The Edwardsburg Argus - July 3, 2014

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Holmes gets two years for home invasion offense

By TED YOAKAM ted.yoakam@leaderpub.com

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CSI: Area teens learn about criminal justice system

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ednesday morning, at approximately 9 a.m., a group of Cass County middle school students discovered the grisly remains of an apparent murder victim laying on the floor of the library at Southwestern Michigan College.

Rather than panicking and calling the police, the children calmly put on latex gloves and began

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meticulously detailing the crime scene, photographing evidence, dusting for fingerprints and interviewing potential eyewitnesses.

While it have appeared that they were reenacting a scene from a television police procedural, the kids were actually participating in this year’s CSI Junior Academy, sponsored by SMC’s Educational Talent Search program.

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TOP: A team of Cass County middle school students dust for fingerprints from the collection of evidence they gathered from a mock crime scene. ABOVE: Dowagiac eighth-grade student Taylor Pye measures up the “victim” found inside the library.

County master plan nears completion

By TED YOAKUM ted.yoakum@leaderpub.com

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the villages of Marcellus and Edwardsburg.

“We’re the first one in the state to get one completed at this level of magnitude,” said Roseann Marchetti, secretary with the planning commission.

The genesis of the project oc-

A former Edwardsburg police officer is officially facing the consequences of failing to uphold the tenets of “serve and protect.”

Cass County Circuit Judge Michael Dodge sentenced Jesse Vincent Holmes, 24, of Dowagiac, to two years of probation on Friday for first-degree home invasion. He pleaded no contest to the charge when he appeared in the court previously on May 19.

According to the court, the charge stems from an incident that occurred on Dec. 24.

Holmes, who had been working for the department for around six months, responded to a medical call from a residence on South Shore Drive. Holmes assisted EMT personnel who were present at the scene, helping them escort one of the residents to the hospital.

Around 20 minutes later, after the scene had been cleared, Holmes returned to the residence, turned the lights off of his squad car and entered the home through a sliding glass door. Once inside, he removed a container of hydrocodone pills from the home.

“You later thought better of your actions, and you flushed those drugs, by your admission, down the toilet,” Dodge said. “The only thing that was ever found was the prescription bottle in dumpster behind the police department, where you

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The Cass County Planning Commission is expected to approve the final draft the document during its next meeting on July 23. The plan, which was last updated in 2002, includes decade-long land usage projections for six county municipalities: Wayne, Silver Creek, Pokagon and Volinia Townships, as well as

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ontwa township-edwardsburg police department call log Here are the calls the Ontwa Township-Edwardsburg Police Department responded to from June 22-30:

June 22

8:55 p.m. — US-12 and Lane, OUIL or OUID

June 23

2:42 p.m. — US-12 and Red Pine, violation of controlled substance 3:23 p.m. — Lane and North Shore,

violation of controlled substance

June 26

4 p.m. — Ridgewood, Obstructing justice

June 24

1 p.m. — Kenneth Avenue, larceny

June 29

June 27

5:48 a.m. — Dollar General, burglary/ damage to property Unknown — Lake View Drive, larceny/damage to property

June 25

9:50 a.m. — American Legion, fraud

vasion of property 6:27 p.m. — Sheridan Drive, violation of controlled substance

June 28

1:01 p.m. — Edwardsburg Estates, in-

1:20 p.m. — Colonial Acres, juvenile runaway

June 30

7:12 a.m. — Brady Road, fraud 10:10 a.m. — Dailey Road, damage to property

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its 45th class reunion on July 19 at the Elk’s Club in Dowagiac. Social hour starts at 6 p.m. with dinner at 7. Dinner tickets are $35 each or $60 per couple.

There will be a cash bar. Dinner tickets must be purchased in advance. Alumni wishing to attend may contact Jerry Bement at 782-9296 or Martha Bogue at 445-8689.

wednesday, july 9

Niles-Buchanan Relay for Life July 19-20 The Niles-Buchanan Relay for Life will take place July 19-20 at Niles High School beginning at 10 a.m. July 19.

Lowe Center 1 to 3 p.m.

Learn what is new in the area of diabetes care.

Hear from guest speakers and share success stories with the group. First Friday of every month, 1 to 3 p.m. at the Lowe Center Cass County COA. Cassopolis Schools Foundation meeting Noon Cassopolis Public Schools Foundation will hold its annual meeting at noon, July 9 at the Greater Niles Credit Community Federal Credit Union.

Friday, july 11

Underground Railroad Days opening night Sam Adams Middle School, Cassopolis - 7 p.m.

Dr. Von and Fran Washington perform their play “A River to Cross” about the Underground Railroad; Michigan History Day State champions perform “The Kentucky Raid in Ten Minutes”; Free (donations appreciated)

Saturday and Sunday, july 12-13

Underground Railroad Days Vandalia Guided UGRR Tours, presentations and displays, Civil War encampment, soul food dinner, Bonine open house. A complete schedule is available at www.urscc.org.

saturday, july 19

Cassopolis Class of 1969 reunion 6 p.m.

Cassopolis High School Class of 1969 is having

thursday, july 24

Southwest Michigan Landlords Association 6:30 to 8 p.m.

The Southwest Michigan Landlords Association meets the last Thursday of each month. Meetings are from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Law Enforcement Complex at 1600 Silverbrook in Niles. Meetings are open to everyone.

friday, july 25

Four Flags Craft Brew and Wine Fest 3 to 9 p.m.

The First Annual Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce Craft Brew and Wine Fest will be held at the FOP, 531 N. State in Niles. The event will be presented by Southwestern Michigan College, Flagship Sponsor (all sponsors listed below), and held from 3 to 9 p.m. in downtown Niles, with hundreds of craft brews and wines available. There will also be food vendors, live music and opportunities to meet the breweries’ representatives and learn about craft beer and wine.

saturday, july 26

Steve’s Run 8:30 a.m.

Registration is now open for Steve’s Run. Online registration fees: $20 (5K Run and 5K Walk) $25 (10K). This fee does not include online processing fee. Online registration closes at midnight on Thursday, July 24, 2014.

There will be no mail in registration option this year. Go to www.stevesrun.swmich.edu to register and get more race information.

Saturday, Aug. 16

Ross Beatty Classes of 1983-84 Reunion 7 to 10 p.m.

The Ross Beatty classes of 1983 and 1984 will be holding their 30 year reunion dinner and dance Saturday, Aug. 16 at Riverside Terrace in Mishawaka. The reunion will run from 7 to 10 p.m. Cost is $50 per adult. Checks should be sent to 30th class reunion, c/o Grant Accounting Services, CPA, LLC, 2745 N. MLK Drive, St. Suite 205, Milwaukee, WI 53212. Riverside Terrace is located at 426 Lincoln Way East, Mishawaka. For more information call (404) 909-7489 or by email at RBHS30Reunion@ yahoo.com Send calendar items to Scott Novak, community editor, at scott.novak@leaderpub.com, or drop them off at the office, 217 N. Fourth St., Niles.

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He loves being around people and all the attention he can get. He enjoys the outdoors where he can play and run or just being snuggled on your lap. If you are looking for a lovable and faithful companion, Otis could be your guy.

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Continued from page 1 istered for the weeklong course, learning about criminal justice system from local law enforcement officials.

The program was started around 12 years ago by then Dowagiac Police Chief Tom Atkinson, whose department organized the event for several years.

ETS took over the program three years later and has sponsored it ever since, said Director Amy Anderson.

“The police department saw that enrollment numbers were decreasing ev-

PLAN

Continued from page 1 curred in 2010, when the county planning commission reached out to 21 municipalities in the county, requesting aid in creating a collaborative update to the county master plan, said Barbara Cook, chair of the planning commission.

“We knew we wouldn’t

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Continued from page 1 said you had tossed it.”

Holmes was dismissed from Edwardsburg police following his arrest.

In his arguments to the judge, Cass County Prosecutor Victor Fitz argued that Holmes should receive prison time for his actions.

“For a healthy society to exist, it’s critical that the public have trust in their law enforcement officers,” Fitz said. “This defendant betrayed that trust by his criminal activity on this occasion, and he continued to betray that trust by his rationalization of his criminal behavior. There is no excuse for his actions on the day in question. It was shameful conduct for any citizen, let alone a police officer.”

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ery year, so they asked us if we could take it over,” she said. “We already had a built-in roster of kids, so it was smooth transition for us to make.”

The program is designed to give children their first real taste of the inner workings of a typical police case, from initial crime scene investigation to the criminal trial process. The students work with simulated cases throughout the week, culminating in a mock trial held on Friday.

“It’s like a shortened version of the actual criminal justice system,” Anderson said.

One of the unique things the program does is that is destroys the preconceived notion that the participants have about police investi-

gations, with actual procedures glossed over in the media, Anderson said.

“They will never watch an episode of CSI or NCIS the same way again,” she said. “We watched an episode of CSI during lunch the other day, and the kids started to pick out all the things that were wrong.”

On Wednesday, the students began the investigation process of the major case presented to them this week: the murder of a member of the fictional “Blue Man Crew.” Splitting into three teams, the teens collected evidence from a number of staged crime scenes before gathering information from mock interviews with a medical examiner and crime lab technician, played by

Anderson and MaKenzie Kreiner with the Cass County Sheriff’s Office.

“It’s always interesting,” Kreiner said. “You never get the same group of kids every year.”

