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Edmore searching for village manager BRANDON SCHREUR

bschreur@staffordgroup.com EDMORE — Last December, the Edmore Village Council abruptly voted 5-2 to fire Neil Rankin as village manager by placing him on administrative leave with pay for four months until his contract expired.

With that expiration date rapidly approaching, village officials are now getting ready to start searching for a new manager.

“The Personnel Committee has been working on drafting up an advertisement for village manager,” Councilman John Moore said during the March 11 Village Council. “We looked over a bunch of our past advertisements to figure out what we’re looking for. We didn’t change it a whole lot from last time.”

The Personnel Committee is composed of Moore, Village President Gloria Burr and Councilman Jerry Rasmussen.

Marvin Johnson of Winfield Township, standing, asks a Consumers Energy representative whether Consumers Energy has ever considered using ethanol to power electricity during a renewable energy community forum Thursday at Montcalm Community College. — DN Photo | Elisabeth Waldon

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A BRIEF HISTORY OF EDMORE VILLAGE MANAGERS • David Arking was village manager from September 1992 to August 1996 when he resigned to become village manager of Middleville.

• Eric Dodson was village manager from October 1996 to December 2001, when he resigned to work as an attorney.

• Chris Wilson was village manager from July 2003 to February 2004 when he resigned to become the city manager in Algonac.

• Heath Kaplan was village manager for three months — June to October 2004. When Kaplan was on the job, conflict broke out among the council, causing the treasurer and three council members to resign.

• Paul Kluwe was village manager from July 2005 to September 2009 when he resigned to take a position in the automotive industry.

• Art Schuitema was village manager from September 2009 to March 2010. He resigned at the request of the Village Council.

• Karl Kluwe was village manager from April 2010 to May 2013, when he retired.

• Neil Rankin was village manager from July 2013 to June 2014 when the Village Council voted 4-2 to fire him without explanation. Partially as a result of this, three council members were voted out of office in November 2014.

• James Lower was village manager from October 2014 to April 2016 when he resigned to campaign for state representative with the Michigan House.

• Rankin was rehired as village manager in March 2016, but was ousted again in a 5-2 vote in December 2018.

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SIDNEY TOWNSHIP — Some Montcalm County residents have been receiving inquiries from solar and wind companies regarding the possibility of local renewable energy projects.

Ferris Township Treasurer Janice Jourdan is among those receiving phone calls.

“What would you say would be the probability of them really wanting to get involved in our local community?” Jourdan asked during a renewable energy community forum Thursday evening at Montcalm Community College.

“I would definitely open the door to let them come educate you and ask them for references and what other projects they have and visit other townships,” responded Trent Hilding, a Vestaburg-based agricultural attorney.

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by Planning Commission member John Johansen of Montcalm Township.

“It’s nice to see you all,” Johansen told the sizable audience. “We’re a little surprised at this turnout, but it’s great and we appreciate it.”

Hilding provided those in attendance with some free legal advice for anyone who has been or may be approached by a solar or wind company looking to utilize Montcalm County land.

“They’ve approached you, now what?” Hilding summarized. “It’s great if somebody approaches you, but there’s a lot of steps that come after that, the township, the zoning, and all those steps need to be followed.”

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STANTON — Although Craig and Andrea Lake appeared separately in Montcalm County’s 64B District Court, their emotional response during arraignment was nearly the same.

The Morley husband and wife were arrested around 2:30 a.m. Friday by Michigan State Police troopers with assistance from the Greenville Department of Public Safety. They were arraigned Friday afternoon in alleged connection to a shooting Thursday afternoon near Lakeview in Belvidere Township.

Police responded to the shooting in the 1000 block of Bluebird Lane on Townline Lake. Initial reports indicate a drug-related altercation occurred and several gunshots were heard before vehicles were observed

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Hill was doing well as of Friday, according to Michigan State Police Lt. Christian Clute.

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The Lakes are charged with armed robbery, which carries a possible life sentence, and possessing a firearm while committing a felony, which carries a maximum two years consecutive sentences.

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TODAY’S OBITUARIES

GAS SURVEY Area motorists are paying an average of $2.849 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, according to a Daily News survey of 20 area service stations conducted Friday. Here is a list of the area gasoline prices surveyed: IONIA COUNTY $2.849 average ($2.679 last week) BELDING Wesco $2.819 IONIA Pilot Travel Center $2.899 PORTLAND Speedway $2.939 SARANAC Gulf $2.749 KENT COUNTY $2.889 average ($2.789 last week) CEDAR SPRINGS Speedway $2.869 GOWEN Tow’s Country Store $2.949 NORTHEAST GRAND RAPIDS Exxon $2.859 SAND LAKE Wesco $2.869 MONTCALM COUNTY $2.819 average ($2.769 last week) CARSON CITY Shell $2.889 CRYSTAL Citgo $2.879 EDMORE The Depot $2.719 GOWEN Gowen General Store $2.799 GREENVILLE Marathon (north) $2.679 Mr. T’s $2.699 Murphy USA $2.759 HOWARD CITY Rustic Sports Shop $2.859 LAKEVIEW Village Pantry $2.919 SHERIDAN Shell $2.889 SIX LAKES Marathon $2.899 STANTON Mobil $2.889

POLICE REPORTS BELDING POLICE Police reports were unavailable for Thursday.

GREENVILLE POLICE Officers responded to 12 incidents Thursday, including: • Suspicious situation/person/vehicle, 3:35 a.m., S. Greenville West.

• Dangerous drugs, 3:13 p.m., S. Lafayette.

• Gas or flammable liquid spill, 7:14 p.m., E. Carson City.

• Animals at large, 9:30 p.m., E. Summit.

MONTCALM COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Deputies responded to 12 incidents Thursday, including: • Three property damage accidents.

• Three agency assists.

• Two suspicious situations.

• Car-deer accident, 1:04 p.m., S. Crystal and E. Holland Lake.

MONTCALM COUNTY CENTRAL DISPATCH Firefighters to the following incidents on Thursday: • Carbon monoxide, 8:25 a.m., E. Sanders, Richland Township Fire Department.

• Hazardous materials, 11:35 a.m., S. Vickeryville, Sheridan Community Fire Department.

• Hazardous materials, 7:11 p.m., E. Carson City, Greenville Department of Public Safety.

• Hazardous materials, 7:38 p.m, N. Greenville West, Greenville Department of Public Safety.

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GETTING IT RIGHT

A shooting in Lakeview took place Thursday, not Friday. The date was incorrect in Friday’s issue of the Daily News.

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BERWIN “BERDIE” BOW Berwin A. “Berdie” Bow age 90 of Greenville passed away Wednesday March 27, 2019 at Spectrum Health United Campus Greenville.

He was born in Greenville on May 18, 1928 the son of Vincent and Laurel I. (Britzman) Bow. He was a graduate of Greenville High School and a veteran of the US Army. He was married to Betty M. Bierly in Greenville on September 30, 1950 and worked many years for Vincent Bow and Sons Fuel and Heating Co. He retired from Extruded Metals in Belding after several years of service. He was a member of the Ray I. Booth Post # 101 American Legion and also the VFW. He enjoyed golfing on many leagues, fishing and sports, especially U of M and the Lions and Tigers. Berdie also was proud of his home and working in his yard and landscape on Youngman Road for over 60 years. The most important thing to him, however, was his family who he loved immensely and cherished every moment spent with them.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Betty, on October 30, 1997. He was also

preceded in death by his brothers and their wives, Arlin “Artie” (Grace) Bow and Raymond (Verna) Bow and his sister-in-law and husband, Jean and Dale Hubbs.

He is survived by his children; Gary (Mary) Bow of Umatilla OR, Charles (Tammi) Bow

of Belding and Theresa (Steven) Thomsen of Greenville, his grandchildren, Bryan (Hilda), Scott (Tamara), Troy (Dominique), Kevin, Cassandra, Chelsea, Keisha (Jeremy), Kristen (Vincent), Melissa and Connor, 19 great grandchildren, nieces nephews and cousins.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday April 3, 2019 at 11 a.m. from Hurst Funeral Home with Pastors Jeff Meyer and Don Spachman officiating. Military Honors will be given

by Post #101 American Legion. Burial will be Rest Haven Memory Gardens, Belding. Visitation will be held on Tuesday April 2 from 5 – 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Lung Association, American Diabetes Association or a Charity of your choosing.

Memories and messages of condolence may be sent via hurstfh.com.

NANCY SPENCER Nancy E. Spencer, age 75, of Belding, passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2019.

She was born on December 11, 1943, In Hinsdale, IL, to the late Owen & Elizabeth (Williams) Crater.

Nancy married Floyd R. Spencer on May 11, 1962, in Ionia, MI. They shared almost 57 years of marriage together.

Nancy enjoyed BINGO, dancing, singing and music. She loved people, was very social and always happy. Her family was the most important thing to her, and were her pride and joy. Nancy was a member of the VFW Post #4406 Auxiliary of Belding.

She is survived by her husband, Floyd Spencer; three children, Ron (Brenda), Wil (Deb) and Dawn (Brian); grandchildren, Scott (Sadie), Tia (Curtis), Meagan, Chris (Casey) Shafer, Kevin (Jenny) Kodat, Steve Kodat, Alex

great-great grandchildren on the way; sister, Joyce Finkhouse and brother, Richard Crater.

She is preceded in death by her parents and three siblings.

A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, April 14th, 2019 at 3 p.m. at the VFW Post #4406 of Belding, 114, N. Bridge Street, Belding.

Honoring her wishes, cremation will take place. To send a message of sympathy to the family, sign Nancy’s online guest book, or to share a favorite memory, please visit: www.

ChristiansenCares.com.

Arrangements were entrusted to Christiansen Cremation & Funeral Care, Greenville.

(Amber) Arnold, Paige Arnold and Taylor Arnold; fifteen Great-grandchildren; and two

LAWRENCE COTTRELL preceded in death by his grandparents and parents.

Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 6, 2019 at New Hope Church of God, Belding with Rev. Kelley Munger officiating.

Visitation will be one hour before the service.

Memorials may be given to New Hope Church of God. Envelopes will be available at Johnson-Feuerstein Funeral Home, Belding or at the church. To share a message of condolence, light a candle in Larry’s memory or order flowers; please visit www.jffh.com.

Lawrence “Larry” V. Cottrell, 64, of Belding, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at home. Larry was born on May 26, 1954 in Belding, the son of Lawrence Sr. and Jacquelyn (Kellogg) Cottrell.

He moved to Muskegon with his family in 1963. Larry graduated with the Class of 1972 from Muskegon Orchard View High School and after high school he moved back to Belding where he lived until his death. Larry was a member of the NRA, AARP and the NAMC clubs. He attended New Hope Church of God in Belding.

Larry is loved and survived by his brother and sister-in-law; Christopher and Esther Cottrell of Ohio, two nephews; Nathan (Katherine) Cottrell and Aaron Cottrell. He was

UPCOMING AND PENDING SERVICES TODAY Betty Sue “Red” Burns — 1 p.m., Hurst Funeral Home, Greenville.

Roger Giddings — 3 p.m., Smith & Brown Funeral Home, Hicksville, Ohio.

Henry J. Vondett — Noon, Crystal Congregational Church.

MONDAY Eugene “Gene” Minikey — 5 to 7 p.m., Simpson Family Funeral Home, Sheridan.

Jerome Vandenburg — 11 a.m., Shiloh Community Church, Orleans. (Christiansen Cremation & Funeral Care, Greenville)

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James “JD” Kinney — Noon, Greenville Church of the Nazarene.

Marny Woodworth — 5 to 7 p.m. Verdun Family Funeral Home, Belding.

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Ionia to host ‘Lip Sync Battle’ on April 14 MEGHAN NELSON

mnelson@staffordgroup.com IONIA — Residents should start practicing their miming skills in preparation for Ionia’s Lip Sync Battle on April 14.

Jenna Perry, an Ionia Community Awareness Board member, is a “huge fan” of Paramount Network’s (formerly Spike) show “Lip Sync Battle” and wanted to find a way to bring the miming competition to Ionia while benefitting the Ionia Theater.

Perry sees the theater as a valuable community resource, offering community events and movie tickets for $7 for adults.

“We, as a community, need to pull together through fundraising events and volunteering to keep this awesome venue in great condition for everyone’s continued enjoyment, she explained.

By combining her love for “Lip Sync Battle” and the Ionia Theater, she came up with the idea for Ionia’s own Lip Sync Battle as a way to raise money for the theater.

“We are hoping to offset costs to allow families to continue enjoying our local theater for years to come,” Perry explained.

The competition is for 12 group or solo acts to show off their performance skills while lip-syncing in front of an audience. First, second and third place winners will take home $500, $250 and $100, respectively, and there will also be an additional prize for the audience favorite.

“This is the easiest way for them to win some money and us to give it away,” said Mike Cronk, an officer with Ionia Department of Public Safety. “I’m excited to see someone get out of their comfort zone and have a good time.”

On television, celebrities LL Cool J and Chrissy Teigen co-host the show, and Cronk and Perry are going to try and do their best to fill their shoes as the emcees of Ionia Lip Sync Battle.

“I don’t have the muscles like LL Cool J, but I’m going to try and be just as entertaining,” Cronk said.

Organizers are hoping performers will offer the bulk of the entertainment, and they encourage participants to be creative with props, costumes and choreography.

