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April 24, 2011

Meridian Twp. will soon OK wind power law By Dawn Parker

ing in popularity as interest in “clean” energy has soared., say township officials. But critics MERIDIAN TWP. – Township argue the turbines are unsightly residents may soon be able to and the movement of the blades provide some of their electrical creates excessive noise. power, if an zoning amendment governing wind energy systems Adoption May 5 receives final approval. The amendment, under discusThe proposed zoning amend- sion for nearly two years, will ment would provide standards be considered for final adoption on installing wind energy sys- at the Meridian Township Board’s tems, enhance alternative energy May 5 meeting. options for residents as well as “I think that we have a good trying to mitigate negative ordinance,” noted Treasurer Julie impacts to neighborhoods and Brixie. adjacent property owners. A preliminary vote during the Wind turbines have been gain- board’s April 19 meeting was dlparker@lsj.com

approved by a 6-1 margin, with trustee John Veenstra dissenting. “It’s excessive regulation,” Veenstra said,. He disliked a section of the proposed ordinance which governs tower design. That portion prohibits the use of supporting guy wires, which several board members said were unsightly. Veenstra countered: “We have poles supported by guy wires all over the township … Consumers Energy has one in my yard. It’s just a way of supporting poles at a lower cost than if you make them completely free-standing without

Scholars honor inspiring teachers

East Lansing students (back row, l. to r.): Emma Hickman, Emily Bruening, Ariel Kaplowitz, Christine Marx, Michelle Federowicz, Katerina Bierwirth, Alexa Lupi, Grace DeLadurantaye, Kristen Hicks, Alania Ross, Deborah Hoekstra, Carolyn Hicks, Agnieszka Felczak. Middle row (l. to r.): David Lawrence, Human Malas, Maaz Mushtaq, Bara Aldasouqi, Ali Radha. Front row (l. to r.): Madeline Hulse, Emily Reeves, Amanda Davis. Not pictured: Theresa Oehmke, William Penn. DAWN PARKER | LCN

“I think the ﬂaws in this will become abundantly clear, and I hope we’re all up for amending it.” MARY HELMBRECHT

Meridian Township Clerk

any support.” The amendment also prohibits traditional windmills, Veenstra noted. A motion by Veenstra to delete that section failed 4-3. While acknowledging there may be parts of the ordinance

which need removing, clerk Mary Helmbrecht would like for residents to ﬁrst try it out. “If we have put things in here to discourage people, I would hope that those would be brought to our attention as people would like to have some use of wind energy,” she said. “I think the ﬂaws in this will become abundantly clear, and I would hope we’re all up for amending it.” An additional amendment permitting the use of guy wires, with anchors allowed on some portion of the land where the tower would stand, also failed by a 4-3 vote.

East Lansing High School on April 15 hosted its the ninth annual Top Scholar Celebration. The event recognizes seniors with a 3.9 GPA or higher. Students choose three teachers who have inspired them, and one teacher per student is invited to the celebration. Included in this group were not only high school teachers, but also middle and elementary school teachers, as well as dance and music teachers, and even a parent who was that student’s ﬁrst teacher.

East Lansing teachers (back row, l. to r.): Kerry Sung, Mark Shaheen, Kathy Kowalski, Mark Taylor, Darlene Weltzer, Marie Kuzych-Howard, Khalid Hammond, Will Paddock, John Plough, John Brandenburg. Middle row (l. to r.): Robin Remer-Saenz, Christine DeHaan, Vicki Pline, Jennifer Goynes, Karen Wallace, Mark Foster. Front row (l. to r.): Sandy Gebber, Brian Graham, Ceci Anderson, Dave Rosin. DAWN PARKER | LCN

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NEWS IN BRIEF Crossroads UMC will host fund-raiser dinner Swiss steak, mashed potatoes, cole slaw, vegetables, dessert and beverages are on the menu when Crossroads United Methodist Church invites the public to dinner Saturday, April 30, from 4:30-7 p.m. at the church, corner of Haslett and Zimmer roads north of Williamston and east of Haslett. Cost will be $8 for adults, with children aged 10 and under admitted free. Proceeds will help the church purchase and install new ﬂooring in the fellowship hall. The women of the church will sell pies in an additional fundraiser. For details, call the church at (517) 655-1466.

Zumba to be offered at Parkwood YMCA The Latin-inspired dance and tone program Zumba Toning will be held 9-10 a.m. on Thursdays at the Parkwood YMCA. Class is $18 for YMCA members and $80 per seven-week session for nonmembers. Call Molly Smith, health and wellness director, at (517) 827-9687 for more information.

MSU Alumni Concert Band to perform May 1 The MSU Alumni Concert Band will prove that music is fun for life on Sunday, May 1 at 3 p.m., at East Lansing High School, 509 Burcham Drive. Sharing the podium will be Ken Bloomquist, John Madden and Cormac Cannon. Admission is free. The program will include An Original Suite, Ye Banks and Braes O’Bonnie Doon, Beguine for Band, Chester, Joy Revisited, Knightsbridge Marchand The Sound of Music.

Artists, crafters sought for Crafters’ market The Meridian Township Parks and Recreation Department is seeking crafters and artists to participate in the Meridian Crafters’ Marketplace, which meets the fourth Sunday of the month from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. June through August and Saturday, Sept. 24 (as part of the Meridian Heritage Festival). The ﬁrst market day is Sunday, June 26. The market is housed in the Meridian Farmers’ Market Pavilion at 5151 Marsh

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of May 16. Cost: $125 per team. Teams will play a 14-game schedule. Games will be played at either Nancy Moore or Wonch Park. For more information, call Greg Grothous, recreation specialist, Meridian Township Parks and Recreation, 2100 Gaylord C. Smith Ct., East Lansing MI 48823; (517) 853-4616 or grothous@meridian.mi.us.

Wharton Center’s Inner Circle to hold meeting

East Lansing resident Joan Smith (left) and East Lansing/Meridian Lions Club member Lary Hill distributed flyers on organ donation at the Frandor Supercenter in Lansing April 12. The event marked “Buddy Day”, in which visitors to Secretary of State offices statewide were educated about organ donation. Nearly 3,000 Michigan residents - including Smith - are on a transplant list. For more information, look for Gift of Life Michigan on Facebook. In addition, a local group of transplant patients meets monthly; send an email to joansmith@mindspring.com for more details. DAWN PARKER | LCN Road, Okemos. Applications for participation and rules are available at www.Meridian.mi.us or by contacting the Parks and Recreation office at (517) 853-4600 or faust@Meridian.mi.us.

Blackbelt breaks boards to aid Parkwood YMCA On April 30 at noon at Burch’s ATA Martial Arts Academy, 2119 Haslett Road Ste. B, Haslett, 5th Degree Blackbelt Ronald Burch will attempt to use his martial arts skills to break 300 boards in 90 seconds as a fund-raiser for the East Lansing Parkwood YMCA on Haslett Road. For more information, call Burch at (517) 339-2871.

Nyaka School talk to be held April 26 A Nyaka School roundtable is scheduled for noon-1 p.m. Tuesday, April 26 at the Okemos Library, 4321 Okemos Road. Refreshments will be available, but attendees are also allowed to bring brown-bag lunches. Okemos resident Jackson Kaguri, founder of the Nyaka AIDS Orphans Project, will be on hand to talk about the organization

and the work that is being done in the Nyaka and Kutamba schools in Uganda. For more information, call (517) 610-7165.

Wharton Center’s volunteer group, Inner Circle, welcomes spring at their annual meeting on Wednesday, May 11 on Wharton Center’s Great Hall Stage. Ken Beachler will entertain with narrations from Francis Poulenc’s “The Story of Babar – The Little Elephant,” accompanied by Sergei Kvitko, pianist. The luncheon features quiche Lorraine. Pre-luncheon activities begin at 11:30 a.m. in the vestibule. Lunch is scheduled for noon, with entertainment and a meeting to follow. Reservations will be taken until Monday, May 2. Inquiries may be directed to karaschmitt@hotmail.com.

Clayworks to present spring sale April 28-30

Clayworks, a cooperative of 40 mid-Michigan potters, invites all to their spring sale for handmade treasures at St. David’s EpisVan Atta’s Greenhouse & copal Church, 1519 Elmwood Road Flower Shop will offer a rustic fur- (north of the Lansing Mall), Thursniture making class on Saturday, day, April 28, 5-8 p.m.; Friday, April 30. From 9 a.m.-5 p.m. create April 29, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and Saturspecial willow work of art. The day, April 30, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. morning class from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Call (517) 626-1160 for more will focus on chairs, loveseats and details or visit rockers. The afternoon class from www.clayworkspottery.net. 1-5 p.m. will focus on student designs as well as benches, bakCACS free dental care er’s racks, trellises, arbors and will be offered April 30 end tables. To register, call (517) The Fifth Annual Capital Area 339-1142. Van Atta’s is located on Old M-78 in Haslett, 1 1/2 mile east Community Services, Inc. Miles for Smiles event will be held Satof Marsh Road. urday, April 30 at Hawk Island Park, 1601 E. Cavanaugh Road, Registration open for Lansing. coed sand volleyball Walk with your family and Meridian Township Parks and friends and help CACS provide Recreation Department is accept- urgent dental care for its Head ing registrations for 4x4 Coed Start parents from Clinton, Eaton, Sand Volleyball. Leagues are Ingham and Shiawassee counties Monday and Tuesday Beginner/ who are underinsured or uninIntermediate and Thursday Comsured. It begins at 10 a.m. with petitive. Registration deadline is registration from 9-9:45 a.m. RegMay 6. Games will begin the week istration will be $15 per person.

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Medical marijuana law takes effect next month dlparker@lsj.com

EAST LANSING – The city’s medical marijuana ordinance will not take effect until May 15 because of a lack of any demand by proposed dispensary operations to get a license. The moratorium governing the issuance of licenses for primary caregiver operations and dispensaries is set to expire Sunday, May 15. At their April 12 work session, council members discussed lifting the moratorium at their May 3 meeting. They agreed instead to take the additional time to ensure residents are educated about the ordinance. Council member Kevin Beard conﬁrmed with city

clerk Nicole Evans that no applications have yet been made. “There is no pent-up demand, and no one will be disadvantaged if we let the moratorium run its course and prepare (other documents),” Beard noted. City staff has been asked to prepare a frequently asked questions document that would cover how the license would be administered and how it would be enforced. For example, residents witnessing a violation will be asked to contact police, and ofﬁcers will then determine whether a violation is criminal or civil in nature. “There is no simple way to administer this ordinance. I suggest all complaints begin at the police department,” city manager Ted Staton told the council.

A primary caregiver applying for a special use permit and a license would be subject to an inspection of the premises, which has been estimated to take one hour for an initial application and two hours for a renewal. Evans told council members city staff determined the licensing fee for an initial application should be $275, with renewals at $525. The fees were arrived at by calculating the labor cost involved, Evans said. Inspections will require two police ofﬁcers and one ﬁre inspector. No medical marijuana can be on the premises for the initial inspection, while part of a renewal inspection will be determining whether the applicant has the appropriate number of plants.

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Church interested in using former Wardcliff school By Dawn Parker dlparker@lsj.com

OKEMOS – A shuttered Okemos elementary school may have a chance at a second life. Okemos Superintendent Dr. Catherine Ash conﬁrmed that two programs could be moving to the former Wardcliff Elementary, which closed in June 2010. “We really do want to ﬁnd ways to utilize Wardcliff Elementary School that make sense so it remains a strong part of that neighborhood and of our school community,” Ash said. One possible tenant is an adult English as a Second Language program, which Ash said operates through an East Lansing church. The program is run on federal grants administered by the Okemos school

district, and the lease at its current location expires June 30. The ESL program would use approximately four classrooms on four mornings per week during the school year, Ash said. The program would have its own ofﬁce space and a dedicated phone line, she added. The other program to approach the district is an area church, whose name Ash requested be kept private until the arrangement for use of the building is ﬁnalized. The church, an existing area congregation, does not now have its own building. “They liked what this location has to offer,” Ash told board members at their April 11 meeting. The church would only use Wardcliff on Sundays, Ash said. Custodial services would be provided for two hours at the end of the day

for cleanup, according to district operations director Steve Lathrop. The remaining portions of the building would be open for other activities. The church would like to begin services in the building as early as next month, Ash said – which would mean some revenue to the district for the current school year – while the ESL program would not open until the fall. The positive annual revenue impact to the district has been calculated at around $23,000, which Ash said includes paying utilities, custodians and other operating expenses. Lathrop told board members the church would pay $400 per week in rent, or $20,800 annually. The ESL program brings $27,000 in revenue. Another $7,500 in potential revenue could come from utilities not

Okemos’ Wardcliff Elementary School was closed in 2010, and Okemos school ofﬁcials hope to make use of the structure. File photograph being used full-time. Reaction from Wardcliff neighbors has been favorable, Ash said. “People were excited that we’re able to move forward with our vision of