After identifying and arresting a suspect for the crime, the kids were again divided into two, with one side acting as the prosecution team and the other the defense council. The two teams will face off against each other on Friday in the mock trial, where a guest jury will decide the fate of the suspect.

On Thursday, the group will take a trip down to the South Bend Crime Lab and the Niles Michigan State Police post to see working law enforcement officials in action.

get everybody on board,” Cook said. “Ontwa Township had just updated their plan, and Milton had just started theirs. But we really and truly tried to work with as many as municipalities as possible.”

By working with county, the other communities would be able to share resources instead of using different contractors or inhouse staff.

“The idea is that the coun-

ty would pick up a bulk of the costs for completing it, and each municipality would pay a smaller portion,” Marchetti said.

The county contributed $18,000 to the project, with the municipalities paying an additional $3,000 each, Cook said.

By working together, the townships and villages saved an estimated $90,000, Marchetti said. Normally, costs for contractors, studies

and other work involved in the creation of a master plan runs between $15,000 and $25,000 per municipality.

“If we [the county] can stretch our dollar to help others, that’s good politics all around,” Cook said.

The approved draft will posted on the county’s website, http://www.casscountymi.org, and will be distributed to the participating township and village governments.

Prior to the incident, Holmes had not had committed any prior offenses, said his attorney, Thomas Schaeffer.

“He is distraught in himself for what he has done,” Schaeffer said. “He realizes that he has committed a felony, and he has to live with that. Trying to get a job in the area where he trained in is going to be difficult.”

While expressing remorse for the theft in his remarks to the judge, Holmes did not offer a reason for why he returned to the scene and took the pills from the home.

“Your criminals actions remains a mystery to the court,” Dodge said. “I don’t know that, if your own mind, you have a satisfactory explanation as to why you entered the home to do that.”

As part of his probation, Holmes was given 300 hours of community ser-

vice. His required 365-day jail sentence was suspended by the court, pending successful completion of his probation.

Also sentenced Friday: • Hugh Lane Jr., 50, of Cassopolis, to 60 days in jail for failure to register as a sex offender.

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Significant medical improvements came during the ‘50s T he 1950s produced many significant medical improvements.

With the end of World War II many of the medical advances discovered for injured service men were available for the general population.

Such was the case with one of the world’s first wonder drugs, penicillin.

Penicillin is an antibiotic used to fight infection. However, a superbug organism soon developed a resistance to penicillin.

Another antibiotic produced was Streptomycin, which was discovered to combat Tuberculosis.

Rows of iron lungs filled hospital wards at the height of the polio outbreaks of the 1940s and 1950s, assisting the breathing of children and adults (mostly children) with bulbar polio and bulbospinal polio. Polio vaccination programs have virtually eradicated new

cases of poliomyelitis in the United States. Jonas Salk is credited with the development of the Salk vaccine still given today.

Because of this, the development of modern ventilators and widespread use of tracheal intubation and tracheotomy, the iron lung has mostly disappeared along with polio.

It was also discovered that three vaccines for diphJo-Ann Boepple Reflections of the Past theria, whooping cough and tetanus could be combined into one vaccine given to children.

With a concern and concentration on the heart many inroads in the discovery

of help for the heart were developed.

The first heart lung machine was used, electric shock was used to revive a patient who suffered cardiac arrest, and an artificial heart valve was inserted in a human heart. Holes in the heart were surgically repaired and the first pacemaker was invented.

The first kidney dialysis machine was used to filter blood and the first kidney transplant was performed.

A birth control pill was tested and used by women for the first time.

Other discoveries in the ‘50s were the structure of DNA, antifugal nystatins, and the EEG. The first artificial heart transplant was placed in a dog who survived for 90 minutes. This was the first step to the human heart transplant.

The first successful open heart procedure on a human utilizing the heart lung

machine was performed by John Gibbon on May 6, 1953 at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia.

He repaired an atria septal defect.

The machine circulates and oxygenates blood for the body while bypassing the heart and lungs. It uses the heart-lung machine to maintain perfusion to other body organs and tissues while the surgeon works in a bloodless surgical field.

Some of the most important discoveries were accomplished during this era which led to the modern technologies we are accustomed to today. We can thank the scientists, doctors and medical personnel of the 1950s and those who had a vision and passion to make life better.

Jo-Ann Boepple works at the Edwardsburg Area History Museum.

Tips to avoid danger with thunderstorms W ith the severe weather we have encountered recently, have you been thinking of your preparedness? June’s theme for the Do 1 Thing program has been completed, but that doesn’t mean we can’t continue working on what we need to do to stay ready.

With a week to go for this month, we are listed as the third wettest June on record, per a recent news report I just heard. FEMA would like to remind everyone, “when thunder roars, go indoors.”

Summertime is meant for enjoying outdoor activities, but if you hear thunder, lightning is close enough to put you in danger. In recognition of Lightning Safety Awareness Week, the National Weather Service and the Federal Emergency Management Agency want you to learn ways you can enjoy the warm temperatures and still protect yourself

and your family when the storm clouds roll in.

“No place is safe outside when a thunderstorm occurs, “Chris A. Kelenske, Deputy State Director and commander of the Michigan State Police’s Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division, said.

“People often wait far too long to get to a safe place when a storm approaches.

Rob Herbstreith The best way to be Michigan State Trooper safe from lightning is to avoid the threat and immediately find an indoor shelter.”

Every year, 53 people are killed and hundreds are injured each year due to being struck by lightning and summer is peak season for lightning strikes. So far this year, there have been seven fatal

lightning strikes.

Officials are offering helpful tips to prevent lightning strikes this summer: • Plan evacuation and safety measures. At first sign of lightning and thunder, activate your emergency plan.

Lightning often precedes rain, so do not wait for rain to begin before suspending activities. Although no place is absolutely safe from lightning, some places are safer than others.

• The safest location during lightning activity is a large, enclosed building. The second safest location is an enclosed metal topped vehicle-but not a convertible, bike, motorcycle, or other topless or soft-top vehicle.

• Protect yourself indoors by avoiding water, doors, windows and using corded devices. Lightning could strike exterior wires, potentially causing shock or injury. Any item plugged into an electrical outlet may be a hazard.

• Do not resume outdoor activities until 30 minutes after the last observed lightning strike or thunder clap.

• Never shelter under an isolated tree, tower, or utility pole. Lightning tends to strike taller objects in an area.

• Immediately get off elevated areas such as hills, mountain ridges or peaks, and move to the lowest area you can get to quickly.

• Never lie flat on the ground: to minimize your chance of being struck, you have to minimize your height AND your body’s contact with the earth’s surface.

For more information about emergency preparedness, go to the Michigan State Police website or follow them on Twitter @MichEMHS. Rob Herbstreith is a Michigan State Police trooper. Questions or comments can be emailed to TrooperRob53@ yahoo.com.

Thunderstorms knock power out for thousands in Cass County STAFF REPORT A pair of severe thunderstorms left a path of wide-spread damage path Monday night

into Tuesday morning.

In the Indiana and Michigan Power (I&M) service area there were wind gusts of 60 to 70- mph.

The storm knocked down trees, branches utility poles and power lines.

It is estimated that 74,000 I&M custom-

ers, including 36,000 in Michigan were without power at one point.

As of 3 p.m. Tuesday afternoon, there were

still 5,926 customers without power in Cass County.

In Berrien County, more than 20,800 customers remained with-

out power as of Tuesday afternoon.

That includes 7,000 in Buchanan and 17,000 in Benton Harbor.

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letter to the editor

This president should be held to the same standard

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n 2005, President George W. Bush was criticized for not taking a personal interest in the crises that erupted with hurricane Katrina. People wanted their president to tour the site and see firsthand the suffering of the people displaced by the storm.

There’s a parallel today with the onslaught of illegal immigrants coming across the border in Texas and Arizona.

The displaced people, primarily children, are now being housed in warehouses. Is there a difference between the rooftops in Louisiana where people huddled for safety and the warehouse floors where children are laying on aluminum covered mats?

They are both helpless and suffering. And yet, there isn’t an outcry for the president to tour the site and see firsthand the suffering of people displaced and now, homeless.

Why are we not holding this president to the same standard?

Thank you.

Flena Rubalcaba Cassopolis

John Bippus best choice to replace Lori in 59th District

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n Aug. 5, we will be voting to fill the 59th District House of Representatives position. Matt Lori will be stepping down due to term limitations.

Thank you Matt for all your efforts and dedication to the citizens of Cass and St. Joe counties.

Now we have a choice of who will replace Matt. John Bippus brings excellent experience and work ethic to this position. John has been elected to many positions: Three Rivers City commission, Glen Oaks Board of Trustees, St. Joe County Commission to name a few. He has been appointed to many boards: Road Commission (currently Chairperson), St. Joe, Branch, Hillsdale Health Agency, Michigan Guardianship Association (currently chairperson) plus many other public and job related boards.

He has proven that public service is an important part of his life.

John has been actively involved in public service while owning his own business. His family has been successful business owners and John is following in their footsteps.

John’s profession as ab auctioneer and in real estate, has allowed him to work with a variety people. His auctioneering experience has provided him with first hand knowledge and needs of our rural counties of Cass and St. Joseph.

We have four candidates to choose from on Aug. 5.

John’s background, experience and hardworking attitude make him the best person for the 59th District House of Representatives.

Please vote on Aug. 5 and cast your vote for John Bippus.