“People are nervous, but you don’t have to sing,” Cronk assured. “We hit play and they perform.”

As long as the music is family-friendly, participants can perform to any song of their choosing, as long as a previous applicant hasn’t chosen the song.

For those wanting to watch the performances, admission tickets can be purchased at the door on the day of the event for $5, and Perry emphasized the event will be family-friendly Those interested in performing in Ionia’s Lip Sync Battle have until 7 p.m. April 7 to submit applications. The performance starts at 2 p.m. April 14 at the Ionia Theater.

Applications are available at the Ionia Theater and at www.cityofionia.org/ionia-theatre online. There is also a Facebook page for the event, which can be found by searching “Ionia Lip Sync Battle.”

Calley invites residents to attend local office hours

Outman to host office hours

Submitted by Rep. Calley’s office

Submitted by Sen. Outman’s office

State Rep. Julie Calley welcomes residents to office hours in four communities in April.

Calley, R-Portland, will give a legislative update to attendees. Then, if residents have individual concerns, she will take one on one meetings.

Calley will meet with constituents on the following dates: • April 12, from 11 a.m. to noon at Revival Café and Market, 75 N. Bridge St. in Saranac; • April 15, from 11 a.m. to noon at The Local Grind, 117 S. Grove St. in Delton; • April 22, from 11 a.m. to noon at the City of Portland, 259 Kent St. in Portland; and • April 22, from 1 to 2 p.m. at Hastings City Hall, 201 E. State St. in Hastings.

“I deeply appreciate the insight that I receive during local office hours,” said Calley. “The recent budget proposal has sparked substantial feedback, and I am eager to hear from more community members.”

No appointment is necessary. Residents unable to attend scheduled office hours may send their questions and ideas to Calley via email at JulieCalley@house.mi.gov or by calling her at (517) 373-0842.

State Sen. Rick Outman, R-Six Lakes, will hold office hours with constituents in April throughout the 33rd Senate District.

The senator will be available to answer questions and provide information and assistance, as well as take suggestions on issues affecting communities and businesses in the district. No appointment is necessary.

Outman’s upcoming office hours are as follows: • 2 to 3 p.m. April 5 at Alma College, Tyler-Van Dusen Campus Center Rotunda, 614 Superior St. in Alma.

• 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. April 8 at Ferris University, University Center Room 211, 805 Campus Drive in Big Rapids.

• Noon to 1 p.m. April 12 at White Pine District Library, 106 E. Walnut St. in Stanton.

• 11 a.m. to noon April 22 at Pere Marquette District Library, 185 E. Fourth St. in Clare.

For more information or to contact Outman, visit www.SenatorRickOutman.com or call (517) 373-3760.

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Montcalm County renewable energy projects

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Continued from Page 1A representatives have different approaches to landowners. Hilding said solar companies send out a lot of mailers regarding land leasing, while wind companies are more orchestrated and organized as they need the approval of township boards for local projects.

Some of Hilding’s advice: • Always negotiate: Some renewable energy companies are looking to lease land (a more flexible and temporary arrangement), while others are pursuing easements (a more permanent arrangement that will likely stay with the property even if the property is later sold). Hilding warned against any “high-pressure approach” to sign an agreement and recommended landowners always negotiate for what they want.

“If you don’t get an option to negotiate it, it’s probably not what you want to do,” he said. “You can negotiate whatever you want to make sure you’re protected.”

• Read the fine print: Hilding noted some agreements place restrictions on property use, such as farming, hunting, etc. He advised reading through all these details to make sure landowners understand their rights before signing anything.

• Consider local zoning: Hilding recommended property owners talk with their local township board officials to learn what, if any, ordinances exist for solar and wind projects.

“You need to make sure you’re thinking through the zoning side of things and the lease,” Hilding said. “The large landowners can’t just gear up and make it happen, there’s going to be a lot of naysayers at local meetings. If you are in favor of these things, you need to make sure to do your homework and talk to people who have these projects in other townships.”

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Montcalm County Planning Commission Chairman S. Michael Scott of Howard City addresses the audience during a renewable energy community forum Thursday at Montcalm Community College. — DN Photo | Elisabeth Waldon • How will you get paid?: Hilding noted some renewable energy projects start with several years of testing on the progeny, then actual construction and then actual operation. He emphasized that property owners should have in writing how they will be paid throughout all these different stages.

“Make sure you understand the payments and the schedule of how things are going to get paid,” he said. “Make sure you know how you’re compensated all the way through this thing.”

• Get everything in writing: “Make sure you do your research and do your homework,” Hilding summarized. “I mean, (the

year) 2040, some of these things are futuristic plans that our kids and grandkids are going to be seeing.”

Montcalm County Planning Commission Chairman S. Michael Scott noted Eureka and Pine townships already have good wind energy ordinances created and Home Township is in the process of working on their own ordinance.

The Montcalm County Planning Commission will next meet at 3:30 p.m. April 15 on the third floor of the Montcalm County Administrative Building in Stanton. The meeting is open to the public and anyone interested in discussing solar and wind energy is welcome to attend.

Lakeview shooting suspects arraigned Continued from Page 1A ences for April 10 and their preliminary examinations for April 17, but their steadiness began to waiver when Eggleston heard statements from Nave, Shearer and Chief Assistant Prosecutor Chris Hekman’s statements regarding bond.

“Mr. Lake has no prior criminal record to speak of, he has lifelong ties to the community here,” said Nave on behalf of Craig.

Nave also pointed out Craig turned himself in as a reason for the judge to set a “reasonable bond.” However, Hekman requested bond be set at $500,000.

“While Mr. Lake did turn himself in, it was after he and his codefendant attempted to scrounge up some gas money to leave the area. They were unsuccessful, which is why they turned themselves in,” Hekman said. “This is a serious crime, and a number of rounds were discharged at the victim. We’re lucky we’re not here on a homicide charge.”

Hekman also pointed out Craig’s phone call to Montcalm County Central Dispatch, in which Craig allegedly laid out his actions. Hekman said, “the likelihood of a conviction here is high.”

Hearing this, Craig placed

On the televisions screen at right, Craig Lake, 31, of Morley appeared via video in Montcalm County’s 64B District on Friday. He and his wife, Andrea Lake, were arrested early Friday morning in alleged connection to a shooting in Belvidere Township on Thursday. — DN Photo | Meghan Nelson his head in his hands, covering his eyes.

When Craig heard Eggleston’s order for a bond of $250,000 cash or surety and the no-contact order with his wife, Craig became visibly upset, putting his hands to his face and sighing loudly.

Andrea calmly listened to Eggleston list her charges, but, like her husband, as she heard arguments concerning her bond, she became visibly upset.

Shearer told Eggleston she

doesn’t consider Andrea, a fiveyear Morley resident, a flight risk, and while Andrea does have two prior misdemeanors, she does not have any felonies on her record.

Andrea remained calm until Shearer brought up her 3-yearold son, at which point the defendant began to cry. The child is currently being taken care of by relatives, according to police.

“She has roots in the community … and has essentially been a lifelong resident of the

state and that would warrant a reasonable bond,” Shearer said.

But Hekman countered Eggleston should revoke bond or set a high bond because of the seriousness of the charges.

“Short of murder, this is the most serious offense you can have,” he said. “She really swung for the fences with her first felony it would appear.”

Shearer had to gently quiet an emotional Andrea when Hekman alleged her child was present during Thursday’s incident.

“I understand there is a retail fraud third degree from several years ago, but in this matter, she has no felonies,” said Shearer over Andrea’s sniffling. “Even given the seriousness of the charges, there has been no evidence presented at this time, and I believe she does have the right to a reasonable bond in this matter.”

Eggleston pointed out Andrea is facing three serious charges.

“At this point in time, based on the serious nature of the charges here and the further protection of the community, I will set bond at $500,000 cash or surety,” the magistrate said.

Eggleston ordered Andrea to have no contact with Craig, and both defendants are prohibited from contacting the victim, Hill.

Edmore searching for village manager Continued from Page 1A

Rankin says he’s happy working in Montrose.

“We’re doing quite well over here,” he said. “The council over here really seems to like me, and we’ve managed to take on a lot of different projects. It’s a little bit of a drive, but I really like being involved in this community.”

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Since Rankin’s firing, Burr has taken over many of the village manager’s day-to-day responsibilities.

The new manager position is being advertised as part-time and pays up to $45,000 in salary per year. The village’s job posting on Monster.com is listed as follows: “The Village of Edmore Is seeking candidates for the position of Village Manager. This is a part time position. Wages up to $45,00.00 (sic) in salary per year. With no health insurance, While Vacation (sic), sick, and personnel (sic) days are negotiable. Responsibilities include but are not limited to oversite (sic) of departments.

Enforcement of Village ordinances, recommending actions to the Village council, implementation of council policies and attending various Village meetings. A minimum of a Bachelor Degree in public administration experience is required.”

Applicants for the position are being accepted until April 15. Anyone interested in the job can submit their resume via mail to Village of Edmore, Attn: Personnel Committee, P.O. Box 170 Edmore, MI 48829-170.

Burr told the Daily News the village is hoping the job posting will catch the attention of a variety of people who might be interested in the position.

“We’re just running the ads right now and then going to be reviewing them in the future,” she said. “We’re keeping it short and sweet.”

In 2014, Rankin experienced a similar situation to the one he faced last December when his one-year contract was not renewed in a 4-2 vote by the Edmore Village Council. He returned to the position in 2016 when a newly elected Village Council unanimously voted to re-hire him after Jim Lower resigned to run for state representative.

Rankin, who is also the manager for the city of Montrose, told the Daily News he wishes Edmore good fortune in their search.

“Edmore has so much potential location-wise,” Rankin said. “I tried to do as much with it as I could while I was there, I just hope (the council) is happy with their decision…There are a lot of things that need to be done in the village and it’ll be a challenge for whoever takes the job, but I wish them the best of luck.”

know she hates me. I mean you can tell when someone doesn’t like you. It’s so obvious.

Her tone is always cold, emotionless — never a smile in her voice. I don’t know what she’s got against me but it’s clear, we’re not friends, just mere acquaintances. She has to deal with me. She doesn’t choose to.

On top of her rude attitude, she acts like I’m stupid. And she repeats herself over and over and over — like I’m just too dumb to understand what she’s saying.

I’m talking about my GPS navigational device, of course.

My husband calls her by name. I don’t know why. I don’t call her anything, except irritating. And I don’t trust her either.

Oh, yes, sometimes she gets me right where I need to go and makes it seem easy. But there are other times she screws it all up and leaves me fumbling. My friend say when hers starts in, she just says to it, “Liar.”

Now I’m gonna come clean.

I have a serious handicap. I am directionally challenged, and I mean completely. When I was put together, they did something wrong, all wrong. Whatever direction I feel I should go in is always, always, completely wrong. You can bet money on it.

I come to a dead end. I know deep inside that I should turn left, so of course, I turn right as my internal system is 100 percent wrong, each and every time.

My family knows this to be true, however they still laugh at me. That’s no way to treat someone with a problem.

I don’t think counseling would help, nor medication. I am just plain up a creek without a paddle when it comes to a true sense of direction. And, as life would have it, my mate has one that is never wrong. He thinks direction. He has this weird thing where he always has to know which way is North. I have never given one thought to where north is in my whole life. I could live the rest of my days without ever thinking about north.

We will land by plane in a new town and he’ll ask the first person he sees, “Which way is North?” Are ya kiddin’ me?

That thought would never ever cross my brain. Who gives a rip?

When I have to think North in Greenville, I mentally have to go back to Grand Rapids and think it through from there.

When I lived in Grand Rapids, for some odd reason, I really did know North, South, East and West. It was easy there, but never after that.

I know we lived in East Lansing, because it was called East Lansing. When people would ask what part of Spain we lived in, I would reply, “Middle.” Good enough!

There are others who have problems with their GPS ladies.

I remember David Letterman saying that even his GPS lady wasn’t speaking to him.

I think it’s rather irritating to hear the same voice all the time. And why is she a woman?

Perhaps it would work better if it was a man. It could be a pirate. “Hey, matey, turn this vessel around.” Kinda cute.

Perhaps a voice like Sean Connery would be nice. I wouldn’t want to have it sound like Woody Allen. Nah, that wouldn’t ease me on down the road very well. Perhaps a jersey accent. “You lookin’ at me? Turn left before I bust your chops.” Kind of a Sopranos thing.

Or what about a breathy Marilyn Monroe voice. “Happy Birthday, Mr. President. Oh, it’s not your birthday and you’re not a president? Well, turn left anyway.”

I guess any other voice would do. Just not the one I have.

I swear mine gives me a big disgusted sigh and sarcastically chides me with, “Recalculating.

Recalculating.”

As a person who has an internal system which says, “You are here. Now what?” I clearly need help.

Perhaps I just need a new navigational device. One with a better attitude. One who wants to be my friend and not be so darn bossy all the time.

Yeah, I’m thinking that if I can just get her some relationship counseling, we might be able to work this thing out. But I don’t think I will ever give a rip about where North is.

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Promoting positive, purposeful parenting with a little thissa and thatta

s March marches by, I am mindful that it is Parenting Time Awareness month in Michigan. I am thankful and proud to live in a state where parenting awareness is recognized and promoted. Each March, I am compelled to pause and reflect on the impact and importance to our community of positive, purposeful parenting.

