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Lapeer officials wrestle with budget Commission may increase millage rate to offset revenue loss sion Monday evening when the Lapeer City Commission holds a public hearing to garner citizen input on measures to balance its 20112012 annual budget.

Due to declining tax revenue, higher costs including health care premiums for its 75 fulltime employees and a projected reduction in revenue sharing money from the State of Michigan, the city faces a general fund shortfall of approximately $367,000.

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LAPEER — Residents in Lapeer may face the prospects of fewer City of Lapeer employees performing services, a millage increase or a combination of both. Those are two of the options on the table for discus-

The commission held a marathon fourhour budget workshop Monday evening during which time officials went through the budget line by line, department by department, and came up with a savings of $22,000. Most of the savings were found by cutting attendance by city officials to conferences, cuts in office supplies, promotions, consulting allocations and other line-item reductions. No posiSEE BUDGET, PAGE 2A

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Kamax plans next phase of expansion Mayfield Township manufacturer proceeds with $5.1 million project

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Kamax LP is a global manufacturer of automotive fasteners for the automobile industry, serving customers like Volkswagen, Ford, GM, Chrysler and Caterpillar. Headquartered in Germany, the company is currently planning to expand its facility in Mayfield Township.

MAYFIELD TWP. — Amidst a duller economic landscape, a steady Lapeer County bright spot has been Kamax LP in Mayfield Twp. The Germanybased global manufacturer supplies fasteners to the automotive industry. Despite the bleak economy, Kamax has managed to hold its own. They've been steadily adding jobs at the facility, and are now Kamax manufactures high launching another phase of their expansion strength threaded fasteners like engine bolts and project. chassis fasteners.

With the completion of the $2.4 million grantfunded road improvement that supports year-round truck access to the facility, Kamax is preparing to make another expansion that promises 15 additional jobs and another $5.125 million in new equipment at the facility.

The firm currently employs 224 people, having hired SEE EXPANSION, PAGE 4A

Hadley/Lippincott becomes a four-way stop

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ELBA TWP. — Hadley Road is getting a little love next week, so drivers may want to reroute while the work gets done. Starting Monday, the High Risk Rural Road safety project gets underway with tree cutting and signage on Hadley Road between Lippincott and Stewart.

The signs mainly involve the new fourway stop at Hadley and Lippincott, where formerly only Lippincott drivers stopped at the intersection. Stop ahead signs and rumble strips will warn drivers of the intersection.

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next few weeks, the intersection at Hadley and Lippincott will sport an overhead light, flashing red in all four directions.

Assistant highway engineer Ryan Doyle said that when the new fourway stop is implemented, the road commission hopes also to place a message board alerting drivers of the change.

In January, the Elba Township board gave its approval to allow expansion of the intersection.

Township board members acknowl-

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edged that improvements at the intersection have been wanted for years because of accidents.

The $75,000 project is 90 percent federally funded with a 10 percent local match.

Three safety projects have been awarded by the state for 2012. Pratt Road from Brandt Lane to M-24 in Hadley Township will get guardrails, tree removal and centerline corrugation. Project cost is $220,600.

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were skeptical the city will see the money in light of the state’s budget woes. from page 1A “This is going to be painful this year,” said tions were eliminated nor these fallen officers, citiLAPEER — The Sprague, and suggested were any changes made zens can show their supLapeer County Board of the city should ask for to current services port by “flying the blue.”

Commissioners will join wage concessions from offered city and non-city Attaching a royal blue communities across its union employees as residents.

Michigan and the United ribbon to a car antenna The city’s current gen- well as a contribution to States May 15-21 to cele- during National Police their health care premieral fund is a little more Week sends a message brate National Police um. Currently city $9 million.

Week. In 1962, President of support to the law employees do not pay Beginning late last winenforcement officers John F. Kennedy desigtoward their health care ter, city administration nated May 15 as national who serve and protect insurance coverage. “We directed each departPeace Officers Memorial citizens on a daily basis. can’t afford to have a ment head and met with This year, the names Day and the week in zero contribution from them several times to which it falls as National of 316 officers killed in monitor their progress to our employees for their the line of duty are being Police Week. County health care,” said make cuts to their added to the National commissioners this respective budgets elimi- Sprague.

Law Enforcement week urged citizens to Gov. Rick Snyder has nating all unnecessary take time out during the Officers Memorial in spending. Several depart- asked for public sector Washington DC. The fallweek to pause and employees to contribute ment heads suggested en officers include three remember those law the commission was only at least 20 percent of Michigan law enforceenforcement officers their healthcare premiable to find $22,000 in ment officers: Jackson who made the ultimate um. In an effort to drive savings because they police officer James sacrifice, as well as the down costs, Snyder is already did due diligence family members, friends David Bonneau, Detroit demanding school disand made substantial police officer Brian Eric and fellow officers they tricts and municipalities cuts prior to it going to Huff and Corporal left behind. form more partnerships the full city commission Matthew Lloyd Edwards On average, one law and find ways to share for review. of the Taylor Police enforcement officer is That’s not say the city resources and personnel Department. killed in the line of duty between neighboring has eliminated all major Sadly, in just the first somewhere in the US communities. If they purchases, because it four months of 2011, every 53 hours, accorddon’t, he and the does plan to purchase a three more officers were ing to the National Law Republican leadership in dump truck, pickup killed in the line of duty Enforcement Officers the state Legislature said trucks and police cars in Michigan.

Memorial Fund. Since cities, townships, counbut these funds have Commissioners ask the first known line-of ties and school districts been budgeted and set duty death in 1791, more citizens to honor the fallaside in motor pool budg- can expect less or no en officers by obeying all than 19,000 US law state aid. ets. laws, showing a random enforcement officers Kerbyson is confident City manager Dale act of kindness to somehave fallen during servthat by offering to form Kerbyson is confident the ice to citizens. This num- one this week, thanking cooperative agreements City of Lapeer will their local law enforceber includes more than with a couple of neighreceive $27,000 from the ment officer for his or 500 officers who have boring townships to proState of Michigan in revher service, and keeping given their lives while vide fire inspections conenue sharing and includprotecting Michigan resi- them and their families ducted by Lapeer Fire & ed it in the budget, but in prayer. dents.

Rescue personnel that it other officials particular— Nancy Elliott To join in honoring will meet one of the critely Mayor Bill Sprague ria set by Snyder to qualify for revenue sharing.

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In total, the combined millages would generate approximately $306,000 for the city on an annual basis and bring the total assessed millage to 10.9975.

The city also proposes to transfer $34,292 from its fund balance to supplement its general fund.

Without the millage increase, the city may have to lay off as many as five employees.

When reviewing each department’s budget, during the budget workshop session this week it was discussed whether the City should increase membership rates at the Lapeer Community Center operated by Parks & Recreation. It was noted that 30 percent of the center’s active membership and usage comes from city residents, while the large 70 percent balance is comprised of nonresidents. Due to previous land acquisition agreements with the City, Lapeer Township and Oregon Township residents are charged the city resident rate.

Department director Ray Turczyn said every time the City has raised rates at the center it lost revenue as a result.

Kerbyson and Turczyn said they opted to keep the current rates during the tough economy, as an increase may drive away more users. The commission agreed, for the time being.

For the purposes of discussion and analysis to help the commission decide it’s course of action, the financial manager was tasked to come prepared Monday with a breakdown of millage increases on the basis of quarterly increases, such as a .25 mill, .5 mill, .75 mill and 1 mill.

The commission appeared nearly split on Monday on their support of approving a new budget with a millage increase. Mayor Sprague, while he cannot vote, has said he doesn’t favor a millage increase.

Commissioner Dan Farrington said he would support only a half-mill increase if the city maintains a 11 percent fund balance. “ I believe before we raise city property taxes the city has to tighten its belt,” said Farrington.

By city charter, the city commission must approve its annual operating budget by May 31.

The public hearing on the budget will be held at 6:30 p.m. Monday (May 16) in the second floor commission chambers at Lapeer City Hall, 576 Liberty Park.

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FLINT TWP. — That famous victory cry of “I’m going to Disney World’’ is what’s next for Archer Granger, 7, of Metamora , who was recognized as the 2011 Michigan ambassador to the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals at a special event last week at the Walmart Super Center on Corunna Road.

Archer’s lost some toes on his left foot and his right foot was 95 percent severed in a commercial lawnmower accident in August 2009. He was airlifted to Hurley Medical Center — the only Level 1 Trauma Center north of Detroit — where a hardworking team of 18 doctors pulled off the miracle of reattaching the boy’s foot.

Archer is one of 170 children with remarkable medical histories chosen nationwide each year as ambassadors to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, said Linda Tracy -Stephens, CMNH director at Hurley.

In mid-October, the miracle children all will travel to Washington D.C. for visits with congressional representatives and a hoped-for audience with the president before moving on to Orlando, Florida for

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Archer Granger spending some of the $500 gift card he received to buy stuff for his trip to Disney World. His mom helps him try on sandals, the scar on his foot from his injury still noticeable.

the National CMNH Conference where each child will be presented with a champion’s medal just like in the Olympics, Tracy-Stephens said.

Archer also will represent CMNH at many Michigan events in the next year

including its annual fundraising telethon June 5, she said.

Archer’s Walmart appearance came with a birthday cake and a surprise $500 gift card for the boy and his family to shop for items they will need for the trip to Washington D.C. and Orlando.

As a long-time supporter of the CMNH, Walmart and Sam’s Club associates, customers and members have raised more than $500 million for children’s hospitals, said Kevin Walicki, Walmart shift manager, who presented the gift card.

“Thank you for making me a miracle,’’ Archer said to the gathering. With gift card in hand, the first words out of Archer’s mouth was Legos. His dad Pete explained that Legos provided therapy for his son during his recovery when he could not leave the house for fear of getting an infection in his open wound. But he bounced back faster than anyone expected.

In his brief remarks, Pete Granger said that as a parent he cannot describe the emotions gripping him after Archer’s accident. But within an hour after the boy arrived at Hurley, “we were confident we

LAPEER COUNTY — It’s that time of year again. The South Branch of the Flint River is beginning to recede and the water is starting to warm, which means it’s time of Flint River Watershed Council and Lapeer Rotary Club volunteers to head down to the river with chain saws in hand.

Since 2006 volunteers have been working to keep the river open for canoes, kayaks and other small boats from Lapeer to the Holloway Reservoir in Columbiaville.

“It’s a never ending effort,” said Joe Leonardi, a fisheries management biologist with the state Dept. of Natural Resources.

“Trees are going to fall in the river all the time.”

Leonardi said that while no one has done an official scouting

of the river yet this season, one property owner along the river recently told him that his daughter had to portage three times in the roughly two miles between the Millville landing and Stanley Road in Oregon Township.

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While Leonardi said, “It’s nice when we get 10 people” and typical river clearing effort normally only draws three or four volunteers at a time.

“We have a few committed volunteers with strong backs,” he said, “but if we run short of people there are areas that will

ALMONT TWP. — If Almont Township board members do nothing at their May 23 special meeting, new trustees will see their base pay drop by a third.

The township’s Compensation Commission, lead by Eric Flinn, presented it’s recommendations Monday night and while it called for the compensation for the supervisor, clerk and treasurer to remain unchanged, it called for trustee compensation to be dropped from $450 a month to $300.

However, trustees could be reimbursed $50 a meeting for up to four additional meetings a month with board approval.

Flinn told board members the recommendation was based on Gov. Rick Snyder’s push for more intergovernmental cooperation to lower spending and taxes.

“I think you guys have stepped out of bounds,” said Trustee Dennis Sweers, who objected to cutting the pay of only four of the seven township board members.

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expansion plans to Grand Blanc architectural and engineering firm CHMP. Locally, CHMP most recentfrom page 1A ly worked on the Lapeer Family and Urgent Care building.

Once plans for the additional almost 80 people over the last square footage are complete, a bid year and a half. In July, 2009, package will be put together for Kamax employed 125 people in construction.

Mayfield Twp. The company hit a little snag in "We're thrilled to have jobs in the process at Monday's Mayfield this county," said Patricia Lucas, meeting when Mayfield township executive director of the Lapeer assessor Kim Feigley proposed Economic Development changes to the IFT agreement for Corporation. She accompanied which Kamax was seeking Tom Atkins, Kamax project engiapproval. The proposal sought to neer, to a public hearing during protect the township from tax the Mayfield Township board meeting last week as the company appeals on abated properties. The move came after Kamax pursued sought an industrial facilities tax appeals on previously abated abatement based on the new investment the business is prepar- properties.

"What we're trying to do is creing to make. ate a win-win for everyone," said If all goes according to plan, Kamax will expand their facility to Feigley. "We're trying to find a place to meet in the middle. the east, relocating the facility "I think you want something shipping area and utilizing the existing south access to the plant. fair. If it's a bad assesment, you "Our goal is to have it open yet should be able to appeal. If it's fair this year," said Atkins. Kamax this ... this would discourage an week awarded the contract for the appeal," said Feigley.

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Signal from page 1A Lippincott from Hadley Road to Baldwin in Elba Township will get guardrails, tree removal, centerline corrugation and signage at a cost of $95,300.

Hegel Road from Washburn to Hadley Road in Hadley Township will get similar safety improvements at a total cost of $158,600. The three safety projects are 80 percent federally funded with a 20 percent local match.

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Everyone seemed inclined to work toward a consensus. Atkins invited board members to tour the facility.

Back in regular session, board members agreed to table the IFT agreement and set a special meeting to address it on May 23 at 1 p.m. That allows time for the township to finalize their proposed draft of the agreement and review it with Kamax.

The Mayfield Twp. facility has been shipping products since 1995 when Kamax acquired the operation from bolt manufacturer GB Dupont.

In 2007, Kamax added square footage to their Roods Lake Road facility. In 2009, they installed heat-treating furnaces in a multi-

million dollar project. In 2010, the road improvement project was executed to facilitate the company’s expansion plans.

The road improvements extended from the company entrance on Roods Lake Road to Bowers to Wilder down to Imlay City Road.

Ryan Doyle, assistant highway engineer with the Lapeer County Road Commission, is spearheading an effort to further that project. He is seeking grant funding to upgrade Wilder Road from Imlay City Road south to I-69, extending the all-season route that would benefit Kamax and other area industry.

The project would cost $750,000. Doyle is targeting a State of Michigan “system continuity” grant of up to $375,000 available in 2013. He’s currently asking area businesses that stand to benefit from the improvements for letters of support for the grant application, as well as information regarding potential financial contributions to the project.

GM to invest $109 million in Flint engine plant, add 78 jobs major increase in engine and engine component output in less than six months,’’ said Terri Burden, Flint Engine Operations Plant Manager, on FLINT— Ninety-six jobs are being her second day on the job. She said it added or saved in Flint and Bay City is a sign that GM is moving quickly to as a result of a $109 million investment meet growing demand for more fuelin engine plant operations, announced efficient cars at a General Motors press conference This comes on the heels of GM’s today at the Flint Engine Plant. announcement in November 2010 of The investment is allocated as $84 its plans to invest $151 million in the million to be used in Flint and $25 mil- Flint and Bay City Plants — adding or lion in Bay City to expand production protecting 143 jobs. capacity, said Larry Zahner, GM manuIt also is part of GM’s recent facturing manager, in making the announcement of a $2 billion investannouncement. That breaks down to ment at 17 plants in eight states.

78 jobs in Flint and 18 in Bay City, he This latest investment in Flint is to said. increase 1.4 liter engine capacity supPlans are ramping up to bring new porting Ecotec engine production for workers on board from now through the Chevrolet Volt, Cruze and Sonic.

2012. Many of them will be called back The Bay City investment is for confrom GM layoffs but new hires are pos- necting rods and camshafts used in sible beyond that, Zahner said. the engine.

GM and White House Officials, area Zahner said he hoped to be back in politicians and union leaders were the near future with similar announcepresent for the announcement that sig- ments. nals growth and a continued return “This is not our last investment in toward prosperity for the Flint-born America,’’ he said. “We’re committed automaker that was on the verge of to manufacturing and most importantbankruptcy two years ago. ly to manufacturing jobs.’’

“This investment marks the second

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Several Hadley Township roads to be regraveled the cost of the gravel and grading and brining.

Brandt said that they will concentrate on the west side of the township HADLEY TWP. — Roads got most of the Hadley Township board’s atten- this year, probably regraveling Washburn between Brigham and tion at their meeting last week with Pratt, Hasler Lake Road and Gregory an otherwise light agenda. Trustee Road. Other candidates for graveling Rick Brandt is forging ahead on his include various shorter and dead end annual plan to get township roads roads including Ivory and Holmes, graveled, covering about three miles depending on how many miles the of the township’s 35 miles of gravel township opts to cover. roads each year.

Board members will consider the This time around, there was a little matter of how many miles to gravel twist to the plan. as they take up the budget. They set Brandt gave board members a the date for the budget workshop for heads up on the possible options for May 18 at 4:30 p.m. at the township graveling this year. If the township offices. takes 10,000 tons of gravel they can Brandt said he has been in discuscover three miles of road at a total cost of $81,000. With 13,500 tons, they sion with the road commission can cover four miles at a total cost of regarding overlays. The new method has yet to be studied closely enough $105,975. And with 15,000 tons, they by either Brandt or the road commiscould regravel five miles of road at a sion to determine whether it’s the cost of $117,750. The figures include

BY NANCY R. ELLIOTT 810-452-2601 • nelliott@mihomepaper.com

Almont Township treasurer, former treasurer at odds over tax billing errors ware the county and township treasurers use and the State Tax Commission, neither office expressed surprise.

ALMONT TWP. — Almont Township’s former “Local treasurers only do this twice a year,” treasurer is upset over what appears to be a mis- observed Miller. “Mistakes happen.” handling of the township Roberta Kudsin, who tax roll that resulted in lost her bid for re-election residents with Dryden after six years as Almont mailing addresses not Township treasurer to being billed for library Rayl in 2006, was less forservice this year. giving. “You’ve been out However, county and of balance since other township officials seem to be unfazed by the December,” said Kudsin at Monday’s Almont blunder.

“It’s a cash flow thing,” Township Board meeting, said township supervisor criticizing Rayl for not collecting $4,000 in library Paul Bowman, adding he taxes and overpaying hopes treasurer Patricia other taxing units Rayl will have things cleared up by June 30, the $400,000.

“There are procedures end of the township’s fisto follow before paying cal year.

County treasurer Dana out tax money, such as checking your account to Miller said the property owners who weren’t billed make sure you have that amount of money. Not for the Almont District Library still owe the taxes much different than your and will have to pay them own home checking eventually. “I’m sure Pat’s account,” said Kudsin.

Miller noted later that embarrassed. She’s workof the $6.5 million in taxes ing to rectify the situacollected for 19 taxing tion,” said Miller.

Miller noted that when units, Rayl’s office didn’t she contacted the compa- collect $4,000 and those taxes are still owed. She ny that makes the softsaid the question her

BY PHIL FOLEY 810-452-2616 • pfoley@mihomepaper.com

TimeBank launches Tuesday in county Online project to connect people and genealogy help.

St. Louis suggests that people might want to be thinking about their talLAPEER — After a ents, hobbies, and areas month of testing out the of expertise they would system, the Lapeer be willing to share with County TimeBank official- neighbors, as well as ly launches Tuesday, May areas they could use 17. The online project is some help. designed to connect peo“They can be creple who are looking for ative,” he encourages. work with others who “People might be able to have work they need find help in areas they done. The community is had never even thought invited to come to the about before.”

Lapeer campus of Mott You should have a curCommunity College from rent email account to 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday become a member. Even to learn about the system if you don’t, St. Louis and get signed up. encourages you to come Activities will take place anyway to find out how in the computer lab. you can participate.

Under the TimeBank Organizers anticipate concept, people access that the Lapeer County an online site to offer TimeBank is likely to services or to find people quickly become one of who can do the work the largest in the state they need done. since there is so much “It’s already being community cooperation, used and it’s being sucwith various agencies cessful,” said organizer involved. and county commissionSt. Louis and Clark will er Cheryl Clark. “It’s up be at Tuesday’s launch and running.” In addition event along with Jody to giving and receiving Kerbyson and staff from services in exchange for ThumbWorks! to help TimeBank hours, Clark people get signed up. said the system also Members of a number of accommodates persons different supporting who will provide work for agencies will be there as cash. well. St. Louis reports “It’s going to be a good that Kim Hodge, presiasset to our county,” said dent of the Michigan Clark.

Time Bank Alliance plans TimeBank organizer to attend as well.

Paul St. Louis said there For more information, are people online right St. Louis can be reached now offering services like at 810-441-0322, or call spring house cleaning, ThumbWorks! at 810-664light yard work, cooking 1680. Online, check out meals for individuals, and www.timebanks.org and even digital scrapbooking www.mitimebanks.org.

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office and Rayl is waiting for the state to answer is whether to send out a special tax bill, add it to the summer tax bill, or double the library tax billing for the property owners who weren’t billed next December.

In the meantime, the shortfall created for the township by having to cover the $4,000 that wasn’t collected could be covered by the township’s fund balance. Bowman said there is about $400,000 in the township’s fund balance.

Pressed by Kudsin to explain the errors, Rayl said, “There’s going to be an investigation and I’m not talking any more.”

“We’ll definitely look into the situation,” said Bowman.

route they want to go with some of the township roads.

Last week, road commission manager Rick Pearson said that they’ll be trying out the ultra-thin overlay on a section of road by the commission.

It’s suitable for a road in “basically decent” shape, and has the potential to yield another 10-12 years of good life. The cost approaches $50,000 for a mile of overlay.

Greens Corners chip sealing will be done within the next month. The supplier said the road was a candidate for a double treatment, but Brandt suggested that if Saginaw Asphalt had not delayed the project last year perhaps it would not have been necessary. He’ll be looking to negotiate on the matter.

Brining in the township is scheduled for this week. Brandt said he had received numerous calls about the gravel roads, but noted the road com-

mission only has “just a few graders and a lot of miles to cover.”

In other township matters, treasurer Chris Tippen asked everyone to be vigilant since someone has been stealing flowers and small items from the cemetery. Relative to an uptick of break-ins in the area, trustee Robert Hartwig said, “Things have been a little bit too active. We can all help by just paying attention.”

NOAA weather radios are available at the township hall. The programmable units alert to severe weather.

“That’ll be your best defense,” said Fire Chief Kurt Nass. Cost is $42.

Treasurer Chris Tippen explained that he closed an account with PNC bank since service charges were being applied. The funds were moved to Chase Bank with no service charges and a higher rate of return.

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Accident from page 3A were in a great place,’’ he said. “He recovered better than we would have imagined. The miracles that have happened at Hurley and the CMNH have overshadowed the accident.’’

Archer, who attends Murphy Elementary School in Metamora, has even won a jumping rope competition since his accident, his dad said.

He likes to ride his bike and do tricks on it, said his mom Jennifer. And “these are his brakes,’’ she said pointing to scuffed toes of Archer’s gym shoes.

The Walmart event brought together Archer and a doctor and nurse who provided care for him during his stay at Hurley.

“We’re all about kids,’’ said Dr. Mahesh Sharman, a Hurley pediatric intensivist, who scooped Archer up into his arms for a reunion hug. Sharman recounted the intensive medical procedures following Archer’s accident.

“Today I see him running faster than other kids around,’’ Sharman said. “Children like Archer get the finest care in the country right here in our own community.”

“One of my children is the same age as Archer,’’ he said “When I look at him, I think of my own child.’’

Archer knows no limitations, his parents said.

It’s a happy ending for Archer who is a happy, healthy active boy with a scar across his right foot the only visible sign of his traumatic experience.

He still sometimes has night terrors, said his dad Pete, but usually

can’t remember them the next morning. And he doesn’t like being around lawnmowers, his mother said.

Archer and his twin sister Delaney who turned 7 on May 6 happily blew out the candles on the balloon-shaped birthday cake before diving in. Wide smiles creased identical faces when the gift card was presented. Both children were up for their shopping spree but their Mom wanted to wait until closer to their trip so they won’t outgrow everything.

She relented enough for Archer to pick out a pair of Sponge Bob swimming trunks, camouflage crocs and a snazzy pinstriped suit and yellow power tie for when he goes to shake hands with all the bigwigs in Washington D.C. his dad said.

Trustee from page 3A Sweers contended the proposal was “based solely on speculation.”

“This community adopted an ordinance,” said Flinn. “We met pursuant to that ordinance.

We looked at information that was provided by some of the township officials, the booklet that you follow and community salaries that are currently in effect and we talked about what we believe may be happening as far as the duties and the needs of the community with regards to elected officials in the next couple of years and we came up with out recommendations. Now clearly you don’t have to approve this.”

However to override the compensation com-

River from page 3A Almont Homecoming Garage Sale Frenzy May 19-21 *maps available on-line at www.almontdda.com, or at select downtown merchants and at the Village of Almont Offices

not be maintained.”

While the Flint River Watershed Council pays for the chain saws and other equipment used to keep the river clear for navigation, all the labor

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“Some of the residents have a problem with $450 for one meeting a month, when the last couple of meetings have lasted 30, 45 minutes.”

Carol Hoffner Almont Township trustee

mission’s recommendation, two-thirds of the township board have to vote no. If township board members take no action the recommendations will take effect automatically with the township board members who

for the clearing operations is volunteer.

Leonardi recently sent out e-mails to last year’s volunteers and the 90some landowners along the river reminding them it’s time for clearing operations to begin again.

Leonardi noted that landowner cooperation is imperative to make river

are up for election in November 2012.

State law prohibits recommendations from the compensation commission from effecting sitting board members.

“The highest proportion of salary is not the four, but the other three and those three weren’t even looked at,” said Trustee Scott Stroup.

“The were looked at, but they weren’t part of the recommendation,” said Supervisor Paul Bowman.

“Some of the residents,” said Clerk Carol Hoffner, “have a problem with $450 for one meeting a month, when the last couple of meetings have lasted 30, 45 minutes.”

Bowman said the compensation commission’s recommendation will be on the agenda for the board’s May 23 special meeting.

clearing efforts successful.

He added more volunteers are always welcome.

To volunteer, call Leonardi at 810-245-1250 or Dave Woolfenden at 810-664-9881. Leonardi said he expects volunteers to make between 14 and 20 trips to the river this summer.

Almont American Legion Auxiliary May 21 Annual “Poppy Sale” - at the Four Corners Downtown “Chalk Around the Fountain” student art contest for grades 6-12.

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Jim Waldron Buick-GMC hires two sales consultants DAVISON — Jim Waldron BuickGMC of Davison recently announced the hire of two new sales consultants, Raymond Goldstein and Tom Ryan.

Goldstein is a member of the sales team at Jim Waldron Buick-GMC. In his position of new and used car sales consultant, he is responsible for building relationships with Raymond customers and Goldstein assisting them with their purchase of a vehicle. Goldstein earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration from Parsons Business College, and most recently served as controller at Tom Ryan Charter Distributing Company, where he retired after 18 years of service. He is a member of the West Flint Businessmen’s Association and past president, National Association of Credit ManagersDetroit. Goldstein lives in Flint with his wife, Nancy.

Ryan joins Jim Waldron BuickGMC as a used car sales consultant. With more than 13 years of experience, Ryan is responsible for all aspects of vehicle purchases and providing outstanding service before and after the sale. He’s a parishioner of St. John’s Catholic Church and resides in Davison with his three children, Kate, 6; Thomas, 4; and Henry, 3.

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DTE Energy official speaks at economic club

BY PHIL FOLEY 810-452-2616 • pfoley@mihomepaper.com

ELBA TWP. — The Economic Club of Lapeer County closed out the first half of its 2011-12 season Thursday with Trevor F. Laura, vice president of marketing and renewables for DTE Energy.

Founded in 1903 as Detroit Edison, the company provides electric utility service to 2.1 million customers in southeast Michigan from the Ohio line north to the tip of the Thumb.

Its MichCon unit provides natural gas to 1.2 million customers across the state. Along with its non-regulated business units, DTE Energy earned $630 million on revenues of $8.6 billion last year.

Lauer noted that along with being the county’s largest taxpayer; owning 4,000 miles of wire in the county; and having it’s corporate training center — Copely Hill — in the Dryden area, DTE has more than 100 employees and 60 retirees in Lapeer County. “Our people are tied into the knit of the community,” he said.

Trevor F. Laura

He told economic club members that for all the technology the heart of DTE is its people. “Our people are absolutely the fiber of our business.” he said.

Lauer told club members that on the coldest, most miserable day of the year and the hottest, muggiest day of the year, DTE crews will be found out in the field keeping peo-

ple’s power on line.

He said when he joined the utility five years ago he thought, “How tough can it be to keep the damn lights on?”

Since then, he said, he’s learned, “it’s an amazingly complex business.”

Still, he said, for all its complexity, DTE customers can expect about one power outage a year that lasts for about an hour. “We never shut down.