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Grand Ledge High School. Also featured will be the Handbell Choir of the Presbyterian Church of Okemos, conducted by Irene Shutt. They will play America! God Shed His Grace on Thee (2003). The MCB program also includes Valdres March (1904) by Johannes Hannsen; Dimitri Kabalevsky’s Colas Breugnon Overture (1938); the 3rd movement from Nicolai Miaskovsky’s Symphony #19 (1939); and Seis Manuel (2003) by Shelley Hanson. The Grand Ledge Community Band, under the direction of Matt Zerman, will play Larry Daehn’s arrangement of a 16thcentury song Fa Una Canzona; Pierre Leemans’ March of the Belgian Paratroopers (1944); Percy

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Man faces three counts of indecent exposure County Jail on unrelated charges, but declined to comment further. Anyone finding themselves in a similar situation should first ensure their own safety before calling police, Howell said. The more information officers have – a description of the suspect and their car, especially a license plate number – is key to getting an arrest. “Make yourself safe first – that is your first priority,” Howell said. Local police say they are seeking information from anyone who may have experienced a similar incident. Police ask that people

MERIDIAN TWP. – A Williamston man was charged last Monday with three counts of aggravated indecent exposure in connection with a series of incidents near the CATA bus line. Nicholas Adam Dagner, 30, was arraigned in 55th District Court in Mason. His bond remains at $50,000. On April 14, Meridian Township Police responded to the area of Grand River Avenue and Northwind Drive in reference to a person who had been seen on more than one occasion expos-

ing himself to women waiting to board CATA buses. The caller was able to provide a Dagner description of the suspect and the vehicle he was seen entering. An investigator responding to the call located the suspect’s vehicle, and was able to make contact with the driver when he pulled into the parking lot of an apartment complex, according to police reports During the last two

months, the Meridian Township Police Department has received two reports of a man exposing himself to females at two bus stops along the Grand River Avenue corridor. In a separate incident, the victim was followed to her apartment by the suspect. When she exited her vehicle, the suspect exposed himself to her. On April 15, the Ingham County Prosecutor’s Ofﬁce issued a three-count warrant for aggravated indecent exposure, police ofﬁcials said Meridian Police Sgt. Lana Howell said Dagner is lodged in the Ingham

MERIDIAN TWP. — The Meridian Recycling Committee’s ninth Recycling/ Reuse/Disposal event will take place Saturday, April 30 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. This year the event will take place in two locations. All forms of electronics will be collected for recycling

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Okemos schools will lose $1.9 million – and possibly transportation and athletic programs – if the governor’s proposed budget for the 2012-2013 fiscal years passes. According to the House Fiscal Agency’s summary of K-12 public school funding, Okemos received approximately $33.1 million in the 2011 fiscal year. That will drop about 6 percent to approximately $31.2 million in the 2012 fiscal year if Gov. Rick Snyder’s proposed budget passes. Director of Accounting Services Robert Clark said the worst-case scenario for Okemos Public Schools would be a shortfall of $5.4 million. If the board were to choose to not have a fund

balance, he added, the deficit would decrease to $3.6 million. That $1.8 million in the fund balance represents 4 percent of operating expenses. The school board will covene Monday, April 25 to continue its deliberatons on how to deal with the looming financial crisis. Okemos Public Schools officials say they are prepared to make the sacrifices needed. School board president Amy Crites said Superintendent Catherine Ash will consult with department directors and principals to discuss which cuts will be necessary to allow schools to operate efficiently. Respondents in a Jan. 18 Community Forum Individual Priorities Summary noted that Okemos Public Schools can reduce the

costs of transportation. One option is eliminating all transportation provided by the school district. Crites said transportation is not a mandated service, but if it is provided it must be done equally.

Major impacts Cutting athletic transportation is also being considered, as is complete elimination of all extracurricular activities and athletics. “They happen to be the only things left to cut. After 10 years of budget reductions due to a decrease in funding, we are left with fewer and fewer options … It’s ugly and awful,” Crites said. “These kids rely on bus transportation,” noted Okemos Parent Council member Angela Wilson. It’s no longer easy for

Okemos children to walk to school, Wilson continued, due to the June 2010 closure of Wardcliff and Central elementaries. There are three traditional elementary schools left in the district, plus the Montessori program now housed at the former Central building. Wilson said parents should be aware of what is happening to the schools and should be involved in protecting their children’s education. Following former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm’s proposed budget cut of $170 per pupil in Michigan’s K-12 public schools, Snyder has proposed an additional $300 per pupil be reduced in K-12 public school funding. If the proposal passes, See CHOICES, Page 11

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the budget cut would occur on Oct. 1, the beginning of the 2012 ﬁscal year. The Community Forum summary also considers personnel and wage cuts if the governor’s proposal is passed.

Combining schools Some options include combining the Okemos High School principal job with the athletic director job, sharing one ele-

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ever, defends the cuts and said dards. And they deserve credit having a two-year plan will help for doing so.” districts. Silfven emphasized Snyder said times would be tough, but No classroom impact? it was time for Michigan to bal“We don’t want this to impact ance its budget. “We need to get state spendthe classroom. I don’t see that it will. I don’t think Michigan ing under control and it requires school administrators and teach- some difﬁcult decisions,” Silers would let that happen,” fven said. “You know everyone would deputy press secretary Ken Sillove to invest more money in fven said. “They’re professionals and education, but where is that they’re going to uphold Mich- money coming from when you igan’s high educational stan- are a billion and a half dollars in

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Volunteer service by Grant was a special needs day camp helper for 12-24 hours a week for nine weeks during the past two summers. He helped, through the National Honor Society, in Bennett Woods Elementary classes and library, as well as at Woldumar Nature Center and Okemos spaghetti dinner. He works with his church on mission fundraising at the MSU football stadium concessions for four years, Vacation Bible School, OnGoal Soccer Camp every summer, nursery duties every month, and AWANA Youth Ministries - Leader in Training. His extra curricular activities, includie the varsity ski team for four years and is varsity boys captain in this 2010-2011 season, boys lacrosse for four years, football team for two years; First Baptist Church of Okemos Youth Group and student leader. He is in the National Honor Society and plans to be in ACTION Club’s Special Needs Program. Awards include the Capitol Area Athletic Conference All Academic Awards, Freshman football 2001, boys ski 2007-08, boys lacrosse 2008, varsity boys ski 2008-09, boys lacrosse

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April 24, 2011

Capital Area Activities Conference–Blue Division

Coaches predictions: 1.Grand Ledge, 2. Holt, 3. East Lansing, 4.Okemos, 5. Eastern, 6. Jackson, 7. Everett Top pitcher: Justin Alleman, Holt Top hitter: Tyler Baker, Grand Ledge Outlook: Grand Ledge has been the king of the CAAC Blue as of late and that trend should continue this spring. But, the Comets will have their hands full this year with a number of talented teams in the Blue, including Holt, East Lansing and Okemos. Eastern should be one of the most improved teams in the area this spring, while Everett will get better as the season progresses.

OKEMOS w Last season: 22-9, second in CAAC Blue w Coach: Phil Magsig, 17th season w Top returnees: Bailey Magsig (Sr.-SS/P), Zach Hayward (Sr.-C, 1B), Dan Emmerich (Sr.-3B, LF), Brad Dotterer (Sr.-1B, P), T.J. George (Sr.-P, OF), Matt Guastella (Sr.-P, IF), Spencer Bonoﬁglio (Jr.-C, IF), Blake Ellsworth (Jr.-C, OF), Danny Ludwig (Jr.-P) w Other contributors: Ben Turkus (Jr.-P, IF), Brycen Sorber (Jr.- IF, P), Mac McKearney (Sr.- P, OF) w Outlook: With nine returning players back from last year’s team, the Chieftains could be one of the best in the area this spring. Magsig is a four-year varsity starter and was an all-league player last year along with Emmerich and George. After an 8-4 ﬁnish in the CAAC Blue last year, with the majority of their roster returning, look for Okemos to contend for a league title this season

OKEMOS w Last season: 29-0, 1st place, Division 2 state champion w Coach: Bill Prahler, third season w Returning starters: Jordan Luberto (A) sr., Nicki Tague (A) jr., Chloe Zdybel (A) jr., Erika Frankfort (A) sr., Bobbie Hall (A) soph., Alison Crites (G) jr., Abby Cassella (D) jr., Haley Williams (D) sr., Swati Sudarsan (A) sr. w Other contributors: Bailey Ellsworth (A) fr., Courtney Humphrey (A) fr., Alex King (D) fr., Katie Johnson (G) fr. w Outlook: With nine starters back from an undefeated state championship team, Okemos looks to be the class of the state again.

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BOYS LACROSSE

Capital Area Activities Conference–Blue Division

Coaches’ predictions: 1. Holt, 2. Okemos, 3. Grand Ledge, 4. East Lansing, 5. Everett, 6. Jackson, 7. Eastern. Top player: Sarah Blohm, Holt Outlook: In an unusually wide-open Blue, Okemos is the defending champion, as usual, and Holt has the best chance to knock off the Chieftains. East Lansing or Grand Ledge could pull off a surprise result or two, especially late in the season. their ﬁrst league title since 2005 with a solid core of seniors, and one of the best keepers in the area in Campbell.

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Okemos freshman Katie Dudley is expected to replace older sister Lauren and make an immediate impact for the Chieftains this season. ALAN HOLBEN/SPECIAL TO THE STATE JOURNAL

OKEMOS w Last season: 15-7, ﬁrst place w Coach: Brian Guggemos, second season w Returning starters: Sarah Kovan (M) jr., Haley Crites (D) jr., Danielle Glogovsky (M) soph., Liz Mullin (M) soph., Molly O’Connor (G) jr., Kourtney Scott (M) soph., Vanessa Lacosse (M) jr. w Other contributors: Rachel Rosenthal (D), soph. w Outlook: After having graduated 11 seniors, this appears to be a rebuilding year for the league champions. But, with Okemos’ traditionally rich vein of talent, they could still be in the thick of the title race by the end of the season.

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Capital Area Activities Conference–Blue Division

w Last season: second w Coach: Brian Harrod, ninth year w Top returnees: Owen Hughes (sr.-HJ, LJ), Ian Horne

(jr.-throws, hurdles), Devin Rucker (sr.-hurdles), Billyle Allman (sr.-sprints), Tyler Fisk (sr.-dist.), Jared Motley (jr.-sprints, LJ), Kevin Jacob (sr.-MD), Ben Klaver (sr.-sprints, LJ), Sam Dickinson (sr.-MD) w Other contributors: Eric Arch (sr.-dist.), Ayrton Fineout (jr.-PV), Jordan Johnson (sr.-dist.), Greg Parker (so.-dist.), Beruk Scarlett (jr.-MD), Taylor Moton (jt.-throws), David McKinley (fr.-dist.), Daniel Kroth (fr.-MD), Daniel Bartkowski (fr.-dist.) w A closer look: Besides Hughes (see athletes to

Haslett/Williamston should have a spirited ﬁght for second place.

watch), Horne won the league and finished runner-up at the honor roll meet in the discus and second in the league in the 110 hurdles, Motley finished third in the league in the long jump, Johnson third in the 1600 in league before transferring from Eastern, and Fisk fifth in the league in the 3200.

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Capital Area Activities Conference–Blue Division

Coaches predictions: 1. Grand Ledge, 2. Okemos, 3. Holt, 4. East Lansing, 5. Jackson, 6. Eastern, 7. Everett Top athletes: Tory Schiller, Grand Ledge; Kyla Walworth, Holt; Cierra Pryor, Jackson Season outlook: Grand Ledge should again be the team to beat with some top returning talent and some new additions who fared well and helped the Comets come within a few points of winning the MSU True Team Indoor Invitational late in March. OKEMOS w Last season: second w Coach: Brian Harrod, fourth year w Top returnees: Hannah Hoffman (sr.-throws), Heba Abdel-Azim (sr.-sprints), Lelia Bonaidi (sr.-sprints), Lauren Brunner (jr.-MD), Stacey Li (soph.-dist.), Roxanne Raven (soph.-dist.), Maggie Abood (soph.-sprints, PV), Emily Wesley (sr.-MD), Jaixin Zheng (jr.-HJ, LJ, hurdles) w Other contributors: Ayda Alavi (fr.-MD), Afoke Johnson jr.-hurdles), Ashlynn Schiro (fr.-hurdles), Halle Thom (jr.-throws), Jess Richards (fr.-sprints), Paige Wakeland (soph.-MD), Mercedes Bohr (jr.-dist.), Amber Truitt (jr.-sprints), Danielle Stanley (sr.-dist.) w A closer look: The Chieftains’ Hoffman came in second in the regional and league meets and 13th in the Division 1 state meet in the shot put as well as fourth in the league in the discus. Zheng was third in the league in the high jump and fourth in the long jump.