I always enjoyed reading John Stafford’s Thissa and Thatta column in the Daily News.

In it, he made observations, shared insight and information about a variety of topics. For some unknown reason, as I was formulating thoughts in preparation Suzanne for these observations, Kreeger John’s column came to mind. So in honor of him, here is a little Thissa and Thatta on positive, purposeful parenting: Positive, purposeful parenting is intentional. While this may seem obvious, it may call upon us to take a look back.

Parenting in what I call the default mode, meaning the way you were parented, is optional. Making peace with the past and parenting in a healthy, intentional manner go hand in hand.

Self-examination and analysis is certainly not a new concept; Socrates, who is attributed with the adage that, “the unexamined life is not worth living,” encouraged mankind to not just live under the rules of others in a continuous routine without examining what one actually wants out of life. Taking a look

back, reconciling any hurtful moments from when you were parented and realizing that they may have helped to propel you to the person you are today is important.

Were the parenting techniques your parent or parents utilized in raising you in keeping with what we now know as best parenting practices? If not, the beauty of the human intellect is that we can make changes for the better. By dwelling on the good, focusing on the positive, discarding the bad and learning from the past, we can move ahead in a healthy manner. As we do that, intentionally seeking out information, advice and support, serves us well in our role of molding the next generation.

Parenting is a journey that spans the lifetime. As we all know, our children do not come with instruction booklets but thankfully, there is a host of information available to help us on this important journey. Here are some neat parenting related resources and opportunities: • www.the 20minuteguide.com: This website provides important parenting tips and talks about love being not just a noun but a verb. It uses the word LOVE as an acronym for Listening, Offering, Validating and Empathizing as a healthy way to engage in effective communication with our children.

• www.cdc.gov/acestudy: From my perspective of working in the court system, keeping our children safe, setting limits and modeling appropriate conduct and healthy habits are vitally important for their success in life. We know from research posted here that adverse childhood experiences have a

direct impact on our children’s overall mental health and well-being. This fascinating research about the impact of ACEs on children is well worth exploring.

• Partnership for Drug-Free Kids at www.drugfree.org/resources has published Six Parenting Practices to help reduce the chances your child will develop a drug or alcohol problem and is definitely worth the read.

• For parents with younger children our local Great Start initiatives, at www.greatstartmontcalm and www. greatstartionia are extremely helpful providing information and parent support groups.

• Locally, on April 13, there will be a free symposium at the Greenville High School from 9 a.m. to noon where three speakers, Ruth Rondon, who was trafficked as a child, Judge Linda Davis whose daughter suffers from addiction and Esther Combs, our local Trauma Champion will be speaking on trauma, ACES, Addiction and Recovery.

As you go about the important business of intentionally parenting your children, please remember to delight in them and enjoy the journey — laugh, take pictures, write down the funny and endearing things they say because, before you know it, they are going to be all grown up.

Suzanne Kreeger is the chief judge of Ionia and Montcalm counties.

The opinions expressed in the Guest View do not necessarily represent the opinions of the Daily News.

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Right to life Dear Editor, he right to life is one of the founding principles of our country.

Unfortunately, this year, states including New York and Virginia, have considered troubling laws that would allow for the termination of a child after it has been born.

As the controversial governor of Virginia put it, “The infant would be delivered, the infant would be kept comfortable, the infant would be resuscitated if that’s what the mother and the family desired.”

Rightly, Americans have been horrified by the prospect of these laws that would allow infants to be left to die after they are born. Every person is entitled to the right to life and that is why I am a co-sponsor of H.R. 962, the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, proposed by Congresswoman Ann Wagner of Missouri. This bill would require health care providers to exercise the same skill, care and diligence to preserve life that is reasonable for any child born.

Unfortunately, Democrats are blocking the legislation in committee. So to bring the bill up for a vote in the House, I will be signing a discharge petition to move the bill directly to the floor. If enough members sign the petition, the legislation will come up for a vote.

This is an issue of life and every member of Congress should show their constituents where they stand. I hope my colleagues will join me in signing the discharge petition to bring this legislation up for a vote.

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Support Special Olympics Dear Editor, o any people with children that have participated or are planning to participate to the Special Olympics, living or passed, please send your photos of Special Olympians to the United States Department of Education at 400 Maryland Ave., Washington, DC, 20202 or to betsydevos@ed.gov. The Department of Education’s phone number is 1-800-872-5325.

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A century of experience T

here were nearly 100 years in political experience sitting around the Off the Record table in studio C the other day as four former state Senate leaders demonstrated how the system is supposed to work.

They laughed. They did a little pontificating. They were a living witness to their friendship, trust and desire to serve and it was great to watch.

And the take away was crystal clear: because of term limits, current well-intentioned lawmakers have a heavy, if not impossible lift, to emulate what John Cherry, Bob Emerson, Danny DeGrow and Ken Sikkema had and still have.

They all served together and year by year they built a relationship that is still providing benefits to the state even though they are no longer in office.

Current lawmakers are not around long enough to construct the same deep and abiding bond.

Messrs. Cherry, DeGrow and Sikkema got together earlier this year and crafted a road fix package that included a 47-cent a gallon gas tax hike. And while all the players in town scoffed and dismissed it as folly, several weeks later, official Lansing was stunned when the new governor embraced a 45-cent increase.

Asked what the chances are that she would squeeze that out of a GOP Legislature, the trio gave it low marks but there was a sense that a smaller amount would be adopted.

The fact that a bipartisan veteran

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group of ex-lawmakers felt the calling to do something and found a compromise, set into motion the dialogue that laid the foundation for a long term road fix.

Ex-Senator DeGrow was not part of the group but he told the story about how these guys years ago found a way to get the job done based on their longterm relationships. Republican DeGrow and Democrat Emerson had assigned the sticky worker’s compensation reform effort to two of their colleagues.

It was a messy, ugly and confrontational argument between business and labor as business demanded a cut in worker benefits and the unions would not budge. The debate heated over and the two lawmakers assigned by the leaders to get it done stopped talking to each other.

“Bob and I went into a room and in three hours we wrote the worker’s comp bill,” recounts Mr. DeGrow while quickly adding the salient point: “We could not have done that had we not had that long-term relationship.”

The message that unfolded during the TV exchange was that experience also counts in the political process but for some reason, the electorate has demonstrated on numerous occasions it doesn’t give two hoots about hands-on, in the trenches knowledge about how to make government solve problems.

Rick Snyder ran against Virg Bernero with zero political experience and beat the career politician.

Donald Trump ran against a career politician and won.

But these former lawmakers make the case for having experience and they are hopeful that Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, with 14 years in the house and senate on her resume, can help to guide “her partners” in the Legislature to feasible compromises on roads, no-fault and the budget.

There aren’t there yet but their relationship building effort is only three months old compared to the decades the former senators enjoyed.

Maybe if the governor and the House GOP speaker Lee Chatfield and Senate GOP leader Mike Shirkey watched these four former friends in action, it might provide some inspiration to go where the ex-lawmakers have been and where the new folks should go for the betterment of all of you.

Tim Skubick is a syndicated political newspaper columnist who also anchors and produces the weekly PBS show “Off the Record.”

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ATTEND A MEETING The Montcalm County Board of Commissioners meet at 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. second Mondays for committees and 6 p.m. fourth Mondays for full board at the Montcalm County Administrative Building at 211 W. Main St. in Stanton.

TELEPHONE OR EMAIL DISTRICT 1 (Greenville): Jeremy Miller (231) 206-0178 or district1@montcalm.us DISTRICT 2 (Eureka and Fairplains townships and Greenville): Brendan Mahar (616) 255-5289 or bmahar@ montcalm.us DISTRICT 3 (Bloomer, Bushnell, Fairplains and Evergreen townships, Carson City and Sheridan): Betty Kellenberger (989) 584-3484 or district3@montcalm.us DISTRICT 4 (Crystal, Ferris and Richland townships): Chris Johnston (989) 330-3264 or cjohnston@montcalm.us DISTRICT 5 (Day, Home and Evergreen townships and Stanton): Phil Kohn (310) 612-6898 or pkohn@montcalm.us DISTRICT 6 (Cato, Belvidere, Douglass and Winfield townships): Patrick Q. Carr (989) 352-8129 or district6@ montcalm.us DISTRICT 7 (Reynolds and Winfield townships): Ron Baker (231) 937-5465 or district7@montcalm.us DISTRICT 8 (Maple Valley, Pierson and Pine townships): Tom Porter (231) 894-1000 or district8@montcalm.us DISTRICT 9 (Montcalm, Sidney and Douglass townships): Adam Petersen (616) 835-3438 or apetersen@montcalm.us

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ear Amy: My niece (my brother-in-law’s daughter) is getting married in the fall. She is having a destination wedding. My husband and I received a save-the-date card. Our two adult children did not, even though all of my children’s first cousins (six total) were invited to their weddings.

There have been some tensions between our two families; we’re not close but we are cordial. My husband and his brother are in business together.

My husband asked his brother if our children (plus one spouse) would be invited to the wedding. His brother said that they had to draw the line on guests and eliminate cousins.

The bride only has two first cousins ... my children! In fact, we are the only relatives on his side of the family.

We are expected to pay for our own travel and lodging, so my brother-in-law’s “draw the line” excuse makes no sense. It would only cost him three additional meals. He said that we will all be invited to a local after-the-wedding reception.

My husband and I will not attend the wedding because our children were excluded.

Should we tell them why we are choosing not to attend? Even if they changed their minds regarding inviting my children, I wouldn’t attend!

The damage has been done. My children have told me that they feel excluded.

Are we wrong to not attend the local reception, also?

If my children are not important enough to invite to the actual wedding, but important enough to invite to the local reception, what kind of a message is that sending us? I feel like it’s just a gift grab. — Furious Dear Furious: I can certainly see why there is tension between your two families.

Congratulations! Your behavior now guarantees to keep that going, probably through to another generation.

It is not your job to make a head count of this other couple’s wedding party in order to declare who should be included.

Nor is it necessary for you to advocate for your adult children. As adults, they can express themselves to their cousin.

If you don’t want to go to this wedding (you declare that you won’t go under any circumstances), then cordially decline the invitation without conditions.

I can’t imagine why you would also turn down the opportunity to congratulate the couple at a local reception (at no cost or inconvenience to you) — other than to continue to punish these relatives. They are likely hosting a local reception in order to include people they weren’t able to include (for example, first cousins) in their destination wedding.

I can’t comment on your relative’s behavior, but yours seems particularly petty. It is definitely not “cordial.”

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ear Amy: Several months ago, I had a conversation with my husband about a girlfriend of ours. We go out as couples on occasion.

He referred to her as, “a little hottie.”

I was instantly crushed. I said something like, “What about me?”

He replied: “We aren’t talking about you.”

I embarrassed myself by trying to pull a compliment from him, but I was not successful. My self-confidence is now shattered.

We have been married for 40 years and have always enjoyed a good romantic relationship, but it is hard for me to be truly open anymore. How can I put this behind me? — Crushed Dear Crushed: I don’t think of “a little hottie” as necessarily high praise, but you were there, you caught the context, and I can’t tell you how to feel about it.

However, your husband does not deserve to be the holder and preserver of your self-confidence. Take it back!

You don’t say whether you’ve discussed this with him, but you should — say, the next time he wants to be “romantic” with you. You can say, “Pal, I love you but you’ve really got to up your game. If you want to romance me, then you’re going to have to find the words to let me know that you still find me attractive.”

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ear Amy: I have a friend with a high-level job.

When we would be out for lunch on a weekend, she was constantly checking her work emails and text messages. One day I said, “You must have some really important work to take care of today, why don’t we cut our lunch short and get together again when you’re not so busy.” She put her phone away and the issue never occurred again. — Pam Dear Pam: Problem solved. I wish this sort of discreet and polite admonition worked on everyone. Unfortunately, it doesn’t.

ON THIS DAY On March 30, 1867, U.S. Secretary of State William H. Seward reached agreement with Russia to purchase the territory of Alaska for $7.2 million, a deal ridiculed by critics as “Seward’s Folly.”

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9812 Barnes Rd. Greenville, 616-302-9280. Call for info.

Bridge Street Café in Belding is happy to announce that we have started our new All You Can Eat breakfast bar on Saturdays 8am11am and Sundays 9am-12pm.

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For sale: Piano with matching bench. $500 negotiable.

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Savage Goldwing O/U 12GA. All 7 choketubs and hard case $550.00 REM 700 Custom Built 2506. All match Amo $700.00 616-3029280 for info.

Notices Unit #16 Property of Liz Lingman located at Fountain's Storage 8797 W. Tamarack Rd. Lakeview MI, will be sold April 30, 2019 at 11am. We reserve the right to reject any and all bids. Call to confirm (989)3528074.

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Settlement Lutheran Church Barrie's House (food pantry & clothing distribution for the needy) invites you to an all you can eat 7th annual pancake dinner. The menu is pancakes, sasauge, applesauce (drink at cost). Adults $6, children 5-12 $4, under 5 free. At Turk Lake Restaurant located North of Greenville at Turk Lake on South Greenville Rd. (M-91) on Monday April 8, 2019 from 5pm to 8pm. All proceeds from the dinner will benefit Barrie's House sponsored by Thrivent Action Team and Turk Lake Restaurant.