Taylor C. Snow Three Rivers

Independence Day might be the Rodney Dangerfield of holidays

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he holiday may not get the same level of attention as some of its closest relatives (you know, the ones symbolized by stuffed turkeys or chocolate bunny rabbits), but Independence Day deserves a spot as second most important of celebrations — behind only Christmas.

In fact, the Fourth of July is like the famous comedian Rodney Dangerfield when it comes to holidays. No respect.

This weekend millions of Americans will get together for parades, cookouts, fireworks displays and more. All these are important — and I am looking forward to quite a few of them myself this year — but we must not forget why any of those things are even possible.

A brave group of men, many of whom were called radicals and traitors at the time, came together to say enough is enough. A loose collection of 13 states took the first steps toward growing into America on July 4, 1776.

Of course there are lots of technicalities that cynics like to point out:

Congress actually voted on July 2.

The famous document never actually referred to itself as the Declaration of Independence.

And it wasn’t signed until Aug. 2.

Regardless, history has determined that July 4 — the day this historic document was Michael Caldwell ratified — is Publisher, Leader Publications when we recognize our Independence Day. As citizens that now enjoy the freedoms that would not be possible without this effort, we should make sure not to take all the good things about our country for granted.

The talking heads and 24-hour news channels only magnify the negative aspects of our society, often drowning out many of the positive ones. Politicians on both sides of the aisle — from the highest of office to the local

trustees or representatives — would be well served to reflect on what this day means and acknowledge that the 56 members of the Continental Congress who signed the Declaration of Independence had different viewpoints and ideological philosophies yet came together for a common goal of creating a better country, a place people could call home without the fear of tyranny and oppression.

Overall, that mission was accomplished. But understanding our past is important to building a better future.

That starts with recognition and appreciation for the history behind the holiday.

The Fourth of July can then continue with hot dogs, floats and colorful explosions. Here is hoping that everyone has a safe and enjoyable holiday, one that mixes in a little history, too.

Michael Caldwell is the publisher of Leader Publications LLC. He can be reached at (269) 687-7700 or by email at mike.caldwell@leaderpub. com.

letter to the editor

Writing a letter to the editor It would be a mistake to remove fluoridation from water supply I

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saw the letter to the editor in the Cassopolis Vigilant regarding public fluoridation in Cassopolis.

On important issues good friends can have different opinions. I personally feel it would be wrong to remove fluoride from the Village of Cassopolis water supply.

Throughout more than 65 years of research and practical experience the scientific evidence has consistently

indicated that fluoridation of community water supply is safe.

We all want what is best for our children, not only to be happy but to be healthy.

Ginger Luxenberger Cassopolis

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Volunteer of the Week Jodi Curran

Niles Burn Run

Jodi Curran, of Niles, is on the board for the Niles Burn Run, a non-profit organization whose annual motorcycle ride raises money for the Great Lakes Burn Camp, a place where young burn victims can go to heal and feel normal again. This year’s ride takes place on July 13 starting in downtown Niles, although festivities run July 11-13 in Niles. For more information go to the website nilesburnrun.com.

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Golf for Life Annual event benefits American Cancer Society SUBMITTED BUCHANAN — Golfers will go around the clock in the battle against cancer when the third annual Golf For Life at Orchard Hills Country Club gets underway at the first tee at 5 p.m. Friday, July 11.

With a minimum $35 donation, participants can play 18 holes with a cart.

Relay For Life events are held overnight as individuals and teams camp out at an athletic track, park or other gathering area, with the goal of keeping at least one team member on the track or pathway at all times throughout the evening.

Teams do most of their fundraising prior to the event, but some teams also hold creative fundraisers at their campsites during Relay.

Relay brings together friends, families, businesses, hospitals, schools, faith-based groups… people from all walks of life — all aimed at furthering the American Cancer Society’s efforts to save lives by helping people stay well, by helping them get well, by finding cures and by fighting back.

Orchard Hills Country Club has modeled the Golf For Life after the Relay for Life event.

General Manager Bill Loux is a cancer survivor and is passionate

about golf. He wanted to incorporate his dedication to both.

When Loux was given his diagnosis, the road for him was all uphill. He and his family took that as a challenge and today he can say is cancer free. Loux knows that without the support of people in the community, donating time and money, he would not be where he is today.

All donations made at Golf For Life are given to the NilesBuchanan Relay For Life. Funds raised enable the American Cancer Society to impact the lives of those touched by cancer within the community.

Golf For Life’s Luminaria Ceremony takes place after sundown, honoring the community’s cancer survivors and remembering those lost to the disease. There is also a glow ball event (not 18 holes) that enables organizers to use the luminaria. Participants will have the greens surrounded with glowing luminaria that bear the name of someone who has battled cancer.

Luminaria may be purchased for $5 by calling (269) 695-5991 or by visiting our clubhouse. People can also help the event by sponsoring a cart for $25 and a hole or tee for $50. The club is offering non-members the opportunity “buy a chance” to win a membership.

: What do you do for the Niles Burn Run? I am on the board and I am the promotions person for the Burn Run. We help out with everything, but my main focus is on promotion. It is my fourth year with the Burn Run. As a board we try to make sure that everybody is connected and if someone needs help we are all there to throw a hand in. We have meetings once a month until we get close to the event, then we do about two a month. We really just work together to make sure we have the best event we can to raise the most money we can for the camp.

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: How did you get involved with the Burn Run? My husband and I went on the ride one year and then went up to the camp. After that I wanted to get involved so I went to my first meeting after that year.

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It is difficult to explain unless you go up and see it for yourself. The kids are in the fire trucks pulling the alarms and there are people on their bikes revving their engines. It is a game back and forth. The kids’ faces are so excited when they get to ride in those fire trucks in a parade on the way to the camp for that week.

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: What volunteer work is needed this year?

We have a volunteer coordinator this year and her name is Stephanie. We are relying on her to pull together the volunteers. Anybody can come downtown during the event and visit our booth to see what we might need help with. The best way to start is to give your name and then that way the next year you can come and help with anything you want. They can also go to our website nilesburnrun.com and leave a message that they want to volunteer.

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: Are you in need of donations?

If people would like to donate pop or water we would appreciate that because we give those free to the riders. They can email and say they want to drop it off or they can drop it off at our building (Roberts Service Co., 145 S. 3rd St., Niles).

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It gives the kids the chance to be themselves again without anyone looking at them differently.

They don’t worry about the scars. They can just go to camp and have fun and be a kid again.

Do you know a volunteer worthy of recognition?

Nominate him or her by calling Craig Haupert, community editor, at (269) 687-7720, or emailing him at craig.haupert@leaderpub.com.

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obituaries Ruth M. Ampey

Dec. 1, 1932 — June 27, 2014 Ruth Marie Ampey, 81, of Clovis, New Mexico, formerly of Cassopolis, left this world on Friday, June 27, 2014.

Ruth was born Dec. 1, 1932, in Chicago, Illinois to George Wilks Sayers and Bertha Marie Mears. She overcame extreme poverty and a challenging childhood to become the kind, generous and loving that person that all knew her to be. Ruth went on in life to marry Clarence John Ampey on Dec. 17, 1957.

Ruth gave life and love to her seven children, Diana Rettig of Clovis, New Mexico, Bonnie (Chris)

Reed of Middleburg, Florida, Ronald (Rosie) Ampey of Cassopolis, Karen (Gary) Van Kuren of Clovis, New Mexico, Martha (Roger) Kemp of Decatur, Michigan, Dolores “Dee” (Jon) Hammons of Clovis, New Mexico, Sharon (Michael) Ampey-Phillips of Clovis, New Mexico; who in turn gave her 14 grandchildren and 12 and twothirds great-grandchildren; all of whom live on to tell

Lonnie Harold Sparks Dec. 14, 1930- June 26, 2014

On June 26, 2014, Pastor Lonnie Harold Sparks, 83, took the last leg of a journey that has taken him around the world.

He passed at his home in Edwardsburg.

No one could have foreseen this second child of Lewis and Linnie Sparks, who are now deceased, as well as an older brother, Lewis Sparks Jr., would travel the world working to break the spiritual and financial poverty of those living in the jungles of West Africa (Cote d’Ivorie); in the cities of Europe (Alcala de Henares and Santurce Spain); and in the U.S., (primarily in Elkhart and briefly in Oklahoma and South Carolina) before making his home in Edwardsburg.

He was born on Dec. 14, 1930, in the Depression Era in Davis, Oklahoma.

His 56 years of ministry was precede by a time of rebellion against God, when Lonnie, wanting to escape his own family’s poverty, went to school to assure himself a financially secure future. Ironically, Lonnie, who was studying to be an automobile engineer, was brought back to obedience to Christ by an automobile accident that nearly took his life. Lonnie then and there surrendered himself to God’s will, embracing the cross and whatever sacrifice, financial and otherwise situation, that might cost him.

In the summer of 1954, after having secured a B.A. from Free Will Baptist College (now Welch College) in Nashville, Tennessee and in Winona Lake, In-

the stories of her life. She also has a very dearly loved brother, Norman Howard, Jr. and sister-in-law, Anne of Richmond, Minnesota.

She also leaves many nieces and nephews that have all known her love.

Ruth was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 54 years, Clarence John Ampey; her parents; her sister, Virginia Holiday; and her niece Melody Mae Wiedo.

