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Fowlerville High School announces Summa Cum Laude seniors
Fowlerville High School announced the nine students who will graduate summa cum laude on Sunday, May 31, during commencement exercises. These students earned a 3.9 or higher Grade Point Average during their high school careers. Emily Harper is the Class of 2015’s valedictorian,
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while Tyler Burkhardt is the salutatorian. The other seven students, in alphabetic order are: Bailey Brown, Kenneth Ferris, James Jabara, Benjamin Judd, Nickolas Olechnowicz, Daniel Martin, and Meghan Wright. *** Emily Harper is the daughter of Sue and Rich Harper. Her academic achievement/honors include being the Valedictorian, a National Merit Commended Student, and AP Scholar, and the National Honor Society Co-President. Extracurricular activities include Band, Tennis, and Cross Country. Community service/hobbies: United Brethren Children’s Ministry Welcome Team, Bible Study, and Outflow Community Service Day. Emily plans to attend Honors College at Michigan State University and study Mathematics *** Tyler Burkhardt is the son of Sheila and Conan Burkhardt. His academic achievement/honors include being the Salutatorian and the National Honor Society Co-President. Extracurricular activities include Band, Track, and Cross Country. Community service/hobbies: Yoga, running, and reading daily announcements at school. Tyler plans to attend Honors College at Michigan State University and study Chemical Engineering. *** Bailey Brown is the daughter of Angela and Nate Brown. Her academic achievement/honors include earning an Academic Letter, Academic 2nd Year Pin & Honor Roll, She is graduating as a junior. Extracurricular activities include Drama, Technical Theatre Club, and the Interact Club. Community service/hobbies: LACASA’s Teen Advisory Council, 30 Hour Famine, and Fowlerville United Methodist Church Vacation Bible School. Bailey plans to attend Saginaw Valley State University and study Spanish. ***
Kenneth Ferris is the son of Kristine and Ken Ferris. His academic achievement/honors include 2nd Year Academic Letter & Scholastic Achievement Award. Extracurricular activities include Basketball and Football. Community service/hobbies: Fowlerville Basketball Program, maintaining personal fitness, and playing the saxophone. Kenneth plans to attend The University of Michigan and study in the Medical Field. James Jabara is the son of Josephine and James Jabara. His academic achievement/honors include National Honor
Society, Science Olympiad, and belonging to the Boy Scouts of America. Extracurricular activities include Golf and Soccer. Community service/hobbies: Blood Drive, playing the harmonica, and fishing. James plans to attend Michigan State University and study Physiology. *** Benjamin Judd is the son of JoAnne and Ted Judd. Academic achievement/honors include National Honors Society, Student Council, and 3rd Year Academic Letter. Extracurricular activities include basketball and football. Community service/hobbies: hunting, kayaking, and archery. Ben plans to attend Michigan Tech and study Mechanical Engineering. *** Nickolas Olechnowicz is the son of Michele and Scott Olechnowicz. Academic achievement/honors include: National Honor Society and 3rd Year Academic Pin. Extracurricular activities: Band and Track Community service/hobbies: St. Agnes Church Volunteer, running, and fishing. Nick plans to attend Central Michigan University to study Actuarial Science
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Daniel Martin is the son of Angela Perroud and Paul Martin II. Extracurricular activities include: Band & Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band and Livingston County Honors Band. Community service/hobbies: Helps out any organization in need. He also writes his own music and plays piano, clarinet, and oboe. Daniel plans to attend Michigan State University and study Pre-Medicine.
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Meghan Wright is the daughter of Dee and Chuck Wright. Academic achievement/honors include National Honor Society, 2nd Year Academic Pin, and her Artwork has been displayed at MSUFCU, Howell Opera House, and Lansing Art Gallery. Extracurricular activities include Drama and Art. Community service/hobbies: Fowlerville United Brethren Church, National Honor Society and Art. Meghan plans to attend Huntington University and study Biology.
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Memorial Day observances take place Monday, May 25 Student of the Week-- Ben Dix
Congratulations to this week’s ‘Student of the Week’ freshman, Ben Dix! Ben has a large family that consists of his mom, dad, two brothers, step mom, step dad, four step sisters, and three step brothers. One thing that he really enjoys is going on vacation with his family in the summer. This year, Ben’s schedule consists of the following: band, Spanish II, US history, Algebra 1, physical science, and freshman lit and comp. Algebra is his favorite class because math comes easy to him. Mr. Vliek is his favorite teacher because, Ben says, “He is such a cool guy!” After high school, Ben would like to attend MSU and become a vet. Ben enjoys attending FHS and his favorite thing about the school is all the wonderful teachers. One thing that he would change is some new choices at lunch. Some advice that he
Livingston Centre Historical Society accepting donations for upcoming sale
The Livingston Centre Historical Society continues to accept donations for the upcoming Gramma’s Attic Sale, scheduled for May 29 - 30. All proceeds will benefit the maintenance and repair of the Historic Village. Beginning this week, items will be accepted at the Fairgrounds inside the commercial building near the front gate; please call Marj Carlon at 517-223-3831 or the Fair Office at 517-223-89186. Also, arrangements may be made for pick-up of items you are willing to donate; please call Marj Carlon. Please: only clean items in safe, working or usable condition! Rental space is still available for vendors to sell their own items at the same event. A 10 ft. vendor space is $25.00; you must provide your own table. Please call Bette Kelly at 517-546-8797 this week to reserve your space. The non-refundable fee must be paid by May 22. Continue to watch the News and Views for later announcements about the September Fall Festival. There are still openings for local entertainment and vendors.
Notice: The Village of Fowlerville Residents
Planning Commission Vacancy Any Resident in the Village of Fowlerville
wishing to fill the Planning Commission vacancy should submit a letter of interest and application to the Village Clerk. Regular Meetings. The Planning Commission shall hold not less than four (4) regular meetings each calendar year. Regular Meetings will be held the second Tuesday of the months of January, April, July and October beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Village of Fowlerville. Other meetings may be held as necessary. Applications may be picked up Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the Village of Fowlerville office or on the web site: www.fowlerville.org Please submit your letter of interest and application by June 5, 2015 no later than 5:00 p.m., to The Village of Fowlerville, Attention: Kathryn Arledge, Clerk, 213 South Grand Avenue, Fowlerville, MI 48836 or e-mail karledge@fowlerville.org (5-17-2015)
Memorial Day is being observed this Monday, May 25. A parade and ceremony will take place in Webberville starting at 8 a.m. The parade will line up at the high school and then proceed west on Grand River to the Veterans Monument at the Main 4 Corners. Services will then be conducted. At 10 a.m. the parade will start in Fowlerville. Participants will line up at Veteran’s Drive on the west end of town and then head east through the downtown to Greenwood Cemetery. Services will then be conducted at the site of the memorial cannon. Parade spectators are reminded to stand up when the Honor Guard flag approaches, with men removing any head wear.
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Letter to the Editor:
I am writing to let you know of my disappointment of the Fowlerville Village Councils decision to not allow chickens in the village. My son and I attended the Planning meeting with a couple chickens to educate the board about the benefits of having a few laying hens. The planning board voted 6-0 in favor of allowing chickens in the village. Needless to say, I was shocked when I read in the paper that
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The department responded to sixteen emergencies this week. Thursday, May 7th, at 9:12 a.m. a medical emergency on Grand River in the Village was reported. Firefighters were called to assist EMS on Ryan Drive in Handy Township at 9:20 a.m. At 2:10 p.m. personnel responded to extinguish a grass fire on Layton Road in Handy Township. The department was dispatched to investigate an open burning complaint on Robb Road in Conway Township at 5:14 p.m., Friday, May 8th. At 9:28 p.m., a medical emergency on Spruce Street in the Village was reported. The department assisted EMS on James Drive in Handy Township at 11:46 p.m., Saturday, May 9th. At 1:14 a.m., Sunday, May 10th, firefighters were called to a medical emergency on Nicholson Road in Handy Township. A motor vehicle accident on Allen Road in Conway Township was reported at 6:30 a.m. At 3:12 p.m. the department was dispatched to a medical emergency on Church Street in the Village. Personnel assisted the ambulance on Ann Street in the Village at 8:41 p.m. Monday, May 11th, at 10:31 a.m. a medical emergency on Layton Road in Handy Township was reported. The department responded to a motor vehicle accident on Grand River in Handy Township at 10:35 a.m. A third dispatch, to a medical emergency on James Drive, was received at 3:21 p.m. Firefighters were sent to a medical emergency on Samantha Drive in Handy Township at 3:03 a.m., Tuesday, May 12th. At 10:03 a.m. the department was dispatched for a medical call on Owosso Road in Handy Township. A dispatch for a medical emergency on Grand River in Handy Township was received at 10:16 a.m.
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Kreeger Elementary School News
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Important Information for the 2014- 2015 School Year May 25th - Memorial Day Recess June 2nd – 5th grade field day 9:15-11:45 4th grade field day 12:30-3:00 rd June 3 - Greenfield Village Field Trip (5th Grade) 3rd grade field day 9:15-11:15 th June 4 – ½ day K-12 June 5th – ½ day Last student day Kreeger dismissal 12:18 *** 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!