Antiques & Collectibles Al's Used furniture, antiques & more. Average pieces in store: 85 Chairs, 98 pieces Includes hutches, tables, couches. 56 pictures & more, windup record player, grandfather clock, Lg. Golden goose hand painted trunk and more.

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North of Ionia, MI & South of Sheridan, MI on m66 to m44, West 8 miles to Bridge St, South 3 miles to Auction.

Mr. Zahm has retired from farming and will sell the following at Live Onsite Auction. All equipment has been well maintained and stored under cover. This auction will not last long, please be on time.

––––––––– PREVIEW FRIDAY APR. 5 2PM TO 5PM ––––––––– JD 7700 Combine; 1994 Case 1666 Axial Flow Combine, 8.2 Cummins, All Wheel Drive, 200 bushel hopper, 2786 hours, heat & air work, 16.9-26 rear tires, 6.7x31.00-30NHS front tires, 2nd owner; 1984 Case 3294 Row Crop, 150 hours on rebuilt engine, 4630 hours on body, 4x4, 18.4-38 Duals on Rear, 14.9R28 front tires, 8.3 L diesel, 6 cyl, 197 hp, 6 outlets, Category 3 hitch w/ PTO, Draw Bar, Full Cab, Air needs recharged, Serial # 9937299; 1980 Case 2090 w/ front loader, 3984 hours, 2wd, 18.4-38 rear tires, 11.00-16SL8 front tires, Diesel, 110 HP, 4 outlets, Category 3 hitch w/ PTO, Draw Bar, Full Cab, Air & Heat Good, Serial # 10205806; 1950 Farmall H Trike, Good Rubber, pto, draw bar; Case 1063 6-30 Corn Head; Case 1020 Grain Head, floater runs Soy beans; 25 ft Header Cart; JD 1508 Bat Wing Stalk Shredder/Brush Hog; JD 7000 corn Planter, Conventional till, Bean cups, Cross Auger 6-30; Krause 5200 No Till Grain Drill, Soy Beans, 24 bushels of seed, 16 ft; White 252 15 ft Tandem Disc; Glencoe 15 ft Soil Finisher; Brillion 14 ft Cultipacker w/ End Transport; JD 7-14 9 Shank Chisel; JD 5-16 Semi Mount Plow; New Idea 325 Pull Type Forage Harvester 30 inch 8 row Husking Bed; Century 300 gallon Field Sprayer, 1 year old centrifugal pump; Kilbros model 350 220 BU gravity wagon on 10 ton Coles running gear, Fluted Seed Auger, 14 ft Unverfeth Auger, completely self-contained; Kory 185 200 BU gravity wagon on 10 ton running gear; Kory 200 BU gravity wagon on 8 ton running gear; (7) 2090 Suitcase Weights; (12) 3294 Suitcase Weights; Duals 18.4-38 w/ Clamps about 75% tread.

10% Buyers Premium – Joe & Cindy Zahm, Sellers Contact Joe at 616-835-5255 for more information.

GREENVILLE- 2 bedroom apartment with heat included. No smoking, no pets. $750 each for deposit and rent. 616-243-9352.

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Large Variety of Items • Buying Military Items

Thank you to everyone who remembered me on my 80th birthday.

A special thanks to my family.

You made it a very special day!

2 bedroom, 1 bath freshly painted Greenville duplex. Hardwood floors, washer, dryer and storage included. $700/mo plus deposit. Call 616-835-3473.

For Sale/Rent Real Estate Mobile Home for sale in Lakeview. Make offer-you haul away. 616-984-5522.

Lots/Vacant Land 2 beehives, 7 deep supers with frames equipment and a 2 frame extractor $600.00 firm. Call 989291-5768.

Help Wanted Big Brothers Big Sisters is looking for a part-time Caseworker.

Must have a 4 year college degree. Must have dependable transportation. Criminal Background check required. Position is 18-25 hours per week. For more information or to submit a resume contact director@midmichiganbbbs.org NO phone calls.

CDL Driver – Extruded Aluminum Corp., located in Belding, is seeking a fully qualified CDL Driver. This position is not an OTR position, all routes are Intrastate and driver will be home every night. Qualified candidate must be familiar with and follow all DOT regulations, must work as a team player but be motivated enough to work independently.

Candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent and will be required to pass a mandatory pre-employment DOT physical and drug screen. Starting wage of $19.33/hour with an Insurance and 401K package available after completion of 90 day probationary period. Qualified interested candidates can apply in person at 7200 Industrial Drive, Belding, MI. 48809 via email to angieb@extrudedaluminum.com or apply online at www.extrudedaluminum.com Phone calls will not be accepted.

THE DAILY NEWS DEADLINES LINER ADS Mon-Thurs: 10am for following day • Fri: 10am for Sat. & Mon. DAILY NEWS EXTRA DEADLINES LINER ADS Tuesday at 10am for the next weekly publication THE GAZETTE DEADLINES LINER ADS Wednesday at 10am for the next weekly publication

ASSESSOR WINFIELD TOWNSHIP Winfield Township is accepting resumes for an Assessor which possesses Level 2 or higher Certification from the Michigan State Assessors Board. Candidates require a valid driver’s license, computer experience required with BS&A Equalizer software, will be required to perform a variety of field tasks to meet State Assessors requirements, office work, attend Board meetings an/or send report each month, ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships.

Resumes and bids for assessing per parcel will be accepted until April 11, 2019. Send resumes to: Supervisor Phyllis Larson, 17319 N. County Line Road, Howard City, MI 49329, more information call Supervisor Phyllis Larson at 231-762-4342.

The Township has the right to accept or reject any and all bids.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Construction - Self motivated person wanted for construction work mostly in the Belding Greenville area. Wages based on experience. 616 691 3006 Direct care staff needed for specialized adult foster care home.

Experience preferred but not required, willing to train. For full info and additional requirements email marciejones79@yahoo.com or call 616-894-0660.

General Labor position open at Greenville Steel NO PHONE CALLS, apply within.

Richard Septic Tank Service: All aspects of excavating and general laborer. CDL B preferred. Seeking full time and part time positions. Call 616-7548939.

SALES ASSOCIATES NEEDED! Training provided. Contact Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel Hoppough at 616-754-9100

A growing pest control company looking to hire a full-time, year-round route technician.

No experience is necessary, must have high school diploma or GED. Must be able to pass background check and drug screening. Salary based on experience, take home vehicle, company cell phone, retirement, PTO and much more. Please apply in person or email your resume to managers@sureshotpestcontrolmi. com. Any questions, please call 616-225-8779

Deputy Clerk position open. Go to www.montcalm.org and look under employment opportunity.

DISPLAY ADS 10am 5 days prior to publication • 10am Wednesday for Monday DISPLAY ADS Monday at 10am for the next weekly publication DISPLAY ADS Tuesday at 10am for the next weekly publication

PAYMENT TERMS: Prepayment is required for Classified Advertising. The Daily News reserves the right to request prepayment of any advertising published. ERRORS & CORRECTIONS: Advertisers are responsible for checking their ad on the first day of publication to verify accuracy in spelling. If a spelling error is found, your ad will be eligible to run for one additional day at Stafford Printing & Publishing’s discretion. All Tribute Ads should be submitted in writing in person, by mail, email or fax to ensure accuracy. The Daily News will not rerun Tribute ads for free due to incorrect information being provided.

Saturday, March 30, 2019 | Page 7A Help Wanted The Montcalm Conservation District (MCD) is a provider of natural resource management services that help Montcalm County conserve their lands and environment for a cleaner, healthier, economically vibrant Montcalm County.

We're looking for a District Manager. Experience in staff supervision, managing budgets and accounting with a familiarity with Quickbooks is desirable.

We will be offering the right canidate a starting salary $41,600$49,920 commensurate to experience and a health care stipend of up to $5,000/year.

Please send resumes with cover letter to Montcalm Conservation District, 77 S State Street, Stanton, MI 48888. Attn Personnel Committee.

Deadline is Friday, April 26th, 2019 at 4pm.

Montcalm Conservation District is an EOE employer.

The Village of Edmore Is seeking candidates for the position of Village Manager.

This is a part time position.

Wages up to $45,000 in salary per year. With no health insurance, while vacationing, sick and personal days are negotiable. Responsibilities include but are not limited to oversight of departments, enforcement of Village ordinances, recommending actions to the Village Council, implementation of council policies and attending various village meetings. A minimum of a Bachelor Degree in Public Administration Experience is required.

Applications should be submitted to: Village of Edmore Attn: Personnel Committee, PO Box 170, Edmore, MI 48829-170.

Applications will be received until April 15, 2019.

EATING OUT APRIL 2 SHERIDAN PANCAKE SUPPER FUNDRAISER The Sheridan Lions Club will host its annual pancake supper fundraiser from 5 to 7 p..m at the Sheridan Congregational Church. Cost is donation based at the door and proceeds will benefit area community programs.

APRIL 4 GREENVILLE CORE FUNDRAISER CORe (Community Outreach Rescue) is hosting a fundraiser from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Big Boy of Greenville.

Menu includes spaghetti, soup and salad bar and garlic bread. Cost is $12 for adults and $8 for children. All proceeds go towards the cat rescue. Tickets must be purchased in advance by calling Mary at (616) 894-0871 or Cinnamon at (616) 824-8597.

Legal Notice Carson City-Crystal Area Schools

AREA LOCALS

Attention: Food Service Management Companies Carson City-Crystal Area Schools is requesting proposals for school food service management services. The Food Service Management Company will provide management services according to United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulations and guidelines as well as State of Michigan Department of Education policies and guidelines.

APRIL 1 BELDING LITTLE WIGGLERS The Alvah N. Belding Library will host Little Wigglers story time at 10 a.m. This program is aimed especially with tiny ones in mind, with stories, songs and free play geared toward their level.

Food Service Management Companies and/or their representatives may submit proposals to:

APRIL 1 STANTON FAMILY PLANNING CLINIC The Mid-Michigan District Health Department is holding a family planning clinic 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4:30 p.m. at 615 N. State St. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 831-5237. ext. 5.

Maintenance / Machine Repair Greenville Tool & Die Co., an established tool & die manufacturer in Greenville, Michigan, is seeking a Maintenance / Machine Repairer in our Skilled Trades/General Maintenance Department for our plant. This position would be responsible for the troubleshooting and repair of all kinds of plant equipment including CNC machine tools and tryout presses to 2000 tons. This is a full-time 2nd shift position, normally overtime oriented, 4 days a week, with an optional 5th day. Key Job Responsibilities and Requirements • Troubleshooting, diagnose, and repair equipment failures and mechanical issues • Disassemble, reassemble and test complex machines • Electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic experience • Understanding of PLC logic • Maintain a safe and orderly work environment • Follow LO/TO procedures • Operate rigging, cranes, and Hi-Lo • Read and interpret blueprints and schematics of machinery • Good verbal and written communication skills • Must be able to work at elevated heights up to 40 feet • Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

• Provide your own tools • High School Graduate or GED, some college education, 3-5 years previous work experience in Maintenance preferred • Must possess a private driverʼs license • Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and back ground check • Ability to multi-task Note: Consideration would be given to individuals with less experience if they would be willing to complete our 4-year Maintenance Mechanic apprenticeship program. This includes paid tuition and fees, as well as competitive OJT wage.

Carson City-Crystal Area Schools 213 E. Sherman St. Carson City, MI 48811 The Carson City-Crystal Area Schoolsʼ Board of Education reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all proposals or to accept the proposal that it finds, in its sole discretion, to be in the best interest of the school district.

A copy of the RFP will be available by email at amorse@cccschools.org by April 12, 2019. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled at 2:30 p.m. on April 19, 2019, at the Carson City Administration Office, 213 E. Sherman St., Carson City, Michigan 48811.

All proposals must be submitted no later than 1:00 p.m. on May 3, 2019. All proposals should be delivered in a sealed envelope and addressed to Carson City-Crystal Area Schools and be clearly marked: Food Service Management Proposal. published 3/23-3/30

Greenville Tool & Die Co. is an employee owned company offering very competitive wages, health, dental, and vision insurance, short term and long term disability insurance, life insurance, vacation, and 9 paid holidays. Bonus, profit sharing, and ESOP incentives.

E-mail resume to; hr@gtd.com Send or drop off resume to; GTD-Human Resources, 1215 S. Lafayette St. PO Box 310 Greenville, MI 48838-0310

FULL TIME POSITION

The Montcalm County Housing Commission Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) Waiting List will be Open. To complete an application, please stop at their office during regular office hours: 9am – 4pm, Monday – Thursday. Applications will be accepted from April 1, 2019 to May 31, 2019. Applicants must meet HUDʼs guidelines and income limits. The Montcalm County Housing Commissionʼs jurisdiction of assistance includes all of Montcalm County and a 30 mile radius of the Commissionʼs Office at 120 Mulberry Street, Howard City, Michigan 49329. If you have any questions, please call 231-937-4241. Thank you.

Applications will be available at the following address:

Local media company seeks a highly motivated full time inside/outside Marketing Consultant with a strong customer service background to cover an account list that combines some pre-existing customers as well as prospects. This list may include businesses in Montcalm, Ionia and Kent counties.

We are looking for an individual who:

APRIL 3 BELDING PRESCHOOL PALS STORY TIME The Alvah N. Belding Library will offer Preschool Story Time at 10 a.m. Story Time focuses on a monthly theme and engages children through books, songs, games and crafts.