Ruth enjoyed her family most of all. She also found great joy in spending time with her friends and attending Friendship Senior Center of Clovis, New Mexico.

She will be remembered most for her ability to accept whatever came her way and was always thank-

diana for a summer scholarship course, Lonnie surrendered to a call to the mission field after hearing a message

by Oswald J. Smith in the Billy Sunday Tabernacle. That decision sealed the deal for Anita J. Kaminsky, who made the decision to break up with Lonnie and not accept his proposal of marriage, since he had never mentioned the mission field, and she knew in her heart of hearts that she had to be a missionary.

They were married that summer on Aug. 15, 1954, in Elkhart, Indiana.

They pastored two churches in Oklahoma in 1954-1955 before moving to Columbia, South Carolina, where they attended Columbia Bible College (now University) in the 1955-1956 school year, and pastored two churches while Lonnie was securing a Masters in Missions.

On Dec. 22, 1956, they left from New York Harbor for language study in Switzerland, where they spent a whole year learning the French language. In January 1958, they left for the Ivory Coast, studying and learning the Twi language (Ghana) and then Koulango (Ivory Coast).

On Feb. 14, 1959, their son Paul was born (since deceased) in Dembrokro.

During their stay in Africa, Lonnie established a church in Goumere, and had many more preaching points. Also, sensing the need for the Koulango Tribe to

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have the Word of God in their language, he came back to the U.S. on a furlough, where son Noel was born in 1962, and studied at Wycliffe Summer School of Linguistics on the campus of the University of Oklahoma in Norman, Oklahoma before moving on to get his masters in linguistics from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor in 1963.

Lonnie, back in Africa, reduced the language to writing, wrote a school primmer so the children could study in their native language, and, most importantly, translated the New Testament into the Koulango language.

From 1974-1997, Lonnie and Anita served as missionaries to Spain, where they opened two churches in Alcala de Henares (Madrid) and Santurce (Vizcaya), and as was the case with Africa, saw many people come to faith in Jesus Christ.

In 1997, Lonnie and Anita came home to “retire,” but through work in the now defunct La Vanture Plastics Corporation, came into contact with a burgeoning Hispanic community. What started as a home Bible study, ended up becoming the Primera Inglesia Bautist Libre of Elkhart, where he served as pastor until Alzheimer’s forced him to truly retire.

Pastor Lonnie is survived by Anita Sparks, his wife of 59 years; his son Pastor Noel (Andrea) Sparks, missionaries to Spain; grandchildren Dominique Parker, Laura Sparks, Elyse Sparks, Paolo Sparks and niece Kaye Morrison and nephew Gary Sparks. Lonnie’s son, Pastor Paul

Sparks, passed in 1992, as well as his brother Lewis.

Special thanks go to Hospice and nephews of Anita Sparks, Nicholas Kaminsky (with wife Lori) and Aleks Kaminsky who, through their compassion and help, made it possible for Lonnie to remain at home throughout his sickness until his passing.

Lonnie has been privileged, along with his wife Anita and sons Paul and Noel, to be the spiritual father of hundreds of children, not a few of whom are with him on the other side right now. Many of his children, as well as his physical ones, have answered the call of God, and will continue the work that he began.

Family and friends gathered on Tuesday, July 1, 2014 at the Primera Inglesia Bautista Libre (their church), 30461 Co Rd 20, Elkhart, IN. The Service of a Life Well Lived, began at 10 a.m. on Tuesday at the church with some of his co-pastors officiating, including, but not limited to, his son Pastor Noel Sparks, the church pastor, Pastor Robert Helms and other associates, Pastor Lonnie Palmer and Pastor Mark Riggs.

It is suggested for those wishing to not send flowers, that in Pastor Lonnie Sparks memory, donations may be given to the Cass County Gideons, P.O. Box 246 Cassopolis, MI. 49103-0246, for the purpose of supplying many more Bibles to families who desire them.

Arrangements are by the Paul E. Mayhew Funeral Home, Edwardsburg, MI 49112-0024.

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obituary L. Scott Quimby

Jan. 7, 1944 — June 23, 2014 Lyle Scott Quimby, 70, of Edwardsburg, passed to his rest on Monday, June 23, 2014, at Iron Mountain, Michigan from natural causes. He was on a fishing trip with his friends.

Scott was born Jan. 7, 1944, in Niles, the son of Lyle C. and Alice M. (Early) Quimby. Scott grew up in Edwardsburg and graduated from Edwardsburg High School, and attended Ferris State University for a while.

Scott took training to become a sheet metal apprentice. A little later he became partners with Gary Sanders in the Q & S Trading Post in Edwardsburg. After that he became the owner of Quim’s Place in Union.

When he sold Quim’s Place, he bought the

Garver Lake Bar in Edwardsburg and owned that for several years.

After that, he started the Whitetail Saloon near Mottville, MI. He really enjoyed all the friends he met over the years.

Scott was a member of the Sons of American Legion. He was an avid hunter, outdoorsman and especially liked fishing.

That’s why he was in the upper part of Michigan, fishing with his friends.

He also enjoyed par-

ticipating in all the community events and being of assistance whenever possible.

Scott was married Nov. 28, 1964, to Karen Sue Peo, and there are two children who survive, Michael (Dreama) Quimby of Middleburg, Florida and Susan (Gary) Acra of Huntington, Indiana.

There are two grandchildren, Haley and David Acra.

Later on in life, Scott married his loving wife, Barbara Sue Hemminger, on June 18, 1981, in Mason Township, Cass County. Barb passed on Nov. 18, 2003.

Also surviving Scott is his sister, Leah Burnworth of Edwardsburg.

There are many friends and working associates of Scott’s who will miss him.

Cremation has taken place. There will be a memorial remembrance

gathering from 4 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 28, at the Hope United Methodist Church, 69941 Elkhart Rd., Edwardsburg.

The Rev. Jeff Reese, pastor of the church, will have a prayer at 7 p.m.

There will be an additional celebration to honor Scott on Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. June 29, at the Edwardsburg American Legion Post 365, 25751 US-12, east of Edwardsburg.

This will be an ‘pen house, where all may come and go at will.

Memorial Donations may be directed to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS, 66675, or to Cass County Cancer Services, P.O. Box 676, Edwardsburg, MI 491120676.

Arrangements are by the Paul E. Mayhew Funeral Home, Edwardsburg, MI. 49112-0024.

Homes sales drop STAFF REPORT Home sales for the Cassopolis and Edwardsburg area dropped 17 percent in May, according to statistics provided by the Southwest Michigan Association of Realtors.

There were 20 homes sold in May compared to 24 in 2013. To date, 71 homes have been sold this year compared to 88 in 2013, a drop of 19 percent.

Days that homes stay on the market increased from 150 last year to 179 days in May. The average sale price dropped from $175,433 in 2013 to $160,928 last month, a difference of 8 percent.

Unemployment dips to 5.9 STAFF REPORT The unemployment rate for Cass County dropped to 5.9 percent for the month of April, according to the latest figures provided by the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Jouis.

The unemployment rate stood at 8.3 percent in January and February before falling to 7.8 percent in March.

The unemployment figures are not seasonally adjusted.

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Mahjong Every Monday 1 to 4 p.m.

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Parkinson’s Support Group Those who play love Tuesday, July 8 1 this game. The group wel- to 3 p.m. comes newcomers. This popular, stimulating and fun game is ready for more players.

Quilting Club Monday, July 7 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Great Decisions Friday, July 11, Attendees will learn how July 25 Tai Chi can benefit those 9:30 to 11:45 a.m. dealing with this disease from teacher Glenda Gibson.

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“Nature and the Night Sky”: Jennifer Ray of the Cassopolis Library will recommend a host of books about viewing constellations, noteworthy nature writers, fiction that deals with outdoor experiences, children’s books that help develop an interest in the night sky. She

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Festival starts at 2; magic show at 4 and dinner at 5 p.m.

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Grief Support Group Thursday, July 10 10 a.m. to Noon

The group developed for anyone dealing with grief and loss will discuss “Forgiving Yourself” and “Feelings of the Heart.”

Grand Festival Friday, July 11, 2 to 5 p.m.

This active discussion group will talk about” Food and Climate” with high school students from FFA Cassopolis.

Hollywood Treasures Monday, July 14 1 to 3 p.m.

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Birthday gifts turned into donation to food pantry

Wyatt Mitchell’s unselfish act greatly appreciated

By SCOTT NOVAK scott novak@leaderpub.com Most children want presents, cakes and even a party for their birthdays, but Wyatt Mitchell decided for his sixth birthday he wanted to help others.

Mitchell, who goes to Learning Tree Preschool in Niles, donated food that he collected and purchased with birthday money to the Edwardsburg Food Pantry at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in Edwardsburg.

“He saw a little boy on TV that had to help his grandma save her house and he thought ‘I can help people too,’” Wyatt’s mother, Jennifer Mitchell said. “So he decided he wanted to donate food.”

Instead of presents, family and friends brought Wyatt food and money.

Wyatt took the money he was given and purchased the food to be donated to the pantry himself.

“He helped pick out all the food, so most everybody took him shopping,” Jen-

nifer said. “Or the people who didn’t take him shopping asked him what he wanted them to buy.”

The Rev. Joseph McCormick of Our Lady of the Lake was impressed not only that Wyatt decided to donate food to the pantry, but the thought he put into it.

“That was very impressive,” he said.