We take that really seriously,” he said.

Lauer noted that while DTE recently completed the state’s largest wind turbine farm in Gratiot County, “I’m not going to tell you that renewables are the answer for everything, they’re not.” He pointed out that wind and solar generation is still significantly more expensive that coal or nuclear per kilowatt hour.

He said that while DTE has been working with auto makers and suppliers on the development of electric auto technology, the utility sees its role more as a spur to entrepreneurial activity than as the gate keeper to determining winners and losers.

Starting a business workshop in Lapeer on May 23 at Mott LAPEER — Have you been thinking about starting a business? Have you recently started a new business? A free “Fundamentals of Starting a Business” workshop is scheduled at the Mott Community College Lapeer Campus, from 9-11 a.m. on Monday, May 23.

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he skeptics have been proven wrong. Two years ago Chrysler and General Motors were taken into bankruptcy, and many people in Washington, Michigan and across the country suggested the Michigan-based companies that employ thousands of Lapeer County residents directly and indirectly wouldn’t or shouldn’t survive.

Not only have they survived, but they are reporting profits and even hiring more people to meet the pent-up demand for high mileage vehicles that the Detroit automakers are now building and selling at a brisk pace.

It was indeed a good week for the domestic automakers, and therefore a good week for Michigan and the many tens of thousands of people in our state who earn a living in the industry.

General Motors Co. announced Friday of a $109 million investment at engine plants in Flint and Bay City, adding about 80 jobs. The move will help boost engine production for the automaker’s top-selling Chevrolet Cruze compact and its extended-range electric car, the Chevrolet Volt.

Earlier in the week, GM CEO Dan Akerson said Tuesday the company would spend $2 billion to create or save about 4,000 jobs in eight states and at 17 GM facilities.

GM already has announced spending for upgrades at two factories — $131 million in Bowling Green, Ky., and $204 million to build a new, eight-speed automatic transmission in Toledo.

This latest round of investment is on top of the 9,000 jobs GM has added or preserved since exiting bankruptcy in July 2009.

Last fall, GM pumped about $138 million into Flint engine to increase production of its 1.4-liter engine, which goes into the Cruze and Volt, retaining 135 jobs. The 539-worker plant will build a 1.4-liter engine for Chevy’s smaller Sonic, which hits the U.S. this fall.

GM announced in November it would sink $12.7 million into the Bay City engine plant, retaining eight jobs. The factory has 259 hourly workers, and 53 salaried employees.

The company has about 1,300 laid off workers waiting to be recalled in the U.S. GM expects to recall all of them by the end of the year and already is adding workers at factories in Flint, Orion Township and Delta Township near Lansing.

The news is sure to boost GM’s image after it came under fire for taking a $50 billion government bailout.

Any new hires will be paid GM’s entry-level wage of $14 per hour, about half the wages of a veteran union autoworker. The United Auto Workers agreed to the lower wages in contract concessions when GM was headed toward bankruptcy protection two years ago.

In contract talks this summer, the UAW will ask GM about reopening plants in Spring Hill, Tenn., and Janesville, Wisc., as well as new vehicles for the Shreveport, La., plant which is slated to close.

The union is willing to discuss taking on more $14 per hour jobs to make that happen.

Chrysler Group LLC became the last of Detroit’s three automakers to post a quarterly profit Monday, signaling its turnaround two years after filing for bankruptcy.

The Auburn Hills-based carmaker reported a $116 million net profit — its first quarterly profit since 2006 as part of DaimlerChrysler AG — just as it prepares to launch a private debt offering. Chrysler plans to refinance its $7.5 billion in government bailout loans by June and make partner Fiat SpA its majority stakeholder by year’s end.

The profit, no matter how small, is significant for the automaker, which posted a $197 million net loss for the same period in 2010.

It’s also a morale booster for employees who survived bankruptcy and restructuring in 2009 and worked steadfastly to rebuild the company.

Measuring morale is intangible, but Chrysler and GM employees are looking at a far better future than they have seen in a while. And they and we can thank the government bailout for helping save these companies.

TALK TO YOUR ELECTED OFFICIALS State Representative Kevin Daley (R) P.O. Box 30014 Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 517-373-1800 kevindaley@house.mi.gov State Senator Phil Pavlov (R) P.O. Box 30036 Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 517-373-7708 senppavlov@senate. michigan.gov

U.S. Senators Carl D. Levin (D) 269 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, D.C., 20510 Phone: 202-224-6221 www.senate.gov/~levin Debbie Stabenow (D) Room No. 133 Hart Building Washington, D.C., 20510 Phone: 202-224-4822 www.stabenow.senate.gov U.S. Representative Candice S. Miller (R) 228 Cannon Office Building Washington, D.C., 20515 Phone: 202-225-2106 www.candicemiller.house.gov

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Menards opening good for customers

Great news. I’ve been waiting for the Menards Community Experimental road? store to open because As I am renewing my they have a great selecsupports robotics subscription for your tion and may force other The Lapeer East and paper, I would like to ask local stores to offer better West High Schools FIRST you a question. Why hasn’t prices.

Robotics Team No. 1684, there been any articles or Home Depot, Walmart The Chimeras, would like sound off from residents and Meijer are not the to thank the businesses and daily travelers on the only store in town (or and community members mile stretch of “experimen- close by), and I’m not who have helped our team tal” road between Brauer above driving to Davison achieve great success this Road and Davison Lake to get better prices and year. During this competiRoad? selection than what’s tion season, many organiYou must have heard here in Lapeer. zations and businesses about it. Are you not putKip Oppenheim supported the team by ting it in the paper? There Elba Township donating supplies and have been many comfinancial assistance. plaints made to the Lapeer They include: Lapeer County Road Commission, Stay off cellphones County Community I would appreciate it if and not a word in the Foundation, Identities paper. We personally have teenagers working at the Screen Printing & fast food restaurants new vehicles and it cost Embroidery, Rotary Club $5,800 to have ours “fixed.” would stay off their cell of Lapeer, Fastenal, PNC And, since we have to trav- phones. It’s so unprofesBank, Winegarden, Haley, sional and rude. I always el on the “experimental” Lindholm, Lapeer County road, it still is on our vehi- tell the managers about Bank & Trust, Twin Village their employees, but they cles and will not come off Tire & Auto, McLaren Bin Laden was don’t seem to care either. with a car wash, power Medical Group, PEO, Julie Oliver wash or by hand. an NRA member Cypress Computer Capac I think you should Systems, Brown & Kent, We are now inundated check into this and let the P.C., CCS Robotics, Webwith a deluge of theories many Baldwin Road travel- Write speeding tickets Winslow and Robolytics. and speculations regarding ers know that they will As part of our entrepre- the reported death of Bin I wish the cops would have a film on their vehineurial project, many local Laden — is he really dead, write some speeding tickcles forever as they travel businesses participated in was his death provoked, ets along Bowers Road that mile stretch. And, a fundraiser that allowed was his death the result of near my home. The peowhat about families and anyone wearing a “LAPEER a mandated execution ple are just flying by here, friends who want to visit?

ROBOTICS!” yellow wristorder and how was he especially the kids comWe have to warn them to band during the month of located? ing from Ed-Tech. Just put wash their vehicles as March to receive discounts In answer to this latest a car out here between 3 soon as they get home and free items from those query, the truth has not and, hopefully, it will come and 5 p.m. and I guaranlocations. We would like to yet been publicized; theretee you’ll write dozens of off. thank those businesses for fore I am obligated to retickets and send a mesFinally, please let us helping us raise funds and release my directions pubsage at the same time. know when the Road for allowing the team to lished December 2001.

Stephanie Pichla Commission is going to learn many entrepreneurial Finding Bin Laden: As Arcadia Township make Baldwin Road driveskills. They are: Abruzzo’s shown in the many teleable again. Thank you.

Piano Grill, Applebees, vised interviews and film Charles Eick Good news Apple Tree Restaurant, clips, Osama bin Laden is Hadley Township Arby’s, Book Shelf always portrayed grasping The best news I’ve Bookstore, Brian’s of fondling an automatic Editor’s note: The County read in your paper in a Restaurant, Burke’s rifle or firearm. This unexlong time is the opening Press previously reported Flowers, C&D Collision, plainable behavior, adopted of the Menards store in on the Baldwin Road probCavelli’s Eatery & Spirits, by the majority of his folDavison. I get tired of getlem. Road commission Checkers, Dairy Queen, lowers, demonstrates a unimanager Rick Pearson said ting ripped off on some The Dawg House, EG versal male trait which things around here and this week that he has not Nicks, Farm House bonds these persons of similook forward to better been receiving calls on it Restaurant, Grondin’s lar persuasions into a comprices. recently. The material put College of Cosmetology, munity of like thinkers.

Thanks for letting us down on Baldwin Road last Hungry Howie’s, K’s Auto Therefore, there is every know.

I’m sure I’m not fall was used successfully in & Truck Services, The Lake likelihood that bin Laden is alone in the interest to Oakland and Washtenaw Inn, Lapeer County Vision an international card-carrysee the store open. counties before Lapeer Center, Mancino’s Pizza & ing member of the National Dean Tippins County used it. After too Grinders, Max’s Bakery, Rifle Association (NRA); an Lapeer much of the material was McDonald’s (both on M-24 organization based on the put down on a portion of and M-21), Rooster’s premise that everyone can Baldwin Road, and then Lots of shame Barber Shop, Rowley’s Tire rightfully own and carry a brine and rain soaked it, a & Automotive Services, gun — but oppose the use The North Branch slurry formed on the road.

Springers Pizza, Starbuck’s of guns for terrorist attacks.

Board of Education About 40 complaints were and Sunny’s Tanning Salon.

As an NRA member, bin should be ashamed of received by the road comBuilding a robot in six Laden will automatically themselves, and so mission, which directed weeks of winter would not receive all official NRA pubshould Superintendent those persons to have their be possible without the lications. Because he will Tom English. If he didn’t vehicles cleaned up by tireless support of our par- want to receive all NRA like Mrs. Spivy he Rick’s Service Center in ents, relatives, and friends periodicals, he must conshould’ve just said so Lapeer. The road commisproviding food and transstantly update NRA with his sion turned those costs over instead of creating cover portation. Not to mention most current mailing to material supplier Edward to get rid of her. Lots of allowing us to work late on address. Therefore, by shame to go around in C. Levy and has already school nights. Individuals accessing the NRA mailing North Branch. been reimbursed. Pearson from the community also address database, President Phillip Irvine said the cleanup cost was helped us by mentoring Bush can easily and quickly North Branch Township ‘typically $350 to $400.’ the team and assisting us determine his current exact After the winter freeze in many different ways. We location. Bush’s agents who thawed out, Pearson said Fix the roads would like to especially secure this information the slurry persisted someI wish the city would thank Carinna Malone, should not be discouraged if what and road commission fix East Genesee Street.

Dave Malone, George bin Laden’s address does crews added more stone, It’s absolutely horrible.

Mavis (awesome not contain a typical zip then topped it with gravel.

We pay high taxes in this bumpers!), Brian Surret, code number; it will proba“We addressed the probtown and have some of Kevin Kreiner, Mike Scott, bly be replaced with a Cave lem,” said Pearson. “This the worst roads around.

Andrew Sornig, Kile Number. gravel that we just put on it How come?

Deachin, Jon Winter, Jacob Norman Bullock should take care of it.”

Carolyn Muxlow Malone, and Andrew Elba Township Lapeer Angellotti. A very special thank you goes out to Clinton and Brandi Bolinger, and all the members of FIRST team No. 2337 — The Enginerds — from Grand Blanc High School whose friendship, guidance, and encouragement enabled us to achieve so much this year.

The Chimeras, FIRST Team No. 1684, greatly appreciates all the help that we have received this year. We also hope that these businesses and many others can help us for the years to come as we pursue our dreams through FIRST, robotics, science, technology, and engineering.

Tony Diodato The Chimeras Lapeer Township

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Sunday, May 15, 2011

Southern Links Trailway celebrates Trails Day

BY NANCY R. ELLIOTT 810-452-2601 • nelliott@mihomepaper.com

COLUMBIAVILLE — No excuses! Walk, bike, rollerblade or just get out to stop and smell the roses. Saturday June 4, you’re invited to enjoy Southern Links Trailway.

In celebration of National Trails Day, the SLT Friends Group is encouraging the community to get on the trailway that day, starting with a walk that people can join in on anytime between 9 a.m. and noon.

“It’s a good day to get out, exercise, be with family and have some fun,” says organiz-

er Jim Chaffer.

The Friends Group is providing extra incentive by providing water and certificates of participation for trailway visitors that day. The Friends Group will also be selling T-shirts and providing membership information.

There will be stations at each trail head in Columbiaville, Otter Lake and Millington, and people can access the trail from any of those sites.

Chaffer notes that the trailway attracts people from all around the community, and people are driving from further distances to experience it as well.

“It’s just phenome-

nal.... It’s just natural beauty,” says Chaffer.

He says the trailway gives users the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the land and the little animals that traverse the route as well. “It’s really enjoyable.”

The Southern Links Trailway is a 10.2-mile long, paved non-motorized trailway. There is a separate path for those on horseback. The trailway traverses scenic views of open fields, wetlands, wooded forests and farm lands.

It links the communities of Columbiaville, Otter Lake and Millington.

For more information, check out www.southernlinkstrailway.com.

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LAPEER — Things are going to get a little wild next Saturday. May 21 marks the date for the eighth annual Wild Lapeer event hosted by the Lapeer Land Conservancy. It’s the same day organizers host a trail race and a Flint River clean-up.

For the second year, Wild Lapeer will be held at Chatfield School and Prairies and Ponds at Oakdale. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., including familiar favorites and introducing some brand new programs, with fun for all ages.

“We have some really fun things for people to do,” said organizer Peter McCreedy. “I think we’ve got a great program.”

Even before Wild Lapeer gets underway at 11 a.m., there are two other events to get you out in the wild. Elite Feet is sponsoring a new 5K cross country trail fun run/race in some of the lesser known areas around Farmers Creek. The race starts at 9 a.m. with registration at 8:30 at the Willows Education Center.

If you’re not out running, you may want to get out and give a hand in the Flint River clean-up. Participants will operate five work sites from 9 a.m. to noon that day. Check in at Cramton Park at 9 a.m. Workers will get T-shirts and a meal.

Everyone can then jump into Wild Lapeer. The free event was originally inspired by Earth Day, but now encompasses environmental issues as well as outdoor recreation, wildlife and locally grown foods.

Headliner events include a kids’ concert by Ann Arbor-area singer, songwriter and educator Joe Reilly at 1:30 p.m. on the main stage.

Traditional African drum and dance troupe Kuungana takes the stage at 3 p.m. And Leslie Science and Nature Center in Ann

More than 100 people took part in last year’s Polly Ann Trail Walk. The walk starts and ends at Imlay City’s downtown farmers market, with options for 2, 4, 6 or 8 mile walks.

Fifth Annual Polly Ann Trail Walk on June 4

BY NANCY R. ELLIOTT 810-452-2601 • nelliott@mihomepaper.com

Wild Lapeer, trail race, river clean-up May 21

BY NANCY R. ELLIOTT 810-452-2601 • nelliott@mihomepaper.com

Photo by NANCY ELLIOTT

Arbor launches the main stage events with an up close look at Birds of Prey at noon on the main stage.

Those events are just the tip of the iceberg. Among new programs coming to Wild Lapeer is the on-site assembly of a mini-timberframe barn, an interactive worm farming exhibit, and a newly-designed nine-hole disc golf course with instruction provided.

Other cool wild things include canoe rides, a guided Oakdale Cemetery and history hike, coyote and wolf exhibits, pond dipping and discovery, pioneer farm tools, brewing herb or root beers, and a hunters safety program including blood trail tracking and route finding with a compass. Seven Ponds Nature Center will be on site with a hands-on exhibit. There will be a farmers market, a giant John Deere tractor, and an interactive exhibit on the Flint River and Saginaw Bay Watersheds.

Wild Lapeer will feature a local food lunch, tempting you with pulled pork and beef brisket from Almont’s Country Smokehouse, with organic pork and beef from Oliver Farms. The menu also includes local baked beans, redskin potato salad, and popcorn, as well as Crooked Creek Dairy chocolate milk and ice cream, and Past Tense cider.

Wild Lapeer is made possible by donations from the Lapeer Land Conservancy, Flint River Watershed Coalition, Access to Nature, Lapeer Farm Bureau, Lapeer Conservation District, the Sierra Club and Chatfield School.

Kids as well as adults can get up close and personal with all things outdoors at Saturday’s eighth annual Wild Lapeer event.

IMLAY CITY — Fresh air, camaraderie, and pleasant exercise. It’s just about time for the fifth annual Polly Ann Trail Walk. Saturday, June 4 marks the day the Friends of the Polly Ann Trail, the Imlay City Parks and Recreation Commission and the Imlay City Downtown Development Authority invite the community to experience the trail in celebration of National Trails Day. This year’s walk beings at 9 a.m.

It’s designed to accommodate every kind of walker with 2, 4, 6 or 8 mile courses of paved and non-paved trail traversing beautiful, natural surroundings. The walks begin and finish at the Imlay City Farmers Market.

“It’s a great way to get out there and get some exercise,” says Imlay City DDA director Kim Marrone.

And for those who can’t imagine a trek without man’s best friend at their side, the event also includes the popular Dog Walk which starts at 9:30 a.m.

“The Dog Walk is always a big hit,” says Marrone. Dogs must be leashed and have proof of rabies vaccine.

Last year, more than 100 people participated in the walk, as well as

quite a few four-footed furry companions. Last year’s event raised more than $2,000, with proceeds going toward a trail head to be established in Imlay City.

“We’re trying to move forward and get that trail head. The more support we have, we can make that a reality,” says Marrone.

Registration for the walk is $15 per person (with or without dog), or for families of three of more, $10 per person. If registration is received before Monday May 23, event T-shirts are guaranteed. Entry fee also includes light morning snacks at the start, 2011 membership in the Friends of the Polly Ann Trail, and discount coupons from local businesses.

Register in advance by sending or dropping off your registration form to the Imlay City DDA, 150 N. Main St., Imlay City, MI 48444.

Checks should be made payable to Friends of the Polly Ann Trail. The form is available at the DDA or online at www.icdda.com.

Registration or packet pick up the day of the walk is at the Imlay City Farmer’s Market, at 120 N. Main St., between 8-9 a.m. Parking is available at the upper level of the Lamb Steele Building and City Hall.

Details: 810-724-2135 or check out www.icdda.com.

Hadley’s Music in the Park returns HADLEY TWP. — Music in the Park resumes Thursday, May 26 at Hartwig Community Park at 7 p.m. Visitors are welcome to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy a bite to eat while listening to live music performances.

Those musically

inclined are invited to perform.

Other Hadley events include the townshipwide garage sale June 2-4. Register to participate by May 19 at the township hall. The $5 registration fee gets you on the map that shoppers will use, and advertisement of the

event.

Electronic recycling day happens June 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the township offices.

Vintage Tech Recyclers, Inc. will accept old electronic devices that day. A list of acceptable items is available at hadleytownship.org.

— Nancy R. Elliott

East, West students earn awards in state MITES competition LAPEER — A total of 68 students at Lapeer East and West high schools recently won statewide awards in the 2011 Michigan Industrial & Technology Education Society (MITES) competition.

The industrial arts entries by the Lapeer Community Schools high school students numbered more than 80 projects ranging from a book case and a belt buckle to a bike rack and a Yo-Yo. Several students submitted multiple projects and earned multiple awards.

At Lapeer West, the 2011 honorees include: Cole Acton 5th, 7th; Ben Barker 9th, HM; Kris Bauroth HM; Kaitlin Becker HM; Anthony Berti (2)HM; Alannah Butterfield 8th; Sarah Clinton (2)2nd; Devan Corneail 5th, 9th; Cody Crookedacre HM; Dylan Fraser 1st, HM; Joe Gingiloski HM; Cody Green HM; Nick Harris HM; Aaron Heckman HM; Kailey Johnson 10th; Garrett Kitts 6th; Joe Krawdack HM; Paul Millard HM; Adam Pfeiffer HM; Jake Pratt 2nd, HM; Collin Ray

HM; Blake Russell (2)HM; Jacob Stone 6th, 10th; Kyle Stoutenburg HM; Jakob Thomas 8th, HM; Casey Thornton 10th, HM; Ryan Tuckfield 7th, HM; Gabe Walters HM; Mark Wells (2)HM; Whitnie West HM; Dustin Zecchin HM. Lapeer East 2011 MITES winners are: Kaitlyn Kluge 1st ; Tyler Lemeuix 1st; Brenton Jaros 2nd; Sierra Woodcum 3rd; Kayla Dobrowiac 7th; Kyle Waid 6th, 9th; Jasmine Luzi 10th; Eric Ricchi 7th, HM; Cassie Diaz 9th; Caroline Ritchie 9th; Eddie Eskridge 10th; Cassie Pflanzer 10th; Zhehao Wang 7th; Kristin Lawson 4th; Sabrina Pflanzer 6th; Shayne Paulus 10th; Zach Sanford 6th; Josh Strong 7th; Zach Sehn 8th; Zach Johnson 5th; Sara Badran 4th; Joe Passey 8th ; Mike Collie 3rd; Kyle Laudermilk 4th; Tyler Agnew 10th; Brandon Warren 8th; Alex Curlett 7th; John Coliette HM; Bradley Basset HM; Justin Townsend HM; Zehn Hauser HM; Jeff Beatty HM; Matt Green HM; Adam Porter HM; Jason Humble HM; Jacob Wetherford HM;

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Pedaling around Lapeer

BY NANCY R. ELLIOTT 810-452-2601 • nelliott@mihomepaper.com

LAPEER — Get rolling!

Lapeer’s Road Track and Trail bicycle shop is making it easy by hosting organized bicycle rides this summer. Every Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m., riders are meeting up in the parking lot behind the store.

“The whole idea is camaraderie and fitness,” said Leo Ruhana of RTT. He was one of the riders that got together at the store last Tuesday to launch the season.

“We’re going to do two groups,” RTT owner Doug Hodge said. One group will be for beginner and intermediate riders. “We have a no drop policy on the beginner group.” That means that no one will get left behind.

For the go-fast types, there will be a second, advanced group. Hodge said that group will typically ride at speeds of 15-18 mph.

“Hey, I enjoy riding,” Hodge said as he prepared to pedal away last Tuesday on a dual purpose Trek Bodega. He and his wife June were sporting bright yellow RTT shirts. RTT is a safety conscious bunch.

“Wearing bright colors helps,” said June.

And Doug pointed out that simply riding with others is good for safety. "When there’s a group you’re more visible.”

Here are the rules of the puzzle – There is really only one rule: Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 through 9.

You can’t change the digits already provided in the grid. You have to work around them.

Every puzzle has just one correct solution.

Photo by NANCY ELLIOTT

Leo Ruhana, Dave Peacy, Doug Hodge, and June Hodge discuss routes as they prepare to start pedaling on a recent Tuesday evening bike ride organized by Lapeer’s Road Track and Trail.

Ruhana underscored the group’s rule, “You have to wear a helmet — helmets are a must.”

RTT will host some other organized rides in addition to their Tuesday night get-togethers. They’ll be taking advantage of the area’s great rail trails on some Saturdays. They expect to get rolling on the Southern Links Trail, and perhaps the Polly Ann, Paint Creek, Avoca, or the Pere Marquette.

“We have a lot of these little

treasures,” said Ruhana, as he looks forward to riding them himself.

If your bike needs a little TLC, the shop offers tune-ups and service. And if you’re bikeless, there’s plenty of advice and browsing at the store.

Road, Track and Trail is located at 411 W. Nepessing in downtown Lapeer. For more information, check out the website at www.rttbicycles.com or call 810664-1313.

Get involved in a hobby or project that will take several days to complete. Then begin a new one.

Crossword

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There are some situations for which there are no answers, Aries. In these times, you should defer to someone with more authority on the subject.

Taurus, a number of people are questioning the way you are operating lately. Do not be dissuaded from action.

You know the reasons behind your decisions.

Nominal purchases can quickly add up to quite a sum, Gemini. Keep track of your spending because you can easily deplete your funds without even realizing it.

There is a romantic match out there for you single Cancers. It could just take a little more looking this week.

Attached Cancer men and women will form a stronger romantic bond.

Sagittarius, a relationship comes to an end and it leaves you feeling a bit detached. The quicker you can move on the better off you will be. Family softens the blow.

Capricorn, if there isn’t anything positive to say, simply keep your lips closed and be inconspicuous. This can be difficult to do, but it’s best for everyone involved.

Few things can get you riled up more than dishonesty, Aquarius. Confront someone who has led you astray this week for resolution. You will feel better for having done it.

Picking up the pieces of something that didn’t work out is difficult. But not trying at all is even worse.

Leo, be a little more patient because something you started a while ago has yet to be resolved. It can only get done if you buckle down for the next few days.

MAY 15 David Charvet, Actor (39) Virgo, it can be hard to ignore gossip but that is precisely what you need to do this week. Foul words can hurt only if you let them get under your skin. Keep friends close by.

MAY 16 Tracey Gold, Actress (42) MAY 17 Jordan Knight, Singer (41) MAY 18 Tina Fey, Actress (41) MAY 19 Rachel Appleton, Actress (19)

Charlie

Akira

This handsome yellow male lab is in need of a home. Charlie is currently residing at the Lapeer County Animal Shelter, 2396 W. Genesee in Lapeer. If interested in this pet or any other pets, drop by or call (810) 667-0236.

The Shelter is open 9:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; 9:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday; and 10 a.m. to noon Saturday.

Hi, my name is Akira and I am looking for a new forever home. I am a calico/domestic short hair mix female kitten. I am available for adoption at Paradise Animal Rescue on M-24 in Deerfield. For more information on all pets, call 810-793-5683.

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There’s no need to worry, Libra. You have it all under control even if it doesn’t seem that way. Once you are done you will see that you had it covered.

MAY 20 Cher, Actress/Singer (65) MAY 21 Lisa Edelstein, Actress (45)

Scorpio, creative processes will keep you busy this week.

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CALENDAR

Cards and Games MONDAYS Bingo at the Elba Lions Club. Early birds start at 7 p.m. and regular games start at 7:30 p.m. The kitchen will be open for snacks. Details: 810-667-9801.

THURSDAYS Harmony Gateway Chorus rehearsals from 7-9:30 p.m. at the Davison Assembly of God Church, 1234 S. Gale Rd., Davison.

Details: 810-664-3552, 810-496-0516 or harmonygatewaychorus@yahoo.com.

FIRST, THIRD FRIDAYS TUESDAYS Bingo, hosted by the Lapeer Masonic Lodge at the Lapeer Center Building. Early birds start at 7 p.m. and regular bingo at 7:30 p.m. The kitchen will be open for dinner and snacks. Details: 810-664-2109.

WEDNESDAYS Bingo night at the North Branch American Legion Post 457. Early bird starts at 6:30 p.m., regular play at 7:10 p.m.

Details: 810-688-2660.

Karaoke with Mike Cuda beginning at 7 p.m. at VFW post 4139, 128 Daley Rd., Lapeer. Details: 810-664-9222.

SECOND, FOURTH THURSDAYS Darts beginning at 7 p.m. at VFW post 4139, 128 Daley Rd., Lapeer. Details: 810664-9222.

EVERY THIRD THURSDAY Scrabble Club meetings 5-7:45 p.m. at the Marguerite deAngeli Library. Bring your Scrabble board and a clock if possible.

Details: Renee, 810-667-7096.

SECOND, FOURTH FRIDAYS Euchre tournament at VFW Post 4139, 128 Daley Rd., Mayfield Township, at 7 p.m.

Cost is $7. Details: 810-664-9222.

SECOND, THIRD, FOURTH THURSDAYS Darts at VFW Post 4139, 128 Daley Rd., Mayfield Township, at 7 p.m. Cost is $5.

Details: 810-664-9222.

FIRST SATURDAYS Chess players social from 1-3 p.m. at River Street Music & Café, 454 W. Nepessing St., Lapeer. Details: 810-667-9300.

SECOND SATURDAYS Euchre Night hosted by the Almont Lions Club at the hall, 222 Water St., Almont. Doors open at 6 p.m. and play begins at 7 p.m. Cost is $15 per person.

Identification required. Proceeds benefit humanitarian projects. Details: Don, 810798-9609.

Euchre tournament at Sacred Heart Church, 700 Maple Vista St., Imlay City.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m., games begin at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $10. Details: 810-798-2214.

THIRD SUNDAYS Bunco starting at 1 p.m. at VFW Post 4139, 128 Daley Rd., Mayfield Township.

Cost is $5, draw for partner. Details: 810664-9222.

Church WEDNESDAYS Word of Life Club, 6:30-8 p.m., at Calvary Bible Church, 923 S. Main St., Lapeer. For grades 7-12. Details: 810-6642838.

