citi­ day for pickup. If you put anything out after this zens should have equal Supervisor, at 517-937-0286. date you will be asked to have it removed. Thank opportunities to achieve suc­ you for your cooperation. Susie Butler, cess through hard work and determination. (Cambridge Maple Grove Township Clerk Nashville DPW n5765 Dictionary, Definition of the Call for SPRING CLEAN UP •*NOTICE Wilcox Cemetery Clean-up �Page 10 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, March 30,2019 Maplewood gets new 3-D printer Taylor Owens Staff Writer Maplewood has its own 3-D printer, courtesy of a grant through the Meemic Foundation. Principal Cindy Trebian obtained the grant through the Meemic Foundation website, after Larry Fisk of Meemic Insurance recom­ mended it to her. Meemic provides insurance to people who work in the education field. The printer is in Matt Gordeneer’s science class and could be used to make parts for the robotics pro­ gram. Robotics students (from left) Haley Schofield-Farr, Ariana Garcia and Dakota Osenbaugh watch the new 3-D printer in action. The 3-D printer makes a small toy snake as an early experiment while science teacher Matt Gordoneer tries out the new printer. Trebian said it is a way to introduce students to differ­ ent forms of technology they may want to pursue later as a career. During class Thursday morning, students crowded around the small machine to watch as it made a small toy snake. Trebian is pursuing anoth­ er grant for a machine that would be able to convert plastic waste from the cafete­ ria into material the printer could use for future projects. For now, Gordeneer said students are still learning what the 3-D printer can do, before they decide what to do with it. The printer can use recycled plastic to make new parts students could use in robot­ ics class. ENSKE RENTALS NOW AVAILABLE IN HASTINGS Penske offers clean, well-maintained moving trucks of various sizes to best serve your needs. Penske has over 2,000 locations nation-wide for your convenience. Call Sunshine Pack & Ship today or go on-line to order your next truck. FREE Unlimited miles on one-way truck rental. 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The HUD toll-free telephone num- ber for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, March 30,2019 — Page 11 Lions score some runs, but swept by Pennfield in opener Brett Bremer compared to last year. Having Sports Editor one day on the dirt prior to Pennfield pulled out two the first game makes it chalclose ballgames to sweep its lenging. You can only do so season-opening doublehead­ much in the gym.” er with the Maple Valley var­ The Lions will keep work­ sity softball team at Maple ing and keep teaching. Valley Jr/Sr High School Lesage said her team is made Wednesday. up of roughly half girls with The Panthers pulled out a varsity experience and half 9-6 win in game one and then girls who have never played bested the Lions 10-9 in before. game two. “The season will be a big Kaycie Schrader pitched building year and hopefully both games for the Lions, building a team for future striking out. 15 total in the years to come,” Lesage said. two contests. She was one of She was happy with the the stand-outs on the night way her girls hit all around for the Lions along with on the afternoon. catcher Eli Heinze, shortstop Pennfield built an 8-0 lead Ava Robinson and third base­ through its first three trips to man Kelsey Meyers. the plate in game one, but the “For the first game of the Lions got right back in the season, I’m pretty proud of Students (from left) Gunner Garrett, Nicholas Heuser, Sydney Skelton and Samuel the girls,” Maple Valley head Hochstetler perform a skit for Band Bust Friday, March 22. The annual event raises coach Mary Lesage said. funds for band supplies and projects. “They had a good game and we saw tons of improvement Students play and perform at Band Bust ballgame with five runs in the bottom ofthe third inning. Robinson and Heinze had two hits each in the opener and Meyers, Addison Ramey and Alexis McCool added one each. The Lions had leads of4-3 after one inning and 6-4 after two in game two, but the Panthers put together their own five-run inning in the top of the third to move ahead. Pennfield tacked on a big insurance run in the top of the fifth to up their lead to 10-6 before the Lions rallied for three runs in the bottom half of the inning. Robinson, Meyers, Heinze and Rebecca Fairfield had the four Lion hits. Fairfield drove in two runs PUBLIC NOTICE OPEN POSITION ON THE PUTNAM LIBRARY BOARD Call any lime for Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-890-878-7885 Nicholas Heuser prepares to his guitar performance while emcee Vivian Russell gives him some advice. MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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Support local. Smile local! nashvilleroute66.com 735 Durkee Street 517.852.9210 Don Rasey, owner R itepntimedancestudio.c com � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-04-06.pdf 38fe39a3909d4e0bf108ea03edfcb22c PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY r\Q\N3S* Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 14, April 6, 2019 A local paper oftoday! Producers report sweet year for syrup Taylor Owens Staff Writer Though the season started late and ran a bit short, 2019 has proven to be a good year for maple syrup for local pro­ ducers. “We had less sap, we had less customers and we still made almost as much as we did last year,” Nashville Maple Syrup Association President Kalen Swift said. “It was all about the sugar content.” The group averaged a 2.7 percent sugar content in the sap, up from 2.1 last year. Though they had less sap, the Nashville association still ended with 800 gallons of syrup, compared to 876 last year, making it the sec­ ond-best season in the past 10 years, Swift said. With the new reverse-os­ mosis machine the associa­ tion bought, the sap cooking went faster, too, averaging 10 gallons of syrup per hour, compared to six gallons last year. “It was a good year, espe­ cially considering everyone was saying we weren’t going to get anything, that it was a bad year,” Swift said. “But it turned out pretty good.” It was also a good year for the Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation, which made 200 gallons in Maple Manor from the taps in town and some from local woods, corporation president Steve Hayes said. The season start­ ed late, March 2, compared to Feb. 17, last year, and lasted four weeks. Hayes said they had hoped for six weeks. But they still pro­ duced 61 more gallons of syrup than last year. Hayes said the sap started very sweet, registering a 3.5 percent sugar content, and ended around 1.5 percent, which is normal as the sea­ son goes on. The syrup also turned out very light this year, and some people believe different colors can mean different flavors, but Hayes said he didn’t taste any difference. Though the season was a little short and started late, it produced a large amount of syrup due to high sugar content in the sap. Castleton Township considers changes to office Taylor Owens Staff Writer The Castleton Township Board is considering a num­ ber of changes to the town­ ship hall after deciding it will no longer rent the hall to the public. Board members began considering renovations to the hall last year, after observing the general wear and tear to the hall from rent­ ing it out to events. But the board instead voted to stop renting the hall altogether because of the condition it often was left in. Since the board will not be renting out the hall, members are considering different changes to the renovations, in addition to repainting the hall and office. Treasurer Joy Mulder sug­ gested changing the way the public enters the building. She suggested that people come through the hall door, instead of entering where her desk is located, so she could assist them at a Dutch door. Township Supervisor Cheryl Hartwell said the hall still may be used by other government entities for activities, such as training, and will still be used for elec­ tions, which they should take into consideration with reno­ vations. Hartwell added that the board may choose to again rent out the hall to the public Children’s parade has new theme for festival in the future. Also at the meeting, the board approved the 2019-20 budget. The budget is expected to have $257,347 in revenue, up from $247,775 in last year’s estimate; $89,000 in appropriations for fire, emer­ gency medical service, recy­ cling and the township improvement fund, up from $87,000 last year; and expenses totaling $162,471, up from $159,637. The final amended budget for last year, which was not ready for the meeting, will be among business items for the board at its next meeting at 7 p.m. May 1 at the township hall. Police ask public for help in homicide investigation The Eaton County Sheriff’s Office has released new information in the homicide investiga­ tion of a body found in Eaton Rapids Township April 27. Police are providing details about the clothing the victim was wearing in hopes that someone will be able to identify the woman. She was wearing an extra large black Faded Glory­ brand hooded coat with fur lining along the outside of the hood, a black or dark gray hooded long-sleeve Vanity-brand shirt and pink, size 10 Nike running shoes. A photo of the shoes is posted on the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page. The victim’s body was discovered by a passerby in an advanced state of decomposition in a wood­ ed area near Wilbur See HOMICIDE, page 5 In This Issue The winners of the children’s parade will be featured in the grand parade during the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. (File photo) “Maple Syrup, Natures Greatest Show on Earth,” is the theme for the 2019 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Children’s Parade. Children may start lining up at 10:30 ajn. Saturday, April 27, in front ofthe opera house. The parade will start at 11 am. Each participating child will receive maple syrup candy and tickets for rides. The top four winners will receive $40, $30, $20 and $10, and will-be featured in the Grand Parade later that afternoon. More information is avail- able by calling Gene or Mary Fisher, 517-726-0670. Wetzel brings dedication, leadership to fire chief role Eaton County treasurer releases 2018 annual report Students win money for business ideas Spring sports seasons previewed �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, April 6,2019 Turning (Back tfie (Pages 40 years ago in the Maple Valley News Local Girl Scouts attend the Nashville Village Council meeting to hear village pres­ ident Harold Chrstiansen read a proclamation declaring the week Girl Scout Week. Pictured with Christiansen are Patty Jarman, Lisa Corkwell, Kristen Brzycki, Denise Jarman and Sissy Adams. Tom Leinhart casts his vote at the ballot box in the sixth grade mock election, while Heidi Braden and Valerie Bell count votes and teacher Steve Slag keeps watch. NEWS FROM THE EATON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE In the past week, Eaton ogies, in addition to eating, County deputies have reading and grooming, all responded to 36 alarms, 10 pose a threat to safety. car accidents, 36 citizen Whether drivers, passengers, assists, 24 well-being checks, teens or pedestrians, we all 17 domestic disputes, 40 need to realize how import­ shoplifting complaints, 17 ant it is to keep our focus on larcenies, 10 suicide threats driving; we cannot take this or attempts, nine incidents of responsibility lightly. operating while impaired, six When you text and drive, personal injury crashes, 14 your eyes are off the road for property damage crashes, 55 an average of five seconds. suspicious situations, 25 traf­ At 55 mph, that’s like driving fic hazards, 342 traffic stops, the length of an entire foot­ 23 vacation checks and 25 ball field with your eyes traffic violations. Overall, closed. Because texting deputies responded to 1,028 behind the wheel is so dan­ calls for service and events. gerous, Michigan law pro­ April is Distracted Driving hibits a driver from reading, Awareness Month. Every manually typing or sending a day, at least nine Americans text message while driving. die and 100 are injured in Consequences include a $200 distracted driving crashes. fine for first offense and Cellphones, dashboard touch $300 for subsequent offens­ screens, voice commands es. and other in-vehicle technol­ To avoid driving distracted Now Scheduling Appointments MAPLEWVALLEY Accounting and Tax> LLC We Specialize in: • Individual Taxes • Farm Taxes • Small Business Taxes • Bookkeeping DAYTIME APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE Jill Hickey Tracy Janousek _______Amy Peters_______ 157 South Main, Vermontville, MI • 517-726-1300 even before you get behind the wheel: Designate a front-seat passenger to serve as a “co-pilot” to help with maps or navigation systems. If you are driving alone, map out destinations in advance. Pre-program favorite radio stations for easy access and connect any music streaming devices you use before you begin driving. Ensure all children are comfortable and properly buckled up. Teach them the importance of good behavior and remaining buckled up while in a vehicle. Don’t underestimate how distracting it can be to tend to them in the car. Complete any personal grooming before you start driving or after you reach your destination. Eaton County treasurer releases 2018 annual report Eaton County Treasurer Bob Robinson presented his 2018 annual report at the county Board of Commissioners Ways and Means Committee on March 15. “ Most notable in the report was a 54-percent reduction in property tax foreclosures, Robinson said. Foreclosures averaged 26 per year, down from a historic high of 48 in 2013. The report determined that foreclosure reductions are a result of extensive foreclosure prevention efforts and working with Capital Area Communication Services, Housing Services of Mid­ Michigan, and Michigan Development Housing Authority’s Hardest Hit pro­ gram to help delinquent tax­ payers make tax payments, he said. “We look for innovative ways to help people pay their taxes rather than foreclosure (of) their properties,” Robinson said. Other key findings in the report included a $900,000 reduction in borrowing for annual tax settlement with local units, and a $3 million decrease in yearly delinquent taxes, he noted. Delinquent taxes were down from a high of $8.2 million in 2009. The treasurer’s office operated on a 2018 budget of $452,477.17 and generated more than $1.3 million in revenue. Office operations completed the 2018 fiscal year 6 percent under budget. The county treasurer is an elected officer who operates independently, but in partner­ ship, with the county board, he said. While there is no legal requirement that a county treasurer make an annual report to the county board, Robinson said he pro­ duces one each year and releases it to the public. The complete report is available at the county trea­ surer’s website at eatoncountytreasurer.org under the 2018 Annual Report link. Egg hunt today in Sunfield An Easter egg hunt for children up to 12 years of age is scheduled at Floyd Van Buren Park in Sunfield from 1 to 3 p.m. today Saturday, April 6. Areas of thr park will be separated for children of dif­ ferent age groups to search for eggs and win prizes. The event is hosted by the Sunfield Historical Society and Welch Museum. More information is avail­ able by calling 517-566­ 8741. In case of inclement weather the event, will be moved to next Saturday, April 13. APRIL SPECIAL /JackS-Jody's \ Country Kettle Cafe 113 N. Main, 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! Spot-ictf* nventory Reduction Sale • Swiss Steak ’ • Baked Ham & Yams • Roasted Turkey & Dressing I Going on Now ffUGE SAVINGS! *13.95 ' Includes Soup & Salad Bar, Pie and Drink 207 N. Main St. • 517.852.0313 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 6,2019 — Page 3 Greenhouse effect in 1931-32? Memories o f th e _.. v Cadillac, Dec. 1 — Oldtimers who have experienced weather conditions through is at hand. Swamps are full ofwater, lake levels are up to normal. Uncle George Doxie, will be plenty of snow this winter. He says he reads it in A farmer living near Belding plowed his fields on Christmas Day 1931, and at least one man in the Nashville area mowed his lawn the first week of January. Unusual weather that winter prompted some folks to ask, “Why go to Florida for climate?” Even at Traverse City, golfers (and a couple of brave swimmers) were out on Christmas Day. This rural scene is unidentified, but is believed to be local. This column by the late Susan Hinckley was printed in the Feb. 21, 1989, Maple Valley News. To many old-timers in this area, the mild weather in January 1989, may have brought back memories of the exceedingly placid winter of 1931-32, which pro- duced numerous unseasonal events from December to March. Some of those unusual occurrences are recorded in a collection of news clippings saved by the late Ella Taylor, who, with her husband, Nashville machinist and crate-maker John Taylor, lived at 223 Reed St. For HW talof talofoj ■«kr tapeadafr,[ilr. Bta» it at Wten tap tai ufhis u tap op tawmiii ■ita ■uliptitmi 19 iwifcalJtr re dm ok act jnr ni sal tasitifc^ ie Ikn|tepi fai mttieMieaxpti am wsnteitiffi’-' [fed tai w i.taliipiii Ella Taylor, seen here in 1916 with her husband local machinist and crate-maker, John Taylor, saved news clippings detailing a number of unseasonable events during the strange winter of 1931-32. For some 40 years, Ella wrote items for The Nashville News and other newspapers. nearly 40 years, Ella contrib­ uted items to The Nashville News. She was local corre­ spondent for the Grand Rapids Press, and mailed news reports to weekly papers at Vermontville and Charlotte for a number of years. Following is a collection of weather stories clipped from various newspapers by Mrs. Taylor as a reminder of the strange winter of ‘31-32. Winter made an attempt to take hold in the latter part of November, butbut failed. Predictions byby some Michigan old-timers for a hard winter soon proved wrong. Nov.24,1931 -Nashville’s first real cold snap of the season roared in out of the west late Tuesday of last week, with high winds. The mercury dropped over 30 degrees, and apparently ended the warmest late-au­ tumn spell that Michigan ever experienced. Snow accompanied the cold wave, sort of a Squaw Winter after the Indian Summer. And Thanksgiving was really cold, with ice in evidence on roadside ponds and ditches. Detroit, Nov. 27 — Detroiters, who several days ago discussed stories ofblos­ soming apple trees and May flowers, Friday read about Walter Martin of Wyandotte and realized winter was at hand. Walter had to be res­ cued from the Detroit River by coast guards Thursday when his oars became frozen in the oarlocks while he was rowing to Canada. An exceedingly mild winter in 1931-32 produced many strange occurrences throughout Michigan and the Midwest. In Nashville, out-of-season birds were sighted Christmas week, and a local youth caught a lively mud turtle a few days before the holiday. Flowers blossomed, and fresh fruit was picked in Lake Odessa the last week ofDecember. Thiswinterscene of Nashville Thornapple River dam is of thatt era. Bridge Street homes are inbackground. OPENNATSOH BVOILYLSE AMNADIL GINIRGL?Ai DADGREESS 1S4-20 NASHVILLE MAILING ADDRESS To celebrate Nashville’s 150th anniversary, the Sesquicentennial Committee is looking for Royalty! Parents and potential applicants can learn more at an informational meeting: Thursday, April 11, 3:30 PM Maple Valley High School Maple Valley News Published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. 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Tuesday, April 9 Taco pasta bake, tossed salad, com, apple. Wednesday, April 10 Mushroom chicken, brown & wild rice, glazed baby carrots, tossed salad, banana. Thursday, April 11 Turkey meatloaf, mashed potatoes & gravy, mixed vegetables, dinner roll, ambrosia. Friday, April 12 Vegetable lasagna, tossed salad, garlic bread, fruit. coleslaw, grapes. Wednesday, April 10 Michigan turkey salad (nuts), pasta salad, fruited jello, muffin. Thursday, April 11 Sliced roast beef & Monterey Jack cheese, sandwich thin, potato salad, diced peaches. Friday, April 12 Egg salad, sandwich thin, pea cheese salad, & applesauce. Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 am.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 am.; Lew Russ Music 10:30 a.m.; Painting Group 1 er a pm.; Move for Better Bal. PD 4:30 pm. Delton:. Walking 11 am.-l pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. H.WJM - Reminiscence. Tuesday, April 9 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 am.;; Art in Action 1 pm. Nashville: Dominoes Dominoes 11 Russell Paul Laverty VERMONTVILLE, MI Russell Paul Laverty, age 72, of Vermontville, passed away on April 2,2019 at home with his loving family. Russ was bom in Boston, MA on November 28, 1946. The son of the late William and Mary (Lonergan) Laverty. Attended school at AirAir­ port High School in Carlton graduating in 1964. He mar­ ried his childhood sweetheart am.. Home Delivered Wednesday, April 10 - Bonita (Leonard) Laverty on Hearty Menn Hastings: Card Program 9-11 September 11, 1965 at St Monday, April 8 Salisbury steak, baked a.m.; Sr. Group Exercise Patrick Catholic Church in potato, peas, dinner roll, 9:15 am.; Move for Better Carleton. Russ then attended Bal. 10:30 am.; Euchre Michigan State University orange. 12:30-2:30 12:30-2:30 pm. pm. Move for graduating with a B.S. degree Tuesday, April 9 Taco pasta bake, broccoli, Better Bal PD 4:30 pm. in Transportation Planning in Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. 1969, he also graduated from com, applesauce. Woodland: Card Games 11 ROTC as a second Lieu­ Wednesday, April 10 Mushroom chicken, brown am. Delton: Walking 11 tenant in the U.S. Army. Home Delivered Russ served 4 Vi years on & wild rice, carrots, Brussels a.m-1 pm. Cold Menu sprouts, banana. Thursday, April 11 - active duty stationed in HeiMonday, April 8 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 delberg, Germany where he Cheese cubes, club Thursday, April 11 crackers, black bean salad, Turkey meatloaf, mashed am.;.; Music with Celia 10:30 was a company commandMandarin oranges. potatoes & gravy, mixed am.; Brain Works 1 p.m.;Sr. er of a tank brigade. Russ’s Tuesday, April 9 vegetables, dinner roll, Zumba 4:30 pm.; Zumba II two sons (Dan and Jeff) were Nashville: bom in Germany. After re5:30 pm. Sliced turkey & cheddar pineapple. Dominoes 11 am.; TV Time. turning home to Lansing, Friday, April 12 cheese, sandwich thin, Puzzles/Trivia;Captain Russell Laverty Potato crunch pollock, Delton: transferred out ofthe regular lima beans, red potatoes, Walking 11 am.-l pm. Army and into the National Antenna Men apple. Friday, April 12 Hastings: Spring Fling 10:30 Guard where he served anDigital TV Antennas Cell Phone Boosters Activities Calendar a.m.-12:30 pm. Fiddler’s other four years. After taking graduate 517.848.OA39 Monday, April 8 Jam Tomorrow! Woodland: Card Games 11 am. courses in transportation TV AMTENNAI TOWER INSTALLATION, Hastings: Card Program 9-11 Games REPAIR & REMOVAL am.; Tech Monday 9 am.; Nashville: Dominoes 11 am.planning at MSU, Russ went to work for the State ofMich­ igan, where he was assigned STORM DOORS STORM WINDOWS PORCH WINDOWSscreen products to start and support 12 bus systems in the southwest cor­ ner of Michigan, from Bat­ tle Creek to Benton Harbor. Russ worked4,trnw for the state for 27 years, taki,ng early retire­ ment at age 55. After retire­ ment he worked on his fami­ ly farm and as the Township Supervisor of Vermontville for 20 years. [let’s' create one together] In 1977, Russ and Bon­ nie with their three children (Amy, Dan, and Jeff) set­ tled in Vermontville, living on a small farm where they raised crops, sheep, and beef. This kept them busy on most weekends. However, they still found the time to take their family camping in Northern Michigan, and an annual trip to Cedar Point, along with a couple trips to Disneyland. On their 30th wedding an­ niversary, Russ and Bonnie went on a trip to Hawaii and EVENT on their 40th wedding anni­ versary they took a trip to Alaska. When their moms were in their 80s they took Home LARSON* Home Solution products SPEND $100 RECEIVE SPEND S2W) RECEIVE SPEND $500 RECEIVE SPEND $1000* RECEIVE qualify for a mail-in rebate! ENDS JUNE S, 2019 Habitat iw Hwunit, ^nter our sweePslakes f°r a chance to win a $1000 home makeover for yourself AND a Habitat Home for a deserving family near you. Visit LARSONdoors.com/home to team more; Ihometownj flLUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. them to Boston, MA, and Las Vegas, NV for vacations. Russell served his Family, Community, and Country. He was a Cub Scout Leader for four years and a 4-H leader teaching woodworking for 27 years. He taught CCD at St. Cyril’s, served as Vermontville Township Supervisor for 20 years, and was active in the Lions Club helping with community programs. Russ is survived by his loving wife, Bonnie Laverty of 53 years, also survived by his daughter, Amy (Adam) Meeker and two sons, Dan (Cheri) Laverty, and Jeff Laverty; (Robin) seven grandchildren, Dan (Jessika), Brad (Stacey), Dale (Kate), Kylee, Lindsay, Juliann, Olivia, and one great grandchild Everly Laverty age 16 months. He is also survived by brother William (Norma) Laverty, brother Kevin Laverty, and sister Cathy (Bert) Hunterbrinker. Preceded in death by his parents William and Mary Laverty, sister Marie (Dave) Zak, and brother Richard La­ verty. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at St. Cyril’s Catholic Church in Nashville at 11 am. on Saturday, April 6, 2019, with Father Stephan Philip officiating. Following the funeral on Saturday an interment will take place at Woodlawn Cemeteiy in Vermontville. There will be a time of fellowship and luncheon im­ mediately following the interment at St Cyril’s Catholic Church in Nashville at 1:30 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to the Eaton County Medical Care Facil­ ity in Charlotte. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please vis­ it our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net. AMISH MOVING SALE 1562 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville 219 S. State in Nashville 17852®882 Thursday & Friday, April 11 & 12 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Furniture, dishes, outside items, lots ofmisc. Baked Goods the book of nature. Douglas, Dec. 3 - Mrs. George Pshea picked a quart ofripe strawberries for supper Tuesday evening. The vines in her berry patches are load­ ed with green berries. Cadillac, Dec. 23 - William Hargrave of Benson Comers plowed his garden Tuesday. Trailing arbutus is in blos­ som. Many have gathered bouquets of the flower. Chicago, Dec. 23 - Winter arrived promptly at 1:30 pm. Tuesday, but one would never realize it because it bumped into a pre-Christmas “heat wave.” Near Kendallville, Ind., the bees were buzzing around. Cuba, Ill., will be able to serve Santa Claus strawberries and cream. Lon Henderson picked the berries Tuesday. Sap is running in Geauga County, Ohio. Lynn Hosford, a Chardon, Ohio, farmer, tapped 800 trees and got 20 gallons of sap.. The Chicago weatherman had to go all the way back to 1875 to find a temperature to equal Tuesday’s 57. Cleveland had 59, an all-time record. Nashville, Dec. 24 - We all know by the calendar that this is December and nearly Christmas at that, but just to add to the unusualness of the season, we report that Dec. 18 Mrs. Clare Pennock saw a small flock of wild canary birds and Sunday, the 20th, young George Graham caught a sizable, very lively mud turtle, when turtles were suppposed to be buried deep in the mud weekss ago. It was remarked that no one has heard of such a thing in years. And many have been heard to say, ‘-‘Aw, what’s the use of going to Florida?” Seth Graham says robins have b been at his place east of town all the winter so far. Ionia, Dec. 24 - Richard Hawn asserts that he saw a robin in a cherry tree near his home Wednesday, and Ora Shattuck maintains he saw a streaked snake sunning itself in the open. Traverse City, Dec. 27 Erhardt and Wilfred Peters of Leland celebrated Christmas day by swimming in Lake Leelanau. The temperature of the water was reported by them as 36 degrees. Several golfers spent the afternoon on the course at the Leland Country Club. Belding, Dec. 28 - Frank Hale, a farmer living near Orleans, plowed a field Christmas Day. Lakeview, Dec. 29 - Mrs. Hans Johnson, living four miles southeast of here, served radishes from her gar­ den to her dinner guests Christmas Day. Lake Odessa, Jan. 1 Unseasonal growths of many different kinds of flowers and fruits have been found here during the past week. Matt Armstrong reports tulips coming up, Gottlieb Kussmaul picked a bouquet of English violets, Charles Young reports a lilac bush budded. Alex Miller brought a beautiful rose up town, George Becker Continued next page �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, April 6,2019 — Page 5 MEMORIES, continued from previous page K's K &s & & brought in a full bloom apple blossom and Sidney Chapin picked fresh red raspberries. Nashville, Jan. 7 - Melvin Ackley mowed his lawn Jan. 3, 1932. Why go to Florida for climate? Marietta, Ohio, Jan. 14 — An unofficial reading of 95 degrees above zero at noon, by far the hottest ever record- ed for this time of year, was reported here Thursday. The temperature still was rising. Sault Ste. Marie, Jan. 14 - For the first time in the history of St. Mary’s Falls canal, a boat passed through locks here Wednesday in mid-January. It was the cut­ ter Chippewa. There was no ice in the river, and dredging From the Pulpit Naaman’s miracle SiuSiJ S??kSl *«*D*S1^ ***1^ «1^ ^mn I '^8r>^ "»Bli S'Wto: wtakS44^* ,. 7* PWfukWbii «** ***, I 1 *’—“l *W hstaitishj!; j® Mi® tar tortta 81® •“If fatal fljj rotasf diW teifeftaaKi’p isnis liiriasofit ixx Um milkm ■k i ta»i tatBstyiM! Pastor Glenn Branham Nashville Assembly ofGod Naaman had a little captive Israeli slave girl who refused to hold a grudge. She had a secret she was willing to share. She had faith in God for the impossible. Naaman came up out of the Jordan a changed man: Changed skin, changed mind, changed heart, and changed faith. God is no respecter of persons. The Lord wants to do the same things for every one of us. Naaman’s story is like so many people we know: They are fine people — likeable, lovable; they do great things; God loves them; the Lord uses them and blesses their efforts. But, they have a problem. Everything is good, except... What is the exception in your life? What one thing holds you back? When people think of Naaman, they think he was a leper. Maybe your problem, like Naaman’s, starts with a diagnosis or a pregnancy or divorce. Did you lose your job? Is it a criminal record or an addiction? What labels you? Naaman’s narrative in Scripture reminds us that nothing is impossible with God. No disease is incurable when Jesus is involved. No situation is reversible. No problem is final. God is in control. Most of us, like Naaman, need someone to tell us what we need; someone to tell us about the God who forgives, saves, heals, sets free and restores. We need someone to tell us what we have not figured out on our own. For Naaman, that someone was a little young captive slave girl in Naaman’s house. Everything was against her: young in a society of age; female in a male-dominated culture; a captive, foreigner, alien, outsider; a slave in a harsh land. But she knew God. She knew God would heal Naaman if he only met Elisha. No matter how unlikely, do not ignore the person God put in your life to save your skin (or your soul). As Naaman rose from the water the last time, he knew God had healed him. He vowed to only serve the Lord the rest of his life. God gave His Son for our souls. We can never repay that debt, but we can live for Jesus; we can give Him your life. operations had been in prog­ ress until Wednesday. Ionia, Jan. 16 — The Rev. Paul L. Stewart, pastor ofthe local Church of Christ, driv­ ing to Muir to call on a sick member of his congregation, saw seven different farmers plowing. Allegan, Jan. 17-Albertus Kolvoord, of this city, dis­ played a handful of blue vio­ lets he plucked in his garden Saturday, he also reported a Japanese quince tree in bloom. Charlevoix, Jan. 21 - R. C. Korth, local merchant, has on exhibition ajar containing grasshoppers found on a farm near Ironton. Korth said he has seen three robins. Bud Hammond of the Beaver Island mail plane reports numbers flocks of ducks around islands to the north. Cedar Springs, Jan. 21 — What may have been the ear­ liest maple sugar making in history throughout this sec­ tion occurred on the farm of Lafe Stout, a Courtland Township farmer, this week. Forest Stout, a son who operates the farm, tapped about 60 trees as an experi­ ment, and to his surprise found the sap ran so freely it was necessary to begin the making of syrup the follow­ ing day. Nashville, Feb. 4 - While Frank Cramer was out in Assyria fixing a well Tuesday, he saw a hen hawk soaring above the farm. Now this is another unusual occur­ rence at this time ofyear, and “Banty” said “Sure I know the difference between a crow and hen hawk.” Ludington, Feb. 5 - A mother snake five feet long and five young ones squirm­ ing from a hole dug a foot under the sod by Henry Klemm, city worker, here Wednesday. Klemm was working" in the James Street gully. He killed all the snakes. Ionia, Feb. 6 - Arthur Fox, an attendant at the Ionia State Hospital, last week brought a large and beautiful specimen of cecropia moth, which he found lying about the institu­ tion grounds, out of its cocoon months ahead of time. It is believed the moth had come from a cocoon kept indoors and it was released or affected it escape. The same wee, week, Andy ny Trusock, rusoc, Grand Trunk trackman, saw a garter snake, two feet long, crawling along the tracks but decided because of the dis­ play of courage to let the snake enjoy the unseason­ able weather. Charlevoix, March 1 Henry Woodward, a farmer living near Ironton, brought in two full-grown grass frogs he found in a swamp near his pasture. He said he might have brought more, but they were too active to catch. When did winter finally arrive that year? Alas, for Nashville and area, it came on the first day of spring. March 24, 1932, The News reported that four days earli­ er, Old Man Winter had MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events 2012 April 6 April 8 April 13 April 13 April April 15 15 April 15 April 18 April 18 HOMICIDE, continued from page 1 Highway and Spruce Road, police said. Eaton County Sheriff’s detectives and evidence tech­ nicians, assisted by the Michigan State Police Crime Lab and Michigan State University Anthropology Department, processed the scene and recovered the remains, which have been “dropped a heavy blanket of wet snow over this section and added a nice wind for drifting purposes, creating all sorts of traveling hazards, eventually tying up vehicular traffic ... “Out came snow plows endeavoring to keep the state highway open, land­ ed in the ditch, delaying mat­ ters for some time. The horse plow for the sidewalks, out so few times in the winter months, was a welcome sight, and all householders had more or less ‘digging out’ to do, while thoughts turned longingly to the green grass and the flowers which had been prevalent in the real winter months.” turned over to the Medical April 20 Examiner’s Office. April 29 On Friday, the investiga­ tion was continuing and no April 30 further information was available as to the date or cause of the death. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Rick Burton at 517-323­ 8484. 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DAVID POOLE, PASTOR PASTOR CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Sunday School................................. 9:45 a.m. Nashville, Ml 49073 1! 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.* information call 1-269-731-5194. 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville For Sunday: A.M. Worship............. 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............. .......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship............................................................ 7 PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE Sunday Services: For more Information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Worshi RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 9:15 a.m. 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................... 8:30 a.m 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 We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................... 930 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. . Mickey Cousino . Certified Lay Minister . Phone 616-765-5322 Worship Service.............. ......... 9:45 a ............. 11 a Sunday Evening Senrice ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service... 6:30 p.m. AWANA.............................. 630-8 p.m. Wed. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH Children's Classes, Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, A.M. Service.......................................... 11 a.m. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Leadership Training P.M. Service............................................ 6 p.m. M-79 West Sunday School 9:00 a.m. PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Wed. Service......................................... 7 p.m. Worship.......................................... 11:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Sun. Praise & Worship 10.30 a.m., 6:00 * *W GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday Service 10 a.m. 301 Fuller St, Nashville Sunday School............................. 11:00 a.m. ...................... 11XX) a.m. Holy Communion INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Common Prayer used for all services. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 517-588-8415 PEGGY BAKER ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES .............................. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer Parsonage: 517-852-0685 (517)726-0258 Sunday School.............................. 10:30 a.m. Phone (269) 963-7710 Worship Service........................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR KAREN KINNEY PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 10: 00 a.m.............................. Church Service and many other activities. 2415 McCann Road United Methodist Women: Vermontville, Ml 49096 Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service...................................... 9 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study Located on the comer of State and Washington streets 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. 110 S. Main St, 9617 E. Baseline Rd. ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Phone: (517) 852-1783 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 517-652-1580 269-763-3120 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 6,2019 Wetzel brings dedication, leadership to fire chief role Amy Jo Parish Contributing Writer Although there is a new title in front of his name, for Vermontville Township Fire Chief Jeff Wetzel, it’s busi­ ness as usual. Appointed chief in January, Wetzel has embraced his new role and brought his leadership style to the stations. Co-workers have already noticed a differ­ ence in the day-to-day opera­ tions. “There’s been a morale boost in the past few months,’ Vermontville Ambulance Director Brittney Gardner said. “It’s not a ‘go do this’ attitude, it’s ‘let’s go do this.’ It’s so much easier to help someone who says, ‘I’m going to do this’ rather than, ‘go do that.’” Wetzel has already held a recruiting session at Maple Valley Junior/Senior High School to generate interest from a younger generation to help strengthen the depart­ ment in the future. His first quarter as chief has been one New Vermontville Township Fire Chief Jeff Wetzel of the busiest in several takes a hands-on approach to leadership and equipment years, due mostly to a new upkeep. (Photo by Amy Jo Parish) agreement with Kalamo Township for medical first responder assistance. The ing to eventually become and submitted his applica­ tion. fire department has logged chief,” Wetzel said. His motivation for origi­ His first call with the 46 calls for service and 40 for the ambulance, almost nally joining the Nashville department came as no sur­ double for the same time Fire Department in December prise to the other members. 1999 stemmed from friend­ The first day, several mem­ period last year. With two decades of fire ship. He lived just two hous­ bers commented they needed service behind him, Wetzel is es down from the station, and to bring in their turnout gear ready for the role of chief. a cousin who had been on the to warm up and get ready for However, it’s not something force for many years urged the impending call. Over the he had ever planned on. him to join. Wetzel finally years, a structure fire call “I didn’t go into this look- gave in to his cousin’s pleas seemed to always come in Jeff Wetzel (right) credits former fire chief Monte O’Dell with teaching him the ropes. (Photo provided) NOW SERVING NASHVILLE & Fiber - Voice - Data High, Speed Internet “When Appointed as Vermontville Township Fire Chief recently, Jeff Wetzel has decades of experience in firefighting. (Photo provided) when a new person joined the department. That night was no different. “Sure enough, the call came about 4:30 or 5 that morning,” Wetzel said. “It was an experience.” The structure turned out to be an animal rescue facility, housing nearly 70 dogs, cats and raccoons. “I just remember there were a ton of animals. It was exciting,” Wetzel recalled. “From then on, it stuck. I really enjoyed it.” After working with both the Nashville and Vermontville fire depart­ ments for a time, he decided it would be best to focus on one department and chose Vermontville. Through the years, Wetzel has been able to hone the adrenaline rush that comes with a call. Experience has taught him many lessons and helped to cultivate an almost automatic reaction to fire calls - one of control and readiness. “The more years I have been on the department, the more adrenaline control and pre-planning I have developed,” Wetzel said. Calls rarely take him by surprise anymore and, if they do, Wetzel is able to think through and approach each scene with clarity and con­ trol. Growing up on a dairy farm just outside of town on Kinsel Highway, Wetzel was taught the value of service and developed a lifelong phi­ losophy of helping others. “That’s the way I was taught growing up - helping others and not expecting anything in return,” he said. That philosophy has shaped his fire career and keeps him motivated to con­ tinue with the department. “When you take a call, you’re not just helping a complete stranger. You’re out there helping your neigh­ bor,” he said. Through the decades of responding to emergency calls, Wetzel has encoun­ tered other firefighters and leaders who have influenced his own leadership style and outlook. One of the most influential to Wetzel was for­ mer Vermontville Township Fire Chief Monte O’Dell. Wetzel said O’Dell was able to balance the serious nature of the work with humor and camaraderie, creating a family atmosphere within the department. “Monte was a lot of fun, and he had a lot of knowl­ edge to bring to the table,” Wetzel said. That ability to learn from others and recognize the good in tough situations served Wetzel well in the past and will certainly come in handy in his new leader­ ship role. “I’ve always had my head on a swivel, always looking for something to take away from any situation,” Wetzel said of his leadership style. Showing respect to others and earning their respect through his actions is another key leadership aspect for Wetzel. “Over the years, I’ve had a lot ofpeople say they look up to me, and it is humbling,” Wetzel said. “I’ve always been a hands-on type person - not demanding, but (say­ ing) ‘Here, I’ll show you. I’m in there with you.’” Putting on the chief’s hat is not really much ofa change since he helped fill that role working alongside the most recent chief, Matt Emery, for several months. With several certifications under his belt, Wetzel has achieved Firefighter I and II classifications and will be working to earn Firefighter III in the near future. The state requirements have changed recently, creating a Firefighter III classification for department chiefs. Along with a plethora of trainings throughout the years, Wetzel said some of the most valu­ able sessions have been those involving other departments. take Township department, Wetzel said the team works as a family and recognizes each member’s strengths to benefit the department as a whole. “We have a lot of pride in our department,” Wetzel said. For Wetzel, communica­ tion is the key for strengthen­ ing another important relationship — the one he has with the township board. In the past, there have been tensions between the depart­ ment and township board. Wetzel is certain that consis­ tent and transparent commu­ nication can only benefit both entities. “Keeping open lines of communication both ways would probably solve 99.9 percent of whatever issues there are, although I don’t think any issues there are big issues,” Wetzel said. “Hearsay is a killer. Just ask and don’t assume and things can get figured out a lot eas­ ier” A unanimous vote by the township board bestowed the chief’s title upon Wetzel, but it did not come without a bit of tension. Members of the fire department bucked against the township’s decision to interview the only two candidates who applied for the position. During the meeting, department members were outspoken about their opposition to the sec­ ond candidate and in their support of Wetzel. After the meeting, Wetzel said he appreciated the support of the department, noting that the family atmosphere of the team can sometimes lead to emotions running high. “We run like a family, so sometimes things can get a little heated,” Wetzel said. “As a family, we’ve always got each other’s backs.” He expressed appreciation for the support from not only his own department, but sev­ eral other area departments during the process. Several departments,, including Charlotte, Bellevue and Nashville, provided unsolic­ ited letters of recommenda­ tion for Wetzel as chief. Members of the township board are looking forward to working with Wetzel in his new capacity and also strengthening communica- Continued next page �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, April 6,2019 — Page 7 Darcie Kelly leads a group of kids and caregivers in the song “Five Little Monkeys" during Read with Me Storytime. (Photo provided) Putnam library has week full of events ?.s Ww * tenV imu aa^i J""* “»>Mb B*®® Mkat® w i■fie? at ■feat- < EKKl®i jiitt P&ifai taffiiifidlli fliW iBffiHEti »fc< is®,’ W । Putnam District Library staff invite adults and teens to Cafe Color from 6 to 8 p.m. April 8, at MOO-Ville National wheat planting projections are at a record low for the coming growing sea­ Creamery. Participants are son. (File photo) welcome to use coloring pages and supplies that are Com and dry bean plant­ Area intended for harvest planted acreage is down or provided or bring their favoring intentions are higher in as dry hay in Michigan, at unchanged in 26 of the 29 ite coloring supplies. Another event for adults Michigan for 2019, while 770,000 acres, is down 5 per­ estimating states.. A soybean, hay and sugarbeet cent from last year. Oat Nationally, all wheat plant- later in the week is Design acres are expected to planting intentions are down ed area for this year is esti- Your Family Scrapbook. decrease, according to a 20 percent from last year to mated at 45.8 million acres, From 5 to 7 p.m. April 11, down 4 percent from 2018. participants can reflect on March 29 press release from 60,000 acres. Mario Johnson, director of Nationally, com planted This represents the lowest all treasured memories as they the USDA National area for all purposes in 2019 wheat planted area on record craft scrapbook pages using Agricultural Statistics is estimated at 92.8 million since records began in 1919.. family photos. With commuThe 2019 winter wheat nity mentor, Linda Sivyer, Service, Great Lakes acres, up 4 percent or 3.66 Regional Office. million acres from last year. planted area, at 31.5 million participants will create pages Michigan producers intend Compared with last year, acres, is down 3 percent from that can be used in a scrapto plant 2.2 million acres of planted acreage is expected last year but up 1 percent book, be framed and hung up soybeans, down 4 percent to be up or unchanged in 34 from the previous estimate. or even given as a gift to Of this total, about 22.4 mil-another family member. from last year. Producers of the 48 estimating states. Some supplies will be proplan to plant 2.35 million Soybean planted area in lion acres are hard red winter, acres of com, up 2 percent the U.S. for 2019 is estimated 5.55 million acres are soft from last year. Winter wheat at 84.6 million acres, down 5 red winter, and 3.55 million seedings, at 590,000 acres, percent from last year. acres are white winter. are up 16 percent from 2018. Compared with last year, vided, including paper to craft on, adhesives and some embellishments, but family photos are required by partic­ ipants. This event is free, but RSVP is required. The library encourages participants to register by calling 517-852­ 9723 or sign up in the library. The whole family is wel­ come to celebrate spring at the library with crafts, activi­ ties and more from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 13. Families are invited to Spring Fling to enjoy various activi­ ties, such as making bubble mix, painting rocks, creating a fairy house and making a bird feeder out of recycled materials. Another activity for the entire family is visiting the library’s local history room. From 1 to 3 p.m. April 12 and 5 to 7 p.m. April 18, a volun­ teer will greet visitors who are interested in exploring the upstairs of the library. This area is not handicap-ac­ cessible. For the little ones and caregivers in the community, Read with Me Storytime will continue at 11 a.m. April 12 and April 26. This is designed for kids from newborns through preschool. Song, dance, movement, crafts and stories are part of the fun. More information about the above events is available by calling 517-852-9723 or by emailing assistant director of programming Sydney Khouri at skhouri@putnamlib.org. Upper Mowing Made Easy! Continued from previous pag ■ftarayisii&Si tmkn addoo'iissaKiik ec k asaWsiii Mik sits tmifMtaw rar ifiikijafe iiugsiihii tWrM mi fe1®11 (IKlUS fe iil®; -•uiiojBwkj wajiifip |1S5 ‘*‘*1 fc fc^“k' •T T “ ? <* * 4 - f l rtr fll" ,d »“? <**4 <4 *■ *<•*, Wii* •** & •& <"!W5 *!* tion. “I am looking forward to working with Jeff as our new fire chief,” Township Supervisor Jack Owens said, “(and) looking forward to having regular communica­ tion on what the fire/EMS may need to keep us all safe.” Interim Deputy Clerk Gary Goris said Wetzel brings with him a history of experience that will serve the township and the department well. “Jeffmay be the most ded­ icated fireman we’ve had in years,” Goris said. “He will use that dedication to build our fire department.” For several years, the fire department and fire associa­ tion have been discussing a new fire station for the town­ ship. The last truck purchased by the department had to have its bumper shortened at the body shop before it could fit into one of the bays. Wetzel said no definite plans have been put in place for a new station. “It’s really in a dream state "It’s (a new fire station) really in a dream state right now. It has been years in the planning and this [facility] does need to be updated ... We’re out of room. That’s it.” Jeff Wetzel, Vermontville Township Fire Chief right now,” Wetzel said. “It has been years in the plan­ ning and this [facility] does need to be updated ... We’re out of room. That’s it.” A shed was purchased sev­ eral years ago that sits along­ side the station and houses extra hoses and equipment. Tentative plans call for the original structure to remain with an addition built to the south to better accommodate equipment and make exiting the station easier for trucks. Wetzel said a new station will not become a reality for quite a long time, although steps are being taken in that direction. Recently, the town­ ship purchased a small parcel on the south side of the sta­ tion to house the new struc­ ture, whenever it becomes a reality. “In order to proceed, those things have to be done,” Wetzel said. “Eventually, something has to happen. They’re not making those trucks any smaller.” Next year, the department will celebrate the 100th Fireman’s Dance, and plans already have begun to make it one of the biggest celebra­ tions in department history. Permission has been obtained by the village council to close Main Street to take the dance into the street with live music. Whatever the future holds for the Vermontville Township Fire Department, Wetzel is ready to serve the department and help it grow. “We’re going in the right direction,” he said. 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Varsity newcomers Ben Benedict, Gregg Richardson, Nick Osborne and Lane Morris could all get their turns pitching this season. Benedict is a junior outfield­ er. Richardson and Osborne will set up shop in the middle infield, and Morris could see time in both the infield and the outfield. “We need to develop our young kids and have them be able to contribute,” Carpenter said. The Lions have worked on their own skills on their annual trip south and also took in a couple college ball­ games at Furman and Clemson. The Lions’ next trip is to Lakewood High School to open the Greater Lansing Activities Conference season with a double header Brett Bremer Sports Editor The weather prediction for the Maple Valley varsity baseball team was 75 degrees and sunny last Saturday in Easley, S.C. The Lions arrived safe and sound, ready to get a week of practice in away from sleet, snow and soggy fields. They need as much work as they can get as the team enters the 2019 season with just three players who have regular varsity experience. That returning trio for the Lions includes seniors Noah Hansen, Gavin Booher and Austin Zank. All three will likely see time on the mound this spring. Hansen and Zank set up in the outfield when not on the mound, and Booher will see time at short­ stop and catcher as needed. That trio leads a fairly deep pitching staff. “We have kids that can Austin Zank Tuesday. The Lions will then host the Vikings for one bail­ game in Vermontville Thursday. That is the new format for the GLAC this spring, teams playing a double header on Tuesday evenings at one site and then following that up with a single ballgame on the other team’s home field Thursday each week. Carpenter said he expects Leslie, Olivet and Perry to be the top contenders for a con­ ference crown this season. The Lions will host their annual Ken Beardslee Memorial Invitational May 11 this season and then head to the Eaton County Showcase hosted by Potterville May 18. Those are the only two Saturday tournaments currently on the team’s schedule for the spring. Lion soccer has experienced defenders returning Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions are making a push to get into the top for of the Greater Lansing Activities Conference this spring. The Lions were 7-7-2 overall and placed fifth in the conference in 2018, and have a solid group of girls back to try and improve on those marks. The group includes senior midfielder Cassie Linn and junior defender Victoria Clark. Both have been on the varsity since their freshman season and were all-confer­ ence performers in the GLAC last spring. Clark has lots of experi- Cassie Linn [HOMETOWN! LIGHT GGREEN DRIVING SCHOOL ] LUMBER & HARDWARE uc 208 N. Main (M-66), Nashville 517-852-0000 M66 TIRE cotancn > 7775 Saddlebag Lk Rd. 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Show your appreciation by supporting these local businesses! �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, April 6,2019 — Page 9 High-flying high jumpers back for Lion track J Ik ran nwiiiiiM wbx- taunt la'tii uta iik^h'rt •sBi UcliiwW« X ^W! — fa ’‘*1 5^ ^1! 1 £>^1! **• > Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions will hit the track outside for the first time Thursday when they travel to the Dansville Invitational. The Maple Valley varsity track and field teams have gotten a couple indoor meets in already, at Central Michigan University and at Grand Valley State University, before spring break. Lion had coach Matt Gordeneer . is working through the process of trying to find out which events everyone is best suited for and “fine tuning while keep­ ing everyone healthy,” he said. He is hoping to work through line-up issues quick­ ly, but it is a challenge in part because of the limited num­ Ashlyn Wilkes ber of athletes out for the sport this spring. The Lions won’t be able to fill every jumpers - senior Breanna at 5-0 as a freshman and event in a meet yet. Seavolt and sophomore Seavolt has a personal record Maple Valley does have a Ashlyn Wilkes. Seavolt was of 4-10 which she earned as handful of pretty talented the Greater Lansing a sophomore in 2017. youngsters returning though. Activities Conference cham­ Wilkes placed sixth in the The girls’ group is led by pion aS a junior in 2018 and high jump March 22 at the senior hurdler Britani Wilkes placed third in the GVSU . indoor Laker Shilton, and a couple of high event. Wilkes cleared the bar Challenge for Division 3-4 teams, clearing the bar at 4 feet 10 inches. Seavolt wasn’t too far behind, leaping over 4-5. Shilton had the top finish for the team at the event, placing fourth in the 60-meter hurdles in 10.43 seconds. She added a 12th-place time in the 60-meter dash as well. Wilkes will also look to score in middle distance races for the Lion ladies again this spring. She had top ten finished in both the 400meter run and the 800-meter run at the Greater Lansing Activities Conference Championship a year ago. Shilton was third in the 100meter hurdles, and ninth in the 300-meter low hurdles the conference meet in 2018. Gordeneer also said he is looking forward to seeing what freshman Jaimie Steele can do in the distance and middle distance races for the Tristin Clark girls. Senior sprinter Tristin Clark is one ofthe top return­ ees for the Maple Valley boys’ team this season. Gordeneer, who vaulted col­ legiately at GVSU a decade ago, also sees some talent in junior pole vaulter AJ Raymond. Raymond had the top fin­ ish for the Lion boys at the GVSU indoor meet, placing tenth in the pole vault by clearing 10-0. “We have a lot ofkids that from Olivet. Both teams had youngsters finish among the top scorers at the GLAC Championship Meet a year ago. The Olivet Eagles are the favorites once again in the conference boys’ compe­ tition as well. There are just two home meets on the slate for the Lions. They will host a GLAC Tri with Lakewood and Lansing Christian April 30. Battery could start to be strong spot for Lion softball Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions hope a little bit of experience can go a long way this spring. The Maple Valley varsity softball team won seven games a year ago and head coach Maty Lesage said the team has set a goal to win more games than a year ago. Inexperienced pitching was an issue the Lions dealt with last spring and there is hope for improvement there. The Lion pitchers get a good boost from the strong catch­ ing provided by Eli Heinze, who returns behind the plate. Kaycie Schrader is back to fire from the circle for the Lions and Lexy Booher will take turns in the circle as well in her first varsity season. Lesage said the lack of a JV program in recent seasons really limits the chances for youngsters to gain experience on the ball field, which means there is still quite a bit of development that needs to happen. The Lions should be solid in the infield, especially on the left side, with Ava Robinson at shortstop and Kelsey Myers at third base. Booher could see some time at first base when she is not pitching and Karli Dhams, another new varsity ballplayer, is slotted into the second base spot at the ^4uto-Owners Insurance MAPLE VALLEY IMPLEMENT, INC are willing to try some things outside their comfort zone,” Gordeneer said as he enters fifth season leading the boys’ program, and second in charge of both die boys’ and girls’ teams. The Maple Valley teams open the Greater Lansing Activities Conference season at home April 16, taking on Perry. The Perry girls are positioned to be one of the top challengers to the defend­ ing conference champions Shield of Service Kaycie Schrader moment. 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Cassie McCool won $800, Holly Rosin and Lily Miller won $300, Carli Deo and Noah Hansen won $600, Mara Pena and Mikayla Brighton took home $300 and the three-person team of Matthew Slaught, Olivia Williams, and Cassidy Simpson were awarded $300. The students may invest their winnings into the busi­ ness, use for college or spend it however they choose. SPRING CLEAN UP The Village ofNashville’s spring cleanup will be on the following Mondays; April 8th & 15th, 22nd & 29th only. Please place brush and/or leaves you want picked up next to the curb. Spring cleanup is a service provided to help residents with yard clean up and should only consist of brush, weeds, leaves, and normal yard waste. Please separate the brush and leaves, and limit the amount put out each Monday to one truckload to allow the DPW crew time to get to all residents in one day. If you have larger amounts please contact the Village Of­ fice and arrangements can be made for you to haul it to our dump site. April 29th will be the last day for pickup. If you put anything out after this date you will be asked to have it removed. Thank you for your cooperation. Nashville DPW 1157o5 Village of Vermontville SPRING CLEANUP Pick Will begin April Sth, 2019 LAST DAY FOR COLLECTION WILL BE APRIL 18 ,2019 . Village of Vermontville curbside leaf collection rules: V Leaves should be in piles No wider Than 3 feet and no higher than 3 feet VONLY orderly, manageable piles will be collected Due to the Damage that walnut piles cause to the leafVacuum we will now be charging for walnut pick up due to the extra la­ bor hours it will take to pick up walnut’s curbside. Any resident is welcome to take any brush, leaves, or walnuts to the dump site near the lagoons at their own convince free of charge. Charges for curbside Pickup are as Follows: Leaves $10 per Month Brush $10 Per Month Walnuts $10 per Month Ifyou put all three out, you will be charged $30 for that month. Leaves, brush & walnuts MUST BE IN SEPARATE PILES IF YOU DO NOT WANT YOUR DEBRIS PICKED UP, DO NOT PLACE THEM BY THE CURB ANY QUESTIONS CALL THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE DPW GARAGE @ (517)726-1444 Maple Valley students competed against schools from across the mid-Michigan area in the Lansing Economic Area Partnership Student Start Up Challenge at the Lansing Center. Students (back row, from left) Cassie McCool, Lily Miller, Holly Rosin, Mara Pena, Mikayla Brighton, Carli Deo, Noah Hansen, and (front row) Olivia Williams, Mathew Slaught and Cassidy Simpson won a total of more than $2,000. Douse shares headstone-cleaning tips Kathy Maurer Copy Editor Members and guests at the Barry County Historical Society meeting Tuesday evening learned some tips for cleaning gravestones. “Do no harm” is the man­ tra Kermit Douse told the group and also included in a tip sheet he handed out. Douse is president of the Nashville Michigan Historical Society, which, to date, has cleaned about 250 headstones in that village’s Lakeview Cemetery. The headstone cleaning project was part of a progres­ sion of events following the group’s formation a few years ago when members began to take a closer look at NOTICE REGARDING THE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP RECYCLING CENTER After several months of discussion and attempts to stem the losses being incurred to the township of Sunfield from the operation of the recycling center, the township Board has made the difficult decision to close the center entirely. As of close of business on Saturday, April 27, 2019 the center will no longer be accepting materials for recycling. For Eaton County residents, the county has several recycling opportunities available throughout the summer. The dates and times can be found at www.eatoncounty.org/recycling . Also, Michigan State University has a recycling facility on campus. such as scrapers or wire trash. brushes, should never be Douse’s final suggestion used to clean headstones. was to get permission from a Chemical cleaners and power family member, when or if washers also can cause harm possible, before cleaning a and should not be used. headstone. Instead, he said as he He also shared informa­ pulled items out of a bushel tion on Nashville’s upcoming basket, nylon brushes, plastic sesquicentennial celebration pan scrapers, toothbrushes, a in August - complete with whisk broom and even tooth­ renaming of a park - along picks for tiny crevices are with the group’s work to get suitable for the marker-clean­ memorial plaques. More ing toolbox. He keeps the about the celebration will be D/2 in a smaller spray bottle, featured in the Reminder undiluted. He also recom­ closer to the event. mended a portable pump Websites with more infor­ sprayer for rinse water, espe­ mation on headstone clean­ Common pan scrapers cially in cemeteries without ing include or nylon spatulas are use­ running water. Cemetery Con servatorsful in removing lichen and Other items he carries in UnitedStandards.org, themoss, Kermit Douse said. his inexpensive tote are bug GoodCemeterian.org and spray, gloves and a bag for d2bio.com. the village’s history. That closer look led to the realiza­ tion that some headstones were difficult to read. After subsequent research and conversations, Douse said they found a product that cleans the fragile lime­ stone and granite markers without harming them, D/2 Biological Solution. The only local source for D/2, he Any and all interested parties are said, is a supply company in Holland. Another cleaner, welcome to assist in the annual clean­ Orvus WA Paste, is common­ up of the Wilcox Cemetery. ly used for shampooing live­ stock and dogs. It is available Clean-up is scheduled for Saturday, at farm-supply stores, but April 13, 2019 at 8 a.m., with a rain does not clean biological growth, he said. date of April 20, 2019. Along the “do no harm” directive, Douse said metal, Any questions, contact Jeff Butler, • NOTICE • Wilcox Cemetery Clean-up Supervisor, at 517-937-0286. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads Susie Butler, Maple Grove Township Clerk �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 6, 2019 — Page 11 Letters to the Editor Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Community urged to support Maple Valley student efforts Community has always been something I have val­ ued in Maple Valley. The Maple Valley area truly has something great, truly. Sports is just one way that so many students in this area are able to make that community feel­ ing even more whole and meaningful as they come together not only as a team, but as a family. This is why it is so import­ ant for community members to support their kids through support of the sports activi­ ties. The Maple Valley Girls Varsity soccer team has taken this idea of community and family to a whole new level as they have grown within the last four years. As a senior in high school this year, currently in the soccer season, I can attest to the significant change within this group of hardworking and passionate girls that has occurred only in the past four years of my varsity career. When I first came into soc­ cer as a freshman, there was something there - a spark, a want to do well hidden behind the sneers that empha­ sized all the losing streaks. That year was the first year in a long time that the soccer team scored their first goal. But just as a loss of oxy­ gen can extinguish a small flame, so was our fire - as, time and again, we lost every game and, time and again, no new faces came to cheer us on though we continued to smile despite loss after loss. My sophomore year was better. Hardworking seniors EWING WELL DRILLING INC. kept up the team’s morale when we didn’t lose our first game in years. We tied Barry County Christian that year, for soccer, but for all of the and passionate cheers on the hard-working teams that give bus ride home Were accom­ students a place to be them­ panied with tears of happi­ selves, while stressing ness and laughter as we real­ responsibility and initiative. ized that hope was on the Currently, Maple Valley has horizon. baseball, softball, track, golf Determined and patient and soccer for their spring coaches continued to help us high school sports, and, of through the losses, emphasiz­ course, there is always great ing practice, foot work, and work going on with the band teamwork, even though they and choir groups. could have walked out years Besides this, Maple Valley before. Who wants to be students have flourished in associated with a losing many different groups, such team? They obviously saw as DECA, FFA, Robotics something, and the fact that Club, Project Based Learning they didn’t give up on us has class, and National Honor been such a great blessing for Society. There are too many each and every team mem­ activities to list all of them, ber. but support for high school­ Then it happened. My ers and junior high students, junior year held one of the whether it be in sports, musi­ most joyous seasons. More cals, concerts, or clubs, is talented girls stepped into much appreciated. line, as the older girls began It is so important to recog­ to finally take hold of the nize the positive activities in footwork and hard work that which our students partici­ both of our coaches had so pate and excel. long stressed. 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Following the opening Pledge of Allegiance and Roll Call of council mem­ bers, Village President Mike Kenyon asked council trust­ ee Gaty White about a new business item on the pro­ posed agenda calling for an independent audit of the employee years of service benefits and the termination policy. Those policies were origi­ nally discussed in January when Village Clerk Cathy Lentz, who retired the next month, proposed a change to the policy. That change would have allowed accrued retirement benefits to be paid out in a lump sum rather than incrementally over the course of eight weeks. At the time, Lentz believed the install­ ment method would conflict with the Municipal Employee Retirement System the vil­ lage uses for retirement. By the next meeting, Lentz found there was no conflict and no action was taken. But over the course of multiple subsequent meet­ ings, White has continued to raise the issue. He has sug­ gested the policy be reviewed by a lawyer, has read a letter .. Council trustees Gary White and Henry Felder argue over White’s conduct. (Photo by Taylor Owens) to the village stating the pol­ icy may be used for corrupt purposes and recently wrote a memo to the council mem­ bers about embezzlement. Kenyon had attempted to schedule a special meeting for Tuesday night to specifi­ cally address the issue, but said there would not have been the board attendance needed to do so. “We’re at that point where people are tired of dancing around this constant innuen­ do, and trying to plant seeds that we have corruption, and embezzlement, and certain individuals taking liberties for the Village of Nashville,” said Kenyon on Thursday. “I, for one, am tired of this innuendo, and Gary’s per­ ception of how this is being done.” White said he wanted the Kinsel fire considered suspicious The fire appears to have started from two separate locations along Kinsel Highway. Taylor Owens Staff Writer A fire which burned around 50 acres on Kinsel Highway west ofIonia Road Tuesday evening is under investigation according to Vermontville Township Fire Chief Jeff Wetzel said. The department received a call around 4:30 p.m., and were on location until approximately 8:30 pjn. It was assisted by the Charlotte and Castleton Maple Grove Nashville Fire Departments. The fire burned across mul­ tiple properties and grew close to two separate resi- See FIRE, page 7 employee years of service policy independently audited to find out which employees are taking severance bonus­ es, and to determine on what service time is based. The years of service poli­ cy states the amount of money employees will receive on retirement, respec­ tive to how much time they have worked for the village. The policy does not specifi- cally state whether an employee’s years need to have been served continu­ ously or not. “We had people that quit, it (the policy) states that all accrued benefits is paid in full,” stated White, “so when they come back, they don’t have service time.” Trustee Johnny Hartwell pointed out there were only two employees who would be affected by the years of service being continuous. Lentz worked for the village more than 20 years, and Director of Public Works Scott Decker worked for the village more than 30 years, though both left the village at one point and were rehired. Both Hartwell and Kenyon said White had a personal vendetta against the two employees and White main­ tained he did not. “This whole town is very much aware of your animos­ ity towards Scott Decker and Cathy Lentz,” Kenyon said. “You’re planting a seed to try to prove and let people know that Scott Decker and Cathy Lentz somehow got more money, or are going to get more money than they have coming and deserve, that’s the bottom line, everybody knows it... You’re using your council seat to expedite your opinion.” White said he was going to ask the village auditors ques­ tions about the policy when they give their annual pre­ sentation on the audit in the summer, and he did not want the auditors to be blindsided by the questions. Trustee Henry Felder asked how the auditors could be blindsided, when they have all the village’s financ­ es and information in front of See ACCUSATIONS, pg. 3 Vermontville Village opts out of marijuana Taylor Owens StaffWriter The Vermontville Village Council passed an ordinance Thursday disallowing recre­ ational marijuana businesses within the village limits. The ordinance will not preclude the village from choosing to allow recreational marijuana dispensaries and businesses growers in the future, but is in place at least until the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulator Affairs decides what the rules for businesses will be. “Once the state gets every­ thing in order, we can opt back in, and we can allow someone to come in, under our rules,” village trustee Sue Villanueva said. “We’re not saying, down the road, we’re not going to let someone come in here... We would bring in, whether you guys like to hear it or not, it would bring in good revenue for the village.” The council decided to allow rental of the metal folding chairs and wooden tables which formerly sat in the Vermontville Community Center and are now stored in a shed. Those tables and chairs are separate from the ones currently used for the center. Director of Public Works Supervisor will take the church pews which used to sit in the center, when it was a church, to a farm auc­ tion in Battle Creek. After closed session, the council voted to appoint Kimberly Kenyon to the council seat left vacant since November 2018. Trustees Charlie Viele and Sandra Hosey were absent. In This Issue Dulcimer society has been inspiring new players for decades Scholarship Fund accepting applications Grant helps boost robotics program Lions pull out last of three with Lakewood boys �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 13,2019 Dulcimer society has been inspiring new players for decades “When I’m involved in music, that’s my therapy,” said 25-year dulcimer player Mary Lynn Gay of Pennfield Township. “I’m not worried, I’m not upset. I’m not think­ ing about anything else. I’m just thoroughly enjoying myself.” Gay said that while their group is separate from the Thomapple Dulcimer Society, many of their fellow musicians are members. Olde Tyme consists of more than 15 players who the first and third Monday at Northpointe Woods senior in living community Pennfield Township. “In between we play out at Marywood, at Heritage Senior Residences and lots of church potlucks. We’re busy at least once every week, sometimes two or three,” said Gay, who noted the group plays for free, “for our enjoyment and hopefully other people’s.” Many ofthe members also said they took up the unique, hand-made only instrument that involves using two mal­ lets, both with a soft and hard edge, after hearing it played either at Charlton Park’s Folklife festival or at the Michigan mecca for the hammered dulcimer, the Dulcimer Music Funfest in Evart, set this year for July 19-22 at the Oseola County Fairgrounds. The Thomapple Dulcimer Society became an official Digital TV Antennae group in January 1984, start­ Cell Phone Boosters ing with 20 dulcimer players on a Saturday. 517.846.0439 According to thornapplev­ TV ANTENNA & TOWER INSTALLATION, REPAIRS REMOVAL alley dulcimer.org, its pur­ Shelly Sulser J-Ad Graphics News Service The Thomapple Valley Dulcimer Society has been inspiring aspiring musicians for 35 years since Stan and Bud Pierce formed the group in Hastings where they held an annual festival at the Barry County Fairgrounds. Today, the club still meets monthly at the Maple Leaf Grange in Nashville and without realizing it, has pro­ vided therapy for nearly everyone who hears or plays those soft, hammered string tunes. That’s according to seven members of a spinoff perfor­ mance group based in Battle Creek, Olde Tyme Music, that made a stop Thursday at the monthly gathering of the Morning Musical Club at The Music Center. Led by President Karla Troxel Shotts, the Morning Musical Club, affiliated with the Michigan Federation of Music Clubs and the National Federation of Music Clubs, has members from not only Battle Creek but from Barry and Kalamazoo counties. Every Olde Tyme Music member who introduced heror himself to the audience mentioned how relaxing it is to play the hammered dulci­ mer and how music in gener­ al calms their minds. APRIL SPECIALl pose was to “have fun while promoting interest, preserv­ ing tradition, and providing education as it pertains to the hammered dulcimer and its music.” The hammered dulcimer dates back to 1500 B.C., according to the local site. “It was very popular in the late 1800’s and the early 1900’s and was often played for square dances and bam dances,” the site reads. “The dulcimer fit under the early settler’s wagon seats and was carried around the country during the lumber era. The hammered dulcimer has a beautiful sound and if you Diana Williams, Carolyn Humeston and Mary Lynn Gay were among the members can hum a tune, you can of the Olde Tyme Music group that played such favorites as the Tennessee Waltz and learn to play one.” The club meets monthly at Manistee River for the Morning Musical Club in Battle Creek Thursday. (Photo by the Maple Leaf Grange on Shelly Sulser) M-66 just sound ofNashville on the fourth Saturday of the month on most months. Among the tunes per­ formed by Olde Tyme Music for the Morning Musical Club Thursday were Manistee River, Tennessee Waltz, Amazing Grace, and As the 2019 Maple Valley additional financial support, annual charitable giving. Washington an Wasngton and Lee ee Swing, wng, often used as a school fight senior class approaches grad- these numbers will continue Others request donations be uation, the Maple Valley to grow in the future as the made in honor of, or in mem­ song. Scholarship foundation helps to prepare ory of, a family member. Karen Rabineau and her Memorial Foundation is preparing to Maple Valley graduates for However made, all donations mother-in-law attended the Morning Musical Club per­ help those students better their future. This year’s MV will add to scholarships formance for the first time themselves at universities, graduates and alumni can awarded in the future and are and said they, too, were colleges and trade schools find the application form at always tax deductible. Many Maple Valley gradu­ mvs .k 12 .mi .us/schools/jr-srinspired by the instrument across the country. Since the foundation was high-school/guidance-of- ates are thankful to Carpenter and recognized some of the founded by long time Maple fice/. and Jarvie for their vision in olde tie songs. Valley teachers Dorothy There are different ways beginning the Maple Valley “I was singing along with Scholarship them,” said Karen, adding Carpenter and Junia Jarvie in the Maple Valley community Memorial 1986, it has awarded scholar ­ can make gifts to the fund. Foundation 33 years ago. that it also made her stress melt away. “I play guitar and ships to over 250 Maple Donations can be accepted at With the support ofthe entire then when I heard about the Valley graduating seniors any time and mailed to PO Maple Valley community, 80-some strings - that might and alumni with 39 students Box 715 Nashville, MI this vision will continue awarded over $40,000 in 49073. Some make end of strong into the future. be my next challenge.” scholarships in 2018. 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He was employed from 1979-2002 and from 2008 to the present. When the village asked him to return in 2008, Decker said he asked for a contract that would restore his full service time of his previous tenure. “My question for you Gary is this,” suggested Decker. “I worked for this village from 1979 to 2002, that’s 23 years, does that time count for anything?” “Not when you got bought off,” White said. “Who bought me off Gary?” Decker asked. “I’m going to guess the Hartwell said he chose not to read his list of 55 griev­ ances White has had with the village in the past seven years, but only asked that, going forward, White try to work with the council. “Let’s move forward, but I don’t shy away from what happened here,” Kenyon said. During public comment Jeff Hynz, owner of Kent Oil and Propane spoke on the issue. “It gave me a sickening feeling to just sit here and listen to the beginning ofthis board meeting,” Hynz said. “I feel bad for this town, to watch what’s happened over the years... I didn’t know it was to this point until I sat in here and listened to Gary.” Hynz said he had been involved in hundreds of meetings of various boards, and has found there are two types of board members, those who want to improve the village, and those who hold personal vendettas. “We’re at that point where people are tired of dancing around this constant innuendo, and trying to plant seeds that we have corruption, and embezzlement, and certain individuals taking liberties for the Village of Nashville. I, for one, am tired of this innu­ endo, and Gary’s perception of how this is being done." Mike Kenyen, Village President village did,” White replied. Trustee Tanett Hodge said the village could not change a contract it had already made with its employees. “The people that have worked under that old sys­ tem deserve what they’re going to get, you can’t take that away from them after 20 years, you have to give them that because that’s what they signed up with,” Hodge said. White asked if it was actu­ ally in Decker’s contract that his previous 23 years of employment would count towards benefits. Decker said White already knew what was in his con­ tract because he requested a copy the day Decker was rehired in 2008, and said White called the members of the village council in an attempt to persuade them not to hire him. White said he did not call every council member, and Decker replied that six of the seven mem­ bers told him White had. “There is not a finer DPW director in this whole frickin’ state,” Kenyon said. “I will stand by that and you will never convince me that Gary will ever let this go, so let’s move forward, Gary’s stripes are never going to change.” “Your stripes aren’t going to change either, Mike,” White replied. “I thought maybe tonight would bring this to a head, all it’s done is worsen,” Kenyon said. Hartwell said he’s assem­ bled a list of 55 issues White had with the council since 2012, taken from meeting minutes, agendas, letters to the editor and more, which included accusations against Decker. “Good,” White replied. “So this is a personal attack on me.” Hartwell said the council shouldn’t be spending its time on White’s accusations, and they should be working on other issues. “I am working on other things,” White replied. “No you’re working on tiying to bring this village council down is what you’re working on, ” Hartwell replied. “You’ve told that to plenty of people.” Hartwell moved for the council not to have an inde­ pendent audit performed of the years of service policy, NEWS FROM THE EATON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE In the past week the Eaton sheriff’s office conducted a County Deputies have three-week series focusing responded to 27 alarms, on each of the Eaton County seven car accidents, 31 citi­ Sheriff’s Office volunteer zen assists, 18 well being groups — Victim Advocates, checks, 16 domestic disputes, Mounted Division and 43 shoplifting complaints, 20 Special Services Unit. The larcenies, 15 civil com- — dedication, enthusiasm, read­ plaints, nine operating while iness and professionalism impaired, five personal inju­ displayed by each member of ry crashes, 17 property dam­ these groups in serving the age crashes, 36 suspicious citizens of Eaton County situations, 16 traffic hazards, 24/7 are greatly appreciated 259 traffic stops, 17 vacation by the department and every­ checks and 33 traffic viola­ one these programs touch. tions. Overall deputies Each year, a special eve­ responded to 897 calls for ning is set aside to present awards to deputies, citizens service and events. This week is recognized as and volunteers in recognition National Volunteer Week. of acts of heroism, life sav­ Many citizens proudly serve ing, bravery and unwavering as volunteers throughout dedication. The following their lives in many capacities recipients have received the Eaton County and can remember the feeling annual volunteering provides and Sheriff’s Office Volunteer of the lasting friendships the Year Award: 2013 — Mary formed. Recently, the county Clark, Victim Advocate Unit; which the council passed with White the only dissent­ ing vote. As the council moved towards roundtable discus­ sion at the end of the meet­ ing, council members stated their wish to move past the issue. Hodge said she believed White has a lot he could bring to the council, but his efforts can be counterpro­ ductive, owing to the manner in which he goes bringing up issues. “It’s not beneficial to any­ one if we continue to act like this,” Hodge said. She point­ ed out the policy and ordi­ nance committee will soon go over the village policies, and said the village should have a lawyer work with them on those issues. “I’ve been here approxi­ mately three months and, so far, I’ve been accused of involvement of corruption and possible embezzlement,” said council trustee Steve Priddy. “Now I’m not sure, Gary, what your agenda is or with who, but I don’t appre­ ciate these accusations against my character or my council members.” STORM DOORS In other business the coun­ cil: • Unanimously voted to sign a Memorandum of Understanding g with the Michigan Economic Development Alliance. The nonbinding memo is the next step in the Redevelopment Ready Communities process, and will allow the village to find out what steps it would need to take to become veri- STORM WINDOWS 2014 - Mark Shoemaker, Volunteer in Police Services Coordinator; 2015 - Lloyd Scharer, Chaplain and Victim Advocate Units; 2016 Daniel Sowles, Assistant Coordinator and Special Services Unit; 2017 - James Weese, Special Services Unit; and 2018 - Joseph Sturdevant, Special Services Unit. This week is used to bring awareness to the contribu­ tions of volunteers and to encourage more people to donate their time to a local, national or global cause. Take advantage of this week to nominate someone for a volunteering award, take a minute to thank them for all they do, share a favorite cause on social media and find an opportunity to volun­ teer. “Good. So this is a personal attack on me.” Gary White, council trustee fied by the RRC and become eligible for grants. • Approved a grant appli­ cation to the Barry County Parks and Recreation Department to make improvements to Central Park before the Sesquicentennial Celebration in August. The improve­ ments would cost $5,437, of which the village would be responsible for $1,360 if it received the grant. • Accepted ideas from res­ idents for a pickleball court in Putnam Park near the bas­ ketball courts. Kenyon said the council would discuss fixes to the current court with the DPW, and another grant application could be submitted next year for larg­ er improvements. • Stated that it is working on a system for residents to pay their village bills online. The village unanimously voted to work with GovPayNet, which will implement the software onto the village website, nashvillemi.us, starting July 1, at no cost to the village. 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He was bom in Hastings on July 15,1952, the son of Paul and Bernice Schwab. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to The Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, MI. For further details please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net David Lee Murphy NASHVILLE, MI - David Lee Murphy, age 82, ofNash­ ville passed away peacefully Monday, January 28,2019 at his home. He was the beloved hus­ band of Rosalie (Elliston) Murphy whom he married on June 29, 1956. David was bom in Wood­ land, on April 12, 1936, the son ofthe late Verlin and Jeanettte (Miller) Murphy. He attended local schools Woodland High School. During his junior year Dave left school to embark on a life changing adventure. He headed west where his first job was with a grain harvest­ ing crew moving north from Kansas as the grain ripened. The harvest season led him to South Dakota where he worked as a cowboy, herd­ ing and branding cattle from horseback. Dave had become a real life cowboy! In 1955 he returned home to visit his family at Thanksgiving and met his soon to be wife. After the couple married, Dave worked with his fa­ ther hauling live chickens to Detroit, Chicago, South­ ern Michigan, Ohio, Illinois and Indiana. In 1958 they moved to the Texas Gulf Coast where Dave worked on shrimp boats in the Gulf of Mexico. After one ofthe boats nearly sank, the family returned to Michigan where Dave joined the Industrial Painters Union. In 1965 Dave and Rosa­ lie purchased their farm in Nashville where they raised beef cattle for over 40 years, often herding them by horse just as he’d done in South Dakota. During Dave’s career as a painter he painted several local water towers, all ofthe Lansing Oldsmobile plants, and the exterior of the Cap­ itol dome twice. Dave loved the peace and quiet of the farming lifestyle spending time with his wife and family. After retiring, the couple enjoyed visiting family in Louisiana and Texas. David is survived by his beloved wife, Rosalie; his sons, Jeff (Rae) Murphy of Vermontville, Leslie (Ga­ lilee) Murphy of Lafayette, LA; daughter, Cinda (Ar­ mando) Murphy de Palacios of Houston, TX; sister. Juan­ ita Ware of Bay City TX; five grandchildren, Kathryn (Dan Rasey) Murphy, Cas­ sady (Andy) Brege, Aubrey (Tyler) Vandemark, Annie (Gavin Alexander) Murphy and Alexandra (Frank) Don­ nelly; and six great-grand­ children, Cormac Murphy Rasey, Padraig Brege, Ailish Brege, Madelynn Murphy Vandemark, Ruby Lee Don­ nelly, and Aiden Alexander. The family also wishes to acknowledge Dave’s broth­ er-in-law, James Elliston for the companionship and assis­ tance he provided as Dave’s health and mobility declined. He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Shirley Studt and Susan Hinckley. Services for Dave will be conducted on Saturday, April 20, 2019 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Nashville VFW Post 8260. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please vis­ it our website at www.danielsfimeralhome.net Wet Basement? 4 Great Lakes WATERPROOFING Seal Your Basement from the Outside FREE INSPECTIONS 4 WET BASEMENT? 4 BOWED/BUCKLING/CRACKED WALLS? 4 MOLDY, MUSTY CRAWLSPACE? 4 NEED A SUMP PUMP? 269-353-3220 25 S M37 Hwy, Suite 2 ig ir and Natalie Sensenig. Sister, MaryAnn Botimer, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Memorial contributions may be made to 2 or 3 To­ gether, mailing address 1172 N. Shaytown, Vermontville, MI 49096. Visitation will be held at The Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville on Monday, April 15 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be Tuesday, April 16,2019 at the Bellevue First Baptist Church in Bellevue at 11 a.m. Pastor Don Francis will officiate the service. A private family burial will follow at Wilcox Cemetery, Nashville. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. 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Over the years, Bob worked for Ashley Dairy, Ea­ ton Corporation and retired from Kelloggs. He worked as an electrician. Bob was a member ofthe Bellevue First Baptist Church, Bellevue. Bob was known as a kind, gentle man who loved his family. Robert was preceded in death by his parents; sis­ ters, Inez Cummings, Alice Harris and brother, George Berkimer. He is survived by his wife, Leah Ann; children, David (Connie) Berkimer, Lois (Pastor Kelly) Sensenig, Nan­ cy (Trevor) Talmage, Paul (Holly) Berkimer; grandchil­ dren, Judy (Jethniel) Wyler, William (Miriam) Sensenig, Nathaniel Berkimer, Andrew Talmage, Michael Talmage; great-grandchildren, Titus, Hastings, MI *.iir / Thomas m. Hoffman, m.d. 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Grand Ledge HWY Sunfield, MI 48890 or call (740)505-0075 for more information Final months of school Dr. Katherine Bertolini Superintendent I hope you had a wonderful break and are ready to wrap up this school year with a burst oftesting, learning, activities and end of year celebrations. In my experience, once we return from break, everything seems to accelerate into summer. We have certainly paid our dues to winter. We have not yet heard from our state legislators who have been weighing options for waiving some ofthe missed days of school when we were under a state of emergency, as declared by Gov. Whitmer. We were waiting as long as we could, but we also understand the challenge this creates for all of you as you work to set up child care, summer plans and other schedule considerations. At this time, unless we hear differently from the legislature, we will be in school until June 14. Full days are scheduled for June 6 and 7. Half days are scheduled for June 13 and 14. Senior events and schedules will remain the same. We will still not have school on Good Friday, April 19, as that is a contractual holiday. As I wrote to you earlier this year, we have both a 180-day and 1,098-clock hour requirement that we must fulfill per state law. This is why we cannot just extend the remaining school days. Attendance is very important during this time as we report our student count to the state which has a direct impact on our funding allocation from the state. The first day of school in the fall will be on August 19. We regret any disruption the winter weather may now be having on your schedules. The silver lining is that an additional week of school allows us to deliver some of the curriculum that was impacted by the severe winter weather and that is what we are all about. We will continue to work together in our recovery from the Snowpocalypse of 2019. I am grateful we all weathered the stprms together and eveiyone remained safe despite Mother Nature’s best efforts. It is a great day to be in the Valley! Warm regards, Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, April 15 Beef hot dog, tator tots, mixed vegetables, bun, sliced peaches. Tuesday, April 16 Grilled chicken breast, brown & wild rice, seasoned red potato, Italian blend vegetables, apple. Wednesday, April 17 Soup of the day, sliced turkey & Colby Jack, sandwich thin, tossed salad, crackers, banana. Thursday, April 18 Broccoli stuffed chicken, mashed red potatoes, peas, fruited jello. Friday, April 19 Tuna noodle casserole, broccoli, diced carrots, fruit. Cinnamon bagel, cream cheese, vanilla Greek yogurt, strawberries, vegetable juice. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, April 15 Country fried steak, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, apple. Tuesday, April 16 Grilled chicken breast, brown & wild rice, seasoned red potatoes, Italian blend vegetables, banana. Wednesday, April 17 Broccoli stuffed chicken, mashed red potatoes, diced peaches. Thursday, April 18 Broccoli stuffed chicken, mashed red potatoes, peas, diced peaches. Friday, April 19 Tuna noodle casserole, broccoli, diced carrots, orange. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, April 15 Sliced turkey & cheddar cheese, sandwich thin, potato salad, dried plums. Tuesday, April 16 Chicken pasta salad, beet & onion salad, whole grain roll, applesauce. Wednesday, April 17 Chef salad, macaroni salad, fruited jello, muffin. Thursday, April 18 Sliced roast beef & Swiss cheese, sandwich thin, coleslaw, Mandarin oranges. Friday, April 19 Activities Calendar Monday, April 15 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Sr. Group Exercise 9: 15 a.m.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 a.m.; TV Strings; 10: 30 a.m.; Painting Group 1 p.m.; Move for Better Bal. PD 4:30 p.m. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Hof»te Cookin' /JackMudyV\ Kettle Cafe See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing, business cards, invitations and all your printing needs. 113 N. Main, 517-852-9700 J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 1351 N. M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St, Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Sunday School................................... 10 a.m. Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship......................................... 11 Evening Worship.......................................... 6 .Wednesday Family 517-7264)526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Night Service................................ 6:45 p.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH cal Church Schedule Sunday: A.M. Worship............. .................... .11 a.m. Evening Worship.......................................... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................................. ,7 . Phone:(517)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) 4 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., 517-588-8415 11: 00 a.m......................................Fellowship 'No matter who you are, or where you are on life’sjourney, you are welcome here.' REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR. PEGGY BAKER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 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." information call 1-269-731-5194. GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, For Sunday: A.M. Worship............ ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship.................................................. 7 p.m. PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE 517-852-2043 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................... 8:30 a.m We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. (1/2 mile East ot M-66. 5 ml. south ofNashville) Sunday School ............. 10 A.M. Service... ......... 11:15 P.M. Service... ................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH . . . ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: ............................ 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ....................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................................. 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville .9:45 a.m. .............. 11 ...... 6 p.m. Phone 616-765-5322 Wed. Evening Service.. 6:30 p.m. AWANA............................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE M-79 West PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE be closing at 2pm Sunday and will reopen Tuesday Morning Sunday Evening Servic P.M. Service.......................................... 6 p.m. e-mail: grace@gc3.org We wil Worship Service.............. Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Phone: (517) 852-1783 Includes Soup & Salad Bar, Pie and Drink Certified Lay Minister A.M. Service.................................................. 11 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT *13.95 Sunday School................ Children's Classes, Wed. Service................................................. 7 Swiss Steak 1 Baked Ham & Yams Roasted Turkey & Dressing Mickey Cousino Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, 304 Phillips St, Nashville SpacialA. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 PASTOR KAREN KINNEY Worship............................................ 9:15 a.m. (517) 726-0258 and many other activities. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES Worship Service........................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............................. 11:00 a.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI Sunday School.............................. 10:30 a.m. Phone (269) 963-7710 PASTOR Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: Vermontville, Ml 49096 10: 00 a.m.............................. Church Service Youth Groups, Bible Study Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Church Service...................................... 9 a.m. (Nursery Provided) NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Nashville: Dominoes 11 ajn. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, April 16 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 am.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Art in Action Night 6 p.m. & Elks Club. 1 p.m. Nashville: ‘ Board Meeting 10:30 am.; Dominoes 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 17 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 am.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 am.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 pm. Move for Better Bal PD 4:30 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Woodland: Legal Aid 11:30 am.-12:30 pm.. Delton: Walking 11 am.-l pm. Thursday, April 18 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Brain Works 1 p.m.; Alzh. Caregiver Support 3:30 p.m.; Sr. Zumba 4:30 p.m.; Zumba II 5:30 pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.; TV Time. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Friday, April 19 Hastings: Exercise 9 ajn.; Bingo 9:30 a.m.; Iron Rails 10:30 a.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. .Worship 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 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 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, April 13,2019 Grant helps boost robotics program FIRST Robotics Tech Challenge in Mason last November, Maple Valley’s team of nine sixth and sev­ enth grade students, known as “Tech-Know,” are tweak­ ing the design. They meet after school to disassemble and reassemble the robot, fixing motors, arms and wir­ ing. Once they have finished and knows what to expect. Taylor Owens The team also didn’t have to Staff Writer The middle school robot­ build their robot from the ics program is in its second ground up, and could use the year and is offto a good start base they built last year. Each year, the team’s after taking fifth place out of 36 teams at its latest compe­ robot has to perform a differ­ ent task during the competi­ tition. Maplewood science teach­ tion. For this year’s competi­ er and robotics program tion, it has to pick up a series advisor Matt Gordeneer said of objects and place them the team’s second year has while also lifting itself up been more smooth, since the and hanging by its arm. After team has more experience its performance during the Continued next page The team is reworking its robot in between competitions. Seventh and eighth grade students meet after school to work on their robot. Pictured are (from left) Jakeb McDonald, Dough Smalley, Robert Schilz and Callan Hoefler. (Photos by Taylor Owens) changing the design, they will be recoding the robot, one of the most complex tasks for the team. The robot is controlled by a video game controller, which is wired to a smartphone, which com­ municates wirelessly with another smartphone attached Come visit our 24/7 full-service ATM, located at 121 Eastside Dr. Vermontville, Ml 49096 • Deposit Checks • Transfer Money • Balance Inquiries • Withdraw Cash Our service. Your success. 517.393.7710 • casecu.org NCUA LENDER For your convenience, our Vermontville branch is open Monday: 9 AM - 2 PM Wednesday: Noon -5 PM Friday: Noon - 5 PM �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. April 13. 2019 — Page 7 Continued from previous pag to the electronics of the robot. But configuring the system to allow controller joysticks and buttons to smoothly operate the various motors of the robots takes a significant amount of coding. Gordeneer said it was some­ thing he had to leam first himself, and he has been teaching it to the students. But the kids have their own familiarity with the project, after they learned in Gordeneer’s science class working with Lego robotics. Students who enjoyed robot­ ics in class joined the club because they thought it would be fun. “They are learning every­ thing from computer design, coding and engineering, to teamwork, communication and public relations,” Gordeneer said. The team received a boost in the form of a $1,000 grant from the Barry Community Foundation. The grant has paid for competition entrance fees and parts for the robot. “Without the parts, we were pretty limited on what modifications we could make because of lack of materi­ als,” Gordeneer said. The money also goes towards advertising the team at competitions. At each event the team is chosen as a partner by different teams for multiple competitions. Part of the reason why Maple Valley was able to place so high in only its second year was because it partnered with experienced teams, Gordeneer said. The team will compete again in May, at a venue to be determined. The Maple Valley Middle School Robotics team at its booth during a competition in Mason. FIRE, continued from page 1 Callan Hoefler and Robert Schilz attach a motor to the arm of the robot. dences before it was extin­ guished. The cause of the fire is cur­ rently unknown, but Wetzel said the fire appeared to start from two separate locations on the roadside, on both sides of a small creek named Shanty Brook. The fire was in a swampy area, which made it challeng­ ing for the firefighters, because they could not risk sinking their trucks in the bog and had to run the water hoses to the fire themselves, Wetzel said. The fire burned around 50 acres across multiple pri­ vate properties. WELCOMING Bryan Kamps, MD Now accepting new patients Bryan Kamps, MD, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon. After earning his medical degree from the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Dr. Kamps completed a transitional internship at Blodgett Memorial Medical Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan, two years general surgery training at Michigan State University in Lansing, Michigan, and his residency in orthopaedic surgery at McLaren Regional Medical Center in Flint, Michigan. Dr. Kamps has over 21 years experience in orthopaedic surgery. Before coming to Spectrum Health he was a surgeon at Rehoboth McKinley Christian Health Care Services in Gallup, New Mexico. He also was a surgeon for the U.S. Army Reserve with tours of duty in Bosnia, Afghanistan and Germany. Dr. Kamps is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. Dr. Kamps is relocating his practice from Spectrum Health Grand Rapids to the Orthopedic & Bryan Kamps, MD Pain Clinic in Hastings. Spectrum Health Pennock Orthopedics & Pain Center SPECTRUM HEALTH Pennock 840 Cook Road Hastings, Ml 49058 269.945.9520 Accepting new patients | Newly expanded hours | findadoctor.spectrumhealth.org £ �Page 8 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, April 13,2019 Memories of the Nashville News This column by the late Susan Hinckley was printed in the Feb. 28, 1989, Maple Valley News. She wrote: During the more than 10 years that Memories of the Past has appeared as a regu­ lar feature on this page, a number of columns have dealt with the history ofThe Nashville News (forerunner of the Maple Valley News) and its colorful founder, Omo Strong. Established in 1873 by Strong, then only 19 years old, the weekly paper has stood the test oftime, being in continuous publication and service to the community since then. Today’s column looks at some comments about the News and itsfounder written in the 1940s by then publish­ er-editor, Donald F. Hinderliter. He also recalls the early homes ofpaper and, in particular, one many ofour readers still call, “the old Nashville News." September, 1944 — Sixty­ eight years ago this month an ambitious young newspaper­ man visited Nashville for the first time. He had just sold his partnership in the Lawton Tribune and was scouting for a location for a new paper. A few hours in Nashville convinced him that there was a town in need of a newspaper, and, as a result, on Oct. 3, 1873, he published the first edition of the Nashville News. The Hastings Banner wrote: “Report says that another effort is to be made to establish a newspaper at Nashville, this time by a gen­ tleman from Lawton. We trust, for the sake of the would-be publisher, the report is not true, for the investment cannot be other than a financial disaster.” Mr. Strong came back with a cry of defiance to the Banner, printed in bold type on the front page his motto, “Progression. No Married in 1885, Len and Stella Feighner had just $500 when they bought the Nashville News three years later. Its colorful founder, Orno Strong, decided to leave town after charges he had attempted to murder a local doctor. L.A. Foote, put a serious blight on his business career. The case later was dropped, but Strong moved to the West Coast and became a successful publisher of trade papers. Feighner, who had begun working for Strong as a lad, remained at the News helm for 40 years. Memories of the Past “Its high old ceilings and battered walls have been steeped in the smoke from thousands of black cigars, the sound of printers’ rich language, the sound of presses...” wrote Donald F. Hinderliter, owner of the News from 1941-56, in describing the interi or of the building. This was headquarters for the Nashville News (later the Maple Valley News) until the paper was purchased in 1975 by J-Ad Graphics of Hastings. Feighner is at right in this circa-1890s photo; Al Weber is at center. He and brother Frank worked for the News in that era. kers. It must have taken courage to start such a new Retrograding,” and went to editor’s chair a full 40 years. venture in such times. work. Probably few folks around But Mr. Strong was a Fifteen years later, instead town now remember any of go-getter. In his first issue he of being a financial disaster, the news items in that first had an advertisement from the Nashville News was a issue back in 1873. Some of practically every business or flourishing 10-page newspa­ them are interesting reading professional name in town... per with more than a thou­ even today. On page one — there were sand paid subscribers. And A front page story chroni­ four pages and all hand set of so, 15 years to a day from the cled the beginning of the course - was a column of birth ofthe News, its founder financial panic on Wall Street jokes, some of which you sold out to Len W. Feighner, and the suicides of numerous may hear over the radio this who proceeded to occupy the bankers and investment bro- winter. Some of them belong in the Eddie Cantor class... In more serious vein, Editor Strong wrote his salu­ tary to the good people who were to become his readers. The Barry Community Foundation (BCF), is a local nonprofit organization In one paragraph he pretty bridging resources for community based needs, ideas and initiatives well expressed the function that benefit Barry County. BCF is in search of a highly motivated and of a small town newspaper organized individual with a minimum of two years of work experience when he said: “We shall weep with those that weep related to providing program support. The Program Assistant position is Program Assistant and rejoice; in fact, shall hold ourselves prepared to carry said weeping and rejoicing to any— extent required.” December, 1949 - When Omo Strong founded the Nashville News in the autumn of 1973, he rented a small frame building on the west side of Main Street. There he installed a rickety old George Washington hand press, a conglomeration of second-hand type and enough of the other printing necessities to get out a news­ paper. He published his first issue in the face of such difficul­ ties as: one pied from of handset type, one drunken printer who used ad copy to start a fire to heat coffee, and one delayed shipment of newsprint, which arrived at the depot only an hour before press time. Since that epochal day nearly three-quarters of a century ago, the News has been published every week and we have today the bound volumes containing every one of the 3,865 issues. (Since Hinderliter wrote that statement some 39 years ago, this number has increased considerably.) Therein is contained the most complete history of Nashville avail­ able by any mortal means. And therein, too, is told the interesting history of a coun­ try weekly, its ups and Continued next page a full-time position with' occasional evening responsibilities. The desired candidate also has: • Ability to work effectively and independently within their work area. • Must have ability to work with MS Office Software programs with emphasis on word, database management, and related software programs. • An established reputation of honesty and integrity. • Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced changing environment. • Dedication to community service and improvement. Send resume, along with a cover letter, byApril 26, 2019 to: Attn: Annie Halle Human Resources Barry Community Foundation 231 S. Broadway Hastings Ml 49058 NOTICE REGARDING THE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP RECYCLING CENTER After several months of discussion and attempts to stem the losses being incurred to the township of Sunfield from the operation of the recycling center, the township Board has made the difficult decision to close the center entirely. As of close of business on Saturday, April 27, 2019 the center will no longer be accepting materials for recycling. For Eaton County residents, the county has several recycling opportunities available throughout the summer. The dates and times can be found at www.eatoncounty.org/recycling. Also, Michigan State University has a recycling facility on campus. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, April 13,2019 — Page 9 From previous page wife trouble, shot at a local doctor and was charged with downs, its accomplishments attempted murder. Eventually and its various moves from the charges were dropped, one location to another. but during the summer he The second “roosting awaited trial he decided to place” of Omo Strong, as he get rid ofthe News and leave referred to it in the paper, Nashville. He had persuaded was over Truman’s tore. (In “Fike” to come back and 1989 this is the building that manage the paper and in the houses the video arcade, fall, made an attractive prop­ Fuzzy’s Fun Room.) osition and sold him the busi­ Around 1880 he moved ness. into the Yates block, where Mr. and Mrs. Feighner the News office occupied the recall that they had just $500 second story of a frame store and shortly afterward they building that stood On the site went even deeper in debt to of the present bank. (Today buy new type and other needthe site of Hastings City ed equipment. Bank’s Nashville office.) By tha),(ime, of course, the There, Publisher Strong News had moved to its presreplaced his Washington ent location, which up to hand press with a Country 1885 had been a vacant lot. Campbell cylinder press, Instead of putting a new powered by a temperamental building, Mr. Strong bought a steam engine. school building, which had With this modem equip­ stood on the southeast comer ment he began billing his of the school grounds and business as the Nashville had been used for the lower News Steam Printing House, grades. “busiestjob printers in south­ With completion of the western Michigan.” new Union school building in Len W. Feighner, who late 1885 this frame structure worked for Omo Strong sev­ was no longer needed and eral times and finally bought Mr. Strong got it at a bargain the News in the fall of 1888, price. It was moved oil skids recalls that before his mar­ by horse power and the job riage he lived in the News required several days. In the office in a cozy balcony room new location carpenters and Mr. Strong built for him, and masons worked all through boarded out. After “Fike” December, making it in to a and Stella Wilson were mar­ first class building. ried in October 1885, “Fike” quit and worked for a while Some 25 years later Mr. for the grandfather of Gov. Feighner added metal lath Thomas Dewey on the and stucco finish, had more Hastings Banner. windows made and eventualThen Editor Strong had ly built on a brick addition at Lee Christopher (right) and his children, Kyle and Ken, tap trees with veteran syrup the back, which now serves as a stock room and stereo-maker Eldon Day in Nashville. They hung 500 buckets on 250 trees in the village. type department. When the present news press, a Cranston cylinder, and attaching folder were bought, the projecting addition on the east was built to make room for the folder. The press room still is in the basement, the stock and stereotype rooms are on ground level and the composing room and offices are six steps above ground level. These three levels make a lot of running up and down and it is the hope of the pres­ ent publisher to eventually have a new plant all on one level. A new plant would be nice but leaving this old building would be sad. For 61 years it has been The News Office; high old ceilings and battered walls have been steeped in the smoke from thousands of black cigars, the sound of The Nashville Fire Department rig is used to collect sap from around the village. printers’ rich language, the sound of presses and the Nashville produced around 750 gallons of syrup the previous year and were hoping clackety-clack of falling lino- for more. type mats. This old building is as much part of the Nashville News as are the files of the paper. Some day it will have to go but its going will be a mournful occasion to Len Feighner who owned it for 40 years, to C.O. “Ab” Mason, who has worked under its roof upwards of 40 years, and to the many others who NOW AVAILABLE IN HASTINGS in the years past helped col­ lect and print the news of Nashville. Penske offers clean, well-maintained moving trucks of ENSKE RENTALS various sizes to best serve your needs. Calhoun Christian a goal better than Lions The Maple Valley varsity girls’ soccer team fell 4-3 to visiting Calhoun Christian Tuesday in Nashville. The Lions got goals from Lauren Upright, Cassie Linn and Megan Valiquette. Upright scored the open­ ing goal for theLions. Lin was helped by an assist from teammate Olivia Williams. Valiquette’s goal came with seven minutes to play, on a header off an assist from Allison McGlocklin. The Lions are scheduled to travel to Olivet Thursday. The Eagles are off to a 3-0-1 start to their season after scoring a 6-2 win at Lakewood April 11. 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Lakewood’s Jacob Elenbaas knocked a hard sin­ gle into right field with one out in the bottom of the sev­ enth inning, bringing home teammate Hunter Kemp from second base to give the Vikings a 4-3 walk-offwin in game two. Maple Valley pulled out a 10-6 win in the final game of the series, played entirely in Vermontville Thursday. The Vikings added two more runs right away in the top of the first inning of game three Thursday, but the Lions scored in all six of their turns at-bat to take the win. Gavin Booher was 2-for-3 with a single, a double and Austin Zank pitches for the Lions during game two of three RBI for the Lions in their win. Austin Zank, Noah their GLAC doubleheader at Lakewood High School Hansen, Lane Morris and Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Lion catcher Garret Pearson fires the ball back to the mound during game two of David Hosack-Frizzell had the Lions' GLAC doubleheader at Lakewood High School Tuesday. (Photo by Brett the four other Maple Valley managed an inside the park the third inning. Bremer) Lakewood took a 3-0 lead hits in the bailgame. Hansen’s home run to plate his team’s hit was a double. He and next two runs. with two runs in the first Morris had two RBI each. DeVries was 3-for-3 with inning and one in the third of Zank got the win on the two RBI and two runs scored game two. The Lions VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP mound, throwing 4.1 innings. in the game. The Vikings had answered with three runs in He struck out seven and eight hits in all, including the top of the sixth inning. walked two while giving up two from Carson Blakely “We started to put hits two hits. The three runs who had two RBI. Brady together and get guys on against him were unearned. Gawne and Nate Dillon both base,” Maple Valley head Gregg Richardson threw in also singled. Gawne drove in coach Bryan Carpenter said. relief for the Lions, holding one run. “It is just seeing pitching, the Vikings to three runs Lakewood pitcher Reese seeing live arms and getting The members ofthe Vermontville Township Fire Department would like over the final 2.2 innings. Caudy no-hit the Lions in the in that routine and being in a to thank the following businesses and individualsfor making the 99th The Lions had six hits in five-inning bailgame. He game. For us, that is huge, Annual Vermontville Fireman’s Dance such a success. the game two loss, that start­ struck out eight and walked just getting these guys seeing ed Tuesday and ended three. someone else,” he added. CHARLOTTE NASHVILLE Wednesday. 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Elenbaas had an RBI Woodland, Ml 48897 Warren, Ml 48093 (586)268-4463 single and Nathan DeVries (269) 367-4590 Brett Bremer Sports Editor Just how to play a threegame series was being tested in this opening week of Greater Lansing Activities Conference baseball. The league has had teams play a doubleheader against each opponent since its inception, but this season is moving to play a double­ header at one site on Tuesday afternoons followed by a single game on Thursday at the opposite site. Lakewood and Maple Valley opened the GLAC season at Lakewood High School with the Vikings win­ ning the opener 11-1 in five innings. Game two was knot­ ted at 3-3 when the umpire called the game due to dark­ ness after the final out of the sixth inning. Lakewood head coach FIRE DEPARTMENT Thank You LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, April 13,2019 — Page 11 Lions show progress in opening GLAC games The Lions Rebecca Fairfield scoops up a Lakewood hit in Centerfield during game two of her team’s GLAC doubleheader at Lakewood High School Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) basic skills they learned a year ago back into this sea­ son. The team is a much more confident fielding group as a whole. Lakewood did finish off its GLAC set with the Lions by scoring a 16-0 win at Maple Valley High School Thursday. Maple Valley junior Kaycie Schrader takes a cut at a pitch during game two of her team’s GLAC doubleheader at Lakewood High School Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Sll» kW* B?er I 5*'^ wdrAt? '*®> •« h Dr Im I’isil Bitdiftteai ina ityftste s to "kiffldijjite ' i® rtalBlma vhU MRi aitadpsi <hpse®»pte. nis sataEata' ij:i cijMaltai u i ptSnilii?, giii nmit'iiiW Kgi _ IJJE Lkk w^f®- g A £ , ’X gi X s w* $ Brett Bremer Sports Editor Plating a pair ofruns in the top of the second inning of their Greater Lansing Activities Conference opener at Lakewood High School Tuesday was more than just a small victory for the Lions. It was sign ofprogress and a sign of hope. Maple Valley junior pitch­ er Kaycie Schrader remem­ bers getting swept in a dou­ bleheader against the Vikings as a freshman, with the Lions being outscored 33-0 in the two ballgames. A year ago, the Vikings swept their GLAC doubleheader with the Lions by a combined 25-0 score. “These two umpires umped us last year when we played Lakewood at home and they said, ‘wow, a 180 turn, wow.’ They just were impressed,” said Maple Valley head coach Mary Lesage, who returned to lead the program at the start ofthe 2018 season. The Vikings still scored a sweep of the doubleheader Tuesday, winning game one 6-2 and then taking game two 19-0. Lakewood only had a 4-0 lead heading into the top of the fifth inning of game two when Lesage start­ ed finagling with her line-up a bit to get some girls in some new spots. . “Next year, hopefully will be even better,” Schrader said. Schrader only gave up five hits in game one. She did walks seven and strike out two. Lexy Booher and Gracelynn DeRyper sand­ wiched a pair of walks around two strike outs in the top of the second inning for the Lions, and lead-off hitter Ava Robinson drilled a dou­ ble to rightfield to bring home her team’s two runs. The Vikings and Lions were knotted at 2-2 through the first five innings of game one. A leadoff triple by Morgan Stahl got. the go-ahead rally started for the Vikings in the bottom of the sixth. Ashtyn Livermore brought her home with a one-out single and Emily Campeau added a two-run single in the four-run rally. Campeau also drove in a run with a sacrifice fly in the bottom of the second inning of game one. Livermore sin­ gled twice and walked twice in the ballgame. “Ashtyn Livermore, we’ve had four games and she has been on base every single time. She hasn’t gotten out. One way or another she is always on base and we can always count on her starting a rally for us,” Lakewood’s new head coach Rory Treynor said. Maddie Mussehl drove in the Vikings’ first run in the bottom of the first. Morgan Stahl got the two pitching wins for the Vikings, throwing all 12 innings. She had 15 strikeouts in the open­ er and ten more in game two while no-hitting the Lions for five innings. Livermore and Sullivan scored four runs each for the Vikings in game two. Livermore had a single and a double. Sullivan and Campeau had three hits each, including two doubles for Campeau who drove in five runs. Livermore, Sullivan and Savannah Stoepker had two RBI each. Clean-up hitter Eli Heinze and Karli Dahms both sin- gled for the Lions in game one. Heinze, the Lions’ catcher, missed nearly all of the 2018 season with four broken toes healing after basketball sea­ son. Lesage and Schrader both gushed about her return following the doubleheader. Schrader threw the first four innings of game two, and then came on in relief to finish off the bailgame after Booher got a turn in the cir­ cle. In season’s past, Schrader admitted she likely would have put her head down once the going got tough - even getting to the point of tears. The confidence she has in Heinze, and the growing confidence in her fielders behind her, has helped Schrader’s mental growth. She’s put plenty ofwork in at it herself. “ I can’t just do it at prac­ tice and then go home and be like, ‘I can cry now,’” Schrader said of the work on her mental toughness. “No. I had to bring that with me everywhere I go, no matter if I was at work and I was frus­ trated, or on the field, or in the classroom.” She was happy with the way she hit her spots on Tuesday. She has been throwing regularly for about the past three months, and would really have liked to get a few more throws in during the offseason. . “We were working on just getting our arms ready to go,” Lesage said. “Working on our stride, our push off, just getting our legs stronger, our arms stronger, working on getting some more snap and spin on the ball.” It is not just her battery that Lesage is pleased with. She sees girls carrying the BRADFORD WHITE WATER HEATERS 200 Lafayette St., Middleville Ml 49333 Come Join Us For Our On-Site Hiring Event! 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Syrup festival returns next weekend Taylor Owens Staff Writer The Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival turns 79 this year, and in many ways, will continue much like it always has. The grand parade has 45 entries this year, ranging from musical to historical to political. Featured will be the queen Josey Terpening and alternate Austynn Fears, and grand marshals Jason and Cheryl Sheridan. “I’m personally excited to have the first rodeo queen in our parade, since I represent­ ed the sport in ‘92,” said Christine Terpening, who is organizing the parade for the first time this year. “I think the absolute highlight of our parade is to see all the local kids that partake and the par­ ents that get excited when they go by.” Sarah Shoemaker, owner of Sing Studios, is returning to host the annual talent show Friday night. “The trophies are in and are four feet tall for first place again this year,” Shoemaker said. The only change to the program is professional per­ formers will be allowed to compete in the adult open competition. The talent show is still accepting entries, and Shoemaker said they are looking for more variety among performers this year. The 5K, previously orga­ nized by DECA advisor and teacher Jassen Dowling will be put on cross country coach Tiffany Blakely. Registration and packet pickup will be from 5:30 to 7:30 a.m. Saturday, April 27. The race will begin at 8 a.m. on the Paul Henry-Thomapple Trail from the high school to Second Street in Vermontville. Winners for each age group will receive a medal and will be invited to ride in the parade. Overall winners for men and women will receive a gallon ofmaple syrup. A shuttle will be available on Third Street to take run­ ners back to the high school. All proceeds will go to Maple Valley Cross Country for camp and team equip­ ment, such as watches, tents and uniforms. Though the closure of the Vermontville Methodist Church meant that the con­ gregation did not have a chicken dinner last year, the The population of Vermontville rises more than tenfold the weekend of the syrup See FESTIVAL, page 2 festival. School moves closer tobudget goal Taylor Owens Staff Writer Maple Valley Schools’ budget is 0.1 percent away from its goal of a 5-percent general fund equity balance. “If things continue the way they are going right now, hopefully, we’ll hit that 5 percent fund equity level by the end of this fiscal year,” Finance Director Darryl Sydloski said during the Board ofEducation meet­ ing Monday. “That would keep us out of [the Michigan Department of] Treasury’s naughty list.” The school’s budget took a major hit in revenue after the fall count revealed a 36-student drop below what was budgeted for in June 2018. Each student represented $7,871 in state funding. A general fund equity bal­ ance of at least 5 percent of the annual budget is consid­ ered healthy by State of Michigan. At the end of the last fiscal year, the school ended with a balance deficit of $75,088, or negative 0.64 percent, and the Board of Education set a goal of 5per­ cent by the end ofthe current fiscal year this June. The amended budget the board unanimously passed Monday plans for a $509,398 fund equity, or 4.9 percent. The general fund was bol­ stered by an increase in local taxes of $38,000 and state funding of $49,000. Expenditures were decreased See BUDGET, page 7 Sheridans to be parade grand marshals Taylor Owens Staff Writer Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Grand Marshals Jason and Cheryl Sheridan have become heavily involved in the community since they moved to the vil­ lage in 2004. Cheryl moved to Vermontville when she was 6 years old and graduated from Maple Valley in 1980. She became a nurse and met Jason, originally from Flint, through his sister. After they married, the Sheridans lived in various places around the world, from Utah to England. Jason was in the Air Force from 1981 to 2004, where he worked as a surveyor. He would climb towers and scan the horizon to determine what could be seen on radar. His job took him to about 13 different countries, but even­ tually the Sheridans decided to move to Vermontville. Cheryl’s parents still lived in the village and she wanted their, children, Yulanda and Garnet, to get to know their grandparefits. Jason left the Air Force and the family moved to Vermontville in 2004. trustee in 2008 and village face,” Jason said. president in 2016. One of his Both also volunteer favorite achievements on the through their church, Calvary board is the purchase of the Baptist in Charlotte. Vermontville United “We believe in serving, Methodist Church and turn­ that’s part of our faith,” ing into the Vermontville Cheryl said. Community Center. Together they organize the “I’m splendidly surprised arts and crafts show for the it’s going so well,” he said. GFWC and Vermontville The center has been used Maple Syrup Corporation. for library events, trainings, Money the show raises has a visit from Santa Claus and gone toward teaching and more. During the festival, a camps for special-needs chil­ 4-H club and former dren, the library, school and Methodist church members more. will continue the tradition of Jason said it was hard to selling chicken dinners out believe Cheryl’s claims ofthe building. “It just puts a smile on my See SHERIDANS, page 5 Vermontville Maple Syrup Parade Grand Marshals Jason and Cheryl Sheridan are pictured with their children Yulanda (left) and Garnet. In This Issue.. A few years later, Cheryl started working for Maple Valley Schools. Currently the district nurse, she has worked a variety of different jobs within the district and became a jack of all trades. Now she spends a lot of time training the other staff on medical and emergency issues and teaches students CPR, since state law requires students to become CPR- certified She is in the Vermontville General Federation of Women’s Club and is a Vermontville Township Library Board member. Their daughter Garnet, who has autism, joined the Special Olympics swim team in Charlotte, and Cheryl became a coach. Cheryl’s father was a competitive diver, and she was able to swim.before she could walk. She trains kids-to become comfortable with the .jyater and swim to the deep end, before they graduate to the next coach. “It builds self-esteem with kids,” Cheryl said. Jason continues to do sur­ veying work, and joined the Vermontville Village Planning Commission in 2006. He became a village 1 Lions move up a spot in second GLAC golf jamboree ■ Lions give Eagles too much help in GLAC bailgame Syrup queen has busy schedule Olivet girls sweep league double header at Maple Valley �Page 2 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, April 20,2019 School creates video archive of bedtime stories Julie VanZandt video reading “Almost Everybody Farts” was the most viewed of the 31 videos on Facebook. Taylor Owens Staff Writer For each day of March is Reading Month, one video of a staff member or student reading a book was uploaded to the Maple Valley schools’ Facebook page. Each of the 31 videos features a readthrough of an entire book lasting from two to nine min­ utes. APRIL SPECIAL {Inventory Reduction Sale I Superintendent Katherine Bertolini said the suggestion for the idea came from teach­ ers Matt and Shannon Powers who saw it at another district. “We thought it was an awesome idea,” Powers said. “Matt and I both love reading, and when our daughters were little, reading aloud to them before bed was one of our favorite parts ofthe day.” Math teacher and technol- Facebook pages. ogy specialist Josh Leatherman worked on uploading the videos, and added captions to each one. “I was so pleased that the stories got so many views, it shows the support the com­ munity has for the school and its teachers,” Powers said. “It was amazing when one of my students came to school and told me I read her a bedtime story last night. 30,000 views of our books, which for a community of this size, is just stellar,” Bertolini said. “It’s amazing and the fact that all of our wonderful readers reached out to touch our families and kids and give them a high point of their day, I just think it’s marvelous, it’s such an exciting thing.” Another parent shared with Matt that their child loved the stories so much that they were saving them, so they could re-watch them.” The videos are archived on the Fuller Street Elementary School and Maplewood School Facebook pages. Powers hopes to have a similar proj­ ect next year. “We’re approaching over Going on Now FESTIVAL, continued from page 1 WiUGE SAVINGS! focabook St-y .list Teri Knoll S_ty.list Lynzie Smith Receptionist Gloria Guernsey Owners Kimberly & Joe Rodriguez HAIR • NAILS • PRODUCT 207 N. Main St. • 517.852.0313 /Jacks* Judy's \ Country Kettle Cafe 113 N. Main, 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! Sfiedcdi. Swiss Steak Baked Ham & Yams Roasted Turkey & Dressing *13.95 Includes Soup & Salad Bar, Pie and Drink fundraiser will return in the building, now the Vermontville Community Center. Former members of the church and the Chasing Purple 4-H Club will sell chicken from the building. Proceeds will be split between the 4-H club and the commu­ nity center. The festival begins at 6 p.m. Friday, April 26, with an introduction ofthe grand mar­ shals and queen’s court on the main stage downtown. 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Owen Bailey led the Lions with a 50. Carson Hasselback shot a 53, Christian Schrader a 57 and Kenny Curtis added a 59. Lakewood had a pair of guys in the 30s, with Caleb Farlee earning the day’s medalist honors with a 37. Lakewood also got a 39 from Trevor Simon. Austin Makley added a 41 for the Vikings and John Hewitt a 46. “Coming off of the Coldwater Invite (last Friday), our guys played with a very high level ofcon- fidence,” Lake wood head coach Carl Kutch said. “It was a great early season prep. “Our ball striking is very solid. Caleb is taking the lead, in a senior role, leading some very talented golfers. We need to stay focused and eager to keep ‘going low’.” Leslie’s Cannon Risner matched Farlee’s 37. The Blackhawks also got a 48 from John Cranmore, a 49 from Wilhelm Warbom and a 50 from Nathan Beachey. Olivet was led by a 45 from Blake Mclane Tuesday. 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Suzy met Larry on a beautiful summer day in 1968 at the Sidewalk Sales in Hastings! Suzy always boasts that, “He was the best bargain I ever got.”!!! Larry had just returned from Viet Nam, where he served in the Army and Suzy was attending college at the time. One year later, 1969, Susan (Johncock) Corkwell married the love ofher life, Lany Lee Corkwell on April 19, 1969 in Nashville, MI. . They have two beautiful daughters, Lisa Guernsey and Becky Lewis (son-in-law Michael Lewis). God blessed them with seven wonderful grandchildren, Bryan, Alexis, Grace and Gloria Guernsey, Quinn, Owen and Lauren Lewis, and one great-grandson, Iverson. Suzy retired from the Kellogg Company. Larry retired from the First Congregational Church in Battle Creek. Favorite thing in life is enjoying and spending time with their family, attending grandchildrens’ ballgames, and attending their granddaughters’ musicals and dance. They have enjoyed a lifetime of fellowship and family at Nashville Baptist Church. Their life verse that has been with them for 50 years: As for me and my house, We will serve the Lord. Joshua 24:15 Lions give Eagles too much help in GLAC ballgame Olivet opened its Greater Lansing Activities Conference set with the Maple Valley varsity baseball team Tuesday by scoring a 6-2 win in Vermontville. The Eagles were helped by five Lion errors that aided in the scoring of four unearned runs. Maple Valley starting pitcher noah Hansen struck out five and allowed five hits and six walks through his five innings of work. Only one of the five runs against him was earned. Nick Osborne allowed one run in an inning and a third of relief work, giving up three hits. Lane Morris struck out one of the two batters he faced to finish off the Eagles in the top of the seventh. Gregg Richardson and Noah Hansen led the Maple Valley attack with two hits VERMONTVILLE, MI Brian Alan MacKenzie, an outdoorsman that greatly enjoyed fishing and hunting, died at his home in Vermont­ ville, on April 14, 2019 of natural causes. Brian, age 60, was bom March 2, 1959 in Hast­ ings to Donald and Marilyn (Zimmerman) MacKenzie. The oldest of three children, Brian grew up with family hunting and fishing trips and continued the traditions with his grandsons, especially en­ joying fishing on Thomapple Lake on his pontoon and trips to the U.P. Brian enjoyed the outdoors so much that he would spend his entire sum­ mer camping and fishing at Thomapple Lake with his friend, pSpteven Duffey. Bria ,n graduated Brian graduated fro from Ma­ ple Valley High School in 1977,, an and ten then wore worked at General Motors as a forklift operator for 30 years, retiring iin 2009. A talented singer, Brian enjoyed singing karaoke and was a previous winner ofthe talent contest at the Maple Syrup Festival. His family acknowledges he was very stubborn, often to their frustration, however, he would bend over backwards to help anyone that needed a hhand. Devoted to his family, Brian was always helping his parents and finding ways to spend quality time with his daughters and grandchildren and encouraging them in many ways. He was a great friend and mentor. Brian is survived by his daughters, Darcy (Jason Nesky) MacKenzie and Erin (Joe) Elliston; grandchildren, Cameron, Avery, Cayden, and Dylan; parents, Donald and Marilyn MacKenzie; sib­ lings, Steve MacKenzie and Valerie (Tom) Palmer; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Donald ruuer at., iNasnvme, mi and Arvilla MacKenzie and busy.bees.preschool.childcare@gmail.com Zimira and Esther Zimmer­ S® Brooke Aiken, Owner/Director man; and best friend, Steven Duffey. Busy Bee’s is a new childcare in Nashville A memorial service is located at the Nazarene church scheduled for Saturday, April w 27, 2019, 1 p.m. at the South Let us help you with your Cochran Church of God in busy little ones! Charlotte. Friends and family are en­ Join usfor our couraged to share memories of Brian on his Tribute Page at www.PrayFuneral.com. Friday, April 26th • 3pm-6pm The family is in the care of Saturday, April 27th • 1 lam-2pm Pray Funeral Home, Char­ lotte. Contact us at (517) 852-4046 SHERIDANS, continued from page 1 Open, UouAe/Bake, Sate, or find us on Facebook today to register your child for summer care! about the massive turnout the a blizzard effectively can­ festival gets every year when celled half the festival. But Thankyoufor choosing Busy Bee’s they first moved to one year later, he saw just Vermontville in 2004. He how big it could be, and in to help you with your busy little ones! thought his suspicions were 2012 the Sheridan’s eldest Ax**.***** x**.*** <* a A confirmed when his first fes- daughter, Yulanda, was on each. All five Lion hits were tival happened to be the year the queen’s court. singles. Nick Osborne had one, driving in the two Maple Valley runs in the bottom of the fourth inning after the MAPLE VALLEY IMPLEMENT Is your Eagles had already built a 4-0 source for Ferris Mowers! 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Retirement Celebration & DENNIS VANDERHOEF 35 Years with MV School District Saturday, May 4,2019 6:00 p.m. Maple Valley High School Gym Sssshhhh... We are “trying” to surprise him ♦ $300 off valid 4/22-5/31/19 on the purchase of a new Ferris 400S, IS60QZ, ISX800 or IS700Z while supplies last. See dealer for details. �Page 6 — Just Say ’As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday. April 20. 2019 Syrup queen has busy schedule Taylor Owens StaffWriter Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen Josey Terpening is as busy as a high school junior can be. She is a member of DECA and National Honor Society, for which she is the historian. Terpening has shown horses, pigs, sheep, photography and cake decorating at the Eaton County Fair with the Vermontville Junior Fanners 4-H club and Maple Valley FFA. This year she will be trying something new and showing a calf. She has danced with Step N’ Time Studio since she was 3, played softball from age 5 until high school, and plays varsity volleyball through Maple Valley and Airstrike, a team that travels all over Michigan and Indiana. “I am extremely worn out for keeping up with her,” her mother Christine said. “She loves life to the fullest” Terpening said she’s always known that she wants to help people, and by being a member of all the different clubs and participating in activities, she can learn the skills to do so. “There’s different quali­ ties you can learn from everything, and I like being a well-rounded person,” Terpening said. “When I’m in everything, I’m learning how to adapt to change, I’m learning time management at a young age, that I can carry through my whole life.” Her connection with the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival goes back to when she was young and was in the Little Miss Maple Syrup Princess Pageant. “I’ve been in the parade for as long as I can remem­ ber,” Terpening said. Josey Terpening barrel races with her horse, Dale For many of her parade appearances, she has repre­ sented Maple Valley FFA, for which she also is the president. Both of her older brothers, Dillon and Marcum, were in 4-H and FFA, and Marcum was a State FFA officer. Their mother grew up with animals, especially horses, and has passed the love of animals and agricul­ ture on the kids. Terpening said she wants to retain her connection with agriculture after high school, and has decided to attend Michigan State University to become an agriculture teach­ er and advise an FFA chapter of her own. She had previ­ ously wanted to be a nurse because she wanted to help people, but she realized she didn’t want to leave agricul­ ture behind and could also help people as a teacher. “I love being around peo­ ple because everyone can teach you something differ- ent,” Terpening said. “And I love learning, because I want to be a person that can con­ tribute something good to anything that I’m in.” As syrup queen, Terpening said she wants to show her peers what they can learn from being involved and try­ ing out. “I want to inspire girls who are coming up to be juniors to go out for this, too,” Terpening said. “We have seen a lower number of girls coming out throughout these past few years that want to be queen or want to be on the court. So, I would love to inspire the girls in the few grades below me and even younger girls to aspire to that dream and to work for it and find what they are pas­ sionate about and be a repre­ sentative of their communi­ ty” Terpening said it can be intimidating for some stu­ dents to try out for some­ thing like the syrup queen where they have to give a speech or be in an interview if they haven’t had those experiences. She encouraged other girls to try out for new things where they can gain those experiences. “Your first time is always the hardest,” Terpening said. “But it gets a lot easier once you just try it.” Josey Terpening is on the Maple Valley varsity volleyball team and plays across Michigan and Indiana in a travel league. 2 LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOUI 117 H. MAIN STREET NASHVILLE 517-852-9207 122 W. MILL STREET HASTINGS SCREENPRINTING ft EMBROIDERY 269-948-2811 HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 10-5 ta tke 20I9 Htopte Syiup Queen mA Het CounH • • T-Shirts e • Warm-Ups e • Trophies • Stadium Seats • • Decals • • Promotional • Products • • Banners/Signs After showing horses, swine and sheep, Josey Terpening will be showing a calf for the first time at the Eaton County Fair. Maple Valley Implement Proudly supports the 79th Annual EATON • Sweatshirts • Hats • Bags • And More Friend Us on Facebook Marcum, Josey and Dillon Terpening have all been Maple Valley FFA members. FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK Proudly Supports the N735aple Viuey iMHaENT, E. S S , herman treet Inc. 79* Annual Maple Syrupfestival Nashville, MI 517*852-1910 www.maDlevalleyeq.com www.eatonfed.coiri FDKj �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, April 20,2019 — Page 7 BUDGET, continued from page 1 Superintendent Katherine Bertolini congratulates Kelsey Meyers on her second-place finish in the third grade reading poster design competition. by $130,000 by reclassifying salary for some positions into different parts of the budget. Little Lions revenue decreased $37,000 due to lower enrollment, but expen- Superintendent Katherine Bertolini presents the Staff of the Month Award to teacher Katherine Smith, who became the robotics adviser after the resignation of teacher Lance Beasley. Smith, recently known as Katherine Howard, took students to a robotics competi­ tion following her marriage over spring break. ditures decreased $43,000 due to fewer staff. But Sydloski said plan­ ning for the next fiscal year may be difficult, because the state Legislature has not determined how much to allocate in funding for Michigan schools in the next fiscal year. State funding rep­ resents a majority of Maple Valley’s budget, Sydloski said. The board must have its proposed 2019-20 budget done by June 30, but Sydloski and the board has heard the state may not have its fund­ ing amounts figured out until Sept. 30. Without definitive information, the board and administration must go with their best guess on budget for the next fiscal year. “By waiting, they’re hurt­ ing notjust Maple Valley, but schools all across the state of Michigan,” Superintendent Katherine Bertolini said. She encouraged district residents to call their state Representatives Angela Witwer and Julie Calley, and state Sen .Tom Barrett to tell them to work toward having the budget done in time for school officials to know how much they will receive when they write their own budgets. In other business, , band director and math teacher Dennis Vanderhoef will be retiring at the end of the school year after 35 years of teaching. As of Monday, the school had already received nine applications for Vanderhoef’s position. Keilyn and her mother Sarah Carpenter receive the Lion Pride Award from Superintendent Katherine Bertolini. They were nominated by husband and father Bryan Carpenter, the school's baseball coach, for helping to organize the annual spring break baseball trip. The school hired Andrew Barna as the high school Spanish teacher. The school has been without a Spanish teacher since before the beginning of the school year, and went months without any applications. The Staff of the Month Award was given to English teacher Katherine Smith. Previously Katherine Howard, Smith took over the robotics program follow­ ing the resignation of Lance Maple Syrup Festival 5:30 pjn. - 7:00 pjn. 5:45 pjn. - 6:30 pjn. 7:00 pjn. - 8:00 pjn. 4:00-10:00 pjn. Friday Night SPECIAL - Pay 1 price $18 Pancakes- American Legion/Nashville Lions Club (Legion Hall) 15:00 - 7:00 p.m Pancakes - Band Boosters @ Fire Bam i 9:00 p.m. Fireworks Near the Bible Church. If cancelled: Saturday night. 4:00 - 8:00 pjn 7:00 ajn. to 5:00 pan. 8:00 ajn. ALL DAY ALL DAY 10:00 a.m. 10:00 ajn. to 5:00 pjn. 110:00 ajn. 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 pjn. 10:00 aun. to 7:00 p.m. Starting at 11:00 ajn. 11:00- 11:30 aan. we oeinfgn 11:30 aan. 12:15 pjn. -1:15 pjn. l:15-p.m. -1:45 pjn. 1:45 pjn. - 3:00 pjn. 3:00 pjn. 4:30-pan. - 5:30 pan. 517-852-9210 800-638-7484 “Experience makes the Difference 7:30 ajn. to 1:30 pan. Dale A. Dixon & Friends Main Stage Magic Workshop, Community Center 1 Seven Ways From Sunday, Main Stage 1 Pancakes - Band Boosters Fundraiser 1 @ Fire Station ALLDAY Maple Syrup Exhibits Maple Manor ALLDAY 7:00 ajn. to 6:00 pan. Starting at 11:00 aan. 735 Durkee Street, Nashville, MI Tuesday, April 30, at Grace Church in Nashville. The school has heard from 65 parents as of Monday who plan to be at kindergarten roundup, but Bertolini said it is not indicative ofthe size of the incoming kindergarten class. Many parents who enroll their students skip kin­ dergarten roundup, while others attend but do not enroll. To register, call 517­ 852-9468. 79* Annual VERMONTVILLE Starting at 11:00 ajn. Kent Oil & Propane, Inc Beasley, and took students to a competition shortly after her marriage over spring break. The Lion Pride Award was presented to Sarah and Keilyn Carpenter. Baseball coach Bryan Carpenter nom­ inated his wife and daughter for the award for the wdrk they put into helping to orga­ nize the annual baseball trip during spring break. Kindergarten roundup will be Monday, April 29, and 6:00 pan. 5:00 pan. -11:00 pan. Pancakes- American Legion/Nashvilie Lions Club (Legion Hall) above Village Offices) Pancakes - Band Boosters Fundraiser @ Fire Station 5K Run/Walk - MV High School Maple Syrup Exhibits-Maple Manor Saw Mill & Various Displays Near Historic Museum Master of Ceremonies • JeffWeiler Vermontville Jr. Farmer’s 4-H Group Petting Zoo -near Maple Manor MV Jazz Band, Main Stage Arts & Crafts - Maplewood School Flea Market - Near Community Center Vermontville Lions Club BBQ Chicken Fundraiser in front ofAce Auto Congregational Church - Roast BeefDinners, Sandwiches & BBQ, 110 S. Main St. ~ Chicken Dinner Fundraiser, The Chasing Purple 4-H Club, Community Center Children’s Parade - Theme: Maple Syrup; Nature's Greatest Show On Earth, Presentation of Queen & Court, Crowning of Queen & 2018 Grand Marshal-Downtown MV High School Choir-Main Stage Director: Ryan Rosin Ezy Street Band -Main Stage Glen Erin Pipe Band - Main Stage Ezy Street Band -Main Stage Grand Parade - Downtown Grand Marshals: Jason & Cheryl Sheridan The Amazing Magic of Joe Bennett Main Stage Little Miss Maple Syrup Pageant Opera House Mid-America Shows SPECIAL $18 One Price - Downtown Mid America Shows - Downtown Saw Mill & Various Displays Near Historic Museum Attend A Church ofYour Choice, I 10:00 ajn. Congregational Church 1 IOS.Main Vermontville Bible Church, 250 N. 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Elder Philip Holler was one of the people who helped shape Nashville in its forma­ tive years. He and his wife, Matilda, came to the village 1869, bought the old grist mill and in 1881 built a new one on the east side of the Thornapple. But his best remem­ bered role was as a religious leader. An ordained Advent Christian minister, Holler founded an early church here, for which he was pastor until shortly before his death. He also established seven others throughout the state. This column by the late Susan Hinckley was printed in the March 21,1989, Maple Valley News. She wrote: On Sunday, March 26, Nashville will mark its 120^ anniver­ sary as an official entity. It was on that date in 1869 that Henry P. Baldwin, governor ofMichigan, signed an act of incorporation establishing "... a village corporate, to be known by the name of the village ofNashville.” Many stories of the community’s early years have been told in this column over the past decade. Today we focus on some ofthe individuals who helped shape Nashville in thoseformative years. Garadus Nash - Although he was only a temporary res­ three, plus Gregg and his two ident of the fledgling settle­ boarders, decided to take a ment on the banks of the walk near the river. During Thomapple River, it was for this outing, the question of a Garadus Nash that the town proper and fitting name for was officially names. the new community arose. He was the chief civil . “The first name suggested engineer on the extension of was that of Johnstown,” the Grand River Valley Purkey recalled in a 1926 Railroad line from Jackson account published in The through this area in the mid- Nashville News, and the 1860s. At the time, he and second was Greggville.” fellow engineer Ben Jackson Purkey distinctly remem­ boarded at the home of bered Garadus Nash exclaim­ Robert Gregg on North Main ing, “Why not call it Street. Nashville?” and the response One Sunday three visitors of Robert Gregg: “By jiminy were present at the home. pelts, that’s what it shall be.” They were early local stone­ And so it was. mason Thomas Purkey (a When the rail line was brother-in-law to Gregg), completed (regular service to blacksmith John Webster and Nashville was established in 1869), Nash moved on, but mill owner Eli Mellett. These VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE COUNTY OF EATON Notice of Adoption PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on April 11, 2019, the Village of Vermontville adopted an ordinance, Ordinance No. 19-03, to prohibit recreational marihuana establishments in the Village. The principal provisions of the proposed amending ordinance can be summarized as follows: 1. Prohibition on Recreational Marihuana Establishments. The ordinance prohibits, in the Village, any and all types ofa “marihuana establishment,” as that term is defined and used in Michigan Initiated Law 1 of2018, commonly known as the Michigan Regulation and Taxation ofMarihuana Act. 2. Prohibition on Commercial Medical Marihuana Facilities. The ordinance expressly prohibits, in the Village, any and all types of a “marihuana facility,” as that term is defined and used in the Medical Marihuana Facilities Licensing Act. 3. Rights Under MMMA Preserved. The ordinance does not limit any privileges, rights, immunities or defenses ofa person as provided in the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act. A copy of the Ordinance 19-03 may be inspected or purchased at the Village office, 194 S. Main Street, Vermontville, Michigan, during Village office hours. Dated: April 19,2019 VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE Built u inn 1863 by y Nashville as ve patriarch pa rarc George eorge Gregg regg as a home ome for or his s son, Robert, o er , this house at what is now 344 N. Main St. played a key role in the naming of the village. It was here that Garadus Nash, civil engineer for the Grand River Valley Railroad, boarded while the rail line was being extended. It was from the residence that Nash and a handful of men departed for a Sunday stroll to the river. When they returned, a historic decision had been made. his name still lives on in a ty as early as 1846. However, little community that spring it did not sell. In fact, a fed­ up around a river, but contin­ eral government land office ued to thrive because of a rail inspector toured the site and line he helped engineer. labeled it “a land of swamps, Some accounts say Nash had sinkholes, Indians and wild promised to plat the new vil­ beasts, totally unfit for man lage in exchange for the or beast.” honor, but there is no conclu­ George Gregg moved in at sive evidence to support this. just the right psychological Nashville’s first plat map moment, said his great-grand­ was drawn up in 1865 by daughter, Ethel Parrish Robert Gregg. Stansell, in a March 1955 piece in The Nashville News. George Gregg and son “He not only came and Robert Gregg George saw, but seeing, he could Gregg might truly be called envision the possibilities of the “father ofNashville,” for the site,” she said. “He had he was the driving force visions of assembling his behind land development in entire baker’s dozen of chil­ the community. An engineer dren on the banks of the and former government sur­ Thomapple.” veyor, Gregg was somewhat With son Robert, George of a patriarch, the head of a Gregg began to buy, sell and family of 13 children. trade properties until the In 1854, he had settled in family owned all the land Section 13 of Castleton from the Thomapple River Township. In the 1850s, all south to approximately the land within the present Quaker Brook, from Main corporate limits of Nashville Street.east to Queen Street. and much beyond was owned By the time the Civil War by a group of speculators started in 1861, the Greggs who had acquired the proper­ owned the bulk of the vil­ lage, with the exception of a few isolated parcels. In 1863, George Gregg built a home for Robert at what is now 344 N. Main St. This became known as the Gregg homestead and still stands, as do several of the homes the Gregg family built along State Street over the next several years. The entire block upon which the Gregg home stood was called the Gregg Reserve and was so platted. (In modem day terms this parcel was bounded on the west by Main Street, on the north Reed, on the east by State Street, and on the south by the alley that lies adjacent to the fire station.) Through their extensive land and housing develop­ ment in the community, the Greggs contributed greatly to the birth and growth of Nashville, Perhaps Greggville would have been a more appropriate name. Continued next page �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 20,2019 — Page 9 From previous page without a doubt Nashville’s Leonard E. Stauffer - This man was the first merchant in the tiny community that became Nashville. The earliest settlement was along the north side of the Thomapple, on what today is the south edge of Putnam Park. Among the first white settlers here were Henry Feighner and his family. When they arrived, there was but one log cabin, occupied by their only white neighbors, the Charles Hanchetts. John Bull, an Indian, and his wife lived in a nearby shanty. Stauffer was related to the Feighner clan, and he is cred­ ited with building the first frame structure south of the river. He erected a home on the northeast comer of the Main and Reed streets inter­ section. Until then all activity, including the mill owned by the Hanchetts and Henry Feighner’s blacksmith shop, had been on the north side of the river. The area south of the Thomapple River was dubbed “Forrest City” by the settlers, for obvious reasons. In 1864, Stauffer opened a general store in his home, and by 1870 he was publish­ ing the Nashville Business Register, the community’s first regular newspaper. Stauffer was an uncle to Leonard W. Feighner, who some years later would become a longtime publisher of The Nashville News, a paper founded just three years after the Register and a continuously published forerunner of the Maple Valley News. Jacob Lentz — Lentz was first industrialist, and his contribution to the growth of the community was to pro­ vide employment for a good many local residents over many years. His company was founded in 1867, the year Lentz, a French-bora cabinetmaker, came to Nashville form New York State, with his wife and three sons. What began as a family operation in small Today, a piece of Lentz furniture is highly prized. Elder Philip “Peter” Holler — He came to Nashville from Buchanan in 1869, bought the old grist mill across the river and in 1881 built a new facility (now remembered as the old Riverside mill) on the east side ofthe Thomapple. However, one ofhis major roles in the new community was as a minister. quarters where Dr. Myers’ In 1846 Holler was a office now stands on North South Bend, Ind., business­ Main Street, eventually man when he first heard the became a full-scale furniture “Kingdom message,” and, as manufactory. he later recalled, heard the After its humble begin­ call of God bidding him ning, the operation was preach the Word. He and his moved in 1877 to an old wife, Matilda, moved from bam, renovated and later South Bend to Buchanan enlarged, that sate behind the where in 1861 he was site of the Buxton Block ordained as a minister in the (which now houses Nashville Advent Christian Church. Hardware). In 1891, these During his lifetime, Elder Lentz quarters burned to the Holler organized seven ground, and a few months churches of that denomina­ later the family built a large tion throughout Michigan, new plant on the east side of addition to the one he found­ town, where the Maple ed in Nashville in 1877. He Valley Arms apartments now continued to be pastor for the stand on Lentz Street. local congregation until just At its peak, the Lentz fac­ a few weeks before his death tory employed some 100 in April 1906. workers, specializing in the “He had probably attended manufacture of fine furniture more funerals and solemnize and antique reproductions. more marriages than any As Jacob Lentz aged, his other minster in Barry sons Charles, Albert and County,” noted The Nashville Lewis took over operation of News at the time of his pass­ the company, and later the ing. third generation ofthe family Holler was described as a did as well, Albert’s sons man of irreproachable char­ Frank and Carl, became acter, a model husband and involved. When Lewis’ father. His many acts ofkind­ grandson, L. Lentz Chaffee, ness to youngsters of the took charge in 1943, the community and to others company saw the fourth gen- earned him a special spot in eration of family involve- the hearts of the early ment. Nashville residents. The plant was sold in the 1960s and was tom down in To be continued next 1977. During the 14 months it was in existence, more than 35,000 Union prisoners were interned at the Confederate prison in Andersonville, Ga. Approximately 13,000 soldiers died during their stay. Andersonville Prison topic of Civil War history presentation The Lansing/Sunfield, Camp 17, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War will host a free Civil War history presentation on Andersonville Prison Tuesday, April 30, at 7 pin. The program will be at the Sunfield United Brethren Church, 8436 Grand Ledge Highway, (M-43) Sunfield. The church is west of the intersection of Sunfield Highway and M-43 on the north side of the road. The presenter will be Brace Butgereit. Andersonville is consid­ ered one of the most notori­ ous Confederate prison camps of the American Civil War. At the May 30, 1904, dedication of the newly erected Andersonville prison Michigan Monument, Gen, James H. Kidd, 6th Michigan Cavalry, declared, “It is a far cry from Michigan to Georgia, but Michigan will not forget or cease to honor the men that filled the ranks of her volunteers ...” One hundred years later, at the rededication of the newly restored Michigan Monument May 30, 2004, a contingent of residents of Michigan proved Gen. Kidd’s words were true. The presentation will begin with a video documen­ tary of the prison by Kevin Fry, a long-time historian of Andersonville prison. The presentation by Butgereit will follow, highlighting the rededication ceremony of the Michigan monument in 2004. Butgereit is a past com­ mander of the Michigan Commandery of the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States and past commander of the Department of Michigan, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War. He has coordi­ nated the restoration of 14 Civil War memorials, includ­ ing the Michigan Monument at Andersonville. He current­ ly serves as executive direc­ tor of History Remembered, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting his­ toric preservation and resto­ ration through educational programs. The presentation is free. More information is avail­ able on the Curtenius Guard, Camp 17, Sons of Union of the Civil War website http:// suvcw.org/017/017home. htm, on the Announcement link. Olivet girls sweep league Lion teams score a couple victories doubleheader at Maple Valley Olivet took both ends of its Heinze each walked once, Meyers who reached on an Greater Lansing Activities the only two Lion batters to error in the bottom of the Conference doubleheader reach base in game one. second inning. Karlee Dahms Peyton Lehman knocked a also singled for the Lions in The Maple Valley varsity Maple Valley sophomore Lewis won the 200-meter against the host Maple Valley track and field teams were Ashlyn Wilkes won the high dash in 28.08 and the long varsity softball team Tuesday. grand slam for the Eagles off the three-inning bailgame. The Eagles took game one of Lion starter Kaycie The final game of the bested by visiting Perry in jump, clearing the bar at 4-8, jump with a mark of 15-11. the opening Greater Lansing and placed second in the Freshman Grace O’Neill 17- 0 and then game two Schrader. It was one of five three-game Greater Lansing Eagle hits. Schrader struck Activities Conference series Activities Conference dual of 400-meter ran with a time of won the distance events, tak­ 18- 1. Lion head coach Mary out three in the loss. was rained out this week. ing the 1600-meter ran in the season Tuesday. 1:09.47. Lion freshman pitcher That game will be made up The Rambler boys scored Lion senior Britani Shilton 6:13.51 and the 3200 in Lesage said errors and a lack of hitting hurt on the after­ Lexy Booher started game Wednesday in Olivet. The 13:35.92. a 111-21 win over the Lions, was the runner-up in both Ryan O’Neill, a junior, noon, and the pitching was a two in the circle, allowing six Lions play their league dou­ while the Perry ladies scored hurdles races. She set a new hits. bleheader at Stockbridge personal record in the 100- won the distance events in bit off as well. a 107-25 win. The Lion starters walked Addison Ramey drove in first, Tuesday afternoon, and Garrett Backe took the meter hurdles with a time of the boys’ meet. He took the the only ran for the Lions in then will host Stockbridge 1600 in 4:43.00 and the 3200 11 Eagles in each bailgame. 17.37 and finished the 300Lion boys’ lone win on the Rebecca Fairfield and Eli game two, scoring Kelsey for a bailgame Thursday. in 11:00.45. He was one of track, racing to a win in the meter low hurdles in 54.87. Perry senior Elizabeth three Perry boys to win two 800-meter ran with a person­ al record time of 2 minutes Gramza won the two hurdles individual events. Tanner Orweller, a senior, 28.36 seconds. In the field, races in the girls’ meet, tak­ the Lion team had Tristin ing the 100 hurdles in 17.17 won the two hurdles races for Clark win the long jump with seconds and the 300 hurdles the Rambler boys. He won a leap of 18 feet 5.25 inches. in 51.14. She also won the the 110-meter high hurdles in The Maple Valley boys’ pole vault by clearing the bar 16.91 and the 300-meter intermediate hurdles in team had runner-up finishes at 8-0. Junior Katie Kiger took 44.00. Junior Brody King in the three sprints. Clark was second in the 100-meter the two throws for the won the throws for the Perry dash in 12.24 seconds. Ramblers, with a mark of boys, taking the shot put at Freshman Westin Fisher 28-2 in the shot put and 35-.5 and the discus at 109-1, 108-8 in the discus. a new personal record. placed second in the 200After several months of discussion and attempts to stem the losses meter dash with a time of Sophomore teammate Hailey being incurred to the township of Sunfield from the operation of the 28.93. Lion junior Grant recycling center, the township Board has made the difficult decision Mohler was the runner-up in CDDPERT/RES the 400-meter run with a to close the center entirely. Brakes • Tune-Ups time of 1:01.28. As of close of business on Saturday, April 27, 2019 the The Lion ladies did all Mufflers • Batteries right in the sprints as well. 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Thursday, April 25 Roast pork, mashed potatoes & gravy, broccoli, dinner roll, ambrosia. Friday, April 26 Lasagna, tossed salad, garlic toast, fruit. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, April 22 Egg salad, sandwich thin, black bean salad, grapes. Tiiesday, April 23 Breakfast bread, strawberry Greek yogurt, blueberries, vegetable juice. Wednesday, April 24 Asian chicken salad (nuts), Asian pasta salad, fruited jello, muffin. Thursday, April 25 Turkey ham & Swiss cheese, sandwich thin, fresh vegetables, dried plums. Friday, April 26 Taco salad, Mexican bean & rice salad, salsa, pineapple, Animal Crackers. Home Delivered Hearty Menn Monday, April 22 Meatloaf, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, dinner roll, orange. Tuesday, April 23 BBQ chicken thigh, broccoli, mixed vegetables, dinner roll, applesauce. Wednesday, April 24 Chicken tenders, roasted red potatoes, com, banana. Thursday, April 25 Roast pork w/gravy, sweet potatoes, broccoli, dinner roll, pineapple. Friday, April 26 Baked spaghetti, diced carrots, Brussels sprouts, apple. Activities Calendar Monday, April 22 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 a.m.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 am.; Painting Group 1 p.m.; Move for Better Bal. PD 4:30 pm. Delton: Walking 11 am.-l p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Woodland; Card Games 11 am. H.WJV Reminiscence. Tuesday, April 23 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 24 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 am.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 am.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 am.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 pm. Move for Better Bal PD 4:30 pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Woodland: Card Games. Delton: Walking 11 am.-l p.m.; April Birthdays & Reminiscence. Thursday, April 25 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Brain Works 1 pm.; Sr. Zumba 4:30 p.m.; Zumba II 5:30 pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am.; TV Time. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 am.-l pm. Friday, April 26 Hastings: NO EXERCISE TODAY. 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Apple Strudel Pancakes Reprinted with permission from the American Institute for Cancer Research Servings: 8 Photo courtesy of Getty Images Go BIG on Brunch FAMILY FEATURES uilding out a full menu to please your brunch guests with simple, tasty recipes can help create a fun, flavorful atmosphere when it’s tim morning bite. By making a variety ofdishes to accommodate an array ofpersonal tastes, you can give friends and family the flavors they desire. With choices like Apple Strudel Pancakes and Mini Hash Brown Casseroles, you can fulfill a multitude of food groups from Apple 1 1/4 1 2 1/2 1/3 1 Batter: 1 cup buckwheat flour 1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 2 cups 1 percent buttermilk 1/4 cup safflower oil 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract nonstick cooking spray grains and fruits to dairy and meat. Allow the adults at your gathering to top offthe meal with a spicy take on this Watermelon Bloody Mary, featuring simple preparation and a handful ofgarnish options. Find more brunch recipes at Culinary.net. A Small Brunch Bite A full brunch menu calls for small bites on the side to complement the multitude offlavors brought on by a variety of brunch dishes. For a clever option that’s quick to make, these Mini Hash Brown Casseroles provide a morsel bursting with flavor to pair withjust about any morning meal. Made with refrigerated Simply Potatoes Shredded Hash Browns, which are pre-shredded for a faster fridge to fork kitchen experience, you can make a batch ofthe tasty cups in less than an hour. Find more brunch solutions and recipes at simplypotatoes.com. Strudel Mixture: cup water cup raisins tablespoon butter tablespoons brown sugar teaspoon ground cinnamon cup thoroughly chopped walnuts large apple, peeled, cored and chopped maple syrup To make apple strudel mixture: Boil water; add raisins. Remove from heat and let steep until raisins are plump and reconstituted, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside. In shallow pan over medium heat, add butter? Once butter melts and is bubbling, stir in brown sugar and cinnamon. Cook about 3 minutes until sugar starts to dissolve. Add walnuts, apples and raisins. Cook apples until just tender when pierced with fork, about 4 minutes. Set aside to cool completely. To make batter: In large bowl, mix flours, sugar, cinnamon, baking soda and salt. In separate bowl, beat eggs lightly and mix with buttermilk, oil and vanilla extract. Pour wet ingredients into dry, mixing as little as possible. Add apple strudel mixture and fold all ingredients together. Set aside. Heat nonstick pan or griddle over medium heat. Grease pan lightly with nonstick cooking spray. Once pan is hot, ladle about 1/4 cup batter per pancake taking care not to overcrowd pan. After 2-3 minutes, flip pancakes once. Serve pancakes warm with syrup. Mini Hash Brown Casseroles Prep time: 10 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Servings: 24 1 package refrigerated Simply Potatoes Shredded Hash Browns 1 pound Bob Evans Farms Original Sausage Roll 4 large eggs 1/2 cup milk 3 tablespoons butter, melted 1 cup ham, cubed 1 cup red pepper, diced 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Heat oven to 350 F. Remove hash browns from refrigerator and let rest. In skillet, cook sausage according to package directions. Lightly grease two 12-cup muffin tins. In bowl, whisk eggs and milk. Add hash browns, butter, ham, red pepper, black pepper and cheese; mix. Fill muffin tins 2/3 full. Bake 27-30 minutes. Serve warm. Sipping on Sweet and Spicy Take your brunch the extra mile with a twist on the traditional mid-morning beverage. By adding jalapeno and horseradish to this Watermelon Bloody Mary, you’ll have a spicy, tasty version of a traditional brunch drink ready for your guests. With watermelon balancing out the jalapeno, it’s an ideal balance of spicy and sweet with just the right amount ofkick. Find more brunch recipes at watermelon.org. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 17, April 27, 2019 A local paper oftoday! Nashville bridge construction project starts next month Taylor Owens Staff Writer Construction on the M-66 bridge over Quaker Brook in Nashville will close the road from May 28 to July 27. and the work is expected to be loud. Project engineer Dan Roberts from the Michigan Department ofTransportation updated the Nashville Village Council on the project during its meeting Thursday. The $1.93 million project was awarded to Davis Construction, who will com­ pletely replace the bridge. It was listed for replace­ ment when it was inspected by MDOT in 2014, and the project will be paid for by MDOT. The old bridge will be demolished, and 94 pylons will need to be driven in with diesel hammers from sunup to sundown for the new bridge, which will cause the noise. After the bridge is reopened, paving will contin­ ue until Aug. 2, which hap­ pens to be the opening day of the Nashville S e s quicentennial Celebration. Roberts said he is aware of the event, and the schedule will be followed as much as possible. All work is scheduled to be completed by Nov. 15. The local detour will be: For drivers from the north, east down Sherman Street, Nashville Village Council President Mike Kenyon presents retired clerk Cathy Lentz with a plaque commemorating her 25 years with the village. Maple Syrup Festival under way today The Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival is happening, and the parade will be at 3 p.m. Saturday. A full schedule is available at vermontvillemaplesyrupfestival.org. (Photo by Taylor Owens) Senior trip better than a book Maple Valley students got back from an extended trip to Washington, D.C., for the annual senior trip last week. Students rode the subway, saw a play at the Kennedy Center; visited multiple museums, and toured Arlington National Cemetery and the National Mall. , ■ “4tte much m.ore interesting that reading-it m a book," .senior-Nick Martin said. • . south on East Street and west on Francis Street. Nonlocal traffic driving the same direction will need to turn west on M-43, drive south through Hastings, before turning onto M-37, then M-79 to return to M-66 in Nashville. Roberts said he has been coordinating with Nashville Police Chief Chris Koster to ensure the local detour is patrolled to keep semi-trucks from using it and damaging the roads. Trustee Johnny Hartwell asked about safety issues, since the new bridge will be shifted six feet to the west due to right-of-way issues. He noted it is already diffi­ cult for people turning at the bridge to see down the road, and said an extra six feet will worsen the issue. Roberts said the bridge plans have already been assessed for safety, and there is leeway in the project if something becomes an issue. "It's an issue right now," Hartwell said. Trustee Henry Felder said semi-trucks drive through town on M-66 at a high rate of speed, and he is worried one might miss the sign and drive into the river. The village council also voted to approve the pur­ chase of a 2019 Ford Utility Police Interceptor to replace the 2013 Ford Taurus cur­ rently in use in the police fleet. The village was award­ ed a $21,000 grant for pur­ chase of the vehicle by the United States Department of Agriculture. The remaining $21259 will be paid off by the village over three years with a loan, which will cost $700 in interest. Koster explained the need for a new vehicle during a public hearing at the beginning ofthe meeting. The pre- •pus vehicle has had a num- “It has been my pleasure to serve the Village of Nashville as their clerk for over 25 years... I wish all the best for the new clerk, treasurer and the community of Nashville as they move forward to a great future together." Cathy Lentz, retired Nashville village clerk her of mechanical issues and has more than 80.000 miles. Koster said the mileage is much more significant than an average vehicle, and said a police cruiser likely incurs 100 times more wear and tear than a civilian vehicle. The council approved the purchase and accepted the grant in a 5-1 vote. Trustee Steve Priddy was absent, and trustee Gary White voted against the motion. White said he is not against the pur­ chase of the vehicle, but the loan required to pay for it. “I’m not a big fan ofdebt,” White said. "Seven hundred dollars is better to be paying something in here, instead of paying interest... We need to plan better to pay for things.” “I think I planned pretty noted the village has spent $800 on attorney fees over the past year to answer White's questions, and said that is one area the village might be able to save money. In other business, the council voted to accept bids on hay farming for the 45 acres of land near the village sewer ponds. Before the meeting adjourned, council president Mike Kenyon recognized former village clerk Cathy Lentz, who retired after 25 years earlier this year. “When I first joined coun­ cil as a trustee, Cathy steered me in the right direction,” Kenyon said as he presented Lentz with a plaque noting her years of service. "It has been my pleasure to serve the Village of Nashville as their clerk for over 25 years,” Lentz wrote in a statement to the Maple Valley News. “My co-work­ ers have all been wonderful people, and with only a cou­ ple of exceptions, the village trustees have all been great to work for. I wish all the best for the new clerk, treasurer and the community of Nashville as they move for­ ward to a great future togeth­ er.” In This Issue Volunteers cook meal for carnival workers Robotics has small team, big projects Lions shoot up to third at Perry’s GLAC golf jamboree Hurdles don’t slow Lions’ Shilton much at Saranac �Page 2 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. April 27.2019 Vermontville library hosts visiting author Lu/z Villanuev MULLIKEN, Ml - Luiz Villanueva was bom in Mul­ liken, on January 16, 1941. He went home to be with our Lord on April 16,2019. Welcoming him home were his parents, Jose and Catalina Villanueva; brother, Carlos “Charlie” Villanueva; sister, Esther Madison; great-grand­ son, Azariah Stec, along with nieces and nephews. Luiz graduated from Sun­ field High School class of 1961. Luiz served his country in the U.S. Army, stationed in Kaiserslautern, Germany during the Vietnam War. Luiz shared many memories from Motor Wheel Foundry where he worked until they closed pant in Lansing. Luiz then started his career with Wa­ verly School District where he was affectionately known as “Mr. Luiz” by staff and students, before retiring in 2006. Leaving behind to carry on his memory are five children, Cindy Jo, Paula and Jose Vil­ lanueva, Morgan and Marina White-Villanueva; 14 grand­ children; several great-grand­ children; his wife Sue White, and first wife Patty Villanueva-Dimond who remained a great support and wonderful friend; brothers and sisters, Jaime (Elena) Gonzales, Enriqueta (Jose) Martinez, Alejando (Sue) Villanueva, Roberto Villanueva, Maria Ainsworth, Artemio (Anita) Villanueva; and many loving nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Luiz’s life will be Sunday, May 19 at the American Legion Post 42, 1000 Lawrence Hwy., Charlotte, MI 48813. Condo­ lences can be made at www. palmerbush.com. Charles W. Lewis Jr NASHVILLE, Ml Charles W. Lewis Jr., age 82, of Nashville, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2019 at Thomapple Manor in Hast­ ings. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to The Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. For further details please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net “Invite us in. We’ll bring RESULTS!” Sally Magoon, Associate Broker 269-986-5737 smagoonrealestate@gmail.com Weichert 111 N. Bostwick Avenue Charlotte, Ml 48813 Vermontville Township Library will host the author of a different kind of book at 3 p.m. May 5 in the Vermontville Community Center. Michael Gustafson, owner of Literati Bookstore in Ann Arbor will talk about his book, “Notes from a Public Typewriter.” After opening the book­ store with his wife Hillary, Gustafson placed a typewrit­ er in the store for people to write their own notes. Recently Gustafson and co-editor Oliver Uberti, com­ piled those notes into a book. Gustafson’s visit will include time for questions and book signing. The event is part of the Library of Michigan’s 2019 “Michigan Notable Authors Tour.” Twenty authors whose engaging works were chosen as 2019 Michigan Notable Books selections will visit 50 libraries throughout the state. The Vermontville Community Center is at the Main streets intersection. More information is avail­ able by calling 517-726-1362 or online at vmtlib.michlibraiy.org. “This year’s Michigan Notable Books delve into wonderfully diverse topics and offer something of interest for just about everyone,” State Librarian Randy Riley said. “The tour offers the opportunity for book enthusi­ asts in many comers of the state to join in the conversa­ tion about what constitutes ‘great writing’ and to hear from some ofthe Great Lakes region’s most beloved authors.” After the closure of the iconic independent bookstore Shaman Drum and the bank- From the Pulpit Reservation only Bookstore owner and author Michael Gustafson will be at the Vermontville Community Center at 3 p.m. May 5. (Photo provid­ ed) ruptcy of Ann Arbor’s own Borders, the Gustafsons took a leap and opened Literati Bookstore in downtown Ann Arbor in 2013. Mike Gustafson, originally from Lowell, Michigan, worked as a video producer and freelance writer. Hilary worked as a sales representa­ tive for Simon & Schuster in New York before returning home to Ann Arbor. The cou­ ple now lives in Ann Arbor with their newborn daughter, Greta. Michigan Notable Books is designed to promote read­ ing and raise awareness of Michigan’s Literary heritage. The program annually selects 20 of the most outstanding books published in that year — titles that are reflective of Michigan’s diverse ethnic, historical, literary.and,cultural experience. More information is avail­ able at michigan.gov/notablebooks. Pastor Joe Benedict Vermontville Bible Church As we were traveling to Des Moines, Iowa, on our way back from LaGrange, Wyo„ we needed a place to stay for the night. I worked at finalizing our reservations. I was scouting out a dwelling of rest, and comfort, a hotel that was clean and appropriate for our family. Immediately after receiving confirmation, I noticed my reservation did not seem right. The right hotel was reserved for the wrong night. There were several reasons why I marie the mistake. I had waited too long and was in a hurry. I had assumed it would automatically be the right date. Ultimately, I did not consider the consequences. Every day we have the opportunity to make a reservation for eternity. Life is short and, “It is appointed for man to die once, and then the judgment comes (Hebrews 9:27).” There will come a time in our lives when we breathe our last. Will we make the right reservation? Or will we be faced with the consequences of our procrastination. There is only one way to God in Heaven, and that is through His Son, Jesus Christ. What kind of arrangements are you making, and ifyou are putting it off, what possible complications could you end up facing? I thought we would be all right to reserve a place for that night, but I had waited too long. That hotel was completely booked. It is our personal responsibility to make sure that our name is written in the Lamb’s book of life (Revelations 20:11-15). The accommodations are perfect, and God, the best host we could ever dream of, is there. Be sure to use the right payment. Jesus Christ died for our sins and rose from the dead. It is only through believing, relying, and trusting in Him that we can have sufficient funds to enter into His rest. 1 Peter 1:4 says, “To obtain an inheritance which is imperishable and undefiled and will not fade away, reserved in Heaven for you, who are protected by the power of God, through faith, for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.” Not choosing to have a reservation in Heaven automatically reserves us a place in the Lake of Fire. We will spend eternity somewhere. Trust in Christ alone, and enter into His rest. MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events www.weichertemerald.com Emerald Properties Office: (517) 543-7363 2019 April 29 April 30 THOROAPPLE i » v i ti s May 1 hlhefr May 1 May 2 May 5 May 7 envv HAIR • NAILS • PRODUCT 207 N. Main St. • 517.852.0313 Mwfcmdlyrfaiqr'CaieRarter BookbyGuyJWto<i,RG.WodehMMc, HowwdUnduy and Road Gvu«(Rn(Md1M2*mfoft) May2-4,7:00pm Open to the Public May5,2i00pm Tickets: Adults $10 Dress Rehearsal May 1,7:00pm Sentot/Student $8 Tickets: AU Seats $7 MAPLE. VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL 74 May 11 May 13 May 13 May 14 May 16 May 20 May 27 May 30 May 30 Administrative Leaders Fair Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center Horse Declaration Pre-registration forms due in the Extension Office Poultry Fair Preregistration due in the Extension Office Dog Fair Pre-registration due to Barb Haywood Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Dairy Pre-registrations due in the Extension Office Poultry Fair Pre-registrations due in the Extension Office 1st Mandatory Goat Meeting for parents, 10 a.m., Expo Center Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Bany County Dog Club Meeting, 6:30 p.m., check with leader for location Extension Office closed for Memorial Day Goat Showmanship Clinic, 7 p.m., Expo Center Cat Fair Pre-registrations due in the Extension Office R®unfoiT* Saturday, July 20, 2019 Nashville, MI rt— A11*” . BARR? Contact: Janet 517-543-7665 Kathy 517.852.0987 Kent 734.427.1657 Mike 269.838.0438 Leigh 269.830.2507 Ifyou attended our class in high school, you are invited > 45 45 4F 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 269-945-9554 for more information. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, April 27, 2019 — Page 3 Local students recognized at Olivet College Honors Convocation siss* ss* s Si Mystery author Allen Eskens talks with a L L Students, faculty and staff were honored at Olivet College’s Honors Convocation April 17. Awards were presented in various categories including business administration, health and human perfor­ mance, athletics, humanities, math and computer science, natural and physical scienc­ es, music, social science, visual arts and community responsibility. The Office of Alumni fan at an event Relations, the Office of Academic Affairs and the Office of the President also presented awards. Among students receiving murder of the man who may have been his father in a awards were the following local residents: small town in Minnesota. Alexis Hart of Bellevue: Eskens has received numerous awards, including the Minnesota Book Award, Rosebud Award, Silver Falchion Award and was rec­ ognized as a finalist for the Edgar Award. Outstanding Senior in Science Award. Marah Heikkila of Bellevue: Laura BerghorstVerplank Scholarship (humanities), Leo T. Hendrick Prize in Creative Writing, Women’s Board Scholarship recipient. Corey Hricovsky of Nashville: James R. Donohue Award in Arts and Communication. Hailey Jungel ofNashville: Debra Tighe Memorial Award (health and human performance). Melanie Keusch of Charlotte: Charles M. Trubac Insurance Senior Award, President’s Leadership Institute fellow, Athena International Women’s Local residents have earned degrees from Western Governors University in Salt Lake City. Among the newest gradu­ ates are: Hastings - Margaret Griffith, bachelor of science in business management; Tanya Morse, bachelor of Group 1 p.m.; Move for science in nursing; Julie Better Bal. PD 4:30 p.m. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tiesday, April 30 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a..m. In the past week the Eaton Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. County Deputies have Wednesday, May 1 -- responded to 38 alarms, 11 Hastings: NO Card Program breaking and entering, 43 cit9-11 a.m.; Sr. Group izen assists, 19 well being Exercise 9:15 ajn.; Move forr checks, 21 domestic disputes, Better Bal. 10:30 10:30 a.m.; ; 48 shoplifting complaints, 17 Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. ;; larcenies, 15 civil com­ CCC 2:30-4:30 p.m.; Move plaints, eight operating while for Better Bal PD 4:30 p.m.. impaired, five personal injuNashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. ry crashes, 25 property dam­ Woodland: Card Games. age crashes, 42 suspicious Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l situations, 21 traffic hazards, p.m. 229 traffic stops, 11 vacation Thursday, May 2 - checks and 39 traffic viola­ Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 tions. Overall deputies deputies tions. Overall a.m.; Brain Works 1 p.m.; Sr. responded to 940 calls for Zumba 4:30 p.m.; Zumba II service and events. 5:30 p.m. Nashville: For many of our area Dominoes 11 a.m.;TVTime. schools, prom is just a few Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; short weeks away. Shopping Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. for the perfect dress, arrang­ Friday, May 3 - Hastings: ing all the details, and the Bingo 9:30 a.m.; Iron Rails anticipation of the night are 10:30 a.m. Woodland: Card exciting for your teen. As Games 11 a.m. Nashville:: parents, ensuring their safety Dominoes 11 a.m. is foremost in your minds. Smalley, master of science in nursing - leadership and management; Kailey VanEngen, bachelor of science in nursing. Nashville - Amy Abbott, bachelor of science in nursing; Kari Hummell, bachelor of science in nursing; Aaron Staines, bachelor of science in information technology. Mystery authorto visit Barry County May 9 J55 *Oi "‘H^ l [»w5^M| Taylor Owens Staff Writer The One County, One Book initiative will come to a close with a visit from mys­ tery author Allen Eskens at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 9, in the Barry Community Enrichment Center Leason Sharpe Hall. Eskens will discuss his murder mystery novel “The Shadows We Hide,” which was the focus of book clubs across the county, and is available at all local libraries. Eskens will talk about his inspirations for the book, which is a sequel to his debut novel, “The Life We Bury,” and follows protagonist Joe Talbert, as he uncovers the 3W •"^'Mini * 1 BXTTDqi । !■ ran rtBHtilhHI® Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, April 29 Roast beef, mashed potatoes & gravy, broccoli, dinner roll, apple. Tuesday, April 30 Grilled chicken sandwich, broccoli raisin salad, potato wedges, orange. Wednesday, May 1 Goulash, peas, com, banana. Thursday, May 2 Fiesta lime chicken, brown cilantro rice, tossed salad, green beans, fruit crisp. Friday, May 3 Burrito bake, tossed salad, refried beans, fruit. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, April 29 Sliced turkey & Monterey Jack cheese, sandwich thin, potato salad, Mandarin oranges. Tuesday, April 30 Cheese cubes, club crackers, garbanzo bean salad, strawberries. Wednesday, May 1 Chicken Caesar salad, Italian pasta salad, pineapple, oatmeal cranberry cookie. Thursday, May 2 Cinnamon bagel, cream cheese, vanilla Greek yogurt, blueberries, vegetable juice. Friday, May 3 Chef salad, macaroni salad, fruited jello, vanilla wafers. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, April 29 Roast beef, mashed potatoes & gravy, broccoli, dinner roll, apple. Tuesday, April 30 Tilapia, brown & wild rice, red potatoes, green beans, Mandarin oranges. Wednesday, May 1 Goulash, peas, com, banana. Thursday, May 2 Fiesta lime chicken, brown cilantro rice, cauliflower, diced carrots, applesauce. Friday, May 3 Beef & cheese burrito, Fiesta com, broccoli, orange. Activities Calendar Monday, April 29 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 a.m.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 a.m.; Painting Area students earn degrees from WGU Here are things you can do to keep kids safe. J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com • Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & ceo ____________________Hank Schuuring » Local students named to NMU honor lists Area students qualified for the dean’s list at Northern Michigan University in Marquette for the fall 2018 semester. To be named to the dean’s list, students must earn a grade point average between 3.50 and 3.99. Area students on the list include: Charlotte - Angelica J. Ornelas, McKenna F. Quinn, Julia M. Tomlinson, Malynda M. Whipple. Vermontville - Sabrina C. Nelson. NEWS FROM THE EATON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Maple Valley News Published by... Leadership Program gradu­ ate. Abigale Smith of Sunfield: Management Student of the Year, Ivis Larson Carlson Music Scholarship, David C. Pywell ’69 Memorial Alumni Board Scholarship, Women’s Board Scholarship Recipient. John Wilterding Wilterdin of Charlotte: Drs. Gorton and Peggy Riethmiller Award for Excellence in Scholarship. cfo___ • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. Chris Silverman Discuss prom night rules with your teen. Have a copy of the prom night schedule with the prom’s start and end times. Also, have the details of any pre-and post-prom events. Be sure to include the dangers of drinking and driv­ ing. Have your teen sign your own pledge with rules that include remaining alco­ hol-free during prom night. While it is costly, one option is to hire a limousine for prom night. Ifyou do this, ask about their policy on allowing alcohol in the limo, or maybe arrange for a parent or trusted relative to drive the students. Do not allow your child to attend parties that will be serving alcohol to minors. Make sure your teen brings their cell phone and that it is fully charged in case of an emergency. Have mandatory check-in times for your teen during prom night. If your teen needs help because their driver has been drinking, encourage them to call you - no questions asked. It is better to be safe than sorry. Don’t even consider host­ ing a party where alcohol is served to teens. Be sure your teen has extra money in case of an emer­ gency. While it may be a chal­ lenge, stay awake until your teen returns home from prom night even if it means that you have to stay up all night. Finally, remind your teen that the number one killer of teenagers is car accidents. We all want our teens’ prom night to be one they will always remember. These are just a few things we can do to ensure their memories are happy ones. WIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIHH Thornapple Valley VFW Post 8260 ROAST PORK AND CHICKEN DINNER • Roast Pork and Dressing • Baked Chicken • Mashed Potatoes and Gravy • Green Beans • Salad • Desserts • Free Coffee & Punch csilverman@j-adgraphics.com Saturday, May 4, 2019 • NEWSROOM• 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. 304 S. State Street, Nashville • 517-852-9260 Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news(a)j-adgraphics.com Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com IIIIIIMHillimilHWWWI �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, April 27,2019 Robotics has small team, big projects The team built a new robot, learning their lessons from their inaugural effort last Robotics team members Josh Rein, Samuel Hochstetler and David Hochstetler year. brainstorm ideas in a meeting after school. The robotics team at a FIRST Robotics competition, where they went up against schools much larger than Maple Valley. Taylor Owens Staff'Writer The high school robotics team was down to only three students by the end of the season, but they still built a robot from scratch. The team started out with more than double the partici­ pants, but lost members due to sports and the musical, which made the season a challenge. Robotics competi­ to overcome, when after only tions don’t put schools into one year since starting the categories by size like other project, their adviser Lance sports do, so Maple Valley Beasley left for another dis­ goes up against big city trict. Teacher Katherine schools with 50-person Smith happened to be at teams. The teams have sub­ school after class with credit committees dedicated to dif­ recovery and had been stop­ ferent projects and aspects of ping by seeing what the team the team that are larger than was up to, and became a Maple Valley’s entire team. mentor, just after the build The team also had a hurdle season started in January. 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They went to two compe­ titions this year, in Grand Rapids and Battle Creek, where their robot tried to move as many large balls from the floor to a cargo door on the side of a fake rocket, while other robots competed in the same space. “The competitions are super fun,” David Hochstetler said. His brother Samuel drove the robot with two joy­ sticks controlling each side like a tank. The competitions are just like other sporting events, with fans cheering from the stands as the robots move as fast as possible to win each round. But there also is an unwrit­ ten rule in the FIRST Robotics league, known as gracious professionalism. When the students post ques­ tions on the robotics forums, other teams jump in to help out and the teams are happy to lend spare parts to their competitors in need. While building and coding a robot may seem like a com­ plex enough task, there are otherjobs for the team to do in the three to four months of the season. They reach out for community sponsorships by sending letters or stop­ ping by businesses. This year, they raised $9,000 to pay for the robot. But David Hochstetler said the team’s goal is to raise awareness about the team, so more students and more sponsors will join. If the team needs graphic design to print posters, a coder for a website and may work with the DECA pro­ gram for marketing. Each of those parts of the program can teach students different skills they can take into college or a career. Continued next page �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, April 27,2019 — Page 5 Much ado about management Cassie Linn Editorial commentary Ifthere is a divide between management and workers, what constitutes the main problems that create tension between the two “classes?” So begins one of the eight questions that I asked ofboth managers and workers at a local company, as well as administration and teaching staff at my own high school. The findings were fairly con­ sistent in all the interview questions for both the teach­ ing staff and factory results; mostly saying that there is a divide between the two working classes, and that the main problem constituting the issue was a lack ofunder­ standing from management toward the job and duties of the workers, and a lack of communication largely caus­ ing this. All interviewees, regard­ less of their position as a manager or a worker, said that experience was far more valuable than college degree, especially in the manufactur­ ing field of work. However, it is to be noted that the “working class,” whether it be teachers or blue-collar manufacturers, stated that, more often than not, the managers were completely unaware of what their job actually entailed. And, in the manufacturing world, expe­ rience working on the “ground floor” is not required before one takes on the man­ agement of the facility. It is important to note that all factory workers I inter­ viewed had consistent views concerning the topic that management was creating a major source oftension and a lack ofcommunication in the workplace. However, not all teachers held consistent views, some having a more positive look on the situation based on a recent change in administra­ tion. The majority of those who were interviewed though said they felt there was a problem that needed to be addressed with communi­ cation. Some felt that they were not always taken seri­ ously by management, despite their years of experi­ ence in the classroom. But what does this matter? Divides have always been Continued from previous pag From Our Readers prominent in the working world, why should this be a concern now? The simple answer is that this affects all areas of work, as my study found, not only the factory environment, but also the teaching world — a world that either directly or indi­ rectly affects each and every one of us -- parents, students and friends of someone in the field. One teacher stated bluntly that the management in the building has “no clue what they [teachers] do,” another thought that, despite years of experience in that school, management oftentimes did not respect them. What kind of learning environment does this create for students? Likewise, this tension exists with blue-collar work­ ers in the industry sector, and the answers for this were very similar, even between “ground workers” and super­ visors. All seemed to agree that communication is one of the major issues facing the workplace today. “We have suggestion and complaint boxes,” one said, “but that doesn’t mean they listen to us.” Even supervisors found that “the way [someone] is treated,” is different from managers. Another worker stated that ground-level workers understand the pro­ cess more completely than anyone up in the office, and could save the company a lot of time arid money if they were consulted on process changes or principles of manufacturing and inventory management. One story relayed to me by a worker at a car manu­ facturing company told of an individual he knew who had 20 years of previous experi­ ence working as a manager, but was written off for a bet­ ter job opportunity at the worker’s plant, because he did not have a college degree. According to some of the above statements, though, it doesn’t seem like one would need a college degree to know the ropes, just experi­ ence in working in the area. So how can we fix this problem? If indeed we agree this is a problem, there must be some solution. One possible idea would be to require all administra­ tion and management to be a teacher, or a front-line work­ er before they are eligible for a management position. This would give management a better idea of what they are managing, and would likely create a better relationship between the workers and managers. Likewise, they would be able to better communicate, because not only would workers feel more comfort­ able about giving feedback to their managers, managers would have more respect and awareness of the problems those on the floor or in the classroom might be facing. However,this would be a very time-consuming and radical change for the system to undergo, so perhaps resi­ dency programs, already widely~used Tor teachers' anJT doctors, might be added. Why not expand this to man­ agement in each field of study? In the teaching world, a yearlong residency or a classroom emersion for incoming teachers is often used; and some administra­ tors go this route before working their way up to management. So why are we not doing more of this? According to the National Center for Teacher Residencies, 70 per­ cent of teachers in the pro­ gram received “outstanding” credentials. If administrators were required to have worked as a teacher or completed a classroom emersion experi­ ence would we see more improved relations between teachers and management? If a ground-level working experience emersion was offered to potential managers of manufacturing, would it have an impact on the atmo­ sphere and productivity of these workplaces? For sure, these managers would have a more comprehensive under­ standing of the work their employees are doing, some­ thing a college degree would not necessarily teach. Works Cited “Building Better Instructors from inside the Classroom.” NCTR Building Better Instructors from Inside the Classroom, www.nctresidencies .org/. “Teachi g CERTIFICATION.COM Making the Process Easy.. ” Mississippi. _Administration/ Principal Certification I Become a Principal in MS, 2016, www.teaching-certification .com/teaching/michigan-principal-certification. html. The robot was built with parts bought online, made with a 3D printer, and cut out with a plasma cutter. with the robotics team. Hochstetler said he was most proud of how much the team and the robot improved in their second year, even with the challenges. David Hochstetler, who will be attending Michigan Technological University this fall, said he received multiple scholarships con­ nected to his involvement Smith said the team has a lot of plans for how they can improve even more next year. Local Church Schedule Sunday: A.M. 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M-79 West Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Phone:(517)852-1783 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Worship.......................................... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 517-652-1580 269-763-3120 �Page 6 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, April 27,2019 Hurdles don’t slow Lions’ Shilton much at Saranac meter hurdles in a personal record time of 52.01. Shilton was the runner-up in that race with a time of 54.36. Shilton also scored a fourth-place time of 13.83 in the 100-meter dash on the day. The Saranac girls edged the Lakewood ladies 130­ 109 for the championship. The Lakewood girls won three of the four relay races and nearly chased down host Saranac for the champion­ ship Saturday at the Saranac Invitational. Senior sprinter Andrea Fresno Velazquez who won Maple Valley senior hurdler Britani Shilton had a big day at the Saranac Invitational Saturday, win­ ning the 100-meter hurdles and setting a new personal record in a runner-up finish in the 300-meter low hurdles. Shilton won the 100-meter hurdles in 17.39 seconds, finishing nearly a second ahead of Lakewood fresh­ man Hokulani Ka’alakea who was the runner-up in 18.26. Ka’alakea’s senior teammate Brooke Bouwens was third in the race in 19.02, and went on to win the 300- Lion freshman Derek Myers races to a tenth-place finish in the 300-meter intermediate hurdles Saturday at the Saranac Invitational. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley’s Grant Moehler rounds the turn in the 400-meterdash during the Saranac Invitational Saturday. the 100-meter dash in 12.96 2:40.14 and the 1600-meter (Photo by Brett Bremer) and the 200 in 28.18, setting run in 5:43.84. Sophomore Abigail Price a new personal record in each race, led the Saranac who won the 3200-meter run girls. She added a winning in 14:48.48 for the Saranac leap of 15-2 in the long jump girls also was a part of her team’s win the 3200-meter too, another PR. Lion sophomore Ashlyn relay. Fulton senior Lyndsi Wilkes had a runner-up jump of 4 feet 8 inches in the high Wolfe won the discus with a jump and added a fourth­ mark of 122-9.75, a new PR, place time of 29.61 in the and won the high jump at 200-meter dash and a sev­ 4-8. She was one of three enth-place time of 1 minute girls to clear 4-8 in the high 9.90 seconds in the 400- jump. Maple Valley sopho­ meter run. more Ashlyn Wilkes was the Sophomore Jamie Steele runner-up in thatej^gnt. set a new personal record Fulton was third in the with her sixth-place time of girls’ standings with 82 2:49.38 in the 800-meter run. points, ahead of Ovid-Elsie Maple Valley sophomore Jamie Steele (right) and West West Michigan Michigan Lutheran Lutheran 73, Grand River Prep 57, Saranac senior Sidney Klynstra races to the finish in the junior Maggie Eastland set Vestaburg 54, West Michigan 800-meter run Saturday at the Saranac Invitational. new personal records in win- Lutheran 49, Libertas (Photo by Brett Bremer) ning the 800-meter run in Christian 43 and Maple ■ $28" $27" bundle Certainteed Landmark Shingles FROTO-MK200 SEAUWT SJW FOAM W Giles & Kendall FL60/15N GREAT STUFF Insulating Foam Sealant Kit Tongue and Groove Closet Liner Plank, 1/4 in T X 3-3/4 in W $g99 1 ■ 7/16 x 4x8’ OSB $279 $39" Building Wire 600V *319" %4* Acrylic Latex Caulk Plus Silicone $2" $13" $Q99 2x4x8’ Garden Hose, 5/8 In Od XSOFtL Tape 25Ftxlin $69" Direct Wire Multi-Volt Strip Light 40W LED Lamp SI $499 Cordless Light Switch, 2 In L, 3 W, 4 Aaa Battery aGUL MWMbM DUMatto, * RMUf Ante HOMETOWNS 219..s.s“e LUMBER & HARDWARE siTOM&z Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m, Maple Valley senior Elena Erchiga sprints towards the finish line in the 200-meter dash Saturday afternoon at the Saranac Invitational. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Valley 41. Ovid-Elsie won the boys’ title on the day with 163 points, ahead of Fulton 149 and Lakewood 143. Saranac was fourth in the boys’ stand­ ings with 105 points, ahead of Grand River Prep 50, Maple Valley 15, Libertas Christian 12 and Vestaburg 10. Maple Valley’s top finish of the day came from AJ Raymond who was third in the pole vault at 10-0. Teammate Tristin Clark placed sixth in the 100-meter dash in 11.99 and eighth in the 200 in 24.41. Josh Denda and Payne Hanna had the Vikings’ lone wins in the boys’ meet, with taking the shot put with a mark of 39-6 and Hanna winning the pole vault at 12-0. Saranac senior Noah Spiece won the 1600 in 4:47.13 and sophomore Grayson Rasmus took the 3200 in 10:27.30. Fulton senior Braydan Biddinger won the long jump at 19-45 and also took the 110-meter high hurdles in 15.97. Ovid-Elsie senior Weston Kvalevog won the 800-meter run in 2:08.11 and the high jump at 6-0, with Biddinger Continued next page �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 27,2019 — Page 7 Chamber shows appreciation to administrative professionals Panelists (from left) Rebecca DeHaan, Matt Thom, Sheryl Lewis-Blake and Lyndsey Fischer take questions and share ideas to achieve a better work/life balance. Tanett Hodge StaffWriter The Barry County Chamber of Commerce hosted an appreciation lun­ cheon for the area’s hard­ working administrative staff Wednesday at Grace Church in Nashville. The luncheon provided a time for those employees to sit and relax, eat and listen to a panel of speakers from the communi­ ty talk about work and life and how to balance the two. Lunch was prepared by Mexican Connexion, and attendees were treated to a sundae bar from Moo-ville Creamery. Featured speakers were Sheiyl Lewis-Blake, retired CEO of Spectrum Health Pennock; Matt Thom, human resource manager at Hastings Mutual Insurance Company; Rebecca DeHaah, human resource manager at Thomapple Manor; and Lyndsey Fischer, assistant principal at Thomapple Kellogg Middle School. Panelists shared their background as they intro­ duced themselves and talked from the heart about what they had learned in their careers about the elusive work-life balance. “It is a myth that you ever get a balance,” Lewis-Blake said in her first statement of the day. “Work is a universal piece of life. It is not just outside the home.” The floor was opened to anyone in the audience who had questions. They could ask out loud or write the question on a piece of paper and have it read aloud by emcee Travis Alden. One attendee asked how to handle phone calls from daycare or school. “When your kids are sick or they have a field trip, how do you handle the guilt of having to choose?” Lewis-Blake suggested that all employees with chil­ dren develop contingency plans. “Develop an A, B and C plan ahead of time, just in case,” she said. “Your team will usually understand that these things are out of your control.” Many of the presenters encouraged employees to tap into resources available to them. They told the guests to talk with their bosses and co-workers and set boundar­ ies and expectations. “Know when things can wait,” DeHaan said. “You don’t have to always answer every email, call and text message immediately.” “Family comes first,” Fischer said. “Turn off your cellphones or at least your notifications when you are with them.” All presenters on the panel said it is vital for employees to take time for themselves outside of work, to be transparent and sur­ round themselves with peo­ ple who care about them. They reiterated how import­ ant it is to disconnect from technology and distance oneself from the world once in a while. “Remember, work-life balance is about taking care of you,” DeHaan said. “Without life, you don’t have work.” The issue of cellphones and smart watches was addressed, and presenters shared ways they had strug­ gled with it and ideas they had for controlling how much the use of these items affected the workplace. “It is definitely a part of life now and is going to stick around,” Thom said. “As long as it doesn’t become a performance issue, it’s not really a problem in my eyes.” Lewis-Blake said Spectrum Health had offered Administrative professionals are treated to lunch and a panel discussion Wednesday afternoon. (Photos provided) training on mindfulness - employees who don’t have varying generations now in having respect for the envi­ young children at home to the workforce, and to help ronment one is in and the work holidays so parents them understand other gen­ people in that space. She can be with their children on erations’ viewpoints on the said it taught people to be those days. matter. Panelists said trans­ aware and be in the moment Flexible work schedules, parency and communication rather than on their devices. worksite day care, differing are essential. They said it is “As a manager or employ­ shift lengths, and short-term important to take time to er, you also have to model disability policies to extend understand how the other the behavior you expect,” maternity leave were all generation feels and oper­ she added. suggested as ways to retain ates. A lunch-and-leam ses­ “You must set expecta­ good employees. sion was a proposed idea, so tions for technology,” The most mentioned way that respect and expectations Fischer said. “We deal with for employers to help their could be made clear among this issue all the time, and employees keep a good bal­ the staff. we work to teach digital cit­ ance and be more productive “Be open to change and izenship to our students.” was to be open and willing to roll with it some­ One audience question approachable to the employ­ times,” Lewis-Blake said. addressed how employers ees. They all agreed that “Create an environment that could help balance work and showing understanding goes fosters understanding and home for their employees. a long way with employees teamwork.” Answers included taking and makes for a better work “Sometimes you just have time to get to know employ­ environment. to take it one step at a time,” ees and what they need and Another audience ques­ Fischer said. talking to the them about tion asked the panelists to “Don’t let your percep­ hours and expectations. address different views of tion become your reality,” Employers could ask work-life balance for the Thom added. From previous page second in the high jump also clearing 6-0. Fulton junior Nate Alwood was a two-time individual event winner as well, taking the 200-meter dash in a per­ sonal record time of 22.77 and the 400-meter dash in 51.09. Fulton won the 400-meter relay, the 800-meter relay and the 1600-meter relay. OvidElsie finished in the top three in all three relays, winning the 3200-meter relay - a race in which the Fulton boys placed sixth. The Maple Valley teams returned the Greater Lansing Activities Conference action Tuesday. The Lions went to Stockbridge Tuesday where the Panthers scored a 96-39 win in the boys’ competition and an 83-44 win in the girls’ meet. J-Ad Graphics seeks information on summer events Representative from local J-Ad Graphics to share infor­ organizations, clubs, busi­ mation and arrange for adver­ nesses, municipalities or tising. Advertisers also may other groups planning sum­ consider coupons and promo­ mer events are invited to con­ tions in this far-reaching pub­ tact J-Ad Graphics for inclu­ lication. For more information, call sion in the upcoming summer 269-945-9554 or email fun guide. The special publication news@j-adgraphics.com. lists activities throughout the area, including concerts, pre­ sentations, festivals, races, Call any time tours, hikes, art shows, theat­ rical performances and more. for Maple The booklet will be delivered with local papers, and also Valley News will be distributed at classified ads Michigan Department of Transportation information 269-945-9554 or centers. 1-800-870-7085 Organizers of special events are asked to contact S/2aceZd limited, Qegitfer tyfowl www.Nashvillel50.org • Centennial Acres (517) 566-8055 �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, April 27, 2019 More important names offered in 120 history of Nashville area Memories of the Past When this circa-1898 photo was taken from atop the old Standpipe water tower in what now is Putnam Park, Nashville had developed into this thriving, attractive com­ munity. The earliest white settlers here put down roots in the mid-1850s on the north bank of the Thornapple River, (center and right foreground). As seen in this picture snapped at spring flood stage, the community gradually spread south of the river, and eastward. This column by the late Susan Hinckley was printed in the March 28,1989, Maple Valley News. She wrote: Following is a continua­ tion of last week’s column, focusing on some ofthe indi­ viduals who helped shape Nashville in its formative years. This is to honor the 120th anniversary of the village, which occurred Sunday. Nashville was officially cre­ ated by an Act of Incorporation signed on March 26, 1869, by Gov. Henry P. Baldwin. Alfred C. Buxton — A suc­ cessful machinist, inventor and early firearms manufac­ turer, Alfred Buxton earned an enduring place in Nashville history. When he died at his home here on the last day of 1924, at age 81, he was one of the village’s oldest residents and most prosperous businessmen. Son of early Castleton Township pioneers, Cyrus and Harriet Buxton, who came to Michigan in 1840 from Vermont, Alfred spent his early years working in sawmills in this area. He then went to New York, where he found employment by Remington Armory at Ilion in the late 1860s. He returned to Nashville and commenced the manufacture of guns, developing his business into the Nashville Engine and Iron Works. At first, Buxton’s business was located near the depot (on the site of the old Nashville Creamery building behind the former Azor Leedy place at 131 S. State St.) Here he built up an impressive stock of firearms: “More than a hundred, including double-barreled breach loaders, muzzle load­ ers and revolvers,” according to a Nashville News account of January 1877. Two years later, Buxton’s enterprise had grown to the extent he needed to expand his quarters. He commenced construction of a spacious new two-story brick building on Main Street to house his workshop, and he converted the operation to steam power. Today this building bear­ ing his name still stands on the southwest comer of the Main and Washington streets intersection. At a time when nearly all guns were handmade, Buxton gained a reputation for the excellence of his craftsmanship. He loved his work, and every piece he worked on was a matter of pride to him. “His soul, as well as his skill, entered into the fin­ ished work,” noted The Nashville News at his death. Even before Buxton start­ ed in business for himself, he was known for his excep­ tional mechanical ability in work he did at local sawmills and grist mills. After moving his opera­ tion into the impressive new building in 1880, Buxton carried on quite an extensive business in the production of custom machinery, principally vertical steam engines, felt hardening machines for the manufacture of wool boots, and a multitude of other mechanical marvels. The plates attached to these machines bore the name of “Nashville, Michigan,” and helped put the fledgling community on the map. Another enduring monu­ ment to Buxton is the fine brick home he built in 1892, which still stands one the southeast comer of State and Reed streets. Lewis Durkee - This man was Nashville’s first justice of the peace, and was to become the first state senator elected from Nashville. NOTICE REGARDING THE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP RECYCLING CENTER After several months of discussion and attempts to stem the losses being incurred to the township of Sunfield from the operation of the recycling center, the township Board has made the difficult decision to close the center entirely. As of close of business on Saturday, April 27, 2019 the center will no longer be accepting materials for recycling. For Eaton County residents, the county has several recycling opportunities available throughout the summer. The dates and times can be found at www.eatoncounty.org/recycling. Also, Michigan State University has a recycling facility on campus. Alfred Buxton was a suc­ cessful Nashville machinist, inventor and firearms manufacturer whose fine work helped out the com- munity on the map. In this circa-1860 tin-type Buxton is seen with the first gun he ever made at approximately the time he opened his shop in the village. Buxton’s skill and dedication to his trade earned him a fine reputation in an era when most firearms were hand­ made. Bom in 1831 in New York state. Lewis Durkee came first to Hickory Comers, where he engaged in the mercantile business and served as postmaster. Three years later, in 1866, he moved to Nashville, before the community bore that name, and became one ofthe pioneers to help inaugurate the village project. Durkee was employed by the Grand River Valley Railroad (whose lines came opera house)... Every avail­ through Nashville in 1869), able spot, including the gal­ serving from baggage master lery was filled. Many went to read master. He then stud­ away because there was no ied law, was admitted to the room for them in the hall, Barry County bar, and and fully 700 heard the ser­ opened a practice in vice.” It was a fitting tribute to a Nashville in December 1876. Durkee also served four man who had earned the terms as Castleton Township respect of colleagues in Lansing, as well as his fellow Supervisor. In March 1880, Durkee citizens ofNashville. and Herbert M. Lee, a local Omo Strong - No history general merchant, formed a partnership for the purpose of Nashville would be com­ of buying and selling real plete without mention of estate, making loans, insur­ Omo Strong. This fiery jour­ ing property and collecting nalist was responsible for accounts. Their office was prodding the local citizenry into many public improve­ located on Main Street. In August of that same ments in the early days ofthe year; Durkee announced his community. candidacy as a state senator A former partner in the from this district on the Lawton Tribune, Strong Republican ticket. He was came here in 1873, some elected in November, and as four years after the village a senator served as chairman was incorporated. He found­ of the Committee on Federal ed the Nashville News and Relations. He was also a published the first issue Oct. member of several other 3, 1873. The paper has been important senate committees in continuous weekly publi­ before his legislative future cation since that date, known was cut short by his untimely now as the Maple Valley death on April 11, 1881, at News. age 50. Durkee died of“hem­ Strong was young when orrhage of the stomach,” he arrived here (about 20 caused by ulcers, from which years old) and weighted only he had suffered six years. 135 lbs. However, his color­ A huge entourage ofdigni­ ful and direct writings had, a taries turned out for his very powerful impact on the funeral here. A special train village. brought two railroad cars A major Main Street fire filled with senators, repre­ destroyed the News office sentatives and others from just five months after the state capitol. Also on Strong’s arrival, but he sal­ board were newsmen from as vaged his printing press, set far away as New York City. up shop in temporary quar­ Services were held at ters and continued to grind Nashville’s opera house, out the weekly newspaper, with the Masonic Lodge in filled with urgent pleas for a charge. village fire department. After “The (funeral) procession a second Main Street fire a was one of the most distin­ year later, his agitation con­ guished, if not the largest, tinued to pick up momen­ ever seen in Nashville,” tum. noted The News. “The line Strong’s campaign was a of march was down Main success. In 1882 Nashville’s Street, every business place fire department was formed. was closed and many draped The building of local jail in mourning. Fully half a facilities in 1881 also is thousand citizens were Continued next page awaiting admission (to the VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP COUNTY OF EATON Notice ofAdoption PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 28,2019, the Township of Vermontville adopted an ordinance, Ordinance No. 01-2019, to prohibit recreational marihuana establishments in the Township. The principal provisions ofthe proposed amending ordinance can be summarized as follows: 1. Prohibition on Recreational Marihuana Establishments. The ordinance prohibits, in the Township, any and all types ofa “marihuana establishment,” as that term is defined and used in Michigan Initiated Law 1 of2018, commonly known as the Michigan Regulation and Taxation ofMarihuana Act. A copy of the Ordinance 2019-01 may be inspected or purchased at the Township office, 120 E. First Street, Vermontville, Michigan, during office hours. Vermontville Township Board �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, April 27,2019 — Page 9 Vermontville’s Brownie Troop 244 uses 5,000 bread wrappers to decorate their float for the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. Making the float are (from left) Linda Jones, Kelly Hart, Stephanie Whitmore, Susan Lightner, Christine Gardner, Betsy Lightner and Luann Yeadan. Continued from previous page attributed to prodding by Strong. Improvement of the community school also was a pet cause ofthe young editor. In addition, he was influen­ tial in the local temperature movements in the 1880s, and often addressed such groups. His personal convictions on various matters frequently colored his news reports. From time to time, Editor Strong suffered physical harassment at the hands of offended parties. Always controversial, never dull, Omo Strong left Nashville in 1888 under a bit of a cloud, having had wife trouble that culminated in his shooting at a local doctor. He and his family moved to the West Coat, where he became a trade journal publisher. Occasionally he returned to Nashville, and on one such visit in 1906 the News noted that Omo’s son was gradual­ ly taking over his father’s business in Tacoma, giving the elder Strong time to enjoy life. At least two of Strong’s contributions to the village still live: the local fire depart­ ment and this newspaper. Both are legacies left to Nashville by that fiery young editor. Agnes (Smith) Putnam — Some have called this lady the “Mother of Nashville.” She was the daughter of the Lemuel Smiths, who came to Michigan in 1855 from Vermont, and 10 years later (when Agnes was about 24) settled in Nashville. Lemuel became Nashville’s first village president in 1869. It was said he held “peculiar religious views.” (According to The Nashville News, his funeral services in 1883 included an “atheistical discourse” as well as a purely spiritual one. His daughter became the first teacher in Nashville’s first public school, a crude structure constructed in one day in the summer of 1866, behind what is now the park­ ing lot south of Mace Pharmacy. Being rather airy for cold weather and too small (16x20) to accommo­ date the enrollment after a few years, this building was used for only two or three terms of school. Miss Smith married Charles Putnam, a young man who came to Nashville from Hillsdale County in Call for Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 ar 1-800-870-7085 HAYFIELD RENTAL BIDS The Village of Nashville is seeking sealed bids for the rental of 45 acres of land at the Village of Nashville located at 9500 Greggs Crossing Road Wastewater Treatment facil­ ity. Sealed bids for the rental property may be dropped off at or mailed to the Village Office, 203 N Main St, PO Box 587, Nashville, Ml 49073. Please contact the Nashville DPW Director, Scott Decker at 517-852-9571 or by cell at 269-818-7826, to receive further bid information and for any questions. All sealed bids must be turned in before 4:00 pm on May 17th, 2019. 1865 seeking work. In time, he became a successful hard­ wareman and banker. The Putnams’ many gifts to the village after the turn of the century are well know: the Riverside athletic field, at ladies’ public restroom build­ ing on Main Street, and their home for use as a library. (Putnam Park was not a gift from them, but it was named to honor his personal efforts in the development of it.) Agnes Smith Putnam was a loving and generous person and a gracious hostess. She is also recognized as one of the chroniclers earliest of Nashville history. Algebra teacher Dan Watson instructs his students how to search in the “help wanted” section of a newspaper for jobs requiring a background in algebra. Requests sought for community service day Maple Valley Schools are accepting requests for its annual community service day from 11:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Friday, May 10. Students will be working in Vermontville, Nashville and at the high school, helping residents with various tasks. Jobs from previous service days have included painting, yard work, spring cleaning, gardening and more. Requests can be made by calling leadership teacher Aaron Saari, 517-852-9275, ext. 2665, or emailing asaari@mvs .k 12 .mi .us. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Can 269-945-9554 for more information. OFFICE OF THE EATON COUNTY DRAIN COMMISSIONER NOTICE OF DAY OF REVIEW OF DRAINAGE DISTRICT BOUNDARIES AND DAY OF REVIEW OF APPORTIONMENTS SHELLHORN AND REAHM INTERCOUNTY DRAIN DATE: May 9,2019 TIME: :00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. LOCATION: aton County Administrative Offices Board of Commissioners Room 1045 Independence Boulevard Charlotte, Michigan 48813 QUESTIONS: (517) 543-3809 Please leave a detailed voicemail. All calls are returned in the order received. The Day ofReview is an opportunity to review the Drainage District boundaries ofthe Shellhom and Reahm Intercounty Drain Drainage District and the apportionment ofbenefit with the Drain Commissioner or a staffmember. A map ofthe proposed Drainage District boundary revisions can be found on the Eaton County website at: https://www.eatoncounty. org/departments/drain-commisisoner. The Drain Commissioner, engineers, and/or other staffmembers will be available to assist individuals throughout the day, and make revisions where necessary. There is no need to schedule an appointment for a specific time on the Day ofReview. A general description of the lands by section number proposed to be added or deleted from the Drainage District as recommended by a licensed professional engineer or surveyor is as follows: Drain Name Municipalities Shellhom and Reahm Tntercountv Drain__ Sunfield Township Portions of Sections Added Portions of Sections Removed The computation ofcosts for the Drain will also be available at the Day ofReview. Drain assessments are collected in the same manner as property taxes and will appear on your winter tax bill. If drain assessments are being collected for more than one (1) year, you may pay the assessment in full with any interest to date at any time and avoid further interest charges. Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the Day of Review should contact the Drain Commissioner’s Office at the number noted above (voice) or through the Michigan Relay Center at 7-1 -1 (TDD) at least 24 hours in advance ofthe Day ofReview to request mobility, visual, hearing or other assistance. You may appeal the Drain Commissioner’s decision to revise the district boundary to the Eaton County Circuit Court within ten (10) days. You also may appeal the Drain Commissioner’s determination of apportionments to the Eaton County Probate Court within ten (10) days. Richard Wagner Eaton County Drain Commissioner �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, April 27,2019 Zank hopes to help Thunder engineer wins Brett Bremer to be named academic all­ Sports Editor state honorable mention last Family traditions had fall, joined by teammate Maple Valley senior Austin Gavin Booher. Zank expecting to head offto “When we sent film on college at Ferris State him they jumped at the University in the fall, or chance at getting him,” maybe Michigan Tech. Maple Valley varsity football Zank’s father and grandfa­ coach Marty Martin said. ther both, graduated from “They are reloading at the Ferris State University. He outside linebacker position had a couple cousins who and the tight end position, so played football at Michigan their hope is that maybe they Tech. The outstanding engi­ can plug him in at one of neering programs at both those two positions. They play a 3-4 defense like we schools was key too. A trip to Trine University do, so playing the outside in Angola, Ind. got him look­ linebacker position is very ing in a new direction though, familiar to him. They like the and Zank officially decided fact that he was a tight end in to become a member of the the wing-T offense and that Trine Thunder when he he was also a running back signed his National Letter of last year. They like his diver­ Intent to join the Trine foot­ sity.” Speed, intelligence and ball program Thursday in the Maple Valley Jr/Sr High strength all came together for Zank to earn him the chance School gymnasium. It was the Thunder’s engi­ to play at Trine. He was a neering program that drew first team all-conference him to Trine as much as their selection in the GLAC last fall, recording 40 tackles and football program. “I have always liked Legos eight sacks for the Lions They really like the ability and I really liked designing things, so that is kind of for him to maybe play full­ where that clicked together back, tight end, outside line­ and it just fit me perfectly,” backer. He is fast enough to Zank said. “I took a couple maybe play strong safety or classes on it online and I middle linebacker. Offensively, he rushed 111 really enjoy it.” He has been taking com­ times for 704 yards and eight puter aided drafting classes touchdowns while adding 14 through the Edgnuity.com receptions for 400 yards and program at Maple Valley, three more TDs. and does some of his own He was a three-year varsi­ woodworking away from ty football player, and also school. Trine, being a spent two seasons on the var­ Division III NCAA program, sity boys’ basketball and doesn’t offer athletic scholar­ baseball teams. ships but the academic “I wasn’t really intending awards Zank has earned with on going there, but then his G.P.A. and testing scores when I went there it just fit will cover much of the cost erfectly,” Zank said of his of attending Trine. He was visit to Trine. “Everything one of just two Greater just clicked. The coaching Lansing Activities staff was really nice. Conference football players Everybody was personable. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential Maple Valley senior Austin Zank signs his National Letter of Intent to join the Trine University Football program in the Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School gymnasium Thursday as his parents Jeff and Kelly Zank look on along with Lion varsity football coach Marty Martin (right). (Photo by Brett Bremer) It was a lot like our school.” While coaches like Zank’s versatility, he said he is hop­ ing to settle into a spot as an outside linebacker if possi­ ble. “I enjoy the heck out of it,” he said of playing OLB. You need football knowl­ edge, you have to know what is going on. You have to know the footwork for it. If you’re cross-legged and someone hits you, then you’re going to obviously topple over. You have to be strong with your feet and you have to have a strong core A good start at Olivet the Maple Valley varsity Wednesday afternoon was softball team against some of the highlight of the week forthe Greater Lansing MOST OFALL YOUR AUTOMOTIVENEEDS ACE AUTO REPAIR& From Genera/ Maintenance to Performance and Off-Road Parts 130 S. Main St., Vermontville • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies Mon.-Fri. 8:00-5:00; Sat 8:00-1:00 SI 05 Wet Basement? WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. I Great Lakes WATERPROOFING Richard Ewing Owner Seal Your Basement from the Outside FREE INSPECTIONS Activities Conference’s toughest teams. The Olivet girls scored a 16-2 win over the Maple Valley girls at Maple Valley High School Wednesday. It was a ballgame that was tied 2-2 when the Lions scored a pair of runs in the top of the third inning. Eli Heinze drove in one run for the Lions and then scored the other, stealing home on a delayed steal. The Lion surge started with Ava Robinson walking in the third. She went to second on a sacrifice bunt from Addison Ramey and then came home on a hit by Heinze. Heinze moved around the bases thanks to a pair of walks. The Lions’ pitching went sour after that though, and some errors didn’t help. Olivet opened up the game with a nine-run outburst. A sore shoulder didn’t help starting pitcher Kaycie Schrader, who was replaced by Lexy Booher in the circle in the fourth inning. Stockbridge swept its GLAC set with the Lions this week, scoring 12-0 and 17-0 wins against the visiting Lions Tuesday before taking game three 18-0 at Maple Valley High School Thursday. Singles by Ramey and Heinze were the only two Lion hits in the 12-0 loss in game one Tuesday. Schrader held the Panthers to two runs through the first three innings, but walks and errors sparked the Stockbridge offense and then the bats woke up for five hits in the fourth inning. Stockbridge had ten hits in game two. Robinson singled and stole two bases in that game two defeat. “Stockbridge is a power house with their bats and the pitching on Stockbridge’s part is the best we have seen all season,” Lion head coach Mary Lesage said after her team’s loss to the Panthers Thursday. Heinze was the only base­ runner for the Lions Thursday, reaching on a walk. Maple Valley will be home against Leslie in GLAC action Monday. BOWED/BUCKLING/CRACKED WALLS? MOLDY, MUSTY CRAWLSPACE? Estimates Available NEED A SUMP PUMP? 1WWW.GLWPINC.COM W1 WW.1 GLW0PINC%.COM 269-353-3228 OFF 269-353-3228 A GreatLakes (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE 5 to have his first ballplayer signing a National Letter of Intent. The Lions have had a couple ballplayers walk on in Division III in recent years, but coach Martin said the last Lion really recruited from the football program was Riley Fisher who played tight end and offensive line at Alma College from 2012­ 15. Fisher took over as the running backs coach at Manchester University in 2016. Trine opens the 2019 foot­ ball season at Manchester Sept. 5. WET BASEMENT? GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Now accepting MasterCard & Visa at Saugatuck in which Zank caught his team’s lone touch­ down. Big wins were some ofhis favorite times on the football field with the Lions, a 41-20 win at Stockbridge his junior year and a 46-8 thumping of Lincoln Alcona last October. He should have a chance to do more winning at Trine. The Thunder have put together back-to-back unde­ feated conference champion­ ship seasons in the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association. 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The Lions reached the state playoffs at the end of his junior and senior seasons, winning a pre-district ball­ game over Hartford to open the 2017 postseason before falling in tight 14-8 ballgame . , WATERPROOFING OUR SERVICES Other restrictions may apply Offer expires 4/30/19 Call for Maple Valiev Hews classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-899-879-7985 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, April 27,2019 — Page 11 Stockbridge gets two complete games in pair of wins over Valley Stockbridge swept its Greater Lansing Activities Conference doubleheader with visiting Maple Valley Tuesday afternoon, taking a pair of six-run victories over the Lions. Stockbridge pitcher Alex Rose shut out the Lions in a 6-0 Panther victory in game one. He struck out eight over seven innings, allowing two hits and walking two. The Lions got singles from Noah Hansen and Lane Morris in the loss. Morris also walked once. Hansen started on the mound and took the loos, allowing three runs on four hits and two walks. He struck out five in three innings. Nick Osborne allowed three runs in 2.1 innings of relief work. He struck out two, walked one and gave up six hits. Gregg Richardson got the final two outs for the Lions, giving up one hit and one walk. Stockbridge took game two 8-2, building a 6-0 lead before the Lions scored two runs in the top of the fourth inning. Richardson had an RBI single for the Lions, after Booher reached on an error, to plate the Lions first run. Hansen singled to move Richardson to second and he eventually scored on a fly ball by Morris. Six different guys singled for the Lions in game two, Booher, Austin Zank, Richardson, Hansen, Morris and Ben Benedict. AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/fann/ busi­ ness. Call Diamond Propane Booher started and took for a free quote. 866-579the loss, allowing six runs, 9993._____________________ three earned, on six hits and four walks. He struck out three. Morris and David Hosack-Frizzell threw in relief for the Lions. Aiden Trost went the dis­ tance on the mound for the Panthers, striking out seven. Just one of the two runs against him was earned. Alex Rose was l-fo-r2 with two RBI and two walks for the Panthers out of the lead-off spot. Brody Canfield was 2-for-3 with an RBI and a walk. Canfield, Jeremy Pilch, Daniel Ballagh, PJ Loso and Aiden Trost drove in one run apiece for the Panthers in p game two. Lions shoot up to third at Perry’s GLAC golf jamboree Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Maple Valley varsity boys’ golf team had its best Greater Lansing Activities Conference finish of the sea­ son Thursday at the league jamboree hosted by Perry at Glenbrier. The Lions placed third Thursday, putting together a score of 192. Maple Valley had been fifth or sixth at each of the first three conference jamborees. Maple Valley was led by Owen Bailey’s 44. Carson Hasselback shot a 46, Buck Schrader a 48 and Kenny Curtis added a 54 for the Lions. The scores from Bailey, Hasselback and Schrader were the first scores in the forties for the Lions so far in GLAC action this spring. “Their short game has definitely improved from 100 in, and putting,” Maple Valley head coach Drew Johnson said. “We spend most of our practice time on the chipping green, it’s nice to see all their hard work rewarded.” The Lakewood boys were bested for the first time in Greater Lansing Activities Conference action this sea­ son this week falling by a few strokes to Leslie at the league jamboree hosted by Perry and at the one hosted by Maple Valley at The Legacy in Hastings Tuesday. The Blackhawks bested the Vikings 168-172 at Glenbrier. Maple Valley was third with its 192, ahead of Lansing Christian 195, Perry 201 and Olivet 237. Wilhelm Warbom led the Leslie team to the win with a 41. The Blackhawks also got a 41 from Cannon Risner, a 43 from Trevor Huttenlocker and a 44 from John Cranmore. Lakewood was led by Austin Makley, who fired his best varsity round, a 39. He was the day’s medalist shoot­ ing birdies on number four and number six. Maison Neustifter also shot a person­ al best for the Vikings, a 49. John Hewitt matched Neustifter’s 49 for the Vikings and Lakewood also got 42s from Caleb Farlee and Trevor Simon. Perry’s Blake Woemer and Lansing Christian’s Sam Havey each scored a 41 to lead their teams. At the Maple Valley host­ ed jamboree Tuesday, Leslie edged the Lakewood boys 174-183 at the top of the standings. Lansing Christian was third with a 197, ahead of Perry 200, Olivet 210 and Maple Valley 221. Bailey paced the Lions with a 51. Schrader scored a 53, Hasselback a 55 and Curtis a 62. Leslie had the day’s top two scorers as Huttenlocker shot a 41 and Risner a 41. Lakewood was led by a 43 from Farlee. Simon added a 44, Makley a 45 and Zac Collison a 51 for the Vikings. Save by signing up for youth football and cheer seasons early It is time time of the year again for Maple Valley Youth Football and Cheerleading early sign-ups. As a part of the program’s mission statement and as a commitment to making youth sports affordable, prices have been lowered for early, sum­ mer and fall signup costs. The hope is by doing so, the club can continue to sustain and introduce young athletes to both sports. Children will get the chance to play a fun sport and learn about hard work, resiliency, grit, camaraderie and a commitment to a cause larger than themselves - their team. The early sign-up period for football and cheerleading will be Tuesday, May 7 and Thursday, May 9 at the Maple Valley High School learning commons from 7 p.m to 8 p.m. each evening. The cost for cheerleading is_ $40. The cost for third through eighth grade football players is $60 for the season and the cost for first and sec­ ond grade Mighty Mite foot­ ball players is $40. The fall sign-up period for cheerleading will be Aug. 19-21 at the Maple Valley High School football field from 6 p.m to 7:30 p.m. each evening. The cost is $55 at that time. The summer football sign­ up period will take place July 29 to Aug. 1 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. each evening at the Maple Valley football prac­ tice fields, the cost for third through eighth grade football players is $75 for the season and the cost for first and sec­ ond grade Mighty Mite foot­ ball players is $40. The fall football sign-up period will take place Aug. 19 to Aug. 21 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. each evening at the Maplq Valley football .prac- For Sale tice fields, the cost for third through eighth grade football players is $75 for the season and the cost for first and sec­ ond grade Mighty Mite foot­ ball players is $40. All equipment will be pro­ vided at the beginning of the year and scholarships are available upon request. Both the youth football season and cheer season will start on Monday, August 19, 2019, watch the Maple Valley News for summer camp dates in July and for the beginning of the year practice dates in August. Those with any questions should call coach Marty Martin at 517-231-4841 for football or coach Sarah Hussein at 269-838-9326 for cheerleading. Maple Valley Youth Football can be found online on Facebook. 2005 SUZUKI C90T, 1500cc, Black, 23k miles, newer tires, Mustang Seat. Very good condition, $3,775. Call after 3pm (269)953-3232 Antiques & Collectibles] ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET- Sunday, April 28, 2019400 Exhibitors. Rain or Shine. 8:00am to 4:00pm, located at the Fairgrounds, right in Allegan, Michigan. $4.00 admission. No Pets. Recreation 2005 SUZUKI C90T, 1500cc, Black, 23k miles, newer tires, Mustang Seat. Very good condition, $3,775. 