Fowlerville News and Views

Fowlerville News & Views On Line Edition November 11, 2012

Local Girl Scouts help with dinner fundraiser at St. Johns Lutheran Church Helping out at the annual German Dinner fundraiser at St. Johns Lutheran Church on October 20 were Girl Scouts from three local Troops. From Junior Troop #41601: Tori McMullen, Margaret Allen, and MaKayla Smith. From Junior Troop #30133: Isabelle Lindberg and from Cadette. From Troop #40201: Paiten Szura and Josefine Lindberg.

Trinity UMC is hosting 10th Annual Mini Mall of home party consultants & crafts Trinity United Methodist Church is proud to welcome the following home party consultants to their 10th Annual Mini Mall & Craft Sale on Saturday, November 17 from 10:00 am-3:00 pm.

The following consultants have agreed to give part of their profits and have donated an item for a Silent Auction to the church: Avon, Jamberry Nails, Mary Kay Cosmetics, The Pampered Chef, PartyLite Candles, Premier Design Jewelry, Silpada Jewelry, 31 Gifts, Tastefully Simple, Touchstone Crystal Jewelry & Tupperware.

We will also have some craft booths and the United Methodist Women’s group is hosting a bake sale.

So, come out and shop for the upcoming holidays. Proceeds will go toward church Mission projects.

Lunch will be available at the church. Trinity UMC is located south of Fowlerville at the corner of Bull Run and Iosco Roads.

For more information please call Judy at (734) 498-3528 after 6 pm or the church (517) 223-3803.

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Congratulations to the Fowlerville 7 and 8 grade boy’s fall travel soccer team. The boys went 4-1-3.

The boys played tough, anchored by a top defensive squad and top notch goal keeping. The offense shined as well, averaging 3 to 4 goals per game. “I’m very proud of my boys this season and can’t wait for spring,” said Coach Mike Ellerholz.

Pictured here, in front kneeling, Alex Bowers. Back Row L to R: Tyler Jenks, Caden Collins, Trevor Hunt, Wyatt Birmingham, Coach Mike Ellerholz. Front Row: Hunter McGuire, Billy Kujawa, Montana Gillett, Jacob Crawford, Tanner Mostellar, and Payton Johnson.

Area seniors invited to annual Ladies Auxiliary Thanksgiving dinner Nov. 20 Single seniors age 60 and over living in Fowlerville and Webberville are invited to the VFW Post 6464 and Ladies Auxiliary annual Single Senior Thanksgiving Dinner on November 20. The event starts at 6 pm and is being held at the VFW Hall, 215 Veterans Drive in Fowlerville.

Sign up sheets are available at the Fowlerville Senior Center, Ann Street Apartments, Grand Street Apartments and Hazel Street Apartments. Deadline to sign up is Sunday, November 18. If you are unable to make it to one of these locations, please call the Post at (517) 223-9842 or (517) 223-3454; please leave a message with your name and phone number. Someone is at the Hall on Fridays for Bingo and Sunday the 18th for breakfast.

If you are willing to volunteer to work for this event please call Peg or Butch Ogden at (517) 223-3454.

Letter to the Editor: Residents of Fowlerville: This is to inform you that after Veteran’s Day the local VFW Post will be removing the flags from the cemeteries. This is to coincide with the Federal Flag Code 36U.S.C. 171-178 and Public Law 94-344.

The codes states that any flag flown 24 hours must be of outdoor quality. The flags that are on the cemeteries are of cotton material and it also will help save cost of replacing them when they are worn and tattered.

The local VFW Post 6464 takes care of over 400 veteran’s graves in our area. We do not want to create any hard feelings with anyone. The flags will be put out on the Saturday before Memorial Day or sooner if weather permits.

Any questions or inquiries may be directed by contacting the Post at (517) 223-9842 or Butch Ogden at (517) 223-3454.

Little Glad Center News

By Cheryl Poch

Today, Sunday, is Veteran’s Day. Let us all remember those who gave their lives for our freedom. Do you know how Veteran’s day came about? It was World War I - known at the time as “The Great War.” WW I officially ended when the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919, in the Palace of Versailles outside the town of Versailles, France. Fighting ceased seven months earlier when an armistice or temporary cessation of hostilities between the Allied nations and Germany went into effect on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. For that reason, November 11, 1918, is generally regarded as the end of “the war to end all wars.”

Now to our continuing addition of NEW books at the FDL. Here are a few titles just ‘hot-off-the-press.”

Flight from Berlin by David John. A book of fact and fiction, drama and suspense. August 1936: The eyes of the world are on Berlin, where Adolf Hitler is using the Olympic games to showcase his powerful new regime.

Cynical British journalist Richard Denham knows that the carefully tagged spectacle masks the Nazis’ ruthless brutality, and he is determined to report the truth.

Viper Pilot-A Memoir of Air Combat – 358.400. 151 combat missions, 21 hard kills on surface-to-air-missile sites, four distinguished flying crosses with Valor, one Purple Heart...this is the story of an Air Force legend’s thrilling eyewitness account of modern air warfare.

The Spymasters-A Men at War Novel by W.E.B. Griffin and William E. Butterworth IV. It is summer 1943. Two of the Allies’ most important plans are at grave riskOperation Overlord’s invasion of France and the Manhattan Project’s race to build the atomic bomb. A furious President Roosevelt turns to OSS spy chief Wild Bill Donavan and Donovan turns to Dick Canidy and his teams behind enemy lines.

Coup D’etat-The War that came Early by Harry Turtledove-the master of Alternate history...in 1941, a treaty between England and Germany unravels-and so does a different World War II. Check these out – adventurous reads! Remember our Veterans...our quote for the week: “It is no use saying, “We are doing our best.” You have got to succeed in doing what is necessary. (Prime Minister Winston S. Churchill)

Beverly Farmer, Director farmer@fvl.k12.mi.us 517-223-6480 www.fowlervilleschools.org New Afternoon Preschool Session–TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS. Our center is offering an afternoon preschool session starting in January 2013. The preschool session will be from 12:30–3:30pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. It is open to 3 and 4 year olds. Registration fee is $50.00 (non-refundable) We welcome parent volunteers in the classrooms. Call or visit the office for additional information. Children must be three or four by December 1, 2012 to participate in preschool. *This session must have 8 children enrolled for the session to start.

Tuesday and Thursday – PM - Three and four year olds 12:30pm – 3:30pm *** Collecting Mittens, Gloves, Hats and Scarves: If you would like to donate to a worthy cause our center has chosen to collect mittens, gloves, hats and scarves for the Family Impact Center this holiday season. The collected items will be available for needy families in the local area. The items can range in size from child to adult; each item must be new and unwrapped. For those who do not know, the Family Impact Center is a Christian-based organization serving those in need. It is located at 735 N. Grand Avenue, Fowlerville. Our center has a Christmas tree located in our office where you can place your “gift”.

We are accepting donations from November 9 thru December 7. *** Playgroups- Great Parents, Great Start-Livingston: The Little Glad Center is offering a fall session of playgroups. Registration forms are available in the Little Glad Center office. The focus will be on the developmental needs of infants and toddlers. Parents stay with their child during the class and receive information to assist with their child’s development. This is a great opportunity to meet other parents, have fun, and participate in activities with your child. We welcome new registrations throughout the sessions.

Ages: 0 - 36 months Dates: Fridays November 16, November 30, December 7 Enrollment is limited to 10 children per group.

Cost for the six-week session: $60.00 Each playgroup will run from 9:30am – 11:00am Facilitator: Cindy Mathews – 223-6489 *** A look Ahead: November 21–23--Thanksgiving Recess - No School, Little Glad Center is CLOSED, no Wednesday-Friday preschool sessions.

November 26--No school K-12, TPDD. Little Glad center is OPEN; preschool is in session.

Heart of the Shepherd Lutheran Church participating in Kids Against Hunger Pastor Galen Grulke from Heart of the Shepherd Lutheran Church in Howell made the following comment to one of the church members, “Wow! Considering the devastation of hurricane Sandy and the demand for emergency food supplies, the timing couldn’t be better for our Kids Against Hunger Project on Wednesday, November 14thand our Mother congregation’s – Shepherd of the Lakes in Brighton, Saturday, November 17th Kids Against Hunger project!”

Heart of the Shepherd Lutheran Church extends to you the invitation to be part of a community project to pack 20,000 meals for hungry children locally and around the world! According to the World Health Organization, 10 children die of starvation or malnutrition related diseases every minute of every day. As daunting as that is, at a Kids Against Hunger event, in a couple of hours 200 people can pack 20,000 meals! And you can take part in that!

Each bag packed contains six proteins, nutrient-rich servings that can be prepared in less than twenty minutes and all that is needed is boiling water.

As volunteers, in this event, we get a chance to talk, share, laugh and reconnect with friends and others, but more importantly, through our involvement we reaffirm the importance of looking beyond ourselves toward serving the needs of others. It’s a great intergenerational project – kids 6 years of age and up are encouraged to participate!

Ways You Can Help Us Pack 20,000 Meals: • of the meals sent overseas... stored in U.S. for immediate disaster relief…

• distributed to area food banks for local use • Give Your Time and/or a Donation of Any Size: • Ex. A Gift of $14.00 = 50 meals / $28.00 = 100 meals for starving children • Make check payable to HOTS and memo KAH and send to the address below.

• Pack Meals: Wednesday, Nov. 14 from 5:30— 8:00pm Heart of the Shepherd Lutheran Church 228 Burkhart Rd. Howell (Near Mason Rd. Intersection) • Reserve a spot on one of the assembly lines for you…your family…your group.

• Contact Information: 517.552.7218 info@hotshepherd.org

www.hotshepherd.org

We would be honored to have you take part in this Kids Against Hunger community project to pack 20,000 meals for hungry children locally and around the world! Join us in this community event sponsored in part by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans: Let’s Thrive.

Pastor Galen also mentioned that the teams of volunteers needed to pack the 20,000 meals on Wednesday, November 14 are now basically full, BUT financial gifts to help cover the cost of the ingredients for the 20,000 meals would be greatly appreciated. A Gift of $14.00 = 50 meals / $28.00 = 100 meals for starving children. Make check payable to HOTS (Heart of the Shepherd) and memo KAH (Kids Against Hunger) and send to Heart of the Shepherd Lutheran Church 228 Burkhart Rd. Howell, MI 48843.

Important Information for the 2011- 2012 School Year: November 14– Picture Re-take day Frankenmuth Fundraiser Money Due November 21-23-Thanksgiving Break November 26-Teacher Professional Development-No school for students November 29–KPTN monthly meeting 3:45 p.m.