Adult Bible Study, youth group, Discipleland children’s ministry and nursery, 7 p.m. Wednesdays at Faith Christian Family Church, 3440 Davison Rd. Details: 810-667-0075.

2911 Youth, games and worship for kids ages 13-18 at 7 p.m. at New Life Christian Church, 4411 Newark Rd. Details: www.newlifechristian.net or 810-724-2702.

Family night at New Life Christian Church, 4411 Newark Rd., at 7 p.m. Details: www.newlifechristian.net or 810-2702.

Youth night at 7 p.m. at Faith Christian Family Church, 3440 Davison Rd., Lapeer.

Details: 810-667-0075.

Divorce Care at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 90 Millville Rd., Lapeer, at 7 p.m.

Details/registration: 810-664-6653.

Knit/Crochet Out of Love (KOOL) ministry meeting from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in room 219 of Grand Blanc Faith Lutheran Church.

Details: Judy Caruso at 810-424-1566.

Free community gym and dodgeball tournament from 8-10:30 p.m. at Victory World Outreach Church, 10291 Green Rd., Goodrich. Activities include basketball, ping pong, fooseball and dodgeball tournaments. Details: 810-636-2100.

MOPS and MOMs Next meetings at the North Branch Wesleyan Church, 3164 North Branch Rd., North Branch, from 9:1511:30 a.m.

THIRD FRIDAYS Dinner, desserts and refreshments at VFW Post 2492, 598 N. Almont Ave., Imlay City, from 4-7 p.m. Cost is $7 per plate, all you can eat. Details: 810-724-1250.

SUNDAY, MAY 15 Lupus Walk in memory of Timberly Ranshaw at Rowden Park. Registration begins at noon. Details: www.milupus.com or 800-705-6677.

SATURDAY, MAY 21 Bowling fundraiser at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. at Gerlach’s Bowling Center, 258 W. Genesee St., Lapeer. Cost is $12 and includes 3 games and a ticket to the silent auction. Proceeds go to Chatfield School’s Relay for Life team. Reservations are due

by May 18. Details: 810-656-8771 or 810-8342633.

Free community shred day at Lapeer County Bank & Trust, 83 W. Nepessing St., Lapeer. The public is welcome to bring documents and papers they wish to have shredded from 9 a.m. to noon. Details: 810245-2950.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, JUNE 3-5

Taking Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) meets every Tuesday at Growth and Opportunity, 525 S. Court St., Lapeer, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Dues are $5 per month.

Details: Cheryl, 810-664-9424.

Duffy Connolly every Wednesday night at The Outer Limits, 8095 N. State Rd., Davison.

Don Capman and Harry Scherer every Wednesday night, 6-9 p.m., at Side Tracks Bar & Grill, 266 Lake Nepessing Road, Lapeer.

SUNDAYS

Library WEDNESDAY, MAY 18 Printing: A Brief History from 6-8 p.m. at Ruth Hughes Memorial Library, 211 N. Almont Ave., Imlay City. Presented by Bill Brabenec. Details: 810-724-8043.

Open jam session for musicians from 711 p.m., at Side Tracks Bar & Grill, 266 Lake Nepessing Rd., Lapeer. Details: 810-6607733.

Singles SECOND FRIDAYS

Markets and expos THURSDAYS North Branch Farm and Flea Market at the North Branch Community Center, 3903 Huron St., North Branch, from 2-7 p.m.

Details: www.northbranchmarket.com or pam@northbranchmarket.com

SUNDAYS Flea Market from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Lapeer American Legion, 1701 W. Genesee St. Breakfast and lunch available. Details: 810-656-4671.

Flea and farmers market at the Lapeer Center Building, 425 County Center St., Lapeer, from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Kitchen serves breakfast and lunch. Details: 810-347-7915.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, MAY 19-20 Marketplace for Missions at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1310 N. Main St., Lapeer. Open Thursday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Includes the Book Nook readers’ bonanza, Treasure Room antiques and collectibles and a bake sale.

All proceeds benefit missions locally and abroad.

Dare-to-Dream Again Christian Singles Dance from 8 p.m.-midnight at the Lapeer Center Building, 425 County Center St., Lapeer. Admission is $8, food and snacks provided. Details: 810-656-8634 or 810-3561745.

LAST SATURDAYS Country Christian Singles dance, 8 p.m.-midnight, at Country Christian Church, 5677 N. Lapeer Rd., Deerfield Township. Festivities are open to singles 21 or older. Cost is $8 for dancing, music, and snacks. Details: 810-793-7417.

Support Groups MONDAYS Getting Free, Staying Free support group for men and women every Monday from 7-9 p.m. at Faith Christian Family Church, Lapeer. Details:810-667-0075.

SECOND MONDAYS Foster, Adoptive and Kinship Parents Support Group, 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Nalo Therapy Center on the second Monday of the month. Details: 810-667-4111.

TUESDAYS

Plant exchange from 10-2 p.m. in front of R. J. Holden and Associates, 16 E. High St., Metamora.

Cruising

FIRST, THIRD MONDAYS

Sexual Assault support group hosted

by LACADA from 6-7:30 p.m. every Tuesday. Details: LACADA, 810-667-4175.

Free Indeed 12 step recovery group at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at Faith Tabernacle, 1225 S. Center Rd., Burton. Details: 810-7430001.

MONDAYS

Meetings Lapeer Lions Club meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Lapeer Center Building, 425 County Center St., Lapeer. Details: 810-724-0818.

Lapeer Car Cruise from 6-9 p.m. in downtown Lapeer. Raffles benefit The Refuge of Lapeer County. No cruises on hol- SECOND MONDAYS iday Mondays: May 30, July 4, Sept. 5.

Meeting of the Almont Community Everyone is welcome.

Historical Society at the museum, 149 S. Main St., Almont, at 7 p.m. Details: Shelley THURSDAYS Henshaw, 810-798-3090 or almonthistoriClassic car meet at Big Boy in Imlay City cal@yahoo.com. from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Details: 810-614-0342.

SUNDAY, MAY 22 Car show with the Deerfield Township Fire Dept. starting at noon at 30 E. Burnside Rd., North Branch. Cost is $10 per car, spectators are free. Event includes live music, food and drinks, raffles and prizes.

Pre-register for $8 before May 18.

SUNDAY, JUNE 12 Car show benefit in downtown Lapeer from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. with the Classic Cruisers Car Club of Lapeer. All proceeds benefit Ava Ferguson, a six year old girl battling cancer. Entrance fee is $10. Entry is free to all 1959 Oldsmobiles.

Food for a Cause WEDNESDAYS AND SUNDAYS Angel Food Ministries orders taken at Goodrich United Methodist Church, 8071 S. State Rd., Goodrich, from 5-6 p.m.

Wednesdays and at 11:15 a.m. Sundays.

Details: www.goodrichumc.org, 810-636-2908 or 810-287-1697.

THIRD THURSDAYS Spaghetti dinner at the Hadley Old Town Hall, 3551 Hadley Rd., from 5-8 p.m.

Proceeds benefit the restoration of the Hadley Mill.

FIRST, THIRD FRIDAYS Fish Fry at the Lapeer VFW, Post 4139, 128 Daley Rd., Mayfield Township, from 5-8 p.m. Cost is $8. Details: 810-664-9222.

FRIDAYS

THIRD FRIDAYS

The Well young adults group for anyone ages 18-30 at 8 p.m. at Faith Christian Family Church, 3440 Davison Rd., Lapeer.

Worship, word and fellowship. Details: 810667-0075.

Dinner and refreshments at VFW Post 2492, 598 N. Almont Ave., Imlay City, 4-7 p.m. All you can eat for $7. Children ages 5 and younger eat free. Details: 810-724-1250.

SATURDAYS

THIRD SATURDAYS

Refreshed Hearts meeting at New Beginnings Family Church, 1066 N. Saginaw St., Lapeer, at 5 p.m. Please use rear entrance. Details: 810-245-3622.

Country Breakfast hosted by the Davison DeMolay at the Davison Masonic Center, 9108 Davison Rd., Davison, from 811 a.m. Cost is $6 for adults, $4 for children ages 5-12 and free for children 4 years and younger. Details: 810-653-3831.

Community

EVERY TUESDAY

SATURDAY, MAY 21

Junior and senior high youth groups at 7 p.m. at Dryden United Methodist Church, 5394 Main St., Dryden.

The Element for adults ages 18-30.

Details: www.newlifechristian.net or 810-7242702.

WEDNESDAYS

Art and History Festival sponsored by the Lapeer Sunrise Kiwanis club. Located on the property surrounding Chatfield School and Mott Community College in Lapeer. Details: 810-834-7029.

THURSDAYS

SUNDAYS

Health and Safety

Sunday, May 15, 2011

FIRST SUNDAYS Pancake Breakfast at the Hadley Old Town Hall from 9 a.m.-noon, hosted by the Hadley Chamber of Commerce.

MONDAYS

SUNDAY, MAY 22

Sweet Adelines rehearsals from 7-10 p.m. at the Davison Senior Center, 10135 Lapeer Rd., Davison. Details: 810-742-0977 or www.songofthelakes.webs.com.

Spaghetti Dinner to benefit Angie, battling Hodgkin’s lymphoma, from 4-8 p.m. at Hunter’s Creek Community Club House, 725 DeMille Rd., Lapeer. Tickets cost $7.

Details: 810-358-7916 or 810-245-1943.

SECOND TUESDAYS Lapeer County Amateur Radio Club meetings at 7:30 p.m. at the Lapeer County Central Dispatch Center basement, 2332 W. Genesee St., Lapeer.

TUESDAYS Bowling for widowed men and women at noon on Tuesdays, followed by an optional late lunch at Collier Bowling Alley, 879 S. Lapeer Rd., Oxford. Cost is $2 per game plus shoe rental. Details: Carol, 248628-5437 or Janet, 248-877-6692.

FIRST TUESDAYS Caring Together support group, 3-4 p.m., at Devonshire Retirement Village, 155 Devonshire Dr., Lapeer. Details: 810-2457689.

SECOND TUESDAYS

Imlay City MOPS meetings from 9:3011:30 a.m. Mothers of children 5 years old and younger welcome. Childcare is provided. Details: 810-724-4315.

Lupus Support Group for lupus patients, family, friends and caregivers at the Lapeer Regional Medical Center, 1375 N. Main St., Lapeer, conference rooms 4 and 5 from 7-8:30 p.m. Details: 800-705-6677, 586-775-8310 or info@milupus.org.

FOURTH TUESDAYS

LAST TUESDAYS

2ND, 4TH TUESDAYS

Retired hospital employees meeting at 12:30 p.m. at Empire Wok, 325 E. Genesee St., Lapeer. Open to any former employee of Lapeer Regional Hospital.

WEDNESDAYS Lapeer TOPS 888 meetings at the Masonic Temple, 1685 N. Saginaw St., Lapeer. Weigh-in from 8:30-9:30 a.m. meeting from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Details: Linda, 810245-3955 or Lois, 810-245-8674.

Because We Love You We Speak of Diabetes, diabetes caregivers’ support group on the last Tuesday of every month at Marlette Regional Hospital. Details: 989635-4348.

WEDNESDAYS Domestic violence support group hosted by LACADA from 6-7:30 p.m. every Wednesday at the outreach, 1127 Clark Rd., Lapeer. Details: LACADA, 810-667-4175.

SECOND WEDNESDAYS Davison book discussion group meeting at 6 p.m. at the Davison Area library.

SECOND THURSDAYS

Message board

Inventors Council of Mid Michigan meeting from 7-9 p.m. at Walli’s Restaurant, 1341 Center Rd., Burton. Cost is $5 for non-members.

Details: www.inventorscouncil.org, 810-397-5200 or 810621-3468.

Bead Guild meeting at the North Branch Library, 6-7:30 p.m. Free lessons, kits for sale. All beading levels welcome. Details: 248-321-8420.

of North Branch and of New York announce their upcoming marriage on May 19, 2011.

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The County Press

12-A • Sunday, May 15, 2011

Middle schoolers visit career fair

Photos by JACOB HUNSANGER

Lapeer County Sheriff’s Deptuy Dave Ferguson (above) talks to eighth grade students at North Branch Middle School about his job. Tracie Taylor (right) of Diamond in the Ruff dog grooming, in North Branch, discusses the requirements of her job.

BY JACOB HUNSANGER 810-452-2609 • jhunsanger @mihomepaper.com

NORTH BRANCH — Students at North Branch Middle School are already thinking about career choices thanks to a two-day career fair. Over a dozen business professionals from a wide range of careers came to the school for the past two Thursdays to speak to students.

Guest speakers included teachers, a nurse, sanitation inspector, dog groomer, cake decorator, and a newspaper writer.

Several law enforcement personnel were also there, including a

corrections officer, state police officer, and Lapeer County sheriff’s deputy.

Students signed up for 30-minute sessions with several of the guest speakers, who talked about what their career is, what they do, and what is needed to get that job. Most of the speakers stressed the importance of excelling in school beginning in middle school and continuing into college.

After each business

SADD organizes mock crash at Dryden High School DRYDEN — Dryden High School’s SADD will host its first ever “mock crash” on Monday, May 23 from 9:30-10:40 a.m. in front of the school on Rochester Road.

Members of the Dryden Police Dept. and Dryden Township Fire Dept. will be involved in this function. In order to make the crash look as authentic as possible a totaled vehicle will be on site along with students and teachers as “crash victims.”

This will give teens an opportunity to have a first-hand look on how serious the effects of destructive driving can be.

Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of deaths among teens in Michigan. In hopes to lower this number, a fake crash will be set up during an assembly of 9-12 grade students. Making a strong and lasting impact, “victims” involved in the crash will continue to go throughout the school day in their crash attire and be silent, as if they were not really there. Along with the wandering “victims” in school the person “responsible” for the accident will be arrested.

For more information, contact Mdemeulenaere@dryden.k12.mi.us or Lauren_munro2003@yahoo.com.

Thompson retirement open house June 9 LAPEER — The community is invited to attend a retirement open house honoring outgoing Lapeer Community Schools Superintendent Debbie Thompson from 36 p.m. Thursday, June 9 at the district’s Administration and Services Center, 250 Second St. in Lapeer.

Thompson is retiring at the conclusion of the current school year in June.

— Jeff Hogan

Alumni Association sets dates for next three luncheons LAPEER — More than 100 Lapeer High School alumni gathered at the Michigan National Guard Armory in Lapeer on May 10 for the group’s bi-monthly gathering.

The alumni luncheons help raise funds for the group’s annual scholarship program and offers a chance for the grads to catch up with longtime friends.

The next three meetings of the Lapeer High School Alumni Association are set for July 12, September 13 and November 8 at the Lapeer Elks, 200 E. Nepessing, Lapeer.

Luncheon costs is $7.50 per person, and advance payment with reservation is required. To make a reservation for upcoming luncheons, call 810-664-4598.

professional finished their speech, students were allowed to ask questions about that vocation. Since the students signed up for the speakers that appealed to them the most, the question and answer periods were lively and fruitful. But for some of the students, the career fair was the first time they began thinking seriously about what they want to do when they grow up.

Obituaries LYLE “WAYNE” DUDLEY, 92, a lifetime area resident of Lapeer, died Sunday, May 8, 2011. He was born November 7, 1918, in Oxford, son to Oxcar Lyle and Emma Tina (Waite) Dudley. Wayne married Margaret A. Stoddard, on May 30, 1940, in Oxford.

He graduated from Dryden High School, class of 1937. Wayne worked for the Lapeer County Road Commission for thirty-five years, retiring in 1975. He was active in the Thornville Baptist Church, a member since 1946 and also an Elder in the Church. Wayne enjoyed wood carving.

He is survived by his daughters, Marion (Theodore) Navarro of Kalkaska, Ruth (Jerry) Schwartz of Atlanta, MI, Laura (Jack) Mirakian of Lapeer; nine grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; brothers, Gilbert(Shirley) Dennis of Lapeer, Alfred (Marilyn) Dennis of Fairview; and sisterin-law, Marion Schwandt of Rochester.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Dudley on April 13, 2011; parents, Oxcar Lyle and Emma Dudley; brother, Grant Dudley; and sisters, Chloe Best, Doris Faulkner and Lucille Hayes.

Memorials may be made to the Thornville Baptist Church or Brian’s House.

The funeral service was held Thursday, May 12, 2011 at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Pastor Fred Leuck officiated. Burial was in Metamora Cemetery.

Muir Brothers Funeral Home - Lapeer Our family serving yours for Generations 810-664-8111 KATHYLEEN M. KOPICKO, 87, of Gladwin, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, May 12, 2011. She was born August 21, 1923, in Flint, daughter to Clarence and Edith June.

She is lovingly remembered by her husband Alexander Kopicko for 61 ? years of a wonderful marriage. She is also survived by son, Leo (Grace) Carpenter; daughter, Evelyn Carpenter; sisters, Joan (William) Hawley, Geraldine Studebaker, Georgia (Harold) Hinebuck, Joyce Parkins; brothers, Virgil June, Warner June; grandchildren, Dennis (Charlene) Comstock, Jodie (Anthony) Scotti; great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her sons, Kenneth Wayne and Kiethe William Carpenter; father, Clarence June; mother, Edith June-Davis; stepfather, George Davis; sisters, Helen June, Claire June, Willowdean Havener; and brothers, Herbert June, Duane June, Hulbert June and Hilbert June.

Friends may visit Sunday, May 15, 2011 from 2:008:00 p.m. at Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors Capstick Chapel, 542 Liberty Park, Lapeer, MI 48446.

A funeral service will take place Monday, May 16, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home.

Burial at Deerfield Cemetery. Memorial donations to: Mid-Michigan Medical Center-Midland 4005 Orchard Drive, Midland, MI 48670.

To place an online condolence please visit www.LynchFamilyFuneralDirectors.com Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors Capstick Chapel — Downtown Lapeer 810-664-8282 “A Family Tradition of Dignified Service”

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Obituaries

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RICHARD “DICK” BAHLS, 85, longtime Lapeer resident, died Monday, May 9, 2011. He was born September 4, 1925, in Akron, Ohio, son to Emil and Bernice (Codney) Bahls. He married Alice Scott, on June 22, 1952, in Detroit.

Mr. Bahls proudly served in the Army Air Corp at the end of World War II. Dick received his law degree from the University of Michigan. Mr. Bahls was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Lapeer, the Elks Club, Kiwanas Club, Michigan Credit Union League and Past President of the Lapeer County Historical Society.

Mr. Bahls was an attorney in Lapeer for over 40 years, serving at one time as the City of Lapeer’s attorney. He was an avid history buff and book collector.

Dick is survived by his wife, Alice of Lapeer; sons, Thomas (Betsey) Bahls of Gaithersburg, Maryland, Christopher (David Muller) Bahls of Van Nuys, California; and grandchildren, Erica, Scott and Andrew.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Please in lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Lapeer Historical Society or the Lapeer County Bar Association Scholarship Fund.

The funeral service was held Thursday, May 12, 2011 at the First Presbyterian Church in Lapeer, Rev. Todd Smith officiated, burial was at Mt. Hope Cemetery.

Muir Brothers Funeral Home - Lapeer Our family serving yours for Generations 810-664-8111

JACKIE WOLLMAN, 72, of Columbiaville, formerly of Oxford, went home to be with the Lord, Friday, May 6, 2011.

She was the loving mother of Mickey Sue (Rider) Walker, Tina Marie Rider, Lewis Rider and his wife Tammy, Tom E. Rider and his wife Trina, Toni (Folster) Meehan and her husband Toby, Jody Folster and Kelly Folster and Jackie Perry. She was a devoted grandmother of Dena, Don, Dennis, Devon, Mitch, Tom Jr., Ryan, Meghan, Jared, Cole, Megan, Cayden, Ryan and Shawn. She is also survived by 9 great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association.

Funeral from Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors Bossardet Chapel, Oxford, was held Tuesday, May 10, 2011.

EVELYN EILERS HECK STOUTENBURG, 93, passed away Thursday, May 5th, at the home of her daughter. Born in Nebraska, on September 15, 1917, Evelyn moved to Michigan as a young woman. She married Herman Heck on May 10, 1941. They spent most of their adult lives in Lapeer, where Evelyn operated a licensed day care in their home, and they were long-time members of St. Paul Lutheran Church.

After Herman passed away in 1977, Evelyn later married Robert Stoutenburg in 1982, and they spent 16 years together before his death in 1999.

Evelyn is survived by her daughter, Connie Henne (Paul) of North Branch; her son, Alan Heck (Deborah) of Lapeer; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a sister, Ruth Johns of Waterford; and a multitude of nephews, nieces and cousins.

In addition to her husbands, she was preceded in death by her parents, John and Gesene Eilers; three brothers; and three sisters.

Memorials may be made to the St. Paul Lutheran Church memorial garden or to McLaren Hospice.

A funeral service was held on Monday, May 9, 2011 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Lapeer. Pastor John Kaiser officiated. Burial was at Mt. Hope Cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors Capstick Chapel, 542 Liberty Park Lapeer, MI 48446.

To place an online condolence please visit www.lynchfamilyfuneraldirectors.com.

Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors Capstick Chapel — Downtown Lapeer 810-664-8282 “A Family Tradition of Dignified Service” GEORGE EDWARD DILLER, age 79, of Atlanta, Mich., (formerly of North Branch) passed away on May 8, 2011.

He was born June 20, 1931 in Tuscola County to Melvin and Ethel (Lennox) Diller. He married Eleanor Mae Eberle on November 20, 1954.

He served in the United States Marine Corp during the Korean War. George was a carpenter and had his own family business with his sons. He also had worked at General Motors and farmed in the North Branch area for many years before retiring to Atlanta, Mich.

George enjoyed watching old western movies, deer hunting, collecting guns and especially spending time with his family.

Left to treasure his memory is his wife of 56 years, Eleanor Diller of Atlanta; five sons, Erwin Diller of Atlanta, Edward Diller of North Branch, Earl (Debbie) Diller of North Branch, Erin (Dawn) Diller of Brown City, Walter (Tracey) Diller of Silverwood, and one daughter, Ethel (Kent Sayers) Norris of Caro; 30 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two sisters; Louise Pasternak of North Branch and Lula (Clare) Patrick of North Branch; brother and sister-inlaw Clifford and Virginia Eberle of Pontiac, sister-in-laws Gloria Eberle of Waterford and Evelyn Eberle of Largo, Florida; many nieces and nephews; special niece Judy Pasternak and special friends John and Rose Hudson.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother Melvin, sister and brother-in-law Sally and Harry Passingham; sister and brother-in-law Dot and Henry Cross and brother-in-laws; Fred Pasternak, Al Eberle and Dan Eberle.

A service for family was held on May 9, 2011 at Green Funeral Home in Atlanta with cremation following. A memorial service is planned for Saturday, June 18, 2011 at 11 a.m. at Wesleyan Church in North Branch followed by a graveside service at Dawn Memorial in Elba.

Arrangements by Green Funeral Homes, Atlanta.

Condolence messages for the family can be sent via website www.greenfuneralhomes.com ROGER S. BAILEY, 70, a 28 year resident of Almont, passed away on Wednesday, May 11, 2011 at his home in Almont. Roger was born July 21, 1940 in Addison, MI. He married the former Christine Young, on March 29, 1975, at the First Methodist Church, in Detroit.

Roger graduated from Hillsdale College with a teaching degree and received his Masters Degree in Education from Eastern Michigan University. Roger then taught social studies at Kelley Jr. High in East Detroit for many years before retiring in 1985. Upon retiring, Roger worked from his home, selling Elvis Memorabilia and mail order collectables.

Roger is survived by his wife, Christine of Almont; and children, Robert (Shelley) Bailey , Lori (Paul) VanDyker , Lisa (Richard) Jackson, Jennifer (John Kacir) Rogers , David (Erin) Rogers , Andrea (Donald) Kerby, and Ellen (Allan) Harry both of Almont. He is also survived by 19 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; along with one brother, James Bailey of Lake Somerset, MI. Roger was preceded in death by his daughter, Leigh E. Rogers.

Donations to the Humane Society would be appreciated.

Funeral services took place on Saturday, May 14, 2011 at the Henry M. Malburg Funeral Home of Romeo.

Pastor Eric Majeski of Grace Lutheran Fellowship of Romeo officiated. Burial took place at Resurrection Cemetery in Clinton Township.

WENDY MICHELLE CARR, 40, a 14 year resident of Lapeer, formerly of Cass City, passed away Saturday, May 7, 2011. She was born May 5, 1971, in Cass City, daughter to Richard and Karen (Beck) Walker. She married Brett Carr on November 8, 1996.

Wendy graduated from Cass City High School, class of 1989. She was an assisted living aide for Oak Hill Adult Foster Care in Attica.

She is survived by her husband, Brett Carr of Lapeer; children, Jaron (Ashley) Walker of Lapeer, McKenna Carr of Lapeer, McLyne Carr of Lapeer; grandchild, Addison; father, Richard Walker of Cass City; sister, Lori Walker of Cass City; sister-in-law, Wendy (Rob) Robitaille of Northville; mother-in-law, Linda (Mike) Rogers of Lapeer; father-in-law, Jim (Sue) Carr of Fairview; and several nieces and nephews, Trevyn, Austin, Karen, Savannah, and Brianna.

She was preceded in death by infant son, Jacob Carr; and mother, Karen Walker.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family.

A funeral service will be held Wednesday, May 11, 2011 at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Pastor Todd Smith officiated and burial was in Attica Township Cemetery, Attica.

Muir Brothers Funeral Home - Lapeer Our family serving yours for Generations 810-664-8111 DALE E. MCMULLEN, 77, of Lapeer, formerly of Flint, passed away Sunday, May 8, 2011.

He was born November 21, 1933, in West Branch, MI, son to Walter and Edith McMullen.

He loyally served his country as an Aviation Mechanic in the United States Air Force from 1953 to 1957. Dale worked at AC Spark Plug / Delphi for 48 years as a Master Electrician. He enjoyed boating, fishing, hunting, Tigerís baseball and was an avid cribbage player. Dale was best known around Lapeer for his love for bee keeping.

He is survived by his wife, Sharon Lakics McMullen who he married in 1971; sons, Kenneth McMullen of Glennie, Keith (Candy) McMullen of Otter Lake, Mike Glover of Lapeer; daughter, Susan (Ronald) Ball of Clio; 8 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; and also many nieces and nephews.

A funeral services took place Thursday, May 12, 2011 at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home Capstick Chapel.

Burial was at Imlay Township Cemetery with the Auspices of the American Legion Lapeer Post #16 performing military honors.

To place an online condolence please visit www.LynchFamilyFuneralDirectors.com Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors Capstick Chapel — Downtown Lapeer 810-664-8282 “A Family Tradition of Dignified Service” BEATRICE IRENE KAGE, 82, of Lapeer, died Thursday, May 12, 2011. Bea was born April 1, 1929, in Attica, to Thomas and Grace (McPhail) McCoy. She married Earl W. Kage, on January 12, 1949, in Lapeer.

Mrs. Kage worked many years for Lapeer Public Schools, at Lapeer West and Maplegrove Elementary School, where she was Head Cook. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Lapeer for over 60 years, Bea often worked at the Soup Kitchen at the church. She was also a member of the Red Hat Society. Most importantly Mrs. Kage was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.

She is survived by her children, Marilyn (Perry) Heckman of Lapeer, Jim (Anna) Kage of Lapeer, Gary (Cathy) Kage of Ortonville, Terry (Mary) Kage of Marlette; eleven grandchildren; many great grandchildren; and sisters, Isabell Gallandt of Pinconning and Judy Kerspilo of Columbiaville.

Beatrice was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Kage; son, Earl Kage, Jr.; parents, Thomas and Grace McCoy; and siblings, Maxine Allison, Thomas McCoy and Susann Standel.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church in Lapeer.

Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 pm Sunday, May 15, 2011 at Muir Brothers Funeral Home in Lapeer.

Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Monday, May 16, 2011 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Lapeer, Rev. Mark Gilson and Rev. Marvin Ramthun officiating, with burial to follow in Attica Township Cemetery.

Muir Brothers Funeral Home - Lapeer Our family serving yours for Generations 810-664-8111

To place an obituary, call Jessica at 810-452-2637

Serving aces Area tennis teams begin regional play May 19-20.

See the preview in Wednesday’s edition.

SPORTS

B Sunday, May 15, 2011

Photo by LISA PAINE

Brown City’s Aaron McIntosh took a lead off first base, while Marlette’s Brent Speer carefully watching the bag.

Red Raiders fall to Brown City

BY SPORTS STAFF

BROWN CITY —The Green Devils played a doubleheader last Thursday against GTC-East rival Marlette, opening up the twin bill with a 9-5 win.