Is outgoing and likes talking to people; Is creative and able to think outside the box; Is upbeat and not easily discouraged;

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Is organized and has sales experience;

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Understands technology and the possibilities it presents;

Office Hours: Monday – Thursday, 9am – 4pm

APRIL 3 SHERIDAN BLOOD DRIVE The American Red Cross will have a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. at Sheridan Community Center, 205 St. Clair St. To schedule an appointment, call (800) 733-2767, visit www.redcrossblood. org or download the Red Cross Blood Donor app.

Owns a cell phone;

Friday by Appointment Only

Is willing to learn – the quicker the better; Is a good listener; Reads at least one newspaper either in print or online; Is organized and a self starter with excellent follow through;

APRIL 3-7 ALMA ANNUAL SPRING ART SHOW The 61st annual Spring Art Show will be from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Youth for Christ Building, 2250 W. Cheesman Road. There is a “Meet the Artists” reception from noon to 4 p.m. April 7. Free admission and refreshments.

Has reliable transportation; Looks at a goal as an opportunity and challenge;

LOCAL FOOD PANTRIES Here is a partial list of food pantries:

BARRIE’S HOUSE APRIL 5 STANTON FISH DINNER Location: Settlement Lutheran American Legion Post 452 will serve an Church, 1031 S. Johnson Road, Gowen all-you-can-eat fish dinner from 5 to 7:30 Contact: (616) 984-5442 p.m. Shrimp or chicken tender dinners Info: Food pantry and clothing center also will be available. All dinners are operated by Settlement Lutheran and St. $9 and include choice of french fries or Thomas Lutheran of Trufant. onion rings, choice of coleslaw or cottage cheese, and a roll. Child portions for age BELDING FOOD PANTRY 7 and younger are $5. Takeout will be Location: St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, available, call (989) 831-4114. The public 409 S. Bridge in Belding is welcome.

Contact: (616) 794-2610 Info: Open from from 2 to 4 p.m.

APRIL 5 BELDING FISH FRY St. Joseph Thursdays.

Catholic Church will host a fish fry from 5 to 7 p.m. The menu includes baked DOLORES HALVORSEN MEMORIAL or fried fish, choice of baked potato or Location: 209 W. Washington in French fries, coleslaw, dinner rolls, grilled Sheridan cheese sandwiches, applesauce and Contact: VFW Post 5065 Ladies homemade desserts, plus punch for the Auxiliary (989) 291-9680 kids. Cost is $10 for adults, $9 for seniors, Info: Hours are 8:30 a.m. to noon, $5 for children 6 to 12, children 5 and second Thursdays. younger eat for free.

FROST SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST APRIL 5 HUBBARDSTON FISH FRY CHURCH FOOD PANTRY Hubbardston American Legion Post Location: 977 Neff Road in Stanton 182 will host a fish fry from 4 to 7 p.m.

Contact: (989) 831-4518 The buffet-style meal will include fish, Info: Hours are 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., shrimp, baked potato, steak fries, salads, second Mondays. desserts, coffee and tea. The public is welcome. Cost is $12 per person, $10 for GREENVILLE AREA ECUMENICAL those 70 and older and children 5 and FOOD MISSION younger eat free.

Location: St. Paul Lutheran Church, 9844 SW Greenville Road in Greenville APRIL 5 CARSON CITY WALLEYE Contact: (616) 754-6676 DINNER The American Legion Post 380 Info: 10 a.m. to noon Tuesdays and will serve a walleye dinner from 4:30 Thursdays; 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. p.m. until gone. Dinner includes walleye, French fries, coleslaw and roll. Cost is $10 GREENVILLE FOOD KITCHEN for adults and $5 for children (half order).

Location: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Takeout is available. The Legion is located 305 S. Clay St. in Greenville at 121 N. Mercantile. For more informaContact: (616) 754-3163 tion, call (989) 584-3455.

Info: Open Tuesdays. Lunch served

Likes helping people;

from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and supper from 5 to 6 p.m.

GLC HOPE MINISTRIES Location: 1015 E. Washington in Greenville Contact: (616) 754-7951 Info: www.godslovecloset.org

Is a team player; Isnʼt afraid to put their nose to the grindstone, but also can laugh and have fun.

The right candidate for this job will look at helping businesses get the word out about their products and/or services as their number one priority. Previous experience in publishing is a plus.

We offer a great family owned work environment; a commission based compensation program that includes a weekly salary that rewards success; cell phone and mileage stipend.

HANDS OF JESUS FOOD PANTRY Location: 1220 N. Lafayette St. in Greenville Contact: (616) 225-9999 Info: Open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Thursdays and Fridays.

Send letter of interest and resume to: THE DAILY NEWS ATTN: AMBER ROOD PO BOX 340 GREENVILLE, MI 48809

APRIL 4 TRUFANT FLEA MARKET OPENS FOR SEASON the Trufant Flea Market will open for the season beginning April 4 through Oct. 24 at 7 a.m.

APRIL 4 BELDING ELECTRONICS AND HOW THEY WORK (TEEN) How do you build a robot? One wire at a time.

Explore the world of circuits with the Alvah N. Belding Library at 3 p.m. and learn what they are, why they work and how to make electronics of your own.

APRIL 4 PIERSON WIC BENEFIT PICK UP The Mid-Michigan District Health Department is holding a WIC benefit pick up from 8 a.m. to noon and 12:30 to 3 p.m. at Heritage United Methodist Church, 19931 W. Kendaville Road.

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HOPE’S PANTRY Location: Hope Lutheran Church, 4741 W. Stanton Road in Stanton Contact: Gayle Stull at (989) 8315594 or (989) 831-4462.

APRIL 2 GREENVILLE GENEALOGY MEETING The Flat River Genealogical Society will meet at 10 a.m. at the LDS Church - Family History Center, 10700 W. Carson City Road (M-57). Everyone is welcome. Use the rear entrance at the northeast corner of the building. Email suenelson@heartprints.net for more information.

APRIL 2 SIDNEY OVERCOMING ADDICTION Dr. Scott Massey, Ph.D., PA-C, an award winning educator and researcher at the university level, will talk about overcoming addiction during “Changing Your Life Trajectory” from noon to 1 p.m. in rooms D303-305 in the Beatrice E. Doser Building on MCC’s Sidney campus. Lunch is provided for free for all attendees. Visit www.montcalm. edu/arts-and-culture for more information.

MONTCALM COUNTY HOUSING COMMISSION VOUCHER WAITING LIST OPENING

APRIL 2 SIDNEY BLOOD DRIVE The American Red Cross will have a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. at Montcalm Community College Student Activities Building. To schedule an appointment, call (800) 733-2767, visit www.redcrossblood.org or download the Red Cross Blood Donor app.

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LAKEVIEW MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION FOOD PANTRY Location: Lakeview Community Church, 8980 Howard City-Edmore Road (M-46) in Lakeview Contact: (989) 352-7788 or newlifeumc@cmsinter.net Info: Set appointment Monday through Friday, between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

APRIL 5 BELDING SILK CITY GIG Learn and share tips and trick for family history research at 10 a.m. at the Alvah N. Belding Library.

APRIL 5 BELDING BLOOD DRIVE The American Red Cross will have a blood drive from noon to 5:45 p.m. at Belding AREA LOCALS Community Center, 108 Hanover St. To schedule an appointment, call (800) IONIA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST APRIL 10 STANTON MARSP MEETING The Montcalm chapter of Michigan Associa- 733-2767, visit www.redcrossblood.

COMMUNITY SERVICE CENTER tion of Retires School Personnel (MARSP) will meet at noon at Clifford Lake Inn. Meals org or download the Red Cross Blood Location: 721 Elmwood Drive off will be ordered from the menu. Guest speaker will be Dr. Gary Hauck, MCC Dean Emeri- Donor app.

M-66 in Ionia. tus of Arts and Sciences, who will talk with visuals about his recent trips to the Baltics Contact: (616) 527-6465 and Iraq. All public school retirees are welcome to join us for this interesting program. APRIL 5 AND 6 GREENVILLE MOM 2 Info: Open from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 A short business meeting will follow the presentation. For reservations, contact Barb MOM SALE Alpha Family Services and p.m. second and fourth Tuesdays. or Kirk Perry at (616) 754-6045 or kbperry@chartermi.net.

Greenville Community Church MOPS group will be hosting a Mom 2 Mom sale The Daily News will publish this list SIDNEY ENRICHMENT COURSE LISTINGS Montcalm Community College from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 5 and 9 a.m. often. If you have additions or corrections offers a variety of career development and personal enrichment courses. Visit to noon April 6 at Greenville Community to make to this list, please email details www.montcalm.edu/careerdevelopment for course details or to register online. Church. The event will include vendors, to News Editor Elisabeth Waldon at children’s clothing, cribs and children’s ewaldon@staffordgroup.com furniture, swings, bouncers and more.

There also will be bake shop treats.

BUNK HOUSE

TRAILERS ‘EM! Belding Labor Day Committee Steak Fry Fundraiser Steak Dinner $12 Saturday, Chicken Dinner $10 April 6, 2019 Burger Dinner $7 All meals come with potato, 5pm - 8pm salad, roll and dessert.

All proceeds to benefit the 2019 Belding Labor Day celebration!

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APRIL 6 TRUFANT CONSIGNMENT AUCTION The Trufant Consignment Auction will begin at 9 a.m. at the Trufant Flea Market grounds. They will be accepting consignments through April 5 APRIL 6 VESTABURG LIBRARY CONCERT FUNDRAISER Richland Township Library will host an Elvis tribute fundraiser concert from 6 to 8 p.m. Jake Slater is an Elvis tribute artist.

Tickets purchased prior to the show are $10 and will be $15 on the night of the event. To purchase tickets or for more information, contact the library at (989) 268-5044 or mail payment to Vestaburg Community Schools, 7100 Avenue B PO Box 220, Vestaburg, MI 48891.

APRIL 8 GREENVILLE BLOOD DRIVE The American Red Cross will have a blood drive from 1 to 6:45 p.m. at Calvary Baptist church, 12501 Montcalm Ave. To schedule an appointment, call (800) 733-2767, visit www.redcrossblood. org or download the Red Cross Blood Donor app.

APRIL 8-13 BELDING OPEN HOURS FRIENDS BOOK AND BAKE SALE Come and check out a fantastic selection of used books, DVDs and framed art during open hours at the Alvah N. Belding Library then buy a cookie or two while you shop.

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Stacie Smith • Daily News features editor • ssmith@staffordgroup.com • (616) 548-8274

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n an alternate reality, I’m pretty sure my husband owns a petting zoo.

If it weren’t for me frequently taking a stand against raising barnyard animals, we would definitely be overrun by livestock.

If we had more land, there is no way I would be able to talk him out of raising a cow or two. Thank goodness we’re only on an acre and a half and don’t quite have enough room for what he calls “big puppies with hooves.”

Although cows were out of the realm of possibility, after we moved in August, I did spend several weeks explaining to him why we should not raise goats.

While Aaron imagined baby goats frolicking beneath our apple tree, I imagined them knocking over our son once he’s old enough to toddle around the backyard next year.

While Aaron imagined the goats looking adoringly in on us through our sliding glass door, I imagined them trying to eat their way into the house.

While Aaron imagined the goats cleaning up the excess fruit under our apple tree, I imagined them ruining our yard.

Eventually, my reasoning won out but gave way to a brief sheep phase because “they’re God’s lawnmowers,” but I pointed out that we weren’t quite equipped to coordinate shearing a small flock of sheep.

But chickens? I couldn’t come up with a good reason against raising chickens.

I enjoy eating eggs, especially when they’re farm fresh, and store bought eggs make Aaron sick.

Maybe we could sell a couple of dozen eggs a month make a small profit during the summer laying months or at least meet our neighbors who could be potential customers.

Plus, I can’t squash all of my husband’s dreams.

As my husband kept reading facts and stories from his beloved “Chicken Magazine,” he somehow turned me onto his side and maybe even excited to have a small backyard flock of chickens.

The only problem? Neither of us has ever raised any animal who spends its life outdoors.

Amanda Sturm, the agricultural sciences teacher at Montcalm Area Career Center and, gave me some advice about starting a backyard flock.

“Three to five hens make a nice starter flock,” she advised. “Also, you do not need a rooster to get eggs.”

Chicks can be ordered online, and Tractor Supply Company offers a large variety of chicks, with new dayold chicks arriving daily.

CHICKENS

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Tractor Supply Company in Greenville offers a large variety of chicks, with new day-old chicks arriving daily. — DN Photo | Meghan Nelson In addition to the cute, peeping chicks, we need a place for them to roost at night.

“As far as equipment, you will need a nest box, waterer and feeder and also a place to keep them away from predators at night,” Sturm said.

Until the chicks are fully feathered, they need to be inside in a brooder under a heat lamp.

According to Tractor Supply Company’s website (www.tractorsupply. com) that could be about a month, and in cold climates (hello, Michigan) the heat lamp should be offered in the coop for a few more weeks until it is warm.

What those chicks eat depends on why they’re being raised. “(Meat birds) need to be feed at least a 24 percent protein to handle their rapid growth. Pullets that will be raised up as hens need 20 percent protein.

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Then, at six to eight months should be switched to a layer (feed).”

Meanwhile, my husband did his own research on which breed would make up our flock.