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Josh Leatherman serves carnival workers a Thanksgiving lunch at Two or Three Together in Nashville. Taylor Owens StaffWriter Employees ofMidAmerica shows got a taste of Maple Valley before the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Thursday. The own­ ers ofTwo or Three Together in Nashville and a number of volunteer high school stu­ dents cooked and served the employees lunch. “I want to represent Maple Valley as a kind and friendly place to be,” said Holly Berkimer of 2 or 3 Together. It’s the fourth year of the annual lunch for employees, cooked with food donated by the volunteers and their family members. “It would be kind of hard to just camp all summer long,” Berkimer said. She wanted to give the carnival workers a homecooked meal as a break from their camping routine. “We’re trying to show peo­ ple God loves them,” she said. The lunch followed a Thanksgiving tradition with turkey, stuffing and more. In prior years, they’ve cooked food native to the countries where the workers are from, such as South Africa, Paul Berkimer said. “It sounded like fun and then, when we came, it just seemed like a really good thing,” Danielle Gorman said. She pointed out some visitors had never had stuff­ ing or cranberry sauce. “If I would have known about it last year I would have done it,” said student volunteer Taylor McCool. Call for Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7685 Come visit our 24/7 full-service ATM, located at 121 Eastside Dr. Vermontville, Ml 49096 • Deposit Checks • Transfer Money • Balance Inquiries • Withdraw Cash For your convenience, our Vermontville branch is open Monday: 9 AM - 2 PM Wednesday: Noon -5 PM Friday: Noon -5 PM � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-05-04.pdf 6d0befc24b97b89f39deac76619fc5bd PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 18, May 4, 2019 A local paper oftoday! Investigation of Herbruck’s fire will try to determine the cause Taylor Owens Staff Writer The investigation into a major structure fire at Herbruck’s Poultry Ranch in Berlin Township Tuesday will likely take weeks, Berlin-Orange Fire Chief Matthew Bennett said. Seven departments responded to the fire that killed approximately 250,000 hens, Herb Herbruck said in a statement. The blaze, involving a poultry bam on Portland Road, was reported at 6:18 p.m. Tuesday. Firefighters didn’t clear the scene until 12:30 a.m. Wednesday. The cause of the fire — the fifth at the farm in the past 16 years, Bennett said — is unknown. The bam that burned Tuesday was three to four The cause of a major fire at poultry barn on Portland Road likely will not be known times the size ofthe structure for weeks. (Photo by Joel McDowell) that burned in February 2018, Bennett said. Although the bam was connected to other buildings, firefighters were able to keep the fire from spreading, using about 500,000 gallons of water in the process, he said. The structure was not equipped with fire suppres­ sion, although within the past few years the farm has been equipped with a large water tank and pump to help fight fires. “We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of our hens,” Herbruck said. “We have been working closely with the fire department, and an investigation of what started the fire is under way.” Herbruck went on to say the farm is fully operational, and the fire would not affect its ability to serve its custom­ ers. Bennett, who has been with the department for about 30 years, said he has helped fight every fire at the farm. The cause of the 2018 fire was not fully determined, although Bennett said its source was likely electrical. Previous fires were at the manure bam, but Bennett said they have made some structural changes to the building and there have not been fires involving that bam since then. The fire chief said fires are uncommon at farms like Herbruck’s, but the law of averages has not been good for this farm. “It’s something we can’t put our finger on; if it was, we would have fixed it by now,” Bennett said. Berlin-Orange Fire Department was assisted by departments from Ionia, Grand Ledge, Portland, Sunfield, Lake Odessa and Clarksville. Castleton approves 30-year power ordinance Taylor Owens StaffWriter Consumers Energy will be able to continue operating in Castleton Township for at least another 30 years, after the township board passed an ordinance to allow it. Consumers Energy Community Affairs Manager Greg Moore was at the meet­ ing Wednesday night to answer the board’s questions and explain how the compa- ny will operate under the ordinance. It allows the power company to continue working on power lines and within right-of-ways, but Moore said Consumers will still need to get permission to Potterville police chief faces felony charges Potterville City Police Chief Shane Bartlett was arraigned Wednesday on three felony charges for misconduct in office, lying to an officer and falsifying a police report. The charges stem from a lengthy investigation by the Michigan State Police that began with a sexual assault complaint made by Bartlett’s wife, Kellie, against an Eaton County Sheriff’s dep­ uty. Barry County Prosecutor Julie Nakfoor Pratt is charging that Shane Bartlett aided and abetted his wife in falsifying the report. Pratt was appointed by the attor­ ney general’s office to han­ dle the case when Eaton County Prosecutor Doug Lloyd recused himself, since Lloyd’s office works with the officers involved. Investigators said suspi­ cions about a statement by the police chief arose early in the sexual assault case, but it has taken several months to analyze the police chief’s phone and office computer records. t According to the Barry County prosecutor: While Kellie Bartlett was working as a clerk for the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office in late 2015, she and a deputy began a relationship. The deputy ended the relation­ ship in spring 2017, and requested that Bartlett cease contact with him. When Bartlett continued to contact him, the deputy told his superiors and a team was assigned to investigate Kellie Bartlett for stalking. Kellie Bartlett ceased working for the department in December 2017 and, in January 2018, contacted the Michigan State Police to file the sexual assault complaint against the deputy, which she alleged occurred in March 2017. Following an investiga­ tion, the stalking and sexual assault cases were turned over to Eaton County Prosecutor, who recused himself, and the case was turned over to the Barty County Prosecutor’s office in spring 2018. Kellie Bartlett was charged with multiple felony counts in September 2018, including two counts of using a computer to com­ mit a crime, two counts of identity theft, three counts of unauthorized access to a computer, conspiracy and one count of false reporting of a felony. Misdemeanors include two counts of stalking, one count of inten­ tional dissemination of sex­ ually explicit visual material and two counts of using a computer to commit a crime. The case against Kellie Bartlett is pending in Eaton County Circuit Court. Shane Bartlett was arraigned on charges includ­ ing a common law offense of misconduct in office, which is a felony with a maximum penalty of five years in prison and/or a $10,000 fine; lying to a peace officer in a violent crime investigation, a felony with a maximum penalty of four years in prison and/or a $5,000 fine; a false report of a felony, which is a felony with a maximum penalty of four years in prison and/or $2,000 fine. His bail was set at $10,000. work on anything outside of In other business, town­ those areas. ship Supervisor Cheryl Several board members Hartwell read a letter sent to brought up existing issues the Castleton Maple Grove with power lines, or frequent Nashville Emergency power outages in the town­ Medical Services Board ship, which Moore said he regarding a training by its would look into and get EMS Director Mel Oakley. answers for the board. The letter was from Ryan Hie board unanimously Rought, director of Tactica voted to pass the ordinance. Ministries of Costa Rica. Although it lasts for 30 years, Oakley took a trip to Costa like the previous ordinance Rica on his time off in March under which Consumers and taught 51 police officers Eneigy operated, the town­ emergency medical instruc­ ship can still revoke it as tion with Tactica. long as it provides 60 days’ “The level ofprofessional­ notice. ism, quality of instruction and the generosity displayed by Mel was remarkable,” Rought wrote. “He is certain­ ly a credit to his organization as well as to the community in which he serves.” Also, the board accepted a written report by township Tax Assessor Kevin Harris, which included a summary from the March Board of Review. Harris said there are no pending tax tribunals, and there have not been any since 2016. Harris attributed that fact to residents feeling that they are heard during Board of Review. Lions hope for dry day to honor former coach Lenz Maple Valley will honor former long-time head coach Larry Lenz by retiring his number 17 in a ceremony during the annual Ken Beardslee Wooden Bat Tournament at Griswald Field in Vermontville May 11. Current Lion varsity head coach Bryan Carpenter hopes any alumni who played for coach Lenz, as well as all Lion baseball alumni, will be able to attend the special day. The event was scheduled to take place last spring, but was postponed due to rain. Lenz had two stints lead­ ing the Lion program, from 1968-1976 and then he returned from 1981-1985. The Lions had a 191-86 record under his leadership, winning six conference .championships and four dis-. . trict titles. He guided the Lions to the Class C State Championship Game in 1975, where the Lions were downed by Bronson. The Lions will host Ionia, Melvindale and Jackson Northwest for the tourna­ ment. The opening game is slated for 9 a.m. The ceremony is sched­ uled to be held after the first game of the tournament, at approximately 11 a.m. In This Issue... • 5K for cancer fundraiser May 18 Voice students qualify for national championship Syrup festival narrowly dodges bad weather Lions get wins over Pilgrims during rainy tri at MVHS . �Page 2 — Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, May 4,2019 5K for cancer fundraiser May 18 A 5K fundraiser to help fight pancreatic cancer will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 18, at the First Ward Park near Hastings Manufacturing. This is the first time for the event, which is being organized by Rusty Blakely, whose wife died of pancreatic cancer on May 23, 2018. “For 34 years I shared my life with an angel,” Blakely wrote of his wife, who was formerly of Nashville. The two had attended Maple Valley schools and married on July 28,1984. “Ever since, Wendy has been a part of my life,” he said, “there wasn’t single day that I didn’t witness her devoting her time and energy to those around her with myself and our two children, Owen and Olivia, at the cen­ ter of that love.” After graduating from nursing school in 1989, she Vegas in November. After some testing and consulting with the oncologist, we determined that Wendy’s cancer was untreatable, and that chemo would not cure, but only prolong, her condi­ tion. “After only one chemo treatment, Wendy felt that it took too much ofher zest for life out of her and decided to have no more treatments. She just wanted to enjoy all of the time that she had left with her usual fun, loving spirit. We would only have a short three months to enjoy her final days together.” She died on May 23,2018, five days after her 54th birth­ Wendy Blakely is shown here with her husband, Rusty, and their two children, day, he said. Owen and Olivia. (Photo provided by Rusty Blakely.) She donated her organs as a last gesture to the medical began her career at Pennock where she continued her severe shock to all of us,” he field that she loved, he noted. said, “as Wendy was other­ “Now each day is a strug­ Hospital. She served as a work in Sarasota. In March 2018, she was wise in perfect health. She gle for me to live without the registered nurse there for nearly 22 years. They moved diagnosed with stage 4 pan­ had even recently just com­ one person who filled my life to Florida in January 2011, creatic cancer. “It came as a pleted a half marathon in Las with such meaning and pur- Business Services MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Charles Warren Lewis, Jr. 2012 NASHVILLE, MI Poultry Fair Pre-registrations due in the Charles (Chuck/Charlie) Extension Office Warren Lewis, Jr., age 82, of May 11 1st Mandatory Goat Meeting for parents, 10 Nashville, passed away April a.m., Expo Center 25, 2019 with family at his May 13 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 side. p.m. He leaves behind his be­ May 13 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 loved wife Carla of 36 years. p.m., Expo Center Chuck’s children, Elizabeth May 14 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 Lewis, Charles III, Carey p.m., Extension Office (Bob) Van Den Top and step­ May 16 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center son, Bob (Christine) Mathe­ May 20 Barry County Dog Club Meeting, 6:30 p.m., son; his cherished eight check with leader for location grandchildren and 16 great May 27 Extension Office closed for Memorial Day grandchildren; brothers and May 30 Goat Showmanship Clinic, 7 p.m., Expo sisters, Rosalie (Ron) WeCenter sorick,, Dorothy sorc oroty Didrichsons, rc sons, May 30 Cat Fair Pre-registrations due in the Extension Patrick (Carol) Lewis, Anne Office (Jake) Spruit; sisters -in-law, Patricia Lewis, and Gayle (Don) Gardner and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and DR. THOMAS HOFFMAN friends. Chuck was preceded in of HASTINGS death by his parents, Charles Would Like to Welcome and Genevieve; his brothers, Kenneth and Michael; broth­ BOARD CERTIFIED er-in-law, Juris Didrichsons, NURSE PRACTITIONER and sister-in-law, Karen Lewis, sister-in-law, Janice Mangold and his first wife, DNPRNBC-GNP Sally (Tuffelmire). He was the eldest of sev­ Della comes to the practice en children. He started his with 35 years ofnursing career early following his experience, with the last dad’s footsteps as a pressman eight years as a Nurse at The Grand Rapids Press, Practitioner. She received retiring after 26 years and her Doctorate Degree from continuing as a pressman at the University of Southern Detroit News and Lansing Indiana and her NP Masters State Journal. Degree from Michigan Chuck was an avid sports­ State University. She is man. He loved sharing his also an Assistant Professor hunting and fishing knowl­ at Grand Valley University. edge with his grandchildren May 7 DELLA HUGHES-CARTER Della will start accepting new patients in May of 2019. Call our office today to schedule your appoint­ ments. and others. His absolute fa­ vorite holiday was Halloween, he enjoyed seeing the smiles and excitements from the kids. Always a quick wit and a story to share, a tribute to his Irish heritage. Chuck and Carla enjoyed traveling through the Southwestern states and loved the laid back lifestyle. The family wishes to thank the staff at Thomapple Man­ or, for taking such excellent care ofChuck. Memorial mass of Chris­ tian burial was held at St. Cyril Catholic Church, Nash­ ville, on Friday May 3, with Father Stephen Phillip offici­ ating. Memorial contributions can be made to the Michigan ofNatural Resource/Wildlife Habitat Improvement. Enve­ lopes available and the funer­ al home. Arrangements made by Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. “Invite us in. We’ll bring RESULTS!” Sally Magoon, Associate Broker 225 S M37 Hwy, Suite 2 Hastings, MI (269) 945-3401 ^Thomas m. Hoffman, M.d. 269-986-5737 smagoonrealestate@gmail.com Weichert R E A i. T O R S’ Emerald Properties /jrA oilin'tnrJeprnrimth onnrd andoperated. 111 N. Bostwick Avenue Charlotte, Ml 48813 www.welchertemerald.com Office: (517) 543-7363 pose,” Blakely wrote. “Her joy and laughter that once filled our home is now replaced by silence, like a church without a choir.” Blakely said he hopes to raise enough money to create an endowment called Wendy Jo Blakely Je t’aime Pancreatic Cancer Fund through Johns Hopkins Medicine. In order to set up a permanent fund in her name, Blakely said he needs to raise $100,000 in the next five years. Even if that goal is not reached, all proceeds from the event will still go to Johns Hopkins Medicine. An unofficial half-mile walk will follow the 5K. 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Voice students qualify for national championship L_ ™' »■«« *™t fcUWjHft Ife'.fefejWtt MUjtyi 'aqrt 0®® Taylor Owens Staff Writer Each of the 16 students Sing Studios took to the American Guild of Music Festival in Romulus April 26-28 qualified for the national competition this August. Sing Studios owner Sarah Vanderhoef said the competi­ tion had more contestants than the Village of Vermontville has residents. “Almost every one ofthem was phenomenal,” Vanderhoef said of her stu­ dents. The team brought home 31 trophies, including 11 firstplace, 12 second-place and eight third-place finishes across pop, Broadway, classi­ cal and ensemble categories. Vanderhoef said the average score for the competition was 85, and every Sing Studios student received a score higher than that average. Three trophies were from the open divisions, which Vanderhoef said are extreme­ ly difficult, and included sec­ ond place in pop and third place in Broadway for Sing Studios teacher Lucas Miller and second place classical for Gianna Weidig. Maple Valley students who won first place trophies were Garrett Pearson, in Broadway and quartet, and Holly Rosin in pop and quartet. “We are so proud of all of the work the entire team put in,” Vanderhoef said. The team has started train­ ing for the August AGM North American Championship in Ohio. Last year was the studio’s first AGM competition, and four students qualified for the national level, winning first and second place in the clas­ sical category. Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, May 6 Swiss steak, mashed potatoes & gravy, peas, dinner roll, apple. Tuesday, May 7 Turkey meatloaf w/gravy, baked sweet potato, mixed vegetables, orange. Wednesday, May 8 Hamburger, bun, potato salad, Soup D’Jour, banana, crackers. Thursday, May 9 Chicken fritters, macaroni and cheese, coleslaw, broccoli, ambrosia. Friday, May 10 Chicken breast quarters, au gratin potatoes, seasoned Brussels sprouts, dinner roll, fruit dessert. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, May 6 Turkey pasta salad, tomato cucumber salad, grapes, Goldfish Graham. Tuesday, May 7 Sliced turkey & Swiss cheese, sandwich thin, potato salad, Mandarin oranges. Wednesday, May 8 Turkey club salad, creamy pasta salad strawberries, M’iIW |MW Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, May 6 Hambuiger, bun, com, broccoli, banana. Tuesday, May 7 Turkey meatloaf, mashed potatoes, gravy, mixed vegetables, orange. Wednesday, May 8 Alaskan stuffed salmon w/ dill sauce, peas, sweet potato, apple. Thursday, May 9 Shepherd’s pie, mashed potatoes, Brussels sprouts, applesauce, lemon square. Friday, May 10 Oven fried chicken, cauliflower, spinach, mixed fruit. Activities Calendar Monday, May 6 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 am.; Sr. Group Exercise 9: 15 a.m.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 a.m.; TV Strings 10: 30 a.m.; Painting Group 1 p.m.; Move for Better Bal. PD 4:30 p.m. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m.; BP Checks. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. H.WJ4 - Reminiscence. Ttiesday, May 7 Hastings: Wii Bowlin g 9 am.; Line Dancing 9:30 am. ; Massage 10:30 am.-noon; BP Checks 10:30 am. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Wednesday, May 8 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 am.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 am.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 am.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. ; CCC 2:30-4:30 pm.; Move for Better Bal PD 4:30 pm.; Parkinson’s Support 5 pm. N/W: BP Checks Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Woodland: Card Games. Delton: Walking 11 am.-l pm.; Legal Aid 10:30 a.mNoon Thursday, May 9 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 am.; Music with Celia 10:30 am.; Brain Works 1 pm.; Sr. Zumba 4:30 p.m.; Zumba II 5:30 pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am.; TV Time. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 am.-l pm. Friday, May 10 Hastings: Mother’s Day Party. Pajama Party !! 10:30 am.-12:30 pm.; Bake Sale 9 am.-4 pm. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Maple Valley News tarn y,RtitOTta animal crackers. Thursday, May 9 Chicken salad, sandwich thin, pickled beets, applesauce. Friday, May 10 Taco salad, Mexican bean & rice salad, fruited jello. Published by... Local students receive KCC Outstanding Bruin Awards Kellogg Community College recognized four dozen of the college’s top students during its annual Outstanding Bruin Awards ceremony April 16. The ceremony each year recognizes students’ out­ standing achievement in their fields of study. Award win­ ners are selected by the facul­ ty and administrators from the department that corre­ sponds with each award; awards also are given to the overall outstanding full- and part-time graduates in each of the college’s two academ­ ic divisions. To qualify for an academic Outstanding Bruin Award, students must major or exhib­ it interest in their respective award areas; earn a 35 or higher grade point average in their award area; demonstrate significant creative growth; and exhibit a high degree of participation in and/or contri­ butions to the department activities in one or more capacities. Local residents were recip­ ients of instructional division awards, including: Anthony Aber, of Bellevue, Outstanding Emergency Medical Services student Barbara Burdick, of Bellevue, Outstanding Office Information Technology graduate. In addition to academic departmental awards, KCC also presenting the follow­ ing student and community services division awards: Dawson Morgan, of Bellevue, All-Michigan Academic Team. Daniel Ohler, ofNashville, Golden Hammer Award. This award honors a student who has faced many obstacles and barriers but always finds a way to persist onward. The award is given to a student who is resilient and known for busting barriers. The Tech Club received the Program of the Year Award. Members include Jacob Pestun of Bellevue, and Battle Creek residents Bethany Behrens, Danh Huu Do and Ashley Wild. The Program of the Year Award recognizes an event, project or program planned during the academic year that has had a positive impact on stu­ dents. Ashley Earle and Daniel Ohler of Nashville, along with Corey Gilbert of J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com • Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com Hillsdale and Izaac Smith of Battle Creek, represent­ ed The Gathering when they accepted the Registered Student Organization of the Year Award. The award rec­ ognizes an organization that stands out among other stu­ dent organizations based on its programming, spirit, and overall contributions to the college. 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Weichert Weichert REAL T O :R; ff Emerald Properties Each office independently owned and operated Your Host: Sally Magoon Associate Broker 269-986-5737 www.weichertemerald.com K&'JI.* Ait T Q IT 8T.?A|| Emerald Properties Each office independently owned and operated Your Hosts: Zac & Nicole Soderberg 517-927-2256 www.weichertemerald.com �Page 4 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday. May 4,2019 Syrup festival narrowly dodges bad weather Tayior Owens StaffWriter The weather forecasts for Saturday of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival includ­ ed cold weather, rain and snow, but it held out long enough for visitors to enjoy the day. “Praise God the weather held out,” said Grand M_ _arsh_al _Cheryl - S—heridan. Although rides had to be shut down a bit early on Saturday when the rain start­ ed, it didn’t have a major effect on the festival events. Sheridan and other festival regulars said they thought it had a slight impact on atten­ dance over the weekend. Lois Hammonds, who « organiz«ed..th.e ch.ic- k.en dinner at the Vermontville Community Center, said the sales were a little slower than usual, but it still went well. The dinner was run by members of Chasing Purple 4-H club and their families, and Hammonds said it went just as smoothly, ifnot moreso, behind the scenes, com­ Everett and Lydia Hill show off the Children’s Parade theme, "Maple Syrup: Nature’s Greatest Show on Earth” p_a__r_e__dj j -to_- p_ a_ s_t -experiences when others ran the dinner. “We had a lot of returning people who said they were glad it was back,” Hammonds said. Band Boosters President Holly Berkimer said the pan­ cake fundraiser had a good turnout, despite the weather. The festival also was a suc­ local Church Schedule 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School................................. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship............ .................. 11 Evening Worship..... ................... 6 p Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................................... 7 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship........................................ 11 .Evening Worship.......................................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service................................ 6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, . Phone: (517) 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110S. Main St, Vermontville, Ml 49096 9617 E. Baseline Rd. (517)726-0258 (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service...................................... 9 a.m. Sunday School.......................... 1030 a.m. (Nursery Provided) and many other activities. Phone (269) 963-7710 Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 1030 am., 6:00 p m ; Wed. 630 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. . 10: 00 a.m 11: 00 am hurch Service Fellowship Wo matter who you are, or where you are on Ute'sjourney, you are welcome here." Youth Groups, Bible Study A Spirit-filled Church Meeting st the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 930 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 930 a.m. NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: Worship Service......................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............................ 11:00 a.m. .............................. 9:15 am. Morning Prayer Adult Sunday School: 10:50 am. PASTOR KAREN KINNEY United Methodist Women: 517-852-2043 Worship ............................................9:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-588-8415 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: ................ n ................. 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE 7p.m. 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 4 miles west of Nashville (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................... 830 a.m (1/2 mile East ofM-66, We seek to feed the hungry, 5 ml. south of Nashville) both spiritually and physically. Sunday School GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. 8043 E M-79 Highway, 8593 Cloverdale Road REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR PASTOR PEGGY BAKER A.M. Worship P.M. Worship KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH A.M. Service... .. 10 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School............................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service....................................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service................................................... 6 Wed. Service................................................. 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................. 930 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Mickey Cousino Worship Service 11 a Sunday Evening Service................... 6 p.m. Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-785-5322 P.M. Service... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH ..................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Comer of Baseline 4 Church Roads ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES The Maple Valley Marching Band plays in the Grand Parade. CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Neppr xrt vvu yeuar will hbe the ROfl 8R0Otflh anniversary of the syrup fes­ tival, and Vermontville Maple Syrup Corp, member and organizer MaryAnn Hayes said they hope to have something special for the occasion. The 2019 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen Josey Terpening and Alternate Austynn Fears wave to the hundreds who came out to see the Grand Parade. The Battle Creek Shrine Club Mini-T Patrol rides in the Grand Parade. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH cess for the annthloiroetiirc- >w»cfr»c bwo»ocsftre»rsc, > who sold french fries on South Main Street. “It was an overwhelming success — and they sold out of fries,” Berkimer said. The athletic boosters plan to con­ tinue the french fry sales at the festival next year, and at other community events and festivals. Wed. Evening Service................ 630 p.m. AWANA............................. 630-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH .Worship M-79 West 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 1030 a.m. PASTOR ROBERT HOMAN 269-763-3120 �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, May 4, 2019 — Page 5 ns® The crowd seemed a bit smaller than usual sometimes on Saturday during the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival, but numbers increased for the Grand Parade. The Glen Erin Pipe Band, made up of Celtic musicians from across mid-Michigan, marches in the Grand Parade. Delle Kistler cooks pancakes for the Maple Valley Band Boosters in the Vermontville Township Fire Barn. Tony Joostberns and Tai Gearhart cook french fries for the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters. DOOR BUSTERS John-ln-A-Box Toilet Includes wax ring, closet bolts, and toilet set. ADA Compliant. 1008358 $9999 Quantities are limited. While supplies last. Wireless Doorbell Kit Features 2 sound chimes and a push button. 75 de f 100’. 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J*‘*fftt J# $099 9881129 $4999 ^HOMETOWNZhanna Reid holds a lamb for visitors at the Vermontville Junior Farmers Petting Zoo. d $39" 219 S. State in Nashville 517-852-0882 LUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. VISA BuyNeorby �Page 6—Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, May 4,2019 Backstreet Barometer’ was a well-read ‘News’ feature Memories This column by the late Susan Hinckley was printed in the April 18, 1989, Maple Valley News. She wrote: Mention the words “Backstreet Barometer” to any reader ofthis paper who has perhaps a touch ofgray in his or her hair, and they will tell you ofan entertain­ ing editorial column that ran in the pages ofthis sheetfor some 30 years. The late Donald F. Hinderliter started writing the column after he bought The Nashville News (fore­ runner of the Maple Valley News) in 1941. When he sold out 15 years later, it was continued by his successor, John Boughton. In his column, editor Hinderliter was never afraid to poke fun at himself, and his ability to pen words that were entertaining, as well as enlightening and inspiring, made his column a favorite among readers. Many have said it was the first thing they turned to when each new weekly issue rolled off the presses. Some of Hinderliter’s col­ umns from the early 1940s reflect those dangerous and difficult times of World War II. He frequently spoke of Nashville people in the Armed Services, and wrote of things that might interest them. (The News was sent Hinderliter, editor-publisher of the Nashville News from 1941-1956, in his column about his OPA troubles called himself “the walkingest little old beanpole you ever tried to keep up with.” Without gas ration coupons, he could haul the weekly News mailing to the post office in a wheelbarrow. The editor is seen in the center of this 1950s photo of a local band concert audience. At right is Kenneth Kistner, high school principal at that time. Before coming to Nashville, Hinderliter, a native of Jessup, Iowa, had published the Herald at Quincy, Mich. free to all local men and women in the service.) He also talked of difficulties of those times on the home front, as when he wrote the following column in January 1945. For the next few weeks, we will take a look at a few of those Hinderliter There are inequities in the rationing programs of World War II, but without such a plan, said Nashville News editor Donald F. Hinderliter in 1945, “Our nation would now be in chaos.” In one of his charming “Backstreet Barometer” columns, Hinderliter detailed his own problems with the Office of Price Administration, which governed the plan. This scene looking south shows Nashville’s Main Street just a few years before the war. The Hi-Speed gasoline station, at left, is now the site of the laundromat. “Barometers” that endeared this mild-mannered country editor to his loyal fans, and earned respect for him even among those who may have disagreed with his views. “Weakly Pome” Small-town editors shouldn’t express indignations; Then the OPA wouldn’t Take away their A-rations. announces the Maple Valley Alumni Banquet 2019 At Maple Valley High School, May 18, 2019 4 pm Social Hour, 6 pm Dinner Honored Classes include: Class of 1994 - 25 years Class of 1969 - 50 years Class of 1959 - 60 years - Vermontville High School and Nashville High School Class of 1949 - 70 years - Vermontville High School and Nashville High School Honored Faculty: Mr. Chris Ricketts - Celebrating 50 Years of Teaching Maple Valley students, 1969 - 2019 Honored Staff: Tony Wawiernia - Assistant Coach, 1981 to present Getyour invitation now! Call Pat Hickey @ 517-231-1354, stop in either local library, email MapleValleyAlumnifSgmail.com, or stop in at either location of Court-Side! Find us on Facebook at “Maple Valley Alumni Association’ Since your humble corre­ spondent has been making the daily newspapers in a notorious sort of a way, it seems no more than right to take notice of the matter in this comer, where the whole thing started. You may possibly recall the column we printed last August in which gasoline rationing was discussed and our own experiences men­ tioned in particular. We stat­ ed that we had accepted two “R” coupons from a farmer, and in much the same man­ ner in which an autobiogra­ pher might embellish his life story with a few exploits bor­ rowed from others, we also mentioned having filled up once on black market gaso­ line. That part was purely fictitious and we explained so when the OPA sent their special investigator down to investigate us specially. However, the OPA contin­ ued to press the charge, prac­ tically ignoring the “R” cou­ pon business after we refused to identify the farmer who gave us the coupons. In the end they adjudged us guilty and, according to press dis­ patches, have suspended our “A” rations. Since “A” rations is all we have had for many moons, we had practi­ cally learned to do without gasoline anyway and the penalty is not going to be too painful. Being unable to appear in Grand Rapids for our hear­ ing, which was set for the last Wednesday (press day at the News,) we wrote a letter to the attorney in charge of the case. The first we knew of the judgement and sen­ tence was Friday morning, when Elmer Williams of the Detroit Times called to get our side of the case. A little later the . Battle Creek Enquirer and News called, both papers having received the dispatch from the Grand Rapids district OPA office. 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Without a program of rationing or price control, our nation by now would be in chaos. The fact remains, however, that a great many crackpots have had a hand in running the organization. For the people who serve on the local boards we have, in general, a great deal of respect. They have given unselfishly of their time and energy and have served without compensation in the interest of their country and their fellow citizens. Theirs is a thankless job at the best, and they couldn’t hope to please everyone. When they have made seemingly stupid and unfair decisions, the fault generally has rested with some OPA official higher up. Take, for instance, the case of the father who wanted enough extra gasoline to enable him to visit his little daughter in Pennock Hospital. The men who refused him are not mon­ sters; they merely were fol­ lowing a code laid out by the office in which they serve. Ask any one of them if he thinks it right to give the motorboat owners more gas than they request or can use in a season and then refuse gas to a father whose little upon which our nation was know what sort of answer founded and exercise our you’ll get. rights. They don’t approve of There is a vast difference The Maple Valley varsity defensive effort from her home against Olivet and then such things but, after all, they in being “agin” everything girls ’ soccer team picked up a teammates. go to Carson City-Crystal for have to follow regulations. and having a critical look at l-0 Greater Lansing Maple Valley returned to a non-conference game That’s the trouble with our everything. We believe every Activities Conference win action May 2 at Stockbridge, Wednesday. Portland will million and one regulations American is duty bound to over visiting Perry in falling 4-0 to the host host the Lions May 10. - they have no flexibility to take an interest in i every Nashville Thursday, April 25. Panthers in a steady rain. Last night we traveled to allow for difference in cases. branch of his government. Lauren Upright scored for The Panthers came out Stockbridge and played in There are people who On matters of policy, wheth­ strong in the second half, the rain. Score was 0-0 at the think it is unpatriotic to criti­ er it be foreign policy or the Lions. Sydney Skelton, the Lions’ scoring all four oftheir goals half but Stockbridge came cize any branch or office of domestic regulations, a good goalkeeper, earned the shut in the final 40 minutes. out strong in the second half the government. Such think­ citizen should have convic­ out but only needed to make The Lions are slated to and won 4-0 ing is not consistent with tions and it is healthful for two saves thanks to a strong return to action Monday at democracy. Personally,, we him to discuss such matters love our country with a love with others. We do not all see that is, if anything, too strong eye to eye and that is a fine for our own peace of mind. thing. The fact that it is our coun­ We Americans always try and our forbears have have liked to argue; once we helped build it, have fought had to fight a civil war to for it and died for its protec­ settle an argument. But tion, gives us a right to watch through it all through the 79,h Annual VERMONTVILLE jealously over its administra­ questionable years ahead, we tion. While we have some­ have nothing to fear if we thing approaching reverence will remember what our for the Supreme Court of the nation stands for. United States, even that august body is composed of human beings, fellow PUBLISHER’S Americans, who have been NOTICE: chosen by us, all of us, to do All real estate advertising in this newspaper is a job. Ifwe consider theirjob subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ anything but well done, we gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or Thank you to all of the Members and Committee Chairs of the have a right and duty to say discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or so. Vermontville Syrup Corporation, the Village of Vermontville and it’s marital status, or an intention, to make any such There has been too much preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial staff, everyone who helped collect sap and work in the production status includes children under the age of 18 living of a trend away from democ­ with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women of. maple syrup. We would also like to thank Businesses, Service racy in America in recent and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept years and it is the fault of the Groups, Churches and Community Members for their contributions any advertising for real estate which is in viola­ people. From time to time a tion of the law. Our readers are hereby informed to the Festival. It is the work of everyone that produces such a great that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are reader of the News will say, available on an equal opportunity basis. To report community event. “How do you dare print discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone num ­ that?” expressing amazement ber for the hearing impaired is I-800-927-9275. We had a very successful year and a wonderful event. that we dare to write critically of some governmental Steve Hayes, Corporation President bureau. We still enjoy free­ dom of speech and freedom of the press here in America, but something or other in recent years seems to have OFFICE OF THE EATON COUNTY DRAIN COMMISSIONER cowed a great many people into forgetting the fact. When enough of us have NOTICE OF DAY OF REVIEW OF DRAINAGE DISTRICT BOUNDARIES gotten that feeling, the peoAND DAY OF REVIEW OF APPORTIONMENTS ple who covet power and want a dictatorship will have a beautiful opportunity to do SHELLHORN AND REAHM INTERCOUNTY DRAIN away with those two free­ doms in fact as well as in DATE: May 9, 2019 fancy. America is not gone leftist TIME: :00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. or communistic and there is not going to be war between LOCATION: aton County Administrative Offices the classes. 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The Day ofReview is an opportunity to review the Drainage District boundaries of the Shellhom and Reahm Intercounty Drain Drainage District and the apportionment ofbenefit with the Drain Commissioner or a staffmember. A map ofthe proposed Drainage District boundary revisions can be found on the Eaton County website at: https://www.eatoncounty. org/departments/drain-commisisoner. The Drain Commissioner, engineers, and/or other staffmembers will be available to assist individuals throughout the day, and make revisions where necessary. There is no need to schedule an appointment for a specific time on the Day ofReview. A general description of the lands by section number proposed to be added or deleted from the Drainage District as recommended by a licensed professional engineer or surveyor is as follows: Drain Name Municipalities Shellhom and Reahm Tntercounty Drain__ Sunfield Township Portions of Sections Added Portions of Sections ... JRem6oved The computation of costs for the Drain will also be available at the Day ofReview. Drain assessments are collected in the same manner as property taxes and will appear on your winter tax bill. Ifdrain assessments are being collected for more than one (1) year, you may pay the assessment in foil with any interest to date at any time and avoid further interest charges. Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the Day of Review should contact the Drain Commissioner’s Office at the number noted above (voice) or through the Michigan Relay Center at 7-1-1 (TDD) at least 24 hours in advance ofthe Day ofReview to request mobility, visual, hearing or other assistance. You may appeal the Drain Commissioner’s decision to revise the district boundary to the Eaton County Circuit Court within ten (10) days. You also may appeal the Drain Commissioner’s determination of apportionments to the Eaton County Probate Court within ten (10) days. Richard Wagner Eaton County Drain Commissioner �Page 8 — Just Say ’As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 4. 2019 Olivet bests Lions in GLAC series finale Olivet scored eight runs in the bottom of the first inning and went on to 9-3 win over the visiting Maple Valley varsity baseball team in a make-up game Friday at Olivet High School. The Eagles only had three more hits than the Lions in the bailgame, but a hit batter, a walk, a Lion error and a dropped third strike helped the Eagles keep their rally alive in that opening frame. Olivet scored seven of its eight runs in the first inning after two were out. Lion starting pitcher Noah Hansen was charged with pme CodkiJ Jack S Judy1! Country Kettle Cafe < 113 N. Main, 517-852-9700 eight runs in two innings on the mound, but only two of them were earned. He struck out four and walked one while giving up six hits. Lane Morris threw four innings of relief for the Lions, allowing just one unearned run on four hits and a walk. He struck out three. Gavin Booher was 2-of-4 out of the lead-off spot for the Lions, with a single and a double. He scored one run. Austin Zank doubled once and scored two runs, Gregg Richardson, Hansen, Nick Osborne and Morris had the Lions’ other hits. Morris drove in two runs. The Eagles ten hits includ­ ed a double and nine singles.k in the seventh. He struck out one. The Lions took one of three from the Olivet boys during their GLAC series. The Lions were rained out this week trying to get in GLAC ballgames with Leslie. The Lions were slated to host the Blackhawks for two games Friday (May 3) in Vermontville and are sched­ uled to be on the road for a league doubleheader at Lansing Christian Monday. During storytime, Darcie Kelly plays a game that focuses on identifying words that start with the letter H. 'Madiera ‘Day i& Sunday, ‘May 12tA A mother’s love is ours to keep - what a priceless thing to know. Her thoughts stay with us through the years no matter where we go. 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This program is meant for children ages birth to preschool. The program runs on Fridays three weeks of each month; including May 10,17 and 24. For the month of May, a special project is being planned in partnership with the Nashville Sesquicentennial Celebration. When the library’s Sewing Lab is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on May 11, and 5 to 7 p.m. on May 23, guests will have the opportunity to create aprons. While these aprons may be made for personal use, par­ ticipants are encouraged to wear their apron, at Nashville’s Sesquicentennial Celebration in August. Any community members inter­ ested in creating an apron should bring in a plain white bed sheet (or similar fabric) to create an apron. More information is avail­ able at 517-852-9723 or by contacting Assistant Director of Programming Sydney Khouri at skhouri@putnamlib.org. Lions get wins over Pilgrims during rainy tri at MVHS Wind and rain didn’t slow the Lions down much Tuesday as they hosted a Greater Lansing Activities Conference tri with Lakewood and Lansing Christian. The Lakewood varsity boys’ and girls’ track and field teams were both 2-0 on the day against the Lions and Pilgrims. The Maple Valley teams both earned victories over their foes from Lansing Christian. Maple Valley athletes set 19 season or personal bests on the afternoon. “They seemed prepared for the rain and were deter­ mined to perform in their last home meet of the year,” Maple Valley head coach Matt Gordeneer said. “Just being at home, in a familiar environment definitely helps.” A little tailwind doesn’t hurt either. The top three girls in the long jump all set a new personal record in the event. Lakewood senior Patsy Morris won it with a mark of 14 feet 85 inches, just edging Lion senior Mckayla Weiler who was second at 14-65. Lakewood junior Kristine Possehn was third at 14-3.75. The top two guys in the event set new personal records too, with Maple Valley, .senior .Trisjin Clark flying 19-10.5 to win it. Lakewood sophomore Garrett Stank was second at 19-1. Lions won three ofthe five field events int eh boys’ meet. Derek Myers, a freshman, set a new personal record in win­ ning the high jump at 5-4. The Lions’ AJ Raymond won the pole vault by getting over the bar at 9-6. The Maple Valley girls’ team had its two best high jumpers unleash their best jumps of the season. Sophomore Ashlyn Wilkes won it at 5-0 and junior team­ mate Elizabeth Colyer was second at 4-4. Wilkes quali­ fied to participate in the Lansing Honor Roll Meet with the 5-0- jump, and if she can match it at regional s at the end of the season will qualify for the Division 3 Lower Peninsula State Finals. Clark’s winning jump in the boys’ long jump was just shy ofthe honor roll and state qualifying marks. The Maple Valley girls closed out the day with the team of Hanna Kinney, Britani Shilton, Jamie Steele and Wilkes winning the 1600-meter relay in 5 min­ utes .39 seconds. Steele, a freshman, cut more than 13 seconds from her previous best time in the 1600-meter run, despite a downpour .during, the, race. She hit the finish line in first place with a time of 6:05.15; Steele also won the 800meter run in 2:57.66. The Lions’ senior hurdler Shilton won the 100-meter hurdles in 17.72 seconds and the 300-meter low hurdles in 54.49. Wilkes also won the 200meter dash in 29.34. Clark had runner-up fin­ ishes for the Lions in the boys’ sprints. He finished the 100-meter dash in 12.18 and the 200 in 24.43. Lion sophomore Hunter Bassett had a runner-up time of 19.41 in the 110-meter high hurdles. The Maple Valley girls were sixth and the boys eighth last Friday (April 26) at Ovid-Elsie’s Marauder Lions Club Invitational. Wilkes won the high jump for the Maple Valley girls at 4-11 and set a new personal record in both the prelims of the 100-meter dash and the 200-meter dash. She placed sixth in the 200-meter dash and fourth in the 400-meter dash. Shilton won the 100-meter hurdles and placed fifth in the 300 hurdles. Steele was fourth in the 1600-meter run and seventh in the 800. Clark placed fifth in both the 100 and the 200 for the Lion boys’ team and third int eh long jump. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-05-11.pdf ab00bf8042b261d057734dc3f4d5c084 PDF Text Text Hastings Public Library 227 E State Street Hastings Ml 4905S Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 19, May 11,2019 Nashville hires new police officer Fuller Street students participate in ACES Taylor Owens Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council approved the hiring of 12-year veteran police officer Keath Bartynski during a meeting Thursday. A resident of Lansing, Bartynski was detective in charge of the narcotics unit at the Highland Park Police Department in Detroit. Nashville Police Chief Chris Koster, who recom­ mended Bartynski, said he has received numerous awards, including two Meritorious Mentions for Commendable Service, two Exemplary Service Citations and an award for Outstanding Performance. Koster said Bartynski sought the police officer’s post in Nashville because he was looking for a shorter commute and a change of pace in a smaller communi­ tyAlso at the meeting, the board moved to apply for a grant from the Barry County Parks and Recreation Board for a metal archway sign and a concrete base for a rock to hold a marker com­ memorating Emory Parady, for whom the park will be named. If the village receives the grant, the project will cost the village $1,464.60. But village officials also unani­ mously voted to move for­ ward with the project even if they do not receive the grant. In that case, the proj­ ect will cost $5,858.38. A number ofactivities are scheduled to occur in the park during the sesquicentennial celebration, and the village and sesquicentennial committee are working to improve the park before the event this August. Students carry a banner made by first grade teacher Tammi King to promote All Children Exercising Simultaneously. Visitors to the Student Showcase will be able to drive robots, learn wrestling moves and more. A year of learning on display The second annual Student Showcase for the public to see Maple Valley student projects and accomplish­ ments from throughout the year will be at the high school from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday, May 13. Included this year is an art show, featuring recent Michigan Industrial and Technology Education Society award winners in numerous categories, includ­ ing stained glass. The gym­ nasiums will be filled with nearly 100 different displays, many of which are interac­ tive, including basketball skills competitions and corn­ hole tournaments. Spectators also will be able to drive robots devel­ oped by the robotics team, pet animals from the FFA, and sample various foods by multiple groups and organi­ zations. Guests can choose to be featured in videos, create digital music, have make-up done, or watch art produced. Other interactive activities include playing video games and learning wrestling moves with a member of the high school wrestling team. The auditorium will fea­ ture music all evening, start­ ing with individual solos and small groups, beginning at 5 p.m. Thejazz band and choirs will perform at 7 p.m., fea­ turing some additional out­ standing soloists. DECA also will be serving freshly ground and brewed coffee to keep visitors moving. The students were planned to walk through downtown Nashville, but rain caused a change of venue to inside Fuller Street school. Taylor Owens Staff Writer Fuller Street students marched through school hall­ ways Wednesday morning with kids all across the world. All Children Exercise Simultaneously started in 1989, and encourages mil­ lions ofyoungsters in over 50 countries to exercise on May 1. Principal Cindy Trebian said she was disappointed the students weren’t able to walk in downtown Nashville due to the rain, but they walked a few laps around the school instead. Lions get in two with Pilgrims, victorious in both Maple Valley swept its Greater Lansing Activities Conference doubleheader at Lansing Christian Monday, scoring 8-0 and 8-0 wins over the Pilgrims. Noah Hansen tossed the shutout in the opener for the Lions, striking out 12 in seven innings. He allowed four hits and walked two. The Lions chipped away at Lansing Christian, scoring run in the first, a run in the second, two in the third, two in the fourth and two more in the sixth. The Lions had six hits. A double by Lane Morris was the only extra-base hit of the bailgame. Hansen, Austin Zank, Gavin Booher, Jonathan Rosenberg and Blaze Sensiba each singled for the Lions. Booher, Richardson, Hansen and Morris had one RBI each. Booher scored three runs and drove in one out of the leadoff spot. He had his one sin- gle and walked once. Zank took over on the mound in game two and kept the strike outs coming. He fanned 11 Pilgrims, allowing one unearned run on one hit. He didn’t walk a batter. The lions’ ten hits were all singles. Richardson, Rosenberg and Sensiba had two each. Hansen was 1-for1 with a walk and drove in three runs. Morris, Nick Osborne, David HosackFrizzell and Rosenberg had one RBI each. The two teams met again in Vermontville Wednesday. That bailgame was post­ poned with the Pilgrims lead­ ing 10-5. The Lions got one of two in Friday with Leslie, scoring a 7-1 win over the Blackhawks in Vermontville before game two was paused with Leslie leading 7-4 after four innings. In This Issue Fuller Street Elementary benefits from community service project Lions continue to drop times, add distance, in dual at Olivet Valley girls score ten-run win at Battle Creek Central Lions beat Olivet and Perry again �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 11,2019 Kimborly Sue Musser Jeffrey Alan Starring CHARLOTTE, MI- Jef­ frey Alan Starring, age 52, of Charlotte, passed away on May 5,2019 at his home. Jeff was bom June 13, 1966 in Hastings, the son of Robert and Judy (Aldrich) Starring. He graduated from Maple Valley High School in 1984, and from Kellogg Community College in 1986. Growing up, he enjoyed playing baseball, basketball, and playing the drums in the school band. He played on the K.C.C. Bruins baseball team in 1985 and 1986. He manned Deb Callendar in 1996 and had one daughter, Shayna Starring. He was Michigan State fan. Jeff enjoyed traveling to Onekama on weekends, connecting with friends on Facebook, and he really en­ joyed a good campfire. He loved listening to his favorite bands Amperage and "DTC with friends. His proudest moments were watching and coaching his daughter Shayna in softball. Jeff worked at Kellogg’s and Kendall Electric until . 2018. Jeffwas preceded in death by his grandparents, Leonard and LaVance Aldrich, Harry and Bertha Starring, and his first wife, Deb Callendar. He is survived by his parents, Bob and Judy Starring of Vermontville; daughter, Shayna Starring (Zach) of Battle Creek; sister, Beth Knoll (Doug) of Nashville; Aunt Linda Aldrich ofGrand Ledge; nephews, Kyle and Aaron Knoll, and special friend, Rosemary Oakely Newell. According to his wish’s cremation has taken place and there will be no services. Memorial contributions can be made to the Maple Valley High School Baseball Team or to a charity ofchoice. Arrangements have been entrusted to Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Dorothy Garrison MARSHALL, MI - Dor­ Funeral arrangements have othy Garrison, age 87, of been entrusted to the Daniels Marshall passed away Sat­ Funeral Home in Nashville. urday, May 4, 2019 at Grand For further details please Vista Assisted Living in Mar­ visit our website at www. shall. danielsftmeralhome.net SPRING CLEAN UP SALE en\ fw HAIR • NAILS • PRODUCT ~X Kim was bom on August 23, 1962 to her parents Mary and Marvin. This miraculous day started the 56 year legacy that was her life. Kim was the kind of per­ son who loved fiercely and gave generously to everyone around her. Her very best friend was her younger sister Tammy. The two grew up to­ gether with their mama Mary until she married Charles Mead gaming three more sis­ ters: Pam, Laura (Mike), and Karen. Coming later there were many beloved nieces/ nephews as well great nieces/ nephews. In addition she had two adoring uncles, Kenneth (D’Joni) and Michael. In 1977 The family moved to the Maple Valley school district where she met her lifelong friends and began building her “tribe.” She was the most loyal of friends, always making plans to spend time with her people and live life to the absolute fullest. On November 1st, 1985 she gave birth to her daugh­ ter Cashel (Joshua) and be­ gan the next part ofher story. She was a selfless, loving, adoring mother who made sure her daughter knew her worth and never wanted for anything. In November of 1993, she began dating the love of her life Roland Musser and the two were married on March 17, 1995 in Charlotte. Kim and Rowdy built a family together where she extend­ ed her heart to love four more children: April (Pat­ rick), Buddy (Brittney), Al­ len (Samantha), and Andrew (Elizabeth). She loved them immeasurably taking time to build special relationships with each ofthem thus grow­ ing her legacy and model­ ing an example to everyone around her of selflessness, unconditional love and devo­ tion. Kim was proud of her children and the life she and Rowdy built together. The most meaningful and fullest moments ofKim’s life happened when she became a MiMi to her 17 grandchil­ dren: Haili, Cody, Lexxis, Hope, Anna, Caleb, Jay, Makenna, Miley, Wyatt, Isa­ belle, Olivia, Talon, Gaven, Parker, Kameryn, and Autom. MiMi had the biggest heart when it came to spoil­ ing and loving her grandba­ bies. In addition, she was an adoring “Aunt Kimmie’to her nephew Anthony (Aman­ da) and their children Seth and Madelynn. Her love reached so far and she loved in such a pure way that inspired others around her to want to embody that It was the kind of love and acceptance that built an un­ shakeable family unit. Aside from spoiling and spending time with her chil­ dren and grandchildren, Kim’s favorite thing in life was to make memories with her “people.” You could of­ ten find her and Rowdy on vacations and dates with all of their friends causing a ruckus with their countless shenanigans and sparing no amount oflaughter and love. Kim was a giver, for her whole career she served in an administrative capacity, often doing hard and thank­ less tasks with excellence. She volunteered her time serving Meals on Wheels to the elderly in the Lansing community for 15 years. In her death, Kim chose to con­ tinue her habit of giving by providing the ultimate gift of donating pieces ofherself so that others could go on to live and love as she did. Kimmie Sue is loved be­ yond measure and will be missed by everyone who knew her and had the op­ portunity to call her wife, daughter, mother, sister, aunt, mimi, and friend. A celebration ofKim’s life is being held on Saturday, May 11,2019. Visitation will be held at Daniel’s Funeral Home from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Funeral to follow at 1 p.m. Following the service a cel­ ebration oflife luncheon will be held at the VFW in Nash­ ville. Memorial contributions can be made to The Gift of Life and we would like to en­ courage everyone to become a donor as well. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Daniels Fu­ neral Home. W 207 N. Main St. • 517.852.0313 Ardath Wilcox Ardath Wilcox was bom April 27, 1925 to Leo and Ethel Hynes. She grew up on a farm near Woodbury, with her brothers Glendon, Cecil, and Lynwood (Lin­ dy). During the teen years and into early adulthood, the family gathered every Sun­ day night for music nights. They performed at local gatherings and events such as PTA nights. Ardath also sang at various venues with a women’s trio. After grad­ uating from Woodland High School in 1943, she took a job at Union Bank in Lake Odessa. Raymond Wilcox, her hus­ band of 71 years, was the love ofher life. They met at the free movies in Sunfield. They were married in 1947 and lived in the Sunfield area all their married life. Into their home, were bom Ken­ dall and Lorraine. Ardath delighted in being a stay at home mom and invested much ofher time as a school volunteer serving in band boosters and other parent or­ ganizations. She worked part time as a school librarian and later returned to Union Bank after her children graduated from school. Ardath was active in the Sunfield United Methodist Church helping with Vacation Bible School, Sunday School and kid’s choir. She enjoyed making floral arrangements for the church, playing pia­ no and singing in the choir, especially cantatas. She vol­ unteered as church treasurer for many years. She was an extremely generous woman and often gave anonymously to those in need. Ardath enjoyed many hobbies. She loved sewing, gardening, home canning, entertaining and all kinds of music. She learned to golf at the age of 54 and won the local league championship the next summer. Green and white became her favorite colors as she loved to attend MSU basketball with her husband Raymond and her brother Lindy and his wife Beth Hynes as season tick­ et holders. But her greatest pleasure was supporting her family in all their endeavors. Ardath and Raymond rarely missed an event. They became regular fans at Ma­ ple Valley, Lakewood and Portland following grand­ kids’ ball games, concerts and award programs. They made friends wherever they cheered and became team “grandparents” to many kids besides their own. The past two years, Ardath and Raymond were blessed with in home care by Elimi­ nate Care of Lake Odessa. Ardath enjoyed the compa­ ny of her caregivers as well as their gifts of word search books. She will be missed by her friends from Elimi­ nate. On Tuesday night she en­ joyed what she described as her “best birthday ever” with a family birthday dinner. Lat­ er that night, she had a stroke and passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Trust­ ing Christ as her Savior, she is now enjoying a stress and pain free life with Christ. Ardath was preceded in death by parents, Leo and Ethel Hynes; stepmother, Hildred Hynes; brothers, Glendon (Mary) Hynes, Ce­ cil Hynes; great granddaugh­ ter, Kyra Winslow; in-laws, Arlene Weeks, Donnie Wil­ cox, Paul Morehouse, Bon­ nie (Roy) VanHouten. She is survived by her husband of 71 years, Ray­ mond; her children, Kendall (Kerry) Wilcox; daughter, Lorraine (Brian) Benedict; seven grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. She is also survived by brother, Lynwood (Beth) Hynes; sis­ ter-in-law. Penny Hynes and many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life was held at her home church, Sunfield United Methodist Church on Tuesday, May 7, 2019 followed by a graveside service and a luncheon at the Sunfield United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, con­ tributions can be made to the Sunfield SPYS or the Sunfield United Methodist Monday Night Supper Fund which provides free meals to the community. Please visit a special page created for Ardath to leave a condolence for the family: www.RosierFuneralHome. com The family has entrusted the arrangements to the In­ dependent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield: Rosier Funeral Home. BURIALs. cremation BIlJQPilrtR ffi ___ «Biwca Motfo’&Vatyi&Siuulaty, 'Moy Country Kettle Cafe ; 113 N.. Main an, 517-852-9700 A mother’s love is ours to keep - what apriceless 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 mother’s love. State senator Bizon to visit Hastings May 20 FOR A GOOD HOME COOKED MEAL Bring Mom to the Country Kettle for Dinner She deserves the best! Ham & Yams _ £ Swiss Steak $|Q95 ¥ Roast Turkey Your Choice... XO Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Includes: Soup & Salad Bar, Pie & Drink Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! Have a very nice day Mom!.., Jack & Judy Sen. John Bizon, M.D., R-Battle Creek, will host office hours in Barry County May 20. Office hours are open to residents of the 19th Senate District to express their opin­ ions or concerns about state government or to request assistance with a state issue. Bizon will be available to meet with constituents between 10 and 11 a.m. in the Hastings City Hall coun­ cil chamber, 201 E. State St., Hastings. The 19th Senate District includes Barry, Calhoun and Ionia counties. More information is avail- able by calling Bizon’s office toll-free, 855-347-8019, or emailing SenJBizon@senate.michigan.gov. Residents unable to attend the office hours may write to Sen. John Bizon, P. O. Box 30036, Lansing, MI 48909-7536. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 11,2019 — Page 3 NEWS FROM THE EATON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Leaves of invasive black swallow-wort, which resembles common milkweed, are toxic to monarch caterpillars. (Photo provided) Invasive species workshop planned in Eaton County :^ix IMfyu 5.^4 l®#i!i|^j| ijtlSBf ^®jSj5u<'’ iM n ®MBh twit^jgr ; w WKS»li^ Kitaitlh .H dljMl K H .,ilH Jttt .r (MdUH if ’ 1* JlfiiHIhIiws ”* । SaHtH IW Jite n L®k , hfatfta® . riBBaW1 . feJi’USfl'Ssi W Jfete ’■ The Mid-Michigan Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area will host invasive species landowner workshops in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties in May. An invasive species is one that is not native and whose introduction causes harm, or is likely to cause harm to Michigan’s econo­ my, environment or human health. These workshops pro­ vide opportunities for local citizens to learn more about some locally common inva­ sive species and what they can do to help manage and reduce their spread. Clinton County — May 15 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Bengel Wildlife Center in Bath. Mid-Michigan CISMA staff and Dr. Pat Rusz will share information on some common invasive species and their impacts on wildlife. The workshop will take par­ ticipants on a short hike along the center’s nature trails to see examples. Ionia County — May 20 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Woodard Lake, 481 Conkey Drive, Fenwick. Mid­ Michigan CISMA staff will review of some common invasive species and host a “plant this, not that” discus­ sion to help participants select plants for their yards or gardens. Guests also will learn about the benefits of natural shorelines and how to plan for a natural shoreline on private property. Ingham County - May 22 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Ingham Conservation District in Mason. Mid-Michigan CISMA staff and local con­ servationist Dave Reicosky will provide information about invasive black swal­ low-wort and its impact on monarch butterflies, as well as identify some common invasive species. Details will be shared about an upcoming regional milkweed seed col­ lection project. Participants will be given milkweed seeds to take home. Eaton County — May 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Eaton Township Hall in Charlotte. Michigan CISMA staff will present an introduction of common invasive species and management options, as well as prevention steps to reduce the spread of invasive species. Light refreshments will be available at all workshops. Registration for the work­. shops is available at inghamconservation.com/mm-cisma or the Mid-Michigan CISMA Facebook events page, facebook.com/mmcisma. Questions may be direct­ ed to Erin Pavloski, regional invasive species coordina­ tor, erin.jarvie@macd.org or by calling 517-676-2290 ext . 2. In the past week, Eaton County Deputies have responded to 17 alarms, 15 car accidents, 34 citizen assists, 12 well-being checks, 22 domestic disputes, 79 shoplifting complaints, 14 larcenies, 12 civil com­ plaints, 10 operating while impaired incidents, 10 per­ sonal injury crashes, 24 prop­ erty damage crashes, 47 sus­ picious situations, 23 traffic hazards, 137 traffic stops, nine vacation checks and 36 traffic violations. Overall, responded to 803 calls for service and events. In 1962 President John F. Kennedy signed a proclama­ tion that designated May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day, and the week in which that date falls as Police Week. Currently, tens of thousands of law enforcement officers from around the world con­ verge on Washington, D.C., to participate in a number of planned events to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. One such even in which the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office participates in is the Police Unity Tour. Two pur­ poses of the unity tour are to raise awareness of law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty and to raise funds for the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial and Museum. For the tour, nearly 2,500 law enforcement offi­ cers nationwide annually ride bicycles hundreds of miles to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C., arriving during National Police Week. The Michigan Police Unity Team will be riding with the Police Unity Tour Chapter IX from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C., a bicy­ cle trek of approximately 300 miles. The Michigan Police Unity Team is composed of police officers from the Eaton, Ingham and Clinton county sheriff’s offices, Dewitt Township, Lansing, East Lansing, Michigan State University, Detroit and Dearborn police depart­ ments. AN Eaton County deputy will be riding to never forget the sacrifice and made by Eaton County officers: • Deputy Cleo Platt, killed in the line of duty Dec. 17, 1927. • Deputy Dean Foster, killed in the line of duty Jan. 1, 1967. • Deputy Don Rice, killed in the line of duty Dec. 10, 1985. We will be participating as honor guard for the National Law Enforcement Officer’s Candlelight Vigil on the National Mall May 13. With William Barr, attorney gener­ al of the United States, as guest speaker, we remember and honor the sacrifice ofthe 163 police officers killed nationally in the line of duty during 2018. This event is attended by more than 20,000 visitors. Additionally, Eaton County Undersheriff Jeff Cook will be participating in Washington, D.C., Police Week events as a member of the Metro Detroit Police and Fire Pipes and Drum Corps. I receive correspondence and Facebook posts weekly from Eaton County citizens letting me know how much they appreciated something one of our deputies did to help them during their time of need. Receiving your thanks and praise means a great deal to me and the Eaton County deputies who proudly serve you. Business Services For Sale BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING SEAMLESS gutter. 50 colors, free estimates. Since 1959 (269)945-0004. www.bleameaves.com AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/fann/ busi­ ness. Call Diamond Propane for a free quote. 866-579-9993. 2005 SUZUKI C90T, 1500cc, Black, 23k miles, newer tires, Mustang Seat. Very good con­ dition, $3,775. Call after 3pm (269)953-3232 BUYING ALL HARD­ WOODS: Walnut, White Oak, Hard Maple, Cherry. Paying top dollar. Call for pricing and Free Estimates. Will buy single walnut trees. Insured, liability & workman's comp. Fetterley Logging, (269)818-7793 Recreation 2005 SUZUKI C90T, 1500cc, Black, 23k miles, newer tires, Mustang Seat. 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Worship................................................ 11 Evening Worship.......................................... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................................... 7 Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship................................. 11 a.m. .Evening Worship.................................. 6 p.m. .Wednesday Family Night Service................................ 6:45 p.m. . Phone: (517) 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St, 10: 00 a.m.............................. Church Service Wo matter who you are, or where you are on life'sjourney, you are welcome here.' REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR 301 Fuller St, Nashville t»» Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. ,i Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & JL J* 4 Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. Nashville, Ml 49073 »“W girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.* information call 1-269-731-5194. For 8593 Cloverdale Road 4 miles west of Nashville (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................... 8:30 a.m We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE A Spirit-filled Church 6043 E. M-79 Highway, MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School Sunday: A.M. Worship............ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship.................................................. 7 p.m. PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org 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 RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 9:15 a.m. Worshi 517-588-8415 PEGGY BAKER Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange 517-852-2043 INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Common Prayer used for all services. (517) 726-0258 and many other activities. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES 2415 McCann Road PASTOR KAREN KINNEY KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 11: 00 a.m....................................... Fellowship Phone (269) 963-7710 PASTOR Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service........................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............................. 11:00 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: Vermontville, Ml 49096 Church Service...................................... 9 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Sunday School.............................. 1030 a.m. (Nursery Provided) t **>1*5 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM k®> * Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH .............. 10 A.M. Service.. ........ 11:15 P.M. Service.. ................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY . . . Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 9:30 a.m. Sunday Mass FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS 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 Sunday Evening Service ................. 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service... .......... 6:30 p.m. AWANA............................. 630-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. AM. Service.................................................. 11 P.M. Service................................................... 6 Wed. Service................................................. 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West .Worship 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denomlnatlonal) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR RICH MITTERUNG 517-231-3434 �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 11,2019 Fuller Street Elementary benefits from community service project Members of the Nashville Church of the Nazarene paint the front of Fuller Street Elementary on May 4. (Photo provided by Linda Powers) Bob Wendorf paints Fuller Street Elementary. (Photo by Taylor Owens) Tim Stuart pulls weeds from the flowerbeds at Fuller Street Elementary. (Photo provided by Linda Powers) Taylor Owens StaffWriter The Nashville Church of the Nazarene participated in its first annual “Love my Village” initiative by paint­ ing and gardening at Fuller Street Elementary and the school bus garage. “What they’re doing affects the students, the par­ ents, the teachers and the staff,” Director of Operations Pat Powers said. The “Love my Village” project involves 60 Nazarene churches performing local community service, Pastor Jeffrey Hodge said. He talk­ ed to Powers about what church members could do for the school, and Powers sug­ gested weeding the flower­ beds, painting the front of Fuller Street, and painting the parking lot poles at the bus garage. “We’re trying to give back to the community any way we can,” Hodge said. He said they hope to work on different community proj­ ects during future communi­ ty service days. Kalen Swift hangs splash guards at Fuller Street Elementary. (Photo by Taylor Owens) Valley girls score ten-run win at Battle Creek Central Do you have talent? We’re looking for you! Enter the Nashville Sesqui June Jamboree Talent Show to be held June 22! Open to all! Contestant age brackets are 4-9,10-13,14-17 and 18+. Applications available at Nashville150.org or at CourtSide Screen Printing, Putnam Library and the Vermontville Library. Deadline is June 8. The Maple Valley varsity softball team scored an 18-8 victory in a non-conference contest at Battle Creek Central Monday, the Lions’ first victory ofthe season. The Lions needed just five innings to score their 18 runs. Annika Braendbjerg, Addison Ramey and Kelsey Meyers drove in runs with hits in »the opening inning against the Bearcats. Ava Robinson, Ramey, Eli Heinze, Meyers and Karlee Dahms all scored in the opening inning of the Lions. Maple Valley kept piling on as the game went on with the help of a few walks, some stolen bases and a few nice hits. The fourth inning was an especially productive one for the Lions as they started to really put the bat on the ball. Robinson, Lexy Booher and Dahms all had hits. Braendbjerg added an RBI bunt. Lion head coach Mary LeSage said it was just nice to see her girls come out vic­ torious. Kaycie Schrader earned the pitching victory, cutting down on her walks and fight­ ing through a sore shoulder to strike out a few Bearcats as well. „ .Walks piled up for Schrader as the Lions were swept by Leslie in their Greater Lansing Activities Conference doubleheader in Nashville last Friday (May 3)-. The Blackhawks scored 12-0 and 18-7 wins. Leslie broke open game one with nine runs in the top of the third inning, helped by seven walks in the frame. Robinson scored on a sac­ rifice bunt by Meyers and Schrader scored on a line drive by Heinze in the first inning to plate the Lions’ first two runs in game two. Heinze had an RBI hit to bring home Robinson in the third inning, and she came in to score her­ self with a couple of stolen bases. Ramey walked, stole two bases and came in to score on a wild pitch in the fourth inning, and teammates Meyers and Heinze scored in the inning as well. The Blackhawks took con­ trol ofgame two with 11 runs in the second inning. The Blackhawks were helped by 19 walks . Leslie pitcher Ellen Coppemoll no-hit the Lidins in game one, a five-inning Blackhawks win. She struck out four and walked one. “The players are working hard to improve and we have seen a lot of improvement, but still have a ways to go,” LeSage said. “The girls have great attitudes and are trying hard, but lack of experience is challenging especially when we see other teams that most of their players play travel ball and these girls don’t except for a couple.” The Lions are scheduled to go to Leslie for a game Tuesday and then host Bellevue for two Wednesday. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 11,2019 — Page 5 Lions continue to drop times , add distance, in dual at Olivet The Olivet varsity boys’ and girls’ track and field teams scored wins over visit­ ing Maple Valley Tuesday. The Eagle boys scored a 118.66-18.33 win, while the Olivet girls scored a 102-34 victory. Senior Tristin Clark led the Maple Valley boys, winning the long jump with a leap of 18 feet 6 inches and earning a first-place time of 24.56 sec­ onds in the 200-meter dash. The Lion ladies had the 200-meter champion as well as sophomore Ashlyn Wilkes took that race in 28.43 and she also won the high jump by clearing the bar at 4-10. In the 400-meter dash, Wilkes 17.19 and added a personal set a new personal record record time of 52.84 in a run­ with a runner-up time of ner-up finish in the 300-meter 1:05.75. low hurdles. Lion freshman Hannah AJ Raymond was at his Kinney set a new personal best for the Maple Valley record in winning the discus, boys. He set a new personal unleashing a throw of 83-5. record with a third-place time The Lions got a third victory of 12.18 in the 100-meter in the girls’ field events from dash. He also placed second senior McKayla Weiler who in the pole vault at 11-0, his took the long jump at 13-6.25. highest vault yet. Kinney added a third-place Freshman teammate Caden point with a mark of 23-11 in Faurot was third in the pole the shot put. Elizabeth Colyer vault for the Lions, setting a was third in the high jump for new PR himself at 10-0. the Lion ladies at 4-8. Another Lion freshman, Lion senior Britani Shilton Derek Myers, scored the won the 100-meter hurdles in third-place point in the high a personal record time of jump by clearing 5-0. • UPS & FedEx Shipping • Copy Service (black & white or color) • Photo Processing • FAX Service • Laminating • And Much More 269.945.9105 OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:00 ■ 5:30 Pack & Ship' 1351 N M-43 - Hwy., Hastings, Ml 49058 • Just north of city limits DOO John-ln-A-Box Toilet Includes wax ring, closet bolts, and toilet set. ADA Compliant. 1008358 BUSTERS $99" Quantities are limited. While supplies last. Wireless Doorbell Kit Features 2 sound chimes and a push button. 75 de f 100'. Battery included. — - 3993391 1/2 HP MyQ Chain Drive Garage Door Opener LED Robot Light 2.5 hr run time. 10m beam distance. 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Pictured are: Alyssa Reid (left) and her classmates as they wash the windows of the main entrance doors. (Photos by Taylor Owens) 219 S. State HOMETOWN! LUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m VISA BuyNeorby �Page 6—Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 11, 2019 Lions beat Olivet and Perry again Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Maple Valley varsity boys’ golf team continues to feel good about finishing off the bottom of the Greater Lansing Activities Conference standings. The Lions beat out Olivet by a stroke for fourth place at the league jamboree hosted by Lakewood at Centennial Acres in Sunfield Thursday afternoon, and also finished ahead of the Perry Ramblers. Leslie’s Cannon Risner shot a 33 Thursday leading the Blackhawks to a 156-167 win over the host Vikings. Lansing Christian was third with a 190, ahead of Maple Valley 205, Olivet 206 and Perry 212. The Lakewood boys won the first two conference jam­ borees of the season, and then finished second to Leslie at each ofthe last four. The Vikings sit two points behind the Blackhawks in the overall GLAC standings, a deficit they can make up by Simon, a personal low ninehole round for him. Lakewood also got a 41 from Austin Makley, a 43 from Caleb Farlee and a 53 from Zac Collison Thursday. Lansing Christian got a 46 from Sam Havey and 47s from Isaac Haley and Davis Garrett. Olivet got a 49 from Nick Heikkita. finishing a spot above the Blackhawks at the GLAC Championship Tournament that will be held May 18 at Forest Akers East Golf Course on the campus of Michigan State University in East Lansing. Maple Valley head coach Drew Johnson knows his young team is not quite ready to challenge those top teams for a conference champion­ ship just yet, but he hopes to get them there over the next few springs. “All of a sudden things have just started clicking. Everyone wants to compete with each other to be better,” Johnson said. “This year I kind of mixed things up in practice. I made everyone kind of compete with each other. We play a lot of games to compete for positions. I think that has helped.” The Maple Valley team has finished as high as third at a conferencejamboree this season, also besting Lansing Christian at the jamboree at LEGAL NOTICE Maple Valley’s Owen Bailey fires an iron shot towards the green on number seven of the Sunrise nine at Centennial Acres Thursday in Sunfield during the GLAC jamboree hosted by Lakewood. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hankerd Hills. The Maple Valley boys were led by a 47 from Buck Schrader Thursday and a 49 from Owen Bailey. Carson Hasselback added a 53 and Kenneth Curtis a 56. Behind Risner for Leslie, John Cranmore shot a 43, Wilhelm Warbom a 44 and Trevor Huttenlocker and Garrett Mays each scored a 45. Lakewood was led by a 39 from freshman Trevor Maple Valley senior Carson Hasselback watches his tee shot fly on number seven during the GLAC jamboree hosted by Lakewood on the Sunrise nine at Centennial Acres Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) NOTICE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE HYDRANT FLUSHING The Village of Vermontville Department of Public Works will be flushing hydrants May 14^-17™ starting at 9A.M. This may cause low pressure and Discoloration in the water. If you have any questions,please call the garage at 726-1444. The Lions’ Christian “Buck” Schrader lines up a putt on number six at Centennial Acres in Sunfield Thursday during the GLAC jamboree hosted by Lakewood on the Sunrise nine. (Photo by Brett Bremer). See us for color copies, one-hour film and digital photo processing, business cards, invitations and all your printing needs. J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. 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Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage and pursuant to the statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on June 13, at 1:00 p.m. Local Time, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court of Barry County, Michigan, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid, on said mortgage, with the interest accruing on the principal due at the rate of 14.99 percent 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 premises are described as follows: LOT(S) 36 OF SUPERVISOR GLASGOW'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF HASTINGS ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN LIBER 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 3 OF BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, EXCEPT THAT PART LYING EAST OF CK AND S RAILROAD, ALSO EXCEPT COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 35, GLASGOW’S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF HASTINGS; THENCE WEST 66 FEET; THENCE SOUTH TO THE NORTH LINE OF LOT 37; THENCE EAST 66 FEET; THENCE IN A NORTHERLY DIRECTION TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, ALL IN GLASGOW’S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF HASTINGS, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. 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Dooley 900 West 48th Place, Suite 900 Kansas City, Missouri 64112 (816) 753-1000 (05-11)(06-01) �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, May 11,2019 — Page 7 Olivet has scoring touch Lions lack I«K I■■ -<Sr -<Sr • •"*•.«*!>' 8?"*! 8?"* Megan Valiquette fires the ball ahead for the Lions during their GLAC match with visiting Olivet Monday at Fuller Street Field. (Photo by Brett Bremer) - WrtiiiS nHIjijj ""taHitiniaa ■ >■•> »isr.p. ^-t.,.. r?: "'■' ■;£■:•.• - ■&■"-’■ •»■'■” at? s t'* •■ j :::: TV T ■■ y •■?:’■ :: 'W'^’ * ^ ■v^k-v v^k-v M^»d M ■ ^^S»d »d>“* ■^S> Ji* ««* « ” *«*!?<! Brett Bremer Sports Editor Rain or shine, the Maple Valley varsity girls’ soccer team took the field this week. The Lions split a pair of ballgames, winning a non-conference match 1-0 at Carson City-Crystal Wednesday after a soggy, tough 8-0 defeat against Greater Lansing Activities Conference foe Olivet at Fuller Street Field Monday. Allison McGIocklin scored off an assist from teammate Cassie Linn and goalkeeper Sydney Skelton made seven saves in the Lions’ win Wednesday eve­ ning. Goals haven’t always been easy to come by for the Lions this season. Lion head coach Richard Seume said his girls had a chance to score four or five goals in a 1 -0 win over Perry April 26. One goal was enough against the Ramblers on that evening, but the Lions hadn’t scored since then until Wednesday. Stockbridge scored four times in the second half to best the visiting Lions 4-0 Thursday, April 30. Olivet scored an 8-0 win over the Maple Valley girls at Fuller Street Field in Nashville Monday evening. “They played hard,” Seume said of his girls after the loss to the Eagles. “That (Olivet) team is going to challenge Lansing Christian this week. They’re seniors, Maple Valley's Naphat Thongnont looks for an open teammate to distribute the ball to as she’s defended by Olivet’s MaKayla Roll during their Greater Lansing Activities Conference contest Monday in Nashville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) and they’re experienced.” Olivet had eight different girls score in the ballgame. Becka Pliley had a goal and four assists. Sam Maduri, Mary Hedrick, Kelsey Community service and ice cream Saturday Usher in Summer returns for community members to plant flowers in Vermontville at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 18. All are invited to come to the , The Lions’ Olivia Williams fights to keep the ball from Olivet's Kelsey Francisco in the rain during the second half of their GLAC contest Monday in Nashville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) ,% %’J “•wj?* Francisco, Betsie Williams event to plant flowers donat­ ed by local businesses, and participate in the ice cream social that will follow in the park downtown^. Marlee Masters, Emily LaSalle and Codee Harmison each scored for the Eagles. Harmison, a freshman, scored her first varsity goal GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 269-945-9554 for more information. to end the game with 13 min­ utes and 16 seconds on the clock. The Lions were unable to clear an Eagle comer kick from in front of their net. A scrum ensued and eventually the ball found Harmison’s feet in some space and she was able to knock it past Lion keeper Skelton. Skelton, a freshman, is getting more comfortable in the net. The Eagle bench commented a few times that the game could have been over sooner had it not been for a few nice saves by Skelton, but she likely had a couple of balls she would have liked to have made bet­ ter plays on as well. The Eagles scored five of their goals in the action fol­ lowing a comer kick. The Eagles used their speed to get behind the Lion defense on a couple of occasions and con­ verted one PK late in the first half. Skelton did a nice job to get her hands on a one-onone chance by the Eagles Hedrick late in the second half, but couldn’t quite deflect it all the way clear of the net. “We’ve done a lot better on our through balls in our offense, we just haven’t put the ball in the net. We hav­ en’t figured out that last little bit,” Seume said. “Finding the back of the net has been our biggest challenge this year.” The Lions were without four regular starters Monday, and Seume said his team often has a couple of fresh­ men up on the attack. There isn’t any real goal-scoring EWING WELL DRILLING INC. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ gal tn advertise “any preference, limrintion or discrimination based on race, color, religion, an. 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Marty Martin awarded ‘Teacher of theYear Taylor Owens Staff Writer Junior high English teacher and varsity football coach Marty Martin was awarded Teacher of the Year by the Charlotte Optimist Club May 9. The club awardss a teacher Charlotte, from either , Potterville or Maple Valley Schools on a rotating basis each year, based on a nomi­ nation from the school administration. This year, Superintendentt Katherine Bertolini and junior/senior high school Principal Mike Knapp nominated Martin. Teachers are selected for embodying The Optimist Creed, which espouses a pos­ itive outlook and helping oth­ ers. “I was extremely honored and humbled,” Martin said. He pointed to his parents who were his role models, and did volunteer work, such as coaching fifth- and sixth­ grade basketball and helping select the Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen. “My parents wanted me to become a lifelong learner and someone who gave back to their community,” Martin FRIENDOF YOUTH" said. He thanked his family who supported him in his CHARLOTTE decision to leave a well-pay­ Michigan* ing job in the United States Postal Service to go back to school and get his degree in teaPcrheivnigo. Previous recipients of the award from Maple Valley are: Norma Jean Acker, 2005, Linda Gaber, 2009; Amy Billings, 2012; and Anya English teacher Marty Letson, 2016. Optimist Club President John Thiel (left) and secretary Two farm accidents have tragic resu lts Taylor Owens Staff Writer Two farming accidents resulted in the death of a Vermontville man and the severe injury of a Hastings man this week. The 72-year-old Vermontville man, Robert Othmer, died around 10 a.m. Thursday on Coats Grove Road near M-66. Michigan State Police said Othmer was working inside a silo at the privately owned farm when he became trapped in the com. Family members were unable to pull Othmer from silo, police said.. First responders Nashville, rSunfield andfrom Woodland, Aero Sunfield and Woodland, Aero Med and a conservation offi­ cer worked to remove CLUB CLUB Othmer, and he was pro­ nounced dead at the scene. Castleton Maple Grove Nashville Fire Department Assistant ChiefWayne Gould said first responders had to cut holes in the side of the silo to to drain drain the the com, com, in in orer order silo to extricate Othmer. Members of multiple departmentss and Citizens L.L.C. stayed at the farm throughout the day to help clean up the grain. On Tuesday, a 21-year-old Hastings man was airlifted to an area hospital and his leg was amputated above the knee following a farm acci­ dent at Citizens LLC Elevator in Vermontville at 2:20 p.m. Vermontville Township Fire Chief Jeff Wetzel said the employee’s leg was ht i caught in an auger, and he had to be extricated from the machine. Further details about the incident are still under investigation, Wetzel said. The department was assisted by Vermontville Township EMS,, Castleton Maple p Grovee Nashville EMS, Eaton Area and Bellevue EMS Community Fire Department Assistant Chief and EMT Jacob Gunn-Jackson. Gu In his 22 years of service, Gould said he could not y incidents like these. Over the years, his depart­ ment has dealt with fires from silos or hay, but has had few calls for farm accidents happened like the on ess that t this week, Gould said. (right). Board adds Terpening as students’ representative Taylor Owens Staff Writer Maple Syrup Queen, FFA President and all around busy student Josey Terpening will add a new item to her er resume next Board month: Maple Valley yStu odaernt Student of Education Representative. Superintendent Katherine announced Bertolini for the Terpening for the position position a meeting Monday, during a after accepting applications over the past month. The board has been discussing adding a student representative for over a year, but the process was delayed when Superintendent Michelle Sid Falcon resigned. Board trustee Andrea Montgomery said the board had a student representative many years ago when she wlyassa on the board previous­ ly, and it worked out well. “I feel that I can represent the student body with honesty, empathy and pride, Terpening said at the meet­ ing, ing, reading reading from from her her letter letter of application. She will sit with the board during meetings to give a student’s perspective, beginning next month until she graduates next year. Also so at the meeting, board trustee and labor and finance committee member Justin Keiffer laid out the top facilities improvements for the future. Keiffer listed the top three as: Work on the roof drainage at the high school, which has flooded during hard rain; fixes to the Fuller Street Elementary parking lot; and a cooling system for the Fuller Street server room. In other business, the board voted to accept the Eaton RESA General Education and Career and Technical Education bud­ gets, set a budget hearing for 7 p.m. June 24, and voted to accept 68 school of choice students for the next semester. Montgomery said the the school has spent $32,000 thus far in payout expenses for self-funded insurance, well below the projected $77,00 0. The board designated See BOARD, page 6 A"11rt music and science featured in student showcase £ TayvlonrrOwens StaffWriter Projects by Maple Valley students filled the high sacuhdoitoolr iugmym d,u ricnagf ettheerisaecaonndd her h divisionwiwthith» aelagslas ssDiapniano, and eighth grade student earlier this month. “I’m just really proud of Calvin Allwardt won first place in his division with a that we’veJessica made this year,” art teacher mosaic bowl of the yin-yang annual Droscha said. said Sophomore student showcase Monday. The event brought togethtogeth­ er arts, science, music, food, research projects and more to let community members to see what students have accomplished this school year. “It’s a good opportunity for all of our students showshow­ ing what they do on a daily basis,” principal Mike Knapp said. The cafeteria had an art show with paintings, sketches and glasswork. Many students won top prizes with their glassworks aat the dispiay atthe student show- Michigan Indusfnai and , ..case. tecnnoiogy ecnnoo Society reggyional competition Lilly anne See SHOWCASE, pg. 2 In This Issue End of school year announced Lion ladies knock off Leslie in last GLAC dual of 2019 Vikes best Lions to earn spot in GLAC’s top four Lions honor coach Lenz by retiring #17 �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 18,2019 SHOWCASE, continued from page 1 Woods projects by Maple Valley students either placed or received honorable men­ tions at the regional MITES competition. The Maple Valley Choir finishes out the student showcase Monday night. Paintings by Kay Bansemer are displayed Monday. Superintendent Katherine Bertolini chats with student Elizabeth Colyer about her Alyson Gusey either placed research project on how dancing affects a person’s brain. or received honorable mention at the Michigan Industrial Technology Education Society State Competition. symbol. Laws said she chose the glass piano as her art project because she knew it would be difficult. “I thought it would be real­ ly cool if I could do it,” Laws said. She looked to the work of other artists when she was younger, and hoped the stuThis glass piano made by sophomore Lillyanne Laws dent showcase would be a took first place and a Divisional Grand Award in the way for younger people to be MITES State Competition. inspired by seeing art on dis­ play. In the gym, organizations like DECA, FIRST Robotics, FFA and others had booths and representatives to talk to visitors about their projects and events they attended. Woods students had pieces they had submitted to the 9/23/63 - 5/18/84 MITES competition, includ­ ing senior Breanna Seavolt 7 ’ll loveyou and seventh grade student forever, Emma Cams who were Til tikeyou awarded honorable mention always, at the state competition. Us tony as I’m Soloists and duets were featured in the auditorium for tiviny, two hours, followed by the My babyyou’ll drumline, jazz band, choir be. and De Capo choir. The gym also had students love & Miss showing their projects from business and research classes. you, Students fixed video game Mom, Dad, cartridges from the 1980s, Jon, Julie, made musical instruments, Scott, Debbie, 12 Nieces & Nephews, 11 Great showed their small business­ Nieces & Nephews es, researched their prospec­ tive job fields and more. 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Chris Silverman csilverman@j-adgraphics.com • NEWSROOM• Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 18,2019 — Page 3 End of school year announced Katherine Bertolini Superintendent As spring struggles to arrive, our celebrations are beginning as we mark the passage of our Seniors into the next phase of their lives, promote our underclassmen as they continue to grow and learn and we welcome back our alumni to reflect, remem­ ber and celebrate what it means to be from the Valley! Recently, state House Bill 4206 was passed in response to the extensive number of weather days necessitated by the poor winter weather. Now we may seek a waiver for an additional four days (with Michigan Department of Education approval) for the 2018-2019 year, due to the frigid conditions that activated a state of emergen­ cy from the governor’s office. The following plan is our adjustment for the bal­ ance of this school year. • We will be in school until June 10. • June 6 will be a full day and June 7 and 10 will be half-days. • Exams will be held on June 7 and 10. • Senior events and sched- and encouraged to provide input to me regarding the performance of our educa­ tors. If you have something to share, please do. I wifi welcome your input. My approach to evaluation is to consider it an opportuni­ ty for discussion and growth. Hence, if you have feedback to share, please indicate your area of input and, if it is praise, be specific, so that pattern can be repeated or expanded. If it is a criticism, please indicate the scope of the problem and include plan for how that might be improved. SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Harrises Attainable, Relevant and Timebound) are developed from constructive feedback. I believe in continuous improvement and we will be coaching the entire wf aiclul lbtye and staff of Maple Valley to Ronald and Beverly Harris engage in this process. will be celebrating their 50th We just concluded Teac Teacher Wejustconcue er wedding anniversary on Appreciation Week, and it Friday, May 31, 2019. They was fun to take some time to were united in marriage on visit, celebrate and support May 31, 1969 in Lansing, the teachers! There are few Mich. people in the world who are Their children include: more committed, focused Melissa (Harris) and Shawn Bain of Lansing, Mich., Ronald and child-centered than and Kim (Prindle) Harris of Nashville, Mich., John and teachers. Sarah (Murphy) Harris of Nashville, Mich., Amanda Harris Maple Valley has some of ofNashville, Mich., Christina Harris and Charlie Stevens of the best! b! Shelbyville, Mich. They have 11 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren. There will be a private reception hosted by their children. ules will remain the same. on our website to help you As I wrote to you earlier facilitate future planning for this year, we have both a school dates going forward. We are in heavy planning 180-day and 1,098 clockhour requirement that we mode at our central office. must fulfill per state law. Preliminary budget develop­ This is why we cannot just ment, preparation for con­ tract negotiations with the extend the remaining school teachers and support staff is days. underway and we are work­ Attendance is very import­ ing to support the schools in ant during this time as we development of their sched­ report our student count to uling assignments for next the state which has a direct year. It is a really busy time. impact on our funding allo­ We welcome your support as cation from the state. Please a community to communi­ work to ensure attendance cate with our legislators the June 10. We appreciate the importance of adequate fund­ ing for schools. Several creddisruptions to everyone’s i ible studies have been done schedule and we are grateful which have revealed we can work together to get Michigan to be underfunding this school year wrapped up their schools. It is time to as close to our scheduled support our students, our teachers and, by extension, final day as possible. Ifyou are looking ahead to our work force. Spring also brings evalua­ when the 2019-2020 school year will begin, it will be on tions for our teachers and Aug. 19,2019. The five-ye_a_r_ administrators in the district, common calendar is posted The community is welcome to celebrate golden wedding anniversary Lion ladies knock off Leslie School year in last GLAC dual of 2019 winding down The Maple Valley girls closed out the season of Greater Lansing Activities Conference duals with a 2-4 record, knocking off Leslie on the final night of the league regular season Tuesday. The Lions bested the host Blackhawks 71-56 in their league dual, while the Leslie boys scored a 91-41 win Tuesday. The Maple Valley girls earned the victory despite winning just one of the four relays. The team of McKayla Weiler, Jamie Steele, Britani Shilton and Ashlyn Wilkes won the 4x200-meter relay in 2 minutes 5.26 seconds. Wilkes was a four-time winner on the day. She took the high jump by clearing the bar at 4 feet 10 inches Another Leslie sopho­ and also won the 200-meter more, Haley Ellis, won the dash in 29.10 seconds and 1600-meter run in 5:57.02 the 400-meter dash in and the 800-meter run in 1:07.27. 2:40.64. Shilton was a part ofthree The Lion boys didn’t have wins, taking both hurdles the distance runners to keep races. She won the 100- pace with the Leslie team. meter hurdles in 17.86 and Maple Valley senior the 300-meter low hurdles in Tristin Clark won three 59.88. The Lions swept both events, taking the 100-meter of those races as well as the dash in 12.07, the 200-meter three scoring places in the dash in 4.73 and the long high jump. jump with a mark of 18-7.5. Weiler added a pair of Clark also added a runner-up field event wins to the relay mark of 33-3.5 in the shot victory, taking the pole vault put in his first time compet­ with a personal record jump ing in the event. of 6-6. She also won the long Leslie senior Joseph Corts jump at 13-2. set a new personal record to Leslie sophomore Kalex win that shot put competi­ Dodge took the shot put for tion at 47-5 and also took the her team at 35-1.5 and the discus with a throw of 124-9. discus at 90-3. Maple Valley got a victory in the high jump from fresh­ man Derek Myers, who cleared the bar at 5-4. AJ Raymond was right behind Clark in the 100meter dash, setting a new personal record with a time of 12.09 to place second in that race. The Lions were scheduled to go to Bath yesterday for their Division 3 Regional Meet. They will head to Lakewood High School Wednesday for the GLAC Championship. Lansing Christian joined the Lions and Blackhawks at Leslie Tuesday, with the host Blackhawks scoring an 82-6 win in its girls’ competition with Pilgrims and its boys earning a 121-1 victory. Senior Honors Night will be 7-9 p.m. Thursday, May 23, in the auditorium. Baccalaureate will be from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 30, in the auditorium. Graduation will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, May 31, on the football field, with the gymnasium as the rain venue. OPEN: Monday-Thursday 8 am-5:30 pm; Friday 8 am-7 pm; Saturday 9 am-5:30 pm 517.646.0439 TV ANTENNA & TOWER INSTALLATION, REPAIR & REMOVAL www.meantennamen.co 517-852-9819 or present in person at 735 Reed St., Nashville, MI Witt takeplace at Nashville 'Baptist Church on Sunday. May 19th, 2019 in honor ofJanet Sue DeGroot! 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Please join us as we celebrate and honoris this special lady for. 56 years of faithful service ice.^ �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 18,2019 Vikes best Lions to earn spot in GLAC’s top four Maple Valley’s Lyssa Walker clears the ball away from her box as goalkeeper Sydney Skelton looks on from behind during their GLAC bailgame at Lakewood High School Wednesday afternoon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) for the opening minutes of the bailgame against Maple Valley, including a handful Maple Valley junior Aurora Linn works the ball away from a Lakewood attacker who wouldn’t typically be in during their GLAC match-up Tuesday afternoon at Lakewood High School. (Photo by the starting line-up. They Brett Bremer) were out there to celebrate Bosworth’s opening goal — Brett Bremer over the Lions that bumped in the other match-up of top scored on a breakaway that their record up to 3-3 in con­ four teams in the conference she earned in from near mid­ Sports Editor Senior Haven Bosworth ference play this season. Saturday. Maple Valley will field. Lakewood is slated to take head to Stockbridge for the opened her final contest on Bosworth scored her sec­ the Lakewood High School on top seeded Lansing other half of the conference ond goal when a ball in a varsity soccer field with a Christian in the opening tournament today. crowd in front ofthe Lion net goal about five minutes in round of the tournament Lakewood head coach deflected out to her higher in and closed the ballgame with hosted by the Pilgrims, while James LeVeque had all nine the 18-yard box and with a a goal with five minutes to Olivet and Leslie will meet ofhis seniors out on the field little space she ripped a shot play Wednesday against vis­ back in to the net. iting Maple Valley. Lakewood honored its The Vikings earned the nine seniors, Bosworth, fourth seed for today’s Vendela Spangang, Sara Greater Lansing Activities Vukasinovic, Kayla Hall, Conference Tournament Isabela Acker, Collette (May 18) with a 3-0 victory Sharp, Lana Thompson, Jordan Wells and Zari Kruger Sophomore Natalie Lang scored the Vikings’ second goal 9 minutes and 15 sec- EWING WELL DRILLING INC. SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Other Well Supplj WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available Maple Valley sophomore defender Alison McGIocklin clears the ball away from Lakewood’s Haven Bosworth who scored two of the Vikings’ three goals in a 3-0 win over the visiting Lions Tuesday at Lakewood High School. 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Maple Valley girls score two 6-5 victories over Broncos OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP • Plastic & Steel Pipe onds into the second half, lofting a shot from the top right comer of the 18-yard box over Maple Valley keep­ er Sydney Skelton and just inside the near post. Skelton made a handful of nice saves, and the Lions had some possession in the offen­ sive end, but never chal­ lenged Lakewood goalkeep­ er Kruger much. LeVeque said he saw the Lions gain­ ing confidence early though. The Vikings got the early goal, but didn’t put much other pressure on the Lion net at the opening ofthe ball­ game. “In my opinion, they played a better fundamental game than we did today,” LeVeque said. “We played kickball today. We didn’t pass well. We didn’t make good runs. We didn’t play together. We were terrible in 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE Maple Valley pitchers Kaycie Schrader and Lexy Booher each picked up a win as the Lion varsity softball team swept its non-conference doubleheader with visit­ ing Bellevue Wednesday. The Lions won both games 6-5. Schrader got the win in the opening ballgame, striking out 11. She ran into some control issues in the third inning, as Bellevue scored all five runs in the frame with the help of some walks. Maple Valley head coach Mary LeSage said her girls are still battling some field­ ing troubles, but her girls made some nice plays in the outfield during the double­ header led by senior center­ fielder Aanika Braendbjerg, an exchange student from Denmark. Braendbjerg was also able to take, advantage .of her speed on the base-paths with a couple successful bunts. The Lions scored three runs in the bottom of the fourth inning to tie the game at 5-5 and then scored the walk-off win in the seventh. Ava Robinson and the Lions went right to work in game two. Robinson opened the game with a triple into left field and teammate Eliana Heinze drove her home with a double. Braendbjerg walked and stole her way around the bases in the second inning. The Lions tacked on two more runs in the fourth inning, one in the sixth and one in the seventh on an RBI single from Karlie Dahms. Booher got the win in the circle for the Lions. She struck out eight. The Broncos scored a run in the first, three in the third and one in the fourth inning......... . , LeSage said it was a better defensive game from her girls in game two than game one, but the team is still working to gain experience and reduce mental errors as well as the physical ones. Maple Valley fell 16-5 in a Greater Lansing Activities Conference contest against Leslie Tuesday. Robinson, Addison Ramey, Dahms, Rebecca Fairfield and Gaia Consolazione scored runs for the Lions in the loss. Ramey and Braendbjerg had one RBI each. Maple Valley is at the Eaton County Showcase in Potterville today (May 18) and will face Perry in a threegame set in the GLAC in the week ahead. The Lions host Perry for two Monday and then travel to Perry for a bail­ game May 22. �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 18,2019 — Page 5 Lions honor coach Lenz by retiring #17 i isSai , ,fc®> W1^ Mitulirfed tat ivjukjjj tpuitta. ilifltVfctiu tjW. lit Sill! pSg iKriilj U1J, tjfei sai fa Mum ikin Dm® I fc j'ii IJsrfiAtai iMiicin[tabu 1 ta Hrttaic' J233 ulsulMfa j Bis." Mtifeita? tjM ultaEta^ tffl ffl utaWI^ iiafe (daMR ®1 ^|jf [sbik i ii® aisi *i p-®.ta ak * k jii *l«TTtk .ii . !ijK«ik^<Jiii jKik^Jiii * ««“> 11 i» jit 10 Ik ik id J Scot Lenz and Greg Lenz unveil the sign that will honor the legacy of their father Larry Lenz, former Maple Valley varsity baseball coach who wore the number 17 while leading the program in the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s as current Lion head coach Bryan Carpenter (right) looks on. The Maple Maple Valley’s Connor Wood sprints towards first Valley program retired coach Lenz’s number 17 during a base after knocking the ball to the left side during the ceremony y between w g games of the annual u Ken Beardslee bottom of the fifth inning against Jackson Northwest Wood Bat Invitational at Griswold Field in Vermontville Saturday at the annual Ken Beardslee Memorial Wood Saturday. The Maple Valley boys fell in their two games Bat Tournament in Vermontville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) at the tournament, 7-1 against Jackson Northwest and Your Dream Doth Starts Here Easy To Build...Ready To Enjoy! 7-4 against Ionia. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Brett Bremer Sports Editor Whether the jerseys read “Lions”, “Maple Valley” or even have the Vermontville “V” on the front there won’t be a 17 on the back in the future. The Maple Valley varsity baseball team honored the memory of former head coach Larry Lenz by retiring his number 17 during a cere­ mony between games of the annual Ken Beardslee Memorial Tournament Saturday at Griswold Field in Vermontville. Lenz’s sons Gary and Scot unveiled the sign that will honor their father at the field, receiving small replicas of their own from Lion varsity head coach Bryan Carpenter before each taking turns addressing the crowd to share stories and memories. Both Gary and Scot played for the father. “This is an honor for our family, and it is an honor that dad would really appreci­ ate,’” Scot Lenz said as he took his turn with the micro­ phone along the third base­ line in front of the Lions’ dugout. “Looking back at the long history ofMaple Valley base­ ball and the long history of people that have played and coached here, it is a great honor for our family that dad’s 17 is the first retired number.” Lenz led the Lions to a state runner-up finish in 1975. The banner hangs in Scot’s basement. “I was pretty young at the time, but I do remember the excitement that it brought to the community. It put Maple Valley baseball on the map. Personally my fondest moment was the ‘84 season. I was a junior that year and we had a stacked upper class. Before the season even start­ ed you could sense some­ thing different in. dad’s atti- tude. He would never say it, but deep down he knew he had something special that year.” The Lions were ranked fourth in the state that year, and earned a 4-1 win over the defending state champions from DeWitt in the district finals. “In the interviews dad gave for the local papers, dad called that win the greatest win of his career,” Scot said. Coach Larry Lenz had a lot of wins in his career. In two coaching stints, from 1968-1976 and 1981-1985 his teams put together a record of 191 wins and 86 losses. The Lions won six league championships and four district championships during those seasons. “Dad loved Maple Valley baseball. Practices were regi­ mented. You knew exactly where you were going to be every five minutes,” Greg told the gathered crowd before sharing a couple sto­ ries. The even was postponed a year after the Lions’ annual Saturday tournament was rained out during the spring of 2018. The current Lions weren’t able to add any more victo­ ries to coach Carpenter’s record Saturday. Jackson Northwest bested the Lions 7-1 to open the day and Ionia scored a 7-4 victory over the Lions to close things out. Noah Hansen doubled in teammate Gavin Booher from second in the bottom of the first inning against the Mounties to bring home the Lions’ lone run in that game. A bunt single by Austin Zank, that moved Booher over to second after a lead­ off walk, was the only other hit for the Lions against Northwest. Northwest pitcher Bayler Keims held the Lions to two hits through 5 2/3 innings. He struck out ten and walked three before teammate Logan You CAN Do-It-Yourself and SAVE The "Simple System" for the Do-It-Yourself Dock Builder David Hosack-Frizzell pitches for the Lions during their bailgame against Jackson Northwest to open the 2019 Ken Beardslee Memorial Wood Bat Tournament at Griswold Field in Vermontville Saturday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Young came on to strike out the final Lion hitter in the bottom of the sixth. The game was called for time after six. An RBI double from Gregg Richardson and singles by Noah Hansen and Lane Morris were the only Lion hits against Ionia. Morris drove in two runs and Richardson one. Booher walked three times and scored once in the bailgame. Zank, Blaze Sensiba and Jonathan Rosenberg scored the Lions’ other runs. Maple Valley bounced back Tuesday, taking a 3-2 win at Leslie in a Greater Lansing" Activities Conference bailgame. The Lions scored single runs in the top of the first, third and sixth innings to go up 3-0, but the Blackhawks scored twice in the bottom of the sixth inning to get within a run. Leslie had runners on second and third with one out, but shortstop Richardson gunned down one Blackhawk baserunner at the plate trying to score on a ground ball. A walk loaded the bases with two out, but Lion pitcher Nick Osborne finally ended the threat with a strikeout See BASEBALL, page 6 See ourdisplay Available at Ihometowni if LUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30AM to 5:30PM 219 S. State, Nashville • 852-0882 �Page 6 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, May 18,2019 BOARD, continued from page 1 Maple Valley FFA President Josey Terpening surprises Board of Education Trustee Craig Lackscheide with an Honorary Member Award. trustee Kimberly Wilkes to vote for Jack Temsey of Potterville Public Schools, Debbie Roberts of Eaton Rapids Public Schools and Denise DuFort of Grand Ledge Public Schools for the Eaton RESA Board of Education. Maple Valley’s representa­ tive. Mark Rushford, will be on that board until his term expires in June 2023. Bobby Joseph was given the Lion Pride Award, from a nomination by Keiffer for his volunteer coaching. Paraprofessionals Anne Woodman, Sara Grinage and Brenda Green were awarded Staff of the Month for their work ethic and flexibility. While Terpening was at the meeting she awarded trustee Craig Lackscheide with an Honorary FFA Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, May 20 Pulled pork, bun, coleslaw, potato wedges, apple. Thesday, May 21 Baked potato bar, chili, tossed salad, fruit. Wednesday, May 22 Broccoli stuffed chicken, mashed red potatoes, peas, banana. Thursday, May 23 Hamburger, bun, tomato soup, tossed salad, ambrosia, saltines. Friday, May 24 Grilled chicken breast, seasoned red potatoes, Italian blend vegetables, fruit. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, May 20 Sliced turkey & cheddar cheese, sandwich thin, potato salad, dried plums. Tuesday, May 21 Chicken pasta salad, beet & onion salad, applesauce, Goldfish graham. Wednesday, May 22 Chef salad, macaroni Bobby Joseph receives the Lion Pride Award from salad, fruited jello, lemon Superintendent Katherine Bertolini. square. Thursday, May 23 Member Award Jor his sup­ tional trip and senior trip to Sliced roast beef & Swiss port of the program. Washington D.C. cheese, sandwich thin, The board saw presenta­ The next regular board coleslaw, Mandarin oranges. tions by students on the meeting will be at 7 p.m. Friday, May 24 robotics club, DECA interna- Monday June 10. Turkey ham & cheddar cheese, sandwich thin, fresh vegetables, pineapple. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, May 20 Country fried steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, apple. Tuesday, May 21 Tuna noodle casserole, broccoli, diced carrots, orange. Wednesday, May 22 Broccoli stuffed chicken, mashed red potatoes, peas, diced peaches. Thursday, May 23 Smothered pork cutlet, baked potato, broccoli, whole grain granola bar, Mandarin oranges. Friday, May 24 Grilled chicken breast, brown & wild rice, seasoned red potatoes, Italian blend, mixed fruit cup. NEWEST CITIZEN LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Foreclosure by Advertisement. MORTGAGE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Timothy Baker, a natural person (“Mortgagor"), to Finance of America Commercial LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“Mortgagee"), dated July 17,2018, and recorded on December 14, 2018, as Document 2018-012221, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of $138,744.92, and no suit or proceedings 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 the statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on June 13, at 1:00 p.m. Local Time, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court of Barry County, Michigan, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid, on said mortgage, with the interest accruing on the principal due at the rate of 14.99 percent 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 premises are described as follows: LOT(S) 36 OF SUPERVISOR GLASGOW'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF HASTINGS ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN LIBER 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 3 OF BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, EXCEPT THAT PART LYING EAST OF CK AND S RAILROAD, ALSO EXCEPT COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 35, GLASGOW'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF HASTINGS; THENCE WEST 66 FEET; THENCE SOUTH TO THE NORTH LINE OF LOT 37; Activities Calendar Monday, May 20 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 am.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 am.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 am.; Painting Group 1 pm.; Move for Better Bal. PD 4:30 pm. Delton: Walking 11 am.-l pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. H.WJM - Reminiscence. Thesday, May 21 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 am.; Line Dancing 9:30 am. ; Board Meeting 2 pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. t Wednesday, May 22 . Hastings: Card Program 9-11 am.; Euchre 12:30-­ 2:30 pm. ; CCC 2:30-4:30 p.m.; Move for Better Bal PD 4:30 pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Woodland: Card Games. Delton: Walking 11 am.-l pm. Thursday, May 23 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 am.; Brain Works 1 p.m.; Sr. Zumba 4:30 p.m.; Zumba II 5:30 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.;TVTime. BASEBALL, continued from page 5 and then set the Blackhawks down 1-2-3 in the seventh. Booher was 2-for-3 at the plate and scored one of the three Lion runs. Zank, Richardson and Rosenberg ail also singled. Rosenberg walked twice and scored a run. Zank also scored a run. Paraprofessionals Anne Woodman, Sara Grinage and Brenda Green are awarded Richardson had two RBI. Zank got the win on the Staff of the Month by Superintendent Katherine Bertolini. mound for the Lions, striking out nine in 5 1/3 innings. He VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE gave up two runs on three hits and three walks. Osborne COUNTY OF EATON, MICHIGAN came on with one out in the sixth. NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF The Lions followed that ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT win up with a 4-0 victory over visiting Bellevue. AND SUMMARY OF THE Booher, Hansen and Osborne REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF had the Lions’ three singles int eh bailgame. Osborne PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on May 9, 2019, the Village Council drove in two runs. Zank, of the Village of Vermontville adopted an ordinance, Ordinance No. 19-04, to amend the Village of Vermontville Zoning Ordinance (the “Zoning Ordinance”) by amending Section 16.4 of.Chapter 16 of the Zoning Ordinance to add a new subsection F. and set forth industrial performance standards for the D-l light industrial district including regulations addressing sound; vibrations; emissions of glare and heat; smoke, fumes, gases, dust, odors; discharge and treatment ofliquid or solid waste; and compliance with other applicable laws and regulations. Ordinance 19-04 is effective seven days following publication ofthis Notice of Adoption. Stormie Barbara Jean A copy of the Ordinance 19-04 may be inspected or purchased at the Village Ramos, bom at Spectrum office, 194 S. Main Street, Vermontville, Michigan, during Village office hours. Health Pennock on May 8, 2019 to Kasandra Carol Dated: May 18, 2019 VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE Morgan and Flavio Ramos Jr. VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE ofNashville. . । ... Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 am.-l pm. Friday, May 24 Hastings: Exercise 9 am.; Bingo 9:30 am.; Iron Rails 10:30 am. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Richardson, Hansen and Morris each scored once. Booher tossed 4 2/3 scoreless, hitless, innings to earn the win, striking out three and walking three. The Lions took game two with the Broncos 8-4. Both games lasted five innings. THENCE EAST 66 FEET; THENCE Zank and Cordell Frank sin­ IN A NORTHERLY DIRECTION TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, gled for Maple Valley and ALL IN GLASGOW'S ADDITION the Lion offense was pow­ TO THE CITY OF HASTINGS, ered by eight walks, two each BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. for Booher, Zank, Richardson Commonly known as: 1827 S and Hansen. Frank drove in JEFFERSON ST HASTINGS, Ml three runs and Frank had one 49058 During the six (8) months immediately following the sale, the RBI. Zank scored three runs property may be redeemed, except and Booher two. that in the event that the property PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or marital 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 viola­ tion 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 num­ ber forthe hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during the 30 days immediately following the sale or 15 days from the statutory notice, whichever is later. 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 responsible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Dated: May 2, 2019 By: Attorneys for Mortgagee Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Benjamin Price 313 South Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933-2193 (517) 371-8253 -andPolsinelli PC Daniel S. Dooley 900 West 48th Place, Suite 900 Kansas City, Missouri 64112 (816) 753-1000 (05-11,(06-01) • • - • • » �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 18,2019 — Page 7 museum Civil War speaker Tuesday o f the Rbli epuc Mil emora Hall and Museum will host a free Civil War history semi­ nar Tuesday, May 21, at 7 p.m. The museum is at 224 S. Main St. in Eaton Rapids. Dave Finney will give a presentation on “Three Ties That Bind Us to the Civil War: The Medal of Honor, taps, and Memorial Day. Sss N&l! Many Americans to theCivil War era, including literature, music and poetry, Thanksgiving as a national holiday, Thomas Nast’s Santa Claus, the Emancipation Proclamation, the 13th, 14th and 15th Amendments to the Constitution are inextricably linked to the mid-1800sf. So, to - - fild d teach too, are an lt almostidt indeterfields fofursiing nnurrssiinncgr and teach­ minable number of military ing in large numbers. They innovations, such as the first have dominated those fields amphibious operations, iron­ since the Civil War. clad warships and subma­ The war also produced rines. Lincoln, Lee, Grant, The Civil War was the first “Stonewall” Jackson, “Billy” time large numbers of Sherman, Julia Ward Howe, African-American troops Frederick Douglass, Clara were utilized in combat, and Barton, and many other sig­ it marked the first time in nificant and talented contrib­ history women entered the utors to the nation’s history. a Aa natriionnna.lilky iik recognized scholar author and lecturer regarding the Civil War, Dave Finney served for 37 years as a history teacher and chairman of the history and social studies department at North Farmington High School. During that time, he also was an adjunct faculty member at Oakland Community College and the •bh •bh U„n;,i—versity of Detroit/Mercy. Tuesday’s program is free, and refreshments will be served. 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Advertised m the Maple Valley News' Saturday May 18, 2019 FFA busy with springactivities placed 86th On April 2S-26. four chap­ ter officers along with The Maple Valley FFA has Adviser Aaron Saari attend­ been very busy the past cou­ ed the Region I Leadership ple of months. On March 26, camp for Chapter Officers at four members attended the Camp Friedenswald in State Horse Judging at the Cassopolis. At this camp. Livestock Pavilion at Josey Terpening was elected Michigan State University. Region I president. The last These members were: Alyson Region I president from Gussey. Lillyanne Laws, Maple Valley was elected in 1997 At the Region I Camp. James Belonga and Olivia Peck. They placed 17th in Saari received the Honorary Region I FFA degree for his the state. many contributions he has On A pn I 12. several mem ben competed in the State given to the region. Maple Valley FFA held its Agricultural Skills Contests at Michigan State Ag Skills. annual FFA banquet May 8. The following teams com­ Many people attend in sup­ peted as representatives of port of FFA. The banquet the Maple Valley Chapter began with dinner and bid­ The Agricultural Mechanics ding on silent auction items. Team of Rian Rumsey. Gage Members and guests then Garrett, logan Ertman and moved to the auditorium for Bruce Gorman placed 24th awards and speeches Several awards were pre­ in the state The I .and Conservation team of Jon sented throughout the eve­ MCCIain, Kyleigh Scott, ning. These were given to Dante Buttleman, Travis people who had worked hard Mater and Jordan Hinckley during the year and showed placed 24th. The Milk great leadership. The first set Quality Team of Derrek of awards was the Top Ten Humble, Jett Russell and Point System Awards. These Charles Smith-Frazier placed awards were given to the top z.3rd. The Milk Quality Team 10 most active FFA members of Ethan Kirby, Dillon from this past school year. Jorgensen. Jordan Thornton The winners were: Josey and Damian Arnold placed Terpening, Addison Ramey, 48. The Vet Science Team of James Belonga, Jozlynn Michaela Cheeseman, Jade Miller, Charles SmithScott, Jozlynn Miller and Frazier, Jade Scott, Kerk Necia Nickens placed 75th. Kienutske, Derrek Humble, The Vet Science Team of Alejandra Flores and Jett Josey Terpening, Nautica Russell. Burkett and Addison Ramey Next, Scholarship Pins Kerk Kienutske Reportingjor Maple Valley FFA were given to those members who have achieved a 3.0 or higher GPA throughout this school year. Members receiv­ ing these pins were: Lane Pixley, Josey Terpening, Jozlynn Miller, Alyson Gusey, Lillyanne Laws, Michaela Cheeseman, Travis Mater. Kenzie Thomas and Lily Miller. Mr. Lynn Stanke from Eaton Farm Bureau present­ ed Jozlynn Miller, Josey Terpening and Lane Pixley with awards recognizing their achievements at this past year’s State FFA Convention. The three Chapter Proficiency Awards were given to the following: For Diversified Livestock Production, Jade Scott and Addison Ramey; for Swine Production, Jozlynn Miller. Other major awards given were: Star Greenhand (first year member) to Alejandra Flores, and Star Farmer to Josey Terpening. The Dekalb Award for the Outstanding Senior this year was given to Lane Pixley. Outstanding Junior: Josey Terpening. Outstanding Sophomore: Addison Ramey. The chapter also had three honorary members inducted this year. Honorary Degrees are given to parents, teachers or others who have helped to contribute to chapter success this year. They were present­ ed to Jaime Foster, Craig Lackscheide and Chris Rumsey. FFA officer camp attendees included (back row, from left) Kerk Kienutske, Nautica Burkett, (front row) Josey Terpening and Addison Ramey. At the conclusion of the banquet, new chapter offi­ cers were inducted for the 2019-2020 school year. They are, as follows: president, Josey Terpening; vice presi­ dent, Addison Ramey; secre­ tary, Nautica Burkett; trea­ surer, Jozlynn Miller; report­ er, Kerk Kienutske; and sen­ tinel, Jade Scott. Come visit our 24/7 full-service ATM, located at 121 Eastside Dr. Vermontville, Ml 49096 • Deposit Checks • Transfer Money • Balance Inquiries • Withdraw Cash CREDIT UNION Our service. Your success. 517.393.7710 • casecu.org For your convenience, our Vermontville branch is open Monday: 9 AM - 2 PM Wednesday: Noon -5 PM Friday: Noon -5 PM � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-06-01.pdf e9f51bcbc166843cc2e75d1f8fa48d63 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. 147-No. 22, June 1,2019 A local paper oftoday! Maple Valley announces top 10 students Maple Valley’s top 10 stu­ dents of the class of 2019 have been determined by a mix of grade point average and SAT scores. The students were honored May 23 during Senior Honors Night at the high school. Graduation will be at 7 p.m. Friday, May 31, at the football Held. The top 10 includes: David Hochstetler, son of Katherine Phenix ofHastings and Marlin Hochstetler of Vermontville. He is the top senior schol­ David Hochstetler ar, with a grade point average of 4.048, an SAT score of 1370. Hochstetler has received a Greater Lansing Athletic Conference All-Conference Academic Award and has met the requirements to receive Academic Awards from Maple Valley for each of his four years in high school. He is a member of the robotics team, serving as captain this year. He partici­ pated in the Michigan Industrial Technology Austin Zank Education Society competi­ tion, taking third place at the state level, and he was a Teacher Ryan Rosin is his backstage member of the inspiration because, no mat­ high school theater produc­ ter how boring his interests tions. were, he said, Mr. Rosin was Anastasia Brooke Gavin Booher Cassandra Linn Megan Walker Colten Ermel Marlee Youngs Carson Hasselback always willing to talk about those with him with an equal amount of enthusiasm. Hochstetler’s philosophy/ mottos is “It can be done better and more efficiently.” His favorite quote is “If you can’t explain it simply, you don’t understand it well enough,” by Albert Einstein. A favorite book of his is “Practical Electronics for Inventors,” by Paul Scherz and Simon Monk. See STUDENTS, page 3 Vermontville missing checks have arrived Tanett Hodge Staff Writer During the Vermontville Township board meeting Thursday, trustee Gary Goris asked, in public comment time, for clarity on the out­ come of the situation regard­ ing checks that had been sent to the village but weren’t received. “We did find out that the checks weren’t missing, cor­ rect?” Goris asked. “Correct,” Treasurer Shirley Harmon said. After the meeting, Harmon spoke with a J-ad Graphics reporter and said she found the checks in the township mailbox. She didn’t know who delivered the approxi­ “It’s not that they were mate 41 checks or precisely missing. Missing’s a when. She also said she bad word,” Harmon didn’t count the number of said. “It’s just that we envelopes or checks and does had not received them. ” . not know how many were in the mailbox. Harmon said Shirley Harmon, her original count had been treasurer that 41 checks were not received. When asked about wheth­ er the missing checks and were put in the mail, and we delinquent taxes were record­ got it late. I’m not going to ed in order to document be the one to say it, but you missing payments, she said, can guess.” “No. Not really.” “All I know is that the When asked if she had checks went to our accoun­ learned where the checks tant and everything is balhave been, her response was, See CHECKS, page 9 “What’s your guess? They In This Issue Solemn ceremony Nashville VFW Post 8260 member Greg Dunkleberger (center) raises the flag at Lakeview Cemetery with the help of volunteers. (Photos by Taylor Owens) • M-66 work underway near Nashville, Lake Odessa • Graduates just in time for Clap Out • Lions have two in 90s at D3 Regional Tournament • Lions score two late runs for one-run victory in Pre-District �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, June 1,2019 Sun breaks for Memorial Day ceremonies The Maple Valley high school and junior high marching bands perform in the The Vermontville American Legion Color Guard stands during the Memorial Day Nashville Memorial Day Parade. Ceremony Monday. The Nashville Memorial Day Parade pauses in front of Art Frith of Nashville VFW Post 8260 rides in the Addison Ramey plays in the marching band during the the Castleton Maple Grove Nashville Fire Barn to honor Nashville Memorial Day Parade. Memorial Day Parade in Nashville. fallen firefighters. memorials downtown. Staff Writer A combined Maple Valley But the route was altered so Memorial Day was cele­ Band, featuring junior high participants could be bused brated twice in the Maple and high school students, from downtown to Lakeview Valley area this past week. played the national anthem Cemetery instead of march­ Events started on a sunny and taps, and Vermontville ing, and the parade was able Monday . morning in American Legion Post 222 to move forward. At the cem­ Vermontville, with a ceremo­ hosted the services. etery, the VFW raised a flag ny at the bridge over Ionia The Nashville parade was and performed a ceremony Road, then a short parade briefly called offby Nashville over a mock grave. and ceremonies in front of VFW Post 8260 because In previous years, the the Grand Army of the they did not have enough junior high band played at Republic and Vietnam members for the color guard. one village while the high school played at the other. 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Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM FAVORITE ITEMS’ VERMONTVILLE FARMERS MARKET will open Swiss Steak, Grilled Ham & Yams > or Baked Turkey I and Dressing Saturday, June 8th • 9am - 1pm with fresh produce, fruit in season and also baked goods AUdinners includepotatoes, soup and salad bar. 207 N. Main St. ♦ 517.852.0313 in the Vermontville Park �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 1,2019 — Page 3 STUDENTS, continued from page 1 Hochstetler plans to attend Michigan Technological University and major in elec­ trical engineering and com­ puter science. Britani Shilton, daughter ofTamara Zylstra of Sunfield and Kevin Shilton of Nashville. She ranks second in her class with a GPA of 3.986 and an SAT score of 1270. Shilton is a GLAC Scholar Athlete, has received an Academic All-Conference Award and three Maple Valley Academic Awards. She participated in cross country, basketball, power­ lifting and track. She is a member of the National Honor Society. Shilton is inspired by her father because, “He’s the most loving, caring man I know. He is always there for me, even if he’s had a long day at work.” Shilton’s philosophy/ motto is: “Work hard to accomplish your goals and stay focused on them.” Her favorite quote is, “Don’t stop until you’re proud.” A favorite book of Shilton’s is “The Selection” by Kiera Cass. Shilton plans to attend Albion College to study exercise science/pre-physical therapy. Anastasia Brooke, daughter of Laurie Brooke of Nashville arid John Brooke of Valparaiso, Ind. She is ranked third in her class with a GPA of 4.021 and an SAT score of 1230. Brooke has received a GLAC Academic Award, Maple Valley Academic Awards and has been on the honor roll consistently in her high school career. She has participated in News on Facebook keep up to date until the> new edition is printed! National Honor Society and DECA and won a blue-rib­ bon medal at DECA Districts. Of Rosin, she said, “He inspires me because he cares about the well-being of his students and is a great men­ tor.” Ana’s philosophy/motto is, “Be kind, and kindness will find you.” Her favorite quotes are, “Kind words are short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless,” by Mother Teresa and, “We can­ not solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them,” by Albert Einstein. Her favorite thing to read is, “The Blackthorn Key” series by Kevin Sands. Brooke plans to attend Davenport University to study business, with an ulti­ mate goal of owning a bak­ ery. Gavin Booher, son of Leslie and Kyle Booher of Vermontville. He is ranked fourth in his class with a GPA of 3.88 and an SAT score of 1210. He serves as the secretary of the senior class. He was named Academic All-State Honorable Mention for foot­ ball, received a GLAC Scholar-Athlete Award, is a three-year member of the National Honor Society, received Maple Valley Academic awards, and has been on the honor roll throughout high school. He is a three-sport athlete, participating in football, bas­ ketball and baseball. Booher was named to the 2018 GLAC honorable mention roster for baseball, the 2018 GLAC first team for football, and the 2019 GLAC second team for basketball. He also has participated in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes program. Booher said his family inspires him, “because they work hard every day and are some of the most caring peo­ ple I know.” His philosophy/motto is, “If you’re early, you’re on tirrie, if you’re on time, you’re late.” His favorite quote is: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me,” Philippians. 4:13. Booher’s favorite book is “Where the Red Fem Grows” by Wilson Rawls. Booher plans to attend Ferris State University in the fall. Cassandra Linn, daugh- ter of Krista Vincent of Nashville and Peter Linn of Highlands Ranch, Colo. She is ranked fifth in her class with a GPA of 4.015 and an SAT score of 1140. Linn’s achievements include Academic Excellence in social studies and English; Maple Valley Academic Awards all four years, taking Advanced Placement classes her junior and senior years and honors classes all four years. She has been a member of the Maple Valley Band pro­ gram and has participated in theater productions, most recently as Cinderella in “Into the Woods.” Linn has played soccer, serving as captain of the team for three years, and cross country, where she served as captain her senior year. She also participates in International Sled Dog Racing Association competi­ tions, and has taken first through third places. Linn said her mother is her inspiration, because, “She has always been encourag­ ing, loving and hardworking, despite hardships she has had to encounter.” Linn’s philosophy/motto is, “Trust in the Lord, and He will provide.” Her favorite quote is: “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff they comfort me.” Psalm 23:4. Her favorite book is, “The Lord ofthe Rings,” by J.R.R. Tolkien. Linn plans to attend Michigan State University through a four-year Army ROTC Scholarship, major­ ing in pre-veterinary studies. Austin Zank, son of Kelly and Jeff Zank of Nashville. He is ranked sixth in his class with a GPA of 3.633 and an SAT score of 1260. His academic achievements/ honors include Academic All-State Honorable Mention for football, a GLAC Scholar Athlete Award, Maple Valley Academic Awards, honor roll and National Honor Society membership. His extracurricular activi­ ties include band through 10th grade and being threeyear member of the varsity football team. He played bas­ ketball, baseball and golf, participated in Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and took part in student government, serving as the president of Maple Valley News Published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com • Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & CEO _______Hank Schuuring * cfo_________________ . ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. Chris Silverman csilverman@j-adgraphics.com * NEWSROOM• Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com the class. Additionally, he was a member ofthe superior-rated 2016 MV Drumline in Chicago, 2017 Second Team All-Conference in football, 2018 First Team All­ Conference, All-County, and All-Area in football and 2018 All-State Honorable Mention for football. Zank is inspired by his family because, “They always push me to be the best that I can be, and it has helped me get to where I am today.” His life’s philosophy/ motto is, “The thing that lies at the foundation of positive change, is service to a fellow human being,” by Lee lacocca. Zank’s favorite quote is: “All’s I gotta do is keep bein’ a good person. No matter what, good things’ll come my way. Everything’s gonna happen for me, just so long as I never have ‘No’ in my heart,” by David Spade as the character, “Joe Dirt.” Zank plans to major in civil engineering and play football at Trine University in Indiana. Megan Walker, daughter of Angela and Aaron Walker of Nashville. She is ranked seventh in her class with a GPA of 3.844 and an SAT score of 1140. Her academic achievements include a GLAC Scholar Athlete Award, a perfect SAT essay score and qualifying for the state level of DECA. Walker was a member of the cross-country team, serv­ ing as captain. When asked who inspires her, Walker replied, “There are too many people who inspire me for me to name them all, but the people who inspire me most are people who know what they want and go for it, people who are motivated by their dreams, not scared of them.” Her philosophy/motto is: Instead of asking “Why,” I ask, “Why not?” when faced with a decision. Walker’s favorite quote is, “Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore,” by Andre Gide. Her favorite book is, “Outliers,” by Malcolm Gladwell. Walker plans to attend Lansing Community College for two years before transfer­ ring to Grand Valley State University to study commu­ nications. Colten Ermel, son of Angela and Benjamin Ermel of Woodland. He is ranked eighth in his class with a GPA of 3.638 and an SAT score of 1210. Ermel interests include riding ATVs and quads and rebuilding computer sys­ tems. When asked who inspires him, Ermel responded, “My parents inspire me because they have worked hard in life to get to where they are, and I aim to be just like them.” Ermel’s life philosophy/ motto is, “To be happy, enjoy life, and do my part to keep Taco Bell in business.” His favorite quote is: “Be kind. Work hard. Be thank­ ful,” author unknown. A favorite book for Ermel is, “The Passage,” by Justin Cronin. Ermel will attend Lansing Community College and plans to become an electri­ cian. Marlee Youngs, daughter of Bobbi and Chris Youngs of Vermontville. She is ranked ninth in her class with a GPA of 3.549 and an SAT score of 1220. Youngs has been a mem­ ber ofthe Maple Valley Band and choir, Da Capo Honors Choir, DECA and dance. She is inspired by “Many people I love, my parents and my friends. They push me to be the best I can be.” Her philosophy/motto is “If you believe very strongly in something, stand up and fight for it.” Youngs’ favorite quote is: “We are only as strong as we are united, as weak as we are divided,” by J.K. Rowling. Youngs plans to attend GrandValley State University and major in psychology. Carson Hasselback, son of Mindy and Brice Hasselback of Vermontville. He is ranked 10th in his class with a GPA of 3.633 and an SAT score of 1170 Hasselback has been on the honor roll throughout high school and has earned a Maple Valley Academic Award. While at Maple Valley, Hasselback has participated in theater productions, choir, soccer, golf and basketball. He was named GLAC Second Team All-Conference in both basketball and soc­ cer, and was captain on the basketball team. Hasselback’s philosophy/ motto is, “Take a break and come back to it later, but fin­ ish the job.” When asked what his favorite quote is, he respond­ ed, “If we don’t succeed, we run the risk of failure,” by Dan Quayle. A favorite book is “Symphony for the City of the Dead,” by M. T. Anderson. Hasselback will attend Central Michigan University to pursue a degree in second­ ary education. �Page 4 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, June 1,2019 Mary Trowbridge From the Pulpit VERMONTVILLE, MI - Mary Trowbridge of Ver­ montville, peacefully passed away, at the age of 91, from natural causes on Tuesday, May 28,2019. Janice Kay Cobb Vem Trowbridge, her lov­ Pastor Glenn J Branham ing husband of 68 years, pre­ BUTTERNUT, WI - Jan­ Nashville Assembly ofGod ceded her in death in Febru­ ice Kay Cobb, age 66, of “He told them another parable: ‘The kingdom of ary 2017. Together tey raised Butternut, WL formerly of heaven is like a mustard seed, which a man took and four children; Roger (Sue) Vermontville, died surround­ planted in his field. Though it is the smallest of all your Trowbridge of Vermontville, ed by her family on Saturday seeds, yet when it grows, it is the largest of garden plants Karen Trowbridge of Cin­ May 25,2019 at her home. and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and cinnati, Vergie (Walt) Shaw She was bom on Janu­ perch in its branches.’” Matthew 13:31-35 of Olivet, and Harold Trow­ ary 15, 1953 in Lansing, the Jesus used the mustard seed to teach us principles bridge of Charlotte. Retha daughter of Richard Ray­ about the kingdom of heaven. His parables are spiritual (Doug) Puvogel, their “ad­ mond and Bertha Faye (Wil­ lessons about the life, power, and effectiveness of God’s opted” daughter, holds a spe­ son) Cobb. Her early life and kingdom on earth. cial place in their heart. schooling were in Michigan. The point of this parable lies in the difference For 48 years, Mary and Janice worked as a travel between the size ofthe seed that was planted and the size Vem owned and operated agent, truck and bus driver, of the tree that resulted. The smallest seed planted in the and was a secretary for a la­ Vermontville; her brother, Trowbridge Sales & Service garden grew to be large enough for birds to perch in its bor union. She helped those Richard Cobb of Vermont­ on Mainstreet in Vermont­ branches. in need with the Volunteers of ville; and many nieces, neph­ ville. Vem ran the shop and Small starts possess potential for tremendous growth. America and enjoyed music, ews, and other relatives and Mary managed the office. Like a mustard seed, our faith in God often begins very Mary also contributed to the sewing, and her flowers. She friends. She was preceded in death “shop-side” by being highly small, but it has potential to grow. most enjoyed spending time God began with one man and one woman; today with her family and friends, by her brother, David Cobb adept at locating and obtain­ and her dear friends, Gwenn ing needed repair parts. we’re at 7 billion. He narrowed His choice to one branch Trowbridge, Andy (Mi­ especially her grandchildren. of one family. Abraham had Isaac; Isaac had Jacob; As a lifelong resident of chelle) Trowbridge, Mark She is survived by her and Janet. A celebration oflife will be Vermontville, Mary was an (Debbie) Trowbridge, James Jacob became Israel and had 12 sons. By the time Joseph soulmate, Richard J. Lawonn was second in command in Egypt, “the children of Sr. ofButternut, WI; two chil­ held at a later date in Michi­ active member of the Order (Kelly) Shaw, Tricia Shaw, Israel” numbered 70 souls; (Exodus 1:5) 430 years later; ofthe Eastern Star, Vermont­ and Seth Trowbridge. She is dren, Christie (Chad) Lutz of gan. they left Egypt 25 million strong. Even so, they were In lieu offlowers, memori­ ville Chamber ofCommerce, the doting great-grandmother Bellevue and Jared (Nicki) small compared to other nations. God chose Israel, Osborne of Nashville; one als to the family, c/o Novitz- and Vermontville’s Maple ofJoshua, Kaylea, Grace, Al­ despite its small size, to show His power. stepson, Richard (Evelyn) ke Funeral Home would be Syrup Association. Mary and exander, Eliza, and Breanna. Jesus laid the foundation for His church with 12 men Arrangements are being Vem enjoyed square dancing Osborne of Nashville; five greatly appreciated. - and one ofthem bailed. Fifty days after His resurrection, The Novitzke Funeral with friends in Buds Duds. handled by Daniels Funeral grandchildren, Christiana, the Twelve were 120. That day itjumped to 3,120. Shortly Coralynn, Nicholas, Raelyn, Home in Park Falls, WI is as­ They also took great pleasure Home. thereafter it increased by another 5,000 — that’s 8,120. Visitation will be Wednes­ spending winters camping in and Cayden; her parents, sisting the family. Today the Church Jesus built numbers 25 billion. www.novitzkefuneral- Florida and Arizona. Mary is day, June 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. Richard and Faye Cobb of What began in a small comer of a nation the size ofNew home.coM fondly remembered for her and Thursday, June 6 from 10 Jersey, a nation not even sovereign at the time, but ruled open-door policy, her home to 11 a.m. at Daniels Funeral by the world’s superpower; what began with 12 men, not was your home, and you Home. special men, but generic, run-of-the-mill men — Funeral services will be were always welcome. fishermen, a tax collector, and a zealot - led by God Mary was the daughter of Thursday, June 6, 2019 at dressed in carpenter’s clothes; has led to 2.5 billion Rolla and Cleo Viele. She ll a.m. at Daniels Funeral believers in the world today. That is an example of graduated from Vermontville home. A graveside service mustard seed growth. High School in 1947. Mary will immediately follow the Let us commit to personal spiritual growth in also went on to attend Mich­ funeral service at Woodlawn response to Jesus’ parable of the mustard seed. igan State College where she Cemetery in Vermontville. A was enrolled in short course luncheon will follow at Ver­ The Barry County site for a free class, for home economics and montville Bible Church on Extension office will be the “Community-Based Parent maintains those friends to North Main Street. Nurturing,” Wednesdays, this day. In lieu of flowers, dona­ June 5 to 26. The office is in She was preceded in death tions may be made to the Community the Tyden Center, 121 S. by her sister, Jeanette Strait Vermontville Church St. and her brother, John Viele Center or the Order of the The class is for parents, and is survived by her broth­ Eastern Star, Kalamo 399. 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TV ANTENNA & TOWER INSTALLATION REPAIR i REMOVAL �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, June 1,2019 — Page 5 Local students on KCC honor lists Kellogg Community College has announced the honorees of the col­ lege’s president’s list and dean’s list for the spring semester. In addition to meeting the GPA require­ ments, student honorees on both lists have completed at least 12 credit hours and received no incomplete or withdrawn grades. Dean’s list The dean’s list recognizes students who have earned a barru Couniu semester grade point average from 350 to 3.99. Area stu­ dents on the dean’s list include: Bellevue - Nicholas Barnes, Cheyenne C. Childers, Mikayla A. Densmore, Joely M. Farkas, Ashley A. Huggett, Eric J. Mulvaine, Rickii D. Palmer, Emily T. Rodriguez, Wyatt J. Waterbury, Bailey J. Whitcomb. Charlotte — Madison L. Coolidge, Nolan S. Coolidge, Loren G. Hummell, Jessup R. Kerns, Jessika B. Reed, Baileigh M. Schrader. Dowling Chelsea J. Kubasiak, Hailey J. Pacillo, Janelle N. Pifer. Hastings Kathy J. Armstrong, Callie L. Borden, Gaylord H. Brown Jr., Katelynn N. Clark, Renae S. Cooley, Andrew D. Cybulski, Theresa G. Feldpausch, Hannah R. Franklin, Breanna N. Gillespie, Kaila E. Gillespie, Karley L. Goodenough-Tyner, Hunter J. Hilton, Kourtney L. Hubbert, Danielle J. Lance, Callie M. Lear, Kelly A. Lepsch, Kristen N. Manke, Abigail J. McKeever, Kenedy E. Newberry Jr., Sabrina C. Pummill, Rosa L. Seif, Brad E. Smith, Madison H. Smith, Molly M. Walker, Shawna M. Wemette, Levi R. Yonkers. Nashville Carlee S. Allen, Adam C. Cogswell, Shelbi L. Oleson. Vermontville - Amy L. Fisher. MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events 21112 June 2 June 3 June 3 June 5 President’s list The president’s list recog­ nizes degree-seeking stu­ dents who have earned a 4.0 grade point average for the semester. Local students include: Bellevue - Megan A. Labudde, Samantha K. Monday, June 3 Maduri, Dawson S. Morgan, Hastings: Card Program 9-11 Jacob A. Pestun. am.; TV Strings 10:30 am.; Charlotte Alex M. Painting Group 1 p.m.; Card Stolberg I, Zachary C. Story. Games 11 am. Delton: BP Dowling - Joy E. Gamo. Checks; Walking 11 a.m.-l Hastings - Morgan L. p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 Armour, Amiee L. a.m. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Bondurant, Rayann N. Tuesday, June 4 Campeau, Clare E. Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 Feldpausch, Lillian N. Hyatt, a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 am. Nash M. Martin, Kari V. ; BP Checks 10:30 am.; Meyer, August A. Miller, Train Your Brain 1 pm. Jennie L. Mueller, Elizabeth Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. M. Shaffer, Halina R. Wednesday, June 5 - Vaughan. Hastings: Card Program 9-11 Nashville - Brandy L. am.; Cop Talk 10:30 am. Bush, Holly A. Carpenter, Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Ronda M. Coller, Kacey C. Woodland: Card Games. McCarren, Kaleb D. Root, Delton: Walking 11 am.-l Kate M. Wilson. pm. N/W BP Checks 10:30 am. Thursday, June 6 - RSVP Father’s Day Party. Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 am.; Maggie Murphy Music 10:30 am. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am.; TV Time. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 am.-l pm. Friday, June 7 - Hastings: Exercise 9 am.; Bingo 9:30 am.; Iron Rails 10:30 a.m.; Dance 12:30-2:30 pm. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. June 6 June 6 Commission on Aging Menu June 6 and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, June 3 Salisbury steak w/gravy, baked potato, seasoned green beans, dinner roll, apple. Tuesday, June 4 Lemon herb baked chicken, cranberry pecan stuffing, roasted Brussels sprouts, peas, orange. Wednesday, June 5 Chicken salad plate, fresh assorted fruit, broccoli cranberry salad, muffin. Thursday, June 6 Pulled pork, bun, cucumber tomato salad, sweet potato fries, banana. Friday, June 7 Lasagna, Caesar salad, garlic bread, fruit. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, June 3 Salisbury steak w/gravy, baked potato, peas, whole grain granola bar, orange. Tuesday, June 4 Lemon baked chicken, cranberry pecan stuffing, broccoli, diced carrots, mixed fruit cup. ocal hunk Schedule Wednesday, June 5 Chicken cordon bleu, mashed potatoes, com, banana. Thursday, June 6 Macaroni and cheese, lima beans, cauliflower, grapes. Friday, June 7 Turkey meatloaf, mashed potatoes & gravy, mixed vegetables, apple. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, June 3 Sliced turkey & Swiss cheese, sandwich thin, potato salad, Mandarin oranges. Tuesday, June 4 Cheese cubes, club crackers, Garbanzo bean salad, citrus sections. Wednesday, June 5 Chicken Caesar salad, Italian pasta salad, pineapple, lemon square. Thursday, June 6 Cinnamon bagel, cream cheese, vanilla Greek yogurt, blueberries, vegetable juice. Friday, June 7 Chef salad, macaroni salad, fruited jello, vanilla wafers. Activities Calendar GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Sunday School.................................. 1 0 a.m. Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Charlotte Sunday: Morning Worship......................................... 11 Evening Worship........................................... 6 .Wednesday Family one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 am. Night Service................................ 6:45 p.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting................................................ 7 Phone: (517) 543-5488 . PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St, 11: 00 am ........ Fellowship "No matter who you are, or where you are on life'sjourney, you are welcome here.' REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR PEGGY BAKER Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Sunday School................................. 9:45 a.m. Nashville, Ml 49073 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 is Someone Special.' information call 1-269-731-5194. 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 Everyone GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday Service 10 am. 301 Fuller St., Nashville Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. For Sunday: A.M. Worship............. 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............. ........... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship............................................................ 7 PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE June 17 June 18 June 20 June 22 June 22 June 24 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets 2415 McCann Road Worship Service........................... 9:45 am. .............................. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer Sunday School............................. 11XX) am. ....................... 11XX) a.m. Holy Communion 517-852-2043 Sunday Services: For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Worship............................................. 9:15 a.m. 6043 E. M-79 Highway, Church Service PASTOR A Spirit-filled Church June 15 United Methodist Women: 517-588-8415 Sunday School........................... CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE June 12 PASTOR KAREN KINNEY (517) 726-0258 and many other activities. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES June 12 Adult Sunday School: 10:50 am. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 10: 00 am. Phone (269) 963-7710 June 10 June 11 517-726-0526 Vermontville, Ml 49096 Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service........................... ....... 9 am. 10:30 a.m. June 10 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. 9617 E. Baseline Rd. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study June 9 June 9 269-945-9554 or 1-806-870-7065 CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH Evening Worship............................................ 6 June 7 Call for Maple Valley News classified ads ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH A.M. Worship........................................11 a.m. June 7 50/50 Horse Show, 9 a.m., Expo Center Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 pm., Extension Office Non-livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 pm., Extension Office Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center 4-H Exploration Days Orientation, 7 pm., Extension Office Goat Showmanship Clinic, 7 pm., Expo Center Fair Entry Form (MDA forms) due to the Expo Center Cooking Competition Pre-registration due in the Extension Office Open Speed Show, 9:30 am., Expo Center Mandatory Goat Meeting for Parents, 2 p.m., Expo Center Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 pm., Expo Center Goat Showmanship, 7 pm. 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 6:30 pm, Extension Office Poultry Mandatory Meeting for Fair, 6:30 p.m., Expo Center Show Arena 4-H Teen Leader Meeting, 6:30 pm., Extension Office Market Rabbit Tattooing and Showmanship Clinic, 9 am., Expo Center Goat Showmanship, 7 pm., Expo Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting, 7 pm., Extension Office Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 pm., Expo Center Poultry Mandatory Meeting for Fair, 9 am., Expo Center Show arena Poultry Showmanship Clinic, following mandatory meeting, Expo Center Show Arena Goat Showmanship Clinic, 7 p.m., Expo Center ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................. 9:30 am. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St Rose Catholic Church, 4 miles west of Nashville 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 Hastings (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................. 8:30 am We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville Sunday School .. Mickey Cousino . Certified Lay Minister . Phone 616-765-5322 Worship Service 9:45 a 11 a Sunday Evening Service................... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.................. 6:30 p.m. AWANA............................... 630-8 p.m. Wed. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Children’s Classes, Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, A.M. Service................................................... 11 Leadership Training P.M. Service.................................................... 6 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Wed. Service.................................................. 7 PASTOR JOE BENEDICT QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 am. 11:15 a.m. .Worship WEST BENTON CHURCH Sunday Worship 10:00 am. Phone: (517) 852-1783 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR RICH MITTERLING e-mail: grace@gc3.org . 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June 1,2019 Backstreet Barometer’ was a well-read ‘News’ feature This column by the late Susan Hinckley was printed tn the May 2. 19X9, Maple Valley News. She wrote: For the next few weeks we will take a look al some favorite “Backstreet Barometer" col­ umns written by the late Donald F. Hinderliter, edi­ tor-publisher of The Nashville Newsfrom 1941 to 1956. The following pieces were excerptedfrom columns published in 1948. Memories of the Otto Christensen, promi­ nent Main Street furniture tycoon, is foresighted enough that he came up way last week with an idea that would have hit most of us next Sunday. He spilled said idea Saturday morning, remark­ ing that he thought it would be a fine thing if holes were made at the curb in front of business places, for inserting flag poles. His idea was that all self-respecting firms would want to display the flag on Memorial Day. We answered back quick­ like that there already are lengths of gas pipe sunk in the concrete just inside the Nashville’s annual floods might be avoided by implementation of a futuristic plan Colin T. Munro was probably one of the older mercurb in front of all stores in chants on Nashville's Main Street when Donald advanced by local grist mill owner Otto Lass, according to editor Donald Hinderliter. the business section. Then Hinderliter wrote his 1948 piece, but according to the Lass, who had lived on the banks of the Thomapple River since his parents, the Louis p, g we thought again and real­ editor's calculations, the average age of men in busi-Lasses, bought the mill in 1916, suggested an extensive dredging operation beginning , g g ized those holes were cov­ ness in the village at that time was “very close to 40 just below the dam, seen here circa-1950. The Lass home is in the center background, ered up last summer when the sidewalk was resurfaced years." Munro, who died in 1960, operated a grocery which shows homes along Bridge Street. by the Michigan Colprovia store on Main Street for 55 years, making his the lon­ Company.. gest, continuous one-owner business in the same locaSo, we dumped the prob- tion. lem in the lap of “Warp” Olin, and he got out his almost word for word that Hospital to see the little divining rod and proved how the trouble with Nashville is woman and the new son, the simply the problem could be the men who are in business grass on every lawn was solved. The gadget in ques­ here. Yep, they said, practi­ burned sear and brown. Our tion probably is called a cally all the men on Main garden burned out, and all we metal finder of something. It Street have made their money had that year worth mention­ consists of a dial centered and aren’t interested in prog­ ing - besides a baby - was a with a free-swinging magnet­ ress. What this town needs, good crop of Damson plums. ic needle that normally points they finished with great feel­ In that dark Depression north or parallel to the ing, is a bunch ofyoung men year of 1934 everything ground. When the thing is in business. came cheap. In spite of the carried along the sidewalk, Someone has been preach­ drought, tomatoes sold for 25 the needle suddenly gets all ing that line of thought, and cents a bushel, the finest por­ excited and points straight the complainers who are too terhouse steak cost less than down, and right there is a lazy-minded to think up their two bits a pound, and a fam­ buried piece of gas pipe. As own criticisms are passing it ily of four could live luxuri­ this optimistic report is writ­ along. As the French say, it is ously on 10 dollars’ worth of ten, “Warp” hasn’t yet gotten to laugh. A flag flutters in front of the old Nashville Post Office on the southeast corner of food per week. Only catch into the project but he thinks As nearly as we can figure was that $10 was an amount Washington and Main streets in this circa-1940s photo, and Don Hinderliter had a goal he can locate the holes and from factual information and mighty hard to come by. of seeing that each Nashville business had a hole out front for inserting flag poles, so remove the thin covering careful estimates, the aver­ In our two years of mar- that all might display their nation's banner on Memorial Day 1948. A metal detector, a over the top in time for flags age age of the men in busi­ riage. we had managed to new-fangled piece of equipment back then, would help with the project. to be displayed next Sunday. ness in Nashville is very accumulate about half Let’s all remember to have close to 40 years. Four busi­ enough furnishings for the weren’t hurt by the experi­ filled-up river, which floods thomapples, is to have to sit them out. ness establishments on Main six-room bungalow we rent­ ence. But, you youth of every spring, and would pro­ at a typewriter on a beautiful Street are owned and operat­ ed and had done it on a salary today, don’t even think we’re vide sufficient drop to make day like this and try to write In quite a few years of ed by veterans of World War ranging from $18 to $25. asking for a repeat perfor­ a fast-flowing stream. something the subscriber living in small towns, we’ve II and even they are quite How we loved that good mance. We would like to go on might care to read. noticed that a common com­ aged as compared to a couple old blue eagle. When the first Personally, we never did record as hazarding a guess Sometimes, like today, plaint has to do with the fact of their fellow businessmen. $35 payroll rolled around we enjoy rolling our own ciga­ that someday, probably when there just isn’t any inspira­ that a bunch of superannuat­ And a few real old-timers, as celebrated by riding down­ rettes from Model, even with enough money is appropriat­ tion. And then the best thing ed old fogies on Main Street a matter of fact, are more town on the bus and splurg­ those efficient little rolling ed by Congress and when the to do is lock up the joint, go hamper the development of progressive in many ways, ing for a couple of 50-cent machines, and we can’t see Army engineers get their the town. Critics casting more public-spirited and bet­ dinners and main floor movie any object in low price tags way, almost exactly that plan home and lie under a tree. about for someone to blame ter boosters for the town, seats. As a matter of fact, we when a guy hasn’t the price of Otto’s will be put into Sometimes we get lovely inspirations while lying for any shortcomings the than are their younger con- even wondered a little about ofthe tag in his pockets. practice. under trees, and it’s right town may have, invariably temporaries. There may be another what we would do with so Of course, that’s only the unfortunate we never have picked on the men in busi­ depression, but we aren’t in beginning. There must be paper or pencil along at the There is room for improve­ much money. ness. ment in Nashville, all right. deepening and widening of moment. If our 14-year-old son favor of it. And probably it’s natural But there’s nothing to this should happen to read these the outlet from Thomapple In case anything turns up, to blame the man who has complaint about old age havOtto Laas knows how to Lake and some other straight­ it will be added onto this lines, we hope he will take been in business a long time, ing crept up on the town. It notice of our weekly earn­ cure Nashville’s flood prob­ ening and deepening of the beginning. If nothing and, like the ones who have isn’t a man’s years that count; ings of 14 and 15 years ago lem, but doesn’t know how river. matures, maybe we can clip been in only a short time, still it’s his attitude. and compare them to his own to raise the money to accom­ But to all practical purpos­ something from an exchange hasn’t done anything about pay for a few simple part­ plish it. es, Otto Lass, who has lived paper. Tally-ho. said shortcomings. Natural, Our older son, Steve, was time chores around home. It’s simple. We merely on the banks of the mighty maybe, but not very logical 14 years old last Saturday. We who lived through the dredge a new course for the Thomapple since 1916, has or fair. The summer he was bom 1930s may sometimes seem Thomapple River, from a had the answer to its problem We were more amused was a blinger. On the 5th day to be bragging about how point just below the dam in years ahead of the experts. than shocked yesterday to of June the temperature in tough things were. Really, Nashville, straight to Gregg’s hear two people in different Kalamazoo hitt 106, and we aren’t. We learned a lot Crossing. Probably the toughest job parts of town complain when he went up to Borgess from those times, and we Such a course would elim­ in the world, next to driving inate the miles of winding, chickens or grubbing out �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, June 1, 2019 — Page 9 CHECKS, continued from page 1 M-66 anced — the account is bal­ anced,” Harmon said. “This whole thing got out of hand. One person said something to another, and itjust kept grow­ ing from nothing.” During the meeting, Goris asked ifthe board would con­ sider reaching out to the Vermontville Post Office with a letter recognizing that it was not their fault. “This post office is vulner­ able and we cannot afford to LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Foreclosure by Advertisement MORTGAGE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Timothy Baker, a natural person (“Mortgagor”), to Finance of America Commercial LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“Mortgagee”), dated July 17,2018, and recorded on December 14, 2018, as Document 2018-012221, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of $138,744.92, and no suit or proceedings 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 the statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on June 13, at 1:00 p.m. Local Time, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court of Barry County, Michigan, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid, on said mortgage, with the interest accruing on the principal due at the rate of 14.99 percent 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 premises are described as follows: LOT(S) 36 OF SUPERVISOR GLASGOW’S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF HASTINGS ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN LIBER 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 3 OF BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, EXCEPT THAT PART LYING EAST OF CK AND S RAILROAD, ALSO EXCEPT COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 35, GLASGOW’S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF HASTINGS; THENCE WEST 66 FEET; THENCE SOUTH TO THE NORTH LINE OF LOT 37; THENCE EAST 66 FEET; THENCE IN A NORTHERLY DIRECTION TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, ALL IN GLASGOW'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF HASTINGS, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. Commonly known as: 1827 S JEFFERSON ST HASTINGS, Ml 49058 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 the 30 days immediately following the sale or 15 days from the statutory notice, -whichever is later. 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 responsible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Dated: May 2, 2019 By: Attorneys for Mortgagee Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Benjamin Price 313 South Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933-2193 (517) 371-8253 -andPolsinelli PC Daniel S. Dooley 900 West 48th Place, Suite 900 Kansas City, Missouri 64112 (816) 753-1000 (05-11)(06-01) lose it,” Goris said. “We need to back up a lit­ tle bit,” Supervisor Jack Owens said. “I had the post office investigator call and talk to me about this during the investigation, and I wasn’t supposed to talk about it because it was under investi­ gation. How did we find out those checks were not lost and the post office was noti­ fied about that?” “That’s what I’m asking,” Goris said. “It’s not that they were missing. Missing’s a bad word,” Harmon said. “It’s just that we had not received them.” “So you’re saying that there were 50 checks that you didn’t receive, and we’ve received all 50 of those checks in the mail or they’ve been re-issued now,” Clerk Rita Miller asked Harmon. Miller continued to ask questions about how many were received and how many were re-issued. “Fifty is a lot of checks,” she said. “It was more like 40,” Harmon said. “Forty is still a lot of checks,” Miller said. “Did some people double pay?” asked Goris. “No, I didn’t enter both of them in the system,” Harmon said. “So what you’re saying is everything is balanced and all the payments we thought were missing are actually there?” Supervisor Jack Owens asked. “We don’t have anyone delinquent on taxes because of lost checks right now?” “Right,” Harmon said. “It’s just the checks didn’t come fast enough.” “We’ve been through a whole lot of conversations and procedures, and we accused people of losing checks and it’s been all over the papers, and now you’re saying we’re balanced and it’s all good, right?” Owens asked Harmon. “Yes,” Hannon said. “That’s why I am asking,” Goris said. “We can’t stand to lose this post office. “They don’t know that we are balanced and everything is good, so we need to send a letter and apologize some­ how. It was stated in the paper by our deputy treasurer that those checks were lost by the post office, and 1 think we need to clear that up.” The board agreed to write the letter, send it to the local post office and ask that it be sent on to the other offices affected. In other business, the board decided by consensus to move forward with gathering quotes for the installation of the wheelchair lift for the opera house. A motion also was carried to allow the purchase of a new office printer, for a total not to exceed $1,200. Miller said the pres­ ent printer is eight years old and is having problems. She said the maintenance contract on the present printer is up at the beginning of June. All board members were present at the meeting, which was adjourned at 9 p.m. work underway near Nashville Lake Odessa M-66 north of Lake Odessa and on the south side of Nashville were closed Tuesday for two major projects. Both projects by the Michigan Department of Transportation require total closure of sections of the highway through August. Work on the M-66 Quaker Brook bridge replacement began Tuesday, and is scheduled to continue until Nov. 15. (Photos by Taylor Owens) The bridge over Quaker Brook in Nashville is being replaced, and the road is scheduled to reopen Aug. 2. Work is expected to continue through Nov. 15. The official detour for northbound traffic is M-79 into Hastings then north and east on M-43 back to M-66. Resurfacing of M-66 in Ionia County has an estimated completion date of Aug. 31. The Quaker Brook bridge in Nashville is expected to re-open Aug. 2. Tlie $10 million project will include resurfacing of the highway from M-50 to 1-96, including new concrete curb and gutter, improved drainage, new guard rails and culverts. Traffic along that stretch is being directed west on a detour along Jordan Lake Road in Lake Odessa, north to Portland Road and back east to M-66. 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A second presenter from Longway Planetarium in Flint will build an air-pow­ ered rocket. All Vermontville summer reading events will take place at 6:30 pm. at the Vermontville Community The annual Clap Out for Maple Valley graduates almost didn’t happen this year. Center or the park across the This is the tradition when graduates walk down the halls of the elementary schools to street. the applause of the students. But graduation rehearsal nearly went too long for gradThe library also has two telescopes and a pair of uates to arrive before elementary school was dismissed for the day. Luckily, four high-powered binoculars that graduates made it to Fuller Street Elementary minutes before students were dis­ parents can check out for a missed Thursday. Shown, from left, are graduates Sarah Lowndes, Mara Pena, week at a time from the Mikayla Brighton and Meghan Wilmath being applauded by second-grade students. library to look at the stars. (Photos by Taylor Owens) Starling Aug. 12, after sum­ mer reading ends, the tele­ scopes will be available to check out for all adult patrons. Other Vermontville events Nate Wenger peeks through a telescope that parents include an inflatable plane­ tarium from Longway will be able to check out to view the stars this summer. Planetarium in Hint and con­ stellation jar painting June Astronaut Boot Camp, teach­ and Week Five will feature Space 18, an interactive play from ing youngsters the skills they “Learning about Acting Up Theater June 25, need to learn to become an Discovery,” July 22 and 25. Summer Reading at last year’s Exotic Zoo will astronaut from 11 a.m. to Putnam will end with a return July 2 (in the fire 12:30 p.m. June 18. bam), a magic class by This year, Putnam will be chance for readers to win Baffling Bill the Magician, double-booking their weekly space-themed prizes at 6 an astronaut training presen­ events to accommodate fam­ p.m. July 31 at Fuller Street tation July 16, Nerf games in ilies with busy schedules. Elementary. The “Space the park July 23, alien- For five weeks, each event Tellers” program will feature themed projects July 30 and will take place twice, 11 a.m. a presentation and experi­ an ice cream sundae and auc­ Monday and 6 p.m. Thursday. ments from a guest speaker. tion Aug. 6. Week One will have More information is avail­ More information is avail­ “Studying the Stars” June 17 able on the Putnam District able on the Vermontville and 22. 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Freshman Owen Bailey and sophomore Christian “Buck” Schrader each scored a 97 to lead the Lion team. Lion senior Carson Hasselback scored a 107 and freshman Kenneth Curtis a 119. Schoolcraft won the regional championship with a team score of 355 and Dowagiac was second with a 363. Delton Kellogg finished in the final state qualifying position for next weekend’s Division 3 Lower Peninsula State Finals at Katke Golf Club in Big Rapids with a third-place score of 367. The top three teams and top three individuals not on those teams at regionals across the state this week earned spots in next week­ end’s state finals. Delton Kellogg finished five strokes ahead of its Southwestern Athletic Conference rivals from Constantine to earn that final team qualifying spot. Constantine’s Brendon NTS. Patmalneks did qualify for Schoolcraft was led by a the state finals as an individ­ 79 from Parker Lawrence ual earning medalist honors and an 85 from Max on the day with a score of77. Desmond to capture the Hillsdale’s Mitch Blank scored a 78 and Quincy’s Lawson Tell scored an 84 to earn the other two individual state qualifying spots. Constantine scored a 372 as a team, ahead of Hillsdale Maple Valley Youth Buchanan 375, 378, Basketball will host its annuParchment 389, Hopkins al Kevin Rost Basketball 389, Berrien Springs 419, Camp for boys and girls from Maple Valley 420, Olivet Young 5’s through eighth 422, Quincy 429, Coloma grade. 467, Niles-Brandywine 487, The summer camp will run Comstock 538 and Watervliet in two sessions during its two week run. The camp for Young 5’s through fifth grad­ ers will be held Monday through Thursday June 17-20 and June 24-27, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. each day. A sack lunch will be provided. The camp for sixth through only to be picked off of first eighth graders will run from three pitches later. Zank Monday through Friday each walked again in the top ofthe week, June 17-21 and June sixth with two out, but was 24-28, from 9 a.m. until noon stranded at first. each day. A sack lunch will Hansen and Nick Osborne be provided. both walked in the top of the The camp will be held in seventh for the Lions, putting the two gyms at Maple Valley two on with one out and forc-High School. The cost to par­ ing Sikorski from the mound. ticipate is $20 per player. Reliever Kameron Haviland Each player will receive a struck out the final two T-shirt and basketball, as Maple Valley winners to earn well as lunches each day. the save. There is a $50 maximum will Bronson face charge per family/household. Galesburg-Augusta in the Sign-up forms will be first of two district semifinal available at the camp. There match-ups at Union City are some scholarships availHigh School today, with host able upon request. Union City facing off against Delton Kellogg in the sec­ ond. The district final is planned for 2 p,m. in Pre-District with Lions Sikorski went 6 and 1/3 innings for the Vikings, strik­ ing out ten Lions and walk­ ing five. A single by Maple Valley’s Gregg Richardson was the only hit for his team. Hudson Wotta had the RBI single that pushed in the lone run for the Vikings, who were this spring’s Big 8 Conference Champions. Maple Valley had two on with two out in the first inning. Richardson singled and Hansen followed with a walk, but Sikorski got his second strike out ofthe game to end the threat. The only other Lion to reach base through the next four- innings was Austin Zank, who worked a two-out walk in the top of the third Lions score two late runs for one-run victory in Pre-District The Lions will return to Sports Editor action in the district semifi­ -Maple Valley’s Kelsey nals today (June 1) at Union Meyers knocked a single into City High School, taking on right field to bring home host Union City. Bronson teammates Karlie Dahms and and Delton Kellogg meet up Eli Heinze from second and in the second semifinal ofthe third to put the Maple Valley day, with the district final to varsity softball team up 3-2 follow at about 2 p.m. “The girls played very in the top of the sixth inning of its Division 3 Pre-District well, the best I saw all sea­ ballgame with visiting son,” Maple Valley head coach Mary Lesage said fol­ Galesburg-Augusta Tuesday. The Rams managed to get lowing her team’s win over a girls on base in the bottom the Rams Tuesday. Schrader pitched an awe­ of the sixth and had two on with two out in the bottom of some game, only giving up the seventh. Lion pitcher one earned fun. She walked Kaycie Schrader struck out just two; The Rams took a 1-0 lead the final batter of each inning to preserve the Maple Valley in the bottom of the second victory in the opening round inning on a two-out RBI dou­ ble from Delaney Dack. ofthe state tournament. Brett Bremer The Lions evened the ball­ game in the top of the fourth inning when Dahms led off the fourth inning with a sin­ gle and scored on a triple to center field by Heinze. Heinze was stranded at third though, and. the Rams bounced right back to take a 2-1 lead on another RBI dou­ ble from Dack in the bottom ofthe fourth. “The girls did what they had to do,” Lesage said, “I’m extremely proud. They played great” Pitcher Kaylee Saggio was hit with the loss for the Rams. She struck out five and walked two. NEWS FROM THE EATON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE larcenies, 56 unknown 911 calls, eight operating while impaired, 10 personal injury crashes, 27 property damage crashes, 60 suspicious situa­ tions, 31 traffic hazards, 204 traffic stops, seven vacation checks and 35 traffic viola­ tions. Overall, deputies respond­ ed to 965 calls for service arid events. Cost: $20 per player. Includes camp, tee shirt and basketball & sack lunch. *$50 maximum per family/ household. Sign up forms available on site at camp. (Scholarships upon request) The fun basketball day camp is designed to be affordable to all as well as teach and improve the funda­ mental skills of basketball. Players of all skill levels are welcome, from first time players to veterans of the game. Players may be divid­ ed by skill level as well as grade throughout the camp. The emphasis with the younger, less experienced players will be basic drib­ bling, passing, defense and “perfect shot” techniques on eight-foot rims for younger players. The drills are designed to be fun and enjoy­ able. The older/more skilled player will be in the big gym learning more advanced drills and skills. They will be running drills such as a three-person weave, Washington, rebounding, boxing out, 3-on-2, 2-on-l, door fast breaks, shell drill, shuffle drills and playing some games each day. This gym will be more up-tempo and challenging. Contact MV Youth Basketball Coordinator Tony Joostbems with any ques­ tions by phone at 269-838­ 8131 or by email at tjoostberns@yahoo.com. More infor­ mation can also be found on the MV Youth Basketball Facebook page. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or marital 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 ofchildren under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in viola­ tion of the law. 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Maple Valley pitcher Noah Hansen and Bronson pitcher Brett Sikorski were excep­ tional though, each throwing up zeroes the rest ofthe after­ noon as the Bronson boys scored a 1-0 victory over the Lions to earn a spot in today’s (June 1) district semifinals. Hansen struck out six and walked six in six innings, allowing just the one first-in­ ning single. regional title. The Eagles also got a 95 from Myalz Berkheiser and a 96 from Bret DenHarder. Dowagiac got an 84 from Maximum durability and reduced blade breakage 8184400 ”19" 1-Gal. Deck Correct Coating Covers and corrects wom, weathered, exterior wood and concrete. 6522262 1-Gal. Kilz2®Latex Sealer/Primer/Stain BlOcker $279® Interior/exterior, water-base formula. Seals porous surfaces. 6971923 $1399 219 S. State foiOMETOWNj |te 5 LUMBER & HARDWARE BuyAiSby Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. �Pape 12 — Just Say ’A* Mvertised m the Maple Valley News' Saturday. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 23, June 8, 2019 Class of 2019 starts a new chapter Taylor Owens Staff Writer The Maple Valley High School Class of 2019 threw caps in the air and said their goodbyes Friday, May 31. The two-hour graduation ceremony for 60 Maple Valley seniors, in addition to international and Pathways students, took place on a sunny evening on the high school football field. This year’s guest speaker was Class of 2011 graduate and Vermontville Bible Church Pastor Joe Benedict. He spoke of the trials and challenges of his own life, such as going through col- lege while supporting his family and fighting cancer. “My life has gone places I do hot deserve, and has been more exciting than I could ever imagined,” Benedict said. “I could have never dreamed that my life could have been filled with so many lessons and immense Nashville EMS taken off probation Taylor Owens Director Mel Oakley, who Staff Writer has been in the position just The probation Castleton over a year. Maple Grove Nashville “They’re happy with Emergency Medical everything he’s been doing,” Services has been under Hartwell said. since January 2018 has been The probation meant the lifted. service had to send BCMCA Barry County Medical additional paperwork,such Control Authority revoked as staff work schedules, the service’s license in every month and the service January 2018 for 16 days, was unable to participate in and kept them under certain programs which probation when they were affected its grant eligibility. reinstated. The BCMCA said The probation was poor communication and a scheduled to last one year, lack of staffing at the service but last month was the first led to the decision. time the service and BCMCA a During Castleton were able to schedule a Township meeting meeting with enough board Wednesday, board members present. Supervisor and EMS Board Oakley said the service is Chairwoman Cheryl currently in the discovery Hartwell said BCMCA phase to obtain a grant for a Director Dr. Matt Scarff new ambulance, but the decided to lift the probation process will take months. May 28 after seeing the Also at the township performance of EMS meeting, trustee Earl Wilson said he has received complaints from residents attempting to contact CMGNA Fire Chief Steve Augustine for bum permits, but were unable to reach him. “I think it’s time for a little discipline,” Wilson said. Hartwell said it is a complicated issue with a volunteer fire department, and suggested individuals with complaints bring them directly to the fire board. “If it’s anonymous, is it really a complaint?” Hartwell asked. “How serious is it if you’re not willing to put your name on it?” Hartwell added that the board could look into having a second phone number listed for bum permits in case Augustine is not available at the time. Cassidy Thompson and her fellow graduates walk to the field to throw their caps in the air after the ceremony. trials.” The three lessons from his own life he wanted the grad­ uates to learn were: to for­ give, to make choices based on selflessness and for them to find a purpose beyond themselves. “The way to be effective in your life is to be fully present wherever you are at, and try to make the most of the tough relationships, the tough situations and the trag- edies that you go through,” Benedict said. “Forget your­ self for others and others will never forget you.” Senior Scholar Britani Shilton thanked the school staff for their support throughout the graduates’ school careers. “Without the constant sup­ port of every one of these people, many of us wouldn’t have made it to this very important day,” Shilton said. She shared the lessons she has learned in school that she said she will take with her throughout life: to have fun, laugh, work hard and focus. “The only way to get bet­ ter at something is to work at it,” Shilton said. “Make an effort to talk to other people and make new friends.” Class President Austin Zank walked the students through fond memories of their years together. “Looking back on it, it’s nice to remember all the little things that have happened,” Zank said. “It feels like a week ago we were painting the rock wondering how long this year was going to take.” He remembered late nights working on the parade float, the football team making it to the playoffs for the first time in 12 years and playing with teacher Landon Peabody’s dog. “Thanks for tolerating me,” top senior scholar David Hochstetler said during his speech. He thanked his teachers and family for encouraging, help­ ing and challenging him. After the speakers, the Da Capo Honors Choir sang “Back Home” by Andy Grammar, and the band played “Crazy Train” and “Old Town Road.” Once the graduates had their diplomas in hand, retir­ ing band director Dennis Vanderhoef gave his final performance conducting the band in playing “Ceremony at Margate.” Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Fund Board Member Brian Benedict also announced awards for Maple Valley graduates and alumni totaling $54,500. Recipients of the awards See GRADUATION, pg. 4 In This Issue Classic car show in time for Father’s Day The Nashville Classic Car Show will return at 8 a.m. Saturday, June 15, in downtown Nashville. The event is free for visitors, and all classic cars, trucks, motorcycles, tractors and more are welcome. The Friends of the Library will host a book sale starting at 9 a.m. and root beer floats starting at 10 a.m. The Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Fire Department will serve an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast fundraiser with sausage, biscuits and gravy from • 165 years of Michigan industry began in Nashville • Putnam to have busy week • Union City ends Lions’ tournament run with big inning �Page 2 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, June 8,2019 165 years of Michigan industry began in Nashville In preparation for the Nashville sesquicentennial in August, Nashville Michigan Historical Society President Kermit Douse has been researching the history of Nashville and its founding families. While reading “Barry County Michigan History and Families," Dousefound an entry on the Hanchett family, which he recognized from stories by the late Susan Hinckley in the Maple Valley News. The entry mentioned Hanchett Manufacturing in Big Rapids, and Douse and his wife, Debbe, decided to make a trip to meet the owner and learn more. They shared what they had learned with the current owner of Hanchett Manufacturing, Nashville Michigan Historical Society President Ralph Manting, and also Kermit Douse presents a Sesquicentennial hat to Ralph learned about the history of Manting owner of Hanchett Manufacturing. the business themselves. on the north side of the river ... They were owned by the Hanchett family.” Brothers Charles and Hiram Hanchett and families were the only white people in the area that is now Nashville, and they owned a crude sawmill, making lum­ ber from logs hauled -by farmers from the surround­ ing area. Before this sawmill, all farm homes in the area were of log construction. What we now know as Bridge Street that runs behind Putnam Park, was a two-track wagon trail that came from the north and led to the river and “Hanchett’s Mills” as their spot was called. Not long after the Kermit Douse Special Contributor All ofthe earliest accounts concerning our area before it was incorporated will include references to the family name of Hanchett. Even before the arrival of the Feighner family, the Hanchetts were already here. In a 1903 account by Emmanuel Feighner for a story in The Nashville News, Feighner recounted what he remembered as a young lad when his family arrived. “At the time, (1854), there was a log house near where the pump house is now, (near the present-day Putnam Park bathrooms), and a sawmill BOBBIN'S MMco COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE CENTER Now offering factory dealer com­ puter programing for Our Diagnostic Computer Software is Compatible With All Makes & Models 945-0191 O JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE. INC. 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They continued their saw­ mill practices, but branched out and further developed the needs of the saw industry. Around 1880, John invented and obtained a patent for a tool called a swage. This tool spread the teeth of a saw blade wider than the thick­ ness of the blade itself, mak­ ing it possible for the saw to pass through wood without binding. Because ofthis tool, the Hanchett Company of Big Rapids became a house­ hold name for every sawmill operation and saw maker in the country. Brother Volney joined the business in the late 1800s, and in about 1905, he bought out his brother’s interest in the company. Volney expanded the compa­ ny into saw sharpening, knife grinding equipment, disc and surface grinders, buffers and polishers. In 1910, father Hiram, who had inspired the boys’ interest in this business, died and was brought back to our area and buried with his wife in Wilcox Cemetery. Meanwhile, his grandsons were expanding the business daily, and the company con­ tinued to be known through­ out the United States. Hiram’s brother Charles is buried locally in the Hosmer cemetery. During World War II, the company was internationally recognized when it was called upon to ship large grinding machines to our allies the Russians. These machines could grind 24-inch thick armor for con­ structing tanks that stopped the advance of the German army. During the peak of wartime, Hanchett Manufacturing employed 900 people. The years after the war saw a decline in the need for the large grinders, but the Hanchett name was recognized the world over as the “go-to” manufacturer for a niche market. As with most businesses, needs change with the times, and the company had to streamline in order to sur­ vive. The large factory ofthe 1940s is now gone, but the saw and grinding market still keeps them afloat, selling products and services to that unique market. At one time, the city of Big Rapids was home to the world’s largest grinding and saw perfectionists, and a street in the town was named after them. The city had been the recipient of considerable positive attention the Hanchett family brought to the area. Today, a much smaller business remains in operation, and the patent on the 1880 swage has contin­ ued to be their ace in the hole. Recently, on a mild spring Wednesday, Ralph Manting, a great-great-great grandson of Hiram Hanchett, invited us to meet him and listen to this story. It was a real jour­ ney through a family history of Michigan industry and ingenuity. They operate with a much smaller staff, and they work with many mod­ em CNC machines, but also have a wealth of lathes, presses and other equipment that are decades old. They use them because the machines still do the precise work this business demands. Ralph Manting, now near­ ing retirement, is proud of the business that still bears Hiram Hanchett’s family name. Some 165 years ago, the Hanchett family placed their sawmill on our scenic little river to fulfill the need of the local homesteaders who in turn created this vil­ lage. As our village gears up for the sesquicentennial cele­ bration, we pay our respects to this family. Their ances­ tors found this valley on the Thomapple a perfect place from which to start their Michigan journey. From these initial stages, a legacy was built, along with a busi­ ness of international recogni­ tion. Youngsters can read their way to the state capitol State Rep. Julie Calley, of Portland, is again teaming up with several libraries in the district on a summer reading contest for children in first through fifth grades in Barry and Ionia counties, including Putnam District Library in Nashville. Children are encouraged to read as many books as they can through August. Students or their parents 31 to be eligible. The win­ should record the titles of ners, along with their family completed books and the members, will be guests of number of pages read on a Rep. Calley at the state bookmark provided to the Capitol to be a Legislator for libraries or downloaded and the Day in the fall. printed from her website, “My goal is to support a RepCalley.com. lifelong love of reading,” Readers must submit the Rep. Calley said. “Strong lit­ bookmarks in the contest box eracy skills are the founda­ at the library or mail them to tion to a successful educa­ Rep. Calley’s office by Aug. tion.” Olivet College dean’s list includes local students More than 275 students have been named to the Olivet College spring semes­ ter dean’s list, including stu­ dents from this area. To make the dean’s list, a student must be attending full-time and earn a grade point average of 3.5 or high­ er. An asterisk* indicates a 4.0 grade point average for the semester, qualifying for the president’s list. Bellevue - Alexis Hart*, Marah Heikkila*, Joseph Platek, Benjamin Sends. Charlotte Reece Burton*, Christine Craft, Margaret Dunn*, Sarah Emenhiser, Miranda Gale*, Audrey Helfrich, Jack Holman, Trenton Imes, Melanie Keusch, Addison Kimmer, Malorie Kiplinger, Travis Kroeg*, Cady LaPoint, Emily McAdam, Cameron Ramos*, Kaylee Richardson*, Kennedy Smith, Skyler Sutton, Caitlyn Tanner*, James Thurman, William Wilson. Nashville Corey Hricovsky*, Hailey Jungel*. Sunfield Abigale Smith*. Vermontville - Zachary Pruitt. VERMONTVILLE FARMERS MARKET will open Saturday, June 8th • 9am - 1pm with fresh produce, fruit in season and also baked goods in the Vermontville Park Subsidy Available Now! Stop in to check out our Maple Valley Arms top(£) 100 - 106 Lentz, Nashville, MI 49073 FAVORITE ITEMS! 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments • 32 Units-Rent Based Income • Stove and refrigerator furnished 517.852.0852 517-852-9700 TTY/TDD-dial-711 Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer Stylist Teri Knoll Stylist Lynzie Smith Receptionist Gloria Guernsey Owners Kimberly & Joe Rodriguez HAIR • NAILS • PRODUCT 207 N. Main St. • 517.852.0313 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 8,2019 — Page 3 Putnam to have busy week Andrew Morgan Wendor 1 b Mst >ilj*.1, u:,j. Rkiiik' ^*‘’**w’**1 ^ ***11 u' 'etefel W i Iks. Afa Jjfa, cih W. Janes Um fflWta. Hiili - fc1 IW/.SiW t.fc Sunfield ■ fc Putnam District Library will host Cafe Color from 11 Andrew Morgan Wendorf, ajn. to 1 pm. Monday, June 23, an energetic, passion­ 10, with coffee and tea. ate, and keenly competitive Adults are welcome to enjoy young man, died peacefully a relaxing environment. on Thursday, May 30, 2019, Coloring supplies and pages surrounded by his family in will be provided. Ann Arbor. The community is wel­ Andrew was born June come to explore the upstairs 13, 1995 in Lansing, the son area of the library, from 5 to of Harold Jeffory and Dawn 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 11. The Terese (Nierenberger) Wenlocal history room will be dorf. open for those who are curi­ ous about the upstairs area Andrew’s competitive and Nashville’s history. A spirit found him actively en­ gaged in many activities. In ter, Olivia Wendorf; brother, volunteer will b assist those his youth, he showed both Elijah Wendorf; grandfather, looking for more informalivestock and non-livestock Richard Nierenberger; aunts tion. This area is not handiin 4H, collecting many blue and uncles, Steven (Sherry) cap accessible. Teens are invited to get ribbons and earning his way Wendorf, David (Brenda)) to the State show. His passion Wendorf, Greg (Christy) creative Wednesday during for table-top gaming earned Wendorf, Monica Murray, the library’s Painting the him several honors and a Jeremy (Amy) Nierenberger, Night Sky event from 1 to 3 host of friends, especially at and Tim Clack; and numer- p.m. June 12. Teens will be his weekly MTG and D&D ous cousins and extended using glow-in-the-dark paint to design the night sky with groups. An avid reader, An­ family. He was predeceased by his no set design to follow, just drew possessed a high level of intelligence and persever­ grandparents, Dale and Mary the stars and the sky that ance, which he “humbly” dis­ Wendorf, and Janice Nieren-inspire each individual. This pproject makes a unique decoplayed while playing magic berger. Friends are encouraged to ration to hang and will be cards, assembling complex ready to glow when it is taken Lego sets in record time, or support Andrews family.. Funeral services were held home. Any interested teenagplaying his guitar. Throughout his life, An­ Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at Ver-ers, in grades 7-12, should drew had many caregivers montville Bible Church with RSVP at the library since and friends, all of whom Pastor Joe Benedict officiat- supplies are limited. IIn Historical hat-making, a found blessings in knowing ing. If desired, the family sug-DIY craft from 5 to 7 p.m. him. He spent summers at Camp Michitanki, and even­ gests memorial contributions Thursday, June 13, with comtually trained to be a leader to Camp Michitanki. Friends and family are en­ there for other kids in the program. Above all, Andrew couraged to share memories loved his family, friends, and of Andrew on his Tribute his Lord and Savior Jesus Page at www.PrayFuneral. com. The family is in the care Christ. Andrew is survived by his ofPray Funeral Home, Char­ parents, Jeff and Dawn; sis- lotte. munity mentor Barbara Howard, participants can design a historically accurate hat that would have been worn around the time Nashville was founded in 1869. Howard will offer skills in millinery and consult those interested in making full attire to wear at this year’s sesquicentennial cele­ bration in August. Little ones and caregivers in the community are invited to join Darcie Kelly Fridays for “Read with Me” story time. Beginning at 11 am. Kelly will incorporate activi­ ties that engage age-appropri­ ate literacy skills related to rhyming for children infants birth to pre-kindergarten. The Friends of Putnam District Library will wrap up the week Saturday during the car show. The group will be selling fundraiser root beer floats and provide a library­ wide book sale. The library will be unavailable for regu­ lar business during this time, but everyone is welcome to browse the book sale. Anyone with questions may call the library, 517-852­ 9723, or email Sydney Khouri, skhouri@putnamlib. org. Barry County Extension Calendar of Events 2019 June 9 June 9 Open Speed Show, 9:30 am., Expo Center Mandatory Goat Meeting for Parents, 2 pm., Expo Center Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 pm., Expo Center Goat Showmanship, 7 p.m. 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 6:30 pm, Extension Office Poultry Mandatory Meeting for Fair, 6:30 pm., Expo Center Show Arena F3 Energy club informational meeting, 6-7 pm., Southeastern Elementary School 4-H Teen Leader Meeting, 6:30 pm., Extension Office Market Rabbit Tattooing and Showmanship Clinic, 9 am., Expo Center Goat Showmanship, 7 p.m., Expo Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting, 7 pm., Extension Office Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 pm., Expo Center Dairy Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 pm., Haywood Clubhouse Poultry Mandatory Meeting for Fair, 9 am., Expo Center Show arena 4-H Point Horse Show, 8:30 am., Expo Center Poultry Showmanship Clinic, following mandatory meeting, Expo Center Show Arena Goat Showmanship Clinic, 7 p.m., Expo Center Fair Superintendent Meeting, 7 p.m.. Expo Center June 10 June 10 June 11 June 12 June 12 June 12 June 15 June 17 June 18 June 20 June 20 June 22 June 22 June 22 June 24 June 24 Maple Valley News Published by... Ramey on Tech dean’s list Call 269-945-9554 far Maple Valley News ads MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com • Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & CEO ___________________Hank Schuuring •CFO___ • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Logan G. Ramey of Vermontville has been named to the dean’s list at Michigan Technological University for the spring semester. To be included, students must achieve a grade point average of 3.50 or higher. Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. Chris Silverman csilverman@j-adgraphics.com • NEWSROOM • Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com tote W’ jgi taiiti-Mi’ lOSssM. Local Church Schedule ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............................11 a.m. Evening Worship............................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service.............................. 6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 930 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 930 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 1230 p.m. BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service.................................... 9 a.m. Sunday School.......................... 1030 a.m. 10: 00 a.m............................ Church Service 11: 00 a.m......................................Fellowship (Nursery Provided) A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 1030 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 630 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & 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. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main SL, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 7264)258 9617 E. Baseline Rd. "No matter who you are, or where you are on life'sjourney, you are welcome here.' Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (269) 963-7710 PASTOR PEGGY BAKER ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES Phone: (517) 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship............ P.M. Worship............ ........ 11 .......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship....................................................... 7 PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship ........ 9:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-588-8415 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS Located on the comer of State and Washington streets 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: .......................... 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: Worship Service........................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.......................... 1130 a.m. PASTOR KAREN KINNEY 517-852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship 830 a.m (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi south ofNashvile) We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. Sunday School ... 10 a.m. A.M. Service... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service... ....... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips SL, Nashville Sunday School.....................'... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service............................................... 11 P.M. Service................................................ 6 Wed. Service.............................................. 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West .Worship 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 795-2370 or RL Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................ 930 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of SL Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main SL, Vermontville Sunday School............... ...................... 9:45 Worship Service............. ........................... 11 Sunday Evening Service .................. 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service... .............. 6:30 p.m. AWANA........................... 630-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 1030 a.m. PASTOR RICH MITTERLING 517-231-3434 �Page 4 _just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, June 8,2019 GRADUATION, continued from page 1 Isaac Christopher, Tristin Clark and Logan Cobb (from left) applaud their peers as they receive their diplomas. Graduates (from left) Cassandra Linn, Gena Remsing, Gracie Fisher and Grace Guernsey after receiving their diplomas. were: Seniors: Dorothy & Elbert Carpenter Family Award Mikayla Brighton William & Jarene Fox Family Award - Gracie Fisher Alice Keihl Award - Gena Remsing Dorothy Edmonds Award - Cassie Linn Delmar & Thelma Carr Award - Grace Guernsey Tony Dunkelberger Award - Gavin Booher Friends of Tony Top Senior Scholar David Hochstetler jokes during his speech, while Board of Education members (from left) Kimberly Wilkes, Kristen Miller, Justin Keiffer and Dunkelberger Award - David Hochstetler Andrea Montgomery look on. Lloyd J. & Francis H. Eaton Award , - Taylor Bowerman ISX 800 Wayne Fuller Award Megan Walker Elizabeth Good Award Carson Hasselback Duane & Ruth Ann Hamilton Award Britani Shilton Burr Hartenburg Award Austin Zank H. Hugh Hickok Award Anastasia Brooke John Kent Award - Marina Pena Valerie Edmonds Linter Award - Brenna Simpson Nashville Housing Corporation Award - Breanna Seavolt Hinman H. Sackett Award - McKayla Weiler Diane Ward FFA Memorial Award - Eliana Heinze Mark M. Montgomery Award - Colton Ermel Alumni: Eloise E, Wheeler Award Carlee Allen Vernon L. Wheeler Award - Madison Gusey Zemke Family Award Hannah McGlocklin Robert Siple Award - Jacob Moore Lois Siple Award - Justin Moore Marilyn Rodgers Award Molly Walker Dorothy Edmonds Continuing Award - Stacie Ellison Continued next page The ISX" 800 features the next generation in Ferris* independent suspension technology; the Forefront Suspension System. 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Sherman Street, Nashville, MI 517-852-1910 www.maplevalleyeci.com Vivian Russell conducts the band as director Dennis Vanderhoef looks on. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 8,2019 — Page 5 Continued from previous page Dorothy Edmonds Continuing Award - Bekah Mater Dorothy Edmonds Continuing Award - Taylor Medina Alumni Award - Mallory Cogswelll Alumni Award Alli Hickey Alumni Award - Lyndi Rose Alumni Award - Jessica Smith Alumni Award - Taryn Medina Alumni Award - Keeley Robinson Pathways: Tate Mix Award - Jayde Graduates (from left) Jacub Wolcott, Meghan Wilmath, McKayla Weiler, and Hailey Walters applaud the friends Coumaya and family who helped them get to this point in their lives. (Photos by Taylor Owens) Lane Pixley receives his Pathways Award - Elise diploma. Smith Dennis Vanderhoef conducts his final performance as the Maple Valley Band Director. Come visit our 24/7 full-service ATM, located at 121 Eastside Dr. Vermontville, Ml 49096 • Deposit Checks • Transfer Money • Balance Inquiries • Withdraw Cash For your convenience, our Vermontville branch is open Monday: 9 AM - 2 PM Wednesday: Noon - 5 PM Friday: Noon - 5 PM �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, June 8,2019 Union City ends Lions’ tournament run with big inning Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Union City bats came to life in the top of the sixth inning to pull away from the Maple Valley varsity softball team in the Division 3 District Semifinals in Union City Saturday. The host Chargers scored eight runs in the top of the sixth and then finished off of Maple Valley center fielder Annika Braendbjerg flips the ball to second base to try and catch a Union City baserunner during the top of the sixth inning of their Division 3 District Semifinal contest in Union City Saturday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley’s Ava Robinson watches her ball fly into left field during the Lions’ Division 3 District Semifinal against Union City in Union City Saturday morning. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Facing tax foreclosure in Eaton County? We want to help you keep your house. For free help on available assistance, call: Capital Area Community Services: 517-543-5465 Housing Services of Mid-Michigan: 517-541-1180 or visit holdontoyourhome.org/eaton Isn’t your home worth a look? Provided as a public service by: Bob Robinson Eaton County Treasurer Maple Valley’s Addie Ramey slides safely in to home to score her team’s second run in the bottom of the fourth inning of its district semifinal loss to the host Chargers in Union City Saturday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) the 14-2 victory. Addie Ramey scored both Lion runs. She single to lead off the bottom of the second, stole second and third, and then came home and an RBI ground out off the bat of teammate Kaycie Schrader. Ramey was hit by a pitch in the bottom of the fourth, stole second and third, and came home on a wild pitch for the second run. The Chargers led 5-0 in the bailgame, scoring twice in top of the first inning and three more runs in the top of the second. It is the final varsity ball game for three Lion seniors, Elie Heinze, Sarah Lowndes and Gaia Consolazione, as well as sophomore exchange student Annika Braendbjerg. Lion head coach Mary Lesage saw the season as another solid one in building up the program. “You have to start from the bottom up though,” Lesage said. “They devel­ oped more of the throwing skills, the defensive skills, we still have some work to do with pitching - develop­ ing a few more because Kaycie (Schrader) will be a senior next year.” No one grew as a softball player more than the center­ fielder Braendbjerg, who Lesage said is a soccer play­ er in her home country of Denmark, but wanted to try something in America that she doesn’t get to back home. “She was determined,” Lesage said. “She has wheels. She finally figured out how you catch a ball, even though it’s the Statue of Liberty catch, she’s catching those fly­ balls. It is coming.” Braendbjerg had a couple nice catches in Centerfield during the district defeat. The Lions will have to find a new centerfielder next season though, and a new catcher with Heinze graduat­ ing. Heinze singled in the bottom of the fourth inning Continued next page �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 8, 2019 — Page 7 Continued from previous pag and went to second on a wild pitch, but was caught trying to steal third. She also sin­ gled in the bottom of the sixth. “Elie hit probably the best that she has hit all season today,” coach Lesage said. “We told her to adjust her hands, adjust her foot a little bit and come off the plate a couple of inches. Whether or not that is what is going on, mentally it helps them to refocus.” Karlie Dahms had a single in the bottom of the sixth as well for the Lions. Union City went on to fall 10-0 to Delton Kellogg in the district final. and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menn and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, June 10 Roast beef, mashed potatoes & gravy, broccoli, orange. Tuesday, June 11 Grilled chicken sandwich, coleslaw, baked beans, apple. Wednesday, June 12 Hamburger, bun, potato wedges, broccoli cranberry salad, banana. Thursday, June 13 Taco salad, southwestern bean & rice salad, tortilla chips, salsa, fruited jello. Friday, June 14 Pork ribs, potato salad, com on the cob, fresh fruit salad, cookie. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, June 10 Chicken pasta salad, tomato cucumber salad, grapes, Goldfish Grahams. Tuesday, June 11 Sliced turkey & Swiss cheese, sandwich thin, potato salad, Mandarin oranges. Wednesday, June 12 Turkey club salad, creamy potato salad, strawberries, animal crackers. Thursday, June 13 Chicken salad, sandwich thin, broccoli cranberry ,Aj|i|||lWto^ EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP fe? up SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS * Residential * Commercial • Farm salad, grapes. Friday, June 14 Taco salad, southwestern bean & rice salad, tortilla chips, salsa cup, fruitedjello. Activities Calendar Monday, June 10 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Tech Monday appt. 9 a.m.; Painting Group I p.m. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. H.WJ4 Reminiscence. Tuesday, June 11 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Train Your Brain 1 pan. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 12 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 pan.; Parkinson’s’ Support 5 pan. Nashville: Dominoes 11 aan. Woodland: Card Games. Delton: Walking 11 aan.-l pan. Thursday, June 13 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music w/Celia 10:30 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.; TV Time. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Friday, June 14 Hastings: Father’s Day Party 10:30 a.m.-12:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 aan. Nashville: Dominoes 11 aan. Business Services Help Wanted GUTTER LEAF GUARD: We install several styles of leaf protection for your gutter & downspout system, one for ev­ ery problem & budget. 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Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available Sheriff's dept, emphasize summer safely In the past week, Eaton County sheriff’s deputies responded to 34 alarms, 23 car accidents, 33 citizen assists, 35 well-being checks, 18 domestic disputes, 23 shoplifting complaints, 39 larcenies, 39 unknown 911 calls, 10 operating while ci impaired, seven personal injury crashes, 40 property damage crashes, 60 suspi­ cious situations, 43 traffic hazards, 176 traffic stops, six vacation checks and 26 traf­ fic violations. Overall, depu­ ties responded to 951 calls for service and events. Many Eaton County citi­ zens, and citizens from sur­ rounding counties, have taken advantage of our free recreational safety classes through the years. I am proud to continue providing these classes that are taught by two certified members of the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office. I wanted to remind you that next week will be the last boating safety class for the season. The next few months will be devoted to hunter safety classes. The class is scheduled for Monday, Tuesday and Thursday nights, June 10, 11 and 13. The times are 6 pun. to 9:30 pun. To register, call Pat Barnes, 517-543-5257 or email pbames@eatoncounty. org. He will need the full name and date of birthdate for everyone you’d like to register. This is a course for all boaters - personal watercraft operators, hunters or fisher­ men operating an outboard utility boat, the skipper of family ski boats and sailing enthusiasts. All boaters must follow the same nautical rules, regulations and courte­ sies of the water. All are subject to the same forces of nature while boating. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 24, June 15, 2019 Jjrftr Testing data shows student growth No change in concessions stands Taylor Owens StaffWriter Testing results for Maple Valley students from kinder­ garten through 11th grade show growth almost across the board. The three Northwest Evaluation Association tests the district used this past year showed growth from fall 2018 to spring 2019 in math and reading at most grade levels. Reading in seventh, eighth and ninth grade was the only area where test scores slipped, but Superintendent Katherine Bertolini said during Monday’s board of Superintendent Katherine Bertolini recognizes firsteducation meeting that the Jennifer Burpee receives the Lion Pride Award from district is working on plan grade teacher Tammi King as staff member of the Superintendent Katherine Bertolini. month. for improvement. Meanwhile, reading improvement for 10th grade each year, and then across Trustee Justin Keiffer mine if students need to be risk of retention. students was higher than the multiple years. asked how the third-grade retained, Bertolini advised "It’s a pretty good-looking national average. The school Second-grade students, students would have done caution in applying the data. set of data,” Bertolini said. soon will be working with who will be under the new under the new law, which But the M-STEP results During public comment, new software that will allow third-grade reading law next requires third-grade students will not be released by the Dennis Mapes asked the staff to see individual skill year, had the highest reading more than one year behind to state until this fall, and board to address a rumor the areas for each student and growth of any grade except be held back. Since the Bertolini said, based on the school was considering tak­ how they are developing kindergarten, Bertolini point­ Michigan Department of data they have available, it ing over the concessions through the three NWEA ed out, and grew faster than Education uses the M-STEP, seems likely only two stu­ stands during athletic events. tests the school performs the national average. not NWEA tests, to deter- dents would have been at Band volunteers run conces- Nashville woman charged with assault, ethnic intimidation Shelly Lynn Hueckel, 47, of Nashville, has been charged with misdemeanor assault and battery and felo­ ny ethnic intimidation by a Kent County prosecutor. Hueckel allegedly struck Terrance Smith, a car sales­ man of Betten Baker GMC in Lowell, and used racial slurs. Smith, who is African American, said Hueckel and a man went to the dealership around 12:30 p.m. April 24, and asked how much their 2005 Ford F-150 would be worth as a trade-in. When Smith appraised the vehicle at $3,500. the couple claimed other places had offered them at least $5,000. “The lady called me a scammer, and I was like, ‘Oh, OK, whatever,”’ Smith said. “Her title was inside, on my desk, and she said, ‘Take your- scammin* black ass back inside and go get my title.’ I said, ‘You’re not going to talk to me that way, ifyou want your title you can go get it yourself.’ I was taking off. walking back inside the building. I got inside, and she "was behind me. I handed her the title and she back­ handed me. She hit me so hard it knocked the glasses off my face. She was still swinging and hitting me, and then she called me the *n word’ three or four times. Then her and her husband left, and we called the police. The officer was like, ‘Are you sure you don’t know this lady?’ because he couldn’t believe that she did this just because I told her what her trade-in was worth.” Lowell Police Officer James Reamsma contacted Hueckel, who initially said she did not call Smith names. “She later stated that he had called her ‘an ignorant b-—’ and she told him ‘get your lazy black ass inside and give me my title, I’m not buying from you.’” Reamsma wrote in his report. “She also stated that she may have said, ‘You’re a lazy n .’ I asked her if she had struck him and she stated that she ‘slid [through] to grab her title and he bumped against her.’ When told she had struck him and knocked off his glasses, she stated Tn the heat of the moment, I may have.’” Hueckel was initially charged only with assault and battery, but after the inci­ dent was reported, the Kent County prosecutor’s office added a new charge. “This office received a number of questions regard­ ing charges which had been filed in an incident which occurred at a Lowell car dealership in April of this year,” Kent County prosecu­ tor Chris Becker said. “After looking at the report submit­ ted by the Lowell Police Department, with additional follow-up from that depart­ ment, it was determined that a more serious charge was appropriate given what had occurred.” In addition to the misde­ meanor assault and battery charge punishable by 93 days and/or $500, Hueckel was charged with ethnic intimi­ dation June 10, a felony pun­ ishable by two years’ impris­ onment and/or a $5,000 fine. Hueckel turned herself in to Lowell Police May 14, and is set for a pre-trial at 9 a.m. Tuesday, June 25. sions stands during football games, and students work concessions stands for bas­ ketball and football games to raise money for the senior trip. Mapes and several par­ ents and volunteers for the band attended the meeting to impress upon the board the importance of the football concessions stands for band fundraising. Board President Brian Green said he was not aware of any rumor before Mapes brought up the issue. Board treasurer and athlet­ ic committee member Craig Lackscheide said Athletic Director Landon Wilkes told them ofthe rumor earlier that day, after a resident brought it to Wilkes’ attention. Lackscheide assured Mapes the idea was only a rumpr without any validity, and he did not know where it origi­ nated. “While I’m on the board, it’s not going to happen,” Lackscheide said. “I won’t even consider it.” Lackscheide said the rumor tends to pop up every few years. Bertolini said she, too, had heard the rumor just before See DATA, page 5 Free lunch added for Fuller Street and Maplewood Taylor Owens StaffWriter Lunch will be free for all students at Fuller Street and Maplewood schools starting next school year. Amy Larson, district man­ ager at Chartwells School Dining Services, crunched the numbers and presented the opportunity to the board of education Monday. The school qualifies for the program through the Community Eligibility Provision from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which reimburses districts with students receiving free and reduced lunch. The percentage of students who qualify for free and reduced lunch at Fuller Street School is 54.4 percent, and Maplewood has 49.6 percent. Pathways High School, which already receives free lunch through CEP, has 722 percent of students qualify­ ing. The program has been in place for years, but Maple Valley Finance Director Darryl Sydloski said the free and reduced numbers recent­ ly crossed the threshold to allow the district to enter CEP without needing to spend any extra money. In fact, the food service budget is set to gain an extra $7,000 this year. “With your numbers right now, 100 percent, you’re going to be profitable,” Larson said. The program will last at least four years at Maple Valley since, even if the free and reduced number lowers, the school can con­ tinue using the same num­ bers across that time. If the free and reduced [lunch] number rises, the school can reapply with the higher numbers to qualify for another four years. A family with two elemen­ tary students who previously paid for lunches could save up to $822 annually, Larson said. School lunches will not be impacted and, in fact, Sydloski said, may be improved because food ser­ vice personnel will no longer See LUNCH, page 3 In This Issue • Summer reading blasts off • Sixth graders moving on to junior high • Youth basketball camp begins Monday • One fatality in two-car collision �Page 2 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, June 15, 2019 Spring Arbor dean’s list includes local students More than 375 students were named to the dean’s list for the spring semester at Spring Arbor University. To qualify for the dean’s list, students must earn a grade point average of 3.70 or higher while taking at least 12 credits. Those earning a 4.0 GPA are denoted with an asterisk.* Local students on the dean’s list include: Bellevue - Sawyer Smith. Charlotte Alexander Reinbold. Hastings Katie Hanshaw, *Catherine Sprague. Mulliken Maranda Barton. Nashville — Davita Mater. Sunfield - Olivia Louthan. 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They Quick; a sister, Joy Deitrick; made their home together in two brothers, Terry and Kirk the Nashville area where they Quick; 13 grandchildren; raised their family together. ome great granddaughter on The couple shared 25 years the way; his ex-wife, Bir­ Mike and Heather git Dospoy and his special together. Newsome will be celebrating friend, Virginia Schofield. Bill worked as the lead their 25th anniversary on The family received vis­ mechanic in the bus garage at June 18, 2019. They were Maple Valley Schools for 25 itors on Thursday June 13, united in marriage on June 2019 at Daniels Funeral years, retiring in 2004. 18, 1994 1994 at Kilpatrick In his free time, Bill en­ Home in Nashville. Church, Woodland, MI. Memorial contribution joyed fishing, playing the Their children include daughter Brook and fiance Bronson Sharp of Vermontville, guitar, watching old West- can be made to Glen Arbor erns, and laughing and jok­ Hospice Residence in Battle MI and son Brent of Nashville, MI. ing with his family. He es­ Creek, or the Epilepsy Foun­ pecially enjoyed spending dation ofMichigan Funeral arrangements have quality time with his grand­ children Alaina, Logan, Brin- been entrusted to Daniels Fu­ na, and Noah. He was look- neral Home in Nashville. For further details please visit our ing forward to becoming a great-grandpa in August as website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net Michigan State University Ally Telfor, Kyle West, Alex well. has released its dean’s list for Withey, Brooke Wood, the spring semester. Rebekah Yeary, Brandi Zens. William Alexander-Draves Lorenz To qualify, all full-time Dowling - Grace Gamo, undergraduate students must Freeport — Kyley Maurer. Lebanon, MO - William earn a 3.50 or higher grade Hastings - Chloe Adams, Alexander-Draves Lorenz point average for the semes­ Megan Backe, Ryan Carlson, (Alex), age 33, of Lebanon, ter. Caleb Engle, Logan Fish, MO, formerly of Vermont­ Local students who earned Reilly Former, Chloe Fringer, ville, passed away August 31, the honor include: Mary Green, Brad Grost, 2018 in Columbia, MO. Bellevue - Nathan Bessey, Elizabeth Heide, Jon Hubbell, He was bom December 26, Maya Campbell, Zach Becky Maurer, George 1984 in Hastings to Don and Daniels. McNeill, Emalee Metzner, Penny (Byington) Lorenz. Charlotte - Nick Boston, Emma Millerseif, Sydney Alex became a world traveler Sarah Buckmaster, Carson Nemetz, Aaron Newberry, at two when his family was Campbell, Graham Cornish, Samuel Ogrodzinski, Emma stationed in Swabish GmuThomas Dixon, Jacob Doty, Post, Owen Post, Jacob Pratt, end, Germany. He returned Kate Frederick, Hannah Frei, Courtney Rybiski, Sam to Germany at 16 as an ex­ Matt Hagaman, Kellie Harris, Slatkin, Lee Stowe, Cynthia change student through Li­ (Barry) Canterbury, Olivet, Dj Hisler, Jenna Hummell, Trocinski, Lillian Wierenga. Scott, Garrett (Samantha), ons Club International. Katelin Ivey, Claire Kaiser, Mulliken — Julianna Alex joined the Missou­ Lena, Kara and Trenton Lo­ Bram Kineman, Charron Bennett, Hannah Hipkiss. ri National Guard at 17 as a renz; stepsiblings, Reyna, McRae, Evan Miller, Cal Nashville Jordan 12Bravo Combat Engineer/ Subrina and J.T. Brown, all Moultine, Christin Parr, Erica Kietzman. Bridge Crewman. He was de­ of Missouri; nephews, Ray­ Pryor, Callie Reichel, Patrick Sunfield - Samuel Tennant. ployed in 2004 as part ofOp­ mond (Emily) Lorenz of Reichel, Harrison Sanders, Vermontville Alexia eration Iraqi Freedom where Yuma, AZ, Lucas, Henry and Tyler Smith, Daniel Southern, Kienitz. he earned The Presidential Jesse; nieces, Brianna, Joni, Unit Citation as well as other Janessa, Joelyn, Abbigale, Alyce, Amelia, Rebecca, Iris medals and awards. On January 20, 2004 he and Hailey; grandfathers, married Tasha Sue Rice, and Philip Byington ofVermont­ to this union one son, Wil­ ville and William Draves liam Michael Lorenz, was of Brighton; his Omi, Bet­ ty Draves also of Brighton; bom. He was preceded in death along with many aunts, un­ by his father-in-law, Darren cles and cousins. A military honors service Rice; honorary brother/cousin, Derek Byington-Lloyd; and burial will be held Tues­ niece, Lilley Draves; grand­ day, June 25, 2019 at 11:15 mothers, Peggy Byington a.m. at Ft. Custer National Cemetery, Augusta. Fol­ and Dona Shifflette. He is survived by wife, Ta­ lowed by a luncheon at the Community sha and son, Michael; moth­ Vermontville er, Penny Byington; father Center, 108 N. Main St., Ver­ and stepmother, Don and montville, ML Donations can be made in Shonda Lorenz; mother-in­ law, Connie Rice all of Mis­ Alex’s name to Walleye for souri; siblings, Kenny Lo­ Warriors, P.O. Box 129, Bay renz ofPhoenix, AZ, Desiree City, MI 48707 or www.walleyeforwarriors.com Newsomes to celebrate silver wedding anniversary Local Spartans on MSU dean’s list Friday 8 am-7 pm; Saturday 9 am-5:30 pm ------------ 1 Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up Station}. 7 --- �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 15, 2019 — Page 3 LUNCH, continued from page 1 need to spend time trying to collect on negative balances. 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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. 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: 930 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m.~ United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) . Church Service........................ Sunday School........................ ........ 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) ft ’uu^5 >11 [ *£>’ ■■ otierf e*r *o5**5 .•*>** .•> .»> A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 1030 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. "Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. Phone: (517) 543-5488 110 S. Main St, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 10: 00 a.m............................ Church Service 11: 00a.m..................................... Fellowship REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR .9:15 a.m. 517-588-8415 8593 Cloverdale Road 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................. 8:30 a.m We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. (1/2 mile East of M-66, 301 Fuller SL, Nashville Sunday School............................ 9:45 a.m. .11 a.m. ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship............................................... 7 p.m. PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org Sunday School .............. 10 A.M. Service... ........ 11:15 P.M. Service... ............... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School....................................... 9:45 A.M. Service............................................... 11 P.M. Service................................................ 6 Wed. Service.............................................. 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: ............................ 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ..................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets PASTOR KAREN KINNEY 517-852-2043 KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worshi ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS Worship Service........................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.......................... 11:00 a.m. 5 mi. south ofNashville) CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Sunday: A.M. Worship............ P.M. Worship............ FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE Wo matter who you are, or where you are on life’sjourney, you are welcome here." Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (269) 963-7710 PASTOR PEGGY BAKER ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES . PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH . . . Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West .Worship 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................. 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville Sunday School 9:45a Worship Service 11 a Sunday Evening Service.................. 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service................. 6:30 p.m. AWANA............................. 630-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR RICH MITTERLING 517-231-3434 �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 15,2019 Summer reading blasts off Lyra Stephens and Garnet Sheridan learn about propulsion with a balloon during the Vermontville summer read­ ing blast off Tuesday. The event kick-started the library’s summer reading program with a rocket-building workshop. More information on summer reading programs at Maple Valley libraries is available on their Facebook pages. (Photos by Taylor Owens) Breanna Trowbrdige and Skylir Hoarde make rockets out of bottles at the park in downtown Vermontville. NOW SERVING NASHVILLE & vermontviue fnm ff:!i Fiber - Voice - Data Greta Hetke tests the skills she would need to be an astronaut at the Putnam District Library summer reading kickoff event, Astronaut Boot Camp. Young reader Vadik Stephens shoots a made of paper, plastic and a straw for Vermontville Summer Reading. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 15,2019 — Page 5 Sixth graders moving on to junior high Taylor Owens Noah Musser and Hailey Staff Writer Martin were given the physi­ Sixth-grade students will cal education award. be on to the “big kids’ school” next year, and had one last ceremony at Maplewood during their last day of school Monday. Fifty-five sixth-grade stu­ dents received awards, recog­ nition and diplomas in front of their friends and family. Principal Cindy Trebian presented students with their sixth-grade diplomas as teachers read offthe students’ names and awards. Recipients of the science award were: Austun Snell, Sophia Rose, Robert Schilz and Ariana Garcia. The winners of the English language arts awards were: Julia Mater, Jeremiah Penny, Emily Reitz and Evan Fisher. Social studies award win­ ners were: Sophia Rose, Levi Stewart, Jakeb McDonald and Hailey Martin. Technology awards were Emily Reitz graduates given to Gaige McPhail, Linnea Ramirez, Skyler Cook from the sixth grade. and Brianna Gurd. Maplewood Principal Cindy Trebian presents graduStudents recognized for The citizenship award was ate Daniel Kenyon with his sixth-grade diploma. ma were: Trenton math renon Billings, ngs, given to Levi Stewart, Julia Mater accepts her sixth-grade diploma from prin- Isabel Emerick, Sebastian Izabelle Taylor, Isaac Crane cipal Cindy Trebian. Fisk and Alliaya McGovern. and Alyssa Harrington. Ben Scott, Aubre Leo, ATTENTION NASHVILLE VILLAGE RESIDENTS DATA, continued from page 1 the meeting, and no one had suggested it to her office. “I would not advance or propose any change in how we run those fundraising organizations, either,” Bertolini said. Fifth-grade teacher Lori VanPatten told board mem­ bers about the Math Olympiad program, which she started at Maple Valley four years ago. Twelve stu­ dents from Maple Valley competed against nearly 160,000 from around the world in a series of prob­ lem-solving contests from November 2018 to March. Sixth-grade student Jakeb McDonald placed in the top 10 percent of all students and received a silver pin. Sixth­ grade students Julia Mater, Skyler Cook and Jeremiah Penny, and fifth-graders Matt Fust, Braden Denton and Taylor Carpenter placed in the top 50 percent. In other business, Jennifer MAPLEVALLEY I YOUTH SOCCER 2019 FALL SOCCER REGISTRATION REC LEAGUE SIGNUPS (U6-U8) CASL LEAGUE TEAM FORMATION Burpee was given the Lion Pride award for volunteering at the elementary schools, and Tammi King was nomi­ nated by many staffmembers for the Staff of the Month award, for taking on multiple projects during the school year. The board will hold a spe­ cial meeting to consider approval of the 2019-2020 budget at 7 p.m. June 24. “I would not advance or propose any change in how we run those fundraising organizations, either.” The Village of Nashville will be flushing hydrants on . June 20th-21st 2019. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. Be aware you may experience rusty water. Katherine Bertolini, Superintendent .KJMEgl Nashville DPW Facing tax foreclosure in Eaton County? (U10-U15) WHEN: TUESDAY, JUNE 18TH AND TUESDAY JUNE 25TH 5:00 - 8:00 P.M. WHERE: FULLER STREET SOCCER FIELD 251 FULLER ST. NASHVILLE, MI 49073 QUESTIONS: email us @ maplevalleyyouthsoccer@gmail. com orfind more info, on We want to help you keep your house. For free help on available assistance, call: Capital Area Community Services: 517-543-5465 Housing Services of Mid-Michigan: 517-541-1180 or visit holdontoyourhome.org/eaton Facebook @ Maple Valley Youth Soccer WEBSITE: www.mvyouthsoccer.org Isn’t your home worth a look? Provided as a public service by: Bob Robinson Eaton County Treasurer �Pay 6 — just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, June 15.2019 Backstreet: On pigs, pavement plumbing and local celebrations Thu column by the late Susan Hinckley was printed in the May 9, 1989. Maple Valley New*. She wrote: For the next several weeks, we will take a look at some favorite “Backstreet Barometer" columns written by the late Donald F. Hinderliter, editor-publisher of The Nashville News from 1941 to 1956. Thefollowing pieces were excerptedfrom columns that appeared in 1949. The new w $70/11)0 pavement on Main Street has been given general appro al. It’s a nice job. Of course as some pessimists have point­ ed out, it will simply encour­ age speedsters to go faster. But that, too, can be taken care of. We made a mental note while on vacation this sum­ mer that the occasional vil­ lage or city that has special warning signs on the subject of speeding really gets results. When a tourist enters the city limits and reads a big sign that says “Limit 25 m.p.h.,” “Warning — Streets are patrolled,” Speeders will be prosecuted” or some­ thing like that, he is pretty sure to slow down. A little town in Wisconsin has signs al the corporate limits warning that “it goes hard with speeders in this town.” While it may be just a bluff, we slowed right down <o th* speed prescribed. ft'* hot good for a town to get a name for running a speed-trap racket, but it does no harm for the word to get around that speeding results in arrests and lines. And it does save lives. While Donald Hinderliter jokingly talked of a pageant on the Thomapple millpond, Nashville's festivals in his era were more likely to feature a tractor pull in front of Bennett's blacksmith shop, now the site of the new ambulance station. The village’s traditional harvest festi­ val homecomings were reinstated in the 1950s. This photo by Gladys Miller Richardson was taken for publi­ cation in one of the area daily papers for which she was regional correspondent. only hunted, but did other things that would be unusual even for a dog. It was up at Long Lake near Traverse City, where we spent two weeks fishing. An old codger who lived in a shack near the lake bad this pig and took it out fishing with him in his boat. According to his story, the pig was as good or better than any dog as a watch hog, bird hog or sheep hog, and we can personally testify that he was plenty smart at gener­ al chores. They would come in from fishing and the minute the old man would beach the boat that pig would pick up things like the gunny sack containing the fish, the can of worms and such gear, and would carry them ashore. One afternoon, on a 50-cent, bet, the old fellow threw his corncob pipe 10 feet out in the water and the pig prompt­ ly swam out and retrieved it. The pig was a lean, rangy critter, somewhat resembling a Berkshire in general appearance, and must have been about a year old at the time. The old man got him for nothing when he was a few days old, he said, and raised him on canned milk. So, if you read that Associated Press story about I In its early days, Nashville used to have celebrations “at the drop of a hat, editor the hog that hunts like a dog, Donald Hinderliter noted, and he wondered why the village could not again organize don’t be too quick to declare some sort of festival. He wrote his tongue-in-cheek piece after eight years without any that some reporter lingered sort of celebration. “A town that goes 10 years without any sort of celebration whatso­ too long at some bar. It could ever is on the way toward forgetting how it’s done,” he added. This scene shows part be true. of Nashville’s 1906 Fourth o f July festivities. Strongman Prof. Merrill performs on a Park. Considering the huge stage in what is now Central sums of money spent by the time. Man and boy, for nigh government for instructing adults in about everything onto a quarter-century, we’ve from pigeon raising to earth­ been fussing around the worm farming, it seems inside mechanisms of the someone would get around water compartments of this to arranging a course in type of bathroom fixture. For maintenance and repair of many years, we have pretty thoroughly understood the bathroom toilets. At a conservative esti­ principle by which the thing mate, there are a couple of operates. Several times, in all A story about a pig that’s million minor repair jobs in those years, we have suc­ been trained to hunt like a that line awaiting the ser­ cessfully adjusted one of the dog made the Associated vices of plumbers. An over­ So-andSo’s well enough that Press news last week. worked plumber, busy with it would work properly for a According to the story, this such profitable jobs as week or two. But in the end, after pig stays in close and flushes installing new plumbing, cer­ birds and other game in a tainly can’t be blamed too installing maybe a new float manner beautiful to see. much for disliking the idea and a new ball stopper, we’ve Now that he’s up to some­ of dropping everything to go had to admit defeat and wait and repair some old piece of for the plumber. Ifthe federal thing like 350 pounds in weight, the hunting hog isn’t plumbing. He can’t be or state government will quite what he used to be, but blamed too much, maybe, arrange for a six-weeks’ still makes a fine playmate but he sure gets talked about night school course in this for his owner’s children. in some of the homes where highly specialized skill, we Well, sir, it was exactly 20 the things run over or don’t will be first in line to enroll. years ago this summer that refill with water like they we ran into a hog that not This matter of having a should or simply drip all the celebration in Nashville during 1950 has got to be given a lot of consideration. And that’s what it’s being given by the unofficial, unap­ pointed committee, not yet in charge of planning and wor­ rying about details. Said committee met over Cokes at Diamante’s last PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on June 24,2019 at 7:00 p.m., the Board of week and came up with a Education of Maple Valley Schools will hold a public hearing to consider recommendations. Said celebration should the district’s proposed 2019-2020 budget. involve a pageant depicting The Board may not adopt its proposed 2019-2020 budget until after the the settling and early devel­ opment of Nashville, as well public hearing. A copy of the proposed 2019-2020 budget is available as historical happenings, for pubic inspection during normal business hours at the District which might conceivably be Administration Office, 11014 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI fitted into such a perfor­ mance. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed It is recommended that the budget will be a subject of this hearing. whole thing be staged show­ boat-style, like up at Lowell. This notice is given by order of the Board of Eduction. Here we sit with a nice big millpond, and with several hundred available rowboats, Kristen Miller, Secretary says the committee, so why MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2019-2020 not put two and two together and make a flotilla? The general plan, as out­ lined, will be for spectators to sit or stand on the high ground north of the river. People who live on Kellogg Street, this way from the exclusive north side of the river, probably can clean up in a big way on car parking and standing-room-only con­ cessions. There also has been some talk about hot-dog and popcorn concessions. The big show will be put on in midstream, probably on a sturdy raft, which could be built at moderate cost and placed atop about 50 row­ boats. Veterans who crossed rivers in Europe might have some ideas along this line. The committee already has decided to accept sugges­ tions. As for the general theme ofthe pageant, or whatever it shall be called, plans still are indefinite, as they say in the big cities. Some members of the committee still favor the idea of having a lot of pio­ neers [and] Indians... garbed in suitable costumes. There has been some diffi­ culty in deciding about the burning of a blockhouse which seems to be rather important in the minds of some enthusiasts. Consensus of opinion seems to be that things shall be kept on an elevated scale. All right, gentle reader, we’rejust kidding. Naturally. But don’t you think Nashville should have some sort of celebration next year? We used to have home­ comings, and before that the village used to have celebra­ tions at the drop of a hat - on the Fourth of July, on the occasion of political rallies and at various other times of the year when the merchants thought crowds could be attracted. A town that goes 10 years without any sort of celebra­ tion whatsoever is on the way toward forgetting how it’s done. And Nashville hasn’t had one since the late summer of 1941. Somewhere around town there should be a promoter who could handle the execu­ tive end of such an affair. With a good boss and a lot of willing helpers, Nashville could have the biggest and best celebration in the state next year. How about a pre-organization discussion meeting? Mrs. Etta Baker agrees that Nashville should have a celebration. She goes even further than agreeing with the idea of staging one next year, she suggests we have a pavement dance to celebrate completion of the new Main Street paving. 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The HUD toll-free telephone num­ ber for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. -LU �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, June 15. 2019 — Page 7 Youth basketball camp begins Monday Maple Valley . Youth Basketball will host its annu­ al Kevin Rost Basketball Camp for boys and girls from Young 5’s through eighth grade. The summer camp will run in two sessions during its two week run. The camp for Young 5’s through fifth grad­ ers will be held Monday through Thursday June 17-20 and June 24-27, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. each day. A sack lunch will be provided. The camp for sixth through eighth graders will run from Monday through Friday each week, June 17-21 and June 24-28, from 9 a.m. until noon each day. A sack lunch will be provided. The camp will be held in the two gyms at Maple Valley High School. The cost to partici pate is $20 per player. Each player will receive a T-shirt and basketball, as well as lunches each day. There is a $50 maximum charge per family/household. Sign-up forms will be available at the camp. There are some scholarships avail­ able upon request. Cost: $20 per player. Includes camp, tee shirt and basketball & sack lunch. *$50 maximum per family/ household. Sign up forms available on site at camp. (Scholarships upon request) The fun basketball day camp is designed to be affordable to all as well as teach and improve the funda­ mental skills of basketball. Players of all skill levels are welcome,, from first time players to veterans of the game. Players may be divid­ ed by skill level as well as grade throughout the camp. The emphasis with the younger, less experienced players will be basic drib­ bling, passing, defense and “perfect shot” techniques on eight-foot rims for younger players. The drills are designed to be fun and enjoy­ able. The older/more skilled player will be in the big gym learning more advanced drills and skills. They will be running drills such as a three-person weave, Washington, rebounding, boxing out, 3-on-2, 2-on-l, fast breaks, shell drill, shuffle drills and playing some One fatality in two-car collision A driver was pronounced dead at the scene and a sec­ ond driver hospitalized after a head-on collision around 3:25 p.m. June 12, in Johnstown Township. Rebecca Rouse of Delton was taken to Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo with non-life-threatening injuries, Barry County Sheriff’s J* “■ 'Rk kjafaitrtB kjafaitrtB ftti. .takjriia fltaijMii&j ttubtaijjik 'hit «i)lwalta;h shite ififauMWt actaop ta'iHmsBifii Smteiiwiiw fttei teiWliiF® WseI iWbtttiM- fe fetill tillrf rfsri sri lift lift B ii^ HianitouiiW ftdlt nlitotteiij{S“ fju The crash remains under investigation. Both drivers were wearing seat belts at the time. 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In Barry County, WIC A coupon booklet, worth participants should visit the $25, will be given to WIC Barry-Eaton District Health participants to be used at Department Friday, June 21, local farmers markets this from 9 a.m. to noon or 1-4 summer to buy fresh, locally p.m., at 330 Woodlawn Ave., grown produce. Even though Hastings. infants 6-12 months do not One booklet will be given qualify, all women and per family. No appointment children qualify. All growers is required, but the limited participating in Project Fresh supply of coupon booklets will have a laminated yellow will be given out on a first- HIRING: LABOR FOR Tree ga gaaammm meessss eeeaaacch h d daaay. y.... This Thisss gy gymmm m Trimming and Removals. And will be more up-tempo and Tree Climber with rigging experience. Full Time/ Paid challenging. vacations/ Holidays. Valid Contact MV Youth Driver's License. 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Lesage grew up in Maple Valley, where she developed a love of sports. Her coaches began instilling a passion for softball as early as six years old and she has had it ever since. With five siblings, Lesage spent a lot of time playing outside with her brothers and tomboy mother. “My brothers always told me I couldn’t play because I was a girl, and I said I’ll prove you wrong,” Lesage said. After playing softball in high school, she went to the University of Purdue at Ft. Wayne, where her high school softball coach was also her college softball coach. Lesage also played volleyball and basketball. Her husband Thomas was in Dennis Vanderhoef conducts a band of alumni stu­ the Marine Corps, and the dents from across his 35 years at Maple Valley. (Photo Lesages moved around the United States, to Washington by Brittany Snook Photography) D.C., Hawaii, Texas and South Carolina. She initially went to school for account­ ing, but went back to get a degree in teaching physical education from the University ofTexas. “It’s kind of been my whole life. I’m going to miss the kids a lot.” Dennis Vanderhoef “I think it was the love of sports and being able to work with the kids,” Lesage said. “I’m a people person.” The couple moved to South Carolina, where Lesage taught and coached for 11 years. She coached volleyball, basketball and softball. Her second year in charge of the softball pro­ gram, the team went to the South Carolina Lower State Finals. Eventually, though. Lesage wanted to move back home. She wanted her chil­ dren to know their roots, and grow up in a small, safe com­ munity. The family moved to Maple Valley in 1998, where Lesage started as a full-time substitute, and as a staff teacher in 2000. Lesage could have taught in larger districts, but she wanted to be in the same school as her children. Her husband travelled a lot for his job, and she wanted to make sure she could be a part of the kids’ every day lives. Mary Lesage has The Lesage’s have six chil­ coached volleyball, basket ­ dren, just like her parents. ball and softball throughout See RETIREMENT, pg. 4 her career. Voting open for Vermontville Community Center award Taylor Owens Staff Writer The online voting support of Vermontville residents could help the village win the prestigious Community Excellence Award for its leadership in purchasing the former Vermontville United Methodists Church and turn­ ing it into the Vermontville Community Center. The project is competing against 16 other municipal projects from across the state in the contest being spon­ sored by the Michigan Municipal League. A panel of experts will review the projects and grade them according to replicability, creativity and community impact, which will ''account for 75 percent of their score. The amount ofvotes received online will make up the final 25 percent to determine the top four projects, which will then be presented at the MML Convention in September. Vermontville Village President Jason Sheridan Nashville looking to improve technology Bridge construction breaks water main Tpylor Owens StaffWriter The Nashville Village Council is considering ways to pay for a overhaul of its software system for more accuracy, efficiency and transparency. Nashville Village Clerk Lynette Adgate presented a plan for how to update the village’s “inefficient” and “outdated” software sys­ tems during a meeting June 13. On Thursday Council President Mike Kenyon said the finance committee met Monday, and will have a number of options to pres­ ent to the council next Thursday June 27, but they were still too fluid to talk about. ..Adgate, who was hired tySWatkfeas been cataloging fW^ivme’s technology issues over the past few months and has found new software systems she esti­ mates could save the village at least $1,600 and many work hours per year. Most of the software systems cur­ rently used in the office for billing,payroll,record-keeping and other functions have not been updated in years, she told the council. By updating to new sys­ tems, Adgate and recent­ ly-hired village treasurer Kayce Nelson said they would be able to add new features that would be more convenient for employees, trustees and residents. New software would also contain improved tracking features which would allow the vil­ lage to better see where it could make cuts to expens­ es. The village received two bids, $32,876 from Tyler Technology and $47,530 from BS&A Software. Though BS&A Software’s bid was high­ er, Adgate pointed out that the company’s annual Cost would be $1,145 less, would have more features, offer better customer service and be the same software used by Barry County and Castleton Township, which would make sharing tax data easier. Castleton Township Supervisor Cheryl Hartwell was at the meeting and vouched for her township’s experiences with BS&A. Adgate said the company responsible for the village’s current software took four days before returning her calls for assistance. Hartwell said the longest See TECH, page 3 said the village was contact­ ed by the MML about the contest, and decided to enter in the hopes of inspiring other municipalities to do similar projects. “I feel good about what we did,” Sheridan said. “It would be nice to set an exam­ ple.” The church closed in November 2017, after it lost too many members to sustain itself. The village then spent months collecting public input, inspecting the church, and researching the owner­ ship of the public square on which it sits. The village pur­ chased the church in 2018 with an anonymous dona­ tion. The new Community Center is now being used for trainings, library events, vil­ lage council meetings, open houses and more.Voting runs until July 17, at cea.mml.org. Voting is available once per day per device. All new acts for Sandyland Taylor Owens Staff Writer Hundreds of presale tick­ ets for the fourth annual Sandyland concert featuring Sanctus Real indicate it may be the most popular concert so far. After country, rock and pop acts of previous years, Sandyland Committee orga­ nizer Chris Silverman said the planners wanted to ensure Sandyland would have vari­ ety of different music across its annual concerts, and this year decided to go with Christian. Local band Nashville North will open the concert at 5:30 p.m. Friday June 28, followed by The Becki Graves Band at 6:30 p.m., with headliner Sanctus Real closing out the show around 8 p.m. Ohio Christian rock band Sanctus Real has toured for over 20 years, had 24 radio hits and a total of more than 750,000 full album sales, according to their website. Silverman said volunteers have been working to pre­ pare the concert venue for months, clearing down trees and cleaning up the building. After four years Silverman said the organizers have the planning down, but it still takes manpower to get it done. The weather has been a challenge for the volunteers, with so much rain they’ve had to work hard to find enough time to get every­ thing ready. Organizers are also preparing for alterna­ tives in the case of rain during the concert. Nearby Grace Church will be the back up venue, but it can only seat around 500, so Silverman said concert goers should get advance tickets if they want to ensure them­ selves a spot. Advance ticket sales are available at sandyland2019. brownpapertickets.com. Concessions are available at the show. Sandyland is locat­ ed at 9150 East M-79 Highway in Nashville. In This Issue.. • Lions fill summer with sporting opportunities • Olds wins trophy at Nashville car show • Backstreet: On income tax, brawls, secession and UFO’s �Page 2 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. June 22. 