Kreeger Media Center Room Citizens Breakfast 8:10 a.m. Kreeger Cafeteria December 24-January 2– Christmas Break January 24-25–Hearing screening for 4th grade students February 25-27- Hearing Re-Screening for 4th grade students *** Box Tops, VG Receipts, Campbell Soup Labels: Remember to keep collecting Tyson A+ labels, Vg's receipts, and Campbell's labels, in addition to Box Tops! *** Meijer’s Community Rewards and Target Program: Kreeger Elementary is enrolled in the Meijer’s Community Rewards Program. When you apply for a Meijer’s Credit Card or Meijer’s Guest Card, be sure to use the Kreeger number 199139.

The Meijer’s Corporation supports schools by returning a portion of qualified customer purchases to the school! When using the Target program remember to mention Kreeger Elementary. Remember, “Every little bit helps!” Thanks for your support. *** Title I Survey: We will be conducting a school wide Title I survey during our Fall Parent/Teacher conferences. There will be a brief paper survey available for all parents to complete. If you will please take a few minutes to complete and return the survey it will be very beneficial to our building and my School Improvement Team.

Thank you in advance for your help.

Sincerely, Jason Miller, Kreeger Principal

OFFICE HOURS: Administration Office: 7:00 am – 3:30 p.m.

Counseling Office: 6:00 am - 2:30 p.m. *** IMPORTANT DATES: Nov 16--Food Drive Nov. 20--Senior Students- Graduation Assembly Nov. 21--Holiday Break Nov. 26--Professional Development Day No School Nov. 27--Return to School *** Boy’s Basketball Tryouts~ due to numbers, there are some adjustments in tryout times.

Mon., Nov. 12 through Thursday Nov 15--Cuts if necessary may take place either Wed. or Thursday. > Varsity~ 2:30-5 pm Mon. through Thursday comp gym > JV ~ Mon, Tue, and Thurs. 2:30-5 pm, Wed 7-9 comp gym > Freshman ~ Mon. through Thurs. 7-9 pm comp gym *** Reminder: As the 1st marking period comes to a close, please keep in mind the Loss of Credit Policy at Fowlerville High School. Students who accumulate 8 absences in a semester will lose credit in that class (1st semester ends on January 18, 2013). Please discuss the importance of attending classes everyday with your student. If you have any questions regarding our Loss of Credit Policy, please contact 517-223-6044. *** Parents & Students- School policy is that if you are not staying after for athletics or academic events you need to go home. Students are not allowed to be in any hall other than the main hall after school unless you are here with a teacher, coach or administrator. *** Helpful numbers: 223-6080 ~ attendance hotline available 24 hours a day; student will not be in school for the entire day 223-6000 ~ general building number; message to your student call any of numbers please try to get a person 223-6044 ~ attendance secretary 7-3:30; student release during a school day homework requests ~ if you’re student has missed several days (we will request homework for a student missing 3 or more days and we have to give the teacher a 24 hour notice to get the work to the attendance office) loss of credit letters 223-6050 ~ counselor secretary 6 am -2:30 pm transcript request, questions to do with grades, arrange appointments with your students counselor 223-6061 ~ athletic secretary 8 am -Noon Athletic events, Schedules, Registration, tryout dates 223-6060 ~ principal secretary 6:30 am –3 pm arrange appointments to meet with principal other building/teacher issues

*** Calling all Window Painters...the freshmen class needs help window painting, which began at the end of October and continues throughout November. In order to get our town ready for the big Christmas parade, we need lots of students and parents to volunteer to help decorate the town by painting festive holiday scenes at tons of local businesses! Every window painting job we complete earns our class money! Contact Mrs. Brown 223-6036 or Mrs. Hasseld 223-6118 if you're interested. *** Fowlerville High School will be holding their annual food drive now through November 16. Students can bring in either 10 canned or boxed goods or pay $5 in order to receive the privilege of going to a movie in The Alverson Center for the Performing Arts on Tuesday, November 20 during hours 5 and 6. Students that bring in food or pay $5 will receive a ticket to the movie. All food collected will go to the Family Impact Center and be used for the holiday season. Due to the high demand during this holiday season we really looking forward to a lot of participation. If you have any questions please contact Jill Thomas at 223.6084. If you do not have a student at the high school but would like to donate as part of our food drive please contact Jill Thomas as well. *** Do you need some extra help in your subjects? NHS is sponsoring DROP-IN TUTORING to help out students having trouble in classes. You do not need to sign up, just come in on Wednesdays in the HS library from 2:20-3:20 pm. *** The Sophomore Class is collecting old cell phones and ink jet cartridges. Please donate them to Mrs. Tomassi (class sponsor) room D-207 at the high school. Help us raise money for prom and senior year! *** Any parent interested in joining the newly formed Parent Principal Group (PPG), please contact me at luskb@fvl.k12.mi.us

*** The high school now has a Twitter account where you can follow any new info about academics or athletics in the high school. Please spread the word to follow Fowlerville High School at: @FHSGlads. *** Fowlerville High School Hosting an ACT Prep Workshop in December -An "ACT With Writing" Test Prep Workshop will be held at Fowlerville High School on Saturday, December 15. The workshop will be run by Mr. Frank Bernier in the FHS Cafeteria from 8:30 am until 1:30 pm and the fee is $60. Students will take an authentic full-length ACT practice test and essay.

You will receive your practice test scores at the workshop and the essay scores will be mailed home.

Registration forms are available online at the Fowlerville High School web site or directly from Mrs. Glover in the Counseling Office. The form may be mailed to Mr. Bernier or returned to Mrs. Glover with payment by

Thursday, December 13th. This is an excellent opportunity to get some test taking tips prior to the Spring MME test! *** Parents having trouble using Zangle to view grades, email questions to connect@fvl.k12.mi.us *** Target – Take Charge of Education–Through Take Charge of Education, families, teachers and members of the community have an easy way to raise money for our school. When you sign up and designate Fowlerville High School, Target donates up to 1% of every purchase you make with your RED card (Target® Visa® Credit Card, Target Credit Card or Target check Card) to our school. If you shop at Target stores and use their cards, please consider designating Fowlerville High School to receive the Target 1% donation! *** Ordering Transcripts for College Now Online (Michigan eTranscripts) Please visit the Fowlerville High School website for more information. *** Fowlerville Idol is back! The showdown begins at 7pm on Friday, Nov. 16 at Alverson Center for the Performing Arts at FHS. All Tickets $5. This year we feature 16 performances from both FHS and Fvl. Junior High students who made it through the tough first round of auditions. Our panel of judges and our audience will work together to choose the big winner of the night. Our 2012-13 Fowlerville Idol winner will be featured singing our National Anthem at the "Christmas in the Ville" celebration on Saturday, December 1st at 6pm. Other top Fowlerville Idol performers will also be featured singing Holiday classics before the parade from 5:30-6pm. Thank you to the Fowlerville Rotary for this wonderful opportunity to feature our talented Fowlerville students, and thank you to the Class of 2015 and the FHS Tech Crew for producing this event. *** Alverson Center for Performing Arts at FHS: Our performing arts center is gearing up for a busy performance season with many great productions hitting our stage between now and June 2013. If you're looking for a night of great entertainment...look no further than our very own Alverson Center for Performing Arts.

Did you know you can keep track of what's happening on stage at Alverson Center for Performing Arts by following us on Facebook? Just search "Alverson Center for Performing Arts at Fowlerville High School" and LIKE our page. Our production schedule is listed under the NOTES section of our Facebook page, and updates and posts on events are posted on our wall to keep our friends informed.

You can also find our 2012-13 production schedules online by visiting the Fowlerville Community Schools web page and clicking the "FHS/the Alverson Center” link found on the main FCS page. We are proud to have over 30 productions scheduled on our stage this season!

Here are just a few productions to look forward to in the

near future. See our production schedule for full details on each event and all that is coming in 2013!

Nov. 15--Kreeger 3rd Grade Musical Nov. 16--Fowlerville Idol Competition Dec 6-9--FHS Thespians: All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten Dec. 11--FHS Band Concert Dec. 14-15--Elizabeth Williams' Dancers Present: A Nutcracker Ballet Dec. 17--FJHS Band Concert Dec. 18-19--Smith 1st grade Musical Dec. 22--Karen's Dance Academy Presents: A Nutcracker Ballet

LESA Pathway Craft Show being held Thursday, November 29 Please join us for the annual LESA/Pathway Craft Show on Thursday, November 29 from 9:00 am until 3:00 p.m. We will be featuring items from Creative Impressions (cards and other gifts), Lacey’s Love Dog Biscuits, Bead Works (beaded ornaments and bookmarks made from fine quality glass and silver beads), and CABS Creations (gift bags, sticky notes). These are all made by students in Livingston Educational Service Agency programs. The event is being held at Pathway School, 1429 W. Grand River in Howell.

Some other items offered for your purchase are hand crocheted gifts, quilts, doll clothes, bags, hand painted items, and wood crafts.

Livingston Educational Service Agency (LESA), one of 56 intermediate school districts (ISDs) in Michigan, provides a variety of programs and services that support student achievement for approximately 30,000 students and 2,300 educators in the five public school districts and two public school academies in Livingston County.

Services include special education, professional development focused on student achievement, early childhood education and care, data processing, and business operational support. For more details go to: www.livingstonesa.org.

Williamston’s 5th Annual Buck Pole event being held November 15 Williamston’s 5th Annual Buck Pole will take place on Thursday, November 15 from 4-7 pm, with additional scoring on November 20 from 4-7 pm, and during the Grand Finale on Saturday, November 24 from 4-7 pm.

All events take place at Merindorf Meats, 500 Williamston Center Road in Williamston. For more information contact the Williamston Area Chamber of Commerce 517-655-1549 info@williamston.org.

Area Deaths—

Pincher in Fowlerville and was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church.

Surviving are four daughters: Jan (Marvin) Sober of Hillsdale, Kathy (Benjamin) Varney of Cass City, Kristin Frank of Cass City and Holly (Mark) Calton of Fowlerville, son: Wade (Monika) Copeland of Fowlerville, 12 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and a sister: June Rasmussen. She was preceded in death by her husband, great-granddaughter: Nataley, brother: Jack Caldwell and two sisters: Norma Munsell and Ruby Weinholt.

Mass of the Christian Burial was held on Saturday, November 10, 2012 at St. Agnes Catholic Church with Fr. Louis Ekka. Interment took place in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Fowlerville Alumni Scholarship Fund.

Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel. www.niblackfuneralhome.com.

Leora Louise (Campbell) Garza Leora Louise (Campbell) Garza, age 50, of Kingsville, Texas, formerly of Webberville, passed away October 29, 2012 in her home.

She was born October 19, 1962 in Howell to Joseph and Donna Campbell.