“It was so impressive the way he took the money and shipped for the items. I think it was an all around good learning experience. He really thought it through. I thought that was just terrific.”

The pantry is open at Our Lady of the Lake Church in Edwardsburg Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Our Lady, the Presbyterian Church and Hope United Methodist are the three churches that have joined forces to run the operation with the help of volunteers from throughout the community.

Donations of money or food can be dropped off at the pantry during its normal hours. Our Lady of the Lake is located at 24832 US-12 in Edwardsburg.

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Cadets conclude fire training with trip to Chicago SUBMITTED Fire Academy, a sixyear-old, week-long summer career camp sponsored

by Cass County fire departments and Educational Talent Search at Southwestern Michigan College, has produced six actual firefighters.

Ironically, 2014 Marcellus graduate Lacie Scoggin doesn’t expect to add to that number.

For Scoggin, the first cadet to complete the camp four times, it has been Submitted photo more of a family heritage Participating recruits in the Cass County fire school concluded the program in Chicago last quest. week.

She is more certain she will attend SMC than that fall and come back to SMC of extinguishers,” includ- in more than 60 years. she will ever pursue a fire- for social work. Maybe I’ll ing red canisters for carbon The 2011 addition, be a firefighter later in life, dioxide and dry chemical named for Christopher fighting career.

Scoggin is wearing her but probably not. I’ve got or air-pressurized water, Wheatley, killed battling a dad’s Marcellus turnout a lot of experience and which is like a giant silver blaze in 2010, is a 90-foot, gear. A.J. used to be as- knowledge with which I squirt gun.

330-ton vessel with a top Besaw’s favorite part speed of 16 mph. sistant chief and remains a can relate to my dad. It’s member with 22 years of made me appreciate what was the June 19 excurChicago has 28 miles of service. he does on a daily basis.” sion to the city gravel pit lakefront.

Firefighters in her family Contrary to Lacie, Calob off Middle Crossing Road “Each year is different. also include a grandfather, Besaw, who will be a soph- near Municipal Airport We went to Grand Rapuncles and her older sister, omore at Edwardsburg where, guided by a dozen ids’ training building one Lauren, who completed High School, is explor- professionals, they utilized year,” Scoggin said. “My the fire academy three ing a potential firefighting what they learned all week freshman year we went to times. career. He’ll be back next to douse three blazing cars. Sears Tower (Willis Tow“Female domination is summer.

Camp concludes June 20 er, America’s tallest buildcoming. We are going to “This would be pretty with a charter bus trip to ing at 108 stories). take over,” Scoggin said of cool to go into,” Besaw the Chicago Fire Training Fire Academy coursethe genders of the 16 high said, “but I’m not sure. Academy and a tour of the work takes place in the school students — 13 girls I’ve always kind of wanted real fire station 51 where Dowagiac fire station and three guys. to be a firefighter. Maybe I the NBC series “Chicago classroom.

“In the fall, I’m going to could stay a volunteer for a Fire” films.

“We host it,” Incident Word of Life Bible Insti- while, then move up. I defLast year participants Commander Doug Mitute in New York and study initely got a lot of knowl- were allowed a Chicago chels said. “Edwardsburg the Bible for a year,” Scog- edge. I didn’t know there River ride on the depart- and Marcellus provide gin said. “I’ll graduate next were three different types ment’s first new fire boat gear. Pokagon and Indian

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Cadets practiced search and rescue in an SMC residence hall, locating volunteer victim Ethan Pasternak.

“All the people who helped us are invited to go to Chicago,” Educational Talent Search Director Amy Anderson said. “It’s a chance for our departments to see Chicago Fire.

They do demonstrations and had us crawl out a window onto a fire escape.

I hate heights. One year we were there during promotions and all the new captains and chiefs were getting fitted for their outfits.

The trainer knows the fire guys have been there before, so he always tries to find something different to show them.”

Anderson, an Edwardsburg school board member, is gratified that the academy has flourished.

“Especially with having more girls, it’s something non-traditional they can really check out and see if they want to do it. Some go on to be firefighters. Some just think it’s cool.”

“The nice thing doing this with the fire departments,” she added, “if these guys decide to take Firefighter I and Firefighter II, they would be sponsored for class, fitted

with gear and they get volunteers as soon as they hit 18 and pass. All of the fire departments’ volunteers are aging. It helps to have younger people willing and able to do it. They’ve learned everything. Yesterday we did hose relays on how to properly pull it quick-like and carry it places.”

“We always try to have this the week after school gets out,” Anderson said.

“That way, if they have summer jobs, they hold off starting for one week.”

Thursday night, trainees enjoy water ball and clean the firehouse and cook for the firefighters as a way of saying thanks for their guidance.

Friday morning, before the 7:30 a.m. departure, firefighters reciprocate by fixing breakfast for the campers.

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STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF CASS NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent's Estate FILE NO. 2014-071-DE

General Notices

106

LEADER PUBLICATIONS CLASSIFIED HOURS Our Niles office is open Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

683-4804 or 1-888-7250108 e-mail: classifieds@leaderpub.com

PUBLISHERS NOTE!!!

Estate of Bernadine Bolle, This publication does NOT deceased check all of the services or Date of birth: 05/07/1914 products offered by 800 or 900 numbers. Some adverTO ALL CREDITORS: tisements containing these NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The numbers charge a fee for decedent, Bernadine Bolle, their services or products.

Some of the information prodied 03/23/2010 vided may be obtained free Creditors of the decedent of charge from other are notified that all claims sources. Products or servagainst the estate will be ices using a 900 phone forever barred unless number charge your phone presented to Stanley J. Bolle, account by the minutes personal representative, or to both the probate court at used. It is always wise to in60296 M-62, Cassopolis, MI vestigate before you pur49031 and the personal chase. representative within 4 WRONGLY DENIED months after the date of SOCIAL SECURITY publication of this notice.

DISABILITY BENEFITS?

6/16/14 Stanley J. Bolle 70092 Gumwood Rd. Niles, MI 49120 (269)683-7876 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF CASS NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent's Estate FILE NO. 2014-126-DE Estate of JON ROBERT STONE, DECEASED Date of Birth: 7/23/1960 TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Jon Robert Stone, died 05/01/2014.

Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Linda F. Stone, personal representative, or to both the probate court at 60296 M62 Cassopolis, MI 49031 and the personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice.

06/24/14 James J. Mollison P17884 4 S. Lincoln Ave Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-7600 Linda Stone 70465 Five Points Rd. Edwardsburg, MI 49112 (269) 580-2000

CALL Classifieds

I can help. (269)473-2370

Public Notices 110 FOR SALE

Accepting BIDS for: *One (1) Ford Freestar Van* *One (1) GMC Bus* Send and/or deliver "Sealed Bid" to: Mr. Jim Higgins Lewis Cass I.S.D. 61682 Dailey Road Cassopolis, MI 49031 BIDS Received By Thursday, July 24, 2014 - 4 p.m. (MI TIME) Vehicles can be seen from 8 a.- 4 p. Monday Thursday at the address above Mark envelope "Sealed Bid" and mail or deliver to person named above. Any questions, call 269-4456255.

The Board of Education reserves the right to Accept or Reject any or all BIDS and is not bound to Accept low BIDS. Cash, Cashiers Check or Money Order "must" be received upon pick up of vehicle

Business Oppor200 tunities Earn Extra Cash on the Weekends

delivering the Leader AREA ROUTES AVAILABLE As an independent contractor you determine the hours you work on Saturday and/or Sunday. You must have a valid drivers license and your own transportation.

Contact Cindy at 269-6877727 or cindy.klingerman@leaderpub.com to learn more about this profitable opportunity

The Edwardsburg Argus

12 12Classified CLASS

Help Wanted 300 DRIVER WANTED

LEADER PUBLICATIONS ROUTES AVAILABLE

Class A CDL Driver Needed.

Home weekends, some week nights. No tarps. See our ad under business 40+ k / year. 2 years ex- opportunities perience. 574.295.1905

DRIVER/SERVICE TECH

Joy's Johns Hiring Duties include delivery, pickup and cleaning of portable restrooms. Must have 1 year straight truck experience, chauffeur license, current D.O.T. physical, clean driving record. Able to read a map with knowledge of Michiana area.

Reliable transportation and able to work flexible hours a must. Apply at 1325 Airport Rd. Niles, MI FULL TIME LOCAL TRUCK DRIVERS – 1st Shift Must have CDL Class A license, 2 + years verifiable tractor/trailer experience, clean driving record, Qualify under DOT regulation and must be able to pass prehire and random drug testing. Must demonstrate dependability and ability to work in all weather conditions.

GENERAL LABORS – 1st and 2nd shifts Including: Machine Operators Piece Rate Positions Forklift Drivers Send resume or apply in person: North American Forest Products PO Box 600 27263 May St. Edwardsburg, MI. 49112 Fax: 269-663-5302 Email: hr1006@nafpinc.com

HOME CARE AIDEs More details and application at www.casscoa.org

LEGAL ASSISTANTTYPIST

Part-time, Edwardsburg. Call: 574-215-3549 or e-mail StateLineLaw@aol.com with resume, references and cover letter.