Free Tennis Clinic being offered to Kreeger & Junior High students
The Fowlerville Tennis program is sponsoring a Free Tennis Clinic for Kreeger and Junior High students. The clinic will run from 2:45-3:45 p.m. for grades 6-8 on Monday, May 18 through Thursday, May 21. For students in grades 3-5 the clinic is from 4:00-5:00 p.m. from Monday May 18 through Thursday May 21. If you have any questions, or to sign up please call coach Jonas at 517.960.7123 or email him at jonasj@fowlervilleschools.org
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Garry Wayne Bach, Sr.
Garry Wayne Bach, Sr., who was born June 24, 1942, in Howell, MI, went to be with Jesus on May 10, 2015 in Buhnell, Florida at the age of 72 years. Garry was a farmer in Fowlerville for many years and raised three children. Later he found a love for asphalt paving and owned his own company in Williamston. He retired to Florida about 12 years ago. Garry was a simple and hardworking man who always provided for his family. He loved to go moose hunting with his son, David, Sr. He leaves behind a special love and friend, Dorrine Bach; 5 children, Debi Keeler (Rick), David Bach, Sr. (JoAnn), Garry Bach, Jr. (Kat), Christine Bach (Sandy), and Brittani Bach. He also leaves behind a special step-daughter Victoria; 7 grandchildren: Jennifer, Michael, Brandy Jo, Tiffani, David, Jr., Wyatt, and Kaleb; 5 great-grandchildren: Landon, Keegan, Jordon, Anna, and Oakley; and a sister, LuAnn (John). He was preceded in death by a son, Daniel, parents Bud and Helen, and a brother, Robert. Graveside Prayer will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Fowlerville on May 23, 2015 at 1 p.m. for family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held on June 27, 2015 at the home of his son, David Bach, Sr. in the early evening.
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There will be a Celebration of Life Luncheon held for Shirley Bush on Friday, May 22, 2015 at noon at the VFW Post #6464, located at 215 Veterans Drive in Fowlerville. This will be a time for family and friends of Shirley, who was a lifelong resident of Fowlerville, to share fond memories. Shirley passed away on March 4, 2015 in the compassionate care of Pennock Hospice and Thornapple Manor in Hastings, MI.
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Players from Kreeger Elementary include Nicholas Johnson, Elizabeth Merva, Jacob Merva, Curtis Musko, Matlyn Lawson, Liam Dean, Jack Wylie, Brandon York, Jason York, Trevor, Brent Wood, and Christopher Davis. The coaches from the Fowlerville Junior High Honor Society include Ryan Flanery, Alec Johnson, Cameron Bergman, Sam Browne, Josh Defore, Caden Flanery, Reed Rajala, Shane Sibo, Tyler Sladick, and Shaw Sova. Not present for the photo were Adam Simon and Logan Flanery.
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The Field Of Dreams Kreeger Elementary Baseball Club came to fruition when two eighth graders at Fowlerville Junior High School--Alec Johnson and Ryan Flanery-decided to develop an after-school club for students who may not have the opportunity to participate in mainstreamed sports or extracurricular clubs. Alec and Ryan are members of the National Junior Honor Society. Part of the requirements for membership is that students must develop and participate in a leadership project. Alec and Ryan noticed that there are some children in the community who do not get the chance to participate in afterschool clubs or play recreational sports due to their ability, family situations, or that the opportunity was not there for them. Alec’s brother, Nicholas Johnson, is one of those students. Nicholas has a genetic disorder called FG Syndrome, commonly associated with cognitive delays and physical limitations. Alec and Ryan combined their love for baseball and the need of Alec’s brother Nicholas and other young students to form this club. The club consisted of twelve students at Kreeger Elementary and twelve young men from the Fowlerville Junior High. The group met for five weeks after school, allowing the young men to assist the elementary students in developing baseballrelated skills as well as, teamwork, compassion, and selfconfidence. The Field of Dreams Club concluded their play this past week with the young men assisting the students in playing a baseball game, providing an opportunity for parents of the students to see their children involved in a fantastic and heartwarming program. The young men dedicated their own time, not only to participate in the club, but to collect cans and bottles as a means to purchase hats and t-shirts for all members of the club. Certificates and medals were handed
Steve Jobs’ Secret To Success What does Steve Jobs have to do with you and Karate?
Dear Parent, I am Sam Larioza, the owner of Ohana Karate. You are probably wondering “What the heck does Steve Jobs have to do with karate?” Bear with me and read on and I will reveal the surprising answer. Steve Jobs was an amazing man. He was adopted, quit college, yet went on to start a company in his parent’s garage that ended up becoming the second most valuable company in America, second only to Exxon-Mobil. He got fired then came back to a struggling Apple Computer and rebuilt the company, leading it in the last few years while fighting pancreatic cancer. You may think that Steve’s greatest gift to us was the Mac computer, iPod, iPhone, or iPad but he may have left us with something even more valuable. Which leads us back to his link with you and karate. Here is the key to developing happy and successful kids (and adults) and the foundation of the “Ohana Karate Character and Leadership Development Program” - The secret to success is “Just copy what successful people do!”. All we do here is teach your child the habits, attitudes and character traits shared by highly successful people! We study successful people and make sure your child is on that “pattern of success”. I cannot imagine a better person to add to our list of role models to study than Steve Jobs. I wanted to share the “Seven Secrets” to his success so that you can teach them to your child (or better yet, use them yourself!). Secret #1: “Do what you love” - Steve said “If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle. As with all matters of the heart, you’ll know when you find it.”
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Nicholas Johnson, front, was able to play baseball with a team thanks to the efforts of his brother Alec Johnson, left, and Ryan Flanery. The two eighth graders organized the Peer Buddy Field of Dreams Baseball Club. Alec and Ryan recruited several fellow members of the Honor Society at the junior high to serve as coaches, while Nicholas was joined by several fellow Kreeger Elementary students to form two teams and play a few ball games. out after the completion of the game last Wednesday. Special thanks to: All of the Junior High School students who assisted with the club; Brideau’s Apparel and Gifts for assisting with the shirts, hats, and photography; Dr. Angela Lawson for being the sponsoring teacher for the club and making the hats; Dr. Siomka’s Orthodontic Office and the Sladick Family for providing the certificates and medals; and everyone in the community who donated cans and bottles and equipment.
Livingston County seeks public feedback on communication survey
Livingston County is encouraging anyone who lives, works, and recreates in the county to provide feedback about the county’s communication efforts through a new community survey. As part of the county’s Strategic Plan, the Livingston County Board of Commissioners have made it a priority to provide an open line of communication with community partners and to increase transparency in all efforts to engage the public. The goal of this priority is to better “get the word out” about county issues and activities, to promote understanding of county government, and to encourage the community’s input, participation, and engagement in Livingston County. The anonymous survey, which is open through June 5th, asks respondents to help identify effective communication efforts as well as areas that need additional attention. The survey is available at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ livgovcommunications. A link to the survey is also posted on the home page of Livingston County’s website, https://www. livgov.com. More on the survey is available by sending an email to communications@livgov.com or calling 517-5408803.