Surviving is her husband Hilarous III (Quincy) Garza, two children: Thomas Joseph (Vanessatie) Garza and Laura Lee Garza, mother-in-law Hilda and six grandchildren, six sisters: Jolene Davis, Connie (Jack) Womboldt, Ida (Bruce) Thomas, Susan (Dennis) Wood, Lonna Jablonsky and Tammy (Phil) McGill, two brothers: Claude (Danielle) Campbell, John Campbell and a dear mother Donna Campbell, along with several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father Joseph and a brother Thomas.

A memorial service will be held for her on Saturday, November 17, 2012 at 11 am at the United Methodist Church (corner of Cedar Street and Aurelius Road) in Holt.

Frances I. “Frankie” Copeland Frances I. “Frankie” Copeland, age 86, of Fowlerville, died Tuesday, November 6, 2012.

She was born Dec. 11, 1925 in Howell to John & Hermace (Elder) Caldwell and was raised by her foster parents: Charles J. & Rosanna L. Grostic. She married Clare Copeland on Aug. 6, 1949 and he preceded her in death on Dec. 14, 1992. Frankie was a Registered Nurse for Drs. Hauer and Higby and later owned the Penny

Kim L. (Loucks) Rowley Kim L. (Loucks) Rowley passed away at her home on November 4, 2012. She was born December 26, 1967.

Survivors include her parents, Johnna Hoyland and Thomas Loucks, as well as her fiancée and love of her life, Tod McPherson. She is also survived by her children: Johnathan Loucks and Catherine (Rowley) Voigt, four sisters: Crystal Stevens, Regina Loucks, Trixy Loucks, Tkay Guildi, many nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations can be made to the Rowley Loucks Fund at any branch of First National Bank.

IMPORTANT DATES: November 14-Parent Teacher Club (PTC) meeting 3:45 November 15 – Picture Re-Takes November 21, 22, 23 – Thanksgiving Break November 26 – No School Teacher PD Day December 7 – Christmas Dance December 18 & 19 – 1st Grade Musical Program (The Alverson Center For The Performing Arts) December 22 to January 2 – Christmas Break January 3 – School Resumes *** News from the Smith PTC (Parent Teacher Club) HELP MAKE SPECIAL SCHOOL EVENTS POSSIBLE! Without our fantastic volunteers, we cannot continue to hold the high quality events we have planned.

We are in need of volunteers to assist during the Christmas Dance and Family Fun Nights. Sometimes all we need is a donation of a loaf of bread or a dessert for a Teacher Appreciation Meal.

Please contact our volunteer coordinator by emailing htsmithptc@gmail.com or send a note to your child’s teacher and she will pass it onto the PTC. Once you are on our volunteer list, we can include you on our Volunteer Spot service to coordinate and remind you of events. Thanks for all you do for our kids! *** Basket Raffle- Thematic baskets have been beautifully put together and will be raffled at the Family Fun Christmas Dance on December 7. Each student will have 12 tickets to sell at $1.00 each or 6/$5.00. The tickets need to be returned with the money by December 6.

Write on the back of the ticket which basket you are interested in winning. The baskets were on display at parent teacher conferences and photos of the baskets are available for viewing at the school. Please join us in raising funds for additional math materials for the students!!! *** Reminder to Parents – Children are not allowed to carry any medication, and they cannot transport any medication. Please do not send in cough drops, aspirin, Tylenol, etc. with your child without going through the proper procedure, filling out the necessary forms, and bringing the medication to the office. A parent/guardian must transport medication to and from school. Students must be aware that they are not allowed to administer medication to other students.

Medication must also be in its original container and include the physician’s instructions. *** Please do not park in the drop-off (Kiss & Go) lane in front of the school. This lane is to be used for parents to drop off their children and move ahead so the next car can do the same. You do not have to wait for the front of

the line to drop your child off. Students may exit vehicles anywhere along the sidewalk area and walk to the main entrance.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION! *** Picture Re Take Day will be November 15. *Please note these instructions: If your student is having their photo taken for the first time, order forms will be available in the photo area for you to fill out. If you are having a retake done because you didn’t like the first picture, then your child must hand the photographer their returned photo packet to have another photo taken. *** SPECIAL THANK YOU!!! We would like to thank all of the volunteers for the FANTASTIC book fair held the week of Nov 5-9 and the TASTY meals for the staff during parent teacher conferences. The special events – “Muffins with Mom and Doughnuts with Dad” and “Lunch with Someone Grand” were well attended and quite profitable for the book fair. Profits from the book fair will be spent on literacy instructional materials for the classrooms. ***

Autumn and Anna Someone Grand.

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Ladies night planned November 15-17 in Williamston, “License” to Shop “License” to Shop for Fun in Williamston, a hunters’ widow/widower event will take place on November 1517 in downtown Williamston. The license headquarters is at Keller’s Plaza, 107 South Putnam. Here is how it works: get “ready” by purchasing your “license” for only $5 (proceeds to the Williamston Area Food Bank).

“Aim” for your deals and workshops. “Fire” by using your license on November 15-17, in downtown Williamston.

“Tag” information and a listing of events, Williamston Area Chamber of Commerce, 517655-1549, www.williamston.org.

Michigan’s Dance Team. Rachel’s advice for underclassmen is, “Be involved in as many school sports/clubs as you can…especially the school plays! I met some of my best friends during the plays!” The one thing Rachel will miss about high school the most is the structure of the days, “You go to school for six hours, go home and do homework.” College will come around and the schedule will be dramatically different with more freedom.

Mrs. Hardenbrook, Mrs. Zemper, and Mrs. Thomas nominated Rachel as student of the week.

Mrs. Hardenbrook commented, “Currently, Rachel is my yearbook editor and has taken on the leadership role with great stride. She was also in my AP Literature and Composition class last year as a junior and also participated quite often with excellent insight. She is an activated member of NHS and also inquires if I need extra help with community service events. She is an overall great kid and I wish I had ten more of her in my classes.” Congratulations to Rachel, on being this week’s Student of the Week at FHS!

Student of the Week-Rachel Hofsess

By Cara Iafano

Congratulations to this week’s Fowlerville High School Student of the Week, Rachel Hofsess! Rachel is the daughter of her loving parents Debbie and Kevin Hofsess. She has one older brother named Derek and three adorable dogs. Rachel enjoys dancing and has been dancing since a very young age. She currently dances at Michelle’s Academy of Dance in Brighton. When Rachel is not dancing in her free time, she is either in Ann Arbor taking guitar lessons or being a part of the National Honor Society. A fellow student and friend of Rachel’s, Hannah Hegberg said, “Rachel is one of the funniest people I know, she can always make me crack up.”

Rachel is a senior this year and her current schedule consists of AP Biology, AP Calculus, Physics, Yearbook, Independent study in Spanish IV, and BST. Rachel’s favorite class this year is Yearbook because she is editorin-chief and gets to make all the executive decisions. She also thinks it’s fun being in charge of coordinating the theme and pages of the yearbook.

Rachel’s favorite teacher is Mrs. Zemper because she has been her Spanish teacher for the past four years and has filled her mind with knowledge about the Spanish language and culture. Mrs. Zemper also knows Rachel very well because of the fact that she has had her for so many years. Mrs. Zemper had much to say on Rachel’s behalf, “Rachel is remarkable in the dedication she shows to her studies as well as activates such as the school plays and her dance classes. She is a very talented, yet humble young lady who exudes composure and maturity.”

After high school Rachel plans on attending the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology and eventually become a physical therapist. She would also like to continue dancing and tryout for the University of

Former Webberville athlete named defensive player of week at Adrian Adrian linebacker Hunter Juntunen, a junior from Webberville (Webberville HS Class of 2010), made 13 tackles, including 10 solo stops, in the Bulldogs’ win over Kalamazoo.

He also forced a fumble that Adrian recovered, broke up a pass and had a tackle for loss. Juntunen is being honored as Player of the Week for the first time in his career.

Upcoming Programs at the Fowlerville District Library Follow us on Facebook & www.fowlervillelibrary.org.

Registration usually opens 2 weeks prior to the event unless otherwise noted. *** Astronaut Training: Wednesday, Nov. 14 5:30. Kids 4 years-5th grade. Are you interested in going to space?

Do you have the “Right Stuff” to be an astronaut? Come hear stories and play some fun games while we ‘train’ to be astronauts! *Registration begins October 31. Call 2239089 or stop in to register to attend. Must be registered to attend. *** Family Impact Center Food Drive: Help us help our community! The Family Impact Center needs our help! Bring is 5 non-perishable food items and check out a new DVD for free. Or bring in a food item and we’ll take a dollar off of your overdue fines, with a limit of five non-perishable food items for $5 off your overdue fines. *Not applicable to fines that are in collections. *** From A to Z with Mrs. D: Tuesdays & Wednesdays 10 &11. Ages 1-4 years old. The Fowlerville District Library is proud to present an all new, high quality program for Toddler and Preschool aged children. There are still some openings in these groups. For more information call 223-9089 or stop in at the library. *Registration is on a first come, first served basis. You must come into the library to register. You must be registered to attend. *** Scrabble Club: Monday, Nov. 12 5:00-6:45.

Adults. Scrabble enthusiasts are welcomed to join our second season of scrabble tournaments, regardless of skill level. Improve your game while playing at the library! Seating is limited, register early to attend.

Call 223-9089 or stop in to register to attend. Must be registered to attend. *** Patron Appreciation Day: Tuesday, November 20.

The Fowlerville District Library would like to thank the Fowlerville community for their support and patronage.

Stop in for a visit and take home a key chain for adults or a goody bag for kids from our ‘Appreciation Display’! *** Retired & Refurbished Computer Sale: Begins Tuesday, November 20. We will be selling our retired computers. All systems are professionally prepped and set up. Ready to go to your home! Included in the price of a computer is the following: refurbished computer, keyboard, and mouse. Monitors and Microsoft Office software packages are available as add-on accessories and are separately priced. All purchased software packages will be installed prior to delivery to the library and the purchaser will receive all of the discs for their computer. For more information, visit the library and see the Computer Sale Specification Sheet on display.

*** The Fowlerville District Library will be closing at 3pm on Wednesday, November 21 and reopening Friday, November 23 at 9:30am to observe Thanksgiving. Have a happy and safe holiday! *** Mixed Media Necklaces: Thursday, Nov 29 6pm.

Adults. Join us in creating one-of-a-kind pieces of jewelry using a variety of materials. Visit the library to see the examples created to inspire your inner artist! *Register in person at the library. There is a $5 cash deposit for this program that is refundable at the program.

-Card of ThanksOn behalf of my family and me, I would like to thank the selection committee and the Fowlerville Board of Education for the honor of having the Performing Arts Center renamed The Alverson Performing Arts Center.

When my wife Becky and I moved here as newlyweds in 1969, we had no idea how deeply we would embrace this community and how blessed we would be in return.