Marlette opened the game on a good note, when Justin Carello sent one over the fence. However, Andrew Knox would settle in and hold on for the victory. Ryan Jurgess earned the save, and was also 2-for-4 at the plate, bringing in an RBI. Nate Primeau was 2-for4, belting in three RBI. “We came back in the bottom of the first inning, and scored four times, and scattered five more runs throughout the game,” said coach Jesse VanBuskirk.

The nighcap would end in a rare tie, 8-8. Marlette jumped to an early lead, but the deficit was erased in the fourth, and the bats continued to produce through the sixth inning.

Marlette would tie it back up,

which led to the eventual 8-8 final. Primeau and Charles Baird were each 3-for-4.

“Marlette is well coached and he never lets them believe they are out of it and they play that way,” said VanBuskirk.

Brown City’s luck wasn’t as good the day before, as they were swept by Imlay City on Wednesday. The Green Devils were only able to muster up five hits in the opener. Jurgess’ home run was the long score as Brown City fell, 11-1.

“We came out flat after a good outing on Monday and just could not get our bats going,” said VanBuskirk. “We committed five errors, and you can’t do that against good teams.”

Their performance in the nightcap was much better, but still suffered a 7-4 setback.

Jurgess and Quintin Pavel each had two hits on three at bats, which were the only four Brown City hits in the game.

“We started out the same way

as the first game; flat, but started to come alive at the end of the game, scoring three in the final inning,” said Van Buskirk.

“The kids played hard and did not quit; they have a lot of heart.” — B.P.

ALMONT The Raiders traveled to Cros-Lex on Thursday for a Blue Water Area Conference doubleheader and dropped game one, 11-3, before taking game two, 9-3. Almont returns to the diamond on Tuesday when they travel to Richmond.

— E.H.

DRYDEN The Cardinals took a pair of three-innings matchups from Hamady in Genesee Area Conference-Blue play last Thursday, winning game one, 17-0, and game two, 15-0.

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Marlette takes down young Lady Green Devils

BY SPORTS STAFF

BROWN CITY — The 2011 varsity girls’ soccer season has been a challenging one for first year Brown City head coach Nikki Sanchez. She’s spent a bulk of the season teaching athletes and coaches alike the value of hard work, effort and heart in the face of an adversity that at times may have been just a little bit overwhelming. Marlette’s visit for a Greater Thumb ConferenceEast contest last Wednesday was no different, ending in a, 5-0, defeat for Brown City amidst a 16 save performance by goalie Jolene Cooper.

“It’s basically the same with every team we come up against. I have four players who have never touched a soccer ball before and three of

them are starters,” said coach Nikki Sanchez. “We’ve got six or seven girls who really have to carry us. We are inexperienced, but we have an excellent team. We aren’t playing bad but we’re playing teams that have a bench with 12 or 13 players and I have two or three. Other teams substitute entire lines, but this squad is getting better as the season goes on and I wouldn’t change a thing.”

Having won just one game this year, the Lady Green Devils hit the road to play at Memphis on Wednesday, Sandusky on May 23 and Bad Axe on May 26. Marlette was at the Cros-Lex tournament last Saturday, on Wednesday the team hosts Sandusky and on May 20 the Lady Red Raiders are at USA. — M.S.

Photo by DAN NILSEN

Marlette’s Taylor Mock (left) and Becca Spinks tangle with Brown City’s Taylor Bissett (headband) and Emily Weber in Wednesday’s game at Brown City.

IMLAY CITY In Blue Water Area Conference competition, the Lady Spartans traveled to Capac last Thursday, winning, 7-1. The difference for Imlay City was Morgan Lee with four goals and scoring once each were Celene Baragan, Kim Biazza and Emily Job, who also had two assists.

Defensively, the Lady Spartans got nine saves from goaltender Alivia Hibbler and coming through with an assist apiece were Chelsea Moore and Erika Zuhlke.

Imlay City was at Clio yesterady. — M.S.

LAPEER EAST The Lady Eagles stood alone in first place at the halfway point of the Metro League soccer season after beating Brandon, 3-0, Wednesday at Optimist Field 10. East was 4-0 at that point (9-0-3 overall) and hosted Holly on Friday.

After a scoreless first half in which the Lady Eagles swarmed the Brandon goal, East broke through for three goals in a span of three minutes to start the second half.

Brittany Morrell started it, beating a Brandon defender and firing the ball across the goal mouth, where it deflected off and another Blackhawk defender and into the net.

Dayna McIntyre then beat a Brandon defender one minute later and found Ariana Donahue in the box for the second goal. Donahue capped the scoring less than a minute

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Brown City catcher Vicki VanHorn warmed up Jennifer McClelland midway through the first game last Thursday.

Lady Green Devils split with Marlette

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BROWN CITY — The ladder to the top of the Greater Thumb Conference-East varsity softball standings has been jam packed with quality teams properly executing their game plans this year, and last Thursday was no exception when Marlette made the journey over to Brown City to play two. In the end the race for area bragging rights and league supremacy was a wash, though, as Marlette won the first game, 3-2, while Brown City swiped the second, 2-0.

In the initial contest Jennifer McClelland was in the circle for the Lady Green Devils, giving up no earned runs on four hits and nine strikeouts to get pinned with the decision.

McClelland was also on her game at the plate with a triple and two singles in three at-bats and knocking a solo homerun was Ashleigh Blovsky.

Angela King got the win for the Red Raiders scattering just six hits, backed up by fine defensive plays, said coach Duane Pitts. At the plate, Kelsey Roggenbuck had two hits, while singles were hit by Renae Fischer, Marissa Perez, Jenna Hirsch and Olivia Franzel.

As for the nightcap, McClelland kept things going for Brown City at 2-for-3 with an RBI and Allysa Ambu held Marlette to just one hit with nine strikeouts to earn the victory.

Amber Fischer took the loss for Marlette and Pitts pointed out that an unfortunate communication error on a popup ended up being the difference in this game.

“Our lack of hitting and run support for our pitchers was very evident in this contest,” Pitts said. “We have to look to improve upon game two performances.”

With the win the Lady Green Devils stayed one game up on the Lady Raiders in league play. Brown City, 14-4 overall, 7-1 GTC-East, hosts Armada on Monday. Marlette was at Mt. Morris yesterday. — M.S./L.P.

DRYDEN The Cardinals simply overpowered Flint Hamady last Thursday, taking the opener, 18-1, and the nightcap, 16-1.

Sarah Abbott picked up the win in game one on three hits and two strikeouts.

“We hit the ball well,” said Dryden coach Gary Maynard.

Key at the plate were Amy Kaltz with two doubles, Angelica Watson had a double and a triple, Anne Lund hit two singles and Raylynn Gregg had a double and a triple. Jenna Pokriefka had a double and a single and Rhiannon Pokriefka had two singles.

Katie Murphy earned the nightcap win on two hits, five strikeouts and two walks. Devon Keeler had three singles and one triple, Kaltz had a single and a double, Murphy connected on two triples and Rhiannon Pokriefka had two singles.

Shalyn McCullough had a single and a triple and Lauren Rheaume hit a single and a triple.

“It was a great team effort,” Maynard added. — L.P.

LAPEER WEST The Panthers hosted Linden for a Metro League tilt on Thursday and came away with 3-1 and 6-3 victories.

West scored two runs in the third and added one more in the fifth to lead 3-0 before the Eagles added one in the seventh. Jessica Bryant picked up the victory for the Panthers giving up two hits, one walk and one run while striking out nine.

Hannah Gauthier led the offense with two hits and three RBI while Bria DeBono chipped in with one hit.

Game two saw West once again jump out to a lead Linden could not overcome. The Panthers scored four in the fourth and two in the fifth before the Eagles made it a game with three in the sixth.

Justina Saltarelli went the distance for the victory as she gave up four hits and two walks. The Panthers committed three errors which led to all of Linden’s runs. Gautheir and Kaylyn Buzzel came through with two hits and one RBI while Haley Byard had one hit and two RBI and Rachel Grobbel added two hits.

West, 16-5 overall, 9-1 Metro, host Holly tomorrow and

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2-B • Sunday, May 15, 2011

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Panthers downed by ranked opponent

Making the cut

BY MICHAEL SELECKY 810-452-2632 • mselecky@mihomepaper.com

Photo coutesy Andy Roberts

The Lapeer West boys' varsity basketball team was recognized recently by the Michigan Basketball Coaches Association for having the 10th best free throw shooting percentage in the state. A plaque was presented to the team by Coach Andy Roberts after her received it from the state on May 4. — L.P.

LAPEER — While the torrential rains and poor field conditions that plagued area teams earlier this season has finally subsided, the effects of that time period are still being felt as games from much earlier in the year are finally taking place.

That’s exactly what happened when Flint Powers, the 18th ranked varsity lacrosse team in the state according to laxpower.com, came to Lapeer West last Thursday for a contest that was originally scheduled to be the season opener on March 23, beating the Panthers, 15-1.

“Our roster is still a short due to injuries so our middie leg power for

transition suffered early and Powers dominated possession the entire game,” said West coach William Krehel. “The Panthers’ defense line-up of Harry Andrezik, David Price, Michael Bommarito, Jose Rodriquez and Geoff Mair played extremely well the entire game.”

With Powers taking 53 shots for the game to seven for West, it was attackman Ryan Tuckfield who scored the Panthers only goal on the assist by freshman Michael Tuckfield late in the second quarter and making a school-record 38 saves in net was goaltender Nathan Richards.

Lapeer West hosts Bay City Western yesterday and Walled Lake Central is at the Panthers on Monday.

Area Briefs an excellent addition to ICCS and is truly making a positive impact on our students and our athletic programs. His work ethic and dedication to our students and district are both outstanding.” — E.H.

Sports physicals being offered

The 12U Michigan Young Guns

Youth baseball squad brings home the gold AREAWIDE — The 12U Michigan Young Guns took first place in Tag’s Early Bird Challenge in Hartland on May 1. The Young Guns won the championship game, 8-6.

Team members include: Eddie Brecht, Mitchel Bonner, Hayden Wolf, Dillon Kruse, Zeno Vettese, Brendan Ecker, Dakota Dufort, Daniel Deblauwe, Carson Kempa, Zach Vanwarmer and Joey Gildner. The team is coached by Matt Vanwarmer, Karl Wolf, John Gildner and Tim Dufort. — E.H.

IMLAY CITY — Students interested in playing sports for the 2011-12 school year need a sports physical on file and the high school is is hosting a clinic on June 1 from 2:30-6 p.m. at the North entrance. The cost is $15 and checks need to be written to Dr. Wurster.

Parent attendance for the clinic is not required but a physical card must be filled out. Students will not be seen unless the card is complete and signed by a parent. — E.H. LAPEER — The Lapeer Regional Physical Therapy Center will be giving sports physicals to students on June 8 beginning at 5 p.m. The cost is $20 and good for the entire 2011-12 sports year. — E.H.

Baseball league needs sponsors Second annual All-Star game AREAWIDE — The Second Annual Southeast Michigan High School All-Star Baseball game will be held at Sanborn Park on June 16 at 6 p.m. The event will be free and open to the public, though donations will be accepted. Any proceeds will be donated to the St. Clair Community College baseball program.

The game will feature 45 high school seniors from 30 high schools.

The players must be nominated by their high school coach and selected by a committee of coaches and game organizers.

The event drew approximately 300 spectators last year, but is expected to increase as college coaches from Michigan, Ohio and Indiana have been invited to attend.

Each player will receive a souvenir jersey and the Most Valuable Player from each squad will receive a trophy. Details: www.semabaseball.com.

— E.H.

Dare Devil Dash BROWN CITY — A 5k foot race is being held at Brown City Park on July 30. The Dare Devil Dash will pit runners against mud, water and over a dozen obstacles on their way to the finish line. There will also be a one-mile obstacle run for kids ages 8-12. Pre-registration is required with fees at $10 for kids 8-12, $35 for individuals and $100 for teams.

All proceeds benefit the programs and services of the Sanilac County Kids’ Connection. Details:

Soccer

810-648-9395 or www.GoRaceGo.com or www.daredevildash.com.

— E.H.

Gauthier to be honored at banquet IMLAY CITY — Don Gauthier, boys’ varsity basketball coach at Imlay City, has been named the Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Region 11 Basketball Coach of the Year. Region 11 includes all of Genesee, Lapeer and Sanilac Counties. He will be honored at the BCAM Hall of Fame Banquet in September.

“I’m extremely proud of the work Don is doing both on the basketball court and in the Athletic Director’s office,” said Imlay City High School principal Stu Cameron. “He’s been

TEETIME SATURDAY, MAY 21 Joe Johnson Memorial Golf Outing at SUGARBUSH GOLF CLUB. Registration is at 8-8:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. $49 per golfer.

SATURDAY, MAY 21 The Richfield Renegades 12-year-olds baseball team has a chance to compete at the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y. this summer and is holding a golf outing at the LAPEER COUNTRY CLUB, 3786 Hunt Rd., Lapeer to help Football coach needed finance the trip. Shotgun start at 8 a.m. with a fee LAPEER — Rolland-Warner of $75 per person or $300 Middle School is looking for a head per team. Golf cart, lunch assistant football coach for the and prizes. For details upcoming season. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest contact Bob McNabb at 810-658-9191 or Vicki to the athletic department by May Smith at 810-252-4896.

17. — E.H.

LAPEER — The Lapeer Soccer Club is holding tryouts for its youth travel soccer teams on June 18 at the Optimist Fields. The Lapeer Bandits (girls) are holding tryouts at 12 p.m. and the Lapeer Renegades (boys) are holding tryouts at 2 p.m.

The teams compete in the MidMichigan League and are open to children ages 8-13.

Each perspective player should bring water, shin guards, soccer shoes, birth certificate, medical insurance, doctor information and two current pictures of the player.

Details: 810-441-5389 or 586-2424053. — E.H.

SATURDAY, MAY 21 The 10th annual Lapeer County Hockey Association Golf Outing will take place at METAMORA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB. The 4 person scramble will start at 1 p.m. The fee of $85 includes golf cart, range balls, cookout dinner & prizes. Tee signs avail. for $75 per sign. Proceeds benefit the LCHA’s youth program. For more information call Chris Baker at 810-664-9883 or Bill Gibbons at 810-845-1914.

SATURDAY, MAY 21 The Sixth annual Adopt-A-Pet golf scramble will be held at THE JEWEL OF GRAND BLANC. Shotgun start is at 2 p.m.

The cost is $75 per person which includes golf cart, lunch and dinner.

For more information or to register call 810-6290723.

LAPEER WEST

The Panthers fell to Metro League rival Linden on from page 1B Thursday, 3-0.

Mary-Kathryn Fiebernitz later when she beat two scored on two free kicks foldefenders and scored unassist- lowing Lapeer West penalties ed. East surrendered only one to put the game out of reach. shot on goal.

On Tuesday, the Panthers “I liked how we stayed pertraveled to Romeo for a makesistent in our attempt to get up game originally slated for goals,” said East coach Chad March 28. West fell behind Kenny. “We had lots of opporearly, 3-1, but scored four tunities in the first half, but unanswered goals to pick up sometimes they just don’t go the 5-3 victory. in. Instead of becoming frusShannon Brown led the trated, our kids continued to Panthers with a hat trick. do things the right way and it West, 7-4-1 overall, hosts finally paid off.” — D.N. Holly tomorrow and travels to Clio on Wednesday. — E.H.

The Panthers’ Michael Bommarito looks to pass.

IMLAY CITY — The Imlay City Boys Baseball program is in search of two business sponsors for the 2011 All-Star Tournament that takes place July 8-10 at the middle school.

Team sponsorships fees are $250 and the tax deductible sponsorship provides T-shirt, hat and sock to each player. Details: 810-724-3121. — L.P.

Youth soccer tryouts

Don Gauthier

Photo by MICHAEL SELECKY

Photo by MICHAEL SELECKY

West’s Christie Lee earlier this year.

MID-MAY – BEFORE LABOR DAY Golf League for Senior Women is looking for more members. We are enjoyably competitive and love going out to lunch afterwards. We play at MULBERRY HILL GOLF COURSE in northern Oxford. Tee time is 9 a.m., Tuesday mornings. For more information call

Linda at 810-796-3014.

SUNDAY, MAY 22 Corner Pieces Charity Golf Outing will use proceeds from this event to provide training tools for children with autism. The event will take place at the LAPEER COUNTRY CLUB, and will begin at 1 p.m. The outing costs $50 per person or $200 per foursome. Following golf, there will be an auction including a variety of sports and celebrity memorabilia, gift cards and much more. For more information go to www.cornerpieces.org.

SUNDAY, JUNE 5 The Optimist International Junior Golf Championship Qualifier golf event is open to boys and girls ages 10-18 from the Lapeer Area and Michigan District.

Deadline for entry is Friday, May 27. The event will take place at the DAVISON COUNRTY CLUB. Check-in time begins at 11:30 a.m. and the tee times start at noon. Registration for the event is $50 for 18 holes of golf or $40 for nine holes which includes lunch. For more information contact Rick Fleming by calling 248-969-2120.

SATURDAY, JUNE 11 The Lapeer Aerie No. 2427 Golf Outing is a fourperson golf scramble which will take place at the LAPEER COUNTRY CLUB. The event starts at 8:30 with a cost for the outing of $65 per person or $260 per team. The cost includes a golf cart, hot dogs, steak dinner, and a two drink ticket.

Prizes for a variety of course games will be presented. For information or to register contact Mat Viviano or Jackie Smith at 810-664-2812.

SATURDAY, JUNE 25 Brandon Carr Golf Scramble at SUGARBUSH GOLF CLUB, Davison. For details e-mail asportsmom@comcast.net or call Tawana Branch at 810-201-6929.

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Outdoors

Banquet to raise money for wild turkey habitat ELBA TWP. — Food, fun, fellowship and fundraising are set as the main events at the 10th annual Hunting Heritage Super Fund banquet, hosted by the Lapeer Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation on May 13 at the Lapeer Country Club. Doors open at 6 p.m.

The NWTF’s Hunting Heritage Banquets raise funds for wild turkey conservation while combining a meal with a chance to swap stories with other sportsmen and women.

It’s also an opportunity to Photo by LISA PAINE meet new friends who share a passion for the outdoors, win Young wild turkeys. valuable prizes and purchase items unique to the NWTF. By unique hunting firearms, placing the highest bid or win- knives, wildlife calls, outdoor ning raffle games, attendees equipment and much more. can go home with sporting art, Tickets to the banquet cost

$95 for couples or $65 for singles. Banquet attendees receive an NWTF membership while doing things for wild turkey conservation and the preservation of hunting heritage.

Cost of admission also includes a one-year subscription to Turkey Country, the NWTF’s full-color publication that includes stories about conservation issues, turkey calling and hunting, the NWTF’s education program, JAKES (Juniors Acquiring Knowledge, Ethics and Sportsmanship), Wheelin’ Sportsmen NWTF and Women in the Outdoors outreach programs and much more.

For $370, banquet attendees can become sponsor members and receive the 2011 NWTF

sponsor gift plus a one-year subscription to Turkey Country magazine. Couples’ sponsor tickets cost just $400.

Reserve a corporate table that seats eight people for $1,000.

This price includes one sponsor membership and seven regular memberships.

The NWTF and its members raise money through ticket sales, silent auctions, live auctions and raffles. The money is combined with donations from corporate sponsors and individuals concerned about wildlife conservation.

The NWTF is a national nonprofit conservation organization that was founded in 1973 and has worked with wildlife agencies to restore wild turkey populations from 1.3 million wild turkeys to nearly 7 million

today. Now, NWTF’s volunteers raise funds and work daily to improve critical wildlife habitat, increase access to public hunting land and introduce new people to the outdoors and hunting. Together, the NWTF's partners, sponsors and grassroots members have raised and spent more than $331 million preserving hunting heritage and conserving nearly 15.9 million acres of wildlife habitat.

To join the nation’s most progressive single-species conservation organization at this event, reserve tickets by calling Brent Miller at 712-6601162 or Jodie Miller at 810-3581811.

For more information about the NWTF, call 800 THE-NWTF or visit www.nwtf.org.

TENNIS

Broecker (LW) 7-5, 6-7 (2), 6-3 No. 4 Singles Kayla Morrell (LE) def.

Mackenzie Welker (LW) 6-1, 6-4 Becca Chewning (B) def.

Kayla Morrell (LE) 4-6, 6-3, 6-1 Mackenzie Welker (LW) def.

Angelica James (K) default No. 1 Doubles Schihl/Hall (LE) def.

Peters/Duval (F) 6-2, 6-2 Burgett/Stempien (LW) def.

Bonney/Lee (SC) 6-2, 6-3 Collier/Postimo (H) def.

Schihl/Hall (LE) 6-1, 6-0 Begley/Wilson (B) def.

Burgett/Stempien (LW) 6-4, 6-2 Burgett/Stempien (LW) def.

Schihl/Hall (LE) 2-6, 6-4, 6-1 No. 2 Doubles Vierk/Morrison (LE) def.

Karram/Olney (K) 6-1, 6-1 Hurst/Tigner (LW) def.

VanDuesen/Hines (SC) 6-2, 6-3 Weiss/Crimmins (H) def.

Vierk/Morrison (LE) 6-1, 6-1 Hurst/Tigner (LW) def.

Howe/Beadle (F) 0-6, 6-3, 7-6(4)

Weiss/Crimmins (H) def.

Hurst/Tigner (LW) 6-1, 6-0 Howe/Beadle (F) def.

Vierk/Morrison (LE) 6-7(5), 6-1, 6-4 No. 3 Doubles Munger/Moller (H) def.

Hurst/Prchlik (LW) 6-3, 6-1 Hurst/Prchlik (LW) def.

MeadeParsian (SC) 7-6(3), 6-3 Hurst/Prchlik (LW) def.

Tuttle/Haist (K) 6-4, 6-1 Green/Judge (LE) def.

Green/Hunslinger (C) 3-6, 6-0, 6-2 Chopski/Praedel (F) def.

Green/Judge (LE) 6-4, 2-6, 6-4 Doyen/Jacobi (B) def.

Green/Judge (LE) 1-6, 6-4, 7-6(6) No. 4 Doubles Aderholdt/Clink (H) def.

Barnes/Gish (LW) 6-4, 6-1 Glynn/Higham (SC) def.

Hart/Henson (LE) 6-4, 6-2 Barnes/Gish (LW) def.

Hart/Henson (LE) 6-1, 6-4 Barnes/Gish (LW) def.

Lancaster/Finkbeiner (C) 6-3, 6-1 Hart/Henson (LE) def. E.

Ostrom/W. Ostrom (K) default — B.P.

6, Clio 4, Swartz Creek 2, Kearsley 0 ALMONT No. 1 Singles Sacred Heart 8, Almont 0 Lindsey Weisler (LE) def. **Sacred Heart ranked No. 3 Courtney Welker (LW) 6-1, 6-1 in the state Kendall Stephens (F) def.

No. 1 Singles Brooke Steber Lindsey Weisler (LE) 6-2, 5-7, 6-2 def. by Jessica Davis 6-0, 6-3 Becca De Jorge (SC) def.

No. 2 Singles Sierra Grant def. Courtney Welker (LW) 6-3, 6-3

by Kelsey Hildebrand 6-1, 6-1 No. 2 Singles No. 3 Singles Leah Pilarski Brittany Harvey (C) def. def. by Tyler Papazian by default Emily Prykucki (LW) 6-4, 1-6, 6-0 No. 4 Singles Olivia Papineau Justine Hanson (F) def. def. by Brenna McArthur 6-1, 2-6, Caressa Graves (LE) 6-2, 6-2 6-4 Emily Prykucki (LW) def.

No. 1 Doubles Dayton/Offner Jordan LaForest (K) 3-6, 6-3, 6-3 def. by Nash/Nagle 6-0, 7-5 Caressa Graves (LE) def.

No. 2 Doubles Dobbs/Miller Jordann Greene (SC) 6-1, 6-2 def. by Gerard/Liesveld 6-0, 6-0 No. 3 Singles No. 3 Doubles Burns/Fulton Mallory Pearson (LE) def. def. by Forte/Wilson 6-1, 6-2 Lacie Blood (C) 6-1, 6-1 No. 4 Doubles Fulton/Burns Rachel Broecker (LW) def. def. by Lemon/Spangler 6-4, 6-0 Tabitha Steigerwald (H) 6-1, 6-2 — L.P. Mallory Pearson (LE) def.

Rachel Broecker (LW) 6-0, 6-4 Flint Metro League Tournament Maggie Pooler (F) def.

Holly 14, Fenton 12, Brandon Mallory Pearson (LE) 7-6 (5), 6-2 10, Lapeer East 8, Lapeer West Dani Richards (B) def. Rachel

Baseball

LAPEER EAST

Suspense was in the air when Brandon showed up at East last from page 1B Thursday for a Metro League doubleheader, resulting in a 3-2 Stepping up for Dryden was win for the Eagles to start the Jakob Lucas with a triple, Josh Clark, Evan Paupert, Mike Rinke, night, only to see the Blackhawks stagger back to Nic Schiner, Austin Dunnigan steal an action-packed second and Chad Jordan had a single each and striking out seven and game, 9-8.

In the initial matchup, East walking one to get the decision took leads of 1-0, and, 2-0, in the was Clark. second and third innings to help The second contest saw Tom McCarter get the win with Chris Schenkel and Adam seven hits allowed with five Bulzan team up on the mound strikeouts in six innings of work. for the Cardinals to strikeout seven and walk three, and man- The Eagles also got a solo homerun, a single and two RBI from aging a single apiece were Dunnigan, Clark, Jordan, Schiner, Chaz Hill and McCarter doubled.

The second feature saw Schenkel and Sturza.

Austin Greenleaf hit a double Dryden, 5-5 GAC-Blue, is at and a solo homerun for East, Morrice on Monday. — M.S. clocking a hit and two walks each were McCarter and Hill, and grabbing a hit and two RBI IMLAY CITY was Chad Carson.

Greater Thumb Conference“We are not playing our best East rival Brown City came to baseball defensively, but the town last Thursday for a nonkids found a way to win game league twin bill, falling to the one and came back from a 9-1 Spartans, 11-1, and, 7-4. hole to almost steal game two,” In game one, for Imlay City it said East coach Larry Grumley. was Bryar Alexander who got Lapeer East, 11-3 overall, 7-1 the win after allowing one Metro, was at Cros-Lex last earned run on three hits and no Friday. — M.S. walks with four strikeouts, setting the scene for Ben Rodak to do the same in the nightcap, giv- LAPEER WEST The Panthers took on a tough ing up one earned run on three Linden team last Thursday for a hits and two walks with two Metro League twin bill, battling strikeouts.

The Spartans were led at the hard yet still falling, 10-6, and, 8plate by Tre Harris with a triple, 3.

Having allowed four runs on a double and a single, Rodak three hits, a walk and two hit had a double and two singles, batsmen in the sixth inning after and posting two hits each were entering the stanza up, 4-2, Zach John Loveless and AJ Kanaziz.

Kercehn was solid for West at 3Imlay City was at Mt. Morris for-3 with two runs, Broc Wilson yesterday. — M.S. had a single and a double in four at-bats, and blasting a solo LAKEVILLE homerun in the fifth inning to The Falcons absolutely give the team a two-run lead crushed Beecher in a GAC-Red was Mike Fearson. The later twin bill last Wednesday by a game featured a hit and an RBI total of 43 runs, including, 21-1, apiece from Fearson and in the opener.

Kerchen.

Swinging their way to three In a non-league doubleheader hits each for LakeVille was originally scheduled for April 21, Logan Hicks and Jeremy Voss the Panthers fell to Blue Water and posting two hits apiece Area Conference combatant were Nick Streichert, David Capac, 2-1, last Wednesday in Rutheford, Mike Baier and Scott the opener before coming back Strong, who also got the win. to swipe the second game, 6-1.

In the second contest, the Taking the loss for West in Falcons were on the right side of the initial contest was Mike a 26-3 decision, as Voss came Fearson, Garret Miller then through with three hits and made a relief apperance and three RBI, including a homerun, leading the offense with two hits grabbing two hits each were was Brad Bell. Trevor Schalau, Rutherford and Hicks, and Hunter Sharrard and Tyler notching the victory was pitcher Conzelman were also key to the John Riley. cause for the Panthers with a hit LakeVille was at Mt. Morris each. yesterday. — M.S. Schalau led the hit parade in

game two for West with a hit and two RBI, adding a single and an RBI apiece were Brock Wilson, Zach Kerchen, Spencer Pins and Bell, and clocking a one-hit performance with four strikeouts to grab the completegame victory was Sharrard.

The Panthers host Holly on Monday. — M.S.

MAYVILLE Harbor Beach came into last Thursday’s GTC-East doubleheader undefeated in league play, and that’s exactly how it left after downing the Wildcats, 7-1, and, 4-3.