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Capital Area Activities Conference–Blue Division

Coaches’ predictions: 1. East Lansing, 2. Okemos, 3. Grand Ledge, 4. Holt, 5. Jackson, 6. Eastern, 7. Everett Top player: Hailey Barrett, Grand Ledge Outlook: East Lansing was listed as the favorite, but Okemos will be difficult to unseat with two returning singles players who made deep runs into last season’s Division 1 state tournament. OKEMOS w Last season: first w Coach: Al Inkala, 18th season w Returning starters: Irene Ng (No. 1 S, jr.); Emily Doster (No. 2 S, jr.); Katie Allis (S, sr.); Aly Hopping (D, so.); Samantha Fairmont (D, so.); Tanmayee Yenumula (D, sr.); Reverna Moore (D, jr.). w Other contributors: Ellen Davis (D, sr.); Farrah Alam (D, jr.); Marie Lazar (D, so.); Saloni Shah (S/D, so.); Natasha Ghose (S/D so.). w Outlook: Both Ng and Doster are back after reaching the state semifinals and quarterfinals in Division 2, respectively. The Chieftains will try to defend their CAAC Blue title with solid singles play and experience at doubles. Three defending league champion doubles teams return.

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Capital Area Activities Conference

Coaches predictions: 1. Holt, 2. Okemos, 3. East Lansing 4. Waverly/Lansing Catholic/Grand Ledge, 5. Haslett/Williamston, 6. DeWitt. Top player: Stevie McKee, Holt Outlook: Holt returns the bulk of last year’s regular-season runner-up and tournament champion, making them the team to beat in the league, with Okemos a strong second. Waverly/Lansing Catholic/Grand Ledge will likely be the most improved, and could challenge for a spot in the top three. OKEMOS w Last season: 15-5, 1st place w Coach: Shawn Grady, ninth season w Returning starters: Matt Henry (G) jr., Peter Stuckey (A) sr., Wilson Whybrew (M) sr., Zach Peck (M) sr., Sean Garcy (M) sr., Max Nyquist (D) sr., Jackson Miller (D) jr. w Other contributors: Stuart Hammond (M) jr., Wil Matus (M) jr. w Outlook: After graduating the bulk of their scoring, the Chieftains will rely on defense, backed by AllState goalie Henry, to win games.

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District 3

Coaches predictions: 1. Okemos, 2. Haslett/ Williamston/Lansing Christian, 3. Holt/East Lansing, 4. Grand Ledge, 5. Mason. Top athletes: Monique Pentecost, Okemos senior utility. Season outlook: Okemos returns a strong nucleus of players that should help it again lead the area. Expect a close battle for second between the remaining teams. Okemos is coming off one of the most impressive seasons in Michigan history, 35-0 with the school’s first state title after defeating Saline 7-4 in June’s final. All five area teams were moved into one district this season — District 3 — after previously being split up. OKEMOS w Last season: 35-0 w Coach: Greg Jenkins, third season w Returning starters: Saskia Moyer (sr.) hole defense, Andrea Dantus (sr.) driver, Monique Pentecost (sr.) utility. w Other Contributors: Katie Dudley (fr.) hole set, Nikki Baron (jr.) goalkeeper, Emily Laub (jr.) utility, Laura Kruger (sr.) driver. w Outlook: Reigning state champion Okemos is geared for another strong season. The Chieftains hope to make another deep playoff run keyed in part by captains Dantus and Moyer along with returning All-American Monique Pentecost and freshman standout Katie Dudley.

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Capital Area Activities Conference–Blue Division

Coaches’ predictions: 1. East Lansing, 2. Okemos, 3. Grand Ledge, 4. Holt, 5. Jackson, 6. Eastern, 7. Everett Top player: Hailey Barrett, Grand Ledge Outlook: East Lansing was listed as the favorite, but Okemos will be difﬁcult to unseat with two returning singles players who made deep runs into last season’s Division 1 state tournament. EAST LANSING w Last season: third w Coach: Lisa Semerly, ﬁfth season w Returning starters: Carynne Lloyd (No. 1 singles, jr.); Shireen Mahdavi (No. 3/4 singles, sr.); Christy Marx (No. 1 doubles, sr.); Emily Bruening (No. 1 doubles, sr.); Teresa Vasievich (No. 2 doubles, jr.); Graycie Gillespie (No. 3 doubles, sr.); Kristyn Crippen (No. 3 doubles, soph.). w Other contributors: Renee Hoekstra (No. 2 singles, soph.); Allie Buehler (No. 2 doubles, fr.); Lily Alvarez (No. 4 singles, fr.); Emily Volovsek (No. 4 doubles, fr.); Lia Hetherington (No. 4 doubles, jr.); Sarah Brainard (No. 4 doubles); Gracie DeLadurantaye (No. 4 doubles). w Outlook: The Trojans may be the best threat to topple the defending CAAC Blue champion Okemos Chieftains. Lloyd is just a junior at No. 1 singles and the Trojans will be formidable with a deep doubles lineup.

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Capital Area Activities Conference–Blue Division

Coaches’ predictions: 1. Holt, 2. Grand Ledge, 3. Jackson, 4. Okemos, 5. East Lansing, 6. Eastern, 7 Everett. Outlook: Look for league powerhouses Holt and Grand Ledge to slug it out for the league title. The Rams have had Blue Division bragging rights for the past two seasons. Okemos has six returning starters and should not be overlooked in the run for a league crown. The Chieftains last claimed the league title in 2008. Top player: Colleen Lierman, Holt Top hitter: Kasey Trierweiler, Grand Ledge EAST LANSING w Last season: 8-23, ﬁfth w Coach: Jennifer Putmon, third season w Returning starters: Kristin Hicks (SS) sr., Cece Flores (2B) sr., Sarah Teppen (IF) soph., Hannah Prince (C/OF) sr., Taylor Gordon (P) soph. w Other contributor: Julia Lane (P/IF) soph. w Outlook: The Trojans have ﬁve returning starters including Hicks, who was honorable mention allleague. East Lansing continues to struggle with low numbers.

BOYS BASEBALL

Capital Area Activities Conference–Blue Division

EAST LANSING

w Last season: 19-14, Second in CAAC Blue w Coach: Mark Pendred, 17th season w Top returnees: Matt Ripley (Sr.-IF, P), Chris Hagan

(Jr.- OF), Kyle Guyer (Sr.-OF), Eli Gruhn (Sr.-C), Scott Welburn (Sr.-OF), Nate Averill (Jr.-IF, P)

Beckett (Jr.-IF), Jake Pendred (So.-IF, P), Noah Mandel (Sr.-OF) w Outlook: The Trojans have a young group this year with 11 juniors on their roster. Ripley and Averill are both experienced pitchers, and Pendred believes if his team stays healthy, it should be able to compete in a very good CAAC Blue league. Hagan should be one of the area’s top outﬁelders this spring.

EAST LANSING

w Last season: 8-7, 2nd place w Coach: George Foster, third season w Returning starters: Danielle Zick (A) sr., Brooke

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Weatherford (M) sr., Robyn Anes (D) sr., Dana Al Hasson (G) sr. Lydia Reedy (A) jr., Sierra McCoy (D) jr., Matin Falliahi (D) jr. w Other contributors: Marie Fata (M) soph., Mackenzie Meyer (M) soph., Katrina Lothamer (A) soph., Maddie Riley (A) soph., Kadijah Kalo (D) soph. w Outlook: East Lansing lost some ﬁrepower from last year’s squad, but a talented sophomore class and senior leadership should keep the Trojans competitive.

Capital Area Activities Conference–Blue Division

Coaches predictions: 1. Grand Ledge, 2. Okemos, 3. Holt, 4. East Lansing, 5. Jackson, 6. Eastern, 7. Everett Top athletes: Tory Schiller, Grand Ledge; Kyla Walworth, Holt; Cierra Pryor, Jackson Season outlook: Grand Ledge should again be the team to beat with some top returning talent and some new additions who fared well and helped the Comets come within a few points of winning the MSU True Team Indoor Invitational late in March. EAST LANSING w Last season: fourth w Coaches: Charles Pollard and Bob Brown, 36th and 32nd years, respectively w Top returnees: Mercedes Lee (jr.-sprints), Piper Tucker (soph.-400), Maddi Booth (soph.-400), Carla Jones (soph.-MD), Emily Meyer (soph.-hurdles), Ellise Lee (soph.-throws), Nyash Mazhangara (jr.-hurdles), Shana Allen (jr.-hurdles), Jennica Lurie (soph.-PV) w Other contributors: Makayla Pryor (soph.-sprints), Lianna Leak (soph.-sprints), Brianna Sackrider (soph.-sprints), Mado Glew (fr.-dist.), Deborah Hoekstra (sr.-MD) w A closer look: The Trojans are young but talented. Jones won the 800 in the league and 1600 in the regional, and was second in the league in the 1600, third in the league in the 800, and 17th in the Division 2 state meet in the 1600. Tucker took third in her regional and 10th at the Division 2 state meet in the 400, Booth won the 400 in the CAAC Blue, and the three combined with Meyer to earn all-state with an eighth place in Division 2 1600 relay. Allen and Meyer also came in third and ﬁfth in the league in the 300 hurdles.

BOYS TRACK & FIELD

Capital Area Activities Conference–Blue Division

Coaches predictions: 1. East Lansing, 2. Okemos 3. Grand Ledge, 4. Eastern, 5. Holt, 6. Jackson, 7. Everett Top athletes: Tyler Allen (Eastern), Dan Tyler (East Lansing), D’Ontae Hopson (Jackson), Devin Rucker (Okemos), Will Green (Eastern), Robbie Glew (East Lansing), Owen Hughes (Okemos) Season outlook: East Lansing displayed its depth in ﬁnishing second at the MSU True Team Indoor Invitational last month, but Okemos and defending champion Eastern have talented athletes who can score a lot of points in meets. EAST LANSING w Last season: third w Coach: Pat Murray, ninth year w Top returnees: Dan Tyler (sr.-sprints), Henry Pettway (sr.-sprints), Robbie Glew (sr.-dist.), Shane GlynnHabron (sr.-sprints), Elijah Hamilton-Wray (jr.sprints), Tim Kulang (sr.-LJ, sprints), Andre Archer (sr.-hurdles), Durrell Hill (sr.-hurdles), Daniel Richardson (jr.-MD) w Other contributors: Lawrence Collins (sr.-sprints), Gavin Midlam (sr.-hurdles), Devlin Bell (sr.-sprints, LJ, HJ) w A closer look: In addition to Tyler (see athletes to watch), the Trojans return three of four members from their third-place 3200 relay from the Division

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Capital Area Activities Conference–Blue Division

East Lansing senior Dan Tyler was third in the 400 and was a member of the Trojans’ runner-up 1600 relay in last year’s Division 2 state meet. KEVIN W. FOWLER/FOR THE LANSING STATE JOURNAL

2 state meet that includes Glew (another athlete to watch). Glynn-Habron was fourth in the league in the 400, and Pettway ﬁnished ﬁfth in the league meet and seventh in the honor roll meet in the 100. Kulang long jumped as far as 20-11 last spring, and Bell went 20-9 in an indoor meet at Central Michigan last month. Collins, a transfer from Grand Ledge, took third in the league and second in his regional meet in the 400.

BOYS GOLF

Capital Area Activities Conference–Blue Division

Coaches’ predictions: 1. Holt, 2. Grand Ledge, 3. Okemos, 4. East Lansing, 5. Eastern, 6. Jackson, 7. Everett (JV) Top player: Brian Burt, Holt League outlook: Holt could be dangerous at regionals and states, but the ﬁrst task will be winning a CAAC Blue title, a goal they fell one stroke shy of last season. Grand Ledge should challenge, while Okemos and East Lansing will improve over the course of the season with young teams. EAST LANSING w Home course: Walnut Hills w Last season: ﬁfth w Coach: Victor Whipp, second season w Returning starters: Chad McFee (so.), TJ Brogan (sr.), Richie Fata (sr.), Donald Whipp (sr.). w Other contributors: Jack Fossum (so.). w Outlook: The Trojans will be relatively young again with McFee leading the way. East Lansing adds Jack Fossum to the lineup, the grandson of Michigan State coaching greats Bruce and Mary Fossum.

BOYS LACROSSE

Capital Area Lacrosse Association

Coaches predictions: 1. Holt, 2. Okemos, 3. East Lansing 4. Waverly/Lansing Catholic/Grand Ledge, 5. Haslett/Williamston, 6. DeWitt. Top player: Stevie McKee, Holt Outlook: Holt returns the bulk of last year’s regular-season runner-up and tournament champion, making them the team to beat in the league, with Okemos a strong second. Waverly/Lansing Catholic/Grand Ledge will likely be the most improved, and could challenge for a spot in the top three. EAST LANSING w Last season: 7-8, 3rd place w Coach: Mark Foster, ﬁrst year w Returning starters: Cameron Earhart (A) sr., Alex Carlson (M) jr., Noah Rademacher (M) jr., Shawn Murphy (D) sr., Sam Riley (A) sr., Joe Kupferschmidt (D) sr., Will Russell (M) sr., Chris McAlpine (D) sr., Neil Syal (D) jr. w Outlook: The Trojans will look to win games in transition, led by a core of skilled, experienced defensemen.