First, it was Wyandottes, which are supposed to be good layers, but then, he read they could be bossy. He wants a flock of loyal companions. If he can’t have his puppy with hooves, he wants his puppy with a beak.

I suggested Brahmas, which I took a liking to because of their distinct feathers on their feet, but we found out their fancy feet can cause some problems once the ground is covered in snow again.

I also liked Faverolles, which are known for being extremely docile and soft, but in a mixed flock, they can become too submissive. Aaron’s answer — similar to many I’ve given him — was maybe another time.

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We researched Australorps, red stars, Plymouth rocks and many others, but we kept coming back to Orpingtons, which can be raised as meat or egg hens, are moderate layers, winter hardy and docile.

Sturm had her own suggestion for beginning chicken keepers, such as Aaron and me.

“ISA browns are a good all around egg layer,” she said.

They’re also friendly, much like the Orpingtons, but they’re even better layers.

When relaying Sturm’s suggestion to Aaron, he decided we should add a few of them to our flock, too.

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Dusting your ducts

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here are plenty of different things that one has to think about when living in or taking care of a home.

Whether it’s doing the dishes, taking the trash out or finally completing that construction project that you’ve been working on for months now but is still, somehow, only half finished, there’s never a shortage of chores or tasks to worry about in dayto-day life.

With all of that in mind, it can be all too easy to forget about one of the most important elements of home maintenance — the air itself.

Since the 1970s, buildings and homes have become more and more airtight in a nation-wide effort to become more energy efficient. That means that the air we breathe when we’re inside our homes is, for the most part, recycled.

While that recycling process is a good thing for the environment overall, it can create problems for homeowners if their furnace duct system isn’t regularly cleaned out — especially during this time of year when the air quickly fills with pollen and dust mites.

That’s where companies like Brad’s Cleaners or Impact Cleaning, both of Greenville, come into play.

For an affordable price, these companies will come into the customer’s home and clean out the dust and contaminants that are polluting the

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Rick Anderson of Rick Anderson Excavating of Greenville shares the benefits and care for gravel drives, while Ed Reynolds of Andrews Concrete Construction of Greenville lends his expertise of concrete driveways.

Gravel is essentially crushed stone and the ideal size for driveways typically measures from 2 to 8 centimeters. Anderson said that of the different grades of gravel, 22A

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house’s air duct system.

Following an inspection of the place, the process typically sees a large vacuum-like machine placed over the registers inside the customer’s house.

The vacuum then sucks out all of the debris that has built up, thoroughly cleaning the air at the same time.

Karen Dillon, office manager for Brad’s Cleaners, recommends getting this done at least once every three to seven years.

“A lot of it depends on where you live,” Dillon said. “If you’re on a dirt road, by a farmer’s fields or somewhere where there is a lot of dust, you might want to get it done sooner. Also, if you have animals. They’re drawn to warm registers and will lay on them, which is how animal hair can get in your system. I had mine cleaned when I moved in and there was enough animal hair down there to where you could have stuffed two pillows.”

People who have asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

At left, dust, debris and other objects can often build up inside a home’s duct system, which is why it’s recommended that homeowners get their air and furnace ducts cleaned once every three to seven years. At right, following air duct cleaning, a home’s air and furnace ducts are removed of all dust and debris so that the recycled air flowing inside the house is clean. — Submitted photos also might want to look into having their ducts cleaned on more of a regular basis, Dillon says, as dust builds up quicker than most people realize and can then aggravate many different illnesses.

“A half inch of build-up — let’s say that’s dust, debris or hair — can reduce airflow by 42 percent,” Dillon explained. “That build-up also means that the heating and cooling systems have to work harder, which then cost more money.”

Objects such as children’s toys, coins or even mice can also become unwittingly stuck inside air vents, too, which are all then additionally removed come duct cleaning time.

Melissa Miller-Eerdmans of Belding hired Brad’s Cleaners to clean her home’s air ducts earlier this month.

Since then, Miller-Eerdmans says she’s noticed a significant difference in her house’s air quality.

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Some homeowners may prefer a gravel drive but still enjoy the aesthetics that a driveway can create. Anderson said to make a driveway more pleasing to the eye, to add crushed concrete or asphalt in addition to the gravel mixture.

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To prevent serious dust build-up like Miller-Eerdmans’ in the future, Dillon recommends that homeowners always cover up their register covers whenever they’re doing any kind of construction project.

Dillon also said that making sure the home’s furnace is constantly being maintained and cleaned can also help in this regard.

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How to successfully grow and maintain

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n our last column, we discussed using indoor plants to improve air quality in your home. As a follow-up, we have received many requests over this winter from novice area gardeners on the best ways to grow and keep houseplants healthy.

Dr. Kathleen M. Kelly, Professor of Consumer Horticulture for Penn State Extension, says it best: “Learning how to develop an ideal environment for houseplants will create lasting enjoyment.”

Here are six key tips on successfully growing and keeping your houseplants healthy For any questions you have on your individual houseplants- refer to the product description tag on the plant you may be purchasing or info from the nursery personnel or friend you are getting the plant from.

1.) WATER: Watering is essential for your houseplant’s growth. As a simplistic rule of thumb, you should only water a houseplant if the top of the soil has dried out. This applies to most indoor plants. Exceptions include cacti and succulents which only need watering when the soil is completely dry. Overwatering your houseplants is most likely the main problem in keeping houseplants healthy and preventing root rot.

Avoid cold tap water for watering your plants which may shock the

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2.) SOIL AND CONTAINER: It is important that you do not use garden soil in your houseplant containers but rather use specially prepared potting soil. Potting soils are usually mixtures of loam, peat. sand and nutrients. Potting soil is made to hold water and allow air to circulate around the plant. The primary potting soil is for indoor foliage plants.

In addition, there are special mixes for unique plants such as succulents and cacti. Check to see that you purchase a potting soil mix that matches your individual plant needs.

Containers you use must have drainage holes to remove any excess water that may accumulate around the houseplant. A plastic insert pot with drainage into a layer of gravel will also help remove excess water.

3.) FERTILIZER: Fertilizing your houseplants is necessary as they have a limited amount of soil in their containers from which to absorb nutrients. Houseplants can be fertilized by either adding it to the water or to the soil. A water-soluble fertilizer should be added to the houseplant’s water approximately one time per month in warm weather and once every other month in cooler weather. You can also add a

slow release fertilizer to the plant’s soil about every two to three months.

It is important to follow the directions provided for the fertilizer you use.

4.) LIGHT: Light sources in our homes vary greatly both in individual rooms and between rooms.

Houseplants can require high, medium or low light from either direct or indirect sources. Bright light usually comes from a window, the brightest from a south facing window. Indirect light comes from sunlight filtered through a curtain or from a light bulb.

Houseplants that require bright light need at least 5-6 hours of sunlight from a south-facing window and be within 4-6 feet of the window.

(Examples, aloe vera, jade plant and snake plant).

Houseplants that require medium light need to be exposed to approximately several hours of light from a window or from overhead lighting.

(Examples. African violet, begonia and Boston fern) Low light houseplants can survive

in areas with no windows but with light sources of some kind being present. Without any light source, these plants will usually not flourish. (Examples dracaena, philodendron, and spider plant).

Signs of too much light for a plant include burning, wilting and washed out leaves. Too little light usually results in faded leaves and flowers, a lack of flowers in a flowering plant and poor growth. Please make sure you make sure of the light requirements for each of your — Hanna Rion, houseplants. Matching garden author your houseplants light and illustrator requirements to the available light source in (1875-1924) your home will give you the best chance for success.

“The greatest gift of the garden is the restoration of the five senses.”

5.) TEMPERATURE: Most houseplants are actually tropical plants that require room temperatures in the 65-75 degree range. It is

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Proper installation, maintenance key to reliability, safety

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inter’s on the wane, but the windy months of April and May still lie ahead, as does (insert collective groan here) next winter.

In mid-Michigan, those months and the inclement weather they bring often equates to power outages, as any non-snowbird who lived through this past winter can attest.

Ice storms, gale-force winds, even squirrels traversing power lines can throw neighborhoods or entire regions into darkness.

An hour or so of living “off the grid” may seem like a bit of an adventure. Candles, books instead of tablets, an extra blanket or two come bedtime; it’s all great fun. Then time passes. One hour turns into two, turns into a day, then two days, three, four.

The house is an icebox, the icebox is not and all the frozen food starts going bad. The little adventure has become a nightmarish slog through a seemingly endless gauntlet of inconvenience and in some cases, real danger.

There’s no way to know for certain, but it seems likely the most frequently uttered phrase this past winter was, “I’m gonna buy a generator!”

Most local retailers sold out in a hurry. This prompted some homeowners to travel a bit and then buy whatever was “still on the shelves.”

Even if that wasn’t the generator that was right for their homes.

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mtaylor325@gmail.com According to Jeff Smejkal, owner of G&D Electric, Inc., 935 S. Lafayette St., any generator should be matched first and foremost to the homeowner’s individual needs.

“When considering a generator, it is important to make sure the generator is large enough to run everything that you want to run in your home,” Smejkal said. “Our company provides a free analysis of your home in order to give an estimate on a generator setup.”

The first decision needed is whether to install a portable or “whole house” generator. Both types require a transfer switch, installed within the main electrical service of the home.

While a portable generator is less expensive, it requires more steps to hook it up to your home’s power supply. Also, portable gennies typically won’t handle an entire home’s energy output. You may be able to keep the TV and refrigerator running, but conservation of energy will be critical throughout the blackout.

A whole house generator, though initially more costly, will not only power your entire house but will

come on automatically when the main power fails. This can be a boon, especially for homeowners who may be away on vacation and don’t want to return home to frozen pipes.

Smejkal recommends hiring a licensed electrician to install any generator.

“If improperly installed, you could risk destroying expensive equipment through the house,” Smejkal said.

“It is important to install the transfer switch in order to protect your generator from being back fed from the power company. It can also protect the lineman electrician from being electrocuted from a generator back feeding onto the power company’s electrical lines.”

After being properly installed, the next step to ensuring continued electrical service during power company outages is properly maintaining your

equipment.

Smejkal stresses that oil in portable generators should be changed every 50 hours of operation. When storing a portable, a fuel stabilizer should be added to the gas and the generator’s battery should be kept on a battery tender to ensure the unit will start when you need it most.

Whole house generators require an oil change every 100 hours of operation or once each year, whichever comes first.

“Our company does provide yearly maintenance options for whole house generators,” Smejkal noted.

More information about individual generator models and options is available at the G&D website, ganddelectric.com. The company may also be found on Facebook. Contact Smejkal at office@ganddelectric.com or call (616) 754-9132.

How to successfully grow and maintain healthy houseplants Continued from Page 10A not surprising these temperatures are in the range most houses are controlled at. During the winter, temperatures near windows and in drafty areas may be well below this temperature range. Tropical plants will not survive in these conditions for long 6.) PESTS: As with many problems you face, prevention is the best way to

avoid issues with pests.

Inspect new houseplants carefully for any pathogens or pests present before you take them home and plant them.

Look carefully at all sides of the new plants including leaves, and roots. At home, keep your new plants isolated for several weeks to prevent any problems with your existing plants.

Some general problem-solving techniques include: a.) Identifying the problem pest and

then adjusting ambient conditions to control it. Example spider mites thrive in hot and dry conditions. b.) Prune away problem areas in a houseplant rather than discarding the entire plant. c.) Regularly misting and gently washing the house plant foliage are some ways to minimize pest problems.

Indoor gardening is a great way for the novice gardener to learn about the hobby in a more controlled manner than

gardening outdoors. To be truly successful it is important to really understand and practice the tips we have described.

Bob Lilenfeld is an active Montcalm Area Master Gardener and a retired research chemical engineer who enjoys gardening in our area. For any questions on indoor gardening or other gardening questions you may have you are invited to contact him: lilenfeldsolutions@gmail. com.

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WRESTLING

2019 WINTER SPORTS AWARDS

Wrestler of the Year

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Carson City-Crystal • senior, 160-pounds 47-2 overall, D4, 160-pound state champion

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Braxton Seida’s wrestling career culminated this year as the senior had a stellar 47-2 record and claimed first place in districts, regionals and earned a state title in the Division 4, 160-pound weight class. “Braxton is truly one of the toughest kids I have ever coached,” Eagles head coach Kacy Datema said. “Braxton has been a very big part of this team over the last four years finishing just shy of 200 wins (196). He has had two finals appearances and placed three times. He is a natural leader and he does so by example. He encourages some of the inexperienced wrestlers to work to get better. He is positive and tends to build his teammates up.”

The bar seems to get higher and higher for Eagles head coach Kacy Datema and his coaching staff. Last season, after clinching another district trophy, Datema brought his team to a quarterfinals finish and led a school-record eight wrestlers to the state individual finals. This year, the team once again dominated, earning another district trophy and semifinal appearance and once again setting a school record for most individual wrestlers qualifying for the state finals with 10.

Of those 10, eight placed with two earning a state title — Braxton Seida and Jamison Ward — and one, his son, Nolan Datema, finishing runner-up.