Putting up hits for Mayville in the first matchup was Eric Dumka, Chris Murawski and Tyler Dunham, who also gave a strong second-game showing on the mound, allowing one earned run on four hits with five strikeouts. At the plate the Wildcats were led by Dakota Walker with two singles and one RBI, and laying down a hit and two RBI was Aaron Mercer.

Mayville hosts Cass City on Thursday. — M.S.

NORTH BRANCH The Broncos were on the road on Thursday, with a twin bill against Essexville Garber, falling in the opener, 10-0.

Jacob Clark started on the mound, pitching the first four innings. Jered Laur closed out the final inning. North Branch totaled just two hits in the game, with singles from Daniel Jacobson and Mike Berlin.

The nightcap would be much closer, but still a loss for the Broncos, 5-1. Jacobson took the loss on the mound. Berlin got a base knock, while Joe Robinson was 2-for-3 with a double, and also scored the only run on the day for the Broncos. — B.P.

PECK The Pirates took on Kingston in a doubleheader last Thursday losing game one, 15-3, before dropping game two, 5-1.

Daniel Parsons took the loss in the opener, giving up six hits, eight walks and 12 runs, though only five were earned. Parsons also led at the plate with one hit and two RBI, while James Logghe added two hits one RBI and one run scored.

In game two, Austin Fackler went the distance on the mound, surrendering 10 hits, two walks and three earned runs. Fackler had two hits and one RBI. — E.H.

TRACK GIRLS 5-11-11 North Branch 72, Birch Run 60 discus 1. Amanda Cranick (NB) 102’8” shot put 1. Amanda Cranick (NB) 37’8.5” 2. Angela Root (NB) 28’5” high jump 1. Brianna McKenna (NB) 4’4” 800 run 1. Sam Griffin (NB) 2:42.60 3200 relay 1. Griffin, Sawgle, McKnight, Verrellan (NB) BOYS 5-11-11 Birch Run 85, North Branch 52 110 hurdles 1. Jordan McNish (NB) 16.84 2. John Utley (NB) 18.61 discus 1. Rusty Cranick (NB)111’8” 300 hurdles 2. Tyler Rea (NB) 47.81 high jump 1. Joey Raymond (NB) 6’2” 2. Aaron Fielder (NB) 6’0” pole vault 1. Russell Lombardo (NB) 10’6” 2. Aaron Fielder (NB) 10’0” 1600 run 2. Leo Juengling (NB) 5:10.46 800 relay 1. Mindelli, Sutter, McNish, Raymond (NB) 1:39.5 800 run 1. Leo Juengling (NB) 2:12.4 — B.P. 5-11-11 Dryden 36, Bentley 74

GOLF GTC-East Jamboree At Greenbrier 5-12-11 Sandusky 173, Mayville 176, Marlette 191, Ubly 191, Brown City 194, Harbor Beach 197.

Mayville Kyle Aiken . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Jake Neighbors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Brandon Baber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Tim Robinson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Tim McComas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Evan Franke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Marlette Cody Newland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Ben Crane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Taylor Chappel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Justin Fischer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Matt Gyomory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Brown City Antonio Sanson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Alec Sajewski . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Morgan Grutsch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Chris Fischer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Trenton Wood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Travis Madison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 BWAC Jamboree At Croswell-Lexington 5-12-11 Croswell-Lexington 163, Yale 167, Capac 170, Imlay City 171, Richmond 175, Armada 178, Almont 184, Algonac 190.

Capac Mike Vollen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Jeff McConnell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Alex Montney. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Justin Heiden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Adam Sermo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Justin Hellebuyck . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

5-11-11 Lapeer East 4, CarmanAinsworth 4 No. 1 Singles Afrah Aslam def.

by Lindsey Weisler (LE) 7-5, 6-3 No. 2 Singles Caressa Graves (LE) def. by Mariam Salman 0-6, 6-2, 5-7 No. 3 Singles Taylor Kost def.

by Mallory Pearson (LE) 6-0, 6-4 No. 4 Singles Taylor McFadden def. by Kayla Morrell (LE) 6-0, 6-0 No. 1 Doubles Schihl/Hall (LE) def. by Wilson/Burnette 6-2, 6-3 No. 2 Doubles Joseph/Sherwin def. by Vierk/Morrison (LE) 6-2, 1-6, 6-1 No. 3 Doubles Judge/Henson (LE) def. by Alatrash/Alexander 6-2, 6-2 No. 4 Doubles Cruttenson/Muller (LE) def. by Park/Khan 7-5, 6-0 — B.P.

Dryden 14, Byron 111 GIRLS 100 hurdles Schenkel 100 dash VanHorn Barnier 800 relay Dryden 400 relay Dryden 300 hurdles Luxgrant Kati B. shot put Smith BOYS Dryden 103, Bentley 25 Dryden 55, Byron 82 3200 relay Dryden 110 hurdles L. Ladner 100 dash VanDaele 800 relay 1600 Huck 400 relay Dryden 400 run Barbret 300 hurdles Ladner 800 run Huck Gierman 200 run VanDaele Gierman 3200 run Andreski 1600 relay Dryden shot put Smith Ladner Flannigan discus Flannigan Smith Otte high jump Dryden long jump Murphy Brenner pole vault Barbret — L.P.

21.67 16:36 15.81 2:12.04 1:01.39 1:00.65 1:00.08 22’.5”

10:35.45 17.71 12.58 1:39.73 5:34.57 48.08 1:06.75 46.14 2:24.46 2:36 25.72 26.72 13:41.71 3:54.44 42’1” 41’7” 37’.5” 105’7.5” 93’2” 86’7” 6’ 18’1” 16’6” 9’6”

Imlay City Brenan Hopkins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Shane Lesniak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Grant Hurford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Mike Bacis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Steve Preisel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Conner Kaikkonen. . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Almont Joe Torres. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Aaron Haley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Brett Gors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Jason McKelvey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Aaron Stanek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Jared Klebba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Clio 157, Lapeer West 163 At Clio Country Club 5-12-11 Chet Ryeson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Jeff Ryeson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Karl Fischer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Myles Burrough . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Swartz Creek 155, Lapeer East 186 At Genesee Valley Meadows 5-11-11 Drake Lamphere . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Adam DeMeyere . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Austin Esser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Henry Peabody . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Rodney Fulcher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Tri-Valley East Jamboree At Caro 5-11-11 4. North Branch 174 Andrew Beckwith . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Joe Schulte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Ethan Deshetsky . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Nick Kreiner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Austen Waterman . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Tyler Vaughn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . — D.N.

4-B • Sunday, May 15, 2011

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BRANDON POPE SPORTS WRITER

Melted ice For the second year in a row, the Red Wings fell in the conference semifinals to the San Jose Sharks.

Although both years had the same result, the Wings wouldn’t go down so easily this time. Falling behind, 3-0, in the series for a second straight year, Detroit scratched and clawed all the way to game seven.

Unfortunately, San Jose was finally able to close it out and advance to the Western Conference Finals to play Vancouver. Tampa Bay and Boston will battle it out for the East title.

Another recent hockey heartbreaker was more close to home. Lapeer native Robert Tadazak was named MVP of the North American Hockey League, as he helped guide the Michigan Warriors all the way to the Robertson Cup Championship Game.

With all the adversity they had to overcome in the post season, it seemed as if destiny was calling the Warriors’ number, especially when they led the Fairbanks Ice Dogs, 21, in the third period of the Championship Game.

Unfortunately, they were not able to hold that lead as Fairbanks ripped off three unanswered goals to secure the Robertson Cup. Although the Warriors are done until fall, there’s still local teams preparing for upcoming action. The Flint Fury and Flint Rampage semi-pro football teams will be opening their season against each other in a non-league game on May 28 at Fenton High, the new home of the Rampage. The Fury will play their home games at Atwood Stadium for the ninth consecutive season.

The NBA Playoffs are well underway, and have been filled with many surprises. The Miami Heat are quieting the critics, or at least for now, as they head to the Eastern Conference Finals to face Chicago, after taking out the veteran Celtics in only five games.

The real shockers, however, are in the West. The two-time defending champion Lakers were ousted in the second round with a sweep by the Dallas Mavericks. Although I was glad to see the Lakers bounced, I was extremely disappointed with the lack of class they displayed toward the end of game four.

Lamar Odom’s ejection wasn’t nearly as bad as Andrew Bynum, who unnecessarily knocked a much smaller J.J. Barea out of mid air, as he came crashing hard to the floor.

His actions were unacceptable, and deserve steeper consequences than a measly game ejection.

With rumors of head coach Phil Jackson’s retirement swirling around, there’s no telling what kind of changes are in store for the Lakers this off-season.

It will be nice to see someone else compete for the Western Conference title. Whether the Mavs get matched up against Oklahoma City, or the surprisingly good Grizzlies, I expect it to be a barnburning series.

On a more tragic note, Detroit native, and former Michigan basketball star, Robert “Tractor” Traylor passed away on Wednesday at the age of 34. He was found dead in his apartment in Puerto Rico, where he had been living and continuing his basketball career.

Authorities believe that a massive heart attack caused the hoop stars’ death.

Photos courtesy North Branch Athletics

John and Linda Kaiser, along with sisters Taylor and Shaye and Rochester coach Eric Sims helped Rayenne Kaiser celebrate her big day last Tuesday.

Grandma Rita Schlaud, mother Johnna, dad Russell, and sister Heather, looked on as Amanda Cranick had her ceremonial signing last Wednesday.

North Branch pair take sports to the collegiate playing field Alma College. Kaiser had her ceremonial signing at the high school last Tuesday, while Cranick was lauded last NORTH BRANCH — One spe- Wednesday.

Kaiser had also considered cialized in just one sport while at North Branch, while the other Concordia, Oakland Community played sports in every available College and Cornerstone University. She had a little help season.

Rayenne Kaiser, a basketball, making her choice.

"My sister (Taylor) goes (to volleyball, softball and track athRochester, but it was just the lete will concentrate on basketbest choice for me when it ball at Rochester College, while comes to living, and money and Amanda Cranick, a talented was the most convenient." track and field athlete will take Kaiser added that the biggest her game to the next level at LISA PAINE 810-452-2626 • lpaine@mihomepaper.com

challenges for her will be in managing her time for classes and studying and others.

"I’m excited to be out on my own and living with my sister and playing with her again, but nervous about money issues," she said.

The intended medical field major will soon be able to make all of those key pieces fall into place.

Cranick, who specializes in discus and shot put considered the University of Detroit-Mercy, but chose Alma for several rea-

sons.

"Not only do they have the program I’m interested in, but they provide me with the opportunity to continue track at the college level," Cranick explained.

Her biggest challenge?

"The level of competition," Cranick said. "But, I am most excited about competing at the college level."

Cranick plans to pursue academics leaning toward exercise and health sciences as she plans to major in pre-physical therapy.

Capac golfer to play at Rochester

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CAPAC — Some high school golfers continue their careers in college with the dream of playing professionally some day. Andrea Hedblad envisions a different path in the sport.

The Capac senior plans on studying hospitality and tourism management in college, with the hope of working in that field in the golf resorts of South Carolina.

She took her first step last Monday by signing a letter of intent to play golf at Rochester College in Rochester Hills.

“I’d like to do that kind of work at a golf course,” Hedblad said.

“Right now I work at Fore Lakes as a banquet server. I really like being involved with weddings and the golf aspect.”

But it’s her talent on

Photo provided

Andrea Hedblad signed her letter Monday, flanked by Capac coach John Hollenbeck (left) and Rochester coach Clayton Bisset and backed by teammates Erin Kerr, Rachel Rose, Alyssa McDonald and Jackie Victor, and parents Diane and Darryl Hedblad.

the course that helped get Hedblad into college.

A four-year varsity letter-

earned the win in the opener on six hits, seven strikeouts and seven walks. from page 1B Kelsey Roloson was 4for-4 and drove in three travel to Clio on runs, Kalee Sevon was 3Thursday. — E.H. for-5 and had two RBI, Shawna Snoblen had two MAYVILLE hits and Tiffany McMullin The Wildcats defeated and Jenna Edwards each Harbor Beach on drove in one run. Other Thursday, 10-0 and 15-0. scattered singles were hit Liz Richardson and

by Allison Gowan and Jordan Dunham combined Micayla Buike. on the mound to let no Deshetsky threw 4-1/3 Harbor Beach players innings in the opener givreach base in game one. ing up seven hits and Kristy Moss had three eight walks before Buike hits, three RBI and a relieved her for the final stolen base while Nicole 2-2/3 innings on three hits Bonds had two hits, one and one walk.

RBI and a stolen base and McMullin and Sevon Hayley Phelps added a were both 3-for-4, Roloson two-RBI triple. and Edwards had two hits Richardson pitched and singles were hit by game two giving up just Snoblen, Buike and two hits. Every Mayville Gowan. — L.P. batter had a hit in the second game with Dunham PECK leading with four RBI. The Pirates hit the road The Wildcats, 9-7 overon Thursday, with a twin all, 5-3 GTC-East, host Cass City on Thursday. — bill at Kingston. Megan Pitts struck out six to help E.H.

Softball

NORTH BRANCH The Lady Broncos swept Essexville-Garber last Thursday, 9-5, and, 10-8.

Michaela Deshetsky

Peck win the opener, 20-16.

Samantha Murray had two singles, two triples, 3 RBI, and four runs scored. Leigh Knox had two singles, a double, a triple, 3 RBI, and two runs scored.

The nightcap would not

winner, she earned the Most Valuable Player Award in 2009 and won

be quite like the first game, as Kingston pulled away, 18-7. Knox had two hits with an RBI, and scored three runs. Samantha Murray knocked in three RBI on two singles.

The Pirates played a doubleheader at home against Akron on Monday, winning the opener in dominant fashion, 18-3.

Megan Pitts got the win for Peck, striking out two.

Mandy Murray got three hits with an RBI and a run, and Samantha Murray had two hits, two RBI and three runs.

The Pirates continued their dominance, as they won the nightcap, 19-0.

Dhooghe got the win as she struck out three. Mandy Murray had two hits with two RBI and two runs.

Crystal Dhooghe also had two hits, with an RBI and two runs.

The Pirates traveled to Port Hope on Thursday, and were swept in the doubleheader. The opener resulted in a 9-0 loss for Peck, with pitcher Nikki Sheldon striking out one in the loss. Murray was the only Pirate with multiple hits, as she had two singles.

The nightcap was no different for Peck, which fell, 16-4. Dhooghe got the start

the team’s Coaches Award last fall. She was Honorable Mention on

the All-Blue Water Area Conference team last season.

Hedblad also drew interest from Spring Arbor, a couple of schools in Chicago and Grand Valley State University.

“Chicago is too far away, and I didn’t want to play golf my freshman year at Grand Valley,” she said. “Rochester was closer, and I just like the feel of the campus. It felt like home, and the people were all very nice.”

Rochester has an enrollment of about 1,000 and competes in Div. 1 of the United States Collegiate Athletic Association. Hedblad knows it will be a big step up from high school.

“The level of intensity will be higher and I’ll be practicing more and playing on a higher field,” she said. “It’s going to be intimidating.”

Photo by MICHAEL SELECKY

North Branch’s Kelsey Roloson waits for her pitch.

Game two for the for the Pirates, allowing Pirates was its lone win on four hits. Murray hit three the day, as it defeated singles and scored a run.

Samantha Murray smacked Carsonville-Port Sanilac, 105. Dhooghe struck out five a triple, and scored a run, for the win. Davis had a while Miranda Davis had a double and two runs and double and a RBI. The Lady Pirates hosted Sheldon went 3-for-3 with three singles and three a tournament on Saturday, runs. winning only one of their The final game of the three games. The Pirates day turned out to be a 20-1 were knocked off in the loss to Deckerville. opener with a 3-2 loss to Samantha Murray had a Deckerville. double, with no Pirates Megan Pitts started on the mound, allowing seven earning multiple hits.

Peck will return to hits and striking out four.

Mandy Murray had another action on Monday against Caseville. The Pirates are good offensive showing, going 3-for-4 with three sin- now 5-9-1 overall, and 4-7-1 in the NCTL. — B.P. gles.

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Computers/Printers/Peripheral Devices/Cartridges/Misc. Computer: Monitors: CTX ultra screen, Motorola alert. Printers: HP Color Laser 4550, HP Deskjet 5550, Toshiba. Scanners: HP Scan Jet 7400C & 5550C, Computer Speakers: Altec - Juster Active - Labtec, Many HP ink cartridges, HP #11 Print Head, Transfer kit. Electronics: XM Satellite radio, Ipod, GPS unit (2), Video camera (2), Portable CD Player, Various video games, Radar detectors, Digital camera (3), In-dash car stereo receivers, Portable radio and speaker set, Baby monitor, Paslode air compressor, Shop vac, 24” electric fan 5’ stand, Xbox 360, Drum kit laser, Fax machine - Cannon CFX-L40000, Fuser kit HP, Overhead projector, Xerox copier, Sharp fax machine (2), IBM typewriter wheel writer.

Jewelry: Watches (Bulova), Rings, Earrings, Costume jewelry (18), Collectable antique coins, Poker chips, Bowling ball, Ceramic pot (shape of cat), Dining plates, Jacket, Shoes, Clock, Copy holder (2), File rack, Foot rest, Globes, Electric meter lamps, Manhole cover, Electrical (receptacles/wire/boxes) , Skycaps, File trays, Fragrance deodorizing system (4). Radio Equipment: Motorola: Two-Way System - (5) Chargers - Pager - Base Station - (12) T 300 Radios- (6) Collar Mics (8) Battery Charger - (3) Synto2 XX Base Station - (2) Quick Mount Rig Radio & (4) Speaker - (5) Mostaia Rig Radio - Model 100 Paging System, Regency MCA611 Scanner. Tools: Stanley tool box, Dewalt demolition hammer, Air tank, Leather belt tool pouch, Various hand tools, Pneumatic impact driver, Pneumatic socket wrench, Bench top drill press, Air driven automotive floor jack, Cushioned clamp, Siemens 30 amp Disconnect, Reddot T’s, Saw box, Craftsman roll around tool box, Cord reel w/65’ 14/3 wire, Generator 4500watt Vnigen w/Briggs motor, 22” 5hp Lawnboy push mower, Electric hedge trimmer 16”, Orange cones. Compact 8 lathe 8hp 24” snow blower Vehicles: 2005 Chevy Tahoe 4dr 2wd white w/gray int 127,413 miles, (3) 2004 Chevy Impalas, (1) 2005 Chevy Impala, (3) 2007 Chevy Impalas all have between 70,000 & 90,000 miles – white, 2001 Chevy Impala (was a chief’s car), 1997 Chevy S-10 Truck 4x4 white ext cab 78,289 miles, DTF cars: 1993 Buick Regal, 2001 BMW 740IL 4dr black 111,340 miles, Miscellaneous Vehicles Parts: tires - auto, truck heavy, front/ (2) New Holland Dsl 4wd rear compartment dividers for 72” frt mt mowers CM274, police cars, Light and heavy truck parts, Passenger car parts, Car and truck starters and alternators, Single cylinder diesel engine, Stortz fittings, Pressure relief intake 5”, 50’ hurst rescue tool hose reel 20’ 6” soft suction hose, 100’ 5” supply hose no-coupling, 25’ 5” supply hose no-coupling, Cabinet - Flammable liquid 4’x4’x16”, 6”x10” hard suction, 2 tier 8’ hose storage rack.

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Estate of Rosemary Herman.

Auctioneer’s Note: A nice group of furniture & antiques. Bring a friend, two auction rings selling simultaneously. Off-road parking. Auction held under tents.

Partial Listing Antique Furniture & Furniture: Oscar Rau’s Wicker Furniture - Sofa, Loveseat, Ottoman, End Table, Coffee Table, Hickory Hill, Furniture Co. Sofa & Loveseat, Sierra Collection Safari Oak Buffet, Keller Buffet. Loveseat w/ Matching Occasional Armchair, Matching Single Bed set, Antique Secretary Desk w/ Chair, Blue Swivel Rocker/Recliner, Victorian Oak Hall Tree w/ Umbrella Rack, White Modern Dining Table w/ 4 chairs, Dining Table w/ leaves and 6 chairs, Rolling Wooden Butler Cart, Breakfast Nook, Table w/ 4 Chairs, China Hutch w/ Glass Doors and Wood Shelves, Antique China Hutch w/ Lock & Key, Antique Dining Table w/ 3 leaves, Stanley Scrolled Oak TV Armoire, Stanley 9 Drawer Dresser, 6 Drawer Dresser, Cedar Chest, 2 - 3 Section, Lawyer’s Bookshelf, Wooden Telephone Stands, 4-Shelf Book Stand Glassware: Haviland China, Copeland Spode England Old Salem, Beleek Cream & Sugars, Noritake Tea Set w/ Gold Trim, Ruby Glass, Milk Glass, Salt & Pepper Shakers Antiques/Collectibles/Dolls: 3 Old ornate rugs - tight woven wool (possibly Persian) - 2 rugs & 1 runner, Matching Floor Rugs, Antique Barometer, Seth Thomas Wall Clock, Major Robert Borg, Framed Print, Several Horseshoe Doorstops, Antique Argus, Camera, Solid Marble Grecian Statue, Antique Scrolled Floor Lamp, Costume Jewelry, Framed Signed Gorilla Print, St. Mary’s, All Wool Blankets, Matching Victorian Man/Woman Lamps, Antique Books, Fox hunt collectibles, Framed Arrowhead Collection, Lure Collection, Framed Dog Tag Collection, Barbie/Ken Dolls in Box, 1966 Wizard of Oz Doll Dorothy, 1991 Gerber Doll, Madame Alexander Dolls in Box 1983, Effanbee Dolls in Box 1983-86, Ashton Drake Dolls in Box Firearms:, Mossberg Mod. 500 12 ga.

Smooth Bore w/ Buck Barrel, Marlin 30x30 Lever Action, Marlin 22 Auto w/ Scope Electronics & Instruments: Apple iMac Computer 1.83 GHZ w/ 17” Screen, HP Pavillion N5415 Laptop w/ Windows XP w/ Software & Canon BJC-85 Bubble Jet Printer, Epson Stylus CX5400 Photocopier/Printer, Brother Intellifax 1270e Fax Machine, Gibson Guitar C-1 Classic #230256 w/ Hard Case, Electric & Acoustic Guitar Tools: Power tools, Modern Steelcraft 3 Drawer Strong Box, 2 Old Wooden Trunks w/ tools.

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ONLINE CONSIGNMENT AUCTION BIDDING OPEN MAY 19TH THRU TUESDAY MAY 24TH Note: Some of the following equipment is selling by order of Secured Creditor and may be subject to redemption by the debtor prior to auction. See website for details. We can place bids for you if you are not online! Call our Office for assistance – (989) 823-8835.

NEXT ONLINE AUCTION: Now Accepting Consignments for Our June Online Auction – We are accepting items beginning June 1st. Call for Details!

TRACTORS – FARM EQUIP. – TRANS PLANTING EQUIP. - SEMI TRACTOR – LAWN EQUIP: (All of This Equip. is Located at the Auction Center for Preview!) 2004 JOHN DEERE 5205 COMPACT 4X4 TRACTOR W/ LOADER, 52 h.p. (Nice Cond.); MCCORMICK W-6 (Nice Cond.); FARMALL “SUPER A”; FARMALL 400 (new engine); 1972 Kubota M4000 D. Tractor; 1963 John Deere 4010D Tractor (has 30 series combine engine w/ 2000 hrs, fresh rebuilt trans.); Farmall 1206D Tractor, 3400 hrs; 2000 Sterling A9513 Semi-Tractor; 2005 Gehl 2580 Round Baler; N.H. 469 Haybine; Kilbros Steel Wagon; 2000 Mechanical Trans Planter Tunnel Layer, Mod#95, 3pt, Ground Drive, 7’; 1996 Mech. Trans Planter 2-Row, Air Planter; 1996 Mech. Trans Planter 1-Row Plug Planter #900; Holland Trans Planter 1-Row, PTO, 3pt; Shop Built 5’ Plastic Layer; Checchi & Magli 3pt. Straight Through Potato Digger, 1 Row, PTO Driven; Maple Ridge Supply Garland Maker; Demco 80 Gal. Sprayer w/ 20’ Boom, 3pt, PTO Roller Pump; 34ft. Grain Elevator; Multivator 7’ Rotovator, 3pt; Multivator 2-Row Rotovator, 3pt; Jari Brushcutter (New); John Deere Z830A Zero-Turn Mower (New Cond.); John Deere X485 Garden Tractor w/ 54” Deck (New Cond.); 2005 Ferris Zero-Turn Mower w/ 61” Deck; Buzz Saw; 10’ Spike Drag; PLUS MORE! CAR – MOTORCYCLE – SCOOTER – J.D. GATOR - BOATS: 1966 Buick Skylark Convertible (Very Nice Restoration); 25th Anniversary 2000 Honda “GoldWing” Motorcycle – 33K Mi. (Nice Cond.); 2008 Heavy-Duty Shenke Moped – 575mi (New Cond.); 1995 J.D. Gator 6x4; 1973 21ft.

Reinell Boat w/ Inboard Motor (Runs Great); 14ft. Flat-bottom fishing boat w/ 15hp Motor; 15ft. Coleman Canoe; JetWave pedal boat; Etc. LOTS OF TOOLS & SHOP EQUIP. - GUNS – ANTIQUES – BARBER CHAIRS FURNITURE – COLLECTIBLES, ETC. See Website for Full List & Photos! Our 10,000 sq. ft. Building is Jam Packed! Come to the Previews to see it in Person!

(989) 823-8835

10 Announcements Openings Available Infant to 12yrs.

Downtown Lapeer Small Wonders Child Care 1st & 2nd shift.

810-664-7009 Wanted: Garden Tractors/Implement s - Case, John Deere, Bolens, Etc. Also Mopeds, ATV’s, Snowblowers, Running Or Not, Call 810-614-7157.

30 Auctions AUCTION, May 21, 10am, 9773 State Rd., Millington. (from I75@Birch Run Rd., go east, 13 miles, south 1/4 mile) Antiques, household, collectable, Complete list/photos: auctionzip.com #6411 Hobo/Tims Auction Ser vice. 989-9128701

90 Other Memorial Weekend Sale!

Baha’s Pond & GardenBarb Hunter. May 2830, 10a-5p, additional hours by chance or appointment. Koi, Goldfish, Pond Supplies, Hostas, Daylilies, Cactus, Succulants & Garden Supplies.

316 Davis Lake Rd. Lapeer. 810664-7531

GARAGE SALES 20 Garage Sales 20 Garage Sales 20 Garage Sales 20 Garage Sales 1070 & 1312 W. Sutton Rd., Metamora, May 19th & 20th, 9-4p., Great Prices. New and Like New Items, Household, Misc., Kids Stuff, Boys Clothing 5-18, Misses, Jr., Ladies & Women’s Plus Clothing, Men’s Sport Coats, Dress Pants, Dress Tux Shirts & Tux Shoes, Oak Rough Saw Cut Lumber, Farmall Cub Tractor.

2682 Long Lake Rd., Lapeer, May 21st., 9a-5p., F u r n i t u r e , Motorcycle, Boat & Motor, Household Items, Toys & Misc.

5779 Cobblestone Dr. North Branch!

May 19th-21st only!

9-5pm Multi-Family!

Oak Roll Top desk, Antique table and mirror, 5.5hp Husky Front Tine Tiller, 2 new 48” Air Hockey tables, Prom dresses size 0-2, Clothing, Electronics, New Skate board ramp and many more new items.

CALL TODAY

810-724-4035

Lake Metamora Sub-Division Sales.

May 21st, 9a-4p.

Located just West of M-24, north of Pratt (4 miles S. of I-69/ 10 minutes Nor th of Oxford) Find sales on Sandy Shore, Pebble Creek, Pratt, Lake Metamora Drive and Farmers Creek.

HUGE Warehouse/ Moving Sale! May 12th-15th.

8a-5p.

Antiques, tools, furniture, household, business/office, children/baby, collectibles, sports, seasonal, clothing, computer, electronics, exercise equipment, art. Many unique items including giant American flag and antique apple press.

RAIN OR SHINE. 2841 Wilder Rd., Metamora. 810-6147556 Rummage Sale Trinity Church, 1310 Main, Lapeer. May 19, 9a-5p. Bag Sale May 20th, 9a-1p.

May 19th-21st, Village of Dryden, 4 Families, Some Antiques, Guys Stuff & Much More.

3875 Pleasant St. Dryden

GOODRICH: HUGE CHILDREN’S SALE 100 families, brand name clothes: New born - teens & maternity, baby furniture, outside play sets, Little Tykes toys, strollers, car seats, videos & more! Wed.May 18Friday May 20, 9a7p, Saturday, May 21, 9a-3p, Lion’s Club, 9196 State Rd. (M-15) Goodrich, 48438, 810-730-4334 For directions only.