Fowlerville was a great place to raise our family and we have met so many wonderful people through our years here. I would like to thank the entire Fowlerville community for your support during my 40 years with the school district, and 16 years in Handy Township government.

I would also like to sincerely thank the students, parents, teachers, support staff, administrators and school boards that I had the privilege to serve with throughout my years with the district. It was a wonderful career and a pleasure to work with you all.

My hope is that God will continue to bless our community and our school district in every way as we move into the future together. Thank you all again for this wonderful honor for which I am very humbled.

Sincerely, Ed and Becky Alverson & Family

Playgroup date set at Bennett Recreation for November 17 Still need to get your holiday shopping done? Don’t want to take the kids? Drop them off at the Bennett Recreation Center for two hours of fun on Saturday, November 17 from 10 am to Noon. Thirty minutes of getting to know each other and then games, songs, books, and crafts for the next thirty minutes. And of course, everyone’s favorite – snack time! We’ll spend the last forty minutes in active play. Children must be potty trained. Please be sure to advise of any food allergies.

Cost is $12 for City of Howell and Oceola Township residents, $17 for Genoa and Marion Township residents, and $24 for non-residents.

For more information or to register, please visit www.howellrecreation.org or call 517/546-0693.

I Remember Pheasants!

I remember when October was more than the “color” month, more than the month of football homecoming games, more even than the month of Halloween.

October meant hunting and hunting meant pheasant hunting.

They didn’t close school for the opening when I went to junior high or to high school, but most teachers and principals were pretty understanding if you brought a note from home requesting the day off. Later, during my first few years as a teacher myself, the schools where I taught actually closed their doors for the opening day of pheasant season. So many families were involved in the activity that a day away from classes wasn’t seriously questioned.

Back when my friends and I were in our teens, we rushed home from school and with our single shot 12 gauge shotguns, had time to comb a field or two before supper. Those were good, exciting autumn afternoons when the cackle and color of a ring neck exploding from a weed-chocked field was a common experience. The numbers of pheasant seemed endless.

But things changed as they have a way of doing. More and more hunters took to fewer and fewer available fields and many of them brought well-trained dogs with them.

Farmers cultivated more and more of their land, even to the point of eliminating the fence rows that had been the nesting and hiding places of pheasants. And finally, in the name of more efficient agricultural practices, they used D.D.T. products in their fields.

Likely it was a combination of over hunting, the reduction of habitat and a toxic interference with breeding success that caused pheasant numbers to dwindle. Soon, a lot of hunters had all but given up the sport.

Now, most of what I’ve described are just memories.

Unless sportsmen have access to those few pockets of good habitat that remain on untilled and carefully managed land, a trip north for grouse or the obtaining of a turkey permit has taken the place of most pheasant hunting. Certainly pheasant numbers are nowhere near what they were in the 40s and 50s, but a combination of things have occurred that have led to a few more birds.

D.D.T. has been outlawed; there is more idle farmland and the state has invested in the introduction of a new

strain of birds. The Sichuan pheasant, while not a ringing success, has introduced new genes into remaining ring neck pheasants that just may have helped.

While experts don’t agree on which is the single most important reason, they do agree that some increase in numbers has occurred, especially in isolated areas. A few hunters still eagerly await the pheasant opening while I all but forgot about it this year.

For those who have done little or no hunting of these beautiful birds and are relying mostly on what dad or grandpa has said about the wily ring neck, consider the possible differences between it and the Sichuan.

Pheasants are known for their crossbreeding habits, which was one reason for the introduction of the Sichuan.

If today’s birds are mixes they may be found in thicker cover, more like a grouse. They will quite likely be a bit smaller and may be more inclined to wild flushes. The rings on their necks can vary from an almost complete to an almost non-existent example, and their overall colors will tend to be darker.

Whether it’s milder winters, less toxic materials in the fields, more untilled land or new genes in the remaining birds, the important thing is that we may be able to look to pheasant seasons in the future. Treasured memories could be stirred in the minds of older hunters and new ideas sparked in the heads of younger ones!

Capital Area District Library Events November 12—18 WEBBERVILLE: Open Board Games (Adults) Date: Nov. 14. Start Time: 12:30 PM. Description: Adults are invited to play board games at the library. Use our games or bring your own.

Library: Webberville (WE) *** Lego Club (Ages 5-10) Date: Nov. 15. Start Time: 3:00 PM Description: Drop by the library to build and create something with your friends. You supply the imagination--we supply the Legos! Library: Webberville (WE) *** WILLIAMSTON: Book Discussion Group: Adults. Date: Nov. 14. Start Time: 1:00 PM. Description: This month: At Least in the City Someone Would Hear Me Scream by Wade Rouse This memoir recounts the experiences of a self-obsessed gay man who trades his city life for the kind of simple, woodland existence described by Henry David Thoreau, ultimately testing his spirit, sanity, and relationships.

Library: Williamston (WM)

Webberville Schools forms new club for parents of middle school students

Michigan House Report Cindy Denby, 47th District I want to take a moment to thank my constituents of the 47th District for their support over the last four years. I have worked hard serving as your state representative and remain committed to representing you and providing you with the assistance you deserve. I am honored to be able to serve a third term as your state representative and will continue the work to revitalize our economy and get our state back on track. *** We continue to receive more and more good news about our economic recovery. Just last week, Michigan was ranked fourth in the nation for economic recovery, according to a survey done by Area Development magazine. The survey also ranked Michigan sixth in the nation for "overall labor climate" and gave us the top ranking for "availability of skilled labor." These rankings have been driven by an increase in manufacturing jobs in our state, which can be tied to tough reform efforts that made our state a better place to do business.

A related study also ranked five Michigan metropolitan areas within the top 100 leading locations for business on the nation's 365 leading locations list. The magazine uses 23 indicators to make their picks, plus separate indicators for "economic strength" and "recession-busting" factors.

Area Development reported that "even amid the recessionary gloom, there were blooms of prosperity, and there are some places that have gotten back on their feet faster than others." This is more great news for our state and continuing to receive these rankings will bring more business to Michigan to further revitalize our economy.

Webberville 4-H Club meeting this Monday, November 12 The Webberville 4-H Club is holding their monthly business meeting on Monday, November 12 at 7:00 p.m. at the Webberville Village Hall. This is the final meeting for new members to sign-up for the 20122013 year. For more information please contact Suzie at 449-6711 or Sandy at 517-388-1959.

There is a great new club being organized in the middle school, the Middle School Boosters (MSB) club. The MSB has been created to offer activities for the students and support for the classrooms. There are also opportunities to help students after school during tutoring time in the Library Media Center (LMC).

The Boosters’ plan is to get a small group of (3-4) parents from each grade level (6,7,8) to pool resources, thoughts, and ideas, and then plan a monthly event for the middle school boys and girls. There is a committee to coordinate an “event” calendar, which will then reach out to the other parents to help chaperone, donate, and or plan the next event with us. With the great group of middle school parents that we have, participation in Middle School Boosters won’t take a lot of time or effort, you can participate as much, or as little as you wish!

The MSB held its first activity, a Halloween Bash, on Friday, October 26 after school. The event, which offered pumpkin decorating, donuts on a string, Wii dancing, Minute-to-Win-It, food and crafts, was attended by 2/3 of the middle school students. The Boosters hope to better that by offering activities for the students and support for classrooms. There are also opportunities to help students after school during tutoring time in the Library Media Center.

The MSB is also going to create a volunteer calendar on the middle school website so parents will be able to sign up to volunteer in their child’s classroom. Many parents have expressed their willingness to help in the classroom (like they did in the elementary school) but they are not sure how or if the help was needed. When the middle school teachers were asked if they would like to have parent volunteers in their classrooms, the answer was a resounding “YES!” Boosters meetings are scheduled for the second Wednesday of each month at 5:30 P.M. in the LMC in the Middle/High School.

For more information, to volunteer, or to add your name to the mailing list, please call or write to Mrs. Reifenberg at 521-3447, ext.

357 or jreifenberg@webbervilleschools.org, or Dana McGowan at dmcgowan1973@hotmail.com .

Memorial Lutheran Church hosting live nativity on December 8 Members of Memorial Lutheran Church in Williamston will depict the events at the time of the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ at their Live Nativity event on Saturday, December 8, from 6:00-8:00 PM. Members will dress in period costume to speak and sing about those events. Live animals will also be present to help set the scenes. This will take place in the church parking lot located at 1022 W. Grand River Avenue in Williamston.

nation. I hope that you and your loved ones have the opportunity to thank a veteran this weekend.

Michigan Senate Report

By Joe Hune, 22nd District

It is that time of year again that we thank the amazing men and women who have served and continue to serve our great nation. Sunday, Nov. 11 marks Veterans Day in America.

President Woodrow Wilson first proclaimed Veterans Day (then known as Armistice Day) for November 11, 1919. In proclaiming the holiday, he said: “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations.”

In that tradition I ask that all the residents of the 22nd Senate District take a moment this weekend and think about all the men and women that you know or have known that served this great country and think about how much they have affected your life and the lives of countless other Americans over the years.

I would also like to draw particular attention to a few Veteran’s Day events that will be taking place around our district.

The Brighton VFW Post 4357 and the American Legion will be holding a Veterans Day ceremony at 1p.m. Sunday at the American Spirit Centre, 10590 E. Grand River, Brighton. For more information, please call 810-229-9088.

There will be a Veterans Day Ceremony, Sunday at 11a.m. at Livingston County Courthouse in downtown Howell. There will be speakers and a salute by the Marine Corps.

There will also be a Veterans luncheon at the Howell American Legion immediately following the Veterans Day Salute at the Livingston County Court House on Sunday. American Legion Auxiliary will host the luncheon from noon to 2 p.m. It is free to all Veterans.

The post is located at M59 and Grand River, Howell. For more information, call 517-546-2534.

Times like these express the need for all American citizens to pull together and thank those brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our great

5th Annual Buck Pole Contest being held in Howell November 15 For those of you who bag a buck during the opening day of firearms season in Livingston County, the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority, Marion Township, and Anything That Moves want to help you earn your bragging rights at the 5th Annual Buck Pole, where hunters will gather to share stories, photos, and enjoy the warming tent, concessions, a bonfire, and chances to win great prizes. The event runs from 4 to 9 pm.