GIRLS LACROSSE

Capital Area Activities Conference

Coaches’ prediction: 1. Okemos, 2. Haslett/ Williamston, 3. Waverly/Lansing Catholic/Grand Ledge, 4. East Lansing, 5. Holt, 6. DeWitt

EAST LANSING w Last season: 7-13-2, fourth place w Coach: Abu Towghi, second year w Returning starters: Charlotte Wu (M), sr., Christine McClure (F) sr., Maddie Hulse (M) sr., Patty Fahey (D) sr., Kaitlin Lapka (M) sr., Maggie Campbell (G) jr. w Other contributors: Morgan Howe (M) jr., Natalie Brogan (M) jr., Alex Trecha (D) jr. w Outlook: The Trojans could compete for their ﬁrst league title since 2005 with a solid core of seniors, and one of the best keepers in the area in Campbell.

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District 3

w Last season: N/A w Co-coaches: Ronald Marsh and Samuel Marsh,

second seasons; Jordan Sikkema, ﬁrst season

w Returning starters: Tori Kletke (jr.) driver, Teri

Oehmke (sr.) hole set, Alex Oehmke (soph.) hole defense, Nikki Hartsuff (sr.) attacker, Maddi Curl (jr.) attacker. w Other contributors: Dharbi Hickok (jr.) driver, Tara Williams (jr.) goalkeeper, Hannah Poulson (jr.) driver, Laura Bridgford (sr.) attacker, Aaliah Oliver (jr.) hole defense. w Outlook: Holt/EL has only three seniors, but returns all but two starters. Standouts Kletke and Teri Oehmke are looking to lead the team to a higher ﬁnish and make it more competitive within the district.

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Top player: Alyssa Albright, Waverly/Lansing Catholic/Grand Ledge Outlook: The addition of DeWitt as a full varsity sport allows the creation of a CAAC girls’ lacrosse league. Okemos is again the team to beat, not just in the new league, but the whole state. Waverly/Lansing Catholic/Grand Ledge and Haslett/Williamston should have a spirited ﬁght for second place.

w Other contributors: Matt Gordon (Sr.-IF), Aaron

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East Lansing Trojans

PREP SPORTS OUTLOOK

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CAAC Gold

Coaches’ predictions: 1. Haslett, 2. DeWitt, 3. Eaton Rapids, 4. Fowlerville, 5. Ionia, 6. Charlotte Top player: Emmy Virkus, Haslett League outlook: Haslett and DeWitt will battle it out at the top, but Eaton Rapids, Fowlerville and Charlotte all return several players and should ﬁeld competitive teams in a deeper CAAC Gold. HASLETT w Last season: tied for ﬁrst w Coach: Henry Brunnschweiler, ninth season w Returning starters: Emmy Virkus (No. 1 S, so.); Morgan Patterson (No. 2 S, sr.); Ashley Hartsuff (D, sr.); Erin Lawrence (D, jr.); Noelle Hansford (D, jr.); Paige Grettenberger (D, sr.); Taylor Pringle (D, sr.); Victoria Trosko (D, sr.). wOther contributors: Gloria Tian (S, sr.); Shea Donahue (S, fr.); Anna Grettenberger (D, sr.). w Outlook: It should be a solid year for Haslett, as the Vikings return their top two singles players and an experienced doubles lineup from last season’s league and regional championship team. Virkus is the best player in this league and could make the Vikings a factor at states.

BOYS GOLF

CAAC Gold

Coaches’ predictions: 1. DeWitt, 2. Haslett, 3. Charlotte, 4. Fowlerville, 5. Ionia, 6. Eaton Rapids Top player: Alex Jones, DeWitt League outlook: DeWitt has the league’s best team and the league’s best player. The intrigue here could be the battle for second, as Charlotte is the league darkhorse while Haslett rebuilds a bit from last year’s second-place ﬁnish in the Division 2 state tournament. HASLETT w Home course: Meridian Sun w Last season: second w Coach: Ron Applegate, fourth season w Returning starters:}Chris Beltzer (jr.), Tyler Dyke (sr.), Tommy Gut (jr.). w Other contributors: Zishan Sumbal (sr.), Nick Hill (sr.), Zack Rapson (jr.), Chase Applegate (so.). w Outlook: Haslett ﬁnished second in the Division 2 state tournament last season, but they won’t have Trevor Rosekrans or Dominic Choma this year. Beltzer and Dyke are both All-league talents who will have to step up and take the reigns for this year’s Viking team.

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CAAC Gold

Coaches’ predictions: 1. Eaton Rapids, 2. Ionia, 3. Charlotte, 4. DeWitt, 5. Fowlerville, 6. Haslett Top pitcher: Erin Binkowski, Eaton Rapids Top hitter: Erin Binkowski, Eaton Rapids League outlook: Eaton Rapids has won at least 25 games each of the past six seasons and looks to be the team to beat in the Gold. Ionia, Haslett and Fowlerville should be competitive, each with several skilled players returning. Charlotte and DeWitt will be rebuilding, each with several new players getting varsity experience.

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HASLETT w Last season: 7-25-1, fifth w Coach: Bill Crafts, sixth season w Returning starters: Chelsea Banghart (3B) sr., Erin Gorman (P/1B) jr., Maddie Heilman (SS) sr., Katelyn McCarthy (2B) sr., Miranda Rogers (CF) sr., Christine Wood (LF/C) soph. w Other contributors: Frankie Rider (P) fr., Sydney Ruhstorfer (C) fr. w Outlook: The Vikings look to improve on their fifth-place finish with six strong returning starters and a pair of talented freshmen. Heilman and Rogers were all-conference last season. Gorman is the team’s power hitter and Wood has speed on the base paths.

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CAAC Gold

Coaches predictions: 1. Haslett, 2. DeWitt, 3. Fowlerville, 4. Eaton Rapids, 5.Ionia, 6. Charlotte Top pitcher: Justin Hicks, Fowlerville Top hitter: Trent Pell, Eaton Rapids Outlook: This could be the closest league race in the area when it

Haslett Vikings is all said and done. Fowlerville won the league title last season, but will have the challenge of replacing a ton of senior talent lost to graduation. Haslett, which ﬁnished third in the Gold last year, returns seven starters this year and should be amongst the league favorites along with DeWitt and Fowlerville.

HASLETT w Last season: 18-18, Third in CAAC Gold w Coach: Jeff Woodworth, 13th season w Top Returnees: Joe Varlesi (Jr.- 2B), Jack Schaubroeck (Sr.- SS), Mike Gorman (Sr.- C), Zach Porritt (Sr.- P/OF), Ray McNamara (Sr.- 1B), Adam Foren (Jr.- 3B), Jake Wamhoff (Jr.- OF) w Other Contributors: Alb Palacio (Sr.- IF), Rob Whitaker (Sr.- OF), Preston Watson (Sr.- OF, IF) w Outlook: The Vikings return seven starters from last year’s club and should be one of the deepest teams in the area this spring. Porritt is one of the top pitchers in the CAAC Gold, and this team is always solid defensively. Expectations are high for Haslett this spring, and if things go according to plan, the Vikings should ﬁnd themselves on top of the league standings at the end of the season.

CAAC Gold

Coaches predictions: 1. Haslett, 2. Ionia, 3. DeWitt, 4. Charlotte, 5. Eaton Rapids, 6. Fowlerville Top athletes: Chris Theis (DeWitt), Jake Lampman (Haslett), Ranga Mutatu (Haslett) Season outlook: Ionia has exceptional distance runners, and DeWitt some talented individuals, but Haslett may have strength in the most areas.

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CAAC Gold

Coaches’ prediction: 1. DeWitt, 2. Eaton Rapids, 3. Haslett 4. Charlotte, 5. Fowlerville, 6. Ionia. Top player: Erica Goodenough, DeWitt Outlook: The Gold is DeWitt’s to lose, and they won’t, barring injuries or a major upset. HASLETT w Last season: 15-3-1, first place w Coach: Alex Hayner, first season w Returning starters: Madeline Sciarini (M/F) sr., Jessica Ray (M) sr., Jamie Hiller (D) sr., Sierra Dove (G) soph. w Other contributors: Katie Flagg (F) soph., Alexis Schiebner (D/M) soph. w Outlook: With only four returning starters from last year’s league and district champions, first-year coach Hayner will have his hands full in a strong Gold.

BOYS LACROSSE

Capital Area Lacrosse Association

Coaches predictions: 1. Holt, 2. Okemos, 3. East Lansing 4. Waverly/Lansing Catholic/Grand Ledge, 5. Haslett/Williamston, 6. DeWitt. Top player: Stevie McKee, Holt Outlook: Holt returns the bulk of last year’s regular-season runner-up and tournament champion, making them the team to beat in the league, with Okemos a strong second. Waverly/Lansing Catholic/Grand Ledge will likely be the most improved, and could challenge for a spot in the top three. HASLETT/WILLIAMSTON w Last season: 8-8, 4th place w Coach: Brandon Schwind, ﬁrst season w Returning starters: Nate Massa (D) sr., Joe Crim (D) sr., Nick Mowid (A) jr., Wes Holton (M) jr., Jordy Rich (D) jr. w Outlook: Schwind will bring collegiate coaching experience to the team, which may open some eyes early.

Haslett’s number-one singles player, Emmy Virkus, is considered one of the top players in the CAAC Gold this sesason. PHOTORAPH BY GREG DERUITER

HASLETT w Last season: ﬁrst w Coach: Charlie Otlewski, sixth year w Top returnees: Jake Lampman (sr.-sprints), Josh Delaney (sr.sprints), Ryan Beyea (jr.-dist.), Alex VanCamp (jr.-dist.), Kolby Casaday (so.-sprints), Ian McCabe (jr.-dist.), Pete Sherman (jr.-PV, hurdles), Ryan Laczynski (jr-sprints, LJ), Ranga Mutatu (sr.-hurdles, sprints) w Other contributors: Scott Mason (sr.-sprints), Kwane Shacks (sr.-LJ) w A closer look: The Vikings expect to contend for a fourth straight league title. Mutatu was runner-up in the 110 and 300 hurdles as well as second at regionals and 17th at the Division 2 state ﬁnals in the 300 hurdles. Lampman was third in the 400, Delaney fourth in the high jump in the league, and VanCamp took sixth at the honor roll meet in the 3200.

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District 3

Coaches predictions: 1. DeWitt, 2. Haslett, 3. Ionia, 4. Eaton Rapids, 5. Charlotte, 6. Fowlerville Top athletes: Tori DeSira, DeWitt; Molly Duda, Haslett Season outlook: More coaches picked DeWitt, but Haslett got ﬁrstplace votes.

HASLETT w Last season: second w Coach: Charlie Otlewski, seventh year w Top returnees: Sarae Zimmerman (sr.-sprints), Dani McClure (soph.-sprints), Molly Duda (sr.-HJ), Alysia Little (soph.-LJ, sprints), Emily Wolf (jr.-sprints), Katie Rehberger (soph.-PV), Tara Mahon (sr.-dist.), Mariah Beebe (soph.-MD), Jordan Strickler (jr.dist.) w Other contributors: Alison Rich (fr.-hurdles, sprints) , Taryn King (fr.-HJ), Ellen Corder (sr.-dist.), Heather Holton (fr.-HJ) w A closer look: The Vikings hope that added depth will increase

HASLETT/WILLIAMSTON/LANSING CHRISTIAN w Last season: 9-16 w Coach: Kelli Russell, ﬁfth season. w Returning starters: Courtney Weyhing (jr.) utility, Ashley Henderson (jr.) hole defense. w Other contributors: Kara Lurvey (soph.) hole set, Jenny Jess (soph.) driver. w Outlook: Even with only two returning starters, HWLC is looking forward to a strong season. There is potential from younger returning players, and Russell expects big things. Weyhing should be one of the area’s best.

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Coaches’ prediction: 1. Okemos, 2. Haslett/ Williamston, 3. Waverly/Lansing Catholic/Grand Ledge, 4. East Lansing, 5. Holt, 6. DeWitt Top player: Alyssa Albright, Waverly/Lansing Catholic/Grand Ledge Outlook: The addition of DeWitt as a full varsity sport allows the creation of a CAAC girls’ lacrosse league. Okemos is again the team to beat, not just in the new league, but the whole state. Waverly/Lansing Catholic/Grand Ledge and Haslett/Williamston should have a spirited ﬁght for second place. HASLETT/WILLIAMSTON w Coach: Paul Donley, second season w Returning starters: Karlee Kelley (D) sr., Sierra Bain (M) soph., Taylor Guarnaccia (D) sr., Bronti Belanger (A) jr., Kaliegh O’Brien (D) jr. w Outlook: After losing just four players from last year, this could be a breakout season for the team.

their chances to unseat rival DeWitt as league champion. Duda, who took fourth in the league in the long jump, was league and regional champion in the high jump before finishing fifth in the honor roll meet and 14th at the Division 2 state meet. Little emerged as runner-up in the league, regional and honor roll meet plus fifth at the state meet in the long jump. Zimmerman came in second in the league in the 400 and sixth at the honor roll meet, McClure was league runner-up in the 200, and Mahon finished fifth in the 800 in the league.