HUGE GARAGE SALE!!! May 21&22, 8a-5p. 1521 Deer Path (off McDowell), Lapeer. TONS of baby/toddler/kids items/toys (baby swing, papasan, infant car seat w/2 bases, kitchen outfit with accessories...).

Clothing/Shoes: GIRLS newborn-6T, BOYS newborn12mos. LOTS of maternity clothes, COLLECTION of Snowbabies, Christmas Dishes, Large Diningroom Table w/6 Chairs, Swingset slide and teeter totter, old tires, dehumidifier, window a/c, plus MORE

20 Garage Sales Lapeer, 4626 Trails End, Off of Bassett Rd. Between Oregon/Davison Rd., May 18th, 19th, 20th, 9-5p., New Toilet, Toe Behind Spreader, 3 Drawer Red Tool Box.,Out Door A n t e n n a , Psychology Books, Preemie/Kids Clothes up to 10 yrs. Old, Infant Gear, Toys, Misc., Lots of Stuff To Good To Throw Away.

Metamora, 1059 W. Sutton Rd., May 19th-21st., 9a-4p., Household items, Bedroom, Kitchen & Living room., Lots of Clothes, Girls & Boys.

Women’s Sale!, 4938 Columbiaville Rd. May 19th-20th, 9-5p., Woman’s Clothing, Small to Large, Kids Clothes, End Tables, Hutch, Microwave & Misc.

4 Family Furniture, clothes, Tons of Stuff! May 18-21, 9am., 2022 Roods Lake Rd. Lapeer.

Place Your Garage Sale Ad

810-664-0118

Milnes Ford

Used Sewing Machines. Starting at $50. Large selection of reconditioned machines including embroider y sewing machines. Lapeer Sewing 810-6640941

GIVE US A CALL today, and we’ll help you word your classified ad for that quick response which will sell you on classifieds too!

LARGE COIN AND JEWELRY AUCTION Sunday, May 22, 2011 1:00 P.M. Inspection: 9:00 A.M. up to Sale Time Location: Lansing Civic Center Downtown Lansing, MI. Sale to Sell Live on Proxibid See Websites for Complete Catalog and Photos. Coins: Morgan Peace Dollars 1878 era, Walking Liberty Half Dollars, Lincoln Cents. Silver: V Nickels, Barber Halves. Gold: 2 1/2 Indian, $5, $10 Gold, Several Slabbed Coins. Approximately 300 Lot including Currency, Proof Sets, Many Rare Dates. Jewelry: Sterling, Turquoise, Diamonds, Gold, Jade, Ruby’s, Emeralds, Antique Sterling, Crystal, Amethyst, Bracelets, Rings, Necklaces, Watches, Rolex Lady’s 1970 era, Rolex Oyster Perpetual Mens, 14K Movado Museum, Elgin Pocket Watches, Plus Much More.

Terms: Cash, Check With Bank Letter of Credit, Visa, Mastercard, Discover. Buyers Premium 10% in Effect.

Chuck Cryderman & Associates LLC Gary M. Berry Auctioneers 586-784-8890 248-299-5959 crydermanauctions.com garymberry.com

NEW 2011 Ford Escape XLT

209

$

•

NEW 2011 Ford Fusion SE

178

$

Per month 24 mo lease*

1,900 Due at Signing Plus Tax, Title and Plate Auto, 14 Engine, Power Windows/Locks and More! $

Per month 24 mo lease*

1,850 Due at Signing Plus Tax, Title and Plate • Auto, Power Windows/Locks and More!

$

Stk. 5192

Stk. 5205

*All Factory Rebates to the Dealer including Lease Conquest, Waived Security Deposit, 10,500 Mile/Year. Must Qualify for A/Z Plan and FMCC Approval. Sale ends May 23, 2011

*All Factory Rebates to the Dealer including Lease Conquest, Waived Security Deposit, 10,500 Mile/Year. Must Qualify for A/Z Plan and FMCC Approval. Sale ends May 23, 2011

2001 2005 2003 2000 2007 2004 2008 2005 2007 2005 2007 2006 2008 2003 2008 2004 2007 2009 2008 2007 2004 2008 2008 2009 2009 2007 2008 2008 2008 2010

FORD WINDSTAR #1507............................................................................................................................................$4,886 KIA SEDONA VAN #P1412 ........................................................................................................................................$5,995 FORD WINDSTAR, LEATHER #P1479A ........................................................................................................................$8,366 FORD E-150 CONVERSION VAN #P1430 ..................................................................................................................$8,983 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER #P1470 ..................................................................................................................................$9,633 FORD EXPLORER 4X4, LOADED #5256A ....................................................................................................................$9,877 FORD ESCAPE XLT #5073A ........................................................................................................................................$9,939 FORD FREESTAN 80K #P1494 ....................................................................................................................................$9,986 CHRYSLER PACIFICA #P1478 ......................................................................................................................................$9,978 DODGE CARAVAN #P1508 ....................................................................................................................................$10,495 FORD FOCUS SE 4 DR #P1509 ................................................................................................................................$10,888 CHEVROLET SILVERADO EXT CAB W.T. #4018A ......................................................................................................$12,388 MERCURY MILAN, AUTO, AIR #P1493 ....................................................................................................................$12,963 PONTIAC MONTANA, WHEELCHAIR PACKAGE #P1502 ..........................................................................................$12,988 SATURN AURA #5183A ..........................................................................................................................................$13,876 DODGE RAM 150 RUMBLE BEE #5264A ..................................................................................................................$13,988 CHEVROLET UPLANDER, 64K #P1490 ......................................................................................................................$14,987 DODGE AVENGER, 21K, SHARP #5197A ................................................................................................................$14,998 FORD TAURUS, ALL WHEEL DRIVE #5168A ..............................................................................................................$14,999 FORD F-350 LONG BOX CREW DIESEL #P1473 ........................................................................................................$15,863 FORD F-150 4X4 SUPER CAB #1506........................................................................................................................$15,995 FORD ESCAPE, 55 K, AUTO #P1505 ........................................................................................................................$16,944 FORD EXPLORER XLT 4X4 #P1434 ..........................................................................................................................$16,988 JEEP LIBERTY, 32K #5115A......................................................................................................................................$16,999 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE #5113A ............................................................................................................................$17,995 F-150 SUPER CAB 4X4 #5284 ................................................................................................................................$18,995 FORD EDGE, AUTO, AIR #P1494..............................................................................................................................$20,495 FORD F-150 KING RANCH 4X4 #P1464 ..................................................................................................................$20,888 LINCOLN MARK LT CREW 4X4 #5223A ..................................................................................................................$23,988 FORD EXPEDITION EL 4X4 #P1484 ..........................................................................................................................$29,838

SHOWROOM HOURS: Mon./Thurs. 9am-8pm; Tues./Wed./Fri. 9am-6pm; Sat. 10am-3pm SERVICE HOURS: Mon. 7:30am-8pm; Tues./Wed./Thurs./Fri. 7:30am-6pm; Sat. 10am-3pm

Terms: Cash, personal check w/Michigan ID, Major credit cards.

All purchases must be paid in full day of auction.

rowleyauctions.com

922 Elizabeth Court May 19-21 9a-5p Bedding, Books, Carpets, Furniture, Fixtures, Clothes, Housewares, School Supplies. Wilder To Cornell To Mary.

CONIFER DRIVE neighborhood sale, May 19-21, 9a-6p, 3 blocks East of Elba Rd. & Coldwater Rd. ATTENTION GUYS! Tools, welders, rototiller, snowblower, trike, books, more!

May 19-22, 4389 E. Huckleber r y, Columbiaville Church Garage Sale! St. John’s Episcopal Church, Dryden, May 19th21st, 9-4p., Union Street-1 Block South of Dr yden Rd., 1 Block West of The Light.

Dryden Community Garage Sale! May 19th-21st, Maps Available at Village Offices, Librar y & Mill Street Station.

Sponsored By DDA. May 20th-21st, 95p., 1312 Turrill Rd., Tools, Clothes, Toys, Dishes, Books, Videos, Computer & Seasonal.

333 E. Genesee St. • LAPEER

Open Saturdays!

Fax: 810-664-2844 • 810-667-5000 Se Habla Español

6 -B • Sunday, May 15, 2011

www.mihomepaper.com

Sale Ends May 2, 2011

Sale Ends May 2, 2011

Sale Ends May 2, 2011

2008 FUSION SE, MOON

$199 PER MONTH

72 MTHS, $2,000 DOWN, 6% INTEREST, PLUS TAX, TITLE, & PLATES

2006 2009 2005 1999 2009 2008 2005 2001 2010 2004 2008 2001 2010 2008 2008 2010 2008 2010 2008 2008 2010 2010 2008 2008 2008 2008 2008 2003 2005 2008 2009 2006 2004 2008 2010 2007 2006 2008 2005 1999 2003 2009 2010 2008 2010 2008 2008 2008 2008 2009 2009 2009 2008 2008 2008 2009 2009 2008 2010 2008 2008 2008 2011 2011 2010 2010 2008 2008 2010 2008 2008

Sale Ends May 2, 2011

PRE-OWNED INVENTORY

CHEVY IMPALA SS SILVER CHEVY MALIBU LT2 BLACK CHEVY MALIBU LS SILVER CHEVY SILVERADO 4X4 CHEVY SILVERADO C1500 XCAB CHEVY TRUCK REG CAB ------------------------------------------------------------SOLD---------------------------------------------------------CHEVY SUPERCAB CHEVY 4X4 SUPERCAB CAMARO LT BLACK MOON DODGE DAKOTA 4X4 QUAD CAB ------------------------------------------------------------SOLD---------------------------------------------------------DODGE RAM QUAD CAB DODGE DAKOTA 4X4 CREW DODGE CARAVAN WHITE CHRYSLER TOWN COUNTRY BLACK, LEATHER, DVD FORD EDGE SE BLUE INK FORD EDGE SE FORD EDGE SE FORD EDGE SEL BLUE FORD EDGE SE FORD EXPLORER 4X4, MOON FORD FLEX SE BLUE FORD ESCAPE FORD ESCAPE XLT MOON FORD ESCAPE XLT MOON FORD ESCAPE XLT 4WD FORD ESCAPE 4X4 RED MOON FORD EXPEDITION LTD MOON DVD FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC FORD E-250 EXTENDED CARGO FORD F-150 CREW TAN FORD F-150 CREW XLT GREEN ------------------------------------------------------------SOLD---------------------------------------------------------FORD F-150 CREW BLACK ------------------------------------------------------------SOLD---------------------------------------------------------FORD F-150 SUPERCAB, BLUE, FX4 FORD F-150 CREW SILVER ------------------------------------------------------------SOLD---------------------------------------------------------FORD F-150 FX4 STYLESIDE CREW LOADED FORD F-150 SUPER CAB XLT, 4X4 FORD F-150 CREW BLACK ------------------------------------------------------------SOLD---------------------------------------------------------FORD F-150 CREW FORD F-150 SUPER CAB FORD F-250 4WD XCAB 7.3 FORD F-350 CREW, LARIET DRW. 6.0 ------------------------------------------------------------SOLD---------------------------------------------------------FORD F-350 CREW, LARIET BLACK FORD EXPEDITION EL EDDIE BAUER 4X4, MOON FORD FOCUS 5 SPEED FORD FOCUS SEL WHITE, LEATHER FORD FOCUS SE BLUE FORD FOCUS SE FORD FOCUS RED FORD FOCUS BLACK, MOON FORD FUSION BLACK, SPORT, MOON FORD FUSION BLACK, MOON FORD FUSION MOON FORD FUSION WHITE, MOON FORD FUSION GREEN FORD FUSION BLACK FORD FUSION SE BLACK FORD FUSION SE FORD FUSION SE FORD FUSION SEL SILVER LEATHER FORD FUSION SEL BLACK FORD FUSION SE MOON WHITE FORD MUSTANG V6 FORD MUSTANG COUPE RED, AUTO FORD MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE RED FORD MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE BLACK FORD MUSTANG GT COUP BLACK FORD EDGE SEL 4DR SUV SEL TAN/BEIGE FORD EDGE SEL 4DR SUV SEL ORANGE FORD ESCAPE XLT 4WD 4DR SUV 4CYL GRAY --------------------------------------------------------------------SOLD-------------------------------------------------FORD ESCAPE XLT FWD 4DR SUV CLOTH BLUE FORD EXPLORER 4X4 MOON LEATHER 3RD ROW

$12,995 $16,995 $6,995 $6,995 $15,995 $13,995 $10,995 $7,995 $23,995 $12,995 $21,995 $5,995 $18,995 $19,995 $17,995 $22,750 $20,495 $23,495 $19,995 $19,995 $22,995 $19,995 $17,995 $17,995 $16,995 $18,495 $31,995 $10,995 $8,995 $26,995 $25,995 $16,995 $10,995 $26,995 $34,995 $20,995 $16,995 $18,995 $10,995 $11,995 $19,995 $31,995 $33,995 $10,495 $14,995 $13,495 $13,495 $12,995 $13,495 $16,995 $16,495 $16,495 $16,995 $14,495 $13,995 $15,995 $14,495 $14,995 $17,995 $14,995 $14,995 $14,995 $22,995 $24,995 $22,995 $23,995 $21,495 $21,995 $18,995 $16,750 $19,995

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2008 FOCUS SE

$195 PER MONTH

72 MTHS, $2,000 DOWN, 6% INTEREST, PLUS TAX, TITLE, & PLATES

FORD EXPLORER XLT 4WD 4DR SUV MOON WHITE ------------------------------------------------------------SOLD---------------------------------------------------------FORD F-150 CREW FORD F-250 SUPERCAB 7.3 FORD FOCUS 4DR SDN CLOTH RED FORD FOCUS 4DR SDN CLOTH SPECIAL -------------------------------------------------------------------SOLD--------------------------------------------------FORD FUSION SEL 4DR SDN LEATHER GRAY FORD FUSION SE 4DR SDN 4CYL CLOTH BLUE FORD FUSION SE 4DR SDN 4CYL CLOTH WHITE FORD FUSION SE 4DR SDN LEATHER 4CL BLACK FORD FUSION SE 4DR SDN 4CYL MOON BLACK FORD FUSION SE 4DR SDN ROOF 4CYL DK RED/MAR FORD FUSION SE ROOF FORD FUSION SE 4DR SDN 4CYL GRAY FORD FUSION SE FORD ESCAPE XLT 4X4 ROOF FORD FOCUS SE FORD EDGE SLE FORD EDGE LTD WHITE, AWD FORD FUSION SEL 4DR SDN MOON LEATHER DK RED/MAR FORD EDGE LTD ROOF, BLUE INK FORD TAURUS LEATHER MOON FORD TAURUS LTD LEATHER, FWD, WHITE FORD TAURUS SEL AWD, MOON LEATHER, RED FORD ESCAPE 4X4, BLACK, MOON FORD FOCUS SEL LEATHER MOON BLUE FORD FOCUS SE RED #675 FORD FOCUS SE 22K MILES #861 FORD FOCUS SE MOON BLACK #843 FORD SEL FUSION ROOF LEATHER #944 FORD FUSION SEL LOW MILES #786 FORD FUSION SE BLACK FORD RANGER SUPER CAB 4X4 FORD EXPLORER 4X4 LOW MILES FORD RANGER SUPERCAB FLARESIDE FORD FLEX LTD MOON BLACK DVD FORD FUSION SEL, V-6, LEATHER ------------------------------------------------------------SOLD---------------------------------------------------------FORD EXPLORER FORD FUSION V-6, AWD, MOON FORD FUSION SEL, MOON, LEATHER TAURUS X, MOON LTD MURCURY MARINER MOON MERCURY MARINER 4X4 4DR SUV CLOTH GRAY MERCURY MARINER WHITE ROOF MERCURY MILAN 4DR SDN I-4 SILVER MERCURY MOUNTAINER AWD 4DR SUV WHITE MERCURY MOUNTAINER AWD 4DR SUV PREM WHITE MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS LEATHER MERCURY MILAN PREMIER ROOF LEATHER #513 NISSAN MILLAN PREMIER MOON ROOF LEATHER BLACK MERCURY MARINER WHITE MOON MERCURY MARINER, MOON MERCURY MILAN, SILVER, MOON, LOW MILES LINCOLN NAVIGATOR BLACK LINCOLN MKZ BLACK MOON LINCOLN MKX AWD 4DR SUV NAV SILVER LINCOLN MKX AWD BLACK LINCOLN MKS, BLACK ROOF, NAV ------------------------------------------------------------SOLD---------------------------------------------------------LINCOLN TOWN CAR, SILVER, LOW MILES JEEP COMMANDER 4X4 JEEP COMMANDER BLACK JEEP COMPASS 4X4 MOON CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY PONTIAC GRAND PRIX RED HUMMER H2 VOLVO AWD XC7O, CLEAN SATURN SL2 FORD FOCUS JEEP WRANGLER, HARD TOP JEEP WRANGLER, HARD TOP LINCOLN TOWN CAR

$19,495 $20,995 $12,495 $11,995 $12,995 $18,495 $13,995 $13,995 $13,995 $13,995 $14,995 $18,995 $14,995 $15,995 $20,995 $13,995 $20,995 $26,995 $16,995 $24,995 $4,495 $25,495 $27,495 $19,995 $15,995 $12,995 $13,995 $13,495 $16,995 $15,995 $17,995 $5,995 $15,995 $7,495 $24,995 $20,495 $5,995 $17,995 $17,995 $19,995 $15,495 $18,495 $18,495 $14,500 $20,995 $19,995 $18,995 $16,995 $17,995 $20,495 $20,995 $18,995 $8,995 $20,995 $29,995 $32,995 $33,995 $6,495 $18,995 $15,995 $13,495 $19,995 $6,995 $20,995 $11,995 $2,995 $4,995 $20,995 $17,995 $9,995

Sunday, May 15, 2011 • B- 7

www.mihomepaper.com 100 Wheels & Machines WANTED Old Motorcycles, Mini Bikes, ATV’s, Mopeds, Running Or Not! 810-338-6440

105 Auto Parts

168 Recreational Vehicles

125 Vans 2005 Chrysler Town&Country Ltd., 74K, Loaded, (climate-control, heated-leather, navigation, tv, park-asst. etc.)

Warranty, $12,500 OBO. 810667-6120

220 Horses

International 56 two row corn planter, tow behind. $400. OBO. 810664-1631 For Sale 273 New Holland Baler With Thrower Exc. Condition $3,750.

Call 989-550-5979 or 989-550-5939.

IMF 1977 model M230 gasoline engine, 35 HP at PTO. 3pt. hitch, front loader, w/chains and rearblade. $4500. 810358-2468

2008 25 Ft. Travel Trailer w/Slide, Queen Bed, Excellent Condition, 810-667-3813 Boats: 1991 Arriva, 18ft. 175Merc. OB, fast/great skiing, mint. $7200., 1987 Glastron CVX20, 200 Yamaha OB, fast/fun, new interior, $7200. Golf Carts: gas/electric.

Club-Car, excellent c o n d i t i o n , 2003,2006,2007, $2250-$2650. 810240-3400

Ford F250 Super duty, crew cab, vari- 130 Sport ous body & mechanUtility Vehicle ical parts. Call for list 810-614-0817 2008 Limited Ford Escape, Loaded, 120 Autos 54,400K, Burgundy/ $0-$1000 for Red, $14,500. or unwanted and junk Best. 810-656-1247 cars. Used auto 145 par ts for sale.

Motorcycles Motors, transmissions, etc. 810-347- 1981 Yamaha 850 2078 Midnight Special, 1992 Skylark, 4 $1,800. 810-793Cyl., 4 Door, Very 4350 Clean, Runs 2003 Harley Excellent, $2900., Davison Road King 989-205-4711 Police 29,000 miles 1997 Dodge Screaming Eagles Sound Stratus, 176K, 4Cyl, Pipes, auto, loaded, System Compatible runs/drives great, with IPod, MP3. New $1950.

1998 Mustang Seat Along Dodge Neon, 75K, With Original Police 4Cyl., auto, pwr. Seat, New Tires & $9,800 steering/ brakes, Brakes, runs/drives great, Contact Ron 810$2750. 810-245- 706-5737.

0134 2007 Harley FXDL 2005 Mercury Low Rider 1,100 Excellent Marquis, 47K, V-8, Miles Many leather interior, Condition, power locks/ doors/ Extras $14,000 Or seats/etc., ver y Best Offer Call 810good condition. 796-3206 $10,500. 810-724- Garage Man Things, 0015 Lots of Tools, 5833 AUTOS WANTED. Slatery, North Branch. junk or unwanted 810-358-1546 cars, trucks, farm 160 Campers/ equipment. Running RVs or not. Top Dollar.

810-347-2078 2002 32 ft. Jayco w/Slide, Very Clean ,Good Condition, Must See, $9500 or Best.

810-2405735 2006 26 Ft. Pontiac 2008 G6 Wildthing, Big Air GXP 4-Door Sedan Edition Toy Hauler, Low Miles 17,429, Fairly Loaded, Good V6, silver metallic Condition, $19,500. w/ebony leather 248-388-0776 interior, heated seats, on-star, 2007 Hornet Travel remote start. Trailer,27 Ft., Queen Excellent condi- Bed & 3 Bunks, tion, loaded with Fully Contained, Call More Info. features. Smoke- for free $16,995. $9,500. or Best, 810-667-6721 810-627-9854

205 Lawn & Garden

205 Lawn & Garden

Wood Chips

10

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Pick Up Truck Load

Self Serve

The County Press 1521 Imlay City Rd. • Lapeer

810-664-0811 2007 30HP New Holland, 4wd, 215hrs, w/snowblower, rototiller, blade & frontloader.

Soft cab, $15,000.

810-721-7194 Beautiful 6ft.

Blue Spruce trees, You choose, We dig/ball. $50.

Metamora Pines Tree Farm.

810-664-4425 COMPOST - Pick-up or deliver y from Metamora Spring sale. $35 per yard (+ deliver) 248-5148457 Hardwood Mulch $8 a Yard, Compost $45 a Yard, 810660-7224 Need Mulch? We Got It! $10/yard, We Load. Deliver y Available - Nor th Lapeer Recycling, 810-793-7557.

165 Boats

YOU CAN SELL. You can shop. You can search for a job. You can look for help.

And much, much, much more in the classifieds.

210 Farm Equipment

1985 19 Foot Fiberglass Boat and Trailer, 140 IO, Open Bow, Excellent Condition, $2,950.

810-797-5315

210 Farm Equipment New Holland 492 Hay Bind $7,000.

New Holland 488 Hay Bind, $10,500.

810-793-4350

215 Livestock Angus yearling bulls, from registered stock but not registered. Ser vice size, excellent conformation, 810-7934545 or 810-6144728 Baby Chicks, Ducks, Turkeys, Guineas, Meat Chicks & Laying Hens, We Buy Your Unwanted Birds.

810-656-5589 0r 810-793-1355

220 Horses AQHA 5yr. old, buckskin gelding. $500. AQHA 12yr. old, buckskin mare. $1000. Not Broke.

989-683-8438

Do your part . . .

Dale’s Pellets Pine Horse Bedding , Highest Quality, $5.00 Per Bag or $225.00 Per Ton. Pick up Only, 8a-5p.

Mon.- Sat. 810-6607224 Mousers looking for barn homes. Six cats delivered. 586872-9831

230 Farm Produce 1st. Cutting square bales $3.

No checks. 810-6560874 4x5 First Cutting Round Bales, Net Wrapped, $35 Outside Stored, $50 Inside Stored, Round Bales Straw $25.,Square Straw Bales Avail. , Imlay City Area, Call 810614-1384 Barley Straw, $6/Bale; Oat, Rye, Wheat Straw, $1.50/Bale; 1st cut Hay, $3.00/Bale; 2nd cut hay $3.25; 810-724-8978 Barley Straw! $6.00 a bale or 4 for $20., 989-8430000 or 810-6642156 Hay Round Bales, net-wrapped, 4X4’s $25; 4X5’s $40/$50, at the f a r m .

Cash/Visa/MC. 989-761-7566 Seed Oats 50lb. bag $7.00, Spring barley seed, 50lb. bag $8, barley straw $6 bale. 810-7248978 Wanted- Hay fields & tillable land in Southern Lapeer/ Nor thern Oakland Co. - call Dave: 248765-7844

235 Pets AKC Pomeranian Pups $300 And Free Kittens Call 810688-2841 or 810441-0269.

Jack Russells, 6 Weeks Old, Dewclaws & Tails Docked, Vet Checked, First Shots & Wormed, Males:$200, Females:$250.

810-631-6865

235 Pets NEW PUPPY? DOG ISSUES? Family Dog Manners - within Pet Supplies Plus of Lapeer has group classes. Not your typical obedience class! Leadership skills, dog psychology, behavior modification and all the obedience commands included.

Puppy class - 8 wks to 5 months. Pups learn best the younger they are, START NOW! Help with nipping, housebreaking, jumping, chewing, barking and more. Learn when, how and where to properly socialize your pup without this or done improperly, your pup could grow up fearful or aggressive.

Basic class - 5 months & up, you CAN get your dog to listen, be reliable and stop behavior issues. Call Wendy MacKenzie 810728-0904 or visit www.familydogmanners.com St. Bernard Pups, AKC, dewclaws r e m o v e d , shots/wormed, micro-chipped. $500 Call 989-2526970

405 Antiques NEED MONEY?

415 Appliances

526 Wanted

5Cu. Kenmore Chest Freezer,$100, Table & 4 Chairs $50, Brown Entertainment Center $25, RCA Stereo $25, 810245-6248

Wanted Cars & Trucks, No Title Okay. With ID., Junk or Not, Depending on Condition, Will Pay Up To $700.

24/7, 810-7932317 WANTED! Used Aluminum Boat 1418ft, 810-614-5027

500 Miscellaneous Free Hot Tub!, 95 Gal. Aquarium/Oak Cabinet with Canopy, All Equipment $1,000. Firm, Marcy Elliptical, Like New $200., Ab Lounge 2, Like New, $75., Manx Cat, Female/Spayed $100., Shizu/ Bishon, Female, 3Yrs. $200., 810834-2528

600 Real Estate

505 General All Items OBO. Suzuki King Quad, mint, low-miles, w/snowblade, 12V spreader, 12V sprayer $3200. 9HP White walk-behind lawn-vac/chipper w/hose attachment, originally $1500/now $350.

10ft.

Fiberglass step-ladder new $50.

Complete Camping set (tents, cookware, cot, air-mattress’, etc.) $100. 810-6672882 Tree Moving,Your Trees or Ours, Premium 7’-8’ Colorado Spruce, Large Shade Trees, Flowering Trees, Spring Planting Season is Shor t.

Call Now To Plant This Spring. Jim 586-839-6217

We pay cash for antiques, fishing tackle, toys, electric trains, railroad items, old advertising, clocks/pocket watches, potter y, 510 Musical glass, china, Instruments doilies/quilts, costume jewelry, furniture, post cards, & collections of anything, 1-piece or whole estates, Frank’s Antiques, Lapeer, 1-810-6671676 or 1-800-942Reconditioned gui3770. tars and mandolins.

Exper t set up.

410 Furniture Excellent condition.

Recliner Lift-chair, Call G. Bannon 810like new; twin bed 614-0817 like new. All excellent condition. 810- 526 Wanted 346-2054 All Autos Wanted, Running or Not, will pay up to $500.

Free pick up 24/7.

810-252-7733

MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE OR RENT Tired of Paying Water & Sewer??

2 & 3 Bedroom Homes Many Remodeled Handyman Specials Clubhouse Water & Sewer Included Hadley/Lapeer School District

3660 Lapeer Rd. Metamora

678-2292 603 Rent to Own D r y d e n , $650/mo.,1300 SF, 3 Bedroom, 2 bath, shed, all appliances included. 810-6142974

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810-664-1900 1 Bedroom Apt., 6 Miles North of the Hospital, $400/Mo. + Utilities, Security Required. 810-7934561 1&2 Bedroom apar tments/house in Nor th Branch.

Sewer, water, garbage & lawn care included. No pets. $400-$500/month Call 810-688-2012 or 810-441-5885.

2 Bedroom apartment for rent, also studio apar tment available. Call Mike after 5 p.m. 810664-5786 2 Bedroom Duplex, near downtown Lapeer, $750/mo. + utilities, stove/ refrigerator, washer/dr yer hook-up.

No smoking. 810667-4775 2 Bedroom Duplex, North Branch, basement, back yard, walking distance to schools, $490/mo. +dep., 810-6640337.

3 Bedroom, Downtown Lapeer, Spacious Layout, Near Shopping, Restaurants & Parks, $675/Mo. MSHDA Welcome, 810-728-8106 3 Bedroom, Secure Building. Nor thern Heights, Nor th Branch, 441-5959 or 721-0840 A New 2 Bedroom Upstairs Apt. $625 Per Month! Cable, High Speed internet, Garbage/ Water/ Sewer Included,CA, Washer/Dr yer Available, 4080 Huron St., North Branch, No Pets, 810-614-6488

C A M B R I D G E COURT SENIOR APTS. 624 Cambridge Lane in Imlay City has one bedroom units available. Rent based on income minimum $445.