For a $10 registration fee, you’ll be able to hang your deer and receive a cap. You don’t need to have the largest buck to enter the contest either as we’ll also be awarding heaviest buck, most points, 1st woman, widest rack, most unique rack, and youngest hunter to bag a buck (18 & under). Please see the following rules below: $10 registration fee to hang deer Deer must be completely field dressed Hunter must furnish general area in Livingston County, time, and who shot the deer Points must be 1” or longer to be counted Spread shall be measured by the widest outside dimension of the rack No deer can be removed until all prizes are awarded Deer must be hanging by 8:00pm on Thursday, November 15 to be eligible for any prize Weather conditions permitting Should weather conditions require removal of the deer (temperatures over 50 degrees), the hunter must still be present at 8:00pm on November 15 in order to receive any prize Final decision of awarding prizes for deer will be at the discretion of the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority Buck Pole Committee Awards ceremony begins at 8:30pm One prize per buck “Bucket Raffle for a Buck” during event for all to participate in Cost is $10. Buck Pole is held at Marion Township Hall, 2877 W. Coon Lake Rd in Howell. For more information or to register, visit www.howellrecreation.org or call 517/546-0693.

Fowlerville Senior Center announces winners in pig drawing contest The Fowlerville Senior Center has announced the winners in their recent pig drawing contest. They are Joyce Hedstrand and Kimber Peach.

Student Council Meetings: Monday, November 12 from 2:30 - 3:30 pm Monday, December 10 from 2:30 - 3:30 pm Student Council Holiday Dance: Friday, December 14 from 2:30 - 4:00 pm *** REMINDER TO PARENTS: Students are to be dropped off in the morning in the circle drive attached to the main entrance only. We have a number of drop-offs occurring by the gymnasium entrance that are causing safety issues as busses are attempting to enter, drop off students, and leave the parking lot between the High School and Junior High. Please be sure to use the designated circle drive for drop-offs in the morning. We appreciate your help in keeping all of our students safe. *** Parents having trouble using Zangle to view grades, please send an email questions to connect@fvl.k12.mi.us. *** The athletic department at FJH will continue to collect VG receipts. Anyone wishing to donate their VG receipts may drop them off at the FJH office. *** ATHLETICS FOR WEEK OF Nov. 12: Boys Basketball: Mon., 11/12: BBB vs Charlotte-7A, 8H; 4:30 Bus 3:15; CHEER -4:30 Wed., 11/14: BBB vs E.L. McDonald-7A, 8H; 4:30 Bus 3:15; CHEER - 4:30 The young Glads appreciate your support. See you at the games.

Effective immediately: Every athlete on a 2012-13 athletic team at FJH may stop by the FJH athletic office and receive an athletic pass. The athletic pass is good for admission to all HOME FJH athletic events. Coaches will provide Mrs. Recker with a team roster. Any student planning to go out for a team later in the school year may also request a pass. However, there are certain stipulations. Please see Mrs. Recker for additional information. IF AT ANY TIME, THIS ATHLETIC PASS IS MISUSED, IT WILL BE CONFISCATED & NOT REISSUED. *** Student Council Food Drive: Fowlerville Junior High School’s Student Council is having a food drive for the Family Impact Center.

The Food Drive is from November 27 –December 7. Items needed are: Baked beans/ pork & beans, canned fruit, fruit juice, &juice boxes, canned meals (Spaghetti O’s, Ravioli, etc.), canned meats (chicken, ham, especially tuna), canned vegetables (tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, mixed), cereal: especially “Kids’ Favorites”, condiments: mustard, ketchup, salad dressing, etc., Helpers: Chicken, Hamburger, & Tuna, Jam/ Jelly, Macaroni and Cheese, packaged meat meals, rice & pasta mixes, soaps: dish/

laundry, soups: chunky or regular, and cans of spaghetti sauce.

Also, we cannot accept any “home canned” products. Thank you so much helping. *** Friends of Rachel is proud to announce the date of their second annual Maison Z. Wilkinson Fundraiser. Please mark your calendar for Saturday, March 23, 2013. In order to have another outstanding garage sale for the community, we are looking for your donations again. If you have unwanted items cluttering up your house, we would love to take them off of your hands. Friends of Rachel will accept your donations up until the actual fundraiser. If you have any questions, please contact Amy Jarvis at jarvis@fvl.k12.mi.us or 223-6225.

Relay for Life conducting newspaper collection on November 17 As the holiday season fast approaches many of us are beginning to do our holiday cleaning and decorating. As you are cleaning and wondering what to do with all the newspapers you have been saving, we have the answer.

Saturday, Nov. 17 from 11am to 12pm. is the next Relay for Life newspaper collection. Bring your papers to Brent's Pizza, 222 W. Grand River in Williamston or United Methodist Church, M-52 & Holt Rd. in Webberville. If you are not able to make it on Saturday you can drop them off Monday - Friday 9am- 4pm at Applegate Insulation, 1000 Highway Dr. in the Webberville Industrial Park on M-52. Just tell them you are donating to Relay for Life. If you have any questions call Diane at 521-0220. Thanks for your support! Next collection date is Jan. 12, 2013.

Howell Recreation offering trip on Nov. 14 to Firekeepers Casino Firekeepers offer a Las Vegas-style gaming floor with over 2,680 of the latest slot and video poker games, 78 table games including black jack, craps, and roulette; a live poker room and exclusive high limit area. Five restaurants from fine dining at Nibi to a variety of flavors at the Mijem Buffet, and heart-warming comfort foods at Café 24/7, there’s going to be sometime for everyone.

Trip includes round trip transportation, 4 hours gaming, $20 player’s card, and a $5 food voucher. Trip departs from the Howell VG’s Grocery Store at 10:00am. Cost is $35 per person.

For more information or to register, please visit www.howellrecreation.org or call 517/546-0693.

WEBBERVILLE SCHOOLS DISTRICT NEWS

WEBBERVILLE SECONDARY SCHOOL

Board Meeting – The next meeting of the Webberville Board of Education will be on Monday, November 19 at 7:00PM in the Spartan Center Community Room. *** Thanksgiving Break – There will be no school on Thursday, November 22 and Friday, November 23.

Students WILL have school on Wednesday, November 21. This is a change from previous years so please take note. *** Spartan Yard Signs – The varsity volleyball team is selling customized yard signs for the low, low price of $20 per sign. The sign will be created using your child’s name and their chosen sport or musical interest. Order forms are available in the district and secondary offices, or you can download a form from the homepage of the district website. Buy a sign and support your Spartan volleyball program!

Follow us on Facebook - You can follow the artistic adventures of the WCS Art classes on Facebook. The address is:

WEBBERVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Junior Garden Club – The Junior Garden Club will meet on Thursday, November 15 at 3:00PM in the elementary school. *** ICHD Hearing Exam – The Ingham County Health Department will be conducting hearing tests at the elementary on Thursday, November 15 and Friday, November 16. *** End of Trimester – The first trimester at the elementary school will end on Friday, November 16. *** Family Movie Night - The elementary school Family Movie Night is officially scheduled for Friday, November 16 at 6:30PM. A PG movie will be shown and there will be a drawing for a special prize! Please bring your pillow, blanket, drink and an item for the local food pantry; the movie and free popcorn will be supplied! *** Report Cards – The elementary first semester report cards will be sent home on Wednesday, November 21. *** November Awards Ceremony – The November Awards Ceremony will be held on Friday, November 30 at 2:15PM in the elementary gym. *** Boots and Shoes Available -New boots or shoes are available for your children, compliments of Old Newsboys of Greater Lansing. If you’re in need of footwear, stop in the office and pick up an application!

Call Sue Douglas at 521-3071, extension 216 with any questions.

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*** Thanksgiving Baskets – The NHS and FFA are working with the Webberville Food Bank to create Thanksgiving baskets for local families. The individual grades at the secondary school will be competing to see who can donate the most food. Boxes are located in the HS café for food donations. Please put the grade of your child on each item donated to make sure their grade gets credit.

Community members can also donate items. The items needed are; Instant potatoes, canned pie fillings, cake mixes (no frosting), boxed stuffing, apple sauce, cream of mushroom soup, marshmallows, canned sweet potatoes, jell-o, and canned cranberry sauce. *** FFA Fruit and Nut Sale – The annual fruit and nut sale is taking place right now! Don’t miss out on your opportunity to place your order. Contact any FFA member, or call Ms. Scott-Keiser at 521-3447 ext: 343. *** Toys for Tots Drive – The annual Toys for Tots Drive begins on November 26. Helping community members during their time of need is rewarding for all ages. The joy you feel from helping out is immeasurable. Please donate a new, unwrapped toy. Donation boxes are located in the secondary school. With your support, we can help make a difference in our community. *** NHS Blood Drive - The National Honor Society will sponsor a blood drive on Thursday, December 6 in the MS Gym. You can stop in and donate blood from 8:30AM to 2:15PM. Appointments are available, but are not necessary. Please call Sandy Judd at 521-3447 ext 340 to make an appointment. *** PowerSchool Logins – All parents are provided a login and password for their child’s PowerSchool account.

Access to PowerSchool allows you to view your child’s grades, and also review assignments that have been turned in or are missing. If you need your PowerSchool password, please email ksweethouse@webbervilleschools.org or call 521-3447 ext: 320.

Webberville Community Schools 2012 refunding bonds The Board of Education of Webberville Community Schools is proud to announce the successful sale of its 2012 Refunding Bonds in the amount of $8,425,000. The Bonds were issued for the purpose of refunding all or portions of the School District’s outstanding 2002 and 2004 School Building and Site Bonds, and to pay the costs of issuing the Bonds. The 2012 Refunding Bonds reduced the School District interest expense approximately $836,407 for the taxpayers and will occur through lower debt payments over the next 18 years.

In preparing to sell the 2012 Refunding Bonds, the School District, working with its financial advisor, Stauder Barch & Associates, Inc., requested that Standard & Poor’s Rating Services, a division of The McGrawHill Companies, Inc. (“S&P”), evaluate the School District’s credit quality. S&P affirmed the School District’s outstanding underlying rating of “A-”. The rating agency cited the School District’s strong income indicators and adequate reserves in their rationale for maintaining the rating of the School District at this level.

The district pursued refinancing of the bond because of the favorable interest rates and the potential saving for the taxpayer in the district. The bond sale came through even more favorably than was anticipated and as a result the savings is estimated between $1,500,000 - $2,000,000 for the local tax payers over the next 18 years. The board’s goals are to be fiscally responsible and to provide the best value possible for the local taxpayers.

The School District’s financing was conducted by the Michigan investment banking office of the brokerage firm, Stifel Nicolaus, the financial advising firm, Stauder Barch & Associates, Inc. and the law firm serving as bond counsel, Thrun Law Firm PLC. The School District’s 2012 Refunding Bonds were sold at a true interest rate of 2.78% with final maturity in 2030 (a repayment term of approximately 18 years). Brenda Voutyras, Managing Director with Stifel Nicolaus states, “Webberville Community Schools Bonds were well received by the market. We were able to take advantage of current low rates that resulted in a savings level that exceeded the goals of the District.”

Webberville Library

By Carol Grund

Fall has been a busy time at the Webberville Library.

Of course our Wednesday morning story times were all about fall, monsters, pumpkins and ghosts. The preschoolers who attended enjoyed songs and stories, plus crafts like monster masks and painted pumpkins.