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MERIDIAN TWP. — Despite some contentious conversation among board members, the recommendations of the Elected Ofﬁcials Compensation Commission will stand without challenge. At the biennial meeting of the EOCC on April 5, the ﬁve-member commission reduced salaries for the supervisor ($20,000 from

$28,000), the clerk ($65,000 from $75,932) and trustees ($9,615 from $10,615). The clerk’s salary, reduced at her request to $60,745 in 2009, remains unchanged. Township board members last Monday could have chosen to overturn the recommendations, which take effect 30 days after they are issued but do not apply to the current board. While trustee Lynn Ochberg said she would like to see the commission be abol-

ished, alleging that members did not understand their duties, supervisor Susan McGillicuddy said the real issue is about whether the clerk and treasurer’s jobs should in the future be part-time.

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OKEMOS — Okemos coach Greg Jenkins knew that he had a good team heading into this year’s girl’s water polo season. After posting a 4-0 record at last weekend’s Stevenson Invitational in Chicago, one of the top water polo tournaments in the Midwest, it has become evident that the No. 1-ranked Chieftains are once again a state championship favorite this spring. Okemos swept through four separate teams from the state of Illinois, all of which were ranked in the top-10 in the state. “I was very pleased with our team’s performance, not only because we won

our games, but more importantly the fashion in which we won them,” Jenkins said. “I’m pleased with the leadership and toughness the girls displayed in closing the games out.” While Lauren Dudley led the way during Okemos’ state title run last season, it is her younger sister, Katie, who has now taken over the scoring load for the Chieftains. Katie Dudley leads the team in scoring this year, including having the gamewinning goal in a 5-4 double-overtime victory over Fenwick, the No. 1-ranked team in the state of Illinois. That was one of two tournament games that were decided in overtime for the Chieftains. “That’s never easy, but

my girls were resilient and tenacious and refused to lose,” Jenkins said. “Having close overtime games at this point in the season will really beneﬁt us down the stretch if we ﬁnd ourselves in a close match-up, because we’ll have been there and we’ll know what to expect from ourselves.” The Chieftains have a good mix of younger and older players this season, and that group has performed exceptional in late game situations, something that Jenkins has taken notice of. “What I’m most excited about after the close wins in Chicago is the composure and poise the team demonstrated in some intense and stressful situations,” Jenkins said

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ica, and dozens of other media outlets. He’s currently developing an original musical based on his experiences entitled “The Kid Who Played the Palace”, to be directed by William Martin, (Broadway’s “The Lieutenant”, recipient of ﬁve Tony Award nominations). “Earning a living in the Arts” is open to teenagers, young adults, older children, and parents. There is no charge for admission, but reservations are strictly required. Nobody under age six will be admitted with or without a parent, and nobody under 18 will be admitted without their own mother, father or legal guardian.

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feel good mentally and physically, you won’t open up and show us who you really are. When that happens- no matter how good you are, how pretty, or who you know- we’ve already lost interest.”

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teen dancers, singers and actors, and their parents at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 1, at Spartan Dance Center, 3498 Lake Lansing Peter Sklar Road. Call (517) 999-5415 for reservations. Sklar will explain why his views are in synch with the needs of top New York and Hollywood agents and casting directors. “The people who sit behind the table are trying to decide two things: do they like you, and do they believe you,” Sklar tells young audiences. “If you don’t

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in every single community,” Helmbrecht continued, referring to comparisons drawn by McGillicuddy with Saginaw Township, which is similar in size but has lower tax collections and

property values. “You have an eighthour a week person (who) has a deputy, and that deputy has a deputy. You haven’t saved any money – you’ve not made the elected clerk responsible

for carrying out the duties.” Trustee Brett Dreyfus said examining the salaries of every township employee would be a worthwhile project for the township.

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HUGE COMMUNITY SALE/FUNDRAISER for Scribbles & Giggles Child Care 609 N. Verlinden Ave, Fri 5/6 & Sat 5/7 10am6pm antiques, baby items, books, children’s clothing, collectibles, crafts, games, glassware, kitchen items, toys, women’s clothing & more. Donations Welcome! 517-482-1551 Email the Lansing Community Newspapers 24/7 at: lcnclassiﬁeds@gannett.com

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Garage Sales Suburb

COMMUNITY YARD SALE LAKE O’ THE HILLS CLUBHOUSE SOUTH 1975 Lac Du Mont, Haslett April 29 & 30 9 AM - 5 PM Rain or shine Lots of new items

HASLETT- COUNTRY PLACE SUBD. ANNUAL GARAGE SALE Fri.-Sat. Apr. 29-30, 95. Haslett Rd. E. to Green to River Knoll.

RIVER RIDGE SUBDIVISION ANNUAL GARAGE SALE Saturday 4/30 9am-4pm. Lansing’s oldest neighborhood sale, 31st great year! Over 60 families. Clothing, toys, golf equip. furniture, collectibles, sporting goods, house hold items, Far too many items to list. N. off Willow, N. of Lansing Mall. Look for signs.

DELTA MILLS ESTATES SUBD. SALE Fri.-Sat. Apr. 29 & 30, 8-4. Great bargains, treats & fun. Just N. of Creyts & Willow.

HOLT- ASPEN LAKES, 4 sales. April 27 to April 30, 9-5p.m. Some furniture, clothing, toys, bikes, household items & more!!!

ST. JOHNS, HUGE SALE LOCHWOOD ESTATES 1009 Hampshire Dr., April NEIGHBORHOOD Garage HOLT-MOORWOOD FARMS 28 & 29, 8-6p.m. Boys Sale, Holt, MI, April 30th SUB. SALE, Fri., April 29 & clothing; baby & up. Sat. 9am-4pm books, DELTA TWP. - MULTI FAMISat., April 30, 9-4p.m. Offf Men’s, women’s clothing. LY SALE - 6326 Laroque, clothing and accessories, Washington near Holt Rd. Toys, household & much From corner of Willow & furniture, wood-working more!!! Creyts, turn N. on Webster HOLT- MULTI FAMILY/ INtools, * Off S. Washington immediate R. on Piney Pt. SIDE GARAGE SALE - 1064 between Willougby and 1st R. to Laroque. April 29, N. Eifert. April 29 & 30, 9- ST. JOHNS- N. DeWitt Rd. Holt Rd. A rea Sales. 1991, 2023, 8-5p.m. & April 30, 8-2p.m. 4p.m. Quilting rack, exer4172. Off DeWitt, 3932 W. 1st quality quilting fabric, cise bike, household items Walker, 3238, 3505, 3535, household, clothing & and more!!! 3565 Banner. April 29-30, 9more! 5. Oak cabinet, dining HUGE 3 FAMILY SALE Brand room table, hunting, fishDEWITT- 1202 S. GENEVA name boys & girls clothes, ing, cake decorating items. PORTLAND-913 UNION ST., DR. April 29-30, 8-5 p.m. toys, bikes, 55cm Giant Friday April 29th 8-3 and Outdoor furniture, houseroadbike, household items, Saturday April 30th 9-1 hold, bookcase, crafts, Stampin up, stamps sets, WACOUSTA COMMUNITY Huge Multi-Family Sale decorations, girls 5-8, jr. & scrapbooking items. YARD Sales lots of baby items, toys, 5/7, mens 32M/L, wedding 12100 Angle Rd., Bath. Fri. June 3, 9am - 4pm & patio set, furniture, many gown, bridesmaids & flowThurs. Apr. 28, 4-7 pm & Sat. June 4, 9am - 2pm misc items! er girl dresses, wedding Fri. Apr 29, 8am-5pm. Please call by May 1st decorations, lots of stuff. to be a spot on our MAP! SUNFIELD: 517-626-6430 or 517-626HUGE 5-FAMILY SALE, Del5056 MUSGROVE. April 28- DEWITT: CREEK S I D E 2039 Events, Food & Muta Township, 2326 29-30, Thurs, Noon-5pm; SUBD. GARAGE SALES: sic, over 50 Sites! Cheltingham Boulevard, Fri, 9am-?; Sat, 9am-Noon. Sat. Apr. 30, 8-?, W. on behind Lansing Mall TV’s, Simplicity Lawn Trac- Herbison Rd. from US-27 north of Willow, Thurstor, Clothes, Some Anti- to Creek Side Subd.: day, Friday and Saturday, ques, Lots of Misc. April 28, 29 and 30; 9:00 Clothes, baby items, am-3:00 pm, baby gear, name brand toys, houseVERMONTVILLE - 353 S. hold items, furniture & boy and girl infant clothPease Rd. April 29, 30 & lots more. ing, girl toddler clothing May 1, 9-? Lg. women’s up to size 4, boys clothclothes, hunting items, lots ing up to size 10, misses ESTATE SALE of fishing lures for Musky, DEWITT size 12-16 clothing, purs13127 Blackwood, April 29, Bass etc. 14’ Pontoon & es, jewelry, toys, books, 8-5p.m. & April 30, 8-Noon. trailer, cement mixer, puzzles, bike carriers, Rolltop desk, dresser, cetools, table saw, antiques, tons of household items, dar trunk, 4-poster bed, OUTDOOR DOG KENNEL collectibles, games. Atari, something for everyone. bar stools, chairs, mirrors, dbl. wide. (4 mos. old). computer items, houselamps, collectibles, Total $375. 517-663-0178 hold & more. HUGE MULTI FAMILY SUBGym 1500 & much more! DIVISION SALES Houghton VERMONTVILLE-HUGE Hollow, Lansing 48911 and SALE! 7460 W. Lawrence, DEWITT NEIGHBORHOOD surrounding neighborhood April 28, 9-1p.m., April 29, GARAGE SALE Bus. 27 & behind Horizon Elementa8-4p.m, April 30, 9-1p.m. Webb Rd. Go W., follow ry. Fri. April 29, 9-3; & Sat. signs to McKouen St. FLUFFY BLACK & W H I TE Brand name, like new, April 30, 9-4. Thurs. Apr. 28, 3 p.m.-7 persian w/scraggley tail. women’s/Junior clothing, Lost 4/9, Lansing. 517-371MULTI FAMILY boy’s sz. 7-14, girl’s sz. 3T- p.m.; Fri. Apr. 29, 8-5pm; LARGE 5714. REWARD YARD SALE Fri.-Sat. Apr. 10. All clothes & many oth- Sat. Apr. 30, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Pack ’n Play, highchair, 29-30, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Refriger items ½ off. Toys, baby beds, bunkbed, furnierator, gas fireplace, Mary housewares, DVDs, TVs & ture, DirectTV dish, kids Kay, lighting fixtures, much more stuff size 3-up, adult clothing, lots of everyclothes, aquarium & supthing. 706 W. Grand River, plies, electronics, housePortland. FISH FOR STOCKING: Most hold items, shelving units, varieties. Ponds & Lakes. left handed hunting bow, 4 ½ MI. N. of FOWLER - ESLaggis’ Fish Farm.269-628pickup truck wheels, XM TATE SALE, 1770 N. Wright 2056Days269-624-6215Eves 2303 AVERY RD., ST. JOHNS radio, books by David Rd. April 29 & 30, 8-5p.m. Sat. Apr. 30, 8am-5pm. Baldacci, John Sanford, Simplicity 16hp riding Gymboree girls sz 0-4T, James Patterson, Debbie mower w/44" deck; Gap boys 7-16, Fisher Price Macomber & Robyn Carr, snowblower, tool chest, baby swings full & porta- and much more. ladders, household items. ble, baby items, Avent botOak corner cabinet, tles, bottle warmer, sterireclyners, Turbo vac, safe. 2 MALE CATS D eclawed, lizer, kids toys & Diecast. neutered, 6 yrs & 9 yrs old, DEWITT TWP. - 2 FAMILY Wilton cake pans & decoowner moving. Cats need SALE, 1219 W. State Rd., rator supplies. 65 years of good home. 517-541-9411. 2 blks. W. of Business 5 FAMILY RUMMAGE SALE accumulation. 27. April 29, 9-5p.m. & Lots of misc., childrens 3 YR OLD AKC NEOPOLITAN April 30, 9-3p.m. Lots of clothes & large size OKEMOS SUBD. KINAWA M ASTIFF spayed & misc. items clothes, 2 sofas, lots of nic VIEW 26th Annual Neighmicrochipped, needs nacs. 410 Walnut St., borhood Sale. Dobie at fenced in yard , $300/obo. Dimondale. Fri. Apr. 29, 8-5 Kinawa Rd. Fri. & Sat. Apr. DEWITT TWP. MULTI 517-852-0933 and Sat. Apr. 30, 8-2. HOUSE - 14786 Idylcrest, 29-30, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 4/29 & 4/30, 8-4p.m. Tons MANY HOMES OPEN. ADORABLE PUPPIES 9450 MARSALLE RD., PORTof girl’s clothes (0-18mo, Non-shedding, shots, LAND. 4/28-30, 8-7. Infant Gap, Carter), toy’s, baby PORTLAND- MULTI FAMILY wormed, vet checked, litgirls thru adult clothes, swing. Misc. household. ter trained. $300 & up. SALE, 303 Church St., Fri., brick & tile saw, Weslo Furniture. Vera Bradley ac517-861-7086 April 29, 9-3p.m. & Sat., Ellipticall, washer & eleccessories and more. April 30, 8-12p.m. Sporting tric dryer, Wing Q u e e n AKC SHIH TZU PUPPIES 2 goods, furniture, houseAnne mauve upholstered DIMONDALE FARMS (OFF males, 1 female, $400 ea. hold items, clothing and chair, sofa sleeper, tv’s, 2 of Holt Rd.)- 5124 Mirage Current shots & worming more!!! table lamps, double strolCr. & 10098 Deblind Cr., Ready to go. 517-589-5255. ler, toys, crib mattress, April 29th & 30th, 9-4p.m. POTTERVILLE ceiling fan, & much more. Kid’s clothes & toys, +size AKITA PUPPIES AKC 209 CHURCH ST. 2 mi. N on Divine Hwy., women’s clothing, DVDs, Brindle. Parents on site. Fri. 4/29, 9-3 crnr of Divine & Marsalle. household items & more. 1st shots. $1,200. Sat. 4/30, 10-3 517-281-1391. ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLES GARAGE SALE APRIL 29, GARAGE SALE 9am-2pm & possibly Sat. POTTERVILLE - 4080 DOANE BEAGLE PUPS 3 litters, 3637 S. FRANCIS RD., purebred, shots & Apr. 30. VHS videos, furniH W Y . Fri. A pr. 29 & Sat. ST. JOHNS. wormed. Have parents 5 ture, household goods. Apr. 30, 9-5. Clothes, Fri. Apr. 29-Sat. Apr. 30, wks old-8 mos old, $1501202 Jenne St., Grand dishes, tools, sporting 10am-5pm. $200. Alma. 989-463-4286. Ledge 48837. goods, & much more.