Heat Included.

Inside mail delivery, community room and laundry area for residents use.

Applications at office on site or by calling 721-0610 or 1-800-225-7982.

Send this ad with application and your second month is FREE. Managed by Stratford Group Ltd., 442 W. Baldwin, Alpena, MI 49707 Equal H o u s i n g Opportunity. TDD#1800-855-1155 City of Lapeer, one bedroom apartment, second floor walk-up, quiet neighborhood.

Appliances. No smoking, no pets. $500/mo. Includes utilities. first/last.

Lapeer County Building and Grounds 810-245-4794 Davison, Save $100 1&2-Bedroom Apartments, Near I69/x-way, $399 & Up* 0-Deposit/0Fees, Pet Friendly, 810-653-5640 or 810-653-0970.

FIRST MONTH FREE! Apartment in Fostoria, $475/mo ,$500 security.

Appliances included. 810-441-6002.

FREE RENT, Month of May. 1 bedroom spacious countr y a p a r t m e n t , $325/mo. plus approx. $75/mo. utilities. $600 security. 810-223-4647 Lapeer: Newly Updated; 2B e d r o o m Apar tments near Downtown, 12-unit B u i l d i n g , W / C a r p o r t s $595/Month (773)425-5691.

Large, 2-Bedroom Apartment For Rent, In Attica, Call 248-790-3970 or 810-724-1382

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City water, sewer & electric. Interior layout lends itself well to office space or retail.

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North Branch Commons 6717 North Branch Court North Branch, Michigan (*62 or older, handicapped or disabled, of any age) (as defined by Rural Development)

Rent Based on Income with rent assistance by HUD

Includes Range-Refrigerator-Carpet Blinds - Community Room Resident pay for heat & electric

For more information call Cathy Miles at 810-688-4800 or Crest Property Management 1-800-642-4076 TTY for hearing or speech impaired 1-800-649-3777

Some Units Barrier Free Metamora Village T o w n h o u s e Apar tment. 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, all appliances, A/C, discount to Seniors/one person, no dogs, $750 plus low security. 810614-1214 NOW LEASING 1 Bedroom $475, 2 Bedroom $575.

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607 Homes for Rent 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 2 car garage, $700 per month + security, on 1 acre, no programs, no pets, Lapeer, call 810664-1681 2 Bedroom, 1 bath, home on First St. in Imlay City, $700/mo.

810-664-8080 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Attached Garage, In the city of Mayville, $700/Mo. + Deposit & Utilities, 810-908-8448

607 Homes for Rent 3-Bedroom Ranch, 1 bath, w/Garage, R e m o d e l e d , Columbiaville, Nice Yard.$ 850 MO. 810338-5873 For Rent or Land Contract, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, full basement, 2 car garage, 1600 SF Ranch. $1100/mo.

Attica. 989-525-4460 Large 4 Bedroom Newly Remodeled House, Almont $825/Mo. Duplex in Dr yden $825/Mo. 810-797-4257 N E P E S S I N G Lakefront 2 Bedroom, Garage, Dock, $750/ Mo. 248-851-1439 North Branch Area, 3-Bedroom, New Bathroom , First Floor Laundry, Taking Applications, $700/ Mo. + $800/Sec. 810-688-3780 or 810-287-0818 Rustic 2-bedroom Cottage, Par tially Furnished, 4 Acres, Wooded Setting, Lapeer, $700/mo., Call 810-358-6224

700 Employment

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NonShort Term Lease Options Smoking & Good Furnished Housing Available Driving. Summer (3FREE Heat & Water 5)Days (10a-5p) Pet Friendly School: (3-5) Days(1p6p), Mail Resume & Call Today!

References to: Personnel Dept. 3085 1884 Raleigh Ave., Apt. 18 • Lapeer N. Van Dyke, Imlay turrillestates@mrdapartments.com Professionally managed by MRD City, Mi. 48444 www.mrdapartments.com NEW CAR SALES PERSON WANTED, 609 Wanted for 620 Ford Dealer seeks CommercialRent motivated individual to sell new and used Wanted L/C Or Rent Rent To Own, Christian Retail or Office cars at our rapidly Mother Looking For 3 building for lease. growing dealership.

Lapeer. Awesome income bdr House, Imlay Nor thern potential, experience City Area. 810-706- 810-358-0172 preferred.

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$0 Down and Land Contract homes available, call Jon Sherman 810-5994595 or e-mail jonmiland@yahoo.com. MI Land and Homes Realty.

Cute 2 Bedroom House, All Spor ts Barnes Lake, LC $48,500. 810-7937824 or 810-6141166 Picture Perfect, 3 bedroom, countr y, private setting, w/lake view/access on 3 acres. $199,000.

9642 North Lake Rd. Otter Lake 810-728-8749

611 Condos For Sale Open House Saturday & Sunday 1-4pm, For Sale by Owner, Cozy 3bdrm/3bath, end unit, golf course, Davison Country Club, 9393 Varodell Dr, Call 989-426-8166 or 810-348-8901

615 Land for Sale Land for Sale Leix Rd., Mayville, 2.2 Acres, Well & Septic, LC. Available, $25,000. 989-2054711 Oregon Twp property, 4.7 acres, perked, utilities, paved road, at McDowell/Gray Rds. Excellent Land Contract Terms. 248891-7571

620 CommercialRent Lapeer Office Space, private entrance, 5 rooms, 2 baths, $475/mo. includes water/sewer. 810664-1900

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700 Employment

2 Bedroom Trailer, 1 Bath, Furniture & Appliances, Carport & Shed $8,000. 110 Summit Dr. Crestview Manor, Lapeer 810-7284331.

2003 Trailer in Crestview Manor Park, Lapeer, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Deck w/Handi-cap Ramp, Shed, New Carpet/Doors, Like New, All Appliances, $10,000.

Cash, 248-732-8352 or 810-834-2260

Landscape/Farm Laborer, Within 10 miles of Capac, Strong Back Weak Mind, Applicants Maybe Subject to Drug Testing, 810667-4010

700 Employment Dental Assistant, Patient Oriented Dental Practice Seeking an Enthusiastic Motivated Individual, Dental Background Preferred, Fax 810664-3580

700 Employment Foreman for plastic injection molding company wanted.

Job duties will include job set up, shift super vision, and process monitoring. Experience in plastic injection molding required.

Apply in person at 4119 E. Main St., Brown City, MI 48416 between 12:00pm and 3:00pm on Monday and Wednesdays only.

Gibb Cam Software Setup Programmer for CNC Fadal machines, F/T, 1st Shift, Benefits, Call 810-678-2449.

Maintenance personnel wanted. Must have experience in maintaining and repairing plastic injection molding machines. Apply in person at 4119 E. Main St., Brown City, MI 48416 between 12:00pm and 3:00pm on Monday and Wednesdays only.

Need Babysitter, Who Is Serious About Wanting To Work, 3 Children, Leave Message, 810-537-1096 Quality technician for plastic injection molding company wanted. Must have experience as a automotive supplier and in APQP and PPAP development.

Apply in person at 4119 E. Main St., Brown City, MI 48416 between 12:00pm and 3:00pm on Monday and Wednesdays only.

705 In Home Care GROUP HOME MANAGER Positions open in northern Oakland County. Must have prior group home management experience and proof of complete MORC training. Must have valid drivers license.

We offer a competitive salary with benefits. To apply cal Roger 248-672-0184 or fax resume to 248-969-0391 Need part time caregiver with 24hr sleepover. Call 810-3588660

710 General

710 General

All Dolled Up Unisex Hair Company, established salon w/limitless possibilities, downtown Nor th Branch. Looking for cosmetologist with/without experience. Send resume: P.O. Box 252, North Branch, MI 48461 ALL STUDENTS/ OTHERS 37 Summer Openings 14.25 base-appt.

All Majors, we train Visit: workforstudent.com Or call 810-882-6011 Assistant Manager wanted at Jimmy Johns, Lapeer. Highly energetic, motivated, experienced.

Call Brad 810-348-0059 Barn help wanted.

Stall cleaning, feeding, turn out, tractor, exp. preferred. 1216 hrs./weekends.

810-796-3454 Directional Boring operator needed w/CDL class A license, must pass drug test, send resume: rnorton45@yahoo.com Experienced ONLY waitress needed.

Family restaurant in Armada. Call or apply within 9a-2p. 586784-5177 Growing Pharmacy now hiring all positions. Management/ cashier/clerk.

Pharmacy technician w/ experience a plus, compounding experience helpful, send resume: Roger’s Pharmacy, 316 W. Nepessing, Lapeer, 48446 fax : 810-664-3522 HEAT TREAT TECHNICIAN Qualified candidate must have experience with induction hardening e q u i p m e n t , microstructure analysis, hot mount parts, cut offs, sur face testing, and case depth. We offer an excellent wage and benefits package.

Send or fax resume to Michigan P r o d u c t i o n Machining, 16700 23 Mile, Macomb, MI 48044 FAX 586-2287347 or email to MPMAPS@MICHPRO.COM Housekeeper needed 2 days a week.

810-796-3454

Inspired Styles Lapeer, has larger location, looking for nail tech/massage (no clientele needed).

Hair-dresser w/some clientele.

810-272-7071 Jay’s Septic is accepting applications for qualified mechanic and body/paint tech.

Apply at 2787 Greenwood Rd. Lapeer.

810-6648080 MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Afternoon Shift.

Candidate must have experience in machine repair (hydraulics/pneumatics) and troubleshooting on CNC Lathes with Fanuc Controls. Excellent wage and benefits package. Send or fax resume to Michigan Production. 16700 23 Mile Road, Macomb, MI 48044.

FAX 586-228-7347 or email to MPMAPS@Michpro.c om MECHANICAL ENGINEER. Must have experience in AUTOCAD to do customer and process drawings for automotive manufacturing and plant layout.

Excellent wages and benefits. Send or fax resume to Michigan P r o d u c t i o n Machining, 16700 23 Mile, Macomb, MI 48044 FAX 586-2287347 or email to MPMAPS@MICHPRO.COM Michigan Christian Youth Camp in Attica, seasonal/ part-time cook, experience in commercial kitchen a must. 810-6648040 Security Officer, FullTime, Par t-Time $7.78/hr. Imlay City.

If you are 18 years or older and have proof of diploma or GED, are drug free. Have a clean criminal and driving record and you possess reliable transpor tation, Previous Security E x p e r i e n c e Preferred.

Apply online at www.securitasjobs.com check box for Lansing, MI security officer regular. EOE/M/F/D/V

WANTED Graphic Graphic Designer Designer

E xperienced designer of display ads, classified and

editorial layout needed for fast paced weekly newspapers to work in our Lapeer Office. Must have Quark and Photoshop skills. Looking for efficient and creative designers. Good work ethic with attention to details a must. Must be able to work flexible hours. Part-time.

Fax, email or mail resume to attention Graphic Designer.

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720 Health Care Certified Medical Assistant wanted for busy surgical practice.

Experience required.

Send resume to: Office manager, 844 S. Main, Lapeer, 48446 RN, Full time, for established home health care agency, excellent salary/benefits offered. Fax resume to 810-2459080 Sanilac County Community Mental Health has an opening for the following position: Extended Ser vices C l i n i c a l Nurse/Contract position #11-006- 15 Hrs/Wk; Thursdays and Fridays. $24/Hr. Current RN Licensure required.

Deadline for Position: May 24th, 2011 at 4:30pm.

For more information and to apply online visit our website: www.sanilaccmh.org Serenity Home Health Care of Nor theast Michigan is accepting applications for an opening in the surrounding area for an LPN job positions. Experience w/home health care & quadriplegic is preferred, but not necessar y. We will train appropriate candidates. Position will consist of one on one client care, 2-3 night shifts per week with a competitive wage. If you would like to be a part of our rewarding team with a great working environment please contact us at 877-343-6955 during business hours to schedule an interview. Business hours are Monday through Thursday 8am-4pm and Friday, 8am12pm. E.O.E.

720 Health Care DIRECT CARE. Fulltime position, days, in Oxford/Ortonvile.

Must be MORC trained. Great starting pay. Benefits.

Call Adrienne 248628-6212

730 Professional Paralegal/Legal secretary bankruptcy experience a must, part/full-time.

Resume w/salar y requirements to:rmashni@aol.com

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S&A Solutions looking to IMMEDIATELY HIRE 50 PRODUCTION WORKERS for our clients in the Marlette area. We are looking for hardworking motivated people that are looking for a long term job opportunity. Requirements for the position include the following: Must be able to work on feet for 8-10 hours, high school diploma or G.E.D. All candidates must have a valid driver’s license and be willing and able to pass a drug screen and background check. Starting pay is $8-9 an hour. Applicants can apply Tuesdays at 10am and Thursdays at 2pm at Thumbworks in room 104 at 6270 Wilson St., Marlette, Michigan 48453.

Home & Hospice Advantage in Cass City is currently looking for: Per Diem Volunteer Coordinator – Must have Volunteer Leadership Experience Per Diem RN’s – Must have Hospice or Home Care Experience Work in the community you live in!

Earn extra $ by working Per Diem!

At Home & Hospice Advantage, we believe our employees are our Greatest Asset!

We offer: • 401k w/match – All Employees eligible.

• Mileage paid at $0.51 per mile.

• Paid Weekly!

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Please forward your resume to: psiemenmessing@hospiceadvantage.com or Fax 989-872-5853.

Visit www.hospiceadvantage.com to learn more about us. EOE

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616-881-8138

• Ground Preparation

Hydroseeding is the most efficient economical approach to seeding Mark 810-798-8489

Landscaping

Mole Control LLC

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Lawn and Garden

Fences

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ROTOTILLING SPRING CLEAN-UP

LICENSED & INSURED MASTER / CONTRACTOR

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QUALITY WORK SINCE 1995

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Bobcat Mini Excavator Compact Tractor Post Holes - 9” to 36” Trenching Site Prep & Clean Up Tilling - Seeding Drive Repair & More

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MAEDER ENTERPRISES Power Washing • Handyman Services Home Repairs • Remodeling Driveway Sealing

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Commercial

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Ton = Approx 1 yd.

810-614-5705

Complete Masonry Restoration Chimney & Porch Repair/Rebuilds 10% Off Tuckpointing/Stress Cracks

Tree Service

JOBS LARGE OR SMALL Specializing in Mortar & Brick Matching

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Painting

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Masonry

FREE Estimates • Great Prices

Electrical

CHRIS OR DOUG (248) 628-0479 Tents, Tables/Chairs, Ice Tables, Bounce Houses, & Linens

chemical and trap Free company Fully Insured

Clean Up • Brush Hogging Driveway Grating • Light Landscaping Landscaping Wall • Lawn Care

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SPRING CLEANUP • LAWN CARE LANDSCAPING • BRICK PAVERS

FREE ESTIMATES We now sell trees

Basements • Septic • Perc Test Final Grade • Topsoil • Land Clearing • Brush Hogging

Pole Barns • Sheds • Concrete Roofing • Stone & Tile • Garage Doors Foundations • Home Improvement

Party Rentals

Lawn Care

STEVE PARDINGTON PAINTING Since 1979

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Commercial & Residential Licensed & Insured Deck Restoration Interior Specialist Drywall Repair

Our Work Has The Competition Turning Colors!

810-667-3475

Gary’s s Tree Trimming & Removal Cheapest Rates In All The States!

Will NOT Be Underbid!

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Irrigation, Lawn Care, Landscaping Brick Paver & Repair

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WE DO EVERYTHING FROM CLEANING A TO FIXING Z Drywall • Carpentry Painting • Roofing • Siding Clean-Up • Debris Removal And Much More!

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IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY IN BANKRUPTCY OR HAVE RECEIVED A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY AS TO THIS OBLIGATION, THIS COMMUNICATION IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT IN VIOLATION OF THE AUTOMATIC STAY OR THE DISCHARGE INJUNCTION. IN SUCH CASE, PLEASE DISREGARD ANY PART OF THIS COMMUNICATION WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE FOREGOING. OTHERWISE, FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION FROM OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR NINE MONTHS, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AS YOU MAYBE ENTITLED TO THE BENEFITS OF THE SERVICEMEMBERS’ CIVIL RELIEF ACT. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Daryl F. Turcott and Darla D. Turcott 205 Peninsula Columbiaville, MI 48421 County Lapeer State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331.

You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_sear ch/), telephone (517) 373-8370, TTY# 1-800-382-4568.

If you request a meeting with the ser vicer’s designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer’s Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement.

You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association’s Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800-968-0738.

Dated: May 15, 2011 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 682.0912

MORTGAGE SALE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default has been made in the conditions of a mor tgage made by WILLIAM O. THRASHER and DENINE M. THRASHER, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mor tgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS”), solely as nominee for lender and lender’s successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 28, 2005, and recorded on August 29, 2005, in Liber 2082, on Page 544, and assigned by said mortgagee to GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC, as assigned, Lapeer County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Six Thousand Four Hundred Fifty-Eight Dollars and Fifty-Nine Cents ($166,458.59), including interest at 3.625% per annum.

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, Main entrance of the County Complex Building, 225 Clay Street, Lapeer County, Michigan at 09:30 AM o’clock, on June 8, 2011 Said premises are located in Lapeer County, Michigan and are described as: PART OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 21, TOWN 9 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST, NORTH BRANCH TOWNSHIP, LAPEER COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE NORTH SECTION LINE THAT IS SOUTH 88 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 0 SECONDS WEST 746.76 FEET FROM THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 21; THENCE SOUTH 0 DEGREES 30 MINUTES 0 SECONDS EAST 1323.68 FEET; THENCE ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID NORTH HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER, SOUTH 88 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 36 SECONDS WEST 579.20 FEET; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 0 SECONDS EAST 263.47 FEET; THENCE NORTH 0 DEGREES 30 MINUTES 0 SECONDS WEST 744.04 FEET; THENCE ALONG SAID NORTH SECTION LINE, NORTH 88 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 0 SECONDS EAST 66.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC Mor tgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 37-1,39-1,41-1,43-1

MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR IF YOU ARE IN BANKRUPTCY. Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mark Edward Tietz and Tamie Sue Tietz, husband and wife, to Citizens First Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated Januar y 31, 2006 and recorded February 9, 2006 in Liber 2137, Page 472, Lapeer County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Cenlar FSB by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Two Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-One and 2/100 Dollars ($162,991.02) including interest at 6.25% per annum.

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Main entrance to the County Complex Bldg., 225 Clay St., Lapeer in Lapeer County, Michigan at 9:30 a.m. on JUNE 1, 2011.

Said premises are located in the Township of Attica, Lapeer County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Northeast Quarter of Section 15, Town 7 North, Range 11 East, Attica Township, Lapeer County, Michigan, described as beginning North 87 degrees 45 minutes East 506.61 feet along the North Section Line from the Nor th Quar ter corner of said Section; thence continuing along said North Section line North 87 degrees 45 minutes East 130.0 feet, thence South 0 degrees 15 minutes West 350.0 feet; thence South 87 degrees 45 minutes West 130.0 feet; thence North 0 degrees 15 minutes East 350.0 feet to the point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA ß600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights.

Dated: May 1, 2011 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File No. 275.0121 35-1,37-1,39-1,41-1

MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR IF YOU ARE IN BANKRUPTCY. Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steffen C. Mottausch, a single man, to Mor tgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender’s successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 3, 2005 and recorded October 11, 2005 in Liber 2098, Page 400, Lapeer County Records, Michigan. Said mor tgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP FKA Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Eighty-Three and 84/100 Dollars ($109,083.84) including interest at 6.125% per annum.

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Main entrance to the County Complex Bldg., 225 Clay St., Lapeer in Lapeer County, Michigan at 9:30 a.m. on JUNE 8, 2011.

Said premises are located in the Township of Attica, Lapeer County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point on the North line of Truck Line Road M-21, 56 rods West of the 1/4 line of Section 6, Town 7 North, Range 11 East; thence North parallel to 1/4 line 20 rods; thence West parallel to road line 8 rods; thence South parallel to 1/4 line 20 rods to North line of said M-21; thence East on North line of M-21, 8 rods to beginning, Attica Township, Lapeer County, Michigan.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA ß600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights.

Dated: May 8, 2011 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File No. 285.7888 37-1,39-1,41-1,43-1

MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR IF YOU ARE IN BANKRUPTCY. Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mark S Blankenship and Kimberlee Blankenship, his wife, to CF Bancorp Mor tgage Company, Mortgagee, dated October 7, 2009 and recorded October 15, 2009 in Liber 2413, Page 188, Lapeer County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Cenlar FSB by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Three Thousand Three Hundred One and 84/100 Dollars ($173,301.84) including interest at 5.25% per annum.

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Main entrance to the County Complex Bldg., 225 Clay St., Lapeer in Lapeer County, Michigan at 9:30 a.m. on JUNE 8, 2011.

Said premises are located in the Township of Attica, Lapeer County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 26, Town 7 North, Range 11 East, Attica Township, Lapeer County, Michigan; thence South 00 degrees 08 minutes 16 seconds West 783.11 feet along the East line of said Section 26 to the point of beginning. Running thence South 00 degrees 08 minutes 16 seconds West 217.80 feet along the East line of said Section 26; thence North 89 degrees 15 minutes 21 seconds West 500.03 feet: thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 16 seconds East 217.80 feet; thence South 89 degrees 15 minutes 21 seconds East 500.03 feet to the point of beginning. Being a part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 26, Town 7 North, Range 11 East.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA ß600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights.

Dated: May 8, 2011 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File No. 275.0186 37-1,39-1,41-1,43-1

MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR IF YOU ARE IN BANKRUPTCY. Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Levi D. Hirt, a single man and Tygar L. Svoboda, a single woman, to Draper and Kramer Mor tgage Corporation, Mor tgagee, dated March 8, 2006 and recorded March 21, 2006 in Liber 2148, Page 109, Lapeer County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred FortyThree Thousand Two Hundred FiftyTwo and 74/100 Dollars ($143,252.74) including interest at 6.5% per annum.

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Main entrance to the County Complex Bldg., 225 Clay St., Lapeer in Lapeer County, Michigan at 9:30 a.m. on JUNE 15, 2011.

Said premises are located in the Township of North Branch, Lapeer County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southwest quarter of the Southwest quarter of Section 11, Town 9 North, Range 10 East, Deerfield Township, Lapeer County, Michigan, described as beginning at the Southwest corner of said Section 11; thence along the West Section line, North 1 degree 32 minutes 45 seconds West 240.00 feet; thence North 87 degrees 8 minutes 8 seconds East 330.00 feet; thence South 1 degree 32 minutes 45 seconds East 240.00 feet; thence along the South Section line, South 87 degrees 8 minutes 8 seconds West 330.00 feet to the point of beginning.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA ß600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights.

Dated: May 15, 2011 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File No. 682.0632 39-1,41-1,43-1,45-1

10 -B • Sunday, May 15, 2011 Legal Notice MORTGAGE SALE FILE NO. 275.0155 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR IF YOU ARE IN BANKRUPTCY. Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael C. Brousseau, a single man and Kelly M. Gregory, a single woman, to CF Bancorp Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated April 28, 2009 and recorded May 11, 2009 in Liber 2386, Page 35, Lapeer County Records, Michigan.

Said mortgage is now held by Cenlar FSB by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety Thousand Eight Hundred NinetyTwo and 39/100 Dollars ($190,892.39) including interest at 4.875% 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 Main entrance to the County Complex Bldg., 225 Clay St., Lapeer in Lapeer County, Michigan at 9:30 a.m. on MAY 25, 2011.

Said premises are located in the Township of Attica, Lapeer County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the East half of Section 13, Town 7 North, Range 11 East, Attica Township, Lapeer County, Michigan, described as beginning at a point on the East line of Section 13, Town 7 North, Range 11 East, that is North 00 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds West 465.00 feet from the East quarter corner of said Section 13; thence South 87 degrees 01 minute 51 seconds West 660.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 12 minutes 52 seconds East 546.40 feet to a point on the Northerly right of way of the Grand Trunk Western Railroad; thence along said railroad right of way, the following two courses South 03 degrees 38 minutes 45 seconds West 10.00 feet and North 81 degrees 00 minutes 23 seconds West 668.05 feet; thence North 00 degrees 41 minutes 28 seconds West 777.60 feet; thence North 87 degrees 01 minute 51 seconds East 663.20 feet; thence South 00 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East 330.00 feet; thence North 87 degrees 01 minute 51 seconds East 660.00 feet to a point on the East line of said Section 13; thence along said East line, South 00 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East 30.00 feet to the point of beginning.

The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights.

Dated: April 24, 2011 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 33-1,35-1,37-1,39-1

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MORTGAGE SALE FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below.

Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Sari A Scott, an Unmarried Woman to Mor tgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for American Brokers Conduit, its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 26, 2006 and recorded September 26, 2006 in Liber 2202 Page 518 Lapeer County Records, Michigan.

Said mortgage was assigned to: Citibank, N.A., as Trustee for American Home Mortgage Assets Trust 2006-4, Mor tgage-Backed Pass-Through Certificates Series 2006-4, by assignment dated January 24, 2011 and recorded February 1, 2011 in Liber 2484, Page 919, on which mor tgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Ninety-Five Thousand Four Hundred Twenty Dollars and SixtyEight Cents ($295,420.68) including interest 4.306% per annum.

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Lapeer County at 9:30AM on June 1, 2011 Said premises are situated in Township of Metamora, Lapeer County, Michigan, and are described as: The South one half of the Southwest one quar ter of the Southwest one quarter of Section 15, Town 6 North, Range 10 East, Metamora Township, Lapeer County, Michigan, excepting therefrom part of the South one half of the Southwest one quarter of the Southwest one quarter of Section 15, Town 6 North, Range 10 East, Metamora Township, Lapeer County, Michigan, described as beginning at a point on the South section line that is Nor th 89 degrees 31 minutes 17 seconds East 647.63 feet from the Southwest corner of Section 15; thence continuing along said South section line; North 89 degrees 31 minutes 17 seconds East 670.12 feet; thence North 00 degrees 52 minutes 36 seconds West 649.94 feet along the East line of the Southwest one quar ter of the Southwest one quar ter; thence South 89 degrees 38 minutes 27 seconds West 670.12 feet along the North line of the South one half of the Southwest one quarter of the Southwest one quarter; thence South 00 degrees 52 minutes 36 seconds East 651.33 feet to the point of beginning. Commonly known as 4481 Blood Rd, Metamora MI 48455 The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later.