Starting Jan. 9, we will meet on Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m., just fifteen minutes after Webberville preschool classes are released.

Kids aren’t the only ones enjoying library events. This fall we hosted several fascinating programs for adults as

well. One recent visitor was retired Lansing Firefighter Larry Martin, whose passion is collecting stories about Michigan’s World War II Veterans. The audience enjoyed his collection of photos and other memorabilia, as well as a video interview with a veteran who was aboard the USS Nevada at Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941.

Another history program for adults was part of our new series, Down Memory Lane. This reminiscer group meets on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 2 p.m., so that adults can gather to talk about days gone by and other topics of interest. Our speaker was local historian Jesse Lasorda, with a presentation about the Michigan Boy’s Training School located near Eastern High School in Lansing. Be sure to join us at the next session, on Nov. 27, when we talk about tools used in days gone by. Bring your own vintage kitchen or farming tool if you like.

Looking to the future as well as the past, we also hosted a visit from CADL’s Associate Director, Scott Duimstra.

Scott brought along a technological “petting zoo,” so that attendees could try out some of the more popular devices used for downloading eBooks from the library’s collection.

For details on all events at Capital Area District Libraries, visit cadl.org/events.

Capital Area District Libraries’ Webberville branch is located at 115 S. Main Street in Webberville. For information about our hours, services or events, call 517521-3643 or visit cadl.org.

David and Sara Carpenter of Webberville got creative with a couple of pumpkins during a recent story time at the library.

Dentists, state launch campaign to alert veterans to possible dental assistance The Michigan Dental Association Foundation is partnering with the Michigan Department of Military & Veterans Affairs and the Michigan Veterans Trust Fund to raise awareness about potential dental assistance for Michigan’s 700,000 veterans.

Information cards being distributed by MDA member dentists in their offices advise veterans on where to go for more information regarding VA health care and the Michigan Veterans’ Trust Fund. The Michigan Veterans Trust Fund distributes approved grants to help wartime veterans and their families regain their financial footing after an unforeseen, temporary, emergent financial crisis or hardship.

“MDA member dentists want to make sure Michigan veterans have all the information they need about potential dental assistance as well as VA health care and potential financial assistance programs,” said Jeff Johnston, DDS, MS, a Sterling Heights dentist and president of the Michigan Dental Association (MDA).

“This is one way to ensure veterans get the care they need and deserve,” Johnston said at a Capitol news conference launching the effort.

MDA Foundation President Mike Jennings, DDS, said the awareness campaign aligns perfectly with the organization’s goals.

“The foundation supports programs that improve access to oral health care, and helping connect veterans with the dental assistance they may be eligible for definitely fulfills that mission,” Jennings said.

Although Michigan has the 11th largest veterans’ population in the country, fewer veterans in Michigan access VA health care than their counterparts nationally.

(See attached Fact Sheet.)

“We have a responsibility to make sure Michigan veterans are getting the care that they deserve,” Lt. Gov. Brian Calley said at the news conference. “Michigan dentists are stepping up to make sure that happens with this frontline awareness campaign.”

Jason Allen, senior deputy director at the Veterans Affairs Directorate, said the campaign “will help us reach thousands of eligible veterans with valuable information on how they can access the VA health care they earned through service to our country or apply for financial assistance through Michigan’s emergency grant program.”

Many veterans are not familiar with how to access their VA health care or are not aware that the Michigan Veterans Trust Fund offers emergency grants based on emergent financial hardship.

“Dental benefits are not automatic for most veterans,” said Anne-Marie Dutcher, director of the Michigan Veterans Trust Fund. “The trust fund provides emergency grants to eligible veterans through an application process initiated at the county level. Dentists are offering a

valuable service by providing information on who to contact for an application.”

Because most veterans are unaware of the availability of emergency grants, they often delay treatment. State Sen. Roger Kahn, R-Saginaw, who is also a physician, said that’s a problem because oral and physical health are closely related.

“If you wait too long to get dental treatment, it can result in more serious health problems,” Kahn said. “The close relationship between oral health and diabetes is of particular concern because inflammation that starts in the mouth weakens the body’s ability to control blood sugar.

To help prevent more serious conditions, we need to provide access to dental care.”

The MDA works to educate the public about oral health, promotes the science and art of dentistry, and provides educational materials and services to its 5,500 members, enhancing their ability to provide quality care.

For more information, visit www.smilemichigan.com.

19th Annual Wishes booklets available for Livingston County United Way Area businesses, churches, youth organizations, and others can now get a copy of the 19th annual Livingston County United Way’s Wishes Booklet, a compilation of “wishes” from twenty-eight area non-profit organizations. Local non-profit agencies are hoping to be “adopted” for holiday or year-end giving.

The booklet lists products and services needed to assist organizations in maintaining programming, while helping to lower operational expenses. In some cases, “gently” used items can be donated such as office equipment, furniture or supplies. Other items included in the booklet are office supply items and services that can generally be purchased at a reasonable cost. For individuals and businesses needing year-end tax deductions, receipts can be given for contributed items.

The Wishes Booklets are available at the Brighton, Hartland and Howell Chambers of Commerce, and libraries throughout the county. Wishes Booklet can also be picked up at the Livingston County United Way office at 2980 Dorr Rd., Brighton, or to have a copy mailed, call 810-494-3000, or e-mail lcuw@lcunitedway.org.

6th Annual Turkey Stroll scheduled for November 17 in Howell City Park Join us for two miles of walking and strolling in our beautiful City Park this fall on Saturday, November 17 starting at 10 am – fun for the whole family! Along the way, you will cross paths with ten turkeys that will make you laugh so hard that your stuffing will fall out!

Cider and donuts available at the “Top of the Park” after the walk as well as a raffle for a $50 gift certificate – generously donated by Howell Village Market. This is a free event. Check-in begins at 9:30am at the concession stand at the City Park Beach. Walk begins at 10:00am.

For more information, please visit www.howellrecreation.org or call 517/546-0693.

Peewee wrestling teams enjoy successful season

By Dan Coon

Fowlerville wrestling would like to congratulate the latest groups of Peewee Wrestling. After three weeks of practice, these two groups have shown they are ready to learn and have the physical abilities to be the Team Wrestling State Champs in 2022. Many of these guys have a great future ahead of them in wrestling and athletics. You will be hearing of these guys for years to come.

Wrestlers participating were: Clayton Dominowski, Grant Kargel, Elijah Morehead, James O'Connor, Dempsey O'Neil, Cameron Pick, Mark Pick, Tony Roberts, Jonathan Terrill, Alexander Tyler, Kaiden Tyler, Nathan Warner, Raymond Warner, Brent Wood, Aiden Bradbury, Kaiden Buesing, Andrew Byerle, Cody Cruz, Lukas Davison, Jaydn Devota, Isaac Farmer, Oliver Farmer, Kyle Fetterley, Vance Griffes, Camden Kile, Evan Maxson, Nick Moros, Tanner Pullum, Nicholas Stavropoulos, Jesse Woods, and Luke Zanin Not pictured: Austin Barbour, Kain Noland and Isabella Damerow.

The Pee Wee Wrestling class, offered by Fowlerville Community Education, has been around since the mid 90s and has contributed to the Fowlerville High School Varsity program the last few years. It provides a basic introduction of wrestling and tumbling in a fun active atmosphere. These wrestlers have energy to burn and we keep them moving in a constructive growth atmosphere.

This was one of the best years ever for the wrestlers and coaching staff.

The coaching staff this year was expanded taking the brightest and best of our WOW club wrestlers, Junior High and High school team members. Our coaches this year were: Parker Boden, Adam Coon, Dalton and Wyatt Daniel, Bobby and Jacob Dixon, Dalton and Dean Roberts. We had a couple of other varsity wrestlers that also helped a couple of days. We will lose one coach because of graduation this year, but hopefully we can get the whole staff back together for next year’s program.

Many of these coaches will also be fine-tuning their coaching skills working with the WOW program that will begin at the end of the month on November 26. If you need more information on this great wrestling program call 223-0734 or 223-6082.

Fowlerville Fire Report The department responded to 10 emergencies this week.

Thursday, November 1st, at 11:36 a.m. firefighters assisted EMS on Kern Road in Iosco Township. A second medical emergency, on Robb Road in Conway Township was reported at 6:01 p.m.

At 1:07 a.m., Sunday, November 4th, the department was dispatched to downed power lines on Fowlerville Road in Handy Township. Personnel responded to a medical emergency on Grand River in Handy Township 7:42 a.m. At 5:27 p.m. firefighters assisted at a medical emergency on Fowlerville Road in Handy Township. At 9:23 p.m. a medical emergency on Fowlerville Road was reported.

Monday, November 5th, at 3:53 p.m. firefighters responded to a medical emergency on Sargent Road in Handy Township.

The department was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident on Grand River in Handy Township on Tuesday, November 6th at 1:18 p.m.

A medical emergency on I-96 in Handy Township was reported at 3:20 a.m. Wednesday, November 7th. At 6:50 a.m. personnel responded to a medical emergency on Hay Rake Hollow Ct. in Iosco Township.

Howell Winter Marketplace open now through April 2013 The Howell Winter Marketplace will return on Sunday, November 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Howell Opera House, 123 W. Grand River, downtown Howell.

The event is an annual program hosted by the Livingston Arts Council.

The Winter Marketplace is an indoor family-friendly venue held twice a month from November 2012 through April 2013. A variety of products from local area vendors are offered including fresh eggs and meat, bakery goods, fine art and mixed media, crafts, jewelry, photography, holiday gifts, and much more. Admission is free.

The 2012-2013 Sunday Winter Marketplace schedule is: November 18, December 2 and 16, January 6 and 20, February 3 and 17, March 3 and 10, April 7 and 21.

More information can be obtained by calling Sharon Fisher at the Howell Opera House, 517.540.0065.

After high school, Salva plans to get a part time job and attend college. As of now, she plans to start at Lansing Community College and transfer later to either Michigan State University (MSU) or Central Michigan University (CMU). From there, she plans to major in nursing and minor as an interpreter.

“I wish Beverlyn continued positivity as she pursues her career as an interpreter. She will be faced with many challenges in this field of work, but she should maintain her course and continue to impact others with her positive spirit.” said English teacher, Mrs. Kathy Pierman.

“We need to promote communication in this world, and she will touch many lives doing this work.”

Salva will be remembered for her smile, laughter, and positive influence.

“Stay in school and work hard because high school goes by fast,” said Salva to the underclassman.

Livingston County 4-H Hartland hosting new & used tack sale Jan. 26

Senior Spotlight--Beverlyn Salva

By Alexis Lyons

Beverlyn Salva is a cheerful student who can be found participating in various school clubs and striving to do better in school. Salva is this week’s senior spotlight.