Fowlerville News & Views – Sunday, May 17, 2015 – Page 9
Fowlerville High School News
OFFICE HOURS Administration Office-- 7:00 – 3:30 p.m. Counseling Office-- 6:00 – 3:00 p.m. *** May 21-- SENIOR tractor day May 22-- SENIOR ½ day May 29-- 7:30 am Senior graduation practice May 31-- 2:00 pm GRADUATION 2015 *** LOSS OF CREDIT LETTERS will be going out next week for SENIORS. Please keep in mind all students must attend through May 22, 2015. If you have questions regarding loss of credit, please see page 21 of the student handbook. *** SENIORS All fines need to be paid before you are able to walk at graduation! Please see Mrs. Nowka to check for any fines that have followed you and do keep in mind that there could be fines from this year that will not be posted until the end of the school year. *** SUMMER SCHOOL REGISTRATION continues until seats are full DATES: June 22 - July 17 Monday – Friday (No school July 3rd) LOCATION: Fowlerville High School Computer Labs A and B TIMES: AM Session 7:30 - 10:30 am PM Session 11:00 2:00 pm COSTS: $50 Deposit per ½ credit, refunded upon successful completion of each course. REGISTRATION: Registration ends once seats are all occupied. Registration Information Students must register for the replacement class that they failed. For example, if a student failed their 9th grade English class, they would take English 9 first semester, English 9 second semester or both. Students may not register for more than two – ½ credit courses. Please confirm summer school courses to be taken with your counselor/administrator. More information can be found on fowlervilleschools.org, HS page under summer school *** SENIOR PARENTS - Time is fast approaching for graduation, a letter to all senior parents outlining the expectations for your senior in the days leading up to the walk across the stage was sent home April 23rd . Included in this letter are 6 graduation tickets per student. The day of graduation, doors open at 1:15 pm the ticket holders are seated 1st, the doors open at 2:00 pm for anyone not holding a ticket to enter, those attendees will be allowed to sit in available spots or stand above on the track. Guests enter at front of the building; students ONLY enter on JH side. If you need extra tickets: 1. Check with other family and friends for extras 2. Call Ms. Kottong 223-6060 to be added to the list of extra tickets, the remaining/returned tickets are divided among the people on this list 3. Please return any un-needed tickets to Ms. Kottong in the HS main office 4. If you have someone attending with special needs, please contact Ms. Kottong with information so we are able to provide assistance or set up as needed. The elevator will be available for those people that cannot use stairs *** FHS SENIOR ALL NIGHT PARTY will be held on May 31, 2015, starting at 10 pm.. Any parents wanting to help chaperone should contact Mrs. Tomassi at tomassia@
fowlervilleschools.org. Parents are needed to help run activities throughout the night, as well as to make any donations of food or prizes. *** SENIOR LOCK-IN IS MAY 31, 2015. Seniors must check-in by 10:00 PM and will be released at 5:00 AM. Any parents who would like to chaperone, or donate food items to Lock-In, should contact Mrs. Tomassi at tomassia@ fowlervilleschools.org. Seniors find more lockin information fowlervilleschools. org – High School page under New Senior Info *** FOOTBALL MEETING: A required player/parent informational meeting will be held Sunday June 7 in the Alverson Performing Arts Center at 6pm. *** THE HIGH SCHOOL ARCHERY TEAM traveled to Louisville, Kentucky this past weekend to participate in the Nationals Archery in the Schools Program’s National Championship tournament. The team did well, earning a season high 3208 out of a possible 3600 points. This score qualified the team for the World Tournament in Nashville, TN July 23-25! Wyatt Arledge, Kate Batt, Evan Clark, Dillon Foss, Melissa Hart, Kayley Hocking, Chance Huck, Jourdan Kaminiecki, Madison LeMieux, Ben Livernois, James Walker, and Jessica Williams all had personal best scores! The team placed 119 out of 192 schools. Additionally, the team also had an opportunity to compete in the IBO/3D shoot. This group placed 80 out of 103 schools. Thank you to everyone for all of your support this season! *** FOWLERVILLE HIGH SCHOOL’S SOPHOMORES continue to sell Yankee Candles online until JULY!!! Visit: www.yankeecandlefundraising.com and enter our group number: 990058702. ALL proceeds go to fund the Class of 2017’s graduation lock-in. We need your help to make our lock-in a great success! *** SCHWAN’S FUNDRAISER. Use code 15304 to support the Class of 2017. SCHWAN’s will donate 20% of your sales and 40% of your gift certificate sales. Use our code for 1 FULL year! If you’d like to schedule home service please call 1-855-870-7208 and don’t forget to use our code: 15304 *** DO YOU HAVE A FHS SENIOR WHO IS GRADUATING THIS YEAR? Emotionally attached? Going to miss them dearly? Looking for a unique way to let them know how you feel? Want to send that senior words of advice or well wishes for their future? Send them off to college, career, service and the world with a “KISS the Seniors Goodbye” message. For just $1.00 you can send your senior a message and Hershey’s kiss to be delivered at graduation rehearsal. Help us say goodbye to the graduating class of 2015 with a KISS! Messages available on our website www.fvl.k12. mi.us/High.cfm , in all of the HS office’s or call Mrs. Damerow at 517-223-6021
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Smith Elementary School News
the Jump Rope for Heart campaign! That is the most we have ever raised! We have a very generous community here at H. T. Smith Elementary!!! *** Smith Elementary Staff Retirement Open House - Smith Elementary is hosting an Open House for our retiring staff members. Open House will take place on June 4th from 2:30 – 4:00. The guests of honor are, Gail Tupy (Media Specialist), Sharon Staton (1st Grade), Debbie Hill (1st Grade), June Maurer (2nd Grade), Chris Cords (Custodian). We are inviting everyone, to feel free to stop by, to wish our retirees the best! *** Green Club- On Wednesday May 20 after school the Green Club members will be planting and mulching on the grounds of Smith Elementary School. We would like to invite interested individuals to assist us in beautifying our campus.
IMPORTANT DATES: May 19- Field Trip – LaPlante, Miller, Hunt, Woodward May 20-Walking Field Trip – Maurer, Gerecke, Spalding, Showerman, Frechette May 20 – Green Club 3:35-5:00 – School grounds planting, mulching, clean up (see below) May 21-Field Trip-Moulton, Myers, Oosterhouse, Dillingham May 22- Field Trip- Devota & Smith May 25 – Memorial Day (No School) May 29-Field Trip – Barton, See, & Daniel May 29- Field Trip-Smith, Randolph, Dodd, Griffin May 29 – PTC End of Year Party 5:00-8:00 pm June 4 – ½ Day of School (Dismissal at 12:18 pm) June 4 – Staff Retirement Open House (2:30 – 4:00 pm) See Information Below June 5 – ½ Day of School (Dismissal at 12:18 pm) Last Day of School *** THANK YOU! We were notified that Smith Elementary raised $4,845.92 for the American Heart Association through
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Smtih Room Citizens of the Month for February
Room Citizens of the Month for February at Smith Elementary are: Back Row: 2nd Grade: Dodd: Anthony Thompson, Frechette: Lucas Yuergens, Gerecke: Gabby Banko, Griffin: Sasha Sienkiewicz, Maurer: Morgan Thomas, Randolph: Aiden Kilpela, Showerman: Owen Smith, Smith: Nathan Dippel, Spalding: Jesse Woods,Bethke: Kaydon Cheresko; Middle Row: 1st Grade: Barton: Preston Hartke, Daniel: Connor Stankov, Devota: Grace Miller (not Pictured), Hart: Angelynn Kotch, Hill: Brandt Gettys, Matthews: Kylie Rea, See: Dylan Soli, Staton: Luke Docusen, Sweet: McKenna Maybee; Front Row: Kindergarten: Dillingham: Chesney Bell, Hunt: Rogan Slayden, LaPlante: Aidan Burke, Miller: Ella Chesterfield, Moulton: Lucas Bickley, Myers: Isabel Regal, Oosterhouse: Haley Juopperi, Woodward: Milana Marsh Picture by Kristen Hine
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Jennifer Rhodes, Office Manager of the Fowlerville Family Fair has been designated a Certified Fair Executive by the International Association of Fairs and Expositions. The certification is based upon a rigid scorecard of management skills, education and leadership. The award designation was made May 2 in Buffalo, NY during the IAFE Annual Management Conference. Drawing from over 3,200 organized fairs in the United States and Canada, twelve fair executives qualified for the coveted CFE award in 2015. The Certified Fair Manager program, the precursor to the current Certified Fair Executive (CFE) program began in 1978. Over the years, the purpose has remained constant: To encourage professional improvement and recognize the achievements of our fair members. The total of 471 Certified Fair Executives recognized in 37 years. Of those, 217 are active in the industry. Jennifer Rhodes is a native of Livingston County and has been with the Fowlerville Family Fair since 2008. Previously she served as a volunteer with the Fair. She currently resides in Williamston with her husband and two children. Jennifer is a graduate of Howell High School and attended Detroit College of Business. She currently serves as the Zone Representative in the IAFE committees of Membership and Young Professional Initiative (YPI). She also sits on the workshop committee in the Michigan Association of Fairs and Expositions (MAFE). She volunteers for various organizations and committees throughout Livingston and Ingham Counties.
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Fowlerville News & Views – Sunday, May 17, 2015 – Page 15 Public awareness of the problem, and its tragic consequences, is a first step, Michele stated, along with ending the stigma. “People in my community seem to be terrified to talk about it; as if talking about it will make it infectious to them,” Michele wrote on the web site. “Others, who have lost loved ones don’t talk about it openly because… honestly, nobody understands, or we are judged. (However) We need to talk about.” The event is taking place during National Prevention Week, an observance supported and sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Michele noted that all of the organizations involved in the local event have the same goals: to save lives, end stigma, end the silence, rally for change, educate, bring awareness, and support each other. The Community Event will offer refreshments and snacks, although families are advised to pack a lunch. There’ll be games, giveaways, and photos taken for the national yearbook. The various organizations will offer literature as well as an opportunity to talk and offer advice. “Get the tools to talk with your own kids about the dangers of drug use and get real statistics,” the promotional flyer stated. “Talk with parents who have been in the trenches; some of whom have lost children. Learn how you can get involved to make a change that may save the life of your own loved ones.”