RUNNERS-UP: Jamison Ward, CC-C; Nolan Datema, CC-C

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Braxton Seida Carson City-Crystal senior Division 4, 160-pound All-State champion

Jamison Ward Carson City-Crystal junior Division 4, 130-pound All-State champion

Nolan Datema Carson City-Crystal senior Division 4, 112-pound All-State runner-up

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On top of scoring more than 1,000 career points during her senior season with the Yellow Jackets, senior Adele Kemp, who has now earned back-to-back Daily News Player of the Year awards, became the all-time leading scorer for the Greenville varsity girls basketball program, finishing with 1,409 points. “Adele has been outstanding all season. Her work ethic, competitive spirit and leadership was on display every game and every practice,” Greenville head coach Eric Nichols said. “Adele faced numerous gadget defenses all season and she, along with her teammates, adjusted very well. As good as Adele is as a player, she’s even a better teammate and a better kid.”

23-1 overall, first district trophy in team history After going undefeated in the regular season last year, Rob Putnam led his Green Hornets to another undefeated regular season and CSAA-Gold title, but this time, he also led the team to its first district trophy in program history, reaching the regionals. He also directed Libby Ledford’s efforts in reaching the 1,000-career point mark and coached three seniors — Ledford, Hannah Putnam, his daughter, and Kiara Wernette — who are now the program’s all-time leading scorers.

RUNNERS-UP: Ciarra Magnuson, Lakeview; Hannah Putnam, Central Montcalm

RUNNER-UP: Tim Stout, Carson City-Crystal

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Hannah Putnam Central Montcalm senior forward 13.3 points, 8.6 rebounds, 2.1 steals, 1.9 assists per game

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Libby Ledford Central Montcalm senior guard 13 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.9 steals per game

Ciarra Magnuson Lakeview senior center 13.3 points, 14.6 rebounds, 4.9 blocks, 2.8 steals per game

Kaylea Stone Carson City-Crystal senior forward 14.4 points, 8 rebounds per game

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Tri County guard 7.8 points, 2.6 rebounds, 1.2 steals per game

Central Montcalm forward 3.6 points, 1.25 rebounds, 0.8 steals per game

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Mary Siple Tri County guard

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BOYS BASKETBALL Coach of the Year

Player of the Year

Scott Swinehart

Connor Riley

Ionia • Head Coach

Montabella • senior guard

20-4 overall record, 10-0 CAAC-White, district champions

30 points, 12 rebounds, 4.5 assists, 3 steals, 2 blocked shots per game, 53 percent field goal shooting

It was quite a busy and fun season for Ionia Bulldogs head coach Scott Swinehart, as he led the team to its first ever CAAC-White Conference title with a perfect league record and earned back-to-back district titles, finishing with a 20-4 overall record.

Added to that is a more heartening stat for Swinehart, as his son, senior Brady Swinehart, a Daily News Player of the Year runner-up, scored more than 1,000 career points and his one quarter, 25-point performance during a win against Lakeview was tied for eighth best in MHSAA boys basketball history.

Once again, Montabella’s stellar point guard Connor Riley proved he was the best of the best in local varsity boys basketball, averaging 30 points a game as well as 12 rebounds per game for the Mustangs. The back-to-back Daily News Player of the Year scored 40-plus points three times this season, including a 51-point performance that set a school record. “Connor is the hardest working player I have ever coached. Off the court, he is a great student and a great teammate on the court,” Montabella head coach Jared Simon said. “He showed great leadership all season and also led us in all statistical categories.”

ALL-AREA BOYS BASKETBALL HONORS FIRST TEAM

Gunner Hill Central Montcalm junior forward 15 points, 10.4 rebounds, 2.3 assists per game, 47% field goals

Gavin Cossou Greenville senior center 16.3 points, 9.7 rebounds per game

Kaine Brown Greenville senior guard 16.9 points, 4.1 rebounds, 3.5 assists per game, 43 deflections

SECOND TEAM Levi Syrjala Belding Nick Szymanski Ionia Andrew Nummer Lakeview Drew Stout Carson City-Crystal Bryce Hallman Tri County

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Brady Swinehart Ionia senior guard 21 points, 4.1 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 2 steals per game

Connor Riley Montabella senior guard 30 points, 4.5 assists, 12 rebounds, 3 steals, 2 blocks per game, 53% field goals

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Carson City-Crystal sophomore Coming off the bench (and filling in for injured starting center Brody Mikula for a couple of games), sophomore Kyler Stone showed his versatility and was was an effective scorer, averaging nine points, three rebounds and two assists per game for the Eagles. He also was deadly from outside, shooting 46 percent from the three-point line.

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Boys Bowler of the Year

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Season average: 188; eighth at regionals, 16th at state tournament.

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“Placed third at post-conference, placed eighth at regionals, placed 16 at state in the O-K Silver. Wyatt is very passionate about bowling, will be a great asset and leader next season. Congratulations on a great year.” — Belding boys varsity coach Jason Willmore

“Over the last four years, Makayla has been the hardest working bowler we have had. She comes to practice with a smile and eagerness to continue to improve her game. During her four years on the CM bowling team, she never quit or gave up. She battled through sicknesses and injuries all four years. As captain and anchor bowler for our team for the last two years, Makayla’s teammates looked to her for leadership and strength when they may have been struggling. She leaves some very big shoes to fill, by her younger sister, Brooklyn, who is a sophomore this year, and will take over the anchor and captain role.” — Central Montcalm girls bowling assistant coach Sarah Phenix

ALL-AREA BOYS BOWLING HONORS BOYS BOWLING FIRST TEAM

Wyatt Meyers Belding sophomore 188 scoring average

Trenton Altman Belding freshman 207 scoring average

Tristan Robinson Belding senior 171 scoring average

Doug Billings Jr. CC-C freshman 188.36 scoring average

Tyler Kelly Greenville junior 180 scoring average

Kris Clark Greenville junior 171 scoring average

Tommy Johnson Tri County junior 177 scoring average

Riley Devereaux Lakeview freshman 189 scoring average

HONORABLE MENTION CARSON CITY-CRYSTAL: Kaden Walker; C. MONTCALM: Parker Kimball; GREENVILLE: Elliott Flynn; LAKEVIEW: Shane Esterline; TRI COUNTY: Jared Wozniak, Luke Myers

ALL-AREA GIRLS BOWLING HONORS GIRLS BOWLING FIRST TEAM

Christina Douglas Belding junior 161 scoring average

Caitlyn Evans Belding senior 191 scoring average

Makayla Phenix Central Montcalm senior 176.3 scoring average

Ocean Chavez Central Montcalm senior 154.1 scoring average

Chloe Billings CC-C senior 161.85 scoring average

Hailey Gillmere Greenville freshman 140 scoring average

Jenna Funk Lakeview senior 159 scoring average

Morghan Clewley Tri County sophomore 144.5 scoring average

HONORABLE MENTION BELDING: Katie Gasper; GREENVILLE: Morgan Gotwalt, Kellsey Green

EDITOR’S NOTE: Ionia bowling did not submit nominations for boys or girls teams

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COMPETITIVE CHEER

BELDING BLACK KNIGHTS BANQUET HONORS

MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: Kyra Umlor • MOST IMPROVED PLAYER: Destiny White EDITOR’S NOTE: Tri County banquet awards were held after All-Area publication; Montabella did not submit banquet awards

AREA ALL-CONFERENCE AWARDS

Greenville sophomore Caden Peterman, O-K Conference First Team member.

Ionia senior Nick Szymanski, CAAC-White First Team member.

BOWLING

CENTRAL STATE ACTIVITY ASSOCIATION—GOLD BOYS: Tommy Johnson, Tri County; Braden Kring, C. Montcalm, Luke Myers, C. Montcalm Honorable Mention: Andrew Bogart, Tri County GIRLS: Makayla Phenix, C. Montcalm, Ocean Chavez, C. Montcalm, Britney Wittkepp, C. Montcalm Honorable Mention: Brooklyn Phenix, C. Montcalm, Morghan Clewley, Tri County CENTRAL STATE ACTIVITY ASSOCIATION—SILVER BOYS: Riley Devereaux, Lakeview; Shane Esterline, Lakeview Honorable Mention: Thomas Nadeau, Lakeview; Mason Cole, Lakeview GIRLS: Jenna Funk, Lakeview Honorable Mention: Stevey Hogle, Lakeview OTTAWA-KENT SILVER CONFERENCE BOYS: Trenton Altman, Belding; Wyatt Meyers, Belding; Tristan Doty-Robinson, Belding GIRLS: Caitlyn Evans, Belding; Christina Douglas, Belding Honorable Mention: Katie Gasper, Belding OTTAWA-KENT WHITE CONFERENCE BOYS: Tyler Kelly, Greenville Honorable Mention: Kris Clark, Greenville GIRLS: Honorable Mention: Kellsey Green, Greenville MID-STATE ACTIVITIES CONFERENCE GIRLS: Chloe Billings, Carson City-Crystal CAPITAL AREA ACTIVITIES CONFERENCE (WHITE) BOYS: Cole Pung, Ionia; Xavier Begerow, Ionia GIRLS: Honorable Mention: Tabbatha Martin, Ionia

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CENTRAL STATE ACTIVITY ASSOCIATION—GOLD Gunner Hill, C. Montcalm; Cameren Friend, Tri County Honorable Mention: Asher Vissman, C. Montcalm; Bryce Hallman, Tri County CENTRAL STATE ACTIVITY ASSOCIATION—SILVER Andrew Nummer, Lakeview Honorable Mention: Brien Keene, Lakeview OTTAWA-KENT WHITE CONFERENCE Gavin Cossou, Greenville MID-STATE ACTIVITIES CONFERENCE FIRST TEAM: Drew Stout, Carson City-Crystal; Jackson Murphy, Carson City-Crystal; Connor Riley, Montabella SECOND TEAM: Brody Mikula, Carson City-Crystal; Kyler Stone, Carson City-Crystal; Austin Pawlowski, Montabella HONORABLE MENTION: Kolbe Rohn, Carson City-Crystal; Andrae Wilson, Carson City-Crystal; Brennan Bauer, Vestaburg CAPITAL AREA ACTIVITIES CONFERENCE (WHITE) Nick Szymanski, Ionia; Brady Swinehart, Ionia; Darius Taylor, Ionia HONORABLE MENTION: Gage Taylor, Ionia; Micah Groom, Ionia

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CENTRAL STATE ACTIVITY ASSOCIATION—GOLD Hannah Putnam, C. Montcalm; Libby Ledford, C. Montcalm; Bailey Vissman, C.

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OTTAWA-KENT-SILVER CONFERENCE Lauren Barker, Belding; Alexis McCarty, Belding; Anna Maag, Belding; Kyra Umlor, Belding HONORABLE MENTION: Michaela Bunce, Belding; Madison Steele, Belding

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CAPITAL AREA ACTIVITIES CONFERENCE (WHITE) Nate Richardson, Ionia; Cole Cudney, Ionia; Eli Garcia, Ionia; Zachary Negrete, Ionia; Eric Pilkinton, Ionia; Scottie Grant, Ionia HONORABLE MENTION: Nate Dygert, Ionia; Carter Meyers, Ionia; Aiden Clute, Ionia; Blake Ledesma, Ionia CENTRAL STATE ACTIVITY ASSOCIATION Nathan Smits, Tri County; Curtis Perry, Lakeview; Brock Ryan, C. Montcalm; Tanner Astrauskas, Tri County; Tommy Nelson, Tri County; Hunter Hansen, C. Montcalm; Diontae Givens, Tri County; Nick Prater, Tri County OTTAWA-KENT CONFERENCE First Team: Bretten Wilson, Belding; Eliot Ward, Belding; Thomas Doran, Belding; Chad Closser, Belding; Mattsen Putney, Belding; Dylan Hulliberger, Belding; Caden Peterman, Greenville; Dominic Christensen, Greenville CENTRAL MICHIGAN ATHLETIC CONFERENCE FIRST TEAM: Jamison Ward, CC-C; Braxton Seida, CC-C; Nolan Datema, CC-C; Jaron Johnson, CC-C; Daryn Shepler, CC-C; Caleb Collins, CC-C; Daniel Smith, CC-C; Brian Yeakey, CC-C; Aiden Adkins, CC-C; Jared Shepler, CC-C; Brandon Murray, CC-C; Ryan Holland, CC-C; Bryce Stanley, CC-C; Ethan Crawford, Montabella SECOND TEAM: Korbyn Ingraham, Montabella; Mason Dalrymple, Montabella; Josh Steffes, Montabella; Anthony Warchuck, Montabella; Caden Woolworth, Montabella HONORABLE MENTION: Cole Stone, CC-C; Nash Akin, CC-C; Ben Pitts, Montabella; Chance Wagoner, Montabella; Jacob Shaw, Montabella; Andrew Munro, Montabella; Gavin Hurt, Montabella CC-C senior Andrae Wilson, MSAC Honorable Mention.

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THE AMISH COOK | Gloria Yoder

All is ‘grape’ at the Yoder’s house

RYDER-MCCORMICK Lynette Franks and the late Roger Ryder Jr. of Mount Pleasant announce the engagement of their daughter, Jenna Ryder to Travis Todd McCormick, son of Todd and Traci McCormick of Crystal.

The bride-to-be is a 2010 graduate of Ithaca High School and a graduate of Grand Valley State University. She is currently employed at Central Michigan District Health Department as a health educator. Her fiance is a 2008 graduate of Vestaburg High School and a graduate of Montcalm Community College and 2018 attended Fire Academy where he became a member of the Rich-

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oday is one of those special days that makes me want to hang around Daniel as much as possible. It’s our wedding anniversary.