“The thing that I will miss most about high school is the school clubs and all of my friends,” said Salva.

If Salva is not engaging in robotics, FFA, student council, National Honors Society, journalism, or a Spanish Club event, you can find her with friends, drawing, working, or riding her bike through town.

“Beverlyn is artistic, friendly and caring. I will miss our fun times together especially going to the movies,” said close friend for three years, Jackie Bedwell.

Salva is a conscientious student who adds creativity to all of her work in class while maintaining a 3.5 GPA. In school, Salva enjoys the subjects English, Spanish and Math. Many teachers have helped Salva evolve into the student she is today.

“My greatest high school achievement has been how I have become involved in many school clubs,” said Salva.

“I never could have accomplished this without the help of my teachers who pushed me to work hard to get accepted into NHS.” Family has helped Salva succeed academically and become a responsible person. Salva is the daughter of Veronica Smith.

“My mom has always helped make sure my grades are good and all my assignments are turned in and finished,” said Salva.

Saturday, January 26 from 10:00 am-3:00 p.m.

Location: Hartland Educational Support Service Center (formerly Hartland High School) 9525 Highland Rd., Howell. Sponsored by: Livingston County 4-H Horse Leaders Association.

Public invited to buy or sell. No dogs allowed in building.

Space available: 6'x8'=$20 or 16' x6'=$30Limited Tables available on request, first come first served (Tables arranged from 5' - 6' and are randomly assigned) Please obtain space for any kind of racks. These cannot be out in aisles. The fees are non-refundable.)

RESERVE YOUR SPACE. Make checks out to LCHLA and mail to: 2300 E. Grand River. Ste. 111,Howell, MI 48843. For more information contact Paula Klein at 517272-7311 or e-mail Sarah McKinney at mckin166@msu.edu. For forms to reserve your space, see www.co.livingston.mi.us/msuextension under 4-H programs.

3rd Annual Howell American Legion craft show & bake sale on Nov. 17 Saturday, November 17 from 10am-4pm the American Legion Auxiliary will be holding its 3rd annual Craft Show and Bake Sale. There will be 30+ crafters and vendors participating, along with baked goods homemade by the Legion Auxiliary, just in time for Thanksgiving.

Lunch will be available. The Howell American Legion Post 141 is located at 3265 W. Grand River, at M-59. For more information call (517) 546-2534.

Around the House

By Andy Lekarczyk This week I would like to discuss the importance of permits for work being done at your home. We encounter several jobs where we are hired to do work, but then find issues with previous installs / work performed. It is a law that permits be pulled for home improvement projects. This is for your protection. If you are doing the work yourself a permit may not be required, but it is very important that a hired contractor pull a permit for your protection.

Many insurance policies have a clause where payment for damages may be lessen if an unpermitted repair or installation was performed. Check your policy or call your agent. We recently worked at a very nice couple’s home with a hot tub. The tub was incorrectly wired to the point it posed a safety risk to the homeowners. They had no idea the installation was incorrect. Furthermore they felt that since they hired a company to install the tub that it was done correctly.

If you contract work, ask the person for a copy of their liability and workman’s compensation insurance as well as a copy of the permit they pulled. The permit may be issued by the local county, city or state depending on your location. If a contractor told you they had a permit and you never saw an inspector come to your house, they probably didn’t really have one. You can call the local township hall to find out how inspections are handled.

Permits are not ‘just ways for the government to make extra money’. Running our business I see what costs are involved to process paperwork, fuel, insurance, vehicle maintenance, and labor.

Permit prices vary, and they seem high in many cases, but when you really look at the costs involved they probably aren’t that far off base. In the case of our customer, the repair was over a $1,000 for something that should have been done correctly the first time. They probably paid ‘good money’ for the first install, which was incorrect. Water heaters, hot tubs, generators, furnaces, roofs, additions, are all examples of work that require a permit. You can call and ask the local inspector if your upcoming project requires one. Many times maintenance type issues may be exempt, but they also may not be.

Hiring your brother-in-law might not be a bad idea, if he knows what he is doing. Because you helped in the installation of the item, you can pull the permit as the homeowner. The owner of a property can pull permits as well as the contractor. Many people have moved and are renting their old homes because they couldn’t sell them

for a fair price. You probably should check with your attorney or local code enforces to verify work is being done property on these properties for your protection as the landlord. You may also want to verify and clarify your renter is not making unpermitted improvements.

We have corrected these violations for safety reasons, unfortunately at the owner’s additional expense. Ask if you don’t know and be safe Around The House.

As always past articles are archived on our website www.power24hrs.com and we welcome your questions at JustAskHandyAndy@hotmail.com.

Letter to the Editor: My husband, Ed Caudill, is the most honest man I’ve ever met. Many of you may know him from Precious Pet Grooming in Downtown Fowlerville. My husband and I opened Precious Pet 17 years ago and were married on that very day.

Now that you have some background, I am writing this article for my husband, who never ceases to amaze me.

He was at the Fowlerville Pharmacy to pickup my prescription. After he returned home he realized he still had the $170 it cost to fill it. He went back to the pharmacy to pay the money and they looked at him like he was crazy. I assure you he is not crazy, just an honest, hardworking, loving husband. After 17 years of marriage he still fills my heart with joy everyday.

I love you Ed, and I love you Fowlerville, for being so good to us. God has truly been good to me.

Sincerely, Lori Caudill

Entries being accepted for 16th Annual Light Parade in Williamston 16th Annual Light Parade at 6 pm, downtown Williamston. Parade, activities, visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, extended holiday shopping and restaurant hours, more! The event is free to attend, and it is free to have an entry in the parade.

Light parade entries are now being accepted. This is a great way to get word out about your service organization, business, church, or just a great way to have fun! There are entry awards in seven categories: Best Animal Entry, Best Commercial Entry, Best Decorated Vehicle, Best Musical Entry, First Time Award, Most Unique, and Spirit of Christmas.

For information on parade entries or sponsorships, 517655-1549, info@williamston.org, www.williamston.org, Facebook.

Livingston County Comments Ron Van Houten, District No. 4 Highlighted below are Livingston County government activities that are beneficial to our Livingston County community: Livingston County Airport: Airport Terminal Building Construction Progressing: Construction began on the new terminal building at the Livingston County Airport in early September. The Garrison Company of Farmington Hills has been making great progress and the building is ahead of schedule, with completion expected the first week of January. The new terminal building will be located on the north side of the airport with access from Tooley Road. It will be approximately 4,000 square feet with a passenger lobby, pilot lounge, pilot weather and flight planning area and a small conference room.

The project is visible from Grand River Avenue on the north side of the runway.

Terminal Ramp Project Wrapping Up: The ramp project for the new terminal building is in its final stages of completion. All paving has been completed and the final pavement striping is expected the first full week of November. Three additional light poles will be installed once the terminal building is completed and the electrical crews return to Michigan after going to the east coast for hurricane relief efforts.

Livingston County Solid Waste Program: The Livingston County Solid Waste Program conducted another TV & Computer Collection on Saturday, October 13. This free event was the second event held in 2012 and over 657 vehicles participated in the five-hour event.

The Solid Waste Program operates under the Livingston County Drain Commissioner, Brian Jonckheere, and is pleased to announce that 94,849 pounds (over 47 tons) of TVs, computers, printers, VCRs, telephones and many other unused and unwanted electronics were collected to be recycled. These electronics contain materials that are easily recycled into other products, further utilizing our waste stream. They also contain heavy metals such as cadmium and zinc that can leak out of our landfills.

This event was made possible through the Livingston County Drain Commissioner and the Livingston County Board of Commissioners. If you would like a notice of upcoming events for 2013, please email the Solid Waste Program at solidwaste@co.livingston.mi.us. You will receive notification when we have our 2013 schedule for the TV & Computer Collection and our Household Hazardous Waste Collections. Please enter E-Mail in the subject line. You may also send any other comments or

questions to this email or call the office directly at 517545-9609 during normal business hours.

Williamston Chamber hosting networking luncheon November 15 Thursday, November 15 – Everyone is invited to attend this Chamber networking lunch. Speakers are Holly Thompson, coordinator of the Ingham County Animal Shelter Drive, and Jamie McAloon-Lampman, Ingham County Animal Shelter Director. They will discuss the upcoming Holiday Shelter Drive, Open House, shelter needs, programs, as well as the services the animal shelter provides. SUGGESTION – please bring an item as a donation for the Holiday Shelter Drive– ideas include treats, toys, leashes, & collars. Sponsors are Sandy Bowden-Whelton (Jubilee Mom); and, TLC Acres/Rainbow Bridge.

This is at the Brookshire Inn & Golf Club, 205 W. Church St., Williamston. Cost is $10 for members, $15 for non-members.

For more information or to reserve your seat, please contact the Williamston Area Chamber of Commerce, 517-655-1549, info@williamston.org.

Webberville voters pick two members for the board of education Last Tuesday, along with everything else on the ballot, Webberville area voters picked two members for the board of education. Mike Chase, the current school board president, was re-elected to another four-year term with 892 votes. Winning the second seat was Jennifer Lycos with 874 votes.

Scott E. Sparkia, the second incumbent on the ballot, lost with 557 votes.

Webberville FFA holding 40th annual fundraiser Webberville FFA is holding its 40th annual Fruit, Nut, Candy, and Broiler sale. Members and boosters participate in the sale to raise money to fund the National FFA Convention along with other FFA sponsored events.

In addition, during the fundraiser, every member has the chance to earn credit toward a new FFA jacket. The Fruit and Nut sale is through November 12. If community members would like to order, it’s not too late! Contact an FFA member for additional information or call 517-5213447 at extension 396. You can also email the chapter ffa@webbervilleschools.org or on Facebook.

Last week’s election decides offices at local, county, state, and federal level

By Steve Horton Last Tuesday’s General Election filled offices ranging from the President and Vice President of the United States and the U.S. Congress to Livingston County judgeships and the Fowlerville Board of Education.

Starting with the local races, two candidates were elected to four-year terms on the non-partisan Fowlerville School Board. Christopher Wanczyk was re-elected with 2,758 votes, while Carrie Newstead received 2,748. The third candidate in the race, Todd Clark, garnered 2,577 votes.

The Fowlerville Village Council did not have any challengers to the incumbents on the non-partisan ballot.

Wayne Copeland, the village president, had 797 votes, trustee Cynthia Spagnuolo received 580, Jerry Bell had 574, and Mary Helfmann finished with 559.

The three area township boards also were uncontested with only Republican candidates on the ballot.

In Conway, supervisor Michael Rife had 1,222 votes, clerk Cindy Dickerson received 1,221, treasurer Kathy DeMarais had 1,238, trustee Lawrence Parsons 1,121, trustee Erick West 1,083, and constable Dennis Bowdoin 1,184.