Event offers ‘fun’ activities, but aims to raise awareness of drug overdoses
By Steve Horton Mitchell’s Hope, along with several other organizations from the surrounding area, is holding a community event this Saturday, May 23, from noon to dusk at the Fowlerville Centennial Park. While the event has several fun, family-oriented activities planned, the underlying purpose is more serious. The goal of organizers is to From left are Paige Riley Manns, a cousin of the late Mitchell Harper who died from a raise awareness of opiate heroin overdose, and his grandmother, Sharon Wagner. They, along with his mother, addiction, mainly heroin, Michele Wagner, are part of Mitchell’s Hope, one of the groups sponsoring this that’s becoming more Saturday’s Community Event. prevalent in the area and has taken the lives of a growing number of young people. Mitchell’s Hope was formed in memory of Mitchell Harper, a young Fowlerville man who died from an overdose of heroin last November. His death was one of several that occurred from drug overdose in Livingston County over the Heather Derian—Webberville Elementary past year (a number that has been steadily rising, according Boosters President to law enforcement officials), and one of thousands that occur “Easy going with a positive outlook on every project and challenge. on an annual basis across the nation. Motivates others with her tremendous work ethic. Organized, artistic, Both the organization and the event are spearheaded by and innovative. Has provided wonderful and inspiring leadership to Mitchell’s mother, Michele Wagner. “I promised my son, at this organization. A smile and laugh that sets the tone for others.” his funeral, that I would advocate until my dying breath,” Those were comments offered by Suzi Slater, principal of the she wrote on the web site for Mitchell’s Hope (www. Webberville Elementary School about Heather Derian. Heather is mitchellshope.com). completing her first year as president of the Elementary Boosters and On that home page, she noted that “Death from overdose was re-elected for another year. Booster officers served terms that now outranks death from motor vehicle accidents, and death start in June and end in May. from heroin overdose has more than tripled in the last couple Heather was recommended for recognition by Michelle Szilagyi, the vice president of the support group. of years.” “At the end of last school year, Heather stepped up to fill a void in Michele wrote that her “beloved son” was a college graduate, the Booster organization, and she brought a renewed energy and her attended Michigan State University, and was signed up for own contagious enthusiasm to the group,” said Michelle. “She is a classes at the University of Michigan.” natural team leader; she welcomes all new ideas and does her best to “Substance use disorder knows no boundaries,” she stated. implement those that keep the Boosters moving towards our goals. “It affects people from all walks of life. Many kids start by Heather generously gives her time and her creative talents to our experimenting with prescription drugs found in our medicine school. She has worked tirelessly this year to make our fundraising cabinets, because it is fun. Often, when obtaining prescription efforts successful, as well as to see to it that our family events are well drugs becomes too expensive or simply unobtainable, our attended and lots of fun. The Boosters, and our school community, are loved ones turn to street drugs; more specifically heroin.” very lucky to have Heather at the helm.” Heather said the Boosters group is open to parents and grandparents At a meeting of the Fowlerville Village Council, held of elementary students as well as school staff and interested members earlier this year, law enforcement officials pointed out that of the community. “Currently, we have about 20 active members,” the increased use of heroin among teens and young adults, she said. “Our main goal is to help support the education of the and growing number of deaths from overdoes, is caused by students by participating and fostering relationships with parents, heroin becoming more potent in its toxicity, but also more grandparents, staff, and the greater community. We do what we can to affordable. supplement school both financially and by volunteering.” The Boosters sponsors several events that raise money and offer family-oriented fun. “The Fun Run in the fall is our biggest fundraiser,” Heather noted. “The students collect pledges. We also have a Daddy-Daughter Dance and a Mother-Son event. We put on the Spring Carnival, hold movie nights at the school, and operate the Promoting Biblical Principles that STILL Work Secret Santa Shop in December.” This school year, as a special fundraiser, the Boosters had a raffle STILL FAMILY. Our culture’s with a TV and cash as the prizes. “Our goal is to raise $10,000 a year, experiments with the family have left although I’m not sure we’ve ever reached it,” Heather said. The purpose of generating money is to cover the cost of numerous the American home in a mess. amenities not covered by the school budget. “We give the teachers We still teach the biblical roles for the family as the a supply grant each fall,” she said. “We help pay for the Visiting best answer for stable, fulfilled homes. Authors Program in the spring. We cover the cost of various field trips. We buy tee-shirts for the departing fifth graders as a keepsake. Our group also hosts luncheons for the teachers three times a year. And we supply all of the award certificates given out to the kids. In 4509 Lovejoy Rd. F Byron, MI 48418 addition, we serve popcorn on Fridays.” One mile east of Fowlerville Road Along with all of those efforts, members also help out in the 517-223-3126 F www.antrimbc.com classroom as volunteers. 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Senior Spotlight-- Adam House By Emily Nelson Adam House is a senior at Webberville High School with a bright future ahead of him. House is the son of Mark and Nancy House and the brother to Holly House and Matt House who graduated from Webberville in 2010. House has been highly involved in the FFA program while at Webberville. “FFA has given me communication and leadership skills that I can use the rest of my life as well as memories with friends and fellow FFA members,” he said. Throughout his time in FFA he has won several awards and has been a chapter officer. In fact, House was recognized nationally as a $1,000 National FFA SAE Grant Recipient, earned his State Degree and a State Proficiency award in Diversified Crop Production. “Adam has been a core member of our program since middle school,” said Colleen Scott Keiser. “He has been involved in every aspect of our program and has a very bright future ahead of him. He is a genuine and sincere individual, and such attributes will be invaluable in his future.” Along with attending Webberville Schools, House also attends the Capital Area Career Center’s automotive program. “Career Center has given me the chance to not only do what I love, which is fixing cars, but the opportunity to make new friendships,” said House. “It has helped me prepare for having a job by teaching me skills necessary for a job in the automotive industry.” During his two years spent at Career Center, he has earned many certificates and has won an $11,000 scholarship through a contest that he participated in. After college, he plans on attending the automotive program at Baker College in Owosso to receive his associate’s degree as an automotive technician. House will be missed by many as he makes his transition into college. “I’ll miss not being able to joke around with him to keep us occupied during class,” said fellow senior Jared Eberly. House has made many bonds with people throughout the school during his time here. “My advice to underclassmen is to always get your work done on time because it is easier to stay ahead then it is to catch up,” said House.
Webberville student graduates from Defiance College on May 3
Defiance College, located in Ohio, held its 128th commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 3. Garrett Teague of Webberville was among those who graduated; he received a Bachelor of Science degree. Two hundred and nineteen graduates were awarded diplomas during the event. The College also presented its highest honor, the Pilgrim Medal, to graduating senior Alicia Kalik of South Lyon, Mich., and DC alumnus Thomas Blake, Sr., of Hamilton, Ind. The bronze Pilgrim Medal is awarded to graduating seniors who give the most promise of exemplifying the traits enumerated on the medal, and a silver medal is awarded to alumni and citizens who have in their lives demonstrated these traits. Graduating senior Marissa Bussard of Whitehall delivered the senior class address, and the commencement address was given by Laura Caldwell, distinguished scholar in residence at Loyola University Chicago School of Law, where she founded the Life After Innocence project.
Mobile Dentist coming to Webberville - The mobile dentist will be in the school district on Thursday, June 25. Forms are being sent home with students and should be returned the week of May 17. The mobile dentist is a service of the Michigan Dental Outreach and is available to all children up to the age of 18. If you have any questions, please contact Caelyn Ditz at 517-521-3071 ext:204 or cditz@webbervilleschools.org *** Webberville Memorial Day Run – The annual “Lest They Be Forgotten Webberville Memorial Day Run” will be held on Monday, May 25, 2015. Registration opens at 7:00AM followed by the Memorial Day parade and ceremony. The 5K run/walk and the 10K will start at 9:00AM. All proceeds will benefit Webberville Veterans Memorial Sites and student scholarships. Registration forms can be downloaded from the district website, Spartan Center tab, Fun Run page or register at https://runsignup.com/Race/MIWebberville/ WebbervilleMemorialDayRun For more information, contact Dan McCoy, Race Director, at 517-468-1644 or email dmccoy51@tds.net *** Relay for Life – Relay for Life is coming back to Webberville on Saturday, May 23. The event will take place at the Webberville track from 10:00AM – 11:00PM. Get a team together or join an existing team to help “finish the fight” and raise money to cure cancer. You can register at http://www. relayforlife.org/williamstonwebbervillemi
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Birth of Jackson David Piner announced
Timothy and Rachel Piner of Webberville, along with proud big sister Morgan, announced the arrival of their newest family member, Jackson David. He was born on April 22, 2015 at McLaren Greater Lansing Hospital at 8:03 a.m., weighing 7 pounds, 10 ounces and was 20 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Richard and Deborah Howd of St. Louis. Paternal grandparents are Leonard and Barbara Piner of Northville. Great-grandparents are Mike and Lee Dwyer of St. Louis.
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Library Overdue Materials - Students must return all library materials by the week of May 18th. Students with overdue library materials will not be able to participate in the book swap. Additionally, a student with overdue materials will not receive his/her report card until the materials have been returned or the book fine paid. *** Book Donation and Book Swap: Students wishing to donate books for the Book Donation/Book Swap can begin bringing in gently used books the week of May 11th. Students can donate as many books as they would like, but are limited to choosing a maximum of two. The extra books are made available to all students during the final week of school. Please contact Melinda Fairfield with any questions at mfairfield@ webbervilleschools.org. *** Elementary Talent Show – The talent show will be on Friday, May 22 starting at 1:30PM in the elementary gym. Practice will be held on Tuesday, May 19 from 3:05PM-4:20PM in the music room. Dress rehearsal will take place on Thursday, May 21 from 3:05PM – 4:20PM in the elementary gym. *** Fifth Grade Recognition Night – Come and celebrate with our 5th graders as they make the transition from elementary to middle school. Recognition Night will be on Thursday, May 28 at 6:00PM in the multipurpose room. *** Elementary Field Day – Field Day is scheduled for Monday, June 1. The events will start at 8:30AM. Mr. Weaver is looking for some parent volunteers; if you are interested in helping please contact him at jweaver@webbervilleschools.org
For too many children, the end of the school year means an end to the free and reduced price meals they depend on throughout the year. But this summer, with many families struggling to put food on the table, Webberville Community Schools Food and Nutrition Summer Meal Program will help to ensure children do not have to worry about their next meal. The Program will provide regular, healthy meals and snacks for children who might not otherwise receive them. Summer Meal Programs must meet federal nutrition standards, ensuring that children continue to have access to the healthy, well balanced foods they receive throughout the year. ANYONE 18 years of age or under is eligible for free meals and snacks. Beyond fighting hunger, summer nutrition programs support quality programming for young people by boosting attendance at summer enrichment activities and providing the nutrition children need to fuel their day. Children may go on summer vacation, but hunger doesn’t. Webberville Community Schools Summer Meal Program bridges the summer hunger gap and lets our children know that the community cares about their well-being all year long. Meals will be available as follows: Monday-Friday June 15th- August 21st (We will be closed the week of June 29July3). _____Snack_________________________Lunch_______ Webberville Secondary School (HS/MS) 9:45AM -10:15AM 11:30AM -1:00PM Other sites are being considered. There is no limit, a day, a week or the whole summer. Please consider hosting a food service site if you have children that might be hungry in your area. Other areas that might be serviced include day camps (band or athletic), daycares, low income apartment complexes, parks or recreation areas, bible schools or any place that children may congregate. If you have any questions please call 517-521-3422 extension 350. Or email ccourter@webbervilleschools.org
Sons of Union to hold re-dedication ceremony in Pinckney on May 25
The Sons of Union Veterans of the Gilluly Kingsley Camp #120 are holding a re-dedication ceremony on Monday, May 25, at the Pinckney Protestant Cemetery. The group will be at the grave site of Henry B. Gardner of Company D 15th Michigan Volunteer Infantry. Other Civil War soldiers from Company D who are interred at the cemetery are William VanOrden and William Robinson. Fourteen other men, who served during the Civil War with other units, are also buried there. The cemetery is located on M-36. Take D-19 from Howell, south to Pinckney, turn right on M-36, and head west towards Gregory. The grave site can be reached by taking the drive on the east side and going to the back of the cemetery. The public is welcome to attend the event.