Nine years ago, we were both just bursting with joy, the vows of loving and caring for each other had been exchanged.

Next came the long-awaited moment as Grandpa Mast joined our hands in the marriage union, a commitment that was deep settled in our hearts that could never be changed or reverted by anything. I was aglow.

People told me, and I knew, that life would not be a ‘happily ever after’ story, that realities would settle in one day. I believed it but in my heart, I was convinced that it will all be OK, how could it be otherwise with this fine young man who claimed me as his own?

Nine years happened so quickly. This morning as I looked around the circle of five little ones entrusted into our care, I just marveled. I find it hard to really put in words how it makes me feel. Addressing them, one at a time I told them, “And now God has given YOU to us!”

You just wouldn’t believe it. As I was writing just now, the door opened, in walked my prince charming with a gorgeous bouquet of a dozen red roses!

I caught my breath, I didn’t know what to say. The timing was perfect, I had just finished tucking all the children in bed and was enjoying some quiet moments (besides Rayni, who kept chattering in bed, convinced that it’s not her nap time just yet). My eyes bulged. Could it be true?

The vehicle I had heard driving into the driveway must have been the florist. In his hands was a giant vase gracing a dozen red roses. It’s the first time in my life to have had a dozen red roses to my name.

I don’t know exactly why, or where the significance of 12 of these beauties even originates. At any rate, I am profoundly grateful and humbled by this act of kindness from my husband on our special day.

Daniel and I relished a few undisturbed moments together before it was time for him to go back to work again. Lets just put it this way, my heart feels full and running over.

Now back to our wedding day. Even though we married in March, we had the most perfect weather as the temperatures climbed into the mid-70s and the sun shone warmly. The grass had just turned green, and the first flowers had begun to bloom.

My mother had done an excellent job of planning a feast for our 400 guests. We felt blessed in so many ways. It was incredible to have support on all sides; guests from various states had traveled the distance, merely to show their love. It was a special blessing to have Daniel’s family and friends from Danville, Ohio here, knowing they would miss him after his move to Illinois.

Even though it really was the best day of our lives, I wouldn’t wanna go back per-

Gloria revisits her wedding day and shares her recipe of grape Jell-O salad, as pictured. — Submitted photo

land Township Fire Department and the Montcalm County Honor Guard. He is currently employed at Advanced Machining & Tooling in Vestaburg.

A June 29 wedding is planned.

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AMISH COOK RECIPE: GLORIA’S GRAPE JELLO SALAD INGREDIENTS First mixture: 1/4 cup grape Jell-O 2/3 cup boiling water 1/2 cup ice water Mix boiling water with Jell-O, mix until dissolved, add ice water. Pour into a 5 cup serving bowl. (I like using a clear glass bowl that shows the three layers.)

Chill.

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Second mixture: 3 1/2 tablespoons grape Jell-O 1/3 cup boiling water 2 1/2 tablespoons cold water 4 ounces cream cheese, softened 3 tablespoons powdered sugar

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As we celebrate nine years, I have the urge to make a dish we had at our wedding. How about trying our grape jello salad?

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SENIOR BULLETIN GREENVILLE SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER The Greenville Area Senior Citizens Center at 715 S. Baldwin St. is open for the following activities.

Mondays: Congregate meal at noon.

Tuesdays: Chair Zumba, 8:45 to 9:15 a.m., Zumba Gold, 9:15 to 9:45 a.m. Members - $1, Non-members - $2. Pedicures are the third Tuesday of every other month: Bring foot basin, towels, nail polish and polish remover, 9 to 11:30 a.m. Cost is $10.

Euchre at 6 p.m.

Thursdays: Quilters work on one group project 9 a.m. to noon. Crafts from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Congregate meal at noon.

Cards from 1 to 3 p.m.

TOPS, 5 to 7 p.m.

Fridays: Open 10:30 a.m. for games.

Congregate meal at noon.

Bingo at 12:30 p.m.

Hand and Foot card game at 1:15 p.m.

Suggested donation of $2.50 per day for non-members to participate will help cover expenses.

The Montcalm Commission on Aging (COA) serves “Food with Friends” at noon on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. A suggested donation of $2.50 for those 60 and older and $6 for those younger than 60 is appreciated. Call the COA no later than two weeks prior to reserve a meal and ride at (989) 831-7476 or sign up at the Senior Center.

ARK ENCOUNTER & CREATION MUSEUM Montcalm Travelers Presents: Ark Encounter & Creation Museum in Kentucky.

We will be heading south to Kentucky in a bus to check out the Ark Encounter on June 11, 12 and 13. Tour the most authentic replica of Noah’s Ark in the world, where the biblical account of Noah’s Ark comes to life. At seven stories tall and a football field and a half long, the Ark, is the largest timber-frame structure in the world. Day 1 will be getting to the hotel in Kentucky, lunch and dinner (on your own). Day 2 will be touring the Ark Encounter, breakfast at the hotel, lunch (on your own), dinner included. Day 3 will be touring the Creation Museum, breakfast at the hotel, lunch and dinner (on your own). This trip cost is based on how many in a room: Single-$562.00, Double-$433.00 per person, Triple-$390.00 per person, Quad-$368.00 per person. Payment is due at the time of sign up. Sign up for this trip until April 8 at

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BY SENIOR MEALS Commission on Aging Presents: Easter Dinner By Senior Meals. Please join us at one of our many meals sites for a wonderful Easter Dinner at noon April 22. These are our sites around the county to choose from: Stanton, Carson City, Edmore, Greenville and Howard City. The menu includes glazed ham, baked sweet potato, roasted brussel sprouts, dinner roll and apple pie. Cost is a suggested donation of $2.50 for 60 and older and $6 if younger than 60. Sign up by April 15 at the site of your choice or call (989) 831-7476 option 4.

Commission on Aging Presents: Interested in Losing Weight? We are trying to get Weight Watchers to set up a meeting in Stanton. To have a meeting in the Stanton area, we would need to have 12 or more active participants. To see if there is any interest we are holding an Informational Weight Watchers Meeting at 4:30 p.m.

April 17. CoA, 613 N. State St., Stanton. For more information, call Tara at (989) 8317476 option 2.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED EightCAP Inc., 904 Oak Drive, Greenville, offers a Senior Volunteer Program and is currently seeking volunteers for its foster grandparent and senior companion programs. Volunteers may earn benefits, such as a stipend, transportation reimbursement, paid time off and meals during service. Interested parties should contact Lori Johnson at (616) 754-9315 ext. 3347.

SENIOR BOWLING Senior bowlers, both men and women, looking for a fun afternoon are invited to join the Greenville Community Church Young At Heart seniors for bowling every Monday afternoon at 3 p.m. at Jacket Lanes in Greenville. Two games are bowled each week. There is always lots of fun. The afternoon is open for any senior bowlers in the area.

COMMISSION ON AGING SENIOR CENTER The Montcalm County Commission on Aging Senior Center, 613 N. State St., Stanton, is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.Meals are served at noon.

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A variety of activities are offered throughout the week, including crafts, cards, music, coffee hour, presentations and various classes.

Call the Commission on Aging at (989) 831-7476 or (616) 225-7476 for a complete list of events or to reserve a meal.

Serving lunch at noon Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays at the Greenville Area Senior Citizens Center locate at 715 S. Baldwin Ave. Free rides within the city limits on Thursdays.

CONGREGATE MEALS IONIA COUNTY Open to all senior citizens 60 and older.

No charge, but donations of $3 per meal are accepted. Call (616) 527-5365 for reservation three days in advance. All meals served at noon.

Ionia — Tuesdays and Thursdays bingo at 11:30 a.m. with lunch served at noon at the Commission on Aging, 115 Hudson St. MENU — April 2: Roasted pork with gravy, romanoff potatoes, sunshine carrots, wheat bread, mandarin oranges.

April 4: Swedish meatballs, egg noodles, stewed tomatoes, tropical fruit.

Belding — Thursdays: Belhaven community room, 41 Belhaven Drive.

MENU — April 4: Swedish meatballs, egg noodles, stewed tomatoes, tropical fruit.

CONGREGATE MEALS KENT COUNTY Open to all senior citizens 60 and older.

No charge, but donations of $2.50 per meal for seniors, $4.50 for non-seniors, are accepted. All meals served at noon.

Grattan — Monday and Wednesday: Grattan Township Hall, 12050 Old Belding Road NE, (616) 691-8450.

FOOD WITH FRIENDS MONTCALM COUNTY Call the Commission on Aging at (989) 831-7476 or (616) 225-7476 a week in advance to reserve a meal. All meals are free but a donation is requested. Meals are served at noon.

Carson City — Monday, Wednesday: Carson City United Methodist Church, 119 E. Elm St.

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Edmore — Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: Curtis Community Building, 209 S. Sheldon.

Greenville — Monday, Thursday and Friday: Greenville Area Senior Citizen Center located at 715 S. Baldwin Ave. Howard City — Monday through Thursday: Howard City Action Center, 132 E. Edgerton St. Stanton — Monday through Friday: Senior Center, Commission on Aging, 613 N. State St. MENU — Monday: Chicken and veggie rice bowl, oriental blend vegetables, brown rice, tossed salad, pineapple. Tuesday: Sliced turkey, stuffing, gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, orange. Wednesday: Hamburger, corn, broccoli, banana.

Thursday: Chicken tenders, mashed potatoes, gravy, fiesta corn, fruit crisp. Friday: Alaskan stuffed salmon, baked potato, broccoli, fruit.

NEXT WEEK’S EVENTS Monday, April 1 — Montcalm County Commission on Aging Senior Center 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 613 N. State St., Stanton. Foot clinic, 8 a.m. Lunch served at noon.

Tuesday, April 2 — Montcalm County Commission on Aging Senior Center open, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 613 N. State St., Stanton.

Lunch served at noon.

Tuesday, April 2 — Lakeview Area Seniors, 1 p.m., Lakeview Terrace, 9494 Padden Road. Card games, visiting with friends, snacks, coffee or tea. Program at 2 p.m.: Music will be performed by the Boys from Amsden. Everyone welcome.

Wednesday, April 3 — Montcalm County Commission on Aging Senior Center open, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 613 N. State St., Stanton. Visual support group, 10 a.m.

Lunch served at noon. Yarn stitching 1 p.m. Cardio drumming, 3:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 3 — The Purls of West Michigan needlework group, 10 a.m., First Congregational Church, Greenville.

Wednesday, April 3 — Edmore Senior Citizens, noon potluck, Curtis Community Building. Bring dish to pass.

Thursday, April 4 — Montcalm County Commission on Aging Senior Center, open, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 613 N. State St., Stanton. Lunch served at noon. Wanta be a painter, 1 p.m.

Friday, April 5 — Montcalm County Commission on Aging Senior Center, open, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 613 N. State St., Stanton. Lunch served at noon.

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With Pride, Sparrow Honors Our Physicians National Doctors’ Day is celebrated every year on March 30 as a day to recognize the contributions of Physicians to our Patients and Communities. Today and every day, Sparrow is grateful and appreciative for its 1,100 Physicians. Join Sparrow in expressing sincere thanks to our talented Doctors dedicated to improving the health of our Patients and Communities.

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DOWNTOWN GREENVILLE

FINE DINING | BA R | C ATER ING | HOTEL

Visit Downtown Greenville for a variety of retail and service related businesses.

MONDAY - SATURDAY

Happy Hour 3-7 p.m.

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Whether you are looking for auto insurance, planning a family dinner outing or shopping for a special gift, Greenville has you covered.

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Home Decor & More

We’ve Moved South & East Side between Studio 222 & All About Nails across from Greenville Floral

224 S. Lafayette St. Greenville, MI 48838 616.835.9199

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March’s Featured Downtown Greenville Business:

www.healthybalancebodyworks.com

feel your best look your best BE your best

The Unique Nook

Weekend and Evening Appointments available

100 N. LAFAYETTE DOWNTOWN GREENVILLE 616.754.7108 www.TheWinterInn.com

616-754-0490 108 N. Lafayette St., Suite D Greenville

massage. skincare. yoga.

WINTER INN CATERING

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EST. 1902 • GREENVILLE, MI

DID YOU KNOW?

Make Yourself At Beautiful living spaces in all the right places!

• How long has the Winter Inn been in business? The Winter Inn has been in business since 1902 - 117 years. In 2012, current owner Barry Thornton bought it from his parents, who owned it for 25 years.

Give us a call or check out our listings online today www.viewwestmichiganareahomes.com

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• What services do you provide? As a long-time local business, the Winter Inn offers a fine dining room for dinner, a sports bar, banquet rooms and a full service hotel.

300 S. Lafayette St, Suite A, Greenville | 616-232-4000

• What might readers not know? The Winter Inn is listed in the National Registry of Historic Places.

• What is the best part about being located in Downtown Greenville? Being in the heart of Greenville is the perfect place for the Winter Inn with all of the history located downtown and the historic buildings.

• Do you have any upcoming events or promotions? We are having an Easter buffet on Easter Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm, complete with prime rib, turkey, salads and much more.

• Do you have an employee you would like to highlight? “Dawn Norton is our general manager and catering and banquet specialist,” said Barry Thornton. “Dawn is instrumental in the Winter Inn’s success. Her commitment to excellence and hard work is second to none, simply the hardest worker I’ve ever meet.”

Greenville | 220 S. Lafayette | 800-764-7706

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