In Handy Township, supervisor Henry Vaupel finished with 2,570 votes, clerk Laura Eisele had 2,563, treasurer Linda Tesch 2,535, trustee Erick Frazier 2,203, and trustee Gordon Robert Munsell 2,307.

In Iosco Township, supervisor William Miller received 1,374 votes, clerk Daniel Demarico had 1,368, treasurer Connie Michaud 1,365, trustee Roy DeGroot 1,254, and trustee Joseph Parker 1,178.

In the Livingston County race, the probate judge seat saw Mariam Cavanaugh win with 33,180 to Laurie Marran’s total of 30,919. The two other judicial seats up for a vote were uncontested. Judge Michael Hatty was reelected to the circuit court with 53,770 votes, while Judge Carol Sue Reader was returned to the District Court bench with 54,654. The judicial races were on the nonpartisan ballot.

The county elected offices had only one contested race.

William Vailliencourt, the Republican candidate, was elected as the new prosecuting attorney with 57,279 to Democratic standard bearer Matthew Evan’s total of 30,442. The five other offices, all with Republican candidates, saw Robert Bezotte re-elected sheriff with 72,328 votes, Margaret Dunleavy returned as clerk with 70,228, Jennifer Nash elected as the new treasurer with 68,973, Sally Reynolds getting another four-year term as register of deeds with 69,167, and Brian Joncheere reelected as drain commissioner with 68,789.

In the area’s county board of commissioner race, Ronald VanHouten, a Republican, was the lone candidate and was returned to office with 6,761 votes.

In the area’s state legislative race, Cindy Denby, a Republican, earned a third term as the House representative for the 47th District. She received 27,619

votes to Democratic Party challenger Shawn Lowe Desai’s total of 13,888.

Mike Rogers was re-elected to the U.S. House of Representatives for the 8th District, winning easily over the Democratic Party candidate Lance Enderle. In Livingston County, Rogers (a Brighton Republican) had 65,308 votes, while Enderle garnered 26,079 ballots The premier race for Michigan voters was the U.S. Senate contest between Democratic Party incumbent Debbie Stabenow and former Republican Congressman Pate Hoekstra. On the state vote, Stabenow was reelected with 58 percent of the vote. In the county Hoekstra had 51,252 votes cast for him to Stabenow’s 41,703 total.

In the presidential race, county voters gave their nod to the GOP ticket of Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan with 60,000 votes, while the Democratic Party slate of President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden received 37,186. Statewide, though, Obama-Biden won with 54 percent of the total and prevailed nationwide, handily winning the electoral college with 303 votes and also earning a slight majority of the popular vote with just over 60 million ballots, 50 percent of the total.

Romney finished with 48 percent of the popular vote.

Crossroads United Methodist Church hosting 2nd annual craft show Nov. 17 Hand-sewn purses, stone birdhouses, steampunk jewelry, wooden crosses and keepsake boxes, handmade cards, embroidered linens, baby blankets, artisan knitted hats and scarves, original artwork and Ugandan paper bead jewelry are among the fine crafts to be featured at the second annual Fall Craft Show at Crossroads United Methodist Church.

The show, sponsored by the Crossroads United Methodist Women, is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, November 17 at the church, corner of Haslett and Zimmer roads east of Haslett and north of Williamston.

There is no entrance fee.

Each of the 27 crafters is donating an item to be given away as door prizes throughout the event, which is free.

A light lunch is available.

For more details please call the church at 517/6551466, email at office@crossroadsofwilliamston.org or see the website at www.crossroadsofwilliamston.org.

Aboard an aircraft carrier

By Kathleen Westbrook

There is nothing as patriotic as hearing the National Anthem on the deck of an aircraft carrier.”

Daughter First was the only one of us who could speak; we were awestruck.

For those who have read my previous columns, you know I like history. I especially like American history.

Actually, anything American has my full attention. I’m very patriotic. And there’s nothing more American or Patriotic than our military.

We (my husband, son and I) were off the East Coast on the U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln, where our eldest daughter is stationed. It was part of our summer travel; John refers to our vacation as ‘joy-riding with the United States Navy’.

The entire trip was an incredible experience, most likely a once-in-a-lifetime experience for my son and me. John was a Navy man---he’s seen some of these things before.

Still, in that moment, even he stood speechless.

She was able to put it into words for us as we stood under the hot sun on the 900 foot flight deck in a light breeze, surrounded by an absolutely clear blue sky above and a stunningly calm and sparkling sea below. It was picture perfect.

The Lincoln was returning from the Persian Gulf. They had been deployed for eight months. The Navy has a long tradition of offering an opportunity to families to ride along after a lengthy tour of duty. They call it Tiger Cruise. And we were ‘tigers’. There were approximately 1300 of us tigers on board for three days. We were hosted by the 5000+-crew members that are assigned to that aircraft carrier.

When she told us where she would be serving, I Google-d the ship to learn at least a few facts of where my baby girl would be living and working. I know the dimensions, some of its history, the size of the crew and the basics of flight operations. But I had no clue.

It is so big. I’ve heard it described but I was overwhelmed standing on the deck, filled with jets---and too long to see the other end. You really can’t understand how far up five stories is above sea level until you look over the side, protected only by a small rope and a sixfoot safety net that surrounds the entire edge.

And it really is a small city. We live where there are 5000 people spread over space described in terms of miles. There are that many people on a carrier, where the overall size is described in feet. It is a constant mob scene. No more than 6 feet without some kind of activity or work happening.

Personal space is less than limited. The beds are (moreor-less) standard twin-bed-size but that, combined with a few square feet of drawer / closet space is all the personal area you get. And some spaces are so small that the cliché’ can often be applied: the room is so small you have to step out to change your mind.

While they were deployed, we had opportunity to email frequently and Daughter was able to write of her activities and surroundings. On the few occasions when

the Lincoln was in port, she was able to Skype. But it was great to actually meet some of her friends and co-workers and to see where she now lives and works.

But what’s really impressive is how the entire crew lives and how the ship and its flight squadrons work.

Aircraft carriers exist to provide a place for air support of our military interests away from the continental United States. It takes about 3000 sailors to run the ship, including a nuclear reactor that provides all of its power, and almost another 3000 to run the flight operations.

Moral discussion, personal opinion, and political persuasion all aside, an aircraft carrier is absolutely amazing. I don’t really know a lot about the development of it, but whoever thought it all up, had vision far beyond what most of us can possibly imagine. The level of understanding of Physics and physical laws, the required education combined with imagination, and the ability to combine it all comes from an innate intelligence that again is far beyond what most of us can possibly imagine.

I can picture the reaction to the first guy who said: ‘ships have been around for thousands of years and now we’ve invented planes… why don’t we combine them… let’s send a plane (incidentally, no-where near the advanced jets we have now) off the side and see if some pilot can get it flying before it hits the water… then let’s see if we can get him to land it on the same ship without falling off the edge’.

And the noise. The sheer power of those jets creates a noise that goes beyond hearing; you can feel it.

Everything and everyone works with such precision that it is like watching a dance of choreographed technology.

Our hosts provided us a demonstration of flight operations, both taking off from and landing on the flight deck as well as an air show of the skill and expertise of the pilots. We gathered on the flight deck and they began the event by playing our National Anthem. Hence, Daughter’s remark. She’s so right; there really is nothing like it.

As we celebrate yet another Veteran’s Day with many of our citizens serving in our military on the U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln, as well as many other ships and military sites in multiple areas of unrest around the world, on my mind is Daughter First and her comrades--and the work they all do. When I think of her, I don’t see the woman she is now; my mind sees the beautiful little face of that baby girl. But the adult she is now, and all those she works with---they are the veterans of tomorrow. Their work today carries on the efforts of the millions of men and women who have served us all so very well.

I have seen the pride they all have in their jobs and their mission. The motto of that ship comes from the very words of our sixteenth president: “Shall Not Perish”.

Abraham Lincoln included the phrase in his Gettysburg Address. And now, 150 years later, it is fascinating to watch our American military living those actual words. It really is a great experience and I’m lucky to have had the opportunity to see it.

There really is nothing else like it.

Horton’s Notebook by Steve Horton The following column was penned by George Adams on Jan. 25, 1928. Adams founded the ‘Fowlerville Review’ along with Willard Hess in 1874, then later took over as the sole owner and published the weekly newspaper until 1929 when retired and sold it.

One’s only comments on this article would be that some things never change, and there’s noting new under the sun. ***

A 1928 Commentary by George Adams In commenting on the quick arrest and prison sentence of Adolph Hotelling last week, Will Rogers remarked that it was handled so quickly that the newspapers did not have time to make Hotelling famous. *** Judge Bowles of Detroit is to be highly commended for sentencing a drunken auto driver for this second offense to 90 days in the house of correction and also revoking his driver’s license. A few cases like that would soon put a check on that kind of thing, but a few dollars fine will have almost no effect. Men are perfectly willing to pay a few dollars for the privilege of getting drunk but very few men are willing to spend time in the house of correction. *** The Chamber of Commerce, we notice by our exchanges, is now making a canvass for new members in the various adjoining villages, Howell, Milford, Fenton, Holly, etc., and the question now is, “What will Fowlerville do about reorganizing the board?” If they are good for our sister villages, why not for Fowlerville, and who will give a little time and attention to the work? It is true it might be a thankless job, but it surely would not be a profitless one, and here is a slogan, “Let’s go.” Let us arouse to the opportunity and get busy and get the benefit of organized effort. *** Michigan courts made a fine record last week in trying and sentencing Adolph Hotelling to Marquette Prison for life in solitary confinement within 51 hours after his fiendish crime in killing and butchering little Dorothy Schneider, the little school girl, aged five years, at Mt. Morris. If she (the court) will keep up that record, it will have much to do with decreasing the crime record. It would be a find thing for the state to adopt as a slogan the sentiment of Governor Green, “Put him in prison and examine his sanity later.” This insanity dodge is being very much overworked these last few weeks and requires a desperate remedy. *** The primaries will soon be here and it behooves every voter to give attention to seeking to know the candidates for the various offices to be filled. It is certainly to be hoped the voters will become more interested than in the past and will pick the candidates best qualified to fill the several positions and not simply to consider their likes

and dislikes regardless of any real qualification they may possess for the office. *** Mayor Lodge gives out some very encouraging talk about a change of program that will restore the good name of Detroit to its old time respectability. He will hold the police commissioner and his force responsible for the enforcement of law and making the city safe for living. Detroit is a fine city and the citizens of Michigan are all interested in the great metropolis of the state and would take great pride in the city, with all its prosperity, its beautiful Belle Isle Park, its fine boulevards, etc., if it could be made a safe place to visit. The country people would throng the place and delight to do so under better conditions, but now few people go for pleasure, and dread to go when compelled to do so on business.