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Fowlerville High School Sports Report
GIRLS VARSITY SOCCER The Fowlerville Girls Varsity Soccer Team defeated Portland Thursday night, May 7, by an 8-0 score. The Glads scored early on Senior Night with a goal by senior Lauren Robertson off of senior Shelby Hinton’s assist. Alexis Lindig scored next off of an Ollie Updike assist. The two of them have connected a few times the past several games and worked to scored a fantastic goal to bring the score to 2-0. Nicole Clark scored the next goal off of a Bethany Trites assist. Beth had a very nice cross into Nicole and set up a very nice opportunity for Nicole which she took good advantage of bringing the score to 3-0. The next two goals came unassisted and were scored by Robertson and Clark respectively. These two goals brought the score to 5-0 which was the tally going into halftime. In the second half the Gladiators didn’t give up! Ollie Updike started the scoring with her first varsity goal. She always makes good decisions on the field, resulting in a number of assists this year, but this was the first time she scored. Rachel Clark scored her third goal to make the score
7-0. Jessica Holiday got her first career goal to bring the result to 8-0, ending the game. The Glads defense played aggressively, keeping the ball out of our end of the field. Jewlissa Aldred, Kristen Burkhardt, Rachel Longhi, Brooke O’Donnell, Keelan Horton, Jessica Holiday and Natalie Smarch allowed only one shot on the night and did a good job of containing their best players. A huge thank you to all of the parents and fans that came to the game and made Senior Night very special for all of the girls! *** JV SOCCER Despite scoring first and only trailing 2-1 at half, the Fowlerville JV Girls dropped their contest with St. Johns on Thursday night, May 7, by a 5-1 score. Jacie Devota scored on an assist from Kelsi Meinecke for the Glads lone goal. Katrina Tersigni and Roz Opolka split time in net, making 5 saves each. Fowlerville is now 6-4 on the season.
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Fowlerville Junior High School News
Important Dates: 8th Grade Field Trip-- May 20th-21st No School-Memorial Day Break-- May 25th Awards Night-- May 27th - 6:30pm *** SPORTS FOR WEEK OF MAY 18: Tues., 5/19: MMMSAL/League meet at HOLT-3:00; bus1:20. HJH track is located on Aurelius Rd. $5.00 admission charge for adults & students Thurs., 5/21: LAST CHANCE INVITATIONAL @ PEWAMO-WESTPHALIA 4:00; bus-2:00 GOOD LUCK TO FJH ATHLETES as you end your 2015 track season. PHYSICALS FOR FALL: available on Monday, August 3; FHS-6:30-8pm. Cost is $25 per athlete. This physical is “good” for the 2015-16 school year--all sports, Grades 6-12! THANK YOU parents, grandparents, fans, & athletes for another year of Gladiator athletes. Numbers of students involved in FJH sports were good. Let’s see even more next year. FALL SPORTS: CROSS COUNTRY (XC) for B/GGrades 6-8 GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL for Grades 7 & 8 Practices begin on Tuesday, Sept. 8; PHYSICALS are required. *** TRACK With the last home meet of the season and sun in the sky the girls track team proved they were ready to run taking 1st place over Portland last night. The 1st place finishers for the evening were S. Spalding in the 2 mile, K. Roberts in the 55m hurdles, the 800m relay team of H. Adams, M. Douglass, J. Jarvis, and K. Chappell, N. Joupperi in the 800m run, A. Depa in the 1 mile and High jump, D. Franking in the 100m dash, K. Chappell in the 400m run , I. Litz in the 70m dash, J. Jarvis in the 200m dash, and G. Leslie with a new PR in shot put. All of the ladies that participated should be proud of themselves for what they have accomplished this far in the season. You all have worked very hard as a team and stepped up when your team need you the most, and that is something that goes above and beyond winning. Keep up the hard work! *** ARCHERY The Junior High school archery team traveled to Louisville, Kentucky this past weekend to participate in the Nationals Archery in the Schools National Championship. The team did well, earning a season high 3076 out of a possible 3600 points. Wilson Carpenter, Mary Farmer, Parker Freeman, Tim Griswold, Emma Holley, Colin Munsell, Jacob Nabozny, Ashlee O’Berry, Kasey Smith all had personal best scores. The team placed 162 out of 201 schools. The team shot a score high enough to qualify for the World Tournament in Nashville, TN July 23-25! Congratulations to all the archers. Additionally, the team also had an opportunity to compete in the IBO/3D shoot. This group placed 43 out of 100 schools. Thanks to everyone for all of your support this season!
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My Road to Sobriety
Column by Pastor Tom Tarpley Shortly after I born in a little town in Tennessee, my mother and father split up and my mother moved to Michigan to find work. My older brother and I were left in the care of my father’s parents who lived in Newport, KY. The plan was for my mother to find a place for us to live, get a good job, and then she would return to Kentucky to retrieve us so we could be with her. At first things didn’t go to well for mom in Michigan. Because she was an uneducated black woman with little schooling, finding a good paying job was very difficult as well as securing suitable housing for herself and her two children. The income she earned from doing day work was not enough for her to live on, pay rent, and pay someone to keep us while she worked. So we remained with our grandparents for several years. My mother loved us, and she was determined that we would all be together. She worked hard and when the opportunity presented itself for her to get into one of the factories in Pontiac, she quickly took advantage of it and began making plans to bring us home to be with her. When mom finally got things in order and was ready for us to come and live with her, my grandmother refused to let us go. So my mother and my older brother, who was almost five years older than me, devised a plan of escape whereby we would leave for school one day, meet our mother at the bus stop and she would take us to our Aunt’s home who lived in Murfreesboro, TN where my grandparents could not find us. Those five years in Kentucky, living with my grandparents, was the beginning of a life of abusing alcohol that would stick with me for the next 43 years. It was while we, my brother and I, were living with my Grandparents that I developed a taste for alcohol, and because of the nature of our environment I had no problem finding beer, wine of liquor to drink. My grandparents ran what was known in those days as an after-hours joint, better known as a speakeasy. On the weekends, people would gather at our home for an evening of dancing, drinking, fried catfish sandwiches, and lots of gambling. Because my brother and I were young, as soon as the people started to arrive on Friday night, we were sent upstairs and told not to come down. (Yeah, right). Every chance we got we were on the stairway, peeking to see what we could see, and believe me we saw a lot. Eventually, we got the nerve to sneak down and grab a half empty glass of unattended booze, or a bottle of beer or whatever we could snatch and get back up the stairs before anyone saw us; knowing that if we were caught it meant a whipping that we would feel for days. My grandparents were very good at not sparing the rod. Those old ironing cords would leave whelps on you for days. But we figured it was worth the risk, and we only got caught a couple of times. Besides, I liked the way the alcohol made me feel. It was warm, and I noticed when I would drink everything looked different. Backing up for a minute, let me explain something about myself. I was born a coward. I was afraid of everything, including my own shadow. The other kids used to tease me because whenever they played games that involved taking a risk, I always bowed out. For instance, there was a swimming hole that my brother and his friends used to sneak off to even though they were told to stay away from that hole. They always said I was too small and would run off and leave me
behind. I would try and follow them, but the problem was in order to get there you had to cross over a railroad bridge-what we called the trestle--where you could look down and see the water between the railroad ties. I was so afraid of heights that I would not even crawl across on my hands and knees. So I did what any red blooded coward would do, I went back home and told on them. Next week: An Adventure in Wine Making
Junior High News Continued
6TH GRADE The 6th grade class is collecting BOX TOPS! Please send in with your child and deliver to Mrs. Elliott in room D32. Thank you for your support. *** BAND CONCERT The junior high bands will be presenting their final concert of the year this coming Tuesday, May 19th, at 6 pm in the Alverson Center for Performing Arts. The 6th, 7th, and 8th grade bands will be featured. Admission is free. Come out and support these wonderful young music makers.” *** SUMMER LUNCH FAMILY PROGRAM Fowlerville Jr. High School will be participating in the Summer Lunch Family Program this summer, hosted by Salvation Army of Livingston County and Livingston County Hunger Council. This program is to provide free lunch to your family. The program runs from June 15th – August 14th, 2015. The lunches will be available in several sites throughout Livingston County. If you are interested in participating in this program, there are forms available at the Jr. High school. Please feel free to stop by and pick up the form or have your child pick up the form. Registrations need to be received by June 2 to the Salvation Army of Livingston County. *** CSI COMMITTEE The CSI committee is looking for parent volunteers to help with the end of the year reward day. We will be doing a “store” instead of an auction and need parent volunteers the whole day (7:30-2:15). If you cannot commit to a whole day, then we could also use some help in 2 hour increments starting at 7:30 (we provide lunch too). Please e-mail or call Kim Battjes at battjesk@fowlervilleschools.org or 517-2236267.