2019 Summer activities highlighted Dr. Katherine Bertolini Superintendent School has been out for four days. Have you heard the “I’m bored” phrase yet? Whether you have or have not, we here at Maple Valley have certainly not uttered that phrase, as there is an abundance of activity happening. A summer credit recovery program is ongoing at our high school, a greenhouse is being built this summer for the FFA program, we are working to publish the calendar for next year once it is tentatively approved by the teacher’s union and central administration, curriculum is being fine-tuned, and federal and state reporting is in full swing. Not to fear though, parents, our villages have plenty of activity to keep our wonderful students busy this summer and to rescue you from hearing the “I’m bored” state­ ment. I would like to share these events with you in hopes that you and your children will enjoy at least one: From June 11, through Aug. 9, children up to 18 years of age can eat a free, healthy lunch, Monday through Friday at the following locations: Vermontville park pavilion, 11:05 a.m.-l p.m.; Thomapple Lake Estates, 11:15-12:45 p.m.; 2 or 3 Together, 11 a.m.-l p.m.; Fuller Street Elementary, 11-11:30 a.m.; Vermontville Campground, 10:45-11 a.m.; and, for the month of June, the Maple Valley High School Ron and Nancy Rosin from 11:00-11:45 a.m.This is a great, free program. celebrated their 50th On Wednesdays, from June 17, through Aug.16, the B-Bus anniversary on June 21, Mobile Library will be in Maple Valley at the following loca­ 2019. They were married on tions and times: Vermontville Pavilion, from 10-11 a.m.; June 21, 1969. Putnam Park, from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; and Thomapple Their family includes Ryan Lake Estates, from 1:30-2:30 p.m. The B-Bus also has a rec­ (Heather) Rosin, their ognition program where summer readers are rewarded for children Holly, Reid and Lily, their reading successes. their daughter Renee Rosin The Putnam District Library in Nashville is hosting a sum­ (Greg Tilley), her children Jackie, Jaden, Jonathan and James along with great-granddaughter Alaska, also their son Robb mer reading program. Students can participate from 11 a.m. to (Amanda) Rosin with their children Kannon, Kashton and 12 p.m., choosing either Mondays or Thursdays this summer. This year’s theme is, “A Universe of Stories.” The programs Kolton. are geared towards kids in grades K-6, but all ages are wel­ come. The Vermontville Township Library is also hosting a “A Universe of Stories” program this summer, meeting on June 11,18 and 25, July 2,9,16,23,30, and Aug. 6, with each _________________________evening beginning at 6:30 p.m. THANK YOU • THANK YOU * THANK YOU » THANK YOU [The meetings will have a dif­ ferent theme each week, such as: Astronaut Camp, Take Me Rosins celebrate golden wedding anniversary X z X z a=l x * X * z X F The Nashville Car Show would like to thank all our merchants and volunteers who helped with the car show. Our show is a success because of everyone who helps. NAPA Hastings Auto Supply Mexican Connexion Nashville Carl’s Supermarket Hastings O’Reilly Auto Parts B Wild’s Auto Sales and Service WBCH Radio State Street Diner Brian’s Tire and Service R & D’s Streetside Pizza C-Store Country Kettle Cafe Shear Madness Gilmore Jewelers Hastings 4 Theater Kloosterman’s Sports Tap Walldorff Brew Pub & Bistro Court-Side Embroidery Berger Chevrolet Nashville Village Workers Grace Church Green Light Driving School Maple Valley Implement Johnnys Nashville Eaton Savings and Loan Hummell’s Body Shop Newton Vending Grace Community Church Wheeler’s Marine Service Shirley’s Chuckwagon Duane Hamilton Excavating F Hometown Lumber Musser Service Trumble Agency Dairy Queen Grill and Chill 2x4 Construction Able to Serve Chad Miller Southside Auto f Body VFW #8260 Moo-Ville Maple Valley Pharmacy Daniels Funeral Home F Kent Oil Rose Construction F Hickey Electric, Inc. Good Time Pizza Highpoint Community Bank Great Lakes Full Size Chevy Club X Country Kettle Cafe Waitresses F Jerry Reese, MV Basketball Woodland Auto Body King’s Electronics, Appliances & Mattresses NAPA Auto X Two J’s Bar Hastings Dairy Queen F Pennington Backhoe & Bobcat MC Auto Repair THANK YOU * THANK YOU * THANK YOU • THANI^OU To Your Reader, an evening of Nerf games. In a Galaxy Far, Far Away, a visit with animals from an exotic zoo, a magic show, and rounding out the summer with a silent auction. Join one ofthe library programs and let reading take you out of this world. For more information contact Putnam District Library at 517-852-9723 or Vermontville Township Library at 517-726-1362. Free movies will be shown at the Vermontville Community Center on Wednesdays this summer, with each program beginning at 2 p.m. with free popcorn and water. Feel free to bring pillows, blankets or lawn chairs for your comfort. The schedule is: June 19, “Wonder Park;” June 26, “The Lego Movie 2;” July 3, “Muppets from Space;” July 10, “Space Buddies;” July 17, “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial;” July 24, “Spark: A Space Tail;” and rounding out the summer on July 31, “The Goonies.” For more information, please contact the Vermontville Twp. Library at 517-726-1362. For our student athletes, Maple Valley Schools will have the following summer programming: The weight room is open to all athletes, from 8-10 a.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, from now until Aug. 1, for summer weight lifting, speed, agility and even some fun games. High school volleyball will meet in the east gym from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, June 18 and 25, July 9 and 23 and 30. Youth vol­ leyball will meet in the east gym on Thursdays, June 13, 20, 27, and July 11, 18 and 25. Boys basketball will meet in the west gym from 5:30-8 p.m. on Tuesdays, June 18, 25, and July 9,16,23, and 30, from 5-7 p.m. and on Thursdays in the west gym, June 13, 20, and 27, July 11,18 and 25, from 4-6 p.m. Girls basketball will meet in the west gym from 6-7:30 p.m. on June 13, July 11, 18 and 25. Youth and girls soccer will have open field on Fridays from 7-8 p.m. on June 14,21, 28, and July 12, 18 and 25. Youth basketball camp will be held at the high school. Cost is $20 per athlete. Ages young five’s through fifth grade will meet June 17-20 and June 24-27 from 9-11:30 a.m. Ages sixth grade through eight grade will meet June 17-21 and June 24-28 from 9-12 p.m. Maple Valley football camps will be held at the high school, with varsity, JV, junior high school teams meeting July 22-25 from 6-8 p.m. Youth football third through sixth grade teams will meet July 29-Aug. 1, from 7-8:30 p.m. Maple Valley PRIDE week is open to any and all Maple Valley athletes. This will be held the week ofAug. 5-9, from 6-8 p.m. The week kicks off with the U.S. Marine Corps fit­ ness obstacle course, followed by the Michigan State Police Recruit Training, the Michigan National Guard Training and Teamwork, then cross training, and finishing out the week with yoga. These folks are coming to Maple Valley to provide a great week of opportunities for out-of-the-box training for free. Athletes who participate in PRIDE Week experience not just athletic training, but also what it means to represent our villages as a proud Maple Valley Lion. As always, ifyou have points of pride or areas of concern, please contact me at kbertolini@mvskl2.mi.us. Lions fill summer with sporting opportunities The annual Maple Valley sports specific training. Pride Week, with athletic Contact coach Martin by training visits from the phone at 517-231-4841 or United States Marine Corps, email at mmartin@mvs.kl2. the Michigan National mi.us for more information. Guard, the Michigan State The sessions continue from Police as well as cross-train­ now until Aug. 1. ing and yoga programs will Maple Valley also has a be held Aug. 5-9 this sum­ long list of summer athletic mer, but there are plenty of events going on now for stu­ activities to be in shape for dent-athletes to improve their Pride Week in the days ahead. skills. The list of activities The Maple Valley Summer includes Weightlifting and High School Volleyball Conditioning Program is Tuesdays: 6-8:30 p.m. going on now for boys and (East Gym) girls in grades 7-12, on June 25, July 9,23,30 Tuesdays, Wednesday and Youth Volleyball Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 10 Thursdays: 5:30-8:00 p.m. a.m. at the Maple Valley Jr/Sr (East Gym) High School weight room June 27, July 11,18,25 and on the practice fields Boys’ Basketball surrounding the school. Tuesdays: 5:00-7:00 p.m. Tuesday programs including (West Gym) weight lifting and endurance June 25, July 9, 16,23,30 drills, Wednesdays are for Girls’ Basketball lifting and speed and agility Thursdays: 6:00-7:30 p.m. training, while Thursdays (West Gym) include lifting and some firn July 11, 18,25 games. Youth and Girls’ Soccer Maple Valley cross coun­ Open Field try coach Tiffany Blakely is Fridays: 7:00-8:00 p.m. leading the endurance pro­ (Fuller Street Field) grams while football coach June 28, July 12, 19,26 Marty Martin is in charge of Cross Country the speed and agility ses­ Mondays at 6 p.m. and sions. The event also features Tuesdays at 9 a.m. (high BFS Core and Auxiliary lifts, school track) open gym time, stretching Varsity, JV, 7th, 8th best practices and some Football Camp 6: 00-8:00 p.m. July 22-25 Youth 3rd-6th Football Camp 7: 00-8:30 p.m. July 29-Aug. 1 Cheer Tuesdays and Thursday (football field) 5:30-7:30 p.m. June 25,27, July 9,11,16, 18,23,25,30 SVSU dean’s list includes local students Saginaw Valley State University has announced its dean’s list and president’s list for the winter semester. More than 1,900 SVSU students earned a spot on the deans’ list, which requires a grade point average of 3.4 or higher for 12 credit hours. The following local stu­ dents were named to the list: Charlotte — Danielle Rock. Nashville - Linsy Gusey, Ashley Stanton. Sunfield Aubree Desgranges. �$w s ^iS N wiK sj ® Js TtvH’jMk Tts vH^’jMSk iKft TtvHMk ft x,'tXwSviy J^sS^ w ^,5 5WAf Aft u S5. MN ’u • k. 5k ' ik w-v.k{, **Hk«tn Zi« *wS ^Df' r »i r^»i w,iM **S* Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 22, 2019 — Page 3 Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, June 17 Swiss steak, mashed potatoes & gravy, sauteed spinach, combread, orange. Tuesday, June 18 Potato crunch pollock, coleslaw, mixed vegetables, grapes. Wednesday, June 19 Chicken fritters, macaroni and cheese, broccoli cranberry salad, com on the cob, watermelon. Thursday, June 20 Michigan turkey salad (nuts), wheat beny salad, fruited jello. Friday, June 21 Burrito bake, tossed salad, southwestern com, apple. salad, fruited jello, lemon square. Thursday, June 27 Sliced roast beef & Swiss cheese, sandwich thin, coleslaw, Mandarin oranges. Friday, June 28 Turkey ham & cheddar cheese, sandwich thin, fresh vegetables, pineapple. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, June 24 Beef pepper steak, mashed potatoes & gravy, Italian blend vegetables, orange. Tuesday, June 25 Smothered pork cutlet, stuffing, baked potato, broccoli, Mandarin oranges. Wednesday, June 26 Grilled chicken breast, brown & wild rice, seasoned red potatoes, Italian blend vegetables, banana. Thursday, June 27 Tuna noodle casserole, broccoli, diced carrots, apple Friday, June 28 Fiesta lime chicken, cilantro lime brown rice, Brussels sprouts, southwestern com. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, June 24 Sliced turkey & cheddar cheese sandwich thin, potato salad, dried plums. Tuesday, June 25 Chicken pasta salad, beef & onion salad, applesauce, Goldfish Graham. Wednesday, June 26 Chef salad, macaroni Activities Calendar Monday, June 24 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Painting Group 1 pm Delton: Walking 11 am.-l p.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, June 25 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 am.; Line Dancing 9:30 am.; Train Your Brain 1 p.m.; Accoustic All Play 6 pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. RSVP for Party USA! Wednesday, June 26 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 am.; Classic Country w/ Troy 10:30 am.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Woodland: Card Games. Delton: Birthdays; Walkingg 11 am.-l pm.; Reminiscence Thursday, June 27 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am.; TV Time. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 am.-l pm. Know Your Neighbor - Delton Library 9 am.-l :30 pm. Friday, June 28 Hastings: Exercise 9 am.;; Bingo 9:30 am.; Iron Rails 10:30 a.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Maple Valley News Published by... WWa '! MtafcftrolEii niri J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 News andpress releases: news@j-adgraphics.com • Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & CEO _____________________Hank Schuuring * cfo___ • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. Wj--5 Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com 4lli MiMMi KillCap 1W..S,. it fanI^W ta jgi[i ml obsi os ■til® ifr®- guts XJlB ®U|*| J 11,3,0 itd Local Church Schedule *SZ . *£>,, ^z ^Zf As Z’mT Cr millage rate of 13.0066. White asked what the mini­ mum tax rate could be, and said the council should make budget cuts to enable- lower­ ing millage taxes. Trustee Johnny Hartwell pointed to the need to pay for projects such as the software update, and moved to tax at the max­ imum rate. Trustee Tanett Hodge seconded the motion, but said she was doing so with the expectation of hav­ ing more numbers in front of her to make a decision on the issue next year. During public comment, Sandra Lundquist asked the council members why they had voted to remove an agen­ da item at the May 23 meet­ ing addressing a complaint made by resident Mike Beachnau. The complaint was expressed in a letter to the council, in which Beachnau took issue with the way Nashville Police Chief Chris Koster had answered one of his questions during a public hearing in April. Johnny Hartwell said the council had already read the letter aloud and discussed it at its May 9 meeting. Antenna Men*! Digital TV Antennas Cell Phone Boosters 517.646.0439 TV ANTENNA & TOWER INSTALLATION; REPAIR i REMOVAL www.theantennamBn.cam Stop in to check out our top(T FAVORITEITEMS! Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads • NEWSROOM • Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com (n(s she has ever waited for BS&A was two hours, and By updating to new that was in peak tax season. systems, Adgate and Trustee Gary White said recently-hired village he agrees the software needs treasurer Kayce Nelson to be updated, but said the said they would be village should look at budget able to add new cuts to pay for it. Kenyon features that would said the finance committee be more convenient for would look at options. employees, trustees Also at the meeting, and residents. Michigan Department of New software would Transportation engineer also contain improved Daniel Roberts gave an tracking features update on the M-66 bridge-re­ which would allow the placement progress. Roberts village to better see said contractors broke a where it could make water main June 6. cuts to expenses. Director of Public Works Scott Decker said five resi­ dences were temporarily Detour signs around the without water service, but they were switched to anoth­ bridge replacement work site er water line and service was have also been reposted for restored shortly afterward. clarity. Roberts said some The houses were under a vehicles drove on the Paul boil-water advisory until Henry Thomapple Trail, the tests confirmed the water was pedestrian detour, instead of safe to drink. Decker said the the vehicle detour. Officers from thee village will wait to replace the water main after MDOT Nashville Police Department finishes construction, and have been keeping watch on MDOT will work with the the official detour route to prevent large trucks from village to pay for expenses. Roberts also said the proj­ using it. Large trucks are ect would have to undergo legally required to take the some redesigns after two M-37 detour. Some trucks 15,000-gallon tanks were are still using the local detour discovered underground. The anyway, and Decker said it is tanks, which belonged to the damaging the edge of the gas station that used to sit roadway. The village approved the nearby, were decommis­ sioned and filled with con­ year’s taxes at the maximum crete many years ago. They are not a major concern, he said, but the drainage plan will need to be reworked. The contractors also found contaminated soil near the tanks, which is currently being tested. Roberts said it smelled of diesel fuel, but it _m_u_s_t be treated with maxi­ mum precautionary measures until the results come back. Chris Silverman csilverman@j-adgraphics.com rtifc g TECH, continued from page 1 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 CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.......................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship............................. 11 a.m. Evening Worship.............................. 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service............................ 6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 930 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 930 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Phone: (517) 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 (269) 963-7710 PASTOR PEGGY BAKER 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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main SL, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517)726-0258 10: 00 a.m............................Church Senrice 11: 00 a.m.................................. Fellowship "No matter who you are, or where you are on life’sjourney, you are welcome here. ’ REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Senrice 10 a.m. Contemporary Senrice, 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 ....................................... 9:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-588-8415 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. Senrice.. ... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School............................ 9:45 a.m. A.M. Senrice............................................. 11 P.M. Senrice.............................................. 6 Wed. Senrice............................................ 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 207 N. Main St. • 517.852.0313 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets 2415 McCann Road Sunday Senrices: .......................... 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 senrices. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK Worship Senrice....................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School......................... 11:00 a.m. PASTOR KAREN KINNEY 517-852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship........................... 830 a.m We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West .Worship 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.............................. 930 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS 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 Senrice ......6 p.m. Wed. Evening Senrice... 630 p.m. AWANA.......................... 630-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR RICH MITTERLING 517-231-3434 �Page 4—Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, June 22,2019 RETIREMENT, continued from page 1 Over the years at Maple Valley, Lesage took on a variety of roles. During her first year at Maple Valley, Lesage saw an advertisement in the newspaper for interna­ tional students, and decided to host an exchange student from Japan. Lesage was soon asked to place exchange stu­ dents into homes across lower Michigan, and she has been responsible for up to 15 students at a time. The Lesages have hosted 26 international students oftheir own, and they keep in touch and even visit them. “It’s just amazing, the friendships and the extended families,” Lesage said. “It’s been a great experience,” When teacher John Hughes was getting ready to retire he asked Lesage if she 1 “I will miss Maple Valley, the teachers, the camaraderie. It’s a good school system, you get to know it more and it becomes obvious that it has its benefits.” Mary Lesage would take over organizing the annual senior trip to Washington D.C. Having lived in the city, Lesage knows it well, and has been organizing the trip ever since. Soon she will be train­ ing her own successor to organize the trip. Lesage said it was a tough decision to retire, but she felt it was time. She still plans on placing students and coach­ ing softball, at least for a lit­ tle while longer. For some students, Lesage has been the third softball coach they’ve had, and she has seen how much sharing her passion for the sport has moved them in a positive direction. “I promised them I wouldn’t leave them hang­ ing,” Lesage said. She plans to retire once her grandchil­ dren get a bit older, so she can follow them through their sports careers. The Lesages bought a house near Pleasant Lake, but they don’t plan to become strangers. “I plan on watching as many basketball and football games as I can at Maple Valley, that’s still home to me,” Lesage said. Maple Valley Schools is accepting bids on two used vehicles which are described as follows: 2000 International Chassis Model 72 passenger bus - diesel - automatic trans. - 198,522 miles 2002 International Chassis Model 77 passenger Bus - diesel - automatic trans. - 204,722 miles Bids will be received until 12:00 noon, on July 8,2019. All bids are to be clearly marked Vehicle bid and sent to Katherine Bertolini, Superintendent of Schools, Maple Valley Schools, 11014 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096 The board will act upon the bids at their scheduled regular meeting to be held Monday, July 8,2019. The board reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and is not bound to accept the low bid. Vehicles may be inspected at our bus garage by contacting Pat Powers at 517-852-9421 She enjoys quilting, and would like to turn her hobby into a small business. If she gets too bored with the extra time on her hands, she might substitute teach sometimes. “I will miss Maple Valley, the teachers, the camarade­ rie,” Lesage said. “It’s a good school system, you get to know it more and it becomes obvious that it has its bene­ fits.” She feels the close knit family atmosphere makes Maple Valley different from other schools, especially after her experience with schools with 4,000 students. “There are a lot of smart kids that come out of Maple Valley,” Lesage said. “Kids who have gone on to become doctors and lawyers, entre­ preneurs and architects.” For Vanderhoef, Maple Valley is the only school in which he has ever been a teacher. “I was 22 years old when I came here,” Vanderhoef said. He grew up in the small town of Evart in northern Michigan. Vanderhoef enjoyed music, but didn’t want to go into the highly competitive world of profes­ sional musicianship in the 1980s, where making a liv­ ing was a challenge. After graduating from Grand Valley State University to become a band director, he received two job offers at the same time, one from Centerville and the other from Maple Valley. He drove around both communities, ate at 'their restaurants arid took in the culture, before choosing Maple Valley and starting in the fall of 1984. “It was the people,” Vanderhoef said. “The way they talked, it just seemed more like the area where I grew up.” At first he thought he we would eventually move to a bigger school, and he later received offers from Grand Haven and Midland. “But after I got here I kind ? pf liked ,it,” Vanderhoef said. ‘People-treated me well.” Vanderhoef grew up with horses, and started Flying V Arena- in Vermontville for speed shows and boarding. He joked that larger districts might not be the right fit for a “cowboy band director.” Being a band director can be a challengingjob, because everything, success and failure, is on display for the public. “Your kids take their test in front of the whole town,” Vanderhoef said. “Your des­ tiny is kind of in the hands of the kids, and kids have good days and bad days. But you take it all in stride.” “Your kids take their test in front of the whole town. Your destiny is kind of in the hands of the kids, and kids have good days and bad days. But you take it all in stride.” Dennis Vanderhoef The band’s first big trip was to Nashville, Tenn, in 1993, where it played in a national competition. For its first major competition, Vanderhoef said the band’s goal was to find a category where it wouldn’t place last. Instead, the band received five first-place awards and the sweepstakes trophy for best overall music program. “I think we just worked harder,” Vanderhoef said. A lot has changed in the world of high school band programs. While the music and formations have grown more complex, fewer stu­ dents are joining bands. Vanderhoef said there is more; competition for stu­ dents’ time and attention today, and kids have to make the choice between band and programs that didn’t exist at Maple Valley in 1984, like soccer and DECA. Meanwhile, much more focus has been put on aca­ demics. “We have kids spending their spring break studying for the SAT, that was unheard of 30 years ago,” Vanderhoef said' Retiring after 35 years will be a big change for Vanderhoef. “It’s kind of been my whole life,” he said. “I’m going to miss the kids a lot.” Since he started, Vanderhoef also became a math teacher, and picked up teaching music to elementary We appreciate and value experienced truckers. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2019-2020 BUDGET PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on June 24,2019 at 7:00 p.m., the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools will hold a public hearing to consider the district’s proposed 2019-2020 budget. The Board may not adopt its proposed 2019-2020 budget until after the public hearing. A copy of the proposed 2019-2020 budget is available for public inspection during normal business hours at the District Administration Office, 11014 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 of the Board of Eduction. Kristen Miller, Secretary students, which surprised Vanderhoef with how much he enjoyed it. “I just had a blast,” he said. Now when he goes to a restaurant he has five-yearold children who have been his students excited to see him. Vanderhoef’s daughters are also active in music and education in Maple Valley. Sarah Vanderhoef owns Sing Studios in Vermontville, where she coaches singing, and her students regularly bring home armfuls of tro­ phies from state and national competitions. Kristen Miller was appointed to the Board of Education as a trustee last year, and was voted on for a full term in November. “It’s just been a great place to raise my family and have my career,” Vanderhoef said. Vanderhoef’s retirement, however, lasted only about 12 hours. The last day of school was June 10, and Vanderhoef and Lesage received awards in recogni­ tion of their service at Maple Valley from the Board of Education during a meeting later that evening. The next morning, Vanderhoef started his new job. He now sells agricultural products, largely gypsum, to farms and com­ panies across the northeast United States and parts of Canada. “It’s fun and refreshing to do something rieVr,” Vanderhoef said. He also had a retirement ceremony thrown by his friends and family at the high school in early May. He knew they were planning something, but was shocked when he arrived at the school and found alumni from across his 35 years teaching at Maple Valley. Nearly 50 former students, some of which live hours away, held practices or learned the mate­ rial on their own time, so they could play songs Vanderhoef taught at Maple Valley. “It was overwhelming,” he said. Some,of the students were from the first year he taught at Maple Valley, and he didn’t recognize them. Vanderhoef said the band played quite well, and he conducted a few songs. “It’s been an emotional time,” Vanderhoef said. < TRANSPORTATION We are also seeking individuals who would like to be. Our custom training program works providing the necessary experience to each driver - equipping them with the ability to secure fireight, as well as providing a lifelong set of skills. 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Organizer Ruth Hickey said the forecasts of rain kept some exhibitors and attendees away, but overall there was a good turnout. ORDINANCE NO. OS- 304H CONSUMERS ENERGY COMPANY GAS AND/OR ELECTRIC FRANCHISE ORDINANCE & , One of the oldest vehicles featured at the car show was this 1909 Peerless owned by Bill Reynolds of Vermontville. AN ORDINANCE, granting to CONSUMERS ENERGY COMPANY, its successors and assigns, the right and authority to lay, maintain and commercially operate gas lines and facilities including but not limited to mains, pipes, services and valves and to construct, maintain and commercially use electric lines and related facilities including but not limited to towers, masts, poles, crossarms, guys, wires and transformers on, under, along, and across public places including but not limited to highways, streets, alleys, bridges, and waterways, and to conduct a local gas and/or electric business in the TOWNSHIP OF CASTLETON, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, for a period of thirty years. RBh k» k»ta t • ■*< IfoU foU , * *>£& (w r *k«i THE TOWNSHIP OF CASTLETON ORDAINS: SECTION 1. GRANT and TERM. The TOWNSHIP OF CASTLETON, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, hereby grants to Consumers Energy Company, its successors and assigns, hereinafter called “Consumers" the right and authority to lay, maintain and commercially operate gas lines and facilities including but not limited to mains, pipes, services and valves and to construct, maintain and commercially use electric lines and related facilities including but not limited to towers, masts, poles, crossarms, guys, wires and transformers on, under, along, and across public places including but not limited to highways, streets, alleys, bridges, and waterways, and to conduct a local gas and/or electric business in the TOWNSHIP OF CASTLETON, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, for a period ofthirty years. *** hkMi CStffllJfens■fr* taialfev Kfis» stalia^i SECTION 2. CONDITIONS. No public place used by Consumers shall be obstructed longer than necessary during construction or repair, and shall be restored to the same order and condition as when work was commenced. All ofConsumers’ gas lines, electric lines and related facilities shall be placed as not to unnecessarily interfere with the public’s use ofpublic places. Consumers shall have the right to trim or remove trees ifnecessary in the conducting ofsuch business. ®W 5tntfe,hWte itiasf vfakmhh iRfe al Wtai i DECI id we lllfklqH|! Ian- tarfltaffli riiifetain^ i 0! pMfflttff cote na!ofliitiioiik» i tetri fcj A 1932 Chevrolet Sport Coupe was parked in front of the Putnam District Library Saturday. $«! SECTION 4. EXTENSIONS. EXTENSIONS. Consumers shall construct and extend its gas and/or electric distribution system within said Township, and shall furnish gas and electric service to applicants residing therein in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations. Hotel Valley. .W^’* SECTION 5. not exclusive. Kt fcf FRANCHISE NOT EXCLUSIVE. The rights, power and authority herein granted, are SECTION 6. RATES and CONDITIONS. Consumers shall be entitled to provide gas and electric service to the inhabitants ofthe Township at the rates and pursuant to the conditions as approved by the Michigan Public Service Commission. Such rates and conditions shall be subject to review and change upon petition to the Michigan Public Service Commission. ta ® ill’ll kiln’ asttd,^ial fflSS 4®^ OKI SECTION 3. HOLD HARMLESS. Consumers shall save the Township free and harmless from all loss, costs and expense to which it may, be subject by reason of the negligent construction and maintenance of the lines and related facilities hereby authorized. In case any action is commenced against the Township on account ofthe permission herein given, Consumers shall, upon notice, defend the Township and its representatives and hold them harmless from all loss, costs and damage arising out ofsuch negligent construction and maintenance. SECTION 7. REVOCATIQN. The franchise granted by this ordinance is subject to revocation upon sixty (60) days written notice by either party. Upon revocation this ordinance shall be considered repealed and ofno effect past, present or future. ^iW tfcdop w,’^ SECTION 8. MICHIGAN PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION JURISDICTION. Consumers remains subject to the reasonable rules and regulations of the Michigan Public Service Commission applicable to gas and electric service in the Township and those rules and regulations preempt any term of any ordinance ofthe Township to the contrary. Bffl)’ SECTION 9. REPEALER. This ordinance, when enacted, shall repeal and supersede the provisions of any previous gas and/or electric franchise ordinance adopted by the Township including any amendments. SECTION 10. EFFECTIVE— DATE. This ordinance shall take effect on /——5_ ZO l&——ljj-.- We certify that the foregoing Franchise Ordinance was duly enacted by the Township Board of the OWNSHIP OF CASTLETON, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, on the day of kAcccx, 2017 The Best in Show Award went to this 1971 Oldsmobile 442 owned by Jack Powell. Cheryl ip Superv Attest: Area students among GVSU honorees Grand Valley State University has announced the names of students who were placed on the dean’s list for the winter semester. The list includes those students who have maintained a 3.5 grade : point average and been enrolled in a minimum of 12 /credit^ /. Local students honored for the winter semester include: Bellevue - Sydney E. Denton, Olivia G. Mead. Charlotte - Alesandra M. Brown, Kamryn S. Burchell, Blake Thomas Clevenger, Alexander J. Coy, Kelsie J. Femsler, Hannah M. Griffith, JenpiferA-Hoxie,'Mackenzie » E. Huffman, Lindsey M. Nichols, Annaka D. Pacino, Ross A. Schmiedeknecht, Sydney J. Spotts, Riley M. Wertz, Lynsey H. Wills. Dowling - Rae lee L. Olson, Faith D. Pearlman. Nashville - Zachery M. Guthrie-Thompson. L M A-RCl/v Scg/Hwlin, Clerk of the TOWNSHIP OF CASTLETON, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the ordinance granting Consumers Energy Company, a gas and/or electric franchise, was properly adopted by the Township Board of the TOWNSHIP OF CASTLETON, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, and that all proceedings were regular and in accordance with all legal requirements. Marcia Scramlin, Township Clerk Dated: ,20j4 �Page 6 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, June 22,2019 Backstreet: On income tax, brawls, secession and UFO’s Memories of the Past Anyone who thought Nashville was a wild and lawless town in the 1950s should scan the early files of The News, suggested Editor Hinderliter. In 1873, when the weekly paper was founded, there were five saloons on Main Street and several stores that sold whiskey in the bulk. Drunken brawls were a common occurrence, and were frequently attributed to lumbering crews in the area. This view from Standpipe Hill shows the village in the early 1900s. As secretary of Nashville’s Chamber of Commerce, Donald Hinderliter received numerous inquiries from business people interested in locating here. One letter was This column by the late of preparing income tax books, but they were his own from an Ohio garment maker who was looking for someone to donate quarters for his Susan Hinckley was printed returns and other govern­ business and he didn’t have company and pay his moving expenses. This billboard at the south edge of Nashville in the May 16, 1989, in the ment reports. For one thing, to make them any more elab­ was erected in the 1950s to help promote the village. It has since been remqvqd. Maple Valley News. She the average reader is too orate than we wanted. In my granddad’s day Village population according to the 1980 census was 1,620. deeply engrossed in his own wrote: "For the next few weeks troubles to care about trivia there weren’t many small Evansville at the moment is being in business today. we will take a look at some and, moreover, it’s pretty dif­ businessmen who knew Joe Evans, self-styled 326 percent ahead of the Remembering his fiery tem­ favorite ‘Backstreet ficult for the type tipper to about income tax - from per­ per, we’re sure he would mayor of Evansville, fastest remaining stagnated portion Barometer’ columns written think of anything outside of a sonal experience, that is. If blow hiS top about the time growing suburb in the east­ of the village. He also they paid the wholesale by the late Donald F. maze of figures. he got into the 17*” para­ ern environs of Nashville, announces that he will build Hinderliter, editor-publisher Time was when life was houses promptly, kept their graph of the current “Notice has announced that his bali- another piece of residential of The Nashville Newsfrom very simple for a business­ credit good with the bank to Employers of Change in wick may seed from the vil- property, come spring. 1941-56. Thefollowing piec­ man. If he could scrape and tended to business, they Reporting and Depositing of lage and build itself a city es were excerptedfrom col­ together a little money and had a good chance of going As secretary of the Income Tax Withheld and hall in the spring. (The area umns that appeared in 1950. talk the bank out of loan, he through life without govern­ Employers’ Tax Tax and Hinderliter refers to here is Chamber of Commerce, we could, by working 16 hours a ment interference. Employees’ Tax under the properly known as the get quite a lot of interesting People who write little day, hope to make a modest Our own granddad was a Federal Insurance Harendorf Addition, but had letters. So far in 1950 have offerings like this so-called success in life. If he was building contractor. He start­ column should suspend oper­ smart enough to write and ed as a plain carpenter, Contributions Act on Wages been nicknamed by locals in come letters from a chiro­ ations during the sad season figure, he would keep a set of worked for other men until Paid on or after January 1, honor ofone ofits most well- practor looking for a town in 1950.” In fact, if he got that known residents.) which to set up practice, a he got a start and then far, Granddad probably Evansville will hold Cleveland garment manufac­ expanded. He used to hire would tell the U.S. Treasury municipal elections on April turer wanting someone to good carpenters and he paid Department what they could Fools’ Day. Joe, of course, donate a good fire-proof good wages. But he figured it AUTO SERVICE CENTER do with such instructions... will be the candidate for building and pay his moving was the business ofthe work­ Now offering factory dealer comYes sir, about one day of mayor and he is supporting expenses, a promotion com­ pater programing for er and the employer as to private enterprise in these Levi Harrington for chief of pany that will conduct a how much they were paid. trying times would finish police. Harlow White and beauty contest for a guaran­ Probably Grandma was the Our Diagnostic Computer Software Granddad. He was an inde­ Tom Beard are expected to tee ofonly $500, plus a num­ is Compatible With All Makes & Models only other person who ever pendent as a hog on ice and run on the People’s ticket for ber of requests for names of knew how much profit he his spirit would rebel at the whatever offices look good. all manufacturers in town, 945-0191 made. After all, it wasn’t task of filling out the innu­ Joe says that after doing a leading food stores and O JEFF DOBBIN’S anyone’s business. merable forms and reports lot of careful figuring he is names and addresses of all the government demands prepared to state that con­ painters and decorators. Granddad wouldn’t like 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE today. struction of new homes in Most such letters get Probably he wouldn’t believe it if someone were to tell him a small businessman has to tile as high as 100 government reports, accom­ panied by checks to various Thefamily ofthe late government agencies, in a single year. We need SCORE KEEPERS We could show him, if he for this Year's Event! were alive today, some busi­ nessmen, such as druggists, As an official Macker Score who are required to worry wish to extend our sincere through a lot more than that. Keeper, you will receive: thanks to all who have helped Sometimes, along about and supported ourfamily this time of year, we wonder • Hastings Macker Bucket Hat during the time ofour loss. if it wouldn’t be simpler to The many acts of kindness, let the socialists in • Score Keepers T-shirt Washington go ahead and sympathy andgenerosity • Macker Bag take over everything right continue to comfort us in our time ofsorrow. now, instead of waiting for Special thanks to: The Order ofthe Eastern Star • Free Food and Beverages the gradual process to be foryears ofsisterly love and a beautifulfuneral during your shift completed. The expression ceremony, Sensations Memory Care and Eaton “in business for yourself’ County Health and Rehabilitation Servicesfor their has become a bum joke and wonderful care, and the Vermontville Bible Church personal liberty and freedom have become as outmoded as jCg for the generous luncheonprovided. a mustache cup-............. OOBBW S we are looking for volunteers to join the HASTINGS MACKER TEAM MaryD. Trowbridge For More Details Call 269-945-2454 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 22, 2019 — Page. 7 answered and, so far as the outside world can know, Nashville might have a good active Chamber of Commerce. Or does that sound like bragging? We mean it merely as a reminder that a one-man Chamber of Commerce is better than nothing, but that nothing could be better than good, active chamber of commerce. aKstartH p« afeptlitfc ®W i^,®!|«. sfisy ilia Is smunUk iltei OssHtatw n i it aux taSoMte ikixtoi (®tatai& easd pftMi|iiiMi ,i ij to! Mtopvi!^’ jjlpi rfanst. itfl^ way and was dragged back to the saloon by his prisoners. All of which leads up to a village ordinance, which you may have noticed prominent­ ly displayed in last week’s News. It prohibits persons younger than 21 years of even entering a place where alcoholic beverages or liquor are sold for consumption on the premises. The ordinance will become effective Nov. 1 and provides the penalty of a fine up to $100 for anyone aiding and abetting a violation. It might be pertinent to mention that this ordinance was not forced on the two local tavern operators, but had their support before even it was drawn up. tried it out - forgot to close his eyes. From where we lay there was a good view of about a dozen dead limbs that should be pruned out of various trees, a sparrow’s nest to be removed from an eaves trough and enough of the bam showing to remind us that inside it lay no less than half a dozen summer projects that hadn’t even been started. We, probably like Neil Walrath, are saving the ham­ mock for when we.get too old to work. Anyone who thinks Nashville is a wild and law­ less town — and there are some who apparently do — should scan the old files of the News of 75 years ago. Practically every week there were accounts ofdrunk­ en brawls taking place in the saloons, which flourished in those days. In 1873, when the News was founded, there were five saloons on Main Street, to say nothing of the drug stores and groceries that sold whiskey in bulk. There were lumbering crews in this area at the time and on Saturday night, when they were paid off, the streets ofNashville were no fit place for a lady. The village hired one marshal after another but for several years, according to News Editor Strong ofthat era, most of them were lack­ ing either in nerve or sobri­ ety. One particular village mar­ shal, whom he avoided mentioning by name, probably to avoid a libel suit, must have been a great specimen. Editor Strong wrote one story in which he claimed the marshal arrested two Norwegian employees of a sawmill, started to escort them to the We often think of the late Cornelius (Neil) Walrah, partly on account of how we like him and partly because we have his hammock. After he was dead and gone and his worldly possessions were put up for auction, our good wife managed somehow to hear of the auction sale. Among other things, she bought a hammock, paying probably no more than twice the price being currently asked for a new one. That hammock is strung between a huge sweet cherry tree and a husky elm tree in our back lawn and we often look longingly at it on a busy Sunday afternoon. We wonder sometimes whether Neil ever relaxed in that hammock. He was a busy sort of fellow and probably if he ever relaxed and lay down to enjoy that swing and sway motion, he did just on lockup, but passed out on the like we did the one time we Recreation Help Wanted SUMMER SPLASH!! AD­ VENTURE Awaits Camp­ ground Camping—full hookup or water and electric only. Swimming, fishing, water slide, kid's playground, beach, volleyball court, diving platform, water bull riding. 50 mile Paul Henry Thomapple Trail starts here for hiking and biking. 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His wife, he said, had about convinced him that maybe it was an “optometric delu­ sion,” caused by too long a stop at the intersection of highways M-66 and US-16 on the way home. Awards for outstanding Lions Jennifer Burpee receives the Lion Pride Award from Superintendent Katherine Bertolini. (These photos, which were featured last week with photos inadvertently swapped, are here with the correct captions.) Local residents receive degrees at MSU Dozens of area students became MSU alumni after receiving degrees from Michigan State University last month. Special honors were announced for students maintaining high grade point averages. “With high honor” denotes the top 6 percent of graduates, having a GPA of 3.92 or higher. “With honor” recognizes students in the top 7 to 20 percent, or earning a GPAof 3.77 to 3.91. Local students earning degrees included: Charlotte — Geneva Ann Alewine, bachelor of arts in bon criminal justice; Allison Louise Boatman, master of arts in strategic communica­ tion; Sarah Jayne Buckmaster, Alivia Benedict of bachelor of arts in history Vermontville was named to the dean’s list at Albion College. To qualify, students must maintain a 3.5 or higher grade point average for the semester while enrolled full-time. Local student INDUSTRIAL CLEANING: Full or Part-time employment for self-motivated individual. Monday thru Friday starting at 4:30pm. Apply in person to Quality Hardwoods, Inc., 396 Main St., Sunfield, ML No phone calls please. Candi­ dates must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test. Quality Hardwoods supports a drug-free workplace. dean’s list All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or marital 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 ofchildren under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in viola­ tion 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 num­ ber for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 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Delays push bridge construction back two weeks Taylor Owens Staff Writer Construction on the M-66 bridge over Quaker Brook has been delayed by two weeks, Michigan Department of Transportation Project Engineer Dan Roberts said during a Nashville Village Council meeting Thursday. “We had a pretty major weather event with water in Quaker Brook, which com­ promised our sheeting and we were forced to stop, so we lost quite a few days on our schedule,” Roberts said. The crew also found contaminat­ ed soil, believed to be from diesel fuel from a gas station that used to sit nearby. “Between the contamina­ tion, a piling issue and the water, we’re probably two weeks behind schedule,” Roberts said. But MDOT has demanded a second crew be put on the job and for con­ struction to continue on weekends, Roberts added. “I anticipate we will get close to back on schedule by the end,” Roberts said. The original schedule had the bridge reopening to traf­ fic Aug. 2. With the sesquicentennial celebration start­ ing Aug. 3, even a small delay will impact the threeday event. But sesquicentennial plan­ ning committee member Kermit Douse said Friday the committee has known of the See BRIDGE, page 2 The schedule for the replacement of the M-66 bridge over Quaker Brook has been pushed back two weeks because of several unexpected issues, including contaminated soil and rain. (Photos by Taylor Owens) Maple Valley schools OK budget Taylor Owens Staff Writer The Maple Valley Schools Board of Education approved a final $10.9 mil­ lion budget for the 2018­ 2019 school year with a gen­ eral fund balance of $424,724, which represents 4.08 percent ofthe total bud­ get. The district began the budget year with a $75,088 deficit. “I think we moved the needle a lot, coming out of deficit,” Finance Director Darryl Sydloski said during the special budget meeting Monday. “It looks so much better last year to this year,” board trustee Kristen Miller said. “We’re going in the right direction,” agreed board president Brian Green. “To me, that’s like really good news.” The administrators were largely able to raise the gen­ eral fund balance by cutting expenditures, particularly in staffing, which represents around 80 percent of the school’s budget. “If we don’t need to replace a certain position, we don’t,” Sydloski told the Maple Valley News Friday. Every time a staff member left, the team looked at what could be absorbed into other positions, especially in accordance with the declin­ ing student count. The 2019-2020 budget projects a fall count of 940, a 37-^tttdent drop from last year, which had a similar drop from the previous year. “When is it going to stop?” Green asked. He read that birth rates seem to be dropping, and said the board should look into birth rates in Maple Valley. “We just don’t have any­ thing to keep people here, business-wise,” vice presi­ dent Andrea Montgomery said. She also pointed out that Maple Valley has a large Amish community that has its own education system. Treasurer Craig Lackscheide said the board should look at its options to save money if the school continues to lose students. “Do we still need three buildings?” Lackscheide asked. He pointed out that the district had about 300 more students when it closed down Maplewood than it has now. “I say we get down to 900, we need to make some moves,” Lackscheide said. Green said closing Maplewood would alienate residents and cause the dis­ trict to lose more students. “Closing a building, in my mind, is not an option,” Green said. He suggested the board could take less drastic steps, like closing a wing of a building. Superintendent Katherine Bertolini said, when she spoke to residents after com­ ing to the district, some told her they would leave if the district closed Maplewood after spending bond money on the building. Next year’s $10.43 mil­ lion budget currently proj­ ects a general fund balance of $658,072, or 6.46 percent ofthe total budget, but nego­ tiations with staff unions are ongoing, and compensation has not been finalized, so that number may change. Sydloski said this isn’t unusual in a year when the state government still has not notified the schools how much they will receive in funding for the next school year. Bertolini said negotia­ tions were progressing well, and she could not say enough good things about the union representation, but she expressed frustration with the state for not finalizing its budget. School officials already have to guess at their funding to a certain degree because they don’t know how many students they will have. But not knowing how much they will receive per student makes budgeting even more difficult. Sydloski said the school budgeted conservatively, with an expectation of a $100 per student raise. Between the projected drop in student count and $100 raise, the budget expects a $180,000 drop in state fund­ ing compared to last year. But current state propos­ als would raise the amount by at least $180. Sydloski said, if the school receives the extra funding, it will likely go toward capital improvement projects and staff compensation. The school voted to approve the 2018-2019 bud- See BUDGET, page 5 Vermontville Township to purchase 'back-saving’ equipment Luke Froncheck Staff Writer Being a first responder in emergency situations can be back-breaking, Vermontville Township Emergency Medical Technician Dave Jansma said. Jansma urged the township board at its regular meeting Thursday to move forward with the purchase ofa “power cot” for an estimated $16,800. A power cot does the lifting when patients must be elevated and placed into an ambulance, he said. With the lifting done, the EMTs then pull the cot into the vehicle - creating a safer sit­ uation for them since they would be less likely to injure their backs when lifting patients. Currently, if EMTs can’t lift a patient, they have to call the fire department for an assist. With the power cot, the assist wouldn’t be need­ ed. It could decrease the number of first responders needed for some of their calls, he said, which would reduce service costs. And it could make it safer for patients, he said, since there would be less the risk of dropping a patient. The board approved the purchase of a Stryker Corp, power cot in a 4-0 vote, with Trustee Tim James absent. In other business, the board received an audit report from the Michigan Department of Treasury. The report states that Vermontville Township met all of the requirements in the Audit of “He does not have the right to use township money for his own legal advice. It’s my opinion that the deputy treasurer has no respect for the board or its decisions.” Jack Owens, township supervisor Minimum Assessing Requirements. The state trea­ sury department also con­ gratulated the township for receiving a perfect score. The board also discussed township Deputy Treasurer Rod Harmon, who was not present, but is still serving as deputy treasurer for the township. Treasurer Shirley Harmon asked that the board go into closed session for this discussion about her hus­ band, but her request was denied by the board. She also voted against approving the agenda when this item was added. Supervisor Jack Owens reported that Rod Harmon had called and emailed the township attorney without the permission of the board. Owens said he had sent an email message to Harmon and informed him that seek­ ing legal advice from the township attorney “was not authorized and in direct con­ flict with what they had already discussed.” “He does not have the right to use township money for his own legal advice,” Owens said. “It’s my opinion that the deputy treasurer has no respect for the board or its decisions.” Trustee Gary Goris said,“Ask Shirley (Harmon) to find a new deputy.” Clerk See EQUIPMENT, page 10 In This Issue Anna Petrenko named new Maple Valley band director Nashville continues to prepare for its 150th birthday Study done, but no recommendation on COA facility Vehicle burns in downtown Nashville �Page 2 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, June 29, 2019 BRIDGE, continued from page 1 construction for some time. The committee has planned events, such as the parade, around the construction, knowing the potential for the bridge not opening in time. “You shift and you adjust,” Douse said. “It would be much more convenient to have it open... But it’s not a game changer by any means.” The biggest issue would likely be around the heavier flow of traffic on East Street from the detour, which may create parking issues for vis­ itors to the historical reenact­ ments at Lakeview Cemetery, Douse said. The council also addressed the new recreational marijua­ na law, but did not have the level of information they were expecting for the meet­ ing. Personnel from the Michigan Office ofLicensing and Regulatoiy Affairs had said the first draft ofthe reg­ ulations for recreational mar­ ijuana would be released in June, and the Michigan Municipal League had an informational webinar planned for Thursday morn­ ing. Neither plan came to fruition, so the council was left discussing the merits of adopting ordinances to pre­ vent dispensaries from open- Construction on the archway for Central Park in Nashville, soon to be renamed Emory Parady park, has begun, though there have been some delays due to rain. ing, at least until more infor­ mation is available. . Former state representa­ tive and current recreational marijuana consultant Mike Callton was at the meeting, and recommended the vil­ lage opt out of the new law for the time being. Callton said if someone attempts to open a dispensary in town before the village has an ordinance in place, they may issue a legal challenge against the village, and have deep pockets to pursue litiga­ tion. Village Clerk Lynette Adgate said she has already received calls from people asking if the village has adopted any ordinances on marijuana. Callton also warned the village it may take some time to figure out the rules once they are released. “Even when I was in the Legislature, I had to have lawyers look at it, because it was all in legalese,” Callton said. Council President Mike Kenyon said the council will likely vote on opting out, at least temporarily, at the next meeting. After the council is able to see the new rules, Kenyon said the council will probably schedule a special meeting for public input, before a vote on a permanent ordinance. The council unanimously voted to purchase a new soft- Monday, July 8 to Saturday, July 13 EATON COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS TUESDAY OPENS at 4PM $14 Armband OPENS at 2PM Wl OPENS at 3PM Currently, the M-66 bridge is not scheduled to be open in time for the sesquicentennial celebration, although plans are in place to catch up. ware system from BS&A Software for the village office. Trustee Tanett Hodge was absent. The system will cost an estimated $47,815, which will be split across multiple funds, with the amount for each determined by how much the department will use the software. Water capital improvement and sewer capital improvement will pay $15,000 each, local street and major street will pay $3,000 each and the cemetery fund will pay $3325. The final $8,490 will be paid out of the general fund. Adgate found a budget discrepancy in unemploy­ ment, which was budgeted for $10300, when it should have only been $1300. By fixing the issue Adgate was able to find the money in the general fund to finish paying for the software without tak­ ing out a loan. Adgate presented the council with a plan for new software during the last regu­ lar meeting, in which she said the current software sys­ tem is out of date, malfunc­ tioning and costing the vil­ lage money. 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Main, Nashville. 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 29, 2019 — Page 3 Anna Petrenko named new band director Anna Petrenko was named the new Maple Valley band director Monday. * ^ **< J15» 15» tak»kr K^M * ’iiGiian ‘•“’iW iKtstuit dMWiij tlWjaii ■ fl ■illDii itt’iiihii tlsn of tfe strj.'h 'Aflii'IHM rftahi’ itastjai he TsWd d be mat ft» a MB) pilfc WT r. atns roniit oH|vit Rfjkflt* ffiiisSi tahini fapii Bsari it ipianaf “f*1^ itj®M itj® i »bi it tS&nKIJI- it*flif^ it* fist1®’ fl* ins’ ' !» i jo •* tsSCS Anna Petrenko has been hired as Maple Valley’s new band director. Petrenko was appointed Monday and will hit the ground running with a busy summer, including band camp, a parade and creating the new routine for the marching band. Members ofthe communi­ ty can meet Petrenko in the high school band room from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 18. Petrenko grew up in Wyoming, near Grand Rapids, but was bom in Estonia, a small European country south of Finland. “A large part of my identi­ ty in being an immigrant was growing up and communi­ cating through music with my family and other families that gathered with us,” she said. “I didn’t start speaking English until I began school, so using music as the tool through which I expressed myself was invaluable.” Early on, she knew she wanted to be a teacher, but wasn’t sure which subject area, until her senior year of high school, when her band director pulled her aside and said, “’Anna, why don’t you combine teaching and music, your two passions?’ I honest­ ly had no idea that I could be a teacher of music, and so he helped me apply to the right programs, get invested, do my research, and here I am.” Along with a desire to be an advocate for teachers and a source for positive change, Petrenko said she wants stu­ dents to enjoy music-making as much as she did as a stu­ dent at Wyoming High School. “Music is truly an expres­ sion of the soul, and if I can encourage my students to be more emotive, more passion­ ate, and more expressive, that only serves to make them holistic human beings,” she said. “Maple Valley has the community aspect and kinship that I have been looking for. I think there’s a lot to say about how wel­ come this school made me feel, and I was very drawn to it from the start because of that. I’m excited to learn about the traditions here and hopefully start some of my own, as well.” Petrenko has had opportu­ nities to perform and teach. A piano player since age 7, she went on to win some local competitions in her late teens. Ultimately, though, she decided to focus her attention on the saxophone to align with her goal to become a band director. As a college sophomore, she put on several recitals, performed at multiple con­ ferences, and also won Grand Valley State University’s solo concerto competition in 2016. That success opened the door to perform with the top wind ensemble as a fea­ ture soloist on soprano saxo­ phone. She also has traveled across Michigan with a saxo­ phone quartet for three years and also has had the opportu­ nity to perform across the nation with Grand Valley’s New Music Ensemble. She has commissioned several pieces for the saxophone, as well, and earned top musical honors. Also as a sophomore, she Anna Petrenko plays saxophone with Grand Valley State University’s New Music Ensemble at Olympic National Park in Washington. The ensemble received a grant to travel to five different national parks, playing new music commissioned for each location. began teaching private les­ sons on saxophone and piano, as well as accompany­ ing students at the district and state level of MSBOA festival. She has worked with multiple school districts in the area as a marching band technician and has coached different ensembles. She will be teaching the K-12 music program at Maple Valley. “I’m very excited to have my own program to work with and anticipate much growth in my first year,” Petrenko said. One of her biggest goals, she said, is to have the band program enter the MSBOA Held again. “I also want my students to have many experiences performing and also listening to high-level musicians,” she said. “For me, that was always a treat, and I’m excit­ ed to find these opportunities for my students, as well. In terms of practical goals, I’m excited for the upcoming marching show that we will be learning in the next few weeks, and also developing and furthering the tradition of excellence that has been laid out already.” Her greatest hope, she said, is that students leave her classroom feeling engaged and that they accom- plished and learned some­ thing. “I want band to be a com­ munity of music-lovers, who are passionate about what they do,” she said. “My goal is not for students to become band directors or the like. Rather, I want students to love what they do in my class and also apply the skills they learn in, my classroom to become passionate people who can go out and change the world.” She’s more interested in passion than perfection. “I want my students to learn that it’s OK to make mistakes. That’s what I love about music. There is no such thing as a perfect per­ formance,” she said. “Of course, the goal is perfection, but if we fall short and achieve excellence, I think that that’s more than OK. In fact, that’s great.” She applies general educa­ tion philosophies in the music classroom, and hopes students will apply similar lessons in life. “Making mistakes is a part of learning,” Petrenko said, “and focusing on how to work around and through those mistakes is an essential part of life. I’m excited to get very metaphorical on my stu­ dents and use everything we do in band to tie directly into all aspects of their lives.” Petrenko’s summer will begin with marching band pre-camp, which is new, as well as having a band camp performance to show the community and parents what the band has learned after a week of hard work. “From there, we have a parade, and then that ties directly into our fall perfor­ mances and football games,” she said. “I’m excited to grow and nurture the rela­ tionship between the sports and band so that we are sup­ porting our students in the best way possible.” Although less than a week as Maple Valley’s new music director, Petrenko has been unknowingly preparing for this assignment nearly her entire life. “I have a passion for teaching, and a passion for music,” she said. “I’m hop­ ing that my energy will rub off and be translucent as I begin my work with this pro­ gram.” Sure BIG This Sunnier June 28 — July 6 valspqajt $inoo per Gallon Mail-in rebate June 28 thru July 6 $JiLnVoF o per Gallon Mail-in rebate June 28 thru July 6 valspar ’/ PRISTINE, _ Maple Valley News Published by... 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Marciea Shipman, Dorothy Carrigan, Jim Peterson, Karen Christensen and Martha Hastings: Party Woodland: Card Games. Christensen perform “Keep the Home Fires Burning” during the Vermontville Maple Delton: Birthdays; Walking Syrup Festival. 11 am.-l pm.; Reminiscence. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Thursday, July 4 - All Sites Closed. Happy Independence Day!. Friday, July 5 - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 9:30 a.m.; Iron Rails 10:30 am. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Ph 616-374-1200 • Fax 616-374-4427 YOU ARE INVITED TO Adventure Awaits ^amPSroun^ ai,d Resort 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION 3266 N. IONIA RD. VERMONTVILLE. MICHIGAN 49096 Come join the fun with us this Independence day with all day activities. On the 4Th we will have: Charlton Park gearing up for patriotic party FREE VOLLEYBALL FREE HORSESHOES FREE SWIMMING FREE FISHING (BYOP) 5. FREE CORNHOLE 6. FREE LATTERBALL 7. CAMPSTOREOPEN 8. 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Historic Charlton Park in showcase their skills as they and enjoy the beach, fishing, Hastings will honor vie to be named 2019 grand picnic area, hiking trails or America’s independence champion during the annual boat launch,” park director with a celebration Thursday, pie contest. Local “celebrity” Dan Patton said. July 4. Festivities during the judges will award Charlton The historic village also 37th annual Old-Fashioned Park event passes and mer­ will be open for self-guided Fourth of July and Veterans chandise to first and second tours. Barbecue will be from noon place. All pies will then be The 310-acre park, at 2545 to 4 pm. Parking and admis­ auctioned off to the highest S. Charlton Park Road, is sion are free. bidders, with proceeds bene- open every day from 8 am. A flag-raising ceremony fitting the special-event fund to 9 pm. More information featuring representatives at Charlton Park. can be found at charltonpark. from all five military branch­ Uncle Sam will also be on org. es and a presentation by the hand with a free treat for Lawrence J. Bauer American everyone. Legion Post will begin at Sandy Schondelmayer’s noon in front of the Upjohn BBQ Pork Buffet, sponsored House. by the Hastings American Field day style games for Legion, will be available people of all ages will begin from 12:30 to 4 pm. Buffet on the Village Green at 1 cost for people age 13 and up pm. Games will include is $9. The fee for children three-legged and sack races, age g 5-12 is $6 each,, and chil- Baran Baran Michael Mahon Mahon, watermelon- and pie-eating dren under 4 eat for free. A bom at Spectrum Health contests, needle in a haystack portion of the proceeds sup-Pennock on June 13, 2019 to and baby crawl. Ribbons are port the local American Crystal Lauren Mahon and awarded to all winners. Legion.. Michael Edward Mahon III Many talented bakers will “Come early or stay late of Nashville. NEWEST CITIZENS �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, June 29,2019 — Page 5 From the Pulpit An alliance of self-control Joy Ann Crothers Angel Joy Ann Crothers Angel died June 23,2019 ofdemen­ tia. She was bom April 28, 1938 in Wyandotte, to Bruce and Edna (Gould) Crothers. Joy moved to the “farm” in Sunfield Township in 1945 where she grew up and grad­ uated valedictorian of the class of 1956 from Woodland High School. She went to college in Kalamazoo where she met and married Clair L. Angel in 1960. Joy and Clair moved to Eaton Rapids, in 1970 where they operated the Western Auto Store and raised their three children. After her di­ vorce, Joy returned to college and graduated from Western Michigan University with a bachelor’s degree in science and later retired from the State ofMichigan in 2011. Joy was a gregarious woman and was very in­ volved with her communi­ ty and church, becoming a lay leader and was on many committees. She was a vora­ cious reader and had a lovely voice. Joy sang with the Ea­ ton Rapids Women’s Chorus for decades, sang with the Lakewood Choral Society for many years and ofcourse, her church choir. The family would like to thank the staffofStone Ridge Adult Foster Care, Loving Hands Home Care and Great Our Diagnostic Computer Software is Compatible With All Makes & Models LOCATED 945-0191 JEFF DOBBIN’S At rTr> <jpRvirp ihjr' SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON M-79 Owner, Jeff Dobbin, ASE Master Technician Over 28 years experience 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE get unanimously, although trustee Tim Burd was absent, and voted to approve the 2019-2020 budget, with Lackscheide the only dissent­ ing vote. He said the school should have a general fund balance of 7 to 10 percent, to July 11 July 13 July 13 July 13 July 13 July July July July 14 14 14 14 July 15 July 15 July 15 July July July July July July July July July 15 16 16 17 17 17 17 18 18 July 18 July 18 July 19 July 20 July 20 July 20 July 21 “Invite us in. We’ll bring RESULTS!” GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School................................. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.............................................. 11 Evening Worship........................................ 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................................ 7 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School...................................... 9:45 Morning Worship...................................... 11 .Evening Worship........................................ 6 .Wednesday Family Night Service...................................... 6:45 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: 930 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 1230 p.m. . Phone: (517) 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) (Nursery Provided) 110 S. Main SL, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 10: 00 a.m............................ Church Service 11: 00 a.m.................................... Fellowship Wo matter who you are, or where you are on life’sjourney, you are welcome here. ’ REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship............ P.M. Worship............ FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE ......... 11 .......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship....................................................... 7 PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sally Magoon, Associate Broker have a safety net. “This is not really a fix all,” Lackscheide said. “We’ve got to get out of this 4 to 5 percent (general fund balance) budget. We’re ask­ ing for disaster.” CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (269) 963-7710 PASTOR PEGGY BAKER Sun. Praise & Worship 1030 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special." For Information call 1-269-731-5194. July 7 Joly 7 July 8 BUDGET, continued from page 1 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH Church Service................................... 9 a.m. Sunday School............................ 10:30 a.m. A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 July 3 ACDetco Now offering factory dealer com­ puter programing for ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES July 3 Nashville Assembly ofGod “But the fruit of the Spirit is ... self-control,” Galatians 5:23 The fruit of the Spirit in its assorted varieties - love, joy, peace, patience, goodness, faith, kindness, gentleness and self-control - has natural counterparts. Christians and non-Christians alike demonstrate love, experience joy and exhibit self-control. However, the fruit of the Spirit is a spiritual grace in which the Holy Spirit enables believers to be like Jesus in these areas. This involves cooperation between the believer and the Spirit of God in which we are supematurally assisted to live and behave according to Jesus’ teachings. When do we need extra help to be kind? When we are tempted to be unkind. When is it most challenging to love others? When they are behaving in a way that makes loving them difficult. The same is true with the fruit of self-control. We need the Holy Spirit to help us regulate our impulses when we are tempted to “act naturally. Again, everyone has to show a little restraint, but for the believer this is something more. It is spiritual. It requires the Spirit s aid, otherwise it would not be considered the fruit of the Spirit. The definition ofthis fruit seems obvious from its name - self-control - but there is more to it than initially meets the eye. Self-control as a fruit of the Spirit is not all about controlling one’s self. That is will-power, self-restraint, or self-discipline. The spiritual fruit self-control is really about an alliance between the saint and the Spirit. On the one hand, I must control myself; one the other, the Holy Spirit helps me. I exercise self-control; I discipline myself through spiritual calisthenics to maintain Christ-like thoughts, attitude, and behavior. He doesn’t do it for me; He does not force me to behave; but He enables me to imitate Christ in all I do. I still have to make the choice; I still have to redirect my thoughts, bite my tongue, and rein my impulses - but the Holy Spirit makes this possible. Self-control is not relying on self; it is relying on the Holy Spirit to help us conform to Christ’s image. It helps to think of self-control the fruit as Spirit-empowered, Spirit-enabled-control. The Holy Spirit is always faithful to do His part; we must be faithful to cooperate with Him as we do ours. Beef, Lamb & Hog Carcass Drop-off, 5-7 p.m., Jones Market, Saranac CANCELLED Livestock Developmental Meeting 4-H Teen Leader Meeting, 6:30 pjn., Extension Office Rabbit Bam Set-up, 2 pjn., Expo center Poultry Bam Set-up, 2 p.m., Expo Center Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 pjn., Expo Center Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Non-livestock Judging Day, 9 a.m.-l:30 p.m., Expo Center Beef Bam Youth Dog Judging, 9 a.m., Expo Center Youth Rocket Launch, 1:30 p.m., Expo Center Horse Arena Youth Communications Judging, 6 p.m., Expo Community Tent Cavy Judging, 8 ajn., Expo Show Arena Rabbit Judging, 9 a.m., Expo Show Arena Poultry Judging, 9 a.m., Expo Show Arena 4-H Youth Talent Show, Expo Community Tent Youth Goat Judging, 8 a.m., Show Bam Horse Judging, 8 ajn., Horse Arena Youth Food Competition, 10 a.m., Community Tent Youth Sheep Judging, 5 p.m., Show Arena Horse Judging, 8 a.m., Horse Arena Youth Swine Judging, 9 a.m., Show Arena Horse Judging, 8 a.m., Horse Arena Youth BeefJudging, 9 a.m., Show Arena Youth Cat Judging, 9 ajn., Community Tent Youth Dog Agility, 6:30 p.m., Show Arena Youth Dairy Judging, 8 a.m., Show Arena Young Clover Horse Judging, 10 a.m., Horse Arena Small Livestock sale, 5:30 p.m., Show Arena Team Horse Competition, 6 p.m., Horse Arena Large Livestock Sale, 9 ajn., Show Arena Show of Champions, 8:30 a.m., Show Arena Young Clover Dairy Program, following Show of Champions, Show Arena Livestock Fashion Show, 3 pjn., Show Arena Removal ofNon-Livestock Projects, 8 ajn. to 1 p.m., Youth Building COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE CENTER Local Church Schedule July 1 Pastor Glenn Branham Lakes Hospice. Left to cherish her memory is her son, David C. Angel; daughter, Ellen J. (Michael Williams) Angel; daughter­ in-law, Cheryl (Bryce) An­ gel; grandchildren, Bryce T. Angel, Claire Angel-Wil­ liams, Jacob (Nikki) An­ gel-Williams, Morgan J. An­ gel and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Roy Crothers; sister-in-law, Vera Crothers; niece, Ruth Ann Crothers; nephew, Bruce A. Crothers and her beloved son, Bryce L. Angel. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 27, 2019 at the Koops Funeral Chapel in Lake Odessa. In lieu offlowers, memori­ al contributions may be made to Woodland United Method­ ist Church. Condolences may be left online at www.koopsfc.com. BOBBIN'S MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS 269-986-5737 smagoonrealestate@gmail.com Weichert Emerald Roperties MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service............................................... 11 P.M. Service................................................ 6 Wed. Service.............................................. 7 Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 304 Phillips SL, Nashville 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: ........................... 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................. 8:30 a.m (112 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School ............. 10 A.M. Senrice... ........ 11:15 P.M. Service... ............... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY Located on the corner of State and Washington streets PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-588-8415 We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. . . . Office: (517) 543-7363 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS PASTOR KAREN KINNEY 517-852-2043 Worship......................................... 9:15 a.m. www.weichertemerald.com NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Service........................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.......................... 11:00 a.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 111 N. Bostwick Avenue Charlotte, Ml 48813 Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West .Worship 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................ 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School............... ...................... 9:45 Worship Service............. ........................... 11 Sunday Evening Service .................. 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service... .............. 6:30 p.m. AWANA............................ 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR RICH MITTERLING 517-231-3434 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 29,2019 Nashville continues to prepare for its 150th birthday Tanett Hodge Staff Writer In an effort to prepare for the Village of Nashville’s sesquicentennial celebration Aug. 2-4, events and activi­ ties abound. The committee hosted a golf outing June J at Centennial Acres in Sunfield. Chairperson Stan Graham was the workhorse behind the event and organized a scramble, silent auction and all-around good time to raise funds for the sesquicentennial. Despite a storm front that went through, golfers were able to play 10 holes, enjoy great food, lots of conversa­ tion and a silent auction, which raised more than $4,000 for the event. Other events have includ­ ed hat and apron making to prepare for relevant costum­ ing during the sesquicentennial. Putnam District Library hosted the event during its sewing lab time June 19. Sue Pufpaff, the library’s sewing expert, was enlisted to teach the classes, and Barbara Howard led the class in mil­ linery crafting. The final apron-making class is today, Saturday, June More than 100 golfers prepare to head out to the greens of Centennial Acres to raise money for Nashville’s oncein-a-lifetime event. 29, at 10 a.m. Hat making classes will take place July Willow Holton models the hat she made at an event held at Putnam Library. Clipper Mowing Made Easy CountryClipper.com EASY TO USE • Joystick Steering option makes driving fun and intuitive • Front Step and Handrail for easy entry EASY TO MAINTAIN • Stand-Up Deck allows quick access to blades Charlie Sheldon (left) was the first golfer to sign up for the sesquicentennial golf outing June 1. Stan Graham (right) organized the successful event. 13 at 10:30 a.m. and July 25 at 5 p.m. Duck adoptions also are taking place at Nashville’s Edward Jones office on Main Street and at Moo-ville Creamery. Participants are buying ducks for a $1 dona­ tion and will race their ducks down the Thomapple River Saturday, Aug. 3, for a grand prize of $150 for the winning duck. Walkers and runners are registering for the 5K Color Run Aug. 3. With the big event now just over a month away, excitement is brewing and activity abounds. “The Centennial Celebration in 1969 stands out as a vivid memory in my childhood,” Nashville resi­ dent Duane Hansen said. “I wholeheartedly look forward to our sesquicentennial cele­ bration in 2019 - creating new memories with the com­ munity I love.” “It’s an opportunity -for neighbors to come together to learn and celebrate the history of yesterday while making history for tomor­ row,” long-time resident Debra Douse said. • Easy access to oil drain and filter EASY TO OWN • Independent dealers provide support before and after the sale • Multiple financing options available Maple Valley Implement, Inc 735 E. Sherman Street, Nashville, MI 517-852-1910 www.maplevalleyeq.com Vicki Reid models her millinery skills as she prepares for Aug. 2-4. Taylor Carpenter shows the sesquicentennial apron she made during the sow ing lab. . —J �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, June 29, 2019 — Page 7 State grant helps to protect High Bank Creek The Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy received a $116,000 grant last week from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy to protect a 140-acre property northeast of Dowling. The property has 4,000 feet of frontage on High Bank Creek. The grant will be used to purchase a permanent con-servation easement, which will ensure that the land retains its conservation val­ ues and remains in its natural state. The property is private­ ly owned and SWMLC staff has been working with the landowners for several years to preserve this land. The landowners, a husband and wife, bought the property in A birder looks over restored prairie and wetlands at High Bank Creek property. (Photos provided) High Bank Creek is an important tributary for the Thornapple River. the mid-1990s and have been involved since the beginning, recognizing the value of the property and the importance of protecting the waterways and habitat. Under a conservation easement, the parcel of land stays in private ownership. The easement also protects the conservation values of the property by prohibiting certain types of development and other activities that would could be harmful. High Bank Creek is a trib­ utary of the Thomapple River. The Barry Conservation District con­ siders the creek a high prior­ ity for reducing sediment and temperature in the Thomapple River Watershed Management Plan. “The property is a key par­ cel in protecting the headwa­ ters ofthe High Bank Creek,” SWMLC Executive Director Peter Ter Louw said, adding that SWMLC has been talking with the landowners for more than 20 years about how they could get an ease- ment for their property. The grant gives the con­ servancy the funds to pur­ chase an easement for the couple. Conserving this land is important to preventing ero­ sion issues that occur with residential or other types of See GRANT, page 10 Come visit our 24/7 full-service ATM, located at 121 Eastside Dr. Vermontville, Ml 49096 • Deposit Checks • Transfer Money • Balance Inquiries • Withdraw Cash For your convenience, our Vermontville branch is open Monday: 9 AM - 2 PM Wednesday: Noon - 5 PM Friday: Noon - 5 PM �Page 8 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, June 29.2019 Study done, but no recommendation on COA facility have to go for a millage.” Rebecca Pierce Editor “When we first endeav­ ored how to best use the (Friend of the Court) build­ ing, how much of the Health Department would fit in there, I thought it would be an easy answer,” Eric Hackman told Barry County commissioners Tuesday. "It’s proving not to be an easy answer.” Hackman is a senior proj­ ect man ager at TowerPi nkster, the company hired by the county board to advise it on options for a new Gymmission on Aging build­ ing. TowerPinkster reviewed several county facilities in 2015 and developed the cur­ rent space utilization at the County Administrator Michael Brown advises Barry Eaton District Health Commissioner Ben Geiger against dipping into the tax Department building, 330 umbrella fund at Tuesday's county board meeting. West Woodlawn. At that (Photos by Rebecca Pierce) time, TowerPinkster also sur­ veyed the Friend ofthe Court building at 103 South usage. The cost estimate for “$800,000 is $800,000. Broadway. Eric Hackman, seniorproject manager at TowerPinkster, this option is $6.05 million. That’s the order of magni­ This time, the company reviews its building usage report but has no recommen­ Divide the health depart­ tude this decision weighs.” offered four options: As far as the least expen­ ment and put the environ­ Build a new20,000-square- dation on which option would be best for the county. mental health staff in the sive option, Option 2: “There foot building as described in the 2015 report from would provide minimal dis­ building, require no compro­ FOC building and renovate are efficiency losses when FOC building,” TowerPinkster. This would ruption, flexibility for future mises to the COA building the existing building. This using out. be the largest capital invest­ growth, provide for the and show the greatest reduc­ would require minimal capi­ Hackman pointed ment of the four options. It potential sale of the FOC tion in operational energy tal investment and maintain “That’s not your best build­ parking for the county build­ ing. It’s an older building ing near the courthouse. But with single-pane glass. PUBLISHER’S it would disrupt current “If you were to build a NOTICE: county operations and limit new building, it would oper­ All real estate advertising in this newspaper is flexibility as far as future ate as one of your best from subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ growth at the health depart­ energy efficiency and ongo­ gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or ment and COA. Plus, the ing costs.” discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or Energy efficiencies in a FOC building, with its ineffi­ marital status, or an intention, to make any such new building can sometimes ciencies would remain a preference, limitation or discrimination. ” Familial In Stock status includes children under the age of 18 living county building and the COA save twice what they’ve esti­ with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women building and program layout mated, he said. and people securing custody of children under 18. suT ~ Knoii This newspaper will not knowingly accept may require compromises as Commissioner Vivian SftvyIliiKst Lvynzifei Smiith any advertising for real estate which is in viola­ Receptionist Gloria Guernsey an addition. The cost esti­ Conner suggested that the tion of the law. Our readers are hereby informed Owners Kimberly & Joe Rodriguez that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are mate for this option is $5.25 the Friend of the Court and available on an equal opportunity basis. To report million. Commission On Aging discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451 -2980. The HUD toll-free telephone num­ Move all of the health departments be located at ber for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. department to the FOC build­ one site: the health depart­ ing. Hackman said this is not ment building after additions feasible since the space at the are made on both ends ofthe FOC would not fit the mini­ facility to accommodate the mum required space for the FOC and COA. health department. But Hackman said the cost Consolidate the health would like run about $6 mil­ department program in place lion in any case. to make space available for Conner pointed out that COA use and a COA addi­ getting rid of the existing tion. The cost estimate, at COA building and selling the $5.9 million, is similar to property might help offset Since the day Mike passed away I have been blessed with so much love from family and friends in so many Option 1. the expense of the project, , different ways. To the point I have been overwhelmed in “It boils down to but Hackman said costs 1 writing thank you notes and honestly stopped because 1 $800,000,” Hackman said, would still be high. OFFERING COMPLETE ' truly could not keep up and get “life” stuff done as well. noting that these estimates Geiger turned to County WATER & WELL For this I apologize to you all, it has not been for lack _ of gratitude! Some days the stack of cards and number DRILLING & PUMP are likely incorrect since the Administrator Michael texts to respond to have been just truly amazing. costs can’t truly be known Brown and asked: “How I This is by no means a complaint! 1 thank God for you SALES & SERVICE until a project is bid. much cash do we have in the t and all the organized meals, treats, doggy daycare, But the difference between tax umbrella fund?” monetary help, thoughtful devotionals that speak 4” TO 12” WELLS \ volumes, for carting my children to sporting events or all these options is the same: “Above the cap, we have • Residential — I extra curriculars, doing my laundry, taking care of me, $800,000. $ 1.2 million,” Brown replied. • Commercial during injuries and hospital stays, packing up my house, “Do you have a recom­ Geiger pointed out that • Farm i painting, fixing things, loving my boys, cutting my grass, i mendation?” Commissioner construction costs aren’t get­ j py prayers,, landscaping, p g, listening, g, fixingg my y lawn mowers,,We stock a complete line of... Ben Geiger asked. ting any cheaper. XO’J vehicles and just loving us in the moment. (I know I’m ' • Pumps • Tanks forgetting many other actions that I should mention, but Hackman did not. Commissioner Jon J again ag overwhelmed v w by y love, v, not ungrateful) ug u) Thank you yu i • Plastic & Steel Pipe “I thought it would be Smelker said, “No matter I 1 doesn’t quite seem to fit the bill, but it’s what I simply • Other Well Supplies more clear-cut,” he said. what you do, you’re going to VJ have have to to offer. offer. II love love this this community community and and all all of ofyou you that that WE OWN OUR OWN have been such an important part of our lives. j Some of you may not know that we need to move EQUIPMENT & DO from this wonderful home that my husband and family OUR OWN WORK. built for us. The plan is to move to Middleville, where Richard Ewing Mike grew up, as the boys would like to start fresh and 2 Owner - feel close to their dad’s roots. I ask for continued prayers as we downsize and GRAVEL WELLS -NO ENTRY FEEsearch for the right place. For me to find people in the A SPECIALTY trades I can hire to complete some home projects, the Estimates Available time to pack and still work, for the boys to be good ' -w J helpers during this sudden shift in life and for the road 11090 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, MI blocks to be few. S Saturday, July 27th from g am. to 3 ml 0 Above all, I thank you for the awesome display of ^Independence BAD HA 5O% OFF Products and Tools 207 N. Main St. • 517.852.0313 EWING WELL DRILLING INC. a3 on 3 Basketball Tournament "Maple Valley High School love and support! From the bottom ofour hearts...and bellies, Laura Scott and Boys (517) 726-0088 10076 0076 NASHVILLE NASHVILLE HWY. HW VERMONTVILLE Now accepting MasterCard & Visa • Teams for all age groups, grade school and up Q Register between 8:30am-9am! and join the fun! Concession stands on the grounds Hosted by Nashville Baptist Church Call the church office at 517-852-9808 with any questions! Geiger disagreed, saying that, with the jail, the county would have to go for a mill­ age to pay back the bonds. “But, for the COA, that’s a cost we could absorb if we sold bonds or dipped into the reserve.” “How much is in the tax umbrella fund?” Geiger turned to Brown, who was standing at this point, and asked him again. “The whole umbrella fund is $9 million,” Brown replied. “But the tax umbrel­ la fund is there for a purpose. Ifyou choose to spend below that cap, then there are impli­ cations that occur.” “When was the last time we used it?” Geiger contin­ ued. “Many years ago,” Brown replied, “to do the Health Department project.” “So I’m not crazy,” Geiger remarked. “It’s been done before.” “And it took many years to build that back up,” Brown added. “Remember, we com­ mit a half a million dollars toward unfunded liability on the pension.” Conner mentioned that the county treasurer has ability to use some of those funds. “If we were to deplete that, we’d have to find other sources.” Brown said that the use of those funds is not preferred, adding that he was sure the treasurer would say that she’d prefer that account be fully funded. “It’s just a tradeoff,” Geiger remarked. “It’s that or raise taxes.” Before Hackman left, he said TowerPinkster would start meeting this summer to get started on the county’s jail project. In other business, the commissioners discussed Geiger’s proposal for a new method to recruit new mem­ bers for boards and commis­ sions. Chairwoman Heather Wing expressed a concern that the proposal might be in conflict with the Open Meetings Act. After discus­ sion about how to rework the proposal, the board took a break for Geiger to modify the wording. When he returned and the meeting resumed, the board continued discussion. Then commissioners prepared to vote on the resolution as amended. Then, to the surprise ofhis fellow commissioners, Geiger said he couldn’t sup­ port it. “The changes significantly change the scope of it,” he said. The action was postponed to the next board meeting in a 4-3 vote, with Dan Parker, Dave Jackson and Conner voting against postponement and Howard Gibson, Wing, Smelker and Geiger voting for it. Antenna Me Digital TV Antennas Ceil Phone Boostere 517.646.0439 IV ANTENNA & TOWER INSTALLATION REPAIR & REMOVAL �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, June 29,2019 — Page 9 2018 Water Quality Report for the Village of Vermontville This report covers the drinking water quality for The Village of Vermontville for the 2018 calendar year. This information is a snapshot of the quality of the water that we provided to you m 2018. 2018 Included are details about where your water comes from, from what it contains and how it compares to United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) and state standards. Your water comes from three groundwater wells, each Well is 128-180 feet deep. The State performed an assessment of our source water to determine the susceptibility or the relative potential of contamination. The susceptibility rating is on a seven-tiered scale from "very-low" ■°rtMTCD^ci i^co-nniFrrvo4™?water chemistr7 and contamination sources The susceptibility of our source i■s°(rEtMNTTCEDR^ ScU i iS^CcE oP-nTInBiIFLIrTrYv R oA4TING F™ ROM THE REP?ORT IFw YaOteUr cHhAeVmEisMtrO7 RanEd T cHoAnNta OmNinEatSioOn UsRouCrEcesID. E ThNeTIsFuYscTeHpEtibSilUitySCof oPuTrIBsoILuIrTcYe is (ENTER SUSCEPTIBILITY RATING FROM THE REPORT. IF YOU HAVE MORE THAN ONE SOURCE, IDENTIFY THE SUSCEPTIBILITY OF EACH SOURCE], E There are no significant sources of contamination in our water supply. We are making efforts to protect our sources by Maintaining a strict wellhead protection program to protect our wells and well fields from contaminants. If you would like to know more about the report, please contact Christopher Rumsey, Village of Vermontville DPW Supervisor @ 517-726- 1444 Information about lead: If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with senrice lines and home plumbing. The Village of Vermontville is responsible for providing high quality drinking water but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking of cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/tead. Infants and children who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level could experience delays in their physical or mental development Children could show slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. Adults who drink this water over many years could develop kidney problems or high blood pressure. Copper is an essential nutrient, but some people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level over a relatively short amount of time could experience gastrointestinal distress. Some people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level over many years could suffer liver or kidney damage. People with Wilson's Disease should consult their personal doctor. Crumsey@vermontville-MI.aov or on the Village website: Verniontville-mi.gov Monitoring and Reporting to the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Requirements: The State of Michigan and the U.S. EPA require Contaminants and their presence in water: Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small aimounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the U.S. EPA's Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800426-4791). Vulnerability of sub-populations: Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune systems 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. U.S. EPA/Center for Disease Control guidelines on appropriate Hoetalinnse t(o80l0e-s4s2e6n-4t7h9e1 r)i.sk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinkin8g VWter m Hotline (800-426-4791). 8 sus to test our water on a regular basis to ensure its safety. The Village of Vermontville Missed one required Volatile Organic compound sample in the fourth Quarter due to a Paper work Mistake. The sample was taken the first Quarter of 2019. There is no health concerns related to this Missed sample. All other sampling requirements were met. We will update this report annually and will keep you informed of any problems that may occur throughout the year, as they happen. Copies are available at Village of Vermontville office 194 S. Main Street. Vermontville, Ml 149096 or the Department of Public Works Garage 134 Westside Dr. Vermontville, Ml 49096This report will not be sent to you. We invite public participation in decisions that affect drinking water quality. The Village of Vermontville council meets the second Thursday of every month at The Vermontville Community Center, 108 N Main SL Vermontville, Ml 49096 For more information about your water, or the contents of this report, contact Christopher Rumsey, Department of Public Works Supervisor at 517-726-1444 or crumsey@vermontvillemi.gov .For more information about safe drinking water, visit the U.S. EPA at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead. Sources of drinking water: The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. Our water comes from wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally-occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals Instructions to Water Supplier or from human activity. “Note: The CCR should contain the most recent data in the last five years. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: 1. Under "Level Detected" and ‘.‘Range”: • Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations and wildlife. (A) enterthe highest test result from the tab UNLESS a contaminant’s compliance is determined based on a running annual average. Then, list the highest running annual average. • Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally-occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or (B) range such as "12-48" (if you sample more than once or from multiple locations). domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. • Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture and residential uses. (C) enter the test result from the lab report for sodium, even ifit was not detected. • Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. 2. Under "Year Sampled," enter the year sampled (ifearlier than the year covered by the report). ■ Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems. 3. Under "Violation Yes/No," enter "Yes" to indicate a violation ofMCLs, MRDLs, or treatment techniques. Below the table, include a description ofthe violation, the mandatory health effects language (from Table 1 of R 325.10405), and actions taken to address the violation. £ In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the U.S. EPA prescribes regulations that X limit the levels of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Federal Food and Drug Administration regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which provide the same protection for public health. 4. Ifarsenic was detected above 5 ppb but at or below 10 ppb include the following: White your drinking water meets the U.S. EPA standard for arsenic, it does contain low levels of arsenic. The U.S EPA standard balances ■ the current understanding of arsenic's possible health effects against the costs of removing arsenic from drinking water. The U.S. EPA continues to research the health effects of low levels of arsenic, which is a mineral known to cause cancer in humans at high concentrations and is linked to other health effects such as skin damage and circulatory problems. 5. Ifnitrate was detected above 5 ppm but below 10 ppm include the following: Nitrate in drinking water at levels above 10 ppm is a health risk for infants of less than six months of age. High nitrate levels in drinking water can cause blue baby syndrome. Nitrate levels may rise quickly for short periods of time because of rainfall or agricultural activity. Ifyou are caring for an infant, you should-ask for advice from your health care provider. 6. Forsupplies with lead service lines (or service lines ofunknown material), include the number oflead service lines, the number Water Quality Data ofservice lines ofunknown material, and the total number ofservice lines in the supply. The table below lists all the drinking water contaminants that we detected during the 2018 calendar year. The presence of these contaminants in the water does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. Unless otherwise noted, the data presented in this table is from testing done January 1 through December 31,2018. 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 the data is representative of the water quality, but some are more than one year old. Terms and abbreviations used below: 7. Although it is not required to list the number of total coliform-positive samples, the number ofE. coll-positive samples from the distribution system or raw wells must be included in the table. 8. Ifmonitoring requirements were not met, explain the violation such as: During the monitoring period from_____to_____ we did not take the required number of routine samples for [enter contaminant name]. This violation did not pose a threat to the quality of the drinking water. [FURTHER EXPLAIN WHAT HAPPENED, ACTIONS TAKEN TO REMEDY THE SITUATION, POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS, AND STEPS TAKEN TO PREVENT ANOTHER VIOLATION.] ' Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. • Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology. • Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level (MRDL): The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants. • Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal (MRDLG): The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contaminants. • Treatment Technique (TT): A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water. 9. Ifa Level 1 Assessment or a Level 2 Assessment was required, include the following, as appropriate: (A) During the past year we were required to conduct [INSERT NUMBER OF LEVEL 1 ASSESSMENTS] Level 1 Assessment(s). [INSERT NUMBER OF LEVEL 1 ASSESSMENTS] Level 1 Assessment(s) were completed. In addition, we were required to take [INSERT NUMBER OF CORRECTIVE ACTIONS] corrective actions and we completed [INSERT NUMBER OF CORRECTIVE ACTIONS] of these actions. (B) During the past year [INSERT NUMBER OF LEVEL 2 ASSESSMENTS] Level 2 Assessments were required to be completed for our water supply. [INSERT NUMBER OF LEVEL 2 ASSESSMENTS] Level 2 Assessments were completed. In addition, we were required to take [INSERT NUMBER OF CORRECTIVE ACTIONS] corrective actions and we completed [INSERT NUMBER OF CORRECTIVE ACTIONS] of these actions. 10. Ifa Level 1 Assessment or a Level 2 Assessment was required but not completed, or the identified sanitary defects were not corrected, include the following, as appropriate: • N/A Not applicable • ND: not detectable at testing limit • ppb: parts per billion or micrograms per liter * ppm: parts per million or milligrams per liter During the past year we failed to conduct all the required assessment(s). • Action Level (AU: The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements that a water system During the past year we failed to correct all identified defects that were found during the assessmenl must follow. 1 Monitoring Data for Regulated Contaminants Arsenic (ppb) MCL, TT, or MRDL MCLG or MRDL G Level Detect ed Rang e Year Sampl ed Violatio n Yes/ No Typical Source of Contaminant 10 0 3 2-3 2015 No Erosion of natural deposits; Runoff from orchards; Runoff from glass and electronics production wastes 11. If a Level 1 Assessment or a Level 2 Assessment was required that was not due to an E. coll MCL violation, include the following: Conforms are bacteria that are naturally present in the environment and are used as an indicator that other, potentially harmful, waterborne pathogens may be present or that a potential pathway exists through which contamination may enter the drinking water distribution system. We found coliforms, indicating the need to look for potential problems in water treatment of distribution. When this occurs, we are required to conduct assessments) to identify problems and to correct the problems that were found during these assessments. 12. Ifa Level 2 Assessment was required due to a E. coll MCL violation. Include the following: E. coli are bacteria whose presence indicates that the water may be contaminated with human or animal wastes. Human pathogens in these wastes can cause short-term effects such as diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other symptoms. They may pose a greater health risk for infants, young children, the elderly, and people with severely compromised immune systems. We found E. coli bacteria, indicating the need to look for potential problems in water treatment or distribution. When this occurs, we are required to conduct Barium (ppm) 2 2 .26 0.25­ 0.26 2015 No Discharge of drilling wastes; Discharge of metal refineries; Erosion of natural deposits Fluoride (ppm) 4 4 .11 0-.11 2018 No Erosion of natural deposits; Water additive which promotes strong teeth; Discharge from fertilizer and aluminum factories Sodium (ppm) N/A N/A 25 25-2 6 2018 No Erosion of natural deposits TTHM Total Trihalomethanes (ppb) 80 N/A 24.3 N/A 2018 No Byproduct of drinking water disinfection 2018 No Byproduct of drinking water disinfection (A) We had an E. coli-positive repeat sample following a total coliform-positive routine sample. No Water additive used to control microbes (B) We had a total coliform-positive repeat sample following an E. coli-positive routine sample. 2018 HAA5 Haloacetic Acids (PPb) 60 N/A 4 N/A Chlorine (ppm) 4 4 .9 2-1.1 N/A N/A N/A 2018 No Naturally present in the environment 0 0 N/A 2018 No Human and animal fecal waste Your Water Rang e of Resul ts Year Sampl ed Number of Sample Typical Source of Contaminant s Above AL Total Coliform (total number or % of positive samples/month) E. coli in the distribution system (positive samples) Inorganic Contaminant Subject to Action Levels (AL) See E. coli note Action Level MCLG Lead (ppb) 15 0 2 ppb 0 PPb4 PPb Copper (ppm) 1.3 1.3 1.4 ppm Opp m 1.9p pm 2018 0 Lead service lines, corrosion of household plumbing including fittings and fixtures; Erosion of natural deposits 2018 2 Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits assessment(s) to identify problems and to correct the problems that were found during these assessments. We were required to complete a Level 2 Assessment because we found E. coli in our water system. In addition, we were required to take [INSERT NUMBER OF CORRECTIVE ACTIONS] corrective actions and we completed [INSERT NUMBER OF CORRECTIVE ACTIONS] ofthese actions. 13. If E. coli was detected and the E. coli MCL was violated, include the following, as appropriate: (C) We failed to take all required repeat samples following an E. coli-positive routine sample. (D) We failed to test for E. coli when a repeat sample tests positive for total coliform. 14. Ifthe groundwater supply has any uncorrected significant deficiency, as designated by the DEQ, or fecal indicatorpositive source sample result during the year, include the following elements: ' (A) Nature of the significant deficiency or source of the fecal contamination, if known, and the date(s). (B) Whether the fecal contamination has been addressed and date addressed. (C) For unaddressed significant deficiencies and unaddressed fecal contamination, the approved plan and schedule for correction, including interim measures, and progress to date. (D) The potential health effects of the fecal indicator positive source sample. �Page 10 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, June 29,2019 Barry County gets an A+ from its auditor “In other words, you guys have already set aside more than enough to cover your retiree health care benefits. That’s veiy unique. It’s just a sign of ... very stable and prudent financial manage- Rebecca Pierce Editor Joe Verlin, a principal of Gabridge & Company, audit­ ing Barry County for the first time this year, used words like “clean, consistent, pru­ dent, stable” to describe 2018 Audited Financial Statements. The county’s total net position was $42.8 million on Dec. 31, 2018, Verlin said. That figure theoretical­ ly means that - if all assets were sold and liabilities were paid off - that would be the amount that was left over. Auditors like to see that number trending up, he said. And that’s exactly what it did for the county, representing a $460/100 increase over the course of the year. Verlin noted that the coun­ ty had a healthy increase over 2018: Cash in exceeded cash out by about $540,000 last year. Also, the total long-term debt decreased by about $1.5 million during 2018. A look at the changes in the net pension liability and how well funded the county is in covering that shows the following: To cover a total liability of $54.2 million, the county has set aside $38.7 Business Services GUTTER LEAF GUARD: We Install several styles of leaf protection for your gutter & downspout system, one for ev­ ery problem & budget. Before you sign a high priced con­ tract with the big dty firms, get a price from us. We've served this area since 1959. 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GRANT, continued from page 7 development,” Barry Conservation District Executive Director Sarah Nelson said. “As the name indicates, the banks on this portion of the creek are extremely high and therefore especially vul­ nerable to erosion,” Nelson said. “Keeping this property undeveloped helps to safe­ guard against the possibility of excessive stormwater run­ off that can cause soil from the banks to fall into the creek, damaging the ecology as well as the water quality of the creek and the Thomapple River system.” The property not only comprises High Bank Creek, but also a diverse topography that includes wetlands and restored prairie. Conserving the high-quality oak-hickory forest through which the High Bank Creek flows also means protecting the trees that help keep the river tem­ perature down by providing shade. With the lower water temperature, the creek becomes a more viable habi­ tat for native aquatic species. Ter Louw said he hopes to get the easement done this year or early next year. Over the past two years, SWMLC has helped con­ serve more than 5,107 acres in Barry County. This brings the total amount of land con­ served by SWMLC to 15,769 acres, which equates for more than 24 square miles. EQUIPMENT, continued from page 1 Rita Miller echoed that. “It’s up to her, but it seems like it would be a heck of a Joe Verlin, of Gabridge & Co, gave Barry County "an lot easier to do that,” Owens unmodified Opinion” in its financial statement for 2018. said. “All of this is a pain.” Shirley Harmon said she That’s the highest level of opinion an auditor can pro­ has asked other people to fill vide. (Photo by Rebecca Pierce) the post, “but they’ve all said million has been set aside. ence, Verlin pointed out, no.” Owens said they would That’s a $ 155 million differ- which means the county is continue the conversation at 71.4 percent funded. “A lot of counties struggle next month’s meeting. Recreation During Fire Chief Jeff to be north of 60 percent,” he Wetzel’s monthly report, he SUMMER SPLASH!! AD­ said. VENTURE Awaits Camp­ The county has consistent­ asked the township to look ground Camping—full hook­ ly been paying more than the into listing Nashville Fire up or water and electric only. minimum amount. Anywhere Department as secondary Swimming, fishing, water first responders to slide, kid's playground, beach, from $500,000 up to $2.25 Vermontville Township. He volleyball court, diving plat­ million is recommended. Verlin attributed this prac­ said it would save time when form, water bull riding. 50 tice to prudence on the part mile Paul Henry Thomapple Trail starts here for hiking and of the county to ensure that biking. River tubing on the enough resources are being Thornapple River 2-3 hours. put aside. Beach Party Pavilion, Camp Then he arrived at the total Store, Recreation Center rent­ OPEB (Other Post­ al. Come have fun with us! Employment Benefits) liabil­ 3266 N. Ionia Rd, Sycamore Lane, Vermontville, MI 49096. ity, just under $1.1 million, In the past week, Eaton which the county has total Phone 919-249-8712. County Sheriff’s Deputies assets of $1.47 million to have responded to 42 alarms, cover. Help Wanted 15 car accidents, 44 citizen This means the county has INDUSTRIAL CLEANING: a net OPEB asset of assists, 22 well-being checks, 13 domestic disputes, 20 Full or Part-time employment $380,000, a remarkable for self-motivated individual. shoplifting complaints, 30 Monday thru Friday starting amount. larcenies, seven assaults, 13 Verlin said he audits a at 4:30pm. Apply in person operating while impaired, to Quality Hardwoods, Inc., dozen counties. “You guys ys seven personal injury crash396 Main St., Sunfield, ML are very rare,” he said. “I es, 28 property damage No phone calls please. Candi­ don’t have any other clients dates must submit to and pass that have a net OPEB (Other crashes, 51 suspicious situa­ a pre-employment drug test. Post-Employment Benefits) tions, 67 traffic hazards, 173 traffic stops, two vacation Quality Hardwoods supports asset. checks and 45 traffic viola­ a drug-free workplace. tions. Overall, deputies respondd to 935 calls for service and events. Next week is July 4. While it’s a day to celebrate our nation’s independence, the be installed in the opera house to make the building more handicapped accessi­ ble. The lift, which will cost about $49,000, has already been approved for purchase by the township. In other action, the board voted 4-0 to explore the pur­ chase of new breathing units for the fire department. During public comment, Vermontville Township resi­ dent Larry Gay raised con­ cents about township offi­ cials and the handling of his tax payments. Owens said he was still reviewing the mat­ ter. NEWS FROM THE EATON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE NOW SERVING NASHVILLE & VERMONTVILLE responders from the Eaton County area are not avail­ able. Wetzel explained that the next closest department was Benton Harbor, which took 18 minutes the last time they were called to the Vermontville area. Nashville is five minutes from Vermontville. The board was informed that it must construct a 6-foot closed fence behind the fire bam due to privacy concerns from the property owner directly south ofthe building. Trustee Gary Goris said he will get bids for the work. Also, the township dis­ cussed the lift that is going to Fiber - Voice - Data holiday brings out many fire­ works displays held in com­ munities and possibly our own backyards. If you are planning to have your own celebration, please remember the following fireworks safe­ ty tips you should use and teach to your kids: Fireworks packaged in brown paper are made for professional displays — avoid buying. Always have an adult supervise fireworks activi­ ties, especially with spar­ kiers. Back up to a safe distance immediately after lighting fireworks. Never point or throw fire­ works at another person. Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy in case of fire and to douse used fire­ works before discarding in trash. Never allow young chil­ dren to play or ignite fire­ works. Never carry fireworks in a pocket or shoot them off in metal or glass containers. Never try to re-light or pickup fireworks that have not ignited fully. Never place a part of your body directly over a firework device when lighting. Make sure fireworks are legal in your area before buy­ ing or using them. Maple Valley Schools is accepting bids on two used vehicles which are described as follows: 2000 International Chassis Model 72 passenger bus - diesel - automatic trans. - 198,522 miles 2002 International Chassis Model 77 passenger Bus — diesel — automatic trans. — 204,722 miles ®MI mcti Bids will be received until 12:00 noon, on July 8,2019. All bids are to be clearly marked Vehicle bid and sent to Call Today: 517-852-7^^S Katherine Bertolini, Superintendent of Schools, Maple Valley Schools, 11014 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096 The board will act upon the bids at their scheduled regular meeting to be held Monday, July 8,2019. The board reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and is not bound to accept the low bid. Vehicles may be inspected at our bus garage by contacting Pat Powers at 517-852-9421 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 29,2019 — Page 11 Lake Odessa Fair continues through Sunday £s%S: JsrS ’MiSNkl SS S *S C!‘>»Sb lb S *S$ S The carnival continues to bring kids out to the fair. (Photos by Breaking Bread Photography). 'S * 22^N‘HU 2N £?% £?% * #W»M ® ^Ria •M t fan 11HEM M I3P3- IsflWlW oil* ijfflista ro ■ fsEhifc® •\jj[ fTlfc if on mi Ijjjjdtjxai jiMajfc’*11 gi । risiri^1 rir Hunter Dood Staff Writer The Lake Odessa Fair comes to an end tomorrow, Sunday, June 30, after five days of festivities. The mud run Sunday, June 23, unofficially started the fair. The official beginning was Wednesday’s grand parade where all participants received ribbons. Thursday began with the dairy show and finished with dodgeball. Results from the mud run and Thursday and Friday’s events were provided by fair board member Maddie King. Winners in the mud run were Puddle Jumpers, Cole Goodemoot; Kids Mud Run Fun Run, Ben Haakenson; recreational race, Bryson Boucher. Winners in the dairy show were dairy feeder class, Scarlett Gringe; dairy feed overall, Dora Rutgers; show­ manship, Jolene Smith; and supreme cow, shown by Joy Doezema. The dodgeball tournament was divided into four age groups: pee-wee (8 years old and under), kids (9-12), youth (13-17) and adult (13 and up). Winners of the pee­ wee group was team Heavy Hitters featuring Beau Brearley, Mason Brummette, Max Spitzley, Trey Shellenberger and James Schlottman. Team Tweedie Dee/ Tweedie Dumb plus the Other Two with Kade Boucher, Kora Boucher, Trevor Hodges, Seth Woods and Carson Barber won the kids group. The youth group was won by team Men with Hats, which included Nathan Willette, Bradyn Rairigh, Misa Mendez, Walker Khifman, Christopher Blair and Gavin Willette. Team CFE led by Ashton King, Pat Finn, Nick Boucher, Michael Heisler and Chad Coulson won the adult group. Winners from Friday’s livestock show were breed­ ing heifer, Lillian Decker; market beef, Justin Stoll; beef showmanship first year, Anna Dahms, junior class, Justin Stoll, senior class, Sadie Brearley; market sheep, Claire Benham; breeding sheep, Lillian Decker; sheep showmanship first year, Mylee Reed, junior class, Lillian Schut, senor class, Lillian Decker; goat grand champion, Lillian Decker; goat showmanship first year, Kenzie Everett, junior class Kealyn Mebert, senior class, Lillian Decker. Sunday’s schedule will include the adult four-onfour sand volleyball tourna­ ment at 9 a.m. The midway opens up at noon and the beer bam opens at 1 p.m. A princess tea party for all young princesses starts at 1 p.m. at the Fred Morris Building. There will be tea, cookies, music, hair braiding and manicures. TLG music live will begin at 2 p.m. in the beer bam, and bingo starts at 3 p.m. in the beer bam. Each bingo Claire Haskin, (from left) Cole Goodemoot and Quorbyn Michaels pose with their Puddle Jumper medals. card costs $1. The winner of bingo will receive the entire pot. The grandstand offers a Night of Destruction with the demolition derby at 6 p.m. Admission at the gate is $10 for adults, $8 for children and free for kids 5 and under. Fireworks are set to wrap the fair festivities up follow­ ing the derby, weather per­ mitting. jiflfijiji’?1 Most local communities follow state fireworks law ? fa*1#* a !>* * J!>* 0„a" „a" „ While Barry County fol­ lows Michigan law on when fireworks are legal, many municipalities may expand or alter when fireworks are allowed. Michigan law allows fire­ works only during certain days, and only until 11:45 p.m. Days include the Saturday and Sunday before Memorial Day, June 29 through July 4, July 5, but only if it is a Friday or Saturday; and the Saturday and Sunday before Labor Day. The state law imposes a fine of $ 1,000 for each viola­ tion. In Hastings, fireworks are allowed the day preceding, the day of and day after a national holiday. Fireworks are banned from midnight to 8 a.m. on those days, except New Year’s Day, when fire­ works are allowed until 1 a.m. Lake Odessa follows the same days as Hastings, but bans them from 1 to 8 a.m. The Village of Nashville directly follows the state law. Fireworks to light up sky next week The Fourth of July is Thursday, but local organiza­ tions are scheduled to launch fireworks Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday eve­ nings. The first major fireworks display will be that evening, July 3, as well, as the Algonquin Lake Community Association lights up the sky around 10 p.m. Fireworks will be launched from an island within the lake and can be seen from many streets and roads in the area. Fireworks, music and more are planned in Middleville the AYSO soccer field near the middle school Thursday, beginning at 6 p.m., coordinated by the Middleville Lions Club. The fireworks show for Barlow Lake near Middleville is set to begin at 10:15 p.m. Saturday, July 6 on the YMCA Camp beach. Nearby, the Gun Lake fire­ works will start at 10:20 p.m. July 6, at the Gun Lake State Park; a state Recreation Passport is required. The make-up date is Sunday, July 7. The fireworks are provid­ ed by the Gun Lake Protective Association. Middleville allows for fireworks only on national holidays, and prohibits them from 1 to 8 a.m. In Caledonia, fireworks are only allowed by permit, the application for which must be submitted at least 30 days in advance. Fireworks fall under Vermontville’s noise ordi­ nance, which allows them only with a permit issued by the village council. In municipalities where no ordinance is in place, the state law is followed. POLICE BEAT Vehicle burns in downtown Nashville Firefighters and police were called to a vehicle fire in the 300 block of North Main Street in Nashville at 4:37 pm. June 22. A 65-year-old man said his utility van was parked next to the Thomapple River and he decided to move it because the river water was getting too high. The man said the van would not start, so he tried to pull it with a chain, and when he looked back it started smoking and caught fire. Firefighters extinguished the fire, and no injuries were reported. Makeshift explosive disposed of by police A 54-year-old Nashville man called police at 6:57 p.m. June 21 to report a suspicious item that looked like a bomb at Camp Thomapple. The man said a trailer in the camp had recently been sold, and the device was found while the trailer was being cleaned. The item was a tin coffee cup with a battery taped to it, inside were dark particles consistent with gun powder. An officer removed the battery and disposed of the item. �Page 12 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, June 29,2019 Basketball camp builds skills in young Lions Middle school boys go for the rebound during the Kevin Rost Basketball Camp at the Maple Valley High School Wednesday. The two-week camp trained 97 kids from young fives to eighth grade in basic and advanced drills to improve their fundamental skills. (Photos by Taylor Owens) Porter Bryson practices dribbling with guidance from high school basketball players. 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State Street, Suite 3 Hastings, Ml 49058 269.945.0922 Spectrum Health Pennock Family Medicine - Middleville 490 Edward Street Middleville, Ml 49333 269.795.4434 SPECTRUM HEALTH Pennock ccepting new patients | Expanded hours | findadoctor.spectrumhealth.org � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-07-06.pdf 7d722b7314b196fe46c99dbca053cbda PDF Text Text Hastings Public Library 227 E State Street Hastings Ml 49058 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N M-43 Highway. Hastings. Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 27. July 6. 2019 Eaton County Fair is next week No power, no problem During a power outage Sanctus Real lead singer Dustin Lolh jumped off the stage and sang with the crowd using his acoustic guitar. (Photo by Brittany Snook Photography) See Inside for story and more photos. FFA student Kyleigh Scott washes her pig Taylor Owens Staff Writer Maple Valley FFA students arc raising pigs and cows to show and sell at the Eaton County Fair next week. “I enjoy it. helping the ani­ mals grow and getting to work with them.” Kyleigh Scott said. Raising pigs can occasion­ ally be a dirty job. she said. That's not something every­ one might want to do. Scott added, hut she Finds it fun Kerk Kicnutskc said rais­ ing animals for the fair is a way to learn responsibility. "I do it because you get to meet a lot of people," Kicnutskc said. He is saving up the money he gets from selling his cow for a vehicle, and Scott said she will be saving her money for nxini and board at college. The FFA students have been raising their pigs since April, and the calves since January. The students arc responsi­ ble for feeding the animals, working with them and keep­ ing them clean and healthy. See FAIR, page 4 Toddler and pregnant woman involved in high-speed chase A park by another name Work on the new archway at Central Park, soon to be renamed Parady Park, is nearing completion. Jeff Bowen of Bowen Masonry is pictured working on the pillars at the base of the arch Wednesday. Bowen said he would be removing his wooden frames from the masonry to finish up work Fnday. The metal sign was made by Hurless Hurless Machine Machine Shop Shop in in Hastings. Hastings. Parady, a soldier who aided in the capture of John Wilkes Booth, became a resident of Nashville. The park will be renamed after him during a ceremony to take place during the Nashville Sesquicentennial Celebration Aug. 2-4. (Photo by Taylor Owens) A woman, age not given, called police at 7:46 p.m. June 29 to report a reckless driver on East M-79 near M-66 Highway. The woman said the vehicle was crossing the center line, nearly hit sev­ eral oncoming vehicles, and was veering off the road. The officer caught up to the vehi­ cle at an intersection on Lawrence Road and saw the vehicle crossing the center line. When the officer turned to follow the vehicle, the driver sped up. The officer activated lights and sirens, and the suspect continued to flee at speeds up to 90 mph. During the chase, an unknown item was thrown from the passenger window. Einvtoentduraivlleyw thaey veinhicthlee tu7rn0e0d0 block of North Avenue in Bedford Township. The officer took the driver, a 28-yearoM Delton man. into custody. The passenger was a 34-yearold Delton woman who said she was six months pregnant. The officer also saw a 3-yearold child in the back seat. The man said he fled because he believed he had an out­ standing warrant. The officer found the man did not have a warrant, but did have a sus­ pended license. An open beer can was in the cupholder. The woman said the man had smoked marijuana earlier and was trying to buy meth. She also admitted she knew he had a suspended license, and said the man told her he was fleeing because he was intoxicated. She claimed the item that flew out of the pas­ senger side window was a pack of cigarettes the man accidentally dropped out the window. The officer told the man he was being charged with child endangerment, driving with open intoxi­ cants. driving with a sus­ pended license, fleeing and eluding police, in addition to other possible charges. The man was upset with the charge of child endanger­ ment. because he claimed no one was at risk during the chase. In This Issue • Putnam welcomes NASA volunteer • Vacations, hypnotists, senior trips and daylight savings time... • Exotic animals draw people to library program • Antique iron celebrated Charlton Park next weekend • School calendar released �Page 2 — Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, July 6,2019 B. Bus offering rewards for reading The B. Bus is rolling along in its second year, connecting books and young readers throughout the county. The school bus-turned mobile library is jointly owned by the YMCA of Barry County and operated jointly by the Y, Delton Kellogg, Hastings, Thomapple Kellogg and Maple Valley schools, along with Thornapple Credit Union and Hastings Public Library. The B. Bus is visiting neighborhoods throughout the county on specific week days during the summer, weather permitting, through Aug. 16. Participants can check out books, listen to stories and engage in activities, free of charge. The B. Bus offers books for infants through adults. Books in Spanish, infant through adult, also are available. Not only do youngsters avoid the “summer slide,” a proven setback in learning over the summer, they can read their way to rewards. May-Cee Tait (front) and Jenna Walters, from The B. Bucks Rewards Middleville, are “B. Keepers” this year on the Barry programs offer a way to earn items such as Frisbees, sports County YMCA’s B. Bus. In 12 days, 1,200 books were balls, jump ropes, pencils, checked out from the mobile library, which has 22 stops water bottles, coffee mugs this summer. The B. Bus is shown here at the YMCA and more. Teens and adults Camp Algonquin parking lot at the conclusion of its also can earn and redeem B. rounds. (Photo by Rebecca Pierce) Bucks. Participants who earn 10 a.m. - Bob King Park/ Kellogg Elementary playground Worker Bee status can trade Tangletown, Hastings I: 30 p.m. - Prairieville in for rewards such as Dairy 11:30 a.m. - Southeastern Queen Blizzard coupons, Elementary, Hastings 3 p.m. - Orangeville I: 30 p.m. Meadow Fridays T-shirts, an evening campout (top 20 readers from each Stone Mobile Home Park, Public welcome to attend district), and a school Hastings day care stops, but may not supplies package. 3 p.m. - Baltimore enter the buildings. The weekly schedule Terrace Mobile Home Park, 9 a.m. - Hastings CERC includes: Hastings Daycare Wednesdays 10:15 am. - Education Mondays 10 a.m. - Vermontville Station, Hastings 10 a.m. — Village of Pavilion I1: 30 am. - Education Freeport I1: 30 a.m. Putnam Station, Middle ville/Misty 11:30 a.m. - Cider Mills Park, Nashville Ridge Mobile Home Park I: 30 p.m. — Thomapple 1: 30 pm. - Towne Center 1:30 p.m. - Calvin Hill Lake Estates Mobile Home Apartments, Middleville Park, Middleville Park 2: 15 pm. - day care at 3 p.m. - Yankee Meadows 3 p.m. — Central Lee Elementary, Middleville Springs Mobile Home Park Elementary, Hastings The bus will not operate Tuesdays Thursdays during inclement weather. 9 a.m. Northeastern 10 a.m. - Hickory The Facebook page @B. Elementary (quick stop), Comers BusLibrary will post weatherHastings I1: 30 a.m. Delton related cancellations. Blood drive here Thursday American Red Cross offi­ cials are uiging donors of all blood types to give now to help prevent delays in medi­ cal care this summer. The next local drive will be in Nashville Thursday, July 11, from noon to 5:45 pm. at Grace Community Church, 8950 East M-79. Anyone 18 years or older who weighs a minimum of 110 pounds, is in reasonably good health and has not donated blood in the past 56 days is eligible. Appointments can be made to donate blood by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767). PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, Putnam welcomes NASA volunteer Putnam District Library has kept busy this summer with various programs cen­ tered on the summer reading theme “A Universe of Stories.” Each week, the library has focused on differ­ ent space topics Monday mornings and Thursday afternoons .g With the guidance of Sydney Khouri, the children have learned about stars, constellations and the sun. Each program starts with a story, and then incor­ porates some type of fun hands-on activity. When learning about constellations, the children used pretzels and marshmallows to create one of the constellations identified in the sky. Understanding how the Earth and Moon orbit around the sun required a human diorama. Along with weekly kids programming, the library also offered a space-themed event for adults. Participants painted galaxies onto fabric tote tote bags, bags, following following a YouTube tutorial. The images on the bags represented each person’s interpretation of what a galaxy would look like. The library has much more in store for PDL patrons in July. Next week, kids will learn about the moon from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. July 8, and from 6-7 pan. on July 11. Jason Blaschka, an educa­ tion volunteer from the NASA Solar System Ambassadors Program, will visit the library July 11. Blaschka will bring a moon scope for kids to use in order to see a clearer, close-up image of the moon and answer any questions kids might have about the moon or space in general. Along with the weekly kids programs, the library will also host a teen event from 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, July 10. At Painting the Night Sky, teens can use glow in the dark paint on black can­ vas and create a galactic mas­ terpiece, by following a tuto­ rial or using their own imag­ ination. Supplies are provid­ ed for this event, but RSVP is required, by stopping into the library or calling 517-852­ 9723. To finish off the super space-themed week, Darcie Kelly will have Read With Me Storytime at 11 a.m. Friday July 12. Children up to preschool age can leant about the stars with a story and activity which will engage their literacy skills. If a visitor has any ques­ tions about the events sched­ uled above, they can contact the library at 517-852-9723 or email Sydney Khouri, the Assistant Director of Programming, at skhouri@ putnamlib.org. Darren Carpenter works alongside his mom, Holly Carpenter, on recreating the constellation Cygnus using pretzels and marshmallows. Maple Valley News Published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com •Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com handicap, familial status, national origin, age or marital 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 viola­ tion 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 Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & CEO ____________________Hank Schuuring * cfo_____________ • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. Chris Silverman csilverman@j-adgraphics.com 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone num­ ber for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. • NEWSROOM • Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com 207 N. Main St. • 517.852.0313 Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, July 6,2019 — Page 3 Bellevue schools welcoming new superintendent, principal Tl?e ®elle,vue Community Board of Education invites the public to welcome its new superintendent and elementary principal at a reception from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 15, in the Elementary Commons Area. Katherin Mohney, the new superintendent, has been in education for more than 18 years. She started her career in the Lakeview School District as a teacher, went on to become an elementary principal with barru County Battle Creek Public Schools, then before joining the Bronco family, she was the associate director of the MI Excel Statewide Field Team. Mohney and her husband of 28 years, Don, have three children, Taylor, Dakota and Preston, and a soon-to-be son-in-law, Jonathan Gyo. Mohney is driven by her passion to ensure each student is successful. Knowing that a strong education will provide more options for a quality life beyond high school, she said she is committed to doing whatever it takes to lead the Bellevue school district both academically and nonacademically by providing clear, consistent c o mm un i c ati o n , strengthening relationships and developing a cohesive and rigorous K-12 core curriculum. Jheri Wilson is beginning her second year in Bellevue Community Schools and her 14th year in education. Last Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, July 8 Broccoli stuffed chicken, mashed red potatoes, peas, apple. Tuesday, July 9 Baked cod, brown rice pilaf, Rosemary red potatoes, baby Brussels sprouts, sliced peaches. Wednesday, July 10 Baked potato bar, broccoli Cheddar soup, tossed salad, crackers, banana. Thursday, July 11 Fiesta lime chicken, brown cilantro rice, cauliflower, spinach salad, grapes. Friday, July 12 Burrito bake, tossed salad, fiesta com, orange. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, July 8 Sliced turkey & Swiss cheese, sandwich thin, potato salad, Mandarin oranges. Tuesday, July 9 Cheese cubes, club crackers, garbanzo bean salad, citrus sections. Wednesday, July 10 Local Church Schedule Chicken Caesar salad, Italian pasta salad, pineapple, lemon square. Thursday, July 11 Cinnamon bagel, cream cheese, vanilla Greek yogurt, blueberries, vegetable juice. Friday, July 12 Chef salad, macaroni salad, fruited jello, vanilla wafers. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, July 8 Broccoli stuffed chicken, mashed red potatoes, peas, orange. Tuesday, July 9 Baked cod, brown rice pilaf, Rosemary red potatoes, baby Brussels sprouts. Wednesday, July 10 Beef & cheese burrito, fiesta com, broccoli, apple. Thursday, July 11 Fiesta lime chicken, brown cilantro rice, cauliflower, diced carrots, diced peaches. Friday, July 12 Goulash, peas, com, banana. Activities Calendar Monday, July 8 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Tech Monday appt. 9 a.m.; Painting Group 1 p.m. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m.; BP checks. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. H.WJ4 - Reminiscence. Tuesday, July 9 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; BP Check 10:30 a.m.; Train Your Brain 1 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 10 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Legal Aid 10:30 a.m.noon; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Parkinson’s Support 5 pjn. Woodland/Nashville: BP Checks. Woodland: Card Games. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Thursday, July 11 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 ajn.; Music w/Celia 10:30 a.m.; Sr. Zumba 5:30 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.; TV Time Delton: Walking 11 ajn.-l p.m. Puzzles/Trivia Friday, July 12 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 9:30 a.m.; Iron Rails 10:30 a.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship...................................... 11 .Evening Worship....................................... 6 .Wednesday Family Night Service............................. 6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 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. BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) (Nursery Provided) FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville,-Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 10: 00 a.m........................... Church Sendee 11: 00a.m..................................... Fellowship Wo matter who you are, or where you are on life'sjourney, you are welcome here.' Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (269) 963-7710 REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR PASTOR PEGGY BAKER 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. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St, Nashville Sunday School............................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship............ P.M. Worship............ ........ 11 ......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship....................................................... 7 PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Sendee, 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 July 7 July 7 July 8 Western Michigan July 11 University in Kalamazoo has July 13 released its dean’s list for the spring semester, and it July 13 includes several local stu­-July 13 dents. To be eligible, undergradu- July 13 ate students must complete at least 12 credit hours of work July 14 for which they earn a grade July 14 point average of 3.50 or high­ July 14 er for the semester. July 14 Local students named to the dean’s list include: July 15 Bellevue - Jackson Maduri, July 15 Alaric Solovey, Haley Swain. July 15 Charlotte Charlotte — Jeannette Baars, Kylie Falk, Cooper July 15 Frost, Cydne Johnson, Jared July 16 Klann, Charlotte Koeppen, July 16 Peyton Smith, Hannah July 17 Vanderstelt, Jonah Wojnar, July 17 Cameron Youngs, Sebastian July 17 Youngs. July 17 Dowling — Madison July 18 Charlton, Hannah Miller. July 18 Hastings - Shayna Brooks, Alleyna Davis, Christopher July 18 Doxtader, Myles Eldred, July 18 Zlatko Granzow, Evan Hart, July 19 Kayla Loew, Alex McMahon,, July 20 Emerald O’Brien, Braxton July 20 Prill, Karson Schaechterle, Samantha Schullo, Mckenzie July 20 Teske, Mikayla Warner. July 21 Nashville - Nicole Peters. 803 Reed St, Nashville Sunday School................................ 110 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.............................................. 11 Evening Worship........................................ 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting...................................7 p.m. Phone: (517) 543-5488 Barry County Extension Calendar of Events on WMU dean’s list GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service.....................................11 a.m. P.M. Sendee................................................ 6 Wed. Sendee 7p PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE Located on the comer of State and Washington streets 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: ........................... 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ..................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship........................... 830 a.m We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. (1/2 mile East ol M-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-588-8415 Sunday School ............. 10 A.M. Sendee... ........ 11:15 P.M. Service... ............... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PASTOR KAREN KINNEY 517-852-2043 Worship......................................... 9:15 a.m. 8593 Cloverdale Road Rabbit Bam Set-up, 2 pjn., Expo center Poultry Bam Set-up, 2 p.m., Expo Center Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Non-livestock Judging Day, 9 a.m.-l:30 pjn., Expo Center Beef Bam Youth Dog Judging, 9 a.m., Expo Center Youth Rocket Launch, 1:30 pin., Expo Center Horse Arena Youth Communications Judging, 6 pjn., Expo Community Tent Cavy Judging, 8 a.m., Expo Show Arena Rabbit Judging, 9 a.m., Expo Show Arena Poultry Judging, 9 a.m., Expo Show Arena 4-H Youth Talent Show, Expo Community Tent Youth Goat Judging, 8 a.m., Show Bam Horse Judging, 8 a.m., Horse Arena Youth Food Competition, 10 a.m., Community Tent Youth Sheep Judging, 5 p.m., Show Arena Horse Judging, 8 a.m., Horse Arena Youth Swine Judging, 9 a.m., Show Arena Horse Judging, 8 a.m., Horse Arena Youth Beef Judging, 9 a.m., Show Arena Youth Cat Judging, 9 a.m., Community Tent Youth Dog Agility, 6:30 p.m., Show Arena Youth Dairy Judging, 8 a.m., Show Arena Young Clover Horse Judging, 10 a.m., Horse Arena Small Livestock sale, 5:30 p.m., Show Arena Team Horse Competition, 6 p.m., Horse Arena Large Livestock Sale, 9 a.m., Show Arena Show of Champions, 8:30 a.m., Show Arena Young Clover Dairy Program, following Show of Champions, Show Arena Livestock Fashion Show, 3 p.m., Show Arena Removal ofNon-Livestock Projects, 8 a.m. to 1 pjn., Youth Building Worship Sendee......................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School........................... 11:00 a.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH relationships is the key to learning and growing, and she looks forward to continuing to build this culture in Bellevue Community Schools. Wilson and her husband, Noah, live in Battle Creek with their two boys, Burk and Lloyd. When she is not at school, she enjoys spending time with her family, fishing, camping and being outdoors. MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS students CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Wilson grew up in Ortonville and received her bachelor of science in education from Central Michigan University. She obtained her master’s degree from Walden University in curriculum, instruction and assessment and is currently working toward earning her Michigan School Administrator Certificate. Wilson said she believes that building positive Several local ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH Church Service........................ ....... 9 a.m. Sunday School......................... .10:30 a.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES year, she served as the assistant principal of the elementary school and will be the elementary school’s new principal. She previously spent 12 years in the school district of Lee County, Florida, where she was a middle school science teacher, soccer coach, testing coordinator, teacher leader and instructional coach. . . . Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West .Worship....................................... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass........................... .930 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville Sunday School............... ........ 9:45a Worship Senrice............. ............ 11 a Sunday Evening Senrice ..... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service... 630 p.m. AWANA............................ 630-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10.00 a.m. PASTOR RICH MITTERLING 517-231-3434 �Page 4 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, July 6,2019 FAIR, continued from page 1 FFA Adviser Aaron Saari helps trim the tricky parts of Kenzie Thomas’s (center) cow, while Kyleigh Scott watches. Lilly Miller takes her pig for a walk outside the agriculture barn near the high school. (Photos by Taylor Owens) Crowds gather to watch the swine show at the 2018 Eaton County Fair. Everything they’ve done over those months will come down to minutes in the ring when they show at the fair next week. FFA Adviser Aaron Saari said it’s been a rough year for cows due to several diseases in the area. Though feed pric­ es have stayed steady so far, Saari said he anticipates that feed prices will be going up next year due to the rain affecting this year’s crops. Maple Valley students can be seen showing first thing Monday at the fair • The swine show will start at 8:30 a.m. and go into the afternoon. Also, FFA student Derrek Humble will be showing goats at 9 a.m. Monday. • The dairy market and feeder show is planned for 9 a.m. Tuesday, with beef and cattle at 4:30 p.m. • Dairy cattle are slated for showing at 9 a.m. Wednesday. • The large animal live­ stock sale, including pigs, cattle and sheep, will start at 10 a.m. Thursday. Kerk Kienutske washes his cow on a hot Tuesday afternoon before trimming its fur. • FFA Chapter President Josey Terpening will be showing a horse throughout the week. More information, including a schedule and prices for events is available at eaton countyfair.com. Fair week brings fun, opportunities to Lake Odessa Hunter Dood Staff Writer The Lake Odessa Fair rolled through last week. The fair began with the annual grand parade Wednesday, June 26, launch­ ing five days of carnival prides and games, grandstand events, open youth shows, volleyball, dodgeball, music and other activities. The Night of Destruction demolition derby concluded . the fair Sunday, June 30, fol­ lowed by fireworks. “Our fair board is proud to give this fun-filled five days I to Lake Odessa, and we | absolutely could not do that Iwithout theJ help of volun* teers and our many generous sponsors,” fair board mem­ ber Maddie King said. “The fair wouldn’t be pos­ sible without the volunteer help,” fair board member Rachel Haskin added. Results from the week­ end’s events were provided by King. Winners in the horse show were English equitation walk trot, Addyson Lepien; English equitation 9-14 years old, Brianna Huisman; Vickers; reserve in show hole tournament. The com­ English equitation 15-19 cavy, Kallie Taylor; top hop- petitive division was won by years old, Riley Tanner, per, Stephanie Vickers; Team Downriver and the showmanship first year, junior rabbit showman, social division was won by Addyson Lepien; showman­ Casey Porterfield; intermedi­ Team Your Mom. ship 9-14 years old, Kate ate rabbit showman, Emma The demolition derby Strachan; showmanship Vandenberg; senior rabbit again brought excitement to 15-19 years old, Zoe showman, Stephanie Vickers; Guliford, trail walk trot, intermediate cavy showman, Addyson Lepien; trail 9-14 Kallie Taylor; senior cavy years old, Taylor Wetherbee; ; showman ,|}tephanie Vickers; trail 15-19 years old, Shelby and top shpwman representLika, western showmanship ing the Lake Odessa Fair at walk trot, Reagan Guildford; the state championship at Western showmanship 9-14 Michigan State University in an rves years old, Brianna Huisman; November, November, Casey Casey Porterfield Porterfield Western showmanship 15-19 (rabbits) and Stephanie years old, Riley Taylor, hal- Vickers ckers (cavies). (cavies). ter, Madison Guilford. The adult sand volleyball Friday night offered SJO tournament took place Productions Motocross in the Saturday and brought out a grandstands. The field north competitive edge in all those An officer responded to a of the grandstands was full involved. Winners of the vehicle in the ditch on Fuller of dirt bikes and quads. The tournament were Kasey Street near School Street in fair saw 35 heats hit the Stehouwer, Sami White, Nashville at 12:06 a.m. June track. The competitors varied Mark Vanderwal and Mark 30. The 64-year-old Marshall from novice to veteran riders Rowe. Rowe. driver said he was mixed up and had 50cc all the way up The adult sand volleyball by the detour from the bridge 250cc dirt bikes. tournament Sunday was won reconstruction, reconsrucon,an and attemptaempSaturday opened with the by Logan Blough, Mia ed to turn around in a driverabbit show. Winners includ­ Parker, Mikaela Vandenberg way when he accidentally ed: Best in show, Logan and Dei van Prince.. - drove into the ditch and Brinks; reserve in show, The fair partnered with the became stuck. His vehicle Stephanie Vickers; best in Michigan Cornhole matched the description of a cavy, show Stephanie Association to host the com- the grandstands. Winners from the derby were big car, Jason Berube; stock off-road, Corey Kidder; demo derby, Josh Kauffman of Lake Odessa; modified front­ wheel drive off-road, Ben White. “We are already planning many changes for the 2020 Lake Odessa Fair to make this event something com­ munity really comes together for,” Haskin said. POLICE BEAT into ditch while under the influence complaint from less than an hour and a half earlier of a reckless driver. He had a BAC of .212 and was arrest­ ed. Roommates fight over TV and tattoo equipment A 31-year-old man called police at 8:42 am. June 20 to report that his former room­ mate had stolen items from his apartment in the 200 block ofNorth Main Street in Nashville. The man claimed his roommate took a televi­ sion and TV stand. The roommate, 28, told the offi­ cer that the items he took, including the TV, the stand, a table, bed and Lynyrd Skynyrd flag, all belonged to him. The roommate also said he was missing $800 worth of his own tattoo equipment. The complainant told the officer he had the room­ mate’s equipment and was not giving it back because the roommate had left the equipment at his apartment for 30 days. The officer for­ warded the report to the pros­ ecutor’s office. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, July 6,2019 — Page 5 Sandyland hears ‘the Word Sanctus Real lead singer Dustin Lolli performs at Sandyland Friday June 28. (Photo by Kimberly Wilkes) Taylor Owens you really were then.” Guernsey, along with her Staff Writer Around 400 people sang fellow Nashville Baptist Cyle along with the Christian Church members bands visiting Sandyland last Cornish, Joe Maurer and Friday - even when the John Campbell, make up the power went out. Performer band Nashville North, which and attendee Lisa Guernsey opened Friday’s show at said it was the highlight of Sandyland. “It was so much fun, we the night. loved it,” Guernsey said. During headliner Sanctus Real’s performance, the Many of the songs the band music suddenly cut out. sang were written by band Organizer Chris Silverman member Cornish, and have said all the volunteers started been part of many perfor­ checking everything, trying mances that the band has to find out what went wrong. made at multiple churches Sandyland property owner around the area. “It’s something we do for and Nashville Village fun on the side,” Guernsey Department of Public Works Director Scott Decker went said. The other two acts on to the nearby power pole and found there was no electrici­ Friday’s playbill, The Becki ty, so the organizers hooked Graves Band, and Sanctus up a generator to get the Real, are also Christian music bands. show back on track. Silverman said the orga­ But in the meantime Sanctus Real lead singer nizers want to do something Dustin Lolli jumped off the different every year, and stage with his acoustic guitar thought Christian music to play and sing with the would get people in the area crowd until the power was excited. “That was a big draw for restored. the crowd,” Guernsey said, “It really brought the crowd and the band togeth­ “because people knew they er,” Guernsey said. “If you could expect a family-friend­ weren’t a fan before, I think ly atmosphere. “She also Becki Graves sings Christian music for a crowd of around 400 at Sandyland. (Photo by Brittany Snook Photography) heard from people who came from out of town, including as far as Grand Rapids, and were there because df Sanctus Real. “They are a big group in the Christian music world,” Guernsey said. “I was sur­ prised we were going to get them here.” But Sandyland isn’t done yet, and still has a few events coming this summer. Families can watch mov­ ies at the venue for $5 per vehicle the next few Saturday nights. Movies will be at 9 p.m. and include “Field of Dreams” July 13, “Toy Story” July 20 and E.T. July 27. Organizers will also host several events at the John Campbell, Joe Mauer, Lisa Guernsey and Cyle Cornish of Nashville North Nashville Sesquicentennial open Sandyland 2019. (Photo by Brittany Snook Photography) Celebration Aug. 3. The Nashville Route 66 Businesses District, which hosts Sandyland, will shoot for another world record, after winning the world’s longest ice cream sundae, this time for the longest kick line. The current world record included more than 1,500 people, so the goal this year is 1,869, in honor of the year Nashville was founded. We're not on the street but want tojoin the downtown businesses in offering some SPECIAL SAVINGS! School calendar released The 2019-20 Maple Valley Schools calendar has been released. Dates are subject to change, much like last year’s calendar changed due to snow days. Aug. 15 - Open houses Fuller Street Elementary 5-6 p.m., Maplewood 5:30-6:30 p.m., Jr. and Sr. High 6-7 p.m. Aug. 19 - First day of classes for students, half day. Kindergarten open house in the morning. Aug. 23 - No class, pro­ fessional learning day. Aug. 30 - No school, Labor Day weekend. Sept. 2 - No school, Labor Day. Sept. 18 - Two hour early release, professional devel­ opment. Oct. 16 - Parent teacher conferences. Oct. 17 - Parent teacher conferences. Oct. 18 - No school. Oct. 23 - Two hour early release, professional devel­ opment. Oct. 31 - Half day for stu­ dents and staff Nov. 15 - No school Nov. 27 No school, Thanksgiving break begins. Dec. 2 - School resumes from Thanksgiving break. Dec. 18 - Jr./Sr. High exams. Dec. 19 - Half day, Jr./Sr. High exams. Dec. 20 - Half day, Jr./Sr. High exams, end of semester, winter break begins. Jan. 6 - School resumes. Jan. 17 - Half day. Jan. 20 - No school, pro­ fessional development. Jan. 29 - Parent teacher conferences, Fuller and Maplewood. Jan. 30 - Parent teacher conferences, Fuller and Maplewood. Feb. 14-Halfday. Feb. 17 No school, President’s Day. Feb. 19 - Two hour early release, professional devel­ opment. March 18 - Two hour early release, professional devel­ opment. March 25 - Parent teacher conferences, Jr./Sr. High. March 26 - Parent teacher conferences, Jr./Sr. High. March 27 - No school, spring break begins April 6 - School resumes. April 10 - No school, Good Friday. April 22 - Two hour early release, professional devel­ opment. April 24 - Half day. May 20 - Two hour early release, professional devel­ opment. May 22 - Half day. May 25 - No school, Memorial Day. June 2 - Exams. June 3 - Exams. Last day of school. Now thru July 19, greatfor vacation memories to share orjust a great deal. All In-Stock Frames 1351 N. Broadway (M-43), Hastings as 269.945.9105 OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:00 - 5:30 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, July 6, 2019 Vacations, hypnotists, senior trips and daylight savings time... Memories of the Past How many people are doing what they like to do and making a living at it, Editor Donald Hinderliter wondered. He knew one farmer who always had wanted to be in business in town while a local merchant confessed he’d rather farm than work in a store. The editor, who was happy to be doing exactly the sort of work he liked, con­ sidered trying to negotiate a trade between the two men. This early local farmer is unidentified. This column by the late Susan Hinckley was printed in the May 16, 1989, Maple Valley News. She wrote: ... we will take a look at some favorite “Backstreet Barometer" columns written by the late Donald F. Back in 1918, News editor Len Feighner pointed out that the community ought to Hinderliter, editor-publisher settle no less than three time systems were then in use in the area. One Saturday on ofThe Nashville Newsfrom Main Street (seen here circa-1918) Feighner got seven different answers from seven 1941 to 1956. men of whom he asked the time of day. Replies varied as much as 1 3/4 hours. By While visiting recently the 1950s, when Donald Hinderliter commented on this in his “Backstreet Barometer with two men, a grocer and a column, things had improved quite a bit. druggist, we asked if they were doing what they intend­ holding down jobs they dis­ [Baron, rated one of the about wrong numbers. ed 20 years ago to do. like, simply because they greatest hypnotists in the The grocer replied that haven’t the courage to quit world at that time, had “Mad Marvin” TenElshof right after finishing high and tackle the thing they appeared at the Nashville was on the air last week. school, he was positive he have always wanted to try. school auditorium under A salesman for the wanted a banking career. The sad part of it is that we sponsorship of the local American Type Founders However, his first job in a have only one life to live. Lions Club.] Corporation walked in The bank paid only $15 a week, On the subject of voca­ And the fellows who fell News office and announced and in order to afford to get tions and avocations, our instantly asleep on their feet that he had just been listen­ married, he took a job in a darling daughter, at the age when told to, are vehement ing on his car radio to Don chain grocery for $20. of nearly 3 !6 years, already in explaining that they just McNeil’s Breakfast Club The druggist confided that is making plans. She has couldn’t help it. broadcast from Chicago. One he always wanted to be an decided that men have all the The one that impressed us of the guests, he said, was a architect, but decided during Nashville students should appreciate the things they better things in life, such as most was Mr. Baron’s “cur­ Marvin somebody, who high school it might not be as were allowed, such as an extensive annual senior trip, the joy of shaving every ing” Richard Bogart of the admitted he was principal of practical as some other voca­ morning, so she is going to cigarette habit. That seems to the high school at Nashville, tions. Then he got a job in a Donald Hinderliter suggested, noting that seniors at be a man. This morning she have taken place after the Michigan. Hastings had only a one-day outing. In 1951, when drug store, concluded it calmly announced that when regular performance. The That must have been our wasn’t a bad sort ofbusiness Hinderliter wrote his comments on the subject, a typical she is 5 and can go to school, hypnotist put Dick to sleep Marvin, who was in Chicago and ended up by studying trip for seniors of Nashville High was a Great Lakes she guesses she will shave and then told him that the with the seniors on their trip. pharmacy. cruise of several days’ duration. This unidentified photo every morning, too, and next cigarette he smoked (The class of 1951 was on We got to wondering how shows such a trip by an NHS class of that era. maybe she will drive the car would taste horrible - like it a cruise that took them from to town when she gets tired had been tainted with kero­ Holland to Chicago them up many of the people we know of riding on the school bus. sene. Lake Michigan to Mackinac are doing what they like to Then, when she gets clear On awakening a moment Island and down through do and make a living at it. growed up maybe she will be later, Dick asked someone Lake Huron and on to One farmer answered our a mamma and wash the dish­ nearby for a cigarette, lit it Detroit, 33 seniors, plus their question by saying he always es whenever she wants to. and took a puff. As Baron chaperones, making the trip has wanted to be in business To her, washing dishes is had told him, the first puff aboard the S.S. South in town - “Oh, just about any second only to shaving as the tasted all right but the second American, a ship of the sort of business,” he said - ultimate notion of pleasure, was terrible. Dick made a is accepting sealed bids on a Georgian Bay line.) while a local merchant con­ whereas her two brothers face, complained of a fuel oil Sometimes you hear a bit fessed that he’d rather farm like dishwashing less and taste and, after another try, of woofing on the part of than work in a store. So, less, the closer they approach put the cigarette out. We get local high school students we’re trying to negotiate a the shaving age. it only third-hand, but the about the things they aren’t trade. report is that he still hasn’t permitted to do. Maybe they Personally, we feel kind a Due to a spell of unwell­ resumed smoking on account should know that the The Pickup is available for viewing smug about that sort ofthing, ness last week, we had to of the tainted flavor of every Hastings High School seniors because we’re doing exactly miss Thursday evening’s cigarette he lights. don’t have anything to com­ Monday July 8th - Wednesday July 10th the sort of work we like. performance by hypnotist pare with Nashville’s annual After following the usual Edwin Baron. And after The similarity between the senior trips. The Hastings from 7AM-3PM. pattern, out of necessity, we hearing something of what telephone numbers of The seniors have only one-day decided about 13 years ago went on, we do feel we News and of Dr. R.E. White’s tour to Willow Run, to disregard all family advice missed something. offices have been mentioned Greenfield Village and back and buy a weekly newspaper. Sealed bids must be placed @ the Vermontville The subjects with whom here before. We want to warn home. Instead of starving to death, we have talked are plenty of folks again that it’s best to Village office to the clerk no later then 5 PM we managed to keep up pay­ positive in their assertions hesitate long enough to be Searching for something on Thursday July 11th, 2019. ments on the mortgage and that there was no faking, sure it’s the doctor before or other in old News files the soon became convinced that whatsoever. When Baron launching into a detailed dis­ other day, we came across an money wasn’t everything. touched his necktie, the boy cussion of symptoms. Last item printed in 1918 con­ We still think it’s better to who jumped off his seat in Bids will be opened at 6:45 PM on July 11th @ week it happened twice in cerning daylight saving time. be making a living at a pleas­ the balcony and hollered one day, and we were sorely At the moment, it seemed to The Vermontville Community Center, 108. N ant occupation than getting really felt the heat the hypno­ tempted in one case to give be the No. 1 issue locally. rich at work that’s distaste­ tist had told him would be in Main St. Vermontville, MI 49096 some advice instead of ful. Thousands of people are his seat. Continued next page repeating the explanation The Village of Vermontville 1997 Chevy pick up with western V plow. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, July 6,2019 — Page 7 Turning (Back the Ta Power and ingenuity will be exhibited in many forms during the gas and steam engine show at Charlton Park July 12-14. (File photos) Antique iron celebrated Charlton Park next weekend National garden tractor club hosting expo here R«ik l« M Huttig 03 a® A dtsH faa । 1 k tai tag [jjj toffijrihli taj tail Jrtaii® :i»je kltHjltab ctaaa Kdtaarniotlli asfcjs WiMO tofafefe of America will host its American National Expo. A garden tractor pull will take place Friday at 6 p.m.; a farm tractor pull is scheduled Saturday beginning at 11 a.m. Trophies will be award­ ed to top finishers. Spectators should plan to bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating. A kids’ pedal pull and penny scramble are planned Saturday beginning at 9:30 a.m. Food vendors will be serv­ ing festival favorites, and a swap meet and flea market will take place daily near the Gas and Steam Bam. A pancake breakfast, pre­ pared and served by club members and county com­ missioners, will be open from 7 to 9 a.m. Saturday, Maple Valley seventh grade students completed a CPR training course taught by a visitor from the American Red Cross. Pictured are (back row, from left) Jerry Reese, Annette Langer, Michelle Trowbridge, Tammy James, Carla Brasher, (middle row) Justina Antcliff, Stephanie Hensel, Lori Fisher, Robbie Barrette, Loretta Meehan, (front row) Karen Secord, Lisa McKee, Jerry Zinger, David Reese and Billy Grinage. July 13. Breakfast is $5 per person age 13 and up and $3 for those 12 and under. All event proceeds support the club and the park. Registration is still open for vendors and exhibitors, and camping sites are still available. Annual membership dues for the Charlton Park Gas and Steam Club are $20 per year and include networking with steam and gas enthusi­ asts, potluck dinners and a monthly newsletter. Charlton Park is between Hastings and Nashville, north of M-79, at 2545 S. Charlton Park Road. For more infor­ mation, call 269 945-3775 or visit charltonpark.org. All times are approximate. Continued from previous pag bxi fen t*>a'! Now in its 48th year, the Charlton Park Gas and Steam Engine Club will present its annual gas and steam engine show July 12-14 from 8 a.m. to dusk. Displays of tractors, stationary engines, steam engines, farm machinery and other rare antiques are planned. Admission to the event is $6 for anyone age 13 and up, $4 for children 5-12, and free to children 4 and under. Visitors also will get a glimpse of the famed 1884 Westinghouse traction engine in the park’s collection. International Harvester tractors and equipment will be the featured brand this year. During the event, the Vintage Garden Tractor Club '■'■ talk ’3851 ItatadtW gffl Mlvftt *Wtt J"*'b®ta? AjI (UiijflBl jj.jii ijuk^ 4k» 8^ ijSfi , , * ini’ t W1 iyf iyf y ’’’’ LL ,*<,*>l*iiB jp pj U*g U*g ooWW l; Editor Len Feighner point­ ed out that the community ought to settle on one time or another, since no less than three systems (including sun time) were in use in the area. He claimed he went down Main Street on a Saturday and asked 10 different men the time of day. Three of them didn’t have watches but the seven who did all report­ ed different times. The varia­ tion, he said, was as great as an hour and 45 minutes. From time to time, Ben Mason gets a free grease job done on his car. It’s simple, like this: Ben has a gray Plymouth. So, has Clare Chamberlain. Clare figures that school hours, while he is teaching the rudi­ ments of agriculture to his Future Fanners, is a good time to have his car serviced, so he calls Rasey’s Standard Service and has them pick up his car. Ben Mason’s advan­ tage lies in the fact that he lives near the school, has a car that looks a lot like Mr. Chamberlain’s, and is smart enough to leave the keys in it on the right day. Twice his car has been picked up by mistake and once it was given the works. Ben is reported to have forgiven the whole thing, and who wouldn’t? like to take credit for quite all the brilliant little remarks we think of or swipe from other publications. So, it’s conve­ nient to quote someone else as having said at least part of them. You never know what the reaction will be. Sometimes you can take a sparkling bon mot that anyone could be induced to have uttered, credit it to some dumb cluck around town, and have him get mad as a wet hen. In the past 10 years, we’ve Love, says the Sage of just about learned whom not Assyria, quickens all the to quote as fictitious authors senses except the common of glib remarks. As a matter one. The Sage of Assyria, of fact, the list has grown so incidentally, isn’t anybody long that there are only a few good-natured guys left to you know. A reader wanted to know whom we dare attribute this recently. You see, in the pro­ or that pertinent observation. Which makes it almost cess of relaxing at the type­ writer once a week and bat­ necessary to have a few ficti­ ting out this drivel, we don’t tious characters as the Sage ofAssyria, Grandpaw Dillon, Professor Aloysius P. Query and Herkiner the Type VWlVIMInE I E Washer. DDBamrs AUTO SERVICE CENTER Now offering factory dealer com­ puter programing 0 s' *«?■« ’ Our Diagnostic Computer Software is Compatible With All Makes & Models k Owner, Jeff Dobbin, ASE Master Technician Over 28 years experience 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE The Nashville “standpipe” had been a landmark in the village since 1892. The village council started drawing up plans and accepting bids to tear down the 85,000 gallon water tank “because vandalism has left it empty and in a hazardous state.” Recreation Business Services SUMMER SPLASH!! AD­ VENTURE Awaits Campground Camping—full hookup or water and electric only. 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VERMONTVILLE Now accepting MasterCard & Visa �Page 8 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, July 6, 2019 Exotic animals draw people to library program Over 200 people came to the Vermontville Township Library's most popular summer reading event Tuesday, a visit from the Exotic Zoo. Javon Stacks of the traveling Exotic Zoo in Detroit brought multiple animals he has bred and raised to the Vermontville Township Fire Department, where children and adults had a chance to touch some of the animals. Pictured, Stacks works with a kangaJavon Stacks points to the tufts of the Eurasion steppe owl he quizzed visitors roo, which the attending about. adults were able to touch to feel the softness of its fur. (Photo by Taylor Owens) Vermontville when he showed off animals last year. At that time the baboon was in a diaper, and Stacks said it would take a few more years before the baboon was full size. A porcupine feeds on a banana in the Vermontville Township Fire Department. A lemur munches on a grape before it jumped on multiple people's shoulders. Exotic Zoo owner Javon Stacks said he had this tortoise since Stacks was fiveyear-old, when the tortoise was the size of a silver dollar. a chance to toucha giant python after the show. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-07-13.pdf 3d3a7a465e651538bdc76d94c3e37692 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. 147-No. 28, July 13, 2019 A local paper oftoday! Village getting park ready for celebration Progress is being made to convert Central Park in downtown Nashville to Emery Parody Park. The park will be dedicated during the sesquicentennial celebration Aug. 2. Parody, who resided in Nashville in the late 1800s was among the men credited with capturing President Abraham Lincoln’s killer. Many other activities are planned during the village’s 150th birthday party. (Photo by Tanett Hodge) Nashville opts out of marijuana establishments Luke Froncheck Crews continue work on M-66 bridge Work continues on the M-66 bridge over Quaker Brook on the south side of Nashville. The highway was scheduled to be reopened in early August, but issues such as rain and contaminated soil have pushed the completion date back. (Photo by Tanett Hodge) Community invited to meet band director Thursday Maple Valley Schools have hired Grand Rapids native Anna Petrenko to be the new band director and music teacher for the district. Local residents are invited to stop by to meet Petrenko and welcome her to the dis- trict Thursday, July 18, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the high school band room. Petrenko will have a unique role in the district, working at all grade levels to expand the music program. She is already working on plans for the coming school year, including the high school band’s halftime show. (Petrenko was featured in the June 29 Maple Valley News) Staff Writer Nashville has become the next Barry County governing body to opt out of allowing marijuana establishments to operate within the village limits. In a 7-0 vote, with Trustee Johnny Hartwell absent, the village made the decision official at Thursday night’s meeting. Supervisor Mike Kenyan said the village can always go back and reassess that decision iff necessary. The village also received a report from its auditor durin g the meeting. Kathy Sheldon, representing the certified public accounting firm of Walker Fluke & Sheldon of Ionia, said the township’s audit was satisfactory, add­ ing, “It’s the best you can get.” In addition, the council approved the annual re-pav­ ing of rpads, which will cost an estimated $70,000, which play a public performance upon returning. The district has also hired Anna Petrenko as its new band director and music teacher for the district. A wel­ come celebration will be held on July 18 in the high school band room from 5-7 p.m. Superintendent Katherine f as the payment processor for credit and debit card transac­ tions with a service fee of 2.65 percent or a minimum of $1 per payment. The reso­ lution also states that the vil­ lage will incur no cost. The council also approved a permit for the use of fire­ works during the upcoming sesquicentennial celebration. Kenyan also announced an upcoming town hall-style meeting with Police Chief Chris Koster at 6 p.m. July 25 in the village office. It will open with a presentation fol­ lowed by a question-and-answer period between the police and the public. There also was discussion about the intersection of East and Francis streets in Nashville. Trustee Tanett Hodge brought the issue to the board saying it isn’t clear to some motorists that through traffic does not stop since it is not a four-way stop intersection. Citizens have expressed concern about this. In This Issue Maple Valley gets OK for band trip Board members of the Maple Valley Schools helped tune up the band with their approval at Monday eve­ ning’s school board meeting of funds for the July 22-26 band camp at the Battle Creek 'Outdoor Education Center. The band will return on the July 26 and is scheduled to is similar to last year’s figure. The work will include Fuller Heights, Putnam Street, Scramlin Street, and Gribbin Street and will not begin until August or September. The village updated its agreement with the Municipal Employees Retirement System, in accordance with the state change. The previous resolution stated that the village would pay 5.5 percent of an eligible employee’s gross wages into the village retirement plan. The new resolution states that the village will pay 6 percent of their gross wages into the retirement fund. The council also named Clerk Lynette Adgate as the designated signatory for the program. In other action, the village updated its credit card pay­ ment policy with a 7-0 vote. The resolution that was approved says that the vil­ lage will utilize GovPayNet Bertolini said Maple Valley will be piloting the Early Childhood Special Education program with materials being used on loan from Eaton Regional Education Agency. She added that the curriculum will allow the district to track student growth easier. “I’m excited to see how well it turns out,” Bertolini said. The school does not need to pay for anything during the pilot year of the program, she said. However, if the district decides to move forward per­ manently with the curriculum a fee will be necessary in the future. Professional organizer coming to Putnam Charlton Park hosting Civil War reenactment next weekend Eaton County Fair gets full week of sunshine Sounds of Sesquicentennial celebration begin early________ �Page 2 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, July 13, 2019 ‘Royalty’ visits preschool students Dr. Katherine Bertolini Children at Beginning Ro Child Development Center in Lake Odessa were visited by some special friends June 27. Courtesy of students at Lakewood and Maple Valley High Schools, as well as Step *N Time Dance Studio in Nashville, four princes arrived that morning, greeted by an excited group of kids. Cinderella, Rapunzel, Anna and Elsa spent the morning talking with the students and having snacks with them. The day marked the finale of a two-week Disney-themed celebration, which also included crafts, songs and filming remakes of several famous movie scenes. Happy July, Maple Valley! Summer has finally arrived, and our central office is a buzz of activity as we finalize reporting to the state and begin planning for the fall. We have some fun activities planned. We have hired Anna Petrenko to be our new band director and music teacher. Petrenko has a unique role in our district since she will work across all grade levels to expand our music program. We want to invite you to meet her at our welcome celebration in the high school band room Thursday, July 18, from 5-7 p.m. This weekend concludes our FFA students’ participation in the Eaton County Fair. Stop by and see the amazing animals they have raised and shown at the fair. As the lazy, hazy days of summer take hold, remember the B Bus makes several stops in our district every Wednesday. During the first two weeks of the summer, the B Bus has checked out 1,097 books and 554 new patrons have joined this summer. Make sure to get in on the fun. Several teachers, Children and staff of the administrators, administrative aides and board members have preschool program at signed up to be special readers. Come visit us. The Bus is in Beginning Roots Child Vermontville at the Pavilion from 10-11 a.m„ at Putnam Park Development Center pose from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and at Thomapple Lakes Estates for a photo with their prin­ from 1:30-2:20 p.m. Many of these times coincide with our mobile lunch program as well. So bring the kids to eat, read cess friends. and hang out on the bus. It is a fun thing to do. It is never too early to start planning for the Fall. There are two great programs that can help families to get school sup­ plies in order. The Eaton Clothing and Furniture Center 135 S. Washington, Charlotte, provides shoes, school supplies, per­ sonal care items and undergarments to children who qualify for the program. Contact the organization directly at 517-543­ 4334 for qualification guidelines and the dates for shopping. For families who reside in Barry County, the United Way program provides qualified K-12 students with backpacks full of school supplies. Shoppers must be pre-registered for the BUTTERNUT, WI Jan­ a.m. until 2 p.m. on Sunday, event with the Barry County United Way Office at 269-945­ ice Kay Cobb, age 66, of July 14, 2019. 4010. Please help spread the word to insure that kids have Butternut, WI, formerly of In lieu offlowers, memori­ everything they need to be a Valley Superstar. Vermontville, died surround­ als to the family, c/o NovitzI also want to remind folks that the Little Lions Childcare ed by her family on Saturday, ke Funeral Home, would be and Preschool Program (housed at Fuller Street School) is May 25,2019, at her home. greatly appreciated. currently taking applications for fall enrollment. Call 517­ A celebration oflife will be The Novitzke Funeral 852-9468 ext. 4405 or contact Program Director Jamie Richter held at The Hall, located at Home in Park Falls, WI is as­ at jrichter@mvs.kl2.mi.us. Maple Valley also hosts the Great 127 South Cochran Avenue, sisting the family. Start Readiness Program run by the Eaton RESA. For more Charlotte, MI 48813 from 11 www.novitzkefuneralhome.com information about this preschool program for four-year-olds, go to https://www.eatonresa.org/services/early-childhood/preschool/ for an application or call 517-541-8724 for more Nora Stoddard is thrilled to have her photo taken with information. If unsure about qualifications for this subsidized program, go to the link above and select the “Free Michigan her "twin,” Cinderella. (Photos provided) Preschool” link near the bottom ofthe page. Quality preschool gives children a huge advantage when they begin kindergar­ ten. 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We’ll bring RESULTS!” Sally Magoon, Associate Broker Receptionist Gloria Guernsey Owners Kimberly & Joe Rodriguez 269-986-5737 First Come First Served While Supply Lasts smagoonreaiestate@gmail.com NASHVILLE VFW 8260 304 S. State St., Nashville • 517.852.9260 HAIR • NAILS • PRODUCT 207 N. Main St. • 517.852.0313 Weichert RE A LT O R S' 111 N. Bostwick Avenue Charlotte, Ml 48813 Emerald Properties www.welchertemerald.com Karb oUbr iorfrpmdmlb- mmrd and operated. Office: (517) 543-7363 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, July 13,2019 — Page 3 Professional organizer coming to Putnam Those in search of the motivation to declutter and organize a home will want to be at the Putnam District Library on Tuesday, July 23 for a presentation by Susie Marsh of Moxie Life Organizing. Marsh, an 11-year professional orga­ nizer and coach in the West Michigan area, will be shar­ ing tips on organizing, where to begin, and how to prevent clutter in the future. The “When You’re ‘Outer’ Space” presentation is scheduled from 6-7:30 p.m. and will assist partici­ pants in identifying personal goals of organizing and how to best reach them. With a background in Social Work and Mental Health for over 30 years, Marsh has the compassionate and under­ standing nature that makes the organizing process about personal achievement. Seats are limited for this event, please RSVP with a call (517-852-9723) or stop in to reserve a spot. Supplies will be provided. If a visitor has any ques­ tions about the events sched­ uled above, please feel free to contact the library at 517­ 852-9723 or email Sydney Khouri, the assistant direc­ tor of programming, at skhouri@putnamlib.org. Ferris, Kendall honor lists include local residents University officials have announced that 4,181 stu­ dents received academic honors for the spring semes­ ter at Ferris State University and Kendall College of Art and Design. To be eligible, students must earn a grade point aver­ age of 3.5 or higher for at least 12 credit hours. Local students who earned academic honors include: Bellevue - Archie Smith, Lacie Stevens. Charlotte Koami Adjonko, Ashley Dewey, Desiree Feldpausch, Melissa Haas, Taelor Johns, Sarah Kane, Hannah McGlocklin, Victoria Ruhlig, August Schmiedeknecht, Benjamin Withey. Hastings — Mallory Berg, Ronald Collins, Christopher Feldpausch, Adrianna Georg, Clare Green, Ethan Hart, Grant Joslin, Shelby Price, Ramsie Rairigh, Austin Stephens, Kendra Stoepker.. Mulliken — Bryonna Barton. Nashville - Justin Moore. Sunfield Steven Sutherland. Vermontville - Emma Franklin, Madelynn Hull. Charlton Park hosting Civil War reenactment next weekend The Civil War history will come alive — along with a glimpse of daily life at the time - during the annual Civil War Muster at Historic Charlton Park in Hastings July 20-21. Interpreters and craftsmen will be stationed in the his­ toric village, with special scenarios planned for the Sixberry House, barber shop, carpenter shop, jail and Bristol Inn. Saturday night, visitors may participate in the live music and square dancing at the Gas & Steam Bam and view cannons firing over the Thomapple River. At 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, the Carlton Center Church will host a traditional worship service. Spectators are invited to view battle activities throughout the weekend. Battles will take place at High Meadow at 1:45 p.m. Saturday and in the historic village Sunday at 1:45 p.m. Infantry, cavalry, medical and artillery demon­ strations also will take place. Food vendors will have options to satisfy hungry patrons. Guests are encouraged to visit Sutler’s Row vendors, offering reproduction and handmade Civil War-era merchandise for purchase, Civil War re-enactors, including women and children, will be at Historic Charlton Park July 20 and 21. (File photo) including clothing, house­ hold goods, and toys. Daily general admission to the event is $6 for anyone age 13 and up; and $4 for children 5-12 years old. Children age 4 and under are admitted free. Charlton Park is between Hastings and Nashville, north of M-79, at 2545 S. Charlton Park Road. A complete event schedule is available for download at charltonpark.org or visit the park’s Facebook page. Maple Valley News Published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com • Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & ceo _____________________Hank Schuuring • cfo___ • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. Chris Silverman csilverman@j-adgraphics.com • NEWSROOM• Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com ocal Church Schedule ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School................................ 1 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.............................................. 11 Evening Worship........................................ 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................................ 7 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship...................................... 11 .Evening Worship....................................... 6 .Wednesday Family Night Service.............................. 6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 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. 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......................... 0:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) 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. Phone: (517) 543-5488 110 S. Main St, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517)726-0258 10: 00 a.m............................ Church Service 11: 00 a.m..................................... Fellowship REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship............ P.M. Worship............ FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE “No matter who you are, or where you are on life'sjourney, you are welcome here." Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (269) 963-7710 PASTOR PEGGY BAKER ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES . PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM 11 a.m. .......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship.................................. PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE 7 p.m. 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org 517-588-8415 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (corner M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................. 8:30 a.m (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School ............. 10 A.M. Service... ........ 11:15 P.M. Service... ............... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service....................................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service........................................ 6 p.m. Wed. Service...................................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: ........................... 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 9:15 a.m. 8593 Cloverdale Road Located on the comer of State and Washington streets PASTOR KAREN KINNEY 517-852-2043 PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Worship Service........................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.......................... 11:00 a.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worshi NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. . . . Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Worship....................................... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................ 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School............... ........ 9:45 Worship Service............. ............. 11 Sunday Evening Service ..... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service... .6:30 p.m. AWANA........................... 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR RICH MITTERLING 517-231-3434 �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, July 13,2019 Eaton County Fair gets full week of sunshine Ten-year-old Ariana Erickson takes time to jump on Attendees of the motocross event Monday cheer as Kids wait excitedly for their parents to purchase ride bikes reached inspiring heights. (Photos by Tanett the trampoline before showing her horse at the Eaton tickets for their fun at the Eaton County Fair. County Fair for the first time. Hodge) Motocross activities thrill the crowd at the Eaton County Fair. SMMERSALE; Many families enjoyed the Eaton County Fair this week as the sun shined bright and strong. SPECIAL SAVINGS! All In-Stock Frames Josiah Lessens, 6, enjoys the giant slide at the fair. PreframedArt Maple Valley Center of Hope remains open for business 1351 N. Broadway (M-43), Hastings 269.945.9105 OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:00 - 5:30 VISA Despite the construction and re-facing of the building on the comer of Washington and Main, the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope is still open. Patrons are asked to use the side door on Washington St. Food distri­ bution remains on Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. and the Free Store is open Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and Wednesdays from 10 ajn. to 12 p.m. Any ques­ tions can be addressed by calling (517) 852-0664. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, July 13,2019 — Page 5 Sounds of Sesquicentennial celebration begin early Tanett Hodge Staff Writer Sounds of the Civil War era emanated from Central Park in Nashville Tuesday night, as the Coldwater Brass Quintet played for a small crowd of interested patrons. The band was asked by Kermit Douse to hold its The crowd at the park downtown Nashville enjoy a beautiful evening of music and fellowship. weekly practice in the park downtown to fill the air with period music in expectation of the upcoming Sesquicentennial scheduled for the first weekend of August. Some came to listen in costume and some just stopped by to take in the tunes. The band hails from the Lakewood/Freeport area and consists of Mark Hurless on trombone, Dan Braker on Karen Skedgell-Ghiban attends the small concert in french horn, Brian Allbright on tuba and Larry Wait and her period dress. Mike Scobey each on trum­ pet. The brass quintet will be featured in the park on Saturday, August 3 at 10:30 a.m. before the official re-naming of Central Park to Emory Parady Park and the unveiling of the new histori­ cal markers Two-year-old Taya Yenger and her mom, Vera, stop by to listen to the sounds of the brass quintet in the park Tuesday. 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Thursday, July 18 Chef salad, wheat berry salad, whole grain muffin, cantaloupe. Friday, July 19 Grilled chicken w/cherry sauce, brown & wild rice, tossed salad, broccoli, banana. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, July 15 Chicken pasta salad, tomato cucumber salad, fresh grapes, Goldfish Graham. Thesday, July 16 Sliced turkey & Swiss cheese, sandwich thin, potato salad, Mandarin oranges. Wednesday, July 17 Turkey club salad, creamy pasta salad, cantaloupe, anial crackers. Thursday, July 18 Chicken salad, sandwich thin, broccoli cranberry salad, pineapple. Friday, July 19 Taco salad, Mexican bean & rice salad, fruited jello, tortilla chips, salsa. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, July 15 Salisbury steak, baked potato, peas, whole grain granola bar, orange. Tuesday, July 16 Pulled pork, com, green beans, bun, applesauce. Wednesday, July 17 Potato crunch pollock, lima beans, red potatoes, banana. Thursday, July 18 Sliced turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes & gravy, DOBBIN'S „, ^T AUTO SERVICE CENTER in Compatible With All Makes & Models time for fellowship in the town park. Food and drink and friend­ ly people will be provided, organizers said. The is non-denominational, with its roots with the Mayflower and Pilgrims. The only common belief among its members is that all are welcomed and loved by a generous and loving God. The event is open to all. Recreation Business Services Help Wanted SUMMER SPLASH!! AD­ VENTURE Awaits Camp­ ground Camping—full hook­ up or water and electric only. Swimming, fishing, water slide, kid's playground, beach, volleyball court, diving platform, water bull riding. 50 mile Paul Henry Thomapple Trail starts here for hiking and biking. River tubing on the Thornapple River 2-3 hours. Beach Party Pavilion, Camp Store, Recreation Center rent­ al. Come have fun with us! 3266 N.. Ionia Rd, Sycamore Lane, Vermontville, MI 49096. Phone 919-249-8712. GUTTER LEAF GUARD: We install several styles of leaf protection for your gutter & downspout system, one for ev­ ery problem & budget Before you sign a high priced con­ tract with the big city firms, get a price from us. We've served this area since 1959. BLEAM EAVESTROUGH ING (269)945-0004. BARN HELP WANTED: MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH HORSES. LOCATED IN HASTINGS. CONTACT: 269-207-4218 OR zlpoweli@ yahoo.com. The First Congregational Church in Vermontville is inviting area residents to a green beans, grapes. picnic at 10 am. Sunday July Friday, July 19 Grilled chicken breast, 28. The congregation will host brown rown & w wild rce,seasone rice, seasoned red potatoes, Italian blend a worship service, picnic and vegetables, banana. Activities Calendar Monday, July 15 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 am.; Painting Group 1 pm. . Delton: Walking 11 am.-l pm. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. H.WJM Reminiscence. Tuesday, July 16 - COA Closed. Senior Day at the Fair. Wednesday, July 17 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 am.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 pm.; Woodland: Card Games. Delton: Walking 11 am.-l pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Thursday, July 18 - Hastings: Line Dancing 9: 30 am.; Sr. Zumba 5:30 pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am.; TV Time Delton: Walking 11 am.-l pm. Puzzles/Trivia Friday, July 19 Hastings: Exercise 9 am.; Bingo 9:30 a.m.; Iron Rails 10: 30 am. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Antenna Me Digital TV Antennas Cell Phone Boosters 517.646-0439 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE Congregational church hosting community picnic TV ANTENW & TOWER INSTALLATION, FHMilRaiOWL For Rent NASHVILLE UPSTAIRS 2 Bedroom Apartment- just re-done. References required. Call 517-852-0852 (No Sunday calls). BUYING ALL HARD­ WOODS: Walnut, White Oak, Tulip Poplar. Call for pricing. Will buy single Wal­ nut trees. Insured, liability & workman's comp. Fetterley Logging, (269)818-7793. BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING SEAMLESS gutter. 50 colors, free estimates. Since 1959 (269)945-0004. www.bleameaves.com NASHVILLE ADOPTS NEW OPT OUT MARIJUANA ESTABLISHMENT ORDINANCE On July 11th, 2019 at a regular council meeting the Nashville Village Council adopted a new Opt Out Marijuana Establishment Ordinance. This new Ordinance will take effect on July 13th, 2019. A copy of the new ordinance is available in the Village Office for public viewing. Village of Nashville “Preschool & Childcare LLC WATER WELL DRILLING Company seeking full and part-time help. Will pay com­ petitive wages. 40 hrs plus overtime offered. Preferred CDL with valid drivers li­ cense. Job expectations in field of fabrication, operation of heavy equipment and laborer available. Random drug and alcohol screening will be re­ quired. Apply in person. Ew­ ing Well Drilling, Inc., 10076 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, Michigan 49096.517-726-0088. Farm 200 BALES HAY, grass clover mix, dry and no rain. $4.50 bale- cash. 616-374-0719, leave message. 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I *Ducks maybe adopted NOWat: Edward Jones Investments Putnam District Library � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-07-20.pdf 1bc6900d249e3e8e3a9c38efa5fc0273 PDF Text Text z ---------------------------- ■------------------------------------------------------------ MAPLE VALLEY news newsa Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. fZ-/’ “ 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 29, July 20, 2019 A local paper oftoday! FFA students place at Eaton County Fair Maple Valley FFA students had a busy week at the Eaton County Fair, showing pigs, calves, goats, poultry and a horse, and selling many of those animals at the end of the week. Six members competed in swine showmanship and market classes Monday, July 8, including: Lily Miller, 11th in showmanship and third place in market gilt (female) and 11th place in market barrow (male); Jade Scott, fifth place in show­ manship, fourth place with market gilt, and ninth place in market barrow; Casey Hodges, 10th place in show­ manship, sixth place in mar­ ket gilt, and 11th place in market barrow. Jozlynn Miller, ninth place in show­ manship, fifth place market barrow and eighth place in market gilt. James Belonga, eighth place in showman­ ship, sixth place in market gilt and 11 th place in market barrow. Kyleigh Scott, 10th place in showmanship, 10th place in market gilt and 10th place in market barrow. Derrek Humble showed goats that same day, placing sixth in showmanship, and second in his market class. Members showed cattle Tuesday, July 9. Brooklyn Scott took fifth in showman­ ship and first with her dairy market steer; Jade Scott placed eighth in showman­ ship, fifth with her dairy feeder calf and third with her dairy market steer. Jozlynn Miller placed seventh in showmanship and third with her dairy feeder calf. Kerk Kienutske finished sixth in dairy market showmanship and seventh in dairy market with his dairy feeder calf. Kenzie Thomas placed 11th in dairy market showman­ ship and 10th place in dairy market. Dante Buttleman fin­ ished in 10th place in dairy market showmanship and 11 th place in dairy market feeder class. Throughout the week, Josey Terpening competed with her horse, Dale, in sev­ eral events. She placed first in keyhole, first in U-turn, second in barrels and fourth in butterfly class. Several members sold ani­ mals at the annual livestock auction Thursday, July 11. Brooklyn Scott’s dairy steer was purchased by Hoffman Brothers Construction for $3 a pound. Jade Scott’s dairy steer was purchased by Hoffman Brothers Construction for $2.75 a pound. Jozlynn Miller’s Dairy Feeder Calf was pur­ chased by Charlotte Walmart for $1.35 a pound. Lily Miller’s pigs were purchased by PAE Plumbing and Jones Farm Meats for $1.75 a pound. Jade Scott’s pigs were purchased by Hoffman Brothers Construction for $3 a pound. Jozlynn Miller’s pigs were purchased by PAE Kenzie Thomas and her calf get ready to enter the ring at the Eaton County 4-H Fair. FFA continues pg 7 Superintendent Nashville buildspickleball courtshas ‘bi dreams Taylor Owens and Taylor Hunter Dood StaffWriters The first games on the new pickleball courts at Putnam Park in Nashville were played last Sunday thanks to Department of Public Works employees who finished work on the new courts earli­ er that week. A group of pickleball enthusiasts brought the idea of converting the park’s ten­ nis courts into pickleball courts to the Nashville Village Council during a meeting earlier this summer. The DPW made repairs to the courts and put in poles, while the pickleball players pickleball players put up the nets. “I think they’re going to get used a lot,” said DPW Director Scott Decker. The village is also looking for a grant to put in bathrooms for the park area behind the busi­ nesses west of Main Street, similar to the grant it received for the bathrooms at Putnam Park. Decker said the village is adding an item in its Parks and Recreation plan estab­ lishing a goal to add another pickleball court in the area as well, which will help in the process of obtaining grants for the project. The pickleball players who asked the village to conillage sider putting in new courts said they were inspired by the amount of participation in the sport in nearby Lake Odessa. Pickleball “campers” from all over the Midwest filled the Lake Odessa Picklebowl courts on Tuesday, July 9 and Wednesday, July 10 to learn the finer points of the game from California pro Michelle Esquivel. “Teaching pickleball is a dream,” said Esquivel, who is the fourth-ranked singles player in the world, “because I get to-travel and teach the sport I love outside of my The Nashville pickleball courts were completed two weeks ago by the Department of Public Works. own community.” community. Esquivel is a former tennis coach who has shifted her focus to pickleball and has never looked back. The trip for the two-day camp in Lake Odessa coincided with her appearance at last weekend’s Beer City Open pickleball tournament in Grand Rapids. Jeff Howlett, a director of the Beer City Open and also a pickleball instructor who assisted Esquivel at the camp, said the Lake Odessa pickleball courts are some of the best in the state and own­ ers Brian and Becky Haskin are to be congratulated. Esquivel added that she doesn’t often see courts as nice as Lake Odessa’s and labeled them “one of a kind.” Nashville organizers are hoping to emulate the work­ manship and dedication to the sport with the new pick­ leball courts and others to, hopefully, follow. The two-day camp held last week in Lake Odessa was hosted by EngagePickleball of Oxford, FL, and was filled with basic instruction of the sport. Esquivel said the camp is a great way for campers to learn “everything at once.” They cover every subject in two days. The camp had 30 people in attendance from across the Midwest and was for players of all levels. Pickleball continues pg 2 g for the valley’ Taylor Owens Staff Writer Superintendent Katherine Bertolini said her first six months at Maple Valley have been about learning and assessing, and now she is excited to work toward long­ term goals to tackle the dis­ trict’s biggest challenges. “I have big plans and dreams for the valley and I’m really glad that I’m here,” Bertolini said. She has found the commu­ nity to be a welcoming place, and has already bought a house in Nashville. She moved in over Memorial Day weekend. “I just found the perfect place. I found my home. It suited me really well,” Bertolini said, noting that her commute was cut from 45 minutes to 6. “I’m really thrilled to be a local.” It was important to Bertolini to find a house big enough to entertain guests, and she is excited to be host­ ing a back to school party for school staff, because she finds food is a great way to build relationships. After working in a much larger school district as a teacher, it was important to Bertolini to find a small dis­ trict as a superintendent, because she wants to be able to build relationships. “The valley is exactly the place all my research told me it was,” Bertolini said. “People here really are warm Dreams continues pg 4 In This Issue Barry County Fair ends tonight Former teacher drowns in Gun Lake New band director meets students Valley plans for football camps �Page 2 — Just Say 'As As Advertised in the Maple Valley News News' Saturday. July 20, 2019 Rep. Calley will meet with residents July 29 State Rep. Julie Calley welcomes residents to office hours in two communities Monday, July 29, with a new format. Rep. Calley will have indi­ vidual meetings with constit­ uents, followed by a legisla­ tive update. She will be at Portland City Hall, 259 Kent St., to meet with individuals from 10:30 to 11 a.m. followed by die update from 11 to 11:30 am. She will then be in the council chambers at Hastings City Hall. 201 E. State St. to meet with individuals from 1 to 2 p.m. followed by the legislative update 2 to 2:30 pan. “1 truly appreciate the opportunity to gather feed­ back from community mem­ bers,” Rep. Calley said. “Local office hours generate great dialogue with attendees on issues important to them.” No appointment is necessary. Residents unable to attend scheduled office hours may send questions or ideas to Rep. Calley via email, JulieCalley@house. mi.gov, or by calling her, 517-373-0842. Ferris, Kendall graduate lists include local students More than 2,000 students completed the requirements for certificates, associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees at Ferris State University and Kendall College of Art and Design during the spring semester. Students graduating with honors were recognized for high academic achievement on the basis of grade point Sheriff’s In the past week, Eaton County Sheriff’s deputies have responded to 27 alarms, 11 car accidents, 37 citizen assists, 25 well-being checks, 20 domestic dis­ putes, 29 shoplifting com­ plaints, 24 larcenies, 11 disorderly persons, 16 operating while impaired inci­ dents, five personal injury crashes, 24 property' damage crashes, 47 suspicious situa­ tions, 164 traffic hazards, 164 traffic stops, 10 threats and 41 traffic violations. Overall, deputies respond­ ed to 906 calls for service and events. Annual country music concert Many of you have heard ofand seen the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Division. This dedicated, volunteer unit was formed in 1974 with the purpose of educating the public on horsemanship and donating weekly update their services to Eaton County communities at pub­ lic events. In 2018 alone, the 11 active members of the mounted division spent more than 274 hours serving the community at events, 621 hours training their horses for the events, and 252 hours in meetings plan­ ning activities and managing the business affairs of the unit for a total of 1,122 hours ofvolunteered time. As you can imagine, there is a great deal of out-of­ pocket expense associated with serving communities at these events. To offset some of the cost, a fall country music show fundraiser has aided the division for more than 10 years. The featured performer is always a well-known coun­ try music artist, and this year’s performer is no exception. We’re excited to have Lacey J. Dalton present to the citizens of Eaton County an unforgettable evening of great country music performing her 16 Top 20 Billboard country hits. The concert will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2, at the Charlotte Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $20 in advance for a single, $35 for two in advance, and a special whole-family ticket is $50. All proceeds for this event stay strictly local and benefit the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Division. For tickets and concert information, call the ticket hotline, 800-205-7174, or visit wolverineproductions, org. If you are called asking about purchasing tickets, the representative will tell you they are calling on behalf of the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Division. averages computed on a 4.0 scale. Undergraduate degree designations are: Summa cum laude, 3.9 to 4.0; magna cum laude, 3.75 to 3.89; and cum laude, 35 to 3.74. Students receiving a doc­ torate degree from the Michigan College of Optometry and the College of Pharmacy were recog­ nized for highest distinction, 3.75 to 4.0; high distinction, 35 to 3.74; and distinction, 3.25 to 3.49. Local students earning degrees include: Bellevue Cassandra Crawley, associate in applied science in graphic communi­ cation. Charlotte-Ashley Dewey, bachelor of science in crimi­ nal justice, magna cum laude; Michaela Miller, bachelor of science in crimi­ nal justice; August Schmiedeknecht, bachelor of science in welding engineer­ ing technology, magna cum laude; Benjamin Withey, bachelor of science in inte­ grative studies, cum laude. EngagePickleball owner Robert Elliott (far left) teaches campers during a break Sunfield — Steven between points. (Photo by Hunter Dood) Sutherland, doctor of phar­ macy, highest distinction. Pickleball instructor Ross adding that she loves seeing the camp will continue to Komoelje said the campers the smiles on the campers grow and create a communi­ were like “sponges” and they faces as they learn the game. ty in the area due to the ded­ were getting some of the “It means the world to me ication from court owners. highest instruction in order that I’m able to be out here Esquivel said all the campers to improve their game. He showing the love ofthe game decided to donate their lunch added he and Howlett do a to others.” money for the camp back lot of teaching in the Grand Howlett said into the facility. Rapids area. EngagePickleball owner “It’s really cool, that’s Esquivel added that she Robert Elliott has a great how much they enjoy the was seeing improvements in reputation because of the sport.” OFFERING COMPLETE the campers by the hour. She quality products his compa­ The joy has apparently WATER & WELL said there was never a dull ny produces. 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Please e-mail resume to busy.bees.preschool.childcare@gmail.com 301 Fuller St., Nashville, MI 49037 • 517-852-4046 �Page 4—Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, July 20,2019 Superintendant Continued from pg 1 and extend themselves to know you.” Those relationships become a source of strength for the district, she said. Some of Bertolini’s high­ lights since she started as superintendent in January have been seeing students play basketball, perform in “Into the Woods” and receive awards from the Charlotte Optimist Club. “I just loved seeing the kids and knowing what the kids are capable of,” Bertolini said. “Seeing the well-rounded elements of our kids has been really affirming for me.” After the school year ended, much of the adminis­ tration’s time was spent fin­ ishing up the budget for the current fiscal year, which started July 1. Finance Director Darryl Sydloski was able to officially say the district had overcome a $75,000 general fund budget deficit, which had marked the start of the past fiscal year in July 2018. The dis­ trict currently has a general fund of $424,000. Now Bertolini is planning for next year, and setting goals based on the conversa­ tions and feedback she has received from the board of education, staff and public. While a professor at South Dakota State University, much of Bertolini’s work was about educating teach­ ers, and aspects such as pro­ fessional development. For the first year of professional development at Maple Valley, Bertolini wants to focus on the whole child experience. “We really want to know our students, not just as learners, but as the whole people that they are,” Bertolini said. She also had some Maple Valley teachers trained to become trainers themselves for professional development this year. “I believe in tapping into the faculty we already have,” Bertolini said. That mentality applies to a new position Bertolini has created at Maple Valley - the ascending principal. “The goal of the program is to develop leadership internal to Maple Valley,” Bertolini said. The position is comparable to an assistant principal’s role, but with mentoring and development that will allow the staff member to gain experience in curriculum, staff develop­ ment, communication and having responsibility over a building. The goal of the program is to put people in positions where they will be able to run a building them­ selves, although Bertolini said it is not a guarantee they will do so. Trent Harvey, who has been a dean of students and social and emotional support coach at the elementary level, has been selected as the first ascending principal. Because Cindy Trebian is principal of both Fuller Street Elementary and Maplewood, she has had to move between buildings. Now, whichever school Trebian is at, Harvey will be at the other, so there is always someone for the staff to go to with any issues. “It’s very challenging for the teachers to not have access to someone all the time, to support them when they have questions or con­ cerns, or they need some­ thing,” Bertolini said. Another goal for Bertolini is to give students practical, informational and financial skills for a technological age. She pointed at thinking maps, an initiative that I have big plans and dreams for the valley and I’m really glad that I’m here,” Dr. Katherine Bertolini Superintendent Katherine Bertolini has been on the job just over six months, and has plans for her first full year at Maple Valley. Maple Valley staff started learning about a few months before Bertolini started. The maps give students a way put their thoughts on paper, in a diagram or chart, as a way to break down complex ideas. They encourage kids to be metacognitive, which is thinking about how they think — and the important part is that it will implement­ ed from kindergarten through 12™ grade, which will allow students to build on what they’ve learned. “It’s not about teaching kids what to think,” Bertolini said. “Fact-based teaching is kind of going the way of the Vermontville Jr. Farmers compete at top level Vermontville Junior Farmers Brianne Rhodes (left) and Michaela Cheeseman competed in sweepstakes at the Eaton County Fair. For top ranking showmen, sweepstakes requires 4-H members show an animal from each category for the best overall showmanship award. Rhodes took sixth place in small animal showmanship and 12th overall. Cheeseman was awarded third place in small animal and sixth place overall. dinosaur, because kids can Google anything and have the facts in less than a sec­ ond. But what we really need to teach kids for 21st centu­ ry-learning skills is how to think.” In the long term, one of Maple Valley’s biggest chal­ lenges is tackling declining enrollment. School officials are projecting a 37-student drop in the next school year, which would take the total student enrollment down to 940 students. Bertolini acknowledged the issue is geographic, and many of the schools in the area are losing students. She believes the district needs to be part of a continuum with government at the city, coun­ ty and state level coming up with solutions such as affordable housing and high­ speed internet infrastructure. The most effective part Maple Valley can play is to promote the strengths it has, Bertolini said. “I think everything Maple Valley is doing and the direc­ tion we’re going is so good that I’m hopeful, if we can promote it in the right way and find ways to reach out to people, we can reverse that downward trend, and bring folks back in the district,” Bertolini said. The decline also is having an effect on athletics, which is evidenced in the football team moving to an eight-player team this fall. Athletic Director Landon Wilkes has looked at the numbers for athletic partici­ pation and found the per­ centage of students playing sports has remained about the same,. But, as the overall numbers of students have fallen, so have the number involved in athletics. The way to build athletics back up, is to build the enrollment numbers back up, Bertolini said. Another part of the initia­ tive is to grow the Little Lions program and improve vocational education. IfLittle Lions can bring in families with young children, they may want to stay in the district, Bertolini said. Little Lions is starting a new program this year, Early Childhood Special Education, and will open up space for more students. “I would love to grow that program, but, again, that’s promotion,” Bertolini said. In the winter of 2018, the school started the MV Works program, which is a way for students and adults to learn trade skills. Its first class was for aspiring electricians. But the program sputtered out after its first semester and was in limbo before the superintendent search pro­ cess had even started. Bertolini said she wants to focus on skilled trades at Maple Valley, and pointed to a huge market with jobs that pay well, have good benefits and low costs for student loans. But she wants to make sure it is sustainable, so they don’t repeat the MV Works program pitfalls “I want to resurrect it, but it may not look exactly the same,” Bertolini said. “We need to build our capacity to keep the program running long term.” The school is reintroduc­ ing a building and trades class this year, and Bertolini said she is encouraged by the school’s potential to obtain grants and funding to expand skilled trades because of the focus on the issue at a state level. When the board of educa­ tion was interviewing super­ intendent candidates, staff retention was one ofthe big­ gest challenges facing the district, school board members said. The school does not have the budget to give teachers the raises many board members feel they deserve, and many staff members have left for larger districts in the Lansing and Grand Rapids areas. Bertolini acknowledged the school’s toolbox to address the issue is limited. The school cannot control how much state funding it receives and, with a declin­ ing student enrollment which determines its level of state funding, it’s difficult for rural schools to compete with larger districts. Therefore, Bertolini believes the school needs to come up with “outside of the box” solutions. “What we can work to control is the culture and the climate and the professional­ ism we create,” Bertolini said. “I’m hoping to build a support system for our teach­ ers to really make it the best place in the world to teach and stay, in the long term.” One ofher biggest ideas is to create a teacher founda­ tion to create ways to incen­ tivize teachers to stay in the district, outside of salary alone. It’s still in the plan­ ning and brainstorming phase, but Bertolini has been talking with staff and work­ ing with the Barry Community Foundation to find out how a foundation could best work for Maple Valley. Bertolini said she is learn­ ing from the model of the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Fund, but wants to ensure she does not take anything away from the fundraising they are already doing. But she said if the foundation can get one or two large cornerstone foun­ dations and build on it with funds from other sources such as estate donations, the school can have a sustain­ able support system for its staff. Some possible methods the foundation could use to help teachers who have been at Maple Valley for a num­ ber of years is to assist in paying back their student loans. She pointed out that teachers must continually educate themselves to keep their certifications, which can be expensive. It could be used to help teachers who move into the district with mortgage pay­ ments. Or the school could discount the cost of Little Lions for the children of teachers. “If you live in the district, you work in the district, you raise your children in the district, you tend to stay in the district,” Bertolini said. “A lot of this comes from my work at university, because that’s where I fig­ ured out that you can only do so much with state funding,” she added. While working as a school consultant and education professor, she gained experi­ ence from looking at school districts from the outside, and gained a big picture view of education. Going from K-12 education, to working on educa­ tion at the university level, then becoming a superinten­ dent has given her a different perspective that has helped her think creatively, Bertolini said. “Had I not had almost 19 years in K-12 before I became a professor, I don’t think I’d be good at this job,” she said. Bertolini encourages community members to provide her with feedback. She can be reached at kbertolini® mvs.kl2.mi.us. She also encouraged people to talk to the teachers and staff they already know, because she is always talking to them about what can be done. “It’s always a family, student, teacher partnership and we want to take care of all our stakeholders in the valley,” Bertolini said. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, July 20,2019 — Page 5 $$ 167th Barry County Fair ends tonight Julie Makarewicz 5$ 'S>A> 55 "*?>. ^:S^S *C XI? llJ ^^J X XJJX X ssiJ? iijuX ijJu?LS LSX *S **» Id..JSX’ ’ » Id J £J£ ? ‘5*2!! 52!! The nightly tractor parade through the fairgrounds is a fan favorite. People line up along the route just waiting for the tractors to chug by. ** •** “to ton fcisiti^ *Mio chafe sfefe Maihnh irsaht ®tflt K.fttiflm fesota famiitiiilli :W1®3 IfflHdfe! i ate. Contributing Writer When the lights go out on the Barry County Fair tonight, July 20, it will mark the end of the 167th annual summer event. By Sunday morning, livestock will have been removed from the bams, the midway rides will be on the road to another fair, and the 4-Hers and families will be packed up and heading home. However, the fair still offers plenty to see and do today. Individuals and fami­ lies still have time to see the 4-H animals, take a ride on the carousel, and indulge in some fair food favorites. Today’s events include the show of champions in the show arena starting at 8:30 a.m. This competition pits the top senior and intermediate showmen from 11 different livestock areas on the fair­ grounds. They each must show all ofthe livestock, and the best overall showman will win the coveted title of Barry County Overall Showman Champion. In the grandstand, antique tractor owners will test their machines’ pulling ability starting at 10. a.m. This is a free grandstand event. Following the show of champions will be the fun livestock fashion show at 3 p.m. in the show arena. Rabbits, horses, chickens, goats, dogs, sheep or other animals will be dressed up in costumes that match or com­ plement their owner’s garb, all vying for top honors. A barrel racing contest will start at noon in the horse arena. The midway rides and games also will be open start­ ing at noon. Guests can see the open class and 4-H projects, stroll through the Master Garden, take a peek at animal babies in the Miracle of Birth Tent, see some exotic animals, watch the pole vault competi­ tion, cheer on some racing pigs, laugh along with kids at Farmer John’s show and more - all included with gen­ eral admission. The Saturday night event in the grandstand is the Michigan State Fair Super Cross at 7 p.m. Grandstand admission is $10 per person. Admission to the fair is $5 for anyone age 13 to 59; $3 for adults 60 and up; and free for children age 12 and under. Parking is always plentiful and free, and courtesy golf carts and drivers can help people get around the fair­ grounds, as needed. 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Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m PASTOR RICH MITTERLING 517-231-3434 �Just us Say ay “Ass Advertised ver se inn the e Maple ape Valley aey News ews” Saturday, a ur ay, July uy 20,, 2019 — Page a 7 New band director meets students and family Maple Valley band director Anna Petrenko talks with student David Hochstetler during a receptionThursday. Taylor Owens with before he left, “Swingin’ field trip for the full band StaffWriter Through Time.” The band camp next week. New Maple Valley band will be playing the songs “It’s a lot of music, and director Anna Petrenko just “Sing, Sing, Sing” by Louis it’s a lot of hard music,” wrapped up the first week Prima; “Sway” by Michael Petrenko said during a recep­ working with her students, Buble; and “Fly Me to the tion Thursday evening to and the band hasn’t been Moon” by Bart Howard. meet students, parents and taking it easy. The students have been faculty. Petrenko has been work­ learning the new songs and She has also been instruct­ ing with a performance additional music from ing students on a different theme former director Petrenko at pre-camp this style of marching than they Dennis Vanderhoef came up week, before they take a have been using, and the stu- Band Director Anna Petrenko (left) chats with student Garnet Sheridan (center) and her mother, Cheryl Sheridan. dents are relearning how to that haven’t had a variety of “I’m impressed with how stand and walk in formation. experiences in marching. hard everyone has been For Samuel Hochstetler, “I’m a lot better than I was working,” Petrenko said. it’s a lot to take in after five the first day of pre-camp,” The results of the band’s years of marching one way, Hochstetler said. hard work will be on display to learn something different On top of the new materi­ during a concert at the high his senior year. al, the band has been practic­ school football field at 4:30 “It’s good for us to learn ing outside in the sweltering p.m. Friday, July 26. The something new,” Hochstetler heat, and volunteer Holly band will be een again during said, adding that he believes Berkimer said the band has the Nashville it will give them an edge been taking plenty of water Sesquicentennial Parade at over bands at competitions breaks. noon Saturday, Aug. 3. FFA Continued from pgl Plumbing and Green Light Driving School for $2 a pound. Casey Hodges’ pigs were purchased by Maple Valley Schools, Sandy Paessens, Michigan Education Association and the King Agency for $2 a pound. James Belonga’s pigs were purchased by Tobias High Tensile Fencing and Bader and Sons for $1.65 a pound. Kyleigh Scott’s pigs were purchased by Duane Davidson and Sarah Pierce for $2 a pound. Two FFA members com­ peted in the Michigan State Classified Estate Sales Recreation RED BARN ESTATE SALES. 8411 N 32nd St., Richland, 49083. Fri-Sun, July 19th, 20th, 21st, 2019. 9am-5pm. Come celebrate with us, the life, memories and collection of four generations. 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NEW ANTIQUE STORE in Nashville. Must be very com­ puter knowledgeable. Part­ time, 3-4 days a week, could turn into full time eventually. Call 517-204-0529_________ /Jack£ JudyV\ Maple Valley Youth Pets Help Wanted Home Cookin' Maple Valley Youth Football Sign-ups Summer period: Mon., July 29, 2019, through Thurs., Aug. Location: Maple Valley Football Practice Helds Time: 7-8 pm 3rd-8th Grade Cost: $75.00 • Mighty Mite (1st & 2nd) Cost: $40.00 Fall period: Mon., Aug 19, 2019, through Wed., Aug. 21, 2019 Location: Maple Valley Football Practice fields Time: 6-7 pm 3rd-8th Grade Cost: $75.00 • Mighty Mite (1st & 2nd) Cost: $40.00 • All equipment will be provided at the beginning of the year and scholarships are available upon request. • Both youth football season and cheer season will start on Mon., Aug. 19, 2019, 6-8pm at the Maple Valley practice fields. • Maple Valley summer football camp dates in July. 7th Grade through 12th Grade, Mon., July 22, through Thurs. July 25, 2019, 6-8pm 3rd Grade through 6th Grade, Mon., July 29, through Thurs., Aug. 1, 2019, 6:30-8pm If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call Coach Martin at 517-231-4841 for football or Coach Huissen at 269-838-9326 for cheerleading. �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, July 20,2019 Valley plans for football camps, youth football and cheer sign-up Area superintendents open Hastings Gus Macker Brett Bremer Sports Editor Delton Kellogg Schools superintendent Kyle Corlett announced to his school board Monday that Saturday morning was the highlight of his summer so far. New Hastings Area Schools superintendent Dan Remenap, a former high school basketball coach, drilled a three-pointer to open the Hastings Gus Macker Do or Die Shot Super Duper Championship between himself, Corlett, Thomapple Kellogg Schools superintendent Robert Blitchok and Maple Valley Schools superintendent Dr. Katherine Bertolini at the 2019 Hastings Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament. Blitchok missed his threepoint attempt, trying to match Remenap. Corlett made his try from behind the arc. Bertolini’s granny-style shot flew wide of its mark. That left Remenap and Corlett in a shoot-offon the Dream Court in downtown Hastings. Remenap opened the shootoff with another three-point­ er, that missed. Corlett stepped to the free throw line and knocked down a shot to be crowned the event cham­ pion. While he couldn’t con­ vince tournament officials that the tournament should be moved to Delton due to his victory, Corlett was awarded with a plaque to commemorate the event. The Taking inspriation from the character Ollie in the 1986 film “Hoosiers” Maple Valley Schools superintendent Dr. Katherine Bertolini lofts a free throw towards the rim during the Hastings Gus Macker Do or Die Shot Super Duper Championship at the opening ceremonies of the 8^ annual 3-on-3 basketball tournament in downtown Hastings Saturday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) athletic departments from all four school systems which are a part ofthe Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce were also each awarded with a $150 donation from the chamber. “(Remenap) is a much bet­ ter ballplayer than I am. It was just luck,” Corlett said Monday. There were highlights for ballplayers all around the Barry County Courthouse Saturday and Sunday. The tournament grew to new heights again in 2019, up to 244 teams. That is 10 more teams than in 2018, the Hastings Macker’s previous high. The 2018 and 2019 Macker have shared a mid-July weekend, and the tournament continues to see a boost thanks to the move from late June. Kim Martin from the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce once again took the lead on organizing the Macker tournament. “I am all about the schools, and all about athletics. I just though (the superintendent competition) would be a good way to open the tourna­ ment. Plus, a lot ofthe super­ intendents are brand new. Hastings’ is brand new. Maple Valley’s has only been there half a year. TK’s is in maybe his second year is all. We thought maybe this would be a great way to get the county schools involved and seeing as how we are a coun­ ty-wide chamber it was a good way to get the whole county involved.” Maple Valley summer football camps will be going on at the high school in the coming weeks, soon to be followed by sign-up sessions for the 2019 Maple Valley Youth Football and Cheerleading seasons. A football camp for seventh through 12™ grade ath­ letes will be held July 22-25 from 6 pm. to 8 pm. each evening. The following week, July 29 to Aug. 1, a football camp for third through sixth grade athletes will be held each evening from 6:30 pm. to 8 pm. Players will learn and improve at footwork, hand­ work, and playing in space on both sides of the football, during the camps along with football-specific drills to improve their catch, block­ ing, tackling and throwing ability. “It is that time of the year again for youth football and cheerleading camp and sign­ ups. As a part of our mission statement and as a commit­ ment to making youth sports affordable, we have lowered our early, summer and fall signup costs. It is our hope by doing so, we can continue to sustain and introduce young athletes to both of these great sports,” Maple Valley varsity football coach Marty Martin said. “So, if you want your child to play a fon sport and learn about hard work, resil­ iency, grit, camaraderie and a commitment to a cause larger than themselves (their team) please come and see us.” There will be a summer sign-up period for youth football at the Maple Valley football practice fields each evening July 29 through Aug. 1 from 7 pm. to 8 pm. - coinciding with the dates of the youth camp. A second “fall” sign-up period will be held each evening Aug. 19-21 from 6 pm. to 7 pm. at the Maple Valley football practice fields. The cost to sign up third through eighth grade athletes for the pro­ gram is $75. The cost to participate in the fall season is $40 for the Mighty Mite program, for first and second grade athletes. Maple Valley Youth Cheerleading sign-ups will also be held from 6 pm. to 7:30 pm. each evening Aug. 19-21 at the high school football field. The cost to participate in the cheer pro­ gram is $55. All equipment will be pro­ vided at the beginning of the year and scholarships are available upon request. Both the youth football season and cheer season will start on Monday, Aug. 19,' with practices from 6 pm. to 8 pm. at the Maple Valley practice fields. Those with any questions should not hesitate to call coach Martin at 517-231­ 4841 for football or coach Sarah Huissen at 269-838­ 9326 for cheerleading: More information may be found on the Maple Valley Youth Football Facebook page. DOBBIIXIS eo „ AUTO SERVICE CENTER Now offering factory dealer com­ puter programing for Our Diagnostic Computer Software is Compatible With All Makes & Models 945-0191 JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE. INC. Owner, Jeff Dobbin, ASE Master Technician Over 28 years experience 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE Come visit our 24/7 full-service ATM, located at 121 Eastside Dr. Vermontville, Ml 49096 • Deposit Checks • Transfer Money • Balance Inquiries • Withdraw Cash CREDIT UNION Our service. Your success. 517.393.7710 • casecu.org LENDER For your convenience, our Vermontville branch is open Monday: 9 AM - 2 PM Wednesday: Noon -5 PM Friday: Noon -5 PM � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-07-27.pdf acf29c3248ba4f16870c97d193e9cbfd PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY ews CELEBRATING 150 TEARS Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 A local paper oftoday! Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 30, July 27, 2019 A celebration 150 years in the making Kermit Douse discusses last-minute plans during the final sesquicentennial planning meeting Monday. Local fire departments will compete in a water ball tournament behind the business­ es to the west of South Main Street. Flea market, lawn games at Visit Vermontville Day Taylor Owens Club. Staff Writer The Vermontvillle The fourth annual Visit Township Fire Department Vermontville Day will start has invited neighboring fire­ at 8 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 3. fighters to compete in a water The event will kick off ball tournament east of the with a flea market on South businesses. Competing teams Main Street from 8 a.m. to 4 will try to push a ball on a p.m., with music from Voo wire into the other’s territory, Doo DJs. using only water hoses. Breakfast will be served at Village council members the First Congregational will cook free hot-dogs at the Church from 7 to 10 a.m., community center starting at with freewill donations going 11 a.m. Across the street, the toward Chasing Purple 4-H Vermontville Township Library will host lawn games and crafts from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the park. A pedal trac­ tor pull will take place on South Main Street. At 2 p.m., children will have a chance to win a free bicycle, and a comhole tour­ nament will begin. The cost to enter the tournament is $10 per team, and all proceeds from the tournament and the flea market will be donated to the Vermontville Historical Museum. Taylor Owens Staff Writer After over two years of planning, the Nashville Sesquicentennial is almost here. “It’s a countdown now, folks. It’s getting very excit- ing and very real,” Sesquicentennial Committee Chair Kermit Douse said during a final planning meet­ ing Monday. “I think it’s going to be a great event, as long as the weather cooper­ ates.” It’s been a long road for the planners, as they experi­ mented with ideas, created committees, consolidated them and figured out how to pay for everything. See CELEBRATION, pg. 15 Verbal exchange gets ugly in Vermontville Luke Froncheck Staff Writer A Vermontville Township resident, upset about how his tax payments have been handled, accused township officials and the Eaton County treasurer of financial mismanagement Thursday during an exchange that Nashville honors village treasurer Lois Elliston the office has been her home, Taylor Owens and the staff her community. Staff Writer “I’ve always enjoyed the After 43 years of stellar service to the Village of people,” Elliston said. “I will Nashville, Lois Elliston’s miss everyone.” Many people who worked retirement party was a simple affair that took place at a reg­ with Elliston during her time as treasurer were invited to ular meeting on Thursday. “I’ve known Lois for a the council’s meeting for the long time, and if there’s a cake and refreshment cele­ nicer, better person in this bration afterwards, but they world, I do not know who all heard an unexpected piece that is,” said Nashville of business before the meet­ Village President Mike ing ended when Kenyon stat­ Kenyon. The council present­ ed that he had one last ed Elliston with a plaque rec­ announcement to make. “At our next meeting, I ognizing “her 43 years of service, dedication, loyalty would like to propose that we and love for the Village of rename Riverside Park to the Lois Elliston Riverside Park,” Nashville.” Elliston originally started Kenyon said. Elliston was on working for the council part­ the board created to turn the time, taking minutes during land near Thomapple River, meetings. Later she became a then a swamp where people trustee and, after a year on sometimes dumped their the council, Elliston ran for trash, into a park with a base­ treasurer, which later became ball field more than 25 years Lois Elliston is presented a plaque from the Nashville an appointed position that she See TREASURER, pg. 3 Village Council to recognize her 43 years of service. has filled ever since. She said ended with him walking out of the meeting. “You folks broke the law with felonies left and right,” Larry Gay told the board. “You folks were going to push me out of my house if I didn’t have the paper trail.” Gay accused township Treasurer Shirley Harmon of working with his mortgage pany to charge him for s he had already paid. He he always pays his taxes y, but he feared that he ld be forced out of his se anyway. upervisor Jack Owens Gay that the only delin­ t tax bill he was given Gay was from 2016 and the other information ns had received from was from the 2017, ‘18 ‘19 tax seasons. But ns said he didn’t underd how that information ed what Gay was alleg“But I’m not a treasurer, don’t know.” “We’ve heard this month after month. We’ve done all that we can.” Jack Owens, township supervisor Last November, township officials reported that some taxpayer checks had never been received by the treasur­ er. The checks were received, months later. Since then, Gay has expressed displeasure with the way the township treasurer is managing tax­ payer money. “We’ve heard this month after month,” Owens told Gay. “We’ve done all that we can.” Gay replied, “You haven’t done anything.” See EXCHANGE, pg. 13 In This Issue Barry County Brewfest moves to Nashville Saturday Family donates rock for historical marker in new Parady Park Nerf wars come to Vermontville Barry County added to CWD Management Zone �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, July 27,2019 Barry County Brewfest moves to Nashville Saturday With Michigan’s craft beer industry continuing to expand annually, Barry County got its first ‘taste’ of what the excitement is all about in 2016 with the launch of the Barry County BrewFest. Held in downtown Middleville that August, the inaugural event attracted nearly 1,000 attendees from throughout the region despite torrential rain and tornado warnings in neigh­ boring counties. The event followed up with a successful sophomore frame the following summer in Freeport, in conjunction with that community’s ‘Homecoming’ festival in July. Last year saw BrewFest in Delton the same August weekend as its annual Founders Festival. “Last year was our biggest turnout to date,” said Travis Alden, event organizer and president ofthe Barry County Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Alliance. “We heard through­ out the day that attendees either hadn’t been to Delton in quite a while, or it was their first time to the commu­ nity other than driving through. That’s really the point of moving this event each year - to attract area visitors to our great Barry County communities.” The fourth annual Barry County BrewFest is Saturday, Aug. 3, from 2 to 8 p.m. in downtown Nashville. Crowds fill a tent for the 2018 Barry County Brewfest in Delton. (Photo provided) Featuring specialty brews, hard ciders, wine and mead from 22 of Michigan’s best craft breweries, BrewFest will offer something for everyone, he said. “People love to come to festivals like this to sample new brews, explore trends in the industry and overall just have a great time,” Alden said. “It’s an event that really works well to attract folks for the day and give them an The Maple Valley Alumni Association sends a hearty Congratulations to Nashville at her 150th! Go Nashville! We also send a shout out to the Maple Valley Alumni who got the ball rolling for the Celebration more than 2 years ago: Kermit Douse and Mike Kenyan To the Class of 1969 who donated the first $150, thankyou! To Holly Berkimer and the Alumni Band who will be opening the Celebration on Friday night at 6 pm - Roar! To the Centennial Queen Cathy Mix Haylock, who was still a student when she was crowned, we send a royal wave! To all of our alumni involved in big and small ways throughout both Nashville and Vermontville, thank you for your servant hearts. You complete us. opportunity to check out the town while they’re here.” Bringing visitors to the small communities through­ out Bany County is one of the chamber’s goals for the event. BrewFest is intention­ ally held in a different loca­ tion each year. “I volunteered last year to see how the event is run, and it was really great seeing the influx of visitors to Delton from all over the area,” said Lori Courtney, owner of Court-Side Screenprinting & Embroidery in downtown Nashville and Hastings. “I’m really excited to have Brewfest in Nashville this year, welcoming so many from all over Michigan and beyond to our community during sesquicentennial weekend.” While it is a logistical challenge to plan for BrewFest in a new location each year, it is well worth the effort, according to chamber officials. “The chamber’s office is in Hastings, but we are truly a county-wide organization,” said Rob Ranes, chair of the chamber board of directors and senior vice president at Highpoint Community Bank. “This event helps us develop deeper relationships in each community and bring some new activity and energy to each town.” As the event continues to grow over time, event orga­ nizers anticipate a snowball effect that will positively impact Barry County as a whole. “Awareness for this event is high locally, and I’ve heard from a whole lot of people who have attended all three Brewfests so far who are also coming to Nashville,” Alden said. “And these are folks who might not make the trip to Nashville otherwise. Then next year, the same thing will happen in the host communi­ ty. It’s sort of a multiplier that will help each town that hosts BrewFest.” “The Nashville area has a lot to offer, but sometimes it takes an event like BrewFest to get on people’s radar and get them to stop here and check things out,” said Kermit Douse, chairperson of the Nashville Sesquicentennial Celebration ft (0? 1z$1 A*1 jZ Z ft |Zl 11 1 10*1 dcZ gS (118® [spay®, ptfeW OLndiniil (iiapstilit ejiifMlffli fttatai W.wiijjif. Apply in past Minjlic,l( kyjtnwii URNHEll n wm KHAWS ; mill Amu GVSU graduate list includes local students More than 3,200 Grand Valley State University stu­ dents participated in com­ mencement ceremonies in April at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids. Local students who gradu­ ated at the conclusion of the winter semester include: Charlotte - Gabrielle L. DeGroot, bachelor of sci­ ence; Kimberly R. Long, bachelor of business admin- istration; Anna M. Utter, elor of science; Victoria E. bachelor of science in social Timmer, bachelor of science; work. Zachary P. Wilcox, bachelor Hastings Charles E. of business administration. Billingsley, bachelor of sci­ Mulliken - Jill M. Spitzley, ence; Kourtney J. Dobbin, bachelor of science; Mary F. Feldpausch, bachelor of sci­ ence in nursing; Kylie L. Pickard, bachelor ofbusiness administration; Ruth M. Albion College volleyball Purchase, bachelor of sci­ team memberAlivia Benedict ence; James E. Senard, bach- of Vermontville was one of 170 Albion athletes named to the 2018-19 Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association Academic Honor Roll which recognizes stu­ dent-athletes who maintain a NASHVILLE bachelor of science in nurs­ ing. Nashville - Christopher S. Scheil, bachelor of arts. Benedict named to MIAA Academic Honor Roll Call 269-945-9554 lor Maple Valiev News ads From The 414“1I pnnlanninnng m mcommiHaa iiHttaeae. attended BrewFest last year, and it’s the kind of event that will work well with our sesquicentennial plans to bring people to town to have a good time, and hopefully come back again soon.” While the brews take cen­ ter stage at the event, Brewfest is coinciding with the three-day celebration of its 150th anniversary of Nashville’s founding. The weekend offers a slew of additional activities, ranging from a parade, historical pre­ sentations, live music, family a activities, world-re­ cord-breaking attempt and more. “We were looking for a way to help our sesquicentennial have a broader reach throughout the area, and col­ laborating with the Barry County Chamber was a no-brainer,” said Tanett Hodge, Nashville Village Council member and part of the sesquicentennial commit­ tee. “We’re excited to show everybody a great time and create lifelong memories for our community.” More about the sesquicentennial celebration can be found at nashvillel50.org. Tickets for Barry County BrewFest are $15 in advance (available online, at Court­ Side or at the chamber office) or $20 at the gate. Admission includes access to the event, a commemorative 5-ounce tasting glass and five tasting tickets. Admission is $5 for designated drivers, and free for anyone under 21 years old. These attendees will not be served any alcohol. The website barrybrewfest.com has event informa­ tion, a brewery list, and option to purchase advance tickets. 3.5 grade-point average for the academic year and earn a varsity letter in an MIAAsponsored sport. Benedict is majoring in music and German language and culture. She is the daugh­ ter of Brad and Dawn Benedict. Maple Valley News Published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com ’Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & ceo Hank Schuuring« cfo • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p. 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Part­ For Rent planned, and Roberts asked time, 3-4 days a week, could Nashville Police Chief Chris Koster answers public questions during a Q&A with the turn into full time eventually. VERMONTVILLE 2 BED- the council when work department Thursday. ROOM, newly remodeled should be suspended so as Call 517-204-0529__________ home with 2 car garage. NO not to interfere with festivi­ “It gave everybody an of Commerce to hold Works volunteer in anticipa­ GENERAL LABORER: JOB PETS!! 517-930-1187. ties. The council asked opportunity to air out their Brewfest in the village limits tion of the work for the includes lifting and stacking Roberts to cease work Friday concerns,” Koster said. “It and approved Tom Pierce as Sesquicentennial lumber. Candidates must Garage Sale a Department of Public Celebration. by 4 p.m., as the celebration was a good thing.” submit to and pass a pre-emKoster also encouraged ployment drug test. Starting VERMONTVILLE 2019 GA- officially begins at 6 p.m., wage $14.00 hour, Benefits,; RAGE SALES: 539 S. Main, and then continue its work on people to contact the depart­ 401K and Vacation. Apply in Wed, Thurs, and Friday, and Sunday Trustee Tanett ment about any more ques­ person at 396 Main St, Sunfield 179 E. Main on Friday and Hodge, who is the also the tions or concerns. Saturday. MI 48890. “It’s open door, give us a sesquicentennial events coor­ dinator, said Sunday’s activi­ call, stop in,” Koster said. WATER WELL DRILLING Automotive Both Kenyon and Koster ties will take place in Putnam Company seeking full and Park, so work on the bridge said they would like to have Wind Deflector $225 and part-time help. Will pay com­ ChiWcw LLC more Q&A sessions in the 5th wheel tailgate, fit Chevy petitive wages. 40 hrs plus should not be an issue. ‘88 to ‘97. Call or text 269­ overtime offered. Preferred Though the bridge was not future. 838-3245 anytime.______ CDL with valid drivers license. In additional business, the able to be open in time for Job expectations in field of the celebration, Roberts said council approved a bid from fabrication, operation ofheavy it will “absolutely” be open Lakeland Asphalt for an esti­ Wanted equipment and laborer avail­ mated 945 tons worth ofroad able. Random drug and alco­ VENDORS WANTED FOR in time for the first day of 517-852-4046 paving work in the village for hol screening will be required. Craft, Antique & Flea Market school Aug. 19. 301 Fuller St., Nashville, MI 49037 $81,674. The village received Before the meeting the Apply in person. Ewing Well being held at Barry Expo Cenbusy.bees.preschool.childcare@gmail.com Drilling, Inc., 10076 Nashville ter, Hastngs, Hastings, on Sat & Sun, Nashville Police Department only one other bid, from Hwy., Vermontville, Michigan Set ep. 7th & 8th, 2019 . $40 for or had a Q&A forum with the Rieth-Riley Asphalt for T We’reflying into a new schoolyear! 49096.517-726-0088. 2 day show. Call 517-980-0468.six members of the public $160,650. BUSY BEE’S PRESCHOOL “ Lakeland has done who attended. Police Chief BARN HELP WANTED: f CLASSES ARE STILL MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE Antenna Menn^^l Chris Koster and officers of work for us, and they do Keath Bartynski and Chris good stuff,” Kenyon said. WITH HORSES. LOCATED : OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT! Digital TV Antennas The council also unani­ IN HASTINGS. 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It was that kind of service 400 Exhibitors. Rain or Shine. 8:00am to 4:00pm, located to the community that earned at the Fairgrounds, right in Elliston the accolades she Allegan, Michigan. $4.00 ad-received at Thursday’s meetmission. No Pets. ing and why she was also a natural choice to serve as the Recreation Sesquicentennial Grand SUMMER SPLASH!! AD- Marshal on Saturday, Aug. 3. VENTURE Awaits CampIn other business on ground Camping—full hook-Thursday, Michigan up or water and electric only. Department ofTransportation Swimming, fishing, water Engineer Dan Roberts pro­ slide, kid's playground, beach, vided the council an update volleyball court, diving platform, water bull riding. 50 on the bridge replacement, noting that the work is catchmile Paul here Henry Trail starts forThomapple hiking and ing up and is now is only one We Are Still Open COOPERTIRES The American Red Cross will conduct a blood drive Wednesday, July 31, from 11 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. at the Barry County Commission on Aging, 320 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings. Donors of all blood types, especially type O, are urged to make an appointment to donate using the Blood Donor App, at RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767). Anyone who is at least 17 years old, weighs a minimum of 110 pounds, who is in rea­ sonably good health and has not donated for 56 days is eligible. Donation appointments and completion of a RapidPass online health his­ tory questionnaire are encouraged to help reduce the time it takes to donate. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. starting September 16 3 YEAR OLD (andyounger) PROGRAM W VMk A Tuesday and Thursday 8:30 a.m.-l 1:30 a.m. starting September 17 Thankyoufor choosing Busy Bee’s to help you with your busy little ones! Licensing number: DC080395836 NOW SERVING NASHVILLE & Telecom Sera VERMONTVILLE. Brakes • Tune-Ups Iw" ■l ■ Mufflers • Batteries oil Changes • Shocks Struts* AC Diagnostic Services Mechanic on Du www.m66tire.com • email: m66tirecooper@att.nei 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66, Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 Ph 61fi-374-1?nn • Fan 616-374-4427- Call for Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 w 1-909-879-7985 R law ■ SI BsSssiBm �Page 4 — Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, July 27,2019 Dorothy J. Corkins Terrence L Mix Terrence “Terry” L. Mix lost his courageous battle with cancer on July 15,2019. He was bom on September 28, 1954 to Russell L. and Barbara J. (Laurie) Mix in Hastings. He graduated from Maple Valley High School in 1973. Terry married Rob­ in Musser on November 23, 1974. He spent over 44 years at Hastings Manufacturing Company, retiring in Febru­ ary of2019. Terry enjoyed camping, fishing, and going up north. He spent many Sundays curs­ ing the Detroit Lions. Fol­ lowing Maple Valley sports, as well as, the Michigan State Spartans were some ofhis fa­ vorite pastimes. Terry was preceded in death by his father, Russell L Mix; grandparents, Ted and Vada Mix, Abe and Thelma Laurie, and brother-in-law, Charles (Chuck) Haylock. He is survived by his children, Amanda (Kevin) Petersen and Jeremy (Kelly Hamilton) Mix; his mother, Barbara Mix; sister, Cathy Haylock; grandchildren, Jacob, Mitch, and Emily, the McDonald boys, Robin Mix, and his dear friend, Mike Norris. Cremation will take place. There will be a memorial service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Barry County Commission on Aging in Terry’s memory. Arrangements by Simply Cremation. Marabeth Graham VERMONTVILLE, MI Marabeth Graham, age 67, ofVermontville passed away Friday, July 26, 2019 at her home. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please visit our website at www. danielsflmeralhome.net GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, Dorothy J. Corkins has earned her wings and is now home with her heavenly family. She passed away July 21,2019. Dorothy was bom April 7, 1943 to George and Angeline (Bleam) Skedgell. Dorothy was the fifth child and only daughter. She was raised near Nashville, growing up on the family dairy farm on Mason Road. She attended Nashville schools and graduated with the Nashville High School class of 1961. After she com­ pleted high school, Dorothy went on to beauty school in Battle Creek. She met her husband, Fred Corkins, while in high school. They married in September of 1964 upon his return from service as a SeaBee with the United States Navy. They purchased a home on Main Street in Nashville where they raised their daughters, Tammy and Debbie. In 1992 they moved back to Dorothy’s family home on Mason Road where they resided un­ til 2013. Nothing was more import­ ant to Dorothy than being a strong part of her children and grandchildren’s lives. Rarely was there an athletic event, 4-H competition, pi­ ano recital or band concert involving a grandchild where Dorothy was not front and center, supporting her family. When she wasn’t supporting her family, she was planting flowers of all types in her yard. She didn’t call a house home until she had put her touch on the yard with beau­ ty Dorothy is survived by her husband of 54 years; daugh­ ters, Tammy (Rob) Franks and Debbie (Wayne) Meade; grandchildren, Tyler (Katy) Franks, Emily Franks, Laken Call 269-945-9554 for more information. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St, Nashville ocal Church Schedule One lost sheep Meade, Travis Franks, and Grace Meade. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Wayne (Ada Yaudes) Skedgell, Don (Phyllis) Skedgell, Gerald Skedgell, George Skedgell. Also surviving her are sis­ ters-in-law, Joyce Skedgell and Jane Skedgell, Judith (Corkins) Jenkins, and many nieces and nephews she loved and adored in life. The family will receive visitors on Saturday, July 27, at the Nashville United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be held at the Nashville United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 27, 2019. There will be time of fellow­ ship and luncheon immedi­ ately following the funeral service at the Nashville Unit­ ed Methodist Church. Interment will take place following the luncheon at Lakeview Cemetery in Nash­ ville. Memorial contributions may be made to Faith Hos­ pice at 2100 Raybrook SE, Suite 300, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 or Family Promise of Barry County at bcfamilypromise.org or PO Box 312, Hastings, MI 49058. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please vis­ it our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net. GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Morning Worship: 930 am. Worship Service............................... 9:45 a.m. ................................... 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer Children's Sunday School: 930 a.m. Sunday School.................................. 11:00 a.m. ......................... 1130 a.m. Holy Communion Morning Worship 11 a one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. AM. Worship........................................................ 11 .Evening Worship 6 517-7264)526 Evening Worship.................................................. 6 .Wednesday Family Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting......................................................7 Phone: (517) 543-5488 . PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Adult Sunday School: 10:50 am. PASTOR KAREN KINNEY United Methodist Women: 517-852-2043 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE Worship................................................... 9:15 a.m. 9617 E. Baseline Rd. 110 S. Main St, Vermontville, Ml 49096 PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI (517) 726-0258 517-588-8415 10: 00 a.m. Church Service 11: 00 am. ......... Fellowship (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study ‘No matter who you are, or where you are and many other activities. on life's Journey, you are welcome here.' Phone (269) 963-7710 REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd 301 Fuller St, Nashville Sunday Service 10 am. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sunday School..................................... 9:45 a.m. Contemporary Service, AM. Service.... 1:15 a.m. P.M. Service.... .6pm PASTOR GEORGE GAY Sunday: Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, 304 Phillips St, Nashville AM. Worship.............. ........... n Children's Classes, Sunday School..................................... 9:45 a.m. Pastors David & Rose P.M. Worship.............. ............ 6 Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. "Where Wednesday Evening: information call 1 -269-731-5194. Worship................................................................... 7 PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE AM. Service......................................... n a.m. Leadership Training P.M. Service................................................ 6pja PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Wed. Service............................................. 7 p.m. Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass........................................ 930 am. 6043 E. M-79 Highway, FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS 4 miles west of Nashville A mission of St Rose Catholic Church, (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Hastings both spiritually and physically. VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville Sunday School................... ........................... 9:45 a Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 Worship Service................ ................................. 11 a Sunday Evening Service ...................... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service... ................. 6:30 p.m. AWANA............................... 630-8 p.m. Wed. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH p.m.; Wed. 630 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & For PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE We seek to feed the hungry, Sun. Praise & Worship 1030 am., 6.00 Special.* RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK Sunday Worship.................................. 8:30 a.m (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Someone 795-2370 or Common Prayer used for all services. Phone 517-852-1993 8593 Cloverdale Road PASTOR A Spirit-filled Church KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Comer of Baseline & Church Roads PEGGY BAKER ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES is For more Information call: Traditional 1928 Book of Sunday School............................... 1030 a.m. Everyone Sunday Services: Rt Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 3rd Thursday, 1230 p.m. (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service........................................... 9 a.m. girls ages 4-12. 269-945-9554 or 1-800-670-7085 Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Charlotte Sunday: Night Service............................................... 6:45 Call for Maple Valiev News classified ads ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 9:45 a Sunday School Glenn Branham, Pastor Nashville Assembly of God “See that you do not look down on one ofthese little ones. For I tellyou that their angels in heaven always see the face ofmy Father in heaven. {11 The Son ofMan came to save what was lost.} 12 “What do you think? Ifa man owns a hundred sheep, and one ofthem wanders away, will he not leave the ninety-nine on the hills and go to lookfor the one that wandered off? 13 And ifhefinds it, I tellyou the truth, he is happier about that one sheep than about the nine­ ty-nine that did not wander off. 14 In the same way your Father in heaven is not willing that any ofthese little ones should be lost. A meme on social media reads, “Jesus leaving the 99 to find one seems illogical, irrational, and senseless — until that one is you.” Another version reads, “Jesus leaving the 99 to find 1 seems crazy until you are the one.” It may sound like Jesus made a bad deal — until I am that one. The saying misses the point; or skews it. The shepherd did not forsake the 99. They were safe. They were all together and all okay. The one, however, may be caught in a thicket; his foot may be caught in a crag. He would be easy prey for any predator that came his way. He was unprotected. He was in danger. He was at risk. He was lost. The 99 did not need the shepherd at the moment; the lost one needed the shepherd. The lost one needed to be found. Recast the scene. Instead of sheep in a field, there are 100 kids at the beach. One child gets into trouble out in the surf. The lifeguard leaves the 99 kids on the beach to rescue the one drowning. Not one of the 99 kids feels slighted. None of the parents are upset with his decision. Collectively, everyone is glad the lifeguard sprang into action to save the one child in danger. That is the point of the parable. It is about the value of the soul; each one is of infinite worth. God is not willing that any should per­ ish. (2 Peter 3:9) Are you bom again? Are you winning the lost? NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School........................................ 110 am. From the Fulpit PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR JOE BENEDICT QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West WorshiP................................................ 11:15 am. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9.00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR RICH MITTERUNG 517-231-3434 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, July 27,2019 — Page 5 Proceeds from the days events and the corn hole game will go to benefit the Vermontville Historical Museum Maintenance and repair fund. AUGUST 3, 2019 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. COMMUNITY WIDE GARAGE SALES Thursday, Friday and Saturday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. — Flea Market on Main Street et VooDoo DJ’s — All Day Entertainment 7-10 a.m. — Free will offering Breakfast at Vermontville First Congressional Church To benefit the Chasing Purple 4-H Group 10:30 a.m. --Volunteer Fire Department Water Ball fun for kids in the West Back Alley 10:30 a.m. — Martial Arts Demonstration by Leaders For Life of Charlotte Crafts and Games for kids in the park through out day hosted by the Vermontville Library 11 a.m. -1 p.m. — Village Meet & Greet in the park - FREE hot dog lunch to all. 11 a.m. — Kids Pedal Itactor Pull on Main Street Noon-2 p.m. Games for kids of all ages on Main Street. Including water games, pool noodle hockey, relays and much more. Free to everyone! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS Elite Sponsors - Maple Leaf Inn, Build Masters Building and Rentals, Case Credit Union and VooDoo DJ’s Gold Sponsors - First Congregational Church of Vermontville Silver Sponsors - JoLei’s Diner of Vermontville, Riverside Cafe of Bellevue, Stanton’s Realty and Auctioneering, Whispering Pines Archery of Vermontville, Ace Auto, Sunset Bakery and Coffee Shop, Candy Ford of Charlotte, Tai Gearheart State Farm Insurance of Hastings, Jim and Joann Femke, Gene and Mary Fisher, Eaton County Commissioner, Rob Piercefield, Maple Valley Tax and Accounting of Sing Studio of Vermontville, Valley Plows And More, and the Ladies of The Vermontville Library 2 p.m. — Free bicycle give away for kids. Pick up your tickets during the day and you must be present to win. 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. — Annual Com Hole Tournament Like us on Facebook @ Visit Vermontville Day $10perteamtoploy THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS! FOUNDED IN 1863 B ® (5. 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Main St., Vermontville 517.726.0098 State Farm Tai Gearhart Agent 825 S Hanover St. Hastings, Ml 49058 269-948-1284 Toll Free 866-948-1284 JoLeis Diner J 174 S. Main St., Vermontville 517-208*0044 Homemade Breaklast, lunch, Dinner & De lor the barn Mon. & Hie.: 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Wed. & Thur.: 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.: 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Sai.;8a.m.-1O|UB. Sun.: 8a.ln.-3 p.m. �Page 6 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. July 27,2019 Family donates rockfor historical marker in new Parady Park Tanett Hodge Staff Writer The Hawblitzes love their community and eagerly donated a large conglomer­ ate rock found on their fami­ ly farm after they learned in 2018 the village was in need of one. The Hawblitz family has owned and fanned land on Lawrence Road since 1879. The property is recognized as an original farmstead. “Actually, the records show that our family was paying taxes on the property from 1874 on,” Ken Hawblitz said. “Maybe they were crop sharing or something.” Names associated with the Hawblitz heritage are John and Katherine Hawblits, who came to America from Leila and Ken Hawblitz, who have deep roots in Nashville, are pleased to donate the conglomerate rock for a historical marker placement in Central - soon to be Parady - Park. Ken and Leila Hawblitz take a look at progress in the downtown park and how their donated rock fits in. Since the time this photo was taken, sod has been laid and the plaque has been put in place on the large rock. Wurtenburg, Germany, in 1830, and their son, Jonas, who moved to Maple Grove Township around 1879 and purchased the family farm. The family line also includes Marshalls, Morgenthalers and Wengers. While farming the land in the past decade, Ken Hawblitz found a substan­ tially sized conglomerate rock and had put it to the side for future use. When the need for a rock for the histor­ ical marker, donated by the Nashville Historical Society, was made public, Hawblitz quickly contacted the village and offered what now stands permanently in the updated park to be renamed at the sesquicentennial Aug. 3 at 11 a.m. “Our family has lived in the Maple Grove area forev­ er,” Ken’s mother, Leila, said. “I remember Saturday night movies in the 1940s on the side ofthe present antique store downtown. They would put up a big white sheet, and everyone would sit in Central Park and watch.” Leila and her late hus­ band, Blair, were heavily involved in the community throughout their marriage. Blair was a graduate of Nashville High School in 1950 and Leila went to Stevens Country School and graduated from Hastings High School. 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His par­ still stands on the southwest and ents, Cyrus and Harriet corner of Main Buxton, were among the first Washington and is currently pioneers of Castleton undergoing renovation. Some readers may remem­ Township, moving here from Vermont in 1840. As a young ber Buxton Block as a gro­ store, named man, “Alf’ no doubt learned cery his positive work ethic from Appelman’s Grocery, or a his parents, helping them run later version known as the the family’s 160-acre farm in Stop and Shop grocery Section 33 of the township. owned by the Erwin family. Section 33 is just south of The building was also a M-79 on the way to Hastings, flower shop in the 1970s, a about where the Daniels hardware store after that, and now the current home of the Funeral Home now stands. “Alf* was a handy young Maple Valley Community man to have around. He Center of Hope. During his time in the worked in local sawmills and was credited with producing shop, Buxton produced the boards for one of handcrafted guns, steam Nashville’s first store build­ engines, lathes and grinders ings in the 1850s. Not one to and other items by hand. be idle, he traveled to New Toward the top of the build­ York state to learn the ropes ing visitors today can find his of gunsmith manufacturing stamp of ownership upon the at the Remington Armory in structure. In the middle of the 1860s. Once he felt profi­ the top portion ofbrick is one cient at this art, Buxton larger cement brick with the returned to Nashville to Buxton name on it as well as strike out on his own. Alf’s the date of the building’s first gunsmith shop was on construction in a notation Church Street, east of State marked, “Buxton 1880.” Street and just north of Even today the brickwork is today’s Hometown Lumber inspiring. Where did Alf and his property. In 1880, he moved his business to a downtown family live? Only a few location and built the Buxton blocks away, on the comer of Reed and State Streets in a yellow brick home on the southeast comer. In the mid1950s, it was the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Wilson who ran an insurance busi­ ness out of the dwelling for many years. Mrs. Wilson was the widow of Alf’s son Gail, and George and Margery continued to live in the Buxton home. From this location, Mr. Buxton only needed to walk the distance of three village blocks to open his shop each day. Buxton’s downtown busi­ ness lasted 44 years, from Price had first settled in Ada, Michigan in the mid-1830s (Michigan was not admitted to the Union until 1837), and then made his way to Section 23 of Castleton Twp in 1846. He traded his oxen for 80 acres of land where not a tree had been cut down, making the Price family one of the “Founding Families” of the area. Nashville was nothing more than small farms and trees at that time. There were no businesses developed until the mid-1850s and it wasn’t until 23 years after the Price family arrived that the village was incorporated. Alexander Price joined the many Native Americans in their hunting parties and invited them to stay at his log home for visits. Christopher Columbus Price, was reared on this farm and tended to the devel­ opment of the property. His fundamental education was under the roof of his log home and it is written that he attended one year of school at the Nashville Public School. Since that school was the community’s very first school and was built in 1866, Christopher would have been a 20-year-old stu­ dent. While still a boy, Christopher Price remem­ bered seeing some of the main roads, such as M-66, originally designated M-14, as just two-rut wagon trails chopped out from the forest. From his family farm, Price watched the township rapid­ ly develop. He remained on his father’s farm until, at the age of 27 in 1876, he pur­ chased 60 acres ofland in the Castleton area for his own homestead. By 1877, the major por­ tion of Price’s new property was under cultivation and he had first-class buildings and barns from which to attend to his fields and livestock. Price remained in the business of agriculture at this estate for 50 years. He and his wife, Ella, who passed away in 1925, lost their only child in infancy. After Ella Ella’s’s death, Christopher continued to live in his home but, in 1926, went to live with relatives in D.C. Washington, ‘Alf ‘ Buxton 1845-1924 Christopher Columbus Price 1849 -1935 Christopher Columbus Price was bom in Castleton Township on April 13, 1849 to Alexander and Clarissa (Brown) Price. The family lived on what was known for many years as Price’s Corners, located approxi­ mately where M-66 now comes into town from the north and intersects with Thomapple Lake Road. 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State in Nashville 517-852-0882 Christopher Price died at the age of 87 and was brought back here to his birthplace, to be buried with family. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, July 27, 2019 — Page 9 Schedule of Events FRIDAY 6:00 PM Welcome, Main Stage, Maple Street, next to Shirley's Maple Valley Alumni & Community Band, Holly Jo Berkimer Invocation, Reverend Jeff Hodge Proclamation, Representative Julie Colley Introduction of the Founding Families, Kermit Douse Introduction of the Centennial Queen, Cathy Mix Haylock Crowning of the Sesqui Queen, Kay Bansemer, and Princess, Claire Miller Introduction of the Grand Marshall, Lois Elliston Mass Renewal of Wedding Vows, Stewart Graham SURPRISE Event!!! Talent Showcase, Sabrina Nelson SATURDAY 7: 00 AM - 11:00 AM, Firemen's Pancake Breakfast Firehouse 8: 30 AM - Color Walk/Run sponsored by Spectrum Health Pennock, Cost: S7.00 Start: Fuller Street School, register at Nashvillel50.org before Noon on August 2 9: 00 AM - 8:00 PM, Pioneer Village, Ball Field 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Vintage Marketplace, VFW 9: 00 AM - Noon, Tour the Historical Putnam District Library 10 AM - Noon & 2PM - 4PM - Children's Games, Jenna Burns and Lindsa; Westendorp (Great Starts Readiness Program), Putnam Library 10: 00 AM - Spectrum Veggie Van, old Dollar General 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, United Methodist Church will be open for tour, a historical exhibit, and a cooling area 10:00 - 6:00PM, Bounce House, Baseball Ball Diamond, by Musser's 10: 30 AM - Brass Quintet in Central Park 11: 00 AM - 4:00 PM, Petting Zoo, Ashley Fox-Morowski, Ball Diamond 11: 00 AM - Official Sesquicentennial Ceremony: Renaming of Central Park to Parody Park and Unveiling of the Michigan Historical Marker and 150 Year Milestone Marker, Central Park 12: 00 Noon - Parade with 3 Antique Plane Flyover (Hooligans) SPECIAL NOTE: Directly following the Parade (approx. 12:45 PM); Guinness Record Breaking Event - WORLD'S LONGEST KICKLINE!!! Get your kicks on M-66! 2: 00 PM - 6:00 PM, Petting Zoo and Bounce House, Ball Field 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM, Live Music, VFW Pavilion 1: 00 - 3:00 PM, Hastings Community' Music School and Friends 3: 30 - 4:30 PM, Second Ending, Barbershop Quartet 2: 00 PM - 8:00 PM, 4th Annual Barry County BrewFest, Live Music: 2:30 - 4:30 PM, Meridian 5: 00 - 7:00 PM, Nathan Douglas 2:00 PM - From the Main Stage. Maple Street by Shirley’s Chuckwagon: 2: 00 PM, The Thornapple Valley Dulcimer Society 3: 00 PM, Bows *n Buddies/Music Connections 4: 00 PM, The Cook Boys, A hometown favorite! 5.00 PM, Whoa, Nelly! Americano Roots Music 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM - Tasting Tours of the Sugar Shack 2: 45 PM - Ride the Holly Trolley as it shuttles people to the Cemetery Tou corner of Maple and State Street 3: 00 PM - Nashville Michigan Historical Society First Annual Cemetery Walk and Susan Murphy Hinckley Pavilion Dedication at Lakeview Cemetery , Maple Valley Theater Group with Julie Nelson 3:00 PM - M66 Business District Duck Derby, Behind Good Time 6: 00 PM - 8:00 PM, Firemen’s Bucket Brigade, Washington Street 7: 00 PM - Learn to Line Dance by Susan Fhaner from Kick-N-Style Line Dancing, Pharmacy Parking Lot 8: 00 PM ~ Line Dancing, Step N' Time Studio., Pharmacy Parking Lot 10:00 PM - Picture event,, behind Stores 10:15 PM - Fireworks, behind Stores SUNDAY 7:00 AM ' Noon, Firemen's Pancake Break Fashioned Gathering al Putnarr 1: 30 PM - 2:30 PM, Ice Cream Social coui of Moo 130 PM, Live Music, Putnam Park Summei 1 ;30 PM to 2:00 PM, Larry Eberly, guitar/v 2: 00 PM to 3:00 PM, Sweet Adelines, *Ho» 1: 30 3:00 PM Games for all Ages, hosted by Assembly of : 00 PM to 4:00 PM Sugar Shack open for tasting 3: 00 PM ' Old-Fashioned Pie Auction 4: 00 PM • The Hometown Growdown, a facial hair sit The Capn s Beard Booty and Tim Toag Rur The Closing Ceremony and Benediction,, Reverend Jel Spectrum Health - Pennock Douglas & Margaret DeCamp Moo-ville Quality Creamery Court-side Screen Printing & Em broidery Hickey Electric Inc. LHometown Lumber & Hardware Shane's Auto Service Bud Elliston Johnny's Markets Build Masters Highpoint Community Bank Nashville Maple Syrup Association Brittany Snook Photography Eaton Federal Savings Advantage Plumbing & Drain Key Cleaning Services Inc. Maple Valley Implement Inc Trumble Insurance Agency �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, July 27,2019 school, west of Nashville. Together they settled a farm in rural Kalamo. The Little did John Andrews Andrews farmland was dis­ realize when he started plant­ tinguished by a large group­ ing maple trees along the ing of maple tree saplings streets and in the parks of which became the source of Nashville in the mid- 1870s, John’s plan to make money that he was being instrumen­ by clearing them offthe land. tal in making this village He dug up the saplings and famous for its shaded streets began bringing them to and later for its maple syrup Nashville where he offered to plant them in front of houses projects. Andrews came from for 20 cents each. It is estimated that Warren, Ohio at the age of 16 and first settled with his fam­ Andrews planted approxi­ ily near Eaton Rapids in mately 400 or more maple Eaton County. In 1873, trees in the village. Charles Andrews came to Nashville Putnam placed an order for a to work on the farm of O.A. wagon load of trees to be Phillips. This farmland now delivered to Putnam Park makes up the east part of the where many of them still village and the Phillips brick grace the grounds. Andrews farmhouse still stands on also planted 50 maples in the Old Addition ofthe Lakeview East Sherman Street. In 1875, Andrews married Cemetery. Andrews lived to be 95 Ellen Butterfield, a teacher who taught at Barryville years old and was able to John Andrews 1852-1947 The Brumm Family Farm The original owners of the Brumm Family Farm on Price Road, John and Sarah Ingersoll, purchased the first 40 acres from the U.S. Government in February 1837. Michigan had been granted statehood only one month prior to that original purchase. George Brumm, Jerry’s grandfather, purchased that land, plus 40 more acres, in 1868. A log home and a bam were erected around that era. As time went on, adjoining sections of land were acquired and the property eventually contained fields, woods and a small lake. A brick home was built in 1890, and the story goes that the family lived in the bam while the log home was demolished and the brick home was built. Jerry’s father, Roy took over the property in 1911. Jerry and his wife, Sharon, witness the canopy of leaves that the maples produced throughout this town. One of his daughters, Mary Holman, was an artist and had an art gallery in Nashville during the 1960s. Through another daughter, Belle Powers, Andrews became the grandfather of Harold Powers, who died in WWI and was the first to be interred in the new mausole­ um at the Lakeview Cemetery where the extended Andrews family is all now nestled together in the family “plot.” This picture, dated approx­ imately in the early 1890s, is considered a “fantastic find” and now hangs in the History Room at the Putnam District Library. The approximate date was determined as the 1890s because Mary was bom in 1877 and John Andrews would have been in his 40’s. now live in a home they built that faces Thomapple Lake Road, and their two sons also have family homes on the property. The properties are contiguous, and the extended property has grown to over 150 acres. For 151 years, four gener­ ations of the Brumm family have been raised on that piece of land. The 1890 brick home still stands and is in good condition. It is truly a sesquicentennial farm. Maple Valley Implement proudly supports the 150th anniversary of the village ofNashville. Our family-owned and operated business started in 1960, providing local farm customers with parts, sales and service for farm equipment and residential lawn mowing needs. We were here for the 1969 Nashville bicentennial celebration and we’re still here to serve our customers 50 years later. Thanks to all our customers through the years and remember: “Try us you’ll like us. Maple Valley Implement, Inc. 735 R SlIIRMAN Suu I I, N \SII\ Il i I , Mi 517-X52-1910 • wwm .ni;i|)lc\ ullvy <‘< । .com �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple VaUey News’ Saturday. JWy 27,2019 — Page 1 “A hero’s death” (The story behind a Dec. 7,1894 account in the stands today at 717 S. Durkee St.) To preface this story, it’s important to note that every­ day we hear of heroic acts throughout the world, people risking their lives in an effort to help their fellow man. Sometimes the attempt ends in tragic circumstances. This is one of those times. Len Feighner. then editor of The Nashville News, was shocked on Dec. 4, 1894, to learn of the death of one of his employees, 21-year-old printer Irving Boston. The headline in the newspaper three days later read: “Irving Boston gives up his life in a vain attempt to save Clayton Barnes from drowning.” It was an ordinary winter day in Nashville that Tuesday afternoon. A group of young skaters had gathered on the north side of the river, the wider, more shallow part of the river known as the Mill Pond At about 4:45 p.m., 10 year old Clayton Barnes put on his skates on the south side of the river, about 10 rods east of the bridge. Anxious to join his friends, Barnes began to cross the river to reach them. Suddenly, the thin ice beneath him in the deeper channel broke away, and he went into the river. An alarm was raised, and many of his friends tried to get near enough to assist him as he flailed about in the icy waters. Irving Boston had been skating nearby and went rac­ ing toward the group and selflessly plunged directly into the river to save young Barnes. At the same time, the ice gave way beneath Claire Fumiss and he went into the Publisher Feighner wrote in the Nashville News that. “Nothing in the history of the village has ever created such a profound sorrow.** The large Lentz Table Factory was closed for the day of the funeral and school was dis­ well. Clayton and Irving’s funerals were held that Thursday. Bites' service in the morning and Boston's in the afternoon. A countless number of young Barnes' schoolmates assembled with the others to pay their last tribute to the memory of their playmate. Clayton was buried in the Hosmer On 150 years rive, as well Someone held onto one end of a coat and flung the other end to Fumiss who was able to make his escape. At the same time, the Barnes lad had thrown his arms around Boston's neck, and this effectually kept Boston from saving Barnes or himself. Vic Fumiss, who had seen the accident from the street, immediately came to the aid of the two. Quickly tying together the leather reins from his horses, he went to their aid, tossing one end of the leather reins to Boston. Unfortunately, by this time, both were too far gone to realize that help was within their grasp. Fumiss also FISH FRY Porch, Cod, Shrimp or Catfish... All come with One trip to Soup & Kettle Salad Bar for One Price. Cafe Weekend Special 2 PANCAKES 2 EGGS AND MEAT 113 N. Main. 517-852-9700 Own 7 Day* 6AM - 8PM wsfm/nmf mWA v.< Prit quartet of the unit furnished the music for the sera ice. Boston was to be the suc­ cessor to his father's brick business, but the tragedy had changed the family 's life for- ever. The Bostons moved from Nashville to Ann Arbor tn 1909. but the family, reunited, is buried together today in Lakeview Cemetery Irving's small headstone, which sits beside the larger family stone of the Boston family, carries an inscription from John 15:13: "Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for another." This was Irving Boston, the first man from the village fire department to give up his life while attempting to res­ cue a small boy from the icy w aters of the Thom apple River. Congratulations ‘Nashuille Friday Night /Jadc^ Jud/i Cemetery north of town. Boston's funeral was “undoubtedly the most large­ ly attended of any funeral ever held in the village." Boston was a member of the volunteer fire department, and his disregard for his own safety, as he plunged into that water, was indicative of so many of our firefighters from the historic stories of the town's post to the pres­ ent. Members of the fire department, in full regalia. s6.25 Saturday Night Special PRIME RIB & BABY BACK RIBS Mop in tor your Commemorative jumped into the water but was unable to pull them up in time. Clayton Barnes had just wanted to go out and play with his friends, Moments later, he was gone. The victims were found by men using boats, poles and hooks. They located the two young men in 12 feet of water and pulled them from the frigid river. Clayton Barnes' home was nearby and his body was taken to the house where his grief-strick­ en parents took possession of their son. Irving Boston’s parents lived on the far south end of town, where the elder Boston owned a brick yard, (home today of A-l Affordable Storage near Casgrovc and M-66). Susan Hinckley, in a “Memories of the Past” arti­ cle in 1981, interviewed a then-90-year-old younger brother of Irving, Orlan Boston. The now-aged man shared his memories of the event. “It was dark, and I saw a bobsled with torchlights drawn by horses driving into our yard,” Orlan Boston recalled. The townspeople had gathered up a torchlit procession to deliver the young man's body. Orlan Boston was only 4 years old at the time. (Their home still Historical The Nashville, Michigan Historical Society, in conjunction with the Sesquicentennial Celebration, will unveil our new Historical Pavilion. We will be taking an inaugural walk through the cemetery and introduce you to several of the people that helped put Nashville "on the map" in the mid to late 1800's. Members of the MVHS Theater group will be assisting. We will also have the Mausoleum open for your examination. Sesquu entennial T-Shirt s10 >r a limited time. LMOMfflZM • CUSTOM SCREEN MMTMG • AWARDS L ENQUVMG 122 W. MILL STREET HASTINGS 269-948-2811 117 N. MAM STREET NASHVILLE 517-852-9207 NASHVILLE... MICH. AUG. 2-4, 2019 Highpoint Community Bank is proud to serve the Nashville community Congratulations on 150 Years Thu ia a walking tour and will encompes* about an hour of walking on uneven ground. Ifyou park in the cemetery, please find spots that allow you to pull up on the grass oft the main road so that cars can get around you. The tour will start near the South entrance and end up at the new Pavilion. Light refteshmeDts provided highpoint COMMUNITY BANK highpointcommunrtybank.com | 1-888-422-2280 �Page 12 — Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, July 27,2019 Backstreet: A strict teacher, retiring school chief and an idea The cornerstone of the new addition at Fuller Street School laid by longtime The difference in the height of the various buildings up and down Nashville’s Main Nashville teacher Carrie Caley, and News Editor Donald Hinderliter suggested that the Street bothered one local man, who offered a novel suggestion to solve the problem. new elementary school might appropriately be named for Miss Caley. Her sixth-grad-Editor Hinderliter rather liked that fellow’s inspiration for a landing deck above the ers over the years were taught to study and to behave themselves, and ended up by business section. This circa-1910 photo of Main Street gives a good view of the “learning something,” noted the editor, whose own two songs had occupied the sing-uneven building heights, most of which will prevail. ing list in Miss Caley’s room. This column by the late Susan Hinckley was printed in the May 30, 1989, Maple Valley News. She wrote: For the nextfew weeks we will take a look at some favorite “Backstreet Barometer” columns written by the late Donald F. Hinderliter, editor-publisher of The Nashville News from 1941-56. Thefollowingpiec­ es were excerptedfrom col­ umns that appeared in 1952. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS Two of our valued sub­ scribers have renewed their subscriptions within the last week and made the payment entirely in nickels. We’re happy to see the nickels roll in, although we’re fonder of twenty-dollar bills. Well, anyway, the one sub­ scriber explained that, for the last year, he had dropped a nickel into a sugar bowl each week when he brought the News home from the post office. That represented the amount he used to pay for the paper at the newsstand before he became a subscrib­ er. Last week his subscrip­ tion came due and he dumped out 52 nickels, which paid the $2 subscription for anoth­ er year and left him 60 cents to spend foolishly. He guessed he would save it for a ticket to the basket­ ball game Friday night. We stock a complete line of... If we felt capable of writ­ ing something purely mov­ ing, this would be the exact spot where we would start a vociferous little piece urging * Pumps * Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: * Residential • Commercial • Farm WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or marital 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 ofchildren under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in viola­ tion 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 num­ ber for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 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If we felt that any of our admonitions would do any good, we’d certainly rip off seven or more potent para­ graphs and then wind up with a reminder Nashville’s annual village election takes place next Monday. That last bit of news, incidentally, should be of interest to every taxpayer in the village. How about it? Will you vote? The maple syrup season is again at hand and we are reminded not to indulge in any such foolishness as we slipped into this comer a couple years ago. We reported, out of pure fantasy of course, that sever­ al local syrup producers were tapping trees other than maple in order to produce some tasty blends of syrup. Seems as if we mentioned Louie Schulze tapping wal­ nut trees for a syrup with a delectable black walnut fla­ vor and someone else tap­ ping cherry-maple flavor that was superb. Of course we didn’t think anyone would take it serious­ ly, but someone did. Several months later a man told us huffily about his young nephew having tapped half a dozen black walnut trees and being mightily disillusioned when the sap failed to run. As a matter of fact, the uncle thought we had pulled a dirty trick and said so. It won’t happen again. Miss Carrie Caley had the honor of pretty near laying the cornerstone of the new school addition on Fuller Street. The workmen let her take a trowel and spread the mor­ tar, but told her she couldn’t lay a block because it was too heavy for her. Miss Caley didn’t argue the point; she simply lifted a block, set it expertly in place and smoothed the mortar like a full-fledged union workman. If anyone asked us to come up quickly with the name of some educator for whom the new elementary school might be named, we would unhesitatingly answer, Carrie Caley. Of course she would pooh-pooh the idea, but she nevertheless would be deserving of the honor. We don’t know how many years Miss Caley has been teaching in the local schools but it’s been quite a spell. In many families two generations have had her for a teacher. Lest that make her sound old, remember that 20 to 25 years is long enough to accomplish that second gen­ eration business. Miss Caley has taught here more years than any other member of the faculty and if all her former sixth graders were gathered in one group it would take several new school buildings to hold them. What’s more, all of them, from what we’ve heard through the years, would readily admit that she was their outstanding teacher. It’s a peculiar fact, in a way. Youngsters about to enter the sixth grade have been saying for years, “Oh gee, I’m going to have Miss Caley this year and she’s awfully strict.” That has been an annual complaint but, after school starts; the sixth graders in Miss Caley’s room never are heard to complain. They have to study and they have to behave themselves. They end up by learning something. Our two sons have served their time in Miss Caley’s room and we only wish they had been blessed with the same brand of teaching in every grade. Arlie Reed’s resignation as superintendent of Nashville schools brings to mind some of his reminis­ cences of the early 1930s, when he was new in the local school. Remembering those hectic days ofthe Depression, when bank closings left teachers without funds, he told us once that he finds it had to realize now, 20 years later, how he and other teachers got by. There were times when the entire faculty couldn’t have raised five dol­ lars among them, yet they all managed to eat fairly regu­ larly. As we recall, some half a dozen of them pooled their resources in one of those blackest years and cooperat­ ed on the food problem. Everyone was so poor that a new dress or a new suit practically made headline news. After the old Nashville State Bank closed, teachers for a time were paid in script, when paid at all. Most local merchants would accept the script for what merchandise they had. Some of the salary due teachers ofthat era never was paid. There have been a lot of changes in our schools since Arlie came here in the fall of 1931 as a young athletic coach. Enrollment today is double what it was then and the teaching staff has nearly doubled in number. The superintendent’s job, which Arlie has held these last 14 years, has come to involve some sizable problems and a lot more headaches than in the old days. Between now and the time he leaves to take over his new duties as head of the Lake Orion schools July 1, Arlie can expect to hear quite a few flowery statements, made both in formal and impromptu farewell speech­ es. Most of them will be entirely sincere. He has rubbed some peo­ ple the wrong way through the years, which is natural. But his supporters far out­ numbered his critics and his good friends hold a great majority over his enemies. Arlie Reed, we would say, has come far closer than is common to pleasing every­ one. That’s a big order - please everyone. No superintendent of schools ever had done it, nor has any minister, any holder ofpublic office or any newspaper editor. Any man who accomplishes anything is bound to make some ene­ mies. But if he does what believes to be right, and does Continued nextpage LEGAL NOTICE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN P.C., is attempting to collect a debt, any information obtained will be used for that purpose. MORTGAGE SALE - At Home R.E. LLC, granted a mortgage to Visio Financial Services Inc., Mortgagee, dated Septembers, 2017, and recorded on September 15, 2017, in Document No. 2017-009376, and assigned by said mortgagee to WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF RESIDENTIAL CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES TRUST II, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-Five Thousand Five Hundred Thirty-Eight and 86/100 Dollars ($45,538.86). Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 1:00 PM, on August 29, 2019. Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: Lot 4 of Block 20 of the Eastern Addition to the City of Hastings, Michigan, except the West 78 feet thereof, and except the East 96 feet thereof East of Fall Creek, and the North 1/2 of vacated Madison Street, lying adjacent to said lot. The redemption period will be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless abandoned under MCL 600.3241 a, in which case the redemption period will be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days from the MCL 600.3241a(b) notice, whichever is later;, or unless extinguished pursuant to MCL 600.3238. If the above referenced property is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of Act 236 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. Wilmington Savings Fund Society,, FSB, d/b/a Christina Trust, not in i individual capacity but soley as its owner Trustee of Residential Credit Opportunities Trust II Mortgagee/ Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman P.C. 23938 Research Dr, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 1391288 (07-27)(08-17) �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, July 27,2019 — Page 13 From previous page it as best he can, then he’ll make a dozen friends for every enemy. J®** Wib M * M sfttara. sf SMbEMS 1i" hM '®feWfei ElJlvj fectBli,ffll,ita nifcW WWBW»fi> 1,B jlttetll® «*EJ5 affifflffiKU , T~re BMW < SHJfflffl® ■<*”! SfflBMI® tlkan f B ® MIIHIBMIi fljglK fcW^M Clli jj; Jflfel W «* ggtort1® tai* iaB 3#*1? j- ft rffeWW feWW ”” . Srf« fefS life ife s* ^3^ J &’<Si <S ii«?A jfjSrfJ VTtt 0 * f*W JI. iC$ifiO’ Looking up and down Main Street, we sometimes remember a suggestion advanced eight or ten years ago by Chester Calkins for improving the skyline. Chester wasn’t satisfied with the difference in the height of Main Street’s various build­ ings - some three- to six-feet higher or lower than neigh­ boring stores — so he suggest­ ed that a nice level landing field be built atop the entire business section and the store fronts brought up to an even level. It seems w& advanced Chester’s idea along about that time, but nothing has done about it, so here it is again. We still won’t go over­ board on Chet’s suggestion for the village to buy a war surplus airplane carrier and anchor it in the upper and anchor it in the upper mill­ pond, but we rather like his inspiration for a landing deck above the business section. Any financiers interested in starting organization ofa cor­ poration to accomplish such an improvement will please drop in after the paper is out for the week. We’ve never mentioned it, but through the years quite a few subscribers have told us they liked this column. Some have been very compli­ mentary, even to the point of embarrassment. It never seemed necessary to report that sort of comment but now, in one week, we have had three comments of the other kind. These should be put on record, because very likely they represent your own opinion. “Your Backstreet Barometer used to be good,” says one reader, “but here lately you’ve gone stale.” We knew it long before any suffering reader put it into words. Maybe it was along in the spring, when we were working better than 90 hours a week to get out rush jobs or printing such as the high school annual, or during the hot summer months, when we maintained the same sort ofhours, instead of taking a vacation, but some­ where along the line the lights were out and writing became more of a chore than a pleasure. This is a nice business in many respects. You work at fever pitch the first three days of the week and then, if you don’t have too much of a crush ofjob printing, you can ease up a bit. It used to be we could occasionally take a day off toward the week. In recent years we’ve had to take all the commercial print­ ing we can, in order to sup­ port the newspaper end ofthe business. That spells work. This isn’t supposed to be any sort of bid for sympathy but merely an explanation of why you no longer get what you expect in this depart­ ment. An exhausted printer doesn’t easily wash his hands, sit down at the type­ writer and turn out brilliant stuff in a quarter of an hour when his mind is full of undone work belated govern­ ment reports and unpaid bills. In short, no business­ man today can stand the gaff too long without a bit of rest. So, this is just a warning that, after the holidays, you may some week receive in the mail a tiny little old sheet of paper labeled The Nashville News, containing just enough printed matter to pass for the weekly issue necessary to maintain second class mailing privileges. Included in that little bit of reading matter will be an announcement that the News staff has gone on a belated one-week vacation. Ab Mason needs it just as badly as we do. Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, July 29 Beef pepper steak w/ gravy, baked potato, Italian blend vegetables, orange. Tuesday,July 30 Fish sandwich, tator tots, coleslaw, bun, apple. Wednesday, July 31 Mushroom chicken, brown rice, tossed salad, broccoli, banana. Thursday, Aug. 1 Michigan turkey salad (nuts), pasta salad, fruited jello. Friday, Aug. 2 Chicken cordon bleu, mashed potatoes, tossed salad, grapes. cheese, sandwich thin, coleslaw, cantaloupe. Friday, Aug. 2 Turkey ham & cheddar cheese, sandwich thin, fresh vegetables, pineapple. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, July 29 Beef pepper steak, mashed potatoes & gravy, Italian blend vegetables, orange. Tuesday, July 30 Tuna noodle casserole, broccoli, diced carrots, apple. Wednesday, July 31 Mushroom chicken, brown rice, mixed vegetables, Brussels sprouts, banana. Thursday, Aug. 1 Smothered pork cutlet, baked potato, broccoli, Mandarin oranges, granola bar. Friday, Aug. 2 Chicken cordon bleu, mashed potatoes, com on the cob, mixed fruit cup. Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 am.; Line Dancing 9:30 am.; Train Your Brain 1 pm.; Acoustic All Play 6-8 pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Wednesday, July 31 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 am.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 pm.; Woodland: Card Games. Delton: July Birthdays; Walking 11 am.1 pm.; Reminiscence. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Thursday, Aug. 1 M: Walk w/Ease 11:30 am. Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 am.; Barcroft’s Music 10:30 a.m.; Sr. Zumba 5:30 pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am.; TV Time Delton: Walking 11 am.-l pm. Puzzles/Trivia Friday, Aug. 2 - Hastings: Exercise 9 am.; Bingo 9:30 am.; Iron Rails 10:30 am. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, July 29 Sliced turkey & cheddar cheese, sandwich thin, potato salad, dried plums. Tuesday, July 30 Activities Calendar Call any time Chicken pasta salad, beet Monday, July 29 for Maple & onion salad, applesauce, Hastings: Card Program 9-11 Goldfish Graham. a.m.; Painting Group 1 p.m. Valley News Wednesday, July 31 Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l Chef salad, macaroni p.m. Woodland: Card Games classified ads salad, fruited jello, lemon 11 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes EXCHANGE, continued from page 1 269-945-9554 or square. 11 am. H,W,N Thursday, Aug. 1 Reminiscence. When Gay’s time was up “You’re pathetic,” Gay The vests will be paid for 1-606-870-7095 Sliced roast beef & Swiss Tuesday, July 30 during the public comment said as he left the room. by a grant obtained through portion of the meeting, As soon as Gay left, the Eaton County Board of Owens said, “All right, Larry, Harmon pointed out that Gay Commissioners. The grant that’s enough.” had made a serious accusa­ for $20,000 will provide a “Where is your proof that tion. An audience member 50-percent match for bullet­ your accountant actually asked if the township could proof vests. does your accounting?” Gay have police presence at future Vermontville Township said. meetings. Owens confirmed Fire Department and “Larry, we have nothing Friday that police would be Emergency Medical Services left to give you,” Owens said. there. received two vests for their “Grab your attorney and Later, Eaton County EMS vehicle and two vests they’ll get ahold of our attor­ Treasurer Bob Robinson, for the fire department first ney and we can get this all who was at the meeting, said responder vehicle. Wetzel resolved.” Gay has visited his office said they would have a brief Gay’s language became twice. He also said Gay was training on how to use the more explicit, saying that not in any danger of losing vests next month. [The Tony Dunkelberger Memorial Scholarship township officials were not his home. The board voted to rescind Foundation would like to say Thank You. Please going to be able to lie their Later in the meeting, in a last month’s motion to pur­ a-— out of this s—.” related matter, Treasurer chase a specific brand of be sure to shop and support all these great local “That’s it, Larry, you’re all Shirley Harmon will post the breathing equipment for the done,” Owens said. position of deputy treasurer fire department. In a new businesses. Thank You to all the golfers, without “Don’t ever tell me I’m all in the newspaper at the motion, the board approved you these scholarships would not be possible done,” Gay shouted. “If you request of the rest of the spending $35,245 to buy ever tell me I’m all done at a board. Her husband, Rod Scott Pak fire breathing Centennial Acres Goll meeting again... I’d have Harmon, still holds that title equipment. Hometown Lumber In other township busi­ come across that f— -ing but has not been filling that Carl’s Supermarket Course role in more than a month ness: table.” • the Eaton County At that point, Fire Chief because ofthe board’s dissat­ Lake Odessa Trumble Insurance Treasurer gave an update JeffWetzel, seated in front of isfaction with his actions. Maple Valley Pharmacy Agency “This controversy has from his office, reporting that Gay, turned and looked at him. Wetzel was among peo­ gone on long enough,” Eaton County will soon MOO-ville Route 66 Antiques begin to offer three-year dog Trustee Tim James said. ple in the audience. “I just want it to go away licenses in addition to the “Don’t do that, Larry,” Duey’s Party Store Goodtime Pizza Owens said. “Now you’re and get taken care of,” current one-year plans. Courtside Screen R&D’s Pizza • Owens reported that the gonna get yourself into trou­ Trustee Gary Goris said. The treasurer said she has township is still in the pro­ ble.” Printing Maple Valley Athletic Owens then asked for talked to a few people about cess of working through the opera house upgrades. other public comment; there the position, but no one has Nashville Chiropractic Boosters • Andrea ith gotten back to her. was none. Highpoint Community Ken’s Standard In other business, the first Vermontville was hired by Gay was seated during the responders in Vermontville Vermontville Township EMS entire exchange. Bank Maple Leaf Bar & But, when the board Township will receive bullet­ and will begin her training shortly. Wild Piglet Scooter Store Restaurant moved on to other business, proof vests. • Goris presented bids for According to Fire Chief Gay got up and left the room. Shear Madness Hair Two Jay’s Bar & As he did, he sang the word Jeff Wetzel, the vests are the construction of a fence behind the fire barn. intended so that first respond ­ “felony” three times. Then he Salon Restaurant hummed loudly and added, ers are protected when help­ However, the township opted Eaton Federal Bank Kent Oil & Propane “By the time I get done with ing individuals during an to explore prices for a vinyl fence, which requires less this... you see this red shirt? active shooter situation. Shirley’s Chuckwagon Dave Pasche “It’s a good thing that we maintenance after construc­ Shoot one, kill one. That’s it. tion. Goris said he would staurant You’re gonna have to take got them,” Chief Jeff Wetzel said. “We hope we never come back with bids for a me out.” “Don’t do that Larry,” have to use them but they’re vinyl fence next month. good to have just in case.” Owens responded 2019 �Page 14 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, July 27,2019 Barry County added to CWD Management Zone A series of deer hunting regulations aimed at slowing the spread ofchronic wasting disease were approved July 11 by the Michigan Natural Resources Commission at its regular monthly meeting in Lansing. The action came after a thorough review of the best available science on chronic wasting disease (CWD) and multiple oppor­ tunities for public input. Chronic wasting disease first was discovered in Michigan in a free-ranging deer in May 2015. To date, more than 60,000 deer in Michigan have been tested for CWD and it has been confirmed in 120 free-rang­ ing deer in nine Michigan counties, including a few on the outskirts of Barry County: Clinton, Dickinson, Eaton, Gratiot, Ingham, Ionia, Jackson, Kent and Montcalm. Barry County will be added to the CWD Management Zone this year, where additional regulations will apply, along with the Lower Peninsula Counties of Lenawee and Midland. CWD is a fatal neurologi­ cal (brain and nervous sys­ tem) disease found in cervids (deer, elk and moose). Hie disease attacks the brain of an infected animal and pro­ duces small lesions that result in death. There is no cure; once an animal is infected, it will die. Major deer hunting regu­ lations, which were approved for the 2019 deer seasons, unless noted otherwise, also include: BAITING AND FEEDING Continue a ban on baiting and feeding in the entire Lower Peninsula that took effect at the end of January 2019. There is an exception to this ban for hunters with disabilities during the Liberty and Independence hunts. Qualifying hunters are allowed to use 2 gallons at a time of single-bite baits during deer seasons. Allow baiting and feeding in the Upper Peninsula except for a ban, effective immediately, in the Core CWD Surveillance Area. This core area comprises some 660 square miles, defined by major roadways within portions of Menominee, Delta and Dickinson counties around die single case of a CWDpositive deer found last year in the Upper Peninsula. Consistent with regulations in the Lower Peninsula, there is an exception to the baiting ban in the U.P Core Area for hunters with disabilities during the Liberty and Independence hunts. OTHER REGULATIONS Move the Liberty Hunt to the second weekend in September. Based on this change, the 2019 Liberty Hunt will be held Sept. 14-15 instead of Sept. 21-22 as it was previously scheduled. The early antlerless season — held on private land in select counties — will continue to be held the third weekend in September (Sept. 21-22). Change the deer baiting start date for hunters with disabilities who meet specif­ ic requirements. Baiting for these individuals can occur five days before and during the second Saturday in September. Require that scents placed to entice deer, whether com- posed of natural or synthetic materials, be placed so that they are inaccessible for con­ sumption by deer and placed in such a manner to prohibit any physical contact with deer. In the Upper Peninsula, reinstate the antlerless option during archery deer season for hunters hunting on the Deer License or Deer Combo License in areas open to ant­ lerless licenses. Also in the Upper Peninsula, eliminate antler point restrictions in the Core CWD Surveillance Area, and allow the use of crossbows in the late archery season in the Core Area. Also in the Lower Peninsula, implement a 4-point antler point restric­ tion across all Deer and Deer Combo licenses for Mecosta, Montcalm and Ionia coun­ ties. This is part of an exper­ imental APR to determine the impacts ofAPRs on deer populations in an area of known CWD occurrence. Require that established department goals for man­ agement of antlerless deer be achieved, if this experimen- nities included: tai APR is to continue. Dedicated time for public Require that deer collected with a salvage permit as a comments during NRC result of collision with a meetings in May, June and motor vehicle may not be July and at Upper Peninsula removed from the county Citizens’ Advisory Council where the animal was killed meetings in May and June. Four CWD public listen­ to prevent potential spread of ing sessions in May and June CWD. “We hope that by setting - one each in Alger and these specific CWD regula­ Houghton counties and two tions we can limit the move­ in Menominee County ment of this disease in focused on the proposed reg­ Michigan,” said Vicki Pontz, ulations. Ongoing opportunity to NRC chairperson. “We appreciate all the comments submit opinions and ideas we have received from across through a dedicated public the state. Michigan hunters email address. More than 175 people are very passionate about deer and deer hunting, and I attended the special CWD look forward to working public listening sessions, with them as we continue to while over 235 comments confront this threat to wild­ were received via email. “Public input is an life and our valued hunting extremely important part of tradition.” In addition to the regular any discussion surrounding opportunities for hunters and the care of Michigan’s natu­ others to get information and ral resources,” Pontz said. share ideas about wildlife “We want to thank the hunt­ management and hunting ers and others who took the regulations, the NRC and time to attend a public meet­ DNR offered and promoted a ing or write an email and number of additional public share their ideas about how forums specifically aimed at best to strengthen Michigan’s discussing proposed CWD wildlife populations for regulations. 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But he felt proud the village still has people who are willing to “pick up the gauntlet,” and invest the time it takes to pull off something like the three-day event. “Nashville hasn’t seen anything like this before,” Douse said. The event will have every­ thing from World War II planes flying over the vil­ lage, to an attempt to break the world record for the lon­ gest kickline, a visit from State Rep. Julie Calley, R-Portland, a mass renewal of wedding vows, fireworks and more. Many of the organizers of the sesquicentennial remem­ ber the centennial, which their parents helped plan. “It makes us feel really good we are able to do this with our fathers in mind,” Nashville Village President Mike Kenyon said. “How wonderful it is we get to carry this on, it’s a responsi­ bility we embrace.” The celebration will start at 6 p.m. Friday on the main stage on Maple Street, with a performance from the Maple Valley Community Band, an introduction of the Sesquicentennial Queen Kay Bansemer, Princess Claire Miller and Grand Marshal Lois Elliston. A mass renew­ al of wedding vows, fol­ lowed by a talent show and asurprise event with a chance to win $150, which will take place next door at 2 or 3 Together. Planners are keep­ ing the surprise close to the vest, but clues have been posted on the Nashville Sesquicentennial Facebook page. Events will continue early Saturday, with a pancake breakfast at the Castleton Maple Grove Nashville Fire Department, a 5K color run/ walk, children’s games in Putnam District Library and more. The baseball field west of town will host a bounce house, petting zoo and pio­ neer village featuring black­ smithing, looming, broom making and more. The Spectrum Health Veggie Van will give out free fruits and vegetables at the south end of Main Street, a vintage marketplace hosted by Route 66 Antiques will take place next to the VFW and a brass quintet will play in central park. The Official Sesquicentennial Ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, with a renaming of Central Park to Emory Parady Park. An early civic and business leader of Nashville, Parady was one of the soldiers who aided in the capture of Lincoln assassin John Wilkes Booth. A Michigan Historical Marker acknowledging Parady’s part in village history will be unveiled, along with a plaque marking Nashville’s 150 years of incorporation. At noon, three World War II planes piloted by the Hooligans Flight Team will fly over town to start a parade down Main Street, with more than 30 floats and entries from local businesses and organizations. Immediately after the parade, the village will attempt to break its second world record. After making the world’s longest ice cream sundae in 2015, the Nashville Route 66 Business District will try to make the world’s longest kick line. The district is hoping to get 1,869 people to line up in a row, all kick­ ing their legs up at the same time. Visitors interested in participating in the kick line must purchase a pair of Guinness World Record shoelaces, which will be available at the event, and in advance at certain retailers. Live music will be fea­ tured all across the village, including the Hastings Community Music School and Friends, the barbershop quartet Second Ending, The Nashville Sesquicentennial volunteers (from left) Vickie Reid, Gordie Reid, Debbe Douse, Cathy Mix­ Haylock, Karen Skedgell-Ghiban and Kermit Douse at Nashville's Central Park, soon to be renamed Emory Parady Park. ■ Vickie Reid is one of the sesquicentennial planners A plaque from the Historical Society of Michigan who created an historic costume in preparation for the acknowledges Nashville’s 150-year history. sesquicentennial. Thomapple Valley Dulcimer Society, Bows ‘n Buddies/ Music Connections, The Cook Boys and Whoa, Nelly. The fourth annual Barry County Brewfest will take place from 2 to 8 p.m. in a tent at the comer of Water Alley and West Washington Street by the parking lot west of Main Street. The tent will hold 87 different craft beers, wines, hard ciders, meads and cocktails from 22 local breweries. Travis Alden ofthe Barry County Chamber of Commerce, which is host­ ing Brewfest, said the price of admission is, the lowest yet, $15 for advance tickets and $20 at the door. Brewfest will also have live music of its own, including Meridian, a local band which formed this year and plays a variety of music, and country west­ ern musician Nathan Douglas. Also planned for the after­ noon will be a 3 p.m. tour of Lakeview Cemetery. The Nashville Michigan Historical Society put togeth­ er a list of notable figures from Nashville’s history, then found and restored the graves over the past two years. The society also received a grant from the Barry Community Foundation to place a pavil­ ion in the cemetery and name it after Nashville historian Susan Murphy Hinckley. That will serve as the start of the tour. Visitors can grab a pamphlet with information on the graves, and meet Maple Valley theater stu­ dents who will be reenacting what the historical figures were like. Visitors will have another chance to win $150 at the duck derby behind Good Time Pizza from 6 to 8 p.m. The fire department will compete in a bucket brigade contest at 6 p.m. Susan Fhaner of Kick-N-Style Line Dancing will teach attendees how to line dance at 7 p.m. behind Maple Valley Pharmacy, and Kimberly Rodriguez of Step N’ Time Dance Studio will host line dancing at 8 p.m. Local restaurants will have extended hours and food vendors with hot dogs, tacos and fair food will be in town Saturday. Fireworks will finish off the night at 10:15 p.m. Sunday will offer a more relaxed atmosphere for the sesquicentennial, with a pan­ cake breakfast from 7 a.m. to noon and an ice cream social at Putnam Park from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. The park also will feature live music from Larry Eberly and Sweet Adelines. The sugar shack next to the park will be open for maple syrup tasting. An old-fashioned pie auction will start at 3 p.m., with the third and final chance to win $150, and the Hometown Growdown beard-growing contest will be judged. Douse said he has received emails from Nashville natives currently living in Georgia, Colorado and Arizona who will be coming back home for the sesquicentennial, to see the village for Junior Kay Bansemer will be crowned sesquicentennial queen Friday. the first time in many years. He wants them to be feel a sense of pride in the village, and the fact that people have been willing to put in the time to put on the event, because of what Nashville means to them. During the Nashville Village Council meeting Thursday, Michigan Department of Transportation Engineer Dan Roberts acknowledged the bridge replacement would not be done in time for the sesquicentennial, but construction will be suspended Friday afternoon and all of Saturday. It will resume Sunday, since sesquicentennial events will be in Putnam Park. Douse said the construction will not be a major issue. The com­ mittee had known it was a possibility it would not be done in time, so they planned around it. MARKER, continued from page 6 the Barry County Fair and helped at the Maple Valley Community Food Pantry since it began. Blair was a member of the Nashville Lions Club for 40 years, and Leila a member for three. Blair worked with the Nashville Syrup Association until 2014, and Leila occa­ sionally helped out at the Syrup Shack. Blair also was part of the group of FFA vol­ unteers who built the football field behind Fuller Elementary School in 1950. The Hawblitzes had one child, Kenny, who attended Moore Country School through the fourth grade and then went to Fuller when it was consolidated into the public school system. He graduated from Maple Valley High School in 1973. He went into the service and lived outside of the county for several years, but eventu­ ally moved back to his home­ town. He now lives just around the comer from his original family home. He, too, was involved in the Lions Club and currently farms the family land for future generations. “I remember Dad would hook the grain wagon to the tractor and let me drive to one of the elevators at the ends of town when I was very young,” Hawblitz said. “That was before people worried about all the safety issues. It was just the way of life around here.” The Hawblitzes also remember downtown Nashville and the many stores that made their lives easier through the years. They spoke fondly of Kehl Hardware, Douse’s Drug Store, Makers Grocery, Ackett’s Ice Cream Store and Kelly’s Five and Dime. 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Vermontville baseball inducted into area Hall of Fame Taylor Owens Staff Writer The 1947-1949 Vermontville baseball team was inducted into the Greater Lansing Area Sports Hall of Fame on Thursday, July 25. The team was nominated by Terry Lowery ofCharlotte, who has been researching the team for years. Lowery’s research was prompted by his interest in Ken Beardslee, who was inducted into the Greater Lansing Area Sports Hall of Fame in 2011 and the National High School Sports Hall of Fame in 2016. In his nomination letter, Lowery summed up the his­ tory of the team’s 30 win streak: “There was no baseball team at Vermontville High School immediately after World War II,” Lowery said. “Several schoolboys prac­ ticed the sport on their own in town, and their gifted tal- Ken Beardslee went on The 1949 Vermontville High School baseball team continued the winning streak until they reached 30 straight wins. Pictured are (front row, from left) Leon Goris, Homer Winegar, Ken Beardslee, Al Mix, Jack Cranson, Doug to play in the minor leagues See BASEBALL, page 3 Steward, Dick Southern, (back row) Stan Trumble, Carrol Wells, Rex DeBar, Roger Wells, Bud Trowbridge, Stanley untill 1955, and later became a scout for the Carter, bat boy Leo Trumble and coach Bob Gelina. Pittsburgh Pirates. Libraries offer treasure trove of history Taylor Owens Staff Writer It takes a lot of research to put a historically focused event like the Nashville Sesquicentennial Celebration, and the volun­ teers have spent many hours pouring through old docu­ ments. Much of that information came from the Putnam District Library, which has shelves of old newspapers, photo albums, year books and more in its second floor history room. “Things just kind of get unearthed here,” Library Director Shilton said. No one knows exactly how the history collection started at the library, because the documentation doesn’t go back that far, but the cata­ log spans more than 150 years. The library recently had a representative from the Save Michigan History initiative inspect the collection to give feedback on how to organize and preserve the items. “She was blown away by S—ee HuISTORnYv, page 4ji Local artist Mary Holman installs the sign for her gallery on Main Street. Nashville man dies after fight at wedding party A 37-year-old Nashville man, Robert Brown, died after being taken to the hos­ pital in critical condition fol­ lowing a fight at a wedding party in Shelby early Sunday. A suspect, a 34-year-old Hart man, was arrested Sunday morning for operat­ ing a vehicle while being intoxicated, but has yet to be charged in Brown’s death as of Wednesday, police said. “Deputies found that there had been a wedding recep­ tion in Shelby earlier on the evening of the 27™,” Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast said. “After the reception fin­ ished, some ofthe guests and wedding party went to a resi­ dence on Elm Street for after-party festivities.” The sheriff did not say if either man involved in the fight had been a guest or a member of the wedding party. “Throughout the evening, there had been an ongoing disagreement between two gentlemen at the party,” Mast said. “At approximately 4:33 a.m., this disagreement turned physical between the two, and the victim fell to the ground. “In doing so, he sustained extremely critical injuries to his head. Partygoers called 911 for assistance after almost an hour had passed.” Brown was taken to Lakeshore Hospital in Shelby, then transferred to Mercy Hospital in Muskegon where he died. The sheriff’s office is ask­ ing any witnesses with infor­ mation to call 231-873-2121. A copy of the first newspaper printed in the village, the 1870 Nashville Business Ledger, is available at the Putnam District Library. In This Issue Free clothes and school supplies available for qualifying families Study: Untreated mental illness, substance abuse ‘staggering’ in Michigan Putnam wraps up summer reading Players put pickleball court to use �Page 2 — Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, August 3,2019 Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Aug. 5 Sliced turkey w/gravy, sweet potatoes, green beans, dinner roll, orange. Tuesday, Aug. 6 Pulled pork, potato salad, coleslaw, bun, apple. Wednesday, Aug. 7 Broccoli stuffed chicken, baked potato, tossed salad, banana. Thursday, Aug. 8 Chicken salad croissant, broccoli & cranberry salad, vegetable soup, cantaloupe. Friday, Aug. 9 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes & gravy, peas, strawberry shortcake. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Aug. 5 Sliced roast beef & cheddar cheese, sandwich thin, coleslaw, grapes. Tuesday, Aug. 6 Turkey pasta salad, grape tomatoes, diced peaches, Goldfish Graham. Wednesday, Aug. 7 Asian chicken chicken salad (nuts), macaroni macaroni salad, fruited jello. Thursday, Aug. 8 Chicken salad, sandwich thin, garbanzo bean salad, pineapple. Friday, Aug. 9 Taco salad, Mexican bean Call for Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 & rice salad, cantaloupe, salsa. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Aug. 5 Sliced turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, orange. Tuesday, Aug. 6 Pulled pork, roasted red potatoes, broccoli, bun, pineapple cup. Wednesday, Aug. 7 Tilapia, brown & wild rice, peas, corn, banana. Thursday, Aug. 8 Broccoli stuffed chicken, mashed red potatoes, Italian blend vegetables, apple. Friday, Aug. 2 Salisbury steak, baked potato, peas, whole grain roll, grapes. Activities Calendar Monday, Aug. 5 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Doug Acker music 10:30 a.m.; Painting Group 1 p.m. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l pm.; BP Checks. Woodland: Card Games 11 ajn. Nashville: Dominoes 11 ajn. H.W.N Reminiscence. M: Walk w/ Ease 10:30 ajn. Tuesday, Aug. 6 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 ajn.; Line Dancing 9:30 ajn.; BP Checks 10:30 ajn.; Train Your Brain 1 p.m.. Nashville: Dominoes 11 ajn. Wednesday, Aug. 7 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 ajn.; Cop Talk 10:30 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Woodland: Card Games. Delton: Walking 11 ajn.-l p.m.; Reminiscence. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. N/W - BP Checks. M - Walk w/Ease 10:30 a.m. Summer Picnic RSVP Thursday, Aug. 8 - M: Walk w/Ease 11:30 ajn. Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 ajn.; Music w/Celia 10:30 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.; TV Time Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Puzzles/Trivia Friday, Aug. 9 - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 9:30 a.m.; Iron Rails 10:30 a.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Helen Ackett NASHVILLE, MI - Helen Ackett, age 94, of Nashville passed away Thursday, Aug. 1,2019 at Spectrum Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Funeral services will be held at the Nashville United Methodist Church, Nash­ ville, at 11:30 a.m. on Tues­ day, Aug. 6, 2019, with Pas­ tor Karen Kinney officiating. The family will receive visitors on Monday, Aug. 5 from 6-8 p.m. at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please visit our website at www.danielsftmeralhome.net Free clothes and school supplies available for qualifying families The Eaton Furniture and Clothing Center’s Back-toSchool event is returning this month. The program pro­ vides children from families who qualify for free and reduced lunches to receive new shoes, school supplies, personal care items and more to start the school year. The program is funded by grant dollars and the support of community organizations and individual donors. The back to school event runs at the First Baptist Church of Charlotte from 9 ajn. to 6 p.m. Aug. 8 and 9; 10 ajn.-2 pjn. Aug. 10; and 10 a.m.-3 pjn. Aug. 12 and 13. A day for special-needs children only will be from noon to 6 pjn. Aug. 7. All children must be qual­ ified prior to the event and be present to receive shoes. For safety reasons, all children must be clean and wearing socks. The nonprofit center pro­ vides clean and gently used clothing, furniture and house­ hold items to qualified low-income families in Eaton and Barry' counties once a month at no cost. All items come from community dona­ tions. The center also oper­ ates a thrift store that sells clothing, furniture, house­ hold and kitchen items, antiques and collectibles. All proceeds from the thrift store are used to support the cen­ ter. Volunteers are welcome. More information is avail­ able at 517-543-4334 or at donate2ecfc@gmail.com. The center is at 135 S. Washington St., Charlotte NEWS FROM THE EATON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE In the past week, Eaton County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to 30 alarms, 10 car accidents, 25 citizen assists, 30 well-being checks, 19 domestic disputes, 19 shoplifting complaints, 19 larcenies, 12 disorderly per­ sons, 11 operating while impaired incidents, 10 per­ sonal injury crashes, 27 prop­ erty damage crashes, 72 sus­ picious situations, 29 traffic hazards, 149 traffic stops, 10 drug offenses and 47 traffic violations. Overall, deputies responded to 894 calls for service and events. Many ofyou have heard of and seen the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Division. This dedicated, volunteer unit was formed in 1974 with the purpose of educating the public on horsemanship and donating their services to local communities at public events. In 2018 alone, the 11 active members of the Mounted Division spent over 274 hours serving the com­ munity at events, 621 hours training their horses for the events, and 252 hours in meetings planning events and managing the business affairs of the unit, for a total of 1,122 hours ofvolunteered time. As you can imagine, there is a great deal ofout-of-pock­ et expense associated with serving communities at these events. To offset some of the cost, they have hosted an annual country music show fundraising event for the past 10 years. Lacey J. Dalton will resent to the citizens of Eaton County an unforgettable eve- ning of great country music performing her 16 Top 20 Billboard country hits Wednesday, Oct. 2, at 7 p.m. at the Charlotte Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $20 in advance for a single, $35 for two in advance, and a special Whole Family ticket is $50. All proceeds stay local and benefit the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Division. 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J“ r Study; Untreated mental illness, substance abuse ‘staggering’ in Michigan Ted Roelofs Bridge Magazine Hundreds of thousands of Michigan residents with a mental illness or sub­ stance-use disorder are untreated, a crisis compound­ ed by a shortage of health professionals and treatment facilities, according to the findings of a report released Tuesday. Commissioned by the Michigan Health Endowment Fund, anan independent grant-making arm of Blue Blue Shield Shield of Cross Blue Michigan, the analysis cites anxiety disorders, depression and alcohol use disorder as among conditions most left untreated. All told, the study found nearly 670,000 residents with mental illness did not receive treatment and more than 500,000 with a sub­ stance use disorder were untreated. That equates to 38 percent of people with a mental ill­ ness and 80 percent of peo­ ple with substance use disor­ der not getting treatment in Michigan, the report found. “Those are staggering numbers,” said said Corwin Rhyan, a researcher for Ann Arbor-based Altarum, the nonprofit consulting organization that compiled the report, which Rhyan co-au­ thored. The report does not say how many people are untreat­ ed for both mental illness and substance use disorder, though a 2017 national sur­ vey found that of 65 million adults with mental illness and substance use disorders, 8.5 million had both. The Michigan analysis notes acute shortages of mental health and substance abuse providers in wide swaths of the state, concen­ trated in the northern Lower Peninsula and Upper Peninsula. It noted 25 coun­ ties have no psychiatrist and 10 counties - again, all rural - have no psychiatrist or psychologist. Sixteen rural counties do not have a substance use disorder treatment facility, and seven rural counties lack the trifecta of a psychologist, psychiatrist and substance abuse facility. Rural counties in Michigan have the lowest percentage of all types of mental health workers in the state. In Presque Isle County in the northeast comer of the Lower Peninsula, there were 4,260 people in 2018 to every behavioral health worker — a category that includes psychiatrists, psy­ chologists, licensed social workers, counselors, mar­ riage and family therapists and substance abuse provid­ ers. That’s 10 times higher than the state average of 400 people per behavioral health worker. Among 16 Michigan met­ ropolitan areas, Detroit and the Benton Harbor area had the highest percentage ofres­ idents with untreated mental illness, at 48 percent and 47 percent, respectively. In 14 of 16 metropolitan areas, at least 80 percent of residents with substance use disorder BASEBALL, continued from page 1 ents led the merchants of Vermontville to organize a high school baseball team in 1947. The team won their first 30 games in the threeyear stretch between 1947­ 49. Winning 31 of 32 games in all, Vermontville won the Eaton, Barry, Ionia County League championship in 1947 and 1948. They were runner-up in 1949, losing only to Sunfield in extra innings.” The Vermontville players who played at least one ofthe three years were: Orson Austin, Joe Caswell, Al Heath, Jim Zemke, Rudy Beystrum, Dale Spike Briggs, Bill Ferris, Chuck Hammond, Bruce Curly Stedge, Walt Vernon, Ken Beardslee, Al Mix, Dick Southern, Jack Cranson, Leon Goris, Homer Winegar, Ronnie Mull, Roger Wells, Eldon Hosey, Rex DeBar, Bill Huss, Doug Steward, Bud Trowbridge, Stan Trumble, Stanley Carter and Carroll Wells. “We didn’t have to work too hard with Ken pitching,” 1947 player Jim Zemke said. “It was kind of an uneventful year for the outfielders.” Still a Vermontville resi­ dent, Zemke said he is one of only two members of the 1947 team remaining today. He played left field, and went untreated. A statewide advocate for mental health and substance use disorder treatment said the report underscores gaps in treatment that have been known for years. “We consider this an epi­ demic in Michigan,” said Kevin Fischer, executive director of the Michigan chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. “At the end of the day, the state has to make this a prior­ ity. We just haven’t done that.” Officials with Michigan Health Endowment Fund expect the analysis to drive future grantmaking deci­ sions. In 2013, Michigan passed legislation that requires Blue Cross Blue Shield — the largest insurer in the state - to contribute up to $ 1.56 billion over 18 years to the fund to improve health care in Michigan. “This report provides a critical baseline for under­ standing and improving behavioral health care access in Michigan,” said Becky Cienki, director of behavior­ al health for the Health Fund. “We now have a clearer picture of the gaps and barri­ ers to treatment, and we’ll use the insights and recom­ mendations from this study to guide the Health Fund’s grantmaking strategy.” To date, Cienki said, the Health Fund has awarded $34 million in grants to address unmet behavioral health needs. The report issued more than a dozen recommenda- tions for addressing the treat­ ment gap. It did not estimate how much they might cost to implement. Recommendations include: Increasing the pool of behavioral health profes­ sionals in Michigan The report notes Michigan “would need 167 additional psychiatrists practicing in underserved geographic areas” to meet federal stan­ dards for appropriate care. It recommends expansion of residencies in psychiatry and psychiatric specialty training for nurse practitioners and physician assistants and expansion of programs to train licensed counselors and social workers. Advance the use of tele­ medicine That includes closing gaps in broadband internet con­ nection and capacity through­ out the state, “especially in rural areas.” According to the Federal Communications Commission, more than 900,000 rural Michigan resi­ dents lack access to mini­ mum federal broadband stan­ dards. While former Gov. Rick Snyder in 2017 signed into law a measure that allows physicians and mental health providers to prescribe con­ trolled substances through telemedicine, advocates for its expanded use say some physicians are reluctant to adopt the practice. Build professional sup­ port networks Promote the use of health­ care providers such as peer support specialists, recovery coaches and community health workers. The report recommends the develop­ sometimes catcher for ment of certification stan­ dards for peer support spe­ Beardslee. “He’d about take the mitt cialists to support insurance right off your hand,” Zemke reimbursement. Continue to integrate said. “Your hand was always primary care and behavior swollen.” • He recalled Beardslee’s health care The report cited a 2018 greatest talent, in addition to his curveball, was the control survey by the Community Mental Health Association of he had over the ball. representing In 1949, Beardslee signed Michigan mental health agencies across with the New York Yankees and played in the minor the state - that found more leagues between 1949 and than 600 initiatives under­ 1955, until back troubles way in the state to integrate ended his playing career. He went on to scout for the Pittsburgh Pirates for another 20 years. J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com • Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & ceo __________________Hank Schuuring • cfo___________ . 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Cienki of the Health Fund said there is abundant evi­ dence of the cost of leaving mental illness and substance abuse untreated, including a 2016 estimate that there were 400,000 inmates in U.S. jails with mental illness. According to the Michigan Wednesday, August 7th Ribbon Cutting 4:00pm OPEN HOUSE 4:00-7:00pm Bringyourfamily &,friends to help us celebrate Edward Jones Investments WENDI STRATTON Financial Advisor 423 N. Main St. Nashville, MI (517) 760-8113 www.edwardjones.com Member SIPC Edward Jones MAKING SENSE OF INVESTING �Page 4 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 3,2019 HISTORY, continued from page 1 what we have here in this small town,” Shilton said. The representative will be sending the library a report with her findings. In addition to people from the Nashville Michigan Historical Society and Sesquicentennial Committee, Shilton said the library has many people from out of town come to history room to research their family his­ tory. The school yearbooks in the library go back to the 1940s, historical platte maps and clippings of Susan Hinkley’s Memories of the Past stories, featured in the Maple Valley News, are available in the room. In addition, the second floor of the Putnam District Library has clothes, toys, uniforms, paintings, a model ship, tools and more pieces of Nashville history. The local history room is open twice a month, and dates for August are from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16, and 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 29. The Vermontville Township Library also has a local history section avail­ able to look at behind the front counter. Included in the section are newspaper clip­ pings, yearbooks, scrap­ books and more. The library also has news­ papers on microfilm going back to 1903. 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His studies have taken him many different places around the world, including Windsor Castle where Queen Elizabeth’s blades are housed. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, August 3,2019 — Page 5 Players put pickleball court to use Taylor Owens Staff Writer Nashville’s new pickleball courts at Putnam Park are in use every Thursday and Sunday at 7 p.m. by a group of players, which include the volunteers who helped to install the court this summer. Mike Beachnau said the project began after residents started playing at Lake Odessa’s pickleball courts, and they talked about the potential for courts in Nashville over the winter. Then they presented their idea at a Nashville Village Council meeting earlier this summer, and later worked with the Department of Public Works to transform the unused tennis courts at Putnam Park into pickleball courts. “Volunteers did a really good job putting this togeth­ er,” Beachnau said. There are usually at least eight players at the courts on Thursday and Sunday eve­ nings, but Beachnau encour­ aged anyone to come try out the courts at any time. One of the reasons pickle­ ball has become so popular in Nashville is because ofthe smaller court and slower movement, when compared to tennis. The court has already had players ranging from kids to octogenarians smacking around the wiffle ball with their short wooden paddles. Putnam Park also has been a great place for the courts because of the nearby bath­ rooms and play area, Beachnau said. Oftentimes couples bring their kids to the park and, while one par­ ent is playing pickleball, the other can play with the kids, then they switch back and forth. The village also is consid­ ering installing courts at Riverside Park west of the businesses on Main Street. If the village wants to do so, Beachnau said the players are willing to volunteer their time to help. Pickleball players (from left) Larry Trumble, Tracy Beachnau, Mike Beachnau and Linden Fisher are regulars at the new courts at Putnam Park. Medical examiner’s annual report documents deaths in Barry County Rebecca Pierce Editor What’s killing people in Barry County? According to the county’s medical examiner, Dr. Joyce deJong, if the death in Barry County in 2018 was acciden­ tal, it was most likely due to falls (8) or vehicles (7). Of the 146 cases in the county reported to deJong’s office last year, the manner of death was most likely nat­ ural (113), followed by acci­ dents (21), suicide (9), and homicide (2). Ofthe 21 accidental deaths in Barry County last year, 4 were drug related. The total number of deaths in the county - 390 last year — was low, comparatively speaking. For example,, deaths totaled 772 in Allegan County, 1,495 in Calhoun County and 2,977 in Kalamazoo County last year. But the lower number of deaths in Barry County may not be due solely to a smaller population or healthier life­ style. The report notes that the total number of deaths are recorded in counties where the individuals were pro­ nounced dead - rather than the county of residence or the county in which the inci­ dent leading to the death might have occurred. For example, if a motor vehicle crash occurred in Barry County, but the indi­ vidual who is injured is transported to Kent County and dies in a hospital there, the death would be reported in that county. Consequently, counties with major medical centers typically have a much higher number of deaths with inju­ ries that may have actually occurred in another county, deJong said. This medical examiner’s report, provided to the Barry (STORM) surveillance proj­ ect funded by the state to allow public health and law enforcement rapid access to opioids showing up in the community, deJong noted. “Between these results, which are ready within a few days, and autopsy reports, typically ready within 30 days, we provide data and reports to various agencies who are working to combat this crisis, a crisis that over­ all is showing no significant evidence that it is waning,” she wrote. Each of the counties has a Child Death Review Team that meets with a frequency reflective of the number of child deaths in the county. Law enforcement, public health, child protective ser­ vices, hospital personnel, school representatives and Dr. Joyce deJong is the medical examiner for Barry County and 11 other counties in Michigan. (Photo by “The National Association of Medical Examiners (NAME) accreditation stan­ dard requires 95% of exam­ ination. reports to be com­ pleted within 60 days; how­ ever, our office is proud to say that, on average, over 85% of our examination reports are completed within 30 days, rather than 60 days,” deJong wrote. “We provide answers to families, law enforcement, public health, and other interested parties 30 days sooner than most medical examiner offices, including our own just two years ago. In addition, we remain fully accredited by the National Association of Medical Examiners.” Much like 2016 and 2017, drug-related deaths, primari­ ly from opioids, remained high in 2018, she said. They participate in the Swift Toxicology for OpioidRelated Mortalities Life assure us that our coun­ ties remain amongst the top referring counties in the state, providing opportuni­ ties for families to possibly have their grief tempered by the knowledge that their loved one gave a gift that helped others.” “I recognize that this doc­ ument is full of numbers, tables and charts,” deJong said. “It is not lost on us that each number represents the death of a person, someone who was possibly a parent, grandparent, spouse, child, relative or friend to others.” “The deaths also represent a loss to our communities,” she concluded. “We dedicate this report to the memory of those lost and to those who have suffered the loss of a friend or relative in 2018.” THE HEAT! Rebecca Pierce) County Board of Commissioners recently, was the first since the county contracted with Western Michigan University Office of the Medical Examiner to provide services that started on Jan. 1,2018. Her presentation provided a statistical analysis of the deaths reported to the medi­ cal examiner in 2018 for Allegan, Barry, Calhoun, Grand Traverse, Kalamazoo, Leelanau, Mason, Muskegon, Osceola, St. Joseph and Van Buren counties. The office also serves as forensic pathology and forensic anthropology con­ sultants to a number of other counties in Michigan and northern Indiana. The medical examiner is required to investigate violent, unexpected or unex­ plained deaths, deaths of children and infants, and any deaths that occur in jail. many others attend these meetings. “When I cannot personally attend the meeting,” deJong added, “another forensic pathologist is almost always able to step in to attend these meetings, working with oth­ ers in the community to iden­ tify why children die and what can be done to prevent deaths in the future. “I am especially proud of our continued very high referral rate to Gift of Life for deaths occurring outside of a health care facility. In some counties, it appears the numbers declined a bit, but, in reality, our referral process simply became more refined to include deaths that meet the criteria for donation of tissues, heart valves and cor­ neas. “Our partners at Gift of POOL CARE PRODUCTS 2" Algicides gallon 16” Pedestal Fan (0379701) 20Fail ” Box (5893052) 20” Air Circulator 3-Speed (5893060) $Jg99 See us for color copies, one-hour 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 32" [hometown LUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 219 S. State in Nashville • 517-852-0882 I Propane “Fill Station Availabl �Page 6 — Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, August 3,2019 History of Nashville Plans have been in the worksfor well over a year to celebrate the sesquicentennial, or 150th birthday, of the village of Nashville. Among the activities will be a dedication ceremony to name a pavilion in memory ofSusan (Murphy) Hinckley. A Nashville native, Hinckley devoted several years to researching the history of the community and providing the Maple Valley News with her weekly “Memories of the Past” column. The column over the years featured colorful characters, school days, LEGAL NOTICE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN P.C., is attempting to collect a debt, any information obtained will be used for that purpose. MORTGAGE SALE - At Home R.E. LLC, granted a mortgage to Visio Financial Services Inc., Mortgagee, dated September 8,2017, and recorded on September 15, 2017, in Document No. 2017-009376, and assigned by said mortgagee to WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF RESIDENTIAL CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES TRUST II, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-Five Thousand Five Hundred Thirty-Eight and 86/100 Dollars ($45,538.86). Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 1:00 PM, on August 29, 2019. Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: Lot 4 of Block 20 of the Eastern Addition to the City of Hastings, Michigan, except the West 78 feet thereof, and except the East 96 feet thereof East of Fall Creek, and the North 1/2 of vacated Madison Street, lying adjacent to said lot. The redemption period will be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless abandoned under MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period will be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days from the MCL 600.3241 a(b) notice, whichever is later; or unless extinguished pursuant to MCL 600.3238. If the above referenced property is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of Act 236 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. Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, d/b/a Christina Trust, not in its individual capacity but soley as owner Trustee of Residential Credit Opportunities Trust II Mortgagee/ Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman P.C. 23938 Research Dr, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 1391288 (07-27)(08-17) milestones, businesses ofthe past, unique or tragic events, transportation over the years, memorable weather events, and occasional “this week in Nashville history." It seemsfitting to reprint her column in the days leading up to the big celebration in her favorite town. This column, published July 16,1985, was thefirst oftwo thatfocused specifically on the settling and development of the village. townships. Early settlers andfirst name Though Nashville is no longer served by a railroad, it owes both its name and its growth to an early local line: Grand River Valley Railroad. Though early pioneers opted to call the place “Forest City” for obvious reasons, it finally was named for Garadus Nash, chief civil engineer for the Grand River Valley Railroad. He may have offered to plat the village in return for the honor Nashville, Barry (accounts differ) but de did County’s third largest town, not do the platting and nestles in the Thomapple reasons for this are disputed. River Valley with its eastern However, the name stuck limits near the Eaton County and became official when line. It is located on two Nashville was incorporated major trunklines, M-66 and March 26, 1869, in an act M-79 and comprises parts of signed by Gov. Henry P. Castleton and Maple Grove Baldwin. Other names for the community considered but rejected were Johnstown and Greggsville, the latter for pioneer developer George Gregg and his son Robert who finally drew up the first village plats in 1865. Mr. NOTICE Nash resided in Nashville Default has been made in the only during the building of conditions of a mortgage made the railroad line, which by Lori Ann Dussia, an unmarried woman, to Ameriquest Mortgage commenced with surveying Company, Mortgagee, dated in 1866 and concluded with November 2, 2005 and recorded final construction in early December 13, 2005 in Instrument Number 1157602 Barry County 1869. Records, Michigan. Said mortgage The first white families is now held by Deutsche Bank to settle in Nashville put National Trust Company, as Trustee down roots north of the for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Thomapple River in what is Certificates, Series 2005-R11, by now the Putnam Park area. assignment. There is claimed to be Charles Hanchett and his due at the date hereof the sum of brother Hiram appear to One Hundred Forty-One Thousand Four Hundred Twenty-Seven have been the first white and 6/100 Dollars ($141,427.06), residents within what are including interest at 2.00003% per now the corporate limits of annum. Nashville. The Hanchetts Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and were operating a crude saw the statute in such case made and mill and living in a log provided, notice is hereby given that house nearby when the said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or second white family, the some part of them, at public vendue Henry Feighners, arrived in at the place of holding the circuit 1854. Henry’s brothers, court within Barry County, Michigan Solomon and William, also at 1:00 PM on SEPTEMBER 5, 2019. were early pioneers. In Said premises are located in addition to those already the Township of Prairieville, Barry named and the George B. County Michigan, and are described Gregg family which as: Lot 17, Shady Heights, Prairieville included 13 children, other Township, Barry County, Michigan, early settlers were Jacob as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page Purkey (whose son Thomas 37, Barry County Records. later became a noted The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, stonemason in Nashville); unless determined abandoned in Samuel R. Clendenin and accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, John Webster, both in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of blacksmiths; Eli Mallett, a such sale. miller; Alanson Phillips; and If the property is sold at O.E. Phillips. (The latter two foreclosure sale, pursuant to MCL were responsible for several 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who of the 10 subsequent buys the property at the mortgage additions to the original foreclosure sale or to the mortgage village.) holder for damage to the property Buildings go up during the redemption period. Dated: August 3,2019 The land on which File No. 19-006982 Nashville stands was Firm Name: Orlans PC purchased from the (08-03)(08-24) LEGAL NOTICE -the ■pit chamberofcomm^ WELCOMES YOU TO NASHVILLE POPULATION - 1374 MODERN SCHOOLS • CHURCHES - LOW TAXES HOME AND INDUSTRIAL BUILDING SITES. Nashville’s population numbered 642 for its first official count in 1870. The railroad’s arrival triggered an unprecedented local building boom, and by 1880 the count had risen to 1,028. In this welcoming billboard from the 1950s era, the village population is listed at 1,374. government in 1836-37 for speculation. From that time until the early 1850s, no improvements were made. The Henry Feighners built the first frame house north of the Thomapple River, in what is now the corporate limits of the village. Indians were their nearby neighbors. The first blacksmith shop in the settlement was built in 1855 on what is now South Bridge Street, west of the river, by Samuel R. Clendenin; and for the next century Nashville was never without a blacksmith. Leonard Stauffer was the first merchant in Nashville. He operated a general store in his home on the east side of Main Street, just north of what is now Reed Street. His was the first frame building south ofthe river. Churches established Religious sendees were first conducted in Nashville in 1866 by Rev. J.H. Richards, a Methodist minister from Kalamo, inside a partially completed grist mill owned by the Mallett family. The first church service held within a regular house of worship in Nashville was in 1870 at the Christian Church, still in service now [1985] as Trinity gospel at 219 Washington St. School begins In 1866, a notice was circulated for the purpose of erecting a village schoolhouse, and it met with prompt, response. The log building, situated west of what is now the Main Street business district near the swampy area adjacent to the river, was completed before dark on the appointed day. Miss Agnes Smith, later the wife of Nashville businessman Charles M. Putnam, was the the first teacher. She had 13 students at the onset, but within a year, the number of pupils had risen to 56. In the summer of 1867, the site where Kellogg Elementary School now stands was cleared of timber, and a two-room building erected. Two teachers were hired. By 1876, crowded conditions prompted the building of a small structure to house the primary department. Nine years later, even larger quarters were needed. The two-story brick Union School was built. The little primary school building was moved in 1885 to a site on Maple Street where it still stands after 90 years use as The Nashville News office. A disastrous nighttime fire Feb. 5, 1902, destroyed the Union School. It was replaced later that year by a similarly styled brick building that continued to serve the community until consolidation with Vermontville into the Maple Valley system in 1963. An addition to the old school was made in 1936 through the help of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and that unit served as a middle school. (The 1902 portion was razed in 1966.) Also currently in use in Nashville is the Fuller Street Elementary School built in 1952. Nashville’s junior and senior high students are bused to Maple Valley School, located in Eaton County, east ofNashville. Doctors arrive The first physician in Nashville was Dr. John Palmer, who arrived there in early 1866, and was appointed its first postmaster June 29 of the year. The post office was opened in his home. Mail was received three times weekly via stagecoach from Battle Creek until the railroad’s arrival in 1869. Since that time, Nashville’s post office has been located in a number of Main Street buildings. It currently is housed in a new post office dedicated in 1966. After Dr. Palmer’s tenure in Nashville, several other physicians served the community over the years. Among the best remembered were Dr. W.H. Young; Dr. HP. Comfort; Dr. Edgar T. Morris (who went to Nashville fresh out of medical school in 1898 and practiced there 60 years); Dr. Joseph T. Goucher (who a measure gained of notoriety by his conviction in 1888 of attempted grave robbery allegedly for medical specimens, at Barryville Cemetery); husband and wife team, Drs. John I and Minnie Baker; Dr. Francis F. Shilling; Dr. Pultz, who opened a small hospital on State Street; Dr. Carl K. 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Brown, seen in this mid19203 photo outside his North Main Street office. His untimely death at age 47 (in 1929) shocked and sad­ dened the community. Brown’s brother-in-law Stewart COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE CENTER Lofdahl came to Nashville from Chicago to assume his practice. Later, it was taken over by Lofdahl’s partner Dr. jPRg>. Thomas Myers, who was Nashville's only physician in 1985. Our Diagnostic Computer Software is Compatible With All Makes A Models &>W tata®153'' Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads luaf p®eate’(;' flm kR k Local Church Schedule ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School.............................. 1 0 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.................................. 11 a.m. Evening Worship ...............................6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.......................................... 7 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.......................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.................................... 11 Evening Worship...................................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service............................ 6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofMSB on Baseline) ....... 9 a.m. 1030 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Sun. Praise & Worship 1030 a.m.. 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. "Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 10: 00 a.m Church Service 11: 00 a.m................................... Fellowship REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR Worship...................................... 9:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-588-8415 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mUe East ofM-66, 5 mL south ofNashville) CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller SL, Nashville Sunday School........................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... P.M. Worship .......... 110 S. Main SL, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 7264)258 Wo matter who you are, or where you are on life'sjourney. you are welcome here.' Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (269) 963-7710 PASTOR PEGGY BAKER A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Phone: (517) 543-5488 Sunday Morning Worship: 930 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 930 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 1230 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Church Service....................... Sunday School....................... ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES . 517-7264)526 11 a.m. . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship............................................ 7 p.m. PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org Sunday School .... 10 a.m. AM. Service... 1:15 a.m. P.M. Service.. ... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips SL, Nashville Sunday School............................ 9:45 a.m. AM. Service.................................. 11 a.m. P.M. Service.............................................. 6 Wed. Service............................................ 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 945-0191 O JEFF DOBBIN’S NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: ......................... 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 795-2370 or RL Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK Worship Service....................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School......................... 1130 a.m. PASTOR KAREN KINNEY 517-852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship 830 a.m We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West .Worship 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass............................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS 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 Sunday Evening Service................. 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.............. 630 p.m. AWANA.......................... 630-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10.00 a.m. PASTOR RICH MITTERLING 517-231-3434 �Pape 8 — Just Say *Aa AtNadwd in the Maple valley News' Saunlay August 3,2019 Putnam wraps up summer reading Dominique Hinde had multiple experiments during her presentation, including making “goo* while telling a story about aliens. Dominique Hinde performs for summer reading participants at Fuller Street Elementary. Taylor Owen* Staff Writer Putnam District Library had iU last summer reading Call tor Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554.1 1-800-870-7085 event of the season al Fuller Street Elementary Wednesday. The evening started off with a perfor­ mance and experiments from Dominique Hinde from Science Tellers, who told a story about kids finding an alien spaceship. Afterward, the kids had a chance to win prizes from a drawing, including puzzles, planetarium projectors, shirts and other space-themed items. Assistant Director of Programming Sydney Khouri said summer reading had good participation, particu­ larly for the weekly events. The library tned a newstrategy this year by having its weekly events twice, once during the day and once during the evening, to catch families with busy schedules. Khouri said that worked out well, and they are dis­ cussing bringing it back for next year. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOL OF CHOICE Maple Valley Schools will provide a nurturing environment that creates productive citizens with lifelong learning skills. Maple Valley Schools has upgraded all school buildings and facilities. We are proud to announce the following: Air Conditioned ClaMroomt Updated PI ay ground Equipment NaeQuan Ashley, (from left) Trenton Billings, Adriania Billings, and Grade Williams pose with the items they chose during the summer reading prize drawing. All of their prizes reflected the summer reading theme of “A Universe of Stories." Tractors to take over village of Bellevue next weekend Pre School A C 'hi Id Care Options Upgraded Technology New lockers and locker rooms Athletic Facility Improvements The Maple Valley Staff has been working diligently to update our curriculum, instruction, and assessment resulting in our students achieving higher than state average test scores. Our programming includes: Positive Behavior Interventions Caring Student-Centered Teachers I Updated Elementary Curriculum Enrichment Courses Physical and Health Education Library and Computers Band (Grades 5 * 12) Art Education Comprehensive Assessment Plan Special Education Supports Multi-Tier System of Support (MTSS) Counseling Services District wide Nurse Extra and Co - Curricular Offerings Award winning Agriculture program Maple Valley Pathways High School (A Itemat i ve/Adul t/Vi rtual) Comprehensive Business Programs Woods/Manufacturing/Sawmill (operations) Musical Programs Dual Enrollment Opportunities Advanced Placement Courses (AP) Music Education We are now accepting Schools of Choice applications for the second semester ofthe 2019­ 20 school year. Enrollment is available for all grades Pre 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 districts. Our staff at Maple Valley will know and care for your child as an individual. Your child will be accepted for his/her strengths and skillfully challenged to improve on weaknesses. For enrollment information, please call 517.852.9275. Visit onr website: mvs.kl2.mLus Applications will be accepted through Friday, August 23,2019. Tractors of all makes and from all years will be the highlight of a three-day festival in Bellevue (Photo provided) Tractors will take over the village soon when the 16th annual Bellevue Tractor Show fills the streets Aug. 9-11. Washington Park will be full of fanning history and fun with tractors of all makes and ages on display. The weekend includes a host of activities and games for all ages. Admission to this fami­ ly-friendly event is free, and all tractors are welcome to participate. The festivities begin Friday, Aug. 9, with a tractor parade at 5 p.m., followed by a potluck dinner to which the public is invited to bring a dish and join. The weekend continues with tractor games, vendors, door prizes, live music and more activities. Two bicycles will be given away to a pair of lucky youngsters Saturday. The tractor parade, set to take place at 5 p.m. Saturday, will be led by Grand Marshal Brian McIntyre. More information on the tractor show is available by calling Stan Bryner, 517652-9729, or finding the Bellevue Tractor Show on Facebook. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-08-10.pdf edad12ea4dc39047f257459585f961bc PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY news Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 A local paper oftoday! Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 32, August 10, 2019 Nashville to add new sewage testing Taylor Owens StaffWriter It was short meeting for the Nashville Village Council Thursday, with no new or old business on the agenda. Michigan Department of Transportation Engineer Dan Roberts was absent from the meeting, although Nashville Director of Public Works Scott Decker said he was told the bridge is still on schedule to open before school starts Aug. 19. In his report, Decker said the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy is adding new stipulations to the village’s testing of the wastewater treatment site. Ponds at the site hold sew­ age water as it is being treat­ ed, before it is discharged as clean water into the Thomapple River. If the ponds were leaking sewage, it would likely make its way into the river. The village has about 13 well sites surround­ ing the ponds, which the state previously required the DPW to check, to determine if the ponds were leaking. In the 1990’s, after more than 10 years of checking, the state determined there was not a risk ofleakage, and it stopped requiring testing of the wells. But Decker said some similar wastewater treatment systems in Michigan have recently experienced leaks, so the state is requiring municipali­ ties with those systems to start checking again on a quarterly basis. Decker said he did not anticipate any issues. He said they have never had a prob­ lem with leakage in the past, and the water levels of the ponds are checked daily, so the DPW should have noticed ifthe water level in the ponds were going down, or not ris­ ing like normal, between dis­ charges. But he warned that the initial cost of the testing would likely be costly, but speculated the state may revoke the requirement after a period of time if the wells show no leakage. He told the council he would get them more information in the coming weeks, so it can be on the agenda at the next meeting. Decker also told the coun- cil that DPW employee Josh Pierce is checking into the prices for a tractor for slow plowing and mowing. The tractor the DPW currently uses for snow plowing is from 1994, and Decker said they want to use that tractor for less strenuous tasks to extend its usefulness. Pierce plans to have those prices available at the next meeting Aug. 22. Council President Mike Kenyon read a letter from the Barry County Historical Society congratulating the village on its 150-year anni- versary. He also announced the village will honor the volunteers who helped put on the sesquicentennial at the Sept. 19 meeting. After making revisions following the first public hearing, the council will hold a second public hearing on the exterior housing ordi­ nance at its Aug. 22 meeting. Nashville Police Chief Chris Koster was not at the meeting, but submitted a monthly report. The depart­ ment had 82 complaints, involving 10 arrests, for the month of July. Nashville celebrates 150 years Charlie Viele (center), with his wife Louise, accepts certificates honoring his service to the community from Vermontville Village Council President Jason Sheridan. Vermontville Village honors long-serving Charlie Viele Taylor Owens Staff Writer Vermontville Village Council Trustee Charlie Viele was presented with multiple certificates recog­ nizing 68 years of service to the community. The certificates, which the council gave to Viele at Stoneridge Assisted Living late last month, were from state Sen. John Bizon, state Rep. Angela Whitwer and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. Viele became a council member in 1952, and has served on the council for all but one term ever since. He became a member of the Vermontville Township Fire Department in 1951, and was appointed chief in 1988. He was elected to the Maple Valley Board of Education in the 1960s, and served on the Eaton Intermediate School District from 1969 to 1993, for which he received recog- Charlie Viele has been a member of local govern­ ment since 1952. nition from then-Gov. John Engler. Viele also served on the Eaton County Road Commission from 1986 to 1997. During its regular meeting Thursday, Vermontville Village Council President Jason Sheridan said Viele was pleasantly surprised to receive this recognition. Also at Thursday’s meet­ ing, the council voted to authorize Department of Public Works Supervisor Chris Rumsey to fix street catch basins for a cost not to exceed $10,000. Sheridan appointed coun­ cil trustee Kimberlee Kenyon to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Kenyon also said the council will reach out to Maple Valley administration to discuss how to mitigate speeding traffic near Maplewood, to keep students safe while they walk to school. The council also voted to get its attorney involved in enforcing ordinance viola­ tions. Taylor Owens Staff Writer After 150 years of waiting and two years of planning, Nashville had one of the big­ gest events in its history at the sesquicentennial celebra­ tion last weekend. “I haven’t seen this many people having fun in Nashville for years,” sesquicentennial committee chair­ man Kermit Douse said after Friday’s opening ceremony. He helped kick off events by reading the names of the founding families of Nashville and presenting cer­ tificates to their decedents in the audience. Some of those people came from across the country to attend, others have lived in Nashville their entire lives. State Rep. Julie Calley presented the village with a certificate honoring Nashville’s 150 years, signed by Calley, State Senator John Bizon, Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. The last justice of the peace in Nashville, Stewart Graham, presided over a renewal of vows for married couples in Nashville. Afterward, a special sur­ prise was announced and attendees had their pick among 700 cupcakes. Ten of the cupcakes had “gold” chocolate coins inside, which put the winners in a drawing for a $150 prize. Gary Bailey of Bellevue was the recipient of the $150 prize. He was at the event to see his grand­ daughter Gracie Bivens, a Maple Valley student who was one of six acts in the talent show Friday night, along with Sesquicentennial Queen Kay Bansemer. Centennial Queen and sesquicentenniall organizer Cathy Mix-Haylock crowned Bansemer, 16, • and Sesquicentennial Princess Claire Miller. Parade Grand Marshal N*w°Y«M,S'Zasb<>m!ii N*w°Y«MS'Zasb<>m!ii w «, as m two o detectives tra V‘tb Bo^^dto^F B^^dt^F Bo K’“’irf Ki Kirf f tflht tfl ‘shot ’M“’dt rMusohritnallyIn w toou cnadrerd hhiimm Md rushing In to carry him' ’mum J;Para<ly re'ei*d a’l.365.84 reward for his role in Booth's capture. Sesquicentennial Planning Committee Chairman Kermit Douse unveils the Michigan Historical Marker honoring early Nashville resident Emory Parady. Lois Elliston also was recog­ nized at the opening ceremo­ ny. Elliston worked for the Village of Nashville as trea­ surer for more than 40 years. The sunny weather contin­ ued Saturday, the biggest day of the celebration. Barry County Brewfest ran from early afternoon into the eve­ ning. Barry County Chamber of Commerce staff estimated See CELEBRATION, pg. 6 In This Issue Nashville residents receive Narcan kits Vomberg-Trumley scholarships available in Eaton County Bicycles given to 20 kids at Visit Vermontville Day Color Run takes off on newly paved trail �Page 2 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, August 10,2019 Nashville residents receive Narcan kits Taylor Owens Staff Writer Nashville residents may be better able to respond to the opioid crisis after a visit from Barry County Special Abuse Task Force Thursday. Prevention Specialist Hannah Napolillo educated 11 attendees at Putnam District Library about opi­ oids, providing a history of the opioid crisis and what to do when somebody overdos­ es. Napolillo also trained them how to use Narcan, which is administered to bring someone out of an overdose, and gave attendees free kits with two doses each. “We just want this in the hands of as many people as Barry County Substance Abuse Task Force Prevention Specialist Hannah Napolillo possible,” she said. talks about opioids and Narcan at Putnam District Library Thursday. Putnam is the third library she has visited, and Napolillo said she would like to branch out into businesses and restaurants - anyplace that deals with a lot of people. The hour and a half class is free, as are the Narcan kits that attendees receive, paid for by Southwest Michigan Behavioral Health. Vermontville resident Marilyn Frith said she came to the presentation to learn more, and was surprised at the number of medications containing opioids. She also wanted to learn more about the warning signs for when someone may have over­ dosed from opioids. Whitney Pennington said she attended because she is Marilyn Frith and Whitney Pennington receive free Narcan kits. frequently involved in the community and events. She wanted to learn what to do if she wouldn’t freeze up in an able on the Barry County satf.com or swmbh.org. she encountered someone emergency situation. Substance Abuse Task Force experiencing an overdose, so More information is avail- Facebook page, barrycounty- Barry County Resource Connection Fair is Wednesday SUPPORT OUR TROOPS PAST AND PRESENT Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019 • 5:30-7:00 at the Nashville VFW Post 8260 Walleye Dinner or Chicken Tenders t iz.oo atthe door 11 Dinners include: Fries, ► Mac & Cheese, Coleslaw, & Dessert NASHVILLE VFW 8260 304 S. State St., Nashville • 517.852,9260 r The annual Resource Connection Fair will be from 10 am. to’noon Wednesday, Aug. 14, at the Barry Community Enrichment Center, 231 S. Broadway, in Hastings. Now in its 11th year, this event hosts several organiza­ tions, local businesses and community resources all in one place at the same time - a one-stop shop - to apply for benefits, interview for job opportunities, sign up for ser­ vices, and more. Coordinated in partnership with the Barry County Continuum of Care and the Barry County United Way, this is the place for people in need to apply for help from the community without hav­ ing to bounce around to dif­ ferent agencies. Prospective employees can participate in on-site job interviews with local employ­ ers. Optional child care is available while those who visit the resource fair or while they interview. Free chil­ dren’s haircuts are available just in time for school. Those who attend can sign up for the Barry County United Way backpack program or find free clothing, and more. More than 25 organiza­ tions from across Barry County y are participating pp g in the event,. including . .Barry County Commission on Aging, Barry County Great Start Collaborative, Barry County Transit, Community Action, DHHS, Housing Services of Mid-Michigan, Haven, Green Gables Rehabilitation Michigan Services, Pine Grove Housing Services, The Shack, Michigan Works and many more. Emily Blocher, housing resource specialist at the Barry County United Way said, “This year’s event has expanded beyond what we could have ever imagined. We are excited to be able to offer such a large number of resources all under one roof at the same time. “Our ultimate goal is to inform the community of the many different opportunities for assistance that have in our community and hopefully help to move more individu­ als and families into being self-sufficient.” The Barry County Continuum of Care is a com­ munity-based group that meets monthly to address the needs of Barry County resi­ dents who may experience a housing crisis — with the ultimate goal ofhelping them gain independence. More information is available by calling ableby calling Barry Barry County Count United Way, 269-945 1 Backpack program taking donated school supplies With school just around nering with us on this proj­ the comer and the list of ect,” Lani Forbes, executive needed school supplies director of Barry County weighing on families, Barry United Way, said. “This pro­ County United Way has again gram will allow families to partnered with the communi­ focus on their basic needs instead ofhow to include this ty to address the need. Distribution will take place added expense in their the week ofAug. 19 for chil­ monthly budget. Thanks to dren living in homes at 200 very generous contributions percent of the poverty level so far, we are only in need of or below. Those interested in about 20 boys’ elementary receiving a backpack and backpacks and 60 high school school supplies should call backpacks.” Barry County United Way, Other items needed 269-945-4010, to determine eligibility. Once this is deter­ include: 800 spiral-bound note­ mined, a time will be sched­ uled for children to “shop” books 375 pocket folders for their supplies. 900 pens The lower level at 900 pencils Highpoint Community Bank 370 colored pencils in Hastings will be the loca­ 12-count boxes tion to provide backpacks 350 washable markers and school supplies to Barry 150 children’s scissors County children in kindergarten through 12^ grades 70 crayons - 24-count who need additional support boxes 114 boxes of facial tissue for the coming school year. 157 plastic pencil boxes Last year, 318 children 10 mlers received school supplies and 137 highlighters a backpack. 111 three-ring binders Residents who would like to contribute school supplies 168 bottles ofhand sanitizmay drop those off at any er Highpoint Community Bank 180 pencil-top erasers branch, in Bellevue, 106 packs of lined paper Caledonia, Hastings, for three-ring binders Marshall, Middleville, 73 calculators 159 packs of construction Nashville or Wayland. “Our employees are really paper 120 dry-erase markers excited about helping with 116 packages of index this special project, and we hope our friends and custom­ cards 57 Sharpie markers ers will join us in this project, as well,” Nancy Goodin, 171 containers of disin­ marketing director at fecting wipes Highpoint Community Bank, 130 headphones/earbuds said. Items also may be dropped “One of my favorite parts off at Thomapple Credit of this program is that the Union; Walker, Fluke and children get choices — they Sheldon; Barry County choose which backpack, pen­ United Way; Edward Jones cil box, scissors, notebooks, Office, Andy Cove; Edward etc.,” Goodin said. “It gives Jones Office, Kevin Beck; them a sense of ownership, and Welcome Comers and they feel good heading offto school with their choice Church. “Each year we see an of school supplies.” Anyone with questions increase in the number of families that need assistance about the program may call purchasing school supplies the Barry County United so we are very thankful that Way office, 269-945-4010. Highpoint Community Bank and so many others are part- MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar ofEvents August 2019 10 State Dog Show, MSU Pavilion 11 Open Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center 13 Garden Chefs from Garden to Table, 10 a.m.-l p.m., MSU 4-H Children’s Garden 14 Stories in the Garden, 7-8:30 p.m., MSU Children’s Garden 15 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center 15 Bubble Day, 10 a.m.-noon, MSU 4-H Children’s Garden 20 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office 21 Stories for Sprouts and Seedlings, 10-11 a.m., MSU 4-H Children’s Garden 21 Resumes Made Easy Webinar; 11 a.m., contact Extension Office for link. 30 Last day to pick up fair premiums. H $\ ** I iI rjjj M ik I M 'Jill J# I >1 I Hi | nW® ltd I w M *"1 I I I pi I I I Ik f Silt®, tytskf HI® sfed-ris rottellffi ®p)' lb W tat mt (UflOJIl! IS E wins B® wta mH) ate tat. Intilta kii^ta ta. j|$ fc. I M tai’ I I tir at : tai J i Mll ta J N I 1 M ।।• >nt �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 10,2019 — Page 3 Nashville development tied to trains ""P1 , ** ’Kft B^iWKn *«* p B llta^, ■it IK prte if h 3EG- ® irai ySapri® fob. UlMffidb u i sja tonjW E alatistilffi-J i®rbiliW Kjs dta.®®^ .ggj ■ hi (ggg (isi# . a®® iiB^ Plans have been in the “peculiar” religious views. worksfor well over a year to He was a Freethinker, a celebrate e the Liberalist ... and had no sesquicentennial, or 150th church superstition hanging birthday, of the village of to his skirts,” it was said Nashville, Among the about his death. activities will be a Newspapers dedication ceremony to The first newspaper name a pavilion in memory published in Nashville was ofSusan (Murphy) Hinckley. the Nashville Business A Nashville native, Hinckley Register, a brief business and devoted several years to news sheet that made its researching the history of debut Feb. 10, 1870, under the community and direction of merchant providing the Maple Valley Leonard Stauffer. The first News with her weekly issue of The Nashville News, "Memories of the Past” a continuously published column. The column over the forerunner of the presentyears featured colorful day Maple Valley News, characters, school days appeared Oct. 1, 1873. The recollections, milestones, publisher was Omo Strong, businesses of the past, a slightly built 19-year-old unique or tragic events, from Lawton who became transportation over the an outspoken crusader for years, memorable weather community betterment. In events, and occasional “this 1888, Strong sold the paper week in Nashville to employee Len W. history "summaries. Feighner, a nephew of It seemsfitting to reprint Stauffer, who continued to her column in the days publish it for the next 40 leading up to the big years while simultaneously celebration in her favorite serving as Nashville’s town. This column, postmaster and going on to published July 23,1985, was become a state legislator. the second of two that Like his predecessor, focused specifically on the Feighner also crusaded via settling and development of The News for community the village. improvements. Four other publishers - A.B. McClure, The first industry in Willard Gloster, Donald Nashville was a furniture Hinderliter and John shop established in 1867 by Boughton - owned the paper Jacob Lentz, a French-bom from the time Feighner sold cabinet-maker who later the weekly in 1928 until it took his three sons, Charles, was purchased in 1975 by Albert and Lewis, into the J-Ad Graphics Inc. of company which, for more Hastings, present publishers. than half a century, The Maple Valley News represented the village’s continues to play an largest concern, at one time important role in the employing as many as 125 community, serving both workers turning out fine Nashville and its sister city, reproductions of 18th Vermontville, of 18th in Eaton century tables and other County. furniture. Firefighting Local manufacturers in Among the many village the village today include R improvements for which & F Industries, Curtis Craft Editor Strong campaigned Center, Maple Valley was a fire department. At his Concrete Products and Baby urging, an early hbok and Bliss, a branch of a ladder company was formed Middleville-based maker of in 1875. In 1882, the first infant clothing. official volunteer fire Standard Stamping department was organized Company, founded in 1942, and is still active today. It is was for some 25 years an supported now by the important employer in the Village of Nashville and village, but it is no longer in townships of Castleton and business. Maple Grove. Operating as a Elections separate entity is an The first village election ambulance department, also in Nashville was held April supported by the three 7, 1869, and became governmental units. somewhat unruly when it The first serious fire in was alleged that transient Nashville occurred Feb. 25, railroad workers were being 1874, when a half-dozen allowed to vote. The first businesses on the west side Street were president, elected in that of Main contest, was Lemuel Smith, destroyed, including The a Vermont native who came News office, which was to Michigan in 1855 and was frantically tom down to halt “most frank” about his the spread of flames. The incident prompted Editor Strong to push for a village fire department. Water and sewer The first municipal waterworks system, including a pump house and 85,000-gallon standpipe to hold river water for non­ consumptive purposes, was completed in 1892, not long after fire destroyed the Lentz Table Company plant near Main Street. The factory was rebuilt on the east side of town on condition the village would offer an adequate water supply for fire protection. Nashville’s first sewer system was installed in 1908. Both it and the waterworks system have been upgraded and expanded within the past 10 years [1985]. Telephones The first phones in Nashville were installed in 1898 by Michigan Telephone Company, but service was very limited in scope. The next year, Citizens Telephone Company strung lines and installed phones, giving the village much wider coverage. Electric lights, with power furnished by the Thomapple Electric Company, were first turned on in Nashville in February 1902. Four arc lights brightened Main Street. The News office was one of the first business places to give up its acetylene gas plant in favor of the new lights. Today Nashville is served by Consumers Power Company and Michigan Bell Telephone. Automobiles The first automobile used in Nashville was a Thomas Tri-Auto driven in 1902 by local bicycle entrepreneur Joseph C. Hurd. The three-wheeled gasoline-powered vehicle was said to have great speed. Hurd later became an early local Ford dealer and is generally credited with introducing two other firsts to Nashville: The radio and the ice cream cone. State Street was the first in Nashville to have boardwalks on both sides (in 1875). It was also the first residentially developed street. Concrete walks were not seen in Nashville until 1881. Nashville’s Main Street was paved with brick in 1917 and continued to serve until coated with bituminous aggregate in August 1949. Agriculture connection hill h Nashville has llong hd had a good business relationship with the surroundingg farming districts. The old grist mill, a Nashville landmark built in 1881 and razed in 1977, was important to rural residents of the area. It was located on North Main at the river, where its water wheel was powered by a dam across the Thomapple. The mill was built by local Advent Minister Philip Holler a miller, to replace his earlier facility west of the river. On the south side of town, an elevator built in 1879 near the railroad also served the farming community. It was operated by a succession of owners until sold in 1920 to the Nashville Co-op Elevator Association. No longer operating is a Farmers’ Cooperative Creamery, established in 1914 and run in various locations until 1952. Prize­ winning butter was turned out there. The first bank in Nashville was a privately owned concern organized in 1874 by Theodore Downing, John Barry and Dan Everts. In 1889, the Farmers and Merchants Bank organized, and in 1905, the State Savings Bank. In 1929 those two were consolidated to form the Nashville State Bank, which was closed in July 1931 due to the effects of the Great Depression. Clubs and organizations Nashville has had a number of social and fraternal organizations over the years. The oldest still in existence is the Masonic Order, F&AM No. 255, which had its first official communication Nov. 25, 1868, nearly four months before the village was incorporated. Another group that has stood the test of time is the Woman’s Literary Club, founded in 1905. The Nashville Garden Club was Part II organized in 1935 and also former Charles Putnam still meets regularly; the home, has been operational Lions Club was chartered in since September 1923, after 1942; VFW post Thomapple the Putnams willed their Valley No. 8260, was residence to the village for formed in 1946; and the that purpose. The library chamber of commerce was receives support from both organized in 1953, although Nashville and the two its forerunner, the townships (Castleton and Community Club, dated Maple Grove) as well as back to 1924. from Assyria Township by Community contract. The building was “The outstanding quality designated in 1980 as a state of Nashville is the historic site by the Michigan cooperative spirit of its Historical Commission. residents,” noted Charles A. Putnam Park on the north Weissert in his book Historic edge of Nashville also was Michigan, Land ofthe Great named in honor of Charles Lakes. Putnam, although it was not That spirit is still evident a gift from the family, as in the community. In 1949, a many assume. The land fine athletic field was built owned by the village was by volunteer labor; a first known as Waterworks recreational has Park and was renamed in park recently been developed 1911 in honor of Putnam under direction of a group of because of his personal volunteers calling efforts to develop it into a themselves the Maple Valley scenic and restful site. Riverside Recreational Much of the modern-day Development Corp.; the attention directed at the annual community maple village today comes from syrup-making project, which “Nashville of the North,” dates back to 1942, is still an Sandyland Park, located on important fundraiser for the west edge of Nashville. is an outdoor local organizations taking It area that part in the production; and a entertainment drive is currently underway throughout the summer hosts country-western to raise $50,000 for a noted children’s wing to Putnam performers from the Grand Public Library. The library, Ole Opry and other points. housed in the 1884-85 TIME T0 START « CHRISTMAS GIFTS Quilts, Totes, Pillow Cases, Table Toppers, Stockings, Tree Skirts, ETC... LOOK AT OUR SALE TABLE Trayfor our (Nation. ‘■(j* QUESTIONS: ASK US... 218 E. 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Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com You can find all audition materials and information on our website: http://wwwstepntimedancestudio.com/nutcracker2019 Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com Auditions are located at 301 Main St, Nashville, Ml 49073, home of the Gown Revue. �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, August 10,2019 VERMONTVILLE, MI Marabeth Kay (VanBlarcom) Graham, age 67, of Vermont­ ville passed away peacefully in her sleep surrounded by family early Friday morning, July 26, 2019. She was bom August 2, 1951, the only child of Claude VanBlarcom and Alice (Wright) VanBlarcom. Marabeth had a great love ofmusic starting in her school years and carrying on through­ out her life. She earned many high-honor awards in school for her musical abilities play­ ing the flute and piccolo. After school she was active in the church choir and enjoyed play­ ing in the Maple Valley Alumni Band. She played many parts in numerous musicals with The Revue theater group. She par­ ticipated in 4-H and from there blossomed into a very talented seamstress sewing for family, friends, and neighbors alike. In most recent years, she could be found in winter months lap covered perfecting her quilting skills or knitting her beautiful or crazy handmade socks. Marabeth held a few jobs outside of the home, but her favorites were homemaker and most especially daycare for her beloved grandchildren. She will be lovingly remem­ bered and greatly missed by her husband of 45 years, Stan Graham; her sons and daugh­ ters-in-law, Travis (Layla) Graham, Trent (Alaina) Gra- ham, and her grandchildren, Kyle, Alex, Eva, Ryan, and Rylie Graham, many extended family members, friends, and neighbors. She was preceded in death by her parents, Claude and Alice VanBlarcom and her in-laws, Wallace and Elinore Graham. A celebration of her life will be held Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019, at Nashville United Methodist Church at 2 p.m. Visitations will be prior to the service from 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 2p.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, she re­ quested donations be made to the Bismark Schoolhouse, a place she enjoyed and spent countless hours. Bismark Community Boosters, C/O Amy Robinson, 421 Bismark Hwy., Vermontville, MI 49096. Further information is avail­ able at Daniels Funeral Home www.danielsfuneralhome.net. HAND POWER TOOLS Allen B. Bowen, a proud veteran ofWorld War II who ran search lights in the Army to watch for enemy aircraft, died peacefully surrounded by family on August 1, 2019 at Eaton Community Pallia­ tive Care. Allen, age 98, of Portland and formerly of Vermont­ ville was bom November 15, 1920 in Tecumseh to Claude and Helen (Bunting) Bowen. Always a tender hearted man who would give you the shirt off his back, Allen will be greatly missed by his extensive family and friends. He was vety proud of his children and grandchildren and their achievements in col­ lege, jobs, and in their lives. Growing up he was part of a large family that valued farming, and that carried into adulthood as he became a member of the Michigan Fanners Hall of Fame, and was a member of the Battle Creek Pony Association. A lifelong farmer, Allen was also a DHIA milk tester and enjoyed going to horse and tractor pulls as well for enjoyment. Allen worked for the Coun­ ty Road Commission driving truck until his retirement in 1982. In his spare time, he also enjoyed dancing, play­ ing cards, watching Detroit Tigers baseball, wood work­ ing in his shop, and he refur­ bished a horse-drawn buggy. He was also a lifelong mem­ ber of the American Legion Post 222 in Vermontville. ARMSTRONG CEILING TILE USG DRYWALL VINYL SIDING OAK, PINE HARBOR’ DRY MIX CRETE MOLDING CABINE.TS PLYWOOD-LUMBER .Come J® nome.to Jlfi Aqyaiity. Andersen. PRE-HUNG STEEL DOORS SUPPLIES DOORS POOL CARE PRODUCTS TANKS filled JW57 Johns Manville HK*K RugDodor SUPPLIES & RENTAL ATLAS Featuring SHINGLES fflHOMETCWNj l i! !■■LU■M■B■ERl &- HARDWARE 219 S. State in Nashville • 852-0882 www.HometownLumber.com XX! The celebration of life for Robert Earl Jewell; bom July 10, 1936 son of Claude Murray Jewell and Emma Margaret (DeLeau). Grew up in Lansing Michigan and graduated from Sexton High School. Robert went into the US Air Force, was trained to be a dental assistant. He was stationed in Newfoundland Canada (Earnest Harmon Air Force Base Stephenville, Allen is survived by his Nfld). This is where he would daughters, Cahterine (Wil- meet Lucy Maude Walters liam) Nichols and Janice and get married. He later (Mark) Kersjes; seven grand-­ moved to Texas and Califorchildren; 13 great-grand- nia, only to return to Lansing. Robert and Lucy had a and three children; daughter and son, Cynthia great-great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his Kang ofBattle Creek; Robert wife of 59 years, Beatrice in Allen Jewell (Kimberly) of May of 2000; second wife, Escanaba. Robert then married EveJeanette; eanee; an and hiss sngs, siblings, Eloise, Ima Jean, Freddy, lyn Geneva Schunk. Joining Collene, Claude, Wayne, and the family would be Brent Richard. Allen (Paula) of Lake OdesFriends are encouraged to sa and Todd Lynn of Grand support Allen’s family at vis- Ledge. Tara Kay (Casey) itation and funeral services. Case Case of ofBattle Battle Creek Creek would would Funeral services were Tues- fill out his family. Robert and day, Aug. 6, 2019, 11 a.m. at family would finally settle on Pray Funeral Home in Char­ the Jewell Farm in Sunfield. Robert worked as a sherlotte with Pastor Gary Cole­ riffdeputy and a couple other man officiating. If desired, the family sug-jobs to settle in at General gests memorial contributions Motors Oldsmobile plant to Eaton Community Palli- (BOC) Lansing, where he re-ative Care or Maple Valley tired on June 1, 1992. Robert Memorial Scholarship fund. would also become a minis­ Friends and family are asked ter as his father was. Robert enjoyed his farmto share memories of Allen on his Tribute Page at www. ing; he would spend many PrayFuneral.com. The fam- hours with his neighbor ily is in the care of Pray Fu- farmers to all help each othneral Home, Charlotte. er out to get the work done. He would spend time fish­ ing (both ice and open wa­ ter) with family and friends. Robert and Cecil Rogers would end up a joke in the paper that they would go ice fishing only to return home early and tired after they cut a hole big enough to put their boat in. He enjoyed hunting and being outdoors. Robert spent time on the radio com­ municating with friends he found there. Brent would precede Robert in death in 1997. Eve­ lyn in 2003. Todd in 2013. Robert was also preceded in death by his Father Claude, Mother Emma, Uncle Walter, granddaughter Amanda. Robert knocked on the door of Helen Leslie, Mallison, Blundell Jewell, and soon married her in 2005. The family would grow to In­ clude Elizabeth (-late- Brett) Courtney Lake Odessa, Lori (Russell) Schrauben of Holt, Melissa Goodemoot and son­ in-law Kendall Goodemoot of Portland, -late- Jeffery (Cess) Mallison of Lake Odessa and and ——latelate- Edward Edward Odessa (Kim) Mallison of Lake Odessa. Robert’s family would in­ clude many grandchildren and great grand children. Robert and Helen attended Grace Brethren Church in Lake Odessa, becoming a part ofthis big family also. Graveside service was held at the Sunfield Cemetery on St Joe Hwy. Sunfield Town­ ship on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019 at Pastor Karl Bashlor officiating, with a memorial dinner following at the Grace Brethren Church 2720 Vedder Rd. Lake Odessa 48849. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association www.alz.org/donate or Can­ cer Research www.cancer. org Please visit the special web page made for Robert to leave a condolence or light a candle: www.RosierFuneralHome.com. The family has entrusted the arrangements to the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield: Rosier Funeral Home. PAINTS FIBERGLASS INSULATION THERMAffIRU Robert Earl Allen B. Bowen Marabeth Kay Graham Putnam Library offering a book adoptionprogram Putnam District Library will host Book Adoption Day from 6 to 7 p.m. Aug. 13. There are various books that have been taken out of the library’s collection that are looking for loving homes and, during the event, kids will have the opportunity to take them home. With an official book adoption, there is an official book adoption certificate, Call 269-945*9554 for Maple Valley News ads too. These books range from various areas in the kids’ sec­ tion: board books, early read­ er, easy chapter, junior, and picture books. Kids can adopt multiple books if they would like — the only requirement is that each child loves and reads their adopted books as much as possible! Friday will bring the return of another fun kids’ program: Read With Me Storytime. This program is designed for children ages birth through pre-school. Hop into Storytime to learn about frogs with Mrs. Darcie Kelly at 11 a.m. There will be sto- tha ries, music, and more that encourages growth in early literacy skills. A complete listing of all upcoming library programs is available on the library calendar at putnamlib.org and Putnam District Library Facebook page. Paper copies ofthe month­ ly program calendar also are available at the library during regular business hours. More information is available by contacting Sydney Khouri, assistant director ofprogram­ ming, at 517-852-9723. -- �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, August 10, 2019 — Page 5 The countdown is on Dr. Katherine Bertolini Superintendent It has been a whirlwind of a summer. As we prepare to welcome back our staff and students with open arms and to fill our time with learning and growth, it is fun to look back on our summer of 2019. The B. Bus was in the second year of operation and reader­ ship continued to grow this year. I was able to read at two of the sessions and I know board members, principals and teach­ ers did the same. It was a fun way to reconnect with our stu­ dents while they were off on break. The B. Bus has books at all levels, even for our parents, and is the product of a great working relationship with the Barry County YMCA and other area schools. Check it out in these last weeks, if you haven’t already. Our Read by Grade Three Poster Competition posters were printed. Look for them around town and in our buildings to promote the importance of reading to everyone in the Valley. We finalized our Community Eligible Provision which will now allow us to provide breakfast and lunch at no cost to all ofourfamilies in Maplewood, Fuller Street, Little Lions and Pathways programs. This is a huge financial benefit to all of our families in the Valley and it is great to have this program activated. Maple Valley participated in the Nashville Sesquicentennial Celebration by driving a float in the parade and providing our theater students an opportunity to recreate the lives of our founding fathers and mothers. The celebration also featured Maple Valley students Kay Bansemer as sesquicentennial queen and Claire Miller as princess. We said goodbye to our Class of 2019 with great celebra­ tions and anticipation for all of the outstanding things they will accomplish with their hard work, strong minds and good hearts. And, as we say goodbye to our seniors, we are wel­ coming our kindergarten class as they begin their school journey. Enrollment is up and, at my last count across the four ** aiaa^ *<•! 1 HBfr *fe!Wtlity '8j> Slot Buy. Safe; I ninr ijultokN obi Mrto.(ri'i '□Si& MBflllia attat feiltesfe ■tfe MraMPJB K;J. ialilitM £;ak. taMswtai u LltanlM e nwMarlt ■B M 0 M ”® n»® ji ..^ fciroiM1 Spidels celebrate 50th wedding anniversary Gary and Diana (Russell) Sidel celebrate 50 years of marriage on August 16. They were married by Rev. Rhoads in his home in Nashville on Aug. 16. 1969. They are currently enjoying their retirement with family and friends, and antiquing across the state. They are enjoying this time with their daughter, Jodi Risner; three grandchildren, Ryann Risner and fiance Guido Saltarelli, Trenton (Kara) Risner, Jaime (Jake) Wilkens, and two wonderful great-granddaughters, Piper and Nora Wilkens. Cards are appreciated — 6065 Bivens Road, Nashville, MI 49073. Vomberg-Trumley scholarships available in Eaton County Nafsb tbit many k sections ofkindergarten and our Young 5’s program, we now have 89 students. We are adding a new section ofkindergarten to ensure we continue our commitment to low student-teacher ratios in this important first year of learning. We have celebrated careers and retirements and said good­ byes to some of our much-loved teachers as they left to seek other opportunities. And we have welcomed our new teachers who bring their talents, energy and knowledge to join the Valley. In future articles, I will be introducing you to our new teachers. We have made some fantastic additions to our teach­ er pool and I am excited for all ofus to know them better. I completed my move into the district, which has been a wonderful immersion in the community for me. I am enjoying my home and reducing my commute from 45 minutes to 6. Gardening filled most of my spare time this summer and I have plenty of space to keep expanding my gardens as the summers come and go. Our excellent coaches of our fall sports organized a grueling week of physical training for our athletes. Different outside groups came in each day this week to train, inspire and motivate our athletes to be at their best in competition, school and life. I watched from the sidelines when the kids worked with the Michigan State Police Recruit School Trainers and it was inspiring to see our kids working so hard. If you see our coaches, ask them to tell you about our guest trainers and our awesome student athletes. Summer is a time of transition, celebration, rejuvenation and preparation in schools and Maple Valley is ready. It is a great day to be in the Valley. The Vomberg-Trumley Scholarship Foundation announced that Eaton County students have been awarded $31,000 in scholarships for the academic year 2019=2020. The scholarship has been in existence since 1961 and has been awarded to over 1,000 students. The scholarship is award­ ed to Eaton County high school seniors based on financial need. It is unique in that it follows the recipient through college or trade school and even to comple­ tion of graduate degrees — as long as the recipient remains a full-time student in good academic standing at their college or trade school. The scholarship was first made available by Arthur J. Vomberg. Vomberg was a lifelong Eaton County resident and clothing retailer. During his lifetime, he made annual contributions to the Scholarship Foundation. Making college education possible to residents of Eaton County by providing scholar­ ships to those students who had financial need became his legacy. Richard J. Trumley’s first job was working for Vomberg. That relationship evolved and they became friends as well as business partners. Through Trumley’s hard work and diligence, General Aluminum Products became the Eaton County’s largest employer. Trumley and his late wife, Beverly, also shared Vomberg’s goal of helping Eaton County stu­ dents pursue their college or trade school dreams. They became benefactors to the scholarship that now bears their name. The Vomberg-Trumley Scholarship Foundation con­ tinues to fulfill the hopes, CLARKSVILLE STEAM AND GAS ENGINE SHOW August 22,23 and 24th Gates are open from 8:00am to 8:00pm. dreams and the legacy of Vomberg and the Trumleys. Scholarships are awarded and renewed on an annual basis. To be considered, Eaton County High School Seniors need to complete and submit an application by April 30, 2020. Renewals must be completed and submitted by July 1,2020. For further information, see the Vomberg-Trumley Foundation website at www. vombergtrumleyfoundation. weebly.com • Bailing Tractor Parades • Shinglemill • Thrashing • Silo Filling Steam Powered Saw Mill In Memory of John Coats Tractor Gaines in the evening. Free popcorn after the games. Craft Sales - Flea Market Ice Cream Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Daily Friday is Senior Citizens Day and Seniors get in for $4.00 all day Admission is $5.00 Children under 12 get in FREE For More Information Call: Vickie (616)893-5545 Diroctions: Take the Clarksville Exit *58 off 1-96 and go south to Robbins Rd. then go west to the show grounds. Robbins Rd. is just over the read road track after you pass Big L Lumbar. jjrBita® . ,,, -■'. L'. 3®t® ikWibi®^ Local Church Schedule ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School............................... 110 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........................................... 11 Evening Worship............................ .......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.......................................... 7 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship .......................... 11 a.m. .Evening Worship...................................... 6 .Wednesday Family Night Service............................. 6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 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. BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service....................... Sunday School....................... ...... 9 a.m. .10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) A 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. Phone: (517) 543-5488 110 S. Main St, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 10: 00 a.m............................Church Service 11: 00 a.m....................................Fellowship REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR 9:15 a.m. 8593 Cloverdale Road 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (corner M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................ 8:30 a.m We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. (1/2 mile East ot M-66, 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............................. 9:45 a.m. 11 a.m. ......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship..................................................... 7 PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone:(517)852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org Sunday School ............ 10 A.M. Service... ....... 11:15 P.M. Service... .............. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School............................ 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service.................................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service.................................... 6 p.m. Wed. Service .................................. 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: ...................... 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ..................11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-588-8415 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets PASTOR KAREN KINNEY 517-852-2043 KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship........................ ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Worship Service........................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.......................... 11:00 a.m. 5 mi. south ot Nashville) CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship........... FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE Wo matter who you are, or where you are on life'sj ourney, you are welcome here. ’ Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (269) 963-7710 PASTOR PEGGY BAKER ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES ; PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH . . . Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Worship..................................... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass............................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS 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 Sunday Evening Service................. 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service ..............6:30 p.m. AWANA .......................... 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR RICH MITTERLING 517-231-3434 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, August 10,2019 CELEBRATION, continued from page 1 Sesquicentennial Queen Kay Bansemer welcomes Grand Marshal Lois Elliston wore the same dress she attendees to the opening event. (Photo by Art Frith) wore 50 years ago at the centennial. (Photo by Art Frith) about 1,000 people stopped by to try its selection ofnear­ ly 90 different drinks. Spots were set up all over town with a petting zoo, mini-historical museum, pio­ neer village, antique flea market, kids games and more. Crowds lined the streets for the parade, which started off with multiple flyovers from World War II airplanes, piloted by The Hooligans. “Everyone loved the air­ show,” events coordinator Tanett Hodge said, adding that it may have been the highlight of the weekend because it was something Nashville hadn’t seen before. The parade featured local organizations, businesses and the Maple Valley Marching Band. It was followed up with an attempt to break the record for the world’s longest kickline. The Nashville Route 66 Businesses District would have needed about 1,500 people to break the record and was hoping for 1,869 to recognize Nashville’s year of incorporation — but they ended up with 444. Calleigh Drinkwater and Lafae Markle of Eaton Rapids demonstrate old-fashioned yarn making at the Sesquicentennial. (Photo by Taylor Owens) Nashville Village Council trustee Page Headley dancKimberly Rodriguez, who es in the kickline. was directing the kickline from a cherry picker with a microphone, asked every other person to turn around. Shauna Swantek said the businesses district plans to apply to Guinness World Record to create new record for an alternating kickline. Terry Ferrier won the $150 duck derby prize, after the plastic ducks were dropped into the Thomapple River, where they floated alongside some real ducks and the busi­ nesses district raffled off the plastic ones. Visitors also received a tour of Lakeview Cemetery, including the mausoleum, Saturday afternoon, accom­ panied by Maple Valley theater students ire-enacting some significantt past resi­ dents. Sunday was a slower paced day, with all events taking place in Putnam Park. About 200 people went to the ice cream social to talk and reminisce. Winners ofthe beard-grow­ ing contest were decided Sunday afternoon. The full beard winners, with 4 to 8 Couples renew their marriage vows, officiated by Continued next page Nashville’s last Justice of the Peace, Stewart Graham. NOW SERVING NASHVILLE & ,,ec -sVERMONTVILLE Fisber - Voice - Data ylor Owens^”9062 dir6CtS thS attempt at the world’s longest kickline. (Photo by �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 10,2019 — Page 7 Continued from previous page inches, were Duane Hansen, “They talked mostly about Randy Hager and Mark Wolf. the people,” Douse said, add­ The best business beards, less ing that they visited many than inches, were Gordie locations from across the Reid, Bernie Garvey and town that held fond memo­ Matt Bracy. Winners in the ries, and many stayed a few freestyle category were days to visit old friends or Justice Madl, Kurt Fairfield relatives. and Bernie Garvey. Mustache Hodge said she looked awards went to Justice Madl, back on the event with a Bernie Garvey and Pat sense of accomplishment Powers. Timothy J. Smith, after seeing everything come Stan Graham and Kermit together. Douse won for partial beards. “It was energizing to see The winners of the special the different entities work category for women’s cre­ together,” Hodge said, point­ ative beard were Darlene ing to the sesquicentennial World War II planes flown by The Hooligans zoom over Nashville to start the parade Saturday. (Photo by Art Rumsey, Lisa Rumsey and commee,vage committee, village counc council,, department of public works, Frith) Leslie Rumsey. Organizers said they now Barry County Chamber of are finally able to take some Commerce, Nashville Route time to relax. 66 Businesses District and Douse said it’s been a full­ more. “It shows it can be time job preparing for the done when we put our mind sesquicentennial. to it.” “We have a sesquicentenShe said she hopes people nial hangover, but it’s a good have gained a sense of pride hangover,” Nashville Village in their village, and hope for Council President Mike its future. Kenyon said during a meet­ The planning committee ing Thursday. will have a full rundown of He announced that, during events next week to debrief its Sept. 19 meeting, the and count any leftover money council will recognize the they may have and, if so, many volunteers who helped what they want to do with it. organize the celebration. But residents may not have “It is a relief to have it to wait another 50 years for completed because we spent certain aspects of the sesquiso much time doing it,” centennial to return. Hodge Douse said. said, after seeing the success ■ As he planned for the rec­ of some of the events and ognition of the descendants activities, organizers are of the founding families, looking at how they could be Douse talked to many people incorporated into other who had come back home to Nashville celebrations in the Nashville from all over the future. Jack Miller and Sesquicentennial Princess Claire Miller take a break in front of the mural in downtown Nashville. United States, (Photo by Kristen Miller) ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS Exceptional Care Close to Home Increasing your access to exceptional health care, close to home is a priority for Spectrum Health. Our local providers are not just experts in their field; they are also a part of your community. 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Rodgers Court, Suite A Spectrum Health Pennock Family Medicine - Middleville Caledonia, Ml 49316 490 Edward Street 616.891.0422 Middleville, Ml 49333 269.795.4434 H^ Pennock Accepting new patients | Expanded hours | findadoctor.spectrumhealth.org �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, August 10,2019 Bicycles given to 20 kids at Visit Vermontville Day Taylor Owens Staff Writer The fourth annual Visit Vermontville Day saw some changes this yean One ofthe biggest is that it was split into two different events. The usual morning activi­ ties took place last Saturday morning and in the early afternoon in downtown Vermontville, and included karate demonstrations, games, vendors and more. But the Day’s traditional evening activities are planned for Sept. 28. “We know it’s a work in progress, but we think it’s getting better each time,” organizer Lois Hammonds said. Having activities from Saturday morning until into the night could make a long day, Hammonds said, so the organizers decided to spread the events over two days. When the Nashville Sesquicentennial Celebration was announced for the same weekend as Visit Vermontville Day, Vermontville organizers decided to keep the event on the same day, to maintain date recognition: The event is always the first Saturday in August, so organizers didn’t want to move it to create any confusion about LEGAL NOTICE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN P.C., is attempting to collect a debt, any information obtained will be used for that purpose. MORTGAGE SALE - At Home R.E. LLC, granted a mortgage to Visio Financial Services Inc., Mortgagee, dated September 8,2017, and recorded on September 15, 2017, in Document No. 2017-009376, and assigned by said mortgagee to WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF RESIDENTIAL CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES TRUST II, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-Five Thousand Five Hundred Thirty-Eight and 86/100 Dollars ($45,538.86). Under the power of sale contained 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 mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 1:00 PM, on August 29, 2019. Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: Lot 4 of Block 20 of the Eastern Addition to the City of Hastings, Michigan,-except the West 78 feet thereof, and except the East 96 feet thereof East of Fall Creek, and the North 1/2 of vacated Madison Street, lying adjacent to said lot. The redemption period will be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless abandoned under MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period will be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days from the MCE 600.3241 a(b) notice, whichever is later; or unless extinguished pursuant to MCL 600.3238. If the above referenced property is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of Act 236 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. Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, d/b/a Christina Trust, not in its individual capacity but soley as owner Trustee of Residential Credit Opportunities Trust II Mortgagee/ Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman P.C. 23938 Research Dr, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 1391288 (07-27)(08-17) Leaders for Life Martial Arts taught students basic karate. There were 20 bicycles and helmets raffled off at Visit Vermontville Day Saturday. (Photo by Taylor Owens) the date. While Hammonds said LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lori Ann Dussia, an unmarried woman, to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated November 2, 2005 and recorded December 13, 2005 in Instrument Number 1157602 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-R11, by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-One Thousand Four Hundred Twenty-Seven and 6/100 Dollars ($141,427.06), including interest at 2.00003% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on SEPTEMBER 5, 2019. Said premises are located in the Township of Prairieville, Barry County Michigan, and are described as: Lot 17, Shady Heights, Prairieville Township, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 37, Barry County Records. 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. 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. Dated: August 3,2019 File No. 19-006982 Firm Name: Orlans PC (08-03)(08-24) they lost some vendors and likely some attendees because of the dual schedul­ ing, Visit Vermontville Day still had a good turnout. Vermontville Village Deputy Clerk Judy Mohler said the village council gave out about 300 hot dogs during their cookout. The volunteers also organized their first bike give­ away, with 20 bikes and hel­ mets donated by community members, which were raffled off in the afternoon. The idea came from a previous year A tractor drive in was one of the highlights in Vermontville Saturday morning. when the Vermontville Township Fire Department had intended to raffle off bicycles at the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival, but rain postponed it until Visit Vermontville Day. Because it was so successful, the volun- teers decided to make it a recurring feature of Visit Vermontville Day. The day also featured a free breakfast, tractor drive­ in, and karate demonstration from Leaders for Life Martial Arts in Charlotte. Evening activities, which had taken place at previous Visit Vermontville Days, including a community pic­ nic, car cruise-in and street dance, will take place on Sept. 28, starting at 5 p.m. Preseason, postseason, in-game changes take effect thisfall An assortment of game rules, preseason policy and postseason tournament changes will greet more than 100,000 high school stu­ dent-athletes as 2019-20 Fall practices begin next week for nine sports for which the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) sponsors postsea­ son tournaments. The most immediately noticeable adjustment will allow boys soccer, girls and boys cross country, boys ten­ nis and girls golf teams to begin practice Monday, Aug. 12, along with football teams across the state. Football practice tradition­ ally begins before the rest of fall sports, by rule on the 16th Monday before Thanksgiving. However, a change approved by the MHSAA Representative Council will allow sports with MHSAA Finals tied to a specific weekend every fall - for example, Lower Peninsula Cross Country Finals always are the first weekend in November - the opportunity to begin practice on that 16th Monday as well, which will keep those teams from losing about a week of practice and competition during “late” Thanksgiving years when the holiday is during the fourth full week of November. Volleyball and Lower Peninsula girls swim­ ming & diving - which, like football, have Finals tied to Thanksgiving - are not affected by the lateness of the holiday and will begin practice Wednesday, Aug. 14, keeping with their tradi­ tional starts. Football teams must have 12 days ofpreseason practice at all levels before their first game, over a period of 16 calendar days before the first kickoff, with the first games this falls scheduled for the weekend of Aug. 29-31. Competition this fall may begin Aug. 16 for cross country, golf, soccer and ten­ nis and Aug. 23 for volley­ ball and swimming & diving. Another big change this fall is the addition of limited seeding for Lower Peninsula Boys Soccer District play, using a Michigan Power Ratings (MPR) formula that debuted to assist in Boys Lacrosse Regional seeding this past spring and will be utilized as well for Districts in girls and boys basketball this winter and girls soccer beginning in 2020. The MPR formula ranks teams based on success and strength of schedule, with the top two teams in each District then placed on opposite sides of the bracket on the draw date for that sport. For boys soc­ cer this fall, all games report­ ed to the MHSAA through Sept. 28 will be used for MPR, with brackets announced Sept. 29. For more information on MPR and the boys soccer selection process, go to the MHSAA Website’s Boys Soccer page. Football remains the most played sport among MHSAA member school student-ath­ letes and will introduce this season a series of in-game and practice-related changes. To improve pace of play, all varsity games will be played with a 40-second play clock that begins after the conclu­ sion of the previous play except when there is an exception (penalty, timeout, etc.). In those circumstances, a 25-second clock will start with the referee’s ready-toplay whistle. Also beginning this football season, at the MHSAA Finals level, instant replay will be used to review all scoring plays and turn­ overs or potential scoring plays and turnovers (that is, when an official’s decision may have prevented or awarded a score or turnover). Replay review will be auto­ matic in these situations. Continued on page 10 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 10, 2019 — Page 9 To the Residents, Merchants and Visionaries ofNashville, Michigan and Beyond, The past two years ofplanning, deliberating and executing have been a monumental undertaking for the small band of committee members that made this Sesquicentennial happen. There was a limited group ofregular team participants but a large circle ofsupport of various kinds. IfI started naming the individuals that were integral in achieving this vision, I would most certainly neglect someone and that would be a travesty. Let mejust say first, that without our Major Donors, this celebration could not have occurred. We asked for your support and you sustained us in that endeavor and we thank you NASHVILLE, MICH SESQUICENTENNIAL Without the further reinforcement regarding dozens ofbusinesses and family donors, whether it was cash, in-kind, golf outing, spaghetti dinner or chili cook-off, you all rose to the occasion. Without this help, we most certainly would not have been able to move forward in the fashion that we did. We acknowledge and thank you. To the citizens ofNashville, who accepted this celebration and wholeheartedly associated yourselves with this major Soiree of2019.... we thank you AUG. 2-4, 2019 And to the Village ofNashville and its employees, who certainly went above and beyond to accommodate our guests and exemplify what small-town life can achievee we recognize your energetic response and we thank you as well. This 150- year assemblance ofthe old blending with the new, has unified us and it has renewed our vision ofthe future and secured our pride in our most valuable resource our people. Thank You!! KermitDouse Nashville Sesquicentennial Committee NASHVILLE SESQUICENTENNIAL SUPPORTERS 66 Unique Antiques Ace Auto Repair LLC ADVANTAGE PLUMBING & DRAIN Art Fund Raiser Balance Health Barbara Howard Barbara Mix Bay Corp Inc. Bell Title of Hastings BUD ELLISTON** BUILD MASTERS RENTALS LLC BRITTANY SNOOK PHOTOGRAPHY Carl's Golf Land Central Pharmacy-Maple Valley LLC Citizens LLC, ATTN: Crystal McDonald Committee To Re-Elect Bob Robinson Court-Side Screen Printing and Embroidery Culligan Water Conditioning of Hastings Daniels Funeral Home Dollar General DOUGLAS & MARGARET DECAMP The Hansen Family in Memory of Stanley and Violetta Hansen EATON FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK Edward Jones Eye Care Associates of Charlotte, P.L.L.C. Forest and Betty Rogers Gardner Farms Grace Community Church Green Light Driving School LLC Hansbarger Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC Hassel Free Fuels Herb & Phyllis Frith HICKEY ELECTRIC, INC HIGHPOINT COMMUNITY BANK HOME TOWN LUMBER YARD NASHVILLE MAPLE SYRUP ASSOCIATION Jamie Hess Jerry Reese Jim Yost John-Boy Electric, Inc Walters-Dimmick Petroleum, Inc Kalen and Sheryl Swift Cathy Haylock Betty Appelman Kelly Fuels, Inc / Nashville Ml Historical Society Nashville United Methodist Men's Group Petersen Enterprises LTD, M66 Tire Progressive Graphics R&D's Streetside Pizzeria LLC Riverside Oak, Dave Coblentz Russel Nisse Limousine Sally Magoon Sensations Memory Care Residence, LLC Shane & Lori McNeill KENT OIL & PROPANE, INC SHANE'S AUTO SERVICE The Douse Family The Downing Family Kermit and Debbie Douse SPECTRUM HEALTH JOHNNY'S MARKETS KEY CLEANING SERVICES, INC Les's Sanitary Service Lighthouse Group Lynn & Lori Denton Maple Leaf Inn Maple Valley Accounting & Tax LLC MAPLE VALLEY IMPLEMENT, INC Maple Valley Class of 1969* Maple Valley Class of 1960 Mike Callton Miller Real Estate MOO-VILLE Musser's Service LLC M66 Business District Nashville Assembly of God Church Nashville Baptist Church Nashville Church of the Nazarene Nashville Construction Nashville Family Dentistry, LLC Nashville Lions Club Shirley's Chuckwagon Stan and Marybeth Graham Stantons Auctioneers & Realtors LLC Step n' Time Dance Studio STEWART A. GRAHAM The Descendants of Founder James Graham, 1953 Sugar Maple Salon Swede's Restaurant Tai Gearhart, State Farm The County Journal The Herron Family Trust Tom's Market Troy Thompson Racing Engines TRUMBLE AGENCY, INC. Two J's Inc United Methodist Church of Nashville Gordie and Vickie Reid Wheelers Marine Service Woodland Auto Body LLC MAJOR SUPPORTER *Our very first donor ** Air Show sponsor Other groups and individuals include The Maple Valley Theater Group, The Maple Valley Football Team, The Maple Valley Cheerleaders, The Maple Valley FFA, The Alumni/Community Band, Putnam District Library (for hosting so many of our events). Dr. Katherine Bertolini (The Maple Valley School Superintendent,), Jenna Bums and Lindsay Westendorp, Ashley Fox-Morawski, Reverend Jeff Hodge and Tanett Hodge, Duane and Caryn Hansen, Ben Geiger, Barry County Commissioner, Gloria Goodner, Dale and Carol Simon, Marcie Reid-Southfield, Nicole Reid-Lewis, Tim Toag Rumsey, Mary Ohler, Darcey Turner, Victoria Harris, Bev Rost, Cheryl Hurst, Shannon and Matt Powers, Chuck and Frankie Reid, Pat and Jill Hickey, Kathy and Gary Nichol, Suzie and Larry Cbrkwell, Karen Skedgell-Ghiban, Emily Franks, Tamara Franks, Terry Frith, Henry and Cathy Felder, The Nashville Village Council, The Nashville Department of Public Works, Nashville VFW Post 8260, Pat and Linda Powers, Cindy Wotring, The Family of Dale and Nancy Cook, Greg Dunkelberg, Art Frith and Phil Howard. We realize that there are many left off of this list. Please keep checking the website, Nashvillel 50.org as we will continue to update the website as more information is gathered �Page 10 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday. August 10,2019 MHSAA, continued from page 8 Ik other notable rules changes in football continue a focus on safety. Tripping a ball earner - that is, inten­ tionally using the lower leg or foot to obstruct a runner below the knees — now will result in a 15-yard penalty. The definition of a horse-col­ lar tackle also has been expanded to include grab­ bing of the name plate area on the back of the jersey (along with the inside of the neck area of the jersey or shoulder pads) to bring a run­ ner to the ground. Horse­ collar tackling also is penal­ ized with a 15-yard personal foul. Also beginning this sea­ son, the amount of practice "collision” contact will be defined in minutes instead of allowed days. Teams will be allowed no more than six hours of full-pads collision contact per week during the preseason and no more than 30 minutes of collision con­ tact during a week of in-sea­ son (after games begin) prac­ tice. “Collision” is defined as contact at game speed, with the execution of full tackles at a competitive pace, taking players to the ground. Although “collision” contact will be limited, “thud" con­ tact will be unlimited. “Thud” is not considered collision contact and defined as full speed but above the waist only, with no player taken to the ground and no winner or loser. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS AU fall sports face at least minor rules changes this sea­ son, and a few of the other most noticeable in-game adjustments will come in girls golf, volleyball, girls swimming & diving and boys soccer. In golf, athletes will be allowed to use cell phones in four situations - to call a coach or tournament admin­ istrator for a health and safe­ ty issue, for use in inputting scores for live scoring or other scoring applications, to contact a rules official with questions, and for use as a distance-measuring device. Also in golf, a new rule sets the maximum allowable score per hole at 12 strokes. In volleyball, attempted serves that make contact with a backboard or other support device hanging from the ceil­ ing over the serving area now will be illegal serves instead of faults (which previously allowed the server another attempt). Also, when a ball in play strikes the cables or diagonal poles used to retract baskets or similar apparatus to the ceiling, the game official will stop play and deter­ mine ifthe ball was playable — ifit is ruled playable before making contact with the apparatus, there will be a replay; if the ball is deemed to have not been playable, it will be ruled out of bounds. Also in volleyball, a change regarding uniforms will make the libero more Bivens honored by state water-quality group recognizable. A libero’s uni­ form top must clearly con­ trast with those of the rest of her teammates by using another predominant color. Joseph Bivens received the The libero’s uniform may be Loring F. Oeming Award trimmed with the predomi- from the Michigan Water nant color of her non-libero Environment Association at teammates' uniforms, and the MWEA’s 94th recent vice versa. Also regarding annual conference at Boyne volleyball uniforms, “00” Mountain Resort. may no longer be used as a This award is given to an jersey number, only numbers industrial plant operator who 0-99 to eliminate confusion. has demonstrated outstand­ In swimming, the defini­ ing work at an industrial tion of a legal finish has facility. changed to include a compet­ Bivens, of Nashville, is a itor touching any part of the superintendent and operator finish end ofthe lane, notjust with L.D. Docsa Associates, the touch pad. In diving, the and has been assisting with degree of difficulty was the operations of the new adjusted for back and reverse wastewater pre-treatment somersaults to provide con-plant at the Clemens Food sistency with difficulty of Group in Coldwater. He also other dives. provided plant construction, The game clock will stop startup, maintenance, trouin boys soccer beginning this ble-shooting, operation assi assis­ fall when the team leading tance, as well as lead opera­ the game makes a substitu­ tor when needed, playing a tion during the final five min- key role in the success of the utes of the second period of proe project from design to operaregulation or second part of tions. overtime. This stoppage aims Prior to working at L.D. to prevent the team in the Docsa, Bivens was employed lead from using substitutions at the family’s dairy business, as a way to run time off the Ladine Farms in Bellevue for clock. 37 years. The 2019 Fall campaign Bivens attended Kellogg culminates with postseason Community College and the tournaments beginning with Calhoun Technology Center. the Upper Peninsula Girls Tennis Finals during the first week of October and wraps up with the 11 -Player Football Finals on Nov. 29 and 30. MAPLEVALLEY SCHOOL OF CHOICE Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Aug. 12 Meatloaf, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, orange. Tuesday, Aug. 13 Maple Valley Schools will provide a nurturing environment that creates productive citizens with lifelong learning skills. BBQ chicken thigh, mixed vegetables, coleslaw, combread, apple. Maple Valley Schools has upgraded all school buildings and facilities. We are proud to announce the following: Chef salad, Italian pasta salad, grapes, dessert. Wednesday, Aug. 14 Air Conditioned Classrooms Secure Entry Systems Safe Drop Off/Pick Up Parking Updated Playground Equipment Pre School & Child Care Options Upgraded Technology New lockers and locker rooms Athletic Facility Improvements The Maple Valley Staff has been working diligently to update our curriculum, instruction, and assessment resulting in our students achieving higher than state average test scores. Our programming includes: Positive Behavior Interventions Caring Student-Centered Teachers Updated Elementary Curriculum Enrichment Courses Physical and Health Education Library' and Computers Band (Grades 5 -12) Art Education Comprehensive Assessment Plan Special Education Supports Multi-Tier System of Support (MTSS) Counseling Services District wide Nurse Extra and Co - Curricular Offerings Award winning Agriculture program Maple Valley Pathways High School (Altemative/Adult/Virtual) Comprehensive Business Programs Woods/Manufacturing/Sawmill (operations) Musical Programs Dual Enrollment Opportunities Advanced Placement Courses (AP) Music Education We are now accepting Schools of Choice applications for the first semester of the 20192019­ 20 school year Enrollment is available for all grades Pre 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 apeaeycoos,yourc Valley Schools, your child receveseeso receives the best of both o wors. worlds. esaeyan personal care of a smaller rural school is combined with the program offerings of the 'arger arger urban distnets Our staff at Maple Valley will know and care for your child as an mdmdual. Your child will be accepted for his/her strengths and skillfully challenged to improve on weaknesses. For enrollment information, please call 517.852.9275. Visit our website: mvs.kl2.mi.us Applications will be accepted through Friday, August 23,2019. Joseph Bivens (left) receives the Loring F. Oeming Award at the Michigan Water Environment Association’s 94th Annual Conference. (Photo provided) In his free time, he his wife Bobbi, and two children, Taylor and Graci, go camp­ ing, hiking, and volunteer with their church. The Michigan Water Environment Association, Wednesday, Aug. 14 Chicken Caesar salad, Italian pasta salad, grapes. Thursday, Aug. 15 Egg salad, sandwich thin, garbanzo bean salad, diced peaches. Friday, Aug. 16 Chef salad, macaroni salad, fruited jello. Thursday, Aug. 15 Annual Tuesday, Aug. 13 Summer Friday, Aug. 16 Bratwurst, com on the cob, broccoli & cranberry salad, cantaloupe. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Aug. 12 Sliced turkey & Swiss cheese, sandwich thin, potato salad, Mandarin oranges. Tuesday, Aug. 13 Chicken pasta salad, broccoli & cranberry salad, pineapple. Monday, BBQ chicken thigh, brown rice, broccoli, mixed vegetables, apple. Wednesday, Aug. 14 Crumb baked salmon, brown & wild rice, roasted red potatoes, peas, mixed fruit cup. Thursday, Aug. 15 Beef & cheese burrito, fiesta com, broccoli, banana. Friday, Aug. 16 Roast pork w/gravy, sweet potatoes, broccoli, whole grain roll, pear. Aug. 12 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Tech Monday by appt.; Painting Group 1 p.m. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. H,W,N Reminiscence. M: Walk w/ Ease 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Aug. 12 Meatloaf, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, orange. COA Picnic. established in 1925, rep­ resents more than 3,000 water quality professionals statewide who are dedicated to preserving, restoring and enhancing Michigan’s water environment. Aug. 13 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Train Your Brain 1 p.m.. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m. Woodland: Card Games. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. M - Walk w/Ease 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 15 - M: Walk w/Ease 11:30 a.m. Annual Summer Picnic 10:30 a.m.-!2:30 p.m. All COA sites closed. 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The Barry County Parks & Recreation Board and the Barry County Area Chamber Covered in teal, Rachel Morris smiles with her medal of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the after completing the Color Run Saturday during the newly paved section of the Nashville Sesquicentennial celebration. (Photo by Linda Paul Henry Thomapple Trail Powers) that runs from M-66 west over the bridge just north of Fuller Street Elementary school. The section was paved in conjunction with MDOT projects currently ongoing in the Nashville area. There are hopes for pave­ ment to extend in both direc­ tions on the trail from there are some point in the future. Not long after the ribbon fell, the colors flew for the start of the Color Run. “I wanted to do something for the younger crowd to bring them into the sesquicentennial, something more active,” events coordinator Tanett Hodge said. The run drew 167 entrants, who checked in across M-79 at Fuller Street Elementary before heading to the start line at the bridge on the trail. The crowd gathered at the start for counted down from five to release their pink, purple, teal and orange pow­ ders into the air. Once the colors flew, the bullhorn started to begin the race. “We had 167 registered, Splashed with orange and teal, Austin Gorman shows off hismedalfollowingthe 2019 Nashville Sesquicentennial Color Run 5K Run/Walk Saturday morning. (Photo by Linda Powers) PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, which totally blew me away,” Hodge said. “I couldn’t believe it. “We are hoping to make it an annual happening,” she added. “There is talk of the Duck Derby being an annual thing and they might com­ bine it with some other things that are already going on in the fall, but that hasn’t been finalized.” Runners were bombarded with more blue, pink and orange colors at stations throughout the run/walk. There was a cooling station at the midway point of the race, offering water and Gatorade up to thirsty run­ ners. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 33, August 17, 2019 i Nashville bridge won’t open before school year begins Taylor Owens Staff Writer The M-66 Bridge over Quaker Brook in Nashville will not open in time for the start of school Monday. Michigan Department of Transportation Engineer Dan Roberts told the Nashville Village Council during a July meeting the bridge would “absolutely” be open in time for the start of school, after the schedule had fallen two weeks behind its original date to open, which was Aug. 1. Roberts said a second team had been added to the con­ struction site, and they would Fifth-grade English language arts teacher Tanett Hodge helps Kaylee Williams and be working weekends. But Roberts was not at the Kayla Raines with their schedule. See page 11 for more on the back to school August meeting to give an open house. Getting ready for school school, but added that this wouldn’t have a major effect on the routes. “We’ll probably run the routes just like we did toward the end of the school year when the bridge was closed,” Powers said. Director of Public Works Scott Decker said he talked to construction workers at the Pat Powers, site Friday, who said the Maple Valley bridge may reopen at the end Director of of the week, or at the begin­ ning of next week. Transportation Decker said the buses could use the local detour update. which takes them to East Maple Valley Director of Street in front of Lakeview Transportation Pat Powers Cemetery, since they are not said he was notified by heavy enough to damage the MDOT the bridge would not local roads after only a week be open for the first week of of use. “We’ll probably run the routes just like we did toward the end of the school year when the bridge was closed.” School hiresnew staff to start the year Taylor Owens Staff Writer Maple Valley is experienc­ ing some last-minute person­ nel changes before the start of the new school year Monday, but Superintendent Katherine Bertolini said the school is in a good situation with its staff. During a board of educa­ tion meeting Monday, Bertolini announced the res­ ignation of sixth grade math teacher Amy Johnson and high school math teacher Robb Rosin, who accepted a post at Charlotte Public Schools after 15 years at Maple Valley. These open­ ings are currently posted. She also announced the hiring of high school social studies teacher Courtney Burgess, Maplewood social studies teacher Jackilyn Schneider, Fuller Street Elementary Title I parapro­ fessional Becky Gannon, third grade teacher Andrew Peabody, high school English language arts teacher Cassey Tien, Fuller Street early childhood special education paraprofessional Ashley Morawski, and fifth grade English language arts teacher Tanett Hodge. Bertolini said many rural schools in Michigan are struggling to find teachers and have been forced to use long-term substitutes when they cannot fill positions. “Given all of that, and the trends that I’m seeing, I’m See SCHOOL, pg. 3 Varsity holds first practices as 8-player program Brett Bremer Sports Editor The prevailing attitude for the Lions who began don­ ning helmetsimd jerseys and sweating in the evening August sun day after day this week is that “football is foot­ ball.” The Maple Valley varsity football team is getting set for its first season as an 8-player football team. With a football program of22 total student-athletes at the moment, trying to play an 11-player varsity football season would have been near impossible. As ofthe opening practice, Maple Valley has the largest enrollment of any high school that will be playing 8-player football this fall. There is as chance there is some attrition from the curjent 1 l-pl^yer field and there will be more teams joining the ranks ofthe 8-player pro­ grams across the state before school begins. Maple Valley is one of three programs cur­ rently playing 8-player foot­ ball with a school enrollment too large to be eligible to Maple Valley defenders work on reading the compete in the Michigan quarterback during drills for the upcoming 8-player High School Athletic Association’s 8-player state football season Wednesday at the high school practice tournament - which will cul- field. Practice began Monday for the 2019 season. ., mjqate wjtb the, state finals at,JPJiptq by Bjpft^rpiw) . the Superior Dome in Marquette the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Only Class D schools are eligible to participate in the 8-player state tournament. Maple Valley is currently a Class C school based on MHSAA enrollment num­ bers for the 2019-20 season, with a total enrollment of 302 students. Class D schools this school-year are ones with an enrollment of 188 or fewer. The Lions are still on the lookout for an opening week opponent. Right now there are eight ballgames on the schedule, with the Lions planning to open the season at home against Colon Sept. 6. There is a hope that the team will find a week one opponent if other programs decide the drop from 11-player to 8-player yet this month. The Lions will get to expe­ rience the extended travel that many 8-player programs face. They have trips to Bridgman (Sept. 13) and Onekama (Sept. 27) on the schedule, and will be visited by teams from New Buffalo (Sept. 20 - homecoming) and Toledo Christian (Oct. 4). Toledo Christian is another team playing its first season pf 8-.player foot^qll this (a)l. a decision the program came to this summer. The game of 8-player football isn’t new to the Lions. The past few seasons of JV football at Maple Valley have been 8-player campaigns. The Lion team is captained by a trio ofjuniors, quarterback/defensive line­ man Blaze Sensiba, tight end/tackle/linebacker Hunter Bassett and running back/ linebacker Hugheston Heckathom. “When we played it fresh­ man year, it is football. Football is football,” Heckathom said. Heckathom was as major contributor to the varsity team as a sophomore, but got a season of 8-player football in as a freshman. He is cur­ rently working his way back from an injury he sustained during the 2018-19 varsity boys’ basketball season. Sensiba opened up the sea­ son as the JV quarterback in 2018 and then joined the var­ sity as as back-up quarter­ back late in the season. “There are mixed emo­ tions through everybody,” Sensiba said ofthe program’s switch to 8-player football, “but everybody is excited.” Sensiba will have one less back behind him in the offen­ sive backfield to offer the ball up to in the 8-player See PRACTICES, pg. 2 In This Issue Lions club announces ice cream social scholarship fundraiser Grace Church adds family minister Former Eaton County Sheriff’s employee faces additional charges Baltimore Township approves recreational marijuana sales �Page 2 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, PRACTICES, continued from page 1 game. That is one of the big changes on the offensive side of the ball. “On offense, it is just hav­ ing one less guy on (each end of) the line of scrimmage and one less running back,” Lion head coach Marty Martin said. “In 11-man, we really focus on our fakes and creat­ ing that deception that four people could get the ball. In 8-man, really only one of three people can get the ball. We still focus on our fakes, we’re going to focus on our deception, but you have one less threat so defenses have a little less to worry about.” “You definitely have to make sure that the other team doesn’t know where the ball is at,” Sensiba said of run­ ning his play-fakes in the backfield. “It’s just making sure when you’re running your fakes you keep the ball in, you don’t have it dangling out, so your other running backs don’t run that over. You just want to keep every­ thing tight.” With less players, there is also a bit less field to play with. The 8-player field is 40 yards wide, with 20-fewer feet on each side of the field compared to the 11-player field. It is still 100 yards from goal line to goal line. That is still a lot of space for eight defenders to cover. “On defense, it seems the biggest obstacle is that once a team gets through that first level there is nothing left,” Martin said. “As a team we are really focusing on doing our jobs between the outside linebackers and creating that wall, and then making sure that we are in a good position Maple Valley varsity football coach Marty Martin and Rachel Ward of Capture Photography set up the Maple Valley varsity football team on photo day at Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School Wednesday afternoon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) where if somebody busts it outside of us on the sideline that we can force them out of bounds. Open field tackling, we have really put an empha­ sis on open field tackling.” Bassett said he’s working on getting used to that space on the offensive line too, needing to cover more space for the tackle half of his offensive position but having more room to run as a pass-catching tight end. Martin listed off some other on-field changes in the 8-player game as rules about which player numbers are allowed on the line of scrim­ mage. There are also very different blocking schemes on extra-point and field goal kicks, with so much less turf Lions work on their defensive line skills during practice for the upcoming 8-player varsity football season. (Photo by Brett Bremer) NASHVILLE SELF STORAGE 712 S. Durkee St., Nashville, Ml 49073 Nashville Self Storage will host a live public AUCTION on SATURDAY SEPT, 7 at 1:00pm for the contents of the following deliquent units. Name 5X12 HALL 10X20 BEEBE 10X20 DUNKELBURGER MYALL Lions club announces ice cream social scholarship fundraiser The Vermontville Lions Club will hold its annual homemade ice cream social from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday Aug. 24, in the park in down­ town Vermontville. Money raised from the social will go to a new cause, the Vermontville Lions Club College Scholarship, in mem­ ory of longtime club member Russ Laverty, who died in April. Lion Mark Jorgensen said the club plans to award at least one $500 scholarship to The Vermontville Lions Club is creating a scholarship in memory of longtime member Russ Laverty, (file photo) a Maple Valley graduating senior who has been a posi­ tive influence on the community Size GIBBS CONTRERAS for defenders on the end of the line to cover to get to a kick. He said his team’s two kickers will have to be accu­ rate with their kick-offs and punts to help the coverage teams that have a little more acreage to cover per player. All three Lion captains were a part of the Lion ath­ letic program’s annual Pride Week the week of Aug. 5-9. They said about half of the team showed up regularly throughout the conditioning week leading up to the offi­ cial start ofpractice. “We have been here all summer working out,” Heckathom said. “We had a lot ofguys up in the weight room this year,” Sensiba added. “Invite us in. We’ll bring RESULTS! 10X20 Sally Magoon, Associate Broker (2)5X12 269-986-5737 10X16 smagoonrealestate@gmail.com We reserve the right to reject any low bids. Call Cory at 269-986-1684 with any questions. Weichert ■ R E A L T O TVS’, "' : Emerald Properties Each office independently otrncdand opented 111N. Bostwick Avenue Charlotte, Ml 48813 www.weichertemerald.com Office: (517) 543-7363 From the Pulpit Overwhelmed Pastor Joe Benedict Vermontville Bible Church Stressful lives are all around us, and the pressure we put on each other to live a busy life contributes to continuing to pile on the load. When we listen to what we think the world needs us to do, we fall into a trap designed to get us to quit. Becoming overwhelmed is the natural conse­ quence of allowing too many unimportant activities take priority over the essentials in our lives. Instead of being overwhelmed by the silly details of life, we should be occupied so fully with the priorities of God so that He can orchestrate them successfully in our lives. When people are overwhelmed they feel buried beneath something that is huge, bigger than them. The Bible talks of individuals who were either over­ whelmed or found peace based on their relationship with God. When Joshua took over after Moses passed away, the Lord wanted to remind him that He was going to be with Joshua in all things. In Joshua 1:9 The Word of God says, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and ofgood courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” When you find yourself buried under a load of respon­ sibilities and commitments that seem too great to bear, have courage. When fear tries to come into your life, remember that God is right there with us. If we have a relationship with God through Jesus Christ, we need not be intimidated by what life throws at us. All ofthis strength in overwhelming times comes only from the God who is with us. Joshua had a relationship with God, and His God would be faithful to help him lead Israel even though it seemed like an insurmountable task. God worked with Joshua a few thousand years ago, and today He works through those who believe that Jesus is the Son of God. He died for our sins and rose from the dead. Do you have the presence of God bringing you peace? Why not allow Him to free you from the weight of life through believing that your sins are covered through His precious blood. John 14:17 says ofbelievers only,"... But you know Him [Holy Spirit], for He dwells with you and will be in you.” PUBLIC HEARING The Nashville Village council will hold a 2nd public hearing on August 22nd, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. PURPOSE: To obtain public input and hear discussion on the proposed Exterior Housing Code Ordinance for Nashville. Copies ofthis ordinance can be viewed at the village office. The Village ofNashville views non-action on the part ofvillage residents to be the same as voicing approval of the request. If you wish to comment in writing on these ordinances you must do so by August 23rd, 2019 and turn into the Village ofNashville, 203 N. Main St. PO Box 587, Nashville, MI 126060 �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. August 17. 2019 — Page 3 Welcome back to school Lions Dr. Katherine Bertolini Superintendent As I write this to you, our teachers are busy finalizing preparations for their classrooms and open houses. We are all excited and eager to welcome back our students for the 2019­ 20 school year. Monday Aug. 19 is our first day of school this year. It will be a half day. We will be easing everyone in to building and teacher orientations next week. Friday, Aug. 23, is a profes­ sional development day for our teachers, paraprofessionals and our bus drivers. Students will have a three-day weekend as a result of the training time for our teachers. We are all grateful to have air conditioning to keep us comfortable and focused on learning. We are training the entire teaching staff in Thinking Maps this year. Ifyou know any Maple Valley kids, please ask them to tell you about how they are using mapping to explore their learning in every grade and in every classroom this year. It is an exciting set of tools to help empower students to think in more complex ways about the big ideas they learn in school. The world is changing so quickly around our children and they. need to know how to process their world as it continues to change and evolve. This fits in beautifully with our need to prepare our kids for the 21st century. We plan to teach them Life and Career Skills, the 4 Cs of critical thinking, communi­ cation, collaboration and creativity as well as information, media and technology skills. All of these areas help our stu­ dents learn the core curriculums designed for them to succeed in life beyond school. At Maple Valley, we continue to evolve and change as well. We have welcomed new teachers, paraprofessionals and bus drivers to the Valley. Look for teacher profiles in future weeks. We are working on a hard-surface roads route for possible snow days this winter. We will let you know the alternate options and have the information on our web site for your reference once we fully plan the alternate routes. This is our effort to have minimal disruption to our students’ learning and adhere to the school calendar. The legislature is not favorable to more forgiven days going forward and we are working to be proactive. We are delighted that we will have free breakfast and lunch for all students in Little Lions, Fuller Street and Maplewood Schools this year. This is quite a significant sav­ ings for families and we are really pleased to partner with our Chartwell’s Foodservices vendor to make this possible for our community of learners. The Jr./Sr. high students will still pay for their food accounts. Finally, we will be playing eight-man football this fall. Please consult our athletic events calendar on the webpage and come out to support all fall sports and student activities. Our band had a great camp this summer, so you should enjoy some excellent half time shows. Fuller Street School has been paved this summer and strip­ ing is still being completed. School Street is a city street that runs along the eastern border of the campus. Parking is not allowed on that street except for special occasions when park­ ing needs exceed the capacity of the lot. Thank you for work­ ing with us to keep student safety first in all buildings for drop off and pick-ups. We know this can be a hectic time for everyone and we thank you in advance for your patience as everyone learns the systems. Please know I am eager to continue meeting and working with the community. I will be having a Coffee and Conversations session at JoLei’s Diner in Vermontville Tuesday, Aug. 20, from 8 to 9:30 a.m. I will also host an appe­ tizers and alliances conversation at the Country Kettle in Nashville Aug. 29 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The doors are open, the faculty is ready and it is a great day to be in the Valley. Luke Froncheck Staff Writer Baltimore Township offi­ cials believe they are the first in Barry County to approve recreational marijuana use and business startine this faU. The action, which took place at a special 10-minute meeting Thursday, was for the sole purpose ofvoting on the ordinance, which will take effect on Sept. 30. The only licensed grower in the county, Adams Family Farms, whose operation for medical marijuana is in the township, called officials “pioneers” for its action. “We went forward with medical marijuana from the beginning,” Township Supervisor Chad VanSyckle said. “We talked to the com­ munity and we didn’t have any pushback at all.” The ordinance requires a mandatory, non-refundable $5,000 annual fee from each licensed recreational mari­ juana establishment in the township. VanSyckle said the township is expecting to receive 3 percent of the prof- Donors needed at area blood drives While thousands of donors have rolled up their sleeves this summer, blood and platelet donations aren’t keeping pace with patient needs. More donations are urgent­ ly needed to replenish the blood supply and be prepared for patient emergencies. The American Red Cross will have blood drives in the area next week. Anyone who is 17 or older, weighs a minimum of 110 pounds, is in reasonably good health and who has not donated blood in the past 56 days is eligible. Upcoming blood drives include: Lake Odessa — Monday, Aug. 19, noon-5:45 p.m., Central United Methodist Church, 912 Fourth Ave. Middleville — Wednesday, Aug. 21, noon-5:45 p.m., UAW 1002 Bradford White, 295 Washington St. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments may be made by calling 800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767), download­ ing the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, or visiting RedCrossBlood.org, its from all recreational marijuana sales. The ordinance allows for no more than four growers, no more than three retailers, no more than five microbusi­ nesses. and no more than two secure transporters. Because of the restriction on the number ofrecreational marijuana facilities, the township developed a criteria to help identify the busine business­ es that are most likely to be chosen. The ordinance speci­ fies that these businesses have experience in operating other licensed marijuana facilities in the township and the state: residency in the township, the county, or the state. General management experience, financial ability and the means to operate a marijuana establishment. A history of noncompliance with tax payments and any regulatory requirements in the township, county, or state would disqualify an appli­ cant. The township will begin taking recreational marijuana establishment applications on Oct. 1. SCHOOL, continued from page 1 feeling really fortunate to be where we are,” Bertolini said. “We’re in pretty good shape in the Valley.” The board received a memorandum from the dis­ trict’s auditor Yeo and Yeo CPAs and Businesses Consultants, notifying the board they would be per­ forming their annual audit in September and October. “I haven’t been happy with Yeo and Yeo,” board President Brian Green said. “I think they’ve gotten relaxed. We’ve had them for too many years.” Although Green acknowl­ edged the school’s long his­ tory with Yeo and Yeo, he said auditors missed some financial issues that later became a problem for the school in the last few years. “There’s never been a problem until there was a problem,” Green said, sug­ gesting the school explore other options when its multi­ year contract with Yeo and Yeo is up at the end of the fiscal year. The board approved new handbooks for teachers, staff and the athletics committee. One point of discussion about the new handbooks was the procedure for restraining students who are physically out of hand. Bertolini explained that certain teachers are classified as Key Identified Personnel, NEWEST CITIZEN which indicates they have year. training in restraining stu­ “It sounded a little vague dents. Only certain staff on whether we're going to members are KIP certified have a JV team.” Burd said. for those incidents. The varsity will be playing Secretary Kristen Miller eight-player football, and asked why all staff are not their first scheduled game is KIPcertified. While Bertolini Aug. 29. though they didn't said she would all staff to have the training, but it is a Monday. voluntary program and can­ The school had around 40 not be mandated. Second students participate in each grade teacher Carmelle night of Lion Pride athletic Shantz, who is certified to training at the high school train staff in KIP skills, said last week, which is the most enough staff members have the program has had. been trained so there will not The board approved the be a shortage if an incident fall coaches, though Burd occurs. abstained, due to family rela­ Treasurer Craig tions. Lackscheide was the only Coaches include soccer, dissenting vote for the staff Andy Roush; cross country, handbook changes, and said Tiffany Blakely; sideline he mainly did so because he cheer, Sarah Huissen; varsity had not had a chance to read football head coach, Marty through the entire handbook. Martin; football assistants, During the athletic com­ Mike Martin, Rich Furlong, mittee report, trustee and Don Easlick and Dillon committee chairman Tim Terpening; JV head coach, Burd announced the commit­ Jeff Fisher; JV football assis­ tee’s purview is changing, tant, Bryan Faurot; volley­ and its name has been ball head coach, Sarah changed to the activities Carpenter; volleyball assis­ committee. Burd said the tant, Timara Wehr; JV vol­ committee wants to create a leyball head coach, Janessa space for people involved in Hodge; volleyball help, other extracurricular activi­ Angela Remsing. ties such as FFA, DECA or The board unanimously theater to have a place to ask accepted a bid from questions and express con­ Kalamazoo Recycling for cerns. $1,350 each for two buses. Burd also mentioned the Trustee Justin Keiffer said high school has a total of 22 they received only one other students playing football this bid, for $800 each. BOBBIN'S Hank Murray, bom at Spectrum Health Pennock on August 8, 2019 to Catalina Murray and Tyler Murray of Nashville. 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State in Nashville Mhomstow U LUMBER & HARDWARE 517-852-0882 HometownLumberMI .com VKA �Page 4 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, August 17,2019 Russell Howard Weiler Helen Ackett NASHVILLE, MI - Mrs. Helen Ackett, age 94, of Nashville, passed away Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019 at Spectrum Pennock Hospital in Hastings. Helen was bom in Char­ lotte on May 10, 1925, the daughter ofthe late John and Anna (Ivancic) Marisch. She was raised in the Char­ lotte area, and attended local schools until the family re­ located to Nashville where she completed her education, graduating from W.K. Kel­ logg High School in 1943. Helen continued her edu­ cation in Minneapolis where she studied teletyping. When her coursework was complet­ ed, she began a career as a civilian teletype operator at Kelly Air Force Base in San Antonio, TX transcribing important wartime communi­ cations for the United States military. When WWII ended, Helen returned to Nashville to be close to her family. Upon her return, she met Leon Ackett, who had returned from the Navy, and the couple mar­ ried in 1946. They made their home in the Nashville area where they raised their fam­ ily together. Helen and Leon owned and operated Ackett’s Confec­ tionery in Nashville for sev­ eral years. She had a ready smile and compassion for everyone she met. After her children had grown, Helen returned to school to become a beauti­ cian. She opened her own salon in downtown Nash­ ville and practiced for over 25 years. In 1990, she retired to care for her husband Leon who had been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Helen was a past president of the ladies auxiliary for VFW Post #8260. She was also past Worthy Matron in Eastern Star, Laurel Chapter #33 in Nashville. Helen is survived by her two daughters, Marlene (Gary) Foote of Caledonia and Marsha Elliston of Nash­ ville; her son, Leonard (Judy) Ackett of Concord, NC; four grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Leon in 2004; brothers, infant Joseph, John, Leo; sisters Maggie, Pauline, Dorothy; and her grand­ daughter, Heather Slattery. Memorial services were held at the Nashville United Methodist Church, Nash­ ville, on Tuesday, ve, uesay, Aug. ug. 6,, 2019. Pastor Becky EbbSpeese officiated. Interment took place pri­ vately at the Lakeview Cem­ etery, Nashville. Memorial contributions can be made to the Nashville United Methodist Church. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details, please visit our website at www. danielsfuneralhome.net Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads CLARKSVILLE STEAM AND GAS ENGINE SHOW August 22,23 and 24th Gates are open from 8:00am to 8:00pm. • Bailing * Tractor Parades • Shinglemill • Thrashing • Silo Filling * Steam Powered Saw Mill In Memory of Ron Coats Tractor Games in the evening. Free popcorn after the games. Craft Sales - Flea Market Ice Cream Breakfast; Lunch & Dinner Daily Friday is Senior Citizens Day and Seniors get in for $4.00 aii day Admission is $5.00 Children under 12 get in FREE For More Information Call: Vickie (816)893-6546 Directions.' Take the Clarksville Exit #58 off 1-96 and go south to Robbins Rd. then go west to the show grounds. Robbins Rd. is just over the reail road track after you pass Big L Lumbar. Russell Howard Weiler, a man known by all for his sto­ ry telling, passed away peace­ fully surrounded by his loving family and friends on Satur­ day, Aug. 10,2019. Russ, age 79, of Vermont­ ville, was bom May 22, 1940, the son of Howard and Esther (Flanders) Weiler. Russ grew up and spent most of his life in Vermontville. He graduat­ ed from Vermontville High School class of ’58. He later went on to work at Diamond Reo for 18 years and then at General Motors for 25 years before he retired in 2002. Russ was an active member of UAW Local 652 holding various union appointed po­ sitions, he also was an active member of the Eaton County Democratic Party. In 2012 Russ found out that his heart had been severely damaged by silent heart at­ tacks and in order to save his life he received a left ventricu­ lar assist device (LVAD). This device allowed for seven more amazing years to spend with his family and friends. Russ enjoyed puttering in the garage and working on any and everything with a motor. He loved country life where he could chop his own wood, work on or ride around on a tractor, hunt in the fall, and have lunch with his Vermont­ ville classmates. He loved traveling, especial­ ly to visit his children, grand­ children and watching as many of their games, competitions, plays and other school events as he could. He also enjoyed driving to Cadillac where he could cheer on his favorite wrestler, Kris P. Bacon. Russ was very proud of all ofhis kids and grandkids who lovingly called him Pa. Lastly, Russ was a fan ofthe Lansing Lugnuts, he attended numer­ ous games with his wife and special friend, Dottie Feighner. Russ is survived by his wife of 37 years, Victoria (Hatt); children, Russell (Eleanor) Weiler Jr., Steven (Carol) Wei­ ler, James Weiler, Dawn Wei­ ler, Karris (Robert) Hutchison, Andy (Ann) True; 10 grandchilren; five great-grandchil­ dren; sisters, Kathy Neal, Lin­ da (Pat) Golnek; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins; special friends,’Ann Samann, Barry Kent, and Pa­ mela and Wayne Stine; and fi­ nally his dog, Anajai. He was predeceased by his parents; brother, Ralph; and infant daughter, Loretta. Friends are encouraged to support Russ’s family at visi­ tation and memorial services. Memorial services are Satur­ day, Aug. 17, 2019 at 2 p.m. at the Wacousta Community United Methodist Church. There will be visitation for two hours prior to the memorial. If desired, the family sug­ gests memorial contributions to The American Heart Asso­ ciation, or a charity of your choice. Friends and family who are not able to attend the service may view the service for Russ on his Tribute Page at www. PrayFuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Lancasters celebrated golden wedding anniversary Terry and Judy (DeMond) Lancaster celebrated 50 years of marriage with their family and friends on July 28, 2019 at the Woodland Eagles. They were married on July 26, 1969 on Drummond Island. With appreciation to our kids Mark and Kelly, Brett and Sindi; granddaughters Jerajynn and Everly Lancaster; grandson Nathan Aldrich; two great-grandkids, and special friends. Wayne Ceci! Lan FREEPORT, MI - Wayne Cecil Landon passed away on Aug. 4, 2019 surrounded by loving family. He was the youngest of eight children, bom June 15, 1932 in Carl­ ton Center, Mich, to Cleon and Nina Landon. Wayne grew up farming, with a desire for racing and stunt riding motorcycles by the age of 16 in 1947. In 1951, he met Ruth Moe they married in 1952 where she then introduced him to auto racing. The following week, he had his very own Chevy stock car. As years passed, he evolved into super modified and sprint car racing. Trav­ eling over 2 million miles during his career, he had well over 300 feature wins to his credit. He was inducted into the Michigan Motor Sports Hall of Fame in 1985. In 1992, he became the oldest sprint car rookie at age 60. He was a local legend racing on dirt and tarmac tracks into his late 70s. Originally working in a factory, Wayne went on to start his own business doing body work in his basement. Eventually he built his very own machine shop and start­ ed building engines, prosper­ ing into a highly successfill Spidels celebrate 5Oth wedding anniversary racing engineer for racers all over the U.S. Wayne was preceded in death by his daughter, Rita, and sons, Terry and Jerry. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Ruth; daugh­ ters, Linda (Thaddeus) Jarkowski and Lorie VanLewen; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and neph­ ews; many beloved friends, mentees and fans. He was the the life of any party with his stories andjokes. Wayne’s Celebration of Life Memorial will be Sun­ day, Sept. 8, 2019 at Fish Hatchery Park, from 1 to 6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, con­ tributions can be made to his wife , Ruth Landon and/or to the Alzheimer’s Association in his name. Gary and Diana (Russell) Spidel celebrated 50 years of marriage on August 16. They were married by Rev. Rhoads in his home in Nashville on Aug. 16. 1969. They are currently enjoying their retirement with family and friends, and antiquing across the state. They are enjoying this time with their daughter, Jodi Risner; three grandchildren, Ryann Risner and fiance Guido Saltarelli, Trenton (Kara) Risner, Jaime (Jake) Filkens, and two wonderful great-granddaughters, Piper and Nora Filkens. Cards are appreciated -- 6065 Bivens Road, Nashville, MI 49073. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 17,2019 — Page 5 Welcome Back to... MAPLE VALLEY Visit us online at www.mvs.kl2.mi.us Page 1 ----------------- ---------------- first day o I What a whirlwind seven months it has been as your new Superintendent. I have learned so much about our schools, and our communities, and there is still so much to know and learn as I grow right alongside our students, faculty and staff! My Maple Valley family has grown accustomed to me saying, “We need to go slow to go fast.” What I mean by this is the need to listen, learn, build relationships and develop a deep understanding of the culture, expectations, challenges and assets of this community. That has been my focus for the past seven months. Now we are entering a very exciting phase of downshifting and accelerating into a new year. Forgive the car reference, I am a bit of a car nut! The state of Michigan has recently sent an expectation to schools that we will focus on a K-12 career readiness curriculum that begins to expand students’ exposure to a wide range of careers and opportunities for school. I like this for many reasons. First, anytime we can expand what kids know about their world, it is an empowering way to make school relevant. As educators and families of our students, we need to support them in giving them a reason that school is important! When kids ask the age old question, “When am I ever gonna use this?” All of us need to have a much more relevant reason than, “Because it is on the test!”. Life is the ultimate test, and our focus at Maple Valley is to give our kids everything they need to pass that test with flying colors! Be ready to help support us in our efforts by letting our teachers and principals know if you can help us by sharing your work in a range of ways, speaking to a class, arranging for your work to come to us for a presentation, or adopting a class with your colleagues to send information to that class about the work you do! There are so many exciting ways we can bring the world of work to our schools. A second key reason we want to think about work options is to let kids and families know there are so many opportunities that do NOT require a four-year university investment of time and money. As a former professor, I love university learning, but in my opinion we have overemphasized the importance of this and devalued skilled professions to the detriment of our economy and workforce. Apprenticeships, associate degrees and training programs can get kids working and loving what they do without incurring huge debt to get there! We want to help kids explore these options. Skilled trades have evolved and they have become increasing technical, which leads me to my next major initiative for our district this year. We live in a new age. The industrial age has gone and that has caused some pain (particularly in the Valley). We live in the informational age now. Things are changing at the speed of light and we must prepare our students to know how to adapt and change with it so they can lead the change rather than trying to keep up with it. Google gives us any fact we need immediately. That has changed HOW and WHAT we need to teach. I state often, that we must stop teaching kids WHAT to think (facts for facts sake) and begin teaching them HOW to think (critical problem solving for a rapidly changing world). As a result, you will hear your kids talking about their Thinking Maps this year. We are embarking on a district wide approach to teach kids HOW to think, by learning how to deconstruct big ideas and reconstruct them into their own way of knowing, explaining and using information. Help us at home by asking your children to explain how they are using Thinking Maps in school. You will be impressed and amazed at how kids can process and use information with these tools. I am eager to provide this training for all of our teachers and excited to see how it impacts our kids learning! There is so much more happening in the Valley! I will continue my Coffee Conversations and my Appetizer Alliances this year. Check out my area of the Webpage https://mvs.kl2.mi.us/our-district/ superintendents-page/ for updated times and dates each month. 1 work to have both morning and evening options to flex around your busy work and personal lives. I moved into the Valley this summer and I am so happy to be a full time member of our community. I am invested in creating the most beneficial, high impact educational opportunities for our kids. Our staff is exceptional, our facilities are first rate and our board is receptive to working with you to build the best tomorrow possible for our children. It is a Great Day to be in the Valley! Ofentfingyou aCCtfie GWarmest ^Welcome, Qfir. SZatfierine ^BertoCini Qfuperintendent 2019/2020 School Lunch Program Meal prices for the 2018-2019 school year are as follows: Grades K-6, All Students receive FREE Breakfast and Lunch Grades 7-12, Breakfast - $1.75 (Reduced price 30C) Lunch - $2.85 (Reduced price 40C) Milk 50 C FREE Super Snack after school Parents and students are encouraged to deposit money by check into their student’s meal account for the week, month, or more. Keeping a balance in the account assures the student(s) of having money for meals and elimi­ nates the need to carry money each day. This system also allows parents to place spending and/or food restrictions on their student’s account if necessary. Payments may be mailed or sent to school with your student. r Director of Food Service Shannon Duby This institution is an equal opportunity provider 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 852-2867 to obtain a copy of this policy. Monday, August 19, 2019 Fuller Elementary Maplewood School Jr./Sr. High School Maple Valley Pathways HS 8:20 8:00 7:55 7:55 am am am am - 3:30 - 3:10 - 2:55 - 2:55 pm pm pm pm WE ARE OPEN FOR ALL GRADE LEVELS REGISTRATION AT MAPLE VALLEY JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL All new students MUST have: 1. Proof of residency 2. Updated immunizations 3. Original birth certificate You will not be able to enroll your child without these documents. Please be sure your child’s immunizations are up to date. FOR STUDENT REGISTRATION INFORMATION CALL: Central Registrar, Sharon Harris at 517-852-9275 ext 2005, or sharris@mvs.kl2.mi.us AGE OF MAJORITY When students become 18 years of age, Michigan law prohibits schools from providing anyone (including parents) information regarding grades, attendance and discipline without prior students approval. BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETINGS BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETINGS The following board meeting dates have been setfor 7:00 p.m. until the Jan. 13,2020 Organizational Meeting. SEPTEMBER 9,2019 OCTOBER 14, 2019 NOVEMBER 11, 2019 DECEMBER 9, 2019 2020 ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING JANUARY 13,2020 BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBERS President Brian Green V. PresidentAndrea Montgomery Secretary Kristen Miller Treasurer Craig Lackscheide Trustee Tim Burd Trustee Justin Keiffer Trustee Kimberly Wilkes | �Page 6 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, August 17,2019 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Visit us online at www.mvs.kl2.mi.us Page 2_______________ MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOL OF CHOICE Maple Vhl/ey Schools will provide a nurturing environment that creates productive citizens with lifelong learning skills. Maple Valley Schools has upgraded all school buildings and facilities. We are proud to announce the following: Pre School & Child Care Options Upgraded Technology New lockers and locker rooms Athletic Facility Improvements Air Conditioned Classrooms Secure Entry Systems Safe Drop Off/Pick Up Parking Updated Playground Equipment The Maple Valley Staff has been working diligently to update our curriculum, instruction, and assessment, resulting in students achieving above state level testing scores. Our programming includes: Positive Behavior Interventions Caring Student-Centered Teachers Updated Elementary Curriculum Enrichment Courses Physical and Health Education Library and Computers Music and Band (Grades 5 -12) Art Education Comprehensive Assessment Plan Special Education Supports Multi-Tier System of Support (MTSS) Counseling Services District wide Nurse Extra and Co - Curricular Offerings Award winning Agriculture program Maple Valley Pathways High School (Alternative/ Adult/Virtual) Comprehensive Business Programs Woods/Manufacturing/Sawmill (operations) Musical Programs Dual Enrollment Opportunities Advanced Placement Courses (AP)) We are now accepting Schools of Choice applications for the 2019-20 school year. Enrollment is available for all grades Pre K-12 and in the Maple Valley Pathways High School. Residents of Eaton, Barry, Calhoun, Ionia or Ingham County Intermediate School Districts are welcome tojoin our schools. UWilCEJE 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 children that they have a right to be informed prior to application of pesticides. Maple Valley schools contracts with Rose Exterminator Company for pest control. The Rose Exterminator Company has been a reputable firm serving commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities for over 130 years. In our buildings, the Rose Exterminator Company administers an integrated Pest Management Program which includes mechanical, biological, harborage reduction, and environmental controls with pesticide applications 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. It is the policy of Maple Valley Schools that no person on the basis of race, color, reli­ gion, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, marital status, or disability shall be discrim­ inated 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. At Maple Valley Schools, your child receives the best ofboth worlds. The safety and personal care ofa smaller rural school is combined with the program offerings ofthe larger urban districts. Our staffat Maple Valley will know and care for your child as an individual. Your child will be accepted for his/her strengths and skillfully challenged to improve on weaknesses. Rrescho^tandg For enrollment information, please call 517.852.9275. Visit our website: mvs Jcl2.mi.us Applications will be accepted through Friday, August 23,2019 ]LOCKER SEARCHES GhiMd&iKgl i^ograms* The Board of Education has charged school authorities with the responsibility of safeguarding the safety and well-being of the students in their care. In the discharge of that responsibility, school authorities may search school property such as lockers used by students or the person or property, including vehicles, of a student, in accordance with the following policy. The Board acknowledges the need for in-school storage of student possessions and shall provide storage places, including desks and lockers, for that purpose. Where locks are provided for such places, students may lock them against incursion by other students, but in no such places shall students have an expectation of privacy as to prevent examination by a school official. The Board directs the school principals to conduct a routine inspection at least annually of all such storage places. In the course of any search, student’s privacy rights will be respected regarding any items that are not illegal or against Board policy. The Board also authorizes the use of canines, trained in detecting the presence of drugs or devices, when the Superintendent has reasonable suspicion that illegal drugs or devices may be present in a school. This means of detection shall be used only to determine the presence of drugs in locker areas and other places in the school where such substances could be concealed. Canine detection must be conducted in collaboration with law enforcement authorities or other certified organizations and is not to be used to search students unless either a warrant or parental permission has been obtained prior to the search. NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY It is the policy of the Maple Valley School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, sex or disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be sub­ jected to discrimination during any program or activity or in employment. Any questions concerning Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, should be directed to either of two designated Title IX Coordinators: Landon Wilkes, Dean of Students/Athletic Director, Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096 517-852­ 9275 lwilkes@mvs.kl2.mi.us or Lorraine Benedict, Counselor, Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096 517-852-9275 Ibenedict@mvs.kl2.mi.us GRIEVANCE PROCESS Notify the Title IX coordinator of your grievance. Title IX Coordinator will investigate the complaint in a prompt and equitable manner. Title IX Coordinator will communicate with stakeholders including: alleged perpetrator, students, parents or guardians and school employees as appropriate to conduct their investigation. Note, while law enforcement may be contacted, the district must still investigate the Title IX complaint. The Title IX coordinator will inform all appropriate parties (including the alleged perpetrator) of the process which includes investigation, accommodations as needed, resolution decisions and the right to and procedures for appeal, if any. The Title IX coordinator will ensure the requirements and timelines specified in the grievance procedures are followed; and will secure and maintain all grievance and compliance records and files. The Title IX coordinator will work with the recipient to ensure the procedures are accessible to English Language Learners and students with disabilities. 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-Fuller Elementary • 251 Fuller, Nashville, MI 49073 Attn: Kelly Hager (517) 852-9468 • khager@eatonresa.org It is the policy ofMaple Valley Schools that no person on the basis ofrace, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, martial status, or disability 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. The Little Lions Preschool Program offers a play-based kindergarten readiness preschool curriculum that teaches intellectual, social and emotional development, language skills, positive self-concepts and self expression through large and small group learning. Preschool children are encouraged to develop independence through daily living and oral language skills through guided and spontaneous interactions. Children explore, experiment and engage in themed activities that are planned for a range oflevels in each ofthe developmental domains. At Little Lions Child Care, children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old are provided with high quality, educationally based care. Low adult to child ratios and highly qualified staff, along with the use of a nationally recognized curriculum, The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers and Preschoolers, provide children with the highest standards in early education. School Age programs, including before and after school care, no school days and school vacation camps, focus on team building and character development. Our facility has multiple classroom spaces allowing for division of age groups to ensure developmentally appropriate activities for all children. Hours of operation for Little Lions Child Care are Monday - Friday from 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.year round. This facility is located at Fuller Street Elementaiy School. For more information or to schedule a tour contact: Fuller Street School, 517,852.9468 CAREER/TECHNICAL EDUCATION OFFERINGS Each year Maple Valley Schools offers career/technical 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 career/technical education programs follow the district’s policies of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color; age, national origin, sex or disability in all activities and employment. In addition, 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: Julia DeGroot, High School Counselor - Maple Valley Schools 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml 49096 517-852-9275 or jdegroot@mvs.kl2.mi.us YEARLY NOTIFICATION OF MANAGEMENT PLAN AVAILABILITY Parents, teacher and employees, please note that our school’s manage- ment plan for asbestos is available for your review in our offices at 11014 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI during regular office hours. At the pi esent time, all asbestos is in good condition. Our policy is to continue surveillance and maintenance. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 17,2019 — Page MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Visit us online at www.mvs.kl2.mi.us ra%e 3 ANNUAL NOTIFICATIONS District Transportation Program Safely Transporting Our Future SCHOOL BUS STOPS school transportation safety program What Every Driver Must Know to Insure the Safety of all Maple Valley Students Please review these bus rules with your child. SCHOOL BUSES WITH OVERHEAD RED AND YELLOW LIGHTS (With or Without Bus Stop Signs) WAITING UNLOADING • Be on time. Too early, you are waiting alone too • Stay seated until bus stops. A quick stop or an acci­ dent could knockyou to thefloor. • Don’t carry awkward loads. Use a knapsack or tote bag. Many students are killed picking up dropped long. Tbo 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. 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. • 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. 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 LOADING SCHOOL BUSES WITH OVERHEAD RED LIGHTS • Use handrail. A fall on the stairs can bepainful. • Don’t bring large or sharp objects. Remember that in (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 stop no closer than 20 feet from the bus. 3. When red lights are turned off - proceed. J__e__H _ s1 an accident, you will be thrown against what ever you are carrying. • Sit down immediately. A quick start could knockyou down ifyou are not seated. • Don’t distract the driver. The driver’s full attention must be on driving safely. • Keep body inside bus. Trees, trucks, andutilitypoleshave Yellow hazard warning lights are flashing proceed with caution. 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. RIDING ALL SCHOOL BUSES hanging around the bus stop. Going to the wrong house could cause people to worry about where you 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. If there is an emergency, a clean bus • Wait for the driver’s signal. The driver will signalyou when it is safe to cross the road. • Cross to the outside edge of the bus and make sure 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’t just stand waiting in the road. means no tripping and a safe environment. 2019-2020 Bus Schedule Community StopTime Grade Administration Office Bus Garage & Operations Maple Valley Pathways High School Bus # VERMONTVILLE AM Spring Street Maplewood Elevator High School 7:16 7:20 7:15 7:30 GSRP-1-12 7-12 GSRP-1-12 GSRP-6 13-B 05-A 11-D 05-A M&M Horse Apple HORSE VERMONTVILLE PM Maplewood High School Spring Street Maplewood Elevator 3:10 3:40 3:45 3:55 3:45 GSRP-1-12 7-12 GSRP-1-12 GSRP-6 GSRP-12 05-A 05-A 13-B 05-A 11-D Horse Horse M&M Horse Apple NASHVILLE AM Fuller Bus Garage Kellogg Kellogg Kellogg Kellogg Kellogg Kellogg Water Alley 7:15 7:15 7:25 7:25 7:25 7:25 8:00 8:00 8:00 3-12 GSRP-12 3-5 6-7 8-9 10-12 GSRP-KDG 1-2 GSRP-2 11-A 11-E 04-A 11-C 11- D 12- A 13- B 11-B 11-E Leaf Cat Monkey Kite Apple Scooby Doo M&M Rooster Cat NASVILLE PM Fuller Kellogg Kellogg Kellogg Kellogg Kellogg Kellogg Water Alley Bus Garage Bus Garage 3:25 3:25 3:25 3:25 3:25 3:40 3:40 3:40 3:25 3:43 3-12 3-5 6-7 8-9 10-12 GSRP-KDG 1-2 GSRP-2 3-12 GSRP-2 11-A 04-A 11-C 11- D 12- A 13- B 11-B 11-E 11-E 11-E Leaf Monkey Kite A&1 Apple Scooby Doo M&M Rooster Cat Cat Cat 7t Fuller Street Elementary GSRP Maplewood School Jr/Sr High School Special Education Office Little Lions Athletics 852-9699 852-9421 852-9275X2005 ? 852-9468 541-8987 726-0600 > 852-9275 852-9275 X2005 \ 852-9468X4405 J 852-9275X2005 | J ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION IN SCHOOLS •w ** ALL bus riders: Please expect earlier and/or later times while your students’ bus routes make necessary adjustments. *Please reference our transportation website page at www.mvs.kl2.mi.us under "Our District" for important news and updates 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 medi­ cations and includes those taken by mouth or inhaler, which are injectible (epipen), applied as drops to eyes or nose, or applied to the skin. ATTENTION SENIORS AND SENIOR PARENTS: 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-sec­ ondary 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 10,2020. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS MISSION STATEMENT MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS WILL PROVIDE A NURTURING ENVIRONMENT THAT CREATES PRODUCTIVE CITIZENS WITH LIFELONG LEARNING SKILLS. �Page 8—Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, August 17,2019 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS isit us online at www.mvs.kl2.mi.us ADMISSION PRICES $5 for HS Events • $3 for Jr. High Events Individual Passes: $80 Seasonal Passes: $30, Fall, Winter or Spring Spirit Club Passes: $25, K-12 Compliments of Maple Valley Athletic Boosters All schedules are subject to change Varsity Volleyball (Girls) 2019-2020 2019 FALL SPORTS SCHEDULE Q|y Thursday Thursday Data Aug. 22 Aug. 29 Saturday Aug. 24 Tournament Fieldhouse Tuesday Aug. 27 9 Quad 9 Carson City Carson City High School Thursday Sop. 05 9 Tri 9 Union Chy Union City High School 6:00PM Saturday Sep. 07 @ Zion Christian School Invite Zion Christian School 9:00AM @ WMVOA Officials For Kids Michigan Sports Academy IlIDfi 8:00AM 5:30PM Tuesday Sep. 10 ‘Parry High School MVHS - East Gymnasium 6:00PM Tuesday Sep. 17 •Leslie High School MVHS - East Gymnasium 6:00PM 2019-2020 Saturday Sap. 21 @ Stockbridge invite Stockbridge High School 9:00AM Tuesday Sep. 24 •Olivet High School MVHS • East Gymnasium 6:00PM Saturday Sep. 28 9 Saranac Invite Saranac High School 8:30PM Tuesday Oct 01 Lakewood High School 6:00PM Thursday Oct 03 @ Bellevue Jr/Sr HS Bellevue High School 8:00PM Saturday Oct 05 @ Perry Varsity Invite Perry High School 9:00AM Tuesday Oct. 08 • 9 Stockbridge High School Stockbridge High School 6:00PM Saturday Oct 12 @ Dansville Invitational Dansville High School 9:00AM EtaGfl Qgggogg @ Colon High School (Scrimmage) Colon High School Maple Valley High School OPEN DATE jjinfi 4:00PM TBA Sap. 06 Colon High School mvhs ■ Football Field 7:00PM Friday Bap. 13 @ Bridgman Public Schools Bridgman Public Schools 7:00PM Sep. 20 Data Varsity Football (Boys) Friday Friday Baa Opponent Dtt New Buffalo High School (Fall MVHS-Football Field 7:00PM Lakewood High School Tuesday Oct 15 9 Lansing Christian School Lansing Christian High School 6:00PM Friday Bep. 27 & Onekama High School Onekama High School 7:00PM Saturday Oct 19 @ Constantine Invite Constantine High School 8:00AM Friday Oct 04 Toledo Christian Schools MVHS-Football Held 7:00PM Saturday Oct 26 • 9 GLAC League Meet 9 Lansing Lansing Christian High School 9:00AM Bellevue Jr St HS (Pink Out) MVHS - East Gymnasium 6:00PM @ OPEN DATE (D/sfricts@ OPEN DATE TBA Homecoming) Friday Oct 11 9 Martin High School Martin High School 7:00PM Friday Oct 18 9 Webberville High School Webberville High School 7:00PM Friday Oct. 25 9 Bellevue Jr/Sr HS Bellevue High School 7:00PM Day Friday Saturday Christian Wednesday Oct. 30 Monday Nov. 04 Kalamazoo Christian) Varsity Soccer (Boys) Varsity Cross Country (Boys/Girls) 2019-2020 2019-2020 Opponent lima Day Data Aug. 16 Oilvol High School Fuller Street Field 5:30PM Thursday Aug. 29 Aug. 17 OPEN DATE (Alumni Game Fuller Street Field 11:00AM Wednesday Sep. 04 Data Etafia Opponent (Scrimmage^ Monday Aug, 19 Wednesday Aug. 21 Monday Aug. 26 Baca Time @ Early Burg Invitational Laingsburg High School 4:30PM 9 Marauder Invitational (Ovid Elate) Uncle John's Cider Mill 4:30PM 9 Potterville Jr/Sr High School Potterville High School 5:30PM Saturday Sep. 07 @ Lakeview Invitational Riverside Elementary 7:00AM ‘Leslie High School Fuller Street Field 6:30PM Monday Sep. 09 @ TK Invitational Yankee Springs Recreation Area 4:00PM Bath High School Fuller Street Field 5:30PM Thursday Sep. 12 @ Delton Invitational Gilmore Car Museum 4:30PM Wednesday Aug. 28 * Perry High School Fuller Street Field 6:30PM Tuesday Sep. 17 ’ 9 GLAC #1 Jamboree Cornwell's Turkeyvllle 4:30PM Wednesday Sop. 04 * 9 Stockbridge High School Stockbridge High School 5:30 PM Saturday Sep. 21 @ Bob Perry Memorial InvitationalLowell High School 9 BeBevue Jr/Sr HS Bellevue Soccer Field 5:00PM Saturday Sop. 28 @ Carson City Crystal Invitational Fish Creek Sportman's Club TBA • 9 Lakewood High School Lakewood High School 5:30PM Tuesday Oct. 01 ‘ 9 GLAC 82 Jamboree Leslie High School 4:30PM Monday Sep. 09 Wednesday Sop. 11 9:00AM Friday Sep. 13 9 PennfleW High School Pennfleld High School 6:00PM Monday Oct. 07 @ Portland Invitational Portland High School 4:00PM Monday Sep. 18 Potterville Jr/Sr High School Fuller Street Field 6:30PM Saturday Oct 12 9 Greater Lansing CC 10:00AM Saturday Sep. 21 Maple Valley Invite Fuller Street Field 9:00AM Ledge Meadows Golf Course (Grand Ledge) Monday Sep. 23 Championships 9 Calhoun Christian School Celhoun Christian School 5:30PM Saturday Oct 19 * 9 GLAC Championship Stockbridge High School 10:00AM Wednesday Sep. 25 • Lansing Christian School Fuller Street Reid 5:30PM Saturday Oct 26 @D3 Regional Allendale High School TBA Wednesday Oct 02 9 Olivet High School Olivet High School 5J0PM Monday Oct. 28 @ Barry County Meet Charlton Park 5:00PM 9 GLAC League Meet GLAC League Meet 9:00AM Saturday Nov. 02 @D3 State Meet Michigan International Speedway TBA Saturday Oct 05 NOTIFICATION OF FERPA RIGHTS The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Ace (FERPA) affords parents and students over 18 years of age (“eligible students”) certain rights with respect to the student’s education records. These rights are outlined below. 1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days ofthe 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 recoid(s) they wish to inspect. The School official will make arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible student ofthe time and place where the records may be inspected. 2. The right to request the amendment ofthe student’s education records that the parent or the eligible student believes are inaccurate, misleading or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy rights under FERPA. Parents or eligible students may ask the School to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should write the School principal [or appropriate official], clearly identify the part ofthe 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 of the decision and advise them oftheir right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the parent or eligible student when notified ofthe right to a hearing. 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 pennits 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 staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the School Board; a 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 educa­ tional interest ifthe official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her profession­ al 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 of Education concerning alleged failures by Maple Valley Schools to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the office that administers FERPA are: Family Policy Compliances Office US. Department If Education 400 Maryland Avenue, SW., Washington. D.C. 202024005 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 publi­ cations featuring school programs and student projects. Directory information may include the follow follow-­ ing: the student’s name, picture; major field of study; participation in recognized activities and sports including related information such as weight, age, height, grade; honors and awards received. High school students and their parents/guardians may prevent disclosure of a student’s name, address, and telephone number to military recruiting representatives (who can only use that information to provide students with information concerning educational and career opportunities available in the U.S. Armed Forces or service academies) by submitting a signed written request to that effect to the hieh school principal. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 17,2019 — Page 9 KAMAdeadlineisThursday;Adults invited to improve skilled trades Through a new partner­ ship with West Michigan Works, Barry County will host a Kellogg Advanced Manufacturing Assembly training program this fall. This free training for jobs is focused on adults who wish to expand their skills and knowledge for a success- ful career in manufacturing. A condensed course in advanced manufacturing basics will run approximate­ ly five weeks, from Sept. 3 through Oct. 10. Sessions will be Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Kalamazoo Community College Fehsenfeld Center in Hastings. Manufacturing plant tours, mock interviews and an in-depth manufacturing cap­ stone project are included in the curriculum. With local unemployment rates at historical lows, the demand for talent is increas­ ing. And this means opportu- nities for Barry County youth and young adults, Travis Alden, Barry County Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Alliance president, said. The KAMA curriculum which is continually improved by KCC staff with collaboration from local stakeholders — includes com­ ponents ranging from finan­ cial literacy and teamwork to hands-on math,measurement and safety. The experience culminates in a multi-week manufacturing simulation capstone that immerses stu­ dents in a real-world manu­ facturing experience. Those interested in the fall program should call Tina Wescott at the West Michigan Works office in Hastings, 616-649-9848. 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Worship....................................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship............................................ 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting................................................7 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. $ Located on the comer of State and Washington streets 2415 McCann Road Worship Service.......................... 9:45 a.m. .............................. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer Night Service................................ 6:45 p.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............................ 1130 a.m. ...................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion . Phone: (517) 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES Sunday Services: For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. p.m.; Wed. 630 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where For MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH (1/2 mile East ofMS6. 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School .............. 10 A.M. Service.... P.M. Service.... ......... 11:15 ................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship................................ 8:30 a.m We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. .. Mickey Cousino . FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. ........ 9:45 Worship Service.............. .............. 11 Sunday Evening Service ..... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service... 630 p.m. AWANA.............................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR JOE BENEDICT Children's Classes, Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. ......... 11 Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, A.M. Service................................................... 11 .......... 6 Leadership Training P.M. Service.................................................... 6 M-79 West PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Wed. Service.................................................. 7 PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................................. 9:30 a.m. Phone 616-765-5322 P.M. Worship............. Wednesday Evening: Worship............................................................ 7 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Certified Lay Minister Sunday: A.M. Worship............. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Sun. Praise & Worship 1030 a.m„ 6:00 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School............................... 9:45 a.m. Nashville, Ml 49073 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Worship............................................ 9:15 a.m. 8593 Cloverdale Road REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR 301 Fuller St., Nashville Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Common Prayer used for all services. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 517-588-8415 Wo matter who you are, or where you are on life'sjourney, you are welcome here. ' CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Special." 517-852-2043 (517) 726-0258 PEGGY BAKER Someone United Methodist Women: PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR is PASTOR KAREN KINNEY Vermontville, Ml 49096 11: 00a.m........................................ Fellowship Phone (269) 963-7710 Everyone Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. 10:30 a.m. and many other activities. information call 1-269-731-5194. Charlotte 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. 10: 00 a.m............................... Church Service fa** >$> ;g;>w, 5505 North Mulliken Road, ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service........................... ... 9 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study a NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Traditional 1928 Book of Sunday School........................... It GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.......................................... 11 Evening Worship........................................... 6 .Wednesday Family PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM f!a<**$ > (269) 945-9554 Askfor our Sales Dept. «* pUlflri > W*M Like us on BUSWESSDISTIUn] Hl Mil W mon-fri 9-6 • sat 9-2 Nehemiah 8:10 NIV Hl H > Sn «> «> * n Hl ty *•«» Hl a houd ranter of te NRSHVILLE “Do mtgrieve,for tbejoy oft he lord isyour strength.’’ l«l s? sC maple valley pharmacy 219 n. main • nashville www.hometownlumbermi.com te. MVP Joy LUMBER & HARDWARE 304 Phillips SL, Nashville (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. .Worship WEST BENTON CHURCH Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Phone:(517)852-1783 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR RICH MITTERLING e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 517-652-1580 517-231-3434 �Page 10 — Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, August 17,2019 For Rent Business Services Help Wanted ONE BEDROOM APART­ MENT- Above Post Office in Nashville. References re­ quired. 517-852-0852. GUTTER LEAF GUARD: We install several styles of leaf protection for your gutter ft downspout system, onefor ev­ ery problem It budget Before you sign a high priced con­ tract with the big dty firms, get a price from us. We've served this area since 1959. BLEAM EAVESTROLGHI NG (269)945-0004.____________ 61 YEAR OLD female living in Hastings has Multiple Sclerosis looking for a Second shiftt responsible housekeeper/ caregiver approximately 35 hours a week in exchange for a fully remodeled separate entrance one bedroom apart­ ment with appliances. AU utilities along with satellite & internet is included. Respon­ sibilities include: Housekeeping/ Laundry, feeding, dress­ ing, transferring, medication prompting, physical therapy / body stretching, grounds maintenance and compan­ ionship. Also a part time, 10 hours a week at $9.50 per hour. No Pets, Non smoker preferred. Call Henry at 616­ 308-1525. Sporting Goods HUNTERS! DEER SEASONS are approaching fast! Al h Pete's Sport Shop has a large selection of Compound Bows and Crossbows! Stop in to see them. We service most brands and models. Get your bow worked on now, before back­ log! Waterfowlers! we stock a complete line of decoys, blinds, guns, new & used & non-toxic ammo. Many new deer guns on hand including CVA, Ruger, Savage & Moss­ berg in 450 Bushmasfer Cal. We also have a few guns in the new 350 Legend Cal. Al & Pete's Sport Shop, 111 S. Jefferson Street, Hastings, (269>945-4417. Hours: Mon.Thurs. 10am-5:30pm, Fri. 10am-8pm, Sat. 9am-5:30. MasterCard, Visa, Discover accepted. BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING SEAMLESS gutter. 50 colors, free estimates. Since 1959(269)945-0004. www.bleameaves.com BUYING ALL HARD­ WOODS: Walnut, White Oak, Tulip Poplar. Call for pricing. Will buy single Wal­ nut trees. Insured, liability & workman's comp. Fetterley Logging, (269)818-7793. Fann Pastor Gabe Priddy is pictured with his children (from left) Drew, Kara and Kate, PURE BREED ANGUS. One and his ,. wife Joy. (Photo provided) 2 year Bull, $3,200.00. 16 RED GOLDENDOODLE month old bull, $2,700.00. 3 PUPPIES. $800.00 (which is Cow/Calf pairs. Canfield half the market price). 269­ Angus Farms. 616-340-8072. Grace Church in Nashville Priddy and his wife, Joy, 945-2582. had a day of celebration were high school sweet­ when new pastor Gabe hearts, graduating from Priddy joined the staff Maple Valley in 1995. They Sunday, Aug. 4. were married in October ORDINANCE NO. lQ-C)5 “We are truly excited to 1999 following Joy’s gradua­ have the Priddy family join tion from Western Michigan CONSUMERS ENERGY COMPANY GAS FRANCHISE ORDINANCE us, and look forward [to] all University where she earned AN ORDINANCE, granting to CONSUMERS ENERGY COMPANY, its successors that God will do in and a bachelor of science in nurs­ and assigns, the right and authority to lay, maintain and commercially operate gas lines through Pastor Gabe over the ing. They have three chil­ and facilities including but not limited to mains, pipes, services and on, under, along, coming years to make a spir­ dren, Drew (ninth grade), and across public places including but not limited to highways, streets, alleys, bridges, itual difference in this area,” Kara (eighth grade) and Kate and waterways, and Io conduct a local gas business in the VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE, EATON COUNTY, MICHIGAN, for a period ofthirty years. Grace Church staff member (fifth grade). Lisa Sterkenburg said. Gabe Priddy earned a THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE ORDAINS: bachelor’s degree in physical education from Albion SECTION I. GRANT and TERM The VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE, EATON COUNTY, College. He began his work MICHIGAN, hereby grants to Consumers Energy Company, its successors and assigns, hereinafter called "( onsumers” the right and authority to lay, maintain and commercially operate gas lines and facilities at the West Hills Athletic including but not limited to mains, pipes, services and valves on, under, along, and across public places Club in Kalamazoo, before including but not limited to highways, streets, alleys, bridges, and waterways, and to conduct a local gas his teaching career launched business in the VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE, EATON COUNTY, MICHIGAN, for a period of at Climax High School in thirty years. Pets Grace Church adds new family minister LEGAL NOTICE SECTION 2. CONDITIONS. No public place used by Consumers shall be obstructed longer than necessary during construction or repair, and shall be restored to the same order and condition as when work was commenced. All of Consumers’ gas lines and related facilities shall be placed as not to unnecessarily interfere with the public’s use of public places. Consumers shall have the right to trim or remove trees ifnecessary in the conducting ofsuch business. SECTION 3. HOLD HARMLESS Consumers shall save the Village free and harmless from all loss, costs and expense to which it may be subject by reason of the negligent construction and maintenance of the lines and related facilities hereby authorized. In case any action is commenced against the Village on account ofthe permission herein given, Consumers shall, upon notice, defend the Village and its representatives and hold them harmless from all loss, costs and damage arising out ofsuch negligent construction and maintenance. SECTION 4. EXTENSIONS- Consumers shall construct and extend its gas distribution system within said Village, and shall furnish gas service to applicants residing therein in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations. SECTION 5. not exclusive. FRANCHISE NOT EXCLUSIVE- The rights, power and authority herein granted, are SECTION 6. RATES and CONDITIONS. Consumers shall be entitled to provide gas service to the inhabitants ofthe Village at the rates and pursuant to the conditions as approved by the Michigan Public Service Commission. Such rates and conditions shall be subject to review’ and change upon petition to the Michigan Public Service Commission. SECTION 7. REVOCATION. The franchise granted by this ordinance is subject to revocation upon sixty (60) days written notice by cither party. Upon revocation this ordinance shall be considered repealed and of no effect past, present or future. SECTION 8. MICHIGAN PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION JURISDICTION. Consumers remains subject to the reasonable rules and regulations of the Michigan Public Service Commission applicable to gas service in the Village and those rules and regulations preempt any term ofany ordinance oftlic Village to the contrary. SECTION 9. REPEALER This ordinance, when enacted, shall repeal and supersede the provisions ofany previous gas franchise ordinance adopted by the Village including any amendments. SECTION 10. EFFECTIVE DATE- This ordinance shall take effect on ■ We certify that the foregoing Franchise Ordinance was duly enacted by the Village Council of the VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE. EATON COUNTY, MICHIGAN, on the ■ day of Attest: . v • Ctark of thc VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE, EATON COUNTY, ^KCHIGAA HIG lV< 4 HEREBY CERTIFY that thc ordinance granting Consumers Energy Company, a gdss fra frakefiisc, was properly adopted by the Village Council of the VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILUE, EATON COUNTY, MICHIGAN, and that all proceedings were regular and in accordance with ll legal requirements. SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN P.C., is attempting to collect a debt, any information obtained will be used for that purpose. MORTGAGE SALE - At Home R.E. LLC, granted a mortgage to Visio Financial Services Inc., Mortgagee, dated September 8,2017, and recorded on September 15, 2017, in Document No. 2017-009376, and assigned by said mortgagee to WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF RESIDENTIAL CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES TRUST II, as assigned,, Barry assgne arry County oun y Records, ecor s, Michigan on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-Five Thousand Five Hundred Thirty-Eight and 86/100 Dollars ($45,538.86). Under t the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 1:00 PM, on August 29, 2019. Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: Lot 4 of Block 20 of the Eastern Addition to the City of Hastings, Michigan, except the West 78 feet thereof, and except the East 96 feet thereof East of Fall Creek, and the North 1/2 of vacated Madison Street, lying adjacent to said lot. The redemption period will be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless abandoned under MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period will be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days from the MCL 600.3241a(b) notice, whichever is later; or unless extinguished pursuant to MCL 600.3238. If the above referenced property is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of Act 236 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.. Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, d/b/a Christina Trust, not in its individual capacity but soley as owner Trustee of Residential Credit Opportunities Trust II Mortgagee/ Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman P.C. 23938 Research Dr, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 1391288 (07-27X08-17) 2002. After five years in Climax, they moved to the Olivet area, and Priddy took a teaching position at Olivet High School. He coached the track team and joined the football coaching staff in 2007. He was appointed head football coach in 2012 and continues in that position today. After moving to Olivet, the family attended City on a Hill Church where they began to serve in various capacities. In 2017 Priddy decided to become a full­ time minister, and resigned from teaching at the end of the school year. He was ordained at City on a Hill and became a full-time family pastor in 2017. In his quest for learning more about the life of Christ and disciple making, he reconnected with his friend and former youth pastor Don Roscoe, lead pastor at Grace Church, and cousin Ryan NOTICE Default has been made in the Hickey, who is a church staff conditions of a mortgage made member. by Lori Ann Dussia, an unmarried Priddy said their mentor­ woman, to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated ing motivated him “to con­ November 2, 2005 and recorded tinue growing in my own December 13, 2005 in Instrument walk with Christ and leading Number 1157602 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage others to do the same. is now held by Deutsche Bank “Sometimes, growing National Trust Company, as Trustee means you have to step out for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through of your comfort zone, and Certificates, Series 2005-R11, by that can be difficult, but I assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of trust God has a purpose for One Hundred Forty-One Thousand my life,” Priddy said. “I Four Hundred Twenty-Seven know He loves me and will and 6/100 Dollars ($141,427.06), guide me.” including interest at 2.00003% per annum. Priddy will serve as pastor Under the power of sale of family ministries and dis­ contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and ciple-making at Grace provided, notice is hereby given thatt Church. said mortgage will be foreclosed by “The style at Grace is a a sale of the mortgaged premises, or little outside of tradition or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit norm, which is attractive to court within Barry County, Michigan me.” Priddy said. “The at 1:00 PM on SEPTEMBER 5, church really stresses the 2019. Said premises are located in passionate pursuit of the life the Township of Prairieville, Barry of Christ, and discovering County Michigan, and are described how to live the life of a disci­ as: Lot 17, Shady Heights, Prairieville ple who makes disciples ... Township, Barry County, Michigan, Above all, there is an empha­ as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page sis on the people of Grace 37, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 having an authentic walk months from the date of such sale, with Christ, and that is how I unless determined abandoned in want to live, lead my family, accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, and those in the surrounding in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of area.” such sale. Along with his growing If the property is sold at number of responsibilities at foreclosure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be the church, Priddy will pur­ held responsible to the person who sue the completion of his buys the property at the mortgage master’s degree in ministry. foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property He said he is looking forward during the redemption period. to reconnecting and getting Dated: August 3,2019 involved in the community. File No. 19-006982 LEGAL NOTICE Firm Name: Orians PC (08-03)(08-24) �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, August 17,2019 — Page 11 MV students check out their new classrooms SIS Audrey Burpee visits with third-grade teacher Sara Delany at Maplewood School in Putnam District Library Director Savannah Shilton and Sylvia Kinyon spell words Vermontville. with Twizzlers at Fuller Street Elementary. The library had staff at Fuller and Maplewood to spread the word that all Maple Valley students are able to get library cards at Putnam District Library. * ft kta**1* pT?-] Rj#. ■SIw m skjes; CU W,ilinh ■Brtik fciiiiiji testa tae si EEtiiitoi E inn I jess® limfeia $ I1 & Hudson Carpenter and Caden Peabody complete a scavenger hunt to learn where everything will be in their new second-grade class during Maple Valley’s back to school open house Thursday. The district starts early this year, with a half day Monday, Aug. 19. (Photos by Taylor Owens) Third-grade teacher Tiffany Tefft chats with Maple Valley Board of Education Trustee and parent Justin Keiffer. Kelly Bartlett faces additional charges Taylor Owens Staff Writer Former Eaton County Sheriff’s Office Clerk Kelly Leigh Bartlett is facing two more felony charges, in addi­ tion to the nine felonies and five misdemeanor charges leveled against her in the fall of 2018. Bartlett was recently charged by Barry County Digital TV Antennas Cell Phone Boosters 517.648.0439 TV ANTENNA & TOWER INSTALLATION, . REPAIR & REMOVAL PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: <^5 5 AU real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or marital 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 viola­ tion 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 num­ ber for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Uli Prosecutor Julie Nakfoor Pratt with aggravated stalking, which carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison, and using a computer to commit a crime, which carries a maximum of seven years in prison. If Bartlett is convicted of those two additional charges, her sentences could be consecu­ tive. She is alleged to have vio­ lated a court order by having third-party contact with a victim in a pending case. While she was working as a clerk at the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office, Bartlett and a deputy began a relationship in late 2015, the Barry County Prosecutor’s Office said. The deputy ended the rela­ tionship in spring 2017, and requested that Bartlett cease to have any contact with him. When Bartlett continued contact, the deputy told his superiors and a team was assigned to investigate Bartlett for stalking. Bartlett ceased working for the department in December 2017 and, in January 2018, contacted the Michigan State Police to file a complaint against the depu­ ty for sexually assaulting her in March 2017. Following an investiga­ tion, the stalking and sexual assault cases were turned over to the Eaton County Prosecutor, who recused that office from any action on the case, which was turned over to the Barry County Prosecutor’s Office in spring 2018. Bartlett was charged with multiple felony counts in September 2018, including two counts of using a com­ puter to commit a crime, two counts of identity theft, three counts of unauthorized access to a computer, con­ spiracy and one count of false reporting of a felony. Misdemeanors include two counts of stalking, one count of intentional dissemi­ nation of sexually explicit visual material and two counts ofusing a computer to commit a crime. The case is still pending in circuit court, and no date has been set for a pretrial. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 34, August 24, 2019 DAR chapter rededicates Revolutionary soldier's grave Members of the Battle Revolution — organized the Creek Chapter Daughters of event and coordinated with the American Revolution Maple Grove Township, as assisted in the rededication well as neighbors ofthe cem­ ofthe grave of Revolutionary etery for driveway repair and War patriot John Quick at parking. Quaker Cemetery near Hastings American Legion Nashville Aug. 10. Post 45 provided the 21-gun Two of Quick’s descen­ salute. A Sons of the dants - Elizabeth Howells, of American Revolution honor the Rev. John Andrew DAR guard gave silent honors and chapter in Watkinsville, Ga., provided a cannon salute. and Bernard Groskopf of John Quick was bom Oct. Central Michigan Chapter 16, 1762, in New Jersey. He Sons of the American enlisted in Pennsylvania Aug. 19, 1776, and served a total of three years, nine months and 17 days. He reportedly crossed the Delaware with Gen. George Washington, was wounded in the attack on Trenton, sur­ vived Valley Forge and fought under Gen. Nathanael Greene in the Battle of Monmouth. He and his wife moved to Pictured at the rededication of John Quick’s grave are (from left) Joyce Marot,, Maple Grove Township in MapleGroveTownshipin 1842 where he died May 9, Joanne Rutzen, Lily Cheney, Anne Lightfoot and Janice Tackett from the Battle Creek Chapter DAR, along with Quick descendant Elizabeth Howells of the Rev. John 1851. Andrews DAR Chapter in Watkinsville, Ga. (Photo provided) Nashville sends housing ordinance back for last change Taylor Owens owner of the residence to but she had told him the vil­ StaffWriter determine if it complies with lage would have trouble After about a year in the ordinance. enforcing parts of the ordi­ development, the Nashville At the beginning of the nance in court, if they had exterior housing ordinance discussion, Tanett Hodge, not been able to enter the was almost across the finish council trustee and policy dwelling to fully assess a line during a meeting and ordinance committee situation. Thursday evening. member, said the committee Kenyon said he under­ The 11-page ordinance, discussed changing the sec­ stood the concerns voiced by which sets “minimum tion to instead be a “right of council members about the requirements for the protec­ inspection” of the outside of section, and he did not tion of health, safety and the dwelling, because it was believe an inspector would welfare of the general public an exterior housing ordi­ perform a minute inspection and the owners and occu­ nance not an interior one. of someone’s home. Hodge pants of residential build­ “I like everything in this, pointed out the way the sec­ ings,” had its second public except for the point ofentry,” tion is worded, it wouldn’t hearing Thursday. trustee Gary White said. “If I necessarily prevent an The minimum require­ don’t want you in my house, inspector from doing so. ments apply to the size of I don’t want you in my “Where is the line?” residential buildings, sani­ house.” Hodge asked. “We need to tary conditions, cleanliness Council President Mike have laid out a step that’s in and safety issues, such as Kenyon acknowledged the between.” structural hazards. The ordi­ section had been an import­ Trustee Johnny Hartwell nance has gone through a ant issue during the drafting made a motion to table the series of revisions since its of the ordinance, but said ordinance in order to address first public hearing. ultimately village lawyer the section, which passed But one last issue stood Jackie Baker Sturgis, who unanimously. Kenyon said out to the council, Section 3: had made edits to the draft, the ordinance would be ready Enforcement, point B, Right strongly encouraged the for a vote at the next meet­ of Entry. The section states council to keep the section. ing, Sept. 12, if it was possi­ that a resident must grant Kenyon said Sturgis asked ble to do so. access to the residence to an him to keep the specifics of Also during the meeting, authorized inspector or the their discussion confidential, Michigan Department of Transportation Engineer Dan Roberts gave said the M-66 bridge is set to reopen for traffic by the middle or end of the coming week. “I’m really confident we’re almost there,” Roberts said. The council unanimously approved the purchase of a New Holland Tractor from Maple Valley Implement. The cost of the tractor is $39,242, though Maple Valley Implement is offering a $13,000 trade in on the village’s New Holland TN 65 tractor. Josh Pierce of the Department of Public Works said they will put the old tractor on an auction site for government equipment to see if they can get a higher price, so $13,000 is the min­ imum they will receive. The old tractor is a 2001 model with 1,020 hours, DPW Director Scott Decker said. The new tractor will be able to handle the DPW’s 10-foot snow plow, which will keep hours off the backhoe the DPW has been using for the plow. Decker said the back­ involving the monitoring hoe is from the 1990s and wells around the village would be a much more sewer treatment plant, in expensive item to replace. accordance with new regula­ The council also approved tions from the Department of the temporary conversion of Environment, Great Lakes a basketball court at Putnam and Energy. Fleis and Park into a pickleball court Vandenbrink staff will pre­ for the remainder of the sum­ pare and submit the plan to mer. Kenyon pointed out EGLE and review the wells pickleball continues to gain and sampling procedures popularity since the tennis completed by the village. courts at the park were con­ Decker said the cost came in verted into pickleball courts. lower than expected, partial­ Recently, 16 people were at ly due to work already done the courts for an evening of in the previous sewer treat­ pickleball, Kenyon said. ment facility upgrade. “It’s getting kind of Kenyon announced a crowded up there,” Decker town-hall-style meeting with said. representatives from all three One of the backboards at public safety agencies of the court will be removed, Nashville and the surround­ because it is leaning, and a ing area, including the police, pickleball net will be put emergency medical services onto the court. No lines will and fire. The meeting, at 7 be drawn, and the net can be p.m. Sept. 17 at the village removed, so basketball still offices, will be similar to the can be played on the half police Q&A forum the coun­ court. Another full basketball cil held last month. court will remain. The council approved $2,000 to Fleis and Vandenbrink for work Music students win 33 trophies at national competition Nerves were high as local music students prepared for the recent American Guild of Music’s North American Championship, but ultimate­ ly, they took home 33 tro­ phies. Ten students from Sing Studios and two teachers spent months preparing, according to a press release. Students studied music theo­ ry and sight singing, fol­ lowed a fitness routine and nutritional guidelines, raised funds and prepared anywherefrom two to 15 pieces for entry.-^They met four days a week, m addition to private lessons. “Last year the studio entered four people into the competition versus the 12 this year,” Sing Studios owner and teacher Sarah Vanderhoef said in the press release. “It was a completely different ball game to try and prepare so many peo­ ple.” Even though they’ve won awards at other competi­ tions, Vanderhoef said she didn’t think they would have as successful of a competi­ tion this time. They were going up against people who will appear on “The Voice,” who won India’s equivalent of “America’s Got Talent,” have been on Broadway or received scholarships to study opera at Grand Valley State University. But the students walked away with 20 first-place, 10 second-place, and three third-place trophies. “We go as a team. A win for one of us is a win for all of us,” Vanderhoef said. “They all worked together all summer. They critiqued each other and built each other up. They helped each other both at boot camp and at the competition. I honest­ ly couldn’t be prouder.” Students who attend the competition learn experi­ ence about performance that they can take with them any­ where, from public speaking to job interviews. For many of the students, Vanderhoef said, it is the hardest they have ever had to work for something. “It takes tremendous grit and determination to show up day after day and work on improving the tiniest of details,” Vanderhoef said. The students will also be showing off their hard work in a few weeks, when leg­ endary opera singer Peter Karrie returns. Voted the world’s best “Phantom of the Opera” twice, Karrie will have a workshop with students and then perform alongside them Sept. 13, at the Maple Valley high school auditorium. “He is the real deal, and we are so lucky to have him want to work with our com­ munity,” Vanderhoef said. The event serves a fund­ raiser that helps pay for stu­ dents’ travel expenses to attend competitions. Tickets are available at peterkarrieusa.com. In This Issue • Nashville Baptist welcomes new pastor on mission trip • Vermontville painting placed at Olivet College • Pixel art for teens at Putnam library; Local history room open Thursday • Fall sports season previewed �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 24,2019 Nashville Baptist Nashville Bible Church members who went on the youth mission tri are, (front row, from left) Chloe Kelly, Abby Byrd, Eric Daniels, Paige Ho Lamphere, Madison Franklin, Haley Huggett, Kristin Lampart, (second row) Mayah Church members fix the sidewalk in front of the home of an elderly woman. Pictured Espionoza, Mandy Lamphere, Gloria Guernsey, Carrie Mason, Lisa Guernsey, (third are (from left) Josh Lamphere, Nate Kovalchik and Evan Brand. row) Cody Rea, Pastor Eric Lamphere, Nate Kovalchik, Evan Brand, Garrett, Falk, Grace Guernsey, Olivia Brand, Megan Walker, Neva Clarke, Lyssa Walker, Karsyn Daniels and Emilee Justice. Taylor Owens Staff Writer Eric Lamphere recently back home to the church he grew up in, to be the new youth pastor at Nashville Baptist Church. After graduating from Maple Valley in 2003 Lamphere attended The Crown College of the Bible in Tennessee. He served as pastor at a church in northern Idaho fir six years, then spent six years as the principal of a Christian school in Spokane Wash., where he also served as an assistant pastor. Accepting the job ofyouth pastor at Nashville Baptist was like coming home in more ways than one, since Lamphere’s father Deano is the assistant pastor. “It’s like we have one of our boys back home,” said church member Carrie Mason, who was a youth group leader when Lamphere was in the program. She said it’s been great not just to renew an old friendship, but to start new friendships with Lamphere’s wife Christa, and their four children. Lamphere started his new job in early July, just in time to go on the annual weeklong Home Cookin' /Jack fe Judy's\ Country Kettle k Cafe We will be & OPEN LABOR DAY WEEKEND our Regular Hours...6:00 am-8:00 pm Serving yourfavorite home cooked meals Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! S 113 N. Main, Nashville • 517-852-9700 f Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM ___ 1 youth mission trip to Louisville, Ky. He joined over 30 other church mem­ bers, including many junior and senior high students. Lamphere said it was a great way for the kids to learn what they can do in the church. Mason, who organized the trip, said she handed over the reins to Lamphere, which gave the students an opportu­ nity to work with them as their new youth pastor. “It was a really good time for all of us to bond,” Mason said. While they were on the New youth pastor Eric Lamphere works with the kids from Nashville Bible Church trip, they worked with Youth on a mission trip. DUDE stands for Disciple Us Disciple Everyone. Pictured are (from for Christ on home mainte­ left) Chloe Kelly, Haley Huggett, Lyssa Walker, Emilee Justice, Pastor Eric Lamphere, nance for elderly people, Christa Lamphere, Garrett Falk and Sam Went. gave craft supplies to kids, and put to work the paint ty that’s not where they grew Mason pointed out. helpful,” Mason said. “It brushes, scrapers, power up. “When they see others that bonds them with other kids washer and chainsaw the When they come home, have needs, it makes them in their youth group and, church supplied them with — the kids have a new outlook appreciate their own home, it hopefully, it points them to in sweltering heat. on their own community, and shows them that they can do God.” “Our church really got how they can fulfill its needs, something, that they can be behind it,” Mason said. “We ended up using everything we took.” She explained taking mis­ sion trips to places like Louisville is a great way to show the kids a different per­ Three-year dog licenses will not begin until Jan. 1, and $55 for a three-year spective. It gets them away from all of the distractions will be available to county 2020. license. A spayed/neutered they might have at home, to dog owners beginning in “It is important for pet pet is $15 for a one-year Eaton County owners to know that no license and $40 for threesee the needs of a communi- 2020, Treasurer Bob Robinson licenses will be issued in year license. Puppies at 4- to said. December of 2019 in order to 5-months-old are $10. The three-year license is change over to the new pro­ The penalty for a delin­ part of an overall effort in the gram,” Robinson said. “This quent license will be $20, in county treasurer’s office to will allow us to make a addition to the base license simplify and improve dog smooth transition to the new fee. licensing in the county. One- renewal dates for all Eaton In 2020, licenses will be year licenses will still be County pet owners.” available online at the trea­ available. A renewal notice will be surer’s dog license site at Licensing also will switch mailed to licensed pet own­ http://eatoncountydoglicensfrom a calendar year renewal ers 30 days prior to their es-eatoncounty-org ,3dcartto renewal dates based on the 2020 renewal date. To pur­ stores.com/, and at the trea­ pet’s rabies vaccination date. chase a three-year license, surer’s office at 1045 All 2019 licenses will be the rabies vaccination must Independence Boulevard in given amnesty in 2020 - until be valid for three years at the Charlotte, Charlotte the rabies vaccination date of time of license purchase. All Veterinary Hospital at 122 the dog. If a dog was vacci­ dogs four months and older Lansing Street in Charlotte, nated in May 2019, for are required by Michigan law Town and Country Animal example, the current 2019 to be licensed and vaccinat­ Hospital at 3110 South dog license will not expire ed. Three-year licenses will Cochran in Charlotte, Snow until May 31,2020. be discounted. Animal Clinic at 617 Current 2019 licenses will Earlier in 2019, Eaton Michigan Street in Eaton become delinquent the last County established new dog Rapids, and Eaton County day of the month in which licensing rates. The follow­ Humane Society at 129 the rabies vaccination ing new license fees will North Main in Olivet. expires, and will carry a $20 become effective in 2020: For more information, go penalty for late renewal. The The base fee for a female/ to www.eatoncountytreasurpurchase of 2020 licenses male one-year license is $20, er.org. Eaton County will begin dog licensing changes in 2020 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, August 24,2019 — Page 3 Backstreet: A new football coach traffic violations and livestock This column by the late Susan Hinckley was printed in the June 6, 1989, Maple Valley News. She retrieved some favorite “Backstreet Barometer” columns written by the late Donald F. Hinderliter, editor-publisher ofThe Nashville Newsfrom 1941 to 1956. Thefollowing pieces were excerptedfrom columns that appeared in 1953. The cry of “Woodman spare that tree!” is appropri­ ate these days south of town, but the plea won’t stop the gang of workmen, who, with power chain saws and bull­ dozers, are clearing the extended right of way between Nashville and the Three Bridges. They started at the Pennock farm, where the wooded knoll west of the present road is to be removed, and have been working north toward town. Already the whole appearance of the route has changed. To a lover oftrees, the new bleakness is depressing. But new trees can be planted along the widened right of way, and in a few years the route again will be beautiful. One thing sure, the new pavement will look beautiful to all of us. M tt WffOtata sofcfa WiMsh ateta intajoairafa flta.il iqtftiipr' tail Gf tef cube 65 ill M ra a .n^ K ,*'*■ *■ (I®i 4E'®’ M (iiE» ’ "M s’ k*JS •• Si* t»FK •»“FK <**,, ><.Pfl >„ z „ K*1 Last week we started a practice of publishing a weekly list of persons fined locally for traffic violations. We are doing it for two rea­ sons. In the first place, such affairs are matters of public record and are news. Moreover, there is reason to believe that publication of such news may have been the effect of influencing other motorists to observe the traffic laws, hence pre­ serve life and all that sort of thing. In starting the procedure, we decided to publish details of all cases since the first of March. So, naturally there was a bit of woofing. Someone who was fined a few months ago wasn’t men­ tioned, which obviously means that The News is cov­ ering up and protecting some individuals and persecuting others. About the only way to satisfy such critics would be to go back to the very begin­ ning of justice courts in Nashville. Even then there would be hollering. At a get-acquainted player-parent meeting with incoming Nashville football coach Chuck Ross (right), News editor Donald Hinderliter was impressed by the man's ability to establish rules of training and discipline and to enforce them. Ross, who came to Nashville from Galesburg, was a popular coach and teacher at Nashville High School in the 1950s. He is seen here with Tom Lutz, Nashville basketball coach in that area. If only he could remember what road he was on, the bill of complaint might already be filed in court. It now appears that every­ one concerned has about agreed that the idea of locat­ ing a livestock exhibit in the back part of Central Park during the Community Fair and Harvest Festival is no good. There have been pro­ tests, and quite a few more people are only awaitin g developments before they, too, rise and object. From all we hear, further protests will be unnecessary. It was one ofthe situations where a group of people are making plans and the ques­ tion comes up as to where will we put the cattle and sheep. Someone suggested the park, nobody objected, so that was it. We weren’t there, but can easily picture the scene. Several of those who were there came home that night admitting they didn’t like the idea and by now it appears nobody does. So, the lawn and the flowers that have been started with consider­ able labor and expense now will be safe — we think. About 40 prospective A Nashville man is prepar- players and more than a ing an elaborate case against dozen parents accepted the some branch of the public invitation of new football road system and intends to coach Chuck Ross and start legal actions as soon as attended his get-acquainted he decides whether to sue meeting in the school gym state, county or some luck­ last Thursday evening. For the most part, the players less township. While driving along the were poker-faced, and have road Saturday night, a bump, been quite noncommittal for which the road mainte­ since, as is the way with nance crew is responsible, teenagers while breaking in a caused him to break a large new coach. We’ll make a prophesy, chip out of a tooth, when said tooth was jarred against the though: Some of the fellows drinking bottle. Due to the went home Thursday night negligence of said highway thinking Chuck Ross acts department, the plaintiff suf- pretty tough, and maybe they fered considerable pain and aren’t going to have a differ­ ent feeling long before the suffering. season is over. Coach Ross is a Navy man and a football man. He rates highly with an overwhelm­ ing majority of both students and parents at Galesburg, from whence he comes, and he rates highly in the estima­ tion of other coaches. One thing he cannot be called and this is wishywashy or too easy-going. When he coaches a football team, he expects to give the orders, and could be that’s what we need in these parts. He has only a few simple rules regarding training and discipline, but intends to enforce them. As we mentioned in print before, we wouldn’t give a last year’s worn-out sweat­ shirt for a coach who can’t stand up on his hind legs and run things, and that’s a part of what we like about Coach Ross. Moreover, we like the way he stressed the fact that football to him, is a game, and should be played for the fun and the experience that’s in it for the players. “I don’t mind losing a game,” he told his listeners Thursday evening, “provided we played our very best. The only thing I hate is being beaten by an inferior team.” It would be kind of foolish to make any forecast now about the coming football season, as to wins and losses, but we’ll make one mild pre­ diction: Before the season is very far advanced, Nashville’s football team will have developed a better team spirit than it had last year, even if the players may still be groaning that their coach is a hard taskmaster. And if the spark is there, we think Coach Ross will ignite it and develop what might become a really great 1953 team. At Thanksgiving time, Miss Francis Childs, our val- Memories A livestock exhibit proposed for the back part of Central Park during Nashville’s 1953 Community Fair did not come to pass, much to the relief of many local residents. The park, seen here at its prime in the 1920s, was developed about 1916 at the urging of Len W. Feighner, longtime editor-publisher of The Nashville News. 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HW VERMONTVILLE Now accepting MasterCard & Visa Other bee keepers whose honey we have found always grand include W.O. Dean and Walter C. Clark. Actually, we owe Walt Clark a sizable bill for the good job of pollen-carrying his busy little bees do every year on our fruit trees. To make up for it, we plan in our old age to retire to our Maple Grove Continued next page Extended Tanning Hours For Your Convenience Hair* Nails *13001119 Go 25% OFF BhCK TO A All in stock products & Styling tools for the Month ofAugust NASHVILLE 207 N. Main St., Nashville • 517-852-0313 For your convenience, please use back entrance �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 24,2019 Phyllis Ann Wells Phyllis Ann (Skelly) Wells, age 82, went home to be with her Savior, August 9,2019 at home in Fort Meade, FL. She was bom September 20, 1936 in Hillsdale, daugh­ ter of the late William and Maty (Sprang) Skelly. Phyl­ lis graduated from Litchfield High School in 1954 where she played the trombone, was a member of the Future Homemakers ofAmerica and played basketball. Phyllis was very involved with 4-H, showing her South­ down Sheep at area fairs. This is how she met her husband of61 years, Carroll W. Wells. They were married February 13, 1955 at the Litchfield Baptist Church. They made their home at Carroll’s farm in Vermontville, where they continued to raise and show sheep, for many years. In 1964 Phyllis and her family opened the “Dairy King” ice cream shop in Vermontville. She was the area director for the “Make It Yourself With Wool Sewing Competition”. Phyllis won the Eaton County Champion Homemakers Award and was the leader of the Vermont­ ville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club sharing her love of4-H with many young people. In 1986 they relocated to Florida where they worked at River Ranch Resort, ran a restaurant and motel. Even­ tually they realized they missed their farming roots, so they bought land and went back to farming on a smaller scale. She was preceded in death by her husband, Car­ roll W. Wells in 2016; their infant daughter, Joy Ellen Wells,1957. Phyllis is survived by her children, Sally Ann (Steve) Rempel of CT, Robert C. (Sandra) Wells of AK, Nyle B. (Kim) Wells of FL, and Faith A. (Jordan) Owens of FL. Also, 17 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren; brothers and sistesr-in-law, Clayton and Mary Jo Wells of Michigan, Maurice and Ruth Ann Wells of Ohio and sister-in-law, Betty Wells of CO. Gary Ralph Henline Gary Ralph Henline, a big hearted man that loved his family and his Lord, died, peacefully on Friday, Aug. 16,2019. Gary, age 66, of Charlotte was bom April 6, 1953 in Battle Creek to Richard and Marylyn (Kinsey) Henline. Working for the Michigan Department of Corrections, Gary would help teach in­ mates trades in the prison system and helped to sell their work through Michigan State Industries. A devoted Christian, Gary was always helping others and supported his family in every way he could. A hands-on grandpa, he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, teaching them how to fish and sharing his love of the outdoors, as well as attending all of their activities. Gary and his wife, Anita, loved walking togeth­ er and going to Kenton in Northern Michigan. He also enjoyed water skiing, mar­ tial arts, playing the guitar, woodworking, and any activ­ ity he could do outdoors. Grace Church of Nashville was his home away from home, and he greatly enjoyed being an active member of his church and had many close friends there. Gary is survived by his wife of 47 years, Anita; daughters, Susan Cuttie and Kristy Henline Cordts; grandchildren granc ren, Alexzander exzaner Cuttie, Zachary Cuttie, and Jersey Steele; sister, Cindy (Lloyd) Helder; and many nieces and nephews; and his best friend, Kim Hansen. He was preceded in death by his parents; mother and father-in-law; son-in-law, George Cordts; and brother­ in-law, James Lingholm. Friends are encouraged to Support the Henline family at visitation and memorial ser­ vices. Memorial services are Sat­ urday, Aug. 31, 11 a.m. at Grace Church in Nashville, with Pastor Don Roscoe of­ ficiating. .Visitation is one hour prior to the service. Ifdesired, the family sug­ gests memorial contributions to Grace Church or Eaton Community Palliative Care. Friends and family are asked to share memories of Gary on his Tribute Page at www.PrayFuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Eaton County creates land bank to combat blight, strengthen communities The State Land Bank Authority announced Thursday the creation of county land banks in Eaton, Dickinson and Huron coun­ ties. Creation of the land banks will provide these counties with additional tools to assist in returning vacant and blighted property back to productive use. “Creating Land Banks in these communities is a posi­ tive step toward transforming vacant properties in the Upper Peninsula, Mid­ Michigan and Thumb regions,” State Land Bank Interim Director Jeff Huntington said in a press release. “I am certain their efforts will serve as a valu­ able economic and communi­ ty driver and I look forward to working with each Land Bank in the future to help strengthen and revitalize their counties.” The State Land Bank works statewide to help com­ munities with blight and abandoned or vacant proper­ ty. Creation of a land bank at the local level creates more opportunity for greater engagement within the community as well as returning unproductive properties back to the local tax roll. “The new Eaton County Land Bank Authority will Continued from previous page acreage and also become a keeper ofbees. lake. They go zipping into A few years ago, he did us the cool depths and that’s the the honor of reading a New last you see of them. Now Year’s edition of The Any game warden who Carl doesn’t want to do any­ Nashville News quite thor­ might happen to wander into thing illegal with a net; he oughly and then, between this department will please just wants to make a few laughs, giving quite a bit of turn to the classified section sweeps across his pond — or comment. The chronology of and keep out ofthis. lake, that is - to find out if all the year’s headline was, he Carl Voorhees wants to those fish are still there and said, enough to prove to any­ borrow a fish net. Anybody putting on weight. one, if proof were needed, have one hidden away? We’ve begun to worry that nothing, no nothing, ever It’s like this: Carl has a along with him, and figure happens in a small town. lake ofhis own on their farm two guys with hip boots Just for a gag, he took 10 at the intersection of M-66 could find out in a hurry, if minutes, went back over the and M-79 southwest of town only they had a good-sized chronology and came up [at what is now the comer of net. with a feature he said his Assyria and Lawrence paper always runs on New roads.] It isn’t the biggest At the end of the year, Year’s Day: “The 10 biggest lake in the county, in fact, when we traditionally pub­ stories of the year.” some neighbors are belittling lish a chronology of the The Big 10 as he picked enough to call it a pond. year’s news highlights in them from the news of Merle Hoffman claims that if Nashville, we always think Nashville were indeed a far the wind is right, we can spit of an old friend who long cry from the 10 biggest sto­ across it. was a reporter and now is an ries of the year in world Nevertheless, we call it a editor on a big city daily. news. As we recall, his selec­ lake — and so do Carl and He always professed to get tions included one about the Doris Voorhees. Carl often a big kick out of country public restrooms, one about a refers to it as Lake Folly. He weeklies and at one time PTA m\eeting and one about uses it for skating in the win­ talked of buying one. We a dog being run over and ter and once tipped his trac­ advised against it, not killed on Main Street. Since tor into it, and he also hopes because of anything lacking there weren’t any murders all to use it for fishing. in his abilities, but because year long, he laughed, we’d You wouldn’t believe the his feeling for the small-town have to make out with a dead amount of fish he’s planted newspaper is a combination dog. in that pond — excuse it — of amusement and contempt. He went on to remark that, except for the exact details of the vital statistics, he could sit down right then and do the coming year’s chronolo­ gy, on account ofhow he was sure nothing much different would happen. Well, the man’s right.. Nothing much happens here that the big city dailies con­ sider important news. In the more than 13 years we’ve been reporting the news of the town, there has been only one murder. And, frankly, we hope there never will be another. Any single edition of a Detroit or Chicago newspa­ per contains more news of violence and crime than has been printed in the Nashville years. All of which, to us, amounts to one more reason for being pretty satisfied with this kind of existence. As we have frequently told bur friend oil the big daily, he is welcome to his kind of news stories; we’ll be glad to go along with such homely things as PTA meetings and’ run-over dogs. See us for color copies, one-hour 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 give us the economic devel­ opment tools we need to put as many tax foreclosed prop­ erties back onto the tax roll,” Eaton County Treasurer Bob Robinson said. “Land Banks excel at removing blight from local communities, repairing title problems and dealing with properties that other­ wise have no market value. This new authority will sup­ port positive outcomes that serve the county and local communities.” Prior to the creation of a local land bank, the state was the primary resource for land banking in Eaton, Dickinson and Huron counties. With the creation of these local land banks, the state will move into a supporting role, help­ ing these counties as needed with technical assistance for demolition and redevelop­ ment as well as other tools needed as they build their teams and begin work in their official capacity. In addition to the State Land Bank’s 2,500 available properties, local land banks also have inventory with a number of available proper­ ties. Visit Michigan.gov/ LandBank to view the state­ wide listing of properties and to locate your local land bank. MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events August 2019 30 Last day to pick up fair premiums. September 2019 2 Office closed for Memorial Day 4 Teen Leader Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office 4 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, &:30 p.m., Extension Office 5 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center 7 Administrative Leaders Enrollment Meeting, 9 a.m., Community Foundation 8 50/50 Horse Show, 9 a.m., Expo Center 11 Teen Leaders Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office 15 Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center 16 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC 19 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center 1HUKM ■III Maple Valley Center of Hope would like to say CM S to our businesses, organizations and individuals that helped make our 2019-2020 Maple Valley Backpack program so successful. We were able to fill 76 backpacks and help out the teachers with some classroom supplies. 9 st Thank you againforyour support!! ■■ ThankVeu I m IM �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, August 24,2019 — Page 5 From the Pulpit Public Hearing Notice Forgiveness few ew SCX \!SWi sC s\Sff)i ViV < xn$ s^S s55^1 ^1^S *<< ‘kutJJ’W ;>■ &h? h?‘‘i 3iWa mJ7 (*»SM*iii f»7" ‘"•f wimE r< tata,ututa uta’" W»ilj (il S0H1BS Pastor Glenn Branham Nashville Assembly ofGod In Matthew 18:21-35, Jesus tells a story that illustrates our debt of sin against the Lord compared to the debt of others who sin against us. The unjust servant owed his king the insurmountable debt of $10,000 talents (375 tons). Whether it was copper, silver or gold is unimportant, since all of them represent impossible figures. If 375 tons of copper (more than $2 million) was unpayable, silver (more than $12 million) was crazy, gold (more than $48 million) was unthinkable. Mercifully, the king forgave this ridiculously huge debt. The forgiven servant also had been a lender. He found a man who owed him one-third ofa years’ pay (approximate­ ly $20,000 by today’s U.S. standards). He demanded full and immediate payment. When the second man could not cough up the cash, the first man had him punished - sent to a debtor’s prison until the debt was paid in full. The king, hearing this, was outraged. He rescinded his debt-forgiveness of the first man’s debt and exacted the original penalty - prison until it was paid in full. According to one site, the median annual income in America is $61372. Applied to this story, a man earning $60,000 could never pay a debt of $2 to $48 million. Jesus conclud­ ed: “This is how my heavenly Father will treat each ofyou unless you forgive your brother from your heart.” (35) This story isn’t about money. It is about the tremendous debt of sin we have mounted up against God. Horrible. Huge. Looming. Impossible to repay. Our sins against God were far greater than any sin committed against us. Mercy, God’s mercy, makes it possible, even mandatory, for us to forgive those who sin against us. Some of us have suffered horrible offenses — terrible treatment, cruelty, criminal acts, and almost unimaginable atrocities. Yet, forgiveness not only demonstrates the life-changing power of Christ in our hearts, it frees us from the toxic buildup of bitterness and unforgiveness in our soul. Forgiveness frees us. Several factors make forgiveness difficult. We fear it somehow makes the offense OK. We are afraid the hurt will be too great ifwe no longer resent the perpetrator. We might even think forgiveness means we have to be buddies with the offender. None of this is true. We do not have to forget; we remember without anger, hatred, pain, trauma. We forgive and we are forgiven. Refusing to forgive costs us more than we can afford. Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at 8:00 p.m. (Following the Maple Grove Township meeting) 721 Durkee Street, Nashville, MI 49073 Great first week back Dr. Katherine Bertolini Superintendent As I write this we are wrapping up our hiring for the year and having all ofour classrooms staffed by highly qualified and certified teachers. Given the national shortage of teachers coining into the profession, this is a fine place to be. I am glad to report we are iin good shape for our teacher pool. This is not just a regional challenge. This is happening across the country. If you are as concerned about this as I am, I encourage you to reach out to your legislators and encourage them to make the teacher shortage a high priority in their agendas going forward. Our children truly are our future and our teachers are the backbone of everything that makes a democratic educational system possible. I was so glad to say goodbye to the Snowpocalypse of 2019 and yet Mother Nature will still have her due. We had heavy fog on the first day and a deluge of rain on Tuesday that overwhelmed the sewer systems in our towns and flooded parts of two of our buildings. I have to celebrate the quick and thorough response ofour teams at Fuller Street and the JrJSr. High. We sheltered our kids in place to keep them safe, the food service folks of Chartwells bagged up lunches to be served in classrooms and our janitorial staff from Key’s made short work of the hallways. We were high and dry in amazing time. We have a marvelous team in every area of Maple Valley. The hallmark of this excellence is not preventing anything from ever going wrong, because we know complex systems have glitches. The great accomplishment is making short work of returning things to rights. I am so proud of our people in the Valley. School is flowing smoothly in every area and we thank our parents, community and school team for a wonderful return to the school year. We hope to see you at our many events and opportunities to celebrate with our students as they show their learning, skills and talents this year. I hope you can join me at my Appetizers and Alliances event in the Country Kettle next Thursday from 6 to 7:30 pm. I had a wonderful morning at JoLei’s this week for Coffee and Conversation and I want to keep the communication flowing. It is a great day to be in the Valley. NOTICE REGARDING SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING REGARDING PLANS TO OPT OUT OF RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA BUSINESS WITHIN THE TOWNSHIP LIMITS The Sunfield Township board will be discussing the signing off an ordinance to not allow Recreational Marijuana businesses within Sunfield Township. This meeting will be held at the township hall during the regular board meeting on September 9, 2019 att 6:30 PM. Thank You A heartfelt thankyou to Susie Butler for serving Maple Grove Township as Clerkfor 35 years! 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Worship........................................... 11 Evening Worship............................ .......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.......................................... 7 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship..................................... 11 .Evening Worship 6 .Wednesday Family Night Service............................ 6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 930 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 am. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Senrice....................... Sunday School....................... ....... 9 a.m. 1030 a.m. (Nursery Provided) A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 1030 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-269-731-5194. Phone: (517) 543-5488 110 S. Main SL, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 10: 00 a.m............................Church Senrice 11: 00 am.................................... Fellowship REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship .......... FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE Wo matter who you are, or where you are on life'sjourney, you are welcome here.' Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (269) 963-7710 PASTOR PEGGY BAKER ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES . PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM 11 a.m. . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship............................................ 7 p.m. PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone:(517)852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH .9:15 a.m. Worship PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-588-8415 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Senrice... 11:15 am. P.M. Senrice... ......6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips SL, Nashville Sunday School............................ 9:45 a.m. AM. Service.................................. 11 am. P.M. Senrice.............................................. 6 Wed. Senrice............................................ 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets 2415 McCann Road Sunday Senrices: ......................... 9:15 am. Morning Prayer ................... 1130 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 Worship Senrice........................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School........................... 11:00 a.m. PASTOR KAREN KINNEY 517-852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (comer M-79 & Banyville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................ 830 am We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West .Worship 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass............................. 930 am. FATHER STEPHAM PHILIPS A mission of SL Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main SL, Vermontville Sunday School............... .9:45 am. Worship Senrice............ ........... 11 Sunday Evening Senrice .....6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service... :30 p.m. AWANA.......................... 630-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 am. Sunday Worship 10:00 am. PASTOR RICH MITTERLING 517-231-3434 �Pape 6 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. August 24. 2019 Vermontville painting placed at Olivet College Taylor Owens Staff Writer Olivet College now has a painting on its campus creat­ ed by a Vermontville resident in the mid-1800s. “Nature’s Bounty." a work by Sara Benedict, has been sitting in the Vermontville Museum for decades, if not longer. It was recently restored and relocated According to a family his­ tory collected by her great-great-grandnephew Tod Benedict. Sara Anna Benedict was bom in IMI, in Sweden. N.Y., to Rev. William Uriah and Almira Ann (Bennett) Benedict. She moved to Vermontville in 1843, when Uriah became the minister and teacher at the Congregational Church. Benedict was one of three women in the first graduat­ ing class of Olivet College in 1863. after it was designated a four-year college. Professor Gary Wertheimer, chair of the art department at Olivet College, said the State of Michigan did not initially want to rec­ ognize Olivet as a four-year college, because it accepted women and people of color. But during the Civil War, the state's political outlook changed, and Olivet became a four-year college. Ironically, because of the Civil War, there were no men in the initial graduating class. Benedict taught drawing and painting at Olivet College from 1864 to 1868. She went on to study art in New York, Paris and Chicago, where she met Dr. George W. Williams, whom she married in Vermontville in 1874. The couple moved to Iowa, where their daugh­ ter. Alma, was bom. But the couple separated, and Benedict moved back to Vermontville in 1887. Benedict married a second “Nature's Bounty" was painted by Vermontville resident Sara Anna Benedict, perhaps in the 1860s, and was recently restored. (Photos provided by Jim Zemke) Mary Fisher represents Vermontville at a showing of “Nature’s Bounty" at Olivet College, along with art collec­ tor Ed Bentley, who helped get the painting restored and hung at the college. time to Scottish immigrant Andrew Cossar in 1892, who was the Vermontville Congregational Church min­ ister from 1889 to 1894. But by the time Cossar left the church and moved away, the couple were separated. Benedict married a third time to Andrew L. Swinton in 1900, and moved to Ontonagon, in the western Upper Peninsula, where he had a medical practice. Sara died in 1919, after suffering a stroke, and was buried in Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Some of her paintings were kept at the Vermontville Museum, which her father helped start 1840s, but it is not known how they came to NASHVILLE SELF STORAGE 712 S. Durkee St., Nashville, Ml 49073 Nashville Self Storage will host a live public be there. One of those paint­ ings, “Nature’s Bounty,” caught the eye of Ed Bentley, a Greenville art collector who regularly puts on exhib­ its at Olivet College. Vermontville historian Jim Zemke said Bentley had talk­ ed to the late Doug Kelsey, who offered to donate the painting if Bentley would pay for restoration of the faded and ripped canvas. After it was restored, Bentley donated the painting to Olivet College, where it hangs in the offices of the Women’s Leadership Institute. “This is a wonderful paint­ ing because of the historical significance,” Wertheimer said. “Particularly at that point in history, for a woman to be painting, was pretty notable.” He also pointed out the painting is a close copy of a piece by Severin Roesen, titled “Fruit and Champagne Double Tier.” Roesen is believed to have painted it between 1854 and 1858, and it sold in New York in 2017 for $37,000. “Roesen’s work was wide­ ly collected and exhibited,” Judith Hansen O’Toole, interim executive director of The Frick Museum in Pittsburgh, said in a corre­ spondence with Bentley. This is the “Nature’s Bounty” painting as it looked at the Vermontville Historical Museum, before it was restored. “This particular composition was one of his most popular, and he made at least a dozen versions of it from my coun­ ty-” Wertheimer said it was common for artists to copy other paintings for practice, something that is still done today. “She had to have had a lot of time in front of that paint­ ing to copy it with that kind of precision,” Wertheimer said. “That had to have been pretty laborious.” But he noted Benedict’s piece was quite accom- plished, and did not look like the work of a student, so it may have been more of an homage than a learning exercise. AUCTION on SATURDAY, SEPT. 7 at 1:00pm Even with the construction on M-66 for the contents of the following deliquent units. Name Size GIBBS 5X12 HALL 10X20 BEEBE 10X20 CONTRERAS DUNKELBURGER MYALL 10X20 (2)5X12 10X16 We reserve the right to reject any low bids. Call Cory at 269-986-1684 with any questions. We Are Still Open cooPERTines ■Iw w ■l Brakes • Tune-Ups Mufflers • Batteries Oil Changes • Shocks Struts* AC Diagnostic Services Mechanic on Putt MfwwjnSSUre Pom • email; m66tirecoooer@att net 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66, Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 Sara Anna Benedict was born in New York, -graduated from Olivet College, lived in Paris, married three times and is buried in Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, August 24,2019 — Page 7 Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Aug. 26 Baked chicken w/ mushroom gravy, buttered noodles, baby carrots, Brussels sprouts, apple. Tuesday, Aug. 27 Baked potato bar, broccoli cheese soqp, tossed Jsaladjs orange. Wednesday, Aug. 28 Hamburger, baked beans, coleslaw, bun, banana. Thursday, Aug. 29 Sliced turkey & cheddar sandwich, wheat bread, potato salad, tosses salad, ambrosia. Friday, Aug. 30 Oven roasted chicken, macaroni & cheese, com on the cob, broccoli & cranberry salad, watermelon. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Aug. 26 Sliced turkey & cheddar cheese, sandwich thin, coleslaw, dried plums. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is Tuesday, Aug. 27 Chicken pasta salad, beet & onion salad, club crackers, applejsauce. Wednesday, Aug. 28 Chef salad, macaroni salad, cantaloupe. Thursday, Aug. 29 Egg salad, sandwich thin, black bean salad, applesauce. Friday, Aug; 30 /Southwestern C hicken salad, Southwestern pasta salad; salad diced peaches, oatmeal cranberry cookie. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Aug. 26 Baked chicken w/ mushroom gravy, buttered noodles, carrots, Italian blend vegetables, apple. Tuesday, Aug. 27 Macaroni & cheese, Brussels sprouts, black beans & com, orange. Wednesday, Aug. 28 Hamburger, com, broccoli, bun, banana. Thursday, Aug. 29 Alaskan stuffed salmon w/ dill sauce, peas, sweet potatoes, pear. Friday, Aug. 30 Oven roasted chicken thigh, mixed vegetables, spinach, mixed fruit cup. Activities Calendar Monday, Aug. 26 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Doug Acker Music 10:30 a.m.; Painting Group 1 p.m. Delton: Walking 11 am.-l p.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. H.WJV Reminiscence. Tuesday, Aug. 27 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Train Your Brain 1 p.m.. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 28 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Euchre 12:30|2:30 p.m. Woodland: .Card Games. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m.; August Birthdays; Reminiscence. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 29 - Hastings: Line Dancing 9: 30 a.m. Delton: Puzzles/ Trivia; Walking 11 a,m.-l p.m. Nashville: TV Time; Dominoes 11 a.m.. Friday, Aug. 30 Hastings: Exercise 9 am.; Bingo 9:30 a.m.; Iron Rails 10: 30 a.m. Woodland: Gard Games 11 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ Pixel art for teens at Putnam library Local history room open Thursday Students in grades seven through 12 are invited to create pixel art with Perler beads, at Putnam District Library from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 28. Perler beads are small plastic tubular beads that can be fused together usim^an iron to creatgga permAnefp; image. Library staffwill supply various peg boards and templates featuring favorite characters, interests and other designs.' Participants can follow a provided pat­ tern, research an idea online, or come up with patterns of their own. All supplies and assistance will be provided. People of all ages are invited to take a trip into his­ tory by visiting the library’s local history room from 5 to 7 p.m. Aug. 29; Visitors are welcome to explore upstairs and view the. artifacts and documents. The upstairs can also be an alternative area for those looking for a work space, reading nook, knitting spot or other space. This area is not handicap accessible. Putnam District Library will not be open from Aug. 31 to Sept. 2, in recognition of the Labor Day Weekend. The library will open again at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 3. Anyone with questions about the events scheduled above may call the library, 517-852-9723, or email Sydney Khouri, the assistant director of programming, skhouri @ putnamlib .org. 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During the summer she has been ab to spend more time looking towards the long term ch lenges and goals for the distr ct, though the return of the school year has had its own set of tasks. “There’s just not enough hours in the day,” Bertolini said. As of Thursday, Maple Valley has hired 13 new teachers, two paraprofes­ sionals, and is in the process of hiring one more teacher to fill vacancies. “We are wrapping up our hiring for the year and hav­ ing all our classrooms staffed by highly qualified and certi­ fied teachers,” Bertolini said. “Given the national shortage of teachers coming into the profession, this is a fine place to be.” The district has had many long-time staff retire or resign since the end of the last school year, including Mary Lesage, Janet Adams, Robb Rosin and band direc­ tor Dennis Vanderhoef. Maple Valley’s new band director is Grand Valley State University graduate Anna Petrenko. A piano player since she was 7 years old, Petrenko won some local competitions, but decided to stick with the saxophone to keep her on track to become a band director. She put on several recitals as a student at Grand Valley, performed at multiple conferences, and won the university’s solo concerto competition in 2016. That win opened the door for Petrenko to perform with GVSU’s top wind ensemble as a feature soloist on soprano saxophone. She travelled across Michigan and the United States with Grand Valley’s New Music Ensemble. She said she wants to encourage her students to enjoy music as much as she did. Already, she has found in Maple Valley the commu­ nity and sense kinship she was seeking. “I think there’s a lot to say about how welcome this school made me feel, and I was very drawn to it from the start because of that,” Petrenko said. “I’m excited to learn about the traditions here and hopefully start some of my own, as well.” Amidst all the hiring of new staff the school has also created a new position to promote from within - the ascending principal. “The goal of the program is to develop leadership internal to Maple Valley,” Bertolini said. The position is comparable to an assistant principal role, but with men­ toring and development focus on the whole child for students and adults to learn trade skills, starting experience. “We really want to know with its first class for aspir­ electricians. our students notjust as learn­ ing ers but as the whole people Unfortunately, the program that they are,” Bertolini said. sputtered out after its first She also had some Maple semester, and was in limbo Valley teachers trained to before the superintendent become trainers themselves search process had even for professional development started. Bertolini said she wants to this year. “I believe in tapping into focus on skilled trades at the faculty we already have,” Maple Valley, and pointed out there is a huge market Bertolini said. Another goal for Bertolini with jobs that pay well, have is giving students practical, good benefits and low cost in informational and financial student loans. But she wants skills for a technological age. make sure it is sustainable, She pointed towards thinking so the same thing does not maps, an initiative that Maple happen again. “I want to resurrect it, but Valley staff started learning about a few months before it may not look exactly the Bertolini started, but has her same,” Bertolini said. “We excited. The maps give stu­ need to build our capacity to dents a way put their thoughts keep the program running down on paper, in a diagram long term.” The school is reintroduc­ or chart, as a way to break down complex ideas. They ing a building and trades encourage kids to be meta- class this year, and Bertolini cognitive, which is to think said she is encouraged in the about how they think, and school’s ability to obtain the important part is it will grants and funding to expand implemented from kinder- skilled trades because of the garten through 12^ grade, focus on the issue at a state Dr. Katherine Bertolini starts her first full year at Maple which will allow students to level. Valley Schools. When the board of educa­ build on what they’ve tion was interviewing super­ learned. “It’s not about teaching intendent candidates, one of which will allow the staff turn in the form for free and member to gain experience reduced numbers. Sydloski kids what to think,” Bertolini the biggest challenges facing in curriculum, staff develop­ suspects the financials are said. “Fact-based teaching is the school district, board ment, communication and not actually that much differ­ kind of going the way of the members said, is staff reten­ responsibility over a build­ ent, since they often have the dinosaur, because kids can tion. The school does not ing. The goal of the program same families at both Google anything and have have the budget to give is to put people in a position schools, but there may be the facts in less than a sec­ teachers the raises many where they will be able to more of a stigma for older ond. But what we really need board members feel they run a building themselves, students, which leads them to teach kids for 21st century deserve, and many staff though Bertolini said it is not not to report for free and learning skills is how to members have left for larger reduced numbers. He added think.” districts in the Lansing and a guarantee they will do so. In the long term, one of Grand Rapids areas. Trent Harvey, who has Bertolini is working on ways Bertolini acknowledged been a dean of students and to encourage older students Maple Valley’s biggest chal­ social and emotional support who qualify to complete the lenges is tackling declining the school’s ability to address coach at the elementary form to receive free and enrollment. The school is the issue is limited. The level, has been selected as reduced lunch. projecting a 37 student drop school cannot control how the first ascending principal. The year also brings a for the next school year, much state funding it Because Cindy Trebian is change for Bertolini, who down to 940 students. receives, and with a declin­ principal ofboth Fuller Street moved to Nashville near the Bertolini acknowledged ing student enrollment which Elementary and Maplewood, end of the last school year, the issue is geographic, and determines its level of state she has had to move between and now calls Maple Valley many of the schools in the funding, it’s difficult for buildings. Now whichever home. area are losing students. She rural schools to compete school Trebian is at, Harvey “I just found the perfect believes the school district with larger districts. will be at the other, so there place, I found my home, it needs to be part of a continu­ Therefore, Bertolini believes is always someone for the suited me really well,” um with government at the the school needs to come up staffto go to with any issues. Bertolini said, noting her city, county and state level to with outside of the box solu­ The plan is for them to alter­ commute was cut down from come up with solutions such tions. nate schools every day, 45 minutes to six. “I’m really as affordable housing and “What we can work to Harvey said. thrilled to be a local.” hi-speed internet infrastruc­ control is the culture and the “It’s very challenging for After working in a much ture. climate and the professional­ the teachers to not have larger school district as a The most effective part ism we create,” Bertolini access to someone all the teacher, it was important to Maple Valley can play is to said. “I’m hoping to build a time, to support them when Bertolini to find a small dis­ promote the strengths it has, support system for our teach­ they have questions or con­ trict as a superintendent, Bertolini said. ers to really make it the best cerns, or they need some­ because she wants to be be “I think everything Maple place in the world to teach thing,” Bertolini said. able to build relationships. Valley is doing and the direc­ and stay, in the long term.” Another change for Maple “The valley is exactly the tion we’re going is so good One ofher biggest ideas is Valley this year is the cost of place all my research told me that I’m hopeful if we can to create a teacher founda­ school lunches - they will be it was,” Bertolini said. promote it in the right way tion, to create ways to incen­ free for students all students “People here really are warm and find ways to reach out to tivize teachers to stay in the at Fuller Street Elementary and extend themselves to people, we can reverse that district, outside of salary and Maplewood School, know you, and that’s what I downward trend, and bring alone. It’s still in the brain­ which is kindergarten think extends to make a real­ folks back in the district,” storming phase, but Bertolini through sixth grade. The free ly strong fabric for us to Bertolini said. has been talking with staff lunches are due to the make our quilt out of as a Aspects such as growing and working with the Barry Community Eligibility district.” the Little Lions program and Community Foundation to Provision. Once a certain Between leaving her role improving vocational educa­ find out how a foundation percentage of students at the as a principal at Mason tion are part ofthat initiative. could best work for Maple schools qualify for free and Summit High School in 2007 If Little Lions can bring in Valley. reduced lunches, the school and becoming Maple Valley families with young children, Bertolini said she is learn­ becomes able to offer free superintendent this year, they may want to stay in the ing from the model of the lunches to all students at no Bertolini was a university district, Bertolini said. Little Maple Valley Memorial cost to the district. The per­ professor and consultant in Lions is starting a new pro­ Scholarship Fund, but wants centage of students at Fuller North and South Dakota. gram this year, Early to ensure she does not take Street Elementary who qual­ Special anything away from the While a professor at South Childhood ify is 54.4 percent, and the Dakota State University, Education, and will open up fundraising already being percentage of Maplewood much of Bertolini’s work space for more students. done. But she said if the students is 49.6 percent. was on educating teachers, “I would love to grow that foundation can get one or Finance Director Darryl and aspects such as profes­ program, but again, that’s two large cornerstone foun­ Sydloski believes the junior sional development. For the promotion,” Bertolini said. dations and build on it with and senior high school could first year of professional In the winter of 2018 the gifts like estate donations, also be a fit for the program, development at Maple school started the MV Works the school can create a sus­ but said fewer students there Valley, Bertolini wants to program, which was a way tainable support system for its staff. Some possible methods the foundation could use to help teachers who have been at Maple Valley for a number of years is to assist them in paying back their student loans. She pointed out that teachers have to continually educate themselves to keep their certifications, which can be expensive. It also could be used to help teachers who move into the district with mortgage payments. Or the school may discount the cost of Little Lions for the children of teachers. “If you live in the district, you work in the district, you raise your children in the district, you tend to stay in the district,” Bertolini said. “A lot of this comes from my work at university, because that’s where I fig­ ured out that you can only do so much with state funding,” Bertolini said. While work­ ing as a school consultant and education professor, she gained experience from looking at school districts from the outside, and gained a “big picture” view of edu­ cation. Going from K-12 educa­ tion, to working on education at the university level, then becoming a superintendent has given her a different per­ spective that has helped her think outside the box, Bertolini said. “Had I not had almost 19 years in K-12 before I became a professor, I don’t think I’d be good at this job,” she said. Bertolini encourages com­ munity members to give her feedback: She can be reached at kbertolini@mvs.kl2.mi. us. She also encourages peo­ ple to talk to the teachers and staff in the community they already know, because she is always talking to them about what can be done. “It’s always a family, stu­ dent, teacher partnership — and we want to take care of all our stakeholders in the valley,” Bertolini said. New teachers at Maple Valley include Courtney Burgess, high school social science; Jackilyn Schneider, Maplewood social studies; Tanett Hodge, fifth grade English; Andrew Peabody, third grade; Cassey Tien, high school English; Andrew Barna, high school Spanish; Randall Brinker, high school special education; Meghan Glefke, second grade; Patrice Braun sixth grade English; Jim Farrington, sixth grade math; Kristen Benedict, high school and elementary spe­ cial education; Kelsie Taylor, kindergarten; and Ashley Morawski and Becky Gannon, paraprofessionals. Call any time lor Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-899-870-7995 �Lions have a couple of state’s best on the slate Brett Bremer Sports Editors The Maple Valley Lions will see their 8-player skills and schemes tested quickly this fall. The first season of varsity 8-player football at Maple Valley opens with the Lions hosting Colon Sept. 6. Colon reached the state semifinals of the state’s Division 1 8-player tournament a year ago. Three weeks late, the Lions (Sept. 27) the Lions take the long bus ride to Onekema to take on the Division 2 state runners-up from 2018. “Our goal is to compete at 8 man football against teams with a lot more experience and upperclassmen then we have,” Maple Valley head coach Marty Martin said in the lead-up to his fifth season leading the Lions’ football program. “It is our hope to finish the season with a win­ ning record and for under­ classmen to gain valuable experience in order to build upon this season.” He has a lot of underclass­ men on the varsity roster this fall. His team ofjust over 20 student-athletes includes a dozen sophomores and fresh­ men. The returning group of ballplayers from last year’s 11-player team that earned a spot in the state playoffs includes junior captains Hunter Bassett, Blaze Sensiba and Hugheston Heckathom. Heckathom was one ofthe Lions’ top running backs a season ago, and will return to that spot and a line­ backer position. Bassett is back at the tight end/tackle position on offense, while Sensiba is taking over the quarterback spot offensively while filling a linebacker position as well. Heckathom is still work­ ing his way into form after suffering an injury during basketball season last winter. That leaves the Lions espe­ cially thin in terms of experi­ ence at the offensive skill positions. Sensiba was an 8-player quarterback on the JV level last year for the Lions before adding depth to the varsity late in the sea­ son .u The 2019 Maple Valley varsity football team. Also returning are senior nose guard Colton Gibson, junior offensive lineman David Hosack-Frizzell and sophomore center Travis Mater. Coach Martin likes his players’ attitude so far, and their willingness to learn and be coached. This will be a new experi­ ence for Maple Valley foot­ ball and as a coach I am proud ofhow our young men are embracing this opportu­ nity,” Martin said. “Although we are to big as a school to qualify for the state playoffs, our kids will make the com­ munity of Maple Valley proud of their efforts on the field.” The Lions are finding other things to play for a swell. Maple Valley is renew­ ing a rivalry with Bellevue with the Battle for the Little Brown Jug as a little extra incentive. Martin said the trophy tradition with the Broncos dates back to the 1940s contests between Bellevue and Nashville High Schools. The Lions and Broncos close out the season Oct. 25 in Bellevue. Lion soccer plans to start attack with seniors 1 id. ■ I ■jutatjto -- f sii&Mffit 33 I I taftMii •itt ■HE initMui ■IB iiittun^to Si i sx mtessh i os nititaito ■a wnta. :SK 11X 1 ini itrsaiaaE’^ .Ml Brett Bremer more than capable. Having Sports Editor that experience, those are the The Lions are going to types of things that will help start with their experience up other guys.” front and see how things go. There are 18 guys out for Maple Valley’s varsity the team this fall, and 13 of boys’ soccer team has four them are freshmen and soph­ seniors on the roster this fall omores. The team has the who have been a part of the four seniors and just one varsity roster in all four of junior. The group is led by their high school seasons. sophomore Owen Bailey, The group is led by Eli who played good minutes as Nelson, who will split time a freshman, as did Duncan between forward and the Seume. Coach Roush sees center midfield. his returning sophomores “He is kind oflike the glue being much more comfort­ guy,” Lion head coach Andy able on the field as a whole Roush said. through the first few days of Garrett Pearson, Devin practice. “It’s exciting, because it is Thompson and Logan Boldrey round out the four­ a lot of young faces, which some. Pearson and Thompson means the future looks will both play in a forward good,” Roush said. “We have spot, and coach Roush was good leadership too with planning to surprise Pearson those four who are coming by suggesting that he spend back. What will be instilled time as a goalkeeper as well. in the freshmen and sopho­ Boldrey will likely fill an more classes will be good stuffthat we can build upon.” outside midfield spot. The Liorts have built a 1-2 “Any time you have some speed and some experience record so far this season. up front, it helps,” Roush Olivet scored a 4-2 non-consaid. “All those guys, over ference win over the Lions to their four years, I have open the season and the Conference season started played them at just about Lions bounced back with an for the Lions Wednesday every line. Ifholes to appear, 8-0 win over Potterville. The with an 8-0 loss to visiting they do need to shift, they are Greater Lansing Activities Leslie. The 2019 Maple Valley varsity boys’ soccer team. Coach Roush said he expects Leslie and Lakewood to challenge Lansing Christian for the top spot in the conference this season. The Lions are back in action Monday at home against Bath and then return to league play at home against Perry Wednesday. These local businesses help provide coverage of varsity sports in this paper. 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Neither horse was vaccinated against EEE, and both animals have died. An EEE vaccine is available for horses, but not for people. LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE Default has been made In the conditions of a mortgage made by Lori Ann Dussia, an unmarried woman, to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated November 2, 2005 and recorded December 13, 2005 in Instrument Number 1157602 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-R11, by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-One Thousand Four Hundred Twenty-Seven and 6/100 Dollars ($141,427.06), including interest at 2.00003% 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 gg p a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vend,ue at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on SEPTEMBER 5, 2019. Said premises are located in the Township of Prairieville, Barry County Michigan, and are described as: Lot 17, Shady Heights, Prairieville Township, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 37, Barry County Records. 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. 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. Dated: August 3,2019 File No. 19-006982 Firm Name: Orlans PC (08-03)(08-24) “These equine deaths indi­ cate that EEE virus activity is increasing and provides warning that human cases could also occur,” said Dr. Joneigh Khaldun, MDHHS chief medical executive and chief deputy director for health. “Michigan residents are urged to take precautions and protect themselves from mosquito bites.” The southwestern region of the state has experienced outbreaks of this mosqui­ to-borne disease in horses and humans in the past, with the most recent outbreaks occurring in the early 1980s, mid-1990s and 2010. EEE is one of the most dangerous mosquito-bome diseases in the U.S., with a 33 percent fatality rate among humans who become ill and a 90 per­ cent fatality rate among hors­ es that become ill. People can be infected with EEE from the bite of a mosquito carrying the virus. The disease is not spread by horse-to-horse or horse-tohuman contact. In humans, signs of EEE include the sudden onset of fever, chills, body and joint aches. EEE infection can develop into severe encepha­ litis, resulting in headache, disorientation, tremors, sei­ zures and paralysis. Permanent brain damage, coma and death may occur in some cases. Residents can stay healthy by following steps to avoid mosquito bites: -Apply insect repellents that contain the active ingredient DEET, or other U.S. Environmental Environmental Protection Agency-approved product to exposed skin or clothing, and Continued from previous page full team roster this year, but it looks to be one of the strongest in recent seasons, despite them being young. “The three freshmen run­ ners all have the experience ofmiddle school competition to bring to the team.” Ashton Ripley. Trevor Duffey, a senior, is also look­ ing to score for the varsity team each meet. With that line-up the Lions have some talent, but not much depth. “We just make a full team, injuries or other school obli­ gations could negatively affect the team,” Blakely said. “The team is excited this year to accomplish goals this year. They would like to fin­ ish their highest yet in the GLAC and Barry County. Along with that individual goals of all-conference, all-county, and possibly looking to qualify for the State Finals.” Benedict was honorable mention all-conference last year. Walker earned a second team All-Barry County posi- tion. The GLAC should be tough at the top again. Olivet graduated a fast group of seniors, but is looking to reload. Stockbridge and Leslie have strong groups returning as well. The opening GLAC jam­ boree of the season will be held at Turkeyville in Marshall Sept. 17. Maple Valley begins the season at the Laingsburg Early Burg Invitational Aug. 27. The Lions don’t have a home meet planned for this season. Business Services Farm Pets BUYING ALL HARD­ WOODS: Walnut, White Oak, Tulip Poplar. Call for pricing. Will buy single Walnut trees. Insured, liability & workman's comp. Fetterley Logging, (269)818-7793. PURE BREED ANGUS. One 2 year Bull, $3,200.00. 16 month old bull, $2,700.00. 3 Cow/Calf pairs. Canfield Angus Farms. 616-340-8072. GOLDENDOODLE PUP­ PIES- Standard size $400.00; Mini Goldendoodles $1,000. 517-852-1945. GUTTER LEAF GUARD: We install several styles of leaf protection for your gutter & downspout system, one for every problem & budget. Before you sign a high priced contract with the big city firms, get a price from us. We've served this area since 1959. BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING -Talking to a veterinarian (269)945-0004. about vaccinating horses BLEAM EAVESTROUGHagainst the disease. -Using fans in bams and ING SEAMLESS gutter. 50 bringing horses indoors from colors, free estimates. Since early evening until after sun­ 1959 (269)945-0004. www.bleameaves.com rise when mosquitoes are most prevalent. -Using an approved insect repellant on the animals. - Contacting a veterinarian if an animal shows signs of illness. For more information about mosquito-borne dis­ eases, visit Michigan.gov/ emergingdiseases. CRAFT, ANTIQUE & FLEA MARKET SHOW at Barry Expo Center, Hastings. Sat­ urday, Sept. 7th. 10am-7pm. Sunday, Sept 8th, 10am-5pm. Vendor spots still available. Call Jay 517-980-0468._____ always follow the manufac­ turer’s directions for use. -Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants when outdoors. Apply insect repellent to clothing to help prevent bites. -Maintain window and door screening to help keep mosquitoes outside. -Empty water from mos­ quito breeding sites around the home, such as buckets, unused kiddie pools, old tires or similar sites where mos­ quitoes may lay eggs. - Use nets and/or fans over outdoor eating areas. Additionally, West Nile Virus activity in Michigan has increased. Health offi­ cials have identified eight infected birds and 12 positive mosquito pools in the Lower Peninsula. Mosquito-bome illness will continue to be a risk in Michigan until late fall when nighttime tempera­ tures consistently fall below freezing. 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August 24. 2019 Conservation district urges invasive species awareness Rebecca Pierce Editor Thirty-nine right-of-way sites throughout Barry County are host to invasive species. Sarah Nelson, executive director of the Barry Conservation District, informed county commis­ sioners of the issue Tuesday spread thickly, crow ding out native plants. They can destroy wet­ lands, increase fire risk, block lakefront views and cause property values to plummet, she said. Nelson showed before and after photos of the impact of phragmites on lakefront property. Japanese knotweed is another invasive species she identified; a species so tough it can withstand volcanic lava flow. The plant can IMU |J?*in\tidc.struciures. sometimes forcing demolition of hous­ es. It is difficult to stop the spread, she said, since cut­ ting, mowing, burning, dig­ ging and using chemicals with glyphosate will not deter its spread. 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Although the list of inva­ sive species is Jong - with 32 widespread in Lower Michigan and 31 are defined • • • • as emerging threats - Nel son focused on two in Barry "County: Phragmites and Japanese knotweed. Phragmites are a common reed introduced on the East Coast in the 1700s. Its dense, fluffy seed heads are purple in the spring and turn straw color with age. They grow to be more than 15 feet tall and Sarah Nelson, executive director of the Barry Conservation District, dis­ cusses invasive species with Barry County commis­ sioners Tuesday. (Photo by Rebecca Pierce) protection. In other business, the board: • Unanimously approved a resolution supporting ThomapplejManor’s expIo ration oftheaddition ofitldependent and assisted living units as well as- adult day care services. • Reminded that there will be no county board meeting Tuesday. The meeting will take place at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21, due to the Michigan Association of Counties Conference next week. • Approved paying the $2,260 cost of. a trip te.the White House for Chairwoman Heather Wing and Commissioner Ben Geiger. • Heard compliments from Judge Michael Schipper, who stopped by to praise the performance of Kerri Selleck in her work as the county’s chief public defender. She is making a major difference in county’s indigent defense program, he said. Heard from Sheriff Dar Leaf who said a Middleville woman complained of nwwiinr a call from some­ one who identified himself as affprocess server for the sheriff’s department. The caller had demanded that she pay money or face arrest. The woman immediately called the sheriff’s depart­ ment to report it. Leaf said the call was a scam. Any call like this should be reported to the sheriff's department, he said. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! 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The Maple Valley varsity volleyball team took the title Friday (Aug. 23) at the West Michigan Volleyball Officials Association Tournament at MVP SpOrtsplex in Grand Rapids. Maple Valley knocked off Lansing Christian 25-11, 25-13 in the championship match, a preview of a future battle between two of the top teams in the Greater Lansing Activities Conference. It has been a steady climb up the standings at the annual tournament for the Lions, who; placed third two years ago and took the runner-up spot in 2018. “This program has improved year over year,” Lion head coach Sarah Carpenter said. The team improved as the day went on. The Lions opened play with a25-7, 25-11 win over Holland Black River, but then suf­ fered a 25-20, 26-24 loss to Rivertown Christian. Those were the only two sets the Lions would lose all day. “We lost in pool play when we never should have, this was a wake up call for the girls,” Carpenter said. “We spoke about digging deeper and understanding wins aren’t handed to them, they have to work harder.” Coach Carpenter said her team rallied from that point on. The Lions bested Cavalry Midland 25-10, 25-13, Bangor 25-23, 27-25, and Grand River Prep 25-18, 25-11 to reach the tourna­ ment championship match against the Pilgrims. “Before the tournament I told the girls anything other than the championship will be disappointing. This is our year,” Carpenter said. Junior outside hitter Keilyn Carpenter blasted 59 kills throughout the day for the Lions. Carli Deo added 18 and Ashlyn Wilkes 12 in her first varsity volleyball competition. Wilkes also added two blocks. The Maple Valley varsity volleyball team celebrates its championship at the first Setter Trista Medina puttournament of the season Friday in Grand Rapids, the WMVOA Tournament at MVP See RIVAL, page 3 Sportsplex. The Maple Valley girls knocked off Greater Lansing Activities Conference foe Lansing Christian in the day’s championship match. Board votes to provide funding to repair Pease Road Jessica Courtright Staff Writer The Vermontville Township Board Thursday approved a request from the Eaton County Road Commission to provide half of the funding to repair a section of Pease Road. The board voted unanimously to pay $9,100 toward the project cost, with the Road Commission to pay the other $9,100. Prior to the vote, board members discussed that sec­ tion ofroad and what a prob­ lem it has become. “Every time we get a heavy rain that section of road washes out,” Village Clerk Rita Miller said. Two other members ofthe board said that section of ee REPAIR, page 3 Maple Grove to receive feedback on marijuana Taylor Owens input on possible ordinances Staff Writer for or against both medical The Maple Grove and recreational grow opera­ Township Board is hosting a tions and retail. public hearing on medical “We’re not going to be and recreational marijuana there to debate the pros and laws at the township hall at 8 cons of marijuana,” Butler p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4. said, adding that he is not Township Supervisor Jeff sold on the idea that there is Butler said the board received any real benefit to the com­ a request to pass an ordinance munity in having marijuana allowing medical marijuana facilities. facilities early this year, but The board plans to write an the board unanimously voted ordinance to opt in or out of against it. allowing recreational mari­ The board has received juana at its October meeting. another request for recre­ A regular township meet­ ational marijuana facilities, ing will precede the public and is looking for public hearing at 7 p.m. After a delay of nearly a months .wp^roa4bft.M-66Sridge over Quaker Brook in Nashville was scheduled to wrap up Friday Aug. 30. Director of public works Scott Decker has been in contact with the Michigan Department of Transportation who is over­ seeing the project, and he said there may be single lane closures as they finish work. (Photos by Taylor Owens) In This Issue M-66 bridge work wrapping up The total bridge replacement was scheduled to be ready for traffic Aug. 1, in time for the sesquicentennial celebration, but rain, contaminated soil and unexpected con­ struction issues caused the project’s delay until Aug. 30. • County board chairwoman accepts teaching position • Vermontville Lions Club sets up skilled trades scholarship • Lion C.C. program adds pair of ladies for first race • Lion soccer squad squeaks out one goal-win over Ramblers �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, August 31,2019 T£ACHfR HAWtf Tanett Hodge - fifth grade Maple Valley has several new staff members who will be featured in upcoming issues. Featured this week is fifth grade English teacher Tanett Hodge. An experienced edu­ cator who is returning to Maple Valley, after spending some time writing for J-Ad Graphics, including the Maple Valley News. Where did you go to school? Mishawaka High School and Elkhart Memorial High School in Indiana. Where did you teach previously? Crystal Lake Ill., and Maple Valley for two years. What is your passion as an educator? Connecting learning to life. I love to Tanett Hodge make learning exciting and life-applicable. Tell us a bit about you and your family. I have been married for 28 years to my husband, Jeff, and we have one grown daughter. She lives in town and is the JV volleyball coach at Maple Valley. My mother-in-law lives with us, and we have a dog and a cat. I have one brother who lives in Indiana. What’s it like working in the district? Well the first couple weeks have been a whirlwind, but everyone is positive and wants the best for the students. I feel we have great staff (my co-work­ ers) and administrators who know what they are doing. What’s the most import­ ant lesson you want your students to learn? Your atti­ tude determines your direc­ tion. It’s a small thing that makes a big difference. I want these students to know they can make great things happen in their lives if they believe they can and put the work into it. Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events potato wedges, bun, fruited jello. Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Sept. 2 All Sites Closed. Happy Labor Day. No Meal Delivery. Tuesday, Sept. 3 ' Chicken fritters, potato salad, mixed vegetables, apple. Wednesday, Sept. 4 Hot dog, tator tots, seasoned green beans, bun, orange. Thursday, Sept. 5 Swiss steak, mashed potatoes & gravy, sauteed spinach, combread, cantaloupe. Friday, Sept. 6 Sloppy Jo, coleslaw, Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Sept. 2 All Sites Closed. Happy Labor Day. No Meal Delivery. Tuesday, Sept. 3 Turkey pasta salad, grape tomatoes, diced peaches, Goldfish Graham. Wednesday, Sept. 4 Asian chicken salad (nuts), macaroni salad, fruited jello. Thursday, Sept. 5 Chicken salad, sandwich thin, garbanzo bean salad, pineapple. Friday, Sept. 6 Taco salad, Mexican bean & rice salad, cantaloupe,, salsa. “Invite us In. We’ll bring RESULTS!” Sally Magoon, Associate Broker 269-986-5737 smagoonrealestate@gmail.com Weichert 111 N. Bostwick Avenue Charlotte, Ml 48813 Emerald Properties www.weichertemerald.com R E A L T O R S’ Fnrb o/Hr Mftya na* vtfr <><wdand tgumrd. Office: (517) 543-7363 Cool Looks \JcfiUu NASHVILLE ’ Hair • Nails T• aTnaninigng FALL INTO SAVINGS BUY 2 in-Stock Products or Tools Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Sept. 2 All Sites Closed. Happy Labor Day. No Meal Delivery. Tuesday, Sept. 3 Turkey meatloaf, mashed potatoes & gravy, mixed vegetables, applesauce. Wednesday, Sept. 4 Chicken tenders, roasted red potatoes, corn, banana. Thursday, Sept. 5 Swiss steak & gravy, buttered noodles, sauteed spinach, cauliflower, apple. Friday, Sept. 6 Lemon chicken, brown rice pilaf, glazed carrots, peas, orange. Activities Calendar Monday, Sept. 2 - COA Closed. Labor Day. Tuesday, Sept. 3 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Massage 10:30 a.mNoon; Train Your Brain 1 p.m.. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Woodland: Card Games. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 5 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Nashville: TV Time; Dominoes 11 a.m.. Friday, Sept. 6 - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 9:30 a.m.; Iron Rails 10:30 a.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. GET 1 FREE Antenna Me 207 N. Main St., Nashville • 517-852-0313 Digital TV Antennas Cell Phone Boosters 517.646.0439 For your convenience, please use back entrance TV ANTENNA 8 TOWER INSTALLATION, REHURi REMOVAL 'ww.theantennamen.coi heantenn County board chairwoman accepts teachingposition Rebecca Pierce Editor Barry County board chair­ woman Heather Wing made an announcement at the meeting Tuesday that sur­ prised a few in the room. “If you don’t know,” she said, “I have accepted a full­ time teaching position at Barry County Christian School. “I am excited for the opportunities it not only brings me to stretch a little; it will be an asset to my chil­ dren. They will be allowed to attend, as well.” Wing said school starts Sept. 3 when she will begin teaching social studies in grades 7-12 at the private school where her two daugh­ ters attend. She will miss the next Heather Wing county board meeting, she said, because she doesn’t want to miss the first day of school. “I will be in the Hastings area every day and in contact after school gets out,” she told fellow commissioners. Wing told the Banner later that school officials are will­ ing to work around her com­ missioner responsibilities. The only committee mem­ bership that may present a conflict with her teaching duties is the Michigan State University Extension Council, which meets quar­ terly, she noted. Wing isn’t certified as a teacher, but she home­ schooled her two daughters for five years and has experi­ ence as a substitute teacher. She has a bachelor’s degree from Saginaw Valley State University and a master’s degree from Central Michigan University. Equine encephalitis confirmed in Barry County Cases of mosquito-borne disease suspected in Michigan residents Michigan residents are being reminded by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to protect themselves from mosquito bites following the confirmation of one case of a mosquito-borne disease in a resident and three other possible cases in the state. Three cases of Eastern equine encephalitis are now suspected in residents from Kalamazoo and Berrien counties. In addition, a case of California encephalitis virus has been confirmed in a Genesee County resident. As ofAug. 26, six cases of EEE have been confirmed in horses in Barry, Kalamazoo and St. Joseph counties. None of the horses were vaccinated against EEE, and all animals have died.. An EEE vaccine is available for horses, but not for people. In addition, two deer in Barry and Cass counties have been diagnosed with EEE. “Mosquito-bome diseases can cause long-term health effects in people and even death,” said Dr. Mary Grace Stobierski, MDHHS state public health veterinarian and manager of the Zoonotic and Emerging Infectious Diseases Section. “These cases, along with confirmed cases in horses and deer in the state, stress the importance of taking precautions against mosquito bites.” EEE is one of the most dangerous mosquito-borne diseases in the United States, with a 33 percent fatality .rate in people who become ill and a 90 percent fatality rate in horses that become ill. People can be infected with EEE or California group encephalitis viruses from the bite of a mosquito carrying the viruses. Residents can stay healthy by applying insect repellents that contain DEET, wearing long-sleeved shirts and pants when outdoors, using window screens to keep mosquitoes out of the home, getting rid of standing water. Signs of EEE include the sudden onset of fever, chills, body and joint aches. Symptoms of California encephalitis virus include fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue and lethargy. Both diseases can develop into severe encephalitis, resulting in headache, disorientation, tremors, seizures and paralysis. Permanent brain damage, coma arid death may also occur in some cases. Additionally, West Nile Virus activity in Michigan has increased in wildlife and mosquito populations. Health officials have identified 18 positive mosquitp pools and eight infected .birds in the Lower Peninsula. No human cases ofWest Nile Virus have been reported. Mosquitobome illness will continue to be a risk in Michigan until late fall when nighttime temperatures consistently fall below freezing. More information about mosquito-borne diseases^ is available at Michigan.goV/ emergingdiseases,. - F Eollow Thej ; Maple Valtey/ News on" Facebook to keep up t© ; date until thfo new edition is printed! Maple Valley News published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com • Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & geo _____________________Hank Schuuring * cfo_______________ • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. Chris Silverman csilverman@j-adgraphics.com • NEWSROOM • Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com _ �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, August 31,2019 — Page 3 Grants available through BUGS Maple Valley BUGS has announced four new grants for the school and communi­ ty available this fall. Three ofthe grants, one for each school in Maple Valley, will be awarded to teachers or district staff. One commu­ nity grant is available to any organization or group in the Maple Valley School District. Each grant project can be up to $500. Those with matching funds from other sources also will be consid­ ered. “These grants help to serve the mission of BUGS Building Unlimited Growth and Sustainability,” BUGS member Amy Jo Parish said. “Basically, BUGS is here to facilitate the many wonderful and productive activities tak- ing place in the community. BUGS is about connecting the dots - of resources, peo­ ple, anything that is needed - to foster growth, creativity and success in Maple Valley. A link to apply for grants is available on the Maple Valley BUGS Facebook page. The deadline for applications is Sept. 30. Grants will be awarded Wednesday, Oct. 9. Applicants must include information about the impact the grant will have, who it will impact and how it will be implemented. A follow-up report on the grant will be required of each organization awarded a grant. Funds must be used within one year of disbursement. BUGS is part of the Barry Community Foundation. MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events September 2019 2 Office closed for Memorial Day 4 Teen Leader Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office 4 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, &:30 p.m., Extension Office 5 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center 7 Administrative Leaders Enrollment Meeting, 9 a.m., Community Foundation 8 50/50 Horse Show, 9 a.m., Expo Center 11 Teen Leaders Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office 15 Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center 16 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC 19 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center 23 Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., 911 Dispatch Building. REPAIR, continued from page 1 road is a “health and safety issue,” and expressed their concerns about the accessi­ bility of the road, and safety for school buses and emer­ gency vehicles. After deliberating and determining if the township does have the funds to cover the cost, the board voted unanimously to provide the funding for the project. The project includes bring­ ing in 1,500 cubic yards of gravel to rebuild the shoulder of the east side of the road. The repair would add a 30-foot extension to recon­ struct the road shoulder and include 10-foot lanes for traf­ fic. The cost would also include repairs to the large covert that is in poor shape under that section of road. The board also approved the purchase of a 150-foot long section of white vinyl fence from the Yoder family. The fence will cost the town­ ship $5,818.32. While the Yoder quote was Mike and Jill (Garlinger) Booher of Lake Odessa, Mich, not the least expensive of the are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on Sept. 6. three quotes they received, The couple were united in marriage at the United Methodist the board decided to go with the Yoder family because Church in Lake Odessa, Mich, on Sept. 6, 1969. Mike and Jill have two children, Kyle (Leslie) Booher of board members and the comCharlotte, Mich, and Erin (Mike) Lahr of Orlando, Fla. The munity were familiar with the couple has four grandchildren: Gavin and Alexis Booher, quality of their work and trusted them to do a good job. Gemma and Jack Lahr. Mike and Jill both retired from Maple Valley Public In other township busi­ Schools. They enjoy golfmg and spending their winters in ness: Ocala, Fla. Boohers to celebrate golden wedding anniversary Grace church hosting blood driveThursday Grace Community Church, 8950 E. 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DAVID POOLE, PASTOR Sunday School............................... 9:45 a.m. Nashville, Ml 49073 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. 301 Fuller St., Nashville Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 Sunday: ....................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Worship............................................ 9:15 a.m. 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................... 8:30 a.m (1/2 mile East ofM-66, We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. Sunday School .............. 10 A.M. Service.... ......... 11:15 P.M. Service.... ................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St Rose Catholic Church, Hastings (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville 9:45 a Sunday School . . . Mickey Cousino Worship Senrice 11 a Certified Lay Minister Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Phone 616-765-5322 Wed. Evening Sendee... 6:30 p.m. AWANA.............................. 630-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Children's Classes, Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, A.M. Service................................................... 11 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Leadership Training P.M. Service.................................................... 6 M-79 West PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Wed. Service.................................................. 7 Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Sunday Services: ........... 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer Common Prayer used for all senrices. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5 ml. south ofNashville) CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Sunday School............................. 11:00 a.m. 517-852-2043 8593 Cloverdale Road PASTOR A Spirit-filled Church Worship Service.......................... 9:45 a.m. Church Service PEGGY BAKER ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES 2415 McCann Road United Methodist Women: 517-588-8415 Sunday School.............................. 10:30 a.m. Phone (269) 963-7710 Located on the comer of State and Washington streets PASTOR KAREN KINNEY (517) 726-0258 10: 00 a.m and many other activities. ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Youth Groups, Bible Study Children’s Sunday School: 9.30 a.m. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Church Service...................................... 9 a.m. (Nursery Provided) 517-726-0526 Tuesday evening at the Carson City-Ciystal Quad. The Lions handled OvidElsie 25-8, 25-18 and fol­ lowed that up with a 25-6, 25-20 win over Greater Lansing Activities Conference foe Leslie. Keilyn Carpenter had 23 kills and four aces on the night. Deo added eight kills and four aces. Medina passed out 32 assists. Terpening had a team-high 13 digs and Keilyn added eight. NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads Keilyn a team-high 23 aces at the tournament. Terpening had 14 aces and Medina added 15. The Maple Valley girls scored two more wins on Charlotte Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Night Service................................ 6:45 p.m. Wednesday Evening: up 73 assists. The defensive effort was shared, with libero Josey Terpening recording 45 digs, Keilyn had 30, Medina 24, and Olivia Roush and Deo added 15 digs each. Lexi Booher had ten digs and Jillian Moore six. GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.......................................... 11 803 Reed St, Nashville RIVAL, continued from page 1 — noon to 5:45 p.m. Anyone who is at least 17 years old, weighs a minimum of 110 pounds, is in reasonably good health and has not donated blood in the past 56 days may be eligible. Donors may make an appointment to donate using the free American Red Cross Blood Donor App, by visiting RedCrossBlood.org/sportclips, or by calling 800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767). Sunday: Sunday School................................... 110 a.m. Local Church Schedule CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH The township board approved the reimbursement of Dave Jansma for his mile­ age for the travel he accrued while taking a class to become Instructor Coordinator for the township. The township agreed to repay Jansma for his mileage after he passed his class. The total amount reimbursed to Jansma, using the IRS mile­ age rate, was $1,559.39. Additionally, the fire and EMS departments agreed to split the cost of the $100 sti­ pend to be paid to Jansma for becoming the Instructor Coordinator for the village’s emergency services. Miller discussed how Vermontville is working on an agreement with the Eaton County Land Bank to help remove blight from neigh­ borhoods in the village. She explained that the work the land bank has done in other areas has proven to have a positive impact on property values. Before purchasing and installing the vinyl fence, the board agreed that trees along the area where the fence will be installed would need to be cut down. The committee will reach out to companies for quotes for that project and make a decision on the tree cutting service next month. 304 Phillips St., Nashville WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) A.M. Worship............. ......... 11 girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose P.M. Worship............. .......... 6 MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Wednesday Evening: Everyone Worship............................................................ 7 Phone: (517) 852-1783 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR RICH MITTERLING PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 517-652-1580 517-231-3434 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & is Someone Special." information call 1-269-731-5194. For Sunday School 9:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. .Worship 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. �Page 4 _ just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. August 31,2019 "County board plans strategy for August election Rebecca Pierce Editor Barry County commis­ sioners unanimously com­ mitted to a work plan to go to voters in August 2020 for a jail and Commission on Aging facility. They didn’t commit to exactly what they would ask for or what it might look like or how much it could cost, but they committed to a stra-tegic plan to develop the project and the question that will go on the ballot. In a unanimous vote, the board adopted the plan pre­ sented by Eric Hackman, senior project manager for TowerPinkster. In February, commissioners hired the Kalamazoo-based architect and engineering firm to facil- to a project, Hackman said. The groundwork for the proj­ ect will be accomplished over the next seven months. David Jackson, supported by Ben Geiger, made the motion to adopt the work plan for the August 2020 election. “The jail is the No. 1 pri­ ority of this county and has been for a long time,” Geiger said. “After decades of wait­ ing, we now have in front of us a plan — and light at the end of the tunnel ... If this board leads by listening, and adopts this plan, we can make sure our rickety oldjail days are numbered.” Hackman said their plan­ ning assessment is complete and, in September, they will have visioning sessions with board members, COA lead­ :x: : ership and the sheriff. Eric Hackman, from TowerPinkster, unveiled a work From October to April 2020, an advisory committee plan with the goal of an August 2020 election on the jail of two br three board mem­ and Commission on Aging: (Photo by Rebecca Pierce) bers, county administration and the sheriff could meet as then. A third community dia­ meeting, during public com­ needed to discuss options logue will take place the first ment, Sharon Zebrowski, a and progress and make a rec­ week in March 2020, fol­ member of the COA board, ommendation to the county lowed by a formal recom-. addressed commissioners: board, he said. But this mendation to the board “The COA and the COA March 24, when a final proj­ board are being steamrolled. would be optional. The key, he said, is com­ ect description and budget We are at the end ofthe proj­ ect in which, apparently, we munity dialogue that will will be provided. Ballot language with the have no say.” need to occur in the last week So, when the commission­ of October. TowerPinkster final project description will will facilitate a discussion be ready for the board’s con­ ers come to the„COAlater to then, he said. Another com­ sideration April 14, with that seek support for the project, munity dialogue will occur information submitted to the “you’re going to bonder first week of December, fol­ county clerk April 17, 2020, why we’re balking at this,” lowed by a board update for inclusion on the ballot. she said. “The COA is a gov­ Dec. 10,2019. A community A citizens’ committee will erning board. We have a survey would be optional. promote the project from director. They should be In January and February April to August. The election included.” . * 2020, the TowerPinkster is Aug. 4. team will refine the options Hackman said the actual In other action, the board: based on the input gathered designs for a building would • Appointed Stacey up to that point. Cost impli­ follow community conversa­ Graham and James Alden to cations will be identified tions and a successful elec­ serve on the zoning board of tion. appeals. “If you were to jump • Approved amending the ahead with all that [design] Barry County Solid Waste information, you can shoot Management Plan and resi­ yourselfin the foot,” he said. dency requirements for Barry Chairwoman Heather County Solid Waste Wing said, “Ifwe can identi­ Oversight Committee mem­ fy what our community bers and expanding member­ needs or wants, it’ll be easier ship in the committee. for us in the long run.” • Approved letters of sup­ New technologies change many things. But not When Wing was asked port for applications by MEI after the meeting about the and Michwave seeking funds everything. You may tweet, blog, surf, shop, or use of taxpayer money to from the state to explore search online but you continue to read your free mount a millage campaign, improvements for enhanced community newspaper. You just proved that. she said the county board is broadband access and perfor­ paying TowerPinkster to mance in the county. Readership of free community newspapers “help guide us through this • Approved Community is now higher that paid daily papers and process...... I don’t believe Development Block Grant we’re pushing an issue; Program Income Emergency­ continues to grow. Rather than being replaced we’re exploring an issue. Repair Guidelines. by “instant” media, your local free community “He gave us a plan of • Heard Sheriff Dar Leaf’s newspaper has become an important part of work. If we decide it’s not 2018 annual report. our neighborhood. right, we may need to kick it • Approved delegating the down the road a while lon­ consultant request for quote ger.” The reason, which sometimes is not heard process and management of The plan they adopted is a the EPA grant activities to because of all the noise about the Internet, is checklist. And, depending on the Barry County Brownfield pretty obvious: your free community newspaper what they hear from the Redevelopment Authority does what the Internet doesn’t We promote community, they may aban­ Board. connections at a local level. Free papers join don it entirely, she said. • Approved claims totaling readers and advertisers in ways digital media At the conclusion of the $84,773. itate the project at a cost not to exceed $70,000. Tuesday, Hackman pro­ vided the board with a pre­ liminary plan that outlines what they will be doing to facilitate the project and when it would be happening. The deadline is April 17 to get on the August 2020 bal­ lot, and that’s when commis­ sioners will have to commit Will the Internet kill your free community paper? Did instant coffee kill coffee? don’t In fact the local content and power ofyour free paper makes advertising even more effective. We are the number one medium for driving purchases. That’s important in every product category. Including coffee. Free Papers JL Working for You Call for Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, August 31,2019 — Page 5 Vermontville Lions Club sets up skilled trades scholarship More than 200 people attend the annual Vermontville Lions Club ice cream social Saturday. 48§ 35^ , ‘*®- "jit.W.; 4&S woodworking for 27 years. Many residents also knew him as the Vermontville Township supervisor, a posi­ tion which he held for 20 years. The Vermontville Lions Club collected $1,500 toward an annual scholarship in “Russ was involved in memory of member Russ Laverty, who died in April. Pictured Vermontville Lions Club everything,” Goris said. member Gary Goris, Laverty’s wife, Bonnie, and members Mike Visger and Gene Laverty served in just Fisher. (Photos by Taylor Owens) about every office of the Vermontville Lions Club chapter, attended state Lions Club conventions, spear­ headed the trunk-or-treat drive and connected resi­ dents with the club’s free glasses, Goris said. “He was a large part ofthe Lions Club,” Goris said. “And it was a large part of his life.” The club is carrying on the scholarship in Laverty’s memory and has set a goal to give out at least $500 each year to a student going into a skilled trades program. Though the scholarship will be given out every year, Goris said the ice cream social will continue to choose a different cause to donate to each year. FULL SERVICE S **s 13 w **a w PRINTING ■fcii fii tojUu tU fettlrti kjamto ’ k 1 to tataafr. us® (jtofilag atoit- piiinw ift <^toi ik to&ujWfe 01 to teK?£!5 Citai Ur Confy ifi k Utt- fari'jl®1 he? jjgj j&nilIC2 I ito »Tt^< BiHiW'*5 ^’s **j j£55 > la r^ ■ Taylor Carpenter and Hudson Carpenter get homemade ice cream at the Lions Club Social at the park in downtown Vermontville. Taylor Owens StaffWriter More than 200 people raised around $1,500 at the Vermontville Lions Club annual ice cream social in the village park Saturday afternoon. Lions Club members will go toward a scholarship select a different cause each the Lions Club is starting up year as the beneficiary of for Maple Valley students funds raised at the social. going into trades programs. Recipients often are local Gary Goris said fellow residents facing medical Lions Club member Russ needs or other unforeseen Laverty came up the idea for issues. Funds raised this year the scholarship last year. Laverty, who died in April, was one of Vermontville’s longest-serving members Several Properties | Low Reserves and a proponent of skilled By Order ofthe County Treasurer ofEaton County trades education, Goris said. 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[1989 note: This “dream” plan proposed 35 years ago has become reality within the past decade with the paving of the municipal parking lot and development of the RRDC ballfield and recre­ ational facilities.] Nashville’s Fuller Street athletic field was praised as the best lighted field in the Tri-C League in 1954. It is seen here under construction at a community work bee staged by local volunteers in early December 1948. Grading with farm tractors, these workers shaved thousands off the cost of the project, most of which was financed by individual contributions. A principal of another league school noted six years later that Nashville also handled football crowds the best. Attendance at some home games that year was close to 1,000. This column by the late Nazis were likely to use still is remembered by some Susan Hinckley was printed when they bombed the U.S., older residents as one of Len in the June 13, 1989, Maple and his information, as Feighner’s boys at The News Valley News. She wrote: For passed along from a special office. Al is way up in his 80’s the next few weeks we will meeting he had just attended take a look at somefavorite in Detroit, was quite terrify­ now, but still a grand person to know. We get a letter from “Backstreet Barometer” col­ ing. The reasoning at the time him once in a while and umns written by the late Donald F. Hinderliter, edi­ was that Germany was sure invariably he gets to remi­ tor-publisher of The to bomb American industrial niscing of the days when he Nashville Newsfrom 1941 to centers and that rural areas was a printer’s devil in The 1956. The following pieces anywhere close to such cen­ News office, and even further were excerptedfrom columns ters could figure to get a few back, when he was a young­ that appeared in 1954. bombs, too. A Nazi bomber, ster in Kalamo Township, attacked by fighter planes walking five miles into An electrician doing some over Detroit, might fly this Nashville to school every wiring in a home in Nashville way, jettison its bombs and day. Al was quite a cyclist,, too recently was surprised to find accidentally blow up the and used to get into some of six pails of sand neatly lined town ofNashville. up in the attic. Oh, said the Well, Nashville’s civil the bicycle races that were a lady of the house, that was a defense program was set up big attraction at Fourth of part of the civilian defense that night. Deputy Sheriff July celebrations and such program back in 1942, since Frank Caley was named events in Nashville and there’s still plenty of possi­ director and just about every Hastings. He did a lot of racbility of bombings, she’s able-bodied man in town ing on one of those bikes going to leave it right there, became either an air-raid with the great big wheel in just in case. warden, a firefighter or an front and the little wheel in Wonder how many in emergency policeman. All of back. Nashville ever got around to us were fingerprinted, taught And in spite of the bad stocking up on sand, as rec­ Red Cross lifesaving meth­ roads those days, he man­ ommended back in the early ods and drilled on the proper aged to ride his wheel back days of World War II. procedure during and after an and forth between Nashville Remember the first civil enemy attack. and Assyria long enough to defense meeting held in As we recall, there were court and marry the young Nashville, back in 1942? It two practice blackouts, lady who still is his loving was planned on short notice, during which the fire siren wife. and since there wasn’t time wailed eerily and one air-raid to announce it in The News, warden fell into an outside Poking through old issues we ran off a batch of hand­ cellarway and nearly wrecked of The News, we came across bills, and milkman Voyle himself. Then Nashville con­ an account published in Varney and Chester Calkins fidently settled down to await 1879, of the cutting down of distributed them around the worst. We rather suspect the biggest tree that ever town. there were some who were grew in these parts. The Glenn Bera, then Barry disappointed that it never Kalamo correspondent who County Sheriff, opened the came. submitted the item claimed meeting, in the school audi­ to know all about it, and he torium, and there was a sur­ A subscription renewal insisted it was the largest tree prisingly large attendance. from our good friends, ever found in the state. Undersheriff Leon “Tiny” George Place, in Cheboygan, It was a sycamore, he said, Doster talked at length on the reminds us that we have two and stood in Section 16 in various kinds of demolition faithful readers in that town. Kalamo Township. It mea­ and incendiary bombs the The other is Al Weber, who sured more than 16 feet in Public Hearing Notice Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at 8:00 p.m. (Following the Maple Grove Township meeting) 721 Durkee Street, Nashville, MI 49073 Maple Grove Township will conduct a Public Hearing and receive public comments related to marijuana licensing. Our friend, Joe Evans, who is honeymooning in Evansville, between sashays Continued next page LEGAL NOTICE Al Weber (left) was a printer’s devil at Len Feighner’s Nashville News office a century ago, but his avocation was cycling. He participated in bicycle races that were a SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN big attraction at local celebrations in that era. In later life, P.C., is attempting to collect a debt, any information obtained Weber became publisher of the Cheboygan Democrat will be used for thatt purpose. (although he was a staunch Republican) and in 1927 MORTGAGE SALE - Frances A Adkins, single woman, granted a was elected mayor of that city. His brother, Frank, also mortgage , tog Mortgage w , Electronic worked for Feighner and later published weeklies at two Registrations Systems,, Inc., Mortgagee, dated June 2, 2017, Michigan towns. The lad at right in this circa-1890 photo and recorded on June 5, 2017, is unidentified. in Document No. 2017-005610, and modified on July 11, 2018, diameter, four feet above the ground, and was hollow some distance up from the base of the trunk. A huge door had been cut in the trunk, and he stated that he had seen a man ride a horse, fully 16 hands high, through the opening, inside the hollow tree, turn around and ride back out. On New Year’s Day, 1841, he reported a group of men were gathered at Sam Herring’s tavern, and some­ how the idea of cutting down the tree was mentioned. Mrs. Herring announced she would provide a fine dinner for the choppers who would do the job and after a few more swigs from the jug, some half a dozen men got their axes and went at it. Our Kalamo correspon­ dent, whose name was not revealed, seemed to feel it was a deplorable deed, and we agree with him. He added NOTICE REGARDING SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING REGARDING PLANS TO OPT OUT OF RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA BUSINESS WITHIN THE TOWNSHIP LIMITS The Sunfield Township board will be discussing the signing of an ordinance to not allow Recreational Marijuana businesses within Sunfield Township. This meeting will be held at the township hall during the regular board meeting on September 9, 2019 at 6:30 PM. July 20, 2018, in that the huge hollow trunk recorded Document No. 2018-007045 lay there for a long time and anodc uamssein gned boy. said mo-rtgagee that there was plan to move to Nationstar Mortgage LLC Mr. Cooper, as assigned, the lower part to Marshall d/b/a Barry County Records, Michigan and use it for a store build­ on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date ing. the sum of One Hundred The mammoth section was hereof Four Thousand Four Hundred cut off and started on its way, Seventy-Five and 41/100 but was too wide for the Dollars ($104,475.41). Under power of sale contained in crude road and kept snagging the said morgage sa mortgage an and the e saue statute inn on the stumps. It was aban- such case made and provided, doned near the edge of notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a Kalamo Township. sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings Michigan, at 1:00 PM, on October 03, 03,, 2019. Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and areKenfields described2nd as: Addition Lot 3, Block of to the1 of Kenfield's 2nd Addition to the City of Hastings according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 37 of Barry County Records. The redemption period will be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless abandoned under MCL 600.3241a, under MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period will be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days Several readers have annnd that th far announced that they favor Bob Fueri’s suggestion, passed along by The News, for filling in west ofthe alley that runs west of and parallel to Main Street, and making it into a parking area. One man, really quite conservative, too, dropped into The News office after having taken an explanatory walk down the alley, and waxed eloquent about the great pos- from the MCL 600.3241 a(b) notice, whichever is later; or sibilities. He thinks the vil­ unless extinguished pursuant lage should go even further, to MCL 600.3238. If the above buy a larger area to the west,,freferenced property is sold at a sale under Chapter get the lowland filled in as foreclosure 32 of Act 236 of 1961, under rapidly as possible and start MCL 600.3278, the borrower making a beauty spot that will be held responsible to the person who buys the property would include not just park-aat pterstothe hne whmmortgage oortbguaygse thfforeclosure eorepcrolopseurrtey ing space, but tree and flow- sale or to the mortgage holder ers and a playground area for for damaging the property hild during during the. the.redemption redemption period. period. children. Nationstar Nationstar Mortgage Mortgage LLC LLC d/b/a d/b/a It could be done, over a Mr. Cooper Mortgagee/Assignee period of a few years, and Schneiderman & Sherman P.C. wouldn’t it be wonderful? 23938 Research Dr, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 With a few inexpensive F13a9rm45in6g6t 127291 improvements in the way of (08-31 )(09-21) �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday. August 31,2019 — Page 7 From previous page should expect to help in edu­ cating their neighbors’ prog­ eny. After hearing the arguments, both con and pro, we agreed, and thanked the mayor of Evansville for his help in educating our three of school age. out to work in his garden, which is one of the finest on the East Side, says he got involved in a discussion recently regarding the cost of present-day education. One of Joe’s friends con­ tended that school tax should be spread something in the We haven’t seen any manner of dog tax - the man recent figures on the necktie who has ‘em. Joe reared up business but would wager it like a good citizen he is and isn’t what it used to be. Too maintained that children are many guys are reaching draft a necessity, if the good old age without even being neck­ free-enterprise system is to tie-broken. Most of them be carried on, and those who have been forced a few times happen not to have children to wear neckties, but there ‘Turning Pack tfie Pages still are high school gradu­ yell for help with a necktie. ates around who don’t know how to tie a four-in-hand, to Looking through the foot­ say nothing of a bow tie. ball scores for the last week, In this particular branch of we found only one team in education Ken Kistner, our the state that bettered former high school principal Nashville’s 52-0 score over and speech instructor, did a Dimondale. Slightly better very great service. The year was Reed City’s 54-0 deci­ our boy Steve was in his sion over Newago. And only speech class, Mr. Kistner two other teams in the state taught all the boys in the approached us in points: class how to tie the various Cedar Springs with a 60-6 necktie knots, including the victory over Kent City and then newly popular Windsor. Escanaba Central winning But this year there are a num­ 52-6 over Stephenson. ber of seniors confidently expecting to receive diplo­ Here’s a quotable quote mas, who still will have to from the principal of a high school in the Tri-C League — not Nashville. He said that is his opinion, Nashville has the finest lighted athletic field in the league, handles the football crowds the best, and has the finest printed programs for football games. There’s a smart and obser- 40 years ago in the Maple Valley News PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is vant man. An Eaton County sub­ scriber, living just over the county line on a 160-acre farm with 147 acres tillable, claims he has a son who is not yet broached the subject of a hot-rod, or even asked for the use of the family car, which is quite recent vintage. And this father is a kindly man, a church-goer, of even disposition and quite truth­ ful. After a great deal of sum­ mer thinking, Grandpa Dillon has come to several conclusions concerning the automobile, which, he decid­ ed some years ago, is here to stay. While the motorcar has been responsible for increased profanity and no end of other sins, observes Grandpaw Dillon, it has cut down horse stealing consid­ erable, at least over ’round Stony Point. Garage Sale Pets HUGE GARAGE SALE-1640 Price Rd., Nashville. Thurs., Sept. 5th - Sat, Sept. 7, 2019, 9am-5pm. Household, many clothes, antiques tools, fur­ niture and much more! The Deckers. GOLDENDOODLE PUP­ PIES- Standard size $400.00; Mini Goldendoodles $1,000. 517-852-1945. Business Services BUYING ALL HARD­ WOODS: Walnut, White Oak, Tulip Poplar. Call for pricing. Will buy single Wal­ nut trees. Insured, liability & workman's comp. Fetterley Logging, (269)818-7793. [Antiques & Collectibles] CRAFT, ANTIQUE & FLEA MARKET SHOW at Barry Expo Center, Hastings. Sat­ urday, Sept. 7th. 10am-7pm. Sunday, Sept 8th, 10am-5pm. Vendor spots still available. Call Jay 517-980-0468. For Sale subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civ il Rights Ad which collectively make it ille­ gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, familial status, national origin, age or marital status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination." Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. 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Freshman Hope Taggart is new to Maple Valley schools and new to the sport of cross country, and junior Alyson Gusey chose to return to the program for a third season just in time to get a race in before the Labor Day break. Taggart placed 93rd at the race in 28 minutes 12.5 sec­ onds and Gusey placed 126th in 40:52.9. “Both girls today ran extremely well,” Maple Valley head coach Tiffany Blakely said. “Taggart had her first race ever and gained a lot of experience and knowledge of how to get better. Gusey ran a course best by almost a minute and really toughed it out even though she wasn’t feeling that great.” Having two runners isn’t enough for the Maple Valley varsity girls’ cross country team to earn a team score at events,five runners are need­ ed at a minimum, but it is a Call anytime for Maple Valley News ads 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 start. The Maple Valley boys placed 11th in a field of 15 teams, putting two guys in the top 50. Ashton Ripley placed 46th to lead the Lions in 19:12.8 and Ben Benedict was 4th in 19:165. “For a young team, they handled their first meet of the season very well,” Blakely said. “It was great to watch senior Ben Benedict race side by side with fresh­ man Ashton Ripley. Ripley just edging him out at the end, said the race was amazing’and he didn’t realize how fast he could go. It will be exciting to watch them push each other for the rest of the fastest guys in the race. Senior Ellis Mason won it in season.” 16: 09.5, nearly a minute The Lion team also had Curtis Walker 5th in 19:54.9, ahead ofjunior Titus Bretzke Torin Bell 93rd in 22:42. and who was the runner-up in 17: 01.3. Harper Creek soph­ Trevor Duffey 110th in omore Owen Gilbert was 24:00.3. “Junior Curtis Walker had third in 1:095. Fowler edged the Capital a great first race of the sea­ son, running his third best Homeschool team 97-100 at time ever,” Blakely said. “He the top of the 11-team girls’ had some injuries last year standings. Harper Creek was that he had to work through, third with 113 points, ahead so it is awesome to see him of Williamston 12 and kick off the season with a Fowlerville 128 in the top great time. Senior Trevor five. Ortonville Brandon was Duffey and freshmen Torin sixth with 137 points, fol­ Bell and Adam Blakely all lowed by Olivet 16, Leslie put up great times in their 168, Laingsburg 191, Bath first race at the high school 225 and Perry 245. Lansing Christian junior level.” Greenville won the boys’ Madison Volz won the girls’ meet with 51 points, ahead of race in 19:38.9. The first four Fowlerville 65, Leslie 106, finishers came from the Harper Creek 120, Greater Lansing Activities Williamston 152, Capital Conference, with Olivet Homeschool 173, Dansville junior Danae Feldpausch 194, Perry 208, Bath 244, second in 20:21.4, Leslie Ortonville Brandon 252, junior Haley Ellis third in Maple Valley 300, Durand 20:2.0 and Lansing Christian 310, Olivet 345, Fowler 350 freshman Ashlyn Kephart and Laingsburg 361. fourth in 20:30.4. Greenville had the two Lion soccer squad squeaks out one goal-win over Ramblers The Maple Valley varsity boys’ soccer team evened its Greater Lansing Activities Conference record at 1-1 by scoring a 3-2 win over Perry Wednesday afternoon at Fuller Street Field in Nashville. Eli Nelson, Garrett Pearson and Devin Thompson scored the three goals for the Lions in the victory. It is the sixth goal of the season for Thompson and the fifth for Pearson. Thompson also scored in a 4-3 loss to visiting Bath Monday afternoon in Nashville. 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The Read by Grade Three Law, which was passed in 2016, goes into effect this fall, and schools have been using all three years to pre­ pare for it. The law requires third students who are a year or more behind in reading to be held back. Compared to schools in the Barry County area, Maple Valley raised its third grade English language arts M-STEP scores the most from the past year to this ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- “I SOrizedas advanced orprofidents testing proficient or cient to 19.2, Hastings advanced improved by 8.9 dropped from 49.1 to 413, points, from 28.8 to 37.7. Lakewood fell from 65 to The state uses M-STEP 48.2 and Thomapple Kellog g scores to determine if stu­ climbed from 51.3 to 55.7. dents need to be held back, The state average for third SCHOOL DISTRICT 2017 2018 although educators say the grade English went up slight­ Delton Kellogg test isn’t the best indicator of 30.4 19.2 ly, from 44.4 to 45.1. where students are at - some­ Hastings 49.1 The state warned that the 41.3 thing even the state points scores don’t tell the whole Lakewood 65 48.2 out. story in a note at the bottom “Summative assessments Maple Valley 28.8 37.3 of their statement: “2019 like the M-STEP are a snap­ M-STEP English language Thornapple Kellogg 51.3 55.7 shot taken at one moment in arts proficiency scores for time and reflect only a very third grade cannot be cor­ small portion of a student’s STATE AVERAGE 44.4 45.1 related to predict the possible education,” state student retention impact of Superintendent Dr. Michael Michigan’s Read By Grade Rice said last week in a had been lifted from the school year, three Barry 2017-18 assessment, and two Three law, which goes into Michigan Department of M-STEP scores. County schools dropped in improved. -effect next year. A unique Education press release In the M-STEP scores third grade English language Delton Kellogg went from announcing that the embargo from the end of the 2018-19 arts proficiency from the 30.4 percent of students cate- See SCORES, page 3 M-STEP THIRD GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS SCORES Big turnout for Maple Grove marijuanahearing Taylor Owens Staff Writer In a rare public hearing, Maple Grove Township had at least 15 people attend to ask questions and show sup­ port for growing recreational marijuana. Maple Grove resident Jared Justice came to the township board earlier in the year to ask them to consider licensing medical marijuana grow operations, and the board unanimously voted to take no action. Justice came to the board again recently to ask them to consider licensing recre­ ational marijuana grow oper­ ations. “We are not here to argue the pros and cons of marijua­ na usage. That law is done. Recreational marijuana is legal according to state law,” township Supervisor Jeff Butler said. “All we’re doing is looking at whether to allow commercial licenses in the township.” Treasurer Ginger Cole, who said she has served on the board for 17 years, couldn’t remember the last time they had a public hear­ ing. The public hearing was a first for Butler, who has been supervisor for about two and a half years. “We’re not used to so much public,” Butler said. “We try to stay out of the paper.” Originally from the east side of Michigan, Justice said he moved to Maple Grove with his wife because of the low price of land. He got into farming because he wanted a job he can work from home while he raises his family. He started his farm around three years ago ’ t "with a quarter acre of organic from a public road. It also meeting spoke in favor of from me.” would have to be surveilled Justice being able to grow Scott Adams, owner of by a camera system which commercial cannabis. Adams Family Farms, said would keep the previous 30 “Never in my life would I he is the only licensed medi­ days of footage saved on the have thought that I would be cal marijuana grow operation cloud. Justice said he would in a public forum supporting in Barry County, and he sell to a dispensary; the clos­ cannabis,” Johnathan Denton spoke in favor of the board est is in Battle Creek. A said. “But the reason I am allowing commercial grow­ truck, individually licensed here is to show support for a ers. Adams is in Baltimore to transport marijuana, would friend, a neighbor and a com­ Township, which voted to come to his farm to pick up munity member, as a lifelong allow commercial growing the marijuana and take it Nashville and Maple Grove and retail last month. Adams away. Township resident.” said the taxes on these busi­ “I’ve been able to gross Denton read from a pre­ nesses is used for road main­ over $70,000 a year on a pared statement he brought tenance. quarter acre of land, which is to the meeting. Butler said the marijuana great, but I’m also working “If you vote ‘no’, you’re and cash at the farm may 100-hour work weeks,” telling this community it make it more attractive to Justice said. “After you take doesn’t need jobs, you don’t thieves. out expenses, I’m paying want change and you’re forc­ Adams pointed out that bills, that’s it. Cannabis is a ing a family to move from people pay him in checks. way to be able to afford just this community, taking their Each business must pay a normal lifestyle.” business and employment $5,000 to the township for Justice said he wants to opportunities elsewhere,” the application, although expand his farm to include Denton said. “Just because Butler said the extra revenue more vegetables and fruit, those jobs are not something would not be a major factor and the income from canna­ you could see yourself work­ in the board’s decision. He bis would allow him to move ing at, doesn’t mean it’s not a pointed out the township is one of the smallest in the forward 15 years in just five. legitimate business.” Resident Dustin Jones said county in both population He said it’s difficult for young people to get into he met Justice through organ­ and budget, but they are still farming, because of the ic farming, and Justice able to pay for the what they amount of money required to offered him a job if he gets a need, and take good care of the roads. start a farming operation, commercial license. “We don’t do a lot of extra which requires thousands of “I could work with Jared acres to make an acceptable right away,” Jones said. “I stuff,” Butler said. “We run profit. almost feel like you’d be “No, you can’t make a taking a job position away See DECISION, page 2 Maple Grove farmer Jared Justice shows the four- profit on soybeans on a quar­ inch-thick application he must submit to become a com­ ter acre,” Butler said. “You can’t make a profit on soy­ mercial marijuana grower. beans on 400 acres.” vegetables. He later grew allowed to grow 72 plants But Justice said marijuana cannabis under the caregiver and, for the first two years of is a valuable enough crop provision of the medical his license, would only be that he can make a profit on Vermontville man arrested marijuana law to diversify allowed 100 plants. “Just for his quarter acre. in attempted murder those 28 plants, I ’ m now “Cannabis is a great way and expand his farm, and Space food and rockets at wants to get a commercial licensed, taxed, regulated, for a small farm to stay afloat in an economy that’s up and license to grow recreational tracked, inspected.” NASA camp He held up the application down,” Justice said. “No marijuana under the state Lions trim times at second race regulations released in early he has to fill out to become a one’s known the past couple of season commercial grower, which is years. It’s been there and no August. one’s the wiser. Would it “As a caregiver, I’m unli­ four inches thick. Lion boys score second GLAC He explained that his farm change just because I get a censed, unregulated, untaxed, victory, at Stockbridge would need to be fenced, license?” not tracked nothing, Justice said. He'is'currently looked, and<imqble to be seen _ ’ Multiple residents -at the,\' » In This Issue �Page 2 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, September 7, 2019 DECISION, continued from page 1 Baltimore Township medical marijuana farmer Scott Adams speaks in favor of Maple Grove Township resident Johnathan Denton reads a statement in support of Maple Grove Townships allowing commercial licenses, at a public hearing with more granting Jared Justice a license to grow commercial marijuana. than 15 people in attendance. elections. We collect taxes. would not ask the attendees We maintain the cemeteries their names, and not every­ and we put money into one identified themselves. One woman said she was roads.” Township board member there to get more information Larry Hook pointed out that on the issue, and asked the board does transfer some Justice and the board ques­ money into ambulance and tions. She asked Justice, ifhe fire services to supplement sold the farm, would the next the millage which pays for owner have to go the same those services. The board has vetting process and back­ occasionally put the town­ ground checks as he did. He ship money into services to said they would. Justice’s attorney was at help pay for the repair or replacement of equipment the meeting to answer ques­ and, last year, approved to tions as well, and said appli­ pay $4,000 a year to raise cants and their spouses must wages to hire more staff for go through a thorough back­ the ambulance. ground check through the “I’m not looking at it as a state to be granted a license. “I don’t want to tell some­ revenue stream; to me, it’s whether we should allow it body that pays their taxes as a free enterprise,” Butler what to do with their land,” said, “Is there any difference the woman said. between running that busi­ No one at the meeting ness and running an auto spoke out directly against repair business?” granting commercial licenses At the beginning of the for grow operations, although public hearing, Butler said he one man did say he did not HofiieCookii Country Kettle Cafe^ FRIDAY FISH FRY... ALL YOU CANEAT! 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Butler said enough infor­ mation was available through the Michigan Township Association and Michigan Municipal League, that the board should only need to pay for a lawyer to review a final ordinance. “We don’t even have a township attorney, that’s how simple our township is,” Butler said. He said he had read between 20 and 30 ordinanc­ es from other municipalities, both for and against medical and recreational marijuana, in the past month. The board did not discuss the issue, because its regular board meeting had occurred earlier, at 7 p.m., and the public hearing took place at 8 p.m. After the meeting, Hook and trustee Doug Westendorp told the Maple Valley News that the board will need to do some more research on the issue before its next meeting. Hook said he feels state offi­ cials have not given munici­ palities enough information, and either seem to be changing their minds, or leaving the door open on changing their minds on some issues. “We got a lot ofinput from the people, and I will consid­ er it, because they made some good points,” Hook said. “I just wish I had some more information from the state.” Butler said the decision is about more than Justice’s case, because it will affect other residents and people looking to start marijuana businesses. One other person at the meeting said he was interest­ ed in starting his own com­ mercial grow operation. Butler said he appreciated the amount of public com­ ment and the people who spoke for Justice. “He understands people’s concerns, and he’s respectful of it and trying to be educa­ tional,” Butler said. Most municipalities have chosen to opt out of allowing recreational marijuana busi­ nesses until state regulations were in place. Those regula­ tions came out last month. Nashville Village Council, which would not be affected by the township’s decision, has voted to opt out ofallow­ ing businesses for now, but plans to have more discus- sion after reviewing the reg­ township plans to do by the next meeting, so he can make ulations. Maple Grove Township decisions about his business. If the township decides to put forward an opt-out ordi­ nance at the meeting before legalize recreational busi­ the public hearing, which it nesses, it can choose to what will vote on next month. extent it’s allowed — such as The Michigan Municipal what type ofbusinesses, how League recommended many and, to some degree, municipalities opt out for the where those businesses can time being, saying that if gosomeone tried to start an “It’s a big step, one way or establishment before the another,” Butler said. municipality made a deci­ “Personally, I’m in favor of a sion, there could be legal grow, but not a dispensary.” issues in trying to stop the Butler and other board businesses from moving for­ members said they expect to ward — if the township ulti­ be able to have an answer for mately decided against Justice, either way, at the allowing it. next regular meeting at 7 But Justice said the appli­ p.m. Oct. 2, when they also cation process is long, and he will allow more public com­ needs to know what the ment. Letters to the Editor Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Light pollution ruins night sky in Nashville To the editor, down - as the purpose of a If small towns do open street lamp is intended - to lighting, they will lose one of light the street. their greatest attractions: The I am willing to pay for a night sky. shield for the 40 lights. I also I have a house on have researched individuals Barryville Road and, every who took legal action. Every night, it saddens me when I case against a city won and look up at the night sky and the city absorbed the cost. I see the glow of Nashville. don’t want to take that action, Most nights, the glow is as but will if needed. high as 60 degrees in the sky. It is a simple solution to The 40 open streetlights — have a light shield on the with only four that have cov­ open lighting that is present. ers — really ruins the sky for On Friday, I was in town and viewing stars. Night animals took photos and, with all the move away from such light, brightness, not one person like the great homed owls was on the street at 9:30 p.m. that used to thrive in the area. The lighting is overkill for I offer, for a solution, to Nashville. You can look up cover the tops so the light light pollution and what does not travel upward, but lights protect the night sky and which are the worst fix­ tures. Nashville has the worst of the worst fixtures. My main residence is in Dearborn. With the lights of Detroit and my city, we only have the big dipper, Orion, and the moon visible. It is sad. My home is four miles away from the town of Nashville. You can stand on my deck any night - cloudy nights are even worse - and view the Nashville Glow. I have no problems with Nashville lighting the street, but lighting the sky is a whole new ball game. Andrew Washington, Nashville �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, September 7,2019 — Page 3 SCORES, continued from page 1 and separate cut score for the third grade ELA test was established to distinctly mea­ sure reading, as outlined in the law.” That “unique and separate cut score” was not posted. “The M-STEP is a snapshot in time, one day at the end of a year,” Thomapple Kellogg Superintendent Rob Blitchok said. “Third grade is the first grade students even take the M-STEP.” Most schools use the Northwest Evaluation Association tests to deter­ mine student growth. Like many of its peers, Maple Valley has NWEA assess­ ments three times a year, which Superintendent Dr. Katherine Bertolini said is more effective than the sin­ gle day of the M-STEP. “Any one thing could throw off a child’s day,” Bertolini said. Maple Valley Data and Assessment Coordinator Jeff Byrne pointed out that the test also changes each year, depending on the state’s phi­ losophy toward the test at the time. “If they left the test the same year after year, then we’d have a true judgment, but it’s constantly different,” Byrne said. “Year-to-year comparisons of state assessment results can be problematic,” Deputy Superintendent Dr. Venessa Keesler said in the release. “Changes and sys­ tematic improvements to Michigan’s state assessment system have been made each year since the M-STEP began in 2015, which make it difficult to make data comparisons or interpret longterm data trends.” The state also has been trying to shorten the length ofthe test, but that can mean whole skill sets ard assessed by one or two questions. “That really does mess with that internal validity and reliability of it, because are you truly measuring the same thing?” Bertolini asked. “Ifthey only have one or two test items to prove compe­ tency in a given standard that’s just tough.” In addition, the state is concerned about being too specific about what’s on the test, so it doesn’t give away future questions, Byrne said. That means the schools are unable to glean what specific skills students might be struggling in. “I don’t argue with it as a point of consideration, in a multiple-point assessment,” Bertolini said. “But all by itself, I think it’s a little dan­ gerous to put too much stock in one measurement point, at one point in a year, in a child’s life. You just need to be cautious when you inter­ pret some ofthose things.” “We did not see a correla­ tion between our M-STEP scores and NWEA scores for reading,” Delton Kellogg Superintendent Kyle Corlett said. “Our third graders showed good growth in read­ ing on NWEA, but our MSTEP scores were lower than we want them to be, so we’re investigating to find out what there is that discon­ nect.” Regardless of the issues educators may have with the M-STEP, it’s the baseline for determining if students need to be held back, and schools have to prepare for it. “We have worked tireless­ ly over the past four years in building a strong system foundation to use data to drive our instruction at the individual student level,” Hastings Area Schools Assistant Superintendent of Student Achievement Matt Goebel said. “We believe the strong professional develop­ ment provided to our teach­ ers, along with adopting a new reading curriculum, Reading Street, has provided the tools for our teachers and students to be successful.” He pointed out that Hastings has increased litera- Maple Valley News Published by... 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Although it takes nearly four months for the final M-STEP results to be released, NWEA results are available almost immediate­ ly, for each of the three tests throughout the year, allow­ ing schools to quickly take steps to give students the help they need. “We put much more emphasis on NWEA reading and math and Acadience, five essential components of reading, assessments, which provide multiple data points within the school year for teachers to drive their instruction,” Goebel said. “This also allows us to com­ municate with parents regarding their child’s growth and possible ways to assist them at home. This data allows teachers to create grade level and individual instruction plans throughout the school year, which is much more beneficial to the individual student.” “We are implementing a brand new reading curricu­ lum this year,” Corlett said. “We’ve changed our reading intervention times so that all students get support and not just those that are strug­ gling.” Delton has created a read­ ing interventionist position for early elementary stu­ dents, purchased new inter­ vention materials and has an instructional coach focusing on reading instruction sup­ port for kindergarten through third grade teachers. Thomapple Kellogg gives an individual reading plan at least three times a year to all kindergarten through third grade students who are per­ forming under grade level. Those plans are updated in accordance with the NWEA scores, in addition to teacher REV. 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Service.................................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: .......................... 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .................. 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 795-2370 or RL Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................ 8:30 a.m (112 mile East ofM-66, Sunday School ............. 10 A.M. Service... ....... 11:15 P.M. Service... ...... 6 p.m: PASTOR GEORGE GAY Located on the comer of State and Washington streets PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Worship .................................. 9:15 a.m. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH PASTOR KAREN KINNEY 517-852-2043 KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. . . I do not think it’s going to be an issue at Maple Valley schools.” Blitchok pointed out that the law has a number of exemptions, so students who test too low on the M-STEP can still pass to the fourth grade under certain circum­ stances. Those instances, called Good Cause Exceptions, can include stu­ dents in special education, those who have been enrolled in the district less than two years, who are learning English as a second language or who have a documented plan for intensive interven­ tion. “Ultimately, it gives par­ ents the right to request the no-retention option, and the school will support this,” Blitchok said. Whether the state will even follow through with its decision to retain third-grade students is something that isn’t settled in the minds of educators. “You know how things get with the state. All of a sud­ den they could go, ‘Well... let’s not do that,’ ” Byrne said. “But I want to keep these things in place,, even if this whole law goes away, because it is helping stu­ dents, more than we’ve ever helped them in reading at the K-3 level.” NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Service....................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School......................... 11:00 a.m. 5 ml. south ofNashville) CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Sunday: A.M. Worship........... P.M. Worship........... and parent input. “This, along with extra interventionists, summer tutoring, and multiple inter­ vention strategies, helps us meet the needs of all our learners,” Blitchok said. Byrne said involving par­ ents in their elementary stu­ dent’s education is a key part of the equation. He pointed out the schools just can’t cover all the material during the school day, so they need to involve parents in making sure kids are learning the material. The training schools are doing also makes sure all the teachers are on the same page, Byrne said. They have documentation showing where the students are at, and staff members are trained in the same material so they are all speaking the same lan­ guage when it comes to cur­ riculum and intervention. “We have a cohesive plan that’s very comprehensive across levels, and I think that’s why it’s working,” Bertolini said. “I think we have things in place for our third grade spe­ cifically, especially K-3, that the third grade reading law is not going to be an issue,” Byrne said. “Any students that are told to be held back by the state, we can put things in place, so that by the fall we have them caught up, Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Worship..................................... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass .9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.............. .................... 9:45 Worship Service............ ........................ 11 Sunday Evening Service ................. 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service... ............. 6:30 p.m. AWANA.......................... 630-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR RICH MITTERLING 517-231-3434 �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, September 7, 2019 Local communities among EGLE grant recipients Fall in the Valley Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy officials have Dr. Katherine Bertolini announced that 39 communi­ Superintendent ties will receive more than Fall is in the air. I am eager to experience my first fall in the $406,000 through the Source Water Protection Grant Valley. Our famous maple trees are sure to put on a spectacular Program to safeguard public show. One of the things I missed most about Michigan was fall. water supply systems. Among those municipali­ The Dakotas do not have many trees, and I missed the spec­ ties and their award amounts tacular blue skies and vivid colors of our abundant trees. I hope you can take some time to appreciate one of the many are: City of Battle Creek - things that make Michigan such a beautiful place to live. As we wrap up our first three weeks of school, it is wonder­ $36,600. City of Charlotte - $1,050. ful to report that we are fully staffed with dedicated teachers. Village of Lake Odessa - I am also pleased to report that our numbers are good. We have seen an increase in our student population and we cur­ $2,775. Mark Wenger (left) and Nate Wenger (right), meet NASA astronaut Mike Foreman. City of Portland - $9,000. rently have 979 students enrolled across our K-12 grades. This Village of Vermontville - is great news for the district as we had conservatively budget­ ed for 940 students. $4300. The basic manner in which we fund our schools in Michigan The program provides communities with matching is with a student count combined with the per pupil allocation grant financial assistance to determined by our state legislature. We are obligated to create protect their source water a budget, which begins in July each year. For the past 8 years, from contamination. As part our legislature has provided a budget to allow schools to plan ofthe Source Water Protection for the coming year. This year is an exception. With just over Program, communities that three weeks left in September, the legislature has yet to give rely on wells will define the us a plan. This has put us and every other district in Michigan area contributing drinking in a position ofnot knowing what we can plan for the year. We water to their wells, identify are now two and a half months into our annual budget. When potential contaminants within approximately 85 percent of our budget is fixed and not negothat area, and implement tiable, this makes things very difficult for any future planning. management strategies and We had again conservatively estimated the legislature would educational activities to pro- provide us with a $100 per-pupil increase which is below what tect their water supply. most of the projections were coming out of Lansing. At this Grants also are available to late date, we just don’t know if that will happen. Given our communities utilizing surface solid student count, we are not in danger of needing to do any water as their drinking water cuts, but it also puts our plans for professional development, source. The City of Grand training and any improvements to our curriculums into limbo. Rapids has been awarded a I respectfully ask that as members of a proud community grant of $15,000 to develop which stands so strongly behind our students and their promand implement a surface ise for our future that you reach out to your legislators to let water intake protection plan. them know it is time to give us a solid budget we can work Most of the awards are with. We work every day to help create informed, critically Nate Wenger (left) works with other kids at camp to build a cube out of pipes under$5,000 or less. The largest thinking young people. As the adults of their world, we have water. grant, $70,000, was awarded a responsibility to do our best to ensure our legislators do their to the City of Kalamazoo, best bestto tomeet meetnot notonly onlythe theminimal minimalneeds needsof ofour ourstudents, students,but buttoto Taylor Owens The next round of applica- do a bit better than that. You can find your elected officials at StaffWriter tions will be solicited from michigan .gov/sos/. Ten-year-old Nate Wenger public water supply systems I will be at JoLei’s Cafe for Coffee and Conversation next in May 2020. Thursday from 8 to 9:30 p.m. I would love to have you join ofVermontville has been fas­ me for some conversation. We invite the community to start cinated with the moon ever getting energized about our homecoming week celebrations since his family bought him a that will take place Sept. 16-20. We are going to be adding telescope. His goal is to go some new events this year. A bon fire celebrating the Valley is there one day. He got a sense of what it going to be an open, family-friendly event the evening of Sept; 19. We hope the entire community will come out to the high would be like to achieve that school to join our celebrations in addition to our powder puff goal last month when he games, selection of our homecoming g, g,yg, court, volleyball games, spent six days at NASA parade, and football game. We are one Valley and we are Space Camp in Huntsville, Ala. excited to celebrate. 269-945-9554 or Wenger lived in a habitat, In future article^ I will be co-authoring with our educational leaders to highlight special events, people and learning. I like ones that may eventually 1-690-679-7085 hope you will enjoy these snapshots into what is happening in go on Mars, with 20 other kids at One Tranquility Base. the Valley. There, he met veteran astro­ naut Mike Foreman, learned what it was like to work at one-sixth gravity, like on the moon, and built a model rocket which he flew until it started to melt. “You get to meet a lot of cool people and have tons of fun,” Wenger said. Wenger’s father Mark, Fiber - Voice - Data who went with him and stayed at a hotel nearby, joked that his son’s only complaint was the taste ofthe food, which was the same kind ofrations astronauts eat. Nate Wenger shows off the rocket he made at space “He makes me proud,” camp. Wenger’s father said. “It’s something I never got a next year. about going in to the military chance to do.” Q For going to the camp, NASA only accepts 150 Wenger earned Boy Scoutt first to help him get there. “I’ve always wanted to go kids per camp per year, so it patches and school credit, into space, but I’ll never get can be tough to get in. and got ajumpsuit with a few Wenger said alumni of the patches of its own, one of there,” Wenger’s father said. program have priority selec­ which Wenger’s camp group “Maybe he will.” tion over other applicants, so designed. he will have a good chance of Wenger wants to be an going to another NASA camp astronaut; and is thinking Space food and rockets at NASA camp Call any time for Maple Valley News classified ads NOW SERVING NASHVILLE & VERMONTVILL ee �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 7,2019 — Page 5 Vermontville man arrested for attempted murder J-Ad News Services A Vermontville man is custody following a stabbing in a vehicle on Barber Road south of M-43 at 9:40 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5. Barry County Sheriff’s Deputies said David Gene Krebs n, 29, was in the back seat of the vehicle when he started stabbing the front-seat passenger. After the vehicle came to a stop, the passenger, who was stabbed several times, fled to a nearby resi­ dence. The homeowner called the police. The victim was transferred to Butterworth Hospital with life-threatening injuries. Krebs II fled on foot but was tracked by the K-9 unit and arrested. He was arraigned Friday on attempt- David Gene Krebs II, 29, of Vermontville was charged with attempted murder Friday. ed murder and habitual Teens attend Putnam District Library’s Teen Chef: Candy Sushi event earlier this year. Teens crafted sushi using offender charges. His next a variety of candies and crisped rice cereal treats. court appearance is sched­ uled Sept. 18. Putnam outlines September events Vermontville church hosting special Sept. 11 service The First Congregational Church of Vermontville will host a special worship ser­ vice Wednesday, Sept. 11, at 7 p.m. This will be a time to remember lives lost, not only on that tragic day in 2001, but for each and every day when lives are needlessly lost, according to a press release. First responders will be honored and participants can renew a call and commitment for peace. Everyone is wel­ come. The First Congregational Church is an all-inclusive church. The Congregational tradition has its roots with the Pilgrims who wished to live and worship in freedom. More information can be obtained by calling Rev. David Poole, 517-554-7267. Putnam District Library in Nashville will host Caf6 Color from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Sept. 9. Visitors can find a creative outlet in adult coloring and enjoy a hot bev­ erage. Supplies are provided, and tea and coffee will be available. Teens in grades seven through 12 can bring some creativity, a healthy appetite and a fiiend to Teen Chef: Fall Favorites from 5 to 7 p.m. Sept. 12. Attendees will join Sydney Khouri in recre­ ating some fall favorites, such as apple pie, pumpkin pie, monster cookies and mud pies. Teens will cook up those favorites in versions that fit in cups to go. Supplies will be provided. Age-appropriate literacy skills specifically for babies, toddlers and preschoolers will be featured at Read with Me Storytime starting at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 13. Visitors can join Darcie Kelly and get hooked learning about pirates through stories and activities. Questions about the events can be directed by phone to 517-852-9723 or by email to skhouri @ putnam lib .org. J o Lei s Diner Hump Day Pizza Special Wednesdays from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. 1 \ Two medium ; l°DD,n£ ®*zzas lor $22.22 174 S. Main SI., Vermontville 517*208-0044 Mon.&Tue.:7ajn.-3pjn. 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The Lions pounded on the Colon Magi in week two of the 2017 season, scoring a 48-18 win in the Magi’s most recent 11-player season. It was the start ofa seven-game losing streak for Colon that fall. The Magi went 2-7 and made the move to 8-player football before the 2018 sea­ son. Colon won its first eight 8-player football games in 2018, eventually reaching the semifinals ofthe Division 1 state tournament. Colon is off to a 2-0 start in 2019 after a 55-0 win over the Lions at Maple Valley Jr/ Sr High School Friday night. “When we played them (in 2017) they were a bunch of freshmen and sophomores,” Martin said. “We put it to them, just like they put it to us tonight. I said, now we have a model. They commit­ ted to it. They have worked hard. They got in the weight room. They worked hard in the summer in five-on-fives and seven-on-ones. They stayed after practice and worked hard on things they needed to work on.” “I and the other coaches Colon defensive lineman Bryce Frame chases after Maple Valley quarterback Blaze said, there is the model. If quarter. (Photo by Taylor Owens) they can do it, we can do it second half. The Lions were out-gained run by Brandon Crawford 75 too.” Big plays kept coming for 420 to 145 on the night, but seconds into the ballgame, The Lions found plenty of then after a Lion fumble the Magi as the game wound because of all the big plays things to work on Friday. Colon scored 22 points in added on a 24-yard touch­ down. West returned a punt for Colon the Lions had 11 the opening quarter, and down run by Jonathon West 75 yards for a touchdown, first downs to the Magi’s 7. Hugheston Heckathorn eventually tacked on four with 2:46 to go in the open­ Christopher Frye scored on a 50-yard run and Ryan Bower was able to being practice touchdowns in the last quar­ ing quarter. Phillip Alva, the Magi tacked on a 34-yard TD run with the Lions last week and ter and a half on big plays as led the Lion ground-game to the Lions got as many quarterback who was 6-of-7 in the final minute of play. “We have some solid reserves into the contest as for 73 yards passing in the bailgame, had a hand in the schemes. Our offense moved they could. Colon took its opening next three Colon touch­ the ball really well in the first lead on a 54-yard touchdown downs. He tossed a 28-yard quarter,” Martin said. “Our 'Antiques & Collectibles} touchdown pass to West in first drive, they scored on a the final minute of the first big play, and we drove the CRAFT, ANTIQUE & FLEA quarter and added a 1-yard ball down in typical Maple MARKET SHOW at Barry TD run late in the second Valley fashion — three yards Expo Center, Hastings. Sat­ quarter. He added to his at a time, three yards at a urday, Sept. 7th. 10am-7pm. team’s lead with a 60-yard time, went for it at midfield. 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Ripley, a freshman, placed 14th in 18 minutes 34.7 sec­ onds and Benedict, a senior, 38th in 19:12.2. “(Ripley) is still young and managing how to handle a race, and it will be exciting to see his times as he gains more experience,” Lion head coach Tiffany Blakely said. “Benedict hung with him for almost a mile and a half, and still ran a season best time.” Ripley cut about 40 sec­ onds off his previous best time of the season. Blakely was really pleased with her top four runners. Junior Curtis Walker backed the top two up with another great time. He was 40th in 19:55.7. “He has improved so much from last year and looks like he has regained some form to help strengthen his race,” Blakely said. Lion senior Trevor Duffey showed off the most improvement of any of the LEGAL NOTICE Wtfifedi’at ”- s,f *sWta'!U® eH u. 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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 premses, premises, e o e morgage or some part of them, at public vendue, at the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings Michigan, at at 1:00 1:00 PM, PM, on on October October 03, 03, 2019. Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: Lot 3, Block 1 of Kenfield's 2nd Addition to the City of Hastings according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 37 of Barry County Records. The redemption period will be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless abandoned under MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period will be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days from the MCL 600.3241 a(b) notice, whichever is later; or unless extinguished pursuant to MCL 600.3238. If the above referenced property is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of Act 236 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. Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman P.C. 23938 Research Dr, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 .1394566 (O8-31)(o k!sfy /,'■ '(2’7291’. at second race of season times group led by Aaron Bowerman who placed fifth in 17:49.04. Ithaca bested St. Louis for the girls’ championship, 37-67. Ithaca sophomore Lani Bloom was the individ­ ual champion in their race, hitting the finish line in 19:29.93. St. Louis sopho­ more Libby Munderloh was the runner-up in 19:54.43. Lion freshman Hope Taggart ran her fastest race yet, placing 77th in 27:3255. Junior teammate Alyson Gusey was 119th in 37:54.15. “Our girls also improved from their first meet of the season,” Blakely said. Freshman Hope Taggart ran a much stronger race and took off around 40 seconds to race her personal best. Junior Alyson Gusey took off three minutes from her previous time to run a season best time. “Both girls look to consis­ tently improve their times as they go through the season.” They will have many chances in the days ahead. The Lions are slated to take part in the Battle Creek Lakeview Invitational today (Sept. 7), run in the Thomapple Kellogg Coach B Invitational at Gun Lake Monday and then run in the Delton Kellogg Invitational at Gilmore Car Museum Thursday. Lions best both foes at Union City Tri Maple Valley’s Trevor Duffey cruises along the course at Uncle John’s Cider Mill during the Ovid-Elsie Marauder Invitational Wednesday. Lion boys, cutting two min­ utes off the time from his first race. He placed 75th in 21:44.1. “He is an incredibly hard worker and it is so great to see that translate into great racing,” Blakely said of Duffey. The Lion team also had Torin Bell placed 122nd in 26:34.2. Ithaca junior Braxton Latney ran away with the individual title in the race, finishing in 16:39.65. Perry senior Ryan O’Neill was the runner-up in 17:13.84. St. Louis scored just 39 points to win the boys’ race, with Leslie second with 71 and Ithaca third with 79 points. Morrice was fourth with 112 points, ahead of Bath 157, Perry 160, Byron 210, Fowler 222, Maple Valley 226, Saginaw Michigan Lutheran Seminary Lion boys score second GLAC victory, at Stockbridge The Maple Valley varsity boys’ soccer team improved its Greater Lansing Activities Conference record to 2-1 ith 53 i with a 5-3 win over Stockbridge on the road Wednesday. Eli Nl. d i f Eli Nelson scored a pair of goals for the Lions and added two assists. The Lions also got one goal from Owen Bailey and two from Devin Thompson in the bailgame. Thompson notched an assist Garrett Pearson and Bailey split time in the goal for the Lions. Bailey made eight saves. Pearson had six saves, and he also earned an assist. The Lions are now 3-3 overall this season. Maple Valley will be back in action Monday at Bellevue. The Lions head to Lakewood for a GLAC bailgame Wednesday and then visit Pennfield for a non­ conference contest on Friday. 268, Ovid-Elsie 276, Laingsburg 285 and Mt. Morris 348. St. Louis had four guys in the top ten in the race, a The Maple Valley varsity volleyball team added a pair of victories to its record at Union City Thursday, besting the host Chargers as well as Athens. The Lions knocked off host Union City in two sets, 25-10, 25-17. Athens took the opening set off the Maple Valley girls 25-20, but the Lions rebounded for 25-15, 25-22 wins in the final two sets. Keilyn Carpenter knocked down 33 kills in the two matches for the Lions. Carli Deo had seven kills and Ashlyn Wilkes had six. The Lions hit 14 aces as a team, with Carpenter knock­ ing six and Josey Terpening four. Terpening had a team-high 27 digs. Carpenter added 15 digs, Trista Medina 14 and Deo 13. Medina, the Lions’ setter, put up 37 assists. At the net defensively Wilkes and Deo had one block each. The Lions are at a tourna­ ment hosted by Zion Christian today (Sept. 7). They will host Perry to open the Greater Lansing Activities Conference season Tuesday evening. * Crystal Flash < 7 FUELS ON THE MOVE propane | diesel I gasoline | lubricants Our dependable team will do whatever it takes to safely deliver fuel oil and premium diesel to your home, farm or business all year long. We’re local, loyal and 100% employee-owned. as well. 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With low enrollment and state funding, Maple Valley is struggling to retain faculty. Out of the school’s approxi­ mately 60 teachers, 15 are new this year. Bertolini’s idea for a teacher foundation could be a way to keep more teachers in the district. She was at Central Michigan University earlier this year, talking to their placement specialist about her idea, when she learned that Detroit Public TV was working on a documentary about the challenges facing rural school districts. The CMU specialist put her in touch with the film crew. “I think what they really liked was to try and do some­ thing out of the box,” Bertolini said. The crew also interviewed Barry Community Foundation President and CEO Bonnie Gettys, and is planning to film at school districts in Elk Rapids and Bellaire. A three-person crew filmed class and interviewed Bertolini, along with two teachers, elementary veteran Matt Powers, and first-year Maple Valley teacher Andrew Barna on Tuesday. The focus ofthe documen- A crew from Detroit Public TV films Maple Valley High School teacher Andrew Barna as he tells students about how to prepare for job interviews. (Photo by Taylor Owens) tary is rural districts, Bertolini said the crew is taking a balanced approach, between what makes rural schools special and what makes them challenging. “I think it was fun for the kids to have an opportunity to see something like that happening around them,” Bertolini said. The film crew was impressed with Maple Valley students after watch­ ing them in class, she said. “I was really proud, that was a nice thing to hear about your kids.” One of the premieres for the documentary, which will be about 30 minutes long, will be screened at the Maple Valley High School auditori­ um toward the end of the year. Producer Sarah ZientarskiSmith said it will air on Detroit Public TV early next year, and afterward may be shown across the country. A previous documentary on Latino students and faculty aired in other areas like Texas and Washington, D.C. Police complaint becomes ‘clown show’ at council meeting Taylor Owens StaffWriter The Nashville Village Council admits it took the wrong course of action in handling a complaint against Nashville Police Chief Chris Koster. During communications soon after the meeting was called to order Thursday, vil­ lage president Mike Kenyon read two letters: The first was from Shari Carney writ­ ten Aug. 16, and the second was from Teresa Pash. Carney’s letter described a discussion between her neighbor, Barry McDiarmid, and Koster. Carney was not present at the time, but said she saw McDiarmid soon after the encounter, when he replaced a battery in her vehicle. According to Carney, McDiarmid told her that Koster was “rude and puni­ tive,” threatened to put McDiarmid and his wife, ‘Tm not defending anybody, I’m just saying complaints against employees do not get handled like this - they should not get handled like this.” Scott Decker, Nashville Director of Public Works Pash, in jail for ordinance violations, and mocked the pain he was experiencing from a knee surgery. Pash’s letter reiterated many of these details, saying Koster used vulgar language, had a “scornful look,” and knocked loudly on her door when he visited. “I cannot have police bru­ tality pounding down my door,” Pash wrote. The letters said Koster has a personal vendetta against McDiarmid. “Instead of threats and mocking, I am asking for some compassion and per­ haps assistance,” Carney said. Koster read a prepared response to the letters later in the meeting. “In my 35 years of dedi­ cated service, I have been accused of ill character by a single group of individuals,” Koster said. “These individ­ uals are the people that are in violation of law, and have since found it easier to blame the person that is responsible for ensuring that the law has no bias, and enforces it when required by law.” See POLICE, page 4 Musicals’ is fall homecoming theme Homecoming will be Friday, Sept. 20, and events are planned all next week. The senior candidates for queen are Lexxis Musser, fllffijs McCook and Marah Myers, and the king candi­ dates are Jonathon Rosenberg, Kyle Rose and Blake Joppie. Candidates for prince and princess are freshmen Holly Rosin and Ashton Ripley, sophomores Olivia Roush and Jaden Ertman and juniors Kayli Hansen and Hunter Bassett. The homecoming parade will begin at 5:30 p.m. in Nashville, starting at the Nashville VFW and ending at Carl’s Supermarket. The Maple Valley leader­ ship class has selected retired Maple Valley Elementary teacher Linda Gaber as the grand marshal. The theme is musicals, with "Grease” for seniors. “Footloose” for juniors, “High School Musical” for sophomores featuring and “Cats” for the freshman class. The class colors are seniors, coral and white; juniors, purple and gray; sophomores, red and blue; and freshmen green and yel­ low. Dress-up days will be hip- pies Monday, celebrities Tuesday, colors Wednesday, themes Thursday and spirit Friday. The football team will play New Buffalo at 7 p.m. Friday. Royalty will be crowned at half-time. The homecoming dance will be from 8 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, in the high school cafeteria. In This Issue The 2019 Fall Homecoming Court includes (from left) freshmen Holly Rosin and Ashton Ripley, sophomore Olivia Roush, juniors Hunter Bassett and Kayli Hansen, seniors Kyle Rose, Marah Myers, Jonathon Rosenberg, Lexxis Musser, Blake Joppie and Alexis McCool. (Sophomore Jaden Ertman was not available for the photo.) School offers new way to get college credit, Enrollment stays steady Defender scores Vikes’ first goal in GLAC win Band swings through time with first performance Lions start GLAC play with win over Perry________________________ �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 14,2019 School offers new way to get college credit Superintendent Katherine Bertolini announced enroll­ ment numbers from the first weeks of school. An internal count per­ Taylor Owens formed Sept. 4 showed a Staff Writer Maple Valley has a new total of 978 students, includ­ way for students to get col­ ing six in early childhood lege credit, called the College special education and 17 in Level Examination Program, Pathways high school. The and there are already 30 stu­ official count for the 2018-19 school year was 987, but the dents interested in enrolling. High School Principal school was projecting a drop Mike Knapp offered a pre­ in enrollment to 940 this sentation on CLEP at the year. “We are in much better school board meeting shape than the 940 we pro­ Monday. “We’re basically creating jected,” Bertolini said. In other business, the a new course,” Knapp said. For the first semester, board approved a DECA trip CLEP will be combined with to New York City this fall. the career readiness course, The details ofthe trip are still which was created at the being finalized, but DECA Terry Woodman is presented the Lion Pride Award adviser and business teacher from Superintendent Dr. Katherine Bertolini. beginning of this year. The program works simi­ Richelie Deo said the stu­ larly to dual enrollment, in dents would tour Macy’s, which students take a class NBC and Madison Square online for college credit, but Garden to see how the busi­ nesses work. CLEP has other perks. “For some of the students, College credit from dual-enrollment classes does it’s going to give them a not transfer well between sense of what a big city is universities, but all schools like,” Deo said. She said she Pastor Joe Benedict with you wherever you go.” accept CLEP credit, Knapp has taken students on the trip Vermontville Bible When we find ourselves said. The universities deter­ at previous schools where Church buried under a load of mine whether students she has worked, and said Stressful lives are all responsibilities and receive credit by their CLEP there are currently 14 stu­ around us, and the pressure commitments that seem too exam scores. Different uni­ dents who want to go. we put on each other to live great for us to bear, we need Bertolini said the district versities require different a busy life continues to pile to remember to have scores. had a number of issues with on the load. When we listen courage. When fear tries to Knapp also said teachers flooding after a heavy rain­ and administrators will have storm the first week of to what we think the world come into our lives, we need needs us to do, we fall into a to remember that God is a better view ofhow students school. There were leaks in trap designed to get us to right there with us. are progressing with their the Fuller Street Elementary quit. Ifwe have a relationship online course than they do gym and near the high school Becoming overwhelmed with God through Jesus with dual enrollment. office, which has had flood­ is the natural consequence Christ, we need not be Also, if students pass their ing problems in the past. of allowing too many intimidated by what life CLEP exam, they can move The high school roof was unimportant activities to throws at us. All of this on to another course in the tilted for better drainage take priority over the strength in overwhelming same semester, and possibly during bond work. However, essentials in our lives. times comes only from the take two exams, receiving because the drainage pipes Instead of being God who is with us. Joshua credit for two classes. underneath the school are overwhelmed by the silly had a relationship with God, Maple Valley also can bowed, water sits inside and, details of life, we should be and His God would be become a certified CLEP when a heavy rainfall hits, occupied so fully with the faithful to help him lead testing center for students the pipes back up. priorities of God so that He Israel, even though it inside and out of the district, Director of Operations Pat can orchestrate them seemed like an at no cost to the school. Powers built a series of walls successfully in our lives. insurmountable task. Student representative to on the roof to slow down the Someone who is God is still working in the board Josey Terpening drainage, to prevent the pipes overwhelmed feels buried our lives the way He worked said CLEP could be a way from backing up, and raised beneath something that is with Joshua a few thousand for her to take care of some the walls after the storm. huge, bigger than the person years ago. He works through of her prerequisite college Powers also built drainage is. credits for free, before she pipes to direct water down those who believe; through The Bible talks of those who understand and graduates from high school. See CREDIT, page 4 individuals who were either believe that Jesus was the Also during the meeting, overwhelmed or found Son of God. He died for our peace based on their sins and rose from the dead. relationship with God. Do you have the When Joshua took over presence of God bringing “Invite us in. after Moses passed away, you peace? 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We want this cele­ bration to include everyone in the Valley. Alumni, families, merchants, students, athletes, music, drama and visual artists, clubs and faculty. This is a great celebration of some of the things we are doing structurally in Maple Valley. This past month, we expanded the scope of the school board athletics committee to be the student activities committee, which includes Chair Tim Burd, Craig Lackscheide and Kristen Miller. This will be the group that hears reports and gains deeper insight into all of the ways we involve Maple Valley students, from Odyssey of the Mind to our arts programs and our clubs that go out to compete on the state and national stage. There are so many ways for young people to be involved in exploring and defining their interests, and we want to support those efforts structurally, and also in our celebra­ tions of what it means to, “Come Home to the Valley.” We also have formed a subcommittee of the booster clubs and will be expanding that group to include more stakeholder volunteers who work tirelessly to benefit our students. This reflects my vision of One Valley where we all combine our strengths and assets to make the best possible experience for our students. I am grateful to the club officers who have come together to work for the greater good. Holly Berkimer, presi­ dent of our band boosters, Angie Musser who serves both youth football and the athletics boosters, Kim Martin who represents youth football and Tai Gearhart, president of the athletic boosters. During our first meeting, we identified other key stakeholders, and we will be reaching out to them for our next meeting later this month. Our shared goal is to work together and learn from each other’s experiences to increase our potential to benefit all students in Maple Valley. This is hard work, and our students are so worth it. I am joined this week by my co-author Landon Wilkes, our athletic director and dean of students to present our agenda for homecoming events next week. We have added some new I activities to ensure we have something going every night of ’ the week as we celebrate homecoming. Maple Valley is doing it up right and maintaining the traditional events that welcome 1 alumni and residents home for a time to celebrate and recon­ nect. We will have spirit week themes in our schools, home­ coming court, soccer, volleyball, cross country, youth football and football games, we will have a full-scale free fami-1 ly-friendly tailgate party Thursday night with a band escort to I our bonfire site which is an extended event to warm us up p for 1 the big parade in Nashville this year followed by the football | game, halftime show and crowning of the court on Friday j night. Please join us for as many events as you can. Welcome j home to Maple Valley all. Homecoming Week Itinerary Monday - Sept. 16 Boys soccer (home, 5:30 p.m.) parents night and youth soccer) Fuller Street Elementary. JH Volleyball (at Olivet, 4:30 p.m.) Tuesday. Sept, 17 HS/JH cross country (at Turkeyville, 4:30 pan.) Volleyball (JV and varsity home against Leslie, 5 and 6 p.m.) Jr./Sr. High School Wednesday. Sept, 18 JH volleyball (home against Lakewood, 4:30 p.m.) Powderpuff (football field, 7 p.m.) band booster conces­ sions available. Thursday. 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Wednesday, Sept. 18 Tuna noodle casserole, tossed salad, banana. Thursday, Sept. 19 Beef stew, tossed salad, dinner roll, ambrosia. Friday, Sept. 20 Burrito bake, fiesta com, broccoli, grapes. (nuts), macaroni salad, fruited jello. Thursday, Sept. 19 Chicken salad, sandwich thin, Garbanzo bean salad, pineapple. Friday, Sept. 20 Taco salad, Mexican bean & rice salad, cantaloupe, salsa. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Sept. 16 Meatloaf, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, pineapple. Tuesday, Sept. 17 BBQ chicken thigh, brown rice, broccoli, vegetables, apple. Wednesday, Sept. 18 Crumb baked salmon, brown & wild rice, roasted red potatoes, peas, pear. Thursday, Sept. 19 Roast pork w/gravy, sweet potatoes, broccoli, whole grain roll, banana. Friday, Sept. 20 Beef & cheese burrito, fiesta com, broccoli, orange. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Sept. 16 Sliced roast beef & cheddar cheese, sandwich thin, coleslaw, grapes. Tuesday, Sept. 17 Turkey pasta salad, grape tomatoes, diced peaches, club crackers. Wednesday, Sept. 18 Asian chicken salad, Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Painting Group 1 pan. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-ll p.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 ajn. H,WM Reminiscence. Tuesday, Sept. 17 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Train Your Brain 1 p.m.; Board Meeting 2 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Woodland: Card Games. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 19 MSU Caregiver Event 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Hastings: Line Sr. Zumba 5:30 p.m. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Nashville: TV Time; Dominoes 11 am... Friday, Sept. 20 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 9:30 a.m.; Iron Rails 10:30 a.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Nashville passes exterior housing ordinance Taylor Owens Also during the meeting: Staff Writer Volunteers from Barry After more than a year of County United Way sanded work and multiple revisions, the wooden ship in Putnam the Nashville Village Council Park during Day of Caring unanimously passed an exte- Thursday. Director of Public rior rior h housing ordinance Works Scott Decker said the Thursday. boat is being prepared for a “We’ve put a lot of time new coat of finishing. and thought into this,” counDecker said he has been cil president Mike Kenyon discussing with Putnam said. District Library Director At the previous meeting, Savannah Shilton how repairs the ordinance was sent back can be made to the library to the policy and ordinance without interfering with its committee to address a provi- status as a Michigan ssion for inspectors entering Historical Site. residences. Repairs need to be made to Kenyon said the village the porch and steps, so lawyer had encouraged the Savannah is in contact with council to keep the provision, the Michigan Historical but several council members Society. took issue with it. The policy During public comment, and ordinance committee dis- Mike Beachnau said pickle­ cussed tweaking the provi­ ball at Putnam Park is con­ sion, but ultimately decided tinuing to grow in popularity. to remove it entirely, he said. “I just wanted to publicly The council also lowered thank the village ofNashville, the fee required for an appeal the DPW for the effort they from $200 to $100, Kenyon put in to the pickleball noted. The council’s previous courts,” Beachnau said. “It’s legal counsel recommended been great to have our own it be $500. courts. It brings people to The ordinance will go into town.” effect in 20 days. An average of 14 to 22 players are using the courts Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday evenings starting around 5 to 6 p.m., when the regulars get together. “A lot of different people are coming, and it’s spread­ ing by word of mouth,” Beachnau said. He invited people of all ages to come to the courts and play. “If you don’t have a rack­ et, you don’t have a ball, don’t worry we’ll take care of you,” Beachnau said. “It’s open to play, any time you want to play. “It’s public property, just go up there and play.” Trustee Page Headley said the parks and recreation com­ mittee is putting together the next five-year plan. The com­ mittee will be putting a sur­ vey on the village website, and Headley invited input from the public in person or at upcoming committee meetings. 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Service.................................................. 7 Phone: (517) 852-1783 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE e-mail: grace@gc3.org ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH .............................. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer PASTOR KAREN KINNEY 8593 Cloverdale Road REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. 517-588-8415 PASTOR A Spirit-filled Church Children's Sunday School: 930 a.m. (517) 726-0258 Sunday School............................ 1030 a.m. Phone (269) 963-7710 Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI and many other activities. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES Charlotte Vermontville, Ml 49096 10:00 a.m............................... Church Service Youth Groups, Bible Study NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Church Service...................................... 9 a.m. (Nursery Provided) n Leola Hewitt celebrates ___ 95th birthday PASTOR JOE BENEDICT QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. .Worship WEST BENTON CHURCH Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR RICH MITTERLING 517-652-1580 517-231-3434 �Page 4 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, September 14,2019 POLICE, continued from page 1 Koster said he first encountered McDiarmid this spring after Koster received a complaint of ordinance violations at his residence. According to the police chief, McDiarmid had vehi­ cles on his property which were not registered, did not have insurance and was in violation ofthe village’s junk ordinance. Koster said he did not return to the residence until he found further ordi­ nance violations at the prop­ erty, and has since given McDiarmid “countless warn­ ings.” Koster said he explained to McDiarmid that the penal­ ty for being cited a second time for violating the ordi­ nance is jail time of up to 90 days, and/or a fine of up to $500. He pointed out that, since McDiarmid and Pash are married, she could be subject to the same penalty. Explaining the penalty to McDiarmid and Pash was not a threat, but a statement of fact, Koster said. He added that he did not mock McDiarmid about his leg. But Koster noted that he had seen McDiarmid go up a ladder, two days before the meeting, to get on the roof of his house. He also asked how McDiarmid was able to replace Carney’s battery soon after Koster had seen him, if he was in so much pain. “These are things I am curious about,” Koster said. The police chief said he had been checking records and found 'McDiarmid has«“ 'hot obtained a permit to woriT on his house for at least 10 years. McDiarmid replied he did not need one, since he was only changing the pitch of his roof. Koster said he had asked professional inspectors, who said McDiarmid needed a permit. “I will not apologize for when he read his statement from when he answered “In my 35 years of dedicated service, I have White’s questions. been accused of ill character by a single group “I’m sitting here saying I of individuals. These individuals are the people can see some of these things that are in violation of law, and have since found happening,” White said, ges­ it easier to blame the person that is responsible turing to the letters. “That’s for ensuring that the law has no bias, and just my personal opinion.” enforces it when required by law.” After Koster returned to the meeting, White said the Nashville Police Chief Chris Koster council needs to have a member - other than Kenyon enforcing the laws,” Koster had made during his monthly or police committee chair­ said. “Instead, I will ask for police report earlier in the man Johnny Hartwell — con­ compliance and cooperation meeting. White had asked tact the village attorneys and from all the residents of Koster about police officers send them a copy of every­ Nashville. If compliance and parking on the side of M-79, one’s statements. “I don’t have a copy any­ cooperation were to happen, where “no parking” signs are there would not be a need for posted. Koster replied that more,” Koster said. “You better have a copy,” enforcement action... officers were parking on the Nothing in my line ofwork is property of a resident, who White said. “It’s public, a personal vendetta, and had given them permission. record. You can’t go shred it. attacking my character is not White said tire tracks indi­ I think that's a violation.” Kenyon said he can con­ going to exempt you from cated the police cruisers were tact the Michigan State being in violation of village in the “no parking” zone. “It’s a double standard,” Police and ask for an investi­ ordinances, state, or federal White said. “If there’s no gation, if it was what White law.” “Apology accepted,” parking, there’s no parking.” and the rest of the council “No parking” signs were wanted to do. McDiarmid said with a laugh “My personal opinion is, if after Koster finished his put up earlier this year to prevent parents from parking the law wasn’t broke, we statement. “I gave no apology,” on the side of the road while wouldn’t have this problem Koster said. “You didn’t lis­ they wait in line to pick up in the first place,” trustee their children from Fuller Henry Felder said. “If he ten.” Kenyon said he already Street Elementary at the end complied to the ordinances and got the permits, this has apologized to Carney for of the school day. “Sometimes to enforce would not be an issue... It’s not reading her letter at the previous meeting, and want­ laws you have to break been blown completely out of proportion, and it’s way ed to apologize again public­ laws,” Koster said. ly. But he wanted to go to the He pointed out that offi­ too much time that we’ve police chief with the allega­ cers have computers in their wasted.” “Unfortunately, comtions first and ask him if he cars, and use phones while wanted to deal with the com­ driving, something the public plaints is part of being in charge of the police depart­ plaints in an open meeting -­ is not allowed to do. which Koster replied that he White also asked why the ment,” Hartwell said. “I’ve did. police chief did not get his been chair of the (police “I handled that incorrect- police report to the council committee) now for seven ly,”Kenyon said. “Is that a sooner, so White could ask years, or longer, I don’t bad^wa know: And I can rotinf on ^wayto4tandlejit?-No, andlejit?-No, but questiohsaboiitit it’s notme Tight way' Koster replied that he has one hand, including these After Koster read his state­ to wait until he gets the sta­ two letters, complaints. Now ment, he left the room for a tistics from Barry County you take an average and few minutes. 911 Dispatch, and he had that’s less than One a year. I “To read a statement and been busy the past two days think that’s pretty dam then walk out, I don’t know, with reporting to the State of good.” who’s the employee and Michigan. “But if_ you’re getting White later who’s the employer?” trustee referred to Koster’s answer them, you’re getting them,” Gary White asked. “This is as an “excuse.” White said. “And if you’re ridiculous.” White pointed out that, in blowing them off and not White had already taken his opinion, Koster’s doing nothing with them...” issue with statements Koster demeanor was different “They’re not being blown off, every one is read and every one is dealt with,” Hartwell replied. “That’s a slap in my face.” “I work with Chris almost on a daily basis,” Kenyon Building Products. said. “I see a professional.” ARMSTRONG He added that he did not believe Carney intentionally USG DRYWALL CEILING made anything up to attack TILE Koster. f'aaMEHAND POWER TOOLS Vinyl siding Fkaaar CABINETS OAK, PINE MOLDING PLYWOOD - LUMBER PRE-HUNG STEEL DOORS |dc0 THERMAITRU POOM POOL CARE PRODUCTS IIg fl PLUMBING SUPPLIES DRY MIX CRETE “Did we do your com­ plaint justice?” Kenyon asked Carney, who said an investigation is warranted. “I don’t understand why our chief of police can say ‘Your husband needs to get his head out of his ass,’ Carney said. “If he’s saying language like that, or saying ‘I could put you in jail,’ to our local piano teacher, I don’t understand why that isn’t bullying.” “I will apologize for say­ ing he needs to get his head out of his ass,” Koster said. “I will hot apologize for explaining to him what the laws are?’ Nashville - Afterward,, Director of Public Works Scott Decker asked if he could make a statement. Decker said in the many years he has worked for the council he has dealt with a few complaints, but he never dreamt it would be OK to have them read in an open meeting. “The policy clearly states how these things are han­ dled,” Decker said. “As com­ plaints, they have to go through the proper channels. So tonight we’ve got this circus of a show out here, and we’re pointing fingers at each other, and what are we gaining? We’re gaining noth­ ing. We’re causing hard feel­ ings amongst council, employees and citizens.” Decker said the circum­ stances make it hard to be an employee of the village. “It is very painful to sit here "and listen to this,”' Decker said. “This could be me. Someone could write a letter about me tomorrow to the village council, and it could be read in a public meeting, before anything is ever done about it. “Is that the way this is supposed to be, Mike? Is that what our policy outlines?” “No,” Kenyon replied “I’m not defending any­ body, I’m just saying com­ plaints against employees do not get handled like this they should not get handled like this,” Decker said. “We end up with nothing but a clown show.” Kenyon read the board policy for complaints against department heads, which includes the police chief. The policy states com­ plaints should be considered in writing. Afterward, the recipient of the complaint on the council needs to contact the subject of the complaint to notify them. The person conducting die investigation needs to collect information, and send it to the council committee, in this case, the police commit­ tee. From there, the police committee decides whether to recommend disciplinary action to the council. The subject of the complaint can ask for an open or closed session hearing. The council may discuss the issue in closed session, but the final action must take place during open session. Afterward, the complainant will be notified of the results of the investi­ gation. “I thought what Scott said was absolutely positively outstanding,” Kenyon said. He chose to address the com­ plaint as he did because he hoped Koster, Carney and McDiarmid would be able to talk it out at the meeting, but he agreed it had turned into “clown show.” “I was wrong,” Kenyon said. “So, I guess we’ve learned,” trustee Tanett Hodge said. “A lot of this comes from being in a small town and everybody knows everybody. And so we think we can go talk to that person and take care of it and it will all be OK... We’ve got to stick to policy, even if we’re a small towns, or we’re going to get ourselves into trouble, and that’s what we did.” Trustee Page Headley said the council did not get a chance to make an informed decision, as they had not seen the letters, or been told what was going on before the meeting. Headley, one ofthe newest members of the council, pointed out the complaint policy was not among any of the documents she was given when she joined - and it is not posted online. Other council members did not have the policy either, so the council decided to take no action and discuss it at the next meeting at 7 p.m. Sept. 26. Trustee Steve Priddy was absent. :x: CREDIT, continued from page 1 jConic jnome.tp noomnec.tp FIBERGLASS INSULATION SHU Johns Manville HtoPAjtf TANK* nucnd Mav:T RugDodor SUPPLIES & RENTAL Rhometown/ ■13LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State in Nashville • 852-0882 www.HometownLumber.com the outside ofthe building, to Counting their replacements, avoid the bowed pipes. the number of new teachers Board treasurer Craig at Maple Valley is up to 15. Lackscheide said the compa­ “It has been a very, very ny that fixed the roof during busy month in central office, the bond is under warranty and in the buildings,” and should be responsible for Bertolini said. She is employ­ fixing the issue. ing an interview process she But President Brian Green called “grueling,” which said the warranty was for takes three hours, to find the leaks occurring because of best candidates. the roof, not for leaks caused “I think it’s a bad deal by drainage pipes under the when we have this much roll­ floor. over in one year,” Bertolini said a crew will Lackscheide said, adding that thread a snake inspection he does not appreciate when camera through the under­ staff members give less than ground pipes to find the two weeks’ notice before source ofthe leaks. leaving. Second-grade teacher Board vice president Brittany Cole, and Andrea Montgomery said the Maplewood science teacher number of open teaching Matt Gordeneer both positions is an issue resigned in the last month. schools across the state, which is causing the turnover and short-notice departures. Trent Harvey was named staff member of the month. Bertolini said Harvey was nominated by two teachers, who complimented his ener­ gy and enthusiasm, and said he greets all the staff and students. Harvey was not present at the meeting. Terry Woodman, who retired from the assistant transportation director posi­ tion in 2017, was given the Lion Pride Award. Woodman substituted for a bus driver who had a family emergency at the start ofthe school year, and typed up the new route to make the return to work easi­ er on the driver. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, September 14,2019 — Page 5 »xs ?sj» j» ^ >, 'O' v vSX' s SN ''Alt Avv lt Js* > Sb ■**SS *k s > *SS W W !,!,k. *«■ lMS *» ••Sfe* !S >f$e> ‘••kS’S -*»t»t »t»t U M *' 5J5S BmannI , . flHMstm (‘U■J»*h* SWTialU^ ■wit Basnsit Defender scores Vikes’ first goal in GLAC win BllrnH llrrneHtt BB<B«Amrk» B<rBe«Ammerkr» "“—““—~ Sports Editor The Lakewood varsity boys soccer team worked on adding bodies to the attack this week and the Maple Valley boys weren’t ready for it. Playing more offense and less defense led to a 7-0 vic­ tory for the Vikings over vis­ iting Maple Valley in Greater Lansing Athletic Conference play Wednesday afternoon. Heather Carter, a junior defender, scored the opening goal of the game for Lakewood — his first varsity goal. That was exactly the kind of thing the Vikings have been looking for since a rough 5-0 loss in a non-conference match-up with rival Ionia Saturday. Carter came out of the back to finish off a comer kick and give his team the Maple Valley midfielder Eli Nelson looks for space early lead Wednesday. after getting around Lakewood’s Heath Carter during “We had a few more cross­ their GLAC match-up at Lakewood High School es today, which was nice,” Wednesday evening. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Lakewood head coach James LeVeqde said. “The whole ing at the to of the 18.” the scoring in the second practices the last two days The Vikings created those half. have been built around build­ chances, and created a num­ Lakewood’s scoring lead­ ing the ball up out of the ber of breakaway chances as er Steven Bierens added back and making sure we’re well and did a fairly goodjob three goals to his season getting more guys into the of finish those off. Carter total, after not participating attack. We were getting our wasn’t the only Viking to get in Saturday’s contest in fullbacks involved a little his first varsity goal. Ionia. Lakewood also got more. We were getting balls Freshman attacker Alex two goals from junior midto the comer and making Russell got behind the Lion fielder Caleb Fletcher. sure we were crossing with defense and booted a shot “The guys are moving off guys crashing instead ofjust just over the fingertips of the the ball better today,” crossing with one guy hover- Lion goalkeeper to close out LeVeque said. “We have Maple Valley’s Owen Bailey rushes past Lakewood’s Connor Feighan in the midfield during their GLAC match at Lakewood High School Wednesday evening. (Photo by Brett Bremer) been struggling with move­ ment, being stationary and we pass the ball and then we stand and support and we have no intensity pushing the ball up the field as a team. So, we end up with on or two guys running hard and attacking the net and everybody else sitting back. We just keep playing defense. We didn’t play near as much defense today.” The Lions had one strong scoring chance on a comer kick early in the bailgame, and the trio of Eli Nelson, Owen Bailey and Duncan Seume put together another nice charge on the Viking net late in the game. . “Hats off to them. They played well,” Maple Valley head coach Andrew Roush said. “They took it to us. He has a good program. It is good to go up against to see it. We played well the first 30-35 minutes and matched up well. I saw good things, things we can take forward. We have good leadership, even without a ton of upper­ classmen, and we have a good younger core.” Roush was pleased to see his guys holding their shape and positions, especially early on, taking away space and picking up opponents. Lakewood improves to 2-1 in the GLAC with the victory while the Lions fall to 2-2 in the conference. The Vikings followed up the win over the Lions with another shutout Thursday, 4-0 in a non-conference con­ test at Portland. The Lions scored a victory oftheir own Monday, besting Bellevue 8-6 in a non-conference match. Nelson had four goals, Devin Thopmson two and Garrett Pearson and Logan Boldrey added one each. Thompson and Pearson had two assists each and Nelson and Bailey had one assist apiece. Maple Valley was sched­ uled to visit Pennfield for a non-conference contest yesterday, and will be back in action hosting Parents’ Night at Fuller Street Field in Nashville as it takes on Potterville. The Lions host their Maple Valley Invitational next Saturday (Sept. 21). Band swings through time with first performance ■rai totaita’ »n J Isstetei ■aka ajutiSi!^ iiptit toatok ®&6 ra err t safetei,«!ali vtag ifarasittfe fe’lskf as® M Clj- |W®i ®® ®f nja- ii«w® |feK«u h^«M ^« Oto®®’' ,-$J , *** w w* OnnaRay Johnson plays the xylophone. 'l#*. 'l#* Drum Major Jenna Weiler leads the Maple Valley High School band in its first per­ formance of the year, “Sing, Sing, Sing,” as part of their theme, “Swingin’ Through Time,” at the Sept. 6, football game. The band will showcase its theme at the Hastings Invitational and DeWitt Invitational in the first two weeks of October. (Photos by Taylor Owens) Hailey Martin works the concession stands with the Maple Valley Band Boosters. Samuel Hochstetler marches with the trumpet during halftime. �Page 6 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday September 14, 2019 Lion trio scores medals at Gun Lake Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley’s Ashton Ripley, Ben Benedict and Curtis Walker raced to med­ al-winning times in the Kellogg Division (for small­ er schools) race at Monday afternoon’s Thornapple Kellogg Coach B Invitational at Gun Lake. Ripley, a freshman, led the Lion team with his 13th-place time of 19 minutes 23.90 seconds. Benedict was 17th in 19:3228 and Walker 20th in 2004:03. “For the first time they had only around 40 seconds of time between our first and third runner,*' Maple Valley head coach Tiffany Blakely said. “Junior Curtis Walker had an incredible race. Knowing he had to put in a fast race to medal, he stayed as close to Benedict and Ripley as he could. Normally there is a minute difference between his time and Benedict’s, but today only 30 seconds. Just shows how much work he put into the race.” The Maple Valley boys’ team also had Torin Bell 33rd in 20:59.8 and Trevor Duffey 55th in 23:35.7. “Bell also had a great race, finally feeling great, he was able to take off nearly two minutes to run a personal best time and stayed within a minute of our top three run­ ners,” Blakely said. The Grand Rapids Track Club Peregrines outran West Michigan Aviation for the boys’ championship, 32-41. Libertas Christian was third with 106 points, ahead of Maple Valley’s Hope Taggart twists through a couple turns during the early stages of the Kellogg Division girls’ race Saturday at Thornapple Kellogg’s Coach B Invitational at Gun Lake. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Grand River Prep 111,Maple Valley 112 and West Catholic 120. West Catholic senior Edward Frey won the boys’ race in 17:50.33, with the Peregrines putting Zak Grabill second in 18:06.30 and Israel Nobel third in 18:0858. Freshman Hope Taggart NASHVILLE ADOPTS NEW EXTERIOR HOUSING ORDINANCE On September 12th, 2019 at a regular council meeting the Nashville Village Council adopted a new Exterior Housing Ordinance. This new Ordinance will take effect on October 4th, 2019. A copy of the new ordinance is available in the Village Office for public viewing. Village of Nashville 712 S. Durkee St, Nashville, Ml 49073 Nashville Self Storage will host a live public AUCTION on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 1:00pm for the contents of the following deliquent units. NAME SIZE MYALL 10X20 EISNER 10X20 2-10X24 ROBINSON SEGER 12X20 5X12 We reserve the right to reject any low bids. Call Cory at 269-986-1684 with any questions. NOTICE Lions start GLAC play with win over Perry The Maple Valley varsity volleyball team opened the Greater Lansing Activities Conference season with a quick three-set victory over visiting Perry Tuesday evening. The Lions bested the Ramblers 25-15, 25-10, 25-14. Keilyn Carpenter blasted 16 kills and five aces. The Lion team was tough from the service line, hitting 14 aces as a team. Carli Deo had three aces and Jillian Moore, Josey Terpening and Trista Medina had two aces each. Deo, Moore and Olivia Roush all put 100 percent of their serves in play. LEGAL Christian 111, Grand River “I am really proud ofwhat Prep 138 and Godwin the boys accomplished Heights 195. tonight,” Blakely said SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN Grand Rapids Track Club Thursday. “We didn’t have P.C., is attempting to collect a sophomore Jana Stiffler was one of our top runners debt; any information obtained the individual champ in the (Ashton Ripley) due to a will be used for that purpose. MORTGAGE SALE Frances girls’ race with a time of back injury, and yet they still Adkins, single woman, granted a 21:01.25. came out and gave it their all. mortgage to Mortgage Electronic The Lions had just raced It has been a hard couple of Registrations Systems,, Inc., Mortgagee, dated June 2, 2017, Saturday at the Battle Creek weeks racing (four races in and recorded on June 5, 2017, Lakeview Invitational at eight days) and team was in Document No. 2017-005610, and modified on July 11, 2018, Riverside Elementary. getting tired.” recorded July 20, 2018, in The Lion boys’ team was Benedict earned another Document No. 2018-007045 fourth out of eight teams, led medal, placing 17th in and assigned by said mortgagee by Ripley’s 40th-place time 18:58.9. The Lion team also to Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper, as assigned, of 18:05.4. had Curtis Walker 44th in Barry County Records, Michigan It was just the Lion boys 20:10.7, Bell 54th in 20:41.6, on which mortgage there is in action Thursday at the Duffey 63rd in 21:11.1 and claimed to be due at the date the sum of One Hundred Delton Kellogg Invitational Adam Blakely 100th in hereof Four Thousand Four Hundred at Gilmore Car Museum, 23:28.7. Seventy-Five and 41/100 with both Lion ladies out Benedict and Walker ran Dollars ($104,475.41). Under the power of sale contained in sick. their fastest times ever on the said mortgage and the statute in The Maple Valley boys course, and for Bell, Adm such case made and provided, were eighth in a field of 15 Blakely and Duffey it was notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a teams, their fastest varsity times on sale of the mortgaged premises, 128272 NASHVILLE SELF STORAGE HUMMEL pushes for a medal-winning spot, but came up just short placing 33rd in 26:43.1. “She had an outside chance and really had to run the race of her life,” Blakely said. “Her first mile was very strong, and she held it as long as she could. She ran with everything today, and seeing her exhausted at the end told me how aggressive she was during the race.” Her teammate Alyson Gusey placed 71st in 39:095. “Gusey ran a course best time, and both girls ran their second fastest time of the season,” Blakely said. “They are still keeping on track with their goals of improve­ ment in each race.” West Catholic took the girls’ championship in the Kellogg Division with 42 points, ahead of Grand Rapids Track Club 57, West Michigan Aviation 66, Hopkins 104, Libertas Lion junior Alyson Gusey makes her way along the edge of Gun Lake during the Kellogg Division girls’ race at Monday’s Coach B Invitational hosted by Thornapple Kellogg. (Photo by Brett Bremer) any course yet. “Blakely had the most consistent race with nearly even splits for each mile to take off over 40 seconds for a personal best time,” coach Blakely said. “It was a great race to watch because they really put a lot of heart into tonight’s race and I couldn’t be more proud of them.” Bloomingdale took the boys’ championship on the day, scoring 35 points. Covenant Christian was sec­ ond with 39 points, ahead of Pennfield 107, Delton Kellogg 110, Olivet 151, Constantine 181, Paw Paw 200, Maple Valley 205, Marcellus 226, Wyoming 247 and Hastings 256. Bloomingdale junior Joe Furlan won the boys’ race in 17:10.22. The girls’ championship went to Covenant Christian with 71 points. Paw Paw was second with 77, ahead of Hastings 104, Olivet 108, Galesburg-Augusta 126, Bloomingdale 141, Hopkins 47, Delton Kellogg 161, Pennfield 235, Constantine 283 and Wyoming 284. Paw Paw junior Hannah Richmond was the individual champion on the girls’ side, hitting the finish line in 20:06.71. Medina had three kills and 22 assists from her setter position. Maple Valley had five girls with at least three digs, a group led by Terpening with nine. Carpenter had seven and Moore contributed six. The Lions came within a couple points ofwinning the Zion Christian Tournament Saturday, falling to White Cloud 26-24, 28-26 in the championship match after winning their first five matches ofthe day. Maple Valley took 2-0 wins over Martin, Zion Christian, Calhoun Christian and Fennville to open the tournament. Godwin Heights or some part of them, at public vendue, at the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings Michigan, at 1:00 PM, on October 03, 2019. Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: Lot 3, Block 1 of Kenfield's 2nd Addition to the City of Hastings according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 37 of Barry County Records. The redemption period will be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless abandoned under under MCL 600.3241a, 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period will be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days was the only team to take a set off the Lions before the final, with the Maple Valley girls scoring a 25-8, 21-25, 15-4 win to reach the final. Carpenter led the Lions in from MCL 600.3241 a(b) nnotice, the whichever is later; or kills at the tournament with unless extinguished pursuant 83 and Deo added 15. Moore to MCL 600.3238. If the above knocked down eight kills referenced property is sold att a foreclosure sale under Chapter throughout the day. Carpenter 32 of Act 236 of 1961, under and Deo had 17 aces each at MCL 600.3278, the borrower the tournament, and Roush will be held responsible to the person who buys the property contributed 11. Carpenter at the mortgage foreclosure also had five blocks, with sale or to the mortgage holder Moore and Ashlyn Wilkes for damaging the property addin thr ah during during the the redemption redemption period. period. adding three each. Nationstar Nationstar Mortgage Mortgage LLC LLC d/b/a d/b/ Medina put up 92 assists to Mr. Cooper Mortgagee/Assigne e go with her 30 digs. Terpening Schneiderman & Sherman P.C. Research Dr, Suite 300 had 69 digs, Carpenter 32, 23938 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 Deo 22 and Roush 21. 1394566 (08-31 )(09-21) 127291 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 14, 2019 — Page 7 Bridgman shuts out Lions in second half to pull away Brett Bremer Sports Editor A 90-yard scoring drive to take the lead late in the open­ ing quarter was one of the highlights of the Maple Valley season so far Friday night at Bridgman. Bridgman rallied to score 22 unanswered points how­ ever and went on to a 46-16 victory over the visiting Lions, shutting them out over the final two quarters to pull away. Blaze Sensiba scored that opening touchdown for the Lions, on a 7-yard run, fin­ ishing off a drive that started at the Lions’ own 10-yardline after a 15-yard penalty was tacked onto a long Bridgman punt. “Colton Gibson ran some really nice traps to get us out of trouble and then once we got near midfield we were able to start powering it right at them,” Lion head coach Recreation SYCAMORE SPRINGS CAMPGOUND will be Open for the Winter Season from November 1, 2019 to April 1, 2020. We will have 10 full hookup sites, and rustic sites for Polar Bear Camping. Call ahead for reservations. Fire­ wood available by the Face Cord. Delivery available. Call 517-726-4065. 3266 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville, MI 49426. 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Sensiba rushed 16 times for 45 yards and completed 2-of3 passes for another 34 yards. “We were right there in that first half,” Martin said. “We get some stops on defense, we get some confi­ dence and we get a lead then that is a different bailgame. Their kids really had a hard time with us blowing it right at them. They were bigger than us and we still moved it right at them. We just have to shore things up. I don’t know if it is going to be a person­ nel thing, where we swap out some personnel, or if we just keep working on the funda-’ mentals with the personnel that we have. Nate Necas led Bridgman on the ground, rushing eight times for 163 yards. He scored Bridgman’s first touchdown, taking a pass from quarterback Hunter Adams 40 yards for a score with less than two minutes to play in the first quarter, pull­ ing his team to within 8-6 of the Lions at the time. Heckathom ran in a twopoint conversion following the Lions’ opening touch­ down. Necas would add touch­ down runs of 6 yards and 54 yards before the night was over. Adams had a 40-yard TD run of his own and also tossed touchdown passes of 35 yards and 41 yards to Donnie Necas. The 35-yarder to Donnie and the six-yard TD run by Nate put Bridgman in front 22-8 with 3:02 to play in the first half. The Lions answered with a five-yard touchdown run Help Wanted by Heckathom, and another WATER WELL DRILLING ttwo-point run, to get within Company seeking full and 22-16 at the half. part-time help. Wifi pay com­ Adams scored his 40-yard petitive wages. 40 hrs plus touchdown run 17 seconds overtime offered. Preferred CDL with valid drivers license. into the second half, and the Job expectations in field of Bridgman defense never let fabrication, operation ofheavy equipment and laborer avail­ able. Random drug and alco­ PUBLISHER’S hol screening will be required. NOTICE: Apply in person. 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Three of the children were dead at the scene, authorities said. The sheriff’s office is reporting that the fourth child is in sta­ ble condition. The four children, siblings from a local family, were between the ages of six and 13. The driver of the motor Vermontville Highway is closed off Wednesday evening after the crash. (Photo by Taylor Owens) vehicle was taken to an area hospital for evaluation. “It is difficult to find words to describe this horrif­ ic tragedy,” Eaton County SheriffTom Reich said. “Our hearts and prayers go out to the parents who are enduring such unimaginable loss and grief, and also to their extended family and close community. “Our Victim Advocates are assisting the family, and we will continue to provide our support and resources. We grieve with them.” The Eaton County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Team and Detective Bureau are investi­ gating the crash. First responders outline their challenges Castleton Maple Grove Nashville Assistant Fire Chief Wayne Gould and Nashville Police Chief Chris Koster talk about their weekly first responder meetings. Taylor Owens StaffWriter Nashville’s first respond­ ers told elected officials of the scope of the challenges they face during a public forum Tuesday evening. At the meeting were Nashville Police Chief Chris Koster, Castleton Maple Grove Nashville Assistant Fire ChiefWayne Gould and Emergency Services Director Mel Oakley, along with members of those depart­ ments, and elected officials who serve on their respective boards and committees. No members of the public attended the meeting to ask the first responders ques­ tions, although the speakers gave updates on their depart­ ments and the challenges Castleton Maple Grove Emergency Medical Services Director Mel Oakley talks about the challenges of Michigan first responders. (Photos by Taylor Owens) they face. Oakley said the EMS is on track for its busiest year in recent memory, but not their most profitable year. “We’re still chasing money for trips we took years ago,” Oakley said, add­ ing that the service is going to court to get money for a run they went on in 2015. Oakley is seeking a Siren grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to pay for EMT education to expand See FIRST RESPONDERS, pg. 4 Maple Valley sprays to protect against EEE Greg Chandler StaffWriter State health officials have confirmed seven cases of the mosquito-borne disease Eastern equine encephalitis in humans in Michigan four of which were announced Tuesday and one of which is in Barry County. As a result, several area schools are rescheduling evening activities to reduce the risk of residents being exposed to the disease. At Maple Valley Schools, the district hadn’t made any schedule changes, but took a variety of other steps in response to the advisory. On Wednesday, the district had its pest control company spray all of its exterior grounds, including athletic fields and playgrounds, for mosquito control, Superintendent Dr. Katherine Bertolini said. In addition, Maple Valley secured mosquito repellent spray to make it available at any outdoor venue in the district. “We will have the spray available at these venues for anyone who chooses to apply it,” Bertolini wrote in an email to district parents. “This is a very rare disease, but we don’t want to take any chances with the health of our community.” Three of the seven EEE cases have been fatal, accord­ ing to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. “Michigan is currently experiencing its worst Eastern equine encephalitis outbreak in more than a decade,” MDHHS chief medical executive Dr. Joneigh Khaldun said. “The ongoing cases reported in humans and animals and the severity of this disease illus­ trate the importance of tak­ ing precautions against mos­ quito bites.” Other counties where EEE cases have been reported include Kalamazoo, Cass, Van Buren and Berrien, Khaldun said. MDHSS and the BarryEaton District Health Department have recom­ mended schools and commu­ nities postpone or reschedule evening events until the first hard frost occurs. Health officials said the individual in Barry County who contracted EEE is being treated, but the department is not releasing any further details, citing health infor­ mation privacy laws. “We do know we have a case, and that is all we can really say at this point,” page O In This Issue • Assyria residents looking for township history; meeting is Sept. 28 • Homecoming heats up Maple Valley • Lion score one-goal win over visiting Potterville • Great times for GLAC runners • Vermontville hosts picnic and car cruise-in on Sept. 28 �Saturday, September 21.2019 PMe2JuaS.-A, _. —^7 Assyria residents looking for township history ivieetin fanned Sept. 2S. Towdnship,d e sfubli shrfbo^ . Ashmun Asaph KcnaSppen en hsshared istorybits ofBarry from way back when he address! the t"T'SOCr;f “f “ “seph “Even m. r. 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While most people infected with the virus do not become ill, children under the age of 15 and those older than 50 are at greater risk for devel­ oping a severe infection, which could lead to perma­ nent brain damage or death. “The risk of bites from infected mosquitoes is high­ est for people who work or Strive for Five Dr. Katherine Bertolini Superintendent As you read this, homecoming 2019 is now a part of our history. We hope you were able to “Come home to the Valley” and reconnect with friends and family as we celebrate our students and our community. This week my co-author is Trent Harvey.. He is focusing on our attendance initiatives for our elementary schools. Attendance is a crucial factor in student learning and academic success. We rely on our strong partner ships with families to get the kids in the door so we can keep providing engaging instruction to inspire and enlighten their minds and hearts. Strive for Five is an important topic to cover when it comes to school and providing your students with the best opportunities. Here at Fuller Street Elementary and Maplewood, we engrain into our students how important it is to attend school. During the 2019-2020 school year, we have implemented a few changes to encourage our students to “Strive for Five.” We are looking at encouraging our students to achieve an attendance of 85 percent at Fuller and 86 percent at Maplewood for the month of September. These percentages were brought forward from research of last year’s attendance and whatt we would like to achieve. These new changes are meant to bring our students together to work as a team and reward the build­ ings as a whole for everyone’s achievements. Our wonderful administrative assistants, Abby Harris and Nora Mann, created some beautiful boards to help our stu­ dents see the progress with a visual aid. The progress boards will be located by the main offices for all students to be able to see. The boards will be updated weekly so that it gives the students an up-to-date visualization of how they as a whole building are doing. This also will help students to motivate each other to want to come to school. When the students achieve the percentage goal that has been set for the month, a prize will be awarded to the building as a whole. For the month of September, when the goal is reached, an extra outside activity will take place, weather per­ mitting. The prizes for achieved goals will change, month to month, and both buildings will have equal opportunities to obtain these prizes. With Strive for Five being a yearlong goal, all students who are able to maintain this goal will receive a certificate at the conclusion of the year showing their hard work toward main­ taining a good attendance record. \ Stay tuned for updates on how our students do as we “Strive for Five.” - Trent Harvey, Ascending Principal play outdoors in these areas, Burgstahier said. Early symptoms of EEE include the sudden onset of headache, high fever, chills, body and joint aches. Symptoms usually appear 4 to 10 days after exposure. EEE can develop into severe encephalitis (brain swelling), resulting in headache, disori­ entation, tremors, seizures and paralysis. On Wednesday, several Barry County school districts announced schedule changes in response to the health advisory. Lakewood Public Schools announced a plan to move the start time of evening events, as well as practices and youth programs, so that they will be completed by dusk. Thursday’s home junior varsity game against Otsego began at 5 p.m., while Friday’s homecoming game against Perry was to kick off at 5 p.m. “Additionally, we will be fogging critical outdoor spaces at the high school on Friday,” Superintendent Randy Fleenor wrote in an email. District officials said they plan to send information about EEE to parents this week, pending communica­ tion from health officials. In the Hastings Area School System, Thursday’s freshman and junior varsity football games were resched­ uled, with kickoff for the freshman game at 3:30 p.m., one hour earlier than usual. The junior varsity game fol­ lowed the freshman contest. In addition, all sports and band practices are expected to ehd by dusk, and the dis­ trict is having a professional service spray all athletic fields and playgrounds to try to eradicate mosquitoes. As a community, we encourage everyone to ask students about their attendance and what they are learning when they are with us. The more adults from all areas of students’ lives ask them about the work they do, every day, the more relevant and important the learning is perceived by our kids. Enjoy those conversations. Talking with our students is one ofthe most rewarding parts of my job and I invite you to join us in supporting our stu­ dents’ efforts everyday. It is a great day to be in the Valley. Dr. Bertolini Maple Valley News Published by... “We’re trying to take all the necessary precautions,” Hastings Superintendent Dan Remenap said. On Wednesday, Remanap emailed a letter to parents in the district, updating them on the EEE situation. At Delton Kellogg Schools, athletic director Mike Mohn said outdoor ath­ letic events are being moved up to a 5:30 p.m. start time, at the latest. Thursday’s junior varsity football game at Lawton will begin at 5:30, while the varsity football team’s Veterans Appreciation Night game against Lawton kicked off at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Mohn said. Mohn said he had looked into starting Friday’s game at 4 p.m., but found scheduling ofofficials for an earlier time slot or Saturday day game difficult because of officials’ day jobs, plus many officials work collegiate games on Saturdays. He is encouraging both athletes and fans attending events to bring their own bug spray, since the school can­ not provide that. At Thornapple Kellogg Schools, no schedule chang­ es have been made, but district officials are taking steps to rid the district grounds of mosquitoes. “Our grounds department does an excellent job of maintaining our school grounds as well as our athlet­ ic venues,” TK Assistant Superintendent Craig McCarthy cary wrote wroe in n an email. ema. “Weecu cut theegssou grass around ou our g buildings as well as on the practice fields weekly. There are few areas with standing water for mosquitos to breed. Additionally, we are sched­ uled to have our practice fields and the stadium sprayed as an added preven­ tative measure.” GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. McCarthy recommended pellents. that students, staff and com­ • Get rid of mosquito munity members apply insect breeding sites by emptying repellent before attending an standing water from flower outdoor event in the district. pots, buckets, barrels and “It is our hope that our other containers; eliminate recommendations are fol­ sources of standing water lowed and that the precau­ around buildings and facili­ tions we’re taking are suffi­ ties. cient to keep our students, • Wear long pants, long­ staff and community mem- sleeved shirts and socks with bers healthy,” he said. shoes when the weather per­ School officials are mits. reminding parents to have • Make sure windows and their kids use bug spray with doors have secure screens to DEET and wear long sleeves keep mosquitoes from get­ under their practice jerseys ting inside. to prevent mosquito bites In addition to the human and encouraged to be on time EEE cases, nine cases of when picking up their chil­ EEE in horses were con­ dren after practice concludes. firmed in Barry, Kalamazoo, The MDHHS has recom­ Lapeer and St. Joseph coun­ mended that communities ties as of Tuesday. None of and schools take the follow­ the horses were vaccinated ing steps: against EEE, and all the ani­ • Consider rescheduling, mals have died. An EEE vac­ relocating or cancelling out­ cine is available for horses, door activities that typically but not for people. take place from dusk until Also, five deer in Barry, dawn. Cass, Genesee, Kalamazoo • If outdoor events are and Van Buren counties have planned between dusk and been confirmed with EEE dawn, attendees should be infection and were eutha­ encouraged to use insect nized due to the severity of repellents to protect them- their disease symptoms, state selves. The repellents should officials said. include an active ingredient More information about registered with the EEE activity in Michigan Environmental Protection can be found at michigan. 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This way, readers will get to know them, and have a better understanding of the people who are working in the com­ munity and mentoring their children. This article introduces spe­ Kristin Benedict (Photo cial education teacher Kristin provided) Benedict: Where did you go to School in school? I went to college at Elementary Liberty University in Appomattox, Va. What is your passion as an Lynchburg, Va., where I graduated with both my educator? 1 love seeing my bachelor’s and master’s students excited about the things we are learning about. degrees. Where did you teach pre­ I love to learn, so I love to viously? Before teaching at teach students new things. Maple Valley, I taught for My passion is to help my five years at Appomattox students realize their unlimit- barfy County Commiss.ion on Aa g•i ng >M<enu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Sept. 23 Roast beef, mashed potatoes & gravy, broccoli, whole grain roll, apple. Tuesday, Sept. 24 Fiesta lime chicken, brown cilantro rice, cauliflower, baby carrots, peaches. Wednesday, Sept. 25 Baked potato bar, broccoli cheese soup, tossed salad, banana. Thursday, Sept. 26 Volunteer Luncheon. Congregate sites closed. Friday, Sept. 27 Spaghetti with meat sauce, tossed salad, Texas toast, fruited jello. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Sept. 23 their staff, so the department can have the second ambu­ lance run when the first is on a call. He also is seeking a grant to purchase another ed potential when they work ambulance. hard. He hopes to use any addi­ Tell us a bit about you and tional funding as a nest egg your family. My husband, for retirement benefits. Daniel Benedict, and I have “We just lost one of the been married for three years. guys who works the most He is a 2008 graduate from often to another agency Maple Valley. I have a dog because they offer benefits, named Bailey who I abso­ and we do not,” Oakley said. lutely adore! We love to trav­ “That will be the way this el and explore new places. goes until we’re able to offer One of our favorite hobbies something more than an is hiking. We have been liv­ hourly rate.” ing in Virginia and just He pointed out that most moved to Michigan! other services offer their What’s it like working in employees paid time off, the district? I have found that retirement packages and everyone is so helpful and sometimes health care — none supportive. Everyone has of which Nashville’s service been so friendly and welcom­ can offer. ing. “I can’t compete,” Oakley What’s the most important said. “We’re trying, but you lesson you want your stu­ can only get so much blood dents to learn? I want my out of a stone.” students to know that they Gould said the fire depart­ can do anything and go any­ ment recently trained with where if they work hard. Eaton County agencies, They can accomplish great including Vermontville things if they do not give up. Township Fire Department, They are all so valuable and on a school shooting scenario have so much potential! at Maplewood School in Vermontville. A number of volunteers, including young people, went into the class­ rooms after school and acted as though they were the vic­ tims of a shooting. “It was eye opening when you’re going down the hall­ way and you got three depu­ ties in front of you, and one diced carrots, banana. behind you, and you’re in a Wednesday, Sept. 25 line, and you get near a class­ Macaroni and cheese, room and you can hear kids Brussels sprouts, black beans hollering for help,” Gould & com, orange. said. “That was the first Thursday, Sept. 26 round oftraining for us; there Smothered pork cutlet, will be many more.” stuffing, baked potato, The cost ofthose trainings broccoli, banana. can start to add up, he said. Friday, Sept. 27 Koster said he wanted to Spaghetti w/meat sauce, have the police department mixed vegetables, participate in the training, but applesauce. could not pay the overtime to do so. Activities Calendar The trio also talked about Monday, Sept. 23 the difficulty of communicaHastings: Card Program 9-11 tion, with different services am.; Painting Group 1 pm. l. working with separate radio Delton: Walking 11 am.-l systems. p.m. Woodland: Card Games Oakley said he has to have 11 am. Nashville: Dominoes three radios with him to be 11 a.m. H.WJ4 able to communicate with all Reminiscence. the departments in different Tuesday, Sept. 24 areas. The police run on the Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 statewide 800 megahertz sys­ am.; Line Dancing 9:30 tem, which the EMS has in am.; Train Your Brain 1 the ambulances, but the fire pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 departments do not have it. am. “If I’m standing 10 feet Wednesday, Sept. 25 away from you I can look at Hastings: Card Program 9-11 you, but I can’t talk to you on am.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 the radio,” Oakley said. pm. Woodland: Card Koster said he has heard it Games. Delton: Walking 11 will take at least five years am.-l p.m.; September Birthdays. Nashville: before the services will be on the same system. Dominoes 11 am. Oakley pointed out that Thursday, Sept. 26 Volunteer Luncheon 10:30 responders also experience am.-12:30 pm. N/D -poor service with the 800 Hz pm. N/D Closed. H -- No No Zumba Zumba radios in areas like Woodland. tonight “They call it the statewide Frida.y, Sept. 27 27 -system,” Oakley said. “Don’t Hastings: Exercise 9 ajn.; let that idea fool you, it’s not Bingo 9:30 am.; Iron Rails actually statewide.” He com­ 10:30 am. Woodland: Card pared the system to a cell Games 11 am. Nashville: phone carrier that advertises Sliced turkey & Swiss cheese, sandwich thin, potato salad, Mandarin oranges. Tuesday, Sept. 24 Chicken pasta salad, broccoli cranberry salad, pineapple, club crackers. Wednesday, Sept. 25 Chicken Caesar salad, Italian pasta salad, grapes. Thursday, Sept. 26 Egg salad, sandwich thin, garbanzo bean salad, diced peaches. Friday, Sept. 27 Chef salad, macaroni salad, fruitedjello. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Sept. 23 Roast beef, mashed potatoes & gravy, broccoli, whole grain roll, apple. Tuesday, Sept. 24 Fiesta lime chicken, brown cilantro rice, cauliflower, STHSST DANCE ON MAIN ST. Tn VERMONTVILLE ^SATURDAY, SEPT 28™. PICNIC begins at 4:30 • EATING at 5:00 Bring own table service and dish to pass CAR CRUISE IN and DANCE from 6:00-9:00 Cars may come at 5:00 ifthey wish to getparked before the music begins. FEATURING THE BAND - BLIND AMBITION r Bring a lawn chair if you wish and come enjoy ’ the cars, music and the Village. Put your change in the can beside your favorite i car. Money collected will benefit the Vermontville Museum Repair and Maintenance Fund. Dominoes 11 am. “We just lost one of the guys who works the most often to another agency because they offer benefits, and we do not. That will be the way this goes until we’re able to offer something more than an hourly rate.” Emergency Services Director Mel Oakley coverage across the state, but still has dead zones. Koster said, once the issues are worked out with the 800 Hz radios and the departments are on the same wavelength, communication will be much more smooth. However, it will be costly to get to that point. Oakley said the radios cost $5,000 to $6,000 for each person, and even more for the larger units which go into the trucks. But Oakley said the departments are working through some of those com­ munication challenges by building personal relation­ ships. For the past few months, the department heads have had weekly meet­ ings, which have included people like Vermontville Township Fire Chief Jeff Wetzel, Nashville Director of Public Works Scott Decker and Maple Valley Superintendent Katherine Bertolini. “Our emergency planning has been completed,” Bertolini said in an email to the Maple Valley News Friday. “But there is a need to continually revise, improve and communicate to develop relationships and known plans with everyone working together. “This effort will be going forward as a continual improvement process effort for all of us. You can never be too prepared and we are — “If I’m standing 10 feet away from you I can look at you, but I can’t talk to you on the radio,” Oakley said. Emergency Services Director Mel Oakley working well together to build the relationships and knowledge of operations required to help make quick decisions. I am really impressed with the level of readiness and commitment experienced by all first responders in both counties.” Koster said the conversa­ tions the first responders were having at the meeting Tuesday were very similar to what they have been talking about every week. The meet­ ings give the chiefs and directors a chance to learn each other’s challenges and capabilities, and how they could coordinate in an emer­ gency situation., “Relationships on the front end matter,” Oakley said. Having a foundational relationship is what allows the first responders to act quickly and reach each other when they need to, even when their radios can’t, he said. MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events September 2019 23 30 30 Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., 911 Dispatch Building Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting, following the Poultry Meeting October 2019 2 9 14 14 15 17 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office 4-H Expansion & Review Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension office 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7:30 p.m. (approximately), Extension Office Teen Leaders Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., location TB A Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center ■TEMPUR-PEDIC • ORECK ■ SERTA • GE • LG • FRIGIDA1RE • 10 year’ warrant Commercial Grade Washer for residental use Call 269-945-9554 for maple Valley News ads 628 W. 