Dated: 5/01/2011 Citibank, N.A., as Trustee for American Home Mortgage Assets Trust 2006-4, Mor tgage-Backed Pass-Through Cer tificates Series 2006-4, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 MORTGAGE SALE Our File No: 11-38059 SHORT FORECLOSURE NOTICE - 35-1,37-1,39-1,41-1 Lapeer COUNTY MORTGAGE SALE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A SHORT FORECLOSURE NOTICE DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE Lapeer COUNTY OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default has been made in the con- PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR ditions of a mortgage made by OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ROBERT J. OSTROM, A MARRIED ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MAN, to Mor tgage Electronic Default has been made in the conRegistration Systems, Inc. ditions of a mortgage made by (“MERS”), solely as nominee for RALPH WAYNE CLAYPOOL II, BY lender and lender’s successors WENDY W. CLAYPOOL, HIS ATTORand assigns, Mor tgagee, dated NEY IN FACT and WENDY W. CLAYJune 4, 2007, and recorded on POOL, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to June 11, 2007, in Liber 2265, on Mortgage Electronic Registration Page 918, and assigned by said Systems, Inc. (“MERS”), solely as mortgagee to NATIONWIDE ADVAN- nominee for lender and lender’s and assigns, TAGE MORTGAGE COMPANY, as successors assigned, Lapeer County Records, Mor tgagee, dated Februar y 28, Michigan, on which mortgage there 2005, and recorded on March 16, is claimed to be due at the date 2005, in Liber 2020, on Page 359, hereof the sum of Ninety-Five and assigned by said mortgagee to Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Five GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC, as Dollars and Seventeen Cents assigned, Lapeer County Records, ($95,285.17), including interest at Michigan, on which mortgage there 7.000% per annum. Under the is claimed to be due at the date power of sale contained in said hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Four mortgage and the statute in such Twenty-One case made and provided, notice is Hundred Thirty-Eight Dollars and hereby given that said mortgage Fifty-Seven Cents ($121,438.57), will be foreclosed by a sale of the including interest at 5.500% per mortgaged premises, or some part annum. Under the power of sale of them, at public venue, Main contained in said mortgage and the entrance of the County Complex statute in such case made and proBuilding, 225 Clay Street, Lapeer vided, notice is hereby given that County, Michigan at 09:30 AM said mortgage will be foreclosed by o’clock, on June 1, 2011 Said a sale of the mortgaged premises, premises are located in Lapeer or some part of them, at public County, Michigan and are venue, Main entrance of the County described as: LOT (S) 152, 153 Complex Building, 225 Clay Street, AND SOUTHEASTERLY 36 FEET OF Lapeer County, Michigan at 09:30 LOTS 154 AND 179 OF MONTICEL- AM o’clock, on June 1, 2011 Said LO ESTATES ACCORDING TO THE premises are located in Lapeer Michigan and are PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN County, LIBER 3 OF PLATS, PAGES 40, 41, described as: COMMENCING 454 42 AND 43 OF LAPEER COUNTY FEET EAST OF THE NORTHWEST RECORDS. TOGETHER WITH A CORNER OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF 1992 ES STATESMEN HOMES THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION MANUFACTURED HOMES VIN # 5, TOWN 10 NORTH, RANGE 10 MYO3 56386ABF 4828 3B 2BA EAST; THENCE 296 FEET EAST; “WHICH, BY INTENTION OF THE THENCE 296 FEET SOUTH, PARTIES, SHALL CONSTITUTE A THENCE 296 FEET WEST; THENCE PART OF THE REALTY AND SHALL 296 FEET NORTH TO THE PLACE OF PASS WITH IT”. The redemption BEGINNING, RICH TOWNSHIP, period shall be 6 months from the LAPEER COUNTY, MICHIGAN. The date of such sale unless deter- redemption period shall be 6 mined abandoned in accordance months from the date of such sale with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which unless determined abandoned in with 1948CL case the redemption period shall accordance be 30 days from the date of such 600.3241a, in which case the sale. NATIONWIDE ADVANTAGE redemption period shall be 30 days MORTGAGE COMPANY from the date of such sale. GMAC LLC M o r t g a g e e / A s s i g n e e MORTGAGE, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. M o r t g a g e e / A s s i g n e e 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 35-1,37-1,39-1,41-1 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 35-1,37-1,39-1,41-1

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MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR IF YOU ARE IN BANKRUPTCY. Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian Ledger and Connie Lee Ledger, husband and wife, to Fifth Third Mor tgage - MI, LLC, Mor tgagee, dated October 25, 2007 and recorded November 7, 2007 in Liber 2295, Page 319, Lapeer County Records, Michigan.

Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mor tgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Thousand One Hundred Thir ty-Six and 14/100 Dollars ($300,136.14) including interest at 2.625% 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 Main entrance to the County Complex Bldg., 225 Clay St., Lapeer in Lapeer County, Michigan at 9:30 a.m. on JUNE 1, 2011.

Said premises are located in the Township of Dr yden, Lapeer County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: A parcel of land located in and being a part of the Northeast quarter of Section 5, Town 6 North, Range 11 East, Dryden Township, Lapeer County, Michigan, and being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at a point on the East line of Section 5, it being 40.83 feet North 01 degree 00 minutes 00 seconds East from the East quarter corner of said Section 5; thence extending North 01 degree 00 minutes 00 seconds East 332.48 feet along said East line; thence North 89 degrees 47 minutes 55 seconds West 1323.07 feet; thence South 00 degrees 40 minutes 50 seconds West 327.16 feet; thence South 89 degrees 34 minutes 08 seconds East 1321.18 feet to the point of beginning.

Parcel 2: A parcel of land located in and being a part of the Northeast quarter of Section 5, Town 6 North, Range 11 East, Dryden Township, Lapeer County, Michigan, and being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at a point on the East line of said Section 5, it being 373.31 feet North 01 degree 00 minutes 00 seconds East from the East quarter corner of said Section 5; thence extending North 01 degree 00 minutes 00 seconds East 331.56 feet along said East line; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 16 seconds West 1324.96 feet; thence South 00 degrees 40 minutes 50 seconds West 327.16 feet; thence South 89 degrees 47 minutes 55 seconds East 1323.07 feet to the point of beginning.

The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA ß600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights.

Dated: May 1, 2011 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File No. 200.5340 35-1,37-1,39-1,41-1

MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR IF YOU ARE IN BANKRUPTCY. Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard A. Knapp and Patricia L. Knapp, husband and wife, to Citizens First Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 3, 2003 and recorded June 18, 2003 in Liber 1732, Page 686, Lapeer County Records, Michigan.

Said mortgage is now held by Cenlar FSB by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Seven Thousand One Hundred Twenty-Seven and 90/100 Dollars ($67,127.90) including interest at 5.75% per annum.

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Main entrance to the County Complex Bldg., 225 Clay St., Lapeer in Lapeer County, Michigan at 9:30 a.m. on JUNE 1, 2011.

Said premises are located in the Township of Deerfield, Lapeer County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 corner of Section 1, Town 9 North, Range 10 East, Township of Deerfield, Lapeer County, Michigan; thence North 87 degrees 24 minutes West 500.50 feet along the East-West 1/4 line to the point of beginning; running thence North 87 degrees 24 minutes West 138.31 feet along the EastWest 1/4 line; thence North 00 degrees 34 minutes 07 seconds East 529.80 feet along an old fence line; thence South 87 degrees 24 minutes East 133.21 feet; thence South 00 degrees 01 minutes West 529.00 feet to the point of beginning. Being part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 1, Town 9 North, Range 10 East, Township of Deerfield, Lapeer County, Michigan.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA ß600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights.

Dated: May 1, 2011 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File No. 275.0180 35-1,37-1,39-1,41-1

MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR IF YOU ARE IN BANKRUPTCY. Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jason C Har well, married and Elisabeth A Rawling his wife, tenants by the entirety, to Kenwood Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated August 11, 2006 and recorded August 22, 2006 in Liber 2191, Page 683, Lapeer County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mor tgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Five Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Two and 16/100 Dollars ($95,872.16) including interest at 6.875% 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 Main entrance to the County Complex Bldg., 225 Clay St., Lapeer in Lapeer County, Michigan at 9:30 a.m. on JUNE 8, 2011.

Said premises are located in the Township of Elba, Lapeer County, Michigan, and are described as: Par t of the Nor thwest 1/4 of Section 7, Town 7 North, Range 9 East, Elba Township, Lapeer County, Michigan more particularly described as beginning at the Nor therly corner of Lot 18 of “Supervisor’s Plat of Lakeview” as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 50, Lapeer County Records; thence South 39 degrees 49 minutes 52 seconds East, along the Nor theasterly line of Lot 18, 150.94 feet (recorded as 150.00 feet); thence South 88 degrees 51 minutes 25 seconds East, along the South line of Lot 19, 59.93 feet (recorded as 60 feet); thence South 01 degree 11 minutes 07 seconds West, along the West line of Lot 20, 319.99 feet (recorded as 320.00) feet); thence North 88 degrees 53 minutes 06 seconds West, along the North line of Lot 21, 45.13 feet; thence North 40 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, along the Southwesterly line of Lot 15 extended, 401.48 feet to the Southerly right of way line of Lapeer Road M-21 so-called; thence North 50 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, along said Southerly right of way line, 200.00 feet to the point of beginning.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA ß600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights.

Dated: May 8, 2011 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File No. 200.7646 37-1,39-1,41-1,43-1

MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR IF YOU ARE IN BANKRUPTCY. Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sam J. Greco, a married person, to CitiMortgage, Inc. FKA Associates Home Equity Ser vices, Inc., Mortgagee, dated September 30, 1999 and recorded February 7, 2000 in Liber 1249, Page 0336, Lapeer County Records, Michigan.

There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Eight Thousand One Hundred Eighty-Five and 75/100 Dollars ($98,185.75) including interest at 5.64% 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 Main entrance to the County Complex Bldg., 225 Clay St., Lapeer in Lapeer County, Michigan at 9:30 a.m. on JUNE 15, 2011.

Said premises are located in the Township of Mayfield, Lapeer County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the West section line that is North 544.30 Feet from the Southwest corner of said Section 17; thence continuing North 308.15 Feet; thence along the centerline of drainage ditch, South 89 degrees 22 minutes 21 seconds East 196.78 Feet; thence continuing along said centerline, South 89 degrees 59 minutes 42 seconds East 261.40 Feet; thence continuing along said centerline, South 50 degrees 24 minutes 24 seconds East 261.40 Feet; thence along the South line of the North 1/2 of the South half of the Southwest Quar ter, Nor th 89 degrees 2 minutes 55 seconds West 32.36 Feet; thence South 52.00 Feet; thence Nor th 89 degrees 2 minutes 55 seconds West 213.00 Feet; thence South 61.00 Feet; thence Nor th 89 degrees 2 minutes 55 seconds West 230.61 Feet to the point of beginning.

The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA ß600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights.

Dated: May 15, 2011 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File No. 671.1803 39-1,41-1,43-1,45-1

MORTGAGE SALE Notice is hereby given that Default has occurred in a Mortgage given by Metamora Equity Partners, LLC, a limited liability company to Citizens Bank. The Mortgage is dated May 24, 2001 and was recorded on June 21, 2001 in Liber 1380 on pages 0882-0888 of the Lapeer County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt which is now One Hundred Eighty-Four Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Seven and 54/100 ($184,857.54) Dollars.

The Mortgage will be foreclosed by selling the property described below at a public auction to the highest bidder. The sale will be held on Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at 9:30 a.m., local time, at the main entrance of the County Complex Building, 255 Clay Street, Lapeer, Michigan which is the location of the Lapeer County Circuit Court. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, including interest, legal costs, attorney fees and any taxes or insurance which may be paid by the mortgagee before the sale.

The property to be sold is located in the Village of Metamora, Lapeer County, Michigan and is more specifically described in the Mortgage as: Commencing at a point at intersection of East line of Territorial Road with North line of Highway running East and West between Sections 9 and 16, Town 6 North, Range 10 East, Village of Metamora, Lapeer County, Michigan; thence East on North line of said Highway 230 feet; thence North in Northerly direction 140 feet; thence West 263 feet to a point on the East line of Territorial Road 174 feet from beginning; thence South along said East line of said Territorial Road 174 feet to Beginning.

The redemption period will expire six (6) months from the date of the sale.

Dated: April 17, 2011 CITIZENS BANK, a Michigan banking corporation PREPARED BY: DONALD H. ROBERTSON (P30498) WINEGARDEN, HALEY, LINDHOLM & ROBERTSON, P.L.C. G-9460 S. Saginaw Street, Suite A Grand Blanc, MI 48439 (810) 579-3600 31-1,33-1,35-1,37-1,39-1

MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR IF YOU ARE IN BANKRUPTCY. Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Craig Miller and Donna M. Miller, his wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mor tgagee, dated Januar y 12, 2007 and recorded February 28, 2007 in Liber 2241, Page 485, and An Affidavit of Scriveners Error was recorded 11/23/10 in Liber 2474 Page 37, Lapeer County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment. An Affidavit of Scriveners Error was recorded 11/23/10 in Liber 2474 Page 39, Lapeer County Records, Michigan.

There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Five Thousand FortyEight and 73/100 Dollars ($245,048.73) including interest at 6.875% 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 Main entrance to the County Complex Bldg., 225 Clay St., Lapeer in Lapeer County, Michigan at 9:30 a.m. on JUNE 8, 2011.

Said premises are located in the Township of Deer field, Lapeer County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 814 and Lot 815 of Deerfield Park Subdivision Number 2, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 30, Lapeer County Records.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights.

Dated: May 8, 2011 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File No. 671.0669 37-1,39-1,41-1,43-1

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MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR IF YOU ARE IN BANKRUPTCY. Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bradley W. Engle and Hope L. Engle, his wife, to CitiMortgage, Inc. successor by merger to CitiFinancial Mortgage Company, Inc., Mortgagee, dated May 17, 2006 and recorded May 25, 2006 in Liber 2168, Page 338, Lapeer County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred TwentyOne Thousand Two Hundred FortySeven and 23/100 Dollars ($121,247.23) including interest at 8.7% 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 Main entrance to the County Complex Bldg., 225 Clay St., Lapeer in Lapeer County, Michigan at 9:30 a.m. on JUNE 15, 2011.

Said premises are located in the Township of Lapeer, Lapeer County, Michigan, and are described as: The following described premises situated in the Township of Lapeer County of Lapeer and State of Michigan, to wit: Lot 3, Rolling Acres, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Plat Liber 2, Page 13, Lapeer County Records.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA ß600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights.

Dated: May 15, 2011 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File No. 671.2483 39-1,41-1,43-1,45-1

MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR IF YOU ARE IN BANKRUPTCY. Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rick J. Blakley and Barbara S. Blakley, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Quicken Loans, Mortgagee, dated January 5, 2006 and recorded January 13, 2006 in Liber 2129, Page 940, Lapeer County Records, Michigan.

Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment.

There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Five Hundred Nine Thousand Thirty-Four and 2/100 Dollars ($509,034.02) including interest at 5.875% 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 Main entrance to the County Complex Bldg., 225 Clay St., Lapeer in Lapeer County, Michigan at 9:30 a.m. on JUNE 15, 2011.

Said premises are located in the Township of Dr yden, Lapeer County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 4, Pine Crest Estates Condominium, according to the Master Deed, recorded in Liber 1091 on Pages 795 through 855, including any and all amendments thereto, and designated as Lapeer County Condominium Subdivision Plan Number 26, together with rights in general common elements and limited general common elements, as set forth in the above Master Deed, and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended.

The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights.

Dated: May 15, 2011 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File No. 671.2098

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IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY IN BANKRUPTCY OR HAVE RECEIVED A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY AS TO THIS OBLIGATION, THIS COMMUNICATION IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT IN VIOLATION OF THE AUTOMATIC STAY OR THE DISCHARGE INJUNCTION. IN SUCH CASE, PLEASE DISREGARD ANY PART OF THIS COMMUNICATION WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE FOREGOING. OTHERWISE, FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION FROM OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR NINE MONTHS, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AS YOU MAYBE ENTITLED TO THE BENEFITS OF THE SERVICEMEMBERS' CIVIL RELIEF ACT. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Alfonzo A. Andrade and Ana B. Andrade-Lucatero 375 West First Street Imlay City, MI 48444 County Lapeer State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331.

You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search /), telephone (517) 373-8370, TTY# 1-800-382-4568.

If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement.

You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738.

Dated: May 15, 2011 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 415.0023

IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY IN BANKRUPTCY OR HAVE RECEIVED A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY AS TO THIS OBLIGATION, THIS COMMUNICATION IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT IN VIOLATION OF THE AUTOMATIC STAY OR THE DISCHARGE INJUNCTION. IN SUCH CASE, PLEASE DISREGARD ANY PART OF THIS COMMUNICATION WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE FOREGOING. OTHERWISE, FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION FROM OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR NINE MONTHS, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AS YOU MAYBE ENTITLED TO THE BENEFITS OF THE SERVICEMEMBERS' CIVIL RELIEF ACT. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Heather Arnold and Timothy Brandon Richie 1229 Jefferson Street Lapeer, MI 48446 County Lapeer State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331.

You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search /), telephone (517) 373-8370, TTY# 1-800-382-4568.

If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement.

You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738.

Dated: May 15, 2011 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 676.0161

IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY IN BANKRUPTCY OR HAVE RECEIVED A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY AS TO THIS OBLIGATION, THIS COMMUNICATION IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT IN VIOLATION OF THE AUTOMATIC STAY OR THE DISCHARGE INJUNCTION. IN SUCH CASE, PLEASE DISREGARD ANY PART OF THIS COMMUNICATION WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE FOREGOING. OTHERWISE, FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION FROM OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR NINE MONTHS, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AS YOU MAYBE ENTITLED TO THE BENEFITS OF THE SERVICEMEMBERS' CIVIL RELIEF ACT. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Kurt J. Taylor 216 Burnside Road North Branch, MI 48461 County Lapeer State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331.

You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search /), telephone (517) 373-8370, TTY# 1-800-382-4568.

If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement.

You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738.

Dated: May 15, 2011 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 415.0026

IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY IN BANKRUPTCY OR HAVE RECEIVED A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY AS TO THIS OBLIGATION, THIS COMMUNICATION IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT IN VIOLATION OF THE AUTOMATIC STAY OR THE DISCHARGE INJUNCTION. IN SUCH CASE, PLEASE DISREGARD ANY PART OF THIS COMMUNICATION WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE FOREGOING. OTHERWISE, FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION FROM OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR NINE MONTHS, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AS YOU MAYBE ENTITLED TO THE BENEFITS OF THE SERVICEMEMBERS' CIVIL RELIEF ACT. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Donald C. Keko Jr and Melissa A. Keko 821 West Oregon Street Lapeer, MI 48446 County Lapeer State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331.

You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search /), telephone (517) 373-8370, TTY# 1-800-382-4568.

If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement.

You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738.

Dated: May 15, 2011 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 671.2572

SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Amy Meister and Kenton J. Meister, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 1242 BALDWIN ROAD, LAPEER, MI 48446 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-539-7400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. Amy Meister and Kenton J. Meister also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel).

If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 968-0738 (Tel). Pub Date: May 15, 2011 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335

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NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to ROBERT W. STEPNITZ, an unmarried man, the borrowers and/or mortgagor (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property located at: 1096 Highview Drive, Lapeer, MI 48446. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Johnson, Blumberg, and Associates, 5955 West Main Street, Suite 18, Kalamazoo, MI 49501 at 312-541-9710. The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from May 11, 2011, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after May 11, 2011. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of MichiganÇ Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 968-0738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: May 11, 2011 For more information, please call: 312-541-9710 Johnson, Blumberg & Associates Attorneys for Servicer 5955 West Main Street, Suite 18, Kalamazoo, MI 49501 File #: MI 11-2647

TOWNSHIP OF DRYDEN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Dryden Township Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on Monday, June 6, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. at the Dryden Township Hall, 4849 Dryden Rd., Dryden, Michigan, for the purpose of considering a petition submitted by: Joseph & Cindy Kovasity, vacant parcel is located on Jonathan Road, Dryden, MI., to allow an accessory building to be built prior to the residential home. Currently, Dryden Ordinance requires that no accessory building shall be erected in the SEII district prior to the construction (of the footings) of the residence.

Identified as tax parcel number 00-007-031-018-20 Any interested person may appear or be represented at the hearing to make comments or ask questions regarding the proposed variance. Written comments can be submitted to the Township Deputy Clerk at 4849 Dryden Road, Dryden, Michigan 48428 during regular business hours.

The Dryden Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting or public hearing upon ten (10) days notice to the Dryden Township Board.

Lynne Haynes, Deputy Clerk, Dryden Township

TOWNSHIP OF METAMORA

BUILDING, MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING CODE ENFORCEMENT ORDINANCE ORDINANCE #14.1 An Ordinance to designate the Township of Metamora as the enforcement agency in the Township for the Michigan Building, Residential and Energy Codes, the Michigan Plumbing Code, the Michigan Mechanical Code and the Michigan Electrical Code, in accordance with the provisions of Public Act 230 of 1972 as amended.

THE TOWNSHIP OF METAMORA ORDAINS: Section 1. Michigan Codes: The Township of Metamora is hereby designated the enforcing agency in the Township for the administration and enforcement of the 2009 Michigan Building, Residential, Energy, Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical Codes and all subsequent editions as promulgated by the Michigan Construction Code Commission pursuant to Act 230 of 1972 as amended.

Section 2. Inspectors/Enforcement Officers: The Township Board shall utilize appropriately qualified individuals to serve as inspectors and enforcement officers for the Building, Residential, Energy, Plumbing, Mechanical and Electrical Codes. In the alternative, the Township Board may, by motion, designate other agencies or individuals and enforcement officers as it shall choose. All inspectors and enforcement officers are authorized to issue appearance tickets for violations of the codes.

Section 3. Fees and Bonds: All fees for permits, bonds and inspections required pursuant to the enforcement of the Building, Residential, Energy, Plumbing, Electrical and Mechanical Codes shall be those established by motion of the Township Board.

Section 4. Penalties: Any person, firm or corporation who violates any of the provisions of this ordinance is responsible for a municipal civil infraction subject to payment of a civil fine of not less than $50.00, plus costs and other orders and sanctions which may be imposed by the court, for each infraction. Repeat offenses under this ordinance shall be subject to increased fines as provided for in the Civil Infraction Ordinance, Ordinance Number 46.0 Section 5. Repeal of Certain Related Ordinances: All prior ordinances adopted pursuant to the provisions of Act 230 of 1972 are hereby repealed in their entirety.

The undersigned Clerk and Supervisor of the Township of Metamora hereby certifies that this Ordinance was duly adopted by the Metamora Township Board on the 9th day of May, 2011 and was published in the County Press on the 15th day of May, 2011.

This ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after said date of publication.

It was moved by Derderian, supported by Bedford to adopt this ordinance at the regular Township Board meeting held on May 9, 2011.

Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Absent: 0 Motion Carried.

Jennie Dagher, Clerk Dave Best , Supervisor

TOWNSHIP OF METAMORA Civil Infraction Ordinance Ordinance No. 46.0

An ordinance establishing Municipal Civil Infraction Violations, enforcement procedures and providing general penalties and sanctions for violations of Township ordinances.

THE TOWNSHIP OF METAMORA ORDAINS: SECTION 1. DEFINITIONS: For the purpose of this Ordinance, certain terms are herein defined.

ACT: Act No. 236 of the Public Acts of 1961, as amended.

Authorized Official: Any public officer, agent or personal authorized by ordinance to issue municipal civil infractions and any police officer having jurisdiction within the Township.

Municipal Civil Infraction: An act or omission that is prohibited by any ordinance, but which is not a crime, and for which civil sanctions, including without limitation, fines, damages, expenses, and costs may be ordered, as authorized by Chapter 87 of Act No. 236 of the Public Acts of 1961, as amended. A municipal civil infraction is not a lesser included offense of a violation of this Ordinance that is a criminal offense.

Municipal Civil Infraction Action: A civil action in which the defendant is alleged to be responsible for a municipal civil infraction.

Municipal Civil Infraction Citation: A written complaint or notice prepared by an authorized official, directing a person to appear in court regarding the occurrence or existence of a municipal civil infraction violation by the person cited.

SECTION 2. GENERAL PENALTIES NAD SANCTIONS FOR VIOLATIONS OF ORDINANCES; CONTINUING VIOLATIONS; INJUCTIVE RELIEF. (A) Unless a violation of an ordinance is specifically designated in the ordinance as a Municipal Civil Infraction, the violation shall be deemed to be a misdemeanor.

(B) The sanction for a violation which is a Municipal Civil Infraction shall be a civil fine in the amount as provided by this Code or any Ordinance, plus any cost, damages, expenses, and other sanctions, as authorized under Chapter 87 of Act No. 236 of the Public Acts of 1961, as amended, and other applicable laws.

(1) Unless otherwise specifically provided for, the civil fine for particular Municipal Civil Infraction violation shall be not less than Fifty ($50.00) dollars, plus costs and other sanctions, for each infraction.

(2) Increased civil fines may be imposed for repeated violations by a person of any ordinance provision. As used in the Section, “repeated offense” means a second (or any subsequent) Municipal Civil Infraction violation of the same requirement or provision (i) committed by a person within any sixmonth period, unless some other period is specifically provided by Ordinance and (ii) for which the person admits responsibility or is determined to be responsible. Unless otherwise specifically provided by Ordinance for a particular Municipal Civil Infraction violation, the increased fine for a repeat offense shall be as follows: (A) The fine for any offense which is a first repeat offense shall be no less than One Hundred ($100.00) Dollars, plus costs.

(B) The fine for any offense which is second repeat offense or any subsequent repeat offense shall be no less than One Hundred Fifty ($150.00) Dollars, plus costs.

(C) A “violation” includes any act which is prohibited by any Ordinance of any omission or failure to act where the act is required by any Ordinance.

(D) Each day on which any violation of any Ordinance continues constitutes a separate offense and shall be subject to penalties or sanctions as a separate offense.

(E) In addition to any remedies available at law, the Township may bring an action for an injunction or other process against a person to restrain, prevent, or abate any violation of the Ordinance.

SECTION 3. ACTION: COMMENCEMENT A municipal civil infraction action may be commenced upon the issuance by an authorized official of a municipal civil infraction citation directing the alleged violator to appear in court SECTION 4. CITATIONS; ISSUANCE AND SERVICE Municipal civil infraction citations shall be issued and served by authorized officials as follows: (A) The time for appearance specified in a citation shall be within a reasonable time after the citation is issued.

(B) The place for appearance specified in a citation shall be the District Court.

(C) Each citation shall be numbered consecutively and shall be in a form approved by the State Court Administrator. The original citation shall be filed with the District Court. Copies of the citation shall be retained by the authorized official and issued to the alleged violator as provided by Section 8705 of the Act. (D) A citation for a municipal civil infraction signed by an authorized official shall be treated as made under oath if the violation alleged in the citation occurred in the presence of the official signing the complaint and if the citation contains the following statement immediately above the date and signature of the official: “I declare under penalty of perjury that the statements above are true to the best of my information, knowledge, and belief.”

(E) An authorized official who witnesses a person commit a municipal civil infraction shall prepare and subscribe, as soon as possible and as completely as possible, an original and required copies of a citation.

(F) An authorized official may issue a citation to a person if: (1) Based upon investigation, the official has reasonable cause to believe that the person is responsible for a municipal civil infraction; or

(2) Based upon investigation of a complaint by someone who allegedly witnessed the person commit a municipal civil infraction, the official has reasonable cause to believe that the person is responsible for an infraction and if the municipal attorney approves in writing the issuance of the citation.

(G) Municipal civil infraction citations shall be served by an authorized official as follows: (1) Except as provided by Section 4 (g) (2), an authorized official shall personally serve a copy of the citation upon the alleged violator.

(2) If the municipal civil infraction involves the use or occupancy of land, a building, or other structure, a copy of the citation does not need to be personally served upon the alleged violator, but may be served upon an owner or occupant of the land, building, or structure by posting the copy of the citation or attaching the copy to the building or structure. In addition, a copy of the citation shall be sent by first-class mail to the owner of the land, building, or structure at the owner’s last known address.

SECTION 5. CONTENTS (A) A municipal ordinance citation shall contain the name and address of the alleged violator, the municipal civil infraction alleged, the place where the alleged violator shall appear in court, the telephone number of the court, and the time at or by which the appearance shall be made.

(B) Further, the citation shall inform the alleged violator that he or she may do one of the following: (1) Admit responsibility for the municipal civil infraction by mail, in person, or by representative, at or by the time specified for appearance.

(2) Admit responsibility for the municipal civil infraction “with explanation” by mail by the time specified for appearance or, in person, or by representation.

(3) Deny responsibility for the municipal civil infraction by doing either of the following: (A) Appearing in person for an informal hearing before a judge or district court magistrate, without the opportunity of being represented by an attorney, unless a formal hearing before a judge is requested by the authorized official or municipal attorney.

(B) Appearing in court for a formal hearing before a judge, with the opportunity of being represented by an attorney.

(C) The Citation shall also inform the alleged violator of all of the following: (1) That if the alleged violator desires to admit responsibility “with explanation” in person or by representation, the alleged violator must apply to the court in person, by mail, by telephone, or by representation within the time specified for appearance and obtain a scheduled date and time for an appearance.

(2) That the alleged violator desires to deny responsibility, the alleged violator must apply to the court in person, by mail, by telephone, or by representation within the time specified for appearance and obtain a scheduled date and time to appear for hearing, unless a hearing date is specified on the citation.

(3) That a hearing shall be an informal hearing unless a formal hearing is requested by the alleged violator or the authorized official.

(4) That at an informal hearing the alleged violator must appear in person before a judge or district court magistrate, without the opportunity of being represented by an attorney.

(5) That at a formal hearing the alleged violator must appear in person before a judge with the opportunity of being represented by an attorney.

(D) The citation shall contain a notice in boldfaced type that the failure of the alleged violator to appear within the time specified in the citation or at the time scheduled for a hearing or appearance is a misdemeanor and will result in entry of a Default Judgment against the alleged violator on the municipal civil infraction.

SECTION 6. SEVERABILITY. The various parts, sections, and clauses of the Ordinance are hereby declared to be severable. If any part, sentence, paragraph, section, or clause is adjudged unconstitutional or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of the Ordinance shall not be affected thereby.

SECTION 7. EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall become effective on the date of publication specified below.

The undersigned Supervisor and Clerk of the Township of Metamora hereby certify that this ordinance was duly adopted by the Metamora Township Board at a meeting held on the 9th day of May, 2011 and was published in the County Press on the 15th day of May, 2011.

It was moved by Bedford, supported by Derderian to adopt this ordinance at the regular Township Board meeting held on May 9, 2011.

Ayes: Five Nays: None Absent: None Motion carried.

Jennie Dagher, Clerk David Best, Supervisor

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