Webberville United Methodist holding scrapbooking & crafting event May 23
Webberville United Methodist Church invites all scrapbookers and/or card makers to our monthly scrapbooking/ crafting day on Saturday, May 23 - 9am to 4pm. The church is located at the corner of Holt Rd and M52 in Webberville. The cost is $10 for the day, meals and snacks will be provided. For an additional cost, I will have available card and/or scrapbooking page kits ready for you to assemble that day - I provide all the materials needed (please bring your own adhesive). Please call or email Kim by May 20th to RSVP or for further information - ksmckinney64@aol.com) or 517-896-9826.
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-DEADLINE THURSDAY BY 4PMDIRECT CARE STAFF NEEDED: To take care of disabled adults in Howell. Valid driver’s license required with clean driving record. Call Sam (517) 548-4495 or (517) 545-9921.. *** D & H HOME REPAIR. We do it all! Ceramic tile, remodel kitchens and bathrooms, custom trim, pole barns, finished basements, decks, and more. Call 517-304-4386 for FREE ESTIMATE. *** LADIES ESCAPE MASSAGE THERAPY. Licensed Massage Therapist. Sharon (Elkins) Robinson. Fee: 1 hour $40. 1-1/2 hours $60. CORRECTED PHONE NUMBER 517-304-3232 Gift Certificates available. *** MASSAGE BODY WORKS Tower Office Center 10524 E. Grand River, Brighton 1 Hour $50 and 1-1/2 Hours $65. Call 810-360-3475 Diana *** DAYTIME BARTENDER & EVENING COOK WANTED: 2 positions. Fool’s Gold Saloon in Webberville. (517) 521-3131. *** ACORN STOVE CO. Coal & wood heaters, fireplace inserts, whole house coal furnaces. Coal in 40 lb bags. Layaway payment plan. Get yours now; be prepared for this winter and Polar Vortex. Requires no electricity but still have heat. 1 block south of traffic light, Downtown Williamston or call 517-204-2451. *** DRYWALL REPAIRS, remodeling, finishing. 30 years experience, small jobs OK. 810-522-7823. *** MORE FOR YOUR MONEY GUARANTEED! $25- 3 to 5 FOOT BLUE SPRUCE TREES. Also, Norways, etc. available. Boulders, rocks, shade trees. Great landscaping deals. Howell. 989-984-4861. *** R & C Excavating, starting March 29 run till called. billing R&C EXCAVATING: We dig ponds, basements, driveways, and pools. Locally owned. For an estimate call (517) 881-0389. *** HOUSE FOR RENT Webberville location on blacktop road, modern ranch, 3 bedrooms, basement, laundry. Nice 3 season room. Attached 2-car garage. Need good credit & verifiable income. Price Reduced $975 month plus deposit. Application fee. John Kane, Broker. 517-204-2451. *** LAWN MOWING: Commercial & Residential. Dependable service. Senior discounts. 517-861-1092. *** LAND MAINTENANCE: Debris hauling, site clearing and cleanup, top soil and seed, driveway grading, large rototilling and food plots, trenching and silt fence, firewood delivery, FREE ESTMATES! Call Rob at 517-375-2789. *** MAHAR’S GREENHOUSES: Come See What’s Blooming! Beautiful Hanging Baskets, Flowers & Vegetables and More! 4621 Beard Rd., Byron. Monday thru Saturday (10 to 8) and Sunday (10 to 5). 989-634-8171 or 989-634-5349. Follow Us on Facebook. *** RETIRED ELECTRICIAN: 40 years experience in residential, commercial & industrial, looking for smaller electrical jobs to kill some time. Will work cheap. Please call Larry at 229-516-5492. *** NOW ACCECPTING 2015 LAWN & LANDSCAPE
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CUSTOMERS. Mowing, landscape install & maintenance, and pruning. Deck maintenance, installation of walkways, patios & retaining walls. Grading, brush-hogging, garden-food plot tilling & loader work. Call Ken at 419-944-1979. *** CONCRETE PATIOS & DRIVEWAYS: Small jobs Ok! Bobcat work, too. Dixon Concrete. 517-223-6797. *** MEL’S LAWN MOWING SERVICE: “Let Us Cut Your Grass”. 1-517-375-6534. Call for Estimate. *** ROOM CLEANERS, PART-TIME, EASY WORK. Weekends & Holidays required. Acorn Motel Williamston. Apply in Person. *** NOW HIRING! Fowlerville and Howell. Entry-level factory Eligible to be hired @ 30 days. 1st & 2nd shifts; $9-10/hr esspers@ ameritech.net - 517-552-0336 *** DRIVERS: Dedicated Home DAILY!! All Round Trip. Great Benefits. CDL-A, 6mos OTR. 800-305-7223 *** WEBBERVILLE LODGE FOR RENT. Baby showers, wedding showers, graduation parties, etc. Call 517-223-3172 or 734-358-4202. * ** MANY JOBS AVAILABLE IN LIVINGSTON COUNTY. Warehouse, Machine Operators, Engineering and more. Apply atwww.q-staffing.com 517-579-5184. Qualified Staffing, EEOE *** LANDSCAPE HELP WANTED: Local landscape company seeking experienced persons for upcoming landscape season. Must be hardworking, reliable and have valid driver’s license. Call Brian at (810) 599-6394. *** HELP NEEDED, YOUNG PERSON, FOR DISABLED MAN. Downtown Fowlerville. Mowing, weeding, gardening, etc. 30 hours weekly for $150. Call 517-223-0447. *** COOKS-- Da Shoe is now accepting applications for part and full time positions. Experience is a plus but will train persons with willing learn, ability to obtain knowledge and follow instructions. Must be available for Nights and Weekends. Rate of pay will be based on previous experience, availability and job performance. No phone calls please. Please apply in person at Da Shoe, 10100 W. Grand River, Fowlerville, MI 48836 *** GARAGE SALE. Saturday May 23 at 688 Jessica Circle from 9-4. Something for everyone. *** GARDEN & FOOD PLOT TILLING. Any size. Call 419-9441979. *** ESTATE SALE. 313 Kenora Dr, Fowlerville. Saturday & Sunday May 23 & 24, 10am-4pm. Solid maple bedroom set, double bed with mattress, dining room set, antique chair set, end tables, glassware, china, propane gas wall heaters, twin beds, maple coffee table and more. Kenora Drive is off Mason Road, west of Nicholson and Elliot, and east of Cedar Rd. Only goes north, second house. *** GARAGE SALE. Hand painted lawn ornaments: frogs, turtles, gnomes, fairies, animals & statues. Prices range from $3.00 to $40.00. 10944 Converse, between Nicholson & Stow. May 14, 15 & 16. 9-5, rain or shine. *** LAWN MAINTENANCE AND LANDSCAPING. Experienced only. Real good pay. Call 248-788-6797. Serious inquiries only. *** FOWLERVILLE FURNISHED APARTMENT: One working person only. Utilities & cable furnished. $420/month. (517) 7496127 (9 a.m. to 7 p.m.) *** GARAGE SALE: Thursday, Friday & Saturday, May 21, 22 & 23, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 7838 W. Sharpe Rd., Fowlerville. Something for everyone, including NASCAR collection. *** DOWN SIZE GARAGE SALE: 656 N. Kane Rd. (North of Mason/ Howell Rd.). Thursday May 21st & Friday May 22nd. No early birds. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Antiques, vintage furniture, camping, fishing reels, mummy sleeping bag, cameras, framed vintage pictures, gun books, cookbooks, plus a lot more. Cash only. *** INGERSOLL RM60 60” mower deck, works but needs hole fixed. $100.00. Call 248-939-3391. *** BARTENDERS / WAIT STAFF-- Accepting applications for part time bartender’s and wait staff. Previous experience a plus but will train person willing to learn. Must be at least 21 years of age to apply. Must be available for all shifts. As we are getting ready to open our patio, we will need staffing for both the inside and outside bar area. Please no phone calls to inquire, apply in person at Da Shoe: 10100 W. Grand River, Fowlerville, MI 48836 *** PRUNING & BED MAINTENANCE. Special now thru June 15. Call Ken at 419-944-1979.