NOW HIRING REALTORS

Call today 269-683-4507 Coldwell Banker R. E. Specialists 1400 Chicago Rd Niles, MI 49120

NOW HIRING

Farm House Restaurant is looking to hire Grill/Prep Cook. No minimum education or experience required. Part-time positions available. Apply in person at the: Farm House Restaurant Ask for Eric 59573 White Temple Rd, Vandalia, MI (269)476-9668

DRIVERS NEEDED:

Class A CDL and Dump trailer exp. preferred. Tristate area, Home nights and weekends, Fuel Savings Sharing Program, Safety Bonus, Health Benefits.

Apply in person 2596 Detroit Road (M-60) in Niles, MI or call 269-684-5960 to request application www.kennethsmithinc.com

STONE LAKE MANOR

Accepting applications for future & current openings: • Maintenance Techs (Electrical/Mechanical/PLC) • Maintenance Supervisor (Electrical/Mechanical/PLC) • General Production (Must have 6 Mos factory experience)

• MIG Welders (Steel and Aluminum) • Die Engineer • Hydraulic Press Technician • Logistics Agent • Material Recovery Assistant

Williamson Employment Services, Inc. www.williamsonemployment.com South Bend / 574-289-1454

Instruction & Training

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Senior Apartments.

2 months free on select units.

Spacious, two bedroom located on beautiful Stone Lake, Intercom entry building, elevator, emergency pull cords. Seniors 62 years or older. Rent starts at $631.00 (based on income).

Please call Toni at 269-4453333 or stop by today at 145 Stone Lake St. for more information. EHO. TDD 1800-649-3777 American Preferred 1-800-968-1792

P.D.K. Firearm Instruction Concealed Pistol License Classes. Contact Paul: 269462-2584 or Kelly: 269783-6570 pdkfirearms.com

Apartments 2 BEDROOM

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Apartments Available $565/month (269)684-4500 tanglewood-niles.com

EFFICIENCY APT.

over downtown office in NOW HIRING Dowagiac, all utilities inPartners in Opportunities is cluded except heat and hiring. See our larger ad in electricity. No pets. $350.00 today's paper. per month. 782-9895/day or 782-3705/night.

25 DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED NOW! Become a driver for TMC Transportation Earn $900 per week!

NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED! Sponsored Local CDL Training 1-800-882-7364

Silverbrook Manor is now hiring. See our larger ad in today's paper.

WANT A JOB?

20 Open Positions

Kenneth Smith, Inc. Truck Drivers Pulling Dump Trailers Wanted

Cassopolis

RIVER OAK APTS

1729 Oak St., Niles (269)687-8340 2 Bedrooms Heat, Water, Hot Water & Trash All Paid www.coreleases.com STUDIO APT. in Dowagiac 3 rooms: living/bedroom area, kitchen and bath. $385 per month includes all utilities and trash. Security deposit of $400 and cleaning deposit of $50 also required. Fill out an application at: www.dowagiacrentals.com 269-806-5875

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NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION FOR THE PRIMARY ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2014 CASS COUNTY, MICHIGAN TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF CALVIN, JEFFERSON AND PENN TOWNSHIPS: You are hereby notified that the last day to register to vote or change your address for the August 5, 2014 primary election will be on Monday, July 7, 2014.

To register, visit any Secretary of State Office, the Cass County Clerk’s Office or your Township Clerk’s Office. Electors who wish to register with their Township Clerks are advised to call ahead for office hours.

Proposals on the ballot include: State of Michigan Proposal 14-1: A proposed amendatory act to reduce State use tax and replace with a local community stabilization share to modernize the tax system to help small businesses grow and create jobs.

$8.50/Hour Buchanan, MI Call Now!!!

Cass County Proposal for E-911 Central Dispatch: Shall there be a renewal of 1/5 mill for operation of the “9-1-1” Central Dispatch.

stjosephmi.expresspros.com

Governor, United States Senator, Representative in Congress – 6th District, State Senator – 21st District, Representative in State Legislature – 59th District, County Surveyor, County Commissioner – 3rd District and Delegate to County Convention

(269) 408-1980

Candidates on the ballot include:

You may obtain a full copy of the full list of candidates and proposals from the County Clerk’s Office, 120 N. Broadway, Cassopolis, Michigan or call (269) 445-4464.

Available for last day registration: Leroy McNeary, Jefferson Twp. Clerk Jefferson Township Hall 24725 Jefferson Center. St. Cassopolis, MI 49031 Hours: 9am-12pm Lisa J. Fitzsimons, Penn Twp. Clerk 61273 Alexander Dr. Vandalia, MI 49095 Hours: 8-10am Leozie S. Broadnax, Calvin Twp. Clerk Wm. J. Robinson Community Bldg.

18727 Mt. Zion St. Cassopolis, MI 49031 Hours: 2-5pm

The Edwardsburg Argus

For Rent 418 CASS/ EDWARDSBURG

LOVELY 3 BEDROOM

completely remodeled home in the city of Niles, central air $875/month plus se1 mobile home, 3 bed, 2 curity deposit, excellent bath, $180/week utilities credit & references, no included. $600 deposit section 8 (269)621-4724 or (269)684-5516 (574) 220-9316

DOWAGIAC HOUSE FOR RENT

3-4 bedroom with 2 car garage $700 a month plus utilities. If interested call 269-782-3282 or 269-5911778.

Dowagiac

FOR RENT

Small 2 bed duplex $500, 1 bed apt. $400, plus security deposit & utilities, no smoking, no pets (269)7828259

Wanted to Rent 439 WANTED TO RENT

13 CLASS 4 BEDROOM RANCH HOUSE FOR SALE

in Edwardsburg School District. Built in 2007. Open concept. 2 full baths, 2 half baths.

Full finished basement. 3 car garage. $299,900 Matt and Tonia Petruska (269) 663-2285 tonia.petruska@yahoo.com

OPEN HOUSE

3-4 bedroom home in country available by Aug. 1st, within 15-20 minutes of Niles. Call Todd (989)8549715

Houses for Sale

JULY 5, 2-4

500

2 STORY HOUSE

3 bedroom, 2 car detached garage, utility basement.

Call (269)683-2940

Call Classifieds

Affordable Waterfront

68500 George Smith Ct. Edwardsburg, MI

Chris Moore, Freedom Realty (269)362-5665 (269)687-8484

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.

Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by JOHN E. DOHM and CHARLOTTE ANN DOHM a/k/a CHARLOTTE A. DOHM, husband and wife (collectively, “Mortgagor”), to GREENSTONE FARM CREDIT SERVICES, FLCA, a federally chartered corporation, having an office at 3515 West Road, East Lansing, Michigan 48823 (the “Mortgagee”), dated October 24, 2007, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Cass County, Michigan on October 26, 2007, in Liber 967, Page 2150, as amended by an amendment to mortgage dated November 2, 2010, recorded November 5, 2010, in Liber 1017, Page 1912, Cass County Records, as further amended by an amendment to mortgage dated August 1, 2012, recorded August 8, 2012, in Liber 1045, Page 2020, Cass County Records, and as further amended by a waiver of rights of redemption dated August 1, 2012, recorded August 8, 2012, in Liber 1045, Page 2022, Cass County Records (the “Mortgage”). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. Mortgagee is the owner of the indebtedness secured by the Mortgage.

As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of One Hundred Twelve Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty Six and 28/100 Dollars ($112,966.28). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof.

Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public venue to the highest bidder at the Cass County Law and Court Building in Cassopolis, Michigan on Wednesday the 16th day of July, 2014, at ten o’clock in the forenoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Township of Pokagon, County of Cass, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: Part of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 21, Town 6 South, Range 16 West, Pokagon Township, Cass County, Michigan, described as, from the East 1/4 corner of Section 21, measures South 00 degrees 16 minutes 25 seconds East along the East line of said Section, 989.33 feet to the North line of the South 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 21; thence measure North 89 degrees 19 minutes 15 seconds West along said North line 311.55 feet to the point of beginning of the land herein described; thence South 00 degrees 16 minutes 25 seconds East 403.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 19 minutes 15 seconds West 674.80 feet to the Easterly right of way line of State Highway M-51; thence along said right of way on a 3894.72 foot radius curve to the left, 473.49 feet, the chord of said curve being North 32 degrees 18 minutes 01 seconds East 473.20 feet to the North line of the South 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 21; thence South 89 degrees 19 minutes 15 seconds East along said North line 420.00 feet to the point of beginning.

4068 King Dr., Sodus, MI. Located on quiet dead end street in the heart of wine country, this home is just waiting for you! Updates throughout this 3 bedroom home.

Roof, furnace, windows, well, water heater, electrical, insulation, and more! But if that is not enough sellers are including a 1 year home warranty with an acceptable offer to assure your peace of mind. All appliances also included.

Enjoy quiet evenings on the large front porch, in the spacious backyard or take a walk to the nearby park.

Minutes to the bypass make it convenient to everywhere! Come take a tour today! MLS14029450 Coldwell Banker, RWG Patty Lauten 574-340-4271 269-663-8800

Single mom looking for a home or a 1st time buyer?

Call Mike at (269)470-2995

WHETHER BUYING OR SELLING

Integrity Real Estate Professionals would love the opportunity to serve you. Call any of our agents for professional service you expect and deserve.

269-684-5030 Integrity Real Estate Professionals

Manufactured Homes

502

Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale, unless the premises are abandoned. If the premises are abandoned, the redemption period will be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of the sale or upon expiration of fifteen (15) days after the Mortgagor is given notice pursuant to MCLA §600.3241a(b) that the premises are considered abandoned and Mortgagor, Mortgagor’s heirs, executor, or administrator, or a person lawfully claiming from or under one (1) of them has not given the written notice required by MCLA §600.3241a(c) stating that the premises are not abandoned.