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A particular problem is that no one is in the equaliza­ tion office at certain times to handle calls from the public. “There is no one to answer the phone,” Vandermark said. “There are a lot ofcom­ plaints, which is understand­ able.” In his department’s budget request, he had asked for a 0.625-time position, at an annual cost of $24,126. “We’re already way behind in sales data entry,” he said, noting that the vol­ ume of sales has been pick­ ing up and the residential market in Barry County has been “pretty strong.” The dilemma with a posi­ tion over 19 hours weekly is that benefits attach to any employee who works 20 hours or more. When com­ missioners suggested creat­ ing two positions with hours not to exceed 19 hours a week to avoid health bene­ fits, county administrator Michael Brown advised that the union would object to such tactics. 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Church Service Youth Groups, Bible Study NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Church Service...................................... 9 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange 5505 North Mulliken Road, Sunday School.................................. 1 10 a.m. Wednesday Evening: ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE .Worship WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominatlonal) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR RICH MITTERLING 517-652-1580 517-231-3434 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, September 21,2019 In a first for Maple Valley Homecoming, the school burned a wooden “MV” at the abandoned tennis courts after a tailgate behind the school Thursday evening. The tailgate had a bounce house, a performance from the high school band food provided by the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters. (Photos by Taylor Owens) The high school band prepares to perform at the parking lot behind the high school. Maddyson Denton plays lawn games at the tailgate Thursday. Paul Berkimer cooks hot dogs for the athletic boosters at the tailgate. Are your Homecoming heats up Maple Valley WINDOWS Changing the Weather in YOUR HOME? Durability with Style Make your home look exactly as you envision it with ATRIUM vinyl replacement or new construction windows. Choose from a complete range of styles and configurations to upgrade your home's look or change to a completely new appearance. 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The device was purchased by both departments using funds raised by their respective associations through activities such as Lyssa Walker and Garnet Sheridan celebrate a touch-the Nashville pancake down. (Photo provided) breakfasts and Vermontville fireman’s dance. (Photo by Taylor Owens) COUNTY, continued from page 1 instead of the $133,891 the county administration was recommending. Paul Wing from the agri­ culture promotion board, was next. “It’s been said, by the year 2050, the population in the world will be double,” he told commissioners. “We have a lot ofpeople to feed in the future. We need to be willing to protect land, one way or another, if we’re going to feed people.” The original request was $25,000, which had been reduced to a $10,000 recom­ mendation for 2020. Wing was followed by the county parks and recreation board chairwoman Catherine Getty. That board’s request, $75,644, was recommended at $63,621. She asked for $8,179 more. Another item that wasn’t included on the budget was invasive species, Commissioner Vivian Conner pointed out, remind­ ing commissioners of a recent presentation that warned of the spread of inva­ sive species, such as Japanese knotweed, which is already in the road right-of-way in some parts of the county. The next meeting of the board will be a 9 a.m. Tuesday, in the mezzanine of the county courthouse. Kent Oil & Propane, Inc. Experience Makes The Difference 735 Durkee Street, Nashville, MI jE Phone (517) 852-9210 or (800) 638-7484 M Licensed - Certified Staff Competitive Prices Budget Plan • Dependable Keep Full Service • 24 hr. 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It was built in 1956-57, originally to house Nashville Engineering, a subsidiary of Middleville Engineering, but after five years, the plant operation was moved to Tennessee, and Standard Stamping moved in. This column by the late Susan Hinckley was printed in the June 20, J989, Maple Valley News. She excerpted items from favorite "Backstreet Barometer” col­ umns written by the late Donald F. Hinderliter, edi­ tor-publisher of The Nashville Newsfrom 1941 to 1956. Found in our mailbox “Dear Don: We never miss your column, and we like it. But we have been wondering for years if you wouldn’t ever, just for once, break away from that ‘we’ stuff and do something on your own accord. What’s the matter, is your typesetting machine short on T’s,’ or have you got somebody working with you that we don’t know about?” Right after receiving this provoking note from an outof-town subscriber, we came across the perfect explana­ tion of the old editorial “we” stuff, as supplied by another mixed-up newspaper guy. The following is from the East Jordan News-Herald'. “Editors always say ‘we’ in editorials, instead of ‘I,’ so they can print what they like - and the readers will think there are too many of him to lick.” In all the years we’ve been writing this sort of weekly drivel, there has been only one time, back in the 1930s when we published the Quincy Herald, that we devi­ ated from the plural number and used a great big “I” instead. It was some sort of occasion where we wanted to be very sure the parties involved would know for whom to look after reading what we had to say, and as we recall, there was a moment when it would have been nice to have a had a lit­ tle more plurality when they came in, looking for blood. Maybe it’s just a habit by now, but please don’t ask us to cut down to the unimpres­ sive “I.” For all you know, “we” might be a henpecked sort of guy who is forced by circumstances to say “we.” Hope springs eternal in the human breast, and this cer­ tainly true in the spring. Regardless of troubles and ailments, even the saddest and most afflicted ofhumans must find it difficult to hold a long face when May is melt­ ing into June, when nature is outdoing herself, birds are singing, lambs frolicking, and school children outdoing both birds and lambs. It’s a time for planting, planning and even a little plain lovely loafing, for the good ofthe soul. Brush Pick Up The Nashville DPW will be picking up brush on September 23rd & 30th and October 7th & 14th. Please have 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. Please do not place brush out before September 23rd or after October 14th. PLEASE DO NOT PUT OUT LEAVES AT THIS TIME. WE WILL BE PICKING LEAVES UP STARTING OCTOBER 21st. Thank you for your cooperation. Nashville Department of Public Works 28695 Spotting a beautifully pol­ ished 2-year-old car in Battle Creek recently, we asked the owner where he got the paint job. He replied he had mere­ ly hired a couple of high school students. He went on to report that these two boys, eager to make some money and will- This all reminds us of an Continued next page incident years ago, in an English literature class along about this time of year. The instructor told us, unexpect­ ed-like, to spend the 45 min­ utes writing a theme on the subject of spring. Many ofus scratched away furiously and turned out long, flowery A time for planting, planning and “even a little plain, SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN themes. lovely loafing” was the way Don Hinderliter saw spring­ P.C., is attempting to collect a A big football player time. It brought back memories of a writing assignment debt, any information obtained named Sims, who sat next to be used for that purpose. in an English literature class, and thoughts of some pre­ will MORTGAGE SALE Frances us, doodled and scribbled a dicted crop failures that failed to materialize for early Adkins, single woman, granted a few minutes and then went to to Mortgage Electronic sleep. When seep. en te the cass class ene, ended, Nashville farmers. Seen tending a local garden in this mortgage Registrations Systems, Inc., the instructor woke him up circa-1930 photo is M.L. Munson. Mortgagee, dated June 2, 2017, and recorded on June 5, 2017, and took his paper, all he had ager Earl D. Olmstead that want to pull out ofNashville. in Document No. 2017-005610, written was “Spring. It’s volume of business and net Nor are they expecting any and modified on July 11, 2018, wonderful.” He got a passing recorded July 20, 2018, in earnings for the first quarter local group to step forward Document No. 2018-007045 mark. of 1955 were well above last and match the offers they and assigned by said mortgagee year. have had in the way of gifts to Nationstar Mortgage LLC Seventy-five years ago, d/b/a Mr. Cooper, as assigned, As of last week, the and financial assistance in Barry County Records, Michigan this area had such frequent Standard Stamping Company moving. on which mortgage there is and heavy rains that nonp of We do think, however, that claimed to be due at the date had 23 employees oh the the farmers had any com hereof the sum of One Hundred payroll and Mr. Olmstead there’s nothing wrong with Four Thousand Four Hundred planted by the end of May, talked as if there would be a showing appreciation from Seventy-Five and 41/100 and dire prophesies antici­ gradual increase, rather than time to time , of a firm that tDollars ($104,475.41). Under pated a complete crop fail­ the power of sale contained in any cut. At present, he fig­ means so much to the town, said mortgage and the statute in ure. So, we peeked ahead in ures the firm’s annual payroll We can, at least, let them such case made and provided, the old files of The News and amounts to way over know we’re hoping to keep notice is hereby given that said found that things turned out mortgage will be foreclosed by a $60,000, and that certainly them in Nashville, even ifwe sale of the mortgaged premises, pretty well after all. means something to can’t afford to offer the sort or some part of them, at public Com grew prodigiously, of material inducements vendue, at the Barry County Nashville’s economy. The once it came up, and there Courthouse, Hastings Michigan, company has built up a fine, being dangled by well-heeled at 1:00 PM, on October 03, was a note along in August repeat business in certain big-town chambers of com- 2019. Said pr,emises are located, commenting on the wonder­ in Barry County, Michigan and lines and shouldn’t have to merce. ful prospects ofcrops in gen­ are described as: Lot 3, Block 1 worry about any serious sea­ of Kenfields 2nd Addition to the eral, in contrast to the sad sonal shutdown, although, Skipper, a brown cocker City of Hastings according to the outlook earlier in the sum­ like many another small con­ Spaniel, who has bene the plat thereof recorded in Liber 1 of mer. Page 37 of Barry County cerns, the business could be pride and joy and frequently Plats, Records. Records. The The redemption redemption period period As one of our Maple affected by a general slow-up the despair of the Horace will be 6 months from the date Grove neighbors puts it, Powers family the past of such sale, unless abandoned or strike in the auto industry. “You just can’t hardly The Standard Stamping decade, still thinks he’s a under MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redempton redemption remember a year when things Company has become match for anything the New period will be 30 days from the didn’t turn out better than Nashville’s leading industry, York Central wants to run date of such sale, or 15 days anyone expected.” and never has asked or past the Powers cottage at from the MCL 600.3241 a(b) notice, whichever is later; or received a nickel’s worth of Thomapple Lake. unless extinguished pursuant During all ofthese fevered help from the community. In Something like three years to MCL 600.3238. If the above efforts to locate new industry recent weeks, they have been ago, Skipper tangled with a referenced property is sold at a in Nashville, it is well to foreclosure sale under Chapter approached with invitations train, emerging pretty much 32 of Act 236 of 1961, under remember to at least be to move to bigger and better messed up and sort ofhalf-re- MCL 600.3278, the borrower thankfill for what we already be held responsible to the quarters in another town, and spectful. The rest of that will p have. person who buys the property the inducements are tempt­ summer he preferred to at the mortgage foreclosure Take the Standard ing. The plant is crowded, watch the passing trains from sale or to the mortgage holder Stamping Company, for and little can be accom­ a safe spot, but he never real- for damaging the property example. During a recent d during during the the redemption redemption period. period. plished in the way ofexpand­ lly bkd backed down. Nationstar N ti t Mortgage M tg g LLC LLC d/b/a d/b/ brief visit there, we were ing present facilities, on A couple of weeks ago, Mr. Cooper Mortgagee/Assignee pleasantly surprised at the account of its location. Skipper decided he had had Schneiderman & Sherman P.O. way things were humming Research Dr, Suite 300 We don’t honestly think enough of the Beeliner, and 23938 Farmington Hills, Ml 48385 and happy to learn from Earl Olmstead or the other in a hot-tempered moment 1394566 president and general man127’291 stockholders of the company sailed into it as it went by. (08-31 )(09-21) LEGAL NOTICE �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, September 21,2019 — Page 9 Turning Tack the Tages 40 years ago in the Maple Valley News Returning football lettermen form the experienced nucleus for coach Dan Watson’s squad. Shown here are (front row, from left) Vern Sargent, Allan Gardner, Jeff Meade, Dennis Yost, Ray Hole, Ken Wood, (back row) coach Dan Watson, Doug Cook, Don Beck, Don Fox, Joe Brooke, Brian Hamilton and assistant coach Steve MacDonald. Ready to cheer on the football team in brand-new uniforms are members of the varsity cheerleading squad, Angie Webb, Sandy Hulbert, Donna Steinbrecher, Sherry Kraai, Dawn Wells, Darla Sherman and Tammie Frank. Continued from previous page IjJtJt Whin Mt . WESM-lt® ““ “ rWt oy , BM «ita Sjfc It, toiailrilffl. rtrartionlrelitlt itatkWffl rtwfcMW rattUilMt tai h INK is r rcsjm'w t Mr itaf I® dK t irtiwW1"’ _i, jBitKteiK* frWlfw1**; i«w» w» “ S kww *”^5 E if JS w^ •k'Sfi •sA «tte2 !fe& J J S*? a$!1 ’ f *AA*l AA*l ( ’’jjJ'j!*0# lln*> Jn'j!**>0# S ing to work for it, started soliciting wash and wax jobs for just about half regular price. They figure they worked for about 30 cents an hour on their first half dozen jobs, but instead of raising prices, they worked out time-saving devices that pro­ duced even better polish jobs, and then finally expanded and hired four Saturday help­ ers. Now they are booked weeks in advance and are making money. The part that particularly tickled us was their conclu­ sion to hold the price to the original level. One of the partners put it this way: “Now that we have to pay Social Security and income tax, we’re better off if we don’t make too much.” Curtis E. Wagner, who left this happy life last Friday morning, was an individual who probably could be called “a character.” He was our good friend, and we mourn his passing. However, somehow, we feel Curt Wagner would not want any deep mourning. He lived fairly near the old, accepted span of life, and he enjoyed the most of it. For a lot of years, he lived with a heart that amazed the doctors, just by continuing to function. But we never heard him indulge in any morbid discussions of his health or talk of the accepted knowl­ edge that he could very well go at any moment. He lived, laughed, worked, fished, played cards and occasionally took a drink. We have done all of those things with him and will remember them as pleasant moments. Curt Wagner never claimed to be anything he wasn’t. But he was, beneath his rough-seeming exterior, a charming well-informed and intelligent person, who had friends in many walks of life. We remember how a local citizen once went out of the way to inform him that she and several people she knew had decided not to let him handle a real estate deals because they understood he had been seen in Pete Lanson’s card room and also had been known to take a drink. Curt stood politely with his hat off until she was through then told her gently that he didn’t blame her at all. Then smilingly, he added, “But seeing as how I can’t have a chance to sell your house, maybe it’s just was well II, made 50 cents this afternoon playing pool.” Curt was a member of that Chicago Fire Department in his younger days. Before that, he had seen a lot of the United States, and he remem­ bered a vast store of interest­ ing things, including humor­ ous stories of experiences in his father’s hotel, while he was a boy. He had a dry, wry sense of humor, was a natural bom and ardent fisherman, an authority on good food and drink, and a fine generous person. Somehow, we like to think of him and the late “Warp” Olin meeting some place, an pace, and how ow they ey wou would slap each other on the back and laugh with the joy of reunion, and reminisce over fishing trips and such. Whether we’re right or wrong in mentioning it, that’s the way we’ll always remem­ ber the both of them. Woman caught trying to steal $30 worth of groceries A Walmart employment stopped a customer from leaving the store after seeing the customer put $29.67 worth of groceries in a cart suspect, a 24-year-old Nashville woman, said she only had $50 to spend, and apologized for stealing the merchandise. without paying for them. The Dish Network’ scammer takes $150 An 83-year-old Nashville woman called police to report she was the victim of a scam Sept. 14. The woman said a man claiming to be from Dish Network called to say he could fix her signal strength. The man claimed his name was “Jim, but spoke in broken English, the woman said. He asked her to send a check for $150 in the mail, which she did. Afterward, the woman real­ ized the address was not for Dish Network and suspected it was a scam. LETTER TO THE EDITOR Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Shame on Nashville To the editor, done. Police Chief Cris Koster What, you don’t want a came to Nashville from a friendly officer doing his much larger town, where he job? You want a “tyrant” type was highly respected for his of officer who tickets you pr great accomplishments. He arrests you with no compas­ always has gone by the book sion? Even though they are and always followed the rules trained to try and de-escalate of an officer. It is sad he the situation, that is hard to comes to a small town and do when individuals have lit­ “certain people” just want to tle respect for the law. pick, pick, pick. Let’s look in their closets and reveal a Pat Warner, thing or two, which can be Nashville Deadline extended for local artist exhibition The Thomapple Arts Council and Historic Charlton Park will host the juried fifth annual Barry County Artists Exhibition to be on display at the park this fall. “This partnership with Historic Charlton Park allows us to support artists with beautiful display space, as well as bring high-quality local art to the Barry County community,” said Megan Lavell, executive director of the t Thomapple Arts Council. “If you paint, photograph, construct, sculpt, etc., this is a great opportunity to reach a broad audience and win cash prizes. The exhibition will be on display in the Irving D. Charlton Memorial Museum Oct.l9-Dec. 15, and the park will also participate in Arts and Eats, Oct. 19-20. All artists 14 years or older residing in Barry County are eligible. Only original artwork of the artist’s own design can be entered, and a registration fee of $10 per piece will apply. Digital media, 2-D, and 3-D works in any medium will be accepted. This extended application period is open until midnight Sept. 29. Application and eligibility information can be found on the Thornapple Arts Council’s website, http:// thornapplearts.org/barrycounty-artists-exhibition/. As an independent fine artist, Kimberly Grace Gill’s passion is painting portraits, and she is the juror for the exhibition this year. Her work typically has a social justice orientation and emphasizes women and children in developing countries. Gill works with a variety of mediums, keeping her palette limited, she focuses on creating movement and mystery in her work and aims to incorporate bold lines to enhance each piece. For nine years, her work has been part of Grand Rapids’ ArtPrize Exhibitions. She is represented by Flat River Gallery and Framing in Lowell and Mullaly’s 128 Studio and Gallery in Elk Rapids. Her work also is part of the permanent collection of Grand Valley State University; the law offices of Warner, Norcross and Judd; First United Methodist Church; Grand Rapids University Prepatory Academy; and Wedgewood Christian Services. Questions about the exhibition may be directed to the Thomapple Arts Council by calling 269-945-2002 or via the website thomapplearts .org/contactus. Call any time for Maple Valley News ads 269-945-9554 or 1-899-879-7085 �Page 10 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, September 21,2019 Lions celebrate first eight-player win The Maple Valley varsity football team scored 30 unanswered points in the opening quarter and cruised to their first eight-player vic­ tory on homecoming night at Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School Friday. The Lions improve to 1-2 overall this season with a 44-18 win over New Buffalo. Hugheston Heckathom rushed 16 times for 142 yards and scored the game’s opening points on a sev­ en-yard touchdown run 28 seconds into the contest. He also had two receptions for 22 yards and another touch­ down, finishing off the open­ ing quarter with his team’s fourth TD on a 16-yard pass from quarterback Blaze Sensiba. The Lions also got an 8-yard touchdown run by Colton Gibson and a 34-yard touchdown run from AJ Raymond in that opening quarter, adding a pair of extra-point kicks by Owen Bailey, a two-point run by Heckathom and a two-point pass from Sensiba to Cody Taylor. Maple Valley head coach said his players had good energy, and played “down­ hill;” “The rumors of Maple Valley football diminishing and dying are just rumors,” Martin said. He pointed to the approxi­ mately 120 kids from first through eighth grade in the youth football program, most of whom were out running on the field with the varsity players before the start ofthe game. Martin said that exer­ cise inspired the team to work hard because of the Call269-945-9554for Maple Valley News ads EWING WELL DRILLING INC. younger kids looking up to them, which led to the hot start. “The kids had a great mindset,” Martin said. “I was very proud of our kids tonight.” New Buffalo tacked on a pair oftouchdown runs in the second quarter to get within 30-12 by the half. The Lions committed a few too many penalties in the ballgame, and struggled with tackling at times, but for the most part coach Martin was pleased. “We’re a young football team, but our kids are grow­ ing up,” he said. “We’ve made so much growth in three weeks and we’re happy about that.” Gibson added a one-yard touchdown run for the Lions midway through the third quarter, and then Sensiba scored on a one-yard run early in the fourth quarter. Gibson had ten rushes for 71 yards in the ballgame, and Dillon Jorgenson rushed four times for 70 yards and Raymond five times for 48 yards. Sensiba was 4-of-6 pass­ ing in the ballgame for 81 yards. The Lions amassed 415 yards oftotal offense, 64 more than New Buffalo in the ballgame. Micheal Bombin led New Buffalo’s attack, going 5-ofMaple Valley running back Hugheston Heckathom tries to fight from the grasp of a New Buffalo tackler during the 8 passing for 71 yards and rushing the ball 18 times for Lions homecoming victory Friday night. (Photo by Taylor Owens) 211 yards. He scored two of his team’s three touchdowns. first three ballgames this sea­ Hunter Bassett had a team- son. high seven tackles for the Onekama advanced to the Lions, and Raymond added Superior Dome a year ago, six. Bassett also had two reaching the championship receptions for 43 yards in the game of the Division 2 ballgame. 8-player state tournament. The Lions have a long bus Onekama was bested by ride to Onekama on the Rapid River 30-18 in that schedule for next Friday. state championship football Onekama is 3-1 on the sea­ game. son. 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The Lions have had the week to practice for the annual tournament after hav­ ing the week offfrom Greater Conference competition. The Lions scored a 3-2 win over visiting Potterville Monday. Logan Boldrey, Devin Thompson and Eli Nelson scored goals for the Lions in the victory over the Vikings. Thompson added an assist on Nelson’s goal. The Lions were bested 6-0 in a non-conference match­ up at Pennfield last Friday (Sept. 13). Maple Valley will be on the road at Calhoun Christian Monday and then will host GLAC leading Lansing Christian Wednesday in Nashville. Sporting Goods Business Services Help Wanted FOR SALE - $200.00 (New never used). Scentlok Scentote FB400 field bag. Scentlok Scentote boot storage bag. Scentlok Scentote STB-350W large storage bag with wheels. Call Tim at 269-908-3756. GUTTER LEAF GUARD: We install several styles of leaf protection for your gutter & downspout system, one for ev­ ery problem & budget. 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Both days, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Smooring En Farm Friends LLC, 7515 Guy Road Nashville, will welcome guests for activities. More about National Alpaca Farm Days can be found at AlpacaFarmDays. com. (Photo provided) Great times for GLAC runners at Turkeyville Lakewood junior Nathan Alford shattered his own per­ sonal record, by more than half a minute, to win the first Greater Lansing Activities Conference jamboree of the season Tuesday at Turkeyville. Alford hit the finish line in 16 minutes 48.2 seconds to beat out Perry senior Ryan O’Neill, the runner-up who finished in 17:03.59. Alford’s previous best time of 17:21.5 came last October at the Greater Lansing Cross Championship where he placed 43rd. Freshman Ashton Ripley led the Maple Valley boys for the first time, setting a new personal record of 17:45.78 to place seventh. “Ripley, who is still deal­ ing with a sore back, came out with an amazing time, going under 18 minutes with a new personal best time by 20 seconds,” Maple Valley head coach Tiffany Blakely said. “He still hasn’t reached his full potential yet, so it will be exciting to see how far he will go.” Leslie took the boys’ vic­ tory with 38 points. Stockbridge was second with 61, ahead of Perry 90, Lakewood 107, Olivet 110 and Maple Valley 111. “The boys team had a great race to kickoff the GLAC competition,” coach Blakely said. “The boys knew they had to race well to beat any ofthe other teams. It was a two-part result. They raced extremely well but just fell shy of passing the other GLAC teams. They were only one point behind Olivet and four points behind Lakewood. It wasn’t the out­ come they wanted, but now they know what they have to do in the next GLAC compe­ tition.” Maple Valley’s top five guys all ran their fastest race of the season, with four set­ ting new personal records. Senior Ben Benedict was shy of his PR, but had his fastest 2019 race earning a 15th-place tie of 18:32.38. The Lion team had junior Curtis Walker 32nd in 19:37.12, freshman Torin Bell 34th in 19:40.97 and senior Trevor Duffey 43rd in 21:06.75. “It was awesome to see them come together, work together, and push each other to these top times,” coach Blakely said. The top five runners in the boys’ race were from five different programs. Leslie junior Gavin Weber was sec­ ond (17:15.38), Olivet junior Noah Griffith fourth (17:33.28) and Stockbridge freshman Collin Cook fifth (17:39.88). The same was true in the girls’ meet, a group led by sophomore Stockbridge Rylee Tolson who won in 18:51.50. Her Panther team took the girls’ meet with just 39 points. Leslie was second as a team with 60 points, ahead of Lakewood 76, Olivet 84, Perry 103. Maple Valley and Lansing Christian did not earn team scores at the jam­ boree with fewer than five racers competing. Hope Taggart was the fast­ est Maple Valley girl, placing 51st in 29:05.8. Teammate Alyson Gusey placed 57th in 36:33.0. “Both girls ran well despite coming off of illness that made them miss the last race,” coach Blakely said. “Junior Alyson Gusey came out with a new season best time, taking over a minute and a half off. She was happy with her improvement and wants to keep taking time off each race by pushing herself harder during the race.” One more solid runner would put Lansing Christian in the chase for one ofthe top spots in the girls’ standings. The Pilgrims had three girls in the top ten, with junior Madison Volz second in 19: 12.66, freshman Ashlyn Kephart sixth in 20:30.69 and junior Natalie Tebben eighth junior 20:53.18. Leslie junior Haley' Ellis placed third in 20:13.53. Perry sophomore Grace O’Neill was fourth in 20: 23.66. Olivet was paced by junior Danae Feldpausch who was fifth in 20:29.31. Correction: The cutlines were flip-flopped on the back page of the Sept. 14 edition of the Maple Valley News. Taggart is pictured on the right-hand side of the page and Gusey on the left. Activities FOR SALE- $175.00. Fully outfitted Proline Hunting Bow, Model #10E465. 65# 75% let-off. Includes carrying case, full body harness, quiver, free flight quick release. Call Tim at 269-908-3756. Business Services BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING SEAMLESS gutter. 50 colors, free estimates. Since 1959 (269)945-0004. www.bleameaves.com BUYING ALL HARD­ WOODS: Walnut, White Oak, Tulip Poplar. Call for pricing. Will buy single Wal­ nut trees. Insured, liability & workman's comp. Fetterley Logging, (269)818-7793. BLEAM E AV ESTROUG HING (269)945-0004. Help 'Wanted WATER WELL DRILLING Company seeking full and part-time help. Will pay com­ petitive wages. 40 hrs plus overtime offered. 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Keilyn Carpenter had a team-high 25 kills for the Lions, one of four girls from her team to finish with at least four kills. Carli Deo and Ashlyn Wilkes had five each and Jillian Moore added four kills. Lion setter Trista Medina put up 34 assists on the night and added a team-high 11 digs. Deo and Carpenter had nine digs each and Josey Terpening had eight and Olivia Roush seven. The Lions fired 18 aces from the service line, with Medina serving up a tea-high five. Carpenter and Moore had four each and Terpening and Deo both had two. Terpening put 100 percent of her 16 serves in the court. Carpenter and Deo were both also over 90 percent from the service line. The classic car cruise-in from previous Visit Vermontville Days will r&turn Sept. 28. (Photo by Taylor Owens) Call any time for Vermontville hosts Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-899-879-7965 picnic and car cruise-in Visit Vermontville Day activities will spin into their own event on Sept. 28. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 39, September 28, 2019 Maple Valley PTO looks Nashville Police Chief for ideas, membership Chris Koster dies in crash Taylor Owens Taylor Owens StaffWriter The Maple Valley Elementary Parent Teacher Organization is looking for ideas for the new school year. The organization had its first meeting of the 2019-20 school year this month under the leadership of new presi­ dent Jennifer Burpee. Burpee served as vice presi­ dent for two years and suc­ ceeds Kimberly Wilkes; who stepped down as president at the end of the last school year. However, no one has taken Burpee’s place as vice president. Besides the three members of the board and a few teachers, the PTO rarely has parents at its meetings. But Burpee said parents don’t have to come to the meetings to be involved. People can post suggestions on the Maple Valley Elementary PTO Facebook page, and get information on how to volunteer for fund­ raisers like the Holiday Shoppe. “The PTO is always look­ ing for new ideas from par­ ents and supporters to help foster continued growth,” Burpee said. TTie next fundraiser is the annual Fun Run, which will take place next week. Students have already obtained sponsors for laps they will run around the Fuller Street Elementary and Maplewood fields. MOO-ville will host a MOO-Valley day Oct. 23. Ten percent of all purchases made that day will go towards the PTO. The funds raised by the PTO help pay for activities like field trips, assemblies, classroom material, field days and more. Meetings are at 5 p.m. the second Monday ofthe month at Fuller Street Elementary. StaffWriter Nashville Police Chief Chris Koster was killed Thursday morning in a single vehicle crash in Kalamazoo County. The accident occurred on North 32nd Street, north of E B Avenue, in Richland Township at 8:38 a.m. The Kalamazoo County Sheriff’s Department said Koster, 59, was northbound when his vehicle went off the road and struck a tree. Nashville Village President Mike Kenyon called it. “a tragic death in the Village of Nashville’s family. The father and son of police officers, Koster spent 31 years in law enforcement in Allegan County before the Nashville Village Council unanimously voted to appoint him as the police chief in April 2015. “Chris very much wanted to take a small town depart­ ment and mold it, and that’s why he was such a perfect fit for us,” Kenyon said. “He brought our department into the 21st century, and we will always be grateful for that.” He added the village plans to pay tribute to Koster' in some way; and information will be posted at the door of the Nashville Village Office as it is decided. The council’s regular Nashville Police Chief meeting scheduled for Chris Koster was appoint­ Thursday Sept. 26 was can­- ed in April 2015. celled. Lions score a dozen goals in winning their tournament The Maple Valley varsity boys’ soccer team went into the tough conference match­ up with Lansing Christian Wednesday on the heels of a victory at their own Maple Valley Invitational Saturday. The Lions knocked off Bellevue 6-1 in the tourna­ ment championship game at Fuller Street Field in Nashville Saturday, building a 5-0 lead in the first half against the visiting Broncos. Maple Valley opened its day at the tournament with a 6-3 victory over Barry County Christian. The Maple Valley boys hosted Greater Lansing Activities Conference lead­ ing Lansing Christian Wednesday afternoon, fall­ ing 6-1 tb the visiting Pilgrims. The Pilgrims built a 3-0 lead in the first half. Maple Valley will close out the GLAC regular season at Olivet Wednesday. The GLAC Tournament is slated for Oct. 5. The Maple Valley varsity boys’ soccer team celebrates its championship at its own Maple Valley Invitational Saturday afternoon after scoring a 6-1 victory over Bellevue in the tournament championship game at Fuller Street Field in Nashville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Vermontville Township appoints new deputy clerk Jessica Courtright Sesquicentennial makes final donation The Nashville Sesquicentennial Committee had one final meeting to determine the recipients of the leftover funds raised from the event. The committee decided to divide the funds and award $900 each to 2 or 3 Together, the Nashville Maple Syrup Association and the Nashville Michigan Historical Society, and presented the funds Tuesday. , Paul Berkimer of 2 or 3 Together, (from left) Karen Skedgell-Ghiban of the Nashville Michigan. Historical Society and Herb Frith of the Nashville Maple Syrup Association Michi accept 3$00 checks from the Nashville Sesquicentennial Committee. (Photo provided) Staff Writer The Vermontville Township Board approved the payment of all the month’s bills except one - a check to former deputy trea­ surer Rod Harmon. The $75 check was for six hours of work Rod Harmon submitted for July and August. ^.“We are not going to pay Rod to do work we told him he cannot do,” township r Jack Owens said dduring Suurpienrgv tthe ishoermeeting Thursday. “We have already gotten a lawyer involved. We are not paying him.” Rod Harmon had served as deputy treasurer for his wife, Treasurer Shirley Harmon. But the board ordered him to stop working for the township after a number of resi- dents’ checks for tax pay­ ments were missing. Months later, Shirley Harmon reported that the checks had been found. Then the board employed a lawyer to enforce its deci­ sion that Rod Harmon would no longer work as the town- ship’s deputy treasurer. A new deputy treasurer, Marilyn Frith, was appointed by the board Thursday. In other business, board trustee Gary Goris updated the board on a project to See DEPUTY CLERK, pg. 3 In This Issue After school art club returns Another homecoming in the books Lion freshman medals at Bob Perry Memorial Invite Maple Valley and Lakewood will face off with GLAC lead on the line �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 28,2019 After School Art Club returns Ln There are already 36 Maplewood students signed up for Art Club. Noelle Clinkscales checks out the doughnut Jayden Evans is coloring. (Photos by Taylor Owens) ^I*1 rtiilsi IM/Ui ial»ltai I naijfcii ppkiBIK I dtedfe 'itiissnllu ■litail tee Cousins Logan and Ryan Harris work on an art project together. j aisata.T tebpisi Taylor Owens it’s a happy place,” organizer Lois Hammonds said. “It’s a way for kids to learn that there is all kinds of art, and all art is beautiful, just like how all people are beautiful.” Each week the students focus on a different aspect of art and try their hand at it. This year also has a new Staff Writer The Maplewood After School Art Club is returning for its fourth year. The club, which meets after school on Mondays, currently has 36 students registered and is run by local volunteers. “Art club is a safe place, addition: Students created a Aaron Poll shows volunteer Cindy Krolik his drawing of a guitar. folder their first day in which they will keep all of their art. Hammonds said it is a way for students to see how much they have grown over the course ofthe school year. Organizers are inviting event has raised $436,605 in Registration is at 1:30 p.m. Information on the free individuals, churches, busi­ the past 36 years to help fam­ and the walk will begin at 2 club is available at nesses, and organizations to ilies in need of food locally p.m. A celebration with an Maplewood Schools. join the 37^ annual Barry and globally. Two donors initial report of donations County CROP Hunger Walk have again combined dona­ and pledges will take place at which will kick off at tions to offer an incentive for 3 p.m. Middleville United Methodist youth groups. Donations can be made by Runners are also wel­ checks payable to: CWS/ Deputies said a Ford Ranger Church on Sunday, Oct. 13 at was traveling north on M-37 1:30 p.m.. Participants are comed to be part of the CROP. Donations can also be Highway near River Road, welcome as walkers, spon- CROP Hunger Walk but, for made on-line at crophungerwhen it crossed the centerline sors, volunteers and/or prayer issues involving insurance walk.org / hastingsmi. and safety, recreational Promotion assistance for and struck a southbound partners. The 2019 event goal is 200 wheels, i.e. bikes, roller the event is also welcomed. Subaru Outback at 5:56 p.m.. The driver ofthe Ranger, a walkers raising $18,000. blades, scooters, or skate­ Promotional materials and 28-year-old Hastings man, Twenty-five percent of all boards cannot be allowed. additional information can be and the driver ofthe Outback, donations raised will be dis­ Wheelchairs, strollers and obtained by calling 517-852­ aa 41 -year-o 1821. Event coordinators, are -year-old Wooan Woodland man, man tributed to the five food-dis- wagons are welcome. The were both airlifted to area tributing organizations in route will cover property sur­ also willing to visit to discuss hospitals. The passenger of Barry County, two of which rounding the Middleville the importance of the CROP the Ranger, a 48-year-old are in Hastings and single United Methodist Church. Hunger Walk. in Freeport, Nashville woman, was taken locations by ambulance to a local hos­ Middleville and Nashville. Last year, each received $700 pital. The crash remains under to help serve the family food investigation. needs in Barry County. The [JI 11 IM I PERFORMING /\RT5 CENTER THORHRPPLC P 1 H Y I R Open to the Public Dress Rehearsal Wednesday, October 2 @ 7pm All seals $ 7. 231 5- BROADWAY, HASTINGS S October 3,4,5 Curtain at 7pm Sunday, October 6, matinee & final performance. $10-Adults $8 - Students & Seniors 4E& Thornapple WjyArts Council Curtain at 2pm. Purchase advance Tickets at Progressive Graphics or reserve tickets by calling the Thornapple Arts Council at 269 945 2002. BARR/ fer« CROP Hunger Walk is Oct. 13 Ma® Two airlifted in M-37 crash Three people were hospi- Hastings Wednesday evetalized following a two-car ning. head on collision south of Barry County Sheriff’s Wtti|al| In - I “Invite us in. We’ll bring RESULTS!” Sally Magoon, Associate Broker 269-986-5737 smagoonrealestate@gmail.com W8BE9eB9iSScSShESBeBSrSStS B Emerald Properties 111N. Bostwick Avenue Charlotte, Ml 48813 www.weichertemerald.com Office: (517) 543-7383 FALL INTO SAVINGS 5 BUY 2 in-Stock Products or Tools GET 1 FREE 207 N. Main St., Nashville • 517-852-0313 For your convenience, please use back entrance «hlhll �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 28,2019 — Page 3 Putnam Library planning Halloween costume swap With Halloween creeping up, costume shopping for kids will start soon. Rather than paying for a new cos­ tume for $15 or $20, the Putnam District Library is offering a Halloween cos­ tume swap for children’s costumes, sizes ranging from toddler to child XL, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Oct. 5. Registered children and parents can peruse the cos­ tumes available and choose a “new” costume (or cos­ tumes), depending on how many items are brought in to swap. If a person brings in two costumes to swap, for example, they can leave with two “new” costumes at the swap. For a costume to be con­ sidered acceptable to swap, it must be in good condi­ tion, including no pilling, rips or stains. The costume must include all pieces to be considered acceptable. Accessories such as fairy wings, swords, hats and more can be swapped only for another accessory. Wigs will not be accepted. The item must be washed prior to dropping off. The event is free, although registration is required and costume dropoffs need to be completed by Oct . 2. If a person is not interest­ ed in swapping, but would like to donate children’s costumes or accessories for the swap, the same guide­ lines apply for donations that are considered accept­ able. More information is available at (517) 852-9723 or skhouri@putnamlib.org. Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Sept. 30 Thursday, Oct. 3 Friday, Oct. 4 Beef, stew, tossed salad, dinner roll, orange. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Sept. 30 Wednesday, Oct. 2 Oven roasted chicken thigh, au gratin potatoes, spinach, banana. Beef - stew, broccoli, applesauce, dinner roll. Thursday, Oct. 3 Mushroom chicken thigh, noodles, carrots, baby Brussels sprouts, apple. Maple Valley’s sophomore class is bringing back a clas­ sic fundraiser this fall with the “Kiss-a-Pig” contest. The competition involves commu­ nity members and school staff vying for the chance to kiss a pig, by public voting via money in theirjug. At the season’s last home football game on Oct. 4, the “winner” will kiss a pig at halftime. Jugs are currently placed at the Country Kettle, Duey’s Comer Store, MOOville, Good Time Pizza and the high school. All proceeds benefit the Class of 2022. Contestants for this fundraiser are high school principal Mike Knapp, volunteer firefight­ er and youth soccer coach Tom Powers, history teacher Christy Tibble, Nashville United Methodist Church Pastor Karen Kinney and high school athletic director and dean of students Landon Wilkes. DEPUTY CLERK, continued from page 1 install vinyl fence around the township fire department property. MISS DIG System, Inc. inspected the property, and determined there would be no issues with utility Tines, and the small trees nearby can be cut down. The fence will go around the land the township purchased earlier this "year to expand the fire bam. Owens reported on the planned renovations of the Vermontville Opera House, and his conversation with contractor Allen Ludwig. According to Ludwig, the bathrooms cannot be moved because of building codes, and the steps will need to remain as they are. The board is waiting for quotes on the renovations. In other township busi­ ness: • Cemetery Sexton Josh Wickham updated the board on preparing the cemetery for this coming winter. He received approval from the board to remove the small flags on the headstones for the winter. He also said he would be going through the cemetery in the coming weeks to remove old and worn out flowers. • The township board Local Church Schedule . Phone: (517) 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 9617 E. Baseline Rd. 110 S. Main St., Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 Church Senrice.......................... ........ 9 a.m. 10: 00 a.m Sunday School.......................... .10:30 a.m. 11: 00 a.m....................................... Fellowship REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR 301 Fuller St., Nashville Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & Sunday: A.M. Worship ............ 11 a.m. girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose P.M. Worship ............ . 6 p.m. MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. "Where Wednesday Evening: Special." For Worship ................................................ 7 p.m. PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE DANCE 12:30-2 PM. Woodland: Card Games 11 aan.; Walk with Ease 10 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. J-Ad Graphics, Inc. News andpress releases: neWs@j-adgraphics.com • Advertising: ads@j-adgraphlcs.com Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & ceo __________________Hank Schuuring * CFO___ • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. Chris Silverman csilverman@j-adgraphics.com • NEWSROOM • Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 930 a.m. NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets 2415 McCann Road Sunday Senrices: ............................. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer Worship Service........................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. PASTOR KAREN KINNEY United Methodist Women: 517-852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE :15 a.m. Worship PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-588-8415 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Senrice, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: GABE PRIDDY MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship.............................. 8:30 a.m We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School .............. 10 A.M. Service... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service... ................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY ...................... 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 KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Church Service Wo matter who you are, or where you are on life'sjourney, you are welcome here." CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE A Spirit-filled Church Someone Published by... 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. PASTOR PEGGY BAKER Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange 3 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES Oct. Maple Valley News 5505 North Mulliken Road, Phone (269) 963-7710 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 a.m.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 a.m.; Painting Group 1 p.m. Delton: Taco salad, Mexican bean & rice salad, cantaloupe, salsa. Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Activities Calendar Monday, Sept. 30 Wednesday, Oct. 2 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. and many other activities. is Tuesday, Oct. 1 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. .Evening Worship ................................6 p.m. .Wednesday Family Night Senrice................................ 6:45 p.m. Prayer Meeting............................................... 7 Thursday, Friday, Oct. 4 Turkey pasta salad, grape tomatoes, diced peaches, club crackers. . . ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................. 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of SL Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................ .9:45 a.m. Mickey Cousino Worship Service.............. .............. 11 Certified Lay Minister Sunday Evening Senrice ...... 6 p.m. Phone 616-765-5322 Wed. Evening Senrice... :30 p.m. AWANA............................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School......................................... 9:45 A.M. Senrice...................................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service................................................... 6 Wed. Senrice................................................. 7 PASTOR JOE BENEDICT QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. .Worship - Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 aan.; Move for Bal. PD 12:15 p.m.; Sr. Zumba 5:30 pan. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 aan.-l p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.; TV Time. Friday, Oct. 4 - Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 9:30 aan.; Iron Rails 10:30 a.m. Alaskan stuffed salmon w/ dill sauce, pears, sweet potatoes, pear. Sliced roast beef & Swiss cheese, sandwich thin, pea & cheese salad, grapes. 803 Reed St., Nashville A.M. Worship................................................ 11 Evening Worship.......................................... 6 Wednesday Evening: Thursday, Oct. 3 Oven roasted chicken thigh, mixed vegetables, spinach, mixed fruit cup. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Sept. 30 Sunday School.................................... 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study information'call 1-269-731-5194. Wednesday, Oct. 2 Hamburger, com, broccoli, bun, banana. 2 Oct. Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphips.com CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH (Nursery Provided) Everyone Friday, Oct. 4 reviewed the policy on fire billing. The revision allows the board to set fees for emergency services based on their schedule. The policy also states that the owner of the property where the fire originates is the individual responsible for paying any incurred fees for fire ser­ vices. The policy is still undergoing revisions. • Duane Eldred of the Eaton County Road Commission updated the township board letting them know that construction on Peas Road is underway. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH Sunday: Wednesday, Hastings: Card Program 9-11 aan.; Sr. Group Exercise 9: 15 a.m.; Cop Talk 10:30 a;.m.; Move for Better Bal. 10: 30 aan.; Euchre 12:30­ 2:30 p.m. Woodland: Card Games; Walk with Ease 10 a.m. Delton: Walking 11 aan.-l p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 aan. Tuesday, Oct. 1 Alaskan stuffed salmon w/ dill sauce, peas, cauliflower, apple. 1 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Train Your Brain 1 p.m. ; Move for Bal. PD 12:15 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m-. Tuesday, Oct. 1 Hamburger, tator tots, broccoli, bun, pineapple. Oct. Thesday,, Michigan turkey salad (nuts), pasta salad, diced peaches. Goulash, tossed salad, Texas toast, ambrosia. Sophomores host Kiss-aPig contest Walking 11 a.m.-l pan. Woodland: Card Games 11 a an. Nashville: Dominoes 11 aan. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Chicken salad, sandwich thin, broccoli cranberry salad, pineapple. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. BPhone: (517) 852-1783 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR RICH MITTERLING e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 517-652-1580 517-231-3434 �Page 4 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, September 28,2019 Another homecoming in the books Josey Terpening accepts the 2019 Fall Homecoming Spirit Award from teacher Aaron Saari on behalf of the The Maple Valley band performs in the h . omecoming Sgnior c)ass parade. Members of the youth football program headed to the field after the parade, where they warmed up with the varsity team. Homecoming Grand Marshal Linda Gaber waves to the crowd. The seniors’ “Grease” decorated float won the parade contest. vinyl replacement or new construction windows. Choose from a complete range of styles and configurations to upgrade your home's look or change to a completely new appearance. ATRIUM WINDOWS AND HOMETOWN^ LUMBER & HARDWARE DOORS tsar 517852®882 Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Youth cheerleaders throw candy from the parade. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 28, 2019 — Page 5 Lions will face Lakewood with GLAC lead on the line The Lions are still perfect have brought in folks for in the Greater Lansing position training to assist Activities Conference head­ with the fine art of each ing into a showdown with skill.” Lakewood, the third ranked The Lions arejust continu­ team in the state in Division ing to prepare for the contest 2, Tuesday at Lakewood for the conference lead. The High School. Vikings head to the Saranac The Maple Valley girls Invitational this Saturday improved to 3-0 in the con­ (Sept. 28). ference with a 25-14, 25-12, Jillian Moore smacked 25-20 victory over visiting nine aces in the win over the Olivet Tuesday. The Olivet girls Tuesday for the Lakewood ladies are also 3-0 Lions. Keilyn Carpenter had in the GLAC so far this fall. a team-high 18 kills and two “My girls have worked on blocks. Trista Medina, the arm swing for offense and Lions’ setter, added six kills court movement for defense,” to go along with her 18 Maple Valley head coach assists. Medina and Josey Sarah Carpenter said. “We Terpening had ten digs each, and Keilyn Carpenter added eight and Moore six. The Maple Valley girls were 4-1-1 last Saturday (Sept. 21) at the Stockbridge Invitational. The Lions scored wins over Owosso, East Jackson, Lansing Sexton and Jackson Christian, while falling to New Lothrup and splitting with Portland. Keilyn Carpenter had 59 kills in the six matches. Terpening had a team-high 11 aces and 36 digs. Medina had 55 assists. Carli Deo, The Maple Valley varsity volleyball team covers the court as the Eagles go on the Keilyn Carpenter, Olivia attack during their GLAC match-up Tuesday at Maple Valley High School. The Lions Roush and Medina also had won in three sets to improve to 3-0 in conference action this season. double digit digs for the Lions on the day. Jason Sheridan is Veteran of the Month The News Is Just the Beginning Your Community... Your Family.. .Your Interests... Your Home.. .Your World... Pictured from left to right is Vermontville American Legion Post Commander Tom Williams, Lions Club Veteran of the Month Chair Mark Jorgensen and Veteran Jason Sheridan. (Photo provided) Taylor Owens EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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Banfield Banfield General Store Dowling Goldsworthys Lake-O-Express Lake-O-Mart Lake Odessa Johnny’s Carl's Freeport L&J's Freeport General Store �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, September 28,2019 Lion freshman medals at Bob Perry Memorial Invite The Maple Valley varsity boys’ cross country team had some ups and downs on the Lowell High School cross country course Saturday during the Red Arrows’ annual Bob Perry Memorial Invitational. It was more than just the hills. One of the highlights was finishing five points bet­ ter than Greater Lansing Activities Conference rival Olivet by five points. The Maple Valley boys placed fourth Saturday. Lowell took the champion­ ship with 20 points, ahead of Hamilton 59, Holland Black River 100, Maple Valley 116, Grand River Prep 117 and Olivet 123. The team went into the meet with finishing ahead of the Grand River Prep boys as one of their goals Lion head coach Tiffany Blakely, said. Portagers big-play their way past Valley football Brett Bremer Sports Editor A long bus ride, about three and a half hours, was followed by a long opening quarter for the Maple Valley varsity football team Friday at Onekama. The Portagers improved to 4-1 on the season with a 35-8 victory over the visiting Lions in a steady rain that eventually turned into a foot­ ball game that was shortened by six minutes in the end. Onekama scored 22 points in the opening quarter on three big plays, a 52-yard touchdown run by Aaron Powers, a 35-yard touch­ down pass from Taylor Bennett to Luke Mauntler and a 69-yard run by Aaron Rogers. “We played really well except for six plays,” Maple Valley head coach Marty Martin said. “We gave up six big plays on defense, and that was the difference in the bailgame. We outplayed therm-in the second quarterWe ’outplayed them in the third quarter, and we out­ played them for half the fourth quarter. Six big plays, they scored on their first play (Power’s 52-yard TD run).” Powers tacked on two more touchdown runs in the second half, one covering another 52 yards in the third quarter and on from 11 yards out. Quarterback Blaze Help Wanted Community Notice WATER WELL DRILLING Company Seeking full arid part-time help. Will pay com­ petitive wages. 40 hrs plus overtime offered. Preferred CDL with valid drivers li­ cense. Job expectations in field of fabrication, operation of heavy equipment and laborer available. Random drug and alcohol screening will be re­ quired. Apply in person. Ew­ ing Well Drilling, Inc., 10076 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, Michigan 49096.517-726-0088. GRIEF RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP. Vermontville Bible Church. Every Thursday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Group settings are helpful. Grief can be lonesome. 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Here’s the lineup: 12:15pm Harper Creek 12:30pm Fennville 12:45pm Hopkins 1:00pm Lakewood 1:15pm Parchment 1: 45pm Bridgman 2: 00pm Maple Valley 2:15pm Decatur 2:30pm Dowagiac 2:45pm Gobles 3: 00pm Bangor 4: 15pm Niles 4:30pm Ionia 4: 45pm Otsego 5: 00pm Wyoming 5:15pm Mattawan 5: 45pm Kalamazoo Central 6: 00pm Grand Ledge 6:15pm Grandville 6:30pm Hastings AGRICULTURAL SERVICE TECHNICIAN Must have full set oftools, experience preferred in Diesel engines, hydraulic systems, computer diagnostics and electrical systems. Send Resume to: J-ad Graphics Ad# 108 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings, MI 49058 propane | diesel | gasoline | lubricants HUGE GARAGE SALEFri.-Sat., Oct. 4th-5th, 2019, 8:30am-4pm. 10545 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville. Tools, microwave, gas counter top stove, and misc. Harley David­ son items. 2 Schwinn bicycles, 1970 Cushman motor scooter, Schwinn scooter, built-in dou­ ble oven and electric stove, Longaburger baskets. BUYING ALL HARD­ WOODS: Walnut, White Oak, Tulip Poplar. Call for pricing. Will buy single Wal­ nut trees. Insured, liability & workman's comp. Fetterley Logging, (269)818-7793. 23:21.7. Hamilton senior Havi Carroll won the race in 17:05.40. The next six guys across the finish line were Red Arrows, a pack led by senior Caleb Swart in 17:44.90. Lion junior Alyson Gusey had a solid race according to her coach, finishing in 37:30.5 in 27th place. “She was nervous about being in the varsity race. While not starting out as Marching Band Invitational set for Oct. 5 in Hastings Sensiba scored the lone give up,” Martin said. “As a touchdown for the Lions, young team on the road play­ with 4:43 to ggo in the third ing against a senior-laden quarter. Hugheston team like they are, a playoff Heckathom added the two- team, the score was not point conversion run, pulling indicative of how close that The 28th Annual Hastings his team within 22-8 at the ballgame was.” Marching Band Invitational time. That was the culmina­ David Hosack-Frizzell led will take place Saturday, Oct. tion of a 90-yard Lion drive the Lion defense with 14 5. after the Maple Valley tackles. Heckathom had nine This is one of the largest defense stopped the Portagers and Tyler Rose six. scholastic marching band on their first possession of Heckathom also had a team- competitions in the state. It the second half. high 56 rushing yards on 13 also is one of many events The Lion defense man­ carries on offense. Sensiba that the Hasting school dis­ aged another stop after the rushed 12 times for 40 yards trict hosts -- and it is one of touchdown, but the offense and completed three passes the largest. A total of 20 fumbled the ball away two for 24 yards on 15 attempts. bands from across West plays later. Power’s second Powers powered the Michigan will be performing. 52-yard touchdown run came Portagers’ attack, rushing The public is welcome to on the first play following nine times for 225 yards. attend. All events will take “We’re doing a lot better place at Johnson Field, near that Lion turnover. “If we could have held job of coming off the ball on the high school at 520 W. onto the ball in the second offense and controlling the South St., Hastings. half, I think (Onekama) clock and controlling the Admission for adults is $6; would have been in some downs,” Martin said. “The students/seniors, $5; children trouble,” Martin said. defensive line is doing a lot 5 and under, free. The Lions couldn’t better job, both Hugheston The program costs $5, though. Maple Valley quar­ Heckathom and AJ Raymond The event serves as a fund­ terback Blaze Sensiba was played a great game at defen­ raiser for the Hastings Area intercepted twice in the first sive end, and then we lost AJ Schools’ band program. half and the Lions fumbled halfway through the game thebalbaway cmce-inthefirst and Christian Hensley half and' two more times in stepped in and did a great the second. Martin said that job. Our linebackers are get-: fumbled snaps on fourth ting better at heading down down attempts also gave the hill. That right now is our ball over to the Portagers a Achilles heel. Now we just couple of times. have to get them to tackle Maple Valley was still when they get to the point of able to hold onto some hope attack;. Our defensive backs throughout the evening as kind ofblew some coverages Onekama turned the ball over three times too. see FOOTBALL “We’re growing, we’re next page getting better, the kids didn’t Garage Sale Business Services “Freshman Ashton Ripley and junior Curtis Walker both had really great races with the most consistent mile splits of the team,” Blakely said. Ripley led the Lions, plac­ ing tenth in 18:59.3. He earned a medal for his top 15 finish. Walker was 22nd in 20:56.6. 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This is a concern that will remain with us until the first hard frost. We have been vigilant in working to keep our grounds sprayed, our grass shorter than usual and maintaining bug spray which contains DEET at our late afternoon events. We ask you to be vigilant as well and keep yourselves safe with long sleeves MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events 15 September 2019 30 30 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting, following the Poultry Meeting October 2019 2 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office 3 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office 7 4-H Expansion & Review Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension office 7 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7:30 p.m. (approximately), Extension Office 9 Teen Leaders Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office 14 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., location TBA 14 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 FOOTBALL from previous page 17 28 p.m., KCC 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., 911 Building Call 269-945-9554 for more information. Cindy Trebian Principal The start of a new school year, means the start of a new safety drill schedule. Each year schools complete a series of drills that take place throughout the year. There are lockdown drills, fire drills and tornado drills. These drills take just min­ utes to execute, but reflect a great deal of planning and coor- dination within the district and county. Parents and family are also an important part of the emergency response plan. Should an actual emergency take place the school will send out a message through the electronic messaging system that will share what is happening. Parents may be asked to meet their child at the school or another location. Waiting for that call will allow you to work with the school and emergency personnel to respond efficiently, keeping the lines of communication open and reunite families as soon as possible. We certainly hope that none of this preparation is ever needed. The recent tornado warning reminds us, however, that pre­ pare we must. We encourage you to prepare your emergency response plans at home, too. Be sure to change the batteries in your smoke detectors (Daylight Savings Time is always a good reminder). Practice techniques like stop, drop and roll, hot door checks and ways to belly crawl to stay under smoke to safety. Also make an emergency kit with your kids in case of severe weather. These are all great life skills to teach our kids at school and at home. We have tremendous support from our Vermontville and Nashville emergency responders and they are so invested in keeping their community safe. We appreci­ ate them as a resource. Let’s all work together to make it a safe day to be in the Valley. Bcftrl’s of NashvmSjl WRUiMizinl Wednesday, October 2 - Tuesday, October 15 Our Family Our Family Canned Our Family Canned PASTA GREEN BEANS OR CORN BEANS OR VEGETABLES (12-16 oz.) (Assorted Varieties) Elbow Macaroni LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Larry W. Hoffman and Allison K. Hoffman, husband and wife, to US Bank National Association as successor by merger to US Bank National Association ND, Mort­ gagee, dated March 31, 2006 and recorded April 7, 2006 in In­ strument Number 1162327 Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighteen Thousand Seven Hun­ dred Eight and 73/100 Dollars ($118,708.73), including interest at 7.55% 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 tonight; but they’re coming PM on OCTOBER 31, 2019. Said premises are located in up and tackling. the Township of Rutland, Barry “On offense, we’re really County Michigan, and are degetting better at our double scribed as: Commencing at a Post on teams. Blaze Sensiba, our quarterback, is really starting the North and South 1/4 line 14 chains and 45 links South of the to settle in and take command 1/4 Post os inn thee center cener of o Section econ of the huddle. We’re really 20, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, getting better at being opti- thence West 3 chains, thence South 2 chains, thence East 3 mistic.” Maple Valley falls to 1-3 chains, to the 1/4 line, thence North on the 1/4 line 2 chains to with the loss, and will play the beginning. host to Toledo Christian for The redemption period shall be the final home game of the 6 months from the date of such season at Maple Valley Jr/Sr sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA High School next Friday (Oct . §600.3241 a, in which case the re­ 4). demption period shall be 30 days GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. and pants and minimal evening exposure. One ofthe benefits of this information age is our ability to quickly communicate with people through robocalls to cell phones and email blasts for written communication. When we were reacting to the EEE notifications from the state, we used both of these tools to get the word out to our families. If you are a parent, please make sure the school has your correct and current phone numbers and email addresses so we can contact you should we ever need to be in communication. Luck favors the prepared. This week I am joined by my co-author Mrs. Cindy Trebian, Principal of Fuller Street and Maplewood Schools. She has some news to share about the emergency prepared­ ness drills we plan for each year. Every one of our buildings engage in these drills to help people know how to react calm­ ly and quickly when emergencies should occur. from the date of such sale. 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 re­ demption period. 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School projects $337,000 fund increase Taylor Owens StaffWriter The initial unaudited count of Maple Valley students Wednesday was 977, much higher than the 940 students the school budgeted for. Finance Director Darryl Sydloski estimated that 37 more students would add $300,000 in additional fund­ ing to the budget than had been estimated. He also said the increase in per-pupil funding from the state would add an additional $37,000 over what had been estimat­ ed. But budgets are never sim­ ple, and the number is only a best estimate based on the numbers currently available. Sydloski pointed out, as the enrollment number changes, the funding the school receives is essentially pro-rated throughout the year. The fall count number also may change slightly as it is audited over the next month. Although the state budget has a $240 per pupil increase for schools like Maple Valley, Sydloski noted it also con­ tains a number of cuts, including at-risk funding, special funding for rural dis­ tricts and more. “It’s kind of a two-edged sword,” Sydloski said. “They give us a benefit they take away somewhere else.” After the cuts are account­ ed for, Sydloski estimates Maple Valley’s funding will look more like $140 per pupil. Since the school bud­ geted for a $100 increase, the actual addition to Maple Valley’s budget would be $40. Therefore, Sydloski arrived at a $37,000 increase to school funding. However, the extra fund­ ing is not unexpected, as the projected budget passed by the school board in June intentionally estimated fund­ ing at the lower end of the scale. “The board really wanted to be conservative because we got burned last year,” Sydloski said. Where the funding will go has yet to be decided. Although revenues will increase, the higher increase in enrollment also has incurred more staff expenses than were projected in the summer. The staff contracts which were negotiated this fall have a provision to renegotiate items such as teacher salaries once the state budget has been finalized and the enroll­ ment numbers are in. But there is another cave­ at: After looking at the vetoes and the short amount of negotiation time for the state budget, Sydloski said there is a good chance it could be renegotiated. Even four months into the school districts’ fiscal year, Sydloski still isn’t sure the state’s budget is truly final. Maple Grove opts out of marijuana Taylor Owens people at the pubic hearing Staff Writer last month. At that meeting, The Maple Grove people spoke out in support Township Board unanimous­ of local resident Jared ly voted to opt out of allow­ Justice. ing recreational marijuana Justice, a small acre organ­ businesses after about 25 ic vegetable and marijuana people voiced their opposi­ caregiver farmer, had asked tion to the businesses at a the board to consider allow­ meeting Wednesday. ing medical marijuana opera­ The sentiment expressed tions in the township earlier during the public comment this year. After the board was the opposite of comment unanimously voted to take during the township’s public no action on the issue, Justice hearing last month, in which came back to the board a few attendees were almost uni­ months later to ask them to versally in favor of allowing consider recreational mari­ the growth of recreational juana farms. marijuana. As a medical caregiver, Township Supervisor Jeff Justice said he is allowed 72 Butler said he felt the atten­ plants, for which he is unli­ dance Wednesday was more censed, unregulated and in line with the November untaxed. He has been grow­ 2018 election, in which ing medical marijuana as a Maple Grove voted against caregiver for more than two Proposal 1 to allow recre­ years. Justice told the board ational marijuana, 346 to last month that, if he became 251. He also noted the town­ a commercial recreational ship’s “sphere of influence,” grower, he would need to both Castleton Township and complete a four-inch thick the Village of Nashville, application, go through a have opted out of recreation­ background check, and would be licensed, regulated al marijuana. The number of people at and taxed. He also would be the meeting was an all-time allowed only 100 plants his high for Maple Grove first two years. “I want to do this legally, Township going as far back as board members could legitly, the right way,” Justice said. remember. Although he was at the There were around 15 meeting, Justice did not speak during public com­ ment until after the council voted for the ordinance to opt out. No one spoke in favor of opting in for recre­ ational marijuana during public comment. Multiple residents spoke on their views of marijuana. Although the township board did require the audience members to say their names before speaking, few did so. Many spoke of marijuana as a “gateway drug,” and connected it to problems with harder drugs like crack in Chicago or even opioids in China. Castleton Maple Grove Maple Grove Township Trustees (from left) Larry Hook, Doug Westendorp, Nashville Assistant Fire Chief and lifetime Maple Supervisor Jeff Butler and Clerk Holly Carpenter realize they will need more copies of Grove resident Wayne Gould the proposed marijuana ordinance for members of the public arriving at the meeting. spoke first. He related his experiences with his ship­ “Eventually it’s going to hit swiftly passed by a unani­ I’ve started and ran three mates in the Navy, or people us in hospital premiums, mous roll call vote. businesses. I work - excuse he had worked with in manu­ insurance premiums and After the vote, Butler my language -1 work my ass asked the public their senti­ off every day. I work almost facturing, who started using crime.” Gould also said the regula­ ments on medical marijuana 100 hours a week. I’m not marijuana and went on to harder substances which tions aren’t in place yet, and in the township. lazy, I don’t do other drugs, I “Sentiments would be the use it responsibly. marijuana has been geneti­ upended their lives. “We live here in Maple cally modified to be stronger same,” Gould said. “It’s an individual thing, “I believe growing mari­ you can’t justify throwing Grove Township and we than it was in the 1970’s. Archie Jennings said he juana for medical is a cover everybody in the same pool think, ‘Well, it’s going to be recreational use,” because you know this per­ grown here, it’s going to go agreed with Gould’s state­ for son or that person who’s someplace else, and it’s not ments, and pointed to neigh­ Westendorp said. Justice then addressed abused this or that. If they’re going to affect us,’ and that’s bors or employees who not true, it’s going to affect ruined their lives with drugs. some of the points raised going to abuse a substance, no matter what it is, it’s a “Right is right and wrong during public comment. all of us,” Gould said. “I don’t think it’s fair to personal thing, it’s not the is wrong,” Jennings said. “It’s the long and the short of say cannabis is a gateway alcohol that caused a person drug,” Justice said. “I’ve to be an alcoholic, it’s the it.” “58 percent of residents used cannabis for 10 years. See OPTS OUT, page 5 voted no,” another resident said. “That’s a majority.” Barry County Commissioner Heather Wing also attended the meeting and spoke during public comment. Weather delays Vermontville street “The state hasn’t really set work real good standards yet,” Wing said. “It’s kind of hard Lions continue to chase Lakewood to make a decision if you boys in GLAC don’t know what they’re Eagles score their second win going to throw at you.” over Lion soccer team Trustee Doug Westendorp moved to opt out of recre­ Work of Vermontville woman on ational marijuana. The display at Art Center of Battle Creek Around 25 residents came to the Maple Grove Township meeting Wednesday to motion was seconded by Larry Hook before it was voice their opposition to allow either the growth or sale of recreational marijuana. In This Issue �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, October 5,2019 Women’s Club hosts guest on solar project MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS 7 September 2019 30 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m.. Extension Office 9 30 Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting, following the Poultry Meeting 14 14 October 2019 4-H Expansion & Review Meeting, 6:30 p.m., 7 Extension office 15 17 28 Welcome October 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7:30 p.m. (approximately), Extension Office Teen Leaders Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., location TBA Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., 911 Building Mariebell Yarger Caleb, Fannie and Elizabeth Miller Dr. Katherine Bertolini Superintendent At the end of this month, 1 will get to attend the FFA National Convention in Indianapolis. I am so enthused to learn more about the exceptional programming available through this excellent organization. I have enjoyed the food products of their labors when I purchased part of a pig this spring and over the summer enjoyed the flowers grown in the green­ house. Our FFA kids do amazing things and gain so many practical life and career skills. This month 1 am joined by my co-author Mike Knapp, principal of the JrJSr. High School with information about our FFA program. NASHVILLE, MI Mariebell Yarger, age 85, of Nashville passed away Sunday, Septe. 15, 2019 at Thomapple Manor, in Hastings. Mariebell was bom in Orangeville, on May 4, 1934, the daughter of the late Rueben and Gertrude (Snyder) Reed. She was raised in the Nashville area and attended Mike Knapp local schools graduating from High School Principal Greetings from Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School. I am very W.K. Kellogg High School in proud to say that even though we are a small school district, 1952 She was the wife of we offer many of the same programs large school districts offer. We also are fortunate enough to be able to offer pro-Douglas Yarger. The couple grams not offered at larger schools. One such program is FFA.was married in January 28, Maple Valley FFA has been in existence since 1965, when 1952. They began their lives Vermontville and Nashville consolidated to form Maple together in the Middleville Valley Schools. This year Maple Valley has 60 active mem­ area, relocating to the bers in FFA. Students who participate in FFA have the oppor­ Nashville where they raised tunity to attend district, regional, state and national conven­ their family together. tions, as well as compete at various levels in several contests ocus oon leadership ees eveoe. FFA meme Mariebell took great pride in that focus and cee career development. bers also volunteer for many activities within the Nashville the care of her family and and Vermontville communities. In the summer, they tend a household. Her family was community garden, and the vegetables harvested are given to always a source oftremendous families in need. p pride for Mariebell. Along To raise money for the FFA program, the chapter also man-with her husband Doug, who ages a greenhouse that produces geraniums and other annuals served as the fire chief inn residents can buy at a discounted price. Funds raised go back Nashville for many years the into the program. To be able to expand this service, our FFA couple enjoyed traveling to, the chapter recently received grant money from the Michigan annual Fire Chiefs Department of Career and Technical Education. To help with the process of building the greenhouse, Gutsue Construction Conventions throughout the has been generous in donating time and, expertise to build the country. After Doug retired, greenhouse. the couple enjoyed spending The FFA also has the task of managing an agricultural bam their winter months in Florida. which houses cattle, pigs and chickens throughout the year, as The Michigan summers were well as managing a 30-acre plot of land which is used to grow spent enjoying time with field crops. family and friends at the cabin From my observations of FFA, students who are part ofthe in Northern Michigan. program learn many valuable skills, such as leadership, com com-­ I h ti Mibll mitment In her spare time Mariebell mitment and and work work ethic. ethic. Students Students who who are are part part of of FFA FFA come come out of of the the program program with with many many lifelong lifelong skills skills that that will will help help enjoyed doing jigsaw puzzles out them to be successful in their future endeavors. and reading. I encourage anyone that would like to help in any way with Mariebell is survived by her the FFA program at Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School to email beloved husband Doug; her Aaron Saari at asaari@mvs.kl2.mi.us. four daughters, Denise (Kim) Hansen, Cathy (Fred) Daniels, It is a great day to be in the Valley. Robyn (Rodney) Todd, Jamie (Jim) Travoli; two sisters, Kay stages of planning, along with renewable energy in general. More information on the company is available at geronimoenergy.com. The public is invited to attend the meeting to hear about renewable energy in Eaton County and share in light refreshments. The General Federation of Women’s Clubs-Vermontville will host a presentation on the Sandstone Creek Solar Project in Eaton County at 7 p.m. Oct. 7 in the Vermontville Community Center. David Shiflett, project manager at Geronimo Energy, will discuss the proj­ ect, which is in the early (Clyde) Stanton, Clarabell Downing. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death her by brothers, Jim, Bing, Dick, Bill, and Buck; sisters, Ila, Esther, Buella, “Tootie”, Ethel, Penny, Mary, and brother in-law, Oliver “Babe” Downing. Funeral services were held at the Nashville United Methodist Church in Nashville, Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019, with Pastor Karen Kinney officiating. Interment took place immediately following the funeral service at Hosmer Cemetery. There was a time of fellowship and luncheon following the graveside service at the Nashville United Methodist Church. Memorial contributions can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Hospice or donor’s choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please visit our website at www. danielsffineralhome.net Caleb Leroy Miller, age 13 years, 2 months, and 14 days, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2019, as a result of an accident He was bom July 4, 2006, at the family home in Vermontville, the son of Nelson Leroy and Lois Ann (Hochstetler) Miller. Fannie Mae Miller, age 10 years, 10 months, and 15 days, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2019, as a result of an accident. She was bom November 3, 2008, at the family home in Vermontville, the daughter of Nelson Leroy and Lois Ann (Hochstetler) Miller. Elizabeth Faye Miller, age 8 years, 4 months, and 26 days, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2019, as a result of an accident. She was bom April 23, 2011, at the family home in Vermontville, the daughter ofNelson Leroy and Lois Ann (Hochstetler) Miller. The children are survived by their parents, Nelson Leroy and Lois Ann Miller, siblings: Abigail Louise Miller age 17, HHR John Edward Miller age 14, Raymond Isaac Miller age 6, Calvin Levi Miller age 3; grandparents: John Junior and Laura Miller of Vermontville, Raymond and Fannie Mae Hochstetler ofButler, OH; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. The children were preceded in death by their grandmother, Elizabeth Miller and four cousins. Funeral services were held on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, at the family home in Vermontville. Burial has taken place at Rest Haven Amish Cemetery in Charlotte. ---- Thank You----We, thefamily ofthese three children that left us, to go before us, to their glorious home with our Lord, wish to thank everyone for their prayers and great support as we grieve with our loss. 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Both streets had issues with water drainage, which has exacerbated potholes and damage to After the success of the of the Visit Vermontville Day spinoff, organizer Lois have havehadissueswithwaterdrainage,whichhasexacerbatedpotholesanddamageto ammonds said the event will continue next year. the edges of the roads over the years. Once the work is complete the drainage issues Hammonds said the event will continue next year. will be fixed and the asphalt will be patched. Here, asphalt replacement on East Main Street in Vermontville has been pushed back. (Photo by Taylor Owens) Vermontville breakfast benefiting Miller family host its monthly community breakfast at 8 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, to benefit the Miller family. “They are members of our Amish community that suf­ fered a devastating loss this past month,” organizer Lois Hammonds said. “They have also been the ones to faithful- The Vermontville First Congregational Church will ly supply the bread for our community breakfasts in the past. This will be a small way to give back to them that are always giving to others.” The menu includes bis­ cuits and gravy, eggs, pan­ cakes and sausage and Texas toast. Check Out Our Vermontville had around 25 classic cars during the cruise-in last Saturday night. Taylor Owens Staff Writer The Vermontville commu­ nity picnic, street dance and car cruise-in Saturday had its best turnout yet. The event traditionally follows Visit Vermontville Day at the beginning of August, but Local Church Schedule organizer Lois Hammonds said it was spun off into its own event to bring in more participation. Around 56 people went to the community picnic, and 25 classic cars rolled into town. Donations were col­ lected at the car cruise-in and GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School................................ .10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........................................... 11 Evening Worship..................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.......................................... 7 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship..................................... 11 .Evening Worship...................................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service............................ 6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 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. 9617 E. Baseline Rd. (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) ....... 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) 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. Phone: (517) 543-5488 110 S. Main St, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 10: 00 a.m........................... Church Service 11: 00 a.m................................... Fellowship REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School........................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... P.M. Worship........... FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE Wo matter who you are, or where you are on life'sjourney you are welcome here.' Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (269) 963-7710 PASTOR PEGGY BAKER A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 . PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Comer of Baseline & Church Roads 11 a.m. ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship............................................. 7 p.m. PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE Kettle Cafe $200 was raised toward the Lynwood (Lindy) Hynes is maintenance of the turning 90!! Vermontville Museum. Join us for a good old Hammonds said after the fashioned ice cream social to success of the event the orga­ celebrate this Lindy’s 90th nizers plan to continue hav­ birthday!! October 13, 3 to 5 ing it again the last Saturday p.m. at the Sunfield United of September next year. Brethren Church. No gifts please. CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH Church Service....................... . Sunday School............... ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES Lynwood Hynes celebrates 90th birthday ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH HofMeCooidn' Small Breakfast /Jack 5-Judy's\ Special 1.1 egg, 1/2 meat, small Potato j and 1 slice Toast 4 > Country GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR GABE PRIDDY PASTOR DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 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Service... .............. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. . . . 2 Eggs, Meat, Toast, small Potato OR small Biscuits and Gravy C/l I with Coffee. UeiJVJ Located on the corner of State and Washington streets PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-588-8415 SPECIAL, Monday - Friday J 6 a.m. ■ 10 a.m. 1 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS PASTOR KAREN KINNEY 517-852-2043 Worship...................................... 9:15 a.m. £<s.tlu/3ild tl NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Service........................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.......................... 11:00 a.m. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 2.1/2 Biscuits & Gravy plus 1 egg 3. 3 cakes, 1/2 meat & 1 egg Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Worship................................... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass............................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS 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 Sunday Evening Service................. 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.............. 6:30 p.m. AWANA ......................... 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR RICH MITTERLING 517-231-3434 �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, October 5,2019 Lakewood overpowers improved Lion team Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions are ready to be the best of the rest in the Greater Lansing Activities Conference, but the Lakewood ladies are still the class of the conference. The Lakewood varsity volleyball team scored a 25-11, 25-14, 25-10 victory over visiting Maple Valley Tuesday. The Vikings improve to 4-0 in the confer­ ence this season while the Lions fall to 3-1. . Chances are good that the two meet up against at the Greater Lansing Activities Conference Tournament later this month, if things play out as expected. The Vikings, ranked sec­ ond in the state in Division 2, were powered by sophomore Maradith O’Gorman Tuesday. She led her team with 12 aces and 11 digs, and matched big sister Aubrey O’Gorman with ten kills. “I thought Maradith played really well,” Lakewood head coach Cameron Rowland said. “That was the competitive Maradith that we know is in there that came out again. “She likes to be challenged with things. She has been doing that more and more in practice and all the time now. She put it all together tonight.” Aubrey also had a teamhigh two blocks in the middle for the Vikings. Viking senior libero Kiana Hummel had four aces and seven digs. Skylar Bump put up 24 assists to go with five aces. Bump, the Vikings’ fresh­ man setter, continues to progress towards being a “setter” instead ofjust some­ one who is just setting the ball according to her coach. By that he means the person running the attack and lead­ ing the team. Maple Valley senior Josey Terpening hits an attack from the left side during her team’s GLAC contest at Lakewood High School Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) the most important pice of setting. I have seen her do it with kids her own age, but Maple Valley’s Lexi Booher reaches up for an attack she doesn’t always do it in during her team’s GLAC match at Lakewood High the gym as the freshman.” Rowland said his team School Tuesday evening. (Photo by Brett Bremer) was focused on making sure Maple Valley all-state junior looked to score from the ser­ illness. “I thought we did a heck outside hitter Keilyn vice line rather than just put Carpenter didn’t hurt it too the ball in play. The Vikings’ of a job this year (against bad. She managed 12 kills. emphasis on serving made Lakewood),” Lioff; head “When a team only has things even tougher on the coach Sarah Carpenter said. one money, our biggest focus Lions’ fill-in libero, sopho­ “I think they were blocking is to serve them out of sys­ more Olivia Roush, Tuesday. better than they have. We tem so that kid is not taking Regular libero Josey changed our rotation at three high quality swings,” Terpening had to move into a o’clock this afternoon, Rowland said. “Other than hitter role for the first time because one of my middles that, we don’t do a ton unless since middle school with has kidney stones, but she we have to make a change.” teammate Jiliann Moore, was still here on the bench. Rowland was pleased with who is usually in the middle “Josey, who is typically the way his girls served for the Lions, out with an my libero, went outside and I Tuesday, liking the way they With a big lead late in the second set, fellow Viking freshman Paige Wolverton got some time on the court. Bump set her up for a kill as soon as she’d entered the match. A few moments later, Bump stepped up to the net to help Wolverton adjust her positioning as the Vikings tried to slow down a little Lion service run. “I always tell kids that second *t’ and the ‘er’ are really important. I can find anyone to set,” Rowland said. “That has been really good. She is getting much better at it. “That is the Skylar I have been challenging for more and more of. That, I think, is KEEP”1IN11G11 YOU r ' TI4IQ TI4IQ IUflnm FALL L $449 EasyHeat ■•bag 40 Lb. Bag Premium Grade Wood Fuel Pellets 100% wood, low ash. GFA60A Heater LP 30k-55/60kl 7188303 faffUP 1TO02Wood Stove Shiloh 8387029 M4995 Baseboard Heater 6231930 $39^ We Fill Propane Cylinders 219 S. State in Nashville 517-852-0882 Mon, to 5:30. Maple Valley junior middle Ashlyn Wilkes stretches to try and get her fingers on an attack by Lakewood’s Maradith O’Gorman during their GLAC match at Lakewood High School Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) think she did a great job. My sophomore DS stepped up to be our libero tonight, and I couldn’t be more proud of her. Do we have work to do? Absolutely. But I thought they did a good job tonight.” Lion setter Trista Medina put up 14 assists in the match. Terpening finished with two kills. Roush and Terpening tied for the Lion lead in digs with seven each. It was the Lions’ turn to overpower an opponent Thursday, scoring a 25-6, 25-11, 25-7 in a non-conference match at Bellevue. Keilyn Carpenter had 16 kills, Wilkes three and Medina and Carli Deo had tow each. Medina put up 20 assists. The Lions’ had eight aces as a team, with Medina, Deo and Allison McGlocklin hit­ ting two each. Terpening had a team-high six digs and Lexi Booher added three. The Lions’ loss to Lakewood came on the heels of a tough end to the day last Saturday (Sept. 28) at the Saranac Invitational. The hosts bested the Lakewood ladies in the semifinals ofthe tournament 25-20,25-20. Maple Valley defeated Zion Christian 25-23, 25-19 and Hastings 25-17,25-12 at the tournament, while also splitting with Calvin Christian 19-25, 25-13. The Calvin Christian girls went on to defeat Saranac for the tournament title. “True to athletics ih high school our team has the opportunity to decide the direction they would like to proceed forward — as one unit lifting each other up nut­ ting team over self brjfgdividuals focused On self,” coach Carpenter said after Saturday’s tournament.“This might possibly be the best volleyball team Maple Valley has seen since our 2010 sea­ son. The coaches will contin­ ue to work towards develop­ ing a safe environment for all of our players to thrive and learn to celebrate each other, the strengths they each bring to the table and the growth they each have available to them.” Keilyn had 44 kills on the day, with Medina adding 11 and Deo nine. Moore had eight blocks and Wilkes seven on the day, with Medina adding six and Booher five. Medina also put up 45 assists. Terpening had a team-high 33 digs at Saranac, with Medina recording 26, Keilyn Carpenter 22 and Olivia Roush 20. Call any time for Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 « 1-8904179-7985 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, October 5,2019 — Page 5 OPTS OUT, continued from page 1 w w Ok? 'Hcthu'11 fcssts. \ ^4 kJ person that went down that path.” Justice also said marijuana has not been genetically modified, but crossbred over decades to increase the THC, but, again, it’s each person’s choice of how much to take. “If you go to a bar you’re going to drink a 16-ounce beer, you’re not going to drink a 16-ounce whiskey.” Justice said. “You’re just using less of the same prod­ uct to achieve the same affect.” Justice said people in Maple Grove are going to smoke marijuana regardless of whether his farm remains a caregiver operation or is commercially licensed as recreational. “But we don’t have to like it,” Gould said. After the meeting, Justice expressed his frustration with the township’s decision. “It’s pretty ridiculous when people get to tell me what I can and can’t do with my land,” Justice said to the Maple Valley News He said much ofthe public comment at the meeting was conjecture and opinion based on decades of propaganda and misinformation about cannabis. Justice said he has two options in front of him: He can move to a different town­ ship that allows the growing Putnam library staff offering tech help of recreational marijuana, or spray would jeopardize their he can have multiple caregiv­ organic farm certification. ers on his farm. Wing said she believed it “It’s an individual Each caregiver is only would not, but recommended thing, you can’t justify Putnam District Library is for information can be tricky. allowed to have a set number tthat residents go to michigan. throwing everybody in starting new weekly program Online shopping and how to of marijuana plants. But, if a gov/eee for more informa­ the same pool because for technology assistance in order an item can be confus­ you know this person farm has multiple caregivers, tion. the community. The tech lab ing. Starting a social media it can have far more plants Multiple residents asked or that person who’s will be available from 11 am. account and learning the ins comparable to what Justice 4 Wing if the spray would kill abused this or that. to noon every Monday for and outs can feel overwhelm­ might have with a commer­ bee pollinators. She replied If they’re going to anyone who needs assistance ing. These scenarios and cial recreational license. that a very similar chemical abuse a substance, with electronics, such as more are why the library is Unlike a commercial grow was used where she grew up no matter what it is, phones, tablets, laptops and offering the tech lab as a operation, Justice would con­ in the Bay City area, and it it’s a personal thing, more. Patrons can receive resource. tinue to be unlicensed, unreg­ did not interfere with the it’s not the alcohol that help with downloading apps, The tech lab is open to ulated and untaxed. He said bees. changing settings, printing people of all ages and skill caused a person to it’s not what he wanted to do, In other business, the be an alcoholic, it’s documents and more. levels. Anyone with ques­ but it is the only option avail­ board accepted a $3,500 bid The tech lab also is open to tions may email Putnam the person that went able that will allow him to from Chris Young to fix the those wanting to learn more District Library Director down that path.” develop his cannabis farm seams and repaint the townabout how to navigate the Savannah Shilton, sshilton@ into a more profitable busi- ship hall ceiling. Jared Justice internet. Searching on Google putnamlib.org, or call 517­ ness in Maple Grove and finding credible sources 852-9723. Township. Westendorp said he was not surprised by the public sentiment or the board’s decision. “I expected the board to use common sense,” Westendorp said. “Ifwe have to revisit it, the decision will be the same.” Also during the meeting, Wing updated the board on the pesticide spray the state is using to kill mosquitos to Our Family combat Eastern Equine Our Family Canned Our Family Canned Encephalitis. “I think there’s a lot of (12-16 02.) paranoia about any chemi­ cals used to address this,” (Assorted Varieties) (Assorted Varieties) Wing said. Elbow Macaroni Members of the public asked Wing whether the DARK RED i;Slid iMHjffiifi -1 W sW «ktfi iRi fswjtta'. Ccfrl’s o£ NashviHej Aae mu Mura Wednesday, October 2 - Tuesday, October 15 PASTA GREEN BEANS OR CORN BEANS OR VEGETABLES 4/$uO 881 Our Family Our Family MUSHROOMS APPLE JUICE (4 02. Pieces & Stems) ■it: EijaiiiiT.' i Da ssawsdit Our Family SUGAR (4 lb.) (64 02.) 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Each month, if the school Tatum Kirby sees the attendance rate is high results of his work on enough, and office disci­ ascending principal Trent plinary referrals are low Harvey. enough, the school will do something fun to celebrate based on ideas submitted by students. A w* ■■ I I $(W| 991 Ball Park Meat or Campbell’s Condensed General Mills CHEESE FRANKS (10.5 -11.5 02.) SOUPS CEREALS (Selected Varieties) ^SS O’* (5- (jSD beenos 4/$ jnatoft Cream of 2% Carl’s of Nashville �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, October 5,2019 Holy Toledo! Lions score 69points in win Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions defended their den Friday night, especially during the second half. The Maple Valley varsity 8-player football team scored its second victory of the sea­ son, in its final home contest of the season, outscoring Toledo Christian 69-42. In a game where 111 points were scored, the Lions limiting the Eagles to 12 points in the second half was some kind of a feat - and half of that dozen came against the special teams and not the defense. The Maple Valley defense scored a TD of its own in the second half too. The two teams were tied 30-30 at the half. “I was really proud of our defense. They made a stop at the end of the first half and I thought that spring-boarded us into the second. Then, they just come out and shut them down,” Maple Valley head coach Marty Martin said. Hunter Bassett intercepted two Toledo Christian passes, returning one 52 yards for a touchdown in the second half. The Lions also got a fine defensive performance on the outside from freshman Tyler Rose who deflected a few Eagle passes and inter­ cepted one in the end zone but that take away was waived off because of a roughing the passer call against the Lions. “The kid (Toledo Christian was) picking on all night was a freshman, and he didn’t play like a freshman,” Martin said of Rose. “He had a realDigital TV Antennas Cell Phone Boosters 517.646.0439 TV ANTENNA & TOWER INSTALLATION, REPAIR & REMOVAL ly good game. I can’t remem- 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 Maple Valley freshman Reece Proctor-Burhans (53) rushes in to celebrate junior Hunter Bassett’s (80) inter­ ception bringing an end to Toledo Christian’s final drive of the first half Friday at Maple Valley High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley junior running back Hugheston Heckathom maneuvers his way around a block from teammate Anthony Raymond during the second half of the Lions’ 69-42 victory over visiting Toledo Christian Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) ber the last time we had a defensive back here that real­ ly had a game like that. It was nice to watch. “In the second half all the defensive backs, and the linebackers made nice adjust­ ments. We made some cover­ age adjustments, which helped them a little bit. We outmanned them at the line of scrimmage and we knew he was going to have to get the ball out early.” Martin said his team’s pressure up front forced the Eagles to look for slants and go routes, giving the Lion defenders in the back the chance to quickly read which kind of pass they’d be work­ ing to defend on a given play. The Maple Valley offense was a pretty good defense too, limiting the Eagles’ pos­ session. The Lion offense AGRICULTURAL SERVICE TECHNICIAN Must have full set oftools, experience preferred in Diesel engines, hydraulic systems, computer diagnostics and electrical systems. Send Resume to: J-ad Graphics Ad# 108 1351N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings, MI 49058 TEMPUR-PEDIC - ORECK • SERTA • GE • LG • FRIGIDAIRE • W 10 yea warran Speed Queen. Commercial Grade Washer for residental use Hichards amassed 509 total yards and 23 first down. Maple Valley gained 485 of those yards on the ground, with Hugheston Heckathom carrying the ball 33 times for 313 yards and four touchdowns. Quarterback Blaze Sensiba rushed for 78 yards and four touchdowns, and Colton Gibson added an eight-yard touchdown run for the Lions late in the first half. Gibson’s score was as big one. Toledo Christian took a 30-22 lead late in the first half. Eagle quarterback Trevor Wensink tossed a 79-yard touchdown pass to Solomon Sandoval and then after a Lion fumble the Eagles scored again on a 71-yard run by Wensink. The two touchdowns came 32 seconds apart, turning an eight-point Lion lead into an eight-point deficit. Maple Valley rallied to even the game going into the half, getting the eight-yard touchdown run from Gibson at the end of a 51-yard drive, evening the game at 30-30 on the two-point run by Sensiba. Bassett recorded his first interception of the game with 61 seconds left to finish off the Eagles’ last chance of the first half. The Lions ground out another drive over the first three minutes of the second half, taking a 38-30 lead on a 7-yard touchdown run by Sensiba and his two-point run. The Eagles’ Solomon Sandoval returned the ensu­ ing kickoff 95 yards for a touchdown, but the Lions stopped the two-point run to hold a 38-36 lead. They led for the rest of the evening. Heckathom scored on a nine-yard run late in the third quarter and on a 19-yard run early in the fourth quarter to extend the Lion lead, then after a three-yard Wensink touchdown run pulled the Eagles within 54-42 with 8:05 to play Heckathom responded with a 51-yard touchdown run on the Lions’ very next snap. “We made adjustments and we actually did what we were coached to do,” Martin said. “We’re getting better. We are still just making too many mistakes. I don’t know if that is being young, or us just wanting to play really hard tonight. Our kids came out and played hard tonight. If we’re making mistakes because we’re playing hard, that’s great. But if we’re making mistakes because we’re young, we have to grow up.” Maple Valley got its final touchdown on a 52-yard interception return by Bassett with 7:36 to play. Owen Bailey added the extra-point kick after that touchdown. The Lions had converted two-point attempts following seven of their first eight touchdowns. Bassett and Jesse Deppe led the Lions with three tack­ les each. There weren’t a lot oftackles to be had. Wensink was 6-of-21 passing, mean­ ing a lot of passes bounced on the turf without anyone recording a tackle. The Eagles only had five first downs in the bailgame, in part because of all the long touchdown plays. “I think when we play with confidence, we’re a tough football team. If we can just eliminate the big plays, we’re going to be a good football team. That is the big thing,” Martin said. Wensink threw for 115 yards on those six comple­ tions, and rushed nine times for 147 yards. A few of those rushes were designed runs, but he also found some space when forced to scramble at times. David Koonce also tossed a 41-yard pass for the Eagles. Sandoval was the only Eagle to catch a pass, hauling in seven receptions for 156 yards. The Lions’ tough schedule continues next Friday as they head to Martin. 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'*** MMdfch hiM UtaU iiije' jiiateii^:i ttadrasiditfiK I she WjitlHte The Lakewood varsity boys’ cross country team beat out Maple Valley by three points for fifth place at the Greater Lansing Activities Conference (GLAC) jambo­ ree hosted by Leslie Tuesday afternoon. Lakewood junior Nathan Alford was the runner-up in the boys’ race, hitting the finish line in 18 minutes 15.91 seconds. Perry senior Ryan O’Neill was the indi­ vidual champion, finishing in 17:37.34. Stockbridge freshman Collin Cook was the closest competitor to Alford’s heels, coming in at 18:25.47. Cook was one of five freshmen in the top 15 in the race. Maple Valley was led by freshman Ashton Ripley who finished in 18:38.59. Leslie’s leader was junior Gavin Weber who placed fourth in 18:30.75, and the Blackhawks also had fresh­ man Cameron Pierce eighth in 18:43.00. The Blackhawk team put six guys in the top 15 to fin­ ish the day with just 44 points. Stockbridge was sec­ ond in the boys’ standings with 52 points, ahead of Perry 90, Olivet 107, Lakewood 115 and Maple Valley 118. Maple Valley’s number two was senior Ben Benedict, who placed 16th in 19:27.31. The Lion team also had junior Cutis Walker 28th in 20:22.53, senior Trevor Duffey 40th in 22:08.06 and freshman Adam Blakely 56th in 25:30.3. “The boys really tried to place better in the team over­ all for the GLAC,” Lion head coach Tiffany Blakely said. “While they still stayed at sixth as a team, they closed the gap to Lakewood to with­ in three points. They know they have Lakewood and Olivet within striking dis­ tance and will work hard in the championship race to beat both teams. “Individually they were disappointed a little by their times. They were slower than they would have like, but I expected that with the warm humid temperatures and the course itself isn’t a fast course.” Lakewood also had senior Michael Mackenzie fourth in 20:00.75, freshman Ryan Alford 30th in 20:27.03, sophomore Aiden Pyle 33rd in 20:42.59 and junior Luke Stoneman 48th in 22:51.59. Stockbridge won the girls’ meet with just 39 points, ahead of Olivet 54, Leslie 57 and Lakewood 74. The NOTICE Panthers’ sophomore Rylee Default has been made in the Tolson won the individual conditions of a mortgage made title while helping her team LEGAL NOTICE by Larry W. Hoffman and Allison K. Hoffman, husband and wife, to US Bank National Association as successor by merger to US Bank National Association ND, Mort­ gagee, dated March 31, 2006 and recorded April 7, 2006 in In­ strument Number 1162327 Barry County Records, Michigan. 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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 re­ demption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. 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 re­ demption period. Dated: September 28,2019 File No. 19-006067 Firm Name: Orlans PC (09-28)(10-19) 129190 to victory. She finished in 20:07.60. Lansing Christian and Perry didn’t earn team scores, and neither did Maple Valley, but had some of the conference’s top runners. Lansing Christian junior Madison Volz was second (20:24.7) and freshman teammate Kephart Ashlyn third (21:12.40) and Perry sopho­ more Grace O’Neill was fourth (21:29.10). Lakewood was led by junior Katie Acker who was 12th in 22:58.80 and junior teammate Anja Kelley was 16th in 24:01.20. The Vikings also had senior Madisyn Case 23rd in 25:08.90, freshman Sadie Brearley 24th in 25:09.80 and senior Emily Fortier 26th in 25:18.70. Maple Valley junior Alyson Gusey placed 53rd overall in 37:48.50. Coach Blakely said she had her best mile splits of the season, and while it wasn’t her fastest race it was her most consis­ tent overall. “She looked so strong and confident, and Iw as very pleased with her perfor­ mance,” Blakely said. “I know that if she continues to race like she did tonight and stays healthy the race times will continually drop.” The GLAC Finals will be hosted by Stockbridge Oct. 19. The Lions were a part of the annual Don Baese Invitational hosted by Carson City-Crystal at Fish Creek Sportsman Club last Saturday, Sept. 28. “Course conditions were rough with all the rain we had through the night and during the race making the trails very muddy with poor footing,” coach Blakely said. “Despite this, I was extremely pleased with how the boys ran. Whenever the course is tough or weather conditions are bad, I look at how we race based on those conditions, especially if I am not seeing their fastest times.” Ripley earned a medal for the Maple Valley boys, plac- ing 19th in the 16-team race. “(Ripley) ran a time within 15 seconds of his best, and also fell in the first mile. He was disappointed by falling but said he really pushed the last two miles to make up for it,” coach Blakely said. The Lions were eighth as a team. Greenville won the boys’ championship withjust 46 points. Mt. Pleasant was second with 89 points and Carson City-Crystal third with 92, just ahead of Alma (95) and Potterville (96) in the top five. Greenville senior Ellis Mason won the race in 16:19.16. The Maple Valley team also had Benedict 35th in 18:58.9, Walker 54th in 20: 18.2, Duffey 67th in 21: 11.8 and Adam Blakely 111th in 23:55.6. “Duffey also had an out­ standing performance,” coach Blakely said, “running two really great first miles— he said he really went for it a best time, but by the time he went through the mud a sec­ ond time, his legs were tiring. In the end, he was only 5 seconds off a personal best, and ran his best mile splits yet. Benedict and Adam Blakely were also both with­ in 30 seconds oftheir person­ al best times. The Lions wel­ comed freshman Dominik Squires to his first 5K race for the team Saturday too. Hope Taggart was 64th with a time of 26:45.6 and Alyson Gusey 98th in 39:09.5 for Maple Valley in the girls’ race “Both girls had to contend with a down pour of rain during their race and the lin­ gering affects of illness from the week. Taggart, raced well with the conditions and was only 45 seconds off of a per­ sonal best time. She was very happy, and her self confi­ dence is stronger, after a poor performance the previous Saturday,” coach Blakely said. “She is glad to be back at her regular pace and now can look forward to getting faster.” Call any time lor Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 For Sale Help Wanted SEASONED HARDWOOD FIREWOOD, delivery avail­ able. $70/facecord or $200 full cord. Call 269-838-7053. JOB OPENING - Assistant Di­ rector of Programs at Putnam District Library in Nashville, MI. Primarily this position will create and implement events for the community. 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October 5. 2019 Eagles score their second win over Lion soccer team Maple Valley finished off Christian, with the victory. the Greater Lansing The Eagles will take on Activities Conference sea­ Lansing Christian in one son at Olivet Wednesday, semifinal match-up while falling 3-1 to the host Lakewood faces Leslie in the other. Eagles. The Lions end the con­ It was the second victory of the season for the Olivet ference regular season with a 2-4 record. boys over the Lions. The Lions play in the Maple Valley took a 1-0 lead in the ballgame conference’s consolation Wednesday, but the Eagles tournament today. They rallied to tie the game will be back in action before the half and then Wednesday, Oct. 9, playing scored a pair of second half host to Bellevue in their goals to earn the conference Division 4 District opener. The winner of that ball­ win. 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A free special reception to meet the artists is today, Oct. 5, from 2 to 4 p.m., according to a press release from the art center. Trowbridge received bachelor of fine arts from the College of Creative Studies in Detroit and a master of This painting by Sue Trowbridge of Vermontville is one of many that will be on divinity degree from Boston University, where she also display at the Art Center of Battle Creek through October. A special artist reception is studied painting. She spent planned today. (Photo provided) 22 yearss as a United Methodist pastor but went Trowbridge overcame her books and much more. It is a present to be in the into a dry spell with her depression by getting back “Taking photos of places, present. ‘Presentness’ is my painting in the early years of into her art. faces and things keeps me inspiration.” She said she believes her attended to expressions, her ministry because of her The Art Center of Battle busy schedule and soon art will have .more impact light, colors, textures, Creek is at 265 E. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, $fl 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 41, October 12, 2019 Nashville accepting Wetzel tells Vermontville council resumes for police chief Villanueva threatened to shoot him Taylor Owens Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council opened Thursday’s meeting with a moment of silence for police Chief Chris Koster, who died in a car accident Sept. 26. Village council president Mike Kenyon said he will recommend renaming the village offices to the Chris Koster Nashville Village Offices at the next council meeting. Council trustee and police committee chairman Johnny Hartwell said the village has already posted the position of police chief through the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards, and will accept resumes until Oct. 31. The goal is to select a new chief by mid-November, Hartwell said. The hiring process is planned to work the same as when Koster was hired in 2015. The police committee, made up ofHartwell, Kenyon and trustee Henry Felder, will be assisted by the Barry and Eaton County sheriff’s offices and Michigan State Police in sorting through resumes. A committee made up of representatives from those agencies, and possibly more, is currently being put together to interview the can­ didates and make the final recommendation to the Nashville Village Council. “Right now we have no chain of command at the police department, correct?” trustee Gary White asked the council. “The officers are watching themselves? They have no support mecha­ nism?” “Currently they are report­ ing to me, and also with assistance from Barry County and [the Michigan State Police],” Kenyon said. “So who’s in charge of the department then? Who’s scheduling them?” White asked. “Those two gentlemen over there have it under con­ trol,” Kenyon said, pointing to Nashville police officers Chris Underhile and Keath Bartynski, who were at the meeting. “They know exactly what they’re doing. They’re pro­ fessionals and I assure you that they have stayed in con­ stant communication with any things they might need, or need to run by us.” Hartwell echoed Kenyon’s comments. “Both of our officers are trying their best to support this village through this cri­ sis. They both know that they can contact anybody on this table if they have a ques­ tion,” Hartwell said. “We’re trying to get through this cri­ sis as best we can, with respect to the police depart­ ment and the community.” White also asked council members ifthey had heard of the job posting board indeed. com, and had looked into posting for the position of police chief there. “The lawful way to go about hiring a police chief, you have to go through [the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards], not indeed,” Hartwell said. “I’m not sure about that, but that’s OK,” White replied. White also brought up a number of complaints he had when attempting to attend the police committee meet­ ings. “The Open Meetings Act gives me the right to attend any and all committee meet­ ings I choose to,” White said. “The committees should concentrate on their meetings and not my presence.” He said the police commit­ tee meetings were held behind closed doors, without room for public seating. “I have been harassed and I’m tired of it,” White said. “If I want to come to a meet­ ing and watch the proceed­ ings, I believe I have the legal right to.” Kenyon said he asked vil­ lage attorney Jeff Slugged about the issue, and received an email with his advice. “While there is little law on this particular question, my opinion is that, if four or more members of the council are in attendance and discus­ sions are occurring regarding matters of public policy, then See RESUMES, page 6 Trustee Vermontville Township Fire Chief Jeff Wetzel and his wife Chelsey. Karen Turko-Ebright Contributing Writer Vermontville Township Fire Chief Jeff Wetzel said Vermontville Village Council Trustee Sue Villanueva threatened to shoot him. Villanueva, who denied making the threat when con­ tacted by the Maple Valley News, is a member of the Vermontville Village Council. She represents the council on the Vermontville Township Fire Committee. During a Vermontville Village Council meeting Thursday, Wetzel said the threat occurred last month in a restaurant in Vermontville. After the crash in which three children were killed Sept. 18, Wetzel said Villanueva asked a member ofthe fire department for the names of those involved, and he refused to tell her. Some time later, Wetzel saw Villanueva at the restaurant. Wetzel said he told Villanueva it was not his place to give family mem­ bers information about the names of victims of fatal accidents, due to a federal law restricting release of medical information. “If it’s one of my family members, you damn well better tell me,” Wetzel quot­ ed Villanueva as saying to Village Sue id, ‘Sue, ifI was genblic, I wouldn’t feel table telling you and hen she said, ‘If you wouldn’t tell me it was one of my family members, I will get a gun and shoot you.’ That was her exact words.” Wetzel continued by say­ ing, because of his past experiences with Villanueva, he would have “blown it off’ if the conversation had only been between the two of them. But, the next day, two people who were in the restaurant and overheard what happened told him they were concerned for his safety, Wetzel said. After giving the issue more thought, Wetzel said he decided to tell the council. “It makes no sense,” Wetzel said. “It’s unprofes- See THREAT, page 4 EMS patients aren't paying bills, townships pick up the slack Taylor Owens Staff Writer The Castleton Maple Grove Nashville Emergency Medical Service has been making more runs, but is bringing in less money. “It’s been getting tighter and tighter,” CMGNA Board President Cheryl Hartwell said. EMS Director Mel Oakley has been updating the board on the financial situation over the past few months. He showed the service’s patients were not paying on bills, and the EMS is running short on funds. “I was hoping it was just payments were a little slow and it would catch up with itself,” Butler said. But then it became clear that is not the case. "Mostly, it is not that they are not paying on time - it is that the bills are not being paid at all,” Oakley said. “There are a lot of reasons for this - but I do not want to speculate on that.” needs for the service. Funding for the service Castleton traditionally pays comes from a mixture of 60 percent, and Maple Grove millages in Castleton and pays 40 percent, in accor­ Maple Grove Townships, dance with their population contracts with neighboring differences. Hartwell said the money is townships, such as Kalamo, primarily for payroll, but it and billing patients. The board decided to go to may be used for equipment, the two townships to ask for or any other necessary costs. In an email to the Maple extra funding to make sure News, Oakley the service could continue to Valley meet payroll, until the board explained some of the com­ receives its millage fund plexities involved in billing from the winter taxes, which for the service, and steps the service is taking to try to are collected in December. The Castleton Township alleviate the issues. He explained the first Board, of which Hartwell is the supervisor, voted to pay responders attempt to get the EMS $30,000 out of the billing and insurance infor­ township improvement fund mation when they respond to a call, but the priority is Oct. 2. Butler, who is the supervi­ patient care, and the respondGrove ers don’t always have time or sor of Maple Township, said he plans on the ability to get all the infor­ asking the board to pay mation they need. “This information is often $20,000 into the EMS fund available, after the fact, from at its next meeting Nov. 6. The two townships have the hospital, but it is difficult occasionally gone in together to ensure we are able to get it on funding extra equipment from them in the 90-day win- dow for best practice bill­ ing,” Oakley said. The service contracts with AccuMed for billing. Each week, the CMGNA EMS reviews and completes its medical charts, and sends them to AccuMed to start billing, but the process can be delayed if they are miss­ ing any information. “We are changing our pro­ cess and our review of the charts to ensure that all the information is in the right places before sending off the reports for billing,” Oakley said. “This takes a lot longer than it used to, so this is a new challenge for us. It will also create more work for our staff.” Oakley also pointed to issues with Medicare and Medicaid. “They pay poorly, and that is about 60% our of our oper­ ation,” Oakley said. “They have set rates for what they will pay. It is frustrating, but it is not something I see changing without a lot of pressure from lawmakers.” But Hartwell said a few EMS board members had speculated the millages would not always be enough to cover the full costs of the service, so the issue is not entirely unexpected. The millages expires 2021, and Hartwell said the board would likely discuss a renew­ al or changes to it next year. “Across the entire industry this is a major challenge,” Oakley said. “I have a num­ ber of proposed changes I intend to bring up at the next board meeting which I feel will bring us closer to indus­ try standards for our billing practices.” “I do see it getting better - but it will take a lot ofwork on the part of our team.” In This Issue • Maple Valley band wrapping up marching season today • Fire-prevention lessons shared at elementary schools • Four local bridges undergoing repairs • Valley girls sweep three sets in dual at Stockbridge �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, October 12,2019 Help for the Holidays signup begins Monday Help for the Holidays, a local program coordinated by Barry County Cares, helps those in need at Christmastime. Local families are connected with churches, organizations, businesses and individuals who provide help, such as food for a family or toys for children. Sign-up for the program will start Monday, Oct. 14, and continue through Nov. 27. Eligibility guidelines must be met. Locations for sign-up, based on individual or family address, include: Nashville addresses: Village clerk’s office, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., (closed Wednesday and Friday noon1 p.m.); 517-852-9544. Hasting s/Middleville addresses: Barry County Cares, 231 S. Broadway, Room 108, Hastings; Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-l p.m.; 269-948-9555. Freeport addresses: Freeport District Library, Monday and Thursday 1-8 p.m., Wednesday and Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, 9-11 a.m.; 616-765-5181. Those wishing to “adopt” a family should call Barry County Cares, 269-948­ 9555. Choral society recruiting new singers The Lakewood Area p.m. at Sunfield United Choral Society will celebrate Brethren Church on M-43 its 35 th anniversary in 2020. just west of Sunfield. The mission of the choral The choir, under the musi­ cal leadership of founding society is to provide for its artistic director and conduc­ members an atmosphere that tor Robert C. Oster, has promotes learning and enjoy­ planned 2020 performances ment of choral music and to in Hastings, Lake Odessa, provide audiences with supe­ Portland, Jenison and rior performances of choral Traverse City. As part of its music. Current membership anniversary celebration, the includes 100 singers from choral society is recruiting more than 18 ZIP codes in new singers in any voice part Michigan who range in age to attend an open rehearsal from the mid-20s to 80s. Monday, Nov. 4, from 7 to 9 Past choral experience, including singing in school Or college choirs, as well as church or community choirs, is necessary. Prospective new members are encouraged to attend this open rehearsal. Interested singers should email Joanie Oster, LACS executive assis­ tant, lacsmusic@gmail.com, to register for the Nov. 4 Registration rehearsal. should be completed by Oct. 28. Maple Valley News Published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com • Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & CEO _____________________Hank Schuuring • cfo___ • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. Chris Silverman csilverman@j-adgraphics.com • NEWSROOM• Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com Auditions Auditions, Auditions! Auditionsfor the Thomapple Players Christmas show, A GIFT TO REMEMBER (Adapted by Joseph Robinette. Based on the book Can This Be Christmas? by Debbie Macomber) in the Tuesday, October 15 at 7 PM Dennison Performing Arts Center located at 231 S. Broadway, Hastings A Gift to Remember ispresented by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing Company. Cast size: 6m., 8 to 1 lw., extras Read through October 17 from 7-9:30 PM Rehearsals on October 21,22,24,28,31, from 7-9:30 PM November 4,5,7,8,9,11,12,14,18,19,21,25,26, from 7-9:30 PM Tech Rehearsal Sunday, December 1 from 2-8 PM Performances are December 4 (open to thepublic dress rehearsal) December 5,6,7 at 7PM and December 8 at 2PM. Anyone who is a senior in high school or older is welcome to audition. DougAcker is directing. Questions? Call Doug at work at 269-945-9249 or Norma Jean Acker at 269-945-2332 THORnflPPLE P L R Y E R S _J8 $6 conwsiiy faadatwp thornappleplayers.org The Thomapple Players is a non-profit organization providing theatrical opportunities to the Barry County area. For more information call 269-945-2332 or visit our website at: www.thomappleplayers.org Highpoint Community Bank leadership team is, from left: Rob Ranes, Kim Finkbeiner, Mark Kolanowski, Jane DeBat, Randy Teegardin, Richard Zwiernikowski and Nancy Goodin. (Photo provided.) Highpoint CEO earns ‘Best of Community Banking’ award Mark Kolanowski, president and CEO of Highpoint Community Bank, received the “Best of Community Banking” Award for 2019. This honor, conferred by the 250-member Community Bankers of Michigan, was announced at CBM’s 44th annual convention recently. Kolanowski, who was chosen by his peers to receive the award, said he was both humbled and honored to receive it. _______ “I accept this award from my community bank peers as recognition of what I have done for community banking throughout the years,” he said when the award was presented. “Receiving the award has motivated me to look for even more ways I can contribute to the community over the next several years — and to the bank I have been so fortunate to lead.” Kolanowski has been president and CEO of HCB, formerly Hastings City Bank, for more than 18 years. “During his tenure, he has led his team through the many changes and innovations that new technologies allow,” said Nancy Goodin, Highpoint’s vice president and marketing director. Kolanowski has kept the strength of the bank at the forefront, Goodin said, which is reflected, in part, by 40 consecutive quarters during which Highpoint Community HofneCooldn' /Jack £ JudyV\ ? Country < Kettle Cafe 113 N. Main, JSF 517-852-9700 [MasterCard]Nashville Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! Bank has been awarded a chairman ofthe Barry County Development five-star rating from Bauer Economic board. Communities Financial. from his “Through his leadership, benefited the bank has seen significant contributions so greatly that, improvement in both its earlier this year, he received balance sheet and income the Barry County Chamber statement,” she pointed out. ROTH award for being an “He was tasked with outstanding business navigating the bank through professional, Goodin noted. the Great Recession, keeping “His commitment to the bank on course throughout serving extends beyond the and thriving thereafter.” communities we serve — he A hallmark of has served on Independent Kolanowski’s leadership is Community Bankers of his focus on his staff, Goodin America committees, said. For the 11th consecutive including education, tax and year, Highpoint has been regulatory review, and recognized as one ofthe best previously represented all and brightest companies to Michigan community work for in West Michigan. bankers as the ICBA federal In conferring the honor, delegate,” she added: I Michael J. Tierney, CBM He has been a member of president and CEO, called the CBM board since 2006 Kolanowski “an excellent and is a past board chairman. role model for all community Earlier this year, bankers with what he has Kolanowski led HCB through done for the bank, his a name change. Through his employees, and perhaps most leadership and guidance, this importantly, the community.” was accomplished more Kolanowski serves on the smoothly than expected and Barry County United Way re-energized staff, Goodin executive committee and is a said. “We are now the bank past president and campaign that elevates the communities chairman. He has served on we serve, which better the Spectrum Health Pennock describes who we are how Hospital Board and its and how we see our future.” foundation. In accepting the award, In 2015, HCB chose to Kolanowski said, “I’m partner with the Barry passionate about my work, Community Foundation to my team, my customers, my enroll every kindergarten community, my bank. To be student in Barry County in an recognized for that passion, education savings program to know that others have called Kickstart to Career. noticed something that is so That program is in its fourth meaningful and important to year. me, is an incredibly gratifying Kolanowski also was the feeling.” Kolanowski and his wife Susan have two sons, Mitchell and Benjamin. Check Out Our The “Best of Community Small Breakfast Banking ” Award recognizes the contributions and success Special 1.1 egg, 1/2 meat, small Potato ! of a Michigan community and 1 slice Toast 4 banker. Special recognition is 2.1/2 Biscuits & Gravy plus 1 egg ! given to community bankers 3.3 cakes, 1/2 meat & 1 egg who have made significant contributions to their £a.tlu /Slid. u communities and the community banking industry. SPECIAL Monday - Friday < 6 a.m. -10 a.m. 2 Eggs, Meat, Toast, small Potato OR small Biscuits and Gravy with Coffee. V« JU �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, October 12,2019 — Page 3 From the Pulpit Building godly relationships Pastor Joe Benedict Vermontville Bible Church The Bible is full of encouragement to be inten­ tional about family relation­ ships. It is so important to God for families to keep Him as the center. In my family, we have had many ups and downs, but nothing makes the days sweeter than to know that you have tried to serve the others in your family before yourself. When we have the exam­ ple ofJesus Christ, who was perfect, yet died in our place, we are called to this different kind of love. We are called to a love that does not look out for our own interests (Philippians 2). It sacrifices our own desires in order to ensure that another person’s desires and needs met. It is not natural, but it is necessary for us to be able to experience the kind ofjoy we can experience with God at the center of our life. Speaking practically for me, Ephesians 5:25 says, “Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself for her.” What an incredible challenge I have been given, to love like Jesus loved me. This means that in my life, when I see my wife’s needs, I should do everything I can to meet them. -Jesus saw my need to be forgiven, I should forgive. -Jesus saw my need to be provided for, I should pro­ vide. -Jesus saw my need to be unconditionally loved, I should unconditionally love. -Jesus saw my need to be known, I should know my wife. -Jesus saw my need for a fresh start, I should give a fresh start. -Jesus expected nothing in return, I should expect nothing in return. -Jesus knew I would mess up, we should not expect perfection. -Jesus endured pain for me, I should endure pain for my wife. -Jesus was compassion­ ate, I should show compas­ sion. Coach Andy Roush & the Maple Valley Boys’ Varsity Soccer Team We would like to thank you & express our appreciation for the opportunity to have attended the recent clinic you hosted for our youth soccer players. Thank you for sharing your time & talent with us. With thanks, Maple Valley Youth Soccer Club Phyllis Ann Wells A Memorial Service for Phyllis Ann Wells (9/20/1936­ 8/9/2019) will be held Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019 at the Vermontville Bible Church, N 250 Main Street, Vermontville. The visitation will begin at 9 a.m. with the memorial service at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Litchfield MI at the Mt Hope Cemetery at 1 p.m.. Please join her children, Sally, Robert, Nyle and Faith and other family in this time of remembrance or share a Whole-child instruction Dr. Katherine Bertolini Superintendent The Michigan Department of Education is transitioning its focus from content-specific instruction to whole-child instruc­ tion. By the 2021-22 school year, we will be reporting to the state our efforts to reach and teach the whole child. Part of this requirement will address students’ mental, emo­ tional and physical health. Schools are working hard to be responsible for so many aspects of children’s lives and wel­ fare. This will require us to develop more partnerships and collaborations than ever before. You will see much more information about this state expectation as we move forward. For now, I want to share with you one partnership that is working well. I am joined this week by Shannon Duby of Chartwells. Shannon is our food services director. Chartwells has worked well with us to ensure our students have healthy, balanced and varied options for dining. Summer dining pro­ grams and the new Community Eligible Provision have helped us to nourish more kids than ever before. Thornapple Players audition Tuesday The Thomapple Players will host auditions Tuesday, Oct. 15, for its Christmas show, “A Gift to Remember.” Auditions will begin at 7 p.m. .m. in the Dennison Performing Arts Center, 231 S. Broadway, Hastings. The show - based on the Debbie Macomber book “Can This Be Christmas?” - Shannon Duby Food Services Director This year has been so exciting for our food service program at Maple Valley. We have introduced a new program, Community Eligibility Provision at Fuller Street Elementary and Maplewood School that allows every student to eat free for breakfast and lunch every day. CEP is a program set up through the Michigan Department of Education that schools can opt into ifthey have a high percentage of directly certified students through the state in that building. With this new program, we have seen our breakfast and lunch counts rise significantly each day for both schools. Fuller has an increase of 24 lunches per day and two break­ fasts astsper per day. ay. Maplewood apewoo has asseen seen te the largest argest increase ncreasewt with 47 lunches per day and 21 breakfasts per day. We strive in the food service to provide well balanced and diverse meals daily for these wonderful children. Please encourage your kids and any kids you may know to take full advantage of these meals. A well-nourished body houses an eager and ever-expanding mind. We strive for our kids to be healthy and well in their minds, behavior choices, physical health and social and emotional parts of their lives. This is a great program that gives our kids an advantage in their learning and development every day. It is a great day to be in the Valley. Barry County Extension Calendar of Events October 2019 14 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., location KCC Room 133 14 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC 15 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office 17 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center 28 Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., 911 Building November 2019 4 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC Room 13 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 6 p.m., Extension Office 7 Fair Boat Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ads CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School.................................. 1 0 a.m. ocal Church Schedule 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. 5505 North Mulliken Road, one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. Sunday: A.M. Worship.................................................. 11 .Evening Worship Evening Worship............................................ 6 .Wednesday Family Prayer Meeting................................................ 7 . Phone: (517) 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE Nashville, Ml 49073 REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR Contemporary Service, girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose P.M. Worship............. .......... 6 MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. “Where Wednesday Evening: Special." For Worship............................................................ 7 PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 517-588-8415 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday Worship.............................. 8:30 a.m ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School .............. 10 . both spiritually and physically. Sunday School................. ....... 9:45 a A.M. Service.... ........ 11:15 . Mickey Cousino Worship Service.............. .............. 11 a P.M. Service.... ................ 6 . Certified Lay Minister Sunday Evening Service .... 6 p.m. Phone 616-765-5322 Wed. Evening Service... 630 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY We seek to feed the hungry, 250 N. Main St., Vermontville AWANA.............................. 630-8 p.m. Wed. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, A.M. Service Leadership Training P.M. Service 6p QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Wed. Service 7p M-79 West Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Children's Classes, 11 a.m. Someone Sunday Service 10 a.m. Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Sunday: is 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville 301 Fuller St., Nashville A.M. Worship............. information call 1-269-731-5194. GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday School................................. 9:45 a.m. p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & ...................... 11:00a.m. Holy Communion Church Service 11: 00 a.m....................................... Fellowship ‘No matter who you are, or where you are on life'sjourney, you are welcome here. ’ Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.tn., 6:00 Sunday School............................ 11:00 a.m. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. .............................. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer Common Prayer used for all services. Worship............................................ 9:15 a.m. 10: 00 a.m Sunday Services: Worship Service.......................... 9:45 a.m. 517-852-2043 (517)726-0258 CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 2415 McCann Road 3rd Thursday, 1230 p.m. PASTOR A Spirit-filled Church Located on the comer of State and Washington streets United Methodist Women: 110 S. Main St., PEGGY BAKER ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH PASTOR KAREN KINNEY Vermontville, Ml 49096 Phone (269) 963-7710 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. 9617 E. Baseline Rd. and many other activities. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service....................................... 9 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9.30 a.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Charlotte 6 Night Service................................ 6:45 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Sunday School.............................. 10:30 a.m. Everyone GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.......................................... 11 has a cast of six men, eight to 11 women and some extras. Rehearsals begin Oct. 21. The show will be performed the first weekend in December. Questions may be directed to Doug Acker, (269-945­ 9249, or Norma Jean Acker, 269-945-2332. MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS -Dr. B ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH memory with us at ssrempel@ gmail.com. PASTOR GABE PRIDDY 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. 11 a (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR DON ROSCOE PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Worship.......................................... 11:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Phone: (517) 852-1783 PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE, Assistant Pastor PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR RICH MITTERLING e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR ERIC LAMPHERE, Youth Pastor 517-652-1580 517-231-3434 �Page 4 —Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, October 12,2019 Maple Valley band wrapping up marching season today Immediately after performing Saturday, the Marching Lions get feedback from clini­ afternoon in Hastings. cian Mark Greer. Kathy Maurer Copy Editor Under the guidance of new director Anna Petrenko, the Maple Valley marching band is closing in on its marching season. The 33 students in the band have presented its half­ time show “Swingin’ Through Time” at football games and invitational events. This past Saturday, the Lions competed in the Hastings invitational, taking sixth out of a competitive field of seven Class D bands. “We’re doing very well, and I’m incredibly proud of what the students have been able to accomplish this marching season,” Petrenko said. “They have learned a new marching style and have been very encouraging, sup­ portive and eager to learn Trumpet and trombone players (from left) Charles Smith-Frazier, Jessica Steury, Lily Miller, Jozlynn Miller and Michaela Cheeseman transition to a new formation. more. Today, Oct. 12, the band will travel to DeWitt to per­ form in its last marching invitational. “And then the season is Maple Valley senior Samuel Hochstetler plays a solo in the song “Sway” by Michael Buble. over, and concert season will be upon us,” Petrenko said. Low brass musicians (from left) Holly Rosin, Dominik Squires, Sydney Skelton, Corbin Hasselback, (hidden) and Jozlynn Miller perform in the band’s “Swingin’ Through Time” show. THREAT, continued from page 1 sional.” Vermontville Village Council On Friday, Villanueva said President Jason Sheridan she could not attend the said he had received a letter meeting because of a family from Wetzel’s wife, Chelsey, issue, but she denied threat­ who was also at the meeting. ening Wetzel. Sheridan did not read the “What a liar,” Villanueva letter at the meeting, and vilsaid. “Oh, boy. I’m telling lage Clerk Kathy Joppie said you I never said that. the Maple Valley News “I would never shoot would need to submitt a nobody, I have more brains Freedom of Information Act than that. As far as I’m con­ request to obtain a copy. cerned, it should not even “I know you would like us have been in a public meet- to do something about this,” ing.” Sheridan said to Wetzel. He After Wetzel spoke, said he had not heard from ROUTE DRIVER Due to the future retirement of a long term employee Kent Oil & Propane is accepting applications for a full time route driver. The successful applicant will learn all aspects of fuel and propane delivery and be willing to learn service work. Must have a Class A or B CDL lin cense with hazmat or be able to obtain proper license. Villanueva about the inci­ dent, but he planned to talk to her. Sheridan contacted an attorney as well. “This coun­ cil won’t censure her, admon­ ish her—we can’t do any y of that, she’s an elected official just like the other trustees are.” He said Villanueva “can resign if she chooses,” or the village residents could recall her for threatening Wetzel.. As part par of o thee Vermontville ermonv e As Township Fire Committee, Villanueva was a member of the panel which voted to hire Wetzel. Kim Eldred,, a Kalamo Township trustee who serves on the Vermontville Township Fire Committee, said it works as a communication pipeline to provide input to the depart­ ment and for members to report back to their respective municipalities. This is a full time position with a full benefit package available including employer match 401k, life insurance i and accrued time off. 66 “Invite us in. We’ll bring RESULTS! Must have a clean driving record and be able topassa federal background check. 735 Durkee St Nashville, MI 49073 dontlet BUSINESS DISTRICT WE ARE SLASHING PRICES AT ENVYI Sally Magoon, Associate Broker 269-986-5737 Applications can bepicked up at: Kent Oil & Propane Eldred said neither Wetzel nor Villanueva were at the last committee meeting on Sept. 19. But she noted that Vermontville Township Fire Department Lieutenant Dan Flory, wo Fory, who wa was there in Wetzel eze ’ss stead sea,, mentioned there had been an exchange between Wetzel and Villanueva. In other business, Joppie announced announced the village received a grant for $500 towards a new generator. However, the cost of a new generator is estimated at $15,000. Village officialss are looking into applying for more grant funding. The council approved the Cymbal player Matthew Morris (left) and snare player purchase of updated technology for the water sewer pro- Chris Lantzer are part of this year’s percussion section. gram from Silversmith Data/ Software for up to $10,000. Trick-or-treat hours are set from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. NASHVILLE 31. smagoonrealestate@gmail.com Weichert 111N. Bostwick Avenue Charlotte, Ml 48813 Emerald Properties www.welchertemerald.com H E A t T 0 R. ff Office: (517) 543-7363 SPOOKY SAVINGS ALL MONTH LONG! STOP IN & STOCK UP IF YOU DARE! 207 N. Main St, Nashville • 517-852-0313 For your convenience, please use back entrance �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, October 12, 2019 — Page 5 Gavin Swift straps himself into a fire truck. Castleton Maple Grove Nashville Fire Chief Wayne Gould talks to fifth grade students at Maplewood about fire detectors. (Photos by Taylor Owens) Taylor Owens Staff Writer Vermontville and Nashville area firefighters worked together to educate elementary school students on fire prevention Tuesday. The Castleton Maple Grove Nashville and Vermontville Township fire departments went to both Fuller Street Elementary and Maplewood School to talk to students about fire detectors; drills; stop, drop and roll; and more. CMGNA Assistant Fire Chief Wayne Gould said a traditional fire department open house doesn’t reach every kid, which is why they have been going to both ele­ mentary schools for years to talk to students directly. The firefighters put on their gear, showed kids around the trucks, and quizzed them on what they should do in case of a fire. But since every house is different, the departmentt can’t cover every scenario, which is why Gould recom-­, mended every family prac­ tice fire drills at home. The Vermontville fire department also went to Amish schools earlier in the day. Vermontville Fire Chief Jeff Wetzel said they also spent extra time on road safety, due to the accident in which three Amish children died last month. The fire department focused on defensive driv­ ing, reflective vests and more, Fall events announced for Vermontville Library The Vermontville Township Library will host guest author Mike Fomes to present “101 Things that Happened on the Mackinac Bridge” at 3 p.m. Oct. 20. The event is a presentation about Michigan’s iconic fivemile span that has seen his­ toric, tragic and hilarious events. Since construction began in 1954, the Mackinac Bridge has withstood gale­ force winds, the pressure of crushing ice floes and blinding snowstorms. Since opening in 1957 it has been struck by lightning, hit by an airplane and a ship—yet it still stands, and is perhaps the safest five miles of 1-75. Visitors will hear and see the stories and photos of what made the engineering wonder a sym­ bol of the state of Michigan. Fomes covered the bridge and the United States Coast Guard ice crusher “Mackinaw” for 26 years for several media outlets in Northern Michigan, includ­ ing radio and television sta­ tions and the Cheboygan Daily Tribune. He is a Michigan Notable Book win­ ner. Tinker Tuesdays, the weekly hands-on activities for kids, will return at 5 p.m. Tuesday Oct. 22. Pumpkin sculpting will be at the Vermontville Community Center at 6 p.m. Oct. 24. Spencer Scharf from A3Arts Mixed Media will teach participants how to peel layers of the pumpkin using clay modeling tools to add a scary amount of detail to jack-o’-lanterns. This event is intended for upper elementary, teens and adults. Space is limited to 25 seats. Pumpkins will be provided. Attendees must pre-register at the library. This event is free, but a $10 deposit is required to hold each seat, which will be returned on the night of the_gveiit.,^ “Godzilla: king of the Monsters” will run at 7 p.m. Oct. 26, after trunk-or-treat. The movie is rated PG-13 and is 132 minutes long. Basic and advanced soap-making classes will take place at the community center from 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 2. The ladies from Dancing Crane Soaps and Sundries will present a basic soap-mak­ ing workshop from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and an advanced soap-making workshop from 10:30 am. to noon. The soap class includes all necessary molds, ingredients, handouts and utensils. Participants will learn how to make soap from scratch, but they will also learn about the scientific processes that oils and lye undergo to become soap. This event is geared for patrons 15 years of age and older, (10-14 with an adult) and is limited to 20 partici­ pants. Preregistration is required. This event is free, but a $10 deposit is required to hold each seat, which will be returned on the night of the event. The library will be closed Nov. 28, 29, and 30, for the Thanksgiving weekend. Santa will be at the com­ munity center at 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6. Vermontville Township Fire Chief Jeff Wetzel shows kids the gear firefighters carry. Helpandendouragement after the death of a spouse, child, r family member or friend. 6Qllow V/C Facebook WEEKLY GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP when: Thursday’s 6:30 - 8:30 pm September 19- December 19 date until the new edition is printed! where: Vermontville Bible Church 250 N. Main St, Vermontville, Ml In the Christian Activity Center CONTACT: Ardy Robotham 517-852-4001 Kathy Brood 517-231-4296 Diane Reglin 517-231-2414 �P^y> 6 — Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, October 12,2019 Business Services For Sale BUYING ALL HARD­ WOODS: Walnut, White Oak, Tulip Poplar. Call for pricing. Will buy single Wal­ nut trees. Insured, liability & workman's comp. Fetterley lagging, (269)818-7793. SEASONED HARDWOOD FIREWOOD, delivery avail­ able. $70/facecord or $200 full cord. CaU 269-838-7053. Estate Sales Four local bridgesundergoing repairs County expects work to be done by month's end the project cost for the bridge work while the road commis­ sion picks up the local match. On the bridge projects on River and Center roads, the asphalt layer has been removed, and repairs are being made to the concrete box structure underneath before a new layer of asphalt is applied. Structure replace­ ment and new asphalt has been completed on the Thomapple Lake and Barger roads structures, with the asphalt still needing to be cured before traffic will be able to use the road. Thomapple Lake and Barger roads could reopen to traffic by the end of next week, Welch said. The total cost of the proj­ ect is $536,120. Anlaan Construction ofGrand Haven is the project contractor. Under MDOT regulations, the state contracts for the critical bridge repairs, not the local road commission, Welch said HUGE ESTATE SALE! Fri­ Greg Chandler day- Oct 18th, Saturday- Oct StaffWriter 19th and Sunday- Oct 20th, Repairs to several bridges 2019. Come travel through the journey oftime from late 1800s over the Thomapple River through the 1920s plus World could be finished before the GUTTER LEAF GUARD: War II, 1950s and on. Now to end of the month. Rehabilitation work is in We install several styles of offer 1800s pocket watches, leaf protection for your gutter plus furniture, 1920s art work, progress on River Road and 1920s and 30s Atkinson fox Center Road bridges, and It downspout system, one for every problem It budget. prints plus decoratives. World new structures are being put Before you sign a high priced War 11 navel ship target viewer,, in on Thomapple Lake Road contract with the big dty firms, an original ship's wheel plus and Barger Road under the military collectibles. Buttons, uons, get a price from us. We've marycoeces. plus jewelry, marbles, toys, Michigan Department of served this area since 1959. Critical glassware, large assortment of Transportation’s Critical BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING furniture, general store butch- Bridges program. The project (269)945-0004. er block, ornate iron security is scheduled for completion doors- great for garden art, by Oct. 25, said Jake Welch, Help Wanted collectible books- plus first operations director for the JOB OPENING - Assistant Di­ editions, household items, Barry County Road rector of Programs at Putnam zero turnaround riding lawn Commission. District Library in Nashville, mower, a selfpropelled mower The road commission MI. Primarily this position will and tools. This is going to be create and implement events a huge sale! You don't want to applied two years ago to for the community. Must have miss! Come travel with us and have the spans designated as high school diploma, strong find a treasure. Absolutely no critical bridges, making them technology skills, and passion early sales and no pre-picking. eligible for the state program. for working with the public AU is available on the first day MDOT pays 95 percent of For a more complete job post­ of the sale. Doors open 9aming and instructions for ap­ 5pm sharp. There will be a plying visit www.putnamlib, sign up sheet available at 7am. We accept all major credit RESUMES, continued from page 1 org/about-us/. cards. Hope to see you there! Community Notice 8411 North 32nd St. Richland, it is technically a meeting of He also listed a number of Michigan 49083. You may call the council, and should be revisions he believed should GRIEF RECOVERY 269-760-1682 for questions. noted and treated as such,” be made to the policy. SUPPORT GROUP. “The village adomey may Kenyon read from Sluggett’s Vermontville Bible Church. For Rent email. “Typically only com- have looked at it, but I looked Every Thursday from FOR RENT: NASHVILLE, mittee members, and not at it,” White said. “We need 6:30-8:30 p.m. remodeled 3 bedroom home. other members of the coun- to make some revisions on Everyone welcome. Group settings are helpful. No pets. $850 plus deposit. cil, ought to attend a commit- it.” 616-822-1095. Grief can be lonesome. 6168221095. tee meeting, unless there is White also suggested the Questions, call FOR RENT IN Nashville-1 an intent to notice, post, et village look into prices for Ardy Robotham 517-852-4001 Bedroom Upper Apartment- cetera, as a meeting of the recording equipment, to $360/month plus security. NO council.” record the minutes of council PUBLISHER’S PETS. 517-652-1068. “On balance, however, I meetings. He cited the last NOTICE: FOR RENT: COZY, seclud-think it is preferable to sim- meeting, in which Koster AB real MMr ad vertiwng in tins to subject to die Fan Housing Ad and (be Michigan ed, rural one bedroom par- ply avoid having four or read a statement addressing Civil Rights Ad which collectively make it ille tially furnished second floor more members ofthe council the complaint against him, Pl to advertise “wy preference, limitation or apartment near Nashville. attend such meetings,” but then destroyed the only discrim ination baaed on race, eota. religion, set. handicap, familial status, national origin, age or No smoking, no pets. Heat/ Slugged wrote. copy of the statement. marital statu*. or an intention, to make any such utilities provided. Referenc­ preference, limitation or discrimination " Familial “I’m not trying to shoot Additionally, White said es required. $575/month. Gary down about his point,” the village’s policies were status include? children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women (517)852-9913 and people securing custody of children under IB. Kenyon said. violated when the village This newspaper will not knowingly accept White also took issue with sold both a retired police car Fann any advertising for read estate which to in viola­ tion of the law. Our matters are hereby informed the current complaint policy, and a vehicle seized by the that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are WANTED: JUNK 709 Interna- which Kenyon asked Slugged police department, without available on an equal opportunity basis. To report tional Tractor with good rear to review. The policy came to notifying the council as a discrimination call the Pair Housing Center al end and axle or bad motor. be at the center of the last whole. 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone num­ ber for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. (269)209-3007 village council meeting, in Under “purchasing proce­ which a complaint against dure,” the village policy Koster was discussed in pub­ states, “The Council shall lic comment, instead ofgoing decide the procedure to use through the complaint pro­ when the Village plans to sell cess as stated in the policy. equipment.” So far Kenyon said he had Eventually Kenyon received four complaints in seemed to grow exasperated the last two weeks, which with White. were handled under the poli­ “You know what, Gary? cy. Two have been rectified, You just have to realize, and two are still pending. you’re not the only person During public comment who knows things, and how Thursday, Shane Gillean, to ask questions and make owner of Shane’s Auto sure things are taken care The Village of Nashville is taking applications for the Service, said officer of,” Kenyon said. “I just Underhile has a “personal want you to know that. I’m part time position of Village Treasurer. Required vendetta” against him. so glad that you’re here to education/experience-Associate’s degree in accounting Gillean said Underhile was make sure we do things cor­ or related field preferred or three years’ experience in attempting to prosecute him rectly, because we are totally municipal government administration. If you have any for a case which had already lost without your guidance.” questions about the position please call Mike Kenyon at been thrown out by a judge, During communications to after Gillean and Underhile council, Kenyon read a letter 517-977-4022 or the Village Office at 517-852-9544. A had a disagreement over from the Eaton Federal job description can be obtained at the Nashville Village work on a truck. Savings Bank Assistant Office or emailed to you upon request Please send Kenyon told Gillean to Branch Manager Cathy resume to Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main Street, PO submit a complaint through a Felder regarding the police Box 587, Nashville, MI 49073 or email to clerknashville© form at the village office, as department. Felder said she yahopxom. All applications must be received by October the policy outlines. hoped die village would hire White said if someone a new police chief and cany 21st, 2019. Application shall become the property ofthe brings forward a complaint on Koster’s goal of having a Village of Nashville and will be public information during public comment, it police department that unless otherwise requested. All resumes shall be held should be addressed, instead always has someone on duty. on file for one year and shall only be returned to the ofthe village telling the com­ She pointed out that the applicant at their request. The village reserves the right plainant to fill out a form. bank has been robbed twice “Sometimes people have a in her time there and, both to accept or reject any or all applications. The Village of hard time filling out docu­ times, the Nashville depart­ Nashville is an Equal Opportunity Provider. 130059 ments,” White said. ment did not have someone BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING SEAMLESS gutter. 50 colors, free estimates. Since 1959 (269)945-0004. www.bleameaves.com OPEN POSITION NASHVILLE VILLAGE TREASURER Four bridges spanning the Thomapple River in Barry County are currently being repaired with funding primar­ ily from the state’s Critical Bridges program. on duty. And, by the time the Barry County Sheriff’s Office was on the scene, the suspects had gotten away. In other business, the vil­ lage unanimously approved Mike Beachnau as a volun­ teer for the village Department of Public of Works. Village treasurer Kayce Nelson had tendered her res­ ignation, citing personal rea­ sons, at the end of September. Nelson was hired in March. The village unanimously approved a debit card through Highpoint Community Bank for village employees to use, and voted to combine some checking accounts at the bank to streamline payment transfers. Director of Public Works Scott Decker said he spoke to the Michigan Department of Transportation to ask when the work will be completed on the M-66 bridge over Quaker Brook. He said the paving is being held off until a water main damaged in the bridge replacement is fixed. “The timeline, I couldn’t tell you,” Decker said. “But I did ask them this, ‘Do you think you’re going to be able to get the paving done this year?’ and they said ‘yes.’ ” At the end of the meeting, Kenyon said he spent more than two weeks reviewing the village’s rules for proce­ dure, following the conten­ tious village meeting Sept. 12. “For over 15 years, I’ve sat here and we’ve conducted parliamentary procedure,” Kenyon said. The meetings were lax, in what Kenyon said was a good way, in which discus­ sion was encouraged, and people didn’t feel it was nec­ essary to ask for the floor. “Well, it’s become obvious that we can’t - I’m not going to do it that way any­ more... Please be ready, we wiU conduct our meetings as best we can from here on out, following our rules of proce­ dure.” The next meeting will be at 7 p.m. Thursday Oct. 24. LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Larry W. Hoffman and Allison K. Hoffman, husband and wife, to US Bank National Association as successor by merger to US Bank National Association ND, Mort­ gagee, dated March 31, 2006 and recorded April 7, 2006 in In­ strument Number 1162327 Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighteen Thousand Seven Hun­ dred Eight and 73/100 Dollars ($118,708.73), including interest at 7.55% 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 OCTOBER 31, 2019. Said premises are located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County Michigan, and are de­ scribed as: Commencing at a Post on the North and South 1/4 line 14 chains and 45 links South of the 1/4 Post in the center of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, thence West 3 chains, thence South 2 chains, thence East 3 chains, to the 1/4 line, thence North on the 1/4 line 2 chains to the 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 re­ demption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. 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 re­ demption period. Dated: September 28,2019 File No. 19-006067 Firm Name: Orians PC (09-28)(10-19) 129190 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, October 12, 2019 — Page 7 Martin remains undefeated Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events after win over Valley boys * n, * IlHgfc. k rjgt Kira Ity NUKE «6n »W ®ll«ta«iiilt ™ snfcj{hmi^ Mi WHttoirita □35S (HwMlilt ^Ip4 ^Witaars ■J® HMMnKUK rets. 13 in IMWM _, k JJUllttllfflJ] " taltak Wjft ■ ff® sattttuittE Mil dOn Until i»B EfeiltalSs* iflSJ impni ii«« itaBri aiiaW^ „ gtisWial!l'1 *■ ***•«! • "S** «S!>** l>. . <*fesS l»*>* tt&Z tt& !,!!%4 Brett Bremer “I don’t have an answer for Sports Editor that other than we just have It has been a season of ups to start faster. and downs, and not just from “We even tried taking the game to game but from quar­ ball to see if we could score ter to quarter for the Maple first, and we just struggled Valley varsity football team getting off the line.” in its first eight-player sea­ Martin rushed for 356 son. yards in the bailgame, but The Lions fell to 2-4 this coach Martin said he was year with a 42-20 loss at pleased with the improve­ Martin Friday that reminded ments his team made in slow­ head coach Marty Martin a ing the Clippers’ ground lot ofhis team’s tough defeat game in the second half. at Onekama a couple of Freshmen defensive tack­ weeks ago. Martin moved to les Hayden Bassett and 7-0 on the season with the Christian Huissen showed some good potential when victory. The Lions fell behind 20-0 they got their chance up front in the opening quarter, but for the Lions, and coach pulled within 20-6 with three Martin also saw some good and a half minutes to play in things from freshman line­ the first half on a three-yard backer Reece Proctortouchdown run by Hugheston Burhans who filled in for Heckathom, and then recov­ junior Hugheston Heckathom ered a Clipper fumble with when he was forced out of 1:33 to go in the half to get the game by an injuiy. He the ball back. was also happy with the The Lions couldn’t turn defensive efforts of junior that turnover into points David Hosack-Frizzell and though. senior Anthony Raymond. The teams traded touch­ Heckathom recovered a pair downs early in the second of Clipper fumbles. half, but Martin scored two Hunter Bassett had a more times in the third quar­ game-high 13 tackles for the ter to pull away. Lions. “We came out and gave up Coach Martin said his big plays in the first quarter, team does need to improve shut them down in the second its pass rush though, to make and really controlled the sec­ things easier on its freshmen ond quarter. They come out comer backs. in the third, and put a couple Rushing the passer and touchdowns on us and then trying to. get through the line we controlled it the rest of is what the Clippers do defen­ the way,” coach Martin said. sively. Valley spikers sweep sets at Stockbridge The Maple Valley varsity volleyball team fought off Stockbridge on the road Tuesday to improve to 4-1 in the Greater Lansing Activities Conference this season. The Lions bested the Panthers 25-14,25-21,25-23 at’Stockbridge High School, earning their 26th victory overall this season. Keilyn Carpenter paced the Lion attack with 15 kills. She also had two aces and tied for the team lead in digs with 12. The Lions shared the defensive effort in the back. Olivia Roush had 12 digs, Trista Medina 11 and Joey Terpening ten. The Lions also got seven digs from Lexi Booher, five from Ashlyn Wilkes and four from Carli Deo. Medina put up 18 assists in the dual. Terpening and Medina had four kills each and Deo added three. The Maple Valley girls took on some stiff competi­ tion at the Perry Invitational Saturday, falling to Birch Run, Bay City Central and Holt. Lion head coach Sarah Carpenter was proud of her team’s 25-17,26-24 win over Manchester, a team ranked 14th in the state in Division 3 going into the weekend according to Prep Dig: The Lions also Split with Manchester during pool play at the tournament 25-22, 15-25 before besting the Manchester girls in the open­ ing round of the Silver Bracket play. Keilyn Carpenter had 67 kills on the day. Deo led the Lions in blocks with four. Medina recorded 68 assists. Roush and Medina had 38 digs each while Carpenter had 34 and Terpening 32. The Lions are scheduled to be a part of the Dansville Invitational today (Oct. 12) and then will return to GLAC play at Lansing Christian Tuesday. The Lions will be a part of the Constantine Invitational next Saturday (Oct. 19). 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Teammate Brayden Eckman recovered the fumble in the end zone for a Clipper touch­ down three minutes and ten seconds into the game. Heckathom added a 16-yard rushing touchdown for the Lions three minutes into the second half, cutting the Clipper lead to 27-14 after adding the two-point mn. Lion quarterback Blaze Sensiba scored the final touchdown of the game on a four-yard run 49 seconds into the fourth quarter. Sensiba was 2-of-5 pass­ ing for 37 yards. He was intercepted twice by Curry. Cody Taylor had a 25-yard reception for the Lions and Heckathom a 12-yard grab. Maple Valley goes on the road next Friday to face Webberville. 5 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa crystalflash.com — 800.875.4851 �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, October 12,2019 Sign-up going on now for youth basketball seasons Maple Valley Youth Basketball will host sign-up sessions for 4th thru 6th grade basketball players on Oct. 14 in the high school cafeteria from 6:30 pjn. to 7:30 p.m. There were plans to hand sign-up forms at Maplewood School on Oct. 9. Additional forms will be available in the office at Maplewood. Forms will also be available the evening of sign-up. Sign-up forms can be completed and turned in at the sign-up meet­ ing. For those who can not attend the sign-up evening, forms can be dropped offthe Maplewood office or please contact Youth Basketball CoordinatorTony Joostbems. Games for boys and girls will begin on Dec. 7-8, with the season ending the last weekend of February. Seventh and eighth grade girls wishing to play basket­ ball in the coining season need to stop into the high school office for sign-up ASAP. The 7th and 8th grade girls games will begin on Nov. 9 with season ending tournament on Dec. 14-15. Forms for seventh and eighth grade boys’ to sign up for the winter season will be Valley shuts out its two GLAC Tournament foes Lions face Lansing Christian in district semi's available in December. The boys’ games will begin on Jan. 11 with a season ending tournament on the weekend March 7. Player fee is $20.00 per player again this year, Assistance and scholarship may be available upon request. Information will be confidential. Contact Joostbems for more informa­ tion. The Maple Valley teams will once again be participat­ ing in the Red Cedar League — a travel league. Games will be played on Saturdays and Sundays beginning on the above mentioned dates. Saturday games will be the preferred day, but some sites may only have gym time available on Sundays. The program will focus on fundamentals, team work , sportsmanship and having fun playing basketball. All players are expected to keep up with school work and behave appropriately at all times. The conference will work with ballplayers that have other activities. Practices are normally two days a week. Practices will be held at Maplewood and the Maple Valley High School gyms. There will be an open gym on Sunday evenings. Anyone wishing to coach this season is asked to please note their willingness to coach on your child’s sign­ up form or Joostbems. Any other questions or concern may also be directed to Joostbems at 269-838­ 8131 or by email at tjoostbems@yahoo.com. ’ County pays tribute to late Nashville police chief pretty good.” The Broncos scored first in the second half, but Lions answered right away with their seventh goal. The Lansing Christian Pilgrims finished second to Leslie at the GLAC Championship Tournament last weekend. The Lions fell in their GLAC meeting with the Pilgrims, but have 11 wins overall to Lansing Christian’s ten. Roush said those 11 wins are one of the best marks in the history of the Lion pro­ gram. “We have been really focusing on what our strengths are and to play to those, and let the results take care of themselves,” Roush said. “We have four seniors, they want to go out with the best possible results we can At their meeting Tuesday morning, Barry County Commissioners honored Nashville whether it be a win or a loss.” “I keep talking to them Police Chief Chris Koster, who died Sept. 26. From left: Commissioner Ben Geiger of about us being trailblazers, Woodland and Prosecutor Julie Nakfoor Pratt with Koster’s oldest son, Kyle, during what we’re doing now is set- the tribute. (Photo by Rebecca Pierce) ting the stage for future teams. It is kind of a cool proudest moment of Koster their role modeLapw?”’ Rebecca Pierce thing that they get to be a part was when he doggedly pur­ Editor The proclamaftbn" com­ of that building process,” he Barry County commis­ sued evidence in a cold case mended: added. sioners paid tribute Tuesday in which a girl with Down The 32 years that Koster to Nashville Police Chief syndrome was the victim of spent “on duty for the people Chris Koster, who died Sept. sexual abuse. She was non­ ofWest Michigan serving the 26 in a one-car crash on verbal, so she wasn’t able to Otsego Police Department, North 32nd Street in testify or provide evidence in the Allegan County sheriff’s Kalamazoo County’s the case. department and the Nashville KEEPING ING v thic “Then, when the guy con­ police department.” Richland Township. The father and son of fessed, we still needed evi­ His commitment to the police officers, Koster spent dence. Chris wouldn’t give “safety and well-being of our 27 years in law enforcement up.” children and in serving as a Eventually, he found some detective tasked with bring­ in Allegan County before the village of Nashville picked old photos that provided the ing child predators to jus­ him to be its police chief in proof they needed and a con­ tice.” $449bag — viction followed. The offend­ April 2015. and the final chapter of his NOW “He was my friend and he er is in prison now, she said. career in Barry County as 40 Lb. Bag Premium Grade 3 Koster always spoke high­ Nashville police chief where will be missed,” said Wood Fuel Pellets STOCK Prosecutor Julie Nakfoor ly of his family, the prosecu­ he “made a permanent, posi­ 100% wood, low ash. ■* Pratt, who had known Koster tor said. He was proud of his tive impression on the lives since about 1993 when she wife, Michelle, and sons, of young people and on the GFA60A Heater LP Tt002Wood was a prosecutor in Allegan Kyle, who works as a proba­ streets” ofNashville. County. tion officer in Barry County, The proclamation offered 30k-55/60k Stove Shiloh Koster was working as a and Hunter, who is a sheriff’s the county’s deepest condo­ 7188303 8387029 detective for the Allegan deputy in Allegan County, lences to Koster’s family and County sheriff’s department she noted. “its sincerest gratitude for his at that time, she said. County commissioner Ben service to our communities “I cannot describe the tre­ Geiger said he had spent and our children.” mendous loss,” Nakfoor Pratt some time with Koster at the After reading the procla­ Baseboard Heater said "... For anybody that Nashville Sesquicentennial mation, Geiger turned to 6231930 knew Chief Koster, he was a celebration. Kyle Koster and said, “Your spark... “I saw him interacting dad left a legacy that we all “He described himself as a with some kids who had been should live up to.” bull in a china shop, but a walking around our neigh­ Kyle Koster replied: “The more fierce advocate for the borhood at night, possibly only thing I would like to add elderly, vulnerable and chil­ getting into trouble,” Geiger is that my dad enjoyed every dren you have never met.” recalled. “... I saw how he bit of his career because of Nakfoor Pratt said Koster mentored those kids. To see the passion he developed 219 S. State in was articulate and had a keen how he came at it, not as a from his father. We are grateNashville sense of evidence. “He was cop, but as a friend - it ful to have found our niche in 517-852-0882 very, very hardworking...... touched my heart. the community. Chris and I worked well “Last night, I heard those “And we’ll continue to Mon, to 5:30. together.” kids walking around the build his legacy and provide The prosecutor said her neighborhood again and I the protection that our com­ thought, ‘Who’s going to be munity needs. Thank you.” Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions came up just short oftheir goal of a spot in the Greater Lansing Activities Conference championship tournament this fall, but proved the best of the rest Saturday. The Maple Valley varsity boys’ soccer team scored a 2-0 win over Stockbridge and a 7-0 victory over Perry Saturday at Fuller Street Field in Nashville to close out the GLAC season while the top four teams in the con­ ference were duking it out at Lansing Christian. Devin Thompson and Eli Nelson scored goals in the win over the Panthers for the Lions. They had two goals each in the victory over the Ramblers, with Landon Garlinger, Owen Bailey and Duncan Seume also scoring for the day’s hosts. “Really proud of this team’s resiliency and charac­ ter,” Maple Valley head coach Andy Roush said. “We didn’t play our best soccer in the second half versus Olivet (last week), but the guys bounced back nicely today putting together not just two complete halves, but two complete matches. “It’s exciting to have good team chemistry, great young men and now a little momen­ tum heading into district Play.” The Lions opened district play with a 7-3 win over vis­ iting Bellevue Wednesday. The Lions now travel to Laingsburg for their Division 4 District Semifinal match­ up with Lansing Christian Oct. 16. Nelson scored twice for the Lions. Garrett Pearson, Thompson, Matthew Slaght, Caden Faurot and Owen Bailey scored one goal each. The Lions led 6-0 in the first half and cruised to the win, getting everybody on the field and working on some things for their upcom­ ing district semifinal match­ up. “We have been testing out some different positioning, understanding the spacing between the lines and trying to be a little smarter with our movement and be more dis­ ciplined,” Roush said. “When it clicks, it looks LUO Am FALL s1499 We Fill Propane Cylinders � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-10-19.pdf 56a4b07f5c8c42a0ccef694879026dc9 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY news <*/y Published csf Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 42, October 19, 2019 A local paper of today! Student scores off to strong start Taylor Owens StaffWriter Assessment Coordinator Jeff Byrne wrote he couldn’t remember the last time Maple Valley students had such a strong start to the school year. In a written report submit­ ted to the Board ofEducation during its meeting Monday, Byrne showed the scores from the Northwest Evaluation Association examination students took last month. The test is standardized across the United States, so the school can easily com­ pare its scores to the national average. Maple Valley students are at - or above - the national average for math in second, fourth, fifth, eighth, 10th and 11th grades. They are at or above the national average for English language arts in kindergarten, second, fourth, seventh, eighth and 10th grades. Seniors are not tested, and eleventh grade ELA will begin testing next year. The national average scores start around 140 in kindergarten, and gradually climb to about 220 and 230 in 10th and 11th grades. In the grades where Maple Valley is below the national average, it is within five points in both subjects in every grade, except sixth­ grade math. “We were very, very pleased overall,” Superintendent Katherine Bertolini said. She pointed out the school has a number ofnew teachers and that’s when scores are expected to dip, but that wasn’t the case this fall. “Now the challenge for our amazing staff is to keep propelling student achieve­ ment even further.” Transportation Mechanic Mike Newsome was award- ed “Staff of the Month” for filling in on bus routes and keeping the bus fleet in top condition. The Lion Pride Award was announced for John Gutsue of Gutsue Construction, who was unable to be at the meet­ ing. Gutsue Construction donated employee time and See SCORES, page 5 Students send more than 150 cards to veterans Taylor Owens Staff Writer Maplewood fourth grade students have spent four weeks making over 150 cards and letters for Michigan veterans. They presented the letters to Dave Heyduck, a veteran and member of the Talons Out Honor Flight Board of Directors, at Maplewood School in Vermontville Thursday. One of around 200 hubs for the national nonprofit Honor Flight Network, Talons Out flies veterans to Washington, D.C., for a free trip that also includes visit­ ing the National Mall, Arlington National Cemetery and more. On the flight home, Talons Out does its own version of “mail call,” like the veterans would have received while they were serving. The veter­ ans will get letters from kids all across Southwestern Michigan, thanking them for their service and wishing them well. “You’ve got no idea how valuable what you guys do is to these veterans,” Heyduck told the fourth grade stu­ dents. “It’s one of the high­ lights of their trip.” Mail call is not something the veterans are told about beforehand. Heyduck said there are other things Talons Out does during the trip that See VETERANS, pg. 2 Students who have friends or family who have served in the military raise their hands. Carpenter sets her own new kill record in Lion victory Brett Bremer Sports Editor Keilyn Carpenter added her name to the record books one more time, and the Maple Valley varsity volleyball team won again. Carpenter, a junior all­ state outside hitter, pounded 34 kills in her team’s four-set victory at Lansing Christian Tuesday. The win moves the Lions to 4-1 in the Greater Lansing Activities Conference this season. Coach Sarah Carpenter said the 34 kills would earn Keilyn another spot in the NFHS record book. She has had 32 kills in a single match two other times during her varsity career, including last year in a five-set match against Lansing Christian. “This is especially sweet because she was paired up against Ashley Nordman an all-state outside hitter for Lansing Christian,” coach Carpenter said. Corunna’s Meredith Norris holds the state record for kills in a match. She had 56 in a five-setter against Goodrich in 2015. She also has the state mark for kills in a four-set match, 43, in another match-up with the Goodrich girls. Keilyn and Nordman are Talons Out Honor Flight member Dave Heyduck holds two of the most talented a box of over 150 cards and letters from Maplewood junior volleyball players in fourth-grade students. (Photos by Taylor Owens) the state of Michigan. The Maple Valley team continues to be one of the most talented in the GLAC this fall. They bested the Pilgrims 25-20,19-25,25-19, 25-16 Tuesday. Carli Deo and Josey Lansing Christian ends Lion soccer Terpening added five kills season in district semifinals each for the Lions in the vic­ Vermontville grief support group tory. Trista Medina put up 36 open to all assists. Maple Valley had four Fifth EEE death reported; virus still Maple Valley junior outside hitter Keilyn Carpenter girls record double digit digs. a threat despite cooler temperatures earned another line with her name in the National Olivia Roush led the Lions Federation of State High School Associations record Lions battle the pack at Greater with 18 and Terpening had 12. Medina and Lexi Booher book and the MHSAA record book with her 34 kills, a Lansing C.C. Championship new varsity high for her, in the Lions’ 3-1 victory over had ten digs each. Lansing Christian Tuesday. (File photo) In This Issue �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, October 19,2019 Letters to the Editor Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues People should expect better than threatening rhetoric from leaders To the Editor: I was dismayed to read about Vermontville’s village council member Sue Villanueva’s interaction with Fire Chief Jeff Wetzel. While she denies the inci­ dent, allow me to share my thoughts on the matter that go beyond the “he said, she said” guilt or innocence. To state the obvious, any rhetoric involving threats or violence is not only unpro­ fessional, it is reprehensible. Our leaders are elected to represent the best of us with civility, grace and respect. This story is another testa­ ment to our eroding values as citizens of the United States of America, and the Village ofVermontville. Is this the sort of behavior we want from those we elect to lead? Shouldn’t we expect better? I also am furious with the other members of the village council who claim they can­ not (or will not) respond. Even a strongly worded letter to the editor condemning this type of talk is at least some­ thing. Vermontville has many issues. A council that refuses to rise up, not tolerate, and take some action should not be one of them. Rev. David Poole Pastor, First Congregational Church, Vermontville, Lansing Christian ends Lion soccer season in district semi’s Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Maple Valley varsity boys’ soccer team was within one goal of Greater Lansing Activities Conference foe Lansing Christian in the Division 4 District Semifinals with 23 minutes to play Wednesday. The Pilgrims scored a 6-1 win in their GLAC match-up with the Lions earlier this season, but a Lion goal pulled their team within 2-1 of the Lansing Christian boys Wednesday. Devin Thompson pushed the ball up the right side of the field and shot a pass across to teammate Eli Nelson on the left. Nelson slid a pass through to Garrett Pearson who put it past the Pilgrim keeper. “It was kind of a cool teamwork play. When it hap­ pens it looks so easy,” Lion head coach Andy Roush said. “I thought they did well. We hung with them pretty well, and hats off to the guys for that. It kind of opened theneyes a bit that if they stay disciplined things are possi­ ble.” It was only a sliver ofhope for the Lions though. Lansing Christian answered the goal a minute later and then went on to a 4-1 victory. “We had a miscue and then they capitalized on it, and then scored another ten minutes later to kind of cap it off,” Roush said. “They’re pretty good about capitaliz­ ing on your mistakes, that is for sure.” Lansing Christian’s first Putnam Library has a busy October Putnam District Library is continuing to provide tech­ nology assistance from 11-12 p.m. Mondays this October. Tech Lab is available for anyone who needs assistance with electronics such as phones, tablets and laptops. It is also available to individ­ uals who want to become more familiar with the inter­ net, social media and more. Tech Lab is open to all ages and skill levels. At “DIY Trick-or-Treat Bags,” kids can sew a trickor-treat bag to use on Walker named student of the month Halloween this year. Community mentor Sue Pufpaff will be available for assistance and advice throughout the sewing proj­ ect. The sewing machines, fab­ ric and supplies will be pro­ vided. The open slots that are available to sign up for are 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Oct. 23, and 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 24. This project requires participants to sign up and attend both sessions. Teens are invited to Magic: The Gathering from 10 am. VETERANS, continued from page 1 it does not talk about publicly, in order to keep some surpris­ es in store for the veterans. Since Talons Out started in 2013, it has taken some 1,100 veterans from the World War II, Korea and Vietnam eras on 17 flights to Washington, D.C. Heyduck said the oldest veteran they’ve taken so far has been 106. Each time, the nonprofit leases the flight and fills the plane with about 80 veterans, each with a guardian. The guardians can consist of friends, family or volunteers. The next trip Talons Out will be Nov. 2. It’s sponsored by the Detroit Lions, and 10 of the guardians will be former players. MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Vermontville Lions Club Student of the Month Chairman Bill Martin presents October’s award to junior Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Curtis Walker. A member of the National Honor Society and Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Walker plays cross October 2019 country and basketball. He plans on going into the med-28 Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., 911 ical field after graduation. (Photo provided) Building November 2019 I Club re-enrollment deadline (extended to Nov. 8) 4 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC Room 13 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 6 p.m., Extension Office 7 Fair Boat Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center I1 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC 18 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office 19 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office 21 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Phyllis Ann Wells A Memorial Service for Phyllis Ann Wells (9/20/1936­ 8/9/2019) will be held Saturday, Oct 26, 2019 at the Vermontville Bible Church, 250 N Main Street, Vermontville. The visitation will begin at 9 a.m. with the memorial service at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Litchfield MI at the Mt Hope Cemetery at 1 p.m.. Please join her children, Sally, Robert, Nyle and Faith and other family in this time of memory with us at ssrempel@ remembrance or share a gmail.com. HomeCooldn' /Jacks-Judy's\ AT COUNTRY KETTLE THISf Country WEEKEND! | October 30th 6 pm - 8 pm Hay Ride - Games Prizes - Photo Booth Inflatable - FREE Food Cider - Hot Chocolate Event 1 At: Rain or Shine Nashville Church Nashville Nazarene - Michigan to noon Saturday, Oct. 26. The library will have a space open for teens to hang­ out and battle each other. If a teen is interested in learning more about the game, sup­ plies are available to borrow at the library. Teens are encouraged to bring a friend to ensure they have someone to battle. More information is avail­ able by contacting Assistant Director of Programs Sydney Khouri at skhouri@putnamlib.org or at 517-852-9723. two goals, both in the first half, came on a set pieces. The Lions end the season with an overall record of 11-8. “Nobody wants to end their season. It is always tough on the seniors, but when they look back they will realize what they have done for the program over four years,” Roush said. Lansing Christian improved to 11-7-2 overall this season with the win and was slated to return to Laingsburg Friday afternoon for a district final match-up with Dansville. Dansville bested the Laingsburg boys 3-2 in their district semifinal match Wednesday. of the Nazarene 301 Fuller Street Nashville Mi 49073 Kettle Cafe 113 N. Main, m Nashville 'l !S 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! Baked Pork Steak I $12.95 A AS WELL AS Ham & Yams | Turkey & Dressing' Swiss Steak $1O.5O �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, October 19,2019 — Page 3 S. " SJ «t\S W Mk' k to tL H lk * *&• &• S $$ Vermontville grief support group open to all T aylor O w en s TTuvlnr u v l n r {"IwAnc { "I wA nc — Staff Writer A weekly support group for processing and discuss­ ing grief has started at Vermontville Bible Church. 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Facilitator Lillian Brown, who went through the full 13-week program last year, said visitors aren’t pressured to talk, but often open up after a few weeks. “It was very good, because you find out that other peo­ ple are going through the same thing that you’re going through,” Brown said. “You get close friendships that way, and get comfort in knowing other people are friendly personal service you can trust S> :SS tfVP maple valley pharmacy 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 Monday-Saturday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm www.hometownlumbermi.com I«h**tato4 •»® 4« Ml £■11®^ mi •»sr ij* ijtt.ktailjM,|j||/ going through it, too.” The current sessions run until Dec. 19, but Brown said they may start another 13-week cycle early next year. More information about GriefShare is available at griefshare.org. B 7». liJffiv’iij WOLEVER’S Real Estate Elsie E. Wolever Broker 135 Washington P.O. Box 95 Res. (517) 726-0376 Vermontville, MI CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, 803 Reed St, Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Charlotte Sunday: one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. AM. Worship.................................................. 11 Morning Worship......................................... 11 .Evening Worship........................................... 6 Evening Worship............................................ 6 .Wednesday Family Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Night Service................................ 6:45 p.m. 7 p.m. Phone: (517) 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St, (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study Wo matter who you are, or where you are on life'sjourney, you are welcome here. ” and many other activities. REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR PASTOR CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.' information call 1-269-731-5194. For courtsideinc.com HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHURCHES... ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! (269) 945-9554 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets 2415 McCann Road Worship Sendee.......................... 9:45 a.m. .............................. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer Sunday School............................ 11:00 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. PASTOR KAREN KINNEY United Methodist Women: 517-852-2043 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Sunday Sendees: ...................... 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 sendees. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK Worship............................................ 9:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-588-8415 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH (corner M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................... 8:30 a.m (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School 10 a.m. We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville Sunday School................. .............. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Sendee.... 11:15 a.m. Mickey Cousino P.M. Sendee.... ........ 6 p.m. Certified Lay Minister Sunday Evening Service .................... 6 p.m. Phone 616-765-5322 Wed. Evening Sendee ... .............. 6:30 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY Worship Service.............. ............................ 11 AWANA.............................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH AM. Worship............. ......... 11 Leadership Training P.M. Sendee 6p P.M. Worship............. .......... 6 PASTOR GABE PRIDDY Wed. Service 7p M-79 West Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday School............................... 9:45 a.m. p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & 517-852-9207 Lori & Phares Courtney, owners QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose 117 N. Main Street 8593 Cloverdale Road PEGGY BAKER Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 & EMBROIDERY Church Service 11: 00 a.m....................................... Fellowship Phone (269) 963-7710 Nashville, Ml 49073 Like us on 517-726-0526 (517)726-0258 10: 00 a.m Sunday School.............................. 10:30 a.m. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange 517.852.0845 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service....................................... 9 a.m. A Spirit-filled Church 219 n. main • nashville CaU Sunday School.................................... 110 a.m. Prayer Meeting........................... mon-fri 9-6 • sat 9-2 Askfor our Sales Dept. Wednesday Evening: ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES HRSHVILLE 49096-0095 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH Local Church Schedule hen reduced to its bare elements, life is really quite simple, and yet we often make it complicated. We need food and water to live, and not much more, other than perhaps a roof over our head and a few items of clothing. Have you ever looked around your house and asked of everything there whether you could live without it? Most of us could probably get rid of ninety percent of the stuff in our house and be just fine without it In fact we might find a huge burden lifted from us by giving it all away. As Mother Teresa said, “The less we have, the more we can give. The more we have, the less we give. There are no complications, and yet we complicate our lives so much, by so many “But godliness will) additions.” Likewise, in the ethical and contentment is great gain. spiritual realm, we tend to complicate things, For we brought nothing into when it’s really quite simple: love God and the world, and we can take love your neighbor. We sometimes use the nothing out ofit But ifwe have word "simple” pejoratively, suggesting that food and clothing, we will be someone who is simple is a bit dull, but content with that” perhaps we fail to realize that even the 1 Timothy 6:6-8 NIV “simplest” among us can fulfill the requirements of being a good and godly person. And it may be that there is a special place in God’s heart for these simple souls. -Christopher Simon Sunday: Wednesday Evening: Worship............................................................ 7 PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, 304 Phillips St., Nashville Children's Classes, Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, A.M. Service................................................... 11 a (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR DON ROSCOE PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Worship.......................................... 11:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Phone:(517)852-1783 PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE, Assistant Pastor PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR RICH MITTERLING e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR ERIC LAMPHERE Youth Pastor 517-652-1580 517-231-3434 �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, October 19,2019 Backstreet: On local news, leap year, dog exemptions and elections This column by the late Susan Hinckley was printed in the June 27, 1989, Maple Valley News. She wrote: For the nextfew weeks we will take a look at some favorite “ Backstreet Barometer" columns written by the Idle Donald F. Hinderliter, editor-publisher of The Nashville News from 1941-56. Thefollowing piec­ es were excerptedfrom col­ umns that appeared in 1956. This being Leap Year, it seems like a fine public ser­ vice for the local newspaper to give matrimonial-minded A car-deer collision was barely averted near here, reported editor Hinderliter, when girls all possible help in get­ a big buck bounded out of Putnam Park and plunged into the Thornapple River on the ting the right man. We’ve vaguely considered east side of Nashville’s Main Street bridge. The animal swam upstream, making a compiling and publishing a brief stop on a tiny island before exiting the river on the north bank. This scene from list of eligible bachelors, but the late 1930s shows the entrance to Putnam Park and the new bridge, which was likely we’d be sued by said built in 1934. bachelors, digible or not. Now, looking' through a confession. charge that a guy’s dishonest, overhead, we’d leave out ads newly-arrived advertising “I’m just as patriotic as the or an atheist, or a deadbeat. instead of reading matter. service to which we sub­ next guy,” he said. “But I About the very best and scribe, we have come across knew these tires weren’t most effective deal is to hol­ Ralph Richardson found a the perfect solution. It’s a going for any good use, so I ler “Communist.” home-like touch in the way Valentine’s Day Bachelor stashed two new ones up Ifyou happen to know that of newspapers while away Hunt. under the eaves in my attic. any of the candidates for vil­ down in Tennessee recently. The layout consists of a And, ya know, two years lage office ever read any­ Stopping in a Tennessee full page, including dozens later when I went to use them thing by Karl Marx, or turned town for a meal, he had an of separate ads from differ­ they were no good. Just sort offthe television program, “I urge to see a newspaper, and ent business firms, and each of went to pieces.” Led Three Lives,” just you sort of wistfully wished for ad carries the name of an When we left, they were let us know and maybe one ofthe two homes’ week­ eligible bachelor. But they’re just getting warmed up on there’s still time to get them lies, the Nashville News or scrambled like ONHJ the subject of war-time investigated before March the Hastings Banner. SONJIE for John Jones. rationing and its mismanage- 12. Stopping at the cigar counter, Contestants unscramble the ment. Which probably That would stimulate he selected a newspaper at names and win cash prizes proves that a good gripe things somewhat, would it random and what do you and free theater tickets. never dies. not? suppose it was? The Could be such a deal could “Nashville Banner.” From be promoted in Nashville. Here we are with only Of ten weekly newspapers Nashville, Tennessee, of Already we’ve thought of a about ten days to go before published in Michigan towns course. few eligibles such as village election and no cam­ with populations as large and Few people in Nashville “GREGOR TOXNUB” and paigning. Fine thing! It larger than that of Nashville, realize the magnitude of “SWILE SLECHUZ,” but it would be a lot more fun if a the Nashville News averages operations out at the would be tough to locate a few of the candidates would nearly 25 percent more local Nashville Gravel Company full dozen. run big political ads (more news. Over a six-month peri­ plant, on what used to be the profitable for us, too), hurl od covered by the survey, the Grover Welker farm, just off We listened in the other charges and counter charges News averaged one-third new M-66 southwest of night on a conversation at each other, and maybe more local news and 10 per­ town. between two individuals who stage a few torchlight rallies. cent more reading matter in The Nashville News has still are indignant about hav­ Maybe all that’s needed is all, than an county seat week­ carried stories from time to ing donated tires, car trunk someone to start the ball roll­ ly with a circulation three time covering their opera­ mats, aluminum pots and ing. Mayhap if we picked up times that of the News and tions, but hasn’t quite kept pans and such to the war a candidate and huffed and with a subscription price of up with the expansion pro­ effort back in 1942. The one puffed for him, or picked $3 per year. gram this year. fellow swears he has a broth­ some candidate to pieces, We do have occasional There are 15 employees er-in-law who knows a man some of the parties involved weeks, however, when the now, and hundreds of thou­ who saw a bulldozer burying might get riled enough to last-minute advertising cre­ sands of tons of sand and tons of such donated items take a full page ad next week ates a crowded situation and crushed stone are being sift­ within a year after they were to reply to charges and it’s too late to go to extra ed, washed and trucked away collected. claims. pages. This is one of those daily. A staggering quantity The other fellow says he However, the more we weeks, and while you’ll find goes to supply the Ready­ knows for a fact that a ration dwell on this idea, the less it more reading matter in this Mix plant in Battle Creek, board member in Detroit got seems like a good one. We issue than in a lot of other which also is owned and his pick of free tires out of could say a certain candidate newspapers, it still calls for operated by Mr. Croop and the thousands of good ones is stupid, but that’s not good an apology, we think. Mr. Cheney, proprietors of turned in by civilians. And enough. They’ll vote for him If there were only some the local operation. then the first fellow made a anyway. And it’s no good to other way of paying the But the big thing this sum­ mer is concrete gravel for road paving operations. The Nashville Gravel Company is supplying the gravel for the big paving operation on the four-lane highway going in between Charlotte and Lansing on M-78 and US-27. Fiber - Voice - Data One thing is sure; that new pavement will be top quality, for the gravel from the Nashville plant is rated by the state highway department engineers as “best by every test.” ...Speaking of gravel, Nashville’s other big opera­ tor, Arthur Pennock, who owns Pennock’s Concrete Products, has the best road gravel to be found in Michigan. For sub-base, for gravel roads or for drive­ ways, Pennock’s gravel enjoys a reputation through­ out this part of the state as really tops: The secret, as we NOH SERVING NASHVILLE & Fel VERMONTVILLE Speed Internet A dog isn’t quite as expensive to raise as a child, con­ ceded Donald Hinderliter’s Maple Grove neighbor, but there still ought to be an income tax deduction for canines, he said. He proposed a fair system with easy calculation. This circa-1900 photo from the Len Feighner collection shows a young lad and his "best pal” in an era when the family pet was often included in formal por- traits. understand it, is that it has just the right proportion of that good Barry County clay to bind the stone. Adolph Douse Jr., came mighty close to hitting a deer on North Main Street last Thursday morning. He had backed out of his driveway and wasjust swinging around to start down the hill when a big buck bounded across Putnam Park, and into the street directly in front of the car. The deer was traveling at a fast pace, and continued across Glenn White’s yard and down the to the river, where he plunged into the water and started swimming upstream. Adolph drove on around the comer onto Kellogg Road to see where the buck was headed, and saw him reach the small island about in front of Martin Graham’s place, then again enter the north bank further upstream. For many years we have been telling News readers in print that letters concerning matters of general interest are welcome for publication, that the writer’s name will be withheld from publication if so desired, but that anonymous, unsigned letters will not be published. And still they come. Two this week, one starting off, “Deer Editor you dope dont you no whats going on around town.” Another one is addressed “To the Local Police Force of Nashville.” but was mailed to the Nashville News. While it is not the sort of communi­ cation that would bring pride and joy to any member of said police force, the broad­ minded News editor would nevertheless publish it - if the writer had signed his name. As for the other one, the Deer Editor you dope,” it would have to be cleaned a bit for publication, even if the super-dupe who wrote it had possessed the courage to write his name at the end. While sympathizing with each other about being unable to be out catching trout on the opening day of the season, we learned from Bud Olsen an interesting bit of statistical information. Of all the fishermen who angle for trout, 10 percent catch 62 percent of the fish. One of our neighbors out in Maple Grove says he is going to write to his con­ gressman about introducing a bill to allow income tax deductions for dogs, as well as children. He admits a dog isn’t quite as expensive to raise or maintain as a child, and being a fair minded sort of guy, he proposes that they allow maybe one-third or one-half exemption per dog. It would be easy figuring, he claims, because with that sort of a deal just about everyone would acquire at least two or three dogs. C.O. Mason, better know as Ab, right-hand man around the News office for what he has sometimes referred to as “a hundred years or so,” is on sick leave and chances ofhis getting back look not so good. Our chief concern is, of course, for Ab, but it might be excusable to mention here that his absence has and like­ ly will continue to mean a not quite so good newspaper. We have been unable so far to find a linotype yp operator p to replace Ab, and although poor old Hinderliter can run the type-setting machine, his speed is only about one-third that of a trained operator. Even working 16 hours a day, we can’t quite do the work of two men, when one of the men we’re trying to replace was an old master at the trade. So,,p please be ppatient and please tom in news items as early as possible. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, October 19,2019 — Page 5 SCORES, continued from page 1 labor to build the new green­ been evaluated for several Matt Powers will coach house near the FFA agricul­ years, and she is currently both seventh-grade boys bas­ ture bam. working on an evaluation ketball and eighth-grade girls Director of Operations Pat system for those staff. basketball, and Jeff Fisher Powers is wrapping up work The school received back­ will coach eighth-grade boys on a paved road plan for pack and school supply dona­ basketball. snow days. The plan will tions from the Charlotte The varsity competitive have bus stops for families Optimist Club, backpacks cheer coach will be Sarah who live on dirt roads to drop from student Gracie Bivens Hussein with assistant Amber off their students for buses to and a $400 grant from Maple Hickey. Varsity wrestling pick up on days of inclement Valley B.U.G.S. for interven­ will be coached by Tony weather, so the buses can run tion materials. Wawiernia and assistant on paved roads and school The board approved a stu­ Lane Brumm. does not have to be can­ dent trip to Italy and Greece Junior varsity boys and celled. If families on dirt in 2022 with art teacher girls basketball positions roads are unable to get to the Jessica Droscha. She asked have been posted. bus stops, they can notify the for board approval early school so the students are not because it takes two and a AT RIGHT: Maple Valley penalized with an absence. half years to fundraise. Bertolini is encouraging Droscha said she currently Transportation Mechanic the administration to join has 19 students interested in Mike Newsome is given the Staff of the Month local organizations. She has going on the trip. joined the Charlotte Optimist The board approved award by Superintendent Club, and Principal Cindy coaches for the winter sports Katherine Bertolini. Trebian joined the season, which include varsity Vermontville General girls basketball coach Landon Federation of Women’s Wilkes with assistant Timara Clubs. Wehr, and varsity boys bas­ She also pointed out that ketball coach Ryan Nevins central office staff had not with assistant Tim Imes. a^r**"*^ B| B|»1^ * » Odyssey of the Mind is back lire iiifaipatdfcfek. ■n ■ ■fe tX. Kit idita. Stitaiilip^ itiptiKi ttnsiidiii si jalwi in j.itfl®8 ■ tn 0* g0l CQUst®11’ I* tv $ I» Dr. Katherine Bertolini Superintendent Our teaching and learning is in full swing. And, as we con­ tinue our efforts to teach the whole child, we provide a variety of opportunities for our students to become well-rounded young people. We strongly support the ideas of extracurricular activities for our students. Thanks to the many talents and selfless support from our amazing teachers and volunteers from the community, we have many quality experiences for our students! We also believe you cannot begin too early to promote activities that appeal to students’ abilities to create, collaborate, problem solve, and budget. This week, my co-author is Mrs. Carmelle Schantz who teaches second grade at Fuller Street Elementary and also coordinates our excellent Odyssey ofthe Mind Programs here in the Valley. Mrs. Schantz is a passionate advocate for this program, not only because she loved it so much as a student herself, but also because she believes strongly that it provides so many experiences that help to make our students more resilient, better problem-solvers and stronger communicators who learn to advocate for their ideas. I had the privilege to attend the awards ceremony for the 2018-19 season and it was a joyful and proud event for the kids, their parents, grandpar­ ents and coaches! When you talk to kids from the Valley, be sure to ask them how they are involved in school beyond their classroom. You’ll be really glad you did as you learn about all the ways our kids engage in their development! Carmelle Schantz Second Grade Teacher Odyssey of the Mind is an extracurricular activity where students work in teams of 5-7 students on creative prob­ lem-solving activities. Maple Valley currently has teams for kids from kindergarten through eighth grade, with 35 students joining this year! It is a competitive program, and kids com­ pete at regionals in February, with the third- through eighth­ grade teams having the chance to move on to state competition from there. The competition is made up of two parts - the long-term problem and a spontaneous problem. The long-term problem is what kids work on throughout the season. This could include building a vehicle, creating a play, making a robot, or more. The spontaneous problem is one that the kids don’t find out until the day ofthe competition. It could involve solving a riddle or building something with given materials. Through Odyssey, kids learn problem-solving skills, team­ work, and creativity. We are in our fifth year of the program and have grown so much since our first year. We look forward to continuing this enrichment program for kids! On the other end ofthe extracurricular development contin­ uum, a point of pride for us is our Maple Valley Marching Band as they placed second at the Dewitt Marching Band Competition within their division! They also won the award for Best Music Performance! This is quite an accomplishment for our students and new Band Director Ms. Anna Petrenko. Great things are happening in the Valley and we plan to keep our band program growing across our grade levels as well. Congratulations to you all! NEWS FROM THE EATON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE The Eaton County Sheriff’s deputies responded to 852 calls for service. Higher call volumes were in the following areas: 41 alarms, 32 car/deer accidents, 29 citizen assists, 26 check well-beings, 17 domestic dis­ putes, 31 shoplifting com­ plaints, 14 larcenies, 13 dis­ orderly person or subject, 10 civil complaints, four person­ al injury crashes, property 33 damage crashes, 48 suspi­ cious situations, 30 traffic hazards, 135 traffic stops, 36 traffic violations and five vacation checks. The month of October is a busy one for national recog­ nitions. Domestic Violence Awareness Month is one of them. Since Jan. 1,2019, the Eaton County Sheriff’s office has responded to 593 domes­ tic dispute calls for service. Domestic disputes are not just between husbands and wives, but are also between parents and their kids, boy­ friends and girlfriends, grandkids and grandparents, etc. It’s not just punches and black eyes — it’s yelling, humiliation, stalking, manip­ ulation, coercion, threats and isolation. It’s stealing a pay­ check, keeping tabs online, non-stop texting, constant use of the silent treatment or calling someone stupid so often they believe it. If you know someone or maybe are a victim yourself, there are many national and local resources dedicated to offering assistance, services or maybe you just need someone to listen. Here are just a few: National National Domestic Violence Hotline - ndvh.org, phone: 800-799-(SAFE) 7233 • Break The Cycle - breakthecycle.org, phone: 866­ 331-9474. Local • 24/7 Crisis Hotline 800-899-9997 • Siren Shelter in Charlotte sireneatonshelter.org, phone: 517-543-0748 Domestic Violence Resource Directory at Michigan .gov/SOM GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 269-945-9554 for more information. 12th Annual Vermontville Trunk or Treat Hosted by Vermontville Lions Club with the support oflocal businesses Saturday, October 26th 4:00pm-6:00pm Downtown Vermontville < HOTDOGS rnrrXt APPLE CtDCR KtOS GAMES IN THE PARK. 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: lacebook teiwW date until thez new edition I is printed! : 1st prize - $100 gift certificate The free hot dogs, cider and candy are sponsored by the Vermontville Lions Club. n ' �Page 8 — Just Say *Ae Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. October 19,2019 Fifth EEE death reported; virus still a threat despite cooler temperatures, health officials say barru Counlu Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Greg Chandler Service, we could continue to Montcalm, Newaygo, St. Barry County Staff Writer see more cases reported for Joseph, Tuscola and Van Commission on Aging Buren. Even though temperatures another month or so. Menu and Activities Residents should continue have cooled in our area, “What you need is a cou­ Friendship Sites health officials continue to ple of days of freezing tem­ to protect themselves from Congregate Menu encourage residents to take peratures,” Sutfin said. mosquito bites by: Monday, Oct. 21 - Avoiding being outdoors measures to protect them­ “What we’re telling folks is Meatloaf, mashed potatoes selves from Eastern equine continue to take those pre­ from dusk to dawn when & gravy, seasoned green mosquitos that carry the EEE beans, orange. encephalitis. cautions.” Michigan Department of EEE is one of the most virus are most active. Tuesday, Oct. 22 - Applying insect repel­ Health and Human Services dangerous mosquito-borne BBQ chicken thigh, potato officials Tuesday confirmed diseases in the U.S., with a lents that contain the active salad, broccoli, dinner roll, a fifth fatality tied to the 33 percent fatality rate. ingredient DEET, or other apple. mosquito-borne disease, this Survivors are often left with U.S. Environmental Wednesday, Oct. 23 time in Cass County. It was physical or mental disabili- Protection Agency-registered Baked pollock, brown & the 10th human case of the ties. Barry County has had product to exposed skin or wild rice, peas, tossed salad, disease statewide, depart­ one human case of EEE and clothing, and always follow banana. ment spokeswoman Lynn five animal cases - three in the manufacturer’s directions Thursday, Oct. 24 Sutfin said. whitetail deer and two in for use. Mushroom chicken, baked - Wearing long-sleeved In addition, five more ani­ horses. potato, seasoned Brussels mal cases have been con­ Aerial pesticide spraying shirts and long pants when sprouts, whole grain roll, firmed - three in St. Joseph over more than 557XXX) acres outdoors. Apply insect repelambrosia. County, and one each in in 14 counties was completed lent to clothing to help pre­ Friday, Oct. 25 Allegan and Kalamazoo Oct. 7 to help combat EEE. vent bites. Burrito bake, fiesta com, - Maintaining window and counties. That brings to 44 That total included more than tossed salad, salsa, the number of animal cases 107JXX) acres in seven Barry door screening to help keep applesauce. that have been diagnosed in County townships. mosquitoes outside. the state over the last two Other counties where EEE - Emptying standing water Home Delivered months. cases have been confirmed from mosquito breeding sites Cold Menu Sutfin says, even if a hard include Allegan, Berrien, around the home, such as Monday, Oct. 21 frost occurs this week or next Calhoun, Cass, Genesee, buckets, unused kiddie pools, Sliced turkey & Swiss — which isn’t likely accord­ Jackson, Kalamazoo, Kent, old tires or similar sites cheese, sandwich thin, ing to the National Weather Lapeer, Livingston, where mosquitoes may lay potato salad, Mandarin eggs­ oranges. - Using nets and/or fans Tuesday, Oct. 22 over outdoor eating areas. Chicken pasta salad, More information is avail ­ AUTO SERVICE CENTER broccoli cranberry salad, able at Michigan.gov/EEE. pineapple, club crackers. Wednesday, Oct. 23 Chicken Caesar salad, Italian pasta salad, grapes. Models Thursday, Oct. 24 Digital TV Antennas Egg salad, sandwich thin, 945-0191 Colt Phone Boosters garbanzo bean salad, diced O JEFF DOBBIN’S 517.646.0439 peaches. TV ANTENNA & TOWER INSTALLATION, Friday, Oct. 25 RmuRiaaKMM 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE Chef salad, macaroni DOBBIN 'S PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: Maple Valley News All real estate advertising in this newspaper is Published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com •Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com discrimination based on race, color, religion, «ex, Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or salad, fruited jello. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Oct. 21 Meatloaf, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, orange. Tuesday, Oct. 22 BBQ chicken thigh, brown rice, broccoli, mixed vegetables, apple. Wednesday, Oct. 23 Crumb baked salmon, brown & wild rice, roasted red potatoes, peas, banana. Thursday, Oct. 24 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, mixed vegetables, applesauce. Friday, Oct. 25 Beef & cheese burrito, fiesta com, broccoli, pineapple cup.. Activities Calendar Monday, Oct. 21 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 a.m.; Classic Country w/Troy 10:30 a.m.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 an,; Painting Group 1 p.m. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Woodland: Board Meeting 10:30 a.m.; Card Games 11 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. *Walk with Ease 10 a.m. H,W.N - Call any time for Nlaple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554or 1-999-979-7995 handicap, familial status, national origin, age or Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & CEO marital status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. ” Familial __________________Hank Schuuring »CFO__ status includes children under the age of 18 living EWING WELL DRILLING INC. with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • This newspaper will not knowingly accept Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. any advertising for real estate which is in viola­ tion of the law. Our readers are hereby informed Chris Silverman csilverman@j-adgraphics.com 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 Dum­ ber far the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275 • NEWSROOM • OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com Village of Vermontville FALL LEAF PICK- UP Begins October 21, 2019 Village of Vermontville curbside leaf collection rules: ✓ SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS ROUTE DRIVER • Residential • Commercial • Farm Due to the future retirement of a long term employee Kent Oil & Propane is accepting applications for a full time route driver. The successful applicant will learn all aspects of fuel and propane delivery and be willing to learn service work Must have a Class A or B CDL license with hazmat or be able to obtain proper license. \Ne stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplj Leaves should be in piles No wider than 3 feet and no higher than 3 feet ONLY orderly, manageable piles will be collected Leaves and brush MUST be piled in separate piles WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Richard Ewing Owner This is a full time position with a full benefit package available including employer match 401k, life insurance and accrued time off. Must have a clean driving record and be able to pass a federal background check GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available IF YOU DO NOT WANT YOUR DEBRIS PICKED UP, PLEASE DO NOT PLACE THEM BY THE CURB ANY QUESTIONS CALL THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE DPW GARAGE @ (517)726-1444 Applications can bepicked up at: Kent Oil & Propane 735 Durkee St Nashville, MI 49073 (517) 726-0088 10076 0076 NASHVILLE NASHVILLE HWY. HW VERMONTVILLE ? Now accepting MasterCard & Visa Reminiscence. Tuesday. Oct. 22 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 ajn.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Move for Bal. PD 12:15 p.m Train Your Brain I pm. Nashville: Dominoes II a.m. Remember to RSVP for party. Wednesday, Oct. 23 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 ajn.; Sr. Group Exercise 9: 15 ajn.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Woodland: Card Games. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. *Walk with Ease 10 ajn. Thursday, Oct. 24 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 ajn.; Seated Line Dancing 10: 30 a.m.; Move for Bal. PD 12:15 p.m.; Sr. Zumba 5:30 p.m. Delton: Puzzles/ Trivia; Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.; TV Time. Friday, Oct. 25 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 9:30 a.m.; Iron Rails 10:30 a.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 ajn. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE Default has been made In the conditions of a mortgage made by Larry W. Hoffman and Allison K. Hoffman, husband and wife, to US Bank National Association as successor by merger to US Bank National Association ND, Mort­ gagee, dated March 31, 2006 and recorded April 7, 2006 in In­ strument Number 1162327 Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighteen Thousand Seven Hun­ dred Eight and 73/100 Dollars ($118,708.73), including interest at 7.55% 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 OCTOBER 31,2019. Said premises are located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County Michigan, and are de­ scribed as: Commencing at a Post on the North and South 1/4 line 14 chains and 45 links South of the 1/4 Post in the center of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, thence West 3 chains, thence South 2 chains, thence East 3 chains, to the 1/4 line, thence North on the 1/4 line 2 chains to the 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 re­ demption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. 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 re­ demption period. Dated: September 28,2019 File No. 19-006067 Firm Name: Orians PC (09-28)(10-19). 129.190 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, October 19,2019 — Page 7 Lions upbeat heading into finale Si ■■ sso o Swx cw ^11 so kk• httTt htteTt bi 11 * ■ u I‘‘--ifcr.'ubrtriitt |A osn-Eftls QI soeW s ’fflit Hi wttsnfWW jeWtoHr ;-fi’ iwk® USKffliL llIfi ygfiil®?31 A IK tn n ’Em - - HUGE ESTATE SALE! Fri­ Brett Bremer long for coach Martin Friday. pass to Kolson Lycos. day- Oct 18th, Saturday- Oct Sports Editor “We had some young guys About the only thing that 19th and Sunday- Oct 20th, The Maple Valley defense step up and play good games didn’t go right was the extra- 2019. Come travel through the came to play Friday night. for us. A freshman, Jesse point tries for the Lions. journey oftime from late 1800s The Lions’ varsity Deppe, he stepped in for us at Maple Valley failed on three through the 1920s plus World eight-player football team safety and then he had to step two-point tries and then War II, 1950s and on. Now shut out Webberville for the in for us at linebacker later missed an extra-point kick to offer 1800s pocket watch­ first 44 minutes of a 24-8 and really made some nice following its final touchdown es, plus furniture, 1920s art work, 1920s and 30s Atkinson victory in Webberville. plays. He made a few touch­ of the bailgame. fox prints plus decoratives. Lion quarterback Blaze down saving plays when we Coach Martin said that his World War II navel ship tarSensiba scored three rushing had our second defense in team will need those points if get viewer, an original ship's touchdowns and teammate there.” it hopes to score a victory wheel plus military collectDillon Jorgensen one as the “David Hosack-Frizzell over the Bellevue Broncos ibles. Buttons, plus jewelry, Lions built their 24-0 lead. played a very nice game for next week and keep the Little marbles, toys, glassware, large Maple Valley improves to us both on offense and on Brown Jug in the trophy case assortment of furniture, gener­ a store butcher block, ornate 3-4 on the season and can defense. Travis Mater did a at Maple Valley High School. al finish the year with a .500 great job for us tonight at Nashville and Bellevue start-iron security doors- great for record with a win at Bellevue center. Christian Hensley had ed the tradition of playing for garden art, collectible booksnext Friday. to step in tonight and really a Little Brown Jug, back plus first editions, household items, ems, zero turnaround urnaroun rng riding “We just throughly domi­ did a nicejob for us at guard.” before Maple Valley schools lawn mower, a self propelled nated them on the defensive The Lion coach was also were even a thing.. mower and tools, a vintage side ofthe ball. They couldn’t very happy with the play of Bellevue captured the jug Roadmaster bike, antique indo anything. They couldn’t Jorgensen, filling in for the a few times from the struments, early Beatles LPs run, they couldn’t pass,” ill Anthony Raymond and the Nashville Tigers, but the and more. This is going to be Lion head coach Marty injured fullback Colton Broncos are just 30-3-1 since a huge sale! You don't want to Martin said. Gibson. the Nashville and miss! Come travel with us and “If things had been going “Dillon really did a nice Vermontville combined to find a treasure. Absolutely no right for Webberville, you job carrying the ball. He did form the Maple Valley Lions. early sales and no pre-picking. would have seen their quar­ a greatjob blocking. He real­ The three Little Brown Jug. All is available on the first day o thee sale. of se. Doors oos open ope 9amterback rolling out, extending ly stepped up. He is a junior trophies, covered with the 5pm sharp. There will be a the play and throwing it deep and we’re really glad that he results from across decades, sign up sheet available at 7am. over the defensive coverage. decided to play football and have been at Maple Valley We accept all major credit All week long we worked on be a part of tonight.” since the Lions’ last played cards. Hope to see you there! dropping back and keeping Jorgensen had 17 rushes the Broncos in 2004 - a 59-8 8411 North 32nd St. Richland, Michigan 49083. You may call the receivers in front of us. for 77 yards and two recep­ Maple Valley victory. “I had to actually take a 269-760-1682 for questions. Webberville likes to run a lot tions for 22 yards. Hugheston ofcrossing routes and getting Heckathom added 13 rushes picture of it and send it to Pictures can be viewed on people in behind other peo­ for 63 yards and Sensiba Bellevue’s A.D. They hadn’t estatesales.net. ple by pulling that defensive added seven rushes for 51 seen it in such a long time For Rent back forward and then throw­ yards. their kids didn’t know what it ing one up over the top of Sensiba scored the Lions’ was about. They’re definitely FOR RENT: COZY, secluded, them. We just stayed behind first points three and a half looking forward to it to, I rural one bedroom partialeverything and then when the minutes into the bailgame on know that for a fact,” Martin ly furnished second floor apartment near Nashville. ball was in the air we react­ a two-yard run following said. No smoking, no pets. Heat/ fumbled punt by the Spartans. ed.” He said the trophy, the utilities provided. Referenc­ He liked how his guys Jorgensen added a two-yard proximity of the school dis­ es required. $575/month. came up to stop the run, touchdown run in the open­ tricts and the fact that many (517)852-9913 pinched on the inside run and ing minute of the second of the players on both sides had good back-side pursuit quarter, then Sensiba scored know each other had his team then the Spartan backs tried on a two-yard run with 3:05 circling this ballgame with to cut back. to go in the first half. Bellevue on the schedule at Hunter Basett led the Lion Sensiba’s final TD came the start of the season. The defense with seven tackles. from 13 yards out five min­ Lions can’t qualify for the Jesse Deppe had six tackles utes into the fourth quarter. state playoffs, so this feels and Tyler Rose and David The Spartans got their lone like their playoff game to Hosack-Frizzell had five touchdown on a 31-yard rush them. tackles each. by TJ Coe, with Oscar Fuller Bellevue has a 5-3 record The list of stand-outs was connecting on a two-point after a 69-0 win at Waldron. Help Wanted GRIEF RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP. Vermontville Bible Church. Every Thursday from 6:30­ 8:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Group settings are helpful. Grief can be lonesome. Ques­ tions, call Ardy Robotham 517-852-4001 WATER WELL DRILLING Company seeking full and part-time help. Will pay com­ petitive wages. 40 hrs plus overtime offered. Preferred CDL with valid drivers li­ cense. Job expectations in field of fabrication, operation of heavy equipment and laborer available. Random drug and alcohol screening will be re­ quired. 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Walker placed 174th in 19 minutes 26.5 seconds and Duffey 207th in 20:21.1. The Lion varsity boys’ cross country team was led by freshman Ashton Ripley who placed 77th overall in 17: 47.4 and senior Ben Benedict who was 137th in 18: 33.7. “Both Benedict and Ripley said that there was a lot of jostling in the large field of 248 runners and it made it more challenging to get into a better position,” coach Blakely said. Two guys finished the race in less than 16 minutes. Senior Alex Penski from Even with the construction on M-66 We Are Still Open 1 CODPERTIRE5 I■w " ■l Brakes • Tune-Ups Mufflers • Batteries Oil Changes • Shocks Struts • AC Diagnostic Services Mechanic on Duty s Community Notice £ Crystal Flash i* M Estate Sales www.m66tire.com • email; m66tirecoooer@att,net 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66, Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 . Ph 616-374-1200 » Fax 616-374-4427 Holt won it in 15:35.1 with East Lansing senior Andrew Lane second in 15:57.5. The Haslett boys took the team title by 43 points over run­ ner-up St. Johns in a field of 34 teams. Alyson Gusey was the only Maple Valley girl run­ ning Saturday. She placed 231st in 36:01.1. “Gusey has been working really hard this season in training,” coach Blakely said. “She is balancing theater along with cross country and having to run on her own quite a bit. She was uncom­ fortable being so far back, but through encouragement from our parents, coaches, and boys team, she ran a sea­ son best time ofthe year. “She started out really strong with one of her fastest first and second miles. I was really pleased with her race performance and glad to see how strong she has looked over the last couple ofraces.” DeWitt beat out Mason for the championship, 138-164, at the top of the day’s girls’ standings. 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October 31 from 5:30-7p toriA Phares Courtney, owners courtsidelnc.com Home Cookin I Jack 8 Judy’s n | 113 N Main Street 517.852.9700 Visit Route 66 businesses and organizations for Halloween fun! 735 E Sherman Street 517.852.1910 BRITTANY SNOOK PHOTOGRAPHY Russell, Cory A Randy Furlong, owners 234 N Main Street 269.224.2850 f3 maplavallayaq.com Brittany Olson, owner ■ I brittanysnookphotography.com � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-10-26.pdf 26887ff4701d0d6ac3a314eb1e8fc1f2 PDF Text Text Aft Published by J-Ad Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hasth^s,dtol39058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 43, October 26, 2019 Eaton County ends substance abuse services Taylor Owens StaffWriter Staff resignations and funding shifts at Eaton Behavioral Health are mak­ ing the service unsustainable so it’s closing. The program has been in place for nearly 20 years and provided substance abuse counseling for 250 to 300 outpatients, jail inmates and struggling juveniles each year, Health Officer Colette Scrimger said. The Barry Eaton District Board of Health unanimous­ ly voted Thursday morning to close the program, after Scrimger explained the extent of the problems. The services provided in Barry County are not a part of this program and are not affected by this closure, Barry County officials con­ firmed. During the health board meeting Thursday, Scrimger pointed to issues with fund­ ing from Mid-State Health Network, an organization created by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services in 2014. Mid-State, which chooses how to disburse state funds to 21 area counties for men­ tal health and substance abuse programs, has been funding Eaton Behavioral Health in a model similar to grant funding, she said. Most counties served by Mid-State are on a fee-forservice model. Eaton County was expect­ ed to move to that model next year, but that would have made the program “It just disgusts me. This is the place we are making major life changing effects." Blake Mulder, Barry Eaton District Board of Health member unsustainable, Scrimger said. “We were set up different­ ly,” she said. “It doesn’t work for us to be able to cover our cost.” The health department looked for additional funding through another source, but it fell through, she said. Other funding options would have taken some tirrte'-^to-. go through to get approval from the state. Knowing the precarious situation the program was in, employees started handing in their resignations. As of Wednesday, all four counselors in the program and Eaton Behavioral Health Manager Laura Fox had left or served notice. “As of Nov. 8, we will not have any clinicians working for us and, soon after that, I won’t have a program man­ ager,” Scrimger said. Finding a new manager who would be willing to redesign the program and rebuild the staff in a short time frame and tight budget “seems impossible,” she remarked. Scrimger said she had already notified three employees that their posi­ tions will be eliminated, and a fourth employee’s hours are being cut back. Substance abuse services will end either Friday, Nov. 1, or Monday Nov. 4. The remaining time that employees are still working will be used to finish docu­ mentation and reporting. Board Chairman Joe Brehler, who is from Eaton County, said he was “beyond disappointed” in this out­ come. “The last meeting that I had with the head of Mid­ State, I asked him point blank: ‘Do you want behav­ ioral health closed? Because that’s where you’re going.’ ” “Fee for service does not work ifyou want quality per­ formance in rural areas, Brehler said. “I hope the message is sent that this is squarely on Mid-State,” said board mem­ ber Ben Geiger, who is from Barry County. “That their administrative setup is so egregious and so punitive to our program, they’re pen­ ny-pinching to the point that they’ve pinched off our pro­ gram. “It’s very upsetting.” Brehler pointed out that some of the employees left for other agencies that See SERVICES, page 4 Nashville reaches out to lawyer on censuring Taylor Owens Staff Writer After about a half hour in closed session, the Nashville Village Council voted to ask its legal council about cen­ suring village officials. Council member Johnny Hartwell moved to enter closed session during a meet­ ing Thursday to discuss an undisclosed number of com­ plaints. “I think the council needs to be aware, complainants are not allowed in the closed session, correct?” trustee Gary White asked village president Mike Kenyon. “That is true, but I have asked the attorney,” Kenyon said. “One of the complain­ ants is our village clerk and recorder, and I was told that if she desires she could be in, but she obviously has to serve in her capacity only, not as a participant in the discussion.” “But that would not be a good thing, probably, for the accused,” said White, who was the only member to vote against going into closed ses­ sion to discuss the com­ plaints. After the council returned, Hartwell moved to recom­ mend asking the village attorney about censuring in response to the complaints. Again, White was the only “no” vote. The village does not have a policy on censuring village officials, and Hartwell said he doubted it had been done before. In another matter, the council unanimously voted to put a memorial for former police Chief Chris Koster in Nashville Village President Mike Kenyon (left) presents a plaque to the Nashville Michigan Historical Society. It See CENSURING, pg. 7 was accepted by Kermit Douse, historical society president. Township agrees that fire committee member should be suspended By Karen TurkoEbright Contributing Writer The Vermontville Township board has agreed to take steps to suspend Sue Villanueva from the Vermontville Township Fire Committee. The board decided during a meeting Thursday to send a letter to the Vermontville Village Council to ask them to remove her from the com­ mittee, which provides input for the operation ofthe town­ ship iFp^fire fir^e department. hief Jeff Wetzel told F the villa lage Council earlier this month that, in September, Villanueva, a council trustee, threatened to shoot him. Villanueva told the Maple Valley News she did not make the threat and called Wetzel a liar. Township Supervisor Jack Owens said the board’s deci­ sion is in accordance with the township’s policy on threats. Wetzel had told the coun­ cil that, last month, Villanueva asked a firefight­ er for the names of the peo­ ple involved in a crash in which three children were killed. The firefighter refused to tell her. Some time later, Wetzel saw Villanueva at the restau­ rant. Wetzel said he told Villanueva it was not the firefighter’s place to give the public the names of victims of fatal accidents, due to a federal law restricting release of medical information. “If it’s one of my family members, you damn well better tell me,” Wetzel quot­ ed Villanueva as saying to him. “I said, ‘Sue, if I was general public, I wouldn’t feel comfortable telling you and that’s when she said, ‘If you wouldn’t tell me it was one ofmy family members, I will get a gun and shoot you.’ That was her exact words.” Wetzel said two people in the restaurant told him they overheard what happened at the restaurant and they were concerned for his safety. He said because of experiences in the past with Villanueva he would have just “blown off’ what she said, but after thinking about it he decided to let the village council know what she said to him. Wetzel’s wife, Chelsey Wetzel, submitted a letter to the village explaining what happened at the restaurant. The Maple Valley News obtained a copy of the letter after filing a Freedom of Information Act Request with the village office. In her letter, Chelsey Wetzel names three witness­ es who she said overheard what took place in the restau­ rant. At the end ofthe letter she wrote: “Threatening a first responder is a federal offense. I am requesting that action be taken.” In This Issue • First EEE case confirmed in Eaton County • Maple Valley runners reach goals at GLAC Championship • Gresham UMC donates hundreds of items of clothing • Serving needs work as Lions prep for postseason tourneys �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, October 26,2019 Halloween events Nashville Assembly of God is hosting a Halloween event at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 31. Glow Night features treats, refresh­ ments and glow-in-the-dark games for trick-or-treaters. Meeting students’ medical needs Trunk or treat Oct. 31,5:30-7 p.m. Highpoint Community Bank parking lot in Nashville. Community outreach event hosted by Grace Church. Rain venue either fire bam or Grace Church, m q 01 Above: Local families will have many options for Halloween activities Thursday, indoors and out. (File photo) See this week’s Reminder for a listing of all Halloween events in Barry County. Agnes Pufpaff NASHVILLE, MI - Agnes Pufpaff of Nashville passed peacefully at The Flower House, in Nashville Thursday, Oct 24,2019. A memorial service will be held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, at noon on Monday, Oct. 28, 2019, with Lay Minister Mickie Cousino officiating. There will be a time of fellowship and light luncheon immediately following the memorial service a the funeral home. Funeral services have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville, MI. For further details please visit our website at www. danielsfuneralhome.net TLnnuaf HONORING OUR VETERANS (VETS EAT FREE) TURKEY DINNER Chartton Park hosting All Hallows Eve today Local youngsters are invited to put on costumes and join the staff and volunteers at Historic Charlton Park today for an afternoon of family-friendly fun at the All Hallows Eve event. From 3 to 6 p.m., they can trick-or-treat in the historic village (with their own treat bag), an autumn-themed maze on the village green, pumpkin painting, balloons, and more. Prizes will be awarded for best costume in a variety of categories. Guests can take a wagon ride and view the park in its fall splendor. Refreshments will be served, including popcorn balls, doughnuts and cider. The cost is $4 for anyone age 13 and up. Children 12 “Invite us in. We’ll bring RESULTS!” w/all of the trimmings Sally Magoon, Associate Broker SATURDAY, NOV. 9,2019 In future weeks, I will be highlighting some individual teachers’ “Great Ideas” to give you some insights into how we work to reach and inspire our students every day. It is a great day to be in the Valley. 269-986-5737 Serving 5:00 ■ 7:00 p.m. Adults - $10.00 • Children 5-12 - $5.00 - Under 5 Fre First Congregational Church of Vermontville, 110 S. Main St, and younger are admitted free, but must be accompanied by an adult. Everyone should bring his or her own treat bag. “During All Hallows Eve, our goal is to provide fabulous fall fun for all ages in a safe environment,” park director Dan Patton said. “If you love Halloween and cp^fumes of all sorts, we hope to see you this Saturday. Community outreach events are one ofthe park’s strategic initiatives, and we look forward to hosting an afternoon of celebration for our local residents.” Additional information can be found at charltonpark. org. Historic Charlton Park is at 2545 Charlton Park Road, between Hastings and Nashville, north of M-79. Dr. Katherine Bertolini Superintendent Maple Valley cares for our kids’ welfare in so many ways. This week 1 am introducing you to my co-author Cheryl Sheridan, who serves as our school nurse throughout the entire district. We are fortunate to be in a position to have in-district medical care available for our students every day. Mrs. Sheridan not only cares for all of our students, but also regularly trains our staff to ensure we are current in first aid, CPR and the use of the automatic external 'defibrillator devic­ es we have throughout our system. She is an invaluable resource to us as we work to ensure our kids are healthy in both body and mind. She is one busy lady, and we are so glad she is with us. These are among her duties: • Administer medications and treatments. • Write medical care plans for students with special medical issues, such as diabetes, tracheostomy, G-tube, seizure disor­ ders, allergic reactions. • Train staff to follow through with needs and administer emergency medication as needed. • Ensure all legal documentation to administer such medica­ tion and/or treatments are in order. • Verify that all immunizations/waivers are current, working with health department and parents to ensure compliance with the state. • Assess and treat injuries, such as head injuries, abrasions, sprains, strains, falls, allergic reactions, breathing issues, and a variety of other issues. Notify parents as needed. • Assess and train parents as needed for health issues, such as communicable disease and lice. Provide treatments needed to deal effectively with these issues. • Consult and educate students with hygiene issues. Provide hair products, deodorant, soaps, toothbrushes, toothpaste and feminine hygiene items. • Go on home visits as needed with other Maple Valley staff. • Coordinate flu shot clinics for both staff and students to help maintain a healthy environment. • Update the emergency operations plan on an annual basis and as needed for changes in students’ evacuation plans. • Work in conjunction with the athletic director to ensure all emergency response equipment is in serviceable condition. • Participate in 504 and IEP meetings as requested for students with medical needs to assist teams in development of healthcare plans and determining appropriate accommoda­ tions to support student’s medical condition. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: smagoonrealestate@gmail.com e Weichert ■■I R E A L TOR S*' Emerald Properties 111 N. Bostwick Avenue Charlotte, Ml 48813 www.weichertemerald.com Office: (517) 543-7363 Nashville United Methodist Church's Annual Turkey Supper Saturday, Nov. 9,20189 4:00-7:00 pm Comer ofWashington & State Dinner includes: Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Squash, Cranberry Salad, Cole Slaw, Rolls, Drink & Homemade Pie 5-12 yr $6, 4 & under FREE NEWEST CITIZENS Hope Elizabeth Chase, bom at Spectrum Health Pennock on October 3, 2019 to Kelly Jo Carroll and Thomas Henry Chase of Hastings. ***** Harper Jo Belen, bom at Spectrum Health Pennock on October 8> 2019 to Brandie Belen and Andrew Belen of Charlotte. All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or marital 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 ofchildren under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in viola­ tion 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 num­ ber for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, October 26, 2019 — Page 3 Marching band finishes on a high note The Maple Valley High School Marching Band wrapped up its season with the highest score it has received in many years. The Lions earned a score of 76.6 at the Dewitt Marching Band Invitational Oct. 12, putting them in sec­ ond place. Olivet High School took first with a score of 81.3. Columbia Central and Chesaning, the other two Class C bands, finished in third and fourth place, respectively, with scores of 76.2 and 735, respectively. Maple Valley also was awarded best music among the four bands and received awards of excellence in music and percussion. Maple Valley received a score of 68.9 for its show, “Swingin’ Through Time” at the Oct. 5 Hastings invita­ tional. Director Anna Petrenko said afterward that she is pleased with the prog­ ress of the 33-member band. “We’re doing very well and I’m incredibly proud of what the students have been MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS marching season,” Petrenko said. “They have learned a new marching style and have been very encouraging, sup­ portive and eager to learn more.” Petrenko is now focused on getting students in fifth through 12th grades prepared for the Dec. 15 concert. Barry County Extension Calendar of Events November 2019 I Club re-enrollment deadline (extended to Nov. 8) 4 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC Room 13 6 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office 7 Fair Boat Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center I1 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC 13 Teen Leader Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Commission on Aging building 18 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office 19 4-H Advisoty Council Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office 21 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center 25 Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., 911 Dispatch building First EEE case confirmed in Eaton County Greg Chandler Staff Writer Another case of the mos­ quito-borne disease Eastern equine encephalitis has been confirmed in a neighboring county. Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Tuesday reported a case of EEE in a deer in Eaton County. It’s the first case, either animal of human, of the disease in that county. “[The] onset date appears to be end of September,” MDHHS spokesperson Lynn Sutfin said in a press release. Eaton is the 17th Michigan county where an EEE case has been confirmed. A total of46 animal cases, including five in Barry County, have been diagnosed across the state since early August. Ten human cases have been con- firmed, including one in Barry County. Five of the 10 people who have contracted EEE have died from the ill­ ness, Sutfin said. EEE is one of the most dangerous mosquito-borne diseases in the U.S., with a 33 percent fatality rate. Survivors are often left with physical or mental disabili­ ties. Eaton was one ofthe coun­ ties that was not sprayed ear­ lier this month to combat EEE. More than 557,000 acres in 14 counties was sprayed with an organic pes­ ticide known as Merus 3.0 in an effort to kill off the mos­ quito population. More than 107,000 acres in seven town­ ships in Barry County were included in the overnight aerial spraying. Other counties where EEE cases have been confirmed include Allegan, Berrien, Calhoun, Cass, Genesee, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Kent, Lapeer, Livingston, Montcalm, Newaygo, St. Joseph, Tuscola and Van Buren. While light frost has been reported in Barry County, health officials continue to urge residents to continue to protect themselves from mosquito bites by: - Avoiding being outdoors from dusk to dawn when mosquitos that carry the EEE virus are most active. - Applying insect repel­ lents that contain the active ingredient DEET, or other U.S. Environmental Protection Agency-registered product to exposed skin or clothing, and always follow the manufacturer’s directions Maple Valley News Published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com • Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com '^SSSSWfflih ■arssjajii^,/ Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & ceo ____________________ Hank Schuuring • CFO___ • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. Ithata aitiriiiti i'lRWtilMiR Chris Silverman csilverman@j-adgraphics.com ■urarentrjthj. tiitti r • NEWSROOM • wr Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com MICE: CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH ocal Church Schedule Charlotte Morning Worship........................... 