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BUSINESS SERVICES RH TREE SERVICE: Trimming & removal. Free estimates. 20 years experience. Insured. 517-294-4386. *** DUMPSTER RENTALS: Plus junk removal services, great rates! Locally owned & operated. We accept cash, check or credit card. Call/Text Kevin: (517) 375-3478. *** MECHANIC WILL WORK on cars, vans, pickups—cheap! (517) 223-8219. *** AUSTIN HARDWOOD FLOORING: 20 years experience. Refinishing & Installation. Local contractor, affordable rates, senior discounts. Free Estimates! (517) 375-6143 *** BRENDA’S PET GROOMING & BOARDING: Quiet Home Setting.” By appointment only. 517-294-0209. Available 7 days a week. *** BOB’S HANDYMAN SERVICE 517.604.0138 “I can fix it”. Remodeling, frame/trim/tile work, roofing, painting, bathrooms etc. *** SEWING MACHINE REPAIR: Free pick-up and delivery. Oneyear guarantee. 30 years experience. Call for estimate. Ph: 517-5524000. *** D&R ROOFING & SIDING: New homes, tear-offs, recovers, gutters, flat roofs. Call Don at (517) 548-3570 or (517) 376-2064. *** GARAGE DOORS, OPENERS & SERVICE: Brand names. Replace broken springs. DOOR-TECH: (517) 376-4200. *** COMPUTER PROBLEMS? CALL DR. D. for ALL your computer needs. Repair, Install, Upgrades, Networking. Virus Removal and Backups. Repairing computers since 1989. Available 7 days a week, 9 am – 9 pm for your convenience, CALL 517-223-8217 *** WELDING: Specializing in aluminum, also cast, stainless & steel. TIG & MIG. No job too small. Call or text Matt @ 517-294-0480. *** CONCRETE PATIOS & DRIVEWAYS: Small jobs Ok! Bobcat work, too. Dixon Concrete. 517-223-6797. *** HOME IMPROVEMENTS: Painting, ceramic tile & general repairs. 40 years experience. Free estimates. Reasonable rates. Please call 517-715-3265. Gordon Perry, Fowlerville. *** AUTO DETAIL: Exterior wash and wax. Interior meticulously cleaned. Restore your investment. Call for list of services. 35 years of experience. 517-404-0515. *** Relax and rejuvenate at Earthshine Massage! Chronic/acute conditions, stress, sports injuries, prenatal massage, Energy balancing and more - help your body heal itself! Licensed and insured experienced professional for over 8 years. Call or Schedule online for appt. 7 days/week (517)304-5151/223-8552 or www. earthshine.massagetherapy.com Gift Certificates available & credit cards accepted. *** SARAH WYLIE: Licenced Massage Therapist and doTERRA Wellness Advocate has openings for female clients by appointment. Specializing in relaxation, prenatal, deep tissue, and trigger point massage. 19 years experience. Certified in doTERRA aromatouch technique. 517-915-8851.
Volunteers needed for this Summer’s Grand Equestrian 4-H Program
The Livingston County 4-H Grand Equestrians Therapeutic Riding Program is seeking volunteers for its upcoming summer classes. Volunteers are needed to assist riders as horse leaders and side-walkers. Twenty-for volunteers for each class, ages 14 and up. This is a great family activity, and no horse experience is necessary. Orientation for volunteers will take place on May 28 at 6:30 p.m. The program runs from June 2nd through July 16th on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Classes are at 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. (No classes the week of July 4th) The program will once again be held at the Wylie Farm, 5450 Emmons Road, Fowlerville. (Directions: Grand River, west of Howell, to Emmons Rd. Turn Southwest on Emmons Rd, cross railroad tracks, first house (farm) on the right.) Come and help change a child’s life by volunteering. Horseback riding is a valuable form of therapy for physically challenged individuals. Volunteers are the backbone of the Grand Equestrian program. INFO: wlpinc@comcast.net 810632-7138 or MSU Extension Livingston County 4-H at 517546-3950.
Fowlerville News & Views – Sunday, May 17, 2015 – Page 21
Planning Commission deals with medical marijuana & downtown signs
By Steve Horton The Fowlerville Village Planning Commission dealt with medical marijuana and downtown signs at its meeting last Tuesday night, May 12. Separate public hearings were held at the start of the session on two proposed ordinances. The first one would prohibit medical marijuana provisioning centers and safety compliance facilities to be located in commercial buildings and commercial districts with the village. The second would amend the existing sign ordinance for commercial properties in the Business Center (Downtown). There were not any comments from the public at either hearing. During the regular meeting, the Commission voted 6-0 to pass both proposals. On the issue of medical marijuana, Village planner Kaitlin Mallow-Marcon of LSL Planning noted in her comments that the village attorney had advised council that they should not continue to table any action on the issue. The council, in turn, requested the planning commission to make a recommendation. “This ordinance does not regulate residents who can legally use medical marijuana, as allowed by law, and it does not regulate licensed caregivers in residential areas from growing and dispensing marijuana,” Mallow-Marcon said. The background of the issue is that, at its Feb. 9 meeting, council was informed by its attorney, Richard McNulty,
Notice: Handy Township Residents NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE PLEASE BE NOTIFIED THAT THE HANDY TOWNSHIP BOARD ON MAY 12, 2015, AT THE HANDY TOWNSHIP HALL AT 135 N. GRAND AVENUE, FOWLERVILLE, MI 48836, HAS ADOPTED AMENDMENTS TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS: AMENDMENT 1. AMENDMENT TO ZONING TEXT 1. Amendment to CHAPTER 18, “ADMINISTRATION,” “Section 18.3 LAND USE PERMITS AND CERTIFICATE OF ZONING ORDINANCE COMPLIANCE,” subsection A. 1. will be deleted in its entirety and a new subsection shall replace it that shall read as follows: 1. The construction, enlargement, alteration, or moving of any dwelling, building or structure or any part thereof, being used or to be used for agricultural, residential, commercial, industrial, public or semi-public purposes. A land use permit shall not be required for a single family residential accessory building or an agricultural accessory building if said building does not require the issuance of a building permit by the Livingston County Building Department. If said building requires the issuance of a building permit by the Livingston County Building Department then a land use permit shall be required to be issued by Handy Township prior to the issuance of a building permit by the Livingston County Building Department. This amendment was adopted by the Handy Township Board on May 12, 2015, and shall have an effective date of seven days after publication. The Handy Township Zoning Ordinance, as amended, and this amendment can be purchased, examined, or inspected at the Handy Township Hall, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Fowlerville, MI 48836, between the hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Laura A. Eisele, Township Clerk (5-17-2015)
that the Michigan Supreme Court has made it clear that municipalities can not ban the use of medical marijuana within their boundaries, adding that an ongoing moratorium might be legally construed as a prohibition. Council had approved an earlier moratorium as a reaction to that Supreme Court ruling which overturned several local ordinances that prohibited the sale and use of medical marijuana within its jurisdiction. Council decided to wait on any action because it appeared the legislature was going to revise the law (due to the court ruling), and local officials wanted to tailor the ordinance to comply with the revised law. The legislature, however, has not yet passed a law. During the ensuing discussion, the attorney explained what’s currently legal and illegal in regard to medical marijuana. “A dispensary, operating as a stand-alone business (selling the marijuana to patients) is illegal,” he said. “A registered caregiver, however, can grow the plants for his or her own use and can provide marijuana for up to five other patients.” Limits on the number of plants that can be grown, and the amount of marijuana a caregiver or user can possess are included in the law. It was noted that caregivers are registered by the state, but are not required to report their operation to local police agencies. “You have three options,” McNulty said at the February meeting. “You can do nothing and wait to see if the law changes. You can impose zoning restrictions, indicating where a caregiver operation can be located. You can impose licensing requirements, including one that requires that the local police department be given information on the operation. Or you can have both zoning restrictions and licensing requirements.” The attorney pointed out that the later two options might not be possible, after the fact, if a caregiver operation locates within the village limits (or already has an operation) before a local ordinance goes into effect. “Right now there’s no restriction on where one could be located other than the state law prohibiting it from being located within a school’s drug-free zone,” McNulty said. A proposed bill to allow provisioning centers and to have the marijuana tested for safety is now before the Michigan Legislature. That bill, as now proposed, would allow a local municipality to prohibit them. The amendment to the existing sign ordinance for the Business Center would allow up to 40 square feet of signage for the first 20 linear feet of a building front, but would allow up to another 15 square feet for each 10 additional linear feet. Currently, the ordinance is a “one size fits all” of up to 40 square feet regardless of how large the building is. Several downtown business owners, as well as officials from the Downtown Development Authority and the Fowlerville Business District, had urged the commission to make the change, allowing larger signage for larger buildings. While the planning commission has approved these recommendations, the Fowlerville Village Council has the final say-so in whether or not to enact either or both.
Dansville Community Center hosting Memorial Day breakfast & garage sale
The new Dansville Community Center will be hosting a Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast and indoor Garage Sale on Monday, May 25. The Pancake Breakfast will be from 9-11am in the fellowship hall. Donations will be accepted, and all proceeds will benefit the Camp Scholarship fund and the Weekend Food Kit Program. The Garage Sale will have a variety of venders taking place in the multipurpose room from 9am-3pm. Enjoy a terrific breakfast and do a little shopping while you wait for the parade to start! Dansville Community Center is located at 1317 Mason Street in downtown Dansville. Questions-517-851-7853 or go to millville.church.
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The Hutchins-Near Scholarship was presented by, from left, Matilyn Near, Alyssa LaPlante, Joyce Hutchins, and Morgan Near. The recipient was Mason Litz (right).