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Animal ServicesSupplies

Animals Lost

Dogs-Cats-Pets

GOLDEN RETRIEVER MALE PUPPIES $250. Ready to go. 7 wks plus. Call 989235-6566, Crystal, MI. GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPS AKC Shots, wormed, parents on site. Call 989-2365135 GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPS AKC Vet checked, shots & wormed, $500-$550. Call 517-223-9239

A PERFECT PET FOR YOU Toy breeds, Morkies, Shorkies, Shih-Nese & Teddy Bears. Non shedding, vet checked. $450-$550. www.puppy-parlor.com 517-404-3045

Dogs-Cats-Pets

GOLDEN RETRIEVER REDDISH, 6 weeks, Good with children, loveable, parents on site, pure bred, no papers $150.00. (989)3301 2 8 2 duanechristle@yahoo.com

BEAGLE PUPS - parents good hunters. Shots, wormed. $100. 989-763- LAB PUPPIES 9WKS, AKC Registered, loveable, pa1084 rents on site, 1 blk 1 choc males, 5 blk females. BICHI-POO PUPPIES Shots males $200, females $250 & wormed, adorable, $250. (517)588-1995 (517)588989-427-3205. 1791 BICHON FRISE PUPPIES! Perfect family pet! No shedding or odor. CKC, Health guaranteed. 517-663-2256.

LAB PUPPIES AKC Chocolate, shots & wormed, $300. 517-625-3428.

BORDER COLLIE PUPS Reg., black & white, wormed. $400. 517-852-2030.

LABRADOODLES F1B Buff, Shots, Wormed Wellness guarantee $375. 517-202-4163.

BOXER PUPPIES 4 females MALTESE AKC PUPPIES $550 ea. Reg. 1st shots, Shots, wormed, $400-$500. good family pets. Born 3/3. Call 517-627-6418. Call for more info: 517-3035097. MALTI POO & also TOY POODLE PUPPIES 7 wks old, 1st shots & wormed, CHIHUAHUA PUPS 8 WKS, toy size & smaller, $350. loveable, parents on site, 989-427-3205. pure bred, records, shots, vet checked. Females-$350, Males- MALTI-POO WHITE WITH black spots, 13 weeks, $300. Call to Good with children, see.(517)819-8280 loveable, shots, vet pierce_smith23@msn.com checked, wormed, Loves to play and be held, parents 5 and 7 pounds. Nonshedding. $400.00. (269)838-6483 POMERANIAN $300/$400 Pekingese white female $400. All AKC pups. www.kiesterpuppy.com 231-924-7704.

Birds-Fish

Garage Sales Suburb

Dogs-Cats-Pets

CHOCOLATE LAB MIX 1 yr old male, neutered, to a good loving home. $50. 517-628-2318. COCKER PUPPIES AKC $300. AWESOME PUPPIES. 517-726-0368

POODLES Mini, raised in our home, health guarantee, Jackson. $300-$350. 517784-5225, 517-392-0608. PRESACARNIO ( m as t iff f a m i l y ) male, 1 yr old, blue, $550. 517-580-3561. wishkahswife@aol.com

COCKER SPANIEL BLACK, PUGGLE PUPPIES 8mo, Beautiful coat. Good 8 wks old, 1st shots & with children, house browormed, $250. 989-427ken, loveable, pure bred, 3205. records, crate trained, follows commands of sit, RED LABS 4 yrs old, fecome and sometimes stay. males, housebroke, loves Good with other dogs. kids, $500 ea. Call 517-857$250.00 (517)749-2062 3793. ENGLISH SETTER GUN DOG SHARPEI 5 MO. old cream PUPS $400, until 8 wks. male, $800. 9 mo. old male Call 517-283-1559. Blueline Miniature Sharpei $1000. 269-838-4210. FRENCH MASTIFF, AKC reistered, $900.00 or best SHELTIE SABLE, BORN 3/11, parents on site, shots, vet offer (517)694-4111 checked, wormed, $250. (989)235-4170 GERMAN SHEPHERD Purebred pups. No papers. SHIH TZU - Beagle Mixed Black & tans & sables. 1st Puppies brown, black, shots, wormed. Family white, 9 weeks old, Beautiraised. $300. 989-291-3989. ful coat and markings, Good with children, loveable, parents on site, GOLDEN-DOODLE PUPSshots, vet checked, F1B- 3 males. Shots, wormed, O.B.O. $250. wormed vet @. $700. (517)708-8553 989-763-7202.

Lawn and Garden

Dogs-Cats-Pets

Clothing

Furniture

PROM OR PAINTINGS ORIGINAL SHIH TZU PUPPIES AKC Fe- YORKIE POOS 2ND genera- TORO ZERO TURN Tractor STUNNING bridesmaid dress Size 0, Time Cutter 17hp 44" ridFRAMED acrylic/canvas. tion, tails, dewclaws, & 1st males, $300. Call 517-468pale blue full length dress ing Mower. Well main12" & up. Bright MI scenes, shots, $300 females, $250 3506. w beaded bodice from tained. Looks great! Minipatios & so-forth. Starting males. 517-404-2937. Cool Collection, worn SHIH-TZU PUPS mal Use. $1200 (517)204at $50. 517-332-3161 once; dry cleaned. $150 or 8 wks., 1st shots, wormed. 7299 YORKIES AKC V et chkd, best offer. $500 new, Small & adorable! $350. QUALITY FURNITURE shots, tails, dewclaws YARDMAN ROTOTILLER (517)392-8550 517-202-4156 Grandfather clock $800, done. Parents on site. 1 5 hp, rear tine. $350. (have sleeper sofa $350, chair & male, $500. 517-652-9287. ST. BERNARD PUPPIES No other lawncare items) ottoman $300, & misc. papers. Born March 7. 517-663-0178 household items. Please Ready to go. $400 & down. call for appt. 517-285-5820 810-672-9565, 989-635-7533 Okemos. TERRIER MIX PUPPIES 1 NICE ELECTRONICS Sony male, 1 female. Friendly, 32" HD TV, Sony 27" TV, 1st shots, wormed. $75. ISA-BROWNS LAYING HENS Sony Surround system, 517-375-3369. $3.50/each. Call: 517-663- C H E R R Y , MAPLE & O A K RCA 13" color tv. (517)318Seasoned firewood. Deliv5849 3 0 3 6 . ered & STACKED. 4’x8’x16" TOY POODLE PUPPIES BEER MAKING EQUIPMENT flyfishmi10@yahoo.com $65. 517-651-5214. $250. Call 989-875-4319. anything and everything to make beer $180.00 (517)488-1771 TOY POODLE PUPS AKC, Black, 10 wks. old. Wormed. $300-$400. 517647-6573. ASSORTED FENTON GLASS A BED QUEEN PILLOWTOP VICTORIAN BULLDOG PUP517-726-0822 or mattress set, new in plasPIES 7 wks. Vet chkd. 3 fe517-444-0205 tic, $200. Call 517-410-4921. AQUARIUM 125 GAL. Set up males, 1 male. VBA reg. Can deliver. $1350. 517-977-4740. for reptiles, with Gecko & FULL SIZE CAST iron bathstand $400 /obo. tub. Original claw feet docnannie@yahoo.com ALFALFA GRASS-EXCELLENT A TEMPERPADIC/STYLE w/spikes. $200. (517)521-3714 Hay $3 & up. Can deliver. MEMORY FOAM MAT517-484-8825 517-641-6034 TRESS SET Queen, newnever used, as seen on TV, with warranty. Cost $1,800, Sell $695. Can Deliver 989-832-2401. MM

Electronics

Farm AnimalsLivestock

Firewood

Hobbies-Toys

Household Goods

Miscellaneous

Building Materials -Supplies

RCA 50’’ HDTV & s t a n d FREE - Drop off used oil any- PIONEER POLE BUILDINGS- ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE $450. Real nice wood dinfrom Home. *Medical, FREE ESTIMATES-Licensed time. Rapids Oil Change, ing room table w/6 chairs *Business, *Paralegal, and insured-2x6 Trusses816 S Main St., Eaton Rap& 2 leafs, $750. Compact *Accounting, *Criminal 45 Year Warranty ids, MI. 517-663-3133 computer w/HP Pavilion Justice. Job placement asGalvalume Steel-19 Colorskeyboard $100, HP Laser sistance. Computer availaSince 1976-#1 in MichiganWANTED: UNWANTED jet 1000 series printer $50. ble. Financial Aid if qualiCall Today 1-800-292-0679. appliances, air conditionGlass Fruit punch bowl fied. Call 877-895-1828 MC ers, cars, trucks, vans, $25, glass cake holder $25. www.CenturaOnline.com farm machinery, lawn RCA tri flat small tv $50, MM POLE BARNS, BUILD BEST mowers, campers, hot pillar bed, 2 cherrywood Barns, Building Pole Barns water tanks, aluminum or dressers, end table $275, ARE HIRING— Since 1963, Family Owned, AIRLINES steel boats, aluminum wincard table w/4 chairs $10, Train for high paying AviaLicensed and Insured, dows or doors, aluminum wall clock $15. Fisher Price tion Career. FAA approved Spring Specials on all toppers, any types of aluJeep 4 wheeler $75, swivel program. Financial aid if Buildings, 40 year Warranminum or steel siding, office chair $25, liv rm picqualified—Job placement ty, 1-877-802-0967. MC 4 wheelers, go carts, trailture $25. 1 table $25. Priassistance. Call Aviation ers, batteries. ces negotiable. 517-755Institute of Maintenance All picked up for Free. 6555. 877-891-2281. MM Call 517-628-2818

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Household Goods

Hay-Grain-Seed

Lawn and Garden

YOUR AD HERE SEE SOURCEADS.COM OR CALL LCN TOLL FREE

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A AMISH LOG HEADBOARD AND Queen Pillow Top Mattress Set. Brand newnever used, sell all for $275. 989-923-1278. MM

Service Directory Get The Job Done Right Fencing

Carpet Guy & Gal Inc.

Timothy & Shawn David We are a mom & pop installation team w/ 20 years experience, specializing in all types of floor coverings. Certified Installers Insured • References

517-505-1756

tdavid1967@hotmail.com

Computer Sales -Service COMPUTER REVIVER: Upgrades, internet repair, virus, spyware removal, data rec. 30 day wrnty. Erik 517-484-6364. Housecalls.

DONE RIGHT FENCE & SKID LOADER SERVICE Fence for all occasions, light excavating, holes augered, bucket & pallet fork work. We clean up scrap metal for free.

For Free Estimate Call 517-669-8066

Floor Services

Mr. Natural’s Wood Floors • Refinishing • Repairs • Installation

FREE Estimates 393-0660 or 490-8696 Since 1988

Hauling-Trucking Drywall

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JUNK REMOVAL

HOME IMPROVEMENT • Repairs • Remodeling • Installations • Tile • Built-ins • Painting • Master Carpenter/Builder • High Quality Workmanship • 25 Years Experience • Reasonable Rates • References • Licensed & Insured

Jeff 323-7235 LJ-0000914482-01

• Appliances • Brush • Carpet • Furniture • Metal Wood • Concrete • Shingles •

Senior Discount

327-6001

Lawn and Tree Service LAWN CRAFTERS

Residential & Commercial Lawncare LJ-0000912798-01

When you need repairs around the home - and you need them fast - check the service directory in LCN Classiﬁeds

TRASH, BRUSH, APPL. hauled Yard & build. clean up, trees & bushes trimmed. Low Prices! Mike 393-4664

• Spring & Fall Cleanup • Light Landscaping • Decorative Mulch Installed

Free Estimates

517-294-1895

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Motorcycles-Minibikes-GoKarts

Wanted to Buy

CampersTravel Trailers

Miscellaneous

1-877-475-SELL (7355)

K&T

As a dependable company, we are an affordable option in lawncare. Let us work for you. Call 517-323-2247 Email: terrancetaylor5505@att.net

TIDY BOY LAWN CARE

A professional job done at a reasonable price. Cleanups, mowing, mulching, rolling, bushes. 17 yrs experience. Licensed & Insured

Call 517-351-2848

ART’S LAWN CARE

Mowing - Trimming Senior Discounts Best Prices!