Notwithstanding the above, Mortgagor has no rights of redemption, having waived them pursuant to the waiver of rights of redemption dated August 1, 2012, recorded August 8, 2012, in Liber 1045, Page 2022, Cass County Records.

If the premises are sold at a foreclosure sale, under MCLA §600.3278 the Mortgagor will be held responsible to the person who buys the premises at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the Mortgagee for damaging the premises during the redemption period.

Dated: June 12, 2014 Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2487 (616) 752-2000

Mobile Homes 506 Household MerSPRING SAVINGS ON chandise AFFORDABLE HOMES FOR SALE •Preowned 2&3 bed homes •New 3 bed, 2 bath homes for $34,500 •Many standard features •Modular homes available Colonial Acres (269)663-2424

General Merchandise

642

•Used and Reconditioned Appliances •Washers & Dryers •Ranges •Air Conditioners •Refrigerators 841 Carberry Rd. Niles (269)687-8639

595 NEW TODAY OCTAGON TABLE

NOW OPEN NILES FLEA MARKET Wed.-Sat. 10a-5p Sun. 12p-5p 111 E. Main St A few Vendor spots still available. For more info call 574-323-4187

w/18" leaf & 5 chairs $100 Rolltop Desk, 7 drawers $150. Queen Sofa Sleeper $100. ProForm J4 treadmill $50. 269-683-7139

Sunday, July 27 8am to 4pm 400 Exhibitors Rain or Shine Located at the Fairgrounds, right in Allegan, Michigan $4.00 Admission. No Pets

US 31 Tobacco 50552 US 31 N, South Bend (574) 271-0333

Merchandise for 643 Sale Antiques 600 YOUR E-CIG EXPERTS ALLEGAN ANTIQUE Vaporizers & e-hookah Over 50 liquid flavors.

MARKET

Cemetery Lots 617 CEMETERY LOT

Lawn & Garden 648 CUB CADET LTX1046 lawn tractor with bagger. 46 inch deck. 1 yr old. Runs fine, needs new drive belt $1600.00 (269) 663-8230

Niles, Mission Hills Memorial Gardens. Deed to Beautiful Psalms, Lot/Vault Garage-Yard 669 & Setting, Bronze marker. Sales $2600. Savings of $990.

Call Robbie Bowling (317) NEW TODAY Dowagiac - 28774 Middle 435-2017 Crossing Rd.

Things to Do 637 CASS DISTRICT LIBRARY http://cass.lib.mi.us (269)445-3400 Check out our online services: Freegal, Learn4Life, and more! Call for more info.

GARAGE SALE

Fri 7/4 & Sat 7/5, 9a-5p.

Lots of stuff, come and check it out!

Dowagiac - 415 Louise Ave.

MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE

Thurs, July 3rd & Fri July 4th 8a-4p

Silverbrook Rehabiliation & Nursing Care Center is accepting applications for the following positions.

MDS Coordinator - Requirements are one year RN nursing experience preferred.

Candiates must have current RN license by the State of Michigan. Previous experience working in a long-term-care facility as an MDS Coordinator preferred.

RN’s and LPN’s and CNA’s - We have openings on all shifts for full-time, part-time or PRN nurses and CNA’s. All candidates must be licensed/certified by the State of Michigan.

Housekeeping-Currently have openings for 3 housekeepers. Hours may vary.

Previous experience working in housekeeping in a long-term-facility preferred.

Silverbrook offers a very competitive wage scale & we are currently offering a sign-on bonus for all CNA’s. Interested candidates may apply in person at 911 So. 3rd St., Niles, MI or submit resumes to hr@silverbrookmanor.com

Together with all fixtures, tenements, hereditaments, and appurtenances belonging or in any way appertaining to the premises.

Commonly known as: 59713 M-51 South, Dowagiac, Michigan 49047 P.P. #14-110-021-339-10

Thursday, July 3, 2014 • Page 13

FAMILY HOME, $686/MO!

3 bd/2 bth, 1,456+ sq. ft.

Many updates!

Central air, Skylights Buchanan, 269-695-3119

HOMES FOR SALE IN DECATUR

WE ARE GROWING AND NEED YOU FOR OUR TEAM! NOW HIRING caring people that have a sincere desire to assist individuals with developmental disabilities; a team player that can contribute to our positive work environment. Opportunities for advancement.

COORDINATIOR ASSISTANT 2 SALARIED POSITIONS to assist OC/QDDP in daily operations. Must possess the ability to be organized, multitask, show initiative, and make sound judgments. Time management, budgeting/money management skills and flexibility is a must.

Medical, vision, dental, 401K, paid leave time, and holidays.

Prior education and/or experience in residential services are preferred. Cover letter and resume required.

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS NEEDED PT/FT to assist individuals with developmental disabilities with daily living skills. Starting pay $8.25/hours. We will train.

GREENSTONE FARM CREDIT SERVICES, FLCA

3 Bed, 2 bath homes ready to be moved into. Lease Options at starting at $621 per month (includes lot rent, insurance, water, trash) Call 269-423-7024 or visit www.phelpscommunity.com to view pictures

REQUIREMENTS: HS diploma/GED, valid driver’s license, auto insurance, a good driving record, and NO CRIMINAL HISTORY. You must have a reliable and safe automobile that is insured within the legal requirements of the State of Indiana.

Apply in person Monday - Friday, 9 am - 4 pm at:

Partners In Opportunities, Inc. 6101 Nimtz Parkway, South Bend, IN 46628 Email: hr@partnersinopportunities.com Fax: 573-968-0133

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Public Land Auction The following County Treasurers will be offering tax-reverted real estate at public Auction on August 05th, 2014: Saint Joseph, Cass & Van Buren.

The Auction will be held at The Paw Paw High School, 30609 Red Arrow Hwy, Paw Paw, MI 49079.

Registration will begin at 11:30am, Auction will begin at 12:00pm.

Online bidding will be available via www.tax-sale.info.

For more information or for a list of the properties being sold, visit our website at www.tax-sale.info or call 1-800-259-7470.

Sale listings are also available at your local County Treasurer’s Office.

The Edwardsburg Argus

14 CLASS INDOOR YARD SALE Niles - 125 Hatfield New things in every week BARN SALE

at the old Martin's Auction House 6525 M-139 (Old US31) Berrien Springs, MI 10:00am-5:00pm EVERY Thursday, Friday & Saturday

To Place an Ad E-Mail Us At:

classifieds@leaderpub.com

BUSINESS & SERVICE

DIRECTORY Computer Services

Computer Repair

Customer built computers.

Free estimates.

(269) 426-1584 (269) 683-2011

Concrete COMPLETE CONCRETE From start to finish.

Stamped, flat & dirt work.

Insured.

(269)663-8091

BRADY CONCRETE Specializing in Flat work of all type, seawalls, stamped concrete & Bobcat Service.

Free estimates. Insured.

Fast, dependable service.

(269)445-3349 or (269)591-0100

C&C CONCRETE Flat work of all kinds, stamping, sidewalks, concrete patching, patios, driveways and pole barns. No job too small.

Free estimates. Insured.

(269) 228-1163

CONCRETE SERVICES

Driveways, patios, sidewalks, and room additions.

15 years experience.

Call Jay. (269) 635-4393

WEAVER CONCRETE

And masonry, driveways, porches, patios, tear out/replace, all repairs, brick, block, stone, fireplaces. Will fix wet basements big or small, inside and out. All concrete flat work $2.25 sq. ft. Landscaping. Fast dependable service. Quality work.

Aaron (269)655-4158

Consignment Turn your Closet into

CASH Kids’ clothing: newborn to teen, Baby gear & furniture, Maternity wear Now accepting spring/summer wear.

We are open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, so you can replace the winter clothes your kids are outgrowing.

Call for appointment.

Who kNew Consignment (269)782-9800

Elderly Care

Lawn & Garden

Roofing

Kare Services

GARDENING WITH INTEGRITY, LLC

Midwest Roofing

Compassionate Home Care Services (269)684-1984 (574) 292-2900 Email:KKaidanRay@aol.com www.KAREService.com

Electrical KLIMEK ENTERPRISES Electrical Contracting, No Job Too Big or Small. Free Quotes. Affordable Pricing, Licensed & Insured.

(269)684-6290 or (269)470-4097

• Lawn maintenance • Full Landscaping Service • Spring Clean Ups clean beds, preen, mulch, trim shrubs, edging, create new beds & much more!

Call Ellen (269)759-1012

POND LINERS

EPDM Rubber, any size lowest prices, FREE delivery, Huge Inventory, TRM Enterprises, South Bend (574) 246-1922 (574) 329-9294

Family owned since 1984. lifetime warranty Shingles Flat Roofs & Gutter Covers.

Call (269)684-7199

Siding FRYMAN’S SEAMLESS GUTTERS & SIDING FRYMAN’S ROOFING Your home exterior experts.

Quality guaranteed!

Locally owned for 50 years.

(269)782-5008 (David & Terri Fryman)

Excavation

Masonry

Hopper excavating

Tree Service

Casper Masonry

THE CUTTING EDGE PRO TREE CARE

“Have Gravel Will Travel” Driveway, stone, slag, recycled concrete, asphalt, top soil, sand & fill.