11 a.m. .Evening Worship t.. 6 p.m. one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. Evening Worship............................................ 6 .Wednesday Family Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Night Service................................ 6:45 p.m. Phone: (517) 543-5488 KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ........................... Fellowship REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR PASTOR girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.’ information call 1-269-731-5194. GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. 301 Fuller St, Nashville Contemporary Service, Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & For Sunday: AM. Worship............. ......... 11 P.M. Worship............. .......... 6 Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Wednesday Evening: 1:00 a.m. Leadership Training PASTOR GABE PRIDDY PASTOR DON ROSCOE Worship............................................................ 7 Phone: (517) 852-1783 PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE e-mail: grace@gc3.org Sunday Services: .............................. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ...................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 10: 00 a.m............................. Church Sendee Phone (269) 963-7710 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 2415 McCann Road Common Prayer used for all services. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE Wo matter who you are, or where you are on life’sjourney, you are welcome here." CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Located on the comer of State and Washington streets For more information call: 517-588-8415 PEGGY BAKER ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. 11: 00 a.m 2 For *20.00 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 517-852-2043 (517) 7264)258 and many other activities. 4 DINNER CHOICES United Methodist Women: PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 10:30 a.m. (That’s every night except Friday) Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! PASTOR KAREN KINNEY Worship............................................. 9:15 a.m. ....... 9 a.m. Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. 110 S. Main St, Church Service........................... — OB — Prime Rib *15.95 Saturday - Thursday 4-8pm Sunday School Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Sunday School........................... BBQ Ribs *10.50 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Worship Service.......................... 9:45 a.m. 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Youth Groups, Bible Study Nashville, Ml 49073 517-726-0526 Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) (Nursery Provided) Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd 5505 North Mulliken Road, Sunday: A.M. Worship.................................................. 11 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange ' 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM A Spirit-filled Church GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. . /Jack £ Judy's \ Country Kettle Cafe TOWNSHIP OF MAPLE GROVE BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2019-01 The Township of Maple Grove Ordinance; 1. Pursuant to the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Mari­ huana Act, Section 6.1, the Town_s_h_ip_ of Maple Grove elects to prohibit recreational marijuana es­ tablishments within it's boundaries. 2. This ordinance is declared ef­ fective immediately. Adopted this 2nd day of October, 2019 Jeffrey Butler, Supervisor Holly Carpenter, Clerk Ginger Cole, Treasurer Doug Westendorp, Trustee Larry Hook, Trustee 803 Reed St., Nashville Prayer Meeting................................................ 7 This Saturday Night MAPLE GROVE TOWNSHIP Sunday School.................................... 10 a.m. Wednesday Evening: ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES for use. - Wearing long-sleeved shirts and long pants when outdoors and applying insect repellent to clothing to help prevent bites. - Maintaining window and door screening to help keep mosquitoes outside. - Emptying water from mosquito breeding sites around the home, such as buckets, unused kiddie pools, old tires or similar sites where mosquitoes may lay eggs. - Using nets or fans over outdoor eating areas. More information is avail­ able at Michigan.gov/EEE. 4 miles west of Nashville MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday Worship............................... 8:30 a.m (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) We seek to feed the hungry, ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville .9:30 a.m. Sunday Mass FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville . both spiritually and physically. ........ 11:15 . Mickey Cousino ................ 6 . Certified Lay Minister Sunday Evening Service................... 6 p.m. Phone 616-765-5322 Wed. Evening Service................ 6:30 p.m. Sunday School .............. 10 AM. Service.... P.M. Service.... PASTOR GEORGE GAY Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Worship Service............................................ 11 AWANA.............................. 630-8 p.m. Wed. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH AM. Service 11 a P.M. Service 6p QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Wed. Service 7p M-79 West Sunday School 9:00 a.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Worship.......................................... 11:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE, Assistant Pastor PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR RICH MIJTERLING PASTOR ERIC LAMPHERE, Youth Pastor 517-652-1580 517-231-3434 304 Phillips SL, Nashville Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. (non-denomlnational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. �Page 4 — Just Say *As Advertised m the Maple Valley News' Saturday. October 26,2019 County OKs $17.8M general fund budget for 2020 RReeebe bheeeccccccmmaa Pie PPiieeerrrrccrreeee Re Editor Barry County will operate a $17.8 million general fund budget for calendar year 2020 and levy taxes totaling 5.3504 mills, which is the maximum allowed after applying the Headlee roll­ back. Commissioners unanimously adopted the budget without comment Tuesday. That total is a slight increase over this year’s $17.3 million amended gen­ eral fund budget. The most significant source of revenue for the general fund is property taxes, which are projected to increase 2.4 percent next year to just over $12 million. Most of the remainder of the county’s revenue comes from licenses and permits, federal and state revenue sharing, charges for services in departments such as the courts and register of deeds office, rent, and interest and transfers from other funds. Expenditures in the budget are dedicated largely to con­ tinuation of current services, according to County Administrator Michael Brown. During the budgeting pro- thiss yyv veeeeaaaarrrr.,. rnrneeeeqqoouuuueeeesssststsss ffooo orr cccceeeessssss thi funds from departments were $1.22 million more than pro­ posed revenues, with person­ nel, health insurance and pension costs as the largest cost categories. Requests for 15 new posi­ tions and reclassification of existing positions totaled $504,883 for 2020, Brown said. Because of revenue con­ straints, none of these requests were recommended. After department appeals, the only revisions were the addition of a part-time clerk in the equalization depart­ ment, at .475 full-time equiv­ alent, and an increase in hours and hourly pay for the parks and recreation part­ time administrator (from .375 to .475 full-time equiva­ lent) and from $15 an hour to $20 an hour. Collective bargaining agreements are in place in 2020 for all five unions: Barry County Courthouse Employees Association, Police Officers Labor Council representing sher­ iff’s corrections officers. Police Officer Labor Council representing deputies, Command Officers Association of Michigan, and and Police Police Officers Officers Labor Labor Council representing correc­ tions supervisors. The county has one gener­ al funded primary govern­ ment debt and that is the Friend ofthe Court building. The annual debt retire­ ment Tor 2020, including interest, is $84,500. The last scheduled debt payment for this building will be in 2021. The total Tor all Barry County budgets will exceed $48 million for 2020. The enterprise and internal ser­ vice. In other business, Eric Hackman, TowerPinkster senior project representative, was back before commis­sioners Tuesday with an update on plans for a “com­ munity dialogue event” at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4. The forum will take place at Barry Community Enrichment Center, Leason Sharpe Ha^. 231 S. Broadway, Hastings. The purpos&ofthe session will be to discuss replacing the jail and the Commission on Aging facilities arid the potential for ^millagg^jaction in Augustj2020. Come see us for all your wedding needs. Shop your LOCAL printing company for customized • Thank you notes • Save the date cards • Wedding invitations • Photos • Frames • Wedding favors • Posters shared so that public feed back and input can be invit­ ed, Hackman said. In other action, the com­ missioners unanimously approved: • Spending $8,588 for an Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant sidewalk and parking construction at McKeown Bridge Park. • State Department of Agriculture Farmland and Open Space Preservation program applications foir foi Randolph and Brenda Spitzley and Burdock Hill LLC, both in Carlton Township. • The appointment ofJohn Van Nieuwenhuyzen to the board of canvassers, repre­ senting the Democratic Party, for a term that starts Nov. 1 and ends Oct. 31,2023. • Claims totaling $ 176,239. All high schoolers invited to College Night Local high school students are invited to Barry County College Night Wednesday, Oct. 30, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Hastings High School gymnasium. Students may visit with representatives from dozens of area colleges, universities and the armed forces. Parents can get assistance to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, from 6 to 7:30 pm. . College 6r the military may see distant for freshmen and sophomores, but under- classmen may benefit from learning now about options that may guide decisions in the next few years. The event is free and open to all Barry County high school students. SERVICES, continued from page 1 offered less pay and benefits, Scrimger said there are because they knew the future options available in neigh­ of Eaton County’s program boring counties, where the was in doubt. staff is currently recommend­ “If I was working here - ing patients attend, but she this isn’t exactly a secret - pointed out that transporta­ I’d be looking to jump ship, tion is an issue for many of too,” Brehler said. the people they serve. “Itjust disgusts me,” board “I shudder to think of the member Blake Mulder said, number of people that we’re “This is the place we are going to lose, who are going making major life changing to go back to what they were effects.” doing,” Brehler said. “This is Brehler said the situation going to have a severe impact meant the board was not on what we do here in Eaton going to be able close the County.” program appropriately, by The board unanimously giving time for the employ­ voted to cancel its contract ees to find new positions, and with Mid-State and cease for the board to replace some Eaton Behavioral Health ofthe lost services. Services. “We’re going to have to Also at the meeting find somebody to take care of Scrimger said the deer found the jail now. We’re going to in Charlotte which tested “have to find-somebody to positive for Eastern equine take care of the juvenile encephalitis was discovered .home,” Brehler pointed out. weeks earlier, but problems “We5 have absolutely no idea with the testing meant it had 'when, or if, we will have ser- not been confirmed as EEE -yicqs available in Eaton until recently. County in the near future.” “For the most part, I think “I shudder to think of the number of people that we’re going to lose, who are going to go back to what they were doing. This is going to have a severe impact on what we do here in Eaton County.” Joe Brehler, board chairman this incident is really wrapped up for the year,” Scrimger said. She also reported ,4hat Emergency.; Preparedness •Coordinate ' • ■ ♦ Eileen Thompson had resigned after being with the department for about a year. 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Main St., Vermontville, Ml In the Christian Activity Center CONTACT: Ardy Robotham 517-852-4001 Kathy Brood 517-231-4296 Diane Regiin 517-231 -2414 �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, October 26,2019 — Page 5 ImK uNp' w * SSS? N.,, N. Federal tk.tk M'li'lji i ilSis Bllipa *hfcta tab, H fcaatarafci^: MB Maple Valley runners reach goals at GLAC Championship The Lions had a plan Saturday in Stockbridge. Everyone wanted to set a new personal record and in doing that, the Maple Valley varsity boys’ cross country team was hoping to place at least as high as fourth at the Greater Lansing Activities Conference Championship. “The boys ran with a pur­ pose today,” Maple Valley varsity cross country coach Tiffany Blakely said. “As a coach, I love when a plan comes together,” she added'. The top five runners for the Lions all set new person­ al records and the team placed fourth, finishing bet­ ter than Olivet and Lakewood at a league meet for the first time this season. Lion freshman Ashton Ripley ran his fastest race yet, placing seventh in 17 minutes 28.1 seconds to earn all-conference honors along with teammate Ben Benedict, a senior who placed 14th in a new personal record time of 18:03.5. Coach Blakely said Benedict really has his eye on finishing in less than 18 minutes when the Lions are in Allendale Saturday for their Division 3 Regional race. Blakely was really pleased to see just two minutes and 30 seconds between her team’s fastest runner and its fifth runner Saturday.Lion junior Curtis Walker kept putting bursts of speed together to set a personal record with a 28th-place time of 19:03.0 and senior team­ mate Trevor Duffey cut near­ ly half a minute from his Pluvious PR to finish in less than 20 minutes for the first The Greater Lansing Activities Conference's all-conference runners are honored at the end of the GLAC Championship Saturday in Stockbridge. The group includes (front from left) Maple Valley's Ashton Ripley, Leslie’s Cameron Pierce, Lakewood’s Nathan Alford, Stockbridge's Dalton Satkowiak, Olivet’s Noah Griffith, Leslie's Gavin Weber, Perry’s Ryan O’Neill, (second row) Maple Valley’s Ben Benedict, Perry’s Ethan Smith, Stockbridge’s Micah Bolton, Leslie’s Jackson Arkles, Leslie’s Tyler Hile, Leslie’s Jackson Casper, (back) Leslie’s Nicholas Siegert, Stockbridge’s Brock Jones, Stockbridge’s Andy Schlaff, Stockbridge's Ryan Owen, Leslie's Gabe Weber, Stockbridge’s Ben Chapman and Leslie Connor DuBose. Christian junior Madison Volz second in 19:00.8. Leslie junior Haley Ellis ran a personal record time, plac­ ing third in 19:46.4. Volz was one of three Lansing Christian girls to finish in the top eight. Stockbridge had three in the top eight as well, with Brianna Hill sixth and Kaitelyn Walker seventh to help the Panthers to the con­ ference championship. Lakewood Was led by junior Katie Acker who ran a personal record of her own, 21:09.3 to place.13th. Maple Valley senior Ben Benedict makes his way across the course during the GLAC Championship hosted by Stockbridge Saturday. time, placing 40th in 19:55.4. The Lion team also had freshman Torin Bell set a personal record with his 34th-place time of 19:23.9. Leslie took the boys’ championship Saturday with 34 points, ahead of Stockbridge, 54, Perry 86, Maple Valley 94, Olivet 100 and Lakewood NTS. Perry senior Ryan O’Neill finished off the conference season with a victory, hitting the finish line in 16:53.4. The first five finishers in the boys’ race were all from different schools. Leslie’s Gavin Weber was second in 17: 07.4, Olivet’s Noah Griffith third in 17:12.3, Stockbridge’s Dalton Satkowiak fourth in 17:17.9 and Lakewood's Nathan Alford fifth in 17:23.2. Stockbridge won the girls’ meet with 37 points, ahead of Leslie 49, Olivet 52 and Lakewood 81. Perry, Lansing Christian and Maple Valley didn’t earn team scores. The Lions didn’t have any girls run at all Saturday. Stockbridge sophomore Rylee Tolson won the race in 18: 22.4, with Lansing 1226 Lion freshman Ashton Ripley (1276) races □awards a new personal record best tithe at the GLAC Championship hosted by Stockbridge Saturday. UB|jj & iio iijuu x isH Ml* . SnpMW Schedule announced for Tinker Tuesday Tinker Tuesday at Vermontville Township Library kicked off this week with Legos, and the season’s schedule has been laid out. Events start at 5 p.m. Here’s the plan: Weird Halloween Science, Oct. 29, Karakuri paper folding, Nov. 5, Legos, Nov. 12, Makey Makey invention kits, Nov. 19, Balloons Over Broadway mini-Thanksgiving parade, Nov. 26, Legos, Dec. 3, a surprise on Dec. 10, and Christmas Cookies, Dec. 17. Pictured is 8-year-old Corbin Mason as he puts his Lego creation in a display case at the library after Tinker Tuesday. 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Between odd happenings like those and just solid football from the Broncos, the Maple Valley defense had AUTO SERVICE CENTER trouble getting off the field Now offering factory dealer com­ puter programing fo all evening. On the other side of the ball, the Lions couldn’t quite finish drives. They were inside the Broncos’ tenyard-line on their first possession, and had another drive stall out around the Bellevue 20-yard-line. The Lion offense managed just 197 yards and only nine first downs all game. Heckathom led the offense with 18 rushes for 68 yards. Sensiba was 7-of-13 passing for 80 yards. Cody Taylor had two receptions for 37 yards, matching Raymond’s receiving total. Bellevue got 17 rushes for 104 yards from Reece VanHoose, and quarterback Carson Betz tossed a pair of first half touchdown passes, while completing 4-of-9 passes for 78 yards overall. The Broncos took an 8-0 lead on a 20-yard TD pass from Betz to Grant Morgan with 1:48 to play in the opening quarter. VanHoose ran in the two-point try. The Broncos then finished off their late second quarter drive with an 18-yard TD pass from Betz to Kyle Vickery. Nick Hayward ran in Bellevue’s second twopoint try. “They had to work for everything they got to score,” coach Martin said. “We just got beat on the line of scrimmage. They were bigger and stronger than us. We just couldn’t keep them from getting first downs. One of the things about eight-man is teams are more liable to go for it on fourth down, whether it is fourthand-five, fourth-and-seven, fourth-and-two and we just couldn’t get our defense off the field at times. “We made too many mistakes on offense, putting the ball on the ground, missed blocks. On defense, their two touchdowns were just bad reads.” Coach Martin spoke to his underclassmen about following in Raymond’s footsteps in the years to come. “Somebody has to pick up that mantle. Somebody has to become the next AJ and we challenged them. Instead ofjust someone doing that, everyone needs to do that,” Martin said. The Lions end their first eight-player season with a record of 3-5. Bellevue improves to 6-3 with the victory. Serving needs work as Lions prep for postseason tourneys The Maple Valley varsity volleyball team will head into the Greater Lansing Activities Conference Championship tournament at Lansing Christian High School as the second seed behind state-ranked Lakewood Saturday (Oct. 26). The Lions were 5-1 in con­ ference match-ups through­ out the regular season, falling only to the Vikings. The Lions placed fifth Saturday at the Constantine tournament, falling to Galesburg-Augusta 25-23, 10-25, 18-16 in the opening round of the Gold Bracket. Maple Valley faced Dowagiac and Homer in pool play, playing three sets to 25 against both opponents. The Maple Valley girls swept Homer 25-9, 25-12, 25-18, but managed one set out of three against the Dowagiac girls, falling 25-16, 20-25, 25-19. “We certainly have some work to do,” Maple Valley head coach Sarah Carpenter said, “especially in the area of serving. Our serving was not good on Saturday.” The Lions had 30 service errors in their nine sets, put­ ting just 84.8 percent of their serves in play. Trista Medina did have 16 aces, but a few too many errors to go along with them. She certainly wasn’t the only one putting a few too many serves wide of the lines. Carli Deo, Josey Terpening and Keilyn Carpenter hit five aces each throughout the day.; Keilyn had a team-high 64 kills. Medina had four blocks. Olivia Roush led the team in blocks with 37, while Medina added 26, Terpening 24 and Carpenter 23. The Lions will follow up the GLAC Tournament by hosting their annual Pink Out contest with Bellevue Oct. 30. 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HW VERMONTVILLE 5 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Oct. 28 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes & gravy, peas, whole grain roll, grapes. Tuesday, Oct. 29 Fiesta lime chicken, brown cilantre rice, hot black bean salad, tossed salad, fruit crisp. Wednesday, Oct. 30 Smothered pork cutlet, stuffing, baked potato, mixed vegetables, banana. Thursday, Oct. 30 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, seasoned Brussels sprouts, garlic toast, Halloween treat, cider. Friday, Nov 1. Roast beef, mashed potatoes & gravy, broccoli, whole grain roll, apple. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Oct. 28 Sliced roast beef & Swiss cheese, sandwich thin, pea & cheese salad, grapes. Tuesday, Oct. 29 Turkey pasta salad, grape tomatoes, diced peaches, club crackers. Wednesday, Oct. 30 Taco salad, Mexican bean & rice salad, cantaloupe, salsa. Thursday, Oct. 31 Chicken salad, sandwich thin, broccoli craberry salad, pineapple. 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Wednesday, Oct. 30 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 a.m.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Woodland: Card Games. Delton: October Birthdays; Reminiscence; Walking 11 am.-l pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Thursday, Oct. 31 Hastings: Halloween Party: Superstition 10:30 a.m12:30 pm.; No Zumba Tonight. Delton: Puzzles/ Trivia; Walking 11 a.m-1 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am.; TV Time. Friday, Nov. 1 - Hastings: Exercise 9 am.; Bingo 9:30 am.; Iron Rails 10:30 am. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, October 26,2019 — Page 7 CENSURING, continued from page 1 >1 ultimately decided in favor of the memorial. While making the motion, trustee Tanett Hodge said there should be room to add cc* 7 k kw the entryway of the village council offices. The village discussed renaming a street or the village offices, but k% kj%| on to the memorial for other people who have served the village. In other business: • The council presented a plaque to the Nashville Michigan Historical Society, recognizing the organization as one of the driving forces of the sesquicentennial cele­ bration. • Michigan Department of Transportation Engineer Dan Roberts said crews are cur­ rently repairing a water main damaged during the replacement of the M-66 bridge over Quaker Brook. *v Sv* v vV’ij*1 Turning Tack the Tages SS%S iSISSs 40 years ago in the Maple Valley News JI Afterward, they will smooth over the dips on the bridge. Roberts said they plan to be finished by Nov. 15. • During council roundta­ ble, Kenyon asked residents who have questions or con­ cerns about the village water to discuss them with Director of Public Works Scott Decker. • Kenyon said a resident tried to test the village water and was alarmed there might be issues with it. 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Gresham United Methodist Church members (from left) Chad, Lindsay and Dalton Rogers, Principal Cindy Trebian and Pastor Heather Nolen with clothing items donated by the church. Lindsay and Chad Rogers sort through socks and gloves in the Maplewood office. (Photo by Taylor Owens) Kids sit atop a fire truck at the Gresham United Methodist fundraiser. (Photo provid­ ed) AT LEFT: Gresham United Methodist Church members (from left) Lindsay, Chad and Dalton Rogers, along with Pastor Heather Nolen (right) sort through clothes they delivered to Maplewood School. SPIRITUAL CARE CONSULTANTS balancing your spirit, soul, and body Please join us to hear how God is impacting the children of Maple Valley Schools through the SCC Children/Adolescent program. Our children are our future and we want them to be healthy; spirit, soul, and body! We look forward to spending this evening with you! Thursday, November 7, 2019 6:30-7:30pm Grace Church, 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, Ml *A meal is provided. 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Phohe^269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 44, November 2, 2019 Ripley runs to State Finals spot at Regional race Brett Bremer Montague 100, Delton guys, junior Micah Ordway Sports Editor Kellogg 114, Kent City 128, and senior Matt Lester who Maple Valley freshman Holland Black River 191, both qualified for the state Ashton Ripley ran cross Maple Valley 192, North finals for the second year in a country as a seventh grader, Muskegon 230, NorthPointe row. but missed the chance to run Christian 255 and Ravenna The Lion team also got a as an eighth grader. He’s 272 in the top ten Saturday. personal record from senior happy to be back on course. Calvin Christian had three Ben Benedict who was 24th Ripley became the first guys finish in the top four, all in 17:58.9. He finished in Maple Valley guy since 2006 hitting the finish line in less less than 18 minutes for the (Michael Hall) to qualify for than 17 minutes. Squire first time in his varsity career. the Lower Peninsula State junior Luke Witvliet was the “After the race he said he Finals when he placed sev­ regional champion in felt relief to break that barri­ enth at the Division 3 16:26.5, with Covenant er and setting that kind of Regional Meet hosted by Christian senior Ethan Vink time was a dream of his,” Allendale Saturday. It has second in 16:51.1. Lion head coach Tiffany been seven years since “That was a super flat Blakely said. Jessica Rushford raced in the course and there was a lot of The Lion team had junior 2012 finals, representing the competition,” Ripley said. “I Curtis Walker 48th in Maple Valley girls’ team. tried staying with the fifth 19:06.3, senior Trevor The Lion freshman set a and fourth people for the first Duffey 54th in 19:42.9 and new personal record at the part, because there was a freshman Torin Bell 61st in regional, hitting the finish group of people. They were 19:57.0. Duffey had his fast­ line in 17 minutes 3.07 sec­ all in the 16’s, so I was in est race ever Saturday. onds. He’s hoping to push his with them util about the two Duffey cut 13 seconds offhis PR down into the 16’s at and a half (mile mark).” previous best race. MIS. Ripley was the fastest “(Duffey) was- really The top three teams and freshmen in the D3 boys’ happy with the way he ran, top 15 individuals in race in Allendale, and one of he told me how surprised he Allendale earned spots in the two freshmen to medal in the was that he ran a six-minute state finals. top 15. Central Montcalm first mile, and his goal was Calvin Christian won the freshman Andrew Hardy was just to keep on that pace and boys’ regional championship 15th in 17:30.7 - a new PR to keep passing runners,” with 47 points, ahead of of his own. Ripley finished Blakely said. “Both Ripley Covenant Christian 69, between two Delton Kellogg and Duffey also had the best overall mile splits for the boys team.” Calvin Christian won the girls’ regional title too, with 19 points, ahead ofKent City 59, Covenant Christian 65, Montague 123, Central Montcalm 155, Newaygo 174, Delton Kellogg 182, Ravenna 208 and Wyoming Lee 232: Calvin Christian junior Catherine Kortman won the individual title in 19:20.5, with North Muskegon senior Isabella Lindsay second in 19:32.0. All seven Calvin Christian girls earned region­ al medals for placing in the top 15. Maple Valley freshman Hope Taggart was right behind Vroegop, placing 68th in 25:50.8. “She started out really strong, tapered off in the end, Maple Valleyfreshman Ashton Ripley earned another but still held on for a new week in his first varsity cross country season by scoring personal best time. She told me the cold air got to her a a seventh place medal Saturday at the Division 3 little bit, but she just kept Regional Meet in Allendale, qualifying for this weekend’s pushing herself to the end,” Division 3 Lower Peninsula State Finals at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn with his top 15 Blakely said. finish. The D3 boys’ race at the State Finals in Brooklyn Saturday (Nov. 2) are scheduled to begin at 11:30 a.m. (File photo) Downburst damages buildings at Riverside Nashville’s Karen Skedgell-Ghiban won first place for her mixed-media piece “Rudolph Valentino m Blood & Sand.” Local artist takes top prize in juried exhibition A juried aft .exhibition co-hosted by Historic Charlton Park and the Thomapple Arts Council is now open to the public in the Irving D. Charlton Memorial Museum at the park. The fifth annual Barry County Artists Exhibition, which will continue through Dec. 15, features a range of art, including paintings,, g lass, sculpture and photog- See EXHIBITION, pg. 4 Taylor Owens StaffWriter While much of Maple Valley saw high winds early Sunday morning, Riverside Oak Furniture experienced tornado speed gusts that damaged multiple buildings. The area around the store, about a mile south of Vermontville on Nashville Highway, ended up littered with chunks of siding, steel and shingles. A steel shed covering a sawmill was picked up, flipped over the top of a 14-foot building, and smashed into the side of Riverside Oak Furniture. Owner David Coblentz said the noise woke up his family sometime after 2 a.m., and the high winds only last­ ed about two minutes. Though his son-in-law heard the noise a quarter mile away, Coblentz said none of his neighbors appeared to have any damage. He estimated the entire damage radius was about 200 feet wide and 500 feet long. The shed was picked up and thrown northeast, but shingles from another build­ ing were thrown west. An apple tree was nearly pulled out of the ground, however a nearby wooden gazebo and swing set didn’t seem to have been touched. “It never even cracked the ground a little bit,” Coblentz said. To have done so much damage in such an irregular way, Coblentz suspected it might have been a small tor­ nado that briefly touched down on his property. Meteorologist Jim Maczko of the National Weather Service Grand Rapids office looked back at the radar from that morning, and said there was no evidence of rotation which would indicate a tor­ nado. He said it was likely a downburst that hit Coblentz’s property. Winds reached up to 80 miles per hour about 1,900 feet above the area between 2:15 and 2:30 a.m., Maczko said. Those winds probably shot to the ground in a down­ burst, and would have hit Riverside with gusts up to 70 miles per hour, he explained. A weak tornado, such as See DOWNBURST, pg. 4 In This Issue... • What to expect at Monday’s Barry County jail/COA forum • Lions reach GLAC volleyball title game • Lions lean on each ether through life and death . • County-title sifiagsrp^ntinye for HHS jjoys and �Page 2 — Just Say *As Advertised in the Mapte Valley News* Saturday. November 2.2019 Michael Dee Roo VERMONTVILLE, MI Michael Dee Root, a devoted husband, hither and grandfather, died Sundry, Oct 27,2019. Michael, age 69, of Vermontville, was bom Charles E. Hoyle December 27, 1949, in NASHVILLE, Ml - Charles Charlotte, to Cedric and E. Hoyle, age 75, ofNashville, Kathleen Rook A supervisor at passed away on October 29, General Motors, Mike was 2019. well-respected by everyone he He was bom on September worked with. In addition to 16, 1944 in Battle Creek, the his job at GM, Mike enjoyed son of Charles and Doris farming and traveled every (Leight) Hoyle. Charles year to Mackinaw City for a graduated in 1963 from farm tractor parade. His kids Lakeview High School, later always had to help on the moving to Nashville. He farm, especially the dreaded served for four years in the springtime rock-picking from United States Navy before the fields. working for Eaton Family was very important Manufacturing in Battle grandchildren and eight great to Mike, no matter how busy Creek. After Eaton's, Charles grandchildren. he was he always found time The family will receive spent 35 years working for for his children, and then his friends from noon to 1:30 Grand Trunk C/N Railroad. grandchildren, attending their p.m., on Wednesday, Nov. 6, Charles was a member of events and being there the VFW Post #8260 in 2019 at the Richaid A. Henry supporting them in all their Nashville. He enjoyed fishing, Funeral Home. Following the activities. He also served as riding Harley motorcycles, visitation, a committal service the Chester Township Clerk camping and hiking in will be held al 2 p.m. al Fort Custer National Cemetery for several years, as well as Colorado. being an active member ofthe He was preceded in death with military honors. Charlotte Church ofChrist. Memorial contributions by his parents, and a brother, After his retirement, he may be made to the Robert Hoyle. Association. enjoyed spending more time Surviving arc daughters, Alzheimer’s traveling, both to Florida and Heather (Scott) Wolcott of Condolences may be left for family at www. the Western parts of the U.S. Nashville, Holly (John) the He could often be found Secord of Gaylord; son, hcnryfiincralhome.org watching sports, a true Charles (Samantha) Hoyle II Michiganian he enjoyed the ofNashville; brothers, Thomas Lions, Tigers, and Michigan (Linda) Hoyle ofBattle Creek, State Spartans events. Steven Hoyle of Mesa AZ; six Mike is survived by his wife Richard L Andreau -TEMPUR-PEDIC • ORECK • SERTA • GE • LG • FRIGIDAIRE • LAKE ODESSAJ4I Richard “Rick” L. Andreau, age 58, of Lake Odessa, passed away Sunday afternoon, Oct 27, at home. Rick was bom on May 27, 1961, in Lansing, the son of Kosta and Doris (Smith) Andreau. He graduated from Eaton Rapids High School with the Class of 1979. Rick’s pastimes included camping, Commercial Grade Washer for residental use 62R W. Uwrena, Charlotte* 545-8332 VISIT US ON THE WEB WWW.BICMABIHAFFUANCES.COM “Valid thru 12/31/19 TEMPUR-PEDIC • ORECK • SERTA • GE - LG • FRIGIDAIRE ■ Maple Valley News published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone; (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 News and press releases: news@J-adgraphics.com -Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & CEO _________________Hank Schuuring » cfo_______________ • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. Chris Silverman csilverman@j-adgraphics.com • NEWSROOM • Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com PENNY SUPPER/ THANKSGIVING DINNER Thornapple Valley VFW Post 8260 Nashville, MI Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019 • of 50 years, Vida; children Lance Root, Dawn (Chad) Crandell, Laura Medina, Jamie Wiggs, and Matthew (Micheala) Root; 12 grandchildren; his siblings, Cindy (Dennis) Walker, Bill (Vickie) Root, and Jim (Evelyn) Root; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Friends were encouraged to support Mike’s family at the visitation and memorial services. Memorial services were held Wednesday, Oct 30, at the Charlotte Church of Christ. If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Maple Valley Scholarship Fund. Friends and family are asked to share memories of Mike on his Tribute Page at www. PrayFuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. S:30-7:00 p.m. Turkey/Ham, Dressing, Mashed Potates and Gravy, Butternut Squash, Green Beans, Salads, Rolls, Desserts, Coffee and Punch riding his Harley and spending time with his grandkids. He was always the first to offer help to any one in need of it however not so quick to accept help. Rick will be remembered by his wife, Jill; his dear children, Stacy and Rob Bryson and Eric and Andrea Andreau; three grandsons, Bobby, Porter and Donald Bryson, who affectionately referred to Rick as ‘Baa. The three grandsons were Baa’s world. He is also survived by his mother, Doris Andreau; his mother-in-law, Bernie Goodemoot; siblings, Jeff and Sandy Waldron and Alex and Maggie Andreau; in laws, Jim and Chery Valentine, Kyle and Marilyn Goodemoot, and Randy and Doni Nurenberg and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Kosta Andreau; father-in-law, Donald Goodemoot; and brother, Chris and twin brother, Nick Andreau and his beloved dog, Bristol. Private services will be held at a later time. For additional information please contact Verdun Family Funeral Home in Belding at (616) 794-1300 or at www. verdunfh.com. Call for Maple Valley News classmed ads 269-945-9554 or 1-860-870-7085 Raymond Dewitt Wilcox Raymond Dewitt Wilcox was bom to Leo and Edna Wilcox on October 20, 1924. When Raymond was two years old, his mother passed away. A few years later, Leo married Arlene Morehouse who brought her strong faith to the home. Several years later, baby sister Bonnie was bom and Raymond took great joy in having his little sister tag along on his many adventures. It was Raymond’s fun natured love of his little sister that attracted his future wife, Ardath. Raymond graduated from Sunfield High School in 1942. He was busy on the family farm and also loved sports, hunting and all things mechanical. He was active in 4-H and had the Michigan State Fair Grand Champion Cow. As a result, he was offered a college scholarship Michigan Agricultural at College (later MSU). He often remarked that he regretted the decision to pass up that scholarship since he always enjoyed learning something new. Thus, began his strong desire for his kids and grandkids to attend college of some kind and also his lifelong love of Michigan State University and Spartan basketball. In 1947, he married Ardath Hynes, who was the love of his life. Naturally outgoing, he brought adventure into Ardath’s life. Ardath, a natural worrier, even was convinced to ride in his motorcycle sidecar, shoot guns and take fun trips to Lake Michigan. They eventually settled in the Sunfield area. They both trusted Christ as Savior and during this time of life began attending the Sunfield United Methodist Church where they lifelong active remained members with Raymond serving as a Trustee and Chairman ofthe Pastor Parish Relations Committee. He was very generous in supporting his local church and community, many missions and charities. Raymond worked alongside his dad on the farm. Both he and Ardath knew the value of hard work and family. Soon after establishing theirr own farm, Kendall and Lorraine were bom. At a young age, Kendall joined his grandpa and dad in the farming operation. The entire family’s involvement in agriculture i continues to this day.. Raymond began working for Hough Brothers Construction. He learned to fly and loved to travel to jobs around the United States. He was a devoted father and he although husband, sometimes found the balance of work and family difficult. But every night, like clockwork, he called to check in with the family, keeping up on all the activities at home. When Raymond turned 65, rather than retire as most, he began his own construction company Specialty Industries, Inc. He loved the challenge of starting a new business and the company blossomed. During these years, the importance of family began to resonate clearly as Raymond and Ardath set aside work schedules to attend almost every activity that their grandchildren were involved with. They became well known as grandma and grandpa to kids in Lakewood, Maple Valley and Portland. Most activities were followed by dinner or ice cream to celebrate successes as well as to ease the blow oflosses. Raymond and Ardath enjoyed good health and independent living for over 90 years. Recently as health issues began to take their toll, the family was assisted by Luminate Home Care. Their loving care allowed Raymond and Ardath the opportunity to enjoy living in their own home. Ardath passed away in May of this year just short of their 72nd anniversary. On October 22, at the age of 95, Raymond also went to be wife fee Lord. Their strong commitment to their Lord Jesus Christ, and each other, unconditional love for their family, hard work ethic and fun-loving spirits will be greatly missed. Raymond is survived by his son, Kendall (Kerry) Wilcox and his daughter Lorraine Benedict; seven (Brian) 12 great grandchildren, grandchildren, and brother in-law Lindy (Beth) Hynes. He was preceded in death by his wife Ardath of71 years; great granddaughter, Kyra Winslow; parents, Leo and Edna Wilcox; stepmother, Arlene Weeks; siblings, Bonnie (Roy) Van Houten; infant brother, Donald Wilcox; stepbrother, Paul Morehouse, and brothers-in-law, Glendon (Mary) Hynes, and Cecil Hynes. A celebration of life was held Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019 at the Sunfield United Methodist Church. A graveside service at the Cemetery Sunfield immediately followed the Celebration of Life. A luncheon was provided for guests at the Sunfield United Brethren church. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Sunfield SPYS or the Sunfield United Methodist Monday Night Supper Fund which provides free meals to the community. Please visit a special page created for Raymond to leave a condolence for the family: www.RosierFuneralHome. com The family has entrusted the arrangements to the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield: Rosier Funeral Home. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 2,2019 — Paige 3 *S>i SJJ|>i What to expect at Monday’s Barry County jail/COA forum T’k kS s^s- t AS|H■Lrr ;;& ;&1 ss$S s$ “&U. taJSt Ss S hIS It S ULl<7 Bk.s S . ’1 Barry County residents snintinns hrn who attend Monday’s forum to discuss what to do about What: Barry County community forum the jail and Commission on When: 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4 Aging buildings - and the Where: Leason Sharpe Hall prospect for a 2020 millage Barry Community Enrichment Center election will have an 231 S. Broadway, Hastings opportunity to share their Why: Discuss possible plans for the county jail thoughts, ask questions and and Commission on Aging buildings — and the pros­ learn about the current state pect for a millage election in 2020. of those facilities. The meeting will take place at 6:30 p.m. at the the session, will start the senior project manager at Leason Sharpe Hall in the forum with an overview, a TowerPinkster. Barry Community briefhistorical review, then it “There’s definitely a Enrichment Center, 231 S. will report on current short­ whole bunch of solutions,” Broadway, in Hastings. comings at both facilities. Hackman told commission­ TowerPinkster, the com­ The purpose of this forum ers at a recent county board pany hired by the county is not to propose any solu­ meeting. “Again, this meet­ commissioners to facilitate tions, said Eric Hackman, ing is not to propose any Blood drive in Nashville Wednesday The American Red Cross is planning a blood drive in Nashville Wednesday, Nov. 6. *S2 S2 The collection will be from noon to 5:45 p.m. at Grace Community Church, 8950 E. Ij Miitffc w* •%&» ■®^ ^^ J®(ks^ w “"W^i *1®nl Hhl^ «®i«sl foy * ®ta(le 0jjs pEad tdE ku^ S.^ilHl lUfalQ rsadediife HfjW fi'ai fi'aiE M-79. Donors of all blood types, especially platelet donors and those with type O blood, are urged to give now to ensure a stable supply this fall. Anyone who is 17 or older, weighs a minimum of 110 pounds, is in reasonably good health and who has not donat­ ed in 56 days is eligible. Getting a flu shot does not affect eligibility, but those with flu symptoms should not donate until they have recov­ ered completely. Appointments to donate blood can be made on the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 800-RED CROSS (800-733­ 2767) or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device. j— “Ideally, we’re done and out ofthere in an hour.” The point of the meetin g will be to gather substantive information and ideas and create a report that goes back to the county board with details about next steps. The goal is to develop Check Out Our Country Kettle Cafe VTS4 517-852-9700 Creek Master Singers. Items will be up for grabs in a silent auction. Take-out service will be available, and a golf cart escort will transport individ­ uals who need a lift between their vehicles and the door. 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Wo JVF Nashville United Methodist Church’s Annual Turkey Supper Saturday, Nov. 9,20189 4:00-7:00 pm Comer ofWashington & State Dinner includes: Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Squash, Cranberry Salad, Cole Slaw, Rolls, Drink & Homemade Pie Even with the construction on M-66 We Are Still Open is Saw mi aik I rffttei aitifeii'K coopertires rillM rtMjHi Hfffifc Kuprin e iw irbi.lif i Brakes • Tune-Ups Mufflers • Batteries oil Changes • Shocks ■Iw w l TICKETS: Adults $8 presale/ rmtf mi fch; pffi i>i SiM Hu fc ri B,Uns .(its tt l fa (Rijpi® jj jj AitataM'1’ li b l b solutions, but at least to be able to say there are ideas out there. “We’re going to ask the community to think about those and begin to have a conversation about what those are and give feedback back to the county.” After their presentation, which will take roughly 20 minutes, the forum will break into small groups. “Ideally, each group will identify a question or con­ cern,” he said. “We’ll hear from everybody.” Hackman said the empha­ sis will be on sharing, but no political soapboxes. $10 at the door 5-12 yr $6, 4 & under FREE Mechanic on Du w www.m66tire.com • email: m66tirecooper@att.net 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66, Lake Odessa, Ml 488491 Ph 616-374-1200 • Fax 616-374-4427 ritototh® nt*W« * **'! •u •l, U* jjW1 ‘J •* *■£ ■ ■ ., L |d 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. 5505 North Mulliken Road, one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. A.M. Worship....................................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship............................................ 6 .Wednesday Family u |rtj£i Sunday School.................................. 1 0 a.m. ocal Church Schedule Sunday: Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting................................................7 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. and many other activities. PEGGY BAKER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange #& &’ Sunday School............................... 9:45 a.m. 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 $ r 4 MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. "Where Everyone is Someone Special." information call 1-269-731-5194. For Sunday: >P.M. Worship............. Sunday Senrices: For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Traditional 1928 Book of FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 110 S. Main St, Worship............................................ 9:15 a.m. Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI (517) 726-0258 517-588-8415 11: 00 a.m........................................ Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Leadership Training PASTOR GABE PRIDDY ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................. 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 10: 00 a.m............................... Church Service 4 miles west of Nashville MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Hastings (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday Worship............................. 830 a.m (1/2 mile East ofM-66 5 mi. south ol Nashville) Sunday School .............. 10 .both spiritually and physically. A.M. Senrice.... ........ 11:15 . P.M. Senrice.... ....... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY We seek to feed the hungry, VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville Mickey Cousino Sunday School................. 9:45 am. Worship Service.............. .............. 11 Certified Lay Minister Sunday Evening Service .... 6 p.m. Phone 616-765-5322 Wed. Evening Senrice... 630 p.m. AWANA.............................. 630-8 p.m. Wed. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH P.M. Senrice 6p QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Wed. Service 7p M-79 West Sunday School 9:00 am. Worship .......................................... 11:15am. Sunday Worship 10:00 am. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI ! 517-652-1580 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a PASTOR DON ROSCOE PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Worship............................................................ 7 Phone:(517)852-1783 PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE, Assistant Pastor PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR ERIC LAMPHERE, Youth Pastor Wednesday Evening: ...................... 11:00 am. Holy Communion 517-852-2043 Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, 11 a.m. .......... 6 p.m Sunday School............................. 11:00 am. United Methodist Women: Children's Classes, A.M. Worship............. .............................. 9:15 am. Morning Prayer PASTOR KAREN KINNEY Contemporary Service, 301 Fuller St, Nashville Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. 2415 McCann Road Worship Senrice.......................... 9:45 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. PASTOR U Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR Phone (269) 963-7710 Charlotte 517-726-0526 Phone: (517) 543-5488 “No matter who you are, or where you are on life'sjourney, you are welcome here.' (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Night Service................................ 6:45 p.m. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ol M-66 on Baseline) Church Service...................................... 9 a.m. Sunday School.............................. 10:30 a.m. > a . PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.......................................... 11 Evening Worship........................................... 6 803 Reed St., Nashville W J CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH »k . (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR RICH MITTERLING 517-231-3434 �Page 4__Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 2,2019 DOWNBURST, continued from page 1 The steel beams crashed through the building’s siding, and gouged out the plywood exterior. This steel roofing landed on the other side of some trees across the road from Riverside Oak Furniture. an Enhanced Fujita Scale 0, has winds .between 65 and 85 mpb, according to the NWS. When the roof was tom off Maple Valley Junior Senior High School in 2004, just a few miles down the road from Riverside, a downburst also was determined by NWS to be the cause. Coblentz said he will need to use a SkyTrak telehandler to remove the steel shed from the side ofhis building. Tlnnuaf HONORING OUR VETERANS (VETS EAT FREE) TURKEY DINNER w/all of the trimmings SATURDAY, NOV. 9,2019 Serving 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. ^Ad Adults - $10.00 • Children 5-12 - $5.00 - Under 5 Fre First Congregational Church of F Vermontville, 110 S. Main St, Verm Winds up to 70 miles per hour flipped a steel shed over the top of David Coblentz’s sawmill and smashed it into the side of Riverside Oak Furniture just south of Vermontville. (Photos by Taylor Owens) An apple tree was nearly pulled out of the ground, exposing its roots. EXHIBITION, continued from page 1 raphy. “Rudolph Valentino in Blood “What wonderful pieces & Sand.” we have for our fifth year of Skedgell-Ghiban, from the exhibition,” Thomapple Nashville, won first place in Arts Council Program this exhibition last year with Director Kathleen Welch a graphite pencil drawing of said. “There is tremendous a silent film-era star. talent in Barry County, and Skedgell-Ghiban said she we look forward every year has been drawing since she to helping showcase it. was a child, her favorite sub­ “We really encourage jects being animals, unicoms everyone to make the trip out and dinosaurs. In high to Charlton Park to take a school, she began drawing look.” cartoon and comic book The first-place award went characters. to Karen Skedgell-Ghiban “I wasn’t very good at all,” for her mixed-media piece Skedgell-Ghiban told The OUTDOOR SERVICES COMPANY Looking for energetic, dependable hard working full-time employee. Reminder in a 2018 story about her award. “But, with time, practice and reading from how-to books, I got better with drawing people.” She said she also dabbled in oil paints, colored pencil and ink. She is the artist who sketched the old mill in Nashville for the Nashville Historical Society, which she serves as vice president. Other prizes were awarded to Lane Cooper, Jana Thomas, and Lindsay Meeker. Honorable mentions included Jennifer Blough and Karen Heath. This year, Kimberly Gill of the Flat River Gallery in Lowell served as the juror. For more information about the exhibition, visit www.charltonpark.org, call 269-945-3775, or email info@charltonpark.org. Historic Charlton Park is located between Hastings and Nashville at 2545 S. Charlton Park Road. Vermontville celebrates gaming week Taylor Owens StaffWriter In celebration of International Games Week, Vermontville Township Library will host its first gaming night from 3 to 8 p.m. Nov. 8. Steven Hay of Smalltown Computers will host the eve­ ning, with tabletop games, retro games and gaming computers. He has been par- ticipating in game night at Hastings Public Library for about five years, and will bring similar activities to Vermontville. Hay said a big goal of the evening is to encourage kids to socialize with each other by gaming together. Tabletop games including Dungeons and Dragons, BattleTech and the card game Magic: The Gathering. Hay also will set up sys­ tems to emulate older video games. Hay has more than 4,000 arcade, Nintendo, Atari, SEGA and more games from the 80’s, 90’s and early 2000’s available to pay. He also will have four gaming computers set up to play a variety of different games. Must have a valid driver’s license. School hosts VeteransDay ceremony Call 269-953-7452 The high school will host a Veterans Day Celebration at 9 a.m. Nov. 11, in the east gymnasium. All veterans are invited to attend and be hon- ored before the students. The event will feature student speeches, a U.S. Navy Honor Guard and military flag cere­ mony. More information is avail­ able by contacting Dennis Vanderhoef at 248-866­ 9445. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 2,2019 — Page 5 Trick-or-treaters brave snowfall Kathleen Welch (left) and Sydney Khouri give Abigail and Larry Guthrie free books These Star Wars characters are (from left) Bob Allen, Teresa Allen, Evelyn Fisher at Putnam District Library on Halloween. (Photos by Taylor Owens) and Jeff Fisher, who handed out candy at the Castleton Maple Grove Nashville Fire Department Thursday. Follow The Maple Valley Newson Facebook to keep up to date until the new edition is printed! JoLeis Diner NEW KIDS MENU Kids 8 and Under Eat FREE Thursday 4pm-close w/adult meal purchase WINTER HOURS: 8a-2p Tu-Sa 8a-8p 174 S. 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All the while, the Lions were supporting each other too as the team dealt with life and death matters of its own in the day’s leading up to the event. Maple Valley junior setter Trista Medina’s grandfather, Michael Root, passed away on Saturday and his funeral was Wednesday in Charlotte. Maple Valley varsity volley­ ball coach Sarah Carpenter lost her grandmother, Virginia Martens, this week as well. “It has been an emotional day for us. So, coming together and having all the support, and also playing for a greater cause, like cancer knowing that there are peo- The Maple Valley and Bellevue varsity volleyball teams get together for a photo at the conclusion of the Lions’ annual Dig Pink cancer awareness event at Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School Wednesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) pie going through the same things as us right now. It was really nice to have every­ one,” said Medina after help­ ing the Lion team to a 25-12, 25-12, 25-12 win over visit­ ing Bellevue on Dig Pink night at Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School. Coach Carpenter said Root was one of her team’s hugest supporters. “He never missed any­ thing. He was at everything,” she said. Medina said things were especially emotional early in the evening, during the pre­ game ceremonies in the gym decorated with pink banners and balloons. Both the Lions and Broncos were dressed in special pink uniforms for the annual contest. Carpenter was moved by the pregame prayer from assistant coach Timara Wehr. “We have worked, as a Maple Valley junior outside hitter Keilyn Carpenter pushes an attack over the net during her team’s 3-0 win team, understanding death over visiting Bellevue on Dig Pink Night Wednesday. and how to be there for each other and your teammates in (Photo by Brett Bremer) those moments. My grand- mother, who (Virginia Martin) was like a mother to me, passed away yesterday,” coach Carpenter said. “These girls, they brought flowers and a gift, and then (Timara) who played for me and now coaches for me, did the pre­ game prayer. Yes, I was touched that they were taking care of me, but I was more touched that they learned the lesson of how to do that and then to put it into play with- VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE COUNTY OF EATON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, November 19, 2019, at 7:00 p.m., the Planning Commission ofthe Village ofVermontville will hold a public hearing at the Vermontville Village Office, 194 S. Main Street, Vermontville, Michigan, on a proposed amend­ ment to the Zoning Ordinance by rezoning certain described lands from the B-2 Central Business District to the RS-2 Moderate Density Residential District. The lands proposed to be rezoned are generally described as follows: 142 N, Main Street, Vermontville. MI 49096 (Parcel No. 23-051-000-613-041-01): Maple Valley junior setter Trista Medina tries to flip the ball over a Bellevue block during the second set of the Lions’ 3-0 win over the visiting Broncos Wednesday evening. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Commencing 93.74 feet South ofthe Northwest comer of said lot, thence East 105.6 feet, thence South 142.76 feet, thence West 105.6 feet, thence North 142.76 feet to the Point ofBeginning. Being part ofLot 4, Block 13 ofthe Original Plat ofthe Village ofVermontville ATTENTION VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE RESIDENTS 148 E, Main Street, Vermontville, MI 49096 (Parcel No. 23-051-000-618-051-00): The West 37 feet of Lot 4, except the South 123.50 feet, the North 17 feet of Lot 7, Lots 5 and 6, Block 18 ofthe Original Plat ofthe Village ofVermontville 137 E. Main Street. Vermontville, MI 49096 (Parcel No. 23-051-000-618-122-00): South 24 feet ofthe West 60 feet ofthat part ofLot 12 lying East ofthe alley, Block 18 ofthe Original Plat ofthe Village ofVermontville 137 E. Main Street, Vermontville, MI 49096 (Parcel No, 051-000-618-150-00): Commencing on the East line ofthe alley 152.50 feet ofthe Southwest comer ofBlock 18, thence East 82 feet 10 inches, thence North 73 feet, thence East 2 feet 2 inches, thence North to the North line ofLot 15, thence West 85 feet, thence South along the alley to the Beginning. Block 18 ofthe Original Plat ofthe Village ofVermontville NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING A Public Hearing has been scheduled for 6:30 pm, November 14, 2019, at a special Council Meeting at the Vermontville Community Center, 108 N. Main St, Vermontville, Ml, for the purpose of discussing adoption of the 2020 Budget. A copy of the Budget is available for public inspection during regular business hours in the Clerk’s Office at 194 S. Main St. 137 E. Main Street Vermontville, MI 49096 (Parcel No. 051-000-618-156-00): Lot 15 lying East ofthe alley, except commencing on the East line ofthe alley 152.5 feet east of the Southwest comer, Block 18, thence East 82 feet 10 inches, thence North 73 feet thence East 2 feet 2 inches, thence North to the North line ofLot 15, West 85 feet South along the alley to the Beginning. South 55 feet ofLot 12 lying East ofthe alley, except the East 24.5 feet ofthe South 55 feet and also except the South 24 feet ofthe West 60 feet ofLot 12, Block 18, Village ofVermontville A copy ofthe proposed amending ordinance is on file and may be examined at the Village Office, 194 S. Main Street, Vermontville, during Village office hours. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and comment upon the proposed ordinance. Written comments may be submitted to the Village office, at the above-stated address, up to and during the time ofthe public hearing. Dated: October 31,2019 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. The Village of Vermontville levies 14.2817 mills. If you would prefer to send written comments for consideration, please forward them prior to the public meeting to the Village of Vermontville, attention: Village Clerk, P.O. Box K, Vermontville, Ml 49096. If you have special needs associated with your attendance at the hearing, please call 517-726­ 1429 so that a reasonable effort can be made to accommodate your needs.131278 out me telling them obvious­ ly. That is really what this is all about.” “Yeah, tonight is about cancer and losing someone from cancer, but people lose people all the time. We have to do this for cancer, but we also have to understand that death is a real thing across the board regardless of how it comes. Learning to be there for your teammates or your family, and standing together during those moments is so important,” she added. The Lions fundraising efforts will go to a new cause this year, the Hope Lodge in Grand Rapids. The American Cancer Society Hope Lodge pro­ gram provides a free home away from home for cancer patients and their caregivers who live far away from their treatments. The Lions have also been collecting canned goods for the facility, and plan to travel as a team to cook a dinner for those using the program sometime in the near future. “We knew we were play­ ing for a good cause, but we also know that charity games can be really hard emotional­ ly,” Medina said. “We were playing for the cause, for the girls beside us, and we just really needed to stay focused.” The Lions didn’t have much trouble besting the Broncos on the court. Junior outside hitter Keilyn Carpenter pounded 21 kills for the Lions. Carli Deo had an impressive eight aces. Medina finished the evening with 20 assists. Olivia Roush led the Lions in digs with ten. Alison McGlocklin and Medina had three aces each. Maple Valley will travel to Kalamazoo Christian for its Division 3 District Semifinal match to open the state post­ season Wednesday. The Lions will face the winner of Monday’s district opener between Delton Kellogg and Schoolcraft. It is a brutally tough dis­ trict tournament. Schoolcraft is the defending Division 3 State Champions and cur­ rently ranked number one in the state again. The district hosts from Kalamazoo Christian are ranked third in the state. The Lions went to Lakewood High School to Continued next page �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 2,2019 — Page 7 Lions reach GLAC volleyball title The top seeds held serve at Lansing the Greater Conference Activities Tournament hosted by LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS its S‘Z B : iSi * *! k .■Z . gW w g B B Mji H "’I'^hntbim *i»bt&rwiyfMate fetasfenl HirWX Decedents Trust Estate Kenneth N. Sparks (“Decedent) Date of Decedents Birth: August 7,1932 Name of Trust: Kenneth N. Sparks Trust dated October 22,1986 NOTICE TO CREDITORS: Decedent, Kenneth N. Sparks died May 19, 2016. There is no personal representative of Decedent’s estate to whom Letters of Authority have been issued. Creditors of Dece­ dent are notified that all claims against the Decedent, Decedent’s estate, and/or Decedent’s trust(s) will be forever barred unless pre­ sented to Trustee, Attorney David G. Coleman at 624 W. 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The Lakewood varsity volleyball team won its 17th conference championship overall, keeping its GLAC record perfect since the league began, by outscoring Maple Valley 25-14,25-15 in the championship match. The Vikings opened the day with a 25-21, 25-10 win over Stockbridge. Lakewood head coach Cameron Rowland said his team started slow, needing to adjust to the slower pace of play after a tough tri at home the previous Thursday night against Schoolcraft and Mattawan. He said once his girl found their footing they dominated. Maple Valley, the second seeded team in the tournament, opened play with a 25-16,23-25,25-14 win over Leslie and then defeated Olivet 27-29,25-13,25-12 in the semifinals. Lakewood was the only conference team to defeat the Lions in GLAC play this season. Trista Medina had six aces for the Lions, Lions,,, and Jose Joseyv yv Terpening and Keilyn Carpenter had four aces each. Keilyn Carpenter pounded 38 kills to lead the Lion attack. Teammates Terpening and Medina had eight kills each. Medina had 48 assists and had a big day at the net defensively too, adding a team-high four blocks. Ashlyn Wilkes, Terpening and Carli Deo had three blocks each. Terpening had a team-high 23 digs, Medina had two, Olivia Roush had 19 and Carpenter 18 digs. Maple Valley heads to Kalamazoo Christian for its 3 Division District Tournament. Both teams drew first round byes and will open the postseason in the district semifinals. The Lions will face either Delton Kellogg or the defending state champions, currently rrrraaaannnnk kkeedd beeerrr or Ze iinn hhe.. d nn nnuu uumm mmbbe ornne nn ttthe state again, from Schoolcraft. DK and Schoolcraft open the postseason Monday in Kalamazoo. The Lions finished out the regular season hosting their Dig Pink Night with Bellevue Wednesday, scoring a 3-0 win over the Broncos. Maradith O’Gorman led the Lakewood Vikings with 26 kills on the day at the GLAC Tournament. 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Hastings senior Aidan Makled led a parade of guys who will be running at the Lower Peninsula State Finals at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn Saturday, along the town square to the finish line at the park Monday. Makled led the Hastings boys’ to the county champi­ onship, taking the individual title in 17 minutes 7.45 sec­ onds. It is third straight indi­ vidual county championship as well as the third straight county championship for the Hastings boys’ team. The Thomapple Kellogg girls won their tenth straight county championship. The first nine guys across the finish line Monday are all state qualifiers — a group that includes individual state qualifiers from all five Barry County schools and the members of the Hastings team that earned a spot in the Division 2 State Finals as a team with a top three region­ al finish in Portage Saturday. Lakewood junior Nathan Alford ran his regional race last Friday at Uncle John’s Cider Mill in St. Johns, qual­ ifying for the state finals for the first time. He was the Lion junior Alyson Gusey makes her way towards the finish line at the end of the Barry County Meet Monday afternoon at Charlton Park. (Photo by Brett Bremer) runner-up to Makled in 17:35.74. Hastings state qualifiers won both the boys’ and girls’ races Monday, with Saxon sophomore Carissa Strouse taking the girls’ meet in 20:20.08, ahead of the other county girl who will run with her at Michigan International Speedway at the state finals Saturday, Thornapple Kellogg sophomore Jessica Durkee who finished in 20:50.75. Strouse said she moved ahead of Durkee at about the mile mark and then was able to hold her lead throughout the run. Durkee led the TK ladies to another conference cham­ pionship as a team though. The top seven runners in the boys’ and girls’ races Monday earned first team All-Barry County honors, with the next seven finishers earned second team all-coun­ tyThomapple Kellogg had four girls in the top seven and another three in the top 14, while also having a pair run finish 15th and 16th as well. The Hastings boys weren’t quite as dominant, but out­ scored runner-up Delton Maple Valley freshman Hope Taggart races through the village at Charlton Park Monday on her way to the Barry County Meet finish line. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley senior Trevor Duffey makes his way through the historic village at Charlton Park Monday afternoon during the Barry County Meet hosted by Hastings. (Photo by Brett Bremer) fCrystal Flash / FUELS ON THE MOVE propane | diesel | gasoline | lubricants Our dependable team will do whatever it takes to safely deliver fuel oil and premium diesel to your home, farm or business all year long. We’re local, loyal and 100% employee-owned. Serving You Since 1932 crystalflash.com — 800.875.4851 Behind the two state qual­ ifiers at the front of the girls’ race, Lakewood junior Katie Acker was third in 21:25.37. Acker was followed across Maple Valley senior “captain” Ben Benedict smiles the finish line by a TK pack alongside Hastings’ Braden Tolles as Hastings athletic that included sophomore director Mike Goggins introduces the All-Barry County Kendall Snyder fourth in second team at the conclusion of the Barry County Meet 21: 9.49, senior Audrey Monday at Charlton Park. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Meyering fifth in 21:46.42 and senior Elizabeth Kellogg 32-57. Thomapple DK also had sophomore Meyering sixth in 21:53.39. Kellogg was third in the Amon Smith III 12th in Freshman Madison Nagel boys’ standings with 70 18: 46.09 and freshman was the fifth TK girl in, plac­ points, ahead of Lakewood Hector Jimenez 14th in ing eighth in 21:54.47. 89 and Maple Valley 97. 19: 10.27. Senior Dawson Freshmen teammates Hastings had five guys Grizzle was the Panthers’ Lindsey Velting and Lucy finish in the top 14 - all of number five runner Monday, VanDemark join Nagel on them seniors. Jon Arnold finishing in 19:35.52. the all-county second team. was third in 17:49.22, Blake Thornapple Kellogg’s Velting was 12th in 22:26.26 Harris eighth in 18:16.87, state qualifier, senior Nick and VanDemark 13th in Josh Brown ninth in 18:2620 Bushman, led his team with 22: 27.02. and Braden Tolles 11th in a sixth-place time of Hastings had three medal­ 18:43.33. 17:53.83. Junior Brennan ists, including Strouse, in the Freshman state qualifier Lutz earned a second team girls’ race. Freshman Ashton Ripley led the Lions all-county spot with his Madison Nino placed tenth with a fourth-place time of 13th-place time of 18:53.47. in 22:23.86 and sophomore 17: 50.63. Lion senior Ben TK had a pack not too far Allison Teed 11th in Benedict closed out hits var­ behind Lutz, with junior 22:25.45. The rest of the top sity cross country career with Levi VanderHeide 16th in five for the Saxons included a tenth-place time of 19:28.13, sophomore junior Aura Wahl-Piotrowski 18: 42.17. The Lions also had Matthew Smith 17th in 17th in 23:29.87 and senior junior Curtis Walker 27th in 19:28.92 and sophomore Layla Lamance 22nd in 20: 16.84, freshman Torin Jacob Pykosz 18 th inin 24:45.80. Bell 29th in 20:27.61 and 19:30.96. The Lakewood girls stuck senior Trevor Duffey 40th in Lakewood managed to together to beat out the DK 21: 25.30. beat out its Greater Lansing girls for third place. The “The boys were tired from Activities Conference rivals Viking team had junior Anja the regional race this past from Maple Valley for the Kelley 18th in 23:47.72, Saturday, but still gave it fourth place spot in the boys’ freshman Sadie Brearley their all,” Maple Valley head race. Behind Alford the 19th in 24:19.88 and senior coach Tiffany Blakely said. Vikings had senior Michael Madisyn Case 20th in “They didn’t put in their fast­ Mackenzie 15th in 19:18.82, 24:25.69. est times, but across the freshman Ryan Alford 20th The Vikings’ number five board all the team members in 19:36.19, sophomore was senior Emily Fortier, were about 45 seconds off Aiden Pyle 21st in 19:37.08 who placed 34th in 26:21.77 from their personal best and junior Luke Stoneman by outsprinting freshman times, so I was glad to see 43rd in 22:22.58. teammate Gabby the consistency between all The Thomapple Kellogg Rosenburger to the finish the runners. It made sense girls scored ju§t^25 points line. Rosenburger was three that this was a hillier course Monday, with Hastings sec­ hundredths of a second then some of their other ond with 56, ahead of behind at the line. races. Lake wood 76, 76, Delton Delton Delton Kellogg was led by “Both freshman Ashton Kellogg 79 and Maple Valley sophomore Halena Phillips Ripley, and senior Ben NTS. who earned the final Benedict were happy with Maple Valley had fresh- all-county first team slot by their races. I felt that man Hope Taggart 40th finishing seventh in 21:54.47, Benedict had an outstanding overall in 29:02.81 and just beating out Nagel from finish, one of the best I’ve junior Alyson Gusey 45th in TK at the finish line with a seen this season. Ripley was 36:27.19. strong final surge. Phillips’ pleased that he was able to “Both girls wrapped their sophomore teammate Aubrey beat both Delton Kellogg seasons up with solid races, ” Aukerman closed out her runners that beat him in the Blakely said. “Junior Alyson first varsity cross country regional race.” Gusey performed the best season with a ninth-place Delton Kellogg had four out of the both teams to fim time of 22:05.56. DK also in the top 14, led by state ish just outside of her season had senior Lily Timmerman qualifiers Matt Lester and best time. I was very happy place 14th in 23:19.08. Micah Ordway. Lester, a to see her consistent running, The Panthers also had senior, placed fifth in even when we see courses freshman Joelle White 31st 17:51.43 and his junior team­ with hills, her times are still in 25:57.52 and senior mate Ordway was seventh in some of the best for the sea­ Elizabeth Vroegop 37th in 17:59.90. son.” 27:38.38. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-11-09.pdf 4e99745c82480b320275cefbe0ecac0b PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY news A local paper oftoday! Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 ‘Grease’ comes to school next week Taylor Owens Staff Writer The Maple Valley High School Theater Production ofGrease kicks offthis week. The film starred John Travolta and Olivia NewtonJohn, but the musical is a bit different, according to the cast. It has a few different songs, and plot is slightly different from the original musical. The show features the per­ formance of over 40 stu­ dents, and the cast is what many of the students are most excited about. Senior Aurora Linn explained that, because of an issue getting the rights to perform the music, the cast and crew only had six weeks to prepare instead of the usual eight or nine. “We’ve never put together a show this fast, but it’s so good,” Linn said. “I’m super proud of how far everyone has come.” Because the players are focused, they were able to See GREASE, page 5 TOP RIGHT: The cast of Grease includes (front row, from left): Emily Iszler, Kaycie Schrader, Kay Bansemer, Dominik Squires; (second row) Garnet Sheridan, Lizzy Christopher, Holly Rosin, Alyson Gusey, Xavier Chrysler, Chyanne Hanselman, Shelby Ripley, Matt Morris; (third row) Connor Wood, Carter Carpenter, Josiah Johnson, Ben Benedict, Corbin Hasselback, Connor Week, Kayli Hansen, Carleigh Lundquist, Gloria Guernsey, Aurora Linn, Simon Nelson, Sydney Skelton, Julia Schnell, Natalie Racine, Hannah Kinney, Madeline Pearson; (back row) Graci Bivens, Sedona Jones, Autumn Hansbarger,, Gracelynn DePyper, Abigail Pearson, Garrett Pearson, Kylee Forquer, Aly Montiel-Vite, Salena Bansemer, Haven Farr, Hannah Brase, Veerin Yimsmerjit, Maria Sousa and Agatta Buorb. (Photos by Taylor Owens) Ripley one of fastest freshmen at D3 Finals Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley freshman Ashton Ripley for the first of what he hopes to be asfew varsity cross country races in at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn Saturday. Ripley placed 73rd at the Division 3 Lower Peninsula Cross Country Finals, hitting the finish line in 17 minutes 29.1 seconds. He is the fourth Maple Valley boy to race in the cross country finals since 1984. “He certainly performed at his best against an incredibly competitive field,” Maple Valley varsity cross country coach Tiffany Blakely said. “He was a little disappointed to not go under 17 minutes, but ran with a maturity beyond his age. The course itself was very muddy in parts due to all the rain lately, so that slowed a lot of run­ ners down. “It will be amazing to watch his growth in seasons to come.” Maple Valley’s Ripley was the sixth fastest freshman in the D3 boys’ race. Another freshman, Benzie Central’s Hunter Jobes, took the championship in the race with a time or 15:45.0 - 28.9 seconds ahead of his nearest competitor. In what is typically one of, if not, the fastest races of the season only five of the 30 state medalists set new per­ sonal records. That group of five included Delton Kellogg junior Micah Ordway who cut his personal record time down to 16:47.8 to place 30th, Hanover-Horton was the Division 3 boys’ team cham­ pion, winning with 146 points. Calvin Christian was second with 183 points, ahead of Charlevoix 184, Traverse City St. Francis 200, Hart 202, St. Louis 231, Benzie Central 239, Harbor Springs 257, Caro 281 and Saugatuck 290 in the top ten. Stockbridge sophomore Aurora Linn, Carleigh Lundquist, Sydney Skelton are Rylee Tolson was the girls’ the Pink Ladies of Grease. champion in Division 3, fin­ ishing in 18:31.4. Only two medalists in the D3 girls’ race ran personal record times, a pair like Ordway pushed to that time by being right on the edge ofmedal contention. Hart won the D3 girls’ Eaton County to offer team championship with 77 three-year dog licenses in 2020 points, ahead of Sheperd 134, Barry County commissioners favor Calvin Christian 137, switch to four-year terms Traverse City St. Francis 176, Pewamo-Westphalia Pumpkin slime for good attendance 179, Ithaca 215, Benzie Lions fall to No. 1 in first district Central 234, Clare 256, St. Maple Valley freshman Ashton Ripley drives towards volleyball match Louis 276 and Covenant the finish line Saturday during the Division 3 Lower Christian 279 in the top ten. Peninsula Cross Country Finals at Michigan International In This Issue Speedway in Brooklyn. (Photo by Brett Bremer) �Page 2 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 9, 2019 Charlton Park Road closed indefinitely by Little Thornapple overflow, debris blocking culverts Greg Chandler Staff Writer It’s been a perpetual prob­ lem in the area of Charlton Park Road over the Little Thomapple River, between M-43 and Barnum Road in Carlton Township - water over the road. The road has been shut down multiple times this year, including again last week as debris has blocked the culverts in the river underneath the road, pre­ venting water from running through the culverts and instead ending up over the MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events November 2019 11 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC 13 Teen Leader Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Commission on Aging building 18 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office 19 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office 21 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center 21 Dairy Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Location TBD 23 BeefRate ofGain Weigh-in, 10 a.m.-noon, 3650 Fighter Rd., Hastings 25 Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting 28-29 Extension Office closed for Thanksgiving Day Holiday DFID Post 8260 and Happiness forUeterans Group f. will be providing a FREE Meal for all veterans with proofofservice (military ID card, VA card, DD214, etc.) Grilled Burgers, Hot Dogs, Side Dishes, Desserts Monday, Nou. 11,2019 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. UFUJ Post 8260 304 South State St., Nashuilie, Ml 49073 Guests with Veteran cost: $5.00 road surface, resulting in the Barry County Road Commission closing the road. “We’ve cleaned it out about 20 times this year,” Road Commission Operations Director Jake Welch said. “It’s been con­ stant. We’ve literally pulled out whole trees from in front of those culverts.” The road commission says it may have found a solution to the problem. The agency and Milbocker and Sons, an Allegan-based company that specializes in road and bridge projects, has put together a plan that would create a bypass on the north side of the culverts for the water to flow to, in hopes of reducing water levels. “They would put steel sheeting in, parallel to the road on the east side,” Welch said. “This is the only feasi­ ble option we’ve come up with that allows us to control the release of the water (through the culverts).” The road commission received word Thursday morning that the project had gained approval from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy. Work on the project is expected to begin Monday. The down side is that Charlton Park Road will remain shut down into next year. “With this option, there’s no way to reopen it (in the near future),” Welch said. The road commission already has plans to put in a new bridge next year to replace the five steel culverts — about 25 feet in length, total — that are currently underneath the road surface. The project has received funding through the state’s Critical Bridges Program, and the road commission has agreed to a 15 percent local match to the state grant much higher than the 5 per­ cent local match most road Annual MAPLE VALLEY COMMUNITY BUCK, POLEQ^i ?AT DUEY'S' CORNER, VERMONTVILLE OPENING DA1( NOVEMBER 15 I 5-9 P s This annual event continues to be the largest Buck Pole event in Eaton County. Prizes will be awarded to: ADULT DIVISION BUCK & YOUTH 16 AND UNDER First prize adult has choice of one of the following guns: Water flows over Charlton Park Road, north of Barnum Road, in Carlton Township, resulting from debris that is blocking the culverts underneath the road. The Barry County Road Commission is working on a solution to allow water to flow through the culverts after receiving approval for the plan from the state on Thursday. commissions provide to proj­ ects that receive critical bridge funding from the state. Last Friday, the Little Thornapple Intercounty Drain Board approved a $30,000 allocation to the Road Commission to assist the agency in culvert work on Charlton Park Road. The board consists of the drain commissioners from Barry, Kent and Ionia counties. Barry Drain Commissioner Jim Dull said some of the culvert obstruction issues contributing to the water overflowing the road could have been avoided. “We should have done this in the middle of summer when they did have the water down. We could have taken that crossing out,” Dull said. “We had a lot of discussions with the Road Commission but they didn’t want to close it because there’s a lot of travel in the summer, so we didn’t.” The road commission would like to install the new bridge over the Little Thomapple next spring, but that could be delayed depending on the spawning season for fish that are in the river, Welch said. During construction, motorists are asked to use the following detour M-43 to North Martin Road to Barnum Road to Charlton Park Road, Welch said. COA accepting senior citizen award nominations Highpoint Community Bank and the Barry County Commission on Aging are sponsoring the 21st annual “Senior Citizen of the Year” award. This award highlights the contributions made by per­ sons age 60 and older to civic and social life in Barry County. It focuses on the positive benefits of remain­ ing active while growing older. The award will be pre­ sented at the Barry County Commission on Aging’s annual Christmas Party Dec. 12 at the COA building in Hastings. The Senior Citizen of the Year will receive a free pro­ fessional portrait, courtesy of Highpoint Community Bank. “The Commission on Aging honors older adults every year through its Volunteer Recognition Program,” COA Director Tammy Pennington said. “This award offers a special chance for the community to single out that one special older person and present a token oftheir admiration and appreciation. There are other community awards, but this award specifically highlights the achievements and talents of our senior citizens.” Highpoint Community Bank, formerly Hastings City Bank, has co-sponsored the award since 2000, she said. Nominees for the 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 community. Examples could include the types of activities the nomi­ nee has been involved in, how his or her involvement has benefited the community, and the number of people who have been affected by those contributions. Nomination forms for the award are available at the Commission on Aging office and on the COA website, barrycounty.o r g. Nominations can be from individuals or groups. Past winners have includ­ ed 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 Gibson, Dr. Larry Blair, Lois Bremer, Donna Brown, Margaret Hollenbeck, Don and Jan Geukes; Jerry and Sandy Pattok, Keith Beebe, Charlie Pullen, and last year’s win­ ner, Betsy Johnson. Nominations should be sent to the Commission on Aging, 320 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings, 49058. All nominations must be received no later than 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3. 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Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com Any questions call Duey's at 517-726-0486 Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com • NEWSROOM • ___________ �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, November 9,2019 — Page 3 Eaton County to offer three-year dog licenses in 2020 In an effort to simplify dog licensing and alleviate wait­ ing lines, the Eaton County Treasurer’s office has announced a new, three-year dog licensing option to be available beginning January 1, 2020. One-year licenses will still be available at the option of the pet owner. Eaton County dog licens­ ing is also switching from a calendar year renewal to renewal dates based on the pet’s rabies vaccination date. To help dog owners transi­ tion to the new three-year license, all current license tags will be given amnesty in 2020, until the rabies vacci­ nation anniversary of the dog. For example, if a dog was vaccinated in May of 2019, the current 2019 dog license will be good through May 31,2020. A two-year, pro-rated license will also be offered in 2020 only, to help those with a one-year vaccination anni­ versary transition into a three-year license. No licenses will be issued in December in order to change over to the new, rolling renewal dates. A renewal notice will be mailed to licensed pet owners 30 days prior to the 2020 renewal date. Eaton County has also established new dog licens­ ing rates. The new fees will become effective January 1. The penalty for a delin­ quent license will be $20 in addition to the base license fee. A license will become delinquent after the last day in the month of the pet’s rabies vaccination anniversa- Special, Pro-rated Two-year License One-year License Female/Male $20 Three-Year License $40 $55 $30 $40 Spayed/Neutered $15 available at the treasurer’s office at 1045 Independence Blvd in Charlotte, at Charlotte Veterinary Hospital at 122 Lansing Street in Charlotte, Town and Country Animal Hospital at 3110 South Cochran in Charlotte, Snow Animal Clinic at 617 Michigan Street in Eaton Rapids, and Eaton County Humane Society at 129 North Main in Olivet. ry- Licenses for 2020 will be available online at the trea­ surer’s dog license website starting January 1 at http:// eatoncountydoglicenses-eatoncounty-org .3dcartstores. com/. A mail-in option is available by downloading the Dog License by Mail Form from the treasurer’s website at www.eatoncountytreasurer.org. Licenses will also be All tags will be mailed directly to pet owners from the treasurer’s office. Licenses will no longer be available at Eaton County Animal Control, or most township, village, or city offices. For complete information, go to www.eatoncountytreasurer.org. Barry County commissioners favor switchto four-year terms i* * 5 Wi 9*5.v,vUU •mJM b Jt^l Rebecca Pierce Editor A majority of Barry County commissioners sup­ port four-year, rather than two-year, terms for county commissioners in Michigan. The topic came up for con­ sideration at the Committee of the Whole meeting Tuesday in response to state legislation proposing the change. Several commis­ sioners pointed out that it takes time to learn the role of a county commissioner and two years is not enough time to accomplish that. In a 5-2 vote, Commissioners Vivian Conner, Howard Gibson, Dave Jackson, Dan Parker and Heather Wing supported the change. Ben Geiger and Jon Smelker opposed it, say­ ing constituents should have the ability to choose their county commissioner as fre­ quently as every two years if that is their preference. The resolution supporting passage of state legislation to adopt four-year terms for county commissioners will move for approval at the commissioners’ next full board meeting. In other business: Veterans Day Home Cookin' FREE COFFEE smith it I Iwirt ninktOhk E® taUBdlkfa ! /JacksJudy's\ With thepurchase ofa meal. Thanks for serving our countiy. 1/ Country \ ( Kettle ) Opening Day of Gun Season Cafe Fri., Nov 15 & Sat. Nov. 16 • 5:00 a.m. n aitaaispi. tevBtsMsi sjj is ||ii, ip Hrii 1 Smoked Chop *8.75 Steak & Eggs *10.75 Country Fried Steak *9.25 113 N. Main sitajaJwi.ta 517-852-9700 Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM HU 1(18, fe M & , jp Iffli. W W1®'' Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! AU served with 2 eggs, potatoes and toast • Marjorie Haas of the Barry Career Access Network gave a presentation to the board and requested a $5,000 contribution to support the network mission and goals. A recommendation for the con­ tribution, by Geiger and sup­ ported by Jackson, was approved for action at the next meeting. • Grant contracts for adult drug court, sobriety court, the Swift and Sure Sanctions Probation program for fiscal year 2020 were recommend­ ed for approval, with county Trial Court Administrator Ines Straube authorized to sign the contracts on behalf of the county. • Health plans for county employees will proceed to the regular board .meeting for approval, as recommended by the Barry County Healthcare Cost Containment Committee. • Public comment was offered by several members, many of them remarking on the community forum that took place Monday night: Elden Shellenbarger of Hastings suggested bond proposals be considered in lieu of using taxpayer money if funds are sought to build a new facility. Hastings Charter Township Supervisor Jim Brown thanked the commissioners for the public meeting and encouraged them to read the written comments from the public. Joel Ibbotson of Rutland Township comment­ ed on the faulty information provided at the meeting. Cathy Gramze of Hastings deplored the fail- ure to inform the public of county needs. And Al Graves acknowledged the tough decisions facing the commis­ sioners. Help and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, r family member or friend. WEEKLYTSRIEF SUPPORT GROUP Thursday’s 6:30 * 8:30 pm when: September 19 - December T9 where: Vermontville Bible Church 250 N. Main St., Vermontville, Ml In the Christian Activity Center CONTACT: Ardy Robotham 517-852-4001 Kathy Brood 517-231-4296 Diane Reglin 517-231-2414 ngi tirjtaW®’ a to** amW^iS X■ uteM* ^ in uteM X * al* * * X X’l*’l1*1 Ikl Local Church Schedule ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St, Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Sunday School.....................................10 a.m. Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship......................................... 11 Evening Worship.......................................... 6 Wednesday Family Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 930 a.m. Night Service................................ 6:45 p.m. Children’s Sunday School: 930 a.m. Phone: (517) 543-5488 Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 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 yNetf FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) (517) 726-0258 517-588-8415 10: 00 a.m............................... Church Service 11: 00 a.m........................................ Fellowship Wo matter who you are, or where you are on life’sjourney, you are welcome here." REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR Phone (269) 963-7710 PASTOR PEGGY BAKER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Sunday School..............................9:45 a.m. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sunday Service 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship............ ......... 11 girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose P.M. Worship............ .......... 6 MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. "Where Wednesday Evening: Everyone is Someone Special." information call 1-269-731-5194. Worship........................................................... 7 PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE 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 6043 E. M-79 Highway,' 4 miles west of Nashville MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship.' (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass :30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS Amission of St. Rose Catholic Church, (corner M-79 & Barryville Rd.) 8593 Cloverdale Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 8:30 a.m We seek to feed the hungry, -Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville ............. 10 ......... 11:15 . both spiritually and physically. . Mickey Cousino P.M. Service... ................. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY . Certified Lay Minister Sunday Evening Service ................... 6 p.m. Phone 616-765-5322 Wed. Evening Service... .............. 6:30 p.m. AWANA............................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. Sunday School A.M. Service... NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday School................ .............. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.............. ................11 a.m. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH Leadership Training P.M. Service 6p QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PASTOR GABE PRIDDY Wed. Service 7p M-79 West Sunday School 9:00 a.m. PASTOR DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE, Assistant Pastor Worship......................................... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR RICH MITTERLING e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR ERIC LAMPHERE, Youth Pastor 517-652-1580 517-231-3434 Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Sun. Praise & Worship 1030 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 630 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & For 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Contemporary Service, 301 Fuller St., Nashville Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI and many other activities. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES 517-852-2043 Worship............................................ 9:15 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: ............................ 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ..................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. 110 S. Main St, (Nursery Provided) Located on the comer of State and Washington streets PASTOR KAREN KINNEY Vermontville, Ml 49096 Sunday School........................... 10:30 a.m. ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS Worship Service.......................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............................ 11:00 a.m. 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Church Service.....................................9 a.m. NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service.................................................. 11 a (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. �Page 4 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, November 9,2019 A year after legalization, Michigan months away from retail sales Bridge Magazine Retail sales of recreational marijuana may still be months away and confined to select communities, even though Michigan began tak­ ing applications for business­ es on Friday. The Marijuana Regulatory Agency last week began accepting applications for what is expected to be a lucrative new industry. That’s more than a month ahead of a deadline estab­ lished in the adult-use mari­ juana law approved by voters in 2018. Exclusive Brands of Ann Arbor applied online at 12:17 a.m. Friday and got a pre-qualification notice 43 minutes later. The process takes little time for compa­ nies like Exclusive that already have been vetted to work in the state’s medical marijuana industry. “There’s still a lot ofques­ tion marks” about recreation­ al marijuana rules, “but I’m excited to learn all the answers and be part of the movement,” owner Omar Hishmeh told Bridge Magazine/ Exclusive operates as a “vertically integrated” medi­ cal marijuana business in Aon Arbor^^yvhere it is medicinal purposes,” Andrew Brisbo, director of the Michigan Marijuana Regulatory Agency, said Friday. “There’s not adequate sup­ ply in the regulated market to meet consumer demand right now.” Michigan’s new recreational marijuana law includes restrictions on who can apply. For the first two years, only certified medical marijuana businesses can qualify for most recreational license types, including large growing operations and retail stores. Additionally, more than 1 ,200 Michigan munici­ palities - two-thirds of the state’s 1,773 cities, town­ ships and villages - “opted out” of the law and prohibit recreational marijuana busi­ nesses. Officials in Detroit, the state’s largest city, are considering whether to tem­ porarily opt out next week. Those communities could still opt back in once officials see how the law is executed, said Robin Schneider, execufive director of the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association, who called the start of license applications a big day for the state. “Every time we come to one of these milestones it reminds us of all the work that it took to get here,” said Schneider, who also worked on the 2018 ballot campaign to make Michigan the 10th state nationwide to legalize pot'*-'’"“*~ Medical businesses that apply for recreational licens­ es right away should be allowed to legally operate even if their local govern­ ment later chooses to opt out of the law, said attor­ ney Denise Pollicella. She was working with several firms to submit appli­ cations on Friday and said the process went “very smoothly. licensed to grow up to 500 plants and operate a retail dispensary and a processing facility that supplies prod­ ucts to other medical shops around the state. Medical marijuana has been legal in Michigan since a 2008 ballot measure. “We’re doing great on the medical side,” Omar, said, noting he expects' state inspectors to visit Exclusive next week for the second step ofthe recreational appli­ cation process. Regulators must sign off on the actual building before awarding a full license. While applications are open, recreational retail sales are not expected to start statewide until February or March because the state is effectively asking growers across Michigan to start from scratch. Due to product supply shortages in the medical marijuana industry, the Michigan Regulatory Agency is not planning to allow plant or product transfers for rec­ reational sales. That means growers will have to plant new crops to obtain a recre­ ational license. “You definitely want to ensure that there’s access for patients using marijuana for PLEASE SHOP LOCAL THIS HOLIDAY SEASON! 207 N. Main St., Nashville • 517-852-0313 For your convenience, please use back entrance YOUR HOMETOWN PROJECT HEADQUARTERS! The World Leader In Specialty Building Products. “Innovation is our most valuable asset" PREMIUM GRADE w°°™E dwossy o oy*pf Hcaiitti • CLLC I J 100% WOOD VINYL SIDING PJarbor- CABINETS ARMSTRONG CEILI USG DRYWALL TILE OAK, PINE MOLDIN DRY MIX CRETE & SUPPLY PLYWOOD-LUMBER PRE-HUNG STEEL DOORS PLUMBING My SUPPLIES FIBERGLASS INSULATION 3JE1 Johns Manville THERMAITRU POORS BOOTS FOR THE FAMILY \ valspar 7tank* , . PRISTINE. But ongoing uncertainty Chesaning was prequalified er licenses but an unlimited about long-term rules and for a recreational marijuana number of processors and supply shortages means rec­ license at around 9:30 a.m. product testing facilities. reational sales will take “a Friday. The company is cur­ Orion Township in Oakland little bit longer to get going rently licensed as a Class C County won’t allow retailers than I think anybody was medical marijuana grower, or large-scale growers but anticipating,” Pollicella said. which allows it to cultivate will allow a limited number of other business types. “Michigan makes an art up to 1,500 plants. Timing of sales of recre­ Only licensed medical pot form out of reinventing the wheel, so it’s going to take a businesses can currently ational marijuana could apply for most recreational affect state and local tax rev­ minute, but we’ll get there.” The new law gives the license types, but anyone can enue this year. Consumers state 90 days to process facil­ apply to be a small grower or will pay the state’s 6 percent ity applications, but Brisbo microbusiness. The state is sales tax on any retail sales, expects his agency will begin also allowing open applica­ while retailers and micro­ to issue the first recreational tions for “designated con­ businesses will also pay a 10 marijuana licenses well sumption establishments,” percent excise tax on the sale before then, likely by the end safety compliance facilities price. Sales tax revenue primari­ and marijuana event organiz­ of November or December. ly supports the state’s School Most retailers, however, ers. will then have to wait for the Applicants must pay a Aid Fund. Excise tax reve­ first legal crop to mature, $6,000 fee that isn’t refund­ nue will be earmarked for which might take another able. Any company that wins road repairs, schools and three to five months. final approval will also need local governments that allow Michigan could have to pay a licensing fee before marijuana businesses. avoided the projected supply opening its doors. Local gov­ The nonpartisan Senate chain crunch by licensing ernments can also charge Fiscal Agency in 2018 pro­ recreational growers earlier, separate fees. jected recreational retail said Matthew Abel, a long­ Brisbo said some potential sales could eventually gener­ time pot activist and attorney applicants may be waiting to ate $262 million a year in at the Cannabis Counsel in see how local officials decide annual tax revenue for the Detroit. to treat marijuana businesses. state and local governments. “But that didn’t happen, so He noted that nine communi­ Smaller revenue is expected now they’re in the uncom­ ties approved local rules last in early years as the industry fortable position ofhaving to week, bringing the unofficial ramps up. take the medicine away from state tally up to 15. How fast the industry medical patients in order to “I think a number of oper­ grows in Michigan remains supply the recreational mar­ ators are waiting for that to be seen. ket, because the recreational piece to come online as well “What we do know is that market is so much larger,” before they submit their adults want to purchase can­ state-level application since nabis,” Abel said. “There’s Abel said. Ensuring a stable supply they only have 90 days to not a lack of demand.” for medical patients is “the complete the process,” right way to go” even if it Brisbo said. “I’d want to see delays recreational sales, he that the municipality is going said. to be able to authorize them Abel was also working as well.” with several clients to submit Local communities are not applications on Friday and required to “opt in” to the said the process was slowed recreational law, but several in some instances by delays have designed regulations in in tax status verification order to give certainty to through the Michigan local businesses. Treasury. Burton, a city in Genesee Offering complete Legal sales could start County, set up rules to allow WATER & WELL sooner at so-called micro­ all recreational marijuana DRILLING & PUMP businesses licensed to grow business types and will not up to 150 plants, process cap the number of licenses SALES & SERVICE them and sell them directly they will allow. Other com­ 4” TO 12” WELLS to adults. munities established more • Residential That’s because Michigan stringent restrictions. • Commercial will allow microbusiness Mount Pleasant, for • Farm owners who are also medical instance, will allow only a caregivers to sell marijuana handful of grower and retailWe stock a complete line of... they are already authorized • Pumps • Tanks to grow for patients - up to PUBLISHER’S • Plastic & Steel Pipe 72 plants - to recreational NOTICE: • Other Well Supplies customers. All real estate advertising in this newspaper is WE OWN OUR OWN subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan “If one of those gets EQUIPMENT & DO Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ licensed quickly and they’re gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or OUROWN WORK. discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, a caregiver, they can bring handicap, familial status, national origin, age or Richard Ewing plants in and may be close to marital status, or an intention, to make any such Owner preference, limitation or discrimination.'' Familial having retail sales very status includes children under the age of 18 living GRAVEL WELLS quickly,” Brisbo said. with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women A SPECIALTY and people securing custody of children under 18. As of 5 pjn. Friday, 34 This newspaper will not knowingly accept Estimates Available businesses had applied to be any advertising for real estate which is in viola­ prequalified for a recreation­ tion of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are al license. The state also available on an equal opportunity basis. To report received 18 applications for discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451 -2980. The HUD toll-free telephone num­ facility inspections, a pre­ ber for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. (517) 726-0088 condition to full licensure. 10076 0076 NASHVILLE NASHVILLE HWY. HW That’s a far cry from the 355 VERMONTVILLE licensed medical marijuana Now accepting businesses in the state. MasterCard & Visa Country Boy Farms of EWING WELL DRILLING INC. RugDodor SUPPLIES & RENTAL — Don't Have What You Want? We will be glad two voirwdemr nit fiuoir you! HOMETOWN] ; Monday thru Saturday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm LUMBER & HARDWARE 3 219 S. 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Students and the staff members who were slimed with a bucket of pumpkin guts. Pictured are (from left): Principal Cindy Trebian, Kaitlyn Garlinger, Coletin Wright and superintendent Katherine Bertolini, ascending Principal Trent Harvey and Cayden Burpee, along with teacher Matt Powers and Kaiden Meyers. way to reward them. Students were entered a raffle for the chance to be the ones to drop Kaiden Meyers drops pumpkin guts on to teacher Matt pumpkin goo on the admin­ Powers. istrators. >>Wt)lt Lions fall to No. 1 in first district volleyball match Top ranked Schoolcraft, the defending Division 3 State Champions, didn’t miss a beat in beating Delton Kellogg, Maple Valley and Kalamazoo Christian in the first three rounds ofthe 2019 MHSAA State Volleyball Tournament at Kalamazoo Christian High School this week. The Eagles ended one of the best seasons ever by the Maple Valley varsity volley­ ball team in the Division 3 District Semifinals Wednesday evening, out­ scoring the Lions 25-10, 25-11, 25-15 in three sets. That Eagle win was sand­ wiched around three set-vic­ tories over the Delton Kellogg girls Monday in the district quarterfinals and a 3-0 win over the thirdranked Kalamazoo Christian Comets in the district final Thursday. The Lions end the season with a 35-13-3 record over- all. Junior outside hitter Keilyn Carpenter had a team-high 12 kills in the district semifinal for the Lions. Josey Terpening had two kills to go along with six digs. Lion junior setter Trista Medina put up 14 assists. Olivia Roush had 15 digs for the Lions, Medina nine and Lexi Booher five. Carpenter added four digs. FREE CONCERT Hastings Performing Arts Center GREASE, continued from page 5 ohn Varineau, Conductor Carter Carpenter, Ben Benedict, Connor Week, Josiah Johnson and Corbin Hasselback rehearse for Grease. DOUGLAS A. & MARGARET E. speed up and be ready in time for the first show, Linn said. “It’s not just a group of strangers on stage, it’s a group of friends,” Kali Hansen said. Shows are at 7 p.m. this Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and at 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. General admission is $10 and admission for seniors and students is $5. Reservations can be made at mvtheater@yahoo.com. 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Pictured are Eric Terpening, Danny Kellogg, Edith Clark and Amy being checks, 17 domestic disputes, 13 domestic dis­ Howard. putes, 25 shoplifting com­ plaints, 24 larcenies, three operating while impaired incidents, 13 property dam­ age crashes, 42 suspicious Buy Online: What You Need to Purchase Online: (new licenses and renewals) Proof of valid rabies vaccination and proof of spay or neuter (if applicable) must be uploaded to make an online purchase. Photos of documents from mobile phones will be accepted. Purchase Online! New or renewal dog licenses can now be purchased online at the Eaton County Treasurer s website. www.eatoncountytreasurer.org • The Eaton County Treasurer's dog license website listed below. 24 hours daily. • The Eaton County Treasurers office at 1045 Independence Blvd in Charlotte from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm daily. • Eaton County Humane Society at 129 N. Main in Olivet New Tor 2020! An Eaton County dog license is required for all dogs far months or older. Lcensng provides good pet identification, ensures dogs are vaccinated for rabies, and proves you are its owner Licensing Will switch from a calendar year renewal to a renewal date based on your pet’s rabies vaccination date in 2020. All 2019 licenses will be given amnesty until the rabies vaccination dale of the dog in 2020. For example, if a dog was vaccinated in May of 2019. the current 2019 dog license will not expire until May 31. 2020. The purchase of 2020 licenses Will not begin until January 1.2020. There will be ho new licenses issued in December 2019. A renewal notice Will be mailed to licensed pet owners 30 days prior to their 2020 renewal date. To purchase a three-year license a valid rabies vaccination mubt be good for three years. A 2019 license 77^ will not. become delinquent until the last day of the month in which the rabies vaccination expires. / The following license fees will become effective January 1,2020. 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CALL 1-800-285-5675 Use Invitation Code: 92219 Si Si s 5s Sk J’S x x VS’ V X X X X X N ' vv �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, November 9,2019 — Page 7 Health insurance enrollment now open Open enrollment for the Michigan Health Insurance Marketplace began Nov. 1 with a deadline of Dec. 15. The Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services is encouraging con­ sumers interested in purchas­ ing health insurance to sign into Healthcare.gov to shop for 2020 plans. The good news, according to a DFIS press release, is Michigan consumers have some of the largest number of companies to choose from among all Healthcare.gov states, and rates have either dropped for many plans or risen only modestly. Help is available at DIFS to help consumers be better informed of their options. “Consumers in search of insurance options have a significant number of plans through Michigan’s Health Insurance Marketplace to meet the needs of their fami­ lies,” DIFS Director Anita G. Fox said. “DIFS is available to assist consumers in mak­ ing these selections.” The DIFS Health Insurance Consumer Assistance Program’s website, michigan.gov/HICAP, contains information on the Marketplace and the Affordable Care Act. Consumers who wish to speak to someone about their questions or concerns may call 877-999-6442. Depending on income, income tax credits are avail­ able for plans on the market­ place. The credits can be used used to to lower lower premiums premiums immediately. Those consum­ ers who chose a Silver plan may also qualify for reduced deductibles and copays. “Michiganders can shop on Healthcare.gov, without obligation, to price plans and see what tax and other sav­ ings may help make coverage more affordable,” Fox said. Healthcare.gov does not require consumers to fill out an application to receive a personalized estimate. During Open Enrollment, consumers may purchase health insurance through the marketplace, a licensed insurance agent, an assister or navigator, or directly from a health insurance company. DIFS recently completed the review of health insur- Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Nov. 11 Veteran’s Day. All Sites Closed. No Meal Delivery. Tuesday, Nov. 12 Turkey meatloaf, mashed potatoes & gravy, mixed vegetables, orange. Wednesday, Nov. 13 Vegetarian lasagna, tossed salad, Texas toast, fruited jello. Thursday, Nov. 14 Swiss steak, mashed red potatoes & gravy, baby Brussels sprouts, banana. Friday, Nov. 15 Lemon herb chicken, sweet potatoes, broccoli, dinner roll, grapes. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Nov. 11 Veteran’s Day. All Sites Closed. No Meal Delivery. Tuesday, Nov. 12 Turkey pasta salad, grape tomatoes, diced peaches, club crackers. Wednesday, Nov. 13 Asian chicken salad (nuts) From the Pulpit Trust and Wait Pastor Joe Benedict Vermontville Bible Church When God closes doors we have to trust that He has another plan for us. A familiar passage from Acts 16:6-10 talks about the way that God leads. Paul and his compan­ ions were travelling as partners in the Gospel, sharing the good news of the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, for our sins. As they were travelling from place to place they actually came to several areas they thought could be the perfect place to settle down and minister. They were not permitted to preach the Gospel in all of Asia. No big deal to be told no once, right? They were prevented again at Bithynia. Passing by all the closed ave­ nues, they then came to a place called Troas, and were immediately given their assignment, leave and go to Macedonia. Everywhere we go there are people around us in need of help. There are always needs anywhere and everywhere. The lacking component tends to be individuals who are ready and willing to be helped. God closes doors ofpassion in our lives arid calls us to be willing to wait, willing to use our resources, and willing to change our mindset. God does not want us to be occupied with just any ministry. God wants us to be doing the exact best thing that He has planned for us. We do not have a problem filling our time, do we? Are we filling our time with the very best that God wants from us? If not', why not? Sometimes we are told to wait on ministries that we believe we were placed here to do. Paul and his companions went to Macedonia and while they were there in the city of Philippi their message was responded to with excitement. When God calls us to min­ istry after doors have been closed, he is not always calling us to the safest ministry. Paul and Silas were dragged, beaten with rods, and thrown into prison. No cell could lock up the effectiveness of the ministry that God had called them to fulfill. The jailer ended up understanding who Jesus Christ was, accepting His identity as the Son of God, and trusting in Christ alone to save. The next time that you are seeing obstacles in your life, trust and wait for God to accomplish something supernatu­ ral in your life. macaroni salad, fruited jello. Thursday, Nov. 14 Chicken salad, sandwich thin, garbanzo bean salad, mandarin oranges. Friday, Nov. 15 Taco salad, Mexican bean & rice salad, pineapple, salsa. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Nov. 11 Veteran’s Day. All Sites Closed. No Meal Delivery. Tuesday, Nov. 12 Turkey meatloaf, mashed potatoes & gravy, mixed vegetables, orange. Wednesday, Nov. 13 Chicken tenders, roasted red potatoes, com, mixed fruit cup. Thursday, Nov. 14 Swiss steak, gravy, mashed red potatoes, seasoned baby Brussels sprouts, banana. Friday, Nov. 15 Lemon herb chicken, sweet potatoes, broccoli, dinner roll, grapes. Activities Calendar Monday, Nov. 11 - COA Closed. Veteran’s Day. Tuesday, Nov. 12 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 am.; Know Your Neighbor Event 9-11 am.; Move for Bal. PD 12:15 pm Train Your Brain 1 pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Wednesday, Nov. 13 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 am.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 am.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 am.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 pm.; Parkinson’s Support 5 pm. Woodland: Card Games. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Thursday, Nov, 14 Hastings: Line Dancing 9: 30 am.; Music with Celia 10: 30 am.; Moving for Bal. PD 12:15; Sr. Zumba 5:30 pm. . Delton: Puzzles/ Trivia; Walking' 11 am.-l pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am.; TV Time. Friday, Nov. 15 Hastings: Exercise 9 am.; Bingo 9:30 am.; Iron Rails 10:30 am. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. ance ance rate rate cha charrnnnnggrree req reqaauests uests for for the individual and small group markets. The average changes a consumer will see is a decrease of2.5 percent in the individual market and an increase of 3.8 percent in the small group market. The final approved Rate Change Request Charts are available online. Nine insurance companies are in the Michigan market, with some counties having up to 80 plans available to consumers. Since 2017, Michigan has had the largest number of companies per county among all Healthcare, gov states. Over 96 percent of current enrollees have 3 or more companies available. The current list of insurers offering plans on the Marketplace includes Blue Care Network, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, McLaren Health Plan Community, Meridian Health Plan of Michigan Inc., Molina Healthcare of Michigan, Oscar Insurance Company, Physicians Health Plan, Priority Health and Total Health Care USA. More information about DIFS or services provided can be found at michigan. gov/DIFS. Antenna Men*^t Digital TV Antennas Cell Phone Boosters 517.040.0439 TV ANTENNA & TOWER INSTALLATION REPAIR & REMOVAL eantennamen.com Business Services Community Notice GUTTER LEAF GUARD: We GRIEF SUPPORT. SURVIV­ ING THE HOLIDAYS. install several styles of leaf protection for your gutter & downspout system, one for every problem & budget. Before you sign a high priced con­ tract with the big city firms, get a price from us. We've served this area since 1959. BLE AM E AVESTROUG HING (269)945-0004. BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING SEAMLESS gutter. 50 colors, free estimates. 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Sixberry chosen as Nashville police chief Amanda Rodriguez appointed treasurer Taylor Owens chosen by the village police Staff Writer committee, which included The Nashville Village Nashville Village President Council voted to appoint Mike Kenyon, trustee Henry Jason Sixberry as Nashville Felder and trustee Johnny police chief Thursday. Hartwell. The group also Sixberry has been with the included Barry County Barry County Sheriff’s Sheriff Dar Leaf, Lake Office for nearly 30 years, Odessa Police Chief Kendra where he currently serves as Backing and Calhoun County a sergeant. He plans to offi­ Undersheriff Timothy Hurtt. cially begin in Nashville in Trustee Gary White made the next few weeks. the motion to appoint “It’s a new venture for me, Sixberry to the position. but I’m ready to take on the “He’s a quality individu­ task,” Sixberry said. al,” White said. The motion, “It was a very trying thing seconded by Tanett Hodge, to bring forth for me to do was approved by all mem­ this, because I’ve been with bers who were present. the sheriff’s office for not Trustee Steve Priddy was quite 29 and a halfyears, and absent. I love them over there.” “Hopefully, we can get But Sixberry said he had some really good community many conversations with his relationships going with the wife on whether he was public,” Sixberry said. “We ready for- a change, and he are there to support them. decided to take the job. He “If we do ourjob right, we has family members who shouldn’t have any prob­ grew up in the area, and he lems. Yes, there will be some said he only lives about disgruntled people because seven miles outside of town. we give them a ticket... But “This area is a great place they won’t necessarily be to live,” Sixberry said. “It’s a upset at the person, it will great place to bring your just be the uniform, because family up.” we are doing what we are He was one of five candi­ supposed to be doing.” dates interviewed by a group Hartwell pointed out that Jason Sixberry speaks before the Nashville Village Council after he was appointed chief of police. Outgoing treasurer Kayce Nelson (right) swears in new treasurer Amanda Rodriguez. Sixberry is taking a cut in wages and vacation time to accept the position. White asked if the village would be able to consider raising that for Sixberry, and Kenyon said the police committee would look into it. In other action, the council unanimously appointed Amanda Rodriguez as the village treasurer during a special meeting Tuesday. The meeting was called to ensure Rodriguez has addi­ tional time to train under outgoing treasurer Kayce Nelson, who is leaving for personal reasons at an unde­ cided date. Rodriguez has done accounting work for Viking Manufacturing and the Orthopedic Associates of Michigan. Also during the meeting Thursday a motion to cen­ sure White failed. meeting, the council’s agen­ da listed two items to discuss Two complaints had been the censure, but the council leveled against White from voted to remove one. Kenyon two village employees. At said the village’s legal counthe last regular meeting, the sel recommended the council village council held a closed not comment on the censure. session to discuss the com­ Kenyon also read a letter plaints, the details of which from Bonnie White defend­ were not disclosed. ing Gary White’s actions and At that meeting, the vil­ recommending the council lage legal counsel was asked look at their own actions to draw up a document of before censuring him. censure, with White as the One ofthe complainants is only dissenting vote. At the start of Thursday’s See NASHVILLE, pg. 4 Villanueva steps down from fire committee Luke Froncheck Contributing Writer Vermontville Village Council Trustee Sue Villanueva has stepped down from the Vermontville Township fire committee. Her resignation came after Fire Chief Jeff Wetzel told the council of an alleged threat made by Villanueva against Wetzel. Her resignation from the committee was announced during the village council meeting Thursday evening. Villanueva, who did not attend the meeting, has informed the council she will be absent from several vil­ lage council meetings because ofhealth concerns. Village President Jason Sheridan said he is not yet sure if he will appoint some­ one to the committee or if he would fill the vacancy him­ self. In her absence, Villanueva’s committee posi­ tions have been reassigned. Trustee Kim Kenyon has been named chair of the health and safety committee. Trustee Becky Austin will serve on the personnel com­ mittee. Sheridan will serve on the ordinance committee. Trustee Ira Flowers will fill the pro tempore post, which requires Flowers to serve as board president if Sheridan is absent. In other action Thursday, the board approved: • Allocation of up to $3,700 toward a bill for recent repairs to the village’s Nashville man injured in fatal crash A 20-year-old Nashville man sustained serious inju­ ries in a head-on two-vehicle crash that took the life of a Hastings woman Wednesday morning. The collision occurred at 9:15 a.m. on West State Road near Grange Road, between Hastings and Middleville, according to the Michigan State Police. Cassandra Leeann Simmons, 27, was pronounced dead at the scene, police said. The Nashvilleman was taken to Metro Hospital in Kent County. He underwent surgery and, as of Thursday, was recovering in stable con­ dition, troopers said. Initial investigation showed that Simmons appeared to have crossed the centerline. Neither driver was wearing a seatbelt. Troopers said they do not believe alcohol or drugs con­ tributed to the crash. State police accident investigators were called to the scene, and the crash remains under investigation. Barry County Sheriff’s Office, Thomapple Township Emergency Services Fire & Rescue, and the Barry County Road Commission provided assistance at the scene. Three killed in M-79 crash Taylor Owens Staff Writer Three members of the Mears family were killed in a two-vehicle crash on Lawrence Highway (M-79) near Lacey Lake Road at 7:56 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11. Eaton County sheriff’s deputies arrived to find 57-year-old Duane Mears, 64-year-old Sharon Mears and 81 -year-old Sylvia-Mears dead at the scene in one of the vehicles. All three were from the Charlotte area. The driver of the second car, a 30-year-old woman from the Vermontville area, was transported to a local hospital with non-life threat­ ening injuries. Police said they believe poor road conditions were a factor in the crash, but it remains under,investigation. plow. • Its annual gift to employ­ ees of holiday hams or tur­ keys. • The 2020 village budget, which holds the annual mill­ age rate at 14.2817. • A recommendation to open checking, savings, and/ or other certificate of deposit accounts when necessary with MSU Credit Union. Treasurer Jody Franklin, Clerk Kathy Joppie and Sheridan are all named as signers on all accounts. • A recommendation to file a'notice of intent for federal assistance with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development and Rural Utilities service. • Two resolutions approv­ ing the w.ater system and wastewater system rates dis­ cussed at a prior board meet­ ing. • Named resident Margaret McDiarmid to the village’s planning commission. • Learned that Santa will be paying a visit to Vermontville on Saturday, Dec. 6. In This Issue... Valley students honor veterans Spiritual Care and Maple Valley Schools celebrate collaboration FFA returns from National Convention Maple Valley students spend day at state Capitol �Page 2 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 16,2019 Always making the district better Dr. Katherine Bertolini Superintendent November is flying by. I like to concentrate on grati­ tude this month. There is so much for us to be thankful for. I am thankful for the phe­ nomenal Maple Valley staff. Lately, we have been working at the county level to proactively prepare for the changes in our continuous improvement process as a school district. One of the ways we are going to be reporting our ongoing efforts to improve our work is in reporting on the needs of the whole child. This includes many facets of wellness beyond the traditional focus on academic learning. As I am learning more about what this might look like, I am pleased to report we are already addressing many ofthese needs and sim­ ply need to gather the infor­ mation in a central location. The data piece of that is not what I want to share here. Data has its place, and it drives much of what we do, but the things we remember and celebrate are the stories. Today, I welcome my co-author Hillary Leatherman to share a story from her practice in Maplewood Elementary. A small effort on a teacher’s part can have a huge impact on a child. Join me in being thankful for teachers who focus on the social and emotional climate oftheir schools. Hillary Leatherman Special Education Teacher I have a “Needs Jar” in my sixth-grade homeroom. Each morning I pass out slips of paper while students are watching a morning motiva­ tional video (right now they are working through, “The Kindness Diaries,” super good.). If they have a need for something that is hindering their education here at school, they write it down on the slip. Everyone gets a slip so that no one has to feel awkward filling it out. Ifthey don’t have a need that day, they can turn it back in blank, draw a picture, tell me I’m fabulous, whatever. I have had one student tell me every day for three weeks now that JfEnHu NASHVILLE 66 r Hair • Nails • Tanning BUSINESS DISTRICT When You Buy from a small business, an actual person does a happy dance! PLEASE SHOP LOCAL THIS HOLIDAY SEASON! 207 N. Main St., Nashville • 517-852-0313 For your convenience, please use back entrance he wants a puppy. Everyone puts their slip in the jar on their way out every day. On my lunch break, I go through them and sort out the ones with actual needs that I need to address. I make a point to find those students to discuss their needs with them and how we can get them taken care of. I have fulfilled things like colored pencils for projects, marker loans, new pencils, talked to teach­ ers for a student who needed more time and a quieter loca­ tion to do tests but was too shy to ask, and even hooked one student up with the superintendent to discuss stu­ dent climate at Maplewood. I love this idea because it creates a safe way for stu­ dents to tell an adult what they need, without feeling weird about it. It has also created a much more mean­ ingful relationship between The World Leader in Specialty Building Products. “Innovation is our most valuable asset" wrCEoLLLEEFTiuJs EL ERoaoso*ypH£iieETa<t 100% WOOD VINYL SIDING CABINETS USGDRYWALL OAK, PINE MOLDIN PLYWOOD- LUMBER PRE-HUNG STEEL DOORS PLUMBING V SUPPLIES FIBERGLASS INSULATION H1SIJohns Manville 1HERMABTRU" DOORS BOOTS FOR THE FAMILY Visitors can create season­ al decorations at Putnam District Library in Nashville this month. With various craft projects available, this event is expected to inspire a fes­ tive spirit. Two dates are available: 5-7 pan. Thursday, Noy. 21; and 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 23. Pre-registration is required and may be complet­ ed by calling 517-852-9723 or visiting the library. Technology assistance continues from 11 a.m. to noon Monday, Nov. 18. Library staffwill be available to guide those who are inter- ARMSTRONG CEIUN TILE DRY MIX CRETE Come home to quality. Andersen. PAINTS '* valspar 7 L J*RSTX J & RENTAL VISA Hopan> TANKS FILLED HERE Don't Have What You Want? We will be glad to order it for you! lHOMETOW LUMBER & HARDWARE HARDWAR 219 S. State in Nashville • 852-0882 www.HometownLumber.com ested in improving technolo­ gy skills. Sue Pufpaffwill help craft­ ers make homemade baskets from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20. Using kraft paper, darning needles, glue and thread, Pufpaff will guide participants in making minia­ ture baskets. The baskets can be used as ornaments, packaging for a gift or as a decoration. Pre-registration is required. More information is available by emailing assistant director of programming Sydney Khouri, skhouri@ putnamlib.org. School board meeting rescheduled The Maple Valley Board of Education meeting has been rescheduled from this past Monday, to Monday, Nov. 18, due to weather. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. at Maplewood School. McKelveys celebrated 70th wedding anniversary Ted and Clara McKelvey celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on Nov. 10, 2019 at Woodlawn Meadows Retire-ment Village with family. Cards can be sent to them at 5050 E. Maple Grove Road, Hastings, MI 49058. Business Services Community Notice BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING SEAMLESS gutter. 50 colors, free estimates. Since 1959 (269)945-0004. www.bleameaves.com GRIEF RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP. Vermontville Bible Church. Every Thursday from 6:30­ 8:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Group settings are helpful; Grief can be lonesome. Ques­ tions, call Ardy Robotham 517-852-4001 GRIEF SUPPORT. SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS. Reduce stress, minimize loneliness, M discover a "healthy approach to the holiday season after the death of a loved one. November 17th, 2019 at 1:30pm. Vermontville Bible Church Questions call Ardy Robotham 517-852-4001 BUYING ALL HARD­ WOODS: Walnut, White Oak, Tulip Poplar. Call for pricing. Will buy single Wal­ nut frees. Insured, liability & workman's comp. Fetterley Logging, (269)818-7793. GUTTER LEAF GUARD: We install several styles of leafprotection for your gutter & downspout system, one for every problem & budget. Before you sign a high priced contract with the big city firms, get a price from us. We've served this area since 1959. BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING (269)945-0004. “Invite us in. We9ll bring RESULTS!99 Sally Magoon, Associate Broker 269-986-5737 smagoonrealestate@gmail.com Weichert ■NeHNHUBKHMI Emerald Properties Each office independentlynnned and operated. 111N. Bostwick Avenue Charlotte, Ml 48813 www.weichertemerald.com Office: (517) 543-7363 NOW SERVING RugDodor SUPPLIES This weekend the musical “Grease” will be staged at the high school. I encourage you to come out and see it. There are many messages in this musical beyond the toe-tapping oe-appng tunes, unes, an and I am grateful that our director, Julie Nelson, has taken on many of those topics as learning opportunities for our students to understand a different era, different roles and the influence ofpeer pressure as teachable moments in her practice with our students. We teach and learn in our extracurricular efforts as much as we do in the class­ room. Break a leg, Mrs. Nelson and the cast and crew of “Grease.' Putnam library offering holiday crafting YOUR HOMETOWN PROJECT HEADQUARTERS? PREMIUM GRADE myself and my students. It’s just one more way we are striving to cultivate an atmo­ sphere of love here at Maplewood. Monday thru Saturday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm NASHVILLE & VERMONTVILL Fiber - Voice - Data High Speed Internet �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 16, 2019 — Page 3 Sign up by Nov. 27 for Help for the Holidays HH Hein e lipn for e ffoorr tkiA ttkhiAe HHrJirloi/c HroJliirdloaiy/cs, o a program coordinated by Barry County Cares, helps those in need at Christmas time. Through this program, families connect with churches, organizations, businesses and individuals who provide help, such as fArxzl f A r xz l f o o d for a family or toys for children. The deadline to sign up is Nov. 27. Eligibility guide­ lines must be met. Locations for sign-up include: Hastings - Barry County Cares, 231 S. Broadway, Room 108, from 9 a.m. to 1 -i • • » p.m. >< >M<onday t-ihroug•h Fri• d» ay or call 269-948-9555. Delton District Library — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday; and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, or call 269­ 623-8040. Nashville clerk’s office — 9 — — ' a.m. to _5 p.m. __Monday through Friday (closed Wednesday and Friday between noon and 1 pm.), or call 517-852-9544. Freeport District Library — 1 to 8 p.m. Monday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and Friday; 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday or call 616­ 765-5181. Those who wish to “adopt” a family for the holidays may call Barry County Cares, 269-948-9555. More information is avail­ able from director Tina Horrigan at the number above or via email to barrycountycares @y ahoo .com. Call 269-945*9554 for Maple Valiev News ads friendly personal service you can trust HOMETOWN: maple valley pharmacy 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852*0882 Monday-Saturday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm www.hometownlumbermi.com Jack & Judy s Country Kettle Cafe 113 N. Main, Nashville (517) 852-9700 HOURS: Open 7 Days 6am to 8pm “Bojob mt know thatyou are Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! the temple ofGod and that the Spirit ofGod dwells inyouF 1 Corinthians 3:16 NKJV ■ WOLEVER’S Real Estate Elsie E. Wolever Broker Res. (517) 726-0376 Local Chunk Schedule 135 Washington P.O. Box 95 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St, Nashville Sunday School................................ 1 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.............................................. 11 Evening Worship........................................ 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................................ 7 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship...................................... 11 .Evening Worship 6 .Wednesday Family Night Service.............................. 6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 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. BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Phone: (517) 543-5488 110 S. Main SL, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517)726-0258 10: 00 a.m............................ Church Service 11: 00 a.m...................................... Fellowship REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller SL, Nashville Sunday School............................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship............ P.M. Worship............ FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE "No matter who you are, or where you are on life'sjourney, you are welcome here. ’ Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (269) 963-7710 PASTOR PEGGY BAKER 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. . PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM (Nursery Provided) A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 e are sometimes capable ofdoing things that, realistically, we shouldn’t be able to do. Stories ofpeople lifting cars offofpeople trapped underneath otherwise going beyond the limits ofhuman ability or endurance are well-documented. The phenomenon of “second wind” is known to every endurance athlete, where seemingly out ofnowhere, an untapped reserve ofenergy becomes available, and the athlete who was slowing down now has a burst ofenergy. There are also times when itjust feels as if we are possessed by some external (or perhaps internal) force. Athletes and actors can be so lost in their performance that they are scarcely aware ofwhat they are doing,just as writers sometimes say they feel that some outside force is directing their thoughts. The word “enthusiasm” is interesting in this regard; its origin is the Greek word “entheos,” meaning possessed, or literally, having a god within us. When we are enthusiastic, it is as if there is a god or spirit within us. Most religions have some notion that God has breathed His spirit into us. Christianity makes much ofthis notion, and it is worth reflecting on the myriad ways in which the God within us affects our lives, allowing us to do things which we would otherwise be incapable of, or in our conscience, which is the voice ofGod within us, or simply by inspiring us to live a more spirit-filled life. -Christopher Simon Proud member of the NASHVILLE mon-fri 9-6 • sat 9-2 219 n. main • nashville 517.852.0845 Business district Like us on n & EMBROIDERY 117 N. Main Street 517-852-9207 Lori & Phares Courtney, owners courtsideinc.com HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHURCHES... ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! Call (269) 945-9554 Askfor our Sales Dept. Church Service......................... ........ 9 a.m. Sunday School......................... .10:30 a.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES Nwp The God Within Us LUMBER & HARDWARE 11 a.m. ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship............................................... 7 p.m. PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR GABE PRIDDY PASTOR DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship......................................... 9:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-588-8415 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: ........................... 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .................... 1130 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 795-2370 or RL Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK Worship Service......................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............................ 1130a.m. PASTOR KAREN KINNEY 517-852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday Worship............................. 8:30 a.m (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 We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School.............................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service............................................... 11 a P.M. Service................................................ 6 p Wed. Service.............................................. 7 p PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE. Assistant Pastor PASTOR ERIC LAMPHERE, Youth Pastor QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Worship ....................................... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass............................. 930 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS 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 Sunday Evening Service.................. 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.............. 6:30 p.m. AWANA............................ 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. PASTOR RICH MITTERLING 517-231-3434 �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, November 16, 2019 NASHVILLE, continued from page 1 village Clerk Lynette Adgate, who was not at the meeting Thursday, or the special meeting Tuesday. Kenyon said White would not be able to vote on the censure, but he would be able to participate in the discus­ sion. Hodge said she did not agree with a section of the censure which would remove White from all committees. The only committee White is a member of is the parks and recreation committee; Hodge is the chairwoman of that committee. She said it would not be beneficial to White or the village to remove him from the committee. Hartwell said he disagreed because Director of Public Works Scott Decker told him White was interfering with the village’s attempts to obtain grants. White said he did not know what Decker had been referring to, and that Decker had not brought up the issue with him. Decker was not at the meeting. “If you feel our employ­ ees’ complaints are sincere and valid, if we don’t act on some, if not all of this, what are we telling those people?” Kenyon asked. Hartwell pointed out one of the employees had not returned to work since mak­ ing the complaint about White. “Are there witnesses to this?” trustee Page Headley asked. “It sounds like a he said, she said. It feels like high school.” Kenyon said those are the kind of questions that should have been addressed in the closed session. Hartwell pointed out one ofthe complainants said they can’t deal with White on a day-to-day basis. “Because I have business across the road I’m day to day?” White asked. He owns Green Light Driving School, which is across the street from the Nashville Village Office. “Maybe somebody is cre­ ating the problems for me,” DOBBIN'S ACDetco ~ COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE CENTER Now offering factory dealer com­ puter programing for Our Diagnostic Computer Software ft* Compatible With All Make* & Model* 945-0191 JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE, INC. White said. Felder said the village needs to make a decision or the issues will continue, and moved to take action on the censure. Hartwell seconded the motion. Kenyon asked if there was any other discussion from the council. “Yeah, I got a couple of things,” White said. “You folks ever seen a Barry County Sheriff’s incident report, an investigation report? I have a couple of them here.” White read from a report of an investigation by the Barry County Sheriff’s Office concluding that the Nashville Village Council had violated the Open Meetings Act. “What’s the date on these documents, Gary?” Kenyon asked. “2012,” White responded. “2012? Seven years ago? OK, Gary, we’re done, any other discussion?” Kenyon asked. Hearing no further discussion, Kenyon asked for a roll call vote. The action required a majority of the council, four votes, to pass. Felder, Hartwell and Kenyon voted for the cen­ sure, while Hodge and Headley voted against. With trustee Priddy absent, and White forced to abstain, the motion failed, 3-2. 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE Breakfast with Santa A fundraiser benefiting Maple Valley DECA Tickets (per person): Maple Valley High School $10 Pre-sale Cafeteria $12 at the door December 1,2019 8-11 am $3 Pre-sale pictures Part of the proceeds will Face Painting $l-$5 benefit Alzheimer's research. Depending on size PRE-SALE TICKETS ADDRESS: Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menn and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Nov. 18 Roast pork w/gravy, sweet potatoes, Southern green beans, whole grain roll, apple Tuesday, Nov. 19 Salisbury steak, baked potato, carrots, whole grain roll, orange. Wednesday, Nov. 20 Baked pollock, brown & wild rice, roasted red potatoes, seasoned green beans, banana. Thursday, Nov. 21 Chili, baked potato bar, tossed salad, crackers, pineapple. Friday, Nov. 22 Chicken cordon bleu, mashed red potatoes, Prince Charles blend vegetables, ambrosia. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Nov. 18 Sliced turkey & Swiss cheese, sandwich thin, potato salad, Mandarin oranges. Tuesday, Nov. 19 Chicken pasta salad, broccoli cranberry salad, pineapple, club crackers. Wednesday, Nov. 20 Chicken Caesar salad, Italian pasta salad, grapes. Thursday, Nov. 21 Tuna salad, sandwich thin, pickled beets, diced peaches. Friday, Nov. 22 Chef salad, macaroni salad, fruited jello. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Nov. 18 Roast pork w/gravy, sweet potatoes, seasoned green beans, whole grain roll, applesauce. Tuesday, Nov. 19 From the Pulpit Gratitude for generosity Pastor Glenn J. Branham Nashville Assembly ofGod Matthew 20:1-16: “But he answered one of them, ‘Friend, I am not being unfair to you. Didn’t you agree to work for a denarius? Take your pay and go. I want to give the man who was hired last the same as I gave you. Don’t I have the right to do what I want with my own money? Or are you envious because I am generous?”’ Day-workers lined up to receive their wages. Some had worked 12 hours; some nine, six or three; and some had only worked one hour. At the end of the day, the owner had his foreman pay those hired last and work his way through to those first hired. The hired first were promised a denari­ us - a days’ pay. Those hired at 9 a.m. were promised what­ ever is right. The rest must have assumed they would get a fair shake, even if it was not a full days’ pay. Payday brought surprises to all of the workers. Those who had only worked an hour received a full days’ wage. As the pay was doled out, each group of workers received the same amount — one denarius. When those hired first saw that the men hired last received a full-day’s pay, they assumed everyone would be overpaid, but the foreman also paid them a single denarius — the same as everyone else. “Wait a minute. We worked all day, through the heat of the day. We have toiled for 12 hours. Some of these men have only been out here for an hour. This isn’t fair.” The owner addressed the spokesman: “Friend, I have not cheated you. I paid you what we agreed upon this morning. I wanted to give these men a day’s pay, too, so they could also provide for their families tonight. Why do you object if I am generous? It’s my money. Go home; be happy.” Everyone got paid; no one was cheated. Where would we be in that line - among those complain­ ing or among those congratulating those who were bless­ ed? God gives us more than we deserve. He is generous to all who come to Him. Let’s choose to rejoice that He is merci­ ful, good and kind to all. Rejoice in the blessing of others. Even with the construction on M-66 How many ticke Pictures: Yes or No (circle answer) We Are Still Open coopert/rss Total Amount Paid: $ Please send or drop off payments to the Schoc 11090 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, Ml Questions? Contact Mrs. Deo at rdeo@mvs.kl2.mi.us or call (517)-852-9275 M66 Brakes* Tune-Ups Mufflers • Batteries Oil Changes* Shocks Struts* AC Diagnostic Services Mechanic on Duty www.m66tire.com • email:m66tirecooper@att.net Goulash, buttered peas, com, orange. Wednesday, Nov. 20 Tilapia, brown & wild rice, roasted red potatoes, seasoned green beans, banana. Thursday, Nov. 21 Chili, baked potato, broccoli, crackers, pineapple. Friday, Nov. 22 Salisbury steak, baked potato, carrots, whole grain roll, grapes. Activities Calendar Monday, Nov. 18 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 am.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 am.; Classic Country w/Troy 10:30 am.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 am.; Painting Group 1 pm. Woodland: Card Games 11 am.; Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.; Delton: Walking 11 am.-l pm. H,WN: Reminiscence. Tuesday, Nov. 19 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 am.; Move for Bal. PD 12:15 pm Train Your Brain 1 pm. ; Board Meeting 2 pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. RSVP for Party . Wednesday, Nov. 20 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 am.; Sr. Group Exercise 9: 15 a.m.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 am.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 pm. Woodland: Card Games. Delton: Walking 11 am.-l pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Thursday, Nov. 21 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 am.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Move for Bal. PD 12:15; Alzh. Caregiver Support 3:30 pm. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 a.m.-l pm. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am.; TV Time. Friday, Nov. 22 Hastings: Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 9:30 am.; Iron Rails 10: 30 a.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. NEWEST CITIZEN Avaya Jolee Fulford, bom at Spectrum Health Pennock on October 17, 2019 to Alyssa DeCamp and Josh Fulford of Nashville. ***** Makenna Maria King, bom at Spectrum Health Pennock on October 21, 2019 to Elizabeth Green and Nic King ofNashville. ***** Malcolm Carroll, bom at Spectrum Health Pennock on November 3, 2019 to Karley Childers and Jerimiah Carroll ofNashville. Digital TV Antennas Cell Phone Boosters 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66, Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 517.648.0439 Ph 616-374-1200 • Fax 616-374-4427 TV ANTENNA X TOWER INSTALLATION, REPAIR & REMOVAL �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, November 16, 2019 — Page 5 Maple Valley students honor veterans S4 Cv ^.11 »c »c\ is s i sf V< V< sf 1^1 «Kj 1 *MM. *■ A Si? ■ S ss7%| s7 % |^ J J'f 'f fscc s s k k !! p S Sr* 1^ Ml IS ™ l^: flirty S^l ®B#IQ 8iOnb> fes. " m-l |i liahi ^illnffillu MH Me tiliql i£ Lix fell E'^ m.' Jtaffl WEj lift M te tyut H (uiii Mm lit Taylor Owens Staff Writer Maple Valley hosted its annual ceremony honoring local veterans Monday morn­ ing. The event opened with a rendition of the “StarSpangled Banner” sung by Gloria Guesey and an intro­ duction of the 23 veterans present. The veterans had the chance to introduce them­ selves and speak to the crowd ofjunior and senior high stu­ dents who filled the gymna­ sium. Members of the United States Navy demonstrated a flag-folding ceremony. Seventh and eighth grade students wrote speeches in preparation for Veterans Day, and the top speeches were selected by the English department. The following poem, writ­ ten by eighth-grader Mykayla Scurlock, was read aloud: “While we were home in our beds The brave ones volun­ teered Nothing holding them back They proudly fought for years The flag flying highlight­ ed Thirteen stripes; Hardness, Valor, Purity, Integrity The blue under the stars 50 states We stand up proud to mark the date. While we salute the flag day after day We salute You, The reckless nights The ongoing fights That are Hundreds and Hundreds of miles away EO1 Todd Frohm and ET3 Maple Valley teacher Kelly Hoefler accepts a flag from folding ceremony before the EO1 Todd Frohm (right) and CPO Dennis Mapes of the United States Navy. They march into action and never give up. So hats wrote for the occasion: off and raise your cup With the ring of the Veterans, not only are they because, they battled for me Liberty Bell heroes of their own kind, but they battled for us. Look in We remember our free­ the heroes of this country. their wounded eyes and show doms This country, this beautiful them you’re trust, that you Freedoms that we have land where we can all take can trust them and they can been given each other by the hand, and trust you. Respect these By the ones who’ve risen, live! strong men and women They’ve answered the We wouldn’t dream of a through and through. calling land like this if they didn’t As So, I am proud to say, I With No Obligation! give. They heard the echoes pledge allegiance to this flag of gunshots across the ghost­ that now hangs gracefully Dedication to our Country, ed lands from sea to shining before us, and I thank these Dedication to our sea. soldiers that sit beside me Freedom. They raised the mother who had lived and died for They owe us nothing flag above their crowned us. But still fight for every­ heads to be, to show the thing. enemy that we, We are An essay written by sev­ America, They can Shout enth-grader Linnea Ramirez So, Thank You, for your “We are the land of the free also was chosen, but she was time and the home of the brave!” unable to attend the ceremoThank You for our free­ But THEY - They fought, doms They suffered, They flew Thank You All Veterans, with the wings of the eagle For the sacrifices you’ve and gave, They gave to us! made So what is a veteran - A vet­ And for the lives you have eran is a human, a human saved.” that can do much more than the eye can see, a veteran Eighth-grader Chyanne does not turn away or leave it Hanselman read a speech she be. Sharon Wronski of the United States Navy perform a flag school. ny. Runner-up Julia Mater read Ramirez’s speech. Dear Veterans, I would like to thank you all for your kindness and bravery. For willingly put­ ting your life on the line for us if you have served in a war. For letting this be the land ofthe free and the home of the brave. Let us thank those who have lost their lives or loved one’s lives on the battlefield. Let us have a moment of silence. Now let me tell you a story about my great-grandpa, Clarence Martens. He served as a crew chiefpilot in World War II. On June 10, 1944, he arrived on Omaha Beach four days after the assault. I can’t even imagine how dev­ astating it would be to see that many soldiers, on that beach lifeless. I would like to thank all of you brave sol­ diers who have experienced these horrific events. I would also like to thank those who have served in times of peace. Discovering more about veterans makes me realize how hard it is for these brave heroes to live. You some­ times have to leave your family and friends, sacrifice your livelihood, and put your life on the line for our free­ dom. 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In order for students to receive those services, parents/ guardians have to sign a consent form with full disclosure that it is a Christian-based program. Since April 2015 when Spiritual Care started serving the Maple Valley district, 2,594 sessions with students Pastor Gale Kragt, executive director and co-founder have been held and 188 of Spiritual Care students have participated, said Vera Yerger, who has a Valley Superintendent Dr. individual’s mind, body, and social work background and Katherine Bertolini, who spirit by providing one-on- heads Spiritual Care’s wasn’t able to attend the one sessions with specially children’s ministry. event, also had high praise trained consultants along Participating students are for the collaboration in a with the organization’s asked to continually rate written statement read by prayer partners. their own progress. Of the 60 Trebian. The nonprofit Christian students who have completed Spiritual Care assists in organization was founded in their Spiritual Care sessions, balancing an September 2007 by TroyTrebian told the audience that 26 percent said they have a 50 percent improvement with their depression. Published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. “I think that’s huge,” she 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 said. News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com ’Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com Thirty-three percent reported a 50 percent Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & ceo improvement in anxiety, _____________________Hank Schuuring * cfo_______________ _T_r_e_bian reported. Nineteen percent had a 50 percent • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • improvement in overcoming Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. fear, and 18 percent had a 50 Chris Silverman percent improvement in self­ csilverman@j-adgraphics.com esteem. “This shows that your [Spiritual Care’s] attention • NEWSROOM • and love for the children Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com really is in a significant Taylor Owens • tayldr@j-adgraphics.com way,” Trebian said. In a written statement, Elaine Gilbert Contributing Writer Helping students to succeed by offering free services to cope with personal issues - including depression, anxiety, anger and more - was cause for celebration in Nashville last week. The “Changing Lives” event, held at Grace Church, focused on testimonials and data revealing the positive results of the collaboration between Hastings-based Spiritual Care Consultants and the Maple Valley School District. Community members in the district, school personnel, people from seven area churches and Spiritual Care team members attended the dinner and program. Maplewood and Fuller schools’ Principal Cindy Trebian called Spiritual Care’s role “significant” in helping students. Maple Maple Valley News ’ Buy Opline: What You Need to Purchase^ Online: (new licenses and renewals) Proof of valid rabies vacchation and proof of spay or neuter (if applicable) must be uploaded to make an online purchase. Photos of documents from mobile phones will be accepted. Purchase Online! New or renewal dog licenses can now be purchased online at the Eqton County Treasurers website www.eatoncountytreasurer.brg An Eaten Canty dog license is required for all dogs far months or older. Licensing provides good pet identification, ensures dogs are vaccinated for rabies, and proves you are its owner. Licensing will switch from a calendar year renewal to a renewal date based on your pet s rabies vaccination date in 2020. 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Renew by Mail Save time and gas money by downloading a printable dog license application from the treasurer's website at www.eatoncomtytreasurer.org and mail it with: 1. ‘ Proof of a valid rabies vaccination from a licensed veterinarian. (Youdocuments wil be retimed with a new dog tag) 2.1 Proof of spay or neuter | Eaton County has also established | new license rates. Base Fee • The Eaton County Treasurer’s dog license website listed below. 24 hours daily. • The Eaton County Treasurers office at 1045 Independence Blvd, in Charlotte from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm daily. • Eaton County Humane Society at 129 N. Mari in Olivet • By mail (download the license form at www.eatoncountytreasurer.org) • Town and Country Animal Hospital at 3U0 S. Cochran in Charlotte. T . • Charlotte Veterinary Hospital at 122 Lansing St. in Charlotte • Snow Animal Clinic at 617 Michigan St h Eaton Rapids. 3, A self-addressed, stamped envelope tor Eaton County Treasurer 1045 Independence Blvd Charlotte; MI 48813 Bob Robinson Eaton County Treasurer 1045 Independence Blvd Charlotte, Ml 48813 (517) 543-4262 www.eatoncountytreasurer.org Maple Valley counselor Lorraine Benedict Dr. Bertolini, who was feel the need for Spiritual attending a state summit on Care services, which in some the shortage of qualified cases may be years. Three testimonial videos teachers in the region, state and country, corroborated were part of the evening, how Spiritual Care is making including one from a teenager a positive difference in the named Emma, who described lives of students. the help she received from “We have data and Spiritual Care as an amazing anecdotal accounts of experience. Emma said she students who have reduced had gone through a anxiety and psycho-somatic downward spiral with a lot of symptoms dramatically over anxiety and depression, the time of their interactions which had adversely affected with the staff of Spiritual her school work and sports Care,” Bertolini said. “We involvement. also have accounts of She put into practice the significant reductions in tools she learned from behavior disruption and Spiritual Care, and they improved attendance for our helped her defeat those students. negative issues. For example, “Given the many needs one tool is learning a series of students and the of “I am” statements, which documented increase help create new ways of nationally in children’s stress thinking to bring peace to the and anxiety levels, the mind. Those statements consistent, ongoing support include “I am beautifully and encouragement provided created; I am accepted; I am by these good folks [Spiritual God’s child, I am an over­ Care team members] has comer.” provided an inoculating Emma said she wrote her effect for our students to favorite “I am” statements all learn coping skills, reduce over her bathroom mirror, in stressors and expand an her locker and a book “to optimistic view of their keep them in my mind all of lives,” she said. the time, and it really helped Bertolini noted that me.” schools are not sufficiently Spiritual Care “taught me supported to provide for the to take my worries and give extensive needs of students. them to God,” the teen said. “The access provided by Today, “I am great,” our partnership [with Emma said. Now, she is Spiritual Care] and the involved in school, 4-H, benevolent donors who community activities, plays financially support their volleyball and has a 4.0 work is crucial for us to grade point average. provide an additional layer of care and unconditionally supportive frameworks that make learning more accessible for our students,” Bertolini wrote. “The faculty and staff of Maple Valley work incredibly STATE OF MICHIGAN hard every day to welcome PROBATE COURT our students and provide COUNTY OF BARRY safe, fun, engaging NOTICE TO CREDITORS environments in which to Decedent’s Estate/Trust learn. We cannot do it all by Estate of Ruth A. Adams, De­ ourselves. We are grateful ceased. Date of birth: February 4, for the connection we have 1942. with Pastor Gale [Kragt] and TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The his [Spiritual Care] team, and we are glad to celebrate decedent, Ruth A. Adams, died Oc­ that collaboration this tober 21,2019. Creditors of the decedent are evening,” she said in the notified that all claims against the statement. estate/trust will be forever barred “The best thing I know so unless presented to the Trustee of far about the impact of the the Ruth A. Adams Trust, at 6935 wonderful [Spiritual Care] Vemson Drive, Lansing, Michigan folks who provide services to 48911 within 4 months after the our students is that students date of publication of this notice. may go into a session looking Foster, Swift, Collins & Smith, PC grim, but they come out of Mark J. DeLucaP80161 session with smiles on their 313 S. Washington Sq. faces. Our students have Lansing, Ml 48933 (517)371-8240 benefited from this consistent Kristene Morehouse care they receive.” 6935 Vemson Drive Students in the program Lansing, Michigan 48911 may stay in it as long as they 517-242-5188 LEGAL NOTICE �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 16, 2019 — Page 7 ^ 3JI i-* JSe* S» 2S! kN i** * teS e Kragt, Spiritual Care’s executive director, said, “We are changing hearts and lives in Nashville, but we’re not doing it alone. We have a team” of 25 plus a board of directors and a support and advisory group called Connecting Champions. “We love your kids; they are good ... I have seen bad behavior, but I’ve never met a bad kid ... They just don’t realize they are leaders, and they just need to know how to use their leadership in the right direction,” he said. Spiritual Care also offers services to adults and children at its offices in the Family Tree Medical building in Hastings besides services in schools. “Last month we saw 94 kids and 32 adults - all to the glory of God,” Kragt said. “Isn’t that awesome? We offer it at no charge ... because we have sponsors who pay it forward. “We like churches to get involved. Spiritual Care is not a church; we a 501C-3 nonprofit in a doctor’s office.” SjSJ -w<« w<« '‘WWd. WWd. 1 iJS*t L.. ^’fejffil’ft *to n® ®ttn ** **1«ta ^las^lij ^Si,lasu■Bj I J®C EiEiMiiiaa Icci ®s l iMSla'tei sa a kMiluh i i B hptaimjiiiif ■ drr' SBIJ ipIfeWl® tii iaiet)i®iiii® taoW.’itiMsii' Mi, "I ill Sti, fea uii k & 6 idrf ii scW, _ h aniHiy KtoitiB, (dip 11 rg akfto^ ** L 25< 5< i i*S5 , %* ;^ ^? Principal Cindy Trebian He also spoke about how Spiritual Care was conceived. The idea emerged from a conversation at a Bible study with Hastings physicians when Dr. Carlson said some patients need a healing component that medicine alone can’t solve. Kragt, a former hospital chaplain, mentioned that they need spiritual care too. The rest is history, with Kragt developing “The Heart of Healing” program and other tools, offering a unique way to “help people receive healing, identifying hurting events, involving seek and release forgiveness. There is also an inner healing process with the Lord taking the pain out of the event... We serve a Lord who can take the pain out of them. Pain is what triggers people. It sends people off the deep end. “We have 20 new pathways - how to walk in forgiveness,” he said, explaining another aspect of care sessions. “Forgiveness is not a one-time event but a lifestyle.” Services were only offered to adults in Spiritual Care’s infancy, and Kragt Landon Wilkes, Maple Valley’s dean of students and athletic director, he said “Spiritual Care does an amazing job ... We’ve seen kids’ grades start to go up, and now some of those kids are looking to graduation ... Two years ago, they weren’t.” He was emotional while speaking of some of the tough situations students experience. “A lot of our kids deal with multiple problems — Vera Yerger heads the moving several times, losing children’s ministry at a loved one, not having a place to stay. Those tend to Spiritual Care. reoccur over and over again ... Spiritual Care helps them said helping children was with tools to cope and handle never on the radar until a man asked him “to get his situations ... The investment niece out of a psych ward in in these kids is amazing,” Grand Rapids and let her Wilkes said. “Our kids are good kids receive services from Spiritual Care because ‘I with good parents, but they think you can help her.’ She don’t have the tools to deal had huge problems including with certain situations on a daily basis,” he said. hearing voices. Lorraine Benedict, a “Within three months we had a total breakthrough with counselor at Maple Valley that child - voices gone, Schools, said during her first 10 years on the job, a lot of cutting gone. She was totally barriers, such as transformed,” Kragt said. With that success, transportation and costs, Spiritual Care tailored prevented a lot of students getting outside, healing tools that were kid­ from additional services that they friendly and soon started seeing clients as young as needed. “When Gale approached five. That led to Barry County Christian School Mrs. Falcon [former MV requesting services and then superintendent] and our team one of Spiritual Care’s about the possibility of sponsors suggested offering providing some services for services to Maple Valley our kids to help them with Schools. Kragt called the some of the hurting events in superintendent; eight months their lives, we thought it later, that call evolved as a sounded like a great idea,” she said. pilot project in Maple Valley. “We’ve seen some real Now, Spiritual Care also is providing weekly services changes in several of our at Delton Kellogg Middle students. Kids who had been School. Another school highly disruptive and had district is considering missed a lot of school and requesting help from instruction are [now] present and passing classes and Spiritual Care for its students. Yerger said she loves really off the radar as far as problems,” working with Spiritual Care discipline Benedict said. in her children’s ministry She also likes the role because of the collaboration because both opportunity to help students and families. Some of the the school district and students come from “broken Spiritual Care work together homes” and one student has a parent in jail. In addition to introducing them to the “I am” statements, she told the audience about other helpful tools, including showing the students how to give all their worries and troubles to God. 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Some parents also have received services. “On . behalf of the entire Maple Valley student body and staff, we are extremely grateful to the donors who have made it possible for Spiritual Care to provide services to our students at Maple Valley,” Benedict said. “Many of our students have had life changing experiences through things they have learned in their sessions with Spiritual Care. We are extremely grateful for the generous gifts that have made this an absolutely free program to our students.” Benedict, who attended last week’s event, told the audience, “It’s a smooth working partnership,” noting she is made aware if she needs to followup with any of the students. Tom Frith, owner of Key Cleaning Services in Hastings and a Maple Valley graduate, told the audience that when he sees what Spiritual Care is doing in his hometown and in the schools “I can’t say thank you enough. g ” A member of Spiritual Care’s Connecting Champions, Frith encouraged people to consider donating to Spiritual Care because “the return is awesome. “If you put this into perspective, I see all the troubles people have, and they are lost. We’ve taken God so far away from our children, and we see the cost ... If you change one heart in one child with your 10- or 15-dollar donation to this organization, you’ve saved society millions ... One child going to prison is $40,000 a year.” Emphasizing that Spiritual Care provides free services, Frith said, “That’s God working at His best ... What they are doing with these children and adults is a really good investment. 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On the tour, the group learned what is studied at the college and what students do for their grades. UNOH is a college based around cars and racing. The mechanic team at UNOH can take apart an engine and put it back together in 23 minutes. The group also went to the National Air Force Museum in Dayton, Ohio, and learned about the history of the U.S. Air Force and about how planes and jets were first made. The next day the group toured the Indianapolis Zoo, as well as Beck’s Hybrid Seeds, where they learned about the seed com industry and had the opportunity to tour its facilities. That evening they went to CINCH, The World’s Toughest Rodeo. The rodeo was a lot of fun and everyone enjoyed their time. Some of the FFA members had their picture taken on a bull and got to meet some ofthe riders of the rodeo. At the rodeo, the group got to see bareback bronc riding, saddle bronc riding and bull riding. The group also got to see a rodeo clown perform tricks as well as a married couple perform tricks on horses. The local FFA members attended the opening session of the National Convention Thursday, Oct. 31, at Lucas Oil Stadium. At the session, they heard speeches from National FFA officers and listened to a presentation from Bob Goff, founder of Love Does. After the session, students met Maple Valley Superintendent Katherine Bertolini who attended the Michigan FFAAdministrators Trip with several other administrators from the state. Together they toured the National FFA Career Expo where they visited with exhibitors from several col­ leges and agricultural com­ panies. The final day, Nov. 1, the group went back to the career show and learned more about colleges and potential careers for their futures. After the career show, they had their final meal in Indianapolis and got on the bus to head home. Everyone enjoyed their time at the convention and learned a lot of new things to pass on to other people and get more people involved in FFA. Music students entertain Battle Creek seniors Residents of Northpointe Woods Senior Living Community in Battle Creek enjoyed an afternoon of music on a recent Sunday. The event was hosted by the Battle Creek Area Music Teachers Association. Seventeen piano students performed (one also on accordion). Many were in costume for the festive occasion. Pictured here (back row, from left) are Autumn Dorsey, Jake Schott, Anna Haywood, Kierra London (balloons), Giada Pontoni; (middle) Jay Hamric, Sara Hamric, Kaleb Lichty, Courtney Mcghee, Brayden Lichty, Kaitlynn Garlinger, Sophie Haywood, Lily Daniel; (front) Dresden Dennis, Gaige Beardslee and Mimi Feneley. Sara Funkhauser also participated but was not available for photo. Local BCAMTA teachers represented were Teresa Pash of Nashville; Helga Carpenter, Paula Krontz-Harris and Ellen Tipton of Battle Creek; and Western Michigan University Professor Lori Sims. (Photo provided) FREE CONCERT Hastings Performing Arts Center Pictured at the Capitol Thursday are (from left) Garret Lucci, Morley Ketchum, Rep. Julie Calley, Kaylee Williams, Hudson Carpenter, Cheyenne Rogalski, and Jacob Rogalski. (Photo provided) Maple Valley students spend day at state Capitol John Varineau, Conductor DOUGLAS A. & MARGARET E. ^oundatwP hasting2269.818.2492 D HRAOPNIDYS s6h9s..8s1e8a.t2y4o9u2rrself.biz GSRYAMNP in.2007 Marcelo Lehninger, Music Director State Rep. Julie Calley welcomed seven students and their families to the Capitol to be junior represen­ tatives for a day and experi­ ence the life of a Michigan state representative Nov. 14. Local students entered the contest by reading books over the summer, filling out bookmarks with their name and the list of books they read, and returning the book­ marks to their local libraries. During their day in Lansing, students took an oath of office and learned about the responsibilities of being a state representative, participated in a mock com­ mittee meeting, toured the Capitol and recorded a public service announcement. “I am incredibly proud of these students and their focus on literacy,” Rep. Calley said in a press release. “I hope they inspire their. peers to, read more, as it is an essen­ tial foundation for success.” “The junior representa­ tives were extraordinary,” she added. “Hosting them at the Capitol is one of my favorite days of the year.” Fifth-grader Kaylee Williams, from Maplewood School in Vermontville, received special recognition for reading the most pages. She read 4,825 pages over the summer. Twelve students won the contest, reading a combined 160 books for a total of 13,155 pages, including: Darren Carpenter, a fourth-grader at Maplewood School, read 1303 pages. Hudson Carpenter, a second-grader at Fuller Elementary School, read 377 pages. Morley Ketchum, a fourth-grade homeschool student from,Lake Odessa, read 1,793 pages. Garrett Lucci, a fourth-grade homeschool student from Nashville, read 1,197 pages. Cheyenne Rogalski, a first-grader at Saranac Elementary School, read 1,815 pages. Jacob Rogalski, a second-grader at Saranac Elementary School, read 350 pages. Kaylee Williams, a fifth-grader at Maplewood School, read 4,825 pages. Unable to attend the day in Lansing were five students from Thomapple Kellogg school district whose names were not available. Rep. Calley said she was honored to welcome this remarkable group of students­ and their fantffi&r Capitola . � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-11-23.pdf a6d1442a107c12c82e7d2c6e27158f56 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY new< ;r , 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 47, November 23, 2019 A local paper oftoday! Principal Cindy Trebian to retire this summer Taylor Owens StaffWriter After three years at Maple Valley Schools and 30 years in education, Cindy Trebian will retire at the end of this school year. “As some of you know, there’s the old adage ‘30 and out’ and that’s where I’m at,” Trebian told the Board of Education at the start of Monday’s meeting . . “That’s what my husband planned for, and it’s worked out really lovely for us because my parents are get­ ting to the point where they need .support, and they live next1:.door to me, and my children are having grand­ babies?* Trebian^was hired as the principal of Fuller Street Elementary and Maplewood School during the summer Cindy Trebian has been the principal of Fuller Street Elementary and Maplewood School since 2017. of 2017, after teaching at Lakewood Public Schools. “I have been really fortu­ nate to be in this district and get to know all of you, my daily interactions with the staff are just wonderful and I really enjoy them,” Trebian said. She added she will miss the students the most. “I’m in it right till the end. I’m a hard worker and that’s not going to change between now and the end of the year.” The board also accepted the resignation of fifth grade math teacher Lori VanPatten, who accepted a position teaching fifth grade at a Catholic school which her children attend. Superintendent Katherine Bertolini read a letter from See PRINCIPAL, pg. 5 Treasurer comes under fire over job performance, missing checks Luke Froncheck Staff Writer Vermontville Township Treasurer Shirley Harmon is facing criticism from some township residents and board members who are question­ ing how she does her job. The criticism of Harmon reached a climax at Thursday’s township board meeting when the treasurer interacted with an audience member. Township resident Monica Syvia sat in the back row of the audience throughout the meeting. It was when Supervisor Jack Owens asked Harmon if she had found out what had happened to Syvia’s check. According to Trustee Gary Goris, Syvia hand-delivered her 2018 tax check to former deputy treasurer Rod Harmon, Shirley’s husband. Goris explained that even though her check was written “Well, it’s not like he sold it!” Shirley Harmon, Vermontville Township Treasurer within three days ofher 2018 tax bill, Syvia didn’t catch that her check hadn’t been cashed until October of this year. Goris said that as soon as she caught it she paid it off, but because of the tardi­ ness of the payment she had to pay a year of late fees. This exchange involving Shirley Harmon, Syvia and Goris followed: HARMON: “I’m not quite sure what to tell her about the check. It was never cashed, and we don’t have it. We’re going to find it.” SYVIA: “Your husband had it, I handed it to him.” HARMON: “Well, it’s not like he sold it! I mean he didn’t take it and...” SYVIA: “Well, where did he put it?” HARMON: “I don’t know.” SYVIA: “Well, ask him.” HARMON: “And that’s been a whole year ago so I’m not quite sure where to look for it. I’m sorry that it hap­ pened... ” SYVIA: “Pfhhh.” HARMON: “I don’t know what else to tell her.” GORIS: “I just wish you would admit you made a mis­ take.” HARMON: “I just said I was sorry I can’t tell her See TREASURER, pg. 11 Victim testifies in attempted murder case Taylor Owens Staff Writer Anthony Collins said he barely knew David Krebs, and he had just met him the day Krebs slit his throat and then asked him ifhe was OK. Barry County Judge Michael Schipper ruled that there was enough evidence to try Krebs on two counts, assault with intent to murder and resisting and obstructing a police officer, after a pre­ liminary examination Nov. 13. Krebs, 30, of Vermontville, was arrested Sept. 5 after the Barry County Sheriff’s Office K-9 unit tracked him to a wooded area off Barber Road, south of M-43, in Carlton Township. According to testimony, Collins, 27, of Middleville, was in the front passenger seat of his own Chevy Impala, when Krebs reached from behind him and slit his throat. Their mutual friend, Dalton King, 21, of Lake Odessa, was driving the car in the 4000 block of Barber Road around 9:40 p.m. King’s friend Sara Smith, 19, of Nashville, was in the backseat behind King, sitting next to Krebs, when the assault occurred. Testimony from Collins, King and Smith described the events of that day which was spent driving around West Michigan to take and sell drugs, culminating in the attack on Collins. At the beginning of the examination, a resisting and obstructing arrest charge was added. Krebs told the judge he understood the charge. In the silence of the court­ room, before Collins was brought out to testify, Krebs began to cry, and a Barry County sheriff’s deputy brought him a box of tissues. Krebs had stopped crying by the time Collins was sworn in. The scar on his neck plain­ ly visible, Collins said he had Anthony Collins answers a question from Judge Michael Schipper as he testifies about how he was stabbed and cut along his neck, the scar visible. David Krebs during a preliminary examination for attempted murder and resisting and obstructing an officer. (Photos by Scott Harmsen) met Krebs for the first time the day of the incident. Collins said he had the day off work, so he went to meet his friend Dalton King in Lake Odessa around 4 p.m. Once there, Collins picked up both King and Krebs, who had been staying at King’s residence, and they went to a house in rural Delton. Three people were at the house, Collins said. He said he did not know them, but he watched King and Krebs inject methamphetamine with them. Collins and King then left the house to go to Nashville, and left Krebs at the house in Delton. “I think he was sketched out or something,” Collins said. The two men went to the house of King’s girlfriend and spent time with her and another woman. Both women left and Collins and King went back to the house in Delton, where they picked up Krebs. Collins said he watched Krebs and King inject more meth, and then all three left for Greenville to pick up Smith. At this point, King took the wheel and Collins moved to the passenger seat. They were on their way back to King’s house when Krebs attacked him, Collins said. He described the car as See TESTIFIES, pg. 6 In This Issue Buck Pole more than doubles attendance Grease is a big success on a short rehearsal Theater group preparing for ‘The Nutcracker’ Nashville churches begin Wish Upon A Star campaign �p«Qt ? — Ju* Wy rito Atowtoto m •» •**"* >«*r Satorio* »to**ra>* 23 20tS Putnam Libraryclosesout November events The Putnam Dtrtnct Library » emennj the loot week of a* Npiemhrr book ante Il '• a fmaJ wnrttnty to snag tone hook* to the sale price of 25 cento per book Normally books are priced between 50 cent* and a dol­ lar. no come get book* at a ■pectacular price Book* can make make a a woaderM woaderM gift gift for for a a toved 'me ar *wnpiy far your •elf thn water Put a personal touch on holiday pft-pnnf thn year wrib a CM Y personal tzed bag from 1:30 to 6 pm. on Mnadry. No* 25 Bang a graphic or photo from home or upk wd one at the I ibran Community Mentor Sue Put part will help participant* transfer the image onto the fabric using freezer paper Once the image i* tran* ferred. participant* can atari eewritg the bag and work to incorporaie the tmagr onto the bag If participant* need aawataace creating a graphic or uploading a photo, library ataff arc available to help RSVP i* required for thi* event at 517-852-9723 or at the library. Nashville’» historical bub in the upstair* of the library will be available from 5-7 pm. on Tuesday. Nov. 26. Visitor* can look through picture*, newspaper articles and more to learn about a variety of hratorical informa non regarding Nashville The local history room is also a great area for patrons to use as a reading nook or an alter native workspace The library will be closed Thursday. Nov. 28 through Saturday. Nov. 30 far the Thanksgiving holiday. The hour* of operation. More information is avail­ able at 517-852-9723 or con­ tacting Assistant Director of Programming Sydney Kboun at skhound? putnam libxirg. library will reopen on Monday, Dec. 2. with regular Passport program offers incentive to shop locally Karin lurfco-f .bright OMUrfbaftag Writer Small BusmeM Saturday m right around the comer Shopper* can participate the national event Satu 30, by rap* porting local buameaae* for the hoi iday * While small buemeaaea in Barry County are geanng up to greet oMtaraer* and offer some special incentive* to (hoac who at. the Barry Count) Chamber of Commerce ia inviting all shopper* to take part in their saoond annual paasport pro­ gram and have a chance to win a grand prize Customer* who obtain hardcopy passport*, which pack age raffle and the grand price raffle Last year's grand prize totaled SI JOO in gift card* and merchandise Incentive* from local busi neaae* include a free treat discount* on merchandise. happy hour all day and mare. part* Monday, unlike last year when pa* sports were turned in Saturday "We’re trying to get peo pie to shop throughout Barry County,’* Martin said. The names of participating businesses are listed on the County in that will want to come to our shops." Martin said. “We've done video pro­ mos and things and we're excited to get people here to see what’s in the county and what they can buy in the awesome shops that we have look like a brochure, from participating Small Business Saturday merchants and have them endorsed with a st ick er by local businesses will be eligible to win a community Chamber business manag­ er Kim Martin said the pro­ gram has been changed this year to give shoppers the time to shop all day Saturday and then turn in their pass* passport, which can be picked up at participating venues. To enter the community package drawing, shoppers are required to make pur­ chases at a minimum number of businesses, including restaurants, in each commu­ nity. The grand prize raffle requires shopper* to visit two participating businesses in each community or 10 par­ ticipating businesses in Barry County. Purchases must be made from participating businesses in order to get passports endorsed. “Barry County has a lot of great businesses and a lot of great shops and stuff,'* Martin said. “We’re just hop­ ing to get people into the community to visit these small businesses. There’s great merchandise here.” Passports will be collected Monday. Dec. 2. from the designated drop-off points listed in the passport. Drawings will take place Dec. 3. Martin said the grand prize will probably be done live on the chamber's Facebook page. Winners will be contacted. Besides a longer shopping day, more advertising is another change with this year's second annual pass­ port program. “Hopefully we'll bring some people outside of Barry here.” Veterans a ft Friday, Nov. 29 • 9 am - 6 pm Saturday, Nov. 30 • 9 am - 3 pm ft ft 28 stops this year offering unique, affordable crafts, art, gifts & more. "* B Throughout the Lakewood Area f tynr* fwoftabts oi partKtpobng buMnraras or on out website wwwkriraroodoruaooc arg DuMfcnt: Contact Mamie Thoma* at 516-3740 First Congregational Church ofVermontville 110 S. Main St EATON COUNTY bd ) QJh Purchase Orirwl an no* h© prutwed nks i ww tuilor* & & & w'f. <*t»j 24 ' vw - r* oritaa at 046 indHpo am tn 500 pm daily u at V* M Man in Olivet » fontr, at n pat w»*w»i ******* More information about the Nov. 30 passport pro­ gram and the list of partici­ pating businesses can be found at the Barry County Chamber of commerce web­ site, mibarry.com/ BCSBS2019Z and the cham­ ber’s Facebook page. Martin reminds everyone to put names and contact information on the passports. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, Small Business Saturday was founded in 2010 by American Express. The SB A started cosponsoring the national day in 2015. The Small Business Saturday Consumer Insights Survey taken last year indi­ cated that total spending nationally among consumer* who shopped at independent stores and restaurants th al day reached a record high of an estimated $17.8 billion. That same survey said more than 70 percent of con­ sumers arc now aware of the annual Small Business Saturday. The survey said an estimated $103 billion in sales has been reported since Small Business Saturday was founded. More information about Small Business Saturday can be found at sba. gov/about-sba/organization/ sba-initiatives. Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley News ids n and Lkxrttry Ar*w* Hnaplto at S Cactrmr aVrt* Veterna w Arena! One M 1/ I ijfWx? R in Chi Man kit* 91 Renew by Mail Save time and qas money txi dow loadinq a pn doa Boanee appdcatiori from th treaaurerta w< WWRBf^urtoncfiortylrCKVli J*k Of*Q Wlfj fTlfll if wNh iaus poor to mv toanaa ••n Annual Craft Shows i«tom cotnro ra»j*it i*41 tn* kM day of e ratites vac Tuesday, *December 3 thru Saturday, *December 7 Eaton County has also established new license rates Female /Male Spayed / Neutered $20 $15 The penalty for a late license to $20 in addition to the base fee {Monday, ‘November 25 thru Saturday, 'November 30 W A tW arttwmi stamped envelope to Eaton Ccx/ity Treasurer 1045 Independence Blvd Charlotte. MI 48813 $55 $40 Tuesday, T>ecember 10 thru Saturday, December 14 fMon.-Thurs. 9am-7pm • Tri^Sat 9am*8pm give a useful gift, MOO-ville gift Certificates Bob Robinson Eaton County Treasurer - 'Lunch is Served 11 a.m.~2p.m, - 1045 Independence Blvd Charlotte. Ml 48813 MOO vi Ik- is located on the corner of M-66&M79 in Nashville (517) 543-42*2 www.eatoncountytrea su er 517-852-9003 TTTTTT*TTTTrrrTT1 MSHVIIXE �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 23,2019 — Page 3 Nashville churches begin Wish Upon A Star campaign Back in 1987, a former Hastings City Bank) on Main will need to provide proof of pastor at Nashville United Street and grab stars. The a Nashville address when Methodist Church went to Star Tree was decorated on signing up. Marville Anna Frith the congregation with an idea Friday. Gifts purchased for Families who are receiv­ Marville Anna Frith, 101, a Angie, Joe, Lucy and Peter to help children in the com- your “star” should be $20 in ing food baskets and gifts can devoted wife, mother and Bonk; Michael and Elena munity that wouldn’t have value and brought back and come to the United Methodist grandmother, died peacefully LeCompte; Charlie and Ali giftsunder theChristmas placed under the tree with Church on Dec. 21 between 9 on Saturday, November 16, Vanderveen; Kendal and tree. star attached prior to aan. and 2 p.m. 2019 at Flower House of Morgen Pixley; Trey Harvath; The church organized a Saturday, Dec. 21. Gifts can “It is just amazing to see Nashville. Chad Hayes; and many more work crew to repair slight­ be purchsed for from infants how many people are work­ Marville, formerly of ly-used toys which they to age 16. step-great-grandchildren. ing together frqnj. piany Vermontville, was bom July She is predeceased by herdonated for families in need. “As the Pastor ofNashville faiths, different clubs and 16, 1918 in Morris, IL, the Every year since, Nashville UMC, this is one of my groups as well as individuals husband, Lawrence Frith; daughter of Andrew Elmer brothers, “Bud”UMC and congregations favorite events that the all who make a difference” Ernest and Anna Marie (Olsen) Lindberg William from other churches, along church hosts,” church pastor Kinney said. and Lindberg. She graduated high Lindberg; grandson, Tommy with volunteers from the Karen Kinney said. Anyone wishing to volun­ school in Vermontville before Pixley; step-great-grandson,community, have made Wish In addition to having stars teer can call the church office earning a bachelor’s degree Michael Gabriel; son-in-law, Upon A Star an annual event. placed on this tree there will at (269) 852-2043 and leave from Western State Teachers Jerry Pixley; and daughter-in- The event has changed to be food baskets available for a message. College. She taught at Eaton law, Sharen Frith. provide children with new families in need. Many of County Country Schools, seeking to name the many Friends are encouraged to toys, purchased by anyone in those food basket items will including the Brown School, birds and their songs she support Marville’s family at the community who wants to be collected at Maple Valley Digital TV Antennas Marville’s Nickle School, and Thornton encountered. visitation and funeral services. participate. Schools. Those needing help Cell Phone Boosters School, then in Grand Ledge family will always carry her in Funeral services were held People who would like to need to stop by the Nashville 517.646.0439 Public Schools. Marville their hearts. Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019 at help can stop into Highpoint village office and complete a IV ANTENNA & TOWER INSTALLATION, REPAIR & REMOVAL Marville is survived by her Pray Funeral Home inCommunity Bank (formerly form to apply. Applicants married Lawrence A. Frith on July 23, 1944 at Jefferson daughters, Patricia (Gordon) Charlotte with Laura Cooper Parish in New Orleans, LA. Swan and Barbara Pixley; officiating. Following marriage, Marville sons, Russell Frith and Bart If desired, the family settled in to raise their four (Frances) Frith; grandchildren, suggests memorial Christine (Michael) Bonk, contributions children. to Grace She was a member of the Jillaine (Chad) LeCompte, Hospice. 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Vermontville Hwy. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Sunday School................................... 110 a.m. one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. A.M. Worship..................................... 1 1 a.m. Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.......................................... 11 Evening Worship........................................... 6 Evening Worship............................ :. 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH Local Church Schedule Sunday: Night Service................................ 6:45 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting...................................... 7 p.m. Phone: (517) 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads Sunday School........................... ....... 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE and many other activities. 110 S. 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Sunday School .............. 10 A.M. Service.... P.M. Service.... PASTOR GEORGE GAY ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville Sunday School................. ........ 9:45 a Worship Service.............. .............. 11 Certified Lay Minister Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Phone 616-765-5322 Wed. Evening Service... 6:30 p.m. AWANA.............................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH P.M. Service.................................................... 6 p PASTOR GABE PRIDDY Wed. Service.................................................. 7 p M-79 West Sunday School 9:00 a.m. PASTOR DON ROSCOE PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Worship.......................................... 11:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 am. Worship................................................... 7 p.m. Phone: (517) 852-1783 PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE, Assistant Pastor PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR RICH MITTERLING PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR ERIC LAMPHERE, Youth Pastor 517-652-1580 517-231-3434 Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & 517-852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School............................... 9:45 a.m. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 Sunday School............................ 11:00 a.m. ...................... 11:00 am. Holy Communion PASTOR KAREN KINNEY 517-588-8415 11: 00 a.m........................................ Fellowship Sunday Services: .............................. 9:15 am. Morning Prayer United Methodist Women: (517) 726-0258 Contemporary Service, 301 Fuller St, Nashville Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 2415 McCann Road Worship Service.......................... 9:45 a.m. 10: 00 a.m.............................. Church Service PASTOR PEGGY BAKER Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR Phone (269) 963-7710 Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Vermontville, Ml 49096 "No matter who you are, or where you are on life'sjourney, you are welcome here. ’ Youth Groups, Bible Study 517-726-0526 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service........................... Charlotte NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday: A.M. Worship............. 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............. ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service.................................. 11 a.m. (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. �Page 4 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 23,2019 Grease is a big success on a short rehearsal Taylor Owens StaffWriter “It was one of the most successful shows we have seen in my time at Maple Valley,” Co-director Julie Nelson said about the performance of Grease last weekend. Connor Week and Kayli Hansen play Danny and Sandy. Greasers (from left) Connor Wood, Connor Week, Josiah Johnson, Corbin Hasselback, Ben Benedict and Matthew Morris sing on stage. (Photos provided) Garrett Pearson rocks the stage as Johnny Casino. Valentyna Carvajal during the school dance. Josiah Johnson is Sunny and Pink Lady Gloria Guernsey plays Marty. We wiiibe Open Thanksgiving Day from 6AM to 2PM Regular menu items served only until 11:00 a.m., Thanksgiving Day only. 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She added she pleased with the way Nelson unpacked the complicated messages in the show with the, students throughout the rehearsal process. “When it came to show weekendF owned .their jst^g^wi^j-^ery little.,h^|'p frpm any adult, including me,” Nelson said of the stu­ dents. “With the exception of the talented musicians in the orchestra pit, I was the only adult on the stage during the Country Kettle Cafe Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Call any time for Maple Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 ar 1-800-870-7085 performances. And my only job was to hold back the cur- tain when Greased Lightning entered the stage,” Aurora Linn as Jan, one of the PinkTadies. NASHVILLE .66J When You Buy BUSINESS DISTRICT from a small business, an actual person does a happy dance! PLEASE SHOP LOCAL THIS HOLIDAY SEASON! 207 N. Main St., Nashville • 517-852-0313 For your convenience, please use back entrance �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 23,2019 — Page 5 PRINCIPAL, continued from page 1 VanPatten stating her reasons for leaving. “I will be in the same school as my daughter for the next six years and my son for the next eight,” VanPatten wrote in the letter. “I will also get to share and grow my faith since this position is in a Catholic school.” She added it will cut her commute by an hour each day. “Another factor in my decision is how much Maple Valley has changed since I first started teaching here more than 18 years ago,” VanPatten wrote. She added music, art, technology, gym, library and some recess time have been replaced by intervention classes for fifth and sixth grade students. VanPatten said since the interventions are the same size as a regular class they are not truly inter­ ventions, and “seem to reiter­ ate to struggling students that they are not successful aca­ demically.” She also pointed out Fuller Street and Maplewood no longer have full time coun­ selors, and the administrators switch between buildings, which can make things diffi­ cult for students. “My new school contains all of these resources that Maplewood has lost,” VanPatten wrote. “I have chosen this school for my own children, because it contract with the district embodies all of the elements early next year. I feel are important for a well Technology Specialist rounded education... and Josh Leatherman said he has Maple Valley has lost many been checking the school’s of these critical elements. I cybersecurity measures, know that these elements are since a district in neighbor­ also important to Dr. ing county was recently hit Bertolini, and I’m hopeful by a ransomware hack. He that with her leadership said Maple Valley has mea­ Maple Valley students will sures which would shut again have these supports.” down the servers in case of “Ms. VanPatten is a trea­ an attack, and backups which sured member of our facul­ would get the school up and ty,” Bertolini said, “and running within a week. while I rejoice for her and “It was a good tabletop her opportunities, its a very exercise for us to make sure sad loss for all of us. I want­ we were protected,” Bertolini ed her to have an opportunity said. to express her reasons for In other business: going, because I think its a Accounting firm Yeo & great reflection on what she Yeo reported a clean audit. experienced here and the Maple Valley Finance things we’re working on as a Director Darryl Sydloski board... to try and bring said he will present on the back.” audit and the amended 2019­ Bertolini said she has 2020 budget at the December already been interviewing meeting. He added the school candidates for VanPatten’s no longer needs to send position. monthly financial reports to New sixth grade English the State of Michigan since teacher Madeline Cole will the year’s budget does not start at Maplewood Dec. 16, have a deficit. three days after she gradu­ Maplewood ates from Central Michigan Administrative Assistant University. Julie VanZandt said she “We are dipping deep into received a letter from a par­ the pool,” Bertolini said. ent concerned that student Cole has substituted at behavioral issues were pre­ Maple Valley before and has venting their student from family ties to the area. She learning in the classroom. will start as a substitute until The school is partnering her teaching certification is with the Eaton Regional approved and she can begin a Education Service Agency to bring in an elementary school counselor for Fuller Street and Maplewood. Bertolini said she has seen the PBS documentary which filmed at Maple Valley recently. She has requested a showing of the documentary in the auditorium, and said it has at least 10 minutes on Maple Valley. “I’m so proud of how the district looks in this docu­ mentary,” Bertolini said. The board approved a high school choir trip to Chicago March 22-24. Choir Director Ryan Rosin said he has 24 students and six chaperones planning to go on the trip. Rosin is also planning to keep the cost ofthe trip a low as possible for students, including fundraising, using Airbnb instead of a hotel and having students cook meals. “It’s very feasible that this trip will be free,” Rosin said. Bertolini said state regula­ tions require the school to test for students who may need an English language learner certified teacher. The scores ofone elementary stu- dent and 10 out of the 11 international students showed they need support. “This is a first for us this year, and we are finding there are no people with ELL certifications available,” Bertolini said. We are look­ ing everywhere.” She said the school may need to go a computer-based teaching system, but she does not believe it would be as good as a actual teacher, and it would be “very, very expensive.” The staffis look­ ing at options of bringing in a teacher virtually. The board approved accepting Schools of Choice “Invite us in. We’ll bring RESULTS! Sally Magoon, Associate Broker 269-986-5737 smagoonrealestate@gmail.com Weichert REALTORS* Emerald Properties FREE SHIPPING Meatloaf, mashed potatoes & gravy, seasoned green beans, orange. Thursday, Nov. 28 Thanksgiving Holiday. All sites closed. No meal delivery. Tbesday, Nov. 26 Friday, Nov. 29 Crumb baked salmon, brown & wild rice, carrots, buttered peas, pear. Thanksgiving Holiday. All sites closed. No meal delivery. Wednesday, Nov. 27 Turkey & gravy, loaded mashed potatoes, stuffing, Prince Charles blend, Hawaiian roll, pie. Thursday, Nov. 28 Thanksgiving Holiday. All sites closed. No meal delivery. 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M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits MAP Address State_______ Zip, J-AD GRAPHICS 1351 North M-43 Highway Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 �Pape 6 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, November 23,2019 TESTIFIES, continued from page 1 David Krebs and his attorney Jason Jansma before testimony began. quiet, the radio was broken and there wasn’t much talking. At one point. Collins said Krebs, from the back­ seat, started playing with Collins’ hair. Collins motioned in the courtroom as if Krebs was tickling the top ofhis head. “I thought that was weird,” Collins told Barry County Assistant Prosecutor Jessica Payne, “and then about 20 minutes after that, he just cut my throat.” According to Collins’ tes­ timony, Krebs reached for­ ward with his left arm to slit Collins* throat from his right side to his left. “The first thing I felt was nothing 'cause 1 was in shock,” Collins said. “And then I was like, 'Yeah, I’m OK, whatever,’ and then blood started going all over and [I] realized I’m not OK.” Then Krebs started stab­ bing him, he said. “I immediately tried to stop him.,, it wasn’t working ‘cause J had my seatbelt on.” “I told Dalton to stop the car ‘cause I was getting cut,” Collins said. “Dalton stopped the car, and I thought he was gonna help, but he ended up running.” Collins said Krebs got out and walked to the driver’s side of the vehicle. Collins said he locked the driver’s side door, tried to find his phone and then staggered out of the vehicle. “That’s when he came back and started stabbing again.” Collins said he couldn’t remember exactly what hap­ pened. He said Krebs stabbed him at least once in the car after slitting his throat, but how many times he was stabbed, in the car or when trying to flee, Collins did not know. He recalled pushing Krebs away and then running to a nearby house, where a woman was cooking dinner with her children. “Once I got away, I ran towards the house, and opened their door, and col­ lapsed in their arms.” The woman wrapped his neck in a towel and called 911. Collins said she saved his life. He did not recall saying anything to Krebs when the incident happened. “Did he say anything to you prior to slitting your throat?” Payne asked. “He asked me if I was OK,” Collins replied. “Why did he ask you that?” Payne asked. “I’m not sure,” Collins answered. “Well, he slit it, and asked me if I was OK.” Collins testified he was stabbed 11 times in all, in his back, shoulders, arm, wrist and fingers. He was in the hospital between four and five days, and had at least two surgeries. One surgery removed the knife from his arm, and the second removed most of one of his lungs, which had been irreparably damaged. Defense Attorney Jason Jansma asked Collins if he took any drugs, or gave drugs to Krebs. “I didn’t take no drugs that day,” Collins replied, but he said he gave Krebs acid. Jansma asked Collins ifhe might have given Krebs a different drug instead of acid. Collins said he was positive it was acid. Afterward, King, who is currently in state prison, was brought in to testily. King said he has been friends with Collins for three or four months. Both Collins and King were given immunity from prosecution for their testimony. “I met him in Barry County jail,” King said. “He was doing nine days. I was doing nine months for flee­ ing and eluding and posses­ sion of meth.” King added he has known Krebs for more than a year. “David had been at my house a few days, he didn’t really have any place to go,” King said. “We both had warrants for our arrest. We’d both been hanging out together for about a week or so.” King said both he and Krebs had been taking meth and marijuana during that time. “Why did Anthony come over that day?” Payne asked. “To get high... and to take me around so I could sell drugs myself, so I had a ride, ‘cause my girlfriend had to go to work and pick up the kids.” King said the three men left for the house in Delton, making a number of stops along the way to sell meth. When they arrived at the house, King said he injected meth. “Anthony, I think, snorted some, but I don’t think David got high on meth at all.” Afterward, King said he and Collins left the house and went to King’s residence PERFORMANCES AT CROWN THEATRE Ii HOME OF 301 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE (Theater is on corner of Main &■ Washington. Use side entrance and go upstairs) For ticket*, visit h ttpm//therevu en aslivi 11 e.seatyour eel f.bi z NuTCrAcKeR FRIDAYS: December 6 & 13 at 7 pm SATURDAYS: December7& 14 at7pm SUNDAYS: December 8 & 15 m2 pm Adults $10, Seniors/students $8 SPONSORED BY She would not look in Krebs her to do so. in Lake Odessa. They stayed there with King’s girlfriend and another woman and he said he got high until both women had to leave. King said they went back Delton to pick up Krebs, and then drove to Greenville to pick up Smith, and her pit bull. They were on the way back to Hastings to pick up clean “rigs,” or needles, to inject more meth when the assault occurred. “As I’m >Coming up the road, I hear, ‘Are you all right? Are you all right?’ ” “At first, I thought that maybe they ..were fist-fight­ ing,” King said. He said he heard Collihs yell, “Stop, stop,” and King stopped the car. “As I pulled over the car to the side of .the road, and I look over I see a fluid on Anthony’s left shoulder, and I don’t know what it is. But at this point in time, I’m in fight-or-flight-mode and I get scared. As soon as I put the car in park, I take off running.” King ran into the woods, and through a yard, where he heard a woman yell,“Get him,” to her dogs. He went back to the road where he met up with Smith, who had also fled. “A truck passed by. I wave the truck down, hollering and screaming. When they stopped, I said, ‘I need a ride to town so I don’t go to jail, because I have warrants for my arrest, and I feel like somebody got stabbed back there.’ ” The truck driver pulled into a driveway and King called 911. King said he wasn’t aware of any ill will between Collins and Krebs, and Collins did not do anything to provoke Krebs. He added he did not see a knife, and was not aware Krebs had any weapons on him at the time. Smith was the next to tes­ tify. She was handcuffed and shackled since the police had to bring her in after she failed to come on her own. Smith said she has known King for about five years after they met in juvenile drug court, and attended Pathways High School at Maple Valley. ♦ • ■ W. AV. King, direction until Assistant Prosecutor Jessica Payne asked Dalton King, a prisoner in the Michigan Department of Corrections system, is questioned by prosecuting attor­ ney Jessica Payne. asked her to come over for She didn’t know whose the night, but had not told her blood it was at the time, and about Krebs and Collins until did not see a knife. they arrived. Collins got out of the car, When they picked Smith she said, trailing off. up at her residence in The prosecutor prompted Greenville, Smith brought her to continue, but Smith her pit bull “Toby,” who she had difficulty speaking. said goes everywhere with “Before he got out, he her for protection. Smith said asked me to call an ambu­ she had met Krebs a few lance,” she testified. “I can’t times before, but did not calm myself down enough to know him well, and it was unlock my phone.” her first time meeting She brought up her hands, Collins. still shackled, to demon­ The drive to Hastings had strate, andsaid^he wau^afeseemed fine. Smith said, and ing too motH To'the, he it seemed like everyone was phone. having a good time. Her pit bull was barking “It got weird when David and growling, and she pulled leaned forward and asked the dog and the dog food bag Anthony if he was all right out ofthe car. She said Krebs twice, and he started swing­ was still in the car next to her ing at him,” Smith told when she left the car. Payne. “What’s he doing?” Payne “I thought he was hitting asked. him at first,” Smith said. “I “Thinking, I guess,” Smith didn’t realize, until Dalton said. opened up the door and the Payne asked Smith if she light came on, that it was was afraid of coming into blood.” court to testify. “What do you see when “Not really scared, just the light comes on?” Payne nervous,” Smith replied. asked. She told the judge she “A bunch ofblood, I mean would come back to court if like there was blood on the they needed- her to testify dog food bag, and blood on See TESTIFIES, pg. 10 - everything basically. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 23,2019 — Page 7 Buck Pole more than doubles attendance Bryan Dunlap was the adult winner. Callan Hoefler was the youth winner, pictured with his father Jason Hoefler. ijswrtelWpM®’ ■uisndtylW Organizer Duane Eldred estimated there were between 250 and 300 people at the event throughout the night. a (Kfr Stim j,® iirtBiii oicpm’'1 Taylor Owens Staff Writer This year’s Maple Valley Community Buck Pole set a record, bringing in 59 bucks, more than double last year’s previous record of 25 bucks. Organizer Duane Eldred estimated there were between 250 and 300 people there for the opening night of gun sea­ son Nov. 15. “It was just over the top, the growth was fantastic,” Eldred said. “It was one ofthose nights there was so many people there you couldn’t possibly talk to them all.” The buck pole has been hosted at the empty lot at the comer of Ionia Road and Nashville Highway for at least eight years, and has continued to grow. Eldred said the event start­ ed with Quality Deer Management, who had been hosting the event in Charlotte without much attendance. They brought it next door to Eldred’s store, Duey’s Comer, and it started to grow over the years. Two years ago, QDMA restarted the event in Charlotte, and community Buck’s are scores made from a combination of the volunteers took over the width of their spread, the amount of legal points and the buck pole in Vermontville. length of the longest tine . Eldred said the word of mouth has led to the popular­ ity of the event to take off. “It’s all about the bonding experience,” Eldred said. Many people bring their Antiques, Cottectibies, Oddities kids, and share their experi­ ence of opening day. This year Maple Valley sports announcer Jeff Weiler emceed the event, and busi­ nesses and individuals from Maple Valley, Olivet, Saturday and Sunday Bellevue and more donated December 7th & 8th • 9 am. - 4 pm. items for the free raffle. Eldred said a community Join us in member has already donated a second light pole for next • Discounts Storewide TREE^ year, and the organizers are • Grandma’s Food & Drinks GIFTSj drawing up plans to handle the additional traffic. • Giveaways 6 Unique Antiques An Old Fashioned Christmas Sale Celebrating the Holidays • Holiday Music and other Festivities Traffic was at a standstill at certain times as people stopped by to show off their Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valiev News ads 220 Main Street, Nashville^^ www.66uniqueantiques.weebly.com �Page 8 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 23,2019 Facilitator to county: Get ademographer commissioners their next step will be to begin Rebecca Pierce developing options. Editor A second community When it comes to a new forum likely will take place jail and Commission on early next year, he said. Aging facility, Barry Hackman said “the County’s hired facilitator had success” the first community the following forum generated was in the recommendation for the communication that county board: Hire a occurred. demographer. But commissioners didn’t “We’re architects, not use the word “success” to demographers,” Eric describe constituent reaction Hackman, a senior project to the forum. manager with TowerPinkster, People “wondered about told commissioners at their the thought process about committee of the whole having this meeting and meeting Tuesday. people asking so many “Our recommendation questions,” Commissioner would be to hire the services of a demographer to help us Barry County Commissioner Dan Parker asks the county’s facilitator why a demog- Vivian Conner pointed out. understand the nuances of rapher would need to be hired to determine action on the jail and Commission on “How can they tell you what they think we should have the demographic makeup of Aging facilities. [Photo by Rebecca Pierce] [for the jail or the COA] Barry County,” Hackman when they’re uneducated said. “We do this a lot with Details about how many University] Extension can about what the needs are? proposal that it was schools. “[But] ifwe had gone with “There are services that something we could offer, as residents will be needing give you demographic COA services or how many information.” a plan, there would have provide demographics for well,” Hackman replied. “OK. Fine,” Parker said. families are moving into the The idea of whether the been the reaction: ‘You schools when they project their enrollment. The same “So automatically you felt area would help inform the county would need to pay a already know what you want professional firm to come in to do. It’s a Catch 22.’” thing could be done for the we would need it regardless process, Hackman said. After Tuesday’s meeting, and do the research was not think they they were then. What changed?” ““II think county.” at Tuesday’s expecting [more information “I’m not sure I Chairwoman Heather Wing debated Hackman was the and details],” Parker said. "... didn’t express surprise at the meeting. facilitator at a Nov. 4 understand,” Hackman said. for demographic Hackman has said They thought there should “What brought on that need community forum in TowerPinkster’s budget for have been more reasons why of having information. Hastings to discuss possibility “That was a question that this facilitation process is not we need a new jail and a new crumbling infrastructure at demographics on something came out of the [Nov. 4] to exceed $50,000. But any COA. the jail and the Commission like this?” Parker asked. Commissioner Dave on Aging and what, if Hackman said meeting,” she pointed out. additional cost for a anything, should be done to demographic material would “People want to know how professional demographer to Jackson said, “People were address problems at those offer a view as to “where the many aging people [live do research has not been perplexed coming out of the meeting. It felt like the two buildings. population of Barry County here] ... and what do we discussed. “When we first talked is going.” The purpose of expect for the jail.” Some questions from the reverse; like we were trying with you, did you have not this research, he said, would Wing added, however, that Nov. 4 forum might be to pull information from the experience to know that be to use the demographics the county has access to answered by a demographic them. Neither the jail or the we would need demographics to impact decision-making. plenty of demographic study, but, Wing noted, “You COA got sufficient attention. ahead of time?” “And that gives you the information. can try to forecast it, I don’t One gal from Rutland Commissioner Dan Parker evidence to support the “Most of those statistics know that you can accurately Township was angry. asked Hackman. decision you make in the are probably available,” she predict it all.” “People were looking for “It was stated in our future.” said. “Even [Michigan State Hackman told details. They were not overly impressed with how fast the meeting was. I think, going forward, we need to allow more time.” Commissioner Howard Gibson said, “I had people tell me they’d like to tour these facilities to see the condition of the buildings.” Sheriff Dar Leaf replied, “It’s not a zoo.” Wing asked if a virtual tour of the jail would be possible. Leaf said there may be a way to move the inmates from one area to another to allow the public to view problem areas. At the Nov. 4 forum, the audience of approximately 100 was assembled into small groups of six to eight. The groups were asked to discuss the following topics with the expectation to provide Post-it notes for collection: What are the questions you would like the team to answer? What concerns do you have about the facilities? Did you learn any new information, and, if so, what did you learn? “Several of the questions TowerPinkster can answer directly and will provide a draft for your review prior to the next community forum,” Hackman wrote in a letter to County Administrator Michael Brown. “In preparation for the next forum, TowerPinkster will begin to develop options for both the COA and sheriff’s office. The options will consist of macro ideas inclusive of scale, budget and location types and a broad pros and cons ofeach.” ReThink West Michigan returns Nov. 27 Happy hour-style networking event connects Barry County natives with career opportunities The Barry County Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Alliance is partnering with Hello West Michigan - a regional talent-attraction organization to bring homegrown talent back to Barry County. The two organizations will host the third annual ReThink West Michigan event at the Walldorff Brewpub, 105 E. State St., in downtown Hastings Nov. 27. Guests may stop in any time between 5:30 and 8 p.m. and leave whenever they choose. Preregistration is preferred. The gathering aims to attract former West Michigan residents back to the region. The Grand Rapids Thanksgiving Eve tradition expanded two years ago to a multi-location event, includ­ ing Barry County. On a day when many for- mer students and profession­ als are back in the area for Thanksgiving, representa­ tives from eight area compa­ nies will be on hand to let guests know that it’s time to “rethink” West Michigan. “We’ve had multiple hires as a direct result from this event the last two years, on top of the great exposure for our companies,” said Travis Alden, president ofthe Barry County Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Alliance, a member of the collaboration that makes ReThink West Michigan a multi-location event. “We’re able to showcase regional employers that have openings all over West Michigan, like Spectrum Health; small but growing local firms like MKP CPAs; as well as companies head­ quartered in Barry County DOBBIN'S wUlVIMLE I E AUTO service center , Now offering factory dealer com­ puter programing for N Our Diagnostic Computer Software is Compatible With All Makes «& Models 945-0191 ® JEFF DOBBIN’S Owner, Jeff Dobbin, ASE Master Technician 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE with an international sales footprint like Hastings Fiberglass Products,” Alden said. “They’re all hiring.” Local companies sending representatives will include Edward Jones, Flexfab, Hastings Fiberglass Products, McKeown and Kraai Professional CPAs, Spectrum Health, Thomapple Manor, TNR Machine and West Michigan Works. A listing of career areas for which they are hiring is available on the ReThink West Michigan website, rethinkwm.com, under the Hastings location link. Intentionally designed to be unlike a traditional career fair, ReThink West Michigan provides a casual, profes­ sional environment for net­ working and discovery ofthe career possibilities and grow­ ing companies in the area. “This event is truly unique because it is targeted toward former West Michigan resi­ dents that have moved away,” Rachel Bartels, exec­ utive director of Hello West Michigan, said. “We’re high­ lighting the things people want to know about when they think about relocating: Career opportunities and lifestyle in West Michigan.” Hastings native Gary Pleyte attended the 2017 ReThink event at the Walldorff. After earning a master’s degree in mechani­ cal engineering, Pleyte worked in the automobile industry in Detroit. Eventually, he started think­ ing it might be time to return to West Michigan. “The atmosphere was very relaxed and stress-free,” Pleyte of the ReThink event format. He had assumed he would end up in Grand Rapids because of the expectation that “all the industry was in the big city.” That wasn’t the case. “I was able to land an engineering position for a global company right in my hometown in Hastings,” he said. After ReThink, Pleyte interviewed with a couple of companies and started with Viking Group the following January. Even after being hired, he was still being approached by company rep­ resentatives he’d met at ReThink. He now has a role where he gets to be more hands-on and is responsible for proj­ ects rather than smaller com­ ponents, which he greatly enjoys. He’s had the opportu­ nity to travel a few times already in his new position and felt like a crucial part of the company shortly after starting. “Gary is a great example of why we hold this event,” Alden said. “Here’s a guy who wanted to come back home and needed to get con­ nected. He’s from Hastings and he still wasn’t aware of the career opportunities that exist here. ReThink provides a great avenue for that to happen.” Opportunities in Barry County often are unknown, Alden said, even to those with roots in the area. “We have many phenome­ nal professional opportuni­ ties right here - from engi­ neering to IT to accounting to nursing to quality control, management and everything in between,” he said. “I encourage anybody with family or friends visiting for Thanksgiving to have them attend the event and check out the possibilities.” The event is free to attend, only requiring interested attendees to register online at rethinkwm.com. Walk-ins also are welcome. “West Michigan compa­ nies are growing at an unprecedented rate,” Tim Mroz, vice president of stra­ tegic initiatives of The Right Place Inc., said. “But their growth is limited by access to talent. We have hundreds ofpositions available region­ ally, with a specific need in the areas of engineering and technology, and we would love to see former Michiganders come home to these jobs.” MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events November 2019 BeefRate ofGain Weigh-in, 10 a.m.-noon, 3650 Fighter Rd., Hastings 25 Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting 28-29 Extension Office closed for Thanksgiving Day Holiday 23 December 2019 5 19 24-25 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center Extension Office closed for Christmas holidays �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 23, 2019 — Page 9 Red Pepper Cranberry Sauce Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Yield: 2 cups 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 medium red bell peppers, finely diced 1 cup red wine 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/3 cup white sugar 2 teaspoons yellow mustard seeds 6 tablespoons dried cranberries 6 tablespoons dried currants 1/4 teaspoon salt Heat medium skillet on medium-high heat. 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Find more delicious side dishes at OmahaSteaks.com. �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, November 23,2019 Theater group preparing for ‘The Nutcracker’ Step ‘N’ Time Dance Studio, in cooperation with Crown Theatre of Nashville, will present the timeless classic ballet “The Nutcracker” Dec. 6-8 and 13-15. The Sunday shows, Dec. 8 and 15, will be at 2 p.m. All other shows will begin at 7 p.m. at the Crown Theatre, Home ofthe Revue, 301 N. Main St., Nashville. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for students. The cast, comprised of students from all over Barry, Eaton and Ionia counties, includes: Narrators: Amanda Smith, Cheryl Mater, Emily Shauna and Sheridan Swantek. Giana Young Clara: Rodriguez. Grace Grown Clara: Curtis. Fritz: Evan Fisher. Mayor Stahlbaum: Alex Braker. Mrs. Stahlbaum: Gloria Guernsey. Uncle Drosselmeyer: Parker Auten. Maid: Madison Auten. Parents: Izzi Calton, Kennedy Allyn, Aubrey Pintar, Cameron Wells, Sophie Braker, Cambria Munn Party Scene Girls: Annabella Morris, Elyce Patrick, Taylor Carpenter, Riley Gurtowsky, Lorelai Hatch and Anika Bourassa. Party Scene Boys: Mason Starks, Bo Bourassa, Liam Eastman, Johnathon Morris and Evan Strong. Peacock: Zhanna Reid. Doll Soldiers: Makayla Parsons and Abigail Bauer. Harlequin: Jordyn Downs. Columbine: Kaylee Tucker. Nutcracker Prince: Stanley Bullard. Mouse King: Madison Auten. ATTENTION VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE RESIDENTS 132587 EWING WELL DRILLING INC. The Village Council has an open Trustee seat and would like to appoint someone to fill the position until the November 2020 election. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS Please submit letter of interest and intent to: Village ofVermontville PO Box K 194 S. Main St. Vermontville, MI 49096 * Residential * Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... 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HW VERMONTVILLE THANK YOU Village of Vermontville Now accepting MasterCard & Visa Department of Public Works 132814 VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE COUNTY OF EATON, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on November 20, 2019, the Village Council of the Village ofVermontville adopted an ordinance, Ordinance No. 2019-11, to amend the Village of Vermontville Zoning Ordinance (the “Zoning Ordinance”) by rezoning certain described lands from the B-2 Central Business District to the RS-2 Medium Density Residential District. The principal provisions ofthe amending ordinance can be summarized as follows: Mouse King Lieutenants: Evelyn Scheil and Quinn Waddell. Nutcracker in Mask: Izzi Calton. Nutcracker Lieutenants: Phoebe Birchfield and Ally Herder. Little Mouse: Parker Smith. Mouse Army: Maddie Chipman, Aubrey Yarger, Karlee Davis, Kylie Curtis, Lorelai Hatch and Aubrey Staiks. Soldier Army: Cheyenne Gibson, Julia Mater, Reese Braska, Ada Marie Blakely, Anna Martin and Kearson Keiffer. Snow Queen: Kayli Hansen. Snow Princesses: Kennedy Allyn, Hailey Martin, Julia Mater, Phoebe Birchfield and Ally Herder. Snowflakes: Alice Rohs, Lilli Edger, Layla Bowers and Ella Allyn. Mother Angel: Izzi Calton. Angels: Anike Bourassa, Kearson Keiffer, Taylor Carpenter, Cheyenne Gibson and Anna Martin. Candies: Kylie Curtis, Annabella Morris, Karlee Davis, Lorelai Hatch, Giana Rodriguez and Aubrey Starks. Princess: Spanish Cameron Wells. Arabian Princess: Cambria Munn. Arabian Prince: Alex Braker. Chinese Princess: Aubrey Pintar. Chinese dancers: Maddie Chipman and Aubrey Yarger. Russian dancers: Mason Starks, Evan Fisher, Bo Bourassa, Liam Eastman, Johnathon Morris and Evan Strong. Reed Pipes: Abigail Bauer, Kaylee Tucker, Jordyn Downs, Makayla Parsons and Zhanna Reid. Jester: Kennedy Allyn. Clowns: Maddie Chipman and Aubrey Yarger. Carnival scene; Elyce Patrick and Riley Gurtowsky. Mother Ginger: Sophie Braker. Mini Cupcakes: Parker Smith, Giana Rodriguez, Kylie Curtis, Lorelai Hatch and Karlee Davis. Dew Drop Fairy: Gloria Guernsey. Dew Drop dancers: Ally Herder, Hailey Martin, Kennedy Allyn and Phoebe Birchfield. Dew Drop mini dancers: Alice Rohs, Ella Allyn, Lille Edger and Layla Bowers. Sugar Plum fairy: Lacy Jewell. Sugar Plum dancers: Ada Marie Blakely, Reese Braska and Julia Mater. Tickets are available at https://therevuenashville. seatyourself.biz. More infor­ mation can be obtained by calling 616-902-4193. TESTIFIES, continued from page 6 again. Barry County Sheriff’s Deputy Travis Moore was the last to take the stand. When he and Deputy Shawn Olmstead arrived on the scene, the resident who helped Collins was still on her kitchen floor, in pools of blood holding a towel around Collins’ neck, Moore said. The deputies helped to stop the bleeding until emer­ gency medical services arrived. Once EMS got there, Moore got the K-9 unit ready to track the suspects. A neighbor said she saw a man run through her yard while she was letting out her dogs, so the tracking began there. The trail led through the woods, across Landon Road and eventually ended in a field where the police dog started circling a patch of trees and shrubs. Two shoes were found nearby. Call for Maple Valiev News classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-900-870-7095 “Sheriff’s department K-9,” Moore called out to identify himself. “You in the bushes, come out now. Ifnot, I will release the dog and you will be bit.” Krebs did not come out of the bushes, so the dog went in and bit his shin, Moore said. The deputies then went in and pulled Krebs out, and the dog let go. Krebs was taken to the hospital to have the bite treated, before going to jail. At the end of the proceed­ ings, the judge asked the attorneys for their arguments. Payne acknowledged the burden of proof is lower at a preliminary examination than a trial. “Clearly, the intent of slic­ ing someone’s neck com­ pletely open is intent to kill, so I believe we’ve met our burden,” Payne said. “We do not believe there has been established intent to murder,” defense attorney Jason Jansma said. “We request that the court does not bind this matter over.” The judge said there was probable cause to try Krebs for both crimes, and bound the case over to circuit court for trial. As of Wednesday, a trial date has not been set. ATTENTION VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE RESIDENTS NOTICE OF INTENT TO FILE APPLICATION The Village of Vermontville intends to file an application for federal financial assistance with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Rural Utilities Service. The project includes improvements to the water distribution system and water treatment plant. Any comments regarding this application should be submitted to the Village of Vermontville, attention: Village Clerk, P.O. Box K, Vermontville, Ml 49096. 132586 1. Rezoning. The following described parcels ofland are rezoned from B-2 to RS-2: 142 N, Main Street, Vermontville, MI 49096 (Parcel No, 23-051-000-613-041-01): Commencing 93.74 feet South ofthe Northwest comer ofsaid lot, thence East 105.6 feet, thence South 142.76 feet, thence West 105.6 feet, thence North 142.76 feet to the Point of Beginning. Being part of Lot 4, Block 13 ofthe Original Plat ofthe Village ofVermontville 148 E. Main Street, Vermontville, MI 49096 (Parcel No. 23-051-000-618-051-00): The West 37 feet ofLot 4, except the South 123.50 feet, the North 17 feet of Lot 7, Lots 5 and 6, Block 18 of the Original Plat ofthe Village ofVermontville 2. Effective Date. Ordinance 2019-11 is effective seven days following publication ofthis Notice ofAdoption. A copy ofthe Ordinance 2019-11 may be inspected or purchased at the Village office, 194 S. Main Street, Vermontville, Michigan, during Village office hours. Dated: November 20,2019 VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS for NEWSPAPER CARRIERS! ROUTES (WALKING & DRIVING) AVAILABLE IN BARRY COUNTY * Paid Weekly * &naHor The People Paper' MUST APPLY IN PERSON AT OUR HASTINGS OFFICE 1351 N. M-43 Highway Hastings �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 23, 2019 — Page 11 TREASURER, continued from page 6 *& & £*$5* _ ® “Mfe. fa 1*11^; ™ Wfflfo w UUitt UUittR>. Ht'pifsitBu !*(®ii|ta Pipits- itomtonia isim, H, K^te hdUijtii sdiinli (Alta where the check went.” The discussion over the missing check came up as the board reached its Tax/ Income/Check Policy item on its agenda. Supervisor Jack Owens read aloud a rec­ ommended procedural docu­ ment on what to do when taking in tax checks from township taxpayers. Owens explained that the informa­ tion was written up by con­ tracted township attorney Laurie Tomez, who also aids the township in biennial audits. Owens; then, asked Clerk Rita .Miller , and ShirleyHarmon if their procedures matched that of the recom­ mendations. Miller explained how she normally brings in the checks and acknowledged that she and Harmon don’t follow some of the procedures that Owens listed. “This is one of the reasons I left that job,” Goris said. “I was clerk and I know that if we went by this (referring to the listed procedures), it could not be done because our treasurer is not there at all during the week.” “Rita is getting overload­ ed. She’s taking calls, she’s taking checks. She’s having to go back and forth, and she shouldn’t have to do that. If she does, she needs money for that, she needs to be rewarded. She’s doing half of the treasurer’s job. I know Rita’s not complaining, but down the road she will because it’s only going to get worsp,”,, “We have, a treasurer who took an path of office to do that job,,’ Goris continued. “She’s not doing it. She’s only doing it on Saturday and Sunday and whenever people are inconvenienced. There should be some time during the week that she is in that office.” “We can read these rules all we want but she can’t abide by them. She’s stop­ ping and picking checks up, taking them home,- then depositing them the next day. I’m not lying about this. This is what’s happening. That’s how this lady right out there got a check lost,” Goris said, pointing to Syvia. “That check left the office, got lost, and never returned.” Miller explained that answering phones was part of her job. She said that if someone called with a ques­ tion for the treasurer, she would simply say that Harmon was not there and would collect the informa­ tion and forward it on to her. Harmon said she would then follow up with the individu­ als. : That-led to Owens saying that he would call some of these people to make sure Harmon is following up on these messages. Another exchange between Harmon and Goris followed: GORIS: “I just don’t understand how we went from using a deputy three or four days a week and now we’re using nothing. How is this work getting done? I’m not stupid, I know how it’s getting done. Somebody is doing work.” HARMON: “What are you saying? Are you saying Rod’s doing it at home?” GORIS: “I just want to know how we go from using a deputy three or four days a week to none, how is the work being done?” HARMON: “He was just taking payments mostly. I do all the math.” GORIS: “Shirley, you didn’t even know how to print bills. We had to come down work that Saturday with you. You haven’t done it in three years.” HARMON: “He sat there with me and said, ‘you have got to do this step and that step and then double check this,’ that’s all he did.” GORIS: “He’s not even a swom-in deputy.” HARMON: “I know, but he can give me pointers.” Owens stopped the con­ versation briefly, explaining to the audience that the rea­ son behind the discussion was preventing a repeat of the' loss of checks that occurred last year. “We’re back in the tax sea­ son again, that’s why we’re having this conversation,” he said. “We’re not sure what to do to make sure that doesn’t happen again. We’re trying to make sure procedure is being followed.” Owens then told Harmon that if she didn’t have time to follow up to have her deputy make the contacts. OWENS: “The only thing I can tell you is you make sure Rod’s not doing that stuff.” HARMON: “He’s hot.” OWENS: “1’ih not saying he is, just make sure that he isn’t. We don’t want to go down that road again.” Earlier at Thursday’s meeting, Miller reported that an $800 donation was recently made to the township cem­ etery. The donation came from a young woman from Wisconsin whose aunt recently passed away in Vermontville. Miller said that the woman sent in a check for $1000 when she only owed $200 for the buri­ al of her aunt’s cremation remains. The woman sent a note with the check asking for the remaining funds to be donated to the cemetery. In other township news; - Miller reported that the library is “getting ready for Santa Claus. That’s all we’re working right now,” she explained. “It takes all of our energy.” - A contractor presented plans for the upcoming reno­ vations to the Opera House and fire station to make both GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 48, November 30, 2019 Censure vote actually passed, but Kenyon recommends moving on Taylor Owens Writer Before the start of Tuesday’s meeting, Nashville Village Council President Mike Kenyon announced the vote to censure trustee Gary White, which he believed had failed, was actually approved Nov. 14. The vote was 3-2 in favor of censure, with White unable to vote because he was the trustee being cen­ sured, and trustee Steve Priddy absent. Trustees Kenyon, Johnny Hartwell and Henry Felder voted in favor, while Tanett Hodge and Page Headley voted against. During that meeting, Kenyon said, since the vote would need four votes to pass, it had failed. He said he later learned that the action required a simple majority of those present, so it had passed. Censure, which was on the agenda at the previous meet­ ing after two employee com­ plaints against White, would have formally reprimanded him and removed him from his sole committee appoint­ ment. Both complaints were addressed in closed session, and details were not made public. Village attorney Jeffrey Sluggett, after learning the outcome of the vote and researching the requirements for censure action to be taken, sent Kenyon an email to inform him that the 3-2 vote meant the action to cen­ sure had been approved. “But I’m also a firm believer that things happen for a reason... I’ve had a lot of time to be thinking about things,” Kenyon told council members Tuesday. “...I’m here to ask all of us: Let’s let this go. Let’s come together. “I’m asking our employ­ ees who filled out the com­ plaints, you certainly had every right to do that, but I’m asking you to join me in let­ ting this go.” Kenyon then got up from his seat at the center of the council table and walked behind fellow trustees to the end of the table where White was sitting, and shook his hand. “Gary, would you join me in that?” Kenyon asked. White seemed surprised at the gesture, as he shook his hand. “Yeah,... I’d like to move forward,” White replied, still shaking Kenyon’s hand. “Let’s move forward,. Let’s let this go folks,” Kenyon said. The council then moved on to roll call for attendance. During roundtable discus­ sion at the end of the meet­ ing, trustee Tanett Hodge thanked Kenyon for his com­ ments. In other business, the council: • Unanimously approved a compensation package for Jason Sixberry, who is set to start as Nashville’s Police Chief Dec. 9. The council approved $23.93 an hour, which is normally the second-year salary for the posi- tion. Trustee Johnny Hartwell pointed out that Sixberry is leaving a position as sergeant' with the Barry County Sheriff’s Office where he had four weeks of vacation time, and four weeks of comp vacation time built up. Sixberry has been with the sheriff’s office for 29 years. “Basically, he is walking away from eight weeks’ vacation,” Hartwell said. The typical vacation time for the position is two weeks, but the council agreed to raise the vacation time to three weeks. The compensa­ tion package will be up for review in six months. • Planning Commission member Patti Branham said the commission has been working for about three years on an idea to put a veterans memorial in Parady Park. “We had two or three citi­ zens come in originally and say, ‘You know what? Vermontville has got that really nice memorial down in the park, why don’t we have something like that?’“ The commission asked Ron Holley, president of Patten’s Monuments, to pres­ ent the different options available to the village for a memorial. Holley said the village has a number of options available, from dif­ ferent types of granite, sizes, and lettering, and gave the council a catalog to look at. The cost of the monument would start at around $3,000, Holley said. Kenyon said the money for the monument would likely have to come from fundraising efforts. A possible fundraiser, Holley pointed out, would be to sell bricks with personal­ ized engravings, which would be installed at the site. Many other municipalities Patten’s has worked with have done this, he said. White said the monument would have to be large to be seen from the road and side­ walk, because ofthe benches and trash cans in Parady Park. He suggested the vil­ lage also could look at other locations, such as Putnam District Library, for the site. Hodge, who is chairwom­ an ofthe parks and recreation committee, asked for a writ­ ten proposal from the plan­ ning commission which the committee could review and discuss. • Trustee Page Headley, who also serves on the com­ mittee, asked residents to visit the village webpage at See COUNCIL, pg. 2 Santa stopping in Vermontville The Vermontville Township Library will host Santa Claus at the community center Friday, Dec. 6. Visitors can gather in front of the center to watch Santa arrive at 6 p.m. Crafts and activity stations will also be available for visitors to make ornaments, color holiday pictures, write letters to Santa and enjoy a snack. Parents are encouraged to bring a camera for their holiday photos. The event runs until 7:30 p.m. More information is available by calling the library, 517-726-1362. Timeless Christmas ballet coming to Nashville Few stories have stood the test of time like the story of Clara and the Nutcracker. But since its premiere in 1892, the popularity of the Tchaikovsky ballet has never “We are always refreshing place Dec, 6,7,13 and 14 at waned, rather, it’s become part of the Christmas tradi­ the show, so it’s never the 7 p.m., and Dec. 8,14 and 15 tion for many families. Step same,” Rodriguez said. “This at 2 pjn. All performances ‘n’ Time Dance Studio will year we have several new will take place at the Crown be again present “The characters, costumes and Theatre, home ofThe Revue, Nutcracker” Dec. 6-8 and interpretations of the music. 301 N. Main St., Nashville. It’s a classic, so some things Tickets may be reserved at Dec. 13-15 in Nashville. “It’s so important to me to should never be changed, of https://thenashvillerevue. continue to bring unique course, but I love the chal­ seatyourself. biz or by calling opportunities to dance stu­ lenge of finding ways to 616-902-4193 for more information. dents, as well as our commu­ make it new and fresh.” Performances will take nity at large,” studio owner Kim Rodriguez said. “A lot of people have preconceived notions about ballet, and we are here to remind them that ballet can be enjoyed by everyone. And it’s always easier when you know a stu­ • Soup supper to support Christmas dent or two.” baskets Considering the program is made up of students from • Lions honored among Barry all over Barry, Eaton and County’s best athletes Ionia counties, finding a • Putnam hosting cookie swap familiar face on stage won’t be hard, she said. This is Step • ‘Little Mermaid’ promises big ‘n’ Time’s fifth production of production; Community members the ballet since 2012, and its invited to join popularity continues to grow with each new interpretation. In This Issue IA baHet, “The Nutcracker” has silent conflicts - between make-believe characters and among boys and girls, as portrayed in this scene from the 2017 performance. (File photo) �Page 2 — Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday. November 30,2019 ‘Little Mermaid’ promises big production at Maple Valley David Finkler NASHVILLE, MJ - David Finkler. age 72, of Nashville, passed away peacefully ot Monday, Nov. 25, 2019, surrounded by family. David was bom in Grand Rapids on August 6, 1947, the son of Carl and Jennie (Bono) Finkler. David graduated from Coopereville High School in 1965. He took classes at Ferris State College and then joined an apprenticeship program at General Motors in Lansing. After working for over 30 years, he retired from GM and purchased a sewing company, now called Finkler’s Contract Sewing, where he worked with his wife, Claudia, and his daughter, Amanda for 15 years. When David was not working, he enjoyed bring outride, hunting, fishing, gardening, golfing, spending time with friends, and traveling. David is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Claudia (Bird); his four children, Andrew (Shari) Finkler of Hope Mills, NC, Sheryl (Mark Kline) Fredricks of Rockford, Dan (Dianna) Finkler ofNashville, Amanda (Aaron) Nawrot of Wayland; his sister, Patricia LeMieux; sister-in-law, Helen (Glover) Finkler, 12 grandchildren; one great grandchild; special family friends, Larry and Rae Rollins; several nieces, nephews, neighbors and young as 4. Adults ofall ages are also welcome to join, to help out on or off the stage, and in pre-production. bit as good a show as Grand the high school auditorium. Taylor Owens “Our set is massive,” Vanderhoef also has Staff Writer Rapids Civic [Theatre].” Vanderhoef said she has Vanderhoef said. “We’re lit­ reached out to Step N’ Time A show that has been years in the making looks to bring been working on how to put erally ripping off what Dance Studio for choreogra­ phy and Hastings Community a big-city production to on a show this big for about Broadway does.” The budget of the show is Music School for the pit Maple Valley High School five years. She went back­ orchestra. with “The Litde Mermaid” stage at Broadway shows to $15,000. ‘Trying to raise money to “We’re trying to make it a see how they work, and is this summer. “I think it’s going to knock bringing in a company from do this the right way has full-scale community event,” people’s socks off,” Sing Chicago to help Ariel fly. definitely taken some time,” Vanderhoef said. She pointed out larger Studios owner Sarah Engineers will build a false Vanderhoef said. “We’re not Vanderhoef said. “I'm deter­ floor to move and rotate cutting comers anywhere.” venues were available, but it Vanderhoef said she does was important to her to have mined we can put on every pieces of the set onstage at not want to want students the show at Maple Valley. from Maple Valley to miss “I’m a Maple Valley per­ out on experiencing what big son, bom and raised. 1 raise NEWS FROM THE EATON shows are like, just because my kids here,” Vanderhoef they live in a rural communi­ said. “1 want to see Maple COUNTY SHERIFF S OFFICE tyValley thrive.” “Music saved me when 1 New equipment and The Eaton County Sheriff’s lock your doors and close was in school,” Vanderhoef upgrades for the stage for Deputies responded to 883 your windows, and park in a said. “I’ve watched it save this production will be avail­ kid after kid, who are strug­ able for future shows at the calls for service. well-lighted area. Our higher call volumes Warning device — This gling or are having a hard auditorium. “Ifthat’s the stage my kids were included 24 alarms, 51 layer ofprotection is a visible time.” “I think it’s important that are going to be on, I want it car accidents, 44 citizen or audible device that alerts assists, 20 well-being checks, thieves your vehicle is pro­ everybody have something to be fabulous,” Vanderhoef 10 domestic disputes, 23 tected. Popular devices like that that they can hold said. “If somebody can put shoplifting complaints, 25 include audible alarms, steer­ onto when things get rough.” on good quality shows, I The main cast ofthe show, think people will come out larcenies, six personal injury ing column collars, steering crashes, 14 hit-and-run inci­ wheel/brake pedal lock, which is currently being and support it. I’m willing to dents, 24 property-damage brake locks, wheel locks, finalized, are students from wager my own bank on it.” More information, includ­ crashes, 50 suspicious situa­ theft deterrent decals, identi­ Sing Studios in Vermontville. tions, 25 traffic hazards, 217 fication markers in or on The cast was chosen by a ing how to join, is available traffic stops, 35 traffic viola­ vehicle, VIN etching and group of more than 20 pro­ by messaging the Sing fessional theater actors and Studios Facebook page. tions and 44 abandoned 911 micro-dot marking. calls. Immobilizing device — directors from across North Rehearsals will take place Recently we received the This device prevents thieves America and Europe, she once a week, starting in January. National Insurance Crime from bypassing your ignition said. But Vanderhoef is looking The show is scheduled for Bureau’s listing of America’s and hot-wiring the vehicle. 10 Most Stolen Vehicles for Some electronic devices have for community members to July 31, Aug. 1-2 and Aug-. 2018. This report comes from computer chips in ignition be extras, in the chorus, or 7-9. theft data submitted to N1CB keys. Other devices inhibit work behind the stage. “I want as many kids to be by law enforcement agencies. the flow of electricity or fuel I felt this is timely important to the engine until a hidden involved as we can, because information to get out to you switch or button is activated. they don’t get to be involved with the holiday shopping Examples include smart in stuff like this,” Vanderhoef season upon us. keys; fuse cut-offs; kill said. She is hoping for 100 For 2018, the most stolen switches; starter, ignition, students from Barry and vehicles in the nation were: 269-945-9554 or and fuel pump disablers; and Eaton counties to be in the Honda Civic — 38,426 wireless ignition authentica­ children’s chorus, and the show is open for kids as 1-800-870-7085 Honda Accord - 36,815 tion. Ford pickup (full size) Tracking device the 36355 final layer of protection is a Chevrolet pickup — 31,566 tracking device that emits a Toyota Camry - 16,906 signal to police or a monitor­ Nissan Altima - 13,284 ing station when a vehicle is Toyota Corolla - 12388 stolen. Tracking devices are GMC pickup - 11,708 effective in helping authori­ Dodge pickup - 11,226 ties recover stolen vehicles. Jeep Cherokee - 9,818 Some systems employ NICB recommends drivers “telematics” which combine follow its four “layers ofpro­ GPS and wireless technolo­ tection” to guard against gies to allow remote monitor­ vehicle theft: ing of a vehicle. Ifthe vehicle The Santa Claus Chronicles by Pat Cook Common sense This is moved, the system will Presented by special arrangement with Pioneer Drama Services approach to protection is the alert the owner, and the vehi­ easiest and most cost-effec­ cle can be tracked via com­ tive way to thwart would-be puter. thieves. Based on the story by O’Henry adapted by You should always remove Anne Coulter Martens. your keys from the ignition, COUNCIL, Presented by special arrangement With Dramatic Publishing 4 Community members invited to join friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Charles Finkler, and brother in-law, Eugene LeMieux. Funeral services will be held al the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, with Deacon Jeff Burpee officiating. The family will receive visitors one hour prior to the funeral service on Saturday beginning at 10 a.m. al the Daniels Funeral Home. There willbe a luncheon and time of fellowship immediately following the funeral service at Grace Church in Nashville. Interment will take place following the luncheon at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Funeralarrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please visit our website at www. danielsfuneralhome.net Funique Antiques Antiques, Collectibles, Oddities An Old Fashioned Christmas Sale Saturday and Sunday December 7th & 8th • 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Join us in Celebrating the Holidays^ Discounts Storewide Grandma’s Food & Drinks Giveaways Holiday Music and other Festivities REI I FT ’ Call for Maple Valley News classified ads THonnnppLE (l (Holiday Jhadilion Jhe Fflfd oft the THayi 220 Main Street, Nashville www.66uniqueantiques.weebly.com Wednesday - Saturday, December 4-7 at 7:00 p.m. continued from e page 1----------- PERFORMANCES AT CROWN THEA TREOA-V.’-' V U HOME OF 301 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE NuTCrAcKeR SPONSORED BY FRIDAYS: December 6 & 13 at 7 pm SATURDAYS: December 7 & 14 at7pm SUNDAYS: December 8 & 15 at 2 pm CROWN THEATRE DANCE STIIDI banycounty.org and take a survey to help create the new parks plan. Paper surveys also are available at the Nashville Village Office, and submis­ sions will be accepted until Dec. 31. The council voted 5-2 to give village employees Christmas bonuses, which will cost the village a total of $825. Kenyon, Hartwell, Felder, Priddy and Hodge for the action. White voted against it, and Headley abstained because her father is an employee. The Dennison Performing Arts Center 231 S. Broadway, Hastings j There will be an open to the public dress < ( rehearsal Tuesday, December 3 at 7:00 p.m. All seats are $7.00 ( LIMITED SEATING Tickets: Adults $10, Seniors and Students $8 Advance tickets may be purchased at Progressive Graphics or reserved by _____________calling the Thomapple Arts Council at 269-945-2002 Members of the Community Theatre Association of Michigan B.....A. faR”. R/ ...... fa”. The Thomapple Players is a non-profit organization providing theatrical opportunities to the Barry County area. For more information call 269-945-2332 I �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, November 30,2019 — Page 3 Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Dec. 2 Hamburger, potato wedges, broccoli, bun, apple. Tuesday, Dec. 3 Chicken patty, broccoli cheese soup, tossed salad, bun, sliced peaches. Wednesday, Dec. 4 Smothered pork cutlet, baked potato, seasoned green beans, stuffing, banana. Thursday, Dec. 5 Fiesta lime chicken, cilantro brown rice, fiesta com, diced carrots, orange. Friday, Dec. 6 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, cauliflower, buttered peas, grapes. salad, applesauce. Friday, Dec. 6 Southwestern chicken salad, southwestern pasta salad, diced peaches. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Dec. 2 Roast beef, mashed potatoes & gravy, broccoli, whole grain roll, apple. Tuesday, Dec. 3 Cheese omelet, turkey sausage, red potatoes, oatmeal, juice. Wednesday, Dec. 4 Smothered pork cutlet, baked potato, seasoned green beans, stuffing, banana. Thursday, Dec. 5 Fiesta lime chicken, cilantro brown rice, fiesta com, diced carrots, orange. Friday, Dec. 6 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, cauliflower, buttered peas, grapes. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Dec. 2 Chicken tenders. Meal will need to be heated. Tuesday, Dec. 3 Hamburger. Meal will need to be heated. , Wednesday, Dec. 4 G'hef salad, macaroni salad, mandarin oranges. Thursday, Dec. 5 Egg salad sub, black bean Activities Calendar Monday, Dec. 2 - Holley Trolley Shopping Trip. Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Sr. Group Exercise 9: 15 a.m.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 a.m.; TV Strings 10: 30 a.m.; Painting Group 1 p.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m.; Nashville: Dominoes 11 aun.; Delton: BP Checks; Walking 11 ajn.-l p.m. H,WJ4: Reminiscence. Tuesday, Dec. 3 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 ajn.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Massage 10:30 aun.noon; BP Checks 10:30 am.; Move for Bal. PD 12:15 p.m Train Your Brain 1 pm. ; Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Wednesday, Dec. 4 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 am.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 am.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 pm. N/W - BP Checks. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.; Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. Delton: Walking 11 am.-l p.m. RSVP for Party. Thursday, Dec. 5 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Move for Bel. PD 12:15 pm. Delton: Puzzles/ Trivia; Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.; TV Time Friday, Dec. 6 - Big Room Rental. Hastings: Bingo 9:30 am.; Iron Rails 10:30 am.. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. Open Enrollment Ends. Maple Valley News Published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com • Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & CEO ___________________Hank Schuurlng • CFO__ • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ad deadline Is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. Chris Silverman csilverman@j-adgraphics.com Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com Local Church Schedule GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte Sunday: one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. A.M. Worship..................................... 1 11 am. Morning Worship.......................................... 11 Evening Worship.......................................... 6 Evening Worship.............................. 66 p.m. Wednesday Family Sunday Morning Worship: 930 a.m. .................... 6:45 Phone: (517) 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Church Service.......................... ....... 9 a.m. Sunday School........................... 1030 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study A Spirit-filled Church Sunday School............................... 9:45 a.m. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sunday: pun.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & A.M. Worship............. 11 a.m. girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose P.M. Worship............. .......... 6 MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. "Where Everyone is Someone Special." information call 1-269-731-5194 For Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Wednesday Evening: Worship........................................................... 7 PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR GABE PRIDDY 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 517-588-8415 Children's Classes, Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 am., 600 517-852-2043 (517)7264)258 Sunday Senrice 10 am. Sunday Services: ...................... 1130 am. Holy Communion PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 10:00 am............................. Church Senrice 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville 2415 McCann Road Sunday School............................. 11:00 am. United Methodist Women: PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH ............................. 9:15 am. Morning Prayer PASTOR KAREN KINNEY Worship............................................ 9:15 a.m. 1130 am......................................... Fellowship NASHVILLE Worship Service.......................... 9:45 am. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. 110 S. Main St, Contemporary Senrice, 301 Fuller St, Nashville Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Vermontville, Ml 49096 PASTOR CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE (jive a useful gift, MO&ville gift Certificates NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Children's Sunday School: 930 am. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR PEGGY BAKER (Mon.-Thurs. 9am-7pm • Tri.-Sat. 9am-8pm - ‘Lunch is Served 11 a.m.'2 p.m. - 517-7264)526 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE on life'sjourney, you are welcome here.’ Phone (269) 963-7710 {Monday, ‘November 25 thru Saturday, ‘November 30 ‘Tuesday, ‘December 3 thru Saturday, ‘December 7 Tuesday, ‘December 10 thru Saturday, ‘December 14 3rd Thursday, 1230 pm. Wo matter who you are, or where you are and many other activities. Annual Craft Shows 517-852-9003 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 mites east of M-66 on Baseline) wpttoistaB Now! TV ANTENNA 8 TOWER INSTALLADON. REHUR1 Af MOW CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH Night Service.......... able at the Maplewood After School Art Club Facebook page, or by calling 517-231­ 5629. MOO-ville is located on the corner of M 66 & M-79 in Nashville Sunday School.......................................... 9:45 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH between the Nashville and Vermontville Christmas bas­ ket programs. More information is avail- Digital TV Antennas Cell Phone Boosters 517.64B.O439 803 Reed St, Nashville Prayer Meeting..................................... 7p.m. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange The Maplewood After­ School Art Club will host a p pp soup supper at the Vermontville Community y Center from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4, to bene­ fit local Christmas basket programs. The dinner will accept freewill donations, and pot­ tery bowls made by kids will be sold at the event. “The object is to teach kids the importance of helping others as we learn a skill we enjoy,” organizer Lois Hammonds said. Soups will include bean, split pea, vegetable, potato, c_h_il_i and taco. Various breads and dessert also will be pro­ vided. Funds raised will be split Sunday School................................... 10 a.m. Wednesday Evening: ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES Pottery bowls made by Maplewood students will be for sale at the soup dinner, and funds will go toward local Christmas basket programs. Antenna Men* • NEWSROOM• ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH Soup supper to support Christmas baskets 4 miles west of Nashville MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday Worship.............................. 830 am (1/2 mie East olM-66, 5 mi south of Nashvle) We seek to feed the hungry, . both spiritually and physically. Sunday School .............. 10 AM. Senrice.... ......... 1135 . Mickey Cousino P.M. Senrice.... ................ 6 . Certified Lay Minister PASTOR GEORGE GAY Phone 616-765-5322 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................................. 930 am. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission ol St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville Sunday School................................ 9:45 am. Worship Senrice............................................ 11 Sunday Evening Senrice................... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service................ 630 p.m. RMNA.............................6304 p.m. Wed. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR JOE BENEDICT 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School 9:45 am. AM. Service................................................... 11 a P.M. Senrice 6p Wed. Service ........................................7 pm. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy Sunday School 930 am. PASTOR DON ROSCOE PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Worship ...........................................1135 am. Phone: (517) 852-1783 PASTOR DEAN0 LAMPHERE, Assistant Pastor PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR RICH MITTERLING e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR ERIC LAMPHERE, Youth Pastor 517-652-1580 517-231-3434 Sunday Worship 1030 a.m. �Page 4 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. November 30,2019 Lions honored among Barry County’s best athletes 2019 All-Barry County Football First Team Defense Brett Bremer Sports Editor Football It wasn't the kind of foot­ ball season everyone dreams of in Barry County in 2019. Eastern Equine Encephalitis concerns had schools avoiding mosqui­ toes, forcing many early Friday and even Saturday kick-offs throughout the sea­ son. Homecoming kings and -•■qMccas,^ were ttyowned in broad daylight.. Rain and thunderstorms frustrated players and spectators alike. None of Barry County’s five varsity football teams made the state playoffs this season, and Maple Valley didn't even have the chance after making the move to eight-player football due to dwindling numbers in the fcxitball program. None of those things changed the effort the guys, and girls, gave on the field this fall. Thomapple Kellogg, Hastings and Delton Kellogg all came up just short of playoff dreams, winning five games apiece. Lakewood and Maple Valley both won eight games this season, with Maple Valley doing that in just eight games. The Lions took on some of the toughest eight-player teams in the state in their first season in that competition including the Division 1 8-player champions from Colon. There are a few familiar foes still playing in the state tournament. Grand Rapids Catholic Central, who will join the Thomapple Kellogg program in the OK Gold Conference next fall, is play* Members of the 2019 All­ Barry County Football First Team Defense are Delton Kellogg’s Bradley Bunch and Jordan Reach; Hastings’ Evan Eastman, Ben Ferrell, Tyler Kaiser and Gabe Trick; Lakewood’s John Hewitt and Cam Winter; and Thomapple Kellogg’s Adam Bush, Alex Bonnema, Logan Kimbrue, Ryan Holmes and Colton VanLoozenoord. 2019 All-Barry County Football Second Team Offense Ashton Ripley ing Detroit Country Day for the Division 4 State Championship Friday at Ford Field in Detroit. The Saxons’ Interstate-8 Athletic Conference foes from Jackson Lumen Christi will make what seems to be their annual appearance at Ford Field, facing PewamoWestphalia in the Division 7 State Final Saturday morning in Detroit. Here are the 2019 All­ Barry County Football First and Second Teams. 2019 AII-Barry County Football First Team Even with the construction on M-66 We Are Still Open M66 Brakes • Tune-Ups Mufflers • Batteries Oil Changes • Shocks Struts • AC Diagnostic Services Mechanic on Dut 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66, Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 Pti 616-374-1200* Fax 616-374-4427 Offense Running Back Hugheston Heckathom, Maple Valley: Heckathom was the workhorse of the Maple Valley offense, rush­ ing the ball 166 times for 1j002 yards and seven touch­ downs in eight games. He also scored seven two-point conversions. On defense, Heckathom led the Lions in tackles with 42 solo tackles, five tackles for a loss, a sack, three fumble recoveries and two forced fumbles. “Hugheston had to con­ tend with teams gearing to stop him, but he was still able to rush for over 1,00 yards in just eight games against some of the best 8-man teams in the state and in Ohio.” Lion coach Marty Martin said. Other members of the 2019 All-Barry County Football First Team Offense are Delton Kellogg’s Brady Haas, Cole Pape and Kaleb Post; Hastings’ Ben Curtis, Evan Murphy and Elijah Smith; Lakewood’s Jacob Elenbaas, Sawyer Stoepker and Brent Sweet; and Thomapple Kellogg’s Ben Hood, Noah Kriekaard and Mitchell Middleton. OW SERVING NASHVILLE & ERMONTVILL Fiber - Voice - Data CalHToda v: 5jWS852a Gonnectin qTtheliygfi/bftolKOJ/ w< w1w*mei"rfet 5 Tight End Hunter Bassett, Maple Valley: Bassett had four receptions for 129 yards this season, while doing a tre­ mendous job blocking too. Defensively he had 38 solo tackles and two intercep­ tions, one of which he returned for a touchdown. “On defense, Hunter was our starting slot linebacker, meaning he had to guard the other team’s slot receiver and when there was no slot, he had to align inside over an offensive lineman. His versa­ tility makes him a very valu­ able player in 8-man foot­ ball.” Other members of the 2019 All-Barry County Football Second Team Offense are Hastings’ Hunter A Herding, Austin Bleam, Carter Cappon and Owen Winegar; Lakewood’s John Behrenwald, Jaydon Rodriguez and Garrett Stank; and Thomapple Kellogg’s Blake Monroe and German Villalobos. 2019 All-Barry County Football Second Team Defense Defensive Line David Hosack-Frizzell, Maple Valley: Ajunior in his second varsity season, Hosack-Frizzell had 38 solo tackles and a sack from his defensive tackle position. On offense, he was a pulling guard 80 percent of the time in the Lions’ Wing-T offense. “David has transformed himself ... into a two-way, every-down player. His work ethic, attention to detail and tremendous attitude have made himself and our foot­ ball team better. He was voted co-MVP on the team,” coach Martin said. Linebacker M Raymond, Maple Valley: Raymond was the Lions’ rush linebacker this season, recording 28 solo tackles, including three for a Eli Nelson loss and three sacks. He had one forced fumble, blocked a punt as well and recovered an on-side kick. A senior leader for the Lions, offen­ sively Raymond had 40 rush­ es for 192 yards at fullback, and five receptions for 46 yards, when he wasn’t play­ ing guard. “AJ played his heart out. He missed a game because of strep and finished the year by having an amazing game against Bellevue. In the game, his effort and intensity were amazing. He blocked a punt, recovered an on-side kick and recorded eight tack­ les and chased a Bellevue player 30 yard down field to tackle him after he caused a fumble 15 yards deep in the Bellevue backfield. His posi­ tive display of intensity, focus and effort are what we are looking for from every­ one of our football players on Friday nights.” Defensive Back Blaze Sensiba, Maple Valley: Sensiba split time between quarterback and the Lions’ defensive backfield. He completed 24 passes for 316 yards and added 265 yards rushing as well. On defense, Sensiba had 19 solo tackles, a sack and a fumble recovery. Sensiba, a junior in his second varsity season had never played quarterback before. “His steadying influ­ ence and calm demeanor allowed our offense to grow and become more efficient as the year went on. He was voted co-MVP on the team," coach Martin coac artn sa. said'. , Other members of. Jhe 2019 All-Barry County Football Second Team Defense are Delton Kellogg’s Hunter Belew and Caden Ferris; Hastings’ Zeb Carey, Kyler Madden and Corbin Ulrich; Lakewood’s, Jayce Hansen and Nick Helt. Volleyball The youngsters continue to lead the way on the volley­ ball courts of Barry County. The 2019 All-Barry County Volleyball First team has a pair of Delton Kellogg seniors on it this fall, but then a freshman, a sopho­ more and a trio of juniors round out the list of the top seven spikers in the county. That group ofunderclassmen includes few girls who already have earned all-state honors during their varsity careers and a couple others who certainly have the chance before they’re done. A trio of Lakewood Vikings are a part of the all-county first team this fall, after finishing up their pro­ gram’s fourth consecutive appearance at Kellogg Arena in Battle Creek by finishing as the state runners-up in Division 2 behind the top ranked, defending state champions from Grand Rapids Christian who gave the Thomapple Kellogg girls and the rest of the OK Gold Conference fits all season long. The Lakewood girls cap­ tured their 17th consecutive conference championship this fall, keeping their unde­ feated Greater Lansing Activities Conference string intact. The Maple Valley girls were second to the Vikings in the GLAC this season. In another season, the Maple Valley girls and the Delton Kellogg girls might have been strong enough to Continued next page �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 30, 2019 — Page 5 From previous page •liki. j) .^4 X"*t: ■■» fej^ f^afefe fej ■^.® h^ai ri* *i ■*® IkjWEm tBBCI BHitUijttt • Mt MiMiftfc «» Ik f i& iH« tajliMsi mHi tasjpfftfDttaM? ran ornsii Bit taiHui^ lsjj- Btiitedp (0. ai jiitMsi ;g*< tni|isik* [•jjp. fafflifiiite 4fS fifc If P' win district championships. Unfortunately for their teams, they both ran into the Schoolcraft girls in their dis­ trict tournament in Kalamazoo. The Eagles, the defending Division 3 State Champions, went on to finish as the state runners-up to Monroe St. Mary Catholic Central this season after being one of the top ranked teams in the state in their division all season long. All the county teams faced tough conference foes, with Delton Kellogg taking on Schoolcraft and highly ranked Kalamazoo Christian in the Southwestern Athletic Conference, the Maple Valley girls having to take on Lakewood a couple times in the GLAC, the TK girls going head-to-head with the state champions from Christian, and the Hastings girls facing the likes of Jackson Parma Western and Marshall and other tough Interstate-8 Athletic Conference foes. Here are the 2019 All­ Barry County Volleyball First and Second Teams. 2019 All-Barry County Volleyball First Team Keilyn Carpenter, Maple Valley: A junior, Carpenter had her second straight sea­ son of over 600 kills, finish­ ing the regular season with 678. She was honorable mention all-state in Division 3 as a sophomore last fall and earned third team all-state honors this season. Carpenter was named first team all-conference in the GLAC once again this fall. She recorded 106 aces, 267 digs and 22 blocks as ajunior and added her name to the MHSAA record books once again with a career-high 34 kills in a single match. Trista Medina, Maple Valley: The Lions’junior set­ ter was named first team all-conference in the GLAC this fall, finishing the year with 769 assists. Medina added 271 digs, 79 kills and 86 aces during the regular season, improv­ ing all those numbers from •TEMPUR-PEDIC • ORECK • SERTA • GE •LG ■ FRIGIDAIRE • l« 10 year1 warrant Speed Queen. Commercial Grade Washer Richards 628 W. Lawrence, Charlotte. 543-8332 VISIT US ON THE WEB Valid thru 12/31/19 •TEMPUR-PEDIC • ORECK • SERTA • GE First Team her sophomore campaign. In three varsity seasons Medina now has over 1,775 assists. Other members of the 2019 All-Barry County Volleyball First Team are Delton Kellogg’s Eleanor Ferris and Erin Kapteyn; Lakewood’s Skylar Bump, Aubrey O’Gorman and Maradith O’Gorman. 2019 All-Barry County Volleyball Second Team Josey Terpening, Maple Valley: The Lions’ senior libero mixed up her roles for the team this fall, spending more time as an outside hit­ ter. She responded well, earning second team all-con­ ference honors in the GLAC. Terpening had 397 digs, 76 kills, 71 aces and 61 assists on the season. That was a new season high in both kills and aces. Other members of the 2019 All-Barry County Volleyball Second Team are Delton Kellogg’s Abbie Bever; Hastings’ Abbie Zull; Lakewood’s Kiana Hummel and Jaizah Pyle; and Thornapple Kellogg’s Claudia Lems, Ellie Shoobridge and Claudia Wilkinson. Boys’ Cross Country for residental use WWW.RICHARDSAPPLIANCES.COM Trista Medina Hugheston Heckathorn LG • FRIGIDAIRE Christmas is coming at the Country Kettle. Every Barry County varsi­ ty boys’ cross country team was represented at the Lower Peninsula State Finals at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn at the end of the season. The Hastings varsity boys’ . HofMeCooldM' /Jack £ Judy s\ > Country $ Kettle cross country team qualified for the State Finals for the second time in program his­ tory, placing 17th as a team. Hastings senior Aidan Makled in Division 2 and Delton Kellogg junior Micah Ordway in Division 3 both earned spots among the 30 state medalists in their races at MIS - the first state medal for each. Hastings had the best fin­ ish of Interstate-8 Athletic Conference team at the D2 State Finals, finishing ahead of league foes Harper Creek and Marshall who had bested them in the conference stand­ ings this season. Here are the 2019 All­ Barry County Boys’ Cross Country First and Second Teams. 2019 All-Barry County Boys’ Cross Country Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! FOR OUR CHRISTMAS PARTY. 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State in Nashville * 852-0882 www.HometownLumber.com Monday thru Saturday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm �Page 6 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, November 30, 2019 ALL-COUNTY, continued from previous page Ordway; Hastings’ Jon Arnold and Aidan Makled; Lakewood's Nathan Alford: and Thomapple Kellogg's Nick Bushman. 2019 AII-Barrs County Boys’ Cross Country Second Team Ben Benedict, Maple Valley: A senior. Benedict closed out his high school cross country career by plac­ ing tenth at the Barry County Meet days after running his fastest race ever. Benedict placed 24th at the Lions’ Division 3 Regional in Allendale with a personal record time of 17:58.9. Benedict finished as high as 14th in the Greater Lansing Activities Conference this fall, putting together his best conference race at the GLAC Championship last month. Other members of the 2019 All-Barry County Boys' Cross Country Second Team are Delton Kellogg’s Hector Jimenez and Amon Smith III; Hastings’ Josh Brown, Blake Harris and Braden Tolles; and Thornapple Kellogg’s Brennan Lutz. Girls’ Cross Country The two fastest cross country runners in Barry County, both sophomores, earned spots in the Division 2 Lower Peninsula State Finals at the end of the sea­ son after chasing some of the fastest girls in the state all season long. It was a year ofyoungsters as six sophomores and four freshmen fill ten of the 14 spots on the 2019 All-Barry County girls’ cross country teams. The pack was led by Hastings’ Carissa Strouse and Thornapple Kellogg’s Jessica Durkee who both competed in the state finals at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn earli­ er this month. The Trojans’ conference, the OK Gold, sent four girls teams to the Division 2 Finals. East Grand Rapids, led by individual state cham­ pion Anna Petr, won the D2 state championship. Forest Hills Eastern was fourth, Grand Rapids Christian 12th and South Christian 19th at the finals. Strouse got to see the girls from Coldwater, an Interstate-8 Athletic Conference rival, at the finals where the Cardinals placed 18th as a team. In between outstanding regional performances by all the county teams and the couple girls running in the state meet, the Thomapple Kellogg girls won the Barry NOW HUONG APPLICATIONS lor NEWSPAPER CARRIERS! ROUTES (WALKING & DRIVING) AVAILABLE IN BARRY COUNTY • Paid Weekly • abb 'The People Paper' MUST APPLY IN PERSON AT OUR HASTINGS OFFICE 1351 N. M-43 Highway Hastings County championship at the end of the season, putting seven girls among the top 14 finishers at the Barry County Meet. The top seven finishers from the Oct. 28 Barry County Meet at Charlton Park earned first team all-county honors this fall while the next seven across the finish line at the county meet earned second team all-county. Here are the 2019 All­ Barry County Girls’ Cross Country First and Second Teams. 2019 All-Barry County Girls’ Cross Country First Team Members of the 2019 All­ Barry County Girls’ Cross Country First Team are Delton Kellogg’s Halena Phillips; Hastings’ Carissa Strouse; Lakewood’s Katie Acker; and Thornapple Kellogg’s Jessica Durkee, Audrey Meyering, Elizabeth Meyering and Kendall Snyder. 2019 All-Barry County Girls’ Cross Country Second Team Members of the 2019 All­ Barry County Girls’ Cross Country Second Team are Delton Kellogg’s Aubrey Aukerman and Lily Timmerman, Hastings’ Madison Nino and Allison Teed, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Madison Nagel, Lucy VanDemark and Lindsey Veiling. Boys’ Soccer The local varsity boys’ soccer teams had their ups and downs this season. 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(Youdocuments wil be returned with a new dog tag) Proof of spay or neuter A self-addressed, stamped envelope to Eaton County Treasurer 1045 Independence Blvd Charlotte. MI 48813 Bob Robinson Eaton County Treasurer 1045 Independence Blvd Charlotte, Ml 48813 (517) 543-4262 www.eatoncountytreasurer.org district championship for their program, and then went on to knock offa state-ranked Marshall team in the regional semifinals before ultimately bowing out of the state tour­ nament. The Trojans had a solid season in the OK Gold Conference, but couldn’t quite knock off the league champs from South Christian who advanced all the way to the Division 3 State Final in the state tournament where they were upended in a shoot out by Grosse He. The Sailors started their state tournament run with a victory over the Lakewood Vikings in the Division 3 District Tournament last month. Hastings, Lakewood, Delton Kellogg and Maple Valley all had their own moments to celebrate, and moments against tough com­ petition. Here are the 2019 AllBarry County Boys’ Soccer First and Second Teams. 2019 All-Barry County Boys’ Soccer First Team Eli Nelson, Maple Valley: A first team all-conference selection in the GLAc as a senior forward for the Lions this fall. He was one of his team’s captains. He scored 23 goals and had 7 assists on the year. “Unable to contribute on the field for much ofthe first five matches of the season (due to an injury), Eli’s encouraging commitment and faith shined as he contin­ ued to be a leader in our trainings from the sidelines. Once back in the line-up, Eli began to contribute in other ways, setting a new single season record for goals at Maple Valley,” coach Andrew Roush said. Other members of the 2019 All-Barry County Boys’ Soccer First Team are Delton Kellogg’s Dawson Grizzle and Gavin Houtkooper; Hastings’ Kirby Beck and Keegan Cook; Lakewood’s Steven Bierins and Caleb Fletcher; and Thomapple Kellogg’s Tyler Gehres, Caden Goudzwaard, Aiden Hannapel, Austin Ruth and Owen Woods. 2019 All-Barry County Boys’ Soccer Second Team stats he accumulated, but the little things he did day in and day out for which there is no stat line. Last year he was dubbed ‘Mr. Versatile’, but this year he was also our ‘Mr. Altruistic’ who consistently put the needs ofthe team and others above himself,” coach Roush said. Devin Thompson, Maple Valley: A senior forward, Thompson finished the sea­ son with 18 goals and nine assists. “He was a consistent offensive force for us this season,” coach Roush said. “What I mentioned at the close of last season is still true, regarding Devin being one of those exciting players who you do not want to look away from, because in an instant he can make a great play that changes the course of a match.” Other members of the 2019 All-Barry County Boys’ Soccer Second Team are Delton Kellogg’s James Blackbum and Hector Jimenez; Hastings’ Dane Barnes and Xander Signeski; Lakewood’s Zac Collison, Kaeden Tuitman and Alex Walker; and Thomapple Kellogg’s Hunter DeHaan, Pablo Nunez and Kaiden Pratt. Girls’ Golf It was a great season on the greens, and the tee, and the fairways for the Barry County varsity girls’ golf teams in 2019. The Thomapple Kellogg varsity girls’ golf team won the OK Gold Conference and went on to score an eighthplace finish at the Division 2 Lower Peninsula State Finals. The TK ladies beat out South Christian by a single stroke on the final day of the conference season to secure the conference title. Hastings sent a pair of sis­ ters to the Division 3 Lower Peninsula State Finals. The Lakewood varsity girls’ golf team captured the Greater Lansing Activities Conference championship. A total of eight different girls from the three county teams played rounds at the state finals at the end of the fall, and members of all three county teams found spots on the all-county teams. Here are the 2019 AllBarry County Girls’ Golf First and Second Teams. Owen Bailey, Maple Valley: A sophomore who split time between the goal and the field for the Lions, he 2019 All-Barry County had six goals and ten assists Girls’ Golf First Team with 41 saves as well. He Members of the 2019 Allwas named honorable men-Barry County Girls’ Golf tion All-GLAC this fall. First Team are Thomapple “Owen is a natural bom Kellogg’s Anna Harmens, athlete who did some amaz­ Clair Jansma, Anna ing things this season, but Kaminski, Paige: VanStee; what impressed me the most and Hastings’ Rayna was how much he grew in Honsowitz and Rylee the maturity and knowledge Honsowitz. of the game. It’s great to 2019 All-Barry County have a player who can not Girls’ Golf Second Team only fill the stat sheet, but Members of the 2019 Allalso make others around him Barry County Girls’ Golf better,” coach Roush said. Second Team are Lakewood’s Garrett Pearson, Maple Jacqueline Estep, Emmi Valley: A senior who split Klein, Jordan Shank; and time between forward and Thomapple Kellogg’s Lane goalkeeper for the Lions. He Kaminski, Maddie Shepard was named second team and Paige Willette. all-conference in the GLAC. Boys’ Tennis A team captain, he had eight Many youngsters gained goals and seven assists while valuable experience for the also making 169 saves in net. Hastings, Lakewood and “I couldn’t be more proud Thomapple Kellogg varsity of what Garrett did for this Continued next page team this season. Not just the �th sS jw j as &X I• by. k 4kkk-h*f I S S ’ Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 30,2019 — Page 7 Continued from previous page boys’ tennis teams this sea­ son. The Thomapple Kellogg boys scored victories in duals with its two Barry County foes this season, and closed out their tough OK Gold Conference slate with backto-back victories over Wayland and Wyoming. The OK Gold Conference champions from East Grand Rapids closed out the year by placing fourth at the Division 2 Lower Peninsula State Finals. League-mates Forest Hills Eastern and Grand Rapids Christian tied for eighth in the state in Division 3. Hastings’ Interstate-8 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE § W *2* 'Wna a k*tE , ■ t Mikas x idihaius i to ktoni ris fesijadsi tot 5'ifeuita HO g g 2 st k the 1Ar Art 1 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 OF­ FICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT hav­ ing been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on June 2,2017, by Cheryl D. McCrorey, a single woman, as Mortgagor, giv­ en by her to Commercial Bank, as Mortgagee, and recorded on June 22, 2017, in Instrument Number 2017-006279, Barry County Re­ cords, and re-recorded on July 26, 2017, in Instrument Number 2017-007464, Barry County Re­ cords, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of One Hundred Seven­ ty-Three Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-One and 42/100 Dollars ($173,231.42); 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 be­ come operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV­ EN that on Thursday, January 9, 2020 at 1:00 o'clock in the after­ noon, at the Barry County Court­ house in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry Coun­ ty, there will be offered for sale and sold, to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or ven­ ue 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 prem­ ises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF BARRY, COUNTY OF BAR­ RY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Lot 7 of Cottage Grove Resort, according to the plat recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 21, Barry Township, Barry County, Michi­ gan. Commonly known address: 10894 E. Shore Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046. Parcel ID Num­ ber: b8-03-060-b05-00 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 re­ demption 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 mortgag­ ors) will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemp­ tion period. Dated: November 22, 2019 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & (.SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK penjamin J. Price Alma, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for’Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (11<-30)(12-21) 132966 Athletic Conference foes from Parma Western and Marshall were a part of the D3 State Finals as well, plac­ ing 14th and 16th respective­ ly. Lumen Christi from the 1-8 earned a ninth-place fin­ ish at the Division 4 Lower Peninsula Finals. The county had one player competing with the Lumen Christi boys at the D4 State Finals, Lakewood’s first sin­ gles player Brady Gawne closed out his junior year competing with the state’s best. Here are the 2019 All­ Barry County Boys’ Tennis First and Second Teams. 2019 AU-Barry County Boys’ Tennis First Team Members of the 2019 All­ Barry County Boys’ Tennis First Team are Lakewood’s Brady Gawne, Andrew Finsaas and Owen Rickerd; Hastings’ Joey McLean, Jacob O’Keefe and Sam Randall; and Thomapple Kellogg’s Jack Geukes, James Thorne, Nick Vreeland, Payton Wilkinson, Bennett Halle and Daniel Middleton. 2019 All-Barry County Boys’ Tennis Second Team Members of the 2019 All­ Barry County Boys’ Tennis Second Team are Hastings’ Joe Goggins and John Tellkamp; Lakewood’s Caleb Coates, Clay Dumond, Asher Teigler and Preston Weller; and Thomapple Kellogg’s Josh Wedyke and Sam Morton. Girls’ Swimming & Diving It was an eventful season for the Delton KelloggThornapple KelloggHastings varsity girls’s swimming and diving team, which had its last two stu­ dent-athletes finish up the season last weekend at the Division 1 Lower Peninsula State Finals in Holland. 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Come watch or participate! Call or text 517-231-7554 for more info. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-12-07.pdf 246440d2fd7834207537b12c4c55f44d PDF Text Text Hastings Public Library 227 E State Street Hastings Ml 49058 MAPLE VALLEY new Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 49, December?, 2019 A local paper oftoday! Marijuana sales begin in Michigan Most communities opt for slow, cautious approach Taylor Owens StaffWriter and Bridge Magazine Recreational marijuana sales began Dec. 1 in Michigan, but not in Barry County; where there are no licensed sellers. Baltimore Township is the lone municipality that passed ordinances to allow recre­ ational marijuana businesses. Other townships and munici­ palities have opted out - at least for now. Elected officials in most of these municipalities have said they are waiting to see what the recreational rollout is like before making a more permanent decision. Hastings passed an ordi­ nance banning recreational marijuana businesses, although the ordinance is set to expire in May 2020. Mayor Dave Tossava said the city council is currently researching possible ordi­ nances to put a more perma­ nent decision in place. He expects the council to vote on a new ordinance before May. The first recreational dis­ pensary in Baltimore Township, Kenai Red Group LLC, is expected to open in the Dowling General Store in early 2020. It is set to open first as a medical dispensary, then add recreational sales after about a month. Michigan’s first recreational marijuana sales began last Sunday, when adults age 21 and up were able to buy it in Ann Arbor, which was only city in Michigan with a licensed recreational mari­ juana shop. The number of legal recre­ ational marijuana facilities is expected to grow, but most cities are months away from allowing sales. “This isn’t going to be a flip of the switch where everybody’s going to be able to” sell recreational marijua­ na on Day One, said David Hams, spokesman for the Marijuana Regulatory Agency. As state regulators begin what they call a “slow roll­ out” of the recreational mari­ juana market, industry lead­ ers say a shortage ofcannabis could leave medical marijua­ na patients with fewer options and increase prices of recreational pot. Experts say it likely will be another year before facili­ ties are up and running and supply has balanced out with demand. “It’s going to be a long time... before you get a sys­ tem where it’s fairly conve­ nient for people who want to go to a nearby store and buy product,” said Doug Mains, a partner at Honigman law firm who specializes in Michigan marijuana policy and regulation. Cannabis industry mem­ bers have complained about a medical marijuana shortage MV DECA students go to NYC Taylor Owens StaffWriter It was a field trip of many firsts for a dozen Maple Valley DECA students who went to New York City Nov. 20-24. The students around 575 other DECA students at the annual New York Experience where they had a chance to tour NBC Studios, Macy’s, Madison Square Garden and more. Maple Valley DECA Advisor Richelie Deo said she hopes it can be a regular trip DECA students can have the opportunity to take at least every couple of years. She took students on the trip at previous schools, but it was the first time for Maple Valley students. Only about a quarter ofthe students had ever been to a major city other than Detroit, and many of them said it was such a culture shock that was a bit overwhelming at times. For many students, it was their first time in a subway, or eating in an authentic Chinese restaurant where the staff weren’t fluent in English. “It was a really authentic experience for the kids,” Deo said. “I really enjoy the culture, it’s just kind of different,” Kay Bansemer said. “It over­ whelms you because it’s such a different environment.” After flying to New York, the students and their four See SALES, page 8 chaperones went to Berkeley for months. Industry leaders say there’s not enough marijuana because it takes at least four months to grow, and state regulatory agents didn’t license growers first. Instead, they approved licenses on a first-come, first-served basis for all pot services, such as transporters and testers. The shortage has driven up prices, said Robin Schneider, executive director of the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association. “The prices have been upwards of $4,000 per pound,” she said. “Which is incredibly high, when you look at the rest of the coun­ try. It’s just because the demand is so high. In Colorado, for instance, mari­ juana is selling for $1,000 per pound. Regulators have tried to remedy the shortage by allowing registered caregiv­ ers — who have been allowed to grow marijuana for up to five patients since 2008 — to sell to dispensaries. Their product still comprises more than 70 percent of medical dispensary offerings, the Detroit Free Press has report­ ed. The limited amount of marijuana soon will supply both medical and recreation­ al dispensaries - prompting worries among medicinal Maple Valley students visit Times Square. Pictured are (from left): Ryleigh Courier, Adam Finkler, Carli Deo, Alexis McCool, Blake Joppie, Andrew Sebastian, Ben Benedict, Carsen Musser, Olivia Williams, Kay Bansemer, Duncan Seume and Hannah Kinney. College, where they learned about scholarship opportuni­ ties the school offers to DECA students, See DECA, page 6 High-tech device opens up possibilities for seniors, disabled ed it could help people in tion meeting to explain to the person and their caregiver StaffWriter their area. Nearly two years ago, the “I felt like the program we how it works. They explain Lakewood Lions Club came were using before was out­ that certain functionalities will need an Amazon Prime up with an idea to use dated,” Swiler said. The Sight Seer Radio subscription, and the Echo Amazon’s artificial intelli­ gence companion, Alexa, to Service provides audio of needs a smartphone to set it help improve the lives of news and entertainment up. If the person wants an seniors and people with dis­ geared toward people with Echo, the club will buy it. visual impairment, but (They cost around $100, but abilities. Alexa is a program that Swiler said each item has to frequently go on sale.) Then they will either install it in works similarly to Apple’s be read by a person. Alexa can read its owners’ the individual’s home or Siri, and comes installed on the Amazon Echo, a small ebooks out loud, or play pod­ teach their caregiver how to cylindrical computer with a casts and radio. In addition, install it. “We don’t charge anybody microphone and speaker. The it can carry on simple con­ a nickel,” Sutton said. Echo is then connected wire­ versations. Lion Steve Schuiling helps When Sutton decided to lessly to the internet, and can do a range of tasks, all con­ put the Alexa to the test, he with the technology part of asked it to play Mary the explanation and installatrolled through voice. “Alexa” can read aloud Robbins’ 1959 hit song, “Big tion. As an assistant professor the news headlines, weather Iron.” “Within two seconds, it of Information Security and and search the internet for was playing his favorite Intelligence at Ferris State infotmation. Lak.ewood Lions Club song,” Swiler said. “He was University, he has some experience in the field. President Bill Sutton said he shocked.” But Schuiling said he’s Over the last two years, was a bit skeptical about the device ,.^but quickly con­ the Lakewood Lions Club still learning a few things vinced,; .When his fellow has been buying Amazon from the program. What he originally saw as Lions Club member Pam Echos and installing them in a neat piece of technology Swiler showed him her people’s homes. First, they have a consulta- turned out to be something Amazon Echo, and suggest- Taylor Owens that could genuinely improve people’s lives. “This is a game changer for people,” he said. “That was really eye opening for me.” The first person the Lions Club installed an Echo for was Marion Gillette, the mother ofLion Mary Gillette. Marion, who has since died, was 93 at the time, and blind from macular degeneration. Since her mother had little experience with computers, Gillette didn’t have high expectations that she would like it. “She fell in love with it, she wouldn’t give it up for anything,” Gillette said. Her mother had a tele­ phone for the blind, but it could only fit 10 numbers. With the Echo, there is no limit to the amount of phone numbers that can be pro­ grammed, so Gillette was able to add the numbers of their extended family and friends. “She could talk to whoev- er she wanted, it really made her feel like she was con­ nected again to the world,” Gillette said. One thing Alexa can’t do is call 911, because it doesn’t know which dispatch center to connect with. But the Lions found a way to fix that, and entered in the number for the local 911 Dispatch Center when they installed the system. Gillette said they tested Alexa by going to every room of the house and calling to make sure it could hear her mother if she need­ ed help. “That was a blessing. We could leave the house and feel comfortable leaving her by herself.” Since it is connected to the internet, Alexa is always updating and adding new functions. It played trivia See DEVICE, page 2 In This Issue Lions Club honors members and students Fuller students experience Christmas Around the World Lion ladies work at finding, fulfilling, their roles Winter sports teams previewed �Page 2 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, December 7,2019 Lions Club honors members and students Lions Club member Mark Jorgensen (right) recogniz­ es Bill Martin as the Veteran of the Month with a certificate and U.S. flag. Martin enlisted in the U.S. Army before graduating from high school. He served with a fuel hauling division in Vietnam, where his base took enemy fire, until he was honorably discharged in September 1968. He has volunteered with the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Parade and is active in the Vietnam Veterans of America. Please join the... hville, Michigan Historical Society December 14 Immediately following the Christmas parade Approximately 11:30 a.m-l:30 pan. at the comer of Washington and Main Streets (235 N, Main) for snacks, beverages and well wishes in a festive atmosphere. Visit with your neighbors and learn more about the history of the village. Find out what our plans are for the Hew Year! Christmas is coming earlyfor all ofus at the Country Kettle. WE WILL BE CLOSING EARLY ON I Saturday, December 7 at 6 pm I Lions Club member Bill Martin awards seventh-grade student Julia Mater Student of the Month. Mater plays First vice president of the Vermontville Lions Club soccer, raises pigs in 4-H for the Eaton County Fair and Mark Lawless receives his 15-year Lions Club will appear in two musicals, “The Nutcracker” and Membership pin and letter from Lions Club District 11-C2 “Frozen Jr.” Governor Becky Hamilton. DEVICE, continued from page 1 Thornapple Wind Band in concert Friday The Thomapple Wind Band will perform its second concert of this season Friday, Dec. 13, at 7:30 p.m. at the Hastings Performing Arts Center. The performance also will feature the Music Connections String Ensemble, and concertgoers will hear a mix oftraditional band music and holiday classics. Performers hail from throughout Barry County and some neighboring counties.. The Thomapple Wind Band is open to all adult musicians regardless of ability, and anyone interested in more information on joining the band is welcome to speak to members after the concert. Concerts are free; the band happily accepts donations which help to pay for new music. The final two concerts of the season will be Feb. 28 and April 3, 2020. Hofwe Cookin' /Jack £ Judy Nashville "s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! FOR OUR CHRISTMAS PARTY. Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM Thankyoufor understanding! Nashville 113 N. Main 517-852-9700 games with Marion Gillette, said the rosary with her, told jokes and read aloud the news headlines. It even reminded her when to take her medication. “She loved to listen to lis­ ten to music on it,” Gillette said. “Music is a big deal, every one of our clients uses it,” Sutton said. “It’s value added to their day. Marion Gillette showed it off to everyone who came through the door. “It kind became a little bit of a friend,” Gillette said. Lion Greg Wehby, 57, has been blind for about 10 years, and uses Alexa not just for music, but to listen to TV as well. He connected Alexa to his Amazon Fire Stick, which is a device shaped like a flash drive that plugs into a TV and connects to video services like Netflix and Youtube. He had been using Siri on his iPhone, but Siri can only say a limited number of words out loud. For most questions that Siri is asked, it will display a Google search, but Alexa will read the answers. “It makes life very much easier,” Wehby said. He has Alexa connected to his thermostat, and asks it to change the temperature. Wehby also can shop with Alexa, and ask it to order purchases online. “Once you have it, you start to find other uses for it,” Wehby said. “I think it’s a wonderful program and a great outreach for the Lions Club,” Commission on Aging Director Tammy Pennington said. “I think it has implica­ tions for older adults of all medical conditions, even if they don’t have a medical condition... there’s a lot of loneliness out there.” Studies have shown that people suffering from demen­ tia do not lose their ability to understand and appreciate music. Pennington said music is an important service that Alexa can provide to older people. When the commission finds seniors they believe could benefit from the tech­ nology, they refer them to the Lakewood Lions. They also have a technology person who can help set up the sys­ tem if the person is too far outside the Lakewood area. Sutton said many of the Echos they have provided are around the Lakewood School District where the club oper­ ates, but they can provide them to people outside of their area. But Sutton said they can’t serve the whole state of Michigan, and they are hop­ ing to teach other community organizations how to provide the service. They have been visiting Lions, Rotary and Kiwanis clubs and churches to explain their process and encourage them to start up a program of their own. “It can change people’s lives for the better,” Sutton said. Information on the pro­ gram, including how to get an Amazon Echo through the Lions Club, is available by contacting Sutton at 616­ 745-1151 or at ssoftblll@ gmail.com. Breakfast Nov. 25 to jRaprap up(teta$/yoiv.' benefit Annual Craft Shows Kevin Root Tuesday, December 3 thru Proceeds from this month’s community breakfast at the First Congregational Church in Vermontville will benefit Kevin Root. A farmer and owner of the Maple Leaf Inn, Root fell off a combine Nov. 25, and it ran over his legs. He faces multiple surgeries and a long recovery ahead. The breakfast will take place from 8 to 10 a.m., and will include biscuits and gravy, pancakes, eggs, sau­ sage and toast. Free-will donations will be given to the family. Saturday, December 7 Tuesday, December 10 thru Saturday, December 14 f*TMhuorns.. 9am-7pm • Tri.-Sat. 89*apm Qive a useful gift, fM(9&ville gift Certificates - ‘Lunch is Served 11 a.m.-2p.m. MOO-ville is located on the comer of M-66 & M-79 in Nashville 517-852-9003 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 7,2019 — Page 3 Choral society to present Christmas concert for all ages ‘<S<» 4 fi' ■idsth uin ■ JidisLth fc**jj ksiWWin j* 3 *3* w w! L ba iimsaliitjai "■snitbmd « (M' kaai^ty « ‘a itattaM ha BMhopi in kgn|t|Mi ■Eli isalhs,taj mi tai tails rite iBd Mjatajaiii Hit Sffir.il". >’ Miitafi' m li 1 ci (hiii :K. fefllitto’fe art ®i ja MnaoioiiitF ,«b jjl! tb ilk Members ofthe Lakewood Other repertoire includes Area Choral Society and “Carols of the Manger” from Lakewood Area A Capella “Canticle of Joy” by Joseph Choir are excited to present M Martin, featuring soloists their “Christmas is Coming” Jill VanZyl, Jack Vos, Joyce concert at the Hastings Reid, Jim DeYoung and Performing Arts Center Dec. Kristen Kennedy. 15 at 3 p.m. Songs will range A quartet with Cindy from secular to sacred and Olson, soprano, Mary will include tunes for all Kuhlman, alto, David Parker, ages. tenor, and Paul Kuhlman, The doors will open at bass, will perform a contem­ 2:15 p.m. In lieu of tickets, a porary setting of “In the freewill offering will be col­ Bleak Midwinter” arranged lected. by Nathan Jones. The concert will open with The acapella group will the fast-paced “Christmas is perform several numbers, Coming,” arranged by Mack including “Noel, Noel, Noel” Wilburg, featuring Susan and a madrigal by George Strid, Robert Morton on piano. the 17th century Latin motet Other numbers include the by Tomas Luis de Victoria, familiar “There’s a Song in “O Magnum Mysterium,” the Air,” arranged by Ruth and the humorous “Throw Elaine Schram, the poignant the Yule Log On, Uncle “Lo, How a Rose E’er John” by the fictitious com­ Blooming,” arranged by Joel poser P.D.Q. Bach, edited by Raney, and “The Christmas Peter Schickele. Waltz,” with words by Other pieces include “Ding Sammy Cahn and music by Dong Merrily on High,” Jule Styne, arranged by Mark arranged by Camp Kirkland, Hayes. which will feature an antiphA wild and wacky LACS onal choir surrounding the version of “The Twelve Days audience, “The Shepherd’s of Christmas” arranged by Carol,” a tender lullaby Robert Oster includes audi­ arranged by Dan Forrest, and ence participation. “Hallelujah Chorus” from “Messiah” h byv b y rG,,PePeoA o rmges rF. Handel. The concert will conclude with the solemn “Night of Silence,” by Daniel Kantor, featuring Cathie Ott on flute and Cindy Olson on digital keyboard. As is customary, the audi­ ence will join the choirs by singing “Silent Night” during the last verse. The choral society is con­ cluding it’s 34th year under direction of founder Dr. Robert C. Oster, and is accompanied by Susan Morton. The mission of the choral society is to provide for its members an atmo­ sphere that promotes learning and enjoyment of choral music and present superior performances of choral music. semiprofessional This choir is seeking new members for the 2020 season. Details will be available at the concert. WBCH 100.1 FM and wbch.com will be rebroad­ casting the concert at 8:30 am. Christmas Day. Eighteenth year of Teens Against Tobacco Use underway Another year of “tobac­ co-free” education began Wednesday, Dec. 4, with the annual Barry County Teens Against Tobacco Use train­ ing. Nearly 70 high school students from five Barry County high schools partici­ pated in the day-long training to help them become TATU leaders and teams. The 18th annual TATU training was hosted by YMCA Camp Algonquin and involved students from Delton Kellogg, Hastings, Lakewood, Maple Valley and Thomapple Kellogg. Teens Against Tobacco Use is a prevention program developed by the American Lung Association. The pro­ gram began in Barry County in 2002 and has grown over the years. TATU facilitators Emily Churchard-Godfrey, Hannah Napolillo, Bree Gladstone, Lauren Metcalfe and Liz Lenz, prevention staff and volunteers with Barry County Community Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services arid the Barry County Tobacco Reduction Coalition, led the training. Now that training is com­ plete, the teen leaders will form TATU teams back at their schools and put together their own positive and inter­ active presentations on the importance of being tobacco and nicotine-free. During winter and spring of 2020, the teens will share their message in fourth grade classrooms across the county. The training and the upcoming presentations are designed to be fun, interac­ tive and educational and to focus on making healthy decisions. High school stu­ dents and fourth-graders learn about the harmful chemicals in cigarette smoke and vaping aerosols, the health problems associated with tobacco and nicotine, the cost of smoking, and the impact of nicotine on blood vessels, as well as many other activities. and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Dec. 9 Chicken tenders, macaroni & cheese, mixed vegetables, broccoli, orange. Tuesday, Dec. 10 Chicken breast sandwich, minestrone soup, applesauce. Wednesday, Dec. 11 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes & gravy, buttered peas, dinner roll, banana. Thursday, Dec. 12 Ham, sweet potato casserole, buttered buttered com, Hawaiian roll, dessert. Friday, Dec. 13 Potato crunch pollock, tator tots, seasoned green beans, pear. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Dec. 9 Sliced roast beef & cheddar cheese sub, coleslaw, grapes. Tliesday, Dec. 10 Turkey pasta salad, grape tomatoes, diced peaches, club crackers. Wednesday, Dec. 11 Asian chicken salad (nuts), macaroni salad, fruited jello. Thursday, Dec. 12 Chicken salad, sandwich thin, garbanzo bean salad, mandarin oranges. Friday, Dec. 13 Taco salad, Mexican bean & rice salad, pineapple, salsa. TATU is a prevention ser­ vice of BCCMHA and receives grant funding from the Barry Community Foundation, Tobacco Settlement Funds for this Home Delivered program. TATU is also sup­ Hearty Menu ported with funds from Barry Monday, Dec. 9 County United Way and Macaroni & cheese, Southwest Michigan cauliflower, black beans & Behavioral Health. com, orange. Tuesday, Dec. 10 Hamburger, com, broccoli, bun, applesauce. Wednesday, Dec. 11 Mini pancakes, turkey sausage, red potatoes, banana. Thursday, Dec. 12 NEWEST CITIZENS BBQ chicken thigh, brown rice, sauteed spinach, mixed vegetables, apple. Friday, Dec. 13 Alaskan stuffed salmon w/ dill sauce, buttered peas, sweet potatoes, pear. Activities Calendar Monday, Dec. 9 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Sr. Group Exercise 9: 15 ajn.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 a.m.; Tech Monday by appt.; TV Strings 10: 30 ajn.; Painting Group 1 p.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 ajn.; Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.; Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. H,W,N: Reminiscence. Tuesday, Dec. 10 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Move for Bal. PD (dining room) 12:15 p.m Train Your Brain 1 p.m. (craft room); Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 a.m.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 ajn.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Parkinson’s Support 5 p.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.; Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12 Hastings: Ornamental Journey Holiday Party 10:30 ajn.-12:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13 Hastings: Bingo 9:30 ajn.; Iron Rails 10:30 a.m.. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 ajn. 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Gokay, seen here at right in a circa1910 photo with friends Carl Lentz (left) and Bob Messimer, made his observation in 1956 from the vantage of a bench in Central Park, reported Don Hinderliter. Nashville’s Central Park was a stopping point for thirsty travelers who spotted a drinking fountain there. However, they were sorely disappointed, for the fountain of the 1930-’40s era was non-functional by the mid-1950s, when Editor Hinderliter stepped up his campaign for a sanitary public drinking fountain in downtown Nashville. The park is seen here in a westward view in the mid-1920s. have a few items in mind that we’ll continue to harp on. One ofthese is a good public drinking fountain in down­ town Nashville. You may recall that we In 1956, a drinking fountain, was proposed for installation in a five-minute parking woofed about drinking founzone in front of Nashville’s post office, then located in the McDerby Block on the tains most of last summer, southeast corner of the Main and Washington streets intersection. This would be a without success. But we’re handy spot for tourists passing through town, who often were seen searching the still hopeful, and that hope business district for a refreshing drink of water. In this 1950s photo, the McDerby involves a constantly-flow­ Block houses the post office (left) and Nashville Paint & Supply Company (center). ing, sanitary drinking foun­ tain in Central Park, where travelers passing through This column by Susan we have featured some 1941-1956. The excerpts town can' guzzle the best Hinckley originally appeared favorite “Backstreet have covered a wide range of Nashville can offer. in the July 4, 1989 Maple Barometer columns written topics. Anyone who has seen a Valley News. by the late Donald F. Today, all of the offerings car stop at the curb near the Hinderliter, editor-publisher in this column pertain to one old dry fountain, a bunch of For the past several weeks of the Nashville News from of Hinderliter’s favorite kids pile out to get a drink, causes: need of a public and then watched the reac­ drinking fountain in the vil­ tion when the find there’s no lage. All of these appeared in water, will agree that this AUTO SERVICE CENTER 1956. should be a key plank in the Now offering factory dealer com­ platform for this year 1956. puter programing for Some newspapers carry a President Maker and continuous sort of“platform” members ofthe village counOur Diagnostic Computer Software below their masthead, listing cil, please note. is Compatible With All Makes & Models certain improvements for their town, which they pledge Obviously, the Nashville *91495-0 to work for and hammer News carries no influence, or O JEFF DOBBIN ’ S AUTO SERVICE. INC. away at until accomplished. something would have come Over 28 years experience We’ve never gone to such to our dedicated crusade for 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE officious lengths, but do a public drinking fountain on Main Street. But never let it be said the News editor has PUBLISHER’S given up or forgotten the NOTICE: issue. All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Nashville is well on its The sudden loss of our husband, father, and t Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ way toward being known as gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or grandfather Rick Andreau, brought an outpouring of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, the one town on Highway support from friends, family and the Lake Odessa, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or M-66 where thirsty tourists marital status, or an intention, to make any such Maple Valley and surrounding communities. We preference, limitation or discrimination” Familial have to go to the taverns or would like to thank the Lake Odessa Fire Department status includes children under the age of 18 living soda fountains to beg a drink with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women along with all the extra men that stopped to help. and people securing custody of children under 18. of water. We will continue to Jill Nelson and Verdun Funeral Home, thank you This newspaper will not knowingly accept join their complaining cho­ any advertising for real estate which is in viola­ for taking such expert care of Rick and our family. rus until the village fathers tion of the law. Our readers are hereby informed Thank you Tommy and Tim from Buddy’s on the that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are see fit to install a modem, available on an equal opportunity basis. To report Beach who provided the venue for Rick’s memorial. discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at constantly-flowing drinking Finally, we are grateful to all the friends, neighbors, 616-451 -2980. The HUD toll-free telephone num­ fountain somewhere some­ ber for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. and co-workers who came bringing food, cards, where in the business dis­ j ^stories and love for Rick and our family. trict. Otis Gokay is one of the - Jill and Family e latest to furnish statistics on BOBBIN'S the perennial disgrace to Nashville. Last Sunday, while contemplating the uni­ verse from the vantage of a bench in Central Park, he watched the thirsty occu­ pants of three cars get out, scan Main Street in vain, and then start a search for a drink of water. (The two preceding pieces appeared in Hinderliter’s “Barometer” in April and May, respectively, on Page 4, the traditional spot for his column. However, on June 14, the “Barometer” appeared on the front page of The News under a blank outlined two-inch square. Under that eye-catcher appeared these comments by Editor Hinderliter.) The above pictures, snapped by the Nashville News society photographer and snake editor, shows Nashville’s public drinking fountain. The picture really needs a bit of explanation. You see, it’s like this: Nashville doesn’t have a public drinking fountain, and that is why there is very little detail to be found in this pic­ ture. As a matter of fact, the News photographer and snake editor didn’t bother to put film in his camera, since there was nothing to photo­ graph. However does Nashville get along without a public drinking fountain? Well it isn’t easy, but it can be done. People who live here have learned to fill up on water before coming downtown. Ofthe country folks, roughly one-half just go dry like camels until they again reach water and the other half wrangle a drink in some manner or other. Some drink beer, which is Available for a price, or soft drinks, which can be bought in an number of spots. Others go through the embarrassing procedure of walking into a soda fountain dr tavern and begging a drink ofwater. Tourists passing through town, with cars full ofthirsty youngsters, often stop on 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. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 0076 NASHVILLE NASHVILLE HWY. HW VERMONTVILLE Now accepting MasterCard & Visa �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, December 7,2019 — Page 5 Always making the district better Dr. Katherine Bertolini Superintendent This is an exciting week in The Valley. Back in October, PBS came to Maple Valley and shot footage for a docu­ mentary. This week, “Heartbeat of of the Community: Recruiting and Retaining Teachers" pre­ miered at Central Michigan University, and I was on a panel to dig deeper into the subject. We will host our own showing of the movie sometime in January. Fourth grade teacher Matt Powers and Spanish teacher Andrew Barna are featured in the film both in their class­ rooms and interviews. The focus of the documentary is how to build a strong teacher core in these very challeng­ ing times when many folks are just not going into educa­ tion. There are many chal­ lenges, and the documentary addresses many of them, but it also celebrates what is spe­ cial and wonderful about teaching and learning in a rural community. I am really excited to share this film with our community because it will be a great conversation starter and also because it showcases posi­ tive programs designed to make a difference in the lives of teachers and students. One of the common themes that emerged was how much the school and community are interconnect­ ed, which is theme of this week’s article. I also want to welcome my co-author this week chemis­ try and choir teacher Ryan Rosin, who epitomizes much of what is featured in the documentary: Teachers who remain in their hometowns to do what they love — teach and learn along with their students. Ryan Rosin Teacher I am allowing students to earn “experience points” every month. The focus is on the word inertia: A body at rest tends to stay at rest, while a body in motion tends to stay in motion. Experience points vary from student to student, so that all students are pushing the limits oftheir comfort zone outside of school. Examples of experience points include the following: -A student contacted Dr. Pol, a vet with a show on Animal Planet. He agreed to let her shadow him for a day as he makes house calls. -A student contacted the owner of the professional soccer team in Lansing and a WILX sportscaster and was able to spend the day with Thank you, Mr. Rosin, for encouraging your students to love where they come from as much as you do and to reach for the stars at the same time. This is a great example of how we can promote career readiness and expand our students’ world at the same time. Who knows where these experience points could take them. Please be sure to put the band concert, choir concert him, including joining the soccer team for a practice. -A student found a man in Howell who gives free air­ plane rides to high school students considering careers in aviation. She was able to fly his plane that day and is now taking lessons to become a certified pilot before she graduates from high school. -Some students who were afraid to drive in big cities drove to Grand Rapids and Lansing. -A group of students are working on starting a Maple Valley competitive fishing team. The goal is to give stu­ dents the skills and confi­ dence they need to dream big and work a plan to achieve those dreams. Fix the roads (of life) Pastor Joe Benedict Vermontville Bible Church Ifanyone can understand construction it is people driving through Nashville on M-66 or attempting to reach Ionia over the past summer. Road construction is not an attractive thought or idea. I have conversed with several people who are disgusted with the high amounts of construction and the inability to get anywhere without a detour. The fact of the matter is this: Construction is necessary if we want a situation to improve. Jesus Christ came into the world to save sinners, and I have no doubt that I am included in that statement. Through trust in Jesus Christ, only for the forgiveness of sins, I am given a perfect standing in the eyes of God. I am far from perfect, but the perfect blood of Jesus purifies me from sinfulness in God’s eyes. Therefore, I am saved, and my eternal destination is etched through the blood ofJesus in heaven someday. While my destination is fixed in heaven through Jesus, I still have to travel the road of life. When we come to Christ in faith, there may be some Continued from previous pag Main Street and search the business district for a drink­ ing fountain. The expressions on their faces as they depart, still thirsty, would also make a fine subject for a candid cameraman. Ed Kane has come up with a suggestion and offer that could lead to getting a drink­ ing fountain. He and his wife own the post office building and the store building next door, occupied by Nicholas Appliance store, and Ed offers to run a water pipe out from the basement of the post office, to a fountain that could be erected at the curb directly in front of the post office. Since this is a five-minute parking zone, motorists could drive up and stop brief­ ly for a drink, and pedestri­ ans also would find the loca- tion convenient. Ed figures the water line could be run under the sidewalk between two concrete slabs, and he even offers to help with the job. Such matters, of course, cannot be rushed into blindly. But there does appear to be some hope for action on the part of the village fathers before long. It may not be necessary to raise the price of fountain by popular subscrip­ tion, but if you have a spare dollar or so, hang onto it until we see. (The following piece appeared in the “Barometer” on Aug. 23, 1956.) After crusading off and on for a couple of years for a municipal drinking fountain on Nashville’s Main Street, the foolish Outdoor Editor of GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St, Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Sunday School................................... 9:45 a.m. Charlotte A.M. Worship.................................................... 11 Morning Worship................................... 11 a.m. 6 p.m. one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. .Evening Worship Evening Worship............................................... 6 .Wednesday Family Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Night Service................................... 6:45 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.................................................. 7 . Phone: (517) 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) ........ 9 a.m. Church Service............................ Sunday School............................ 10:30 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St, Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m.t 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. information call 1-269-731-5194. For GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Sunday: .11 a.m. P.M. Worship............. ........... 6 United Methodist Women: 517-852-2043 ....................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Worship............................................... 9:15 a.m. 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday Worship................................. 8:30 a.m (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. Sunday School ............... 10 . A.M. Service.... ......... 11:15 . Mickey Cousino P.M. Service.... .................. 6 . Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 PASTOR GEORGE GAY ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass..................................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS 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 Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Senrice... :30 p.m. AWANA................................ 630-8 p.m. Wed. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR JOE BENEDICT 304 Phillips St., Nashville Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, A.M. Service...................................................... 11 a PASTOR GABE PRIDDY Sunday Services: ................................ 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK Sunday School.................................. 9:45 a.m. Leadership Training INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Common Prayer used for all senrices. 517-588-8415 11: 00 a.m.......................................... Fellowship 301 Fuller St., Nashville A.M. Worship............. 11:00 a.m. PASTOR KAREN KINNEY (517) 554-7267 Sunday School................................... 9:45 a.m. Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. 2415 McCann Road Sunday School 10: 00 a.m................................. Church Service REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR A Spirit-filled Church ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS Worship Service............................. 9:45 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Phone (269) 963-7710 PEGGY BAKER 517-726-0526 bumps in the road. Those bumps may look like a sloppy work ethic, addictions, zero empathy, self-centeredness, allowing oneself to be in a tempting environment, etc. We want the road to be smooth, but cutting out some of these sinful issues can cause a lot of inconvenience. MDOT cannot overlook a dilapidated bridge or a rundown road. Likewise, we cannot fail to notice and agree with God about repairing the cycle of sin in our lives. It may be inconvenient but ultimately leads to smooth paths. What are the bumps in our lives that need a little more attention? James 1:23­ 25 says, “For if anyone is a hearer ofthe word and not a doer, he is like a man observing his natural face in a mirror, for he observes himself, goes away and immediately forgets what kind of man he was. But he who looks into the perfect law of liberty and continues in it, and is not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this one will be blessed in what he does.” If we trust in Jesus Christ, we will reach heaven one day (John, 5:24), but why not fix the roads and experience the joy of a smooth ride on the journey. NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. ‘No matter who you are, or where you are on life’sjourney, you are welcome here. ’ (Nursery Provided) Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange 1989 note: Today, Lewie Schulze recalls that the drinking fountain in front of his store froze and broke the first winter after it was installed. Neither he nor the village ever replaced, and the old fountain at Central Park was never rejuvenated, either. The earliest “water spots” on Nashville Main Street, recalls Lewie, were tow hand pumps located in front of stores in the downtown area. Each was equipped with a single, commonly-shared cup. CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH Sunday: ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES would be provided. This year he’s done himself proud, with a real pretty, sanitary, approved fountain, and we’re proud ofhim, even though he doesn’t rescue us from pay­ ing off that bet. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH Sunday School........................................10 a.m. Local Church Schedule the Nashville News made a wager some weeks ago that the fountain promised by the village council would be installed and flowing in time for the Harvest Festival. It now appears this was a bum bet. But Hola, Yolks and Stuff! Nashville WILL have a drinking fountain for the thirsty water-drinking public this weekend. It’s already installed just outside the front entrance of Lewie Schulze’s store, which in the old days was Diamante’s Confectionary, then Olmstead’s and in recent years just plain Lewie’s Place. Lewie hooked up a make­ shift drinking fountain at the curb for last year’s Harvest Festival when it became evi­ dent no municipal water spot and art show in your calen­ dars to enjoy holiday festivi­ ties and our marvelous stu­ dents. The band will perform from 3 to 5:15 pin. Sunday, Dec. 15, in the high school gym. The art show will take place at 6 pm. in the cafete­ ria, and the choir concert will follow in the auditorium Dec. 16. Please come out to cele­ brate with us because it is a great SEASON to be in the Valley. P.M. Service....................................................... 6 p Wed. Service 7p QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. M-79 West Sunday School 9:00 a.m. PASTOR DON ROSCOE PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Worship............................................. 11:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Worship................................................................ 7 Phone: (517) 852-1783 PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE, Assistant Pastor PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR RICH MfTTERLING PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR ERIC LAMPHERE, Youth Pastor 517-652-1580 517-231-3434 Wednesday Evening: �Page 6 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, December 7,2019 Fuller students experience Christmas Around the World Mykah and Tiffany Deboer work together on a craft. Eva Graham visits Italy during Christmas Around the World. DECA, continued from page 1 The group went to NBC Studios, where they saw the stage for Saturday Night Live and Late Night with Seth Myers. They were even able to film a five-minute video of their own using one of the stages. The students also got a tour of Madison Square Garden, where they learned how the venue transforms for different events. During their downtime, the students went to the Empire State Building, saw the Radio City Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, had their first can­ noli in Little Italy and visited the 9/11 Memorial Museum. Deo said it was important for her to take the students to the museum because they are too young remember Sept. 11. “I think they could really feel it,” Deo said. Unfortunately, it turned into another small adventure Chaperones (from left) Mary Lesage, Richelie Deo and Christen Martinson hang for the kids when the muse­ out with a toy soldier. Dan Finkler also was a chaperone. um lost power and the lights “It was a good bonding Lions Club, who made them like Alexis McCool, thought went out. The students were underground in different experience,” Carsen Musser a donation, and wrote a grant there were too many people. to the Barry Community But Adam Finkler said he groups at the time. Some said. It took a lot of fundraising, Foundation Youth Advisory plans to move there some groups were evacuated, while the others didn’t know what including pastry and candle Council. day. After their first experience was going on. But all the sales, concession stand work Ryleigh Courier, Carli students were with their and more to help pay for the with the big city, the students chaperones and were able to trip. The students also gave a are divided on whether they Deo and Adam Finkler in meet up with each other later. presentation to the local would like to go back. Some, front of Rockefeller Center. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, December 7,2019 — Page 7 Charlton Park celebrating ‘Of Christmas Past’ Dec. 14-15 Children and the young at heart can delight in the holi­ days of yesteryear during the “Of Christmas Past” event at Historic Charlton Park Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 14 and 15, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The park’s tum-of-thecentury village and museum will be staffed by volunteers and adorned with festive dec­ orations, including a train display and fresh evergreens. Guests can take a wagon ride and then visit with St. Nicholas, who will have plenty of candy canes for good boys and girls. In celebration of the sea­ son, guests are encouraged to make holiday crafts, includ­ ing a candle and yam doll. Traditional food and drink samples will be available throughout the village, such as wassail, roasted chestnuts, cinnamon and sugar apples, and popcorn. In addition, the Charlton Park Foundation Board will provide coffee and cookies at the Sixberry House. Live holiday music will ring through the Carlton Center Church courtesy of the Thomapple Valley Dulcimer Society. The park gift shop also will be open. Daily admission is $6 for anyone age 13 and up; $4 for children 5 to 12; and free to children 4 and under. Additional information can Turning (Back the ‘Pages 40 years ago in the Maple Valley News Regardless of weather, the Of Christmas Past event at Historic Charlton Park lets visitors take part in many old-fashioned traditions. (File photo) be found online at charltonpark.oig Seniors at Maple Valley show a three-act “farce” titled “She Fainted Again.” Pictured are (seated from left) Carol Appelman, Deb Barton, Jeff Mead, (standing) Lora Reid, Dennis Jarrard and Tony Joostberns. Historic Charlton Park is at 2545 S. Charlton Park Road. Sing Studios adds more trophies Just 11 Sing Studios students brought home these trophies from the Music Achiever’s Conservatory’s Fall Classic at the Evola Music School in the Detroit area. The students had nine first-place, 11 second-place and six third-place finishes. Sing Studios owner Sarah Vanderhoef said they competed in multiple different categories with more than 500 other singers. But Sing Studios is winding down from some com­ petitions as it prepares for “The Little Mermaid,” which will show at the Maple Valley High School auditorium July 31, Aug. 1-2 and Aug. 7-9, next year. Students in Mrs. Jacoby’s fourth grade class made Thanksgiving crafts at Fuller Street Elementary. Pictured are (from left) Amy Howard, Eric Terpening, Danny Kellogg and Edith Clark. �Page 8 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, December 7,2019 LEGAL LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Clint L. Pape and Malinda Jo Pape, husband and wife, to Fifth Third Mortgage - Ml, LLC, Mortgagee, dated September 24,2010 and re­ corded October 4, 2010 in Instru­ ment Number 201010040009209 and Loan Modification Agreement recorded on July 25, 2016, in In­ strument Number 2016-007238, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Bank, N.A. as Successor by merger to Fifth Third Mortgage Company, by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand Six Hundred Ninety-Five and 64/100 Dol­ lars ($124,695.64), including inter­ est at 3.375% 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 ofthem, at public vendue at the place of holdpinug tchevecnircuueit acouertpwaictheino Boarry- y County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on JANUARY 9, 2020. Said premises are located in the Township of Johnstown, Bar­ ry County Michigan, and are de­ scribed as: Commencing at the intersection of North-South 1/4 line of Section 16, Town 1, North, Range 8 West and the centerline tangent of curve of State Highway South M-37 in the South 1/2 of said Section 16, thence South 60° 47’ East 802.00 feet along said tangent and the centerline of highway for the true Place of Beginning; thence con­ tinuing South 60° 47' East 220.00 feet; thence South 29°, 13’ West 396.00 feet; thence North 60°, 47’ West 220.00 feet; thence North 29°, 13’ East 396.00 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to easement over the Northeasterly 50 feet thereof for Highway South M-37. M-37. 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 re re-­ demption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. 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 7,2019 File No. 19-011475 Firm Name: Orlans PC (12-07)(12-28) 133523 TV ANTENNA X TOWER INSTALLATION, REPAIRS, REMOVAL WWW.theantennamen.COI NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY .INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL In wake of student being struck precautions urged around buses Greg Chandler Staff Writer An 8-year-old Caledonia Community Schools student BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. is recovering from serious PLEASE CONTACT OUR OF­ injuries suffered after being FICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE struck by a car Monday MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT hav-morning as he was trying to ing been made in the conditions of catch a bus to take him to a certain Mortgage made on June school. 2,2017, by Cheryl D. McCrorey, a The incident happened single woman, as Mortgagor, giv­ en by her to Commercial Bank, as Mortgagee, and recorded on June 22, 2017, in Instrument Number 2017-006279, Barry County Re­ cords, and re-recorded on July 26, 2017, in Instrument Number 2017-007464, 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 Seventy-Three Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-One and 42/100 Dollars ($173,231.42); 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 HEREBY GIV­ EN that on Thursday, January 9, 2020 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 ven­ ue 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 mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF BARRY, COUNTY OF BAR­ RY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Lot 7 of Cottage Grove Resort, according to the plat recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 21, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan. Commonly known address: 10894 E. Shore Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046. Parcel ID Num­ ber: 08-03-060-005-00 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 mortgagors) will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Dated: Noverhber 22, 2019 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, PC. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price Alma, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (11-30)(12-21) 132966 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ronald L. Gibbs and Jean A. Heeter Gibbs husband and wife, to PNC Bank, National Association, successor by merger to National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated April 22,2004 and recorded May 11, 2004 in Instrument Num­ Med to ber 1127399 and Loan Modifica­ tion recorded on June 19,2017, in Instrument Number 2017-006093, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twen- ty-Eight Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety-Nine and 49/100 Dollars ($28,899.49), including interest at 1% 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 place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on JANUARY 9, 2020. Said premises are located in the Township of Prairieville, Bar- ry County Michigan, and are described as: Lot 20, SUPERVISORS PLAT OF PRAIRIEVILLE as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page(s) 74, BARRY County Records. ALSO The North 74.25 feet of the West 165 feet of Lot 22 of the SUPERVISORS PLAT OF VILLAGE OF PRAIRIEVILLE, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 74, BARRY County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the re- demption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. 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. Dated: December 7,2019 File No. 19-007301 Firm Name: Orlans PC (12-07)(12-28) 133560 NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS for NEWSPAPER CARRIERSI ROUTES (WALKING & DRIVING) AVAILABLE IN BARRY COUNTY • Paid Weekly • afreinW 'The People Paper' about 7:30 a.m. on Whitneyville Avenue, just south of 84th Street. A pre­ liminary investigation by the Kent County Sheriff’s Department found that a Caledonia school bus had come to a stop on Whitneyville to pick the boy up, but the boy did not show up at the bus stop. From there, the school bus pulled into a parking lot across the street from the boy’s home to pick up more children. The boy then ran across the street to catch the bus and was struck by a Ford Escape that was northbound on Whitneyville, Kent County Sheriff’s Lt. Joel Roon said. The youngster was treated at the scene by Caledonia Fire Department and Ambulance Thornapple before being flown by Aero MUST APPLY IN PERSON AT OUR HASTINGS OFFICE 1351 N. M-43 Highway Hastings DeVos Children’s Hospital in Grand Rapids, Roon said. The boy’s name and the school he attendss are not being released per request of his family, Caledonia Superintendent Dedrick Martin said. “We wish the student a full and speedy recovery. Furthermore we want to remind all students to take all precautions in and around traffic,” Martin said. “We also want to remind all driv­ ers to exercise all precautions when behind the wheel any­ where that students may be present.” Of the 301 school-age children killed from 2006 to 2015 in school-transporta­ tion-related crashes in the U.S., 102 were pedestrians and eight were pedal-cy­ clists, according to the most recent available data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. With schools busy trans­ porting students in the coun­ ty, drivers and pedestrians alike need to put their phones away and pay attention to their surroundings, Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf said. Here are some addition­ al tips from the Sheriff’s Office: If you drive your children to school: * Be sure to use the appro­ priate parent drop-off/pickup area. Once at the school, please follow the instructions of the school’s staff. * ive defensively. Always anticipate the possi­ bility that a small child may dart in front of your vehicle. Be prepared to stop at all times. * Slow down and watch out for school zones and chil­ dren walking or biking to school or congregating near bus stops. Also, be alert for student drivers. * Remember that buses will be making frequent stops. It’s not only dangerous to students, but it’s against the law to pass a school bus while it’s stopped on the If you’re a student riding the bus: * Stay out of the street while waiting for the bus and allow the bus to come to a complete stop before approaching the bus from the curb. * Make sure you remain in clear view of the bus driver. Never walk behind the bus. * Look both ways before getting on the bus and after getting off. * After getting off the bus, look both ways and then move immediately onto the sidewalk and out of traffic. Ifyou’re a student walking or biking to school: * For bike riders, wear a properly-fitted helmet at all times. A Also, riders should use a bike that’s the right size for them and make sure that they don’t have any loose cloth­ ing, drawstrings or shoelac­ es. * Bike riders should ride on the right, in the same direction as traffic, and use appropriate hand signals. Bicyclists also should respect traffic lights and stop signs. * Walk on sidewalks where available and always cross at intersections. SALES, continued from page 1 users that there won’t be enough for them. State rules allow marijua­ na businesses to sell half of their product to recreational users if it has been sitting on their shelves for at least 30 days. The policy was created NOTICE TO CREDITORS to help the market begin to Decedent's Trust Estate Ken­ get off the ground, while neth N. Sparks (“Decedent”) Date making use of existing prod­ of Decedent’s Birth: August 7,1932 uct, said Hams of MRA. Name of Trust: Kenneth N. Sparks rus dated ae October coer 22,1986 NO-“Obviously, patients aren’t Trust TICE TO CREDITORS: Decedent, interested in purchasing that Kenneth N. Sparks died May 19, for medical use, so let’s move 2016. There is no personal rep-that over into the adult-use resentative of Decedent's estate side,” he said. “Instead of to whom Letters of Authority have people buying things off the been issued. Creditors of Dece­ dent are notified that all claims street or through unregulated against the Decedent, Decedent's areas, they’re able to buy estate, and/or Decedent's trust(s) them from the state-tested will be forever barred unless pre- system.” sented to Trustee, Attorney David Instead, some businesses G. Coleman at 624 W. Ottawa appear to be buying more Street, Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 267-9950 within four (4) months marijuana and stockpiling it after the date of publication of this in anticipation ofrecreational sales. notice. Date: November 2,2019. “We received the largest NOTICE TO CREDITORS orders the company ever had Decedent's Trust Estate Joyce on the medical side” the day A. Sparks (“Decedent”) Date of after the new rule came out, Decedent’s Birth: April 11, 1932 Name of Trust: Joyce A. Sparks said Omar Hishmeh, CEO of Trust dated October 22,1986 NO-Exclusive Brands of Ann TICE TO CREDITORS: Decedent, Arbor. The company holds Joyce A. Sparks died April 1,2019. three of the five recreational There is no personal representa­ marijuana licenses awarded tive of Decedent's estate to whom recently, allowing it to sell, Letters of Authority have been is­ sued. Creditors of Decedent are process and grow pot. For medical users, the situnotified that all claims against the Decedent, Decedent’s estate, and/ ation means a limited supply or Decedent’s trust(s) will be for-could push them to buy on ever barred unless presented to the black market, Schneider Trustee, Attorney David G. Cole­ said, while recreational users man at 624 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 267-9950 could face higher prices and within four (4) months after the fewer products. Most cities aren’t ready for date of publication of this notice. Date: November 2nd, 2019. recreational shops. Ann LEGAL NOTICE roadway picking up or drop­ ping off students. * When turning at an inter­ section, be sure to yield to pedestrians and cyclists. Arbor is currently the only city with a dispensary that was able to open its doors to recreational users on Dec. 1. And a flood of new stores won’t be popping up on street comers, observers said. Despite voters approving the adult-use marijuana law last year with about 56 per­ cent of the vote, more than 1,400 of the state’s nearly 1,800 communities have voted to bar recreational mar­ ijuana facilities in their com­ munities. Many communities that are allowing these businesses are doing so on a small scale as they work through licens­ ing and application issues. Lansing, for instance, is allowing them, but placed a cap on the numbers of grow­ ers, dispensaries and micro­ businesses. The city hasn’t yet started accepting applications for those coveted spots, which further delays local dispensa­ ries opening their doors to adult-use customers. Mains, the marijuana attor­ ney, said many smaller com­ munities are watching how bigger cities like Lansing handle licensing “before real­ ly making a decision.” Others, like the city of Detroit, have opted out alto­ gether for the short term while officials consider how to shape local ordinances. “There’s always learning and growing inside a new industry like this,” Hams said. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, December 7,2019 — Page 9 FAMILY FEATURES rom decorating the tree to carving the turkey, there are many timehonored holiday traditions observed by families around the country. However, the holiday season is about more than ju celebrating old traditions. A perfect opportunity for creating new memories and, in turn, traditions, popcorn can serve as an ideal ingredient to bring family time to life. Whether wrapping the tree with garland made from the light and airy treat, filling clear ornaments with freshly popped kernels or simply popping up a bowl as a nutritious alternative to other holiday noshes, popcorn makes it easy to get hands-on while you deck the halls. These seasonal recipes for traditional treats like peppermint bark and popcorn balls plus edible trees and a more elegant take on a simple snack highlight low-fat, non-GMO, gluten-free whole-grain popcorn as the main ingredient. Find more modern takes on traditional holiday recipes at popcorn.org. POP UP OUcb Easy, Elegant Holiday Popcorn Yield: 8 cups 8 cups popped popcorn 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips 1/2 cup white chocolate chips candy sprinkles Line baking sheet with wax paper. Spread popcorn in thin layer on prepared pan. Place chocolate chips in microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on medium 30 seconds; stir. Ifnecessary, microwave in additional 10-second increments, stirring after each heating, until chips are melted and smooth. Drizzle over popcorn. Place white chocolate chips in separate microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on medium 30 seconds; stir. Ifnecessary, microwave in additional 10-second increments, stirring after each heating, until chips are melted and smooth. Drizzle over popcorn. Sprinkle desired amount ofcandy sprinkles over warm chocolate-coated popcorn. Allow chocolate drizzles to set until firm. Break popcorn into pieces. Note: Chocolate chips can be replaced with cut up chocolate bars. Easy, Elegant Holiday Popcorn Festive Popcorn Trees White Chocolate Peppermint Popcorn Bark White Chocolate Peppermint Popcorn Bark Yield: 5 12 1 1 pound cups popped popcorn ounces white chocolate baking chips cup crushed hard candy peppermints Cover baking pan with foil or wax paper; set aside. Place popcorn in large bowl; set aside. In double boiler over barely simmering water, melt chocolate, stirring until smooth. Stir in crushed peppermints. Pour chocolate mixture over popcorn and stir to coat. Spread onto prepared pan; cool completely. When chocolate is cooled and set, break into chunks. Festive Popcorn Trees Cranberry Popcorn Balls Yield: 18 balls 2 cups sugar 1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce, slightly mashed 1 tablespoon grated orange peel 1/2 cup cranberry juice 1/2 cup light corn syrup 1 teaspoon vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt 5 quarts unsalted, popped popcorn butter In heavy saucepan, combine sugar, cran­ berry sauce, grated orange peel, cranberry juice, corn syrup, vinegar and salt. Bring to boil; lower heat and cook until temperature reaches 250 F on candy thermometer. Slowly pour cranberry mixture onto hot popcorn; mix until well-coated. Let stand 5 minutes, or until mixture can easily be formed into balls. Butter hands and form into 3-inch balls. Yield: 10 trees 10 cups air-popped popcorn 1 bag (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon vanilla extract nonstick cooking spray green decorating sugar blue decorating sugar 1 tube white frosting small, colorful candies such as sprinkles and miniature silver dragees Place popcorn in large bowl. In medium saucepan over medium-low heat, stir marshmallows and butter until marshmallows are melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla extract. Pour mixture over popcorn in bowl. Toss well to coat popcorn evenly. Line baking sheet with foil. Spray hands with nonstick cooking spray then scoop about 1 cup popcorn mixture. Shape mixture into cone, keeping base flat to form tree. Sprinkle tree with decorating sugars; place tree on baking sheet. Make nine additional trees. Using decorating tip, pipe frosting on trees to make garland then decorate with sprinkles and silver dragees, as desired. Serving suggestion: Place each tree on sugar cookie and decorate serving tray with shredded coconut to resemble snow. Notes: For best flavor and color, start recipe with unflavored white popcorn. You can make colored sugar by adding food coloring to sugar then stirring in bowl or shaking vigorously in sealed container. Add additional food coloring for more intense tones. �Page 10 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 7,2019 Lions liking having a fuller wrestling room Brett Bremer Sports Editor By finagling some things in the line-up the Maple Valley varsity wrestling team expects to be able to fill every spot in the line-up with the exception ofheavyweight at times this season. The Lions are loving hav­ ing a fuller wrestling room. “At the present time we have 15 wrestlers,” Lion head coach Tony Wawiemia said, “which with some bumping we should be able to fill all but our 275 weight class this year. The kids are working hard in practice and most are picking up our tech­ nique quickly.” Some of them already have some pretty good tech­ nique. The Lions bring back state medalists Jesse Brum and Mathew Slaght this winter. Slaght, a sophomore, expects to stick at 103-pounds this winter. He finished sixth in the weight class at the Division 4 State Finals at Ford Field last March. His junior teammate, Jesse Brum, placed sixth at the state finals as well and will be returning at 125 or 130 pounds this season. Brum is a two-time state medalist. Those two guys helped lead the Lions to a thirdplace finish in the Greater Lansing Activities Conference last season and a district championship. Also back from that team are senior AJ Raymond who had a good summer of wres­ tling according to coach Wawiemia after a runner-up finish at his weight class in the GLAC as a junior. David Hosack-Frizzell, a junior, was second at his eight class in the league as a sophomore. Aaron Brenton, a senior in his second wrestling season, came on strong at the end of last season and will be in one of the lightweight spots again. “We have some good kids coming in, one that has wres­ tled for us before Gage Ertman,” Wawiemia said. Ertman is a senior who will push Slaght at 103 pounds as much as possible. .Coach Wawiemia is also happy to add athletic junior Cody Taylor, who the coach said is picking up moves quickly in practice. The Lions are going to be looking to go into matches with a positive attitude this season, and working hard off the mat to keep their grades up too. If everything goes as planned, the Lions have a good shot at clinching a sec­ ond-straight district champi­ onship. Coach Wawiemia said the team is hoping to get a couple more guys through to the individual state finals than last season­ Getting to the top of the GLAC won’t be easy. Lakewood and Leslie are both strong once again. The most realistic goal for the Lions is to be the best of the rest of the teams in the con­ ference. “They are just powerhous­ es that keep reloading,” coach Wawiemia said of the Vikings and Blackhawks. Jesse Brum Maple Valley opens its season at home against Bath and Haslett Wednesday and then will head to the Don Johnson tournament at Lansing Eastern Dec. 14. The Lions host their annual Jesse Snow Memorial Invitational Dec. 21. “We are just excited for this season as it’s the most kids we’ve had in a few years and they are all working so hard in practice,” Wawiemia said. New coach, new leaders Regional spot a realistic for Lion boys’ basketball goal for Lion cheer Brett Bremer Sports Editor It is someone new’s turn to step up for the Maple Valley varsity boys’ basket­ ball program. New head coach Ryan Nevins inherits a program that saw a solid senior group graduate last spring, includ­ ing the team’s top two scor­ ers. The top returnees for the program this season include junior forwards Curtis Walker and Hugheston Heckathom, senior guard Jonathan Rosenburg and senior forward Ben Benedict. “We do not return a lot of guys who have played var­ sity minutes. We are work­ ing on taking care of the ball and making good deci­ sions,” coach Nevins said. Heckathom suffered an injury early on last season, so the Lions are looking forward to getting him back into the fold. Walker did a little bit of everything for the Lions last season as a sophomore on the varsity totaling five points, four rebounds an assist and one steal per game. “Our strength this year will be our defense and our ability to rebound the ball,” coach Nevins said. “We return pretty talented big men, and are pretty athletic. We want to create turnovers and create opportunities for ourselves.” The Lions are adding some youth in the back- Curtis Walker court, looking for good con­ tributions from junior guards Lane Morris and Buck Schrader. “We are looking to improve everyday. We want to be better with our effort and attitude,” Nevins said. “If we can give our very best effort each day, we feel like we can give ourselves an opportunity to win. We want to win more games than we did last year and be competitive in a very good GLAC conference.” The Lions won four games a season ago. They open this season at home against Delton Kellogg Tuesday. They will also host the Battle Creek Academy Dec. 14. The Lions go on the road for the first time this season to face Springport Dec., 17. Greater Lansing Activities Conference play begins for the Lions when they host Stockbridge Dec. 20 in the final bailgame before the holiday break. Olivet, Leslie and Perry are expected to be the top teams in the conference this fall, and coach Nevins said he is particularly looking for­ ward to ballgames with rivals from Olivet and Lakewood. Sports Editor The Lions may approach the mat and begin when ready. Maple Valley’s varsity competitive cheer team opens the 2019-20 season at the Competitive Cheer Coaches Association of Michigan Invitational hosted by Leslie High School today (Dec. 14). They’ll have a month after that opening meet to prep for their second one of the sea­ son, their own Maple Valley Invitational Jan. 4. The Lions were third in the Greater Lansing Activities Conference a year ago and just missed out on a chance to compete at the regional level of the state tournament, placing fifth at their Division 4 District tournament. The plan is to improve on those finishes. “The majority of, our team has four years of competitive cheer experience,” Lion head coach Sarah Huissen said. “We have a small team again this season, but our core group has been cheering together for the past three years and have great chemis­ try with each other. Our beginning skills and stunts have started out strong and I am very excited to see what is to come as we improve over the season.” The core group for the Lions includes senior flyer Elizabeth Coyle, senior bases Austyn Fears and Casey Hoyle and junior back spot Hope Musser. A key addition this winter Elizabeth Colyer is senior Aubrey Pintar who is working on filling a role as a back or front spot. “It is challenging to have a smaller team,” Huissen said. “We have to be a little more creative with our rounds and think more of the skills we put in them. Our team may be small, but they are mighty and I know this team will give me and each other their very best every time they are on the mat.” The team as a whole is working on improving its gymnastic skills, jumps and stunting - and that will be a focus all winter long. There is a special focus on getting to a point where the team can perform back walkovers in round two to boost scores there. Back-walkovers won’t be enough to overtake the peren­ nial GLAC champions from Lakewood in the conference this season, but the Lions will battle for one of the top spots behind the Vikings once again. Conference jam­ borees begin with the Lions as the host Jan. 8. Those two early January home meets are the only home meets for the Lions this season. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, December 7,2019 — Page 11 Lion ladies work at finding , fulfilling, their roles Brett Bremer Sports Editor Even with five returning girls who saw good minutes a year ago, the Lions are still finding themselves a bit. Potterville bested the Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball team 42-33 in the season opener Tuesday. The Lions struggled a bit with the Vikings’ pressure in the second half, but head coach Landon Wilkes said his girls were ready to get back at it in practice - focus­ ing on the fundamentals. “These young ladies, all of them, are wanting to make a change and have worked hard to this point,” coach Wilkes said. “As a group we are looking to work hard every practice and compete in every aspect of the game. We know we have a chal­ lenge in front of us, but are willing to work hard to improve daily and weekly and throughout the season. “This is a special group of young ladies, as long as the work hard and stay together we will be fine. We are look­ ing for kids to step up and find a role. Everyone on this team will have a role and that role will change as the year goes on, but the girls must be willing to accept their role and work hard at practice and in games. We do need to gel as a group and assume roles that may not be easy for them.” The group of Lions he has this winter is led by a pack of juniors who all have at least one year of varsity experi­ ence already - guard/forward Ashlyn Wilkes, forward Trista Medina, and guards Alison McGlocklin and Megan Valiquette. Ashlyn led the Lions with eight Business Services Business Services Automotive BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING SEAMLESS gutter. 50 colors, free estimates. 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Join us for this very special event! � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-12-14.pdf 17a4b583513907d68d1e61f111a1ff89 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. 147-No. 50, December 14, 2019 A local paper oftoday! Nashville replaces water pipes for lead regulations Taylor Owens StaffWriter New state regulations that responded to the Flint water crisis could cost small munic­ ipalities hundreds of thou­ sands in required system upgrades. Nashville Director of Public Works Scott Decker discussed the regulations, which are expected to go into the effect in 2021, at a village council meeting Thursday. “It’s something we need to be ready for,” Decker said. “We need to be concerned and proactive when it comes up.” The Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy is strengthening its regulations to require the replacement of all water lines that were once connected to lead lines. Currently, EGLE requires municipalities to ensure water lines are leadfree up to the property, but it also will change those rules to hold municipalities responsible for the water lines on resident’s property. As the village Department of Public Works has been updating the water meters, employees have been check­ ing to see which lines may need to be replaced. Out of the approximately 420 meters they have updated so far, Decker said about 45 percent of the water lines from the curb to the house will need to be replaced. There are 633 total water meters in the vil­ lage. Decker said the lines are only in the yards, so streets would not need to be tom up, but there are a wide variety of different scenarios on each property. Some changes will “It’s going to be quite an undertaking.” Scott Decker, Nashville Director of Public Works likely be simple, but others may run under porches and other obstructions, Decker said. “It’s going to be quite an undertaking.” Because of those different scenarios, Decker said, it is impossible to accurately pre­ dict how much the cost of all the replacements would be. But he said if each replace­ ment costs $1,000, which is a low estimate, the total cost would be in the hundreds of thousands. Decker said the village discovered lead water lines on two properties while changing the water meters, one of which has already been replaced. Before the water line was replaced, the first liter of water tested was one to two parts per million over the 15 parts per million EGLE currently considers acceptable. EGLE requires the first and fifth liter on one draw of water to be tested, and Decker said the fifth liter dropped down to four parts per million. It was only second time the level was found to be over acceptable limits since the village started lead test­ ing in 1993, Decker said. In other business: - Jason Sixberry was sworn in as the Nashville Police Chief Monday. He said he is getting acclima­ tized to the position and wrapping up paperwork from his former position as ser­ geant at the Barry County Sheriff’s Office. He gave the police statis­ tics from Nov. 1 through Dec. 12, noting that Officer Keath Bartynski has been unable to work road patrol due to medical reasons. The village currently has only one officer working, Sixberry said. “But he did handle 95 complaints during that time, had 14 arrests, Rudolph (Hudson Carpenter) stops by Putnam District Library Tuesday to visit with issued 14 citations as well as conducted three traffic crash-Santa. (Photo provided by Brittany Snook Photography) See stories on Santa’s visits to Vermontville and Nashville inside. es during that time, which is pretty good for just one offi­ cer.” Sixberry said he would like to start interviews for applications for a part-time position with the department, but he said it is difficult in the current job market. meeting Monday. report on to the Michigan “It’s really hard to get peo“What they mean by the Department of Education. ple to come in to do part-time whole child is that schools “We have most of those unless they want to retire... or now must look at emotional, areas nailed down pretty they just want it for a second­ Taylor Owens mental, physical and aca­ good,” Byrne said. ary job, due to the fact that Staff Writer demic well-being,” Byrne He selected one category, fact that we have so many Maple Valley is “way said. “It will be a whole new nutrition, and pointed out the agencies looking for full­ ahead of the curve” for new way of looking at things.” school already provides kids time officers,” Sixberry said. state rules on whole child Comparing it to previous with breakfast and lunch, and • Zoning Administrator development, Data education overhauls like No sends them home with a Mike Norton said he is cur­ Coordinator Jeff Byrne said. Child Left Behind, Byrne snack. rently working on three dif­ The Michigan Integrated said MICIP will likely be in “We are in very good ferent cases in which the res­ Continuous Improvement place for at least 15 years. shape,” Byrne said. “We’ve idents are not complying Process is a new way of “Most districts don’t have always kind of understood with the village’s requests to assessing student perfor­ a clue that this is coming, and that you have to look at the clean up their property. mance by looking at multiple it’s starting next fall.” whole child before you can Trustee Johnny Hartwell aspects of each child’s devel­ Student well-being is sep­ teach them new things.” asked Norton about the for­ opment. Bryne told the Board arated into 10 different cate­ But Byrne pointed out the mer Maple Valley Concreteof Education u n about the gories, each of which the See LEAD PIPES, pg. 3 upcoming program during a school will need to track and See DEVELOPMENT, pg. 2 Santa makes local stops School prepares for whole child development Background checks clarified School budget changes raise staff salaries Taylor Owens Staff Writer Changes to the current school budget have started to catch up the Maple Valley faculty on their annual salary increases. The 2019-2020 budget has been amended to allot an additional $197,000 for staff salaries, beyond what was budgeted in June. “We worked with the most severely, egregiously behind folks first,” Superintendent Katherine Bertolini said during a Board of Education meeting Monday. Once the school was noti­ fied of its funding from the state in October, the adminis­ trators were able to look at the staff members who were furthest behind where their wages should have been, given their years of experi­ ence, and then start catching them up. “It’s not that everyone is necessarily there, but it’s brought them up to the point where they’re no more than one step behind where they should be,” Bertolini said. Finance Director Darryl Sydloski presented the amendments, which antici­ pate a general fund balance of $619,799, which is 5.84 percent of the total $10,610,786 budget. The board started the 2018-2019 fiscal year with a general fund deficit ofaround $75,000, and has been work­ ing its way to a stronger fund balance since then. “I know the last two years, in my personal opinion, have been rough,” Trustee Craig Lackscheide said. “But what he just presented to us and what everyone’s been through the last couple years, this is, as far as I’m con­ cerned, a home run.” Sydloski said he plans to continue growing the fund balance, and Bertolini has been instrumental in that effort. “The goal is to keep the fund balance growing, because we’re not out of the woods yet,” Bertolini said. “Five [percent] is not like a gold standard by any stretch of the imagination.” “Five years ago, 17 per- cent was the gold standard,” Trustee Tim Burd said. For many staff members, salary step increases have been frozen, or they have only been receiving half step increases, for years. Trustee Kimberly Wilkes asked what could be done to further raise teacher salaries. “What I’m nervous about, quite honestly, [is] we don’t know what the Legislature is going to do next year,” Bertolini said. “So we don’t want to advance spend ... because we do not know that is a guarantee, and I do not want to put ourselves in a position where we restrict people, we freeze people, we lay people off. “So I think [it’s] better to err on the side of conserva­ tive progression forward, for everyone, at all times. No one gets frozen anymore.” Sydloski also presented the audit report from Yeo & Yeo, which was a clean audit with no changes. In This Issue Schools and municipalities protect against ransomware County board approves 911 millage renewal request Bench powers Panthers past Lions in opener Lion wrestlers best Bath, fall to Haslett on first night �Page 2 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, December 14, 2019 DEVELOPMENT, continued from page1 state is not currently plan­ ning to give schools any more money to pay for the new approach, and the school will need to figure out a way to fit the new program in by shifting its current funds. Afterward, board trustees Kristen Miller and Justin Keiffer asked about the school’s policy regarding background checks. The school announced to parents that all visitors to the school during operating hours must submit a written or online background check through the Internet Criminal Access Tool five days before visit­ ing. The announcement includes parents or guardians going to school events like holiday parties, and those picking up their students in the building. Miller said she had a num­ ber of parents express con- cerns to her about the policy, and Keiffer said he saw the potential for it to overreach. “My fear is that people just won’t do it because they assume they’re not going to be allowed to come,” Miller said. “I haven’t restricted peo­ ple from coming altogether. Even people, frankly, on the sex offender registry have a right to come to their child’s functions,” Superintendent Katherine Bertolini said. But not all people on the sex offender registry notify the school, Bertolini said. By requiring all visitors to fill out the background check, they can make the necessary requirements for people with convictions in their history. The school is most concerned about people who are on the registry, or who have an extensive history ofdomestic violence. “If I see someone with six to eight domestic violence charges, I would really like to know that the potential for that person to lose their tem­ per, or be intoxicated when they come to the party is real, so that I can plan with the administration team for that potential,” Bertolini said. If someone who fits those criteria is planning to come to an event, the school arranges for a paraprofes­ sional to be on the scene, whose sole job is to keep that person in their sight at all times. There are further stipula­ tions for guardians looking to volunteer. For example, peo­ ple who have been convicted of crimes such as fraud and embezzlement are not allowed to handle money. “I understand where peo­ ple feel offended,” Trustee Craig Lackscheide said. “We have too many things that, if one does wrong, 50 people have to pay for it.” The policy only applies to school hours, and after­ school events do not require background checks. Miller said the current board policy is unclear on exactly when and why back­ ground checks are required, and it should be clarified. “I think increasing educa­ tion on why we’re doing this, and what the goal is and what that means is important,” Miller said. Board Trustee Kimberly Wilkes said she toured nine different school districts before choosing Maple Valley, and one of the rea­ sons she chose the school was because of the strong security measures. County board approves 911 millage renewal request Rebecca Pierce Editor When Barry County vot­ ers go to the polls on March 10 to cast their votes in the presidential primary, they also will be asked to approve a renewal of the countywide 911 millage. On Tuesday, the county board of commissioners unanimously adopted a reso­ lution to authorize an ad valorem property tax levy of 0.9672 mill for five years, from Jan. 1,2020 to Dec. 31, 2024, to operate and main­ tain the countywide E-911 emergency telephone and central dispatch system. Before commissioners voted to approve it, Cleric Pamela Palmer was asked how much this special mill­ age election would cost tax­ payers. Because it is a presidential primary, three ballots must be printed, she said. The first two are partisan ballots, the third ballot is for those voters who are not declaring a party and want to vote on the mill­ age renewal. The amount to print those ballots, she estimated, will cost between $3,000 and $5,000. In other business, the board: • Approved the 2020 Grant Contract between the state Main Street Gallery home of Tine Cine Studios, Shari Carney, Artist Pour Me Another and Carneys’ Crafts & Consignments announces their GRAND OPENING with a ribbon cutting at noon Wednesday, December 18, at 311 N. Main Street in Nashville. The gallery is open Tuesday and Thursday 4 to 8 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m, and Sunday noon to 4 p.m. Other times by appointment. Check out Main Street Gallery home of Fine Line Studios, Shari Carney, artist Facebook page for crafts, events and lesson information. 269-788-8095 and the County for the con­ Koning to serve in the rescue tinuation of Indigent Defense shelter operator position for a three-year term that begins Services in Barry County. • Approved 2020 contracts on Jan. 1 and expires on Dec. for Indigent Defense Counsel 31,2022. Services with: Jackie Baker • Re-appointed Patricia Sturgis, Carol Dwyer, Shane Richardson to serve a oneHenry, Kristen Hoel, James year term that begins on Jan. Kinney, Gordon Shane 1 and expires on Dec. 31 McNeill, Kathryn Russell, representing the Barry Steven Storrs, Timothy County Humane Society. Tromp, and Kimberly Young. • Appointed Jennifer • Approved 2019 Meyer to serve on the Barry Farmland Preservation County Community Mental Application property rank­ Health Authority Board for a ings as recommended by the three-year term that began on Barry County Conservation April 1,2018, and expires on Easement Board and, specif­ March 31,2021. ically, the application of • Appointed Theresa Larry Carpenter to submit to Moody to serve on the Barry the state for consideration in County Community Mental the Farmland Preservation Health Authority Board for a funding cycle. three-year term that began on •Re-appointed Barbra April 1,2019, and expires on Scott and appointed Janis March 31,2022. Fitzgerald to the Animal • Re-appointed e Shelter Advisory Board in VandeCar, Barry County citizen at-large positions for treasurer, to serve on the a one-year term that begins Barry County Building on Jan. 1 and expires on Dec. Authority for a three-year 31. term that begins on Jan. 1 • Re-appointed Tamara and ends on Dec. 31,2022. Dickinson to serve on the • Approved pre-paid Barry County Animal Shelter invoices in the amount of Advisory Board in a citi­ $3,117,466. zen-at-large position for a • Approved claims of three-year term that begins $45,294 and commissioner on Jan. 1 and expires on Dec. reimbursements of $852 for 31. mileage. • Re-appointed Dr. Linda • The next county board Robinson to serve on the Committee of the Whole Barry County Animal Shelter meeting will take place at 9 Advisory Board in a veteri­ am. Tuesday, Dec. 17. A narian position for a three- board meeting - the last for year term that begins on Jan. 2019 - also will take place 1 and expires on Dec. 31, that day at 2 p.m. in the com2022. missioners’ chambers on the • Re-appointed Dawn courthouse mezzanine. _ Merry Christmas. ------closing early Christmas Evo at 12 pm. Thank you for all your support Merry Christmas Dr. Katherine Bertolini Superintendent School will be in session for one more week and then we all begin a well-deserved break as the semester wraps up. Celebrations of the holi­ day will be this Sunday at the junior/senior high school with a band concert at 4 p.m. in the main gym. Monday evening will have more merrymaking with an art show in our cafeteria and Da Capo choir concert in the auditorium of the high school. The choir begins at 7 p.m., but come early and enjoy the art show that highlights the incredible work of our students from this semester. We hope to celebrate the season with the entire com­ munity. The weather forecast is calling for some possible snow accumulation Monday. This is a good time to issue a reminder of our hard surface roads routes for bussing. The bus garage staff has been contacting families who are impacted by the hard surface roads routes. We hope this will help us to remain in session if the weather is favor­ able for hard road Conditions only. We are working to maintain safety first and ongoing learning for our students as winter weather settles in. If you wonder if you will be impacted by the hard surface road route, you will have heard from the transportation staff by now. If you haven’t heard from them, your bus stop has remained the same. We will announce hard surface routes in the morning and send another media announcement in the evening so parents know if the students will be dropped off at home or at the alternative bus stop. In case ofweather-related cancellations, stay tuned to the media, robo calls and emails as well as our web page for ongoing updates. As the weather gets dangerous, be sure to drive safely, leave plenty of stopping space and leave plenty of time for transit. I wanted to share a couple points of pride. Cassey Tien who joined Maple Valley this year as a high school English teacher, has been utilizing the Donorschoose project to raise funds for her book clubs. She has funded four clubs so far and is working on a fifth. She is developing an extensive library ofyoung adult literature which is gain­ ing traction with students. Also, art teacher Jessica Droscha let me know that 21 of our students were recog­ nized by Olivet College with promises of Visual Arts Talent Scholarships. These scholarships are eligible for up to $3,000 per year at Olivet. Some of our students also will be recognized at a future reception for Best in Category Awards. Maple Valley students earned all but one of the awards at Olivet. Huge congratulations to our students and Mrs. Droscha. You can see their great work in person at the art show Monday evening. Finally, something to look forward to in the new year. We will be hosting a pre­ miere for the PBS documen­ tary “Heartbeat of the Community: Recruiting and Retaining Teachers.” Maple Valley teachers Matt Powers and Andrew Barna are fea­ tured in this documentary as well as their students^. We present some strategies we are exploring to recruit and retain teachers in rural com­ munities. We welcome the community to watch the doc­ umentary and then partici­ pate in a discussion panel following the film. The edu­ cation community is experi­ encing a significant contrac­ tion in the pipeline of new teachers entering the profes­ sion and it impacts nearly every school district in the country. Maple Valley is no exception. We welcome your thoughts and input on how we can expand the attraction of teaching in rural commu­ nities. We hope you will join us. As the Christmas season arrives, all of us in Maple Valley wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. 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Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, December 14,2019 — Page 3 Schools and municipalities protect against ransomware Taylor Owens StaffWriter Ransomware, a popular type of malicious software used by hackers, has been crippling school districts, municipalities and compa­ nies across the United States. “We’ve had so many dis­ tricts around us either with ransomware inserted or attempted attacks, its a seri­ ous threat,” Maple Valley Superintendent Katherine Bertolini said. “We’re taking it as seriously as we possibly can.” Ransomware is a type of hack which infiltrates a com­ puter system and encrypts data, effectively shutting down the computer network until a ransom, - usually in the hundreds of thousands of dollars - is paid to the online pirates. “The whole point of ran­ somware is to ransom your data back to you, they don’t even care what it is,” Barry County Information Technology Coordinator David Shinavier said. “Our information is probably not worth that much on the black market, but it’s worth a lot to US.” MiiifeJ tig. rip *7 Mf/J fw'foajuf featW^ IW 'ikttteWffi ' [ss lifetolEld igj' •AitataKirt [fclj riitattaji _j. pMsmttffiii ___■ ■_I■E MMt BE It kk® I anatuisii' * , , . w> Ba nal kip ■ 1 p 11 S® F , jhikhW If j,f l aian—iai.' impr While the data is encrypt­ ed, much of the usual com­ puter system work is shut down. An August New York primes story detailed the town of Laredo, one of 22 Texas cities which were simultaneously hit by a ran­ somware attack this summer. A town of about 5,000 peo­ ple, Laredo was forced back in time to retrieving paper records of everything from library loans to traffic cita­ tions. “The more and more we rely on technology, the more it’s a hindrance if our tech­ nology is down,” Hastings City Manager Jerry Czarnecki said. The hackers are based all around the world, from Eastern Europe to Iran to e--v--e-n---t--he h_e -U--n--i-t-e-d --- S--S--tt-a-a--t-t-e-e --s-s-.To .ToTo To keep their trails hidden, they demand payment in online cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin which are untraceable. When major cities and corporations are falling vic­ tim to ransomware attacks, it’s readily apparent that small school districts and towns are at least and maybe even more vulnerable. “We could spend all the money in the world and still get hit, there’s no silver bul­ let,” Shinavier said. “..It’s what keeps us up at night.” Especially ominous is that there are no guarantees for what comes back after the extorted price is paid. “If someone were to ran­ som your files, even if you pay them you’re not guaran­ teed it will be in any form you can use when you get it back,” Czarnecki said. Most Information Technology departments have multiple layers of pro­ tection in place, including firewalls, anti-virus software and even a switch that can shut down the computer net­ work when malware is detected to stop it from spreading. “It takes up a tremendous amount of time and resourc­ es,” Shinavier said. “We’re doing a lot, we have to.” «vnritv «sevcnurriittvy rnmnanie« rcnommnpaanniiee«s tn ttno pn?> n?e>rform penetration testing, in which they attempt to hack into a network to check for vulnerabilities. Some even send out their own phishing emails to see if employees will fall into the trap. “They’ve had a lot of peo­ ple that’ll click just about anything,” Leatherman said. Some people even give their own information if the email asks them to. Leatherman recommends employees always ask some­ one with IT experience before clicking on an email they’re not confident is real. 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A n Ann iimmn mpno onrrttan aanntt nar npa rtt on onff the theee job of IT staff is to educate employees on how to avoid phishing scams. “I always tell people to be constantly vigilant,” Dombrowski said. “I think the idea of phishing is more in the public awareness than it used to be five years ago... They are aware that there are scams out there.” “The people that are doing this kind of stuff aren’t stu­ pid,” Leatherman said. Often the phishing attempts look real and appear to come from a person the target knows. Many companies and agencies hire outside cyber- Thornap Kellogg p ali-Thornappo ople le Kellogg the the schools schools and and munici municin npaliSchools Technology Director ties don’t have to give in to John Dombrowski said the the ransom ifthey can restore school makes use of resourc­ their system. es such as the State of “Worst case, if someone Michigan and Kent ransoms our stuff we can say Intermediate School District. ‘Go ahead’,” Czarnecki said. The school also uses the “Most places that pay their Center for Internet Security’s way out of those things are 20 Critical Security Controls just going to end up running as guideline. backups anyway,” “Our big pie in the sky is Leatherman said. to comply with all those con­ Beyond all the software trols,” Dombrowski said. and hardware protections, But perhaps the most the most important, and most important form of protection vulnerable line of defense, is against ransomware is a good the person using the comput­ data backup. er. “Backups are extremely “The onus from a threat critical,” Shinavier said. standpoint is now on an “That’s going to be our employee as much as on us,” failsafe,” Maple Valley IT Shinavier said. “Used to be Specialist Josh Leatherman you’d put anti-virus on said. everybody’s machine and If there are backups avail­ call it good, but that just able, IT personnel can wipe doesn’t cut it.” the computer systems to Many ransomware attacks remove the ransomware, and start with a phishing scam. replace it with data that is The hackers send a email to less than 24 hours old. multiple employees, in the Dombrowski explains that hopes that one of them will Thomapple Kellogg has click on a link or download three backups. One backup is an attachment. Once they do, held offsite, in case of a the ransomware can get in power outage or natural the system. disaster at the school, and another is kept disconnected from the internet to stop hackers from connecting with it directly. Those backups will mean Fiber - Voice - Data • The village received a $1,500 Consumers Energy grant for new trees. Decker said Consumers will be marking trees for trimming and cutting soon. • The council unanimously approved a direct deposit res­ olution with Highpoint Community Bank for its employees. • Council President Mike Kenyon announced the vil­ lage will soon begin planning for next year’s budget as a whole council, instead of in finance committee. WigfiSpebd Internet ®*- osia®® ’l® Sv jjaiii?1® w* tffiiskd^ ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St, Nashville 3744 W. 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PASTOR DON ROSCOE PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Worship............................................. 11:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Phone: (517) 852-1783 PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE, Assistant Pastor PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR RICH MITTERUNG e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR ERIC LAMPHERE, Youth Pastor 517-652-1580 517-231-3434 �Page 4 _ just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, December 14, 2019 Bench powers Panthers past Lions in opener Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Panthers and Lions found plenty of things to add to their to-do lists on the opening night of the varsity boys’ basketball season. Delton Kellogg scored a 63-47 victory over Maple Valley Lions at Maple Valley High School Tuesday. The two teams combined forjust 16 points through the opening ten minutes of the ballgame, and then the Panthers started to pull away. They stretched their lead to 32-18 by the half and led by as many as 16 points before a little rally by the Lions got the deficit down to eight early in the fourth quarter. Delton Kellogg head coach Jason Howland said his team didn’t quite reach its consistency and execution goals on the evening. “I know it is the first game,” Howland said. “Hopefully they got the first game jitters out. There were some guys that stepped up tonight that I didn’t expect, Blake Thomas and Tommy Sheldon.” Thomas and Sheldon came off the bench to provide excellent minutes in the Panthers’ back-court. They handled the Lions’ pressure defense fairly well. Sheldon had a game-high 13 points. Thomas had eight points. Delton Kellogg had seven guys credited with at least six points each. Senior for­ ward Dawson Grizzle and sophomore forward Alex Whitmore had nine points apiece. Cole Pape had eight Maple Valley junior forward Hugheston Heckathorn draws a charge on Delton points, Jordan Rench had Kellogg guard Blake Thomas during the Lions’ season-opening loss to the Panthers seven points and Trumen at Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Prell six. Whitmore, a big sopho­ the Panthers away from the new system and to accom­ more forward who came off the bailgame. New Maple Valley head focus of the Lions’ offense, plish the things we want to the bench 4o relieve Grizzle and Pape; showed a soft coach Ryan Nevins said he Hugheston Heckathorn and On the offensive end of the touch from outside hitting saw his guys looking a little Curtis Walker, in the paint. floor.” three three-pointers in the better from the outside shoot­ “Our kids play super He said spacing and ball bailgame. He was the only ing the ball from the outside, hard,” Nevins said. “Our movement are a couple of guy feeling it from outside in but not well enough to pull whole motto this year is things his guys really need to ‘effort and attitude.’ I can’t focus on. complain about our effort. I The focus was on the thought our kids played Delton Kellogg bench early super hard tonight. We on in the ballgame. Grizzle Brakes • Tune-Ups pressed for 32 minutes and picked up his second foul Mufflers • Batteries we created a lot ofturnovers, less than three minutes into Oil Changes • Shocks unfortunately we couldn’t the contest and two and a Struts convert on many of those halfminutes later Rench was Diagnostic Services turnovers. Offensively, we whistled for a second foul. knew that it was going to be Ideally, the Panthers offense Mechanic on Duh ■ ■ www.m66tire.com »email: m66tirecooper@att.Qfit j a struggle at the beginning of would run through Grizzle the year just because every­ and Pape in the post. Pape 7775 Saddlebag Lake Road, M-66, Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 thing is new. It is going to be scored all eight of the Ph 616-374-1200 • Fax 616-374-4427 a process for us to learn a Panthers’ points in the open­ ing quarter, and Delton came out of the first with an 8-6 lead. Pape and Grizzle came up Maple Valley junior forward Curtis Walker cuts into the lane with the basketball during the Lions’ season opener with visiting Delton Kellogg Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) big on the defensive end too, thwarting and swatting away numerous Lion shots in and around the paint. Howland said guys weren’t the only ones with some first game jitters. He lamented that he didn’t get his guys into their 1-2-2 trap for a bit in the bailgame, something the young team is still working on figuring out in practice, but he was really focused on just getting the ‘W’ on opening night. Maple Valley was led offensively by Walker who had eight points. Lane Morris and Heckathorn had seven points each. Eli Nelson, Buck Schrader and Jonathan Rosenberg had six points each. “If we shoot the ball bet­ ter, that is really what it comes down to. We actually had a lot of good looks, we just didn’t make many,” Nevins said. “We make our shots we’re in that game.” He was pleased with the effort and the attitude from his guys, the Lions’ heads never got down. Coach Nevins coached basketball at Charlotte for ten years, and football for 16, after playing- high school basketball in Charlotte AHd then four more years ofbas­ ketball at Concordia University in Ann Arbor. He spent five years as the varsity basketball head coach in Charlotte. “When coach (Trent) Harvey decided to step down, I thought, ‘I think I have something I can bffef'to this community,’” Nevins said. “Some ofthe things that are important to me are get­ ting our kids involved with the community, building some community spirit, some school spirit. I think those things are important. I harp on our kids all the time, ‘wear your school colors. Be proud of being a Maple Valley Lion.’ We want to get out in the community and do some things. You’re going to see us out in the community doing some community ser­ vice throughout the year.” The Lions return to action at home against the Battle Creek Academy Tigers tonight (Dec. 14). The Lions will go to Springport Tuesday and then will open the GLAC season at home on Friday against Stockbridge. NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS for NEWSPAPER CARRIERS! Lion wrestlers best Bath ROUTES (WALKING & DRIVING) AVAILABLE IN BARRY COUNTY • Paid Weekly • The People Paper' MUST APPLY IN PERSON AT OUR HASTINGS OFFICE 1351 N. M-43 Highway Hastings , fall to Haslett on first night The Maple Valley varsity wrestling team split its duals at its season-opening tri Wednesday at Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School. The Lions knocked off Bath 30-12 and fell 54-18 to Haslett on the evening. Maple Valley got a pair of pins in the dual with Haslett. Anthony Raymond stuck Anthony Watson nine sec­ onds into the third period of their 171-pound bout, and teammate David HosackFrizzell followed that up by pinning Jordan Lewis mid­ way through the opening period at 189 pounds. In the dual with the Haslett Vikings, the Vikings also got a forfeit win from Matthew Slaght at 103 pounds. Haslett got 36 of its points from six flights where the Lions didn’t have a wrestler. The Lions got forfeit wins from Slaght, Dante Buttleman, Hosack-Frizzell and Raymond in the dual with Bath, and added a pin by Gage Ertman at 119 pounds. Maple Valley travels to Lansing Eastern today (Dec. 14) for the annual Don Johnson tournament, and will go to Stockbridge for a GLAC Quad that also includes Olivet and Lakewood Wednesday. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 14,2019 — Page 5 Several Michigan schools impose cellphone bans this year Bridge Magazine ■ ,® >pfc®Sit ■*«'* htthlm ■f jtoflt (me. k®P 1teiri|b fcrl-’-lfif fe H ||| 1153 WWs wai tasotite linn terarii’fa hush si’iniftfe! B’S 3 E3WH! EEt aiuOn fr a ti fe tmtej I* iffciit i® I®?3 [faJfE vihlfiilV ■ Wfq asfeKE® g Jia zimkl3’ ■irii up* li&jlftW? trite? i itf i j(lJltllliljs.f<,,^, itterij gsuliiktri hhiss® a®*' bfcitit t*j'' Iklj®1®”* rit* fi Irikfri I* tfltri Michigan school officials in several districts across the state have imposed cellphone bans. Hastings Area School System is the latest to announce its plan to imple­ ment a districtwide cell phone ban “from bell to bell,”l beginning next semes­ ter. The policy carries a progressiye series of penalties for violators, starting with verbal warning, followed by confiscation of the phone for the day, followed by a requirement that a parent come in and pick up the device and, finally, possible suspension from school. Cellphone bans are being implemented as school offi­ cials in Michigan point to research indicating a down­ side to undue cellphone use among students. “The regularity of a cell­ phone disrupting a student’s ability to focus on something is as damaging as having a loud noise, a train engine, randomly disrupting instruc­ tion in the classroom,” Forest Hills Superintendent Dan Behm said. “It has become clear that excessive exposure to cellphones has a negative effect on school-aged chil­ dren.” The Forest Hills school ^[strict in Kent County implemented a cell phone ban at the start of the school year. A 2018 survey by the Pew Research Center, a Washington D.C.-based non­ partisan research center, seems to confirm the stereo­ type: Teens are hooked on their phones. ., ।, Pew found that 95 percent ofU.S. teens age 13 to 17 use a smartphone and 45 percent say they are online “almost constantly.” More than half said they spend too much time on their phones. Another survey found teens were on their phones nearly nine hours a day. Almost a fourth in the Pew survey said social media had a “mostly negative effect” on their lives. A third study, from the University of San Diego, concluded that students fre­ quently on their cellphones were twice as likely to be diagnosed with depression or anxiety as low-level users of cellphones. Some experts suspect that obsessive cellphone use may in fact be a physiological addiction, as the brain releas­ es the chemical dopamine part of the brain’s pleasure circuitry - with each digital notification. There’s emerging evidence that phones in schools can be a barrier to learning as well. The London School of Economics looked at test performance of 130,000 stu­ dents in 91 U.K. schools in 2015 that had banned mobile phones, concluding that scores on a national exam improved 6 percent follow­ ing the ban. Among under­ achieving students, scores climbed 14 percent. Still, one education pro­ fessor said she is skeptical of policies that summarily take happier, healthier relation-­- for for Education Education Statistics Statistics p pnercent ercent of of those those aao ogee 12 12 R Remsa B ehmm ssaaid heewasnnau/ar ew waass unn aauw/aarre n g cellphones out of students’ ships,” Chris Stanley, direc­ found that the percentage of through 17 have mobile of any who reached the sec­ hands. tor of instructional technolo­ U.S. public schools that phones - cellphone use is ond step, where the phone is “I’m not a proponent of an gy, said in a local media banned cellphones actually now banned in primary and seized from the student and all-out ban. They just tend report. “This is really an fell, from 91 percent in 2009­ middle schools nationwide. held by the school until not to work,” said Liz Kolb, opportunity for us to say, 10 to 66 percent in 2015-16. Ontario, Canada’s most pop­ claimed by a parent. a clinical associate professor time to put it away, folks.” New York City reversed its ulous province, banned cell­ “I have had parents tell me of education technologies at Plymouth-Canton public school cellphone ban phone use in public schools that ifit gets to that step, they the University of Michigan’s Plymouth-Canton in 2015, leaving it up to as ofthis year. The Australian won’t pick it up until June,” School of Education. “I’m Community Schools west of school principals to devise state of Victoria imposed a Behm said. not a proponent of a [cell­ Detroit is enforcing a cell­ their own policy. mobile phone ban this year Early reports are promis­ phone] free-for-all, either.” phone ban at its five middle But California is headed for primary and secondary ing, he said. “I’ve been hear­ Kolb is author of the 2011 schools, aiming it says to the opposite direction, as it schools. ing that students at lunch are “Cell Phones in the “keep the focus on academ­ takes school cellphone In Forest Hills, a “couple making eye contact and Classroom,” which extols ics and to reduce unneces­ restrictions statewide this dozen” students had phones talking face to face. Older cellphones as a powerful sary distractions.” year with a law that instructs confiscated for the day adults might not think that is educational tool. She teaches Saginaw all charter and public schools during the first two weeks of news. education students preparing In Saginaw Public to develop policies to limit or school — Step One in the pen­ “But I can tell you, from to be K-12 teachers. Schools, students must keep prohibit cell phone use. alty phase, the superinten­ my own experience, it is dif­ “Bring student cell phones cellphones in district-sup­ And in France - where 93 dent said. ferent.” out ofpockets and backpacks plied magnetic pouches and into the learning envi­ secured by powerful magnets ronment,” a promotional throughout the day. online page for the book As the Saginaw district states. struggles with low test Instead of a ban, Kolb pro­ scores, Superintendent posed that districts adopt Ramont Roberts said the pol­ guidelines where phones are icy is aimed at improving the integrated into the classroom learning environment. Longest bike race had shortest registration window yet at the discretion ofthe teach­ “We found the phones Greg Chandler popularity of the event and barry-roubaix.com, Monday. er. were a distraction. We are StaffWriter gravel racing,” race Riders who still wish to “They are most effective hoping to eliminate the dis­ The 2019 Barry-Roubaix co-director Matt Acker said. sign up may do so at bikereg. and successful when teachers traction and increase student bicycle race filled all of its Race organizers had com, and join the waitlist for are very deliberate about achievement in our learning available slots about a month expanded the cap on entries their particular race category. their use and when it’s not environment,” Roberts said. before the race, in the middle for the 2020 race from 3,500 If someone chooses to time to use them,” she said. of March. to 3,850 the year before, withdraw an entry, a Kolb said some schools It’s unclear what share of It only took seven days to including a cap of 350 entries registrant from the waitlist use a stoplight approach, Michigan schools now sell out next year’s race for the Psycho 100-mile will be moved to that slot. where a red dot outside a impose cellphone bans. An through Barry County. course, to accommodate Those who get added from classroom means cellphones official with the Michigan Race officials announced increased interest in the race. the waitlist will be charged will not be used, a yellow dot Association of School Sunday night that all 3,850 The Psycho entry cap was the regular entry fee plus $10 means phones will be put Boards said that organization available slots for what’s reached the first day of more, organizers said in their away but could be used and a does not track student cell­ billed as the world’s largest registration, Dec. 1. web post. green dot means students phone bans among the more gravel road race, set for April Organizers are Riders under age 18 may should have the phone out than 500 state public school 18,2020, have been claimed. encouraging those who still register for the race and and ready for use. districts - nor was he aware Riders age 18 and older who haven’t registered to still sign not be subjected to the “Every generation kind of of any organization that does. haven’t signed up now must up, even though the race is waitlist. They can register for has their thing - rock music, While at least several go on a waitlist to see if they considered sold out. “Each [he 18-mile and, ,36-mile television. Cellphones seem Michigan districts are dialing can enter the 12th annual year we have-many'whd have courses for a fee ' of‘$25 to be kind of a generational up new bans this year, a sur­ race. an entry but can’t attend the through bikereg.com. tool and conflict as well. But vey by the National Center “Selling out 2020 in a race,” organizers posted in a it does come down to giving week really shows the message on the race website, students an opportunity to explore, giving them room to be teenagers.” But Tamera Laage, a member of the Forest Hills parent group that recom­ mended the district cellphone ban, said a phone-free school might mean more than improved learning. Laage said it could encour­ age students to actually talk to each other face to face. “When you are texting, you miss the context, you miss the voice inflection, the little things that make con­ versation meaningful, that human connection. We learn a lot from each other by actu­ ally conversing,” she said. In addition to Hastings, some other Michigan school districts are moving in a sim­ ilar direction: Ionia Located just east of Grand Rapids, Ionia Public Schools is banning cellphones at its middle school this school year. “Our responsibility as a school district is to make sure that we are educating our kids both socially and academically,” principal Harlynn Jo and her mother Andrea Kauffman greet Santa during their visit to the library. (Photo provided by Wayne Piercefield III said. “As a staff, we are just realiz­ Brittany Snook Photography) ing that the cellphones are becoming a bigger and big­ Visitors to Putnam District but RSVP is required at the accessible to the public. be made with Library ger barrier to their success.” Library can make their own library or by calling 517­ Patrons are welcome to Director Savannah Shilton. Grosse Pointe More information is avail­ peruse the upstairs and uti­ 852-9723 Christmas stockings from 4 At three Grosse Pointe to 7 p.m. Dec. 19. The Local History Room lize the space for work, read­ able by calling the library Public School System mid­ emailing Assistant Director Community mentor Sue will be open from 1 to 3 p.m. ing, or simply a quiet area. dle schools, cellphones must Pufpaff will help participants Dec. 20. The upstairs rooms Beginning in January, the of Programs Sydney Khouri be “off and out of sight” this sew a stocking to hang up are equipped with various upstairs will only be open by at skhouri@putnamlib.org. school year. just in time for Christmas. artifacts, such as yearbooks appointment for the winter “We’re looking to build All supplies are provided, and newspapers that are months. Appointments can Barry-Roubaix filled; waitlist signup encouraged Make your own stocking at Putnam �Page 6 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, December 14,2019 Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Kellie Bartlett pleads guilty to multiple felonies Taylor Owens Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menn Monday, Dec. 16 Tuna salad, sandwich thin, pickled beets, diced peaches. Grilled chicken breast, brown & wild rice, roasted red potatoes, Italian blend vegetables, apple. Tuesday, Dec. 17 Turkey meatloaf, mashed potatoes & gravy, mixed vegetables, dinner roll, orange. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Dec. 16 Wednesday, Dec. 18 Burrito bake, Fiesta com, tossed salad, banana. Thursday, Dec. 19 Swiss steak, mashed red potatoes, seasoned Brussels sprouts, sliced peaches. Friday, Dec. 20 BBQ chicken thigh, sautded spinach, mixed vegetables, combread, apple. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Dec. 16 Sliced turkey & cheese sub, potato Mandarin oranges. Swiss salad, Tuesday, Dec. 17 Chicken pasta salad, broccoli cranberry salad, pineapple, club crackers. Wednesday, Dec. 18 Chicken Caesar salad, Italian pasta salad, grapes. Thursday, Dec. 19 MAPLE \*'f VALLEY \_J SCHOOLS Friday, Dec. 20 Chef salad, macaroni salad, fruitedjello. Grilled chicken breast, brown & wild rice, roasted red potatoes, Italian blend vegetables, apple. Tuesday, Dec. 17 Turkey meatloaf, mashed potatoes & gravy, mixed vegetables, orange. Wednesday, Dec. 18 Chicken tenders, roasted red potatoes, com, banana. Thursday, Dec. 19 Swiss steak, mashed red potatoes, seasoned baby Brussels sprouts, mixed fruit. Friday, Dec. 20 Lemon herb chicken, sweet potatoes, broccoli, dinner roll, grapes. Activities Calendar Monday, Dec. 16 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 a.m.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 a.m.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 a.m.; Sing along w/Stevel0:30 a.m.; Painting Group 1 p.m. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m.; Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m.; Delton: Walking 11 a.m.-l p.m. H,WJ4: Reminiscence. 17 Tuesday, Dec. 17 Hastings: Wii Bowling 9 nies and two misdemeanors, am.; Line Dancing 9:30 including identity theft, am.; Move for Bal. PD stalking and lying to police, 12:15 pm; Train Your Brain Barry County Prosecutor 1 pm.; Farewell to 49 Jam Julie Nakfoor Pratt said 6-8 pm. Nashville: “The most significant Dominoes 11 am. aspect of today’s plea hear­ Wednesday, Dec. 18 ing was Bartlett’s admission Hastings: Card Program 9-11 in court that she filed a false am.; Sr. Group Exercise report of criminal sexual 9: 15 am.; Move for Better conduct against the victim, Bal. 10:30 am.; Euchre an Eaton County Sheriff’s 12:30-2:30 pm. Nashville:: Deputy who she had been Dominoes 11 am.; dating,” Nakfoor Pratt said in Woodland: Card Games 11 a statement Wednesday. am. Delton: Walking 11 Nakfoor Pratt’s office was am.-l pm.; December assigned to the case by the Birthdays; Reminiscence. state Attorney General after Thursday, Dec. 19 the Eaton County Prosecutor Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 Douglas Lloyd recused his am.; Move for Bal. PD office due to a conflict. 12:15 pm.; Brain Works 1 Bartlett filed a complaint pm.; Alhz. Caregiver with the Michigan State Support Group 3:30 pm Police in January 2018, alleg­ Delton: Walking 11 am.-l ing that the deputy had sexupm.; Puzzles/Trivia. . ally assaulted her in March Nashville: TV Time;;2017. Dominoes 11 am.. But she was charged after Friday, Dec. 20 phone records and other eviHastings: Exercise 9 am.; Bingo 9:30 am.; Iron Rails 10: 30 am.. Nashville: Dominoes 11 am. Woodland: Card Games 11 am. MAPLEVALLEY SCHOOL OF CHOICE Maple Valley Schools will provide a nurturing environment that creates productive citizens with lifelong learning skills. Maple Valley Schools has upgraded all school buildings and facilities. We are proud to announce the following: Air Conditioned Classrooms Secure Entry Systems Safe Drop Off/Pick Up Parking Updated Playground Equipment Pre School & Child Care Options Upgraded Technology New lockers and locker rooms Athletic Facility Improvements The Maple Valley Staff has been working diligently to update our curriculum, instruction, and assessment resulting in our students achieving higher than state average test scores. Our programming includes: Positive Behavior Interventions Caring Student-Centered Teachers Updated Elementary Curriculum Enrichment Courses Physical and Health Education Library and Computers Band (Grades 5 -12) Art Education Comprehensive Assessment Plan Special Education Supports Multi-Tier System of Support (MTSS) Counseling Services StaffWriter Former Eaton County Sheriff’s Clerk Kellie Bartlett pleaded guilty to three felo- District wide Nurse Extra and Co - Curricular Offerings Award winning Agriculture program Maple Valley Pathways High School (Altemative/Adult/Virtualj Comprehensive Business Programs Woods/Manufacturing/Sawmill (operations) Musical Programs Dual Enrollment Opportunities Advanced Placement Courses (AP) Music Education We are now accepting Schools ofChoice applications for the second semester ofthe 2019­ 20 school year. Enrollment is available for all grades Pre 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 districts. Our staff at Maple Valley will know and care for your child as an individual. Your child will be accepted for his/her strengths and skillfully challenged to improve on weaknesses. For enrollment information, please call 517.852.9275 Visit our website: mvs.kl2.mi.us Applications will be accepted through Friday, January 10,2020 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ronald L. Gibbs and Jean A. Heeter Gibbs husband and wife, to PNC Bank, National Associ­ ation, successor by merger to National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated April 22,2004 and recorded May 11, 2004 in Instrument Num­ ber 1127399 and Loan Modifica­ tion recorded on June 19,2017, in Instrument Number 2017-006093, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twen­ ty-Eight Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety-Nine and 49/100 Dollars ($28,899.49), including interest at 1% 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 ofthem, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on JANUARY 9, 2020. Said premises are located in the Township of Prairieville, Barry County Michigan, and are described as: Lot 20, SUPERVISORS PLAT OF PRAIRIEVILLE as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page(s) 74, dence disclosed that she made up the sexual assault allegation against the deputy in retaliation for his ending the relationship, Nakfoor Pratt said. Bartlett pleaded guilty to accessing a computer with­ out authority at the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department, where she had worked until December 2017. She also admitted to forging the signa­ ture of an employee at the office of a Lansing area car­ diologist, and to stalking the woman who has since become the deputy’s wife, the prosecutor said. In exchange for her guilty plea, the prosecution will dis­ miss other charges that had been leveled against her. Bartlett’s husband, Shane LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Clint L. Pape and Malinda Jo Pape, husband and wife, to Fifth Third Mortgage - Ml, LLC, Mortgagee, dated September 24,2010 and re­ corded October 4, 2010 in Instru­ ment Number 201010040009209 and Loan Modification Agreement recorded on July 25, 2016, in In­ strument Number 2016-007238, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Bank, N.A. as Successor by merger to Fifth Third Mortgage Company, by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand Six Hun­ dred Ninety-Five and 64/100 Dol­ lars ($124,695.64), including inter­ est at 3.375% 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 ofthem, at public vendue at the place of hold­ ing the circuit court within Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on JANUARY 9,2020. Said premises are located in the Township of Johnstown, Bar­ ry County Michigan, and are de­ scribed as: Commencing at the intersection of North-South 1/4 line of Section 16, Town 1, North, Range 8 West and the centerline tangent ofcurve of State Highway South M-37 in the South 1/2 of said Section 16, thence South 60° 47’ East 802.00 feet along said tangent and the centerline of highway for the true Place of Beginning; thence continuing South 60° 47’ East 220.00 feet; thence South 29°, 13’ West 396.00 feet; thence North 60°, 47’ Wes.t 22e0e.t0;0t feenect;e thoerntce N,orth Bartlett, who was the Potterville police chief, was arraigned in May on three felony charges; misconduct in office, lying to a police officer and falsifying a police report. Nakfoor Pratt said Shane Bartlett aided and abetted his wife in falsifying the report. He is scheduled for pre­ liminary hearing Jan. 2,2020 in Eaton County. District Court. A hearing on Kellie Bartlett’s sentencing is set for 8:30 a.m. Jan. 30, in Eaton County Circuit Court. 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 OF­ FICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT hav- ing been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on June 2,2017, by Cheryl D. McCrorey, a single woman, as Mortgagor, giv­ en by her to Commercial Bank, as Mortgagee, and recorded on June 22, 2017, in Instrument Number 2017-006279, Barry County Re­ cords, and re-recorded on July 26, 2017, in Instrument Number 2017-007464, Barry County Re­ cords, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of One Hundred Seven­ ty-Three Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-One and 42/100 Dollars ($173,231.42); 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 be­ come operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV­ EN that on Thursday, January 9, 2020 at 1:00 o'clock in the after­ noon, at the Barry County Court­ house in Hastings, Michigan, that being one ofthe 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 ven­ ue 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 TOWNSHIP OF BARRY, COUNTY OF BAR­ RY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Lot 7 of Cottage Grove Resort, according to the plat recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 21, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan. Commonly known address: 10894 E. Shore Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046. Parcel ID Num­ The North 74.25 feet of the West 29°, 13’ East 396.00 feet to the ber: 08-03-060-005-00 The period 165 feet of Lot 22 of the SUPER­ place of beginning. Subject to within which the above premises VISORS PLAT OF VILLAGE OF easement over the Northeasterly may be redeemed shall expire six PRAIRIEVILLE, as recorded in 50 feet thereof for Highway South (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 74, BARRY M-37. County Records. The redemption period shall be accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such 600.3241a, in which case the re­ b months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ demption period shall be 30 days sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA from the time of such sale. If the doned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, in which case the re­ property is sold at foreclosure sale §600.3241 a, in which case the re­ demption period shall be 30 days under Chapter 32 of the Revised demption period shall be 30 days Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant from the date of such sale. from the date of such sale. to MCL 600.3278, the mortgag­ If the property is sold at fore ­ If the property is sold at fore­ ors) will be held responsible to closure sale, pursuant to MCL closure sale, pursuant to MCL the person who buys the property 600.3278, the borrower will be 600.3278, the borrower will be at the foreclosure sale or to the held responsible to the person held responsible to the person mortgage holder for damaging who buys the property at the mort­ who buys the property at the mort­ the property during the redemp­ gage foreclosure sale or to the gage foreclosure sale or to the tion period. Dated: November 22, mortgage holder for damage to mortgage holder for damage to 2o 0n19p eFrOoST.ERa, eSW:IFo Tv, eCmOLeLrINS, the property during the redemp- the property during the redemp­ & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL tion period. tion period. BANK Benjamin J. Price Alma, Dated: December 7,2019 Dated: December 7,2019 Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys Ale No. 19-011475 File No. 19-007301 for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Arm Name: Orlans PC Firm Name: Orlans PC Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (12-07)(12-28) 133523 (12-07)(12-28) 133560 (11-30)(12-21) 132966 BARRY County Records. ALSO, �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, December 14. 2019 — Page 7 Lions bested by undefeated Delton Kellogg varsity girls >?wh KiSi ftsYx <,5js •tS SSJ ® hi ■ Wh' * Vi’i n ». 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Erin Kapteyn led the Delton Kellogg girls with 14 points and Abbie Bever knocked down four three-pointers and finished with 13 points. “Lauren Lebeck and Holly McManus were huge on the d e f e n sijtve» e——n—— dJJ of the XI XflIoor with their communication and rotations,” coach Mohn said. “Kiersten Moore came offthe bench and did a really nice job for us as well. Very proud of the three of them. He thought his team’s defense was really the key to the game. “We really put some effort in making the attempt to shut down (Maple Valley junior) Ashlyn Wilkes, who is a pretty special player. For the most part, I thought we were successful. I really think that was a major part of the win,” coach Mohn said. Wilkes finished with eight points for the Lions in the loss. Alison McGlocklin and Hailey Heckathom had six points apiece. Trista Medina JI ««r-ia a a a ao a a_n_ dJI W««r-iilakes aleda tahe aLo aions seven rebounds each. Megan Valiquette and Medina had four steals each. The Lions were down by 12 points at the half, and surged a little bit to put some pressure on the Panthers. “We had a good third quarter to get within six going into the fourth quarter, and right now we’re just making silly little mistakes, turnovers that aren’t neces­ sary, and we’re over drib­ bling the basketball way too much,” Maple Valley head coach Landon Wilkes said. He said his girls had a ten to 12 minute stretch where they played very well, but still need to work on their defensive rotations and their spacing on offense. — — The M_aple _V_alley girls are in the first half before losing now 0-3 on the season. a three-point shooter in the Saranac scored a 44-40 win comer to allow the Saranac over the Lion ladies last girls to go into the half up Friday (Dec. 6). one. “Our ball movement The Lions are off this better and we were attacking the glass. Even though I’m bringing back some kids that played for me last year, we’re still really young,” coach Wilkes said. 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The concert will the show- case the fifth grade, sixth grade, junior high and high school bands as they play a mix of holiday classics and exciting concert band pieces. Not only will this be the first time the fifth grade band performs for an audience, this will be Band Director Anna Petrenko’s first time conducting a concert at Maple Valley. President Trump coming to Battle Creek on Dec. 18 J-Ad News Services President Donald J. Trump is coming to Southwest Michigan next week. The president will be com­ ing to Battle Creek on Wednesday, Dec. 18 to hold a rally at Kellogg Arena which is. (located at 1 McCamly Square in downtown Battle Greek. The rally is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. For public ticket information to attend the rally, visit donaldjtrump. com/events/battle-creek-midec-christmas-ral ly. It not yet known when the president will be arriving in town, what streets will be blocked off for the presi­ dent’s motorcade, or what Battle Creek businesses would be affected. The most recent visit to Battle Creek by a president - who was, at the time, a presidential hopeful - was by Barack Obama who, along with his Vice President Joe ««Sm»*! »! SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP jW |(j)|[9®jijitn j|(j)|[jjn|(j)|[9®jijit /tjl^nrin jt » / tj l^ n r in WINTER 2019 TAX COLLECTION Biden, came to Battle Creek’s C.O. Brown Stadium in August 2008. The last sitting president to visit Battle Creek was George W. Bush in September 2004. Earlier this week, the fol­ lowing information was pro­ vided by Jessica Vanderkolk, speaking on behalf of Police Chief Jim Blocker. Vanderkolk also said to watch the Battle Creek City Blog for more information. • Security/police presence: “The presidential campaign and U.S. Secret Service will be. focused on the president and the rally event; the city’s No. 1 goal on Dec. 18 is to keep safe the thousands of people we expect to attend, and gather in downtown spaces. As such, we are plan­ ning our police presence, and will have multiple law enforcement agencies involved.” • Checks and items restric­ tions into the arena: “We will have the details on this in the coming days, but yes, rally attendees should expect to have their bags checked, and to be restricted on the items they can bring into the arena.” • Potential effect on busi­ nesses: “We don’t know yet what types of restrictions the Secret Service may request downtown, how this could affect businesses near the arena is still in question.” • Protests: “We are aware of groups planning protests or demonstrations, and there are restrictions around those gatherings as well. Details to come.” EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm All are invited to attend. A cookie reception will follow the concert. weekend. 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There is also a night depository slot at the township hall for payment convenience. Serving You Since 1932 tion of the law. Our readers are hereby informed (517) 726-0088 10076 0076 NASHVILLE NASHVILLE HWY. HW VERMONTVILLE 5 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa crystalflash.com — 800.875.4851 �Page 8-Just Say‘As Advertised In the Maple Valley News’Saturday. December 14.2019 MDHHS prepares Healthy Michigan Plan beneficiaries for work requirements activities to MDHHS from Jan. 25 to Feb. 29, 2020, by going to Michigan.gov/ MiBridges or calling 833­ 895-4355. They will need to continue to do that every month. Michigan enacted its Healthy Michigan Plan effective April 1, 2014, after bipartisan approval of legislation that expanded Medicaid to residents with incomes at or below 133 percent ofthe federal poverty level. More than 640,000 have Healthy people Michigan Plan coverage today. According to research from the University of the Healthy Michigan,, Michigan Plan has more than doubled primary care usage, reduced enrollees’ reliance on the emergency room by 58 percent, cut uncompensated care by nearly 50 percent, and added $2.3 billion to the state’s economy. The work the requirements threaten t initiative’s success. More about the Healthy Michigan Plan can be found at HealthyMichiganPlan.org about the work and about the work requirements and and other other changes on the “Changes Coming in 2020” tab. Beneficiaries with questions may call 800-6423195. Enrollees can report work activities online or via toll-free number More than 238,000 people enrolled in the Healthy Michigan Plan will begin receiving letters this week explaining what is needed to comply with the program’s new work requirements under state law approved prior to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer taking office. The notices are the latest effort by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to preserve health insurance coverage for as many people as possible. Individuals who receive this letter must tell MDHHS monthly about their work orr other activities, such as job by training approved MDHHS or searching for a job. They must work or participate in other qualifying activities for at least 80 hours each month or else they could lose Healthy Michigan Plan coverage. Healthy Michigan Plan beneficiaries who are subjectt work requirements to the t must report work or other Santa stops in Vermontville Everett and Lydia Hill tell Santa and Mrs. Claus what like tor they would Christmas Dec. 9, at the Vermontville Community Center. More than 200 people visited the event, hosted by the Vermontville Township Library, to see Santa, make crafts, eat cookies and get free books. (Photos by Taylor Owens) Basketball sign-up time for 7th and 8th grade boys Maple Valley seventh and eighth grade boys can sign­ up for the Red Cedar League basketball season Monday Dec. 16 and Wednesday Dec. 18 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School hallway in front of the west gym. Forms will be available at the sign-up and are also available at the high school office. All forms and fees are due not later than Dec. 20. The cost to participate is $20 per player, and is due at sign-up. Player fee scholar­ ship are available upon request and approval. The Maple Valley teams are travel teams that play on Saturdays and Sundays in the Greater Lansing Area. Home games are played at Maple Valley High School. Those with any questions are asked to please contact MV Youth Basketball Coordinator Tony Joostbems by phone at 269-838-8131 or by email at tjoostbems@ yahoo.com. Bentley Wright and Jim Zemke make crafts during Santa’s visit. Great Gift Ideas DeWalt 25' v Tape Measure Holders Heat Thermal Socks Avery and Britiney Rumsey glue on cotton balls at the Vermontville Community DWHT3 DWHT36107 Jeans starting at 99 I iH Om E T ’D W Nh J ’. TH tw O T f ■ it LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State in Nashville 852-0882 www.HometownLumber.com SSSS Center. HCB receives five-star rating Highpoint Community Bank has received a five-star rating from BauerFinancial Inc., a national bank rating firm. This is the 41st such quarterly rating for the local bank. “Relationship banking is a lot like any other relation­ ship, Karen Dorway, BauerFinancial president skid. “It’s much easier to maintain confidence and trust than to try to win it back. While a lot of Wall Street banks lost it, Highpoint Community Bank never did. In fact, a recent Rederal Reserve survey found that while fewer than half of Big Bank customers were satis­ fied with their overall bank­ ing experience, the vast majority of community bank customers are satisfied. And local businesses dealing with community banks not only reported the most satisfac­ tion, but also the most success.” HCB has offices in Hastings, Middleville, Caledonia, Nashville, Bellevue, Wayland and Marshall. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/833/MapleValleyNews_2019-12-21.pdf b3d129ec4ef11975bbf5756330346b1b PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY new Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 A local paper oftoday! Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 51, December 21,2019 MV Students sweep Olivet art show The Maple Valley Choir sings Christmas carols Monday night. ning. “It’s been a busy year,” Droscha said. “The students have been doing some amazA charcoal portrait by junior Emilie Allwardt was on ing work.” The students also have had display at an art show Monday night. (Photos by Taylor opportunities to try new art Owens) forms, like digital art on Droscha’s iPad, and silk Taylor Owens them,” Maple Valley art screen printing. Droscha Staff Writer teacher Jessica Droscha said. partnered with Court-Side Maple Valley students “I was just floored that many Screen Printing and won 20 out 21 scholarships kids got awards.” Embroidery, which donated to OliVet College. The students submitted equipment, gave students a The scholarships, each up paintings, sketches, mosaics tour of their business and to $3,000, were awarded and more to the show, and helped them get started. after an art show for area much of their work was on Maple Valley winners are: students at the college Dec. display at an art show before Kelsey Meyers, Emilie 13. the holiday choir concert at Allwardt, Cheyenne Brumm, “I was very, very proud of the high school Monday eve- Austynn Fears, Jaydi Amber Zinn, Briones, Courter, Leah Ryleigh Courter, Priesman, Kay Bansemer, Natalie Raeine, Lillyanne Laws, Victoria Clark, Jade Scott, Gloria Guernsey, Haydeen Curtis, Nautica Burkett, Burkett, Aubrey Aubrey Pintar, Pintar, Alyson Gusey, Lyssa Walker and Alison McGlocklin. Junior Kay Bansemer said one night she sudden­ ly decided to paint this skeleton. “It’s a way of expressing myself that I enjoy, and whatever you It took senior Victoria Clark a month to make this glass make is independent to box in art class this semester. you,” Bansemer said. Brief Vermontville Township meeting focuses on fire calls Luke Froncheck StaffWriter The five people in atten­ dance at Vermontville Township’s Dec. 19 meeting sat down at 7 p.m. By 7:30, the meeting was over and the chairs were being folded up. Treasurer Shirley Harmon was absent due to an illness. Fire Chief Jeff Wetzel reported that the township fire department had 14 calls for service in November. He also gave the emergency medical services report for ambulance director Brittney Two Fuller Street students were nominated to “Shop with a Cop” for being hard Gardner who was absent. working and having positive attitudes. Students Porter Bryson (right) and Martin Vermontville EMS had 11 Roebuck went to lunch with Department of Natural Resources Officer Richard calls for service in November. Cardenas, and then went Christmas shopping Dec. 13 (Photo provided) Wetzel told Supervisor Fuller Street kids shop with a cop Jack Owens that fire billings are current. The next Vermontville Township meeting will be at 7 p.m. Jan. 23 in the fire bam. In This Issue Putnam Library hosting events during holiday break Kalamo Masons give to local communities Just one in five shots fall for Lions against Pennfield Lions climb out of ten-point hole to win at Springport �Page 2 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 21,2019 Gloria Gorman NASHVILLE, MI - Gloria Gorman passed away unexpectedly on December 14, 2019 at the age of 82. She took her last breath with family by her side. Gloria was bom on April 23, 1937 in Ionia County, Michigan. Daughter of Homer and Irene Hall. Gloria spent her days working in home healthcare as a CNA. She was married to the love of her life Thomas Gorman for 56 years before he passed away on February 27, 2013. Gloria enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren, making crafts, hosting garage sales, going to church, and going out to breakfast with her church friends. Gloria was preceded in death by both her parents, her brother, and her husband. She is survived by her son Gary and daughter-in-law April, granddaughter Katie and grandson Marr; son Um and daughter-in-law Melinda, granddaughters Jessie, Britney, and Elizabeth, grandson Nick, great grandson Haven; son Buddy and daughter-in-law Michelle, grandson Aaron, granddaughter Danielle; son Mike and daughter-in-law Becky, Grandsons Nathan, Bruce, Austin; her sweet dog companion Rosie. A funeral mass was celebrated Friday, Dec. 20, 2019 at the St Cyril Catholic Church, 203 N. State St, Nashville, MI 49073. Contributions may be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care: % RFH, PO Box 36, Sunfield MI 48890. Please visit a special web page for Gloria, to leave a condolence or light a candle in her memory: www. RosierFuneralHome.com The family has entrusted the the arrangements to Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield: Rosier Funeral Home. Mary Fisher from the Vermontville Mason Tim Smith (right) presents Max Troutner from the Bellevue Christmas Basket program accepts a a check to Lois Elliston, representing Good Samaritans receives a $300 check from Mason Tim Smith. the Nashville Christmas Basket check from Mason Denny Swartz. program. (Photos provided) Kalamo Masons give to local communities Continuing its tradition of giving, Kalamo Masonic Lodge 327 presented three local charities with $300 each for their respective food basket programs. The dona- tions were made possible MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS “Invite us in. We’ll bring RESULTS! Sally Magoon, Associate Broker 269-986-5737 smagoonrealestate@gmail.com Weichert ■ R-'E. KWflGXKirarMI Emerald Properties 111 N. Bostwick Avenue Charlotte, Ml 48813 www.weichertemerald.com Office: (517) 543-7363 Barry County Extension Calendar of Events December 2019 24-25 Extension Office closed for Christmas holidays 31 Extension Office closed for New Year’s Eve holiday January 2020 1 Extension Office closed for New Year’s Day 7 4-H Advisory CouncilMeeting,6:30pm., Extension Office 4-H Expansion and 7 Review Meeting, following Advisory Council Mtg. 8 Teen Leaders Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Commission on Aging 13 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC rQ wi Merry Christmas. e closing early Christmas Eve at 12 pm. Thank you for all your support Merry Christmas were the Nashville and Vermontville Christmas bas­ ket programs and the Bellevue Good Samaritans. Freemasonry has a record for helping others, through scholarships, assistance with community needs, tutoring in schools, providing safety programs for children or senior living service. Michigan Masons aim to build a better world by build­ ing better communities. Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Dec. 23 Sliced turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes & gravy, seasoned Brussels sprouts, apple. Tuesday, Dec. 24 Christmas Eve. All sites Closed. No Meal Delivery. Wednesday, Dec. 25 Christmas Day. All sites Closed. No Meal Delivery. Thursday, Dec. 26 Congregate Sites Closed. Friday, Dec. 27 Congregate Sites Closed. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Dec. 23 Sliced roast beef & Swiss cheese sub, pea & cheese salad, grapes. Tuesday, Dec. 24 Christmas Eve. All sites Closed. No Meal Delivery. Wednesday, Dec. 25 Christmas Day. All sites Closed. No Meal Delivery. Thursday, Dec. 26 Macaroni & cheese. Meal will need to be heated. Friday, Dec. 27 Michigan turkey salad (nuts), pasta salad, diced peaches. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Dec. 23 Sliced turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes & gravy, seasoned Brussels sprouts, apple. Tuesday, Dec. 24 Christmas Eve. All sites Closed. No Meal Delivery. Wednesday, Dec. 25 Christmas Day. All sites Closed. No Meal Delivery. Thursday, Dec. 26 Tilapia, brown & wild rice, roasted red potatoes, seasoned green beans, banana. Friday, Dec. 27 Salisbury steak, baked potato, carrots, whole grain roll, pear Activities Calendar Monday, Dec. 23 Hastings: Card Program 9-11 am.; Sr. Group Exercise 9:15 am.; Move for Better Bal. 10:30 am.; Painting Group 1 pm. Woodland: Card Games 11 am.; Nashville: Dominoes 11 am.; Delton: Walking 11 am.-l pm. H,WJQ: Reminiscence. Tuesday, Dec. 24 Christmas Eve. All COA Sites Closed. Wednesday, Dec. 25 Christmas Day. All COA Sites Closed. Thursday, Dec. 26 - All COA Sites Closed. ADC will be open. Friday, Dec. 27 - AU COA Sites Closed. ADC wiU be open. Maple Valley News We at the Country Kettle would like to wish all of our customers a through a matching contribu­ tion from the Michigan Masonic Charitable Foundation. The basket programs pro­ vide food and toys for needy families. The three recipients Published by... J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 H News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com 'Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com Country Kettle Cafe Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & ceo _____________________Hank Schuuring » cfo_______________ • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. Chris Silverman Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! Open 7 Days 6AM - 8PM 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 csilverman@j-adgraphics.com • NEWSROOM • Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com _ �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, December 21,2019 — Page 3 Putnam hosting events during holiday break Teens and adults are wel­ come to visit Putnam District library during the “Magic: The Gathering” meetup from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 27. New and experienced players will be able to meet and bat­ tle. Along with the space, the library is also offering sup­ plies for players to borrow so they can participate. Players are encouraged to bring friends to ensure there will be another person to battle. Children are invited to the library from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 28, to celeA ribbon-cutting ceremony for Main Street Gallery home of Shari Carney’s Fine Line brate the snowy season with Main Street Gallery opens in Nashville Studios took place Wednesday. The gallery is open Tuesday and Thursday from 4 to themed games and prizes at 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. More information the Kids’ Winter Carnival. The library library will will have have games games is available on Facebook and at 269-788-8095. The Just one in five shots fall for Lions against Pennfield A third-quarter surge was the difference for the Pennfield girls as the Panthers knocked off the Maple Valley varsity basket- ball team 42-32 in non-conference action Tuesday at Maple Valley High School. Pennfield went on a 14-5 run in the third quarter to wipe out what had been a 14-13 Lion lead at the half. Maple Valley struggled to shoot the ball in the first half and those struggles contin­ ued into the second. The lions shot just 20 percent from the floor. “We have to shoot the ball better than we are right now,” Lion head coach Landon Wilkes said. “We have to finish. We have to be able to finish. We have to rebound the ball better on the offen­ sive end of the floor and we have to get back.” The Lions were working on that in practice this week, both offensive rebounding and getting back on defense. While the rebounding was okay, the Lions gave up too many points in transition to the Panthers Tuesday. Ashlyn Wilkes had 17 points and eight rebounds to lead the "Lion offense. She scored 11 of those 17 in the fourth quarter. “Her teammates do a great job of putting her in a great position to score,” coach Wilkes said. “She has to do a Norma Woodbury celebrates 80th birthday Norma Woodbury, of Vermontville, will be celebrating her 80th birthday on December 27, 2019. She was bom December 27, 1939. A card shower would be appreciated in her honor. Cards may be sent to Norma Woodbury, 5005 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville, MI 49096. No gifts please. Roaring 20*s MEW TEAK’S IVI IAIIV 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Live Entertainment by L&L DJ Entertainment • Drink Specials • Champagne Toast at better job of passing the ball when she gets collapsed on and not forcing issues. This team will not be a one-trick pony. I have to have every-- such as Pin the Nose on the Snowman, penguin bowling and more. Visitors can earn tokens and exchange tokesn for prizes. This event is designed for elementary age children. Visitors to the library can create bracelets, boxes, ani­ mals, and more using origa- mi techniques from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday Dec. 30. Community mentor Sue body playing well and Swantek will guide attendees involved for us to have suc-step by step through the fold- cess.” Jilliann Moore had eight points and Alison McGlocklin four for the Lions as well. Trista Medina had a teamhigh ten rebounds. Moore and Megan Valiquette had seven rebounds apiece. Moore added two blocked shots and Medina had two steals. Abby Schwartz led Pennfield with 17 points. The Lions were scheduled to open Greater Lansing Activities Conference play at home against Stockbridge last night. Sue Swantek helps Canaan Kelly create an origami flower. (Photo provided) ing process. All skill levels and ages are welcome to attend. More information is avail­ able at the library, by calling 517-852-9723 or emailing assistant director of programs Sydney Khouri, skhouri@ putnamlib.org. The library will be closed from Dec. 24-26, and Dec. 31 through Jan. 1 for the hol­ idays. MAPLEVALLEY Maple Valley Schools will provide a nurturing environment that creates productive citizens with lifelong learning skills. 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 Schools has upgraded all school buildings and facilities. We are proud to announce the following: Air Conditioned Classrooms Secure Entry Systems Safe Drop Off/Pick Up Parking Updated Playground Equipment Pre School & Child Care Options Upgraded Technology New lockers and locker rooms Athletic Facility Improvements The Maple Valley Staff has been working diligently to update our curriculum, instruction, and assessment resulting in our students achieving higher than state average test scores. Our programming includes: Positive Behavior Interventions Caring Student-Centered Teachers Updated Elementary Curriculum Enrichment Courses Physical and Health Education Library and Computers Band (Grades 5 - 12) Art Education Comprehensive Assessment Plan Special Education Supports Multi-Tier System of Support (MTSS) Counseling Services District wide Nurse Extra and Co - Curricular Offerings Award winning Agriculture program Maple Valley Pathways High School (Altemative/Adult/Virtual) Comprehensive Business Programs Woods/Manufacturing/Sawmill (operations) Musical Programs Dual Enrollment Opportunities Advanced Placement Courses (AP) Music Education We are now accepting Schools of Choice applications for the second semester ofthe 2019­ 20 school year. Enrollment is available for all grades Pre 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 districts. Our staff at Maple Valley will know and care for your child as an individual. Your child will be accepted for his/her strengths and skillfully challenged to improve on weaknesses. For enrollment information, please call 517.852.9275 Don’t Miss Out! 188 S. Main St., Vermontville 517-726-0098 (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Now accepting MasterCard & Visa Visit our website: mvs.kl2.mi.us Applications will be accepted through Friday, January 10,2020 �Christmas down Main Street A couple of elves bong up the back of the Maple Valley Band as it marches down Main Street in Nashville Maple Valley 4-H members and their horses march in the parade highpoint Please note our special HOLIDAY HOURS: Tuesday, December 24th Christmas Eve - Close at 1 pm Wednesday, December 25th Christmas Day - CLOSED 17 If amf Online Ranking it available 24 Houn a Day! highpointcommunitybank.com Member FDIC Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen Josey Terpening walks in what will likely be her last parade as queen �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, December 21,2019 — Page 5 Over $3,000 raised at community breakfast came Breakfast at the First Members of the Maple Valley Girls Basketball team, Congregational Church in incluc|ing Alison McGIocklin, volunteered to serve food support of Kevin Root during the breakfast. “It’s been nice serving the commuOrganizer Lois Hammonds anc* see'ng them smile, McGIocklin said, said $3,000 was raised for Root, who was injured by a combine in a farm accident late last month. 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Free Papers Working for You crystalflash.com — 800.875.4851 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 21,2019 the Nashville area. The endowment held by the Barry Community Foundation ensures that 100 percent of any gift Automotive Pets you give remains in our area. There are not many ways to give that can assure 100 percent goes directly to the need. Consider this option if giving is in your plans this holiday season. So 03 HONDA PILOT, leather, good condition inside, needs motor. Asking $1,500 OBO. 269-838-6590. MINI GOLDEN DOODLE Puppies. Family Raised. Loving & Cuddly. Born October 7, 2019. Vet checked, Vacci­ nated & Wormed. 2 Females, 2 Males. Price Dropped!! 517­ many of our students and their families have benefitted from Happy holidays one and all Dr. Katherine Bertolini Superintendent This will be the last column of 2019 since I will be taking the last week off to be with my family in North Carolina. I the work of this excellent organization. This week I am joined by my co-author Lorraine Benedict, MVS counselor, who shares some of the many ways we work to meet the social and emotional needs of our students. As we continue our deliberate exploration of ways we can support GUTTER LEAF GUARD: We install several styles of leaf protection for your gutter whole-child initiatives, these are wonderfill programs to be f&ordeovwernsprooubtlesmys&te bmu,d oente aware of. Lorraine Benedict Counselor We have just finished our second cohort of Ele’s Place group, a support group for teenagers who have lost loved ones. We had 14 high school participants complete the eight-week Business Services 852-2173. for every problem & budget. Before you sign a high priced contract with the big city firms, get a price from us. We've served this area since 1959. BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING (269)945-0004. look forward to a time of rest, reflection and celebration, and program. 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The group has recently been sending three teams to work with our students, providing about 30 kids with extra support services. As we celebrate this season, rejoice, reflect on 2019 and join us in eager anticipation for what 2020 may bring. Happy holidays from all of us at Maple Valley Schools. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or LEGAL NOTICE discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or marital 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 vitia­ tion 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 num­ ber for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Email resume to circulation@j-adgraphics.com Village of Vermontville Public Meeting Notice Notice is hereby given that the Village ofVermontville will hold a public hearing on the proposed U.S. Department of Agriculture-Rural Development (USDA-RD) project for improvements to the Village of Vermontville Water System. The meeting will be held prior to the regular­ ly scheduled Village Council meeting at the Vermontville Community Center at 108 N. Main Street, on January 9th at 6:30 p.m. The Village, with assistance from their engineering consultant, Fleis & Vandenbrink, has been evaluating the entire drinking water distribution system. The purpose of the evaluation has been to review improvements necessary to meet current regulations as well as long term operation and maintenance ofthe system. To help defray costs, the Village is looking to secure funds from USDA-RD. Funds received will be in a loan/grant combination. Grants range from 0% to 100% depending on various criteria. The Village and their consultant are in the beginning stages of developing the Project Plan and the purpose ofthis meeting is to provide information and discussion for improvements to the system in order to meet current regulations. Preliminary cost estimates and impacts on water quality and social impacts will be discussed. Ifyou would prefer to send written com­ ments for consideration, please forward them prior to the public meeting to the Village of Vermontville, attention: Village Clerk, at the above address. Ifyou have special needs associated with your attendance at the hearing, please let the Village know so a reasonable effort can be made to accommodate your needs. For further information or if you have questions, please call the Village Clerk at (517) 726-1429 or the Department of Public Works Garage at (517) 726-1444. NOTICE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ronald L. Gibbs and Jean A. Heeter Gibbs husband and wife, to PNC Bank, National Associ­ ation, successor by merger to National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated April 22, 2004 and recorded May 11, 2004 in Instrument Num­ ber 1127399 and Loan Modifica­ tion recorded on June 19,2017, in Instrument Number 2017-006093, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twen­ ty-Eight Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety-Nine and 49/100 Dollars ($28,899.49), including interest at 1% 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 hold­ ing the circuit court within Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on JANUARY 9, 2020. Said premises are located in the Township of Prairieville, Barry County Michigan, and are described as: Lot 20, SUPERVISORS PLAT OF PRAIRIEVILLE as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page(s) 74, LEGAL NOTICE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Clint L. Pape and Malinda Jo Pape, husband and wife, to Fifth Third Mortgage - Ml, LLC, Mortgagee, dated September 24,2010 and re­ corded October 4, 2010 in Instru­ ment Number 201010040009209 and Loan Modification Agreement recorded on July 25, 2016, in In­ strument Number 2016-007238, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Bank, N.A. as Successor by merger to Fifth Third Mortgage Company, by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand Six Hun­ dred Ninety-Five and 64/100 Dol­ lars ($124,695.64), including inter­ est at 3.375% 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 hold­ ing the circuit court within Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on JANUARY 9, 2020. Said premises are located in the Township of Johnstown, Bar- The North 74.25 feet of the West 165 feet of Lot 22 of the SUPER­ VISORS PLAT OF VILLAGE OF PRAIRIEVILLE, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 74, BARRY County Records. 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 re­ demption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. 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 mort­ gage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemp­ tion period. Dated: December 7,2019 File No. 19-007301 Firm Name: Orlans PC ry County Michigan, and are de­ scribed as: Commencing at the intersection of North-South 1/4 line of Section 16, Town 1, North, Range 8 West and the centerline tangent of curve of State Highway South M-37 in the South 1/2 of said Section 16, thence South 60° 47’ East 802.00 feet along said tangent and the centerline of highway for the true Place of Beginning; thence continuing South 60° 47’ East 220.00 feet; thence South 29°, 13’ West 396.00 feet; thence North 60°, 47’ West 220.00 feet; thence North 29°, 13’ East 396.00 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to easement over the Northeasterly 50 feet thereof for Highway South M-37. 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 re­ demption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. 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 mort­ gage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemp­ tion period. Dated: December 7, 2019 File No. 19-011475 Firm Name: Orlans PC (12-07)(12-28) (12-07)(12-28) BARRY County Records. ALSO 133560 133523 Help Wanted WATER WELL DRILLING Company seeking full and/ or part time help. Will pay competitive wages. 40 hrs plus overtime offered. Job expecta­ tions in field of, fabrication, operation of heavy equipment and laborer available. Random drug and alcohol screening will be required. Apply for position in person. Ewing Well Drilling, Inc., 10076 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, MI 49096, 517-726-0088. 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 OF­ FICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT hav­ ing been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on June 2,2017, by Cheryl D. McCrorey, a single woman, as Mortgagor, giv­ en by her to Commercial Bank, as Mortgagee, and recorded on June 22, 2017, in Instrument Number 2017-006279, Barry County Re­ cords, and re-recorded on July 26, 2017, in Instrument Number 2017-007464, Barry County Re­ cords, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of One Hundred Seven­ ty-Three Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-One and 42/100 Dollars ($173,231.42); 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 be­ come operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV­ EN that on Thursday, January 9, 2020 at 1:00 o'clock in the after­ noon, at the Barry County Court­ house in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry Coun­ ty, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or ven­ ue 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 mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF BARRY, COUNTY OF BAR­ RY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Lot 7 of Cottage Grove Resort, according to the plat recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 21, Barry Township, Barry County, Michi- gan. Commonly known address: 10894 E. Shore Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046. Parcel ID Num­ ber: 08-03-060-005-00 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 re­ demption 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 mortgag­ ors) will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemp­ tion period. Dated: November 22, 2019 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price Alma, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, Ml 48933 (517) 371-8253 (11-30)(12-21) 132966 �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, December 21,2019 — Page 7 K sW ■ tx*^. w*S.^Sh.!■■ V«iw. h •& SS! is w Lions climb out of ten-point hole to win at Springport The Lions trailed b bvyy hh v ten in the opening quarter, but bat­ tled back to lead by two in the end Tuesday at Springport. Junior forward Hugheston Heckathom knocked down two free throws with 3.2 sec­ onds remaining to put the Maple Valley varsity boys’ hoclrph hoasclkrpetbhall toorr> b earmr> in front 45-43 and the Lions held on for their first victory of the season. Heckathom had a teamhigh 16 points and Curtis Walker chipped in 14 points and eight rebounds for the Lions in the non-conference victory. -n -Tnh_e■■ L••_io__n_s__tr_ailed 17-7 at the end of the opening quar­ ter, and cut that deficit in half in the second quarter. Senior power forward McCartney Robinson led the Spartans with 17 points, but he was held to a single free throw in the fourth quarter. He was 5-of-6 at the line for the night. Shawn Vogt added six points for the hosts. Maple Valley fell 57-44 in a non-conference contest at home with Battle Creek Academy. Treshaun Boykins had 21 points, ten rebounds and two steals for Battle Creek, with Erehn Hunter adding 14 points, four assists, five steals and 11 boards and Isaiah Stein ten points and seven rebounds. The Lions led 15-14 after a quarter, but Battle Creek surged to a 29-21 half-time lead and eventually extended its advantage in the fourth quarter. The Lions were 1-2 on the season heading into last night's Greater Lansing Activities Conference opener against Stockbridge. friendly personal service you can trust ■<<?£ ■<<?£* Kj^tSS j HOMETOWN! I LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. 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Worship.............................................. 11 Evening Worship........................................ 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.................................. 7 p.m. 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. .Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ........................... 11 am. .Evening Worship 6 p.m. .Wednesday Family Night Service.............................. 6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 930 am. Children's Sunday School: 930 am. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 am. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 1230 p.m. BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) *<*$*?» Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (269) 963-7710 PASTOR PEGGY BAKER *5%* 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., 630 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. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 110 S. Main St, Worship......................................... 9:15 a.m. Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 554-7267 10: 00 am. 11: 00 am Church Service ........ Fellowship REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-588-8415 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1« rote East or Mas. 5 mi south ofNashvile) CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St, Nashville Sunday School............................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship............ P.M. Worship............ FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 'No matter who you are, or where you are on Ute'sjourney, you are welcome here. ' (Nursery Provided) ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES Phone: (517) 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM 5« 5^« J&1* oving Kindness is a concept and a practice that is shared by most ifnot all the world’s religions. In Buddhism, for instance, the concept of“metta” denotes loving kindness compassion, or even friendliness and good will. A typical metta meditation might start with the words "may I be happy, may I be well, may I be comfortable, and may I be at peace" This prayer for well-being begins with oneself, and then extends to loved ones, acquaintances, enemies, and finally, to all sentient beings. When Jesus tells his followers in the fifth chapter of Matthew “You have heard that it was said,‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you," “Dearfriends, let us love he is distilling loving kindness down to its one another,for love comes essence. That is, we are to love and care for all from God. Everyone who sentient beings, notjust the small circle of those loves has been born ofGod who love us. Jesus’s command to love your neighbor as yourselfhas its roots in the Hebrew and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know Bible, where we are instructed “Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against anyone among God, because God is love.” your people, but love your neighbor as yourself1 1 John 4:7-8 N1V (Leviticus 19:18 N1V) The most frequently used word in the Koran is “compassionate,” with every chapter (except the ninth) beginning with the words “In the name ofGod (Allah), the Compassionate (al-Rahman), the Merciful (al-Rahim).” The Koran is virtually an extended commentary on the loving kindness and mercy ofGod, which is a core tenet ofIslam. 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Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship........................... 830 a.m We seek to feed the hungry, both spiritually and physically. Mickey Cousino Certified Lay Minister Phone 616-765-5322 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School.............................. 9:45 am. A.M. Service............................................... 11 a P.M. Senrice................................................ 6 p Wed. Senrice.............................................. 7 p PASTOR LESTER OeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE, Assistant Pastor PASTOR ERIC LAMPHERE. Youth Pastor QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Worship....................................... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI 517-652-1580 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................................ 930 am. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS 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 am. Sunday Evening Service ......6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service... 630 p.m. AWANA........................... 630-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR JOE BENEDICT WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denominational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 1030 am. PASTOR RICH MITTERUNG 517-231-3434 �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, December 21,2019 Lions do well in contested bouts at first GLAC quad The guys who took the mat had a good night for the Maple Valley varsity wres­ tling team at the first Greater Lansing Activities Conference Quad of the sea­ son, hosted by Stockbridge Wednesday. The Lions were downed in duals with the host Panthers and the Olivet Eagles, but won three of five bouts in the dual with Stockbridge and five of six in the dual with the Eagles. Maple Valley junior Jesse Brumm earned his fifth vic­ tory of the season and the 100th of his varsity career by pinning Olivet’s Jayna Morris with one second left in the first period of their 130-pound match early on in their team’s second dual of four weight classes, and the Lions got a forfeit win by the night. “He took first at the Don Johnson (invitational) last weekend. He just wrestled well coming back from an injury. He wrestled good again Wednesday night, with two pins,” Lion head coach Tony Wawiemia said. Maple Valley also got pins from Cody Taylor, Anthony Raymond, David HosackFrizzell and Gage Ertman in the dual, as well as a forfeit win by Jordan Thornton. The Lions though had voids in the lien-up at seven weight classes in a 48-36 loss to Olivet. Stockbridge bested the Lions 30-28 with the Panthers taking advantage of three forfeit wins. The two teams had double forfeits at Ertman. In the flights that were contested, the Lions got pins from Jordan Thornton, Brumm and Raymond. Hosack-Frizzell scored a 12-4 major decision over Stockbridge’s Kevin Killinger at 189 pounds in the only bout that lasted six minutes. Coach Wawiemia was pleased with Raymond and Hosack-Frizzell’s perfor­ mances on the night, and happy to see youngsters wrestling well too. The Lions will hope to start getting some injured and/or ill wrestlers back soon. Maple Valley was in action Saturday at Lansing Eastern’s Don Johnson Wrestling Invitational where they played 13th in a field of 18 teams. Brumm captured his first championship of the season with a 3-0 day at 130 pounds. He defeated Anthony Allen from Mona Shores 11-5 in their championship match. The Lion team also had Ertman place fourth at 112 pounds, Raymond fifth at 171 and Hosack-Frizzell sixth at 189. Niles took the day’s cham­ pionship with 173 points, ahead of Forest Hills Northern 160.5, Springport 150, Lansing Eastern 150, Lincoln Park 98.5, Bay City Western 90, Sexton 85, Adrian 78.5, Mona Shores Maple Valley junior Jesse Brumm celebrates his 100**1 varsity wrestling victory with coaches Lane Brumm (left) and Tony Wawiemia after a pin in his second match at the GLAC Quad hosted by Stockbridge Wednesday. 75.5 and Jackson Lumen Christi 70.5 in the top ten. The Lions finished the day with 66 points. Local children write letters to Santa Dear Santa, I am 4 years old. I would really like it if you could bring me a mo7oooo. Love, Ryder Dear Santa, I am 6 years old. I would really like it if you could bring me a book. Love, Abel Dear Santa, I am 6 years old. I would really like it if you could bring me a bat and tadit. Love, Logan Dear Santa, I am 6 years old. I would really like it if you could bring me a cat. Love, Logan Dear Santa, I am 5 years old. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 147-No. 52, December 28, 2019 Here's to another 150 Taylor Owens Staff Writer The Nashville Sesquicentennial Celebration was a demonstration of what people said they love about small communities like Maple Valley; a small-town feel, civic pride and coopera­ tion between organizations. The weekend event was years in the planning and included World War II air­ planes, a beard-growing con­ test, historical reenactments, recognition of the founding families of Nashville, renew­ als ofwedding vows, a world record attempt and more. Thousands ofpeople are esti­ mated to have visited Nashville, some coming home from across the coun­ try. “I haven’t seen this many people having fun in Nashville for years,” Sesquicentennial Committee Chairman Kermit Douse said after the opening ceremony. “It was energizing to see the different entities work together,” Event Organizer Tanett Hodge said, pointing to the sesquicentennial com­ mittee, the Nashville Village Council, Department of Public Works, Barry County Chamber of Commerce, Nashville Route Route 66 Businesses District and more. “It shows it can be done, when we put our minds to it.” Hodge added that some activities may return during other events in Nashville because they were success­ ful. The celebration was the result of people working for months, even years, on a project they believed in. But, despite the many challenges 2019 brought, it wasn’t the Sesquicentennial Celebration Committee Chairman only success story of the Kermit Douse unveils a Michigan Historical Site marker year. Maple Valley Schools was to recognize Emory Parady. After assisting in the capture of Lincoln assassin John Wilkes Booth, Parady settled in officially declared defi­ Nashville where he was involved in the civic and busi­ cit-free this summer, and is ness community. The marker is in the former Nashville steadily climbing toward a Central Park, which has been renamed Parady Park. healthier financial situation, school officials said. (Photo by Taylor Owens) Three barns belonging to Rod Crothers were knocked down by a tornado which touched down in the Maple Grove area May 19. (Photo provided) “I know the last two years, in my personal opinion, have been rough,” Trustee Craig Lackscheide said. “But... this is, as far as I’m concerned, a home run.” After the school finished the previous school year with a deficit of about $75,000, administrators spent more than a year building the bud­ get back up. That was just the first challenge Superintendent Katherine Bertolini was faced with when she started at Maple Valley at the first of the year. Another was the massive snowstorm that hit Michigan in late February. School was Nashville Police Chief Chris Koster died in a single cancelled for a week, extra­ curricular activities and vehicle crash on his way to work Sept. 26. He had 27 years of law enforcement experience in Allegan County Continued on page 4 before he was hired as the Nashville Police Chief in 2015. (Photo by Taylor Owens) Kalamo body exhumed in unsolved mystery Taylor Owens Staff Writer -A-body of a man - identity unknown was exhumed Dec. 12 from a Kalamo Cemetery in attempt to solve a 12-year mystery. Kalamo Township Supervisor Brett Ramey said Michigan State Police and the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office have been working for at least four years to gather enough funds to exhume the unidentified body that has been buried in the cemetery since 2007. The man’s body was origi­ nally found inside a sleeping bag in the Grand River; it was believed to have been there for some time. A cause of death has not been deter­ mne,so mined so te the case has as remained open. The body was sent to Pray Funeral V Police and medical personnel prepare to exhume a body at Hillside Cemetery in Home in Charlotte, and was Kalamo. (Photo provided) buried in an available lot in Hillside Cemetery in Kalamo, south of Vermontville. Ramey said there were about 15 people at the ceme­ tery to exhume the body, including police, medical examiners and representa­ tives from Kalamo Township and Pray Funeral Home. “Hopefully, they can at least put a name to it maybe give the family some closure or maybe solve a crime,” Ramey said. The Michigan State Police confirmed the body was exhumed, but did not provide additional details. The Eaton County Sheriff’s Office did not return calls for comment. In This Issue Editor-publisher of the Nashville News ends an era in 1956 exit Trio of Lions earn titles at Jesse Snow Invite Stockbridge builds lead early against MVHS boys Toddler Time resumes at Vermontville Library �Pagp 2 — Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, December 28,2019 Editor-publisher of the Nashville News ends an era in 1956 exit This column by Susan Hinckley originally appeared in the July 11, 1989 Maple Valley News. \\ Memories For the past several weeks we have featured some favorite “Backstreet Barometer columns written by the late Donald F. Hinder!iter, editor-publisher of the Nashville News from 1941-1956. In today’s final installment of this series, we look at Hinderliter’s reflec­ tions on the occasion of his 1 Oth anniversary as owner of the newspaper, and another column written just after he sold the Nashville News to the John Boughtons in the fall of 1956. Sept. 6,1951 - This week marks a sort of anniversary for us, and probably deserves at least a mention. Ten years ago, on Sept. 1, 1941, we took over ownership of this newspaper and a few days later put together and printed our first issue of the News. Those ten years have gone by mighty fast, but a look back, and a little remember­ ing will prove there have been a lot of changes in a decade. The town of Nashville has changed. Many a News subscriber and adver­ tiser has disappeared from the scene and a lot of new ones have filled the gap. From our own personal 4 4 * I1 O’ pl’ lt'1 It was on Hinderliter’s 48th birthday in 1956 that he closed the deal to sell The Nashville News, and the edi­ tor observed “that gives us just enough time to get out of the old, worn groove before it’s too late.” But the Hinderliter family was not eager to leave Nashville, the place they had lived the longest and “knew the nicest people.” Donald Hinderliter is seen in the center of this 1950s photo of the crowd attending a Harvest Festival band concert. standpoint, the ten years have been kind ones. We have a great many more sub­ scribers and some bigger and better advertisers than we had in 1941. It would be nice to add that we’re making a lot more money today, but kinda untruthful. The dollars and cents take is a bit larger, but neither dollars nor cents seem to go very far any more. The satisfying feature is that we continue to make a living at work we like. A newspaper wouldn’t last long without selling advertising space and in the case of a small country weekly like this, the owner-publisher-ed­ itor-printers devil, etc., also is the ad-man and can appre­ ciate good or poor advertiser. On this sort of anniversary occasion we want to say that few newspapers in towns of this size are blessed with such a fine bunch of advertisers as is the News. We have many who never have missed an issue in ten years and we appreciate them and often say a little prayer for them, collectively-like, on press day. Confidently, we didn’t intend to stay too long in Nashville. We didn’t have enough capital to buy a size­ able county seat paper but thought we might make enough in four or five years here to step out and grab kt# A lot of changes had taken place in Nashville in his first decade here, reflects Editor Hinderliter, but the ten years had been “kind ones,” and he had stayed on longer than he had initially intended. This southward view of Nashville's Main Street was photo­ graphed in the late 1930s, a few years before Hinderliter’s arrival in 1941. something bigger and better. To stay confidential, we could add that we never did make as much money here as we sort of hoped, but after a few years it didn’t seem to matter. Now Nashville is our town and it looks like you’re stuck with us. Not hopelessly stuck, of course, because we have wanderlust blood, honestly inherited from both sides ofthe family, and might take off for Alaska or South America most any time. We’ve noticed, however, that guys past 40, with fair­ sized families, don’t take off quite as often or as fast as they might have in their youth. Sitting here sort of think­ ing of one thing and another, it occurs to us that some of the critics might wonder why we haven’t anything critical to say about Nashville. There To our loyal customers, suppliers and friends. We are looking forward to doing business with you in 2020. might even be some who wonder why we’re willing to start a second decade in a small town that doesn’t have many of the things we’ve been plugging for the last ten years. Cross heart, hope to die, we could leave town with a profit any month we decided to sell this newspaper. And one of the big reasons we don’t is that we could put up with Nashville for another quarter century, even if it didn’t get any more industry or grow bigger or a great deal better. We’ve worked for better roads and would dislike dying before Charley Ziegler fillfills his promise of paving M-66, and “maybe” M-79. Also, we have worked for new industry and can’t look back on a month when there wasn’t something encourag­ ing going. Believe it or not, the new industry hinges pret­ ty largely on the new roads and we still have hopes. As for making Nashville- a really Big Town, we can’t see it. You guys who moved here and began hollering for large industries and this and that after the city pattern are on the wrong foot. If you wanted that stuff you should have moved, not to Nashville, Michigan, but Nashville, Tennessee, or maybe Detroit. We’re a small town in Barry County and while tfie town can be considerably better by concerned effort, it’s not going to become a second Chicago. Let’s do the best we can and be glad for what we do have. Nov. 15, 1956 — After this week, just two more issues of the News to get out and then we’ll be unemployed. We’re looking forward to it. Just offhand, we’d guess there will be quite a few people who read the front page story announcing the sale of the Nashville News who will come up with such com­ ments as, “The so-and-so should have done it years ago,” or maybe just a fer­ vent, “Thank goodness.” This merely bears out what we have always felt: that the editor and publisher of a small town weekly Home Cookii /Jacks Judy** ? Danny, Kirk, Scott M66 Tire 7775 Saddlebag Lake Rd, M-66, Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 616-374-1200 * <50 ctxsnHines Country Kettle Cafe 113 N. Main, 517-852-9700 Open 7 Day* 6AM - 8PM Nashvilles ’ Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! Looking forward to 2020 being an awesome year! Thank you allfor your support! jiniKF’ tote-W aj-imrijn laoliiilo raft. Astojnshlalw KlWlOlt! (utatsjlkof OWlVA MPtaij ■Wtl �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, December 28, 2019 — Page 3 newspaper should never stay in one place more than ten years. Our own decade ended the summer of 1951, and we knew then we’d gone stale and should move on. Actually, we had come might close to taking the step mighty close to taking the step a few years earlier, but didn’t quite make it. Then the rut closed in and it began to look as ifthis was the easiest course - just to putter on until it was time to retire. To be completely honest, it’s likely we would have gone on just like that, had it not been for our right-hand helper, Ab Mason, dropping out of the picture. When he became ill last spring and had to quit work, things were mighty rough, and when we learned that he had only months to live, a great deal of the joy of the job was gone. Now Ab is gone, too, and things never will be quite the same here at the News office - for us. For a young, ambi­ tious, capable new editor and publisher, the business will go on smoothly, and the newspaper will be the better for the change. As for us, the change will be good, too. It was on our 48™ birthday, Oct. 27, that the deal was closed, and we believe that gives us just enough time to get out of the old, worn groove before it’s too late. Many a man has pulled up his roots and start­ ed in something new after the age of 50, but it isn’t easy. It actually seemed to be a case of do it now, or you won’t. As to just what we will do next, it’s hard to tell. We like our home south of town and will stay there at least for the time being. The month of December will be required to Digital TV Antennas Cell Phone Boosters 517.8A6.O439 TV ANTENNA & TOWER INSTALLATION, REPAIRS REMOVAL wind up various loose ends and then after the first of the year we hope to manage a little trip to Florida. As soon as we run out of money, which likely won’t take long, we’ll look for a job. Printers can always find work, and we’re experienced in several other lines, includ­ ing pin-setting and ditch-dig­ ging. Maybe it would be fun, after more than 20 years in business, to work for some­ one else. It would be trite just to say, it’s been great fun living in Nashville and editing Nashville’s newspaper. When you live in a commu­ nity more than 15 years it is not easy to up and leave. Nashville has been good to us, and even if we end up by moving away, we’ll always consider it the place we lived the longest time and knew the nicest people. Here our two sons went through school; here our daughter was bom, and here we have been very happy for a lot of years. If you put it squarely as a case of, “then why sell out?” the answer is, we can’t take the place any more. Let John Boughton, your new editor, read these lines and he may want to back out of the deal. We’ll put it plainly: the editor of a small town week­ ly newspaper leads a rough life. There is only one publi­ cation a week, but there is never any complete let down or ever any real vacation without going out of busi­ ness. Your hometown news­ paper represents about the largest investment in the community in proportion to returns, and the guy who runs it works long hours for what he gets. Proverbially, a part of what he gets is the satisfac­ tion of accomplishment, along with a fair living. He also gets brickbats in the back of the neck at times, and must grow thick skin to resist the little vicious things that seem to be a part of the business. In all fairness, we must add the roses are far thicker than the thorns. Were it not so, we would not have given 20 years to the business. There are two more weeks and two more issues of the News in which we will be able to mention such things, but in case it’s forgotten later, please make a mental note of this: Your new editor and publisher, when he takes over Dec. I, will be operat­ ing at a powerful disadvan- MSU EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 am. Night Service............................ 6:45 p.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 am. .......................... 9 am. Church Service. 10:30 am. Sunday School (Nursery Provided) and many other activities. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE Everyone is Someone Special." information call 1-269-731-5194. 2415 McCann Road Worship Sendee........................... 9:45 am. .............................. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer Sunday School............................. 11:00 a.m. ....................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion PASTOR KAREN KINNEY United Methodist Women: 517-852-2043 PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 517-588-8415 Fellowship 301 Fuller St, Nashville GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Sunday Service 10 am. Contemporary Senrice, Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Sunday: AM. Worship............. .11 am. Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, P.M. Worship............. ........... 6 Leadership Training Wednesday Evening: Worship........................................................... 7 PASTOR JEFFERY HODGE 795-2370 or Rt Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 10: 00 a.m............................. Church Service 11: 00 am For more information call: Common Prayer used for all sendees. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship............................................. 9:15 a.m. (517) 554-7267 Sunday Sendees: Traditional 1928 Book of 4 miles west of Nashville MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (comer M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Worship............................... 8:30 am (1/2 mile East ofM-66, We seek to feed the hungry, 5 ml. south of Nashville) CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE For Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Adult Sunday School: 10:50 am. 110 S. Main St, PASTOR PEGGY BAKER Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 517-726-0526 Vermontville, Ml 49096 REV. DAVID POOLE, PASTOR Phone (269) 963-7710 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3rd Thursday, 1230 p.m. ‘No matter who you are, or where you are on life'sjourney, you are welcome here. * Youth Groups, Bible Study MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. "Where Taylor Owens • taylor@j-adgraphics.com Morning Worship................................. 11 am. .Evening Worship 6 p.m. .Wednesday Family (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) girls' ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose • NEWSROOM Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) • news@j-adgraphics.com 5505 North Mulliken Road, Comer ot Baseline & Church Roads p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & Chris Silverman csilverman@j-adgraphics.com Sunday: 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 am., 6:00 • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Phone: (517) 543-5488 cfo___ Classified ad deadline is Friday at 2:00 p.m.; Display ad deadline is Thursday 5 p.m. 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Nashville, Ml 49073 Frederic Jacobs • Publisher & ceo _____________________Hank Schuuring « Sunday School................................ 9:45 a.m. . J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 News and press releases: news@j-adgraphics.com •Advertising: ads@j-adgraphics.com CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM A Spirit-filled Church Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, Dec. 30 Crumb baked salmon, brown & wild rice, glazed carrots, buttered peas, pear. TUesday, Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve. All sites Closed. No Meal Delivery. Wednesday, Jan. 1 Happy New Year. All Sites Closed. No Meal Delivery. Thursday, Jan. 2 Burrito, fiesta com, broccoli, diced peaches. Friday, Dec. 3 Maple Valley News 803 Reed St, Nashville Prayer Meeting............................................... 7 Roast pork w/gravy, sweet potatoes, seasoned green beans, whole grain roll, applesauce Activities Calendar Monday, Dec. 30 - All COA Sites Closed. ADC will be open TUesday, Dec. 31 - New Year’s Eve. All COA Sites Closed. Wednesday, Jan. 1 - New Year’s Day. All COA Sites Closed. Thursday, Jan. 2 Hastings: Line Dancing 9:30 am. Nashville: TV Tune; Dominoes 11 a.m. Delton: Puzzles/Trivia; Walking 11 aun.-l p.m. Friday, Jan. 3 * Hastings: Exercise 9 am.; Bingo 9:30 ajn.;p Iron Rails 10:30 aun. Woodland: Card Games 11 a.m. Nashville: Dominoes 11 a.m. Sliced turkey & cheddar cheese, sandwich thin, coleslaw, dried plums. Tuesday, Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve. All sites Closed. No Meal Delivery. Wednesday, Jan. 1 Happy New Year. All Sites Closed. No Meal Delivery. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, Dec. 30 Sunday School.....................................10 am. Wednesday Evening: Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, Dec. 30 Congregate Sites Closed. Thesday, Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve. All sites Closed. No Meal Delivery. Wednesday, Jan. 1 Happy New Year. All Sites Closed. No Meal Delivery. Thursday, Jan. 2 Roast pork w/gravy, sweet potatoes, Capri blend vegetables, whole grain roll, applesauce. Friday, Jan. 3 Baked potato, chili, crackers, broccoli, sliced peaches. January 2020 1 Extension Office closed for New Year’s Day 7 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office 7 4-H Expansion and Review Meeting, following Advisory Council Mtg. 8 Teen Leaders Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Commission on Aging 13 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., KCC 16 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center 20 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office Evening Worship............................................ 6 So please help all you can, in such ways as writing legi­ ble copy you may bring in for publication, and being careful to get things straight and spelled right over the telephone. And finally, by being patient with an occasional mistake. that seem simple to use when we have been around Nashville for years, but which can be almost stagger­ ing to a newcomer. He will have a good mechanical help in the back room, but they, too, are relatively new to town, and can still make mis­ takes. Published by... December 2019 31 Extension Office closed for New Year’s Eve holiday AM. Worship.................................................. 11 ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES barry Counlu Barry County Extension Calendar of Events ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH ocal Church Schedule tage at first. He will have hundreds of names to cope with, and don’t ever think that’s a minor matter. He’ll have to learn the dif­ ferent spelling of the Bass, Bahs and Baas families, for example. He’ll have to assimilate ten thousands bits of background information ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass............................. .9:30 a.m. FATHER STEPHAN PHILIPS A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville Sunday School .............. 10 . both spiritually and physically. A.M. Service.... ........ 11:15 . Mickey Cousino P.M. Sendee.... ................ 6 . Certified Lay Minister Sunday Evening Service ................... 6 p.m. Phone 616-765-5322 Wed. Evening Sendee... ....... PASTOR GEORGE GAY Sunday School................. ........................ 9:45 a Worship Sendee.............. ............................ 11 a PASTOR JOE BENEDICT P.M. Sendee............................................ 6 p.m. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Wed. Sendee......................................... 7 p.m. M-79 West 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School................................ 9:45 am. AM. Service.......................................... 11 am. 630 p.m. AWANA.............................. 630-8 p.m. Wed. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH WEST BENTON CHURCH (non-denomlnational) 1011 E. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9.00 am. PASTOR DON ROSCOE pastor lester Degroot Phone:(517)852-1783 PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE, Assistant Pastor PASTOR JERRY BUKOSKI PASTOR RICH MfTTERLING e-mail: grace@gc3.org PASTOR ERIC LAMPHERE, Youth Pastor 517-652-1580 517-231-3434 Worship......................... 11:15 am. Sunday Worship 10:00 am. �Page 4 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, December 28. 2019 YEAR IN REVIEW, continued from page 1 Winds up to 70 mph flipped a steel shed over the top of David Coblentz’s sawmill and smashed it into the side of Riverside Oak Furniture. The National Weather The replacement of the M-66 bridge over Quaker Student glassworks, like this one by Alyson Gusey, Service said the damage, which occurred in late October, Brook was planned to be finished before the Nashville was caused by a downburst of high winds. (Photo by received awards from the Michigan Industrial Technology Sesquicentennial at the beginning of August. But several Taylor Owens) Education Society this year. (Photo by Taylor Owens) delays, including a broken water main and the discovery games were cancelled, and school were cancelled during have to extend their sched­ learning about the district, of hazardous waste from a decommissioned gas station, pushed construction into the school year. (Photo by homecoming had to be post­ the winter, and Gov. Gretchen ules into the winter. Continued next page Taylor Owens) Bertolini said she spent Whitmer declared a state of poned. About a dozen days of emergency so schools didn’t much of her first six months World War II planes flown by The Hooligans zoom over Nashville to start the Nashville Sesquicentennial Parade. (Photo by Art Frith) HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM ALL OF US During a power outage at Sandyland Sanctus Real lead singer Dustin Lolli jumped off the stage and sang with the crowd using his acoustic guitar. (Photo by Brittany Snook Photography) All ofus at Hometown Lumber &? Hardware would like to thank you for the friendship, trust and support you have in our work with. you. Our hope and prayer for each ofyou is that you have had a Blessed Christmas time and looking forward to a Joyous New Year. We look forward to serving your Hardware and Building needs in this New Year, 2020. From bur Nashville family to yours... Monday thru 219 S. State in Nashville 852-0882 Saturday 7:30 am to Thank you for choosing to place your trust in us over the past year. We are proud to be your community bank and look forward to meeting your financial needs and exceeding your expectations in the coming year. Warmest wishes for a wonderful holiday and a healthy, prosperous, Happy New Year! highpoint ire | 5:30 pm COMMUNITY BANK highpointco y .com | 1-888-422-228.0 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, December 28, 2019 — Page 5 A blizzard in late February cancelled school for an entire week. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency to prevent schools from having to make up days during the summer. (Photo by Taylor Owens) Continued next page place all my research told me and extend themselves to know you, and that’s what I think extends to make a real­ ly strong fabric for us to make our quilt out of as a district.” She moved into Nashville in May, and said she has made a home in Maple Valley. One ofher biggest goals is to keep teachers in the dis­ trict. Because of budget issues stretching back years, Maple Valley hasn’t been able to keep up with wage increases, and has been losing teachers in a high-demand environ­ ment. Resignations and retire­ ments this year included: Mary Lesage, Dennis Vanderhoef, Jassen Dowling, Lance Beasley, Amy Johnson, Erin Beasley, Kristin Lockwood, Allison Squires, Janet Adams, Robb Rosin, Ashleigh Neubecker, Natalie Donovan, Matt Gordeneer, Britany Cole and Lori Vanpatten. Bertolini and other local superintendents point to a high degree of expectation and accountability placed on teachers, coupled with low independence and low bene­ fits. “Competition for teachers is pretty fierce,” Bertolini said. “Districts are desperate Maple Grove farmer Jared Justice shows the 4-inch- enough they’re poaching teachers from other districts, thick application he must submit to become a commer­ and that never used to hap­ cial marijuana grower. Justice asked the Maple Grove pen.” Township board to consider granting recreational mariConfirmed cases of Easter juana licenses to farmers, but the board unanimously Equine Encephalitis across voted for an ordinance to ban recreational businesses, Michigan also wreaked including farms. havoc with after-school and her new role within it. “The Valley is exactly the j* W?S’, Bertolini said. PeoPle here realIy warm Bob Wendorf paints Fuller Street Elementary as part of the Nashville Nazarene Church’s “Love my Village” initiative. Church members also worked in the school’s garden and repainted the bus garage. (Photo by Taylor Owens) activities. Some events were cancelled and others were scheduled for earlier in the day in an attempt to avoid peak mosquito hours. One seat on the Maple Valley Board of Education was left up in the air after the November 2018 election. Chris Ewing was elected to the seat, but changed his mind several times on wheth­ er he would serve. He initial­ ly tried to take his name off the ballot before the election because he had planned to move out of the district. But, once he was elected, Ewing said he planned on serving for a few months. Regardless, he failed to take the oath of office in January. Two candidates who failed to get enough votes were board president Mark Rushford and write-in candi­ date Justin Keiffer. Both Rushford and Keiffer wrote letters to the board in hopes ofbeing appointed to the seat which Ewing passed on, but Rushford pulled his name from consideration, and Keiffer was appointed. Some of the biggest head­ lines this year came out of disagreements that occurred within governing bodies. Continued next page Pickleball skyrocketed in popularity with Nashville residents this summer. The Nashville Department of Public Works and local players worked together to convert unused tennis courts into pickleball courts at Putnam Park. Serving you and taking care of your financial needs has been a pleasure. NOW SERVING NASHVILLE & VERMONTVILL We look forward to seeing you in 2020. EATON SAVINGS FEDERAL BANK XS Member www.eatonfed.com Sfdic 109 S. Main Street • Nashville • 517-852-1830 �Page 6 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, December 28, 2019 YEAR IN REVIEW, continued from previous page Missing tax checks in Vermontville Township, a source of dispute in 2018, rolled over into 2019. Ultimately, the Vermontville Township Board sent Deputy Treasurer Rod Harmon a cease-and-desist letter, ban­ ning him from continuing to work for the township. Treasurer Shirley Harmon, who is married to Rod Harmon, was told by the board to select a different deputy treasurer. Jeff Wetzel, who was appointed Vermontville Township Fire Chief this January after the resignation of Matt Emery, came to a Vermontville Village Council meeting with a complaint against one of its members. At the October meeting Wetzel said council trustee and Vermontville Township Fire Committee member Sue Villanueva threatened to shoot him for not disclosing the names of the victims of a recent fatal car crash. “If it’s one of my family members, you damn well better tell me,” Wetzel quot­ ed Villanueva as saying to him. “I said, ‘Sue, if I was general public, I wouldn’t feel comfortable telling you, and that’s when she said, ‘If you wouldn’t tell me it was one ofmy family members, I will get a gun and shoot you.’ That waffher exact words.” Villanueva resigned from the fire committee and noti­ fied the Vermontville Village Council she would be absent from future meetings due to health reasons. The Nashville Village Council had a number of disputes with trustee Gary White, who was elected as a write-in candidate for an absent seat on the council in November 2018. Early in the year, White voiced criticism of the employee pension plan, and said aspects of it met the dic­ tionary definition of“corrup­ tion.” He also speculated that financial information may have been kept from the vil­ lage auditors. Council President Mike Kenyon said White was pursuing personal vendettas against village employees. This fall, the council held a vote to censure White after an undisclosed number of employee complaints were made against him. Kenyon initially believed the vote, three in favor and two against, had failed. At the next meeting, Kenyon announced that the village’s legal counsel advised him it had technically passed. But Kenyon asked the council to let the issue go, and asked White if they could put the past behind them. White said he wanted to move on. After 35 years at Maple Valley Schools, Band Director Dennis Vanderhoef retired this summer. During a surprise celebration, former students played under Vanderhoef’s direction one final time. (Photo by Brittany Snook Photography) Park in preparation for the other residents and marijua­ sesquicentennial, updated na growers came to the hear­ the village software system ing to voice their support for and more. allowing recreational mari­ One of the biggest deci­ juana farms. But at the next sions facing local govern­ meeting in October, when ment has been how to deal the board was slated to make with the legalization of rec­ its decision, about 30 resi­ reational marijuana in dents voiced their opposition Michigan. The Office of to allowing recreational mar­ Licensing and Regulatory ijuana businesses. Affairs released rules for The board voted unani­ But work also was being businesses, and the office mously not to grant recre­ done by those governing began granting licenses last ational marijuana business bodies, too. month. licenses. The Nashville Village Almost all Maple Valley Every Barry County town­ Council voted to adopt a townships and municipalities ship and municipality has more strict exterior housing voted to ban recreational voted not to allow recre­ ordinance, renovated Parady businesses, although many ational business, except one. have said they will revisit the The Baltimore Township ban after they see how the Board voted to grant licenses rules are implemented else­ this fall, and one dispensary where. While many elected is preparing to open its doors officials said they hoped to once the paperwork is final­ make a decision once the ized. rules were released last sum­ Kenai Red Group LLC is mer, most said they still expected to open in early weren’t comfortable making 2020 in the former Dowling us at Maple Valley Implement, Inc. a decision. General Store. > are truly grateful to our customers and would “Right now, I’d say we’re - like to thank all ofyoufor your business this kind of just still in limbo,” It was also a year marked a pastyear. We have greatly enjoyed working with Nashville Village Council by several tragedies. each and every one of our customers and look Trustee Johnny Hartwell In May, 72-year-old forward to serving you in thefuture! The success said. we've experienced over the years is because of Maple Grove Township customers like you, who have supported our had its first non-budget pub­ business. We wish you all a prosperous and lic hearing in recent memory Happy New Year to discuss marijuana last September. Marijuana care­ giver grower and township resident Jared Justice asked the township to consider allowing recreational mari­ OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL juana farms, and granting DRILLING & PUMP him a license. 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Heeter Gibbs husband and wife, to PNC Bank, National Associ­ ation, successor by merger to National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated April 22,2004 and recorded May 11, 2004 in Instrument Number 1127399 and Loan Modifica­ tion recorded on June 19,2017, in Instrument Number 2017-006093, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty-Eight Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety-Nine and 49/100 Dollars ($28,899.49), including interest at 1% 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 JANUARY 9, 2020. Said premises are located in the Township of Prairieville, Barry County Michigan, and are described as: EWING WELL DRILLING INC. * , Lori, Phares, WiLexi&Dawn Vermontville Robert Othmer died in an accident in a grain silo. The same week, a 21-year-old -year-o Hastings astngs man had his leg amputated above the knee after it was caught in an elevator in Vermontville. Former Maple Valley teacher Laura Smith drowned in Gun Lake this July. She (517) 726-0088 10076 0076 NASHVILLE NASHVILLE HWY. HW VERMONTVILLE ^ Now accepting asterCard & Visa Lot 20, SUPERVISORS PLAT OF PRAIRIEVILLE as recorded BARRY County Records. ALSO The North 74.25 feet of the West 165 feet of Lot 22 of the SUPER­ VISORS PLAT OF VILLAGE OF PRAIRIEVILLE, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 74, BARRY County Records. 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 re­ demption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. 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 mort­ gage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period. Dated: December 7,2019 File No. 19-007301 Firm Name: Orlans PC (12-07)(12-28) 133560 was on a pontoon boat with her grandchildren, and jumped into the lake to grab something that had fallen into the water, but she was unable to make it back into the boat. Three Amish children were killed, and one hospi­ talized, after their buggy was hit by a car on Vermontville Highway in September. A week later, Nashville Police Chief Chris Koster died when his vehicle hit a tree on his way to work. The Nashville Village Council voted to create a memorial in the entranceway to Koster and other people who have served the village. Kenyon called it “a tragic death in the Village of Nashville’s family.” “Chris very much wanted Continued next page LEGAL NOTICE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Clint L. Pape and Malinda Jo Pape, husband and wife, to Fifth Third Mortgage - Ml, LLC, Mortgagee, dated September 24,2010 and re­ corded October 4, 2010 in Instru­ ment Number 201010040009209 and Loan Modification Agreement recorded on July 25, 2016, in In­ strument Number 2016-007238, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Bank, N.A? as Successor by merger to Fifth Third Mortgage Company, by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand Six Hun­ dred Ninety-Five and 64/100 Dol­ lars ($124,695.64), including inter­ est at 3.375% 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 hold­ ing the circuit court within Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 PM on JANUARY 9, 2020. Said premises are located in the Township of Johnstown, Bar- ry County Michigan, and are de­ scribed as: Commencing at the intersection of North-South 1/4 line of Section 16, Town 1, North, Range 8 West and the centerline tangent of curve of State Highway South M-37 in the South 1/2 of said Section 16, thence South 60° 47’ East 802.00 feet along said tangent and the centerline of highway for the true Place of Beginning; thence continuing South 60° 47' East 220.00 feet; thence South 29°, 13' West 396.00 feet; thence North 60°, 47’ West 220.00 feet; thence North 29°, 13’ East 396.00 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to easement over the Northeasterly 50 feet thereof for Highway South M-37. 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 re­ demption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. 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 mort­ gage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemp-­ tion period. Dated: December 7,2019 File No. 19-011475 Firm Name: Orians PC (12-07)(12-28) 133523 �r Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, December-28,2019 — Page? c From previous page to take a small-town depart­ ment and mold it, and that’s why he was such a perfect fit for us,” Kenyon said. “He brought our department into the 21st century, and we will always be grateful for that.” Jason Sixberry, former sergeant with the Barry County Sheriff’s Office, was hired and sworn in this month. Sixberry has nearly 30 years’ of experience with law enforcement, and lives near Nashville. Other notable events include: Vermontville resident David Krebs, 30, was charged with attempted mur­ der, after allegedly slitting the throat tA nethot nryo atCooof llin221-year-old s 1-Syeepatr.- o5. W>/( ( 5®^«a>iit; *’"’■««? I i » itu u SElilttitifc । ;JZ WW wtsjsisw SediiHlatarife *' atiiSJiMft ''®nE ®SIB|W .**!® jjpSS®®’ 1 nWJ*11 L**"‘ Lj PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it ille­ li” I gal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or s&si marital 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 ?gi3 gi3 ■i •%>*•• w y. y.tf“’L jbI* and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in viola­ Vermontville Township Library will once again be offering Toddler Time pro­ gramming for children up to 5 and their caregiver. The program involves story time, songs, crafts and other activi­ ties. Toddler Time takes place from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the library. Toddler Time is not held on days when school is cancelled. More information is avail­ able at 517-726-1362 or vermontvillelibrary @yhoo .com. Business Services Help Wanted GUTTER LEAF GUARD: We install several styles of leafprotection for your gutter & downspout system, one for every problem & budget. Before you sign a high priced contract with the big city firms, get a price from us. We've served this area since 1959. David Krebs listens to testimony during a Barry County Court preliminary examina- BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING tion for attempted murder and resisting and obstructing an officer. (Photo by Scott (269)945-0004. Harmsen) H. Hugh Hickock donated $100,000 to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Fund, bringing the total fund to $1.1 million. A 1942 gradu­ ate ofNashville High School, Hickock had already donated more than $100,000 before this year. A tornado with winds around 80 mph touched down in the Maple Grove area in May. Three bams belonging to Rod Crothers were knocked off their foun­ dations. The 1947-1949 Vermontville high school baseball teams were inducted in the Greater Lansing Area Sports Hall of Fame this summer. After forming a new baseball team in the wake of World War II, the players won their first 30 games. Their pitcher was Ken Beardslee, who had already been inducted into the Hall of Fame. Fuller Street Elementary and Maplewood School lunches became free for all students, because the per­ centage of students who Stockbridge builds lead early against MVHS boys The Maple Valley varsity boys’ basketball team was bested 64-48 in its Greater Lansing Activities Conference opener against visiting Stockbridge Friday night. Tylin Ayers and Christopher Hall had 18 points each to lead the Panthers. Jeremy Pilch added ten points and Noah Robidou had seven. The Panthers hit their only two three-pointers of the ballgame in the opening W fc ulQttti V,I.®. .. .eW.JWirth•• ‘Sfe^J® J'*. According to testimony in a preliminary hearing, the two were driving around Barry County with a mutual friend, selling and taking meth. Collins said he was in the front passenger seat of a moving vehicle, when Krebs, who was seated behind him, reached up and slit his throat. A pretrial hearing is sched­ uled for March 12. Nashville Village Clerk Cathy Lentz and Treasurer Lois Elliston both retired this year, after a respective 25 and 43 years of service to the village. -UDanl n» eoseooow;. ■ Toddler Time resumes at Vermontville Library quarter as they built a 16-7 lead. Stockbridge had six dif­ ferent players score in that opening quarter. The two teams were mostly even the rest of the evening. Hugheston Heckathom led the Lions with 14 points, scoring eight in the second period alone. Eli Nelson had ten points, Curtis Walker nine and Ben Benedict six for the Lions. Benedict was 6-of8 at the free throw line. The Lions fall to 1-3 over­ all on the season with the loss and will return to GLAC play Jan. 7 at Olivet. INDEPENDENT TRDCKING CONTRACTOR NEEDED for A Weekly Dedicated Friday Afternoon Delivery (Hastings to Grand Rapids) qualify for free and reduced lunches has grown so large. Maple Valley Finance Director Darryl Sydloski said the junior and senior high likely has a similar per­ centage of students who should qualify, but fewer stu­ dents turn in the forms that show a need for assistance. “Nature’s Bounty,” a painting by Vermontville Resident Sara Benedict from the mid-1800s, was restored and now hangs at the Olivet College Women’s Leadership Institute. BUYING ALL HARD­ WOODS: Walnut, White Oak, Tulip Poplar. Call for pricing. Will buy single Wal­ nut trees. Insured, liability & workman's comp. Fetterley Logging, (269)818-7793. 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M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits Serving You Since 1932 crystalflash.com — 800.875.4851 �Page 8—Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 28,2019 Trio of Lions earn titles at Jesse Snow Invite Maple Valley’s Jordan Thornton (left) battles for control with Lakeview ‘B’s Matthew Carnell during their quarterfinal match-up Saturday morning at the annual Jesse Snow Memorial Invitational at Maple Valley High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley’s Mathew Slaght (second, 112 pounds), Gage Ertman (first, 103), Anthony Raymond (first, 171), Jesse Brumm (first, 130) and David Hosack-Frizzell (third, 189) celebrate their medal winning performances together at the conclusion of the 2019 Jesse Snow Memorial Invitational Saturday at Maple Valley High School. Maple Valley’s Tristyn Collins top tries to hold down Hopkins’ Caleb Tucker during a consolation match Saturday at the Lions’ annual Jesse Snow Memorial Invitational. (Photo by Brett Bremer) • a With warm regards... the best thing about the holiday is having the opportunity to express our gratitude and extend our best wishes to all our customers. R KENT OIL & PROPANE 735 Durkee (M-66), Nashville, Ml (517) 852-9210 or (800) 638-7484 “Experience Makes the Difference” H Jesse Brumm (130 pounds), Gage Ertman (103) and AJ Raymond (171) won flight championships for the Maple Valley varsity wres­ tling team Saturday at its annual Jesse Snow Memorial Invitational. The Lion team put two other wrestlers in the finals, with Matthew Slaght the run­ ner-up at 112 pounds and David Hosack-Frizzell third at 189. Those results helped the Lions to a third-place finish overall as a team. Battle Creek Lakeview’s ‘B’ team took the championship with 146 points. Olivet was sec­ ond with 113, just ahead of the Lions’ total of 11.5. Webberville was fourth with 101 points, ahead of Colon 96, Hastings ‘B’ 91, Athens 88, Hopkins 78, Stockbridge 71, Concord 59 and Lakewood ‘B’ 54. Ertman never made it out of the first period in any of his three 103-pound match­ es. He stuck Zachary Abiciak from the Lakewood ‘B’ team 42 seconds into the championship match at their flight. Brumm kept his career win total climbing into the triple digits with a pin of Webberville’s Seth Wisuri in their 130-pound title bout. The Lions celebrated his 100th career varsity victory before the start o the tourna­ ment. Raymond pinned his first two foes before scoring a 17-6 win over Concord’s Maple Valley’s Cody Taylor (front) fights to escape the grasp of Lakewood ‘B’s Ryen Hurlbut during the first period of their 152-pound opening round match Saturday at the Jesse Snow Memorial Invitational. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Calvin Allen in the first place match at 171 pounds. Slaght reached the 112pound championship for Maple Valley by pinning his first foe of the day and the edging Lakeview’s Gavin White 6-5 in the semifinals. Ryan Bower from Colon won the 112-pound title with a 7-4 victory over Slaght in the match for first. Cody Taylor won two matches in the 152-pound bracket for the Lions, pin­ ning two foes and getting pinned himself twice. Dillon Jorgensen (160) also won a match for the Lions at the tournament. Stockbridge powered by big third-quarter run at Valley Stockbridge controlled things around the basket, took advantage of Lion turn­ overs and shot better than their hosts in a 57-27 Greater Lansing Activities Conference win over the Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball team Friday. It was just a five-point ballgame at the half, but the Panthers went on a 28-5 surge in the third quarter to take command of the contest and drop the Lions to 0-1 in the GLAC. The Lions shotjust 20 per­ cent from the floor, got out-rebounded 45-30 and allowed Stockbridge to turn 31 turnovers into 27 points. Ashlyn Wilkes had a teamhigh 12 points for the Lions and Megan Valiquette chipped in four points. Wilkes hit two three-pointers from the left comer, and Alison McGlocklin knocked one down as well. Gwen Rogoziuski pow­ ered the Panthers’ attack, hit­ ting three three’s and finish­ ing with a game-high 24 points. She had 13 points in Stockbridge’s big third-quar­ ter surge. . Kaylee Dalton added 11 points for the Panthers, and Madison Mazuca and Grace Hall had seven points apiece. Maple Valley is off now until a Greater Lansing Activities Conference con­ test at home agasinst Olivet Jan. 7. Call for Maple Valiev News classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-880-870-7085 � 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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