The Lisa C. Jolliff Memorial Scholarship announcement included, from left, presenter Lorrie Chaperon, a niece of Lisa Jolliff; the recipient Keelan Horton, and presenter Bob Jolliff, Lisa’s father.
The Fowlerville Athletic Boosters Scholarship winners were, from left, Kenny Ferris, Rachel Coon, presenter Matt Copeland, Hannah Mills, and Tyler Burkhardt.
Fowlerville Rotary Athletic Award recipients and presenters were, from left, Tyler Burkhardt, presenter Dawn Horton, Jessica Holiday, and presenter Mike Godfredson.
Fowlerville High Senior Athletic Awards Night held last Wednesday
Seventy seniors who have played in one or more sports during their time at Fowlerville High School were recognized with awards by their respective coaches last Wednesday, May 13. In addition, each senior received a Fowlerville High School blanket, presented by Abbie Copeland and Vicki Briggs of the Athletic Boosters, as a keepsake. Receiving a MHSAA Recognition Award was Tyle Burkhardt. He was one of 100 finalists in the State of Michigan. Receiving the LWOA Senior Award for wrestling was Mason Litz. This award includes a $500 scholarship.
“Memorial Day” Geraniums The Iron Man Award was introduced last year to recognize athletes who have played in three seasonal sports all four years of high school. This year the name was changed to the Iron Woman Award since the lone recipient was Keelan Horton. Making the announcement was Brian Osborn, the high school athletic director.
Capital Area Library Events
WEBBERVILLE Stitchin’ Time Drop-in Needle Arts Group (Adults) Tuesday, May 19, 2015 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Share ideas and conversation while working on your needle arts projects in good company. All skill levels welcome. Family Storytime (Ages up to 6) Wednesday, May 20, 2015 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM Engaging stories, songs and activities to help build early literacy skills Book Discussion Group (Adults) Tuesday, May 26, 2015 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM We meet every month for lively discussion. This month: Orphan Train, by Christina Baker Kline
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WILLIAMSTON Drop-in LEGO® Club (Age 4 & up) Tuesday, May 19, 2015 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Kids love getting creative with our LEGO® collection! Imaginative play helps develop skills used for reading. Join us each month for a different theme-based challenge. Senior Reminiscing Series (Adults) Thursday, May 21, 2015 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Join us at the Williamston Senior Center for fun and nostalgia as we remember times gone by. Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-6) Wednesday, May 27, 2015 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Engaging stories, songs and activities to help build early literacy skills
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Upcoming Programs at the Fowlerville District Library
All Programs are intended for Fowlerville School District residents only unless otherwise stated. Registration usually opens 2 weeks prior to the event. Follow us on Facebook & www.fowlervillelibrary.org. *** Michigan Activity Pass: New season begins May 24th Discover Michigan! Using your library card, check out a pass for one of Michigan’s cultural attractions or state parks and recreation areas! 2015 has expanded services and deals including a discount off of Shepler’s Mackinaw Island Ferry and Shepler’s Lighthouse Cruise! For more information visit: http://www.michiganactivitypass.info. *** MEMORIAL WEEKEND: The library will be closed Saturday, May 23-Monday, May 25 for Memorial Weekend. Materials can be returned in the blue drop box. There are books available to borrow in the Little Free Library. Have a safe and happy holiday! *** “Campers Have S’More Fun” Summer Reading Program: Registration starts Wednesday, May 27th. Registration is in-person only and on a first come, first served basis. Can’t make it to the weekly programs at the library? No problem! We offer a Reading Log Only program for all ages. *Participation is for Fowlerville School District residents only. *** Spring Gardening Series: Herbs, Their Lore & Uses: May 28th at 2:30pm Adults. This program is brought to you by local Master Gardeners of the Fowlerville Garden Club. *Register to attend at the library or call 223-9089. Registration is open. *** Wilderness Adult Book & Movie Group “Into the Wild”: Thursday, May 28th Movie starts at 6:30pm Adults. Read the book and join us for the movie and brief discussion following the movie. Light refreshments will be served. *Register in person to attend. Receive a book while supplies last. Registration opens May 14th.
Hungrytown Concert at the Library: Thursday, June 4th at 7pm Adults. Join us for an intimate concert with international touring artists Rebecca Hall and Ken Anderson on their “Further West” tour. CDs will be available for purchase during intermission. Light refreshments will be served. *Register in person to attend. Registration requires a $5 cash deposit. Registration opens Thursday, May 21st. Seating is limited. *** Friday, June 5th: the Computer Lab, including laptops, will be unavailable for use while we implement upgrades. Use of the public Wi-Fi will continue to be available. *** Something new coming to the library: Friday, June 5th We will be implementing “Envisionware” PC Reservation and Print Management software. The PC management software allows patrons to sign in on a computer using their library card instead of signing in at the desk. --The patron will need their library card number to use the computer; --If the patron does not have a library card, then he/she must have a photo ID to get a guest pass. Guest passes are only good for one session. --If the patron cannot find their library card, using a photo ID, the library staff will look up the card number a total of three times; --If after three times, the patron loses their library card number, it is the patron’s responsibility to replace their library card at a cost of $5.00
Crossroads United Methodist Church invites crafters to join Fall Show
Crossroads United Methodist Church invites crafters to sign up for a booth at the church’s fifth annual fall craft show planned from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, November 14 at the church. Crossroads United Methodist Women’s Unit sponsors the craft show. You may choose from a variety of booth sizes, locations and prices, but the UMW encourages early reservations to ensure your choice. You may purchase lunch on site. The church is located at the corner of Haslett and Zimmer Roads, north of Williamston and east of Haslett. For a booth application please call Mary Meranda, 517/655-1286.
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13
Glacier Metallic, cloth seats, 9 spd. auto., alum. wheels, p/w, p/l, 2.4 MultiAir engine, keyless entry. Stk. #J18005. WAS $25,690
Now Only
20,750*
$
OR 36 Month Lease Only
232
$
36
mo.**
With $1,999 due at signing 10,000 miles/year
2015 JEEP PATRIOT LATITUDE FWD
Deep Cherry Red, prem. cloth seats, heated seats, ready start, 6 spd. auto., p/w, p/l, p/mirrors, Uconnect voice command with Bluetooth, alum. wheels, loaded. Stk. #J17021. WAS $24,565
Now Only
17,119*
$
OR 24 Month Lease Only
14453 mo.**
$
With $1,999 due at signing 10,000 miles/year
25,301*
$
OR 24 Month Lease Only
24978 mo.**
$
With $1,999 due at signing • 10,000 miles/year
With $1,999 due at signing • 10,000 miles/year
31
MPG HWY
THE ALL NEW 2015 JEEP RENEGADE LATITUDE 4x4
Now Only
mo.**
31
Bright White, leather 7 passenger seating w/Stow & Go, p/sliding doors, p/liftgate, rear DVD, backup camera, navigation, heated seats, heated steering wheel, loaded. Stk. #C52040. WAS $33,750
MPG HWY
2015 JEEP CHEROKEE LATITUDE FWD
Bright White, prem. cloth seats, 9 spd. auto., backup camera, keyless entry, alum. wheels, pw, p/l, p/mirror, auto headlights, voice command w/Bluetooth, loaded. Stk. #J77305 WAS $25,890
Now Only
19,006*
$
OR 24 Month Lease Only
16248 mo.**
$
With $1,999 due at signing • 10,000 miles/year
2015 DODGE JOURNEY RT
Granite Crystal, leather seats w/3rd row, navigation and backup camera group, 6 spd. auto., 3.6 V6, power everything, heated seats, heated steering wheel, loaded. Stk. #D68635. WAS $33,485
Now Only
25,470*
$
OR 24 Month Lease Only
198
$
63
mo.**
With $1,999 due at signing • 10,000 miles/year
2015 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO 4x4
Black Forest Green, cloth seats, 8 spd. auto., 3.6 V6, p/w, p/l, p/mirrors, p/seat, keyless entry, alum. wheels, much more. Stk. #J74425. WAS $34,990
Now Only
28,734*
$
OR 36 Month Lease Only
28620 mo.**
$
With $1,999 due at signing • 10,000 miles/year
2015 RAM 1500 CREW CAB OUTDOORSMAN 4x4
Maximum Steel, 40/20/40 prem. cloth bench seat, comfort group, rear camera & park assist group, 8 spd. auto., navigation, trailer tow, power seat, p/w, p/l, p/mirrors, loaded. Stk. #R45735. WAS $44,080
Now Only
31,705*
$
OR 24 Month Lease Only
24580 mo.**
$
With $1,999 due at signing • 10,000 miles/year
*Plus tax, title, DOC & CVR fees, and destination. Must provide valid Chrysler employee control number. Must qualify for financing through Chrysler Capital to receive Chrysler Capital Bonus Cash on qualifying models. Must qualify for Returning Lease Loyalty Retail Bonus Cash. **24 or 36 month closed end lease, 10,000 miles yr. with approved Tier 1 or 2 credit through Chrysler Capital. $1999 due at signing includes first payment, plate transfer, title and DOC & CVR fees. Must provide Friends & Family or supplier discount number. Must qualify for Returning Lessee and Lease Pull Ahead Bonus Cash. All payments plus 6% use tax. All rebates to dealer. See dealer for details.
www.DickScott.com
Dick Scott
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I-96 and Fowlerville Road, Exit 129 • 3030 Fowlerville Road
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