(269) 782-1744 (269) 783-1744

JOE’s DUMP TRUCK

Sand, Gravel, Top Soil, R/C Concrete & Asphalt, Bush Hogging, Land Clearing.

(269) 635-1143 joelowery1@gmail.com joesdumptruck.webs.com “Integrity-Teach it by Exmaple”

General Repair

Brick/Block/Stone.

Custom & Insurance work.

Insured & bonded.

(574)298-3520

MICHIANA MASONRY & CONSTRUCTION All your Masonry needs!

Chimney cleaning. Insured & Bonded. Senior discounts.

(269)362-1566

Miscellaneous

MR. MAINTENANCE FREE ESTIMATES

Roofing, Siding & Windows, Light Hauling & Spring Clean-Ups, No Inside or Outside job too big or small.

Low affordable rates.

(269)591-1403

Home Improvement

MK CONSTRUCTION Pole barn & other garages specialist. Roofing Siding, Framing and more. Over 25 years experience. Licensed.

Contact Michael N. Knepple (269)476-9777

JDS Home Improvement Repairs, Replacement, New. Small jobs welcome.

Licensed/Insured.

Call John (269)445-7005

Complete Tree Service SAME DAY ESTIMATES Insured, Competitive Rates.

(269)687-4972

C & S MARSH TREE SERVICE Trees, brush, stump removal, high lift work, insured.

DAN’S TREE SERVICE

BY NIEBOER

Excellent Cleanup, Insured.

Free Estimates.

Visa/MC.

Quality Built (269)684-6673

(574) 361-9747

J.M. HUNT ENTERPRISES, LLC Painting & Drywall. Insured.

Free Estimates. Family Owned & Operated for Over 50 years.

(269)683-4442

Pool Services SWIMMING POOL LINERS & REPAIRS

Any size, great prices, all equipment, 35 years experience.

Robertson’s Sales & Service.

Niles.

(269) 684-2669

Thank You

for your Business!

payne’s TRee seRVICe Tree trimming & Removal.

Stump Grinding & Firewood.

Bobcat & Concrete Work.

Insured.

(269)663-8091

Used Appliances HUGE SALE AT

BILL’S USED APPLIANCES

Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm Sat. 10am-3pm Closed Sunday 2559 S. 11th Street-Niles (269) 340-5952

Geiger refregeration Service We buy, repair & clean up used appliances, refrigerators, washers, dryers, gas & electric ranges.

841 Carberry Road • Niles (269) 687-8639 9am-5pm

To advertise here contact classifieds at 269-687-7717

Insurance 758 LOWER YOUR INSURANCE RATES! Home - Auto - Health - Life We do the shopping for you!

TCU Insurance Agency Call Deb Asmus today (269) 683-6700 x5901

Boats, Motors 900 SHORE STATION

sealed and unexpired. 1 touch freestyle. Call 574607-2023.

$250 like new; PONTOON BOAT 20 ys old - Runs well, make offer. Photos avail.

Email: pb60606-pb@yahoo.com Sister Lakes Area

Home Improve700 ment #1 GUTTERS

Motors, Boating 903 Equipment SHORE STATION

We do seamless gutters. ShoreMaster, Medium size Free estimates, call with blue canopy, held 16 ft (269)782-0401 Tri-hull I/O, On diamond lake. $1400. Call 574-340HOME REPAIRS & 1684 REMODELING Over 30 years of experience, Trucks, Vans, tile work, kitchens, bath942 rooms, decks & porches, 4-Wh Drives windows & doors, window 1996 DODGE 1500 wrapping, siding, fascia & 204,000 miles, Coversoffit. Call Randy (269)782master cap, needs water 3139 (269)208-9838 pump & battery, $1,000 or Recycling Service 743 best offer. (269)445-8822 or (574)370-2459

CA$H 4 JUNKERS

Turn that Junker in your yard to cash in your hand 801 Carberry Rd, Niles 269-687-5865

Misc. Services

747

(269)362-4331 or (269) 683-1065 leave msg.

POLE BARNS & GARAGES

Painting

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in brief email: scott.novak @leaderpub.com Call: 687-7702

RedBud is the place to be MIAA W honor roll e are very fortunate to live in southwest lower Michigan at this time of year.

That is because one of the greatest spectacles in motocross is held just up the road in Buchanan.

Yes, it is once again time for the RedBud National this weekend.

Normally, Buchanan is a quiet little city of just over 4,400 people.

But this weekend, “Bucktown” Scott Novak will be transformed On the Sidelines into a loud and raucous community of more than 30,000 race fans.

The biggest names in motocross will be here as this is the sixth stop in the Lucas Oil National Pro Motocross Series. The RedBull RedBud National is a weekend full of activities.

But the professionals hit the track Saturday with NBC Sports covering the event.

The first moto on Saturday will be on MAVTV, while the second moto for the 450cc class will be on NBC beginning at 3 p.m.

The second moto for the 250cc class will be on the NBC Sports Network beginning at 4 p.m.

If you have never been to RedBud for the nationals, I encourage you to attend.

Not only will you see the stars of motocross performing, but they will be doing so in a festival-like atmosphere.

I promise that you will enjoy every

Local students named to list STAFF REPORT

Leader photo/File

The stars of the Lucas Pro Motocross Series invade RedBud this weekend.

minute.

Scott Novak is sports editor

for Leader Publications. He can be reached at scott.novak@ leaderpub.com.

Helicopter parents endanger butterfly children

I

’m doing as much as I know how to attract butterflies to my garden.

For example, I’ve planted a butterfly bush and milkweed plants.

I do this because these plants are supposed to attract butterflies and bees, and I know butterflies and bees are essential to producing vegetables.

One of the greatest miracles any person can observe is to watch a butterfly emerge from a cocoon. It was as wondrous to me last summer as the first time I saw it occur when I was a young child, when

I first saw a butterfly emerge with damp, shriveled wings.

I was told then that we shouldn’t interfere, that we shouldn’t Jack Roberts help the butMHSAA Perspective terfly escape the cocoon and shouldn’t help spread the wings.

We had to let the butterfly struggle. We were instructed that the

struggle would give strength to the wings, and that would be essential to the butterfly’s survival.

Childhood is much like this, but too often helicopter parents intervene and interfere with the growth process and, ultimately, weaken their children’s ability to fend for themselves, to overcome adversity and to take flight.

Helicopter parents endanger our butterfly children.

John “Jack”Roberts is the executive director of the Michigan Athletic Association.

Eight area students, including four from Niles High School and two from Dowagiac Union High School have been named Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) Academic Honor Roll recipients for the 2013-14 academic year.

The announcement was made by Commissioner David Neilson Tuesday.

A record 1,058 studentathletes were named to the honor roll this year for maintaining at least a 3.5 grade point average and earning a varsity letter in a MIAA-sponsored sport.

The award is administered annually by the Faculty Athletic Representatives of the MIAA member colleges.

Seventy student-athletes were named to the Academic Honor Roll all four years of their collegiate careers.

Local honorees were: • Sam Courtney (Adrian) — sophomore, Dowagiac • Danielle Dale (Albion) — freshman, Niles (Buchanan HS) • Jordan Juday (Adrian) — freshman, Dowagiac • Agust Olafsson (Kalamazoo) — senior, Vandalia (Ross Beatty) • Tyler Parish (Olivet) — sophomore, Niles • Michael Shelton (Hope) — freshman, Niles (Brandywine) • MacKenzie Shelton (Calvin) — freshman, Niles (Brandywine) • Ethan Zimmerman (Hope) — sophomore, Niles (Edwardsburg)

Cass alumni game July 11 An alumni football game between Cassopolis and Marcellus will be held July 11 at 7 p.m.

The game, which will be in full pads, will be held at Marcellus according to Cassopolis varsity football coach Dan Purlee.

A ny C a s s o p o l i s alumni interested in playing should contact Purlee at (269) 462-0372.

Equipment will be supplied. Players will need to pay $25 to participate.

All proceeds will benefit the Cassopolis football program.

Jaier FC tryouts today at 6 p.m.

Jaier FC is holding Niles tryouts today on the front field at Ballard Elementar y School.

Tryouts will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and are open to boys and girls for teams from U9 to U18.

For more information, contact Jason Wo o l e r y a t ( 2 6 9 ) 369-6404.

Lee Foundation outing July 11 The Lee Memorial Foundation’s golf outing will take place on July 11 at Spruce Ridge Golf Club in Dowagiac.

Registration begins at 9 a.m., with a shotgun start at 10 a.m. The entry fee is $50 per person. This year’s entry deadline is June 30 and participation is limited to the first 36 foursomes. To register a team, or gather information on sponsorship opportunities, contact Beth Cripe, Lee Memorial Foundation, at 783-3026 or email bethcripe@ borgess.com.

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Scott.Novak@leaderpub.com

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We Are Proud of Our

2014 Graduates For three years, the community has welcomed dozens of new resident doctors to our area.

This year is special — we’re celebrating our FIRST graduating class!

Lakeland HealthCare is honored to play a critical role in shaping our future doctors.

It is a privilege to be a base hospital for more than 185 medical school graduates and medical students.

As this program grows, patients can expect the best talent, knowledge, and medical techniques from our enhanced physician team.

Pictured from left: Mike Morris, DO, Allison Turner, DO, and Alex Vera, DO

www.lakelandhealth.org/medicaleducation