517-898-8666

Lawnscapes of Lansing Inc. Lawn & Landscape Maintenance

Residential/Commercial Since 1999

517-899-0990

ALL SEASONS PROPERTY CARE Residential mowing & trimming. Spring cleanups, landscaping, bush trimming, gutter cleaning. Call for our Spring Mulch specials! Free estimate. We offer no contracts, our services are our contract. Lic. & Ins. 517-303-4259

Lawn and Tree Service PROFESSIONAL LAWN CARE Affordable Rates. Spring Cleanup. For Free Quote, call (517) 803-2350. NOW THE GRASS WILL GROW Time for B&B Landscape Service to mulch & mow. Call 517-483-3435.

Rooﬁng-Siding Reliable Construction

42 years experience • Vinyl siding • Vinyl windows • Shingled roofs Free Estimates Licensed & Insured

ERICKSON LAWNS

517-646-9945 1-800-887-1795

517-974-3732

ROOFING REPAIR AND CLEANING SPECIALIST • Power Washing Services • Siding & Siding Repair • Painting • Gutter & Gutter Tops We can handle all of your Home Improvement Needs Free Estimates 25 Years Experience

•New lawn installed •Lawn repairs of all types •Seeding & sod Guaranteed work Low prices Senior discount Free Estimate Licensed & Insured

Masonry MASONRY RESTORATION Res/comm., historic. Repair brick, block & stone. Fndn/chimney repair/new. Lic. & Ins. 517-647-5380

Painting-Papering -Plastering PAINTING PERFECTIONS. Int & ext. Quality work. References, free est. (517)332-3281 or 290-4187. THINK SPRING... Think www.dutchtouchenterprises.weebly. com Josh 272-2840

Wayne Shook Experienced Interior-Exterior Painting

Insured • Free Estimates • References

349-1814

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HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA FROM HOME. 6-8 weeks. Accredited. Get a Diploma. Get a job! FREE Brochure. 1 - 8 0 0 - 2 6 4 - 8 3 3 0 diplomafromhome .com MM

SPEAKERS 8"TWO-WAY IN UTILITY/CAR TRAILER, wall, brand new in box. 5X10 995, 77x10 1095 also Cambridge soundworks. 83x18 car hauler $1995. $99 (517)521-3714 (517)490-3176 HEALTH CAREERS TRAIN ING. Start at the Blue Her2006 YAMAHA SILVERADO SPEAKERS 8" TWO-WAY on Academy—Medical classic. 1100cc. 714 mi., wall install. New, in box. Massage, Medical Assistperfect condition. Lots of Cambridge soundworks. ing, Phlebotomy, Personal extras. $7500. 517-627-9279 $99 517-521-3714 Training 888-285-9989 OR 517-202-2794 blueheronacademy.com WEDDING DRESS. BRAIDED MM A AARDVARK ANTIQUER white sweetheart neck, paying cash for guns, puffed sleeves, long train. jewlery, furniture, art & Sz. 4/5. $50. 517-668-0173 unusual & bizarre items. 517-819-8700 ’03 TRAIL CRUISER 19’ , sleeps 4, air, new batt & tires, very good, $4500. ADDRESSOGRAPH MA517-882-0149. CHINES, ELECTRIC or nonCDL-A DRIVERS BACKYARD SHEDS & MORE electric. 517-543-6771 NOW HIRING 989-834-2028 2004 WILDCAT 5TH Wheel Local company in the www.bcbarns.com 28’ Bunk House with one BREWER SALVAGE Webberville, MI area slide. Great cond. $15,500. Buying junk cars, batterincreasing operations. 2004 Chevy Silverado LT ies, converters, all non ferLooking for EXPERIENCED Crew Cab 4x4 also for sale. rous metals. 517-803-0288 CDL Drivers $18,250. 81,700 mi. Will sell for Local and OTR. as pkg or separately. BUYING COMIC BOOKS (888) 521-3513 Camper must sell 1st. 517Large or Small Collections www.sharptransit.com 803-7920. Call 231-798-3097

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LAWN & GARDEN

Trailers

517-599-2961

Stump Removel

CASH FOR ANTIQUE furn., SEAHAWK 29’, 2003 5th wheel. 2 slides, includes toys, slot machines, campground membership! clocks, jewelry, sterling $14,500. 517-372-6317 silver, old coins, artwork, etc. 517-202-2570. CASH FOR GUNS , Art, Antiques, Jewelry, musical instruments, Valuables. Call 517-204-2004/517-663-3931

TRAINCO TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL

Day-Eve-wkend Classes Job Placement Assistance Class B Training (1 day) (517) 887-1600 Train Local Save Hassle www.traincoinc.com

TRUCK DRIVERS WANTED! DEDICATED & REGIONAL. Home Weekends. Excellent Benefits. New Equipment. Heartland Express. 1 - 8 0 0 - 4 4 1 - 4 9 5 3 heart landexpress.com. MC

CASH PAID D iabet ic test strips. Area’s original, oldest buyer. Friendly & fair. 517-505-2726, 888-639-6179 CASH PAID Up to $20 per 100. Call 517-292-0991 diabeticteststripswanted.com

General Help Wanted

GRAND LEDGE H.S. YEARBOOKS, 1961 to 1963. Will pay $30/each. 269-9276919

Student/other

Part Time Work $14.25 base-appt.

WANTED GERMAN LUGER PISTOLS Call 734-449-2783.

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EASTLAWN MEMORIAL GARDENS, Okemos, MI. Garden of Apostles. (2) plots, will sell for $2500. Valued at $3700. 517-663-2130

CHARLOTTE LUXURY APARTMENTS Saddleback Ranch. 2 bdrm., 2 full baths. Move in specials. Pet friendly. For more information call: 517-272-1000 or visit: vandaproperties.com

HASLETT & OKEMOS $0 deposit Large 2 bdrms. from $495. Ph. 337-1133 phgrentals.com

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72 MI. FROM L A N S I N G Clean 2 bdrm., 2 bath manufactured home w/4 seasons room. Price reduced. $85,500. Ph. 517-230-0369 or ed’scarsales.biz @ inv.

4 RENTAL HOUSES F O R SALE - fully occupied, can sell each house on a L.C. or outright. Excellent income opportunity! Call 517-7194204 or 989-233-7063

Land For Sale DIMONDALE 2.1 A C R E S PRICE REDUCED. 9 mins. from Lansing & 7 mins. from GM Delta Plant. Private, trees, wild life. Conventional perk. Land Contract. 517-645-7476 or 517712-1372.

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Apartments For Rent ACCORD PROPERTIES Studios, 1 & 2 Bdrms. Lansing /E. Lansing Area. 517-337-7900 NOW AVAILABLE AT RIVERWIND APTS. 1 & 2 bdrm., includes water, sewer, trash & heat. Rent based on income for qualified applicants. Sec. dep req’d. Call 517-9743756 or you may pickup app at 300 Riverwind Dr., DeWitt. TDD# 800-649-3777 This instutition is an Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer. ∫

you sign a 12 mo. lease! Forest View Apts, Haslett * Cozy 1 bdrm apts $560 * PET WELCOME * Single level bldg w/ private entries * Washer/Dryer hook ups in utility room * Vaulted ceiling in living room * Storage access * Lovely wooded setting * Close to everything Expires April 15, 2011 Call today for info and tour! 517-803-2648 Conditions apply.

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223 N. Bridge St., #3. 1 bdrm., 1 bath. $450, util. included. 517-575-2668 517-622-6059 sundancefamilyhomecenter .com

ST.JOHNS-INCOME BASED 2 BDRM. TOWNHOMES. Beautiful Park setting. Close to schools & shopping. Laundry hookup. SUNTREE APARTMENTS 1100 Sunview Dr. 989-224-8919 EHO

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EATON RAPIDS Immediate occupancy 3 bdrm duplex, 2 bdrms up, 1 down, newer carpeting, freshly painted, includes stove, refrigerator & garage. $650 mo., ref. & deposit req’d., 6 mo. lease. 517-663-6650 lv msg.

2011 HOMES! We are currently pre-leasing brand new homes that will be arriving in April! • 3 Bed/2 Bath, • Over 1200 sq. ft. • All Appliances, WD • Central Air • Pet Friendly • Holt School District Payments starting as low as $799! NO APPLICATION FEES! Contact us today to reserve your new home! 1-888-235-6948 www.kensingtonmeadows.com EHO

Apartments Lansing 2 BDRM APT. Lansing area. Utilities included $650 mo. EFFICIENCY APT., Lansing area, utils. included, $400 mo. Call 517-719-5329. BEECHFIELD Efficiency thru 2 bedroom, $325-$560. Utilities included. Taylor Realty 517-272-1512. CARY APTS. S. LANSING. 1 & 2 bdrms., $470-$570 mo., heat, water, sewer & trash included. 517-202-3964. DELUXE APARTMENT RENT Starts at $550 util incl. Also person to help with lawn work at reduced rent 517-482-8196

FREE FORECLOSURE LIST DOWNTOWN LOFT INGS Over 400,000 proper1 bdrm. loft, 1000 sq.ft., ties nationwide. Low down wood floors, stainless apCOMPLETELY REFURBISH payment. Call now. 800pliances, laundry, secured ED MOBILE HOME RENT 880-2517 MM garage parking. $900/mo. TO OWN. Gorgeous lake 517-482-8771 or 517-719living Quiet enjoyable liv5600. www.wencoproperties.com ing on a pristine lake & sandy beach in Mecosta, DOWNTOWN LOFT MI. It will be a great home 1 bdrm. loft, wood floors, to live in & also a perfect stainless appliances, launvacation home. Only 1K dry, secured garage parkFSBO DEWITT down & less than $500 mo. ing. Starting at $850/mo. 3 bdrm., 1.5 bath, new winCall now for appt. 517-256517-482-8771 or 517-719dows, kitch., floors, bsmt., 7936 or 248-990-1388. 5600. www.wencoproperties.com sunroom, 2 car garage, all holidayterracemgmt@yahoo.com appliances incl., air cond., FREE HEAT & WATER. Auto fireplace, large lot, very Owners/Waverly. Quiet nice. $135,900. Call 517desirable neighborhood. 669-7034 Lg. clean 1 & 2 bdrm. No pets. From $550. 517-7124915, 202-3234, 323-1153 2 CEMETERY PLOTS Lansing Chapel Hill Gardens, 2 HOUSING complete pkgs. includes DISCRIMINATION? everything, over $11,000 Call The Fair Housing new, asking $5800/obo. Center at: 1-877-979-FAIR. DIMONDALE 517-643-2520 for more info. 6785 Lansdown Drive. LANSING Updated, riverfront 4 ADJOINING PLOTS in GarW Michigan. 1 bdrm., living ranch home. 4 bdrm., 3 den of Miracles, East Lawn rm., kitch., bath. $525 + bath. $242K. 517-749Memory Gardens, Okemos. electric. 0583/517-290-8098 Value $7100, sell for $2500. Call 517-482-8771 or Please call 517-663-5364. 517-719-5600 wencoproperties@att.net CHAPEL HILL MEMORIAL GARDENS- 2 plots in the OLD TOWN-(3)-1 bedroom LAND CONTRACT Restoration Gardens, Apts. $485-590. Small to ex~ OPEN SUN., 2-4p.m. ~ $1,000/each. 248-676-0674 tra large. (1)-2 Bedroom 10% down with sunroom, $675 All ap1247 WILDFLOWER pliances and U T I L I T I E S CHAPEL HILL MEMORIAL PAID. Quiet nice neighborMason schools. 1523 GARDENS, Lot 194D, hood. 517-202-6035. Sq. ft. new build. 3 BR, spaces 3 & 4, in Victory 2.5 bath, 2 car gar., Gardens. $2,200/both. Valhardwood & ceramic Planning an Auction? ued at, $2,720.734-250-3762 flrs, AC, realtors welcome. $144,900. See SourceAds.com DEEPDALE MEMORIAL 517-290-4829. Aurelius or Call LCN Toll Free GARDENS - Cremation plot S. of Holt left on for 2, in Love Sec. #3. Gateway 877.475.SELL $2,000. 517-887-8767.

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Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Meridian will hold a public hearing on Monday, May 9, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the Town Hall Room of the Meridian Municipal Building, 5151 Marsh Road, Okemos, Michigan 48864 (phone 517853-4560), to hear all persons interested in a proposed zoning amendment. Zoning Amendment #11040 was initiated by the Township Board to amend the Code of Ordinances by revising portions of Section 86436, the Conservancy District, of the Code of Ordinances. Changes include but are not limited to incorporating new flood insurance rate map and flood insurance study references, adding and updating the definitions, clarifying the activities that are allowed in the floodplain, and clarifying the special use permit application requirements and review standards. The full text of the zoning amendment may be examined at the Department of Community Planning and Development, 5151 Marsh Road, Okemos, Michigan 48864-1198, (517-853-4560) between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Comments may be made in writing addressed to the Planning Commission at the above address, or at the meeting. Mary M. G. Helmbrecht, CMC Township Clerk TC-916370

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CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF MERIDIAN NOTICE OF POSTING OF TOWNSHIP BOARD MINUTES On April 20, 2011 the following minutes of the proceedings of the Meridian Township Board were sent for posting in the following locations: Meridian Township Municipal Building, 5151 Marsh Road Meridian Township Service Center, 2100 Gaylord C. Smith Court Hope Borbas Okemos Branch Library, 4321 Okemos Road Haslett Branch Library, 5670 School Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road Snell Towar Recreation Center, 6146 Porter Ave. and the Township Web Site www.meridian.mi.us.

1. ZBA CASE NO. 11-05-11-1 B. WILLIAM CHOI, 6315 QUAIL ST., HASLETT, MI 48840 DESCRIPTION: 6409 E. Reynolds Road TAX PARCEL: 02-102-022 ZONING DISTRICT: RB (Single Family, High Density) The applicant is proposing to alter a non-conforming structure by raising the floor of an existing detached garage and adding height to the structure. The applicant is requesting a variance to alter a non-conforming structure. 2. ZBA CASE NO. 11-05-11-2 ALI DAMSAZ, 743 GRAND RIVER AVENUE, OKEMOS, MI 48864 DESCRIPTION: 743 Grand River Avenue TAX PARCEL: 25-126-001 and 25-126-002 ZONING DISTRICT: C-2 (Commercial) The applicant is proposing to construct a free-standing sign which does not meet the required ten (10) foot setback from the Van Atta Road street right-of-way; therefore the applicant is requesting a variance. 3. ZBA CASE NO. 11-05-11-3 DELTA DENTAL, 4100 OKEMOS ROAD, OKEMOS, MI 48864 DESCRIPTION: 4100 Okemos Road TAX PARCEL: 28-400-008; 28-400-009; 28-400-011; 28-400-012 ZONING DISTRICT: PO (Professional Office) The applicant is proposing to construct three (3) free-standing signs and one (1) free-standing sign is permitted; therefore the applicant is requesting a variance. Information regarding the request may be examined at the Department of Community Planning and Development, 5151 Marsh Road, Okemos, Michigan 48864-1198, between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Comments may be made in writing addressed to the Zoning Board of Appeals at 5151 Marsh Road, Okemos, MI 48864 or may be made at the hearing. MARY M.G. HELMBRECHT, CMC TOWNSHIP CLERK TC-916373

4/24/11

PUBLIC NOTICE BATH CHARTER TOWNSHIP NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Public Accuracy Test for the May 3, 2011 Election has been scheduled for Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at the Township Hall, 14480 Webster Road, Bath, Michigan. The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to demonstrate that the program and computer that will be used to tabulate the results of the election, counts the votes in the manner prescribed by law.

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5151 MARSH ROAD, OKEMOS, MI 48864-1198 (517) 853-4000 WEDNESDAY, MAY 11, 2011, 6:30 PM TOWN HALL ROOM

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517/519 W. SHIAWASSEE - 1712½ NEW York St. LansWALK to State Complex, ing Nice 2 bdrm. Washer Cooley, LCC. ALL NEW Dryer hookup in bsmt. paint,carpet,kitchen & New flooring in bathroom bath. Second floor W/D & kitchen. $550 + util. hookup. BIG 2 bdrm. 517-372-8129 $600/mo. plus utilities. 517-322-4027 ST. JOHNS EAST LANSING: 2.5 bdrm, Why Rent?? 1.5 bath, fireplace, air, E. LANSING-ATTRACTIVE, Lease to Own!!! bsmt, carport, $725. quiet 2 bdrm., newly paintOnly $526 Per Month* 351-9321 or 333-1250 ed, fireplace. Newer kitch/ includes Lot Rent EAST LANSING 3 bdrms., lg en appl. Energy eff. fur3 Bed/1 Bath - New Carpet WATER VIEW PLACE - execlot, ample parking, AC, nace, air, ceiling fans. & Appliances utive condos for rent. 2 & bsmt., washer-dryer, $900 Storage. No dogs. $695+ The Meadows of St. Johns 3 bedroom, 1500-2200 SF, 3 per mo. 517-351-5931. util.,ref.&dep.517-337-1007. (989)224-7707 levels w/ attached garage and lots of storage. Located on river in downtown CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF MERIDIAN DeWitt next to park and walking trails. Please call ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS PUBLIC HEARING Tim at 517-282-0500.

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3 bed/ 2 bath homes. Over 1200 Sq. Ft. *Payments start as low as $599. • All Appliances • Washer/Dryer • Central Air • Outside storage shed • Pet Friendly • Holt Schools All Credit Considered! NO APPLICATION FEES Reduced sec. deposit Contact us today! Inventory Limited! 1-888-258-2412 kensingtonmeadows.com Offer Expires 4-30-11 EHO, *WAC

HASLETT- 6127 GREEN RD. Pond view/ country setting. Many updates. 2 bdrm., 1 bath, appliances, fireplace, garage, some utilities, pets possible. Tina 517-339-3038.

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CANADA—FISHING CAN’T SELL YOUR house? MASON HOUSE 3 p l u s FISH CABINS for Rent in Canabdrms., 2 full baths, diConsider a long term lease da. Walleyes, Jumbo nette, 2 living rooms, to a retired couple. ReloPerch, Northern Pike. porch, 5 acres. $1,100 incating to E. Lansing, Boats are supplied. Call cludes heat & yard mainteHaslett or Bath area. 3 Hugh at 1-800-426-2550 for nance. 218-327-2037 leave bdrm., 1.5 bath minimum. free brochure. Or visit our message. After Apr. 15 call Please call: 231-846-1051. website at 218-244-5233. STATE OF MICHIGAN www.bestfishing.com PROBATE COURT MM OKEMOS GOOD LOCATION COUNTY OF INGHAM in Good Subdivision 4 bdrms, 2.5 bath, +- 3000 sq NOTICE TO CREDITORS ft., excellent executive Decedent’s Estate LOCATION LOCATION home. Appliances, big LOCATION yard, Lease/Buy Now. or FILE NO. Saginaw Hwy. later. $1950/mo. Available 11-00412-DE in Grand Ledge. Now. 517-381-9808 GRAND LEDGE: 1 bdrm. 550 sq. ft. Great parking, Estate of ANNABEL S. $420 + sec. dep. Ingreat access. $480 mo. in- LARZELERE. Date of birth: cludes all utils. 2 bdrm., cludes utilities. Call 517- January 22, 1914. $420 + utils. & sec. dep. REGENT, 139 712-5678 Bruce. TO ALL CREDITORS:* Pets on approval. 5172 bdrm., 1.5 bath, lg. NOTICE TO CREDITORS: 256-4817, 517-896-3285 fenced yard, air, laundry The decedent, ANNABEL S. in bsmt., garage. $775+ LARZELERE who lived at util. Avail. May 1. When you need 2700 Burcham Drive, East 719-5600 or 482-8771 Lansing, Michigan died July repairs around the 26, 2010. Creditors of the decedent home - and you need are notified that all claims HOUGHTON LAKE- 2 bdrm them fast - check the against the estate will be forever barred unless precottages, clean & comservice directory sented to John H. Larzelere, fortable, use of rowboat. personal representa$375 wk. Call 517-468-3672. in LCN Classiﬁeds named BIRCH LAKE ELK Rapids. tive or proposed personal Seasonal 3 bdrm. cottage See SourceAds.com representative, or to both w/July & August availabilithe probate court at 313 W or Call LCN ty. Internet, cable, firepit, LAKE MITCHELL Cadillac, Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI lakefront home, sleeps 10, grill included. Great swimand the Monday-Friday, 8-5 48933 100’ frontage, sandy botming, all sports lake. named/proposed personal tom, 12’ fishing boat, $700/wk. Call Steve: 5171.877.475.SELL representative within 4 $1200/wk. 517-712-9528 256-5657

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representative Stribley, months after the date of named personal representapublication of this notice. tive or proposed personal representative, or to both April 15, 2011 the probate court at 313 W. Kalamazoo Street, Lansing WILLINGHAM & COTE, P.C. and the named/proposed Lee B. Reimann P51895 personal representative 333 Albert Street, Ste 500 within 4 months after the East Lansing, MI 48823 date of publication of this 517-351-6200 notice. John H. Larzelere 1944 Winchester Drive East Lansing, MI 48823 (517) 803-8978

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate

Ricardo J. Stribley 5976 Buttonwood Haslett, MI 48840 (517) 881-1179 TC-916343 4/24/11

FILE NO. 11-599-DE Estate of Richard L. Stribley. Date of birth; 09/25/1915. TO ALL CREDITORS:* NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Richard L. Stribley, who lived at 5976 Buttonwood, Haslett, Michigan died 02/18/2011. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Ricardo J. Stribley,

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Mini Vans HANDICAP VANS USED, BOUGHT & SOLD Mini & full size 5751 S. Cedar - Call Dale 517-882-7299

Oldsmobile OLDS NINETY EIGHT 1993 $1250/OBO Touring Sedan, 3800 Supercharged motor, loaded, w/lthr, new parts, exc transp. 517-505-1833 It’s not too late to ﬁnd a buyer for your camping gear. See SourceAds.com or Call LCN Toll Free 877.475.SELL

CHEVY TAHOE 2003 $10,750 All available options, leather, sunroof, new tires Excellent condition 517-420-8792 CHEVROLET TAHOE LT 2005 $12,500 2wd, 15mph, 8 cyl, Lthr, DVD, 129000mi., White 517-719-8762 FORD EXPEDITION EDDIE BAUER 2008 $36,000/BO 8 cyl, Nav System, Lthr 41534mi., White 517-899-9933 FORD EXPEDITION EDDIE BAUER 2004 $13,900 5.4 V8, Nav System, Lthr 83972mi,DVD, moonroof 517-243-4519 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER 2002 $6,875/OBO AWD V8, auto, 3rd seat Lthr, 101K, Grey Leather 517-214-2822 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LT 2005 $10,000 6 cyl, AWD, moon roof, Lthr, 73700mi., Black 517-627-7397 HONDA CR-V EX-L 2007 $20,900 4 cyl, Nav, Lthr, all option, 27800mi., Silver 517-974-5417

Subaru LEGACY 2.5 I-PREM, 2011 $18,900 22,000 mi. Blue, AWD. 30MPG highway. Excellent cond. 517-242-6978

Toyota PRIUS 2007 $17,900 LOADED! JBL Lthr NAV HID 47kMi go> ewantit.com 734-506-8611 TACOMA EXT. CAB, 2002 $7200 186K mi. 4x4, TRD-SR5 pkg. 1 owner, new tires. Good condition. 517-896-3117

SIERRA XFE 2009 $24,500/OBO Ext. cab, 66K mi., 6 sp auto, Blue metallic 517-231-4590

Vans HANDICAP VANS USED, BOUGHT & SOLD Mini & full size 5751 S. Cedar - Call Dale 517-882-7299 CHEVY 3/4 TON CARGO VAN 2002 $4500 Excellent shape, new tires, battery, brakes. 517-394-5886

Automobiles Wanted CAR DON’T WORK Or is crashed! Tired of spending money? Will pay you Cash Today & tow away free! Call 517-505-2098 AUTOS & TRUCKS WANTED We will pay top dollar for any unwanted vehicle. Free fast pickup. 517-487-8600.

Junk Cars Wanted CAR DON’T WORK Or is crashed! Tired of spending money? Will pay you cash Today & tow away free! Call 517-505-2098 CARS & TRUCKS WANTED Paying cash. 7 days a week.

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BENJAMIN & SON A1 TOWING WANTED Junk cars, vans & trucks. Top $ paid . 517-372-9737 WE BUY JUNK CARS Pickup 7 days a week

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Wycoff Wellness Center

Why choose Lansing Ophthalmology?

Weightloss HCG Seminar HCG is a safe and effective long-term weight loss program. The Wycoff Wellness Center is mid-Michigan’s leader in this exciting weight loss option. We have treated hundreds of patients successfully! The seminar is free of charge and open to the public. Please conﬁrm your attendance by contacting the ofﬁce at 517-333-7270.

Wednesday, April 27th

6:00 – 8:00 PM 1226 Michigan Ave. East Lansing

Our doctors and staff make the difference! We’ve brought together 23 of the area’s most well-respected doctors, assisted by highly trained technicians, certified opticians and our patient-focused staff. And we’re all working together with one goal: to provide the best in total eye care for every member of your family. To learn more, call 800-292-1668 or visit www.loeye.com.

A New Direction In Healthcare

John O. Wycoff D.O.

Charlotte • Grand Ledge • Fowlerville • Howell • Lake Odessa • Lansing • East Lansing • Williamston

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1226 Michigan Avenue, East Lansing, MI wycoffwellness.com | 517.333.7270

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